City of Hudson, Ohio

Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council Workshop

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

Christopher W. Foster, President of Council (Ward 2)

Christopher A. Banweg, Council Member (At-Large)

Michael W. Bird, Council Member (Ward 4)

Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)

Karen E. Heater, Council Member (At-Large)

Nicole V. Kowalski, Council Member (At-Large)

Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)

Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager

Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel

Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

7:30 PM

Town Hall

27 East Main Street

Call to Order

Mayor Anzevino called to order the workshop of Hudson City Council at 7:30 p.m., in

accordance with the Sunshine Laws of the State of Ohio, O.R.C. Section 121.22, and he handed

the workshop over to President of Council Foster, in accordance with Council Rules.

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Present:

Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs.

Kowalski and Mr. Sutton

Others & Staff in Attendance: Mrs. Behnke, Economic Development Manager; Mr. Griffith, Assistant City

Manager; Mr. Hannan, Community Development Director; Mr. Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager -

Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Kosco, City Engineer; Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production Assistant; Mr. Powell,

Public Works Director; and Mrs. Stasik, Community Relations Manager.

Correspondence and Council Comments

Mr. Sutton requested an update on the 5-year plan in light of the recent news about Joann Stores . He also

mentioned that a resident inquired about making the City’s studies available on the website for public access .

Additionally, he reminded interested citizens that Hudson Middle School’s musical will take place on Friday,

March 7, at 7:00 PM, and on Saturday, March 8, at 3:30 PM and 7:00 PM.

Mr. Banweg provided an update on the Charter Review Commission.

Mrs. Heater stated that she noticed that there has been an increase in Short-Term Rentals in the City, and

wanted to make sure that staff was monitoring that regularly.

Mr. Foster provided an update on the Planning Commission meeting that was held on February 24 , 2025.

Discussion Items

25-0025

Military & Veterans’ Commission 2025 Goals Discussion

Brief Description: Military & Veterans’ Commission to present their 2024

year in review with anticipated 2025 goals related to event attendance and

community outreach.

Attachments:

Staff Report - 2025 MVC Goals Presentation

Mr. Liesen and Mr. Cook, members of the Military and Veteran's Commission, provided an update on their 2024

goals and presented their goals for 2025. Council discussion followed that included adding activities for

children at the Veteran's Day Ceremony, encouraged the continuation of handing out small flags at the events,

creating a structured program with the Eagle Scout graduation, and setting attendance goals for events,

This matter was discussed.

25-0026

Environmental Awareness Committee Goals for 2025

Brief Description: Environmental Awareness Committee Goals for 2025

Attachments:

EAC Goals 2025

Dr. Ortiz and Mr. Salimian, Environmental Awareness Committee members, provided and update on their 2024

goals and presented their goals for 2025. Brief discussion followed.

This matter was discussed.

25-0002

Stow Road Sidewalk Project (SR 303 to Ravenna Street)

Brief Description: Staff would like to discuss the proposed alignment of the

new sidewalk along Stow Road between SR 303 and Ravenna Street. The

City’s consultant GAI will be present to answer any questions.

Attachments:

Exhibit A - Location

Exhibit B - Decision Matrix 10-22-24

Exhibit C - Typical Section

Exhibit D - Lets Talk Hudson

Exhibit E - New Input Summary 2025.02.25

Exhibit F - Feedback Location Map

Stow Road Sidewalks_GAI Presentation 1-14-25

Mr. Kosco provided follow-up information that Council requested during the previous discussion that was held

on January 14, 2025 and recommended that a 5' or 6' concrete sidewalk be installed on the west side of Stow

Road. Council discussion followed that included moving the sidewalk closer to the roadway for homes with

smaller frontages, explanation on the sidewalk plan's purpose, and installation of curbs. There was Council

consensus to move forward with a 5' concrete sidewalk on the west side of the road .

This matter was discussed.

25-0027

Discussion regarding Noise Wall Study, Design and Construction.

Brief Description: Residents living near Interstate 80, Interstate 480 and State

Route 8, have requested the installation of noise walls at their property.

Attachments:

Noise Wall Memo 2025.02.25

Mr. Kosco provided background information on the installation of noise walls along certain areas of the

Turnpike, including the criteria for their placement. He also outlined the requirements and costs involved in

installing a noise wall and inquired whether the Council wanted staff to proceed with studies to determine if this

area meets the necessary criteria. Council discussion followed on the effectiveness of noise walls and cheaper

options to create a sound barrier. There was Council consensus to not move forward with the installation of

noise walls.

This matter was discussed.

25-0028

Marijuana Regulations - Determination Regarding Moratorium

Expiration

Brief Description: Determination to allow the temporary moratorium to

expire or to enact a permanent ban of recreational marijuana facilities.

Attachments:

Lets Talk Hudson Page

Zoning for Marijuana Facilities - surrounding communities

Moratorium Survey through Feb 13 2025

Mr. Hannan stated that staff obtained feedback from residents through the Let's Talk Hudson site regarding the

preference for either permanently banning marijuana facilities or allowing the current moratorium to expire,

thereby permitting such facilities in District 9. Following this, the Council engaged in discussion and requested

the City Solicitor to investigate cases where municipal Land Development Codes had been challenged .

Additionally, they sought information from the Police on issues other communities have encountered with

marijuana-related uses, as well as details on the security and purchasing regulations required for these

facilities. Mr. Knoblauch stated that if the Council meeting on March 4th results in a split vote, the moratorium

extension would not take effect for 30 days, exceeding the expiration of the current moratorium . In response,

Mr. Hannan suggested introducing legislation at next week's Council meeting to consider a permanent ban

while also keeping the moratorium extension on the agenda.

This matter was discussed.

TMP-7756

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1205 OF THE LAND

DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO COMMERCIAL AND

RETAIL USES PERMITTED WITHIN DISTRICT 8:

INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS PARK

Brief Description: Proposed Land Development Code Amendment to permit

restaurant, retail, and services uses along the east side of Darrow Road

between Terex Rd and Georgetown Road.

Attachments:

Hudson 2024 Comprehensive Plan - S Darrow Rd pages

LDC Amendment 1205.11 District 8 Commercial and Retail Uses 2.7.25

Exhibit A - Ordinance Amending LDC 1205.09 - JOANN's Frontage

Draft Ordinance

Mr. Hannan and Mrs. Behnke introduced the proposed amendment and the reasoning for the proposed changes .

Council discussion followed that included opposition to implementing zoning changes individually rather than

presenting them all at once. Mr. Hannan stated that staff will work on changes and bring it back to Council.

This matter was discussed.

Proposed Consent Agenda for March 4, 2025, Council Meeting

25-30

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ACCEPT GRANT FUNDING FROM THE STATE OF OHIO FOR THE

BOSTON MILLS TRAIL BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson has been awarded the State Capital

Budget Grant in the amount of $250,000 to fund a portion of the Boston Mills

Trail Bridge Improvement Project.

Attachments:

Staff Report - Grant Acceptance - Boston Mills Trail Bridge

Resolution No. 25-30

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-31

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR AN AARP 2025 COMMUNITY

CHALLENGE GRANT.

Brief Description: AARP awards annual grant funding that benefits residents,

especially those 50+, by improving public spaces, adding transportation or

mobility options, supporting an array of housing options, increasing digital

connections, or supporting community resilience. The City could receive up to

$25,000 in grant funding for public wi-fi improvement on the downtown

greens, including replacement of outdated infrastructure.

Attachments:

Staff Report - AARP 2025 Community Challenge Grant

ATTACHMENT A - Memo - 2025 Downtown Wireless

Wireless Deployement Zones 8 x11

Resolution No. 25-31

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-32

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF

TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL

GRANT.

Brief Description: The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) awards

Safe Routes to School funding to support the development and

implementation of projects and activities that encourage children to walk or

bike to school. The City is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000 in grant

funding for a proposed sidewalk project identified in its School Travel Plan.

Attachments:

Staff Report - Safe Routes to Schools

Hudson Schools Letter of Support

School Travel Plan - Approved 2024.10.01

2025 SRTS Project Map - Stow Rd Sidewalk

Infrastructure Ordinance Example Provided by ODOT

Resolution No. 25-32

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-33

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A

CONTRACT FOR THE 10’ TRAIL ALONG BOSTON MILLS ROAD

BETWEEN EXECUTIVE PARKWAY AND LAKE FOREST DRIVE

AND FOR A SIDEWALK ALONG LAKE FOREST DRIVE BETWEEN

BOSTON MILLS ROAD AND ESSEX ROAD.

Brief Description: The project includes the installation of a new 10’ trail

along Boston Mills Road starting at the existing trail west of Omni Lake

Parkway and extending east to Lake Forest Drive and a new 5-foot wide

sidewalk along the east side of Lake Forest Drive between Boston Mills Road

and Essex Road. The project will also include the realignment of the

intersection of Boston Mills Road and Lake Forest Drive.

Attachments:

Pedestrian Facility on Bridge Memo 2025.02.25

Letter from Summit Co. Engineer's Office

Boston Mills Trail Exhibit

Lake Forest Drive Exhibit

Resolution No. 25-33

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-34

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ACCEPT A LIGHTING EQUIPMENT DONATION FROM JACK

DUFFY AND ASSOCIATES ON BEHALF OF HUDSON PARKS.

Brief Description: This project involves a donation from Jack Duffy and

Associates as they have offered to donate light poles and hardware to the

Hudson Parks towards the installation of lighting of six pickleball courts at

Barlow Farm Park.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-34

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-35

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO AN AGREEMENT TO ACCEPT DONATED FUNDING FROM

HUDSON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR LIGHTING SIX

PICKLEBALL COURTS ON BEHALF OF HUDSON PARKS.

Brief Description: The Hudson Community Foundation has collected $90,000

from a resident lighting fundraising group. These funds will be used to bid out

lighting six pickleball courts in 2025.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-35

In response to a question, Mr. Powell stated that the donated funds are expected to fully cover the installation

costs for the six pickleball courts, and any remaining funds will be returned to the Hudson Community

Foundation.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-36

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A SOFTWARE RENEWAL CONTRACT WITH BRIGHTLY

SOFTWARE INC FOR SOFTWARE AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES

PERTAINING TO ASSET AND WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT

PROGRAM FOR CITY SERVICES AND OPERATIONS; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The City’s Public Works Department utilizes an asset

work order management software program to manage PW call center requests,

work schedules and inventory on an annual basis. This software is called Asset

Essentials.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-36

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-37

A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 24-96 TO

INCREASE FUNDING FOR THE ELLSWORTH MEADOWS GOLF

COURSE - HOLE 17 RETAINING WALL INSTALLATION; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: Hole 17 at the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course has a

long pond that due to wave action, is experiencing significant erosion along

the fairway and green. Staff received permission to bid and award this project

based on a budgeted amount.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 24-96

Bid Tabulation

Resolution No. 25-37

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-38

A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 23-162 TO

INCREASE FUNDING FOR THE SNOW AND ICE CONTROL

PROGRAM CONTRACT FOR PUBLIC PROPERTIES.

Brief Description: This Resolution authorized the advertisement,

receipt of bids and award of contracts for capital items, services,

equipment, and materials and supplies for Public Works operations as

included in the approved 2024 Annual Budget. Requested amounts for

services contracts are based on historical expenditures.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 23-162

Resolution No. 25-38

Mr. Powell provided an explanation on the need for the increase in funds.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-39

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CIUNI &

PANICHI, INC. FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE CITY’S 2024

ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.

Brief Description: This is a contract with an accounting firm to assist staff in

the preparation of the 2024 annual financial statements.

Attachments:

Engagement Letter 2024 (Hudson) - CP SIGNED

Resolution No. 25-39

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-40

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH MR. DANIEL STEIDL FOR THE

PURCHASE OF A 14.75 ACRES OF PARCEL 3202675 LOCATED ON

SOUTH MAIN STREET; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in the purchase of

approximately 14.75 acres of a 19.5-acre parcel located on South Main Street

otherwise identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcel #3202675. The

land is currently owned by Mr. Daniel Steidl, a private resident located at 178

South Main Street, Hudson, Ohio.

Attachments:

Exhibit A - Location Map

Resolution No. 25-40

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-41

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH OWNERS OF A PROPERTY

LOCATED AT PARCEL #3201646, FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 14.22

ACRES OF A 16.9 ACRE PARCEL; AND DECLARING AN

EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in the purchase of

approximately 14.22 acres of a 16.9-acre parcel located on South Main Street

otherwise identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcel #3201646. The

land is currently owned by the following parties: Arthur Stokes, Jr., David

Little, Kathleen Little Clites, Margaret Little Martinez, Allan J. Stokes

Trustee, and Kim S. Stokes and Donald Lee Cook Trustee.

Attachments:

Exhibit A - Location Map

Resolution No. 25-41

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-42

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH MR. ARTHUR JOSEPH JR. AND

NANCY L. STOKES, OWNERS OF A PROPERTY LOCATED AT

PARCEL #3201642, FOR THE PURCHASE OF 6.66 ACRES OF AN

11.5 ACRE PARCEL; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in the purchase of

approximately 6.66 acres of an 11.5-acre parcel located on South Main Street

otherwise identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcel #3201642. The

land is currently owned by Arthur Joseph Jr. and Nancy L. Stokes, residing at

100 Stokes Lane, Hudson, Ohio.

Attachments:

Exhibit A - Location Map

Resolution No. 25-42

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-45

A RESOLUTION DECLARING A 3-MONTH MORATORIUM ON

ACCEPTING FOR FILING AND CONSIDERATION, REVIEW AND

APPROVAL OF ALL NEW APPLICATIONS FOR MARIJUANA

RELATED ACTIVITIES IN THE CITY OF HUDSON; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: A proposed resolution to extend a moratorium regarding

marijuana related activities.

Attachments:

Staff Memo regarding state law allowances for moratorium and info on

dispensary regulations 2.27.25

Resolution No. 25-45

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

Proposed Legislation for March 4, 2025, Council Meeting

25-22

AN ORDINANCE CODIFYING THE RIGHT OF PUBLIC COMMENT

AT ANY BOARD OR COMMISSION MEETING AND

ESTABLISHING RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in defining an ordinance

which requires boards/commissions to accept a comment from the public

(provided the topic is relevant to the board), and also provide them with the

tools to reject comments which are not relevant to them.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-22

Mr. Sutton provided clarification on the intent of this Ordinance.

Ordinance No. 25-22 was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-23

AN ORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 220.03(n) OF THE

CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF HUDSON IN ORDER

TO STREAMLINE PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURES FOR THE

ADOPTION OF LEGISLATION WITH ANY AMENDMENTS OR

SUBSTITUTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This new rule change is to reestablish prior practice of

moving to adopt legislation with certain, specified amendments without

having to first put the item up for discussion through a simple motion to

adopt.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-23

Ordinance No. 25-23 was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-29

A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR

PLACEMENT OF LAND IN A CURRENT AGRICULTURAL USE

DISTRICT FOR PURPOSES OF O.R.C. SECTION 929.02 FOR

BROWN FARMS ONE, LLC, BROWN FARMS TWO, LLC, AND

SHERYL J. BROWN, TRUSTEE, 34 WELLGATE DRIVE, HUDSON,

OHIO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The Brown family has submitted a renewal Application

for Placement of Farmland in an Agricultural District for five (5) properties,

totaling approximately 63.02 acres, located off of Barlow Road and Seasons

Road in Hudson.

Attachments:

Agricultural Use exemption application - Brown Farms

Brown Farms - subject parcels

Brown Farms CD Inspection 2.3.25

Resolution No. 25-29

Resolution No. 25-29 was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

TMP-7756

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1205 OF THE LAND

DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO COMMERCIAL AND

RETAIL USES PERMITTED WITHIN DISTRICT 8:

INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS PARK

Brief Description: Proposed Land Development Code Amendment to permit

restaurant, retail, and services uses along the east side of Darrow Road

between Terex Rd and Georgetown Road.

Attachments:

Hudson 2024 Comprehensive Plan - S Darrow Rd pages

LDC Amendment 1205.11 District 8 Commercial and Retail Uses 2.7.25

Exhibit A - Ordinance Amending LDC 1205.09 - JOANN's Frontage

Draft Ordinance

This item will be modified and brought back to a future workshop.

This Ordinance was postponed to a future workshop.

25-43

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205.04, 1205.06, 1205.07,

1205.11, AND 1206.01 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO

REMOVE TOWNHOMES FROM ALL ZONING DISTRICTS EXCEPT

DISTRICT 5 VILLAGE CORE DISTRICT.

Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to

limit townhomes as a allowable dwelling unit type to District 5 Village Core

District.

Attachments:

Exhibit A: Townhomes Ordinance

Ordinance No. 25-43

Mr. Sutton provided an explanation on the reason for this proposed amendment. Discussion followed.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-44

A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR

PLACEMENT OF LAND IN A CURRENT AGRICULTURAL USE

DISTRICT FOR PURPOSES OF O.R.C. 929.02 FOR CHARLES P. AND

SUSAN ROBINSON, 7936 RAVENNA ROAD, HUDSON, OHIO; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: Mr. and Mrs. Robinson have submitted the attached

Application for Placement of Farmland in an Agricultural District for property

located at 7936 Ravenna Road in Hudson.

Attachments:

Application - Robinson, 7936 Ravenna Rd

7936 Ravenna Rd CD Inspection 2.12.25

Resolution No. 25-44

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 4, 2025, Council

meeting.

Items to be Added to Future Agendas

None.

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, Mr. Foster adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 9:26

p.m.

_______________________________

Christopher W. Foster, President of Council

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Jeffrey Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager, Clerk of Council Pro Tempore

Workshop Minutes prepared by Melissa Raber, Business Operations Manager - Professional Services .

Upon approval by City Council, this official written summary of the meeting minutes shall become a permanent

record, and the official minutes shall also consist of a permanent audio and video recording, excluding

executive sessions, in accordance with Codified Ordinances, Section 220.031 (a), Rules for Workshop Meetings.