City of Hudson, Ohio

Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council Workshop

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

Michael W. Bird, President of Council (Ward 4)

Kyle Brezovec, Council Member (At-Large)

Samantha D'Eramo, Council Member (At-Large)

Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)

Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)

Amanda Weinstein, Council Member (At-Large)

Dan White, Council Member (Ward 2)

Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager

Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel

Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

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 Bird, in accordance with Council Rules.

7 -

Present:

Dr. Bird, Mr. Brezovec, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton, Dr.

Weinstein and Mr. White

Others & Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City 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; Ms. Stasik,

Community Relations Manager; and Mr. Tabak, Police Chief.

Correspondence and Council Comments

Dr. Weinstein provided updates on the Military and Veterans' Commission and Planning Commission meetings

that were recently held.

Mr. Brezovec provided an update on the HCTV Advisory Committee meeting that was recently held .

Mayor Anzevino shared that he and staff met with the Young Entrepreneur Institute, and they are exploring

opportunities to feature several high school students’ products and services at the Visitors Center . He also

thanked everyone who attended the 69th PTO breakfast over the weekend, noted that the May 17 Council

meeting will be a dual meeting with the workshop immediately following, reminded everyone that Council will

be in recess on March 24, and provided an update on the H.O.M.E. Committee meeting.

Dr. Goetz announced that the Hudson Middle School drama club will be performing High School Musical Jr .

this Friday and Saturday.

Discussion Items

26-0016

Police Department Overview

Brief Description: Chief Perry Tabak is scheduled to update the Council on

the Police Department’s 2026 operational status and respond to formal

inquiries regarding department performance.

Attachments:

HUDSON POLICE - 2026 Overview

Chief Tabak provided an overview of the operations of the Police Department, which included number of staff,

various divisions , total number of calls, hiring challenges, and procedure used for hiring to fill vacancies for

planned retirements. Council discussion followed that included any forecasted updates that are needed, plan to

increase number of e-bikes, how data was derived for call details, turnover rate of officers, call trends, and

resources available to officers to assist after difficult calls.

This matter was discussed.

26-0017

Adopt-a-Spot in Downtown Hudson

Brief Description: Community development seeks support on an

“Adopt-a-Spot” program to beautify Downtown Hudson in a creative and

engaging way.

Attachments:

Staff Report - Adopt-a-Spot - February 2026

Attachment A -Flowerbed “Adopt a Spot” Program Proposed Locations

Program Example

Ms. Stasik presented information on an “Adopt‑a‑Spot” program designed to help beautify the First & Main

district. She outlined the areas proposed for inclusion and explained how the program would operate . Council

discussion followed, including questions about current maintenance responsibilities for the proposed locations,

additional opportunities to enhance the First & Main area, how sponsorship funds would be used, the

sponsorship time frame, and any anticipated challenges in securing sponsors. There was general consensus to

move forward with the program.

This matter was discussed.

TMP-8528

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 876 SHORT-TERM

RENTAL OPERATIONS

Brief Description: Following a discussion with City Council an ordinance to

incorporate amendments to the short term rental policy and allowances

currently regulated within Chapter 876 of the codified Ordinances.

Attachments:

City Council memo short term rentals 2.25.26

Chapter 876

Short-Term Rental Locations - 2026 Map

STR Comparison Chart of Peer Communities

Draft Ordinance

Mr. Sheridan and Dr. Goetz shared information regarding concerns raised by residents along Elm Street. Mr.

Hannan provided an overview of the Short‑Term Rental Program, including current regulations . He also

reviewed regulations from peer communities and outlined proposed changes to the City’s existing requirements .

Council discussion followed, covering topics such as length of stay, determining occupancy based on square

footage versus number of bedrooms, residency requirements, inspection requirements, the potential addition of a

bed tax, increasing the permit fee, and enforcement measures. Staff will bring a redlined draft of the proposed

changes to the April 14, 2026, Council workshop.

This matter was discussed.

Proposed Consent Agenda for March 17, 2026, Council Meeting

26-0019

A Motion to Acknowledge the Timely Receipt of the February 2026

Monthly Financial Report

Brief Description: Financial summaries are provided each month for

Council’s review.

Attachments:

February 2026 Financial Report

Mr. Knoblauch reviewed the income tax revenue received to date, noting that it is currently below the estimate .

He added that it is still very early in the year, the trend appears to be moving in the right direction, and staff will

continue to monitor revenues each month.

This Motion was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council meeting.

26-35

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CIUNI &

PANICHI, INC. FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE CITY’S 2025

ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.

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

the preparation of the 2025 annual financial statements.

Attachments:

Engagement Ltr 2025 (Hudson GAAP) - CP SIGNED

Resolution No. 26-35

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-36

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVANCES OF LOCAL TAXES.

Brief Description: Ohio Revised Code Section 321.34, requires all local

authorities entitled to advancement of funds must submit a resolution

authorizing advances of local taxes each year. This resolution entitles the

City to receive tax advances for tax year 2025 (payable in 2026) from Summit

County.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 26-36

Mr. Knoblauch stated that this legislation corrects the year on Resolution No. 26-30 that was previously passed

on February 17, 2026.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-37

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR

THE VETERAN’S WAY RETAINING WALL PROJECT.

Brief Description: This project includes the repair to an existing block

retaining wall behind the sidewalk on Veteran’s Way near Milford Road.

Attachments:

Exhibit

Resolution No. 26-37

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-38

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR

THE REPLACEMENT OF 48” STORM SEWER FROM THE

NORTHSIDE OF STATE ROUTE 303 SOUTH TO AN EXISTING BOX

CULVERT BESIDE ROSEWOOD GRILL; AND DECLARING AN

EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This project includes the upsizing of an existing 48”

storm pipe and box culvert to a new box culvert from the northside of SR 303,

near College Street, south to an existing 4’x8’ box culvert east of Rosewood

Grill.

Attachments:

Location Map

Resolution No. 26-38

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-39

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY (“LPA”) FEDERAL LOCAL-LET

PROJECT AGREEMENT WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF

TRANSPORTATION FOR THE HINES HILL RAIL GRADE

SEPARATION PROJECT (SUM-GCEP-HUDSON HINES HILL

ROAD, PID#121034).

Brief Description: This agreement with the Ohio Department of

Transportation (ODOT) is for the replacement of an at grade railroad crossing

at Hines Hill Road with a grade separation bridge.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 26-39

Mr. Kosco provided an explanation on this Resolution.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-40

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNER OF A PROPERTY

LOCATED AT PARCEL 32-00750, FOR THE EXCHANGE OF

PROPERTY LOCATED AT PARCELS 32-01841 AND 32-01844.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in exchanging

approximately 6,163 SF of parcel located along the south edge of 61 Milford

Drive, identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcels 3201841 and

3201844 for approximately 1,169 SF from the Owner of a parcel located at 61

Milford Drive, identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcel 3200750.

The land is currently owned by Drensky Realty Investments LLC.

Attachments:

Exhibit A -Veterans Way-Milford Dr Land Swap

Resolution No. 26-40

Mr. Kosco provided information related to this property transfer which included background information and

amount of land being exchanged.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-41

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

AUTHORIZE THE LOT SPLIT AND CONSOLIDATION OF CITY

POLICE AND FIRE/EMS STATIONS; AND DECLARING AN

EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: As part of the Fire Departments new proposed

outbuilding, the City needs to perform a lot split and consolidation of the

parcels.

Attachments:

Exhibit

Resolution No. 26-41

Mr. Kosco explained the reason for this lot split.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-42

A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION 25-40 TO CHANGE

THE PURCHASE PRICE AND REAUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT

WITH DANIEL STEIDL FOR THE PURCHASE OF 14.75 ACRES OF

PARCEL #32-02675 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. The City needs to amend the purchase price

to Daniel Steidl.

Attachments:

Exhibit A

Resolution No. 26-42

Mr. Sheridan explained the purpose of this resolution and outlined the City’s plans for the property .

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-43

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

RETROACTIVELY ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE

SUMMIT COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER’S OFFICE; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The City enters into an annual agreement with the Legal

Defenders Office of Summit County for the defense of indigent defendants.

This Resolution authorizes such an agreement during the year 2026.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 26-43

Responding to a question, Mr. Sheridan stated that he will ask the Clerk why the emergency clause is needed.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-44

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

REVISE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH

VIRTUAL DATAWORKS FOR THE ANNUAL MICROSOFT

GOVERNMENT COMMUNITY CLOUD (GCC) SUBSCRIPTION

RENEWAL FOR THE CITYWIDE USE OF MICROSOFT 365, AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This Resolution is for approval to amend the service

agreement with Virtual Dataworks to account for the annual renewal of the

Microsoft 365 Government Community Cloud (GCC) subscription. This will

be an amendment to the original contract with Virtual Dataworks but for the

best pricing we intend to commit to a 1-year term. The total price for this

renewal will be $94,593.11.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 26-44

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-45

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH HALL

PUBLIC SAFETY UPFITTERS FOR THE UPFITTING OF TWO (2)

FLEET VEHICLES FOR POLICE OPERATIONS; AND DECLARING

AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This project involves the Upfitting of Two (2) police fleet

vehicles.

Attachments:

Police Vehicle Upfitting Memo 2026

Hall Public Safety Quote 2026

Fallsway Quote 2026

Resolution No. 26-45

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-46

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A CONTRACT WITH AXON FOR AN INTEGRATED BODY

WORN CAMERA AND IN-CAR CAMERA SYSTEM; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into

contract with AXON in the amount of $328,293.76 for an integrated body

worn camera and in-car camera system for the police department.

Attachments:

HPD Body Worn Camera Memo 2026

State Contract

Resolution No. 26-46

Responding to a question, Chief Tabak stated that the cost is for a 5-year lease of these units.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-47

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CODIFIED ORDINANCE CHAPTER

297, MILITARY AND VETERANS’ COMMISSION, TO COMPLY

WITH THE NEWLY CREATED CHARTER SECTION 8.09; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This Ordinance will amend the language in the Codified

Ordinances regarding the Military and Veterans’ Commission to align with the

voter-approved Charter amendment.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 26-47

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-48

A RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING AN

AGREEMENT WITH SUMMIT COUNTY REGARDING ANIMAL

CONTROL SERVICES; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The Resolution will allow Summit County to render

certain services related to animal control matters.

Attachments:

Exhibit A

Resolution No. 26-48

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-49

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS

DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR A REWORKS

COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE RECYCLING GRANT (CRAG).

Brief Description: Summit County Reworks awards annual Community

Recycling Assistance Grant (CRAG) funding for the purpose of supporting

residential infrastructure for recycling or organics diversion within Summit

County communities.

Attachments:

Staff Report - Reworks - 2026

Resolution No. 26-49

Mr. Stasik provided information related to this grant application. Dr. Weinstein inquired if there was potential

to expand the leaf pick-up program to include Spring clean-up. Mr. Sheridan stated that he will add this as a

future workshop discussion.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-50

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF

TRANSPORTATION SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL GRANT.

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

Safe Routes to School grant funding for the purpose of facilitating the

development and implementation of projects and activities that enable and

encourage children to walk or bike to school. The City could receive grant

funding for the sidewalk connecting Franklin Street to the East Woods

Intermediate School.

Attachments:

Staff Report - Safe Routes to Schools - 2026

ODOT Infrastructure Ordinance Example

Certified Engineer Cost Estimate

Resolution No. 26-50

Ms. Stasik provided an explanation on this grant application.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-53

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH RDL

ARCHITECTS FOR THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT

SITE PLAN; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The concept plan will illustrate the community’s interests

for the Clinton Crossing property and will be submitted for Concept Plan

Review at Planning Commission as a City-led application, followed by future

preliminary and final plan reviews that would be completed and submitted by

a developer. See the attached staff memo for details.

Attachments:

Council Memo - CC Design Firm Selection - 3.10.26 Workshop

Resolution No. 26-53

Dr. Bird recommended that this item be moved to Legislation to allow for further discussion. Responding to a

question, Mr. Hannan stated there is significant community engagement noted within the consultant's scope.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

Proposed Legislation for March 17, 2026, Council Meeting

26-32

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH

THE LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER(S) FOR THE GAZEBO LEGACY

PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This project involves renovation work to the gazebo in

honor of Americans 250th including railing repair, concrete replacement,

stone steps, landscaping, utilities, ADA lift, and painting.

Attachments:

Gazebo Comments AHBR Meeting 2-25-26

Memo - Gazebo Follow Up 2.27.26

City of Hudson Gazebo Renderings - Updated Lift (3-12-26)

Paving and Scoring Plan Options A - E FINAL (3-12-26)

Gazebo cost estimate options and AHRB coments 3-9-26

Hudson_Gazebo_Legacy_Project_18_February_2026_To_28_February_20

Resolution No. 26-32

Resolution No. 26-32 (3-3-26)

Mr. Sheridan stated that underdrain is currently being installed by the Public Works Department, and noted that

staff will bring forward the updated exhibits and cost estimates to the next meeting.

Resolution No. 26-32 was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-33

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY COUNCIL RULES TO DEFINE

THE ROLE AND DUTIES OF COUNCIL LIAISONS.

Brief Description: This legislation defines the basic role and duties of City

Council liaisons to the City’s various boards, commissions, committees and/or

task forces.

Attachments:

Draft Ordinance (1-27-26)

Draft Ordinance (2-10-26)

Ordinance No. 26-33 [Current]

Dr. Bird noted that the amended legislation removes the language referencing Council liaisons sitting at the

dais and adds language stating that Council liaisons will not participate in any appeals of decisions that were

made. In response to a concern, Mr. Sheridan clarified that the attachment labeled Ordinance No. 26‑33 does

include the revisions, and he will ask the Clerk to make that clearer in the attachment title.

Ordinance No. 26-33 was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

26-51

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CODIFIED ORDINANCES CHAPTER

1446, STREET BANNERS.

Brief Description: Proposed update to Chapter 1446 Street Banners.

Attachments:

Exhibit A: Ch 1446 Street Banner Redline

Banner Guidelines - Draft

Banner Locations

Ordinance No. 26-51

Mr. Griffith stated that this amendment will bring the current code up-to-date with the City's current practice.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

TMP-8528

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 876 SHORT-TERM

RENTAL OPERATIONS

Brief Description: Following a discussion with City Council an ordinance to

incorporate amendments to the short term rental policy and allowances

currently regulated within Chapter 876 of the codified Ordinances.

Attachments:

City Council memo short term rentals 2.25.26

Chapter 876

Short-Term Rental Locations - 2026 Map

STR Comparison Chart of Peer Communities

Draft Ordinance

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the April 14, 2026, Council

workshop.

26-52

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH CALIX, INC FOR

CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT FOR VELOCITY BROADBAND

SUBSCRIBERS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: Staff is seeking permission to purchase a larger volume of

customer equipment (modems) with a purchase value of $266,000 from Calix

to use for the delivery of Velocity Broadband services.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 26-52

Dr. Weinstein stated that this item was moved from Consent to Legislation due to a conflict of interest. Mr.

Knoblauch noted that staff is requesting suspension of the rules and passage at the March 17 , 2026, Council

meeting due to the long lead-time on the equipment.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the March 17, 2026, Council

meeting.

Items to be Added to Future Agendas

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, Dr. Bird adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 9:16

p.m.

_______________________________

Michael Bird, President of Council

_______________________________

Thomas J. Sheridan, 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.