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May 20, 2025 ·7:30 PM Final

Town Hall 27 East Main Street

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Agenda — 43 items

  1. 1. Call to Order ▶ jump to 0:03
  2. 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag ▶ jump to 0:33
  3. 3. Roll Call ▶ jump to 1:07
  4. 4. Approval of the Minutes ▶ jump to 1:22
  5. A. Minutes of Previous Council Meetings Brief Description: Draft minutes of previous meetings are provided for City Council’s review and approval. 25-0064 approved as submitted Pass ▶ jump to 1:26
  6. 5. Honorary Resolutions ▶ jump to 2:14
  7. A. A RESOLUTION THANKING BRIAN BATTAGLIA FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HUDSON. Brief Description: This Resolution provides recognition and thanks to Brian Battaglia for his dedicated service to the City of Hudson. 25-80 adopted Pass ▶ jump to 2:20
  8. B. A RESOLUTION THANKING JOHN NIEMCZURA FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HUDSON. Brief Description: This Resolution provides recognition and thanks to John Niemczura for his dedicated service to the City of Hudson. 25-81 adopted Pass ▶ jump to 12:49
  9. 6. Proclamations ▶ jump to 19:26
  10. A. Special Recognition of Poppy Day Brief Description: Mayor Anzevino will proclaim May 23, 2025 in Hudson, recognizing Poppy Day. 25-0065 presented ▶ jump to 19:29
  11. B. Special Recognition of Trike and Bike Hudson Brief Description: Mayor Anzevino will proclaim September 20, 2025 as “Trike and Bike” in Hudson. 25-0066 presented ▶ jump to 21:38
  12. 7. Public Hearing ▶ jump to 27:39
  13. A. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205, 1206, AND 1213 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ESTABLISH A PERMANENT PROHIBITION RELATED TO MARIJUANA FACILITIES. Brief Description: A proposed ordinance to establish a permanent ban on marijuana facilities within the City of Hudson. 25-57 public hearing held ▶ jump to 27:43
  14. 8. Public Comments ▶ jump to 28:37
  15. 9. Correspondence and Council Comments ▶ jump to 60:59
  16. 16 page break
  17. 10. Report of Manager ▶ jump to 88:45
  18. A. A Discussion on the Future Location of an Inclusive Playground Brief Description: In March of this year, the Park Board requested the administration review Hudson Springs Park and Barlow Farm Park for the future site of the playground, when the City was informed that the additional federal funding would not be allocated for this project. At the May 13, 2025 Workshop, Council discussion included Oak Grove Park. 25-0063 discussed Pass ▶ jump to 88:53
  19. 11. Appointments ▶ jump to 148:34
  20. 12. Suspension of the Rules for the Consent Agenda to suspend the rule requiring three readings Pass ▶ jump to 149:02
  21. A. A Motion to Acknowledge the Timely Receipt of the April 2025 Monthly Financial Report Brief Description: Financial summaries are provided each month for Council’s review. 25-0067 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 149:14
  22. 21 Approval of the Consent Agenda approved on the consent agenda Pass
  23. B. A Motion Directing the Clerk to Send Notice to the Ohio Division of Liquor Control Indicating No Request for a Hearing Regarding the Transfer of a Permit to Sell Alcoholic Beverages for Maruti Petroleum, 5915 Darrow Road, Hudson, Ohio, from Hudson Gas LLC, 5915 Darrow Rd, Hudson, Ohio. Brief Description: The Clerk is in receipt of the attached Notice to Legislative Authority dated May 5, 2025 from the Ohio Division of Liquor Control concerning the opportunity to request a hearing regarding this permit. The City’s response must be postmarked no later than June 2, 2025. 25-0068 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 149:23
  24. C. A Motion Authorizing the City Staff to Move Forward with the Design for a New Sidewalk along Ravenna Street from S. Hayden Parkway to Stow Road. Brief Description: City staff held a public open house on April 17, 2025 with the proposed alignment of the new sidewalk along Ravenna Street from S. Hayden Parkway to Stow Road. Staff recommended that a 5’ concrete sidewalk be placed on the north side of Ravenna Street. This motion would provide authorization for City staff to proceed with the design of a 5’ concrete sidewalk along the north side of Ravenna Street from S. Hayden Parkway to Stow Road. 25-0069 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 149:49
  25. D. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE W. STREETSBORO STREET (SR 303) SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (PID 117269) WITH THE LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: This project involves pavement striping, signage improvements, and curb ramp work along SR 303 between Boston Mills Road and Atterbury Blvd. 25-82 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 150:03
  26. E. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH HALL PUBLIC SAFETY UPFITTERS FOR THE UPFITTING OF THREE (3) FLEET VEHICLES FOR POLICE OPERATIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: This project involves the Upfitting of Three (3) police fleet vehicles. 25-83 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 150:26
  27. 13. Legislation ▶ jump to 151:42
  28. A. AN ORDINANCE CODIFYING THE ORDER AND RULES OF A PUBLIC HEARING. Brief Description: The Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson make reference to, but do not define “Public Hearing.” This ordinance establishes an order of business and reasonable limitations on discussion for all public hearings before any official City body, whether it be City Council or any other board, committee or commission. 25-21 third reading ▶ jump to 151:50
  29. B. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1202.04(b)(3) OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD OF REVIEW ADVICE OF CONSULTANT Brief Description: The AHBR utilizes the services of a consultant on several cases a year within the historic district. Proposed amendment would allow the board to consider consultants firms recognized by the state historic preservation office in addition to licensed architects. 25-28 third reading ▶ jump to 153:02
  30. C. 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. 25-43 adopted on third reading Pass ▶ jump to 154:27
  31. 29 AN ORDINANCE CODIFYING THE ORDER AND RULES OF A PUBLIC HEARING. Brief Description: The Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson make reference to, but do not define “Public Hearing.” This ordinance establishes an order of business and reasonable limitations on discussion for all public hearings before any official City body, whether it be City Council or any other board, committee or commission. 25-21 approved as amended Pass ▶ jump to 151:50
  32. D. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART TEN, "STREETS, UTILITIES AND PUBLIC SERVICES CODE" OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES, TO AMEND CHAPTER 1016 USE OF PUBLIC WAYS BY SERVICE PROVIDERS AND CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDERS. Brief Description: This Ordinance will amend the City’s Codified Ordinances relating to regulations applying to use of public ways by service providers and cable television providers in the City’s public right-of-way, found in Chapter 1016, “Use Of Public Ways by Service Providers and Cable Television Providers,” of the Streets, Utilities, and Public Services Code of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson. 25-56 adopted on third reading Pass ▶ jump to 161:05
  33. E. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205, 1206, AND 1213 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ESTABLISH A PERMANENT PROHIBITION RELATED TO MARIJUANA FACILITIES. Brief Description: A proposed ordinance to establish a permanent ban on marijuana facilities within the City of Hudson. 25-57 second reading ▶ jump to 164:12
  34. 31 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1202.04(b)(3) OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD OF REVIEW ADVICE OF CONSULTANT Brief Description: The AHBR utilizes the services of a consultant on several cases a year within the historic district. Proposed amendment would allow the board to consider consultants firms recognized by the state historic preservation office in addition to licensed architects. 25-28 approved as amended Pass ▶ jump to 153:02
  35. F. A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TAX INCENTIVE REVIEW COUNCIL TO CONTINUE COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT AREA AGREEMENTS AND JOB CREATION GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENTS WITH THE CITY OF HUDSON, COUNTY OF SUMMIT. Brief Description: The City has established a Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC) to periodically review each existing Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) and Job Creation Grant Agreement for compliance and to make recommendations to continue, modify or terminate each of the agreements. The duly appointed TIRC met on March 14, 2025, reviewed each CRA and Job Creation Grant Agreement and made certain recommendations to City Council. 25-69 adopted on third reading Pass ▶ jump to 164:38
  36. G. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A JOB CREATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH KELTEC, LLC; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: Keltec, LLC is requesting a 50% income tax credit for 10 years. The company, currently located in Twinsburg, Ohio, will relocate their headquarters operations to 5581 Hudson Industrial Parkway. The company is a leading manufacturer of compressed air and gas filtration solutions, providing a comprehensive range of high-quality products for industrial applications. Keltec, Inc. will employ 175 staff at the facility. 25-84 first reading ▶ jump to 165:34
  37. H. AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AND AMENDING CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL PROCESSES WITHIN THE CITY. Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in redefining and clarifying its internal administrative appeal processes. The current process and Codified Ordinances do not specify a standard of review for appeals, and this legislation will clarify boards or commissions’ obligation to render findings of fact and will establish a presumption in favor of the lower body’s determination. 25-85 first reading & referral to the Planning Commission Pass ▶ jump to 168:15
  38. 14. Executive Session to enter into executive session Pass ▶ jump to 169:23
  39. 15. Adjournment
  40. 37 To view staff reports for agenda items, click on the corresponding file numbers (blue underlined links) next to the titles.
  41. 37 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A JOB CREATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH KELTEC, LLC; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: Keltec, LLC is requesting a 50% income tax credit for 10 years. The company, currently located in Twinsburg, Ohio, will relocate their headquarters operations to 5581 Hudson Industrial Parkway. The company is a leading manufacturer of compressed air and gas filtration solutions, providing a comprehensive range of high-quality products for industrial applications. Keltec, Inc. will employ 175 staff at the facility. 25-84 to suspend the rule requiring three readings Pass ▶ jump to 165:34
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  43. 38 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A JOB CREATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH KELTEC, LLC; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: Keltec, LLC is requesting a 50% income tax credit for 10 years. The company, currently located in Twinsburg, Ohio, will relocate their headquarters operations to 5581 Hudson Industrial Parkway. The company is a leading manufacturer of compressed air and gas filtration solutions, providing a comprehensive range of high-quality products for industrial applications. Keltec, Inc. will employ 175 staff at the facility. 25-84 adopted with rule suspension Pass ▶ jump to 165:34