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April 8, 2025 ·7:30 PM Final ·City Council Meeting to begin at 7:30 p.m.; followed by Regular Workshop

Town Hall 27 East Main Street

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Agenda — 61 items

  1. 1 Regular Council Meeting:
  2. 1. Call to Order ▶ jump to 0:02
  3. 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag ▶ jump to 0:33
  4. 3. Roll Call ▶ jump to 0:59
  5. 4. Approval of the Minutes ▶ jump to 1:19
  6. A. Minutes of Previous Council Meetings Brief Description: Draft minutes of previous meetings are provided for City Council’s review and approval. 25-0040 approved as submitted Pass ▶ jump to 1:24
  7. 7 page break
  8. 5. Public Hearing ▶ jump to 2:10
  9. A. 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 JOANN POULTON, 5457 STOW ROAD, HUDSON, OHIO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: Joann Poulton has submitted a renewal Application for Placement of Farmland in an Agricultural District for an alpaca farm operation on 14.37 acre parcel at 5457 Stow Road in Hudson. 25-65 public hearing held ▶ jump to 2:14
  10. 6. Public Comments ▶ jump to 3:00
  11. 7. Correspondence and Council Comments ▶ jump to 12:08
  12. 8. Report of Manager ▶ jump to 23:31
  13. 9. Appointments ▶ jump to 27:07
  14. 10. Suspension of the Rules of the Consent Agenda to suspend the rule requiring three readings Pass ▶ jump to 28:01
  15. A. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH MS CONSULTANTS FOR THE TINKERS CREEK WATERSHED STUDY. Brief Description: The Tinkers Creek Watershed study will evaluate the trunk storm water infrastructure within the Tinkers Creek Watershed, and other local critical storm water system areas to identify future improvements to mitigate flooding. 25-58 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 28:14
  16. 15 Approval of the Consent Agenda approved on the consent agenda Pass
  17. B. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A WATER AND ELECTRIC ACCESS EASEMENT AGREEMENT AND A SIDEWALK EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH 5698 HUDSON LLC. FOR THE PROPERTY AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TEREX ROAD AND HUDSON DRIVE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: This Resolution authorizes the City Manager to enter into a Water and Electric Access Easement Agreement and a Sidewalk Easement Agreement with the 5698 Hudson LLC., also known as ShopCo, to permit Hudson Public Power and Water to enter the site for routine maintenance of City Infrastructure and for a 4’ Sidewalk Easement that allows for the installation of a 5’ sidewalk along the south side of Terex Road from Hudson Drive west to City of Hudson City Hall property. 25-59 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 28:29
  18. C. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH EMH&T, INC. FOR A CULTURAL RESOURCES STUDY OF 996 HINES HILL ROAD. Brief Description: This legislation would retain EMH&T, Inc. for Cultural Resources Study required in pursuit of SiteOhio Authentication. 25-60 to suspend the rule requiring three readings Pass ▶ jump to 28:56
  19. D. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR PROVISION OF SOFT DRINKS AND RELATED BEVERAGES AT THE ELLSWORTH MEADOWS GOLF CLUB; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: This Resolution would authorize the advertisement, receipt of bids and award of a contract for the pouring rights for soft drinks and related beverages (non-alcoholic) at the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. The pouring rights contract period will commence April 19, 2025 and conclude December 31, 2029. 25-61 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 29:24
  20. E. A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE CITY MANAGER’S APPLICATION FOR AN ECOSMART CHOICE SUSTAINABILITY GRANT TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR TREE PLANTING PROGRAMS AND ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS. 25-62 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 29:44
  21. F. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF GOLF SIMULATORS AT THE ELLSWORTH MEADOWS GOLF CLUB. Brief Description: This Resolution would authorize the advertisement, receipt of bids and award of the purchase of up to four (4) golf simulators at the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. 25-63 approved on the consent agenda ▶ jump to 30:04
  22. G. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE HUDSON FIRE MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL EDUCATION SOCIETY, LTD.; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: The Hudson Fire Museum and Historical Education Society, Ltd. requested to enter into a new lease agreement at Town Hall. 25-64 to suspend the rule requiring three readings Pass ▶ jump to 30:21
  23. 21 Removed from the Consent Agenda
  24. 22 page break
  25. 11. Legislation ▶ jump to 45:29
  26. 23 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH EMH&T, INC. FOR A CULTURAL RESOURCES STUDY OF 996 HINES HILL ROAD. Brief Description: This legislation would retain EMH&T, Inc. for Cultural Resources Study required in pursuit of SiteOhio Authentication. 25-60 adopted with rule suspension Pass ▶ jump to 28:56
  27. A. 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. 25-45 adopted on third reading Pass ▶ jump to 45:32
  28. B. 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 second reading ▶ jump to 47:18
  29. 25 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE HUDSON FIRE MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL EDUCATION SOCIETY, LTD.; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: The Hudson Fire Museum and Historical Education Society, Ltd. requested to enter into a new lease agreement at Town Hall. 25-64 adopted with rule suspension Pass ▶ jump to 30:21
  30. C. 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 JOANN POULTON, 5457 STOW ROAD, HUDSON, OHIO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: Joann Poulton has submitted a renewal Application for Placement of Farmland in an Agricultural District for an alpaca farm operation on 14.37 acre parcel at 5457 Stow Road in Hudson. 25-65 first reading ▶ jump to 47:43
  31. 12. Executive Session to enter into executive session Pass ▶ jump to 48:17
  32. 28 Regular Council Meeting: ▶ jump to 88:55
  33. 29 Regular Council Workshop: ▶ jump to 99:36
  34. 14. Call to Order ▶ jump to 99:48
  35. 15. Correspondence and Council Comments ▶ jump to 100:30
  36. 32 page break
  37. 16. Discussion Items ▶ jump to 100:41
  38. A. Follow-up: High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signal Brief Description: This is a follow-up discussion from November 26, 2024, Council Workshop. During the workshop, Council requested staff further investigate the potential installation of a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB, also known as a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk, or "HAWK" signal) on Aurora Street at East Main Street or Church Street at North Main Street. Council also requested a review of the potential removal of the mid-block crossing on North Main Street and possible improvements to the existing flashing beacon system. Staff will present an updated study evaluating these options. 25-0041 discussed ▶ jump to 100:43
  39. 13. Adjournment
  40. B. South Darrow Rd Corridor - LDC Amendment Brief Description: Review of the South Darrow Corridor and request for a Council Subcommittee to establish a vision and development framework for the district. Staff will then prepare a draft LDC amendment to implement that vision and framework. 25-0042 discussed ▶ jump to 111:35
  41. C. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TERMINATE AN AGREEMENT FOR RETAIL NATURAL GAS SUPPLY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: The City’s current natural gas provider Eastern P&G has notified the city of its desire to amend the terms of their agreement to provide natural gas services. TMP-7863 discussed ▶ jump to 112:49
  42. D. Discussion on the Lighting of the Hudson Clocktower for Special Groups and Events. Brief Description: A discussion was requested as to whether the City should permit the lighting of the Hudson Clocktower in the center of downtown Hudson for specific groups and events. 25-0043 discussed ▶ jump to 124:39
  43. E. Discussion on the Inclusive Park and the Park Locations for this Playground. Brief Description: With the delay in funding from the Federal Government’s Budget, the City staff began looking at alternative locations and parks in Hudson that will provide the necessary amenities to support the playground and at the request of the Park Board. 25-0044 discussed ▶ jump to 131:01
  44. F. Discussion on the Fire & EMS Recommendations of the Council Subcommittee Brief Description: The Council Subcommittee and the City Administration will present to the City Council, Mayor and the public the recommendations for staffing and improvements for the Fire and EMS Departments. 25-0045 discussed ▶ jump to 147:48
  45. 17. Proposed Consent Agenda for April 15, 2025, Council Meeting ▶ jump to 173:10
  46. A. A Motion to Acknowledge the Timely Receipt of the March 2025 Monthly Financial Report Brief Description: Financial summaries are provided each month for Council’s review. 25-0051 forwarded ▶ jump to 173:21
  47. B. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 24-127, MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF HUDSON DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025 BY MAKING ADDITIONAL AND/OR AMENDED APPROPRIATIONS. Brief Description: This Ordinance will amend the 2025 budget for additional and/or amended appropriations as listed in the attached Exhibit A. 25-70 item forwarded ▶ jump to 173:33
  48. C. A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 24-106 TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR THE DILLMAN DRIVE BRIDGE REHABILITATION PROJECT (PID 119823). Brief Description: Work will include new bridge structure, guardrail replacement and roadway replacement at the Dillman Drive bridge. The bridge is located on a tributary to Tinkers Creek named the Wagar Ditch within the Dillman Estates subdivision. Staff is requesting an increase in funding in the amount of $28,340.80. 25-66 item forwarded ▶ jump to 174:53
  49. D. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TERMINATE AN AGREEMENT FOR RETAIL NATURAL GAS SUPPLY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: The City’s current natural gas provider Eastern P&G has notified the city of its desire to amend the terms of their agreement to provide natural gas services. TMP-7863 removed from consideration by Council ▶ jump to 174:30
  50. E. A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 24-22 EXTENDING THE INSTALLATION OF “MELODY” FOR AN ADDITIONAL 18 MONTHS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: The Mayor and staff wish to extend Melody’s (large bird sculpture) and the 365-Day Kindness Garden stay on the Park Lane/Merino Green by 18 months, alongside the return of 150 smaller birds art exhibit in Spring/Summer 2026. The project continues to promote a sense of community through kindness. 25-71 item forwarded ▶ jump to 175:18
  51. F. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNERS OF A PROPERTY LOCATED AT PARCEL #3001552, FOR THE EXCHANGE OF APPROXIMATELY .14405 ACRES WITH A CITY PROPERTY LOCATED AT PARCEL #3001315; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in exchanging approximately .14405 acres of parcel located at 5431 Hudson Dr., identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcel #3001315 with the Owner of a parcel located at 5411 Hudson Dr., identified by the Summit County Auditor as Parcel 3001552. The land is currently owned by Rebecca Fischer and Jacob Fischer. 25-67 item forwarded ▶ jump to 175:31
  52. G. A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE TO THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES, FOR AN EMS PRIORITY ONE TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT GRANT ON BEHALF OF HUDSON EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND ACCEPTING, IF AWARDED. Brief Description: The Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical Services, provides a grant to assist EMS with purchase of approved training and equipment. Estimated funding is determined in June, based on the amount of funding available for the program. No matching funds are required. 25-68 item forwarded ▶ jump to 176:14
  53. 18. Proposed Legislation for April 15, 2025, Council Meeting ▶ jump to 176:39
  54. 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 item forwarded ▶ jump to 176:46
  55. B. 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 item forwarded ▶ jump to 180:04
  56. C. 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 JOANN POULTON, 5457 STOW ROAD, HUDSON, OHIO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Brief Description: Joann Poulton has submitted a renewal Application for Placement of Farmland in an Agricultural District for an alpaca farm operation on 14.37 acre parcel at 5457 Stow Road in Hudson. 25-65 item forwarded ▶ jump to 180:28
  57. D. 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 item forwarded ▶ jump to 180:51
  58. 19. Items to be Added to Future Agendas ▶ jump to 181:28
  59. 20. Adjournment ▶ jump to 183:18
  60. 55 To view staff reports for agenda items, click on the corresponding file numbers (blue underlined links) next to the titles.
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