The Public Meeting Index

The Board of Adjustment met on September 15, 2026, with four members present and one absent, establishing a quorum. The board approved its agenda and the July 14, 2026 minutes, granted an applicant's by-right request to continue the sole public hearing until the next regular meeting because the board was not fully paneled, and elected a chair and vice chair for 2026–27. No substantive testimony on the variance was heard, and no public comments were offered. Consent Calendar - The agenda was approved by unanimous voice vote after a motion and second. - The July 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes were approved unanimously as written. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke during the general public comment period. - Swearing-in occurred, but after the applicant requested a continuance, no testimony on the merits of the variance was taken. Discussion Items - Case 236-2026 – 1800 I-70 Drive SW sign variance. Caleb Colbert, attorney for property owner McLarty RE LLC, sought a variance from UDC Sec. 29-4.8 to allow a 30-foot-tall freestanding sign with a maximum of 128 square feet of sign area located 10 feet from the property line shared with I-70 Drive SW. The UDC would require a 32.5-foot setback for such a sign, so the request was for a 22.5-foot variance. The 1.10-acre M-C zoned site is currently a surface parking lot used to display commercial vehicles for Machens Ford. - Request to table. Mr. Colbert requested the case be tabled to the October meeting because only four board members were present. Staff confirmed that, under the Board of Adjustment rules of procedure, an applicant has the by-right option to proceed with a quorum or to table until a fully paneled board is available. A board member questioned whether a motion was required; after consulting the rules, the board concluded the continuance was by right and did not require a vote. - Re-advertising and next date. Staff stated the case would be reposted and re-advertised for the next regularly scheduled Board of Adjustment meeting on October 13, 2026, with the same staff report and supporting documentation. - Board of Adjustment elections. Paper ballots were distributed for chair and vice chair for the 2026–27 term. Alternates were not eligible for election, but Ms. Olson, an eligible alternate seated for an absent member, could vote. No nominations were made; the silent ballots were tallied. Key Outcomes - Case 236-2026 was continued to the October 13, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting, with re-advertising and public notice to occur. The agenda had listed the next meeting as November 10, 2026 (tentative), but the continuance made October 13 the next regular meeting. - Peter Norgard was elected chair by a unanimous vote. - Ms. Rogers was elected vice chair by a 3–1 vote. - The meeting adjourned by motion and second, with all members in favor. Note on Record Discrepancies - The agenda identifies the owner as McLarty RE LLC, the dealer as Machens Ford, and the address as 1800 I-70 Drive SW; the transcript's spoken versions appear to say 'McLarety RE LLC,' 'Atkins Ford,' and '180 I-70 Drive SW.' The agenda versions are used above because the agenda is the authoritative written notice.

The Powell City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Council Chambers, 47 Hall Street, Powell, OH. Councilmember Carlos Crawford was absent; Councilmember Tyler Herman was initially absent at roll call but later participated. The council approved the September 1, 2026 minutes, the August staff report consent item, five resolutions, and Ordinance 2026-21 as an emergency. No public comments were made. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the September 1, 2026 City Council meeting by voice vote. - Approved the Monthly Staff Report for August 2026 by voice vote; no items were removed. Public Comments & Testimony - Citizen participation was opened and closed with no speakers. No public comment was offered on any resolution or ordinance. Discussion Items - Resolution 2026-51 – Authorized the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with EMH&T for engineering and inspection services for the 2027 Street and Path Maintenance Program. Staff cited about $3.2 million in planned improvements and design costs of roughly $325,000, a 15% reduction from the 2026 bid, attributed partly to Bid Express and survey efficiencies. Staff also noted a multi-year agreement had been set up to avoid annual bidding. The agreement also covers construction administration and inspection. Adopted by voice vote. - Resolution 2026-52 – Authorized a cooperative project agreement with OPWC for the Carriage Road Improvements Project, Phase 1, Round 41. Staff described a roughly $700,000 road improvement covering about 5,600 feet, with the city's portion about 880 feet. After Delaware County's R-Gap match of $31,500, the city's committed share was about $10,500. Asked whether speed bumps would remain, staff responded that the current plan does not put them back. Adopted by voice vote. - Resolution 2026-53 – Established the Hometown Heroes Veteran Banner Program, adopted the program policy, and authorized use of city-owned utility poles. The city will provide infrastructure and banner installation and removal; veterans organizations will fundraise and procure banners. The display period was extended during Development Committee review. Adopted by voice vote. - Resolution 2026-54 – Authorized the City Manager to enter into the ODNR capital improvement pass-through grant agreement supporting the Bennett Farms Shared-Use Path. The project budget is about $925,000, including a $200,000 state grant. Adopted by voice vote. - Resolution 2026-55 – Adopted the 2027-2031 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. The CIP totals roughly $60.5 million, with income tax projections assuming 2% annual growth to about $21.6 million by 2035. The approximately $5.1 million South Depot Street Connection was moved to future budgeted items and is not counted in the $60.5 million. Notable 2027 items included $1.8 million in debt payment, $340,000 for Bennett Farms schematic design, $1.3 million for the Adventure Park CSX tunnel, about $3.5 million in street maintenance, and $145,000 for playground upgrades. Staff said the $350,000 Timber Pedestrian Bridge replacement was being removed because insurance would not cover it, with repairs to reopen the bridge this fall. A roughly $53,000 2030 Capital Projects Fund 491 shortfall was projected to be eliminated the next year. Staff noted the resolution approves the plan only; 2027 appropriations will come through the operating budget. Adopted by voice vote. - Ordinance 2026-21 – Authorized the City Manager to award a $449,319.09 bid to Law General Contracting, Inc. for the Bennett Farms Shared-Use Path Project, with an emergency declaration. The total project budget is about $925,000. The first phase will install about 2,000 linear feet of shared-use path, and a future bridge and connection phase will be brought back separately for bid. Staff said Law General was the low bidder among three bids. The $200,000 state grant applies to the overall project. A dedicated city engineering inspector will monitor the work. Contract documents were expected in two to three days, with a pre-construction meeting early the following week and a 90-day contractual window once notice to proceed is issued. Council suspended the rules and adopted the ordinance by roll-call vote. Committee Reports - Development Committee: next meeting October 6, 2026. - Finance Committee: next meeting October 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. - Operations Committee: met that evening; expects to bring a massage ordinance to council before the end of the year. - Planning & Zoning Commission: heard more than 20 public comments on the Equity strip center in front of the Pell Shopping Center; the item did not pass. A preliminary retail concept for the Corinthian project, including an arcade concept, was reviewed favorably. - Powell Development Corporation: next meeting September 22, 2026, at noon, with Retreat Session 2 to follow. - Tree Board: planning to present at the HOA annual meeting on October 22, 2026, and developing a tree-responsibility matrix to help with maintenance and snow plowing. City Manager's Report - The City Manager reported that a properly filed petition to referendum on the zoning code has been submitted to the Board of Elections for signature validation. A result is expected within about a week, with council action possibly at the first meeting in October. The City Manager also noted that the referendum petition covers the entire code, which is atypical, affecting how new code modifications from the Operations Committee are applied. Executive Session - Council voted to enter executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(2) for property purchase, (G)(3) for attorney conference on imminent court action, and (G)(8) for confidential economic development assistance information. Representatives of Cohiba Properties LLC were invited. No action was expected following the session. Key Outcomes - All agenda items were approved: minutes, consent calendar, Resolutions 2026-51 through 2026-55, and Ordinance 2026-21. - The Bennett Farms Shared-Use Path contract is expected to proceed quickly, with pre-construction work scheduled for the following week. - The zoning-code referendum will return to council after Board of Elections validation. - Upcoming meetings: Development October 6; Finance October 13; Operations October 20; Planning & Zoning October 28; Powell Development Corporation September 22.

The Land Use & Zoning Committee of the Jacksonville City Council convened at 4:31 PM on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the Council Chamber at City Hall (the agenda listed a 4:30 PM start). Chair Joe Carlucci presided, joined by Vice Chair Rory Diamond and members Raul Arias, Reggie Gaffney, Jr., Rahman Johnson, and Randy White; Kevin Carrico was excused. The committee processed a 35-item agenda composed almost entirely of deferrals, continuances, and routine ex parte open/close public-hearing motions, plus a list of second-reading bills. No final votes on land-use applications were taken, and no formal public testimony was delivered. Deferrals and Continuances - Deferred, public hearing rescheduled to November 17, 2026: 2026-0124 and 2026-0125. - Deferred with no new date specified: 2026-0557 and 2026-0647S. - Deferred, public hearing rescheduled to October 6, 2026: 2026-0648 through 2026-0660 (agenda items 22-34, 13 bills). - Open/continued to October 20, 2026: 2026-0523 and 2026-0524 (companion bills; 2026-0524 was designated ex parte). - Open/continued with no action: 2026-0126, 2026-0127S, 2026-0436, and 2026-0558. - Routine ex parte open/close actions: 2026-0556 (listed twice as items 9 and 13, likely a duplication in the transcript), 2026-0559, 2026-0618, 2026-0619, 2026-0620, 2026-0621, 2026-0622, 2026-0631, 2026-0632, and 2026-0661. Public Comments and Testimony - No members of the public delivered testimony. - Chair Carlucci addressed attendees wearing blue shirts in connection with item 2026-0558, which was opened and continued without action. He explained that because the committee holds multiple public hearings and the vote on 2026-0558 is scheduled for October 6, 2026, public comments are generally more effective on the night of the vote. He also cautioned that if the bill changes before then, the committee would need to hear new public comment. He invited attendees to either speak that evening or return on October 6. Discussion Items - 2026-0532 (item 8): Chair Carlucci announced this bill would be taken up last because an amendment with conditions had been filed and heavy public participation was expected. The transcript ends without this item being discussed or acted upon despite that stated intention. - 2026-0619: The Chair noted a conflict between the Planning Department recommendation of denial and the Planning Commission recommendation of approval. - 2026-0622: Identified as Zach Miller's item; Mr. Miller was not present, and the Chair joked about moving it to the back of the agenda. - 2026-0559: Mr. Harden confirmed this would be the second action item. - Second reading: Bills 2026-0689 through 2026-0697 were listed as being on second reading; no action was taken. Key Outcomes - All 35 agenda items were processed, but no substantive votes on land-use applications were recorded. - Public hearings for 2026-0124 and 2026-0125 were deferred to November 17, 2026. - Public hearings for 2026-0648 through 2026-0660 were deferred to October 6, 2026. - Public hearings for 2026-0523 and 2026-0524 were continued to October 20, 2026. - The meeting adjourned after the Chair confirmed with General Counsel staff (Mr. Harvey) and the Planning Department that nothing was missed; the adjournment time was not recorded. - The committee's next regular meeting is Tuesday, October 6, 2026, which is also the scheduled vote date for item 2026-0558.

The Brighton City Council met on September 15, 2026, to consider amendments to the Land Use and Development Code, a Planned Unit Development rezoning, a water bond refunding ordinance, and a JAG grant resolution. Public comments raised concerns about data centers and the rezone proposal. Several items were approved, and one was continued to a future meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Lori Morris presented results from a Magellan Strategies study on AI and data centers conducted in August–September 2026: 77% of Colorado respondents believed AI will eliminate jobs, 48% of employed respondents were concerned AI would eliminate their job, and major tech companies received high unfavorable ratings (e.g., 91% unfavorable of Mark Zuckerberg, 86% of Meta, 70% of Amazon, 69% of SpaceX). In Congressional District 8, 79% were not comfortable incorporating AI into education. She called for a five-year moratorium on data centers and stated that the council is not in tune with the community. - Jordan Aguilar (resident at 764 Sawdust in the impacted area) spoke on item 6B. He requested that industrial uses be removed as primary permitted uses, that the permitted uses prioritize neighborhood-serving businesses (health services, childcare, etc.), and that a path for residential development be preserved. He urged the council to consider whether existing infrastructure supports the proposed use intensity. Discussion Items 6A: Ordinance Amending Articles 1 and 11 of the Land Use and Development Code (First Reading) - Associate Planner Stephanie Iams presented the proposed amendments to improve clarity, remove inconsistencies, and update definitions. Staff recommended approval. - Councilmember Green asked whether the changes could allow data centers; staff confirmed that data centers are not defined and would not be permitted under these amendments. - The public hearing had no speakers. The motion to approve passed 9–0. 6B: Ordinance Approving Bromley Park Planned Unit Development 38th Amendment (First Reading) – Continued - Planner Colton Guarini and applicant Anastasia Urban (Brighton Crossing LLC, affiliate of Brookfield Residential) presented the request to rezone a 13.4-acre property (split zoned single-family attached and office research & development) to a unified office research and development designation. The amendment would define allowed uses by mirroring the Business Park zone district, with primary uses (must occupy 50% of the site) and secondary uses (conditional). Uses include artisan manufacturing, light industrial, indoor storage, and conditional uses such as storage of gases/liquefied petroleum and oil/gas drilling. Staff recommended approval; the Planning Commission had unanimously recommended denial. - Council discussion focused on the inclusion of industrial uses, particularly oil/gas drilling and gas storage. Councilmember Worth expressed concern that such uses are incompatible with adjacent residential neighborhoods. Mayor Pro Tem suggested continuing the item to allow the applicant to refine the use list. The applicant agreed to work on amendments. - The public hearing was closed, and a motion to continue to October 6, 2026 passed 9–0. 7A: Ordinance Authorizing Water Activity Enterprise Revenue Refund Bonds Series 2026 - Director of Finance Katrina Asher explained that the ordinance refinances existing water and wastewater debt (originally issued 2009, refunded 2016) to achieve lower interest rates, targeting annual savings of approximately $60,000. The term would not extend beyond the original maturity of 2037. A competitive bond sale is planned for November if interest rates remain favorable. The motion to approve passed 9–0. 9A: Resolution Amending City Council Policy for Appointment of Members to Boards, Commissions, and Authorities - Presented by City Attorney Calderon. The motion passed 8–1. 9B: Resolution Accepting Edward Byron Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and Authorizing Chief of Police to Sign Grants - Discussion included concerns about language authorizing the chief to sign additional federal grants up to $100,000. Councilmember Fiddler initially proposed an amendment to limit authority, but after clarification that similar language had been used in prior years, he moved to approve as written. Councilmember Snyder verified flock camera policies: data is not shared with ICE, retained for 30 days maximum, and searches require a case or call-for-service number with monthly audits. The motion passed 9–0. Key Outcomes - Item 6A (LUDC amendments): Approved 9–0. - Item 6B (Bromley Park PUD Amendment): Continued to October 6, 2026 (vote 9–0). - Item 7A (Bond refunding): Approved 9–0. - Item 9A (Policy resolution): Approved 8–1. - Item 9B (JAG grant): Approved 9–0. - Two executive session motions passed: one for personnel matters (9–0), one for attorney-client privilege (8–1).

The Weathersfield Select Board met on September 15, 2026, at 6:34 PM. The meeting covered approval of multiple sets of minutes, financial reports for FY26, establishment of a budget timeline for FY28, appointments to committees, and various operational updates. Key financial challenges were highlighted, including a growing deficit in the solid waste fund and an overspend in the highway fund. Public Comments & Testimony - Lisa Slate (Sunset Boulevard resident) alerted the board to a proposed water district boundary adjustment affecting properties in the village of Scotney, urging the board to monitor the prudential committee's discussion at their upcoming meeting. - Several announcements were made: the Weathersfield Conversation Group's second annual summit on September 20th at 1 PM at the Perkinsville School; the PTO's "Paw Drop" at Weathersfield School on September 15th from 5-8 PM (free admission). - A board member requested adding quarterly department head reports to future agendas to increase transparency, noting that monthly reports might be excessive. Discussion Items - Approval of Minutes: The board spent considerable time correcting minutes from July 21, July 23, and July 27, 2026. After extensive debate, amendments were made to accurately reflect that Mrs. Burse seconded a motion and added language about the select board serving as interim town managers. The corrected minutes for July 21, July 23, July 27, August 4, August 13, August 24, and August 31 were all approved individually. A concern was raised that several sets of minutes on the website are still labeled "draft" and need to be updated. - Treasurer's Report (Steve): The preliminary FY26 (year ending June 30, 2026) unaudited reports were presented. The highway fund planned to use $102,500 of fund balance but actually ran a deficit of $180,879 due to $35,000 in unanticipated winter sand expenses, $35,000 in vehicle repairs, and a $31,000 principal and interest payment for an excavator loan that was not budgeted. The solid waste fund had a planned deficit reduction of $29,945 but instead incurred a $40,432 deficit, leading to an estimated cumulative deficit of $195,000-$200,000. Reasons included a $53,000 shortfall in punch card sales and $80,000 in recycling costs (recycling is free but costs money to haul away). The general fund broke even, preserving its $30,000 planned fund balance use. The board expressed concern about the solid waste deficit and the need for corrective action. - Budget Timeline for FY28: The board adopted a proposed timeline for the FY28 budget development, with goals to be discussed at future meetings. The timeline includes department budget development (Sept 15-Oct 6), a health care study presentation (Oct 13), health insurance decision (Oct 26), COLA study and decision (Nov 9), draft budget release (Nov 23), public input (Dec 14 and 28), budget approval (Jan 11, 2027), and town meeting warning (Jan 25). The board discussed using FY26 actuals as a starting point rather than FY27 budget, and emphasized the need to address highway and police department funding, fund capital reserves, and maintain a rainy day fund. The motion to adopt the timeline passed. - Town Manager Report (Suzanne): The town manager hiring process was updated. The job posting will be corrected and released; applications will be reviewed starting October 15th. A weekly call with the recruitment firm (Gary Evans) will monitor applicant interest. The board members will have access to see all applicants. The police building lease discussion was raised but deferred to a future agenda. The fire department is preparing an RFP for a brush truck approved by voters, and a live burn training is scheduled for October 2nd at 162 Quarry Road. - Appointments: The budget committee had three vacancies (one long-standing, two from resignations over the weekend). The board appointed John Broker Campbell and Jacob Chase to fill two of the three seats. For the planning commission, Jacob Chase was appointed to a term expiring March 2029, despite concerns about him serving on multiple boards (he also serves on the DRB and is a select board member). Todd Heninger, who had applied for the planning commission, expressed disappointment and noted his intention to step down from the DRB. - Warrants: The warrants for September 14, 2026, were approved: General fund payroll $22,923.76 and operating expenses $74,818.71; Highway fund payroll $10,248.38 and operating expenses $37,621.99; Solid waste payroll $2,348.16 and operating expenses $29,060.71; Library payroll $272.07 and operating expenses $300.30; plus a Route 106 screen bank repayer item of $108,995.63. Grand total payroll $38,222.37, operating expenses $250,797. Key Outcomes - Approved corrected minutes for July 21, July 23, July 27, August 4, August 13, August 24, and August 31, 2026, with amendments to accurately record motions and seconds. - Appointed Suzanne Terrell as interim delinquent tax collector until a new town manager is hired (unanimous). - Adopted the FY28 budget development timeline as presented. - Appointed John Broker Campbell and Jacob Chase to the budget committee. - Appointed Jacob Chase to the planning commission for a term expiring March 2029. - Approved warrants totaling $38,222.37 payroll and $250,797 operating expenses. - Noted that the solid waste fund deficit has reached an estimated $195,000-$200,000, requiring potential borrowing and operational changes.

The Hudson City Council met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 7:30 PM in Town Hall. The meeting featured a public hearing on a proposed settlement agreement for the Canterbury Meadows development, along with proclamations, consent agenda approvals, and first readings of multiple bond ordinances. The meeting adjourned at 12:07 AM following an executive session. Proclamations - The council recognized the Mighty Vincent Project (2026), which has mobilized 2,635 volunteers providing 6,017 hours of service to 31 nonprofits and raised over $108,000. The week of September 9–27, 2026 was proclaimed. - Jacob Meacham was recognized for calmly assisting a friend during an emergency, enabling rapid response. - The Hudson Kiwanis Club’s 75th anniversary was celebrated; September 24, 2026 was proclaimed Kiwanis Club Day. - Constitution Week (September 17–23, 2026) was proclaimed, accepted by a Daughters of the American Revolution representative. Consent Calendar - 26-0079 – Motion to acknowledge the August 2026 monthly financial report. - 26-120 – Resolution authorizing pre-purchase of retaining wall blocks for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course Hole 17 Phase 2 (emergency). - 26-121 – Resolution authorizing the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course storm water management project. - 26-122 – Resolution authorizing the N. Main Street storm water improvement project (emergency). - 26-123 – Resolution forwarding the Clinton Crossing preferred site plan to Planning Commission for concept site plan review. All consent items were approved unanimously (7-0) after suspending the three-reading rule. Public Comments & Testimony Public Hearing on Resolution 26-118 (Canterbury Meadows Settlement) The hearing opened at 7:54 PM and closed at 10:15 PM. Testimony included: - City’s outside counsel Michael Cicero explained that a constitutional hardship claim by the developer triggered involvement of NORMA (insurance pool). He stated the city hired Planning Next for independent zoning analysis. - Planning Next consultants (Sarah Kelly, Delaney Sillman) testified that the proposed 32-lot open space conservation subdivision complies with the Land Development Code (LDC), fits within common definitions of conservation subdivisions, and compels better design than conventional development. - Property owners within 300 feet: - Council Member Skylar Sutton (speaking as a resident, recused from dais) argued the settlement violates state and local law, bypasses Planning Commission authority, sets a “pay-to-play” precedent, and that the hardship claim process was not followed. He stated he is prepared to seek court relief. - Melissa Jones (adjacent property owner, accompanied by attorney Mark Stockman) objected that she had not received requested public records (hardship claim documents) and could not fully testify. She questioned the legality of the settlement and the city’s authority to override the Planning Commission. - Kim Cosma Segedy expressed concern about stormwater runoff onto her property from the development. - Nova Buchanan raised concerns about privacy, contiguous open space, and traffic (32 homes adding at least 60 commuters, school buses, etc.) at the dangerous Ravenna-Stow Road intersection. - Other municipal residents: - Jennifer Justi Keleman requested a traffic study, citing dangerous intersection. - Mary Miller (Fox Trace Lane) worried about stormwater impacts and settlement bypassing Planning Commission. - Susan Newman (Hudson Heritage Association) argued the settlement contradicts the city charter by undermining Planning Commission and ignoring the current Comprehensive Plan (2024). - Christine Thaxton (Thaxton Family Farm) raised environmental concerns: stormwater management, soil stability, well contamination, and noted campaign contributions to three council members from developer-associated entities. - Phil Leiter stated the settlement sets a dangerous precedent allowing developers to bypass boards by threatening lawsuits. - Greg Hall requested independent scrutiny of land valuation, asked for litigation costs, and noted that three council members received campaign donations. - Leonore Cosma (Hudson Equestrian Center) asked about floodwater from Brandywine Creek headwaters and traffic. - Todd Zedak emphasized that residents have no financial interest, only community protection. - Sarah Norman pointed out missing details in the plan and the lack of a proper hardship process under Chapter 1210 (dating to 1958). - Anthony Ravida alleged that City Manager Sheridan ‘moves the rules’ and that information is withheld. - Developer’s attorney John Slagter stated that the developer worked in good faith, that the Planning Commission’s decision was inconsistent, and that the code has internal inconsistencies. He maintained that council has authority to settle and that the developer’s constitutional rights are at stake. He offered to provide a written list of inconsistencies. - Council questions: Council members Brezovec, D’Eramo, Bird, and Weinstein asked clarifying questions. Brezovec expressed appreciation for hearing legal arguments. Bird stated that campaign contributions do not create a conflict of interest under Ohio ethics law. Weinstein echoed that donations do not affect her vote. General Public Comments (after hearing) - Caitlin Honniball reported raw sewage backup in her home for three weeks and criticized city communication. Mayor Anzevino responded that the city contacted Summit County (which owns the sanitary sewer) and that a collapsed pipe was found and is being replaced. - Melissa Jones clarified her recusal from Planning Commission discussions on Canterbury Meadows following Ohio Ethics Commission advice. - Todd Zedak thanked Council Member Sutton for articulating the law and urged council to follow rules. - Anthony Ravida alleged wrongdoing by city staff. Discussion Items - Council Comments: - Dr. Goetz praised EMS response at a local Acme incident and noted a conflict between Planning Commission and Architectural Review Board over a townhome plan. - Brezovec reported on fire station renovations (including new women’s locker room) and Velocity Broadband timeline updates. - Weinstein mentioned Graze on the Green, the Hired in Hudson job fair (Sept 16), and Planning Commission actions (approval of townhomes, daycare, discussion of moratorium on planned developments). - Bird noted the 9/11 commemoration and the Trike and Bike fundraiser that raised $30,000 for pediatric cancer research. - City Manager Report: Sheridan announced the senior snow plow program (150 spots, Sept 14-Oct 14), splash pad closing at end of September, and a planned map for Velocity Broadband installation schedules. - Appointments: None made; deadline extended to Sept 25 for multiple boards. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda Approved (7-0): Financial report, Ellsworth Meadows projects, N. Main Street storm sewer, and Clinton Crossing concept plan referral. - Ordinance 26-78 (Short-Term Rentals) postponed to November 10, 2026 (vote 5-2; Sutton and Brezovec opposed). - Resolution 26-118 (Canterbury Meadows Settlement) received its second reading; third reading scheduled for October 6, 2026. No action taken. - Bond ordinances (26-124 through 26-130) all had first readings for financing various capital projects: - 26-124: $740,000 for property at Owen Brown & Morse (Windstream land) – first reading. - 26-125: $925,000 for 94 Owen Brown Street – first reading. - 26-126: Up to $6,825,000 for salt storage and bus maintenance at 5810 Hudson Drive – first reading. - 26-127: Up to $21,000,000 for new Public Works facility – first reading. - 26-128: Up to $15,000,000 for Velocity Broadband expansion – first reading. - 26-129: Up to $5,000,000 for Fire/EMS facility renovation – first reading. - 26-130: Up to $3,000,000 for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) – first reading. - Executive Session entered at 11:11 PM (vote 6-1, Sutton abstained) to discuss pending litigation and property matters; meeting resumed at 12:07 AM and adjourned.

The Public Safety and Human Services (PSHS) Committee of the City of Redmond met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM at Redmond City Hall (15670 NE 85th St.) and remotely via RCTV, Comcast Channel 21/321, Ziply Channel 34, Facebook/YouTube (@CityofRedmond), and phone at 510-335-7371. Council Vice President Angie Nuevacamina presided as presiding officer for Councilmember Vivek Prakriya. Council President Melissa Stuart (the transcript renders the name as Stewart) and Councilmembers Sayna Parsi, Menka Soni, and Vanessa Kritzer attended in person, while Councilmember Prakriya participated remotely. The committee took no final votes, but reviewed the FD34 Emergency Services Operating Agreement second addendum, the 2027-28 Human Services Funding update, the Redmond Fire Impact Fee update, the Fire Department Quarterly Overtime Report, withdrawal from the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA), and the 2026 Technology and Information Services (TIS) Business Solutions Division update. Consent Calendar - No consent calendar action was taken during this meeting. The FD34 second addendum is scheduled for the city council consent agenda on October 6, 2026. Discussion Items FD34 Emergency Services Operating Agreement - Second Addendum (2026-2029 Extension) Deputy Fire Chief Ahmed Varrell presented the second addendum to the interlocal agreement between Redmond and King County Fire District 34. The addendum is a straight two-year extension, moving the agreement end date from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2029, to ensure uninterrupted fire suppression, fire prevention, EMS, and emergency preparedness services for District 34 residents. The requested action is consent on October 6, 2026. 2027-28 Human Services Funding Update (Study session scheduled October 27, 2026) Human Services Manager Brooke Buckingham reported that the city opens its human services grant process every two years; the commission will review proposals and present recommendations, which council will adopt as part of the city's 2027-28 budget. Councilmembers requested that the study session presentation include: - The specific percentage of housing and human services dollars invested in rent relief and other housing stability programs (Council President Stuart). - A breakout of unfunded need by program area, including food insecurity and mental health, beyond affordable housing (Councilmember Parsi). - An analysis of how funding to nonprofits is not duplicative of funding from neighboring cities such as Bellevue (Councilmember Parsi). - Data on why grassroots nonprofits did not secure funding, such as incomplete applications or lack of expertise or resources (Councilmember Parsi). Councilmember Kritzer asked that this item be separated out in final voting so she can cast a distinct refusal vote. Councilmember Prakriya agreed and noted audio issues with remote participation. Redmond Fire Impact Fee Update (Study session scheduled October 13, 2026) Deputy Fire Chief Varrell presented the proposed fire impact fee changes and is seeking council approval before December so the fees can be consolidated with other impact fee updates this year. Council dialogue addressed: - The budget theme of capturing revenue leakage, balanced with the need not to raise fees so high that they deter development, including senior housing and other spaces (Council President Stuart). - How the fee changes will affect low-income and affordable housing development (Council President Stuart). - A request for call data broken out by neighborhood to evaluate whether standard residential call assumptions apply equitably, with a comparison of incidents by area (Councilmember Parsi). - Consideration of mitigations for the largest fee increases. Fire Department Quarterly Overtime Report (Informational) Deputy Fire Chief Varrell presented the quarterly overtime report and noted the fire department is essentially right at budget when all personnel costs are considered. The agenda packet lists the period as January 1 through June 30, 2025, while the oral presentation described the report as covering January 1 through June 30, 2026; the discrepancy was not discussed. Varrell explained that when fire personnel are absent, positions cannot be set aside, so overtime is necessary, and the department analyzes whether overtime at 1.5 times pay is less expensive than hiring additional staff. A councilmember noted Redmond firefighters work 48-hour shifts. Councilmember Kritzer asked for written memos or brief slides in advance for future informational items so council and the public can prepare meaningful questions, and for plain-language explanations of tools such as Lucidity and related applications; Council President Stuart agreed, noting council leadership has been working with staff through the agenda-setting process on meaningful packet material. King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) Withdrawal (Informational) Human Services Manager Brooke Buckingham reported that KCRHA is being reorganized and the contracts it currently administers are being transferred back to the City of Seattle and King County, so Redmond needs to withdraw from its interlocal agreement with KCRHA. A councilmember asked why the item is informational only; staff responded that the original agreement authorized the executive to withdraw without additional council approval. Council President Stuart asked for additional communication to the council and community about changes going into the winter weather season, suggested discussing next steps at the upcoming housing and human services action plan refresh study session, and asked if the Mayor could join a future discussion. She stated she understood and supported the action and that regionalism still matters, and noted the point-in-time count results are still pending. 2026 Technology and Information Services (TIS) Business Solutions Division Update (Items from Other Committees) The TIS Business Solutions Division update was presented to PSHS because the full council agenda was full. The division is organized into three groups: one supporting parks, planning, and public works; one supporting human resources, finance, and executive; and one supporting police and fire. Staff described how the division identifies underlying needs, tests solutions, rolls them out, and supports them beyond launch. Examples included Public Works' CCTV pipe inspection program for asset condition assessments and VSAL's implementation of a vendor solution with the public works team. Councilmember Kritzer asked for future memos and slides that explain unfamiliar systems such as Lucidity in plain language, with metrics tied to outcomes such as the CCTV and water AI technology. Council President Stuart agreed, and Councilmember Prakriya voiced support for the feedback. Key Outcomes - The FD34 second addendum will be placed on the October 6, 2026, city council consent agenda. - Staff will incorporate the council-requested data into the October 27, 2026, human services funding study session: rent relief percentage, unfunded-delta breakout by program, anti-duplication analysis, and applicant technical-assistance data. - Staff will consider council feedback for the October 13, 2026, fire impact fee study session, including neighborhood-level call data, affordable-housing impact, and mitigation options for large fee increases. - The city will proceed with withdrawing from the KCRHA interlocal agreement without a council vote; additional council and community communication about the change will be provided. - TIS Business Solutions staff were asked to provide advance written materials for future informational items.

The Policy Committee on Environmental and Natural Resource Management met on September 15, 2026, to consider two bills: Bill 191, which amends erosion and sedimentation control enforcement, and Bill 183, which proposes increases to wastewater service rates and creates a new hotel rate class. Bill 191 was passed with an amendment and recommended to the full council. Bill 183 was postponed to the October 6, 2026 hearing following extensive public testimony and council discussion. Public Comments & Testimony - Del Otsuka opposed Bill 183, calling it an "archaic flat rate tax" that reverses the polluter-pays principle, penalizes businesses that invest in green infrastructure, and squeezes local families by tripling utility rates while choking short-term rental income. - K. Cole McClellan (Outrigger Hospitality Group) opposed the creation of a separate hotel rate class, arguing it violates state law (HRS 237D-1 and Act 17) which defines all transient accommodations uniformly. He urged the committee to remove the isolated hotel classification and place hotels within the uniform non-residential schedule. - Jerry Gibson (Hawaii Hotel Alliance) stated support for necessary rate increases but requested hotels be treated under the non-residential class. He argued the proposed separate hotel rate, with increases approaching 300%, is infeasible and threatens local jobs, workforce benefits, and small properties. Discussion Items - Bill 191 (Erosion and Sedimentation Control): Councilmember Inaba introduced the bill to establish administrative enforcement for Chapter 10 violations, including fines up to $1,000 per day without requiring a criminal conviction. The amendment (Comm. 1058.1) removed the option of service by newspaper publication, relying on hand delivery or certified mail to satisfy due process. Councilmember Galimba raised concerns about Good Samaritan grading after natural disasters; Deputy Corporation Counsel and DPW staff noted that property owners can call the Engineering Division (808-961-8327) for guidance. The definition of grading (over 100 cubic yards, cut/fill over 5 feet, or altered drainage) and grubbing (over 1 acre) was clarified. The bill aims to provide realistic enforcement tools where previous criminal referrals were never pursued. - Bill 183 (Sewer Service Charges): Director Dan Gervin (DEM) and Regulatory Administrator Kelly Hartman presented the rate increase as a legal mandate under the Administrative Order on Consent (AOC) to become self-sustaining by 2031. Supplemental materials included a rate study, rate model, and legal framework. Key discussion points: - Rate increase magnitude: Director Gervin disputed the 300% figure, stating that fixed monthly charges for hotels rise from $96 to $1899 (approx. 100%) and per-thousand gallon rates from $10.85 to $21.40 (also approx. 100%), similar to residential and non-residential increases. - Legality of hotel class: Corporation Counsel and consultant Art Griffith (FG) confirmed that Maui and Kauai have similar hotel classes; Oahu does not but the practice is legally defensible under cost-of-service principles. - Small hotel impacts: Councilmember Kagiwada requested analysis of impacts on small hotels like SCP Hilo and possible relief mechanisms for low-income households and nonprofits. Director Gervin noted that smaller hotels would have lower discharge and thus lower usage charges. - Budget projections: Councilmember Caneali-Kleinfelder questioned inflated projections (e.g., OCE repairs from $18,900 in FY2425 to $92,000 in FY2627) and the absence of debt service in the rate study. Consultant Art Griffith attributed the jump to catch-up spending after years of underfunding; debt service was excluded because it relates to capital investment, not operations. - Connection compliance: Hartman announced a connection compliance plan due in December 2026 to enforce sewer connections and broaden the rate base, potentially moving short-term vacation rentals into non-residential rates. - Infiltration and energy savings: Director Gervin described ongoing efforts to identify and repair leaks in the collection system, which can reduce energy costs (electricity approaching $3.5M/year). Two crews are scoping lines and using GIS for scheduling. - Calculator request: Councilmember Inaba requested a simple rate calculator to allow council members to model changes; a meeting with DEM was scheduled within the week. Key Outcomes - Bill 191: Amended by Communication 1058.1 (approved unanimously, 9 ayes). The committee voted unanimously (9 ayes) to recommend passage to the full council. - Bill 183: Motion to postpone to the October 6, 2026 committee hearing passed unanimously (9 ayes). Councilmember Inaba requested a meeting with DEM by Thursday or Friday to develop a rate calculator and review materials, noting that the 200+ pages of supplemental reports were provided only the day before the meeting. - Council also noted that DEM will present a connection compliance plan in December 2026 to enforce sewer connections and potentially reclassify short-term vacation rentals to commercial rates.

The Olathe City Council met Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 100 E. Santa Fe. Councilmembers Bacon, Schoonover, Vakas, Essex, Creighton, and Deneault were present; Councilmember Felter was absent. City Manager Susan Sherman, City Attorney Ron Shaver, and city staff also attended. The regular meeting and planning session were combined, and the meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Call to Order and Executive Sessions - The Council recessed into executive session for up to 20 minutes for attorney-client privileged consultation on a development agreement under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2); the open meeting resumed at 6:50 p.m. The Council then voted 6-0 to authorize the City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to Development Agreement with Loretto Commercial Development, LLC. - The Council recessed into executive session for up to 10 minutes for preliminary discussion of downtown real property acquisition under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(6); the open meeting resumed at 7:00 p.m. The Council then voted 6-0 to authorize the City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor or City Manager to execute an agreement and related documents for acquisition of certain downtown real property. Consent Agenda The Council approved the Consent Agenda 6-0, including: the September 1, 2026, and September 8, 2026, Special Call meeting minutes; renewal licenses; authorization for City Manager Sherman to attend the ICMA conference in Long Beach, California, October 16-21; Amendment No. 5 with Crossland Heavy Contractors, Inc. for the West Cedar Creek Sewer Interceptor Project; the FY2026 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant program; and a new U.S. Bank corporate expense and purchasing card services contract. Proclamation: Family Week Mayor Bacon presented a proclamation recognizing September 20-26, 2026, as Family Week in Olathe. Tim Kruse and Jaymi Schap of Johnson County Mental Health accepted; they encouraged families to spend time together, highlighted Family Day on October 3 at the Indian Creek Library, and noted Drug Take Back Day. The minutes list Drug Take Back Day as October 4; the transcript says October 24. New Business and Discussion Items - Ordinance No. 26-45 (RZ26-0009) - Sunnybrook Commercial: The Council approved 5-1 the rezoning of approximately 11 acres southwest of College Boulevard and Sunnybrook Road from BP (Business Park) to C-2 (Community Center), with a conceptual preliminary site development plan. Planning Commission had recommended approval 7-0. Staff described the project as the commercial component of a coordinated mixed-use area next to the approved Dillons grocery store, with restaurants, a bank, and retail uses; it does not include vertical mixed-use. Councilmember Schoonover voted no, supporting the rezoning but not the conceptual preliminary site development plan. The applicant said architecture would complement the Dillons development. - Ordinance No. 26-46 (RZ26-0006) - College & Sunnybrook Multifamily: The Council approved 5-1 the rezoning of approximately 20 acres southwest of College Boulevard and S. Valley Road from BP to R-3 (Low-Density Multifamily), with a conceptual preliminary site development plan for 333 rental units consisting of apartments and townhomes, at a density of 16.65 units per acre. Planning Commission had recommended approval 6-1. Staff reported that 37 nearby residents signed an informal petition and that public concerns included traffic, noise, lighting, building height, stormwater, and compatibility. Applicant Curt Peterson stated the closest multifamily building would be about 250 feet from homes to the west, about 75 percent of existing trees would be preserved, and elevations would be similar. Councilmember Creighton voted no, objecting to converting commercial land to residential. The motion added a stipulation that the preliminary site development plan return to City Council for approval. - Ordinance No. 26-47: Approved 6-0 to amend Title 6 of the Olathe Municipal Code by adopting the 2025 Johnson County Environmental Sanitary and Aquatic Health Codes. - Ordinance No. 26-48 - 2027 Budget: Approved 5-1. Councilmember Essex voted no, saying residents were concerned about property tax burdens and affordability. Councilmember Schoonover supported the budget but urged future consideration of revenue-neutral alternatives or spending guardrails. Mayor Bacon noted the city mill levy is not increasing and that higher tax bills reflect higher property values. - Resolution No. 26-1078 - 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan: Approved 6-0. - Resolution No. 26-1079 - 2027 Fees and Charges: Approved 6-0. The Council discussed the transfer station minimum charge increasing to $40; Public Works Director Beth Wright clarified the per-ton rate was unchanged and the fee was intended to encourage use of bulk-item pickup. Public Comments & Testimony - Hayleigh Hess, an Olathe Girls Softball Association board vice president, asked the Council to look beyond the open bid and recognize OGSA's 53 years of history and volunteer investment; she warned a for-profit operator could make softball less affordable and asked the city to reopen dialogue. - Darren Elliott also spoke regarding the Olathe Girls Softball Association; his remarks are listed in the minutes but do not appear in the transcript. - John Bott, OGSA treasurer and involved since 1984, described the complex's history and asked the Council to reconsider the RFP. - Cecil Luna spoke in support of OGSA, saying the decision was about the girls and accusing the city of focusing on money. - Charlotte O'Hare was listed as a scheduled speaker but did not appear. Planning Session - Annexation Report - 6.98 acres (ANX26-0003): The Council accepted a report on a request to annex approximately 6.98 acres southwest of W. 167th Street and S. Ridgeview Road. - Annexation Report - 70.12 acres (ANX26-0004): The Council accepted a report on Johnson County Aggregates' request to annex approximately 70.12 acres southeast of W. Old 56 Highway and W. 151st Street. City Attorney Ron Shaver said annexation must occur before related rezoning and special-use permit applications can be considered, though the items could be scheduled for the same meeting. Staff said the later permits would address the existing quarry and proposed expansion, including operating limits, dust mitigation, and monitoring; measures included enclosing a rock-transfer point, paving haul areas at the northern quarry, and operating a vacuum truck daily, while roads serving the southern quarry would remain unpaved. The Planning Commission had voted 6-2 on the expansion and 7-1 on opening the existing special-use permit. Mayor Bacon and Councilmember Schoonover asked for a demonstrated commitment to dust control before permit decisions. Staff expected the applications to return to the Council on October 6. - Parking Garage Artwork Discussion (PN 6-C-003-24): Events and Rentals Manager Renee Rush presented the recommended public artwork, 'Ad Astra' by artist Jay Yan, a 48-foot-high ceramic tile mosaic on the southwest elevator tower of the new City/County Parking Garage. The artwork has a sunflower-to-star design, a $200,000 public art budget funded through the public art ordinance's 1 percent of eligible capital project costs, and is expected to last more than 30 years. Councilmember Creighton asked about funding and long-term maintenance; Councilmember Vakas supported the artist and material but requested a more muted, natural color palette; Councilmember Schoonover supported the proposal; Mayor Bacon questioned appearance, cost, warranty, and repairability and requested alternatives. Staff agreed to provide other concepts and additional information before the contract returns for consideration. Additional Items and Recognitions - Councilmembers recognized Senior Planner Emily Carrillo for positive public feedback, thanked softball families for attending, noted National Voter Registration Day, National Stormwater Day, and National IT Professionals Day, and recognized retiring Public Works Director Beth Wright. - City Manager Sherman thanked staff for budget work. - Mayor Bacon announced the third annual pickleball tournament benefiting the Olathe Mayor's Children's Fund. Key Outcomes - Executive session actions authorized: 6-0 on the Loretto development agreement amendment, and 6-0 on downtown property acquisition. - Consent Agenda approved 6-0. - Ordinance 26-45 approved 5-1, with Councilmember Schoonover voting no. - Ordinance 26-46 approved 5-1, with Councilmember Creighton voting no, and with a stipulation that the preliminary site development plan return to City Council. - Ordinance 26-47 approved 6-0. - Ordinance 26-48 approved 5-1, with Councilmember Essex voting no. - Resolution 26-1078 approved 6-0. - Resolution 26-1079 approved 6-0. - Annexation reports accepted; no formal decision made on the annexation applications. - Parking garage artwork discussion deferred pending additional options and information from staff.