Public Meetings - Green, Ohio

The South Summit Council of Governments held a special meeting on December 19, 2025, at 1755 Town Park Boulevard, Green, Ohio. The meeting was called to order at 9:16 a.m. (the agenda listed 9:00 a.m.). The primary agenda items were the approval of the employment of Brian Huff as Treasurer and an executive session to discuss compensation of public employees. Discussion Items - Employment of Brian Huff as Treasurer: Mayor Adamson presented a motion to approve the employment of Brian Huff as Treasurer at an annual salary of $12,000, paid bi-weekly, with a start date of January 5, 2026. The position was advertised at $800–$1,000 per month, and the selection committee (Mayor Adamson, finance directors Susan Cook and Shelley Goodrich) unanimously recommended Mr. Huff after reviewing five or six applications. Mr. Huff currently serves as part-time finance staff for the City of Ravenna and part-time controller for the City of Kent. His acceptance was contingent on council approval. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously via roll call—Mayor Adamson and Mayor Yeargin voted yes. (Note: The transcript records the second mayor's name as "Jurgen," while the agenda lists "Mayor Yeargin." This may be a transcription error.) - Executive Session: Following the vote, the council moved to an executive session to discuss compensation of public employees. Invited participants included finance directors Goodrich and Cook, and New Franklin mayor-elect Steve Rector. The executive session lasted from approximately 9:16 a.m. to 10:09 a.m. - Reconvened Regular Meeting: After returning from executive session, the council reconvened and discussed a "revamp and revitalization" of the finance side of the organization, noting that the new treasurer will have a more active role and take over some responsibilities previously assigned to the fiscal agent. No further votes were taken. Key Outcomes - Motion approved unanimously: Brian Huff appointed as Treasurer of the South Summit Council of Governments, effective January 5, 2026, at an annual salary of $12,000. - Executive session held on compensation of public employees. - Next regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. - The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 a.m.

The City of Green, Ohio Planning and Zoning Commission met in regular session at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in Council Chambers at Central Administration, 1755 Town Park Blvd. After the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance, and roll call, the Mayor made a special appearance to recognize an outgoing commission member. The agenda listed the SELU storage-unit site plan as the first business item, but the transcript shows the Atlantic Foods signage item was heard first; this summary follows the transcript order. The Commission tabled the storage-unit application, handled the signage item, approved the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes, and heard the Director's and Council Liaison reports. Special Recognition - The Mayor attended the PZC meeting, which he said was unusual, to honor an outgoing commissioner at her last meeting and to emphasize that the PZC is an independent body. - The outgoing commissioner thanked planning staff and fellow commissioners for their support over the years. Public Comments & Testimony - Public comments were heard during the SELU Holdings Storage Units hearing. A resident whose family has lived at the property for more than 50 years spoke against the project, saying there are already three storage facilities within two miles and arguing, 'We don't need more storage units in Green.' She called phase two 'delusions of grandeur' and raised concerns about crime, safety, and a fire at the Cottage Group storage facility, and she objected to storage units across from a winery that hosts weddings. - Another commenter asked why only one building was planned for boat storage, stating there is actual need for boat storage and noting that 17 feet is a tight fit for RVs. - No public comments were captured for the Atlantic Foods signage item. Discussion Items Atlantic Foods Signage (25-44) - This was a signage review application in the B5 Airport Commerce District at 5571 Global Gateway, presented by ARCO National Construction, the general contractor for an interior renovation. - Staff reported that the site is an established industrial and distribution facility. The Design Review Board had made a favorable recommendation contingent upon verification of the sign setback from the right-of-way. - Staff noted that fire department comments were required and that the applicant needed to receive a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals for the existing five-foot front setback. - The Commission took a roll-call vote on the item; the transcript excerpt does not include the vote tally or an explicit stated outcome before the meeting moved to the next item. SELU Holdings Storage Units (25-41) - The applicant, represented by FourPoints Architectural Services, requested site plan review in the B1 district for a two-phase storage-unit development. - Phase one was described as conditionally permitted storage, with a site plan that includes 12 required parking spaces, landscape islands, 20-foot-tall light poles, stormwater management, and no signage at this time. - The site has an approximately 11- to 12-foot grade change from Main Street to the first phase-two building. The developer stated that phase two would require a future site plan submittal and is not expected to be far behind phase one. - Commissioners discussed whether phase two could be abandoned after phase one, with no definitive resolution. One commissioner noted that the owner was not present despite the applicant having come before the board before, and said there were outstanding comments and questions for the owner. - Another commissioner said they did not personally have a problem with storage units there and viewed investment in property improvements as positive for the city and schools. Unfinished Business - None. Approval of Minutes - The November 19, 2025 meeting minutes were approved by roll call. Director's Report - The Director's Report was presented; the transcript excerpt includes no substantive decisions or announcements. Council Liaison Report - The council liaison thanked the board and reported that City Council authorized a joint work agreement between the City of Green and Kavanaugh to install a restroom facility at Creekbaum Park. - The liaison also reported that Council adopted a resolution imposing a moratorium on accepting applications for, and granting zoning certificates for, new vape shops. Key Outcomes - SELU Holdings Storage Units (25-41): tabled by roll-call vote until the owner can appear and represent the application; the item was added to the January 2026 meeting. - Atlantic Foods Signage (25-44): roll-call vote taken; the recorded outcome is not fully specified in the provided transcript excerpt. - November 19, 2025 meeting minutes: approved. - No unfinished business remained.

The South Summit Council of Governments (SSCOG) held its annual organizational meeting on December 11, 2025, to adopt the 2026 budget, five-year capital plan, and health insurance renewal. The meeting also addressed personnel transitions, including accepting the resignation of the secretary and electing new officers for 2026, and discussed potential expansion through consolidation with Norton and Barberton dispatch services. Consent Calendar - Approval of minutes from the regular meeting on September 25, 2025. Motion carried unanimously. - Approval of minutes from the special meeting on October 29, 2025. Motion carried unanimously. Discussion Items - Resolution 202506 – 2026 Annual Operations Budget: The proposed budget totals $1,880,497 for personnel and $365,883 for operations, reflecting a 3.7% overall increase despite adding new line items for treasurer, secretary, and bond insurance, as well as increased contract services and phone costs. The budget is built on cost estimates intentionally set slightly high to ensure a carryover. Finance Director Shelley Goodridge (outgoing treasurer) noted the budget's efficiency given raises of 4% and new costs. The resolution passed unanimously. - Resolution 202507 – Five-Year Capital Plan (2026-2030): The 2026 capital outlay is $38,700, including two remaining Motorola radio console payments ($23,700), two computer replacements ($4,000), and one consoulette (backup radio) replacement ($11,000). Future replacements for computers and consolettes are planned across the five years. The plan is included in the 2026 budget. Discussion acknowledged potential future capital needs for facility expansion. The resolution passed unanimously. - Resolution 202508 – Health Insurance Renewal: After negotiation, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield proposed a 6.99% increase (down from an initial 17%) for medical coverage; vision premiums remained flat; dental switched to Ask Me Dental Care Plan. The broker, NFP Corporate Services Ohio Inc., advised accepting the proposal rather than going to market due to the small group size (16 employees). The resolution passed unanimously. - Dispatch Manager's Report: Manager Leslie Haman reported 15 full-time and 5 part-time staff, fully staffed since September 2024. Alex Kahn was promoted to training coordinator. A recent PSAP meeting at the county discussed 911 fund distribution; SSCOG is projected to receive $52,314 for the year (excluding December). Current 911 fund balance is approximately $30,000, but spending is restricted to 911-related items (e.g., training, phone equipment, not personnel or radio consoles). The reserve fund balance is roughly $100,000-$200,000, though an exact figure will be reported at the next meeting. - Resignation and Reorganization: The board accepted the resignation of Secretary Katie Hall, effective immediately, to facilitate a transition to an independent treasurer and secretary hired from outside the member communities, ensuring clear compensation lines. The Treasurer position has been advertised; one strong candidate (with public sector finance experience) is being interviewed. The Secretary position was just posted. - Leadership Election for 2026: Mayor Paul Jurgen (New Franklin) was elected President, and Mayor-elect Steve Rector (New Franklin) was elected Vice President for 2026. The motion passed unanimously. Outgoing President Mayor Adamson (Green) was thanked for his service. - Potential Consolidation with Norton and Barberton (SwissCom): Discussions have resumed about combining dispatch services with Norton and Barberton, currently separate under SwissCom. A key issue is the computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system: SSCOG uses Tyler Technologies, while the potential partners use Sun Ridge (Sundance). A meeting with chiefs and mayors is scheduled for the following Wednesday (December 18) at New Franklin to further discuss CAD compatibility and potential cost savings. The combined annual budgets would be about $4 million (SSCOG $2.2-2.3M, SwissCom $1.7M). Consolidation could result in significant savings, but local control concerns remain. The board will evaluate personnel and cost implications. - Meeting Cadence for 2026: The board decided to maintain quarterly meetings (next tentatively March 2026), with special meetings called as needed (e.g., for officer appointments). Financial reports will be a regular agenda item starting in 2026. - Tyler CAD System Feedback: A recent meeting raised potential dissatisfaction with Tyler among some county users. Leslie Haman noted that law enforcement has reported issues, though SSCOG's CAD runs well. The CAD Oversight Committee is tracking issue resolution and upgrade impacts. Switching back to Sundance is considered a heavy lift. The board will monitor the situation. Key Outcomes - Approved Resolution 202506 (2026 budget) unanimously. - Approved Resolution 202507 (five-year capital plan) unanimously. - Approved Resolution 202508 (health insurance renewal with Anthem and NFP broker) unanimously. - Accepted resignation of Secretary Katie Hall unanimously. - Elected Mayor Paul Jurgen as President and Mayor-elect Steve Rector as Vice President for 2026 unanimously. - Scheduled a special meeting to interview Treasurer candidate and another meeting on December 18 to discuss CAD with Norton and Barberton. - Directed staff to explore using 911 funds for eligible dispatch expenses (e.g., Vesta phone system) to build the reserve.

The Green City Council met on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 7:10 PM in Council Chambers at 1755 Town Park Blvd., Green, Ohio. All seven council members were present: Barbara Babbitt (Ward 1), CJ Meager (Ward 2), Rick Miller (Ward 3), Council President Jeff Noble (Ward 4), Vice President Justin Speight (At-Large), Clark DeVitis (At-Large), and Gerard Neugebauer (At-Large). The meeting marked the final session for outgoing councilmembers Babbitt and Miller and included a series of third-reading votes on contracts and appropriations, committee reports, and the mayor's report. Council President Noble called the meeting to order at 7:10 PM (agenda listed 7:00 PM). Consent Calendar - TMP-5185 — Approval of the November 10, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes: Approved by roll call vote (6 ayes: DeVitis, Noble, Babbitt, Neugebauer, Speight, and Miller). Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public addressed Council during the Public Report portion of the agenda. Reading of Correspondence - TMP-5187 — Planning Department November 2025 Monthly Financial Summary: Read into the record by the Clerk of Council. Committee Reports & Legislation Finance (Neugebauer, DeVitis, Meager): - 2025-R50AA — 2026 Capital Budget Appropriation (amended, emergency): Passed 6-1. Councilman Neugebauer cast the sole dissenting vote and explained his position at length. He stated he does not oppose the entire capital budget, but expressed concern that significant spending is putting the city into debt through the CORE, which limits how remaining capital funds can be used. He stated that he believes the city is not using its parks capital budget to serve all residents of Green as it should, noting that residents in the Mystic Point area walk through a park (located just outside his ward) to reach Uniontown Park's playground. He acknowledged he voted for the two spending measures referenced, but is concerned about their combined effect on the rest of the budget. - 2025-R51 — Municipal engineering services contract with Environmental Design Group LLC (January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2028): Passed with 6 ayes. Discussion occurred at the prior two meetings with no new discussion at this meeting; the committee brought it to a vote. - 2025-R52AA — Contracts with planning, architecture, historic preservation, landscape architecture, and surveying firms for professional services: Passed 7-0. No new discussion was raised. - 2025-R61 — Environmental Design Group agreement for site improvement plans for Cleckner Park (with appropriation): Passed with 6 ayes. Councilman Neugebauer recused himself from discussion and the vote on this item. - During discussion of parks-related spending, it was noted that the administration chose a pre-fabricated restroom facility providing four family-style restrooms at Creek Baum Park, rather than the brick-and-mortar buildings typically constructed by the city in the past. Public Safety (Babbitt, Miller, DeVitis): - TMP-5186 — Kittle's Brick Oven liquor license LLC ownership change (3700 Maslin Road): Approved; the committee reported the change was a name change on LLC documents only. - The committee also reported that Summit County Sheriff's Officers who serve Green will now report, conduct roll call, and maintain offices in Green. Rules & Personnel (Noble, Babbitt, Miller): - 2025-15A — Amended Civil Service Commission Rules: Passed on third reading with all members in favor; the administration requested the legislation become effective immediately after passage (emergency clause approved). The changes address two areas: (1) upgrading rules to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act requirements and be considerate of persons with disabilities, and (2) giving city directors additional flexibility. - Council's 2026 Board/Commission appointments and the Mayor's appointments to various boards were approved by unanimous roll call votes, including Matt Glasner to the Design Review Board. Other Committees: - The Planning, Community & Economic Development committee noted that a public hearing on the Greensburg Meadow Rezoning was held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. - Transportation, Connectivity & Storm Water and Intergovernmental & Utilities committees reported items on second reading with passage requested. Mayor's Report - The Mayor extended special thanks to Santa, his team, and all city employees and volunteers for making Christmas at Central Park a magical event for Green families. - Additional sponsors were recognized: Ariel Corporation (Freedom Fest) and Evans Insurance (pickleball tournament sponsorship). - City offices will be closed December 25, 26, and January 1. - There will be no council meeting on December 23, 2025 (the Tuesday before Christmas). The next meeting will be the organizational meeting in early January, where newly elected council members will be sworn in and council leadership will be elected; the council president election was noted for January 5. Farewell Remarks & Unfinished Business - Council President Noble presented outgoing council members Barb Babbitt (Ward 1) and Rick Miller (Ward 3). - Councilman Miller delivered farewell remarks. He said it was an honor to be placed in the position by people who knew what the role required, and recounted that during his re-election campaign, some voters said they would not vote for him because he was originally appointed rather than elected. He took pride in the appointment despite that. He humorously noted he sat between a former mayor and the law director, who could "elbow" him when he said the wrong thing. He encouraged community members watching to visit council meetings periodically or regularly. He then moved to adjourn. Key Outcomes - 2026 capital budget resolution (2025-R50AA) passed 6-1, with Councilman Neugebauer's dissent recorded and explained. - Municipal engineering services contract (2025-R51) passed with 6 ayes. - Professional services contracts (2025-R52AA) passed 7-0. - Cleckner Park site improvement planning agreement (2025-R61) passed with 6 ayes; Neugebauer recused. - Amended Civil Service Commission Rules (2025-15A) passed unanimously with an emergency clause making it effective immediately. - Kittle's Brick Oven liquor license ownership change (TMP-5186) approved. - No council meeting on December 23, 2025; the next meeting is the January 2026 organizational meeting, including new member swearing-in and election of the council president on January 5.