Public Meetings - Hudson, Ohio

The Hudson City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 7:30 PM in Town Hall, 27 East Main Street. Mayor Jeffrey Anzevino presided with all seven council members present: Council President Bird (Ward 4), Goetz (Ward 1), White (Ward 2), Sutton (Ward 3), and At-Large members Brezovec, D'Eramo, and Weinstein, constituting a quorum. City Manager Sheridan, City Solicitor Pitchford, and Clerk of Council Wheeler were also present. The 57-minute meeting, adjourned at 8:27 PM, covered approval of prior minutes, a mental health awareness proclamation, public comment on two contested development matters, consent agenda approvals, and three pieces of legislation. No executive session was held. Proclamations & Recognitions - Mayor Anzevino read a proclamation recognizing the week of October 5–11, 2026, as Mental Illness Awareness Week and October 10, 2026, as World Mental Health Day, encouraging residents to treat seeking support for mental well-being as a sign of strength and an ongoing part of community life. Consent Calendar - Approved the August 18, 2026 Council Meeting minutes and August 25, 2026 Council Workshop minutes (Legislation 26-0069) by roll call vote. - Suspended the three-reading rule and approved the consent agenda by roll call, including Item A (26-0071) and Item C (26-117), a resolution amending Resolution 25-182 and authorizing the City Manager to increase an existing purchase order with Superior Beverage. - Council President Bird noted that with seven members present, six affirmative votes were required for the suspension of the rules, and that threshold was met. Public Comments & Testimony - A resident's letter expressed concern regarding the proposed settlement related to the development on Ravenna Street, stating the project appeared to be moving forward despite prior rejection by the Planning Commission, City Council, the Board of Zoning Appeals, and the Summit County Court. The letter asked Council to uphold the integrity of the city's development review process and, if the revised plan meets city standards, to evaluate it through the same process as any other proposal. - A representative of Ohio State Fence stated the company was "100% sure" it followed the guidelines set forth by City of Hudson staff, and alleged that Hannon falsified records by deleting a final inspection pass. - A public commenter raised concern about water as a potential unforeseen condition in the Canterbury Meadows project and asked what recourse the city would have if field conditions differ from the plans. - A speaker stated that Ward 3 has special zoning, noted that Council Member Sutton was recused from the matter due to a conflict, and urged the city to stand by what residents have said they want for the community. Another speaker emphasized that the city should not be pushed around and should adhere to citizens' expressed wishes. - One commenter characterized the pending proposal as close to a "fair and workable ordinance" and asked Council to focus on regulating safety and equipment rather than restricting access, noting the police chief had described it as a precautionary measure rather than a response to any incident. Discussion Items - Legislation 26-113: Council voted by roll call to postpone this item to a date certain of October 6, 2026. The motion to postpone carried. - Legislation 26-115: Council Member Brezovec moved to add "and declaring an emergency" to the title and to replace Section 6 with emergency language providing that the City Manager must be able to immediately protect and preserve the life, safety, health, and property of residents, including a provision addressing the vote threshold when only five or six members are present. Council discussed directing the City Manager to remove the directional drilling hold if the legislation passed. Council suspended the three-reading rule, receiving the six required affirmative votes, and passed the ordinance as amended on an emergency basis. - Legislation 26-119: Council suspended the rules and passed the legislation with substituted language dated September 1, 2026, by roll call vote. - Council Member Weinstein reported attending the August 31 Planning Commission special executive meeting, where commission members and the City Solicitor were briefed on the Ravenna Development Settlement. - Council President Bird stated he would withhold comment on the Ravenna matter until the public hearing at the next regular Council meeting on September 15, 2026. - Council Member Brezovec provided an update on the HCTV Advisory Committee, stating its main goal is implementing its charge. - Mayor Anzevino announced a H.O.M.E. event at First and Main on September 3, the first home football game on September 4, and the Community Picnic time-capsule collection. City Manager Sheridan confirmed the city is collecting items at the Community Picnic for the time capsule. - Council members, city staff, school board members, the library, and the park board discussed items of mutual benefit between their organizations. Key Outcomes - Approved the consent agenda, including the August 18 and August 25 meeting minutes, and passed the Superior Beverage purchase order resolution (26-117). - Issued the proclamation for Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 5–11, 2026) and World Mental Health Day (October 10, 2026). - Postponed Legislation 26-113 to October 6, 2026. - Passed Legislation 26-115 with emergency language and Legislation 26-119 with substituted language dated September 1, 2026. - Public hearing on the Ravenna matter scheduled for the next regular Council meeting on September 15, 2026. - No executive session was held; staff and the Solicitor advised there were no topics requiring discussion. - Per the agenda, the City's response to the Ohio Division of Liquor Legislative Authority dated August 7, 2026, must be postmarked no later than September 5, 2026.

The Planning Commission held a special meeting on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 8:00 PM in Town Hall, with the sole stated purpose of convening an executive session to discuss pending litigation pertaining to Commission business. The meeting was called to order with a quorum of six members. Vice Chair Jessie Obert raised a recusal question regarding her previous representation of the applicant, which had since ended; counsel advised her to recuse out of caution due to the ongoing case, and she abstained from the vote to enter executive session. The Commission voted 5–0 (with Obert abstaining) to enter executive session, inviting City Solicitor Marshall Pitchford. After the closed session, the Commission promptly adjourned. Discussion Items - Recusal Inquiry: Commissioner Obert disclosed that her contract with the applicant had terminated but asked whether she needed to recuse for this meeting. Legal counsel recommended she recuse because the litigation was still ongoing and the case had previously raised concerns, and she agreed to follow that advice. - Executive Session Motion: The Commission moved to enter executive session under Ohio Revised Code §121.22 to discuss pending court action and litigation related to Planning Commission business. The motion specified that only present members and City Solicitor Marshall Pitchford would be invited; a suggestion to also include Mr. Thomas was declined. Key Outcomes - Vote to Enter Executive Session: 5 in favor, 0 against, 1 abstention (Commissioner Obert abstained). Members voting yes: Innamorato, McCoy, Nystrom, Romano, Norman. - Executive Session Conducted: The Commission retired to the rear chambers with City Solicitor Pitchford. No other business was discussed in open session. - Adjournment: After the executive session concluded, a motion to adjourn was made by Commissioner Romano and carried without further vote.

The Hudson City Council held a workshop on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall, 27 East Main Street, called to order by Mayor Anzevino and led by President of Council Bird. The agenda featured the 2025 excess General Fund carryover balance, proposed legislation for the September 1, 2026 Council meeting, engineering standards, a liquor-license notice, and a proposed settlement in the Catterbury Meadows lawsuit. The workshop adjourned at 9:04 p.m. with no formal votes taken. Council Comments & Correspondence - Council Member Weinstein reported on the August 24 Planning Commission meeting and the August 20 Zoning & Building Appeals meeting. - Council Member Brezovec reported on the August 24 Park Board meeting and read a letter about the sidewalk assessment process; Council members noted they had received no resident responses regarding the changes. - A Council member announced that the City will join the Hudson Senior Network on August 26 to cut the ribbon on the new senior transportation van program, which is planned to begin in September. The member also addressed social media questions about parking on the greens, noting the City no longer has use of the Joanne site lot. Discussion Items - Excess General Fund Carryover Balance (26-0061): City Manager Sheridan and Assistant City Manager Knoblauch presented staff recommendations for the 2025 excess carryover, which is subject to an ordinance requiring that not less than 50% of the excess be spent on infrastructure. Staff noted that two appropriations from the excess already had been made and presented options including a salt barn, sidewalk projects, and stormwater improvements. Stormwater projects are estimated at $2.6 million in 2026 and $2.5 million each in 2027 and 2028. Several Council members expressed a preference to defer major commitments until the 2027–2031 budget process, emphasizing a cautious approach despite revenue running just under 1% above estimate at the end of July, with positive growth in August. Staff agreed to bring a fuller budget picture to Council before final decisions are made. - Proposed Legislation for September 1, 2026: Council reviewed five proposed pieces of legislation, including a resolution amending Resolution 25-182 to increase an existing purchase order with Superior Beverage. An ordinance addressing low-speed vehicle operation drew extended discussion. Members debated separate stickers for vehicles with a maximum speed of 25 mph and whether such vehicles should be permitted to cross or travel on 35 mph streets. One Council member noted that Hudson police records showed no incidents or complaints involving low-speed vehicles in the past year, asking what the legislation was trying to address. Another member stated a preference for giving drivers more freedom and supported an education campaign similar to the e-scooter and e-bike rollout. No consensus was reached; members noted the option of postponing action to a date certain. - Engineering Standards Ordinance (26-115): Council discussed proposed amendments to Chapter 1419 concerning infrastructure construction standards and amending Section 1016.04. One member noted receiving no active resident feedback opposing the changes but reported general concern, with some residents worried that what happened in Twinsburg might happen in Hudson. The discussion indicated no major changes to the legislation were anticipated. - Liquor Notice Resolution (26-0071): Council Member Sutton recused himself and left Council Chambers at 8:59 p.m. before the discussion. The resolution responds to an Ohio Division of Liquor legislative authority letter dated August 7, 2026; the City's response must be postmarked no later than September 5, 2026. A public hearing will be held on the item. - Lawsuit Settlement – Catterbury Meadows (TMP-8844): President Bird read the title and a final statement explaining that, on the advice of attorneys, Council would reserve comment and debate on the proposed settlement of Prestige Builder Group LLC v. City of Hudson until after a public hearing so that all input could be heard. Council discussed scheduling, with a public hearing anticipated around the September 15, 2026 Council meeting; if scheduling falls through, a special meeting could be added before the September 8 workshop. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop. - Council directed staff to continue refining the excess-fund spending plan in the context of the upcoming 2027–2031 budget cycle. - The low-speed vehicle ordinance will receive further consideration; Council discussed postponing action to a date certain if needed. - Council Member Sutton recused from the liquor notice discussion; a public hearing will be scheduled. - Council formally reserved comment on the Prestige Builder Group settlement until after the public hearing. - Mayor Anzevino noted that a proclamation for Jacob Meachem will appear on the September 15, 2026, Council agenda.

The Hudson Planning Commission met on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Town Hall, with Acting Chair Jessie Obert presiding (absent Sarah Norman and Matt Romano). The meeting included approval of previous meeting minutes, public discussion on the Canterbury Crossing settlement proposal, and two new business items: a conditional use and site plan for a daycare center (PC 2026-916) and a site plan review for an 18-unit townhome development (PC 2026-945). The Commission approved the conditional use for the daycare and continued the site plan review to September 14, 2026; the townhome discussion was also continued to the September meeting due to time constraints. Public Comments & Testimony - Melissa Jones of 2233 Ravenna Street, an adjacent property owner to Canterbury Crossing, objected to the proposed settlement agreement that would allow the development to proceed outside the Planning Commission process and the Land Development Code, stating it circumvents public input and the Commission’s role. - Ron Stroble of 24 Owen Brown Street (noted as not having standing) stated he was unaware of the townhome proposal, opposed the three-story massing as incompatible with the historic street, and objected to the proposed ingress/egress on Owen Brown Street, urging access from Morse Road instead. Discussion Items - PC 2026-916 – Daycare Center (Crosslands Companies): A 10,000-square-foot daycare facility on 2.7 acres at the corner of West Streetsboro and Terex Road. The application required both a Conditional Use review and a Major Site Plan review. The Industrial Design Subcommittee had previously reviewed the building design and recommended approval with conditions (corner boards, fabric awnings, monotone sign). Discussion covered stormwater management (including a potential unknown 12-inch HDPE pipe), soil conditions, landscaping, fencing, lighting, traffic impacts, and costs. The applicant (Kim Tatsch of Crosslands, Jeff Jardine of Riverstone, and owner Ryan Kane) addressed concerns about site work, state licensing, and security. The Commission noted the need for more detailed stormwater and engineering plans before approving the site plan. - PC 2026-945 – 18-Unit Townhome Development (Fairmont Properties): A proposed development at 86 Owen Brown Street. The applicant (Adam Fishman and Bryce Hamill of Fairmont, Suzanne Meltzer of RDL Architects) presented a revised plan with three-unit pods, increased open space, and a mix of two- and three-story units. Discussion addressed phasing, site work sequencing, open space requirements, traffic generation, soil conditions (poor fill), and the need for a comprehensive traffic study incorporating the planned Clinton Crossing project. The Commission appreciated the iterative design improvements but noted the need for more information. Key Outcomes - Conditional Use for Daycare Approved: The Commission voted 5-0 to approve the Conditional Use application and accept the Industrial Design Subcommittee's recommendations. The associated Major Site Plan request was continued to the September 14, 2026 meeting for the applicant to provide additional stormwater and engineering details. - Townhome Site Plan Continued: Due to time constraints, the public hearing for the townhome site plan was continued to the September 14, 2026 meeting. The public hearing remains open for future comment. - Minutes Approved: Minutes of the July 13, 2026 Planning Commission meeting (with a grammar correction) and the August 10, 2026 Joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting (with addition of conceptual design discussion) were approved 5-0.

The Hudson City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 7:30 PM at Town Hall, with all seven council members present. The evening included an honorary resolution for a longstanding crossing guard, public comments on the Veterans' Way trail and a property dispute, council comments on upcoming forums, and two pieces of legislation. The meeting recessed for executive session on pending litigation from 8:25 PM to 10:21 PM and adjourned at 10:21 PM. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the August 11, 2026 combined council and workshop meeting (unanimous). - Approved Item 26-0067, acknowledging the timely receipt of the July 2026 Monthly Financial Report, on the consent agenda (unanimous). Public Comments & Testimony - Ron Brubaker (7593 Partridge Meadows Drive East, representing TASC Force) thanked the city for its support of the Veterans' Way trail, noting that Hudson had purchased the Norfolk Southern right-of-way, removed overgrowth, and smoothed the ballast on the 1.16-mile northern section. He encouraged completing the trail faster than the published 2031 date and proposed installing a crushed limestone base layer this winter at an estimated cost of $150,000 to allow early use and identify soft spots. He also suggested future connections to parks and a trailhead with parking at Barlow Road. - Anthony Ravida (1746 Edgar Dr.) spoke about a dispute over a fence located on city right-of-way. He alleged that city staff and the city solicitor had made inappropriate statements and that he had been threatened with jail. He offered to sign a mutual waiver releasing both parties from responsibility. In later council comments, Council President Bird and Mayor Anzevino defended staff actions, emphasized the city’s legal authority over right-of-way, and recommended that Mr. Ravida consider a license agreement similar to one the mayor had used for his own fence. Discussion Items - Honorary Resolution 26-114: Council unanimously adopted a resolution designating the crosswalk at North Hayden Parkway and Victoria Parkway as “Clark Rumiser Corner” and placing a sign. Clark Rumiser served as a crossing guard for 53 years (26 years at that intersection) and passed away on August 4, 2026. Council members, the mayor, the city manager, and the police chief expressed their appreciation. Family members accepted a signed copy of the resolution. - E-Bike/E-Scooter Forum Reminder: Councilor White announced a public forum on August 19 from 6 to 8 PM at Barlow Community Center. Mayor Anzevino recounted a conversation with children who were unsure about e-bike rules, stressing the need for clear regulations that balance safety and freedom for kids. - Short-Term/Long-Term Rental Forum: Councilor Goetz announced a forum on August 31 at 7 PM at Barlow Community Center to discuss potential code changes for short- and long-term rentals. - Councilor Brezovec’s Comments: He reported that concerns about restrictions in District 11 have been identified and placed on a 60-day tracker for resolution. Regarding a recent referendum discussion, he stated that changing the required signature count would require a charter amendment, which is best handled by the next Charter Review Commission (likely not until 2027 unless council funds a special election). - Council President Bird’s Response to Public Comment: He addressed Mr. Ravida’s allegations, stating that the fence is on city right-of-way, that a license agreement is required by law, and that repeated personal attacks on staff are inappropriate. He encouraged Mr. Ravida to work with his own attorney. - City Manager Report: Thomas Sheridan reported that Fire & EMS are now operating 24/7, two weeks ahead of schedule. Phase one renovations (completed at a $2.3 million bid with 10% contingency) are within budget; the next EMS phase is expected to cost about $1 million, well below the original $5 million project estimate. The senior van service will begin September 2, operating Monday, Wednesday, Friday within a six-mile radius of 303 and 91, with two part-time drivers. Excess carryover funds discussion will continue at the next workshop. - Legislation 26-113 (Second Reading): An ordinance amending Chapter 478 (low-speed vehicles, e.g., golf carts/NEVs) and declaring an emergency. The mayor read the title; no vote was taken. The third reading is pending. - Legislation 26-115 (First Reading): An ordinance enacting Section 11 of Chapter 1419 (engineering standards for Horizontal Directional Drilling – HDD) and amending related sections. Councilor Brezovec moved to suspend the rules and pass the ordinance, citing project delays for fiber installation. The motion failed 5-2 (Brezovec, D’Eramo, Goetz, Weinstein, White in favor; Sutton and Bird against), as six votes were required. The ordinance will proceed to a second reading. Key Outcomes - Honorary Resolution 26-114 adopted unanimously. - Consent Agenda approved unanimously (Item 26-0067). - Motion to suspend rules on Ordinance 26-115 failed (5-2); the ordinance remains for two additional readings. - Executive Session entered 6-0-1 (Councilor Sutton abstained) at 8:25 PM to discuss pending litigation. The regular meeting resumed at 10:21 PM, and the meeting was adjourned immediately thereafter.

Note on Date Discrepancy: The agenda and transcript indicate the meeting occurred on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM. However, this summary follows the explicit instruction to use the date 2026-08-13. This discrepancy is noted but not reconciled. This joint workshop of Hudson City Council and the Planning Commission focused on the Clinton Crossing development. Discussions covered community engagement results, the preferred plan, review processes, needed code amendments (particularly for planned developments), and financial considerations. No formal votes were taken, but consensus was reached on proceeding with a city-led concept site plan review and advancing land development code (LDC) amendments for planned developments. Discussion Items - Community Engagement & Preferred Plan: Staff (Greg, Nick, Emily) presented the engagement process: three charrette sessions in June generated 17 concept plans from 120+ residents; a July 1 session narrowed to three plans; a July 22 event with 200+ attendees and 234 surveys ranked preferences. The preferred plan (presented as a working draft) will be the foundation for a single concept plan. It includes single-family homes and townhomes on the north (about 65 units across 17 acres, gross density 4 units/acre), and a boutique hotel (48 rooms) and a reduced-size market hall (15,000 sq ft, down from 20,000) on the south. Duplexes and apartments were dropped due to low community support. Flexible event space, indoor/outdoor dining, grab-and-go food, and green space connections are emphasized. - Review Process: Staff advocated for a city-led concept site plan review (voluntary) to align community vision before a developer application. Two paths for the developer application were discussed: conventional review (multiple steps, possible variances) or planned development (PD) review. Staff and the Planning Commission chair (Mrs. Norman) noted the current PD code is “skeletal” and contradictory, requiring amendments. Council members expressed urgency to prioritize PD code changes for Clinton Crossing over broader density discussions. - Code Challenges: Planning Commission chair highlighted that many proposed uses (market hall, community center, co-working, small theater) are not permitted or require variances/conditional uses under current District 5 zoning. She emphasized that code amendments are necessary to avoid risk of litigation. Council members (Weinstein, Brezovec, D'Eramo) supported amending the code to match community vision, with Weinstein stating “the code should be a mechanism to give us our vision.” - Financial & Developer Selection: Staff outlined financial consultants (Bricker Graydon, Panzica as owner’s rep not bidding, RDL cost estimator, Silverload for economic impact). The city has an $11 million investment in the site, with a 20-year TIF approved by schools. Discussion contrasted RFQ (qualifications-based) vs. RFP (price-based) for developer selection. Several council members favored an RFQ with a conceptual design component to ensure alignment. Staff noted they have not yet brought an RFP/RFQ recommendation to council; that is expected in September. - Architectural Pattern Book: Nick proposed developing an architectural pattern book to ensure design consistency and variety. Examples from Shaker Heights (four styles, architect-designed) were cited. The pattern book would be referenced in architectural design standards. Council members requested examples for review. Key Outcomes - Consensus to Advance Concept Site Plan Review: Council and Planning Commission agreed to proceed with a city-led concept site plan review, with staff to present the preferred plan to the community on August 22, feedback to council on September 8, and a public hearing targeted for the fourth Monday of October. - Direction on PD Code Amendments: Council directed the planning commission subcommittee to bring initial recommendations for LDC amendments focused on: (1) limiting PD districts to specific zones (e.g., D5, D7 overlay, D8 with conditions, D11), (2) revising the purpose statement, and (3) developing guidelines for mid-size PDs (like Clinton Crossing, 20 acres). Council emphasized prioritizing PD amendments for Clinton Crossing over broader density discussions, with a target completion by end of 2026. - Next Steps for Subcommittee: The subcommittee (including Mr. Thomas) will continue work on PD code revisions, with a moratorium option discussed but not enacted. Staff will provide examples of architectural pattern books and further financial feasibility analysis from the consultant team.

The Hudson City Council met at Town Hall, 27 East Main Street, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. All seven council members were present, and the regular meeting was followed by a workshop. The council approved prior minutes, appointed a Tree Commission member, heard public comment on the Clinton Crossing/downtown phase two project, held an executive session, and discussed stormwater improvements, new utility-drilling specifications, and the downtown project. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda included items from the July 28, 2026 council workshop (side-by-side proposed code changes). No separate consent vote is reflected in the record; workshop items were forwarded to the August 18, 2026 meeting. The proposed consent agenda and proposed legislation for August 18—including the July 2026 Financial Report—were also listed for review. Public Comments & Testimony - A speaker who said they are a member of the Park Board expressed gratitude, but opposed the current phase two direction. They cited a market analysis by Silverload Consulting, stated the plan "does not provide even remotely affordable housing for seniors," and said comments on a recent post make clear "this is not what the residents are looking for." They encouraged council to "thoroughly review the past 10 years of extensive work" already done on phase two. Discussion Items - Brandywine Creek Watershed Plan: Staff and GPD Group presented stormwater modeling for the Brandywine Creek watershed. City staff said the area was hit by storms "five times minimum five times the size of a storm of any stormwater pond" the city has, and discussed floodplain-expansion options; no single open-space "silver bullet" project was identified. Councilmember Brezovec asked how the recommended projects fit a roughly $24 million cost and what the timeline would be for new RFPs. Staff noted RDL will keep advancing the plan ahead of community engagement on August 22. - Section 11 HDD Utility Specifications: Following a directional-drilling incident, the city drafted new horizontal directional drilling (HDD) specifications. They would apply to outside agencies and the city's own projects—including Hudson Public Power—for any work in city right-of-way, public easements, or on city property. The city manager stated it would be his desire that "this is the new standard, regardless of what permit was provided." A ballpark from Enbridge/the gas company showed about a 20% increase; staff observed no other Summit County community known to them is going "to this level of effort to ensure safety of our infrastructure and our public." The city manager confirmed he would verify with the city solicitor whether the item could be moved from legislation to consent. - Clinton Crossing / Downtown Phase Two: Staff presented the engagement summary from the July 22 event and the preferred single project. Of the three concepts, two proposed market halls (roughly 10,000 sq ft and 20,000 sq ft). Presenters said they would add descriptive information and imagery by August 22 and hold a large community engagement session on the actual project site that Saturday. The 20-year TIF period with the schools is part of the current financial assumptions. - Financial and Legislative Preview: Through the end of July, the city was tracking "just under one percent above estimate." The July 2026 Financial Report and proposed consent and legislative items were listed for the August 18, 2026 meeting. - Council Comments and Announcements: Councilmember Goetz announced an open forum on short- and long-term rentals on August 31 at 7:00 p.m.; the mayor invited the public to an e-bike forum on August 19, 6:00–8:00 p.m.; City Manager Sheridan announced a Hines Hill Road Railroad Bridge public forum on August 12, 5:00–7:00 p.m. at City Hall, and said fire renovations and 24-7 full-time fire staffing should begin before the end of August. Council President Bird praised the surface material on the DREAM Playground. Key Outcomes - Motion to approve the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes and July 28, 2026 workshop minutes (26-0063) passed 7–0. - Council President Bird's nomination of Paul Stair to the Tree Commission for a full term was approved by roll-call vote. - The regular meeting recessed at approximately 7:58 p.m. for an executive session, then adjourned at about 8:22 p.m. (draft minutes) or 8:23 p.m. (transcript). The workshop began at 8:24 p.m. - The workshop forwarded the honorary street name request and item 26-113 for further consideration at the August 18, 2026 council meeting. No formal workshop votes were taken.

A joint special workshop of Hudson City Council and the Planning Commission was held on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM in City Hall, 1140 Terex Road, to review the Clinton Crossing development plan and the plan review process. The meeting was led by Council President Michael Bird and Planning Commission Chair Sarah Norman, with staff presentations and extensive discussion. Council members present were Dr. Bird, Mr. Brezovec, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, and Dr. Weinstein; Mr. Sutton and Mr. White were absent. All Planning Commission members were present. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 PM. Discussion Items - Clinton Crossing Development Overview: Staff described the ongoing community engagement process, which included 17 initial concept plans generated by 120+ residents during June charrettes, narrowed to three refined plans presented in July, with over 200 residents attending and 234 surveys completed. The preferred plan is being developed and will be presented to the community on August 22, 2026, with a final report to Council on September 8, 2026. - Comprehensive Plan Alignment: City Planner Nick Sugar emphasized that the 2024 Comprehensive Plan guides land uses for the site, which was a focus area. The plan recommends mixed residential and public/semi-public uses. Staff adjusted boundaries based on site constraints (e.g., wetlands) while maintaining acreage split. - Review Process Options: Two review paths were discussed: conventional review and Planned Development (PD) review. Staff recommended the PD review as a better fit, noting it consolidates applications and coordinates between Planning Commission and City Council. There was consensus that the PD code is skeletal and contradictory, requiring amendments. - Community Feedback on Uses: Community Project Planner Emily Fernandez summarized preferences: Plan 1 (with single-family homes, townhomes, duplexes) was preferred for residential; Plan 3 (boutique hotel of 48 rooms, 20,000 sq ft market hall) was preferred for non-residential. Duplexes, quads, and apartments received low public support and are not expected in the final plan. The current draft reduces market hall to 15,000 sq ft, adds flex space, and emphasizes pedestrian/green connections. - Architectural Pattern Book: Staff proposed developing an architectural pattern book to guide design and avoid “cookie-cutter” development. Mrs. Norman noted Shaker Heights used this approach historically. Council requested examples to be distributed. - RFQ/RFP Process: Discussion covered whether to use an RFQ or RFP for developer selection. Greg Hannan noted a decision will be brought to Council in September. Commissioner Innamorato recommended requiring a conceptual design in the RFQ to evaluate developer alignment with community vision. - Financial Considerations: The city has invested $11 million in the site. Staff noted a 20-year TIF (tax increment financing) is in place, and financial viability review will be conducted by Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP. Council member Goetz requested historical data on First & Main’s financial performance for comparison. - Code Issues: Mrs. Norman detailed that “market hall” is not defined or permitted in District 5, and other proposed uses (co-working, flex space, community center) would require variances or conditional use permits. She stressed the need for code amendments and noted the Planning Commission subcommittee has been working on PD language. - Density: Staff noted the preferred plan targets about 65 housing units across 17 acres, a gross density of 4 units per acre, well below current code maximums of 8 units/acre for single-family and 20 for townhomes. Council members expressed varying priorities on addressing city-wide density discussions. Key Outcomes - Consensus to Advance Concept Plan Review: Both City Council and Planning Commission agreed to proceed with the city-led Concept Site Plan Review, with a public hearing targeted for the fourth Monday of October. - Direction on Planned Development Code: Council directed the PD subcommittee to bring forward initial recommendations limiting PD districts (5, 7, 7 Overlay, 8 with conditions, 11) and redrafting the purpose statement, to prioritize Clinton Crossing. Council President Bird emphasized moving quickly on needed code changes. - No Formal Votes: The meeting was a workshop; no formal resolutions were passed. Directions given were advisory and to guide staff and subcommittee work. - Next Steps: Staff will continue community engagement, present the preferred plan on August 22, report to Council on September 8, and distribute architectural pattern book examples. The subcommittee will continue work on PD language with a goal of completing guidelines by the end of 2026.

The Hudson City Council held a workshop on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 7:30 PM at Town Hall. Mayor Anzevino called the meeting to order and turned it over to Council President Bird. Council members present: Michael Bird, Kyle Brezovec, Samantha D'Eramo, Patricia Goetz, Skylar Sutton, and Dan White. Amanda Weinstein was absent. The workshop covered seven discussion items, including environmental committee priorities, emergency communications, temporary special events, food truck regulations, low-speed vehicle ordinances, the Clinton Crossing project, and the use of excess General Fund carryover balance. No consent agenda was proposed. The workshop adjourned at 10:07 PM. Correspondence and Council Comments - Councilwoman D'Eramo announced an e-bike public forum on August 19, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Barlow Community Center. She also noted resident concerns about an incident over the weekend at Onyx and said the City is continuing to investigate to ensure safety. - Councilman White reported that the Art and Wine Festival was well attended and thanked city staff for repair work on SR 303. - Councilman Brezovec thanked organizations for the busy Saturday, including Touch a Truck, the Farmers Market, the Art and Wine Festival, and Music on the Green. - Mayor Anzevino highlighted upcoming events: the Mayor's Association annual meeting (July 31), Friends of Hudson Parks' Pack the Pond (August 3), Hudson-Landsberg Biergarten (August 7-8), and the DREAM Playground ribbon cutting (August 9). He also noted that Council will be in recess the week of August 4, with the next meeting on August 11. - President Bird reported receiving multiple resident complaints about utility flags and mounds of dirt from fiber work, and asked staff to look into removing flags and restoring yards. Discussion Items 26-0056 Environmental Awareness Committee Priorities - Dr. Joseph Ortiz (Chair) and Alexander Salimian (Vice Chair) presented four prioritized items: a joint meeting with Stow and Twinsburg environmental committees, a cooking oil disposal program, a school recycling education program (e.g., a skit by high school students at elementary schools), and a vendor fair (reviving the former "Green on the Green" concept, likely in spring 2027). They also noted ongoing workshops on composting, rain barrels, and other topics, and a land management white paper. - Council feedback encouraged adding measurable SMART goals, using categories like recycling and renewables, and considering a "library of things" for energy efficiency tools. Council expressed support for proceeding with the four items. 26-0057 Communications Update - Kathleen Sullivan (Communications Manager) presented the Crisis Communication Plan, detailing the incident command structure, notification tools (Code Red with reverse 911, social media), and the importance of accurate, timely information. - Chief Varnes described the fire department's role in the Twinsburg Township gas explosion (August 7? Actually July?) – the incident occurred outside Hudson; four homes in Hudson had physical damage, eight total affected by debris. He noted that Hudson was mutual aid and not incident command, so no Code Red was sent. Chief Tabak discussed the July Ohio State Highway Patrol pursuit that ended in a shootout and carjacking; he sent a detailed memo the next morning. - Council members expressed disappointment that residents were not better informed during the Twinsburg incident and urged improved coordination with neighboring communities and faster use of Code Red for alerts. They also emphasized the need for post-event “all clear” communications. - Jenna Stasik (Community Relations Manager) reviewed event communications improvements: adding message boards, drones with audio, 800 MHz radios for internal communication, and establishing a command center for large events. She also noted the possibility of relocating the fireworks display from Barlow Farm Park to either Veterans Way Park or a school site, pending safety evaluation. - Recommendations discussed: expanding Code Red access to more police personnel, developing pre-written scripts, and exploring a better non-emergency notification platform (e.g., replacing the clunky “Notify Me” system). 26-0058 Temporary Special Events - Jenna Stasik reported that the special event ordinance (Chapter 872) hasn't been updated since 2016. Proposed updates include aligning with 2025 fire codes, creating a risk assessment matrix (low/medium/high), and clarifying requirements for event organizers. She will bring final recommendations in fall 2026. Upcoming events were mentioned: First Street alleyway mural, Gray’s on the Greens food truck lunches, 9/11 stair climb, and a Turkey Trot. 26-0059 Food Trucks - Jenna Stasik stated that the food truck ordinance (Chapter 874) is outdated and needs revision. Issues include unpermitted trucks operating in residential neighborhoods and church parking lots. Staff will work with fire and police to update regulations and return with recommendations in fall. A resident concern was raised about a food truck in a church parking lot not part of an event; current code likely prohibits that. 26-0060 (TMP-8586) Low-Speed Vehicle Ordinance (Chapter 478) - Chief Tabak provided background: Ordinance 25-119 (passed 2025) established minimum state standards for low-speed, under-speed, utility vehicles, and mini trucks. Since then, increased interest and safety concerns (e.g., children without restraints, vehicles on state routes) prompted proposed amendments. - Proposed changes include: prohibiting under-speed vehicles (max 15 mph) on all public roads; restricting low-speed vehicles (max 25 mph) to roads with speed limit ≤25 mph; restricting utility vehicles and mini trucks to roads ≤35 mph, with possible allowance for crossing higher-speed intersections. Universal rules: no operation after 9 PM, seat belts required, VIN required (no homemade), and child safety restraints mandated. A one-time inspection and sticker by Hudson PD would be required. - Council discussed state route prohibitions, potential conflict with state funding, and comparisons to e-bikes and horse-drawn buggies. Councilman Sutton argued against full bans on state routes for utility/mini trucks because they are plated and pay road taxes. Councilman Brezovec noted similarities with e-bikes. A DORA ban was discussed but not decided. The ordinance was forwarded for a first reading on August 11, 2026, with an updated side-by-side document and speed map to be provided. 26-0060 Clinton Crossing Update - Greg Hannan (Community Development Director) reported on recent community engagement: June charette (125 residents, 17 small groups), July 1 open house (120+ attendees), and July 22 site session (200+ attendees). Results from surveys (over 150 completed, open until August 3) show strong support for smaller single-family homes and limited support for townhomes; minimal support for a 40,000 sq ft grocery store; support for a hotel, market hall, flex community space, and community center. Councilman White raised concern that the grocery option might be seen as Heinens moving, but that wasn't clearly communicated. The design team will develop a single preferred plan for an August 22 community session. Additional amenities (recreation center, senior center, dog park) may be considered during budgeting. Timeline: joint PC/Council session August 10, Council update August 11, PC concept plan review in September/October, developer RFQ/RFP by year-end. 26-0061 Excess General Fund Carryover Balance - Jeff Knoblauch (Assistant City Manager) explained that the 2024 excess carryover (over 40% target) was $3.3 million. Per Ordinance 24-152, at least 50% must be spent on infrastructure. Already $593,000 was used for the inclusive playground, leaving $1,062,000 needed to meet the threshold. Staff provided a list of possible uses: 15 additional street resurfacing segments (based on PCI ratings), safety equipment (message boards, drone, grapple truck), and connectivity projects. Councilman Sutton argued the original intent was for truly unfunded projects, not just accelerating already-planned ones. Council discussed Barlow Road sidewalk (project 1, $2.3 million) and Stowe Road sidewalk (unfunded, $570,000). Staff will compile a list of all unfunded projects and explore splitting the Barlow sidewalk. Council also considered using funds to offset increased fiber project costs due to new requirements, and the need for a clear definition of infrastructure. No final decision; discussion will continue. Key Outcomes - The Environmental Awareness Committee’s four proposed actions were supported by council to proceed. - For communications, staff will expand Code Red access, improve post-event notifications, and explore a better non-emergency platform. The Police and Fire Chiefs will work on cross-border coordination. - Temporary special events and food truck ordinance revisions will be brought back in fall 2026 after further work with fire and police. - The low-speed vehicle ordinance (TMP-8586) was forwarded for a first reading at the August 11, 2026 council meeting, with updated documentation and a speed map to be attached. - The Clinton Crossing project will continue with a preferred plan to be presented at an August 22 community session, followed by Planning Commission and Council reviews. - No final decision was made on the excess carryover balance; staff will provide a list of unfunded projects and a definition of infrastructure for further discussion at a future meeting.