The Maumee, Ohio City Council held its regular meeting on November 2, 2026, at 6:15 PM. The meeting included routine approvals, a rezoning first reading, committee updates, and public comments. Consent Calendar - Police Vehicle Purchase: Approved the purchase of five new marked Ford Interceptor police vehicles with upfitting for an amount not to exceed $378,168.65. The five 2022 Ford Interceptors currently in service were declared surplus to be sold on GovDeals. Council discussed the history of the vehicle leasing program, with the Mayor confirming this purchase was part of the planned 2026 budget replacement cycle. - Architectural Committee Appointment: Approved the appointment of Dan Arnold as an alternate representative for the Arrowhead Architectural Committee. Discussion Items - Council Rules Update: The Council reviewed proposed updates to the City Council rules, which were revised by the Law Director. It was stated the changes were not dramatic. Further discussion between the Council President and the Mayor is expected. - Rezoning First Reading (1421 Picadilly Lane): The Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 048-2026 to rezone 1421 Picadilly Lane from C-2 General Commercial to R-4 Multifamily Residential. The Urban Planning Manager (Dana) explained the applicant, Fairfield Homes of Lancaster, Ohio, intends to retain ownership. The zone change is contingent on the project receiving state subsidies. The current owner, Cornerstone Church, will transfer the property upon zoning approval. - StandTech Rate Study: Councilman Kurt raised resident concerns about a circulating document related to the StandTech water and sewer rate study. The Mayor clarified it was an early progress update, not the final draft. A special meeting will be scheduled for a full presentation when the report is finalized. Public Comments & Testimony - Karen Youth (Carney Drive): Expressed confusion over a discrepancy between her water meter readings and her water bill. The Mayor reviewed her bill and offered to speak with her after the meeting. - Sarah: Requested an update on the Lucas County Bear Allen's camping event. The Mayor stated no update was available at this time. - Jerry Shunk (Key Street): Praised the Witches Night Out event and encouraged the City to host more regular community events, similar to Sylvania, to draw visitors to Uptown Maumee. Key Outcomes - Routine Approvals: Petitions and Communications were accepted and placed on file. The meeting agenda was adopted unanimously. - Meeting Minutes Approved: The regular meeting minutes of October 19, 2026, and the special meeting minutes of October 27, 2026, were approved. One council member initially sought to abstain from the special meeting minutes, but the Law Director clarified abstention was not required under Robert's Rules of Order. - Rezoning Vote: The first reading of Ordinance 048-2026 passed unanimously. A second reading will be required for final adoption. - Community Updates: Council members shared updates on local sports teams, the upcoming election, the high school play "Radium Girls" (November 13-15), and the ProMedica ER/Urgent Care five-year anniversary. - Consent Calendar Vote: The consent calendar items, including the police vehicle purchase and architectural committee appointment, passed unanimously.
