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Brecksville City Council Regular Meeting - February 3, 2026

City Council — Tuesday, February 3, 2026
BodyBrecksville, Ohio
SessionCity Council
DateTuesday, February 3, 2026
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Speaker 1

0:42

Tammy, can you take the roll, please?

Speaker 2

0:45

Fender?

0:45

Here.

0:46

Caruso.

Speaker 1

0:47

Here.

Speaker 2

0:47

Canum.

0:48

Jansen.

0:49

Kat Key.

0:50

Savage here.

0:51

Sucky.

Speaker 1

0:52

Thank you.

0:54

First up, we have a proclamation this evening for Mr.

0:58

Hasman, who's uh been of great service to the city for a number of years, and uh we thank him for that, and I'll turn it over to Mayor Kingston.

Speaker 3

1:05

Okay, thank you, Mr.

1:06

President.

1:07

Um thank you, Bob, for coming in and letting and letting me embarrass you a little bit.

1:12

Um I will I'll just start reading this because everything is uh self-explanatory.

1:20

Whereas Mayor Daryl Kingston and the members of Brexville City Council wish to thank and honor Robert J.

1:27

Hasman, who has retired from his position as vice chairman of the Brexville Board of Zoning Appeals.

1:33

And whereas Bob has called Brexville, has adopted home since 1986 and has devoted more than 12 years of dedicated service to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

1:43

Bob has consistently proven to be unwavering in principle when it comes to upholding rules, regulation, and the public trust.

2:03

And whereas Bob enjoyed a distinguished professional career, spending more than 30 years at Key Corp, formerly Society Bank, where he rose to the level of senior executive in the human resources division, an achievement worthy of special recognition.

2:17

He also became a licensed investment securities registered representative with Vantage Financial Group.

2:23

And not content to slow down, Bob ended his professional journey at Squire Pet and Bob's, one of the world's most prestigious law firms as global director of compensation and benefits.

2:35

Whereas in his personal time, Bob has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to service and civics civic engagement.

2:43

He has contributed contributed his talents through participation in community theater productions, volunteered his time reading print media for the Cleveland Site Center, and worked with the Habitat for Humanity.

2:56

He has also served extended tenures on committees and boards for numerous professional and nonprofit organizations, including the Leukemia Society, the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and Cornucopia, an organization providing vocational training for individuals with disabilities.

3:14

In addition, Bob has dedicated more than 20 years to leadership roles within the Compass South and Windward Hills Condominium Association.

3:23

And whereas Bob's greatest pride in his family, his wife Jan, their dog Henry, and their two accomplished sons, Michael and Bobby, and grandchildren Michael, Maria, Matthew, Monica, and Abigail.

3:37

He is a devoted brother to Glenn and Bonnie, all who have enjoyed reading the six children books that Bob has authored.

3:45

Now therefore, I Darrell Kingston, mayor of the City of Brexville, do hereby recognize, honor, and extend heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to Robert J.

3:54

Hasman for his exemplary service and lasting contribution to the Brexitville Board of Zoning Appeals and the community at large.

4:31

Actually, if you want to say a few words, Bob, well,

Speaker 4

4:34

let me just say that it's been a privilege and an honor to serve.

4:46

Not only do you get to your community, but you get back.

4:49

And uh made a big impression on me.

4:53

And uh he wasn't wrong.

4:56

I love working with the people that I did.

Unassigned speaker

4:58

I think that this uh community is very well organized.

Speaker 4

5:01

Our board is only deals in particular was uh very very well run and organized.

5:08

Uh and uh it was uh it was a privilege to be a part of that.

5:12

I'll tell you one thing that I did learn though is uh the city of Brexville is very sprawling.

5:18

There are many, many uh avenues and roadways and developments and so on that you wouldn't know if you didn't have to go about uh looking at the seven or eight different uh properties that people were appealing for changes uh each and every month.

5:34

Uh so it was very interesting to see about uh how our community has grown.

5:40

Uh it's been uh it's been a wonderful experience, and uh I thank you all very much for giving me this opportunity.

6:16

I have some ideas clean and ice feel goods for change.

6:20

Yeah, for a change.

6:22

Good in the set of somebody stomping on our heads

Unassigned speaker

6:29

and

Speaker 1

6:29

Bob, you're welcome to stay for the whole meeting, but don't feel like you have to.

Speaker 4

6:36

Good time.

6:37

Thanks again.

6:39

Thanks, Bob.

6:39

Thank you for all you're done.

6:43

This is a great meeting.

6:46

So thank you, Bob.

6:47

Thanks.

6:47

Good night.

Speaker 3

6:48

Good night.

Speaker 1

6:52

So next up we have um the minutes from our January 20th, 2022 meeting.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Planning And Zoning████████████████18%
Public Safety███████8%
Community Engagement██████7%
Arts And Culture█████6%
Parks and Recreation████5%
Economic Development███4%
Summary of Proceedings

Brecksville City Council Regular Meeting - February 3, 2026

The Brecksville City Council held a regular meeting on February 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM in the Ralph W. Biggs Council Chambers, adjourning at 8:25 PM. The meeting included a proclamation, approval of minutes, several routine consent resolutions and ordinances, committee reports with approvals, and reports from department directors. All votes were unanimous with noted abstentions.

Proclamation

  • Mayor Kingston and Council presented a proclamation to Robert J. Hasman for his 12 years of service on the Board of Zoning Appeals. Hasman was recognized for his professional career as a senior executive at KeyCorp, his roles at Vantage Financial Group and Squire Patton Boggs, and extensive volunteer work. Hasman thanked the city, stating the community is "very well run and organized."

Consent Calendar

All items passed with 7-0 votes except where noted:

  • Minutes (Jan. 20, 2026) – Approved 5-0-2 (Council members Bender and Savage abstained).
  • Resolution 5755 – Authorized a Facilities Use Agreement for Old Town Hall, Garage Workshop, and Blossom Building #5 second floor with Brecksville Theater.
  • Resolution 5762 – Authorized a then-and-now certificate for payment to Ray Fog Building Methods regarding a building department deposit.
  • Resolution 5763 – Authorized a then-and-now certificate for payment of electricity costs to The Illuminating Company for 2025.
  • Resolution 5764 – Authorized acceptance of 2026 NOPEC Energized Community Grant(s).
  • Resolution 5765 – Accepted GPD Group's proposal for construction design plans for the Brecksville Road Resurfacing (CUY-SR 021 00.82 Project).
  • Ordinance 5847 (listed as 5845 on agenda; corrected to avoid duplication) – Authorized a Job Creation Incentive Agreement with CSA America Testing & Certification LLC.
  • Ordinance 5846 – Authorized purchase of a Stryker Power Cot and a LUCAS 3 chest compression system for the Fire Department.

Planning Commission Actions

Council President Caruso reported two items for First Energy at 6896 Miller Road, both approved 7-0:

  • Lot split of the 11.6-acre parcel into two parcels along the existing building (Lot 1 for affiliate, Lot 2 for Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company).
  • Site alterations and parking improvements for the First Energy Northern Region Headquarters, contingent on City Engineer approval.
  • The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

Other Committee Reports

  • Safety & Service (Jantzen): Approved purchase requisitions: $7,416.25 for First Due reporting software for Fire Department and $9,192.00 for radio maintenance for Police and Fire, both via Chagrin Valley Dispatch. (Minutes noted one abstention on the radio maintenance vote; transcript shows all yes.)
  • Buildings & Grounds (Ganim): Approved beer and wine sales at Brecksville Theater for select events under a state liquor permit; approved annual flower purchase of $17,150.10 from Urban Growers.
  • Finance (Bender): Approved payment of monthly professional bills totaling $76,203.66.
  • Board of Zoning Appeals: No items; next meeting February 9 at 7:30 PM.
  • Recreation Commission: Set 2026 calendar (next meeting April 29); will use members as liaisons for seasonal feedback.
  • Human Services Advisory Board: Next meeting February 10 at 3:00 PM.
  • Streets & Sidewalks and Utilities reported no items.

Department Director Reports

  • Human Services (Dr. Paciorek): Announced Conversation with the Mayor on February 25 at 2:00 PM and State of the City on February 26 at 6:30 PM. Kiwanis Empty Bowls benefit on March 3 (tickets $20).
  • Service Director (Kickel): Thanked staff, first responders, Cargill, and Ontario Trucking for work during snow events.
  • No reports from Law, Engineer, Finance, Building, Purchasing, Police, and Fire directors.

Mayor’s Report

Mayor Kingston invited all to the State of the City on February 26.

Key Outcomes

  • All resolutions and ordinances passed unanimously on 7-0 votes.
  • The only non-unanimous vote was the approval of the January 20 minutes (5-0-2).
  • The meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.

Note: The agenda listed Ordinance 5845, but the minutes correct this to Ordinance 5847 because 5845 duplicated a previously approved ordinance.

Meeting Transcript

Tammy, can you take the roll, please? Fender? Here. Caruso. Here. Canum. Jansen. Kat Key. Savage here. Sucky. Thank you. First up, we have a proclamation this evening for Mr. Hasman, who's uh been of great service to the city for a number of years, and uh we thank him for that, and I'll turn it over to Mayor Kingston. Okay, thank you, Mr. President. Um thank you, Bob, for coming in and letting and letting me embarrass you a little bit. Um I will I'll just start reading this because everything is uh self-explanatory. Whereas Mayor Daryl Kingston and the members of Brexville City Council wish to thank and honor Robert J. Hasman, who has retired from his position as vice chairman of the Brexville Board of Zoning Appeals. And whereas Bob has called Brexville, has adopted home since 1986 and has devoted more than 12 years of dedicated service to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Bob has consistently proven to be unwavering in principle when it comes to upholding rules, regulation, and the public trust. And whereas Bob enjoyed a distinguished professional career, spending more than 30 years at Key Corp, formerly Society Bank, where he rose to the level of senior executive in the human resources division, an achievement worthy of special recognition. He also became a licensed investment securities registered representative with Vantage Financial Group. And not content to slow down, Bob ended his professional journey at Squire Pet and Bob's, one of the world's most prestigious law firms as global director of compensation and benefits. Whereas in his personal time, Bob has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to service and civics civic engagement. He has contributed contributed his talents through participation in community theater productions, volunteered his time reading print media for the Cleveland Site Center, and worked with the Habitat for Humanity. He has also served extended tenures on committees and boards for numerous professional and nonprofit organizations, including the Leukemia Society, the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and Cornucopia, an organization providing vocational training for individuals with disabilities. In addition, Bob has dedicated more than 20 years to leadership roles within the Compass South and Windward Hills Condominium Association. And whereas Bob's greatest pride in his family, his wife Jan, their dog Henry, and their two accomplished sons, Michael and Bobby, and grandchildren Michael, Maria, Matthew, Monica, and Abigail. He is a devoted brother to Glenn and Bonnie, all who have enjoyed reading the six children books that Bob has authored. Now therefore, I Darrell Kingston, mayor of the City of Brexville, do hereby recognize, honor, and extend heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to Robert J. Hasman for his exemplary service and lasting contribution to the Brexitville Board of Zoning Appeals and the community at large. Actually, if you want to say a few words, Bob, well, let me just say that it's been a privilege and an honor to serve. Not only do you get to your community, but you get back. And uh made a big impression on me. And uh he wasn't wrong. I love working with the people that I did. I think that this uh community is very well organized. Our board is only deals in particular was uh very very well run and organized. Uh and uh it was uh it was a privilege to be a part of that. I'll tell you one thing that I did learn though is uh the city of Brexville is very sprawling. There are many, many uh avenues and roadways and developments and so on that you wouldn't know if you didn't have to go about uh looking at the seven or eight different uh properties that people were appealing for changes uh each and every month. Uh so it was very interesting to see about uh how our community has grown. Uh it's been uh it's been a wonderful experience, and uh I thank you all very much for giving me this opportunity. I have some ideas clean and ice feel goods for change. Yeah, for a change. Good in the set of somebody stomping on our heads and Bob, you're welcome to stay for the whole meeting, but don't feel like you have to.

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