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Hudson City Council Regular Meeting - April 21, 2026

City Council — Tuesday, April 21, 2026
BodyHudson, Ohio
SessionCity Council
DateTuesday, April 21, 2026
StatusFILED
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0:10

I'd like to call this meeting to order.

0:12

This is a duly noticed regular meeting of the Hudson City Council held in accordance with the sunshine laws of the state of Ohio, Section 121.22 and the City of Hudson Charter, Article 3, Section 3.02 for Tuesday, April 21st, 2026.

0:28

It is 7 30 p.m.

0:30

We'd like to take a quick moment and welcome everyone who is here tonight, as well as those who may be watching remotely via the HCTV video feed.

0:38

We'll close section one and move on to section two, which is the Pledge of Allegiance.

0:42

Will you please stand and join me?

0:55

One thank you, everyone.

1:06

We'll move on to section three on our agenda tonight, which is the roll call.

1:10

Mrs.

1:10

Wheeler, will you please call the roll?

1:12

Dr.

1:12

Byrd.

1:13

Here.

1:13

Mr.

1:13

Brezeback?

1:14

Mr.

1:15

Ramo.

1:15

Here.

1:16

Dr.

1:16

Getz.

1:16

Here, Mr.

1:17

Sutton.

1:17

Here.

1:18

Dr.

1:18

Weinstein?

1:19

Here.

1:19

Mr.

1:19

White.

1:20

Here.

1:21

Thank you, Mrs.

1:21

Wheeler.

1:22

We do have a quorum tonight with all seven members of council present.

1:26

We'll close section three and move on to section four, approval of the minutes.

1:32

Item A is number 26-0026.

1:35

This will include the April 7th, 2026 Council meeting minutes, and the April 14th, 2026 Council workshop minutes.

1:46

Do we have a motion from Council to approve the minutes as provided?

1:50

I move we approve the minutes as provided.

1:53

Thank you, Councillor Brezovic.

1:54

Do we have a second?

1:55

Second.

1:56

Thank you, Council President Byrd.

1:58

Is there any discussion on the minutes as provided?

2:03

Seeing none, Mrs.

2:04

Wheeler, will you please roll call a vote?

2:05

Dr.

2:06

Byrd?

2:06

Yes.

2:06

Mr.

2:07

Brezovak?

2:07

Yes.

2:08

Mr.

2:08

Ramo?

2:08

Yes.

2:09

Dr.

2:09

Getz?

2:09

Yes.

2:10

Mr.

2:10

Sutton.

2:11

Yes.

2:11

Dr.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Public Engagement██████████████14%
Parks and Recreation████████████12%
Youth Programs████████8%
Community Engagement████████8%
Public Service Recognition█████5%
Planned Development█████5%
Public Records█████5%
Historic Preservation████4%
Summary of Proceedings

Hudson City Council Regular Meeting - April 21, 2026

The Hudson City Council met on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Town Hall, with all seven members present. The meeting included several proclamations, public comments on a proposed ice rink and the Clinton Crossing development, approval of the consent agenda, and adoption of two pieces of legislation on third reading. The meeting adjourned at 8:35 PM.

Proclamations

  • Lemonade Day (May 2-3, 2026): Mayor Anzevino proclaimed May 2-3, 2026 as Lemonade Day in Hudson, recognizing Seton Catholic School students for their participation in the national entrepreneurial program. Students from Seton Catholic School accepted the proclamation and described the program's business education components.
  • Public Service Recognition Week (May 3-9, 2026): The Mayor proclaimed the week of May 3-9, 2026 as Public Service Recognition Week. City staff were praised by council members and City Manager Sheridan. Assistant Finance Director Margaret Tussey accepted the proclamation.
  • Arbor Day (April 24, 2026): The Mayor proclaimed April 24, 2026 as Arbor Day in Hudson, highlighting the environmental and economic benefits of trees. City Manager Sheridan accepted the proclamation. A tree planting ceremony is scheduled for April 24 at 10 AM at the police station.
  • Western Reserve Academy 200th Anniversary: The Mayor recognized Western Reserve Academy's 200th anniversary with a formal proclamation. Head of School Suzanne Walker Buck accepted and expressed commitment to partnership with the community.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Karin Eisenhardt (150 Sunset Dr.) and Russell Dise spoke in favor of an indoor ice rink/sports complex. Mr. Dise described his experience developing a public-private partnership for a sportsplex in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and suggested the Terex building as a potential site.
  • Sean Tobin (127 Boston Mills Rd.) voiced support for an ice arena, noting that the nearest rinks are 30 minutes away and the Hudson High School team currently practices in Kent.
  • Brandon Grote (4024 Deacon Court) also supported an ice rink, stating that over 175 kids participate in hockey through the Tri-County Heights Hockey Association, but their spending occurs outside Hudson.
  • Tracey Corpus (7200 Valley View Rd.) spoke in support of the Clinton Crossing development and urged considerations for remote work trends, quaint residential housing, and swapping the locations of a proposed food hall and a larger Heinen's grocery store. She provided a book titled "Pocket Neighborhoods" as a reference.
  • Anthony Ravida (1746 Edgar Dr.) alleged misconduct by City staff and City Solicitor Pitchford, claiming a violation of his rights related to a fencing permit and subsequent legal actions. He stated that the City had spent $50,000 on legal fees concerning his case.

Consent Calendar

All items on the consent agenda were approved unanimously (7-0) after suspension of the rules:

  • 26-0031: Acknowledgment of the March 2026 monthly financial report.
  • 26-65: Ordinance adopting the City's federal funds and grant policies (recommended by the Ohio Auditor of State).
  • 26-66: Ordinance amending the 2026 budget for additional and amended appropriations.
  • 26-67: Resolution affirming the City Manager's application to the State of Ohio's Biennial Capital Budget for three projects.
  • 26-68: Resolution affirming the application to the Ohio Department of Public Safety for a $4,000 Priority One and Supplemental Grant for EMS equipment.
  • 26-69: Resolution authorizing a three-year contract with Vetro, Inc. for fiber mapping software at no price increase, declaring an emergency.

Discussion Items & Legislation

  • 26-51 (Third Reading): Ordinance amending Chapter 1446 (Street Banners). Adopted on third reading by a vote of 7-0.
  • 26-53 (Third Reading): Resolution authorizing a contract with RDL Architects for the Clinton Crossing Downtown Development Concept Site Plan, declaring an emergency. Councilor Weinstein expressed hope for community-driven planning. Adopted by a vote of 7-0.
  • 26-64 (Second Reading): Ordinance allowing the Clerk of Council to correct scrivener's errors. Mayor Anzevino read the title for second reading; no vote taken.
  • 26-70 (First Reading): Ordinance repealing Chapter 226 (Campaign Finance Limits). First reading; no vote.
  • 26-71 (First Reading): Ordinance amending rules for introducing legislation after Workshop consideration. City Solicitor Pitchford explained that the proposal would abolish the current four-member requirement and lower it to two members. A revised draft will be presented at the April 28th Workshop. First reading; no vote.
  • 26-72 (First Reading): Ordinance creating Chapter 216 (Public Records) under Home Rule Authority, to protect crime victims' and minors' identities. First reading; no vote.
  • 26-73 (First Reading): Resolution establishing a policy for accepting nonprofit donations for public projects. First reading; no vote.

Key Outcomes

  • Four proclamations were officially issued by the Mayor.
  • The consent agenda was approved unanimously (7-0), including adoption of federal grant policies, budget amendment, and grant applications.
  • Ordinance No. 26-51 (Street Banners) was adopted on third reading (7-0).
  • Resolution No. 26-53 (RDL Architects contract for Clinton Crossing concept plan) was adopted on third reading with an emergency clause (7-0).
  • Legislation items 26-64, 26-70, 26-71, 26-72, and 26-73 received their first or second readings and will return for further action.

Meeting Transcript

I'd like to call this meeting to order. This is a duly noticed regular meeting of the Hudson City Council held in accordance with the sunshine laws of the state of Ohio, Section 121.22 and the City of Hudson Charter, Article 3, Section 3.02 for Tuesday, April 21st, 2026. It is 7 30 p.m. We'd like to take a quick moment and welcome everyone who is here tonight, as well as those who may be watching remotely via the HCTV video feed. We'll close section one and move on to section two, which is the Pledge of Allegiance. Will you please stand and join me? One thank you, everyone. We'll move on to section three on our agenda tonight, which is the roll call. Mrs. Wheeler, will you please call the roll? Dr. Byrd. Here. Mr. Brezeback? Mr. Ramo. Here. Dr. Getz. Here, Mr. Sutton. Here. Dr. Weinstein? Here. Mr. White. Here. Thank you, Mrs. Wheeler. We do have a quorum tonight with all seven members of council present. We'll close section three and move on to section four, approval of the minutes. Item A is number 26-0026. This will include the April 7th, 2026 Council meeting minutes, and the April 14th, 2026 Council workshop minutes. Do we have a motion from Council to approve the minutes as provided? I move we approve the minutes as provided. Thank you, Councillor Brezovic. Do we have a second? Second. Thank you, Council President Byrd. Is there any discussion on the minutes as provided? Seeing none, Mrs. Wheeler, will you please roll call a vote? Dr. Byrd? Yes. Mr. Brezovak? Yes.

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