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City Council Mtg 07.13.2026
Published: Jul 13, 2026
City Council Adopts 2027 Tax Budget, Advances Budget Amendment Ordinance
The City Council reviewed and advanced ordinances related to the city's budget and financial planning. Ordinance 76-26, the tax budget for 2027, was adopted after a summary presentation by the Finance Director, outlining projected revenues and expenditures. Additionally, Ordinance 80-26, amending the 2026 budget for appropriations and fund transfers, was also moved to a second reading.
Old Main Road Bridge Replacement Agreement Authorized as Emergency Measure
The City Council discussed and advanced an ordinance related to the replacement of the Old Main Road bridge. Resolution 75-26, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a final agreement with ODOT for the bridge replacement project, was declared an emergency and moved to a second reading after council members questioned the emergency declaration and the estimated costs.
Data Center Moratorium Ordinance Sparks Debate, Advances to Second Reading Amidst Public Concerns and Governance Discussions
Council members and the public engaged in extensive discussion regarding Ordinance 77-26, proposing a 12-month moratorium on data center permits. While many residents voiced strong opposition to data centers due to environmental and community concerns, some council members and residents advocated for conditional use zoning as a more appropriate approach, citing potential legal challenges and the need for economic development. The ordinance was ultimately moved to a second reading, indicating a continued deliberation process.
City Council Advances Golf Cart and Low-Speed Vehicle Regulations to Second Reading
The City Council discussed and advanced an ordinance to amend chapter 343 of the city's codified ordinances concerning the operation of golf carts and low-speed vehicles on city streets. Ordinance 79-26, which adds regulations for operator conduct, passenger limits, and safety, was moved to a second reading.
City Manager Reports on Upcoming Events, Infrastructure Work, and Economic Development Initiatives
The City Manager's report highlighted several community initiatives and ongoing projects. These included the successful handling of the Union Pacific's Big Boy locomotive event, plans for the annual Lake Erie Monster Festival requiring a temporary road closure, and the continuation of the National Honor Society's 'Night Out' event. The report also detailed ongoing First Energy work on fiber optic communication lines and discussed the city's role in federal Opportunity Zones to stimulate economic development, particularly for small businesses and hotels.
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