City of Tallmadge

The council reviewed and adopted ordinances related to the hiring of police patrol officers and the establishment of non-collective bargaining employee positions. Additionally, the council congratulated high school track and field athletes for their athletic accomplishments. Reports from administrative officers covered financial updates, including tax collections and water rate changes, alongside project updates regarding infrastructure and fiber optic installation. The council also authorized the purchase of a new ambulance through a cooperative purchasing program to maintain the city's vehicle replacement cycle.

The commission held an election of officers, appointing a new Chair and Vice Chair. The primary agenda item involved a review and recommendation regarding a Zoning Code Text Amendment for the recodification of Part 11 of the Planning and Zoning Code. The commission engaged in a detailed discussion regarding demolition timeframes, survey requirements, public notification processes, and open space requirements for standalone developments. Following the discussion, the commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the ordinance for the new code adoption.

The council discussed and approved an ordinance authorizing an amendment to the master service agreement for electric aggregation services with Dynegy Energy Services to manage energy rate volatility. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved a request to forego a public hearing regarding a liquor license ownership change for Shri Ganesh Ji LLC.

The meeting focused on the city's recodification project, specifically reviewing Ordinance 2026-36 regarding the adoption of a new city code and Ordinance 2026-37 concerning the establishment of revised fees and charges. Key discussion topics included the transition to digital code integration, the modernization of public posting requirements, adjustments to competitive bidding thresholds, and updated regulations regarding public records. Additionally, the council reviewed substantive changes to traffic and general offense codes, new licensing requirements for massage establishments to address security concerns, and expanded stormwater management and right-of-way regulations. The session also covered several fee increases, including adjustments for EMS services, cemetery burials, utility delinquency penalties, and administrative fees for tax liens.

The trustees reviewed a historical overview of the trust's background. The primary action involved appropriating $5,000 into the Richardson Trust Fund for the 2026 fiscal year, following a review of 2025 expenditures.