Ashley Platz

The council reviewed and approved a consent agenda which included the issuance of new liquor and tobacco licenses for Dollar General. Additionally, the council convened in a closed session to discuss a potential real estate purchase in accordance with state code.

The council reviewed and discussed the new Tiffin Fire Station project, focusing on staffing strategies, future funding opportunities, and call volume data. Additionally, proposed membership rate structures for the new Recreation Center were evaluated, with staff directed to refine pricing options. The meeting included the second reading of an ordinance to rezone a lot within the Park Place City Center and the approval of an appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. A contract for mowing and landscaping maintenance was discussed but no action was taken due to a lack of proposals. The council held a closed session for a City Administrator performance evaluation. Finally, the council received updates on e-bike safety regulations, pedestrian infrastructure improvements on Roberts Ferry Road, and residential waste collection transitions.

The council reviewed staging plans for the Highway 6 Reconstruction Project and received a proposal for a citywide fiber-optic network installation by Kinetic Fiber. A public hearing was conducted regarding the rezoning of property for a planned development. The council approved the first reading of an ordinance for this rezoning, multiple pay applications and change orders for infrastructure projects, the purchase of fire department equipment including turnout gear and thermal imagers, and a memorandum of agreement for economic development services. Furthermore, the council discussed design options for new command vehicles and potential regulations for motorized scooters.

The council meeting included a work session and regular session. Topics discussed included potential vegetative screening at Deerview Park, a proposed fiber installation partnership, and concerns regarding automatic license plate readers. Public hearings were held for the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget amendment and plans for the Village Drive and Roberts Ferry Road Traffic Signal Project. The council approved the rezoning of lots in Tiffin Heights West, various resolutions related to the budget amendment and infrastructure projects, a developer's agreement, and payables for multiple city construction and maintenance projects. The council also authorized a request for proposals for mowing and landscaping services and reviewed reports from various city departments.

The council reviewed an interim proposal for the Fire Department leadership and successfully designated an Interim Fire Chief. Zoning ordinance amendments were approved for the Andersen Addition and Tiffin Heights West. The council approved multiple resolutions, including a budget amendment public hearing date, certification of the 2025 Special Federal Census, updates to the petty cash policy, and modifications to building renderings. Additionally, the council addressed several administrative and financial items, such as the payables list, pay applications for the Water Treatment Facility and North Park Road improvements, and the State Revolving Fund reimbursement request. Reports were provided regarding various city projects and department activities, including discussions on parking ordinances, park barriers, and weed control enforcement.