On the agenda: Brunswick City Council Meeting — data center (Oct 26)

BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Nate
Witsaman
Ward 3

Kristy
Piper
At-Large

Tim
Smith
At-Large

Dennis
Nevar
Law Director

Carl S.
DeForest
City Manager

Ron
Falconi
Mayor

Laura
Timura
Clerk of Council

Nicholas
Hanek
Ward 2

Michael
Abella Jr.
Ward 1

Joseph
Delsanter
At-Large

OCTOBER 26, 2026
REVISED

1.

Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance

2.

Roll Call of Members

3.

Correspondence

4.

Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes
(a) Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated October 5, 2026

5.

Mayor’s Report:
(a) Proclamation recognizing Allison O'Connell for her heroic actions
(b) Proclamation recognizing CRPS/RSD Awareness Month
(c) Proclamation proclaiming VFW Buddy Poppy Days, November 6–7, 2026
(d) Proclamation proclaiming October 23-31, 2026 Red Ribbon Week
(e) Mayor's Update

6.

Clerk of Council’s Report

7.

Council Committee Reports:
Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman
Economic Development Committee Minutes dated October 5, 2026
Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith
Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek
Finance Committee Minutes dated October 5, 2026
Safety & Environment Committee.......................................................Mr. Kuczma
Planning & Zoning Committee..............................................................Mr. Delsanter
Parks, Recreation & Community Committee..........................................Mrs. Piper
Building & Building Code Committee...................................................Mr. Abella

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Building & Building Code Committee Minutes dated October 5, 2026
8.

Other Committees, Boards and Commissions
(a) Committee-of-the-Whole Minutes dated October 5, 2026

9.

Petitions from the Public on Legislation

10.

Reading of Legislation and Action on Legislation:
a. 3rd Reading(s)
RES. NO. 47-2026 - A resolution permitting the City Administration to sell, through
public internet auctions, personal property, including motor vehicles acquired for the
use of municipal officers and departments, and road machinery, equipment, tools, or
supplies, which are not needed for public use, or are obsolete or unfit for the use for
which it was acquired, for the year 2027. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole,
Administration/Carl DeForest)
RES. NO. 49-2026 - A resolution clarifying and confirming the duties of the City
Manager/Safety Director. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole,
Administration/Dennis Nevar)
RES. NO. 50-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Opioid
Settlement Fund Disbursement Agreement with the Medina Metropolitan Housing
Authority. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest)
b. 2nd Reading(s)
c. 1st Reading(s)
ORD. NO. 54-2026 - An emergency ordinance to approve the editing and inclusion of
certain ordinances as components of the Codified Ordinances; to provide for the
adoption of new legislation in the updated revised Codified Ordinances; and to repeal
ordinances in conflict therewith. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-theWhole, Administration/Laura Timura)
RES. NO. 56-2026 - An emergency resolution opposing the Medina County Solid
Waste Management District's Solid Waste Management Plan Update (2027-2042). - 1st
Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Paul Magovac)
ORD. NO. 57-2026 - An ordinance amending Section 858.05 of the City of Brunswick
Codified Ordinances to provide a penalty for video service provider fee payments not
timely received. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Services Utilities, Technology &
Cable Committee, Administration/Tom Keppler)
ORD. NO. 58-2026 - An ordinance updating the pay range for the position of full-time
Production Assistant in the Division of Information and Public Communications.- 1st

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Reading (To be brought from Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable
Committee, Administration/Tom Keppler)
11.

City Manager's Report

12.

Open Forum

13.

Unfinished Business

14.

New Business
(a) Liquor transfer request from Par Mar Oil Co. at 2155 Pearl Road Unit W,
Brunswick, Ohio 44212, to Pak Fuel LLC, at 2155 Pearl Road, Brunswick, Ohio
44212

15.

Adjournment

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MINUTES OF COUNCIL
Monday, October 5, 2026

Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance The regular meeting of Brunswick City Council was called to order by
Mayor Ron Falconi at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Complex.
Roll Call of Members showed the following Council Members present: Nicholas Hanek, Nate Witsaman,
Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Joseph Delsanter, Tim Smith.
Others Present: Mayor Ron Falconi, City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Law Director Dennis Nevar,
Clerk of Council Laura Timura.
Nicholas Hanek moved to excuse Kristy Piper for just cause, seconded by Tim Smith. Roll Call - Ayes - 6,
Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
Correspondence There was none.
Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes
Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated September 28, 2026:
Nicholas Hanek moved to approve the Regular Council Minutes dated September 28, 2026, as written,
seconded by Joseph Delsanter. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr.,
Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
Mayor’s Report:
Mayor's Court Financial Report for the month ending September 2026 will be posted on the website and
added to the minutes for the record.
Motion to reappoint Mattie Jones-Hollowell to the Community Action Wayne/Medina County Board:
Joseph Delsanter moved to reappoint Mattie Jones-Hollowell to the Community Action Wayne/Medina
County Board, seconded by Nicholas Hanek. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael
Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
Motion to appoint Sheila Watson to the Planning Commission:
Keith Kuczma moved to appoint Sheila Watson to the Planning Commission, seconded by Nicholas
Hanek. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith,
Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
Clerk of Council’s Report Mrs. Timura had no report.
Council Committee Reports:

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Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman:
Mr. Witsaman had no formal reports this evening. He reported that the Northern Medina County Chamber
Alliance would hold its annual Clambake at Bunker Hill Golf Course on Thursday, October 8, 2026, beginning
at 5:00 p.m. Mr. Witsaman encouraged interested businesses and Chamber members to contact Debbie or
Heidi for additional information. He also congratulated Mapleside Farms on the opening of its Social House
and noted that the new establishment provides another option and represents an expansion of a local
Brunswick business.
Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith:
Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek:
Mr. Hanek had no formal reports this evening.
Safety & Environment Committee.......................................................Mr. Kuczma:
Safety & Environment Minutes dated September 28, 2026:
Keith Kuczma moved to approve the Safety & Environment Committee Minutes dated September 28, 2026,
as written, seconded by Joseph Delsanter. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael
Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
Planning & Zoning Committee..............................................................Mr. Delsanter:
Mr. Delsanter had no formal reports this evening.
Parks, Recreation & Community Committee..........................................Mrs. Piper:
Parks, Recreation & Community Minutes dated September 29, 2026:
Keith Kuczma moved to approve the Parks, Recreation & Community Committee Minutes dated September
29, 2026, as written, seconded by Tim Smith. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael
Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
Building & Building Code Committee...................................................Mr. Abella:
Mr. Abella had no formal reports this evening.
Other Committees, Boards and Commissions
Committee-of-the-Whole Minutes dated September 28, 2026:
Nicholas Hanek moved to approve the Committee-of-the-Whole Minutes dated September 28, 2026, as
written, seconded by Nate Witsaman. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella
Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
Petitions from the Public on Legislation There were none.
Reading of Legislation and Action on Legislation:
3rd Reading(s)

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ORD. NO. 41-2026 - An ordinance approving the detailed site plan for the restroom addition in the
Brunswick Town Center Special Planning District No. 2. - 3rd Reading (Planning & Zoning Committee,
Administration/Grant Aungst):
Joseph Delsanter moved to adopt Ordinance Number 41-2026, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call - Ayes 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
RES. NO. 42-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a three (3) year agreement with
Any Domestic Work, Inc. to provide custodial services at City Hall and the Division of Police in a monthly
amount not to exceed $4,316.00. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest):
Nicholas Hanek moved to adopt Resolution Number 42-2026, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call - Ayes 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
RES. NO. 43-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a three (3) year agreement with
Any Domestic Work, Inc. to provide custodial services at the Brunswick Community Recreation and Fitness
Center in a monthly amount not to exceed $6,370.00. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole,
Administration/Carl DeForest):
Nicholas Hanek moved to adopt Resolution Number 43-2026, seconded by Tim Smith. Roll Call - Ayes - 6,
Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
RES. NO. 44-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a memorandum of
understanding with the Medina County Soil and Water Conservation District for assistance with
performance items related to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Phase II permit in an
amount not to exceed $5,000.00 per annum. - 3rd Reading (Services, Utilities, Technology, & Cable
Committee, Administration/Paul Magovac):
Tim Smith moved to adopt Resolution Number 44-2026, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call - Ayes - 6,
Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
2nd Reading(s)
RES. NO. 47-2026 - A resolution permitting the City Administration to sell, through public internet auctions,
personal property, including motor vehicles acquired for the use of municipal officers and departments, and
road machinery, equipment, tools, or supplies, which are not needed for public use, or are obsolete or unfit
for the use for which it was acquired, for the year 2027. - 2nd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole,
Administration/Carl DeForest):
Mr. Hanek moved this resolution to third reading.
RES. NO. 49-2026 - A resolution clarifying and confirming the duties of the City Manager/Safety Director. 2nd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Dennis Nevar):
Mr. Delsanter moved this resolution to third reading.

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RES. NO. 50-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Opioid Settlement Fund
Disbursement Agreement with the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority. - 2nd Reading (Committee-ofthe-Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest):
Mr. Hanek moved this resolution to third reading.
1st Reading(s)
RES. NO. 51-2026 - An emergency resolution accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the budget
commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the County Auditor. - 1st
Reading (To be brought from Finance Committee, Administration/Todd Fischer):
Nicholas Hanek moved to suspend the rules, seconded by Joseph Delsanter. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas
Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion
Carried.
Nicholas Hanek moved to adopt Resolution Number 51-2026, seconded by Michael Abella Jr.. Roll Call Ayes - 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate
Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried.
RES. NO. 52-2026 - An emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents to accept a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources in the amount of $400,000.00
for construction of the “Brunswick North Carpenter Park Expansion” project. - 1st Reading (To be brought
from Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Taylor Petkovsek):
Nicholas Hanek moved to suspend the rules, seconded by Nate Witsaman. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas
Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion
Carried.
Nicholas Hanek moved to adopt Resolution Number 52-2026, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call - Ayes 6, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
ORD. NO. 53-2026 - An emergency ordinance amending Ordinances #95-2025, #6-2026, #30-2026 and #372026 to include amendments to the Appropriation Budget for the year ending December 31, 2026, as
incorporated in Exhibit “A” attached hereto. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Finance Committee,
Administration/Todd Fischer):
Nicholas Hanek moved to suspend the rules, seconded by Joseph Delsanter. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Nicholas
Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion
Carried.
Nicholas Hanek moved to adopt Ordinance Number 53-2026, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call - Ayes - 6,
Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
City Manager's Report City Manager DeForest reminded residents that City Hall would be closed on
Monday, October 12, 2026, while the Recreation Center would remain open during its normal hours.
He also announced that the City's 2026 Leaf Collection Program would begin the week of October 26. The
City anticipated completing a minimum of three rounds and a maximum of four rounds of leaf collection
throughout the City, depending upon weather and available time later in the season. Residents were
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encouraged to monitor the City's website for updates, particularly as December weather could affect the
City's ability to complete additional collection rounds.
Residents were reminded to place leaves within four feet of the curb and not place leaves in the roadway.
Open Forum James Evanoff (3649 Ascot Drive) addressed Council. Mr. Evanoff first thanked City Manager
DeForest and Councilwoman Piper for assisting with a recent issue involving his trash service and the
collection of a large, bulky item.
Mr. Evanoff then raised concerns regarding bicycle safety throughout the City. He stated that during the
summer he had observed both children and adults riding bicycles in the street and, in his view, failing to
obey stop signs and other traffic regulations. He described a recent incident in which a bicyclist struck the
rear of his parked vehicle, causing approximately $2,700 in damage.
Mr. Evanoff requested that Council work with the Safety Director and Police Chief to review existing laws
and enforcement practices concerning bicycles, including e-bikes. He stated that he was not necessarily
advocating for additional legislation but believed that existing traffic laws should be enforced and that any
proposed changes should be discussed publicly.
He also requested consideration of additional signage or a stop sign near the point where the trail by
Brunswick Lake intersects the roadway near the speed humps. He stated that bicyclists frequently exit the
trail at a high rate of speed and that he had experienced two situations during the summer in which bicycles
unexpectedly crossed his path.
Mr. Evanoff concluded by reiterating that he favored enforcement and open public discussion rather than
simply attempting to legislate a solution.
Unfinished Business There was none.
New Business Mr. Delsanter addressed Council regarding Columbus Day and Italian American Heritage
Month. He noted that the first Council Meeting in October traditionally occurs on Columbus Day and
discussed the significance of the observance to Italian Americans, including the recognition of their heritage,
sacrifices, immigration, and contributions to the United States.
Mr. Delsanter also spoke about the prejudice and discrimination historically experienced by Italian
Americans and emphasized that the broader message should concern how people treat, respect, and listen
to one another. He encouraged residents to remember that Americans come from many different heritages
and backgrounds and that the observance provides an opportunity to recognize those contributions and
promote respect among all people.
Mayor Falconi acknowledged Mr. Delsanter's remarks and recognized October as Italian American Heritage
Month.
Mr. Smith announced the upcoming Fall Foliage Tour, an annual countywide event organized by the County
Park and Recreation Department. He noted that the event provides an opportunity for residents to visit and
experience locations throughout Medina County. He stated that the City of Medina County would have a
booth at the Seville Library on Saturday and Sunday and that he would be present on Saturday.

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Mr. Smith also noted that an e-bike business is located across the street from the library and indicated that
the business could provide information regarding available e-bikes and applicable laws. He went on to
announce that the Oaks Family Care Center would hold its annual soup cook-off on October 17. Mr. Smith
encouraged residents to participate or attend the event, which serves as one of the organization's major
fundraisers.
Adjournment Nicholas Hanek moved to adjourn, seconded by Michael Abella Jr. Roll Call - Ayes - 6,
Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0.
Motion Carried.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,

Laura Timura, MMC
Clerk of Council

Mayor Ron Falconi

Adopted

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Economic Development Committee
October 5, 2026
IN ATTENDANCE: Chairman Nate Witsaman, Committee Member Nicholas Hanek, Committee Member
Tim Smith, Michael Abella Jr., Joseph Delsanter, Keith Kuczma, Law Director Dennis Nevar,
City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Community & Economic Director Grant Aungst,
Chief Building Official James Lenahan, Parks & Recreation Director Taylor Petkovsek, Clerk of Council
Laura Timura, News Media.
The meeting convened at 6:15 p.m.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
a. Update from Grant Aungst
Mr. Aungst provided an update on current economic conditions and development activity. He began by
sharing that, according to 2021 data from a Washington, D.C.-based advocacy group, family-controlled
businesses, whether public or private, employ 59% of the U.S. workforce, excluding federal employees,
and generate 54% of the nation’s gross domestic product.
Mr. Aungst then discussed an article published that day in The Wall Street Journal, which reported that
U.S. household spending increased 6.1% during the 12 months through August, compared with annual
growth of 4.3% at the end of the previous year. He noted that the increase reflected both higher prices
and higher purchase volume. He explained that consumers purchasing both in stores and online
contributes to continued consumer spending and economic growth.
Mr. Aungst noted that the cost of goods continues to increase, including food, building materials,
textiles, raw materials, and energy. Gas and electric costs are expected to rise, and he noted that
Columbia Gas of Ohio is seeking a rate increase from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) and
that electric utilities are also expected to seek increases. He also discussed a growing demand for
electricity for technology and data centers. Ohio currently has more than 220 data centers, including in
Medina County. Mr. Aungst emphasized that data centers are not inherently negative and that the
important considerations are how they are managed and what benefits they provide to the community.
Mr. Aungst reported that housing costs have increased and housing starts have declined somewhat
because of higher interest rates. Although wages have increased, savings have declined because of
higher costs, with the national savings rate reported at an historically low 4.1%. He noted that lower
savings are contributing to increased debt. He also discussed the needs of the working poor and stated
that assistance can come through employment opportunities, additional training, new skills, or
upskilling.
According to Mastercard projections cited in The Wall Street Journal, U.S. holiday shopping is expected
to increase 5.5% this year, representing the fastest growth since 2022. Mr. Aungst emphasized that the
trends were not intended to cause alarm and noted that Brunswick and Medina County remain in a solid
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economic position. Employment remains stable, unemployment is low, and Brunswick continues to
attract people seeking homes, a safe community, employment opportunities, and business
opportunities.
Mr. Aungst noted that the City continues to see individuals establish small and home-based businesses,
including in-home bakeries. He reminded residents considering a home-based business to follow the
City’s code and obtain the appropriate permits before beginning operations, as some businesses are not
permitted in residential districts.
Mr. Aungst stated that Brunswick has a stable government and opportunities for continued growth. A
key factor for development will be the availability and cost of financing for developers, particularly in
light of current interest rates. He reported that Drug Mart is progressing at the corner of Center Road
and West 130th Street. NBW recently held its open house, the Brunswick Small Business Park is moving
forward with plans to construct its 29-suite development off Westway, the Villas at Pearl continues to
work through engineering, and Mapleside has opened its Social Club.
Mr. Aungst explained that businesses considering Brunswick conduct extensive research before
approaching the City. Site selectors and commercial real estate professionals closely examine the City’s
zoning and development code, as well as community investments such as new schools and fire facilities.
Retailers’ property maintenance and improvements are also considered. He noted that Scene 75
recently repaved its parking lot after a lengthy legal and compliance matter and stated that achieving
compliance is preferable to pursuing litigation.
Mr. Aungst added that businesses may conduct their research without initially contacting the City. Once
they are ready to proceed, they typically approach the City to discuss their goals and the type of
operation they are considering, whether retail, manufacturing, or another use. Mr. Aungst noted that
the City proactively engages with businesses, citing Chick-fil-A as an example. He explained that the City
began discussions with the company years before it opened in Brunswick and noted that its success,
including the addition of a new playground, demonstrates the strength of the local market. He added
that businesses come and go in a free-enterprise economy, with some remaining for many years and
others changing or being replaced by new ventures.
Mr. Delsanter asked whether the City should consider attending additional trade and business events
outside the state or nationally. Mr. Aungst advised that such events could be valuable as Brunswick
gains additional recognition on the commercial development side, particularly now that Council has
approved the purchase of land for economic development purposes. Mr. Delsanter recalled an instance
in which a national sporting goods retailer was unaware of Brunswick until City representatives
encountered the company at an event in Las Vegas, after which Brunswick quickly moved to the top of
its list. He noted that economic circumstances ultimately prevented the development from proceeding.
Mr. Aungst explained that modern site selectors and businesses have access to extensive data and can
analyze virtually any community in the country. They can evaluate household characteristics, payroll
information, credit-card spending, and other consumer data. Mr. Hanek noted that when a national
brand considers Brunswick, it conducts substantial due diligence and identifies metrics indicating
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whether the location could be profitable. Mr. Aungst agreed and noted that local businesses also use
credit-card information to track where their customers live and spend money.
Mr. Witsaman commented that technology has transformed business-site analysis, allowing companies
to conduct detailed research on a city or state from a computer at any time. He noted that residents’
purchasing behavior and the local free-market economy play an important role in attracting national
brands and stated that Brunswick’s trajectory appears promising. Mr. Aungst added that residential
development over the past 10 to 12 years has substantially increased local property values and
strengthened the market for commercial retailers.
b. Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance Clambake
Mr. Witsaman announced that the Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance would hold its annual
Clam Bake on October 8 at Bunker Hill Golf Course. He commended the Chamber Alliance for its
cooperation among local chambers and businesses. He encouraged local businesses to contact Debbie
or Heidi regarding membership and networking opportunities. Mr. Smith added that the organization
also produces a Brunswick magazine.
GENERAL DISCUSSION:
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT:
Being no further business, Mr. Hanek moved to adjourn at 6:27 p.m. Vote – 3 Ayes, 0 Nays
Submitted respectfully,

Nate Witsaman
Chairman

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Finance Committee
October 5, 2026
IN ATTENDANCE: Chairman Nicholas Hanek, Committee Member Michael Abella Jr.,
Committee Member Nate Witsaman, Joseph Delsanter, Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Mayor Ron Falconi,
Law Director Dennis Nevar, City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Community & Economic
Director Grant Aungst, Chief Building Official James Lenahan, Parks & Recreation Director
Taylor Petkovsek, Clerk of Council Laura Timura, News Media.
The meeting convened at 6:45 p.m.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
a. RES. NO. 51-2026 - An emergency resolution accepting the amounts and rates as determined
by the budget commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the
County Auditor. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Finance Committee, Administration/Todd
Fischer)
Mr. DeForest explained that Resolution No. 51-2026 was being presented as emergency legislation with
suspension of the rules. He stated the Medina County Budget Commission had met on September 24
and certified the tax rates. The rates must now be certified and submitted to the County Auditor so the
City can collect taxes and pay its bills. Mr. DeForest noted there were no issues with the process and
that the matter was part of the normal Budget Commission procedure.
Mr. Abella moved Resolution Number 51-2026 to tonight’s Council Agenda of October 5, 2026 as an
emergency with suspension of the rules. Vote – 3 Ayes, 0 Nays
b. ORD. NO. 53-2026 - An emergency ordinance amending Ordinances #95-2025, #6-2026,
#30-2026 and #37-2026 to include amendments to the Appropriation Budget for the year ending
December 31, 2026, as incorporated in Exhibit “A” attached hereto. - 1st Reading (To be brought
from Finance Committee, Administration/Todd Fischer)
Mr. Hanek then introduced Ordinance No. 53-2026, a budget amendment. Mr. DeForest explained that
information regarding the amendment had been distributed the previous week and included
approximately two and one-half pages of budget increases and decreases. The decreases totaled
approximately $355,000, with a significant portion resulting from workers’ compensation costs coming
in lower than anticipated and related refunds.
Mr. DeForest identified four increases included in the amendment. The Police Division would receive a
$20,000 transfer to its capital fund. An additional $55,000 would be provided to replace the traffic
control box at 303 and Warren, which had been problematic for approximately a year and a half and for
which the City had finally received a replacement quote. The Parks and Recreation Department would
receive $3,530 in repair and maintenance funding to carry it through the end of the year. The

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amendment also included $26,925.20 from the opioid settlement fund, which the City plans to direct to
Next Step Up through the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority.
Mr. DeForest requested that Ordinance No. 53-2026 be placed on the evening’s agenda as emergency
legislation with suspension of the rules to support the safe and efficient operation of the City.
Mr. Abella moved Ordinance Number 53-2026 to tonight’s Council Agenda of October 5, 2026 as an
emergency with suspension of the rules. Vote – 3 Ayes, 0 Nays

GENERAL DISCUSSION:
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT:
Being no further business, Mr. Witsaman moved to adjourn at 6:47 p.m. Vote – 3 Ayes, 0 Nays

Submitted respectfully,

Nicholas Hanek
Chairman

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Building and Building Code Committee
October 5, 2026
IN ATTENDANCE: Chairman Michael Abella Jr., Committee Member Joseph Delsanter, Committee Member
Nicholas Hanek, Tim Smith, Keith Kuczma, Nate Witsaman, Law Director Dennis Nevar,
City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Community & Economic Director Grant Aungst,
Chief Building Official James Lenahan, Parks & Recreation Director Taylor Petkovsek, Clerk of Council
Laura Timura, News Media.
The meeting convened at 6:27 p.m.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
a. Property Maintenance Violations - Building Department SOP's and Workflow
The committee discussed property maintenance and property maintenance violations, with particular
emphasis on the Building Department’s standard operating procedures and workflow.
Mr. Abella explained that Council regularly receives calls from residents regarding property maintenance
concerns, particularly during the summer months. He noted that he does not routinely drive through the City
looking for violations because circumstances may not be apparent from the outside and a property owner
may need assistance. Instead, he generally waits for residents to bring concerns forward, except when a
violation is particularly obvious. He explained that complaints, often ongoing issues rather than isolated
incidents, are directed to the Building Department.
Mr. Abella stated residents sometimes expect immediate action after contacting the City and may believe a
single complaint or property visit will correct the issue the following day. He emphasized that every situation
is different and that some cases are complicated or involve circumstances in which the property owner needs
assistance. Brunswick seeks compliance rather than simply imposing penalties. He noted that situations
involving foreclosures or properties transferred to banks can be particularly difficult and may take
considerable time to resolve.
Mr. Aungst explained that he and the City Manager discussed creating a television program to help residents
understand the property maintenance process. He reviewed two flowcharts prepared for the committee,
explaining that the first provided a general overview while the second provided more detailed information.
He emphasized that the goal of the property maintenance process is compliance with the City’s property
maintenance regulations and code.
Mr. Aungst noted that the City has two part-time property maintenance employees, one working
approximately 28 hours per week and the other averaging 13 to 17 hours per week. They are responsible for
residential, commercial, and industrial properties throughout the City, including more than 12,000 housing
structures and hundreds of commercial and industrial buildings. The property maintenance team follows the
City Code and Property Maintenance Code, investigates complaints, completes required paperwork and
computer work, makes telephone calls, handles court actions, communicates with attorneys and prosecutors,
and manages cases from beginning to end.
Mr. Aungst emphasized that employee and public safety is the primary consideration. Property maintenance
personnel may encounter mental health concerns, hoarding situations, or potentially violent circumstances.
Employees must remain professional and compassionate, recognizing the human side of these situations. He
explained that cases may originate from telephone calls, emails, conversations with property maintenance

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staff, communications from the City Manager or department directors, or referrals from Council members
and community members. The department receives hundreds of concerns and must investigate each one.
Due to limited staffing, the department is generally reactive, although it is able to take a proactive approach
when circumstances allow.
The initial investigation determines whether the reported issue is a legitimate property maintenance
violation, a civil matter, or an issue outside the City’s jurisdiction. Mr. Aungst cited an example involving a
bush located within a homeowner’s association that a resident believed the City was responsible for
maintaining. Although the department explained that the matter was the responsibility of the HOA, the
resident continued contacting various City officials, including inspectors, the City Manager’s Office, Council
members, and the Mayor. Mr. Aungst noted that resolving even a relatively minor misunderstanding can take
weeks.
Once a legitimate concern is identified, the department must assess its severity, determine the appropriate
action, and identify the property owner. Identifying owners can be particularly challenging when properties
are held by corporations, as notices may need to be sent to each registered agent associated with the entity.
Preparing notices can take one to five days, depending on schedules, and may require review or approval by
the Chief Building Official, City Manager, Community and Economic Development Director, Law Director, or
others, including legal review of the wording.
Mr. Aungst emphasized that the process does not always move immediately because courts require
municipalities to provide property owners with adequate opportunities to correct violations. The City bears
the burden of demonstrating that a violation occurred and that proper procedures were followed. The
objective remains compliance. If an issue has not been corrected, the property is re-inspected and
documented, additional notices may be issued, and the matter may eventually proceed to court.
He explained that scheduling a court appearance can take three to five weeks, and cases can continue for
months. Attorney involvement can further affect the process, with cases potentially being dismissed,
continued, or transferred. Mr. Aungst cited the former Hickory Ridge situation as an example of a case that
took approximately three years to resolve. Ultimately, the property was cleaned up, and the owner sold the
property, resulting in significant improvements to the shopping center and additional development
opportunities.
Mr. Aungst also emphasized the importance of considering individual circumstances. He gave the example of
an 82-year-old veteran with a physical disability who had maintained his property appropriately until
experiencing financial difficulties. While the property still needed to be brought into compliance, he stated
that the City and neighbors should recognize the circumstances and allow reasonable time and assistance. He
noted that the City works with local churches to help connect residents with people willing to assist with
property cleanups.
Average compliance timeframes include five days for grass and weeds and approximately 30 days for
vehicles, allowing the owner time to obtain registration or other required documentation and move the
vehicle. Mr. Aungst estimated that approximately 50% of cases ultimately reach compliance, while the
remaining cases are either still in progress or proceed to court, requiring property maintenance personnel to
attend and testify.
Mr. Aungst reported that the City had issued approximately 570 property maintenance violations year to
date, including about 240 for grass and weeds and 330 for other violations. He noted that these cases were
handled by the equivalent of one and one-half part-time employees, with three months remaining in the
year.

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Mr. Kuczma asked whether Council members could access the status of individual complaints so that they
could update residents. Mr. Aungst explained that the department does not currently have that capacity in its
system and is continuing to work through challenges associated with a new computer system. Mr. Abella
noted that when he requests a status update, staff will research the matter and provide an approximate
status, noting he understands that an exact status or completion date is not always available.
Mr. Aungst reiterated that property owners have property rights and that property maintenance personnel
can encounter difficult and sometimes dangerous situations. He stated that employees have been threatened
or chased and that many situations involve mental health issues. The property maintenance team also
handles foreclosures and other stressful circumstances and often must help property owners find
appropriate resources or direction.
Mr. Delsanter asked whether the department conducts proactive inspections, particularly involving habitual
offenders. Mr. Aungst stated that staff drive by properties with known recurring issues and many such
properties are already on the department’s list. He explained that once a notice is issued, the property owner
must be given time to correct the violation.
Mr. Delsanter questioned whether the City’s laws provide sufficient incentive for habitual offenders who
repeatedly correct violations only to create the same violations again. Mr. Aungst explained that when an
owner is progressively addressing a violation, compliance remains preferable to court action, which requires
considerable staff time and effort. Mr. Lenahan explained that when a property owner corrects a violation
and later commits the same violation again, each occurrence must generally be treated as a new instance.
Mr. Abella concluded by emphasizing that he takes every property maintenance call seriously and reports
each call to City Hall. He stated that each issue is addressed through the process outlined in the flowchart,
whether it ultimately requires court action or involves working compassionately with a resident who needs
assistance. He thanked Mr. Aungst for preparing the information.
Mr. Hanek echoed Mr. Abella’s comments and expressed appreciation for the flowchart and the explanation
of the property maintenance process.
GENERAL DISCUSSION:
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT:
Being no further business, Mr. Hanek moved to adjourn at 6:44 p.m. Vote – 3 Ayes, 0 Nays
Submitted respectfully,

Michael Abella Jr.
Chairman

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Committee of the Whole
October 5, 2026
IN ATTENDANCE: Vice Mayor/President Nicholas Hanek, Pro Tem Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr.,
Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Nate Witsaman, Mayor Ron Falconi, Law Director Dennis Nevar,
City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Community & Economic Director Grant Aungst,
Chief Building Official James Lenahan, Parks & Recreation Director Taylor Petkovsek, Clerk of Council
Laura Timura, News Media.
The meeting convened at 6:47 p.m.
Mr. Delsanter moved to excuse Mrs. Piper for just cause. Vote – 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
MOTIONS:
a. Motion requesting permission to go out to bid immediately following the full execution of the
grant agreement with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) for the "Brunswick
North Carpenter Park Expansion" project.
Mrs. Petkovsek presented a motion requesting permission to proceed with bidding immediately
following the full execution of an Ohio Department of Natural Resources grant for the expansion project
at North Carpenter, recently named Behner Park. Council discussed the timing of the motion in relation
to acceptance of the grant.
Mr. Smith moved to go out to bid immediately following the full execution of the grant agreement with
the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) for the "Brunswick North Carpenter Park Expansion"
project. Vote – 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
REVIEW LEGISLATION:
a. RES. NO. 52-2026 - An emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents to accept a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources in the
amount of $400,000.00 for construction of the “Brunswick North Carpenter Park Expansion”
project. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Taylor
Petkovsek)
Resolution Number 52-2026 was introduced concerning acceptance of the Ohio Department of Natural
Resources (ODNR) grant. Mrs. Petkovsek explained that the resolution would authorize the City
Manager to enter into an agreement with the ODNR for $400,000 toward construction of the Brunswick
North Park expansion project at Behner Park. The resolution was requested as emergency legislation
with suspension of the rules.
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Mr. Hanek expressed his appreciation for the grant and noted that the project represented an exciting
opportunity, describing it as the City’s first new park in many years.
Mr. Delsanter moved Resolution Number 52-2026 to tonight’s Council Agenda of October 5, 2026 as an
emergency with suspension of the rules. Vote – 6 Ayes, 0 Nays.
GENERAL DISCUSSION:
There was none.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mr. Delsanter moved to go into Executive Session at 6:50 p.m. to discuss the appointment, employment,
dismissal, discipline, demotion, or compensation of a public employee, seconded by Mr. Smith.
Roll Call - Ayes – 6, Mr. Abella Jr., Mr. Delsanter, Mr. Hanek, Mr. Kuczma, Mr. Smith, Mr. Witsaman.
Nays – 0
Mr. Delsanter moved to adjourn Executive Session at 6:55 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT:
Being no further business, Mr. Smith moved to adjourn at 6:55 p.m. Vote – 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
Submitted Respectfully,

Deborah Mullen
Assistant Council Clerk

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THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Gia D'Amico

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

RES. NO. 47-2026 - A resolution permitting the City Administration to sell, through public
internet auctions, personal property, including motor vehicles acquired for the use of
municipal officers and departments, and road machinery, equipment, tools, or supplies,
which are not needed for public use, or are obsolete or unfit for the use for which it was
acquired, for the year 2027. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Carl
DeForest)

BACKGROUND:

City Council is required to adopt an annual resolution permitting the City to utilize the
internet auction provisions of O.R.C. Section 721.15

PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

In order to allow the City Administration to sell through public internet auctions, personal
property, including motor vehicles acquired for the use of municipal offices and
departments, and road machinery, equipment, tools or supplies, which are not needed for
public use, or are obsolete or unfit for the use for which it was acquired, legislation must
be adopted by City Council annually.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

As soon as allowed by law.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:

Receipts generated from intent auction sales are returned to the respective capital fund
or subfund.

RECOMMENDED
ACTION:
One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings
Emergency
Suspension of Rules

No
No
Yes
No
No

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If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO
RESOLUTION NO. 47-2026
BY: Committee-of-the-Whole
A RESOLUTION PERMITTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO SELL,
THROUGH PUBLIC INTERNET AUCTIONS, PERSONAL PROPERTY,
INCLUDING MOTOR VEHICLES ACQUIRED FOR THE USE OF
MUNICIPAL OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENTS, AND ROAD
MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, OR SUPPLIES, WHICH ARE NOT
NEEDED FOR PUBLIC USE, OR ARE OBSOLETE OR UNFIT FOR THE
USE FOR WHICH IT WAS ACQUIRED, FOR THE YEAR 2027.
WHEREAS: Ohio Revised Code Section 721.15 permits municipalities to sell obsolete/unfit
items by internet auction; and
WHEREAS: An annual Resolution adopted by City Council is required to permit the City to
utilize the internet auction provision of ORC Section 721.15.
WHEREAS: THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY RESOLVES:
SECTION 1: That this Council hereby permits the City Administration to utilize the internet
auction for the sale of personal property, including motor vehicles acquired for the
use of municipal officers and departments, and road machinery, equipment, tools,
or supplies, which are not needed for public use, or are obsolete or unfit for the
use for which it was acquired for the year 2027.
SECTION 2: That the Clerk of Council shall cause notice of the adoption of this resolution to
be published, in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, of the City’s intent
to sell unneeded, obsolete or unfit municipal personal property by internet auction.
The notice shall include a summary of the information provided in this Resolution
and shall be published at least two (2) times. The second and any subsequent
notice shall be published not less than ten (10) nor more than twenty (20) days
after the previous notice.
SECTION 3: That the Clerk of Council shall cause a notice to be posted continually throughout
the calendar year in a conspicuous place in the offices of the Clerk of Council and
the City Council and shall cause said notice to be posted continuously throughout
the year on the City website.
SECTION 4: That the City shall conduct the internet auction via eBay (or other similar bidding
site as long as notice is given) using the parameters provided by the auction site.
Minimum price or reserve may be set, but is not required by law.

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SECTION 5: That bidding shall continue for no less than fifteen (15) days, including Saturdays,
Sundays and legal holidays, and shall be set for each item as noted on the internet
auction site.
SECTION 6: That all terms and conditions of sale, including but not limited to pick-up and
delivery, method of payment, sales tax, complete descriptions and/or pictures of
the items, shall be specified for each item on the internet auction site.
SECTION 7: That the highest bidder upon the close of the open bidding period will be deemed
to be the successful bidder of the internet auction. Upon the close of the auction,
the City shall remit an invoice to the successful bidder for the amount of the bid.
The successful bidder shall remit the entire payment within ten days of receipt of
the invoice. Acceptable forms of payment include cashier’s check, certified check,
or money order. Other payment arrangements may be made by the City where
circumstances warrant. Payment options such as on-line payment systems and
PayPal or similar services are acceptable payment options. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, all payment options are subject to the approval of the City’s Finance
Director.
SECTION 8: That all communication with the successful bidder shall occur in writing.
Arrangements and costs associated with delivery to the successful bidder shall be
the sole responsibility of the successful bidder. Risk of loss will be transferred to
the successful bidder upon the tendering of the goods to the shipping company
chosen by the successful bidder.
SECTION 9: That all items shall be sold without warranty in “AS IS” condition. All
advertisements, listings, and notices shall be subject to the following language:
“The City of Brunswick, its officers, employers and agents offer this item for sale
“AS IS” without any warranty or condition, express, implied or statutory. The
City of Brunswick, its officers, employers and agents, specifically disclaim any
implied warranties of title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and
non-infringement.”
SECTION 10: That it is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning
and relating to the adoption of this Resolution were adopted in an open meeting
of this Council, and that all deliberations of the Council and any of its committees
that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in
compliance with all legal requirements.
SECTION 11: That this Resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
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3
PASSED:

1st Reading
2nd Reading
3rd Reading

ADOPTED:

AYES

ATTEST:
Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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NAYS

THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Dennis Nevar

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

RES. NO. 49-2026 - A resolution clarifying and confirming the duties of the City
Manager/Safety Director. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Dennis
Nevar)

BACKGROUND:

City Manager Carl S. DeForest has informed City Council of his intent to leave employment
and City Council has adopted Resolution No. 36-2026 appointing Nicholas J. Hanek to the
position of City Manager/Safety Director effective April 5, 2027. Mr. DeForest has
informally advised that his last in-office work day will be May 19, 2027.

PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

The purpose of the legislation is to clarify the date of May 20, 2027 as to when duties of
the office will be assumed by Mr. Hanek.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

As soon as allowed by law.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:

If approved, a separate piece of legislation to appropriate funds to cover applicable City
Manager transition costs would be required..

RECOMMENDED
ACTION:
One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings
Emergency
Suspension of Rules

No
No
Yes
No
No

If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?

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ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO
RESOLUTION NO. 49-2026
BY:

Committee-of-the-Whole

A RESOLUTION CLARIFYING AND CONFIRMING THE DUTIES OF THE
CITY MANAGER/SAFETY DIRECTOR.
WHEREAS: City Manager/Safety Director Carl S. DeForest has informally advised City
Council that his last in-office work day will be May 19, 2027.
WHEREAS: Mr. DeForest shall remain employed by the City as “City Manager/Safety
Director Emeritus” and be entitled to all employment benefits as provided in his
Employment Agreement from May 20, 2027 through a date to be determined per
formal notice of resignation to be provided in accordance with the terms of the
Employment Agreement.
WHEREAS: Pursuant to Resolution No. 36-2026 adopted by this Council on August 3, 2026,
Nicholas J. Hanek was appointed City Manager/Safety Director effective April 5,
2027 and shall be entitled to all employment benefits as provided in his
Employment Agreement from such date.
WHEREAS: THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY RESOLVES:
SECTION 1: That during the period of April 5, 2027 up to and including May 19, 2027, Carl S.
DeForest shall have all duties and responsibilities as City Manager/Safety
Director as provided in the Charter and/or Codified Ordinances.
SECTION 2: Commencing on May 20, 2027, Mr. DeForest shall remain employed by the City
as “City Manager/Safety Director Emeritus” and be entitled to all employment
benefits as provided in his Employment Agreement until the effective date of
formal resignation in accordance with the terms of the Employment Agreement.
SECTION 3: During Mr. DeForest’s continued employment as City Manager/Safety Director
Emeritus, he shall be permitted to utilize accrued vacation and sick leave at his
discretion.
SECTION 4: Commencing on May 20, 2027, Nicholas J. Hanek shall have all responsibilities
as City Manager/Safety Director as provided in the Charter and/or Codified
Ordinances.
SECTION 5: That this Resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
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PASSED:

1st Reading
2nd Reading
3rd Reading

ADOPTED:

AYES NAYS

ATTEST:
Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Carl DeForest

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

RES. NO. 50-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Opioid
Settlement Fund Disbursement Agreement with the Medina Metropolitan Housing
Authority. - 3rd Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest)

BACKGROUND:

The City of Brunswick is one of approximately 2,000 local governments to receive opioid
settlement funds to prevent, treat and support recovery from addiction from opioids
and/or other co-occurring substance abuse and/or mental health conditions. The City is in
receipt of the amount of $92,179.64 in opioid settlement funds.

PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

The City Administration recommends entering into a Settlement Fund Disbursement
Agreement that would direct the $92,179.64 in opioid settlement funds to The Medina
Metropolitan Housing Authority, which operates Next Step Up, an emergency housing
shelter that provides services to residents of the City of Brunswick, including referrals to
Hope Recovery for treatment and recovery resources.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

Earliest time allowed by law.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:

As of September 22, 2026, the Opioid Settlement Fund #141 has a cash balance of
$92,179.64; however, the legal appropriations in place in this fund currently only equals
$65,254.44. As a result, an increase to the 2026 appropriation budget of $26,925.20 in
the Opioid Settlement Fund #141 for a total of $92,179.64 would be required to be
adopted by City Council in a separate piece of legislation in order to have the funding in
place for this agreement. This separate piece of legislation to amend the 2026 budget is
expected to be presented to City Council on or before this Resolution is to be read for a
third time.

RECOMMENDED
ACTION:

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One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings
Emergency
Suspension of Rules

No
No
Yes
No
No

If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO
RESOLUTION NO. 50-2026
BY: Committee-of-the-Whole
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO
AN OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUND DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH
THE MEDINA METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY.
WHEREAS: The City of Brunswick is one of approximately 2,000 local governments to receive
opioid settlement funds (the “Settlement Funds”) to prevent, treat and support
recovery from addiction from opioids and/or other co-occurring substance abuse
and/or mental health conditions;
WHEREAS: Pursuant to the terms of settlement, Settlement Funds shall be utilized to prevent,
treat and support recovery from addiction, including opioids and/or other cooccurring substance abuse and/or mental health conditions, which are long-lasting
(chronic) diseases that can cause major health, social and economic problems at the
individual, family and/or community level (the “Permitted Uses”);
WHEREAS: The City of Brunswick is presently in receipt of Settlement Funds in the amount of
$92,179.64 to be utilized consistent with the Permitted Uses;
WHEREAS: The Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority (the “Intended Recipient”) operates
Next Step Up, an emergency housing shelter that provides services relative to: (a)
the identification of and application for long-term housing; (b) delivery of essential
daily maintenance services, including, without limitation, bedding, kitchen
facilities, food and hygiene items and shower/laundry facilities; and (c) referrals to
partner agencies through the County for, without limitation, treatment and recovery
resources, behavioral and mental health services and employment and job training.
WHEREAS: The Next Step Up emergency shelter provides services to residents of the City of
Brunswick including, without limitation, referrals to Hope Recovery for treatment
and recovery resources, which services are consistent with the Permitted Uses.
WHEREAS: The Intended Recipient intends to utilize the Settlement Funds to operate and/or
equip the Next Step Up emergency shelter;
WHEREAS: The Intended Recipient shall be required to maintain an itemized accounting to
detail the use of the Settlement Funds and otherwise comply with all applicable
law; and
WHEREAS: The Administration recommends entering into an Opioid Settlement Fund
Disbursement Agreement with the Intended Recipient.
WHEREAS: THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY RESOLVES:

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SECTION 1: That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed, upon approval of the Law
Director, to enter into an Opioid Settlement Fund Disbursement Agreement to
provide the Intended Recipient with Settlement Funds in the amount of $92,179.64
to be utilized as expressly provided therein.
SECTION 2: That this Resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
_____________________________________________________________________________
PASSED:

1st Reading
2nd Reading
3rd Reading

ADOPTED:

AYES NAYS

ATTEST:
Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUND DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
THIS OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUND DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT (the
“Agreement”) is entered into by and between the City of Brunswick, a municipal corporation duly
organized and validly existing under the Constitution and laws of the State of Ohio (the “City”)
and the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority, a public body corporate and politic duly
organized and validly existing under the laws of the State of Ohio (the “Recipient”). Each party
to this Agreement is individually referred to as a “Party” and collectively referred to as the
“Parties.”
WHEREAS, the City of Brunswick is one of approximately 2,000 local governments to
receive opioid settlement funds (the “Settlement Funds”) to prevent, treat and support recovery
from addiction from opioids and/or other co-occurring substance abuse and/or mental health
conditions.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms of settlement, Settlement Funds shall be utilized to
prevent, treat and support recovery from addiction, including opioids and/or other co-occurring
substance abuse and/or mental health conditions, which are long-lasting (chronic) diseases that can
cause major health, social and economic problems at the individual, family and/or community
level (the “Permitted Uses”).
WHEREAS, Recipient operates Next Step Up, an emergency housing shelter that provides
services relative to: (a) the identification of and application for long-term housing; (b) delivery of
essential daily maintenance services, including, without limitation, bedding, kitchen facilities,
food and hygiene items and shower/laundry facilities; and (c) referrals to partner agencies through
the County for, without limitation, treatment and recovery resources, behavioral and mental health
services and employment and job training.
WHEREAS, the Next Step Up emergency shelter provides services to residents of the City
of Brunswick including, without limitation, referrals to Hope Recovery for treatment and recovery
resources, which services are consistent with the Permitted Uses.
NOW, THEREFORE, based upon the recitals, representations, and agreements set forth
herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is
hereby acknowledged by each Party, the Parties hereto agree to the following:
1)

Settlement Fund Distribution. Within ten (10) business days of the full execution
of this Agreement (the “Effective Date”), the City shall remit Settlement Funds in
the amount of $92,179.64 to Recipient for use as solely provided herein.

2)

Use of Settlement Funds. Recipient agrees that use of Settlement Funds shall be
for the sole purpose of operating and/or equipping the Next Step Up emergency
shelter.

3)

Accounting. Recipient shall maintain an itemized accounting of the use of
Settlement Funds, including copies of paid invoices confirming expenditures (the

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“Account”) paid with the Settlement Funds and such other and additional
information as requested by the City. Recipient shall provide the City with a copy
of the Account within thirty (30) days of request by the City.
4)

Default/Termination. Recipient shall be deemed in default of this Agreement if
Recipient: (a) Recipient fails to utilize Settlement Funds as provided in Section 2
hereof; (b) Recipient’s non-profit status is revoked or suspended and same is not
reinstated within thirty (30) days of revocation/suspension; or (c) if Recipient fails
to submit a proper Account to the City per Section 3 hereof.
In the event of default that remains uncured beyond any applicable cure period, if
any, Recipient shall reimburse the City the entire amount of the Settlement Funds
upon written demand.

5)

Indemnification. Recipient, its affiliates, subsidiaries, members, shareholders,
partners, directors, officers, employees, agents, insurers, heirs, beneficiaries,
predecessors, successors, assigns, and all representatives acting on its behalf
(collectively the “Releasing Party”), shall indemnify, defend and hold the City,
its officers, directors, employees, agents, insurers, successors, assigns and all
representatives acting on the City’s behalf (collectively the “Released Party”),
harmless from and against any and all, and covenants not to sue any Released Party,
for any, past, present, and future claims, causes of action, damages, losses,
counterclaims, demands, obligations, penalties, fines, liabilities and injuries,
including but not limited to all liability, costs, expenses, fees (including attorneys’
fees), and interest, of any kind or description whatsoever in law or in equity, now
known, or hereafter discovered, and all other damages, both compensatory and
punitive, whether direct or indirect, arising in common law, tort, contract, statute,
administrative rule or process, regulatory rule or process, or otherwise, which any
Releasing Party or any third-party, had, or may have, against any Released Party
arising from this Agreement, including, without limitation, the distribution of the
Settlement Funds to Recipient and/or Recipient’s use of the Settlement Funds as
provided herein (collectively the “Released Claims”).

6)

Representations. Each Party represents and warrants that such Party to this
Agreement has full and unrestricted power, right, and authority to enter into this
Agreement and perform its respective obligations hereunder.

7)

Recitals. The recitals set forth herein are incorporated in this Agreement by
reference.

8)

Headings. The headings preceding each Section are intended for the convenience
of the Parties to this Agreement and have no legal significance.

9)

Amendment. This Agreement shall not be amended, changed, or modified except
by written instrument signed by all of the Parties hereto.
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10)

Notices.
All notices required or permitted to be provided pursuant to this
Agreement shall be provided by email to the following (as same may be updated
from time to time in writing), which shall be deemed delivered upon receipt of a
delivery confirmation:
If to City:
City of Brunswick
Attn: Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
4095 Center Road
Brunswick, Ohio 44212
[email protected]
If to Recipient:
Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority
Attn: Tom O’Connell, Executive Director
4079 North Jefferson Street
Medina, Ohio 44256
[email protected]

11)

Governing Law/Jurisdiction/Litigation. This Agreement shall be interpreted,
construed, and governed by the internal laws of the State of Ohio without regard
to conflicts of law principles. Any action or lawsuit filed to enforce any
provision of this Agreement shall be exclusively filed and venued in the Medina
County Court of Common Pleas.

12)

Execution in Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more
counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which together
shall constitute one and the same document. Signatures delivered by electronic
means (facsimile, pdf scan, etc.) shall be deemed binding originals thereof.

13)

Binding Effect. This Agreement shall bind and inure to the benefit of the Parties
hereto, their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, members, shareholders, partners,
directors, officers, employees, agents, insurers, heirs, beneficiaries, predecessors,
successors, assigns, and all representatives acting on their respective behalves.

14)

Severability. In the event one or more provisions of this Agreement shall be found
by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any
respect, the remaining provisions contained in this Agreement shall survive, not in
any way be affected or impaired, and this Agreement shall be enforced in full as if
the unenforceable provision never existed.

15)

Full Disclosure. The Parties acknowledge and understand that each Party has had
the opportunity to receive and engage counsel regarding its respective rights,
obligations, and liabilities under this Agreement.
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16)

Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties.
There are no communications or oral understandings contrary to, different from, or
which in any way restrict this Agreement and all prior agreements or
understandings are hereby superseded and rendered null and void. No Party has
relied upon any statement or information not found within this Agreement in
entering into the same.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Opioid Settlement Fund
Disbursement Agreement as of the dates indicated below.
CITY OF BRUNSWICK

MEDINA METROPOLITAN HOUSING
AUTHORITY

____________________________________
Carl S. DeForest, City Manager

___________________________________
Tom O’Connell, Executive Director

Date:________________________________

Date:_______________________________

Approved as to form:

____________________________________
Dennis A. Nevar, Law Director

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THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Nicholas Hanek

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

ORD. NO. 54-2026 - An emergency ordinance to approve the editing and inclusion of
certain ordinances as components of the Codified Ordinances; to provide for the adoption
of new legislation in the updated revised Codified Ordinances; and to repeal ordinances in
conflict therewith. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-theWhole, Administration/Laura Timura)

BACKGROUND:

Section 3.18b of the City Charter provides for the general codification of all City
ordinances and resolutions having the force and effect of law and requires that such
codification be kept current.

PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

American Legal Publishing has completed its updating and revision of the Codified
Ordinances of the City. Various ordinances of a general and permanent nature that have
been enacted by Council since the date of the last updating and revision of the Codified
Ordinances need to be included in the Codified Ordinances of the City. Updates to the
Codified Ordinances bring City law into conformity with State law.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

One reading with emergency and suspension of the rules.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:

As of September 30, 2026, $16,398.89 remained on the American Legal Publishing P.O.
#2026-62404A for services related to keeping the Codifieds up to date. This P.O. is
encumbered to account #001-0100-54279 and the original amount of the purchase order
was $20,000.00.

RECOMMENDED
ACTION:
One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings

Yes
No
No

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Emergency
Suspension of Rules

Yes
Yes

If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?
That it is immediately necessary to have an up-to-date codification of the laws of the City,
pursuant to Section 3.18b of the City Charter, that is in conformity with State Law and to
preserve law and order of the City.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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ORDINANCE NUMBER 54-2026
BY:

Committee-of-the-Whole

AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE EDITING AND
INCLUSION OF CERTAIN ORDINANCES AS COMPONENTS OF THE
CODIFIED ORDINANCES; TO PROVIDE FOR THE ADOPTION OF NEW
LEGISLATION IN THE UPDATED REVISED CODIFIED ORDINANCES;
AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH.
WHEREAS: Section 3.18b. of the City Charter provides for the general codification of all City
ordinances and resolutions having the force and effect of law and requires that
such codification be kept current; and
WHEREAS: American Legal Publishing has completed its updating and revision of the
Codified Ordinances of the City; and
WHEREAS: Various ordinances of a general and permanent nature that have been enacted by
Council since the date of the last updating and revision of the Codified
Ordinances need to be included in the Codified Ordinances of the City; and
WHEREAS: Certain changes made in the Codified Ordinances to bring City law into
conformity with State law.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1: That the editing, arrangement and numbering or renumbering of the ordinances
and parts of ordinances attached hereto as “Exhibit “A” as though fully herein
written, are hereby approved as parts of the various component codes of the
Codified Ordinances of the City of Brunswick, Ohio, so as to conform to the
classification and numbering system of the Codified Ordinances.
SECTION 2: That the sections of the Traffic and General Offenses Codes, as amended and
attached hereto as Exhibit “B” as though fully herein written, are hereby approved
and adopted as amended or enacted so as to conform to enactments of the Ohio
General Assembly.
SECTION 3: That all ordinances and resolutions and parts thereof that are in conflict with any
of the provisions of the new matter approved, adopted and listed on Exhibit “A”
and in Section 1 are hereby repealed, except as follows:
(a)

The enactment of such matter shall not be construed to affect a right of
liability accrued or incurred under any legislative provision prior to the
effective date of such enactment, or any action or proceeding for the
enforcement of such right or liability. Such enactment shall not be
construed to relieve any person from punishment for an act committed in
violation of any such legislative provision or to affect an indictment or
prosecution therefor. For such purposes, any such legislative provision
shall continue in full force notwithstanding its repeal for the purposes of
revision and recodification.

(b)

The repeal provided above shall not affect any legislation enacted
subsequent to August 3, 2026.
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SECTION 4: That a copy of this ordinance shall be posted as set forth in Section 222.01 of the
Codified Ordinances. A copy shall also be furnished to City Officers, Medina
County Law Library and the Brunswick Public Library.
SECTION 5: That this Ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure immediately
necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety and welfare and for the
additional reason that it is immediately necessary to have an up-to-date
codification of the laws of the City, pursuant to Section 3.18b. of the City Charter,
that is in conformity with State Law, where such conformity is required by Article
XVIII, Section 3, of the Ohio Constitution, with which to administer the affairs of
the City and to preserve law and order of the City. Therefore, this Ordinance
and the August 2026 Replacement Pages for the Codified Ordinances, hereby
approved, adopted and enacted, shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage by the required number of votes, as set forth in Section 3.16 of the City
Charter.
PASSED:

1st Reading
Rules Suspended:

ADOPTED:
ATTEST:

Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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EXHIBIT “A”
Ord. No.
14-2026

Date
8-3-26

C.O. Section
1210.01 to

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1210.05, 1212.01
to 1212.07,
1216.01 to
1216.08, 1220.01
to 1220.06,
1222.01 to
1222.09, 1222.99,
1224.01 to
1224.04, 1226.01
to 1226.04,
1228.01 to
1228.06, 1230.01
to 1230.04,
1232.01 to
1232.14, 1232.16
to 1232.19,
1234.01 to
1234.15, 1234.99,
1236.01 to
1236.18, 1236.99,
1238.01 to
1238.09, 1238.99,
1239.01 to
1239.10, 1239.99,
Appendix A to J.,
1240.01 to
1240.05, 1242.01,
1242.02, 1244.01
to 1244.11,
1244.99, 1246.01
to 1246.08,
1248.01 to
1248.08, 1250.01
to 1250.06,
1252.01 to
1252.06, 1254.01
to 1254.04,
1258.01 to
1258.05,1260.01
to 1260.07,
1261.01 to
1261.07, 1262.01
to 1262.07,

Ord. No.
Date
14-2026 (Cont.)

C.O. Section
1266.01 to

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1266.08, 1270.01
to 1270.17,
1270.99, 1272.01
to 1272.10,
1274.01 to
1274.18, 1276.01
to 1276.16,
1278.01 to
1278.12, 1280.01
to 1280.15,
1282.01 to
1282.11, 1284.01
to 1284.10,
1286.01 to
1286.04, 1286.07,
1288.01 to
1288.09, 1290.01
to 1290.19,
1292.01 to
1292.09, 1294.01
to 1294.16,
1294.99, Appx.
A. to K.; Repeals
1224.05, 1232.15,
1232.20, Ch. 1254,
Ch. 1268, 1286.05,
1286.06

EXHIBIT “B”

Traffic Code
None
General Offenses Code

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THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Paul Magovac

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

RES. NO. 56-2026 - An emergency resolution opposing the Medina County Solid Waste
Management District's Solid Waste Management Plan Update (2027-2042). - 1st
Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Paul Magovac)

BACKGROUND:

The Medina County Solid Waste Management Plan Update was ratified by the OEPA in
2021. At that time, the City of Brunswick adopted municipal approval of the update with
the understanding that the future application of flow control would be addressed in good
faith as part of the subsequent plan updates. In August, 2025, the City of Brunswick
submitted a Waiver Request from the flow control requirements, which was then denied
by the Medina County Commissioners on November 12, 2025. - 1st Reading (To be
brought from Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee, Administration/Paul
Magovac)

PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

The District has engaged in an update to the Plan, which now requires ratification of the
most populous municipal corporation in the county. The City of Brunswick intends to
adopt legislation to oppose the Plan Update.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

Immediately upon adoption.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:
RECOMMENDED
ACTION:
One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings
Emergency

Yes
No
No
Yes

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Suspension of Rules

Yes

If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?
The City’s intent is to express opposition to the Plan Update as soon as possible.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO
RESOLUTION NO. 56-2026
BY:

Committee-of-the-Whole

AN EMERGENCY RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE MEDINA COUNTY
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT’S SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE (2027-2042).
WHEREAS: The City of Brunswick, in an effort to be a leader in environmental stewardship,
has been at the forefront of efforts in Medina County to invest in infrastructure
necessary to provide separate residential curbside solid waste and recycling
programs, which have been in effect since 2009.
WHEREAS: The City of Brunswick is, by far, the largest contributor to the Medina County
recycling program (which includes contributions from York Township,
Brunswick Hills Township, Hinckley Township and Montville Township)
despite the costs associated therewith.
WHEREAS: On or about February 11, 2021, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (the
“OEPA”) approved the Medina County Solid Waste Management District’s (the
“District”) ratified Solid Waste Management Plan Update (2021-2035) (the
“Plan”) wherein the Medina County Transfer Station was identified as the sole
“Designated Facility” authorized to accept solid waste (not including
recyclables) generated in the District (also known as “flow control”), subject to
the waiver process identified therein.
WHEREAS: Pursuant to statutory law, the approval of the legislative authority of the most
populous municipal corporation in the County is required to ratify any Solid
Waste Management Plan (the “Municipal Approval”) and, if not so approved,
such Plan is required to be prepared by the Director of the OEPA in accordance
with applicable law which could include, without limitation, the requirement that
all communities in the County institute residential curbside solid waste and
recycling programs.
WHEREAS: As the legislative authority of the most populous municipal corporation in
Medina County, this Council provided Municipal Approval of the Plan pursuant
to Resolution No. 70-2020 as adopted on November 30, 2020, with the
understanding that the future application of “flow control” would be addressed in
good-faith as part of subsequent Plan updates.
WHEREAS: In accordance with the waiver process detailed in the Plan, on August 11, 2025,
the City of Brunswick formally submitted a Waiver Request from the “flow
control” requirements of the Plan as it was estimated that transfer of residential
solid waste generated in the City to the Kimble Transfer & Recycling Facility in
Valley City, Ohio would result in savings to the City’s residential taxpayers in

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the total approximate amount of $2,300,000.00 over a five (5) year period, who
are disproportionately affected by “flow control” measures as compared to
taxpayers in other communities in Medina County.
WHEREAS: In support of the Waiver Request, the City: (a) acknowledged that any waiver
would not apply to solid waste generated by commercial/industrial properties in
the City, which solid waste would continue to be transferred to the Medina
County Transfer Station; (b) suggested that approval of the Waiver Request at
that juncture would have allowed the District to consider and implement such
initiatives as part of the Plan Update to offset any loss occasioned thereby,
including, without limitation, authorizing transfer of solid waste generated
outside of the County (at a higher rate than charged to in-County communities)
to the Medina County Transfer Station and reducing closures due to lack of
capacity, both of which would potentially have had the effect of reducing costs to
other communities in the County; (c) highlighted that the District had closed the
Medina County Transfer Station on multiple occasions over the previous year
and authorized transfer of solid waste to a non-Designated Facility due to lack of
capacity; and (d) confirmed that the Waiver Request had the potential to provide
taxpayers of the City with significant savings.
WHEREAS: After two (2) separate public hearings, the Medina County Commissioners
denied the Waiver Request pursuant to Resolution No. 25-0877 as adopted on
November 12, 2025.
WHEREAS: As required by applicable law, the District has engaged in a 15-year
comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plat update (2027-2042) (the “Plan
Update”).
WHEREAS: On or about June 24, 2026, the City of Brunswick provided the District with
proposed waiver provisions that would be acceptable to the City as part of the
Plan Update, which proposed waiver provisions were rejected in whole.
WHEREAS: Despite recognizing the potential unintended consequences that may be imposed
by the OEPA on other communities in the County relative to institution of
residential curbside solid waste and recycling programs, this Council has long
indicated its intention to effectively “veto” the Plan Update by withholding
Municipal Consent in the event that “flow control” measures were not
adequately addressed as this Council, as a steward of public funds, is obligated to
explore and pursue all legally permissible avenues to ensure fiscal efficiency and
responsibility.
WHEREAS: THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY RESOLVES:
SECTION 1: This Council does hereby declare its opposition to the proposed Plan Update for
the reasons specified herein.

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SECTION 2: That the Clerk of Council is hereby authorized and directed to forward a certified
copy of this Resolution to the Medina County Solid Waste Management District,
Medina County Commissioners and Director of the Ohio Environmental
Protection Agency.
SECTION 3: That this Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary
for the immediate preservation of the public health, welfare, and safety and for
the additional reason that this Council wants to express its opposition to
proposed Plan Update as soon as possible. Therefore, the same shall be in full
force from and after its passage by the required number of votes or from the
earliest time allowed by law.
_____________________________________________________________________________
PASSED:

1st Reading
Rules Suspended

ADOPTED:
ATTEST:
Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Tom Keppler

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

ORD. NO. 57-2026 - An ordinance amending Section 858.05 of the City of Brunswick
Codified Ordinances to provide a penalty for video service provider fee payments not
timely received. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Services Utilities, Technology & Cable
Committee, Administration/Tom Keppler)

BACKGROUND:
PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

Video service provider fee payments shall be made no sooner than forty-five nor later
than sixty days after the end of each calendar quarter. Video service provider fee
payments that are not received within ninety days after the end of each calendar quarter
shall incur a late fee penalty in the amount of $1,000.00 per day until payment is received.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed
by law.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:
RECOMMENDED
ACTION:
One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings
Emergency
Suspension of Rules

No
No
Yes
No
No

If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?

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ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO
ORDINANCE NO. 57-2026
BY: Mr. Smith, Mr. Abella, Mrs. Piper
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 858.05 OF THE CITY OF
BRUNSWICK CODIFIED ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE A PENALTY FOR
VIDEO SERVICE PROVIDER FEE PAYMENTS NOT TIMELY RECEIVED.
WHEREAS: THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1: That Section 858.05 of the Codified Ordinances is hereby amended to read as
follows:
“858.05 FEE PAYMENT SCHEDULE; LATE FEE PENALTY. Video service
provider fee payments shall be made no sooner than forty-five nor later than sixty
days after the end of each calendar quarter. Video service provider fee payments
that are not received within ninety days after the end of each calendar quarter shall
incur a late fee penalty in the amount of $1,000.00 per day until payment is
received.
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period
allowed by law.
______________________________________________________________________________
PASSED:

1st Reading
2nd Reading
3rd Reading

ADOPTED:

AYES

ATTEST:
Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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NAYS

THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK

PROPOSED LEGISLATION
DATE:

10/26/2026

TO:

Vice Mayor Nicholas Hanek and Members of City Council

FROM:

Carl S. DeForest, City Manager
Tom Keppler

COPY:

Mayor Ron Falconi

LEGISLATION:

ORD. NO. 58-2026 - An ordinance updating the pay range for the position of full-time
Production Assistant in the Division of Information and Public Communications.- 1st
Reading (To be brought from Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable
Committee, Administration/Tom Keppler)

BACKGROUND:
PURPOSE AND
EXPLANATION:

Council has established the position of full-time Production Assistant in the Division of
Information and Public Communications pursuant to Ordinance No. 142-99. This
Ordinance is to update the pay range for the position of full-time Production Assistant in
the Division of Information and Public Communications to be $14.11/hour to
$24.15/hour.

IMPLEMENTATION
SCHEDULE:

This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed
by law.

FINANCIAL
INFORMATION:
FINANCIAL
SUMMARY:
RECOMMENDED
ACTION:
One Reading
Two Readings
Three Readings
Emergency
Suspension of Rules

Yes
No
No
No
Yes

If emergency or suspension of the rules, why the request?

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Suspending the rules will allow us to seek a production assistant before the end of the
year. The intention is to replace the currently vacated Access Specialist position with a
Production Assistant for the time being.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:

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CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO
ORDINANCE NO. 58-2026
BY:

Mr. Smith, Mr. Abella, and Mrs. Piper

AN ORDINANCE UPDATING THE PAY RANGE FOR THE POSITION OF
FULL-TIME PRODUCTION ASSISTANT IN THE DIVISION OF
INFORMATION AND PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS.
WHEREAS: Council has established the position of full-time Production Assistant in the
Division of Information and Public Communications pursuant to Ordinance No.
142-99; and
WHEREAS: Council wishes to update the pay range for the position of full-time Production
Assistant in the Division of Information and Public Communications.
WHEREAS: THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRUNSWICK HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1: The following pay range is hereby established:
POSITION

RANGE

Production Assistant (full-time)

$14.11/hour to $24.15/hour

SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period
allowed by law.
______________________________________________________________________________
PASSED:

1st Reading
Rules Suspended

ADOPTED:
ATTEST:
Clerk of Council
Laura E. Timura, MMC

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Division of Liquor Control

Mike Dewirie, Governor

Jim Tressel, Lt. Governor

Sherry Maxfleld, Director

BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL
ATTN CLERK
4095 CENTER RD
BRUNSWICK OH 44212
NOTICE TO LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY
TO

10019704-1

TRFO

PERMIT NUMBER

TYPE

ISSUE DATE:

Pak Fuel LLC
2155 Pearl Rd
Burnswick OH 44212

FILING DATE: 1011/2026

Muni/Village/Twp: Brunswick

PERMIT CLASSES: C-I C-2

52022

OCT

TAX_DISTRICT

RECEIPT_NO

0669390640
PERMIT NUMBER
ISSUE DATE:

TYPE

BRUNSWICK OH 44212

FILING DATE:
PERMIT CLASSES:

Muni/VillagelTwp: Brunswick

OCT

52022
TAX DISTRICT

MAILED

FROM 10/212026
PAR MAR OIL CO
PAR MAR OIL CO
2155 PEARL RD W UNIT

10106/2026

RECEIPT_NO

RESPONSES MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN

1110612026

IMPORTANT NOTICE
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM TO THE DIVISION OF LIQUOR CONTROL WHETHER OR NOT
THERE ISA REQUEST FORA HEARING.
REFER TO THIS NUMBER INALL INQUIRIES:
OCT
TRFO
10019704-1
(TRANSACTION & NUMBER)

(MUST MARK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING)
WE REQUEST A HEARING ON THE ADVISABILITY OF ISSUING THE PERMIT AND REQUEST THAT THE HEARING
BE HELD
C IN OUR COUNTY SEAT
C IN COLUMBUS
WE DO NOT REQUEST A HEARING C
DID YOU MARK A BOX?
IF NOT, THIS WILL BE CONSIDERED A LATE RESPONSE.
PLEASE SIGN BELOW AND MARK THE APPROPRIATE BOX INDICATING YOUR TITLE:

(Signature)

(Title)

(Printed Name)

(Email Address)

-

El Clerk of City Council
C Township Fiscal Officer

6606 Tussing Road
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 U.S.A.

The State ol Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ProviderofADA Services

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(Date)

(Telephone No.)

6141 644-2360
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