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City of North Canton
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Notice is hereby given that:
The City Council of the City of North Canton shall hold a Regular Council Meeting on Monday,
September 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Council Chambers, North Canton Civic Center 845 W Maple St.
North Canton, OH.
See attached agenda for matters to be discussed.
Meetings are open to the public or may be livestreamed on the City of North Canton’s YouTube page.
BY THE ORDER OF THE CITY OF NORTH CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, STATE OF OHIO:

________________________
09.25.2026
Date

Regular Council Meeting Agenda

________________________
Liam K. Ott
Clerk

September 28, 2026

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NORTH CANTON REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
September 28, 2026, 7:00 PM
Agenda
1.

Call to Order

2.

Opening Prayer

3.

Pledge of Allegiance

4.

Roll Call

5.

Recognition of the Public (Legislation on the Agenda only)
Members of the public wishing to speak before Council at regular council meetings must sign up
to speak. Speakers may sign up the night of the meeting or may sign up in advance at
https://forms.office.com/r/jSPYnvddvG. Members of the public may only speak at one of the two
Recognition of the Public items.

6.

Old Business
6.a Ordinance 16-2026, 3rd Reading, Community and Economic Development Committee
An ordinance repealing Chapter 1139, Industrial District Regulations, and amending various
provisions of Chapter 1137, Business District Regulations, of the Codified Ordinances of the
City of North Canton, to update, modify, and clarify the regulations governing the City’s
business districts.
6.b Ordinance 42-2026, 2nd Reading, Street and Alley Committee
An ordinance amending Chapter 911, Street Names, of the Codified Ordinances of the City
of North Canton to establish criteria and procedures for instituting honorary street names.
6.c Ordinance 43-2026, 1st Reading, Utilities Committee
An ordinance amending Chapter 921, Sewer Code, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
North Canton to establish criteria for the discharge of fats, oils, and grease in order to protect
the City’s sewer system.

7.

New Business
7.a Ordinance 44-2026, 1st Reading, Street and Alley Committee
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Canton to prepare and submit an
application to the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) for a grant for the Marquardt
Avenue NE Full Depth Resurfacing Project and, if awarded, authorizing the Mayor, to enter
into an agreement for the receipt of said grant and declaring the same to be an emergency.
7.b Ordinance 45-2026, 1st Reading, Utilities Committee
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Canton to prepare and submit an
application to the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) for a grant for the Wilkshire
Circle SW Waterline Replacement Project and, if awarded, authorizing the Mayor, to enter
into an agreement for the receipt of said grant and declaring the same to be an emergency.

Regular Council Meeting Agenda

September 28, 2026

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7.c Resolution 46-2026, 1st Reading, Ordinance and Rules Committee
A resolution suspending the requirement of verbatim minutes as the official record of
proceedings for City Council as provided in Section 111.03(b), beginning July 9, 2026 and
ending on December 31, 2026, and declaring the same to be an emergency.
8.

Recognition of the Public (Topics Under City Authority)
Members of the public wishing to speak before Council at regular council meetings must sign up
to speak. Speakers may sign up the night of the meeting or may sign up in advance at
https://forms.office.com/r/jSPYnvddvG. Members of the public may only speak at one of the two
Recognition of the Public items.

9.

Department Reports
Directors of Administration
Mayor Stroia

10. Council Reports
Ward 1 - Jamie McCleaster
Ward 2 - David Metheney
Ward 3 - Christina Weyrick
Ward 4 - John Orr

Directors of Finance
Council Clerk
At Large - Holly Pierpont
At Large - Andrew Pratt
At Large - Jeff Stocker

11. Final Call for New Business
12. Executive Session
12.a Upon a successful motion and roll call vote Council may enter into an executive session for
the purpose of discussing the appointment of a public employee as permitted by ORC
121.22(G)(1).
13. Meetings Calendar
October 5, 2026 – Committee of the Whole
October 12, 2026 – City Council
14. Adjourn

Regular Council Meeting Agenda

September 28, 2026

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.a

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Administration

ITEM TYPE:

Ordinance

AGENDA SECTION:

Old Business

SUBJECT:

Ordinance 16-2026, 3rd Reading, Community and Economic
Development Committee
An ordinance repealing Chapter 1139, Industrial District Regulations,
and amending various provisions of Chapter 1137, Business District
Regulations, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of North Canton,
to update, modify, and clarify the regulations governing the City’s
business districts.

DESCRIPTION:

The proposed legislation would update North Canton’s zoning
framework by repealing Chapter 1139, Industrial District
Regulations, and revising the Chapter 1137, Business District
Regulations, to better reflect current development needs. By
repealing Chapter 1139 and amending Chapter 1137, the City aims to
clarify, modernize, and improve the rules governing business
districts, specifically those outside the Main Street districts. The
changes are intended to remove outdated provisions, provide clearer
standards, and support positive economic development. By
consolidating and updating district regulations, the City aims to
create a more flexible and coherent regulatory structure that aligns
with recent growth and anticipated future development in North
Canton’s business districts.

ATTACHMENTS:
Ord. 16-2026 Amending Chapter 1137 and Repealing Chapter 1139.docx

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North Canton City Council
Community and Economic Development Committee
ORDINANCE 16 - 2026
An ordinance repealing Chapter 1139, Industrial District Regulations, and amending
various provisions of Chapter 1137, Business District Regulations, of the Codified Ordinances of
the City of North Canton, to update, modify, and clarify the regulations governing the City’s
business districts.
WHEREAS, the City of North Canton wishes to amend various provisions of its business
district regulations in order to clarify such regulations and encourage positive economic
development in its non-main street business districts; and
WHEREAS, with recent growth and development, there is an evolving need to clarify
business district regulations and modify provisions that may be outdated or do not meet the present
and anticipated future needs of the City’s business districts; and
WHEREAS, the Office of City Council, on April 15, 2026, received a completed and
approved Application for Zoning Amendment for the above-described zoning change from the
Office of the Mayor; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public meeting for the purpose of gaining
public input on the proposed zoning change on July 8, 2026, pursuant to Section 1182.04 of the
North Canton Codified Ordinances, and recommended that City Council approve as submitted;
and
WHEREAS, City Council held a public meeting for the purpose of gaining public input on
the proposed zoning change on August 17, 2026, pursuant to Section 1182.06 of the North Canton
Codified Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1.

That Chapter 1139, Industrial District Regulations, of the Codified Ordinances of
the City of North Canton be, and is hereby, repealed.

Section 2.

That Chapter 1137, Business District Regulations, of the Codified Ordinances of
the City of North Canton be, and is hereby, amended and to read as set forth in
“Exhibit A” attached hereto and incorporated herein.

Section 3.

That the Clerk of Council and Mayor of the City of North Canton be, and are
hereby, authorized to make such amendments as may be needed to the Codified
Ordinances of the City of North Canton to accurately reflect this ordinance upon
approval of such amended pages by a voice vote of Council.

Section 4.

That if a provision of this ordinance is or becomes illegal, invalid, or unenforceable,
it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this
ordinance.

Section 5.

That this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
Passed in Council this __________ day of ___________________, 2026.
Attest: _______________________________
Liam K. Ott, Clerk of Council

_____________________
Matthew Stroia, Mayor

Signed on: _____________________

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SECTION 1137.01

Exhibit A

INTENT

North Canton has four commercial and industrial districts that solely allow commercial
and industrial uses: General Business A (GB-A), General Business B (GB-B), Office Building
(OB), and Limited Industrial (LI). These districts are established to promote commercial and
industrial development in appropriate and convenient locations, that are sufficient areas for
business activities, but protect adjacent residential neighborhoods. These districts are intended to
respect existing surrounding development patterns while promoting desired future development.
(a) The following are the general characteristics of the Commercial and Industrial
Districts that these regulations advance:
(1) Office Building Districts (OB) to create an environment that is conducive
to well-located and designed office building sites to accommodate all types
of offices and limited business service activities.
(2) General Business Districts (GB-A) accommodate a variety of nonautomobile centric retail and service establishments in generally a shopping
center environment, and where only limited outdoor sales are permitted.
(3) General Business Districts (GB-B) accommodate uses beyond those
permitted in the GB-A District, and to thereby provide service and sales in
support of the primary business activities in the community.
(4) Limited Industrial Districts (LI) are for industrial establishments that can be
appropriately located in the center of the city in a manner that is compatible
with the surrounding character of the downtown and which normally
generate only limited outdoor activities accessory to and in association with
a principal activity conducted in enclosed buildings.
SECTION 1137.02

APPLICABILITY

(a) This Chapter contains the use regulations and development standards for
commercial and industrial uses in General Business A (GB-A), General Business B (GB-B), Office
Building (OB) and Limited Industrial (LI) districts. Except as otherwise set forth herein, the
provisions of this Chapter shall apply, govern, control, and supersede all other regulations of the
City of North Canton Zoning Code (“Zoning Code”).
(b) All terms not expressly defined herein shall have the meaning set forth in the
Zoning Code. All administrative procedures of the Zoning Code shall apply to this Chapter except
that any dimensional or area standard herein may be varied by an amount of up to twenty percent
(20%) upon a determination by the Director of Administration, or their designee, that the variance
would satisfy the variance standards set forth in the Zoning Ordinance.
SECTION 1137.03

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATIONS

Graphics are used throughout this Chapter to illustrate the development standards. Graphics
are either illustrative or regulatory as indicated.
SECTION 1137.04

USE REGULATIONS

(a) Uses Permitted by Right. A use listed in Section 1137.05 shall be permitted by
right as a principal use for either the entire building/site or part thereof provided that all
requirements of other City ordinances and this Zoning Ordinance have been met according to the
following:
(1) When denoted with the letter “P” the use is permitted by right for the entire
building or site meaning such uses may be located within the entire
structure, inclusive of the first floor and all upper floors. Furthermore,
whole building uses may also be located solely on upper floors or streetlevel floors in addition to the whole building.
(b) Conditional Uses A use listed in Schedule 1137.03 shall be permitted as a
conditional use in a district when denoted by the letter "C", provided the Planning Commission

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Exhibit A

first makes the determination that the requirements of Chapter 1145 have been met according to
the procedures set forth in Chapter 1177.
(c) Accessory Uses. A use listed in Schedule 1137.03 shall be permitted as an
accessory use in a district when denoted by the letter "A". Such use shall be permitted as a
subordinate building or use when it is clearly incidental to and located on the same lot as the
principal building or use. Accessory uses are further regulated in subsequent sections of this
Ordinance.
(d) Accessory Buildings. Accessory buildings that have a gross floor area greater than
200 square feet shall conform to all lot and yard regulations and development plan review and
approval requirements of the zoning district in which the parcel or lot is located. All other
accessory buildings shall be located in a side or rear yard and shall comply with the parking
setbacks. Any detached accessory building shall not be constructed until the principal building is
completed.
(e) Non-Permitted Uses. A use listed in Section 1137.05 shall be prohibited as a nonpermitted use in a district when denoted by the letter "NP".
(f) Use Not Listed in Schedule. It is recognized that this Code may require
interpretation to assign all possible uses to individual zones or districts. Therefore, any use which
is not specifically set forth in this Code shall be reviewed by the Director of Permits to identify the
most similar use identified within the Schedule of Permitted Uses and to determine consistency
with the intent set forth in the Code and compatibility with districts. Based upon this determination,
the proposed use would only be permitted in districts identified within the Schedule of Permitted
Uses for the most similar use. The Director of Permits shall have the discretion to refer
determinations to the Planning Commission. Any party who is denied a requested use by the
Director of Permits or Planning Commission may file an appeal of this determination with the
Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals (ZBOA). The ZBOA shall have final authority
on all appeals of any determination.
SECTION 1137.05

SCHEDULE OF PERMITTED USES

Land Use Category

OB
GB-A
Residential
Residential Care Facility
NP
C
Multi-Family Residential
C
C
Live/Work Unit(s)
P
P
Office and Professional Service
Administrative Government Services
P
P
Business Equipment and Supplies Sales
NP
P
Experimental Testing and Research Facilities
NP
NP
Hospital and Associated Medical Offices
NP
NP
Veterinary Hospital
NP
NP
Research and Testing Laboratory
NP
NP
Office Warehouse and Storage
NP
NP
Offices including Administrative, Medical,
P
P
Business, and Professional
Funeral Home
P
C
Call Center
NP
NP
Land Use Category
OB
GB-A
Retail/Services
Bed and Breakfast
C
P
Hotel/Motel
NP
C
Essential Services
P
P
Financial Office or Bank
C
P
Personal Services
C
P
Body Art Establishments
NP
P

GB-B

LI

C
C
P

NP
C
C

P
P
NP
P
P
P
NP
P

P
P
NP
P
NP
P
P
P

C
C
GB-B

NP
NP
LI

P
C
P
P
P
P

NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP

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Restaurant
NP
Commercial Kitchens and Catering Services
NP
Retail Establishment
C
Business Services
P
Photographic Reproduction Services
C
Sales Offices w/ Only Sample of Goods
C
Studios for Instruction
P
Drive-thru Facility
NP
Car Wash
NP
Dry Cleaning and Laundry Counter Outlets
NP
Vehicle Repair Facility
NP
Pharmacy
NP
New Car Sales
NP
Gasoline Station
NP
Dog Kennel
NP
Smoke Shop
NP
Cannabis Facility Subject to Section 513.16
NP
Land Use Category
OB
Retail/Services
Outdoor Commercial Recreation
NP
Concentrated Outdoor Commercial
NP
Recreation
Indoor Recreation
NP
Library or Museum
C
Membership Sport/Fitness Club
NP
Dance Studios and Schools
P
Public Park and/or Playground
NP
Mainstream Media Shop
NP

Exhibit A

P
P
P
P
P
P
P
C
C
P
C
P
NP
C
NP
NP
NP
GB-A

P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
C
P
P
C
NP
NP
NP
GB-B

P
P
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
P
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
LI

C
C

P
P

NP
NP

P
P
P
P
C
P

P
P
P
P
C
P

NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP

C

NP

P
P
P
P
C

NP
NP
NP
NP
C

C
C

C
C

P
C
C
GB-B

P
C
C
LI

NP

P

NP
NP

NP
P

NP

P

NP

P

Adult Uses as defined in Section 1145.07
NP
NP
Community Facilities
Adult Day-Care Facility
NP
C
Child Day-Care Center
NP
P
Civic Facility for Public Assembly
NP
P
Clubs, Lodges, or Other Assembly Halls
C
C
Post Secondary School Facilities and
C
C
Buildings
K through 12 School Facilities and Buildings
C
C
Facility Providing Government-sponsored
NP
C
Adult Education
Public Safety or Service Facility
C
P
Places of Worship
C
C
Parking Garage
NP
C
Land Use Category
OB
GB-A
Storage and Distribution
Truck or Transfer Terminal; Motor Freight
NP
NP
Garage
Mini/self-Storage Facility
NP
NP
Distributors, Warehouse, and Wholesale
NP
NP
Outlet (Including Break-Bulk Operations
Such as Bottling and/or Packaging)
Industrial / Manufacturing
Manufacturing, Compounding, Processing,
NP
NP
Assembling, and Packaging
Manufacture of Food products, cosmetics,
NP
NP
pharmaceuticals, and toiletries (except when

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Exhibit A
such operation would create a hazard or
common-law nuisance beyond the confines
of the building).
Manufacture of Electrical and electric
NP
appliances, instruments, and devices.
Manufacture of Musical instruments, toys,
NP
novelties, and other similar small rubber,
plastic, or metal products.
Manufacture of Products from previously
NP
and elsewhere prepared materials (i.e.,
cardboard, cellophane, clay, cloth, fibers,
glass, leather, metals, paper, plastic, precious
or semi-precious metals and/or stones,
rubber, wax, or wood).
Manufacture of products from raw materials.
NP
Computer Data Center
NP
Wireless Telecommunications Facility
Land Use Category
OB
Accessory Uses
Child Day-Care
A,C
Outdoor Dining
NP
Parking Lot
A
Parish Residence, Convent, or other
A
Residential Use Associated with a Place of
Worship
Flag Poles Subject to Section 1123.04(b)(1)
A
Used car sales when accessory to new car
NP
sales as the primary use
Gasoline Station
NP
Overnight Storage of Fleet Vehicles Used in
C
the Operation of the Principal Use
Storage of Vehicles, Trucks, and/or
NP
Equipment for Rental/Lease
SECTION 1137.06

NP

NP

P

NP

NP

P

NP

NP

P

NP
NP
NP
NP
See Chapter 1157
GB-A
GB-B

C
C
LI

A
A
A
A

A
A
A
A

A, C
NP
A
NP

A
A

A
NP

A
NP

A, C
A

NP
A

NP
A

NP

A

A

CANNABIS FACILITIES AND SMOKE SHOPS PROHIBITED

(a) Pursuant to Section 513.16 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of North Canton,
Cannabis Facilities for the cultivation, processing, or sale of cannabis as defined in Chapter 3780
of the Ohio Revised Code are hereby specifically prohibited in all commercial/industrial districts.
(b) Smoke Shops, as defined in this section, are hereby specifically prohibited in all
commercial/industrial districts.
(1) “Smoke Shop” means any retail establishment whose primary use is
related to the sale of products containing, derived from, containing any
form of, or relating to the usage of non-tobacco nicotine, CBD, kratom,
and/or hemp-derived or synthetic cannabinoid, including but not limited to
Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC, that is intended for human use or consumption.
(A) This shall not prohibit the sale of products containing, containing
any form of, or relating to the usage of traditional tobacco, where
the finished product is cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, or chewing
tobacco.
(B) As used in this section, “Primary Use” shall mean the amount of an
area devoted to the sale of products described in this section where
the following apply:
(i) Such products constitute more than 33 percent of the shop’s
stock in trade; or
(ii) Such products occupy more than 33 percent of the shop’s
floor area.

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SECTION 1137.07

Exhibit A

BUILDING PLACEMENT

Every building shall be located on a lot in compliance with the setback and spacing
requirements set forth in this Section.
(a) Schedule 1137.06(a) Schedule of Building Setbacks.
OB
GB-A
20 ft.
10 ft.
Minimum Front Yard Setback
50 ft.
N/A
Maximum Front Yard Setback
20 ft.
10 ft.
Minimum Side Yard Setback
N/A
N/A
Maximum Side Yard Setback
20 ft.
20 ft.
Minimum Rear Yard Setback
40 ft.
40 ft.
Minimum Setback from a property
line adjoining an “R” or “RMF”
district.

GB-B
20 ft.
N/A
10 ft.
N/A
20 ft.
40 ft.

LI
0 ft.
N/A
15 ft.
N/A
20 ft.
50 ft.

(b) Figure 1136.06(b) Regulatory Graphic Illustrating Lot Standards

(c) Spacing between Buildings on the Same Lot. Whenever two or more buildings are
located on the same lot and such buildings do not share a common wall, the buildings shall
maintain the minimum separation specified in the Building Code.
(d) Front Yards of Built-Up Blocks. In any Commercial/Industrial District whenever
a vacant lot is proposed for development and there are existing buildings (other than those of an
accessory use) on adjacent lots that do not meet the minimum setback requirements, the minimum
front setback for the vacant lot shall be the mean distance of setback of the nearest buildings within
two hundred (200) feet of the proposed structure along the block front.

SECTION 1137.08

LOT AND DENSITY REQUIREMENTS

Land areas shall be divided and developed, and buildings shall be erected, altered, moved, and
maintained in Business Districts only in compliance with the following regulations.
(a) Schedule 1137.04: Minimum Lot Requirements.

Minimum Lot Size
Minimum Lot Width

OB
40,000 sq. ft
150 ft.

GB-A
40,000 sq. ft
150 ft.

GB-B
40,000 sq. ft
150 ft.

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Exhibit A

(b) Lots of Record. A lot of record existing on the effective date of this Zoning
Ordinance shall comply with the nonconforming lot regulations set forth in Section 1159.
SECTION 1137.09

HEIGHT REGULATIONS

The height of all buildings and structures shall conform to the following:
(a) Schedule 1136.08(a) Schedule of Permitted Building Heights.
OB
GB-A
GB-B
15 ft.
25 ft.
25 ft.
Minimum Building Height
30 ft.
45 ft.
45 ft.
Maximum Building Height

LI
25 ft.
50 ft.

(b) Principal buildings in excess of stated maximums up to fifty percent (50%) over
the stated maximums may be permitted as a conditional use when the Planning Commission
determines that the conditional use criteria set forth in Sections 1145.02 and 1145.03 have been
met.
(c) Wireless telecommunication facilities shall comply with the height regulations set
forth in Chapter 1157.
SECTION 1137.10

OFF-STREET PARKING REGULATIONS

Off-street parking areas shall conform to the regulations of Chapter 1153..
SECTION 1137.11

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PICK-UP STANDARDS

(a) Drive-Thru Standards. In all Commercial/Industrial Districts drive-thru facilities
shall comply with the following:
(1) Have a minimum vehicle stacking capacity of eight (8) vehicles;
(2) Have a maximum of two (2) lanes which shall have a minimum width of
ten (10) feet, and be set back a minimum of ten (10) feet from both the curb
cut and any property line with no more than two (2) windows for service;
(3) Have a maximum of two (2) menu boards located in the rear yard which is
no larger than thirty-six (36) square feet and no taller than eight (8) feet;
and
(A) Such menu board does not count towards the property’s total sign
allowance.
(4) May use video and sound equipment to provide service but only when open
for business.
(b) Drive-Up Window Standards. In all Commercial/Industrial Districts drive-up
facilities shall comply with the following:
(1) Have a minimum vehicle stacking capacity of six (6) vehicles;
(2) Have a maximum of two (2) lanes which shall have a minimum width of
ten (10) feet, and be set back a minimum of ten (10) feet from both the curb
cut and any property line with no more than one (1) window for service;
(3) Have a maximum of two (2) menu boards located in the rear yard which is
no larger than thirty-six (36) square feet and no taller than eight (8) feet;
and
(A) Such menu board does not count towards the property’s total sign
allowance.
(4) May not use video and sound equipment to provide service.
(c) Walk-Up Window Standards. In all Commercial/Industrial Districts walk-up
facilities shall comply with the following:
(1) Have a maximum of one (1) window for service;
(2) Have a maximum of one (1) menu board affixed to a building wall that is
no larger than four (4) square feet; and
(A) Such a menu board does not count toward the property’s total sign
allowance.
(3) May not use video and sound equipment to provide service.

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SECTION 1137.12

Exhibit A

OUTDOOR DISPLAY

Outdoor display of merchandise for sale, when permitted, shall comply with the following.
(a) The outdoor display of merchandise for sale shall:
(1) Outdoor display of merchandise for sale shall be limited to products that are
customarily associated with the operation of the principal business located
on the premises and conducted by employees of such principal business.
There shall be no outdoor display of merchandise for sale by any person
operating or conducting a business that is different or distinct from the
principal business conducted at that location except for temporary displays
pursuant to Section 1123.06(b).
(2) The area of the lot devoted to outdoor display shall not exceed 25 percent
of the ground floor area of the building(s) on the lot.
(3) The outdoor display area shall comply with the building setback
requirements set forth in Schedule 1137.05 for the district in which the lot
is located.
(4) The outdoor display area shall not be located in areas intended for traffic
circulation as identified on the site plan.
SECTION 1137.13

FENCES, SCREENING, AND LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS

(a) Fences. Fences are permitted in all Commercial/Industrial Districts in accordance
with the following:
(1) Fences may be no more than eight (8) feet tall;
(2) Fences may only be in rear or side yards;
(3) Fences must be made out of, vinyl, or non-chain-link metal fence except as
provided below;
(4) Black, vinyl-coated chain-link fence shall be limited to the rear and side
yards.
(A) Gates must be made from the same material as the corresponding
fence.
(b) Dumpster/Waste Receptacle Screening. Dumpster screening is required in all
Commercial/Industrial Districts in accordance with the following:
(1) Screening must be at least six (6) feet tall but no more than eight (8) feet
tall; and
(2) May only be located in the rear or side yards except as provided below.
(c) Landscape Requirements. Landscape buffers shall be provided for all lots in nonresidential districts in accordance with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1155.
SECTION 1137.14

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

All uses shall comply with the following performance standards.
(a) Waste Receptacles. All solid waste products, including empty packing boxes, that
result from any permitted principal, conditional, or accessory use shall either be disposed of, stored
in buildings, or completely enclosed in containers. Such building, container, or dumpster shall be
located in a side or rear yard and shall comply with the minimum parking setbacks established and
be screened.
(b) Lighting. The placement, orientation, distribution patterns, and fixture types of
outdoor lighting shall comply with the regulations set forth in Section 1155.11.
(c) Enclosure. All uses and operations, except off-street parking and loading facilities,
shall be performed wholly within enclosed buildings unless specifically permitted otherwise.

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Exhibit A
SECTION 1137.15
SUPPLEMENTAL
REGULATIONS
STATIONS AND AUTO SERVICE STATIONS

FOR

GASOLINE

In addition to the above regulations, all gasoline stations and auto service stations shall comply
with the following standards.
(a) Fuel pumps and associated access aisles and canopies shall comply with the parking
setbacks set forth in Section 1137.07.
(b) The only services permitted to be performed outside on a vehicle shall be the
dispensing of air and vehicle fluids such as fuel, oil, and windshield wiper fluid.
(c) Except while being serviced at a pump island, no vehicle shall be parked between
the pumps and the front property line.
SECTION 1137.16

DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW

(a) All conditional uses in a nonresidential district shall be permitted only after
development plans have been reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission according to
the procedures set forth in Chapter 1175.
(b) All permitted uses in a nonresidential district shall be permitted only after
development plans have been reviewed and approved by either the Director of Permits or the
Planning Commission according to the procedures set forth in Chapter 1175.
SECTION 1137.17

APPEAL

(a) Any party who is aggrieved by a determination from the Director of Permits or
Planning Commission may file an appeal with the Zoning and Building Standards Board of
Appeals (ZBOA). The ZBOA shall have final authority on all appeals of any determination.

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.b

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Council's Office

ITEM TYPE:

Ordinance

AGENDA SECTION:

Old Business

SUBJECT:

Ordinance 42-2026, 2nd Reading, Street and Alley Committee
An ordinance amending Chapter 911, Street Names, of the Codified
Ordinances of the City of North Canton to establish criteria and
procedures for instituting honorary street names.

DESCRIPTION:

The proposed legislation would establish a process for designating
honorary street names to recognize and memorialize individuals who
have served in the United States Armed Forces. These honorary
designations do not change the official name of the street or any
residential or business addresses and may remain in place for up to
ten years. A North Canton resident may apply for an honorary
designation for a one-block street segment by providing the proposed
honorary name, background information about the individual, and
justification for the designation.
Applications would be reviewed using criteria that include ensuring
the name is not duplicative or offensive, that no other honorary
designation exists on the same roadway segment, and that the
honoree either is deceased, has reached the age of 70, or otherwise
merits recognition for historical or commemorative reasons.
Following review by the Mayor’s Office, applications would be
forwarded to Council for consideration, and approval requires an
affirmative vote of at least six Council members. The legislation
stipulates that applications must be submitted by January 31st of each
year to be considered.

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If the honorary street name is approved, the City shall install an
honorary street name sign that complies with applicable traffic
control standards. The City is responsible for the initial installation
and maintenance of the sign and will replace it once if necessary. A
$250 application fee is required to offset the cost of sign production.
Honorary designations may be renewed at the end of the ten-year
period, but renewals are treated as new applications and require new
signage and fees. If a designation is not renewed, the honorary status
expires, and the sign is removed. The City also retains the authority to
revoke an honorary designation and remove the signage if
information later comes to light showing that the designation no
longer meets the requirements of the section, subject to Council
rescinding the original approving ordinance or resolution.

ATTACHMENTS:
Ord. 42-2026 Chapter 911 Amendments.docx

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North Canton City Council
Street and Alley Committee
ORDINANCE 42 - 2026
An ordinance amending Chapter 911, Street Names, of the Codified Ordinances of the City
of North Canton to establish criteria and procedures for instituting honorary street names.
WHEREAS, the City wishes to establish clear and effective qualifications and procedures
for the honorary renaming of City streets; and
WHEREAS, by establishing these procedures, the City aims to promote community
bonding and cultural recognition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1.

That Chapter 911, Street Names, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of North
Canton, is hereby amended and to read as set forth in “Exhibit A” attached hereto
and incorporated herein.

Section 2.

That the Clerk of Council and Mayor of the City of North Canton be, and are
hereby, authorized to make such amendments as may be needed to the Codified
Ordinances of the City of North Canton to accurately reflect this ordinance upon
approval of such amended pages by a voice vote of Council.

Section 3.

That if a provision of this ordinance is or becomes illegal, invalid, or unenforceable,
it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this
ordinance.

Section 4.

That this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.

Passed in Council this __________ day of ___________________, 2026.

Attest: _______________________________
Liam K. Ott, Clerk of Council

_____________________
Matthew Stroia, Mayor

Signed on: _____________________

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Ordinance No. 42 - 2026
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Exhibit A

SECTION 911.01 CRITERIA FOR NAME CHANGE
Council, by ordinance or resolution, with an affirmative vote of six or more of its members,
may change the name of any existing street or alley within the corporate limits of the City when it
is designated by Council that any of the following conditions exist:
(a) That two or more streets and/or alleys within the corporate limits of the City have
the same name.
(b) That changing the name of a street and/or alley would minimize pedestrian and
traffic confusion and optimize safety and the efficiency of traffic flow.
(c) That a street and/or alley continues outside the corporate limits of the City by
another name outside such corporate limits.
SECTION 911.02 NAME CHANGE FOR PURPOSE OF HONOR
Honorary street names are intended to honor and memorialize certain individuals for a
period of time, not to exceed 10 years, without changing the official name of the street or the
official addresses of residences and businesses on the street.
Council, by ordinance or resolution, with an affirmative vote of six or more of its members, may
add an honorary street name to a street or alley within the corporate limits of the City for the
purpose of honoring or commemorating an individual who has served in the U.S. armed forces.
(a) Application Required. Applications for such honorary designations must be
submitted by a resident of the City and shall include the following information:
(1) The specific street segment proposed for the honorary designation,
including a specific intersection for the placement of the sign.
(A) This shall be limited to a one (1) block segment of the proposed
street.
(2) The full form of the name being proposed, including the name “WAY” (ex.
“John Smith Way”).
(3) The origin or meaning of the proposed name.
(4) A brief description or biography of the individual.
(5) The rationale for assigning the honorary street name to the street segment,
including an explanation of how the individual has been associated with the
area in which the street is located.
(b) Criteria. Applications for such honorary designations shall be considered using the
following criteria:
(1) The honorary designation does not duplicate any official street name.
(2) No other honorary designation is presently in effect on the same roadway
segment.
(3) The honorary designation does not include any name(s) that could be
considered derogatory to a particular person or organization or to any racial,
religious or ethnic group or to any protected class, nor any name(s) that
could be considered obscene, blasphemous, insulting, or offensive.
(4) The individual has served in the U.S. armed forces for the protection of the
community and country.
(5) The individual is deceased or has attained the age of seventy (70) years,
unless it is determined that it is in the public's interest to honor the individual
for historical or commemorative purposes.
(c) Approval Procedure. The procedure for the approval of applications for a street
name change for the purpose of honor shall be as follows:
(1) The application shall be submitted to the Office of the Mayor for initial
review and verification of the information provided in the application.
(A) Applications shall be submitted by the thirty-first day of January
each year in order to be considered.
(2) Upon review by the Office of the Mayor, the application shall be referred
to the Clerk of Council, under the authority and supervision of the President

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Exhibit A

Ordinance No. 42 - 2026
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of Council, who shall prepare and submit an ordinance or resolution for the
consideration of the application for approval by Council.
(3) City Council, with an affirmative vote of six or more of its members, may
approve the application for a street name change for the purpose of honor.
(4) Upon approval by Council, the Office of the Mayor shall cause the honorary
street name sign to be installed pursuant to subsection (d) of this section.

(d) Sign Installation, Maintenance, and Care. The honorary street name shall be
indicated on a sign mounted at the intersection and shall meet the current edition of the Ohio
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The City shall have the right to determine the specific
locations, sizes, colors, dimensions, fonts, font sizes, insignia and materials used for signs. The
City shall determine if signs may be attached to existing signposts or whether it will be a standalone
post with placard.
(1) The City shall be responsible for the initial installation and maintenance of
the honorary street name placards and appurtenances. If the sign becomes
in disrepair and requires replacement, the City will replace the sign no more
than one (1) time. The applicant may request that the City replace the sign
additional times at the applicant's expense. The City shall not be liable for
any sign damage, vandalism or environmental events affecting the sign.
(2) Whenever an honorary street name is assigned to a street segment, the street
or street segment shall retain its official name which shall be used for all
official and legal purposes. Addresses using the honorary street name shall
not be assigned.
(e) Fee. An application fee shall be due at the time of application submission. Such fee
shall be two hundred and fifty dollars ($250.00) for the purpose of funding the creation of the sign.
(f) Renewal. Honorary designations pursuant to this Section may be renewed at the
end of the 10-year period.
(1) Renewals shall be processed as new requests, with all applicable rules and
fees in effect at that time, and will require new signage.
(2) If a renewal is not arranged, the honorary designation will be discontinued
at the end of the 10-year period.
(3) Upon the renewal or the expiration of the honorary designation, the existing
signage shall be removed and made available to the applicant.
(g) Right of Revocation. The City reserves the right, without notification, to revoke the
honorary designation and remove the signs, should there be a later discovery of information that
violates any of the criteria in this section. There will be no reimbursement of fees and costs to the
applicant. A vote of council to rescind the original ordinance or resolution is required.
SECTION 911.03 REASON FOR NAME CHANGE TO BE SPECIFIED
Any ordinance or resolution adopted by Council pursuant to Sections 911.01 or 911.02 shall
identify the reason determined by Council for such change of name.

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.c

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Administration

ITEM TYPE:

Ordinance

AGENDA SECTION:

Old Business

SUBJECT:

Ordinance 43-2026, 1st Reading, Utilities Committee
An ordinance amending Chapter 921, Sewer Code, of the Codified
Ordinances of the City of North Canton to establish criteria for the
discharge of fats, oils, and grease in order to protect the City’s sewer
system.

DESCRIPTION:

The proposed legislation would amend Chapter 921 of the City of
North Canton’s Sewer Code to establish comprehensive regulations
governing the discharge of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) into the City’s
sanitary sewer system. The legislation requires any wastewater
containing FOG to pass through a properly maintained grease trap or
grease interceptor and authorizes the Director of Development
Services to require the installation, replacement, cleaning, or
modification of grease control devices when necessary to protect the
sewer system. The ordinance also permits the Director to approve
alternative equipment or waive certain requirements when installation
of a standard grease interceptor is impractical.
The ordinance further establishes standards for the proper disposal
and management of fats, oils, and grease, prohibits the use of
chemicals or additives that could liquefy grease and allow it to enter
the sewer system, restricts wastewater temperatures entering grease
control devices, and prohibits plumbing fixtures such as toilets and
urinals from being connected to grease traps or interceptors. Food
waste grinders must be connected through a solids interceptor before

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discharge to a grease control device.

Additionally, the ordinance would place responsibility on food
service establishments and other FOG-generating businesses to
maintain grease traps and interceptors in clean and proper working
condition, use properly licensed grease transporters, and retain
maintenance and cleaning records for at least three years. These
requirements are intended to prevent blockages, overflows, and
damage to the City’s sewer infrastructure, thereby protecting public
health, safety, and the reliability of wastewater services.

ATTACHMENTS:
Ord. 43-2026 Chapter 921 Amendments.docx

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North Canton City Council
Utilities Committee
ORDINANCE 43 - 2026
An ordinance amending Chapter 921, Sewer Code, of the Codified Ordinances of the City
of North Canton to establish criteria for the discharge of fats, oils, and grease in order to protect
the City’s sewer system.
WHEREAS, the City wishes to establish clear and effective regulations on discharges of
fats, oils, and grease into the City’s sewer system; and
WHEREAS, the City believes that it is in the best interest of the health, peace, and safety
of the City of North Canton to establish such criteria for the purposes of protecting the City’s sewer
infrastructure and those served by the City’s sewer system.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1.

That Chapter 921, Sewer Code, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of North
Canton, is hereby amended and to read as set forth in “Exhibit A” attached hereto
and incorporated herein.

Section 2.

That the Clerk of Council and Mayor of the City of North Canton be, and are
hereby, authorized to make such amendments as may be needed to the Codified
Ordinances of the City of North Canton to accurately reflect this ordinance upon
approval of such amended pages by a voice vote of Council.

Section 3.

That if a provision of this ordinance is or becomes illegal, invalid, or unenforceable,
it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this
ordinance.

Section 4.

That this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
Passed in Council this __________ day of ___________________, 2026.

Attest: _______________________________
Liam K. Ott, Clerk of Council

_____________________
Matthew Stroia, Mayor

Signed on: _____________________

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Ordinance No. 43 - 2026
2 | Page

Exhibit A

SECTION 911.01 DEFINITIONS
(a) "Building drain" means that part of the lowest horizontal piping of a drainage
system which receives the discharge from soil, waste and other drainage pipes inside the walls of
the building, and conveys it to the building sewer, beginning three feet outside the outer face of
the building wall.
(b) "Building sewer" means the extension from the building drain to the public sewer
or other place of disposal.
(c) "Combined sewer" means a sewer receiving both surface run-off and sewage.
(d) "Industrial wastes" means the water-carried and liquid wastes from industrial or
commercial processes as distinct from sanitary sewage.
(e) "Person", "enterprise", "establishment", or "owner" means any individual, firm,
company, association, society, corporation or group.
(f) "Public sewer" means a sewer owned or controlled by the City.
(g) "Sanitary sewage" means the sewage discharging from the sanitary conveniences
of dwellings, including apartment houses and hotels, office buildings, factories or institutions, and
free from storm and surface water and industrial wastes.
(h) "Sanitary sewer" means a sewer which carries sewage and wastes and to which
storm, surface and ground waters are not intentionally admitted.
(i) "Sewage" or "waste" means the water-carried wastes from residences, business
buildings, institutions and industrial establishments, singular or in any combination, together with
such ground, surface and storm waters as may be present.
(j) "Sewage works" or "sewerage system" means all facilities for disposing of sewage.
(k) "Sewer" means a pipe or conduit for carrying sewage.
SECTION 911.02 USE OF PUBLIC SEWERS REQUIRED
(a) Public Systems. The owners of all houses, buildings or properties used for human
occupancy, employment, recreation or other purpose situated within the City and abutting on any
street, alley or right of way in which there is now located or may in the future be located a public
sanitary sewer of the City are hereby required at their expense to install suitable toilet facilities
therein, and to connect such facilities directly with the proper public sewer in accordance with the
provisions of this chapter within ninety days after date of official notice to do so, provided that
such public sewer is within 150 feet of the structure.
(b) Private Systems. Where a public sanitary sewer is not available, the building sewer
shall be connected to a private sewage disposal system that fully complies with all regulations of
the Stark County Board of Health. The property owner shall operate and maintain the private
sewage disposal facilities in a sanitary manner at all times, at no expense to the City.
(c) Abandonment of Private Systems. At such time as a public sewer becomes
available to a property served by a private sewage disposal system a direct connection shall be
made to the public sewer in compliance with this chapter, and any septic tanks, cesspools and
similar private sewage disposal facilities shall be abandoned and filled with suitable material as
required by law.
SECTION 911.03 SEWER CONNECTIONS; PERMIT; FEE
(a) No unauthorized person shall uncover, make any connections with or opening into,
use, alter or disturb any public sewer or appurtenance thereof without first obtaining a written
permit from the City.
(b) The owner or his agent shall make application for sewer permit on a special form
furnished by the City before the work is commenced. In no case shall such work be commenced
and prosecuted unless such permit is on the ground and in possession of the person doing the work.
Each application for a permit shall give the correct street name and number of house and lot or
sublot, which information shall be stated on the permit so issued and shall be of such definite
description of the premises as to clearly delineate the location of the same upon the map of the
City's sewage system. The permit application shall be supplemented by any plans, specifications
or other information considered pertinent in the judgment of the City Engineer. A fee of five
hundred dollars ($500.00) for a sewer permit at the time the application is filed is required.

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Exhibit A

Ordinance No. 43 - 2026
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(c) The Director of Permits shall not issue a permit for the purpose described in
paragraph (a) hereof until the applicant therefor shall have paid, in addition to the charge specified
in paragraph (b), a connection charge equal to the current charges rendered by the Stark County
Metropolitan Sewer District for each single-family residential unit. For other than single-family
residential units, the number of units shall be determined by the Director of Permits by use of
accepted engineering practices and/or Environmental Protection Agency guidelines and on the
basis of anticipated sewage flows from the applicant when compared to a single-family residence
will be considered as a unit of one.
(d) All costs and expenses incident to the installation and connection of the building
sewer shall be borne by the owner. The owner shall be responsible for the maintenance and repair
of the building sewer running from the building to the sewer main, including any portion of the
building sewer which may lie within the public right of way. The owner shall indemnify and save
harmless the City from any loss or damage that may directly or indirectly be occasioned by the
installation, repair and/or maintenance of the building sewer.
SECTION 911.04 SPECIFICATIONS AND LAYING OF BUILDING SEWERS
(a) Old building sewers may be used in connection with new buildings only when they
are found, on examination and test by the Department of Development Services, to meet all
requirements of this chapter.
(b) All building sewers shall be constructed, laid, and connected according to the
standards established by the Ohio Building Code, the Environmental Protection Agency, and any
other applicable State of Ohio or Federal standards.
(c) The applicant for the sewer permit shall notify the Department of Development
Services when the building sewer is ready for inspection and connection to the public sewer. The
connection shall be made under the supervision of a City Inspector.
(d) All excavations for building sewer installations shall be adequately guarded with
barricades and lights so as to protect the public from hazards. Streets, sidewalks, parkways and
other public property disturbed in the course of the work shall be restored in a manner satisfactory
to the City.
SECTION 911.05 USE OF PUBLIC SEWERS
In recognition that the City of Canton waste water treatment plant is the final discharge point
for all public sewer systems in the City of North Canton, all regulations governing the use of public
sewers adopted by the City of Canton, Ohio as part of Canton Municipal Code Chapter 943,
including but not limited to regulating illicit discharges, regulating industrial waste, waste
sampling, monitoring, and compliance schedules, are hereby adopted by reference into this Code
and shall have full force and effect within the corporate limits of the City of North Canton.
SECTION 911.06 SEWER SYSTEM DAMAGE
No unauthorized person shall maliciously, willfully or negligently break, damage, destroy,
uncover, deface or tamper with any structure, appurtenance or equipment which is a part of the
Municipal sewage works.
SECTION 911.07 DISCHARGE CRITERIA FOR FATS, OILS, AND GREASE
(a) Grease Trap or Interceptor Required. All wastewater that is discharged containing
fats, oils and grease shall be discharged into a properly maintained and functioning grease trap
and/or grease interceptor.
(b) Director’s Authority. The Director of Development Services may require any
discharger that violates any of the provisions of this section or who discharges, could potentially
discharge, or cause a discharge of fats, oils and grease that causes damage to or impairs the City's
wastewater disposal system, to do any of the following:
(1) Install an approved grease interceptor;

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Exhibit A

(2) Clean a grease interceptor at a frequency determined by the Director of
Development Services;
(3) Replace an existing grease trap and/or grease interceptor with an approved
grease interceptor;
(4) Provide any information necessary to facilitate the enforcement of this
section.
(c) Approval/Waiver. If the discharger demonstrates that the installation of a grease
interceptor is impractical to the satisfaction of the Director of Development Services, the Director
may do any of the following:
(1) Approve installation of a grease interceptor that is smaller or otherwise
varies from the standard construction drawings;
(2) Approve installation of a grease trap;
(3) Waive the requirement to install a grease interceptor.
(d) Disposal of Fats, Oils, and Grease. Where fats, oils and grease are a byproduct of
food preparation and/or cleanup, these materials shall be recycled or disposed of in accordance
with all applicable laws.
(e) Prohibited Agents. None of the following agents shall be placed directly into a
grease trap or grease interceptor, or into any drain that leads to the grease trap or grease interceptor:
(1) Emulsifiers, de-emulsifiers, surface active agents, enzymes, degreasers, or
any product that will liquefy grease trap or interceptor wastes;
(2) Any substance that may cause excessive foaming in the sewer system;
(3) Any substance capable of passing the solid or semi-solid contents of the
grease trap or interceptor to the sewer system.
(f) Influent Wastewater Restrictions. Influent wastewater entering grease traps and
grease interceptors shall not exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit (140° F). The temperature at the flow
control device inspection port shall be considered equal to the influent temperature.
(g) Prohibited Fixtures. Toilets, urinals, and other similar fixtures shall not be plumbed
to a grease trap or grease interceptor.
(h) Entry of Waste. Waste shall only enter the grease trap or grease interceptor through
the inlet flow control device.
(i) Waste Grinders. Food waste grinders, where installed, shall be plumbed through a
solids interceptor to a grease trap or grease interceptor.
(j) Maintenance Requirements. Grease trap and grease interceptor maintenance shall
satisfy the following:
(1) All dischargers of fats, oils and grease are responsible for maintaining the
grease traps and grease interceptors in continuous proper working condition
in accordance with the manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual.
(A) All dischargers of fats, oils and grease are also responsible for
inspecting, repairing, replacing, or installing apparatus and
equipment as necessary to ensure proper operation and function of
grease traps and grease interceptors, and compliance with discharge
limitations at all times. All dischargers of fats, oils and grease and
their employees must have knowledge of any grease trap and grease
interceptor's location, usage and maintenance schedule.
(2) It shall be unlawful for a discharger of fats, oils and grease to allow fats,
oils and grease waste to be removed from its premises by a transporter who
does not have all applicable federal, state, or local permits or registrations,
including any permit required by the Stark County Health Department.
(3) If a discharger of fats, oils and grease utilizes a grease transport/disposal
company to remove the grease from the grease interceptor or grease trap, a
record of such removal must be kept on file at the facility from which the
grease is removed. The grease transport/disposal company shall provide a
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Exhibit A

indemnification to the owner or operator of a Food Service Establishment
(FSE).
(4) A discharger of fats, oils and grease must maintain any grease trap and/or
grease interceptor maintenance records on site for three years. A discharger
of fats, oils and grease shall maintain adequate documentation that the
grease trap and/or grease interceptor is appropriately cleaned and inspected.
(5) A FSE which discharges fats, oils and grease shall clean the grease trap
and/or grease interceptor as follows:
(A) Any grease interceptor that is in active use shall be cleaned at least
once every three months;
(B) Any grease trap that is in active use shall be cleaned at least once
every week;
(C) The cleaning frequency may be decreased, with the approval of the
Service Director, if the owner or operator of the FSE is able to
provide evidence it has been able to operate longer without
impairment to the operation of facility's sewer lateral and the public
sewer system;
(D) The Director of Development Services may specify more frequent
cleaning when the cleaning frequencies are determined by the
Director to be inadequate.
SECTION 911.08 POWERS OF INSPECTORS; RIGHT OF ENTRY
The Department of Development Services and other duly authorized employees of the City,
shall be permitted to enter upon all properties for the purpose of inspection, observation,
measurement, sampling, and testing, in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
SECTION 911.09 EXTENSION OF SEWER LINES
(a) Extension Costs. The cost of sanitary sewer line extensions and connections shall
be paid by the developer or individual(s) requesting the sanitary sewer line, except where it is
determined by City Council that extension is necessary for the preservation of public health, to
provide service to a City property, or as otherwise authorized by a resolution of City Council.
(b) Distance of Extension. Sanitary sewer lines shall be extended the full distance
across the development, tract, or lot that is to be serviced: i.e., to the farthest point of the lot line,
except where the City Engineer determines it is not practicable.
(c) Size of Line. The size of a sanitary sewer line shall be determined by the City
Engineer, based on requirements for the satisfactorily servicing of present and future areas to be
serviced.
(d) Lines to be City Property. All sanitary sewer lines after installation, shall become
the property of the City, and all maintenance thereon shall be the responsibility of the City.
(e) Extension Outside City Limits. Sanitary sewer service will not be extended to any
areas outside the corporation limits of the City. Sanitary sewer lines presently servicing areas
outside the corporation limits of the City will not be extended beyond present bounds.
SECTION 911.100

PENALTY

(a) Whoever violates any provision of this Chapter shall be served by the City with
written notice stating the nature of the violation and providing a reasonable time limit for the
satisfactory correction thereof. The offender shall, within the period of time stated in such notice,
permanently cease all violations.
(b) Whoever continues any violation beyond the time limit provided for in subsection
(a) hereof is guilty of a minor misdemeanor for each violation. Each day in which any such
violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense.
(c) Whoever violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall become liable to the
City for any expense, loss or damage occasioned the City by reason of such violation.

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.a

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Administration

ITEM TYPE:

Ordinance

AGENDA SECTION:

New Business

SUBJECT:

Ordinance 44-2026, 1st Reading, Street and Alley Committee
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Canton to
prepare and submit an application to the Ohio Public Works
Commission (OPWC) for a grant for the Marquardt Avenue NE Full
Depth Resurfacing Project and, if awarded, authorizing the Mayor, to
enter into an agreement for the receipt of said grant and declaring the
same to be an emergency.

DESCRIPTION:

The proposed legislation would authorize the Mayor of the City of
North Canton to prepare and submit an application to the Ohio Public
Works Commission (OPWC) for grant funding to support the
Marquardt Avenue NE Full Depth Resurfacing Project. The
legislation is based on the need for full-depth resurfacing of
Marquardt Avenue NE and seeks to secure outside funding through
the OPWC grant program. If the grant is awarded, the ordinance
further authorizes the Mayor to enter into the necessary agreement
with OPWC to accept and receive the grant funds.
Additionally, emergency passage has been recommended to ensure
the City can meet the October 9, 2026 deadline for submission of the
OPWC grant application.

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ATTACHMENTS:
Ord. 44-2026 Marquardt Avenue NE Resurfacing Project OPWC Grant.docx

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North Canton City Council
Street and Alley Committee
ORDINANCE 44 - 2026
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Canton to prepare and submit an
application to the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) for a grant for the Marquardt Avenue
NE Full Depth Resurfacing Project and, if awarded, authorizing the Mayor, to enter into an
agreement for the receipt of said grant and declaring the same to be an emergency.
WHEREAS, Marquardt Avenue NE is in need of full depth resurfacing; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to submit an OPWC grant application for said project, the
deadline for such submissions being October 9, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1.

That the Mayor be, and is hereby, authorized to prepare and submit an Ohio Public
Works Commission (OPWC) grant application for the Marquardt Avenue NE Full
Depth Resurfacing Project and, if awarded, is authorized to enter into an agreement
for the receipt of the grant.

Section 2.

That if a provision of this ordinance is or becomes illegal, invalid, or unenforceable,
it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this
ordinance.

Section 3.

That this ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the preservation of the health, safety, and peace of the City of North Canton and
further necessary in order to meet the October 9, 2026 deadline for the submission
of grant applications to OPWC; wherefore, provided it receives the affirmative vote
of six or more members of Council elected thereto, this ordinance shall take effect
and be in full force upon its adoption by Council, together with the Mayor’s
approval. Otherwise, it shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
Passed in Council this __________ day of ___________________, 2026.
Attest: _______________________________
Liam K. Ott, Clerk of Council

_____________________
Matthew Stroia, Mayor

Signed on: _____________________

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.b

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Administration

ITEM TYPE:

Ordinance

AGENDA SECTION:

New Business

SUBJECT:

Ordinance 45-2026, 1st Reading, Utilities Committee
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Canton to
prepare and submit an application to the Ohio Public Works
Commission (OPWC) for a grant for the Wilkshire Circle SW
Waterline Replacement Project and, if awarded, authorizing the
Mayor, to enter into an agreement for the receipt of said grant and
declaring the same to be an emergency.

DESCRIPTION:

The proposed legislation would authorize the Mayor of the City of
North Canton to prepare and submit an application to the Ohio Public
Works Commission (OPWC) for grant funding to support the
Wilkshire Circle SW Waterline Replacement Project. The legislation
is based on the need to replace the existing waterline on Wilkshire
Circle SW and seeks to obtain outside funding through the OPWC
grant program. If the grant is awarded, the ordinance further
authorizes the Mayor to enter into the necessary agreement with
OPWC to accept and receive the grant funds for the project.
Emergency passage has been requested to ensure the City can meet
the October 9, 2026 deadline for submission of the OPWC grant
application.

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ATTACHMENTS:
Ord. 45-2026 Wilkshire Circle SW OPWC Grant.docx

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North Canton City Council
Utilities Committee
ORDINANCE 45 - 2026
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Canton to prepare and submit an
application to the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) for a grant for the Wilkshire Circle
SW Waterline Replacement Project and, if awarded, authorizing the Mayor, to enter into an
agreement for the receipt of said grant and declaring the same to be an emergency.
WHEREAS, the Wilkshire Circle SW Waterline is in need of replacement; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to submit an OPWC grant application for said project, the
deadline for such submissions being October 9, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1.

That the Mayor be, and is hereby, authorized to prepare and submit an Ohio Public
Works Commission (OPWC) grant application for the Wilkshire Circle SW
Waterline Replacement Project and, if awarded, is authorized to enter into an
agreement for the receipt of the grant.

Section 2.

That if a provision of this ordinance is or becomes illegal, invalid, or unenforceable,
it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this
ordinance.

Section 3.

That this ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the preservation of the health, safety, and peace of the City of North Canton and
further necessary in order to meet the October 9, 2026 deadline for the submission
of grant applications to OPWC; wherefore, provided it receives the affirmative vote
of six or more members of Council elected thereto, this ordinance shall take effect
and be in full force upon its adoption by Council, together with the Mayor’s
approval. Otherwise, it shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
Passed in Council this __________ day of ___________________, 2026.
Attest: _______________________________
Liam K. Ott, Clerk of Council

_____________________
Matthew Stroia, Mayor

Signed on: _____________________

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.c

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Council's Office

ITEM TYPE:

Resolution

AGENDA SECTION:

New Business

SUBJECT:

Resolution 46-2026, 1st Reading, Ordinance and Rules
Committee
A resolution suspending the requirement of verbatim minutes as the
official record of proceedings for City Council as provided in Section
111.03(b), beginning July 9, 2026 and ending on December 31, 2026,
and declaring the same to be an emergency.

DESCRIPTION:

The proposed legislation would temporarily suspend the requirement
in Section 111.03(b) of the North Canton Codified Ordinances that
City Council proceedings be recorded through verbatim minutes. The
action was prompted by the City’s July 8, 2026 notification that its
court reporting firm would no longer provide verbatim minute
services. As the Office of City Council evaluates alternative options
for maintaining Council records, the resolution authorizes the use of
summary minutes as the official record of proceedings from July 9,
2026 through December 31, 2026. Emergency passage has been
requested to ensure the continued maintenance of Council records
during the evaluation period.

ATTACHMENTS:
Res. 46-2026 Resolution Suspending Verbatim Minutes Requirement for City Council.docx

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North Canton City Council
Ordinance and Rules Committee
RESOLUTION 46 - 2026
A resolution suspending the requirement of verbatim minutes as the official record of
proceedings for City Council as provided in Section 111.03(b), beginning July 9, 2026 and ending
on December 31, 2026, and declaring the same to be an emergency.
WHEREAS, on July 8, 2026, the City was notified that its existing court reporting firm,
which provided verbatim meeting minutes, would no longer be providing such services; and
WHEREAS, following this notification, the Office of City Council began evaluating
available options for the continued maintenance of City Council’s records of proceedings; and
WHEREAS, while the evaluation is being conducted, City Council wishes to suspend the
requirement of verbatim minutes as the official record of proceedings as provided in Section
111.03(b) to allow for summary minutes to be taken, effective from July 9, 2026 through December
31, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
CANTON, COUNTY OF STARK, AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1.

That this Council does hereby suspend the requirement of verbatim minutes as the
official record of proceedings as provided in Section 111.03(b) to allow for
summary minutes to be taken, effective from July 9, 2026 to December 31, 2026.

Section 2.

This Council hereby ratifies the approval of the minutes from July 9, 2026 to
December 31, 2026 as the official minutes and waives the requirement of verbatim
minutes in Section 111.03(b) for those meetings.

Section 3.

That if a provision of this resolution is or becomes illegal, invalid, or unenforceable,
it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this
resolution.

Section 4.

That this resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the preservation of the health, safety, and peace of the City of North Canton and
further necessary to ensure the record of proceedings for City Council is maintained
until a full evaluation of available options has been completed by the Office of City
Council, wherefore, provided it receives the affirmative vote of six or more
members of Council elected thereto, this resolution shall take effect and be in full
force upon its adoption by Council, together with the Mayor’s approval. Otherwise,
it shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.

Passed in Council this __________ day of ___________________, 2026.
Attest: _______________________________
Liam K. Ott, Clerk of Council

_____________________
Matthew Stroia, Mayor

Signed on: _____________________

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 12.a

Item Cover Page

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT
DATE:

September 28, 2026

SUBMITTED BY:

Council's Office

ITEM TYPE:

Non-Legislation Council Items

AGENDA SECTION:

Executive Session

SUBJECT:

Upon a successful motion and roll call vote Council may enter into an
executive session for the purpose of discussing the appointment of a
public employee as permitted by ORC 121.22(G)(1).

DESCRIPTION:
ATTACHMENTS:

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