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The Twinsburg City Council approved several key measures during their June 24 meeting, including donating radio equipment to neighboring police departments and passing a resolution opposing state legislation that could impact local funding.
GOVERNMENT
Council Approves Radio Equipment Donations
Council unanimously approved emergency resolutions to donate surplus radio equipment to Norton and Bedford police departments. Chief Mason attended the meeting to thank council for their consideration of the donations.
The city will donate the radios rather than incur disposal costs for the decommissioned equipment. Bedford will receive 27 slightly used radios while Norton will also receive equipment no longer needed by Twinsburg.
Opposition to House Bill 335 Passes
In a 6-1 vote, council passed an emergency resolution opposing House Bill 335, which seeks to eliminate inside millage and transfer local budgetary authority to county budget commissions. The bill aims to deliver $3.5 billion in property tax relief to Ohio residents.
Council President David Post supported the resolution, citing concerns about protecting city finances. Council member Bill Furey cast the lone dissenting vote, stating he had never voted to oppose legislation in Columbus during his 20 years of service.
The resolution will be forwarded to the Ohio General Assembly. Finance Director Christina Conway had informed council during an earlier finance committee meeting that inside millage would not be included in the current version of the bill.
Sign Ordinance Amendment Approved
Council unanimously passed an ordinance reducing the time limit for temporary yard signs from 120 days back to 40 days. The Planning Commission had recommended the change after challenges with sign removal over the past year.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Second Shred Day Scheduled
Mayor Sam Scaffidi announced a second document shredding event for June 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at the public works department. The original June 14 event exceeded capacity by 10:30 a.m., processing over 1,000 tons of documents.
Residents must bring proof of residency such as a driver’s license or current utility bill. The service costs the city $500 per hour for the truck.
Pool and Fitness Center Closure
The fitness center will close July 7-9 for electrical panel repairs on the school side of the building. The work was initially scheduled for June 27-30 but was postponed when the contractor had to reschedule.
RECREATION
Rock the Park Success Continues
Council member Chuck Bonacci praised the first Rock the Park concert of the season and reminded residents of upcoming shows. The next performance features Journey tribute band Escape on June 27.
Mayor Scaffidi reported strong golf course revenue, including an $11,000 day last week at Glen Eagles during good weather conditions.
SERVICE REMEMBRANCE
The city lost longtime service department employee Eric Friedt, who passed away unexpectedly in his sleep. Friedt had served the city for 28 years. Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council member Scott Barr reported that the Planning Commission approved the sign ordinance amendment and appointed city planner Lynn Muter to the Twinsburg CRA Housing Council. He also highlighted the city’s notification system at mytwinsburg.com where residents can sign up for meeting alerts and city updates.
The finance committee met before the council session with all members attending to review quarterly reports and discuss House Bill 335.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
- Tax Incentive Review Committee: June 25, noon
- Safety Committee: July 8, 6 p.m.
- Finance Committee: August 26, 6 p.m.
- Parks and Recreation Commission: June 26, 6:30 p.m.
BLOOD DRIVES
Two blood drives are scheduled: June 25 at Hilton Garden Inn from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and July 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. sponsored by Twinsburg Fire Department with giveaways toward a car purchase.
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