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DOCKET OF A MEETING OF LAKEWOOD CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS JULY 21, 2025 7:30 P.M. The Regular Meetings of Lakewood City Council shall be held on the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:30 P.M., except that when such meeting date falls on a holiday such meeting shall instead be held on the following day. A Docket and Agenda of the business proposed to be transacted by Council will be available in the Clerk’ s Office and on the City’ s website www.lakewoodoh. gov the Friday before a Council meeting. Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations for participation in meetings must request accommodations at least 3 business days ahead of the scheduled meeting. Contact Michelle Nochta at (216) 529-5906 michelle. nochta@lakewoodoh. net. Protocol for public comment can be found at the end of this docket. The public may view a livestream of the meeting at the following link. www.lakewoodoh. gov/councilvideos I. Pledge of Allegiance II. Moment of Silence III. Roll Call IV. Reading & disposal of the minutes i. Reading & disposal of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held July 7, 2025. V. Reports, legislation and communications from Members of Council, the Mayor and other City Officials. OLD BUSINESS*** 1. Report from Committee of the Whole meetings held July 14, 2025 & July 21st. ( to be provided) 2. S. ORDINANCE 16-2025 – AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council to enact Section 901.23 Complete Streets of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood, to address the livability and safety needs of Lakewood by building upon efforts to promote an equitable multimodal transportation system. ( 1st read and referred to COW & PC 4/21/25; 2nd reading 5/5/25) (pg. 1) http:// mailto:michelle.nochta@lakewoo http://www.lakewoodoh.gov/

3. S. ORDINANCE 17-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force at the earliest period allowed by law, enacting Chapter 161 Complete and Active Streets Education & Advisory Board, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood, to establish a permanent Complete and Active Streets Education & Advisory Board for the purpose of collaborating with City officials regarding facilitating safe, effective, and enjoyable multi-modal community usage of public right of way corridors. 1st read and referred to COW & PC 4/21/25; 2nd reading 5/5/25) (pg. 7) 4. Report from the Finance Committee meeting held July 21, 2025 ( to be provided) 5. ORDINANCE 21-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the transfer and advance of certain funds. ( 1st read and referred to Finance 6/16/25; 2nd reading 7/7/2025) pg. 11) 6. ORDINANCE 22-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force at the earliest period allowed by law, to establish appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures of the City of Lakewood, State of Ohio, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. ( 1st read & referred to COW 7/7/2025) ( pg. 13) NEW BUSINESS*** 7. RESOLUTION 2025-35 - A RESOLUTION to recognize the Lakewood Rangers High School Varsity Baseball team on its historic 2025 season, winning the District Title for the first time in 32 years, and reaching the Elite 8 in the OHSAA state baseball tournament. ( pg. 27) 8. Report from Vice President Baker regarding LakewoodAlive Board of Directors Meeting held July 16, 2025. ( pg. 29) 9. Communication from Councilmember Bullock regarding proposed rules for Airbnb to ensure quality, safety, and accountability on operations. ( pg. 30) 10. ORDINANCE 23-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, enacting new Section 783 Short Term Rentals and new Section 1161.03(cc) Short Term Rentals of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances. ( pg. 33) 11. Communication from Mayor George regarding 2025 Grand Marshall of the 4th of July Parade. ( pg. 35) 12. RESOLUTION 2025- 36 - A RESOLUTION to thank the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department for participating as the 2025 Grand Marshal in the City of Lakewood 4th of July Parade. ( pg. 36)

13. Communication from Planning Director Byington regarding Sale of Property – Former Lakewood Hospital. ( pg. 37) 14. ORDINANCE 24-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the City of Lakewood, Ohio to transfer title to certain real property located within the City and enter into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Belle Ave Partners, LLC for the purpose of supporting the redevelopment of certain real property in the City of Lakewood. ( pg. 38) 15. Communication from Planning Director Byington regarding Former Lakewood Hospital Site – Establishment of Tax Increment Financing ( TIF). (pg. 50) 16. ORDINANCE 25-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council declaring improvement to real property within the City of Lakewood, Ohio to be a public purpose; exempting such improvement from real property taxation; requiring the owners of the property to make service payments in lieu of real property taxes; establishing an urban redevelopment tax increment equivalent fund for the deposit of service payments, making related authorizations pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Sections 5709.41, 5709.42, 5709.43 and 5709.83; and authorizing a service payment agreement in connection with the same. ( pg. 51) 17. Communication from Planning Director Byington regarding Transit Feasibility Study. pg.73) 18. Communication from the Planning Department regarding 2025 Community Planning Services Program Grant: Public Art Master Plan. ( pg. 112) 19. RESOLUTION 2025-37 - A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it receives the vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept a grant from the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission to complete a Public Art Master Plan estimated at $83,000 which requires a 15% match. ( pg. 113) 20. Communication from Fire Chief Fairbanks regarding the Sale of Retired Rescue Boat. ( pg. 114) 21. RESOLUTION 2025- 38 - A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the Director of Finance to sell a 2012 Ribcraft rescue boat to the City of Lorain for $10,000. ( pg. 115) 22. Communication from Fire Chief Fairbanks regarding Neighborhood Paramedic Program Update. ( pg. 117) LIQUOR PERMITS*** 23. Liquor Permit Notice – Aladdin’ s Natural Eatery @ 14536- 38 Detroit Ave. (pg. 118)

24. Liquor Permit Notice – EuroGyro @ 13429 Madison Ave. (pg. 119) 25. Liquor Permit Notice – DJT Industries @ 18196 Sloane Ave. (pg. 120) PUBLIC COMMENT**** PUBLIC COMMENT PROTOCOL The public is invited to comment on an agenda item or to make comments unrelated to the agenda during the designated public comment period at the end of the meeting. Rules of decorum are outlined in LCO 121.08. Written Comments Please submit written public comment through the eComment platform available HERE. Written comments must be submitted in advance of the meeting. Written comments not related to topics on the agenda may be submitted under the Public Comment portion of the agenda ( at the end). Requests to Speak in Person The public is invited to attend the meeting and make comments in-person. Please use the signup sheets available in the auditorium. Staff members will be available to help you sign in. ANNOUNCEMENTS*** https://

1 ORDINANCE NO. 16-2025 By: Baker, Kepple, & Strebig An ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council to enact Section 901.23 Complete Streets of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood, to address the livability and safety needs of Lakewood by building upon efforts to promote an equitable multimodal transportation system; WHEREAS, the main objectives of Complete Streets are to design, build, and maintain roads, including multi-use trails, that safely and comfortably accommodate all users of roadways of all ages and abilities, including pedestrians, bicyclists, shared mobility device users, motorcyclists, public transit riders, motorists, delivery and service personnel, freight haulers, and emergency responders; WHEREAS, on April 15, 2024, City Council adopted Resolution 2023- 73 that adopted the Active Transportation Plan and accompanying Safe Streets for All Plan, which incorporate Complete Street elements in road design and construction; WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood has long been a proponent of accommodating all modes of transportation within the public right-of-way, including but not limited to travel by pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, motorists, emergency and commercial vehicle operators, and includes people of all ages and abilities; WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood recognizes the importance of meeting the transportation needs of all its residents and visitors by providing street networks that safely connect the community, creating a more livable and welcoming community to all residents and visitors, regardless of age or ability; WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood was developed as a dense, walkable, streetcar community whereby public rights- of-way were designed with tree- lined streets, sidewalks, and other amenities to support public transit, vehicular, and active modes of transportation; WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood is committed to the preserving and enhancing a network of streets that will continue to encourage economic growth, protect property values, eliminate serious and fatal crashes through safety improvements, improve public health and fitness, reduce harmful emissions, and reduce the overall demand on our roadways by allowing people to replace motor vehicle trips with sustainable transportation options while also improving the environmental and social well-being of citizens; WHEREAS, continued support of Complete Streets principles enhances and increases the overall capacity of the City's transportation network for all users; WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood recognizes that non-motorized transportation options are an important means of transportation, with significant benefits for the environment and public health; 1st read & referred to COW & PC 4/ 21/ 25; 2nd reading 5/ 5/ 25 Please substitute for the original 001

2 WHEREAS, the goals of Complete Streets are to preserve and enhance a comprehensive, integrated, and connected transportation network that supports dense, sustainable development and provides livable communities; to ensure safety, ease of use, and ease of transfer between modes for all users of the transportation system; and to provide context sensitive design flexibility for different types of streets, areas and users; WHEREAS, the Administration agrees that Complete Streets promotes. the safety of all roadway users and agrees to follow the procedures outlined in Section 901.23 Complete Streets of the Codified Ordnances of the City of Lakewood; WHEREAS, integrating sidewalks, low stress bicycle facilities, public transit amenities, and safe crossings in the initial design of a project spares the expense and complications of retrofits later; WHEREAS, Complete Streets may include facilities and amenities, including but not limited to: sidewalks and pedestrian safety improvements such as medians, curb extensions and crosswalks; ADA ( Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible curb ramps and accessible pedestrian signals; transit shelters and signs and improved pedestrian and bicycle access to transit stops and stations; bicycle detection at signalized intersections, bike lanes, or shared use lanes; bicycle parking facilities; street trees, landscaping, street lighting, street furniture; pavement markings and signs; and adequate drainage facilities, including opportunities for storm water quality treatment facilities; WHEREAS, the Complete Streets Ordinance is integral to achieving the goals of Vision Zero commitment, which seeks to eliminate deaths and serious injuries from traffic crashes ( City Council passed Resolution 19-9063 in 2019 in favor of achieving Vision Zero); and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this Ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety; now, therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. That new Section 901.23 Complete Streets, of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, is hereby enacted to read as follows: 901.23 Complete Streets a) Definitions. For purposes of this ordinance, the following terms, not defined in the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood, shall mean: 1) “ Active Transportation” means being physically active for the purpose of transportation typically biking or walking). 002

3 2) “ Active Transportation Plan” means the Safe Streets for Lakewood Active Transportation Plan and Safe Streets for Lakewood Safety Action Plan adopted by Lakewood City Council on April 15, 2024, pursuant to Resolution Number 2023- 73. Any update or amendment to the Active Transportation Plan will be referred to as the Active Transportation Plan. 3) “ Complete Streets” means the City’ s commitment to ensure that, when possible, a. Roads safely and comfortably accommodate users including pedestrians, bicyclists, mobility device users, motorcyclists, public transit users and motorists; and b. Roadway projects preserve or add to the prevalence of trees and vegetation across Lakewood, as well as best practices for stormwater management; and c. Roadway projects use sustainable materials (to the extent practicable). 4) “ Connectivity” means the level to which travel routes are safe, accessible and convenient for road users to use across varying distances without gaps. 5) “ Planning Commission” means the Lakewood Planning Commission as defined and authorized in Section 7.2 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood. 6) “ Transportation Project” means any project ( i) for which the City is the sponsor and is responsible for the scope of work; and ( ii) which requires the new construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or mill and fill of at least a majority of any right- of-way, road, street, intersection, or transportation facility. A Transportation Project does not include routine maintenance, emergency maintenance, a water main project, or a sewer project so long as the preceding projects do not require a mill and fill or reconstruction of more than a majority of a right- of-way, road, street, intersection, or transportation facility. For any Transportation Project that is administered by a third party, such as, but not limited to, the Ohio Department of Transportation, Cuyahoga County, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, or a developer, the City will request and encourage those third parties to follow the process outlined herein. 7) “ Tier I Transportation Project” means any Transportation Project that involves a Route or Intersections and Crossings identified for Complete Streets implementation in the Active Transportation Plan. “ Tier I Transportation Project” also means Detroit Avenue if undergoing reconstruction, rehabilitation, or mill and fill of at least a majority of the street and if the other elements of the definition of “Transportation Project” above are met. 8) “ Tier II Transportation Project” means any Transportation Project that involves (i) any Route and Intersection and Crossings not specifically identified for Complete Streets implementation in the Active Transportation Plan; ( ii) a single crosswalk undergoing construction or repair; (iii) a Tier 1 Transportation Project under construction or repair pursuant to a government consent decree; or (iv) any Tier 1 Transportation Project funded in whole by Community Development Block Grant funds provided by the U.S. Department of Urban Development (“ CDBG Project”) if that CDBG Project was unexpected or not reasonably foreseeable . 003

4 b) The City of Lakewood Departments will consider and strive to implement Complete Streets principles in the transportation planning process for the design and construction of Transportation Projects in the public right-of-way. The design and development of any Transportation Project should improve conditions for all users by: 1) Considering accommodations for users of all ages and abilities and being sensitive to the context of the project setting. Complete streets are not a one size fits all; every project may look different. 2) Designing context- appropriate facilities in accordance with available standards and guidance that best ensures safety and efficient operation for all users. The design of facilities for bicyclists, pedestrians and transit facilities should consider recognized design guidelines and standards, such as the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Multi Modal Design Guide, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, AASHTO’s Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, the Institute of Transportation Engineers ITE) Context Solutions Guide, Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines, Public Right- of-Way Accessibility Guidelines ( PROWAG), Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA) Separated Bike Lane Design Guide, National Association of Transportation City Officials ( NACTO) Design Guides and other recognized and acceptable design publications. 3) Prioritizing safety equally for all modes of transportation. Safety improvements for any one mode will not be minimized to achieve an improved level of service for any other mode. 4) Coordinating with adjacent jurisdictions to ensure consistency of facilities. 5) Including the transit agency ( if applicable) in the project development process to ensure that sufficient accommodation of transit vehicles and access to transit facilities is provided. 6) Demonstrating how the project advances multimodal Connectivity and access to adjacent land uses and destinations within the corridor. 7) Anticipating likely future demand for all modes and not preclude the provision of future improvements. 8) Utilizing design criteria based on the thoughtful application of engineering, architectural and urban design principles such that all projects make the City a more appealing, enjoyable, and sustainable place in which to live and work. 9) Recognizing that street trees are a critical component of public infrastructure and shall be considered for all projects. Priority shall be given to native species and must be appropriate for the site. 10) Considering sidewalks, bike facilities, street crossings, pedestrian signals, signs, street furniture, transit stops and facilities, lighting, public art, and connectivity pathways so that all modes and pedestrians, including people with disabilities, can travel safely and independently. c) Process for Tier I Transportation Projects beginning construction in 2027 and later, but reasonable efforts will be made to have some public process for Tier I Transportation Projects scheduled for construction in 2026. 004

5 1) Stage I Submission. The Public Works Department agrees to submit a schematic or conceptual predesign description of all Tier I Transportation Projects to the Planning Commission for input and recommendation (“ Stage I Submission”). The Stage I Submission will, at a minimum, include existing conditions, proposed Complete Street elements ( as outlined in Active Transportation Plan or as recommended by the City Engineer as conditions change), and a description (which may be orally given) of why certain Complete Street elements are not feasible ( if applicable). The Stage I Submission is a forum for the public and Planning Commission to give input and feedback on Complete Streets implementation. Based upon public input, Planning Commission may provide a list of suggestions for inclusion in the Stage II Submission. To the extent a Tier I Transportation Project is very complex, the Stage I Submission may come back to Planning Commission for additional input. 2) Stage II Submission. After taking feedback from the Stage I Submission, the Public Works Department agrees to make a Stage II Submission to Planning Commission showing a final plan and include the reasons (which may be orally given) for the elements in the final plan. The Planning Commission will review the Stage II Submission and provide a forum to allow the public to see the final plan for all Tier I Transportation Projects. The Planning Commission’ s role after the Stage II Submission is to receive and file the Stage II Submission. The final decision on the design of Tier I Transportation Projects will remain within the sole discretion of the City Engineer and Public Works Department. The City Engineer will duly consider the input received through the Planning Commission process in reaching its decision. d) Process for Tier II Transportation Projects. The City Engineer and Public Works Department will make best efforts to include Complete Street elements in all Tier II Transportation Projects. The final decision rests with the City Engineer and Public Works Department with considerations being safety, funding, costs, timing, feasibility, and legal constraints. e) The Active Transportation Plan will be updated, refreshed, or revisited at least every ten 10) years. f) Starting with Transportation Projects constructed in 2027, the Department of Planning and Development, with the assistance of the City Engineer, will prepare an annual report to be presented to City Council and Planning Commission, which will include the following items, if available: 1) Linear feet of sidewalks built and repaired; 2) Number of ADA accessible curb ramps built; 3) Number of bicycle amenities built by type; 4) Number of citywide trees planted related to Transportation Projects; 5) Type of crosswalk and intersections improvements; 6) Any pre- and post-Transportation speed or crash data (if available); 7) Five ( 5) year outlook for upcoming Transportation Projects; 005

6 8) Data on Lakewood’ s Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program; 9) Information on any CDBG Project that was unexpected or not reasonably foreseeable that was implemented in the past year; and 10) Any other information the City Engineer deems pertinent to Complete Streets implementation or planning in Lakewood. Section 2. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the adoption of this Ordinance were passed in an open meeting of this Council, and that all deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action, were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements including R.C. Section 121.22. Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 006

ORDINANCE NO. 17-2025 BY: Kepple, Baker, Strebig An ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force at the earliest period allowed by law, enacting Chapter 161 Complete and Active Streets Education & Advisory Board, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood, to establish a permanent Complete and Active Streets Education & Advisory Board for the purpose of collaborating with City officials regarding facilitating safe, effective, and enjoyable multi- modal community usage of public right of way corridors. WHEREAS, the Community Vision is the City’s long-range vision for the community upon which future policy decisions are predicated and outlines broad goals, policies, and programs to strengthen the environmental, social and economic well- being of the community; and, WHEREAS, on April 15, 2024, City Council passed Resolution 2023-73 that adopted the Active Transportation Plan and accompanying Safe Streets for All Plan, which incorporate Complete Street elements in road design and construction and lays out a strategic plan in furtherance of the following goals identified in the Community Vision: Build and maintain infrastructure to support active lifestyles. Make transportation decisions that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote wellness. Expand the dedicated bicycle network city-wide. Improve and maintain the existing transportation infrastructure considering universal design, affordability, and environmental impact. Adopt “vision zero” goal to reduce motor-vehicle related deaths to zero; and, WHEREAS, on March 20, 2023, City Council passed Resolution 2023- 15 adopting the Climate Action Plan, which, among other things, identified increasing Active Transportation through community buy-in and infrastructure as a big move toward net-zero emissions; and, WHEREAS, on November 20, 2023, City Council passed Resolution 2023-51 adopting the Americans with Disabilities Act Self- Evaluation and Transition Plan which outlines the necessary steps to become compliant with the requirements of Title II of the ADA including the Public Right of Way; and, WHEREAS, on October 3, 2022, City Council passed a resolution authorizing a consent decree with the US Department of Justice further committing the City of Lakewood to the Integrated Wet Weather Improvement Plan to guide the implementation of sewer improvements in a cost-effective and continuous manner; and, 1st read & referred to COW & PC 4/ 21/ 25; 2nd reading 5/ 5/ 25 Please substitute for the original 007

WHEREAS, these interconnected and large-scale infrastructure plans require significant financial and staffing resources and are budgeted over a multi- year timeframe; and, WHEREAS, while the City continues to invest in long-term, permanent infrastructure in furtherance of these goals, citizens have an active role to play in furthering a safe multi- modal transportation culture, providing lived experience perspective on short- term solutions, and helping to educate and inform; and, WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety; now, therefore BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. Chapter 161, Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board is hereby enacted to read as follows: 161.01 ESTABLISHMENT; PURPOSE. The Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board is hereby established with the responsibility of collaborating with City officials regarding facilitating safe, effective, and accessible enjoyable multi-modal community usage of public right of way corridors, encouraging walking and biking as part of a transportation system, educating and increasing community awareness of traffic, pedestrian, bicycle, and personal mobility device safety and accessibility, working with the City to expand community knowledge of and implement recommendations in the Active Transportation Plan and Safe Streets for All Plan, providing diverse lived experiences of right- of-way usage to City officials to inform safety interventions to reduce speeding and create a safer transportation experience for all users, coordinating with City commissions, committees, departments and other pertinent organizations. 161.02 MEMBERSHIP The Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board shall be composed of seven volunteer members: four members shall be appointed by Council and three members shall be appointed by the Mayor. Membership of the Board should, to the extent practicable, be made up of at least one each of the following: 008

a) A community member with significant lived experience navigating City rights of way as a motorist; b) A community member with significant lived experience navigating the City rights of way as a pedestrian; c) Two community members with significant lived experience navigating the City rights of way with a disability; d) A community member with significant lived experience navigating the City rights of way as a cyclist; e) A community member with significant lived experience navigating the City rights of way as a public transit user; f) A community member with significant lived experience navigating the City rights of way with children; g) The Planning Director or the Director’ s designee shall be Secretary of the Board and serve as a non-voting member; h) The Public Works director or designee shall be an ex-officio member; i) The Public Information Officer shall be an ex-officio member; j) City Council shall appoint an ex-officio non-voting member to serve as liaison. k) A representative from the School District shall also be invited to serve as an ex-officio member. 161.03 TERMS a) Members of the Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board serve a term of three calendar years and receive no compensation for service. Initial appointment for members listed in Section 161.02 (a) through ( e) shall be staggered so that no more than two members’ terms expire in a single calendar year. b) Member absences due to illness, emergency or other unavoidable reason may be excused by majority vote by the remaining board members. Any member with two or more unexcused absences may be removed from the Board ; 161.04 PUBLIC RECORDS AND REPORTING DUTIES a) The Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board shall meet at least quarterly, except when there is no business to conduct, and may meet more 009

frequently to consider specific projects or other matters as may be necessary. and may be called by the Chair or a majority of members. b) Any member who is unable to attend a meeting, whether regular or special, shall notify the Secretary as soon as possible to report whether a quorum can be established. c) All meetings of the Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board shall be open to the public and a record of its business be maintained by its Secretary. d) The Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board City Council liaison shall arrange for the Board to provide an annual update to City Council. 161.05 BYLAWS AND RULES OF OPERATION The Complete & Active Streets Education & Advisory Board shall elect a Chair from its voting membership and shall be empowered to adopt its own bylaws and rules which shall be consistent with this chapter, all other ordinances and the Charter of the City and laws of the State. Section 2. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the adoption of this Ordinance were passed in an open meeting of this Council, and that all deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action, were in meetings open to the public , in compliance with all legal requirements including R.C. Section 121.22. Section 3. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety, and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this ordinance, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 010

ORDINANCE NO. BY: AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the transfer and advance of certain funds. WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments to provide for the usual daily operation of the City in that the City must record all financial transactions within the appropriate fiscal period. Now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO Section 1. That the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to make the following transfers: Section 2. The Third Amended Charter published in the Codified Ordinances is the official charter of the City of Lakewood. Section 3. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this ordinance were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and that all such deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements. 2025 3rd Quarter Fund Transfers Out Transfers In 101 General Fund 325,000.00$ Special Revenue Funds 250 Office on Aging IIIB 225,000.00$ 530 Winterhurst 100,000.00$ Debt Service Payments 512 WWTP Improvements 500,000.00$ 301 Debt Service Fund 500,000.00$ 512 WWTP Improvements 325,000.00$ 511 WWTP 325,000.00$ 21-2025 1st read and referred to Finance 6/ 16/ 25; 2nd reading 7/ 7/ 25 011

Section 4. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this ordinance, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 012

ORDINANCE NO. BY: AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force at the earliest period allowed by law, to establish appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures of the City of Lakewood, State of Ohio, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments in that the City must record all financial transactions within the appropriate fiscal period. Now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO Section 1. That to provide for the personal services and other appropriations of the City of Lakewood for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, the sums summarized on the attached Exhibit A, incorporated herein by reference, are hereby appropriated and authorized for encumbrance and/or expenditure as provided herein. Section 2. That further all existing encumbrances in all funds of the City of Lakewood shall be carried forward. Section 3. That all expenditures hereinbefore authorized and to the amount authorized shall be made in accordance with the line items of Exhibit B as adopted by the Council of the City of Lakewood and made a part hereof, and that any disbursements within any line item set forth in Exhibit B may be paid out of the appropriation. Section 4. That any amount encumbered in a year prior to fiscal year 2025 in any and all funds of the City of Lakewood are hereby appropriated for the purpose of expenditure in 2025 or thereafter. 22-2025 1st read & referred to COW 7/ 7/ 25 013

Section 5. That the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to draw checks upon the City depository for the amounts appropriated in this ordinance whenever claims are presented, properly approved by the head of the department for which the indebtedness is incurred. Section 6. The Third Amended Charter published in the Codified Ordinances is the official charter of the City of Lakewood. Section 7. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this ordinance were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and that all such deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements. Section 8. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this ordinance, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: ___________ _________________________________ Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: ___________ _________________________________ Meghan F. George, Mayor 014

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit A Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 2025 2025 Fund Appropriation Appropriation General Fund 60,993,687$ 60,993,687$ -$ Special Revenue Funds State Highway Improvement Fund 210,000 210,000 -$ Street Const., Maint., & Repair Fund 3,232,307 3,232,307 -$ Litter Control Grant Fund 5,000 5,000 -$ Community Festival Fund 4,618 4,618 -$ Police Pension Fund 2,377,981 2,377,981 -$ Firemen's Pension Fund 2,642,251 2,642,251 -$ Law Enforcement Trust Fund 100,450 100,450 -$ Drug Enforcement Trust Fund 8,000 8,000 -$ Federal Forfeiture Fund 35,000 35,000 -$ D.A.R.E. Fund 10,000 10,000 -$ Indigent Driver's Alcohol Treatment Fund 60,000 60,000 -$ Enforcement & Education Fund 25,500 25,500 -$ Political Subdivision Fund 10,000 10,000 -$ Computer Maintenance Fund 30,000 30,000 -$ Court Special Projects Fund 211,613 211,613 -$ Court Probation Services Fund 43,000 43,000 -$ Indigent Drivers Interlock & Alcohol Monitoring Fund 61,000 61,000 -$ Community Development Block Grant Fund 3,258,930 3,258,930 -$ Emergency Shelter Grant Fund 247,270 247,270 -$ HOME Investment Partnerships Program Fund 2,158,860 2,158,860 -$ Office on Aging IIIB Fund 1,259,174 1,259,174 -$ Lakewood Hospital S.R. Fund 5,669,500 5,669,500 -$ Help To Others Fund 107,044 107,044 -$ Juvenile Diversion Program Fund 41,396 41,396 -$ FEMA Fund - - -$ Opioid Settlement Fund 50,000 50,000 -$ Family to Family Fund 989,407 989,407 -$ ARP Local Fiscal Recovery Fund 6,700,000 6,700,000 -$ Total Special Revenue Funds 29,548,301$ 29,548,301$ -$ Bond Retirement Fund 14,297,600 14,297,600 - TIF Bond Retirement Fund 223,000 223,000 - Total Debt Service Funds 14,520,600$ 14,520,600$ -$ Capital Improvement Fund 9,525,000 9,525,000 - Land Acquisition Fund - 1,500,000 1,500,000 City Park Improvement Fund - - - TIF Capital Improvement Fund - - - Total Capital Projects Funds 9,525,000$ 11,025,000$ 1,500,000$ Water Operating Fund 28,196,368 28,196,368 - Wastewater Collection Fund 24,661,136 24,661,136 - Wastewater Treatment Fund 20,914,722 20,914,722 - Wastewater Improvement Fund 3,360,000 3,360,000 - Parking Facilities Fund 703,774 703,774 - Winterhurst Ice Rink Fund 3,344,650 3,344,650 - Total Enterprise Funds 81,180,651$ 81,180,651$ -$ Hospitalization Fund 9,605,000 9,605,000 - Workers Compensation Fund 540,400 540,400 - Total Internal Service Funds 10,145,400$ 10,145,400$ -$ TOTALS 205,913,639$ 207,413,639$ 1,500,000$ Increase / Reduction) Nov 2024-Jun 2025 1 of 1 015

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 General Government Council Personal Services 274,299 274,299 - Other 68,370 68,370 - Division Total 342,669 342,669 0 Municipal Court Personal Services 1,930,306 1,930,306 - Other 219,650 219,650 - Division Total 2,149,956 2,149,956 0 Civil Service Personal Services 110,797 110,797 - Other 71,200 71,200 - Division Total 181,997 181,997 0 Mayor's Office Personal Services 373,956 373,956 - Other 29,815 29,815 - Division Total 403,771 403,771 0 Human Resources Personal Services 266,827 266,827 - Other 60,849 60,849 - Division Total 327,676 327,676 0 Community Relations Personal Services 221,703 221,703 - Other 63,505 63,505 - Division Total 285,208 285,208 0 Finance Department Personal Services 807,751 807,751 - Other 136,250 136,250 - Division Total 944,001 944,001 0 Income Tax Personal Services 718,233 718,233 - Other 1,329,250 1,329,250 - Division Total 2,047,483 2,047,483 0 Information Technology Personal Services 581,011 581,011 - Other 1,687,298 1,687,298 - Division Total 2,268,309 2,268,309 0 General Fund 1 of 11 016

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 General Administration Personal Services 256,000 256,000 - Other 3,320,950 3,320,950 - Division Total 3,576,950 3,576,950 0 Law Department Personal Services 735,876 735,876 - Other 163,750 163,750 - Division Total 899,626 899,626 0 Planning & Development Personal Services 605,606 605,606 - Other 255,850 255,850 - Division Total 861,456 861,456 0 Vital Statistics Personal Services 168,569 168,569 0 Other 421,859 421,859 - Division Total 590,428 590,428 0 Public Safety Police & Law Enforcement Personal Services 13,939,794 13,939,794 - Other 870,024 870,024 - Division Total 14,809,818 14,809,818 0 Police & Fire Communications (Dispatch) Personal Services 1,246,118 1,246,118 - Other 16,500 16,500 - Division Total 1,262,618 1,262,618 0 Support of Prisoners Personal Services 213,758 213,758 - Other 142,998 142,998 - Division Total 356,756 356,756 0 Animal Control Personal Services 259,764 259,764 - Other 34,300 34,300 - Division Total 294,064 294,064 0 School Guards Personal Services 261,831 261,831 - Other 1,000 1,000 - Division Total 262,831 262,831 0 2 of 11 017

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Firefighting, Prevention & Inspection Personal Services 12,499,120 12,499,120 - Other 989,500 989,500 - Division Total 13,488,620 13,488,620 0 Building & Housing Personal Services 1,511,498 1,511,498 - Other 232,950 232,950 - Division Total 1,744,448 1,744,448 0 Public Works Public Works Administration Personal Services 122,893 122,893 0 Other 9,050 9,050 - Division Total 131,943 131,943 0 Street Lighting Other 600,000 600,000 - Division Total 600,000 600,000 0 Parks & Public Property Personal Services 2,097,204 2,097,204 - Other 1,168,650 1,168,650 - Division Total 3,265,854 3,265,854 0 Security Personal Services 196,265 196,265 - Other - - - Division Total 196,265 196,265 0 Band Concerts Personal Services - - - Other 20,000 20,000 - Division Total 20,000 20,000 0 Museums Other 37,800 37,800 - Division Total 37,800 37,800 0 July 4th Festival Personal Services 31,172 31,172 - Other 93,650 93,650 - Division Total 124,822 124,822 0 Tennis Courts Other 13,700 13,700 - Division Total 13,700 13,700 0 3 of 11 018

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Forestry Personal Services 428,416 428,416 - Other 392,576 392,576 - Division Total 820,992 820,992 0 Refuse & Recycling Personal Services 2,807,008 2,807,008 - Other 2,422,535 2,422,535 - Division Total 5,229,543 5,229,543 0 Fleet Management Personal Services 1,163,485 1,163,485 - Other 1,178,300 1,178,300 - Division Total 2,341,785 2,341,785 0 Engineering Personal Services 203,389 203,389 - Other 19,675 19,675 - Division Total 223,064 223,064 0 Human Services Human Services Administration Personal Services 347,328 347,328 - Other 47,080 47,080 - Division Total 394,408 394,408 0 Early Childhood Personal Services 105,741 105,741 - Other 10,000 10,000 - Division Total 115,741 115,741 0 Youth Services Personal Services 376,286 376,286 - Other 2,800 2,800 - Division Total 379,086 379,086 0 Total General Fund Personal Services 44,862,003 44,862,003 0 Other 16,131,684 16,131,684 0 Totals 60,993,687 60,993,687 0 4 of 11 019

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Special Revenue Funds State Highway Improvement Fund Other 210,000 210,000 - Division Total 210,000 210,000 0 Fund Total 210,000 210,000 0 Street Const., Maint. Repair Fund Personal Services 2,000,032 2,000,032 - Other 1,232,275 1,232,275 - Division Total 3,232,307 3,232,307 0 Fund Total 3,232,307 3,232,307 0 Litter Control Grant Fund Other 5,000 5,000 - Division Total 5,000 5,000 0 Fund Total 5,000 5,000 0 Community Festival Fund Personal Services 4,618 4,618 - Division Total 4,618 4,618 0 Fund Total 4,618 4,618 0 Police Pension Fund Personal Services 2,377,981 2,377,981 - Other - - - Division Total 2,377,981 2,377,981 - Fund Total 2,377,981 2,377,981 - Firemen Pension Fund Personal Services 2,642,251 2,642,251 - Other - - - Division Total 2,642,251 2,642,251 0 Fund Total 2,642,251 2,642,251 0 Law Enforcement Trust Fund Personal Services - - - Other 100,450 100,450 - Division Total 100,450 100,450 0 Fund Total 100,450 100,450 0 Drug Enforcement Trust Fund Personal Services 0 Other 8,000 8,000 - Division Total 8,000 8,000 0 Fund Total 8,000 8,000 0 5 of 11 020

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Federal Forfeiture Fund Other 35,000 35,000 - Division Total 35,000 35,000 0 Fund Total 35,000 35,000 0 D.A.R.E. Fund Other 10,000 10,000 - Division Total 10,000 10,000 0 Fund Total 10,000 10,000 0 Indigent Drivers' Alcohol Treatment Fund Other 60,000 60,000 - Division Total 60,000 60,000 0 Fund Total 60,000 60,000 0 Enforcement & Education Fund Other 25,500 25,500 - Division Total 25,500 25,500 0 Fund Total 25,500 25,500 0 Political Subdivision Fund Other 10,000 10,000 - Division Total 10,000 10,000 0 Fund Total 10,000 10,000 0 Computer Maintenance Fund Other 30,000 30,000 - Division Total 30,000 30,000 0 Fund Total 30,000 30,000 0 Court Special Projects Fund Personal Services 28,863 28,863 - Other 182,750 182,750 - Division Total 211,613 211,613 0 Fund Total 211,613 211,613 0 Court Probation Services Fund Personal Services - - - Other 43,000 43,000 - Division Total 43,000 43,000 0 Fund Total 43,000 43,000 0 Indigent Drivers Interlock and Alcohol Monitoring Fund Other 61,000 61,000 - Division Total 61,000 61,000 0 Fund Total 61,000 61,000 0 6 of 11 021

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Community Development Block Grant Personal Services 578,390 578,390 - Other 2,680,540 2,680,540 - Division Total 3,258,930 3,258,930 0 Fund Total 3,258,930 3,258,930 0 Emergency Shelter Grant Fund Personal Services 6,696 6,696 - Other 240,574 240,574 - Division Total 247,270 247,270 0 Fund Total 247,270 247,270 0 HOME Investment Partnerships Program Fund Personal Services - - - Other 2,158,860 2,158,860 - Division Total 2,158,860 2,158,860 0 Fund Total 2,158,860 2,158,860 0 Neighborhood Stabilization Fund Personal Services - - - Other - - - Division Total - - 0 Fund Total - - 0 Office on Aging Fund Personal Services 1,028,749 1,028,749 - Other 230,425 230,425 - Division Total 1,259,174 1,259,174 0 Fund Total 1,259,174 1,259,174 0 Lakewood Hospital Special Revenue Fund EMS Personal Services - - - Other 28,000 28,000 - Division Total 28,000 28,000 0 Lakewood Hospital Transition Other 5,641,500 5,641,500 - Division Total 5,641,500 5,641,500 0 Fund Total 5,669,500 5,669,500 0 Help To Others Fund Personal Services 49,644 49,644 0 Other 57,400 57,400 - Division Total 107,044 107,044 0 Fund Total 107,044 107,044 0 7 of 11 022

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Juvenile Diversion Program Fund Personal Services 19,396 19,396 - Other 22,000 22,000 - Division Total 41,396 41,396 0 Fund Total 41,396 41,396 0 FEMA Fund Personal Services Other - - - Division Total - - 0 Fund Total - - 0 Family to Family Fund Personal Services 610,628 610,628 - Other 378,779 378,779 - Division Total 989,407 989,407 0 Fund Total 989,407 989,407 0 Opioid Settlement Fund Other 50,000 50,000 - Division Total 50,000 50,000 0 Fund Total 50,000 50,000 0 ARP Local Fiscal Recovery Fund ESG-CV Personal Services - Other 800,000 800,000 - Division Total 800,000 800,000 0 General Administration Personal Services - - - Other 5,900,000 5,900,000 - Division Total 5,900,000 5,900,000 0 Fund Total 6,700,000 6,700,000 0 Total Special Revenue Funds Personal Services 9,347,248 9,347,248 - Other 20,201,053 20,201,053 - Totals 29,548,301 29,548,301 0 8 of 11 023

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Debt Service Funds Bond Retirement Fund Other 14,297,600 14,297,600 - Division Total 14,297,600 14,297,600 0 Fund Total 14,297,600 14,297,600 0 TIF Bond Retirement Fund Other 223,000 223,000 - Division Total 223,000 223,000 0 Fund Total 223,000 223,000 0 Total Debt Service Funds Personal Services Other 14,520,600 14,520,600 - Totals 14,520,600 14,520,600 0 Capital Projects Funds Capital Improvement Fund Other 9,525,000 9,525,000 - Division Total 9,525,000 9,525,000 0 Fund Total 9,525,000 9,525,000 0 Land Acquisition Fund Other - 1,500,000 1,500,000 Division Total - 1,500,000 1,500,000 Fund Total - 1,500,000 1,500,000 9 of 11 024

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 City Park Improvement Fund Other - - - Division Total - - 0 Fund Total - - 0 Total Capital Improvement Funds Other 9,525,000 9,525,000 1,500,000 Totals 9,525,000 9,525,000 1,500,000 Enterprise Funds Water Operating Fund Water Administration Personal Services 323,106 323,106 0 Other 3,098,939 3,098,939 - Division Total 3,422,045 3,422,045 0 Water Distribution Personal Services 925,041 925,041 - Other 22,758,800 22,758,800 - Division Total 23,683,841 23,683,841 0 Water Metering Personal Services 517,133 517,133 - Other 573,350 573,350 - Division Total 1,090,483 1,090,483 0 Fund Total 28,196,368 28,196,368 0 Wastewater Collection Fund Personal Services 1,691,490 1,691,490 - Other 22,969,646 22,969,646 - Division Total 24,661,136 24,661,136 0 Fund Total 24,661,136 24,661,136 0 Wastewater Treatment Fund Personal Services 2,489,721 2,489,721 - Other 18,425,001 18,425,001 - Division Total 20,914,722 20,914,722 0 Fund Total 20,914,722 20,914,722 0 Wastewater Improvement Fund Other 3,360,000 3,360,000 - Division Total 3,360,000 3,360,000 0 Fund Total 3,360,000 3,360,000 0 10 of 11 025

City of Lakewood 2025 Permanent Appropriations Exhibit B Nov. 2024 Jun. 2025 Increase / (Reduction) 2025 Appropriation 2025 Appropriation Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 Parking Facilities Fund Personal Services 229,594 229,594 - Other 474,180 474,180 - Division Total 703,774 703,774 0 Fund Total 703,774 703,774 0 Winterhurst Ice Rink Fund Personal Services 34,650 34,650 - Other 3,310,000 3,310,000 - Division Total 3,344,650 3,344,650 0 Fund Total 3,344,650 3,344,650 0 Total Enterprise Funds Personal Services 6,210,735 6,210,735 0 Other 74,969,916 74,969,916 0 Totals 81,180,651 81,180,651 0 Internal Services Funds Hospitalization Fund Personal Services 8,866,000 8,866,000 - Other 739,000 739,000 - Division Total 9,605,000 9,605,000 0 Fund Total 9,605,000 9,605,000 0 Workers' Compensation Fund Personal Services 410,000 410,000 - Other 130,400 130,400 - Division Total 540,400 540,400 0 Fund Total 540,400 540,400 0 Total Internal Service Funds Personal Services 9,276,000 9,276,000 0 Other 869,400 869,400 0 Totals 10,145,400 10,145,400 0 FUND TOTALS 205,913,639 205,913,639 1,500,000 11 of 11 026

RESOLUTION NO. 2025- 35 BY: EVANS & BAKER A RESOLUTION to recognize the Lakewood Rangers High School Varsity Baseball team on its historic 2025 season, winning the District Title for the first time in 32 years, and reaching the Elite 8 in the OHSAA state baseball tournament. WHEREAS, the Lakewood Rangers have been playing high school baseball for over 100 years, and only the 1949 team advanced farther in the state tournament, finishing as state runners- up; WHEREAS, this visit to the Regional Finals marks the end of a two-year stretch that saw the Rangers Varsity Baseball team compile a 42-12 record, the best winning percentage over two seasons in the last 50 years; WHEREAS, the 2025 Rangers Baseball team went 4-0 against the difficult Southwest Conference and posted wins over local rival St. Edward High School and other tough competition, such as Avon Lake, Avon, and North Canton Hoover ( Regional Semifinal); WHEREAS, the Lakewood High School athletic department, coaches, and numerous volunteers have built a program built on practice fields, in the weight room, through a vibrant youth recreation program and partnerships with the Lakewood Baseball and Softball Associations and with other local baseball leagues and programs; WHEREAS, the amazing 2025 Varsity Baseball season is just one highlight of Lakewood Baseball in 2025, a year that saw full JV and Freshmen teams, strong attendance, and increased participation in youth baseball in all programs city-wide, and the number of former players and coaches who attend games to root on their Lakewood Rangers; and WHEREAS, win or lose, there is no better high school baseball experience in Northeast Ohio than Friday Night Under the Lights at beautiful and historic Lakewood Stadium, with Lakewood High School Alumni DJ Ray Carr on the public announcement system, music between innings, and a spirited student section, and now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate the 2025 Lakewood Varsity Baseball Team, Coach Grant Graves, and his coaching staff on its historic season that saw the Rangers reach the Elite 8 as a regional finalist for the first time since 1989. Section 2. That this Council does herby recognize and celebrate the Lakewood Rangers Varsity Baseball Team, its coaches, staff, trainers, administrators, former players, and fans for a wildly successful 2025 season, proving the best way to spend a Spring night in Lakewood is at Lakewood Stadium. Section 3. That the Clerk of Council is hereby authorized and directed to present a certified copy of this resolution to Coach Grant Graves and his assistance coaches, the Lakewood High 027

School Athletic Department, and the players on the 2025 Lakewood Ranger High School Varsity Baseball team. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 028

City of Lakewood City Council Council At Large Sarah Kepple, President Thomas R. Bullock III Angelina Hamilton Steiner Ward Council Kyle Baker, Ward 1, Vice President Bryan Evans, Ward 2 Cindy Strebig, Ward 3 Cindy Marx, Ward 4 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6055 | www.lakewoodoh.gov July 21, 2025 Lakewood City Council 12650 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Re: Proposed rules for Airbnb to ensure quality, safety, and accountability in operations Dear Mayor and Members of Council, Please see attached a proposed ordinance to provide rules by which Airbnb, or short-term rentals, in Lakewood would be required to adhere to certain rules to achieve quality, safety, and operator accountability. This is a concept draft intended to initiate a deliberation by Council and, via public input, the community at large. We expect that a fair amount of discussion will be required, that gathering views and input from a range of stakeholders will be important, and that amendments to this initial draft could be helpfully proposed. Nevertheless, we wanted to get the proposal formally introduced and considered as a first step towards providing a response to a significant amount of resident concern we have received due to Airbnb operations in a growing number of locations in Lakewood. Summary: The proposed ordinance, in brief, would establish a requirement that short-term rentals obtain a license annually from the City, which would be granted if safety, quality, and informational disclosure requirements were met and which could be revoked as a means of accountability if conditions at and operation of the property fell short of the requirements. For consideration, although not appearing in the current draft, is whether to incorporate stronger limitations or requirements as part of Lakewood’s zoning code into the ordinance. (Note: Since February 2006—before Airbnbs first arose as a practice in San Francisco in August 2008—LCO 1161.03(c) has provided for operation of bed and breakfasts as a conditional use in commercial and multiple-family residential districts.) Background: Residents have been contacting City Council to ask for relief from nuisance conditions originating at short-term rentals in their neighborhoods. Examples include: Significant alterations are made to a property in single-family districts and the property is regularly (perhaps full-time) as a short-term rental business. A long-time family home near a Lakewood public elementary school is sold to an out-of-state investor who operates the property as an Airbnb. Neighbors report noise and high traffic from parties held by short-term tenants at the property, including use of the elementary school parking lot and the need for police response to the property (fights at midnight, running through yards of neighbors). Chronic nuisance behavior (based on repeated incidents of calls to Lakewood police for drugs and other serious crimes) at an Airbnb in another neighborhood. 030

A City public records request identified as many as 68 short-term rental properties in Lakewood. In all cases, residents ask, “What rules apply to Airbnb operation? How will problems experienced by neighbors be addressed?” The City and the community would be well- served by clear answers to these questions. Housing policy and goals: As possible guiding principles to this deliberation, we outline the following considerations in framing this housing policy decision: One- and two-family homes are Lakewood’s primary tool for providing housing to school-aged kids. Given trends in population and family-size, the Lakewood Board of Education is experiencing school enrollment numbers below projected and desired levels. As such, we make the argument that the City should do everything we can to make available affordable, safe, and quality housing for families with school-aged children. The use and management of properties in our residentially zoned districts is directly related to this priority. National market trends (inflation, interest rates, and demographic patterns) have led to rising housing prices regionally, and Lakewood’s desirability has compounded this to raise our housing prices still further. This, in turn, impacts family decisions about whether and when to buy and even whether to move to a different city. Business use of homes in residential districts reduces the supply of housing units and adds still more upward pressure on housing prices. Arguably, properties in residential zones are not intended to be primarily financial instruments (investments) but rather homes for families. While city government cannot and should not attempt to dictate decisions by private owners, we nevertheless are on firm ground to express as a community that the goal of providing long-term homes to residents that are safe and high quality is a top priority. Additional policy principles have been thoughtfully provided in detail by a Lakewood resident and are included in the attachment below We request a referral to a Committee of Council’s choosing for further consideration. Sincerely, Tom Bullock Bryan Evans Council at Large Ward 2 Council Attachment: Letter from Lakewood resident outlining policy questions regarding short- term rentals for consideration by City of Lakewood 031

Attachment: excerpt from letter from Lakewood resident, April 18, 2025 Fundamental considerations for whether to allow short-term rentals: 1. Amenity to Residents: In a town with only one hotel, having short term rentals in town is an asset to residents who might have family/guests visiting from out of town 2. Tourism: Short term rentals are desirable in vibrant City such as Lakewood where there are a lot of things to do. This brings in outside revenue to the City and it's businesses 3. Zoning Concerns: Are there concerns with mini-hotels being sprinkled throughout zoning districts where hotels would not otherwise be permitted? 4. Alter the Character of Neighborhoods: The transient nature of short-term rentals alters the essential character and fabric of our neighborhoods. For example, it will cause families with young children to second guess sending their children out into the yard to play unsupervised with a revolving door of individuals coming and going at a short term rental next door. 5. Enforcement Challenges: Enforcement of regulations of short term rentals is inherently difficult and consumes considerable staffing resources from Police, Housing, and Law. 6. Impact on Housing Affordability: Investors are increasingly seeing short term rentals as an extremely lucrative investment strategy. The monthly debt service often can be covered in just a single weekend rental. An increasing number of properties being eaten up by short term rentals, which further impacts housing affordability in terms of both rent and home prices. This effect disproportionately impacts lower- income renters. This impact has been well documented; here is one such article: https://www.purdue.edu/research/features/stories/short-term-rentals-make-housing-less- affordable/ Fundamental Question: Based on the above, does the community want to allow short term rentals? If yes, below are some thoughts and considerations that need to be taken into account: 1. Zoning: Which districts should they be allowed? Are they appropriate across all zoning districts? How does this mesh with the City's new ordinances allowing accessory dwelling units? 2. Should they be taxed? Most major cities that regulate them have agreements with VRBO, AirBnB, etc, where those platforms collect the bed tax and disburse it to the City. This tax helps to offset the increased regulatory and enforcement costs that are inherent with this type of use. 3. Enforcement is absolutely key: 1. Registration: Consider an annual registration requirement which does several things. First it allows you to collect valuable contact information. Second, it allows you to revoke a license if violations occur. Lastly, it also is another opportunity to collect fee revenue to offset costs of regulation/enforcement. 2. Local Agent: Tied to the registration piece, should be a requirement for a local agent. This gives the police and others an immediate point of contact for when there are noise concerns, etc. It also gives you a person connected to the property for service in the event of prosecution. Although it is key that the local agent actually resides locally, and that they're not just using another address that they own, or a UPS store or post office box. 3. Criminal Nuisance Ordinance: The City already has a criminal nuisance ordinance. It should be expanded to include revocation of a short term rental license if "x" number of violations occur within "x" number of months. This would effectively allow the city to shut down a short term rental where there are recurring noise disturbances, drugs, etc. 4. Nuisance ordinance: Review that language is strong enough that would allow City to abate nuisance conditions (i.e. rubbish piling up on the property) and bill the owner the City's cost plus an administrative fee. If unpaid, a lien should be placed against the property. 5. Regulatory Posting: Consider requiring short term rentals display in a prominent location within the unit a fixed sign provided by the City that list rules/regulations for the occupants and emergency phone numbers. (noise ordinance, trash collection procedures, parking regulations, etc). 6. Inspections: Properties should be inspected by the City on a regular schedule. Inspection should be interior/exterior and include anything that affects life safety of the occupants (i.e. smoke/CO alarms, peeling paint), is a blighting influence on the neighborhood, materially impacts the value of the home, or, if left unabated would cause the structure to deteriorate further (i.e. roof leaks).” 032 https:// https://www.purdue.edu/research/features/stories/short-term-rentals-make-

ORDINANCE NO. 23-2025 BY: AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, enact- ing new Section 783 Short Term Rentals and new Section 1161.03(cc) Short Term Rentals of the Lakewood Codi- fied Ordinances. WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood has experienced a notable increase in the operation of short- term rental properties through online platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo; and WHEREAS, while short-term rentals can provide economic benefits and flexible lodging options, their pro- liferation may negatively impact the availability of long-term housing, neighborhood stability, and public safety; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of this Council to regulate the operation of short-term rentals in a manner that balances economic opportunity with the protection of residential character, housing affordability, and quality of life for Lakewood residents; and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments; now, therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. That new Section 783 Short Term Rentals is hereby enacted to read as follows: 783 SHORT TERM RENTALS. a) “ Short Term Rentals” is hereby defined as any rental unit that is not classified as a motel or hotel use and is rented for a period of 30 days or less. b) No person shall operate a Short Term Rental in the City of Lakewood without first obtaining a Short Term Rental Permit issued by the Lakewood Building Department. c) The application for a Short Term Rental Permit shall include: 1. Proof of ownership from the property owner; 2. Contact information for a local responsible party available 24/7; 3. Certification of compliance with all applicable building, health, and fire codes; 4. Payment of an annual permit fee as established by Council. d) Permits shall be valid for one year and may be revoked or not renewed for violations of City ordinances or failure to comply with permit conditions. e) The following operating requirements shall apply: 1. Maximum occupancy shall not exceed two (2) persons per bedroom, plus two 2) additional persons; 2. The responsible party must respond to complaints within one (1) hour; 3. No more than one ( 1) Short Term Rental listing shall be permitted per parcel; 4. A copy of the permit and summary of applicable rules must be posted visibly within the unit; 5. Guests must comply with all applicable parking, noise, and waste disposal regulations. 033

f) Violations of this section may result in fines, permit revocation, or both, in accordance with enforcement procedures established by the City. Section 2. That new Section 11631.03(cc) Short Term Rentals, of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, is hereby enacted to read as follows: 1161. 03(cc) SHORT TERM RENTALS. In an ( R2 Residential, Single and Two Family or residential Multifamily District ( ML or MH), Short Term Rentals), as defined in LCO §783, may be permitted as a conditional use, provided that: a) The applicant obtains and maintains a valid Short Term Rental Permit pursuant to Section 783; b) The unit is the primary residence of the property owner or a designated long-term tenant who has per mission from the owner to operate the Short Term Rental; b) The conditional use will not adversely affect the character of the surrounding neighborhood; c) The property complies with all applicable zoning, safety, and maintenance standards; e) Adequate off-street parking is provided, if required by the Planning Commission during the conditional use approval process; f) The property owner or responsible party must attend a conditional use hearing and respond to any com plaints brought by neighboring residents or the City. Section 3. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this ordinance were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and that all such deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in com- pliance with all legal requirements. Section 4. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this ordinance, and provided it receives the affirma- tive vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediate- ly upon its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 034

12650 DETROIT AVENUE 44107 216-529-6600 www.lakewoodoh. gov MEGHAN F. GEORGE MAYOR July 21, 2025 Lakewood Council Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Re: 2025 Grand Marshal of the 4th of July Parade Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department Dear Members of Council: This evening, I invite members of Council to join me in recognizing the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department as the 2025 July 4th Parade Grand Marshal. Lakewood is proud to recognize the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank them for serving the residents of Lakewood. In addition, I want to recognize the following parade winners: Best Color Guard: Lakewood Fire Department Honor Guard Best Float: Dr. Ron Kolodziej Most Original Entry: 41° North Coastal Adventures Best Bicycle: Lakewood Cub Scouting Most Spirited: Lakewood Ranger Marching Band Following our presentation to the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department, I invite representatives of the winning parade entrants to come forward to receive their plaques and to be recognized by the members of Lakewood City Council. Sincerely, Meghan F. George Mayor, City of Lakewood 035

RESOLUTION NO. BY: A RESOLUTION to thank the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department for participating as the 2025 Grand Marshal in the City of Lakewood 4th of July Parade. WHEREAS, the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department has served the City of Lakewood for 100 years; and, WHEREAS, Mayor Meghan F. George and the 2025 City of Lakewood Parade Committee chose the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department to be the Grand Marshal; and, WHEREAS, the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department is to be recognized and honored for their dedication towards the betterment of the City of Lakewood. Now therefore; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. This Council and Mayor hereby extend their appreciation to the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department for their exceptional service and dedication to all citizens of this city. Section 2. The Clerk of Council is hereby authorized and directed to forward this resolution to the Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department and a copy of the resolution shall be spread upon the minutes of the meeting. Section 3. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this resolution were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and that all such deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 2025- 36 036

20071588v3 ORDINANCE NO. 24-2025 BY: AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the City of Lakewood, Ohio to transfer title to certain real property located within the City and enter into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Belle Ave Partners, LLC for the purpose of supporting the redevelopment of certain real property in the City of Lakewood. WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood, Ohio ( the “ City”) is desirous of encouraging economic development within the City to create jobs for its residents and to increase the City’s tax base; and WHEREAS, in furtherance of those efforts, the City has implemented several planning initiatives, including, but not limited to, the Gold Coast Master Plan, the Lakewood Park Master Plan, the Detroit Avenue Streetscape Plan, the Kaufman Park Master Plan and the Uptown Madison Parking Study (collectively, the “ Development Plans”); and WHEREAS, as evidenced by the Development Plans, the City is “ engaged in urban redevelopment” as provided in Ohio Revised Code (“ R.C.”) Section 5709.41; and WHEREAS, pursuant to R.C. Sections 5709.41, 5709.42 and 5709.43, the City is authorized to enact an ordinance (the “ TIF Ordinance”) to declare “ Improvement” ( as defined in R.C. Section 5709.41) to be a public purpose and exempt from real property taxation so long as 1) the City held fee title to such real property prior to the adoption of the TIF Ordinance, and ( 2) such real property is leased or conveyed to any person either before the adoption of the TIF Ordinance; and WHEREAS, BELLE AVE PARTNERS, LLC (collectively, with its various affiliates, the Developer”) desires to construct or cause to be constructed a mixed-use development for commercial and residential purposes ( the “ Project”) on certain parcels of real property described in Exhibit A attached hereto (the “ Property”) within the City; and WHEREAS, to establish the terms of the redevelopment of the Property the City and Developer’ s affiliate entered into a Development Agreement dated December 20, 2024, ( the Development Agreement”); and WHEREAS, the City desires to support the project through the passage of the TIF Ordinance pursuant to R.C. Section 5709.41; and WHEREAS, in order to pass the TIF Ordinance, the City is required to transfer fee title to the Property to the Developer; and WHEREAS, the City and Developer desire to enter into a Purchase and Sale Agreement to facilitate the transfer of the Property to the Developer for the purposes of redevelopment, that has been negotiated by the Developer and the City and is attached hereto as Exhibit B (the “ Purchase and Sale Agreement”); and 038

20071588v3 WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments, in that this agreement should be executed as soon as possible to facilitate the project; now, therefore BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD: Section 1. That the Purchase and Sale Agreement, substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit B, which among other things specifies the purchase price of $1,500,000.00 and the terms of the transfer of the Property, is hereby authorized and approved, together with such revisions or additions thereto as approved by the Mayor and Law Director that are consistent with the objectives and requirements of this Ordinance, the Development Agreement, and not otherwise materially adverse to the City. The Mayor, for and in the name of the City, with the approval of the Law Director, is hereby authorized to execute the Purchase and Sale Agreement and any amendments thereto deemed by the Mayor to be necessary. The approval of changes or amendments by the Mayor, and the character of the changes or amendments as not being inconsistent with this Ordinance or the Development Agreement, and not being substantially adverse to the City, shall be evidenced conclusively by the execution thereof by the Mayor, with the approval of the Law Director. Section 2. Council authorizes the Mayor or any other officer of the City to take any and all actions required to transfer title to the Property, as described in Exhibit A, via limited warranty deed or other transfer instrument, and to take any and all other actions required to effectuate the transfer of the property, including, but not limited to, recording the deeds with the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer. Section 3. That the property is not needed for a municipal purpose and the sale of said Property is in the best interests of the City and will further the interests of the City and its residents. Section 4. That the procedure established for the sale of this Property by this Ordinance pursuant to Lakewood Codified Ordinance 155.07 is justifiable and reasonable because the property conveyance is necessary for the Project and to fulfill the City’s urban redevelopment plan with respect to the same and Council has approved the terms of the purchase and sale pursuant to the Development Agreement on file with the Clerk of Council’s office. Section 5. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the adoption of this Ordinance were passed in an open meeting of this Council, and that all deliberations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action, were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements including R.C. Section 121.22. Section 6. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary 039

20071588v3 for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this ordinance, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council this ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 040

20071588v3 EXHIBIT A PROPERTY The Property is the real estate situated in the City of Lakewood, Cuyahoga County, Ohio depicted on the attached plat and consisting of the following tax year 2024 parcel numbers: Parcel Number 314-07-146 314-07-147 314-07-148 041

M.\958013_Lokewood\DWG\Exhibte\BMO!\\SPO!0.36681.S5SR3.702A0-EXH.dwg ~1 LAST EDITED Bybbohne ON 1/13/25 LOT SPLIT & CONSOLIDATION PLAT State of Ohio, pouty of Cuyahoga, City of Lakewood AREA TABULATION Being part of Original Rockport Township Section No. 22 i | PARCEL "A" | OBES Abrir=itiARE Orne Oat, THE INTENT OF THIS PLAT IS TO CONSOLIDATE PPN’S 314-07-017, 314-07-014, PARCEL “B" 314-07-008, AND 314-07—007 INTO ONE PARCEL AND THEN SPLIT IT INTO PARCELS w 0.254 Ac. — PART OF 314-07-014 "A", "B”, AND "C” AS SHOWN. 1.299 Ac. — PART OF 314—07—-008 PARCEL “C” ee wwii 0.408 Ac. — PART OF 314-07-017 oe Se 1.073 Ac. — PART OF 314-07-014 BS ra 0.370 Ac. PART OF 314- 007 bas 8s 1.851 Ac. — PART OF 314-07-008 ge Pertinent Documents and Sources of Dota Used: |) —_— Plots MAP OF SURVEY AND RE-PLAT FOR LAKEWOOD HOSPITAL Vol. 228 Pg. 59 ry BELLE Ke , LOT CONSOLIDATION FOR THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD Vol. 310 Pg. 66 1 — i ¢ 60 ) LOT CONSOLIDATION FOR THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD Vol. 310 Pg. 67 we —_———S SS COORLIC (ROAD WATD =- RV — _—___ —r —— indice _— o — — B/W — The Genck Realty Company's LAKEWOOD SUBDIVISION Vol. 35 Pg. 26 ar 2 _a Belle Avenue Allotment Vol. 41 Pg, 23 8 3 | Deeds ae P 1 | ‘AFN 201602230181 ; 2 7.8" Storm 8 Sewer Esmt. 20'S4x 9 | et 2 NoO'20'58"E _150.00'(M) 20° Storm § ee i: a \ Sewer Esmt. p J ‘STORM SEWER EASEMENT Boer hereby promt the City of Lskewood Storm Sewer Easement? a8 shown herwon with rights: to a; ap, Sande, taploon, Sr ammove: arm. soeara; denorion/cl s itings, and/or other appurtenances. roperty owner, over which soid P ~ art les, sho be’ responsible or the guly, normal momtanonce' of We essement crea.” Aty gN ; regrading of the easement areo shall be subject to city codes. 59 5 © | ; PUBLIC ACCESS CASEMENT Pl 2 Goes harety grant te lly of Lakewood ond its residenta “Pubic Access Easement? as: shown hereon 33 z - with rights to access ond/or travel in accordance with executed agreements associated with the at o edevelopment of this property. 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PLAT DATA SHEET Plat Title: | Lot Split & Consolidation Ne eae eee (City of Lakewood) oe Plat Type: Lot Split and Consolidation Municipality, b@kewood Township: _ Ofiginal Rockport Township Section No. 22 Parent Parcel Numbers: 314-07-007 , 314-07-008 ; 314-07-009 ; 314-07-010 , 314-07-011 314-07-012 , 314-07-013 , 314-07-014 , 314-07-017 ; Se J Se ee . Sa 31 4-07-033 , 314-07-034 ; 314-07-0385 , 314-07-036 , 314-07-037 ; 314-07-038 314-07-039 * 3 Number of New parcels created: 314-07-145 Number of Deeds filed with Plat; =» «SS PPN: 3144-07-01, 314 Number of Documents Filed with Plat: _ © “ro PLAT — 202503130195 PGS: 0 i 4 eer 3/13/2025 10:42:00 AM Plat Size: 43 ATO np OPT 20250313000 40 $0. PAID BY: CITY OF LAKEWOOD Date Filed; 3/'3/275° PMS Chua boa. New Parcels New Parcel Numbers are subject to change Parcel Name/Sublot: Proposed Permanent Parcel Number: Parcel "A" (City of Lakewood) 314-07-146 Parcel "B" (City of Lakewood) 314-07-147 Parcel "C" (City of Lakewood) 314-07-148 teenth eee erent teitennnee renege ony rane eatin

EXHIBIT B PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT 20071588v3 044

1 REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT This Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement ( the “ Agreement ”) is entered into as of the day of , 2025 (“ Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF LAKEWOOD, a municipal corporation which is duly organized and validly existing under the laws of the State of Ohio with a principal address located at 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 and its Charter ( the "Seller"), and BELLE AVE PARTNERS, LLC, an Ohio limited liability company ( the " Buyer") with a principal address located at 250 S Civic Center Dr # 500, Columbus, OH 43215. Seller and Buyer hereby agree as follows: 1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Buyer offers to purchase from the Seller in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement , the following described real estate including, without limitation, appurtenant rights, privileges, easements and other rights and interests related thereto located in the City of Lakewood, County of Cuyahoga, State of Ohio, and known as: approximately 5.7 acres of real property ( actual acreage to be determined by survey), being all of Cuyahoga County Auditor’ s Parcel Numbers 314- 07-146, 314- 07-147, and 314- 07-148 ( collectively, the "Property"), a depiction of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A. 2. PRICE AND TERMS: The purchase price of the Property shall be One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars 1,500, 000) ( the “ Purchase Price”). The Purchase Price shall become due, but not payable, upon Closing and thereafter shall accrue simple interest at a rate of five percent ( 5%) per annum until paid or forgiven in accordance with this Section. The Purchase Price and any accrued interest shall be forgiven upon the substantial completion by Buyer of the Parking Facility, Community Space, and Public Parks in accordance with the Approved Final Plan, and the recordation of one or more declarations or easements, in form and substance reasonably acceptable to the City, ensuring public access to such improvements for the benefit of the Seller and its residents. Upon such completion and recordation, the Purchase Price and any accrued interest shall be deemed waived in full, and no payment shall be due from Buyer for the purchase price of the Property, except as may otherwise expressly be set forth herein. All capitalized terms used but not defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Development Agreement between Buyer’ s affiliate and Seller, dated December 20, 2024 ( as amended). 3. DUE DILIGENCE AND PROPERTY INSPECTION: Buyer acknowledges that it has had substantial opportunity to conduct due diligence concerning the Property pursuant to the Development Agreement between the parties (Buyer as assignee to the Development Agreement), including, without limitation, access for environmental assessments, geotechnical studies, and other physical inspections. Accordingly, except as otherwise expressly agreed in writing by Seller, Buyer shall not be entitled to any additional due diligence period or rights under this Agreement. Seller shall continue to provide reasonable access to the Property to permit Buyer to complete , at Buyer’ s sole expense, any supplemental inspections or assessments necessary to satisfy its lender, title company, or regulatory authorities in connection with Buyer’ s development activities or financing of the Project. Buyer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold Seller harmless from any claims, injury, or damage arising out of such access or activities, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or intentional misconduct of Seller. 4. POSSESSION: Seller shall deliver exclusive possession of the Property to Buyer at Closing. For the avoidance of doubt, Seller has or shall grant Buyer the right to enter into and perform certain work upon the Property prior to Closing pursuant to a separate agreement entered into between Buyer and Seller. 5. DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY: Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11, relating to conflicts and inconsistencies, except as otherwise specified herein or in any separate agreement providing Buyer the right to enter into the Property, risk of physical loss to the Property and any improvements shall be borne by Seller until Closing. 6. EVIDENCE OF TITLE & SURVEY: Buyer may obtain , at its sole cost and expense, an owner' s title insurance commitment and, at Closing, an owner’ s title policy. The title commitment and policy shall be issued by Stewart Title 045

2 Company, or its affiliate, 259 W., Schrock Rd., Westerville, Ohio 43081 , attention: Emma Dean at ( 614) 818- 6136, Emma. Dean@stewart. com (the " Title Company"). Buyer may obtain a survey at its own cost . At Closing, Seller shall deliver such documents as may reasonably be required to convey and vest title to the Property in the Buyer and to enable the Title Company to issue the title policy. 7. CONDITIONS PRECEDENT TO CLOSING ; CONVEYANCE; AND CLOSING: Seller’s obligation to close hereunder shall be conditioned on Seller’ s receipt of evidence that Buyer has obtained adequate construction financing for the Project (“ Construction Financing”). Buyer’ s obligation to close hereunder shall be conditioned on Buyer’ s review and reasonable approval of an updated title commitment confirming Seller has not caused any new encumbrances to be recorded against or to otherwise encumber or affect the Property ( exce pting any new encumbrances proposed by or consented to by Buyer); it shall be Buyer’ s responsibility to order such update prior to Closing and all costs and expenses incurred in connection therewith shall be paid by Buyer. Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of any conditions precedent expressly set forth herein, the closing of the transaction contemplated hereby ( the “ Closing”) shall occur simultaneously with the closing of the Construction Financing, unless extended or accelerated with the mutual consent of both Seller and Buyer. At Closing, Buyer shall pay all conveyance and/ or transfer fees, and Seller shall convey title to the Property to Buyer by Limited Warranty Deed. Buyer shall pay for all recording fees and all other Closing costs, including any escrow fees owed to the Title Company. 8. TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS: All real estate taxes, assessments, and any payments in lieu thereof pursuant to state laws applicable to the Property ( collectively, “ Taxes”) for the calendar year of Closing shall be apportioned and prorated on a per- diem basis between the parties as of the date of Closing, regardless of the collection date therefore. Seller’ s share of such proration shall be based upon the number of days in such calendar year which precede ( but do not include) the date of Closing and Buyer’ s sh are shall be based on the number of days in such year that include and follow the date of Closing. Seller shall also pay or credit against the Purchase Price at Closing all other unpaid Taxes that are a lien for years prior to Closing. To the extent the Property was exempt from real estate taxation during the Seller’ s ownership, the parties agree to calculate prorations as if tax liability arose as of the Closing Date, solely for the purpose of allocating responsibility for any Taxes ass essed or payable following Closing. 9. BUYER' S EXAMINATION/ AS-IS: EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT, AS OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE AND AS OF CLOSING, SELLER DISCLAIMS AND NEGATES, AND BUYER HEREBY WAIVES, ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, WHETHER STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ORAL OR WRITTEN AND OF ANY KIND OR NATURE PERTAINING TO THE PROPERTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THOSE RELATING TO: a) THE CONDITION, PERFORMANCE, VALUE, QUANTITY OR QUALITY OF THE PROPERTY. b) THE PROSPECTS ( FINANCIAL AND OTHERWISE), RISKS, LEGAL OBLIGATIONS AND OTHER INCIDENTS OF OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY. c) THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY OR THE ABSENCE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR LIABILITY OR POTENTIAL LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS AND OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY. d) THE SURFACE AND SUBSURFACE OR OTHER CONDITIONS OF THE PROPERTY. e) THE MERCHANTABILITY, USAGE, OR SUITABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PROPERTY. f) THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PROPERTY OR ANY DEFECTS THEREIN, WHETHER LATENT OR PATENT. 046

3 g) THE SUITABILITY OF THE PROPERTY FOR OPERATION FOR BUYER’ S INTENDED USE. h) THE SUFFICIENCY OF ANY REAL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY TO ACCESS, OWN AND OPERATE THE PROPERTY. BUYER ACCEPTS AND ASSERTS THAT: ( A) THE PROPERTY IS BEING CONVEYED ON AN “ AS -IS, WHERE- IS BASIS AND WITH ALL FAULTS” AND ( B) THERE ARE NO SELLER WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPERTY THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE OF THIS AGREEMENT. BUYER AGREES AND ACKNOWLEDGES THAT NEITHER THE SELLER NOR ANY EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF SELLER HAS MADE ANY REPRESENTATIONS RESPECTING THE PHYSICAL NATURE OR CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY, EXCEPT AS MAY BE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT HAS EXAMINED OR WILL EXAMINE AND INSPECT THE PROPERTY, AND FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT ANY INFORMATION, REPORTS, STATEMENTS, OR DOCUMENTS PROVIDED MADE OR TO BE PROVIDED OR MADE TO BUYER BY SELLER OR SELLER’ S AGENTS CONCERNING THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION OF THE PROPE RTY SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES BY SELLER AND, EXCEPT AS MAY BE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED TO THE CONTRARY HEREIN, ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THIS TRANSACTION IS AN “ AS-IS, WHERE- IS” CONVEYANCE. BUYER ALSO AGREES AND ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IN EXECUTING, DELIVERING AND PERFORMING THIS AGREEMENT, IT DOES NOT RELY UPON ANY STATEMENT OR INFORMATION TO WHOMSOEVER MADE OR GIVEN, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, VERBALLY OR IN WRITING, BY ANY INDIVIDUAL, FIRM OR CORPORATION EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. BUYER FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THIS WAIVER IS CONSPICUOUS. ALL PROVISIONS OF THIS SECTION SHALL SURVIVE THE TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT AND THE CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION CONTEMPLATED HEREIN. 10. DEFAULT: Seller shall be in default hereunder if Seller fails to observe or perform any obligation of Seller hereunder and such failure continues for a period of fifteen ( 15) days following Seller’ s receipt of notice from Buyer of such failure. In such event, Buyer shall have the right to terminate this Agreement or seek specific performance of Seller’ s obligations hereunder. Buyer shall be in default hereunder if Buyer fails to observe or perform any obligation of Buyer hereunder and such failure continues for a period of fifteen ( 15) days following Buyer’ s receipt of notice from Seller of such failure. In such event, Seller shall have all right s and remedies available to Seller under statute, at law, and/ or in equity. 11. MISCELLANEOUS: Buyer and Seller acknowledge and agree that they have entered into other agreements contemplating and authorizing the sale and development of the Property, including the Development Agreement . In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the terms and conditions of this agreement and such other agreements, including, without limitation, the Development Agreement, the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall prevail and any conflicting or inconsistent terms and conditions set forth in such other agreements shall be deemed null, void, and of no further force or effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties, their heirs, administrators, executors, successors and assigns. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio. Any legal action shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Time is of the essence of all provisions of this Agreement . Paragraph captions are for identification only and are not a part of this Agreement . 12. BROKERS: Seller and Buyer represent and warrant that there are no brokers involved in this transaction . If any claim is made for a brokerage commission , finder’ s fee, or other compensation based on the acts or alleged acts of one party, that party shall be solely responsible for such claim. Nothing herein shall be construed as awaiver of any legal defenses or immunities available to Seller under applicable law, including the doctrine of sovereign immunity and constitutional limitations on municipal indemnification . 13. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES & COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement may be executed electronically, in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which when taken together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures of the parties transmitted by electronic format shall constitute effective execution and delivery of this Agreement for all purposes under this Agreement . 047

4 14. ASSIGNMENT: Buyer may not assign its rights under this Agreement without Seller' s written consent, except that Buyer may assign this Agreement to any affiliate of Buyer. Upon any assignment as permitted herein, Buyer shall provide Seller with a copy of the relevant assignment document. 15. NOTICES: Wherever any notice or other communication is required or permitted hereunder, such notice or other communication shall be in writing and shall be delivered by hand, by nationally - recognized overnight express delivery service, or by email to the email addresses set out below or at such other addresses as are specified by written notice delivered in accordance herewith. For the purpose of calculating time limits, which run from the giving of a particular notice, the time shall be calculated from actual receipt of the notice. If any date hereunder shall fall on a Saturday, Sunday or national holiday, then such date shall carry over and be extended to the next following business day . BUYER: SELLER: BELLE AVE PARTNERS, LLC, CITY OF LAKEWOOD an Ohio limited liability company an Ohio municipal corporation By: __________________________________ By: Name: Brent Sobczak Name: Megan F. George Title: President Title: Mayor Approved as to form: By: ____________________________ Ernie Vargo Its: City Law Director BUYER’ S ADDRESS FOR NOTICES: SELLER’ S ADDRESS FOR NOTICE PURPOSES: C/O CASTO City of Lakewood 250 Civic Center Drive, Suite 500 Attention: Mayor Columbus, OH 43215 12650 Detroit Ave. Attention: Brent Sobczak Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Email: bsobczak@castoinfo.com With a copy to: With a copy to: C/O CASTO Law Director 250 Civic Center Drive, Suite 500 City of Lakewood Columbus, OH 43215 12650 Detroit Ave. Attention: C.H. Waterman Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Email: cwaterman@castoinfo. com and Attention: Rachel L. Stine Email: rstine@castoinfo. com 048 mailto:bsobczak@cast mailto:cwaterman@cas mailto:rstine@casto

EXHIBIT A Depiction of Propert ZA - peorerry 049

CityofLakewood Department of Planning and Development Angela Byington, Director David Baas, AICP, Asst. Director 216) 529-6630 planning@lakewoodoh. gov 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 www.lakewoodoh. gov July 21, 2025 City Council City of Lakewood 12650 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, Ohio 44107 RE: Former Lakewood Hospital Site – Establishment of Tax Increment Financing ( TIF) Dear Council President Kepple and Members of Council, On December 16, 2024, City Council adopted Ordinance Number 21-2024, which approved the Development Agreement with CASTO, Inc. for a mixed-use development with commercial and residential purposes at the site of the former Lakewood Hospital. As part of the Development Agreement and pursuant to 5709.41, 5709.42 and 5709.43, the City agreed to present an ordinance approving the TIF, for approval by Council. The ordinance is applicable to all the commercial and multi-family parcels of the property and excludes the for-sale residential units. The approximate area of the proposed TIF District is 5.3 acres and would include parcel numbers 314-07-147 and 314-07-148. Per the approved Development Agreement, the TIF shall run for 30 years and provide a 100% exemption on the increase in assessed value of the development site, provided that the portion of the TIF applicable to the residential component shall be non-school and subject to the executed School Compensation Agreement. It is requested that Council refer the matter of establishing a TIF District by passage of a TIF Ordinance to the appropriate committee. Sincerely, Angela Byington, Director Planning and Development Exhibit A – TIF Ordinance 050

19642852v6 ORDINANCE NO. 25-2025 BY: AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council declaring improvement to real property within the City of Lakewood, Ohio to be a public purpose; exempting such improvement from real property taxation; requiring the owners of the property to make service payments in lieu of real property taxes; establishing an urban redevelopment tax increment equivalent fund for the deposit of service payments, making related authorizations pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Sections 5709.41, 5709.42, 5709.43 and 5709.83; and authorizing a service payment agreement in connection with the same. WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code (“ R.C.”) Sections 5709.41, 5709.42 and 5709.43 ( the TIF Statutes”) provide that this Council may, under certain circumstances, declare Improvement as defined below and in the TIF Statutes) to certain parcels of real property located in the City of Lakewood, Ohio ( the “ City”) to be a public purpose and exempt from real property taxation, provide for the payment service payments in lieu of real property taxes by the owners of such property and establish an urban redevelopment tax increment equivalent fund for the deposit of such service payments in lieu of taxes; and WHEREAS, CASTO, Inc. or its affiliate Belle Ave Partners, LLC ( together with their affiliates, successors, and assigns, the “ Developer”) desires to construct or cause to be constructed a mixed- use project featuring retail, commercial, and residential purposes ( the “ Project”) on certain parcels of real property described and depicted on Exhibit A attached hereto ( the Property”) within the City; and WHEREAS, the Developer has requested that the City enact this Ordinance pursuant to the TIF Statutes to assist the Developer with the development of the Project; and WHEREAS, in order to enact this Ordinance, the TIF Statutes specify that ( 1) the City must hold fee title to the Property prior to the adoption of this Ordinance, and ( 2) the Property must be conveyed or leased to any person either before or after the adoption of this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Developer and the City, by adoption of Ordinance No. 21-2024, duly adopted by City Council on December 16, 2024 entered into a Development Agreement dated December 20, 2024 (as the same has been or will be amended from time to time, the “ Development Agreement”) for the Development of the Project; and WHEREAS, on September 5, 2024, the Developer submitted a plan and schedule of development on file with the City ( the “ Approved Final Plan” as defined in the Development Agreement); and WHEREAS, the City currently holds fee title to the Property and pursuant to the Development Agreement on a date to be mutually determined by the City and the Developer, the City will convey the Property to the Developer subject to the terms of the Development Agreement; and 051

19642852v6 WHEREAS, the City has implemented several planning initiatives to further its economic development efforts, including, but not limited to, the Lakewood Community Vision Master Plan, and has emphasized other planning efforts to support urban redevelopment within its core, including with respect to the Property ( collectively, the “ Development Plans”); and WHEREAS, consistent with the Development Plans, the City hereby finds that it is and has been “ engaged in urban redevelopment” with respect to the Property as provided in Ohio Revised Code (“ R.C.”) Section 5709.41; and WHEREAS, in connection with the Project, the Developer desires to construct certain private improvements ( the “ Developer Improvements”) as defined and described in Exhibit B attached hereto; and WHEREAS, in furtherance of the development efforts articulated in the Development Plans, the City desires to pass this Ordinance to assist the Developer with the Project and the Developer Improvements; and WHEREAS, as required by the TIF Statutes and R.C. Section 5709.83, the City has provided all required notices to the Lakewood City School District ( the “ School District”), or such notice has been waived; and WHEREAS, the City is in receipt of a proposed Service Payment Agreement with respect to the Project ( the “ Service Payment Agreement”) between the City and the Developer, which Service Payment Agreement is on file with the City and attached hereto as Exhibit C, and sets forth the terms regarding payment of service payments and reimbursement to the School District in accordance with a School Compensation Agreement dated December 16, 2024 ( the Compensation Agreement”) and to the Developer of the balance, up to an aggregate total of 23,000,000, with five percent ( 5.0%) interest accrued on the outstanding principal amount from time to time, all in accordance with this Ordinance and the Development Agreement; and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments in that moving forward with the development of this property quickly is in the best interest of the public; now, therefore BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. Pursuant to the Development Agreement, one hundred percent ( 100%) of the increase in the assessed value of each parcel within the Property ( each a “ Parcel”) after the date that the City obtained fee title to the Property, which ownership by the City was in furtherance of urban redevelopment ( each of which increase in assessed value is an “ Improvement” as defined in R.C. Section 5709.41) shall be a public purpose and shall be exempt from real property taxation commencing for each Parcel with the first tax year that begins after the effective date of this Ordinance and in which an Improvement on that Parcel would first appear on the tax list and 052

19642852v6 duplicate of real and public utility property were it not for the exemption granted by this Ordinance, and ending for each Parcel on the earlier of (a) thirty (30) years after such commencement, or (b) the date on which the City can no longer require service payments in lieu of taxes, all in accordance with the requirements of the TIF Statutes. The exemption granted by this Ordinance shall not apply to any Parcel which is used or to be used for residential purposes as defined in the TIF Statutes, including in particular any Parcel that will contain for-sale residential units. Section 2. As provided in R.C. Section 5709.42, the owner of any Parcel with an Improvement is required hereby to make annual payments in lieu of taxes to the Cuyahoga County Treasurer ( the “ County Treasurer”) on or before the final dates for payment of real property taxes. Each such payment ( including interest and penalties) shall be charged and collected in the same manner and in the same amount as the real property taxes that would have been charged and payable against the Improvement if it were not exempt from taxation ( with the payments in lieu of tax, including any penalties and interest, being the “ Service Payments”). The County Treasurer shall remit all Service Payments to the City for deposit in the Downtown Redevelopment Tax Increment Equivalent Fund ( the “ Fund”) established in Section 3 hereof. This Council hereby authorizes the Mayor or other appropriate officers of the City to provide such information and certifications and execute and deliver, or accept delivery of such instruments as are necessary and incidental to collect those Service Payments and to make such arrangements as are necessary and proper for payment of the Service Payments. Any late payments shall be subject to penalty and bear interest at the then current rate established under R.C. Sections 323.121 and 5703.47, as may be amended from time to time, or any successor provisions thereto, as the same may be amended from time to time. The Service Payments, and any other payments in connection with the Improvement which are received by the City in connection with any reduction required by R.C. Section 319.302, as the same many be amended from time to time, or any successor provisions thereto as the same may be amended from time to time ( the “ Property Tax Rollback Payments”), shall be allocated and deposited in accordance with Sections 3 and 4 of this Ordinance. Section 3. This Council hereby establishes the Fund, pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of R.C. Section 5709.43, into which shall be deposited all of the Service Payments and Property Tax Rollback Payments distributed to the City with respect to the Improvement to Parcels of the Property by or on behalf of the County Treasurer, as provided in R.C. Section 5709.42, and hereby appropriates and directs payments of all of the moneys deposited in the Fund from time to time to pay the costs contemplated in Article XXI of the Development Agreement including amounts payable to the School District in accordance with the terms of the Compensation Agreement, costs associated with the Developer Improvements, including, but not limited to, the “ costs of permanent improvements” described in R.C. Section 133.15(B) in accordance with the Development Agreement, and costs incurred by the City and eligible for payment or reimbursement under the Development Agreement and the TIF Statutes. The Fund shall remain in existence so long as Service Payments and Property Tax Rollback Payments are collected and used for the aforesaid purposes, subject to the limits set forth in Section 1 hereof, after which said Fund shall be dissolved in accordance with R.C. Section 5709.43(D). Upon dissolution, any incidental surplus money remaining in the Fund shall be transferred to the City general fund as provided in R.C. Section 5709.43(D). 053

19642852v6 Section 4. This Council hereby authorizes the Mayor or other appropriate officers of the City to take such actions as are necessary or appropriate to implement the transactions contemplated by this Ordinance, including the execution and delivery of the Service Payment Agreement and such other agreements and instruments as may be necessary to implement this Ordinance and the filing of one or more applications for exemption and any related forms in accordance with R.C. Section 5709.911. Section 5. This Council hereby designates the tax incentive review council ( the “ TIRC”) established in Ordinance No. 06-2021, passed March 1, 2021, as the TIRC that shall annually review the exemptions provided pursuant to this Ordinance as required by R.C. Section 5709.85. Section 6. In accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 5709.832, the City hereby determines that no employer located on the Property shall deny any individual employment based on considerations of race, religion, sex, disability, color, national original, or ancestry. Section 7. Pursuant to R.C. Section 5709.41(E), the Mayor is hereby directed to deliver a copy of this Ordinance to the Director of the Ohio Department of Development (“ DOD”) within fifteen (15) days after its passage. On or before March 31 of each year that the exemption set forth in Section 1 hereof remains in effect, the Mayor or other authorized officer of this City shall prepare and submit to the Director of DOD the status report required under R.C. Section 5709.41(E). Section 8. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this Ordinance were taken in an open meeting of this Council, and that all deliberations of this Council and any decision making bodies of the City that resulted in such formal actions were in meetings open to the public and in compliance with all legal requirements. Section 9. This Ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this Ordinance, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, this Ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately upon adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted _________________________ ____________________________________ Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council 054

19642852v6 Approved ________________________ __________________________________ Meghan F. George, Mayor 055

19642852v6 EXHIBIT A PROPERTY The Property is the real estate situated in the City of Lakewood, Cuyahoga County, Ohio consisting of the following parcel numbers: Parcel Number 314-07-146 314-07-147 314-07-148 056

19642852v6 EXHIBIT B DEVELOPER IMPROVEMENTS The Developer Improvements consist of all capital improvements and costs associated with the following: All improvements required under the Development Plan or Approved Final Plan, including but not limited to improvements to be conveyed at completion or otherwise owned by the City or another public entity, including but not limited to right of way and site improvements, the Parking Facility, Community Space, Public Parks, environmental control measures, Curtis Block preservation, sustainability initiatives, public art, and to pay, reimburse or finance any costs eligible under applicable law approved by the City and as are more fully described in, and in accordance with, the Development Agreement. 057

EXHIBIT C SERVICE PAYMENT AGREEMENT [Attached] 19642852v6 058

19642855v6 1 SERVICE PAYMENT AGREEMENT THIS SERVICE PAYMENT AGREEMENT ( the “ Agreement”) is made and entered into as of the ____ day of [____], 2025, by and among the CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO, a municipal corporation the “ City”), BELLE AVE PARTNERS, LLC, an Ohio limited liability company ( together with permitted affiliates, successors, and assigns, the “ Developer”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Developer is pursuing the redevelopment of an approximately 5.7 acre site currently identified as 14501 and 14519 Detroit Avenue ( Parcel IDs 314-07-146, 314-07-147, and 314-07- 148) and more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference the “ TIF Site”); and WHEREAS, the Developer intends to develop the TIF Site into a mixed- use development featuring retail, commercial, and residential purposes ( the “ Development”); and WHEREAS, the TIF Site is located within the municipal corporate boundaries of the City, the territorial boundaries of the Lakewood City School District ( the “ School District”), and the territorial boundaries of the County of Cuyahoga, Ohio (the “ County”); and WHEREAS, upon completion, the Development is projected to significantly increase the assessed valuation of the TIF Site; and WHEREAS, the Developer, in its capacity as the owner in fee simple interest of portions of the TIF Site, may in the future convey all or any portion of or interest in any of the real property comprising the TIF Site to subsequent owners of all or any portion of or interest in any of the real property comprising the TIF Site ( singularly an “ Owner” and collectively the “ Owners”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code (“ O.R.C.”) Sections 5709.41 through 5709.43 together with related provisions of the Ohio Revised Code, the “ TIF Act”), and Ordinance No. [___] passed by the Council of the City ( the “ Council”) on [______], 2025, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference ( the “ TIF Ordinance”), the City has, among other actions: ( 1) declared 100% of the improvement to the real property ( the “ Improvement”) included in the TIF Site to be a public purpose and exempt from real property taxation for the Exemption Period ( as defined herein) ( the “ TIF Exemption”); ( 2) provided for service payments in lieu of taxes (the “ Service Payments”), as an obligation running with the land for the Exemption Period ( as defined herein) payable with respect to the real property comprising the TIF Site; ( 3) authorized the use of the Service Payments for such uses by the City as permitted under Ohio law, including, without limitation, payment of the costs of any improvements for urban redevelopment purposes and other purposes described in the TIF Ordinance related to the TIF Site as authorized in O.R.C. Section 5709.41; and ( 4) determined to enter into this Agreement with the Developer, as initial Owner of the entire TIF Site during the term of construction of the Development, to provide for, among other things, the payment of the Service Payments by the Owners with respect to the TIF Site; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the TIF Act, the TIF Ordinance, and this Agreement, each of the Owners desires to agree, for itself and for each of its successors and assigns as Owners of all or any portion of any of the real property comprising the TIF Site, to pay Service Payments in an amount equal to the amount of real property taxes that would have been paid with respect to the real property comprising the TIF Site had the TIF Exemption not been granted by the City under the TIF Act and the TIF Ordinance and applied for and allowed thereunder; and 059

19642855v6 2 WHEREAS, the parties have entered into a Development Agreement dated December 20, 2024 (as the same has been amended from time to time, “ Development Agreement”) which, among other things, lays out the agreed upon plan and schedule of development, including restrictions on use of the TIF Site; and WHEREAS, the City, the Developer and the School District have entered into a School Compensation Agreement dated December 16, 2024 ( the “ School Compensation Agreement”) which, among other things, determines the priority and proportion of the service payments the School District is entitled to receive; and WHEREAS, the obligation of the City to provide the statutory service payments generated from the Project ( the “ Project TIF Revenue”) for the Development in accordance with this Agreement is contingent upon the satisfaction of all of the contingencies with respect to the Development contained in the Development Agreement entered into between parties. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the City and the Developer covenant, agree, and bind themselves as follows: SECTION 1. TAX EXEMPTION; PRIORITY OF EXEMPTIONS. In accordance with O.R.C. Section 5709.41, and subject to the terms of the Development Agreement, the parties hereby agree that the TIF Exemption is a 30-year, 100% exemption from real property taxation for an Improvement for a period commencing for each parcel with the first tax year that begins after the effective date of the TIF Ordinance and in which an Improvement on that Parcel would first appear on the tax list and duplicate of real and public property were it not for the TIF Exemption, and ending for each Parcel on the earlier of (i) 30 years after such exemption commenced, or (ii) the date on which the City can no longer require service payments in lieu of taxes, all in accordance with the requirements of the TIF Statutes ( the “ Exemption Period”). The Owner shall make Service Payments in an amount equal to the real property taxes that would have been payable with respect to the Improvement had an exemption with respect to such Improvement not been applied for by the Owner and allowed under O.R.C. Section 5709.41. Each Service Payment to be made under this Agreement will made on a semi- annual basis in an amount equal to one- half of the annual property tax amount that would have been payable with respect to the Improvement had the TIF Exemption not been granted. The Service Payments shall be due and payable on each January 15 and July 15 or such other date as the Treasurer of Cuyahoga County, Ohio (the “ County Treasurer”) determines property taxes are due (such date being hereinafter referred to as a “ Service Payment Date”) until expiration or termination of the TIF Exemption. SECTION 2. OBLIGATION TO MAKE SERVICE PAYMENTS. In the event that any Service Payment, or any installment thereof, is not paid when due by any Owner on any Service Payment Date, to the extent that the County does not impose a late fee or delinquency charge, the City may impose and collect a late payment charge, payable to the City, in the amount of the charges for late payment of real property taxes, including penalty and interest, which would have been paid pursuant to O.R.C. Section 323.121 on the delinquent amount. It is intended and agreed that the covenants provided in this Agreement shall be covenants running with the land and that they shall, in any event and without regard to technical classification or designation, legal or otherwise, be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law and equity for the benefit and in favor of and enforceable by the City. It is further intended and agreed that this Agreement and the Development Agreement and the covenants therein shall remain in effect for the full period of the TIF Exemption permitted in accordance with the requirements of the Development Agreement, the TIF Act, and the TIF Ordinance enacted pursuant thereto. Each Owner shall only be responsible for making Service Payments 060

19642855v6 3 that become due and payable during the period of that Owner’ s ownership of all or any portion of the TIF Site and only with respect to the portion of the TIF Site owned by the Owner. Upon satisfaction of each Owner’ s obligations under this Agreement and termination of the obligations of the Owners to make the Service Payments, the City shall, upon the request of an Owner, execute an instrument in recordable form evidencing such termination and releasing the covenants running with the land set forth in the applicable deed. The parties acknowledge that the provisions of O.R.C. Section 5709.91, which specify that the Service Payments shall be treated in the same manner as taxes for all purposes of the lien described in O.R.C. Section 323.11, including but not limited to, the priority of the lien and the collection of Service Payments, shall apply to this Agreement. The City and each Owner shall perform such acts as are reasonably necessary or appropriate to effect, claim, preserve and maintain the exemptions from taxation granted under this Agreement including, without limitation, joining in the execution of all documentation and providing any necessary certificates required in connection with such exemptions. No Owner shall, under any circumstances, be required to pay both real property taxes with respect to any portion of an Improvement and Service Payments for any tax year with respect to that portion of an Improvement, whether pursuant to O.R.C. Section 5709.42, the TIF Ordinance, this Agreement or any other applicable law. SECTION 3. ADDITIONAL OBLIGATIONS. A. Should any Owner default hereunder, such Owner shall pay in addition to the Service Payments such amount as is required to reimburse the City for any and all reasonably and actually incurred costs, expenses and amounts ( including reasonable attorneys’ fees) incurred by the City to enforce the provisions of this Agreement. B. Within five (5) business days following the effective date of this Agreement, Developer shall, at its sole cost and expense, cause this Agreement to be recorded in the real property records of the County, it being understood and agreed that the lien of this Agreement shall, in accordance with O.R.C. Sections 323.11 and 5709.91, be prior to any mortgage, assignment, lease or other conveyance of any part of or interest in the TIF Site, and prior to any security instrument encumbering all or any part of or interest in the Improvement; provided, however, that nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to permit acceleration of the Service Payments beyond the current year that such Service Payments are due. C. The obligation to perform and observe the agreements on the Owners’ parts contained herein shall be binding and enforceable against each and every Owner by the County Treasurer, and shall also, to the extent permitted by law, be enforceable by the City. D. The obligation of the City to provide the Project TIF Revenue for the Development in accordance with this Agreement is contingent upon the satisfaction of all of the contingencies with respect to the Development contained in the Development Agreement entered into between parties as more particularly provided therein. SECTION 4. BINDING NATURE OF OBLIGATIONS; SECURITY FOR PAYMENT. Anything herein to the contrary notwithstanding, upon the effective date of this Agreement, the Owners’ obligation hereunder to pay Service Payments and to perform and observe any other agreements on their part contained herein, shall be absolute and unconditional and shall be covenants running with the land and shall be binding and enforceable by the City against the Owners, but only to the extent of the respective Owners’ obligations and only with respect to its or their interest in the TIF Site and the Improvement, or any part thereof or any interest therein. Each Owner’ s obligation to pay the Service Payments shall be secured by a lien on its interest in the TIF Site and the Improvement, as provided by law and described in Section 12. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, each Developer’ s and each Owner’ s 061

19642855v6 4 liability under this Agreement shall be limited to its right, title and interest in the Development. In no event shall any Developer, any other Owner, or any of their respective employees, officers, managers, directors, partners, beneficiaries, members, joint ventures, shareholders, owners or affiliates be personally liable for any obligations hereunder. SECTION 5. DEPOSIT OF SERVICE PAYMENTS. Pursuant to the TIF Act and the TIF Ordinance, the County Treasurer will distribute the Service Payments and the Property Tax Rollback Payments to the City for deposit in the TIF Fund and distribution accordance with the Development Agreement. The distribution from the County Treasurer to the City required under the TIF Ordinance will be made at the same time and in the same manner as the real property tax distributions. Each Owner shall pay, cause, or require to be paid, as the same become due, all taxes, assessments, whether general or special, and governmental charges of any kind whatsoever that may at any time be lawfully assessed or levied against or with respect to the TIF Site (except as otherwise provided herein) or any personal property or fixtures installed or brought therein or thereon ( including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, and by way of example, any taxes levied against an Owner with respect to the receipts, income or profits from leasing or subleasing space within the Improvement, which, if not paid, may become or be made a lien on all or any portion of the TIF Site). Notwithstanding the foregoing, and pursuant to the Development Agreement and subject to the Compensation Agreement, the Developer or any individual Owner may, at their own expense and in good faith, contest the amount of any property taxes. SECTION 6. NOTICES. All notices, designations, certificates, requests or other communications under this Agreement shall be sufficiently given and shall be deemed given on receipt when personally delivered, or 48 hours after being mailed by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid: if to the City, at 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio 44107, with a copy to the Law Department at 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio 44107, if to the Developer, at 250 South Civic Center Drive, No. 500, Columbus, Ohio 43215. The City, the Developer, and any individual Owner may, by notice given under this Agreement, designate any further or different addresses to which subsequent notices, designations, certificates, requests or other communications shall be sent, and shall provide copies of all such communications to any of the others to all of the others. SECTION 7. EXEMPTION APPLICATIONS. When appropriate, the Owner, with the City’ s assistance, shall coordinate the filing of the required DTE form (or any other applicable or required forms) to evidence the City’ s application for exemption from real property taxation with respect to the TIF Site pursuant to O.R.C. Section 5709.911(A)(1). The City, the Developer, and any individual Owner shall cooperate with each other, and execute such further documents and provide such further information as are reasonably required in connection with the filing and processing of such applications. The parties hereto intend that such exemption from real property taxation will initially apply as provided in Section 1 above and shall use due diligence and commercially reasonable efforts to that end. The Developer and any individual Owner shall continuously use due diligence and employ commercially reasonable efforts to keep such exemptions in force, not permitting the same to lapse or be suspended or revoked for any reason within each Developer’ s or any individual Owner’ s control. SECTION 8. EFFECTIVE DATE; DURATION OF AGREEMENT. This Agreement shall become effective only after its execution and delivery by the parties. Unless sooner terminated pursuant to the terms hereof, this Agreement shall expire at the end of the Exemption Period or the termination of the Development Agreement, whichever occurs first. Upon expiration or termination of this Agreement, the City will cause this Agreement to be cancelled of record at the cost of the Owners. 062

19642855v6 5 SECTION 9. APPLICATION OF SERVICE PAYMENTS. The Service Payments shall be made by or on behalf of the Owners to the County Treasurer on or before the applicable Service Payment Dates. Upon receipt of the Service Payments from the County Treasurer, the City shall deposit the Service Payments in the TIF Fund (hereinafter, the “ TIF Fund”) established by or designated in the TIF Ordinance; provided, that all such amounts received by the City shall be allocated for the purposes set forth in the TIF Ordinance, including, without limitation ( i) payment of the costs of any improvements for urban redevelopment purposes or other purposes provided in the TIF Ordinance related to the TIF Site as authorized in O.R.C. Section 5709.41; or (ii) other authorized uses by the City as permitted under Ohio law. SECTION 10. REIMBURSEMENT OF DEVELOPER AND PRIORITY OF PAYMENT. The City shall pay to the Developer in accordance with the terms of this Agreement and the Development Agreement with respect to the Development for which a written requisition substantially in the form attached as Exhibit C ( a “ Written Requisition”) is submitted to the City, the actual costs of such Development, including, but not limited to, the items of “ costs of permanent improvements” contained in O.R.C. Section 133.15 ( with the costs of the Development collectively referred to herein as the “ Costs”). As set forth in Article XIII of the Development Agreement, such reimbursement shall be equal to 23,000,000 with five percent ( 5.0%) interest accrued on the outstanding principal amount from time to time. Any City fees not paid by the Developer will be payable out of the TIF Fund before any reimbursement of the Developer provided below. Except as otherwise provided herein, the City shall pay all Project TIF Revenue on deposit in the TIF Fund to or as directed by the Developer within forty-five (45) days of receipt by the City ( each, a “ Payment Date”) until all of the Costs have been paid in full. All payments to the Developer hereunder on each Payment Date shall be made pursuant to written instructions provided by the Developer. Upon request of the Developer, the City and Developer may enter into a separate written agreement assigning certain payments otherwise due to the Developer hereunder to a lender for the Development for purposes of paying debt service on loans made to finance costs of eligible improvements hereunder. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, the City’ s payment obligations hereunder are limited to the monies in the TIF Fund and do not constitute an indebtedness of the City within the provisions and limitations of the laws and the Constitution of the State of Ohio, and the Developer does not have the right to have taxes or excises levied by the City for the payment of the Costs and interest thereon. At any time of which there exists a default by any Developer under the Development Agreement, the City, at its option, may, but shall not be obligated to, by written notice to the Developer, cease disbursements of the proceeds from the TIF Fund until such Developer default has been cured, at which time all withheld payments will be disbursed. Furthermore, in the event of any such Developer default that extends beyond the applicable cure period in the Development Agreement, the City shall have those remedies identified in Section XXIII(B) of the Development Agreement. SECTION 11. DEFAULTS AND REMEDIES. The following shall be events of default under this Agreement: a) the failure of any Developer or any individual Owner to pay no later than the thirtieth calendar day following its due date any Service Payment, or any installment thereof, due by the Developer or any individual Owner, including any applicable late payment charges; b) the failure of any Developer or any individual Owner to perform or observe any other covenant made by it in or pursuant to this Agreement, which failure shall continue for more than 30 days following written notice thereof by the City; 063

19642855v6 6 c) the failure by the City to provide the Project TIF Revenue to the Developer or their designees within forty-five (45) days following the deposit of such Project TIF Revenue by the City into the TIF Fund; provided, however, that the Developer has complied with the cost certification requirements of Section 10 hereof; or d) the failure of the City to perform or observe any other covenant made by it in or pursuant to this Agreement, which failure shall continue for more than 30 days following written notice thereof by a Developer. Upon the occurrence and continuation of any event of default, in addition to other rights of enforcement granted hereunder, the City or the Developer shall be entitled to exercise any and all remedies available to it hereunder, including the remedies described in Section 12, or under applicable law. Waiver by the City or any Developer of any event of default shall not be deemed to extend to any subsequent or other event of default under this Agreement. The City and the Developer acknowledge and agree that the timely payment of Project TIF Revenue to the Developer is a material term of this Agreement. SECTION 12. ENFORCEMENT; FORECLOSURE OF LIEN. The provisions of this Agreement with respect to the obligations of the Developer or any individual Owner may be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law, by (i) the City, and (ii) the County Treasurer. It is the intention and agreement of each Owner that this Agreement shall constitute and be deemed to be a lien encumbering and running with the real property comprising the TIF Site to secure the obligations of the Owners to make Service Payments and, if applicable, pay interest and penalties), which Service Payments are intended to have the same lien rights as real estate taxes and the same priority in accordance with O.R.C. Sections 323.11 and 5709.91. In furtherance of the foregoing, it is the intention of each Owner that the City may, upon the occurrence of an event of default set forth in Section 11 hereof, and without limiting any other right or remedy otherwise available to the City, take all such steps as may be legally available to it to foreclose upon such lien pursuant to the procedures and requirements of Ohio law relating to either delinquent real estate taxes or mortgage liens; provided, that nothing contained in this Agreement shall be deemed to authorize any acceleration of Service Payments due in future years. The provisions of this Agreement shall encumber and run with the real property comprising the TIF Site. SECTION 13. COUNTERPARTS; CAPTIONS. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original and all of which shall constitute but one and the same Agreement. Captions have been provided herein for the convenience of the reader and shall not affect the construction of this Agreement. SECTION 14. SEVERABILITY. In case any section or provision of this Agreement, or any covenant, agreement, stipulation, obligation, act or action, or part thereof, made, assumed, entered into or taken under this Agreement, or any application thereof, is held to be illegal or invalid for any reason, or is inoperable at any time, that illegality, invalidity or inoperability shall not affect the remainder thereof or any other section or provision of this Agreement or any other covenant, agreement, stipulation, obligation, act or action, or part thereof, made, assumed, entered into or taken under this Agreement, all of which shall be construed and enforced at the time as if the illegal, invalid or inoperable portion were not contained therein. All illegality, invalidity or inoperability shall not affect any legal, valid and operable section, provision, covenant, agreement, stipulation, obligation, act, action, part or application, all of which shall be deemed to be effective, operative, made, assumed, entered into or taken in the manner and to the full extent permitted by law from time to time. 064

19642855v6 7 SECTION 15. GOVERNING LAW AND CHOICE OF FORUM. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio. All claims, counterclaims, disputes and other matters in question between the City, its agents and employees; the Developer, its employees, contractors, subcontractors and agents; and any individual Owner, its employees, contractors, subcontractors and agents arising out of or relating to this Agreement or its breach will be decided in a state court of competent jurisdiction within the State of Ohio. SECTION 16. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This document ( with its exhibits) contains the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior discussions, representations, warranties, or agreements between them respecting the Service Payments. No changes or amendments shall be made or be binding unless made in writing and signed by each of the parties. SECTION 17. NO CITY EXPENDITURES IN YEAR OF EXECUTION. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to require the City to expend funds in connection with the performance of this Agreement in fiscal year 2025. SECTION 18. ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS; AMENDMENT. The parties hereto agree for themselves and their respective successors, assigns and transferees, to execute any further agreements, documents or instruments as may be reasonably necessary to fully effectuate the purpose and intent of this Agreement in compliance with all laws and ordinances controlling this Agreement. Any amendment to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by or on behalf of all parties or their respective permitted successors, assigns, and transferees. SECTION 19. ASSIGNMENTS. This Agreement shall be binding on the Parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns. Except as otherwise discussed below, this Agreement may not be assigned by any party hereto without the written consent of the other party, not to be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Developer may, upon notice to the City, and without the prior written consent of the City, assign this Agreement to ( i) a lender or its designee in connection with financing obtained for the Project ( as described in Section XXIII(J) of the Development Agreement) or (ii) entities controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the Developer. Assignments conducted pursuant to the foregoing sentence shall be referred to herein as “ Permitted Assignments.” The Developer shall provide written notice to the City of any Permitted Assignments no later than ten ( 10) days prior to the execution of such assignment. All representations and warranties of the Developer and the City herein shall survive the execution and delivery of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the consent of the City shall be required for any assignment to (i) a party ( or an affiliate) who has been involved in litigation or a material dispute opposite the City, (ii) a party (or an affiliate) that has had any contract with the City cancelled as a result of a default by such proposed Assignee ( or its affiliates), or (iii) a party (or an affiliate) who owns commercial real estate or multi-family property in the City and who has on multiple occasions been subject to any action, including fines and material notices, as a result of building code, zoning or property management violations. Balance of Page Intentionally Left Blank] 065

19642855v6 8 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and the Developer have caused this Agreement to be executed in their respective names by themselves or their duly authorized officers, as applicable, all as of the date hereinbefore written. CITY OF LAKEWOOD By: Meghan F. George, Mayor BELLE AVE PARTNERS, LLC, an Ohio limited liability company By: _______________________________ Name: _____________________________ Title:_______________________________ Approved as to Form: Ernie Vargo, Director of Law 066

19642855v6 9 STATE OF OHIO ) SS: COUNTY OF ____________ ) Before me, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared the above named City of Lakewood by Meghan F. George, its Mayor, personally known to me ( or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and who acknowledged that she did sign the foregoing instrument and that the same is the free act and deed of said city, and the free act and deed of her personally and as such Mayor. This is an acknowledgement certificate. No oath of affirmation was administered to the signer in connection with this notarial act. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal at __________________, Ohio, this _______ day of _________________________, 2025. Notary Public STATE OF OHIO ) SS: COUNTY OF ____________ ) Before me, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared the above named City of Lakewood by Ernest E. Vargo, its Director of Law, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and who acknowledged that he did sign the foregoing instrument and that the same is the free act and deed of said city, and the free act and deed of him personally and as such Director of Law. This is an acknowledgement certificate. No oath of affirmation was administered to the signer in connection with this notarial act. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal at __________________, Ohio, this _______ day of _________________________, 2025. Notary Public 067

19642855v6 10 STATE OF OHIO ) SS: COUNTY OF ____________ ) Before me, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared the above named BELLE AVE PARTNERS, LLC, by [_____], its [______], personally known to me ( or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and who acknowledged that she did sign the foregoing instrument and that the same is the free act and deed of said limited liability company. This is an acknowledgement certificate. No oath of affirmation was administered to the signer in connection with this notarial act. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal at __________________, this _______ day of _________________________, 2025. Notary Public This instrument prepared by: Robert F. McCarthy, Esq. Bricker & Eckler LLP 100 South Third Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 068

EXHIBIT A Legal Description of the TIF Site [Insert Legal Descriptions] A-1 19642855v6 069

EXHIBIT B City TIF Ordinance B-1 19642855v6 070

EXHIBIT C FORM OF WRITTEN REQUISITION No.___ For Cost of Work) To: City of Lakewood, Ohio Attention: _________________________, ____________________ Subject: Written Requisition for Costs of Development pursuant to the terms of the Service Payment Agreement dated 2025 ( the “ Agreement”), by and between the City of Lakewood, Ohio, and Belle Ave Partners, LLC, an Ohio limited liability company ( the “ Developer”). You are hereby requested to approve the amount of $ as Cost of the Development for the purposes set forth in Item I attached hereto. Unless otherwise defined herein, all capitalized terms set forth but not defined in this Written Requisition have the respective meanings assigned to them in the Agreement. The undersigned authorized representative of the Developer does hereby certify on behalf of the Developer that: I have read the Agreement and definitions relating thereto and have reviewed appropriate records and documents relating to the matters covered by this Written Requisition; The disbursement herein requested is for an obligation properly incurred, is a proper charge as a Cost of the Development ( as defined in the Agreement), and has not been the basis of any previous reimbursement request; The Developer is in material compliance with all provisions and requirements of the Agreement and the Development Agreement; The reimbursement requested hereby does not include any amount which is being retained under any holdbacks or retainages provided for in any applicable agreement; The Developer has, or the appropriate parties on the Developer’ s behalf have, asserted its entitlement to all available manufacturer’ s warranties to date upon acquisition of possession of or title to the Development or any part thereof which warranties have vested in the Developer; The Developer certifies that ( i) there is not any attested account claim from any subcontractor, material supplier or laborer who has performed labor or work or has furnished materials for the Development for which reimbursement is requested pursuant to this Written Requisition; or (ii) Developer has provided security discharging any known attested account claims. EXECUTED this day of , 202_. Belle Ave Partners, LLC An Ohio limited liability company By: _______________________________ 071

1 ITEM I Requisition No. for the Development Pay to Amount $ For Account of: Account Number: Wiring Instructions: For the purpose of reimbursing the following payments previously paid by the Developer for the Costs of the Development: Name of Vendor Service Rendered Time Period Cost of Service Rendered 1. 2. 072

MEGHAN F. GEORGE MAYOR 12650 DETROIT AVENUE 44107 216-521-7580 July 21, 2025 City Council City of Lakewood 12650 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, Ohio 44107 RE: TRANSIT FEASIBILITY STUDY Dear Council President Kepple & Members of City Council: Please find attached our third-party consultant Iteris’ s Transit Feasibility Study Report, dated October 1, 2024. Recently, questions have been asked about this report by Councilmembers. We ask that you please refer this Report to a Committee of your choosing for such public discussion. Sincerely, Angela Byington Angela Byington Director www.lakewoodoh. gov 073

Innovating Through Informatics™ Lakewood, Ohio Transit Feasibility Study Report October 1, 2024 Submitted to: J# 12016 | Prepared by Iteris, Inc. 074

Iteris, Inc. | ii Table of Contents Executive summary ............................................................................................................................................... 4 1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 4 1.1 Need and Benefit .............................................................................................................................. 5 2 Destinations.............................................................................................................................................. 9 3 Transportation Services .......................................................................................................................... 11 3.1 Shared Mobility Definitions ............................................................................................................ 11 3.2 Public Transportation Operators Analyzed for a Lakewood Community Service ........................... 13 3.2.1 Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority ......................................................................... 13 3.2.2 Senior Transportation Connection ........................................................................................... 14 3.2.3 City of Lakewood ...................................................................................................................... 14 3.2.4 SHARE Mobility......................................................................................................................... 14 3.2.5 Via ............................................................................................................................................ 15 4 Public Transportation Options Reviewed For Lakewood ....................................................................... 16 4.1.1 Fixed Route Service Options .................................................................................................... 16 4.1.2 On-Demand Service Option ..................................................................................................... 20 4.1.3 Service Hours and Frequency ................................................................................................... 21 4.2 Other Critical Factors for the Feasibility of a New Transit Service ................................................. 21 4.3 Scenario Analysis Assumptions ....................................................................................................... 22 4.3.1 Routes ...................................................................................................................................... 22 4.3.2 Ridership .................................................................................................................................. 22 4.3.3 Service ...................................................................................................................................... 22 4.3.4 Fares ......................................................................................................................................... 22 4.3.5 Costs ......................................................................................................................................... 22 4.3.6 Rider Behavior .......................................................................................................................... 22 4.3.7 External Cost Saving ................................................................................................................. 22 4.4 Scenarios ......................................................................................................................................... 23 4.4.1 Alternative 1 – Fixed Route Operated by City .......................................................................... 24 4.4.2 Alternative 2 – Fixed Route Operated by a Contractor ............................................................ 24 4.4.3 Alternative 3 – Fixed Route Operated by RTA ......................................................................... 24 4.4.4 Alternative 4 – On-Demand – Senior (Existing) ........................................................................ 24 4.4.5 Alternative 5 – On-Demand – Contracted................................................................................ 24 4.4.6 Alternative 6 – On-Demand Hybrid - Contracted ..................................................................... 24 5 Conclusions ............................................................................................................................................. 26 Appendix A – Survey Comments ......................................................................................................................... 27 Figures Figure 2.1: Estimated Destination Daily Trips ..................................................................................................... 10 Figure 2.2: Existing RTA Bus Boarding and Alighting .......................................................................................... 10 Figure 4.1: Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Stop Locations .................................................................. 16 Figure 4.2: Gold Coast Connection Stop Locations ............................................................................................. 18 Figure 4.3: Extended Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Stop Locations .................................................. 19 075

Iteris, Inc. | iii Tables Table 1.1: Survey Question 1: How do you travel for trips within Lakewood? .................................................... 6 Table 1.2: Survey Question 2: How do you want to travel for trips within Lakewood? ....................................... 6 Table 1.3: Survey Question 3: What are your challenges for using public transportation in Lakewood? ............ 7 Table 1.4: Estimated Daily Trips by Destination ................................................................................................... 7 Table 1.5: Transit Service Preference ................................................................................................................... 8 Table 2.1: Estimated Daily Trips by Destination and Survey Destinations ........................................................... 9 Table 4.1: Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Daily Ridership Forecast .................................................... 17 Table 4.2: Gold Coast Connection Daily Ridership Forecast ............................................................................... 18 Table 4.3: Extended Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Daily Ridership Forecast .................................... 20 Table 4.4: Alternative Scenario Comparison ...................................................................................................... 25 Acronyms ADA Americans with Disabilities Act ADT Average Daily Travel (Weekday) CBD Central Business District City City of Lakewood, OH HCM Highway Capacity Manual ITS Intelligent Transportation Systems LOS Level-of-Service MUTCD Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices TSP Transportation Strategic Plan TWLTL Two-way-left-turn-lane US-## United States Highway ## V/ C Volume to Capacity Ratio (Volume/ Capacity) 076

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 4 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The feasibility of operating a community circulating transit service within the City of Lakewood was assessed by reviewing existing transit services and use, demographics, public input, ridership potential, and financial cost of various service models. Transit services are expensive endeavors and generally do not generate a net increase in revenue, but rather a service or an amenity to support broader community goals. Therefore ‘ feasibility’ is judged by balancing the cost of a transit service by the non-financial benefits. Based on anticipated daily ridership of a potential additional service option, as well as estimated cost and revenues from fares, the most feasible option indicates Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) as the most feasible operator of a circulator transit service in the City of Lakewood. This conclusion is primarily due to their expertise in running transit systems, ability to hire and train staff, and provide a sustainable model for a transit operation. 1 INTRODUCTION There is a public need and benefit of providing a public transportation system throughout the Lakewood community. The evaluation documented in this study evaluates the existing ridership on RTA buses in Lakewood, popular locations to be considered as stops along a fixed route, and the need for everyday transportation to places such as the grocery store or post office and the cost of providing different transit service models. After discussion of public needs, the features of potential transit services will be described. Variables among the scenarios include type of routing, service models and operators. Six scenarios which were found to be feasible for application in the City of Lakewood are further described and compared for cost feasibility: Alternative 1 – Fixed-Route Operated by City Alternative 2 – Fixed-Route Operated by a Contractor Alternative 3 – Fixed Route Operated by RTA Alternative 4 - On-Demand – Senior (Existing) Alternative 5 – On-Demand – Operated by a Contractor Alternative 6 – On-Demand Hybrid – Operated by a Contractor The service which is forecasted to provide the most benefits for its cost is an on-demand service operated by a contractor . This is due to limited capital costs as the contractor would provide vehicles for the service. Given RTA has experience with other agencies in utilizing grant funding for on-demand services, it is recommended the City work RTA to develop a service which could be implemented in partnership between the City and RTA. It is also recommended Senior Transportation Connection be contacted to better understand circulator transit services they provide in other area municipalities. 077

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 5 1.1 Need and Benefit The discontinuation of the Lakewood Community Circulator in 2009 left the City’s population without a low-cost, circulator transit line for mobility within the city. Following the discontinuation of Lakewood’ s Community Circulator, the City worked with RTA to run a pilot Shopper Shuttle from March 2010 to April 2011. This program was intended as a service similar to the circulator service for the Lakewood Community Circulator but was discontinued in April 2011 due to low ridership (averaging approximately 12 riders a day). In this study, the City plans to analyze and assess different options and alternatives to address the lack in transit service left behind by the Lakewood Community Circulator’ s discontinuation. Mobility Needs of the Community Currently, RTA operates six bus lines (RTA routes 25, 26, 43, 55, 78, and 83) and two rapid rail stations W. 117th and Triskett) that serve the City. However, these services provide inadequate circulation access among local destinations within the city, causing the public’ s need for smaller scale community mobility. A community- focused route could provide advantages connecting residents to regional bus and train routes to access destinations outside of Lakewood, as well as within the city. Attractors to consider in the greater Lakewood area include: Downtown Cleveland, to the east of Lakewood Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, to the southwest NASA employment center Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital Lakewood Park Lakewood Public Library Lakewood Civic Auditorium Beck Center for the Arts Within the city there are large offices, schools, family centers, medical office buildings, emergency medi- cal care, and grocery stores that are inconvenient to get to for residents who do not drive personal vehi- cles. From public feedback, elderly community members experience difficulty getting to grocery stores and doctor’ s appointments. Additionally, the school district is a walking district, so there are no school bus routes provided to students. A successful community- focused service in Lakewood would provide direct access to locations within the city while providing opportunities to easily transfer to regional transit services offered by RTA routes to access the Airport, residential areas, and Downtown Cleveland, and provide stronger transportation connections and independence for City residents. City of Lakewood Transit Needs Survey In April 2024 a transit needs survey was posted on the City’s website for the month of April 2024. There were 550 responses to the survey, which requested information about how residents travel and how residents would prefer to travel in the City. The first survey question asked respondents how they travel for trips within Lakewood, allowing for mul- tiple selections. The results showed over 80 percent of responding residents walk and drive their own cars in the City, about 40 percent of respondents ride bicycles, more than 30 percent carpool, 25 078

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 6 percent use a rideshare service, more than 20 percent ride the bus, and two percent use a wheelchair or other mobility device as summarized in Table 1.1. Table 1.1: Survey Question 1: How do you travel for trips within Lakewood? ( Select All That Apply) How Percent Who Travel* Walking 86% In your own car 83% On a bike (or e-bike, e -scooter, etc.) 42% In a carpool with family/ friends 32% Using a rideshare service (lyft, uber, etc.) 25% Riding the bus (GCRTA) 22% Using existing local transit (i.e. Senior Transportation Connection) 4% In a wheelchair or other mobility assistance device 2% Note: As responders were directed to select all that apply, this column will not sum up to 100%. Approximately 35 percent of respondents utilized two or fewer modes, with 70 percent utilizing three or fewer modes and 90 percent using four or fewer modes. For respondents only taking indicating one mode of travel, 75 percent said in a car or carpooling, nine percent said existing local transit (i.e. Senior Transportation Connection), with three percent saying RTA transit. This indicates a portion of the com- munity reliant on current localized transit services for mobility. The second survey question asked how respondents would like to travel within Lakewood— with a pref- erence scale of 1 for highest and 10 for lowest preference. As summarized in Table 1.2, the most fa- vored transportation mode is walking closely followed by riding in a car then bicycling, riding the bus, and in a mobility device being the least favored. Table 1.2: Survey Question 2: How do you want to travel for trips within Lakewood? Please select your preference on a scale of 1 (highest preference) to 10 (lowest preference) How Average Preference in order) of Preference 1, 2, and 3 Walking 4.2 57% In a car 4.2 50% On a bike 4.4 46% Riding the bus 4.6 44% In a wheelchair or other mobility assistance device 5.7 37% The percent a mode of travel was listed in the top three of the preferred modes is also shown in Table 1.2. The third question asked respondents what challenges they experience when using public transporta- tion in Lakewood. The most common response was a lack of bus frequency and connections to destina- tions of where the respondents wanted to go. The next most common responses were worrying busses 079

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 7 would not have a schedule duration for riders needs, the length of time transit is expected to take for a trip, and a lack of understanding where the bus system runs. Table 1.3: Survey Question 3: What are your challenges for using public transportation in Lakewood? Select all that apply) Challenge for Using Public Transportation Number of Respondents of Respondents Buses do not come frequently enough. 329 60% Buses do not go where I want/ need to go. 255 46% I am worried buses will not run early or late enough for my needs. 213 39% Transit takes too long. 216 39% I do not know where the buses go. 180 33% Buses do not connect me to Rapid/ Red Line Stations. 135 25% I do not feel safe taking the bus. 92 17% I have mobility issues preventing me from boarding vehicles. 24 4% The fourth survey question asked about preferred destinations in Lakewood. The list included destina- tions derived from current transit data of high-demand locations stops but allowed respondents to also add locations not in the list. The preferred destinations identified in the survey were Lakewood Park and the Lakewood Public Library. In addition to these locations, other groceries, parks, restaurants, schools, residences, and community centers were reported. Table 1.4: Estimated Daily Trips by Destination Preferred Destination Number of Respondents Lakewood Park 451 Lakewood Public Library 359 Marc’s Plaza (Grocery) 281 Giant Eagle Grocery Store 268 Blackbird Baking Company 234 Madison Park 215 Beck Center for the Arts 200 Lakewood Civic Auditorium / High School 158 Breadsmith 139 Dinerbar 116 Rood, Food and Pie 108 Brewellas Coffee 104 Cozumel Restaurant 103 Barocco Restaurant 103 Malleys Chocolates 99 Winking Lizard Restaurant 95 Place to Be Diner 94 Westerly Apts 30 Lakeshore Towers ( 12506 Edgewater Dr) 26 Fedor Manor (12400 Madison Ave) 22 080

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 8 Preferred Destination Number of Respondents Castlewood Apt (17600 Detroit Ave) 21 Cleveland Clinic - Lakewood Family Health Center 18 Park 14 School 13 YMCA 10 Aldi 10 Cove Community Center 8 The fifth survey questioned whether respondents preferred a fixed-route, scheduled service, or a reservation- based service for a community transit service. Eighty percent of respondents preferred a fixed-route, scheduled service. This is not unexpected. From the consumer perspective, consistent and ample transit serve with little pre-planning by users is preferable. Table 1.5: Transit Service Preference Service Type Percent Preference A schedule service at fixed stops 80.3% A service I can reserve with my phone (app or via telephone) to pick me up and drop me off at locations I select reservations made at least one day in advance) 19.7% Similar to question five, question six asked if respondents would want to have transit service on Satur- days, which received overwhelming support at 90 percent of responses. Survey respondents were able to include open comments at the end of the survey. Those comments are contained in Appendix A of this report in their entirety. The most common comments were: Support for a circulator service (45 comments) Calls for better transit services – safer, better routes, longer hours, more frequency or streetcar service (26 comments) Better use of transit for students to access school and their travel needs (14 comments) Better regional and connections to the rail system (13 comments) Better bicycle lanes and infrastructure (12 comments) Better walkability (7 comments) Scooters (6 comments) Positive reactions to the survey (5 comments) Better transit advertising to improve understanding of services (4 comments) Access to parks (4 comments) 081

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 9 2 DESTINATIONS The existing land use, densities of uses and major destinations along with existing RTA data was analyzed to inform the development of potential route options. Table 2.1 summarizes daily trip data for major destinations in the City of Lakewood. Institute of Transportation Engineers ( ITE) Trip Generation Manual 11th Edition was used on the major destinations throughout Lakewood to estimate the daily trips generated from different land uses throughout the city. The Giant Eagle grocery store is the most significant attractor based on generated trips and the surrounding area should be considered for a potential stop. The survey responses for destinations was also included to help inform areas of transit demand. There is the most activity around the Detroit Avenue corridor, which supports the estimated existing bus stop data that showed similar in Figure 2.2. Table 2.1: Estimated Daily Trips by Destination and Survey Destinations Location Daily Trip Generation ITE 11th Edition) Number of Survey Responses Giant Eagle Grocery Store 5,355 268 Breadsmith 1,812 139 Marc’s Plaza (Grocery) 1,507 281 Rood, Food and Pie 1,324 108 Winking Lizard Restaurant 1,249 95 Westerly Apts (14312 Detroit Ave) 974 30 Lakewood Public Library 958 359 Westerly Apts (14300 Detroit Ave) 870 30 Castlewood Apt (17600 Detroit Ave) 849 21 Dinerbar 790 116 Fedor Manor (12400 Madison Ave) 789 22 Lakeshore Towers (12506 Edgewater Dr) 789 26 Beck Center for the Arts 756 200 Southern Café 671 - Madison Park 578 215 Brewellas Coffee 479 104 Place to Be Diner 410 94 Lakewood Civic Auditorium / High School 310 158 Cozumel Restaurant 257 103 Malleys Chocolates 257 99 Lakewood Park 228 451 Barocco Restaurant 111 103 Blackbird Baking Company 81 234 The trip generation estimates for major destinations in the City is illustrated in Figure 2.1. Concentrations of activity along the Detroit Avenue Corridor indicates strong demand, while trip generators between the Detroit Avenue corridor and the Gold Coast residential area and other north/ south connections indicate potential demand for transit service which is currently not in operation. 082

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 10 Figure 2.2: Estimated Destination Daily Trips The existing ridership data for RTA services within the City of Lakewood borders as provided by RTA shows the average daily boardings ( on’s) and alightings (off’s) at each bus stop in the RTA system. As shown, most RTA service in the city is east/ west service. While the areas of concentration for transit riders largely mirrors the potential trip demand analysis in Figure 2.1, there is potential to provide better community linkage among areas such as Lakewood Park, the Gold Coast residential area, the subway station on W. 117th, and several areas along Detroit Avenue and Madison Avenue. Figure 2.2: Existing RTA Bus Boarding and Alighting In comparing the existing ridership and the major trip generators the following observations informed feasibility scenario development: Major generators and existing ridership are concentrated on the Detroit Avenue corridor. Ridership on the east-west RTA routes could be augmented by north-south connections through a community connector. 083

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 11 3 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES 3.1 Shared Mobility Definitions The following definitions are used in the Federal Transit Administration ( FTA) Shared Mobility frequently asked questions ( FAQs) 1. Many are based on TCRP Research Report #188: Shared Mobility and the Transformation of Public Transit. 2 Public Transportation Regular, continuing shared-ride surface transportation services open to the general public or open to a segment of the general public defined by age, disability, or low income. Public transportation does not include intercity passenger rail transportation; intercity bus service; charter bus service; school bus service; sightseeing service; courtesy shuttle service for patrons of one or more specific establishments; or intra-terminal or intra-facility shuttle services. [ US Code reference: 49 USC 5302] Example: RTA Demand Responsive System A system of transporting individuals, including the provision of designated public transportation service by public entities and the provision of transportation service by private entities, including, but not limited to, specified transportation service, which is not a fixed route system. [ US Code reference: 49 CFR 37.3] Despite the increased efficiencies made possible by technology, general public DRT/ microtransit is still far less productive and efficient than fixed route transit operating in more dense areas. General public DRT tends to carry an average of between three and five passengers per hour, though some flex zones with more trip generators or attractors experience higher ridership numbers. Fixed- Route System A system of transporting individuals, including the provision of designated public transportation service by public entities and the provision of transportation service by private entities, including, but not limited to, specific public transportation service, on which a vehicle is operated along a prescribed route according to a fixed schedule. [ US Code reference: 49 CFR 37.3] Paratransit Comparable transit service required by the Americans with Disabilities Act for individuals with disabilities who are unable to use fixed route transportation systems. [ US Code reference: 49 CFR 37.3] Example: RTA’s Paratransit system is contracted to the operator Senior Transportation Connection and runs as an on-demand service 1 https:// www.transit.dot.gov/ regulations-and-guidance/ shared-mobility-frequently-asked-questions 2 https:// www.trb.org/ Publications/ Blurbs/ 174653.aspx 084 https:// http://www.trb.org/ http://www.trb.org/ https://

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 12 Microtransit IT-enabled private multi-passenger transportation services, such as Bridj, Chariot, Split, and Via, which serve passengers using dynamically generated routes, and may expect passengers to make their way to and from common pick-up or drop-off points. Vehicles can range from large SUVs to vans to shuttle buses. Because they provide transit-like service but on a smaller, more flexible scale, these new services have been referred to as microtransit. 3 Public microtransit is emerging as an on-demand service that aims to fill in gaps between traditional fixed route services, ride-hailing, and other point-to-point options, to efficiently serve areas or times of lower demand for service. On-demand transit is capable of connecting riders directly, thus reducing investment in fixed route transportation infrastructure, particularly on routes with lower demand. Microtransit can help people faced with bus commutes with multiple transfers to provide a more direct service. Ridesourcing Use of online platforms to connect passengers with drivers 4and automate reservations, payments, and customer feedback. Riders can choose from a variety of service classes, including drivers who use personal, non-commercial, vehicles; traditional taxicabs dispatched via the providers’ apps, and premium services with professional livery drivers and vehicles. Ridesourcing has become one of the most ubiquitous forms of shared mobility. Example: Transportation network company (TNC), ridesharing, e-hailing Contracted Services Studies indicate several potential reasons transit agencies contract out services, including: Improved cost efficiency, Increased flexibility, Access to contractor expertise, and Historical, political, or legal reasons5 A Government Accountability Office report6 surveyed 463 transit agencies and cites “ reducing costs and improving efficiency” as the most frequently cited consideration for agencies deciding to contract out services. However, in the same report managers at agencies that did not outsource their services reported they insourced because contracting out did not or would not result in cost savings. The lower cost of outsourced service is typically made possible by the lower wages and benefits of the contractor’ s 3 Transit Cooperative Research Program Research Report 188, https:// nap.nationalacademies. org/download/ 23578 4 Ibid 5 Third-Party Contracts for Fixed-Route Bus Operations and Maintenance: Performance Metrics (2023), Transportation Research Board, https:// nap.nationalacademies. org/ catalog/ 27074/ third-party-contracts-for-fixed-route-bus-operations- and- maintenance- performance- metrics 6 United States Government Accountability Office (GAO). ( 2013). Transit Agencies’ Use of Contracting to Provide Service. Report to Congressional Committees, GAO-13-782. https:// www.gao.gov/ products/ gao-13-782. 085

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 13 employees— especially operators. 78 Although lower wages and benefits can help reduce costs, there is a risk of higher employee turnover, more difficulty filling open positions, and decreased customer service. When transit agencies outsource bus service, they can more easily start up new services 9 and minimize the agency’ s risk associated with trying out new or special services 10 by avoiding the costs associated with service start-up and discontinuation. 3.2 Public Transportation Operators Analyzed for a Lakewood Community Service Public transportation in the City of Lakewood is operated by RTA, with additional services for paratransit operated by Senior Transportation Connection ( contracted by RTA) and by the City of Lakewood ( also operated by Senior Transportation Connection) limited to elderly (60+) non-emergency medical and daily needs trips. The primary gap in services within the city is community- focused transit for all types of users to allow the sizeable population of those that either do not have access to or a desire not to use an automobile for trips within the city. Two private contractors, SHARE Mobility and Via, provide community transit operations services in other similar sized communities within the State of Ohio. 3.2.1 Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) provides transportation services for 150,000- 200,000 customers on a typical weekday, or about 45 million rides annually, through a variety of services. In 2016, RTA provided 18.1 million vehicle-miles of service on all modes -- HealthLine, bus, Paratransit, light rail, heavy rail, and vanpools. Services provided in the City of Lakewood include: Local Bus Services have 154 stops in the city and serve 2,200 boardings and deboardings per weekday within the City. The Red Line, heavy-rail service operates 7 days a week, with a frequency of 7-15 minutes for 20 hours a day. Typical daily weekday Red Line ridership at the Trisket Station is 293 and at W. 117th is 659 riders. Paratransit services designed specifically to meet the needs of the disabled customers who are unable to use regular RTA buses and trains provides door-to-door service, with 80 vehicles owned and operated by RTA, as well as an additional 80 vehicles operated by three private subcontractors. Users must pre- register and pre-qualify. Reservations are taken by phone, e-mail or on-line from 1-7 days in advance. 7 Songju, K. (2005). The Effects of Fixed-Route Transit Service Contracting on Labor. Ph.D. dissertation, University of California, Berkeley. 8 Frick, K.T., B. Taylor, and M. Wachs. (2008). Contracting for Public Transit Services: Evaluating the Tradeoffs. California Policy Research Center, University of California Transportation Center, and the Center for Labor and Employment, Berkeley, California. https:// escholarship. org/ uc/ item/ 3v9449jg. 9 Watson, L., and S. Freeman. (2019). Outsourcing in a Rapidly Changing Transportation Industry. Busied. https:// busride.com/ outsourcing- in-a-rapidly-changing-transportation- industry/. 10 Reich, S., and J. Davis. (2011). Analysis of Contracting for Fixed Route Bus Service. Prepared for the Florida Department of Transportation by the National Center for Transit Research. https:// www.nctr.usf.edu wp-content/ uploads/ 2011/ 08/ 77923.pdf. 086

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 14 3.2.2 Senior Transportation Connection The non-profit Senior Transportation Connection ( STC) provides seniors and adults with disabilities with on-demand service throughout Cuyahoga County. Since 2005, STC has collaborated with communities and organizations that choose our expertise and experience so constituents can access activities essential to independent living, personal fulfillment, self-sufficiency and community connectivity. STC contracts with 26 municipalities, including the City of Cleveland; Cuyahoga County Division of Senior Adult Services ( DSAS) Options; Benjamin Rose Institute; and GCRTA Paratransit. About 12,000 Cuyahoga County residents are registered STC riders, with mobility challenges due to age, lack of access, disability, frailty or inability to drive. Only one third of passengers are ambulatory. Most use a wheelchair, walker, or other aid to mobility; or are too frail to walk distances or enter/ exit a vehicle without help. Last year, STC delivered nearly 145,000 trips and traveled 1.3 million miles. STC was founded after Mt. Sinai Health Care Foundation commissioned a transportation study from Cuyahoga County to analyze the impact of transportation for seniors. The resulting report guided the collaborative STC model that tailors each public-private partnership to reflect the needs and budgets of the contracting municipality or agency. Today, STC employs 85 individuals, manages a fleet of 60 accessible vehicles, and operates a dynamic, centralized Call Center. 11 3.2.3 City of Lakewood The City of Lakewood currently has a free transportation service for seniors (60+) in the community to allow elderly residents to attend medical appointments, grocery stores, and miscellaneous activities. The service is operated by Senior Transportation Connection, a local contractor that specializes in serving the elderly community in Cuyahoga County. The service in Lakewood operates five days a week with Senior Transportation Connection providing the drivers. The City of Lakewood owns four 18-passenger vans and employs one full-time and two part-time commercial drivers, licensed drivers. The 2022 ridership totaled 11,730 one-way trips. The city pays Senior Transportation Connection $ 35 per trip. Of the total trips, 30 percent were estimated to be for the congregate meal program, 30 percent estimated for activities, 15 percent for grocery trips, and 25 percent estimated for other trips. The combination of short trips and low ridership for the existing program leads to drivers only being in the van for 1.5 to 2 hours daily. The program is also running at capacity for current services based on current staff. 3.2.4 SHARE Mobility SHARE Mobility is a software platform and logistics transit services company that works with third party operators to provide private and public transportation services. These include commuter vanpools as well as community- based on-demand and fixed route services. They currently work with nine municipalities in various formats as operator, dispatcher or software provider. RTA uses their software platform in Brook Park and Solon. 11 https:// www.riderta.com/ paratransit/ using 087

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 15 One of the main features of the SHARE web-based rider app is called “ Destination Profiles” which are linked to different businesses so a rider can choose the best mode of transportation to get to the business. Destination Profiles will tell the passenger what the commute times are, where they should go to get dropped off and picked up and ADA accessibility information. SHARE generally operates with the support of Ohio Department of Transportation funds for workforce development and federal public transportation funds such as federal 5307 and 5310 funding categories. Each community served with SHARE services in Ohio have different types of services offered: SHARE operates the SHARE Connector in Dublin, a free transportation service for Dublin residents over the age of 55, residents with disabilities or anyone who works in Dublin. The Dublin Connector provides necessary transportation options for Dublin’ s workforce, eliminating a barrier for many jobseekers looking to work in the community. The program is sponsored by the City of Dublin and operated by SHARE Mobility. To use the Dublin Connector, create a SHARE Mobility account. Trips must be booked at least two hours in advance and can be booked through the SHARE Mobility app, the Dublin Connector website or by calling a phone number. The Dublin Connector will pick up and drop off at any address in Dublin. In Dublin, services operate Monday to Saturday from 5:30AM to 12:30 AM. The contract is invoiced every thirty days. In Wayne County, SHARE operates an on-demand service for 14 hours of service with 1,085 riders per day in 14-passenger vans. In Chillicothe, SHARE operates an on-demand system with a dedicated staff person for dispatching. The most common vehicles operated by SHARE mobility are 18-passenger vans leased from rental car companies. This is the largest vehicle that can be operated without a commercial driver’ s license. 3.2.5 Via Via Transportation Inc. provides software as a service (SaaS) and mobility as a service to operators of public transportation, multimodal transport, paratransit operations in compliance with laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, non-emergency medical transportation, logistics and deliveries, school bus fleets, commercial ridesharing and corporate shuttles, and autonomous vehicles. Via provides technology, but organizations provide vehicle fleets, drivers, and their live service staff. VIA transit operates services in the Columbus area and in Toledo. Under contract with the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), Via operates an on-demand shared transit network in Grove City. Using the COTA Plus app, riders are able to hail a shuttle from their smartphone. Via’s algorithms enable multiple riders to share the vehicle. The technology directs passengers to a nearby virtual bus stop within walking distance for pick up and drop off, allowing for shared trips without fixed routes and schedules. Under contract with the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA), Via operates TARTA Flex, an on-demand public transit service. Users in the TARTA Flex service zones to order a pre-booked or on- demand shared ride through the TARTA Flex app. Via’s algorithms match multiple riders going in the same direction into one vehicle. TARTA Flex is designed to fill in “transit deserts” by providing coverage in areas where TARTA’ s 30 fixed-route lines do not reach. 088

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 16 4 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS REVIEWED FOR LAKEWOOD A range of fixed route and on-demand options were investigated for their level of service provided and administrative and operating costs as well as revenue potential. Options for fixed route service were developed to serve key destinations in the city, have reasonable route lengths, and collocated stops with existing RTA stops. For both fixed route and on-demand service options, practical service operators which currently offer community transit services in Ohio were assessed as potential community connector operators. 4.1.1 Fixed Route Service Options To assess feasible route options, three fixed routes were assessed for potential ridership and cost. Initial route development in coordination with City staff included recommendations to include residential areas of the Gold Coast in the northeast portion of Lakewood as well as Lakewood Park found in the northern area of Lakewood. Using the Land Use trip generation data, the recommendations from the city and existing estimated bus stop board and alights data, three potential fixed routes were created using existing bus stops: Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop The Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop route was designed to supplement RTA east-west service on Madison Avenue and Detroit Avenue while providing a connection between the two corridors on the eastern and western sides of the city. These two corridors directly serve many of the significant destinations in the city. The stops used in this scenario are frequent on this route, occurring once every quarter to half mile, but exclude the City’s recommended locations (Gold Coast and Lakewood Park), as illustrated in Figure 4.1, and detailed in Table 4.1. Figure 4.1: Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Stop Locations 089

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 17 Table 4.2: Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Daily Ridership Forecast Stop Name Boardings Alighting Total Ridership W 117th Street @ Madison Avenue 7.9 28.1 36.0 W 117th Street @ Detroit Avenue 23.8 8.6 32.4 Almeda Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 15.8 7.1 22.9 Bunts Road @ Detroit Avenue 36.2 7.8 44.0 Warren Road @ Detroit Avenue 11.8 30.6 42.4 Andrews Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 17.4 20.4 37.8 Ethel Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 6.9 4.2 11.1 Sloane Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 22.2 14.9 37.1 Ethel Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 9.8 12.7 22.5 Hilliard Road @ Madison Avenue 23.4 14.1 37.6 Warren Road @ Madison Avenue 5.3 3.8 9.1 Bunts Road @ Madison Avenue 3.3 2.5 5.7 Madison Avenue @ Clarence Avenue 2.4 5.3 7.7 Lark Street @ Madison Avenue 4.7 4.7 9.5 Total Daily Ridership 190.9 164.8 355.8 Gold Coast Connection The Gold Coast Connection route was designed to provide an option for the residents of the Gold Coast to have easy access to the RTA Red Line W. 117 – Madison Station. There is overlap between this route and the Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop route for potential for both routes to run simultaneously to allow residents to disembark one route and board the other, depending on where they need to end up. The simultaneous routes could cover more major destinations in the city. However, due to low forecasted trips of this limited route, it was not used further in the assessment of service options. The Gold Coast Connection is illustrated in Figure 4.2 and detailed in Table 4.2. 090

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 18 Figure 4.2: Gold Coast Connection Stop Locations Table 4.2: Gold Coast Connection Daily Ridership Forecast Stop Name Boardings Alighting Total Ridership W 117th St @ Madison Avenue 4.1 0.4 4.5 W 117th St @ De- troit Avenue 11.7 5.9 17.6 W 117th @ Clif- ton Boulevard 12.7 1.4 14.1 11720 Edgewater Drive 1.2 5.0 6.2 Edgewater Drive and Cove Drive 2.2 8.1 10.3 Gold Coast @ Lake Avenue 7.6 8.7 16.2 Lakewood Park 3.2 7.7 10.9 Total Daily Rid- ership 42.7 37.2 79.8 Extended Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop The Extended Loop was designed to cover almost every major destination and location recommended by City staff, while still being in a closed loop which can run non-stop. While there is the potential to connect to Lakewood Park, it would make connections to other major destinations, such as the Giant Eagle grocery store, more circuitous. Giant Eagle’ s location is east of Lakewood Park; therefore, coverage of Lakewood Park would likely mean not covering a Giant Eagle stop. Given the large coverage of this route its ridership analysis was used in on-demand scenarios as well. The Extended Madison Avenue/ Detroit Avenue Loop route is illustrated in Figure 4.3 and detailed in Table 4.3. 091

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 19 Figure 4.3: Extended Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Stop Locations 092

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 20 Table 4.3: Extended Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop Daily Ridership Forecast Stop Name Boardings Alighting Total Ridership W 117th Avenue @ Madison Avenue 5.9 9.1 15.0 Lark Street @ Madison Avenue 3.2 1.6 4.8 Madison Avenue @ Clarence Ave- nue 21.2 0.4 21.6 Bunts Road @ Madison Avenue 2.5 2.4 4.9 Warren Road @ Madison Avenue 15.1 2.6 17.7 Hilliard Road @ Madison Avenue 13.9 2.6 16.5 Cordova Avenue @ Madison Ave- nue 12.1 9.5 21.7 Sloane Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 20.1 34.7 54.8 Ethel Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 20.0 11.0 30.9 Andrews Avenue @ Detroit Avenue 14.5 34.1 48.6 Warren Road @ Detroit Avenue 9.2 26.0 35.2 Bunts Road @ De- troit Avenue 17.8 14.4 32.2 Gold Coast @ Lake Avenue 11.6 10.9 22.5 Edgewater Drive @ Cove Drive 25.2 9.9 35.1 11720 Edgewater Drive 0.5 7.7 8.2 W 117th Street @ Clifton Boulevard 19.5 4.6 24.0 W 117th Street @ Detroit Avenue 20.0 27.8 47.7 Total Daily Rid- ership 232.3 209.3 441.4 4.1.2 On-Demand Service Option On-demand service can provide Citywide coverage for door-to-door or near door-to-door service. Recent developments in technology allow for more economic scheduling options for on-demand 093

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 21 services as well as the parsing of individualized trip needs for different classes or riders such as youth, seniors and accessible vehicle needs. This can also provide the potential for hybrid services which are funded through several types of programs to expand the population served by on-demand transit while not violating the terms of funding intended for the provision of transportation for specific groups. The Senior Connection services in the City of Lakewood are an on-demand service funded for only seniors 60 and older and their caregivers. Services are also available for adults 18-59 with permanent disabilities. The vehicles may also be used for youth services, however expansion to the general population is complicated by the funding requirement of the programs as well as the potential for significant mission creep and the degradation of services for the target populations. For purposes of the feasibility analysis, the ridership estimates for on-demand service was assumed to be the same as the Extended Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop fixed route scenario. 4.1.3 Service Hours and Frequency The service hour scenarios analyzed were: 8-hour service: 8AM to 4PM 12-hour service: 7AM to 7PM 14-hour service: 6AM to 8PM These scenarios included weekday- only service as well as six-day weekday and Saturday service. 4.2 Other Critical Factors for the Feasibility of a New Transit Service The basic components of a transit service—the vehicles, drivers, schedules and stop locations— are often not enough to ensure a well-used and regarded public transportation option for a community. Other factors both within and outside the control of a city are important to consider when determining the feasibility of a transit service. General community size, walkability and connectivity along with the density of residences and employment are factors in the level of ridership potential for transit services. In the long-term, transit services can also enable population and employment growth at a rate higher than the addition of vehicles to the roadways. Stop area conditions, amenities and branding can both inform the public of the service, while also providing a more comfortable waiting experience. Promotion of services through sustained advertising campaign( s) are also important in ensuring awareness of a transportation service. Pricing of transit services are important determining factors for riders. Pricing is often compared to eh cost of auto travel, therefore the price of gasoline can be a major external factor for transit usage. Other external factors such as pandemics or special events also have the potential to increase and decrease ridership demand. While costs are ultimately the limiting factor in the level of operations, a city can provide supportive programs to help ensure the investment in transit services has the maximum benefit to the community. 094

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 22 4.3 Scenario Analysis Assumptions Scenario alternatives were developed and analyzed using the following assumptions. 4.3.1 Routes The Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop and the Extended Loop route were used in the analysis. The number of service vehicles required is based on the route run time and headway values. The Gold Coast Connection route option was not included in the scenario alternative analysis. 4.3.2 Ridership Ridership forecasting was provided by the Federal Transit Administration’ s STOPS model of the potential routes. A ridership elasticity for hours of service was 0.2 which would result in a change in ridership from a standard 14 hour service operation. 4.3.3 Service Headways analyzed were 20 minutes, 30 minutes, and 40 minutes. A 40-minute headway assumption was used when forecasting potential on-demand ridership demand. Where ranges of costs were shown, a high level of transit service was the extended loop routing operating at 20-minute headways with the low range of values based on a Madison Avenue / Detroit Avenue Loop route with 40-minute headways. 4.3.4 Fares Fares range from $1.25 (RTA senior rate) to $2.50 (RTA standard rate). An elasticity of fare rates of 0.2 was used to apply a 20 percent decrease in ridership for every doubling of fares. 4.3.5 Costs Operating Cost per Vehicle Revenue Hour was assumed to be $140 per hour for City operation of transit service. Contractors’ costs were assumed to be a start-up cost of $20,000 with an annual management cost of $50,000, a $1,200 per day cost per vehicle and a $1,500 per month cost of the use of schedule software based on discussions with private providers. Vehicle purchases were assumed to be $400k for the cost of the vehicle and its procurement. 4.3.6 Rider Behavior The amount of diversion from auto trip usage was assumed to be 25 percent of riders of the service. The number of owned automobiles no longer needed was assumed to be of the auto trip diversion ( 12.5 percent of the ridership). This value was multiplied by the average annual savings vehicle operating cost of $10,729 as reported by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics to obtain a qualified user benefit. 12 4.3.7 External Cost Saving The external cost savings due to reduced automobile trips was calculated by the auto trip diversion 12 https:// www.bts.gov/ content/ average-cost-owning-and-operating-automobilea- assuming-15000-vehicle-miles- year 095

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 23 multiplied by an assumed average of four miles per trip to obtain an annual vehicle miles traveled (VMT) value. The VMT was multiplied by External Highway Use Costs as assumed by USDOT in its Benefit/ Cost Analysis Guidance. 13 The costs are presented as cost savings to congestion, noise, safety and CO2 emissions on a per mile basis. The value for light-duty vehicles in an urban area was used. These costs totaled $0.2639 per vehicle mile traveled. 4.4 Scenarios Based on the information collected, six scenarios were assessed to include the range of feasible service and operational structure structures. The potential variables among the scenarios were the operator, service format/ routing, frequency of service, hours of operation and days of service. Operator: Potential operators reviewed were the City of Lakewood, RTA (likely through a contractor), and the contractors of Senior Transportation Connection or other contractors such as VIA or Share. Service format/ routing: On-demand citywide service or fixed route options were included. Only the Inner Loop and Extended Loop routes were included in the scenarios given the low ridership potential of the “L” route. Frequency: The frequency of service ranged from 20 to 40 minutes for fixed route service. On- demand service is booked a minimum of four hours in advance. Hours of operations were analyzed for 8AM to 4PM (eight hour) and 6AM to 8PM (14 hour) durations for Monday to Saturday ( six day) service. To assess operating costs, a low and high range of service was analyzed with the low being 40- minute headways and high being 20-minute headways for fixed route service. All on-demand scenarios were analyzed as 40-minute headways for six-day service. Benefits: The benefit of avoided auto trips in terms of reduced user costs and reduced external costs were quantified. While there are quantified benefits of community support, increased mobility and community character and pride are not included in this calculation— those benefits can be assumed to be proportional to the quantifiable benefits for purposes of determining distinguishing among alternative services. o Benefits to user were estimated from the reduction in auto ownership multiplied by the annual operating cost of an automobile. Benefits to City were estimated by multiplying the External Highway Use Costs as the vehicle miles traveled reduction of each scenario Cost/ Benefit ratio was calculated by adding the quantified benefits and dividing by the annual operating and capital costs of each scenario. Scenarios not analyzed included: The City independently operating an on-demand citywide service directly – due to the high cost of logistics and hiring scheduling staff Multiple fixed routes of service Weekday-only service 13 https:// www.transportation. gov/ sites/ dot.gov/ files/ 2023- 12/Benefit%20Cost%20Analysis%20Guidance%202024%20Update.pdf Table A-14 096 https://www.transportation.gov/sites/dot.gov/ﬁles/2023-12/ https://www.transportation.gov/sites/dot.gov/

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 24 The alternative scenarios compared for assessment of feasibility are: 4.4.1 Alternative 1 – Fixed Route Operated by City The fixed route operated by the City would require two to six City-owned vehicles operated by City employed drivers. Any fares collected could be used to offset operational costs. This alternative scenario has the most expensive capital and operational cost forecast but would provide the most operational control for the City. 4.4.2 Alternative 2 – Fixed Route Operated by a Contractor The fixed route operated by a contractor would have its terms decided through negation with a private contractor. Generally, a flat fee per day is paid to the contractor to operate a service with leased vehicles from a 3rd party vendor. 4.4.3 Alternative 3 – Fixed Route Operated by RTA The fixed route operated by RTA could potentially be directly operated or through a contractor. RTA could fund the route itself or fund it through formula or discretionary grant funding through ODOT or the United State Department of Transportation. Benefits to the City would be RTA has more capacity to prove the administrative and financial expertise along with current contractual relationship with potential private contractors. It is possible the City could provide partial funding to an RTA-operated connector service. 4.4.4 Alternative 4 – On-Demand – Senior ( Existing) A van service operated by the Senior Transportation Connection is used by elderly residents to help them get to medical appointments and go grocery shopping. This service could potentially be expanded to provide service to other population groups— however services may need to continue to be separated due to funding requirements. 4.4.5 Alternative 5 – On-Demand – Contracted A potential on-demand service run by a contractor would allow residents to call for a ride using the web- based app, or a phone call at least 4 hours in advance to take them anywhere within the city using leased vehicles. The Senior Transportation Connection could be a potential contractor. 4.4.6 Alternative 6 – On-Demand Hybrid - Contracted A potential on-demand service run by a contractor would allow residents to call for a ride using the web- based app, or a phone call at least 4 hours in advance to take them anywhere within the city using a mixture of leased and city-owned vehicles. Each scenario is compared in Table 4.4 to summarize its costs and benefits. 097

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Service Options Memorandum Iteris, Inc. | 25 Table 4.4: Alternative Scenario Comparison Fixed Route On-Demand Alt 1 – City Fixed Route Alt 2 – Contractor Alt 3 – RTA Alt 4 – STC Alt 5 – Contractor Alt 6 – Hybrid User Experience Schedule needed? Yes Yes Yes No No No Reserve in advance? No No No Yes Yes Yes Coverage Fixed Stops Fixed Stops Fixed Stops Select locations Citywide Citywide Administrative Responsibility Insurance City Contractor RTA STC Contractor City Hiring Drivers City Contractor RTA STC Contractor City/ Contractor Need employee for schedule City Contractor RTA STC Contractor Hybrid Vehicles owned City Contractor RTA City Contractor Hybrid Maintenance City Contractor RTA City Contractor Hybrid Ridership Daily Boardings 327-477 327-477 327-477 312 312 312 Annual Ridership 47k – 68k 47k – 68k 47k – 68k 43.5k 43.5k 43.5k Annual Passenger Miles 93k – 136k 93k – 136k 93k – 136k 87k 87k 87k Auto Trips Reduced per Day 82-119 82-119 82-119 78 78 78 Costs and Revenue Capital (every 10 years) $ 1.3M-$2.5M $ 70k Varies* $ 870k- 1.3M $ 70k $ 470k - $670k Operations ( annual) $ 1.1M-$3.7 M $ 1M-$1.9 M $ 1M-$1.9 M* $ 740k - 1.4M $ 740k - $1.4M $ 740k - $1.4M Fare Revenue $ 107k - $187k $ 107k - $187k $ 107k - $187k $ 108k $ 108k $ 108k Annual Auto Cost Reduction ( User Benefit of Cost Savings) 418k - $697k $ 418k - $697k $ 418k - $697k $ 418k $ 418k $ 418k External Benefits to City $ 26k - $43k $ 26k - $43k $ 26k - $43k $ 26k $ 26k $ 26k Cost/ Benefit (fixed route range based on level of service— low to high) 0.45 - 0.24 0.48 – 0.55 0.48 – 0.55 0.67 0.74 0.70 098

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 26 5 CONCLUSIONS The service which is forecasted to provide the most benefits for its cost is a contracted on-demand service. This is due to limited capital costs as the contractor would provide vehicles for the service. Given RTA has experience with other agencies in utilizing grant funding for on-demand services, it is recommended the City work RTA to develop a service which could be implemented in partnership between the City and RTA as a first step. Concurrently Senior Transportation Connection can be contacted and understand the service options they can provide and the costs associated with those service offerings. 099

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 27 APPENDIX A – SURVEY COMMENTS Comment Category Comment Benches Please add more benches around the city for people walking. I have mobility issues and need to sit frequently but still enjoy going for walks when I can but it’s hard to do without places to sit. Better connection to Cleveland this is more Cleveland transportation, but would love if 55 would stop in Ohio city/ hing town or a 26 that ran on Clifton and stopped in west Cleveland in- stead of going straight to Public square Better crosswalk visi- bility Better and visible cross walks on madison. By Brewellas, Rood. Also add cross walk by Barrio with flashing lights. Thank you! Better services for those with disabili- ties Adults with disabilities 18-59 cannot access senior transportation in Lake- wood. However they need those services. Unless you have a wheelchair van It is difficult to travel around lakewood if you use a wheelchair or cannot walk very far. It is not an equitable situation for services available to adults with disabilities between 18-59 in our city who need hot meals and similar services as seniors are offered. Thanks for hearing these needs for our community. Better transit adver- tising better publication of the available rides/ rules. for example, the senior trans- portation website does not say what is the age to use it. it just lists "senior citizens". Is that 55, 60, 65.... Better transit adver- tising Easier, more clear and simple way to find schedules and routes. I get lost in there some times. Better transit adver- tising I’d be interested in taking public transit if I knew more about it! Better transit adver- tising It would be nice if the bus routes W/ cross streets noted, were posted on the bus stop signs Better transit service Bus drivers or aides to help getting on or off Better transit service Consider opportunities to improve the transit along Clifton - either emulating the Healthline design or something on par with this - in an effort to reduce overall boulevard width and to encourage natural traffic calming design tech- niques Better transit service Current RTA schedule makes it almost impossible to live near Madison and at- tend functions in Cleveland, especially near Univ. Circle in the evening, as there is no way to get home after 8 pm. Better transit service Frequency helps solve some of the on-time problems, but fast frequent ser- vice is critical for getting me to shelve my car and take the bus. Better transit service Frequency is freedom. Lakewood most of all needs more frequency on the 25 on Madison which only runs every half hour but connects Lakewoodites to Cleveland and the W.117TH transit station. It will be optimal to also in- crease service on the 26 during off peak times. Which leaves us late night workers waiting half an hour for a bus ride home. Better transit service I feel like an immediate improvement to the personal economies of a alot of people could easily be brought about by converting the 25 and 26 schedules to a 2 or 3 busses an hour route and making it 24 hours. 100

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 28 Better transit service I want an easy loop of Lakewood from the far west to the far east side that travels on a regular basis. That would make my life so much simpler. Better transit service I wish busses ran more often on madison Better transit service I wish there were more North/ South buslines since it's a 15 minute walk to my nearest East/ West station, so at that point I'm more inclined to drive. I am also hesitant to take the bus because it's slower than driving - a dedicated, faster bus lane would encourage me to use it more. And I know it's impossi- ble, but having a rapid station in Lakewood like near Lakewood Park or Down- town Lakewood would be tremendous. Better transit service I wish there were shuttles that just went up and down our main streets all day Madison, Detroit, Clifton, Lake Better transit service I would like to see a loop that could take me to destinations other than near Detroit Avenue on the western end of Lakewood Better transit service I would love more public transportation in Lakewood! I love how walkable the city is, but I could explore even more with better public transit Better transit service I’d be very willing to use public transit to move east/ west on Detroit and Madison if there was a quick and efficient service. I’m often going to bars and ubering, but a reliable bus schedule would be ideal Better transit service I'd love to have more frequent buses up and down Madison and Detroit! Better transit service It's easy to use the 26 or 55 to get to any location along Detroit or Cove Com- munity Center on Clifton. But it's near impossible to easily get to locations on Madison. And a route that goes down Riverside/ Rocky River Dr is desperately needed to get to Fairview Hospital Better transit service Lakewood, while extremely walkable, needs public transit that occurs more frequently, and has more flexibility. Better transit service Late night service to help people return safely from restaurants and bars. Better transit service Make public transit safer. Crack down on "druggies" abusing the system as well as cracking down on assaults on regular customers Better transit service More frequent bus service, utilize railroad through Lakewood as public transit. Better transit service regular or on demand service that corresponds with RTA rail schedule would be great to get rides to and from Madison station Better transit service The biggest issues would be more frequent transit (preferably light rail) and protected bike lanes. Bicycle lanes Adding dedicated transit and bike infrastructure would be a dream! Clifton’ s 7 lanes definitely has room for a road diet. Also would love to see more cross- walk to cross Clifton for better pedestrian safety/ accessibility Bicycle lanes Bike lanes! Bicycle lanes More bike infrastructure and it would be cool to bring back trollies on Detroit Bicycle lanes Much rather prefer safe cycling options. Dedicated/ protected bike lanes. Everyone ( all ages) in Lakewood should be able to safely cycle to Lakewood park. Bicycle lanes The trolley that would go up and down Detroit and Madison was ideal for stu- dents going to LHS as well as the middle schools. Bringing that back would make a huge impact in the community 101

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 29 Bicycle lanes Transit updates should also come with updates to pedestrian and bicycling in- frastructure. Protected bike lines on major thoroughfares would be appreci- ated. Clifton, Detroit, and Madison should be easily traversed by bike. Bicycle lanes We want safer bike lanes! Bikeability I don’t feel safe taking my bike around town. Please consider more bike lanes. Bikeability I want to go many places on Detroit but cycling there is not safe. Busses for special events Austin tx has buses for special events to the parks for say 4th of July. Allows those we can’t walk to enjoy, and eliminates cars / parking Circulator A free trolley bus that circulates within Lakewood to encourage dining, shop- ping, and entertainment spending in the neighborhood. Covered bus stops to protect from weather, people don’t want to wait 15 minutes in the rain. Circulator A regular community circulator would be great. There could be 3 or 4 defined routes and if there were enough vehicles, I think it would be widely used if you did not have to wait more than 10 minutes or so to hop on Circulator A regular, frequent (every 20-30 minutes) local community circulator service that goes down Detroit and Madison for the entire length of Lakewood, and connects north to south on 237 and 117th would cover 90% of my needs. Get me to the RTA Red Line and that goes up to probably 95%. Circulator A smaller circulator bus service, running continuously on Madison and Detroit and perhaps Clifton) would be a good start, perhaps timing it so that it could have stops at Madison/ Bunts or Detroit/ Bunts soon after the high school lets out so that students could ride the bus back to their homes. Circulator A trolley would be great!! Circulator Although it was not perfect, the concept of the old Circulator worked. I think some minor changes to that system could work again. Circulator Bring back the circulator Circulator Bring back the circulator, teach us about it! Make one way streets if you have to in order to make Lakewood more walkable and fine bus lanes! Circulator Bring back the Circulators Circulator Bring back the community circulators. Make weather protected bus/ transit stops. Circulator BRING BACK THE DETROIT AND MADISON AVENUE CIRCULATORS AND OPER- ATE 24/ 7/ 365! Circulator Cost - taking a local circulator should not cost as much as taking the bus downtown. Ease of paying fare - RTA’ s app (apps?) are not user friendly Circulator Four or Five Trolleys that only service Lakewood ( separate of RTA) would be great. Being able to hop on the trolley at a fixed location and taking it down to the other side of town without spending on gas would be helpful Circulator I have a disabled sibling who cannot drive. The circulator was very helpful for her. The current RTA service for disabled people is often late and sometimes doesn’t show and requires calling to schedule. Circulator I know it's pie in the sky thinking. But Lakewood, while being a walkable com- munity, still needs access to big-box stores, Whole Foods, the Metroparks, etc., and currently that would be difficult for people without a car available. 102

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 30 Circulator I live on Bonnieview near Clifton and the walk to Madison Ave is unfortu- nately too long for me. I am a semi-retired senior. Circulator I love all the small shops, restaurants & cafes in Lakewood. I want to park & hop on & off bus as I go down the street from shop to shop. Circulator I miss the old lakewood transit loop that circled around on Detroit Franklin and madison. Also I'd like to be able to take a bus to the West Side Market. It's annoying and not always safe to take the rapid to w.25th. That stop is so desolate. We need more busses to ferry people to bars in the evening. A simple loop around Detroit and Madison in the evening would be great for the businesses and the community. Hop on, hop off. No driving needed. It seems like a no brainer. Obviously all the uber drivers have figured it out. Circulator I so enjoyed the bus that made a circle in Lakewood. I would get on it with my kids at Northland and Hilliard and ride it to W 117th to Gold Coast up to De- troit and get off at main library. When it was Tim. To leave the library, we could either backtrack that route or take it West on Detroit send ride it back to Madison and Northland. Circulator I used to ride the Lakewood only “bus” in the early 2000’s. I can’t remember what it was called, but it was safe, affordable, and reliable when I was a teen- ager. I always preferred taking that transit instead of the RTA. Circulator I would like to see the circulator come back !! Circulator I would love a circular that you could hop on and off as needed to reduce the amount of cars all over the place! I would happily ride this instead of driving my car everywhere. Circulator It seems to me prioritizing some sort of circulator would be very helpful, es- pecially considering the Gold Coast is very densely populated, and it is difficult to get to places in Lakewood including the library, Marc’ s Plaza, Lakewood Family Health Center etc. Circulator It would be really nice if there was a free or inexpensive circulator bus/ tram/ streetcar that would go around town to locations such as parks and libraries. Something that would be easy enough for families to use. I like to walk or ride my bike, but if I'm going to an event (e.g., Shakespeare in the Park), I have too many things to carry. Parking is tight at Lakewood Park. This could be one part of a solution. I would love to use my car less when traveling within our community. Also, I want to ride my bike around town more, but I don't feel safe riding on Madison or Detroit. Circulator Just a bus or rail line that went from the Rocky River side of Lakewood to the RTA at 117th (one on the north side of Lakewood and one on the south side) would probably suffice. Stops every ~1mile Circulator Lakewood has a phenomenal restaurant/ bar scene...transportation options other than driving a good thing for business and community Circulator Lakewood is blessed to have maintained the vast majority of its urban fabric and bolstering public transit options would help ensure that our city thrives in the years to come. Reviving a circulator bus, not unlike the former system or akin to downtown Cleveland' s trolley-bus, would help all of our residents travel with ease for daily, intracity needs. Lakewood is the very best place to raise a family in Ohio and helping all of our residents, especially students, the 103

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 31 disabled, and elderly meet their needs without a car will further our city's commitment to accessibility and connectivity at all stages of life. Additionally, the city should be proactive regarding the former Nickel Plate, now Norfolk Southern, railroad tracks. As Cuyahoga County and our greater region begins to see a rise in population again, Lakewood could serve as a catalyst for re- storing commuter rail service along this critical western corridor in the event that NS vacates the right-of-way. While this may not prove necessary at this point in time, the corridor is not safe for a bike path due to the numerous grade crossings; a study for future rail service would benefit the residents of Lakewood to ensure that all options are on the table. Circulator Local transit options would be great and would reduce the need for ride shares when people are out drinking or dining. I’ve lived in cities that have strictly local shuttles and they were widely used. Circulator My wife and I lived downtown for many years. The free RTA trolleys were per- fect for the "last mile" trips. Places that were just a bit too far to walk to but annoying to have to drive to. Lakewood is set up very similarly. Something like the trolleys would be very helpful. Circulator Please add a circulator bus. It doesn't have to be a full-size bus. Circulator Please add a get on get off bus that circles Lakewood ( Madison and Detroit) Circulator Reviving the circulator is an excellent idea. Circulator Something hyper local is fine and good and I have nothing against it. AND...GCRTA having much better funding and better service would connect us even more. Both outside and inside Lakewood. Maybe our resources are better spent lobbying for increased state funding or an additional levy for RTA? Circulator The circulator was a great asset! Would be awesome to have again and even better if it was pet friendly! Circulator The circulator was great when it existed. Something similar that goes in a rec- tangular circuit: 117th, Detroit, Rocky River Drive and Madison Circulator The Circulator was such a good asset! Circulator The community circulator was an amazing asset. Would be nice to see that again with a fixed schedule that people could rely on. Circulator The community circulator was great because it’s awfully far to walk from my area south of Hilliard down to Detroit or heaven forbid to Clifton or Lake, would love that option as we have a family car but I personally don’t drive due to visual impairment. Thanks! Circulator The old Lakewood circular was great - ran every fifteen minutes or so and stopped as needed. Circulator Transit that connects Madison to Detroit and/ or Detroit to Lake Ave. It takes a good 20 minutes to walk from Madison to Detroit just to hop on the 26 Circulator We already had the Lakewood Circulator. We know it works. Bring that back if you want. Otherwise you can shove the NOACA, 15 minute city, ban privately owned vehicles, BS. Circulator We need to bring back the Lakewood Community Circulator and acquire the Norfork Southern track to convert it as a branch of the Red Line. 104

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 32 Circulator With how limited parking is getting in Lakewood, esp on Madison, it would be nice to have a local transit service that’s cheaper and more reliable than Lyft there are less drivers so it can sometimes take forever to get matched) Circulator With popularity of Lakewood Park esp in summer a circulator at various inter- vals would be helpful. Circulator Would like it ran through the city and not through RTA or any other company. Would prefer Lakewood to hire drivers and purchase/ lease the buses Commuter rail Restart the Westshore commuter rail plane Costs How to pay for it Costs This has been done before and is not sustainable. Please don’t raise our taxes even more. The tax burden in Lakewood is already off the charts Don't force electric vehicles Aldi’s. Georgetown, Around the Corner, Senior Center/ Cove, Imigrant Son/ Dollar tree. Hair studios. Service dogs only animal and dogs under 25 lbs as RTA permits. Don’t be forced into electric vehicles Don't need We don’t need this Events Event-based transit used a few times per year for major events when parking is constrained is more likely to be used by me than for routine trips to the gro- cery store. Examples: Solstice celebration, July 4, high school football games, Taste of Lakewood, etc. GCRTA Coordination A transit service that is complementary to the GCRTA is preferred. There are gaps in the RTA service that does not adequately connect Lakewood in a north/ south direction and a Lakewood- specific service could help cover those gaps. Membership that is free to Lakewood residents would be great, but if that isn't possible a service that accepts RTA passes would be great. I take the 26 bus four days a week to downtown Cleveland for work, and I would be great if I could utilize that pass for greater Lakewood travel. I do use the 26 to travel through Lakewood along Detroit, but it does not accommodate travel to other areas of Lakewood. Implement This whole conversation shouldn' t be happening via survey. The city shouldn' t be surveying things that will objectively include the quality of life of its citi- zens. This is on par wtih hosting a survey of if we should remove lead from water pipes. ALL data shows that expanding access to transit and upzoning / removing absurd restrictions on development is quite literally printing money. It's your job to LEAD, it's your job to help your citizens achieve a better life. Doing a survey like this is insulting. The data is there. This is science. Opinions on this will never be in line with the data until people have had an experience for a better life. This is settled science. This isn't ambiguous. There is no QUESTION here other than the question if city council is capable of being leaders that can get their citizens onboard with settled, unambiguous, easy science around expanding transit and upzoning. This is really sad. Invest in current sys- tem This survey presumes there aren't a lot of people who take the bus and isn't focused on the working class of Lakewood at all who do take the bus daily/ weekly and who do take what they need to take to get on the bus. How many lower-income individuals live in proximity to the bus line, and how can Lakewood respect its majority renters' population in which the good chunk of the working class of Lakewood is apart of? I'm all for transit equity. 105

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 33 Light Rail Lakewood needs light rail/ rail car service Lower speed limits As long as we’re on the subject of transportation in Lakewood, let’s bring the speed limit down from 35 to 25 on Franklin/ Hilliard and Lake - there’s no good reason for residential roads to be 35 mph. And a long term goal of nar- rowing / unstraightening / slowing and rezoning Clifton would be amazing. Medical care Transportation for good shopping and medical care(primary care, specialist, mental health counseling, & dental care are essential needs we are missing providing residents. They are glaringly missing from this list, too. Medical care We simply need a service to get us around the city to get what we need or medical appointments, for those that can't walk as far or with limitations ... Need to implement Poorly designed survey. How much money did the city pay for this. All admin and council have heard these concerns for years, it's another form of optics , when in fact you are doing nothing about the viability of convenient transpor- tation in the area. Need transit We need public transit North-south connec- tions It feels like there is a real lack of north-south service away from the center of town. I live on Clifton and if I want to get to anywhere on Madison, it requires tons of walking or several transfers with long waits. Not a priority Lakewood has so many other issues that should be addressed first. Park Access i live north of Lake by lakewood park - so happy to walk to detroit but I fre- quent Madison Ave stores less often. A simple loop connection from lake- wood park to madison may be helpful - maybe it exists and its just not adver- tised Park Access I would love to be able to take the bus to Lakewood Park since the parking there is so limited. Also, I would love for my kids to be able to take the bus to the high school for school. Park Access Please consider adding a stop by or at Lakewood Park to help eliminate park- ing. I think a regular circulator type option is probably the best for our com- munity needs. Park Access So many events at the parks, usually on weekends, that would be mad Pedestrian infra- structure Curb bump outs, remove parking on the streets especially ones that reduce visibility when turning onto Madison/ detroit, raised crosswalks, protected bike lanes - city support that makes it easier and encouraged to get around in ways other than polluting, dangerous vehicles!!! Positive Good luck! Positive I am in awe of all the folks that do you use the RTA. I have never needed to, or chose not to. But, would welcome something just to get around Lakewood. Positive I do support public transportation, even though I do not use it. Plus, it's cold most of the year in Lakewood so a car is much easier/ warmer. Often times I choose within the hour when I want to go somewhere, so a pre-scheduled op- tion would not work for me. I would prefer something quick, almost trolley- like to hop on and off. Positive So excited for this possibility. Positive So glad you are looking into this issue. It would be so helpful. Rail connections Bring back the rail

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 34 Rail connections extend the red line to rocky River. It'd co nect downtown to all Clifton and De- troit locations. Rail connections I love trains Rail connections Is it possible for the RTA to expand its rail service along the Norfolk Southern rail line and enhancing the RTA service. Rail connections Not the intention of this study I'm sure, but in an ideal scenario an RTA rail line would run through lakewood. Reduce emissions Would love to see electric or hybrid vehicles used for this service, anything better than more gasoline emissions in our neighborhoods Regional connec- tions Destinations beyond lakewood, such as the airport or Tremont, Rocky River Regional connec- tions I always wanted to go to the Fest, its a religious event. I don't remember where it is, but no buses go there. Is there anyway that buses can go down to the Fest? (Added by Recorder: The Feast... is a four-day Catholic street festival centered on Holy Rosary Church on Mayfield Road near its intersection with Murray Hill Road in Cleveland' s Little Italy neighborhood.) Regional connec- tions I think that the transit services here are good in general. I have noticed that while going east down Detroit towards downtown there is never a problem finding a bus seat in Lakewood, but while traveling back west in Lakewood it's a struggle sometimes. It seems like there are twice as many people going to the west side of Lakewood towards the next transit center. I typically travel between W Clifton to Clarence and back multiple times a week, and this seems to be an every day issue. On the days I take the bus further west to- wards downtown or to the zoo, as soon as I get outside of Lakewood seats are always full, and doubled up with people standing. There needs to be a greater availability of buses going in that direction in order to fit passengers regularly. This isn't a weekend issue, this happens even on a Monday afternoon. Routes A loop along the smaller thoroughfares like Athens and Franklin would be very helpful for those farther from Madison or Detroit. RTA discount Instead of creating a new service to compete with RTA, how about a discount on RTA existing services. The more people use our public transit, the better it becomes. Safe bicycle lanes The reason so few people ride bikes is because it’s not safe. White paint is not protection. Nobody wants to share the same pavement as a lifted Ford F250 while they are on their flimsy bicycle. This is common sense. We need actual physically protected bike lanes, at minimum along all of Madison and Detroit. This can be as simple as concrete curbs, or simply swap the parking lanes with the bike lanes to use the parked cars as protection. This is long overdue. We also need more crosswalks to make walking safer. Most people jaywalk be- cause there aren’t enough crosswalks and HAWKs along Madison and Detroit. That is easily preventable. Franklin also needs way more crosswalks and HAWKs. In terms of transit, there should be a loop system that goes around all of Lakewood on Madison and Detroit. Ideally it really should be a streetcar on tracks, but short term this could just be a bus. It should go in both direc- tions (clockwise and counterclockwise) and operate every 15 minutes. An- other easy thing that would make it much safer to be a pedestrian in 107

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 35 Lakewood is to implement speed bumps along every residential street. They shouldnt be scattered around to random streets that request them… it should simply be everywhere. Safer bicycling Make biking safer in Lakewood! Safer bicycling Make it safer for bikes and pedestrians; more parking enforcement to dis- courage dangerous and illegal parking; make crosswalks safe for kids, have bike and walk busses for kids going to school Same Day Reserva- tion Service you can reserve with your phone sounds nice, but same day would be better. unless transit is running on Clifton, there is no room for a bus system in Lakewood School Access I just wish there was a bus my kid could take to the high school. We live 3 miles away and it’s just too far to walk with his heavy backpack. School Access I think a bus or other transport that runs down Hilliard/ Franklin would help those kids whose parents do not have a vehicle get to school. There used to be a bus back in the 80’s and 90’s that ran on Hilliard/ Franklin at least once an hour. School Access I think it would be a great service for middle school and high school students as well. School Access It would be nice to have a scheduled service at the far east and west sides of the city to Lakewood High School at times that work with the school schedule. School Access Just reiterating the value of service that can get students to and from school in a reasonable way. Our low income and EL families would really benefit. School Access Kids should be able to take public transportation to school instead of risking their lives walking and crossing streets with distracted, aggitated driverss School Access Middle school & high school transportation School Access My student and I filled this out together. They would like bus routes to the high school. School Access Needs to be kid friendly School Access Please get this survey out to families via our school communications - I think our middle & high school youth might have input worth considering in this conversation. School Access Please include our teens. The city is large. I love living in Lakewood because even though there are several schools, they are all friends. It is hard for work- ing parents to get there pre-teens from one end to other. School Access Stops near schools would be great. Like, if my Garfield teen wants to go see her friends softball team play at Hayes, she could get there and back with transit. Or parents without transportation can get to school meetings without considering the weather (a reality in my Harrison cachement). School Access Thank you for providing this survey. Our family would greatly appreciate a service that young people (ages 12-18) could use to get around Lakewood during the week - especially in the afternoons and throughout the summer. School Access The hours should sync up so high schoolers and middle schoolers could use it Scooters Bring back the scooter program! :) 108

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 36 Scooters Bring back the electric scooters. They are perfect for people that need to im- prove mobility but don't have a car, especially popular with younger people like my kids. Scooters Honestly more bus stops and bring the scooters back Scooters It’s unfortunate the scooters pilot was not a success. A lot of these questions are centered around specific locations which I would agree most everybody wants exact these days. A bus traditionally does not fit these needs. More self serve vehicles like scooters or a bike share I think would be more heavily uti- lized by Lakewood citizens Scooters Keep those rental scooters out of town! Scooters Would love to also bring back rental scooters/ bikes!!! Signal Priority Public transit vehicles must have active signal priority. Streetcar In addition to buses I would love to see Lakewood consider a streetcar, similar to what Cincinnati has done in OTR, that goes in a loop around the city. Obvi- ously a lot of infrastructure challenges but I think it would be a great means of transportation as well as a commitment to sustainability by cutting the city’s reliance on individual cars. Streetcar Please bring back street cars on Clifton to downtown Streetcar Probably completely out of range, but it would be so cool to have light rail, like a street care, running on madison and detroit. Anyways, a community bus that would take anyone in lakewood around lakewood, would be very good. Subscription Service I would be willing to be part of a subscription service where you get so many rides a month Survey concerns I don’t think this is a well-designed survey. I am allowed to leave Lakewood, and well over half my family’ s trips are outside city limits Survey concerns I’m happy to fill this survey out. However, the structure of the survey is a little bit confusing and may result in Low participation or skewed results. The sec- ond question asking you to rank your preferences is a little confusing as one being the highest, and being the lowest preference is not survey or commonly structured. I did realize that it wanted you to basically set a priority, not a preference. Structuring it as a priority was a good idea except There were only five options, Leaving numbers five through 10 not necessary. Also asking what our “challenges” are with Lakewood transit was confusing because it does not exist yet. TOD Transit would only fully improve if we develop as much land near transit corri- dors with dense housing. Improving frequency on the #25 would be great for Lakewoodites on the south side since it's the only bus in Lakewood that only runs every half an hour instead of 15 like the 26 and the Cleveland State Line. Transit and bike in- frastructure All of the problems that Lakewood has in regards to public transportation and active transportation options stem from the fact that we have allowed drivers to own the roads free and clear. Start breaking ground on the active trans- portation infrastructure, start enforcing the existing laws, and then public transportation can thrive. Until then you're putting a band aid on a much big- ger issue, which is defeating entitled and reckless car culture. Transit orientation Please make Lakewood more transit oriented 109

Lakewood Transit Feasibility Study Iteris, Inc. | 37 Transportation for Seniors While transit is not currently an issue for me, I am losing my eye sight and it is increasingly difficult for me to walk. At 77 years of age, things can only get worse. Walkability First and foremost, I LOVE Lakewood’ s walkability! I think offering more pro- tected bike lanes would be great. I would also love a transit system with an app that tracks a bus in real time so you can plan your transportation accord- ingly. As an Ohio Master’ s swimmer, we swim at Lakewood Park in the sum- mer after the pool is closed (evening) and the park is usually busy with people watching the sunset. Parking ends up being very limited and frustrating to navigate (especially since we pay to swim at the pool and often struggle to find parking for practice!). I would bike, but it’s difficult to bike with all my swimming gear and by the time my practice ends (around 9pm) it’s dark and not very safe to ride my bike home. It would be great to have more bus routes connecting LHS/ Madison Ave neighborhood to Lakewood Park, at least during the summer months when Lakewood Park is busy and parking is lim- ited. :) Thanks for offering this survey! Happy to share more if interested— abigailgmillar@gmail. com Walkabilty I would prefer to walk or bike. The walkability is what brought me to Lake- wood. That's one thing I really like about Lakewood. I can walk to the library or the Marcs. The bike lanes don't feel safe enough. I'm afraid of being hit in the unprotected bike lane. So I walk. It gives me exercise so that's a bonus! I'm leery of the bus. Last year when I ran the marathon I parked at the triscuit station and took the RTA. That was scary for a woman by herself. It was empty but there were a few homeless people sleeping, people asking for money, and people that were in poor shape were on the RTA itself. For in- stance a lady that kept falling asleep and falling off of her seat. She was dressed so that her body was exposed. There was a guy muttering to himself. I can't feel safe in the RTA I'm not going to use it. The same with the bus. It needs to be safe. I used to use the bus daily when I lived in Pittsburgh, but it was used by so many people it was safer. Transit here seems to be just used by people with no other option. The people I see by the CVS near the main waiting for the bus are often in poor shape. Walkabilty Walkability would be better if people better adhered to traffic signals and stop signs. The roads are very busy and frequently congested during certain hours of the day and that can lead to safety concerns for pedestrians. I am lucky that my location allows me to get to where I need to be by mostly walk- ing, but safety concerns make me wary some days. Walkabilty Walking is far and away my highest priority for Lakewood. But I would like everyone to have as much access to public transit as possible, even if I never use it. Expand ease of use, times of operation, and access generally wherever possible please. Water Taxi A boat launch that could accommodate a water taxi service would be pretty cool. Western connections Connections to other west suburbs are lacking! I pick up groceries in Rocky River, and I can’t get there on a bus. I sometimes go to Crocker or Avon, and bus transit there is sparse or none. 110

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CityofLakewood Department of Planning and Development Angela Byington, Director David Baas, AICP, Asst. Director 216) 529-6630 planning@lakewoodoh. gov 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 www.lakewoodoh. gov July 21 2025 City Council City of Lakewood 12650 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, Ohio 44107 RE: 2025 Community Planning Services Program Grant: Public Art Master Plan Dear Council President Kepple & Members of City Council: The City of Lakewood sought support from the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission to complete a Public Art Master Plan for the entire City. A master plan will assess existing conditions; create a process and objective regulations for assessing new proposed art; allow the City to prioritize location and type of any new art; providea framework for future public art and placemaking projects based on best practices and how they help achieve the Community Vision; and provide a document to be used for reference when applying for outside funding. The Master Plan will incorporate and build upon other recent public art efforts that have been undertaken. Each year, the City of Lakewood has a public art budget that is included in our capital budget, showing the dedication we have given to this topic. The City has already invested a significant amount of money in public art but would like to have a more strategic direction going forward. Our past projects include: Wagar Park art, wall murals, bus shelter vinyl wraps, asphalt art, and this year, traffic signal box wraps. The City has had some iteration of a public art program since 2015. For our future rounds of funding, we need a better understanding of where our public art is lacking and creation of a frameworkfor the future. The best way to do this is through engaging the artist community, schools, businesses, property owners, and residents. The above referenced grant was awarded to the City of Lakewood in March 2025 and a contract is anticipated in July. The overall estimated cost of the project is $97,000, with the City ’s portion of the process being a 15% match. We respectfully request consideration of this Resolution as the first step to completing the Public Art Master Plan. Sincerely, Amanda Cramer, AICP City Planner, Planning & Development 112

RESOLUTION NO. BY: A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it receives the vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept a grant from the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission to complete a Public Art Master Plan estimated at $83,000 which requires a 15% match. WHEREAS, Lakewood desires to create a Public Art Master Plan to incorporate and build upon public art efforts already undertaken; and WHEREAS, establishing a Public Art Master Plan will provide guidance for future projects and will assist with achieving the Community Vision; and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this resolution is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments in that accepting these funds immediately will allow Lakewood to access the funds and establish a Public Art Master Plan; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. The Director of Planning and Development is hereby authorized to accept a grant from the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission estimated at $83,000 which requires a 15% match, estimated at $14,500, and to enter into any and all necessary agreements to accept and receive said funds. Section 2. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this resolution were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and that all such deliber- ations of this Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements. Section 3. This resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the imme- diate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this resolution, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council this resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor, or otherwise it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 2025- 37 113

CityofLakewood Fire Department Ryan Fairbanks, Fire Chief Ryan Birth, Fire Marshal 216) 529-6656 fire@lakewoodoh. gov July 16, 2025 Lakewood City Council 12650 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107 RE: Sale of Retired Rescue Boat President Kepple and members of City Council, With the replacement of our 2012 Ribcraft rescue boat, we have been in the process of retiring this asset that had served the City of Lakewood for more than twelve years. In that process, we have been approached by municipalities interested in acquiring our former rescue boat. One of those municipalities is the City of Lorain and its fire department. The United States Coast Guard ceased operations at the Lorain Station earlier this year, and the served through a direct sale of such a specialized piece of equipment. I respectfully request thatLakewood City Council approve of the sale of our retired rescue boat to the City of Lorain for the sum agreed upon by both municipalities. I also respectfully request this be passed on first reading based on the time sensitive nature of Lorain’s fire departmentneed for placing a maritime rescue asset into service. Thank you. Respectfully submitted, Ryan Fairbanks Ryan Fairbanks, Fire Chief 14601 Madison Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6656 | www.lakewoodoh. gov 114

RESOLUTION NO. BY: A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect at the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the Director of Finance to sell a 2012 Ribcraft rescue boat to the City of Lorain for $10,000. WHEREAS, Lakewood recently purchased a new fire rescue boat and has taken the 2012 Ribcraft out of service; and WHEREAS, the City of Lorain is in need of a fire rescue boat and has agreed to purchase the Ribcraft for $10,000; and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 2.12 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, this Council by a vote of at least two thirds of its members determines that this ordinance is an emergency measure and that it shall take effect immediately, and that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public property, health, and safety and to provide for the usual daily operation of municipal departments; now, therefore BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. That the Director of Finance is authorized to sell a 2012 Ribcraft 6.5 rescue boat to the City of Lorain without the necessity of an auction for $10,000. Section 2. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this resolution were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and that all such deliberation of the Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements. Section 3. This resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, property, health, safety and welfare in the City and for the usual daily operation of the City for the reasons set forth and defined in the preamble to this resolution, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five (5) members of Council, this resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by the 2025- 38 115

Council and approval by the Mayor; otherwise, it shall take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 116

CityofLakewood Fire Department Ryan Fairbanks, Fire Chief Ryan Birth, Fire Marshal 216) 529-6656 fire@lakewoodoh. gov 14601 Madison Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6656 | www.lakewoodoh. gov July 16, 2025 Lakewood City Council 12650 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107 RE: Neighborhood Paramedic Program Update President Kepple and members of City Council, The Lakewood Fire Department respectfully requests an audience with Lakewood City Council to present an annual update regarding the Neighborhood Paramedic Program. Firefighter/ Paramedic Oliver Harper will be presenting data on program usage, progress, initiatives, and potential needs of the program moving forward. Please refer this request to the appropriate committee of Council’s choosing, and coordinate with my office to ensure availability of Firefighter/ Paramedic Harper. Thank you. Respectfully submitted, Ryan Fairbanks Ryan Fairbanks, Fire Chief 117

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