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Council At Large Ward Council Sarah Kepple, President Kyle Baker, Ward 1, Vice President Thomas R. Bullock III Bryan Evans, Ward 2 Angelina Hamilton Steiner Cindy Strebig, Ward 3 Matthew Bixenstine, Ward 4 Docket of a Meeting of Lakewood City Council Council Chambers MARCH 16, 7:30 PM 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 the Friday before a Council meeting. Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations for participation in meetings must request accommodations at least three business days ahead of the scheduled meeting. Contact Michelle Nochta at (216) 529-5906 or michelle.nochta@lakewoodoh. gov. Protocol for public comment can be found at the end of this docket. The public may view a livestream of the meeting by visiting our Council Videos Page. I. Pledge of Allegiance II. Moment of Silence III. Roll Call IV. Reading and Disposal of the Minutes i. Reading and disposal of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held March 2, 2026. V. Reports, legislation, and communications from Members of Council, the Mayor, and other City Officials. Old Business 1. Report from Public Safety Committee held March 9, 2026. (pg. 1) 2. S. ORDINANCE 03-2026 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, updating various sections of Chapter 505 Animals and Fowl of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances and creating regulations for trap, neuter/spay and return of community cats within the City of Lakewood. ( 1st read & referred to PS 01/20/26; 2nd reading 2/2/26) (pg. 2) 3. Report from Housing, Planning & Development Committee held March 9, 2026. (pg. 10) 4. S. ORDINANCE 02-2026 - 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, to amend Chapter 1775, Weeds, mailto:michelle.nochta@lakewood https:// https://

of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood for the purpose of establishing regulations for front yard plantings. ( 1st read & referred to HPD 01/20/26; 2nd reading 2/2/26)(pg. 11) 5. Report from Public Works & Sustainability Committee held March 9, 2026. (pg. 15) 6. S. RESOLUTION 2026-03 - 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 and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, appointing Marco Oriella to the Tree Advisory & Education Board for the unexpired beginning immediately and ending December 31, 2026. (referred to PWS 2/17/26) (pg. 16) 7. Report from Committee of the Whole held March 16, 2026. (to be provided) 8. ORDINANCE 16- 2026 – 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to change the frequency with which the Civil Service Commission reviews elected official salaries. (1st read & referred to COW 2/17/26; 2nd reading 3/2/26) (pg. 17) 9. ORDINANCE 17-2026 - 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to add additional requirements to the process by which Council appoints new members to fill a vacancy. (1st read & referred to COW 2/17/26; 2nd reading, 3/2/26) (pg. 20) 10. ORDINANCE 18-2026 - 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to change the manner in which legislation is amended and to remove the requirement that the entire ordinance or resolution be repealed then a new ordinance or resolution be enacted. 1st read & referred to COW 2/17/26; 2nd reading 3/2/26) (pg. 23) 11. ORDINANCE 19-2026 – 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to establish a process and requirement for ward redistricting in the City of Lakewood. (1st read referred to COW 2/17/26; 2nd reading 3/2/26) (pg. 26) 12. ORDINANCE 20-2026 - 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to clarify the various paths in which the Charter can be amended. (1st read & referred to COW 2/17/26; 2nd reading 3/2/26) (pg. 29)

13. ORDINANCE 21- 2026 - 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to allow Council the option of implementing Ranked Choice Voting. (1st read & referred to COW 2/17/26; 2nd reading 3/2/26) (pg. 22) New Business 14. Communication from Councilmember Bixenstine regarding 40th anniversary of The Shore Restaurant. (pg. 37) 15. RESOLUTION 2026- 15 – A RESOLUTION to recognize the Shore Restaurant on its 40th Anniversary as a beloved flagship eatery in Lakewood’s Ward 4. (pg. 38) 16. RESOLUTION 2026- 16 - A RESOLUTION endorsing Issue 2, the new 6.9 mill tax levy proposed by Lakewood City School District to maintain the District’s existing standards of excellence in programming, teaching, technology, and security. (pg. 39) 17. RESOLUTION 2016- 17 - RESOLUTION to declare March 31, 2026 Transgender Day of Visibility in the City of Lakewood, where we celebrate the lives and contributions of transgender people, while also drawing attention to the difficulties facing this community. pg. 41) 18. RESOLUTION 2026- 18 - A RESOLUTION to recognize and celebrate the civic contributions of College Club West on the 100th Anniversary of their founding. (pg. 43) 19. Report from Councilmember Strebig regarding February meeting of the Community Recreation & Education Commission meeting. (pg. 45) 20. Communication from Building Commissioner Parmelee regarding Building Safety Month May 1st – May 31st. ( pg. 46) 21. RESOLUTION 2026- 19 - A RESOLUTION declaring May 2026 Building Safety Month within the City of Lakewood. (pg. 47) 22. February 2026 Finance Department vendor report submitted pursuant to LCO 111.03. pg. 49) 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.

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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 Matt Bixenstine, Ward 4 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6055 | www.lakewoodoh.gov March 9, 2026 Lakewood City Council Lakewood, Ohio RE: Public Safety Committee Report – March 9, 2026 Dear Colleagues, The Public Safety Committee met on March 9th to discuss Ordinance 03-2026, which would establish regulations for the trap, neuter/ spay and return of community cats with the City of Lakewood. The Committee has been working on this ordinance alongside the Lakewood Animal Safety & Welfare Board LASWA B) since it was first introduced back in May of 2025. At the beginning of the meeting the committee approved an amendment to Section 9(b)(4) to insert language to clarify the intent of TNR which may result in the live trapping of a cat or kitten for greater than 24 hours due to the logistical timeline of the TNR process, but would be allowable to the extent that the animal is properly cared for. The amendment was approved and the ordinance ultimately favorably referred to Council to be voted on. The meeting concluded with Law Director Vargo discussing the Administration’ s updated Community Cat Trap Neater/Spay and Return Program Policies and Procedures document. This document ultimately serves as an internal document and guide which has been updated based on the revised Ordinance 03- 2026. Councilmember Strebig, the Administration and the Mayor, LASWAB and members of CCLAS and others that provided input, ought to be commended for the work that was put into making this happen. Countless hours and thoughtful consideration were spent on this, and it shows how effective we can be together. Sincerely, Angelina Hamilton Steiner Member of Council, At Large 001

ORDINANCE NO. 03-2026 BY: STREBIG AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, updating various sections of Chapter 505 Animals and Fowl of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances and creating regulations for trap, neuter/ spay and return of community cats within the City of Lakewood. WHEREAS, Trap-Neuter- Return ( TNR) programs are endorsed by many respected animal welfare organizations as a humane and effective method of managing cat populations; and, WHEREAS, the existing language in our Code regarding TNR programs lacks necessary specificity, guidance, and protections for those volunteers pursuing TNR as a way to manage community cat populations; and, WHEREAS, under the supervision of the Animal Shelter Supervisor and the authority of the Director of Public Safety, the Lakewood Animal Safety and Welfare Advisory Board and its partners have successfully executed a small-scale pilot TNR program; and, WHEREAS, lessons learned from that program, as well as other updates to the management of animals, specifically cats, are incorporated in this ordinance; 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 to provide for the usual daily operation of the City; now, therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD: Section 1. That Section 505.02 Dogs and Other Animals Running at Large of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, currently reading as follows: 505.02 DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS RUNNING AT LARGE. a) No owner, keeper or harborer of any animals or fowl of any kind in the City shall allow or permit such animals or fowl to run at large upon any public place, or upon any unenclosed lands, or upon the premises of another. b) No owner, keeper or harborer of any dog or cat, whether wearing a registration tag or not, shall permit such dog or cat to run at large within the City. Unauthorized entry by such dog or cat, upon the premises of another or upon any public street or ground shall constitute " running at large" within the meaning of this section. c) No owner, keeper or harborer of any dog shall permit such dog to go or remain upon any public street or ground within the City except when accompanied by a responsible person, and upon a non-retractable leash of not more than six feet in length so as to prevent such dog from entering private property and from chasing or attacking any person, animal or vehicle; or shall fail to keep the dog under the reasonable control of some person. Any dog not properly on a leash will be considered " at large" and in violation of this section. d) The owner, keeper or harborer of a dog or other animal or fowl who permits it to run at large in violation of this section shall, in addition to the penalty provided in subsection ( h) hereof, be liable for all damages caused by such dog or other animal or fowl upon the premises of another. 1st read & referred to PS 1/ 20/ 26; 2nd reading 2/ 2/ 26 Please substitute for the original 002

e) Every owner, keeper or harborer of a female dog shall, during all times when such female dog is in heat, either confine such dog indoors or treat her in such manner as not to attract other dogs. f) Any land which is enclosed with invisible fencing must have its boundary no less than six feet from public property and shall be clearly marked with flags. g) This section shall not apply to persons operating under the guidelines of a program approved by the Director of Safety for providing for the trapping, spaying, or neutering, and releasing of cats and dogs with the purpose of reducing the unwanted stray-animal population in the City. h) (1) Whoever violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree for a first offense. 2) Whoever violates any provision of this section in a second or subsequent offense shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree. 3) In addition to any penalty provided under law for a violation of this section, the court shall order the offender to neuter or spay the dog within 14 calendar days of the date of conviction unless a licensed veterinarian provides evidence to the court's satisfaction that neutering or spaying of the dog is medically contraindicated. 4) Notwithstanding the foregoing penalties, if a domestic animal or human is aggressively bitten by the dog without provocation as a result of a violation of this section, then whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree. Additionally, the court shall order the offender to complete dog obedience training within a specified period of time and provide written proof thereof to the chief. is hereby repealed. Section 2. That new Section 505.02 Dogs and Other Animals Running at Large of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances is hereby enacted to read as follows: 505.02 DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS RUNNING AT LARGE. a) No owner, keeper or harborer of any animals or fowl of any kind in the City shall allow or permit such animals or fowl to run at large upon any public place, or upon any unenclosed lands, or upon the premises of another. Unauthorized entry by such animal upon the premises of another or upon any public street or ground shall constitute “ running at large” within the meaning of this section. b) No owner, keeper or harborer of any dog shall permit such dog to go or remain upon any public street or ground within the City except when accompanied by a responsible person, and upon a non-retractable leash of not more than six feet in length so as to prevent such dog from entering private property and from chasing or attacking any person, animal or vehicle; or shall fail to keep the dog under the reasonable control of some person. Any dog not properly on a leash will be considered " at large" and in violation of this section. c) The owner, keeper or harborer of a dog or other animal or fowl who permits it to run at large in violation of this section shall, in addition to the penalty provided in subsection ( h) hereof, be liable for all damages caused by such dog or other animal or fowl upon the premises of another. d) Every owner, keeper or harborer of a female dog or cat shall, during all times when such female dog or cat is in heat, either confine such dog or cat indoors or treat her in such manner as not to attract other dogs or cats. e) Any land which is enclosed with invisible fencing must have its boundary no less than six feet from public property and shall be clearly marked with flags. 003

f) This section shall not apply to persons while acting as Community Cat Caregivers or Trap Neuter Return Providers, as defined in this Chapter. g) (1) Whoever violates any provision of this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor for a first offense. 2) Whoever violates any provision of this section in a second or subsequent offense shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree. 3) In addition to any penalty provided under law for a violation of this section, the court shall order the offender to neuter or spay the dog within 14 calendar days of the date of conviction unless a licensed veterinarian provides evidence to the court's satisfaction that neutering or spaying of the dog is medically contraindicated. 4) Notwithstanding the foregoing penalties, if a domestic animal or human is aggressively bitten by the dog without provocation as a result of a violation of this section, then whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree. Additionally, the court shall order the offender to complete dog obedience training within a specified period of time and provide written proof thereof to the chief. Section 3. That Section 505.03 Impounding and Disposition; Records of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, currently reading as follows: 505.03 IMPOUNDING AND DISPOSITION; RECORDS. A police officer or the Animal Control Officer shall impound every dog and the Animal Control Officer shall impound every cat found in violation of Section 505.02, or shall impound such animals otherwise in accordance with this section. a) If the impounded dog is not wearing a valid registration tag, the dog shall forthwith be turned over to an officer charged by law with the custody and disposal of such dogs. If the dog is wearing a valid registration tag or the identity of the owner or harborer is otherwise established, notice shall be given prior to or on the next working day to such owner or harborer that the dog has been impounded. Notice may be by telephone or by residence service to the last known address of such owner or harborer. The dog shall not be released except upon the payment of charges established by Council. Any dog not redeemed by the regular business day after notice, as herein provided, is given to the owner or harborer, or the next regular business day following the date it is seized or impounded if the owner or harborer cannot be found, may be sold or otherwise disposed of as provided in Ohio R.C. 955.16. b) If the impounded cat is wearing an identification tag or the identity of the owner or harborer is otherwise established, notice shall be given on the next regular business day to such owner or harborer that the cat has been impounded. Notice may be by telephone or by residence service to the last known address of such owner or harborer. The cat shall not be released except upon the payment of charges established by Council. Any cat not redeemed by the next regular business day after notice is given to the owner or harborer as provided herein, or the next regular business day following the date such cat is seized or impounded, if the owner or harborer cannot be found, may be sold or otherwise disposed of in a humane manner as shall be determined by the Animal Control Officer or Animal Shelter Coordinator. c) In the event an animal is removed from a residence by the City because its owner is incarcerated, evicted, deceased, not found or otherwise unable to care for the animal on a daily basis, the animal may be impounded by an officer charged by law with the custody and disposal of such animals for a period of at least 72 hours, in which period the owner may claim the animal. The animal shall not be released except upon the payment of charges established by Council. The City shall leave notice at the residence of the impounding of the animal and may make other reasonable 004

attempts to provide such notice. If the owner or the owner’ s designee fails to claim the animal within the 72-hour period, the animal will be considered abandoned and the City may sell or otherwise dispose of the animal in a humane manner as determined by an officer charged by law with the custody and disposal of such animal. d) A record of all dogs and cats impounded, the disposition of the same, the owner's name and address, if known, and a statement of any costs or receipts involving such dog or cat shall be kept. is hereby repealed. Section 4. That new Section 505.03 Impounding and Disposition; Records of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances is hereby enacted to read as follows: 505.03 IMPOUNDING AND DISPOSITION; RECORDS. A police officer or the Animal Control Officer shall impound every dog and the Animal Control Officer shall impound every cat found in violation of Section 505.02, or shall impound such animals otherwise in accordance with this section. a) If the impounded dog is not microchipped or wearing a valid registration tag, the dog shall forthwith be turned over to an officer charged by law with the custody and disposal of such dogs. If the dog is microchipped or wearing a valid registration tag or the identity of the owner or harborer is otherwise established, notice shall be given prior to or on the next business day to such owner or harborer that the dog has been impounded. Notice may be by telephone or by residence service to the last known address of such owner or harborer. No dog shall be released unless it has both a valid County registration as required by LCO § 505.04, and an embedded microchip for identification purposes. The dog shall also be released only upon the payment of charges established by Council, reimbursement for any necessary veterinary care that was provided to maintain the life or health of the dog while impounded , and the payment of any fees for County registration and microchipping, if necessary. Any dog not redeemed by the regular business day after notice, as herein provided, is given to the owner or harborer, or the next regular business day following the date it is seized or impounded if the owner or harborer cannot be found, may be adopted to a person, transferred to an animal rescue or shelter or otherwise disposed of as provided in Ohio R.C. 955.16. b) If the impounded cat is microchipped, ear tipped or wearing an identification tag or the identity of the owner or harborer is otherwise established, notice shall be given on the next regular business day to such owner or harborer that the cat has been impounded. Notice may be by telephone or by residence service to the last known address of such owner or harborer. The cat shall not be released except upon the payment of charges established by Council and reimbursement for any necessary veterinary care that was provided to maintain the life or health of the cat while impounded. Any cat not redeemed by the next regular business day after notice is given to the owner or harborer as provided herein, or the next regular business day following the date such cat is seized or impounded, if the owner or harborer cannot be found, may be adopted to a person, transferred to an animal rescue or shelter or otherwise disposed of in a humane manner as shall be determined by the Animal Control Officer or Animal Shelter Supervisor. c) In the event an animal is removed from a residence by the City because its owner is incarcerated, evicted, deceased, not found or otherwise unable to care for the animal on a daily basis, the animal may be impounded by an officer charged by law with the custody and disposal of such animals for a period of at least 72 hours, in which period the owner may claim the animal. The animal shall not be released except upon the payment of charges established by Council and reimbursement for any necessary veterinary care that was provided to maintain the life or health of the animal while impounded. The City shall leave notice at the residence of the impounding of the animal and may make other reasonable attempts to provide such notice. If the owner or the owner’ s designee fails to claim the animal within the 72-hour period, the animal will be considered 005

abandoned and the animal may be adopted to a person, transferred to an animal rescue or shelter, or otherwise disposed of as provided in Ohio R.C. 955.1.. d) A record of all dogs and cats impounded, the disposition of the same, the owner's name and address, if known, and a statement of any costs or receipts involving such dog or cat shall be kept. e) Any person who has found or trapped a dog or cat that is not wearing an identification tag or is not an eartipped cat, shall attempt to have the animal scanned for a microchip if feasible. If the person cannot promptly identify the owner or keeper of the animal, they shall report such animal to Animal Control for impoundment. Cats found running at large that are not microchipped, eartipped or wearing an identification tag are presumed to be unowned or unharbored and may immediately be subject to a trap, neuter/ spay and return program. f) Nothing in this Section is intended to prohibit the humane euthanasia of an impounded animal prior to the expiration of the redemption period if a licensed veterinarian concludes that euthanasia is necessary because the animal is suffering where there is no reasonable remedy or relief or the animal cannot reasonably be confined because the animal is an irremediable danger to humans. Section 5. That Section 505.06 Abandoning Animals of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, currently reading as follows: 505.06 ABANDONING ANIMALS. a) No owner or keeper of a dog, cat or other domestic animal shall abandon such animal. b) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree on a first offense and a misdemeanor of the first degree on each subsequent offense. is hereby repealed. Section 6. That new Section 505.06 Abandoning Animals of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances is hereby enacted to read as follows: 505.06 ABANDONING ANIMALS. a) No owner or keeper of a dog, cat or other domestic animal shall abandon such animal. b) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree. Section 7. That Section 505.12 Specific Animal Nuisance Conditions Prohibited of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, currently reading as follows: 505.12 SPECIFIC ANIMAL NUISANCE CONDITIONS PROHIBITED. a) No person shall keep or harbor any animal in the City so as to permit the commission or evidence of a nuisance as hereinafter defined. b) Any animal which scratches or digs in or urinates or defecates upon any lawn, tree, shrub, plant, building or any other property, private or public, other than the property of the owner or person in charge or control of such animal is hereby declared to be a nuisance. 006

c) In addition to the penalty provided in Sections 505.11 and this section, the court may upon proper evidence, limit the number of animals in any single-family dwelling, or any separate suite in a two-family dwelling, multi-family dwelling or apartment within the City should the court deem that an excessive number of animals harbored within such an area constitutes a nuisance. The terms dwelling" and " suite", as used in this section, include the lot or parcel of land on which the house or building containing the suite is located and also all out-buildings located on such lot or parcel. No owner or keeper of such dogs or other animals shall fail to abate such nuisance by the permanent removal of such animals beyond City limits within ten days after service of such notice. d) On complaint of any person, police officer or the Animal Control Officer that an animal, harbored or kept in the City, damages property in the manner as specified above, notice therefor shall be given to the person harboring or keeping such animal. Failure to abate the nuisance complained of shall subject the person to penalty for violation of this section. e) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. is hereby repealed. Section 8. That new Section 505.12 Specific Animal Nuisance Conditions Prohibited of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, is hereby enacted to read as follows: 505.12 SPECIFIC ANIMAL NUISANCE CONDITIONS PROHIBITED. a) No person shall keep or harbor any animal in the City so as to permit the commission or evidence of a nuisance as hereinafter defined. b) Any animal which scratches or digs in or defecates upon any lawn, tree, shrub, plant, building or any other property, private or public, other than the property of the owner or person in charge or control of such animal is hereby declared to be a nuisance. This section shall not apply to a person who has reasonable control of an animal that defecates on public property or public right-of-way when such defecation is immediately removed by the person in control of the animal. This section also shall not apply to a person while acting as a Community Cat Caregiver as defined in this Chapter. c) In addition to the penalty provided in Sections 505.11 and this section, the court may upon proper evidence, limit the number of animals in any single-family dwelling, or any separate suite in a two-family dwelling, multi-family dwelling or apartment within the City should the court deem that an excessive number of animals harbored within such an area constitutes a nuisance. The terms dwelling" and " suite", as used in this section, include the lot or parcel of land on which the house or building containing the suite is located and also all out-buildings located on such lot or parcel. An owner or keeper of such dogs or other animals shall abate such nuisance by the permanent removal of such animals beyond City limits within ten days after service of such notice. d) On complaint of any person, police officer or the Animal Control Officer that an animal, harbored or kept in the City, damages property in the manner as specified above, notice therefor shall be given to the person harboring or keeping such animal. Failure to abate the nuisance complained of shall subject the person to penalty for violation of this section. e) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. Section 9. That new Section 505.25 Trap, Neuter and Return of Community Cats of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, is hereby enacted to read as follows: 007 https:/ https:/

505.025 Trap Neuter and Return of Community Cats a) Definitions. For purposes of this Chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings: 1) “ Community Cat” is a member of the domestic species Felis Catus and shall mean a free- roaming cat who may be cared for by one or more residents of the immediate area who is/are known or unknown; a community cat may or may not be feral. Community Cats are not wildlife. 2) “ Community Cat Caregiver” is a person who, in accordance with and pursuant to a Trap Neuter Return program as described herein, provides care, including food and shelter or medical care to a Community Cat. 3) “ Eartipping” is the removal of the distal one-quarter of a Community Cat’ s left ear, which is approximately 3/8 inch in an adult and proportionally smaller in a kitten under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Eartips are designed to identify a Community Cat as having been sterilized and vaccinated for rabies. 4) “ Trap Neuter Return” is the process of humanely trapping, sterilizing, vaccinating for rabies, eartipping and returning a Community Cat to its original location, including trapping to provide medical care. 5) “ Trap Neuter Return Provider” is a person who, in accordance with and pursuant to a Trap Neuter Return program as described herein, provides care, including food and shelter or medical care to a Community Cat including the trapping, spay or neuter, and return of a Community Cat. b) Permitted Acts: 1) All Trap Neuter Return Providers shall comply with Chapter 505. Community Cat Caregivers and Trap Neuter Return Providers are obligated to educate themselves on humane standards and compliance with the law through regular training. 2) Community Cat Caregivers and Trap Neuter Return Providers shall not be subject to prosecution for violation of Sections 505.02, 505.06, or 505.12 of this Chapter. 3) A person who sets a trap that is capable of capturing a cat or kitten shall not leave such trap without direct monitoring of the trap. This is a strict liability offense and strict liability is a culpable mental state for purposes of section 2901.20 of the Revised Code. The designation of this offense as a strict liability offense shall not be construed to imply that any other offense, for which there is no specified degree of culpability, is not a strict liability offense. 4) A person who uses a live trap to capture a cat or kitten for Trap Neuter Return or any other purpose shall not leave such cat or kitten in the live trap for more than 24 consecutive hours, without providing for the cat's needs pursuant to Revised Code Section 959.131(D).This is a strict liability offense and strict liability is a culpable mental state for purposes of section 2901.20 of the Revised Code. The designation of this offense as a strict liability offense shall not be construed to imply that any other offense, for which there is no specified degree of culpability, is not a strict liability offense. 5) Community Cat Caregivers and Trap Neuter Return Providers may reclaim impounded Community Cats without proof of ownership for the purpose of providing care or returning eartipped Community Cats to their original locations. Section 10. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to this Ordinance were adopted 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 actions were 008

in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements, including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code. Section 11. That this Ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure for the reasons set forth in the preamble to this Ordinance, and provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of its members, this Ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor otherwise; 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 009

12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6055 | www.lakewoodoh. gov 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 Matt Bixenstine, Ward 4 March 16, 2026 Lakewood City Council Lakewood, Ohio Re: Housing, Planning & Development Committee Report – March 9, 2026 Dear Colleagues, The Housing, Planning & Development Committee met on March 9th to wrap up several months of work on Ordinance 02-2026 regarding front yard plantings. This topic was first introduced by Building Commissioner Parmelee in May 2025. After a series of committee meetings and after receiving helpful feedback from gardeners across the City, including Keep Lakewood Beautiful, the scope of the ordinance was narrowed to strike a compromise between the rights of private property owners and the public safety issues the ordinance is aiming to address – namely, sight lines. To put it simply, the ordinance requires that any private property plantings within two feet of the property line must be managed to prevent visual obstructions that could cause a public safety hazard. The committee moved to replace the previous version of the ordinance with a new version that included diagrams to match the text descriptions. During a close examination of the text and diagrams, it was agreed that additional updates were needed to improve clarity and consistency. The committee asked Commissioner Parmelee to update Figure 2 to reflect the committee’ s feedback. When we get to this item on the agenda, I intend to make a motion to amend Ord 02-2026 by substituting with a version that includes Commissioner Parmelee’ s updates. Sincerely, Bryan Evans Member of Council, Ward 2 010 http://

1st read & referred to HPD 1/ 20/ 26; 2nd reading 2/ 2/ 26 Please substitute for the original ORDINANCE NO. 02-2026 BY: BAKER 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, to amend Chapter 1775, Weeds, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood for the purpose of establishing regulations for front yard plantings. WHEREAS, Lakewood has a tall grass and weed ordinance which requires property owners to maintain their lawn at 6” high or lower; and WHEREAS, residents have requested to have lawns inclusive of wildflowers, ornamental plants and natural landscaping to support the environment; and WHEREAS, regulation of such plantings in a front yard are necessary to preserve sight lines for pedestrians, bicyclists and motor vehicles; 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 Section 1775.01 Weed, Tall Grass, Nuisance Vegetation or Growths over Sidewalks; Removal, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood currently reading as follows: 1775.01 WEED, TALL GRASS, NUISANCE VEGETATION OR GROWTHS OVER SIDEWALKS; REMOVAL. a) The owner, occupant or person having the charge or management of any lot or parcel of land situated within the City, whether the same be improved or unimproved, vacant or occupied, within forty- eight hours of notice to do so, shall cut or destroy, or cause to be cut or destroyed, the following: 1) Any tropical or semi-tropical grasses classified as " running bamboo" with monopodial leptomorph) rhizome ( root) systems when the plant has spread from its original premise of planting or is not being maintained. 2) Apple of Peru ( Nicandra physalodes). 3) Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense). 4) Columbus grass ( Sorghum x almum). 5) Cressleaf groundsel ( Senecio glabellus). 6) Field bindweed ( Convolvulus arvensis). 7) Forage Kochia (Bassia prostrata). 8) Giant Hogweed ( Heracleum mantegazzianum). 9) Grapevines ( Vitis spp.), when growing in groups of 100 or more and not pruned, sprayed, cultivated, or otherwise maintained for two consecutive years. 10) Hairy whitetop or ballcress ( Lepidium appelianum). 11) Heart- podded hoary cress ( Lepidium draba sub. draba). 12) Hedge bindweed ( Calystegia sepium). 13) Japanese knotweed ( Polygonum cuspidatum). 011

14) Johnsongrass ( Sorghum halepense). 15) Kochia (Bassia scoparia). 16) Kudzu (Pueraria montana var. lobata). 17) Leafy spurge ( Euphorbia esula). 18) Marestail ( Conyza canadensis) 19) Mile-A-Minute Weed (Polygonum perfoliatum). 20) Musk thistle (Carduus nutans). 21) Palmer amaranth ( Amaranthus palmeri). 22) Perennial sowthistle ( Sonchus arvensis). 23) Poison hemlock ( Conium maculatum). 24) Purple loosestrife ( Lythrum salicaria). 25) Russian knapweed ( Acroptilon repens). 26) Russian thistle (Salsola Kali var. tenuifolia). 27) Serrated tussock ( Nassella trichotoma). 28) Shatter cane (Sorghum bicolor). 29) Water Hemp (Amaranthus tuberculatus). 30) Wild carrot (Daucus carota). 31) Wild parsnip ( Pastinaca sativa). 32) Tall grasses or other undesirable vegetation blooming or going to seed, or exceeding a height of six inches ( excluding maintained ornamental grasses), or spreading pollen which may be harmful to human health, or creating a fire hazard, or refuge and breeding place for rodents and other vermin. is hereby repealed. Section 2. That new 1775.01 Weed, Tall Grass, Nuisance Vegetation or Growths over Sidewalks; Removal, of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances is hereby enacted to read as follows: 1775.01 WEED, TALL GRASS, NUISANCE VEGETATION OR GROWTHS OVER SIDEWALKS; REMOVAL. a) The owner, occupant or person having the charge or management of any lot or parcel of land situated within the City, whether the same be improved or unimproved, vacant or occupied, within forty- eight hours of notice to do so, shall cut or destroy, or cause to be cut or destroyed, the following: 1) Any tropical or semi-tropical grasses classified as " running bamboo" with monopodial leptomorph) rhizome ( root) systems when the plant has spread from its original premise of planting or is not being maintained. 2) Apple of Peru ( Nicandra physalodes). 3) Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense). 4) Columbus grass ( Sorghum x almum). 5) Cressleaf groundsel ( Senecio glabellus). 6) Field bindweed ( Convolvulus arvensis). 7) Forage Kochia (Bassia prostrata). 8) Giant Hogweed ( Heracleum mantegazzianum). 9) Grapevines ( Vitis spp.), when growing in groups of 100 or more and not pruned, sprayed, cultivated, or otherwise maintained for two consecutive years. 10) Hairy whitetop or ballcress ( Lepidium appelianum). 11) Heart- podded hoary cress ( Lepidium draba sub. draba). 12) Hedge bindweed ( Calystegia sepium). 13) Japanese knotweed ( Polygonum cuspidatum). 14) Johnsongrass ( Sorghum halepense). 15) Kochia (Bassia scoparia). 16) Kudzu (Pueraria montana var. lobata). 17) Leafy spurge ( Euphorbia esula). 012

18) Marestail ( Conyza canadensis) 19) Mile-A-Minute Weed (Polygonum perfoliatum). 20) Musk thistle (Carduus nutans). 21) Palmer amaranth ( Amaranthus palmeri). 22) Perennial sowthistle ( Sonchus arvensis). 23) Poison hemlock ( Conium maculatum). 24) Purple loosestrife ( Lythrum salicaria). 25) Russian knapweed ( Acroptilon repens). 26) Russian thistle (Salsola Kali var. tenuifolia). 27) Serrated tussock ( Nassella trichotoma). 28) Shatter cane (Sorghum bicolor). 29) Water Hemp (Amaranthus tuberculatus). 30) Wild carrot (Daucus carota). 31) Wild parsnip ( Pastinaca sativa). 32) Tall grasses or other undesirable vegetation blooming or going to seed, or exceeding a height of six inches (excluding maintained ornamental grasses and Managed Natural Landscape as defined in Section 1775. 03), or spreading pollen which may be harmful to human health, or creating a fire hazard, or refuge and breeding place for rodents and other vermin. Section 3. That new Section 1775.03 Front Yard Planting, of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances, is hereby enacted to read as follows: 1775.03 FRONT YARD PLANTINGS. a) Purpose and Definitions. The purpose of this section is to encourage the use of vegetation throughout the City to maximize ecological and aesthetic benefits while respecting existing community values regarding landscaping to include well-maintained yards, preservation of sight lines, compatibility with existing structures, and public safety. Ecological benefits of “Managed Natural Landscapes” include enhancement of pollinator support habitat, stormwater management, carbon sequestration, and preservation of biodiversity. The following defined terms are used in this Section: 1) “ Managed Natural Landscape” means a planned, intentional, and maintained planting of native or non-native grasses, wildflowers, ferns, sedges, shrubs, or trees, including but not limited to Rain Gardens, Meadow Vegetation, and Ornamental Plants. 2) “ Rain Garden” means planting designed not only to aesthetically improve an area, but also to reduce the amount of stormwater and accompanying pollutants from entering the watershed. 3) “ Meadow Vegetation” means herbaceous ( non-woody) vegetation of grasses and flowering broad- leaf plants that are commonly found in meadow and prairie plant communities, excluding Noxious Weeds. 4) “ Noxious Weed” means any plant that has been identified as being harmful to the local natural environment and included in the list promulgated by the Director of Public Safety or his or her designee; or as listed in Section 1775.01(a). 5) “ Ornamental Plant” means grasses, perennials, annuals, and groundcovers purposefully planted for aesthetic reasons. 6) “ Turf-Grass Lawn” means a lawn comprised mostly of grasses commonly used in regularly cut lawns, intended to be maintained at a height of no more than six inches. b) Right to Install and Maintain a Managed Natural Landscape. 1) An owner, authorized agent, or authorized occupant of any privately owned lands may, consistent with this subsection and all other applicable laws, statutes, rules, and ordinances, install and maintain a Managed Natural Landscape, free of Noxious Weeds, in front of the building line as established in the Zoning Code. 2) On a corner lot, Managed Natural Landscapes shall have a setback of no less than 2’ from the public right- of-way, 2’ from a side property line. (See Fig. 1, Corner Lot) 013

3) On any other lot, managed natural landscapes shall have a setback of no less than 2’ from the public right- of-way, 2’ from a side property line. (See Fig. 2, Interior Lot) 4) The setback from the public right-of-way and side property lines are to be comprised of Turf-Grass Lawn or low groundcover vegetation not exceeding six inches in height, managed natural landscape, meadow vegetation, rain garden, or ornamental plants so long as the compliance with Section 1775.01(b) and 1775.02 are maintained. 5) Managed natural landscapes shall not include exclusively Turf-Grass Lawns left unattended for the purpose of returning to a natural state without further management action. Figure 1 Figure 2 Section 4. 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 5. 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

12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6055 | www.lakewoodoh. gov 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 Matt Bixenstine, Ward 4 March 16, 2026 Lakewood City Council Lakewood, Ohio Re: Report from Public Works & Sustainability Committee – March 9, 2026 Dear Colleagues, The Public Works & Sustainability Committee met on March 9th, 2026 to discuss Resolution 2026-03, which will appoint one member to the Tree Advisory & Education Board for the position vacated by Councilmember Bixenstine upon his appointment to Council. The Committee entered executive session to discuss the candidates. After discussion, the Committee exited executive session, and a motion was made to insert the name Marco Oriella into Resolution 2026-03. Committee members remarked upon the highly qualified pool of applicants and expressed their appreciation for their willingness to serve their community on this board. Lakewood is fortunate to have so many passionate and experienced tree advocates, and we look forward to making future appointments as vacancies become available. We thank Mr. Oriella for offering his unique expertise and perspective in service of the Tree Advisory Board and look forward to working with him in that capacity. The Committee unanimously voted to favorably refer Resolution 2026-03 back to full Council for adoption. Sincerely, Tom Bullock Lakewood City Council At Large 015

RESOLUTION NO. 2026- 03 BY: KEPPLE 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 and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, appointing __ Marco Oriella__ to the Tree Advisory & Education Board for the unexpired beginning immediately and ending December 31, 2026. WHEREAS, the resignation of a Council appointee to the Board has caused a vacancy on the Tree Advisory and Education Board; 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 this position should be filled immediately so as to ensure the board is at full capacity to perform its work; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. Council appoints __ Marco Oriella___ to the Tree Advisory & Education Board for the unexpired term beginning immediately and ending December 31, 2026. Section 2. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this resolution were passed in open meetings of this Council and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such actions were in meetings open to the public and in compliance with 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 ordinance, 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. Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor referred to PWS 2/ 17/ 26 Please substitute for the original Adopted: 016

ORDINANCE NO. 16-2026 BY: KEPPLE 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to change the frequency with which the Civil Service Commission reviews elected official salaries. WHEREAS, Article XVIII, Section 9 of the Ohio Constitution permits City Council the authority to submit propose amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by a two-thirds vote of Council; and WHEREAS, Section 7.5 of the Charter permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by two-thirds vote of Council; and WHERAS, it is the intention of Council to place before the electors of the City a Charter amendment which, if adopted, would change the frequency with which the Civil Service Commission reviews the salaries of elected officials. 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 the deadline for submission of municipal charter amendments to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is Friday, September 4, 2026; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO, at least two-thirds of the members of Council concurring: Section 1. This Council hereby determines to authorize and direct the submission to the electors of the City of Lakewood at the general election to be held at the usual places of voting in the City of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the proposed amendments to Section 6.7 Salary Recommendations to increase the frequency with which the Civil Service Commission reviews the salaries of elected officials. Section 2. Upon approval of the electors, Section 6.7 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Salary Recommendations shall be amended to read as follows: 6.7 SALARY RECOMMENDATIONS On or before March 1 July 1 of each year in which a municipal presidential general election is held, the civil service commission shall review and make a written report to council, which report shall be filed with the clerk of council and the office of the mayor, 1st read & referred to COW 2/ 17/ 26; 2nd reading 3/ 2/ 26 017

setting forth the commission' s recommendations for the salary and other compensation for the offices of mayor and members of council. Council shall place that report on the next docket at a regularly scheduled council meeting. If council takes no action or fails to decline to follow the suggestions within 90 days, the recommendations shall take effect as if council had adopted them by ordinance approved by the mayor. However, no increase in salary under this section shall exceed 10 percent of the salary for the office of mayor or council, unless there has been no increase in salary for that office in the preceding 810 years. Section 6.7 SALARY RECOMMENDATIONS Section 3. The Board of Elections of Cuyahoga County is hereby directed to submit the following question to the electors of the City at the general election on November 3, 2026: Shall Section 6.7, Salary Recommendations, of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood be amended to increase the frequency that the Civil Service Commission reviews elected official salaries. Section 4. The Clerk of this Council is instructed to file a certified copy of the Ordinance and the proposed form of the ballot question with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Section 5. If a majority of the electors vote in favor of adopting the above- stated amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, it shall become effective January 1, 2027. Section 6. 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 7. 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 018

Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: _________________ _________________________________ Meghan F. George, Mayor 019

ORDINANCE NO. 17-2026 BY: KEPPLE 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to add additional requirements to the process by which Council appoints new members to fill a vacancy. WHEREAS, Article XVIII, Section 9 of the Ohio Constitution permits City Council the authority to submit propose amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by a two -thirds vote of Council; and WHEREAS, Section 7.5 of the Charter permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by two-thirds vote of Council; and WHERAS, it is the intention of Council to place before the electors of the City a Cha rter amendment which, if adopted, would establish in law the open process by which Council appoints new members to fill a vacancy. 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 the deadline for submission of municipal charter amendments to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is Friday, September 4, 2026; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO , at least two- thirds of the members of Council concurring: Section 1. This Council hereby determines to authorize and direct the submission to the electors of the City of Lakewood at the general election to be held at the usual places of voting in the City of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the proposed amendments to Section 2.2 Qualifications and Vacancies, which adds additional requirements when Council is filling a vacancy. Section 2. Upon approval of the electors, Section 2.2 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Qualifications and Vacancies, shall be amended to read as follows: 2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND VACANCIES a) Qualifications. Each member of council shall have been for at least one year immediately prior to the date of taking office both a resident and registered voter of the city. Each member of council elected from a ward of the city shall be a resident of the ward from which the member was elected. All members of council shall continue to be residents and registered voters of the city and, if elected or appointed from a ward, shall 1st read & referred to COW 2/ 17/ 26; 2nd reading 3/ 2/ 26 020

be and continue to be a resident of that ward. Any member who ceases to possess those qualifications shall immediately forfeit his or her office. Council shall be the judge of the election and qualification of its members. b)Vacancy. Vacancies in council shall be filled by appointment made by the remaining council members. Prior to making any appointment, council shall first issue an open call for all interested candidates to submit applications and, upon council’ s review of the applications, shall hold candidate interviews in public session . In the event council does not appoint a successor within 60 days of the occurrence of a vacancy, the mayor may fill the vacancy. If the vacancy occurs more than two years and 120 days before the municipal primary election filing deadline for the next term of that office, the appointee shall serve only until his or her successor is elected and qualified at the next regular municipal election. If the vacancy occurs afterward, the appointee shall serve until the end of the unexpired term of the former councilmember. Any vacancy that results from a recall election shall be filled in the manner provided by Article Nine. Section 3. The Board of Elections of Cuyahoga County is hereby directed to submit the following question to the electors of the City at the general election on November 3, 2026: Shall Section 2.2, Qualifications and Vacancies, of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood be amended to require that Council issue an open call for interested candidates, to interview candidates in public meetings and to clarify the term of the appointee. Section 4. The Clerk of this Council is instructed to file a certified copy of the Ordinance and the proposed form of the ballot question with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Section 5. If a majority of the electors vote in favor of adopting the above- stated amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, it shall become effective January 1, 2027. Section 6. 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 7. 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 021

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 022

ORDINANCE NO. 18-2026 BY: KEPPLE 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to change the manner in which legislation is amended and to remove the requirement that the entire ordinance or resolution be repealed then a new ordinance or resolution be enacted. WHEREAS, Article XVIII, Section 9 of the Ohio Constitution permits City Council the authority to submit propose amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by a two-thirds vote of Council; and WHEREAS, Section 7.5 of the Charter permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by two-thirds vote of Council; and WHERAS, it is the intention of Council to place before the electors of the City a Chater amendment which, if adopted, would change and simplify the drafting of ordinances and resolutions. 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 the deadline for submission of municipal charter amendments to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is Friday, September 4, 2026; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO, at least two-thirds of the members of Council concurring: Section 1. This Council hereby determines to authorize and direct the submission to the electors of the City of Lakewood at the general election to be held at the usual places of voting in the City of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the proposed amendments to Section 2.8 Enactment of Ordinances and Resolutions to allow the striking through of language being removed from an ordinance or resolution and underlining newly inserted language in an ordinance or resolution. Section 2. Upon approval of the electors, Section 2.8 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Enactment of Ordinances and Resolutions, shall be amended to read as follows: 2.8 ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS a)Each proposed ordinance or resolution shall be in writing and shall not contain more than one subject, which shall be clearly stated in the title. General 1st read & referred to COW 2/ 17/ 26; 2nd reading 3/ 2/ 26 023

appropriation ordinances may contain the various subjects and accounts for which moneys are appropriated. The vote on the passage of each ordinance or resolution shall be officially recorded and the official record shall be publicly available. b) No resolution of a permanent character or ordinance shall come to a vote until it has been read, by title, on three separate days. The requirement of reading on three separate days may be dispensed with by a two-thirds vote of all councilmembers. A majority of councilmembers present may require that an ordinance be read in full rather than by title. No ordinance, resolution or section of an ordinance or resolution shall be repealed, revised or amended unless the new ordinance or resolution contains the entire ordinance or resolution or section to be repealed, revised or amended. and the ordinance, resolution or section revised or amended is repealed. Revisions or amendments to an ordinance or resolution shall be clearly indicated by underlining any language inserted and by striking through any language that is removed. c) No ordinance or resolution shall under any circumstances be adopted or passed unless it has been read on three separate days, which (1) changes the amount of salary or compensation for any elected officer of the city; (2) amends any zoning ordinance; ( 3) grants, renews or extends a franchise or other special privilege; or (4) regulates the rate to be charged by a public utility for its services. d)The enacting clause of all ordinances passed by council shall be " Be it ordained by the city of Lakewood." The enacting clause of all ordinances submitted by initiative shall be "Be it ordained by the people of the city of Lakewood." Section 3. The Board of Elections of Cuyahoga County is hereby directed to submit the following question to the electors of the City at the general election on November 3, 2026: Shall Section 2.8, Enactment of Ordinances and Resolutions, of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood be amended to allow the revision or amendment of an ordinance or resolution by underlining inserted language and striking through language that is being removed. Section 4. The Clerk of this Council is instructed to file a certified copy of the Ordinance and the proposed form of the ballot question with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Section 5. If a majority of the electors vote in favor of adopting the above- stated amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, it shall become effective January 1, 2027. Section 6. 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. 024

Section 7. 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 025

ORDINANCE NO. 19-2026 BY: KEPPLE 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to establish a process and requirement for ward redistricting in the City of Lakewood. WHEREAS, Article XVIII, Section 9 of the Ohio Constitution permits City Council the authority to submit propose amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by a two-thirds vote of Council; and WHEREAS, Section 7.5 of the Charter permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by two-thirds vote of Council; and WHERAS, it is the intention of Council to place before the electors of the City a Charter amendment which, if adopted, would require periodic ward redistricting where necessary. 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 the deadline for submission of municipal charter amendments to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is Friday, September 4, 2026; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO, at least two-thirds of the members of Council concurring: Section 1. This Council hereby determines to authorize and direct the submission to the electors of the City of Lakewood at the general election to be held at the usual places of voting in the City of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the proposed amendments by enacting new Section 7.2(i) Redistricting the Wards of the City to require periodic ward redistricting where necessary. Section 2. Upon approval of the electors, Section 7.2(i) of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Redistricting the Wards of the City, shall be enacted to read as follows: 7.2(i) REDISTRICTING THE WARDS OF THE CITY 1) Upon the adoption of this Charter by the electors of the city and at least 180 days prior to the filing date of nominating petitions for the terms beginning on January 1, 2028, the Planning Commission shall review and make, if necessary, appropriate redivisions of the City into four wards which shall be as nearly equal in population as is possible, each ward to be composed of contiguous and compact territory, bounded 1st read & referred to COW 2/ 17/ 26; 2nd reading 3/ 2/ 26 026

by natural boundaries or street lines. City Council shall adopt and enact the redivisions proposed by the Planning Commission unless council specifically finds that such redivisions are not contiguous or compact or bounded by natural boundaries or street lines or do not provide for equal population distribution. 2) Commencing with the Federal census decennially taken in the closest proximity to January 1, 2030, and following each subsequent Federal decennial census, within six months after the proclamation of the Ohio Secretary of State announcing the population of cities of Ohio, the Planning Commission shall review and make, if necessary, appropriate redivisions of the City into four wards which shall be as nearly equal in population as is possible, each ward to be composed of contiguous and compact territory, bounded by natural boundaries or street lines. City Council shall adopt and enact the divisions proposed by the Planning Commission unless council specifically finds that such redivisions are not contiguous or compact or bounded by natural boundaries or street lines or do not provide for equal population distribution. 3) Any changes in ward boundaries shall become effective for the next regular municipal election, unless the new ward boundaries are adopted after the filing deadline for that election in which case they shall become effective for the following municipal election. Section 3. The Board of Elections of Cuyahoga County is hereby directed to submit the following question to the electors of the City at the general election on November 3, 2026: Shall new Section 7.2(i) Redistricting the Wards of the City, be adopted to require the Planning Commission to review the four wards of the City of Lakewood beginning with the adoption of this amendment and after every decennial Federal census to review the population of each ward and to change ward boundaries if necessary to ensure near equal population in each ward. Section 4. The Clerk of this Council is instructed to file a certified copy of the Ordinance and the proposed form of the ballot question with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Section 5. If a majority of the electors vote in favor of adopting the above- stated amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, it shall become effective January 1, 2027. Section 6. 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 7. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for 027

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 028

ORDINANCE NO. 20-2026 BY: KEPPLE 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to clarify the various paths in which the Charter can be amended. WHEREAS, Article XVIII, Section 9 of the Ohio Constitution permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by a two-thirds vote of Council; and WHEREAS, Section 7.5 of the Charter permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by two-thirds vote of Council; and WHERAS, it is the intention of Council to place before the electors of the City a Charter amendment which, if adopted, would clarify the paths by which the Charter can be amended. 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 the deadline for submission of municipal charter amendments to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is Friday, September 4, 2026; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO, at least two-thirds of the members of Council concurring: Section 1. This Council hereby determines to authorize and direct the submission to the electors of the City of Lakewood at the general election to be held at the usual places of voting in the City of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the proposed amendments to Section 7.5 Charter Review Commission and Charter Amendments to clarify the paths by which the Charter can be amended. Section 2. Upon approval of the electors, Section 7.5 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Enactment of Ordinances and Resolutions, shall be amended to read as follows: 7.5 CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION AND CHARTER AMENDMENTS a)In January of 2024 and each 10th year thereafter, nine registered voters of the city shall be appointed as members of a charter review commission. Five members of the commission shall be appointed by council and four members shall be appointed 1st read & referred to COW 2/ 17/ 26; 2nd reading 3/ 2/ 26 029

by the mayor. Members of the commission shall not hold any other office or position of employment with the city. The commission shall review the charter and within six months after the appointment of its members may recommend to council, by a two- thirds vote of all the members of the commission, revisions and amendments to this charter. Council may submit any proposed amendments recommended by the commission to a vote of the people in the manner provided under this charter and the state Constitution. Amendments shall be in the form provided by council. b)Amendments to this charter may be submitted to the registered voters of the city by a two-thirds vote of all councilmembers and, upon petitions signed by 10 percent of the registered voters of the city proposing an amendment, shall be submitted to the voters by council. Council may, by affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of councilmembers, submit any proposed amendment to the charter to the registered voters of the city for approval; or, upon receipt of a petition signed by not less than ten percent (10%) of the registered voters of the city setting forth any proposed amendment to the charter, council shall submit such proposed amendment to the registered voters of the city for approval. The submission of a proposed amendment to the registered voters shall be governed by the requirements of Article XVIII, Sections 8 and 9 of the Constitution of the state of Ohio as to the submission of the question of choosing a charter commission; and notice of the proposed amendment may be mailed to the registered voters as provided by the Constitution or notice may be given pursuant to ordinances adopted by council. If any amendment is approved by a majority of those voting on the amendment, it shall become a part of the charter of the city, except that if two or more inconsistent amendments on the same subject are submitted at the same election and each is approved, only the amendment receiving the largest affirmative vote shall become a part of the charter. A copy of the charter or any amendment shall be certified to the secretary of state within 30 days after its adoption by the registered voters. Section 3. The Board of Elections of Cuyahoga County is hereby directed to submit the following question to the electors of the City at the general election on November 3, 2026: Shall Section 7.5 Charter Review Commission and Charter Amendments, of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood be amended to clarify that the Charter can be amended by (i) recommendation of the Charter Review Commission and upon two-thirds vote of Council to place the amendment on the ballot, or (ii) by Council enacting legislation by two-thirds vote to place the amendment on the ballot. Section 4. The Clerk of this Council is instructed to file a certified copy of the Ordinance and the proposed form of the ballot question with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Section 5. If a majority of the electors vote in favor of adopting the above- stated amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, it shall become effective January 1, 2027. 030

Section 6. 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 7. 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 031

ORDINANCE NO. 21-2026 BY: KEPPLE 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, submitting to the electors of the City of Lakewood an amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood in order to allow Council the option of implementing Ranked Choice Voting. WHEREAS, Article XVIII, Section 9 of the Ohio Constitution permits City Council the authority to submit propose amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by a two-thirds vote of Council; and WHEREAS, Section 7.5 of the Charter permits City Council the authority to submit proposed amendments to the Charter to the electors of the City by two-thirds vote of Council; and WHERAS, it is the intention of Council to place before the electors of the City a Charter amendment which, if adopted, would allow Council the option of implementing Ranked Choice Voting. 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 the deadline for submission of municipal charter amendments to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is Friday, September 4, 2026; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO, at least two-thirds of the members of Council concurring: Section 1. This Council hereby determines to authorize and direct the submission to the electors of the City of Lakewood at the general election to be held at the usual places of voting in the City of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the proposed amendments to Section 9.1 Elections, which requires Council to Codify the process by which new members of Council are appointed to fill a vacancy. Section 2. Upon approval of the electors, Section 9.1 Elections of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Elections, shall be amended to read as follows: 9.1 ELECTIONS a) Regular and Special Municipal Elections. General municipal elections for the purpose of the election of officers provided for in this charter shall be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November in each odd numbered year and shall be known as regular municipal elections. Except for primary elections, All other 1st read & referred to COW 2/ 17/ 26 032

elections held under the provisions of this charter or as may be required by law shall be known as special municipal elections. b) Primary Elections. On the second Tuesday in September prior to each general municipal election, a primary election shall be held for the purpose of nominating persons, without regard to political parties, for election to offices provided for by this charter to be voted for at the next regular municipal election. The number of candidates for the offices of mayor, each of the four ward councilmembers, and judge of the Lakewood Municipal Court at any regular municipal election shall be the two persons on the primary election ballot receiving the highest number of votes at the primary election. The number of candidates for the office of councilmember at large at any regular municipal election in the city shall be the six candidates on the primary ballot receiving the highest number of votes at the primary election. In case there shall not be more than two persons who have filed petitions for the office of mayor, any of the offices of the ward councilmembers, or judge of the Lakewood Municipal Court, then those persons shall be the candidates at the regular municipal election and the primary for the particular office shall not be held. In case there shall not be more than six persons who have filed petitions for the office of councilmember at large, then those persons shall be the candidates at the regular municipal election and the primary for that office shall not be held. bc) Election Procedures. Write-in votes for municipal candidates in regular municipal elections shall be permitted only if a duly nominated candidate cannot participate due to death or other disqualification, or if a candidate does not have an opponent, or if no candidate has been nominated. The ballots used in the primary and regular municipal elections shall be without party mark or designation. The Except as provided under this charter or by ordinance, the names of all candidates shall be placed upon the same ballot and shall be rotated in the manner provided by general law. d) Certificate of Nomination when no Primary is Held. In the event a primary election is not held, the county board of elections shall declare each candidate to be nominated, issue appropriate certificates of nomination to them and certify their names in order that they be printed on the official ballots provided for use in the regular municipal election, as if a primary election had been held and each person had been nominated at that election. cg) Designation of Candidates. Candidates for nominations to elective offices provided for in this charter shall have their names printed on the official primary ballot by filing a declaration of candidacy, meeting all required qualifications and paying any required filing fees. df) Declarations of Candidacy. Candidates for the offices of mayor and member of council shall, not later than 4:00 p.m. of the 90th day before the day of the regular municipal primary election, file a declaration of candidacy. Except as otherwise required by this charter, the general law of the state shall govern declarations of candidacy. Nominations for each elective municipal office shall be made by petition only, on standard forms provided by the county board of elections for the nomination of nonpartisan candidates. Declarations of candidacy for write-in candidates shall be made on standard forms provided by the county board of elections and submitted within a period of time prescribed by the general law of the state. eg) Ballot Form. Except as otherwise required by this charter, the form of the ballot at primary, special and regular municipal elections shall be determined by the election authorities in accordance with this Charter and general law. 033

fh) Nomination and Election of Judges. Candidates for judge of the Lakewood Municipal Court shall file a declaration of candidacy and be nominated by petition signed by at least 200 registered voters of the city. The petition or petitions when filed shall be accompanied by the written acceptance of the nominee. Each signer of a petition shall sign his or her name and after his or her name designate his or her residence. The petition or petitions shall be filed with the county board of elections as one instrument not later than 4:00 p.m. of the 90th day before the day of the regular municipal primary election for the office of judge. The names of all nominated candidates shall appear on a nonpartisan judicial ballot in the regular municipal election. Section 3. . Upon approval of the electors, Section 9.5 Ranked Choice Voting of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, Elections, shall be enacted to read as follows: 9.5 RANKED CHOICE VOTING a) Ranked Choice Voting Elections. Municipal officials shall be elected by ranked choice voting. Ranked choice voting is a method of casting and counting votes in which voters rank candidates in order of preference and votes are counted in rounds. Ranked choice voting is also known as “ instant runoff voting” when electing a single winner or the “single transferable vote” when electing multiple winners in proportion to their relative share of the votes cast. The council may, by ordinance, adopt ranked choice voting for any other elected local office or offices. b) Instant Runoff Voting. Elections for Mayor, Judge, and members of council elected to represent a ward, and for any other single-winner election for which the council, by ordinance, adopts ranked choice voting shall be conducted by instant runoff voting. For elections conducted by instant runoff voting, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated in each round and each voter’s ballot counts as one vote for its highest-ranked remaining candidate in each round. When two or fewer candidates remain, the candidate with the greatest number of votes is elected. c) Single Transferable Vote. Elections for members of council elected at large, and for any other multi-winner election for which the council, by ordinance, adopts ranked choice voting shall be conducted by the single transferable vote. For elections conducted by single transferable vote, each ballot counts in whole or in part for its highest-ranked remaining candidate in each round. A candidate is elected if they receive the minimum whole number of votes needed to win a seat. To determine this threshold, divide the total number of valid votes cast by the sum of one and the number of seats to be filled, round that number down to the nearest whole number, then add one vote. If a candidate receives more votes than this threshold, part of each vote received by that candidate counts for each ballot's next highest- ranked remaining candidate instead. If no remaining candidate meets this threshold, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated and votes for that candidate count for each ballot’s next highest-ranked remaining candidate. 034

d) Council Authority. The council shall, by ordinance, establish: 1) the ballot format and the rules for casting and counting the votes, consistent with nationally recognized best practices; 2) a process to release unofficial preliminary round-by-round results starting on election night, unofficial preliminary ballot-level ranking data in a machine-readable and searchable open format no later than the counting of ballots is complete, and official final round-by-round results and ballot-level ranking data in a machine-readable and searchable open format upon certification of the results; and 3) the procedures for filling vacancies and conducting recall elections for offices elected by single transferable vote, notwithstanding any charter provision to the contrary. e) Effective Date. This Act shall go into effect the 1st day of January, 2029. f) Severability. If any provision of this amendment, or the application of any provision of this amendment to any person, office, or circumstance, is held to be unconstitutional or may result in the loss of state funding per state law, such provisions shall become null and void until the relevant constitutional infirmity or state law is removed. Section 4. The Board of Elections of Cuyahoga County is hereby directed to submit the following question to the electors of the City at the general election on November 3, 2026: Shall Article 9 of the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood be amended and expanded to adopt ranked choice voting in municipal elections? If approved the new system would end primaries for City Councilmembers, Mayor, and Judge for the City of Lakewood. Section 4. The Clerk of this Council is instructed to file a certified copy of the Ordinance and the proposed form of the ballot question with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Section 5. If a majority of the electors vote in favor of adopting the above- stated amendment to the Third Amended Charter of the City of Lakewood, it shall become effective January 1, 2029. Section 6. 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. 035

Section 7. 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 036

12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6055 | www.lakewoodoh. gov 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 Matt Bixenstine, Ward 4 March 16, 2026 Lakewood City Council Lakewood, Ohio Re: Honoring Shore Restaurant’s 40th Anniversary Dear Colleagues, Much has changed in our city over the last 40 years, but one establishment located at Detroit and Hopkins Avenues near the eastern edge of Lakewood remains a beloved diner-style eatery and landmark four decades later. Lakewood residents Angelo and Tina Skantzos firstopened Shore Restaurant for business on March 25, 1986. Since then, this Lakewood institution has become renowned for its delicious food and kind hospitality. To this day – as Angelo and Tina continue to operate their eatery with help from their sons Steve and Mike – Shore Restaurant serves as an outstanding and unpretentious spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch or a coffee meeting. My personal favorite dish is the corned beef omelet. Perhaps no situation better exemplifies Angelo and Tina’ s commitment to their business and their community than a setback they endured in 2014. A sudden collapse of ornate façade from the front of their historic building left a pile of rubble on the sidewalk below. As Tina told 19 Action News at the time, “We are so happy that nobody was hurt. We have insurance.” Angelo and Tina committed to rebuilding in the spirit of the structure’s historic architecture and spent the better part of two years doing just that, terracotta tiles and all. Today, the building that houses Shore Restaurant continues to reflect the same historic splendor passersby have enjoyed for more than a century. Thank you, Angelo and Tina, for your longtime commitment to the Lakewood community, and congratulations on 40 years of Shore Restaurant. We are grateful to have you, your family and your business in this community. Can’t wait to stop in for breakfast again soon. Sincerely, Matt Bixenstine City of Lakewood Ward 4 Councilperson 037

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-15 BY: BIXENSTINE A RESOLUTION to recognize the Shore Restaurant on its 40th Anniversary as a beloved flagship eatery in Lakewood’ s Ward 4. WHEREAS, the Shore Restaurant, located at 12009 Detroit Ave, has been a favorite family-owned eatery in Lakewood since owners Angelo and Tina Skantzos opened its doors on March 25, 1986; and WHEREAS, as a result of their reputation for delicious food and Midwest hospitality, the Shore Restaurant has become a staple Lakewood institution for breakfast, lunch and casual coffee conversations among its many regular patrons; and WHEREAS, the Shore Restaurant adds to the character and vibrancy of Ward 4, acting as an important space where friendships are forged and community is strengthened; and WHEREAS, in addition to navigating the daily challenges of running a small business, the Skantzos family faced significant hardship in 2014 when the ornate terracotta façade of their building unexpectedly collapsed; and WHEREAS, the Skantzos family rose to that challenge and demonstrated their commitment to the City’ s historical character by investing in a thorough historic restoration of the damage so that the building will continue to reflect its historic splendor for generations to come; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. That this Council does hereby recognize the Shore Restaurant on its 40th anniversary as a beloved Lakewood eatery and family run business where countless memories have been made amongst its patrons over the years. Section 2. That the Clerk of Council is hereby authorized and directed to present a copy of this resolution to the Skantzos family as an expression of the City of Lakewood’ s gratitude for the investments they have made in the community. 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 038

RESOLUTION NO. 2026- 16 BY: BAKER A RESOLUTION endorsing Issue 2, the new 6.9 mill tax levy proposed by Lakewood City School District to maintain the District’ s existing standards of excellence in programming, teaching, technology, and security. WHEREAS, the Lakewood City School District has placed a 6.9 mill levy on the May 5, 2026 Primary Election ballot as part of the expected cycle of funding necessary to keep Lakewood City Schools strong; and, WHEREAS, year after year the Lakewood City Schools provide a well-rounded education and an opportunity- rich environment to nurture the next generation of thinkers and leaders, capable of succeeding in an ever- changing, complex and global world; and, WHEREAS, it has been six years since voters approved a levy for Lakewood City Schools, and while those levy funds remain flat, operating expenses have increased each year, making it necessary and expected that the District returns to voters on a regular basis seeking additional funds to maintain financial stability; and, WHEREAS, because local property taxes account for over 60% of the Lakewood City School District’ s budget and because State funding for public education has declined in recent years, local investment is critical to the financial health and stability of the District; and, WHEREAS, the proposed levy will cost the average Lakewood homeowner an additional $ 36 per month on their property tax bill; and, WHEREAS, the high-quality education offered by Lakewood City Schools directly benefits students as well as the community at large which is strengthened when Lakewood graduates move into the subsequent phases of their lives and careers equipped with the foundational skills, resilience, and empathy that are the key characteristics of a Lakewood graduate; and, WHEREAS, Lakewood’ s Community Vision affirms that Lakewood residents prioritize and value a high-quality K-12 education through excellent schools and supports a culture of lifelong learning; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, STATE OF OHIO: Section 1. That this Council does hereby endorse Issue 2, the proposed Lakewood City School District’ s tax levy which will be decided by voters in the May 5th, 2026 Primary Election. Section 2. That this Council asks the residents of Lakewood to join in supporting the passage of this important tax levy to help keep our schools strong for the next generation. Section 3. That this Council does hereby remind the public to register to vote and to check their voter registration by the April 6, 2026 deadline. Voter registration materials are available in the City Council Office at City Hall. Section 4. 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 any of its committees that resulted in such formal action, were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements. 039

Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 040

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-17 BY: Strebig A RESOLUTION to declare March 31, 2026 Transgender Day of Visibility in the City of Lakewood, where we celebrate the lives and contributions of transgender people, while also drawing attention to the difficulties facing this community. WHEREAS, Transgender Day of Visibility was created in 2010 by trans advocate Rachel Crandall who hoped to create a day where people could celebrate the lives of transgender people, while still acknowledging that not every trans person can or wants to be visible due to fear of violence and discrimination; and, WHEREAS, according to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) there were 616 anti- LGBTQIA+ bills introduced across state legislatures in the year 2025 alone; and, WHEREAS, at least two million Americans identify as transgender and have bravely overcome significant hardships to live their authentic lives, despite facing numerous systemic and interpersonal obstacles; and, WHEREAS, we celebrate the beauty and resilience of trans people who have made countless contributions to the betterment of our society, often working at the frontlines of the social justice and human rights movements; and, WHEREAS, we recognize and appreciate the work that is being done by trans advocacy groups within the Lakewood community and across the State of Ohio to continue the fight for dignity and equal rights for members of the trans community, and provide a safe and healing space for all; and, WHEREAS, in Lakewood we honor the inherent value of each and every resident of our city, including our trans and gender nonconforming residents, without exception; now, therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. That this Council and Administration does hereby declare March 31st, 2026 as Transgender Day of Visibility in the City of Lakewood and urges the people of Lakewood to come together to celebrate the trans community. Section 2. That this Council and Administration stand with the transgender community against violence and discrimination and resolves to further policies and initiatives that ensure that the City of Lakewood remains an inclusive, safe, and welcoming place for all individuals, including the transgender and LGBTQIA+ community. 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 any of its committees that resulted in such formal action, were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements. 041

Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 042

RESOLUTION 2026- 18 BY: KEPPLE A RESOLUTION to recognize and celebrate the civic contributions of College Club West on the 100th Anniversary of their founding. WHEREAS, Lakewood College Club, later renamed College Club West, was founded by a small group of female college graduates in 1926 to provide social, cultural, and intellectual outlets to the first generation of college- educated women who were few and far between at the time; and WHEREAS, as a result of the hustle of those early founders and Lakewood women’ s hunger for intellectual pursuits in camaraderie with one another, the membership of College Club West quickly swelled to 250 members within its first year; and, WHEREAS, ever since its early days, College Club West has maintained a robust roster of members who meet regularly to pursue a diverse menu of interests with one another from foreign languages, culinary arts, and literature to physical fitness, community service and more; and WHEREAS, in the last 100 years, College Club West members have had the privilege of learning from an impressive roster of guest speakers including local television and radio personalities, magazine editors and newspaper columnists, foreign correspondents , former spies for the U.S., medical doctors, and female presidents of colleges and universities; and WHEREAS, in 1971 College Club West expanded its mission in an important way to help make a college education more accessible to individual women by launching a scholarship program that now regularly awards more than $10,000 annually to local women; and WHEREAS, our entire community benefits when women come together to better themselves and build relationships among one another; and, WHEREAS, while women’s roles and opportunities have dramatically evolved over the past century, the appeal of College Club West’s original mission endures, which is to bring women together around shared interests and cultivate those interests in the next generation, now, therefore; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, STATE OF OHIO: Section 1. That this Council recognizes College Club West’ s 100th Anniversary and commends the Club for its enduring civic role in our community. Section 2. That the Clerk of Council is hereby authorized and directed to present a certified copy of this resolution to representatives of College Club West. 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 any of its committees that resulted in such formal action, were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements. 043

2 relating to this Resolution were adopted 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 actions were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements, including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code. Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 044

12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6055 | www.lakewoodoh. gov CityofLakewood 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 Matt Bixenstine, Ward 4 Re: Report from CREC – Feb. 17, 2026 March 16, 2026 Lakewood City Council Lakewood, Ohio Dear Colleagues, The Lakewood Community Recreation and Education Commission ( CREC) met at the Taft Center for Innovation on Monday, February 17 at 6P. Coordinator Leslie Favre shared that the winter programs were finishing and spring preparations were beginning. A second session of swimming lessons has started, basketball is at the mid-point of the season, and the swim team and wrestling are wrapping up. The basketball program saw record numbers again with another increase in girls’ basketball participation. The Tap Program is on Spring Break, and end of season parent and coaches surveys are in the plans to evaluate the programs and should be out soon. Equipment prep for field maintenance has begun and new tread mills and cable machines are planned for the fitness facility. The indoor track is being shared with the community and indoor track team, and it remains in good condition. The 2026 Purple and Gold Classic is scheduled for April 18 with an 8:30A tip-off. A donation of personal hygiene products at the entry is requested. The Spring Program Booklet goes out to the community on March 15 with resident only registration for the first week of April and non-resident registration beginning the second week. Camp registration begins in early March, and some camps are not listed in the Spring Program Booklet because they are already sold out. Seasonal hiring is beginning for 300+ workers, including young people at least 14 years old. The Lakewood United Football Club held interviews for board positions, made recommendations, and appointed individuals. Interviews to fill a board position on the Lakewood Community Baseball and Softball Association was also scheduled. Mark Walters and Leslie attended the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Conference and learned about the use of AI, appropriate pricing, and attracting and retaining volunteer coaches. They were pleased to learn that they are on the right track with their initiatives and got a new idea of requesting participant feedback mid-season instead of just at the end. Sincerely, Cindy Strebig, Ward 3 She/Her/Hers Lakewood City Council 045

City of Lakewood Department of Housing and Building City of Lakewood, Ohio 12650 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 216) 529-6270 building.permits@lakewoodoh. gov March 16, 2026 Re: Building Safety Month May 1st-May 31st Dear Council Members, The Division of Housing & Building would like to participate in ICC’s Building Safety Month 2026. The campaign raises awareness about critical building issues from structural to energy conservation. This year’s campaign is “Built to Last” Each week of the month of May is highlighted with an essential topic. The model ICC codes are adopted by Ohio, altered to meet our specific region, then enforced throughout all 88 counties. We are planning a no-cost campaign with each week’s topic featured on our Housing & Building page as well as social media. The (ICC) International Code Council is made up of 64,000 members including the staff of the City of Lakewood Building Department. We all work together to provide the community with inspections and knowledge to ensure our structures are safe to work, live, and play. We would greatly appreciate your support in Building Safety Month May 2026. Respectfully, Christopher Parmelee Christopher S. Parmelee Building Commissioner 046

RESOLUTION NO. BY: A RESOLUTION declaring May 2026 Building Safety Month within the City of Lakewood. WHEREAS, Lakewood is committed to recognizing that our growth and strength depends on the safety and essential role our homes, buildings and infrastructure play, both in everyday life and when disasters strike; and WHEREAS, our confidence in the resilience of these buildings that make up our community is achieved through the devotion of vigilant guardians–– building safety and fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, builders, tradespeople, design professionals, laborers, plumbers and others in the construction industry–– who work diligently to ensure the safe construction of buildings; and WHEREAS, these guardians are dedicated members of the International Code Council, a nonprofit that brings together local, state, territorial, tribal and federal officials who are experts in the built environment to create and implement the highest- quality codes to protect us in the buildings where we live, learn, work and play; and WHEREAS, these modern building codes include safeguards to protect the public from hazards such as hurricanes, snowstorms, tornadoes, wildland fires, floods and earthquakes; and WHEREAS, Building Safety Month is sponsored by the International Code Council to remind the public about the critical role of our communities’ largely unknown protectors of public safety–– our local code officials––who assure us of safe, sustainable and affordable buildings that are essential to our prosperity; and WHEREAS, “ Built to Last”, the theme for Building Safety Month 2026, encourages us all to raise awareness about building safety on a personal, local and global scale; and WHEREAS, each year, in observance of Building Safety Month, people all over the world are asked to consider the commitment to improve building safety, resilience and economic investment at home and in the community, and to acknowledge the essential service provided to all of us by local and state building departments, fire prevention bureaus and federal agencies in protecting lives and property; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD, OHIO: Section 1. May 2026 is hereby declared Building Safety Month in the City of Lakewood. Accordingly, all citizens are encouraged to join us as we participate in Building Safety Month activities. Section 2. It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and 2026-19 047

Adopted: Sarah Kepple, President of Council Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Approved: Meghan F. George, Mayor 048

City of Lakewood Vendor Payments - February 2026 Vendor Number Vendor Name Purchase Order Number Fund Invoice Number Amount Description Check Date Check Number Year Month 6984 AECOM TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. 099316 Wastewtr Coll System Fund INV# 2001111213 37,302.41 ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECOLOGI 02/13/2026 145327 2026 2 4753 BEST EQUIPMENT CO. 099006 General Fund INV# S1233820 8,943.36 R&M MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR 02/27/2026 145457 2026 2 7789 CLOUDSAFE 099460 General Fund INV14635 8,783.00 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 02/27/2026 145467 2026 2 7740 EQUIUS GROUP LLC 099434 General Fund INV# 1684 32,025.00 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 02/13/2026 145347 2026 2 7223 ESO SOLUTIONS, INC. 099420 General Fund ESO-188609 25,779.56 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 02/13/2026 145348 2026 2 7107 FERGUSON WATERWORKS 099464 Water Fund INV# 0998856 14,524.00 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT 02/27/2026 145483 2026 2 7522 GREENMAN- PEDERSEN, INC. 099392 General Fund INV# 13- 427714 18, 086. 00 PROF. SERV. OTHER 02/ 13/ 2026 145357 2026 2 099449 # INVLEX11264142 16,555.37 PROF. SERV. OTHER 02/13/2026 145383 2026 2 099458 # INVLEX11259889 27,912.80 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 02/27/2026 145505 2026 2 099458 # INVLEX11259890 26,046.00 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 02/27/2026 145505 2026 2 7240 LIFE FORCE MANAGEMENT, INC. 099351 General Fund INV# LF38231 12,874.78 FINANCIAL SERVICES 02/27/2026 145506 2026 2 7619 MINUTEMEN HR MGMT. SVCS, LLC 099429 Workers Compensation Fund INV# 22114 14,000.00 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 02/13/2026 145389 2026 2 4849 NECO 099255 Water Fund INV# 008645 14,019.00 R&M PLUMBING SUPPLIES 02/13/2026 145393 2026 2 838 OHIO AFSCME CARE PLAN Hospitalization Fund 02/13/2026 14,154.00 FEBRUARY 2026 02/13/2026 145398 2026 2 5478 OSBORN ENGINEERING COMPANY 099408 Capital Projects Fund INV# 73316 10,954.02 ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEE 02/13/2026 145406 2026 2 098558 46,096.01 REL RETAINAGE 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 099407 PAY APP# 6F 39,772.25 ROAD AND HIGHWAY BUILDING 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 098559 9,035.97 RELEASE RET 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 098559 28,329.56 RET RELEASE 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 099406 PAY APP# 6 35,070.24 ROAD AND HIGHWAY BUILDING 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 098558 26,210.15 REL RETAINAGE 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 099407 PAY APP# 6F 15,431.30 ROAD AND HIGHWAY BUILDING 02/27/2026 145519 2026 2 099243 General Fund INV# 2155137 11,329.25 FUEL - DIESEL 02/13/2026 145409 2026 2 099092 INV# 2158814 12,154.71 AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE IT 02/27/2026 145520 2026 2 099092 INV# 2158815 8,989.34 FUEL - GAS 02/27/2026 145520 2026 2 6862 QUASAR ENERGY GROUP 099184 Wastewater Treatment Fund TIPCOL-009211 30,916.46 PUBLIC WORKS AND RELATED 02/13/2026 145412 2026 2 7492 RED SHIFT PROPERTIES LLC 099443 CDBG Fund PROJECT# 252303 27,903.60 NON-COMPETITIVE ITEMS 02/13/2026 145413 2026 2 7745 RODGERS INCORPORATED 099171 Winterhurst Ice Rink Fund PAY# 8 30,807.72 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, HE 02/13/2026 145415 2026 2 6628 RUSH TRUCK CENTERS OF OHIO, INC. 099093 General Fund INV# 3044773699 21,450.70 R&M MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR 02/13/2026 145416 2026 2 7873 S.E.T., INC. 099405 Capital Projects Fund PAY# 5 15,151.32 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION SER 02/13/2026 145417 2026 2 7118 SENIOR TRANSPORTATION CONNECTION 099169 Office on AgingIIIB Fund INV# 7313946 9,062.00 HUMAN SERVICES 02/27/2026 145527 2026 2 099350 TSC-236213 16,365.50 PRINTING AND RELATED SERV 02/13/2026 145420 2026 2 099350 UTILITY Q1 2026 30,000.00 NON-COMPETITIVE ITEMS 02/13/2026 145420 2026 2 7432 TRANE U.S., INC. 099462 Winterhurst Ice Rink Fund ID# 8589478 26,445.00 AIR CONDITIONING, HEATING 02/27/2026 145535 2026 2 5978 USALCO, LLC 099185 Wastewater Treatment Fund INV# 910215115 13,994.23 WATER AND WASTEWATER TREA 02/27/2026 145543 2026 2 2832 PETROLEUM TRADERS CORP. SCMR Fund 161 SHAMROCK COMPANIES, INC Water Fund 6882 LEXIPOL, LLC General Fund 2043 PERK COMPANY, INC. Capital Projects Fund CDBG Fund SCMR Fund 049