The May 19, 2026 North Olmsted City Council meeting opens with roll call and approval of prior minutes. Mayor Jones is absent attending her son's Eagle Scout ceremony. The Law Director reports the city faces a small claims lawsuit over vehicle towing fees, which will be defended in court. Several committee chairs provide no reports, except the Recreation Committee.
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED MAY 19, 2026 Council President Pro Tem Scarl: The Council meeting of May 19, 2026, will now please come to order at 7:30 p.m. The audience is invited to join Council in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. All: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Will the Clerk please call the roll? Council Clerk: Mr. Brossard: [Absent] Ms. Carr: Here Ms. Gilchrist: Here Mr. Limpert: [Absent] Mr. Madden: Here Mr. Marrie: [Absent] Mr. Scarl: Present Mr. Shymske: Here ANNOUNCEMENTS Council President Pro Tem Scarl: If there are no additions or corrections the Council Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2026, are approved as written. There are two items being requested for suspension this evening. Resolution 2026-44 and Resolution 2026-45 both are on first reading. Moving into reports, I'd like to announce that Mayor Jones will not be able to attend. She's attending an Eagle Scout [ceremony] for her son and she apologizes for that, so there will be no report from her. Law Director Gareau, do you have a report this evening? Law Law Director Gareau: • Just a quick note that the City of North Olmsted was named as a defendant in a relatively small case over in Rocky River Small Claims Court for an individual whose vehicle was towed pursuant to an arrest, and they wish to get the return of their towing fees. So the City of North Olmsted Law Department will be appearing in that matter and 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 2 will be defending the city from that claim. So not all claims that arrive in the Law Department are large, but they're all treated the same way, so we'll be over in court to handle that in June. So just that's it otherwise no further report. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you Director. Director of Finance Radeff, do you have a report this evening? Finance Finance Director Radeff: No report this evening, thank you. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Moving into Council Committee reports. Councilman Shymske, Vice Chair of the Public Safety Health and Welfare Committee, do you have a report this evening? Public Safety, Health and Welfare Committee Councilman Shymske: No, I do not, Mr. President. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. Finance Committee Councilman Scarl: As Chair of the Finance Committee, there is no report for this evening. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Councilwoman Gilchrist, Councilwoman of the Recreation, Public Parks and Buildings Committee, do you have a report this evening? Recreation, Public Parks and Buildings Committee Councilwoman Gilchrist: Yes, I do have a report for you. The Recreation, Public Parks, and Buildings Committee met on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Present were Committee Members Gilchrist, Scarl, and Shymske, Council Members Carr and Madden, the Chief of Staff, the Finance Director, the Economic Director, the Service Director, the Safety Director, the Recreation Director, and Guest. • The purpose of the meeting was to discuss Resolution 2026-37 City Hall Roof Bid, a Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Service to advertise for bids for the award of a contract to provide roof replacement at the North Olmsted City Hall, as detailed in the specifications on file, and authorizing the Mayor, following approval of the Board of Control, to contract for the same with the lowest and best bidder. Director Kearney explained that there are many leaks in the roof at both City Hall and the Service Garage. It is necessary that the roof is fixed to eliminate the leaks. This project includes a complete overlay of the roof covering City Hall and the Service Garage. The total cost of 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 3 the project is $300,000.00, which was included in this year's budget. Resolution 2026-37 was recommended to Council by a vote of 3-0. At this time, I move to amend Resolution 2026-37 to state a roof repair and not replacement, and ask for a second. Councilman Shymske: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Motion to amend Resolution 2026-37 made by Councilwoman Gilchrist, seconded by Councilman Shymske. Roll call, please. Council Clerk: Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Mr. Shymske: Yes Mr. Madden: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Mr. Scarl: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: And that Resolution 2026-37 is amended by a vote of 5-0. Councilwoman Gilchrist: And that concludes my report. Thank you. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. Councilman Madden, Chairman of the Environmental Control Committee, do you have a report this evening? Environmental Control Committee Councilman Madden: Yes, Mr. President, thank you. The Environmental Control Committee met this evening in the Caucus Room at 7:05 p.m. Present were Committee Members Madden, Carr, and Scarl, Council Members Gilchrist and Shymske. From the Administration, present were the Directors of Law, Finance, HR, Economics, Safety, Service, Recreation, and Chief of Staff. • On the agenda was Resolution 2026-38, which is a Resolution ratifying an application of the Director of Public Service for grant funding from the State of Ohio EPA Recycle Ohio/Community and Litter Grant Program, and further authorizing the Mayor to accept the grant funding and execute all grant documents, and declaring an emergency. Director Kearney explained that this legislation is to ratify and approve retroactively to the date of the application, a grant to secure a towable horizontal grinder for the Division of Forestry. The grant awarded was for $122,397.00 and has a 20% local match requirement from the City, which amounts to $30,599.00. That amount will come from the Solid Waste Fund per the Finance Director. This will also save the City money on grinding for mulch purposes that is made available to City residents, saving the City 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 4 additional money. A motion was made by Councilman Madden, seconded by Councilwoman Carr, and the Committee voted 3-0 to recommend the Resolution to all of Council, and the Environmental Control Committee concluded at 7:11 p.m. That concludes my report, Mr. President. Thank you. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Councilman Shymske, Chairman of the Streets and Transportation Committee, do you have a report this evening? Streets and Transportation Committee Councilman Shymske: No, I do not, thank you. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. Councilman Madden, Vice Chair of the Building, Zoning and Development Committee, do you have a report this evening? Building, Zoning and Development Committee Councilman Madden: Yes, Mr. President. I will read the report provided by Chairman Marrie. The Building, Zoning, and Development Committee met on May 5th at 7:27 p.m. Present were Committee Members Marrie, Madden, and Limpert, Council President Brossard, Council Members Carr, Gilchrist, and Scarl, the Mayor, Directors of Finance, Law, Economic Development, Service, Recreation, and Guests. • On the agenda was Resolution 2026-7, the proposed Joint Economic Development District between North Olmstead and Olmstead Township. The Committee continued discussions related to the agreement, including governance of the JEDD Board, financial responsibilities, annexation language, and future development within the district. The commercial phase of the project has begun, and construction is underway with the residential developments slated for a future date. Following detailed discussion, the Committee agreed on five amendments related to the financial split, annexation language and timeframes, contract renewal provisions, sewer and mutual aid agreements, and Council approval of the JEDD Board appointment. The amendment details will be included with the Committee Meeting Minutes. The motion to recommend Resolution 2026-7 passed 2-1. The Building, Zoning, and Development meeting ended at 8:01 p.m. So at this time, Mr. President, I move to amend Exhibit A of Resolution 2026-7 with the five points as just reported, and ask for a second. Councilwoman Carr: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Motion to amend Resolution 2026-7 made by Councilman Madden, seconded by Councilwoman Carr. Roll call, please. 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 5 Council Clerk: Mr. Madden: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Mr. Shymske: Yes Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Mr. Scarl: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Resolution 2026-7 is amended by a vote of 5-0. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Councilwoman Carr, Chairwoman of the Intra-Governmental Relations Committee, do you have a report this evening? Intra-Governmental Relations Committee Councilwoman Carr: No, I do not, Mr. President. Thank you. COMMUNICATIONS Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Are there any letters or communications to come before Council at this time? Council Clerk: No, Mr. President. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. We will now move into audience participation. Thank you for attending tonight's Council meeting. Public comment offers the opportunity for members of the public to share information and bring issues and concerns to the attention of City Council members. It is not a debate, and public comment speakers should not expect a back-and-forth exchange. So at this time, if there is anyone in the audience who would like to address Council, please come to the podium, state and spell your name and address for the clerk. If you live in a city other than North Olmsted, please state the name of that City and proceed with your comments. You will have up to five minutes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Seeing no comments from the audience, we will now move into legislation. LEGISLATION Council Clerk: Legislation on second reading. Resolution 2026-7, introduced by Mayor Jones. A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Joint Economic Development District (“JEDD”) contract by and between the Township of Olmsted and the City of North Olmsted, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, as Amended. 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 6 Resolution 2026-37, introduced by Council President Brossard on behalf of Mayor Jones. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Service to advertise for bids for the award of a contract to provide roof replacement repair at North Olmsted City Hall, as detailed in the specifications on file, and authorizing the Mayor, following approval of the Board of Control, to contract for the same with the lowest and best bidder, as Amended. Resolution 2026-38, introduced by Council President Brossard on behalf of Mayor Jones. A Resolution ratifying an application of the Director of Public Service for grant funding from the State of Ohio EPA Recycle Ohio / Community and Litter Grant Program, and further authorizing the Mayor to accept the grant funding and execute all grant documents, and declaring an emergency. Council Clerk: Legislation on first reading. Ordinance 2026-40. An Ordinance to make and transfer appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures for the City of North Olmsted for the year ending December 31, 2026, and declaring an emergency. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. Council Clerk: Ordinance 2026-41. An Ordinance to amend appropriations for capital improvements for the City of North Olmsted for the year ending December 31, 2026. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. Council Clerk: Ordinance 2026-42. An Ordinance to authorize the execution of Then and Now Certificates by the Finance Director and the payment of amounts due for various purchase orders and declaring an emergency. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. Council Clerk: Resolution 2026-43. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Human Resources to solicit requests for qualifications (R.F.Q.s) for civil service testing companies for promotional testing and pre-hire assessments for the Divisions of Police and Fire. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 7 Council Clerk: Resolution 2026-44. A Resolution authorizing the City of North Olmsted to participate as a designated Store It Safe (SIS) program community in Ohio, and declaring an emergency Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading and request suspension of the rules requiring three readings and formal committee review. Councilman Shymske: Mr. President. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Councilman. Councilman Shymske: I'd like to, at this time I move to suspend the rules regarding three readings and formal committee review for Resolution 2026-44. As we heard in Caucus, it's for our Store-It-Safe program for gun safety, and the City's grant expires at year's end. By suspending, the City can get those funds quicker, and I ask for a second. Councilman Madden: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings and formal committee review for Resolution 2026-44, made by Councilman Shymske, seconded by Councilman Madden. Roll call, please. Council Clerk: Mr. Shymske: Yes Mr. Madden: Yes Mr. Scarl: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: That motion passes by a vote of 5-0. If there's anyone in the audience who wishes to address Council regarding Resolution 2026-44, please approach the podium now. Councilman Shymske: Seeing none, Mr. President, I move to adopt Resolution 2026-44 and ask for a second. Councilman Madden: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 8 Motion to adopt Resolution 2026-44, made by Councilman Shymske, seconded by Councilman Madden. Roll call, please. Council Clerk: Mr. Shymske: Yes Mr. Madden: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Mr. Scarl: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Resolution 2026-44 is adopted by a vote of 5-0. Council Clerk: Resolution 2026-45. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a five-year service contract with Stryker Medical for the maintenance and service of the Fire Department’s Stryker Medical equipment for the price of $137,047.23, and declaring an emergency. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading and request suspension of the rules requiring three readings and formal committee review. Councilman Shymske: Mr. President. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Councilman. Councilman Shymske: At this time, I move to suspend the rules regarding three readings and formal committee review for Resolution 2026-45. As we heard in Caucus, the City is currently without a maintenance contract with Stryker, and by signing this five-year contract, the City will save 25%, and ask for a second. Councilman Madden: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings and formal committee review for Resolution 2026-45, made by Councilman Shymske, seconded by Councilman Madden. Roll call, please. Council Clerk: Mr. Shymske: Yes Mr. Madden: Yes Mr. Scarl: Yes 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 9 Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Motion passes by a vote of 5-0. If there's anyone in the audience who wishes to address Council regarding Resolution 2026-45, please approach the podium now. Councilman Shymske: Seeing none, I move to adopt Resolution 2026-45 and ask for a second. Councilman Madden: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Motion to adopt Resolution 2026-45, made by Councilman Shymske, seconded by Councilman Madden. Roll call, please. Council Clerk: Mr. Shymske: Yes Mr. Madden: Yes Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Mr. Scarl: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Resolution 2026-45 is adopted by a vote of 5-0. Council Clerk: Resolution 2026-46. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Service to solicit bids for the collection and disposal of solid waste and recyclable materials; and further authorizing the Mayor, upon approval of the Board of Control, to enter into a contract with the lowest and best bidder. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. Council Clerk: Ordinance 2026-47. An Ordinance amending Section 917.02 entitled “Limitations of Wastewater Strength” of Chapter 917 entitled “Industrial Pretreatment” of the Streets, Utilities and Public Services Code in order to comply with EPA regulations, and declaring an emergency. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. Council Clerk: 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 10 Ordinance 2026-48. An Ordinance authorizing the Director of Human Resources to solicit proposals for excess insurance coverage for the City health care & hospitalization plans for 2027, and further authorizing the Mayor, subject to approval of the Board of Control, to enter into a contract for said insurance coverage. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: On behalf of Mayor Jones, I introduce and place on first reading. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Okay, now that we're done with that, let's move into scheduling Committee Meetings for Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Councilman Shymske, as the Vice Chair, would you like to schedule a Public Safety, Health, and Welfare Committee meeting? Councilman Shymske: Yes, I would like to schedule a Public Safety, Health, and Welfare meeting at 7:00 p.m. next Tuesday, May 26, 2026, to discuss 2026-43 and a liquor permit 10011993-1. It should take about 10 minutes. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. Who do you want to come? Councilman Shymske: The Mayor… any of the Mayor's designees. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. Councilman Madden, would you like to schedule an Environmental Control Committee meeting? Councilman Madden: Yes, Mr. President, thank you. I'll schedule the Environmental Control Committee meeting for Tuesday, May 26th at 7:10p.m. to about 7:20p.m to discuss 2026-46 and 2026-47 and ask for the Mayor and Safety… correction, Service Director to be present. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. I'd like to schedule a Finance Committee meeting for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 7:20 p.m. until we're complete, for Ordinances 2026-40, 41, 42, 48, and I ask that the Finance Director and the HR Director, and any other Mayor-designee be present. EXCUSE FOR ABSENCE At this time, I move to excuse the absence of Council President Brossard, Councilman Limpert, and Councilman Marrie and ask for a second. 05-19-26 Council Meeting Minutes - Page 11 Councilman Madden: Second. Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Thank you. Motion made by Councilman Scarl, seconded by Councilman Madden. Roll call, please. Council Clerk: Mr. Scarl: Yes Mr. Madden: Yes Mr. Shymske: Yes Ms. Gilchrist: Yes Ms. Carr: Yes Council President Pro Tem Scarl: Council President Brossard, Councilman Limpert, and Councilman Marrie are excused by a vote of 5-0. With the agenda being completed and there being no further business to come before Council, this meeting of May 19, 2026, is adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Beatrice Taylor, Clerk of Council Louis J. Brossard, President of Council
