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NORTH RIDGEVILLE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 20, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
President Swenk called the Council meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, to order at 7:00
p.m.
INVOCATION:
Led by President Swenk.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by President Swenk.
ROLL CALL:
Present were Council members President Holly A. Swenk, Kathryn Rogerson, Robert Holub,
Bruce F. Abens, Clifford Winkel, Paul Wolanski, and Cali Zingale.
Others Present: Mayor Kevin Corcoran, Law Director Brian Moriarty, Finance Director April
Wilkerson, City Engineer Christina Eavenson, Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani, and
Assistant Clerk of Council Fijabi Gallam.
MINUTES - Corrections (if any) and approval:
President Swenk asked if there were any corrections to City Council Organization Minutes
dated January 5, 2026, and Regular City Council Meeting Minutes dated January 5, 2026. No
discussion was offered. The meeting minutes stand approved as submitted.
LOBBY:
President Swenk opened the lobby session. She asked that anyone who comes up to speak
state their name and address for the record at the podium, and that they have three minutes
to discuss any topic of their choice.
Legislative Concerns
Rudy Ringwall of 31966 Center Ridge Road, followed up on previous comments regarding
cannabis tax revenue, stating that the City of Elyria had recently received nearly $374,000 in
back tax revenue and was projected to receive approximately $23,000 per month going
forward. He stated that, while not a large amount, the revenue could still support the City's
needs and reiterated his belief. He urged Council to reconsider its moratorium on cannabis-
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related businesses, so the City could benefit from this revenue rather than seeing it go to
neighboring communities.
Mr. Ringwall raised concerns about the Cityâs âPopular Annual Financial Reportâ magazine,
noting that he had not seen one before and assumed it had been mailed to all postal
customers. He stated that the publication appeared to be tied to the recent tax levy
campaign. He expressed the opinion that sending such a publication created a perception
that the City had excess funds, undermining the levy effort. He urged the City not to send
similar publications in the future. Mr. Ringwall wanted to know how much was spent on
producing and mailing the report because the report created a poor public perception.
President Swenk closed the lobby session.
Law Director Moriarty addressed City Council regarding the Cityâs public records process.
He stated that the City receives approximately 600 to 650 public records requests each year,
all of which are sent to the Law Department, logged with the requesterâs name and date, and
reviewed for response. He explained that the City often responds immediately but may
request clarification or a narrowed scope to ensure the search is reasonable. He noted that
the City also informs requesters when records do not exist; therefore, that nonexistence is
not a denial of access. Mr. Moriarty stated that the City has followed this process for years
and strives to respond in a timely manner despite the volume of requests. He added that the
State Auditor reviews all public records requests and all financial transactions during its
audits. Mr. Moriarty concluded by reiterating that the City is responding appropriately and
invited everyone to contact him with any further questions.
ADMINISTRATORS REPORTS:
1. Mayor:
Mayor Corcoran remarked the following:
⢠Corn Festival Presentation - Welcomed John Butkowski, President of the North
Ridgeville Corn Festival Committee. Mr. Butkowski presented a special presentation
to our North Ridgeville Police Department. A $3,984.00 check was given on behalf of
the Corn Festival Committee to the North Ridgeville Police Department for the
acquisition of two AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators).
⢠Help Shape Future Community Events - Creating new, local community events was
identified as a priority by residents and the Master Plan Steering Committee as part
of the Cityâs long-range planning process. These events are intended to bring people
together, strengthen civic pride and create opportunities for neighbors of all ages and
backgrounds to connect. To help guide this effort, the City of North Ridgeville is
inviting residents to share input through a brief community events survey. Feedback
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will help shape future events and ensure they reflect the interests, needs, and social
connections that matter most to the community. Visit the Cityâs website at
nridgeville.org to take part in the survey. The survey will close on January 31, 2026.
⢠Senior Center Chicken Paprikash Dinner - The Senior Center is swapping out
spaghetti for Chicken Paprikash. The Chicken Paprikash Fundraiser Event is on
Friday, January 23, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Dine-in or take-out
is available. The dinner is served with chicken paprikash, salad, and bread for $8
adults, $7 seniors, and children 10 and under are $5.
⢠Water Meter Replacement Program â Noted that the initiative was a significant
project involving the replacement of meters for all residents and businesses citywide.
He reported that although the project was originally expected to take more than a
year, it was completed in less than a year. He further stated that the City saved $1.3
million in savings compared to the projected cost. He thanked Community Service
Director Tara Peet for her work in bringing the project together ahead of schedule
and under budget, and he also thanked community members for their cooperation
throughout the process.
⢠The Mayor provided explanations for the legislation on first reading.
o Resolution No. 2026-2 concerned a grant from the Ohio Department of
Transportation for preventative maintenance on the Lorain Road Bridge over
the Norfolk Southern Railroad near Aut-O-Rama Twin Drive-in. He reported
that the City secured more than $730,000 in grant funding. The legislation is
consistent with past practice; grant-related legislation was typically passed on
first reading with an emergency clause to expedite acceptance of funds for the
benefit of residents; therefore, he would be requesting the emergency clause.
o Ordinance No. 2026-3 authorized the purchase of five new police vehicles, an
annual practice already budgeted during the appropriation process and
approved in December, with a cost not to exceed $372,000.
o Ordinance No. 2026-4 authorized a contract with McKenna for the 2026 Parks
and Recreation Master Plan and summarized the selection process. He
reported that the selection committee interviewed four firmsâDesigning
Local, McKenna, MKSK, and Brandstetter Carrollâand, after reviewing the
strengths of each, unanimously chose McKenna. All firms were notified of the
decision the week of December 22, 2025.
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o Ordinance No. 2026-5 involved advertising for bids for chemicals used at
French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant, with a bid opening scheduled in
April 2026, and noted that no emergency clause was needed.
o Ordinance No. 2026-6 involved a $5,000 grant from Columbia Gas to the Fire
Department, for which he would also request the emergency clause based on
the Cityâs practice of immediately accepting grant funds.
o Ordinance No. 2026-7 authorized the sale of several used police vehicles,
explaining that such legislation had traditionally included an emergency
clause because vehicle values depreciate quickly and earlier sale benefits the
City.
o Ordinance No. 2026-8 involved language updates to the 2024 ordinance
regarding landscaping at the Peanut Roundabout, clarifying that the changes
did not affect the overall project cost.
Mayor Corcoran concluded his report.
2. Engineer:
City Engineer Christina Eavenson provided the following:
⢠Added further information regarding the Lorain Road Bridge over the Norfolk
Southern Railroad. It was the largest bridge owned by the City at more than 300 feet
in length. She stated that the award of $739,000 in ODOT grant funding came as a
significant and unexpected surprise, as the City did not believe its chances were high.
She reported that the City had already budgeted $120,000 for basic maintenance this
year, and if ODOT proceeded with scoping and design work, those funds could be
redirected toward the Cityâs 20% share of design services. She noted that the
maintenance work would include chain link fence replacement, curb repairs, joint
repairs, and potential slab, sidewalk, and guardrail replacements. She stated that
more information would be provided as âODOT developed the project scope.
⢠Addressed proposed Ordinance No. 2026 8 under first readings, which amended
previously approved Ordinance No. 2024 65 for the Stoney Ridge Road, Mills Road,
and Avalon Drive Roundabout project. Sheâ explained that the prior Ordinance
included informational project cost amountsâ that were not intended to serve as
limitations. When Engineering bid the landscaping package, the Finance
Department identified that the Ordinance wording unintentionally restricted
expenditures to those amounts, requiring a return to Council for correction. She
emphasized that no additional funds were being requested, as the previously
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appropriated balance was sufficient to cover the landscaping contract. She requested
the emergency clause, so the City could award the contract to the lowest bidder, who
was about 25% below the next lowest bid.
⢠Under third readings, she discussed Ordinance No. 2025 162, an amendment to
previously approved Ordinance No. 6109 2023. She reiterated that the Ordinance
would revise the amount for design services with Bramhall Engineeringâ & Surveying
Company from approximately $507,000 to â$665,000. She explained that the majority
of the increase resulted from redesign efforts initiated by FirstEnergy, which holds
an easement along the projectâs northern boundary, as well as revisions mandated by
the recently obtained U.S. Army Corps permit. Additional design work was also
required for the support system for a high pressure gas main owned by TC Energy,
beneath which the storm sewer would need to be tunneled. She requested
consideration of the emergency clause so theâ design engineer could continue work
without an additional 30 day delay.
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⢠Provided an update on Resolution No. 2025 163 under third readings regarding
ODOTâs preventative bridge maintenance project involving deck resealing. She
reported that five bridges in North Ridgeville âwere included: the two I 480 bridges
over Chestnut Ridge Road, one bridge over State Route 10, one bridge over Lear Nagle
Road, and one over Lorain Road. â
⢠She added that after a widespread power outage in early December 2025, she
observed that while traffic signals caused significant delays, roundaboutsâ
specifically the Peanut Roundaboutâcontinued operating without interruption. She
said she would include this benefit in her standard explanation.
City Engineer Eavenson concluded her report.
3. Director of Finance:
The Finance Director stated that Ordinance No. 2026 6, under first reading, involved a grant
for public education related to fire extinguisher training. She noted that the Fire Department
would use the grant funds for this purpose and confirmedâ that no City match was required.
She also expressed appreciation to Director Peet for her work on the Water Meter
Replacement Project, which saved $1.3 million, placing the City one year ahead in its
repayment schedule and resulting in taxpayer savings. She informed City Council that once
financial reconciliation was completed, legislation would be presented to transfer the
savings from the Water Meter/Water Improvement Fund to the Water Debt Service Fund to
support continued note repayment.
Finance Director Wilkerson concluded her report.
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President Swenk noted the following.:
November 2025 Financial Report
4. Other Reports:
President Swenk noted the following.:
December 2025 Building Division Report
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORT(S):
There were none.
CORRESPONDENCE:
There were none.
OLD BUSINESS:
There were none.
NEW BUSINESS:
The North Ridgeville Planning Commission took action on the following items at its
regular meeting of January 13, 2026:
1. O 2025-159 An Ordinance Vacating a Portion of Aspen Street.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran; First Reading on 11-17-2025; Public Hearing
on 12-15-2025; Second Reading on 12-15-2025)
PC ACTION: Approved by a vote of 5-0 with the recommendation of omitting
Section 2.
(City Council received recommendations from the Planning Commission.)
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Holub to approve the Planning Commission
recommendation for Ordinance Number 2025-159.
A roll call vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Holub and seconded by Winkel to appoint Ellis Stevens to the Board of
Drainage and Flood Control as the Ward 2 Representative.
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A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Holub and seconded by Winkel to appoint Cori Cook to the Board of
Drainage and Flood Control as the Ward 2 Representative.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
RECESS:
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Wolanski to dispense with recess.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Ordinance and Resolution submittal(s)
FIRST READINGS:
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
R 2026-2 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a grant from the Ohio
Department of Transportation for major preventative maintenance of the
Lorain Road bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railroad.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Winkel to dispense with the second and
third readings for 2026-2.
Councilman Winkel agreed to receive grant money as soon as possible.
Councilman Wolanski explained that there is a 30-day waiting period for legislation to take
effect. If City Council uses an emergency clause, it moves everything up by
30 days. The emergency clause would allow the City to receive the money
faster.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Winkel to add the emergency clause in
order to receive the funds in a timely manner, to the benefit of the residents.
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A voice vote was taken on the emergency clause, and the motion was carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Winkel to adopt 2026-2 with the
emergency clause.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, with the emergency, and the motion carried for
Resolution Number 2026-2.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2026-3 An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Ridgeville to
purchase five new police vehicles and their related equipment from the State
Bid List or Co-op, or to advertise for bids and enter into a contract with an
outside vendor according to law and in a manner prescribed by law, not to
exceed $372,000.00.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to dispense with the second and
third readings for 2026-3.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to add the emergency clause in
order to purchase the vehicles as soon as possible for the safety of the public.
A voice vote was taken on the emergency clause, and the motion was carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Rogerson to adopt 2026-3 with the
emergency clause.
Councilman Wolanski remarked that some people have mentioned feeling overwhelmed
with emergency clauses. However, he believed there were valid reasons to
implement the emergency clause. In this case, the funds were already
allocated in the budget to purchase police cars, so there is no reason to delay
that process. Mr. Wolanski was in support of voting for the emergency clause.
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Mayor Corcoran pointed out that police cars took some time to enter service, primarily
because once the department obtained the vehicles, there was additional
police equipment that needed to be installed. It was important to get these cars
as quickly as possible, so the department could complete the necessary
secondary work before putting them into service. He expressed that the
emergency clause is needed for this case.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, with the emergency, and the motion carried for
Ordinance Number 2026-3.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2026-4 An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Ridgeville to enter
into a contract according to law and in a manner prescribed by law with
McKenna for the City of North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation 2026 Master Plan,
not to exceed $149,000.00.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Ordinance Number 2026-4 moved to Second Reading.
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2026-5 An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor of the City of North Ridgeville, Ohio, to
advertise for bids and enter into contract(s) for a twelve-month period,
according to law and in a manner prescribed by law, for the purchase of
chemicals to be used by the French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Ordinance Number 2026-5 moved to Second Reading.
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
R 2026-6 A Resolution accepting funds from the Columbia Gas of Ohio Public Safety
Grant in the amount of $5,000.00.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to dispense with the second and
third readings for 2026-6.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
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Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to add the emergency clause in
order to secure the funds as soon as possible for the benefit of the residents.
A voice vote was taken on the emergency clause, and the motion was carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Rogerson to adopt 2026-6 with the
emergency clause.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, with the emergency, and the motion carried for
Resolution Number 2026-6.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2026-7 An Ordinance approving the sale of certain personal property owned by the
City of North Ridgeville pursuant to O.R.C. Section 721.15(D).
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Rogerson to dispense with the second
and third readings for 2026-7.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Rogerson to add the emergency clause
in order to sell the vehicles at the highest value to get the most money for the
residents.
A voice vote was taken on the emergency clause, and the motion was carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Rogerson to adopt 2026-7 with the
emergency clause.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, with the emergency, and the motion carried for
Ordinance Number 2026-7.
Yes â 7 No â 0
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Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2026-8 An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2024-65 to clarify project cost
components for the Stoney Ridge Road, Mills Road, and Avalon Drive
roundabout project.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran)
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to dispense with the second and
third readings for 2026-8.
Councilman Winkel requested that the City Engineer clarify her concern about losing that
bidder during the process, specifically regarding the 60-day period.
City Engineer Eavenson previously mentioned that they had not realized the original
Ordinance capped one of the landscaping items and that it would be an issue
until the project had already gone out to bid. The City had already received
all the bids, identified the lowest bidder, and vetted him by calling references
to ensure he was qualified. The bidder was 25% lower than the next-lowest
bidder. Currently, the City is waiting for the next meeting to see how the
project will proceed. Because the project was beyond 60 days, if the City and
the bidder mutually agreed to move forward or wait, the City needed to
consider whether the bidder would hold those costs for the duration of the
contract. At that point, the project was in a holding pattern. Plans are to call
the bidder to inform them of the outcome of City Council meeting.
Mayor Corcoran added that the significance of the matter was that a bid 25% lower was
observed, and that by waiting, bids could have increased once everyone
knew what others had bid. When the Ordinance was drafted in 2024, a
reference appeared in the whereas section, which was not technically part of
the law itself. It noted that the landscaping was going to be $80,000, a figure
determined before any plans had been developed. This number was
concerning, and there was a need to eliminate the discussion by proposing a
change. He clarified that this adjustment did not change the overall dollar
amount or require additional funds; it was a wording clarification. The
purpose of the change was to secure the lower bid and lock in the savings for
taxpayers.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to add the emergency clause in
order to ensure the selection of the lowest bidder and secure the pricing to
achieve cost savings for the residents.
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A voice vote was taken on the emergency clause, and the motion was carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Mayor Corcoran and seconded by Abens to adopt 2026-8 with the
emergency clause.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, with the emergency, and the motion carried for
Ordinance Number 2026-8.
Yes â 7 No â 0
SECOND READINGS:
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
R 2026-1 A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to apply
on behalf of the City of North Ridgeville for funding from ODOT's Highway
Safety Improvement Program for systemic pedestrian safety improvements
along Lorain Road; authorizing funds for the required local match; and
authorizing the Mayor to accept the funding, if awarded, and to execute a
contract with the State of Ohio.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran; First Reading on 01-05-2026)
Councilman Winkel suggested that they might not need the emergency clause at second
reading, but he indicated that next week could be a better time. This would
give the Economic and Development Director an extra 30 days to prepare and
finalize the necessary details.
Councilman Wolanski believed that when justified, there was a time period allocated to
obtain funding. It was clear from the last meeting that completing the process
at that time was not critical. However, after adopting the legislation at the next
meeting, he thought that an emergency clause would be the better approach,
as the 30-day notice period would not cause additional delays. He remarked
that having a third reading would be beneficial, and at the next meeting, City
Council could adopt the legislation with the emergency clause, allowing all
three readings to occur without the 30-day waiting period.
President Swenk agreed that once the third readings were adopted, there was a 30-day wait
period before the Ordinance took effect. She agreed that an emergency clause
would be beneficial.
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Councilman Wolanski, Chair of the Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalk Committee, expressed
strong support for increasing sidewalks in the city and saw the grant
opportunity as a great chance to fund sidewalk projects.
Councilman Holub wanted to know whether there was a timeline for the ODOT funds.
Mayor Corcoran explained that the application's due date for submission to ODOT is March
31, 2026.
Resolution Number 2026-1 moved to Third Readings.
THIRD READINGS:
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2025-147 An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a new ground lease
agreement with TowerCo VI, LLC for the installation of a wireless
communications facility at the Shady Drive Complex.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran; First Reading on 11-03-2025; Utilities
Committee Meeting on 12-01-2025; Committee Report to City Council on 12-
15-2025; Second Reading on 01-05-2026)
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Wolanski to adopt 2025-147.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, and the motion carried for Ordinance Number
2025-147.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2025-159 An Ordinance vacating a portion of Aspen Street.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran; First Reading on 11-17-2025; Second Reading
12-01-2025; Planning Commission on 12-09-2025; Planning Commission
Tabled on 12-09-2025; Public Hearing on 12-15-2025; Planning Commission on
01-13-2026; Planning Commission Report to City Council on 01-20-2026)
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Swenk to amend Ordinance Number 2025-159 by
omitting Section 2 in its entirety.
Councilman Winkel noted that the vacate request does not need an easement where there
are no utilities. Section 2 in the ordinance was not needed. This process also
allows the applicant not to incur more costs. The Planning Commission
recommended omitting Section 2.
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Councilman Wolanski explained that, under the City Charter, the first sentence of an
Ordinance typically provided enough context for residents to understand its
purpose; however, in the case of the vacate of Aspen Street, he believed the
subject was not immediately clear without reviewing the full Ordinance
online. He stated that a street had once been planned to extend through the
area, Ridgeview, but with the development of the Drees Homes Subdivision,
there was no longer a need for the street to continue through. He noted that
the two adjacent property owners had maintained the unused property for
about a decade, making the proposal a goodwill situation in which both the
City and the homeowners could benefit. Since the street would never be
constructed, the property could be transferred to the homeowners, allowing
them to continue maintaining the land. He further stated that there was no
need for an easement or a sidewalk extending into a backyard, which aligned
with removing the unnecessary section from the ordinance.
A voice vote was taken, and the motion carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Wolanski to adopt 2025-159 amended.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, and the motion carried for Ordinance Number
2025-159.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
O 2025-162 An Ordinance amending Ordinance 6109-2023, which authorized the Mayor to
enter into a contract with a consulting engineering firm for additional design
services for the Mills Creek Conservation and Flood Control Project by
increasing the prior approved amount of $507,500.00 to $665,200.00.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran; First Reading on 12-15-2025; Second Reading
on 01-05-2026)
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Abens to add the emergency clause in order to
authorize the design engineer to continue work without an additional 30 day
delay.
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Councilman Winkel stated that he was very familiar with the project. He explained that after
numerous hurdles, the need for the funding increase became clear due to an
unknown gas line, FirstEnergy easements, and requirements. The project
took many months of work.
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Councilman Abens added that the project had first been introduced ten years ago, and he
stated that it was time to move the project forward.
A voice vote was taken on the emergency clause, and the motion was carried.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Abens to adopt 2025-162 with the emergency
clause.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, with the emergency, and the motion carried for
Ordinance Number 2025-162.
Yes â 7 No â 0
Clerk of Council Nicholas Ciofani:
R 2025-163 A Resolution giving consent and cooperating with the Director of the Ohio
Department of Transportation for preventative bridge maintenance of
structures on Interstate 480.
(Introduced by Mayor Corcoran; First Reading on 12-15-2025; Second Reading
on 01-05-2026)
Moved by Winkel and seconded by Wolanski to adopt 2025-163.
A roll call vote was taken on the adoption, and the motion carried for Resolution Number
2025-163.
Yes â 7 No â 0
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
President Swenk noted the following:
1. The next Regular City Council meeting will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026, at
7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Councilman Winkel stated that he felt it was important to acknowledge the work of the
Service Division following the recent heavy snowfall. He reminded residents
that if a mailbox was damaged by a snowplow, they could contact the Service
Division to be added to a list for assistance. He offered praise to the Service
Division, explaining that several individuals had contacted himâsome of
whom did not even live in the cityâwho remarked that they could tell when
they crossed into North Ridgeville because the road conditions were better
than in surrounding communities.
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ADJOURNMENT:
President Swenk adjourned the meeting at 7:48 p.m.
Approval of minutes on February 2, 2026:
Holly A. Swenk Nicholas Ciofani
PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL CLERK OF COUNCIL