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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Previews from posted agendas and recaps from approved minutes for Avon City Council and its boards and commissions. Every story links to the official document.
Agenda preview City Council - Work Sessions
You can check out what the Avon City Council will discuss at their upcoming work session on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. The agenda includes updates on intersection improvements, right-of-way acquisitions, and advertising for bids on a water main relocation project.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
During their work session on October 5, 2026, Avon city leaders discussed bringing on an assistant law director to help manage growing legal workloads and moratoriums. They also reviewed plans for a feasibility study to turn the new City Hall gym into council chambers, and looked over upcoming designs for Fire Station No. 2.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the September 21, 2026 work session, Avon city leaders heard a new proposal to restore the historic Colvin Sweet House right where it stands instead of moving it. Council also discussed plans for the State Route 83 sidewalk project and listened to concerns from a resident regarding upcoming sidewalk assessments on Mapleridge Boulevard.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the September 8, 2026 Work Session, Avon City Council reviewed a major construction contract change order for the Mills Road resurfacing project to include North Ridgeville's maintenance section. Council also discussed rejecting bids for the French Creek Greenway Phase 1 project due to state funding delays, heard about upcoming legal fees for Fire Station No. 2, and listened to residents share public health concerns regarding neighbor wildlife feeding.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the August 3, 2026, work session, Avon City Council celebrated local youth sports champions and dove into discussions about the future of the historic Colvin Sweet House. Leaders also reviewed upcoming road resurfacing projects, a proposed CDBG county program partnership, and resident concerns regarding utility outages and stadium noise.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the July 6, 2026, work session, Avon city leaders talked about utility excavation safety following a recent gas explosion in Twinsburg Township. Council also reviewed several upcoming projects, including a joint road resurfacing effort on Mills Road with North Ridgeville and plans to advertise for bids on a pedestrian bridge at the Traxler Family Arboretum.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the June 15, 2026 work session, Avon City Council reviewed several upcoming legislation items, including a pipeline relocation agreement for the Chester Road widening project and the conveyance of Stone River Drive to the Metro Parks. Council also discussed extending temporary moratoria on certain senior living facilities, short-term rentals, and car washes or self-storage facilities. Additionally, city officials highlighted a future joint resurfacing project for Mills Road with North Ridgeville.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
Avon City Council met on June 1, 2026, to discuss a range of community updates and upcoming legislation. Members heard from the Landmarks Preservation Commission about efforts to save the historic Colvin Sweet House, reviewed upcoming road resurfacing and paving programs, and discussed proposed zoning changes for properties on Chester Road. Council also touched on code enforcement updates and upcoming moratorium extensions.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the May 18, 2026, work session, Avon City Council heard a detailed presentation on the city's declining tree canopy, which has dropped to roughly 20.4 percent since 1995. Council members also reviewed updates on pending infrastructure projects, including the French Creek Greenway Trail and outstanding sidewalk installations across town.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the May 4, 2026 work session, Avon City Council recognized Officer Patrick Sullivan for his 48 years of service upon his retirement. Council also discussed a proposed helmet requirement for minors riding motorized bikes and e-scooters, reviewed new full-time recreation and police department positions, and heard updates on upcoming road and infrastructure projects.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the recent work session, Avon City Council reviewed several items, including a special use permit for a new pet urgent care facility on Center Road and proposed commercial rezoning on Nagel Road. Council also discussed outsourcing payroll services to Paylocity to save costs and heard concerns from local business owners about ongoing construction traffic impacts.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the April 6, 2026 work session, Avon City Council members reviewed a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers to protect local infrastructure. They also heard extensive resident feedback regarding stormwater and tree removal concerns for the upcoming Grace Estates subdivision, alongside updates on upcoming road resurfacing and budget adjustments.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the March 16, 2026 Work Session, Avon City Council reviewed plans to create a Community Improvement Corporation and discussed upcoming road and utility projects, including Chester Road resurfacing and drainage improvements. Council also heard updates on a new community garden at the Jameson House site, planned park schedule changes, and local infrastructure updates.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
At the March 2, 2026 Work Session, Avon City Council reviewed several proposed ordinances, including the creation of a Community Improvement Corporation to help manage property and economic development. Council also discussed ongoing street lighting projects, upcoming road repairs, and new zoning requirements for subdivisions with septic systems.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
During the February 16, 2026 work session, Avon city leaders discussed purchasing real estate at Middleton Road and Pendleton Court for a second fire station and debated forming a Community Improvement Corporation to handle the future sale of the current City Hall property. Council also reviewed upcoming updates to water and sewer codes, walking path maintenance rules, and site design services for Traxler Park.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
Avon City Council reviewed a proposal for water and sewer rate increases for 2026 and 2027 during its work session on February 2, 2026. Utility officials explained that water rates would see a 2 percent increase each year, while sewer rates would increase by 6 percent annually to keep up with regional costs. Council also heard updates on the Village Project cancer support organization and discussed a resident's offer to donate land for a new fire station.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
During the January 20, 2026 work session, Avon City Council heard a presentation from Ripple Fiber regarding plans to bring high-speed fiber internet to underserved neighborhoods over the next three years. Leaders also discussed appropriations for new City Hall fixtures, Little League Park improvements, and hired outside legal counsel and architectural services for the second fire station project.
Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
During the January 5, 2026, work session, Avon City Council discussed a potential rezoning at Nagel and Chester roads and considered extending the temporary moratorium on short-term rentals while waiting for state regulations. Council also reviewed lighting standards for commercial subdivisions, a regional tactical police team agreement, and updates on the new City Hall renovation. Additionally, property owners with incomplete sidewalk requirements were warned that the city will finish the work at their expense if contractors aren't hired by spring.