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.
At the September 9, 2026 meeting, the Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission discussed new updates regarding the Colvin Sweet Home, where Petros Homes may invest funds to renovate the house in its current location rather than relocating it. Commissioners also reviewed a letter from the Ohio History Connection declining their recent historical marker application for the Avon Center Cemetery and talked about potential City Charter revisions to help protect historic properties in the future.
At the September 8, 2026 Avon Civil Service Commission meeting, officials reviewed and updated eligibility lists for clerical, laborer, police, and fire positions. Several candidates were removed from active lists due to expired applications, unresponsiveness, or accepting jobs elsewhere, opening up opportunities for new applicants to be contacted.
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.
Sep 8, 2026
Meeting recap City Council - Regular and Special Meetings
During a special meeting on September 8, 2026, the Avon City Council approved a change order for the Mills Road resurfacing project to include extra asphalt work in North Ridgeville. Council members also rejected current bids for the French Creek Greenway Phase 1 project and immediately voted to re-advertise for new bids.
Sep 8, 2026
Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals
At the September 2, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved several property variances for residents and businesses. Homeowners received approval for a freestanding pavilion, a covered patio with a setback variance, an 18,000-kilowatt generator, and a reduced side yard setback for a driveway alongside a detached garage. Additionally, a business secured a variance for wall signage along Interstate 90.
At the August 19, 2026 meeting, the Avon Planning Commission approved a special use permit and general development plan for the Cleveland Clinic Foundation's expansion at 33100 Just Imagine Drive, which includes a second bed tower and parking improvements. Commissioners also approved a final development plan for a 15,206 square-foot All Around Children daycare facility on the same road. Additionally, a final plat for the Westhaven Estates residential subdivision was declared a first presentation and delayed due to outstanding engineering comments.
At the August 12, 2026 meeting, the Avon Tree Commission discussed ongoing plans for the upcoming Arbor Day event, including scavenger hunt details, promotional signage, and educational activities. Members also reviewed a tree inventory project showing about 650 cataloged trees east of Nagel Road, established an application deadline of September 4th to fill a commission vacancy, and explored partnerships for free oak saplings.
At the August 12, 2026 meeting, the Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission discussed possible relocation sites for the historic Colvin Sweet Home to save it from demolition. Commissioners explored moving the house to a Zbin property on Detroit Road or an Avon Village property owned by local preservationist Ron Larson. The Commission also reviewed questions surrounding the City Charter's six-month demolition delay period and upcoming input for the 2027 Charter Review Commission.
Aug 12, 2026
Meeting recap City Council - Regular and Special Meetings
At the August 10, 2026 meeting, Avon City Council took action on several items affecting local roads and businesses. Leaders advanced a joint road resurfacing project with North Ridgeville and approved permits for outdoor seating at a coffee shop, a credit union drive-thru, and a medical office expansion. Council also discussed rising concerns regarding e-bike safety and planned upcoming committee meetings.
Aug 10, 2026
Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals
At the August 5, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals reviewed several requests from residents for property variances. Homeowners received approval for projects including a new deck, driveway extensions, a generator installation, and a home and garage addition.
At the August 3, 2026, Civil Service Commission meeting, commissioners certified a new police officer entrance list featuring 57 candidates. Police and fire officials also shared staffing updates, noting upcoming retirements and ongoing efforts to fill open positions without lowering department standards.
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.
Aug 3, 2026
Meeting recap City Council - Regular and Special Meetings
During a special meeting on August 3, 2026, the Avon City Council approved a contract to resurface Mills Road. They also authorized participation in the Lorain County Urban County Community Development Block Grant program.
During the July 15, 2026 Planning Commission meeting, local leaders gave the green light to plans for a new fire station on Middleton Road and an expansion at the University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center. You'll also see updates coming for Biggby Coffee's outdoor seating area, while discussions on a commercial rezoning request and zoning code changes for fueling stations and multi-family housing were moved along for future review.
Jul 15, 2026
Meeting recap City Council - Regular and Special Meetings
At the July 13, 2026 meeting, Avon City Council voted to move ahead with bidding for an Avon-only portion of the Mills Road resurfacing project after joint plans with North Ridgeville stalled. Council also reviewed conceptual plans for the Traxler Family Arboretum, heard updates on e-bike safety and sidewalk enforcement, and approved zoning changes and local donation agreements.
At the July 8, 2026 meeting, the Avon Tree Commission reviewed landscape plans for the Traxler Arboretum, discussed upcoming asphalt paths and a pedestrian bridge, and reviewed proposed updates to the city's tree ordinance. Commissioners also planned a more challenging Arbor Day scavenger hunt and said goodbye to departing member Megan Engelmann.
At the July 8, 2026, Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission meeting, members discussed a potential landmark nomination for the 1965 Avon Plaza. You'll also find updates on cemetery cleaning plans and Wreaths Across America preparations.
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.
Jul 6, 2026
Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals
At the July 1, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals heard several requests for driveway extensions, deck and fence variances, and a lot split. The board approved multiple driveway extensions and fence easement requests, but denied a 15-foot setback variance for a proposed Sprouts Farmers Market after hearing concerns about traffic safety and visual impacts. They also denied a 0% opacity fence variance for a local resident.
Jul 1, 2026
Meeting recap City Council - Regular and Special Meetings
At the June 22, 2026 meeting, Avon City Council heard passionate resident concerns regarding e-bike safety and reckless riding, with officials noting that additional regulations will be discussed at the July Work Session. Council also extended several temporary moratoriums on senior living facilities, short-term rentals, and car washes, and approved property and liability insurance renewals.
