Meeting recap City Council - Work Sessions
Avon City Council Discusses Proposed Data Center Moratorium and Grace Estates Subdivision
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.
Highlights
- Council considered a temporary moratorium on the future development of data centers due to infrastructure concerns.
- Residents raised flooding and tree removal concerns regarding the 12-home Grace Estates subdivision.
- Budget amendments were discussed, including funds for a new City Hall backup generator and ladder truck repairs.
- Plans were reviewed for upcoming 2026 pavement marking, resurfacing, and sidewalk programs.
Ordinances & resolutions
| Number | Subject | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinance No. 19-26 | To amend the Planning and Zoning Code Section 1262.07(e)(3) as it relates to the Western Reserve Development Design and Improvement Standards | third of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 20-26 | To amend the Planning and Zoning Code Section 1246.05(b)(2) as it relates to walking paths and trails | third of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 21-26 | To accept improvements in the Villas at Chester Commons for the construction/installation of public utilities and appurtenances thereto | third of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 27-26 | To amend Ordinance No. 110-14 establishing compensation for the part-time, unclassified position of project manager for the City of Avon | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 28-26 | To amend Ordinance No. 5-19 establishing compensation for the full-time, unclassified position of grounds manager for the City of Avon | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 29-26 | To amend Ordinance No. 74-18 establishing compensation for the full-time, unclassified position of assistant superintendent of streets for the City of Avon | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 30-26 | Amending Section 256.04 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Avon to reclassify the full-time position of assistant superintendent of utilities | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 31-26 | To amend Ordinance No. 66-20 establishing compensation for the full-time, unclassified position of assistant superintendent of utilities for the City of Avon | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 32-26 | To amend Ordinance No. 70-20 establishing compensation for the full-time, unclassified position of superintendent of streets for the City of Avon | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 33-26 | To amend Ordinance No. 65-20 establishing compensation for the full-time, unclassified position of superintendent of utilities for the City of Avon | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 34-26 | Authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement to develop property with R-7 Motors, Inc. | second of three readings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| Ordinance No. 36-26 | To amend and supplement appropriations Ordinance No. 106-25 | discussed |
| Ordinance No. 37-26 | Imposing a temporary moratorium on future development of data centers in the City of Avon | discussed |
| Ordinance No. 38-26 | To authorize the final plat and subdivider's agreement for Grace Estates Subdivision | discussed |
| Ordinance No. 39-26 | Authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with K.E. McCartney & Associates to perform construction administration & inspection services for the Chester Road resurfacing project also known as LOR MR 4313-0.33 (PID 120604) | discussed |
| Ordinance No. 40-26 | Authorizing the disposal of municipal property | discussed |
| Resolution No. R-5-26 | Declaring it necessary to construct concrete sidewalks to complete the 2026 sidewalk program | discussed |
| Resolution No. R-6-26 | To advertise for bids for the 2026 pavement marking program | discussed |
| Resolution No. R-7-26 | To advertise for bids for the 2026 pavement resurfacing program | discussed |
| Resolution No. R-8-26 | Authorizing the Director of Finance to enter into a lease agreement with Huntington Public Capital Corporation | discussed |
| Resolution No. R-9-26 | To authorize the Mayor to participate in a cooperative purchasing program with the Ohio Department of Transportation, winter contract for road salt | discussed |