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LANCASTER, OHIO
REGULAR MEETING
February 9,2026
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Pro-Temp led Council in the Pledge ofAllegiance.
CALL TO ORDER
President Pro-Temp called the meeting to order al approximately 6:30 p.m., in Council's
Chambers.
ROLL CALL
The following members ofCouncil were present:
Mr. Ailes, Mr. Bizjak, Mr. Carr, Ms. Cohen, Mrs. Hoop, Mr.
Knisley, Mr. Ogg, Mr. Schoonover and Mr. Sollie
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked that the record reflect that nine (9) members are in
attendance tonight.
Ms. Cohen made a motion to excuse Ms. Smiley from this evening's regular meeting. seconded
by Mr. Bizjak. After no discussion, the motion carried.
READING AND DISPOSING OF THE JOURNAL
Regular Meeting minutes dated January 12,2026
Tlre Clerk presented the Regular Meeling Minules datea January 12,2026.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Joumal, seconded by Mr. Ailes. After
no discussion, the motion carried.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIAI,S
.
I Email dated January 23,2026, regarding Lancaster ESID - 2025 Resolutions
to Sign, submitted by Law Director Stephanie Hall.
2. Email dated January 30, 2026, regarding2}2s Lancaster Law Director & City
Prosecutor Annual Report, submitted by Law Director Stephanie Hall.
3.
Email dated January 20,2026, regarding the February 12,2026, Planning
Commission, submitted by City Planner Chasilyn Carter.
4. Email dated January 25, 2026, regarding Legislation for January 2026,
submitted by Environmental Engineer Denise Crews.
5.
Series ofemails between Steven Garyfield, Parks Superintendent, and Council
Member Larry Ailes, dated February 2,2026. regading Legislation for Miller
Park Redevelopment.
6.
Email dated February 5, 2026, regarding Jarutary 2026 Income Tax collection

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report, submitted by Income Tax Commissioner Amy Hamilton.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Reports of City Officials, seconded by
Mr. Ailes. The motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS
l.
Email dated January 28,2076, regarding Child Abuse Prevention, submitted
by Angela Patterson.
2. Email dated January 30, 2026, regarding a public records request on
purchasing data, submitted by Justin Wenig with Star Bridge Data Hub.
l.
Email dated February 5. 2026, regarding City of Lancaster Police, submitted
by Amy Schleich.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Communications, seconded by Mr. Ailes
TIre motion carried.
SPf, CIAL PRESENTATION (Awards)
None
PETITIONS & MEMORIALS
Tlrere were no petitions or memorials this evening.
PERMISSION OF VOTERS AND TAXPAYERS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
None
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
l.
Economic Development Comminee Meeting Dates, dated January 12, 2026, submitted by Mrs.
Hoop.
2.
Safety Committee Meeting Dates, dated January 12,2026, submitted by Mr. Bizjak.
3.
Water/Water Pollution Meeting Dates, dated January 13, 2026, submitted by Mr. Ailes.
4. Finance Committee meeling agenda, dated January 14,2026, submitted by Mr.
Schoonover.
5.
Service Committee meeling dates, dated January 23,2026, submited by Mr. Knisley.
6.
Administrative Commitlee meeling dates, dated January 27,20?6, submitted by Ms.
Cohen.
7. Finance Committee meeting agenda, dated February 6, 2026, submitted by Mr.
Schoonover.
8.
Safety Committee meeting agenda, dated February 4,2026, submitted by Mr. Bizjak.
9.
Economic Development Committee meeting minutes February 9, 2026, submined by Mrs.
Hoop.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Reports of Standing Committees,
seconded by Mr. Ailes, the motion carried.
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
There were no Reports of Special Committees presenled to Council this evening.

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PUBLIC HEARING
Public Hearing regarding'l'emp Ord #l -26
President Pro-Temp Schoonover opened the public hearing.
Chasilyn Carter, City Planner. spoke on behalf of Temporary Ordinance #l-26, stating, lhe
proposed rezoning for 1560 East Main Street seeks to lransition the property from its current
designation as a Mobile Home Community to General Commercial. This change is intended
to align the site's land use with broader commercial development goals, allowing for a more
diverse range ofbusiness activities than the current residential zoning permis. By shifting to
a General Commercial classification. the property would gain the flexibility necessary to
support standard retail, service, or office-based enterprises, effectively updating its utility to
befter serve the local economic landscape.
Law Director Stephanie Hall added that the request to rezone 1560 East Main Street back
to General Commercial is primarily a corrective measure 1o address a 2023 zoning map
amendment. During that update, the parcel was changed to a Mobile Home
Community designation to match its neighbors, a move made largely to avoid spot zoning
concems at the time. However, because the property was originally zoned for commercial
use, the currenl residential reslriction prevents the owners from moving forward with their
specific development plans. Retuming the site to its previous General Commercial status will
restore its intended utility and provide the owners with the necessary regulatory fmmework to
proceed with new commercial construction.
Mr. Sollie had asked for clarification that this parcel is an empty lot currently
Law Director Hall confirmed. yes
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked for any further discussion, seeing none, the public
hearing was closed.
READING OF RESOLUTIONS
THIRD READING
None
SECOND READING
Resolution Temporary l-26 - Second Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT TO
APPLY FOR T}IE 2026.2027 DRUG USE PREVENTION GRANT
Safety Committee (Biziak/Sollie) (2 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution l-26, seconded by Mr. Sollie.
Mr. Bizjak stated that comments were made at the Finance meeting and he had nothing
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President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk ro call the roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
l-26, seconded by Mr. Sollie.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any funher discussion on the motion to pass, wi$
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 2-26 - Second Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY DEPARTMENTS TO DISPOSE OF CITY
PROPERTY NO LONGER NEEDED VIA INTERNET AUCTION IN 2026 AND
DECLARING AN EMERCENCY
Administrative seryices Committe€ (Cohen/Hoop) (2 Readings)
Ms. Cohen made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 2-26, seconded by Mrs. Hoop.
Ms. Cohen had no discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked iflhere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend canied 9-0.
Ms. Cohen made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
2-26, seconded by Mrs. Hoop.
Ms. Cohen stated that this is an annual piece of legislation that authorizes the city to dispose
of unnecessary or obsolete equipmenl through an online auction process. While the city
previously hosted in-person auctions, experience has shown that moving these sales to the
intemet is more efficient and generates higher revenue for the cily. This measure ensures lhat
outdated items are cleared out effectively while maximizing the financial return on surplus
public property.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requesled the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 3-26 - Second Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF LANCASTER TO JOIN THE
COOPERATIVE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE
EQUALIS GROUP COOPERATIVE PURCHASINC PROGRAM
Administrative services Comnritte€ (Cohen/Hoop) (2 Readings)
Ms. Cohen made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 3-26, seconded by Mrs. Hoop.
Ms. Cohen had no discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Ms. Cohen made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the writlen record Temporary Resolution
3-26, seconded by Ms. Hoop.

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Ms. Cohen clarified that the next four resolutions represent annual legislation authorizing the
cify Io join various cooperative and joint purchasing programs. These programs serve as a
statutory altemative to traditional competitive bidding, allowing the city to save both time
and money by leveraging nationwide purchasing power. While each ofthe four resolutions
involves a different organization, lhey all share the same goal, streamlining the procurement
process to secure the best possible value for the city.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 4-26 - Second Reading - Febrluary 9,2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZINC THE CITY OF LANCASTER TO PARTICIPATE IN
THE SOURCEWELL COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM
Administrative sen'ices Committee (Cohen/Ogg) (2 Readings)
Ms. Cohen made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 4-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Ms. Cohen had no discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend canied 9-0.
Ms. Cohen made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
4-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Ms. Cohen had no furlher discussion.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass. with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution T€mporary 5-26 - Second Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF LANCASTER TO PARTICIPATE IN
T}IE MASTER INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
AGREEMENT ADMINISTERED BY OMNIA PARTNERS, PUBLIC SECTOR
Administrative services Committee (Cohen/Ogg) (2 Readings)
Ms. Cohen made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 5-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Ms. Cohen had no discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any funher discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Ms. Cohen made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the wrilten record Temporary Resolution
5-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Ms. Cohen had no further discussion.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.

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Resolution Temporary 6-26 - Second Reading - February 9,2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF LANCASTER TO PARTICIPATE IN
THE STATE OF OHIO COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM
Administrative services Committee (Cohen/Ogg) (2 Readings)
Ms. Cohen made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 6-26. seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Ms. Cohen had no discussion.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend canied 9-0.
Ms. Cohen made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
6-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Ms. Cohen had no further discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass. with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 7-26 - Second Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY LAW DIRECTOR'S OFFICE TO APPLY
FOR THE VIOLENCE AGAINST Vr'OMEN ACT GRANT
Law Committee (Schoonover/Ogg) (2 Readings)
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings
olTemporary Resolution 7-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none. he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend canied &1.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary
Resolution 7-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Mr. Knisley expressed his opposition to the resolution, stating he intends to vote "no" based on several
core concems. He argued that the grant program's data collection requirements essentially turn the city
into a federal data-gathering arm. Furthermore, he raised alarms regarding due process and Second
Amendment rights, suggesting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) incentivizes policies that
can lead to the seizure of firearms before legal proceedings are finalized. Finally, Mr. Knisley noted
that his research indicates the program imposes specific DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and
gender identity requirements on the city, which he finds objectionable.
Law Director Hall clarified that the non-discrimination clause in the VAWA grant simply ensures that
all individuals have equal access lo funded services, rather than imposing broad social mandates.
Regarding the seizure of firearms, Hall emphasized that due process is always maintained; receipts are
issued for any confiscated weapons, and they are returned if no conviction occurs. She further asserted
that while her office and the courts prioritize public safety by restricting firearm access for those
convicted ofdomestic violence, this policy is a function of local law enforcement and the Law
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Mr. Schoonoyer framed lhe issue as a practical budgetary necessity, noting that the grant funds are
vital for covering the cost ofa city prosecutor. Drawing from daily police reporrs, he highlighted a
significant and "shocking" volume ofdomestic violence calls in Lancaster, particularly during the
winter months when people are confined indoors. Regardless ofthe broader policy debates, he argued
that since these crimes are actively occurring and being committed by both men and women, the city
musl secure available funding to effectively prosecute these cases and manage the legal workload.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 8-1.
Resolution Temporary 8-26 - Second Reading - February 9, 2026
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR
PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2025 IN THE
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING FUND (7030)
Water/Water Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Bizjak) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 8-26, seconded by Mr. Bizjak.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion lo suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Ailes made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution 8-
26, seconded by Mr. Bizjak.
Mr. Ailes noted that if there were ary questions, Steven Wellstead the Storm Water Manager
was in the audience to answer.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass canied 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 9-26 - Second Reading - Febru.ary 9,2026
A RESOLUTION TO SET A 2026 REVENUE AND EXPENSE BUDGET IN THE
WATER CONSTRUCTION FL,TND (6026), WATER UTILITY RESERVE FLND (6027),
WASTEWATER UTILITY RESERVE FUND (6029), AND WASTEWATER
CONSTRUCTION FUND (6030). AMEND THE CERTIFICATES WITH THE COUNTY
AUDITOR, AND AUTHORIZE THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR PAYMENTS
OF BILLS
Water/Water Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes made a motion to amend Temporary Resolution 9-26 by replacing it with
Temporary Resolution 9-26* rvhich was presented to the clerk in writing before tonight's
meeting, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere was any funher discussion on the motion to replace,
with there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The Motion to replace canied 9-0.
Mr. Ailes made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 9-26*, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to callthe roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Ailes made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
9-26*, seconded by Ms. Cohen.

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Mr. Ailes had no further discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 10-26 - Second Reading - February 9,2026
A RESOLUTION TO SET A 2026 REVENUE AND EXPENSE BUDGET IN THE
STORMWATER UTILITY RESERVE FUND (60I9), AMEND THE CERTIFICATE WITH
THE COUNTY AUDITOR, AND AUTHORIZE THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Water/Water Pollrtion Control Committee (Ailes/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes made a motion to amend Temporary Resolulion 9-26 by replacing it with
Temporary Resolution l0-26+ rvhich was presented to the clerk in rvriting before tonight's
meeting, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere was any further discussion on the motion to replace,
with there being none, he requested the Clerk lo call the roll. The Motion to replace canied 9-0.
Mr. Ailes made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution l0-26*, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked iflhere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to callthe roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr, Ailes made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon lhe writlen record Temporary Resolution
l0-26*, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, wilh
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
FIRST READING
Resolution Temporary I l-26 - First Rcading - Februar! 9,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PURCHASE
ROCK SALT FOR THE 2026-2027 WINTER SEASON
Public Works Committee (Carr/Sollie) (2 Readings)
Mr. Carr indicated that this is the first of two readings.
Resolutiotr Temporary l2-26 - First Rerding - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE FOR
BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CHEMICALS FOR USE BY
THE DIVISION OF WATER
Watcr/Water Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes indicated that this is the first of two readings.

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Resolution Temporary l3-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE-SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE FOR
BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF PIPES AND FITTINGS FOR
USE BY T}IE DIVISION OF WATER
Water/Water Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes indicated thal this is lhe first of two readings.
Resolution Temporary l4-26 - First Reading - February 9,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND 2025 APPROPRIATION BUDGETS AND AMEND THE
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATIONS WITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR IN THE gSCROW
FUND (8060) DUE TO A PARTIAL DRAW FOR TIIE NORTH WATER TREATMENT PLANT
REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Finance Committee (Schoonover/Sollie) (2 Readings)
Mr. Schoonover indicated that this is the first of two readings.
Resolution Temporary li26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFEry DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT BUREAU
OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION SAFETY INTERVENTION GRANT FUNDS. TO INCREASE
RECEIPTS, APPROPzuATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED BALANCE AND AMEND THE
CERTIFICATE OF OTHER SOURCES AND APPROPRIATIONS WITH THE COUNTY
AUDITOR IN THE .I5 FIRE LEVY FUND (2046) AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY
Safety Committee (Ogg/Schoonover) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ogg indicated that this is the first of two readings.
Resolution Temporary 16-26 - First Reading - February 9,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO
GRANT AGREEMENTS AND TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH VARIOUS
CONSULTANTS FOR THE PROJECT KNOWN AS THE EASTSIDE INDUSTRIAL
CONNECTOR PROJECT
Public Works Committee (Carrlsmiley) (2 Readings)
Mr. Carr indicated that this is the first of two readings.
Resolution Temporary l7-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE RECEIPTS. APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE, AND AMEND THE CERTIFICATE WITH THE COL]NTY AUDITOR IN THE
WASTE WATER REPLACEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT FUND (6023), AND TO ISSUE THEN
AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR THE PAYMENT OF BILLS
Water/Water Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Bizjak) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes indicated that this is the first of two readings
Resolution Temporary l8-26 - First Reading - Febrtary 9,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CERTIFICATE WITH TLIE COLINTY AUDITOR,
APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED BALANCE, INCREASE RECEIPTS, AND
COMPLETE A FLND-TO-FLND TRANSFER IN THE WASTE WATER FUND (6004) AND IN
THE WASTE WATER UTILITY RESERVE FUND (6029)
\4 ater/Water Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Bizjak) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes indicated thal this is the first of two readings.

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Resolution Temporary l9-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED BALANCE AND AMEND
THE CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATIONS WITH THE COI.JNTY AUDITOR IN THE WASTE
WATER REPLACEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT FUND (6023) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE
ISSUANCE OF THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR PAYMENT OF BILLS
Water/Wster Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ailes indicated that this is the first of two readings.
Resolution Temporary 20-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SERVICE-SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH EMH&T FOR DESIGN SERVICES. TO APPROPRIATE FROM THE
UNENCUMBERED BALANCE. AND AMEND THE CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATIONS
WITH THE COLNTY AUDITOR IN THE PARKS AND RECREATION FI,IND (20I2)
Service Committee (Knisley/Hoop) (2 Readings)
Mr. Knisley indicated that this is the first of two readings
Resolution Temporary 2l-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE AND DECREASE APPROPzuATIONS IN THE WASTE
WATER UTILITY RESERVE FLND (6029), AMEND THE CERTIFICATES WITH THE COUNTY
AUDITO& AND AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Watern ater Pollution Control Committee (Ailes/Bizjak) (l Reading)
Mr. Ailes made a molion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 21-26, seconded by Mr. Bizjak.
Mr. Ailes had no discussion.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Ailes made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
2l-26, seconded by Mr. Bizjak.
Mr. Ailes stated that Curtis Withem was in the audience if anyone had and questions.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 22-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR
PAYMENT OF A BILL FOR CONTRACT SERVICES
Finarce Committee (Schoonover/Ailes) (l Relding)
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings
of Temporary Resolution 22-26, seconded by Mr. Ailes.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any funher discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary
Resolution 22-26, seconded by Mr. Ailes.

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Mr. Schoonover had no discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any funher discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0.
Resolution Temporary 23-26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE RECEIPTS, APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE. AMEND THE CERTIFICATE WITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR IN THE .45 POLICE
& FIRE LEVY FUIID (2047) FOR CPT STATE GRANT REIMBURSEMENT
Safety Committee (Bizjak/Sollie) (3 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak indicated this is the first of three readings
Resolution Temporary 2+26 - First Reading - February 9, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATE FOR THE PAYMENT OF
AN INVOICE FROM ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT FOR LANCASTER POLICE
DEPARTMENT VEHICLE LEASES IN TTIE GENERAL FT'ND ( IOO I ) AND TO DECLARE AN
EMERGENCY
Safety Committee (Bizjak/Ogg) (l Reading)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 24-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspcnd carried 9-0.
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
24-26, seconded by Mr. Ogg.
Mr. Bizjak clarified that lhis legislation authorizes the Lancaster Police Department to fund
the lease agreement for its fleet of unmarked vehicles. As previously discussed in the Finance
Committee, the resolution ensures the department has the necessary budgel to maintain these
specific operational vehicles for continued use within the city.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to callthe roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0,
READING OF ORDINANCES
THIRD RE4DING
None
SECOND READING
Ordinance Temporary l-26 - Second Reading - February 9,2026
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY OF LANCASTER ZONING MAP TO
CHANCE THE ZONINC OF 0.49 +/. ACRES IDENTIFIED AS FAIRFIELD COUNTY
AUDITOR TAX PARCEL NUMBER 0535OO59OO FROM MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY
DISTRICT TO COMMERCIAL GENERAL DISTRICT
Code Enforcement & Zoning Committee (Sollie/Knisley) (2 Readings) - Requires public
hearing
Mr. Sollie made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third reading ofTemporary
Ordinance l-26, seconded by Mr. Knisley.

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President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend canied 9-0.
Mr. Sollie made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Ordinance
l-26, seconded by Mr. Knisley.
Mr. Sollie had no further discussion
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being noD, he requested the Clerk to callthe roll. The motion to pass carried 9-0,
FIRST READING
Ordinance Temporary 2-26 - First Reading - February 9,2026
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ACQUIRE PERMANENT AND
TEMPORARY RIGHT.OF-WAY AS NECESSARY FOR THE MEMORIAL, PIERCE, WHITTIER
NEW SIDEWALKS PROJECT KNOWN AS THE FAI-CR 33/MR 70505.4.93/I.09 PROJECT
Public Works Committee (Carr/Bizjak) (2 Readings)
Mr. Carr indicated that this is the firsl of lwo readings.
Ordinance Temporary 3-26 - First Reading - February 9,2026
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND PERMANENT ORDINANCE 63-25. THE MANAGEMENT PAY
ORDINANCE, AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY
Finance Committee (Schoonover/Ailes) ( I Reading)
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings
of Temporary Ordinance 3-26, seconded by Mr. Ailes.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with
there being none, he requested the Clerk to callthe roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary
Ordinance 3-26, seconded by Mr. Ailes.
President Pro-Temp Schoonover asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with
there being non, he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass caried 9-0.
TABLED LEGISLATION
None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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NEW BTISINESS
Commiftee Updates - None
Economic Development Committee - Mrs. Hoop
Water & Water Pollution Committee - Mr. Ailes
Finance Committee - Mr. Schoonover
Public Works Committee - Mr. Carr
Law Committee - Ms. Smiley
Service Committee - Mr. Knisley
Administrative Services Committee - Ms. Cohen
Safety Committee - Mr. Bizjak
Code Enforcement & Zoning Committee - Mr. Sollie
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next Regular Sessions of Council:
l.
February 23'd,2026, at 6:30 p.m. - Council Chambers
2.
March 9th, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. - Council Chambers
Upcoming Special Meetings:
None
Upcoming Committee Meetings for the next 30 days:
l. Service Committee meeting February 12tr..2026, at 7:30 a.m. - 1897 Conference
Room - City Hall
2. Water / Water Pollution Committee meeting February I3'h,2026, at 7:30 a.m. -
1897 Conference Room - City Hall
3. Administrative Committee meeting February l3'h, 2026, at I :00 p.m. - 1897
Conference Room - City Hall
4. Public Works Commiftee meeting February 20th, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. - 1897
Conference Room - City Hall
5. Law Committee meeting February 20'h, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. - 1897 Conference
Room - City Hall
READINC OF BILLS
MNCO - $70.63 for publication of resolution PR 2-26
ProForma - Invoice to be received - for legislation books
EXECUTryE SESSION
There were no requests for the Executive Session this evening.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to adjoum, seconded by Mr. Ailes. Motion carried with one
nay. The adj appr ly '7 nt.
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nltra Scott. Clerk of il