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LAI\ICASTER, OHIO
REGULARMEETING
February 23, 2026
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Porter led Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
CALL TO ORDER
President Porter called the meeting to order al approximately 6:30 p.m., in Council's Chambers.
ROLL CALL
The following members ofCouncil were presenl:
Mr. Bizjak, Mr. Carr, Ms. Cohen, Mrs. Hoop, Mr. Knisley, Mr.
Ogg, Mr. Schoonover, Ms. Smiley and Mr. Sollie
President Porter asked that the record reflect that nine (9) members are in attendance tonight.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to excuse Mr. Ailes 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 February 9,2026
The Clerk presented the Regular Meeting Minutes datea February 9,2026.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Joumal, seconded by Mr. Bizjak. After
no discussion, the motion carried.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIALS
1. Email dated February 12, 2026. regarding Homeowner Rehabilitation
Assistance, submitted by Crants Manager Michelle McCrady.
2.
Emaif dated February 12.2026, regarding BWC City of Lancaster Employer
Spotlight - Winter 2026, submitted by Service Safety Director Carrie Woody.
3.
Email dated February 17. 2026, regarding Tree Commission Appointments,
submitted by Mayor Don McDaniel.
4. Email dated February 19,2026, regarding 2026 CDBC Public Notice of
Funding Availability, submitted by Crants Manager Michelle McCrady.
5.
Email dated February 21.2026, regarding introduced Temporary Resolutions
28-?6 and 29-26. submitted by Stormwater Manager Steven Wellstead.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Reports of City Officials, seconded by
Mr. Bizjak. The motion carried.

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COMMUNICATIONS
l.
Email dated February 11,2026, regarding Agreements and Draft Agreements,
submitted by Meg Fruth.
2. Series of emails dated February l8 & 19,2026, regarding a public records
request on 2021-2023 North East Gas Main Replacement, submitted by Mark
Zurada and responded by Kurtis Waite.
3.
Email dated February 20,2026, regarding Health Department Annual Report,
submitted by Joe Ebel, Fairfield County Health Commissioner.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Communications, seconded by Mr
Bizjak. The motion carried.
SPECIAL PRESENTATTON (Awards)
None
PETITIONS & I\1f MORIALS
There were no petilions or memorials this evening
PI]RMISSION OF VOTERS ANI) T'AXPAYt]RS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
None
STANDING COMMITTEE REPOITTS
l.
Water/Water Pollution Meeting agenda, dated February 10, 7026, submitted by Mr.
Ailes.
2. Service Committee meeting agenda, dated February 10, 2026, submined by Mr.
Knisley.
3.
Administrative Committee meeting agenda, dated February 11,2026, submitted by
Ms. Cohen.
4.
Water/Water Pollution Meeting revised meeting schedule, dated February 13,2026,
submitted by Mr. Ailes.
5.
Safety Comminee meeting minutes, dated February 16,2026, submitted by Mr. Bizjak.
6.
Public Works Committee agenda, dated February 21, 2026, submitted by Mr. Carr and Charles
Mullett, LDOT Operations Manager.
7.
Law Committee meeting agenda, dated February 17, 2026, submitted by Ms. Smiley and Law
Director Stephanie Hall.
8. Administrative Committee meeting minutes, dated February lg, 2026, submitted by
Ms. Cohen.
9.
Finance Committee meeting agenda, dated February 20, 2026, submitted by Mr.
Schoonover.
10. Finance Committee meeting minutes, dated February 20, 2026, submitted by Mr.
Schoonover.
I l. Public Works Committee meeling schedule, dated February 23,20?6, submitted by
Mr. Carr.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to receive and file the Reports of Standing Committees,
seconded by Mr. Bizjak, the motion carried.

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REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
There were no Reports of Special Committees presented to Council this evening
PUBLIC HEARING
None
READING OF RESOLUTIONS
THIRD READING
None
SECOND READING
Resolution Temporary I l-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO AN
ACREEMENT 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 made a motion to suspend lhe rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution I l-26, seconded by Mr. Sollie.
President Porter 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. Carr made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
ll-26, seconded by Mr. Sollie.
Mr. Carr explained that this is a routine, annual piece of Iegislation that aulhorizes the city to
enter into purchase agreemenls with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) for the
procurement of rock sah.
President Porter 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.
Resolution Temporary l2-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE FOR
BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CHEMICALS FOR USE BY
TIJE DIVISION OF WATER
rr\.ater/Water Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak made a molion to suspend lhe rules and waive the third readings of Temporary
Resolution l2-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Porter 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. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
l2-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.

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Mr. Bizjak explained that this is allowing the Service Safety Director to enter into a contract
for purchase of chemicals by the Water Department.
President Porter 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 canied 9-0.
Resolution Temporary l3-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE TOR
BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF PIPES AND FITTINGS FOR
USE BY THE DIVISION OF WATER
!*'ater/Water Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third readings ofTemporary
Resolution l3-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Porter 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. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
l3-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion.
President Porter asked ifthere is any furlher 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 l4-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND 2025 APPROPRIA'I'ION BUDGETS AND AMEND THE
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIA'TIONS WITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR IN THE ESCROW
I]UND (8060) DUE TO A PARTIAI, DRAW FOR THE NORTH WATER TREATMENT PLANT
REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Finance Committee (Schoonovcr/Sollie) (2 Readings)
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third readings of
Temporary Resolution l4-26, seconded by Mr. Sollie.
President Porter 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. Schoonover made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written rgcord Temporary
Resolution l4-26, seconded by Mr. Sollie.
Mr. Schoonover had no discussion
President Porter asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to pass, with th€re being non,
he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass canied 9-0,

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Resolution Temporary l5-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE SERVICE.SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT BUREAU
OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION SAFETY INTERVENTION GRANT FUNDS. TO INCREASE
RECEIPTS, APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED BALANCE AND AMEND THE
CERTIFICATE OF OTHER SOURCES AND APPROPRIATIONS WITH THE COUNry
AUDITOR IN THE.I5 FIRE LEVY FUND (2046) AND TO DECLARE AN EMERCENCY
Safety Committee (Ogg/Schoonover) (2 Readings)
Mr. Ogg made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third readings of Temporary
Resolution l5-26, seconded by Mr. Schoonover.
Mr. Ogg held his discussion.
President Porter 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 8-0-l abstained.
Mr. Ogg made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution l5-
26, seconded by Mr. Schoonover.
Mr. Ogg had asked Chief Slade Schultz to approach Council to further explain the details of
the presented grant.
Chief Schultz explained that this legislalion authorizes the fire departmenl to accept a
matching safety intervention grant. The funds will be used to purchase a Lucas chest
compression device, which will be deployed on a frontline unit to enhance emergency life-
saving services for the community.
Mr. Ogg requested clarification on the funding split, asking ifthe fire department is
responsible for covering the remaining 50olo ofthe costs not covered by the grant.
ChiefSchultz clarified that the cost ofthe equipmenl is being split roughly in halfbetween
the grant and the city's budget. He explained that the city is eligible for up to $40,000 in
safety intervention grants every three years; having previously utilized a portion ofthat
allotment in 2024, approximately S 10,800 remained available for this project. Although the
required local match is typically higher. these remaining funds significantly supplemenled the
purchase, and the Chief expressed gratitude for the financial support that allows the
department to secure vital equipmenl for the community.
Mr. Ogg asked ifthis ends the three years and lhen willthere be another three-year
application coming up next year.
Chief Schultz agreed to investigate when tlre cycle will begin again.
President Porter 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 8-0-l abstained,

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Resolution Temporary 1626 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
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 made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third readings ofTemporary
Resolution l6-26, seconded by Ms. Smiley.
Mr. Carr stated that the City Engineer, Curt Shonk had spoke during the February 9,2026
meeting and he had no funher discussion.
President Porter asked ifthere is any further discussion on the motion to suspend, with there being
none, he requested the Clerk to calllhe roll. The motion to suspend carried 9-0.
Mr. Carr made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution l6-
26, seconded by Ms. Smiley.
President Porter 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 l7-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE RECEIPTS. APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERI]T)
BALANCE, AND AMEND THE CERTIFICA'IE WI'IH THE COUNTY AUDITOR IN THE
WASTE WATER REPLACEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT FUND (6023), AND TO ISSUE THEN
AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR I'HE PAYMENT OF BILLS
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'ater/Water Pollution Control Committee (llizjak/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive lhe third readings ofTemporary
Resolution l7-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Porter 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. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
l7-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion.
President Porter 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.
Resolution Temporary l8-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CERTIFICATE WITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR,
APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED BALANCE. INCREASE RECEIPTS, AND
COMPLETE A FUND-TO-FUND TRANSFER IN THE WASTE WATER FUND (6004) AND IN
TI-IE WASTE WATER UTILITY RESERVE FUND (6029)
rll ater/Water Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third readings ofTemporary
Resolution l8-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.

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President Porter 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. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
| 8-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion.
President Porter 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 l9-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO APPROPRIATE FROM THE LNENCUMBERED BALANCE AND AMEND
THE CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATIONS WITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR IN THE WASTE
\I'ATER RTPLACEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT FUND (6023) AND TO AUTHOzuZE THE
ISSUANCE OF THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR PAYMENT OF BILLS
\l ater/tlt'ater Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (2 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend lhe rules and waive the third readings of Temporary
Resolution l9-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Plesident Porter asked ifthere is any further discussion on the nrotion to susp€nd, with there being
none. he requested the Clerk to call the roll. The motion to suspend canied 9-0.
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
l9-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion.
President Porter 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 20-26 - Second Reading - February 23,2026
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 OI.' APPROPRIATIONS
\\'ITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR IN THE PARKS AND RECREATION FUND (20I2)
Service Committee (Knisley/Hoop) (2 Readings)
Mr. Knisley made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the third readings ofTemporary
Resolution 20-26, seconded by Mrs. Hoop.
Mr. Knislev held discussions
President Porler 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, Knisley made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
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Mr. Knisley explained that this resolution authorizes a contracl with EMH&T for professional
design services. These services will support the first phase of the Miller Park redevelopment
project, managed through the Parks Department, to begin the transformation and
improvement of lhe park facilities.
President Porter 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 23-26 - Second Reading - February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE RECEIPTS, APPROPRIATE FROM THE UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE, AMEND THE CERTIFICATE WITH THE COL,NTY AUDITOR IN THE.45 POLICE
& FIRE LEVY FTJND (2047) FOR CPT STATE GRANT REIMBURSEMENT
Safetv Committee (Bizjak/Sollie) (3 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak indicated this is the second ofthree readings.
President Porter noted that the council is transitioning into first readings for legislation
introduced following the snowstorm delay. He clarified that, unlike the items fast-tracked
earlier, these pieces will typically follow the standard three-reading process. Consequently,
there will be fewer requests for emergency designations or molions Io suspend the rules
during this portion ofthe agenda
FIRST READING
Resolution Temporary 2$26 - First Reading - February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO ACCEPT A NORTHEAST
OHIO PUBLIC ENERGY COUNCIL 2026 ENERGIZED COMMUNITY CRANT
Finance Committee (Schoonover/Ailes) (3 Rcadings)
Mr. Schoonover indicated this is the first ofthree readings.
Resolution Temporary 2G26 - First Reading - February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE T}IEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES FOR THE PAYMENT OF
BILLS IN THE WATER REVENUE FUND (6003) AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY
rrl ater/Water Pollution Control Comminee (Bizjak/Cohen) (l Reading)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolulion 26-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Porler 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, Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
26-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion.
President Porter asked ifthere is any funher discussion on the motion to pass, with there being non,
he requested lhe Clerk to call the roll. The motion to pass canied 9-0.

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Resolution Temporary 27-26 - First Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE AND DECREASE APPROPRIATIONS IN THE WATER
REVENUE FLND (6003) TO COVER A SHORTFALL IN THE RETIREMENT BENEFITS
ACCOUNT
rll'ater/Water Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (3 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak indicated this is the first of three readings.
Resolution Temporary 28-26 - First Reading - February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE l'HE SERVICE-SAFETY DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR TTIE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FREDERICK STREET SEWER SEPARATION
PROJECT
Water/Water Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (3 Readings)
Mr. Bizjak indicated this is the first ofthree readings
Resolution Temporary 29-26 - First Reading - February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT AN
APPLICATION TO RECEIVE TECHNICAL DESIGN AND/OR FUNDING ASSISTANCE FROM
THE NATIONAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION SERVICE (*NRCS") FOR THE PLANNINC,
DESIGN AND/OR CONSTRUCTION OF A STREAM BANK STABILIZATION/RESTORATION
PROJECT TO PROTECT SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM INFRASTRUCTURE, TO EXECUTE
CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS AS REQUIRED AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY
Water/Water Pollution Control Committee (Bizjak/Cohen) (l Reading)
Mr. Bizjak made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Resolution 29-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
President Porter 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. Bizjak made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the written record Temporary Resolution
29-26, seconded by Ms. Cohen.
Mr. Bizjak had no discussion.
President Porter 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 30-26 - First Reading - February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATE FOR PAYMENT OF AN
AEP ELECTRIC BILL FOR STREET LIGHTING IN T}IE GENERAL FUND (IOOI) AND TO
DECLARE AN EMERGENCY
Financc Committee (Schoonover/Sollie) (2 Rcadings)
Mr. Schoonover indicated this is thc llrst oftwo readinss.
Resolution Temporary 3l-26 - First Reading - February 23,2026
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE AND DECREASE APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GENERAL
FUND ( I OO I ) TO COVER A LNIFORM ALLOWANCE FOR A RECENT PROMOTION WITHIN
THE LANCASTER FIRE DEPARTMENT AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY
Safety Committee (Bizjak/Ogg) (3 Re{dings)
Mr. Bizjak indicated this is the first of three readings

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READING OF ORDINANCES
THIRD READING
None
SECOND READING
Ordinance Temporary 2-26 - Second Reading - Febrruary 23,2026
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE TTIE MAYOR TO ACQUIRE PERMANENT AND
TEMPORARY RIGHT-OF-WAY AS NECESSARY FOR THE MEMORIAL, PIERCE, WHITTIER
NEW SIDEWALKS PROJECT KNOWN AS THE FAI-CR 3]/MR 70505.4.93/I.09 PROJECT
Public Works Committee (Carr/Bizjak) (2 Readirgs)
Mr. Carr made a motion to suspend the rules and waive the second and third readings of
Temporary Ordinance 2-26, seconded by Mr. Bizjak.
President Porter 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 canied 9-0.
Mr. Carr made a motion to pass, engross, and enter upon the wrinen record Temporary Ordinance 2-
26, seconded by Mr. Bizjak.
Mr. Carr explained that this legislation addresses the acquisition or management ofthe right-of-way
necessary for upcoming sidewalk improvements in the Memorial Drive vicinity.
President Porter 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 canied 9-0.
FIRST READING
Ordinance Temporary 4-26 - First Reading - Februa ry 23,2026
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TTIE MAYOR TO GRANT FOUR PERMANENT
SUPPLEMENTAL EASEMENTS TO THE OHIO POWER COMPANY NECESSARY FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRIC FACILITIES AND TO DECLARE AN
EMERGENCY
Law Committee (Smiley/Carr) (3 Readings)
Ms. Smiley indicated that this is the first ofthree readings
TABLED LEGISLATION
None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None

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NEW BTJSINESS
Mayor - appointees for Tree Commission
David Burt
Mike Zawisla
Makaila Tussing
Mayor McDaniel welcomed the five new council members by providing an overview
oflhe city's l5 boards, commissions, and committees, which range from advisory
groups Io decision-making bodies. Highlighting the vital role ofcitizen volunteers,
the Mayor specifically detailed the Tree Commission, an advisory board dedicated to
maintaining a sustainable urban forest. He recommended the reappointment of David
Bun (Chair) and Mike Zawisla. while introducing Makaila Tussing to fill a vacancy
left by Ron Harvey. All three nominees will serve four-year terms, providing
technical expertise and a shared passion for Lancaster's environmenlal health.
President Porter for a motion to appoint the listed individuals to the Tree
Commission.
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to appoint the listed individuals to the Tree
Commission, seconded by Mr. Bizjak. Motion canied.
Commiltee 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. March gth,2026, at 6:30 p.m. -Council Chambers
2.
March 23'r,2026, at 6:30 p.m. -Council Chambers
Upcoming Special Meetings:
None
Upcoming Committee Meetings for the next 30 days:
l. Safety Committee April 3rd, 2026, aI 8:00 a.m. - 1897 Conference Room - City
Hall
2. Water/water Pollution Control Committee April l0'h, 20?6, at 7:30 a.m. 1897
Conference Room - City Hall
3. Law Committee meeting April 176,2026,a|l2:30p.m.- 1897 Conference Room
- City Hall
4. Economic Development meeting April 306, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. - 1897 Conference
Room - City Hall

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READING OF BILLS
MNCO - $82.74 - for publication of resolution PO l-26 &PO2-26
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Mr. Bizjak. Motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
There were no requests for the Executive Session this evening.
President Porter took this time at the upcoming council meeling on March 9th, he will
reintroduce committee updates during the "new business" portion of the agenda, as this ilem
was temporarily suspended while members settled into their roles. Additionally, the meeting,
will feature a presentation coordinated with the Service Safety Director and Steve Gayfield
focused on tree-related initialives related to Arbor Day. Council members should be prepared
to provide status reports on their respective committees as lhe meeling schedule retums to its
standard fonnat.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Schoonover made a motion to adjoum, sec by Mr. Bizjak. Motion carried. The
m at tel ,)
Scott. Clerk of iI