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  1. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Auditor to appropriate and expend up to $4,598,972.20 within the Debt Retirement Fund for reimbursement to The RiverSouth Authority to make lease payments; to authorize the City Auditor, on behalf of the Department of Public Service, to expend up to $1,841,000.00 within the Mobility Enterprise Fund to The RiverSouth Authority to make lease payments. ($6,439,972.20)

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  2. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase John Deere OEM Mower Parts with Ag-Pro Ohio, LLC; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)

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  3. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Ford OEM Parts with Ricart Properties, Inc.; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)

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  4. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Technology to extend an existing agreement with Hansen Banner, LLC through extension of the current purchase order through March 26, 2027; and to authorize the use of any remaining funds/unspent existing on the purchase order. ($0.00)

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  5. Consent
    Ordinance

    To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a professional services contract with The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. for the Pedestrian Safety - Gantz Road - Collier Crest to Hardy Parkway project; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $250,000.00 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund to pay for this contract. ($250,000.00)

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  6. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Attorney to file complaints in order to immediately appropriate and accept the remaining fee simple and lesser real estate necessary to timely complete the UIRF South Linden Sidewalks 2017 Project and to authorize an expenditure of $3,973.00 from existing ACDI002495-10. ($3,973.00)

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  7. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on Parsons Avenue from East Whittier Street to East Broad Street; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00)

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  8. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the City Auditor to establish an auditor’s certificate in the amount of $50,000.00 for various expenditures for labor, materials, and equipment in conjunction with improvements needed to support programming within the Recreation and Parks Department; to authorize the transfer of $152,383.11 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of $50,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund. ($50,000.00)

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  9. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the City Auditor to establish an auditor’s certificate in the amount of $100,000.00 for various expenditures for labor, materials, and equipment in conjunction with parks improvements within the Recreation and Parks Department; and to authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund. ($100,000.00)

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  10. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Board of Health to enter into a not-for-profit contract with the Ohio State University Physicians, Inc., for physician services for the Columbus Public Health Clinics for the period of February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027; and to authorize the expenditure of $62,400.00 from the Health Special Revenue Fund to pay the costs thereof. ($62,400.00)

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  11. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the City Auditor to transfer $245,000.00 from the general fund to the specialty docket program for the Franklin County Municipal Court. ($245,000.00)

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  12. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Joyce Avenue Homes Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus more than $1,359,770.66 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($0.00)

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  13. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Fairview Homes Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus more than $ 1,982,895.03 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($1,982,895.03)

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  14. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Levelgreen Homes LLC on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus totaling approximately $1,300,620.85 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($1,300,620.85)

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  15. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Mapleside Homes, LLC on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus totaling approximately $906,711.62 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($906,711.62)

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  16. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Mariemont Homes Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus in excess of $286,668.43 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($286,668.43)

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  17. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Kingsford Homes Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus in excess of $1,462,067.13 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($1,462,067.13)

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  18. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for South East Columbus Homes Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus being more than $468,000.00 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. ($468,000.00)

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  19. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest on a unit-by-unit basis for Southside Homes Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus totaling approximately $2,134,432.21 as homes are sold to existing tenants or low-income homebuyers. To reduce the interest rate on the current balance of the loan to zero. ($2,134,432.21)

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  20. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a planned modification of a contract with Reliable Home Improvements of Ohio Inc., to increase funding in an amount up to $75,000.00 for lead abatement and healthy home repair services. ($75,000.00)

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  21. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Danbert, Inc. for the Blueprint Miller Kelton Newton Bedford Permeable Pavement, and Newton Bedford Water Line Improvements projects; to authorize amendments to the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of up to $8,176,756.60 from the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund and the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund for the contract; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving loans for the project; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $2,000.00 from the Sanitary Bond Fund to pay for prevailing wage services. ($8,178,756.60)

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  22. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify and increase the contract with Jacobs Engineering Group for the JPWRP Digester Improvements project; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; to amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to appropriate funds within the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $11,446,186.00 from the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund to pay for the project. ($11,446,186.00)

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  23. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a professional engineering services contract modification with Arcadis U.S. Inc., for the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant Variable Frequency Drives & Harmonic Filter Upgrade project; to authorize the appropriation of funds in the WPCLF Loan Fund; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,415,543.62 from the WPCLF Loan Fund. ($1,415,543.62)

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  24. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification to add funding for the Urban Infrastructure Recovery Fund General Engineering Services contract with Dynotec, Inc.; to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds and appropriation between projects in the Electricity Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $99,992.48 from the Electricity Bond Fund for the contract modification. ($99,992.48)

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  25. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification with Resource International for the Construction Administration/Construction Inspection Services 2023-2025 contract for the Blueprint Miller Kelton Newton Bedford Permeable Pavement and Newton Bedford Water Line Improvements projects; to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of up to $1,222,060.49 from the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund and the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund for the contract; and to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving loans for the project. ($1,222,060.49)

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  26. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify an existing contract with Bermex, Inc. to add additional funding to provide Water Meter Reading Services for the Division of Water; and to authorize the expenditure of $2,200,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($2,200,000.00)

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  27. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Sewer Treatment Chemicals for the Department of Public Utilities; and to authorize the expenditure of $4,467,500.00 from the Sanitary Sewer Operating Fund. ($4,467,500.00)

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  28. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify and increase the contract with Ascension Construction Solutions, LLC for the Waste Water Treatment Facilities Professional Construction Management Services project; to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds and appropriation between projects in the Sanitary Bond Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $1,989,574.00 from the Sanitary Bond Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($1,989,574.00)

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  29. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Setterlin Building Company for the Elevator Improvements project; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $4,012,050.00 for the project. ($4,012,050.00)

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  30. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Computers, Computer Parts, and Computer Accessories, for the Department of Public Utilities; and to authorize the expenditure of $300,000.00 from the Public Utilities Operating Funds. ($300,000.00)

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  31. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Cellular Voice and Wireless Data Communication Services from an existing Cooperative State of Ohio Term Contract established for such purpose by the State of Ohio, Department of Administrative Services Purchasing Office; and to authorize the expenditure of $220,000.00 split among the Water and Sanitary Sewer Operating Funds. ($220,000.00)

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  32. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of ADS Flow Monitoring Parts and Services for the Division of Water Reclamation; and to authorize the expenditure of $240,000.00 from the Sanitary Sewer Operating Fund. ($240,000.00)

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  33. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of mainline parts, materials, and water meters; and to authorize the expenditure of $280,000.00 within the Water Operating Fund. ($280,000.00)

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  34. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement for the purchase of Process Control Computer Supplies and Maintenance Services for the Division of Water; and to authorize the expenditure of $427,100.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($427,100.00)

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  35. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Centrex and Data Services for the Department of Public Utilities; and to authorize the expenditure of $1,030,000.00 split among the Water, Electricity, and Sanitary Sewer Operating Funds. ($1,030,000.00)

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  36. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a professional engineering services contract modification with Hatch Associates Consultants, Inc., for the Southerly Water Reclamation Plant Power System Upgrade and Safety Improvements project; to authorize the appropriation of funds in the WPCLF Loan Fund; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $1,596,426.44 within the WPCLF Loan Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($1,596,426.44)

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  37. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of lab materials and supplies for the Division Of Water Reclamation; and to authorize the expenditure of $350,000.00 from the Sanitary Sewer Operating Fund. ($350,000.00)

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  38. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the director of the Department of Public Utilities to execute those document(s) necessary to release a portion the City’s sanitary easement rights described and recorded in ORV 698, Page 2547, Recorder’s Office, Delaware County, Ohio. ($0.00)

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  39. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract with Tom Synnott Associates, Inc. DBA tsaADVET for software licenses, support, and maintenance of the Falcon Enterprise, Falcon DMS software; and to authorize the expenditure of $44,875.00 split between the Electricity, Water, Sanitary Sewer, and Stormwater Operating Funds. ($44,875.00)

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  40. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the director of the Department of Public Utilities to execute those document(s) necessary to release a portion of the City’s sanitary easement rights described and recorded in Instrument Number 200202220048402, Recorder’s Office, Franklin County, Ohio. ($0.00)

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  41. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to maintain membership with the Ohio Utilities Protection Service; and to authorize the expenditure of $66,651.87 split between the Electricity, Water, Sanitary Sewer, and Stormwater Operating Funds. ($66,651.87)

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  42. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize, Honor, and Celebrate Mike Knisley on his Retirement from the Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  43. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Florence Robin Williams, 1975 - 2025

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  44. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Refuse Truck Parts with Best Equipment Co., Inc. in accordance with the sole source provisions of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  45. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Freightliner OEM Parts and Services with Fyda Freightliner Columbus, Inc. in accordance with the sole source provisions of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  46. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the transfer of funds between projects within the Sanitary Sewer General Obligation Bond Fund; to amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to establish a contract with Ecoverse Industries Ltd. for the purchase and delivery of Star Screener for the Department of Public Utilities; to authorize the expenditure of up to $677,728.74 from the Sanitary Sewer General Obligation Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($677,728.74)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  47. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Liquid Sodium Bisulfite with Brenntag Mid-South, Inc.; to authorize the expenditure of $1.00; and to declare an emergency. ($1.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  48. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the City Auditor to appropriate funds within the Federal Transportation Grant Fund in connection with the Quick Build Toolkit; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of water barriers, cones, and traffic barrels by the Department of Public Service, Division of Mobility & Parking Services; to authorize the expenditure of $357,038.00 from the Federal Transportation Grant Fund; and to authorize the Director of Public Service to establish a purchase order for various materials to be used for the Quick Build toolkit from existing Universal Term Contracts with Bain Enterprises and All in Safety Corp. for the purchase of water barriers, cones, and traffic barrels. ($357,038.00)

    A motion was made by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, seconded by Nancy Day-Achauer, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

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  49. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the transfer of a 0.015 acre portion of the right-of-way north of Stratford Way, and west of Chatfield Park. ($808.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  50. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a contract modification with TranSystems Corporation of Ohio in connection with the Bikeway - Sullivant Avenue‐Georgesville Road to S Wilson Road project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $500,000.00 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund to pay for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($500,000.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  51. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Service to grant consent and propose cooperation with the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation to advance proposed improvements to I-71, I-70, I-270, I-670, and SR-315; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  52. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Service to grant consent and propose cooperation with the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation to advance proposed improvements to I-71 and East Main Street; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  53. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the directors of the Department of Public Service and the Department of Finance and Management to terminate agreements with the Capital Crossroads Special Improvements District related to the maintenance of nonstandard improvements in the public right-of-way in downtown Columbus; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a Master Maintenance Agreement with Safer Downtown, LLC for said improvements; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  54. Council Office for Signature
    Resolution

    To declare the City’s necessity and intent to appropriate and accept certain fee simple title and lesser real estate in order to complete the Roadway - Blossom Field Boulevard - Broad to Westbourne project; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  55. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to accept a grant in the amount of $39,342.60 and enter into an agreement with the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services to provide salary support for Rec Aides administering Afterschool Rec Club; to appropriate to $39,342.60 to the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund. ($39,342.60)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  56. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Auditor, on behalf of the Recreation and Parks Department, to create a new subfund within the City’s Special Purpose Fund to account for funds received that are intended to support the implementation of the Urban Forestry Master Plan. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  57. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the expenditure of $570,269.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund for the 2026 lease payments to PNC Bank National Association dba PNC Equipment Finance, LLC and Lake Erie Golf; to authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into the first year of a five-year lease agreement with PNC Equipment Finance, LLC and Lake Erie Golf for the lease payments and maintenance of 425 golf riding carts and 13 specialty vehicles; and to declare an emergency. ($570,269.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  58. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the expenditure of $500,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund or so much thereof as may be necessary for the purpose of reimbursing the Department of Recreation and Parks for City employees who register for a fitness and gym pass and employer-sponsored sporting activities. ($500,000.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  59. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Board of Health to enter into a contract with Equitas Health to continue to provide a harm reduction program, called Safe Point, from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026; to authorize the expenditure of $350,000.00 from the Health Opioid Recovery Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($350,000.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  60. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the Board of Health to accept grant funds from the University of Washington in the amount of $512,389.00 and any additional funds for the Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Implementation Study grant program following receipt of executed agreement; to authorize the appropriation of $512,389.00, and any additional funds awarded from the unappropriated balance of the Health Department Grants Fund; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer appropriations between object classes for the Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Implementation Study grant program; and to declare an emergency. ($512,389.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  61. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Board of Health to modify an existing contract with Mahogany Search partners.; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  62. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Board of Health to enter into a not-for-profit services contract with the Ohio State University Physicians, Inc., for specialized physician services for the Columbus Public Health Ben Franklin Tuberculosis Clinic for the period of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026; to authorize the expenditure of $75,000.00 from the Health Department Grant Fund to pay the costs thereof; and to declare an emergency. ($75,000.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  63. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Board of Health to enter into a contract with Stephanie K Starks, DBA Starks Counseling & Consultation Services LLC for crisis grief counseling services; to authorize the expenditure from the Health Departments Grants Fund to pay the costs thereof; and to declare an emergency. ($78,030.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  64. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to modify and extend the contract for the option to purchase HIV Testing Supplies with Abbott Laboratories Inc.; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  65. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To accept the application (AN25-016) of Jose Rodrigo Hernandez for the annexation of certain territory containing 0.30± acres in Franklin Township. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  66. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To accept the application (AN25-018) of VIDA NUEVA Wesleyan Church for the annexation of certain territory containing 19.471± acres in Jackson Township. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  67. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To accept the application (AN25-019) of Central Ohio Investment Properties LLC for the annexation of certain territory containing 1.9± acres in Mifflin Township. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  68. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify and extend an existing escrow agreement with Community Housing Network Inc. (CHN). ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  69. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To set forth a statement of municipal services and zoning conditions to be provided to the area contained in a proposed annexation (AN25-028) of 0.2± Acres in Franklin Township to the city of Columbus as required by the Ohio Revised Code and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  70. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the appropriation of $23,000.00 from the unappropriated balance of the Housing/Business Tax Incentives Fund to the Department of Development to provide funds for recorder fees and licensing of software costs for the Housing Division; and to declare an emergency. ($23,000.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  71. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Development to modify a contract with Blind Eye Restoration LLC to extend the end date to February, 28 2027 to prevent a disruption in services, and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  72. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a maintenance agreement with, and to charge, the City of Upper Arlington for street lighting maintenance and electricity costs on Henderson Road from approximately Reed Road to Stonehaven Drive for land recently transferred to the City of Upper Arlington due to a boundary adjustment. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  73. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the City Auditor to authorize payment to The State of Ohio Department of Public Safety (Vendor #005089) per invoice approved by the Department Director (or designee) in an amount not to exceed $7,500.00; and to declare an emergency. ($7,500.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  74. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Columbus Water and Power to execute those documents necessary to transfer ownership of a sanitary sewer to OhioHealth and vacation of the related easement rights; to authorize the waiver of the requirements of City Code for the sale of City-owned property and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  75. Filed
    Appointment

    Reappointment of Andrew E. Boy, CEO, United Schools Network, 1469 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205 to serve on the Columbus Board of Health with new term dates of May 1, 2026 to April 20, 2030 (resume attached).

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  76. Filed
    Appointment

    Appointment of Lara Deleone, KeyBank, 88 E Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215 to serve on the Downtown Columbus Inc. board replacing Bruce Soll with a new term expiration date of 12/31/28 (resume attached).

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

    Attachments

  77. Filed
    Appointment

    ReAppointment of Dr. Frederic Bertley, COSI, 333 W Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215 to serve on the Downtown Columbus Inc. board with a new term expiration date of 7/7/28(resume attached).

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

    Attachments

  78. Filed
    Appointment

    ReAppointment of Sandy Doyle-Ahern, EMHT, 5500 New Albany Rd. New Albany, OH 43054 to serve on the Downtown Columbus Inc. board with a new term expiration date of 7/7/28 (resume attached).

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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  79. Filed
    Appointment

    Reappointment of Laurie Gunzelman, Gunzelman Architecture + Interiors, 333 Stewart Ave. Columbus, OH 43206 to serve on the University Impact District Review Board with a new term expiration date of January 1, 2029. (resume attached)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

    Attachments

  80. Filed
    Appointment

    Reappointment of Alvis Moore, 6919 Groveton Way, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068, to serve on the Columbus Recreation and Parks Commission with a new term expiration date of December 31, 2030 (resume attached).

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

    Attachments

  81. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into an Enterprise Zone Agreement with C5 Columbus SW Building 1, LLC (the “Enterprise”) for a tax abatement of seventy-five percent (75%) for a period of ten (10) consecutive years in consideration of the Enterprise investing approximately $31,260,600.00 in real property improvements and the creation of forty-eight (48) net new full-time permanent positions with an estimated annual payroll of approximately $2,112,000.00. ($0.00)

    A motion was made by Nicholas Bankston, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  82. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into an Enterprise Zone Agreement with C5 Columbus SW Building 2, LLC (the “Enterprise”) for a tax abatement of seventy-five percent (75%) for a period of ten (10) consecutive years in consideration of the Enterprise investing approximately $15,724,800.00 in real property improvements and the creation of twenty-five (25) net new full-time permanent positions with an estimated annual payroll of approximately $1,100,000.00. ($0.00)

    A motion was made by Nicholas Bankston, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  83. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To transfer cash and appropriation between the Lucent Incentive District TIF Fund and the Lucent Incentive District TIF Capital Fund, as well as between the E. Broad Dominion TIF Fund and the E. Broad Dominion TIF Capital Fund; to appropriate funds within the Lucent Incentive District TIF Capital Fund and the E. Broad Dominion TIF Capital Fund; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into contract with Shelly and Sands, Inc. for the Roadway - Blossom Field Blvd - Broad to Westbourne project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $3,312,787.59 from the Lucent Incentive District TIF Capital Fund and E. Broad Dominion TIF Capital Fund for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($3,312,787.59)

    A motion was made by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, seconded by Nancy Day-Achauer, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  84. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To appropriate $8,250,000.00 from the unappropriated balance of the Municipal Motor Vehicle License Tax Fund for anticipated 2026 expenditures for the Department of Public Service, Divisions of Infrastructure Management and Traffic Management; and to declare an emergency. ($8,250,000.00)

    A motion was made by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, seconded by Nancy Day-Achauer, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  85. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the appropriation of $4,921,832.27 from the 2026 unappropriated balance of the Franklin County Municipal Court Special Funds to the Franklin County Municipal Court for all anticipated expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($4,921,832.27)

    A motion was made by Emmanuel V. Remy, seconded by Tiara Ross, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  86. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds within the Affordable Housing Taxable Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a service contract with Mann Roofing & Construction LLC for the Division of Housing’s Roof Replacement Program, in an amount up to $350,000.00, using Affordable Housing Taxable Bond funds; to waive the provisions of Columbus City Codes Sections 111.14 and 329.09 for the Roof Replacement Program; to authorize the transfer and expenditure of $350,000.00; to authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into grant agreements, including modifications if necessary, with homeowner participants in the Roof Replacement Program if the total grant amount is greater than $5,000.00, all without having to return to City Council for each project under the Roof Replacement Program; to authorize reimbursement of expenditures incurred prior to the creation of a Purchase Order; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City Code; and to declare an emergency. ($350,000.00)

    A motion was made by Tiara Ross, seconded by Nancy Day-Achauer, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  87. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Water Treatment Chemicals for the Department of Public Utilities; to authorize the expenditure of $30,400,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($30,400,000.00)

    A motion was made by Christopher Wyche, seconded by Tiara Ross, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  88. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To amend section 111.01 of the Columbus City Codes, pertaining to Council meetings and hearings; to allow Council flexibility to determine summer recess. ($0.00)

    A motion was made by Shannon G. Hardin, seconded by Christopher Wyche, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

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  89. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To adopt the Columbus Growth Strategy as an amendment to the Columbus Citywide Planning Policies that will continue to guide the next generation of growth and development in Columbus. ($0.00)

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Christopher Wyche, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

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  90. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management; to renew and increase the contract with Setterlin Building Company, for the Professional Construction Services - Task Order Basis project; for various Department of Public Safety tasks; to authorize a transfer and expenditure up to $32,211.85 within the Safety G.O. Bonds Fund; and to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget. ($32,211.85)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

    Attachments

  91. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To appropriate and authorize the City Auditor to transfer $10,988,166.00 within the Debt Retirement fund; to authorize the City Auditor, on behalf of the Department of Public Service, to appropriate $1,400,000.00 in the Mobility Debt Retirement - City Parking Meter Contribution Subfund; to authorize the expenditure for the purpose of providing secondary funding in the event that Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority cannot meet its debt obligations; and to declare an emergency. ($12,388,166.00)

    A motion was made by Nicholas Bankston, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

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  92. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize and direct the City Attorney to settle the lawsuit captioned Ryan Pitts v. Emily Geier et al., United States District Court Case No. 2:25-cv-875; to authorize the expenditure of the sum of Thirty Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($30,000.00) in settlement of the lawsuit; to authorize the transfer of $30,000.00 within the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($30,000.00)

    A motion was made by Emmanuel V. Remy, seconded by Tiara Ross, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

  93. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To amend existing sections 362.03, 362.053, 362.091, 362.096, 362.14, and 362.19 of Chapter 362 of the Columbus City Codes to include amendments and enactments required by HB 96, 136th General Assembly, concerning municipal income taxation. ($0.00)

    Read for the First Time

    Attachments

  94. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to execute loan documents necessary for a supplemental loan to increase the amount of a Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) loan to match the amount of the project cost for the Blueprint Hilltop - Eureka/Fremont Area Integrated Solution and Permeable Pavers project; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  95. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To make appropriations for the 12 months ending December 31, 2026, for selected other funds for various divisions, to authorize the City Auditor to make transfers as may be necessary, and to declare an emergency.

    A motion was made by Nicholas Bankston, seconded by Tiara Ross, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

  96. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To make appropriations and transfers for the 12 months ending December 31, 2026 for other funds for various divisions; to authorize the City Auditor to make transfers as may be necessary; and to declare an emergency.

    A motion was made by Nicholas Bankston, seconded by Tiara Ross, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  97. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Honor and Recognize the 60th Anniversary of Faith Mission

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  98. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To enact Chapter 181-Recycling Service Regulation-City Facilities.

    Read for the First Time

    Attachments

  99. Consent
    Ordinance

    To create a Yes In God’s Backyard (YIGBY) Pilot Program and to authorize the Directors of the Departments of Development, Building and Zoning Services, Public Utilities, and Public Service to promulgate rules and regulations as necessary to implement and administer that program. ($0.00)

    Read for the First Time

  100. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Safety to enter into contract with Crosswalk, Inc. for the Crosswalk to Care program. ($0.00)

    Read for the First Time

    Attachments

  101. Filed
    Communication

    THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AS OF WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2026 TRFO Type: D-5 To: CAMPPC LLC 1501 South High Street Columbus, OH 43207 From: PAASOTC LLC PAASOTC LLC 1501 S High ST Columbus, OH 43207 Permit #: 10010926-1 New Type: D-5I To: OLD DUBE LLC Old Dube 2439 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43202 Permit #: 06529987-3 New Type: C-2 To: Adasa International Market Inc 901 S James Rd Columbus, OH 43227 Permit #: 10009619-1 New Type: D-3 To: Valley Soulz East LLC Valley Soulz East LLC ( The Valley ) 238 S 4th St Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 10011010-1 New Type: D-1, D-3, D-6 To: Biscuit Belly, LLC Biscuit Belly 1417 W. 5th Ave Columbus, OH 43212 Permit #: 10010907-1 TRFO Type: D-2, D-1, D-3, D-6 To: 940 Bistro High, LLC 940 Bistro 940 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43201 From: AMPERSAND RESTAURANT LLC AMPERSAND RESTAURANT LLC 940 N HIGH ST Columbus, OH 43201 Permit #: 10011556-1 New Type: D-1, D-3 To: Intermission Cocktail Lounge, LLC Intermission Cocktail Lounge 491 South Fourth Street Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 10011395-1 TRFO Type: C-1, C-2 To: BG Quick Shop Inc 726 W Broad Street Columbus, OH 43222 From: GALUWALL INC 726 W BROAD ST Columbus, OH 43222 Permit #: 10009699-2 TRFO Type: D-5 To: Spruce Street Ltd Market Bar 59 Spruce Street Columbus, OH 43215 From: ROBERT COOK 2123-27 Eakin RD Columbus, OH 43223 Permit #: 10011684-1 New Type: D-2 To: PIAZZA PELINO LLC 772 N High ST STE 104 Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 06898045-1 TRFO Type: C-1,C-2 To: M1 Grocery Inc Pizza Chateau 2602 Eakin Rd Columbus, OH 43204 From: 2602 EAKIN ROAD INC 2602 Eakin RD Columbus, OH 43204 Permit #: 10011804-1 Advertise Date: 1/31/2026 Agenda Date: 1/26/2026 Return Date: 2/5/2026

    Read and Filed

  102. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To encourage the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to take measures to protect Ohio residents, including residents of Columbus, from rising electricity bills

    A motion was made by Christopher Wyche, seconded by Nancy Day-Achauer, that this Ceremonial Resolution be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:

  103. Second Reading
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize, honor and celebrate Judge James Edward Green on his retirement from Franklin County Municipal Court.

    A motion was made by Tiara Ross, seconded by Nancy Day-Achauer, that this Ceremonial Resolution be Postponed to 2/9/26. The motion carried by the following vote:

  104. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize Cardiovascular Disease as the World’s Leading Cause of Death and to Support the Recognition of Friday, February 6, 2026, as “National Wear Red Day” and February as “American Heart Month”

    A motion was made by Melissa Green, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ceremonial Resolution be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:

  105. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement at Ohio State University as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Group of the Year.

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  106. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Lisa Boggs as the recipient of the Keep Columbus Beautiful Lifetime Achievement Award.

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  107. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Jennifer Hernandez as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Volunteer of the Year.

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  108. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate St. Mark’s Lodge No. 7 as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Outstanding Adopt an Area Partner.

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  109. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Naturewise Columbus as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Partner of the Year.

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  110. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To celebrate Keep Columbus Beautiful’s 40th anniversary and to recognize their dedication to public service, community improvement, and environmental stewardship.

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  111. Second Reading
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize, Honor and Celebrate Duane Casares on his Retirement from Directions for Youth & Families After 33 Years of Service and Leadership

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ceremonial Resolution be Postponed to 2/9/26. The motion carried by the following vote:

  112. Second Reading
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize and Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Columbus Underground

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ceremonial Resolution be Postponed to 2/9/26. The motion carried by the following vote:

  113. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To honor, recognize and celebrate Commissioner Dr. Daniel Ajayi for his distinguished leadership and service on the North Linden Area Commission

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

  114. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into contract with the Greater Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau, dba Experience Columbus, for destination marketing services to promote and publicize the City of Columbus as a desirable location for conventions, trade shows, and similar events; to authorize the expenditure of $14,736,000.00 from the Hotel/Motel Excise Tax Fund; to authorize the expenditure of funds for reasonable food and non-alcoholic beverage expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($14,736,000.00)
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  115. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with the Center for Public Enterprise (CPE) in an amount up to $30,000 to provide evaluation, research, and technical support for a mixed income pilot fund and program; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund. ($30,000.00)

    Read for the First Time

    Attachments

  116. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS) for general operating support on a predetermined, advance payment schedule; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($50,000.00)

    This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.

    Attachments

  117. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To adopt the Columbus Growth Strategy as an amendment to the Columbus Citywide Planning Policies that will continue to guide the next generation of growth and development in Columbus. ($0.00)

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  118. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into contract with the Greater Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau, dba Experience Columbus, for destination marketing services to promote and publicize the City of Columbus as a desirable location for conventions, trade shows, and similar events; to authorize the expenditure of $14,736,000.00 from the Hotel/Motel Excise Tax Fund; to authorize the expenditure of funds for reasonable food and non-alcoholic beverage expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($14,736,000.00)

    A motion was made by Nicholas Bankston, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

Zoning Committee
Agenda

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  1. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To rezone 47 16TH AVE. (43201), being 2.49± acres located at the southeast corner of 16th Avenue and North Pearl Street, From: CPD, Commercial Planned Development District, To: UCR, Urban Core District (Rezoning #Z25-057).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Melissa Green, to Waive the 2nd Reading. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  2. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To rezone 4901 CENTRAL COLLEGE RD. (43081), being 1.45± acres located on the south side of Central College Road; 275± feet east of Shreven Drive, From: R, Rural District, To: C-2, Commercial District (Rezoning #Z25-029).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Melissa Green, to Waive the 2nd Reading. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  3. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.037, R-2F residential district; and 3312.49, Required parking, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 657 MOHAWK ST. (43206), to allow limited neighborhood-scale commercial uses with reduced parking in the R-2F, Residential District (Council Variance #CV25-110), and to repeal Ordinance #0084-02, passed February 4, 2002 (Council Variance #CV01-052).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Melissa Green, to Waive the 2nd Reading. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  4. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To rezone 47 16TH AVE. (43201), being 2.49± acres located at the southeast corner of 16th Avenue and North Pearl Street, From: CPD, Commercial Planned Development District, To: UCR, Urban Core District (Rezoning #Z25-057).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  5. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To rezone 4901 CENTRAL COLLEGE RD. (43081), being 1.45± acres located on the south side of Central College Road; 275± feet east of Shreven Drive, From: R, Rural District, To: C-2, Commercial District (Rezoning #Z25-029).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Melissa Green, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  6. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.037, R-2F residential district; and 3312.49, Required parking, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 657 MOHAWK ST. (43206), to allow limited neighborhood-scale commercial uses with reduced parking in the R-2F, Residential District (Council Variance #CV25-110), and to repeal Ordinance #0084-02, passed February 4, 2002 (Council Variance #CV01-052).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Melissa Green, to Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  7. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.037, R-2F residential district; and 3312.49, Required parking, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 657 MOHAWK ST. (43206), to allow limited neighborhood-scale commercial uses with reduced parking in the R-2F, Residential District (Council Variance #CV25-110), and to repeal Ordinance #0084-02, passed February 4, 2002 (Council Variance #CV01-052).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, to Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council. The motion carried by the following vote:

    Attachments

  8. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.037, R-2F residential district; and 3312.49, Required parking, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 657 MOHAWK ST. (43206), to allow limited neighborhood-scale commercial uses with reduced parking in the R-2F, Residential District (Council Variance #CV25-110), and to repeal Ordinance #0084-02, passed February 4, 2002 (Council Variance #CV01-052).

    A motion was made by Rob Dorans, seconded by Melissa Green, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

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  1. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Property Maintenance Appeals Board Agenda - February 9, 2026 Contact Name: Jody Young Contact Telephone Number: (614) 645-7759 Contact Email Address: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> AGENDA PROPERTY MAINTENANCE APPEALS BOARD CITY OF COLUMBUS, OHIO February 9, 2026 The Property Maintenance Appeals Board shall hear and decide appeals from any persons affected by any order, requirement, decision or determination made in the administration or enforcement of the Health, Sanitation and Safety Code, this Housing Code, and as specifically provided in any other provision of the Columbus City Codes. Separately, the Property Maintenance Appeals Board will review requests to permit a reasonable minimum variance from the applicable section of the Housing Code. The City PROPERTY MAINTENANCE APPEALS BOARD will hold a public hearing on the following appeal and/or variance applications on MONDAY, February 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the MICHAEL B. COLEMAN GOVERNMENT CENTER-HEARING ROOM at 111 North Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215. SPECIAL NOTE TO APPELLANT: YOU OR YOUR REPRESENTATIVE MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING. The Board may move forward and render a decision on an appeal, even if the appellant is not present. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER: A Sign Language Interpreter, to “Sign” this meeting, will be made available for anyone with a need for this service, provided the Department of Building & Zoning Services is made aware of this need and given a reasonable notice of at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the scheduled meeting time. To schedule an interpreter, please call 614-645-6373 or TDD 614-645-3293. ADA ACCOMMODATION: It is the policy of the City of Columbus that all City-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities. If you need assistance in participating in this meeting due to a disability as defined under the ADA, please call the City's ADA Coordinator at 614-645-7206 at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting to request an accommodation. I. Call to Order (Chair) · Next PMAB Hearing: Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM 111 N. Front St., 2nd Floor, Room 204 · Swear in Staff · Introductions of Board Members Present · Overview of Hearing Format II. Applications for Appeal or Variances 1. Application Number: PMA-594 Appellant(s): Gregory J Mercer Property Location: 3183 Islington Ct. Request: Appeal Violation Notice: 25440-07729 Code Enforcement Officer: Janae Crawford 2. Application Number: PMA-595 Appellant(s): Gregory J Mercer Property Location: 3183 Islington Ct. Request: Variance request to CCC 4525.13-Fences Violation Notice: N/A Code Enforcement Officer: Janae Crawford 3. Application Number: PMA-596 Appellant(s): Dimitrios Hatzifotinos; attorney for Lockwood Management and Park Place OH LLC Property Location: 1378 26th Ave. Request: Appeal Violation Notice: 26441-00035 Code Enforcement Officer: Steve Glasgow III. Approval of Minutes for Last Meeting-December 8, 2025

  2. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Please See Public Service Director's Order -- Placement of Traffic Control Devices as Recommended by the Division of Traffic Management -- Effective Date: 0101602026 Contact Name: Stephanie Mills Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6328 Contact Email Address: sjmills

  3. Second Reading
    Ordinance

    To enact Chapter 181-Recycling Service Regulation-City Facilities.

    Attachments

  4. Consent
    Ordinance

    To create a Yes In God’s Backyard (YIGBY) Pilot Program and to authorize the Directors of the Departments of Development, Building and Zoning Services, Public Utilities, and Public Service to promulgate rules and regulations as necessary to implement and administer that program. ($0.00)

  5. Consent
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with the Center for Public Enterprise (CPE) in an amount up to $30,000 to provide evaluation, research, and technical support for a mixed income pilot fund and program; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund. ($30,000.00)

    Attachments

  6. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into contract with the Greater Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau, dba Experience Columbus, for destination marketing services to promote and publicize the City of Columbus as a desirable location for conventions, trade shows, and similar events; to authorize the expenditure of $14,736,000.00 from the Hotel/Motel Excise Tax Fund; to authorize the expenditure of funds for reasonable food and non-alcoholic beverage expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($14,736,000.00)

    Attachments

  7. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To celebrate Keep Columbus Beautiful’s 40th anniversary and to recognize their dedication to public service, community improvement, and environmental stewardship.

  8. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement at Ohio State University as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Group of the Year.

  9. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Lisa Boggs as the recipient of the Keep Columbus Beautiful Lifetime Achievement Award.

  10. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Jennifer Hernandez as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Volunteer of the Year.

  11. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate St. Mark’s Lodge No. 7 as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Outstanding Adopt an Area Partner.

  12. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize and celebrate Naturewise Columbus as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Partner of the Year.

  13. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To honor, recognize and celebrate Commissioner Dr. Daniel Ajayi for his distinguished leadership and service on the North Linden Area Commission

  14. Council Office for Signature
    Ordinance

    To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS) for general operating support on a predetermined, advance payment schedule; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($50,000.00)

    Attachments

  15. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To encourage the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to take measures to protect Ohio residents, including residents of Columbus, from rising electricity bills

  16. Council Office for Signature
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize Cardiovascular Disease as the World’s Leading Cause of Death and to Support the Recognition of Friday, February 6, 2026, as “National Wear Red Day” and February as “American Heart Month”

  17. Second Reading
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To recognize, honor and celebrate Judge James Edward Green on his retirement from Franklin County Municipal Court.

  18. Second Reading
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize, Honor and Celebrate Duane Casares on his Retirement from Directions for Youth & Families After 33 Years of Service and Leadership

  19. Second Reading
    Ceremonial Resolution

    To Recognize and Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Columbus Underground

  20. Filed
    Communication

    THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AS OF WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2026 TRFO Type: D-5 To: CAMPPC LLC 1501 South High Street Columbus, OH 43207 From: PAASOTC LLC PAASOTC LLC 1501 S High ST Columbus, OH 43207 Permit #: 10010926-1 New Type: D-5I To: OLD DUBE LLC Old Dube 2439 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43202 Permit #: 06529987-3 New Type: C-2 To: Adasa International Market Inc 901 S James Rd Columbus, OH 43227 Permit #: 10009619-1 New Type: D-3 To: Valley Soulz East LLC Valley Soulz East LLC ( The Valley ) 238 S 4th St Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 10011010-1 New Type: D-1, D-3, D-6 To: Biscuit Belly, LLC Biscuit Belly 1417 W. 5th Ave Columbus, OH 43212 Permit #: 10010907-1 TRFO Type: D-2, D-1, D-3, D-6 To: 940 Bistro High, LLC 940 Bistro 940 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43201 From: AMPERSAND RESTAURANT LLC AMPERSAND RESTAURANT LLC 940 N HIGH ST Columbus, OH 43201 Permit #: 10011556-1 New Type: D-1, D-3 To: Intermission Cocktail Lounge, LLC Intermission Cocktail Lounge 491 South Fourth Street Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 10011395-1 TRFO Type: C-1, C-2 To: BG Quick Shop Inc 726 W Broad Street Columbus, OH 43222 From: GALUWALL INC 726 W BROAD ST Columbus, OH 43222 Permit #: 10009699-2 TRFO Type: D-5 To: Spruce Street Ltd Market Bar 59 Spruce Street Columbus, OH 43215 From: ROBERT COOK 2123-27 Eakin RD Columbus, OH 43223 Permit #: 10011684-1 New Type: D-2 To: PIAZZA PELINO LLC 772 N High ST STE 104 Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 06898045-1 TRFO Type: C-1,C-2 To: M1 Grocery Inc Pizza Chateau 2602 Eakin Rd Columbus, OH 43204 From: 2602 EAKIN ROAD INC 2602 Eakin RD Columbus, OH 43204 Permit #: 10011804-1 Advertise Date: 1/31/2026 Agenda Date: 1/26/2026 Return Date: 2/5/2026

  21. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: 2026 Operating Budget Hearing Contact Name: Andie McDonald Contact Telephone Number: 614-245-7994 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

  22. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (CIRA) Meetings Contact Name: Lindora Kolu Howard-Diawara Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-3284 Contact Email Address: [email protected] All regular meetings of the Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (CIRA) for 2026 will be held on the first Tuesday of every month at the M.B. Coleman Building located at 111 N front Street on the second floor in room 204. Please join us if you can and note the below meetings dates. - Jan. 6th - Feb 3rd - Mar. 3rd - Apr. 7th - May 5th - Jun. 2nd - Jul. 7th - Aug. 4th - Sept. 1 - )ct. 6th - Nov. 3rd - Dec. 1st To request a reasonable accommodation (RA) due to a disability, please call Angie Wise, ADA Coordinator, at 614-645-8029, or send an email to [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> 10 days prior to each meeting date.

  23. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    City Council Records Commission Meeting, February 09, 2026 Contact Name: Monique Goins-Ransom Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-0845 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

  24. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Operating Budget Hearing: Neighborhoods, Parks, and Recreation Committee Contact Name: Jacob Dilley Contact Telephone Number: (614) 645-5292 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

  25. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Operating Budget: Dept. of Public Service Public Hearing Contact Name: Amaris Lemus Contact Telephone Number: 614-327-1257 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

  26. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Vehicle for Hire Advisory Board Contact Name: Ben Lee Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-7471 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

  27. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: The Columbus Recreation and Parks Tree Subcommission updates Bylaws Contact Name: Rosalie Hendon Contact Telephone Number: 614.724.3003 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

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  28. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: Citizens' Commission on Elected Official Compensation Contact Name: Kirsten Estose Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-2728 Contact Email Address: [email protected]

  29. Clerk's Office for Bulletin
    Public Notice

    Notice/Advertisement Title: LGBTQ+ Affairs Commission Meeting Contact Name: Dr. Love Benton Contact Telephone Number: (614) 645-8884 Contact Email Address: [email protected]