Publication of Legislation

January 27, 2026

The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 27, 2026. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 7-26* A resolution submitting to the electors of the City of Lorain the question of a renewal of the 1.7 mills property tax levy for a period of five (5) years for the purpose of providing and maintaining adequate and consistent fire service, apparatus, buildings, and sites necessary for the Lorain City Fire Department. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 1/28/26

January 20, 2026

The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 20, 2026. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 3-26* Appointing Julia Ecker & Dana Olszowy to the local Board of Tax Review pursuant to Lorain Codified Ordinance Section 192.18. 4-26* Appointing Michelle Pullin to the Local Board of Tax Review pursuant to Lorain Codified Ordinance Section 192.18. 5-26 To receive cannabis revenue from the Dept. of Taxation and allocate funds to Lorain's General Fund. 6-26 Auth the S/S Director to sell municipally owned personal property that is not needed, by internet auction. Ord. 5-26* Auth the Treasurer to enter into all necessary agreements with ISSI for the provision of software that allows Tax Returns to be filed electronically. 6-26 Auth the S/S Director to apply for grant funding on behalf of the City of Lorain for the construction of the 2028 SRTS Program. 7-26 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract with RMH Concrete & Foundations, Inc. for the partial removal & replacement of sidewalks around Helen Steiner Rice & Southview Schools. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 1/23/2026

January 5, 2026

The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 5, 2026. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 1-26* Enacting the Rules of Council from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027, repealing Resolution 1-24. 2-26* Declaring it necessary to levy a renewal of the 1.7 mil Property Tax to supplement the General Fund for the purpose of providing for the Fire Department. Ord 1-26 Auth the S/S Director to make application to ODOT for 90/10 funding for planned safety improvements on Broadway. 2-26 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the purchase of materials and supplies- concrete for the city of Lorain from Terminal Ready Mix. 3-26 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the purchase of materials and supplies- asphalt concrete for the City of Lorain from Kokosing, Inc. 4-26* Auth the Auditor to pay invoices submitted by the Utilities Department that invoke the Then and Now Certification Process, per ORC, and to pay for said invoices. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) - Posted 1/9/2026

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DECEMBER 15, 2025

The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on December 15, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 29-25 Recognizing & commending JoAnne Moon for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 30-25 Recognizing & commending Beth Henley for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 31-25 Recognizing & commending Dan Nutt for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 32-25 Recognizing & commending Sylvia DuVall for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 33-25 Recognizing & commending Mary Spellacy for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 34-25 Recognizing the month of December as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. 35-25 Concurring with the proposed subdivision of city-owned property at PPN 02-02-028-105-001, for the future development of single-family dwellings. Ord. 187-25* Approving current replacement pages to the Lorain Codified Ordinances from July 2024- July 2025. 188-25 Repealing Ord. 266-74, Chapter 509.12 of the Codifieds and adopting new Chapter 509.12. 189-25* Approving the Police Chief, through the Mayor, to accept the award of the 2026 Safety First Grant from Norfolk Southern. 190-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the purchase of 10- L3 Harris Radios not to exceed $46,466.00. 191-25* Auth the Clerk of Court to accept a grant from the OAG to fund the implementation of Integrated Elec. Reporting of Dispositions to the Ohio BCI & execute all necessary docs associated. 192-25 Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation of $75,000 for the Second Harvest Food Bank, "Harvest for Hunger" Prog. from Brilliant Source Cares. 193-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agmt with Coldwater Consulting, for prof. svcs related to the Black River Dredge Material Reuse Facility - 2026 Facility Mgmt. 194-25* Amending Ord. 127-25. 195-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for the acquisition of real property. 196-25 Auth the S/S Director to purchase gasoline, fuel, oil and other petroleum products needed for various depts. commencing January 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2026. 197-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. 198-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 1-year agreement with Clariti Cloud, Inc. for prof. services & software implementation. 199-25* Auth the City of Lorain to enter into a CRA Tax Abatement with Absolute Machine Tools Holdings. 200-25 Amending Ord. 76-24, establishing the compensation of the Auditor & Treasurer. 201-25* Transfer. 202-25* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) Posted- 12/23/2025

DECEMBER 1, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on December 1, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 181-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract w/ the lowest & best bidder for all services & actions associated w/ the installation of a new fence at the Fulton Water Tower. 182-25 Auth the Mayor through the Law Director to accept the 2025/2026 VOCA Grant. 183-25* Adopting a cybersecurity prog. and auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with a vendor for the provision of cybersecurity services. 184-25* Appropriation. 185-25* Appropriation (Temporary Budget) 186-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement w/ Flock Group, Inc. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) Posted- 12/16/2025

NOVEMBER 17, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on November 17, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 173-25 Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation of $20,000 from Lorain Lions Club for basketball court refurbishing at Lakeview Park. 174-25 Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation of $800 from the Lorain Rotary Club for the purchase of 1 bench for Longfellow Park in memory of John Morrison. 175-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an Ohio Water Pollution Control Loan Fund Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program Sponsorship Agreement. 176-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for a 1-year period w/ 2 optional 1-year ext for the hauling & disposal of liquid sludge and/or filter cake from 2 WWTP. 177-25 Amending Ord. 106-25 & 4-21 and Section 1141.17- Manufactured Homes or Trailers and Section 1141.32, Requirements for Single Family Dwellings Outside of a Manufactured Home Community and Section 1123.02, Schedule of Allowed Uses and Table 1123.02, Schedule of Uses, Residential Districts. 178-25 Transfer. 179-25 Appropriation. 180-25* Removing special assessments from real property. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) - Posted 12/2/2025
NOVEMBER 3, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on November 3, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 161-25* Auth the S/S Director to accept donations of real property. 162-25 Amending Ord. 117-15 and Chapter 1545 of the Codified Ordinances. 163-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing liter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. 164-25* Removing special assessments from real property. 165-25* Amending Cod. Ord. Ch. 109: Public Improvements by adding a new section est. an alternative dispute resolution process for projects funded by ODOT and/or the Federal Highway Admin. 166-25* Appropriation. 167-25* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids for the sale of property located 2388 Meister Rd., & enter into a purchase agreement. 168-25* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids for the sale of property at 2933 Grove Ave., and enter into a purchase agreement. 169-25* Auth the S/S Director to apply for an agreement with the State through ODNR upon receiving dollars from the LWCF Program for the Longfellow Skatepark Project. 170-25 Auth the S/S Director to apply for grant funding from ODOD for the Pellet Terminal Brownfield Redevelopment Gap Funding Project. 171-25 Approving the proposed Preliminary Plan for the Silver Hills Development. 172-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 11/4/25
OCTOBER 20, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on October 20, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 25-25 Recognizing October as Polish Heritage Month in the City of Lorain. 26-25 Accepting the amounts & rates as determined by the Budget Comm. & auth the necessary tax levies & certifying them to the County Auditor. 27-25 Resolution in support of renewal Issues 21 & 22 for Lorain City Schools. 28-25 Honoring, celebrating and declaring the month of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Lorain. Ord. 136-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract for the purchase of ten 2026 Ford Interceptors & one 2026 F-150 with all emergency equipment installed. 137-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with ODNR to accept the donation of a patrol vessel & accompanying apparatus. 138-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 5-yr lease agmt with Comdoc Inc., for the replacement & upgrade of the City's printing & multi-function systems. 139-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 5-year agmt with Comdoc, Inc. for the maint. & servicing of the City's printing & multi-function systems. 140-25* Auth the S/S Director to give consent to the Director of Trans. to perform annual mowing for SR 2 corridor including ramps & rest areas. 141-25* Auth the S/S Director to waive Utilities & Engineering Depts. fees associated with the Port's Black River Amphitheater Project. 142-25 Ratifying a grant app. to the NOACA for the "TLCI Sunset Pier Park Trailhead" & auth the S/S Director to apply for & receive, if awarded grant funding. 143-25 Amending Ord. 111-25, auth the S/S Director to enter into a WPCLF WRRSP Sponsorship Agreement. 144-25* Appropriation. 145-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract with MMO for the renewal of the City of Lorain Health Benefits Plan and Stop-Loss Coverage. 146-25* Approving the Police Chief, through the mayor, to accept the award from the Ohio Dept. of Pub Safety - Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 147-25* Auth the Police Chief, on behalf of the S/S Director, to accept the grant award from the Ohio Dept of Pub. Safety - Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 148-25* Auth the Police Chief, through the mayor, to accept the award from the Ohio Dept. of Pub. Safety - Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 149-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for Law Enforcement Liaison Services with Mark Fetheroff. 150-25* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter into a contract with 5K Commercial Roofing to replace part of El Centro's Wellness Center roof. 151-25* Appropriating a license for the purpose of an ingress & egress for Rotar Industries LLC., property located at 2630 Colorado Ave. 152-25* Amending Ord. 016-25, auth the S/S Director to modify agreement No. 25-015 with Ruhlin Co. for the 611 Colorado Ave. Traffic Signal Improvement Project. 153-25 Auth the S/S Director to advertise & enter into a contract for a 1-year period with 2 optional 1-year extensions for street patching. 154-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into various contracts for the purchase of chemicals for use in the Utilities Dept, Water & WPC Divisions. 155-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 156-25* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by LPD that invokes the Then and Now Certification Process. 157-25* Appropriation. 158-25* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter contract with Superlative Group, Inc. to solicit & negotiate naming rights for Campana Park & facilities within the park. 159-25* Amending Ch. 509 of the Lorain Codified Ordinances by creating Section 509.19- "Parent or Guardian Responsibility for Minors". 160-25* Amending various sections of Lorain Codified Ordinance Chapter 549- Weapons and Explosives. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 10/30/25

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on September 15, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 21-25 Honoring and celebrating Skate World on their 50th Anniversary. 22-25 Declaring Sept. 15th - Oct. 15th as Hispanic Heritage Month. 23-25 Recognizing September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. 24-25 Commemorating Constitution Day and Constitution Week. Ord. 126-25 Amending Ord. 62-90 & Lorain Codified Ordinance Ch. 143- Lorain Port Authority, Section 143.05- Confirming Authority. 127-25* Amending Ord. 112-25 and entering into contract for services at the Water Purification Plant without formal bidding due to Ohio EPA recommendations. 128-25 Declaring that the submerged lands adjacent to 1253 E. Erie Ave. are not necessary or required for the construction, maintenance or operation under a waterfront plan of the City of Lorain. 129-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into settlement agreements with 8 opioid manufacturing companies and directing the Auditor to allocate said funds to the Opioid Settlement Fund.130-25* Removing special assessments from real properties. 131-25* Assessing the cost of securing an unsafe/nuisance structure (former St. Joes site). 132-25* Auth the County Auditor to transfer the CRA Tax Abatement from Park Square Lorain Holdings, LLC, to GTX Properties, LLC. 133-25* Auth the County Auditor to transfer the CRA Tax Abatement from Bennington Investments, LLC, to 6150 Park Square, LLC. 134-25* Amending Ord. 14-25 auth the S/S Director to modify agreement 25-016 with Terminal Ready Mix for the Longbrook/Yorktown Rd. rehab project.135-25* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 9/18/25

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on September 2, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 20-25 Recognizing & commending Tracy Ellan for his heroic action and exemplary character. Ord. 108-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 109-25* Amending Ord. 73-25, auth the S/S Director to enter into a WPCLF for the rehab of the Pearl & Tacoma Pump Stations. 110-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the rehab of the Pearl & Tacoma Pump Stations. 111-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an Ohio WPCLF WRRSP Agreement. 112-25* Auth the S/S Director to auth & purchase services for the rehab of the 2 wash water tanks at the Water Purification Plant. 113-25* Auth the S/S Director to auth & purchase services for the procurement & installation of 1 grinder retrofit for the Black River WWTP. 114-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract for construction mgmt svcs for the construction of Pearl & Tacoma Pump Station Improvement Project. 115-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract for prof. services related to the construction of improvements to the Jaeger Rd. Pump Station. 116-25* Amending Ord 249-23 Section 15.3.7, est. the position of Police Support Specialist 3, (LPD) and remove the position of Data Administrator (LPD). 117-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with Tyler Tech for the provision of credit card processing services & new terminals. 118-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 1-year agreement with Dell Technologies for Microsoft 365. 119-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a subrecipient agreement with the Lorain County Land Reutilization Corp. for the former St. Joe's Hosp. remediation. 120-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with Verdantas, LLC, for the former St. Joe's Hosp remediation. 121-25* Auth the S/S Dir to enter into a settlement with Purdue Pharma; auth Napoli Shkolnik PLLC to vote in favor of the Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Plan and direct the Auditor to allocate funds to the Court Recovery Fund. 122-25 Amending Ord 85-25, vacating a portion of Eastlawn Street. 123-25* Transfer. 124-25* Appropriation. 125-25* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 9/8/25
AUGUST 12, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on August 12, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 96-25* Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation from Enterprise Community Partners to submit an application to HUD for the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 8/21/25

JULY 21, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on July 21, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso 19-25 Recognizing and honoring Gary Luman for his dedication and community support in the City of Lorain. Ord. 96-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a settlement with Sandoz Inc., & directing the Auditor to allocate said funds to the Opioid Settlement Fund. 97-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a loan agreement with Neighborhood Alliance for the rehab of their non-congregate shelter. 98-25* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids for the sale or lease of the building at 1050 Reid Ave and enter into a lease or purchase agreement. 99-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the 2025 Sidewalk Improvements Project. 100-25 Auth the S/S Director to accept & enter into an agreement with ODOT for Lorain High Visibility Markings & RRFB’S Systemic Safety Project. 101-25* Amending Ord. 53-25, auth the S/S Director to enter into a WPCLF agreement for the rehab of the Jaeger Rd. pump station. 102-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the rehab of the Jaeger Rd. pump station. 103-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 104-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing noxious vegetation & trees. 105-25* Appropriation. 106-25 Amending Ord. 4-21, Lorain Zoning Code, Manufactured Homes or Trailers. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 7/31/25

JULY 7, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on July 7, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 91-25* Auth the Clerk of Council to enter into a contract with Walter Drane Co. to update the Lorain Codified Ordinances. 92-25* Auth the Police Chief to accept the 2023 Project Safe Neighborhood Grant. 93-25* Amending Ord 112-22, auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract related to the implementation of CityWorks for the Utilities Dept. 94-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a MOU between the City of Lorain and the IAFF Local 267. 95-25* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 7/10/25
JUNE 16, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on June 16, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso 18-25 Recognizing & commending the 2025 Lorain International Princesses and the Lorain International Association. Ord. 79-25* Approving Lorain's 2025-2029 CDBG and HOME Plan along with the 2025 Action Plan & auth the mayor to submit for financial assistance. 80-25 Amending Ord. #4-21 & Sections 1151.04 Prohibited Signs & 1151.06 Signs Permitted by District of the Codified Ords. 81-25* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids for the leasing of the building at 1050 Reid Ave. & enter into a lease agreement. 82-25 Updating Chapter 1535 of the Codified Ordinances: Illicit Discharge & Illegal Connection Control. 83-25* Auth the Mayor to submit applications to OPWC for year 2027 funding (Round 40) for the replacement or rehab of roadways. 84-25* Auth the S/S Director to apply for the Safe Streets & Roads, for a planning demonstration project, to be known as the Citywide Data Collection Project. 85-25 Vacating a portion of Eastlawn St., between the north property line of 1402 Root Rd. & south line of 1334 Root Rd. 86-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 87-25* Auth the issuance & sale of notes, in anticipation of bonds, in the max amt of $2,000,000, for the road improvements to SR 611 & US Route 6. 88-25* Auth the issuance & sale of notes, in anticipation of bonds, a max amt of $650,000, for the costs of various roadway improvements. 89-25* Appropriation. 90-25 Accepting the Plat of Sandy Springs Subdivision No. 5. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 6/25/25

JUNE 2, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on June 2, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso 17-25* Declaring it necessary to remove & construct new sidewalks at 1020 W. Erie Ave requiring that abutting property owners construct the same. Ord. 68-25* Auth the Police Chief, on behalf of the Mayor, to make application for & accept a grant from ODNR, 2025 Marine Patrol Assistance Program. 69-25* Auth the Police Chief, through the Mayor, to accept the award from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services, Ohio Dept. of Public Safety. 70-25* Auth the Police Chief, through the Mayor, to accept the award of the 2025 Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program. 71-25* Amending the Codified Ordinances by adding a new chapter 5, General Offenses Code, Chapter 560, Public Nuisances. 72-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the Hot Waters boating access site improvement project. 73-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a WPCLF Agreement for the rehab of the Pearl & Tacoma Pump Stations. 74-25* Auth the expenditure of additional funds for class action legal services provided by WHP. 75-25* Appropriation. 76-25* Auth a payment not to exceed $250,000 to the County for the City's share of the cost of the "Via LC" public transportation program. 77-25 Adopting the recommendation of the Planning Commission to rezone 3301 Meister Rd. from R-1B to R-2 (ZCA 2-2024). 78-25 Creating Section 911.202 - Payment Plan(s). (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 6/6/25

MAY 19, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on May 19, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso 16-25 Auth S/S Director to enter into an agreement with ODOT for CMAQ funding to support the implementation of video detection, traffic monitoring, & bridge notification tech. throughout the city. Ord. 58-25 Adopting the recommendation of the Planning Commission to rezone PPN 05-00-001-000-299 (Oak Point Rd.) from PUD to B-1 (ZCA 1-2025). 59-25 Adopting the recommendation of the Planning Commission to rezone 1510 Cooper Foster Park Rd., from R-1A to B-2 (ZCA 2-2025). 60-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a settlement agreement with Costco Wholesale Corp. and directing the Auditor to allocate funds to the Court Recovery Fund. 61-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a subrecipient agreement with Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity for a basement foundation program. 62-25* Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation of property located at 2213 E. 32nd St. 63-25* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter into a contract with Hastings Water Works for the operation of the City Pool at Oakwood Park. 64-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter and deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 65-25* Appropriation. 66-25* Removing special assessments from properties. 67-25 Repealing Ord. 186-21 & Chapter 1515 of the Codified Ords. "Registration of Vacant Commercial Buildings" & est. a new Chapter 1515. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 5/21/25

MAY 5, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on May 5, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso 15-25 Proclaiming May 2025 to be Jewish American Heritage Month in the City of Lorain. Ord. 53-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a WPCLF agreement for the rehab of the Jaeger Rd. Pump Station. 54-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a disposition agreement for the transfer of real property to the Lorain Port Authority. 55-25* Appropriation. 56-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract with GPD for prof. services related to the design of the LOR-Broadway Corridor Project. 57-25 Approving the settlement agreement in the case "Cynthia Gehlmann vs City of Lorain" filed in Lorain County Court of Common Pleas, Case #22CV206112. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 5/8/25

APRIL 21, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on April 21, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 38-25* Auth the application & acceptance of NOACA’S CPRG by the S/S Director. 39-25* Approving the Police Chief to apply for & receive, if awarded, grant funding from the ODNR, Marine Patrol Assistance Program. 40-25 Auth the Mayor to accept the 2024/2025 VOCA Grant as awarded by the Ohio Attorney General. 41-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract with Neptune Equip. Co. for the purchase of meters & supplies for use by the Utilities Dept. 42-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter contract for the Leavitt Rd. & Tower Blvd. Traffic Signal Improvement Project. 43-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter contracts w/ the lowest & best bidders for the rehab of certain roadways in connection with OPWC Round 38. 44-25 Amending Ord. 27-25, Section 1, by modifying the project estimate & local matching funds. 45-25* Assessing the cost of demolishing unsafe/nuisance structures. 46-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 47-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisances by cutting noxious weeds during the 2024 calendar year. 48-25* Auth & directing the S/S Director to purchase sodium chloride directly from the vendor awarded the 2025-2026 ODOT Summer/Winter Contract #018-26. 49-25* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by LPD that invokes the Then & Now Certification Process. 50-25* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by the Utilities Dept. that invokes the Then & Now Cert. Process. 51-25* Appropriation. 52-25* Authorizing the Safety/Service Director to forgive certain HOME loans. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 4/24/25

APRIL 7, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on April 7, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 13-25 Declaring April as Scottish American Heritage Month in the City of Lorain. 14-25 Recognizing & commending Let's Get Real for their service to the community in the City of Lorain. Ord. 36-25 Amending Ord. #4-21 & Sections 1141, 1143.04, 1123.02, 1125.02, 1127.02, 1129.02 of the Codifieds & Ord. 251-23 Short-term rentals. 37-25 Repealing designated sections of Ord. 4-21 that enacted sections 1151.10, 1173.04, 1173.05, and 1173.06 of the Codified Ordinances. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 4/9/25

MARCH 17, 2025

The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on March 17, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on March 17, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 10-25 Recognizing Irish Heritage and Nationality Month in the City of Lorain. 11-25 Recognizing and commending Livia Goforth for her quick thinking and lifesaving actions. 12-25 Recognizing Greek Independence Day in the City of Lorain. Ord. 29-25* Auth the S/S Director to apply for & receive, if awarded, grant funding from ODNR, Ohio Urban Forestry Grant Program. 30-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for the 611 Colorado Ave. Traffic Signal Improvement Project. 31-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for professional services related to the construction of Longbrook/Yorktown Project. 32-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for construction administration & inspection for the pedestrian improvements 2025. 33-25 Approving the settlement agreement; case of Roman vs. City of Lorain, et al, case no. 23CV02348. 34-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for Law Enforcement Liaison services with Mark Fetheroff. 35-25* Appropriation - 2025 Permanent Budget. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 3/20/25Reso. 10-25 Recognizing Irish Heritage and Nationality Month in the City of Lorain. 11-25 Recognizing and commending Livia Goforth for her quick thinking and lifesaving actions. 12-25 Recognizing Greek Independence Day in the City of Lorain. Ord. 29-25* Auth the S/S Director to apply for & receive, if awarded, grant funding from ODNR, Ohio Urban Forestry Grant Program. 30-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for the 611 Colorado Ave. Traffic Signal Improvement Project. 31-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for professional services related to the construction of Longbrook/Yorktown Project. 32-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for construction administration & inspection for the pedestrian improvements 2025. 33-25 Approving the settlement agreement; case of Roman vs. City of Lorain, et al, case no. 23CV02348. 34-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for Law Enforcement Liaison services with Mark Fetheroff. 35-25* Appropriation - 2025 Permanent Budget. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 3/20/25

MARCH 3, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on March 3, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 7-25 Recognizing and declaring the month of March as "Women's History Month" in the City of Lorain, Ohio. 8-25 Supporting State Issue 2 Renewal of the State Capital Improvement Program on the May 6, 2025 Statewide Ballot. 9-25* Declaring it necessary to remove & construct new sidewalks at various locations, requiring that abutting property owners construct the same. Ord. 24-25 Auth the S/S Director to apply for, receive & implement grant funding through ODNR for the Hot Water Fish Cleaning Station Project. 25-25* Amending Ord. 236-23 & 254-23, auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the Lorain Pellet Terminal Redevelopment Project Phase 2. 26-25* Auth the S/S Director to approve work to be performed by the Director of Transportation to replace span locks on US Rte 6 Bridge. 27-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the Pedestrian Safety FY2025 Improvement Project. 28-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a professional services agreement with Motley Rice LLC, Simmons Hanly Conroy LLP, & Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. for prof. legal services. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 3/11/25

FEBRUARY 17, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on February 17, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 6-25 Declaring support for the preservation of the federal tax exemption of municipal bonds. Ord. 18-25 Auth the Mayor to accept the 2025 NOPEC Energized Community Grant. 19-25* Auth the expenditure of additional funds for class action legal services provided by Wickens Herzer Panza. 20-25* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by LPD that invokes the Then and Now Certification Exception Process. 21-25* Auth the Auditor to pay invoices submitted by the Utilities Dept. that invokes the Then and Now Certification Exception Process. 22-25* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by the Utilities Dept. that invokes the Then and Now Certification Exception Process. 23-25 Amending Section 911.524 – Meter Service Charge. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 2/20/25

FEBRUARY 3, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on February 3, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 4-25 Recognizing, celebrating and declaring the month of February as Black History Month in the City of Lorain. 5-25 Honoring The International Holocaust Remembrance Day in the City of Lorain. Ord. 10-25* Auth the Lorain Municipal Court to enter into a renewal agreement with sCube Inc. 11-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement w/ Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. related to the Stove Works Revitalization Program. 12-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. 13-25* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter contract w/ Agritecture, LLC (not to exceed $80,000) for services to support urban agriculture. 14-25 Auth the S/S to enter into a contract for the Longbrook/Yorktown Rd. rehab project. 15-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the LOR-611 various sidewalks improvement project. 16-25 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the LOR-611 Colorado Ave. Traffic Signal Improvement Project. 17-25* Removing special assessments from real property located at 903 W. 17th St. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 2/6/2025

JANUARY 21, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 21, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 1-25 Honoring Marting Luther King Jr. for his life, legacy and enduring contributions to Civil Rights and Social Justice. 2-25 Auth S/S Director to sell municipally owned personal property that is not needed for public use or which is obsolete or unfit for city use. 3-25* Supporting the Ohio Commission for the US Semiquincentennial (America 250-OH). Ord. 5-25* Supporting the Ohio Municipal League's challenge of AT&T's Tariff Application at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. 6-25 Repealing Chapter 780 of the Codified Ords. & Ord. 233-23 - Tobacco Retail Establishments. 7-25* Amending Section 1 of Ord. 99-24, Purchasing Sodium Chloride through ODOT Sodium Chloride Winter Contract 018-25. 8-25* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. 9-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement w/ Magazine Light, LLP for professional legal services. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 1/23/2025

JANUARY 6, 2025
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 6, 2025. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 1-25* Designating the award of active & interim funds, est institutions for deposits of city money. 2-25* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract for the construction of the Jaeger Road Pump Station. 3-25 Auth the S/S Director to apply to ODOT for 90/10 funding for planned safety improvements in Lorain. 4-25* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by the Utilities Dept. that invokes the Then & Now Cert. Exemption Process. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 1/13/2025

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DECEMBER 19, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on December 19, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 206-24* Ord. repealing Ord. 202-24. 207-24* Appropriation (2025 Temporary Budget)(*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 12/23/2024

DECEMBER 16, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on December 16, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 188-24*- Auth the City of Lorain, through the Fire Chief to accept a donation of $10,000 from the J.D. Tomlinson Prosecuting Attorney 780 Law Enforcement Account. 189-24* Amending Section 15.3.6 (Law Director) of Ord. 47-24. 190-24 Approving the settlement of the case filed by the Clerk of Courts & related parties against the County of Lorain & related parties. 191-24 Auth the Mayor to accept the 2024 Energy Harbor Community Grant. 192-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the partial removal & replacement of sidewalks on E. 39th St. & Clifton Ave. 193-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement on behalf of the City for grant funding for the construction of the 2028 SRTS Program. 194-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with LPD. 195-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with LFD. 196-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with BHP. 197-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with the Engineering Dept. to utilize ARPA funds for the Stoveworks Brownfield Remediation Project. 198-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with the Engineering Dept. to utilize ARPA funds for the Pellet Terminal Brownfield Remediation Project. 199-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with the Engineering Dept. to utilize ARPA funds for the St. Joe's Hospital Brownfield Remediation Project. 200-24* Appropriation. 201-24* Transfer. 202-24* Appropriation - 2025 Temporary Budget. 203-24* Amending Ord. 243-22, auth. the establishment of the Leavitt Rd. TIF District. 204-24* Establishing the Lorain Ohio Kartplex Public Improvement TIF. 205-24 Adopting the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the req. to rezone PPN's included in the Southside Gateway, Choice Neighborhood Plan (ZCA 01-2024). (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 12/23/2024

DECEMBER 2, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on December 2, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 39-24* Concurring w/ the expenditure of $1,988,110.51 of ARPA funds. Ord. 179-24* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter into a subrecipient agreement with LMHA to provide financial support for the Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant Early Action Activity. 180-24* Amending Ord. 213-21 to clarify the boundaries of the Sandy Springs TIF district created thereby & applicable parcels exempted thereby. 181-24 Auth the S/S Director to amend Ord 116-24 to accept the CLG Grant from the Ohio History Connection. 182-24 Vacating the east/west alley to the west end which abuts Elyria Ave. & to the east end abutting East Ave. & parallel to E. 22nd St. 183-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with ODOT upon receiving funding dollars for ‘A Path to Health’ on Kolbe Rd. 184-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisances by cutting noxious weeds. 185-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 186-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a settlement agreement w/ Henry Schein, Inc. & Henry Shein Medical Systems Inc. and directing the Auditor to allocate said funds to the Opioid Settlement Fund. 187-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a settlement agreement w/ Target Corp. and directing the Auditor to allocate said funds to the Opioid Settlement Fund. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 12/10/202

NOVEMBER 18, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on November 18, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 170-24 Amending Ord 64-08 & Chapter 351 Parking Generally, Section 351.15 Lorain Police Auxiliary Handicap Parking Enforcement of the codifieds. 171-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for LEL services with Colleen Petro, Ind. Contractor, for the Ohio Traffic Safety Office/Dept of Pub Safety. 172-24* Auth the S/S Director to take all action necessary to enter into an agreement for grant funding from ODOT for the Transportation Alternatives Program. 173-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with Coldwater Consulting, LLC for services related to the Sunset Pier Park & Hot Waters Project. 174-24 Auth the S/S Director to purchase 4 GeoPools through a sole source purchase agreement, at a cost not to exceed $1,937,408.00. 175-24 Auth the S/S Director to amend agreement 24-026 with Terminal Ready-Mix Inc., auth by Ord. 83-24 for the Black River Dredge Material Reuse Facility. 176-24* Appropriation. 177-24 Auth the S/S Director to accept & enter into an agreement with ODOT for the Broadway Corridor from 28th St. to 9th St. 178-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend the agreement auth by Ord. 228-23 & 29-24 with Coldwater Consulting, LLC, related to the Sunset Pier Park Planning & Assessment Project. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 11/20/2024

NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on November 4, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 36-24b Recognizing and commending Karen Shawver for outstanding public service to the City of Lorain. Ord. 160-24b Auth the S/S Director to enter into a subrecipient agreement with the Lorain County Land Reutilization Corp. for the Stove Works Brownfield Revitalization Program 2024/2025. 161-24b* Assessing the cost of demolishing unsafe/nuisance structures during 2024. 162-24b* Ratifying a contract with A&D Enterprises for the demo of various properties. 163-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with the State through ODNR upon receiving funding dollars for the Longfellow Skatepark Project. 164-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend an agreement for construction services for the PQM Standby Generator System as a part of the PQM Plant Improvements Project. 165-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend an agreement for construction services for the Grit Building & Final Clarifiers as a part of the PQM Plant Improvement Project. 166-24* Auth the Clerk of Council to enter into a contract w/ Walter Drane Co. (American Legal Publishing) and approving the current replacement pages to the Lorain Codified Ordinances. 167-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 1-year agreement with Dell Technologies for Microsoft 365. 168-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an amendment for the lease of the Lake Erie Submerged Lands, or more commonly referred to as the "Finger Piers". 169-24* Auth the city to enter into a CRA Tax Abatement with Bouman Group, LLC. (Village of Lighthouse Point III, LLC). (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 11/6/2024

OCTOBER 21, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on October 21, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 36-24a Recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness month in the City of Lorain. 37-24 Recognizing October as Polish Heritage Month in the City of Lorain. 38-24 Accepting the donation of 5 celebration maple trees from Joy Stout. Ord. 160-24a Auth the S/S Dir to accept the donation of $352.00 from Josh Thornsberry for improvements to Kneirim Park. 161-24a* Auth the S/S Director to advertise & enter into a contract for a 1-year period with 2 optional 1-year extensions for GAC for the Utilities Dept. 162-24a* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 10/23/2024

OCTOBER 7, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on October 7, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 35-24 Accepting the amounts & rates as determined by the Budget Commission & auth the necessary tax levies & certifying them to the County Auditor. Ord. 150-24* Auth the Police Chief to accept the grant award from the Ohio Dept of Public Safety - Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 151-24* Auth the Police Chief to accept the award from the Ohio Dept of Public Safety - Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 152-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 3-year contract w/ Gardiner for the amt. of $94,964.00 per year for a service agreement for the repair & maintenance of HVAC for various City of Lorain facilities. 153-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contracts for the purchase of materials and supplies, concrete for the Public Property Dept. 154-24 Auth the S/S Director to purchase gasoline, fuel, oil and other petroleum products needed for various city depts., commencing Jan. 1, 2025 & ending Dec. 31, 2025. 155-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contracts for the purchase of materials and supplies, asphalt concrete for the Public Property Dept. 156-24* Amending Ord. 114-24, auth the S/S Director to purchase services for the emergency repair of a 42" sanitary sewer pipe. 157-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 158-24* Auth the Auditor to pay invoice from BHP, invoking the Then and Now Certification Process as per ORC Section 5705.41. 159-24* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 10/9/2024

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on September 16, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 141-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a 5-year agreement with OARnet for VMware. 142-24* Approving the Police Chief to accept the award from the Ohio Dept of Public Safety - Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 143-24 Amending section 15.3.5 (judges) of Ord. 65-24 which est. compensation, benefits & terms of employment for various classified & unclassified non-bargaining employees. 144-24 Amending Ord #24-22, est. the benefits and terms of employment for the staff of Lorain City Council. 145-24* Auth the Clerk of Courts to enter into a 5-year contract for the provision of certified mailing services with Quadrient, Inc. 146-24* Auth & directing the S/S Director to execute all necessary agreements for the rehab of 2747 Oakdale Ave. 147-24 Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation from Chad Muska for $20,000 for the construction of the skatepark at Longfellow Park. 148-24 Auth the s/s Director to enter agreement with ODOT upon receiving funding dollars for TLCI for the Oakwood Connector - South Lorain Library Trail. 149-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with K.E. McCartney & Assoc. Inc., for Erie Ave. Storm Sewer Infrastructure Assessment Project. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) Posted- 9/18/2024

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on September 3, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 34-24 Recognizing & celebrating Kelman "Kel" Fligner for his dedication and community support in the City of Lorain. Ord. 122-24 Auth the Lorain Municipal Court to accept a grant from the Nord Family Foundation to fund the position of recovery court coordinator. 123-24 Auth the Court to accept the award from the Ohio Attorney General's Office for fingerprinting equipment. 124-24* Auth the expenditure of additional funds for legal services provided by WHP. 125-24 Approving the Police Chief, through the Mayor, to accept the award from the 2024 BJA FY24 126-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend Ord 73-24 for the Rosecliff Dr. storm sewer outfall repair. 127-24* Auth the S/S Director to auth the submission of a NFA letter & req for CNS to the EPA for the former Pellet Terminal & enter an operating & maint. agreement. 128-24 Amending Ord 04-21 and Section 1151.04 & Section and Table 1151.05, of the Lorain Codified Ordinances. 129-24* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter into a subrecipient agreement with LMHA to provide financial support for the Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant Early Action Activity. 130-24* Waiving fees for the Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant Early Action Activity Project. 131-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter and deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. 132-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a supplemental WPCLF agreement for the Digester Improvement Project. 133-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids & enter into contracts for the purchase of supplies for 2 years for use by the Utilities Dept Water Dist. Div. 134-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise & enter into contracts for the purchase of chemicals for use in the Utilities Dept, Water & Water Pollution Control Div. 135-24* Auth & the S/S Director to enter into an amendment of the agreement of the "Sewer Service Agreement by & between Lorain and the County for the Lorain County 104 Sanitary Sewer Service Area". 136-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a supplemental WPCLF agreement for the Pearl & Tacoma Improvement Project. 137-24* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by BHP that invokes the Then and Now Certification Exception Process. 138-24* Appropriation. 139-24* Est Ch. 506- "Prohibition of Conversion Therapy on Minors" of the Codified Ordinances of Lorain to prohibit the practice of conversion therapy on minors in the City of Lorain. 140-24 accepting the plat of Harbor Walk Subdivision No. 19. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 9/5/2024

JULY 22, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on July 22, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 120-24* Auth the Lorain Auditor to secure the necessary and most advantageous method of financing for the purchase of police cruisers through Ord 90-24. 121-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into agreement through the Federal GSA Program to purchase equipment for police vehicles in an amount not to exceed $231,000. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 7/29/2024

JULY 15, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on July 15, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 32-24* Amending Reso 23-24, directing the Lorain County BOE to submit a ballot question to the electors of the City of Lorain, changing the terms of members & President of City Council from 2-years to 4-years. 33-24 Accepting the Active Transportation Plan Update. Ord. 113-24 Auth the Lorain Municipal Court to add sCube Inc. for consultation services for its case management system by Lorain Municipal Court. 114-24* Auth the S/S Director to purchase services for the emergency repair of a 42” sanitary sewer pipe. 115-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for construction management services for the construction of the Martin Run Pump Station Project. 116-24 Auth the S/S Director to accept the CLG Grant from the Ohio History Connection & execute all necessary documents 117-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisances by cutting noxious weeds. 118-24* Auth the Auditor to create a special revenue fund entitled Dredge Reuse Facility Fund for the collection of fees & payments of expenses. 119-24* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 7/22/2024

JULY 1, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on July 1, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 30-24 Honoring & celebrating Lorain Port & Finance on their 60th anniversary and their efforts making Lorain a city we can be proud of. 31-24 Amending Reso 10-23, Section II by modifying the ARPA distribution category. Ord. 104-24 Waiving permit fees for the Lorain Port Authority's Black River Landing Amphitheater Project. 105-24* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter into a subrecipient agreement w/ LMHA to provide financial support for the Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant Early Action Activity. 106-24* Est. the comp. & terms of emp. of the Police Captain/Deputy Chief of Police & replacing Ord 113-01, 227-02, 186-03, 19-08, 121-16, 17-17 & all ord's in conflict therewith. 107-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend Ord 234-22 to accept additional grant funds from the ODNR for the City's "Sunset Pier Park Project" 108-24* Auth the S/S Director to accept funds from Dean Marine & Excavating, Inc., for placement & processing of dredge material for deposit into a dedicated account created by the Auditor. 109-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisances by cutting noxious weeds during the 2024 calendar year. 110-24* Auth the Auditor to pay invoice submitted by BHP that invokes the Then and Now Process. 111-24* Auth the Auditor to pay invoice submitted by BHP that invokes the Then and Now Process. 112-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract with LifeCare Ambulance Service. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 7/10/2024

JUNE 17, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on June 17, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 27-24 Recognizing & commending the 2024 Lorain International Princesses and the Lorain International Association. 28-24 Recognizing the importance of bicycle safety in the City of Lorain. 29-24 Auth the S/S Director to waive the requirement for the installation of sidewalk at 2934 West Erie Ave. Ord. 97-24* Auth S/S Director to expend an additional sum not to exceed $60,000 for the remodeling of the Police dispatch center. 98-24* Approving the 2024 Annual Action Plan. 99-24 Auth & directing the S/S Director to purchase sodium chloride winter contract #018-25. 100-24* Auth the Mayor to submit application to the OPWC Integrating Committee for the Year 2026 funding for the replacement or rehab of certain roadways. (Round 39). 101-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an OWPCLF WRRSP Sponsorship Agreement. 102-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. during the current calendar year. 103-24* Auth the issuance & sale of notes, in anticipation of the issuance of bonds for a max of $2,000,000 for the purpose of road improvements to SR 611 & US Rt 6. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 6/20/2024

JUNE 12, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on June 12, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 96-24* Amending Ord 111-22, authorizing the operation of under-speed vehicles in the City of Lorain. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 6/20/2024

JUNE 3, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on June 3, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Ord. 89-24* Auth the S/S Director to purchase 1 3TS-8T Teleskid (T4) NA Series 3.2 at a total cost not to exceed $94,011.95. 90-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids & enter a contract for the purchase of up to 12 police vehicles. 91-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract w/ Fourth Economy Consulting to provide contractual services for a Comprehensive Housing Strategy Plan for the City's Consolidated Plan 2025-2030. 92-24* Accepting grant dollars from the Ohio Lead Safe Home Fund not to exceed $150,000 for the demo of structures in Lorain. 93-24* Adopting the National Register of Historical Places designation for the Broadway Historic District. 94-24* Assessing the cost of demolishing unsafe/nuisance structures during the 2024 calendar year. 95-24* Auth the Auditor to enter into a loan agreement w/ ODOT State Infrastructure Bank in the amount of $1,214,173 for local roadway project, Round 37, as originally approved in general terms in Ord. 57-24 on 5/6/24 & auth execution of all documents. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 6/5/2024

MAY 20, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on May 20, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 26-24 Recognizing & declaring the month of May “ALS Awareness Month”. Ord. 81-24* Auth the S/S Director to accept a grant from the Ohio EPA. 82-24* Auth the S/S Director to accept a grant from Lorain County Children and Families First Council. 83-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement w/ Terminal Ready Mix, Inc for the facility management of the Black River Dredge Material Reuse Facility. 84-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an OPCLF Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program Sponsorship Agreement. 85-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the purchase of 3 vehicles for the Utilities Dept. w/out competitive bid. 86-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the construction of the PQM WWTP improvements project. 87-24 Vacating, without petition, the easterly/westerly alley between the property line of 1059 Hamilton Avenue and the South property line of parcel 02-01-006-118-003. 88-24* Amending Ord. 265-23 & est the position of Assistant Street Superintendent, Section 16.4- benefits, compensation & terms of employment. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 5/28/2024

MAY 6, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on May 6, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 24-24 Recognizing & honoring General Brown for his nomination as Lorain’s 2024 Veteran of the Year. 25-24 Recognizing the North Central District of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. Ord. 54-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids & enter into an agrmt w/ an org for naming rights to the sports complex formerly known as Campana Park 55-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids & enter into an agrmt w/ an org for naming rights to the stadium formerly known as The Pipe Yard. 56-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise for bids & enter into an agrmt w/ an org for naming rights to the athletic turf softball field within the sports complex formerly known as Campana Park. 57-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contracts w/ the lowest & best bidders for the rehab of certain roadways in connection w/ OPWC round 37, contract A & B. 58-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract w/ Richland Engineering LTD., for prof services related to the design of the Tower Blvd improvements (Leavitt Rd to Oberlin Ave). 59-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter contract w/ Great Lakes Deconstruction for the demo of properties @ 842 E. St, 903 W. 17th, 123 W. 31st, 1837 E. 36th, 312 E 21st St, 1756 Oakdale Ave, 670 W. 14th St, 812 W. 23rd St, 1225 W. 9th St, 1034 Long Ave. 60-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter & deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk etc. 61-24 Est. Section 911.281 and Section 913.240 - Principal Landlord List. 62-24 Removing Section 911.590 Addendum: Listing of Charges. 63-24* Auth the S/S Director to purchase w/out competitive bid, a loader at the water purification plant. 64-24 Auth the S/S Director to negotiate & enter into a prof services contract(s) for multi-year asset management of water storage tanks & appurtenant facilities 65-24 Amending Section 15.3.5 (judges) of Ord 45-23. 66-24 Approving the proposed CBA between the City of Lorain & the United Steelworkers, Local 6621. 67-24* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by LFD that invokes the Then & Now certification exception process. 68-24* Appropriation. 69-24 Auth the S/S Director to accept the 2024 Healthy Places Grant from LCPH. 70-24 Amending Ord 134-04 by amending Sections 505.15, 549.08, 549.10 & by adding section 505.23 of the Lorain Codified Ordinances. 71-24* Auth the S/S Director to auth & purchase services for the replacement of MUD valves at the water purification plant. 72-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract for the remodeling of the LPD dispatch center. 73-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract with Irvin's Inc, for the Rosecliff Drive storm sewer outfall repair. 74-24* Assessing the cost of removal of bulk trash/litter/debris from nuisance properties during 2024. 75-24* Assessing the cost of demolishing unsafe/nuisance structures during 2024. 76-24 Repealing Ord 258-23 and establishing the compensations, benefits and terms of employment for all elected officials in the City of Lorain. 77-24* Auth the Auditor to pay an invoice submitted by the Fire Dept that invokes the Then and Now certification exception process. 78-24* Auth the appropriation of money for the purpose of temporarily advancing monies to provide for the ODOT required advance payment of the local share of the SR 611 project. 79-24* Appropriation. 80-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into agrmt w/ Xell, LLC to extend the period of time Xell, LLC has to cure its defaults pursuant to the development and grant agreements that currently exist. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 5/7/2024

APRIL 1, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on April 1, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 23-24 Directing the Lorain County BOE to submit a ballot question to the electors of the City of Lorain, changing the terms of the members & President of City Council from 2-year to 4-years. Ord 49-24* Auth the expenditure of additional funds for class action legal services provided by Wickens Herzer Panza. 50-24 Amending Ord 64-08, Section 351.03 of the Lorain Codified Ordinances. 51-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract w/ the State & execute said contract for resurfacing and pavement repair on Route 611. 52-24* Repealing Ord 148-08 and 47-13, and Chapter 136 of the codified ordinances of the City of Lorain "Fair Housing" and est. a new chapter 136. 53-24 Auth the Lorain Municipal Court to enter into agreement with SCUBE Inc. for consultation services for its case management system. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 4/4/2024

MARCH 25, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on March 18, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 21-24 Recognizing & declaring the month of March as "Women's History Month" in the City of Lorain. 22-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for grant funding from the State of Ohio Natureworks Program. Ord 44-24 Auth the S/S Director to accept the donation of $40,000 from Friends of South Lorain for Oakwood Pool expenses. Ord 45-24 Approving the Preliminary Development Plan for the Lorain Port & Finance Authority at 319 Black River Lane. 46-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into agreement for grant funding w/ the EPA for the Sunset Pier Park & Hot Waters project. 47-24* Amending Sec. 25.3.6 (Law Director) of Ord 186-23 which establishes the compensation, benefits. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 3/26/2024

MARCH 18, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on March 18, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

MARCH 4, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on March 4, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 19-24 Honoring, commending and celebrating El Centro de Servicios Sociales, Inc. for all of their efforts strengthening the Lorain community. 20-24 Auth the S/S Director to waive the requirement for the installation of City sidewalk at 6130 South Broadway. Ord. 38-24 Repealing Ord 109-23 & auth the S/S Director to create a new fund & receive grant funding for the planning and installation of charging and fueling infrastructure improvements. 39-24 Auth the app. for grant funding from the U.S. Dept of Trans. for the 2024 Raise Grant & auth the S/S Director to apply for & enter into an agreement. 40-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend the grant agreement auth by ord. 94-22 for the Black River Dredge Material Reuse Facility. 41-24* Auth the Lorain Municipal Court to enter into an agreement with a special process server. 42-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisance by removing litter and deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk, etc. 43-24* Auth the Fire Chief to accept the grant award from the State of Ohio, Bureau of Workers Compensation Protective Grant. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 3/5/2024

FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on February 19, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 15-24 Recognizing & commending Rhoda Lee for her lifelong dedication and community support in the City of Lorain. 16-24* Approving the necessity of acquiring, constructing & improving certain public improvements in Lorain with the Lorain, Elyria Township Energy Special Improvement District. 17-24* Confirming the removal of certain property assessed clean energy special assessments in cooperation with the Lorain Energy Special Improvement District. 18-24* Concurring with the expenditure of $695,220.00 of ARPA Funds by the City of Lorain. Ord. 24-24* Determining to proceed with the acquisition, construction & improvement of certain public improvements in Lorain, in cooperation with the Lorain, Elyria Twp ESID. 25-24* Auth the Mayor & Auditor to enter into an Energy Project Cooperative Agreement & a special assessment agreement levying special assessments for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, equipping and improving certain public improvements in Lorain in cooperation with the Lorain, Elyria Twp ESID. 26-24* Auth the Clerk of Court to enter into a contract with the Law Offices of Robert A. Schuerger Co., LPA for collection services. 27-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement for grant funding for the construction of the 2027 SRTS Program. 28-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter an agreement for Formula Grant Funding for the Improvement of 6 signals. 29-24* Auth the S/S Director to amend the agreement auth by Ord 228-23 w/ Coldwater Consulting, LLC, for prof services related to the Sunset Pier Park Planning and Assessment Project. 30-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with Coldwater Consulting, LLC, for prof services related to the Pellet Terminal Structural Assessment. 31-24* Removing special assessments from real property. 32-24* Auth & directing the S/S Director to enter into a contract with the YMCA for the operation of the City Pool located at Oakwood Park. 33-24* Auth the Auditor to pay invoices submitted by the Utilities Dept that invoke the then and now certification exception process. 34-24* Levying special assessments for the construction of sidewalks on E. Erie Ave. 35-24* Levying special assessments for the construction of sidewalks in the City of Lorain. 36-24* Appropriation. 37-24 Approving the proposed CBA between Lorain and FOP, Ohio Labor Council Inc., Telecommunicator/Information Officers/Corrections Officers and Records Officers. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) - Posted 2/26/2024

FEBRUARY 5, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on February 5, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 12-24 Recognizing & commending Lorain City Hall mail carrier, Paul Callahan. 13-24 Auth the Mayor to accept the 2024 NOPEC Community Event Sponsorship Program Award. 14-24* Declaring the office of the City Treasurer as the City Official responsible for est. all ACH arrangements. Ord. 14-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into agreement with Napoli Shkolnik PLLC., for prof. legal services. 15-24* Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agreement with Napoli Shkolnik PLLC for prof. legal services. 16-24 Repealing Ord 255-23 and auth the S/S Director to make application to ODOT for 90/10 funding for planned safety improvements at various locations in Lorain. 17-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract for the partial removal and replacement of sidewalks near Longfellow Middle School. 18-24 Amending Ord 46-17, Section III, updating pay rates or original ord. (Seasonal Employees) 19-24 Auth the Mayor to accept the 2024 NOPEC Energized Community Grant. 20-24* Assessing the cost of the removal of bulk trash / litter / debris from nuisance properties during the 2023 calendar year. 21-24* Assessing the cost of abating nuisances by cutting noxious weeds. 22-24* Auth the Auditor to pay invoices submitted by S/S & Public Properties Depts. that invoke the then and now certification exception process. 23-24 Approving the CBA between the City of Lorain and the IAFF Local 267. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 2/7/2024

JANUARY 16, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 16, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws

Reso. 2-24 Honoring and celebrating Nikole Barfield-Davis and General Johnnie Wilson Middle School for all of their hard work encouraging students to Stay in the Game! 3-24 Recognizing & commending Robin Smith for her dedication and leadership, serving as Girl Scout Leader and role model for girls in the City of Lorain. 4-24 Recognizing and commending Mary Springowski for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 5-24 Recognizing and commending Mitchell Fallis for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 6-24 Recognizing and commending Rey Carrion for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 7-24 Recognizing and commending Cory Shawver for outstanding public service as a member of Lorain City Council. 8-24* Repealing resolution 49-23 and authorizing the Board of Elections to withdraw the item from the March 19, 2024, Primary Election Ballot. 9-24* Appointing members to the Local Board of Tax Review. 10-24 Auth the S/S Director to sell municipally owned personal property that is not needed for public use or which is obsolete or unfit for City use by internet auction. 11-24* Appointing a member to the local Board of Tax Review pursuant to Lorain Codified Ordinance Section 192.18. Ord. 5-24* Auth the Police Chief to accept the award of the 2022 Project Safe Neighborhood (North) Grant. 6-24 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an MOU between the City and Lorain FOP Lodge 3, in accordance w/ the provisions of Article 40 of the CBA. 7-24 Accepting the plat of Sandy Springs Subdivision No. 4. 8-24 Auth the ingress/egress easement located at 2630 Colorado Ave. be vacated. 9-24* Auth the S/S Director to apply for and receive, if awarded, grant funding from ODNR, Ohio Urban Forestry Grant Program. 10-24 Auth the S/S Director to accept federal funding for the rehab of certain federal aid roadways. 11-24* Auth the Auditor to pay invoices submitted by the Fire Dept. that invokes the then and now exception certification process. 12-24* Appropriation. 13-24 Approving the proposed development Plan for Broadway Commons Development in the City of Lorain. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 1/23/2024

JANUARY 2, 2024
The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on January 2, 2024. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 (Breanna_Dull@cityoflorain.org). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso. 1-24* Enacting the Rules of Council from 1/1/2024 through 12/31/2025, repealing Reso #s 1-22, 7-22 & 40-23. Ord. 1-24 Ord auth the Police Chief, through the Mayor, to apply for and receive, if awarded, grant funding from the ODNR, 2024 Marine Patrol Assistance Program. 2-24* Auth the S/S Director to advertise & enter into a contract for a 2-year period w/ 2 optional 1-year extensions for the purchase of stone and disposal of concrete for the Utilities Dept. 3-24* Auth S/S Director to enter into a contract w/ Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMO) for the renewal of health benefits plan which was administered by MMO & Stop-Loss Coverage. 4-25* Auth S/S Director to enter into Prof Services Agreement w/ Assured Partners to be exclusive broker of record for the Lorain employees' insurance plans. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.) -Posted 1/8/2024

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