On the agenda: Norwood City Council Regular Meeting — Automated License Plate (Oct 27)

NORWOOD CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
4645 MONTGOMERY RD.
NORWOOD, OH 45212
October 27, 2026
7:00 PM
A)

CALL TO ORDER

B)

MOMENT OF REFLECTION

C)

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

D) ROLL CALL
E)

AMENDMENT OF AGENDA

F)

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING

•

October 13, 2026

G) REQUEST TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
H) PUBLIC HEARINGS
I)

SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
1)

J)

Automated License Plate Reader — NPD report — Chief Klingelhoffer

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL
1)

Finance, Budget, Audit & Claims — October 14, 2026

2)

Streets, Housing & Health — October 15, 2026

K)

ADMINISTRATION REPORTS

L)

THIRD READING OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
1)

ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 919.16, 955.01, AND 955.02 OF THE NORWOOD CODIFIED
ORDINANCES TO ADDRESS CONSTRUCTION DUMPSTERS AND STORAGE CONTAINERS ON
PRIVATE PROPERTY

M) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
N) INTRODUCTORY READING OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
1)

ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY

2)

ORDINANCE TO CHANGE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE YEAR 2026, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY

3)

RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET
COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO
THE COUNTY AUDITOR

4)

A RESOLUTION DECLARING IT TO BE THE DESIRE OF COUNCIL THAT HALLOWEEN TRICK-ORTREAT BE CELEBRATED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 6:00 P.M. AND 8:00 P.M., ON SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 31, 2026

5)

A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NOAH POWERS III FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF NORWOOD
AS SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY

O) UNFINISHED BUSINESS
P)

NEW BUSINESS

Q) COMMUNICATIONS
R)

EXCUSE ABSENT MEMBERS

S)

ADJOURNMENT

"Gem of the Highlands"
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Norwood City Council

Council Chambers | Norwood City Hall

4645 Montgomery Road | Norwood, Ohio 45212

October 13, 2026 | 7:00pm

A) CALL TO ORDER
The Council for the City of Norwood met in a regular session on the above date with Mr. Joseph Geers
presiding. The meeting opened with a moment of reflection, a moment of silence for Norwood Teacher,
Mrs. Melissa Stacy, and the Pledge of Allegiance.
B) MOMENT OF REFLECTION
C) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D) ROLL CALL
On roll call, the following members answered present: Ms. Franzen, Ms. Hoover, Mr. Provins, Ms. Bowling,
Mr. Moore, Mr. Girton, and Ms. Leichty.
E) AMENDMENT OF AGENDA
There were several changes made to the agenda, including adding minutes to the agenda from the special
council meeting, a Finance committee report, and a special presentation featuring Fire Chief, McCabe.
On a motion made by Ms. Hoover, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to amend the agenda as stated. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
F) MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• September 22,2026
• October 6, 2026
On a motion made by Ms. Franzen, seconded by Mr. Girton it was moved to approve and accept both sets of
minutes as if read. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
G) REQUEST TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
1) Arleace Green
RE: SBA Disaster Programs
Arleace Green shared information regarding opportunities for financial relief for small businesses
located in Norwood of August 10-22, 2026 storms that affected areas.
2) Sonny James
RE: Come Together
Sonny James, 4305 Ashland Avenue, shared information regarding his daughter and her education.
Mr. James shared information about an event his daughter is leading on Saturday, October 17, at the
Lower Millcrest Park. Mr. James also shared condolences to Ms. Stacy’s family and friends. Lastly, Mr.
James shared additional information and asked for City administrators, council members, Fire/Police,
and residents to support the Come Together event on October 17.
3) Sunni James
RE: Come Together
Sunni James, minor, shared information regarding her event on October 17, at the Come Together
event. Sunni shared her condolences with the Stacy family.
H) PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no public hearings.
I) SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
1) Thomas McCabe, Fire Department
Chief McCabe swore in Firefighters, with 3 promotions, and 2 new Firefighters. The promotion of
Lieutenant Erik Blevins to Captain, FAO Dan Siciliano to Lieutenant, and Firefighter/Medic Dan
Sanders to ATO. There were two Firefighters hired, Zak Schlachter and Ben Kroeger.
J) REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL
1) Finance, Budget, Audit & Claims – September 23, 2026
On a motion made by Ms. Hoover, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to accept the committee
report. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
K) ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Mayor Schneider, shared updates regarding weekly reports and projects shared. Mayor Schneider shared
the Safety-Service Director has been working with ODOT for paving, the Wyler Group Expansion, and the
Emergency Management partnership. Mayor Schneider also shared information regarding the Budget
Director, Clint Zimmerman and funding opportunities, that have been sought out. Mayor Schneider shared
street updates, regarding paving projects in 2027. There are additional projects regarding paving and
street maintenance, the city is currently waiting for funds to be received to move forward with these
projects. Mayor Schneider also shared information regarding the Home Tour on October 17. Mayor
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Schneider shared the Norwood High School Marching Band qualified for the state competition; this is the
first time in 11 years. Lastly, Mayor Schneider shared that the Safety-Service Director, Noah Powers will
be leaving the City of Norwood on November 12, 2026.
James Bonsall, City Treasurer, shared the City of Norwood received forty thousand dollars ($40,000) from
the Cannabis fund this month. The total amount of funds the City of Norwood has received from the
Cannabis Fund is one million dollars ($1,000,000).
Ken Miracle, City Auditor, shared an update regarding the Hamilton County Auditor’s Conference, where
4 members of City Council and the Auditor’s office were able to attend. Mr. Miracle also shared updates
regarding a report with Paylocity and SSI, with fixes to the report. There was an end of month review with
the Treasurer’s and Budget office.
Keith Moore, Law Director, did not have any updates.
L) THIRD READING OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
1) AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE
OPTION AGREEMENT WITH LOVE CITY CHURCH REGARDING THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2100 ELM AVENUE; AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF NECESSARY FUNDS; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Ms. Franzen, seconded by Ms. Hoover, it was moved to have the third
reading. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Ms. Bowling, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
M) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
1) ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON THE USE OF FIXED AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE
READERS AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Ms. Bowling, seconded by Ms. Hoover, it was moved to suspend the rules and
have the final two readings. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
Ms. Bowling shared information regarding the reasoning as to suspending the rules, with the misuse
of searches for Flock Camera. Ms. Bowling did follow up with the Police Chief and is awaiting
responses regarding the concerns and reasons for use being submitted as “nunya.” Ms. Hoover
asked questions to administration, regarding the removal of flock cameras. The Mayor did respond
and stated, he will most likely veto this ordinance and he shared concerns of where the information
is coming from and the Police Officer who input the concerning information.
On a motion made by Ms. Bowling, seconded by Ms. Hoover, it was moved to pass the ordinance.
All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
2) ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 919.16, 955.01, AND 955.02 OF THE NORWOOD CODIFIED
ORDINANCES TO ADDRESS CONSTRUCTION DUMPSTERS AND STORAGE CONTAINERS ON PRIVATE
PROPERTY
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Ms. Hoover, it was moved to have the second
reading. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
N) INTRODUCTORY READING OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
1) ORDINANCE TO CHANGE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE YEAR 2026 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Ms. Franzen, it was moved to suspend the rules and
have all three readings. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed
2) ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 17-2020, ENTITLED AN “ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR OR SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A LETTER AGREEMENT WITH THOMAS
MCCABE TO SERVE AS FIRE CHIEF CONSISTENT WITH THE TERMS OF ATTACHED EXHIBIT A, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY,” AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Ms. Bowling, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to suspend the rules and
have all three readings. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
On a motion made by Ms. Hoover, seconded by Ms. Bowling, it was moved to pass the ordinance.
All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed
3) AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EARLY PAYMENT OF AMOUNTS DUE UNDER ORDINANCE 17-2020,
INCLUDING FIRE CHIEF IN THE CITY’S GENERAL SALARY ORDINANCE, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Mr. Moore, seconded by Ms. Franzen, it was moved to suspend the rules and
have all three readings. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
On a motion made by Ms. Bowling, seconded by Mr. Girton, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed

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4) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORWOOD
AND CARL H. AND EDYTH B. LINDNER FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT PARKS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Ms. Hoover, it was moved to suspend the rules and
have all three readings. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Ms. Leichty, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
5) A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION OF $3,500 FROM THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 123, IN
THE CITY OF NORWOOD, OHIO. FOR THE PURCHASE OF SENIOR LUNCHES AT THE
COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
On a motion made by Ms. Hoover, seconded by Ms. Bowling, it was moved to suspend the rules and
have all three readings. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
On a motion made by Mr. Girton seconded by Ms. Hoover, it was moved to pass the resolution. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
O) UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mr. Moore shared an update regarding the Bike Bus passing through Norwood to Norwood Montessori
School. Mr. Moore also shared gratitude to the Police and the city for their support. Mr. Provins shared
the Norwood Civic Council will be meeting this Saturday at City Hall. Ms. Hoover shared an update
pertaining to the composting center diverting 20,000 pounds of waste.
P) NEW BUSINESS
Ms. Franzen shared updates regarding the Gem of the Highlands 5K, being hosted in November. Ms.
Franzen shared that the funds donated to the city for park maintenance and upkeep, that exceed
$100,000 over the past nine years. Ms. Hoover shared many updates, Found Village has purchased a
building in Norwood, called the Imagine Center, with supplemental education opportunities for youth.
Ms. Hoover also shared the Ross Avenue update regarding $800,000 from OKI for a simple saving project
with paving. Mr. Moore shared an update regarding a park clean up, with gratitude to City
administrators (Darren Hackworth) and Norwood residents that volunteered. Mr. Moore also shared
there would be an additional clean up date, for Burwood Park on Sunday, October 18. Ms. Hoover
shared there would be a Streets Meeting on Thursday (October 15), with the Metropolitan Sewer
District with a request for city administrators to be present. Ms. Hoover shared an update on “how to
buy a house” class, it is a program offered at the Norwood Public Library. Ms. Hoover is looking to
partner with the Brighton Center to bring this program back to Norwood to assist with homeownership.
Ms. Hoover also shared updates regarding the Auditor’s class. Mr. Geers shared that there will be a
Committee of the Whole on November 17, 2026 in Council Chambers at 6PM.
Q) COMMUNICATIONS
1) Mayor Victor Schneider – Re: September Mayor’s Court Fines
On a motion made by Ms. Franzen, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to receive and file the
communication as if read. All members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.
R) EXCUSE ABSENT MEMBERS
There were no absent council members.
S) ADJOURNMENT
On a motion made by Mr. Girton, seconded by Ms. Franzen, it was moved to adjourn the meeting. All
members present voted, “yes.” The motion passed.

_______________________
Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

__________________________
Joseph S. Geers
President of Council

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ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 919.16, 955.01, AND 955.02 OF THE
NORWOOD CODIFIED ORDINANCES TO ADDRESS CONSTRUCTION
DUMPSTERS AND STORAGE CONTAINERS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY
WHEREAS, Section 919.16, entitled “Minimizing the Impacts of Work in the Rights of
Way”, regulates the temporary placement of dumpsters and other equipment in the right of way,
but does not address placement on private property; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 955 of the Norwood Codified Ordinances, including Sections
955.01, entitled “Use and Approval”, and 955.02, entitled, “Compliance with Specifications”,
regulates the use of relatively permanent placement of dumpsters and trash receptacles on private
property, but not temporary use for construction purposes; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to address the placement of construction dumpsters and large
portable storage/shipping containers that remain on private property for extended and unnecessary
periods of time to the detriment of the health, safety and welfare of the residents of Norwood; and
WHEREAS, the Norwood Health Department has been replaced by a different body
named the Norwood Board of Health, necessitating the updating of Sections 955.001 and 955.02;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Norwood,
Hamilton County, Ohio, that Sections 919.16, 955.01 and 955.02 of the Norwood Codified
Ordinances are amended, as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 919.16 of the Norwood Codified Ordinances, entitled “919.16,
entitled “Minimizing the Impacts of Work in the Rights of Way”, is hereby amended to change
subsection (c)(3) and add new (c)(4) to read as follows:
919.16 MINIMIZING THE IMPACTS OF WORK IN THE RIGHTS OF WAY.
(a) Call Before Digging. Permittees shall be responsible to “call before you dig.” (Ohio
Utility Protection Service, 1-800-362-2764). The Ohio Revised Code §3781.28 states that
within forty eight (48) hours of receiving notice under §3781.28 of the Revised Code, each
utility shall locate and mark the approximate location of its underground utility facilities
at the excavation site. If a utility does not mark its underground utility facilities or contact
the excavator within forty eight (48) hours of receiving notice under §3781.28 of the
Revised Code, the utility is deemed to have given notice that it does not have any facilities
at the excavation site.
(b) Noise, Dust, Debris, Hours of Work. Each Permittee shall conduct Work in such
manner as to avoid unnecessary inconvenience and annoyance to the general public and
occupants of neighboring property. In the performance of the Work, the Permittee shall
take appropriate measures to reduce noise, dust, and unsightly debris as directed by
ordinance or as requested by the Service Director. No Work shall be done between the
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. nor at any time on Sunday or as directed by ordinance,
except with the written permission of the Service Director, or in case of an emergency.
(c) Trash and Construction Materials. Each Permittee shall maintain the Work site so
that:
(1) Trash and construction materials are contained so that they are not blown off of
the construction site.
(2) Trash is removed from a construction site often enough so that it does not become
a health, fire, or safety hazard.

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(3) Trash dumpsters, portable storage or shipping containers eight (8) feet or more in
length, and storage or construction trailers are not placed in the street without specific
approval of the Service Director. Trash dumpsters, containers, and trailers shall not take
up more than two (2) parking spaces, shall not block any driveways, and must be removed
if any right-of-way work is scheduled.
(4) Trash dumpsters, portable storage or shipping containers eight (8) feet or more in
length, and storage or construction trailers are not placed on private property for more
than fourteen (14) days without written approval of the Building Commissioner.
(d) Deposit of Dirt and Material on Roadways. Each Permittee shall utilize their best
efforts to eliminate the tracking of mud or debris upon any street or sidewalk. Streets and
sidewalks shall be cleaned of mud and debris at the end of each day. All equipment and
trucks tracking mud and debris into the Right-of-Way shall be cleaned of mud and debris
at the end of each day or as directed by the Service Director.
(e) Protection of Trees and Landscaping. Each Permittee shall protect trees, landscape,
and landscape features as required by the City. All protective measures shall be provided
at the expense of the Permittee.
(f) Protection of Paved Surfaces From Equipment Damage. Backhoe equipment
outriggers shall be fitted with rubber pads whenever outriggers are placed on any paved
surface. Tracked vehicles that will damage pavement surfaces are not permitted on paved
surface unless specific precautions are taken to protect the surface. The Permittee will be
responsible for any damage caused to the pavement by the operation of such equipment
and, shall repair such surfaces. Failure to do so will result in the use of the applicant's
performance/warranty guarantee by the City to repair any damage, and, possibly, the
requirement of additional warrantee(s).
(g) Protection of Property. Each Permittee shall protect from injury any adjoining
property by providing adequate support and taking other necessary measures. The
Permittee shall, at its own expense, shore up and protect all buildings, walls, fences or
other property likely to be damaged during the Work, and shall be responsible for all
damage to public or private property resulting from failure to properly protect and carry
out Work in the public way.
(h) Clean-Up. As the Work progresses, all public rights of way and private property shall
be thoroughly cleaned of all rubbish, excess dirt, rock, and other debris. All clean-up
operations shall be done at the expense of the Permittee.
(i) Preservation of Monuments. A Permittee shall not disturb any surface monuments,
property marks or survey hubs and points found on the line of Work unless approval is
obtained from the Service Director. Any monuments, hubs, and points disturbed will be
replaced by a Ohio Registered Land Surveyor at the Permittee's expense.
(j) Parking. Each Permittee shall make provisions for employee and construction vehicle
parking so that neighborhood parking adjacent to a Work site is not impacted.
(k) Walkways. Each Permittee shall maintain an adequate and safe unobstructed
walkway around a construction site or blocked sidewalk.
(l) Snow/Ice Removal. Each Permittee shall clear all snow and ice hazards from public
sidewalks at the Work site by noon following a snowfall.
(m) Sanitary Facilities. Each Permittee shall provide necessary sanitary facilities for
workers. The location of such facilities shall be approved by the City in the Permit.
SECTION 2. Section 955.01 of the Norwood Codified Ordinances, entitled “Use and
Approval”, is hereby amended to read as follows:
955.01 USE AND APPROVAL.
(a) Dumpsters may be used as (1) collection receptacles for refuse and garbage within
the City limits or (2) temporary receptacles for trash and construction materials as
provided in Section 919.16.
(b) No person shall hereafter cause a dumpster to be put into use on his residence,
business premises, enterprise or establishment without first securing approval of the
proposed use and specifications from the Norwood Board of Health or, in the case of
temporary use, from the Norwood Building Department.

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SECTION 3. Section 955.02 of the Norwood Codified Ordinances, entitled “Compliance
with Specifications”, is hereby amended to read as follows:
955.02 COMPLIANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS.
Dumpsters or containers used for the storage of rubbish, garbage, grease and
recyclables shall meet all of the following specifications:
(a) Dumpsters shall be watertight.
(b) Dumpsters shall be made of a suitable material approved by the Norwood Board
of Health.
(c) Dumpsters being placed for the first time upon a given premises shall be new or
cleaned thoroughly and in good repair.
(d) Dumpsters serving residential dwelling units shall have, as minimum capacity, six
cubic feet of space per dwelling unit served thereby.
(e) Dumpsters being placed for the first time upon a given premises shall be placed
upon a concrete slab. Dumpsters that are currently located upon a blacktop, asphalt or
macadam surface are not required to be placed upon a concrete slab, provided that the
blacktop, asphalt or macadam surface supporting the dumpster is in good condition.
However, any dumpster that is located on a blacktop, asphalt or macadam surface shall
be relocated to a concrete slab at such time as the blacktop, asphalt or macadam surface
supporting the dumpster deteriorates to the point of requiring resurfacing. At such point,
the dumpster shall be placed upon a concrete slab. Such concrete slab shall be approved
by an official of the Building Department.
(f) Wooden fencing, concrete, block, chain link fence with the metal slats, or other
materials accepted by the Health Commissioner, which are of sufficient height and width
to shield the dumpster from the public view shall be maintained. Existing dumpsters shall
meet the provisions of this subsection within three years after the effective date of this
subsection.
(g) Dumpsters shall be constructed and maintained with lids and/or doors which are
capable of being completely closed and fastened shut.
(h) Except when rubbish and garbage is being loaded into or emptied out of the
dumpster, the lids and doors shall be kept closed and fastened shut with a latch or similar
mechanism.
(i) Dumpsters serving establishments other than residential dwelling units shall be kept
closed and/or secured, except when rubbish and garbage is being loaded into or emptied
out of the dumpster. Dumpsters serving residential dwelling units shall not be kept locked
unless each tenant is issued a key to the dumpster.
(j) Dumpsters being placed upon streets for the removal of demolition, building or
remodeling debris shall remain upon the street for no more than five days from date of
placement thereon, including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Such dumpsters shall be
exempt from the requirements set forth in subsections (a) through (i) hereof.
(k) Dumpsters shall be placed in a location accessible to the pick-up truck which
empties the dumpster, such that the pick-up truck shall not be forced to drive over any
street curb in order to service the dumpster.

PASSED: _________________________
Date

____________________________________
Joseph Geers
President of Council

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ATTEST:
Kelsi Goins, Clerk of Council, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this
ordinance was passed at a regular/special meeting of Norwood City Council on the _____ day of
_____________, 2026, in compliance with the rules of Norwood City Council and the laws of the
State of Ohio. The foregoing ordinance was submitted to the Mayor of the City of Norwood, Ohio
for his signature on the _____ day of _____________________, 2026.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

APPROVED: ______________________
Date

Victor Schneider, Mayor

CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this ordinance was published
on the City of Norwood’s website-news page at https://www.norwoodohio.gov/426/Legislation
and the City of Norwood’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NorwoodOhio.gov on
____________ and
.

____________________________________
Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

1st Reading ________________________
Date
2nd Reading ________________________
Date
3rd Reading ________________________
Date
All 3 Readings _____________________
Date
Tabled ____________________________
Date
Vetoed ____________________________
Date

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City of Norwood Request for Ordinance, Resolution, Amendment, or Repeal
Date of Request: 9/16/2026

Date Needed: 9/22/2026

Request(s) should be submitted by the Wednesday, at noon, before date needed for Council, earlier if possible.

Requested By:
Contact:

Susan Hoover

Document Requested:

Amendment

Executive Summary of document needed:
If an amendment or repeal request, list existing Ordinance Number(s)/Section(s) of Ordinance to be amended or repealed, etc. (or attach
documents and/or copies as appropriate

There is no legislation for how long these dumpsters can be on someone's property. Please prepare an
ordinance to address this

Action Requested:

Non-Emergency - Three Readings with 30 Day Effectivity
If Emergency clause or suspension of rules for all three readings is needed, explain:

Special Notes/Instructions
Language is a result of discussions with Law and Building Departments.

Keith D Moore, Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4585 / 513-258-5483

Tim Garry, Jr., Assistant Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4588 / 513-312-1275 (rev. 01/09/2018)

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ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Norwood previously established a dedicated
Capital Projects Fund for Street Improvements pursuant to Resolution 33-2026 for the acquisition,
construction, or improvement of fixed asset projects, streets, and other right-of-way
improvements; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to transfer $646,700.00 from the General Fund to Capital
Projects Fund for Street Improvements for the payment of current obligations of the City of
Norwood; now, therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Norwood, State of Ohio:
SECTION 1. That there be and is hereby transferred from the General Fund (1001-081159000) to the Capital Projects Fund for Street Improvements (4050-0000-57600) the sum of Six
Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Dollars ($646,700.00).
SECTION 2. The City Auditor shall make the necessary entries in the books and records
of their office to reflect the transfer of funds from the General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund.
SECTION 3. This ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency ordinance and a
measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and general
welfare and shall go into effect forthwith. The reason for said emergency is the necessity to pay
current obligations of the City.

PASSED_________________________
Date

____________________________________
Joseph S. Geers
President of Council

ATTEST:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this ordinance was passed at
a regular/special meeting of Norwood City Council on the _____ day of
_____________________, 2026, in compliance with the rules of Norwood City Council and the
laws of the State of Ohio. The foregoing ordinance was submitted to the Mayor of the City of
Norwood, Ohio for his signature on the _____ day of _____________________, 2026.

____________________________________
Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

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APPROVED___________________
Date

Victor Schneider
Mayor

CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this ordinance was published
on the City of Norwood's website page at https://norwoodohio.gov/426/Legislation and the City
of Norwood's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NorwoodOhio.Gov on
and
.

____________________________
Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

1st Reading ________________________
Date
2nd Reading ________________________
Date
3rd Reading ________________________
Date
All 3 Readings _____________________
Date
Tabled ____________________________
Date
Vetoed ____________________________
Date

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City of Norwood Request for Ordinance, Resolution, Amendment, or Repeal
Date of Request: 10/19/2026

Date Needed: 10/27/2026

Request(s) should be submitted by the Wednesday, at noon, before date needed for Council, earlier if possible.

Requested By:
Contact:

Clint Zimmerman

Document Requested:

Ordinance

[email protected]

Executive Summary of document needed:
Ordinance approving the transfer of $646,700.00 from the Transfers Out of General Fund key (1001-081159000) to the newly created Capital Projects Fund for Street Improvements (4050-0000-57600) and
declaring an emergency
If an amendment or repeal request, list existing Ordinance Number(s)/Section(s) of Ordinance to be amended or repealed, etc. (or attach
documents and/or copies as appropriate

Action Requested:

Emergency - Three Readings at One Meeting with Immediate Effectivity
If Emergency clause or suspension of rules for all three readings is needed, explain:

Special Notes/Instructions
This is to fund the Cap. Impr. Fund with the amount set out in the current FRP.

Keith D Moore, Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4585 / 513-258-5483

Tim Garry, Jr., Assistant Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4588 / 513-312-1275 (rev. 01/09/2018)

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ORDINANCE TO CHANGE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE YEAR 2026,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY

WHEREAS, Council wishes to increase and/or decrease appropriation line items for
2026; now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Norwood, State of Ohio, that:
SECTION 1. The appropriations line items are increased and/or decreased as follows:
See Attached Exhibit “A”
SECTION 2. This ordinance is hereby declared an emergency ordinance and a measure
necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and general welfare,
and shall go into effect forthwith. The reason for said emergency is to increase and/or decrease
certain appropriation line items.

PASSED_________________________
Date

____________________________________
Joseph S. Geers
President of Council

ATTEST:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this ordinance was passed at
a regular/special meeting of Norwood City Council on the _____ day of
_____________________, 2026, in compliance with the rules of Norwood City Council and the
laws of the State of Ohio. The foregoing ordinance was submitted to the Mayor of the City of
Norwood, Ohio for his signature on the _____ day of _____________________, 2026.

____________________________________
Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

APPROVED___________________
Date

Victor Schneider
Mayor

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CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this ordinance was published
on the City of Norwood's website page at https://norwoodohio.gov/426/Legislation and the City
of Norwood's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NorwoodOhio.Gov on
and
.
_______________________________
Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

1st Reading ________________________
Date
2nd Reading ________________________
Date
3rd Reading ________________________
Date
All 3 Readings _____________________
Date
Tabled ____________________________
Date
Vetoed ____________________________
Date

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10/27/2026
EXHIBIT A
Increase In Permanent Appropriations to the following funds:

1001-0890-57300
4050-0000-57600
1001-0950-57300

Community Center Materials and
supplies
Cap. Proj. Fund Adult Use Tax
Norcomm Materials and Supplies

$
$
$

3,500.00
646,700.00
1,000.00

Community Center Capital
Transfers out of General Fund
Public Lands & Bldg.

$
$
$

(3,500.00)
(646,700.00)
(1,000.00)

Decrease In Permanent Appropriations to the following funds:
1001-0890-57600
1001-0811-59000
1001-0911-57600

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City of Norwood Request for Ordinance, Resolution, Amendment, or Repeal
Date of Request: 10/20/2026

Date Needed: 10/27/2026

Request(s) should be submitted by the Wednesday, at noon, before date needed for Council, earlier if possible.

Requested By:
Contact:

Clint Zimmerman

Document Requested:

Ordinance

[email protected]

Executive Summary of document needed:
Ordinance authorizing a change to the permanent appropriations for 2026 and declaring an emergency.
If an amendment or repeal request, list existing Ordinance Number(s)/Section(s) of Ordinance to be amended or repealed, etc. (or attach
documents and/or copies as appropriate

Action Requested:

Emergency - Three Readings at One Meeting with Immediate Effectivity
If Emergency clause or suspension of rules for all three readings is needed, explain:

Special Notes/Instructions
Changes will be listed in Exhibit A. Transfer of funds from General Fund to the Capital Projects for Street
Improvements Fund as approved in the FRP. Movement of funds from Community Center Capital to
Materials and Supplies to make the amount from the donation from the American Legion available for use.
Movement of funds from Public Lands & Bldgs. to Norcomm Materials and Supplies for supplies until the
end of the year.

Keith D Moore, Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4585 / 513-258-5483

Tim Garry, Jr., Assistant Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4588 / 513-312-1275 (rev. 01/09/2018)

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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY
THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES
AND CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR
Norwood City Council
Rev. Code, Sec. 5705.34
The Council of the City of Norwood, Hamilton County, Ohio, met in Regular Session on
the
day of
, 2026, in Council Chambers,
with the following members present:
Ms. Bowling
Mr. Moore
Mr. Girton
Ms. Leichty

_______
_______
_______
_______

Ms. Hoover
Ms. Franzen
Mr. Provins

_______
_______
_______

WHEREAS, this Council, in accordance with the provisions of law, has previously
adopted a Tax Budget for the next succeeding fiscal year commencing January 1, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Budget Commission of Hamilton County, Ohio, has certified its action
thereon to this Council together with an estimate by the County Auditor of the rate of each tax
necessary to be levied by this Council and what part thereof is without, and what part within the
ten-mill tax limitation; now therefore be it,
RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Norwood, Hamilton County, Ohio, that the
amounts and rates, as determined by the Budget Commission in its certification, be and the same
are hereby accepted; and be it further,
RESOLVED, that there be and is hereby levied on the tax duplicate of said City of
Norwood the rate of each tax necessary to be levied within and without the ten-mill limitation as
follows:
“See Attached Schedules A & B”
And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Clerk of Council be, and is hereby directed to certify a copy of this
Resolution to the County Auditor of Hamilton County, Ohio.
seconded the Resolution, and the roll being called
upon its adoption, the vote resulted as follows:
Ms. Bowling
Mr. Moore
Mr. Girton
Mr. Leichty
Adopted the

_______
_______
_______
_______
day of

Ms. Hoover
Ms. Franzen
Mr. Provins

_______
_______
_______

, 2026.

PASSED
Date

Joseph S. Geers
President of Council

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ATTEST:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this resolution was passed at
a regular/special meeting of Norwood City Council on the
day of
, 2026, in compliance with the rules of Norwood City Council and the laws of the State of Ohio.
The foregoing Resolution was submitted to the Mayor of the City of Norwood, Ohio for his
signature on the ___________ day of _____________________, 2026.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

APPROVED
Date

Victor Schneider
Mayor

CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this resolution was published
on the City of Norwood’s website-news page at https://norwoodohio.gov/news and the City of
Norwood’s
Facebook
page
at
https://www.facebook.com/NorwoodOhio.gov
on
and
.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

RESOLUTION READINGS:
1st Reading ________________________
Date
2nd Reading ________________________
Date
3rd Reading ________________________
Date
All 3 Readings _____________________
Date
Tabled ____________________________
Date
Vetoed ____________________________
Date

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CERTIFICATE TO COPY
ORIGINAL ON FILE

THE STATE OF OHIO, HAMILTON COUNTY,
I, Kelsi Goins, Clerk of the Council of the City of Norwood, within and for said County,
and in whose custody the Files and Records of said Council are required by the laws of the State
of Ohio to be kept, do hereby certify that the foregoing is taken and copied from the original
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE
BUDGET COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND
CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR now on file, that the foregoing has been
compared by me with said original document, and that the same is a true and correct copy thereof.
WITNESS my signature, this

day of

, 2026.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council
1. A copy of this Resolution must be certified to the County Auditor before the first day of
October, or at such later date as may be approved by the Board of Tax Appeals.

Receipt
Adopted

, 2026.

Clerk of Council

Filed

, 2026.

Jessica E. Miranda, Hamilton County Auditor
____________________________________
By: Deputy

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A RESOLUTION DECLARING IT TO BE THE DESIRE OF COUNCIL THAT
HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-TREAT BE CELEBRATED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF
6:00 P.M. AND 8:00 P.M., ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026

WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Norwood and the Norwood Police Division have
determined that Halloween trick-or-treat should be celebrated between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and
8:00 P.M., on Saturday, October 31, 2026; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Norwood, State of Ohio:
SECTION 1. That Council desires that Halloween trick-or-treat be celebrated between the
hours of 6:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M., on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
SECTION 2. That a copy of this resolution be posted in accordance with Section 731.25
of the Ohio Revised Code, and that copies be distributed to all news media within this area.

PASSED

Date

Joseph S. Geers
President of Council

ATTEST:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this resolution was passed at a
regular/special meeting of Norwood City Council on the
day of
, 2026,
in compliance with the rules of Norwood City Council and the laws of the State of Ohio. The
foregoing resolution was submitted to the Mayor of the City of Norwood, Ohio for his signature on
the
______ day of
, 2026.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

APPROVED

Date

Victor Schneider
Mayor

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CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this resolution was published
on the City of Norwood’s website news page at https://www.norwoodohio.gov/426/Legislation
and the City of Norwood’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NorwoodOhio.gov on
and
.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

1st Reading ________________________
Date
2nd Reading ________________________
Date
3rd Reading ________________________
Date
All 3 Readings _____________________
Date
Tabled ____________________________
Date
Vetoed ____________________________
Date

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A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NOAH POWERS III FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE
CITY OF NORWOOD AS SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, Noah Powers III was appointed Safety-Service Director of the City of
Norwood in November 2021 and has served in that role for five years, overseeing the day-to-day
operations of the city; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, while working alongside the City’s dedicated employees
and partners, Mr. Powers led numerous transformational projects, including:
•
•
•
•
•

The Elm Ave Sewer Project, which ended years of devastating flooding.
Major street repaving projects, including Montgomery Road, Smith Road, and more.
Supporting the redevelopment of long-vacant sites such as US Playing Card and the
Quality Inn, and returning them to productive use.
Improving labor relations by moving from arbitration toward interest-based bargaining.
Leveraging his relationships with local and regional partners to secure outside funding
for projects that the city otherwise would not have been able to complete.

WHEREAS, Mr. Powers is equally recognized for how he carried out the City’s business:
he built a culture of listening and respect, making himself accessible to employees and elected
officials; he fostered collaboration and communication among department heads to promote
working toward common goals; and he served as a steadying force with immense professional
expertise at a time of significant change in Norwood; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Powers has accepted a new professional opportunity and will conclude
his service to the City of Norwood in November 2026;
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Norwood, Ohio, that:
SECTION 1. The Council of the City of Norwood expresses its sincere gratitude to Noah
Powers III for his dedicated service to the City and its residents, and extends its best wishes for
success in his new role.
SECTION 2. The Clerk of Council is directed to deliver copies of this Resolution to Noah Powers
III and to the Mayor.
SECTION 3. This resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency resolution and a measure
necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and general welfare
and shall go into effect forthwith. The reason for said emergency is the necessity for passage of
this resolution before Mr. Powers departs for his new role in November 2026.

PASSED_________________________
Date

Joseph S. Geers
President of Council

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ATTEST:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this resolution was passed at
a regular/special meeting of Norwood City Council on the _____ day of _________________,
2026, in compliance with the rules of Norwood City Council and the laws of the State of Ohio.
The foregoing resolution was submitted to the Mayor of the City of Norwood, Ohio for his
signature on the _____ day of _____________________, 2026.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council

APPROVED___________________
Date

Victor Schneider
Mayor

CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION:
Kelsi Goins, the duly appointed Clerk of Council, attests that this resolution was published
on the City of Norwood's website page at https://norwoodohio.gov/426/Legislation and the City
of Norwood's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NorwoodOhio.Gov on
and
.

Kelsi Goins
Clerk of Council
1st Reading ________________________
Date
2nd Reading ________________________
Date
3rd Reading ________________________
Date
All 3 Readings _____________________
Date
Tabled ____________________________
Date
Vetoed ____________________________
Date

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City of Norwood Request for Ordinance, Resolution, Amendment, or Repeal
Date of Request: 10/19/2026

Date Needed: 10/27/2026

Request(s) should be submitted by the Wednesday, at noon, before date needed for Council, earlier if possible.

Requested By:
Contact:

Norwood City Council
[email protected]

Document Requested:

Resolution

Executive Summary of document needed:
If an amendment or repeal request, list existing Ordinance Number(s)/Section(s) of Ordinance to be amended or repealed, etc. (or attach
documents and/or copies as appropriate

Resolution recognizing Noah Powers for his service to the City of Norwood and thanking him for his
contributions before he departs for a new professional opportunity.

Action Requested:

Emergency - Three Readings at One Meeting with Immediate Effectivity

If Emergency clause or suspension of rules for all three readings is needed, explain: Three Readings

October 27 will likely be Noah’s last Council meeting, so the intention is to pass this at that meeting.

Special Notes/Instructions

Keith D Moore, Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4585 / 513-258-5483

Tim Garry, Jr., Assistant Law Director
[email protected]
513-458-4588 / 513-312-1275 (rev. 01/09/2018)

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