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City of Willowick

CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
City Council Chambers

ADA NOTICE
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations
(including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify the City of
Willowick at 440-585-3700 at least three working days before the meeting.

AGENDA
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL
1.

Nominations for President Pro Tempore for Tonight's Meeting.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.

Motion to approve the Minutes from the Regular Council Meeting of October 20, 2026.

APPOINTMENTS, SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
3.

A Proclamation honoring Willowick Patrolman Lucas Gerardi.

4.

A Proclamation honoring First Baptist Church of Willowick.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS
5.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-25 (CAMPBELL):
AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION TO ALLOW A SECOND
ACCESSORY BUILDING IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1171.02(g) OF THE
CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..

6.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-26 (CAMPBELL):
AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION OF 88 SQ. FT. FOR AN
OVERSIZED ACCESSORY BUILDING IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1171.02(c)
OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..

7.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-27 (CAMPBELL):
AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION TO ALLOW 160 SQ. FT.
ACCESSORY BUILDING TO BE PLACED ON A 4” GRAVEL BASE IN THE
APPLICATION OF SECTION 1171.02(d)(2) OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF WILLOWICK..

8.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-28 (NEMANIC):

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AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION OF 14’ TO ALLOW A FENCE
TO EXTEND FROM SIDE OF HOUSE IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1165.07(c)
OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..
9.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-29 (NEMANIC):
AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION OF 2’ TO ALLOW A 6’
FENCE ON A CORNER LOT IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1165.07(c) OF THE
CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..

REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR/SAFETY DIRECTOR
COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF THE MAYOR’S REPORT
GENERAL COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS – Directors & Officials
Service Director – Todd Shannon
Recreation Director – Julie Kless
City Engineer – Tim McLaughlin
Finance Director – Goran Vrhovac
Law Director – Mandy Gwirtz
Police Chief – Rob Daubenmire
Fire Chief – Bill Malovrh
Chief Housing/Zoning Inspector – Sean Brennan
WARD MATTERS
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a) Public statement (1 minute maximum)
b) Council response to the public
c) Public clarification (30 seconds to 1 minute for the purpose of restating or rearticulating an
original question, concern, suggestion or idea)
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Finance – Bisbee, Mohorcic, Antosh
Safety – Phares, Malta, McFarland
Service, Utilities & Public Lands – Malta, Phares, McFarland
Streets, Sidewalks & Sewers – Mohorcic, Bisbee, Malta
Tax Compliance – McFarland, Antosh, Phares
Moral Claims – Antosh, Phares, Koudela
Budget – Mohorcic, Koudela, Bisbee
LIAISON REPORTS
Planning – Phares/Alternate Antosh
Board of Zoning Appeals – McFarland/Alternate Koudela
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Volunteer Fire Fighters’ Dependents Fund Board – Antosh, Phares
Recreation Board – Bisbee/Alternate Phares
Plan Review Board – Antosh
FUND TRANSFERS & BID AUTHORIZATIONS
CONTRACT APPROVALS
10. Motion authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contact with Trax Construction Co. for the
Larimar Culvert Improvements in the amount of $1,765,549.00.
INTRODUCTION & CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION
11. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-37:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 921 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF WILLOWICK, OHIO, TITLED “STREETS, UTILITIES AND PUBLIC
SERVICES CODE,” SPECIFICALLY SECTION 921.08, TITLED “SANITARY SEWER
RENTAL RATES,” TO PROVIDE A USE CHARGE RATE OF $11.9414 PER 100 CUBIC
FEET OF WATER, TO ESTABLISH A MINIMUM QUARTERLY BILLING OF $95.5336
PER 800 CUBIC FEET OF WATER, OR PART THEREOF, AND TO PROVIDE A
MAXIMUM DISCOUNT OF $38.21 PER QUARTERLY BILLING CYCLE FOR PERSONS
ENROLLED IN THE LAKE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES WATER
DISCOUNT PROGRAM.
Item was on First Reading 10/20/26.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-48:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK TO
ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LAKE COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS AND THE CITIES OF EASTLAKE, MENTOR, PAINESVILLE,
WICKLIFFE, AND WILLOUGHBY FOR THE STATE ROUTE 2 GENERAL
MAINTENANCE AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Item was on First Reading 10/20/26.
13. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-37:
AN ORDINANCE DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO CERTIFY
DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS TO THE LAKE COUNTY AUDITOR AND LAKE COUNTY
TREASURER FOR COLLECTION AS PROPERTY TAX AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
14. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-38:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026- 6 TO PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONAL
APPROPRIATIONS FROM The General Fund (101); SCM&R Fund: (202); Street Lighting
Fund (204); Fire Emergency Rescue Fund (208); Street Improvement Levy Fund (213); Police
Pension Fund (801); FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE

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CITY OF WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO, DURING THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 2026, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-50:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR FINANCE DIRECTOR OF THE CITY
OF WILLOWICK TO APPLY FOR FUNDING THROUGH THE 2026 ROUND 4 DOTGOV
DOMAIN MIGRATION GRANT PROGRAM ADMINISTERED THROUGH CYBEROHIO,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-51:
A RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF AN
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDING THROUGH THE LAND AND WATER
CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE OHIO DEPARTMENT
OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR THE MANRY POOL REDESIGN PROJECT,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE NECESSARY APPLICATION
DOCUMENTS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
17. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-52:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK TO REMIT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUNDS COLLECTED IN
CONNECTION WITH THE WILLOWICK CAFE PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN
ENERGY (PACE) PROJECT TO THE NORTHEAST OHIO PUBLIC ENERGY COUNCIL,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-53:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK TO
ENTER INTO A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMUNITY PARK,
RECREATION/CONSERVATION PROJECT PASS-THROUGH GRANT AGREEMENT
WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR THE WILLOWICK
MUNICIPAL CENTER PARKING LOT PROJECT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
19. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-54:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK TO
ACCEPT GRANT FUNDING THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY FOR THE PURCHASE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TECHNOLOGY AND
EQUIPMENT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
MISCELLANEOUS
20. Motion authorizing Change Order #2-FINAL to United Survey Inc, for the Deduct amount of
$237,906,15 and revised completion date to October 9, 2026 for the Forestgrove Sewer
Improvements Phase I
21. Motion authorizing the release of retainage in the amount of $21,711.03 to United Survey, Inc.
for the Forestgrove Sewer Improvements Phase I.
22. A motion authorizing the Mayor to execute the necessary documents for the purchase of a oneyear subscription to Cisco Duo Essentials Multifactor Authentication Services, at a total cost
not to exceed Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Four Dollars and Thirty-Two Cents

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($3,934.32), subject to the certification of available funds by the Finance Director and
compliance with applicable purchasing requirements.
23. A motion authorizing the Mayor to execute the necessary documents for the renewal of the
City's Barracuda Email Gateway Defense subscription through SHI International Corp.,
pursuant to Quote No. 28090546, for a one-year term commencing November 10, 2026, and
ending November 9, 2027, at a total cost not to exceed One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety
Dollars ($1,890.00), subject to the certification of available funds by the Finance Director.
24. A motion authorizing the Finance Director to issue payment to Active Networking, Inc. in the
amount of Ten Thousand Sixty-Two Dollars and Fifty Cents ($10,062.50), pursuant to Invoice
No. 26-2058, dated September 27, 2026, for information technology maintenance and support
services provided to the City of Willowick during the second half of 2026.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a) Public statement (1 minute maximum)
b) Council response to the public
c) Public clarification (30 seconds to 1 minute for the purpose of restating or rearticulating an
original question, concern, suggestion or idea)
ADJOURNMENT

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City of Willowick

CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
City Council Chambers

ADA NOTICE
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations
(including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify the City of
Willowick at 440-585-3700 at least three working days before the meeting.

MINUTES
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.

Motion to approve the Minutes from the Regular Council Meeting of October 6, 2026.

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to approve. Ms. Bisbee second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, abstain. Ms. Bisbee, yea.
Mr. Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
Motion carried. Minutes approved.
APPOINTMENTS, SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
2.

A Proclamation honoring Danny Crane.

Mayor Vanni is honored to recognize a resident who went above and beyond for his community
and neighbors. He reads the Proclamation honoring Danny Crane.
ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS
REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR/SAFETY DIRECTOR
Mayor Vanni has a couple things to report on. Two weeks out from the election. Please make sure
you get out and vote. Willowick has issue 13 for a recreation renewal, not an increase to your
property tax. That brings in about $71,000 per year. If you have any questions please reach out to
him or your council person.
Put another survey on the facebook page and website. The deer survey is still up to help have
ODNR potentially design a deer program for us. Safe Streets for All grant is on there to help us
develop a comprehensive traffic plan for the City. We had it at the Touch-a-Truck event as well as
the flea market and possibly one other event. Please take the survey if you can.
There’s an MOU for Laketran on the agenda tonight for the Vine Street corridor.

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Lake Front Park is officially closed. Going full steam on construction. Once we have more
information from Lake Metroparks they will post again on facebook and website.
The Rt. 2 Maintenance Agreement is on the agenda tonight. Commissioner Macintosh is here as
well. Either of them can answer questions. This contract has been in for 50 years. 6 municipalities
that have land on Rt. 2. This contract needed updated. A lot of hard work went into this. He is
comfortable giving this to Council for first reading tonight. He thinks it’s a good deal financially.
The old deal called for a 50/50 split from drivers license tax fee. We have 3.527 lane miles, the least
amount on Rt. 2. This new agreement calls for us to get 90% of that money from that tax fee.
Anything that goes over that will be billed proportionally to the Cities per their lane miles. This
will also allow the lights to get fixed. He thinks the fund has a balance of about $2.3 million. The
Commissioners have agreed to put about $800,000 towards the lighting project. It’s going out to
bid shortly. The remaining portion will have the debt taken out of that 10% extra from that fund
so no upfront cost to the City. By ORC it’s each City’s responsibility to take care of that.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF THE MAYOR’S REPORT
Commissioner Macintosh comes to speak. He says it has been difficult. In 1952 the County
petitioned to have SR. 2. 20 years later the Cities that handle Rt. 2 asked for a County engineer
contract. A few years ago, 2023 or 2024, there was an evaluation by the engineer’s office. The
contract was deemed unfavorable and out of date. The extra lanes were added so the lane miles
were not correct. The expenses after were not billed correctly. Other things came up. There’s also
been a lot of conversation about the lights. The way we were paying for the lights was the way we
have been talking about it for the entire time. The permissive tax brings in about $860,000 per
year. With the 50/50 split, half was going to the services and the other half was set aside. An
account that carried a balance. Because of that there’s a savings in it of about 2.3. What we
decided to do is pay cash for all of the light work. No out of pocket cost to the cities participating
in the lighting contract. The thinking was to go ahead and pay cash up front because the money is
there and then the Cities don’t have to change their budget. The 90/10 split was pushed by the
Cities. He thinks the savings has been great so now there’s money to replace the lights. With only
10% in savings you won’t build up quite as high of a balance. How that fund works is the Cities
can petition the Commissioners at any time for those funds. This contract is allocating 90% of it to
go to Rt. 2. In theory you could still petition the County for those 10%. He wants to make a point
of distinction, he’s not an attorney and doesn’t want to overstate. The contract is with the Cities
and the Engineer. The Commissioners cannot enter in it specifically due to laws. The Engineer’s
Office is the Executor. We put in the formation of a Rt. 2 maintenance committee with one
representative from each City. It will start with the Mayors or City Managers. If the Mayor wants
to send a designee, they can. This meeting will occur twice per year to be able to answer questions
or address concerns. The list of services has been expanded dramatically to be clear about things.
He believes that you are getting more of your money to put towards an ongoing thing so that
should help with the cost. The County is going to pay the up front for the equipment. One of the
Cities wanted an option that if we were to declare something for Rt. 2 that was later deemed
unneeded, the Cities would have the first opportunity at that equipment so that could be
beneficial. Since we are changing that depreciation method, the Cities still owe about ½ million to
the County. The Commissioners agreed to just eat that essentially. They will discuss it with the
Engineer’s Office. He has concerns and has voiced them with the Engineer. He thinks we are on a
path to try to get a little bit better and he plans to make some noise or talk about that regarding
the litter.

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Ms. Bisbee thanks him for coming out. She sat with the Mayor who answered a lot of her
questions. You were talking about the equipment that will either be purchased or is already
owned, will the use fee be split by our lane miles? Yes.
She saw where some of that equipment could be used for other things outside Rt. 2. Her concern is
about the wear and tear.
The Engineer said it’s a couple times per year they might need something. The Prosecutor said it
needs to be mentioned in there.
She asks about the equipment use fee. Everything for that vehicle?
He says the last couple years the Engineer has not been charging for fuel. There was a
maintenance crew before Covid that was just doing Rt. 2. After Covid they started working out of
Blackbrook and it got mixed. They didn’t know how to bill it. You’ve been getting a break on fuel
for the last 5-6 years. The depreciation will cover the capital cost of the maintenance. They came
up with a more itemized line item bill now.
Ms. Bisbee says she read both contracts, the old and the possible new. Is the Committee going to
track any issues and their progress?
He says yes the idea is to be able to deal with concerns. He thinks he will likely be the
Commissioner on that Committee due to the work he’s done on this. He feels personally
committed to seeing improvements.
Mr. Malta says this Council and the Commissioner both brought up safety and the streetlights.
Why has it taken so long?
Commissioner says he doesn’t have a great answer for that yet, he’s only been in the office for
about 10 months. He’s not sure what the delay going back a couple years was. Part of the deal
trying to get this done this year is so we can get the project to bid, it’s very close. We could get to it
in the spring then and have lights next year.
Mr. McFarland asks him to explain again in detail what prompted this process to begin.
He says the performance audit was a major factor. It outlined a bunch of things that were
inadequate regarding the contract. There’s a lot more clarity in this new document that wasn’t
spelled out previously. It’s aged and tired and many things needed updated. The contract would
have had an auto renewal in, he believes, two years.
Mr. McFarland says one of the biggest noticeable changes is the duration. We went from 2 year to
3 year. Why was the County’s original position 5 years?
He doesn’t know, he thinks it was maybe in a draft when he showed up. Speaking to 3, the thought
is that a shorter window is better because if things aren’t up to par then you can get out. He thinks
it’ll take a whole year before we figure out exactly how to work this all out. He knows the Mayors
spoke with District 7 ODOT. Talked about whether ODOT would be interested in being the
contracting party and they said maybe. It would take time to work through that as well. It’s a
conversation worth having but he feels getting this in place for the next three years would be good.
Mr. McFarland says the old contract was 50/50 split on the cost and now it’s a 90% on what the
County takes in. The old system would have adjusted for inflation, but this new system won’t?
He says yes 50/50. You’re getting more of the permissible tax. When it comes to the County it’s
capping a cost per-say. They don’t bring in any money to do things on Rt. 2. They don’t help fix
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Rt. 2, the Cities do. He thinks when it comes to some of the things with Rt. 2 in the Engineer’s
Office, again they’re helping fund the equipment.
Mr. McFarland says his biggest concern is directly linking the lighting project to this maintenance
contract. He feels this is political extortion directly to community safety. It feels like if we want
safety to improve, we have to agree to this.
He says he agrees but putting those two contracts together was the request of the Cities.
Mr. Mohorcic says the Cities wanted this?
Mayor Vanni says yes the Cities asked for this. They wanted the lights taken care of. We wanted it
in this and made it a separate article. All the Cities felt more comfortable to have this in here. It
did not tie the two together. No pressure put on for it, they just wanted it in there because the
lights have to get done. That’s what they felt comfortable with.
Mayor Vanni thanks Commissioner Macintosh for coming again.
Commissioner says he appreciates the opportunity and his goal as Commissioner is to take on
projects like this to get everyone working together. He is not a person interested in playing
politics, he is interested in getting things done. He can’t comment at depth about the lights because
he is new, but he wants to hear all points of views and work to get things done.
GENERAL COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS – Directors & Officials
Service Director – Todd Shannon
Recreation Director – Julie Kless
Doreen is here and says Julie wanted to relay the Holiday Program is this Saturday from 1-3. For
the Seniors, they started basket sales and have November 14 holiday boutique.
City Engineer – Tim McLaughlin
One item under Misc. for Council’s consideration. It’s related to the EQ Basin feasibility study. It
would allow them to start developing models. Another note, the Larimar culverts are out for bid
opening November 5.
Mr. McFarland asks is 305 still on track to be done end of the month?
He says yes still on track. Supposed to be getting a final notification for zone switching soon.
Mayor Vanni clarifies it is the end of November.
Finance Director – Goran Vrhovac
A few items on the agenda. The Audit was completed. There were two comments, one was multifactor authentication that the City currently does not have. We are working with Tom to see how
to proceed for that. The second item is still outstanding, there was an email sent out regarding IT
training that needs completed by November 20.
Ms. Koudela says if you did not do it or did not get the email, reach out to Tom. She didn’t get it
initially so she reached out to him and he sent it back over.
Law Director – Mandy Gwirtz
No report but open for questions.
Police Chief – Rob Daubenmire
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No report, but open for questions.
Fire Chief – Bill Malovrh
Emailed his report this afternoon, open for questions.
Chief Housing/Zoning Inspector – Sean Brennan
No report, but open for questions.
Ms. Antosh asks for an update on the house on 305 across from Arnold.
He says the City did prosecute them. It’s been a long case, a little over 2 years. We did send them a
notice recently because the Courts, we had judgement on them, they’re not complying so we have
an Ordinance Section about something abandoned.
Law Director says her and Sean have worked on that case. The owner even spent time in jail for
the non-compliance. We have tried every avenue to get compliance without having to abate the
nuisance themselves. We don’t want to have to do that unless necessary but we have not gotten
any support from the Court as far as enforcing some of the previous Orders. The owner has not
been willing to communicate or try to come into compliance either.
Ms. Antosh asks what the cost of raising it would go to? Taxes? Resident? We have to pay up
front.
Sean says assessed against the property on their taxes.
Law Director says taxes or a lien if the property is sold. At one point the owner was working with
a realtor.
WARD MATTERS
Mr. Malta asks the Mayor. He says activity in The Willowick, is it open or still getting permits?
Mayor says last he heard the Health Department went out there? They got their occupancy from
the County. Have they come to us yet?
Sean says they got occupancy from the County, license from the Health Department, as well as the
permission to operate from the City.
Ms. Koudela says she got an email that they were officially open today. Coffee bar and then pizza
for lunch. As they train the staff and get more familiar they said they would extend hours.
Mayor says it is beautiful.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a) Public statement (1 minute maximum)
b) Council response to the public
c) Public clarification (30 seconds to 1 minute for the purpose of restating or rearticulating an
original question, concern, suggestion or idea)
No one wishes to speak.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Finance – Bisbee, Mohorcic, Antosh
Safety – Phares, Malta, McFarland

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Mr. Phares scheduled a Safety Meeting on November 17 at 5:30 regarding ebikes, bee keeping,
and dog shelters.
Service, Utilities & Public Lands – Malta, Phares, McFarland
Streets, Sidewalks & Sewers – Mohorcic, Bisbee, Malta
Tax Compliance – McFarland, Antosh, Phares
Moral Claims – Antosh, Phares, Koudela
Budget – Mohorcic, Koudela, Bisbee
LIAISON REPORTS
Planning – Phares/Alternate Antosh
Board of Zoning Appeals – McFarland/Alternate Koudela
Volunteer Fire Fighters’ Dependents Fund Board – Antosh, Phares
Recreation Board – Bisbee/Alternate Phares
Plan Review Board – Antosh
FUND TRANSFERS & BID AUTHORIZATIONS
CONTRACT APPROVALS
INTRODUCTION & CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION
3.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-48:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK TO
ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LAKE COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS AND THE CITIES OF EASTLAKE, MENTOR, PAINESVILLE,
WICKLIFFE, AND WILLOUGHBY FOR THE STATE ROUTE 2 GENERAL
MAINTENANCE AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT.

This item was placed on First Reading tonight. No additional discussion tonight.
4.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-49:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A MEMORANDUM
OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE LAKE COUNTY REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY
(LAKETRAN) FOR THE VINE STREET CORRIDOR PROJECT, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to suspend the rule requiring separate readings. Ms. Bisbee
second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
MOTION: Mr. Malta motioned to approve. Ms. Antosh second.
Mayor says they’re hoping to have this out to bid January/February. We received a grant for
$1.5 million. This is a 3 City project so that was split 3 ways. We also got another grant
from NOACA after we went and pled out case that was $114,000 split evenly. We had a
meeting a month ago, Laketran was able to get a grant and that will be split 3 ways as
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well. Did it a little differently, Eastlake has the most lane miles 1.59 miles, Willoughby .96,
us .73 miles. Part of the project for Eastlake will cost over $2.6 million. We all decided to
split this last grant for $386,000. We decided Eastlake would get 50%, Willoughby and
Willowick would each get 25%. It was an unexpected grant. That gives us a total of
$711,398 in grant money towards that project. The last estimate received we think it’ll be
about $1,015,000. It would cost about $303,000 if it comes close to that bid, hopefully
under. We got ready for this last year by increasing the street lighting fund and we will
have that money in there and should be able to lower that millage again like we have been
doing over the years. It can only be used for street lighting so we anticipate lowering it
next year with Council approval. We anticipate a 2028 construction start for that. This is
an MOU because Laketran is running point on the project. Similar to when Eastlake ran
point on the resurfacing.
Mr. Malta asks what it has been like working with Kevin Kostelnik and Bob Fiala on a
project like this.
Mayor says it is great. We haven’t had this level of communication between the Cities in a
long time. He gives the credit to Mayor Regovich and Mayor Morley for getting the Cities
to work together. There are good people throughout the County and we realize when one
City does well, we all do well and benefit from it. Regovich and Morley really set the tone
for that.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
5.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-35:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026- 6 TO PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONAL
APPROPRIATIONS FROM The General Fund (101); Fire Emergency Rescue Fund (208);
Law Enforcment Trust Fund (230); FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER
EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO, DURING THE
CALENDAR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to suspend the rule requiring separate readings. Ms. Bisbee
second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to approve. Ms. Bisbee second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
6.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-36:
AN ORDINANCE DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO CERTIFY
DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS TO THE LAKE COUNTY AUDITOR AND LAKE COUNTY
TREASURER FOR COLLECTION AS PROPERTY TAX AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.

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10/20/2026

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to suspend the rule requiring separate readings. Ms. Bisbee
second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to approve. Ms. Bisbee second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
7.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-37:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 921 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF WILLOWICK, OHIO, TITLED “STREETS, UTILITIES AND PUBLIC
SERVICES CODE,” SPECIFICALLY SECTION 921.08, TITLED “SANITARY SEWER
RENTAL RATES,” TO PROVIDE A USE CHARGE RATE OF $11.9414 PER 100 CUBIC
FEET OF WATER, TO ESTABLISH A MINIMUM QUARTERLY BILLING OF $95.5336
PER 800 CUBIC FEET OF WATER, OR PART THEREOF, AND TO PROVIDE A
MAXIMUM DISCOUNT OF $38.21 PER QUARTERLY BILLING CYCLE FOR PERSONS
ENROLLED IN THE LAKE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES WATER
DISCOUNT PROGRAM.

This item was placed on First Reading. No discussion tonight.
MISCELLANEOUS
8.

Motion to authorize the City of Willowick Fire Department to submit an application to the
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for a grant in the amount of $23,992.55 for the
purchase of one (1) LUCAS automated chest compression device.

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to approve. Ms. Bisbee second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
9.

Motion authorizing a task order to Verdantas to provide engineering services for Preliminary
Engineering Phase I: EQ Basin Feasibility Study for a fee of $88,500 in accordance with the
Master Service Agreement for Engineering Services.

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to approve. Ms. Bisbee second.
Ms. Bisbee asks about how long for this phase?
Tim says the schedule for completion is that next year would complete the preliminary
engineering phase. The design could take 1-2 years. So roughly a 3 year.
The study would be about a year and then Council could decide where to go.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
10. Motion to vacate the regularly scheduled meeting of the Willowick City Council on Tuesday,
December 1, 2026, and to direct the Clerk of Council to provide appropriate public notice of
the cancellation in accordance with applicable law and Council procedures.

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10/20/2026

MOTION: Ms. Antosh motioned to approve. Ms. Bisbee second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a) Public statement (1 minute maximum)
b) Council response to the public
c) Public clarification (30 seconds to 1 minute for the purpose of restating or rearticulating an
original question, concern, suggestion or idea)
Jean Bowen, 472 E 319, tells Mayor Vanni that she greatly appreciates what he did for their
neighbor with the Proclamation. It touched her heart.
Mayor Vanni says we have been lucky with the residents really stepping up and making a
difference in someone’s life and it’s great to be able to share those stories.
Tammy Priggons, 330 E 308, she read the water rates were getting raised. She hopes not. She
doesn’t understand why we are with Euclid, they are separate. Years ago she paid $90 and now
she still has water coming in her basement with all the rain. Please don’t raise the water rates. Can
you explain why we are with Euclid.
Ms. Koudela says there has been no change. Willowick has had their sewers treated by Euclid
since 1950s. They have been subjected to EPA requirements and treatment costs went up which is
why the rates have been changing over the past few years. It was on the agenda. The sewer
committee met and made a recommendation to increase the rates by 6%. Euclid is increasing their
rates by 9.5% nearly but Council decided to only raise the rates to residents by 6%.
She doesn’t understand why we are partnered up with Euclid.
Ms. Koudela says some Cities have their own treatment plants. This goes back to the 50s,
Willowick doesn’t really have a spot for the treatment plant here. We are looking at ways to
alleviate water in basements. She suggests that this resident call the service department next time
there is water coming up from her floors.
She says the City came last year and they told her that her pipes go the opposite way as everyone
else’s.
Ms. Koudela says she will pass her address along to the service director to see what they can look
into.
She says for years she paid $90 now it’s $154.
Ms. Koudela says for 10 years the rates didn’t change for what Willowick charged the residents
but now we are trying to catch up. The Council at that time thought they could just take the
money out of the funds but unfortunately there is not enough money to do that. We are still trying
to share that cost and keeping money in the fund to continue to do sewer improvements.
We average about $1 million per year on sewer projects not including maintenance.
Ms. Koudela says this item is on Three Readings so we can hear from the residents. She doesn’t
want to pay more either.
Mayor Vanni thanks her for coming out. It’s going to be on the Mayor’s report as well. A little
history… we do pay high sewer rates. The reason for it is simple. We are a bedroom community.
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Item #2.

City of Willowick

City Council Regular Meeting Minutes

10/20/2026

Wickliffe goes to Euclid as well with their sewers. Their rates are not as high as ours, but they had
a 13% increase last year and are looking at a 14% increase this year because they have been
subsidizing from their General Fund. We are a bedroom community with very little commercial.
In Wickliffe their sewer fund revenue comes 53.88% residential, 46.12% comes from industrial. In
Willowick 81% residential, 18.2% industrial/commercial. That’s why the residents take the brunt
of that sewer increase. It’s almost 50/50 in Wickliffe. When EPA regulated that Euclid build a new
plant, rates went up. COVID made it worse, chemicals went up almost 300%.
Regarding the water in the basement, we had a master plan done in 2016 and have been going
through the City methodically since then. The next big thing is we have to look at an EQ basin.
Ms. Antosh says first, we don’t have a place in Willowick, but how many acres and price for a
treatment plant?
Tim says minimally 10-20 acres. General estimation to throw it out there, he looked at it last year
and maybe $120-130 million. It’s almost physically impossible and also regulatory impossible.
EPA would never allow it. It’s not viable.
ADJOURNMENT
Ms. Koudela reminds everyone no meeting on Election Day so next meeting November 16.
Mr. Malta says the North South game was great. He appreciates everyone that was there. The kids
were overwhelmed by how many people were there. The press box was very full. Second, on
November 9 Planet Fitness will do a grand reopening. November 8 Mondays with Malta will air
from Planet Fitness. Any City Officials who want to be on air, please attend to promote whatever.
Officials from Planet Fitness will be there, they’re very excited about the extension. At one time it
was the largest Planet Fitness in the State.
Ms. Koudela calls for a Motion to adjourn the meeting.
MOTION: Ms. Antosh moves to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Phares second.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Koudela, yea. Ms. Antosh, yea. Mr. Mohorcic, yea. Ms. Bisbee, yea. Mr.
Phares, yea. Mr. Malta, yea. Mr. McFarland, yea.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 7:49 p.m.

________________________________________
Clerk of Council
_______________________________________

______________________

Council President

Date

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Item #5.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-25

AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION TO ALLOW A SECOND
ACCESSORY BUILDING IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1171.02(g) OF THE
CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..
CASE NO. 26-13
JONATHAN CAMPBELL
30308 GEBHART PL

WHEREAS, at its meeting of November 11, 2026, the Board of Zoning Appeals, in Case
No. 26-13, heard the appeal of Jonathan Campbell for the requested variance and has
recommended to Council that the variance to Section 1171.02(g) of the Codified Ordinances of
the City of Willowick be denied; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the record presented to the BZA and consideration of the
Applicant’s request, the Council finds and determines that said variance and exception be
.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Applicant’s variance to Section 1171.02(g) of the Codified
Ordinances is hereby
.
SECTION 2. This order shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage.
PASSED:_____________________________2026

__________________________
President of Council

ATTEST:_____________________________
Clerk of Council

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Item #6.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-26

AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION OF 88 SQ. FT. FOR AN
OVERSIZED ACCESSORY BUILDING IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1171.02(c)
OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..
CASE NO. 26-13
JONATHAN CAMPBELL
30308 GEBHART PL

WHEREAS, at its meeting of November 11, 2026, the Board of Zoning Appeals, in Case
No. 26-13, heard the appeal of Jonathan Campbell for the requested variance and has
recommended to Council that the variance to Section 1171.02(c) of the Codified Ordinances of
the City of Willowick be denied; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the record presented to the BZA and consideration of the
Applicant’s request, the Council finds and determines that said variance and exception be
.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Applicant’s variance to Section 1171.02(c) of the Codified
Ordinances is hereby
.
SECTION 2. This order shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage.
PASSED:_____________________________2026

__________________________
President of Council

ATTEST:_____________________________
Clerk of Council

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Item #7.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-27

AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION TO ALLOW 160 SQ. FT.
ACCESSORY BUILDING TO BE PLACED ON A 4” GRAVEL BASE IN THE
APPLICATION OF SECTION 1171.02(d)(2) OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF WILLOWICK..
CASE NO. 26-13
JONATHAN CAMPBELL
30308 GEBHART PL

WHEREAS, at its meeting of November 11, 2026, the Board of Zoning Appeals, in Case
No. 26-13, heard the appeal of Jonathan Campbell for the requested variance and has
recommended to Council that the variance to Section 1171.02(d)(2) of the Codified Ordinances
of the City of Willowick be denied; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the record presented to the BZA and consideration of the
Applicant’s request, the Council finds and determines that said variance and exception be
.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Applicant’s variance to Section 1171.02(d)(2) of the Codified
Ordinances is hereby
.
SECTION 2. This order shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage.
PASSED:_____________________________2026

__________________________
President of Council

ATTEST:_____________________________
Clerk of Council

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Item #8.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-28
AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION OF 14’ TO ALLOW A FENCE
TO EXTEND FROM SIDE OF HOUSE IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1165.07(c) OF
THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..
CASE NO. 26-14
JOE NEMANIC
241 SHORELAND CI.

WHEREAS, at its meeting of November 11, 2026, the Board of Zoning Appeals, in Case
No. 26-14, heard the appeal of Joe Nemanic for the requested variance and has recommended to
Council that the variance to Section 1165.07(c) of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
Willowick be granted; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the record presented to the BZA and consideration of the
Applicant’s request, the Council finds and determines that said variance and exception be
.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Applicant’s variance to Section 1165.07(c) of the Codified
Ordinances is hereby
.
SECTION 2. This order shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage.
PASSED:_____________________________2026

__________________________
President of Council

ATTEST:_____________________________
Clerk of Council

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Item #9.

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL ORDER NO. 2026-29
AN ORDER GRANTING A VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION OF 2’ TO ALLOW A 6’ FENCE
ON A CORNER LOT IN THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 1165.07(c) OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK..
CASE NO. 26-14
JOE NEMANIC
241 SHORELAND CI.

WHEREAS, at its meeting of November 11, 2026, the Board of Zoning Appeals, in Case
No. 26-14, heard the appeal of Joe Nemanic for the requested variance and has recommended to
Council that the variance to Section 1165.07(c) of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
Willowick be granted; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the record presented to the BZA and consideration of the
Applicant’s request, the Council finds and determines that said variance and exception be
.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Applicant’s variance to Section 1165.07(c) of the Codified
Ordinances is hereby
.
SECTION 2. This order shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage.
PASSED:_____________________________2026

__________________________
President of Council

ATTEST:_____________________________
Clerk of Council

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Item #11.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-37
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 921 OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK, OHIO, TITLED
“STREETS,
UTILITIES
AND
PUBLIC
SERVICES
CODE,”
SPECIFICALLY SECTION 921.08, TITLED “SANITARY SEWER
RENTAL RATES,” TO PROVIDE A USE CHARGE RATE OF $11.9414
PER 100 CUBIC FEET OF WATER, TO ESTABLISH A MINIMUM
QUARTERLY BILLING OF $95.5336 PER 800 CUBIC FEET OF WATER,
OR PART THEREOF, AND TO PROVIDE A MAXIMUM DISCOUNT OF
$38.21 PER QUARTERLY BILLING CYCLE FOR PERSONS ENROLLED
IN THE LAKE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES WATER
DISCOUNT PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, Section 921.08 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Willowick establishes
sanitary sewer rental rates applicable to properties served by a connection with the sanitary sewage
system of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Administration and Council of the City of Willowick have determined that it is
necessary to revise the sanitary sewer use charge rate and the minimum quarterly billing applicable
to sanitary sewer service within the City; and
WHEREAS, Council further desires to revise the maximum quarterly sewer discount available to
persons qualifying for and enrolled in the Lake County Department of Utilities Water Discount
Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE AND STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1: That Section 921.08(b)(1) of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Willowick, Ohio,
titled “SANITARY SEWER RENTAL RATES,” is hereby amended to read and provide as
follows:
921.08 SANITARY SEWER RENTAL RATES
(b)(1) Commencing January 1, 2027, every person, firm or corporation whose lots, lands or
premises are served by a connection with the sanitary sewage system of the City shall pay for
discharging sewage, industrial wastes, waste or other liquids either directly or indirectly into the
sanitary sewage system, a sewer rental charge based upon the quantity of metered water used in or
upon such lots, lands or premises, and such charge shall be determined as follows:
Each 100 cubic feet of water, or part thereof, measured through any one water meter, shall be
charged at the use charge rate of Eleven Dollars and .9414 Cents ($11.9414), and the minimum
quarterly billing for such use charge rate shall be Ninety-Five Dollars and .5336 Cents
($95.5336) per 800 cubic feet of water, or part thereof, per quarter.

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Item #11.

Each person qualifying for and enrolled in the Lake County Department of Utilities Water
Discount Program shall additionally receive a forty percent (40%) discount on sewer consumption,
up to a maximum of Thirty-Eight Dollars and Twenty-One Cents ($38.21) per quarterly billing
cycle. Such discount shall be implemented as soon as practicable by the Lake County Department
of Utilities, subject to its billing operation updates.
Section 2: The existing Section 921.08(b)(1) of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Willowick
is hereby repealed to the extent inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance and is superseded
by the provisions set forth herein.
Section 3: All formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the passage of this
Ordinance were adopted in an open meeting of this Council, and all deliberations of this Council
and any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public
in compliance with all applicable legal requirements, including Chapter 107 of the Codified
Ordinances of the City of Willowick and Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Section 4: This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period
allowed by law.
PASSED: ______________________________, 2026

_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council
SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #12.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-48
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LAKE
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND THE CITIES OF
EASTLAKE,
MENTOR,
PAINESVILLE,
WICKLIFFE,
AND
WILLOUGHBY FOR THE STATE ROUTE 2 GENERAL MAINTENANCE
AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick recognizes the importance of maintaining State Route 2 in a
safe and serviceable condition for the benefit of the traveling public; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 307.15, the Board of County Commissioners
may enter into agreements with municipal corporations for the performance of governmental
functions and services; and
WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code Sections 4504.04 and 4504.05 provide for the allocation and use
of certain county motor vehicle license tax funds for authorized highway and roadway purposes;
and
WHEREAS, the Lake County Board of Commissioners and the Cities of Eastlake, Mentor,
Painesville, Wickliffe, Willoughby, and Willowick desire to enter into a cooperative agreement
for the continued general maintenance of State Route 2 through their respective municipal
jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, the parties further desire to undertake a highway lighting replacement project along
State Route 2, utilizing municipal funds allocated pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 4504.04,
with the City of Painesville excluded from participation in the lighting replacement portion of the
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Lake County Engineer will administer the general maintenance program and the
highway lighting replacement project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, Council has reviewed the proposed Agreement entitled "Agreement by and Between
the Lake County Board of Commissioners and the Cities of Eastlake, Mentor, Painesville,
Wickliffe, Willoughby, and Willowick for the State Route 2 General Maintenance and Lighting
Replacement Project," a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by
reference; and
WHEREAS, Council finds that entering into said Agreement is in the best interest of the City of
Willowick and its residents.

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Item #12.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. The Mayor of the City of Willowick is hereby authorized and directed to enter into
and execute, on behalf of the City of Willowick, the Agreement by and Between the Lake County
Board of Commissioners and the Cities of Eastlake, Mentor, Painesville, Wickliffe, Willoughby,
and Willowick for the State Route 2 General Maintenance and Lighting Replacement Project,
substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, and to execute such ancillary documents as
may be reasonably necessary to effectuate the Agreement, provided that no material modification
to the financial obligations or substantive terms of the Agreement shall be made without further
authorization of Council.
SECTION 2. Council hereby approves the City's participation in the State Route 2 General
Maintenance Program as set forth in Article I of the Agreement, including the provision of
maintenance services by the Lake County Engineer and the allocation of costs among the
participating municipal corporations in accordance with the terms of the Agreement.
SECTION 3. Council hereby approves the City's participation in the State Route 2 Highway
Lighting Replacement Project as set forth in Article II of the Agreement, including the application
for and allocation of municipal funds pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 4504.04 toward the
Project, subject to the terms, conditions, and aggregate project funding limitation of Two Million
Dollars ($2,000,000.00) set forth in the Agreement.
SECTION 4. The Mayor and other appropriate City officials are hereby authorized to take such
administrative actions and execute such documents as are reasonably necessary to carry out the
purposes of this Resolution and the Agreement, subject to applicable law, the availability and
lawful appropriation of funds, and the terms of the Agreement.
SECTION 5. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning
and relating to the adoption of this Resolution were adopted in an open meeting of this Council,
and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such formal
action were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all applicable legal requirements.
SECTION 6. This Resolution constitutes an emergency measure in that the same provides for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of
the City of Willowick and further provides for the usual and necessary daily operation of the
public safety forces; wherefore, this Resolution shall be in full force and take effect immediately
upon its passage by Council and approval by the Mayor.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

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Item #12.

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #12.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-48
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LAKE
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND THE CITIES OF
EASTLAKE,
MENTOR,
PAINESVILLE,
WICKLIFFE,
AND
WILLOUGHBY FOR THE STATE ROUTE 2 GENERAL MAINTENANCE
AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick recognizes the importance of maintaining State Route 2 in a
safe and serviceable condition for the benefit of the traveling public; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 307.15, the Board of County Commissioners
may enter into agreements with municipal corporations for the performance of governmental
functions and services; and
WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code Sections 4504.04 and 4504.05 provide for the allocation and use
of certain county motor vehicle license tax funds for authorized highway and roadway purposes;
and
WHEREAS, the Lake County Board of Commissioners and the Cities of Eastlake, Mentor,
Painesville, Wickliffe, Willoughby, and Willowick desire to enter into a cooperative agreement
for the continued general maintenance of State Route 2 through their respective municipal
jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, the parties further desire to undertake a highway lighting replacement project along
State Route 2, utilizing municipal funds allocated pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 4504.04,
with the City of Painesville excluded from participation in the lighting replacement portion of the
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Lake County Engineer will administer the general maintenance program and the
highway lighting replacement project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, Council has reviewed the proposed Agreement entitled "Agreement by and Between
the Lake County Board of Commissioners and the Cities of Eastlake, Mentor, Painesville,
Wickliffe, Willoughby, and Willowick for the State Route 2 General Maintenance and Lighting
Replacement Project," a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by
reference; and
WHEREAS, Council finds that entering into said Agreement is in the best interest of the City of
Willowick and its residents.

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Item #12.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. The Mayor of the City of Willowick is hereby authorized and directed to enter into
and execute, on behalf of the City of Willowick, the Agreement by and Between the Lake County
Board of Commissioners and the Cities of Eastlake, Mentor, Painesville, Wickliffe, Willoughby,
and Willowick for the State Route 2 General Maintenance and Lighting Replacement Project,
substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, and to execute such ancillary documents as
may be reasonably necessary to effectuate the Agreement, provided that no material modification
to the financial obligations or substantive terms of the Agreement shall be made without further
authorization of Council.
SECTION 2. Council hereby approves the City's participation in the State Route 2 General
Maintenance Program as set forth in Article I of the Agreement, including the provision of
maintenance services by the Lake County Engineer and the allocation of costs among the
participating municipal corporations in accordance with the terms of the Agreement.
SECTION 3. Council hereby approves the City's participation in the State Route 2 Highway
Lighting Replacement Project as set forth in Article II of the Agreement, including the application
for and allocation of municipal funds pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 4504.04 toward the
Project, subject to the terms, conditions, and aggregate project funding limitation of Two Million
Dollars ($2,000,000.00) set forth in the Agreement.
SECTION 4. The Mayor and other appropriate City officials are hereby authorized to take such
administrative actions and execute such documents as are reasonably necessary to carry out the
purposes of this Resolution and the Agreement, subject to applicable law, the availability and
lawful appropriation of funds, and the terms of the Agreement.
SECTION 5. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning
and relating to the adoption of this Resolution were adopted in an open meeting of this Council,
and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such formal
action were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all applicable legal requirements.
SECTION 6. This Resolution constitutes an emergency measure in that the same provides for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of
the City of Willowick and further provides for the usual and necessary daily operation of the
public safety forces; wherefore, this Resolution shall be in full force and take effect immediately
upon its passage by Council and approval by the Mayor.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

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Item #12.

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #13.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-37
AN ORDINANCE DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO CERTIFY
DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS TO THE LAKE COUNTY AUDITOR AND LAKE COUNTY
TREASURER FOR COLLECTION AS PROPERTY TAX AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, Council has been advised that monies are due the City for services provided in
the performance of grass cutting and debris removal upon properties commonly known as:
752 Glenhurst Road
675 East 305th Street
242 East 288th Street
451 East 305th Street
480 East 305th Street
363 Blissfield Drive
32252 Densmore Road
596 Terrace Plaza
488 East 328th Street
364 East 288th Street
28318 Forest Road

$200.00
$299.29
$224.26
$200.00
$209.26
$200.00
$200.00
$200.00
$224.26
$200.00
$209.26

WHEREAS, statements for said services in the amounts listed above have been forwarded to the
individual owners of said properties and, to date, no payments have been received; and
WHEREAS, it has been recommended that said delinquency be placed upon the tax duplicate to be
assessed against the subject real property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, LAKE COUNTY, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the Lake
County Auditor and the Lake County Treasurer for collection as property tax, those monies due the
City of Willowick from the individual set forth in Exhibit “A” that is attached hereto and made a
part hereof, same to be collected at the next immediate collection period.
SECTION 2. That all formal actions of this Council concerning the passage of this
Ordinance were adopted in an open meeting and all deliberations of this Council, or any of its
committees that resulted in such formal actions, were in meetings open to the public in compliance
with all legal requirements including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
SECTION 3. That all Ordinances or parts thereof in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance is hereby repealed.
SECTION 4. That this Ordinance constitutes an emergency measure in that the same
provides for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety and welfare of the
inhabitants of the City of Willowick an further, provides for the usual daily operation of a municipal
department; wherefore, this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage
and approval by the Mayor.
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PASSED: ______________________, 2026

________________________________
President of Council

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his approval
on ___________________________, 2026

APPROVED by the Mayor on
___________________________, 2026

ATTEST:
____________________________________
Clerk of Council

________________________________
Mayor

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EXHIBIT “A”

Name

Address

Parcel Number

Amount

Jaclyn Smith

752 Glenhurst Rd

28-A-039-L-01-046-0

$200.00

Jacqueline Zerbe

675 East 305tj Street 28-A-040-F-00-020-0

$229.26

Derek Lessard

242 East 288th Street 28-A-042-I-00-032-0

$224.26

Donald Maglich

451 East 305th Street 28-A-039-F-00-019-0

$200.00

Dennis Prudic

480 East 305th Street 28-A-039-I-00-010-0

$209.29

Winella Osredkar

363 Blissfield Drive 28-A-042-J-00-043-0

$200.00

Leonard Richter

32252 Densmore Rd 28-A-043-G-00-013-0

$200.00

Bank of New York

596 Terrace Plaza

28-A-039-J-02-004-0

$200.00

John Minchak

488 East 328th Street 28-A-045-H-00-015-0

$224.26

Marquez Ware

364 East 288th Street 28-A-042-L-00-013-0

$200.00

Kyle McKimmy

28318 Forest Road

$209.29

28-A-042-C-00-021-0

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Item #14.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026 - 38
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026- 6 TO PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS FROM
The General Fund (101); SCM&R Fund: (202); Street Lighting Fund (204); Fire Emergency Rescue Fund (208);
Street Improvement Levy Fund (213); Police Pension Fund (801); FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER
EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK, STATE OF OHIO, DURING THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 2026, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

SECTION 1. Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Willowick, State of Ohio, that to provide for the current
expenses and other expenditures of said City of Willowick during the calendar year ending December 31, 2026, that
the following sums be and they are hereby set aside and appropriated as follows:
SECTION 2. That there be appropriated from the General Fund:
General Fund
Police Department
Insurance
Vehical Maintenance & Repair
Police Department

101-101-5330
101-101-5568

(3,153.00)
3,153.00
-

Transportation Department
Maintenance & Repair
Tools
Transportation Department

101-601-5564
101-601-5440

1,500.00
(1,500.00)
-

Service Department
Uniforms
Schools & Training
Service Department

101-704-5270
101-704-5513

1,000.00
(1,000.00)
-

County Auditor Deductions
State Property Tax Admin Fees
County Auditor Deductions

101-710-5386

41.00
41.00

Administrative Support
PACE Assesments Payments
Administrative Support

101-711-5716

25,798.14
25,798.14

TOTAL General Fund:

25,839.14

SECTION 3. That there be appropriated from the SCM&R Fund:
Transportation Department
Freeway Maintenance
SCM&R Fund
TOTAL SCM&R Fund: Fund:

202-601-5366

2,640.00
2,640.00

2,640.00

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SECTION 4. That there be appropriated from the Street Lighting Fund:
Street Lighting
State Property Tax Admin Fees
Street Lighting

204-502-5386

14.00
14.00

14.00

TOTAL Street Lighting Fund:
SECTION 5. That there be appropriated from the Fire Emergency Rescue Fund:
Fire Department
State Property Tax Admin Fees
Fire Department

208-102-5386

9.00
9.00

9.00

TOTAL Fire Emergency Rescue Fund:
SECTION 6. That there be appropriated from the Street Improvement Levy Fund:
Transportation Department
SS4-A Study
Street Resurface & Repair
Transportation Department

213-601-5361
213-601-5367

-100,000.00
100,000.00
-

Administrative Support
State Property Tax Admin Fees
Administrative Support

213-711-5386

11.00
11.00

TOTAL Street Improvement Levy Fund

11.00

SECTION 7. That there be appropriated from the Police Pension Fund:
Police Department
State Property Tax Admin Fees
Police Department
TOTAL Police Pension Fund:

801-101-5386

2.00
2.00
2.00

SECTION 8. That the Finance Director is hereby authorized to make expenditures or payments from any of the
foregoing appropriations upon receiving proper certification and vouchers therefore, approved by the Board of Officers
authorized by law to approve the same, or an Ordinance or Resolution of Council to make the expenditures; provided
that no warrants shall be drawn or paid for salaries or wages except to persons employed by authority of and in
accordance with law or ordinance.
SECTION 9. All formal actions of this Council concerning the passage of this Ordinance were adopted in an open
meeting, and that all deliberations of this Council, or any of its Committees, which resulted in such formal action, were
in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements, including Section 3.12 of the Charter of the
City of Willowick and Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.

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SECTION 10. That the Clerk of Council be and she is hereby requested to deliver a certified copy of this Ordinance to
the Lake County Auditor.

SECTION 11. That this Ordinance is hereby declared and determined to be an emergency measure necessary for the
preservation of the public peace, health and safety of said City for the reason that immediate provision must be made
for the appropriation herein provided for and it shall, therefore, be in effect immediately upon its approval by the Mayor
of the City.
Approved by the Mayor on
ATTEST:
_________________________ , 2026
______________________________
Clerk of Council

_________________________
Mayor

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Item #15.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-50
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR FINANCE
DIRECTOR OF THE CITY OF WILLOWICK TO APPLY FOR FUNDING
THROUGH THE 2026 ROUND 4 DOTGOV DOMAIN MIGRATION
GRANT PROGRAM ADMINISTERED THROUGH CYBEROHIO, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the State of Ohio, through CyberOhio and the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant
Program, has made grant funding available to assist local governments in transitioning to secure
.gov internet domains; and
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick desires to improve its cybersecurity infrastructure and enhance
the security and reliability of its electronic communications and governmental services; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 Round 4 DotGov Domain Migration Grant Program provides funding
opportunities to eligible municipalities for expenses associated with migration to a .gov domain;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick desires to submit an application for funding under said grant
program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor or Finance Director is hereby authorized to prepare, execute, and
submit an application, together with all necessary supporting documentation, for funding through
the 2026 Round 4 DotGov Domain Migration Grant Program.
SECTION 2. That the Mayor or Finance Director is further authorized to take such administrative
actions as may be necessary to complete and submit the grant application.
SECTION 3. That any acceptance of grant funding, commitment of City matching funds, or
execution of agreements imposing financial obligations upon the City shall be subject to further
approval by Council, as required by law.
SECTION 4. That this Council finds and determines that all formal actions of this Council
concerning and relating to the passage of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of this
Council and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such
formal actions were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements,
including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
SECTION 5. That this Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the
City of Willowick, and for the further reason that the grant application deadline is November 20,
2026, requiring immediate authorization to permit timely submission. Wherefore, this Resolution

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shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its passage and approval by the Mayor, provided
it receives the affirmative vote required by law.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #16.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-51
A RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF
AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDING THROUGH THE LAND AND
WATER CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR THE MANRY
POOL REDESIGN PROJECT, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE
NECESSARY
APPLICATION
DOCUMENTS,
AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the State of Ohio, through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, administers
financial assistance for public outdoor recreation projects through the federal Land and Water
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick desires to obtain grant funding to assist with the Manry Pool
Redesign Project, which is intended to improve and enhance recreational facilities available to
City residents; and
WHEREAS, the City's Recreation Department submitted an application for funding through the
Land and Water Conservation Fund Program prior to the October 30, 2026 application deadline in
order to preserve the City's opportunity to obtain such funding; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to ratify and approve the submission of said application and
authorize the necessary actions to pursue available grant funding for the proposed project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That Council hereby ratifies and approves the submission of the City's application
for financial assistance through the Land and Water Conservation Fund Program administered by
the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for the Manry Pool Redesign Project.
SECTION 2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute and submit any
additional documentation, certifications, and information necessary to complete the application
process and establish the City's eligibility for consideration of grant funding.
SECTION 3. That the City of Willowick agrees to obligate the local funds necessary to
satisfactorily complete the proposed project and become eligible for reimbursement under the
terms and conditions of the Land and Water Conservation Fund Program, subject to the City's
lawful appropriation and expenditure procedures.
SECTION 4. That acceptance of any grant award, execution of a grant agreement, and
authorization of expenditures for the proposed project shall be subject to further action by Council
as required by law.

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SECTION 5. That this Council finds and determines that all formal actions of this Council
concerning and relating to the passage of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of this
Council and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such
formal actions were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements,
including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
SECTION 6. That this Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the
City of Willowick, and for the further reason that immediate approval is necessary to complete the
documentation required for the City's timely submitted grant application. Wherefore, this
Resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its passage and approval by the
Mayor, provided it receives the affirmative vote required by law.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #17.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-52
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR OF THE
CITY OF WILLOWICK TO REMIT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUNDS
COLLECTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE WILLOWICK CAFE
PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROJECT TO THE
NORTHEAST OHIO PUBLIC ENERGY COUNCIL, AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick has previously authorized special assessments in connection
with the Willowick Cafe Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Project; and
WHEREAS, said assessments are collected through the Lake County real estate tax collection
process and remitted to the City of Willowick through the County's settlement process; and
WHEREAS, the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) has requested payment of the
special assessment proceeds collected in connection with the Willowick Cafe PACE Project; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to authorize the Finance Director to remit said funds to NOPEC in
accordance with the applicable special assessment and financing arrangements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to remit payment to the
Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) in an amount not to exceed Twenty-Five
Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-Eight Dollars and Fourteen Cents ($25,798.14), representing
special assessment proceeds collected in connection with the Willowick Cafe Property Assessed
Clean Energy (PACE) Project, upon verification that said funds have been received by the City
and are payable to NOPEC.
SECTION 2. That payment shall be made from the appropriate fund or account designated for the
receipt and disbursement of said special assessment proceeds, in accordance with applicable law
and the City's existing financial obligations.
SECTION 3. That this Council finds and determines that all formal actions of this Council
concerning and relating to the passage of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of this
Council and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such
formal actions were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements,
including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
SECTION 4. That this Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the
City of Willowick, and for the further reason that immediate authorization is necessary to facilitate
the timely remittance of special assessment funds to NOPEC. Wherefore, this Resolution shall

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take effect and be in force immediately upon its passage and approval by the Mayor, provided it
receives the affirmative vote required by law.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #18.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-53
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK TO ENTER INTO A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
COMMUNITY PARK, RECREATION/CONSERVATION PROJECT
PASS-THROUGH GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE OHIO
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR THE WILLOWICK
MUNICIPAL CENTER PARKING LOT PROJECT, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Senate Bill 450 of the 136th General Assembly, the State of Ohio has
appropriated funds for certain capital improvement projects, including the Willowick Municipal
Center Parking Lot Project; and
WHEREAS, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources ("ODNR") has made available Two
Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00) in grant funding for the Willowick Municipal Center
Parking Lot Project, identified as Project No. LAKE-038C; and
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick desires to undertake improvements to the municipal parking
lot to enhance public access to municipal and recreational facilities; and
WHEREAS, ODNR has submitted a Capital Improvement Community Park,
Recreation/Conservation Project Pass-Through Grant Agreement setting forth the terms and
conditions for the receipt and use of said funds; and
WHEREAS, Council finds that entering into said Agreement is in the best interests of the City of
Willowick and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into and execute the Capital
Improvement Community Park, Recreation/Conservation Project Pass-Through Grant Agreement
with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for the Willowick Municipal Center Parking Lot
Project, identified as Project No. LAKE-038C, in the amount of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars
($200,000.00), in substantially the form presented to Council and on file with the Clerk of Council.
SECTION 2. That the Mayor is further authorized to execute such additional documents and
certifications and take such administrative actions as may be necessary to implement the
Agreement and secure the grant funding, provided that any material amendment or additional
financial obligation requiring Council approval shall be submitted to Council for its consideration.
SECTION 3. That the Finance Director is hereby authorized to receive and account for grant funds
distributed pursuant to the Agreement in accordance with applicable law and the City's financial
procedures.

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SECTION 4. That this Council finds and determines that all formal actions of this Council
concerning and relating to the passage of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of this
Council and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such
formal actions were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements,
including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
SECTION 5. That this Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the
City of Willowick, and for the further reason that immediate authorization is necessary to facilitate
execution of the Agreement and timely submission to ODNR for State Controlling Board approval.
Wherefore, this Resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its passage and
approval by the Mayor, provided it receives the affirmative vote required by law.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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Item #19.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-54
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK TO ACCEPT GRANT FUNDING THROUGH THE
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FOR THE PURCHASE OF
LAW ENFORCEMENT TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of Willowick Police Department has been awarded, or otherwise approved
to receive, grant funding through the Department of Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Grant
Program in an amount not to exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00); and
WHEREAS, said funding is intended to assist the City in acquiring law enforcement technology
and equipment, including license plate recognition cameras, live-view cameras, and related
investigative software; and
WHEREAS, the grant operates on a reimbursement basis, requiring the City to initially expend
eligible funds and thereafter seek reimbursement in accordance with the grant requirements; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to authorize the acceptance of said grant funding to assist the Police
Department in enhancing public safety and law enforcement capabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WILLOWICK, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF OHIO:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to accept grant funding through the Department
of Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Grant Program in an amount not to exceed One Hundred
Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00), subject to review and approval of the applicable grant terms and
conditions by the Law Director.
SECTION 2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such documents as may be necessary
to effectuate acceptance of said grant funding, provided that such documents do not impose
financial obligations upon the City beyond those authorized by Council.
SECTION 3. That the Finance Director is authorized to receive and account for grant funds and
reimbursements in accordance with applicable law and the terms of the grant award.
SECTION 4. That the purchase of equipment, execution of any vendor agreement, and
expenditure of City funds in connection with the proposed project shall be subject to applicable
purchasing requirements, appropriation and certification of available funds, and such further
Council approval as may be required by law.
SECTION 5. That this Council finds and determines that all formal actions of this Council
concerning and relating to the passage of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of this
Council and that all deliberations of this Council and any of its committees that resulted in such

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formal actions were in meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements,
including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
SECTION 6. That this Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the
City of Willowick, and for the further reason that immediate authorization is necessary to facilitate
timely acceptance and administration of available grant funding for law enforcement purposes.
Wherefore, this Resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its passage and
approval by the Mayor, provided it receives the affirmative vote required by law.

PASSED:

, 2026
_______________________________
Monica Koudela, President of
Council

SUBMITTED to the Mayor for his
approval on
, 2026
APPROVED by the Mayor on
, 2026
ATTEST:

Alyssa Moran, Clerk of Council

Michael J. Vanni, Mayor

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