REGULAR MEETING NO. 13 OF COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL, MARCH 23, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
ROLL CALL
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE JOURNAL
COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS RECEIVED BY CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AS OF WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
New Type: D-1
To: CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL OF COLORADO LLC
Chipotle 5319
2882 Stelzer Rd.
Columbus, OH 43219
Permit #: 01437415-255
Transfer Type: C-1, C-2
To: Grandview Carryout LLC
Grandview Carryout
1355 Grandview Ave
Columbus, OH 43212
From: 14 0 GRANVIEW LLC
14-0 CARRYOUT
1355 Grandview Ave
Columbus, OH 43212
Permit #: 10014177-1
New Type: C-1, C-2
To: Italian Village Carryout LLC
1041 Summit St.
Columbus, OH 43201
Permit #: 10011597-1
New Type: D-5
To: FIREBIRDS OF NEW ALBANY LLC
FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL
6036 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43081
Permit #: 02738335-1
New Type: D-3
To: Off Da Bone Kitchen & Bar LLC
OFF DA BONE KITCHEN & BAR
1223 E Long St
Columbus, OH 43203
Permit #: 10013935-1
Advertise Date: 3/28/2026
Agenda Date:3/23/2026
Return Date: 4/2/2026
RESOLUTIONS OF EXPRESSION
DAY-ACHAUER
To Recognize and Celebrate the Centennial High School Girls Basketball Team for Winning Back-to-Back City League Championships.
GREEN
To honor Local Matters during National Nutrition Month
WYCHE
To encourage the State Legislature of Ohio to pass legislation to allow for the creation of a Community Energy Pilot Program.
HARDIN
To Honor and Recognize April as Jazz Appreciation Month and April 30th, 2026, as International Jazz Day
To honor and recognize the heroism of Department of Water and Power employee Charles Coleman.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION
FINANCE & GOVERNANCE: BANKSTON, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management; to renew and increase the contracts with BOMAR Construction Company, Inc., for the Professional Construction Services - Task Order Basis project; and to authorize an expenditure up to $257,500.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvements Bond Fund. ($257,500.00)
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management; to renew and increase the contracts with HEAPY Engineering, Inc., for the Professional Engineering Services - Task Order Basis project; to authorize an expenditure up to $250,000.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvements Bond Fund; and to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget. ($250,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management; to modify and increase the contracts with Setterlin Building Company, for the Professional Construction Services - Task Order Basis project; and to authorize an expenditure up to $257,500.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvements Bond Fund. ($257,500.00)
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management; to renew and increase the contracts with DesignLevel, LLC, for the Professional Engineering Services - Task Order Basis project; to authorize an expenditure up to $250,000.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvements Fund; and to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget. ($250,000.00)
To authorize the City Auditor to modify and extend the existing contract with Dayforce US, Inc. for the renewal of the Dayforce software subscription, support, hardware, and services; to authorize the expenditure of $2,400,000.00 from the Department of Technology operating fund; to authorize the expenditure of $80,000.00 from the Employee Benefits fund. ($2,480,000.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Sewer Maintenance Equipment Parts and Services with Best Equipment Company, Inc. in accordance with the sole source provisions of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Technology to modify a contract with Granicus, LLC for the Government Experience Engagement Cloud platform; and to authorize the expenditure of $252,676.46 from the Department of Technology, Information Services Operating Fund. ($252,676.46)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to modify and extend the contract for the option to purchase Small Tools with W. W. Grainger, Inc., Hilti Inc. and F & F Industrial Equipment Corporation. ($0.00)
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & SMALL AND MINORITY BUSINESS: BANKSTON, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To accept the application (AN25-025) of David and Kristy Clark, Joseph Sofio, Eric Steinmann, and Bradley A. Wilkinson for the annexation of certain territory containing 15.3± acres in Franklin Township. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Development or his assignee to execute any and all necessary agreements and deeds for conveyance of title of one parcel of real property (960-962 E Cherry St.) held in the Land Bank pursuant to the Land Reutilization Program. ($0.00)
PUBLIC SERVICE & TRANSPORTATION: BARROSO DE PADILLA, CHR. DAY-ACHAUER, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds within the Streets and Highways Bond Fund; to appropriate funds within the Street and Highway Improvement Fund; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a contract modification with Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment, Inc. dba OHM Advisors in connection with the Roadway - Livingston Avenue - Alum Creek Trail to James Road project; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,043,333.00 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund and the Street and Highway Improvement Fund to pay for the project. ($1,043,333.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a professional services contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for the Roadway Improvements - Multimodal Engagement and Planning 2026 project; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $300,000.00 from the Mobility Operating Fund to pay for this contract. ($300,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the City to legally allow a canopy to encroach into the public right-of-way on the east side of South Front Street. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service and the Director of Recreation and Parks to terminate the current agreements with Columbus Downtown Development Corporation related to the maintenance of artistic cabinet wraps in the public right-of-way; and to authorize the Director of Public Service and the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into a Master Maintenance Agreement with Columbus Downtown Development Corporation for said features. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute grant agreements with the Ohio Department of Transportation relative to the Highway Safety Improvement Program, to accept and expend awarded grant funds, and to issue refunds, if necessary, for approved projects. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the transfer of a 0.171 acre portion of the right-of-way near 1134 Shoemaker Ave to Columbus Compost Coalition LLC. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary to release a general utility easement on a portion of Goshen Road to the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. ($0.00)
NEIGHBORHOODS, RECREATION, & PARKS: DAY-ACHAUER, CHR. WYCHE, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into year one (1) of a three (3) year contract, subject to annual appropriations and approval of the contract by the Columbus City Council, with V.A.T., Inc. for bus transportation services; to authorize the expenditure of $123,300.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund. ($123,300.00)
To authorize the transfer of $311,000.00 from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund to the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund for the support of music licensing, and Jazz & Rib Fest and CBUS Soul Fest; to authorize the appropriation of $311,000.00 in the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund. ($311,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to accept additional grant funding, in the amount of $493.80, from Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) for the Franklinton Loop - Souder Avenue Trail Connector Project; and to authorize the appropriation of $493.80 in the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund. ($493.80)
WORKFORCE, EDUCATION, & LABOR: DORANS, CHR. GREEN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to enter into a contract modification with Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC to provide employee benefits and wellness consulting services; to add money from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027; and to authorize the expenditure of $425,000.00 from the employee benefits fund. ($425,000.00)
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to expend $30,000.00, or so much thereof as may be necessary, from the Employee Benefits Fund for the Ohio AFSCME Care Plan for Hearing Aid Benefits for AFSCME and CWA employees. ($30,000.00)
HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES, & EQUITY: GREEN, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize and direct the Office of CelebrateOne to enter into a grant agreement with Restoring Our Own Through Transformation (R.O.O.T.T.) to support community-oriented Perinatal Support Doula care; to authorize expenditure within the General Fund of $250,000.00. ($250,000.00)
To authorize the Executive Director of the Office of CelebrateOne, on behalf of the Office of the Mayor, to execute a not-for-profit service contract with Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio for a Summer Youth Workforce & Career Development Program in support of the CelebrateOne goal to improve reproductive health planning; and to authorize the expenditure of $140,000.00 from the General Fund. ($140,000.00)
PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: REMY, CHR. ROSS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Support Services, to enter into a new contract for maintenance with Cincinnati Bell, Inc. dba Agile Network Builders, LLC, for network connectivity between the City’s communication towers and the dispatching centers; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize an expenditure of $141,360.00 from the General Fund. ($141,360.00)
HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS, & BUILDING: ROSS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of the Department of Building and Zoning Services to modify the professional services contract with Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. to extend the contract end date from May 8, 2026 to May 8, 2028. ($0.00)
PUBLIC UTILITIES & SUSTAINABILITY: WYCHE, CHR. REMY, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a sole source Indefinite Quantity Agreement with Operator Training Committee of Ohio, Inc. for utility operations and maintenance training services; and to authorize the expenditure of $97,000.00 split between the Sanitary Sewer and Water Operating Funds. ($97,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to renew and increase a sole source service agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for the Orion Project Management Information System Support Services application for use by the Departments of Public Utilities, Finance and Management, Public Service, and Recreation and Parks; and to authorize the expenditure of $158,729.00 split among the Electricity, Water, Sewerage, and Stormwater Operating Funds, $25,408.00 from the Finance and Management Department's General Operating Fund, $73,491.00 from the Public Service Department Operating Fund, and $15,572.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund. ($273,200.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to renew the contract with The Paul Peterson Co., Safety Division, Inc., for installation, repair, and maintenance of new and existing fencing, gates, and controllers in and around the Department of Public Utilities locations to maintain security; and to authorize the expenditure of $81,000.00 from within the Public Utilities Operating Funds. ($81,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify the subrecipient agreements with Power a Clean Future Ohio and Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission for the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, to authorize the transfer of $77,546.62 within the Electricity Grant Fund, and to authorize the expenditure of $85,000.00 from the Electricity Grant Fund. ($85,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into an agreement and all necessary amendments with the State of Ohio, Department of Transportation (ODOT), for the Division of Water Reclamation to provide interstate pump station maintenance and receive reimbursement from the State. ($0.00)
To authorize the director of the Department of Public Utilities to execute those document(s) necessary to release a portion the City’s stormwater easement rights described and recorded in Instrument Number 201509300138244, Recorder’s Office, Franklin County, Ohio. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Wood Utility Poles for the Department of Public Utilities; and to authorize the expenditure of $350,000.00 within the Electricity Operating Fund. ($350,000.00)
ZONING: DORANS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
REZONINGS/AMENDMENTS
To rezone 5311-5313 RENNER RD. (43228), being 0.35± acres located on the south side of Renner Road; 275± feet west of Atlas Street, From: ARLD, Apartment Residential District, To: L-I, Limited Institutional District (Rezoning #Z25-041).
VARIANCES
To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.035, R-3, residential district; and 3312.49(C), Required parking, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 1107 E. MOUND ST. (43205), to allow a daycare center with reduced required parking in the R-3, Residential District (Council Variance #CV25-080).
To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.02, R-rural district; 3321.05(B)(2), Vision clearance; and 3332.06, R-rural area district requirements, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 5751 SOVEREIGN ST. (43235), to allow a two-unit dwelling with reduced development standards in the R, Rural District (Council Variance #CV25-079).
To grant a Variance from the provisions of Section 3349.04(a)(c), Height, area and yard regulations, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 5311-5313 RENNER RD. (43228), to reduce required development standards in the L-I, Limited Institutional District and I, Institutional District, and to revoke Ordinance #2712-92 (CV92-089), passed January 11, 1993, and Ordinance #0063-2024 (CV23-110) passed January 8, 2024 (Council Variance #CV26-007).
To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3353.03, Permitted Uses, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 2515 LOCKBOURNE RD. (43207), to allow accessory storage in the C-2, Commercial District (Council Variance #CV25-134) and to declare an emergency.
CONSENT ACTIONS
RESOLUTIONS OF EXPRESSION:
BANKSTON
To Celebrate the 1st Church Anniversary of Antioch Jordan Baptist Church
DORANS
To Congratulate Niki Yemi as the 2026 George Meany Community Service Award Recipient
To Congratulate Joe Wing as the 2026 George Meany Award Recipient
To Congratulate Joe Begeny as the 2026 George Meany Community Leadership Award Recipient
To Congratulate Michael Stinziano as the 2026 George Meany Community Leadership Award Recipient
To Congratulate Myles Wilson as the 2026 George Meany Youth Services Award Recipient
WYCHE
To honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Mickey M. Tate, 1956 - 2026
HARDIN
To Recognize and Congratulate Pastor Reginald J. Taylor on his 1st Pastoral Anniversary
FINANCE & GOVERNANCE: BANKSTON, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize and direct the City Auditor to authorize payment to the Webster Patrick C dba Capitol City Cylinder and Seals LLC, per invoice approved by the Department Director (or designee) in an amount not to exceed $12,326.74 from Fleet Management Operating Budget; and to declare an emergency. ($12,326.74)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Ventrac Parts with Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation Inc.; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into four (4) contracts for the option to purchase Auto Body Repair Services with Jones Matthew DBA A-tec Auto Body LLC, Keens Auto Body Inc, OHF1 LLC DBA Capital Ford of Columbus and Skinner Diesel Services Inc; and to authorize the expenditure of $4.00. ($4.00)
To authorize the City Treasurer to renew its contract for gift card banking services with US Bank NA for the period April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027; and to declare and emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the City Auditor to modify an agreement with OnActuate Consulting US Inc. to add additional funding ($693,000.00) for the first of four annual renewal options subject to Council approval and appropriation for supplemental professional support, consulting and technical services for D365, Azure, point of sale, and power platform; to authorize the expenditure of $693,000.00, from the Department of Technology operating fund; and to declare an emergency. ($693,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to modify and extend three (3) Universal Term Contracts for the option to purchase Janitorial Supplies with Hillyard Inc , Carmens’s Distribution System Inc., and Key 4 Supply Inc., and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the City Treasurer to renew its contract for banking services with JP Morgan Chase Bank; to authorize the expenditure of $2,500.00 from various funds within the City; and to declare an emergency. ($2,500.00)
To authorize the City Treasurer to renew its contract for investment advisory services with Meeder Public Funds, Inc., for the period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027; and to authorize the expenditure of up to 252,000.00 from the general fund: and to declare and emergency. ($252,000.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to modify and extend the Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Centrex services with AT&T Enterprises, LLC; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the City Treasurer to renew its contract for banking services with Fifth Third Bank; to authorize the expenditure of $30,000.00 from the City Treasurer’s budget for investment safekeeping, smart safes and various banking services; and to declare an emergency. ($30,000.00)
To authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund in support of vehicle acquisition for the executive protection unit; and to declare an emergency. ($40,000.00)
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & SMALL AND MINORITY BUSINESS: BANKSTON, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To accept the application (AN25-003) of City of Columbus Department of Public Service (DPS) for the annexation of certain territory containing 0.098± acres in Blendon Township. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with the Lincoln Theatre Association to renovate the existing space and location to support daily operations and programming; to authorize the expenditure of $402,000.00 from the Development Taxable Bond Fund; to authorize the advancement of funds on a predetermined schedule provided in the terms of the agreement; and to declare an emergency. ($402,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to enter into a professional services contract with BBC Research & Consulting, Inc. for up to $374,462.00 to conduct an Availability Study; to authorize the expenditure of $202,347.35 from the general fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary; and to declare an emergency. ($202,347.35)
To set forth a statement of municipal services and zoning conditions to be provided to the area contained in a proposed annexation (AN26-001) of 4.23± Acres in Prairie Township to the city of Columbus as required by the Ohio Revised Code and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with the Columbus Urban League in support of the CULYP Inaugural Legacy Gala; to authorize an expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($10,000.00)
To authorize the Department of Development to transfer appropriation of $1,277,011.00 of its 2026 general fund appropriation between divisions and object classes; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to enter into a single event sponsorship agreement with Ohio Black Expo, a local non-profit organization, in support of the Ohio Black Expo event week; to authorize the expenditure of $50,000.00 within the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($50,000.00)
PUBLIC SERVICE & TRANSPORTATION: BARROSO DE PADILLA, CHR. DAY-ACHAUER, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the transfer of a 0.023 acre portion of right-of-way near Stewart Avenue to Lucas Melicoff-Byrnes and Hector Melicoff-Byrnes. ($8,080.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a contract modification with CTL Engineering, Inc for the Roadway - Material Testing and Inspection 2024 project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $500,000.00 from the Private Construction Inspection Fund and the Construction Inspection Fund to pay for the contract; and to declare an emergency. ($500,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a contract modification with WSP USA, Inc in connection with the Bikeway-Cassady Ave - 7th to Plaza Properties Boulevard project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $250,000.00 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund to pay for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($250,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement for the purchase of parking meter payment systems from Cale America Inc. dba Flowbird for the Division of Mobility & Parking Services; to authorize the expenditure of up to $175,000.00 from the Mobility Enterprise Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($175,000.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract for the option to purchase Thermoplastic Glass Beads with Gentem USA Inc.; to authorize the expenditure of $1.00; and to declare an emergency. ($1.00)
NEIGHBORHOODS, RECREATION, & PARKS: DAY-ACHAUER, CHR. WYCHE, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods to extend an existing grant agreement with South Side Thrive Collaborative through July 31, 2026; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To amend Ordinance No. 3101-2025, passed by Columbus City Council on December 8, 2025, to change the Linden Economic Development Alliance's fiscal agent from Greater Linden Business Network to Community Shares of Mid Ohio for the implementation of the One Linden Plan; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
WORKFORCE, EDUCATION, & LABOR: DORANS, CHR. GREEN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize an appropriation of $47,000.00 from the unappropriated balance of the Citywide Training Entrepreneurial Fund to allow the Department of Human Resources to enhance the training supplies, equipment, and course offerings at the Citywide Training and Development Center; and to declare an emergency. ($47,000.00)
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to modify the Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Safety Professional Services contract with Safex Inc. to add funds; to authorize the expenditure of up to $130,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund for this contract; and declare an emergency. ($130,000.00)
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to modify the Defense Medical Examination and/or File Review contract with MedQuest Evaluators to add funds; to authorize the expenditure of up to $45,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund for this contract; and declare an emergency. ($45,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Human Resources to modify the Workers Compensation TPA contract with Sedgwick Claims Management Services to add funds; to authorize the expenditure of up to $55,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund for this contract; and declare an emergency. ($55,000.00)
To authorize the City Attorney, on behalf of the Department of Human Resources, to modify an existing agreement for special legal counsel services with Porter, Wright, Morris & Arthur, LLP; to authorize an expenditure up to $75,000.00 within the Employee Benefits Fund; to authorize the reimbursement of expenses incurred prior to the issuance of a purchase order from and after December 1, 2025; and to declare an emergency. ($75,000.00)
To grant an extension of injury leave for Officer John Doe for the period February 1, 2026 to July 14, 2026, as recommended by the Board of Industrial Relations; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Office of Education to extend an existing contract with W.E. Upjohn Unemployment Trustee Corporation for program evaluation services in support of the Columbus Promise program to June 30, 2026; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES, & EQUITY: GREEN, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize and direct the Board of Health to accept grant funds from The Ohio State University in the amount of $47,174.00 and any additional funds for the OSU SUD Intervention Grant program following receipt of executed agreement; to authorize the appropriation of $47,147.00, and any additional funds awarded from the unappropriated balance of the Health Department Grants Fund; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer appropriations between object classes for the OSU SUD Intervention Grant program; and to declare an emergency. ($47,147.00)
To authorize the Board of Health to enter into a contract with Health Access, LLC for the Ryan White Part A HIV Care Grant Program for the provision of services allowable under the grant for persons with HIV or AIDS in central Ohio; to authorize the expenditure from the Health Department Grants Fund to pay the costs thereof; and to declare an emergency. ($99,000.00)
To authorize and direct the Board of Health to accept grant funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in the amount of $550,000.00 and any additional funds for the HIV Epidemic Care grant program; to authorize the appropriation of $550,000.00, and any additional funds awarded from the unapppropriated balance of the Health Department Grants Fund; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer appropriations between object classes for the HIV Epidemic Care grant program; and to declare an emergency. ($550,000.00)
To authorize the Board of Health to enter into initial contracts with qualified vendors, modify those contracts if portions of previously appropriated and encumbered funds are unused, and reallocate unused funds by entering into contracts with newly identified and qualified vendors pursuant to federal requirements, for the Ending the HIV Epidemic Grant Program for the provision of services allowable under the grant for persons with HIV or AIDS in central Ohio; to authorize the expenditure of $245,047.38 from the Health Department Grants Fund to pay the costs thereof; to waive applicable provisions of City Code 329; and to declare an emergency. ($245,047.38)
PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: REMY, CHR. ROSS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the City Auditor to process a transfer from the Division of Fire, DOJ OJP COSSAP RREACT Grant Program to the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($26,640.43)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director, on behalf of the Department of Public Safety, to associate all general budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the Universal Term Contract with Motorola Solutions Inc. and issue a purchase order for radio communications equipment in the amount of $207,151.81; to amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of $207,151.81 between projects in the Safety Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the expenditure of $207,151.81 from the Safety Voted Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($207,151.81)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate any and all budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the purchase agreement with Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless for wireless voice, data, GPS, modem services, and equipment; to authorize the expenditure of $200,000.00 from the Department of Public Safety's general fund budget; and to declare an emergency. ($200,000.00)
To authorize and direct the Director of Public Safety to renew the existing contract with ZOLL Medical Corporation on behalf of the Division of Fire as authorized by Ordinance 0977-2022 for extended warranty and preventative maintenance services for the ZOLL devices; and to authorize the expenditure of $91,705.32 from the General Fund. ($91,705.32)
To amend Ordinance No. 2173-2025 to correct the vendor’s name as a result of a corporate conversion from Emergency Networking, Inc. to Emergency Networking, LLC; to amend the contracting party from Emergency Networking, Inc. to Tyler Technologies, Inc. dba Emergency Networking, LLC; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the payment of $6,230.64 to Firefighter Timothy J. Gribble for vacation leave that accumulated in excess of the maximum amount established by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Columbus and Columbus Fire Fighters Union Local #67 I.A.F.F. ($6,230.64)
To authorize an appropriation of $150,000.00 from the unappropriated balance of the General Government Grant Fund to the Division of Police; to authorize and direct the Director of Public Safety to enter into an agreement with The Ohio State University for the OSU-CPD Crime Interdiction Security Initiative; and to declare an emergency. ($150,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Safety to enter into a contract with Columbus Humane to assist in the performance of animal cruelty investigations; to authorize the expenditure of $325,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($325,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Fire, to modify all contracts and agreements with Elite Fire Services, LLC dba Elite Fire Services by assigning past, present and future contracts and agreements to Fire Protection Pros, LLC dba Elite Fire Services; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Administrative and Presiding Judge of the Franklin County Municipal Court to modify the first year of a four-year contract with Svetlana Ball, DBA Ohio Translation Services, LLC for foreign language interpreter services for the Franklin County Municipal Court; to authorize the additional expenditure of an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 from the general fund; and to declare an emergency. ($350,000.00)
To authorize the Administrative and Presiding Judge of the Franklin County Municipal Court to enter into the first year of a contract with Behavioral Science Specialists, LLC, for the provision of competency evaluations and examinations of defendants; to authorize the expenditure of up to an amount not to exceed $345,000.00 from the general fund; and to declare an emergency. ($345,000.00)
To authorize the City Attorney, on behalf of the Department of Public Utilities, to enter into contract with Grossman & Kelly, LLP for special legal counsel services regarding potential Legal Action pertaining to the costs and harms from microplastics, including TPW such as cigarette butts, against responsible parties; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the City Attorney, on behalf of the Department of Public Safety, to enter into contract with Grossman & Kelly, LLP for special legal counsel services regarding potential Legal Action pertaining to the possible presence, use, and remediation of PFAS, including AFFF, at or affecting City facilities, equipment, operations, personnel, property, or service areas; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Safety to renew a grant agreement with the Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, to support the continued provision of Critical Incident investigations; to authorize the expenditure of $495,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($495,000.00)
To authorize and direct the City Auditor to transfer $245,000.00 within the general fund and then to the specialty docket program for the Franklin County Municipal Court; and to declare an emergency. ($245,000.00)
HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS, & BUILDING: ROSS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To decrease the imprest petty cash operating fund by $1,450.00; and to reduce the number of petty cash drawers by four (4) in the Administration and Customer Service sections of the Department of Building and Zoning Services. ($1,450.00)
To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds within the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with Franklinton Rising for development of a 4-unit affordable housing project in an amount up to $600,000.00; authorize the expenditure of up to $600,000.00 from the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; and to authorize expenditures prior to execution of the Purchase Order. ($600,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a planned modification of a contract with SavKon Construction., to increase funding in an amount up to $80,000.00 for lead abatement and healthy home repair services. ($80,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Subaward Not-for Profit Service Contract with Community Action Program (CAP) Commission of the Lancaster Fairfield County Area in an amount up to $373,907.00; to authorize the expenditure in an amount up to $373,907.00 utilizing the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Housing Opportunities for People with Aids (HOPWA) entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; to authorize the payment of eligible expenditures prior to the issue of the purchase order beginning January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026; and declare an emergency. ($373,907.00)
To authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with Columbus Housing Partnership, Inc. (dba Homeport) for the renovation of Emerald Glen, an affordable housing apartment complex, an amount up to $762,000.00; to amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds within the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the expenditure of up to $762,000.00 from the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize reimbursement of expenditures incurred prior to the creation of a Purchase Order; and to declare an emergency. ($762,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Director of the Department of Development or his assignee to execute any and all necessary agreements and deeds for conveyance of title of one parcel of real property (580-582 Lilley Ave.) held in the Land Bank pursuant to the Land Reutilization Program and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify a grant agreement with the Tony R Wells Foundation dba The Wells Foundation to extend the agreement term date through March 31, 2027; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into an unplanned modification of a grant agreement with The Tony R. Wells Foundation, to extend the agreement termination date from March 31, 2026 to March 31, 2027 and to continue to act as fiscal manager for the RHI program in providing financial assistance to eligible residents facing eviction, homelessness, and helping them find new housing; and declare an emergency. ($0.00)
PUBLIC UTILITIES & SUSTAINABILITY: WYCHE, CHR. REMY, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract for the option to purchase Fairbanks Morse and Layne Pump Parts and Repair Service with The H.P. Thompson Utility & Thermal Equipment Company; to authorize the expenditure of $1.00; and to declare an emergency. ($1.00)
To authorize the transfer of $25,000.00 and expenditure of $24,000.00 within the Sewerage System Operating Fund; to authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a grant agreement with the Water Research Foundation. ($24,000.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract for the option to purchase Sewer and Water Pipes with Core & Main LP, and Ferguson US Holdings Inc.; to authorize the expenditure of $2.00; and to declare an emergency. ($2.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify a contract for the 2022 Utility Cut Restoration Project with Decker Construction Company for the Division of Water; and to authorize the expenditure of $750,000.00 through June 30, 2026. ($750,000.00)
To authorize and direct the City Auditor to authorize payment to APO Pumps & Compressors LLC per invoice approved by the Department Director (or designee) in an amount not to exceed $3,600.00; and to declare an emergency. ($3,600.00)
To amend Ordinance 1490-2024 to expand the scope of services for the US DOE-funded program and to change the identity of the subrecipient; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To amend the Background section of Ordinance 2845-2024 to expand the scope of services for the US DOE-funded program; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into an indefinite quantity agreement with Homeland Language Services LLC for translation services; and to authorize the expenditure of $15,000.00 split between the Electricity, Water, Sanitary Sewer, and Stormwater Operating Funds. ($15,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to renew an existing agreement with T&M Associates for Environmental Management System and Environmental Compliance Support Services; and to authorize the expenditure of $242,000.00 split between the Electricity, Water, Sanitary Sewer, and Stormwater Operating Funds. ($242,000.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract for the option to purchase Mainline Fire Hydrants & Hydrant Parts with Core & Main LP., and Ferguson US Holdings Inc; to authorize the expenditure of $2.00; and to declare an emergency. ($2.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into an infrastructure maintenance agreement with Downtown Columbus, Incorporated for nonstandard improvements within public right-of-way; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to renew the existing contract with Synagro Central, LLC to provide liquid land application of biosolids for the Division of Water Reclamation; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
To authorize the City Attorney to spend City funds to acquire and accept in good faith certain fee simple and lesser real estate located in the vicinity of Williams Road between I-270 and Marketing Place, and contract for associated professional services in order for the Department of Public Utilities to timely complete the acquisition of Real Estate for the Blacklick Creek Main Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation project; to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the expenditure of up to $200,000.00 from the Sanitary Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($200,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program agreements with the Appalachia Ohio Alliance for their Salt Creek Narrows and Scioto River Flyway Conservation Corridor projects and with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for the Chagrin River Corridor Preservation project; to execute documents necessary to enter into these sponsorship agreements; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)
RULES & POLICY: HARDIN, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
APPOINTMENTS
Appointment of Montoya Rogers, 5411 John Browning Ct., Canal Winchester, OH 43110 to serve on the Community Relations Commission with a term expiration date of January 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Appointment of Ophelia Arnold, 5426 Lehman Village Blvd., Canal Winchester, OH 43110 to serve on the Community Relations Commission with a new term expiration date of January 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Appointment of Helen Yee, 163 Richard Rd, Columbus, OH to serve on the Community Relations Commission replacing with a new term expiration date of January 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Appointment of Justin Shaw, 1401 Upper Green Cir., Columbus, OH 43212 to serve on the Community Relations Commission with a new term expiration date of January 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Appointment of Dr. Antoinette Miranda, PhD, Board of Education President, Columbus City Schools, 270 E. State Street, Columbus, OH 43215, to serve on the Trolley Barn DRD Advisory Committee as the Columbus City Schools Representative, replacing Michael Cole, with a term expiration date of June 20, 2027, but shall continue to hold over into one or more subsequent terms until a new citizen member is duly appointed to serve for the remainder of such term or until death, resignation, or removal for cause as determined by this Council. (resume attached)
Appointment of Jeffrey Lawrence Jr., Owner, The Guard, 1624 Oak Street, Columbus, OH 43205, to serve on the Trolley Barn DRD Advisory Committee as a Small Business Representative, replacing Andrew Sauer, with a term expiration date of June 20, 2026, but shall continue to hold over into one or more subsequent terms until a new citizen member is duly appointed to serve for the remainder of such term or until death, resignation, or removal for cause as determined by this Council. (resume attached)
Reappointment of Chris Naegele, 3359 Everson Road East, Columbus OH 43232, to serve on the Labor Commission with a new term expiration date of March 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Reappointment of Samantha Trueblood, 986 Wilson Ave, Columbus OH 43206, to serve on the Labor Commission with a new term expiration date of March 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Appointment of Debi Hampton, 5028 Cashion Drive, Columbus, OH 43026, to serve on the Far West Side Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2025 and an expiration date of December 31, 2027. (resume attached)
Appointment of Jim Garrett, 5946 Signature Drive, Galloway, OH 43119, to serve on the Far West Side Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2025 and an expiration date of December 31, 2027. (resume attached)
Appointment of Awatif Elnour, 5423 Gillette Avenue, Hilliard, OH 43026, to serve on the Far West Side Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of Kelley Arnold, 4936 Inspiration Drive, Hilliard, OH 43026, to serve on the Far West Side Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of Justin Fogt, 6006 Lakefront Avenue, Hilliard, OH 43026, to serve on the Far West Side Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of James White, 570 Wiltshire Road, Columbus, OH 43204, to serve on the Greater Hilltop Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 6, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of Kyle Edwards, 865 Salisbury Road, Columbus, OH 43204, to serve on the Greater Hilltop Area Commission, replacing Brandon Barcus, with a new term start date of January 6, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2027. (resume attached)
Appointment of Kayla Wilkerson, 148 Demorest Road, Columbus, OH 43204, to serve on the Greater Hilltop Area Commission, replacing Jennie Keplar, with a new term start date of January 6, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026. (resume attached)
Reappointment of Zachary Zaluski, Norfolk Southern Corporation, 6672 Ardennes Loop North, Hilliard, OH 43026 to serve on the Madison Township Joint Economic Development District with a new term expiration date of December 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Reappointment of Zachary Zaluski, Norfolk Southern Corporation, 6672 Ardennes Loop North, Hilliard, OH 43026 to serve on the Northern Pickaway County Joint Economic Development District with a new term expiration date of December 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Reappointment of Quinten Harris, City of Columbus,111 N Front St. Columbus, OH 43215 to serve on the Madison Township Joint Economic Development District with a new term expiration date of December 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Reappointment of Quinten Harris, City of Columbus,111 N Front St. Columbus, OH 43215 to serve on the Northern Pickaway County Joint Economic Development District with a new term expiration date of December 31, 2029. (resume attached)
Appointment of Tamara Brooks, 2303 Linden Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211, to serve on the North Linden Area Commission, replacing Daniel Ajayi, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of Ebony Fadis, 943 Roberson Street, Columbus, OH 43201, to serve on the North Linden Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of Joseph "Manny" Heilman, 307 East 18th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201, to serve on the University Area Commission, replacing Jillian Dyer, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026. (resume attached)
Appointment of Michael Lange, 80 East Rich Street, Suite 120, Columbus, OH 43215, to serve on the University Area Commission, replacing Justin Garland, with a new term start date of January 21, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026. (resume attached)
Appointment of Johan Guy, 106 East 13th Avenue, Apartment X, Columbus, OH 43201, to serve on the University Area Commission, replacing Tyler Littlejohn, with a new term start date of January 21, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2028. (resume attached)
Appointment of Asmara Williams, 1333 Sigsbee Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219, to serve on the North Central Area Commission, replacing Sean Ruffin, with a new term start date of January 1, 2026 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026. (resume attached)
EMERGENCY, POSTPONED AND 2ND READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION
FINANCE & GOVERNANCE: BANKSTON, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Facilities Management Division, to enter a contract with CBRE Government Services, LLC for facility management services at the Franklin County Municipal Court Building; to authorize the expenditure up to $1,771,480.00 within the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,771,480.00)
To authorize the City Auditor to enter into a service contract with J.P Morgan Chase to provide lockbox and banking services for Income Tax Revenue filings for the Division of Income Tax; to authorize the expenditure of $520,000.00 from the General Fund; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Code; and to declare an emergency. ($520,000.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Plumbing Maintenance Services with The Waterworks LLC; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Chapter 329 of Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($1.00)
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & SMALL AND MINORITY BUSINESS: BANKSTON, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with Lower Lights Christian Health Center Inc. to build out a new location for expanded service provision and organizational operations; to authorize the expenditure of $1,000,000.00 from the Development Taxable Bond Fund; to authorize expenses incurred prior to purchase order execution, beginning August 1, 2025; to authorize the advancement of funds on a predetermined schedule provided in the terms of the agreement; and to declare an emergency. ($1,000,000.00)
PUBLIC SERVICE & TRANSPORTATION: BARROSO DE PADILLA, CHR. DAY-ACHAUER, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate all general budget reservations resulting from this ordinance and to establish purchase orders and contracts with multiple vendors for the purchase of various Pavement Materials & Aggregates for the Department of Public Service to authorize the expenditure of up to $450,000.00 from the Street Construction, Maintenance, and Repair Fund; to authorize the expenditure of up to $650,000.00 from the Municipal Motor Vehicle Tax Fund; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Code Chapter 329 with respect to the usage of certain cooperative purchasing contracts for the purpose of purchasing various Pavement Materials & Aggregates (MAT) commodities; and to declare an emergency. ($1,100,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Service to modify an existing service contract with LAZ Parking Midwest, LLC dba LAZ Parking Ltd., LLC (LAZ) for the provision of off-street parking management services; to authorize the expenditure of up to $2,600,000.00 from the Mobility Enterprise Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($2,600,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to modify an existing service contract with Data Ticket, Inc. for the provision of off-street parking management services; to authorize the expenditure of up to $2,000,000.00 from the Mobility Enterprise Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($2,000,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Service to modify a professional services contract with ParkMobile LLC relative to the Mobile Payment Application System; to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,600,000.00 from the Mobility Enterprise Operating Fund to pay for an additional year of this contract; and to declare an emergency. ($1,600,000.00)
NEIGHBORHOODS, RECREATION, & PARKS: DAY-ACHAUER, CHR. WYCHE, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to modify an existing contract with E.L. Robinson Engineering of Ohio Co. for the Big Walnut Trail - Refugee Road to East Main Street Project; to authorize the transfer of $794,569.25 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of $1,257,538.55 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund. ($1,257,538.55)
WORKFORCE, EDUCATION, & LABOR: DORANS, CHR. GREEN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to modify the Public Safety Health and Physical Fitness Testing contract with the OhioHealth Corporation to add funds; to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,600,000.00 from the General Fund for this contract; to declare an emergency. ($1,600,000.00)
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to enter into a service contract with OhioHealth Corporation for the Occupational Safety and Health Medical Services Clinic; to authorize the expenditure of up to $430,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund to pay for this contract; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($430,000.00)
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to enter into a contract with Porter, Wright, Morris & Arthur LLP to provide consulting services connected to collective bargaining negotiations and related activities; to authorize the expenditure of $400,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Codes; and declare an emergency. ($400,000.00)
To authorize the Interim Director of the Department of Human Resources to enter into a professional services contract with Yellow Bird Food Shed LLC for the produce distribution service contract; to authorize the expenditure of up to $100,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund to pay for this contract; to authorize the expenditure of funds for reasonable food and non-alcoholic beverage expenses; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($100,000.00)
HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES, & EQUITY: GREEN, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Executive Director of the Office of CelebrateOne to accept a grant extension from the Ohio Department of Medicaid for the Enhanced Maternal Health Program in the amount of $3,390,000.00; to authorize the appropriation of $3,390,000.00 from the un-appropriated balance of the General Government Grants Fund; and to authorize contracts and expenditures with multiple community partner sub-grantees for the Enhanced Maternal Health Program in Columbus and Central Ohio up to $2,395,999.76, to allow for invoicing for services already incurred from the ongoing work of this grant starting January 1st 2026; and to expend up to $994,000.24 of this grant for CelebrateOne Community Health Worker’s and materials with CelebrateOne pregnant and parenting families and to declare an emergency. ($3,390,000.00)
To authorize and direct the Board of Health to accept a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the Healthy Start Grant Program in the amount of $1,100,000.00; to authorize the appropriation of $1,100,000.00 from the unappropriated balance of the Health Department Grants Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,100,000.00)
PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: REMY, CHR. ROSS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate any and all budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the purchase agreement with Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless for wireless voice, data, GPS, modem services, and equipment; to authorize the expenditure of $1,250,000.00 from the Department of Public Safety's general fund budget; and to declare an emergency. ($1,250,000.00)
To authorize the Municipal Court Clerk to enter in a contract with AT&T Enterprises, LLC for the purchase of maintenance, support and services for phone service; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City code; and to authorize the expenditure of $48,000.00 from the Municipal Court Clerk computer fund; and to declare an emergency. ($48,000.00)
To authorize and direct the City Auditor to transfer $1,649,976.00 within various projects of the Safety Voted Bond Fund; to amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Codes, Chapter 329; to authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into contracts with and issue purchase orders to Atlantic Emergency Solutions for the purchase of four (4) Horton Ford F550 gas chassis Medics; to authorize the expenditure of $1,649,976.00 from the Safety Voted Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,649,976.00)
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate universal term contract purchase agreement(s), on behalf of the Division of Fire, for the purchase of uniforms from Galls, LLC, turn-out gear from Fire Acquisition Company, LLC dba Phoenix Safety Outfitters, and SCBA equipment from Atlantic Emergency Solutions; to authorize the expenditure of $1,530,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,530,000.00)
To authorize and direct the Finance and Management Director to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements with Bound Tree Medical, LLC, ZOLL Medical Corporation, and Teleflex, LLC for the purchase of EMS pharmaceuticals and miscellaneous medical supplies for the Division of Fire; to authorize the expenditure of $1,200,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,200,000.00)
To authorize the Department of Finance and Management to enter into contract with PerkinElmer US LLC for the purchase of two ATR accessories with associated shipping costs for the Division of Police Crime Lab; to enter in said agreement in accordance with the terms of bid waiver provisions of Chapter 329 of the City Code; to authorize the expenditure of $24,929.16 from the FY24 Paul Coverdell grant; and to declare an emergency. ($24,929.16)
HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS, & BUILDING: ROSS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds within the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with Habitat for Humanity-MidOhio for development of a 14-unit affordable housing development in an amount up to $1,000,000.00 with a total commitment to the project of $2,000,000.00; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,000,000.00 from the Affordable Housing Bond Fund. ($1,000,000.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with the Tony R. Wells Foundation in an amount up to $1,000,000.00 to act as fiscal manager of the American Dream Downpayment Initiative (ADDI) program; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure in an amount up to $1,000,000.00 from the Housing Business Tax Incentive fund; to advance funding per a predetermined schedule; and to declare an emergency. ($1,000,000.00)
To amend the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds within the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with CHP Homeport Homes, LLC for development of a 24 single family affordable housing development in an amount up to $2,500,000.00 with a total commitment to the project of $5,000,000.00; to authorize the expenditure of up to $2,500,000.00 from the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; and declare an emergency. ($2,500,000.00)
PUBLIC UTILITIES & SUSTAINABILITY: WYCHE, CHR. REMY, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of parts, materials, supplies and services for the Division of Water, Distribution Maintenance Section; and to authorize the expenditure of $3,200,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($3,200,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a new contract with Truck Country of Indiana, dba Stoops Freightliner, for the purchase and installation of methane detection systems on previously-purchased Automated Side Loader refuse trucks; to authorize and direct the City Auditor to authorize payment to Truck Country of Indiana, dba Stoops Freightliner, for services rendered as part of this project per invoices approved by the Public Service Department Director (or designee) in an amount not to exceed $55,020.00, of which $34,060.00 will be on a Then and Now Certificate to pay invoices due for services already performed; to authorize the expenditure of $55,020.00 from the Refuse Bond Fund; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City Code; and to declare an emergency. ($55,020.00)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Light Duty Trucks for the Department of Public Utilities; to authorize the expenditure of $1,889,162.28 split among the Water and Electrical Operating Funds; and to declare an emergency. ($1,889,162.28)
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Light Duty Vehicles & Vehicle Uplifts for the Department of Public Utilities; and to authorize the expenditure of $1,310,000.00 split among the Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Operating Funds; and to declare an emergency. ($1,310,000.00)
To authorize the Director of Public Service to renew the contract with Rumpke of Ohio, Inc., for yard waste and recycling collection services; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of funds in an amount up to $15,923,729.00 within the Income Tax Set Aside Fund; to authorize the expenditure of $3,690,527.00 from the General Fund for the tenth year of the contract; and to declare an emergency. ($19,614,256.00)
RULES & POLICY: HARDIN, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
BANKSTON
To amend Chapter 225 of the Columbus City Codes to reestablish the Information Services Division within the Department of Technology. ($0.00)
ADJOURNMENT
Council President stated, "We have one correction to the March 9th journal, as referenced by the City Clerk. In Communication C0011-2026, the New Type was inadvertently listed as D1 and should be D3 for RH F&B Ohio LLC Restoration Hardware."
ADJOURNED AT 9:17 PM
RECESS
RECESSED AT 6:27 PM
RECONVENE
RECONVENED AT 8:45 PM
Approval of the Consent Agenda