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The Twinsburg City Council met on February 11, 2025, addressing several key issues including recreational marijuana regulations, infrastructure improvements, and community updates.
Marijuana Moratorium Extended
approve a three-month extension of the existing moratorium, which covers the cultivation, processing, distribution, and sale of recreational marijuana. The extension will allow the city administration time to develop comprehensive business regulations, particularly focusing on dispensary operations.
Law Director Matt Vazzana noted that while cultivation and processing are permitted under the city’s zoning code in industrial areas, retail dispensaries are not currently allowed. The three-month extension will give the council time to consider potential regulations modeled after nearby communities like Aurora.
Road Improvement Project Approved
New Business and Development
Environmental Commission Updates
- A joint Earth Day and Arbor Day event planned for April 26th from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Community Center
- Discussions about potential composting programs for residents
- Plans for a new environmental award program to recognize residents’ contributions to community sustainability
Public Safety Updates
Mayor Sam Scaffide announced the swearing-in of a new police officer, Adam Singerman, who joins the force from South Euclid Police Department. This addition is part of ongoing efforts to bring the police department to full staffing levels.
Utility Rate Information
Mayor Scaffide informed residents about upcoming increases in electricity costs, warning of a 10-15% rate increase that could last 3-5 years. The increase, affecting 12 states in the region, is due to infrastructure constraints managed by PJM Interconnection. The Mayor emphasized that switching providers would not avoid the increase, as it affects all providers in the region.
Committee Updates
JEDI Committee (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)
- Welcomed new resident member Amaninder Singh, who was sworn in by the mayor
- Reviewed the committee’s strategic plan and discussed progress on goals
- Collaborated with Parks and Recreation to plan an upcoming diversity day
- Announced a Black History Month event scheduled for February 19th at 4:45 PM at the high school
Environmental Commission
- Planning joint Earth Day/Arbor Day event for April 26th, 9:00-11:00 AM at the Community Center
- Discussed potential city composting initiatives
- Planning to implement a “Good Neighbor” award program to recognize residents’ environmental efforts
- Exploring T-shirt designs for commission members to wear at community events
Parks and Recreation
- Next meeting scheduled for February 27th in council chambers
Public Works
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for April 8th
Finance Committee
- Next meeting scheduled for February 25th at 6:00 PM
Other Business
- The council approved the continuation of internet auctions for surplus city property through GovDeals for 2025
- A resident raised concerns about new zoning code requirements for garage setbacks
- The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for February 26th was cancelled due to lack of agenda items
The meeting concluded with the council entering executive session to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation.
