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The applicant’s representative, attorney Rebecca Mott, and property owner John Mahan described the proposal as a new tenant (Rain for Rent) storing pumps, tanks, filtration units, pipes and related fluid-handling equipment on roughly a 10-acre industrial parcel. Planning staff and the Board of Zoning Appeals previously approved variances for gravel surfacing, a chain-link fence and landscaping conditions; staff recommended four additional stipulations to manage interim impacts while the site develops.

Council adopted the following stipulations as part of the permit: (1) outdoor storage may not commence until a building permit for the site’s primary building is issued; (2) the special-use permit will expire on Dec. 7, 2027, if the primary building is not substantially complete as determined by the chief building and zoning official; (3) materials and equipment stored on site must be limited to those used in Rain for Rent’s business operations or otherwise approved by the chief building and zoning official; and (4) stored materials may not be stacked higher than 15 feet.

City planning staff said the 15-foot limit reflects the maximum height of the largest containers Rain for Rent will store. Staff and the applicant said the building itself — planned at roughly 25 to 30 feet high in the adjacent Urban Crest parcel — will screen storage areas from Southwest Boulevard and Lewis Center Way. Staff also said the permit includes a condition that storage cannot commence until the primary building’s permit is issued. Planning commission recommended approval 3–0 earlier this year.

Council members pressed the applicant on gravel remaining on the site after a 2024 variance; applicants said the gravel storage area has been used since 1988 and that gravel removal will be determined during the development-plan and stormwater review. Applicant John Mahan said the ownership group is performing stormwater engineering for the entire property and anticipates a single detention pond serving the ownership’s parcels.

During discussion, council asked about environmental runoff and screening. Staff said stormwater and OEPA/EPA requirements will be analyzed during the development-plan process and that stipulations were designed to allow the site to move forward while protecting city interests. The administration said final development plans and paving requirements will be reviewed by the building and engineering divisions before full use.

The ordinance amendment adding the four stipulations was moved by Councilman Berry; the final ordinance was approved on a recorded vote.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Grove City - City Council - Jul 07, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Grove City Council approved Ordinance C2425, granting a special-use permit for outdoor storage at 3400 Southwest Boulevard for Rain for Rent, with four stipulations limiting when and how materials can be stored.","taxTitle","Grove City, Franklin County, Ohio","taxId",53876,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6551964,"Grove City council approves ordinance to halt further investment in Brook Park, seeks lease renegotiation with Southwestern Schools",2628,3184000,5812000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7&start=3184&end=5812","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7/thumbnail_3184000.jpg","/articles/6551964/Grove-City/Franklin-County/Ohio/Grove-City-council-approves-ordinance-to-halt-further-investment-in-Brook-Park-seeks-lease-renegotiation-with-Southwestern-Schools","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551964-2be03da646f8884c504495e4f49947dd/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180470&Signature=RDkL4kraSke1iXx1N0yf~7buZq5ZHM6UG3cSaoIYKndpRrWZ2ESgVkwf0-qx-okr0btjPYRv4QjJzLpAzkLuZfd1TSCUI~EVwjuwJsRJpO0O4UJO3jSrk10zESlMKI-CwdLOcYMeQiBmv7ylyXa6A~nZVbnATX3TktiijRFjgX~9Q2AJ5IjlgaTvmb8FcE4y0RaIG1AAOvfscV4GsItcY7kPPwyuR~sEReRpX7QVVy29spSLYV6I~FkhxAh6yskL8HTN0Ny4cmsIlW9brPrD24NAncSRjzig8U~tVXR7VZyqiieIcJvpoBx92YyWeIt18E3vqBn3SKL3z7kPOn8Itg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Grove City Council on Monday voted to approve Ordinance C2225, which requires the city to stop further expenditure of staff time and financial resources at Brook Park beyond routine utilities and contractual obligations, and directs the city administrator to pursue termination or renegotiation of the lease with Southwestern City Schools.

Council members said the motion aims to preserve council oversight while the city continues planning for a community center and evaluates long-term uses of Brook Park. Supporters argued the ordinance protects taxpayers from open-ended spending on a property the city does not yet own; opponents urged using the building for arts and recreational programs that serve nearby neighborhoods.

The measure sparked a prolonged public-comment period and debate. Former councilman Roby Shockey urged the council to explore arts and recreation uses at Brook Park, noting the building includes classrooms, a gymnasium and a theater that local arts and senior groups could use. Jack Castle, identified as a parks official, and other parks staff described the facility’s potential to host additional programming while the city advances a separate community center project.

Mayor Stage and other speakers said the city and the school district had discussed a multi-year status-quo approach to Brook Park — including a five-year horizon to coordinate uses while the community center planning proceeds — but that the lease and related obligations made unlimited city-directed investment impracticable. The mayor noted that demolition would cost an estimated $1.3 million and that the district currently uses parts of the building for enrollment and other functions.

Councilmembers expressed differing priorities. Some members said they were not ready to authorize renovations or redeployment of city departments to Brook Park while the community center planning and finance work continues. Others said limited, targeted spending to enable community programming (theater shows, small classes, senior activities) might be justified and asked administration to return a short-term cost estimate.

Ordinance C2225 passed on a recorded vote: Anderson — yes; Wilson — yes; Houck — yes; Holt — yes; Berry — no; Du — no; Burrows — yes. Councilmembers who spoke during debate emphasized that the ordinance does not permanently foreclose future uses, but requires council approval before committing additional staff time or expenditures above the ordinance’s $10,000 contractual threshold.

The mayor and administration said they will continue discussions with Southwestern City Schools and work on options including renegotiation, termination or eventual purchase; the lease does include option language for purchase at nominal consideration under certain statutory steps.

Council President Hauck said the vote preserves oversight while allowing the city and schools to coordinate on use of the property as the community center planning continues.","Council approved Ordinance C2225 to halt further staff time and new investments at Brook Park and direct the city administrator to pursue termination or renegotiation of the lease with Southwestern City Schools. The measure passed after a lengthy public comment period and debate among council members about community uses and costs.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6551947,"Council approves indoor kids play facility use and Pinnacle Quarry Section 4 plat",200,740000,940000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7&start=740&end=940","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7/thumbnail_740000.jpg","/articles/6551947/Grove-City/Franklin-County/Ohio/Council-approves-indoor-kids-play-facility-use-and-Pinnacle-Quarry-Section-4-plat","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551947-2dff98dcc1fd31baa1a641f79e8b4885/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180470&Signature=bbS3ZyOPKNETgQe2MW8gtMPHIPyp0ThXEqwf6vk1kcd2TBP~~y~OfjpUemShNq7uzEYofY6uGRaVDc4DcfIKWJfuAlwtpW~wbtEF7M~k8yoq1ubC~lE~VYQ8Z-Ix-fi7QWmBzO4hYaHf1qzgG4PkPs~SzopjGyFVYStmLRFu9QCdU5EhW3l2Rm8XAMd3~JGFfsSsznefI5oOgDBr4jEJ6RXgHbqo0sVGtoNiLUvYL6Z5lNGrcdq5YpXBj-GNyHBc4XReFQRR1cJmLmKZ8d8IP0OP4Z2v1qGX7Mp-4Rgx74qsWObRt3LykFYiMPtYbnzhwE0QaZvt6zcde0OIbFX3BA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Grove City Council approved two land-use items on Monday: Ordinance C18-25, allowing an indoor children’s play facility (Kids Dig It LLC) at 3454 Grama Avenue, and Ordinance C23-25, accepting the plat for Pinnacle Quarry Section 4 (lots 19–41 and 51–63).

For the indoor play facility, applicant Sarah King, who identified herself as the owner, told council she plans to open a business aimed at providing an indoor play option for younger children in the city’s southern area. Planning Commission recommended approval on May 6, 2025. Council held the second reading and public hearing and approved the ordinance; councilmembers welcomed the business to Grove City.

For the Pinnacle Quarry Section 4 plat, applicant Alex Benson (2926 Badger Drive) spoke briefly and offered to answer questions. Council conducted a second reading and public hearing and approved acceptance of the subdivision plat. Both matters received limited public comment and passed on second reading.","Council approved Ordinance C18-25 to allow an indoor kids play facility (Kids Dig It LLC) at 3454 Grama Avenue and Ordinance C23-25 to accept the plat for Pinnacle Quarry Section 4, a subdivision containing specified lots. Both measures passed on second reading with brief public comment and applicant presentations.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6551952,"Council authorizes engineering work to plan sidewalk repairs in West Grove Park area",94,2153000,2247000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7&start=2153&end=2247","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7/thumbnail_2153000.jpg","/articles/6551952/Grove-City/Franklin-County/Ohio/Council-authorizes-engineering-work-to-plan-sidewalk-repairs-in-West-Grove-Park-area","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551952-458522db04e228af374ed4ac951526b8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180470&Signature=UPq9ezfvxynTHbM6imcy73tRA2nfe7bInwLfrmExJPfRihjNNyIYgGqInG~bDtNjaQ4iTX38J4huihKdgsTkbSCN~nm83VEBOmAWAVlB8enlIQEDQkpG5-UxpBTFGpJmmDJXfaHhuXUHzg3bS33WM5atre4m3T1HjbMyys2XsmU8x7xIwCnlVxu5G73nZdFKOqTz9HxawZq4-x8QAuHwRsWiVAtgAJQBJ-dnPs16Zm4pe2Mk1Og5JU6uwXduNpvMWPyFQUgh-LFanIXG1x5Kf8IeqE4GwYZqKGu37zvH2xT4-RaRkMWSV8OfM~3h8lFC01W~VEKlThC05uz-Fyj91w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Grove City Council approved Resolution CR2525 authorizing the city consulting engineer to prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates for sidewalk construction and repair in the West Grove Park area.

Service Director Dew presented the resolution and displayed a map highlighting the affected blocks in yellow. The resolution covers repairs and construction on Balsam Avenue, Basswood Avenue, Cypress Avenue, Demarest Road, Dogwood Court, Holly Street, Juniper Street, Magnolia Street, Sassafras Court and Sequoia Avenue.

City staff explained this project is part of the city’s annual sidewalk repair program, which targets neighborhoods with a collection of sidewalk issues. The plan includes a cost-sharing opportunity with residents; public notices and a detailed cost outline are expected to be presented at a future council meeting.

Council approved the resolution following staff remarks confirming staff will return with a cost outline for affected properties.","Council approved Resolution CR2525 to authorize the city consulting engineer to prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates for sidewalk construction and repairs on a set of streets in the West Grove Park area, with a future cost-sharing opportunity for residents.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6551957,"Grove City council adopts fiscal 2026 tax budget estimates; finance director warns of long-term pressures",863,2272000,3135000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7&start=2272&end=3135","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322173-3a1966ced9ca6941c1568ec48925aae7/thumbnail_2272000.jpg","/articles/6551957/Grove-City/Franklin-County/Ohio/Grove-City-council-adopts-fiscal-2026-tax-budget-estimates-finance-director-warns-of-long-term-pressures","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551957-c53e6f98b395ef41fb79a95ec64d3104/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180470&Signature=oXTKsJPDcyPIoUkEXMptKvCIEI9kjKh5S6debt2qtnzGJdZzgFN0xvdzRKYawddztAe-qohOLjuRU~OO19GLZEcBlG5wgzLHVd525B9eU0dqHoR1fhYcOPwY8GyDqPxZ5aU6huOSA5vW593i7BiBq5z7332VqC2LN8Fz7Tw1lKZwA7htpen~aAOGtuWJe358cfyAdQ14EZMNdj2ywuwiSTvPsACtYO6oZE9nAvIxvanof3isJMlycJENKkRQf5AV~CfztuTisMPFs0M5N6FV-bLHHFx-fhY0TIDq2XnELChSbEuY8qSKrDtg2NqC~xFZ-lX1s0KnEDymhiR6AAnInA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Grove City Council voted to approve the city’s budget estimates (the tax budget) for fiscal year 2026 after a presentation from Finance Director Mike Turner on projected revenue and expenditure scenarios.

Turner described the tax budget as a conservative first step required by the Ohio Revised Code and the city charter. The presentation reviewed expected year-end balances, revenue assumptions and a longer-term model that shows expenditures rising faster than revenues under current assumptions. Turner said the conservative tax-budget estimate shows a possible unencumbered balance of approximately $5.5 million at the end of 2026 under the assumptions used for the estimate, and he emphasized the city will manage appropriations to avoid that outcome.

Council and staff discussed the composition of revenue streams, noting income tax remains the city’s largest revenue source while hotel taxes are projected to increase. Council members raised concerns about flat income-tax projections, the impact of state-level tax changes, and the long-term effect of any reduction in the local government fund. One council member noted the city’s historic 3.5-mill property tax rate has been stable for 19 years.

City leaders framed the tax budget as a starting point for the larger 2026 budget process, which will include departmental appropriation requests and further council review later this year. Finance staff provided a multi-year forecast that showed capital-outlay and other transfer lines shrinking in future years if current assumptions hold, and council members urged continued emphasis on attracting higher-wage, stable employers.

Council approved the budget estimates on Monday during the meeting’s finance section.","Council approved the city’s tax-budget estimates for fiscal year 2026 after a presentation by Finance Director Mike Turner that described conservative budgeting, projected unencumbered balances, and long-term expense pressures from inflation, contracts and limited new large employers.","actionData","errors"]

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