200 South Hamilton Road  
Gahanna, Ohio 43230  
City of Gahanna  
Meeting Minutes  
City Council  
Trenton I. Weaver, President  
Jamille Jones, Vice President  
Merisa K. Bowers  
Nancy R. McGregor  
Kaylee Padova  
Stephen A. Renner  
Michael Schnetzer  
Jeremy A. VanMeter, Clerk of Council  
Monday, June 1, 2026  
7:00 PM  
City Hall, Council Chambers  
A.  
CALL TO ORDER: Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call  
Gahanna City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, June 1,  
2026, in Council Chambers. President of Council Trenton I. Weaver  
called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Vice President of Council  
Jamille Jones delivered an Invocation and led members in the Pledge  
of Allegiance. The agenda was published on Friday, May 29, 2026.  
7 -  
Present  
Merisa K. Bowers, Jamille Jones, Nancy R. McGregor, Kaylee Padova,  
Stephen A. Renner, Michael Schnetzer, and Trenton I. Weaver  
B.  
C.  
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA:  
None.  
PRESENTATIONS:  
1. Joint Resolution/Proclamation Presentation by Council & Mayor Jadwin  
Honoring Kael Clous, OHSAA State Bowling Champion  
President Weaver introduced a presentation recognizing Gahanna  
Lincoln High School student-athlete Kael Clous for winning the Ohio High  
School Athletic Association (OHSAA) State Bowling Championship.  
President Weaver noted that Council and the Mayor Jadwin prepared a  
joint proclamation and resolution honoring Clous highlighting several  
accomplishments from his 2025-2026 season. Weaver stated that Clous  
became the first individual state bowling champion in Gahanna Lincoln  
High School history on March 7, 2026. Clous had a three-game series  
score of 720, including games of 232, 255, and 233. Weaver also  
recognized Clous's contributions to the boys’ bowling team's fourth-place  
finish at the state tournament, back-to-back Central Ohio School Bowling  
Conference (COSBC) overall championships, two consecutive district  
championships, an undefeated 11-0 COSBC season, and a perfect 5-0  
OC divisional record. Weaver noted that Clous finished the season with a  
205.7 average and excelled academically while participating in the  
orchestra for the spring musical. He added that Clous would compete in  
the U.S. High School Bowling National Championship in June and would  
continue his education and bowling career at Marian University.  
President Weaver invited Clous, his mother, his coach, Mayor Jadwin,  
Councilmembers, and City Attorney Tamilarasan forward for a  
presentation and commemorative photograph.  
Coach Yvonne Quiero thanked Council for recognizing Clous's  
achievement as the top bowler in Ohio. She stated that Clous  
participated in the program since his freshman year and served as  
co-captain for the previous two years. Quiero described him as a calm  
leader who consistently supported and encouraged his teammates. She  
said he exemplified the qualities of a student-athlete through his  
academic performance, work ethic, and willingness to accept coaching.  
She noted that his teammates elected him captain and that he ranked  
among the easiest athletes she coached during her nine years with the  
program. Quiero reviewed Clous's season accomplishments, including a  
high game of 243, a three-game sectional series of 632 that helped the  
team advance to district competition, and a state tournament series of  
720. She explained the challenges of state competition, including  
changing lane conditions between games. Quiero also noted that Clous  
signed with Marian University and expressed confidence in his future  
success. Clous stated that he planned to major in mechanical  
engineering at Marian University while continuing his bowling career. He  
expressed confidence in the future success of the Gahanna Lincoln  
bowling team and said he was grateful for the opportunity to have been  
part of the team for four years. He thanked Council for the recognition.  
President Weaver congratulated Clous and wished him success in his  
future academic and athletic endeavors. Clous thanked Council for the  
recognition and the opportunity to attend the meeting.  
2. Franklin County Auditor's Office - P.R. Casey, General Counsel  
Franklin County Auditor's Office Presentation  
Update  
-
2026 Property Value  
President Weaver welcomed P.R. Casey, General Counsel and Deputy  
Chief of Staff for Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano, to provide an  
update on the 2026 triennial property value update.  
Mr. Casey stated that the Franklin County Auditor's Office presented a  
similar update during the 2023 reappraisal process and returned to  
inform residents and local officials about the upcoming 2026 property  
value update. He explained that Ohio law requires county auditors to  
conduct a reappraisal every six years and a property value update every  
three years between reappraisals. He noted that the purpose of the 2026  
update was to accurately reflect changes in property values since the  
2023 reappraisal. Casey explained that, unlike a reappraisal year, the  
2026 update relied on market evaluation rather than physical inspections  
of every property. He said the Auditor's Office analyzed arm's length  
sales that occurred between 2023 and 2025 to determine whether  
adjustments to property values were necessary. He defined an arm's  
length sale as a transaction between independent parties acting in their  
own self-interest and stated that transactions such as transfers between  
family members for nominal amounts did not qualify for consideration in  
the valuation process.  
Mr. Casey reviewed the timeline for the property value update process.  
He stated that the Auditor's Office collected and analyzed sales data  
through early 2026, prepared values for submission to the Ohio  
Department of Taxation in March, and submitted those values in April. He  
reported that the office expected approval from the Department of  
Taxation shortly. Following approval, the Auditor's Office would mail  
tentative value notices to all property owners in Franklin County during  
June or early July 2026. Casey explained that from July through  
September 2026, the Auditor's Office would conduct property value  
review sessions throughout the county, including in Gahanna. During  
these sessions, residents could meet with appraisers, present  
documentation, photographs, or other evidence, and discuss concerns  
regarding their valuations. He stated that appraisers would review the  
information provided and issue final value determinations to participants  
later in the year. He noted that property owners who accepted their  
tentative valuations would not need to take further action. Casey  
emphasized that the review sessions allowed residents to communicate  
directly with appraisal staff and provide information that may not have  
appeared in market data. He acknowledged that the valuation process  
relied on sales data rather than physical inspections and stated that  
additional information from property owners could help ensure accurate  
valuations.  
Addressing the relationship between property values and taxes, Casey  
stated that an increase in property value did not automatically result in an  
equivalent increase in taxes. He explained that Ohio law calculates taxes  
using 35 percent of the auditor's appraised value multiplied by the local  
taxing district rate, which voters establish through approved levies. He  
noted that property values and tax rates represented separate  
components of the tax calculation. Casey discussed Franklin County's  
strong real estate market and noted that property values continued to  
rise. He contrasted the 2026 update with the 2023 reappraisal, which  
produced historic increases in property values. He reported that overall  
property values increased approximately 35 percent countywide in 2023,  
while residential values increased approximately 41 percent. For the  
2026 update, he stated that the Gahanna-Jefferson City School District  
area showed an estimated increase of 8 percent for all property types  
and 9 percent for residential properties, which aligned with the  
countywide average increase of approximately 8 percent. Casey  
provided contact information for the Auditor's Office and explained that  
participation in a property value review session would not affect a  
property owner's right to file a formal complaint with the Franklin County  
Board of Revision. He stated that the Board of Revision consisted of the  
Auditor, Treasurer, and a representative of the Board of Commissioners  
and served as the formal body responsible for addressing valuation  
disputes.  
Mr. Casey concluded by noting that the Auditor's Office would launch the  
"Know Your Home Value" website on June 9, 2026. He stated that the  
website would provide information about the valuation process, allow  
residents to schedule property value review appointments, and include a  
tax estimator tool that would help property owners estimate potential tax  
impacts based on updated valuations.  
President Weaver thanked Casey for the presentation and invited  
questions from Council.  
Councilmember Schnetzer thanked Mr. Casey for attending and stated  
that increasing public awareness of the property value update process  
would benefit residents. He recalled the significant increases in property  
values during the previous cycle and noted that many residents  
expressed concerns about those changes. He described the  
presentation as a valuable public service. Councilmember Schnetzer  
asked what percentage of a property tax bill was attributable to  
voter-approved levies and therefore under the control of residents  
through the ballot process. He noted that while homeowners generally  
welcomed increases in home values, most residents ultimately focused  
on the impact on their tax bills. Mr. Casey responded that he could  
explain the statutory formula used to calculate property taxes but did not  
have a specific percentage available. He reiterated that property taxes  
are calculated by applying the local taxing district's voted levy rate to 35  
percent of the auditor's appraised value. He referenced 2023 as an  
example, noting that several school levies appeared on ballots during a  
period of significant property value increases, which resulted in  
corresponding tax increases. Casey offered to provide more specific  
information through a follow-up conversation or email correspondence.  
Councilmember Schnetzer stated that property taxes were a significant  
issue at the state level and noted that gubernatorial candidates  
discussed the topic. He said residents already possessed tools to  
influence tax rates through the ballot process and reiterated that  
understanding what portion of a tax bill remained under voter control  
would be helpful. Mr. Casey stated that the Auditor's Office offered a tax  
estimator tool that accounted for both proposed levies and projected  
property value increases to provide residents with a reasonably accurate  
estimate of potential tax changes. He emphasized the office's  
commitment to transparency and to ensuring that residents understood  
both the valuation process and the numbers involved. He acknowledged  
that residents did not always welcome the information, particularly during  
the 2023 reappraisal cycle, but stated that the office remained committed  
to providing clear information and assistance. Councilmember Schnetzer  
thanked Casey for attending and for providing the information.  
President Weaver asked whether any additional Councilmembers had  
questions. Hearing none, he thanked Casey for his presentation and  
attendance.  
D.  
E.  
HEARING OF VISITORS:  
None.  
CONSENT AGENDA:  
1. Minutes - To Approve:  
Council Special Minutes 2026-05-18  
The minutes were approved on the Consent Agenda.  
Council Regular Minutes 2026-05-18  
The minutes were approved on the Consent Agenda.  
End of Consent Agenda  
A motion was made by Bowers, seconded by Jones, to Pass the Consent  
Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:  
7 - Bowers, Jones, McGregor, Padova, Renner, Schnetzer and Weaver  
Yes:  
F.  
RESOLUTIONS:  
A
JOINT RESOLUTION AND PROCLAMATION HONORING AND  
RECOGNIZING KAEL CLOUS FOR HIS HISTORIC OHSAA STATE  
BOWLING CHAMPIONSHIP AND OUTSTANDING ATHLETIC AND  
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS  
A motion was made by Renner, seconded by Padova, that the Resolution be  
Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
7 - Bowers, Jones, McGregor, Padova, Renner, Schnetzer and Weaver  
Yes:  
A
JOINT  
RESOLUTION  
AND  
PROCLAMATION  
HONORING  
JUNETEENTH  
CELEBRATION  
&
GAHANNA'S SECOND ANNUAL JUNETEENTH  
President Weaver noted he requested Clerk VanMeter to update the  
Resolution adopted last year.  
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Renner, that the Resolution be  
Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
7 - Bowers, Jones, McGregor, Padova, Renner, Schnetzer and Weaver  
Yes:  
A
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 2026 AS LGBTQ PRIDE  
MONTH IN THE CITY OF GAHANNA  
President Weaver noted he asked Clerk VanMeter to update the  
Resolution in line with what Council adopted previously.  
A motion was made by Padova, seconded by Bowers, that the Resolution be  
Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
7 - Bowers, Jones, McGregor, Padova, Renner, Schnetzer and Weaver  
Yes:  
G.  
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND READING / ADOPTION:  
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A  
PRE-ANNEXATION AGREEMENT WITH REAL PROPERTY  
INVESTMENTS, LLC AND TRIVIUM DEVELOPMENT LLC FOR  
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PARCEL  
ROAD  
170-000488-00 LOCATED  
AT  
4710 EAST  
JOHNSTOWN  
Clerk VanMeter read the Ordinance by title.  
President Weaver thanked the applicant for attending the meeting and  
participating in the process. He noted that the matter represented one  
step in the process for both the potential annexation of the individual  
parcel and the overall project. He recalled that Council previously  
considered an annexation package that included a pre-annexation  
agreement and multiple steps before the parcels were ultimately  
annexed. President Weaver also acknowledged comments made during  
a presentation several weeks earlier indicating that the parcel was  
intended to provide additional buffering between the project and  
surrounding properties.  
During the roll call, Councilmember Bowers abstained from voting. She  
stated that, as previously noted, her employment created a conflict of  
interest with the applicant's law firm. She explained that, based on  
guidance from the Ohio Ethics Commission and the City Attorney, she  
would abstain from the matter. Councilmember Bowers also abstained  
from discussion on the topic.  
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Schnetzer, that the Ordinance be  
Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
6 - Jones, McGregor, Padova, Renner, Schnetzer and Weaver  
1 - Bowers  
Yes:  
Abstain, COI:  
H.  
CORRESPONDENCE AND ACTIONS:  
1. Clerk - None.  
2. Council - None.  
REPRESENTATIVES:  
I.  
1. Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) - Renner, Padova  
None.  
2. Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) - Weaver  
None.  
3. Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) - Padova  
Councilmember Padova reminded residents that the Creekside Blues &  
Jazz Festival would begin on June 19, 2026. She stated that tickets  
remained available for purchase through the festival website and  
encouraged residents to visit CreeksideBluesAndJazz.Com for ticket  
information. She noted that volunteer opportunities remained available,  
explaining that volunteers received free admission to the festival.  
Additionally, she stated that festival volunteers would be invited to a  
volunteer picnic in July 2026. Councilmember Padova announced a new  
addition to this year's festival: a silent disco that would take place on  
Friday and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. near the lagoon. She  
described the silent disco as a fun addition to the festival and  
encouraged residents to learn more through the festival website.  
4. School Board (SB) - Jones  
Vice President Jones provided an update on upcoming Board of  
Education meetings. She announced that the board workshop meeting  
would take place on June 4, 2026, followed by the Finance and Facilities  
Committee meeting on June 16, 2026, and the Regular Board meeting  
on June 18, 2026. She stated that all meetings would begin at 6:30 p.m.  
and would take place in Clark Hall, Room 323. Vice President Jones  
also reported that the school district's central office would operate on  
summer hours through July 31, 2026. She stated that the office, which  
remained located on Morrison Road, would be open from 7:00 a.m. to  
4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on  
Fridays. She advised residents that registration inquiries and other  
communications with district staff would need to occur during those  
hours.  
J.  
OFFICIAL REPORTS:  
1. Mayor  
Mayor Jadwin announced that the city's new Gahanna shuttle service,  
“Go-hanna” launched that day. She explained that the free, Americans  
with Disabilities Act (ADA)-accessible service was designed to help  
residents age 65 and older and residents with disabilities remain  
connected to services and destinations throughout the community. Mayor  
Jadwin shared that the shuttle's first rider traveled to the Gahanna Senior  
Center for an early morning class. She also described a second rider  
who used the service to attend a medical appointment because her  
husband was hospitalized and unable to drive her. Mayor Jadwin stated  
that these experiences demonstrated the importance of the service in  
helping residents maintain their independence, access essential  
services, and remain engaged in community life. She encouraged  
residents to visit Gahanna.Gov for information regarding eligibility  
requirements, service areas, and scheduling procedures.  
Mayor Jadwin also addressed the increasing use of e-bikes and  
scooters within the community. She stated that residents,  
Councilmembers, and the Division of Police raised concerns regarding  
their operation, including speed, permitted locations, and safety. She  
emphasized that community safety remained a top priority and noted  
concerns for riders, pedestrians, and motorists. Mayor Jadwin  
referenced a recent fatal collision involving a vehicle and an e-bike  
outside Ohio, stating that the city engaged in education and outreach  
efforts while continuing to face enforcement challenges. She noted that  
central Ohio communities regularly discussed these issues and  
encouraged residents, particularly parents of young riders, to review  
information about e-bike classifications and operating requirements in  
the city's "Uniquely Gahanna" publication and on Gahanna.Gov. Mayor  
Jadwin then invited Chief Spence to provide additional information  
regarding e-bike and scooter usage within the community.  
Chief Spence explained that Ohio law recognizes three classifications of  
e-bicycles and noted that determining whether riders are operating under  
pedal power can present enforcement challenges. He stated that officers  
also encounter difficulty distinguishing between the various classes of  
e-bicycles. He reported that law enforcement agencies were seeing an  
increase in electric motorcycles and electric dirt bikes, which he  
described as off-road vehicles that cannot operate on public roadways or  
sidewalks. He noted that some of these vehicles can reach speeds of up  
to 50 miles per hour and were more common as prices decreased. Chief  
Spence stated that police departments throughout central Ohio received  
a growing number of complaints regarding these devices and that the  
issue was recently discussed during a meeting of area police chiefs. He  
reported that Gahanna had not experienced any serious injuries or  
significant crash history involving e-bikes or similar devices but  
anticipated increased concerns as their popularity continued to grow  
during the summer months.  
Chief Spence explained that existing city code generally addressed  
these devices but noted that enforcement remained challenging as  
technology continued to evolve. He stated that officers encountered  
riders as young as eight and nine years old and emphasized that issuing  
citations to children would not necessarily resolve safety concerns. He  
also discussed questions regarding parental responsibility and explained  
that Ohio law provides limited avenues for holding parents legally  
responsible outside of certain criminal matters. Chief Spence stated that  
the Division of Police continued to focus on education and public  
awareness. He reported that the division was developing informational  
videos and a reference chart outlining where various devices may legally  
operate and summarizing applicable ordinances. He noted that such  
resources would help improve public understanding. Chief Spence  
added that the division recently received numerous complaints and  
inquiries regarding e-bike activity, including reports involving riders in the  
Harrison Pond area. Chief Spence concluded his remarks and invited  
questions.  
Councilmember Schnetzer asked whether these devices or vehicles  
could operate on Big Walnut Trail or other multi-use trails, including trail  
offshoots near McCorkle Park. Chief Spence stated that e-motorcycles  
could not operate on those trails because they constituted limited  
off-road vehicles. He explained that e-bikes were not prohibited on trails  
when operated in pedal form, although certain speed limits and  
restrictions applied to class three bikes. He noted that mere presence on  
a trail did not necessarily constitute a violation. City Attorney Tamilarasan  
clarified that limited off-road e-motorcycles were prohibited on trails and  
that only e-bikes in pedal form could operate there. Chief Spence  
confirmed that clarification and stated that electric dirt-bike-style  
motorcycles were off-road vehicles only and generally could operate only  
on private property.  
Councilmember Bowers asked how e-scooters fit within the City's  
regulations because they did not operate in pedal form. Chief Spence  
stated that e-scooters presented another challenge and could fall under  
toy vehicle or mobility device classifications. He said the current code  
made those devices difficult to categorize. Councilmember Bowers  
asked whether she could tell her son that e-scooters were not clearly  
legal in Gahanna. Chief Spence stated that manufacturers may have  
intended the devices to encourage adults to ride, but the devices were  
more hazardous when used by unlicensed and untrained operators.  
Councilmember Padova asked whether discussions occurred at the  
state level regarding additional enforcement, particularly for children and  
age limits. Chief Spence stated that discussions occurred and that  
technology evolved beyond current codes. He said officials continued to  
discuss how to address the devices through code as the technology  
evolved and as younger riders used the devices. Councilmember  
Padova also asked about helmet use and noted that she saw children  
riding on neighborhood streets without helmets. Chief Spence stated that  
the Division of Police had taken an educational approach to helmets and  
worked with Nationwide Children's Hospital on an annual helmet  
campaign. He added that officers could take enforcement action  
regarding helmets, but the current approach focused more on education.  
Mayor Jadwin stated that the city was developing a series of videos for  
community outreach regarding e-motorcycles and safety. She noted that  
the city already provided information through Uniquely Gahanna, the city  
newsletter, and a segment with NBC4. She explained that the videos  
would focus on e-motorcycles and safety education, emphasizing the  
importance of parents understanding the capabilities of these devices  
when providing them to their children. She stated that parents should  
ensure riders understand traffic laws, wear helmets, and follow safety  
practices. Mayor Jadwin said that officers and other communities found  
positive reinforcement and incentives for safe behavior were more  
effective than punitive measures. She explained that the city would  
continue to focus on communication and education and emphasized the  
importance of keeping children safe while using these devices.  
Chief Spence added that the Division of Police developed a strong  
partnership with Bicycle One, a local retailer of e-devices. He stated that  
the retailer actively discussed safety and applicable laws with customers  
and served as a valuable partner in the city's educational efforts.  
Councilmember Padova asked whether the city planned additional  
educational efforts when the school year resumed, particularly through  
programs such as Safety Town. Chief Spence responded that Safety  
Town was currently underway and included education related to these  
devices. He stated that the division's Junior Academy would also include  
related instruction and that the city planned to distribute the educational  
videos through the school system. He noted that the city would maintain  
an active educational campaign throughout the summer. Mayor Jadwin  
emphasized that the city's efforts would involve ongoing engagement  
rather than a one-time initiative. Chief Spence stated that he did not  
expect the issue to diminish because the devices continued to evolve,  
their prices continued to decline, and their availability continued to  
increase. He noted that the community experienced an exponential  
increase in their use. Councilmember Padova thanked Mayor Jadwin  
and Chief Spence for discussing the issue and answering the City  
Council's questions. She stated that concerns regarding e-bikes and  
similar devices remained on her mind and that she appreciated the city's  
educational efforts and the opportunity to gain additional clarity on the  
issue. She added that she hoped to prevent a serious incident from  
occurring within the community.  
President Weaver asked whether the city's current code adequately  
addressed emerging e-bike and e-motorcycle technology. He noted that  
the technology evolved significantly and asked whether the City Council  
should consider any policy changes as part of its legislative role. Chief  
Spence responded that the existing code generally addressed  
e-motorcycles and similar devices, particularly given their speed and  
increasing use. He stated that education remained the first priority but  
anticipated that enforcement would also play a role. He explained that  
officers would likely issue warnings for initial violations and pursue  
enforcement action if individuals continued to operate the vehicles  
improperly after receiving documented warnings. Chief Spence stated  
that the Division of Police reviewed the city's code with the City Attorney  
and developed informational materials for officers. He suggested  
evaluating whether any gaps existed in the code after additional  
educational efforts and further review.  
City Attorney Tamilarasan explained that the city annually reviews and  
updates its traffic code to remain consistent with changes in state law.  
She stated that the next traffic code update would occur following the  
completion of the Charter Review Commission's work. She noted that the  
city completed a comprehensive update in 2024 that added categories  
for newer vehicle types. She explained that the city continued to evaluate  
how emerging devices fit within existing classifications and whether  
definitions remained flexible enough to accommodate technological  
changes. She stated that the code categorized devices based on factors  
such as speed capability and whether they relied on human power or  
motorized power. Each category carried different requirements related to  
age restrictions, permits, helmets, safety equipment, and reflectors. City  
Attorney Tamilarasan agreed that the current code functioned effectively  
and stated that she would not recommend additional local legislation at  
that time, until the city could evaluate future state law changes and the  
effectiveness of ongoing educational efforts.  
President Weaver asked whether the city's code included a registration  
requirement for these devices. City Attorney Tamilarasan responded that  
the city did not require bicycle registration and generally followed state  
requirements administered through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles when  
registration applied to a particular device category. President Weaver  
referenced recent media coverage regarding a proposed Upper  
Arlington program that would require registration, training, and parental  
acknowledgment for certain devices not subject to state registration  
requirements. He asked whether similar measures might warrant future  
consideration as the city's code evolved. Chief Spence stated that he  
was familiar with the Upper Arlington proposal and understood that  
officials paused implementation after recognizing the substantial  
administrative burden associated with such a registration program.  
Mayor Jadwin stated that conversations she participated in suggested  
that registration requirements did not necessarily solve enforcement  
challenges. She explained that she invited Chief Spence to participate in  
the discussion because residents frequently contacted her office  
regarding e-bikes and similar devices. Mayor Jadwin shared that even a  
resident using the new shuttle service that morning raised concerns  
about e-bikes during the ride. She stated that the issue remained a  
priority for residents and that the city continued to work with neighboring  
communities and law enforcement agencies to identify effective  
approaches. Mayor Jadwin emphasized that the discussion represented  
an ongoing effort rather than a one-time conversation and thanked Chief  
Spence for his participation.  
2. City Attorney  
City Attorney Tamilarasan reminded the City Council that the tobacco  
preemption litigation remained pending before the Ohio Supreme Court.  
She reported that oral arguments were scheduled for June 9, 2026,  
noting that the case was second on the court's docket. She explained  
that proceedings would begin at 9:00 a.m. and that the court would call  
each case in order. City Attorney Tamilarasan informed the City Council  
that the oral arguments would be livestreamed through the Ohio Supreme  
Court's website and noted that viewers could access the livestream  
through a link on the court's homepage. She also offered to send an  
email reminder to the City Council the day before the arguments.  
K.  
COUNCIL COMMENT:  
Councilmember Bowers thanked Gahanna Parks and Recreation and  
the Veterans Memorial Committee for organizing the Memorial Day  
ceremony. She stated that the event was well attended and noted the  
participation of Councilmember McGregor, President Weaver, and  
Mayor Jadwin. She also recognized the presentation by the Executive  
Director of Honor Flight Columbus and described it as moving.  
Councilmember Bowers concluded her remarks by wishing everyone a  
happy Pride Month.  
President Weaver echoed Councilmember Bowers's comments and  
expressed his appreciation to Director Ferrell for serving as the Master  
of Ceremonies for the Memorial Day event. He commended Director  
Ferrell's performance and described the ceremony as moving.  
Councilmember Jamille Jones' Constituent Report - March-April 2026  
L.  
ADJOURNMENT:  
With no further business before the Council, President Weaver  
adjourned the meeting at 8:06 p.m.