Wadsworth City Council - August 4, 2026

The Wadsworth City Council held a Committee of the Whole Finance meeting and a regular council meeting on August 4, 2026. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of a resolution for the expedited annexation of nearly 2 acres to the city, and the repeal and replacement of an ordinance related to the purchase of a digger derrick via a cooperative purchasing agreement, removing references to state bidding requirements. The council approved a supplemental appropriation of $17,350 for fuel purchases for the remainder of 2026, reflecting increased fuel prices. They also authorized entering into agreements for health insurance and administrative services with the Ohio Government Benefits Cooperative, with further discussion planned on employee contributions. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of electronics and electrical materials for the City Links fiber-to-the-home project from Greybar Electric through the Omnia Partners cooperative purchasing organization. A contract was authorized without formal bidding for the sale of a heavy rescue truck. The council adopted a resolution requesting submission of a finalized 15-year capital improvement plan by October 1, 2026. Discussions also included updates on utility receivables collection efforts and planning commission representation. Multiple ordinances were passed with suspension of the three-reading rule to expedite procurement and budget-related decisions.