Wadsworth City Council - May 19, 2026

The Wadsworth City Council held a Committee of the Whole Finance meeting on May 19, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a resolution to sell obsolete city vehicles and equipment through a new consignment auction company, Royal Auction Group, which charges a buyer premium rather than a commission, aiming to maximize sale proceeds. The council also authorized a supplemental appropriation of $101,100 for paving work at Woodlawn Cemetery, with reimbursement from the Cemetery Board. Additionally, the council approved contracts for design services related to sanitary sewer overflow reduction projects and authorized the purchase of a Freightliner aerial bucket truck through a Sourcewell contract for $441,157. A five-year contract with Flight Services of Wadsworth LLC for airport operations was approved with a total payment of $98,748 for the upcoming year. The council also authorized the transfer of $489,053.74 from the Parkland Acquisition Fund to the general fund, with plans to potentially reallocate these funds to park capital improvements. Several ordinances related to road improvements, zoning changes, and participation in the Ohio Department of Transportation road salt bid were also adopted. The meeting included proclamations honoring Emergency Medical Services and National Police Week, recognizing the service of local first responders.