City of Mentor, Ohio Live Stream

The City of Mentor, Ohio held a council meeting on August 26, 2026, which included several procurement and contracting discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $6.97 million contract with Ricon Construction Inc. for the municipal annex building project, which will serve the police and recreation departments and provide new restrooms for the amphitheater grounds. The council also authorized a $2.3 million engineering services agreement with American Structure Point Inc. for the design of the State Route 615 bridge widening and interchange improvement project, funded by federal grants. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of a Western Star dump truck cab and chassis for $151,522 through the Ohio Department of Transportation purchasing program. The existing contract with Waste Management of Ohio Inc. for solid waste, recycling, and yard waste collection was extended for five years with a negotiated rate reduction in the first year. A change order for $75,000 was approved for the Civic Center pool building replacement project to cover additional HVAC, electrical, and waterline work. The council also discussed and tabled a conditional use permit application for a recreational facility in an M1 Light Manufacturing District, citing concerns about compatibility with the comprehensive plan and neighborhood impact. Several ordinances related to bicycle and e-bike safety, including helmet requirements and audible signals when passing pedestrians, were introduced and moved to second reading. The meeting concluded with the swearing-in ceremony of six new police officers, highlighting the city's commitment to public safety and community engagement.