# September 8, 2026 City Council Meeting


**Body:** CityofWooster
**Date:** September 07, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The September 8, 2026 meeting of the Worcester City Council included extensive discussions on several procurement and infrastructure projects. Key agenda items involved the introduction and first readings of ordinances establishing non-school tax increment financing (TIF) districts to fund infrastructure improvements in commercial and industrial areas, specifically the North End and Guyire's Chapel areas. The council also authorized applications for Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) funding and accepted a $125,000 Ohio Department of Transportation grant for engineering design services related to the North Guyire Chapel Road reconstruction project. An engineering services agreement with CESO, Inc. was approved, with the city appropriating funds to cover costs not covered by the grant. Additionally, the council reviewed and accepted tax incentive review council recommendations concerning enterprise zone agreements and tax increment financing projects, including a continuation of agreements with major local employers. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about the use of Flock surveillance cameras, with many citizens urging reconsideration of contracts due to privacy and constitutional issues. Council members acknowledged these concerns and indicated willingness to consider further public engagement on the matter. Overall, the meeting addressed multiple capital improvement projects, funding mechanisms, and vendor contracts, reflecting active municipal procurement and infrastructure planning.

**Source:** CityofWooster