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Published: Jun 16, 2026
Urbana City Council Reverts Zoning Ordinance 1126
The Urbana City Council held a third reading and voted on Ordinance 4634-26, which aimed to adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation to amend Chapter 1126 of the Urbana Codified Ordinances. The amendment sought to revert the text to its version prior to the passage of Ordinance 4621-25. The ordinance passed unanimously following discussion. Councilmember Feinstein was absent due to his wife's hospitalization.
Urbana Adopts Cybersecurity Program with External Contractor Support
The Urbana City Council discussed Ordinance 4634-26, an ordinance to adopt the City of Urbana, Ohio cybersecurity program. This program aligns with Ohio Revised Code Section 9.64. The ordinance required three readings and was on its second reading. During discussion, a question arose about whether the program would involve hiring a new person or utilizing an internal resource. It was clarified that an external contractor, John McFray, a security specialist, would assist the city with documentation and program maintenance, rather than hiring an additional internal employee. The council members seemed satisfied with this arrangement after concerns about cost were addressed.
Urbana Council Votes to Revert Zoning Amidst Data Center Debate
During the Urbana City Council meeting, a significant portion of the discussion revolved around a proposed data center development and the potential rezoning implications. Joe Buckaloo, co-chair of the Data Center Moratorium Committee, spoke as an individual to explain that removing the principal permitted use designation for data centers is necessary for the committee's work on recommending enforceable standards. He argued that this action is consistent with the moratorium's intent to protect citizens by making it harder, not easier, to establish data centers. Several council members and numerous citizens expressed concerns about the data center's impact on water resources, noise, environment, traffic, and the community's quality of life. There was also discussion about the process of reverting zoning changes and the challenges it might present for other previously implemented changes. The council ultimately voted on Ordinance 4634-26, which adopted the Planning Commission recommendation to revert the zoning text, passing it unanimously.
Urbana Council Reviews Investment and Depository Policy
The Urbana City Council held the first reading of Ordinance 4636-26, concerning the adoption of the City of Urbana, Ohio investment and depository policy. The policy aims to maximize interest on city funds by investing in various options, including U.S. Treasuries, CDs, and Star Ohio. It aligns with Ohio Revised Code Chapter 135.14. The council expressed support for the policy, viewing it as a way to optimize the use of public funds.
Urbana City Council Approves 2027 Tax Budget
The Urbana City Council approved Ordinance 4429-26, adopting the city's tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1st, 2027. This budget will be submitted to the county auditor. The ordinance passed unanimously after a third reading and prior public hearing.
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