Council Member (Ward 2)· January 2, 2026 - January 1, 2028
Kelly Coffey
Stow
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- Meetings spoken in
- 25
- Total speaking time
- 1:05:10
- Avg per meeting
- 2:36
- Segments
- 951
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Top issues during term (20)(Environment)
Water rate increase (Ordinance 2026-137)
Typical bills would rise about $2.76 per month under the Feldman plan; Coffey's rejected alternative would have raised bills roughly 20% over two years.
Municipal electrification feasibility study
A pilot program would cost money up front but could lower long-term fuel and maintenance costs.
Food waste reduction and composting
The city passed on a $75,000 grant opportunity this cycle, but the October event is low-cost with community partners.
Rooftop solar at city buildings
$200,000 total in capital budget requests for the solar project.
Deer management
Estimated solutions run into the tens of thousands of dollars.
EV fast-charging gap in Stow
Potential future zoning requirements could add wiring costs for new developments, but public-private partnerships could shift charger costs off taxpayers.
Greenhouse gas inventory data delays
Free tree canopy assessment
Described as free to the city, though members want to verify what's included.
Solar scam warnings and group solar buying
Group buying can lower solar costs for residents, especially with no federal solar tax credit currently available.
Accessible Ohio partnership opportunity
Costs weren't specified — rollout mats were described as potentially expensive, and smaller fixes like relocating dispensers were called relatively manageable.
Fall tree planting and replanting challenges
The fee was described as roughly $150 for a resident-requested tree at a specific site.
Materials management and vendor solicitations
Could affect the cost and pool of bidders on city construction and service contracts.
Cost Share Program participation lagging
Residents can get a street tree planted for a $125 cost share, with the city covering the remainder.
Recycling costs and education
Stow pays over $7,000 monthly for cardboard recycling.
Possible conservation projects with Western Reserve Conservancy
Walk-and-talk with council and stakeholders
Leaded aviation fuel at Stow Municipal Airport
Residents can test their own soil for about $30 through Penn State; the city is providing free loaner probes.
Mulching door-hanger campaign
Printing roughly 500 door hangers — with 1,000 costing nearly the same, so pricing will be compared.
EarthFest tree giveaway effectiveness
The city is purchasing 100 white oaks plus about 300 school seedlings from its existing tree budget.
Community energy pilot program (HB303)
Participants could see 5–20% savings on electric bills; no direct city spending.
Decisions during term (3)
Recorded while Coffey was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (23)(Environment)
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confirm the appointment of Rick Charles to the Environmental Commission
Confirmation of Rick Charles to the Environmental Commission
confirm the appointment of Rick Charles to the Environmental Commission
to confirm the appointment Robert Misbrener to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX
to adopt 2026-061 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026-025 TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AND MAKE FORMATTING CONSISTANT BEFORE CHAPTER 185 IS PUBLISHED
to confirm the appointment Patty Spring to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as determined by the Mayor
to suspend the rules 2026-061 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026-025 TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AND MAKE FORMATTING CONSISTANT BEFORE CHAPTER 185 IS PUBLISHED
Ordinance 2026-061 — Environmental Commission expansion
Appointment of Patty Spring to Environmental Commission
Appointment of Robert Misbrener to Environmental Commission
confirm the appointment of Cari Orris to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as assigned by Mayor Pribonic
confirm the appointment of Andy Boateng to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as assigned by Mayor Pribonic
confirm the appointment of Marcie Kress to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as assigned by Mayor Pribonic
confirm the appointment of Brian Prunty to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as assigned by Mayor Pribonic
confirm the appointment of Dennis Mariola to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as assigned by Mayor Pribonic
to adopt 2026-061 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026-025 TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AND MAKE FORMATTING CONSISTANT BEFORE CHAPTER 185 IS PUBLISHED
to suspend the rules 2026-061 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2026-025 TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AND MAKE FORMATTING CONSISTANT BEFORE CHAPTER 185 IS PUBLISHED
to confirm the appointment Patty Spring to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX as determined by the Mayor
to confirm the appointment Robert Misbrener to the Environmental Commission (COS Ch. 185.02) for the term immediately until 12/31/XX
adopt 2026-025 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 185, C.O.S., ENTITLED “ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION” TO ADVISE THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES; DEFINING ITS P
to forward to this evening's regular council meeting 2026-025 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 185, C.O.S., ENTITLED “ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION” TO ADVISE THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND EDUCATE THE CO
Ordinance 2026-025 — Establishing an Environmental Commission
Skeptical of a new commission given quorum difficulties but supported considering the environmental ideas
Ordinance 2026-025 — Establishing an Environmental Commission
Preferred the ordinance proceed through three readings to allow more public input rather than emergency passage