Join the City of Hudson Team!

The City of Hudson is accepting applications for the positions of Part-Time Executive Assistant in the Law Department, IT Specialist, and Production Assistant.

Part-Time Executive Assistant in the Law Department

Work involves responsibility for performing a...

Council Accepting Applications for AHBR and PAAB

City Council is currently accepting applications for openings on the Architectural and Historic Board of Review and the Personnel Advisory and Appeals Board. Council is accepting applications through Friday, March 6.

Architectural and Historic Board of Rev...

Hudson Named One of the Global Top7 Intelligent Communities by ICF

Council Discusses Initiatives and Priorities in Strategic Planning Session

HUDSON, OH (February 12, 2020) – Last night, Hudson City Council held a strategic planning session designed to identify initiatives and set priorities for the coming years. Strategic planning is a guide for the future and ensures the City is spe...

Hudson Headlines - 2019 Economic Development Highlights

On this week’s Hudson Headlines, Rhonda and Jim discuss the great year in economic development Hudson had in 2019 and what we can look forward to this year. Watch below!

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Council to Review Connectivity Plan

At the February 4 Council meeting, Hudson City Council voted to cancel the construction contract for Veterans Trail Phase 3 and return any funding received for the project back to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT).

Following concerns expressed b...

City Council Meeting Highlights February 4, 2020

This is the first of ongoing updates for citizens providing with highlights from City Council Meetings and Workshops.

At tonight’s Council meeting, City staff presented an overview of a SWOT analysis for all City departments, which included stren...

First 2020 Charter Review Commission Meeting is 2/5

State of the City 2020

Hudson City Manager Jane Howington delivered the 2020 State of the City Address at the January 29, 2020 Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon. The City of Hudson ended 2019 with a strong economic and financial outlook, including a 9.4% increa...

Coyote Season in Hudson

We are currently in the height of the coyote mating season, when they become more active. More sightings may also occur due to the mild winter. Coyotes have been in Hudson for many years and have rarely caused harm, but it is still important to be aware o...

Manager's Minutes - 1/31/20

Council to Consider Revised Plan for Veterans Trail Phase 3

HUDSON, OH (January 28, 2020) – Responding to citizen concerns, Hudson City Council discussed options for Veterans Trail Phase 3 at tonight’s Council Meeting. Veterans Trail is part of the overall Connectivity Plan with the goal of con...

Hudson Headlines - Snow Plowing

Council Accepting Applications for Park Board & Economic Growth Board

City Council is currently accepting applications for openings on the Economic Growth Board and the Park Board. Council is accepting applications through Friday, February 21.

Economic Growth Board

The Hudson Economic Growth Board serves as an idea generator ...

Hudson Council Appoints Members to the 2020 Charter Review Commission

HUDSON, OH (January 22, 2020) – Every five years, as mandated in the City Charter, Hudson City Council appoints citizens 7 to 11 citizens (who must be qualified electors) to the Charter Review Commission. These members serve without compensation...

City Ends Year in Strong Financial Position

HUDSON, OH (January 21, 2020) - The City of Hudson ended 2019 in a strong financial position, with the year-end General Fund balance $1.1 million better than the mid-year projections. Total income taxes increased 9.4% over 2018. The increase in revenues i...

Legislation to Sell City-Owned property off Boston Mills to Appear on 1/21 Council Meeting Agenda

HUDSON, OH (January 15, 2020) - Hudson City Council is moving forward on the sale of City-owned property on W. Executive Parkway off Boston Mills Road. The purchase price is significantly higher than what the City originally paid for the property, and the...

You're Invited to the 2020 State of the City Address

You’re invited to the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce Quarterly luncheon where Hudson City Manager Jane Howington will present the State of the City Address, and Chamber President Nicole Alverson will present the State of the Chamber. The lunche...

Hudson Headlines - City Hall Community Rooms

Parks Master Plan to be Updated

At the December 17 Council meeting, Hudson City Council authorized Eppley Institute as a consultant to help prepare an updated Hudson Parks Master Plan. Originally conceived in 2000 and updated every five years, the Parks Master Plan is a guide that provi...

Recycle Christmas Trees with Merry Mulch Program

With Hudson's Merry Mulch Program, residents can set their live Christmas trees by the curb for the City to pick up and process into a natural mulch product. The program runs the week of January 12 through the week of January 26, 2020. To participate, tre...

2020 Census is Just Around the Corner

Once a decade, the U.S. government counts every resident in the United States. The count is mandated in the U.S. Constitution. Each home in all 50 states, District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories will receive an invitation to respond to a short que...

Streamlining of the City Organization

At the December 3 Council meeting, City Manager Jane Howington went over how the City of Hudson’s organizational structure is set up, how we worked to streamline operations, how the City Manager's goals are decided upon, and the origin of the Ci...

Holiday Sanitation Schedule

The holiday sanitation schedule for the weeks of Christmas and New Year's is as follows:

Hudson Headlines - Introducing Sips & Bites

It's the last Hudson Headlines episode of 2019! This week, Rhonda introduces a new dining program that begins January 1, 2020 called Sips & Bites - A Taste of Hudson. You won't want to miss out on this delicious event! Watch below.

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Welcome New Council Members!

This week, we said farewell to Mayor Dave Basil and Council members Dennis Hanink, Lisa Radigan, and Alex Kelemen. Thank you for your dedicated service to the citizens of Hudson and your outstanding work while serving on Council.

At the December 3 Council ...

Prevent Car Break-Ins This Holiday Season

It’s the holiday season which is a popular time for thieves looking to steal items from cars. Like surrounding communities, Hudson sees an increase in car break ins during this time of year. Here are tips from the Hudson Police Department to hel...

AED Units Now Available in Three Hudson Parks

The City has been working together with local donors to be able to place AED units, or Automated External Defibrillators, in some of the Hudson Parks. AED units will greatly increase the survival rate of anyone who has a cardiac issue that comes up while ...

Have an Environmentally Friendly Holiday Season

While celebrating the holiday season at Hudson’s many restaurants and shops, it’s also a great time to do small things to be environmentally friendly.

Holiday Parties

Avoid disposable tablecloths, plastic silverware and cups, decorations...

Community Rooms Available January 2

The new City Hall community rooms, located at 1140 Terex Road, will be available for rent beginning January 2.

Similar to Barlow Community Center rooms, City Hall rooms will be available for use by government organizations, Hudson community organizations, ...

Snow Plow Contractors - Apply for City Permit Online

All commercial and residential snow plowing and snow removal companies must have a license to operate within the boundaries of Hudson. The annual fee is $15 for each vehicle that will operate within the City. The application and annual fee may be submitte...

What Do You Think About Hudson's Parks?

The City of Hudson is in the midst of updating its Parks Master Plan, and resident input is a critical component of this effort. To gather resident input, the City is conducting a Community Interest and Opinion Survey to help establish priorities for the ...

Reduce and Reuse!

Did you know that reducing waste and reusing items saves energy, saves money, prevents pollution, and so much more? The most effective way to reduce waste is not to create it in the first place. Follow these tips from Hudson's Environmental Awareness Comm...

Hudson Headlines - Hudson Holiday Lights

2019 Business Awards Recipients

Congratulations to the 2019 Business Awards recipients! Thank you for making Hudson the best place to live, work, and play.

• Chamber Member of the Year: Eric Jones, PNC Bank
• Hudson Legacy Award: Learned Owl Book Shop
• Advocacy Award: The Hudso...

We've Moved!

Modified Downtown Phase II Plan to be Submitted to Planning Commission  for Review/Approval

HUDSON, OH (July 10, 2019) – At last night’s Workshop, City Council reached a consensus to submit a modified Downtown Phase II plan to Planning Commission for review and approval.

Based on input from the community at many public work se...