Committee debates exterior name for 1969 courthouse building; leans toward 'Medina Municipal Court' with clarifying signage

Members of the Medina City Council Finance Committee discussed options for exterior signage and naming of the 1969 courthouse building now set to house municipal court functions, and generally favored keeping the façade wording simple — identifying the facility as the Medina Municipal Court — while using additional signage at the security entrance to clarify access.

The committee discussed that the existing county courthouse on the square reads “Medina County Courthouse,” and that the 1969 building will house municipal court operations and could cause public confusion if labeled in a way that suggests a county facility. One member suggested retaining the straightforward wording “Medina Municipal Court” on the front facade and reserving a longer descriptor such as “courthouse complex” for a different entrance or for directional signage.

Members also asked staff to check with the county about clarifying exterior signage at the rear parking‑deck entrance so visitors exiting the deck and approaching the building understand where court security screening and entrances are located. Staff said directional signs at the interior security checkpoint were already considered and that exterior signage could be coordinated with the county.

The committee did not take a formal vote on a naming ordinance or directive at the meeting; the item was discussed for future action and staff were asked to follow up with the county and report back.