Bratenahl public meetings in 2024

Village Council

The Village Council will hold a public hearing before considering a series of resolutions and ordinances. Key items include renewing the architect contract for $20,000, closing two funds, approving a submerged land lease at 10311 Lake Shore Boulevard, and voting on five property variances. The council will also set the 2025 annual appropriations, employee compensation, and amend zoning codes. A public comment period is scheduled.

• Renew architect services agreement with Van Auken Akins Architects, LLC for 2025 at cost not to exceed $20,000
• Close Parks and Recreation Fund (2041) and Shade Tree Fund (2909) with zero balances as of Dec 31, 2024
• Approve submerged land lease application for 10311 Lake Shore Boulevard (Brenna and Chad Huovie)
• Vote on five variance requests: 12 W Hanna Lane, 10229 Lake Shore Blvd, 10006 Burton Ave, 113 Providence Ct, 111 Providence Ct
• Set annual appropriations for fiscal year ending December 31, 2025

The Village Council held a public hearing and then unanimously passed three ordinances (4226, 4227, 4228) modernizing the Standard Neighborhood Commercial District along East 140th. The changes reclassify existing single-family, two-family, and multi-family homes as permitted uses rather than nonconforming uses, update commercial and sign regulations, and clarify garage definitions and review procedures. The Council also approved several resolutions confirming zoning variances and passed the 2025 budget ordinance.

• Approved Ordinance 4226 amending Chapter 1161, Standard Neighborhood Commercial District (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4227 amending Section 1111.03, definition of garages (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4228 amending Section 1117.07, Architectural Review Board powers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1377 renewing Village Architect Services Agreement with DVA Architects (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1378 closing Parks and Recreation Fund 2041 and Shade Tree Fund 2909 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1379 approving submerged land lease for 10311 Lake Shore Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions 1380-1384 confirming zoning variances for properties on West Hanna Lane, Lake Shore Blvd, Burton Ave, and Providence Court (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4233 establishing 2025 annual appropriations (unanimous)

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Village Council Committee of the Whole will convene and consider a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters involving a public employee, including dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation. Following the executive session, the Council will return to open session and adjourn. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Motion to enter executive session for discussion of dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, and/or compensation of a public employee

The Village Council Committee of the Whole met and immediately voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee. After the closed session, they voted unanimously to return to open session. No substantive decisions were made in public.

• Motion to enter executive session on personnel matter approved (unanimous)
• Motion to return to open session approved (unanimous)

Public Records Commission

The Public Records Commission will hold a meeting to call to order, approve prior minutes, and adjourn. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Bratenahl Public Records Commission met on December 18, 2024, and unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes. No new business was reported. During public comment, a resident asked about a building department matter involving Mark Orel; the mayor stated the Ohio Board of Building Standards found no issues and considered the matter settled, but he would follow up on any remaining repair list items.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:54 p.m. (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee will hold a follow-up discussion on the 2025 budget and consider multiple ordinances related to the upcoming fiscal year. Key items include renewing the village architect services agreement with Van Auken Akins Architects for up to $20,000, updating hourly rates for Chagrin Valley Engineering, and setting employee compensation for 2025. The committee will also discuss annual appropriations for both the 2025 fiscal year and a confirmation for 2024.

• Resolution 1377: Renew architect services agreement with Van Auken Akins Architects, LLC for 2025 at cost not to exceed $20,000
• Ordinance 4230: Update hourly rates charged by Chagrin Valley Engineering, Ltd. for village engineer services
• Ordinance 4231: Amend Section 143.05 regarding uniform allowance for the Service Department
• Ordinance 4232: Establish 2025 employee compensation
• Ordinance 4233: Set annual appropriations for fiscal year ending December 31, 2025

The Bratenahl Finance Committee voted to recommend a 2025 appropriations ordinance without a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), citing tight finances and the need to pay Cleveland for fire/EMS services. After extensive debate, they rescinded an earlier no-COLA vote and directed the Fiscal Officer to prepare a 1% COLA ordinance for January, with further discussion on possibly reaching 2.5% retroactive to January 1. The committee also recommended renewing the architect agreement (renamed DVA Architecture), updating engineering rates, and authorizing monthly payments to Cleveland for the $853,000 fire/EMS bill.

• Recommended Ordinance 4233 (2025 appropriations) with no COLA (3-0)
• Rescinded no-COLA vote; directed Fiscal Officer to prepare 1% COLA ordinance for January (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 1377 renewing architect agreement with DVA Architecture (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 4230 updating Chagrin Valley Engineering hourly rates (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 4231 amending uniform allowances for service department (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 4234 authorizing monthly payments to Cleveland for fire/EMS invoices (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 4235 (2024 appropriations) (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 4236 pay claims totaling $110,802.42 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Bratenahl Planning Commission will consider three items of new business: two detached garage replacements and one raised covered patio. No old business is on the agenda.

• 10216 Burton Ave. — detached garage replacement
• 10006 Burton Ave. — detached garage replacement
• 10229 Lakeshore Blvd. — raised covered patio

The Bratenahl Planning Commission approved three items: a detached garage replacement at 10216 Burton Avenue, a detached garage replacement at 10006 Burton Avenue (with a variance granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals), and a covered deck addition at 10229 Lakeshore Boulevard. All votes were unanimous among present members, with some members recusing themselves due to proximity to the properties.

• Approved detached garage replacement at 10216 Burton Avenue (3-0)
• Approved detached garage replacement at 10006 Burton Avenue (3-0)
• Approved covered deck addition at 10229 Lakeshore Boulevard (4-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet on December 10, 2024 to consider two new business items: a detached garage replacement at 10006 Burton Ave and exterior alterations with a raised covered patio at 10229 Lakeshore Blvd. The board will also hear an update from the Building Department and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No old business is on the agenda.

• 10006 Burton Ave — detached garage replacement
• 10229 Lakeshore Blvd — exterior alterations and raised covered patio
• Update from Building Department
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

The Bratenahl Architectural Review Board approved a revised plan for a detached garage replacement at 10006 Burton Ave. (3-0). The board tabled a decision on exterior alterations and a new raised covered patio at 10229 Lakeshore Blvd. until a revised plan is submitted, following concerns about design compatibility and shared water lines.

• Approved detached garage replacement at 10006 Burton Ave. (3-0)
• Tabled exterior alterations and raised patio at 10229 Lakeshore Blvd. pending revised plan

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bratenahl Board of Zoning Appeals will consider six variance requests at its December 4, 2024 meeting. Requests include new garages, a guest house renovation, a covered patio, and generator placements. All items require variances from setback, coverage, or use requirements in the city code.

• 12 W. Hanna Lane — variance for 40-foot minimum separation between living spaces for new garage
• 12521 Lakeshore Blvd. — nonconforming use variances for renovation/reuse of existing guest house
• 10229 Lakeshore Blvd. — multiple variances for covered patio, including side-yard setback and land coverage increase to 12%
• 10006 Burton Ave. — variance for side-yard setback of 1.5 ft (required 3 ft) for replacement garage
• 113 and 111 Providence Court — two variances to allow generators in side yards instead of rear yards

Village Council

This special meeting is primarily procedural: the council will enter executive session to discuss discipline, dismissal, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee, then return to open session and adjourn. No legislative or public business is on the agenda.

• Motion to enter executive session for discussion of dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, and/or compensation of public employee(s)

Village Council

The Village Council will review a proposal for professional planning and zoning services and a donation to the canine fund. The body is also considering an ordinance to approve various municipal pay claims.

• Resolution 1376: Proposal for Plan-It Consulting for planning and zoning services at $162.00 per hour through December 31, 2025
• Resolution 1374: Acceptance of a $1,000.00 donation from Robert Hostoffer for the Canine Fund #2093
• Ordinance 4226: Pay claims totaling $311,534.12
• Public Safety expenditures including $56,696.06 for Axon Enterprise Tasers/equipment
• Administration expenditures including $51,198.00 for a bond payment to Chase Bank

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 budget and vote on several resolutions. Key items include approving a professional services contract for zoning and accepting a private donation.

• Ordinance 4226: Pay claims totaling $311,534.12
• Resolution 1376: Planning and zoning services contract with PlaneIt Consulting at $162.00 per hour through December 31, 2025
• Resolution 1374: $1,000.00 donation from Robert Hostoffer for the Canine Fund #2093
• 2025 Budget Workshop follow-up discussion

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review the 2024 year-end status, discuss the 2025 budget, and revisit the Heritage Tree program. They will also consider a 2025 Tree City USA application and a commissioner vacancy in March 2025.

• 2024 Year End review
• 2025 Tree City USA application submission
• 2025 Budget discussion
• Revisiting Heritage Tree program
• Commissioner vacancy in March 2025

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss several residential property modifications and new constructions. The board will review plans for sheds, garages, and a new single-family dwelling.

• 312 Corning Dr.: New 100 sq. ft. shed
• 10216 Burton Ave.: Detached garage replacement
• Hamlet Ct. Unit 2: New single family dwelling
• 12 W. Hanna Ln.: Preliminary discussion on garage addition, detached garage, connector, greenhouse, and orangery

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee will hold a budget workshop covering operating, capital, and other expenses. This is a discussion meeting with no formal votes or ordinances listed.

• Budget workshop for operating and capital expenses

Village Council

Village Council is holding an informational meeting to discuss Issue 6, a renewal of the existing 4.5-mill operating levy with a proposed 1-mill increase to 5.5 mills on the November 5 ballot. The levy would generate approximately $508,000 annually for essential services including police, fire, EMS, public works, and recreation. Residents will hear an update on village finances and can ask questions.

• Renewal of existing 4.5-mill levy with proposed 1-mill increase to 5.5 mills
• Levy would generate approximately $508,000 annually
• Proposed cost increase of $35 per $100,000 property value (total $147 per $100,000)
• Funds support Police, Fire, EMS, Public Works, Community Center, and recreation operations
• Informational meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 6 pm in the Penthouse at Bratenahl Place One

Village Council

The Village Council will hold a special meeting to enter executive session on employment matters and vote on Resolution 1375, which authorizes a separation agreement and release with Ryan Durand for the separation of his employment. The agreement includes payments for accrued vacation and compensatory time, a marksmanship incentive, and a release of claims against the village.

• Executive session for employment, discipline, and dismissal of a public employee
• Resolution 1375 authorizing a separation agreement with Ryan Durand
• Payment of $1,634.42 in vacation and compensatory time and $2,000 marksmanship incentive to Durand
• Durand's employment ended October 23, 2024; total owed calculated at $10,151.82 before deductions

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a special meeting for a budget workshop focusing on the Building, Recreation, and Service departments. No decisions are expected; this is a discussion session for budgeting purposes.

• Budget workshop for the Building Department
• Budget workshop for the Recreation Department
• Budget workshop for the Service Department

Planning Commission

The Bratenahl Planning Commission will review proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 4218, which establishes a Standard Neighborhood Commercial District, based on feedback from the Village Council. The commission will also discuss two development proposals: a garage addition, detached garage, connector, greenhouse, and orangery at 12 W. Hanna Lane, and a new single-family dwelling at Hamlet Court, Unit 2.

• Consideration of revised Ord. No. 4218 Standard Neighborhood Commercial District amendments
• 12 W. Hanna Ln – improvements including garage addition, detached garage, connector, greenhouse, and orangery
• Hamlet Ct. – Unit 2 new single-family dwelling

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission will vote on a final draft of its 2025 budget and review tree maintenance and removal plans for fall 2024 and spring 2025. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Final draft of 2025 budget
• Tree maintenance plan for fall 2024
• Tree removal plan for fall 2024 and spring 2025
• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024

Village Council

The Village Council will consider Ordinance 4225, which authorizes payment of claims totaling $99,687.75 across departments including public safety, administration, recreation, service, and consultants. The ordinance is declared an emergency measure for daily government operations. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, communications, and public comment periods.

• Approval of $35,033.41 in public safety claims including Chagrin Valley Dispatch ($22,013.68) and AT&T MDTs ($348.27)
• Administration claims of $36,316.18 including medical insurance ($18,703.87) and Enbridge utilities
• Service department claims of $13,217.87 including Cargill salt ($5,661.10) and Landmark gasoline ($2,618.83)
• Consultant payments totaling $13,206.88 to CT Consultants, Chagrin Valley Engineering, and legal firms
• Recreation claims of $1,571.41 including shred event ($1,048.61) and portable restroom rentals

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of Ordinance 4225, which authorizes payment of $99,687.75 in claims across village departments. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and the fiscal officer's report. The ordinance is declared an emergency measure for daily operations.

• Public Safety claims total $35,033.41, including $22,013.68 for Chagrin Valley Dispatch and $5,083.62 for gasoline
• Administration claims total $36,316.18, including $18,703.87 for COSE/Medical Mutual and $6,183.36 for Dumpster Bandit rubbish removal
• Service Department claims total $13,217, including $5,661.10 for salt and $2,618.83 for Ohio CAT equipment rental
• Consultant claims total $13,206.88, including $8,390.50 for Matty, Henrikson & Greve legal services and $2,185.38 for CT Consultants
• Recreation claims total $1,913.41, including $1,048.61 for Shred-It shred event and $342.00 for United Rentals portable restrooms

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct a budget workshop focusing on the Court, Fiscal, and Police departments. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshop for Court, Fiscal, and Police departments

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss new business regarding fence panels at the front gate of Colony Development. The meeting also includes a building department update and the approval of previous minutes.

• Review of fence panels at front gate for Colony Development

Public Improvements Committee

The Public Improvements Committee will meet to discuss planned projects and maintenance for 2025. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other business. No specific projects or funding amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of 2025 Public Improvement Infrastructure/Building Planned Projects and Maintenance

Planning Commission

The Bratenahl Planning Commission will consider Revised Ordinance No. 4218, which proposes amendments to the Standard Neighborhood Commercial District based on Village Council comments. No new business is listed. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.

• Consideration of Revised Ord. No. 4218 – Standard Neighborhood Commercial District proposed amendments based on Village Council comments

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting for a budget workshop focused on employee compensation and benefits. This is part of a series of workshops to construct the 2025 budgets for various village funds.

• Budget workshop on employee compensation and benefits
• Discussion of 2025 Alternative Tax Budget with total estimated resources of $6,235,480.00
• Review of General Fund (1000) operating expenses and department payroll
• Note of closure for Funds 2041 (Parks and Recreation) and 2909 (Shade Tree Donations) at end of 2024

The Bratenahl Finance Committee held its first budget workshop for fiscal year 2025, reviewing department-by-department personnel costs. The committee voted unanimously to increase the Service Department uniform allowance from $550 to $750 for 2025, with a plan to revisit raising it to $1,000 in 2026. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational, covering police, service, administration, and other department budgets.

• Approved $750 Service Department uniform allowance for 2025, up from $550 (3-0)
• Agreed to revisit Service uniform allowance for possible increase to $1,000 in 2026
• Directed Fiscal Officer to forward revised uniform allowance ordinance to law department
• Scheduled next budget workshop for October 14, 2024, covering court, fiscal, and police

Village Council

The Village Council is considering several infrastructure repair bids and the appointment of a new council member. The body is also reviewing the sale of obsolete equipment and a contract amendment with Cuyahoga County.

• Resolution 1366: $22,000 bid for CA Agresta Construction Co. for catch basin and sidewalk repair
• Resolution 1367: $36,060.60 bid for Philips Paving for Community Center parking lot repair
• Resolution 1368: $42,682.64 bid for Philips Paving for 2024 pavement repair project including Lakeshore Drive
• Resolution 1373: Appointing James Puffenberger as Councilperson to fill the unexpired term of Thomas McDonald
• Resolution 1369 & 1370: Sale of a Canon Pro 2100 printer and a non-working soda machine via GovDeals

Public Records Commission

The Bratenahl Public Records Commission meets to consider and potentially approve a records retention schedule. This is a routine procedural item for managing village records.

• Approval of records retention schedule for village records

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee will meet on September 18, 2024, to discuss and vote on several resolutions including accepting bids for infrastructure repairs, authorizing sale of village equipment, and approving a contract amendment with Cuyahoga County for inmate board and care. The meeting includes a fiscal officer report and approval of prior minutes.

• Resolution 1368: Accept revised bid of $42,682.64 from Philips Paving for the 2024 pavement repair project on Lakeshore Drive (emergency declared)
• Resolution 1367: Accept bid of $36,060.60 from Philips Paving for Community Center parking lot repair
• Resolution 1366: Accept revised bid of $22,000 from CA Agresta Construction for catch basin and sidewalk repair after storm damage
• Resolution 1371: Authorize fourth amendment to Cuyahoga County inmate board and care contract, effective January 1, 2025
• Resolutions 1369 and 1370: Authorize sale of a never-used Canon Pro 2100 printer (starting at $1,500) and a broken soda machine (starting at $200) on GovDeals

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss tree maintenance and removal plans for fall 2024 and spring 2025, review the 2025 budget, and consider the Eddy Road beautification plan with the Bratenahl Community Foundation. The commission will also address a complaint about dumping of grass clippings in Village Park and update its web page.

• Tree maintenance plan for Fall 2024
• Tree removal plan for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025
• 2025 Budget update
• Eddy Road beautification plan with Bratenahl Community Foundation
• Discussion of jurisdiction over grass clipping dumping in Village Park

Village Council

Village Council holds a special meeting to interview candidates and potentially appoint a member to fill an unexpired council term ending December 31, 2025. Two applicants, Leslie Yerkes and Michael Peplowski, are being considered.

• Interview, discuss, and potentially appoint a candidate to fill a Village Council vacancy
• Applicant Leslie Yerkes, a consultant and author residing on Lakeshore Boulevard, has served on prior village boards
• Applicant Michael Peplowski, a manager at Sixty North LLC residing on Lakeshore Boulevard, has prior commercial real estate experience
• Vacancy is for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2025

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to discuss a new single-family dwelling and a fence replacement. The board will also receive an update from the Building Department.

• New single family dwelling at 5 Hanna Ct.
• Replacement fence at 13401 Lakeshore Blvd. House # 3

The Bratenahl Architectural Review Board approved a revised plan for a new single-family dwelling at 5 Hanna Ct., contingent on submission of lighting cut-sheets. The board also approved a replacement fence at 13401 Lakeshore Blvd. #3 with recommendations on rail and post design. Both motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved revised plan for new home at 5 Hanna Ct. (3-0), contingent on lighting cut-sheets
• Approved replacement fence at 13401 Lakeshore Blvd. #3 (3-0), with recommendation for straight rail and flat post caps

Planning Commission

The Bratenahl Planning Commission will consider a proposal for a new single-family dwelling at 5 Hanna Court. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes, with no old business.

• 5 Hanna Ct. - New Single-Family Dwelling

Village Council

The Village Council is meeting to discuss the establishment of a wellness check calling system and a submerged land lease for a shore structure. The body is also reviewing updates to the village credit card policy and employee compensation.

• Resolution 1327: Establishing a Telephone Reassurance Program with an annual cost up to $4,468.00 plus a recurring annual cost up to $750.00
• Resolution 1364: Approving a submerged land lease application for a shore structure at 10207 Lake Shore Boulevard
• Ordinance 1365: Amending the Village credit card policy
• Ordinance 4222: Amending employee compensation
• Ordinance 4223: Pay Claims

Public Improvements Committee

The Bratenahl Public Improvements Committee will meet to discuss the 2024 Public Improvement Infrastructure and Building Planned Projects and Maintenance. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and other topics. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed for action.

• Discussion of 2024 Public Improvement Infrastructure/Building Planned Projects and Maintenance

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee will consider Resolution 1327 establishing a Telephone Reassurance Program—an automated wellness check-in system for residents—at an annual cost of $4,468 plus $750 recurring. They will also vote on an amended credit card policy (Ordinance 1365), an employee compensation amendment (Ordinance 4222), and Pay Claims (Ordinance 4223). Discussions are scheduled on the village's depository contracts and the Bratenahl Center.

• Resolution 1327: Establish Telephone Reassurance Program at $4,468/year plus $750 recurring, administered by Chagrin Valley Dispatch and Bratenahl Police
• Ordinance 1365: Adopt amended credit card policy for Village cards (spending limits: $2,500 for most cards, $5,000 for Home Depot card)
• Ordinance 4222: Amend employee compensation (details not specified)
• Ordinance 4223: Pay Claims
• Discussion: Review of village depository and future of Bratenahl Center

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission will discuss tree damage from the August 6 storm, plan fall 2024 tree maintenance, and review the 2024 budget while previewing the 2025 budget. The commission will also welcome new member Jennifer Goodall and consider planting on Eddy Road.

• Report on tree damage from August 6 storm
• Fall 2024 tree maintenance planning
• Review of 2024 budget and preview of 2025 budget
• Welcome new member Jennifer Goodall
• Old business: Eddy Road planting

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to discuss new business regarding a property dispute. The session includes an objection from 357 Bratenahl Rd. concerning a fence application at 353 Bratenahl Rd.

• Fence application objection: 353 Bratenahl Rd. (objected to by 357 Bratenahl Rd.)

Public Improvements Committee

The Public Improvements Committee will review and discuss the 2024 planned infrastructure and building projects and maintenance. No specific projects or funding amounts are listed in the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other topics.

• Discussion of 2024 public improvement infrastructure and building planned projects and maintenance
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Village Council

Council will consider resolutions to place a 5.5-mill property tax levy renewal with increase on the November 5, 2024 ballot (estimated $508,000 annually for current expenses), adopt the 2025 alternative tax budget, and approve pay claims. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda items and general topics.

• Resolution 1360: Renew existing 4.5-mill levy and increase by 1 mill to 5.5 mills ($147 per $100,000 appraised value), estimated $508,000 annual revenue for current expenses, to appear on Nov. 5, 2024 ballot
• Resolution 1361: Adopt the 2025 Alternative Tax Budget (showing estimated revenues and expenditures for General Fund and special revenue funds)
• Ordinance 4221: Pay claims (approval of list of payments)
• Public comment periods for agenda items and general topics

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing a proposal to renew an existing 4.5 mill tax levy and increase it by 1 mill. The body is also reviewing the 2025 Alternative Tax Budget and police compensation.

• Resolution 1360: Proposed renewal and increase of tax levy from 4.5 to 5.5 mills, estimated to generate $508,000 annually
• Resolution 1361: Adoption of the 2025 Alternative Tax Budget
• Ordinance 4221: Pay Claims
• Discussion regarding police compensation

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Village Council Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation from Cuyahoga County Public Works on the Sewer Assessment Program. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and any other business that may properly come before the body.

• Presentation: Cuyahoga County Public Works — Sewer Assessment Program

Architectural Review Board

The Bratenahl Architectural Review Board will hold a meeting to conduct a preliminary discussion regarding a new single family home at 5 Hanna Ct. The agenda also includes an update from the Building Department and approval of minutes.

• Preliminary discussion for a new single family home at 5 Hanna Ct.
• Update from the Building Department

Village Council

The Village Council is considering a resolution to renew and increase an existing 4.5 mill levy to 5.5 mills for current operating expenses. This action requests the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer to certify the total tax valuation and expected revenue. The renewal and increase would be submitted to voters on November 5, 2024.

• Resolution No. 1359: Renewing and increasing a levy from 4.5 mills to 5.5 mills for operating expenses
• Request for Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer to certify tax valuation and revenue amounts
• Proposed submission of the levy question to voters on November 5, 2024

Village Council

The Village Council will review amendments to the planning and zoning code for neighborhood commercial districts. The agenda also includes a request for an energy conservation program and a resolution regarding policing practices.

• Confirming variances for play structure heights at 11341 Lakeshore Blvd
• Authorizing a request for qualifications for an energy conservation program
• Resolution denouncing racial profiling and bias-based policing
• Amending commercial districts to classify residential structures as permitted uses
• Amending regulations for dwellings and living accommodations

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Village Council Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation regarding NEORSD Sewer Services. The committee is also scheduled to hold a discussion on levy options.

• Presentation: NEORSD Sewer Services
• Discussion: Levy options

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission will meet to address a commissioner vacancy and discuss support for the Eddy Road median enhancement. The commission will also identify priority items for the second half of 2024.

• Commissioner vacancy
• Eddy Road median enhancement support
• Priority items for the second half of 2024

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss a landscape plan for 6 Hanna Ct. The agenda also includes an update from the Building Department and approval of minutes.

• Landscape Plan for 6 Hanna Ct.
• Update from the Building Department

Economic & Community Development Committee

The Economic & Community Development Committee will discuss preparations for the 2024-2025 Bratenahl Center Townhall. The meeting includes discussing data collection strategies and establishing dates and times for these meetings.

• Discussion of items for the 2024-2025 Bratenahl Center Townhall
• Discussion of data collection strategies for townhall meetings
• Establishment of townhall dates and times

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for 11341 Lakeshore Blvd. The applicant is seeking to exceed the 10-foot maximum height limit for an accessory structure in an R-1 District.

• Variance request for accessory structure height at 11341 Lakeshore Blvd.

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and discussing a commissioner vacancy. They will also review a preliminary tree inspection report and make final Memorial Day preparations, along with updates on spring planting and the Tree City USA awards ceremony.

• Commissioner vacancy discussion
• Final Memorial Day preparations
• Preliminary Bratenahl-WRLC inspection report
• Spring planting update
• Tree City USA awards ceremony

Village Council

The Village Council will discuss several resolutions including a workers' compensation renewal and a new bank fraud protection program. Additionally, the council is considering a grant agreement with Cuyahoga County to fund a Gateway & Streetscape Improvement Project.

• Resolution 1352: Renewing Workers’ Compensation service agreement with Sedgwick for up to $950.00
• Resolution 1354: Enrolling three Dollar Bank accounts in the Positive Pay Fraud Protection program
• Resolution 1355: Entering a Community Development Supplemental Grant agreement with Cuyahoga County for up to $50,000.00
• Ordinance 4217: Pay Claims

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the village's depository review and police compensation, and to consider resolutions authorizing renewal of the workers' compensation agreement with Sedgwick and enrollment in Dollar Bank's Positive Pay fraud protection program. The committee will also vote on Ordinance 4217 to pay $121,630.78 in claims across public safety, administration, recreation, service, and consultant categories.

• Resolution 1352: renew Sedgwick workers' compensation agreement, fee not to exceed $950 for 2025 rating year
• Resolution 1354: enroll in Dollar Bank Positive Pay fraud protection for 3 accounts
• Ordinance 4217: pay claims totaling $121,630.78, including $22,013.68 to Chagrin Valley Dispatch and $8,170.00 to Matty, Henrikson & Greve LLC
• Discussion: police compensation
• Discussion: depository review

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Bratenahl Village Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a recreation levy, along with routine items like approving prior meeting minutes. The agenda is otherwise minimal, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion: Recreation Levy
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting(s)

Architectural Review Board

The Bratenahl Architectural Review Board is meeting to review two new business items: a fence at 307 Corning Dr. and a play structure at 11341 Lakeshore Blvd. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, an update from the building department, and public comment. No old business is listed.

• 307 Corning Dr. – Fence
• 11341 Lakeshore Blvd. – Play Structure
• Update from the Building Department
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss upcoming 2024-2025 public safety projects. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Village Park registration protocols, landscaping, and security.

• 2024-2025 Public Safety projects (TBD)
• Village Park registration protocols
• Village Park landscaping and privacy ideas
• Village Park lighting, safety and security discussion

Public Improvements Committee

The Bratenahl Public Improvements Committee will meet to discuss planned 2024 infrastructure and building projects, along with maintenance needs. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and other topics, but no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of 2024 Public Improvement Infrastructure/Building Planned Projects and Maintenance
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Other topics of importance

Village Council

The Village Council is meeting to consider accepting two insurance coverage proposals for the 2024-2025 policy period. The proposals involve Selective Insurance Company and Lexington Insurance Company.

• Selective Insurance Company proposal not to exceed $80,819.00
• Lexington Insurance Company proposal not to exceed $78,901.00
• Total annual premium of $159,720.00

Planning Commission

The Bratenahl Planning Commission will meet to consider several land-use items, including a zoning text amendment for the Neighborhood Commercial District, a zoning map amendment for Garfield Lane, and a permanent easement on common areas at Newport Hanna. A public hearing will be held for the easement proposal. The commission will also review a play structures request at 11341 Lakeshore Blvd. and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Zoning text amendment for Neighborhood Commercial District
• Permanent easement on Common Area Blocks C and F to 22 E. Hanna (public hearing)
• Zoning map amendment for Garfield Ln. from R-1 to R-3
• 11341 Lakeshore Blvd. play structures request
• Approval/correction of meeting minutes

Village Council

The Village Council is reviewing several resolutions, including a request for a breakwater extension at Newport Harbor. The body is also considering various equipment quotes, filming location agreements, and a road salt program.

• Resolution 1341: Proposed breakwater extension for Newport Harbor Association at 33 Shoreby Drive
• Resolution 1342: Purchase of a Model 75XP Brush Bandit from KTS Equipment, Inc. for $23,642.40
• Resolution 1346: Application to amend the Hanna Planned Residential Development final plan
• Resolution 1349: Participation in the 2024 ODOT Road Salt program
• Ordinance 4215: Recodification and editing of certain ordinances

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee is meeting to discuss police compensation and vote on several resolutions, including accepting quotes for a brush chipper and radar feedback signs, authorizing a fireworks contract, and approving a contract for Thomson Reuters CLEAR. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and the fiscal officer's report.

• Resolution 1342: Accept KTS Equipment quote for a Brush Bandit chipper, $23,642.40
• Resolution 1343: Accept Traffic Logix quote for radar feedback signs, $6,477.00
• Resolution 1344: Authorize contract with American Fireworks Co. for fireworks show, up to $10,000
• Resolution 1345: Accept Thomson Reuters proposal for CLEAR
• Ordinance 4216: Pay claims

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Bratenahl Village Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to approve prior minutes and hear a presentation from Cuyahoga County Public Works on the Sewer Assessment Program. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approval of minutes.

• Presentation by Cuyahoga County Public Works on Sewer Assessment Program
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting(s)

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss new business, including preventive treatment for 35 Austrian pines along Eddy Road extension and the Tree City USA NE Ohio Awards Ceremony. Old business includes feedback on Eddy Road median planting, Memorial Day Parade preparations, and Arbor Day celebration.

• Preventive treatment of 35 Austrian pines along Eddy Road extension
• Tree City USA NE Ohio Awards Ceremony on May 16
• Eddy Road median planting feedback
• Memorial Day Parade final preparations
• Arbor Day celebration in Village Park

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review two new-business applications: a new shed at 13412 Lakeshore Blvd. and a new pool, landscaping, and retaining wall at 22 E. Hanna Ln. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, attendance, approval of minutes, an update from the building department, and public comment. No old business is listed.

• 13412 Lakeshore Blvd. – New Shed
• 22 E. Hanna Ln. – New Pool, landscaping and retaining wall
• Update from the Building Department
• Public comment period

Planning Commission

The Bratenahl Planning Commission is meeting to consider a zoning text amendment for the Neighborhood Commercial District under old business. Under new business, the commission will hold public hearings on three items at 22 E. Hanna Ln.: transferring 0.0366 acres of dedicated open space to Sublot 22, relocating an easement, and approving a new inground pool. The easement relocation is part of an amendment to the Newport Hanna Final Development Plan.

• Zoning text amendment for Neighborhood Commercial District
• Transfer of 0.0366 acres of dedicated open space to Sublot 22 at 22 E. Hanna Ln.
• Relocation of access easement at 22 E. Hanna Ln. (Newport Hanna PRD amendment)
• New inground pool at 22 E. Hanna Ln.
• Public comments accepted via email to building@bratenaahl.org or at Village Hall

Village Council

Village Council is reviewing a retroactive management consulting agreement and a renewal of architectural services. The body is also considering the appointment of a Recreation Director and the payment of various municipal claims.

• Appointment of Michael Armstrong as Recreation Director
• Resolution 1339: Retroactive management consultant agreement with Clemans, Nelson & Associates, Inc. ($175/month retainer plus hourly rates)
• Resolution 1340: Renewal of services agreement with Van Auken Akins Architects, LLC not to exceed $20,000
• Ordinance 4214: Pay claims including $28,916.75 for Public Safety and $46,602.41 for Administration

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several financial items, including a retroactive consultant agreement with Clemans, Nelson & Associates for labor and fiscal consulting, a renewal of the village architect services agreement with Van Auken Akins Architects with increased hourly rates, and an ordinance to pay claims. The agenda also includes a discussion on purchasing equipment for the Service Department and the fiscal officer's report.

• Resolution 1339: Retroactive consultant agreement with Clemans, Nelson & Associates for 2024, $175/month retainer plus hourly rates ($160-$195/hr)
• Resolution 1340: Renew architect services agreement with Van Auken Akins Architects for 2024, not to exceed $20,000, with increased hourly rates ($85-$205/hr)
• Ordinance 4214: Pay claims totaling $46,602.41 for administration and public safety expenses
• Discussion: Service Department equipment purchase
• Fiscal Officer report

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Bratenahl Village Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a presentation from Leopardo Energy on a feasibility study. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda, which otherwise consists of procedural items. The council may also enter executive session as allowed by law.

• Presentation by Leopardo Energy on a feasibility study
• Meeting held at Bratenahl Community Center, 10300 Brighton Road
• Council reserves right to enter executive session

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving an update from the building department. The main item is old business: a review of exterior alterations at 10412 Brighton Rd. No new business is listed.

• Review of exterior alterations at 10412 Brighton Rd.
• Approval of minutes
• Update from the Building Department

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its January 29, 2024 meeting and discuss new and old business. New business includes spring planting of 13 trees at nine Village sites. Old business covers the Eddy Road median, including transplanted crab apple trees and pending quotes for decorative grasses, plus Memorial Day Parade planning.

• Approval of minutes from January 29, 2024 meeting
• Spring planting of 13 trees at nine Village tree sites
• Three crab apple trees transplanted from Service Dept to Eddy Road median
• Pending quotes for decorative grasses for Eddy Road median
• Memorial Day Parade planning

Village Council

The Village Council is discussing the creation of a Recreation Department and a corresponding Advisory Commission. The meeting also includes votes on service equipment purchases and updates to commercial vehicle parking rules.

• Ordinance 4207: Establishing a Recreation Department and a five-member Recreation Advisory Commission
• Resolution 1336: Purchase of Service Department equipment from Ohio CAT and Best Truck Equipment Inc. for $30,766.85
• Ordinance 4199: Amending Section 351.13 to define 'Commercial Vehicle' and restrict parking in residence districts
• Resolution 1337: Authorization to dispose of obsolete Police Department equipment including laptops and power supplies
• Resolution 1338: Contract extension with Cleveland Restoration Society

Village Council Committee of the Whole

The Bratenahl Village Council Committee of the Whole will discuss Ordinance 4207, which would create a Recreation Department and re-establish a Recreation Advisory Commission. The ordinance repeals the existing Recreation Commission chapter and establishes a new department with a director appointed by the mayor. The meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2024, at the Bratenahl Community Center.

• Ordinance 4207: Establishing a Recreation Department and declaring an emergency
• Repeals existing Chapter 147 'Recreation Commission'
• Creates Recreation Program Director position appointed by Mayor with Council concurrence
• Re-forms Recreation Advisory Commission with five resident members serving without pay
• Director to manage events like Bratenahl Home Days and Memorial Day Parade

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review an application for exterior alterations at 10412 Brighton Rd. The agenda includes approval of minutes, an update from the building department, and public comment. No old business is listed.

• New business: exterior alterations at 10412 Brighton Rd.

Shade Tree Commission

The Bratenahl Shade Tree Commission will meet to approve minutes from October and December 2023 and discuss new business, including ornamental grass planting along the Eddy Rd median, spring planting sites, the Heritage Program, and purchasing seedlings for the Memorial Day Parade. Old business includes a donated oak tree for the Dog Park. The meeting is scheduled for January 29, 2024, at the Bratenahl Community Center.

• Ornamental grass planting along Eddy Rd median surrounding granite slabs
• Spring planting sites update
• Bratenahl Heritage Program update
• Purchase seedlings for Memorial Day Parade on May 27
• Oak tree donation for Dog Park offered by Lucy Weller

Village Council

The Village Council is discussing the creation of a Recreation Department and a Recreation Advisory Commission. The body is also reviewing updates to dog park rules, park hours, and commercial vehicle parking restrictions.

• Ordinance 4207: Establishing a Recreation Department and Recreation Advisory Commission
• Ordinance 4190: Amending rules for the Bratenahl Village Dog Park
• Ordinance 4198: Amending Chapter 925 regarding Village Park hours and prohibitions
• Ordinance 4200: Prohibiting commercial vehicles over 9,000 lbs GVWR on private residential property
• Resolution 1333: Authorizing a service agreement with TAC Computer

Finance Committee

The Bratenahl Finance Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $6,843.72 hardware/network service agreement with TAC Computer Inc., a towing services proposal from 3S Towing & Recovery, and a resolution authorizing the fiscal officer to follow purchase order procedures. The committee will also hold an executive session on imminent litigation and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution 1333: Authorize $6,843.72 service agreement with TAC Computer Inc. for 24 months of network/hardware support
• Resolution 1334: Accept 3S Towing & Recovery proposal for towing services from Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2026
• Resolution 1335: Authorize fiscal officer to issue blanket certificates and purchase orders per village procedures
• Ordinance 4211: Pay claims
• Executive session on imminent litigation

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review proposed revisions to Ordinance 925 regarding dog park rules and hours. Members will also hold discussions regarding ordinances for commercial vehicle parking and general parking regulations.

• Feedback on Ordinance 925 regarding Dog Park rules
• Discussion of Ordinance 4199 regarding parking commercial vehicles
• Discussion of Ordinance 4200 regarding general parking

Village Council

The Village Council meeting consists of a swearing-in ceremony for elected officials. The ceremony includes the Mayor and two Council Members serving terms ending December 31, 2027.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Keith Ari Benjamin
• Swearing-in of Council Member Joyce Burke-Jones
• Swearing-in of Council Member David Kozinski