Brecksville public meetings in 2021

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting was largely procedural, with the only formal action being approval of the December 17, 2021 minutes. Councilwoman Redinger reported that City Council had approved the 2022 recreation fee schedule, floor mats for the Community Center, replacement of the backflow preventer for the competitive pool, and a contractor agreement for Gina Imbrigatta (Brecksville Fitness Studio). Council also approved two TIF legislation items for the north end of Piece Valor Acres and the Miller Road/Brecksville corner for DiGeronimo. No other substantive decisions were made by the Commission.

• Approved December 17, 2021 minutes as written (motion by Redinger, second by Hanna)
• Council approved 2022 recreation fee schedule (reported)
• Council approved floor mats for Community Center (reported)
• Council approved replacement of backflow preventer for competitive pool (reported)
• Council approved contractor agreement for Gina Imbrigatta, dba Brecksville Fitness Studio (reported)
• Council approved TIF legislation for north end Residential Piece of Valor Acres (reported)
• Council approved TIF legislation for Miller Road and Brecksville corner as mixed use for DiGeronimo (reported)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation is considering a development agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC and VA Land LLC for mixed-use construction. The agenda also includes the acceptance of sanitary sewer easements involving VA Land LLC and Sherwin Williams.

• Development Agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC and VA Land LLC
• Acceptance of sanitary sewers easement involving VA Land LLC and Sherwin Williams
• Approval of November 4, 2021 minutes

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation approved the minutes from the November 4, 2021 meeting. It also accepted a sanitary sewer easement from VA Land LLC related to Sherwin Williams, and authorized a development agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC and VA Land LLC for a mixed-use development to create and retain jobs. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved minutes of 11-4-2021 (4-0)
• Accepted sanitary sewer easement from VA Land LLC (4-0)
• Authorized development agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC and VA Land LLC for mixed-use development (4-0)

City Council Committees

The City Council Committees are meeting to review several proposals regarding city infrastructure and services. Items include funding for building construction materials, police equipment leases, and various municipal software renewals.

• $75,238.90 for Building Engineering Garage construction supplies
• Lease of 12 License Plate Reader Cameras for the Police Department
• $12,125.00 for a new fire alarm system at Blossom Hill Building #2
• $7,632.00 for annual police and fire radio equipment maintenance
• $8,600.00 for Municode software subscription renewal

The Brecksville City Council committees met virtually on December 21, 2021, and recommended several items to full Council. These included approving the 2022 Recreation and Human Services Rate Schedule, a $75,238.90 blanket purchase for a new Building Engineering garage, and a lease agreement for 12 license plate reader cameras for the Police Department. The committees also recommended applying for multiple grants, including a $6,000 recycling awareness grant and an Assistance to Firefighters Grant for a new ladder truck. All recommendations were passed unanimously by the respective committees.

• Approved 2022 Recreation and Human Services Rate Schedule (3-0)
• Approved $75,238.90 blanket purchase for Building Engineering garage construction (3-0)
• Approved $5,940.82 purchase for 7 custom logo floor mats (3-0)
• Approved $12,125.00 fire alarm system for Blossom Hill Building #2 (3-0)
• Approved lease agreement for 12 License Plate Reader Cameras (3-0)
• Recommended applying for $6,000 Community Recycling Awareness Grant (3-0)
• Recommended applying for Ohio EPA Community and Litter Grant (3-0)
• Recommended applying for FY2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several agreements with DiGeronimo Development LLC regarding residential, mixed-use, and office developments. These items include Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreements and a job creation incentive for at least 150,000 square feet of space. The agenda also includes various grant applications and service contracts.

• TIF agreements for residential and mixed-use development at Valor Acres and Dalad Land sites
• Job Creation Incentive Agreement for 150,000 square feet of office space
• Lease amendment with Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church for parking spaces
• Service agreement to lease Flock Falcon license plate reader cameras
• Ohio EPA grant application for a Bobcat Skid Steer loader

Council approved multiple ordinances authorizing tax increment financing (TIF) and development agreements with DiGeronimo Development LLC for the Valor Acres and Dalad land sites, including residential, mixed-use, and office developments, plus a development agreement for a mixed-use project and bond issuance for the Blossom Fieldhouse. Also approved were employee compensation amendments, various resolutions for grants, contracts, and equipment purchases, and a zoning variance for 8035 Pershing Drive. The meeting included recognition of outgoing councilmembers and the assistant law director.

• Approved Ordinance 5462 residential TIF agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5463 mixed-use TIF agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5465 job creation incentive agreement for office buildings (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5466 development agreement and $8.6M bond issuance for Blossom Fieldhouse (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5456 amending employee compensation (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved zoning variance for 8035 Pershing Drive to defer sidewalk installation (6-0)
• Approved $7,632 radio equipment maintenance agreement with Chagrin Valley Dispatch (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Recreation and Human Services Rate Schedule (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved the December 6 minutes and received reports. Youth basketball was cancelled from December 17 to December 30 due to rising COVID numbers, a decision made by the league cities. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved December 6, 2021 minutes as written
• Cancelled youth basketball from Dec 17 to Dec 30 due to COVID (league-wide decision)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider appeals for variances at 9391 Highland Drive and 8035 Pershing Drive. One request involves camper parking, while the other concerns sidewalk installation requirements.

• Variance request for camper parking at 9391 Highland Drive
• Variance request regarding sidewalk installation at 8035 Pershing Drive
• Approval of November 8, 2021, meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals recommended approval of a variance for a single-family dwelling at 8035 Pershing Drive, allowing the owner to defer installing public sidewalks until the City deems it appropriate. The board also tabled a separate appeal regarding a camper parking variance at 9391 Highland Drive. Minutes from the November 8 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Recommended approval of sidewalk variance for 8035 Pershing Drive (unanimous)
• Tabled appeal 2021-41 for camper parking variance at 9391 Highland Drive
• Approved minutes of November 8, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a front yard setback change and a conditional use permit for a dry cleaning plant. The meeting also includes reviews of signage requests and various lot consolidation discussions.

• Front yard setback of 80’ for 11703 Chippewa Rd.
• Conditional use permit for DMS Retail Enterprises, LLC at 10303 Brecksville Rd.
• Rezoning 10909 Chippewa Road from R-20 Single Family to O-B Office Building
• Signage requests for Systemseals (6600 W. Snowville Rd.) and Sherwin Williams (6701 Miller Rd.)

The Brecksville Planning Commission held public hearings and a regular meeting on December 9, 2021. They recommended to City Council final approval of a lot consolidation and 80-foot front yard setback at 11703 Chippewa Road, a conditional use permit for Tide Cleaners at 10303 Brecksville Road, and rezoning of 10909 Chippewa Road from R-20 to O-B Office Building for Cupkovic Architecture. They also approved signage for Systemseals and Sherwin Williams, and scheduled a public hearing for the Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3.

• Recommended final approval of lot consolidation and 80-ft front yard setback at 11703 Chippewa Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Tide Cleaners at 10303 Brecksville Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended final approval of rezoning 10909 Chippewa Rd from R-20 to O-B Office Building (unanimous)
• Approved ground and wall signs for Systemseals at 6600 W. Snowville Rd (unanimous)
• Approved construction windscreen signage for Sherwin Williams at Valor Acres (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Jan 6, 2022 on Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3 (unanimous)
• Tabled preliminary approval for South Edgerton Road re-subdivision (Ray Fogg Development)
• Tabled preliminary approval for Snowville Business Center 3 new building (Ray Fogg Development)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review police officer polygraph results from Security and Polygraph Consultants. The commission will also determine the number of candidates to proceed to psychological testing by Pradco.

• Review of police officer polygraph results
• Determination of candidates for psychological testing by Pradco
• Approval of September 20, 2021 minutes

The Brecksville Civil Service Commission approved the September 20, 2021 minutes and reviewed the results of the Police Officer Polygraph Test. The commission voted to advance all 13 candidates to the next test level, the Quick View Law Enforcement Psych Test administered by PRADCO. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 20, 2021 minutes (motion by Ganim, seconded by Barcon)
• Advanced all 13 police candidates to Quick View Law Enforcement Psych Test (motion by Ganim, seconded by Barcon)

City Council Committees

Brecksville City Council committees are reviewing several large-scale financial and development proposals. These include bond issuances for an athletic fieldhouse, road improvements, and interchange expansions. The Legislation Committee will also consider development and tax increment agreements for the Valor Acres and Dalad Land sites.

• $8,600,000 bond issuance for an athletic fieldhouse on Oakes Road
• $1,000,000 bond for expanding the Miller Road and I-77 interchange
• Development and TIF agreements with DiGeronimo Development LLC and VA Land LLC
• $6,551.38 purchase for police detective bureau microphone upgrades
• $1,400,000 bond for State Route 82 improvements

City Council

The Brecksville City Council is reviewing several ordinances related to infrastructure funding and local development. This includes bond issuances for State Route 82, the Miller Road interchange, and an athletic fieldhouse on Oakes Road. The agenda also features tax increment agreements and development plans for the Valor Acres and Dalad Land sites.

• $8,600,000 Fieldhouse Bonds for Oakes Road property
• $1,400,000 and $1,710,000 bonds for State Route 82 improvements
• $1,000,000 Miller Road interchange expansion bonds
• TIF agreements with DiGeronimo Development LLC for Valor Acres and Dalad Land sites
• 2022 Annual Appropriation Ordinance for city expenditures

Council approved the 2022 appropriations ordinance and several bond issues for road and fieldhouse projects, all by 5-0 votes. It also approved a resolution appointing Lisa Sabol as part-time prosecutor and passed ordinances amending employee compensation and authorizing fuel purchases. A residential building permit at 8035 Pershing Drive was approved with conditions after public comment.

• Approved 2022 appropriations ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $1.4M bond for State Route 82 improvements (5-0)
• Approved $1.71M bond for State Route 82 improvements (5-0)
• Approved $8.6M bond for athletic fieldhouse at Blossom Hill (5-0)
• Approved $1M bond for Miller Road/I-77 interchange (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5197 appointing Lisa Sabol as prosecutor (5-0)
• Approved building permit at 8035 Pershing Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Approved $6,551.38 for police interview room microphones (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding the Natureworks Grant. The meeting also includes a review of Community Center rates for 2022. Various departmental reports from the Mayor, Director, and athletic/aquatic leads will be presented.

• Natureworks Grant Update
• Community Center Rates for 2022
• Director's Report
• Athletic and Aquatic Reports

The Commission voted to recommend the 2022 Recreation Department rate recommendations to City Council for approval. The motion was made by Moleski and seconded by Firestone. The Commission also approved the October 25, 2021 minutes as written. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting included reports and discussion only.

• Approved the October 25, 2021 meeting minutes as written.
• Recommended the 2022 Recreation Department rate increases to City Council for approval.

Board of Design and Construction Review

The agenda for this meeting of the Brecksville Board of Design and Construction Review contains only procedural items. The board will consider the approval of the regular meeting minutes from November 15, 2021.

• Approval of November 15, 2021, meeting minutes

The Board of Design and Construction Review held a brief public meeting solely to address the minutes from its November 15, 2021 meeting regarding 8035 Pershing Dr. Two amendments were made: changing 'than' to 'then' on page 1 and changing 'continuous garage' to 'covered roof to garage' on page 2. The board then approved the amended minutes unanimously. No other business was conducted, and the meeting closed after five minutes.

• Amended the November 15, 2021 minutes for 8035 Pershing Dr. to correct 'than' to 'then' on page 1
• Amended the November 15, 2021 minutes for 8035 Pershing Dr. to change 'continuous garage' to 'covered roof to garage' on page 2
• Approved the amended November 15, 2021 minutes for 8035 Pershing Dr. unanimously (3-0)

City Council Committees

The Finance Committee is meeting to conduct a review of the 2022 budget. No other specific items are listed on the agenda for consideration.

• 2022 Budget Review

The Brecksville Finance Committee met virtually on November 23, 2021, and considered the 2022 Budget Review as an item for discussion. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were made during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned after the review and other matters deemed appropriate.

• Reviewed the 2022 Budget as an item for consideration; no action taken.
• Adjourned the meeting.

City Council Committees

The Utilities Committee will hold an introduction and discussion regarding the Chippewa Road and Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project. No other specific agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Introduction and discussion of the Chippewa Road & Calvin Drive Sanitary Sewer Project

The Utilities Committee held an informational meeting to introduce the Chippewa Road and Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project to affected homeowners. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for presentation and Q&A. The project is planned to install sanitary sewers and replace storm sewers, with funding from grants and loans, and will be paid for through property assessments. The meeting adjourned at 8:40 PM.

• Opened the Utilities Committee meeting at 7:00 PM.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:40 PM.

City Council Committees

The Finance Committee will hold a discussion with a Municipal Advisor. No other specific items are listed on the agenda for consideration.

• Discussion with Municipal Advisor

City Council Committees

The Brecksville City Council Committees will consider several personnel appointments and budget increases. Proposed items include funding for electric accounts, gas pump security, and engineering services for the Glenwood Trail project.

• Engineering services for Glenwood Trail Sewer & Pavement Improvement Project ($106,750.00)
• Appointment of Rachele Engle as Recreation Director
• Promotion of Frank M. Faulhaber to Police Sergeant
• Gas Pump Security Project contract with Collins Equipment Corp ($29,984.60)
• Increase to electric accounts blanket purchase orders ($68,500.00)

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and recommended several actions to full Council. These included approving purchase order increases for the service garage trench drain repair, Booville Halloween event, electric and natural gas accounts, and Taekwondo instructors; amending the payroll ordinance to add a full-time receptionist; appointing Rachele Engle as Recreation Director and Frank M. Faulhaber as Police Sergeant; authorizing a state contract purchase for the Gas Pump Security Project; and authorizing engineering services for the Glenwood Trail Sewer & Pavement Improvement Project. The Committee of the Whole convened an executive session for pending litigation, economic development, and real estate matters.

• Approved $1,000 increase to blanket PO for Service Garage Trench Drain Repair (unanimous)
• Approved $1,200 increase to blanket PO for Booville Halloween Event (unanimous)
• Approved $68,500 increase to electric accounts PO, plus $30,000 for Lands & Buildings, $500 for Dispatch, $38,000 for Community Center (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 increase to natural gas accounts PO (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 increase to Taekwondo Instructors PO (unanimous)
• Recommended ordinance amending payroll to add full-time receptionist (unanimous)
• Recommended resolution appointing Rachele Engle as Recreation Director (unanimous)
• Recommended resolution promoting Frank M. Faulhaber to Police Sergeant (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions for appointing a new Director of Recreation and a Police Sergeant. The council will also review an ordinance to purchase two new fuel island terminals from Collins Equipment Corp. Additionally, members will discuss amendments to the employee compensation ordinance.

• Appointment of Rachele Fitz Engle as Director of Recreation
• Promotion of Frank M. Faulhaber to Police Sergeant
• Purchase of two Petrovend PV200 Fuel Island terminals from Collins Equipment Corp
• Amendment to Ordinance No. 5430 regarding employee compensation

Council approved final plans for DiGeronimo Companies' residential PDA Phase 1 public street and lot split, and the multifamily building at Valor Acres, both subject to city engineer and law director approval. It also confirmed Rachele Kay Fitz Engle as Recreation Director and promoted Frank M. Faulhaber to Police Sergeant, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. Several ordinances and purchase order increases were approved, including fuel terminals, employee compensation amendments, and various finance items.

• Approved Resolution 5191 confirming Rachele Kay Fitz Engle as Recreation Director (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5192 promoting Frank M. Faulhaber to Police Sergeant (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5453 purchasing two Petrovend PV200 fuel terminals via State of Ohio program (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5454 amending employee compensation (7-0)
• Approved BZA variances for 10420 Spring Hill Dr., 8060 Long Forest Dr., and 8460 Brecksville Rd. (7-0 each)
• Approved final PDA Phase 1 public street and lot split for DiGeronimo Companies (7-0)
• Approved final PDA multifamily building for DiGeronimo Companies (7-0)
• Approved $106,750 engineering services for Glenwood Trail Sewer & Pavement project (7-0)

Board of Design and Construction Review

The Board of Design and Construction Review will meet to review a design for a new single-family dwelling at 8035 Pershing Drive. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the July 19, 2021, public hearing.

• Review of new single-family dwelling design at 8035 Pershing Drive (PP# 601-07-028)
• Approval of Public Hearing Minutes from July 19, 2021

The Board of Design and Construction Review voted unanimously to approve the proposed home at 8035 Pershing Dr. and forward it to Brecksville City Council for final review. The decision followed a public hearing with objections from neighbors about the home's size, drainage, and impact on the neighborhood. The board found the plan met all required setbacks and engineering approvals.

• Approved 8035 Pershing Dr. home plan and forwarded to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing minutes of July 19, 2021
• Noted Planning Commission approval for front yard setback and BZA review for sidewalk variance

Telecommunications Commission

The meeting consists of routine business items, including the approval of September 15, 2021 minutes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding customer complaints and franchise fees.

• Approval of September 15, 2021 minutes
• Customer complaints
• Franchise fees

The Telecommunications Commission approved the minutes from September 15, 2021, and approved franchise fees, which are down about 8% from last year. The commission also discussed customer complaints, including fiber optics availability and low-hanging wires, and noted that Charter Communications completed wire repairs on October 21. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included open discussion about council changes and local developments.

• Approved minutes from September 15, 2021 meeting
• Approved franchise fees (down 8% from last year)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three appeals regarding property setbacks and driveway requirements. The meeting also includes the approval of the 2022 meeting calendar and minutes from the October 11, 2021, meeting.

• Variance for garage expansion at 10420 Spring Hill Drive
• Variance for generator placement at 8060 Long Forest Drive
• Variance for side yard setback and driveway requirements at 8460 Brecksville Road
• Approval of the 2022 Board of Zoning Appeals Calendar

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted to recommend City Council approval for three variances: a side-yard setback reduction for a garage expansion at 10420 Spring Hill Drive, a generator placement variance at 8060 Long Forest Drive, and a setback reduction plus driveway surface waiver for a detached garage at 8460 Brecksville Road. All three recommendations passed, with the third passing 6-1. The board also approved its October meeting minutes and 2022 calendar.

• Recommended approval of 18.5 ft. side-yard setback variance for garage expansion at 10420 Spring Hill Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval of generator placement variance at 8060 Long Forest Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 5 ft. setback and driveway surface variances for detached garage at 8460 Brecksville Road (6-1)
• Approved October 11, 2021 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Board of Zoning Appeals calendar (7-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from October 11, 2021. The body will also conduct elections for board directors and officers, including nominations for President, Vice President, and Treasurer.

• Approval of October 11, 2021 minutes
• Election of Board of Directors and Officers
• Nominations for President, Vice President, and Treasurer
• Appointment of Recording Secretary

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation held a brief meeting and unanimously approved the prior meeting's minutes. The board then elected its officers for the coming term: Garito as President, Redinger as Vice President, and Starosta as Treasurer, all by unanimous vote. T. Tabor was appointed Recording Secretary. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes of 10-11-2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Garito as President (unanimous)
• Elected Redinger as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Starosta as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Appointed T. Tabor as Recording Secretary (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss several property and development items. Discussions include lot consolidation at 11703 Chippewa Rd. and solar panel installation at 6555 Summer Wind Dr. The commission will also review DiGeronimo Companies residential development plans for the area north of Miller Rd.

• Lot consolidation and front yard setback at 11703 Chippewa Rd.
• Solar panels for Faddoul at 6555 Summer Wind Dr.
• DiGeronimo Companies Residential PDA Phase 1 of Public Street
• DiGeronimo Companies Residential PDA Valor Acres Multifamily

The Brecksville Planning Commission recommended final approval to City Council for DiGeronimo Companies' Valor Acres development, covering Phase 1 of the public street and lot split, and the multifamily building. Both recommendations passed 5-2, with Michael Bandsuh and Dominic Sciria voting no. The approvals are subject to review by the City Engineer, Law Director, and City Council, and exclude lighting and building facade details, which will be addressed later. The commission also scheduled public hearings for December 9, 2021, on a front yard setback for 11703 Chippewa Road and a solar panel system at 6555 Summer Wind Drive.

• Approved minutes from October 28, 2021 public hearings and meetings (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled public hearing for Dec 9, 2021 on 80-ft front yard setback at 11703 Chippewa Road (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Dec 9, 2021 on solar panel system at 6555 Summer Wind Drive (7-0)
• Recommended final approval of Phase 1 public street and lot split for Valor Acres (5-2)
• Recommended final approval of Valor Acres multifamily building (5-2)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will consider several contract recommendations for engineering services and software maintenance. The agenda also includes discussions regarding property acquisitions and sanitary sewer projects.

• $15,800 agreement with Makovich & Pusti Architects, Inc. for garage and canopy services
• $6,150 contract for IP Flex phone system maintenance
• $5,000 increase for concrete materials for sidewalk repairs
• NEORSD Community Cost Share Agreement for Crinkleroot Property Acquisition
• Public meeting discussion regarding Chippewa Road & Calvin Dr. Sanitary Sewer Project

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Utilities, and other committees met and recommended several items to full Council, including a $1.1M NEORSD grant for the Glenwood Trail sewer project, a $15,800 architectural services contract for a new garage, and a $5,000 increase to a concrete materials purchase order. All votes were unanimous. The committees also approved routine minutes and professional bill payments.

• Recommended approval of $1.1M NEORSD grant for Glenwood Trail sewer work (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $15,800 contract with Makovich & Pusti Architects for garage/canopy design (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $5,000 increase to concrete materials purchase order (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $3,680 Mayor's Court software maintenance renewal (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $6,150 IP Flex phone system maintenance contract (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of appropriations ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annual audit services arrangement with Ohio Auditor of State (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $54,465.58 in professional bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider resolutions regarding property acquisitions and infrastructure projects. This includes entering into cost-sharing agreements with the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District for Crinkleroot Property and Glenwood Trail. The council will also review an agreement for architectural services and budget appropriations.

• Resolution for Crinkleroot Property Acquisition via a cost-sharing agreement with Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
• Agreement with Makovich & Pusti Architects, Inc. for $15,800.00 for engineering services
• Glenwood Trail Improvement Project grant agreement with Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
• Resolution to authorize an audit of the city's 2021 financial statements
• Ordinance to amend appropriations for city expenses through December 31, 2021

The Brecksville City Council unanimously approved four resolutions: a cost-sharing agreement with NEORSD for the Crinkleroot Property Acquisition, an audit arrangement with the Auditor of State, architectural services for the Maintenance Garage project, and a grant agreement for the Glenwood Trail Improvement Project. Council also approved several purchase orders and a public meeting for the Chippewa Road/Calvin Drive sewer project.

• Approved Resolution 5187 authorizing NEORSD cost-sharing for Crinkleroot Property Acquisition (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5188 for Auditor of State audit arrangement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5189 for Makovich & Pusti Architects for Maintenance Garage project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5190 for NEORSD grant for Glenwood Trail Improvement (7-0)
• Scheduled public meeting Nov 17 for Chippewa Road/Calvin Drive sewer project (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 increase to Blanket Purchase Order for concrete materials (7-0)
• Approved $2,100 increase to P.O. for Donald G. Bohning & Assoc. for Highland Drive building (7-0)
• Approved Mayor's Court software maintenance $3,680 and IP Flex phone maintenance $6,150 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments and land use permits. The agenda includes a front yard setback change for Snowville Road and a rezoning request for Highland Drive.

• Rezoning 8997 Highland Dr. from R-8 Single Family to C-F Community Facilities
• Conditional use permit request for The Sherwin Williams Company at 6701 Miller Rd.
• Front yard setback establishment of 408.3’ for 8819 Snowville Rd.
• Verizon Wireless antenna modifications at 8015 Brecksville Rd.
• Tide Cleaners conditional use permit for 10303 Brecksville Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission held public hearings and a regular meeting, unanimously recommending to City Council a 408.3-foot front yard setback for a new home at 8819 Snowville Road, rezoning 8997 Highland Drive from R-8 to C-F, and a conditional use permit for Sherwin Williams' Industrial Park PDA. They also approved a sign for Beyond Juicery & Eatery, waived a public hearing for Verizon antenna modifications, and scheduled a December 9 public hearing for Tide Cleaners' conditional use permit.

• Recommended 408.3-ft front yard setback at 8819 Snowville Rd (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning 8997 Highland Dr from R-8 to C-F (5-0)
• Recommended conditional use permit for Sherwin Williams Industrial PDA (5-0)
• Approved illuminated rear wall sign for Beyond Juicery & Eatery (5-0)
• Waived public hearing for Verizon antenna modifications (5-0)
• Recommended Verizon antenna modifications at CVCC Tower (5-0)
• Scheduled Dec 9 public hearing for Tide Cleaners conditional use permit (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission schedule (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Brecksville Recreation Commission met on October 25, 2021, and approved the September 27, 2021 minutes as written. The meeting included reports from the Council Representative, Athletic, Aquatic, and CVYO departments, but no formal motions or votes were taken on new business. The commission discussed youth basketball registration shortfalls and lifeguard shortages.

• Approved September 27, 2021 minutes as written (motion by Kern, second by Firestone)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission meeting originally scheduled for October 21, 2021, has been moved to October 28, 2021. The provided text contains only this rescheduling notice.

• Meeting rescheduled from October 21 to October 28, 2021

City Council Committees

The committees will review proposals to update municipality-wide speed limits and enter into agreements with the Cuyahoga County Board of Health. The agenda also includes recommendations for several equipment purchases for the Fire Department and Community Center.

• Ordinance to update Section 333.03 of the Traffic Code regarding speed limits
• $60,000 for Bradley Lenox Lockers at the Brecksville Community Center
• $17,734.92 for Fire Department rope and water rescue equipment
• $11,402.04 for snow plow blades and curb guards
• Property acquisition for future stormwater improvement projects

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and recommended multiple items to full Council. These included a $60,000 locker purchase for the Community Center, acceptance of employee health, dental, and life insurance proposals, a property purchase for storm water projects, and various equipment purchases. All recommendations passed unanimously in their respective committees, with one abstention on Finance Committee minutes.

• Recommended $60,000 GSA purchase of Bradley Lenox lockers for Women's Locker Rooms (3-0)
• Recommended $3,492 purchase requisition to Air Control Products for partition wall repair (3-0)
• Recommended $2,140 increase to I.A. Lewin P.E. for wall inspection project (3-0)
• Recommended $6,580 blanket purchase for grease trap pipe replacement (3-0)
• Recommended $9,646.76 blanket purchase for Panic Alarm Project (3-0)
• Recommended retaining Auditor of State Local Government Services (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Medical Mutual of Ohio healthcare proposal (3-0)
• Recommended $17,734.92 purchase of rope and water rescue equipment (3-0)

City Council

The council will review ordinances to update municipal speed limits and retain auditor services for financial reports. The agenda also includes agreements for public health services and employee insurance programs.

• Updating Section 333.03 of the Traffic Code regarding speed limits
• Agreement with Cuyahoga County Board of Health for 2022 public health services
• Purchase of 115 lockers for the Brecksville Community Center Aquatic Center
• Modification to the Miller Rd & I-77 Interchange proposal
• Request for road maintenance reimbursement from Cuyahoga County

The Brecksville City Council passed 10 ordinances and 3 zoning appeals, all with 7-0 votes except two appeals that passed 6-1. The ordinances included updates to speed limits, contracts for employee insurance, and a property purchase. The zoning appeals allowed variances for a shed, a driveway, and a garage.

• Approved Resolution 5185 for Cuyahoga County road maintenance reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5186 accepting Euthenics, Inc. proposal modification for Miller Rd./I77 Interchange (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5442 updating speed limits throughout the municipality (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5443 retaining Auditor of State's Office for 2021 financial reports (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5444 authorizing nondisclosure agreement with MetroHealth System for ET3 Program (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5445 agreement with Cuyahoga County Board of Health for 2022 public health services (7-0)
• Approved Ordinances 5446-5449 for employee healthcare, dental, life insurance, and flexible spending account contracts (7-0 each)
• Approved Ordinance 5450 purchasing 115 aquatic center lockers from RepSource LLC (7-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation will consider engaging Rea & Associates for financial statement preparation and IRS Form 990 filings. The agenda also includes a review of an insurance proposal and an update on the state audit.

• Approval of May 24, 2021 minutes
• Authorization of engagement letter with Rea & Associates for financial services
• Review of Commercial General Liability and Directors & Officers Liability Insurance Proposal
• Update on Audit Services by the Ohio Auditor of State

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation approved an engagement letter with Rea & Associates for financial statement preparation and IRS Form 990 services for 2021-2023, and accepted a commercial general liability and directors & officers liability insurance proposal. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also noted that the Ohio Auditor of State will perform the audit, with completion expected by late October, and scheduled the annual meeting for November 4, 2021.

• Approved engagement letter with Rea & Associates for financial services (unanimous)
• Approved commercial general liability and D&O insurance proposal (unanimous)
• Noted audit by Ohio Auditor of State, completion expected late October
• Scheduled annual meeting for November 4, 2021 at 5:30 PM

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is scheduled to hold public hearings and a regular meeting regarding several zoning variances. These requests involve changes to building sizes, setbacks, and structure locations for properties on Riverview Road, Miller Road, Brecksville Road, and Highland Drive.

• Variance for shed size and front yard placement at 8700 Riverview Road
• Variances for garage size, height, and driveway setback at 5995 Miller Road
• Setback variances for a playset and wood pile at 7960 Brecksville Road
• Variance for detached garage size at 8997 Highland Drive

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted on four variance appeals. It recommended approval for a shed variance at 8700 Riverview Road (6-1), approved a garage size and setback variance at 5995 Miller Road (7-0) but denied the height variance (0-7), denied a playset and wood pile variance at 7960 Brecksville Road (0-7), and recommended approval for a City-owned garage variance at 8997 Highland Drive (6-0, 1 abstention).

• Recommended approval of shed size and front yard variances at 8700 Riverview Road (6-1)
• Approved garage size and driveway setback variances at 5995 Miller Road (7-0)
• Denied garage height variance at 5995 Miller Road (0-7)
• Denied playset and wood pile variances at 7960 Brecksville Road (0-7)
• Recommended approval of City garage variance at 8997 Highland Drive (6-0, 1 abstention)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for Modern Yoga. The meeting also includes a work session to discuss rezoning, setbacks, and lot changes for several local properties.

• Public hearing for Modern Yoga conditional use permit (10010 Brecksville Rd or 6910 Treeline Dr)
• Sign requests for WCRF Radio, Heritage Collectables, and Fogg Brecksville Building One and Two
• Work session on American Legion Hall addition at 7400 Chippewa Rd
• Lot consolidation and split discussion for Valor Acres Site
• Rezoning discussion for 8997 Highland Dr

The Brecksville Planning Commission held a public hearing and work session, then voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of a conditional use permit for Modern Yoga at either 10010 Brecksville Road or 6910 Treeline Drive. The commission also approved several sign permits, recommended approval of an American Legion Hall addition, and set public hearings for an October 28 meeting on a front yard setback, a rezoning, and a Sherwin Williams conditional use permit.

• Recommended approval of Modern Yoga conditional use permit (6-0)
• Approved WCRF Radio ground sign with two deviations (6-0)
• Approved Heritage Collectables wall sign (6-0)
• Approved Fogg Brecksville Building One real estate sign with deviations, contingent on Council (6-0)
• Approved Fogg Brecksville Building Two real estate sign with deviations, contingent on Council (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary and final approval of American Legion Hall 105 sq ft addition (6-0)
• Set public hearing for Oct 28 on Rizk/Agaiby front yard setback (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary and final approval of Valor Acres lot consolidation and split (5-1)

City Council Committees

The Brecksville City Council Committees are reviewing several recommendations for Council approval. These include personnel appointments for a police lieutenant and building inspector, as well as various infrastructure and maintenance projects. The committees will also consider funding for Christmas fireworks and software maintenance.

• Appointment of Craig S. Mares as Police Lieutenant
• $16,500 purchase requisition for Christmas Fireworks
• $50,000 project for Vehicle Storage Building and Brine Tank repairs
• $3,922.49 for replacement drinking fountains at the Community Center
• Appointment of Martin Kelly as Building Inspector

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and recommended several items to full Council, including a $2,650 increase for wall inspection, a bid award to WR Restoration for the Community Center wall project, a $16,500 Christmas fireworks display, and a $22,122.30 software maintenance contract. The Legislation Committee recommended appointing Martin Kelly as Building Inspector and Craig S. Mares as Police Lieutenant. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved $2,650 increase to PO #P210329 for I.A. Lewin P.E. and Associates (3-0)
• Approved bid of WR Restoration for Community Center Wall Inspection & Restoration (3-0)
• Approved application for 2021 Urban Canopy Restoration Grant (3-0)
• Approved $3,922.49 purchase requisition to Kully Supply for drinking fountains (3-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Vehicle Storage Building, Brine Tank & Storm Connections (3-0)
• Approved $16,500 purchase requisition to American Fireworks for Christmas fireworks (3-0)
• Approved $22,122.30 software maintenance to Superion, LLC (3-0)
• Approved resolution appointing Craig S. Mares as Police Lieutenant (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider appointing a new Building Inspector and Police Lieutenant. The agenda also includes authorizing materials for vehicle storage building repairs and accepting a bid for the Community Center wall project. Additionally, the council will review an application for an urban canopy restoration grant.

• Appointment of Martin Kelly as Building Inspector
• Appointment of Craig S. Mares as Police Lieutenant
• Purchase of lumber and materials for vehicle storage building repairs
• Application for 2021 Urban Canopy Restoration Grant
• Bid acceptance from WR Restoration for Community Center wall project

Council unanimously approved resolutions appointing Martin Kelly as Building Inspector and Craig S. Mares as Police Lieutenant, with oaths administered. It also passed resolutions for a lumber purchase for brine tank and vehicle storage building repairs, a grant application for urban canopy restoration, a building code amendment for hearing notice, and a contract for the Community Center wall inspection and restoration. Several purchase requisitions and professional bills were approved.

• Appointed Martin Kelly as Building Inspector (7-0)
• Appointed Craig S. Mares as Police Lieutenant (7-0)
• Approved lumber package purchase for brine tank and vehicle storage building repairs (7-0)
• Authorized application for 2021 Urban Canopy Restoration Grant (7-0)
• Amended Building Code Section 1327.11 to require 15 days written notice of hearing (7-0)
• Accepted WR Restoration bid for Community Center Wall Inspection and Restoration Project (7-0)
• Approved $3,600 for 16 polygraph tests for police candidates (7-0)
• Approved $16,500 for Christmas fireworks display (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold an open discussion regarding the future development of the Central School Property. The meeting includes a presentation of design concepts considered by the City and recommendations for next steps to move the project forward.

• Presentation of design concepts for the Central School Property
• Discussion of recommendations for next steps in the development project

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved the August 23, 2021 minutes as written. The meeting included reports on the upcoming Recreation Director, potential tennis court lights, field house construction timeline, and a City Council-approved purchase of $19,955 in fitness equipment. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were informational or pending discussion.

• Approved August 23, 2021 meeting minutes as written

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review minutes from September 9, 2021, and hear reports from city officials. A work session is scheduled to discuss the DiGeronimo Companies Brecksville Rd. Residential Planned Development Area.

• DiGeronimo Companies Brecksville Rd. Residential Planned Development Area - Valor Acres Site
• Approval of September 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Reports from the Mayor and City Engineer

The Planning Commission held a work session to review the Valor Acres residential planned development, but took no formal action. The developer, DiGeronimo Companies, presented updated plans for a five-story apartment building and discussed deficiencies identified by the City Engineer. The Commission provided feedback, particularly on the building's massive white appearance, and the developer agreed to address the requested refinements.

• Approved regular meeting minutes of September 9, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved work session minutes of September 9, 2021 (6-0)
• No action taken on Valor Acres; plan review continued

City Council Committees

The City Council committees are reviewing several recommendations for municipal expenditures and agreements. Proposals include purchasing 114 trees, acquiring new police body armor, and approving ammunition contracts. The committees will also discuss watermain easements and sign regulation amendments.

• $19,093.00 for the purchase of 114 new and replacement trees
• $19,732.75 for annual ammunition purchases
• $14,056.00 for police body armor
• Amendment to Chapter 1187 Sign Regulations
• Real estate agreement between the City and ODOT

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and recommended several items to full Council, including purchases for bleacher pads, trees, fitness equipment, police gear, and ammunition, as well as agreements for engineering services, easements, and a settlement with CertainTeed. The Finance Committee tabled its minutes from September 7, 2021. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to Council.

• Recommended $9,875 for bleacher replacement pads (3-0)
• Recommended $19,093 for 114 new/replacement trees (3-0)
• Recommended architectural/engineering services for garage study (3-0)
• Recommended release with CertainTeed for fire station roof claim (3-0)
• Recommended $19,955 for fitness equipment (2-0)
• Recommended $14,056 for police body armor (3-0)
• Recommended $19,732.75 for ammunition (3-0)
• Tabled Finance Committee minutes from 9-7-2021 (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding sign regulations, engineering rates, and ammunition purchases for the Police Department. The agenda also includes discussions on water main easements and a maintenance garage project.

• Ordinance to update Chapter 1187 Sign Regulations
• New rate schedule for Donald G. Bohning & Associates and Gerald M. Wise
• Economic development agreement with the State of Ohio and Department of Transportation
• Ammunition purchase for the Police Department
• Architectural engineering services proposal for the Brecksville Maintenance Garage Project

The Brecksville City Council approved all legislation on the agenda, including ordinances for appropriations, sign code updates, engineer retainer rates, police ammunition, and equipment disposal, as well as resolutions for architectural services, fund transfers, easements, and a claim release. All votes were 6-0, with one abstention on the minutes approval. The council also approved several zoning appeals and committee purchase recommendations.

• Approved minutes of Sept 7, 2021 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Passed Ordinance 5432 appropriations adjustments (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5433 sign code update (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5434 engineer retainer rate schedule (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5435 Jobs and Commerce funding agreement (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5436 police ammunition purchase (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5437 IT equipment destruction (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5438 salt spreader recycle (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss and review the Police Sergeant exam and the Police Officer entrance exam administered by Ramsey & Associates, Inc. The commission will also consider approving minutes from August 16, 2021.

• Review of Police Sergeant exam administered by Ramsey & Associates, Inc.
• Review of Police Officer entrance exam administered by Ramsey & Associates, Inc.
• Approval of August 16, 2021 minutes

The commission approved the August 16, 2021 minutes and certified the Police Sergeant list based on exam results from Pat Ramsey & Associates, Inc. It also reviewed the Police Officer Entrance Exam, waived an expired agility certificate for one candidate, and approved sending all 16 candidates to polygraph testing.

• Approved August 16, 2021 minutes (motion by Barcon, second by Ganim)
• Certified Police Sergeant list (motion by Barcon, second by Ganim)
• Waived expired agility certificate for one police officer candidate (motion by Barcon, second by Ganim)
• Approved sending all 16 candidates to polygraph testing (motion by Ganim, second by Barcon)

Telecommunications Commission

The Telecommunications Commission will meet to approve the April 26, 2021, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes items regarding customer complaints and franchise fees.

• Approval of April 26, 2021, meeting minutes
• Customer complaints
• Franchise fees

The Brecksville Telecommunications Commission approved the minutes from the April 26, 2021 meeting and approved franchise fees, which are down about 8% from last year. The commission also directed the secretary to contact Charter Communications about low-hanging wires and to follow up with a resident about fiber optics. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 26, 2021 meeting
• Approved franchise fees (down ~8% from last year)
• Directed secretary to contact Charter Communications about low-hanging wires at Edgerton and Highland Dr.
• Directed secretary to follow up with Myrah Ward about John Tytko's fiber optics inquiry

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several appeals regarding residential property setbacks, utility placements, and structure sizes. The meeting also includes public hearings for various zoning variances.

• Variance for detached garage size increase at 8997 Highland Drive
• Variance for rear yard addition setbacks at 10946 Tanager Trail
• Variance for chicken coop placement at 7535 Bristol Lane
• Variance for trailer length and parking at 8691 Riverview Road
• Variance for driveway width and setbacks at 8524 Wiese Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a chicken coop at 7535 Bristol Lane, allowing it to be 30 ft. from the side lot line and 29.5 ft. from the rear lot line instead of the required 40 ft. It also recommended approval to City Council for variances at 10946 Tanager Trail and 8524 Wiese Road. Two appeals were withdrawn: one for a city garage at 8997 Highland Drive and one for an RV at 8691 Riverview Road.

• Approved variance for chicken coop at 7535 Bristol Lane (Appeal 2021-35) with unanimous vote.
• Recommended approval to City Council for rear yard addition variances at 10946 Tanager Trail (Appeal 2021-36) with one nay.
• Recommended approval to City Council for four variances at 8524 Wiese Road (Appeal 2021-40) with unanimous vote.
• Withdrew appeal for city garage variance at 8997 Highland Drive (Appeal 2021-38) after public objections.
• Withdrew appeal for RV parking variances at 8691 Riverview Road (Appeal 2021-39) after neighbor objections.
• Approved minutes of August 9, 2021 regular meeting with two abstentions.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review minutes from August 26, 2021, and hear reports from the Mayor and City Engineer. The work session includes discussions regarding sign regulations and a conditional use permit for Modern Yoga.

• Sign request for Marc's at 7510 Chippewa Rd.
• Conditional use request for Modern Yoga at 10010 Brecksville Rd. or 6910 Treeline Dr.
• Proposed revisions to Section 1187, Brecksville Sign Regulations

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved a wall sign for Marc's at 7510 Chippewa Road with deviations, recommended revisions to the city's sign regulations to City Council, and scheduled a public hearing for a conditional use permit for Modern Yoga. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Marc's wall sign (28.61 sq ft) with deviations for sign count and size (7-0)
• Recommended revisions to Section 1187 sign regulations to City Council (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Modern Yoga conditional use permit on Oct 7, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from Aug 26, 2021 public hearing, regular meeting, and work session (7-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will review several items including funding for Public Square Bandstand repairs and the installation of two traffic cameras. The Finance Committee will also consider budget increases for tennis programs and day camp transportation.

• $24,913.46 for Public Square Bandstand repair materials
• $11,750.00 for two traffic cameras at Brecksville Road and City Hall entrance
• Appointment of Joseph Dwyer as Tree Warden
• $276.73 increase for Center Court Tennis Club contract
• $798.29 increase for Day Camp Transportation

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and approved routine items, including a $24,913.46 bandstand repair requisition and a $11,750 traffic camera purchase. The Legislation Committee authorized drafting code amendments to address repeated code violations (with a 10-day notice and 365-day repeat window) and to increase speeding penalties. The Committee of the Whole held an executive session on engineering fees for the 2022-2023 budget.

• Approved $24,913.46 blanket purchase requisition for Public Square Bandstand repairs (2-0)
• Approved resolution to rescind Resolution 5160 regarding school district lease (2-0)
• Approved request for tax advances from County Fiscal Officer (2-0)
• Approved 2022 tax rates as determined by Budget Commission (2-0)
• Approved $276.73 increase to Center Court Tennis Club purchase order (2-0)
• Approved $798.29 increase to Day Camp Transportation blanket purchase order (2-0)
• Authorized drafting code amendments for repeat violations and speeding penalties (2-0)
• Approved $11,750 purchase requisition for two traffic cameras (3-0)

City Council

The council will consider resolutions regarding budget tax rates and the appointment of a Tree Warden. The agenda also includes seeking funding for Miller Road pavement replacement and reviewing an appraisal proposal for the Miller Road interchange.

• Appointment of Joseph Dwyer as Tree Warden
• Acceptance of budget tax rates determined by the Budget Commission
• Seeking OPWC funds for the Miller Road Pavement Replacement Project
• Appraisal review services proposal from Charles P. Braman & Co. Inc.
• Repeal of Resolution 5160 regarding a lease agreement with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District

Council approved the preliminary development plan for Sherwin Williams at 6701 Miller Road, including site layout, mass grading, building pads, and conditional use for M-D District and cafeteria. Also passed resolutions for tax levies, OPWC funding for Miller Road pavement, and an appraisal review contract. Approved purchases for traffic cameras, bandstand repairs, and various finance items.

• Approved Sherwin Williams preliminary development plan at 6701 Miller Road (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 5170 confirming Joseph Dwyer as Tree Warden (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 5171 certifying tax levies to Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 5172 requesting advance of tax levy proceeds (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 5173 authorizing OPWC funding request for Miller Road pavement (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 5174 accepting Charles P. Braman & Co. appraisal review proposal (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5175 repealing Resolution 5160 and authorizing lease amendment with BBHCSD (6-0)
• Approved $11,750 for two traffic cameras at Brecksville Road and City Hall (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary development plan for manufacturing facilities and a cafeteria at 6701 Miller Road. The commission will also review sign requests and approve minutes from August 5, 2021.

• Public hearing for The Sherwin Williams Company development plan
• Sign request for Beyond Juicery & Eatery at 8869 Brecksville Rd.
• Sign request for Hidden Canyon Subdivision (Hillsdale & Hidden Canyon Dr.)
• Approval of August 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The Brecksville Planning Commission held a public hearing and work session on Sherwin Williams' request for a preliminary development plan and conditional use permit for a new R&D facility on the Valor Acres property. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the preliminary plan, including site layout, mass grading, building pads, construction trailer locations, and temporary fencing, contingent on approval from the City Engineer, City Arborist, and City Council. The Commission also approved two sign permits for local businesses.

• Recommended preliminary development plan approval for Sherwin Williams R&D facility (unanimous)
• Approved wall sign for Beyond Juicery & Eatery (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision entrance sign for Hidden Canyon HOA (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 5, 2021 regular and work session meetings (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The commission will receive updates on pools, concessions, and seasonal programs. Discussions include planning for the Field House opening next spring and the Nature Works Grant for Stadium Drive.

• Oath of office for Nicholas Hanna
• Field House progress and spring opening plans
• Stadium Drive Nature Works Grant update
• RecTrac/WebTrac upgrade update
• Fitness Center equipment and usage needs

The Brecksville Recreation Commission met on August 23, 2021, and approved the April 26, 2021 minutes. Mayor Hruby administered the Oath of Office to Nick Hanna, and Andie Lazardis was sworn in at City Council on August 3, filling vacancies. The meeting included reports on the Aquatic Center, memberships, fitness, athletic programs, and the upcoming Field House at Blossom. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved April 26, 2021 minutes (motion by Redinger, second by Kern)
• Administered Oath of Office to Nick Hanna
• Noted Andie Lazardis sworn in at City Council on August 3, 2021

City Council Committees

Brecksville City Council committees will meet to review several municipal items. The meeting includes consideration of a recommendation to reject developer proposals for the Central School Property and a resolution regarding the OneOhio opioid settlement. Finance Committee members will also discuss budget increases for soccer supplies and sales tax payments.

• Motion to recommend rejecting developer proposals for Central School Property
• $8,725.00 for concrete repair at Vehicle Storage Building
• $1,000.00 increase for soccer supplies purchase order
• $5,100.00 increase for Sales Tax Payable account
• Resolution to adopt the OneOhio Memorandum of Understanding

The Buildings & Grounds Committee recommended rejecting the two proposals received for the Central School property redevelopment, allowing the city to reopen the process and seek new developers. The committee also recommended approving a $8,725 blanket purchase for concrete repairs. Other committees recommended approving various financial items, including a $1,000 increase for soccer supplies, a $5,100 increase for sales tax payable, an appropriation ordinance amendment, a resolution to adopt the OneOhio opioid settlement, and a $947,477 proposal for the Miller Rd/I-77 interchange design.

• Recommended rejecting Central School developer proposals (3-0)
• Approved $8,725 blanket purchase for vehicle storage building concrete repair (3-0)
• Approved $1,000 increase to soccer supplies blanket purchase order (3-0)
• Approved $5,100 increase to sales tax payable blanket purchase order (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance amending appropriations for Miller Rd/I-77 project (3-0)
• Recommended resolution to adopt OneOhio opioid settlement MOU (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Euthenics proposal for Miller Rd/I-77 Stage 2 design, $947,477 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding the OneOhio Memorandum of Understanding and National Opioid Settlement Agreement. The council will also review a proposal for the Miller Road/I77 Interchange project and an ordinance to adjust city appropriations for 2021.

• Resolution to adopt the OneOhio Memorandum of Understanding and settlement terms
• Proposal from Euthenics, Inc. for the Miller Road/I77 Interchange ODOT Stage 2
• Ordinance to amend appropriations for City expenses through December 31, 2021
• Beautification Award Presentation

Council passed Resolution 5168 adopting the OneOhio Memorandum of Understanding and accepting the material terms of the OneOhio Subdivision Settlement pursuant to the July 21, 2021 National Opioid Settlement Agreement. Council also approved several other items including a contract with Euthenics, Inc. for the Miller Road/177 Interchange Stage 2 project, an appropriations amendment, and multiple zoning appeals and wireless facility plans.

• Adopted OneOhio MOU and accepted settlement terms (7-0)
• Accepted Euthenics, Inc. proposal for Miller Rd/177 Interchange Stage 2 (7-0)
• Amended appropriations for FY ending 12-31-2021 (7-0)
• Approved 4 zoning variances (7-0 each)
• Approved 4 wireless antenna plans (7-0 each)
• Approved new 2,266 sq ft city garage at 8997 Highland Dr (7-0)
• Rejected developer proposals for Central School Property (7-0)
• Approved $8,725 vehicle storage building drain repair (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Brecksville Civil Service Commission will discuss and review the Police Lieutenant exam administered by Ramsey & Associates, Inc. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting.

• Review of Police Lt. Exam administered by Ramsey & Associates, Inc.
• Approval of June 28, 2021 minutes

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from June 28, 2021, and certified the Fire Lieutenant and Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility lists. It also reviewed the Police Lieutenant Exam results and certified the Police Lieutenant list. All motions were approved unanimously by the two members present.

• Approved June 28, 2021 minutes (2-0)
• Certified Fire Lieutenant list (2-0)
• Certified Firefighter/Paramedic list (2-0)
• Certified Police Lieutenant list (2-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is scheduled to hold public hearings and a regular meeting on August 9, 2021. The agenda includes reviews of various appeals regarding setbacks, building sizes, and driveway extensions for properties throughout the city.

• Variance for a covered patio addition at 9013 Highland Drive
• Variance for a pool pavilion and shed at 5559 Ridgewood Lane
• Driveway extension variance at 9031 Stover Lane
• Chicken coop setback variance at 7535 Bristol Lane
• Front yard setback variance for a new dwelling at 8536 Wiese Road

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted to recommend approval of four variances to City Council: a covered patio addition at 9013 Highland Drive, a pool pavilion and shed at 5559 Ridgewood Lane, a driveway extension at 9031 Stover Lane, and a new home at 8536 Wiese Road. Two appeals were tabled until the September meeting: a chicken coop at 7535 Bristol Lane and a rear yard addition at 10946 Tanager Trail. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Recommended approval of 818 sq ft covered patio variance at 9013 Highland Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 712 sq ft pool pavilion and shed variance at 5559 Ridgewood Lane (5-0)
• Recommended approval of driveway setback variance at 9031 Stover Lane (5-0)
• Recommended approval of front yard setback variance for new home at 8536 Wiese Road (5-0)
• Tabled chicken coop variance at 7535 Bristol Lane until September
• Tabled rear yard addition variance at 10946 Tanager Trail until September
• Approved July 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve meeting minutes from June 24, 2021, and a sign request for Blue Habanero. During the work session, members will review several wireless antenna upgrades and a new garage project. The commission will also discuss the Sherwin Williams Co. development plan.

• Blue Habanero sign at 8934 Brecksville Rd.
• New garage for Brecksville Building Engineering at 8997 Highland Dr.
• Dish Wireless antenna revision at 8015 Brecksville Rd.
• T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 8015 Brecksville Rd.
• Sherwin Williams Co. development plan at 6701 Miller Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved several wireless antenna installations and upgrades, recommended them to City Council, and scheduled a public hearing for Sherwin Williams' proposed R&D center. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Blue Habanero sign permit (4-0)
• Waived public hearing for Dish Wireless antenna revision at 8015 Brecksville Rd (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Dish Wireless antenna revision at 8015 Brecksville Rd (5-0)
• Waived public hearing for T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 8015 Brecksville Rd (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 8015 Brecksville Rd (6-0)
• Waived public hearing for Dish Wireless antennas at 9001 Brecksville Rd (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Dish Wireless antennas at 9001 Brecksville Rd (6-0)
• Waived public hearing for Verizon antenna upgrade at 6896 W. Snowville Rd (6-0)

City Council Committees

The Buildings & Grounds Committee will consider repairs to the Police Station cupola and Community Center walls. The Finance Committee is reviewing temporary staffing rates and the use of American Rescue Plan funds. Additionally, the Committee of the amounts will consider several municipal appointments.

• $3,704.94 for Brecksville Police Station Cupola repairs
• $2,560.00 increase to purchase order for Community Center wall inspection
• Appointment of Sergio I DiGeronimo, Jr. as Fire Lieutenant
• Affirmation of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds usage
• Bid acceptance from Safe Staffing of Ohio for temporary general labor

City Council

The council will consider resolutions for municipal appointments and the affirmation of American Rescue Plan Act funding usage. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding pay rate increases for temporary labor and general employee compensation.

• Affirming use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for Local Fiscal Recovery Fund 212
• Increasing hourly pay rate for temporary general labor staffing
• Amending Ordinance No. 5421 regarding employee compensation
• Appointing Sergio I DiGeronimo, Jr. as Fire Lieutenant
• Appointments to the Recreation Commission and Design & Construction Review Board

Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including establishing a Local Fiscal Recovery Fund for American Rescue Plan Act funds, appointing Sergio DiGeronimo as Fire Lieutenant, and appointing citizens to boards. Also approved pay increases for temporary labor and employee compensation, plus various spending items.

• Approved Resolution 5163 promoting Sergio DiGeronimo to Fire Lieutenant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5164 appointing Andie Asimes Lazaridis to Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5165 appointing Nicholas A. Hanna to Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5166 appointing Josh Slaga to Design and Construction Review Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5167 creating Local Fiscal Recovery Fund for ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5429 increasing hourly pay for temporary general labor (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5430 amending employee compensation ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $3,704.94 for police station cupola repairs (5-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees are reviewing several municipal contracts and lease agreements. Items include fire protection maintenance, recycling center upgrades, and property leases at Blossom Hill. The committees will also discuss infrastructure updates and personnel appointments.

• Purchase of a $110,022.91 baler/conveyor system for the Recycle Center
• Appointment of Timothy V. Musat as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic
• $1,750 increase to Ehrlich Pest Control for citywide services
• Lease amendments for various buildings at the Blossom Hill property complex
• $2,700 increase for tennis instructors in the Recreation Department

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, Utilities, and Committee of the Whole meetings were held, with all recommendations passing unanimously. Key items include recommending approval of fire alarm and sprinkler maintenance contracts, a $110,022.91 baler/conveyor purchase, and several lease agreements. The Streets & Sidewalks committee discussed a $15.6 million estimate for the Tanager Trail slope failure repair and an OPWC funding application for the Miller Road project.

• Recommended fire alarm & sprinkler maintenance contract with Johnson Controls (3-0)
• Recommended fire alarm monitoring contract with Johnson Controls (3-0)
• Recommended $1,750 increase to pest control purchase order (3-0)
• Recommended lease amendments for Blossom Hill Building 6 and preschool co-op (3-0)
• Recommended lease agreements with South Suburban Montessori for Buildings 3 and 7 (3-0)
• Recommended appropriations ordinance amendment (3-0)
• Recommended $110,022.91 baler/conveyor purchase for recycle center (3-0)
• Recommended $5,082.74 emergency vehicle repair (3-0)

City Council

The council will consider several items including a liquor permit hearing and a new firefighter appointment. The agenda also includes lease amendments for Blossom Hill properties and authorizations for fire system maintenance and recycling equipment.

• Appointment of Timothy V. Musat as a Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic
• Liquor permit hearing for Blue Habanero at 8934 Brecksville Road
• Acceptance of the Roadwork Development Grant from Ohio Development Services Agency
• Lease amendments for properties in the Blossom Hill complex
• Purchase of fire alarm and sprinkler system maintenance from Johnson Controls

The Brecksville City Council unanimously approved all items on the July 20, 2021 agenda. This included resolutions to appoint a new firefighter, settle a sewer project dispute, contract for tennis lessons, amend leases, and accept a roadwork grant. The council also passed ordinances for appropriations, fire system maintenance, a baler purchase, and Montessori leases, plus approved four zoning variances and several purchase orders.

• Approved Resolution 5157 appointing Timothy V. Musat as full-time firefighter/paramedic.
• Approved Resolution 5158 authorizing a settlement agreement with Gregory and Amber Spencer for a landscape barrier.
• Approved Resolution 5159 authorizing a contract with Center Court Tennis Club for youth/adult tennis lessons.
• Approved Resolution 5160 amending a lease with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District for Building 6.
• Approved Resolution 5161 accepting a Roadwork Development Grant from the Ohio Development Services Agency.
• Approved Ordinance 5423 amending appropriations for fiscal year 2021.
• Approved Ordinances 5424 and 5425 for fire alarm and sprinkler maintenance and monitoring services.
• Approved Ordinances 5427 and 5428 for leases with South Suburban Montessori Association for Buildings 3 and 7.

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Board of Design and Construction Review will hold a public hearing to review a new single-family dwelling house design. This review is related to the issuance of a building permit for the property at 8035 Pershing Rd.

• Public hearing for single-family house design at 8035 Pershing Rd. (PP# 601-07-028)

The Board of Design and Construction Review held a public hearing on a proposed new home at 8035 Pershing Dr. but made no decision, agreeing to wait for engineering and site plan review before reconvening. Neighbors, including Elizabeth Klipfell of 8045 Pershing Dr., raised concerns about the home's size, tree loss, driveway access, and potential noise and light pollution. The applicant's team stated the project meets all city requirements and seeks no variances. The Board asked for the site plan and tree savings to be submitted for review, with another meeting to be scheduled afterward.

• Tabled decision on proposed home at 8035 Pershing Dr. pending engineering review
• Directed submission of site plan and tree savings for review by City Engineer and City Arborist
• Scheduled future meeting after review results are received
• Acknowledged no variances or encroachments are being requested by applicant

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct public hearings and a regular meeting regarding various property appeals. The agenda includes requests for setback adjustments, fence heights, and boat parking at multiple residential addresses.

• Boat parking variance at 10801 Tanager Trail
• Deck setback variance at 9167 Dogwood Road
• Fence height variance at 6753 Mill Road
• Setback variances for addition at 10946 Tanager Trail
• Garage setback variance at 9889 Seneca Court

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals voted on five appeals, recommending approval for four variances and denial for one. Approved were a deck setback at 9167 Dogwood Road, a fence height at 6753 Mill Road, a garage addition at 9889 Seneca Court, and a fence height at 6644 Hawthorne Drive. Denied was a rear-yard addition at 10946 Tanager Trail. The board also denied a previously tabled appeal to park a trailered boat at 10801 Tanager Trail.

• Approved variance for deck at 9167 Dogwood Road (rear yard setback 60 ft to 36 ft).
• Approved variance for 4 ft fence at 6753 Mill Road (max 3 ft allowed).
• Denied variance for rear-yard addition at 10946 Tanager Trail (setbacks 80 ft to 65 ft, side yards 30 ft to 18 ft 4 in).
• Approved variance for garage addition at 9889 Seneca Court (front yard setback 60 ft to 49.1 ft).
• Approved variance for 5 ft fence at 6644 Hawthorne Drive (max 4 ft allowed).
• Denied variance to park trailered boat at 10801 Tanager Trail (previously tabled).
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2021 regular meeting.

Planning Commission

There is no meeting scheduled for the Brecksville Planning Commission on July 08, 2021. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and a notice of cancellation.

City Council Committees

Brecksville City Council Committees will review motions recommending actions to the full Council. Discussions include police station design, liquor permit hearings for local businesses, and infrastructure repairs. The committees will also address utility projects and sewer agreements.

• $13,681.47 contract for police station design services with Perspectus Architecture
• Liquor permit hearings for Blue Habenero and Farinacci Pizza
• $10,978.00 for sidewalk replacement on the Blossom Hill property
• $6,049.60 for repairs to the Riverview Road retaining wall
• $8,000.00 increase for Human Services lunch program food purchases

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, Utilities, and Committee of the Whole meetings were held. Committees unanimously recommended several items to full Council, including approving $13,681.47 in reimbursable expenses to close the Perspectus Architecture police station design contract, accepting Karpinski Engineering's $15,800 proposal for Recycling Building HVAC improvements, and approving a $3,653.80 floor scrubber purchase. The Finance Committee recommended no hearing for two liquor permits and authorized registering with OMNIA Partners. The Utilities Committee recommended a $1,500 settlement for landscaping to replace a removed safety barrier. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $13,681.47 reimbursable expenses to close Perspectus Architecture police station design contract (3-0)
• Approved $15,800 Karpinski Engineering proposal for Recycling Building HVAC improvements (3-0)
• Approved $3,653.80 floor scrubber purchase from Home Depot Pro for Aquatics Center (3-0)
• Approved $10,978 blanket purchase requisition for Blossom Hill sidewalk replacement (3-0)
• Recommended no hearing for liquor permits for Blue Habenero and Farinacci Pizza (3-0)
• Authorized registering with OMNIA Partners purchasing organization (3-0)
• Approved $6,049.60 for Riverview Road retaining wall repairs and painting (3-0)
• Approved $1,500 for trees and shrubbery to replace safety barrier at Whitewood (3-0)

City Council

The council will consider liquor permit applications for two local businesses. The agenda also includes resolutions for engineering services, a new police cloud platform agreement, and sewer relocation.

• Liquor permits for Blue Habenero at 8934 Brecksville Road and Farinacci Pizza at 8189 Brecksville Road
• Engineering services proposal from Karpinski Engineering for Recycling Building HVAC improvements
• Master Services Agreement with Whelen Engineering Co. for Police Department cloud platform services
• Ordinance amending Section 145.13 regarding exempt employees
• Developer Agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC for sanitary trunk sewer relocation

The Brecksville City Council approved all items on its agenda, including resolutions for engineering services and OMNIA Partners registration, and ordinances for a Whelen Engineering agreement, administrative code amendments, employee compensation, and a developer agreement with DiGeronimo Development. The council also approved several spending requisitions, including for the Riverview Road retaining wall, snowplowing services, and a floor scrubber for the Aquatics Center.

• Approved Resolution 5155 for Karpinski Engineering services for the Recycling Building HVAC project.
• Approved Resolution 5156 to register with OMNIA Partners for purchasing.
• Approved Ordinance 5419 for a Master Services Agreement with Whelen Engineering for the Police Department.
• Approved Ordinance 5420 amending Section 145.13 of the Administrative Code.
• Approved Ordinance 5421 amending Ordinance 5417 regarding employee compensation.
• Approved Ordinance 5422 for a Developer Agreement with DiGeronimo Development, LLC.
• Approved a $6,049.60 requisition for Riverview Road retaining wall repairs.
• Approved a $10,978.00 requisition for sidewalk replacement on Blossom Hill property.

Civil Service Commission

The Brecksville Civil Service Commission will discuss and review the Fire Lieutenant exam conducted by Ramsey & Associates, Inc. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 27, 2021, meeting.

• Review of Fire Lt. Exam administered by Ramsey & Associates, Inc.
• Approval of April 27, 2021, meeting minutes

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting. It also approved special credits for the Police Officer Entrance Exam. The commission reviewed the Fire Lieutenant Exam results, administered by Pat Ramsey & Associates, Inc., and certified the Fire Lieutenant list. The meeting adjourned at 6:05 pm.

• Approved the April 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved special credits for the Police Officer Entrance Exam
• Certified the Fire Lieutenant list based on exam results
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:05 pm

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider sign applications for three local properties and review minutes from June 3, 2021. A work session is scheduled to discuss patio and facade changes at Blue Habanero and solar panels at Hitmar. The Cupkovic Architecture rezoning was withdrawn.

• Sign applications for 8131 Brecksville Rd., 6625 W. Snowville, and 8189 Brecksville Rd.
• Blue Habanero rear patio and front facade discussion (8934 Brecksville Rd.)
• Hitmar Solar Panels discussion (10801 Chippewa Rd.)

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved a 43-square-foot sign package for Farinacci Pizza at 8189 Brecksville Road, including five deviations from the sign code (height, placement, door signs, and walkway clearance), contingent on City Council approval. The commission also approved a new ground sign for Brecksville Church of God of Prophecy, a sign deviation for DV Flora, and recommended approval of Blue Habanero's rear patio and front façade renovation. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Farinacci Pizza motion.

• Approved Farinacci Pizza sign package (43 sq ft) with 5 deviations, contingent on City Council approval (6-0, Roman abstained)
• Approved Brecksville Church of God of Prophecy ground sign at 8131 Brecksville Road (7-0)
• Approved DV Flora sign with deviation for illuminated background, contingent on City Council approval (7-0)
• Recommended Blue Habanero rear patio and front façade renovation to City Council, contingent on engineer's concerns (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 3, 2021 public hearing, regular meeting, and work session (6-0, Payto abstained on each)

City Council Committees

The City Council Committees will review several items, including a $160,245 purchase of a Case 621G XR Wheel loader. Finance Committee members will also consider IT management agreements and payroll ordinance amendments. Additionally, the agenda includes environmental consulting for the Glen Forest Trail project.

• Purchase of a Case 621G XR Wheel loader for $160,245.00
• Replacement signage for Brecksville Postal Station costing $5,963.93
• IT management agreement with Chagrin Valley Dispatch Council
• Environmental consulting proposal for Glen Forest Trail project
• Retirement commendation for Police Officer James Rhodes Kickham

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Safety-Service, and Utilities committees met and unanimously recommended several items to full Council, including a $5,963.93 purchase for replacement post office signage, a $160,245.00 Case wheel loader, and various financial ordinances. The Legislation, Streets & Sidewalks, and Committee of the Whole meetings were largely procedural, with the latter also recommending a commendation for a retiring police officer and convening an executive session on pending litigation.

• Recommended $5,963.93 purchase requisition to Becker Signs for post office signage (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance amending appropriations for FY 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended resolution for fund transfers and advance return for FY 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended resolution adopting alternate format tax budget for 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance authorizing IT services agreement with Chagrin Valley Dispatch Council (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance amending employee compensation (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance amending Administrative Code Section 145.13 (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance authorizing purchase of Case 621G XR Wheel Loader for $160,245.00 (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances regarding city operations. This includes environmental consulting for a sewer project and an agreement for managed IT services. The council will also address budget adjustments, fund transfers, and employee compensation amendments.

• Environmental consulting proposal from Chagrin Valley Engineering, Ltd. for the Glen Forest sewer project
• IT management agreement with Chagrin Valley Dispatch Council
• Purchase of a Case 621G XR Wheel loader via the State of Ohio Department of Transportation
• Amendments to employee compensation and administrative code regarding exempted employees
• Adoption of the 2022 alternate format Tax Budget

Brecksville City Council unanimously approved several resolutions and ordinances, including the 2021 appropriations adjustments, the 2022 alternate format tax budget, and a contract with Chagrin Valley Dispatch Council for managed IT services. The council also authorized the purchase of a Case 621G XR wheel loader for the Service Department and approved a 60-foot front yard setback for a new home at 8035 Pershing Drive. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Resolution 5151 commending Police Officer James Rhodes Kickham on his retirement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5152 accepting Chagrin Valley Engineering's proposal for the Glen Forest Sanitary Trunk Sewer Erosion Project (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5416 making appropriations for 2021 current expenses (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5153 making fund transfers and returning an advance of funds for 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5154 adopting the alternate format Tax Budget for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5414 authorizing an agreement with Chagrin Valley Dispatch Council for managed IT services (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5415 authorizing purchase of a Case 621G XR wheel loader (7-0)
• Approved a $5,963.93 purchase requisition to Becker Signs for replacement signage at the Brecksville Postal Station (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review four appeals regarding residential zoning variances. These include requests for changes to driveway width, shed size, lot depth ratios, and boat parking rules.

• Driveway width increase from 20 ft to 29 ft at 10230 Woodview Way
• Shed size increase from 240 sq. ft. to 360 sq. ft. at 9054 Highland Drive
• Lot consolidation and depth ratio change at 6919 Hilton Road
• Boat parking variance at 10801 Tanager Trail

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted to recommend approval to City Council for three variances: a driveway width increase at 10230 Woodview Way (4-1), a shed size increase at 9054 Highland Drive (5-0), and a lot depth ratio variance at 6919 Hilton Road (5-0). The board tabled a fourth appeal regarding parking a trailered boat at 10801 Tanager Trail to consult with the Law Director on a possible temporary seasonal use.

• Recommended approval of driveway width variance to 29 ft at 10230 Woodview Way (4-1)
• Recommended approval of shed size variance to 360 sq ft at 9054 Highland Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of lot depth variance at 6919 Hilton Road (5-0)
• Tabled boat parking variance at 10801 Tanager Trail for Law Director review (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a requested 60-foot front yard setback for a new home at 8035 Pershing Dr. The agenda also includes signage for Firewood Spa and a rezoning request for 10909 Chippewa Rd.

• 60-foot front yard setback for a new residential home at 8035 Pershing Dr.
• Signage for Firewood Spa at 8931 Brecksville Rd.
• Rezoning for Cupkovic Architecture at 10909 Chippewa Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to recommend to City Council final approval of a 60-foot frontyard setback for a new home at 8035 Pershing Drive. The commission also approved a wall sign for Firewood Spa and scheduled a public hearing for a rezoning request at 10909 Chippewa Road. The setback recommendation is contingent on City Council approval.

• Recommended 60-foot frontyard setback for new home at 8035 Pershing Drive (5-0)
• Approved wall sign for Firewood Spa at 8931 Brecksville Road (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 24, 2021 on rezoning 10909 Chippewa Road from R-20 to O-B (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved work session minutes of May 20, 2021 (5-0)

City Council Committees

The committees will consider a salt supply contract recommendation and an ordinance for the Dog Jog event. The meeting also includes updates on sewer projects, grant applications, and sidewalk connectivity.

• Motion recommending approval of Compass Minerals America, Inc. for Sodium Chloride
• Ordinance recommendation for the Dog Jog event and animal shelter donations
• Engineer update on various grant and funding applications
• Update on Whitewood Aerial Sewer & Storm Sewer
• Authorization of monthly professional bills

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and approved minutes, with the Safety-Service Committee recommending acceptance of Compass Minerals America, Inc.'s bid for sodium chloride for 2021-2022, noting a $17.44 per ton savings. The Streets & Sidewalks Committee discussed sidewalk connectivity and grant updates, including a $600,000 Ohio 629 grant for Miller Road. No final Council decisions were made; all actions were committee recommendations.

• Approved Buildings & Grounds Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Dog Jog event ordinance to Council (3-0)
• Authorized payment of monthly Professional Bills (3-0)
• Approved Legislation Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved Safety-Service Committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Compass Minerals America, Inc. sodium chloride bid (3-0)
• Approved Streets & Sidewalks Committee minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider an ordinance for the Dog Jog event and donations to animal shelters. The council will also review a bid from Compass Minerals America, Inc. for sodium chloride supply.

• Ordinance authorizing the Dog Jog event and donations to animal shelters
• Bid acceptance for sodium chloride from Compass Minerals America, Inc.
• Approval of May 18, 2021, Council minutes

Council unanimously approved three ordinances: authorizing the Dog Jog event and fund donation, accepting Compass Minerals' bid for road salt, and approving a larger sign for Higher Heights Fitness. They also approved monthly professional service bills totaling $54,715.58.

• Approved Ordinance 5412 authorizing Dog Jog event and fund donation (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5413 accepting Compass Minerals' bid for sodium chloride (7-0)
• Approved 16.9 sq ft sign for Higher Heights Fitness, 8251 Chippewa Road, with deviation (7-0)
• Approved payment of professional services bills totaling $54,715.58 (7-0)

City Council

This document is a participant guide providing instructions for attending a virtual public meeting regarding the I-77/Miller Road Interchange project. The text contains procedural information and contact details rather than specific legislative items or decisions.

• I-77/Miller Road Interchange project presentation
• Public question and answer session

Community Improvement Corporation

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation will review the Phase Development Plan for Parcels 4 and 5 of the Valor Acres Redevelopment. If approved, the body will consider permitting the conveyance of these parcels from the CIC to the Developer.

• Phase Development Plan for Parcels 4 and 5 of the Valor Acres Redevelopment
• Conveyance of Parcels 4 and 5 from the CIC to the Developer
• Approval of November 17, 2020 minutes

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation approved a resolution authorizing the Phase 2 Development Plan and conveyance of Parcels 4 and 5 to the developer of Valor Acres, covering approximately 23.65 acres for townhomes and an apartment complex. The board also added Westfield Bank as an authorized depository and declared a $66,438.15 invoice for Parcel 1B uncollectable. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Phase 2 Development Plan and conveyance of Parcels 4 and 5 to Valor Acres developer (5-0)
• Approved adding Westfield Bank as authorized depository (5-0)
• Approved resolution to treat $66,438.15 invoice for Parcel 1B as uncollectable (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 17, 2020 meeting (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The May 24, 2021, meeting of the Brecksville Recreation Commission consists of procedural business and several scheduled reports. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Mayor's Report
• Council Representative's Report
• Athletic Area Report
• CVYO Report by Meg English

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review signs for Higher Heights Fitness at 8251 Chippewa Rd. A work session is also scheduled to discuss proposed revisions to Section 1187 of the Brecksville Sign Regulations.

• Sign review for Higher Heights Fitness at 8251 Chippewa Rd
• Proposed revisions to Section 1187, Brecksville Sign Regulations
• Approval of May 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved a 16.9 square foot wall sign for Higher Heights Fitness at 8251 Chippewa Road, allowing a deviation from the maximum 11.4 square feet. The commission also approved minutes from the May 6 regular and work session meetings. During a work session, the commission discussed proposed revisions to the city's sign regulations to ensure content neutrality, but took no action.

• Approved 16.9 sq ft wall sign for Higher Heights Fitness, 8251 Chippewa Road, with deviation from 11.4 sq ft max (7-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of May 6, 2021 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved work session minutes of May 6, 2021 (7-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will review several proposals regarding facility safety and city maintenance. The agenda includes motions to approve fire alarm upgrades for Blossom Hill buildings and a guardrail repair on Fitzwater Road. Additionally, the Committee of the Whole will recognize two retiring officials.

• Fire alarm system upgrades for Blossom Hill Building #6 ($15,470.00) and Building #7 ($21,289.00)
• Renewal of City Property & Liability Insurance policies
• Purchase of a fire hydrant cleaning system ($11,100.00)
• Guardrail repair on Fitzwater Road ($3,050.00)
• Chippewa Creek Bridge Restoration Project funding ($7,029.00)

The Buildings & Grounds Committee recommended approving three fire alarm system purchases totaling $52,279 for Blossom Hill buildings and the Building Engineering building. The Finance Committee recommended approving property and liability insurance renewals, appropriations amendments, fund transfers, and a dispatch services increase. All committee recommendations were passed unanimously and will go before full Council.

• Approved $15,470 fire alarm system for Blossom Hill Building #6 (3-0)
• Approved $21,289 fire alarm system for Blossom Hill Building #7 (3-0)
• Approved $15,520 fire alarm and burglar system for Building Engineering building (3-0)
• Approved property & liability insurance renewals with 11.5% premium increase (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amending appropriations for FY 2021 (3-0)
• Approved resolution for fund advances for FY 2021 (3-0)
• Approved $2,750 increase to Chagrin Valley Dispatch P.O. (3-0)
• Approved $11,700 for Plug Hug fire hydrant cleaning system (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend appropriations for the 2021 fiscal year. The council will also review an amendment to a medical control agreement with MetroHealth System. Additionally, resolutions are proposed to commend retiring fire and police officials.

• Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 5377 regarding 2021 appropriations
• Amendment to the Medical Control Agreement with MetroHealth System
• Resolution commending Fire Lieutenant Brian Zimlich upon retirement
• Resolution commending Police Chief William P. Goodrich upon retirement
• Resolution making necessary advances between certain funds for 2021

The Brecksville City Council unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including resolutions commending retiring Fire Lieutenant Brian Zimlich and Police Chief William P. Goodrich, an ordinance amending appropriations, an ordinance authorizing a medical control agreement with MetroHealth, and a resolution for fund transfers. The council also approved 10 zoning appeals recommended by the Board of Zoning Appeals, a lot consolidation, and various purchase requisitions for fire hydrant maintenance, guardrail repair, bridge restoration, fire alarm systems, insurance renewals, and dispatch IT services.

• Approved Resolution 5148 commending Fire Lt. Brian Zimlich (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5149 commending Police Chief William P. Goodrich (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5410 amending 2021 appropriations (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5411 authorizing MetroHealth medical control agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5150 for fund transfers (7-0)
• Approved 10 zoning variances at various properties (7-0 each)
• Approved Gajkowski lot consolidation at 6919 Hilton Road (7-0)
• Approved purchase requisitions for Plug Hug, guardrail repair, bridge restoration, fire alarms, insurance, and dispatch IT (7-0 each)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing multiple property variance requests. These items include requests for garage additions, fence modifications, and a lot split. The meeting also includes public hearings for these appeals.

• Lot split request at 7757 Cambridge Drive
• Generator installation variance at 5395 Miller Road
• Garage addition variances at 9865 Whitewood Road and 7894 Oakhurst Drive
• Fence height and material variance at 3719 Boston Road
• Above ground pool installation variance at 12004 Chippewa Road

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and then voted to recommend approval of all 11 variance requests to City Council. The variances cover a range of residential property modifications, including generator placement, fence height and material, garage additions, a pool house, an above-ground pool, and a detached garage. All recommendations passed, with some votes not being unanimous.

• Recommended approval of generator variance at 5395 Miller Road (6-0, Roberts abstained)
• Recommended approval of sidewalk deferral variance at 6940 Hilton Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of front yard setback variance at 9865 Whitewood Road (6-1, Hasman dissenting)
• Recommended approval of lot depth variance at 7757 Cambridge Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended fence variance at 3719 Boston Road (5-2, Hasman and McCrodden dissenting)
• Recommended approval of pool house variances at 10056 Barr Road (6-1, Hasman dissenting)
• Recommended approval of garage addition variances at 7894 Oakhurst Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval of above-ground pool variance at 12004 Chippewa Road (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission will review minutes from several April 2021 meetings. The commission will also hold a work session regarding various development projects.

• Gajkowski lot consolidation at 6919 Hilton Rd.
• Avatony Holdings, LLC frontyard setback at 8035 Pershing Dr.
• Independence Cement new building at 9240 Noble Park Dr.
• Blue Habanero rear patio and front facade at 8934 Brecksville Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved minutes from prior meetings and recommended preliminary and final approval for a lot consolidation at 6919 Hilton Road, subject to a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals and final City Council approval. They also scheduled a public hearing for June 3, 2021, to consider a 60-foot front yard setback request for a new home at 8035 Pershing Drive. No other substantive decisions were made; the work session included discussions on the Pershing Drive project and a proposed patio and façade remodel for Blue Habanero restaurant.

• Approved April 22, 2021 public hearing minutes on frontyard setback for 6582 Old Royalton Road (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved April 22, 2021 public hearing minutes on frontyard setback for 4900 Edgerton Road (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved April 22, 2021 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 29, 2021 special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended preliminary and final approval of Gajkowski lot consolidation at 6919 Hilton Road, conditioned on BZA variance and City Council approval (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 3, 2021, on 60-foot frontyard setback request for 8035 Pershing Drive (5-0)

City Council Committees

Brecksville City Council committees are reviewing several municipal expenditures and personnel changes. The agenda includes considering a new Chevrolet Tahoe for the Fire Department and addressing vacancies in the Police Chief and Recreation Director positions. Other items involve utility agreements and building maintenance testing.

• 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe purchase for $38,239.00
• Fire vehicle equipment and graphics for $19,344.53
• Sprinkler system piping testing for $3,840.00
• Storm sewer installation at 4900 Edgerton Road
• Appointment of a new Police Chief

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees each approved motions recommending Council action on various items, including a $38,239 fire department vehicle purchase, a $4,500 police chief assessment board, and a $2,240 deduct change order for the Tanager Trail project. The Committee of the Whole discussed the appointment of Stanton Korinek as Police Chief and the Recreation Director vacancy, but no formal vote was taken. All committee votes were unanimous.

• Approved sprinkler system piping testing purchase requisition to ABC Fire, Inc. for $3,840.00 (3-0)
• Approved blanket vendor purchase requisition for Police Chief Assessment Recommendation Board consultant fees of $4,500.00 (3-0)
• Approved increase to Purchase Order #CT214970 to James G. Zupka, CPA, Inc. for $960.00 for audit services (3-0)
• Approved purchase order to Sedgwick for $2,915.00 for workers compensation claim administration (3-0)
• Approved motion to waive Chamber of Commerce lease payments at Old Town Hall Annex for Jan-May 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment of professional bills totaling $36,352.20 (3-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe for Fire Department for $38,239.00 (3-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing purchase of fire vehicle equipment from Hall Public Safety Upfitters for $19,344.53 (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider the appointment of Stanton A. Korinek as Chief of Police. The agenda also includes a storm sewer extension agreement for 4900 Edgerton Road and fire department vehicle purchases.

• Appointment of Stanton A. Korinek as Chief of Police
• Storm Sewer Extension Project agreement at 4900 Edgerton Road
• Purchase of a 2021 Chevy Tahoe for the Fire Department
• Purchase of safety equipment and graphics for fire vehicles
• First Amendment to Cooperative Agreement with Broadview Heights

City Council approved the Planning Commission's recommendation for preliminary approval of the Valor Acres residential planned development, including a conditional use and preliminary PDA approval, by a 6-1 vote. The council also passed resolutions honoring retiring Recreation Director Tom Tupa and appointing Stanton Korinek as Police Chief, and approved several ordinances for a storm sewer project, fire department vehicle purchases, and safety equipment. A deduct change order for the Tanager Trail pavement project and various purchase requisitions were also approved.

• Approved Valor Acres preliminary PDA and conditional use recommendation (6-1)
• Passed Resolution 5145 commending Tom Tupa on retirement (7-0)
• Passed Resolution 5146 appointing Stanton Korinek as Police Chief (7-0)
• Authorized first amendment to joint cooperative agreement with Broadview Heights (6-1)
• Authorized agreement with Otero Homes for 4900 Edgerton Road storm sewer project (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2021 Chevy Tahoe for Fire Department (7-0)
• Approved Tanager Trail deduct change order (7-0)
• Approved sprinkler system piping testing purchase requisition of $3,840 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss land use requests. The discussion focuses on conditional use and residential planned development area requests for the Valor Acres area.

• Valor Acres Conditional Use & Residential Planned Development Area Requests at Brecksville Rd. & Miller Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission voted 5-2 to recommend City Council approval of the Valor Acres Conditional Use and Residential Planned Development Area (PDA) requests, including preliminary approval of the PDA plans. The motion, made by Mr. Roman and seconded by Mayor Hruby, covers parcels 603-21-088 and 603-21-089 north of Miller Road and west of Brecksville Road. The recommendation is subject to approval by the City Engineer, City Law Director, and City Council. Members Bandsuh and Sciria voted against, citing concerns about density, building height, setbacks, and impact on Westview Drive residents.

• Recommended approval of R-A Conditional Use on parcel 603-21-088, subject to City Council approval (5-2).
• Recommended preliminary approval of the Planned Development Area (PDA) as a Conditional Use on parcels 603-21-089 and 603-21-088, and preliminary approval of plans, subject to City Engineer, Law Director, and Council approval (5-2).
• Incorporated by reference the Valor Acres PDP PDA Submission, Master Plan, and numerous site, landscape, and architectural plans dated 04/29/2021 and earlier.
• Requested 29 specific deviations from zoning code, including reduced setbacks, smaller lot sizes, higher density, and reduced parking requirements.
• Denied requests for further plan changes, as the developer stated they were at the limit of plan adjustments.
• Tabled no items; the meeting was limited to the Valor Acres preliminary plan consideration.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss a proposal from Ramsey & Associates, Inc. regarding examinations for several police and fire officer ranks. The commission will also review the minutes from April 12, 2021.

• Review of Ramsey & Associates, Inc. proposal for Police Officer, Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Fire Lieutenant exams
• Approval of April 12, 2021 minutes

The Civil Service Commission approved administering written tests (Option #1) for Police Lieutenant, Police Sergeant, and Fire Lieutenant, and the Police Officer Entrance Exam. It also added five extra credit points for part-time Brecksville police officers and set a 70% passing score for efficiency and seniority points. The Firefighter/Paramedic Certified List was re-certified.

• Approved April 12, 2021 minutes
• Amended agenda to include executive session for police chief interviews
• Approved written test (Option #1) for Police Lieutenant
• Approved written test (Option #1) for Police Sergeant
• Approved Police Officer Entrance Exam with 5 extra credit points for part-time Brecksville officers
• Approved written test (Option #1) for Fire Lieutenant
• Required 70% passing score for efficiency and seniority points
• Re-certified Firefighter/Paramedic Certified List

Telecommunications Commission

The Telecommunications Commission will administer an oath of office to Myrah Ward. The meeting also includes discussions regarding customer complaints and franchise fees.

• Oath of Office - Myrah Ward
• Approval of February 22, 2021 minutes
• Customer complaints
• Franchise fees

The Telecommunications Commission approved the minutes from the February 22, 2021 meeting and approved franchise fees, which remained about the same as last year. The commission also administered the oath of office to new member Myrah Ward. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussions or updates.

• Approved minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting
• Approved franchise fees (motion by Michael Berlin, seconded by Louis Carouse)

Recreation Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items and departmental reports. The commission will review the February 22, 2021 minutes and hear updates from the Mayor, Council Representative, and Recreation Director Tupa.

• Approval of February 22, 2021 minutes
• Mayor's Report
• Recreation Director Tupa's Report
• Athletic Area Report
• CVYO Report

The Brecksville Recreation Commission met on April 26, 2021, and approved the February 22, 2021 minutes as written. The meeting was primarily informational, with reports on the upcoming Aquatic Center grand opening, Community Garden expansion, and recreation program updates. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved February 22, 2021 minutes as written (motion by Redinger, second by Firestone)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding front yard setback changes for properties on Old Royalton Road and Edgerton Road. The meeting also includes reviews of sign requests and reports from the Mayor, City Engineer, and Council Representative.

• Public hearing for a 0-foot front yard setback at 6582 Old Royalton Rd
• Public hearing for a 165-foot front yard setback at 4900 Edgerton Rd
• Sign request for Star Sports at 7033 Mill Rd
• Sign request for Harding Concordia Lodge #345 city entrances (4 locations)

The Brecksville Planning Commission held public hearings and approved two front yard setback requests: a 0-foot setback for a new home at 6582 Old Royalton Road and a 165-foot setback for a new home at 4900 Edgerton Road. Both approvals are pending City Council approval. The Commission also approved a sign relocation for Star Sports and new information signs for Harding Concordia Lodge at city entrances.

• Approved 0-foot front yard setback at 6582 Old Royalton Road (6-0, pending Council)
• Approved 165-foot front yard setback at 4900 Edgerton Road (6-0, pending Council)
• Approved 15 sq ft wall sign for Star Sports at 7033 Mill Road (6-0)
• Approved 3.1 sq ft info signs for Harding Concordia Lodge at 4 city entrances (6-0, with conditions)
• Approved minutes of April 8 regular and work session meetings (6-0)

Records Commission

The commission will review new schedule items including finance reports, cable franchise fees, and grants. They will also consider revisions to the records retention schedule for purchase orders and gypsy moth suppression.

• Revisions to records retention for Purchase Orders and Gypsy Moth Suppression
• Review of Annual Finance Department Reports & Goals
• Quarterly Cable Franchise Fees Reports
• Selection information for IRS Forms 1094 & 1095
• Clarification of Civil Service applicant and testing files

City Council Committees

The City Council Committees will review recommendations for police vehicle equipment repairs and a memorandum of understanding with Flock Group, Inc. Other items include asphalt supply bids for road repairs and sidewalk installation at City Hall.

• $5,010.77 for police vehicle equipment and graphics replacement
• Memorandum of understanding with Flock Group, Inc. for investigative technology
• $3,760.00 for sidewalk installation at City Hall
• Asphalt supply bid from Kokosing Materials, Inc.
• Discussion on additional costs for the SR 82 Widening Project

The Streets & Sidewalks Committee voted to authorize the Law Director to prepare an amendment to the SR 82 widening cost-sharing agreement with Broadview Heights, increasing Brecksville's maximum contribution by up to $1 million, with Brecksville's share capped at 30%. Other committees recommended approval of several purchases and ordinances, including police vehicle equipment replacement, a Flock Safety MOU, and an asphalt supply bid. All recommendations will go to full Council for final approval.

• Authorized Law Director to draft SR 82 cost-share amendment, not to exceed $1M and 30% share (3-0)
• Recommended $3,760 blanket purchase for Bicentennial Obelisk sidewalk installation (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance for turnkey HVAC installation at 4410 Oakes Road (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance to eliminate snow removal work from Administrative Code (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance amending employee compensation (3-0)
• Recommended $5,010.77 purchase for police vehicle equipment and graphics replacement (3-0)
• Recommended resolution for Flock Safety MOU for police investigative access (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Kokosing Materials asphalt supply bid (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding with Flock Group, Inc. for safety technology. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding asphalt supply, employee compensation, and HVAC installation at 4410 Oakes Road.

• Resolution authorizing Flock Group, Inc. safety technology MOU
• Bid acceptance from Kokosing Materials, Inc. for asphalt
• Ordinance to eliminate snow removal work in Administrative Code
• Ordinance regarding employee compensation increases
• HVAC equipment installation at 4410 Oakes Road

The Brecksville City Council unanimously approved several items, including a memorandum of understanding with Flock Group for police investigative technology, an ordinance eliminating snow removal work from the administrative code, and a bid acceptance for asphalt from Kokosing Materials. They also approved two zoning variances and a Verizon antenna upgrade, all by 7-0 votes.

• Approved Resolution 5144 authorizing MOU with Flock Group for police technology (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5403 eliminating snow removal work from Administrative Code (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5404 accepting Kokosing Materials bid for asphalt (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5405 amending employee compensation (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5406 for HVAC equipment purchase at 4410 Oakes Road (7-0)
• Approved fence height variance at 7960 Brecksville Road (7-0)
• Approved amended fence variance at 9315 Lawn Park Drive (7-0)
• Approved Verizon antenna upgrade at 9001 Brecksville Road (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from the March 24, 2021 meeting. The commission will also hold a discussion with Ramsey & Associates, Inc. regarding police and fire exams.

• Discussion with Ramsey & Associates, Inc. regarding Police and Fire exams
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2021

The Civil Service Commission approved the March 24, 2021 minutes and met in executive session to discuss personnel and testing. They requested Ramsey & Associates, Inc. to submit a proposal for upcoming Police Officer, Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, and Fire Lieutenant examinations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 24, 2021 minutes (motion by Barcon, second by Stiefvater)
• Requested Ramsey & Associates, Inc. to submit proposal for Police Officer, Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, and Fire Lieutenant exams

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings for four property appeals. These include requests regarding fence heights, generator placement, and detached garage square footage.

• Variance for 6 ft. and 9 ft. fence height at 7960 Brecksville Road
• Request to install a generator in front of house at 5395 Miller Road
• Variance for 6 ft. fence height at 9315 Lawnpark Drive
• Increase detached garage size from 660 sq. ft. to 1248 sq. ft. at 9885 Greenhaven Parkway

The Board of Zoning Appeals recommended approval of a 6-foot fence variance for 7960 Brecksville Road, denying the requested 9-foot posts and reverse stanchion design. It also recommended approval of a 5-foot fence variance for 9315 Lawnpark Drive, and denied a variance for a 1,248-square-foot detached garage at 9885 Greenhaven Parkway. The board tabled a generator variance for 5395 Miller Road due to the applicant's absence.

• Recommended approval of 6-ft fence variance at 7960 Brecksville Road (7-0)
• Denied 9-ft fence height and reverse stanchion design at 7960 Brecksville Road
• Recommended approval of 5-ft fence variance at 9315 Lawnpark Drive (6-1)
• Denied 1,248-sq-ft detached garage variance at 9885 Greenhaven Parkway (3-4)
• Tabled generator variance at 5395 Miller Road
• Approved March 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will review sign requests for Farinacci Pizza and Harding Concordia Lodge #345 city entrances. A work session includes discussion of a Verizon antenna upgrade at 9001 Brecksville Rd.

• Sign request: Farinacci Pizza, 8189 Brecksville Rd.
• Sign request: Harding Concordia Lodge #345 city entrances
• Verizon antenna upgrade at 9001 Brecksville Rd.
• Valor Acres update (no new submittal) at Brecksville Rd. and Miller Rd.

The Planning Commission tabled the Farinacci Pizza signage application after the owner requested six deviations from the city's sign code, with the commission indicating only two deviations would be considered upon resubmission. The commission also unanimously approved a motion to waive the public hearing for Verizon's antenna upgrade and recommended preliminary and final approval of the project to City Council. All three sets of minutes from the March 25, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved March 25, 2021 Public Hearing Minutes on Lot Split in Cambridge Village (6-0)
• Approved March 25, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 25, 2021 Work Session Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Farinacci Pizza signage application at 8189 Brecksville Road
• Waived public hearing for Verizon antenna upgrade at 9001 Brecksville Road (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary and final approval of Verizon antenna upgrade to City Council (6-0)

City Council Committees

City Council Committees will review proposals for engineering work on Riverview Road and repairs to police vehicles. The agenda also includes renewals for trash and leaf disposal services and an agricultural district application. An executive session is proposed to discuss personnel and economic development matters.

• Engineering and surveying for Riverview Road slope slippage ($6,300 and $11,700)
• Repairs for police vehicles following a March 20 chase ($21,914.17 total request)
• Renewal of trash disposal agreement with Rumpke of Northern Ohio
• Purchase of new and replacement spring trees ($10,195.00)
• Software maintenance for time and attendance ($11,547.32)

City Council

The City Council will consider an application to place approximately 14 acres of farmland in an agricultural district. Other items include a NOPEC grant application and engineering services for the Riverview Road project. The council will also review fire department equipment purchases and budget appropriations.

• Public hearing for farmland agricultural district renewal at 9195 Highland Drive
• Resolution authorizing a NOPEC grant application for community event sponsorship
• Proposal acceptance from CTL Engineering, Inc. for the Riverview Road project
• Ordinance to purchase a Lucas 3 Chest Compression system for the Fire Department
• Ordinance to amend appropriations for city expenses through December 31, 2021

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed lot split and setback change at 7757 Cambridge Drive. The agenda also includes sign approvals, official reports, and discussions on various property setbacks.

• Public hearing for a lot split and 75-foot front yard setback at 7757 Cambridge Drive
• Sign approvals for Cheryl C. Perez Brands, Re/Max, and Pet People
• Discussion of window awnings for PB Properties at 10060 Brecksville Rd.
• Discussion of front yard setbacks for 6582 Old Royalton Rd. and 4900 Edgerton Rd.
• Discussion regarding the Kiwanis Honor/Memory Flag Project

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and work session on a proposed lot split at 7757 Cambridge Drive to create a new residential lot fronting Brecksville Road. After hearing concerns from neighbors about the initially proposed 75-foot front yard setback, the Commission recommended preliminary and final approval with an 85-foot setback, subject to City Council and other approvals. The Commission also approved several sign permits, recommended approval of awnings for PB Properties, and scheduled public hearings for two other setback requests.

• Recommended preliminary and final approval of Cambridge Village lot split with 85-ft front yard setback (5-0, Bandsuh abstained)
• Approved 0.82 sq ft wall sign for Cheryl C. Perez Brands (6-0)
• Approved illuminated wall sign for Re/Max at Brecksville Town Center, contingent on landlord approval (6-0)
• Approved 25.63 sq ft illuminated wall sign for Pet People (6-0)
• Recommended approval of awnings for PB Properties at 10060 Brecksville Road (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 22, 2021 on Grau Residence front yard setback (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 22, 2021 on Palguta front yard setback (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Brecksville Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss initiating a Police Chief promotional exam and address fire department vacancies. The commission also plans to swear in Amanda Barcon and approve minutes from July 15, 2020.

• Swearing in of Amanda Barcon
• Discussion regarding initiating a Police Chief promotional exam
• Discussion of Fire Department vacancies
• Approval of July 15, 2020, meeting minutes

The Civil Service Commission was reorganized with new officers, and members discussed upcoming promotional exams for Police Chief, Police Lieutenant, Police Sergeant, and Fire Lieutenant, as well as a Police Patrolman entrance exam and a Firefighter/Paramedic hire. The Commission recommended using an interview panel for the Police Chief testing process and requested the Secretary to contact Ramsey & Associates to arrange a meeting about the testing. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action approved was the minutes from the July 15, 2020 meeting.

• Swore in Amanda Barcon as citizen member
• Elected Rob Stiefvater as Chairman, A.J. Ganim as Co-Chair, Amanda Barcon as Member
• Recommended interview panel for Police Chief testing (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2020 meeting
• Requested Secretary to contact Ramsey & Associates for testing meeting

Recreation Commission

The agenda contains standard procedural matters, including the approval of minutes from February 22, 2021. No specific new business or projects are detailed in this document.

City Council Committees

City Council committees will consider several purchase requisitions for building maintenance and public works. Items include equipment replacements at the Human Services building and inspections for the police station generator. The agenda also includes reviews of identity theft protection and trail pavement services.

• $22,885 for variable frequency drives at the Human Services building
• $17,000 for the Community Garden Expansion Project
• $7,500 for Human Services chilled water tank insulation
• $3,968 for Recycle Center lift truck hoppers
• CTL Engineering proposal for Tanager Trail Pavement project

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and recommended several purchases and contracts to full Council. These include a $22,885 HVAC drive replacement, a $17,000 community garden expansion, a $7,500 insulation project, and a $2,900 generator inspection. The Finance Committee also recommended an identity theft protection plan and a $3,500 wellness grant purchase. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved recommending a $7,500 blanket purchase requisition for the Human Services Chilled Water Tank Insulation Project.
• Approved recommending a $22,885 purchase requisition to Direct Air Systems, Inc. for replacing five variable frequency drives at the Human Services building.
• Approved recommending a $2,900 purchase order to Karpinski Engineering for third-party inspection of the Police Station Generator Exhaust Extension Project.
• Approved recommending a $17,000 blanket vendor purchase requisition for the Community Garden Expansion Project.
• Approved recommending a resolution accepting Identity IQ's Secure Plus Plan for identity theft protection for city employees.
• Approved recommending a $3,500 blanket vendor purchase requisition for wellness items funded by a Medical Mutual Wellness Grant.
• Approved recommending a resolution for fund transfers and return of an advance for fiscal year 2021.
• Approved recommending a $3,968 purchase requisition to Apex Bulk Handlers for two lift truck hoppers for the Recycle Center.

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will discuss identity theft protection for employees and fund transfers for the current fiscal year. The council will also consider expanding engineering services for a project on Tanager Trail and adopting an ordinance supplement.

• Identity IQ Secure Plus Plan proposal for City employees
• Expanded geotechnical engineering services for 10997 Tanager Trail
• Ordinance to adopt a supplement to the Codified Ordinances
• Resolution regarding fund transfers and returning an advance of funds

Brecksville City Council unanimously approved several resolutions and ordinances, including identity theft protection services, fund transfers, a zoning variance for a fence at 7055 Ashlawn Drive, and the Valor Acres Tree Savings Plan. Council also approved multiple purchase requisitions for equipment and projects, all by 6-0 votes.

• Approved Resolution 5137 for Identity IQ identity theft protection services (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5138 for fund transfers for fiscal year 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5139 amending CTL Engineering services for 10997 Tanager Trail project (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5400 supplement to Codified Ordinances (6-0)
• Approved fence height variance at 7055 Ashlawn Drive (6-0)
• Approved Valor Acres Tree Savings Plan (6-0)
• Approved $3,968 purchase for recycle center lift hoppers (6-0)
• Approved $22,885 for variable frequency drives replacement at Human Services building (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and work session to review proposed development plans. The meeting focuses on R-A Conditional Use and Residential Planned Development Area requests. These plans are part of the Valor Acres Development, located north of Miller Road and west of Brecksville Road.

• Review of preliminary development plans PP# 603-21-088 and 603-21-089
• Proposed R-A Conditional Use and Residential Planned Development Area requests

The Brecksville Planning Commission held a public hearing and special meeting on March 11, 2021, to review the preliminary development plans for the 23.5-acre residential portion of the Valor Acres development. After discussion, the Commission voted to recommend approval of the Tree Savings Plan for the residential portion to City Council. The Commission deferred a vote on the preliminary plan approval to a later meeting to allow for further discussion of the plan and requested changes.

• Approved a motion to recommend to City Council the Tree Savings Plan (Drawing #C1.1) for the residential portion of the Valor Acres development, with all six members voting in favor.
• Withdrew a motion for preliminary approval of the R-A Conditional Use and Residential PDA, with a consensus to reconsider the preliminary plan at the next scheduled meeting on March 25, 2021.
• Discussed and noted the developer's plan to increase multi-family parking from 174 to 236 spaces, with an additional 85-95 spaces to be landbanked.
• Noted the developer's commitment to not pursue the purchase of two investor-owned parcels (PP #'s 603-20-001 & 603-21-020) that Westview Drive residents were seeking to buy as a green space buffer.
• Heard the City Engineer's list of required items for final design, including a right-of-way deviation, rear-yard drains, and outstanding reports (traffic, geotechnical, wetlands, HOA).
• Discussed the developer's plan to begin tree clearing in late March 2021, followed by grading in April, with construction completion speculated for 2022.

City Council Committees

The Legislation Committee will discuss proposed changes to the Temporary Sign Ordinance. No other legislative items are listed for consideration at this meeting.

• Proposed changes to the Temporary Sign Ordinance

The Brecksville Legislation Committee met virtually on March 9, 2021. The only item for consideration was a discussion of proposed changes to the Temporary Sign Ordinance. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned after the discussion.

• Discussed proposed changes to the Temporary Sign Ordinance; no action taken.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct public hearings and consider two variance appeals. These requests involve side yard requirements for a storage building and maximum fence height.

• Variance for a metal storage building at 8001 Brecksville Road
• Variance for a 6 ft. fence at 7055 Ashlawn Drive
• Approval of February 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Lori Nowak at 7055 Ashlawn Drive to allow a 6-ft board-on-board fence, exceeding the 4-ft maximum, citing safety concerns for her autistic son. The board voted to approve the variance without an amendment limiting it to the current family. A separate appeal for a storage building at 8001 Brecksville Road was withdrawn.

• Approved variance 2021-10 for a 6-ft fence at 7055 Ashlawn Drive (unanimous).
• Withdrawn appeal 2021-09 for a storage building at 8001 Brecksville Road.
• Approved the regular meeting minutes of February 8, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for The Redemption Center. A work session will also discuss a lot split at Cambridge Village and solar panel installation on Chippewa Road.

• Conditional Use permit for The Redemption Center (10217 Brecksville Road)
• Cambridge Village lot split and frontyard setback (7757 Cambridge Dr.)
• Solar panel installation at 11435 Chippewa Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny a conditional use permit for The Redemption Center, an outpatient drug and alcohol counseling center proposed at 10217 Brecksville Road. The motion failed with all six members voting no. The commission also approved holding a public hearing on March 25, 2021, for a lot split and frontyard setback request at 7757 Cambridge Drive.

• Denied conditional use permit for The Redemption Center at 10217 Brecksville Road (motion failed, 0-6).
• Approved holding a public hearing on March 25, 2021, for a lot split and 75-foot frontyard setback at 7757 Cambridge Drive (motion carried).
• Approved the regular meeting minutes of February 18, 2021 (motion carried).
• Approved the work session meeting minutes of February 18, 2021 (motion carried).

City Council Committees

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and voted to recommend several items to full City Council. These include a $105,518.25 X-Treme Vac street sweeper, a $22,500 Southwest Council of Governments membership, and a $33,759 settlement from Scratch Off Systems for non-compliance with an economic incentive agreement. All committee motions passed unanimously. The Committee of the Whole convened an executive session on personnel matters.

• Approved recommending a $4,613.30 purchase requisition to Gillespie Backflow, Inc. for annual backflow preventer inspections at 54 city locations.
• Approved recommending a $9,400.00 purchase requisition to JS Controls LLC for replacement and installation of gas detection sensors in the Horticulture Garage and Service Vehicle Storage Garage.
• Approved recommending acceptance of a Value Engineering Proposal from Capitol Aluminum and Glass Corp for window replacement at 4450 Oakes Road, Bldg. No. 7.
• Approved recommending a $12,218.00 purchase requisition to SafeAir Contractors, Inc. for removal and disposal of asbestos-containing windows at 4450 Oakes Road, Blossom Hill, Building 7.
• Approved recommending a resolution authorizing settlement of non-compliance by Scratch Off Systems, Inc. by accepting a Cognovit Promissory Note in the amount of $33,759.00.
• Approved recommending an amended and restated Economic Incentive and Relocation Agreement with Fab Tech LLC, including revised terms for job creation and penalties.
• Approved recommending a $22,500.00 purchase requisition to Southwest Council of Governments for annual membership fees for police and fire services.
• Approved recommending an ordinance authorizing the purchase of an X-Treme Vac by ODB, Model #DCL800SM25 in the aggregate amount of $105,518.25 for the Service Department.

City Council

The Brecksville City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a settlement with Scratch Off Systems, Inc. for $33,759, an adoption agreement with Ohio Deferred Compensation for a Roth 457 option, and bids for the 2021 Road Maintenance Program. They also approved an amended economic incentive agreement with Fab Tech LLC, a purchase of a Hook Lift Debris/Leaf Collector, and various purchase requisitions for services and equipment. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Resolution 5136 settling non-compliance with Scratch Off Systems, Inc. via a $33,759.00 Cognovit Promissory Note.
• Approved Ordinance 5394 authorizing an Adoption Agreement with Ohio Deferred Compensation to add the Roth 457 option.
• Approved Ordinance 5395 accepting bids for the 2021 Road Maintenance Program from multiple contractors.
• Approved Ordinance 5396 accepting Capitol Aluminum & Glass Corporation's Value Engineering proposal for window replacement at 4450 Oakes Road.
• Approved Ordinance 5397 making appropriation adjustments for fiscal year 2021.
• Approved Ordinance 5398 authorizing an amended Economic Incentive and Relocation Agreement with Fab Tech LLC.
• Approved Ordinance 5399 authorizing purchase of a Hook Lift Debris/Leaf Collector from ODB through SourceWell.
• Approved purchase requisitions for Southwest Council of Governments membership ($22,500), Tanager Trail project services ($6,250), Conifer Acres storm water repair ($10,130), Gillespie Backflow inspections ($4,613.30), JS Controls gas sensors ($9,400), SafeAir asbestos removal ($12,218), IT tools ($6,477.60), and professional bills ($42,735.58).

Telecommunications Commission

The Telecommunications Commission meeting includes an election of officers and an oath of office for Michael Berlin. The agenda also covers franchise fees and customer complaints.

• Oath of Office for Michael Berlin
• Election of Officers
• Approval of November 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review of Customer Complaints
• Review of Franchise Fees

The Brecksville Telecommunications Commission held a routine meeting, administering the oath of office to new member Michael Berlin and electing officers: Darryl Mancini as Chairman, Michael Berlin as Vice-Chairman, and John Guardado as Secretary. The commission approved the minutes from the November 9, 2020 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; discussion covered a resident complaint about low-hanging wires and poor internet service, and franchise fees were reported as unchanged.

• Administered oath of office to Michael Berlin
• Elected Darryl Mancini as Chairman
• Elected Michael Berlin as Vice-Chairman
• Elected John Guardado as Secretary
• Approved minutes from November 9, 2020 meeting

Recreation Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of January 25, 2021, minutes. The commission will also hear reports from the Mayor, Council Vice President Redinger, and Recreation Director Tupa.

• Approval of January 25, 2021, meeting minutes

The Recreation Commission approved the January 24, 2021 minutes as written. Councilwoman Redinger reported that Council approved a Natureworks grant request for $150,000 with a 25% match for Stadium Drive Property improvements, and approved several Independent Contractor Agreements. The commission also heard updates on upcoming events, program registrations, and staffing needs.

• Approved January 24, 2021 minutes as written
• Council approved Natureworks grant request for $150,000 with 25% match for Stadium Drive Property improvements
• Council approved Independent Contractor Agreements for Meg English, Tom English, and Justin Thacker

Planning Commission

The commission will review minutes from the February 4, 2021 meetings. The work session includes consultations for a townhome project and development requests at Brecksville Road and Miller Road.

• Sign item for Juice Lab at 8215 Chippewa Rd.
• Chippewa/Wiese Townhome Project consultation at 10909 Chippewa Rd.
• Sherwin Williams Company Tree Savings Plan at Brecksville Rd. & Miller Rd.
• Valor Acres Conditional Use & Residential Planned Development Area Requests

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved a wall sign for Juice Lab with a deviation from the size limit, recommended approval of Sherwin Williams' tree savings plan, and scheduled a public hearing for the Valor Acres residential development. All votes were unanimous. The commission also discussed a proposed townhouse project at Chippewa and Wiese Roads but took no action.

• Approved Juice Lab wall sign (13.6 sq ft) with deviation from 12.45 sq ft limit (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Sherwin Williams Tree Savings Plan (7-0)
• Set public hearing for March 11, 2021 on Valor Acres conditional use and PDA requests (7-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of February 4, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved work session minutes of February 4, 2021 (7-0)

City Council Committees

The City Council Committees are reviewing several municipal contracts and infrastructure projects. Items include police station upgrades, trail pavement reduction, and emergency notification service extensions. The Finance Committee will also consider contractor agreements for youth sports programs.

• $144,763.52 contract for Conifer Acres storm water management repair
• $63,147.75 bid for the Tanager Trail Pavement Reduction Project
• $24,999.00 police station generator exhaust extension project
• $40,000.00 blanket requisition for 2021 prisoner housing services
• $13,730.00 contract extension for CodeRED emergency notification services

The Brecksville City Council committees met virtually on February 16, 2021, and recommended several items to full Council. These included accepting bids for the police station generator exhaust extension ($24,999), the Tanager Trail pavement reduction ($63,147.75), and the Conifer Acres storm water repair ($144,763.52). The committees also recommended approving independent contractor agreements for youth sports directors and a contract extension for emergency notification services. All votes were unanimous within each committee.

• Recommended accepting CRS Metalworx bid of $24,999 for police station generator exhaust extension (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Carron Asphalt Paving bid of $63,147.75 for Tanager Trail pavement reduction (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Eclipse Co. bid of $144,763.52 for Conifer Acres storm water repair (3-0)
• Recommended approving independent contractor agreements for youth soccer, baseball/softball directors and BTBA liaison (3-0 each)
• Recommended approving $13,730 contract extension with OnSolve for CodeRED emergency notification (3-0)
• Recommended approving $40,000 blanket purchase for prisoner housing services (3-0)
• Recommended approving $5,132.90 for Service Department apparel and $3,624.74 for gloves (3-0 each)
• Recommended authorizing engineering design for Riverview Road culvert replacement (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions for independent contractor agreements regarding youth sports directors. The agenda also includes proposals for infrastructure contract awards and budget appropriation amendments.

• $144,763.52 bid award for Conifer Acres Storm Water Management project
• $24,999.00 bid acceptance for Police Station Generator Exhaust Extension Project
• $63,147.75 bid acceptance for Tanager Trail Pavement Reduction Project
• Contractor agreements for youth soccer and baseball/softball directors
• Ordinance to amend 2021 fiscal year appropriations

Brecksville City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for youth sports directors, a storm water repair project, a police station generator exhaust extension, and a trail paving project. Council also accepted zoning appeals for variances on multiple properties and approved various purchase requisitions for department supplies and services.

• Approved Resolution 5133 for Community Youth Soccer Director contract with Geoffrey Thacker (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5134 for BTBA President/Liaison contract with Margaret English (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5135 for Youth Baseball/Softball Director contract with Tom English (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5389 amending appropriations (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5390 accepting $144,763.52 bid from Eclipse Co. LLC for Conifer Acres storm water repair (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5391 for Brecksville Road Intersection Improvement grant agreement with Cleveland Metroparks (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5392 accepting $24,999.00 bid from CRS Metalworx for police station generator exhaust extension (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5393 accepting $63,147.75 bid from Carron Asphalt Paving for Tanager Trail pavement reduction (7-0)