Brecksville public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will hold a special session to consider a payroll ordinance. This item proposes amendments to Ordinance 5572 regarding employee compensation.

• Amendment to Ordinance 5572 regarding employee compensation

City Council held a special session to address employee compensation. The council voted to suspend rules for a final reading and subsequently passed Ordinance 5574.

• Passed Ordinance 5574 amending Ordinance 5572 regarding employee compensation (6-0)

City Council Committees

City Council Committees will consider several proposals, including a real estate agreement involving local school districts and a collective bargaining agreement for police sergeants. The agenda also includes infrastructure upgrades and the 2023 road program proposal.

• JBS Chippewa real estate agreement with Brecksville-Broadview Heights and Julie Billiart schools
• Collective bargaining agreement for Brecksville Police Department Sergeants
• $9,803.58 for a handicap accessible ramp at 4470 Oakes Road
• Transfer of Blossom Hill Conservation Easement to Cleveland Metroparks
• Review of the 2023 Road Program Proposal

Various committees recommended several ordinances and agreements to Council, including a new police sergeants' contract and fire department benefit changes. The committees also recommended approval for the 2023 blanket purchase orders and the 2023 Human Services and Recreation fee schedule.

• Recommended transfer of Blossom Hill conservation easement to Cleveland Metroparks (3-0)
• Recommended $9,803.58 for handicap ramp at 4470 Oakes Road (3-0)
• Recommended $6,398.92 for City Hall Community Room sound system upgrade (3-0)
• Recommended payroll ordinance amending employee compensation (4-0)
• Recommended real estate agreement for purchase/sale of Chippewa School (4-0)
• Recommended police sergeants' contract with 3% wage increase (4-0)
• Recommended fire department floating holiday and tour of duty changes (4-0)
• Recommended 2023 Blanket Purchase Orders reflecting a 6.2% increase (5-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances regarding city operations. This includes authorizing grant applications for recycling projects and a real estate agreement with local school districts. The council will also review updates to police sergeant contracts and employee benefits.

• Real estate agreement with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District and Julie Billiart School
• Collective bargaining agreement for Brecksville Police Department Sergeants
• Recycling grant applications via Cuyahoga County Solid Waste Management District
• Amendments to employee compensation and benefits
• Changes to the Firemen Officer-in-Charge premium rate

City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement for police sergeants and a real estate purchase and sale agreement with the Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District. The council also authorized grant applications for recycling and waste projects and approved several zoning variances.

• Approved real estate purchase and sale agreement with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District for PP# 602-13-023 on Weise Road (5-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association for Police Department Sergeants (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5370 to apply for Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District 2023 Special Project Grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 5371 to apply for 2023 Community Recycling Awareness Grant (5-0)
• Approved zoning variances for single family dwelling at 9131 Snowville Rd (5-0)
• Approved zoning variance for generator location at 2620 Hidden Canyon Dr (5-0)
• Approved zoning variance for 4 ft. vinyl picket fence at 8568 Brecksville Road (5-0)
• Approved $9,803.58 for handicap accessible ramp at 4470 Oakes Road (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and review multiple appeals for property variances. These include requests regarding fence types, generator placement, and building dimensions at various addresses. The board will also approve the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Fence height and type variance at 6918 Westview Drive
• Generator placement variance at 2620 Hidden Canyon Drive
• Roof area, building height, and sidewalk variances at 9131 Snowville Road
• Fence type and height variance at 8568 Brecksville Road
• Approval of the 2023 Board of Zoning Appeals calendar

The Board of Zoning Appeals recommended three variance requests to City Council regarding home construction, generator placement, and fence height. The Board also approved the 2023 meeting calendar and the November 7, 2022, minutes.

• Recommended approval of four variances for a home at 9131 Snowville Road regarding roof area, building height, overall height, and sidewalk installation (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variance to install a generator in the side yard at 2620 Hidden Canyon Drive, conditioned on landscaping screening (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for a 4 ft. white vinyl picket fence at 8568 Brecksville Road (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Board of Zoning Calendar (7-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Appeal 2022-51 for 6918 Westview Drive withdrawn

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to establish a new front yard setback for a property on Snowville Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding KeyBank signage and a work session on deck installations.

• Public hearing for 450' front yard setback at 9131 Snowville Road
• KeyBank ATM signage and kiosk replacement at 7790 Chippewa Rd
• Work session regarding deck installation at 7520 Sanctuary Circle

The Commission recommended a specific front yard setback for a single-family home on Snowville Road, contingent on sidewalk variances. They also scheduled a public hearing for a deck installation at 7520 Sanctuary Circle and requested design changes for a KeyBank ATM kiosk.

• Recommended 450’ front yard setback for 9131 Snowville Road to City Council (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 Public Hearing Minutes for Julie Billart School (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 Work Session Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 7520 Sanctuary Circle deck installation for January 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Requested resubmission of KeyBank ATM kiosk design at 7790 Chippewa Road to reduce illumination and red coloring

Charter Review Commission

The commission is scheduled to review multiple sections of the city charter, including nominations, elections, and amendments. The agenda also covers provisions for franchises and miscellaneous items.

• Review of Article VII: Nominations and Elections
• Review of Article VIII: Initiative, Referendum, and Recall
• Review of Article IX: Franchises
• Review of Article X: Amendments to Charter

The Commission reviewed Articles 7 through 12 of the city charter. No changes were voted upon, but the Commission added the frequency of charter reviews to its list of topics for further discussion.

• Completed initial review of all charter articles
• Added the 10-year charter review interval to the discussion list

City Council Committees

Several City Council committees will consider various municipal contracts and ordinance amendments. Topics include police station maintenance, sidewalk easements, and personnel appointments.

• $3,950.00 proposal for engineering services at the Brecksville Police Station
• Grant application for audible pedestrian signals in Downtown Brecksville
• $7,500.00 surveying and mapping proposal for Kids Quarters
• Appointment of Dan Cegelka as Building Inspector
• $778.50 increase for Fire Department part-time staff uniforms

Multiple committees met to recommend the approval of professional service contracts, payroll amendments, and infrastructure easements to the City Council. The Finance Committee recommended several budget-related ordinances and a grant application for downtown pedestrian signals. The Buildings & Grounds Committee tabled a conservation easement transfer.

• Recommended $3,950 for Police Station air handler engineering services
• Tabled Blossom Hill Conservation Easement transfer
• Recommended $7,500 for Kids Quarters mapping and surveying
• Recommended Ordinance amending section 145.01 for part-time employees
• Recommended grant application for downtown audible pedestrian signals
• Recommended appointment of Dan Cegelka as Building Inspector
• Recommended $778.50 increase for part-time Fire Department uniforms
• Recommended renewal of temporary labor contract with Safe Staffing of Ohio

City Council

The council will consider a second reading of a TIF ordinance regarding property tax exemptions. They will also discuss employee compensation, grant applications, and engineering proposals for the police station.

• Second reading of TIF Ordinance for certain real property parcels
• Appointment of Dan Cegelka as Building Inspector
• 2023 Cuyahoga County Supplemental Grant Program application
• Karpinski Engineering proposal for police station air handler modifications
• Easements for sidewalk and landscaping work at 3800 Oakes Road

City Council passed several ordinances regarding tax exemptions, employee compensation, and budget appropriations. The council also appointed a new Building and Plumbing Inspector and approved various service contracts and easements.

• Passed Ordinance 5565 regarding TIF taxation and public purpose improvements (6-0)
• Appointed Dan C. Cegelka as Building and Plumbing Inspector via Resolution 5362 (6-0)
• Authorized application for 2023 Cuyahoga County Supplemental Grant via Resolution 5363 (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5570 for current and other expenditures (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5572 amending employee compensation (5-0-1)
• Approved $53,033.58 in professional service bills (6-0)
• Approved $7,500.00 for Kids Quarters mapping and surveying (6-0)
• Approved $623.50 increase for part-time fire department uniforms (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review reports from the Mayor, Council Representative, and recreation area directors. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a pickleball proposal.

• Pickleball Proposal
• Mayor's Report
• Recreation Director's Report
• Athletic Area Report
• Aquatic Area Report

The Commission discussed a resident proposal to build 10-12 outdoor pickleball courts with lights, estimated at $350,000-$400,000. City officials are currently scouting locations for 2-3 courts without lights for 2023, though no funds are currently budgeted. The Commission also discussed adding permanent indoor court lines during a planned 2024 floor resurfacing.

• Approved October 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Decided Cafetorium will remain closed on weekends

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will conduct interviews regarding Articles V and VI of the charter. These sessions include the Chair of the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Purchasing Director.

• Interview with Chair of Board of Zoning Appeals
• Interview with Purchasing Director
• Approval of November 2, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission held interviews with the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) Chair and the Purchasing Director to discuss potential Charter amendments. No final recommendations were voted on, though the Commission approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 2, 2022 meeting (7-0-1)
• Scheduled future meetings for Dec 7, Jan 4, and Jan 28

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals held a special meeting on November 28, 2022. The session focused on discussing potential recommendations for the Charter Review Commission.

• Discussion of potential recommendations for the Charter Review Commission

City Council Committees

The Council Finance Committee is meeting to perform a review of the 2023 budget. The Committee of the Whole will also meet to discuss other appropriate matters.

• 2023 Budget Review

City Council committees recommended several expenditures for the Community Center, public safety equipment, and professional services. Key recommendations include a lease for 12 police license plate reader cameras and a grant application for a $1.35 million ladder truck.

• Recommended $75,238.90 for Building Engineering Garage supplies (3-0)
• Recommended $12,125.00 for a fire alarm system at 4470 Oakes Road (3-0)
• Recommended 2022 Recreation and Human Services Rate Schedule (3-0)
• Recommended lease agreement for 12 Police Department license plate reader cameras (3-0)
• Recommended grant application for a $1.35 million ladder truck (3-0)
• Recommended $7,632.00 for annual police and fire radio equipment maintenance (3-0)
• Recommended $8,600.00 for Municode agenda management software renewal (3-0)
• Approved ordinance to replace Assistant Law Director with Prosecutor (2-0, 1 abstaining)

Telecommunications Commission

The Telecommunications Commission will meet to review customer complaints and discuss franchise fees. The agenda is sparse and does not provide specific project or dollar amount details.

• Review of customer complaints
• Discussion of franchise fees
• Approval of September 21, 2022, minutes

The commission elected a new Vice Chairman and approved the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting. Members discussed AT&T fiber expansion and a customer complaint regarding Spectrum and cell towers. The meeting included updates on local rezoning results and various city infrastructure projects.

• Elected Gerald Broski as Vice Chairman (All approved)
• Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Community Improvement Corporation

The meeting consists of procedural items. It includes the approval of September 20, 2022, minutes and the election of board directors and officers.

• Approval of September 20, 2022, minutes
• Election of Board of Directors and Officers
• Nominations for President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the minutes from September 20, 2022. The board held elections to fill its primary officer positions.

• Approved minutes from 9-20-2022 (4-0)
• Elected Garito as President (4-0)
• Elected Redinger as Vice President (4-0)
• Elected Starosta as Treasurer (4-0)
• Elected Tabor as Recording Secretary (4-0)

City Council Committees

The Finance Committee is reviewing proposals for a new South End TIF district and increases to electric and water/sewer charges. The Safety-Service Committee is considering maintenance contracts for traffic signals and ambulance repairs. Other committees will review meeting minutes and administrative matters.

• Establishment of a non-school Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district in the South End
• Increase to electric charge purchase order by $54,200.00 for city-wide services
• Proposal to increase the public bid threshold from $25,000.00 to $49,999.00
• $6,384.00 contract for IP phone system maintenance and support
• $5,146.00 repair for the 2017 Freightliner Ambulance suspension system

Various committees met to recommend expenditures and policy changes to the full Council. Key recommendations include increasing the public bid threshold, establishing a new TIF district in the South End, and approving several maintenance contracts. The Committee of the Whole authorized the Mayor to enter a collective bargaining agreement with James Budzick.

• Authorized Mayor to enter agreement with James Budzick for patrolmen collective bargaining (6-0)
• Recommended increasing public bid threshold from $25,000 to $49,999 (2-0)
• Recommended establishing a non-school TIF district in the South End (2-0)
• Recommended $54,200 increase for 2022 electric charges (2-0)
• Recommended $8,776.38 purchase of Zebra ZXP7 Printer for ID cards (2-0)
• Recommended $5,146 repair for 2017 Freightliner Ambulance (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2022-2027 All-Hazards Mitigation Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Mayor's compensation for 2024-2027 (2-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding an application for up to $50,000 in 2023 Community Development Supplemental Grant funding. This funding is administered by Cuyahoga County and can be used for various community improvement projects.

• Public hearing for up to $50,000 in 2023 Community Development Supplemental Grant (CDSG) funding

Council held a public hearing to discuss applying for a $50,000 Cuyahoga County grant. The city intends to use the funds for audible pedestrian signals at downtown intersections to improve ADA accessibility. No formal vote on the grant application was recorded in the minutes.

• Held public hearing regarding 2023 Community Development Supplemental Grant (CDSG) funding

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a recommendation to establish a non-school Tax Increment Financing district in the South End. The agenda also includes proposals for traffic engineering services and consulting for income tax administration.

• Recommendation for a non-school TIF district in the South End
• Consulting agreement with William D. Logan for income tax administration
• TMS Engineers proposals for signal support painting and sign replacements
• Adoption of the 2022-2027 All Hazards Mitigation Plan for Cuyahoga County
• Easements for sidewalk and landscaping work on Andrew Sickle's property

City Council approved several zoning variances for residential generators and sheds, as well as a conditional use permit for Julie Billiart Schools. The council also authorized multiple service contracts for traffic engineering, municipal tax administration, and city utilities.

• Approved Resolution 5355 for municipal income tax consulting with William D. Logan (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5356 and 5357 for TMS Engineers traffic services (6-0)
• Adopted 2022-2027 All-Hazards Mitigation Plan via Resolution 5358 (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5566 establishing Mayor's compensation for 2024-2027 (6-0)
• Approved zoning variances for a generator at 9985 Barr Rd and a shed at 9455 Barr Rd (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Julie Billiart Schools at 8611 Wiese Road (6-0)
• Authorized $10 promotional discount for Community Center memberships in December (6-0)
• Increased public bid threshold from $25,000 to $49,999 effective Jan 1, 2023 (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and review four property variance appeals. These requests involve changes to generator placement, shed size, fence height, and garage parking dimensions.

• Generator placement at 9985 Barr Road
• Shed size increase to 308 sq. ft. at 9455 Barr Road
• Fence height and type changes at 6918 Westview Drive
• Garage parking space dimensions at 9210 Glenwood Trail

The Board recommended approval for a side-yard generator, an oversized shed, and a garage mudroom. A request for a 6-foot solid board fence was tabled to gather more information from the homeowner.

• Recommended approval for generator installation in side yard at 9985 Barr Road, subject to Fire Department review (5-0)
• Recommended approval for 308 sq. ft. shed at 9455 Barr Road (5-0)
• Tabled variance request for 6-ft solid board fence at 6918 Westview Drive
• Recommended approval for 10x17 enclosed parking space for mudroom construction at 9210 Glenwood Trail (4-1)
• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for Julie Billiart Schools. The meeting also includes sign approvals and work session discussions on local development projects.

• Public hearing for Julie Billiart Schools conditional use permit at 8611 Wiese Road
• Sign approval for Dollar Bank at 7500 Chippewa Rd.
• Consultation on DiGeronimo Companies Valor Acres Mixed-Use Phase 1
• Discussion of fence easement at 2383 Springside Oval
• Review of Snowville Business Center III at 5800 W. Snowville Rd.

The Commission recommended City Council approval for a conditional use permit for Julie Billiart Schools and preliminary approval for a speculative industrial building. It also approved replacement signage for Dollar Bank and a residential pool fence. A concept plan for the Valor Acres mixed-use development was discussed for future consideration.

• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for Julie Billiart Schools at 8611 Wiese Road (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary approval of 95,576 sq. ft. industrial building at 5800 W. Snowville Road (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary and final approval of pool fence at 2383 Springside Oval (6-0)
• Approved replacement signage permits for Dollar Bank at 7500 Chippewa Road and 8945 Brecksville Road (6-0)
• Appointed Ron Payto as Secretary to the Planning Commission (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes from October 20, 2022 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Work Session meeting minutes from October 20, 2022 (5-0, 1 abstain)

Charter Review Commission

The commission will conduct interviews with various city officials regarding Article V of the charter. These discussions focus on administrative officers, departments, boards, and commissions.

• Approval of October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Interviews with Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Commission chairs
• Interviews with Recreation and Civil Service Commission chairs
• Interviews with the Police Chief and Fire Chief

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational presentations and discussions regarding board term limits, police and fire operations, and spending thresholds.

• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will consider several recommendations for Council approval, including employee health, dental, and life insurance proposals. The agenda also includes requests for IT equipment at Blossom Field House and energy improvement projects at 7000 Fitzwater Road.

• $15,161.83 for Service Department Complex building repairs
• Employee healthcare, dental, and life insurance proposals
• $12,000.00 for Blossom Field House IT equipment
• Energy improvement projects at 7000 Fitzwater Road
• $3,713.66 for warning siren repairs

Various city committees recommended several ordinances and purchase requisitions to the full Council, including employee healthcare and dental plans, jail cell leasing, and building repairs. The Legislation Committee also recommended proceeding with energy improvement projects at 7000 Fitzwater Road.

• Recommended $15,161.83 for Service Department building repairs (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Medical Mutual of Ohio healthcare proposal (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Lincoln National Life dental and life insurance (3-0)
• Recommended $12,000 for Blossom Field House IT equipment (3-0)
• Recommended $3,810 for 2023 City Calendar printing (3-0)
• Recommended $3,713.66 for warning siren repairs (3-0)
• Recommended leasing one jail cell bed from North Royalton (3-0)
• Recommended three items for 7000 Fitzwater Road energy projects (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding special assessments for the 7000 Fitzwater Road energy improvement project. The agenda also includes reviewing proposals for employee healthcare, dental, and life insurance. Additionally, a lease agreement with North Royalton for jail services is up for consideration.

• Special assessments for the 7000 Fitzwater Road energy project
• Medical Mutual of Ohio proposal for employee healthcare insurance
• Lincoln National Life Insurance Company proposals for dental and life insurance
• Lease agreement with North Royalton for one jail cell bed
• Retaining Auditor of State Local Government Services for financial services

City Council approved several ordinances for energy improvements at 7000 Fitzwater Road and new employee healthcare, dental, and life insurance contracts. The council also authorized a jail cell lease with the City of North Royalton and approved various facility repairs and equipment purchases.

• Passed Resolution 5354 and Ordinances 5558 and 5559 for energy projects at 7000 Fitzwater Road (7-0)
• Approved Medical Mutual of Ohio for employee healthcare insurance (7-0)
• Approved Lincoln National Life Insurance Company for employee dental and life insurance (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5564 to lease one jail cell bed from the City of North Royalton (7-0)
• Approved $3,713.66 for warning siren repairs via Vasu Communications, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $15,161.83 for Service Department building repairs (7-0)
• Approved $12,000 for Blossom Field House IT equipment (7-0)
• Approved sign deviations for Keller Williams Elevate and Holding Space Psychotherapy (6-0-1 and 7-0)

Charter Review Commission

The commission will review Article V of the city charter, which covers administrative officers, departments, boards, and commissions. The meeting includes scheduled interviews with the Finance Director, Public Safety Director, Service Director, Law Director, and Clerk of Council.

• Approval of October 5, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Interviews with Finance Director, Public Safety Director, Service Director, Law Director, and Clerk of Council

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 5, 2022, meeting. Members and city directors discussed potential charter amendments regarding residency requirements, remote meetings, and the creation of a separate Human Resources department.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)

Recreation Commission

The meeting was largely procedural, with reports from various departments and a discussion of the 2023 Recommended Fee Schedule. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review sign applications for Keller Williams Elevate and Holding Space Psychotherapy. The meeting also includes a work session regarding a front yard setback at 9131 Snowville Rd. and Julie Billiart Schools.

• Sign application: Keller Williams Elevate, 8869 Brecksville Rd.
• Sign application: Holding Space Psychotherapy, 8927 Brecksville Rd.
• Front yard setback request: 9131 Snowville Rd.
• Discussion: Julie Billiart Schools - Brecksville, 8611 Wiese Rd.

The Planning Commission approved two sign requests with deviations from code: a 4.75 sq. ft. front and 12 sq. ft. rear wall sign for Keller Williams Elevate, and a 27.9 sq. ft. window sign for Holding Space Psychotherapy, both contingent on City Council approval. The Commission also scheduled public hearings for December 8, 2022 on a front yard setback at 9131 Snowville Road and for November 3, 2022 on a conditional use permit for Julie Billiart Schools at 8611 Wiese Road. Minutes from September 22, 2022 and the 2023 meeting schedule were approved unanimously.

• Approved two wall signs for Keller Williams Elevate at 8869 Brecksville Road with deviation (6-0)
• Approved 27.9 sq. ft. window sign for Holding Space Psychotherapy at 8927 Brecksville Road with deviation (6-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of September 22, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Work Session Minutes of September 22, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Planning Commission Schedule (6-0)
• Set public hearing for December 8, 2022 on front yard setback at 9131 Snowville Road (6-0)
• Set public hearing for November 3, 2022 on conditional use permit for Julie Billiart Schools at 8611 Wiese Road (6-0)

City Council Committees

The Brecksville City Council Committees will meet to consider various municipal projects and financial adjustments. Items include pool repairs, street studies, and software maintenance renewals. The agenda also includes a proposed subdivision agreement at Valor Acres.

• Subdivision and Escrow Agreement for DiGeronimo Canvas at Valor Acres
• $13,900 for Community Center and Human Services Center pool repairs
• $50,887.41 for Finance and Building Department software maintenance renewal
• $11,320 for the Mill Road Corridor Study by TMS Engineers, Inc.
• $4,084.26 for police Taser purchases from Axon Enterprise, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will review a subdivision agreement for the Canvas at Valor Acres Block D project. The meeting also includes discussions on a Mill Road corridor study and appointments to the Planning Commission.

• Subdivision and Escrow Agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC for Canvas at Valor Acres Block D
• Proposal from TMS Engineers, Inc. for a Mill Road corridor study
• Appointments of Lawry Kardos and Mark Jantzen to the Planning Commission
• Purchase of replacement refrigeration parts for the Human Services Center PoolPak unit
• Project Agreement Amendment No. 1 for the CUY-77-0.42 Interchange

Council approved a subdivision and escrow agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC for the Canvas at Valor Acres Block D Subdivision. Multiple other resolutions and ordinances were passed unanimously, including appointments to the Planning Commission and various purchasing authorizations. Several zoning appeals were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 5351 authorizing subdivision and escrow agreement with DiGeronimo Development LLC for Canvas at Valor Acres (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5349 appointing Lawry Kardos to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5350 appointing Mark Jantzen to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5352 authorizing registration with Equalis Group for cooperative purchasing (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5353 accepting TMS Engineers proposal for Mill Road corridor study (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5555 making appropriation adjustments for fiscal year 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5556 authorizing purchase of refrigeration system parts for Hurpan Services Center pool (6-0)
• Approved 8 zoning appeals including variances for sheds, fences, setbacks, and sidewalk requirements (all 6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and review multiple appeals for zoning variances. These requests involve changes to fence types, shed sizes, and building setbacks for various residential properties.

• Variance for a 256 sq. ft. shed at 9979 Barr Road
• Fence height and material variances at 8289 Brecksville Road
• Garage addition setback variance at 7464 Old Quarry Lane
• Sidewalk installation delays for new homes on Parkview Drive and Brecksville Road
• Front yard setback variance for a porch and addition at 6837 Oakes Road

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted to recommend approval of all eight variance requests to City Council. The variances included a larger shed, taller and alternative fencing, reduced setbacks, and sidewalk deferrals. All recommendations passed, with one fence variance approved 5-2.

• Recommended approval of 256 sq. ft. shed variance at 9979 Barr Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 6 ft. welded wire fence at 8289 Brecksville Road (5-2)
• Recommended approval of 8 ft. side yard setback for garage at 7464 Old Quarry Lane (7-0)
• Recommended approval of AC unit placement and sidewalk deferral at 9423 Parkview Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval of hog wire fence at 8066 Farview Oval (7-0)
• Recommended approval of shed on vacant lot at 5554 Miller Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of sidewalk deferral at 7788 Brecksville Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 52.5 ft. front setback for porch/addition at 6837 Oakes Road (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 6, 2022, was cancelled.

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will discuss several sections of the city charter, including municipal powers and the roles of the Mayor and Council. The meeting also includes a discussion on voting majority rules and a review of resident-submitted changes.

• Approval of September 27, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Discussion of Voting Majority Rules
• Review of Article I – Boundaries
• Review of Article II – Municipal Powers
• Review of Articles III and IV regarding the Mayor and Council

The Brecksville Charter Review Commission voted 8-1 to require six affirmative votes to forward a proposed charter amendment to City Council for the ballot. A motion requiring seven votes failed 3-6. The commission also discussed potential changes to the mayor's residency requirement and term limits, but took no action on those items.

• Approved 6-vote threshold to forward charter amendments to Council (8-1)
• Denied 7-vote threshold to forward charter amendments to Council (3-6)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2022 meeting (9-0)
• Discussed but took no action on mayor term limits
• Discussed but took no action on mayor residency requirement
• Discussed but took no action on council removal procedures
• Discussed but took no action on executive session time limits

City Council Committees

City Council committees will review several recommendations for council approval. These include grant applications for community planning and conservation, as well as equipment purchases for city departments. The meeting also includes updates on local road and utility projects.

• Economic Incentive Agreement with Physicians Ambulance Service, Inc.
• Architectural services for Old Town Hall Annex restrooms ($44,100.00)
• Purchase of snow plow blades and curb guards ($23,516.77)
• Purchase of 156 trees for the Healthy Urban Tree Canopy program ($24,182.00)
• Grant application for a Brecksville Road planning study

The Buildings & Grounds Committee recommended a $44,100 architectural contract for accessible restrooms at Old Town Hall Annex. The Finance Committee recommended an economic incentive agreement with Physicians Ambulance Service for relocation to 9200 Noble Park Drive, and approved applications for several grants. The Safety-Service Committee approved purchases for a sprayer, snow plow blades, and trees. All actions are recommendations to full Council.

• Recommended $44,100 architectural contract for Old Town Hall Annex restrooms (Buildings & Grounds, unanimous)
• Recommended $3,419 Trane Rover software purchase for Building Engineering (Finance, unanimous)
• Recommended application for Cuyahoga County Community Planning Grant for Brecksville Road study (Finance, unanimous)
• Recommended application for ODNR Land & Water Conservation Fund grant for Kids Quarters improvements (Finance, unanimous)
• Recommended resolution supporting West Creek Conservancy's Clean Ohio grant for Chippewa Creek Corridor (Finance, unanimous)
• Recommended economic incentive agreement with Physicians Ambulance Service for relocation to 9200 Noble Park Drive (Finance, unanimous)
• Approved $51,286.33 in professional bills (Finance, unanimous)
• Approved $4,442.90 sprayer, $23,516.77 snow plow blades, and $24,182.00 tree purchase (Safety-Service, unanimous)

City Council

Council unanimously passed an ordinance authorizing an economic incentive and job creation agreement with Physicians Ambulance Service, Inc. and related parties. Several resolutions were also approved, including grant applications for a Brecksville Road planning study, Kids Quarters improvements, and Chippewa Creek conservation. Council approved purchases for a sprayer, snow plow blades, and trees for the urban canopy program, as well as professional service bills totaling $51,286.33.

• Approved Ordinance 5554 authorizing economic incentive agreement with Physicians Ambulance Service (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5344 to apply for Cuyahoga County planning grant for Brecksville Road study (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5345 to apply for Land & Water Conservation Fund grant for Kids Quarters improvements (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5346 supporting West Creek Conservancy's Clean Ohio Greenspace grant for Chippewa Creek corridor (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5347 accepting Trane U.S. Inc. proposal for Rover software program for Engineering Department (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5348 accepting Makovich & Pusti Architects for Old Town Hall Annex accessible restrooms project (7-0)
• Approved $4,442.90 purchase of 200-gallon sprayer for Horticulture Department (7-0)
• Approved $11,402.04 purchase of snow plow blades and curb guards (7-0)

Charter Review Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items to organize the commission, including officer nominations and an oath of office. Mayor Hruby will introduce the charter review process, followed by comments from the Law Director.

• Nomination of officers
• Introduction of the charter review process
• Law Director comments regarding the charter review process
• Scheduling of future meetings

The Brecksville Charter Review Commission held its first organizational meeting, electing Gregory Skaljac as Chairperson, Daniel Bender as Vice Chairperson, and Eric Schirch as Secretary. The Commission set its quorum at five members and adopted a rule placing public comment at the end of each meeting with a five-minute limit per person. No substantive charter amendments were discussed or voted on; the meeting focused on process and ground rules.

• Elected Gregory Skaljac as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Daniel Bender as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Eric Schirch as Secretary (unanimous)
• Set quorum at five members for conducting business (unanimous)
• Adopted public comment at end of meetings, limited to five minutes per person (unanimous)

Records Commission

The Brecksville Public Records Commission is meeting to update the city's records retention schedule. This includes adding new categories for community development, economic development, and drug test results. The commission will also discuss text messaging records.

• Adding Community Development and Economic Development records to the retention schedule
• Adding initiative petition documents, labor union agreements, and personnel policies to the schedule
• Adding drug and alcohol test result records to the schedule
• Revising the insurance enrollment record schedule item
• Discussion regarding text messaging records

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review minutes from September 8, 2022 meetings. The agenda includes sign requests for Modern Yoga and Global Lighting Technologies Inc. A work session will address the Cuyahoga County Public Library Drive-Up Window.

• Sign request: Modern Yoga at 10010 Brecksville Rd.
• Sign request: Global Lighting Technologies Inc. at 55 Andrews Circle.
• Work session: Cuyahoga County Public Library Drive-Up Window at 9089 Brecksville Rd.

The Planning Commission approved two 8 sq. ft. wall signs for Modern Yoga at 10010 Brecksville Road, allowing a deviation from the one-sign-per-unit code. The commission also approved a replacement wall sign and door sign for Global Lighting Technologies Inc. at 55 Andrews Circle. A work session discussed a proposed drive-up window for the Cuyahoga County Public Library but took no final action, citing concerns about turning radius, building protection, and architectural fit.

• Approved two 8 sq. ft. wall signs for Modern Yoga at 10010 Brecksville Road, with deviations from Section 1187.10(c) (4-0)
• Approved a 17.94 sq. ft. replacement wall sign and 1.7 sq. ft. door sign for Global Lighting Technologies Inc. at 55 Andrews Circle (4-0)
• Approved September 8, 2022 Public Hearing minutes on solar panels at 6816 Oakes Road (4-0)
• Approved September 8, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 8, 2022 Work Session minutes (4-0)

Telecommunications Commission

The commission will approve minutes from April 20, 2022, and administer an oath of office to Gary Marzec. The agenda also includes the election of a chairperson, customer complaints, and franchise fees.

• Oath of Office - Gary Marzec
• Election of Chairperson
• Approval of April 20, 2022 minutes
• Customer Complaints
• Franchise Fees

The meeting was largely procedural and informational. The commission swore in new member Gary Marzec, elected John Guardado as chairman, and approved minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed franchise fees for the first two quarters of 2022 and reviewed several customer complaints about cable and phone line issues, all of which were reported as resolved. No substantive decisions were made beyond the administrative actions.

• Swore in new member Gary Marzec to replace Michael Berlin's unexpired term
• Elected John Guardado as Chairman (all approved)
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting (all approved)

City Council Committees

The Buildings & Grounds Committee will review goals, safety, and timelines for the Kids' Quarters project. No specific items are listed for the other scheduled committees.

• Tour of Kids’ Quarters
• Review of project goals and objectives
• Discussion of access and safety issues
• Project schedule and timeline review

The Buildings & Grounds Committee held a public hearing and toured the 28-year-old Kids Quarters playground at the Community Center. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on planning a renovation, including grant applications, ADA upgrades, and community input. A two-year completion goal for the playground's 30th anniversary in 2024 was suggested.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was a work session for planning the playground renovation

Community Improvement Corporation

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation will meet to approve minutes from March 1, 2022. The board will consider liability insurance from Wichert Insurance and a resolution to transfer certain funds to the City.

• Consideration of Commercial General Liability and Directors & Officers Liability Insurance from Wichert Insurance
• Consideration of a resolution to transfer certain funds to the City
• Approval of March 1, 2022 minutes

The Brecksville Community Improvement Corporation approved commercial general liability and directors & officers liability insurance from Wichert Insurance, and approved a resolution to transfer certain funds to the city. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved minutes from March 1, 2022.

• Approved minutes from March 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved commercial general liability and directors & officers liability insurance from Wichert Insurance (5-0)
• Approved resolution to transfer certain funds to the city (5-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will consider several equipment purchases, including a new greenhouse and baseball field lighting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding flood reduction projects and updates to the aquatics department.

• Purchase of a GrowSpan greenhouse for $51,834.78 plus a $10,165.22 contingency
• Re-lamping of Baseball Fields E & F at Blossom Hill for up to $11,902.50
• Purchase of a new refrigerator for the Community Center Kitchen for $4,844.00
• Cost sharing agreement with NEORSD for the Riverview/Wiese/Greenhaven Flood Reduction Project
• Purchase of 99 trees for fall planting totaling $15,768.00

The Legislation Committee voted to request the Law Director prepare legislation for Brecksville to join the NOPEC PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) program, with a $5,000 initiation fee included in borrower applications. The Buildings & Grounds Committee recommended approval of several purchases, including a $51,834.78 greenhouse, a $10,350 re-lamping of baseball fields, and a $4,844 refrigerator. The Finance Committee recommended approval of a liquor permit for 1811 Bar Room & Specialty Shop at 7730 Chippewa Road and various financial resolutions. The Streets & Sidewalks Committee recommended a cost-sharing agreement with NEORSD for a flood reduction project, with Brecksville's share estimated at $700,000 over five years. All committee recommendations are forwarded to the full City Council for final action.

• Requested Law Director prepare legislation for PACE program membership (3-0)
• Recommended purchase of $51,834.78 greenhouse for Service Department (3-0)
• Recommended $10,350 re-lamping of baseball fields E & F at Blossom Hill (3-0)
• Recommended $4,844 refrigerator for Community Center kitchen (3-0)
• Recommended $5,000 engineering contract for pool pump replacement project (3-0)
• Recommended $15,768 purchase of 99 trees for fall planting (3-0)
• Recommended no objection to liquor permit for 1811 Bar Room & Specialty Shop (3-0)
• Recommended cost-sharing agreement with NEORSD for flood reduction project (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding employee compensation and various equipment purchases. The agenda includes a cost-sharing agreement for the Riverview/Wiese/Greenhaven flood reduction project. Members will also review liquor permit requests and pool pump replacement proposals.

• Liquor permit request for Blue Habanero at 8934 Brecksville Road
• Purchase of a GrowSpan greenhouse for the Service Department
• Flood reduction cost-sharing agreement with NEORSD
• Re-lamping of baseball fields E & F at Blossom Hill
• Pool pump replacement proposal from Sixmo Architects + Engineers

Brecksville City Council unanimously approved seven ordinances and four resolutions, including purchases of a greenhouse, refrigerator, and sports lighting, as well as a cost-share agreement with the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District for flood reduction at Riverview Road. Council also approved a liquor permit for 1811 Bar Room & Specialty Shop, three site plans with deviations, and several administrative items. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved liquor permit for 1811 Bar Room & Specialty Shop LLC at 7730 Chippewa Road
• Passed Ordinance 5547 authorizing purchase of a GrowSpan Series 2000 commercial greenhouse for the Service Department
• Passed Ordinance 5550 authorizing purchase of a True T49 Reach-In Refrigerator for the Community Center kitchen
• Passed Ordinance 5551 authorizing purchase of sports lighting for re-lamping baseball fields E & F at Blossom Hill
• Passed Resolution 5341 authorizing a Community Cost-Share Agreement with NEORSD for flood reduction at Riverview Road
• Approved a 22.5 sq. ft. wall sign for 1811 Specialty Shop at 7730 Chippewa Road with a deviation from the 16 sq. ft. maximum
• Approved a solar panel installation at 6816 Oakes Road with a deviation from rooftop rear-yard requirement
• Approved a paved patio and meditation garden for Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church at 9201 Brecksville Road

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a residential solar photovoltaic system at 6816 Oakes Road. The agenda also includes sign requests and work session discussions for local developments. A requested permit for Hopebridge has been withdrawn.

• Solar photovoltaic system deviation at 6816 Oakes Road
• Sign request for Independence Cement at 9240 Noble Park Dr.
• Sign request for 1811 Specialty Shop at 7730 Chippewa Rd.
• Patio and meditation garden at 9201 Brecksville Rd.
• New building for Snowville Business Center III at 5800 W. Snowville Rd.

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and work session on a request to add three solar panels to an existing system at 6816 Oakes Road. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the solar panel system installation, contingent on utility company interconnection approval and a deviation allowing the array to face the side yard. The Commission also approved two sign permits and recommended approval of a patio and meditation garden for Christ The Redeemer Lutheran Church.

• Recommended City Council approval of solar panel addition at 6816 Oakes Road (4-0)
• Approved 46 sq. ft. wall sign for Independence Cement at 9240 Noble Park Drive (4-0)
• Approved 22.5 sq. ft. wall sign for 1811 Specialty Shop at 7730 Chippewa Road, contingent on City Council deviation (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of paved patio and meditation garden for Christ The Redeemer Lutheran Church at 9201 Brecksville Road (4-0)
• Approved Public Hearing meeting minutes of August 25, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes of August 25, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Work Session meeting minutes of August 25, 2022 (4-0)

City Council Committees

The Brecksville City Council committees met on September 6, 2022, and approved multiple items, including a resolution to join the NOPEC PACE program for energy efficiency loans, a grant application for body cameras, and an ordinance for the I-77/Miller Road interchange project. All votes were unanimous in each committee. The meetings were procedural, with no substantive decisions made beyond the approvals listed.

• Approved NOPEC PACE program presentation and discussion (unanimous)
• Approved resolution commending Mark Coyner on retirement (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Gary Marzec to Telecommunication Commission (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for Urban Canopy Restoration Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $890 increase to roof replacement purchase order at 4430 Oakes Road (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance for tennis court lighting grant agreement with ODNR (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Municode subscription (unanimous)
• Approved grant to Brecksville-Broadview Heights Community Awareness and Prevention Association (unanimous)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council is reviewing several items including highway improvement projects and grant applications. This includes legislation for the I-77/Miller Road interchange and applications for urban canopy and body camera grants. The council will also consider budget appropriations and appointments to local commissions.

• Legislation for the I-77/Miller Road interchange project
• Grant applications for urban canopy restoration and police body cameras
• Escrow agreement with ODOT and PNC Bank for highway improvements
• Settlement agreement regarding a driveway repair
• Ordinance for city expense appropriations through 2022

Council passed 14 resolutions and 2 ordinances, all unanimously. Key actions included final legislation for the I-77/Miller Road diamond interchange project, approval of a settlement agreement with residents regarding driveway repair, and authorization to apply for grants including body-worn cameras and urban canopy restoration. Council also approved several sign variances and a conditional use permit for a dance studio.

• Approved final legislation for I-77/Miller Road interchange project (7-0)
• Authorized settlement agreement with Dennis & Paula Kander for driveway repair at 2415 Boston Road (7-0)
• Authorized grant application for body-worn cameras through Office of Criminal Justice Services (7-0)
• Authorized grant application for 2023 Urban Canopy Restoration Grant through ODNR/USDA Forest Service (7-0)
• Approved $3,420 for firing range filter maintenance at Police Department (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Taser cartridges from Axon Enterprise for training and recertification (7-0)
• Approved $890 increase for roof replacement project at 4430 Oakes Road (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Revel Dance Complex at 10217 Brecksville Road (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to consider several items. These include establishing a Charter Review Commission and amending appropriations for the 2022 fiscal year. The council will also review equipment purchases for Blossom Hill Fieldhouse and repairs for the Human Services Building elevator.

• Resolution establishing a Charter Review Commission
• Ordinance amending appropriations for 2022 fiscal year expenses
• Purchase of portable bleachers and benches for Blossom Hill Fieldhouse
• $59,135.00 purchase requisition for Blossom Field House equipment
• $4,995.00 emergency elevator repair in the Human Services Building

Council passed a resolution establishing a Charter Review Commission and confirmed the mayor's appointments of nine members and one alternate. They also approved an ordinance amending appropriations for the Blossom Field House, authorized bleacher purchases, and approved a blanket vendor purchase for ancillary items. Additionally, an emergency elevator repair was approved.

• Approved Resolution 5326 establishing Charter Review Commission (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5542 amending appropriations for Blossom Field House (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5543 authorizing bleacher purchase from MidStates Recreation (6-0)
• Approved $59,135 blanket vendor purchase for Blossom Field House ancillary items (6-0)
• Approved $4,995 emergency elevator repair by Gable Elevator (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for the Revel Dance Complex. The meeting also includes work session discussions on solar panel installation, microwave dishes, and sign requests.

• Public hearing for Revel Dance Complex conditional use permit at 10217 Brecksville Rd.
• Sign requests for The Nest School and Advanced Turf Solutions
• Solar panel installation discussion at 6430 Queens Way
• T-Mobile microwave dish discussions for Miller Rd. and W. Snowville Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of a conditional use permit for Revel Dance Complex at 10217 Brecksville Road, after the applicant provided documentation of 40 total parking spaces. The Commission also approved signage for The Nest School and Advanced Turf Solutions, recommended final approval for a solar panel installation at 6430 Queens Way, and recommended approval of T-Mobile microwave dishes at two cell tower sites. A major subdivision consultation for a 45.46-acre parcel on Snowville Road was discussed but no decision was made.

• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Revel Dance Complex (5-0)
• Approved signage for The Nest School with deviation for five colors (5-0)
• Approved signage package for Advanced Turf Solutions with three deviations (5-0)
• Recommended final approval of solar panel installation at 6430 Queens Way with deviation (5-0)
• Waived public hearing for T-Mobile microwave dish at 6898 Miller Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of T-Mobile microwave dish at 6898 Miller Road (5-0)
• Waived public hearing for T-Mobile microwave dish at 6896 W. Snowville Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of T-Mobile microwave dish at 6896 W. Snowville Road (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Brecksville Recreation Commission will conduct elections for officers and review several departmental reports. The agenda also includes an update on Stadium Drive and discussion regarding dugout covering.

• Nomination and election of officers
• Stadium Drive update
• Dugout covering

City Council Committees

City Council committees will review several infrastructure proposals, including the Glenwood Trail Improvement Project and various utility easements. The agenda also includes discussions on economic development agreements, employee benefits, and maintenance contracts for city buildings.

• $4,550,000 in notes for Miller Road and I-77 interchange expansion
• $3,380,515 bid acceptance for the Glenwood Trail Improvement Project
• $23,910 for engineering services for audible pedestrian signals at 21 & 82, City Hall, and Arlington Street
• Economic development agreement with Tide Cleaners
• $7,750 for landscape architectural services for Brecksville's Kids Quarters

The Buildings & Grounds Committee recommended approving a $7,750 contract with Knight & Stolar for landscape architectural services to revitalize Brecksville's Kids Quarters playground. The Utilities Committee recommended accepting a $3,380,515 bid from CATTS Construction for the Glenwood Trail Improvement Project and authorizing $84,500 in construction management services. All recommendations will go to full Council for final approval.

• Recommended approval of $7,750 contract with Knight & Stolar for Kids Quarters playground master plan (Buildings & Grounds Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of $3,380,515 bid from CATTS Construction for Glenwood Trail Improvement Project (Utilities Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended authorization of $84,500 for Donald G. Bohning & Associates for Glenwood Trail construction management (Utilities Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $13,450 HVAC equipment purchase for 4410 Oakes Road (Buildings & Grounds Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $5,916 asbestos window removal at 4450 Oakes Road (Buildings & Grounds Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $4,004 for annual boiler maintenance at Police Station and Community Center (Buildings & Grounds Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $16,302 blanket purchase for athletic field repairs (Buildings & Grounds Committee, unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $8,000 increase to Brine Tank & Vehicle Storage Building project (Buildings & Grounds Committee, unanimous)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the Plan of Operation and Governance for the NOPEC Opt-Out and Opt-In Natural Gas Aggregation Program. This follows a previously announced hearing date of August 2, 2022.

• Public hearing for the NOPEC Natural Gas Aggregation Program plan

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and utility proposals, including a natural gas aggregation program. The agenda includes grant applications for road connectivity and culvert replacements. Members will also consider various easement requests and economic development incentives.

• Issuance of up to $4,550,000 in notes for Miller Road and I-77 interchange improvements
• Acceptance of a landscape architectural proposal for the Brecksville Kids Quarters Playground
• Application for Ohio Public Works funding for Riverview Road culvert and pavement projects
• Economic development agreement with DMS Retail Enterprises, LLC regarding job incentives
• Acceptance of the CATTS Construction Inc. bid for the Glenwood Trail Project

City Council approved all items on the agenda, including a $4.55 million note for the Miller Road and Interstate 77 interchange expansion, a natural gas aggregation program with NOPEC, and an economic incentive agreement with Tide Cleaners. Council also approved several resolutions for easements, grants, and professional services, plus various purchase requisitions and committee recommendations. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except where noted.

• Approved $4.55M note issuance for Miller Road/I-77 interchange expansion (7-0)
• Approved NOPEC natural gas aggregation program plan (7-0)
• Approved economic incentive agreement with DMS Retail Enterprises LLC dba Tide Cleaners (7-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for OPWC funding for Riverview Road culvert replacement (7-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for USDOT grant for Brecksville Road connectivity study (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of Knight & Stolar proposal for Kids Quarters Playground landscape services (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of three storm sewer easements (7-0 each)
• Approved Catts Construction bid for Glenwood Trail Improvement Project (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special session to reconsider a request from Sherwin-Williams. The company has requested permission to begin concrete pouring and finishing at 4:00 AM starting August 10, 2022.

• Reconsideration of Sherwin-Williams request for 4:00 AM construction start

Council approved a motion allowing contractors at the Sherwin Williams site to begin concrete pours at 4:00 AM, with notification to neighboring residents, through September 30, 2022. The decision followed discussion of heat-related safety concerns and resident complaints about noise and light. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved early concrete pours at Sherwin Williams site starting 4:00 AM with resident notification through Sept 30, 2022 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider an appeal from James Humel regarding a shed size variance. The request seeks to increase the maximum allowed area from 192 square feet to 384 square feet.

• Variance request for a shed at 10614 Fitzwater Road
• Approval of July 11, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to allow a 384 sq. ft. shed at 10614 Fitzwater Road, exceeding the 192 sq. ft. maximum. The applicant argued a single larger shed was more aesthetic and cost-effective than two smaller sheds. The vote was unanimous (7-0).

• Approved variance for 384 sq. ft. shed at 10614 Fitzwater Road (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 11, 2022 regular meeting (6-0-1 abstention)

Planning Commission

The commission will review sign applications for two local businesses. The work session includes discussions regarding solar panel additions, a dance complex, and an autism therapy center.

• Sign applications for 6780 Southpointe Parkway and 8801 Brecksville Rd.
• Solar panel addition at 6816 Oakes Rd.
• Clubhouse and pool project at 8600 Lavender Lane
• Revel Dance Complex at 10217 Brecksville Rd.
• Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center at 6650 W. Snowville Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved four sign requests for Advanced Turf Solutions and King Tut Restaurant, recommended final approval for the Valor Acres Community Building and Pool, and scheduled public hearings for a solar panel addition, Revel Dance Complex, and Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved 4 signs for Advanced Turf Solutions at 6780 Southpointe Parkway (4-0)
• Approved wall sign for King Tut Restaurant at 8801 Brecksville Road (4-0)
• Recommended final approval for Valor Acres Community Building and Pool at 8600 Lavender Lane (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Gascoyne solar panel addition at 6816 Oakes Rd. for Sept. 8, 2022 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Revel Dance Complex conditional use permit for Aug. 25, 2022 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center conditional use permit for Sept. 8, 2022 (4-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will consider establishing a natural gas aggregation program through NOPEC. The Finance Committee will review a vehicle lease and an increase in funding for Human Services Kitchen supplies. Officials will also discuss construction services for the I-77/Miller Road Interchange Project.

• Establishment of a NOPEC natural gas aggregation opt-in program
• 24-month lease for a new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
• $3,000 increase for Human Services Kitchen disposable supplies
• Proposal from Euthenics, Inc. for I-77/Miller Road Interchange Project services
• Appointment of Connor S. Mares as a part-time firefighter paramedic

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to maintain the 7:00 AM–7:00 PM construction hours at the Valor Acres site, rejecting a contractor request to start concrete pouring at 4:00 AM. Several residents testified about noise and light disturbances. Other committees recommended approval of a $250,000 ARPA grant application, a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee lease, a part-time firefighter appointment, and storm sewer easements for the Glenwood Trail Project.

• Valor Acres construction hours kept at 7 AM–7 PM (6-0)
• Recommended approval of ARPA grant application for up to $250,000 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 24-month lease of 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee with $8,500 trade-in (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $3,000 increase for Human Services kitchen disposables (3-0)
• Recommended approval of appointment of Connor S. Mares as part-time firefighter paramedic (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Euthenics, Inc. proposal for I-77/Miller Road Interchange construction services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of storm sewer easement at 3158 Royalton Road (2-0)
• Recommended approval of storm sewer easement at 9259 Glenwood Trail (2-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council is conducting a public hearing regarding the Plan of Operation and Governance for the NOPEC Opt-Out and Opt-In Natural Gas Aggregation Program. This meeting is one of two scheduled hearings, with the second occurring on August 16, 2022.

• Public hearing on the Plan of Operation and Governance for the NOPEC Natural Gas Aggregation Program

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will review several ordinances and resolutions. Items include establishing a natural gas aggregation program through NOPEC and creating a "Do Not Knock Registry." The council will also consider vehicle leases, grant applications, and utility easements.

• Appointment of Connor Mares as part-time firefighter/paramedic
• 24-month lease for a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
• Grant application for Cuyahoga County American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Proposal from Euthenics, Inc. for the I-77/Miller Road Interchange Project
• Establishment of a "Do Not Knock Registry" in the Business Regulations Code

Council held a public hearing and then approved an opt-in natural gas aggregation program through NOPEC (Ordinance 5533) and moved a related plan of operation and governance to second reading (Ordinance 5534). Several other resolutions and ordinances were passed, including hiring a part-time firefighter/paramedic, leasing a vehicle for the mayor, applying for ARPA funding, accepting proposals and easements for the Miller Road Interchange Project, and establishing a Do Not Knock Registry. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Ordinance 5533 authorizing opt-in natural gas aggregation through NOPEC (6-0)
• Moved Ordinance 5534 approving NOPEC plan of operation and governance to second reading (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5311 appointing Connor S. Mares as part-time firefighter/paramedic (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5312 authorizing lease of 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee for mayor (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5313 authorizing application for ARPA funding through Cuyahoga County (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5314 accepting Euthenics, Inc. proposal for Miller Road Interchange Project services (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5315 accepting sewer and sidewalk easement from Craig E. Ruth (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5316 accepting sewer easement from Grayson Family Trust (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review reports from the Mayor, Director, and various facility areas. New business includes a review of the January-June 2022 budget snapshot and a comparison of community center usage numbers.

• Budget Snapshot Jan-June 2022
• Community Center Usage Numbers June-July 2021 vs 2022

The Recreation Commission discussed priorities for installing turf on city fields, with members leaning toward a new multi-sport turf field at Stadium Drive as the top priority. Council approved the Blossom Hill Field House rates, re-appropriated grant money for tennis court lights, and increased the staff uniforms purchase order. No formal votes were taken on the turf project; it remains a discussion item.

• Approved June 27, 2022 minutes as written
• Council approved Blossom Hill Field House rates (reported)
• Council approved re-appropriation of grant monies for tennis court lights (reported)
• Council approved increase to staff uniforms blanket purchase order (reported)

City Council Committees

City Council committees will review several proposals including a new enterprise resource planning software system and tennis court lighting upgrades. The agenda also includes discussions on property transfers for the I-77 and Miller Road interchange project.

• $1,406,724 contract for Tyler Technologies Citywide ERP software
• $118,000 total for new lighting at Brecksville Tennis Courts
• Warranty deeds for the I-77 and Miller Road Interchange Project
• $9,996.12 purchase of a new brine tank for the Service Department
• Memorandum of Understanding regarding a Middle School Resource Officer

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and recommended several items to full Council, including a new tennis court lighting system, a citywide ERP software contract, and a school resource officer MOU. The Legislation Committee discussed NOPEC programs and requested draft legislation. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations for Council approval.

• Recommended approval of $118,000 tennis court lighting system from Musco Sports Lighting (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,406,724 Tyler Technologies ERP software contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2,200 increase for lifeguard uniform shorts (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2,500 cemetery grant application to Ohio Department of Commerce (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Blossom Hill Field House rental rates (3-0)
• Recommended approval of appropriations ordinance amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of MOU with school district for Middle School Resource Officer (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $9,996.12 brine tank purchase (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning proposals for 9457 Highland Dr. and Edgerton Road that would be submitted to voters for approval. The agenda also includes establishing a school resource officer program and approving various city contracts and purchases.

• Rezoning of 9457 Highland Dr. from Community Facilities to Single Family Residential
• Rezoning of 0000 S. Edgerton to include a Planned Development Overlay District
• Memorandum of Understanding for a Middle School Resource Officer program
• Application for a $2,500 cemetery grant from the Ohio Department of Commerce
• Purchase of replacement fire truck tires from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Council approved Ordinance 5522 to place a rezoning question on the ballot for 9457 Highland Drive, changing it from C-F Community Facilities to R-20 Single Family Residential with conditional uses. The council also approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including a school resource officer MOU and various purchases. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the rezoning.

• Approved Ordinance 5522 to submit rezoning of 9457 Highland Drive to voters (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 5523 for Planned Development Overlay at 0000 S. Edgerton (7-0)
• Authorized extinguishment of sanitary sewer easement (Resolution 5305) (7-0)
• Accepted warranty deeds from 6850 Miller Road Holding Co. and Grand Bay Plaza (Resolutions 5306, 5307) (7-0)
• Authorized MOU with school district for School Resource Officer program (Resolution 5308) (7-0)
• Approved FY2023 Cemetery Grant application (Resolution 5309) (7-0)
• Approved Tyler Technologies software agreement (Resolution 5310) (7-0)
• Approved appropriation adjustments and various purchases (Ordinances 5529-5532) (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider several requests for zoning variances, including changes to street lengths and sidewalks for The Woodlands of Snowville. Other items include requests for residential setbacks, driveway materials, and an appeal regarding a building violation notice.

• Variances for street length and sidewalks at The Woodlands of Snowville
• Request to allow a chicken coop setback at 8308 Fitzwater Road
• Variance for a gravel driveway at 9500 Brecksville Road
• Appeal regarding a camper removal violation notice at 9391 Highland Drive
• Request for a larger pool house at 6578 Summer Wind Drive

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted on eight variance requests. Six were recommended for approval to City Council, including a deck setback, front porch addition, subdivision variances, a front-yard shed, a patio setback, and a pool house. Two were denied: a chicken coop variance at 8308 Fitzwater Road and a gravel driveway at 9500 Brecksville Road. The Board also upheld the Building Department's violation notice regarding a camper at 9391 Highland Drive.

• Approved variance for 37.5 ft rear yard setback for deck at 12915 Chippewa Rd (5-0)
• Approved variance for 10 ft front yard setback for porch at 7601 Fitzwater Rd (5-0)
• Approved variances for Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3 (5-0)
• Approved variance for front-yard shed at 9333 Highland Dr (5-0)
• Approved variance for 7 in side yard setback for patio at 6906 Daisy Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for 307 sq ft pool house at 6578 Summer Wind Dr (5-0)
• Denied variance for chicken coop at 8308 Fitzwater Rd (3-2)
• Denied variance for gravel driveway at 9500 Brecksville Rd (2-3)

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Brecksville Planning Commission on July 07, 2022, indicates that no meeting was held. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council Committees

The City Council Committees will review several proposals including equipment purchases and service agreements. Items include a $47,562.64 skid steer loader for the Service Department and a $28,000 jail housing lease with North Royalton. The committees will also discuss zoning amendments regarding non-commercial trailers and watercraft.

• Purchase of a Bobcat Skid Steer Loader for $47,562.64
• $28,000 lease agreement with North Royalton for jail housing services
• Zoning amendments for non-commercial trailers and watercraft
• $1,545.00 increase for traffic signal verification on Oakes Road
• $4,247.13 permit application fee for the Glenwood Trail project

The Brecksville City Council committees met on July 5, 2022, and approved several items, including amendments to the Planning & Zoning Code for accessory uses (trailers/watercraft) and updates to contractor registration rules. They also approved a $3.6 million appropriation increase for escrow releases related to the VA residential project, a $47,562.64 Bobcat skid steer purchase, and a jail housing lease with North Royalton. The School Resource Officer MOU was tabled.

• Approved accessory use amendments to Chapter 1151.06 (trailers/watercraft) (2-0)
• Approved contractor registration amendments to Chapter 1311 (2-0)
• Approved $3.6M appropriation increase for VA residential escrow release (2-0)
• Approved $47,562.64 Bobcat skid steer purchase for Service Dept (5-0)
• Approved $28,000 jail housing lease with North Royalton (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 increase to American Legal Publishing PO (2-0)
• Approved $45,852.83 in professional bills (2-0)
• Tabled School Resource Officer MOU

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to submit zoning changes for 9457 Highland Drive and 0000 S. Edgerton Road to voters. The agenda also includes a liquor permit consideration and a jail services lease with North Royalton.

• Rezoning of 9457 Highland Dr. from Community Facilities to Single Family Residential
• Proposed Planned Development Overlay District for 0000 S. Edgerton Road
• Liquor permit objection consideration for Blue Habanero at 8934 Brecksville Road
• Purchase of a Bobcat Skid Steer Loader and related equipment
• Lease agreement with North Royalton for jail housing and services

Council voted to move Ordinance 5522 (rezoning 9457 Highland Drive from C-F to R-20 with conditional uses) to third and final reading, after reconsidering and re-voting. Residents spoke against the rezoning, urging the city to buy the land instead. Council also passed several ordinances and resolutions, including appropriations, a Bobcat purchase, zoning code amendments, a jail lease with North Royalton, and acceptance of school district donations.

• Moved Ordinance 5522 (Highland Drive rezoning) to third reading (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Moved Ordinance 5523 (Edgerton Road overlay) to third reading (5-0)
• Approved liquor permit for Blue Habanero (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5524 (appropriation adjustments) (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5525 (Bobcat purchase) (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5526 (accessory uses amendment) (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5527 (contractor registration amendment) (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 5528 (jail lease with North Royalton) (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review reports from the Mayor, Council, and various department directors. The meeting includes a discussion regarding proposed rates for Blossom Hill Field House.

• Proposed rates for Blossom Hill Field House
• Reports from the Athletic Area and Aquatic Area
• CVYO Report

The Brecksville Recreation Commission unanimously recommended the proposed Blossom Hill Field House rental rates to City Council for approval. The commission also heard reports on aquatic and athletic programs, including umpire shortages and upcoming fall registrations. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended Blossom Hill Field House rental rates to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2022 meeting minutes as written

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a residential solar photovoltaic system deviation at 6430 Queens Way. The agenda also includes sign requests and reports from the Mayor, City Engineer, and Council Representative.

• Public hearing for a residential solar photovoltaic system deviation at 6430 Queens Way
• Sign request for Brecksville Dentistry at 8871 Brecksville Rd.
• Approval of June 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Brecksville Planning Commission approved a signage application for Brecksville Dentistry at 8871 Brecksville Road, contingent on City Council approval of two code deviations. The applicant withdrew a request for a rear wall sign during the meeting. The commission also held a public hearing and work session on a solar panel installation at 6430 Queens Way, but took no final action, requesting additional renderings and documentation.

• Approved Brecksville Dentistry signage: 10.6 sq ft wall sign and 3.2 sq ft per side ground sign, contingent on City Council approval of deviations (6-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of June 9, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Work Session Meeting Minutes of June 9, 2022 (6-0)
• Took no action on solar panel installation at 6430 Queens Way; continued to work session for further review

City Council Committees

Brecksville City Council Committees are reviewing motions to recommend various zoning changes and infrastructure projects to the full Council. The agenda includes rezoning requests, building maintenance contracts, and utility upgrades.

• Rezoning 0000 S. Edgerton Rd to include an event center/gathering room
• $82,290.57 in change orders for the Brecksville Aquatics Center
• Rezoning 9457 Highland Dr via a question to electors
• $23,140.00 piping replacement at 4440 Oakes Road
• $23,933.86 purchase of a Kubota utility vehicle for the Recreation Department

The Buildings & Grounds Committee recommended approval of two change orders for the Aquatic Center project totaling $82,290.57, with the city's actual cost reduced to $62,290.57 after a $20,000 credit from the architect. Other committees recommended approvals for roof replacements, a utility vehicle, an ambulance cot upgrade, and various appropriations and rezoning measures. The NOPEC discussion was tabled until a later meeting.

• Recommended approval of Aquatic Center Change Orders #58 and #59 totaling $82,290.57 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $13,470 purchase requisition for Post Office roof replacement (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $8,900 purchase requisition for Blossom Hill Building #10 roof replacement (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $23,140 blanket purchase requisition for Oakes Road piping replacement (3-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending appropriations for fiscal year 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 0000 S. Edgerton Rd to allow event center (3-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 9457 Highland Dr to single-family residential (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $23,933.86 purchase of Kubota utility vehicle (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider ordinances regarding rezoning for properties on Highland Drive and Edgerton Road. The agenda also includes the purchase of a utility vehicle for the Community Center and updates to city appropriations and tax budgets.

• Rezoning 9457 Highland Dr. from community facilities to single-family residential
• Proposed Planned Development Overlay District for 0000 S. Edgerton Road
• Purchase of a Kubota Worksite Utility Vehicle for the Community Center
• Amendments to appropriations for fiscal year 2022 expenses
• Adoption of the 2023 alternate format Tax Budget

The Brecksville City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including appropriations adjustments, the 2023 alternate format tax budget, fund transfers, and the purchase of a Kubota utility vehicle. They also moved two rezoning ordinances to second reading and approved multiple variances and project approvals.

• Approved Ordinance 5520 appropriations adjustments (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5302 2023 alternate format tax budget (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5303 fund transfers (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5521 Kubota utility vehicle purchase (7-0)
• Moved Ordinance 5522 Highland Drive rezoning to second reading (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Moved Ordinance 5523 S. Edgerton Road overlay to second reading (7-0)
• Approved six zoning variances (all 7-0)
• Approved Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3 preliminary plat (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and review several appeals for zoning variances. These items include requests for changes to setbacks and building sizes for sheds, garages, and road ramps.

• Variance for a shed at 10340 Whitewood Road
• Variance for a detached garage at 8506 Brecksville Road
• Variance for a garage addition at 8643 Brecksville Road
• Variance for Miller Road ramps construction
• Variance for driveway location at 11766 Snowville Road

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted to recommend City Council approval of five zoning variances, including a shed size and setback variance at 10340 Whitewood Road, a detached garage size and driveway variance at 8506 Brecksville Road, a garage addition setback variance at 8643 Brecksville Road, a rear setback variance for the new Miller Road ramps, and a garage addition setback variance at 4555 Hunting Valley Lane. The Board tabled two appeals: a driveway location variance at 11766 Snowville Road and a shed size and front-yard placement variance at 7975 Seth Payne Street. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Miller Road ramps variance and one abstention on the Hunting Valley Lane variance.

• Approved variance for shed at 10340 Whitewood Road (320 sq ft, 5-ft setback) (7-0)
• Approved variance for detached garage at 8506 Brecksville Road (900 sq ft, no hard-surface driveway) (7-0)
• Approved variance for garage addition at 8643 Brecksville Road (5-ft side yard setback) (7-0)
• Approved variance for Miller Road ramps rear setback (50-ft minimum) (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved variance for garage addition at 4555 Hunting Valley Lane (9-ft side yard, 24-ft total) (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled driveway variance at 11766 Snowville Road (0-ft from intersection)
• Tabled shed variance at 7975 Seth Payne Street (336 sq ft, front yard on corner lot)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission will review minutes from May 2022 meetings and receive reports from the Mayor, City Engineer, and Council Representative. The work session includes discussions regarding Highland Dr. Elementary School re-zoning and several development projects.

• Highland Dr. Elementary School Re-zoning at 9457 Highland Dr.
• Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3 at Snowville Rd. & Dewey Rd.
• Sherwin Williams Co. at 6701 Miller Rd.
• Wilmington Dr. Subdivision Consultation

The Planning Commission approved minutes from the May 26, 2022 public hearings and regular/work session meetings. They recommended preliminary approval for the Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3 subdivision, final approval for the Sherwin Williams Industrial Planned Development Area, and final approval for the Highland Drive Elementary School rezoning, all contingent on further approvals. The commission also discussed a proposed 60-lot subdivision on Wilmington Drive but took no action.

• Approved May 26, 2022 public hearing minutes for front yard setback at 10531 Snowville Road (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2022 public hearing minutes for rezoning 0000 S. Edgerton (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2022 public hearing minutes for solar system at 6430 Queens Way (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2022 public hearing minutes to rezone 9457 Highland Drive (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2022 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2022 work session meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended preliminary approval of Woodlands of Snowville Phase 2 & 3 subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended final approval of Sherwin Williams Industrial Planned Development Area (7-0)

City Council Committees

City Council committees are reviewing several infrastructure and administrative proposals. These include the issuance of notes for the Chippewa Road Calvin Drive sewer project and various service contracts. The agenda also includes personnel updates and property agreements.

• Issuance of up to $5,200,000 in notes for the Chippewa Road Calvin Dr. Sewer Project
• A $10,000 budget for the Community Center Meeting Room Patio Replacement Project
• Transfer of ownership of retired police dog 'Peto' to Sgt. Michael Bauman for $1.00
• A $3,637.52 purchase requisition for annual gas detection system testing
• Acceptance of a bid from Cargill, Inc. for supplying Sodium Chloride

The Brecksville City Council committees met on June 7, 2022, and unanimously recommended several items to full Council, including a $4.94M sewer project bid, a $5.2M note issuance for sewer construction, a restated economic agreement with Applied Medical Technology, and the appointment of Monica Bartkiewicz as Planning Director. All motions passed unanimously in their respective committees. No final Council votes were taken; these are recommendations only.

• Recommended accepting Fabrizi Trucking & Paving bid for Chippewa/Calvin sewer project ($4,938,304.20) (unanimous)
• Recommended issuing up to $5,200,000 in notes for Chippewa Road sewer project (unanimous)
• Recommended restated economic agreement with Applied Medical Technology (unanimous)
• Recommended appointing Monica Bartkiewicz as Director of Planning and Community Development (unanimous)
• Recommended $10,000 blanket PO for Community Center patio replacement (unanimous)
• Recommended $3,637.52 contract with JS Controls for gas detection testing (unanimous)
• Recommended 3-year investment management contract with Meeder Investment Management (unanimous)
• Recommended transferring retired police dog 'Peto' to handler Sgt. Bauman for $1 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including infrastructure projects, personnel appointments, and contract renewals. Key discussions include a $5.2 million financing plan for the Chippewa Road Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project. Other items involve property purchase contracts and updates to city employee compensation.

• Issuance of up to $5,200,000 in notes for the Chippewa Road Calvin Dr. sewer project
• Appointment of a Planning & Zoning Coordinator
• Contract for right of entry with the Sherwin-Williams Company
• Acceptance of Cargill, Inc. bids for sodium chloride supply
• Transfer of ownership of retired police dog 'Peto' to Sgt. Michael Bauman for $1.00

The Brecksville City Council unanimously approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including the transfer of retired police dog Peto to his handler, a $5.2M note for the Chippewa Road and Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project, and acceptance of the construction bid from Fabrizi Trucking and Paving. The council also approved several other contracts, appointments, and zoning recommendations, all with 7-0 votes.

• Approved transfer of police dog Peto to Sgt. Michael Bauman for $1 (7-0)
• Approved resolution commending police dog Peto (7-0)
• Authorized renewal of investment advice agreement with Meeder Investment Management (7-0)
• Approved $5.2M notes for Chippewa Road & Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project (7-0)
• Accepted Fabrizi Trucking and Paving bid for sewer project (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0000 S. Edgerton Road to include Planned Development Overlay (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 for Community Center patio replacement (7-0)
• Approved $47,433.33 in professional service bills (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning amendments, including a proposed event center on S. Edgerton Rd and a residential conversion on Highland Dr. The commission will also review a front yard setback request for Snowville Rd and a solar panel installation deviation.

• Rezoning 0000 S. Edgerton Rd to include an Assembly Use/Event Center
• Rezoning 9457 Highland Dr from Community Facilities to Single Family Residential
• Establishing an 80’ front yard setback for 10531 Snowville Rd
• Solar photovoltaic system deviation request at 6430 Queens Way
• Central School re-zoning discussion

The Brecksville Planning Commission held four public hearings and a regular meeting on May 26, 2022. It unanimously recommended to City Council an 80-foot front yard setback for a new home at 10531 Snowville Road and a rezoning of 0000 S. Edgerton Road from L-B Local Business to include a Planned Development Overlay District for a gathering room/event center. The solar system hearing at 6430 Queens Way was tabled because the applicant was absent. The Highland Drive rezoning was discussed but no action was taken, with the matter tabled until the June 9 meeting.

• Recommended 80-ft front yard setback at 10531 Snowville Rd (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning 0000 S. Edgerton Rd to Planned Development Overlay for event center (7-0)
• Tabled solar system hearing at 6430 Queens Way due to applicant absence
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2022 public hearing, regular meeting, and work session (all 7-0)
• No action on Highland Drive rezoning; tabled to June 9, 2022

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed non-resident membership feedback, field house rental rates, and a proposed walking pass, but took no action. The meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved April 25, 2022 minutes as written
• Discussed non-resident membership concerns; no action taken
• Reviewed Blossom Field House usage and rates; no action taken
• Discussed proposed walking pass; no action taken
• Agreed to consider member survey and breakout sessions for strategic planning; no formal decision

City Council Committees

City Council committees will review several proposals including changes to fireworks regulations and community center access. Other items include property purchases, insurance renewals, and new firefighter/paramedic appointments.

• Ordinance amending the General Offenses Code regarding fireworks discharge
• Ordinance authorizing non-resident membership in the Brecksville Community Center
• $15,138.00 purchase of replacement computers from Dell Marketing LP
• $3,900.00 grant to the Brecksville Historical Association for museum utilities
• Appointment of three part-time Firefighter/Paramedics

The Brecksville City Council committees met on May 17, 2022, and recommended several items for full Council approval, including a $3,900 grant to the Brecksville Historical Association, renewal of the city's insurance policies with Wichert Insurance and Custis Insurance Service, acceptance of quit claim deeds from VA Land LLC and Brant E. Giere, a lease with South Suburban Montessori Association, and purchases of computers and scheduling software. They also recommended appointments of three part-time firefighters/paramedics, a fireworks ordinance amendment, and non-resident community center memberships. All votes were unanimous in each committee.

• Approved $3,900 grant to Brecksville Historical Association (3-0)
• Approved insurance renewal with Wichert Insurance (3-0)
• Approved law enforcement liability insurance renewal with Custis Insurance (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of quit claim deed from VA Land LLC (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of quit claim deed from Brant E. Giere (3-0)
• Approved lease with South Suburban Montessori Association (3-0)
• Approved $15,138 computer purchase from Dell (3-0)
• Approved appointments of three part-time firefighters/paramedics (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including sewer improvements for Sherwood Trail and Chippewa Road. The agenda includes a proposal to allow non-residents to join the Community Center. The council will also review various appointments and local proclamations.

• $3,900 grant for Brecksville Historical Association utility expenses
• Ordinance to prohibit fireworks discharge on certain days of the year
• Property purchase from 6850 Miller Road Holding Company, LLC for $9,200
• Bid acceptance for Sherwood Trail Storm Sewer Outfall Improvement Project
• Amendment to allow non-residents as members of the Brecksville Community Center

Brecksville City Council unanimously approved all resolutions and ordinances on the agenda, including the appointment of three part-time firefighter/paramedics, acceptance of two quit claim deeds, a $3,900 grant to the Brecksville Historical Association, renewal of insurance policies, and several infrastructure and administrative measures. Council also accepted all Board of Zoning Appeals recommendations for variances and approved several purchase requisitions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Resolution 5285 appointing Anthony Katzakis as part-time firefighter/paramedic (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5286 appointing Zachary Lohr as part-time firefighter/paramedic (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5287 appointing McKayla Szabo as part-time firefighter/paramedic (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5291 granting $3,900 to Brecksville Historical Association for Squire Rich Museum utilities (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5502 accepting Eclipse Company bid for Sherwood Trail Storm Sewer Outfall Improvement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5506 amending fireworks discharge prohibitions (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5508 allowing non-resident Brecksville Community Center memberships (7-0)
• Approved BZA variance for 2412 Edgerton Road lot split (6-1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct public hearings and review various appeals for property variances. These requests include changes to lot widths, setbacks, and structure sizes at several local addresses. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 11, 2022.

• Lot split variance at 2412 Edgertown Road
• Shed setback variance at 6729 Pin Tail Drive
• Generator placement variance at 8056 Long Forest Drive
• Garage and driveway construction variances at 8506 Brecksville Road
• Fence height variance at 3719 Oakes Road

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and voted on nine variance appeals. The board recommended approval for eight variances, including lot splits, setbacks, and accessory structures, and denied two: a detached garage size/driveway variance (3-3) and a 6-ft fence height variance (0-6). All recommendations go to City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of lot split variances at 2412 Edgerton Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 0-ft rear setback for shed at 6729 Pin Tail Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of side-yard generator at 8056 Long Forest Drive (6-0)
• Denied detached garage size/driveway variance at 8506 Brecksville Road (3-3)
• Recommended approval of deck setback variance at 6938 Crystal Creek Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of shed size variance at 10447 Tanager Trail (6-0)
• Recommended approval of side-yard pavilion at 11510 Glen Valley Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of roof area/sidewalk variances at 10531 Snowville Road (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission has no meeting scheduled for May 05, 2022. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and indicates no meeting will take place.

City Council Committees

The City Council Committees will review proposals for non-resident membership at the Community Center and changes to employee compensation. The Buildings & Grounds Committee is considering equipment purchases and a new gas detector system. Additionally, the Utilities Committee will discuss sanitary sewer projects and easements.

• Proposal for non-resident membership at the Community Center
• Real property purchase contract with Brant E. Giere
• $7,950.00 Honeywell Gas Detector System for Blossom Service Garage
• $3,125.41 for field maintenance equipment
• Bidding for the Chippewa Calvin Sanitary Sewer Project

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, and Utilities committees met and recommended several items to full Council, including purchases for field maintenance equipment and a gas detector system, a real property sale contract, employee compensation and administrative code amendments, and a sanitary sewer project bid advertisement. All motions passed unanimously by the members present. The Committee of the Whole convened an executive session on real estate, personnel, and economic development.

• Approved blanket purchase requisition for field striper and string trimmers ($3,125.41) (3-0)
• Approved purchase requisition for Honeywell Gas Detector System ($7,950.00) (3-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing real property sale contract with Brant E. Giere (2-0)
• Approved ordinance amending employee compensation (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Administrative Code Section 145.13 (3-0)
• Approved proposal to permit non-resident Community Center memberships (3-0)
• Approved motion to advertise for bids for Chippewa Calvin Sanitary Sewer Project (2-0)
• Approved three sanitary sewer easement resolutions (2-0 each)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council will consider several resolutions regarding sanitary sewer easements on properties owned by Glen-Valley Club Co. and Robert G. Busha. The agenda also includes ordinances for a real property purchase contract and updates to employee compensation.

• Sanitary sewer easements for PPN 602-16-009 and 602-15-007
• Sanitary sewer easement for PPN 602-15-019
• Real property purchase contract with Brant E. Giere
• Ordinance amending employee compensation under Ordinance 5493
• Ordinance amending Administrative Code Section 145.13

The Brecksville City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including accepting permanent sanitary sewer easements from Glen-Valley Club Co. and Robert G. Busha, authorizing a real estate purchase contract with Brant E. Giere, and amending employee compensation ordinances. They also approved multiple planning commission recommendations for lot splits, townhome developments, and a sign installation, along with various committee actions such as authorizing bids for a sewer project and purchasing equipment.

• Approved Resolution 5281 accepting sewer easement from Glen-Valley Club Co. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5282 accepting sewer easement from Glen-Valley Club Co. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5283 accepting sewer easement from Robert G. Busha (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5284 expressing condolences for former Councilmember Michael T. Harwood (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5499 authorizing real estate purchase contract with Brant E. Giere (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5500 amending employee compensation (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5501 amending exempted employees code (6-0)
• Approved BBHCSD sign installation with deviations (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission discussed the potential sale of the Chippewa and Highland school properties and the impact on ball fields, with the Mayor seeking feedback on options such as purchasing the properties or turfing existing fields. No formal decisions were made on this matter. The Commission approved the February 28, 2022 minutes as written. Other reports covered recent events, facility updates, and membership numbers.

• Approved February 28, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Kern, second by Firestone)

Planning Commission

The Brecksville Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a 55’ front yard setback for lot PP# 604-01-001. The meeting also includes a work session to discuss various re-zonings, solar panel installations, and development projects.

• Public hearing for 55' front yard setback (PP# 604-01-001)
• BBHCSD Elementary School & Field House signs at 3500 Oakes Rd.
• Re-zonings for Central School and Highland Dr. Elementary School
• Valor Acres PDA townhomes and attached condos development
• Lot split and setback reviews for Edgerton Rd. and Snowville Rd.

The Brecksville Planning Commission recommended final approval for the Valor Acres T2-T5 townhomes (17 units) and C1-C4 attached condos, both subject to City Council approval. It also recommended final approval for the Rosales lot split at 2412 Edgerton Road with a 55-foot front yard setback, and the Dewey Road lot split/consolidation. The Commission approved a ground sign for the BBHCSD Elementary School & Field House and scheduled public hearings for solar panels, several re-zonings, and a front yard setback.

• Approved BBHCSD Elementary School & Field House ground sign and directional sign (7-0)
• Recommended final approval of Rosales lot split and 55' front yard setback at 2412 Edgerton Road (7-0)
• Recommended final approval of Dewey Road lot split and consolidation at 10431 Dewey Road (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for solar panel installation at 6430 Queens Way on May 26, 2022 (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Central School re-zoning at 8929 Old Highland Drive & 27 Public Square on May 26, 2022 (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Highland Drive Elementary School re-zoning at 9457 Highland Drive on May 26, 2022 (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Wine Room re-zoning at 0000 S. Edgerton Road on May 26, 2022 (7-0)
• Recommended final approval of Valor Acres T2-T5 townhomes (4-3)

Telecommunications Commission

The commission will review minutes from the February 16, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding customer complaints and franchise fees.

• Approval of February 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of customer complaints
• Review of franchise fees

City Council Committees

The City Council committees are reviewing several proposals regarding city finances and infrastructure. These include establishing an opioid settlement fund and approving equipment purchases for the Community Center and Aquatics Center.

• Proposal to establish the OneOhio Opioid Settlement Fund as a special revenue fund
• Purchase of new lockers for the Community Center Women’s Locker Room totaling $8,560.00
• Approval of $12,124.69 for Time & Attendance software maintenance from Tyler Technologies, Inc.
• Authorization to advertise bids for the Sherwood Trail Storm Sewer Outfall Improvement Project
• Purchase of 21 replacement computers from Dell Technologies via the State of Ohio program

The Buildings & Grounds, Finance, Legislation, Safety-Service, Streets & Sidewalks, and Utilities committees met and unanimously recommended several items to full Council, including a resolution declaring ARPA funds as replacement for lost revenue, establishing an Opioid Settlement Fund, and approving various purchases and contracts. No final Council votes were taken; all actions were committee recommendations.

• Recommended $8,560 for Community Center women's locker room lockers (3-0)
• Recommended $4,972 for Aquatic Center concession refrigerator (3-0)
• Recommended ARPA fund use for lost revenue replacement (3-0)
• Recommended establishing OneOhio Opioid Settlement Fund (3-0)
• Recommended $12,124.69 for Tyler Technologies software support (3-0)
• Recommended $10,980 for replacement fitness equipment (3-0)
• Recommended $6,406 for traffic signal battery back-up at Brecksville & Snowville (3-0)
• Recommended accepting Kokosing Materials asphalt bid (3-0)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding city finances and operations. This includes a second reading for $12,000,000 in Tax Increment Financing bonds for Valor Acres and Dalad Lands infrastructure. The council will also address employee compensation updates and various equipment purchases.

• Second reading of $12,000,000 TIF bond issuance for Valor Acres and Dalad Lands infrastructure
• Establishment of the OneOhio Opioid Settlement Special Revenue Fund
• Acceptance of Kokosing Materials, Inc. bid for asphalt supply
• Purchase of 21 replacement computers from Dell technologies
• Authorization of a refrigerated merchandiser purchase for the Aquatic Center

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and review requests for property variances. One appeal concerns increasing a fence height at 9300 Reserve Run. Another request seeks to increase the size and height of a detached garage at 8460 Brecksville Road.

• Fence height variance at 9300 Reserve Run from 4 ft. to 5 ft.
• Detached garage square footage variance at 8460 Brecksville Road from 660 to 864 sq. ft.
• Detached garage height variance at 8460 Brecksville Road from 15 ft. to 16.17 ft.

The Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings and recommended approval of two variances to City Council. The first allows a 5-foot fence at 9300 Reserve Run, and the second allows a larger and taller detached garage at 8460 Brecksville Road. Both recommendations passed with votes of 5-2 and 6-1 respectively.

• Recommended approval of 5-ft fence variance at 9300 Reserve Run (5-2)
• Recommended approval of garage size and height variances at 8460 Brecksville Road (6-1)
• Approved minutes of March 7, 2022 regular meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will review minutes from March 24, 2022, and hear reports from city officials. The agenda includes a sign for A Special Wish 23 Public Square and a work session regarding T-Mobile antennas.

• Sign request for A Special Wish 23 Public Square
• T-Mobile antennas at 6898 Miller Rd.
• T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 6896 W. Snowville Rd.

The Planning Commission approved a 16 sq. ft. wall sign for A Special Wish Foundation at 23 Public Square, allowing two wall signs and seven colors instead of the usual one sign and four colors, contingent on City Council approval. The Commission also recommended City Council approval for T-Mobile antenna changes at 6898 Miller Road and 6896 W. Snowville Road, and waived public hearings for both. Minutes from March 24, 2022 were approved.

• Approved wall sign for A Special Wish Foundation with deviations for 2 signs and 7 colors (5-0)
• Recommended approval of T-Mobile antenna change outs at 6898 Miller Road (5-0)
• Waived public hearing for T-Mobile antenna change outs at 6898 Miller Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 6896 W. Snowville Road (5-0)
• Waived public hearing for T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 6896 W. Snowville Road (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of March 24, 2022 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved work session minutes of March 24, 2022 (4-0, 1 abstention)

City Council Committees

The Brecksville City Council Committees are reviewing several municipal proposals and contract renewals. Key discussions include a $12 million TIF bond for public improvements and equipment purchases for city departments. The agenda also includes grant applications for park development and infrastructure updates.

• $12,000,000 TIF bond for public improvements and debt service
• $72,800 window replacement project at 4450 Oakes Road
• $30,208.96 lift truck purchase for the Recycle Center
• $52,546.92 NatureWorks grant application for a pavilion and walkway
• Renewal of trash disposal agreement with Rumpke of Northern Ohio

The Finance Committee recommended Council approval of a $12 million TIF revenue bond to finance infrastructure for the Valor Acres redevelopment, with no city credit pledged. Other committees recommended approvals for various purchases, contracts, and grants. All recommendations were passed by committee votes and will go to full Council.

• Recommended $12M TIF revenue bond for Valor Acres infrastructure (Finance, unanimous)
• Recommended $12,617 spring tree purchase (Buildings & Grounds, unanimous)
• Recommended $25,000 for Blossom Hill Field House purchases (Buildings & Grounds, unanimous)
• Recommended $72,800 window replacement at 4450 Oakes Road (Buildings & Grounds, unanimous)
• Recommended Rumpke trash disposal contract renewal (Safety-Service, unanimous)
• Recommended $30,208.96 lift truck purchase for Recycle Center (Safety-Service, unanimous)
• Recommended prisoner housing fee increase to $135/day with North Royalton (Safety-Service, unanimous)
• Recommended guardrail replacement at Riverview and Vaughn roads (Streets & Sidewalks, unanimous)

City Council

The Brecksville City Council meeting includes several resolutions and ordinances regarding city funding and services. The agenda features grant applications for nature projects, EMS, and road programs. The council will also consider a $12 million bond issuance for infrastructure in Valor Acres and the Dalad Lands.

• $12,000,000 TIF bond issuance for public infrastructure in Valor Acres and the Dalad Lands
• Resolution to accept a traffic study proposal from Euthenics, Inc. for South Edgerton Extension
• Ordinance to increase prisoner housing rates with the City of North Royalton
• Purchase of 21 replacement computers and IT network upgrades from CDW-G LLC
• Window replacement at 4450 Oakes Road via Capitol Aluminum & Glass Corporation

Council passed multiple resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a $12M tax increment financing bond for public infrastructure in Valor Acres and Dalad Lands, and approved several purchases and contract renewals. All votes were unanimous 6-0 except the adjournment vote which was 7-0.

• Approved Resolution 5273 authorizing ODNR Nature Works grant application (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5274 authorizing Ohio EMS grant application (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5275 authorizing Then and Now Certificates (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5276 accepting Euthenics, Inc. proposal for Traffic Impact Study review (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 5277 authorizing Cuyahoga County Road 50/50 Program funding application (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5485 accepting Capitol Aluminum & Glass value engineering proposal for window replacement at 4450 Oakes Road (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5486 authorizing purchase of Doosan lift truck from Valley Industrial Trucks (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5487 authorizing IT network upgrades purchase from CDW-G (6-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will approve minutes from March 2022 meetings and receive various reports. During a work session, members will consult on several lot splits and the Valor Acres PDA development. A traffic study consultation for South Edgerton Road is also scheduled.

• Lot split and front yard setback at 2412 Edgerton Rd.
• Lot split and consolidation at 11220 & 11256 Snowville Rd.
• Valor Acres PDA attached condos on Lavender Lane
• Valor Acres PDA townhomes on Lavender Lane and Canvas Parkway
• South Edgerton Road traffic study consultation

City Council Committees

The Streets & Sidewalks Committee will review the draft City of Brecksville Sidewalks, Trails, and Connectivity Plan. Other matters deemed appropriate may also be discussed.

• Review of Draft City of Brecksville Sidewalks, Trails, Connectivity Plan

The Streets & Sidewalks Committee held an informational meeting to review a draft City of Brecksville Sidewalks, Trails, Connectivity Plan, which includes four priority projects: the Blossom Hill Trail, Glenwood sidewalks, Route 82 sidewalks, and a multi-modal study for Valor Acres. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion and public input. The committee discussed using the Glenwood project as a cost proxy for potential Oakes Road sidewalks and agreed to continue developing the plan.

• Reviewed draft connectivity plan with four priority projects (informational)
• Discussed using Glenwood project bids as cost proxy for Oakes Road sidewalks
• Agreed to add scale to city maps before posting online
• Scheduled future public meeting for Glenwood residents (date TBD)
• No formal votes taken; meeting was informational

City Council Committees

City Council Committees are reviewing several items including grant applications, contract renewals, and equipment purchases. Discussions include applying for state capital funds for a new field house and salt storage building. The committees will also review proposals for police department upgrades and sewer project necessity.

• $20,261.09 purchase of two mobile vehicle lifts for the Service Department
• $12,800.00 purchase of a K-9 Police Service Dog and training
• Application for state capital funding for an ADA ramp, field house, and salt storage building
• $8,302.14 purchase to replace the Human Services kitchen cooler
• Resolution of Necessity for the Chippewa Road & Calvin Drive Sanitary Sewer Project

City Council

The Brecksville City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding local infrastructure and staff contracts. This includes the Chippewa Calvin Drive Sewer Project and agreements for various youth sports directors. The council will also consider grant applications and budget adjustments.

• Chippewa Calvin Drive Sewer Project involving new sanitary sewer lines
• Contracts for BTBA, Youth Baseball, and Youth Soccer directors
• Ordinance to amend appropriations for the 2022 fiscal year
• Grant acceptance from Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities
• Purchase of two ARI-HETRA Mobile Vehicle Lifts

The Brecksville City Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including declaring the necessity for the Chippewa Road & Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project and authorizing contracts for recreation positions. It also passed an appropriation adjustment ordinance and approved several purchases and grants. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 5264 declaring necessity for Chippewa Road & Calvin Drive sanitary sewer project (6-0)
• Authorized independent contractor agreements for BTBA President Margaret English, Youth Baseball Director Thomas M. English, and Community Youth Soccer Director Geoffrey J. Thacker (6-0 each)
• Passed Ordinance 5483 making appropriations and revenue adjustments for FY 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5268 transferring funds between accounts (6-0)
• Authorized accepting a grant from Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (6-0)
• Authorized grant applications to AARP Community Challenge and Ohio Capital Budget (6-0 each)
• Granted temporary storm sewer access easement to Delnoce property (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two ARI-HETRA mobile vehicle lifts for Service Department (6-0)

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will review February minutes and receive updates from board members and the Human Services Director. Discussion topics include COVID-19 booster shots, walk-in cooler repairs, and the Community Health Needs Assessment.

• Review of February minutes
• COVID and booster shot updates
• Walk-in cooler repair update
• Community Health Needs Assessment update

The Human Services Advisory Board meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes or decisions made. Members received updates on city projects, including the transfer of a home near the police department, new police officers, and sewer improvements. The board discussed upcoming events like Empty Bowls and a proposed $8,300 cooler replacement pending council approval.

• Accepted minutes of February 8, 2022 as submitted
• Adjourned meeting at 3:53 pm

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several development items during a work session. This includes discussions on lot consolidation, antenna installations, and new building construction. The regular meeting also includes reports from the Mayor, City Engineer, and Council Representative.

• Lot consolidation at 8997 Highland Dr.
• AT&T Antennas at 9001 Brecksville Rd.
• Sherwin Williams Company permanent power poles at 6701 Miller Rd.
• South Edgerton Road (0000 Edgerton Rd)
• Snowville Business Center III new building at 5800 W. Snowville Rd

The Brecksville Planning Commission recommended approval of a lot consolidation at 8997 Highland Drive, an AT&T antenna upgrade at 9001 Brecksville Road, permanent power poles for Sherwin Williams at 6701 Miller Road, and tree felling for the Snowville Business Center III at 5800 W. Snowville Road. All motions passed unanimously. The commission also discussed a proposed industrial park on South Edgerton Road but took no action, deferring further review until members could read the traffic study.

• Approved minutes of Feb 17 regular and work session meetings (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended lot consolidation at 8997 Highland Drive (6-0)
• Waived public hearing for AT&T antenna upgrade at 9001 Brecksville Road (6-0)
• Recommended AT&T antenna installation at 9001 Brecksville Road (6-0)
• Recommended permanent power poles for Sherwin Williams at 6701 Miller Road (6-0)
• Recommended tree felling at 5800 W. Snowville Road (6-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

This meeting consists of procedural and administrative items. The agenda includes discussions regarding a record retention schedule, public record policy, and an appointment.

• Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Appointment
• Record Retention Schedule
• Public Record Policy

City Council Committees

Brecksville City Council committees meet to consider motions recommending approval of several purchases and agreements, including a floor care machine, police equipment and training, service department trucks, and a traffic signal cabinet. They will also discuss property transfers, a road maintenance program, and an executive session on economic development.

• Purchase of Advenger Floor Care Machine for Blossom Hill Field House, $19,906.88
• Development and Real Estate Transfer Agreement with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District
• Purchase of 4 Chevrolet 1500 pickup trucks for Service Department, $174,443.24
• Replacement traffic signal control cabinet at Brecksville Road and Snowville Road, $28,192.00
• Accept bids for 2022 Road Maintenance Program

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances regarding municipal equipment and infrastructure. Items include purchasing new service department trucks, accepting bids for the 2022 road program, and authorizing a real estate transfer agreement with the local school district.

• Purchase of four Chevrolet 1500 trucks and accessories for $174,443.24
• Acceptance of bids from various vendors for the 2022 Road Maintenance Program
• $1,300.00 contract for Right-of-Way Relocation Services at Miller Road Interchange
• Real estate transfer agreement with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District
• Purchase of an Advenger X2805R-C Rider Floor Scrubber from Home Depot Pro

Brecksville City Council unanimously approved all legislation on the agenda, including accepting bids for the 2022 Road Maintenance Program, purchasing four service department vehicles, and authorizing a development agreement with the Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District. Council also granted preliminary and final approvals for Sherwin Williams Company development plans at 6701 Miller Road and final approval for the Valor Acres T-1 townhome building, all with 7-0 votes.

• Approved Resolution 5260 for floor scrubber purchase (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5261 to extinguish sanitary sewer easement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5262 for Miller Road/77 relocation review services (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5263 development agreement with BBHCSD (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5478 accepting 2022 road maintenance bids (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5479 purchasing 4 service department vehicles (7-0)
• Approved Sherwin Williams preliminary site plan, stream crossings, and building facade plans at 6701 Miller Road (7-0)
• Approved Valor Acres T-1 townhome building final plan (7-0)