Cincinnati public meetings in 2022

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 28, 2022, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council addressed the resignation of Councilmember Greg Landsman and the appointment of Seth T. Walsh as his successor. The council passed a $1,650,000 subgrant for COVID-19 mitigation in high-risk facilities. Other items included proposed grants for park renovations and public health initiatives.

• Appointment of Seth T. Walsh to succeed Councilmember Greg Landsman
• $1,650,000 subgrant for COVID-19 mitigation in high-risk facilities
• $350,000 grant for Ault Park Trails & Playground renovation
• $24,744.71 payment to Arrowhead Scientific for police supplies
• $55,000 grant for suicide and overdose prevention assistance

City Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Greg Landsman and appointed Seth Walsh as his successor. The council also approved several public health grants, established an office budget for the new councilmember, and set policy guidelines for federal infrastructure grant applications.

• Accepted resignation of Councilmember Greg Landsman
• Appointed Seth Walsh as successor to Councilmember Greg Landsman
• Approved $1.65M Ohio Department of Health subgrant for COVID-19 mitigation
• Approved $75,000 grant for Hepatitis C disease intervention specialist
• Approved $34,560 grant for an Internship Program
• Adopted policy guidelines for IIJA and IRA infrastructure grant applications
• Approved redevelopment of 4924 Winton Road for office and indoor storage
• Passed resolution urging Governor DeWine to veto portions of Substitute House Bill 45

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee reviewed a motion establishing priorities for applying for federal IIJA and IRA grants, focusing on green infrastructure, equity, and workforce development. The agenda also included a report regarding the environmental impacts of surface parking lots.

• Motion 202202260: Guidelines for IIJA and IRA grant applications
• Report 202202205: Environmental impacts of surface parking lots
• Presentation: Human Services updates from Shelterhouse

The committee adopted policy guidelines for the Administration to follow when applying for grants from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act. These priorities focus on climate mitigation, green infrastructure, workforce development, and multimodal transit.

• Adopted policy guidelines for IIJA and IRA grant applications (Owens, Jeffreys, Cramerding voted Yes)
• Filed report on environmental impacts of surface parking lots

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing committee is reviewing proposals for the property at 4924 Winton Road in Spring Grove Village and Winton Hills. The agenda includes an ordinance for office and indoor storage use and a presentation regarding an HVAC business.

• Ordinance 202202150: Redevelopment of 4924 Winton Road into an office and indoor storage facility
• Presentation 202202207: Emergency ordinance regarding an HVAC business at 4924 Winton Road

The committee recommended the passage of an emergency ordinance to allow the redevelopment of 4924 Winton Road for use as an office and indoor storage facility. This action would bypass specific zoning limitations regarding single-family use and hillside overlay districts. A presentation regarding an HVAC business at the same location was filed.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance for redevelopment of 4924 Winton Road (Unanimous)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will consider several grant applications, including funds for COVID-19 prevention and Hepatitis C treatment resources. The agenda also includes budget transfers to establish an office budget for Councilmember Seth Walsh and updates to staff classifications.

• $1,650,000 subgrant from Ohio Department of Health for COVID-19 mitigation in high-risk facilities
• $75,000 subgrant from Ohio Association of Community Health Centers for a Hepatitis C specialist position
• Budget transfers to establish an office budget for newly appointed Councilmember Seth Walsh
• Modification of the Deputy City Manager title and salary range to create a Chief of Staff position
• Establishment of an Aquatics Bonus Plan and new salary range for Lifeguards

Cincinnati City Council

This special meeting addresses Councilmember Greg Landsman’s resignation and the appointment of a new councilmember-elect. The session includes the swearing in of Councilmember-Appointee Seth Walsh. This meeting replaces a previously scheduled session for December 28, 2022.

• Swearing in of Councilmember-Appointee Seth Walsh
• Action on Greg Landsman's resignation
• Appointment of new Councilmember-Elect

City Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Greg Landsman effective December 19, 2022. Councilmember Harris designated Seth T. Walsh as the successor for the unexpired term ending December 31, 2023, and Seth Walsh was sworn into office.

• Accepted resignation of Councilmember Greg Landsman
• Appointed Seth T. Walsh as successor to Greg Landsman for term ending December 31, 2023
• Swore in Councilmember-Appointee Seth Walsh

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting consists of several presentations regarding the College Hill area. Topics include community updates from College Hill CURC, pedestrian safety, and the Crawford Commons Park Project.

• Presentation: 'What’s Up College Hill?' by College Hill CURC
• Presentation: College Hill traffic and pedestrian safety
• Presentation: Crawford Commons Park Project
• Communication from the College Hill Education Committee

The committee held a special meeting featuring presentations on neighborhood assets, traffic safety, and park development. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy actions were recorded in the minutes.

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing appointments to the FC Cincinnati Community Coalition and the Accessibility Board of Advisors. Members are also considering a motion to prioritize equity and green infrastructure when applying for federal grants. Additionally, several ordinances regarding health grants and staff reclassifications are on the agenda.

• Motion to prioritize connectivity, equity, and green infrastructure for federal grants
• $1,650,000 subgrant from Ohio Department of Health for COVID-19 mitigation
• $75,000 grant for a Hepatitis C disease intervention specialist
• Reclassifying the Deputy City Manager position to Chief of Staff
• Establishing an Aquatics Bonus Plan for lifeguards

Council approved the 2024 Calendar Year Budget for Current Operating Expenses and authorized several 15-year tax exemptions for residential and commercial developments. The body also confirmed seven appointments to the FC Cincinnati Community Coalition and approved funding for public safety and transit projects.

• Adopted 2024 Calendar Year Budget for Current Operating Expenses (8-1)
• Approved 15-year tax exemptions for projects at 312 W Fourth St, 1720 Elm St, 130-132 W Elder St, 954 E McMillan St, 2453 Gilbert Ave, 2429 Gilbert Ave, 2250 E Seymour Ave, 5984-6026 Montgomery Rd, and 210-218 W Twelfth St
• Confirmed 7 appointments to the FC Cincinnati Community Coalition
• Approved $10.5M for Queensgate SORTA Easement Improvements and SORTA operating budget
• Approved $2M for redevelopment of four historic buildings in Over-the-Rhine
• Authorized $662,212.88 from ARP funds for violence reduction and police overtime
• Established salary schedule for Executive Assistant Police Chief
• Adopted motion to display a menorah in the City Hall Lobby

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will consider an ordinance establishing a salary schedule and title for the new Executive Assistant Police Chief. The agenda also includes presentations regarding the ARC Response Team Pilot and Alternative Response to Crisis. Additionally, a motion was submitted regarding holiday displays in City Hall.

• Ordinance establishing salary schedule and title for Executive Assistant Police Chief
• Presentation on Alternative Response to Crisis
• Update on the ARC Response Team Pilot
• Motion to display a menorah in the City Hall Lobby

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing the proposed 2024 City of Cincinnati operating budget. The agenda includes several requests for tax exemptions to support various residential and commercial construction projects. It also covers fund transfers for transit improvements and community redevelopment.

• Adoption of the 2024 Calendar Year Budget for City operating expenses
• Tax exemption agreements for various projects, including a $23 million development in Pleasant Ridge
• Motion to prioritize Housing Security & Economic Opportunity in the FY2024 budget
• Appropriation of approximately $10.5 million for Queensgate SORTA easement improvements
• Transfer of $2,000,000 for redevelopment of historic buildings in Over-the-Rhine

Cincinnati City Council

The council is considering several ordinances involving budget reallocations for community redevelopment and transit improvements. Items include funding for police visibility overtime and a tax exemption for a new manufacturing facility. Additionally, the council will review various committee appointments and liquor permit applications.

• $2,000,000 transfer for Over-the-Rhine historic building redevelopment
• $10,200,000 manufacturing facility tax exemption at 2250 East Seymour Avenue
• $552,212.88 for police visibility overtime via American Rescue Plan funds
• Liquor permit applications for Binskis Bar and El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant

City Council approved several infrastructure grants and water service agreements. They also confirmed two appointments to the Internal Audit Committee and approved funding for traffic calming and downtown street conversions.

• Approved up to $154,115,954 in grants for the Western Hills Viaduct Project
• Confirmed Vale Croxton and Melissa Walton-Jones to the Internal Audit Committee
• Approved Amended and Restated Water Service Agreements with Village of Addyston and City of Reading
• Approved up to $600,000 ODOT grant for traffic calming at Central & 8th and Harrison & Ruehlman
• Approved $203,000 for preliminary design of Race and Vine Street two-way conversion
• Approved $2.9M for stabilization of the Terrace Plaza building
• Approved $50,000 EPA grant for mapping lead service lines
• Approved $40,085 donation for the National Junior Tennis program

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review several presentations regarding climate migration and urban sustainability. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation on Climate Displaced Persons Resolution H.R. 2826 / S.1335
• Presentation on the Next American Migration and climate change impacts
• Presentation titled Preparing Cincinnati for the Sustainable Future
• Communication from Mike Roman
• Report regarding The Next American Migration and populations on the move

The committee held a series of presentations regarding climate-displaced persons and Cincinnati's sustainable future. No substantive legislative actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Filed presentation on Climate Displaced Persons Resolution 117th Congress H.R. 2826 / S.1335
• Filed presentation on The Next American Migration
• Filed presentation on Preparing Cincinnati for the Sustainable Future
• Filed communication from Mike Roman
• Filed report regarding The Next American Migration

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several tax exemption agreements for local property developments. The agenda also includes the appropriation of various grants for infrastructure projects and water service agreements with neighboring municipalities.

• Up to $154,115,954 in total funds for the Western Hills Viaduct Project
• 15-year tax exemptions for several Community Reinvestment Area developments
• A $600,000 ODOT grant for traffic calming on Central Avenue and Harrison Avenue
• A $50,000 Ohio EPA grant for mapping lead service lines
• Funding for the preliminary design of a two-way conversion for Race and Vine Streets

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee recommended passage for several infrastructure grants, water service agreements, and city appropriations. Six Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption agreements and the 2024 tentative tax budget were held.

• Recommended passage of up to $154,115,954 in grants for the Western Hills Viaduct Project
• Recommended passage of $600,000 ODOT grant for traffic calming at Central & 8th and Harrison & Ruehlman
• Recommended passage of water service agreements with Village of Addyston and City of Reading
• Recommended passage of $2.9M for stabilization of the Terrace Plaza building
• Recommended passage of $203,000 for preliminary design of Race & Vine Street two-way conversion
• Recommended passage of $50,000 Ohio EPA grant for lead service line mapping
• Recommended passage of $40,085 donation for National Junior Tennis program
• Held six Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption agreements and the 2024 tentative tax budget

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 1, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided notice contains no other agenda items.

• Cancellation of the December 1, 2022, committee meeting

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including significant grant acceptances for the Western Hills Viaduct Project. Other items include street conversion plans for Race and Vine Streets and tax exemptions for building renovations. The agenda also includes appointments to local commissions and liquor permit applications.

• Acceptance of up to $154,115,954 in various grants for the Western Hills Viaduct Project
• $2,900,000 appropriation for the stabilization of the Terrace Plaza building
• Appropriation of funds for the preliminary design of Race and Vine Street two-way conversion
• 15-year tax exemption for residential and commercial remodeling at 312 W Fourth Street
• Grant funds up to $600,000 for traffic calming improvements in Westwood

City Council adopted a Complete Streets policy for the design and repair of city roadways. The council also confirmed an appointment to the Elections Commission and approved several grants and donations for city programs. A motion was adopted requiring departments with failing infrastructure to list their top ten highest-need projects.

• Confirmed appointment of Nicholas Klingensmith to the Cincinnati Elections Commission
• Passed resolution honoring the Seton High School Soccer Team
• Adopted Complete Streets policy for city roadways
• Adopted motion requiring failing infrastructure departments to list top ten priority projects
• Approved award from Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative for data analysis
• Approved $1,000 gift card donation from University of Cincinnati for police volunteer groups
• Approved State and Workforce Fellowship award from Results for America
• Designated portions of Green Street and Pleasant Street as Residential Parking Permit Areas

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2022, has been cancelled in chambers.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Quality of Life Committee will review the four finalists for the Cincinnati Police Chief position. The committee will also receive an update on the process for appointing a vacant City Council seat.

• Introduction of four finalists for Cincinnati Police Chief: Larry Boone, Todd Chamberlain, Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Davis, and Interim Police Chief Teresa Theetge
• Update on the Council Vacancy Appointment Process

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is considering ordinances to establish a residential parking permit area on Green Street and Pleasant Street in Over-the-Rhine. The agenda also includes accepting various awards and donations, including a $1,000 gift card for police volunteer groups. Additionally, the committee will review a motion regarding a mentoring program for the Convention Center District Development Project.

• Designating parts of Green Street and Pleasant Street in Over-the-Rhine as a Residential Parking Permit Area
• Accepting a $1,000 American Express gift card donation from the University of Cincinnati for police volunteer groups
• Accepting a State and Workforce Fellowship award from Results for America for city staff technical assistance
• Accepting an award from the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative for data analysis and resource allocation
• Establishing an Equitable Development Mentoring Program for the Convention Center District Development Project

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to adopt a Complete Streets policy for the design and maintenance of city roadways. Members are also requesting lists of top ten critical infrastructure projects and a feasibility study for a pedestrian bridge to Mt. Echo Park.

• Ordinance 202202087 adopting a Complete Streets policy for roadways
• Motion 202202015 requesting top ten critical infrastructure project lists from city departments
• Motion 202202062 regarding a feasibility report for a pedestrian bridge to Mt. Echo Park
• Report 202201893 on pedestrian access during construction
• Report 202201915 on removing rush hour parking restrictions

The committee recommended the adoption of a Complete Streets policy for city roadways. It also adopted a motion requiring specific departments to list their top ten most critical infrastructure projects. A request for a pedestrian bridge feasibility report was referred to the City Manager.

• Recommended passage of Complete Streets policy (202202087)
• Adopted motion for departments to provide lists of top ten critical infrastructure projects (202202015)
• Referred motion for pedestrian bridge feasibility report at Elberon Avenue to CM (202202062)
• Filed report on Pedestrian Access During Construction (202201893)
• Filed report on Removal of Rush Hour Parking Restrictions (202201915)
• Filed report on Leading Pedestrian Intervals (202201916)

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council meeting includes discussions on roadway design policies and several grant applications. The council will consider adopting a Complete Streets policy for city roads and reviewing various liquor permit applications. Additionally, the agenda features items regarding donations and grants for parks, childcare, and public safety.

• Adoption of a Complete Streets policy for roadway design and construction
• Application for up to $2,535,400 in childcare stabilization grants
• Acceptance of a $500,000 donation for park maintenance and Krohn Conservatory
• Designation of Green Street and Pleasant Street as residential parking areas
• Salary range modifications for middle management to achieve pay parity

City Council approved several grants for childcare and parks, as well as pay parity for non-represented middle management. The body also authorized various utility easements and a collaborative recreation report with Cincinnati Public Schools.

• Approved $2.53M grant for 13 CRC licensed neighborhood childcare programs
• Approved $500,000 donation from Cincinnati Park Board Commissioners’ Fund
• Approved $57,031.66 in-kind donations from Cincinnati Parks Foundation
• Approved salary range modifications for non-represented middle management pay parity
• Confirmed Jim Tomaszewski to the Animal Task Force
• Approved utility easements for Duke Energy Ohio and LPH Thrives, LLC
• Adopted motion for CRC to report on recreation projects with Cincinnati Public Schools
• Referred Complete Streets policy to Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will consider an emergency ordinance to modify salary range schedules for non-represented middle management classifications. The proposal aims to provide pay parity between non-represented and represented employees in certain divisions of the Cincinnati Municipal Code.

• Ordinance 202202029: modifying salary ranges for non-represented middle management

Youth & Human Services

The meeting includes motions regarding community recreation and neighborhood parking. One motion proposes collaboration between the Cincinnati Recreation Commission and Cincinnati Public Schools to identify recreation projects in underserved areas. Another motion requests a parking study for Over-the-Rhine North.

• Motion for Cincinnati Recreation Commission and Cincinnati Public Schools to report on recreation projects
• Request for a parking study of the Over-the-Rhine North area

The committee adopted a motion for the Cincinnati Recreation Commission to collaborate with Cincinnati Public Schools on a report for recreation projects. A proposed parking study for the Over-the-Rhine North area was indefinitely postponed.

• Adopted motion for Cincinnati Recreation Commission to work with Cincinnati Public Schools on a report for mutually beneficial recreation projects (Yes: Kearney, Harris, Johnson)
• Indefinitely postponed motion for City Administration and Department of Transportation & Engineering to conduct a parking study of Over-the-Rhine North

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is considering ordinances to accept donations and apply for various grants. These include funding for childcare programs, park maintenance, and urban agriculture. The agenda also includes requests for utility easements in Lower Price Hill.

• Applying for up to $2,535,400 in childcare stabilization grants
• Accepting a $500,000 donation for park maintenance and Krohn Conservatory
• Applying for Hamilton County grants for road and bridge construction projects
• Granting a utility easement to Duke Energy Ohio at 1600 Gest Street
• Accepting $57,031.66 in in-kind donations from the Cincinnati Parks Foundation

The Budget and Finance Committee reviewed several ordinances regarding the acceptance of public and private funds and the execution of property easements. The committee recommended passage for all listed ordinances and approved the filing of the Cincinnati Retirement System CY2021 Annual Report.

• Approved and filed the Cincinnati Retirement System CY2021 Annual Report
• Recommended passage of $500,000 donation from Cincinnati Park Board Commissioners’ Fund
• Recommended passage of in-kind donations from Cincinnati Parks Foundation valued at $57,031.66
• Recommended passage of $500 donation from Clifton Area Neighborhood Council
• Recommended passage of in-kind donation of infant formula from Dr. Sarah Tarai
• Recommended passage to apply for Hamilton County and Ohio Public Works Commission road/bridge grants
• Recommended emergency passage of up to $25,000 grant from Greater Cincinnati Foundation
• Recommended emergency passage to apply for up to $2,535,400 from Ohio Child Care Stabilization Sub-Grant

Youth & Human Services

This joint meeting between Healthy Neighborhoods and CPS includes presentations on the Cincinnati SRTS Vision Zero Action Plan and pedestrian safety programs. The agenda also features discussions regarding driver education, neighborhood safety plans, workforce development, and student homelessness.

• Presentation on Cincinnati SRTS Vision Zero Action Plan Update
• Update on FY2020/2021 Pedestrian Safety Program
• Discussion of Driver's Education and Public Safety Campaigns
• Review of City and CPS workforce development programs
• Discussion regarding student absenteeism, transportation, and homelessness

The committee held a joint meeting with the Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) Board to discuss collaborative efforts. The session focused on presentations and discussions regarding pedestrian safety, education, neighborhood support, workforce development, absenteeism, and student homelessness. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing authorizations to apply for grants for childcare and urban agriculture. The council will also consider a new 44-unit housing facility at 2000 Dunlap Street. Additionally, motions were introduced regarding parking studies in Over-the-Rhine North and recreation projects.

• Authorization to apply for up to $2,535,400 in childcare stabilization grants
• Approval of a new 44-unit housing facility at 2000 Dunlap Street
• Acceptance of a $500,000 donation for Cincinnati park maintenance and supplies
• Request for a parking study in the Over-the-Rhine North area
• Authorization to accept $57,031.66 in in-kind donations for city parks

City Council approved the construction of a 44-unit congregate-housing facility in Over-the-Rhine. The council also passed a labor-management agreement with Teamsters Local 100 and extended a downtown surface parking overlay district.

• Approved construction of 44-unit congregate-housing facility at 2000 Dunlap Street (Unanimous)
• Passed successor labor-management agreement with Teamsters Local 100 (Unanimous)
• Extended Interim Development Control Overlay District No. 88 for surface parking downtown for nine months (Unanimous)
• Canceled Council Session scheduled for November 23, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Referred $500,000 donation from Cincinnati Park Board Commissioners’ Fund to Budget & Finance Committee
• Referred motion for pedestrian bridge feasibility report for Mt. Echo Park to Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee
• Referred motion for Over-the-Rhine North parking study to Healthy Neighborhoods Committee
• Referred motion for recreation projects report with Cincinnati Public Schools to Healthy Neighborhoods Committee

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The Cincinnati City Council’s Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, 2022, has been cancelled.

Housing & Growth

The committee is considering a nine-month extension of the downtown surface parking overlay district. They are also reviewing an ordinance to authorize a new 44-unit congregate housing facility in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood.

• Nine-month extension of IDC No. 88 (Surface Parking in the Downtown Development Zoning District)
• Construction of up to 44 dwelling units at 2000 Dunlap Street
• Proposed exceptions to density, setback, and historic preservation regulations for the Dunlap Street project

The committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance to allow a 44-unit congregate-housing facility at 2000 Dunlap Street. It also recommended passage of an emergency ordinance to extend a surface parking overlay district for nine months.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance to extend Interim Development Control Overlay District No. 88 (Surface Parking in the Downtown Development Zoning District) for nine months
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance for a 44-unit congregate-housing facility at 2000 Dunlap Street, notwithstanding density, setback, and certificate of appropriateness regulations

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will review Department of Finance reports for July and August 2022. It will also consider an ordinance to execute a new labor-management agreement with Teamsters Local 100. Additionally, the committee will discuss a motion regarding a mentoring program for the Convention Center District Development Project.

• Ordinance authorizing a labor agreement with Teamsters Local 100
• Department of Finance reports for July and August 2022
• Equitable Development Mentoring Program for Convention Center District

Cincinnati City Council

The council reviewed ordinances regarding middle management salary ranges and updates to discriminatory practices laws. Members also requested reports on parking enforcement data and discussed a survey for Halloween trick-or-treat times. Additionally, the agenda addressed several grant applications and labor agreements.

• Ordinance to modify salary ranges for non-represented middle management to provide pay parity
• Authorization of a labor-management agreement with Teamsters Local 100
• Application for a $250,000 Homeland Security Grant for the Greater Cincinnati Fusion Center
• Application for a $100,000 grant to develop a city Zero Waste Plan
• Payment of $10,485 to Security Fence Group, Inc. for police impound lot repairs

City Council approved several funding measures, including a $250,000 homeland security grant and a $100,000 grant for a Zero Waste Plan. The council also passed an ordinance modifying discriminatory practice laws regarding reproductive health decisions and adopted motions for parking and Halloween safety reports.

• Approved $250,000 State Homeland Security Program - Law Enforcement Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved application for up to $100,000 Hamilton County R3Source Impact Grant for Zero Waste Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,485 payment to Security Fence Group, Inc. for impound lot repairs (Unanimous)
• Passed ordinance modifying 'Unlawful Discriminatory Practices' code regarding sexual or reproductive health decisions (Unanimous)
• Recognized November 2022 as Native American Heritage Month (Unanimous)
• Adopted motion for administration to report on parking ticket data and enforcement resources in 90 days (Unanimous)
• Adopted motion to survey residents on moving Halloween Trick-or-Treat times to a weekend (Unanimous)
• Referred Teamsters Local 100 labor-management agreement to Budget & Finance Committee

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 1, 2022, was cancelled in chambers. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Governance Committee is reviewing the feasibility of a two-way conversion for Main Street in Over-the-Rhine. The committee is also considering an ordinance to update discriminatory practices protections and discussing parking enforcement data.

• Feasibility presentation on Main Street (OTR) two-way conversion
• Ordinance to amend the Cincinnati Municipal Code regarding sex and sexual or reproductive health decisions
• Request for a report on neighborhood parking ticket data and enforcement resources
• Proposal for a city-wide survey regarding Halloween trick-or-treat times
• Update on Traffic Blitz from the Interim Police Chief

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider grant applications for law enforcement and zero waste planning. The agenda also includes a payment for police impound lot repairs and a motion regarding a mentoring program for the Convention Center District Development Project.

• Up to $250,000 grant for the Greater Cincinnati Fusion Center
• Up to $100,000 grant for the City’s Zero Waste Plan development
• $10,485 payment to Security Fence Group, Inc. for impound lot repairs
• Motion to establish an Equitable Development Mentoring Program with 3CDC

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended the passage of two grant applications and two payment authorizations. One motion regarding a mentoring program for the Convention Center District Development Project was held.

• Recommended passage of FY22 SHSP-LE Grant up to $250,000 for Greater Cincinnati Fusion Center
• Recommended passage of Hamilton County R3Source Impact Grant up to $100,000 for Zero Waste Plan
• Recommended passage of resolution designating personnel to request tax advances from Hamilton County Auditor
• Recommended passage of $10,485 payment to Security Fence Group, Inc. for police impound lot repairs
• Held motion to establish Equitable Development Mentoring Program for Convention Center District Development Project

Cincinnati City Council

The Council is considering motions to survey residents about Halloween trick-or-treat times and to review neighborhood parking enforcement data. The agenda also includes several liquor permit applications and tax exemption agreements for local development.

• Transfer of $7,294,178 to capital improvement project accounts
• Tax exemption agreement for a $3,790,500 project in Over-the-Rhine
• Application for a $250,000 State Homeland Security Program grant
• Motion to survey residents regarding weekend Halloween trick-or-treat times
• Tax exemption agreement for 35 affordable units at 2378 Park Avenue

City Council approved a $7.29M transfer for urgent infrastructure projects and $104,000 for Neighborhood Community Councils. The body also authorized tax exemptions for residential and commercial developments in Over-the-Rhine and Walnut Hills. Additionally, the council updated income tax codes to accommodate the legalization of sports betting in Ohio.

• Approved $7,294,178 for urgent infrastructure and capital projects (9-0)
• Approved $104,000 for Neighborhood Community Councils (9-0)
• Authorized 10-year tax exemption for WDC, LLC at 1400/1408 Walnut St and 106/110 E. 14th St (9-0)
• Authorized 15-year tax exemption for 2378 Park Owner, LLC for 35 affordable rental units (9-0)
• Approved municipal income tax modifications for sports gaming (9-0)
• Approved honorary naming of Vine Street between Fifth and Sixth Street as 'Jeff Ruby Way' (9-0)
• Approved $15,000 donation for Government Alliance on Race and Equity membership (9-0)
• Referred city-wide Halloween trick-or-treat survey to Public Safety & Governance Committee

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will consider a resolution supporting a Clean Ohio Conservation Fund grant application to purchase land at the Wooden Shoe Hollow Nature Preserve. Members will also discuss motions to update strategies and priorities for Human Services Fund allocations.

• Resolution expressing support for a grant to purchase approximately six acres of land and four acres of agricultural easement at Wooden Shoe Hollow
• Motion to adopt an updated plan for Human Services Fund allocations, including a new Impact Award and data-driven metrics
• Motion to amend Ordinance 207-2020 regarding Human Services Fund expenditures

The committee recommended passage of a resolution supporting a Clean Ohio Conservation Fund grant for the Cardinal Land Conservancy. The committee also adopted an updated human services strategies and priorities plan for the Human Services Fund. Two other motions regarding the human services plan were indefinitely postponed.

• Recommended passage of resolution supporting Clean Ohio Conservation Fund grant for Cardinal Land Conservancy (4-0)
• Adopted updated human services strategies and priorities plan for Human Services Fund allocations (4-0)
• Indefinitely postponed motion to amend Ord. 197-2020 regarding human services plan (202201850)
• Indefinitely postponed motion to amend Ord. 207-2020 regarding human services plan (202201904)

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing motions to prioritize projects at 0-60% AMI in city funding decisions. It will also consider using $5 million from the FY'22 carryover budget for capital expenses in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.

• Motion to use $5 million from the FY'22 carryover budget for capital expenses in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Motion to prioritize projects at 0-60% AMI in annual funding notices
• Ordinance to name Vine Street between Fifth and Sixth Streets as “Jeff Ruby Way”
• Presentation regarding the Affordable Housing Trust Fund recommendation
• Overview of the Affordable Housing Leverage Fund

The committee recommended passage of an ordinance to name a section of Vine Street 'Jeff Ruby Way'. A motion to prioritize housing projects targeted at 0-60% AMI was adopted, while a motion regarding the use of $5 million in carryover funds failed.

• Recommended passage of ordinance naming Vine Street between Fifth and Sixth Street 'Jeff Ruby Way'
• Adopted motion to prioritize projects targeted at 0-60% AMI in the annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
• Failed adoption of motion to require $5 million FY’22 carryover budget for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund be used solely for capital expenses
• Indefinitely postponed motion regarding Housing Fund Priorities (202202003)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing motions to allocate remaining FY 2022 carryover funds for various city departments, including pedestrian safety and parks. The agenda also includes tax exemption agreements for development projects in Over-the-Rhine and Walnut Hills.

• Allocation of $7,294,178 in carryover funds for pedestrian safety, parks, recreation, and neighborhood programs
• $5 million allocation to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for capital expenses
• 10-year tax exemption for remodeling historic buildings at 1400 and 1408 Walnut Street
• 15-year tax exemption for a 35-unit affordable housing project at 2378 Park Avenue
• Application for a $500,000 EPA Brownfields Community-Wide Assessment Grant

The Budget and Finance Committee considered multiple motions to allocate FY 2022 carryover funds. A motion to allocate $7,294,178 for pedestrian safety, recreation, parks, and other programs failed to pass. The committee recommended passage of several other items, including a $3.79M tax exemption for a 24-unit residential project in Over-the-Rhine and a $2.36M tax exemption for 35 affordable housing units in Walnut Hills.

• Failed of adoption: Motion to allocate $7,294,178 carryover funds for pedestrian safety, recreation, parks, and other programs
• Recommended passage emergency: Ordinance transferring $7,294,178 from reserve to capital projects (vote: 7-2)
• Recommended passage emergency: 10-year tax exemption for 1400/1408 Walnut St. redevelopment ($3,790,500, 24 units)
• Recommended passage emergency: 15-year tax exemption for 2378 Park Ave. affordable housing ($2,362,838, 35 units)
• Recommended passage: Acceptance of $15,000 donation from Greater Cincinnati Foundation for racial equity membership
• Recommended passage: Application for $500,000 EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant
• Recommended passage: Amendment to allow defeasance of general obligation bonds
• Recommended passage: Grant of access easement for Market House, LLC in Over-the-Rhine

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing motions to reallocate budget carryover funds toward the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and various emergency reserves. The agenda also includes tax exemption agreements for residential and commercial developments in Over-the-Rhine and Walnut Hills. Additionally, updates to municipal code protections and several liquor permit applications are up for consideration.

• Tax exemption for WDC, LLC project in Over-the-Rhine ($3,790,500 construction cost)
• Tax exemption for 2378 Park Avenue affordable housing ($2,362,838 construction cost)
• $500,000 allocation to Queen Mother’s Market Cooperative in Walnut Hills
• Municipal Code amendments regarding sexual and reproductive health decisions
• Transfers of General Fund surpluses to Economic Downturn and Weather Event reserves

Council passed a major emergency ordinance transferring over $26 million in FY22 carryover funds to various reserves and capital projects, including $5 million to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, $7 million for Convention Center District improvements, and $3.5 million for Over-the-Rhine outdoor improvements. The vote was unanimous (9-0). Council also approved several other items including tax exemptions for two development projects, a $29,779 streetcar maintenance grant, and moral obligation payments for police services.

• Approved $26.1M FY22 carryover ordinance for reserves, housing, and capital projects (9-0)
• Approved 10-year tax exemption for 24-unit OTR residential project at 1400-1408 Walnut St (referred to committee)
• Approved 15-year tax exemption for 35 affordable units at 2378 Park Ave in Walnut Hills (referred to committee)
• Approved $29,779 ODOT grant for streetcar preventative maintenance (8-0, Landsman absent)
• Approved $56,931 in moral obligation payments for police psychological services, body cameras, and CPR training (8-0)
• Approved $45,000 for Madison Road pedestrian safety traffic study (8-0)
• Adopted motion for $30,000 for 2023 Housing Solutions Summit and Black Developers Conference (8-0)
• Adopted motion for report on Hamilton County Housing Docket for disparate treatment analysis (8-0)

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 18, 2022, has been cancelled in chambers.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Governance Committee is reviewing ordinances to update municipal income tax collection for sports gaming. The committee is also requesting reports on the Hamilton County Court's housing docket and the city's partnership with the University of Cincinnati.

• Ordinance regarding income tax withholding for sports gaming proprietors
• Motion for a report investigating potential disparate treatment in the Hamilton County Court’s “Housing Docket”
• Request for an update on the City of Cincinnati and University of Cincinnati partnership
• Emergency ordinance to modify the salary range for Sign Painters

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing ordinances to transfer unappropriated surpluses from the General Fund into various reserves. These transfers include funding for economic downturns, weather emergencies, and affordable housing. The agenda also includes several grants, donations, and payments for police services and infrastructure studies.

• Allocation of $5,000,000 to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Funding of $3,500,000 for Ziegler Park outdoor improvements in Over-the-Rhine
• Grant of up to $29,779 for streetcar system maintenance
• $45,000 for a Madisonville traffic study on Madison Road
• Payment of $33,800 to PRADCO for police recruit psychological services

The Budget and Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend passage of a sweeping emergency ordinance that allocates $26.1 million in FY2022 carryover surplus to capital projects, reserves, and one-time needs. The package includes $7 million for Convention Center District improvements, $3.5 million for Ziegler Park area upgrades, $5 million for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, and $2 million for the city's pension obligation. The committee also approved a motion to allocate $30,000 for a Housing Solutions Summit and a Black Developers Conference.

• Recommended passage of $26.1M capital improvement ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $1.62M transfer to Working Capital Reserve Fund
• Approved $17.6M transfer to Economic Downturn Reserve
• Approved $2.83M transfer to Reserve for Weather Events
• Approved $5M one-time contribution to Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Approved $2M contribution to Cincinnati Retirement System pension obligation
• Adopted motion allocating $30,000 for Housing Solutions Summit and Black Developers Conference
• Approved acceptance of $29,779 Ohio Urban Transit Program grant for streetcar maintenance

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting features presentations regarding the Mt. Airy area. The agenda does not list any specific items for decision or vote.

• Presentation by Mt Airy Town Council
• Presentation by Pastor Lesley Jones

The Healthy Neighborhoods Committee held a special meeting at Mt. Airy Elementary School to discuss 'Challenges and Opportunities in Mt Airy.' Presentations were given by the Mt. Airy Town Council and Pastor Lesley Jones. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational only.

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including liquor permit applications and grant acceptances. Key agenda items include funding for the Emery Theatre and a traffic study for Madison Road. The council is also addressing police department payments and streetcar maintenance.

• $1,000,000 transfer for Emery Theatre acquisition and renovation
• $45,000 for a Madison Road traffic study in Madisonville
• $29,779 grant for streetcar system maintenance
• Designating Vine Street between Fifth and Sixth Streets as 'Jeff Ruby Way'
• Liquor permit applications for West End Sports Bar & Grill and others

Council passed several ordinances including $1 million from the Downtown OTR East Equivalent Fund for the Emery Theatre acquisition and renovation, a $2 million planning grant and $5 million construction grant application for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program, and a $35,000 EPA grant for the Electrify Cincy Education Program. All votes were unanimous except Councilmember Keating was excused from the Emery Theatre item.

• Approved $1,000,000 transfer from Downtown OTR East Equivalent Fund for Emery Theatre renovation (Enactment 0314-2022, Keating excused)
• Approved application for up to $2,000,000 planning grant and $5,000,000 construction grant for Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program (Enactment 0315-2022)
• Approved $35,000 EPA grant for Electrify Cincy Education Program (Enactment 0317-2022)
• Approved modified salary schedule for Police Recruit classification (Enactment 0318-2022)
• Approved artwork installation at Hanna Playground for BLINK Cincinnati (Enactment 0319-2022)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Gateway Lofts in CUF neighborhood (Enactment 0321-2022)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Arcadia development in Oakley (Enactment 0322-2022)
• Adopted motion to design streamlined application process for leveraged support funding

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee is reviewing motions to update the Human Services Fund allocation plan and create a streamlined application process for leveraged support funding. These proposals include establishing data-driven metrics and an Impact Award for community projects.

• Motion to update human services strategies and priorities plan (Ord. 207-2020)
• Proposal for a streamlined application process for leveraged support funding
• Public hearing on Human Services Funding Cycle priorities

The committee adopted a motion to design an efficient, streamlined application process for organizations requesting leveraged support funding from the city budget, in line with the City's Performance-Based Contract Policy. Two related motions to amend the human services strategies and priorities plan were held. A presentation on the Human Services Fund and priorities data overview was filed.

• Adopted streamlined application process for leveraged support funding (motion 202201849)
• Held motion to amend human services plan with Impact Award and metrics (motion 202201850)
• Held similar motion from Councilmember Cramerding to amend human services plan (motion 202201904)
• Filed presentation on Human Services Fund & Priorities Data Overview (motion 202201905)

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing ordinances to allow sandwich board signs in Urban Design Overlay Districts. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for the Gateway Lofts and Arcadia development projects. Presentations will cover community profiles and Avondale Town Center updates.

• Ordinance to permit sandwich board signs in Urban Design Overlay Districts
• Rezoning of W. McMillan Avenue and Lyon Street properties for 'Gateway Lofts'
• Rezoning of 3033 Jared Ellis Drive for the 'Arcadia' development
• Presentation on Western Riverfront Community Profile
• Update on Residences at Avondale Town Center

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee recommended passage of three ordinances: allowing sandwich board signs in Urban Design Overlay Districts, rezoning properties in CUF for the Gateway Lofts planned development, and rezoning 3033 Jared Ellis Drive in Oakley for the Arcadia planned development. Three related presentations were filed. No votes or final council action were recorded in these minutes.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to allow sandwich board signs in Urban Design Overlay Districts (202201602)
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance to rezone CUF properties for Gateway Lofts Planned Development No. 95 (202201845)
• Recommended passage of ordinance to rezone 3033 Jared Ellis Drive in Oakley for Arcadia Planned Development No. 94 (202201808)
• Filed presentation on sandwich board sign regulations in UD Overlay District #8 (202201862)
• Filed presentation on Gateway Lofts Planned Development #95 (202201863)
• Filed presentation on Arcadia Planned Development #94 (202201864)
• Filed presentation on Western Riverfront Community Profile (202201886)
• Filed presentation on Residences at Avondale Town Center (202201889)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding grant applications and various fund transfers from the General Fund. These items include allocations for affordable housing, economic downturn reserves, and neighborhood projects.

• Transfer of $5 million to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Grant applications for up to $2 million (Fort Washington Way) and $5 million (Reconnecting Evanston)
• Allocation of $7 million for Convention Center District improvements
• $1 million for Emery Theatre acquisition and renovation
• Transfer of $17.6 million to the Economic Downturn Reserve

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of several ordinances authorizing grant applications, donations, and fund transfers, including a major $26.1 million FY 2022 carryover appropriation for capital projects, reserves, and one-time needs. The committee also recommended approval of a $1 million TIF fund for Emery Theatre renovation and a police recruit pay schedule modification. Items 6, 7, 8, and 9 on the agenda were held or filed without a vote.

• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing $26.1M in FY 2022 carryover transfers for reserves, capital projects, affordable housing, pension, and neighborhood programs
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing up to $2M planning grant and $5M construction grant for Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing up to $35K EPA grant for Electrify Cincy Education Program
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing $1M TIF fund for Emery Theatre acquisition and renovation
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance modifying police recruit salary schedule
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing toy drive donations for CRC holiday programming
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing partnership with HOPE Community Center for law enforcement resiliency training grant
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance authorizing BLINK art installation at Hanna Playground

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city fund allocations and development. This includes authorizing transfers from the General Fund to various reserves, the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, and the Emery Theatre renovation. The council is also considering a new 44-unit housing facility in Over-the-Rhine.

• New 44-unit congregate-housing facility at 2000 Dunlap Street
• $1,000,000 for Emery Theatre acquisition and renovation
• $5,000,000 contribution to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• $17,609,147 transfer to the Economic Downturn Reserve
• Grant applications for up to $2,000,000 to study caps over Fort Washington Way

Council passed a major omnibus ordinance transferring $26.1M from the general fund surplus to capital projects, including $5M for affordable housing, $7M for convention center improvements, and $3.5M for Over-the-Rhine outdoor improvements. It also approved a 15-year tax exemption for a 20-unit apartment renovation in Over-the-Rhine, a $380K pedestrian safety crew, and a collective bargaining agreement with CODE union employees. Several other items were referred to committees without final action.

• Approved $26.1M in general fund transfers to capital projects, reserves, and affordable housing (unanimous)
• Approved 15-year tax exemption for Kaladin LLC apartment renovation at 1923-1927 Elm Street (unanimous)
• Approved $380K for pedestrian safety crew and $523K for fleet/equipment (unanimous)
• Approved CODE union contract with 5% retroactive wage increase and 4%/3% in 2023/2024 (7-2)
• Approved $9,500 moral obligation payment for preservation conference (unanimous)
• Approved donations for LGBT+ Pride crosswalks on Vine Street (unanimous)
• Reappointed John Brazina to Hamilton County Transportation Improvement District (unanimous)
• Indefinitely postponed a second ordinance denying the CODE fact-finding report (unanimous)

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 4, 2022, has been cancelled.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will review an ordinance proposing changes to the municipal income tax code following the legalization of sports betting in Ohio. The proposal would require certain sports gaming proprietors and lottery agents to withhold and remit taxes to the city. Presentations are also scheduled regarding the criminal housing docket and sports gaming proprietors.

• Ordinance to modify Chapter 311 of the Cincinnati Municipal Code for sports gaming tax collection
• Presentation on the Criminal Housing Docket
• Presentation on Sports Gaming Proprietors

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is reviewing a tax exemption for residential remodeling at 1923-1927 Elm Street and 201-207 Henry Street. The agenda also includes funding transfers for a new pedestrian safety installation crew and equipment.

• Tax exemption for $1,666,557 apartment remodeling at 1923-1927 Elm Street and 201-207 Henry Street
• $380,000 transfer to fund a new pedestrian safety infrastructure installation crew
• $523,000 appropriation for pedestrian safety fleet and equipment
• Authorization to solicit donations for LGBT+ Pride crosswalks on Vine Street
• $9,500 payment to the National Alliance of Preservation Commission

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance granting a 15-year, 100% tax exemption on improvements to a building at 1923-1927 Elm Street and 201-207 Henry Street, converting it into 20 apartment units at a cost of $1,666,557. The committee also recommended passage of ordinances to accept donations for LGBT+ Pride crosswalks, pay $9,500 to host a preservation conference, and transfer $903,000 for a pedestrian safety crew. Two presentations were filed without action.

• Recommended passage of CRA tax exemption for Kaladin LLC at 1923-1927 Elm Street and 201-207 Henry Street (15-year, 100% of improvement value)
• Recommended passage of ordinance to solicit and accept donations for LGBT+ Pride crosswalks on Vine Street
• Recommended passage of emergency payment of $9,500 to National Alliance of Preservation Commission for conference hosting
• Recommended passage of emergency transfer of $380,000 for pedestrian safety crew and $523,000 for related equipment
• Filed presentation on CRA at 1923-1927 Elm Street and 201-207 Henry Street
• Filed presentation on 2022 CODE Fact-Finding Report

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council met to review several appointments and property agreements. The session included decisions on a tax exemption for Over-the-Rhine remodeling and the sale of property at 3139 Reading Road to the federal government.

• Tax exemption for Kaladin LLC's $1,666,557 remodeling in Over-the-Rhine
• Sale of 3139 Reading Road property to the U.S. for $3,070,500 for a CDC campus
• Transfer of $523,000 for pedestrian safety fleet and equipment
• Increase of Water Works chemical fund limit from $1,700,000 to $4,200,000
• Grant of up to $288,200 for the FususOne video management system

Council passed several ordinances, including the sale of the Cincinnati Parks Operations Center and three vacant parcels at 3139 Reading Road to the U.S. government for $3,070,500 to facilitate a new CDC/NIOSH campus. Also approved were a $2.5M transfer for water treatment chemicals, a $288,200 grant for a real-time crime video platform, and a $240,000 transfer to move the 311 service line to the Emergency Communications Center. Several other items were referred to committees or filed.

• Approved sale of Parks Operations Center and three parcels at 3139 Reading Road to U.S. for $3,070,500 (unanimous)
• Approved $2.5M transfer to Water Works Stores for chemical reserves (unanimous)
• Approved $288,200 Project Safe Neighborhoods grant for FususOne crime video platform (unanimous)
• Approved $240,000 transfer to move 311 service line to Emergency Communications Center (unanimous)
• Approved donation of Millvale property from C.W. Wood Manufacturing for Mill Creek Road project (unanimous)
• Approved West Price Hill neighborhood plan as planning guide (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for administration report on environmental impacts of surface parking lots (unanimous)
• Referred 15-year tax exemption for 20-unit apartment at 1923-1927 Elm Street to Budget & Finance Committee

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review presentations on the financial costs of climate change to local governments. Agenda items also include a report on South Fairmont traffic calming and a motion for a 60-day report on the environmental impacts of surface parking lots.

• Motion for a 60-day report on the environmental impacts of surface parking lots
• Presentation on financial costs of climate change to Ohio's local governments
• Report regarding South Fairmont Traffic Calming
• Green Cincinnati Plan update presentation

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee heard presentations on climate change costs and the Green Cincinnati Plan. The committee adopted a motion directing the administration to report within 60 days on environmental impacts of surface parking lots, including urban heat islands and stormwater management. All other agenda items were filed without substantive decisions.

• Adopted motion 202201801 to study environmental impacts of surface parking lots (unanimous)
• Filed presentation on climate change costs from Ohio Environmental Council
• Filed Green Cincinnati Plan update presentation
• Filed report on South Fairmont Traffic Calming

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing committee is reviewing resolutions to approve the Belong, Be Strong: West Price Hill plan as a planning guide. The agenda also includes presentations on land readjustment in the Village of Silverton and updates on the West Price Hill plan.

• Resolution 202201659 to approve the Belong, Be Strong: West Price Hill plan
• Resolution 202201711 (B Version) regarding the West Price Hill planning guide
• Presentation on West Price Hill’s neighborhood plan
• Presentation on Neighborhood Revitalization through Land Readjustment in the Village of Silverton

The committee held a resolution to approve the Belong, Be Strong: West Price Hill plan as the official planning guide for the West Price Hill neighborhood. A second, identical resolution was recommended for passage by all members present. Two presentations on the plan and on land readjustment in Silverton were filed.

• Held Resolution 202201659, which would approve the Belong, Be Strong: West Price Hill plan as the planning guide for the West Price Hill neighborhood.
• Recommended passage of Resolution 202201711 (B version), which also approves the Belong, Be Strong: West Price Hill plan as the planning guide for the West Price Hill neighborhood.
• Filed Presentation 202201813 from the City Manager regarding the West Price Hill neighborhood plan.
• Filed Presentation 202201838 from Councilmember Harris on 'Neighborhood Revitalization through Land Readjustment - Village of Silverton, Cincinnati, Ohio.'

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding property transfers and fund adjustments. Proposed actions include a land sale in Avondale to the United States and a grant for a new crime-response video system. The committee will also consider changes to water treatment chemical funding and 311 service line management.

• Sale of Cincinnati Parks Operations Center and Avondale parcels for $3,070,500.00
• Property donation in Millvale for the Mill Creek Road Improvement Project
• Grant application for up to $288,200 for the FususOne video management system
• Increase of Water Works chemical fund advance limit to $4,200,000
• Transfer of 311 Service Line funding and employees to the City Manager’s Office

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to restrict surface parking lot development in the Downtown Development district. The agenda also includes a proposal to rename Calhoun Street to Oscar Robertson Way once sufficient donations are received. Other items include grant applications for public safety technology and road improvements.

• Ordinance to rename Calhoun Street to Oscar Robertson Way, pending sufficient donations
• Ordinance to restrict surface parking lot development in the Downtown Development district
• Grant application for up to $288,200 for the FususOne video and incident management system
• Grant application for up to $5,000,000 for the Harrison Avenue Safety Improvement Project
• Ordinance to increase the Water Works chemical fund advance limit from $1,700,000 to $4,200,000

Council approved an emergency ordinance establishing a three-month Interim Development Control Overlay District No. 88, 'Surface Parking in the Downtown Development Zoning District,' restricting new surface parking lots in the DD zoning district. The council also passed several other ordinances, including accepting a $5 million grant application for the Harrison Avenue Safety Improvement Project and approving a $3.07 million sale of city property for a new CDC/NIOSH campus, though the latter was referred to committee. Several appointments and ordinances were held or referred for further review.

• Passed emergency ordinance establishing Interim Development Control Overlay District No. 88 restricting surface parking in downtown (Enactment No. 0300-2022)
• Passed ordinance authorizing application for up to $5,000,000 Highway Safety Improvement Program grant for Harrison Avenue Safety Improvement Project (Enactment No. 0294-2022)
• Passed ordinance authorizing sale of Cincinnati Parks Operations Center and three parcels at 3139 Reading Road for $3,070,500 to U.S. for CDC/NIOSH campus (referred to Budget & Finance Committee)
• Passed ordinance accepting $62,500 donation from Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation for CPD Patrol Boat Program (Enactment No. 0295-2022)
• Passed ordinance establishing capital project account and transferring $450,000 for salt dome repairs (Enactment No. 0298-2022)
• Passed ordinance accepting $5,800 in donations for Miracle League Baseball Program (Enactment No. 0297-2022)
• Passed ordinance repealing duplicate section 1601-46 of Neighborhood Quality of Life Uniform Code (Enactment No. 0301-2022)
• Confirmed reappointment of Valarie Boykins to Internal Audit Committee

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will review ordinances to update municipal income tax requirements for legalized sports betting and repeal a duplicate section of the sign code. The agenda also includes an update on CODE Union labor negotiations and a presentation on the 'Light It Up' community engagement campaign.

• Ordinance 202201775: New income tax withholding requirements for sports gaming proprietors
• Ordinance 202201776: Repeal of a duplicate section in the sign code
• Presentation: 'Light It Up' community engagement campaign
• Update: Status of labor negotiations with the CODE Union

The committee held an ordinance that would require sports gaming operators to withhold and remit municipal income tax, aligning with Ohio's legalization of sports betting. A separate ordinance to repeal a duplicate sign code section was recommended for passage. The meeting also included an executive session on CODE employee compensation negotiations.

• Held ordinance requiring sports gaming tax withholding (no vote recorded)
• Recommended passage of sign code repeal (no vote recorded)

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 20, 2022, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will review a grant application for Harrison Avenue safety improvements, including reducing vehicle lanes. Members will also discuss new interim regulations for surface parking in the downtown district. Other items include utility easements and various city donations.

• Grant application for up to $5,000,000 for Harrison Avenue safety improvements
• $450,000 appropriation for repairs to Dunbar, Crookshank, and North Central salt domes
• Interim overlay district regulations for surface parking in the Downtown Development District
• Acceptance of a donation up to $62,500 for the Cincinnati Police Department Patrol Boat Program
• Expenditure of up to $40,000 to reconfigure water service lines in Central Parkway

The Budget and Finance Committee voted to recommend passage of an emergency ordinance establishing Interim Development Control Overlay District No. 88, which would ban new surface parking lots in the Downtown Development Zoning District for three months. The committee also recommended passage of several other items, including accepting a $5 million state grant for the Harrison Avenue safety project, a $62,500 donation from the Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation for police boat patrols, and $450,000 for salt dome repairs. All recommendations will go to the full City Council for final action.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance establishing a 3-month ban on new surface parking lots in the Downtown Development Zoning District (IDC Overlay District No. 88)
• Recommended passage of ordinance to apply for up to $5,000,000 from ODOT for the Harrison Avenue Safety Improvement Project
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance accepting $62,500 donation from Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation for police patrol boat program
• Recommended passage of ordinance accepting $5,800 in donations for the Miracle League Baseball Program
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance transferring $450,000 for salt dome repairs at Dunbar, Crookshank, and North Central locations
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing up to $40,000 to reconfigure water lines and abandon the Stier Alley water main
• Approved and filed a report on the Tax Incentive Review Council's status of property tax agreements for year-end 2021
• Recommended passage of two ordinances accepting public utility easements for water mains on Colonial Ridge Court and in Oakley

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council meeting includes several appointments to local boards and commissions. The agenda also features liquor permit applications, water utility easements, and updates to the municipal income tax regarding sports gaming.

• $5,000,000 grant application for Harrison Avenue Safety Improvement Project
• $62,500 donation from Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation for a police patrol boat
• $450,000 transfer for repairs and replacements of salt domes
• Income tax updates regarding sports gaming withholding
• $40,000 expenditure for water service line reconfiguration in Central Parkway

Cincinnati City Council passed multiple ordinances rezoning properties in Pleasant Ridge, Evanston, and Oakley to allow new housing and entertainment developments. They also approved a motion to study yard waste disposal practices and another to explore flexibility in urban forestry funding. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Landsman absent.

• Approved rezoning of 6010-6026 Montgomery Road and 5984-5988 Lester Road in Pleasant Ridge to Planned Development District No. 93 (Enactment No. 0286-2022).
• Approved rezoning of 3002-3026 Woodburn Avenue in Evanston to RM-0.7 district for a 29-home single-family development (Enactment No. 0291-2022).
• Approved major amendment to Planned Development No. 64 in Oakley to allow an entertainment complex with eating, drinking, and recreation uses (Enactment No. 0289-2022).
• Approved major amendment to Planned Development No. 64 in Oakley to allow a hotel and reduce office space (Enactment No. 0290-2022).
• Adopted motion directing administration to report on yard waste disposal program parameters and best practices (Motion No. 202201747).
• Adopted motion directing administration to report on options for increased flexibility in Urban Forestry frontage assessment funds (Motion No. 202201673).
• Approved emergency ordinance authorizing signage at 1 Paul Brown Stadium notwithstanding code provisions (Enactment No. 0288-2022).
• Approved emergency ordinance accepting $62,500 donation from Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation for Police Patrol Boat Program (Enactment No. 0295-2022, referred to committee).

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee is reviewing ordinances for various zoning changes across Cincinnati. The agenda includes proposals for a new parking overlay in the West End and development updates in Evanston, Oakley, and Pleasant Ridge.

• Rezoning 3002-3026 Woodburn Avenue in Evanston for a 29-home development
• Establishing Urban Parking Overlay District #3 to remove parking requirements in the West End
• Rezoning Montgomery Road and Lester Road in Pleasant Ridge to Planned Development District No. 93
• Amending PD-64 in Oakley to permit a hotel and an entertainment complex
• Authorizing signage installation at 1 Paul Brown Stadium Way

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee held a public hearing on six proposed ordinances and five presentations. All six ordinances received a recommendation for passage, including rezoning 3002-3026 Woodburn Avenue in Evanston to allow a 29-home single-family development, establishing an Urban Parking Overlay District in the West End to eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements, and approving major amendments to Planned Development No. 64 in Oakley for a hotel and an entertainment complex. The committee also recommended passage of an emergency ordinance authorizing signage at Paul Brown Stadium notwithstanding downtown development district sign standards. No votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to rezone 3002-3026 Woodburn Avenue in Evanston from RMX to RM-0.7 for a 29-home single-family development
• Recommended passage of ordinance establishing Urban Parking Overlay District #3 in the West End to eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance authorizing signage at 1 Paul Brown Stadium Way notwithstanding downtown development district sign standards
• Recommended passage of ordinance to rezone 6010-6026 Montgomery Road and 5984-5988 Lester Road in Pleasant Ridge to Planned Development District No. 93
• Recommended passage of major amendment to PD-64 in Oakley to eliminate a parking garage, reposition an office building, and permit a hotel
• Recommended passage of major amendment to PD-64 in Oakley to eliminate a proposed office building and permit an entertainment complex with eating, drinking, and recreation uses
• Filed presentations on proposed zone changes, parking overlay district, and PD-64 amendments for informational purposes

Youth & Human Services

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee held a special meeting to hear presentations on Over-The-Rhine (OTR) community topics. Discussions included OTR safety, parking, and the Findlay Community Center. A report was also presented regarding attention-getting devices for crosswalks.

• Presentation on balancing infill with amenities in OTR
• Report on attention-getting devices for crosswalks
• Presentation on the Findlay Community Center
• Update on the Community Partnering Center
• Presentation on OTR safety from CPD District 1

The Healthy Neighborhoods Committee held a special meeting with presentations on Over-the-Rhine safety, parking, the Findlay Market proposal, and a community center update. No votes or formal decisions were taken; all items were filed as informational.

• Filed OTR parking presentation by Alexis Marsh
• Filed Devou Good Foundation Findlay Market proposal presentation
• Filed 3CDC Findlay Community Center presentation
• Filed city manager report on crosswalk attention-getting devices
• Filed CPD safety presentation by Captain Matthew Hammer

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review infrastructure condition reports and updates on the RAISE Grant. Members will consider motions regarding yard waste disposal and flexibility for Urban Forestry funds. The agenda also includes ordinances for bridge maintenance and fire safety improvements in multi-family housing.

• Ordinance for bridge maintenance on State Route 32, 9th Street over I-75, and E. McMillan Street over I-71
• Ordinance modifying the Housing Code for fire safety in multi-family structures
• Motion requesting a report on yard waste disposal program parameters
• Motion regarding flexibility for Urban Forestry frontage assessment funds
• Report on the West Side Bike Trail

The committee adopted two motions: one directing the administration to report on yard waste disposal program parameters and best practices, and another requiring a report within 60 days on options for increased flexibility in how Urban Forestry frontage assessment funds are used, including for trees on other public property to reduce heat islands. The committee also recommended passage of ordinances authorizing bridge maintenance on State Route 32, 9th Street, and E. McMillan Street, and modifying fire safety codes for multi-family housing. Three presentations on the RAISE grant, Complete Streets, and lively community streets were filed.

• Adopted motion directing administration to report on yard waste disposal program parameters, processes, constraints, and best practices (202201747).
• Adopted motion requiring a report within 60 days on options for increased flexibility in Urban Forestry frontage assessment fund use, including for trees on other public property (202201673).
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing cooperation with ODOT for bridge maintenance on State Route 32, 9th Street, and E. McMillan Street (202201740).
• Recommended passage of ordinance modifying fire safety codes for multi-family housing, including self-closing doors (202201743).
• Approved and filed 2021 Infrastructure Condition Reports (202201574).
• Approved and filed report on the West Side Bike Trail (202201575).
• Referred report on removal of rush hour parking restrictions to the City Manager for a report (202201586).
• Filed three presentations: RAISE Grant update, Complete Streets benefits, and Lively Community Streets (202201746, 202201764, 202201783).

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will discuss a report regarding PACE financing and government efficiencies. Members proposed a motion for the Administration to analyze PACE financing frameworks and fee structures. Several ordinances regarding easements and property sales are also on the agenda.

• Motion for a feasibility analysis of PACE financing and fee structures
• Easements on Green and Race Streets in Over-the-Rhine
• Easement for retaining walls and pavement in Hyde Park
• Property sale at 4700 Ridge Avenue in Oakley to Cinfed Federal Credit Union
• Vacating Hallmar Avenue in the CUF neighborhood

The Budget and Finance Committee received a report on PACE financing and government efficiencies, and filed a motion requesting a feasibility analysis for pre-authorizing PACE-related legislation and allowing multiple program administrators. The committee also recommended passage of several ordinances, including one to correct a fund designation for real property sale proceeds, and others authorizing easements and property sales in Over-the-Rhine, Hyde Park, Oakley, and the CUF neighborhood.

• Filed report on PACE financing and government efficiencies (REF #202200791)
• Filed motion requesting feasibility analysis for pre-authorizing PACE legislation and multiple program administrators
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance correcting fund for real property sale proceeds (202201737)
• Recommended passage of ordinance granting easements to OTR Holdings, Inc. for step encroachments on Green and Race Streets (202201738)
• Recommended passage of ordinance granting easement to Robert B. Hinton, Jr. for retaining walls on Handasyde Court and Menlo Avenue (202201739)
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing property sale to Cinfed Federal Credit Union at 4700 Ridge Avenue, Oakley (202201741)
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing property sale to Marshall at Central, LLC for vacating Hallmar Avenue in CUF (202201742)
• Filed presentation on 311 update and next steps (202201777)

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing several mayoral appointments to various boards and commissions. Members are also considering motions for reports on yard waste disposal and urban forestry fund usage. The agenda includes reviews of liquor permit applications and special event permits.

• Establishment of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Task Force
• Motion for a report on yard waste disposal program processes and best practices
• Motion for a report on increasing flexibility for Urban Forestry frontage assessment funds
• Review of liquor permit applications for businesses including Price Hill Petroleum LLC
• Review of special event permits including Battle at the Banks 2022

Council passed an emergency ordinance to place a charter amendment on the ballot that would require the mayor to assign legislative matters to committees within a set time, with the clerk authorized to assign if the mayor does not. The council also approved over $6.5 million in Ohio Public Works Commission grants for bridge and road improvements, accepted a $750,000 grant for the Central Parkway Bikeway phase 2, and authorized $710,000 in donations and transfers for Lytle Park improvements. Several board appointments were confirmed, including to the Board of Health, Retirement System, Elections Commission, and others.

• Passed emergency ordinance to submit charter amendment on legislative assignment deadlines to voters (unanimous)
• Approved $6.5M in OPWC grants for Brighton Bridge, Juergens Ave, Glenway Ave, and Ridge Ave improvements (unanimous)
• Accepted $750,000 Transportation Alternatives grant for Central Parkway Bikeway phase 2 (unanimous)
• Authorized $710,000 in donations and transfers for Lytle Park restoration (unanimous)
• Confirmed Surmeet Bedi, MD to Cincinnati Board of Health (unanimous)
• Confirmed Sheila Simmons to Cincinnati Retirement System Board (unanimous)
• Confirmed Terry Rath to Cincinnati Elections Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 transfer for Lytle Park improvements from Park Board fund (unanimous)

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 7, 2022, has been cancelled in chambers.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will hear presentations on Police and Fire Cadet programs and City Camp updates. It will also consider motions to change a committee start time and appoint Jeff Cramerding to this committee. An emergency ordinance is proposed to amend the City Charter regarding legislative assignment timelines.

• Presentation: Success of the Police & Fire Cadet Programs
• Presentation: City Camp Updates
• Motion to change Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee start time
• Motion to appoint Councilmember Jeff Cramerding to this committee
• Emergency Ordinance regarding City Charter amendment for legislative assignment timelines

Youth & Human Services

The Cincinnati City Council Healthy Neighborhoods Special Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 7, 2022, has been cancelled. The meeting was originally set to take place at the Over-the-Rhine Recreation Center.

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding state and federal grants for road and bridge improvements. Members are also considering assessments for lead service line replacements and various departmental payments.

• Up to $6,500,000 in OPWC grants for Brighton Bridge, Juergens Ave, Glenway Ave, and Ridge Ave projects
• Ordinance to levy assessments for unpaid costs of private lead service line replacements
• Application for a $250,000 U.S. DOT grant for a Transportation Safety Action Plan
• $60,000 in-kind donation from Coca-Cola for basketball court renovations
• Motion to request a prioritized list of deferred maintenance projects by department and neighborhood

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of multiple ordinances, including establishing four new capital improvement accounts funded by up to $6.5 million in Ohio Public Works Commission grants for the Brighton Approach Bridge, Juergens Avenue, Glenway Avenue, and Ridge Avenue. The committee also recommended passage of ordinances to accept grants for a Transportation Safety Action Plan, Central Parkway Bikeway Phase 2, and other items, as well as several emergency payments and transfers. All recommendations are forwarded to the full City Council for final action.

• Recommended passage of ordinance establishing four OPWC grant-funded capital projects totaling up to $6.5M
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing application for up to $250,000 USDOT Safe Streets grant
• Recommended passage of ordinance accepting $750,000 Transportation Alternatives grant for Central Parkway Bikeway Phase 2
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance levying assessments for unpaid lead service line replacement costs
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance increasing child care stabilization grant from $204,000 to $304,703
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance authorizing $200,000 transfer and $510,000 donation for Lytle Park improvements
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinances authorizing moral obligation payments totaling over $78,000 for various city services
• Referred motion to City Manager for a report on deferred maintenance projects

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee met for a special meeting to consider Ordinance 202201714. This ordinance proposes the appointment of Sheryl Long as City Manager, effective September 1, 2022. The measure also establishes terms and compensation for the position.

• Ordinance 202201714: Appointment of Sheryl Long as City Manager

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council met for a special meeting to consider the appointment of Sheryl Long as City Manager. The ordinance establishes the terms and compensation for the position, effective September 1, 2022.

• Appointment of Sheryl Long as City Manager
• Ordinance 202201714 establishing terms and compensation for the City Manager position

The council voted 9-0 to confirm Sheryl Long as city manager, effective September 1, 2022, with an emergency clause and suspension of three readings. The meeting lasted from 1:00 to 2:07 PM.

• Approved Sheryl Long as city manager (9-0)

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing several mayoral appointments to various city boards and commissions. Members are also considering an ordinance regarding sign regulations and a motion for a deferred maintenance report. The agenda includes numerous liquor permit applications and a special event permit.

• Ordinance to allow sandwich board signs in Urban Design Overlay Districts
• Motion for a prioritized list of deferred maintenance projects and costs
• Resolution recognizing the Cincinnati Police Department Military Liaison Group
• Multiple liquor permit applications, including some with objections
• Special event permit application for Glass Animals

Cincinnati City Council approved a large batch of ordinances, including authorizing the City Manager to apply for up to $200,000,000 in federal Bridge Investment Program funds for the Western Hills Viaduct. Council also passed several emergency ordinances, including creating new community entertainment districts in Mt. Washington and Mt. Auburn, and establishing an Opioid Settlement Fund. Numerous other grant applications, easements, and budget transfers were approved.

• Approved application for up to $200M federal grant for Western Hills Viaduct (Enactment 0242-2022)
• Approved Mt. Washington Community Entertainment District (Enactment 0261-2022)
• Approved Mt. Auburn Five Points Community Entertainment District (Enactment 0262-2022)
• Established Opioid Settlement Fund 475 (Enactment 0259-2022)
• Approved $625,000 transfer to Neighborhood Business District Support Grants (Enactment 0254-2022)
• Approved up to $3M for Emergency Rental Assistance program (Enactment 0258-2022)
• Approved $500,000 Cincinnati Park Board donation for parks operations (Enactment 0253-2022)
• Approved $591,655 Homeland Security grant for police equipment (Enactment 0243-2022)

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will review updates on pedestrian safety and the city's e-scooter program involving Bird and Lime. An emergency ordinance to modify the salary range schedule for School Crossing Guards is also on the agenda.

• Salary range modification for School Crossing Guards
• Pedestrian safety and traffic unit updates
• E-scooter program update from DOTE, Bird, and Lime
• DOTE pedestrian safety program update

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The Cincinnati City Council’s Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 2, 2022, has been cancelled.

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing applications and ordinances to create two new community entertainment districts. These include the Mt. Washington Community Entertainment District and the Mt. Auburn Five Points Community Entertainment District.

• Ordinance 202201597: Approving Mt. Washington Community Entertainment District
• Ordinance 202201613: Approving Mt. Auburn Five Points Community Entertainment District
• Communication 202201557: Mount Washington entertainment district application
• Communication 202201558: Mount Auburn entertainment district application

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing several grant applications and city agreements. These include funding for road rehabilitation, public safety equipment, and health initiatives. The meeting also includes a presentation on processes for managing fiscal year 2022 carryover funds.

• $200 million grant application for Western Hills Viaduct construction
• $2.15 million grant for the River Road Rehabilitation project
• $591,655 grant for Cincinnati Police Department SWAT and CRT equipment
• $50,000 grant to reduce youth vaping in Walnut Hills and Western Hills
• Lease agreement with Fountain Place, LLC for Convention Way

The Budget and Finance Committee reviewed and recommended passage of 27 items, including ordinances authorizing grant applications, easements, leases, fund transfers, and payments. All items were filed or recommended for passage, with no denials or tabling. The most significant action was recommending passage of an ordinance to apply for up to $200,000,000 in federal funding for the Western Hills Viaduct construction.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to apply for up to $200M federal Bridge Investment Program grant for Western Hills Viaduct
• Recommended passage of ordinance to accept up to $2.15M ODOT grant for River Road rehabilitation
• Recommended passage of ordinance to lease Convention Way to Fountain Place, LLC for up to 30 years
• Recommended passage of ordinance to grant easement to Fountain Place, LLC for Fifth Street access ramp
• Recommended passage of ordinance to transfer $625,000 from Neighborhood Activation Fund to Neighborhood Business District Support Grants
• Recommended passage of ordinance to accept up to $3M for Emergency Rental Assistance program
• Recommended passage of ordinance to establish Opioid Settlement Fund 475
• Recommended passage of ordinance to pay $21,858.94 to Velecor LLC as moral obligation for IT services

Youth & Human Services

The committee will review a presentation regarding the historical background of Marquis de Lafayette. A motion was submitted for city departments to work with “The Lafayette Trail, Inc.” to install a marker near the American Queen Paddlewheel sculpture.

• Motion to install a commemorative marker on the Riverfront
• Presentation regarding the historical background of Marquis de Lafayette
• Proposal for the City to accept a gift from “The Lafayette Trail, Inc.”

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee voted to direct the Department of Transportation & Engineering, with the Parks Department, to work with The Lafayette Trail, Inc. to install a commemorative marker on the riverfront for the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette's 1825 visit. The motion also authorizes sending an official letter to accept the marker gift. Two presentations were filed: a historical background on Lafayette and Homebase's 2021 annual report.

• Adopted motion to install Lafayette marker near American Queen Paddlewheel sculpture (unanimous)
• Filed presentation on Lafayette historical background
• Filed Homebase 2021 annual report

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing several grants for public safety, including funding for police boats and fire department training. They are also considering property easement releases in Oakley and asbestos abatement for the Shillito’s West Building. The meeting includes resolutions regarding reproductive rights and Pride Month honorees.

• Resolution affirming reproductive rights and opposing Ohio abortion bans
• Fund transfers for Over-the-Rhine mixed-income housing development
• $342,514 FEMA grant for police patrol boats and fire rescue training
• $900,000 grant for Shillito’s West Building asbestos abatement
• $97,243 grant for Dutch Colony Drive sidewalk improvements

Cincinnati City Council passed an emergency ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 305-2001 and directing the City Manager to amend the city's health insurance plans to include coverage for elective abortion-related health services. The council also passed a resolution affirming support for reproductive rights and denouncing the U.S. Supreme Court's Dobbs decision. Numerous other ordinances were approved, including grants, tax exemptions, and funding transfers.

• Repealed Ordinance No. 305-2001 and authorized health plan coverage for elective abortion services (Emergency, Enactment No. 0229-2022)
• Passed resolution affirming support for reproductive rights and denouncing Dobbs v. Jackson (8-1, Enactment No. 0077-2022)
• Approved $342,514 FEMA Port Security Grant for police patrol boat and fire rescue training (Emergency, Enactment No. 0211-2022)
• Approved $1,227,259.95 transfer for OTR Mixed Income Housing TIF project (Emergency, Enactment No. 0219-2022)
• Approved 12-year CRA tax exemption for OTR Holdings mixed-use development at 1701-1705 Race St. (Emergency, Enactment No. 0222-2022)
• Approved 13-year CRA tax exemption for Fountain Residential Partners 136-unit project (Emergency, Enactment No. 0223-2022)
• Approved $1,396,000 transfer to Health Network Fund for Cincinnati Health Department (Emergency, Enactment No. 0227-2022)
• Referred partial release of water main easement at Disney Street properties to Budget & Finance Committee

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will review presentations on the GRASP program and CCA updates. The agenda also includes ordinances to modify sanitarian classification titles and update liability for storing unlicensed or inoperable vehicles.

• Ordinance 202201407: Modifies job titles for various Sanitarian roles
• Ordinance 202201410: Establishes liability for persons in control of property where unlicensed or inoperable vehicles are stored
• Presentation on the GRASP Program
• CCA updates presentation

The committee recommended passage of two emergency ordinances: one updating classification titles for Sanitarian positions, and another revising traffic code penalties for unlicensed or inoperable vehicles. It also recommended transferring funds to support YWCA and St. Vincent de Paul Society programs. A resident communication objecting to a liquor license for a nightclub on Reading Road was filed.

• Recommended passage of ordinance modifying Sanitarian classification titles (4-0)
• Recommended passage of ordinance revising vehicle storage penalties and violation classifications
• Recommended passage of ordinance transferring $12,218 to YWCA of Greater Cincinnati
• Recommended passage of ordinance transferring $6,500 to St. Vincent de Paul Society Eviction Prevention Initiative
• Filed communication from residents objecting to liquor license for nightclub at 7891 and 7897 Reading Rd

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing a motion to offer a $50,000 reward for information leading to the safe return of the historic Romulus and Remus Statue (Capitoline Wolf) stolen from Eden Park. The agenda also includes several ordinances to accept grants and donations for police, fire, recreation, and housing projects, plus tax exemption agreements for developments in Over-the-Rhine and other neighborhoods.

• $50,000 reward for return of Romulus and Remus Statue in Eden Park
• Grant of up to $342,514 for police patrol boat program and fire swiftwater rescue training
• Grant of up to $404,917.22 for fire department peer support coordinator and training
• Grant of up to $900,000 for asbestos abatement in Shillito's West Building
• 12-year tax exemption for OTR Holdings mixed-use development at 1701-1705 Race St and 1338/1401 Main St

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended passage of 22 items, including an emergency ordinance to repeal a 2001 ban and add elective abortion coverage to city health plans (9-0), a $1.396M transfer to the Health Network Fund, and two Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption agreements for mixed-income housing in Over-the-Rhine and Camp Washington/CUF. It also recommended accepting multiple grants and donations for police, fire, recreation, and infrastructure projects. All items were recommended for passage; no items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to repeal 2001 ban and add elective abortion coverage to city health plans (9-0)
• Recommended passage of $1.396M transfer from General Fund to Health Network Fund for Cincinnati Health Department
• Recommended passage of 12-year, 100% tax exemption for OTR Holdings Inc. mixed-use development at 1701-1705 Race St. and 1338/1401 Main St.
• Recommended passage of 13-year, 100% tax exemption for Fountain Residential Partners LLC development in Camp Washington/CUF
• Recommended passage of $1.227M and $347,740 transfers for OTR Mixed Income Housing TIF project
• Recommended passage of $342,514 federal Port Security Grant for police patrol boat and fire training
• Recommended passage of $404,917.22 state grant for fire department peer support coordinator
• Recommended passage of $1,096,596.87 Ohio Dept. of Education grant for CRC summer/afterschool programs

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing several grant applications and fund transfers. Items include funding for police equipment, fire department training, and neighborhood infrastructure. The council will also consider appointments to the Convention Facilities Authority.

• Up to $900,000 grant for Shillito’s West Building asbestos abatement
• $50,000 reward proposed for the return of the Romulus and Remus statue
• Up to $342,514 FEMA grant for police patrol boats and fire rescue training
• Up to $404,917.22 grant application for Fire Department peer support
• $1,227,259.95 transfer for Over-the-Rhine mixed-income housing

Cincinnati City Council approved the FY 2023 General Fund operating budget of $470,032,850, including a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for city employees and a 4.7% increase in building and inspections fees. The council also passed a $139.8M American Rescue Plan appropriation for fiscal stability, approved multiple bond issuances for street, park, and recreation improvements, and confirmed two appointments to the Convention Facilities Authority. Several items were referred to the Budget & Finance Committee, including a $50,000 reward for information on the stolen Romulus and Remus statue.

• Approved FY2023 General Fund budget of $470,032,850 with 3% COLA (8-0, Kearney excused)
• Approved $139,795,061.50 ARP appropriation for fiscal stability (8-0)
• Approved $15.3M street improvement bonds and $15.937M notes (8-0)
• Approved $198M water system refunding bonds (8-0)
• Approved $200M general obligation refunding bonds (8-0)
• Approved $70M economic development refunding bonds (8-0)
• Confirmed Ashley Bryant-Bailey and Nidhi Bambino Bedi to Convention Facilities Authority (8-0)
• Referred $50,000 reward for Romulus and Remus statue theft to Budget & Finance Committee

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting features presentations regarding childhood trauma awareness, training, and crisis services. The agenda also includes an emergency ordinance to allow the installation of artwork on traffic control boxes in Over-the-Rhine and the Central Business District.

• Presentation from Tri State Trauma Network on system transformation
• Presentation regarding wraparound services by eXclusive Services
• Presentation on mobile crisis units with UC Health and Hamilton County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board
• Presentation on 988 and 911 emergency communications
• Emergency ordinance for artwork on traffic control boxes in Over-the-Rhine and the Central Business District

The Healthy Neighborhoods Committee held a special meeting on childhood trauma with presentations from community organizations. The only formal action was a recommendation to pass an emergency ordinance authorizing the City Manager to design, install, and maintain artwork on traffic control boxes in Over-the-Rhine and the Central Business District. The recommendation passed with Vice Mayor Kearney and Councilmembers Parks and Johnson voting yes; Councilmember Harris was absent.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance 202201351 for traffic box artwork in OTR and CBD (3-0, Harris absent)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing ordinances to reallocate American Rescue Plan funds and adjust various city budget accounts. These measures include transferring funds for personnel positions, community organizations like the Urban League and ArtWorks, and pedestrian safety initiatives.

• Reallocation of $1,075,061.50 from American Rescue Plan COVID expense accounts to new project accounts
• Transfer of $350,000 within General Fund for personnel and support for Urban League and ArtWorks
• Allocation of $50,000 to the Department of Transportation and Engineering for a pedestrian safety position
• Transfer of $100,000 to the Office of Communications for Citicable services

The Budget and Finance Committee unanimously approved two emergency ordinances. The first realigns $1,075,061.50 in American Rescue Plan funds to match actual uses and establishes new project accounts. The second authorizes $575,000 in transfers between capital and operating funds, including $100,000 for the Urban League, $150,000 for ArtWorks, and $50,000 for pedestrian safety staffing.

• Approved ordinance 202201486: transfer $1,075,061.50 from ARPA project account to Local Fiscal Recovery Fund 469 and establish new project accounts (9-0)
• Approved ordinance 202201487: transfer $575,000 between capital funds, including $100,000 for Urban League, $150,000 for ArtWorks, and $50,000 for pedestrian safety FTE (9-0)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee is reviewing updates on the 2023 Green Cincinnati Plan. Councilmembers proposed motions requesting reports on expanding leading pedestrian intervals across 52 neighborhoods and maintaining pedestrian access during construction projects. The agenda also includes an ordinance to approve a revised safety plan for the Cincinnati Bell Connector.

• Motion requesting a report on rolling out leading pedestrian intervals in 52 neighborhoods
• Motion seeking a policy framework to maintain pedestrian access during roadway and development construction
• Ordinance approving the revised Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan for the Cincinnati Bell Connector
• Presentation on the 2023 Green Cincinnati Plan Development Update

The committee adopted two motions directing the Administration to report within 90 days on plans to improve pedestrian safety: one to roll out leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs) across all 52 neighborhoods, and another to require maintaining pedestrian access during construction projects. It also recommended passage of an ordinance approving the revised Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan for the Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar. A presentation on the 2023 Green Cincinnati Plan was filed.

• Adopted motion for LPI rollout plan across 52 neighborhoods (202201344)
• Adopted motion for pedestrian access policy during construction (202201428)
• Recommended passage of Cincinnati Bell Connector safety plan ordinance (202201449)
• Filed 2023 Green Cincinnati Plan update presentation (202201485)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding grant applications and community donations. The agenda includes funding requests for first responder wellness, the Red Bike program expansion, and tax exemptions for new developments.

• Expansion of the Red Bike program into Avondale, Evanston, Roselawn, and Bond Hill
• Grant applications for up to $8 million and $1 million for two transportation projects
• A $183,500 grant application for first responder wellness training and equipment
• 12-year tax exemption for an $8,595,106 mixed-use development in Over-the-Rhine
• Donation of a Chevy 5500 Super VAC Ventilation Unit valued at approximately $194,710

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of the FY 2023 General Fund operating budget of $470,032,850, including a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for city employees and a 4.7% increase in building and inspections fees. The committee also recommended passage of the Capital Improvement Program and budget, along with multiple bond ordinances for street, park, recreation, and water system improvements. Two tax exemption agreements for Over-the-Rhine and Camp Washington developments were held. The committee adopted two motions related to allocating funds to community organizations and designing a process for the FY 2022 closeout budget.

• Recommended passage of $470,032,850 FY2023 General Fund operating budget (emergency)
• Recommended passage of FY2023 Capital Improvement Program and budget (emergency)
• Recommended passage of $139,795,061.50 ARPA fiscal stability appropriation (emergency)
• Recommended passage of $198M water system refunding revenue bonds (emergency)
• Recommended passage of $200M general obligation refunding bonds (emergency)
• Recommended passage of $70M economic development refunding bonds (emergency)
• Adopted motion to allocate funds to community organizations (9-0)
• Adopted motion for FY2022 closeout budget process (8-0-1)

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing committee is reviewing zoning changes in Avondale and updates to the Mt. Lookout Urban Design Plan. The agenda also includes proposals for new outdoor refreshment areas in College Hill and Hyde Park, and a motion to create a tenant rights guide.

• Rezoning 3550 and 3560 Van Antwerp Place from RMX to RM-1.2 for multi-family residential use
• Creation of 'College Hill DORA' and 'Hyde Park DORA' outdoor refreshment areas
• Modification of operating hours for the Westwood DORA
• Motion to create a 'Guide to Tenants’ Rights, Responsibilities, and Resources'
• Dedication of 0.0609 acres in Linwood for Eastern Avenue public right-of-way

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee recommended passage of ordinances to rezone 3550-3560 Van Antwerp Place in Avondale from RMX to RM-1.2 for a new multi-family building, and to amend the Mt. Lookout Neighborhood Business District Urban Design Plan with an addendum listing contributing and noncontributing buildings. It also recommended passage of emergency ordinances creating designated outdoor refreshment areas (DORAs) in College Hill and Hyde Park, and amending the Westwood DORA's hours. The committee adopted a motion to create a tenants' rights guide and report within 90 days. Presentations on the rezoning, plan amendment, and tax abatement evaluation were filed.

• Recommended passage of rezoning at 3550-3560 Van Antwerp Place from RMX to RM-1.2
• Recommended passage of Mt. Lookout Neighborhood Business District Urban Design Plan addendum
• Recommended passage of College Hill DORA creation (emergency)
• Recommended passage of Hyde Park DORA creation (emergency)
• Recommended passage of Westwood DORA hours amendment (emergency)
• Adopted motion to create tenants' rights guide and report within 90 days
• Filed presentation on residential tax abatement evaluation options
• Filed presentations on Avondale rezoning and Mt. Lookout plan amendment

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The special meeting of the Cincinnati City Council’s Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee scheduled for June 21, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were presented or discussed.

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting focuses on presentations regarding childhood trauma and mental health crisis response. The agenda includes discussions on the role of Crossroads Health Center and new emergency communication lines.

• Presentation: 'Crossroads Center Helping People Turn Their Lives Around' by Jamahal C. Boyd, Sr.
• Presentation: 'For Help in Crisis: 988 and 911' from the Emergency Communications Center
• Presentation: 'Mental Health 101' by Nancy Miller of 1N5

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee held a special meeting on childhood trauma, featuring presentations from local experts on recognizing symptoms, the new 988 mental health crisis line, and mental health resources. No formal decisions were made; the three presentations were filed with the city clerk.

• Filed presentation on Crossroads Center (202201444)
• Filed presentation on 988 and 911 crisis lines (202201446)
• Filed presentation on Mental Health 101 (202201447)

Cincinnati City Council

The council is considering the transfer of $2,550,000 from COVID-19 funds to various city programs. These include support for the BLINK festival, lot abatement, and black-owned businesses in Over-the-Rhine. The agenda also includes several bond issuances for street and park improvements.

• Reallocation of $2,550,000 from COVID expenses to programs including BLINK and lot abatement
• $500,000 in funding for the Represent Initiative in Over-the-Rhine
• Expansion of the Red Bike program into Avondale, Evanston, Roselawn, and Bond Hill
• $15,300,000 bond issuance for street improvements
• $750,000 to support the Lincoln & Gilbert initiative

The council passed an emergency ordinance adding Juneteenth as an official holiday for city employees, effective June 19, 2022, with observance on June 20, 2022. It also approved several budget and finance items, including a $200 million grant application for the Western Hills Viaduct and a $15.3 million bond issuance for street improvements. Many other items were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved Juneteenth as official city holiday (unanimous)
• Approved $200M grant application for Western Hills Viaduct (unanimous)
• Approved $15.3M bond issuance for street improvements (referred to committee)
• Approved $15.937M notes for street improvements (referred to committee)
• Approved $3.091M notes for recreation improvements (referred to committee)
• Approved $2.745M notes for park improvements (referred to committee)
• Approved $198M water system refunding bonds (referred to committee)
• Approved $200M general obligation refunding bonds (referred to committee)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The June 14, 2022, meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, presentations, or items for decision are listed in the document.

The Budget and Finance Committee convened a public hearing on the City Manager's Recommended FY 2023 Budget Update. The presentation was filed with no formal vote or decision taken. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.

• Filed City Manager's Recommended FY 2023 Budget Update presentation (no vote)

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will receive updates regarding Police and Fire Cadets. It will also consider an emergency ordinance to amend the Cincinnati Municipal Code to include Juneteenth as an official holiday for City employees.

• Police and Fire Cadet updates from CPD and CFD
• Ordinance 202201350: Adding Juneteenth as an official city employee holiday

The council recommended passage of an emergency ordinance adding Juneteenth as an official holiday for City of Cincinnati employees, starting with the holiday on June 19, 2022, observed on June 20, 2022. The ordinance also requires mutual agreement with represented employees' bargaining units. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended passage of ordinance 202201350 adding Juneteenth as a city employee holiday

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several ordinances and budget motions. These include applications for large federal infrastructure grants, fund transfers for city departments, and proposed funding allocations for various community organizations.

• Application for up to $200 million in federal grants for Western Hills Viaduct construction
• Acceptance of a $105,000 donation for improvements to Tom Jones Commons in Eden Park
• Establishment of a project for Victory Parkway and Eden Park safety improvements using a $6 million grant
• Proposed budget allocations including $1,000,000 for Trauma Services and $1,000,000 for the Freedom Center
• Ordinance to levy assessments for unpaid emergency repairs to sidewalks, curbs, and gutters

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of seven ordinances, including accepting a $105,000 donation for Tom Jones Commons, applying for up to $200 million in federal grants for the Western Hills Viaduct, and establishing a $6 million grant for Victory Parkway safety improvements. Twelve motions related to FY 2023 budget funding requests were held without action. No final votes were taken; all items were recommendations to the full council.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to accept $105,000 donation for Tom Jones Commons improvements
• Recommended passage of ordinance to apply for up to $200,000,000 in federal grants for Western Hills Viaduct
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance transferring $113,000 for security audit, housing summit, and relocation expenses
• Recommended passage of ordinance establishing $6,000,000 grant for Victory Parkway - Eden Park safety improvements
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance to accept donations for 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
• Recommended passage of ordinance levying assessments for sidewalk safety program repairs
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance transferring $650 within Councilmember Owens' office budget
• Held 12 motions regarding FY 2023 budget funding requests

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances, including a $200 million grant application for the Western Hills Viaduct and funding for Eden Park improvements. The agenda also includes a request for a plan to implement pedestrian intervals across 52 neighborhoods. Additionally, multiple special event permit applications for local festivals were presented.

• Grant application of up to $200,000,000 for Western Hills Viaduct construction
• $6,000,000 federal grant for Victory Parkway and Eden Park safety improvements
• Motion requesting a 90-day report on pedestrian interval rollouts in 52 neighborhoods
• Acceptance of a $105,000 donation for Tom Jones Commons in Eden Park
• Authorization to sell city property at 3584 Alaska Avenue for residential development

The Cincinnati City Council approved several ordinances accepting federal grants for housing and community development, including $11.4M for Community Development Block Grants, $3M for HOME Investment Partnerships, and $1.7M for Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS. The council also passed an emergency ordinance to sell city-owned property in Avondale for an 18-home subdivision and adopted motions to study traffic calming, bike trail connections, and removal of rush hour parking restrictions.

• Approved $11,379,516 CDBG grant acceptance (Emergency, Enactment 0153-2022)
• Approved $3,029,588 HOME Investment Partnerships grant (Emergency, Enactment 0150-2022)
• Approved $1,696,715 HOPWA grant (Emergency, Enactment 0152-2022)
• Approved $989,809 Emergency Solutions Grant (Emergency, Enactment 0151-2022)
• Approved sale of 3584 Alaska Ave property to Total Property Care, LLC for 18-home subdivision (Emergency, Enactment 0149-2022)
• Adopted motion to study traffic calming on Queen City Ave, Westwood Ave, Sunset Ave, Rapid Run Pike
• Adopted motion to study bike trail linking West Side to Downtown
• Adopted motion to study removing rush hour parking restrictions citywide

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing ordinance 202201158 regarding signage and street-level improvements at 50 W. 5th Street. Members are also discussing a motion for a report on fair wages in development projects and a potential parking overlay in Mount Washington. A presentation on the Plan Cincinnati comprehensive plan is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 202201158: Signage and street-level improvements at 50 W. 5th Street
• Presentation regarding Plan Cincinnati, the City's Comprehensive Plan
• Motion to report on fair wages and safe working conditions in development projects
• Motion to implement an Urban Parking Overlay in Mount Washington

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee held a public hearing and adopted two motions. One motion directs the administration to report on including fair wages and safe working conditions clauses in development projects receiving municipal benefits. Another directs the administration to work with Mt. Washington community groups to implement an Urban Parking Overlay. The committee also heard presentations on a signage exception for 50 W. 5th Street and Plan Cincinnati, but took no action on those items.

• Adopted motion for report on fair wages and safe working conditions in development projects
• Adopted motion to work with Mt. Washington groups on Urban Parking Overlay
• Filed presentation on signage exception for 50 W. 5th Street
• Filed presentation on Plan Cincinnati comprehensive plan

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee will review reports on climate equity and green engagement. The committee is also considering motions for the administration to study citywide rush hour parking restrictions and bike trail connections. Additionally, members will discuss traffic calming measures for several major avenues.

• Motion to report on removing citywide rush hour parking restrictions
• Motion to study West Side to Downtown bike trail infrastructure
• Motion to study traffic calming on Queen City, Westwood, Sunset, and Rapid Run avenues
• Presentation on Climate Equity Indicators Report
• Green Cincinnati Equity and Engagement Update presentation

The committee adopted three motions directing the Administration to study and report on specific infrastructure and traffic issues. The first motion asks for a report within 30 days on the feasibility, impact, and implementation of removing rush-hour parking restrictions citywide. The other two motions request studies on bike trail connections from the West Side to Downtown and on traffic calming measures along several West Side corridors. Two presentations on climate equity were filed without action.

• Adopted motion to report within 30 days on removing rush-hour parking restrictions citywide
• Adopted motion to study bike trail infrastructure linking West Side to Downtown, including State Avenue and West Eighth Street
• Adopted motion to study traffic calming on Queen City Avenue, Westwood Avenue, Sunset Avenue, and Rapid Run Pike
• Filed climate equity indicators report presentation
• Filed Green Cincinnati equity and engagement update presentation

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will consider several federal grants from HUD to fund housing and emergency shelter programs. Members will also discuss a property sale in Avondale for 18 new homes and street conversion funding in East Walnut Hills. Additionally, the agenda includes street lighting assessments and an EPA grant application.

• $11,379,516 HUD grant for Community Development Block Grants
• Property sale in Avondale for 18 single-family homes
• $150,000 transfer for East Walnut Hills Two-Way Conversion
• $25,000 EPA grant application for Electrify Cincy Education Program
• Special street lighting assessments for Lighting Group 3

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of several ordinances, including accepting federal grants for housing and community development programs. The largest was an $11,379,516 HUD Community Development Block Grant, approved 6-1 with two abstentions. The committee also recommended passage of a $150,000 transfer for street conversions in East Walnut Hills and a property sale agreement for 18 new homes in Avondale.

• Approved $11,379,516 HUD Community Development Block Grant (6-1, 2 abstentions)
• Approved $3,029,588 HUD HOME Investment Partnerships grant (6-1, 2 abstentions)
• Approved $989,809 HUD Emergency Solutions Grant (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved $1,696,715 HUD Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grant (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Recommended passage of $150,000 transfer for East Walnut Hills two-way street conversion
• Recommended passage of property sale agreement with Total Property Care, LLC for 18-home subdivision in Avondale
• Recommended passage of $25,000 EPA grant for Electrify Cincy Education Program
• Recommended passage of special street lighting assessments for Lighting Group 3

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is conducting a public hearing regarding the City Manager's recommended FY 2023 budget update. The meeting also includes reviews of tentative requests for city funding and specific funding requests related to the budget update.

• Public hearing on the City Manager’s Recommended FY 2023 Budget Update
• Review of tentative requests for City funding as of June 3, 2022
• Funding requests related to the FY 2023 Recommended Budget Update

The Budget & Finance Committee held a public hearing on the City Manager's Recommended FY 2023 Budget Update and related funding communications. All three agenda items were held, meaning no final decisions were made. The meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m.

• Held City Manager's FY 2023 Budget Update presentation (202201327)
• Held communication on tentative funding requests (202201323)
• Held communication on funding requests for FY 2023 budget (202201325)

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is considering motions regarding traffic calming and the removal of rush hour parking restrictions. The agenda also includes reviewing grants for law enforcement, streetcar maintenance, and community programs. Additionally, the council will address special event permits and liquor license applications.

• $6.25 million DOJ grant application to hire up to 50 entry-level police officers
• $705,100 donation from CinciVTICA, LLC for Cincinnati streetcar operations and maintenance
• Motion to study removing citywide rush hour parking restrictions
• $150,000 transfer for two-way conversion of streets in East Walnut Hills
• Motion to study traffic calming on Queen City, Westwood, Sunset, and Rapid Run avenues

The council passed several ordinances, including authorizing the city manager to apply for a $6.25 million federal grant to hire up to 50 entry-level police officers, and a $705,100 donation from CinciVTICA, LLC to support streetcar operations. It also approved a 12-year tax exemption for a residential remodel at 810 Plum Street and a 15-year exemption for commercial space at 123 E. McMicken Avenue. Multiple motions were referred to committees for further study, including reports on rush hour parking restrictions, fair wages in development projects, and traffic calming on Queen City Avenue.

• Approved $6.25M COPS Hiring grant application for 50 officers (unanimous)
• Approved $705,100 streetcar donation from CinciVTICA, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved 12-year CRA tax exemption for 810 Plum Street remodel (unanimous)
• Approved 15-year CRA tax exemption for 123 E. McMicken Ave commercial remodel (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 transfer for East Walnut Hills two-way conversion (unanimous)
• Approved Lunken Trail lease to Great Parks of Hamilton County (unanimous)
• Referred rush hour parking restriction removal study to committee
• Referred fair wages and safe working conditions report to committee

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The June 2, 2022, meeting of the Cincinnati Budget and Finance Committee consists of procedural items. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearing topics are identified in the agenda text provided.

• No specific legislative or financial items listed

The Budget and Finance Committee held a public hearing on the City Manager's Recommended FY 2023 Budget Update. Three items were presented and held, including the budget update, funding requests, and tentative funding requests. No final decisions were made; the items were held for further consideration.

• Held FY 2023 Budget Update presentation (202201327)
• Held funding requests communication (202201325)
• Held tentative funding requests communication (202201323)

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will consider an ordinance allowing the Cincinnati Retirement System Board to use executive sessions to discuss private member information. A report regarding the Cincinnati Police Department District 5 update and a public safety facilities master plan proposal is also scheduled for review.

• Ordinance 202201250: Expanding executive session use for the Cincinnati Retirement System Board
• Report 202201223: Update on CPD District 5 and Public Safety Facilities Master Plan Proposal

The Public Safety & Governance Committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance amending Chapter 121 of the Cincinnati Municipal Code to expand 'Remote Public Meetings' to 'Open Meetings' and allow the Cincinnati Retirement System board to hold executive sessions for disability applications and personal member information. The committee also filed a police district update and facilities master plan report, and received a presentation from I Dream Academy. No final votes were taken; the ordinance recommendation moves to full council.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to allow Cincinnati Retirement System executive sessions (committee action)
• Filed police District 5 update and Public Safety Facilities Master Plan report
• Filed I Dream Academy presentation

Youth & Human Services

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee is reviewing an ordinance to authorize artwork on a retaining wall at 4550-4558 Paddock Road. The committee is also requesting a report on city fees for events like the Hyde Park Farmers Market to explore making them more affordable. A presentation regarding community engagement next steps is also scheduled.

• Ordinance authorizing artwork on a retaining wall at 4550 and 4558 Paddock Road
• Motion requesting a report on fees for neighborhood events such as Hyde Park Farmers Market
• Presentation regarding Community Engagement and Next Steps

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance authorizing the city manager to design, install, and maintain artwork on a public retaining wall on Paddock Road. The committee also adopted a motion requesting a report on city fees for special neighborhood events, with suggestions for making them more affordable. A presentation on community engagement was filed. All votes were unanimous among the three members present, with Vice Mayor Kearney absent.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance for Paddock Road wall artwork (3-0)
• Adopted motion for report on special event fees (3-0)
• Filed community engagement presentation

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing the FY 2023 Biennial Budget Update. The agenda includes several ordinances regarding grants for law enforcement, streetcar funding, and urban forestry assessments. The committee will also consider property sales and tax exemptions for local developments.

• Grant of up to $6,250,000 for hiring fifty entry-level police officers
• Donation of up to $705,100 from CinciVTICA, LLC for streetcar operations and maintenance
• Special assessment for the 2023 Urban Forestry Program
• Property sale at 3584 Alaska Avenue and Harvey Avenue in Avondale
• Grant of up to $393,598 for crime investigation and staffing

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing several grant applications for law enforcement and streetcar maintenance. The agenda also includes support for state housing legislation and a request for a report on fees for neighborhood events.

• Authorization to apply for a $6,250,000 grant to hire up to 50 entry-level police officers
• Acceptance of up to $705,100 in donations from CinciVTICA, LLC for streetcar operations
• Support for Ohio Senate Bill 334 to limit bulk purchases of foreclosed homes by national companies
• Property sale in Avondale for the development of 18 single-family homes
• Authorization to apply for a $393,598 grant for crime investigation and violence reduction

Cincinnati City Council passed an ordinance updating Chapter 914 of the Municipal Code to expand anti-discrimination protections, adding categories such as breastfeeding status, familial status, gender expression, gender identity, military status, and sex, while repealing the separate 'Transgender' definition. The council also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including support for state housing bills, a $1.47M CDBG transfer, and a grant application for up to 50 new police officers. Multiple items were referred to committees for further review.

• Passed ordinance updating anti-discrimination code (Enactment 0131-2022)
• Passed resolution supporting Ohio Senate Bill 334 on foreclosed home purchases (Enactment 0065-2022)
• Passed resolution supporting Ohio House Bill 560, Affordable Housing Tax Credit (Enactment 0066-2022)
• Passed emergency ordinance transferring $1,470,554.92 from CDBG fund (Enactment 0123-2022)
• Passed ordinance authorizing application for $6.25M COPS grant for 50 officers (Enactment 0124-2022)
• Passed ordinance converting streets to two-way in East Walnut Hills (Enactment 0130-2022)
• Referred ordinance to allow executive sessions for Cincinnati Retirement System to committee
• Referred ordinance for sale of city property at 3584 Alaska Avenue for 18 homes to committee

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will consider an ordinance to convert parts of Woodburn Avenue, William Howard Taft Road, and McMillan Street from one-way to two-way streets. The agenda also includes reports on Vision Zero plan costs and school zone pedestrian safety. Additionally, the committee will review the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan status update.

• Ordinance to convert portions of Woodburn Avenue, William Howard Taft Road, and McMillan Street to two-way streets
• Report on Vision Zero Multi Year Plan timing and cost
• Report regarding school zone pedestrian safety
• 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan status update
• Presentation from the Devou Good Foundation

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee recommended passage of an ordinance to convert portions of Woodburn Avenue, William Howard Taft Road, and McMillan Street from one-way to two-way streets to promote traffic calming and pedestrian safety in East Walnut Hills. The committee also filed several reports, including the Vision Zero Multi-Year Plan, School Zone Pedestrian Safety, and the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan Status Update. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended passage of ordinance converting Woodburn Ave, William Howard Taft Rd, and McMillan St to two-way streets
• Filed Vision Zero Multi-Year Plan report on timing and cost
• Filed School Zone Pedestrian Safety report
• Filed 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan Status Update report
• Filed Vision Zero Update presentation
• Filed Devou Good Foundation presentation titled 'Our Work'
• Filed Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee Panelists Slide Show

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing a proposal to designate the Terrace Plaza Hotel as a local historic landmark. It is also considering amendments to the Cincinnati Municipal Code to update protections against unlawful discriminatory practices. Presentations will be held regarding the Convention Center District and Uptown development.

• Proposed designation of Terrace Plaza Hotel at 15 W. 6th Street as a local historic landmark
• Amendments to Chapter 914 of the Cincinnati Municipal Code regarding unlawful discriminatory practices
• Presentation on the Convention Center District
• Presentation titled 'Uptown is on the Uprise'

The council failed to adopt an emergency ordinance designating the Terrace Plaza Hotel as a local historic landmark, with all members voting no. The council recommended passage of an ordinance updating the city's anti-discrimination code to add protections for categories like breastfeeding status, gender identity, and military status. Two presentations on the Convention Center District and Uptown development were filed without action.

• Terrace Plaza Hotel historic landmark designation failed (0-8)
• Anti-discrimination code update recommended for passage
• Convention Center District presentation filed
• Uptown is on the Uprise presentation filed

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund transfers, grants, and tax exemptions. This includes a large-scale transfer of Community Development Block Grant funds and new tax exemption agreements for property improvements in the Central Business District and Over-the-Rhine. The committee will also consider grant applications for traffic safety and domestic violence response.

• Transfer of $1,470,554.92 from Community Development Block Grant Fund 304 to various projects
• Tax exemption agreement for 810 Plum Street renovation costing approximately $522,898
• Grant application for up to $175,000 to fund a Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor
• Tax exemption agreement for 123 E. McMicken Avenue remodeling costing approximately $272,488
• $16,000 donation for an accessible spinner in Mt. Airy Forest

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance transferring $1,470,554.92 from Community Development Block Grant funds to various project accounts. It also recommended passage of ordinances to accept a $175,000 state grant for a Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor, a $16,000 donation for an accessible spinner at Mt. Airy Forest, and other grants and donations. Two tax exemption agreements (810 Plum Street and 123 E. McMicken Ave) were held, and the Finance Report for March 2022 was approved and filed.

• Recommended passage of $1,470,554.92 CDBG fund transfer (emergency)
• Recommended passage of $175,000 state grant for Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor
• Recommended passage of $16,000 donation for Mt. Airy Forest accessible spinner
• Recommended passage of sidewalk assessment levy in Mount Washington
• Recommended passage of donation acceptance for 2022 Business Enterprise Expo
• Recommended passage of Dater Foundation grant increase to $20,000 for RiverTrek
• Recommended passage of $36,000 DOJ grant for Immigration Liaison Officer
• Held tax exemption agreements for 810 Plum Street and 123 E. McMicken Ave

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting is scheduled for a discussion regarding the challenges and opportunities in Winton Hills. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of challenges and opportunities in Winton Hills

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee held a special meeting at Winton Hills Recreation Center to discuss challenges and opportunities in the Winton Hills area. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to update anti-discrimination laws by adding protections for gender identity and breastfeeding status. The agenda also includes a proposal to transfer $1,470,554.92 from the Community Development Block Grant Fund to various project accounts.

• Amending Chapter 914 to include protections for gender identity and breastfeeding status
• Transferring $1,470,554.92 from the Community Development Block Grant Fund to various projects
• Applying for a grant up to $175,000 for a Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor
• Levying assessments in Mount Washington for sidewalk and curb repairs
• Reviewing a liquor permit application for West End Sports Bar & Grill LLC with objections

The council passed an emergency ordinance authorizing the labor management agreement with the Cincinnati Building Trades Council, with all members voting yes. It also passed emergency ordinances for a moral obligation payment to PRUS Construction for the Tom Jones Commons project and to correct the legal description for the sale of Dolores Alley in Avondale. A resolution recognizing Bike Month and Bike to Work Week was passed. Several ordinances were referred to committees, including a major update to the city's anti-discrimination code.

• Passed labor management agreement with Cincinnati Building Trades Council (unanimous)
• Passed $75,404 moral obligation payment to PRUS Construction for Tom Jones Commons (unanimous)
• Passed ordinance to correct legal description and reauthorize sale of Dolores Alley to Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board (unanimous)
• Passed resolution recognizing Bike Month and Bike to Work Week (unanimous)
• Referred ordinance updating anti-discrimination code to Equitable Growth & Housing Committee
• Referred $1.47M CDBG transfer to Budget & Finance Committee
• Referred $175K traffic safety prosecutor grant to Budget & Finance Committee
• Referred $16K Mt. Airy Forest accessible spinner donation to Budget & Finance Committee

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will receive updates on the memorandum of understanding between University of Cincinnati Police and Cincinnati Police Department. The agenda also includes discussions regarding pedestrian safety, speeding citations, and the Lime e-scooter program.

• Update on the MOU with University of Cincinnati Police and Cincinnati Police Department
• E-Scooters update involving DOTE and Lime Company
• Report regarding pedestrian safety and speeding citations
• Presentation regarding Lime’s Cincinnati E-Scooter Program

The Public Safety & Governance Committee met and received updates on the University of Cincinnati Police Department MOU, e-scooter programs, and pedestrian safety. All agenda items were filed, meaning no substantive decisions were made; the committee took no votes on these matters.

• Filed pedestrian safety and speeding citations report (Doc. #202200502)
• Filed E-Scooter Update presentation (Doc. #202201198)
• Filed Lime's Cincinnati E-Scooter Program presentation (Doc. #202201200)
• Filed UC Public Safety presentation (Doc. #202201236)

Youth & Human Services

The meeting consists of two scheduled presentations submitted by Vice Mayor Kearney. No other business or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation from Clifton Town Meeting titled 'CLIFTON'
• Presentation from MORTAR

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee met and received two presentations, one from Clifton Town Meeting and one from MORTAR, both submitted by Vice Mayor Kearney. Both presentations were filed with the committee. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Filed presentation from Clifton Town Meeting (202201220)
• Filed presentation from MORTAR (202201222)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee held a special meeting to hear presentations regarding climate change in local neighborhoods. The agenda featured speakers from various environmental and community organizations. No legislative decisions or votes were recorded for this session.

• Presentation: 'Climate Change in Our Neighborhoods'
• Presentation: Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee Panelists Slide Show

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee held a special meeting featuring a panel of community organizations discussing climate change in Cincinnati neighborhoods. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted solely of presentations and discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; meeting was informational only

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing an income tax forecast presentation and several ordinances. Proposed items include a recommendation to increase retirement system contributions and tax exemptions for property improvements in the Central Business District and Over-the-Rhine.

• Recommendation to increase Cincinnati Retirement System employer contribution from 16.25% to 16.75%
• Payment of $69,530.63 and $5,873.37 to PRUS Construction for Eden Park projects
• 12-year tax exemption for residential remodeling at 810 Plum Street
• 15-year tax exemption for commercial remodeling at 123 E. McMicken Avenue
• Labor management agreement between the City and Cincinnati Building Trades Council

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a labor management agreement with the Cincinnati Building Trades Council. It also recommended passage of two other emergency ordinances: one for moral obligation payments totaling $75,404 to PRUS Construction for the Tom Jones Commons project, and another to correct and reauthorize the sale of Dolores Alley to the Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board. Two tax exemption agreements were held without action, and several items were filed, including a pension contribution rate recommendation and an income tax forecast presentation.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance authorizing labor management agreement with Cincinnati Building Trades Council
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance authorizing $75,404.00 moral obligation payment to PRUS Construction for Tom Jones Commons
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance to correct and reauthorize sale of Dolores Alley to Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board
• Held Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for EK Brown Properties LLC (810 Plum Street)
• Held Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for 123 E. McMicken Avenue LLC
• Filed income tax forecast presentation
• Filed communication from Cincinnati Retirement System recommending employer contribution rate increase to 16.75%

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing applications for federal grants to fund fire department recruitment and training. The agenda also includes proposals for retirement system contribution changes and various local development agreements.

• Authorization to apply for a $19,066,100 SAFER grant for Cincinnati Fire Department recruits
• Proposal to increase the Cincinnati Retirement System employer contribution rate from 16.25% to 16.75%
• Payment of $69,530.63 and $5,873.37 to PRUS Construction for the Tom Jones Commons project
• Tax exemption agreements for property improvements at 810 Plum Street and 123 E. McMicken Avenue
• Transfer of $15,733,590 within the City's General Fund

Cincinnati City Council approved a $19,066,100 federal SAFER grant to fund 50 new firefighter recruits for three years, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. The council also passed a $15.7M General Fund transfer, approved a property sale to Factory 52 LLC, and adopted the Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Owens absent.

• Approved $19,066,100 SAFER grant for 50 firefighter recruits (unanimous)
• Approved $15,733,590 General Fund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved property sale to Factory 52 LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $3,948,973 Restricted Funds transfer (unanimous)
• Approved Aquatics Bonus Plan for recruitment/retention (unanimous)
• Approved One Ohio Region 2 opioid settlement governance structure (unanimous)
• Adopted Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 12-year tax exemption for 810 Plum Street residential project (unanimous)

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting features presentations from leaders of Madisonville community organizations. The agenda focuses on discussing the successes and challenges within the Madisonville area.

• Presentation by Kerry Devery (Madisonville Community Council) on Madisonville challenges and opportunities
• Presentation by Terri Henry (Madisonville Business Chamber) on success and challenges
• Presentation by Naima Clarke (Madisonville Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation) regarding Madisonville

The Healthy Neighborhoods Committee held a special meeting on May 11, 2022, at the Madisonville Recreation Center. Three presentations were given by local community leaders on Madisonville's challenges and opportunities, and all were filed. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Filed presentation 'Madisonville: Challenges and Opportunities' by Kerry Devery (202201184)
• Filed presentation 'Success & Challenges' by Terri Henry (202201185)
• Filed presentation 'Madisonville' by Naima Clarke (202201186)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The Cincinnati City Council’s Climate, Environment and Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 10, 2022, has been cancelled.

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee will consider approving the Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan as a planning guide. The committee will also discuss a motion for a report on addressing inclusion and diversity in development projects receiving municipal benefits. Presentations regarding Make Music Cincinnati and Visit Cincy are also scheduled.

• Resolution 202201068 to approve the Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan
• Motion 202201060 for a report on inclusion and diversity in development projects receiving municipal benefits
• Presentation regarding the Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan (202201138)
• Presentation: Make Music Cincinnati
• Presentation: Meet Visit Cincy

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee approved the Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan as the planning guide for the neighborhood. It also adopted a motion requesting a report on how the administration can address inclusion and diversity in development projects receiving municipal benefits. Several presentations were filed, including updates on Make Music Day and Visit Cincy.

• Approved Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan as planning guide
• Adopted motion for report on inclusion and diversity in development projects
• Filed presentation on Kennedy Heights Neighborhood Plan
• Filed presentation on Make Music Cincinnati
• Filed presentation on Meet Visit Cincy

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several financial and property matters. This includes applications for federal fire department grants and significant transfers within the General Fund to support city departments. The committee will also consider property sales and various donations for recreation programs.

• Application for a FEMA grant of up to $19,066,100 to fund Cincinnati Fire Department recruits
• Transfer of $15,733,590 within the General Fund to meet ongoing city department needs
• Sale of City-owned property in Norwood to Factory 52, LLC
• Application for up to $500,000 for Wasson Way Trail Phase 7 construction
• Allocation of $468,625 from American Rescue Plan funds for employee hazard pay

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of all 11 legislative items on the agenda, including a $15.7M General Fund transfer, a $19M FEMA grant for firefighter recruits, and a property sale to Factory 52, LLC. The committee also filed a presentation on the CRC 2022 pool season lifeguard update. All recommendations will go to the full council for final action.

• Recommended passage of tax levy authorization for 2023 (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of property sale agreement with Factory 52, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of $19,066,100 FEMA SAFER grant for 50 fire recruits (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of $133,724.36 AFG grant for firefighter training (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of $6,000 Miami University donation for STEM Lego Robotics camp (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of $7,000 in-kind and $4,000 cash donations from Westwood Civic Association (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of $15,733,590 General Fund transfer (6-0-1, Keating abstained)
• Recommended passage of $3,948,973 Restricted Funds transfer and $468,625 ARP hazard pay appropriation (unanimous)

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing several appointments and financial authorizations. This includes applying for federal grants to fund fire department staffing and training, as well as managing city fund transfers. The agenda also covers property sales and historic landmark designations.

• Applying for a FEMA grant of up to $19,066,100 to fund Cincinnati Fire Department recruits
• Authorizing the sale of city-owned property in Norwood to Factory 52, LLC
• Designating the Terrace Plaza Hotel as a local historic landmark
• Applying for a grant of up to $500,000 for the Wasson Way Trail project
• Approving the governance structure for One Ohio Region 2 opioid settlement funds

Cincinnati City Council approved a 15-year, 100% property tax exemption for the $18 million remodeling of 516 E. 4th Street into 29 residential units and commercial space, contingent on LEED Silver or higher standards. The council also passed a 5-year, 50% income tax credit for Glidepath Holdings to create 75 jobs, accepted two police canines from the Matt Haverkamp Foundation, and approved several other ordinances including a $1.38M TIF for Great American Life Insurance and $450,000 for Findlay Park improvements. Several items were referred to committees, including a $19M SAFER grant for firefighter recruitment and a property sale to Factory 52.

• Approved 15-year, 100% tax exemption for Fourth & Pike Apartments ($18M remodel) (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year, 50% income tax credit for Glidepath Holdings to create 75 jobs (unanimous)
• Approved $1.38M TIF for Great American Life Insurance property improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 for Findlay Park recreation improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $33,334 School Outfitters donation for Wasson Way Trail (unanimous)
• Approved two police canines from Matt Haverkamp Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk emergency repair assessments (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for report on crosswalk lighting on heavily traveled streets (unanimous)

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Quality of Life committee is scheduled for a presentation regarding the Trauma Plan. Dr. Victor Garcia, Founding Director of Trauma Services, will present. No other items are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation on the Trauma Plan

The Public Safety & Governance committee met and received a presentation from Dr. Victor Garcia on a trauma plan, submitted by Councilmember Johnson. The presentation was filed with the clerk (item 202201132). No substantive decisions, votes, or resolutions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Filed trauma plan presentation by Dr. Victor Garcia (202201132)

Youth & Human Services

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee will review Small Business Week resource highlights and testimonials. The committee also requested a report from the Department of Transportation and Engineering regarding costs and suggestions for crosswalk lights on heavily traveled streets.

• Presentation on National Small Business Week and small business resource highlights
• Motion for a report on costs and suggestions for crosswalk lighting devices
• Testimonials from Conscious Kitchen and Court and Main Market regarding City and SBA resources

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee filed a presentation on small business resources and adopted a motion requesting a report from the Department of Transportation and Engineering on costs and suggestions for adding attention-getting devices, such as lights, to crosswalks on heavily traveled streets. The motion was adopted unanimously by the four members present. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Filed presentation on National Small Business Week & Small Business Resource Highlights
• Adopted motion requesting report on crosswalk safety lights (4-0)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider several ordinances regarding tax incentives and fund transfers. Proposed items include a job creation tax credit for Glidepath Holdings Inc. and a 15-year tax exemption for the Fourth and Pike Apartments remodel. The agenda also includes funding allocations for the Wasson Way Trail and Findlay Park.

• Job creation tax credit for Glidepath Holdings Inc. to support 75 new jobs
• $1,380,000 transfer for improvements at 191 Rosa Parks Street and 312 Elm Street
• $450,000 allocation for Findlay Park recreation improvements in Over-The-Rhine
• 15-year tax exemption for an $18,000,000 apartment remodel at 516 E. 4th Street
• Donation of two police canines valued at $8,500 each from the Matt Haverkamp Foundation

The Budget & Finance Committee voted 9-0 to recommend passage of a Job Creation Tax Credit Agreement with Glidepath Holdings Inc., which would create 75 new jobs and provide a 50% income tax credit for 5 years. The committee also approved several other items, including a $1.38 million TIF transfer for Great American Life Insurance Company properties, a $450,000 transfer for Findlay Park improvements, and a 15-year tax exemption for the Fourth and Pike Apartments project. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved Job Creation Tax Credit Agreement with Glidepath Holdings Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $1,380,000 TIF transfer for Great American Life Insurance Company properties (9-0)
• Approved $450,000 transfer for Findlay Park Recreation Improvements (9-0)
• Approved 15-year tax exemption for Fourth and Pike Apartments (9-0)
• Approved donation of two canines worth $8,500 each from Matt Haverkamp Foundation
• Approved $33,334 transfer for Wasson Way Trail from School Outfitters donation
• Approved resolution declaring emergency sidewalk repairs and assessments
• Approved amendments to parking permit regulations

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing budget guidelines for Fiscal Year 2023 and several municipal appointments. The agenda includes proposals for street conversions in East Walnut Hills and funding for Findlay Park recreation. Other items involve tax credits for job creation and energy conservation bonds.

• Job Creation Tax Credit Agreement with Glidepath Holdings Inc. to create 75 new jobs
• Converting portions of Woodburn Avenue, William Howard Taft Road, and McMillan Street from one-way to two-way streets
• $450,000 appropriation for Findlay Park recreation improvements in Over-The-Rhine
• Issuance of up to $10,255,000 in bonds for energy conservation and city facility lighting upgrades
• Acceptance of a donation of two police canines valued at $8,500 each from the Matt Haverkamp Foundation

The Cincinnati City Council approved a $10.255 million bond issuance for energy conservation measures and authorized a related $10.255 million transfer for LED lighting, solar, and roofing improvements at city facilities. It also passed ordinances for a property exchange in Columbia Tusculum, a lease for the College Hill Town Hall, an interim indoor practice facility at 621 W. Mehring Way, and added the Cincinnati Music Festival and Festival513 to the list of historical special events. Several appointments and reports were confirmed or filed, and a motion was adopted to guide the FY2023 budget.

• Approved $10.255M energy conservation bond issuance (9-0)
• Approved $10.255M transfer for city facility lighting/solar/roofing improvements (9-0)
• Approved property exchange with Experimental Holdings in Columbia Tusculum (9-0)
• Approved 10-year lease with Mutual Dance Theatre for College Hill Town Hall (9-0)
• Approved interim indoor practice facility at 621 W. Mehring Way (9-0)
• Added Cincinnati Music Festival and Festival513 to historical special events list (9-0)
• Adopted motion for FY2023 budget guidelines (9-0)
• Adopted motion for vacant building registration report (9-0)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review a report on community engagement for Rapid Run Park and Dunham Recreation Area. It will also hear presentations regarding human services funding, the City of Cincinnati Human Services Fund, and youth workforce programs.

• Report on Rapid Run Park and Dunham Recreation Area Community Engagement
• Presentation on Human Services Funding
• Presentation on City of Cincinnati Human Services Fund
• Presentation on Cincinnati Youth to Work program
• Presentation on Cincinnati’s Youth Green Workforce

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee met on April 26, 2022, and took action on one item: approving and filing a report on community engagement for Rapid Run Park and Dunham Recreation Area. All other agenda items were presentations that were filed without a vote. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved and filed report on Rapid Run Park and Dunham Recreation Area community engagement (202200823)
• Filed presentation on Human Services Funding (202201088)
• Filed presentation on City of Cincinnati Human Services Fund (202201090)
• Filed presentation on Cincinnati Youth to Work (202201084)
• Filed presentation on Cincinnati's Youth Green Workforce (202201082)

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing ordinances to permit an interim indoor practice facility at 621 W. Mehring Way by bypassing certain development regulations. The agenda also includes updates to the historical special events list and a motion for a report on vacant building identification.

• Ordinance authorizing an interim indoor practice facility at 621 W. Mehring Way
• Ordinance to add Festival513 to the historical special events list
• Ordinance to add Cincinnati Music Festival and Festival513 to the historical special events list
• Motion for a report on identifying vacant buildings for the Vacated Building Maintenance License

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance authorizing an interim indoor practice facility for the Cincinnati Bengals at 621 W. Mehring Way, notwithstanding certain flood and riverfront zoning regulations. A motion was adopted directing Buildings & Inspections to report on best practices for identifying and registering vacant buildings. Several other items were filed or indefinitely postponed.

• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance for interim indoor practice facility at 621 W. Mehring Way
• Adopted motion for Buildings & Inspections report on vacant building identification and VBML registration
• Indefinitely postponed original ordinance for interim practice facility (202200974)
• Indefinitely postponed ordinance adding Festival513 to special events list (202200840)
• Recommended passage of B version adding Cincinnati Music Festival and Festival513 to special events list
• Filed presentation on proposed notwithstanding ordinance for practice facility
• Filed communication from Linwood Community Council regarding zoning
• Filed presentations on zoning and housing project updates

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing policy guidelines for the Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget. The committee will also consider ordinances regarding energy conservation bonds, city facility improvements, and a tax exemption for a residential development project.

• $10,255,000 bond issuance for energy conservation measures
• Capital improvement project for LED lighting and solar at City facilities
• Property exchange agreement in the Columbia Tusculum neighborhood
• 15-year tax exemption for an $18,000,000 remodel at 516 E. 4th Street
• Lease of College Hill Town Hall to Mutual Dance Theatre and Arts Centers

The Budget & Finance Committee adopted a motion setting policy guidelines for the Fiscal Year 2023 General Fund Operating Budget, requiring a balanced budget and allowing one-time sources to offset state cuts and pandemic revenue losses. The committee also approved and filed the February 2022 Finance Report, recommended passage of ordinances for a property exchange, a lease agreement, and bond issuance for energy conservation, and held a tax exemption ordinance for a downtown residential project.

• Adopted FY2023 budget policy direction motion (sponsors: Landsman, Harris, Cramerding, Owens, Johnson, Jeffreys, Parks, Kearney)
• Approved and filed Department of Finance Report for February 2022
• Recommended passage of property exchange agreement with Experimental Holdings, Inc. (Columbia Tusculum)
• Recommended passage of lease agreement with Mutual Dance Theatre and Arts Centers for College Hill Town Hall (up to 10 years)
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance for $10,255,000 bond issuance for energy conservation measures
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance establishing capital project for LED, solar, and roofing improvements at City facilities
• Held ordinance for 15-year tax exemption for Fourth and Pike Apartments, LLC (516 E. 4th Street)

Cincinnati City Council

The Council is reviewing budget guidelines for Fiscal Year 2023 and a $250,000 allocation for police visibility overtime. Other items include a $10.2 million appropriation for energy-efficient upgrades at City facilities and reports on vacant building maintenance.

• $10,255,000 appropriation for LED lighting, solar, and roofing improvements at City facilities
• $250,000 transfer from ARPA funds to the 'Summer Safety Initiative' for police visibility overtime
• $500,000 donation from Cincinnati Park Board Commissioners’ Fund for park maintenance and supplies
• Lease agreement for College Hill Town Hall located at 1805 Larch Avenue
• Motion requesting a report on identifying and registering vacant buildings

Youth & Human Services

The committee will review presentations regarding the Imperial Theatre rehabilitation and the Queen Mother's Market. It also considered a motion requesting a report on providing Spanish language options for civil service exams and communications.

• Motion for a report on Spanish language options for Civil Service Commission exams and HR communications
• Presentation: Imperial Theatre- Mohawk Arts Center Historic Rehabilitation & Addition
• Presentation: Y2WK; Cincinnati Youth to Work
• Presentation: Queen Mother’s Market

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Quality of Life Committee will consider a resolution objecting to the renewal of a liquor permit for Dive Bar Cinci, LLC. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Summer Safety Program.

• Resolution 202200879: Objection to D5 and D6 liquor permit renewal for Dive Bar Cinci, LLC
• Presentation: Summer Safety Program by Interim Police Chief Teresa Theetge

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several ordinances. Proposed items include reallocating $250,000 for police overtime and approving a tax exemption for an $18 million apartment remodel at 516 E. 4th Street.

• Reallocation of $250,000 from American Rescue Plan funds to Cincinnati Police Department overtime.
• 15-year tax exemption for an $18,000,000 remodel at 516 E. 4th Street.
• Acceptance of a $500,000 donation for park maintenance and supplies.
• Authorization to fly rainbow flags at City Hall every June.
• Assessment of properties in Lighting Group 3 for street lighting costs.

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing committee is holding a special meeting to review presentations regarding housing market research. The agenda includes three presentations submitted by Councilmember Harris concerning zoning and equity.

• Presentation: 'Zoned to Shrink'
• Presentation: 'Housing Strategies Toward Equity in Cincinnati'
• Presentation: 'Inclusionary Zoning and Housing Market Outcomes'
• Market research presentation by Emily Hamilton
• Neighborhood analysis presentation by Mark Samaan & Nick Keeling

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing several budget reallocations, including $250,000 for a Summer Safety Initiative involving police overtime. The agenda also includes a 15-year tax exemption for an $18 million apartment redevelopment and the acceptance of various community donations.

• $250,000 transfer from ARPA funds to create a 'Summer Safety Initiative' for police overtime.
• 15-year tax exemption for an $18 million remodel at 516 E. 4th Street.
• Acceptance of a $500,000 donation to support Cincinnati parks and Krohn Conservatory.
• $1,790,000 transfer from Central Parkway Bicycle Facility to the Bicycle Transportation Program.
• Resolution expressing support for the Brent Spence Bridge project.

Cincinnati City Council passed several emergency ordinances, including $250,000 for police overtime as part of the Summer Safety Initiative, $300,000 for the American Dream Down Payment Initiative, and $400,000 for Westside recreational connectivity improvements. It also approved a resolution supporting the Brent Spence Bridge project and a resolution condemning Ohio House Bill 616, which restricts LGBTQ+ discussions in schools. Several items were referred to committees, including a 15-year tax exemption for a residential project at 516 E. 4th Street.

• Approved $250,000 for police overtime (Summer Safety Initiative) (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 for American Dream Down Payment Initiative (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 for Westside Recreational Connectivity Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Brent Spence Bridge project (unanimous)
• Approved resolution condemning Ohio House Bill 616 (unanimous)
• Referred 15-year tax exemption for 516 E. 4th Street to Budget & Finance Committee
• Approved $1.79M transfer for bicycle transportation program (unanimous)
• Approved $3.762M grant for Wasson Way Trail Phase 7 (unanimous)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will hear presentations on the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority and bipartisan infrastructure laws. Members also proposed motions regarding lead poisoning data collection and childhood trauma support in Cincinnati Public Schools.

• Motion for a report on lead poisoning sources including paint and pipes
• Motion for Administration to work with Cincinnati Public Schools on childhood trauma
• Emergency ordinance for artwork on a Baltimore Avenue retaining wall in East Westwood
• Presentation on Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority update

The committee adopted two motions: one directing the administration to work with Cincinnati Public Schools on childhood trauma and ACEs support, and another requiring a report on lead poisoning data and prevention feasibility. It also filed presentations on infrastructure jobs and SORTA, and recommended passage of an emergency ordinance for artwork on a retaining wall in East Westwood.

• Adopted motion for CPS collaboration on childhood trauma and ACEs (202200770)
• Adopted motion for lead poisoning data report and feasibility analysis (202200848)
• Filed SORTA update presentation (202200982)
• Filed infrastructure jobs presentation (202200998)
• Filed infrastructure projects report (202200820)
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance for Baltimore Ave artwork (202200895)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will review ordinances regarding grant acceptances and fund transfers. These include funding for the Wasson Way Trail, the American Dream Down Payment Initiative, and Westside recreational improvements. The agenda also includes streetcar maintenance applications and budget monitoring reports.

• Acceptance of up to $3,762,000 grant for Wasson Way Trail Phase 7
• $300,000 transfer to the American Dream Down Payment Initiative
• $400,000 transfer for Westside Recreational Connectivity Improvements
• Application for up to $2,839,000 for streetcar maintenance and upgrades
• $1,790,000 transfer within the Street Improvement Fund for bicycle programs

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing ordinances to transfer American Rescue Plan funds toward down payment assistance and Westside recreational connectivity. The agenda also includes applications for significant grants for the Wasson Way Trail and streetcar maintenance.

• $300,000 transfer to the American Dream Down Payment Initiative program
• $400,000 transfer for Westside recreational connectivity improvements
• Acceptance of up to $3,762,000 in grant funds for the Wasson Way Trail project
• Application for up to $2,839,000 for streetcar system maintenance and upgrades
• Motion for a report on providing Spanish language options for civil service exams

Cincinnati City Council passed an emergency ordinance allocating $1,000,000 from American Rescue Plan funds to a new Pedestrian Safety account, aimed at improving safety in disproportionately impacted communities. The council also approved several other ARPA-funded projects, including $1.1 million for fire fleet upgrades, $300,000 for the American Dream Down Payment Initiative, and $400,000 for Westside recreational connectivity. Additionally, they adopted a motion prioritizing ARPA funds for potential operating deficits and deferred capital maintenance.

• Approved $1M ARPA transfer for Pedestrian Safety (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $1.1M ARPA transfer for Fire Fleet (pumper truck and two medic units, emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $300K ARPA transfer for American Dream Down Payment Initiative (referred to committee)
• Approved $400K ARPA transfer for Westside Recreational Connectivity Improvements (referred to committee)
• Adopted motion to prioritize ARPA funds for operating deficits and deferred capital maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $6,630 for police cameras in Pendleton neighborhood (unanimous)
• Approved $204K grant application for childcare stabilization (unanimous)
• Approved $15K Dater Foundation grant for RiverTrek program (unanimous)

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Governance Committee will consider resolutions objecting to the renewal of three specific liquor permits. The Law Department is also scheduled to present an update on 2022 liquor permit annual renewals.

• Resolution objecting to C2 and D6 liquor permit #8019027 for J.T. Shah, LLC
• Resolution objecting to D5 and D6 liquor permit #9115320 for Dive Bar Cinci, LLC (Dive Bar)
• Resolution objecting to D5 and D6 liquor permit #1423292 for Chevee on the Levee, LLC (Babe’s Café)
• Presentation on 2022 Liquor Permit Annual Renewals by the Law Department

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is considering ordinances to redirect American Rescue Plan Act funds toward pedestrian safety and new fire department vehicles. Members are also reviewing a motion regarding the use of future federal funds to address potential budget deficits.

• Reallocating $1,000,000 in ARPA funds for "Pedestrian Safety" initiatives
• Reallocating $1,100,000 in ARPA funds for one pumper truck and two medic units
• Motion to prioritize future ARPA funds for budget deficits or deferred capital maintenance
• Transferring $1,790,000 from Central Parkway Bicycle Facility Phase 2 to the Bicycle Transportation Program
• Authorizing a grant application of up to $204,000 for neighborhood childcare programs

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to hear from the community regarding the 2022 City Budget Process. Interim City Manager John P. Curp will present an update on the approved FY 2022 budget and the FY 2023 budget.

• Public hearing for community input on the 2022 City Budget Process
• Presentation regarding Approved FY 2022 Budget & FY 2023 Budget Update

The Budget and Finance Committee held a special public hearing to gather community input before the 2022 city budget process, a reform from prior years when hearings were held after a draft budget. No formal decisions were made; all agenda items were filed, including presentations and communications from community members and organizations.

• Filed presentation on Budget Basics: Approved FY 2022 Budget & FY 2023 Budget Update
• Filed communication from Councilmember Landsman conveying Rene J. Cheatham III's remarks
• Filed 'All-In Cincinnati Budget Recommendations' handout
• Filed handout from Margo A. Spence, President and CEO, First Step Home
• Filed testimony of Vanessa Freytag, President & CEO, 4C for Children
• Filed presentation from Eric H. Kearney, President & CEO, Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances to redirect American Rescue Plan funds toward pedestrian safety and new fire department vehicles. Other items include a motion to use ARPA funds for future budget deficits and the transfer of funds for bicycle transportation.

• Transfer $1,000,000 to a new 'Pedestrian Safety' account using ARPA funds
• Transfer $1,100,000 for one pumper truck and two medic units for the Fire Department
• Transfer $1,790,000 from Central Parkway Bicycle Facility to the Bicycle Transportation Program
• Motion to prioritize ARPA funds for FY 2023-2025 budget deficits and capital maintenance
• Authorization to apply for up to $204,000 in grants for neighborhood childcare programs

Cincinnati City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including authorizing the City Manager to apply for a $25 million federal grant for a Complete Streets project, accepting a $75,000 grant for racial wealth equity work, and passing a resolution declaring the necessity of tree assessments for 2023. Multiple items were referred to committees, including ARPA fund transfers for pedestrian safety and fire fleet, and motions on lead poisoning data and climate plan updates.

• Approved application for $25M RAISE grant for Complete Streets (unanimous)
• Approved $75K Cities for Financial Empowerment grant for racial wealth equity blueprint (unanimous)
• Approved $150K Ohio EPA loan fund application for sewage treatment assistance (unanimous)
• Approved property sale at 6006 Belmont Ave to Wuertemberger and Barone (unanimous)
• Passed resolution declaring 2023 urban forestry maintenance assessment (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to update 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan with climate equity focus (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to raise Transgender flag on March 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for school zone pedestrian safety data report (unanimous)

Housing & Growth

The committee will consider a motion requesting mediation to preserve the bell tower of First Lutheran Church. The agenda also includes reports on five-year housing unit production estimates and housing proforma activity. Additionally, a motion was presented to raise a Transgender flag on March 31, 2022.

• Mediation request for First Lutheran Church (Motion 202200548)
• Motion to raise a Transgender flag on March 31, 2022 (Motion 202200627)
• Report on Five-Year Estimates of Housing Unit Production (Report 202200628)
• Presentation: New Housing Unit Report
• Presentation: Housing Proforma Activity

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee filed two items and adopted one motion. The adopted motion, submitted by Councilmember Harris, directs the City to raise a Transgender flag on March 31, 2022, for the International Day of Visibility, declared an emergency measure. The committee also filed a motion requesting mediation between OTR Adopt, First Lutheran Church, and relevant parties, and filed a report on Five-Year Estimates of Housing Unit Production. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted motion to raise Transgender flag on March 31, 2022 (202200627)
• Filed motion requesting mediation for OTR Adopt and First Lutheran Church (202200548)
• Filed Five-Year Estimates of Housing Unit Production report (202200628)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will consider motions to update the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan and request pedestrian safety data for school zones. The agenda also includes reports on infrastructure condition and presentations on federal funding opportunities. These sessions cover topics ranging from climate equity to regional connectivity.

• Motion to request updated pedestrian safety accident data in school zones
• Motion to revise the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan with a focus on climate equity
• Report on 2020 Department of Transportation and Engineering infrastructure condition reports
• Presentation regarding Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding opportunities
• Communication on how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act benefits Southwest Ohio

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is reviewing presentations on the Cincinnati Retirement System and urban forestry assessments. Members are also considering several grant applications for street safety, racial wealth equity, and sewage system assistance. Additionally, the committee will discuss reports regarding government transparency and PACE financing.

• $25 million federal RAISE grant for Complete Streets project
• $75,000 grant for a racial wealth inequity blueprint
• $150,000 Ohio EPA grant for homeowner sewage system assistance
• 2023 Urban Forestry Special Assessment and maintenance
• Sale of City property at 6006 Belmont Avenue

Cincinnati City Council

The Council is reviewing motions for administrative reports regarding school zone pedestrian safety and PACE financing feasibility. They are also considering appointments to the Housing Advisory Board and a plan to update the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan. Additionally, the agenda includes reviews of liquor permit applications and special event permits.

• Appointments for the Housing Advisory Board
• Request for pedestrian safety data in school zones
• Motion to update the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan
• Feasibility analysis of PACE financing
• Review of liquor permit applications for various park locations

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The Public Safety & Governance Committee will review updates on notification protocols and sustainability initiatives. The committee is also considering ordinances to establish new job classifications and salary ranges for water distribution and intelligence roles.

• Ordinance 202200591: Salary schedule for Assistant Supervisor of Water Distribution Maintenance
• Ordinance 202200616: Classifications and salaries for Intelligence Analyst and Intelligence Analyst Supervisor
• Presentation on Collaborative Agreement Sustainability Initiatives
• Update on Notification Protocols

Youth & Human Services

The Healthy Neighborhoods meeting includes presentations from My Brother's Keeper Cincinnati, the Women's Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, and All-In Cincinnati. The agenda also contains a motion to designate Festival513 as a “Historical Event” under the Cincinnati Municipal Code.

• Motion to designate Festival513 as a “Historical Event”
• Presentation on economic mobility for Black women in the Cincinnati region
• Presentation by My Brother's Keeper Cincinnati
• Presentation by All-In Cincinnati

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund transfers and property agreements. Key items include funding for the Green Cincinnati Plan and Lytle Park improvements. The committee will also hear budget updates for various city departments.

• Transfer of $2,450,000 from Water Works Fund to cover electric and natural gas utility costs
• Acceptance of up to $1,083,906 in donations for Lytle Park improvements
• Sale of city property at Kennedy Avenue and Madison Road for commercial development
• Transfer of $100,000 for Green Cincinnati Plan projects
• Acceptance of $44,000 for the Ezzard Charles Statue Plaza in Laurel Park

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of all seven ordinances on its agenda, including a $100,000 transfer for Green Cincinnati Plan projects, a $1,083,906 donation for Lytle Park improvements, and a $2,450,000 transfer to cover Water Works utility cost increases. The committee also filed several items, including a motion requesting a report on GCWW rate increases and lead pipe replacement funding. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended passage of $100,000 transfer for Green Cincinnati Plan projects (202200623)
• Recommended passage of $1,083,906 donation and $200,000 transfer for Lytle Park improvements (202200609)
• Recommended passage of $44,000 donation for Ezzard Charles Statue Plaza (202200610)
• Recommended passage of $2,450,000 transfer for Water Works utility costs (202200611)
• Recommended passage of five easements for LPH Thrives, LLC (202200625)
• Recommended passage of lease agreement with Colonial Life & Accident Insurance (202200626)
• Recommended passage of property sale agreement with Oakley Crossings Holdings (202200492)
• Filed motion requesting report on GCWW rate increase and lead pipe replacement (202200118)

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing several appointments to the Housing Advisory Board and park improvement projects. The agenda includes accepting donations for Lytle Park and Ezzard Charles Statue Plaza. It also addresses budget transfers for water utility costs and the Green Cincinnati Plan.

• Accepting $1,083,906 donation for Lytle Park improvements
• $2,450,000 transfer to Water Works for electric and gas utility increases
• $100,000 transfer to the Office of Environment and Sustainability
• New salary schedules for Intelligence Analyst classifications
• Lease agreement for a parking lot near Eggleston Avenue

The Cincinnati City Council approved a rezoning of 1001 Marshall Avenue to Planned Development District No. 92 for the Marshall and Central Apartments, and passed several resolutions and ordinances, including funding for Lytle Park improvements and a transgender pride flag display. Several items were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved rezoning at 1001 Marshall Avenue to Planned Development District No. 92 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,083,906 transfer for Lytle Park improvements (referred to committee)
• Approved $44,000 for Ezzard Charles Statue Plaza (referred to committee)
• Approved $2,450,000 transfer for Water Works utility costs (referred to committee)
• Approved $334,565.60 for Parks Operations Center design (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $741,916 for Parks Fleet Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 grant application for summer learning programs (unanimous)
• Approved flying transgender pride flag at City Hall on March 31 (emergency, unanimous)

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee is reviewing proposals to rezone 1001 Marshall Avenue for the "Marshall and Central Apartments." The committee is also considering amendments to the Cincinnati Zoning Code to reduce or remove density requirements in certain districts.

• Rezoning of 1001 Marshall Avenue to Planned Development District No. 92
• Amendments to the Cincinnati Zoning Code to reduce or remove density requirements
• Presentation regarding proposed zone changes in Camp Washington and CUF neighborhoods
• Communications regarding density restrictions and Metropolitan Sewer District concerns

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee recommended passage of a zoning map amendment to rezone 1001 Marshall Avenue from MG and CC-A to Planned Development District No. 92 for the Marshall and Central Apartments. A separate ordinance to reduce or remove density limitations in certain zoning districts failed to pass, with Councilmember Owens abstaining. Several related presentations and communications were filed without action.

• Recommended passage of rezoning 1001 Marshall Avenue to PD No. 92 (Marshall and Central Apartments)
• Failed to adopt ordinance 202200278 to reduce/remove density limitations in zoning code
• Filed presentation on Marshall Avenue zone change (202200605)
• Filed presentation on density restriction text amendments (202200606)
• Filed communications on density restriction removal from Keating, Kearney, Harris (202200600, 202200632, 202200633)
• Filed communication from MSD on density and community concerns (202200615)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review a report regarding curb extension options. The agenda also includes presentations on sustainable action in Cincinnati and building a resilient city.

• Report 202200597 regarding Curb Extension Options
• Presentation: Sustainable Action in Cincinnati
• Presentation: Greening Cincinnati: Building a sustainable, equitable, resilient city

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee met and received two presentations on sustainability efforts in Cincinnati: one from Oliver Kroner, Sustainability Manager, on 'Greening Cincinnati: Building a sustainable, equitable, resilient city,' and another from Ryan Mooney-Bullock, Executive Director of Green Umbrella, on 'Sustainable Action in Cincinnati.' The committee also filed a report from the Interim City Manager regarding curb extension options. No substantive decisions were made; all items were filed.

• Filed report on curb extension options (202200597)
• Filed presentation on Sustainable Action in Cincinnati (202200614)
• Filed presentation on Greening Cincinnati (202200617)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding commercial development in Oakley and funding for city services. The agenda includes property sales, tax exemptions, and budget updates for the Greater Cincinnati Water Works and Stormwater Management Utility.

• 8-year tax exemption for construction at 3628-3646 Madison Road ($5,125,000 cost)
• Sale of City property at Kennedy Avenue and Madison Road for retail development
• Appropriation of $334,565.60 for the Parks Operations Center replacement facility design
• Acceptance of a $741,916 donation for Parks Department fleet replacement
• Grant application up to $500,000 for Cincinnati Recreation Commission curriculum

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding park funding and grant applications. Members also passed motions requesting reports on speeding violations, rental housing vacancies, and illegal dumping.

• $741,916 donation for Parks Fleet Replacement equipment
• $334,565.60 transfer for the design of a new Parks Operations Center
• Grant application for up to $500,000 for Cincinnati Recreation Commission programs
• Motion requesting neighborhood-level data on speeding violations
• Motion requesting a report on rental housing vacancy resources

Cincinnati City Council approved eight ordinances, including amendments to Stabilization Funds policy, a sidewalk board of appeals change, and removal of the limit on mayoral assistants. It also adopted motions requesting reports on speeding citations, District 5 police response times, rental vacancy resources, and littering citations. Several items were referred to committees, including a $334,565.60 transfer for Parks Operations Center design.

• Amended Stabilization Funds policy (Enactment 0056-2022, unanimous)
• Accepted $34,560 Seasongood Foundation grant for internship program (Enactment 0057-2022, unanimous)
• Applied for $10,000 Certified Local Government Grant for preservation conference (Enactment 0058-2022, unanimous)
• Accepted $25,000 Cincinnati Recreation Foundation grant for Hirsch Recreation Center programs (Enactment 0059-2022, unanimous)
• Amended sidewalk board of appeals membership and City Solicitor role (Enactment 0060-2022, unanimous)
• Removed limit on mayoral assistants, retaining salary cap (Enactment 0061-2022, emergency, unanimous)
• Established Public Employees Assistance Program Counselor classification (Enactment 0062-2022, emergency, unanimous)
• Adopted motion for report on speeding citations by neighborhood (unanimous)

Youth & Human Services

The committee will hear presentations from the Urban Land Institute, YWCA, and Homebase. Members also proposed motions to review rental housing resources and examine five years of littering and illegal dumping citation data.

• Motion for a report on rental vacancy resources and a potential renters' guide
• Motion requesting a 60-day report on littering and illegal dumping citations
• Presentation: ULI Cincinnati Real Estate Accelerator Lab
• Presentation: YWCA mission update
• Presentation: Homebase

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee adopted a motion requesting the Office of Human Services to report on resources for finding rental vacancies and assess the need for a city-run renters' guide. A second motion was adopted asking the Administration to report on littering and illegal dumping citations over the past five years. Three presentations were filed without action.

• Adopted motion for rental vacancy registry report (4-0)
• Adopted motion for littering/illegal dumping citation report (4-0)
• Filed ULI Cincinnati Real Estate Accelerator Lab presentation
• Filed YWCA 'Lift as We Climb' presentation
• Filed HOMEBASE presentation

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee is reviewing ordinances to modify the sidewalk board of appeals and the number of mayoral assistants. Council members also requested data regarding neighborhood speeding violations and police response times in District 5. Presentations will cover ethics and officer wellness.

• Ordinance to modify sidewalk board of appeals members and City Solicitor role
• Emergency ordinance removing the limit on the number of Mayor’s Assistants
• Establishing salary range for a new Public Employees Assistance Program Counselor position
• Motion requesting five years of speeding violation data by neighborhood
• Motion requesting an update on District 5 headquarters and response times

The committee recommended passage of three ordinances: one modifying the sidewalk board of appeals, one removing the cap on mayor's assistants, and one creating a new counselor classification. It also adopted two motions requesting reports on speeding citations and District 5 police headquarters. Two presentations were filed without action.

• Recommended passage of ordinance 202200469 modifying sidewalk board of appeals
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance 202200477 removing mayor's assistant cap
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance 202200481 establishing counselor classification
• Adopted motion 202200502 requesting speeding citation data by neighborhood
• Adopted motion 202200504 requesting District 5 headquarters update and response times
• Filed presentation on Ethics & Good Government (202200590)
• Filed presentation on Police Wellness Program (202200594)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will review FY 2023 budget updates for the Health, Law, City Planning, and Enterprise Technology Solutions departments. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding a commercial project at Madison Road and the acceptance of several grants.

• 8-year tax exemption for $5,125,000 construction project at 3628-3646 Madison Road
• Sale of City property at Kennedy Avenue and Madison Road for commercial retail space
• $34,560 grant from Murray & Agnes Seasongood Good Government Foundation for an internship program
• $10,000 federal grant to host a preservation conference in July 2022
• $25,000 grant from Cincinnati Recreation Foundation for Avondale youth and families

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council met to review liquor permit applications and various community resolutions. The session included decisions on infrastructure funding for Westwood sidewalks and the Oakley Recreation Center. Additionally, the council addressed fund transfers for emergency shelter grants and the Home Investment Trust.

• $400,000 grant for sidewalk construction on Westwood Northern Boulevard
• $2,000,000 transfer for the Oakley Recreation Center project
• $559,380.39 transfer of Emergency Shelter Grant funds for COVID-19 safety renovations
• Resolution expressing concern over USPS mail delivery delays in local neighborhoods
• Authorization of a $10,000 grant to host a national preservation conference

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will hear presentations regarding pedestrian safety and the Green Cincinnati Plan. Members will also review a report on phase 2 options for the Central Parkway bike lane. Additionally, communications about police summer cadet programs and city park day camps are scheduled.

• Presentation: Let's Make Moves by Tri-State Trails
• Presentation: Pedestrian Safety and The Green Cincinnati Plan
• Presentation: Making Streets Safe for Everyone
• Report: Central Parkway bike lane phase 2 options
• Communication: Cincinnati Police Summer Cadet Program

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee met on March 1, 2022, and heard three presentations on pedestrian safety from Tri-State Trails, the Sierra Club/Environmental Advisory Council, and the Devou Good Foundation. The committee also filed a report on Central Parkway bike lane phase 2 options and two communications regarding the Police Summer Cadet Program and Parks Summer Day Camps. No substantive decisions were made; all items were filed.

• Filed presentation 'Let's Make Moves' from Tri-State Trails (202200536)
• Filed presentation 'Pedestrian Safety and The Green Cincinnati Plan' from Sierra Club/EAC (202200544)
• Filed presentation 'Making Streets Safe for Everyone' from Devou Good Foundation (202200542)
• Filed report on Central Parkway bike lane phase 2 options (202200400)
• Filed communication re: Police Summer Cadet Program (202200534)
• Filed communication re: Parks Summer Day Camps (202200535)

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee is reviewing a proposal to designate the Benjamin Stewart Home as a historic landmark. The meeting also includes discussions on amending zoning codes for urban agriculture and increasing the membership of the Housing Advisory Board.

• Historic landmark designation for 5540 Madison Road
• Zoning code amendments for urban agriculture and animal keeping in residential districts
• Expansion of the Housing Advisory Board to up to 14 members
• Request for a report on criteria for community landmark designations

The committee recommended passage of an ordinance designating the Benjamin Stewart Home at 5540 Madison Road as a historic landmark. An ordinance to amend zoning code sections to modify the process for establishing agricultural facilities in residential districts failed, with 7 no votes and 1 abstention. The committee also recommended passage of an emergency ordinance to expand the Housing Advisory Board to up to 14 members, and adopted a motion requesting criteria for landmark designations.

• Recommended passage of ordinance designating Benjamin Stewart Home as historic landmark
• Failed to adopt zoning amendment for agricultural facilities in residential districts (7 no, 1 abstain)
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance expanding Housing Advisory Board to 14 members
• Adopted motion requesting criteria for landmark designations
• Filed presentation on Benjamin Stewart Home designation
• Filed presentation on urban agriculture zoning amendments
• Filed communication on housing crisis framework

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund transfers and city development projects. Proposed actions include reallocating American Rescue Plan funds for affordable housing and establishing a new account for the Oakley Recreation Center. The committee will also receive budget updates for the Finance and Transportation & Engineering departments.

• Reallocating $5,150,000 from American Rescue Plan funds to affordable housing and housing strategies
• Allocating $2,000,000 for the development of the Oakley Recreation Center
• Applying for up to $400,000 in grants for sidewalks on Westwood Northern Boulevard
• Authorizing an 8-year tax exemption for a $5,125,000 commercial project at Madison Road
• Transferring $559,380.39 in Emergency Shelter Grant funds for COVID-19 safety renovations

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended passage of an emergency ordinance transferring $5.15 million in American Rescue Plan funds, including $5 million to a new Affordable Housing Trust Fund and $150,000 for housing strategies. The committee also recommended several other ordinances, including a $400,000 Safe Routes to School grant application for sidewalks on Westwood Northern Boulevard, a $2 million appropriation for a new Oakley Recreation Center, and a property transfer agreement for a parking garage in Over-the-Rhine. Two items were held: a stabilization funds policy amendment and two Oakley Crossings development agreements. The committee filed two FY 2023 budget update presentations.

• Recommended passage of $5.15M ARP transfer to Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Housing Strategies (emergency)
• Recommended passage of $400K Safe Routes to School grant application for Westwood Northern Boulevard sidewalks
• Recommended passage of $2M appropriation for Oakley Recreation Center capital project
• Recommended passage of $559,380.39 Emergency Shelter Grant fund realignment for COVID-related renovations
• Recommended passage of $3,523,076 Home Investment Trust fund realignment
• Recommended passage of agreement with Water Research Foundation for service line material research
• Recommended passage of $400K Safe Routes to School grant for Kirby Avenue sidewalk and Woodward High School beacons
• Recommended passage of Logan Street right-of-way vacation and conveyance for parking garage (9-0)

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing proposals to redirect ARPA funds toward affordable housing and housing strategies. The agenda also includes requests for reports on neighborhood speeding violations and rental vacancies. Additionally, the council will consider various special event permits and community recognitions.

• Reallocation of $5,150,000 from ARPA COVID expenses to affordable housing funds
• Proposal to increase Housing Advisory Board membership to up to 14 members
• Authorization for a $400,000 grant application for sidewalks on Westwood Northern Boulevard
• Establishment of a $2,000,000 project account for the Oakley Recreation Center
• Request for a report on annual speeding violations by neighborhood over five years

Council passed an emergency ordinance establishing a $5 million Affordable Housing Trust Fund and a $150,000 Housing Strategies account using American Rescue Plan funds. The council also approved several resolutions honoring Black History Month honorees and passed multiple ordinances including grants for EV charging stations and a donation for Ault Park. Several other items were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved $5M transfer to Affordable Housing Trust Fund (emergency ordinance)
• Approved $150K for Housing Strategies account (emergency ordinance)
• Passed resolution honoring Alexis Kidd-Zaffer (unanimous)
• Passed resolution honoring Terrell Davis (unanimous)
• Passed resolution honoring Barb Smith (unanimous)
• Passed resolution honoring Lincoln Ware (unanimous)
• Approved $40K donation for Carter's Grove at Ault Park (emergency)
• Adopted motion prioritizing public safety, public services, and road repair in budget

Youth & Human Services

This special meeting of the Healthy Neighborhoods committee is dedicated to a discussion regarding the challenges and opportunities in North Fairmount. No other items or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion: The Challenges and Opportunities in North Fairmount

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee held a special meeting to discuss challenges and opportunities in North Fairmount. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was discussion-only.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will hear a presentation from the Cincinnati Police Department Youth Services Unit regarding "Shoot This Not That 2.0." Additionally, officials from the Citizen Complaint Authority are scheduled to provide updates.

• Presentation: "Shoot This Not That 2.0" by Cincinnati Police Department Youth Services Unit
• Updates from the Citizen Complaint Authority

The Public Safety & Governance Committee met and received two presentations: an update from the Citizen Complaint Authority and a police youth services program called 'Shoot This Not That 2.0'. Both presentations were filed, and no substantive decisions or votes were taken.

• Filed Citizen Complaint Authority update (202200513)
• Filed 'Shoot This Not That 2.0' presentation (202200514)

Youth & Human Services

The committee will hear presentations from the Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority and the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation. These items are scheduled for presentation rather than a vote.

• Presentation by Greg Johnson, CEO of Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
• Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation 'The Year In Review 2021' presentation

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee received two presentations but took no votes or formal decisions. Greg Johnson, CEO of the Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority, presented on the authority's work, and Samantha Reeves, Executive Director of the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation, presented a 2021 year-in-review. Both presentations were filed with the city clerk.

• Filed CMHA presentation by Greg Johnson (202200465)
• Filed Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation presentation by Samantha Reeves (202200506)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing motions to prioritize city services during upcoming budget preparations. The agenda also includes reallocating rental assistance funds and accepting donations for park and infrastructure projects.

• Motion to prioritize public safety staffing and road maintenance in the upcoming budget
• Reallocation of $7,178,998 for Emergency Rental Assistance 2
• Grants up to $417,631 and $420,293 for electric vehicle charging stations
• Donation increase for solar-powered stop signs at Middleton Avenue and Resor Avenue
• Acceptance of a donation up to $40,000 for a bird sanctuary in Ault Park

The Budget and Finance Committee voted unanimously to adopt a motion establishing core service priorities for the upcoming budget, including public safety staffing (fire and police recruit classes), public services staffing (sanitation crews and retention efforts), and core municipal amenities (urgent road repair, especially in underserved neighborhoods). The committee also recommended passage of several ordinances, including accepting donations for pedestrian safety improvements, applying for state grants for EV charging stations, and accepting funds for a grove and bird sanctuary at Ault Park. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted motion prioritizing public safety staffing, public services staffing, and core municipal amenities like road repair in the budget.
• Recommended passage of ordinance increasing a donation for solar-powered stop signs at Middleton and Resor Avenues from $2,920 to $3,120.
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing grant applications for up to $837,924 for public EV charging stations at 361 Central Avenue and Plum Street.
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance accepting up to $40,000 for Carter's Grove at Ault Park and establishing a new capital project account.
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance reallocating $7,178,998 in Emergency Rental Assistance 2 funds to COVID-19 Fund 473.
• Recommended passage of ordinance accepting a $3,500 donation to resurface the Paddock Hills Recreation Area basketball court.
• Filed presentations on FY 2023 budget updates from the Recreation Commission, Citizen Complaint Authority, and Office of Environment & Sustainability.

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing appointments to the Board of Health and several honorary resolutions. Key items include a proposal to modify zoning codes to remove housing barriers and a motion to prioritize public safety staffing in future budgets.

• Ordinance to reduce or remove density limitations in certain zoning districts
• Motion to prioritize public safety and public services staffing in the upcoming budget
• Reallocation of $7,178,998 from American Rescue Plan funds to the COVID-19 Fund
• Grant applications for electric vehicle charging stations on Central Avenue and Plum Street
• Resolution supporting a land purchase for a new nature preserve

The Cincinnati City Council met on February 16, 2022, and passed a number of ordinances and resolutions. The most significant action was the emergency passage of a new Council Code of Conduct (Enactment No. 0036-2022). The Council also passed a resolution supporting a state law change to allow Cincinnati to set its own speed limits, and approved a zoning ordinance amendment to reduce density limitations in certain districts to encourage housing creation.

• Adopted a Council Code of Conduct (Enactment No. 0036-2022) on an emergency basis.
• Passed a resolution supporting a change to state law to allow Cincinnati to set its own speed limits (Enactment No. 0017-2022).
• Approved a zoning amendment to reduce density limits in certain districts to remove barriers to housing creation (Referred to Equitable Growth & Housing Committee).
• Passed a resolution supporting a grant application to create a nature preserve near the former Bahr Family Farm (Enactment No. 0018-2022).
• Approved a motion directing the administration to report on a comprehensive, multi-year pedestrian safety plan (Adopted).
• Approved a motion to form a task force to pursue Intel suppliers for relocation to Cincinnati (Adopted).
• Confirmed the appointments of Ashlee Young, MPH and Jennifer W. Forrester, MD to the Cincinnati Board of Health.
• Passed an emergency ordinance to repair the Sawyer Point Park parking lot (Enactment No. 0030-2022).

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review presentations on illegal dumping, litter, and lot abatement programs. Members are also considering motions for reports on pedestrian safety, the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan, and active or paused infrastructure projects. Additionally, the agenda includes ordinances regarding utility easements in Miami Township and the Central Business District.

• Motion for a report on cost and timing of a multi-year pedestrian safety plan
• Ordinance accepting a public utility easement in Miami Township
• Ordinance authorizing an encroachment easement on Vine and E. Seventh Streets
• Motion for a status report on the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan
• Motion for a report cataloguing active and paused infrastructure projects since 2019

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee heard four presentations on litter, illegal dumping, the Private Lot Abatement Program, and a Clean Ohio Grant application, all filed. The committee recommended passage of two ordinances regarding utility and encroachment easements. It adopted three motions requiring the administration to report within 30 days on a comprehensive pedestrian safety plan, the status of the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan, and a catalog of current and paused infrastructure projects.

• Filed presentations on litter/illegal dumping, Private Lot Abatement Program, and Clean Ohio Grant application.
• Recommended passage of ordinance accepting a public utility easement for water mains in Miami Township (The Reserve at Deer Run).
• Recommended passage of ordinance authorizing encroachment easements on Vine and E. Seventh Streets for HG Pearl Provident, LLC.
• Adopted motion for a 30-day report on a multi-year pedestrian safety plan across 52 neighborhoods (Vision Zero).
• Adopted motion for a 30-day report on the status of the 2018 Green Cincinnati Plan.
• Adopted motion for a 30-day report cataloging current and paused infrastructure projects since Jan 1, 2019.

Housing & Growth

The committee is reviewing ordinances to rezone properties for the Gateway Lofts development and designate 4122 Glenway Avenue as a local historic landmark. The agenda also includes a motion to form a task force to attract Intel suppliers to Cincinnati.

• Rezoning of 115-125 W. McMillan Street and 124-142 Lyon Street to Gateway Lofts
• Ordinance for a two-family dwelling at 932 McPherson Avenue
• Historic landmark designation for 4122 Glenway Avenue
• Motion to form an Intel supplier task force

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee adopted a motion to form a task force to pursue Intel suppliers for Cincinnati. The committee also recommended passage of a two-family dwelling ordinance at 932 McPherson Ave., indefinitely postponed a rezoning for Gateway Lofts, and failed to adopt a historic landmark designation for 4122 Glenway Ave.

• Adopted motion to form Intel supplier task force
• Recommended passage of two-family dwelling at 932 McPherson Ave.
• Indefinitely postponed rezoning for Gateway Lofts (115-125 W. McMillan St.)
• Failed to adopt historic landmark designation for 4122 Glenway Ave.
• Filed communications regarding Glenway Ave. and Boy's and Girl's Club

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing FY 2023 budget updates for Public Service and Buildings & Inspections. The agenda also includes several ordinances regarding park repairs, road improvements, and a new Council Code of Conduct.

• $2,542,904 federal grant for Primary Care Health Centers
• $121,000 grant for Fairbanks and Delhi Avenue road repairs
• $74,264 for Sawyer Point Parking Lot asphalt repairs
• $16,925 donation for Bramble Park streambank restoration
• Adoption of a new Council Code of Conduct

Cincinnati City Council

The Cincinnati City Council is reviewing several appointments to the Zoo Board and Board of Health. The agenda also includes motions for administrative reports on environmental plans, infrastructure projects, and pedestrian safety.

• Application for a federal grant of up to $2,542,904 for Primary Care Health Centers
• $121,000 grant for street repairs on Fairbanks and Delhi Avenues in Sedamsville
• $74,264 appropriation for Sawyer Point Parking Lot repairs
• Designation of the Benjamin Stewart Home at 5540 Madison Road as a historic landmark
• Zoning changes regarding agricultural facilities in residential districts

The council approved several ordinances, including accepting a $1,667,595 federal grant for Phase 6A of the Wasson Way Trail and applying for a $2,000,000 Highway Safety Improvement Program grant for traffic calming on Harrison Avenue. It also confirmed Daniel Rajaiah to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens Board of Trustees and passed resolutions honoring Black History Month honorees. Several other items were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved $1,667,595 grant for Wasson Way Trail Phase 6A (8-0)
• Approved application for $2,000,000 traffic safety grant for Harrison Avenue (8-0)
• Approved $17,000 for USquare Garage lighting replacement (8-0)
• Approved $39,000 for Madisonville parking study (8-0)
• Confirmed Daniel Rajaiah to Zoo & Botanical Gardens Board (8-0)
• Passed resolutions honoring Black History Month honorees (8-0)
• Referred Green Cincinnati Plan status report to committee
• Referred pedestrian safety plan report to committee

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The meeting includes presentations on police updates and youth violence prevention. The committee will also consider an ordinance to modify business regulations for antique, junk, and second-hand dealers by removing obsolete references.

• Ordinance 202200193 regarding antique, junk, and second-hand dealer licenses
• Presentation on Cincinnati Police Department updates
• Presentation on youth violence prevention and gun violence impact

The Public Safety & Governance Committee received a presentation on youth violence prevention from city officials and community leaders. The committee also recommended passage of an ordinance updating obsolete references to former Chapter 811 in the municipal code. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended passage of ordinance 202200193 updating obsolete references to former Chapter 811 (unanimous)
• Filed presentation 202200273 on youth violence prevention

Youth & Human Services

The committee will consider an ordinance to appropriate $39,000 for a parking study in the Madisonville Business District. The meeting also includes presentations regarding community council expectations and the Northside Community Redevelopment Corporation.

• $39,000 appropriation for a Madisonville Business District parking study
• Presentation on Community Councils Expectations and Issues by Invest In Neighborhoods
• Presentation on Northside Community Redevelopment Corporation by Nest

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee voted unanimously to recommend passage of an emergency ordinance transferring $39,000 from Madisonville District funds to conduct a parking study for the Madisonville Business District. Two presentations were filed: one on community council expectations by Invest In Neighborhoods, and one on the Northside Community Redevelopment Corporation by Nest. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended passage of $39,000 transfer for Madisonville parking study (4-0)
• Filed presentation on Community Councils Expectations and Issues
• Filed presentation on Northside Community Redevelopment Corporation

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing grant applications and fund transfers. Items include authorizing a $1,667,595 grant for the Wasson Way Trail and an application for $2,000,000 for traffic calming on Harrison Avenue. The committee is also considering lighting upgrades for USquare Garage.

• Grant of up to $1,667,595 for Phase 6A of the Wasson Way Trail project
• Application for up to $2,000,000 for traffic calming on Harrison Avenue
• $17,000 transfer for lighting replacement in USquare Garage East and West
• Finance and Budget Monitoring Report for the period ending November 30, 2021

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended passage of three ordinances: accepting up to $1,667,595 in federal grant funds for Phase 6A of the Wasson Way Trail, applying for up to $2,000,000 in state safety funds for Harrison Avenue traffic calming, and transferring $17,000 for USquare Garage lighting replacement. The committee also filed the November 2021 finance report and FY 2023 budget updates from the Fire and Police Departments. No votes were recorded in the minutes; all actions were by recommendation or filing.

• Recommended passage of ordinance to accept $1,667,595 federal grant for Wasson Way Trail Phase 6A
• Recommended passage of ordinance to apply for $2,000,000 state grant for Harrison Avenue traffic calming
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance to transfer $17,000 for USquare Garage lighting replacement
• Filed Finance and Budget Monitoring Report for period ending November 30, 2021
• Filed FY 2023 budget update presentations from Fire and Police Departments

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing several board appointments and infrastructure grant applications. The agenda includes a motion to create an Intel supplier task force and funding requests for the Wasson Way Trail and Harrison Avenue traffic improvements.

• Motion to form a task force to pursue Intel suppliers in Cincinnati
• Grant of up to $1,667,595 for the Wasson Way Trail project
• Grant application for up to $2,000,000 for Harrison Avenue traffic calming
• $17,000 appropriation for USquare Garage lighting replacement
• $39,000 transfer for a Madisonville parking study

Cincinnati City Council approved funding for CAGIS geographic system updates and technology migration, accepted a police canine donation, and passed several resolutions honoring community members. Council also adopted motions to review housing incentives and zoning policies, and to report on emergency communications improvements.

• Approved $1.09M for CAGIS planimetric updates and technology migration (unanimous)
• Accepted $30,000 canine donation from Hamilton County Sheriff's Office for police (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 for wheeled recycling cart replacement (unanimous)
• Approved moral obligation payments totaling $22,994.78 for various services (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to review housing incentives and zoning policies for affordable housing (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to report on Emergency Communications Center improvements within 30 days (unanimous)
• Passed resolution declaring gun violence a public health crisis (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments of Councilmember Keating to Downtown Cincinnati Improvement District and Councilmember Jeffreys to OKI (unanimous)

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will consider an ordinance to increase compensation for real property interests near I-75 in the Central Business District and West End. Members will also review a resolution regarding gun violence as a public health crisis. Additionally, a motion was presented requesting a report on alternative designs for curb extensions.

• Ordinance to increase compensation from the State of Ohio for property near I-75
• Resolution expressing that gun violence is a public health crisis in Cincinnati
• Motion requesting a report on the cost and feasibility of alternative curb extension designs
• Presentation regarding National Gun Survivor's Week
• Presentation on ways to reduce gun violence and the Center for Healing the Hurt

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing committee is reviewing motions regarding residential tax abatement reform and a collaborative review of housing incentives and zoning policies. The agenda also includes a request for data on new housing units from the last five years and an emergency ordinance regarding property tax exemptions in Community Reinvestment Areas.

• Motion regarding implementation of a tiered residential tax abatement program
• Proposal for review of housing incentives and zoning policies
• Request for a report on new housing units by geography and income range
• Emergency ordinance amending Community Reinvestment Area property tax exemptions

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee adopted four items. It passed a motion directing the administration to prepare legislative options for a tiered residential tax abatement program, and another to review housing incentives and zoning policies with stakeholder input. It also ordered a report on new housing units by neighborhood and income level, and recommended passage of an emergency ordinance streamlining approval for maximum tax exemptions on Low-Income Housing Tax Credit projects.

• Adopted motion 202200161 to prepare tiered residential tax abatement reform options
• Adopted motion 202200163 to review housing incentives and zoning policies with stakeholder engagement
• Adopted motion 202200178 to report on new housing units by neighborhood and AMI within 30 days
• Recommended passage of emergency ordinance 202200196 on CRA tax exemptions for LIHTC projects (8-0)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget, Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding city fund transfers and technology upgrades. The agenda includes funding for GIS mapping updates and the replacement of recycling carts. The committee will also consider various service payments and a state grant for law enforcement.

• $1,090,000 for CAGIS Planimetric Updates and Technology Migration
• $25,000 transfer for wheeled recycling cart replacements
• Payments to OTR Holdings, Inc., HDR, Inc., and Donnellon, Donnellon & Miller
• State grant of up to $106,470 for law enforcement investigations
• Acceptance of a $30,000 canine donation for the Police Department

Cincinnati City Council

The Council is reviewing a declaration of emergency regarding rising COVID-19 cases among City employees. The agenda also includes motions to review city housing incentives and zoning policies for affordable development. Additionally, the Council will consider several board appointments and various budget appropriations.

• Declaration of public emergency calling for masks at all City facilities
• Motion to review city housing incentives and zoning policies
• Appropriation of $285,000 and $805,000 for CAGIS technology updates
• Acceptance of a $106,470 state grant for law enforcement investigations
• Resolution expressing that gun violence is a public health crisis

The council confirmed several appointments, adopted motions to review housing incentives and zoning, raise the Pan-African flag for Black History Month, and conduct studies on housing data and parking. It also passed ordinances including a development agreement for residential units at 7 W. 7th Street, CAGIS technology updates, and various fund transfers. A resolution supporting a convention center district strategy was approved.

• Confirmed appointment of Councilmember Cramerding to Cincinnati Retirement System Board (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Councilmember Parks to Community Action Agency Board (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to review housing incentives and zoning policies (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to raise Pan-African flag during February 2022 (unanimous)
• Passed ordinance authorizing development agreement with 7 West 7th Property LLC for residential units (unanimous)
• Passed ordinance establishing CAGIS project accounts and transferring $1.09M (unanimous)
• Passed resolution supporting convention center district strategy with 3CDC (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for parking study in Madisonville Business District funded with $30,000 (unanimous)

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will review presentations regarding 2021 homicide trends from the Cincinnati Police Department. The agenda also includes the 2021 Annual Statistical Review and policing updates from the FOP President.

• Presentation on 2021 homicide trends
• Presentation of 2021 Annual Statistical Review
• Policing updates from FOP President Sgt. Dan Hils

The Public Safety & Governance Committee meeting on January 25, 2022, included presentations from Police Chief Eliot Isaac on 2021 homicide trends and the annual statistical review, both filed without discussion or vote. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Filed Cincinnati Police Department 2021 Homicide Trends presentation
• Filed 2021 Annual Statistical Review presentation

Youth & Human Services

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee is reviewing presentations regarding youth violence and community organizations. A motion was introduced to fund a parking study for the Madison and Whetsel Business District using $30,000 from the Madisonville District TIF. The committee also considered a report on implementing Urban League recommendations for civic engagement.

• $30,000 parking study for Madison and Whetsel Business District
• Motion to investigate feasibility of Urban League civic engagement recommendations
• Presentation regarding youth violence prevention
• Presentation from Price Hill Will

The committee adopted a motion directing the Department of Transportation and Engineering to conduct a parking study for the Madison and Whetsel Business District, funded with $30,000 from the Madisonville District TIF, with completion by end of February 2022. It also adopted a motion for an administration report on Urban League recommendations for civic and voter engagement. Three presentations were filed, including one on youth violence.

• Adopted motion for $30,000 parking study for Madison and Whetsel Business District (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for report on Urban League civic and voter engagement recommendations (unanimous)
• Filed presentation from Price Hill Will on youth violence
• Filed presentation 'Creating the Future Together' by Dr. Eric Thomas
• Filed Madisonville Parking Study Request presentation

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is reviewing a development agreement for residential units in the Central Business District and discussing water rate increase reports. It is also considering budget adjustments for American Rescue Plan funds and accepting donations for park maintenance.

• Development agreement with 7 West 7th Property LLC for residential units at 7 W. 7th Street
• Motion requesting a report on GCWW rate increases and federal lead pipe replacement funding
• Reduction of American Rescue Plan appropriations, including $6,874,938.50 for COVID expenses
• Acceptance of a $125,000 donation for Geier Esplanade fence replacement
• Acceptance of a $400,000 donation for park maintenance and supplies

Cincinnati City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget adjustments, including the reallocation of American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda also includes requests for reports on water rate increases and curb extension designs. Additionally, council members will consider various zoning changes and park donations.

• Appropriation reductions totaling over $22 million from American Rescue Plan accounts
• Rezoning for 'Gateway Lofts' at 115-125 W. McMillan Street and 124-142 Lyon Street
• Acceptance of a $125,000 donation for the Geier Esplanade fence replacement
• Development agreement with 7 West 7th Property LLC for residential units at 7 W. 7th Street
• Request for a report on costs and federal funding related to GCWW rate increases

Council approved an emergency ordinance establishing a Transit Infrastructure Fund Grants account to accept up to $205 million from SORTA over 25 years for the Western Hills Viaduct and other road projects. It also passed several other emergency ordinances, including accepting a $100,000 in-kind donation from the Cincinnati Reds Community Fund for ballfield renovations and a $100,000 rebate from Dynegy Energy Services. Several motions and ordinances were referred to committees, including a request for a report on curb extension designs and a GCWW rate increase report.

• Approved $205M SORTA transit infrastructure fund (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $100K Cincinnati Reds Community Fund ballfield renovation donation (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $100K Dynegy Energy Services rebate (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $35,750 FirstEnergy litigation attorney fee deposit (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $29,091 ODOT streetcar maintenance grant (emergency, unanimous)
• Approved $60K Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant (unanimous)
• Approved $60K Impaired Driving Enforcement Program grant (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to pause Central Parkway bike lane extension and report on alternatives (unanimous)

Housing & Growth

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee will discuss strategies for regional redevelopment and affordable housing. The agenda includes a resolution expressing support for a strategy to redevelop the Duke Energy Convention Center area. Presentations will also cover CMHA grant projects and maximizing tax credits for affordable housing.

• Resolution 202200083 regarding the redevelopment of the Duke Energy Convention Center district
• Presentation on the CMHA CHOICE Grant Project
• Presentation on maximizing Low Income Housing Tax Credits

The Equitable Growth & Housing Committee met on January 19, 2022, and heard presentations on affordable housing, tax credits, and the convention center district. No substantive decisions were made; the only action item, a resolution supporting collaboration on the Duke Energy Convention Center redevelopment, was held. Three informational presentations were filed.

• Resolution 202200083 (convention center district collaboration) held
• Presentation 202200121 (CMHA CHOICE Grant) filed
• Presentation 202200123 (Maximizing Tax Credits) filed
• Presentation 202200131 (3CDC and Convention Center District) filed

Climate, City Services & Infrastructure

The committee will review a presentation regarding the 2022 Bike Plan Update. Councilmembers Jeffreys and Owens submitted a motion to pause work on the Central Parkway bike lane extension from Marshall Street to Ludlow Avenue. This motion requests a report within 30 days on design options and alternative uses for approved funding.

• Presentation of the 2022 Bike Plan Update
• Motion to pause work on the Central Parkway bike lane extension
• Request for a report on three design options for the Central Parkway bike lane north of Marshal Avenue

The Climate, Environment & Infrastructure Committee voted unanimously to pause work on the Central Parkway bike lane extension from Marshall Street to Ludlow Avenue. The administration must report within 30 days on cost, design, and feasibility of three design options, and outline alternative uses for approved funding, which must remain dedicated to bike infrastructure. Three presentations were filed, including the 2022 Bike Plan Update and environmental advocacy talks.

• Adopted motion to pause Central Parkway bike lane extension work (unanimous)
• Required 30-day report on cost, design, and feasibility of three design options
• Required outline of alternative uses for approved funding, restricted to bike infrastructure
• Filed 2022 Bike Plan Update presentation (202200115)
• Filed Ohio Environmental Council presentation (202200132)
• Filed Groundwork Ohio River Valley presentation (202200133)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding grant applications and fund management. Key items include establishing a transit infrastructure fund for projects like the Western Hills Viaduct. The committee is also considering various state grants for traffic enforcement and donations for ballfield renovations.

• Establishment of Transit Infrastructure Fund Grants with up to $205 million for projects including the Western Hills Viaduct
• $60,000 grant application for a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
• $60,000 grant application for an Impaired Driving Enforcement Program
• Acceptance of $100,000 in-kind donation from Cincinnati Reds Community Fund for ballfield renovations
• Acceptance of up to $29,091 grant for streetcar maintenance

Cincinnati City Council

The council is reviewing appointments to city boards and several grant applications. Key items include funding for transit infrastructure, traffic enforcement programs, and the 2023 operating budget.

• Establishment of a Transit Infrastructure Fund for projects including the Western Hills Viaduct (up to $205 million).
• $60,000 grant application for a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.
• $100,000 in-kind donation from Cincinnati Reds Community Fund for ballfield renovations.
• Acceptance of up to $29,091 for streetcar system maintenance.
• Adoption of the 2023 Calendar Year Budget for City operating expenses.

Cincinnati City Council approved the calendar year 2023 operating budget and authorized weekly tax advances from Hamilton County. Council also adopted a motion supporting staffing increases for entry-level firefighter recruits in 2022, with funding to be prioritized in the FY 2023 budget. Several appointments and committee assignments were confirmed, and multiple ordinances were referred to committees.

• Adopted 2023 operating budget resolution (7-2, Camerding and Parks dissenting)
• Authorized weekly tax advances from Hamilton County (unanimous)
• Adopted motion supporting firefighter recruit staffing increases (unanimous)
• Confirmed Vice Mayor Kearney to City Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Held appointments for Cramerding (Retirement Board) and Parks (Community Action Agency) for one week
• Adopted one-time committee schedule change for Jan 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for Fire Department fleet needs report (unanimous)
• Adopted committee assignments for 2022-24 term (unanimous)

Youth & Human Services

The meeting includes a COVID-19 update. This presentation will be delivered by Cincinnati Health Commissioner Melba Moore and Assistant City Manager Sheryl Long.

• COVID-19 update from the Cincinnati Health Department

The Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting on January 12, 2022, consisted solely of a COVID-19 update presented by Health Commissioner Melba Moore and Assistant City Manager Sheryl Long. No formal decisions, votes, or resolutions were made during the meeting.

Public Safety & Quality of Life

The committee will hear presentations regarding Cincinnati Fire Department staffing shortages and an emergency declaration from the fire union. A motion was submitted requesting a report on the department's vehicle needs, costs, and funding sources.

• Presentation on Cincinnati Fire Department staffing shortage
• Presentation on an emergency declaration by Fire Union Local 48
• Motion for a report on fire department fleet needs, costs, and funding

Youth & Human Services

The January 11, 2022, meeting includes roll call and several scheduled presentations. No legislative actions or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation: East Westwood Improvement Association
• Presentation: Community Learning Center Institute
• Presentation: City of Cincinnati Primary Care

The Healthy Neighborhoods committee met and received three presentations: one on affordable homeownership, one on East Westwood activities, and one on clinical operations. All three presentations were filed, and no votes or substantive decisions were taken.

• Filed presentation 'School House: Pathway to Affordable Homeownership'
• Filed presentation 'Highlights of What’s Happening in East Westwood'
• Filed presentation 'CHD Clinical Operations Overview'

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is conducting a public hearing on the FY 2023 Tentative Tax Budget. The agenda includes resolutions to adopt the 2023 operating budget and designate personnel for tax advances. A motion was also submitted regarding funding for entry-level firefighter recruits.

• Public hearing on the FY 2023 Tentative Tax Budget
• Adoption of 2023 operating budget Version A (6.1 Mill 7.5 Mill)
• Adoption of 2023 operating budget Version B (28.988 Mill 7.5 Mill)
• Motion to fund entry-level firefighter recruit staffing increases

Cincinnati City Council

The Council is reviewing an emergency declaration regarding fire department staffing levels impacted by COVID-19. The agenda also includes appointing a member to the City Planning Commission and approving John Curp as Interim City Manager. Several liquor permit applications are also being reported.

• Emergency declaration regarding fire department staffing and COVID-19
• Appointment of Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney to the City Planning Commission
• Liquor permit applications for 4310 Whetsel Avenue, 140 W. McMillan Street, 36 E. Fourth Street, and 6711 Vine Street
• Approval of John Curp as Interim City Manager effective January 19, 2022

Council approved the emergency ordinance appointing John Curp as Interim City Manager effective January 19, 2022, with terms and compensation established. The vote was unanimous (9-0). Council also filed a declaration of emergency regarding COVID-19-related fire department staffing shortages, and filed several liquor permit reports with no objections.

• Approved appointment of John Curp as Interim City Manager (9-0)
• Approved emergency clause for interim city manager ordinance (9-0)
• Suspended three readings for interim city manager ordinance (9-0)
• Filed declaration of emergency for fire department staffing due to COVID-19
• Filed liquor permit reports for Mom N Em Madville, Bones Brothers Wings, Renaissance Cincinnati Downtown, and El Nuevo Valle (no objections)

Budget, Finance & Governance Committee

This special meeting includes an emergency ordinance to appoint John Curp as Interim City Manager effective January 19, 2022. The ordinance also establishes terms and compensation for the position and authorizes severance for the former City Manager.

• Appointment of John Curp as Interim City Manager
• Establishment of terms and compensation for the interim position
• Authorization of severance for the former City Manager

Cincinnati City Council

This meeting serves as the 2022 Mayor and Council Inaugural Ceremony and session. The council is appointing a Vice Mayor, committee chairs, and a Clerk of Council. Additionally, members are moving to adopt council rules and appoint a President Pro Tem.

• Appointment of Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney as Vice Mayor
• Appointment of committee chairs for five standing committees
• Motion to name Victoria Parks as President Pro Tem
• Appointment of Melissa Autry as Clerk of Council
• Adoption of Council Rules with changes to committee appointment procedures

The Cincinnati City Council held its inaugural session for the 2022-2024 term, approving appointments and motions to organize the council. Mayor Aftab Pureval appointed Jan-Michele Kearney as Vice Mayor and named committee chairs. Council adopted the previous council's rules with changes to committee appointment procedures, appointed Victoria Parks as President Pro Tem, and appointed Melissa Autry as Clerk of Council. All votes were unanimous.

• Appointed Jan-Michele Kearney as Vice Mayor (filed)
• Appointed committee chairs for Budget, Housing, Climate, Public Safety, and Healthy Neighborhoods (filed)
• Adopted committee assignments and meeting schedule for 2022-2024 (unanimous)
• Named Victoria Parks as President Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Adopted council rules with changes to committee appointment process (unanimous)
• Appointed Melissa Autry as Clerk of Council (unanimous)