Fairfield County, OH

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

The City Council will hold a business meeting with several first-readings and potential adoptions. Key items include a final development plan for the Whispering Hill Planned Unit Development, a contract with Axon Enterprises for tasers and body cameras, and appropriations totaling $186,253 for IT, utilities, and fleet software. A public hearing is also scheduled for the Pleasant Avenue re-zoning.

• Ordinance approving the Final Development Plan for the Whispering Hill Planned Unit Development (first reading, possible adoption)
• Ordinance authorizing a contract with Axon Enterprises for tasers, body cameras, fleet cameras, and other public safety services (first reading, possible adoption)
• Resolution authorizing Butler County to provide retail sewer service to certain parcels in Fairfield (first reading, possible adoption)
• Resolution authorizing water service agreements with Butler County and West Chester Township (first reading, possible adoption)
• Ordinance appropriating $186,253 for non-contractual items including ESRI software, wastewater engineering, pump replacements, and fleet software

City Council

The council will hold first readings and likely adopt multiple ordinances, including establishing a Fairfield Commercial Revitalization Fund to assist private owners with exterior upgrades, and authorizing several public works contracts. It will also consider a liquor permit non-objection for Wildwood Pub and levy special assessments for sidewalk repairs. Supplemental appropriations totaling over $1.6 million are proposed for various projects.

• Ordinance to establish Fairfield Commercial Revitalization Fund for exterior upgrades (no amount specified)
• Supplemental appropriations: $1,374,000 for maintenance building ($800,000), fire station bathroom ($279,000), snow plow truck ($220,000), engineering ($75,000)
• Non-contractual appropriations: $283,988 for crack sealing, pedestrian path at Oakwood Park, sewer cleaning, PPE for police, etc.
• Contract with Prodigy Building Solutions for bathroom addition at Firestation 32 (Dixie) and for a new Public Works maintenance building
• Simple motion to not request hearing for liquor permit for Wildwood Pub at 5877 Ross Road

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2027 tax budget and authorizing a $375,000 grant to the Community Improvement Corporation. The body will also vote on releasing bonds for Emerald Lake Section 4 and approving various capital purchases.

• 2027 Tax Budget Hearing
• Ordinance to amend Environmental Commission membership
• Ordinance authorizing $375,000 grant to Community Improvement Corporation
• Ordinance to authorize Firefighter Assistance Grant Application
• Ordinance to amend estimated appropriations for 2026

City Council approved a $375,000 grant to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairfield for development projects, and authorized a FEMA grant application for $300,000 in firefighter PPE. Council also amended the Environmental Commission membership rules and adopted the 2027 tax budget. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved $375,000 grant to Fairfield CIC for development (6-0)
• Authorized FEMA grant application for $300,000 firefighter PPE (6-0)
• Amended Environmental Commission membership to remove minimum of nine members (6-0)
• Adopted 2027 tax budget resolution (6-0)
• Approved $375,000 contractual appropriation for CIC grant (6-0)
• Approved $120,966 non-contractual appropriations for various projects (6-0)
• Accepted public improvements and released bonds for Emerald Lake Section 4 (6-0)
• Excused Councilmember Brill from meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold final votes on two $100,000 grants—one for exterior home repairs and another for the Community Improvement Corporation—and an Emerald Lake bond release. New business includes first readings on a tax-incentive agreement for NorthPoint Development's five industrial buildings near Seward and Tylersville roads, a Duke Energy easement for electric infrastructure, a water tank rehabilitation contract, clarifier parts purchase, an OKI grant for Pleasant Avenue paving, court employee salary adjustments, and appropriation amendments.

• Ordinance authorizing $100,000 grant to Fairfield Helping Neighbors Fund for exterior home repairs (third reading, adoption vote)
• Ordinance affirming CIC as city development agency and authorizing $100,000 grant (third reading, adoption vote)
• First reading and emergency adoption of CRA agreement with NorthPoint Development for five industrial buildings at 8105 Seward Road/3603 Tylersville Road
• Resolution granting permanent easement to Duke Energy near Wastewater Treatment Plant on Groh Lane (emergency, first reading)
• Ordinance to accept OKI grant for Pleasant Avenue Paving Improvements between Hunter and Wessel (emergency, first reading)

The Fairfield City Council unanimously approved several ordinances, including $100,000 grants to local community funds and a tax‑incentive package for NorthPoint Development’s new industrial park. It also authorized a permanent easement for Duke Energy, contracts for a water‑tank rehabilitation and clarifier parts, and a grant application for Pleasant Avenue paving. All actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 61-26 granting $100,000 to Fairfield Helping Neighbors Fund (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 62-26 granting $100,000 to Community Improvement Corporation of Fairfield (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 63-26 authorizing tax incentives for NorthPoint Development industrial park (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9-26 granting permanent easement to Duke Energy near wastewater plant (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 64-26 contracting L & T Painting Inc. for Hunter Water Tank rehab ($244,560) (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 65-26 contracting Henry P. Thompson Co. for primary clarifier parts (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 66-26 authorizing OKI grant application for Pleasant Avenue paving (7-0)

City Council

City Council is deciding on several equipment purchases, including a Horton Ambulance and a Freightliner truck. The body is also reviewing grants for home repairs and community development, as well as contracts for Marsh Park improvements.

• Proposed $100,000 grant to Fairfield Helping Neighbors Fund for exterior home repairs
• Proposed $100,000 grant to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairfield
• Contract with Prus Construction Co. for Marsh Park Improvements Project
• Purchase of a Horton Ambulance ($545,791) and a Freightliner 108SD truck ($133,000)
• Liquor permit applications for five businesses including Las Cazuelitas Taqueria and Oaxaquena Mexican Restaurant

The council adopted Ordinance No. 55‑26, authorizing a construction‑manager‑at‑risk contract for the Marsh Park Improvements Project, estimated at $12 million. It also approved several emergency procurement contracts, nominated members to the Marsh Park Ad Hoc Committee, and granted two $100,000 community development funds. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 55‑26 for Marsh Park CMR services (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 56‑26 for Flex Lighting equipment purchase (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 57‑26 for Horton ambulance purchase (6‑0)
• Approved contract for Freightliner 108SD truck for Public Works (6‑0)
• Approved $100,000 grant to Fairfield Helping Neighbors Fund (second reading passed, vote not shown)
• Approved $100,000 grant to Community Improvement Corporation of Fairfield (second reading passed, vote not shown)
• Approved Marsh Park Ad Hoc Committee nominations (6‑0)
• Denied hearing requests for five liquor permit applications (each 6‑0)

City Council

The council will consider a temporary moratorium on permits for motor vehicle fueling/charging facilities, a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 3646, and $361,030 in supplemental appropriations for items including police vehicles and fire department equipment. It will also vote on two $100,000 grants for home repairs and community development, and a resolution objecting to the liquor permit renewal for Cobblestone Tavern.

• Temporary moratorium on permits for motor vehicle fueling/charging facilities
• $100,000 grant to Fairfield Helping Neighbors Fund for exterior home repairs
• $100,000 grant to Community Improvement Corporation
• Collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 3646 (2026-2029)
• Supplemental appropriations totaling $361,030 for police vehicles, fire headsets, energy studies, and other items

The Fairfield City Council took several actions, including forming an ad hoc committee for Marsh Park improvements and approving a summer meeting schedule. It also adopted ordinances waiving permit fees for city assistance programs and imposed a temporary moratorium on new motor vehicle fueling or charging facilities. Additionally, the council objected to the renewal of a liquor permit for Cobblestone Tavern.

• Excused Councilmember Matt Davidson (6-0)
• Removed withdrawn zoning amendment from agenda (6-0)
• Adopted Marsh Park ad hoc committee (6-0)
• Approved 2026 summer meeting schedule (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance waiving building permit fees for Helping Neighbors and Commercial Revitalization programs (6-0)
• Adopted temporary moratorium on permits for motor vehicle fueling/charging facilities (6-0)
• Adopted resolution objecting to renewal of liquor permit for JS Sizemore dba Cobblestone Tavern (6-0)

City Council

Fairfield City Council will vote on several professional services contracts and equipment purchases. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding properties on Dixie Highway and consider tax incentives for building expansions on Seward Road.

• Proposed $2,119,064 in contractual appropriations, including $1.58 million for Marsh Park Improvements Project construction manager services
• Proposed $314,064 for four Chevrolet Tahoes for the Police Department
• Joint Public Hearing for 6638 and 6660 Dixie Highway
• Proposed property tax incentives for G&W Products, Inc. and E&Z, LLC for building expansion on Seward Road
• Proposed $100,000 contract with Davey Resource Group for a citywide tree inventory

Council approved a Community Reinvestment Area agreement providing a 5-year, 70% property tax incentive for G&W Products' $2.45 million expansion at 8675 Seward Road, with at least 10 new jobs expected. Also approved contracts for a citywide tree inventory, Marsh Park construction manager, storm sewer repair, four police Tahoes, and budget amendments. A rezoning request for 6638 and 6660 Dixie Highway was heard but not voted on, pending Planning Commission recommendation.

• Approved CRA tax incentive for G&W Products expansion (6-0)
• Approved $122,700 preconstruction contract with Prus Construction for Marsh Park (6-0)
• Approved tree inventory contract with Davey Resource Group (6-0)
• Approved storm sewer repair contract with Proshot Concrete (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 4 Chevrolet Tahoes for police (6-0)
• Approved $2,119,064 contractual appropriations amendment (6-0)
• Approved $370,034 non-contractual appropriations amendment (6-0)
• Appointed 4 members to boards/commissions (6-0)

City Council

Fairfield City Council will consider and likely adopt ordinances setting employee salaries, approving $857,083 in contractual appropriations (including police firearms, surveillance system, and equipment), and authorizing $392,310 in non-contractual spending for drainage repair, park improvements, and safety upgrades. Council will also appoint members to the Charter Review Commission and other boards, and decide whether to oppose a liquor permit for QuikTrip at 7330 Dixie Highway.

• Employee salary ordinance establishing rates and limiting positions
• $857,083 contractual appropriations for police firearms ($94,944), video surveillance ($155,000), backhoe ($170,328), golf equipment ($119,111), and more
• Emergency drainage repair at Pleasant Run Creek Wall ($150,000 total)
• Purchase of Glock firearms and accessories for police from Vance's Law Enforcement
• No opposition to liquor permit transfer for QuikTrip 7091 at 7330 Dixie Highway

The Fairfield City Council approved all 12 ordinances and resolutions on the agenda, including a liquor license transfer for Minnick's Drive Thru, new Glock firearms for police, and multiple equipment purchases. The council also approved appointments to the Charter Review Commission and various boards, and authorized participation in a national opioid settlement. All votes were unanimous at 6-0.

• Approved 2026 Charter Review Commission nominations (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Boards/Commissions appointments (6-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for Minnick's Drive Thru (6-0)
• Approved $94,944 for police firearms upgrade (6-0)
• Approved participation in opioid settlement (6-0)
• Approved $119,111 golf maintenance equipment purchase (6-0)
• Approved $170,328 backhoe purchase (6-0)
• Approved $857,083 in contractual appropriations (6-0)

City Council

City Council will hold a third reading and vote on an ordinance authorizing a funding and development agreement with Mitchell Development & Construction LLC for the Whispering Hill housing development on South Gilmore Road. The council will also consider first readings and possible adoption of several items including an electric aggregation agreement with a rate cap of $0.10199/kWh, contracts for Harbin Park resurfacing, pavement markings, and a mower purchase, bond anticipation notes renewal, and the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. Two appropriation amendments totaling over $1.1 million for various projects and equipment are also on the agenda.

• Third reading vote on economic development agreement for Whispering Hill housing development (Mitchell Development & Construction LLC) on South Gilmore Road
• First reading of electric aggregation agreement with rate cap at $0.10199/kWh for up to 24 months
• First reading of ordinance authorizing $3,682,000 bond anticipation notes renewal (Series 2024, 2026 renewal)
• First reading of 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program resolution
• Two appropriation amendments: $500,000 contractual (pavement marking, mower, Harbin Park resurfacing) and $606,408 non-contractual (landscaping, SCADA upgrades, trail, equipment)

City Council approved an economic development agreement with Mitchell Development & Construction LLC for the Whispering Hill housing development on South Gilmore Road, along with several other contracts and financial measures. All votes were unanimous 7-0. The council also approved an electric aggregation agreement, a Harbin Park parking lot resurfacing contract, a pavement marking contract, a mower purchase, bond anticipation notes, the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program, and two appropriation amendments.

• Approved Ordinance 22-26: Funding and Development Agreement with Mitchell Development & Construction LLC for Whispering Hill housing development (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-26: Electric aggregation agreement with supplier at or below $0.10199/kWh for up to 24 months (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-26: Contract with John R. Jurgensen Company for 2026 Harbin Park Parking Lot and Asphalt Path Resurfacing (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-26: Contract with A&A Safety, Inc. for 2026 Pavement Marking Application (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-26: Purchase of Toro Groundmaster 5910 mower from Jerry Pate Turf and Irrigation dba Century Equipment (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 27-26: Issuance of $3,682,000 bond anticipation notes, 2026 renewal (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 5-26: 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved Ordinances 28-26 and 29-26: Appropriation amendments totaling $1,106,408 (7-0)

City Council

The Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance authorizing a Funding and Development Agreement with Mitchell Development & Construction LLC for the Whispering Hill housing development on South Gilmore Road. They will also consider first-readings and possible adoption of contracts for the Ross & Woodridge Improvements Project ($840,000) and the 2026 Asphalt Resurfacing Project ($2,150,000), along with related budget appropriations. Additionally, motions to not request hearings on two liquor permit applications will be decided.

• Ordinance for economic development assistance for Whispering Hill housing development (Mitchell Development & Construction LLC)
• Contract with Elams Excavating for Ross & Woodridge Improvements Project ($840,000)
• Contract with Barrett Paving Materials for 2026 Asphalt Resurfacing Project ($2,150,000)
• Amendments to 2026 appropriations: $1,215,000 for concrete curb/sidewalk program, $125,000 for emergency storm sewer repairs
• Motions to not request hearings on liquor permits for Carniceria El Camino (5951 Boymel Dr.) and Mitho Restaurant and Bar (5060 Pleasant Ave.)

Council approved three ordinances: a contract with Elams Excavating for the Ross and Woodridge roundabout project, a contract with Barrett Paving for the 2026 asphalt resurfacing project, and two appropriation amendments funding these and other public works projects. All votes were 6-0. Council also approved two motions to not request hearings on liquor permit applications.

• Approved Elams Excavating contract for Ross & Woodridge roundabout (6-0)
• Approved Barrett Paving contract for 2026 asphalt resurfacing (6-0)
• Approved $4,233,916 contractual appropriations amendment (6-0)
• Approved $278,925 non-contractual appropriations amendment (6-0)
• Approved motion to not request hearing for Carniceria El Camino liquor permit (6-0)
• Approved motion to not request hearing for Mitho Restaurant and Bar liquor permit (6-0)
• Approved February 9, 2026 meeting minutes as written

City Council

The Fairfield City Council will consider authorizing contracts for Marsh Park trails, electric vehicle charging stations, and economic development assistance for the Whispering Hill housing project. The body will also approve amendments to the 2026 budget.

• Authorize contract for Marsh Park Interior Paved Trails with Loveland Excavating
• Authorize contract for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations with Donnellon McCarthy Enterprises
• Authorize economic development assistance for Whispering Hill housing development
• Approve amendments to 2026 budget with $2,648,000 in appropriations
• Councilmember Debbie Pennington to present sidewalk repair resolution

Council approved a funding and development agreement with Mitchell Development & Construction LLC to provide $1.2 million in economic development assistance for the 68-unit Whispering Hill paired villa housing project on South Gilmore Road. The council also approved contracts for Marsh Park paved trails and electric vehicle charging stations, along with related appropriations. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 4-25 declaring necessity of repairing sidewalks (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M development agreement with Mitchell Development & Construction for Whispering Hill housing (first reading)
• Approved Simple Motion 7-26 to not request a hearing for Palazio Event Venue & Lounge liquor permit (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 14-26: contract with Loveland Excavating for Marsh Park paved trails (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 15-26: contract with Donnellon McCarthy for EV charging stations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 16-26: $2,595,000 contractual appropriations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 17-26: $53,000 non-contractual appropriations (5-0)

City Council

The Fairfield City Council will consider a series of ordinances to adjust employee salaries and establish a paid parental leave policy. The body will also vote on a resolution to repair sidewalks and approve a budget appropriation for speed detection equipment.

• Ordinance to adjust employee salaries and establish paid parental leave
• Resolution to repair sidewalks (including aprons)
• Ordinance to adopt new Section 163.21, Paid Parental Leave
• Ordinance to amend appropriations for speed detection equipment ($12,733)
• Ordinance amending the Zoning Map for Patterson Place Planned Unit Development

City Council approved the Patterson Place Planned Unit Development concept and final plan, adopted ordinances establishing employee salaries and benefits including paid parental leave, and approved a resolution supporting America250-Ohio. All votes were 6-0. The meeting also included an executive session and reports on snow response.

• Approved Patterson Place PUD concept and final plan (Ordinance 8-26, 6-0)
• Approved resolution supporting America250-Ohio (Resolution 3-26, 6-0)
• Approved salary ordinance for FOP union employees with 3.6% and 2.5% raises (Ordinance 9-26, 6-0)
• Approved updated Unclassified Service Pay Plan and added Chief of Staff position (Ordinance 10-26, 6-0)
• Approved raising health club reimbursement cap from $250 to 50% of actual cost (Ordinance 11-26, 6-0)
• Adopted new paid parental leave policy (Ordinance 12-26, 6-0)
• Approved $12,733 appropriation for police speed detection equipment (Ordinance 13-26, 6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2026 meeting

City Council

City Council will vote on several funding appropriations for public works and utilities. The body is also reviewing a development plan for Patterson Place and various liquor permit applications.

• Contractual appropriations totaling $1,376,789 for sidewalk construction, public utilities, and Marsh Park Master Plan Phase 1
• Non-contractual appropriations totaling $327,050 for drainage, landscaping, and water/wastewater equipment
• Revised concept and final development plan for the Patterson Place Planned Unit Development
• Contract with WG Stang LLC for a sidewalk along the east side of Route 4 between Symmes and Corwin
• Liquor permit hearing request for S & JSS International LLC/Smokers Planet at 6600 Dixie Highway

City Council approved a pay raise and incentive payment for the City Manager, along with contracts for the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, a Route 4 sidewalk project, and a $450,000 grant application for road improvements. Council also approved several appointments, liquor permit motions, and budget amendments. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved City Manager employment agreement amendment with pay raise and 2025 incentive (6-0)
• Approved 2-year contract with Fairfield Chamber of Commerce (6-0)
• Approved $450,000 REDD grant application for John Gray Road improvements (6-0)
• Approved sidewalk contract with WG Stang LLC for Route 4 (6-0)
• Approved storm water code amendments prohibiting illicit discharges (6-0)
• Approved 2026 appropriations amendments totaling $1,703,839 (6-0)
• Approved Council assignments and appointments for 2026 (6-0)
• Requested hearing for Smokers Planet liquor permit; declined hearings for Wawa, QuikTrip, Grab N Go (6-0)