Harrison public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Harrison City Council will vote on a resolution to renew a tax levy exceeding the ten-mill limitation and on an ordinance amending appropriations to various city funds. A presentation from the Harrison Fire Department is also scheduled. The meeting will begin with a pledge and invocation, followed by approval of prior minutes and reports from the mayor, law director, and council members.

• Vote on Resolution 12-24 declaring necessity of renewing a tax levy in excess of the ten-mill limitation
• Vote on Ordinance 30-24 amending appropriations to various city funds
• Presentation by the Harrison Fire Department
• Approval of council meeting minutes from December 3, 2024
• Executive session scheduled

City Council denied a resolution to renew a tax levy exceeding the ten-mill limitation (3-4). Council approved an ordinance amending appropriations for various funds, and approved an ordinance appropriating $384,375.75 for the splash pad. Council also approved allowing the fire chief to hire a consultant for the safety service plan, not to exceed $25,000.

• Denied Resolution No. 11-24 to renew tax levy exceeding ten-mill limitation (3-4)
• Approved ordinance amending appropriations to various city funds (all yea)
• Approved agenda item allowing fire chief to hire safety service plan consultant up to $25,000 (all yea)
• Approved Ordinance No. 31-24 appropriating $384,375.75 for splash pad (all yea)

Planning Commission

The Harrison Planning Commission will decide on a record plat approval for Trailhead Section 3 Block D, a zoning and use permit for a design and photography studio at 105 S. Walnut St., and a parcel split plat for Madden Way. No old business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Record Plat Approval for Trailhead, Section 3, Block D
• Zoning and Use Permit Application at 105 S. Walnut St. (Design and Photography Studio)
• Parcel Split Plat Approval for Madden Way

City Council

The City Council will vote on an ordinance for city expenditures for the 2025 calendar year. Members will also consider a resolution to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission state capital or transportation improvement programs.

• Ordinance No. 29-24: Appropriations for expenses from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025
• Resolution No. 11-24: Application for Ohio Public Works Commission State Capital Improvement and/or Local Transportation Improvement Programs
• Discussion on scheduling a work session for Safety Service future planning

Civil Service Commission

The Harrison Civil Service Commission will approve minutes from September 7, discuss the Police Promotional Exam for Detective held today, and review required tests for 2025. Notably, the Entry Level Water/Wastewater Operator Exam scheduled for May and August 2024 had no sign-ups, and the city is still seeking a replacement for retired employee Jim Leslie. The commission also plans future exams for 2025, including Entry Level Service Worker, Police Promotional for Lieutenant, Entry Level Clerk/Receptionist, Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic, and Fire Promotional for Fire Lieutenant.

• Discuss Police Promotional Exam for Detective held today
• Review 2025 testing schedule
• Entry Level Water/Wastewater Operator Exam had no sign-ups; city still seeking replacement for retired Jim Leslie
• Scheduled 2025 exams: Service Worker (May), Police Lieutenant (June), Clerk/Receptionist (Nov), Firefighter/Paramedic (Dec), Fire Lieutenant (Dec)
• Check for expired eligibility lists

City Council

The City Council will vote on Ordinance 28-24, which proposes a 24-month moratorium on most residential development applications and permits. The body will also consider setting a public hearing for zoning map changes on Thomas Lane and State Street.

• Vote on Ordinance 28-24: 24-month moratorium on residential developments of more than two single-family homes or one multi-family unit with up to four units
• Vote to set a public hearing for zoning map changes on Thomas Lane and State Street

Planning Commission

The Harrison Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider several land use applications. The body will review zoning map changes and conditional use permits for sites on West Road and Kilby Road.

• Conditional Use Permit for recycling materials processing and reclamation on West Road
• Conditional Use Permit for outside equipment storage at 9121 Kilby Road
• Zoning Map Changes for Thomas Lane and Harrison Ave.
• Zoning and Use Permit for wine shop and bar expansion at 231 Harrison Ave.
• Record Plat Approvals for Trailhead Section 2 Block A and Section 1 Block B

City Council

The City Council will vote on Ordinance No. 27-24, which amends the amount appropriated to various city funds. The mayor will also swear in two new firefighters, and the American Legion will give a presentation. The meeting includes approval of the October 15, 2024 minutes and reports from the mayor, law director, and council members.

• Vote on Ordinance No. 27-24 amending fund appropriations
• Swearing in of Firefighter Nathan Blank and Firefighter Mason Young
• Presentation from the American Legion
• Approval of council meeting minutes from October 15, 2024

City Council

Council will vote on three ordinances to levy special assessments for nuisance abatement on properties at 411 Park, 96 Flintstone, and 305 N. Hill. They will also vote on a resolution accepting the budget commission's tax levy rates and certifying them to the county auditor. Presentations include the American Legion and a chamber member of the month.

• Vote on Ordinance 23-24 for special assessment at 411 Park for nuisance abatement costs
• Vote on Ordinance 24-24 for special assessment at 96 Flintstone for nuisance abatement costs
• Vote on Ordinance 25-24 for special assessment at 305 N. Hill for nuisance abatement costs
• Vote on resolution to accept tax levy rates determined by budget commission and certify to county auditor

Planning Commission

The Harrison Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss a conditional use permit for concrete recycling and reclamation on Madden Way, a zoning and use permit for a proposed comic shop at 211 Harrison Ave., and a record plat approval for a lot split in Trailhead, Section 1.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit for concrete recycling and reclamation on Madden Way
• Zoning and use permit application for a proposed comic shop at 211 Harrison Ave.
• Record plat approval for a lot split in Trailhead, Section 1
• Visitor presentations by Andrew Satterfield (211 Harrison Ave.), Doug Piepmeier (Trailhead), and Joe Madden (Oakley Ventures II, LLC)

City Council

The Harrison City Council will meet to consider Ordinance No. 22-24. This ordinance concerns a lease purchase agreement for a 2027 fire pumper truck for the City of Harrison Fire Department.

• Vote on Ordinance No. 22-24: lease purchase agreement for a 2027 fire pumper truck

City Council

The city council will consider a liquor license for KMS Drive Thru at 204 N. State St., hear a presentation on the 2025 Dair Avenue repaving project, and recognize a fire department promotion. Routine items include approval of prior minutes and reports from the mayor, law director, and council members.

• Hearing/no hearing for a liquor license for KMS Drive Thru, 204 N. State St.
• Sheryl Stevens to discuss the 2025 Dair Avenue repaving project
• Harrison Fire Department promotion recognition
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 3, 2024
• Presentation from the American Legion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider zoning and use permit applications for three different businesses. All three proposed locations are situated on Harrison Ave.

• Zoning and Use Permit Application for a proposed plant shop at 126 Harrison Ave.
• Zoning and Use Permit Application for a proposed women’s apparel and accessories shop at 217 Harrison Ave.
• Zoning and Use Permit Application for McGoron Insurance Agency at 500 Harrison Ave.

Civil Service Commission

The Commission discussed the results of a police sergeant exam and upcoming tests for fire inspectors and police detectives. The body also noted that no candidates signed up for the entry-level water/wastewater operator exams.

• Police Promotional Exam for Sergeant held September 7, 2024
• Fire Inspector Exam scheduled for October 19, 2024
• Police Promotional Exam for Detective scheduled for November 23, 2024
• Entry Level Water/Wastewater Operator Exams (May 11 and August 10, 2024) had no applicants

City Council

This meeting includes votes on two ordinances: one to vacate a portion of the alley between 208 and 210 E. Broadway, and another to amend appropriations to various city funds. Council will also receive a presentation from the American Legion and discuss reports. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Vote on Ordinance 18-24: vacation of a portion of alley between 208 E. Broadway and 210 E. Broadway
• Vote on Ordinance 19-24: amending appropriations to various city funds
• Presentation from the American Legion
• Executive session for personnel matters (ORC 121.22 Section G(1))

Council approved two ordinances: vacating a portion of the alley between 208 and 210 E. Broadway (Ordinance No. 18-24) and amending appropriations to various city funds (Ordinance No. 19-24), both unanimously. Council also discussed extending DORA district hours to 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 2 a.m. Friday-Saturday, and agreed to consider hiring a headhunter for the Utilities Director search. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved alley vacation ordinance No. 18-24 (all yea)
• Approved fund appropriation amendment ordinance No. 19-24 (all yea)
• Discussed extending DORA district hours (no formal vote)
• Discussed hiring a headhunter for Utilities Director search (no formal vote)

City Council

The Harrison City Council will vote on a collective bargaining agreement for professional firefighters and an ordinance to accept street plats for the Whitewater Trails Subdivision. The meeting also includes a presentation by the American Legion.

• Ordinance No. 16-24: Dedicate for Public Use and Accept Street Plats for Whitewater Trails Subdivision
• Ordinance No. 17-24: Collective Bargaining Agreement with Harrison Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3204

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing zoning and use permit applications for two businesses at 104 Harrison Ave. The body will also consider a parcel split on Carolina Trace Road and a development permit presentation for Cornerbrook Road.

• Zoning and Use Permit Application: 104 Harrison Ave. – 1860 Taproom Expansion
• Zoning and Use Permit Application: 104 Harrison Ave. – Aberson’s Kitchen Sublease
• Parcel Split Tract 1 and 2: Carolina Trace Road
• Development Permit Presentation: Cornerbrook Road – Paradigm Construction

City Council

The City Council will consider setting a hearing for a liquor license application from The Creek Wine Shop and Bar. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes and routine reports from the mayor, law director, and council members.

• Set a hearing or no hearing for a liquor license for The Creek Wine Shop and Bar

Civil Service Commission

The Harrison Civil Service Commission will discuss the results of the entry-level police officer exam held today and review scheduling for upcoming exams, including water/wastewater operator, police sergeant, fire inspector, and detective promotional exams. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discuss results of Entry Level Police Officer Exam held today
• Discuss Entry Level Water/Wastewater Operator Exam scheduled for 10-Aug-24
• Discuss Police Promotional Exam for Sergeant scheduled for 7-Sept-24
• Discuss Fire Inspector Exam scheduled for 19-Oct-24
• Discuss Police Promotional Exam for Detective scheduled for 23-Nov-24

City Council

The Harrison City Council will meet to conduct a business session and review meeting minutes. The primary action item is determining whether to set a hearing for a liquor license application. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Liquor license application for Back’s Deli and Drive Thru

Planning Commission

The Harrison Planning Commission will consider zoning and use permit applications for 138 and 133 Harrison Ave. The commission will also review a development permit application for a dental office building on Dry Fork Road.

• Zoning and Use Permit Application: 138 Harrison Ave. – Enchanted Novelties
• Zoning and Use Permit Application: 133 Harrison Ave. – Tattoo Studio
• Development Permit Application: Dry Fork Road – Dental Office Building

City Council

The City Council will vote on an ordinance to amend funds appropriated to various city funds. The council also plans to approve a master agreement with United Steelworkers-USW #1858.

• Vote on Ordinance No. 14-24 amending fund appropriations
• Vote to approve Master Agreement with United Steelworkers-USW #1858
• Swearing in of council member Patty Van Cleve
• Donation from American Legion Post 199

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Harrison Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two new business items. The board will review a variance request for off-site signage at 200 Biggs Blvd and a request to allow a four-foot iron fence in an R-4 district.

• Case #1199: Variance request for Jersey Mike’s signage at 200 Biggs Blvd
• Case #1212: Request to allow a four-foot high iron fence in an R-4 district

City Council

The Harrison City Council will vote on an enterprise zone agreement with Coating Systems, Inc. and a natural gas aggregation agreement with Energy Alliance, Inc. The council will also set a public hearing for the annual tax budget.

• Vote on Enterprise Zone Agreement with Coating Systems, Inc. (Resolution No. 7-24)
• Vote on Natural Gas Aggregation Agreement with Energy Alliance, Inc. (Resolution No. 8-24)
• Set public hearing for the Annual Tax Budget for July 2, 2024

Planning Commission

The Harrison Planning Commission will meet on June 11, 2024, to consider new business items. The agenda includes a parcel split application for Trailhead Development and two zoning and use permit applications.

• Parcel Split Application for Trailhead Development
• Zoning and Use Permit Application for 231 Harrison Ave. (Wild Mane Salon)
• Zoning and Use Permit Application for 400 Harrison Ave. (Queen City Revolt)

City Council

The Harrison City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances at its June 4 meeting. Key actions include applying for Metro Transit Infrastructure Fund Program(s) approval, approving an Enterprise Zone Abatement for Coating Systems, and revising local rules regarding adult cannabis operations. The council will also adjust Chapter 1173 to move fee schedules to an appendix and finalize regulations for marijuana businesses.

• Resolution No. 6-24: Authorize application for Metro Transit Infrastructure Fund Program(s) and related contracts
• Resolution No. 7-24: Approve Enterprise Zone Abatement for Coating Systems
• Ordinance No. 10-24: Repeal portions of the moratorium on adult cannabis operations
• Chapter 1173 revisions: Move fee schedule to an appendix and add marijuana business regulations

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one new business case. The board is considering a request for a zoning variance regarding a sign installation.

• Case #1175: Request for an 86.27 square foot ground sign with an electronic message display at 3160 Kemper Dr.

City Council

The Harrison City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a vote regarding the removal of Council Member Michael Mains from the council.

• Vote to remove Council Member Michael Mains from Harrison City Council

City Council

City Council will vote on ordinances to limit adult use cannabis operators to one entity and designate two specific dispensary locations. The body will also consider a resolution to authorize a Cannabis Operator Agreement with Nectar Markets of Ohio, LLC.

• Ordinance No. 8-24: Limit adult use cannabis operators to one
• Ordinance No. 9-24: Permit adult use dispensaries at two designated locations
• Resolution No. 4-24: Cannabis Operator Agreement with Nectar Markets of Ohio, LLC
• Vote to set June 4, 2024, public hearing for changes to Chapter 1173 Zoning Regulations
• Discussion regarding removal of a member of Council

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting to discuss changes to Section 1173 of the Harrison Zoning Regulations. The body is considering updates to the fee schedule and the addition of language to regulate marijuana businesses.

• Public hearing on changes to Zoning Regulations Section 1173
• Proposed updates to Fee Schedule Appendix Section 1173
• Proposed language to regulate marijuana businesses in the City of Harrison

City Council

Harrison City Council will vote on a resolution to remove a member of council. The body will also consider a zoning change and a liquor license transfer.

• Vote on zoning amendment to change B (Business) to M-1 (Manufacturing) at 9121 Kilby Road
• Vote on Resolution No. 3-24 to remove a member of council
• Decision on hearing for liquor license transfer from Heist & Co. to Coffee Peddlar

City Council

City Council will vote on a resolution to renew a tax levy and an ordinance to update codified ordinances. The body will also set a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 9121 Kilby Road.

• Resolution No. 2-24: Renewing a tax levied in excess of the Ten-Mill Limitation
• Ordinance No. 7-24: Adopting current replacement pages for Codified Ordinances
• Public hearing for May 7, 2024: Zoning change from B (Business) to M-1 (Manufacturing) at 9121 Kilby Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning amendment for 9121 Kilby Rd. The body will also review zoning and use permit approvals for two businesses on Harrison Ave.

• Zoning amendment recommendation for 9121 Kilby Road from B (Business) to M-1 (Manufacturing)
• Zoning and Use Permit approval for West Haven Collections at 121 Harrison Ave.
• Zoning and Use Permit approval for The Creek Wine Shop and Bar at 231 Harrison Ave.

City Council

This is a largely procedural meeting. Council will approve prior meeting minutes, receive a donation presentation from American Legion Post 199, and hear an update from Dale Maris on the Convention of States. No substantive legislation, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approve Council Meeting Minutes and Executive Session Summary – March 20, 2024
• Donation Presentation – American Legion Post 199
• Update on Convention of States by Dale Maris

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a single zoning variance request. The applicant is seeking permission to build an accessory building larger than the size allowed by city ordinance.

• Case #1071: Variance request for accessory building at 402 Elaine Dr.

City Council

The Harrison City Council will meet to vote on a right of way dedication plat on Edgewood Road. The meeting includes a presentation for American Legion Post 199 and an executive session regarding economic development assistance.

• Vote on Approval of a Right of Way Dedication Plat on Edgewood Road
• Executive session regarding economic development assistance and marketing plans

Planning Commission

The Harrison Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding a dedication plat. The session includes a visit from Doug Piepmeier of Abercrombie and Associates.

• Dedication Plat Approval for Edgewood Road

City Council

The Harrison City Council will vote on an ordinance amending the amount appropriated to various city funds. The agenda also includes presentations from the American Legion, a recreation improvement project, and an upcoming job fair.

• Vote on Ordinance No. 5-24 amending appropriations to various city funds
• Donation presentation from American Legion Post 199
• Recreation Improvement Committee project to improve Community Center grounds
• Harrison Job Fair on March 14, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a single zoning request. The board is considering whether to allow a fence that exceeds standard R-3 zoning district rules.

• Case #1033: Request for a six-foot high privacy fence up to the right of way within the front yard setback at 165 County View Dr.

City Council

The Harrison City Council will vote on a resolution approving a Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) tax abatement for Madden Way and a zone change from R-0 to R-1 with a PUD overlay for the Oakland Hills Development. They will also set a hearing for Tucos Taqueria & Cantina and hear a report on sidewalk land use affecting Falcon Trace Condo Association. The agenda includes routine approvals and an executive session on economic development.

• Vote on Madden Way CRA abatement resolution
• Zone change from R-0 to R-1 with PUD overlay for Oakland Hills Development
• Set hearing for Tucos Taqueria & Cantina
• Report on sidewalk land use on West Road affecting Falcon Trace Condo Association
• Fire Department promotion and full-time employee recognition

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and meeting to consider conditional use approval for a smoke shop. The body will also review zoning and use approval for a business on Harrison Ave.

• Conditional Use Approval for VIP Smoke Shop at 10554 Harrison Ave.
• Zoning and Use Approval for The Lilac Moose at 130 Harrison Ave.
• Discussion with Gail Chuck of the Harrison Tree Board regarding interaction with Planning Commission and Economic Development

City Council

City Council will vote on Ordinance No. 3-24 to amend fund appropriations. The body will also consider changing the March 19 meeting date due to the Primary Election. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development assistance.

• Vote on Ordinance No. 3-24 regarding fund appropriations
• Designation of Clerk of Council Shari Myers for Public Records Training
• Discussion on rescheduling the March 19, 2024 meeting
• Discussion regarding sidewalk land on West Road and Falcon Trace Condo Association

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to conduct an organizational meeting and review one zoning request. The board will determine if a privacy fence may be installed in a restricted area.

• Case #1411: Request for a six-foot high privacy fence within the right of way and front yard setback at 9703 Carolina Trace

City Council

The Harrison City Council will hold a work session and public hearing on the Oakland Hills Development zone change before the regular meeting. At the regular meeting, they will vote on the zone change, a conditional use for a microbrewery, and an ordinance imposing a nine-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis operators. The agenda also includes donations from Papa John's and Cronin Ford/Kia, and a resident's request to increase income tax.

• Zone change from R-0 to R-1 with PUD Overlay for Oakland Hills Development
• Conditional Use for microbrewery at 108 Harrison Avenue
• Ordinance No. 2-24: Nine-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis operators
• Papa John's donation of $1,500.00
• Cronin Ford/Kia donation of $940.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use request for a brewpub and taproom. The body will also review a record plat approval for Trailhead Section 1, Block B.

• Conditional Use Approval for Fretboard Brewing Company, LLC at 108 Harrison Ave.
• Record Plat Approval for Trailhead Section 1, Block B

City Council

The Harrison City Council is holding its first meeting of 2024, including the swearing-in of elected officials and the Clerk of Council. The council will also elect a Vice-Mayor, approve committee and board assignments, and vote on an ordinance amending the city's appropriations for various funds. Donations from the American Legion and Bapa Hotel (Super 8) to local organizations are on the agenda.

• Swearing in of Mayor Ryan Grubbs, Council Members Jean Wilson, Ryan Samuels, Anthony Egner, Doug Abrams, and Clerk Shari Myers
• American Legion donation to Veterans and Athletes United Fallen Heroes Memorial
• Bapa Hotel (Super 8) donations: $1,500 to Police Department, $1,500 to Fire Department
• Vote on ordinance amending appropriations to various city funds (Ordinance No. ____-24)
• Election of 2024 Vice-Mayor and approval of committee and board assignments