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Lima public meetings in 2022

39 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 19, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council to vote on stormwater rate, 2023 budget, and police contract with Flock Safety

This is a regular meeting with multiple ordinances on second reading and new legislation. Key items include setting a stormwater utility base rate, approving the 2023 temporary appropriations, and authorizing a contract with Flock Safety for the Police Department. Several other contracts and budget amendments are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Lima City Council approves various city contracts and 2023 preliminary budget

Council approved several first-reading ordinances for city contracts, budget amendments, and the 2023 preliminary appropriations. A one-time discretionary bonus for pandemic essential workers and a public arts grant application passed on second reading. A contract with Re-Deck of Northwest Ohio, LLC was placed on second reading for further review.

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Wed Dec 14, 2022

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

Board of Adjustment to consider use variance on Baxter & Haller St.

The Lima Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a use variance for a property at Baxter St. and Haller St. (parcel 36-2512-05-016.000). The agenda also includes roll call, approval of previous meeting minutes, and any matters previously considered but not disposed of. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves use variance for fiber-optic communications hut

The Board of Adjustments approved a use variance for Metro Fibernet to construct an unmanned fiber-optic communications hut at the southeast corner of Baxter Street and Haller Street. The project allows a utility structure in a Residential II zone to provide internet and broadband services.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council to vote on COVID bonus, contracts, and CRA tax exemption

Lima City Council will consider ordinances authorizing a one-time discretionary bonus for essential city workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, multiple contracts for equipment and services, and a CRA tax exemption agreement for Booker Real Estate Holdings at 140 E. Spring Street. The agenda also includes public hearing and privilege of the floor items.

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✓ Decided: Lima City Council approves multiple utility and public works contracts

City Council passed several ordinances on first reading to authorize contracts for utility equipment, waste removal, and police cruisers. The council also approved a CRA tax exemption for Booker Real Estate Holdings, LLC and amended the 2022 annual budget.

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Mon Nov 21, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council to vote on 6-month moratorium for small residential structures

Lima City Council will consider a six-month moratorium on processing applications for city services for residential structures of 1,000 square feet or less. The agenda includes multiple ordinances for contracts, purchases, and grant applications, as well as a public hearing and privilege of the floor.

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✓ Decided: Lima City Council approves multiple utility and infrastructure contracts

City Council passed first readings for several ordinances related to water treatment plant upgrades, residential demolitions, and staffing contracts. The council also established a six-month moratorium on city services for certain small residential structures.

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Mon Nov 7, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council to vote on COVID-19 bonus for essential city workers

Lima City Council will consider ordinances including a one-time discretionary bonus for city workers who performed essential work during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, a contract with Motorola Solutions for police console equipment, and a tax abatement for CDC Real Estate Holding LLC at 201 S. Central Avenue. The meeting also includes a public hearing on income tax language and a liquor permit application for Beer Barrel, Inc.

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✓ Decided: Lima City Council approves multiple first-reading ordinances and budget amendment

Council passed several first-reading ordinances including a 2022 budget amendment, a new Tax Incentive Review Council, and various equipment and fuel contracts. A resolution requiring property owners to construct designated sidewalks was adopted. An ordinance regarding COVID-19 essential worker bonuses was tabled.

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Mon Oct 24, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council to vote on smoke/vape ban in parks, alley vacation, and multiple contracts

Lima City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating two alleys between S. Jameson Avenue and S. Charles Street, then consider ordinances including a third reading to ban smoking and vaping in city parks, contracts with Rea & Associates and Matrix Pointe Software, and purchases like a dump truck for the Utilities Department. Several items involve amending authorized employment positions and the citywide wayfinding sign program.

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✓ Decided: Council defeats smoke-free parks ordinance 8-0

Lima City Council voted 8-0 to defeat a proposed ordinance that would have banned smoking and vaping in all city-owned parks and outdoor recreational facilities. The council also passed several other ordinances on first reading, including contracts for auditing services, software, a dump truck, and a wayfinding sign program. A public hearing on vacating two alleys was held with no public comment.

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Mon Oct 10, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council considers budget amendments and multiple community contracts

City Council is reviewing an ordinance to amend the 2022 annual budget and a proposal to make city parks smoke and vape-free. The body is also considering several contracts for housing maintenance, youth programs, and fair housing services.

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✓ Decided: Council defeats portable storage unit ordinance, passes replacement

Lima City Council voted 7-0 to defeat Ordinance 191-22, which would have regulated portable on-demand storage units, on its third reading. Council then passed a replacement ordinance, 224-22, on first reading by a 7-0 vote. Council also approved numerous contracts for housing, youth programs, and other services, and adopted resolutions honoring two deceased citizens.

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Mon Sep 26, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council considers Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including the adoption of the Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan and budget amendments. The body is also considering contracts for police body armor and wastewater treatment equipment.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 8 ordinances on first reading, including budget and Vision 2040 plan

Lima City Council approved eight ordinances on first reading, including the 2022 budget amendment, Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and contracts for police body armor, utility equipment, and bridge inspection. The council also advanced a tobacco-free parks ordinance to second reading and referred it to committee. A resolution honoring the late Billie S. Harnishfeger was adopted unanimously.

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Fri Sep 23, 2022

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

Traffic Commission to review parking, signage, and fatal crash data

The Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss specific parking and signage requests. The body will also review data regarding fatal crashes within the City of Lima.

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✓ Decided: Traffic Commission approves parking and truck signage changes

The Lima Traffic Commission approved three items: Ian Kohli as temporary chairman, minutes from January 2020, a 60-minute parking zone on the south side of 2nd Street at St. Johns Avenue, and a 'No Truck' sign along Northwest Alley from W. Pennsylvania Avenue to W. Wayne Street. A review of a fatal crash report was discussed with no recommendation from LACRPC.

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Mon Sep 12, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses budget amendments and utility contracts

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including a proposed permit for temporary storage of PODS on residential property. The agenda includes various ordinances regarding water treatment, grant fund acceptance, and alley vacations.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 15 ordinances on first reading, delays storage-unit rules

Lima City Council approved 15 ordinances on first reading, including budget amendments, utility contracts, and a grant for the Schoonover Observatory. A proposed ordinance regulating portable on-demand storage units (PODS) was placed on second reading after a resident raised concerns. Council also received an Auditor of State Award with Distinction and heard public comments on stray cats, housing demolition, and the proposed swimming pool.

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Mon Aug 22, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses housing plans, alley vacations, and budget amendments

The City Council will consider several legislative items including a T-Mobile Hometown Grant application and various equipment disposal contracts. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding the Citizen Participation Plan for HUD grants and two alley vacation requests.

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✓ Decided: Council approves multiple contracts, tax exemptions, and alley vacations

Lima City Council passed 11 ordinances on first reading, including contracts for computer disposal, police equipment, alley vacations, a CRA tax exemption, and budget amendments. A resolution honoring the late Bob Schulte was adopted. The electricity aggregation program ordinance was tabled indefinitely.

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Mon Aug 8, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses rezoning and municipal contracts

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a residential rezoning request for 1007 E. Eureka Street. The agenda also includes various legislative actions regarding public works, fire department equipment, and law enforcement funding.

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✓ Decided: Council passes first reading of 11 ordinances, including zoning changes and contracts

Lima City Council held public hearings and passed the first reading of 11 ordinances, all by 6-0 votes. These include rezoning 1007 E. Eureka Street, amending special permit uses, purchasing a fire pumper, establishing a Chief of Staff salary, adopting a citizen participation plan, authorizing demolition bids, contracting for carbon exchange, amending an engineering contract, entering an ODOT agreement, funding a crime task force, and applying for a drug prevention grant. Council also referred a complaint about the Hope & Nova Apartment Complex and Republic Garbage Company to committee and approved absences for two councilors.

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Mon Jul 25, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council to consider 2022 budget amendment and various city contracts

The City Council is meeting to vote on ordinances regarding the 2022 annual budget and several utility and excavation contracts. The body will also discuss the Lima Comprehensive Plan and electric aggregation.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 10 ordinances on first reading, all 8-0

Lima City Council passed ten ordinances on first reading, all by 8-0 votes, covering contract amendments, a new utility contract, the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, a federal grant application, and a budget amendment. The council also received and filed multiple communications and approved a petition for alley vacation. No items were denied or tabled.

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Thu Jul 21, 2022

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

Board hears two demolition order appeals for Lima properties

The Board of Building Appeals will hold hearings on two appeals of demolition orders issued by the City of Lima Building Commissioner. The first appeal concerns properties at 500-514 Nova Street, and the second concerns a property at 212 S. McDonel Street. The board will allow appellants and affected parties to present arguments.

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✓ Decided: Board upholds demolition order for 212 S. McDonel St.

The Board of Building Appeals upheld a demolition order for 212 South McDonel Street, rejecting an appeal for a continuance. It also stayed a demolition order for 500-514 Nova Street until January 19, 2023, to allow more time for repairs. Both decisions were unanimous.

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Mon Jul 11, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses 2023 tax budget and sidewalk reconstruction

The City Council is reviewing the 2023 Tax Budget for the City of Lima. The agenda also includes legislation to advertise for bids for a combined sidewalk construction project and an award from the State of Ohio Law Enforcement Body Armor Program.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 2023 tax budget and 2022 budget amendment on first reading

Lima City Council held a public hearing on the 2023 tax budget and CDBG/HOME funds, with no public comment on the tax budget. The CDBG allocations were referred to the Economic and Community Development Committee for further discussion. Council passed five ordinances on first reading, including the 2023 tax budget, a 2022 budget amendment, and a sidewalk construction authorization, all by 7-0 votes.

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Wed Jun 29, 2022

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

Planning Commission to review Vision 2040 regional plan

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider the Vision 2040 plan from the Lima/Allen County Regional Planning Commission. The agenda includes roll call, approval of previous meeting minutes, and this new item for consideration. No other substantive business is listed.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses street resurfacing, utility upgrades, and zoning changes

The City Council is reviewing several contracts including street resurfacing by Shelly Company and a new fluoride storage tank at the Water Treatment Plant. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding 2022-2023 CDBG/HOME fund allocations and a rezoning petition for 1007 E. Eureka Street.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

Board to consider fence height variance at 71 Town Square

The Lima Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a fence height variance request for the property at 71 Town Square. The board will also review minutes from its previous meeting and address any unfinished business.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council to consider rezoning for 24-unit apartment complex

City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for an apartment complex and an alley vacation. The body is also considering several contracts, budget amendments, and the recognition of Juneteenth as a city holiday.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

Lima Planning Commission to consider alley vacations and re-zoning

The City Planning Commission will meet on June 8, 2022, to review several land use cases. The agenda includes requests for alley vacations and a zoning text amendment.

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Mon May 23, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council considers multiple public works and utility contracts

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances to authorize contracts for engineering, architectural services, and utility equipment. The body is also considering salary establishments for three city positions and a resolution of appreciation for Municipal Clerk of Court Jim Link.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts sidewalk necessity resolution and multiple contracts

The Lima City Council adopted a resolution declaring the necessity of constructing certain sidewalks and passed several ordinances on first reading, including contracts for engineering services, water meters, and wastewater plant improvements. The council also referred a memorandum of understanding for the aquatic center to committee and received updates on the Lima Better Together Plan and police quality-of-life enforcement.

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Wed May 11, 2022

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

Lima Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for May 11, 2022

The Board of Adjustment will review minutes from the March 23, 2022, meeting and address outstanding matters regarding a zoning variance at 954 Crestwood Ave. The agenda also includes consideration of a special permit for the 300 block of E. Market St.

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✓ Decided: Board approves special use permit for 125-ft cell tower on E. Market St.

The Board of Adjustments approved a special use permit for City Switch to install a 125-foot monopole communication tower with a 10-foot lightning rod on CSX property in the 300 block of E. Market St., including antennas for CSX and Dish Wireless. The approval was conditional on compliance with all building codes and staff permit approval. The board also tabled a request to modify, affirm, or clarify a prior fence variance at 954 Crestwood Dr., deferring action to a future meeting.

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Mon May 9, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses budget amendments and vehicle purchases

The Lima City Council met to review various legislative items including budget amendments and equipment purchases. The session included discussions regarding public safety, property tax reform, and community beautification projects.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 7 ordinances on first reading, including budget amendment

Lima City Council passed seven ordinances on first reading, all by 8-0 votes except one with an abstention. These included authorizing purchases of a catch basin truck, utility vehicles, a slope mower, a contract with Crime Victim Services, and a 2022 budget amendment. Council also approved the consent calendar and received reports from the Civil Service Board and committees.

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Wed Apr 27, 2022

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

Planning Commission to consider alley vacation at Main and Elizabeth

The City Planning Commission will meet on April 27, 2022, to review new items for consideration. The primary agenda item involves a request by MSB Investments Lima, LLC regarding the Main & Elizabeth Alley Vacation.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves alley vacation with conditions

The Lima City Planning Commission approved a request to vacate an alley between N. Main St. and N. Elizabeth St., north of Haller St., with the condition that a shared use driveway agreement be in place for neighbors on the west side. The petitioner, MSB Investments Lima LLC, was not present, and staff reported no objections from adjacent property owners. The motion carried 3-0.

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Mon Apr 25, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council considers property purchase on North Elizabeth Street

The City Council is meeting to decide on several contracts, including a property purchase on North Elizabeth Street and an agreement with Motorola Solutions. The body is also discussing budget amendments and zoning petitions.

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✓ Decided: Lima Council passes 7 ordinances on first reading, including property purchase and Motorola contract

The Lima City Council passed seven ordinances on first reading, all by 7-0 votes, including authorizing the purchase of property on North Elizabeth Street, a contract with Motorola Solutions, an amended 2022 budget, a contract amendment with Cotterman Roofing, utility department employment changes, acceptance of a gift from All Phase Electric, and confirming Jamie Dixon to the Lima Community Improvement Corporation. The council also received petitions for rezoning and alley vacation, setting public hearings for June 13, 2022. No substantive decisions were made on the pickleball court request or the Monfort complaint, which were discussed but not acted upon.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

Lima Board of Building Appeals to hear nine property appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will hold hearings regarding several appeals of adjudication and demolition orders. These cases involve various properties in Lima, including multiple addresses on Superior Court.

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✓ Decided: Board upholds demolition orders for 8 Superior Court buildings

The Board of Building Appeals heard nine appeals on April 21, 2022. It granted a variance for a structure at 101 South Dale Drive, allowing the project to proceed despite a foundation not being below the frost line. The board upheld emergency demolition orders for eight properties on Superior Court, with votes of 4-1 for 35 and 33 Superior Court and unanimous votes for the others.

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motion to uphold the demolition order for the structure known as 35 Superior Court, which was seconded by Linda Chartrand. The motion carried 4-1 as follows:
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motion to uphold the demolition order for the structure known as 33 Superior Court, which was seconded by Linda Chartrand. The motion carried 4-1 as follows:
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Mon Apr 11, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

City Council to consider rezoning and alley vacation

Lima City Council is holding public hearings to rezone 11 parcels at Reservoir Road and Collins Avenue from residential to business and to vacate a partial alley off the 1300 block of Brice Avenue. The body is also considering several contracts for city utilities, property maintenance, and road salt.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning 11 parcels to Class I Business (8-0)

Lima City Council held public hearings on an alley vacation and a zoning change, then passed all ordinances on first reading. The zoning change reclassifies 11 parcels at Reservoir Road and Collins Avenue from Class I Residential to Class I Business. The alley vacation for the 1300 block of Brice Avenue was also approved. All votes were 8-0.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

Planning Commission to consider rezoning and alley vacations

The City Planning Commission will review several land use items, including a rezoning request for Calumet and Eureka and alley vacations for Dewey and Perry Alley and Lima Stadium. The meeting also includes consideration of minutes from the February 23, 2022, meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves alley vacation, rezoning, and ROW dedication

The Lima City Planning Commission approved four requests: an alley vacation for North Park Community Church, a rezoning for a 24-unit apartment complex, an alley vacation for the City of Lima Public Works, and a right-of-way dedication along E. Market St. All motions passed 4-0. The commission also approved a list of appointees and alternates to the commission, with one abstention.

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Mon Mar 28, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council considers tax abatement for 702-720 North Baxter Street

Lima City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a tax abatement for the rehabilitation of 702-720 North Baxter Street and the purchase of three police cruisers. The body is also discussing contracts for water treatment plant SCADA upgrades and sidewalk projects.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 9 ordinances on first reading, all 6-0

Lima City Council passed nine ordinances on first reading, all by 6-0 votes, covering budget amendments, agreements with Apollo Career Center and ODOT, appointments, equipment sales, a tax exemption, police cruiser purchase, and water treatment SCADA upgrades. The council also adopted a resolution honoring Howard Elstro for 32 years of service. All actions were routine and approved without opposition.

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Wed Mar 23, 2022

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

Board to consider special use permit and parking variance

The Lima Board of Adjustment will hold a meeting to consider two new items: a special use permit for the 500 block of W. Kildare Ave. and an off-street parking variance for 426 N. Jameson Ave. The board will also review minutes from its December 8, 2021 meeting. No other substantive matters are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board tables Kildare Ave triplex special use permit, approves Jameson Ave parking variance

The Board of Adjustments tabled a special use permit request for two triplexes on the 500 block of W. Kildare Ave. due to concerns about parking and lack of detailed plans. The board approved an off-street parking variance for a duplex at 426 Jameson Ave, with conditions for a drainage plan.

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Mon Mar 14, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council to hold public hearings on zoning and street vacation

The City Council is meeting to discuss several ordinances, including a six-month moratorium on Land Bank applications and the adoption of a Storm Water Program Management Plan. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the vacation of streets and alleys and the definition of 'bar' within the Zoning Code.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 17 ordinances on first reading, including 6-month land bank moratorium

Lima City Council held public hearings and passed 17 ordinances on first reading, all by 8-0 votes. These included a six-month moratorium on land bank applications, amendments to zoning and street vacation codes, a stormwater management plan, and several contracts. Council also referred the process of selecting a new Police Chief to the Safety Services Committee by a 6-2 vote.

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Mon Feb 28, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council discusses budget, infrastructure projects, and zoning petitions

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including the 2022 city budget and various service contracts. Discussion includes a $1.5 million loan request for stormwater projects and multiple rezoning petitions.

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✓ Decided: Lima City Council passes 2022 budget and 20+ ordinances on first reading

The Lima City Council passed the 2022 city budget and more than 20 ordinances on first reading, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The council also referred Mayor Sharetta Smith's 'Better Together' plan action items to committee, including proposed new departments and positions. Two public hearings were scheduled for April 11, 2022, regarding a partial alley vacation off Brice Avenue and a rezoning at Reservoir Road and Collins Avenue.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

Lima Planning Commission to consider re-zoning and alley vacation

The City Planning Commission will meet on February 23, 2022, to review previous meeting minutes and address outstanding cases. The agenda includes a re-zoning request for Reservoir R. and Collins Ave. and an alley vacation on Brice Ave.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves rezoning of 11 parcels on Collins Ave to B1

The Lima City Planning Commission voted 4-0 to approve rezoning eleven parcels north of Reservoir Rd along Collins Ave from R-1 to B1, forwarding it to City Council. They also approved vacating part of an alley between Brice Ave and Allentown Rd, with a condition for utility easement. Both decisions were made at the February 23, 2022 meeting.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

Lima Planning Commission to consider re-zoning and alley vacation

The Planning Commission will meet on February 23, 2022, to review minutes from the January 26 meeting and address outstanding cases. The agenda includes a re-zoning request for Reservoir R. and Collins Ave. and a request for an alley vacation on Brice Ave.

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✓ Decided: Lima Planning Commission approves rezoning and alley vacation

The Lima City Planning Commission approved a rezoning of eleven parcels north of Reservoir Rd along Collins Ave from R-1 to B1, forwarding it to City Council. They also approved vacating the north part of a north-south alley between the 1300 blocks of Brice Ave and Allentown Rd, with a condition for utility easement. Both motions carried 4-0.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

✓ Decided: Council passes 17 ordinances on first reading, all 8-0

The Lima City Council held a regular session on February 7, 2022, and passed 17 ordinances on first reading, all by unanimous 8-0 votes. These ordinances authorize contracts with various vendors, including US Ignite, OVIVO USA, ACI Construction, and several HR-related services, as well as amendments to existing contracts and a special assessment levy. A public hearing for the rezoning of 1122-1138 Bellefontaine Ave. was held with no public comment. The council also adopted a resolution honoring the late Aaron Molaski and received and filed multiple communications and petitions.

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Wed Jan 26, 2022

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

Planning Commission to consider alley vacation for North Point Community Church

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider one new item: a request to vacate the Dewey and Perry alley, submitted by North Point Community Church. The commission will also review minutes from its December 8, 2022 meeting. No other substantive matters are listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission delays church alley vacation vote

The Lima City Planning Commission voted to postpone a decision on North Park Community Church's request to vacate an alley between S. Dewey Ave and S. Perry St. The delay allows Allen County Metropolitan Housing, an adjacent property owner, time to formally respond. The commission will revisit the matter at a future meeting.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council considers multiple city contracts and property maintenance fees

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances to authorize contracts for engineering, legal, and utility services. The body is also discussing the levying of special assessments for property maintenance code charges.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $5,000 fee for repeat property maintenance list

Council authorized legislation to add a $5,000 administration fee for properties on the Specified Parcel list for a fourth consecutive year, and referred the list to committee for further review. All 13 ordinances on first reading were approved unanimously, including contracts for engineering, legal, and school resource officer services. The meeting also included reports on the 2021 Property Maintenance Program and several committee referrals.

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Thu Jan 20, 2022

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

Board hears four appeals of demolition orders for Lima properties

The Lima Board of Building Appeals will hold hearings on four appeals of demolition orders issued by the Building Commissioner. The properties are at 500-514 Nova Street, 734 East 3rd Street, 201 East Third Street, and 39 Superior Court. Each hearing is scheduled for January 20, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. in the First Floor Council Chambers.

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✓ Decided: Board upholds demolition orders for four Lima properties

The Board of Building Appeals unanimously upheld demolition orders for 734 East Third Street, 39 Superior Court, 201 East Third Street, and 466-468 South Central Avenue. It also stayed demolition for 500-514 Nova Street until July 21, 2022, to allow the owner to complete repairs. All decisions were unanimous.

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Mon Jan 3, 2022

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council appoints Carla A. Thompson as 3rd Ward Councilor

The City Council is meeting to appoint a 3rd Ward Councilor and discuss several departmental requests. The body is considering ordinances regarding Public Works employment positions and a contract with JP Management.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Carla A. Thompson as 3rd Ward Councilor (6-1)

The council appointed Carla A. Thompson as 3rd Ward Councilor on first reading by a 6-1 vote, with Thompson abstaining. Councilor Neeper opposed, citing a lack of an interview process. The council also passed first readings on ordinances amending Public Works employment positions and authorizing a contract with JP Management, both by 8-0 votes. Communications requesting 2022 funding and other items were received and filed.

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