Lima public meetings in 2023

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2023, to consider a wide range of legislation, including the 2024 temporary appropriations, 2023 budget amendments, and multiple contracts for city services. The agenda also includes public hearings, petitions for zoning changes, and reports from the mayor and other officials.

• Ordinance 276-23: preliminary appropriations for 2024
• Ordinance 277-23: amending the 2023 annual budget
• Ordinance 278-23: transfer of cash for Lima Aquatic Center
• Ordinance 280-23: invoicing ARPA fund for prior year expenses
• Petition to re-zone 517 Columbia Drive from Class I to Class III Residential

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider minutes from a previous meeting and to revisit several pending items, including an alley vacation, a rezoning request, and two zoning text amendments. No new items are listed for consideration at this meeting.

• Case #23-07: Alley vacation off N. Main St. just south of W. North St.
• Case #23-08: Re-zoning at 517 Columbia Dr.
• Case #23-06: Zoning text amendment by City of Lima
• Case #23-09: Zoning text amendment by City of Lima

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 20, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes a second reading of an ordinance to enact Chapter 872 on rental housing, as well as several ordinances authorizing contracts for legal services, bio-solids removal, vehicle maintenance, tax exemption, collective bargaining, and utility metering. Public hearings are scheduled for a proposed landlord registry, rent control, and a complaint about 911 misuse. The meeting also includes resolutions congratulating the Lima Gators football team and memorializing Jacqueline Fox.

• Ordinance 250-23: Enacting Chapter 872 on rental housing (second reading)
• Ordinance 251-23: Contracts for specialized legal services for 2024-2025
• Ordinance 253-23: Contract with Republic Services for bio-solids removal at wastewater plant
• Ordinance 255-23: CRA tax exemption agreement with Pedcor Investments for Brower Road project
• Ordinance 256-23: Collective bargaining agreement with F.O.P. Ohio Labor Council (Units B, C, D, EB)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Traffic Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss several traffic-related items, including a fatal crash review, traffic studies on Metcalf Street and Brower Road, and stop sign requests. The commission will also set preliminary meeting dates for 2024.

• Review fatal crash from LACRPC's Safety Review Team meeting
• Metcalf Street and Brower Road Traffic Study
• Debbie and Coakley Stop Signs
• 800 block of N. Main Street
• 100 Block of N. Elizabeth Street, N. West Street, and W. Market Street

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review minutes from October 25, 2023, and address a pending matter. The primary item is a use variance request for a property on E. Eureka St.

• Use Variance: 704 E. Eureka St. (Parcel# 37-3112-07-001.000)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Council is reviewing legislation to amend the 2023 annual budget and various service contracts. Discussion includes staffing agreements, utility service contracts, and updates to the city fee schedule.

• Ordinance 239-23: Amending the 2023 Annual Budget
• Ordinance 241-23: Contract with Noonan Excavating & Rolloff, LLC for residential demolition
• Ordinance 246-23: Amending inspection fees for Lima Fire Department services
• Ordinance 248-23: Contract with Patrick Staffing for 2024 services
• Ordinance 249-23: Contract with Custom Staffing for 2024 services

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Board of Adjustment will meet to consider three property requests: two use variances and one special use permit. The board will also review minutes from its August 23, 2023 meeting.

• 23-03 Use Variance at 704 E. Eureka St., Parcel# 37-3112-07-001.000
• 23-05 Use Variance at S/E Corner of Baxter St. & Haller St., Parcel# 36-2512-05-016.000
• 23-04 Special Use Permit at 517 Columbia Dr., Parcel# 36-2611-03-018.000

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council's October 23, 2023 regular meeting includes a public hearing, consent calendar, and multiple ordinances authorizing contracts for firefighter physicals, vehicle purchases, bulk fuel, construction, and special assessments for energy improvements. The council will also consider a resolution supporting a school levy renewal and a new ordinance on public service vehicle use.

• Ordinance 230-23: contract with Lima Memorial Health Systems for firefighter physicals
• Ordinance 233-23: bulk fuel purchase for 2024
• Ordinance 234-23: contract with Schimmoeller Construction, Inc.
• Ordinance 235-23: purchase of rolling stock from Valley Truck Centers, Inc.
• Resolution 020-23: supporting Lima City Schools 6.709 Mill Renewal Levy

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

Lars Neu is appealing a $1,164.22 fine issued by the City of Lima regarding property maintenance at 1110 N. West Street. The appellant claims city personnel illegally removed construction materials and trees from the property during the enforcement process.

• Appeal of $1,164.22 fine for Property Maintenance File#2023003798
• Property maintenance violations at 1110 N. West Street
• Civil penalty of $350.00
• Administrative fee of $205.00
• Trash removal costs of $425.00

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is meeting to consider a large consent agenda and multiple ordinances, including contracts for construction, utilities, housing programs, and youth services, as well as amendments to the 2023 budget and issuance of notes and bonds for sidewalk projects. Several items are second readings, indicating prior discussion, while others are new. The agenda also includes a resolution honoring Parrice Smith and a scheduled public hearing.

• Ordinance 226-23: issue $121,000 in notes for sidewalk construction special assessments
• Ordinance 227-23: issue $85,500 in bonds for sidewalk construction special assessments
• Ordinance 224-23: amend the 2023 annual budget
• Ordinance 205-23: contract with Wellman Services LLC for plumbing and HVAC repairs
• Ordinance 193-23 (second reading): sell real estate on North Jackson Street to Maurice Cotton

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for 704 E. Eureka St. (Case #23-05) and to approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes no new items for consideration, only the pending rezoning and routine procedural matters.

• Case #23-05 Re-Zoning – 704 E. Eureka St. (Catherine Tucker-Munday)
• Consideration of minutes from August 23, 2023 meeting
• Consideration of minutes from September 27, 2023 meeting

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including authorizing bids and contracts for replacing lead service lines, purchasing a 1-ton four-wheel-drive truck, constructing a diesel fuel tank at the wastewater treatment plant, and selling a city-owned parcel on N. Jackson St. The agenda also includes a public hearing and a resolution declaring the necessity of constructing certain sidewalks. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes, reports, and a treasurer's report.

• Ordinance 197-23: Authorize bids and contract for replacement of lead service lines for Utilities Dept.
• Ordinance 196-23: Authorize bids and contract for new above-ground diesel fuel tank at wastewater treatment plant.
• Ordinance 195-23: Authorize bids and contract for purchase of 1-ton four-wheel-drive truck for water treatment plant.
• Ordinance 194-23: Authorize sale of real property on North Jackson Street to Maurice Cotton.
• Resolution 018-23: Declare necessity of constructing designated sidewalks and requiring abutting owners to construct them.

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Board of Building Appeals will hold hearings on six appeals against demolition orders and a property maintenance order issued by the Building Commissioner. Each appellant will have the opportunity to present their case in person or through counsel. The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or reverse the orders.

• Appeal 3-23: Jeffery Simpson appeals demolition order #2023004182 for garage at 777 Greenlawn Avenue
• Appeal 4-23: Rosik Holding LLC appeals demolition order #2023004548 for structure at 237 Harrison Avenue
• Appeal 16-23: Lars Neu appeals property maintenance file #2023003798 for structure at 1110 N. West Street
• Appeal 17-23: Robert Lewis appeals demolition order #2023005510 for structure at 1004 W. High Street
• Appeal 18-23: Tremain Lasenby appeals demolition order #2023005588 for structure at 519 Catalpa Avenue

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is holding a regular meeting on September 11, 2023, to consider a range of legislation, including accepting tax levies, amending the 2023 budget, and authorizing contracts for utilities, public works, and engineering services. The agenda includes a public hearing, a code enforcement comment from John Yohe, and several ordinances for first reading. Most items are routine administrative approvals, but the tax levy acceptance and budget amendment are significant fiscal actions.

• Ordinance 183-23 accepting tax levies as determined by the Allen County Budget Commission
• Ordinance 185-23 amending the 2023 annual budget
• Ordinance 176-23 authorizing payment from Law Enforcement Trust Fund to West Central Ohio Crime Task Force
• Ordinance 187-23 authorizing applications for State Issue I funds from Ohio Public Works Commission
• Ordinance 186-23 accepting a monetary gift from Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center for Parks and Recreation

City Council approved 14 ordinances on first reading covering utility contracts, budget amendments, and public works. The council also approved two liquor permit requests and authorized the Mayor to accept a gift from Mercy Health.

• Approved liquor permit for Heavenly Soul Food Supper Club (carried)
• Approved liquor permit transfer to Bite & Buzz LLC (carried)
• Passed Ord. 176-23: Law Enforcement Trust Fund payment to West Central Ohio Crime Task Force (8-0)
• Passed Ord. 177-23: Contract with Everett J. Prescott, Inc. for Utilities (8-0)
• Passed Ord. 178-23: Second amendment to Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd. contract (8-0)
• Passed Ord. 179-23: Purchase of 4 ton four wheel drive truck for Utilities (8-0)
• Passed Ord. 180-23: Contract with Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd. for Water Treatment Plant (8-0)
• Passed Ord. 181-23: Disposal of Utility vehicles via govdeals.com (8-0)

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Board of Adjustment will meet on August 23, 2023, to consider a special use permit for a property at 3011 Cletus Pkwy (Parcel #46-0306-05-010.000). The agenda also includes roll call, approval of the previous meeting's minutes, and a report from members or city officials. No other new items are listed.

• Special use permit application 23-02 for 3011 Cletus Pkwy

The Board of Adjustments approved a request from Victoria Anne, LLC to build a duplex on a property zoned for single-family residential. The approval requires the developer to follow provided floorplans and renderings and comply with the 2019 Ohio Residential Code.

• Approved Special Use Permit for a duplex at 3011 Cletus Pkwy (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting (3-0)

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider one new item: a request by ACRTA to vacate an alley between North and Wayne streets. The commission will also review minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting and handle any unfinished business.

• Case #23-04: Alley vacation between North and Wayne streets requested by ACRTA

The Commission approved a petition to vacate an alley between W. North St. and Wayne St. for the Allen County Regional Transit Authority (ACRTA). The recommendation to City Council includes conditions regarding easement rights and catch basin maintenance.

• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended alley vacation between W. North St. and Wayne St. to City Council (3-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council's regular meeting on August 21, 2023, includes second reading of a natural gas aggregation ordinance and first readings of ordinances to accept ARPA funds for first responders, sell fire department equipment, amend a truck purchase contract, amend the 2023 budget, and enter an agreement with the Lima Community Foundation for the aquatic center. The agenda also includes a public hearing, consent calendar items, and communications on a liquor permit and utility purchases.

• Ordinance 165-23: establish natural gas aggregation program with opt-out, ballot question for voters
• Ordinance 170-23: accept ARPA funds for First Responders Wellness, Recruitment, Retention & Resiliency Grant for Fire and Police
• Ordinance 171-23: authorize contract with govdeals.com to sell a vehicle and misc. equipment for Fire Department
• Ordinance 174-23: agreement with Lima Community Foundation for Lima Community Aquatic Center operation
• Liquor permit application for 127 N. Pierce Street

City Council passed six ordinances on first reading covering budget amendments, ARPA funds, and equipment purchases. A proposed natural gas aggregation program was tabled indefinitely. Council also authorized an objection to a liquor permit application for 127 N. Pierce Street.

• Authorized objection and hearing request for liquor permit at 127 N. Pierce Street
• Tabled natural gas aggregation program (Ord. 165-23) indefinitely (6-0)
• Passed first reading of ARPA funds for Fire and Police wellness/recruitment (Ord. 170-23) (6-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to sell Fire Department vehicle and equipment (Ord. 171-23) (6-0)
• Passed first reading of contract amendment for Utilities Department trucks (Ord. 172-23) (6-0)
• Passed first reading of 2023 annual budget amendment (Ord. 173-23) (6-0)
• Passed first reading of agreement for Lima Community Aquatic Center funds (Ord. 174-23) (6-0)
• Passed first reading of appointment of Janis Saunderhaus to Board of Public Health (Ord. 175-23) (6-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Traffic Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several traffic safety items, including a review of a fatal crash from the LACRPC Safety Review Team, a request involving High Street and Dale Drive, an East High Street traffic study, and pedestrian improvements at the Northern and West intersection. The commission will make recommendations on these locations.

• Approval of May 19th, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review fatal crash from LACRPC's Safety Review Team meeting
• High Street and Dale Drive
• East High Street Traffic Study
• Pedestrian Improvements for Northern and West Intersection

The Commission approved a recommendation to install two stop signs at the intersection of Dale Drive and High Street. Other items included a review of traffic data on East High Street and a report on pedestrian improvements at Northern Avenue and West Street.

• Approved May 19, 2023 minutes (All Approved)
• Recommended adding two stop signs at Dale Drive and High Street (All Approved)
• Reported pedestrian signage added and pavement markings being refreshed at Northern Avenue and West Street
• Recommended passing East High Street traffic study data to LPD

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Board of Building Appeals will hold hearings on 14 appeals of demolition orders issued by the Building Commissioner. The properties include 448 North Jackson Street, 237 Harrison Avenue, and multiple units on Superior Court. Owners will have the opportunity to present arguments against the demolition orders.

• Appeal 2-23: 448 North Jackson Street, demolition order #2023003815
• Appeal 4-23: 237 Harrison Avenue, demolition order #2023004548
• Appeals 5-23 through 15-23: 1-12 Superior Court, demolition orders #2023004622, #2023004628-33, #2023004637-39, #2023004641
• All hearings at 1:30 p.m. in the First Floor Council Conference Room, Lima Municipal Center

The Board of Building Appeals upheld demolition orders for 11 separate parcels located at Superior Court. The board also granted a temporary stay of a demolition order for one property on North Jackson Street. One appeal regarding a property on Harrison Avenue was postponed.

• Stayed demolition order for 448 North Jackson Street until January 18, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Upheld demolition order for 1 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Upheld demolition order for 2 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Upheld demolition order for 3 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Upheld demolition order for 4 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Upheld demolition order for 5 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Upheld demolition order for 6 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Upheld demolition order for 7 Superior Court (Carried, 1 abstention)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution opposing Issue 1 and multiple ordinances, including contracts for a childcare facility with Mercy Health St. Rita's, the Lima Community Aquatic Center project, and various grants and equipment disposals. The agenda includes second reading of the Issue 1 resolution and first readings of all ordinances.

• Resolution 016-23 (2nd reading): opposing Issue 1 and supporting Ohio's Constitution and Majority Rule
• Ordinance 155-23: contract with Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center to construct a childcare facility
• Ordinance 158-23: agreement with Lima City Board of Education for Lima Community Aquatic Center Project
• Ordinance 165-23: establishing natural gas aggregation program with opt-out, ballot question to voters
• Ordinance 164-23: disposal of six police vehicles via govdeals.com

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council will consider a wide range of legislation at its August 7, 2023 regular meeting, including creating a natural gas aggregation program, partnering with Lima City Schools on the Aquatic Center, and entering contracts for utilities and housing. The agenda also includes a second reading of a resolution opposing Ohio Issue 1, plus several ordinances for grants, equipment disposal, and budget amendments. Public comments will address gun safety and parking for Town Square Apartments residents.

• Ordinance 167-23: creating a Lima Aquatic Center Capital Projects Fund
• Ordinance 166-23: establishing a natural gas aggregation program with opt-out, ballot question
• Ordinance 155-23: contract with Mercy Health St. Rita's for a childcare facility
• Ordinance 163-23: applying for 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Ordinance 159-23: amending Traffic Commission quorum to 3 of 7 members

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning 1608 W. Spring Street from Class I to Class III Residential to allow a 25-apartment redevelopment. The council will also consider ordinances for police vehicle purchases, utility contracts, budget amendments, and employment position changes, plus a resolution opposing Ohio Issue 1.

• Public hearing: rezoning 1608 W. Spring St to Class III Residential for 25 apartments
• Ordinance 145-23: authorize bids and contract for 5 marked patrol vehicles
• Ordinances 146-23 and 147-23: amend contract with Utility Metering Solutions
• Ordinance 150-23: amend 2023 annual budget
• Resolution 016-23: opposing Issue 1 and supporting Ohio's Constitution

Council passed the first reading of multiple ordinances concerning police vehicles, utility contracts, and zoning. A resolution opposing Issue 1 also passed its first reading. The council received reports on city accomplishments and HOME/CDBG allocations.

• Passed first reading of Resolution 017-23 opposing Issue 1 (5-2)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 145-23 for 5 police patrol vehicles (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 146-23 to amend Utility Metering Solutions contract (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 147-23 to amend Utility Metering Solutions contract (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 148-23 amending Utilities Dept. employment positions (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 149-23 to amend Moody's of Dayton, Inc. contract (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 150-23 amending the 2023 annual budget (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ord. 151-23 rezoning 1608 West Spring Street to Class III Residential (7-0)

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Board of Building Appeals will hold hearings on two appeals of demolition orders issued by the Building Commissioner. The first concerns a structure at 448 North Jackson Street, and the second a garage at 777 Greenlawn Avenue. The board will consider arguments from the property owners and the city before deciding whether to uphold, modify, or cancel the orders.

• Appeal of Demolition Order #2023003815 for 448 North Jackson Street (parcel #37-3011-12-003.000)
• Appeal of Demolition Order #2023004182 for garage at 777 Greenlawn Avenue (parcel #47-0606-09-023.000)
• Both hearings scheduled for 2:00 p.m. in First Floor Council Chambers, Lima Municipal Center
• Owners may appear in person or by counsel and present written argument

The Board of Building Appeals unanimously voted to delay demolition orders for two properties to allow owners to provide action plans or seek variances. Both decisions were granted as stays until later dates in 2023.

• Approved minutes from previous meetings (unanimous)
• Stayed demolition order for 448 North Jackson Street until August 17, 2023, pending a written plan and interior inspection (unanimous)
• Stayed demolition order for 777 Greenlawn Avenue until September 21, 2023, to allow appellant to file for a variance (unanimous)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council is holding a public hearing and considering Ordinance 142-23 to adopt the 2024 tax budget. The budget totals $138,535,599 across all funds, with the general fund at $46,262,901. The hearing allows residents to speak on the budget before the council votes.

• Public hearing on 2024 tax budget
• Ordinance 142-23 adopting the 2024 tax budget
• General fund budget of $46,262,901
• Total budget of $138,535,599
• Includes funds for water, sewer, refuse, and community development

City Council held a public hearing and voted to pass the 2024 Fiscal Year Tax Budget on its second reading. Law Director Tony Geiger was appointed as acting Clerk for the meeting.

• Appointed Law Director Tony Geiger as acting Clerk
• Passed Ordinance 142-23 adopting the 2024 Fiscal Year Tax Budget on second reading (7-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is holding a regular meeting with a packed agenda of ordinances and resolutions. Key items include adopting the 2024 tax budget, creating a Better Blocks for Business program, and establishing a governmental electricity aggregation program with opt-out provisions. The council will also consider several contracts, including one with ASTERRA for utility work and an amendment to a contract with R.B. Jergens Contractors.

• Ordinance 142-23: Adopting the 2024 Tax Budget for the City of Lima
• Ordinance 144-23: Establishing a governmental electricity aggregation program with opt-out provisions
• Ordinance 143-23: Creating the Better Blocks for Business Program (B3)
• Ordinance 137-23: Contract with ASTERRA for the Utilities Department
• Ordinance 132-23: Amending contract with R.B. Jergens Contractors, Inc.

City Council passed 13 ordinances on first reading covering utility contracts, budget amendments, and the creation of the Better Blocks for Business Program. A public hearing for the 2024 Tax Budget was scheduled for July 19, 2023.

• Approved Resolution 016-23 honoring Don Jenkins Jewelers (6-0)
• Scheduled 2024 Tax Budget public hearing for July 19, 2023
• Passed Ordinance 131-23 for contract with Openaire, Inc. (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 132-23 to amend RB Jergens Contractors, Inc. contract (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 133-23 for Water Treatment Plant improvements (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 135-23 approving Joint Solid Waste Management Plan (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 141-23 amending the 2023 Annual Budget (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 143-23 creating Better Blocks for Business Program (6-0)

Board of Adjustment Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a fence height variance request for a property at 700 E Edwards St. The board will also review minutes from its previous meeting on December 14, 2022. No other new items are listed.

• Fence height variance (case 23-01) for 700 E Edwards St, parcel #37-3008-06-001.000

The Board approved the minutes from December 14, 2022. A request for a fence height variance at 700 E Edwards St for a stormwater retention basin was presented for consideration. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the variance request.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2022 (3-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 26, 2023, with a full agenda of ordinances and communications. Key items include amending the 2023 budget, authorizing contracts for broadcast equipment, electrical repairs, uniforms, scrap metal sales, and a citywide brownfield assessment, as well as extending the New Jobs Incentive Program. The council will also receive reports and hear public comment.

• Ordinance 118-23 amending the 2023 annual budget
• Ordinance 119-23: contract with Northeast Projections, Inc. for GTV-Lima broadcast equipment replacement
• Ordinance 120-23: extending the New Jobs Incentive Program
• Ordinance 124-23: consultant for Citywide Brownfield Assessment project
• Ordinance 128-23: LPA Agreement with ODOT for ALL-Cable Road Improvements Project (PID 112573)

City Council approved 13 ordinances on first reading, including budget amendments, various service contracts, and a program to extend new job incentives. The council also received a community survey report highlighting resident perceptions of city livability.

• Approved 2023 annual budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved contract with Northeast Projections, Inc. for GTV-Lima equipment (8-0)
• Approved extension of New Jobs Incentive Program (8-0)
• Approved contract with Woolace Electric Corporation for treatment plant repairs (8-0)
• Approved amended contract with Cintas for employee uniforms (8-0)
• Approved bidding for Citywide Brownfield Assessment project (8-0)
• Approved use of Amphitheatre and park for community events (8-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 446.03 regarding snowmobiles and off-highway vehicles (8-0)

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Building Appeals will hear Henry Horne's appeal of Emergency Demolition Order #2023002960 for a garage at 334 South Collett Street. The order, issued May 10, 2023, cites imminent danger of collapse. Horne proposes repairs including roof, windows, doors, siding, and foundation work. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the demolition order.

• Appeal of Demolition Order #2023002960 dated May 10, 2023
• Garage structure at 334 South Collett Street, Lima, Ohio
• Owner/appellant: Henry Horne, 1826 Shawnee Road
• Appellee: Douglas Ditto, Building Commissioner, City of Lima
• Hearing scheduled for June 15, 2023, 3:00 p.m., First Floor Council Chambers

The Board of Building Appeals heard an appeal from Henry Horne regarding a demolition order for a garage. After reviewing staff reports and inspection evidence, the board voted to uphold the order.

• Approved minutes from previous meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted staff report for Appeal Number 1-23 (unanimous)
• Upheld emergency demolition order for garage at 334 South Collett Street (unanimous)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is holding a regular meeting with a full agenda of 13 ordinances and one resolution. Key items include amending the 2023 annual budget, extending a moratorium on accessory dwelling units, and authorizing contracts for police equipment and grants. The council will also hear a petition to rezone 1608 W. Spring Street and public comments on transportation, the Memorial Day parade, and traffic issues on High Street.

• Ordinance 105-23: Amends the 2023 annual budget
• Ordinance 111-23: Extends moratorium on accessory dwelling unit applications
• Ordinance 112-23: Authorizes contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police equipment
• Ordinance 107-23: Provides mileage allowance for certain city positions
• Petition to rezone 1608 W. Spring Street

City Council passed several ordinances on first reading, including the purchase of body and cruiser cameras for the Police Department. The council also extended a moratorium on city service applications for certain residential structures to allow for further legislative review.

• Approved purchase of 60 body cameras and 30 cruiser cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc. (7-0)
• Extended moratorium on city service applications for certain residential dwellings (7-0)
• Approved 2023 annual budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved application for Ohio Department of Natural Resources Nature Works Grant (7-0)
• Approved application for 2024 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant (7-0)
• Approved application for FFY 2024 Impaired Driving Enforcement Grant (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of State of Ohio’s Recruitment 2024 Grant (7-0)
• Adopted resolution memorializing Gene Amspaugh (7-0)

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for the property at 1608 W. Spring St., known as the Roosevelt School, submitted by Brickstreet Studio. The agenda also includes roll call, approval of minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting, and any matters previously considered but not disposed of.

• Case #23-03 Re-Zoning – 1608 W. Spring St. – Roosevelt School – Brickstreet Studio

The Commission endorsed a request to rezone 1608 W. Spring St. from Class I Residential to Class III Residential. This change would allow the vacant Roosevelt School building to be converted into a 25-unit market-rate apartment complex. The proposal now moves to City Council for further consideration and a public hearing.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved submitting Brick Street Studio's presentation to City Council (4-0)
• Endorsed rezoning of 1608 W. Spring St. from Class I to Class III Residential and elevated to City Council (4-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council's May 22, 2023 regular meeting includes resolutions and ordinances on electric aggregation, special energy assessments with the Northwest Ohio Advanced Energy Improvement District, and multiple utility contracts (water filter media replacement, Peterson Construction, D3Energy, mid-sized SUV). The agenda also includes a resolution honoring Hefner's TV for 68 years, a public hearing, and a privilege-of-the-floor item on the pool.

• Resolution 013-23 honoring Hefner's TV for 68 years of service
• Ordinance 171-22: electric aggregation program with opt-out, ballot question
• Ordinances 095-23, 096-23: energy improvement projects with NW Ohio Advanced Energy Improvement District
• Ordinance 100-23: purchase one mid-sized SUV for Utilities Dept.
• Ordinance 101-23: contract with Peterson Construction for mechanical repairs at Lima Treatment Plant

City Council passed multiple ordinances for water treatment plant repairs and utility equipment. The council also authorized a contract to conduct an endowment campaign for the Lima Community Aquatic Center and defeated a proposed electricity aggregation ballot question.

• Adopted Resolution 013-23 honoring Hefner’s TV (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 014-23 for special energy assessments (8-0)
• Defeated Ordinance 171-22 regarding electricity aggregation ballot question (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 097-23 to contract an endowment campaign for Lima Community Aquatic Center (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 100-23 to purchase one mid-sized SUV for Utilities Department (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 101-23 for mechanical repair services with Peterson Construction (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 102-23 to replace media in gravity sand filters at Water Treatment Plant (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 104-23 to enter into contract with Open Doors Academy (8-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Traffic Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, review a fatal crash discussed by LACRPC's Safety Review Team, and consider a no-parking request along the 1000 block of Richie Avenue. Members are asked to review the locations beforehand to make recommendations at the meeting.

• Approval of February 17th, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of fatal crash from LACRPC's Safety Review Team meeting
• No parking along 1000 block of Richie Avenue

The Commission approved a recommendation to remove 105 feet of parking along the north side of the 1000 block of Richie Avenue to improve intersection site distance. The board also reviewed a fatal crash and determined no traffic changes were necessary.

• Approved February 17, 2023 minutes
• Recommended removing 105 feet of parking along the north side of the 1000 block of Richie Avenue
• Determined no traffic changes needed following review of fatal motorcycle crash

City Council Agendas and Minutes

City Council passed several ordinances on first reading, including an amendment to the 2023 annual budget and a contract for a new fire department medic unit. The council also approved the acceptance of two donations and a resolution memorializing Alberta Lee.

• Approved 2023 annual budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved contract with Penn Care, Inc. for one fire department medic unit (8-0)
• Approved acceptance of donation from Lima Sertoma Club (8-0)
• Approved acceptance of donation from Spring & Main, LLC (8-0)
• Approved amendment to 120water contract under Ordinance 078-21 (8-0)
• Adopted resolution memorializing Alberta Lee (8-0)
• Referred pool issue to the Public Works Committee
• Authorized resolution memorializing Gene Amspaugh

City Council Agendas and Minutes

City Council passed first readings for ordinances establishing small business and facade loan programs, amending the 2023 budget, and authorizing several department contracts. The council also approved a resolution memorializing citizen Jerry Jones.

• Adopted resolution memorializing Jerry Jones (6-0)
• Passed first reading to vacate alley between Calumet Ave. and Grove Ave. (6-0)
• Passed first reading for contract with Allen County Property Management, LLC (6-0)
• Passed first reading to amend 2023 annual budget (6-0)
• Passed first reading for Water Pollution Control Loan Fund loan (6-0)
• Passed first reading to establish Better Together Small Business Revolving Loan Program (6-0)
• Passed first reading to establish Better Together Facade Improvement Loan Program (6-0)
• Passed first reading for contract with Statewide Ford for Fire Department vehicles (6-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Council passed first readings for ordinances establishing a Microenterprise program, a Safe at Home program, and the Better Together Home Repair Program. The body also approved contracts for excavating, soil and water conservation, and landscaping services.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 068-23 to create a Microenterprise program for disadvantaged populations (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 069-23 to establish a Safe at Home program (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 070-23 to establish the Better Together Home Repair Program (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 071-23 for an agreement with Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 067-23 to accept title to 928 East North Street and adjacent lot (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 076-23 for a contract with Degen Excavating (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 075-23 for a contract with Allen Soil and Water Conservation District (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 010-23 expressing appreciation to Carol Snider (8-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council will consider multiple ordinances including purchasing six police cruisers, amending the 2023 budget, establishing a voluntary demolition program, and entering contracts for bridge work and equipment repair. The agenda also includes resolutions honoring a local business and memorializing a citizen, plus a public comment period.

• Ordinance 058-23: contract with Statewide Ford for six police cruisers
• Ordinance 064-23: LPA agreement with ODOT for ALL-West Street Bridge Project (PID 115921)
• Ordinance 063-23: establish voluntary demolition program
• Ordinance 057-23: amend 2023 annual budget
• Ordinance 060-23: contract with Ohio CAT for equipment repair at Wastewater Treatment Plant

Council passed several ordinances on first reading, including the purchase of six police cruisers and the establishment of a voluntary demolition program. The body also approved a grant application for HOME-ARP funding and various infrastructure contracts. Two resolutions honoring local citizens and a business were adopted.

• Approved purchase of six police cruisers from Statewide Ford (7-0)
• Approved establishment of a voluntary demolition program (7-0)
• Approved application for HUD HOME-ARP funding grant (7-0)
• Approved contract with Ohio CAT for wastewater plant repairs (7-0)
• Approved LPA Agreement and temporary easement for ALL-West St. Bridge project (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Master Maintenance for cleaning services (7-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Hofeller, Hiatt and Clark for 125 years of service (7-0)
• Adopted resolution memorializing Matthew Myers (7-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning 509 Columbia Drive from residential to office to allow expansion of a medical practice, and will consider ordinances on contracts, equipment purchases, and a salary. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes, reports, and communications, with the rezoning being the most significant public matter.

• Public hearing on rezoning 509 Columbia Drive from Class I Residential to Office District (petitioned by SAR 512 Cable, LLC / GI Physicians)
• Ordinance 049-23 to amend the City Zoning Map for the 509 Columbia Drive parcel
• Ordinance 050-23 establishing the salary for the Public Information Officer
• Ordinance 051-23 authorizing purchase of replacement workstations and laptops for various departments
• Ordinance 054-23 authorizing contract with Fairbanks Scales for truck scales and software at the Wastewater Treatment Plant

Council approved the first reading of ordinances for a zoning change at 509 Columbia Drive, a Public Information Officer salary, and several equipment and service contracts. A public hearing was held for the zoning request, and a petition to vacate an alley segment was received for a future hearing.

• Passed first reading to re-zone 509 Columbia Drive from residential to office (7-0)
• Passed first reading to establish Public Information Officer salary (7-0)
• Passed first reading for replacement workstations and laptops contract (7-0)
• Passed first reading to dispose of electronic equipment via govdeals.com (8-0)
• Passed first reading for contract with Crime Victim Services, Inc. (7-0 with 1 abstention)
• Passed first reading for Wastewater Treatment Plant truck scales and software contract (8-0)
• Approved petition to vacate alley segment between Calumet Ave. and Grove Ave.; public hearing set for April 24, 2023
• Approved Lima Municipal Court 2022 Annual Report

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is scheduled to vote on the 2023 municipal budget and a settlement regarding the National Opioid Litigation. The agenda includes a public hearing to establish a Community Entertainment District and rezone 323 Calumet Street for a 30-unit apartment complex. Additionally, the council will approve contracts for sidewalk reconstruction, utilities equipment, and the purchase of 112 parcels from the Allen County Land Bank.

• Ordinance 034-23 establishing the budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023
• Ordinance 039-23 authorizing participation in the National Opioid Litigation settlement with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
• Ordinance 046-23 approving the application for a Community Entertainment District
• Ordinance 034-23 amending the Zoning Map for 323 Calumet Avenue from Class I to Class III Residential
• Ordinance 043-23 authorizing the purchase of 112 parcels from the Allen County Land Bank

Council approved the application to establish a Community Entertainment District to promote economic development and mixed-use space. The board also passed the 2023 city budget and approved several infrastructure and service contracts on first reading.

• Approved Community Entertainment District application (8-0)
• Passed 2023 City of Lima budget on first reading (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 323 Calumet Avenue from Class I to Class III Residential (8-0)
• Approved settlement participation in National Opioid Litigation (8-0)
• Approved purchase of 112 parcels from Allen County Land Bank (8-0)
• Approved donation of two German shepherd canines to Police Department (8-0)
• Approved contract with American Structurepoint, Inc. for Engineering Services (8-0)
• Adopted resolutions memorializing Tom Usher and honoring Steve Cleaves (8-0 each)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several traffic-related items, including a review of a fatal crash, parking requests, and signage. The commission will also approve the minutes from a previous meeting. These are discussion and recommendation items, not final decisions.

• Review fatal crash from LACRPC Safety Review Team meeting on 1/13/2023
• On-street parking request for 400 block of 3rd Street
• All-way stop request for Elizabeth Street and Murphy Street
• Truck signage request for Central Avenue and Kent Avenue
• No parking extension for 900 block of W. Elm Street

The Traffic Commission approved recommendations for new on-street parking, no-parking extensions, and truck signage. The commission denied a request for an all-way stop at Elizabeth and Murphy Streets.

• Approved December 2, 2022 minutes
• Recommended no change to speed limit signs on Commerce Parkway
• Approved adding parking on the south side of the 400 block of 3rd Street
• Denied all-way stop at Elizabeth Street and Murphy Street
• Approved posting No Semis signage at Central Avenue and Northern Avenue
• Approved extending No Parking signs by 45 feet on the south side of the 900 block of West Elm Street
• Approved engineer's recommendation for bus stop and no-parking signage at Lima Towers on South Main Street

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider one new item: a request by the City of Lima to vacate an alley between Grove Avenue and Calumet Avenue. The commission will also review minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting. No other substantive matters are on the agenda.

• Case #23-02: Alley vacation between Grove Ave. and Calumet Ave., requested by the City of Lima

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council is holding a regular meeting with several ordinances up for consideration, including raising the police officer age limit, a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, and a contract with Perry ProTech for copiers. The agenda also includes a petition to rezone 509 Columbia Drive and multiple resolutions honoring local companies. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Ordinance 024-23: enacting Section 232.015 regarding Police Officer age limitations
• Ordinance 021-23: agreement with AFSCME Local 1002
• Ordinance 026-23: contract with Perry ProTech for high capacity copiers
• Petition for Re-Zoning of 509 Columbia Drive by SAR 512 Cable, LLC
• Ordinance 025-23: transfer of cash from General fund to Debt Service fund

Council passed 11 ordinances on first reading, including a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME and new police officer age limitations. The body also approved resolutions honoring the 135th anniversaries of Cenovus Energy and Dominion Energy.

• Approved resolution honoring Cenovus Energy Lima Refinery (8-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Dominion Energy (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 021-23 for AFSCME Local 1002 agreement (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 024-23 regarding Police Officer age limitations (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 025-23 to transfer cash from general fund to debt service fund (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 026-23 for Perry ProTech copier contract (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 030-23 to purchase two mid-sized SUVs for Utilities Dept (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 509 Columbia Drive re-zoning for March 13, 2023

City Council Agendas and Minutes

Lima City Council will consider ordinances authorizing contracts for utilities, public works, and a CRA tax exemption, plus a measure to place a governmental electricity aggregation program on the ballot. The agenda also includes public comments on landlord/tenant issues and jobs, and a report on the Better Together Plan update.

• Ordinance 018-23: Authorizes a governmental electricity aggregation program with opt-out, subject to voter approval
• Ordinance 019-23: CRA tax exemption agreement with Sulai Hospitality, Inc. for a project on S. Leonard Avenue
• Ordinance 010-23: Contract with JP Management for various positions in 2023
• Ordinance 013-23: Contract with Advanced Utilities Systems for customer support
• Ordinance 014-23: Contract with WSG & Solutions, Inc. for Utilities Department

Council passed several ordinances on first reading to authorize contracts for utility support and city management. A proposed electricity aggregation program failed to pass its first reading. Council also approved a tax exemption for Sulai Hospitality, Inc.

• Approved contract with JP Management (8-0)
• Approved contract with Advanced Utilities Systems (8-0)
• Approved contract with WSG & Solutions, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved CRA Tax Exemption Agreement with Sulai Hospitality, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved agreement with Downtown Lima, Inc. (8-0)
• Denied electricity aggregation program on first reading (5-3)
• Approved amendment to Lima Civil Service Board Rule 5, Section 8 (8-0)
• Referred Murphy Street and Elizabeth Street intersection to traffic commission for 4-way stop

Board of Building and Appeals Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Building Appeals will hold a hearing on Appeal Number 5-18, filed by property owner Lorenzo White against demolition orders issued by the Building Commissioner. The appeal concerns properties at 500-514 Nova Street. The board will hear arguments from the appellant and affected parties.

• Appeal of Demolition Order #2018003409 and #2018003410 dated June 11, 2018
• Property at 500-514 Nova Street, Lima, Ohio
• Appellant: Lorenzo White, 1558 West High Street
• Appellee: Amy Harpster, Building Commissioner
• Hearing scheduled for January 19, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.

The Board of Building Appeals voted to vacate the demolition order for the property at 500-514 Nova Street following a recommendation from the Building Commissioner. The decision followed testimony from Doug Ditto and appellant Lorenzo White.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted staff report for Appeal Number 5-18 (unanimous)
• Vacated demolition order for 500-514 Nova Street (unanimous)

City Planning Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for the property at 509 Columbia Dr., submitted by GI Physicians. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine matters.

• Case #23-01: Re-zoning request for 509 Columbia Dr. by GI Physicians

The Planning Commission voted to elevate a request to City Council to rezone 509 Columbia Dr. from Class I Residential to Office District. The change would allow SAR 512 Cable LLC to demolish a single-family home to expand a doctor's office and parking.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Elevated rezoning of 509 Columbia Dr. to City Council with condition that egress and ingress be off Cable Rd and not Columbia Dr (3-0)

City Council Agendas and Minutes

The Lima City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2023, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a rezoning petition, multiple contract amendments, a new parking lot construction, and changes to ward boundaries based on the census. The agenda also includes public hearings and communications from city departments.

• Rezoning petition for 323 Calumet Street from Class I Residential to Class III Residential
• Ordinance 004-23: authorize bids and contract for new parking lot adjacent to Cambridge Center on North Central Avenue
• Ordinance 003-23: amend Chapter 206 to establish wards and boundaries per recent census
• Ordinance 001-23: apply for and receive funds from Ohio Body Worn Camera Grant Program
• Ordinance 281-22 (second reading): contract with Re-Deck of Northwest Ohio, LLC for Housing and Neighborhoods

Council passed several ordinances on first reading regarding city contracts, vehicle purchases, and administrative updates. A contract for the Department of Housing and Neighborhoods with Re-Deck of Northwest Ohio, LLC passed its second reading. A public hearing for a rezoning petition at 323 Calumet Street was scheduled for February 27, 2023.

• Approved contract with Re-Deck of Northwest Ohio, LLC on second reading (7-1)
• Adopted resolution honoring Tomlinson Motor Service, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to apply for Ohio Body Worn Camera Grant (8-0)
• Approved first reading of appointments to Tax Incentive Review Council (8-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to establish wards and boundaries (8-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for new parking lot at Cambridge Center (8-0)
• Approved first reading of salary increase for the Council Clerk (8-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinances to amend vehicle purchase contracts for Utilities and Public Works (8-0)