Marblehead public meetings in 2021
43 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Village Council December 9, 2021
The Village Council approved Resolution No. 17-2021 to appoint Kocher & Gillum as village solicitors. Council also authorized the payment of $66,105.38 in bills and agreed to sponsor a $250 silhouette for the Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society. Additionally, members discussed plans to repeal the existing sidewalk ordinance and allocate ARPA funds toward a water tower project.
- Approved Resolution 17-2021 to appoint Kocher & Gillum as solicitors (5-0)
- Approved payment of $66,105.38 in bills (5-0)
- Authorized listing a 2020 Ford Fusion on GovDeals
- Agreed to sponsor a lighthouse keeper silhouette for $250
Resolution 19 2021
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Resolution 18 2021
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Planning Commission December 1, 2021
The Commission recommended approval for a waterfront development permit to repair a rock revetment. Several property owners held informal meetings regarding rezoning, lot splits, and variances, but no formal actions were taken on those items.
- Recommended approval of Waterfront Development permit #02-21 for shoreline repair at 527 East Main (unanimous)
- Approved November 3, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Excused Councilman David Redett from the meeting (unanimous)
Village Council November 16, 2021
Council adopted an ordinance establishing speed limits on Clemons and Charles Streets. The board also voted to transition the fiscal officer position to full-time effective January 1, 2022, and renewed a legal representation agreement with the Ottawa County Prosecutor’s Office.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 5-2021 establishing speed limits on Clemons Street and Charles Street (4-0)
- Renewed 2022 agreement with Ottawa County Prosecutor’s Office for $1,150.00 (4-0)
- Changed fiscal officer position from part-time to full-time effective Jan. 1, 2022 (4-0)
- Appointed Fiscal Officer Rhonda Sowers as Sunshine Law training designee for elected officials (4-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $5,296.24 (4-0)
- Approved minutes of the October 13, 2021 meeting
- Approved village administrator fact sheet
Resolution 17 2021
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Planning Commission November 3, 2021
The Planning Commission approved the October 6, 2021 minutes. The board held an informal discussion regarding a deck extension at 3185 Confederate Drive and reviewed handmade drawings regarding new density rules.
- Approved October 6, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
Village Council November 2, 2021
The Village Council approved a $38,125.39 contract for storm drain and sewer grate repairs and authorized a $15,600 website redesign project with Municode. Additionally, council members approved the validation of Johnson’s Island water petitions at a cost not to exceed $5,000 and agreed to waive December rent for the tenant at 414 W. Main Street.
- Approved $38,125.39 for storm drain and sewer grate repairs (5-0)
- Approved $15,600 website design contract with Municode (5-0)
- Authorized $5,000 for Johnson’s Island water petition validation (5-0)
- Waived December rent for 414 W. Main Street tenant (5-0)
- Approved payment of $59,138.53 in village bills (4-0)
- Approved September 22, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
Village Council October 14, 2021
The Village Council approved the promotion of Officer Jeremy Danklefsen to Police Sergeant and adopted a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign documents regarding a cellular tower lease with Crown Castle. Council also voted to cancel the November 24, 2021, regular meeting and declined to resubmit a grant application for Radar Park due to funding changes.
- Adopted Resolution 15-2021 regarding cellular tower lease (6-0)
- Promoted Jeremy Danklefsen to Police Sergeant (6-0)
- Cancelled November 24, 2021, regular council meeting (6-0)
- Declined to resubmit NatureWorks Grant for Radar Park (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $4,991.41 (6-0)
- Excused Councilman App from upcoming meetings (6-0)
Planning Commission October 6, 2021
The Planning Commission approved the September 1, 2021 minutes and held informal discussions regarding a setback variance for 1310 W. Main, R-1 and multi-family lot density standards, and manufactured home parks. No formal votes or final decisions were taken on the new business items.
- Approved September 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous vote)
Village Council September 23, 2021
The Council voted to decline a request to take ownership of roads on Johnson’s Island, citing financial risk and maintenance concerns. Additionally, the Council approved the payment of $54,594.57 in village bills and payroll. Members also discussed ongoing infrastructure projects, including storm damage repairs and street signage updates.
- Declined request to assume ownership of Johnson’s Island roads (5-0)
- Approved payment of $54,594.57 in bills and payroll (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved August 25, 2021 meeting minutes
- Excused Councilman Dorko from the meeting (5-0)
Resolution 15 2021
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Village Council September 9, 2021
The Village Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including authorization to apply for ARPA funds, water and wastewater infrastructure grants, and the establishment of a local fiscal recovery fund. Council also adopted the One Ohio opioid settlement agreement, authorized a depository agreement with Marblehead Bank, and approved tax levies as determined by the budget commission. Additionally, members authorized the sale of obsolete personal property and approved the payment of $2,783.33 in bills.
- Approved ARPA funds application (6-0)
- Adopted One Ohio opioid settlement agreement (6-0)
- Established local fiscal recovery fund (6-0)
- Approved water and wastewater grant application (6-0)
- Authorized internet auction for surplus property (6-0)
- Approved tax levies and rates (6-0)
- Approved $2,783.33 in bill payments (6-0)
Planning Commission September 1, 2021
The Marblehead Planning Commission approved a setback variance for an accessory structure at 3934 Memorial Shoreway. The Commission also held informal discussions regarding setback rules and reviewed proposed changes to residential density requirements, which will be revisited at the October meeting.
- Approved setback variance #07-21 for 3934 Memorial Shoreway (unanimous)
- Approved August 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Village Council August 26, 2021
Village Council approved participating in a national opioid settlement and authorized applications for water and wastewater infrastructure grants. The council also approved a liquor permit transfer and a resolution for water facility planning and design.
- Authorized Mayor to sign notice of intent to participate in opioid settlement (4-0)
- Authorized Mayor and Fiscal Officer to submit water and wastewater grant paperwork (4-0)
- Approved transfer of C1, C2 and D6 liquor licenses to RV Park, LLC (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6-2021 for water facilities planning and design loan (4-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $60,052.80 (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved funding for supplies for a mural on the Radar Park building
- Denied request to post 'All Dogs Must Be on Leash' signs at Clemons Park
Resolution 13 2021
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Resolution 11 2021
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Resolution 16 2021
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Resolution 14 2021
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Resolution 12 2021
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Village Council August 18, 2021
The Marblehead Village Council approved minutes, excused council members from an upcoming meeting, and adopted resolutions for a tax levy and a police body armor grant. Council also renamed the former fire station at 517 W. Main St. to the Village Services Building, heard a presentation on a village administrator feasibility study, discussed ongoing park and infrastructure repairs, and authorized the payment of bills totaling $3,827.66.
- Approved minutes of the July 14, 2021 regular meeting (6-0)
- Excused Angie Kukay and Dave Redett from the August 11, 2021 regular council meeting (6-0)
- Waived three readings for Resolution No. 8-2021 regarding tax levies (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 8-2021 regarding tax levies (6-0)
- Waived three readings and retained emergency clause for Resolution No. 9-2021 for an Ohio Law Enforcement Body Armor Program grant (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 9-2021 for a body armor grant (6-0)
- Renamed the former fire station at 517 W. Main St. the Village Services Building (5-1)
- Authorized payment of bills totaling $3,827.66 (6-0)
Resolution 06 2021
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Planning Commission August 4, 2021
The commission decided that a patio and steps built by Beth Roth would be allowed to remain without modification, despite being nonconforming. The board also discussed a proposed garage setback variance and a resident's request regarding a beach breakwall.
- Approved July 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Allowed nonconforming patio and steps for Beth Roth to continue without modification (unanimous)
Village Council July 30, 2021
Village Council adopted a resolution to request tax valuation for a new 2.0 mill levy for street and sidewalk improvements. Council also authorized a contract for the final design of an elevated water tank project. Other actions included approving bills and renewing a regional planning commission membership.
- Adopted Resolution No. 5-2021 requesting tax valuation for a 2.0 mill street and sidewalk levy (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 7-2021 authorizing a contract with CT Consultants for elevated water tank final design (5-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $75,625.00 (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved $541.80 annual assessment for Ottawa Regional Planning Commission membership (5-0)
- Set Trick or Treat hours for October 31, 2021, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (5-0)
- Approved June 23, 2021 meeting minutes
- Agreed to pay a portion of a $5,000 DART assessment for Heritage Ohio/Main Street proposal
Resolution 09 2021
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Resolution 08 2021
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Village Council July 15, 2021
The Village Council approved a $30,806 insurance renewal with Hylant Administrative Services and authorized the purchase of two gazebo kits for $3,762 to enclose portable toilets. Council members also discussed a potential 2.0 mill street and sidewalk levy and reviewed plans for upcoming bicentennial events.
- Approved $30,806 insurance renewal with Hylant Administrative Services (4-0)
- Approved purchase of two gazebo kits for $3,762 (4-0)
- Approved June 9, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Authorized payment of $8,779.91 in bills (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Excused two council members from the meeting (4-0)
Resolution 07 2021
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Resolution 05 2021
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Planning Commission July 7, 2021
The Marblehead Planning Commission approved updates to the Bay Point Waterview multi-family development plan after determining that all four prior conditions from the Board of Zoning Appeals were met, and formally granted Conditional Use Permit #01-20 by unanimous vote. The commission also approved the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed zoning code density modifications and ongoing violation updates.
- Approved June 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Granted Conditional Use Permit #01-20 for Bay Point Waterview multi-family development after confirming all four prior conditions were met (unanimous)
Planning Commission June 2, 2021
The Commission reviewed lot sizes and setbacks compared to neighboring communities and determined that zoning codes need updates to decrease density. No formal votes were taken on zoning changes, and the Commission is awaiting a consultant response regarding the Bay Point Waterview project.
- Approved May 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
Planning Commission May 5, 2021
The Marblehead Planning Commission approved variance requests for properties at 718 Prairie and 123 Lucien. The Commission also held informal discussions regarding a potential home build on Confederate Drive and proposed site plan improvements for the Bay Point Waterview development.
- Approved variance #03-21 for 718 Prairie (4-0)
- Approved variance #05-21 for 123 Lucien (4-0)
- Approved April 7, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
Planning Commission April 7, 2021
The Commission approved a variance for a house addition at 2060 Sugarbush Road. The board held informal discussions regarding proposed garages at 718 Prairie and 123 Lucien, and heard a presentation on Catawba Island's density regulations.
- Approved March 3, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Hendricks variance #04-21 for house addition at 2060 Sugarbush Road (unanimous)
Resolution 04 2021
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Planning Commission March 3, 2021
The commission approved a variance allowing a 30’ x 40’ accessory structure to be placed 80 feet from the rear property line instead of the required 10 feet. The board also held an informal review for a proposed house addition at 2060 Sugarbush Road.
- Approved February 3, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Gayle Zdolshek AREA variance #02-21 for garage setback (4-1)
Resolution 03 2021
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Resolution 02 2021
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Resolution 01 2021
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Planning Commission February 3, 2021
The Marblehead Planning Commission approved the January 6, 2021 meeting minutes, adopted the 2021 Planning Commission rules, approved an administrative lot split at 11142 Bayshore Road subject to Board of Public Affairs approval, and approved a setback variance for a front porch at 2130 Sugarbush Road. The commission also held an informal discussion regarding a garage setback variance at 3185 Confederate Drive and discussed scheduling a meeting on multi-family density guidelines.
- Approved January 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted Rules of Planning Commission for 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved administrative lot split at 11142 Bayshore Road, application 01-21, subject to Board of Public Affairs approval (unanimous)
- Approved setback variance at 2130 Sugarbush Road, application 01-21, for a porch 18'-6" from the road (unanimous)
Village Council January 29, 2021
Village Council approved a $3,500 feasibility study for a Village Manager position through the University of Toledo. The council also made several personnel appointments and amended the police vehicle policy regarding cruiser use.
- Approved $3,500 Village Manager Feasibility study from University of Toledo (4-0)
- Elected John Starcher as President Pro Tem for 2021 (4-0)
- Approved keeping Fiscal Officer position as part-time (4-0)
- Appointed Bryan Lucas as Street Commissioner for 2021 (4-0)
- Hired Tom McNeal as part-time Street/Maintenance employee (4-0)
- Amended police policy to allow cruisers for officers living within 15 miles of village limits (4-0)
- Authorized payment of bills totaling $52,599.02 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from December 9 and December 16, 2020 meetings
Village Council January 15, 2021
Council adopted several ordinances regarding year-end and 2021 financial planning, including employee pay increases and the use of Coronavirus Relief Funds. The board also established new funds for the police K9 unit and unclaimed funds.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 8-2020 to include Coronavirus Relief Funds in 2020 appropriations (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9-2020 setting temporary appropriations for fiscal year beginning Jan 2, 2021 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 10-2020 providing for employee pay increases and 2021 wage rates (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 5-2020 establishing a K9 Fund for police unit donations and expenses (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6-2020 establishing an Unclaimed Funds Trust Fund (5-0)
- Approved the Street Department Maintenance Worker job description (5-0)
Village Council January 15, 2021 (2)
Village Council approved changing the Fiscal Officer position from part-time to full-time starting January 2021. Council also authorized the use of additional CARES funding and approved payment of village bills.
- Changed Fiscal Officer status from part-time to full-time beginning January 2021 (4-0)
- Approved applying part of $5,895.45 in CARES funding to village expenses and subgranting the remainder to Danbury Local Schools (4-0)
- Authorized payment of bills totaling $116,119.55 (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved November 11, 2020 meeting minutes
- Excused absence of Councilman Dave Redett (4-0)
Planning Commission January 6, 2021
The Marblehead Planning Commission approved December 2020 minutes and elected its 2021 officers. The Board of Zoning Appeals also held an informal discussion regarding a setback variance request for 2130 Sugarbush. Additionally, the commission reviewed the rules for planning for 2021 with approval scheduled for February.
- Approved December 2, 2020 minutes by unanimous vote
- Elected Tim Feller as Chair, David Redett as Vice-chair, and Robert Hruska as Secretary by unanimous vote
- Appointed Robert Hruska as Regional Planning Commission Delegate and Richard Zembala as Alternate Delegate by unanimous vote