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SharonvilleOH averageUS Census ACS
Population
13,989
Per-capita income
$51,161
Median home value
$207,900
Bachelor's or higher
36%
Typical home value $287,969 +2.6% yr/yr · +29.6% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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🗳️ Election results (23 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council at Large 2025-11-04
Sue Knight ✓ 1,237 · Amy Sharpshair ✓ 941 · V. Glen Lovitt III ✓ 916
City Council (4th Ward) 2025-11-04
Blaise Cittadino ✓ 452
City Council (3rd Ward) 2025-11-04
Paul J. Schmidt ✓ 371
City Council (2nd Ward) 2025-11-04
Dave Koch ✓ 165
City Council (1st Ward) 2025-11-04
Robert W. Cox ✓ 175
City Council (4th Ward) - Republican Party 2025-05-06
Blaise Cittadino ✓ 248 · Robert D. Tankersley 226
Mayor 2023-11-07
Kevin M. Hardman ✓ 2,683
City Council at Large 2023-11-07
Sue Knight ✓ 1,998 · Amy Sharpshair ✓ 1,966 · V. Glen Lovitt III ✓ 1,774 · Mike Wilson 1,714
City Council (4th Ward) 2023-11-07
Robert D. Tankersley ✓ 980
City Council (3rd Ward) 2023-11-07
Paul J. Schmidt ✓ 846
City Council (2nd Ward) 2023-11-07
Dave Koch ✓ 355
City Council (1st Ward) 2023-11-07
Robert W. Cox ✓ 284 · Daniel E. Kloppenburg 160

Recent meetings

Tue Aug 25, 2026

City Council

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING August 25, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Paul Culter 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – August 11, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Law Director – Charles Lippert h. Finance Director – Scott McKeehan 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. None. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None. 10.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-36 Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Dispose of Police Department Equipment 1st Reading b. Ordinance 2026-37 Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Dispose of Police Department Equipment 1st Reading 11.RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before C …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026

Planning & Zoning

BZA to hear 6 variance requests including garages, signs, trailer storage

The Sharonville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on six variance requests from property owners seeking relief from zoning ordinances. Items include extending temporary sign approvals, allowing trailer storage, eliminating a garage, and building detached garages larger than 600 square feet. The board will also approve minutes from the July 8 meeting.

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S ha City of Lf. ‘lle 513.563.0033 a ro nvi e Sharonville Municipal Building COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT sheronville ohne aoa a BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA August 12", 2026 6:30pm 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording July 8th 2026 4. Old Business 5. New Business 1. Request to extend temporary sign approval at 11974 Lebanon Road #344 — Miguel Ortiz 2. Request to allow the storage of trailer on the property at 10943 Timberwood Court — David Arthur 3. Request to eliminate the use of attached garage at 3608 Verbena Drive — Brenda and Michael Raymond-Ball 4. Request to build detached garage greater than 600 square feet in floor area — Michael Diaz 5. Request to build detached garage greater than 600 square feet with landscaping and stormwater improvements at 9952 Jane Court — Steve Ruben 6. Request to extend temporary sign approval at 3855 Hauck Road — Raja Prasad of Silverfern Senior Living 6. Discussion 7. Adjourn cityofsharonville.com City of an Ir S h ill 513.563.0033 a ro nvi e Sharonville Municipal Building COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT sharonviles Ons 45041 <4 Sgr STAFF SUMMARY For the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting of August 12, 2026 To: Board of Zoning Appeals From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to extend temporary sign approval at 11974 Lebanon Road #344 Applicants: Miguel Ortiz of Mi Tacana Supermarket Date: July 29, 2026 The Applicant, Miguel Ortiz, is requesting relief from Sharonville Zoning …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Legislation

Sharonville Council approves CDBG funds ordinance

The Sharonville City Council meeting on August 11, 2026, approved Ordinance 2026-35, which accepts Hamilton County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, advances funds, and amends appropriations for the 421 CDBG program. The agenda contains only this single approved ordinance and no other discussion items.

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At the Sharonville Council Meeting on August 11, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ord 2026-35 Accepting Hamilton County CDBG Funds; Advancing Funds; and Amending Appropriations for the 421 CDBG The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Tue Aug 11, 2026

City Council

Council to accept Hamilton County CDBG funds and amend appropriations

The Sharonville City Council is holding a regular meeting with routine reports and proclamations. The main action item is Ordinance 2026-35, which would accept Hamilton County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, advance funds, and amend appropriations for the 421 CDBG program. This is a first and only reading with immediate effectivity, meaning it may be voted on at this meeting.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING August 11, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Mayor Hardman 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – July 21, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Proclamation – Alice Beebe’s 100th Birthday ii. Presentation by John Niemczura - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Award to Fire Department iii. Hamilton County Auditor Jessica Miranda iv. Mayor’s Court Report - July b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Law Director – Charles Lippert 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-35 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None. 10.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-35 Accepting Hamilton County CDBG Funds; Advancing Funds; and Amending Appropriations for the 421 CDBG 1st and Only …
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President Paul Culter called the regular Sharonville Council meeting of August 11, 2026 to order at 7:00 p.m. A moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Hardman. 1. ROLL CALL a. In attendance for Roll Call were Council Members: Dave Koch, Amy Sharpshair, Blaise Cittadino, Glen Lovitt, Bob Cox, Sue Knight, and Paul Schmidt. Also in attendance were Mayor Kevin Hardman, President Paul Culter, Safety Service Director Jim Lukas, Law Director Charles Lippert, Auditor Ed Cunningham, Treasurer Kurt lrey, and Department Heads: Economic Development Director David McCandless, Fire Chief Dan Sunderman, and Police Chief Jim Nesbit. 2. MINUTES a. The Minutes from the regular council meeting of July 21, 2026 were approved as written and distributed. 3. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. MAYOR - KEVIN HARDMAN Proclamation: Mayor Hardman opened the meeting with the recognition of longtime resident Alice Beebe, who turns 100 years old on August 12%, A formal proclamation was presented to her proclaiming Wednesday, August 12, 2026, as Alice Beebe Day. Congratulations and best wishes were extended to her by the Mayor and Council. A copy of that proclamation is attached. Presentation of ESGR Pro Patria Award: The Mayor introduced John McCants, State Chair for the ESGR, and John Niemczura, Area Chair for the ESGR, who presented the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Award Pro Patria Award to the Fire Department. Mr. Niemczura explained that ESGR, …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on accepting Ohio Traffic Safety Grant for police

Sharonville City Council will hold a regular meeting with reports from the mayor, safety service director, and chiefs. The main action item is a first-reading vote on Ordinance 2026-34 to accept an Ohio Traffic Safety Grant, advance funds, and amend appropriations for the 216 Police Grant Fund. The meeting also includes swearing in six new firefighters and introducing the new community development director.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Ohio Traffic Safety Grant for police

The Sharonville City Council approved Ordinance 2026-34, accepting the FFY2027 Ohio Traffic Safety Office Grant and appropriating funds for the 216 Police Grant Fund. The ordinance passed unanimously after a roll call vote. The meeting also included the swearing-in of six new firefighters and updates on the Downtown Loop redevelopment project.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Paul Schmidt 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – June 23, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Swearing in Firefighters Brian Burnett, Jordan Flynn, Elizabeth Highland, Coleton Stath, Andrew Weber, and Cameron Willis ii. Introduction of Andy Meyer, Community Development Director iii. Mayor’s Court Report - June b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Law Director – Charles Lippert h. Police Chief – Jim Nesbit 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-34 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None. 10.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-34 Accepting Ohio Traffic Safety Grant; Advancing Fund …
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President Paul Culter called the regular Sharonville Council meeting of July 21, 2026, to order at 7:00 p.m. A moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Paul Schmidt. 1. ROLL CALL a. In attendance for Roll Call were Council Members: Dave Koch, Amy Sharpshair, Blaise Cittadino, Glen Lovitt, Bob Cox, and Paul Schmidt. Also in attendance were Mayor Kevin Hardman, President Paul Culter, Safety Service Director Jim Lukas, Law Director Charles Lippert, Auditor Ed Cunningham, Treasurer Kurt Irey, and Department Heads: Economic Development Director David McCandless, Community Development Director Andy Meyer, Fire Chief Dan Sunderman, and Police Chief Jim Nesbit. Absent with notice was Councilmember Sue Knight. 2. MINUTES a. The Minutes from the regular council meeting of June 23, 2026, were approved as written and distributed. 3. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. MAYOR – KEVIN HARDMAN i. Swearing-In: Mayor Hardman along with President Culter and Fire Chief Sunderman invited six new Fire Department employees (Brian Burnett, Jordan Flynn, Elizabeth Highland, Coleton Stath, Andrew Weber, and Cameron Willis) to the front for the swearing-in ceremony. All six were celebrated by family, friends, and fellow firefighters in the audience. 4. RECESS a. At 7:13 p.m., President Culter called for a recess to allow for those newly sworn firefighters to gather and take pictures with family, friends, and fellow firefighters. The meeting was reconvened at 7:23 p.m. 5. REPORTS …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Legislation

Sharonville Council approves Ohio Traffic Safety Grant

The City Council met for a special meeting to approve legislation regarding traffic safety funding. The body authorized the acceptance of a grant and the amendment of police fund appropriations.

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At the Special Sharonville Council Meeting on July 21, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-34: Accepting Ohio Traffic Safety Grant; Advancing Funds; and Amending Appropriations for the 216 Police Grant Fund The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Wed Jul 8, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Board will consider a variance for a 1,120‑sq‑ft detached garage at 9952 Jane Court

The Sharonville Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests. One request seeks permission to build a detached garage of 1,120 square feet at 9952 Jane Court, exceeding the 600‑square‑foot limit in Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c. The other request seeks a variance to place an inground pool measuring 16 ft by 40 ft in the side yard of 10078 Pond Woods Lane because the rear yard is occupied by a stormwater retention pond. The board will consider conditions of approval for each request before any building permits are issued.

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City of aa of Pm 513.563.0033 Sharonville smitten COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT sree Ne a BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA July 8", 2026 6:30pm 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording June 10th 2026 4, Old Business 1. Request to build a detached garage greater than 600 square feet in floor area at 9952 Jane Court — Steven Ruben 5. New Business 1. Request to install inground pool in side yard at 10078 Pond Woods Lane — Amy March 6. Discussion 7. Adjourn cityofsharonville.com City of LS “lle 513.563.0033 ille i" S h d ro Nn VI Sharonville Municipal Building COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Sharonville ohio aenet >< 4 eS STAFF SUMMARY For the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting of July 8, 2026 To: Board of Zoning Appeals From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to build a detached garage greater than 600 square feet in floor area at 9952 Jane Court Applicant: Steven Ruben Date: July 1, 2026 (This item was tabled at the June 10, 2026 meeting to give the Applicant time to revise their garage dimensions and plans) The Applicant, Steven Ruben, is requesting relief from Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c to exceed the maximum floor area of a residential accessory structure. The property is zoned R1-A, Residential Single Family. The property is in the Butler County portion of Sharonville off McCauly Road. Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c establishes a maximum floor area of 600 square feet for residential accessory structure …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Legislation

Council approves pro-housing policy, capital projects, and tax budget

The Sharonville City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions at a special meeting on June 23, 2026. Key actions include adopting a pro-housing development policy, authorizing a job creation incentive grant for Project Mustang, and approving capital projects such as the Fields Ertel Intersection Improvement and Public Works Building renovations. The council also adopted the 2027 tax budget and authorized participation in ODOT's cooperative purchasing program.

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At the Special Sharonville Council Meeting on June 23, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-29-E: Amending 2026 Appropriations for the 401 Capital Fund and Authorizing Safety- Service Director to Sign Necessary Documents for Professional Services for Additional Hydraulic Mapping and Filing Proposed LOMR Modification with FEMA. • Ordinance 2026-30-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into a Job Creation Incentive Grant (JCIG) for Project Mustang and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-31-E: Amending 2026 Appropriations for the 401 Capital Fund and Authorizing Safety- Service Director to Enter Intergovernmental Agreement for Fields Ertel Intersection Improvement Project. • Ordinance 2026-32-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Services with a Guaranteed Maximum Price for Renovations to the Public Works Building and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-33-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Services with a Guaranteed Maximum Price for the Upper Grove Project and Declaring an Emergency. • Resolution 2026-R-05-E: Adopting 2027 Tax Budget and Declaring an Emergency. • Resolution 2026-R-06-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into an Agreement of Cooperation with Hamilton County, Ohio Pursuant to Provisions of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (as Amended …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

City Council

Sharonville City Council to hold public hearing on 2027 Tax Budget

City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2027 Tax Budget. The meeting includes several proposed ordinances for capital fund appropriations and construction contracts for city projects.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2027 tax budget and nine emergency items, including Project Mustang incentive.

The Sharonville City Council unanimously approved the 2027 tax budget and nine emergency ordinances and resolutions, including a Job Creation Incentive Grant for Project Mustang (a new headquarters expected to create 216-238 jobs), funding for the Fields Ertel Intersection Improvement Project, a $2,310,000 guaranteed maximum price contract for public works facility renovations, and a resolution reaffirming the city's pro-housing policy. The council also approved an ordinance for additional hydraulic mapping related to FEMA floodplain revisions. All items were passed with no discussion, and Councilmember Cox abstained from the vote on the FEMA mapping ordinance.

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CITY COUNCIL – PUBLIC HEARING & REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. PUBLIC HEARING – 2027 Tax Budget 2. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING 3. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Sue Knight 4. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit (Absent with Notice: Law Director Charles Lippert) 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – May 26, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 6. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Recognition: Annmarie Schultz, MND Valedictorian ii. Mayor’s Court Report - May b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Public Works Director – Steve Busam 7. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 8. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 9. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinances 2026-29-E, 2026-30-E, 2026-31-E, 2026-32-E, 2026- 33-E, and Resolutions 2026-R-05-E, 2026-R-06-E, 2026-R-07- E, 2026-R-08-E 10.UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None 11.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2 …
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President Paul Culter called the regular Sharonville Council meeting of June 23, 2026 to order at 7:00 p.m. A prayer of intention for everyone’s safekeeping during the 4th of July and a moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Sue Knight. 1. ROLL CALL a. In attendance for Roll Call were Council Members: Dave Koch, Amy Sharpshair, Blaise Cittadino, Glen Lovitt, Bob Cox, Sue Knight, and Paul Schmidt. Also in attendance were Mayor Kevin Hardman, President Paul Culter, Safety Service Director Jim Lukas, Law Director Charles Lippert, Auditor Ed Cunningham, Treasurer Kurt Irey, and Department Heads: Finance Director Scott McKeehan, Public Works Director Steve Busam, Director David McCandless, and Police Chief Jim Nesbit. 2. PUBLIC HEARING: 2027 TAX BUDGET a. A public hearing was held to introduce the 2027 tax budget as required by law. President Culter called the public hearing to order at 7:04 p.m. Finance Director Scott McKeehan provided an overview, explaining that the budget, filed with the county auditor, demonstrates the city’s solvency and ensures compliance with state requirements. If the auditor determined the city was not financially solvent, a tax millage could be imposed, though this is rare. More detailed budget work will begin in August. No questions were raised, no public comments were offered. President Culter closed the public hearing at 7:05 p.m. 3. MINUTES a. The Minutes from the regular council meeting of May 26, 2026 were approved …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Variance request for oversized detached garage at 9952 Jane Court

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Steven Ruben to build a detached garage exceeding maximum height and floor area limits at 9952 Jane Court. The property is zoned R1-A Residential Single Family. The applicant seeks a 3-foot height variance to 17 feet and a 900-square-foot floor area variance to 1,500 square feet. Staff recommends potential conditions including building permit prerequisite and architectural compatibility.

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✓ Decided: Board tables detached garage request and approves prior meeting minutes

The Board approved the written summary and audio recording of the May 13, 2026 meeting. A request to build a detached garage larger than 600 sq ft at 9952 Jane Court was unanimously tabled. No other actions were taken.

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City of amas an at 513.563.0033 Sharonville somite oe el shorenvite, Oh a8 4 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA June 10", 2026 6:30pm 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording May 13th 2026 4. Old Business 5. New Business 1. Request to build a detached garage greater than 14 feet in height and greater than 600 square feet in floor area at 9952 Jane Court — Steven Ruben 6. Discussion 7. Adjourn cityofsharonville.com ha City of Lo ‘lle 515.565.0035 S a ro nvi e Sharonville Municipal Building COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Sharonville, Obie 45241 =< 4 os STAFF SUMMARY For the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting of June 10, 2026 To: Board of Zoning Appeals From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to build a detached garage greater than 14 feet in height and 600 square feet in floor area at 9952 Jane Court Applicant: Steven Ruben Date: June 1, 2026 The Applicant, Steven Ruben, is requesting relief from Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c to exceed the maximum height and floor area of a residential accessory structure. The property is zoned R1-A, Residential Single Family. The property is in the Butler County portion of Sharonville off McCauly Road. Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c establishes the maximum height of a residential accessory structure at 14 feet. The Applicant is requesting a variance of 3 feet for a height of 17 feet, measured from the peak. Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c establishes a maximum floor …
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BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MINUTES OF MEETINGS June 10, 2026 Mr. Daniel Kloppenburg called the regular Sharonville Board of Zoning Appeals meeting of June 10th, 2026 to order at 6:30 p.m. Roll Call In attendance for the roll call were Board of Zoning Appeals members: Mr. Daniel Kloppenburg, Mr. Matt Eggenberger, Mrs. Franca Burton, Mr. Steve Marshall, Mr. Casey Carrigan and Mr. Rob Tankersley. Mr. Mike Chaney was absent with notice. Also in attendance were Community Development staff Mr. John Creech (Community Development Director), Ms. Kimberly Price (Administrative Specialist), Mr. Gabriel Rhoads (City Planner), and Ms. Nia Brown (Community Development Intern). Council Member Dave Koch was in attendance on behalf of Sharonville City Council. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording The written summary of minutes and audio recording from the regular Board of Zoning Appeals meeting of May 13th, 2026, were approved as distributed. Old Business None New Business Request to build a detached garage greater than 600 square feet in area and greater than 14 feet in height at 9952 Jane Court - Steven Ruben o Mr. Rhoads presented the request and supporting information to the Board. o Mr. Ruben addressed the Board and elaborated on the circumstanced behind the request. o Mr. Kloppenburg asked Mr. Ruben if he had a back up plan if the garage wasn’t approved as presented. Mr. Ruben stated that the height would have to be similar due to the size of the rac …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider 8-ft privacy fence variance at 3295 E Sharon Road

The Planning Commission will hear two main items: a request to amend an approved site plan to allow an 8-foot privacy fence (above the 6-foot maximum) at 3295 E Sharon Road (tabled from May), and a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a food truck at 4001 Hauck Road. Staff recommends approval of both with conditions.

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ha y of LE “le 513.563.0033 Sharonville telecelasleaies ee snr, Om aba 4 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA June 10", 2026 7:30 pm 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording May 13, 2026 4. Old Business 1. Request to amend approved site plan to install an 8 foot tall privacy fence along the south property line at 3295 E Sharon Road — David Powell of Swings-N-Things 5. New Business 1. Request for Conditional Use Permit for Food Truck Operations at 4001 Hauck Road — Iven Bartolon 6. Discussion/ Other Business 7. Adjourn cityofsharonville.com ha City of LE “lle 513.563.0033 S a ro nvl e Sharonville Municipal Building COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Sharonville OMe Asal wey” —<“d STAFF SUMMARY For the Planning Commission Meeting of June 10, 2026 To: Planning Commission From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to amend approved site development plan to install an 8 foot tall privacy fence along the south property line at 3295 E Sharon Road Applicant: David Powell of Swings-N-Things Date: June 2, 2026 (This item was tabled at the May 13, 2026 meeting, as the Applicant was not in attendance at the meeting) This is a request to amend an approved site plan for the property at 3295 E Sharon Road to install an 8 foot tall privacy fence between the property and abutting residential properties on Ohio Avenue. A Conditional Use Permit was issued by the Planning Commission for Outdoor Displays and Sales of Playground Equipment and Basket …
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Tue May 26, 2026

Legislation

Council seeks federal grant for Sharon Road railroad crossing elimination

At its May 26, 2026 special meeting, the Sharonville City Council approved three ordinances/resolutions. These include a capital fund appropriation for culvert repairs, a grant application to eliminate the Sharon Road railroad crossing, and reaffirmation of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. All items were declared emergencies.

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At the Special Sharonville Council Meeting on May 26, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-27-E: Amending 2026 Appropriations for 401 Capital Fund, Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Bid and Award a Contract for Culvert Repairs, and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-28-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Prepare and Submit a Funding Application to the United States Department of Transportation for Railroad Crossing Eliminations (Crossing Safety) Grant Program Funds for the Sharon Road Railroad Crossing and Declaring an Emergency. • Resolution 2026-R-04-E: Reaffirming the City of Sharonville 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Declaring an Emergency The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Tue May 26, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on grant for Sharon Road railroad crossing elimination

The Sharonville City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 26, 2026. Key actions include a first reading of an emergency ordinance to apply for a federal grant to eliminate the Sharon Road railroad crossing, second and third readings of an ordinance for culvert repairs and a resolution reaffirming the city's 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The council will also recognize Princeton High School top 20 students from Sharonville.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING May 26, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Glen Lovitt 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES –May 5, 2026 Special Council Meeting & May 12, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Hamilton County Commissioner Denise Driehaus - partnerships with the County ii. Recognition: Sharonville residents from Princeton’s Top 20 b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Law Director – Charles Lippert 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-28-E b. 2nd & 3rd Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-27-E and Resolution 2026-R-04-E 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-27-E Amending 2026 Appropriations for 401 Capital Fund, Author …
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Wed May 13, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Board will consider a height variance for a detached garage at 1754 Woodbine St

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review three variance applications at its May 13, 2026 meeting. One application seeks to exceed the 14‑foot height limit for a detached garage at 1754 Woodbine Street, proposing a structure about 20 feet tall. Additional requests include a shed setback variance at 3458 Cornell Road and a 30‑foot front‑yard chain‑link fence extension at 10966 Ohio Avenue; the board will also consider approval of the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Approved variance for 26-ft detached garage at 1754 Woodbine Street (5-1)

The Sharonville Board of Zoning Appeals approved three variances and denied one. The board approved a request to build a detached garage up to 26 feet high at 1754 Woodbine Street by a 5-1 vote, with conditions including no use as a secondary dwelling unit. They also approved a shed less than 5 feet from the property line at 3458 Cornell Road (6-0) and denied a request to extend a chain link fence 30 feet into the front yard at 10966 Ohio Avenue (4-2).

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City of ~~ waeeaees Sharonville ee 900 Reading Road COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT serosal >~</ a BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA : May 13", 2026 - 6:30pm 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording April 8th 2026 4. Old Business 5. New Business 1. Request to build a detached garage greater than 14 feet in height at 1754 Woodbine Street — William Hapner 2. Request to build shed less than 5 feet from the property line at 3458 Cornell Road — Richard Marowski 3. Request to extend existing chain link fence span 30 feet into front yard at 10966 Ohio Avenue — Thomas Gerity 6. Discussion 7A Adjourn cityofsharonville.com =< 4 a —d STAFF SUMMARY For the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting of May 13, 2026 To: Board of Zoning Appeals From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to build a detached garage greater than 14 feet in height at 1754 Woodbine Avenue Applicant: William Hapner Date: May 4, 2026 The Applicant, William Hapner, is requesting relief from Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c to exceed the maximum height of a residential accessory structure. The property is zoned R1-B, Residential Single Family. The property abuts Gorman Park on the City’s west side in the vicinity of Centerdale Road. Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1111.01c establishes the maximum height of a residential accessory structure at 14 feet. There is an existing garage on the property that will be demolished and proposed to be rebuilt with two stories, provid …
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Wed May 13, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Public hearings on conditional use permit and rezoning set for May 13

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for 6362 Joseph Street and a rezoning request for property on Spooky Hollow Road. The board will also consider a contract for engineering services and an ordinance updating fee schedules.

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✓ Decided: Approved home bakery stand permit; tabled fence request

The Commission unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for a home occupation bakery stand at 11165 Oak Street, subject to conditions including a 10-foot setback from the sidewalk, limited hours, and removal of the stand if the business ceases. A request to install an 8-foot privacy fence at 3295 E Sharon Road was tabled to June 10, 2026 because the applicant was absent. Minutes from the April 8 meeting were approved as written.

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Tue May 12, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on emergency ordinance for culvert repairs and comprehensive plan reaffirmation

The Sharonville City Council will consider two emergency items: Ordinance 2026-27-E to amend 2026 appropriations for the 401 Capital Fund and authorize the Safety-Service Director to bid and award a contract for culvert repairs, and Resolution 2026-R-04-E to reaffirm the city's 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Both require a single reading and immediate effectivity. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, committee reports, and recognition of a new police officer and a school nurse.

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✓ Decided: Council holds first readings only due to absences; no votes on ordinances

The council approved the previous meeting's minutes and heard reports on upcoming construction projects. Due to the absence of six council members, two legislative items—a culvert repair ordinance and a comprehensive plan reaffirmation resolution—received only first readings and were not passed as emergencies. No final votes or substantive decisions were taken on new business.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING May 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Bob Cox 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 28, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Swearing in: Trevor Hayes, Police Officer ii. Recognition: Franca Burton, OASN School Nurse of the Year iii. Mayor’s Court Report – April b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Law Director – Charles Lippert 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-27-E and Resolution 20260-R-04-E 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None. 10.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-27-E Amending 2026 Appropriations for 401 Capital Fund, Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Bid and Award a Contract for Culvert Repairs, and Declaring an Emergency 1st and Only Readin …
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Tue May 5, 2026

City Council

Council holds executive session, may take action

This is a special meeting with only procedural items: call to order, roll call, an executive session under Ohio law, and possible legislative action afterward. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

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CITY COUNCIL –SPECIAL MEETING May 5, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Executive Session – per ORC §121.22(G)(2) 4. Possible legislative action following the Executive Session. 5. Adjournment
Tue May 5, 2026

Legislation

Council approves emergency ordinance to buy downtown property

At a special meeting on May 5, 2026, the Sharonville City Council approved Emergency Ordinance 2026-26-E, authorizing the Safety-Service Director to execute documents for purchasing real property in downtown Sharonville and amending 2025 appropriations for the 401 capital fund. The council declared an emergency, making the ordinance effective immediately.

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At the Special Sharonville Council Meeting on May 5, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Emergency Ordinance 2026-26-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to execute any necessary documents for the purchase of certain real property located in downtown Sharonville, amending 2025 appropriations for the 401 capital fund, and declaring an emergency. The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Tue Apr 28, 2026

City Council

City Council to approve fire fighters' collective bargaining agreement

The Sharonville City Council will consider two emergency ordinances. One authorizes the Safety Service Director to contract a construction manager at risk for renovations to the Public Works Building. The other authorizes the Safety Service Director to enter contracts approving the collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 4498 for 2026‑2028. The council will also complete a two‑hour parking regulation for portions of Reading Road.

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✓ Decided: Council approves parking, public works contract, and fire union agreement

The Sharonville City Council approved three ordinances: a two-hour parking regulation for Reading Road, a contract for Public Works Building renovations, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Firefighters Union. All measures passed unanimously.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING April 28, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Kurt Irey 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 14, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Law Director – Charles Lippert h. Parks & Recreation Director – Michael Blomer 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-24-E and 2026-25-E 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-17-E Establishing a Two-Hour Parking Regulation and Authorizing Two-Hour Parking Signage on Portions of Reading Road 3rd Reading 10.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-24-E Authorizing the Safety -Service Director to Contract for Pre-Construction Services with a Construc …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Legislation

City Council approves fire fighters union contract through 2028

The City Council approved three ordinances at their April 28, 2026 meeting. These include a two-hour parking regulation on Reading Road, authorization for pre-construction services for Public Works Building renovations, and a collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 4498 covering 2026-2028.

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At their meeting on April 28, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-15: Establishing A Two-Hour Parking Regulation And Authorizing Two-Hour Parking Signage On Portions Of Reading Road. • Ordinance 2026-24-E: Authorizing The Safety-Service Director To Contract For Pre-Construction Services With A Construction Manager At Risk For Renovations To The Public Works Building And Declaring An Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-25-E: Authorizing The Safety-Service Director To Enter Into Contracts, Which The Council Of Sharonville Hereby Approves, Approving The Collective Bargaining Agreement With The International Association Of Fire Fighters Local 4498 Which Represents The City Of Sharonville Professional Fire Fighters Bargaining Units For January 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2028 And Declaring An Emergency. The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Legislation

Council approves transit funding application and street repair contracts

At its April 14 meeting, the Sharonville City Council approved three ordinances. Ordinance 2026-17-E authorizes applying for transit infrastructure funds for the Kemper Road Improvement Project. Ordinance 2026-22-E authorizes contracts for the 2026 Street Repair, Preventative Maintenance, and Concrete Curb and Sidewalk Repair Programs. Ordinance 2026-23-E authorizes filing arbitrage rebate forms and amends appropriations for the Convention Center Expansion Fund. All ordinances include an emergency declaration.

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At their meeting on April 14, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-17-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Prepare and Submit a Funding Application to The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) For Transit Infrastructure Funds for The Kemper Road Improvement Project and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-22-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into Contracts for the 2026 Street Repair Program, 2026 Street Preventative Maintenance Program, 2026 Concrete Curb and Sidewalk Repair Program, And Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-23-E: Authorizing the Finance Director to Execute and File Arbitrage Rebate Forms, amending 2026 Appropriations for the 607 Convention Center Expansion Fund, And Declaring an Emergency The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Tue Apr 14, 2026

City Council

Council to consider ordinances for street repair, sidewalk programs, and transit funding

Council will consider several ordinances including a two-hour parking restriction on Reading Road, a funding application to SORTA for the Kemper Road improvement project, and contracts for the 2026 street repair, preventative maintenance, and curb/sidewalk programs. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Princeton High School basketball team and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves street repair contracts and transit funding application

City Council approved contracts for the 2026 street repair, concrete curb, and sidewalk programs. The council also authorized a funding application for transit infrastructure for the Kemper Road project and appropriated $80,000 for a tax rebate filing.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING April 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Ed Cunningham 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – March 31, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Proclamation: Princeton High School Varsity Boys Basketball ii. Mayor’s Court Report – March b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Law Director – Charles Lippert 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinances 2026-22-E and 2026-23-E b. 2nd & 3rd Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-17-E 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-15 Establishing a Two -Hour Parking Regulation and Authorizing Two-Hour Parking Signage on Portions of Reading Road 2nd Reading b. Ordinance 2026-17-E Authorizing the Safety -Service Director to Prepar …
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Wed Apr 8, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Board to consider reducing front yard parking setback from 10' to 0' at 11959 Tramway Drive

The Board of Zoning Appeals is deciding a variance request to reduce the required front yard parking setback from 10 feet to 0 feet at 11959 Tramway Drive, a property purchased by the City of Sharonville for the Public Works Department. The applicant proposes 17 employee parking spaces along Mustafa Drive, citing insufficient on-site parking due to turning radius needs for city vehicles. The board may impose conditions such as wheel stops and a zoning permit.

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✓ Decided: Board approves parking setback reduction at 11959 Tramway Drive

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to reduce the front yard parking setback from 10 feet to 0 feet at 11959 Tramway Drive. The approval was granted by a 4-3 vote with specific conditions.

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City of #4 ao . h ill 513.563.0033 a ro Nn VI e Sharonville Municipal Building ie sharonvie Oh 4658 4 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA April 8", 2026 6:30pm 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording February 9th 2026 4, Old Business 5. New Business 1. Request to reduce required front yard parking setback from 10’ to 0’ feet at 11959 Tramway Drive — David Clark of MSP Design on behalf of City of Sharonville 6. Discussion 7. Adjourn cityofsharonville.com City of LP 513.563.0033 Sharo wile sonnet ne COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Sharonville Ohio oe >< 4 eS STAFF SUMMARY For the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting of April 8, 2026 To: Board of Zoning Appeals From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to reduce the required front yard parking setback from 10’ to 0’ feet at 11959 Tramway Drive Applicant: David Clark of MSP Design on behalf of City of Sharonville Date: April 1, 2026 The applicant, David Clark, is requesting relief from Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1121.03 to reduce the required front yard parking setback to 0’. The property is zoned GI, General Industrial. The property was purchased by the City of Sharonville for the Public Works Department to occupy and serve as their main office and garage. Sharonville Zoning Ordinance 1121.03 requires that vehicular use areas in the front yard in the GI zoning district be setback a minimum of 10’ from the street. This property is on the corner of Tramway and Mustafa Drive. …
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Wed Apr 8, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Planning Commission to consider floodplain variance for Flavor Producers addition at 2429 E Kemper Road

The Sharonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two new business items: a request for permanent approval of a home occupation bread stand at 10946 Main Street, and a request for a floodplain variance for a 12,780-square-foot building addition at 2429 E Kemper Road to connect two existing buildings with a floor elevation below the base flood elevation. Staff recommends approval for both items subject to conditions. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 11, 2026 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves home occupation and floodplain variance

The Sharonville Planning Commission approved a home occupation at 10946 Main Street and a floodplain variance for a building addition at 2429 E Kemper Road. Both requests were approved unanimously with specific conditions.

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City of LS lle 513.563.0033 SHaroeNill Sharonville Municipal Building SS shorenvite, Oh 48a 4 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA April 8", 2026 7:00 pm 1. Call to Order 2. _ Roll Call 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes Written Summary and Audio Recording March 11, 2026 4. Old Business 5. New Business 1. Request to continue home occupation at 10946 Main Street — Caitlyn Grossmann 2. Request for Floodplain Variance for building addition at 2429 E Kemper Road — Jeff Shaffer on behalf of Flavor Producers 6. Discussion/ Other Business 7. Adjourn cityofsharonville.com City of aa LEON 513.563,0033 Sharonville | smite Pete GPIENT sharonvie Shs aoa <4 “wy STAFF SUMMARY For the Planning Commission Meeting of April 8, 2026 To: Planning Commission From: Gabriel Rhoads Subject: Request to continue operation of Home Occupation at 10946 Main Street Applicant: Caitlyn Grossmann Date: April 1, 2026 This is a follow-up from a temporary 6 month approval issued by the Planning Commission on October 8 2025. The Applicant was required to return to the Planning Commission 6 months out from the date of approval to follow up with the Commission. The request was approved with the following conditions of approval: 1. Bread stand shall be no less than 10 feet from public sidewalk and maintained in good repair and replaced as necessary. 2. Customer pick up permitted for 2 days per week and from 9 am to 6 pm. 3. There shall be no parking of vehicles outside of the existing driveway. The Appli …
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Tue Mar 31, 2026

Legislation

City Council approves police collective bargaining agreements and emergency measures

The Sharonville City Council approved six ordinances at its March 31, 2026 meeting. These include amendments to city appropriations, a contract for the Public Works Building renovation, funding for police canine equipment, a new collective‑bargaining agreement for police officers and sergeants, changes to hookah lounge regulations, and a secured loan to purchase 3317 Creek Road. Several items were declared emergencies.

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At their meeting on March 31, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-14: Amending 2026 Appropriations for Various Funds and Authorize Establishing a New Fund. • Ordinance 2026-16-E: Ratifying Contract for Design and Administration of the Public Works Building Renovation, Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into Modification of the Same Contract, and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-18-E: Accepting Funds from Sharonfest and Appropriating for the Purchase of Police Canine Equipment and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-19-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into Contracts, which the Council of Sharonville Hereby Approves, Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, Inc., which Represents the City of Sharonville Patrol Officers and Sergeants Bargaining Units for January 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2028, and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-20-E: Amending Business Regulation Code Chapter 732 Regarding Hookah Lounges within the City of Sharonville and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-21-E: Amending Appropriations and Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into a Secured Loan Agreement to Facilitate the Acquisition of 3317 Creek Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45241, Located in the Downtown Area of Sharonville, Consistent with the Authorizations and Approvals of Council as Authorized in O …
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Tue Mar 31, 2026

City Council

Council considers police contracts and Reading Road parking changes

Sharonville City Council will discuss several ordinances, including new collective bargaining agreements for patrol officers and sergeants. The body is also reviewing parking regulations for Reading Road and funding for the Kemper Road Improvement Project.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved new police collective bargaining agreements (Ordinance 2026-19-E)

The Sharonville City Council passed several ordinances, including Ordinance 2026-19-E establishing new collective bargaining agreements for police officers and sergeants with specified pay increases and a shift change to 12‑hour schedules. It also approved Ordinance 2026-14 for additional funds for the water main replacement on Cornell Road, Ordinance 2026-15 for two‑hour parking on Reading Road, Ordinance 2026-16-E converting the public works contract to a Construction Manager at Risk model, and Ordinance 2026-20-E amending the hookah lounge ordinance with licensing deadlines. All motions were approved unanimously and no unfinished business remained.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING March 31, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Blaise Cittadino 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – February 24, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Jessica Miranda, Hamilton County Auditor – 2025 Annual Report ii. Mayor’s Court Report - February b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas i. Officer Altman – Book ii. Summary of Legislation c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Law Director – Charles Lippert 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinances 2026-14, 2026-16-E, 2026-18-E, 2026-19-E, 2026-20-E 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None. 10.NEW BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-14 Amending 2026 Appropriations for Various Funds and Authorize Establishing a New Fund 1st and On …
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President Paul Culter called the regular Sharonville Council meeting of March 31, 2026 to order at 7:00 p.m. A moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Blaise Cittadino and a Girl Scout Troop from St. Michael’s School. 1. ROLL CALL a. In attendance for Roll Call were Council Members: Dave Koch, Blaise Cittadino, Amy Sharpshair, Glen Lovitt, Bob Cox, Sue Knight and Paul Schmidt. Also in attendance were Mayor Kevin Hardman, President Paul Culter, Safety Service Director Jim Lukas, Law Director Charles Lippert, Auditor Ed Cunningham, Treasurer Kurt Irey, and Department Heads: Finance Director Scott McKeehan, Public Works Director Steve Busam, Economic Development Director David McCandless, and Police Chief Jim Nesbit. 2. MINUTES a. The Minutes from the regular council meeting of February 24, 2026 were approved as written and distributed. 3. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. MAYOR – KEVIN HARDMAN i. Hamilton County Auditor Jessica Miranda was originally scheduled to present a report but was unable to attend due to illness. Her presentation will be rescheduled for a later date. ii. The city recently held a community celebration honoring Olympic Gold Medalist Connor Curran upon his return home, where he shared his gold medal and stories with residents. He was also recognized at Opening Day. iii. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at Flavor Producers for a new building and expanded production capabilities, which will bring new jobs to Sharonville. The CEO o …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026

Legislation

City Council authorizes emergency demolition contract for 11141 Main St

The Sharonville City Council approved five items at its February 24, 2026 meeting. These include a new business regulation code for hookah lounges, an amendment to the city’s codified ordinances, and several emergency actions related to the Upper Grove Project and demolition of a property on Main Street. All approvals were made through ordinances or a resolution that declare emergencies.

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At their meeting on February 24, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-04-E: Enacting New Business Regulation Code Chapter 732 Regarding Hookah Lounges Within the City of Sharonville and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-09: An Ordinance Approving the Editing and Inclusion of Certain Ordinance as Parts of the Various Component Codes of the Codified Ordinances of Sharonville, Ohio. • Ordinance 2026-12-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Award a Contract Regarding Demolition of 11141 Main Street and Declaring an Emergency. • Ordinance 2026-13-E: Amending 2026 Appropriations for the Upper Grove Project, Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into a Contract for Design and Administration of the Upper Grove Project, and Declaring an Emergency. • Resolution 2026-R-03-E: Adopting the Upper Grove Renovation Concept and Declaring an Emergency. The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.
Tue Feb 24, 2026

City Council

Council to approve demolition contract for 11141 Main St and Upper Grove funding

The Sharonville City Council will consider several ordinances and a resolution, including a demolition contract for 11141 Main Street and funding changes for the Upper Grove Project. A voice vote will address the Hookah Lounge regulation ordinance. Rule suspension motions will make three items effective immediately. Residents will also have an opportunity to speak before the council.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $2 M Upper Grove Park renovation contract and demolition of 11141 Main St

The council unanimously passed several ordinances, including changes to the Hookah Lounge code (Ordinance 2026-04-E) and routine code updates (Ordinance 2026-09). It also approved Ordinance 2026-12-E to authorize demolition of 11141 Main Street and Ordinance 2026-13-E to contract MSP for the Upper Grove/Gower East park renovation, adopting the project concept in Resolution 2026-R-03-E. All motions were adopted by voice vote with unanimous approval.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING February 24, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – President Pro Tem Glen Lovitt 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Amy Sharpshair 3. ROLL CALL – President Pro Tem Glen Lovitt 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – February 10, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Swearing-In and Promotion Recognition: Marcus Roose, Fire Lieutenant b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President Pro Tem– Glen Lovitt d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit (Absent with notice) e. Auditor – Ed Cunningham f. Treasurer – Kurt Irey g. Law Director – Charles Lippert h. Fire Chief – Dan Sunderman 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. VOICE VOTE a. Motion to take from the table Ordinance 2026-04-E regarding Hookah Lounge regulation codes. b. Motion to accept the amendments to Ordinance 2026-04-E. 9. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ord …
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President Paul Culter called the regular Sharonville Council meeting of February 24, 2026 to order at 7:00 p.m. A moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Amy Sharpshair. 1. ROLL CALL a. In attendance for Roll Call were Council Members: Blaise Cittadino, Amy Sharpshair, Dave Koch, Glen Lovitt, Bob Cox, Sue Knight, and Paul Schmidt. Also in attendance were Mayor Kevin Hardman, Safety Service Director Jim Lukas, Auditor Ed Cunningham, Treasurer Kurt Irey. Absent with notice were: President Paul Culter, Law Director Charles Lippert, and Clerk of Council Teri Bucheit. 2. MINUTES a. The Minutes from the regular council meeting of February 10, 2026 were approved as written and distributed. 3. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. MAYOR – KEVIN HARDMAN i. Mayor Hardman invited Fire Chief Sunderman and Marcus Roose to the front for a recognition ceremony. Marcus Roose was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in the Fire Department. His service history was acknowledged and was sworn in by the mayor. Lt. Roose was celebrated by his family and fellow firefighters in the audience. 4. RECESS a. At 7:05 p.m. Mayor Hardman called for quick recess so those attending could celebrate Lt. Roose’s swearing-in ceremony and take pictures. The meeting reconvened at 7:10 p.m. 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS (cont’d) a. MAYOR – KEVIN HARDMAN (cont’d) i. Congratulations were extended to Sharonville’s Olympic gold medalist Connor Curran. Plans are underway to honor him upon his return …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026

City Council

Council to consider grant applications for BUILD and Economic Impact Program

The Sharonville City Council will vote on an ordinance authorizing the Safety‑Service Director to apply for a BUILD grant and a resolution supporting an application to the Hamilton County Economic Impact Program grant, both with emergency declarations. The meeting also includes rule suspension motions for those items and unfinished business on a hookah lounge regulation and ordinance editing. Standard reports, committee updates, and resident comment periods are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved a BUILD grant ordinance and an EIP grant resolution

The Sharonville City Council approved Ordinance 2026-11-E, authorizing the Safety‑Service Director to apply for a DOT BUILD grant, and Resolution 2026‑R‑02‑E, supporting an Economic Impact Program grant application. Both measures were adopted by unanimous roll‑call vote after a rule‑suspension motion also passed unanimously. The council also tabled Ordinance 2026‑04‑E on hookah lounges until February 24 2026.

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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING February 10, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Sharonville Municipal Building – Council Chambers 10900 Reading Road AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER – Paul Culter 2. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE – Dave Koch 3. ROLL CALL – Teri Bucheit 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – January 27, 2026 Regular Council Meeting 5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. Mayor – Kevin Hardman i. Mayor’s Court Report - January b. Safety Service Director – Jim Lukas c. President of Council – Paul Culter d. Clerk of Council – Teri Bucheit e. Law Director – Charles Lippert 6. RESIDENTS DESIRING TO BE HEARD BEFORE COUNCIL (Residents desiring the opportunity to be heard before Council are limited to five minutes unless extended by the President of Council, per section 121.17 of the Sharonville Codified Ordinances.) 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEES a. Budget & Finance – Dave Koch b. Project Oversight – Dave Koch c. Community Development – Amy Sharpshair d. Community Services – Glen Lovitt e. Honored Citizens – Sue Knight f. Law & Public Safety – Paul Schmidt 8. RULE SUSPENSION MOTIONS a. 1st & Only Reading Immediate Effectivity Ordinance 2026-11-E and Resolution 2026-R-02-E 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance 2026-04-E Enacting New Business Regulation Code Chapter 732 Regarding Hookah Lounges Within the City of Sharonville and Declaring an Emergency 3rd Reading b. Ordinance 2026-09 An Ordinance Approving the Editing and Inclusion of Certain Ordinance as Parts of the Various Component Codes of the Codified Ordinances of Shar …
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President Paul Culter called the regular Sharonville Council meeting of February 10, 2026 to order at 7:00 p.m. A moment of silence was led by Dave Koch followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Camden from Evendale Boy Scouts Troop 598. 1. ROLL CALL a. In attendance for Roll Call were Council Members: Blaise Cittadino, Amy Sharpshair, Dave Koch, Glen Lovitt, Bob Cox, Sue Knight, and Paul Schmidt. Also in attendance were Mayor Kevin Hardman, President Paul Culter, Safety Service Director Jim Lukas, Law Director Charles Lippert, Auditor Ed Cunningham, and Department Heads: Finance Director Scott McKeehan, Public Works Director Steve Busam, Economic Development Director David McCandless, Police Chief Jim Nesbit, and Fire Chief Dan Sunderman. Treasurer Kurt Irey was absent with notice. 2. MINUTES a. The Minutes from the regular council meeting of January 27, 2026 were approved as written and distributed. 3. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a. MAYOR – KEVIN HARDMAN i. Mayor’s Court revenue collected for the month of January was received and the report is attached to the minutes. ii. Announced Connor Curran, who was a Sharonville resident, will be making an appearance in the 2026 Olympics skiing qualifier on February 17. b. SAFETY SERVICE DIRECTOR – JIM LUKAS i. Encouragement extended to everyone to attend Rita’s opening tomorrow if able. ii. Legislative items presented for council consideration: 1. Ordinance 2026-04-E deals with Hookah Lounges and it was requested to be tabled to dis …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026

Legislation

City Council approves grant applications and emergency declarations

The Sharonville City Council approved Ordinance 2026-11-E, which authorizes the Safety-Service Director to apply for a BUILD grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, accept any awarded funds, and declare an emergency. The Council also approved Resolution 2026-R-02-E, which supports an application to the Hamilton County Office of Economic Development for Economic Impact Program grant funds and declares an emergency.

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At their meeting on February 10, 2026, the City Council approved the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolutions: • Ordinance 2026-11-E: Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Apply for a Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Through the United States Department of Transportation and, if Awarded, Accept Grant Funds, and Declaring an Emergency. • Resolution 2026-R-02-E: Supporting an Application to the Hamilton County Office of Economic Development for Economic Impact Program (EIP) Grant Funds and Declaring an Emergency. The complete text of each Ordinance or Resolution may be obtained or viewed at the office of the City Council Clerk of the City of Sharonville. The above summary of approved Ordinances and/or Resolutions is accurate and sufficient for publication under the Ohio Revised Code and, as such, is being forwarded to the City Council Clerk for publication.

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💰 Federal awards (top 2 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$38,368DUBOIS CHEMICALS, INC
Department of Defense · PENETRATE ULTRA LIQUID
$16,800DUBOIS CHEMICALS, INC
Department of Transportation · IGF::OT::IGF CHEMICAL FOR WATER TREATMENT @ TRACON

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Hamilton County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments21,087 (529,211 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,287/mo (27 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.7% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.399
All kids
0.380
Black kids
0.314

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