Sunbury public meetings in 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission is meeting to consider a plan amendment for Local Provisions LLC and a minor lot split for Wilcox Communities. The agenda also includes a preliminary presentation from Ohio Fund LLC and the review of November meeting minutes.

• Plan amendment for Local Provisions LLC
• Minor lot split for Wilcox Communities
• Preliminary presentation from Ohio Fund LLC
• Review of November 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• December 2024 Zoning Report

The Sunbury Planning and Zoning Commission approved two amendments to planned developments: one for Local Provision LLC and one for Wilcox Communities, both by unanimous votes. The commission also heard a preliminary presentation from Ohio Fund LLC about future development plans, but took no action on it.

• Approved Amendment to Planned Development – Local Provision LLC (all yeas)
• Approved Amendment to Planned Development – Wilcox Communities (all yeas)
• Approved November 25, 2024 minutes with corrections (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss updates to a utility rate study and compare budgeting software. The meeting includes a review of year-to-date income tax collections and bank balances.

• Utility Rate Study Update
• Budgeting software comparisons
• Year-to-date income tax collections totaling $4,811,801
• Bank balances totaling $21,267,661.68 as of 11/30/2024

The Sunbury Finance Committee reviewed budgeting software options and recommended ClearGov, which has lower costs than alternatives. They also discussed a proposed 3.5% annual sewer rate increase and adjustments to tap fees. The committee approved the November minutes with corrections. No final decisions were made on the software or rate changes; these were recommendations for future action.

• Approved November 20, 2024 minutes with corrections (6 yeas)
• Recommended ClearGov budgeting software (annual ~$1,000, waived setup fees)
• Discussed proposed 3.5% annual sewer rate increase
• Discussed tap fee adjustments and new 5/8-inch meter rate

Council

Sunbury City Council is meeting to discuss the 2025 annual budget and employee wages. The agenda also includes proposals for wastewater treatment and land use changes including a rezoning and an annexation.

• ORD 2025.01: Annual Budget 2025
• ORD 2025.02: Wage Salary Ordinance
• ORD 2024.31: Woodland Lake Rezoning (60.588 acres)
• ORD 2024.32: O.H.I.O. Real Estate Acquisition I LLC Annexation (93.1 acres)
• RES 2024.19: CT Consultants Proposal For Wastewater Treatment

The Sunbury City Council approved the 2025 appropriations ordinance and the wage and salary structure, both unanimously. It also accepted a state grant for JR Smith Park improvements, including a splash pad and picnic pavilion, with matching funds. Several appointments were made to boards and commissions, and a resolution for wastewater treatment plant engineering services remained tabled.

• Approved 2025 appropriations ordinance (7-0)
• Adopted 2025 wage and salary structure (7-0)
• Accepted ODNR grant for JR Smith Park improvements (7-0)
• Appointed Dave Martin to BST&G Fire Board
• Approved Bricker Graydon Engagement Letter for Charter Review Commission (7-0)
• Appointed members to Charter Review Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Marc Long to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Randy Rentz and Drew Duris to Board of Zoning Appeals (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance applications for two properties. The board will also review the minutes from the November 18, 2024, meeting.

• Variance request for 368 Fayburrow Drive
• Variance request for 376 E Cherry Street
• Approval of November 18, 2024, meeting minutes

The Sunbury Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for a privacy fence at 368 Fayburrow Drive and approved a variance request for 376 E. Cherry Street with amendments, both by recorded votes. The board also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting.

• Approved variance request for 368 Fayburrow Drive (all yeas)
• Approved variance request for 376 E. Cherry Street with amendments (4-1)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting (all yeas)

Parks & Recreation

The Sunbury Parks and Recreation Committee will review and likely approve the minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting. The meeting will then focus on new business, including signage for the disc golf course and plans for an electric vehicle charging station. A monthly park update will also be presented.

• Disc golf course signage approval
• Electric vehicle charging station discussion
• Monthly park update presentation

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee will discuss a preliminary utility rate study from Baker Tilly and a design services update for the SR37 widening project. The committee will also consider approving the November 6 meeting minutes.

• Utility Rate Study – Baker Tilly preliminary report
• SR37 Widening Project – American Structurepoint design services

Council

Council will conduct a public hearing on the Woodland Lake rezoning (ORD 2024.31) and consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including the 2025 annual budget (ORD 2025.01), a wage salary ordinance (ORD 2025.02), contracts for wastewater treatment and design services, a business park resolution, a grant award acceptance, and a 93.1-acre annexation. Reports from the police, administrator, and engineer will also be presented.

• Public hearing on Woodland Lake rezoning (60.588 acres) under ORD 2024.31
• RES 2024.19 approving CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment
• RES 2024.26 establishing Sunbury Business and Technology Park
• ORD 2025.01 adopting the 2025 annual budget
• ORD 2024.32 accepting annexation of 93.1 acres from O.H.I.O. Real Estate Acquisition I LLC

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunbury Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two rezoning/development plan applications: Kiwi Clubhouse daycare on Cherry Street and Northport Residential Hotel. They will also hear a conditional use request at 157 S Vernon Street and a minor lot split for Kephart Fisher LLC. The commission will review and approve the October 2024 meeting minutes and the November zoning report.

• Rezoning and development plan for Kiwi Clubhouse daycare on Cherry Street
• Conditional use request at 157 S Vernon Street
• Rezoning and development plan for Northport Residential Hotel
• Minor lot split application for Kephart Fisher LLC
• Approval of October 2024 meeting minutes and November zoning report

Finance Committee

The committee will review the 2025 Draft Budget (first reading) and a draft 2025 Wage Ordinance. Other items include budgeting software comparisons, public records/social media archiving/ADA compliance, quarterly investment review, YTD comparison reports, and bank reconciliation. Year-to-date income tax collections through October 2024 total $4,417,636, a 12.9% increase over 2023. Bank balances as of October 31, 2024, stand at $20,743,049.64.

• 2025 Draft Budget review #4 (first reading)
• 2025 Wage Ordinance - DRAFT
• Budgeting software comparisons
• Public Records / Social Media Archiving / ADA compliance discussion
• Year-to-date income tax collections: $4,417,636 total through Oct 2024 (12.9% increase)

Council

The Sunbury City Council is set to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including the 2025 annual budget (ORD 2025.01) and a Community Reinvestment Area agreement (ORD 2024.30) that would grant a property tax exemption. Other action items include approving a contract amendment with CT Consultants for wastewater treatment construction services (RES 2024.19), design services from American Structurepoint for SR37 (RES 2024.27), and a resolution for the Sunbury Business and Technology Park (RES 2024.26). The agenda also includes routine reports from the police, administrator, and engineer.

• ORD 2025.01: Annual Budget for 2025
• ORD 2024.30: Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreement with property tax exemption (Exhibit D)
• RES 2024.19: Approving CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment (Amendment No. 3, construction services)
• RES 2024.27: Approving American Structurepoint design services for SR37
• RES 2024.26: Resolution for Sunbury Business and Technology Park

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss the Math Walk Project with teachers from Big Walnut Middle School. The meeting also includes a monthly park update.

• Math Walk Project presentation by Alisha Sleeper and Laura Boening
• Monthly Park Update

Services

The Services Committee will consider stormwater management legislation and program implementation, review engineering and planning master project tracking, and receive updates on the SR37 widening project and utility rate study. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public visitor time.

• Stormwater management legislation and program implementation
• Engineering and planning master project tracking
• SR37 widening project update
• Utility rate study project update

Council

The Council will review reports from the police, administrator, and engineers. The body is considering resolutions regarding wastewater treatment services and a grant for the Ohio to Erie Trail.

• RES 2024.19: CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment
• RESOLUTION 2024.24: Ohio to Erie Trail grant acceptance

Council

Sunbury City Council will consider multiple resolutions and ordinances at its October 30 meeting. Items include approving CT Consultants' proposal for wastewater treatment, accepting the lowest bid for Walnut Street stabilization, accepting a grant for the Ohio to Erie Trail, leasing a police vehicle, and amending appropriations. A rezoning ordinance for the SGB Fund is also on the agenda.

• RES 2024.19 – Approving CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment
• RES 2024.21 – Accepting lowest and best bid for Walnut Street stabilization
• RESOLUTION 2024.24 – Ohio to Erie Trail grant acceptance
• RESOLUTION 2024.25 – Police vehicle lease from Crown of Dublin
• ORD 2024.29 – SGB Fund rezoning

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several development proposals, including a conditional use at 157 S Vernon Street, rezoning and planned district for Woodland Lake, rezoning and planned development for Northport Residential Hotel, an industrial site plan for Ohashi USA addition, and a preliminary presentation for Kiwi Clubhouse. The agenda also includes approval of August and September meeting minutes and a zoning report for October.

• 157 S Vernon Street – conditional use application
• Woodland Lake – rezoning and planned district
• Northport Residential Hotel – rezoning and planned development
• Ohashi USA addition – industrial site plan
• Kiwi Clubhouse – preliminary presentation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunbury Planning and Zoning Commission (BZA) will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 376 E Cherry Street. The board also will vote on approval of minutes from the July 15, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on variance application for 376 E Cherry Street
• Approval of July 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2025 Street Improvement Program. The committee will also approve minutes from October 2, 2024, and receive other services updates.

• Discussion of the 2025 Street Improvement Program

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the third draft of the 2025 budget and the third amendment to 2024 appropriations. They will also discuss whether to lease or purchase vehicles, and receive updates on Section 139, year-to-date comparisons, and bank reconciliation. Income tax collections through September total $3.98 million, up 15.7% from 2023.

• 2025 Draft Budget review #3
• 2024 Amended Appropriations #3
• Vehicle Lease vs. Purchase discussion
• Year-to-date income tax collections up 15.7% to $3,979,904
• Bank balance of $20,581,994.05 as of September 30, 2024

Council

The Council is meeting to vote on land annexations and a rezoning request. The body will also review bids for street stabilization and wastewater treatment services, as well as grant applications and budget appropriations.

• Ord 2024.28: Annexation of 60.836 acres at Medellin and Diamond
• Ord 2024.27: Annexation of 6.4 acres
• Ord 2024.29: SGB Fund rezoning with public hearing
• Res 2024.21: Lowest bid for Walnut Street Stabilization
• Res 2024.19: CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss new business and receive a monthly park update. The agenda includes planning for seasonal events and park improvements.

• Christmas on the Square
• Sunbury Square Veterans Memorial Benches
• Updated Parks Map
• Monthly Park Update

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee is meeting to discuss the Preliminary 2025 Street Improvement Program and Snow and Ice Management Procedures. The committee will also receive updates on a wastewater treatment plant bid and the Sunbury Estates Sidewalk and Tree Project. Minutes from September 4, 2024, are scheduled for approval.

• Preliminary 2025 Street Improvement Program
• Snow and Ice Management Procedures review
• Wastewater Treatment Plant bid update
• Sunbury Estates Sidewalk and Tree Project update

Council

The Sunbury City Council will hold a public hearing on the SGB Fund 1 LLC rezoning (Hale Farm-Sunbury) and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Items include approval of a wastewater treatment consultant contract, acceptance of bids for Walnut Street stabilization, utility rate consulting services, and multiple annexation ordinances (6.4 acres and 60.836 acres). The council will also consider adopting the Sunbury Parkway Comprehensive Plan and amending appropriations.

• Public hearing on SGB Fund 1 LLC rezoning (Hale Farm-Sunbury) under ORD 2024.29
• RES 2024.19 approving CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment
• RES 2024.21 accepting lowest and best bid for Walnut Street stabilization
• ORD 2024.27 accepting 6.4 acres annexation
• ORD 2024.26 adopting Sunbury Parkway Comprehensive Plan

Other Meetings

The Sunbury New Community Authority Board of Trustees holds an organizational meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, appoint a secretary and treasurer, and approve minutes from April 2023. The board will vote on two resolutions: one authorizing the first amendment to the Ravines at Meadow Ridge Declaration of Covenants, and another accepting the declaration and levying the Community Development Charge for the Eagle Creek Subdivision. A public comment period is also scheduled.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Trustees
• Appointment of Secretary and Treasurer
• Resolution 2024-1: Authorizing the first amendment to the Ravines at Meadow Ridge Declaration of Covenants
• Resolution 2024-2: Accepting the declaration and levying the Community Development Charge for Eagle Creek Subdivision
• Approval of minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold preliminary presentations for two development projects: Woodland Lake and Northport Residential Hotel. The board will also consider approval of minutes from August 26, 2024, and receive a zoning report for September 2024. No final decisions are expected on the projects at this meeting.

• Preliminary presentation for Woodland Lake development
• Preliminary presentation for Northport Residential Hotel
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Zoning Report for September 2024

Events and Commemoration Committee

The Events and Commemoration Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding Christmas on The Square. The body will also review minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of Christmas on The Square

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the second draft of the 2025 budget and discuss financial reporting software demos from OpenGov and ClearGov. They will also examine year-to-date income tax collections, which total $3,647,129 through August 2024—a 14.6% increase over 2023—along with bank reconciliations and the August check register. No final decisions are anticipated; the session is focused on review and discussion.

• 2025 DRAFT Budget review #2
• YTD income tax collections by category (5-year history): $3,647,129 total through August 2024, up 14.6% from 2023
• Bank balances as of 8/31/2024: $21,669,155.49 across accounts, with a book balance of $21,366,346.07
• OpenGov Demo and ClearGov budgeting & forecasting software presentations
• Bank to book reconciliation & August check register with identified variances

Council

Sunbury City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions at its September 18, 2024 meeting. Key items include a proposed moratorium on adult cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail dispensing, as well as a final plat approval for Eagle Creek Phase 2 and 3, a rezoning for Kintner Crossing, adoption of the Sunbury Parkway Comprehensive Plan, and acceptance of a 6.4-acre annexation. The council will also vote on appointing representatives to a New Community Authority and approving a wastewater treatment consultant proposal.

• ORD 2024.22: Moratorium on adult cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail dispensing
• ORD 2024.27: Accepting a 6.4-acre annexation into Sunbury
• ORD 2024.24: Kintner Crossing rezoning ordinance
• ORD 2024.26: Adopting the Sunbury Parkway Comprehensive Plan
• RES 2024.19: Approving CT Consultants proposal for wastewater treatment

The Sunbury City Council passed an emergency ordinance imposing a moratorium on permits for adult-use cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail dispensing within the city. The council also approved resolutions accepting tax levies and reappointing members to the Sunbury New Community Authority board. Several other items, including the Eagle Creek subdivision final plat and a rezoning request, were only read and not yet voted on.

• Approved Ordinance 2024.22 imposing a moratorium on adult-use cannabis permits (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024.15 accepting budget commission amounts and certifying tax levies (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024.17 reappointing members to the Sunbury New Community Authority board (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2024, with corrections (7-0)
• Held first reading of Resolution 2024.18 (Sunbury Meadows NCA appointment)
• Held first reading of Resolution 2024.19 (WWTP expansion engineering services)
• Held second reading of Ordinance 2024.23 (Eagle Creek final plat)
• Held second reading of Ordinance 2024.24 (DR Horton rezoning)

Council

The Council will hold public hearings regarding the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan and rezoning requests for Kintner Crossing and 801 W. Cherry Street. The body is also considering a moratorium on adult cannabis businesses and several land-use ordinances.

• Ord 2024.22: Moratorium on adult cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail dispensing
• Ord 2024.26: Adopting the Sunbury Parkway Comprehensive Plan
• Ord 2024.24: Kintner Crossing Rezoning Ordinance
• Ord 2024.25: Eagle Creek Phase 2 and 3 Final Plat Approval
• Ord 2024.20: ODOT consent for resurfacing and pavement repair

The Sunbury City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant resolution (6-1), a resolution for annexation services for Trenton Township land, and ordinances consenting to ODOT resurfacing on US 71, a pre-annexation agreement, and a rezoning for 801 W. Cherry Street. They also approved contracts for Sunbury Meadows traffic calming and Little Walnut Creek Interceptor. Several items were introduced for first or second reading, including a cannabis moratorium.

• Approved Resolution 2024.13 supporting Safe Streets grant (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2024.14 authorizing assessment certificates to Delaware County Auditor (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024.16 setting municipal services for Trenton Township annexation (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024.20 consenting to ODOT resurfacing on US 71 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024.21 pre-annexation agreement with Medellin, Diamond Resources, Wilcox Communities (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024.25 rezoning 801 W. Cherry Street to C-2 Office (7-0)
• Approved Sunbury Meadows Traffic Calming – Park Enterprise contract (all yeas)
• Approved Little Walnut Creek Interceptor Task Order – CT Consultants (all yeas)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review unfinished business including JR Smith Park and the parks budget and forecast. New business includes planning the Big Nut Strut 5K event. The committee will also receive a monthly park update.

• JR Smith Park discussions
• Parks Budget and Forecast review
• Big Nut Strut 5K event planning
• Monthly Park Update

Services

The Services Committee will consider a service area matter with Consolidated Electric and receive updates on several capital projects, including street improvements, sidewalk work, and building renovations. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information.

• Consolidated Electric – Service Area
• Sunbury Estates Sidewalk and Tree Project
• 2024 Street Improvements Program
• Walnut Street Stabilization Project
• Municipal and Police Building Renovations

The Services Committee heard a proposal from Consolidated Electric for a new franchise agreement with Sunbury, but no decision was made. Updates were provided on several projects, including sidewalk repairs in Sunbury Estates, the Walnut Street Stabilization Project, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive votes taken.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunbury Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request from Hale/Evans Properties (SGB Fund, LLC) for a property known as Hale Farm. The commission will also decide on final plat approval for Eagle Creek Highlands Phases 2 and 3, and receive a preliminary presentation for the Woodland Lakes development. Additionally, the board will review the July meeting minutes and the August zoning report.

• Public hearing and consideration of rezoning for Hale/Evans Properties (SGB Fund, LLC) on Hale Farm
• Final plat approval for Eagle Creek Highlands Phase 2 and 3
• Preliminary presentation for Woodland Lakes development
• Review of August 2024 zoning report
• Approval of July 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2025 draft budget, quarterly investment performance, subcontractor tax withholdings, and year-to-date financial reports. A detailed income tax collection table shows total revenue of $3.25 million for 2024, up 17.6% from 2023. Bank balances total about $20 million as of July 31, 2024. The committee will also discuss JR Smith Park and an LWCI task order.

• 2025 DRAFT Budget review
• Year-to-date income tax collections: $3,251,639 (17.6% increase over 2023)
• Bank balances: $20,016,595.84 in three accounts
• LWCI Task Order
• JR Smith Park discussion

Council

The Sunbury Council will discuss and possibly vote on a moratorium on adult cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail dispensing (ORD 2024.22). They will also consider a pre-annexation agreement for the Medellin-Diamond property (ORD 2024.21) and consent to ODOT for road resurfacing and pavement repair (ORD 2024.20). Additional items include approving second amended appropriations (ORDINANCE 2024.01.2), a resolution for Safe Streets For All (RES 2024.13), and assessments related to LWCI (RES NO 2024.14). The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and a police report.

• ORD 2024.22: Moratorium on adult cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail dispensing
• ORD 2024.21: Medellin-Diamond Pre Annexation Agreement with exhibits
• ORD 2024.20: Consent to ODOT for resurfacing and pavement repair
• ORDINANCE 2024.01.2: Second amended appropriations
• RES 2024.13: Safe Streets For All resolution

Events and Commemoration Committee

The Events and Commemoration Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding local events. The agenda includes discussions on the Communities at Sunbury/Galena Color Run and the Big Nut Strut 5k.

• Communities at Sunbury/Galena Color Run
• Big Nut Strut 5k

Council

Sunbury City Council is meeting to review several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a pre-annexation agreement and updates to the CRA zone.

• ORD 2024.21: Medellin - Diamond Pre Annexation Agreement
• Ordinance No. 2024.12: CRA Zone Amendment (Amended)
• ORD 2024.20: ODOT Consent For Resurfacing And Pavement Repair
• ORD 2024.19: Ordinance Director Of Law
• ORDINANCE 2024.01.2: Second Amended Appropriations

Parks & Recreation

The committee is meeting to review unfinished business regarding JR Smith Park and the Reservoirs ribbon cutting. Members will also discuss several upcoming events and park updates.

• JR Smith Park
• Reservoirs Ribbon Cutting
• Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds
• Fishing for a Cure
• Labor Day Flea Market

Services

The Services Committee will review items including a sidewalk assessment, the Walnut Street Stabilization Project, and several infrastructure updates. They will also consider the Sunbury Estates Sidewalk and Tree Project, 2024 Street Improvements Program, Municipal and Police Building Renovations, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant. This is a discussion and decision-making meeting for ongoing city services projects.

• Sidewalk Assessment
• Walnut Street Stabilization Project
• Sunbury Estates Sidewalk and Tree Project
• 2024 Street Improvements Program
• Municipal and Police Building Renovations

Council

The Sunbury City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a 10-year, 75% tax increment financing (TIF) agreement for the Romanelli Apartments project, an annexation agreement for Northport, and a replat for Sunbury Commerce Park. Other items include the acceptance of an addition to the Eagle Creek NCA, a CRA zone amendment, and second amended appropriations. The council will also discuss a new director of law ordinance.

• ORD. 2024.16 – 10-year, 75% TIF for Romanelli Apartments in Sunbury Commerce Park
• ORD 2024.17 – Northport Annexation Agreement
• ORD 2024.18 – Approving Sunbury Commerce Replat
• RES. 2024.12 – Eagle Creek acceptance of addition to NCA
• ORDINANCE 2024.01.2 – Second amended appropriations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning application and a conditional use request for 801 W Cherry Street. The body will also review a plan amendment for Kintner Crossing and a comprehensive plan amendment for the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan.

• Conditional use application for 801 W Cherry Street
• Rezoning application for 801 W Cherry Street
• Amendment to approved plan for Kintner Crossing
• Amendment to Comprehensive Plan for Sunbury Parkway Master Plan

Events and Commemoration Committee

The Events and Commemoration Committee will approve minutes from June 20 and discuss three new business items: an application for the Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds event, a ribbon cutting ceremony at Reservoir Park, and a nomination for the Citizen Recognition Program. The meeting also includes unfinished business and public visitation.

• Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds Application
• Reservoir Park Ribbon Cutting
• Citizen Recognition Program Nomination

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss updates to OpenGov and budget amendments for 2024. The body will also review the 2025 budget timeline and year-to-date financial reports.

• 2024 Budget amendments
• 2025 Budget Timeline
• Year-to-date income tax collections totaling $2,814,667 through June 2024
• Bank balances totaling $20,997,496.19 as of June 30, 2024
• OpenGov update

Council

Sunbury Council will hold a public hearing regarding the expansion of the Sunbury New Community Authority. The body is also considering several ordinances related to tax increments, annexations, and city personnel wages.

• Public hearing on expanding the Sunbury New Community Authority to include Eagle Creek
• ORD 2024.16: TIF Ordinance for Romanelli Apts
• ORD 2024.17: Northport Annexation Agreement
• ORD 2024.18: Approval of Sunbury Commerce Replat
• ORD 2024.02.01: First Amendment to Wage Salary Ordinance

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission (BZA) will hold a public hearing and decide on two variance applications: one from Sure Signs at 142 E Granville Street and one related to a fence at 1351 Clover Street. The board will also consider approving the meeting minutes from May 20, 2024.

• Variance request by Sure Signs at 142 E Granville Street
• Variance and fence application at 1351 Clover Street
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Council

The Council will review several annexation petitions, including Medellin-Diamond, Hale, and Northport. The agenda also includes a 10-year Tax Increment Financing (TIF) ordinance for Romanelli Apts. Additionally, the meeting includes reports from the police, administrator, and engineer.

• Medellin-Diamond Annexation Petition (RES 2024.12)
• Hale Annexation (ORD 2024.14)
• Northport Annexation Agreement (ORD 2024.17)
• 10-Year TIF Ordinance for Romanelli Apts (ORD 2024.16)
• Sunbury Commerce Replat Approval (ORD 2024.18)

Parks & Recreation

The Sunbury Parks and Recreation Committee will provide an update on the Fourth of July event. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Reservoir Park and next steps for Old Orchard Park.

• Fourth of July Event Update
• Reservoir Park updates
• Old Orchard Park next steps
• Approval of June 5, 2024 minutes

Services

The committee will discuss the 2016 Comprehensive Plan in relation to current roadways. The meeting also includes updates on the 2024 Street Improvements Program, building renovations, and Reservoir Park project improvements.

• Roadway Planning: 2016 Comprehensive Plan vs Current Roadways
• 2024 Street Improvements Program update
• Municipal and Police Building Renovations update
• Reservoir Park Project Improvements update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review an amendment to the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan. The meeting also includes a commercial/industrial site plan addition for Hitachi Astemo and several informal presentations.

• Sunbury Parkway Master Plan amendment
• Hitachi Astemo commercial/industrial site plan addition
• Hale Evans Properties informal presentation
• 801 W Cherry Street informal presentation
• Sure Signs informal presentation

Events and Commemoration Committee

The committee will discuss guidance regarding electricity for special events permits. Members will also receive an update on planning for the 4th of July.

• Special Events Permit Guidance on Electricity
• 4th of July Planning Update

Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of the Sunbury East New Community Authority. The agenda also includes resolutions for services in Berlin Township and an ordinance to accept a 298.398 annexation.

• Public hearing for the establishment of the Sunbury East New Community Authority
• Resolution 2024.09 regarding services for 6.4 acres in Berlin Twp
• Resolution 2024.10 for Eagle Creek NCA Consent
• Ordinance 2024.14 accepting a 298.398 annexation (Hale Annex)
• Ordinance 2024.15 regarding an easement to Goodrich

Finance Committee

The committee will review the annual debt profile summary and updates regarding the 2022-2023 audit. Discussion items also include credit card policy rewards and furniture purchases for the Municipal Building.

• Municipal Building Furniture Purchase
• Sunbury Estates – Concrete and Tree Contractors
• 2022-2023 Audit update
• Year-to-date income tax revenue increased by 22% to $2,378,409

Services

The Services Committee will discuss the 2024 Street Improvements Program and the Columbus Street Parking Lot. The meeting also includes updates on municipal and police building renovations and reservoir park improvements.

• 2024 Street Improvements Program
• Columbus Street Parking Lot
• Municipal and Police Building Renovations
• Reservoir Park Project Improvements
• Stormwater Utility and Management

Council

The meeting includes reports from the police, administrator, and engineer. The council will also consider ordinances regarding a CRA zone amendment, street improvements, and the acceptance of a 298.398 annexation.

• Ordinance No. 2024.12: CRA Zone Amendment
• Ordinance 2024.13: Street Improvements
• Ordinance 2024.14: Accepting 298.398 Annexation (Hale Annexation)

Parks & Recreation

The Sunbury Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss policy updates and changes for Sunbury Memorial Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the BWI Trail, Reservoir Park, and July 4th planning.

• Sunbury Memorial Park policy updates and changes
• BWI Trail discussion
• Reservoir Park discussion
• 4th of July planning

Council

The Sunbury Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a trail paving project, a rezoning of properties on AEP, Cockrell, and Hale, and an amendment to the CRA zone. The agenda also includes reports from police, administrator, and engineer.

• RES 2024.07: BWIS Trail Paving Project
• RES 2024.08: BWIS Trail
• Ordinance 2024-11: Rezoning AEP, Cockrell, Hale (revised)
• Ordinance 2024-12: CRA Zone Amendment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunbury Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss informal presentations on two property developments and a master plan for the Sunbury Parkway district. These agenda items cover land use proposals and planning updates that affect local zoning and future development in those areas. The commission is only reviewing materials at this stage and has not yet voted or made any decisions.

• Informal presentation on Hitachi Astemo property plot plan
• Informal presentation on Hale / Evans Properties parcel
• Presentation on the Sunbury Parkway District Master Plan
• Review of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of May 2024 zoning report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunbury Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance applications during its May 20, 2024 meeting. Property owners at 159 Harrison Street and 38 Evening Street have submitted requests to deviate from current zoning rules. Supporting materials include staff reports, public notices, legal descriptions, and plot maps. The board will vote on whether to approve or deny each request.

• Variance application for a fence at 159 Harrison Street
• Variance application and plot map review for 38 Evening Street
• Staff reports, public notices, and legal descriptions for both properties
• Applicant photos submitted for both cases

Events and Commemoration Committee

The Events and Commemoration Committee is meeting to conduct routine business. The primary item for discussion is the 4th of July celebrations.

• Discussion of 4th of July

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a rezoning for properties on AEP, Cockrell, and Hale, and an amendment to the CRA zone. They will also discuss establishing the Sunbury East New Community Authority and a social media policy. The agenda includes proclamations for Police and Public Works Weeks, along with reports from the police chief, administrator, and engineer.

• Ordinance 2024-11: Rezoning AEP, Cockrell, Hale
• Ordinance 2024.12: CRA Zone Amendment
• Ordinance 2024.13: Sunbury East New Community Authority
• Proclamations for National Police Week and National Public Works Week
• Social Media Policy review

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss updates to sewer rates and review quarterly investments. The body will also examine year-to-date income tax collections and bank reconciliation reports.

• Sewer Rate update (most recent: Ordinance 2018-26)
• Quarterly Investment review
• RITA Subpoena program results
• Total bank balances of $21,539,901.75 as of 4/30/2024
• YTD total tax revenue of $1,599,461 through April 2024

Council

This is a special meeting agenda for the Sunbury, OH Council on May 8, 2024. The agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document and no listed agenda items, so it appears to be procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss the 2024 Street Program and Stormwater Management Legislation. They will also receive updates on ongoing municipal and police building renovations and comprehensive planning. No votes or dollar amounts are listed on this agenda.

• 2024 Street Program discussion
• Stormwater Management Legislation
• Municipal and Police Building Renovations – ongoing update
• Comprehensive and Thoroughfare Planning – ongoing update
• Approval of April 3, 2024 minutes

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider several items, including accepting the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan, a rezoning request for properties owned by AEP, Cockrell, and Hale, and a media proposal. The agenda also includes an ordinance to correct a financial record entry and a proposed social media policy. The meeting will also include reports from the police and city administrator.

• Resolution 2024.05: Acceptance of Sunbury Parkway Master Plan
• Ordinance 2024.10: Correcting financial record entry
• Ordinance 2024-11: Rezoning AEP, Cockrell, Hale properties
• Media proposal for 2024
• Proposed social media policy

Parks & Recreation

The committee will meet to discuss the Memorial Day Market and a task order for JR Smith Park planning. The agenda also includes updates on Old Orchard Park and General Rosecrans Detention Basins.

• JR Smith Park Planning – Task Order
• Memorial Day Market
• General Rosecrans Detention Basins updates
• Old Orchard Park updates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a conditional use application from Pulte Homes Of Ohio for an Eagle Creek model home. The agenda also includes the March 2024 meeting minutes and the April 2024 zoning report.

• Conditional Use application for Eagle Creek Model Home

Events and Commemoration Committee

The Events and Commemoration Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding local events. The agenda includes reviews of the Memorial Day Market and Family Fest on the Square.

• Memorial Day Market involving Big Walnut Music and Marching Boosters
• Family Fest on the Square involving Grace Church
• Update on Service Day BWMS

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including applications for state loans for wastewater infrastructure projects and acceptance of the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan. They will also review reports from the police chief, administrator, and engineer, and discuss a proposed parking lot on Columbus Street.

• Resolution 2024.02: East Side Pump Station WPCLF loan
• Resolution 2024.03: Little Walnut Creek Interceptor Phase II WPCLF loan
• Resolution 2024.04: Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion WPCLF loan
• Resolution 2024.05: Acceptance of Sunbury Parkway Master Plan
• Ordinance 2024.10: Correcting financial record entry

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a media services contract and review year-to-date financial reports. The body will examine bank balances and a five-year history of income tax collections.

• Media services contract
• Bank balances totaling $21,792,682.87
• YTD income tax revenue of $1,192,189 through March 2024

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including funding for wastewater infrastructure projects and the acceptance of the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan. The agenda also includes reports from the police chief, administrator, and engineer, as well as routine financial and administrative items.

• Resolution 2024.02: WPCLF for Eastside Pump Station
• Resolution 2024.03: WPCLF for Little Walnut Creek Interceptor Phase II
• Resolution 2024.04: WPCLF for WWTP Expansion
• Resolution 2024.05: Acceptance of Sunbury Parkway Master Plan
• Ordinance 2024.01.1: First Amended Appropriations

Parks & Recreation

The committee will meet to discuss the Solar Eclipse Safety and Traffic Plan and the Brent Hambrick Memorial Open. Members will also review updates regarding the Trailside Welcome Station and a comparison of General Rosecrans Park and Old Orchard Park.

• Solar Eclipse Safety and Traffic Plan
• Brent Hambrick Memorial Open
• Trailside Welcome Station update
• General Rosecrans Park and Old Orchard Park comparison

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee is meeting to discuss several infrastructure and public works items, including a stormwater management legislation proposal, an update on the 2024 street program, and a parking lot project near Columbus/Granville. The committee will also review speed monitoring data from the GIS program and receive updates on water reuse studies and ongoing building renovations.

• Stormwater Management Legislation
• 2024 Street Program Update including Crack Sealing Project
• Columbus/Granville parking lot project
• GIS Program speed monitoring data
• Water Reuse Hydrological Study

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunbury Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on March 25, 2024, to review two land use requests that determine future property development standards in the city. The commission will consider a rezoning application from The Sunbury Land Company, LLC, and an amendment to the approved plan for Kintner Crossing. Staff reports and applicant comments will be presented before the commission votes on both items.

• Public hearing and review of rezoning request by The Sunbury Land Company, LLC
• Public hearing and review of Kintner Crossing amendment to an approved plan
• Motion to approve February 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Zoning report presentation

Events and Commemoration Committee

The committee is meeting to review new and unfinished business regarding local events. Discussions include a community egg hunt and a memorial disc golf open.

• Community Easter Egg Hunt – Civic Association
• Brent Hambrick Memorial Open – Columbus Flyers Disc Golf

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a first amended appropriations budget, a charitable solicitation permit for the Knights of Columbus, and an amendment to the income tax section to align with state law (HB 33). The agenda also includes reports from the EMA, police, administrator, and engineer, as well as a presentation on the Sunbury Parkway Master Plan. No final decisions are noted in the agenda itself.

• ORD 2024.01.1 - First Amended Appropriations (budget)
• ORD 2024.08 - Knights of Columbus Charitable Solicitation Permit 2024
• ORD 2024.09 - Amendment to Section 182 Income Tax (HB 33)
• Sunbury Parkway Master Plan presentation by Ms Consultants
• Insurance renewal memo for 24-25

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review year-to-date income tax collections and bank balances. The body will discuss updates to the Tax Ordinance and contingency appropriations for the Building Facilities Project.

• HB33 updates and changes to Tax Ordinance
• Building Facilities Project contingency appropriations
• Big Walnut Intermediate School Trail task order
• Fiber Advisory Services
• Write-off recommendation for reconciliation variance

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a resolution for services for a 298.398-acre Hale-Evans annexation, along with a first amended appropriations measure. The agenda also includes reports from the police, administrator, and engineer, as well as a presentation from Delaware County Transit. The meeting will also review minutes from the previous session.

• Resolution for services for 298.398 acres Hale-Evans annexation
• First amended appropriations
• Delaware County Transit presentation
• Police report
• Administrator's and engineer's reports

Parks & Recreation

The committee will review updates for Old Orchard Park and the Magnolia Park/Legacy Trail connection. The meeting also includes discussions on the Eagle Adventure Camp, the solar eclipse, and a disc golf tournament.

• Eagle Adventure Camp
• Old Orchard Park Report
• Magnolia Park/Legacy Trail connection
• Olentangy Disc Golf Glow Tournament
• Community Easter Egg Hunt

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Sunbury Estates trees, a potential Magnolia Park/Legacy Trail connection, and status reports on municipal and police building renovations, the Safe Streets for All project, stormwater management legislation, and comprehensive planning. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and is open to visitors.

• Sunbury Estates Trees – Update
• Magnolia Park/Legacy Trail connection
• Municipal and Police Building Renovations – Status Report
• Safe Streets For All Project
• Stormwater Management Legislation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review proposed amendments to rules and regulations. The meeting includes informal presentations regarding a commercial project at Sunbury Meadows and Peacock, as well as a presentation on the NACO Limited Industrial District.

• Amendment to Rules and Regulations
• Bluestone STP, LLC commercial presentation at Sunbury Meadows and Peacock
• NACO, Limited Industrial District presentation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing and discussion for a variance request to install a privacy fence at 63 N Vernon Street. The meeting also includes the oath of office for Ben Wittman and Rick Ryba, and the election of board officers.

• Variance request for a privacy fence at 63 N Vernon Street
• Oath of office for Ben Wittman and Rick Ryba
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including accepting two annexations (AEP and another of 378.595 acres), approving a rezoning at 450 S. Miller Drive, and consenting to ODOT spot paving. They will also review a contract renewal for economic development services and a hydrologic capacity study proposal. The agenda includes standard reports from police, administrator, and engineer.

• ORD NO 2024.04: Accepting AEP annexation (498.167 acres)
• ORD NO 2024.05: Accepting 378.595-acre annexation
• ORD 2024.07: Approving rezoning at 450 S. Miller Drive
• Montrose Contract Renewal for economic development and advocacy services
• Hydrologic Capacity Study task order proposal

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review proposals for zoning software and a contract renewal for Montrose Economic Development and Advocacy Services. The body will also receive a presentation on OpenGov and updates on asset management and a hydrologic capacity study.

• Zoning software proposals from Cloudpermit and iWorQ
• Montrose Contract Renewal for Economic Development and Advocacy Services
• Hydrologic Capacity Study by CT Consultants
• Asset Management updates from Industrial Appraisal Co
• 2023 Financial Update & Variance Reports

Events and Commemoration Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss upcoming city events and recognition programs. Agenda items include planning for the Eagle Adventure Camp and the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse.

• Eagle Adventure Camp 2024
• Citizen Recognition Program
• 4th of July Working Group update
• Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 450 S. Miller Drive and to consider ordinances accepting two annexation petitions totaling over 876 acres. The agenda also includes reports from the police chief and administrator, and a consent item for ODOT spot paving.

• Public hearing on rezoning at 450 S. Miller Drive
• Ordinance 2024.04: Accepting AEP annexation petition for 498.167 acres
• Ordinance 2024.05: Accepting annexation petition for 378.595 acres
• Ordinance 2024.06: ODOT consent for spot paving
• Police Chief and Administrator reports

Parks & Recreation

The committee will meet to select a committee chair and discuss pending state budget requests. The meeting also includes updates on the JR Smith Park and Reservoir Park projects.

• Selection of Committee Chair
• Pending State Budget Requests
• JR Smith Park Project update
• Reservoir Park Project update

Services

The Services Committee will meet to select a new Committee Chair and receive a briefing on fiber installation guidelines. The committee will also receive updates regarding renovations for the municipal and police buildings.

• Selection of the Committee Chair
• Fiber briefing and preliminary installation guidelines
• Municipal and police building renovation updates

Council

The Sunbury Council will review two ordinances regarding land annexation. These petitions involve 498.167 acres and 378.595 acres respectively.

• Ordinance 2024.04: 498.167 acre annexation petition
• Ordinance 2024.05: 378.595 acre annexation petition
• Administrator's Report
• Engineer Status Report

Council

This is a special meeting of Sunbury Council held at Big Walnut High School. The only substantive item is Mayor Joe St. John's State of the City address. The rest of the agenda is procedural (colors, roll call, adjournment).

• Mayor Joe St. John to deliver State of the City address

Events and Commemoration Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on the Eagle Adventure Camp 2024 and the 4th of July Working Group. Members will also discuss the Citizen Recognition Program.

• Eagle Adventure Camp 2024
• Citizen Recognition Program
• 4th of July Working Group update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will swear in new members and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes an informal presentation regarding a commercial project by Bluestone STP, LLC.

• Oaths of Office for new Planning and Zoning Commission Members
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Informal Presentation: Bluestone STP, LLC – Commercial on Sunbury Meadows and Peacock

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review presentations and proposals for new software and asset management services. The body will also review the 2023 financial update and variance reports.

• OpenGov presentation by Steve Layne
• Zoning software proposals from Cloudpermit and iWorQ
• Asset management proposals from Industrial Appraisal Co, Valuation and Assets, and HCA
• 2023 Financial Update & Variance Reports

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a rezoning request from Pulte Homes for the Eagle Highlands development and a working agreement with the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District. The agenda also includes reports from the police chief, administrator, and engineer, as well as approval of previous meeting minutes.

• ORD 2024.03: Pulte Homes Eagle Highlands rezoning
• RES 2023.37: Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District working agreement
• Police chief's report
• Administrator's report
• Engineer's status report

Council

The Sunbury City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning application for the Eagle Creek Highlands development by Pulte Homes, including a public hearing on the matter. The council will also review a working agreement with the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District and a task order for wastewater treatment plant tertiary filters, along with routine reports from police, administrator, and engineer.

• Public hearing on Eagle Creek Highlands rezoning (Pulte Homes)
• RES 2023.37: Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District working agreement
• ORD 2024.03: Pulte Homes Eagle Highlands rezoning
• CT Consultants WWTP Task Order #2 for tertiary filters
• Police, administrator, and engineer reports

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review a community research report from the National Fitness Campaign and a state budget request for the Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial. The body will also receive updates on projects at JR Smith Park, Reservoir Park, and Old Orchard Park.

• State Budget Request for Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial
• National Fitness Campaign Community Research Report
• JR Smith Park Project update
• Reservoir Park Project update
• Old Orchard Park update

Services

The Sunbury Services Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on various municipal projects, including sanitary sewer projects, municipal building renovations, GIS mapping, stormwater management, Sunbury Parkway, and thoroughfare and traffic control. The agenda also includes a discussion on snow and ice management. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily for project updates and discussion.

• Sanitary Sewer Projects recap
• Municipal Building Renovations update
• GIS Mapping update
• Stormwater Management/Utility update
• Sunbury Parkway and thoroughfare/traffic control planning