Wyoming public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving minutes, resolutions for internet auctions of surplus property, and recognizing outgoing commission members. The main business is the first reading of ordinances to set 2023 salaries and appropriate funds for the city's 2023 budget, with a suspension of rules to adopt them. The council will also confirm no hearing is requested for a liquor license transfer to the Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation.

• First reading of ordinance amending salary ordinance for all city offices and positions
• First reading of ordinance appropriating revenues and transferring funds for 2023
• First reading of ordinance making appropriations for 2023 city expenses
• Resolution declaring intent to conduct internet auctions for unneeded city property in 2023
• Confirmation of no hearing for liquor license transfer from Station Family & BBQ, LLC to Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation is holding its annual meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and discuss old and new business. Key items include authorizing a restaurant equipment purchase up to $6,000 for 400 Wyoming Avenue, reviewing policies, electing officers, and holding an executive session to discuss property purchase or lease.

• Authorization of restaurant equipment purchase up to $6,000 for 400 Wyoming Avenue
• Review of Conflict of Interest Policy and Whistleblower Policy
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary
• Executive session under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2) to discuss property purchase or lease

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a lease renewal for the Law Offices of Charles G. Skidmore, Inc. and authorized spending for restaurant equipment. The board also re-elected its current officers and reviewed annual policies.

• Approved purchase of up to $6,000 for restaurant equipment at 400 Wyoming Avenue (unanimous)
• Re-elected current officers: Barry Porter (Chair), Chris Harmon (Vice Chair), Tim Cavanaugh (Treasurer), and Jon Boss (Secretary) (unanimous)
• Approved lease renewal of 506 Wyoming Avenue, 2nd Floor to the Law Offices of Charles G. Skidmore, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution approving a second amendment to the employment agreement between the city and City Manager Rusty Herzog. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution approving a second amendment to the employment agreement with City Manager Rusty Herzog

City Council

This is the agenda for the Wyoming City Council meeting on November 21, 2022. The agenda includes a link to the full agenda PDF and a separate PDF of background documents. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• City Council Meeting Agenda (PDF)
• City Council Meeting Background Documents (PDF)

City Council approved the 2023 Capital Improvement Program, which includes road reconstruction and trail extensions. The council also adopted an ordinance for revised 2023 fees and charges and updated water service billing ordinances.

• Approved 2023 Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance Amending Section 929.03 regarding water service billings, payment, and collection charges (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance adopting revised fees and charges for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including snow and ice control agreement with Hamilton County (unanimous)
• Designated Dan Driehaus as OKI Representative and Sarah Stankorb Taylor as Alternate (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Mr. Driehaus and Mr. Hoffman (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will continue or review four cases where requests to build accessory structures or additions were denied for violating setback rules in single-family districts. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and handle miscellaneous items.

• Case #16-22: two-story carriage house at 117 Wentworth Avenue denied for side/rear yard setback violation
• Case #19-22: garage addition at 212 Worthington Avenue denied for side yard setback violation
• Case #20-22: attached garage and two-story addition at 221 Hilltop Lane denied for front/side yard setback violations
• Case #21-22: attached garage with second story at 301 Pleasant Hill Drive denied for front yard setback violation on corner lot

The Board approved four variance requests for garages and home additions, with several approvals conditioned on stormwater management plans. The Board also announced a new requirement for stormwater details on all future BZA applications.

• Approved carriage house variance for 117 Wentworth Avenue (all yes)
• Approved detached garage addition variance for 212 Worthington Avenue (all yes)
• Approved garage and two-story addition variance for 221 Hilltop Lane, contingent on a Hamilton County-approved stormwater plan (all yes)
• Approved attached garage and second story addition variance for 301 Pleasant Hill Drive (all yes)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (all yes)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive committee and officer reports, and discuss old business, specifically the engagement of a real estate broker. The agenda is largely procedural, with the broker engagement being the only substantive item.

• Approval of October 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from committees, trustees, and officers
• Discussion of real estate broker engagement

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the hiring of a real estate broker to handle leasing for 400 Wyoming Avenue. The board also discussed an upcoming equipment auction and the transfer of a liquor license for the same property.

• Approved hiring a real estate broker for 400 Wyoming Avenue with commission not to exceed 7% and consulting fees up to $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Dan Driehaus and Chris Harmon (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

This Recreation Commission meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes for details, indicating the meeting is procedural or lacks substantive public items.

• No agenda items listed

The Commission reviewed and categorized the priority levels for various city parks and facilities to assist with budget allocation and grants. Chisholm Park and Oak Gym were identified as high priorities, while other sites were labeled medium or low priority.

• Approved March meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Identified Chisholm Park playground as highest priority
• Identified Oak Gym bathrooms and seating as high priority
• Identified Oak Park and Aquatic Center as medium priority
• Identified North Park as medium priority
• Identified Grove Park, Tot Lot, Hilltop Park, Rec Center, and Civic Center as low priority

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions authorizing the City Manager to enter into contracts for roofing repairs. One contract is with Cover All Roofing for the Recreation Center, and the other is with Pioneer Seamless Roofing for the Public Works Storage Building. No dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Cover All Roofing for Recreation Center roof repairs
• Resolution authorizing contract with Pioneer Seamless Roofing for Public Works Storage Building roof repairs

City Council approved two contracts for roofing and construction projects. The council waived the bidding process for the Recreation Center repairs and approved a contract for a new Public Works storage building.

• Approved contract with Cover All Roofing for Recreation Center repairs for $54,250 (all yes)
• Approved contract with Pioneer Seamless Roofing for Public Works Storage Building not to exceed $75,000 (all yes)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss financial statements. The main item is an executive session under Ohio law to discuss the purchase or lease of property. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Approval of October 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• September 2022 financial statements report
• Executive session to discuss property purchase or lease (ORC 121.22(G)(2))

The Community Improvement Corporation unanimously approved retaining a real estate broker to market the 400 Wyoming Avenue property after the previous tenant's lease was terminated. The board also entered executive session to discuss the property's future, and excused two absent members.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to retain Josh Rothstein of OnSite Retail Group as broker for 400 Wyoming Ave. (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss property purchase or lease (unanimous)
• Excused absent trustees Porter and Harmon (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to review two property applications in the Village Historic District: one to reconstruct a roof and add to a detached garage at 212 Worthington Avenue, and another to modify an approved porch reconstruction at 432 Springfield Pike. They will also discuss updates to the Historic Design Guidelines and approve prior meeting minutes.

• 212 Worthington Avenue: roof reconstruction and detached garage addition
• 432 Springfield Pike: modifications to approved porch reconstruction
• Historic Design Guidelines update discussion
• Approval of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 17, 2022. The agenda includes a main agenda PDF and a background documents PDF, but no specific items are listed in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no detailed decisions or discussions outlined.

Council voted 7-0 to adopt an emergency ordinance approving a public works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place and to rezone seven Crescent Avenue properties from office to single-family residential. They also adopted updated design guidelines for historic properties and approved a third reading of the Village Green Performance Pavilion. A public hearing was held on proposed 2023 fee increases, with a third reading set for November 21.

• Approved public works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place (7-0)
• Rezoned 301, 307, 313, 317, 321, 325, 329 Crescent Avenue to single-family residential (7-0)
• Adopted Village Green Performance Pavilion at 412 Wyoming Avenue (7-0)
• Adopted exterior lighting and zoning code amendments (7-0)
• Received third quarter financial report (7-0)
• Set third reading of 2023 fee ordinance for November 21
• Approved consent agenda including tax levies and license agreement (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four denied applications for permits involving setback violations at residential properties. Each case was previously denied because the proposed construction would violate specific sections of the Wyoming Codified Ordinances regulating yard setbacks. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting.

• 117 Wentworth Avenue: two-story carriage house within side/rear setbacks (Case #16-22)
• 706 Burns Avenue: front porch addition within front yard setback (Case #17-22)
• 605 Van Roberts Place: deck and pergola within side yard setback (Case #18-22)
• 212 Worthington Avenue: addition to detached garage within side yard setback (Case #19-22)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a front yard setback variance for a porch at 706 Burns Avenue (5-0) and a side yard setback variance for a deck and pergola at 605 Van Roberts Place (5-0). Two cases—117 Wentworth Avenue (garage) and 212 Worthington Avenue (garage addition)—were continued pending stormwater management plans. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved front yard setback variance for porch at 706 Burns Avenue (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance for deck/pergola at 605 Van Roberts Place (5-0)
• Continued 117 Wentworth Avenue garage variance pending stormwater plan
• Continued 212 Worthington Avenue garage addition variance pending stormwater plan

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the city to prepare and submit an application for the Urban Canopy Restoration Grant Program and to execute any required contracts. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with roll call, excusals, and adjournment.

• Resolution authorizing application to Urban Canopy Restoration Grant Program
• Authorization to execute contracts as required for the grant

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial statements, and discuss new business. The main item is an executive session under Ohio law to discuss the potential purchase or lease of property. No votes on the property are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of September 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• August 2022 financial statements report
• Executive session to discuss property purchase or lease (ORC 121.22(G)(2))

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation approved a lease termination agreement with Station Family + BBQ at 400 Wyoming Avenue, including terms for equipment removal, forfeiture of security deposit, and transfer of the liquor license for $5,000. The board also discussed the process for finding a new restaurant tenant for the property, consistent with the 2018 Master Plan. Prior meeting minutes and excusal of absent members were approved.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved entering executive session to discuss property purchase or lease (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Chair to execute lease termination agreement with Station Family + BBQ at 400 Wyoming Avenue (unanimous roll call vote)
• Excused absent members Driehaus, Harmon, and Mayor Monich (unanimous voice vote)

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a joint meeting to review applications for exterior changes to four properties in the Village Historic District. They will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss miscellaneous items.

• 265 Elm Avenue: attached deck and pergola application
• 27 Walnut Avenue: revised application for front porch, roof, rear addition, and side porch enclosure
• 107 Wentworth Avenue: detached garage application
• 117 Wentworth Avenue: detached garage application

The joint HPC-ARB meeting approved three historic-review applications: a major renovation at 27 Walnut Avenue (including a new front porch, roof, rear addition, and garage work) with a 6-1 vote; a new detached garage at 117 Wentworth Avenue unanimously; and a new detached garage at 107 Wentworth Avenue unanimously. A request for a deck and pergola at 265 Elm Avenue was continued for revised drawings.

• Approved 27 Walnut Avenue renovation with garage siding condition (6-1)
• Approved 117 Wentworth Avenue detached garage (unanimous)
• Approved 107 Wentworth Avenue detached garage with east windows removed (unanimous)
• Continued 265 Elm Avenue deck and pergola for revised drawings (unanimous)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on several land-use items, including a development plan for the Village Green Performance Pavilion at 412 Wyoming Avenue and rezoning seven properties on Crescent Avenue from C-3 to single-family residential. The council will also hear proposed amendments to the zoning code on exterior lighting and public hearing notification, and receive reports on 2023 fees and charges, financial policies, and a public works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place.

• Public hearing and second reading for Village Green Performance Pavilion development plan at 412 Wyoming Avenue
• Public hearing and second reading to rezone 301-329 Crescent Avenue from C-3 to A Single-Family Residence
• Public hearing and second reading on zoning code amendments for exterior lighting and public hearing notification
• First reading of ordinance adopting revised fees and charges for 2023
• First reading of ordinance designating eligible financial institutions as public depositories

Council held public hearings and second readings for the Village Green Performance Pavilion development plan and the rezoning of seven Crescent Avenue properties from commercial to single-family residential. Both ordinances will have third readings on October 17. Council also adopted a report recommending approval of a Public Works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place, and passed an emergency ordinance designating eligible financial institutions as public depositories.

• Approved consent agenda including sidewalk reconstruction contract with Niemeier’s Concrete LLC (7-0)
• Received Finance Committee report on 2023 fees and policies (7-0)
• Adopted emergency ordinance designating eligible financial institutions as public depositories (7-0)
• Adopted Planning Commission report recommending approval of Public Works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place (7-0)
• Set third reading for Village Green Performance Pavilion ordinance for October 17
• Set third reading for Crescent Avenue rezoning ordinance for October 17
• Set second reading and public hearing for 2023 fees and charges ordinance for October 17
• Set second reading and public hearing for Public Works storage building ordinance for October 17

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review a Development Plan Application for a City of Wyoming Public Works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place, under Chapter 1133 of the Wyoming Codified Ordinances. The agenda includes this review, miscellaneous items, and adjournment.

• Review of Development Plan Application for Public Works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will review three denied permit applications: a front porch and bay window at 319 Forest Ave., a driveway widening at 15 Linden Drive, and a revised landscaping plan at 338 Compton Hills Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the August 9 meeting.

• 319 Forest Ave. Case #15-22: denied for violating front and side yard setbacks (Section 1155.04(a) and (b))
• 15 Linden Drive Case #14-22: denied for exceeding maximum driveway width (Section 1151.06(d))
• 338 Compton Hills Drive Case #10-22: revisit approved landscaping plan for circular drive variance
• Approval of August 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a front porch and bay window at 319 Forest Ave., with a condition for a stormwater management plan. A driveway variance request for 15 Linden Drive was continued to allow the applicant to submit professional engineering drawings. The board also approved a revised landscaping plan for a previously granted circular driveway variance at 338 Compton Hills Drive.

• Approved front yard and side yard setback variances for 319 Forest Ave. (5-0) with condition for stormwater plan
• Continued Case #14-22, 15 Linden Drive driveway variance, to next agenda for professional drawings
• Approved revised landscaping plan for 338 Compton Hills Drive circular driveway (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission will review two development plan requests under Chapter 1133: temporary housing at the Presbyterian Church of Wyoming and a new Public Works Storage Building for the city. They will also hear a presentation on updates to the Historic Preservation Commission's Design Guidelines for Historic Properties. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and citizen participation.

• Development plan change for temporary housing at Presbyterian Church of Wyoming, 225 Wyoming Avenue
• Development plan for City of Wyoming Public Works Storage Building at 700 Van Roberts Place
• Presentation on updates to Design Guidelines for Historic Properties

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Manager approve a two-year temporary housing program at the Presbyterian Church of Wyoming, 225 Wyoming Avenue, to house refugee families. The Commission also voted to refer a Development Plan application for a new Public Works storage building at 700 Van Roberts Place to the Architectural Review Board, recommending City Council approval of the requested setback waivers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of temporary housing at Presbyterian Church for two years (voice vote, all yes)
• Referred Public Works storage building Development Plan to ARB and recommended Council approval of waivers (voice vote, all yes)
• Approved July 12, 2022 meeting minutes as revised (voice vote, all yes)
• Excused absent member Dan Johnson (roll call 4-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, review August 2022 financial statements, and discuss committee and officer reports. The main item is a planned executive session under Ohio law to discuss the purchase or lease of property. No votes on property action are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of August 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• August 2022 financial statements report
• Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(2) to discuss property purchase or lease

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation met and approved prior meeting minutes, excused absent members, and held an executive session to discuss the purchase or lease of property. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(2) to discuss property purchase or lease (unanimous)
• Excused absent trustees Dan Driehaus and Barry Porter (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:14 a.m. (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Wyoming Recreation Commission is meeting to approve June meeting minutes and receive reports from city council, administration, schools, and committees. They will discuss youth and adult sports, cultural events, facilities, fitness programs, and special events. Key business includes proposed 2023 fee changes and parks and facilities evaluations.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• 2023 proposed fee changes
• Parks and facilities evaluations
• Reports from city council, administration, and school athletic department
• Discussion of youth and adult sports, cultural events, and fitness programs

The Recreation Commission approved the 2023 proposed fee schedule, including increased late fees, and discussed updates on Crescent Park completion, a $412,500 COTF grant for the Oak Park to Wyoming Avenue bike trail, and the upcoming Fall Festival. No citizen participation occurred.

• Approved 2023 proposed fee schedule (all ayes)
• Approved March meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Tabled Parks/Facilities Analysis Update until next meeting

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to continue discussing an application for a rear addition at 316 Worthington Avenue, located in the Village Historic District. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and miscellaneous items.

• Continued discussion of application for rear addition at 316 Worthington Avenue
• Approval of August 17, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes

The joint HPC-ARB meeting approved a revised application for a rear addition at 316 Worthington Avenue after the applicant incorporated prior review comments, including moving the fireplace inside and adjusting windows and exterior detailing. The motion passed unanimously. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes as amended.

• Approved rear addition at 316 Worthington Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved August 17, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial statements, and consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of 1500 Springfield Pike. The meeting is primarily administrative, with the property purchase as the main actionable item.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of 1500 Springfield Pike
• Approval of May 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• May-July 2022 financial statements review

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the Chair to enter into a contract to purchase the property at 1500 Springfield Pike, following a City Council recommendation. The board also approved prior meeting minutes, excused an absent member, and noted a Planning Mini Grant for the Springfield Pike Streetscape Improvement Plan.

• Approved resolution authorizing purchase of 1500 Springfield Pike (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Harmon (unanimous)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold first readings and set public hearings on ordinances approving a development plan for the Village Green Performance Pavilion at 412 Wyoming Avenue and rezoning seven properties on Crescent Avenue from C-3 Office Building District to Single-Family Residence District. The council will also consider amendments to the zoning code regarding exterior lighting, public hearing notification, and definitions, and will decide whether to waive a hearing for a liquor permit application for Wyoming Meat Market. Several routine reports and consent agenda items are also scheduled.

• Development plan for Village Green Performance Pavilion at 412 Wyoming Avenue
• Rezoning of 301, 307, 313, 317, 321, 325, and 329 Crescent Avenue from C-3 to single-family residential
• Zoning code amendments on exterior lighting, public hearing notification, and definitions
• Liquor permit application for Nation Hospitality, LLC dba Wyoming Meat Market, 513 Wyoming Avenue
• Contract with Integrated Schoolhouse, Inc. for IT services (consent agenda)

Council unanimously adopted the Planning Commission's report recommending approval of the Development Plan for the Village Green Performance Pavilion at 412 Wyoming Avenue. The plan, which includes a performance stage and lawn improvements, has been in the works since 2007 and was approved by the Planning Commission and Architectural Review Board. Council also set a public hearing for September 19, 2022, for the related ordinance.

• Adopted Planning Commission report recommending Village Green Performance Pavilion Development Plan (unanimous)
• Set second reading and public hearing for pavilion ordinance for September 19, 2022
• Adopted Planning Commission report recommending rezoning of 301-329 Crescent Avenue from C-3 to A Single-Family Residence District (unanimous)
• Set second reading and public hearing for Crescent Avenue rezoning ordinance for September 19, 2022
• Adopted Planning Commission report recommending amendments to zoning code on exterior lighting, public hearing notification, and definitions (unanimous)
• Set second reading and public hearing for zoning code amendments for September 19, 2022
• Waived hearing for liquor permit application for Wyoming Meat Market (Hoffman abstained, others yes)
• Approved consent agenda including July 18 and July 25 meeting minutes and two resolutions (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will review two denied permit applications: a deck at 142 South Grove Avenue and a driveway widening at 15 Linden Drive. Both were denied for violating city setback and driveway width regulations. The board will also approve minutes from the July 12 meeting.

• 142 South Grove Avenue: deck construction denied for violating side yard setback (Section 1155.04(b))
• 15 Linden Drive: driveway widening denied for exceeding maximum width (Section 1151.06(d))
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a side yard setback variance for a walkway and deck at 142 South Grove Avenue, and tabled a driveway widening variance request at 15 Linden Drive pending additional information. The board also approved the July 12, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved side yard setback variance for walkway/deck at 142 South Grove Avenue (unanimous)
• Tabled front yard driveway variance at 15 Linden Drive for further review
• Approved July 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to continue a discussion on a roof material change at 4 Worthington Avenue in the Village Historic District, and to select a winner for the Historic Preservation Award. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and miscellaneous items.

• Continuation of application to change roof material at 4 Worthington Avenue (Village Historic District)
• Historic Preservation Award nominations and winner selection
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting and May 26, 2022 ARB meeting

The joint HPC-ARB meeting approved a request to replace the fire-damaged slate roof at 4 Worthington Avenue with an Owens Corning Duration shingle in Estate Gray, with matching valley, ridge, and edge treatments. The decision was based on the limited availability of materials and the roof not being a prominent feature. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and tabled historic preservation award nominations.

• Approved June 15, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 26, 2022 ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved roof material change at 4 Worthington Ave to Owens Corning Duration shingle in Estate Gray (motion passed, 1 opposed, 1 abstention)
• Tabled historic preservation award nominations to August meeting

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 tax budget, and consider adopting a natural gas aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc. The agenda also includes routine items such as consent agenda approvals, committee reports, and a police officer swearing-in.

• Public hearing and resolution adopting the 2023 tax budget
• Resolution authorizing a natural gas aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing contract with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for materials for Vermont Avenue Water Main Reconstruction Project
• First reading of ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues within certain funds
• Second reading of ordinance granting easement to Duke Energy Ohio, Inc.

The Wyoming City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a natural gas aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc., and adopted the 2023 tax budget. The council also approved several other resolutions and ordinances, including a personnel ordinance amendment and a grant of easement to Duke Energy. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and resolutions for water main materials and OPWC application (all yes)
• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to execute natural gas aggregation agreement (all yes)
• Adopted 2023 tax budget resolution (all yes)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating revenues and transferring funds (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing grant of easement to Duke Energy (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending personnel ordinance (7-0)
• Received Finance Committee report on 2023-2025 financial projections (all yes)
• Received second quarter financial summary (all yes)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 tax budget, hear a presentation on the city's natural gas aggregation program, and consider a resolution to execute a gas aggregation agreement. The council will also swear in a new police officer, review financial reports, and consider several ordinances, including one to amend the personnel ordinance.

• Resolution to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission capital improvement/transportation program
• Resolution to contract with Ferguson Enterprises for Vermont Avenue water main reconstruction materials
• Public hearing and resolution adopting the 2023 tax budget
• First reading of ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues within certain funds
• Second reading of ordinance granting easement to Duke Energy Ohio

The Wyoming City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a natural gas aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc., and adopted the 2023 tax budget. The council also approved several other resolutions and ordinances, including a grant of easement with Duke Energy and a personnel ordinance amendment. A presentation on the gas aggregation program explained that residents were returned to Duke Energy's default rates for the summer due to high prices, with opt-out letters expected in August.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and resolutions for OPWC application, Ferguson Enterprises contract, and Then and Now Certificate (all yes)
• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to execute natural gas aggregation agreement (voice vote, all yes)
• Adopted 2023 tax budget resolution (all yes)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating revenues and transferring funds (roll call 7-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing grant of easement with Duke Energy Ohio (roll call 7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending personnel ordinance (roll call 7-0)
• Received Finance Committee report on 2023-2025 financial projections and 2023 tax budget (all yes)
• Received second quarter financial summary (voice vote, all yes)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider an appeal of a denied permit for a fence at 549 Tohatchi Drive. The denial was based on the proposal violating Section 1183.09(a)(4) of the city code, which regulates front-yard fences in the AAA Single-Family Residence District. The board will also approve minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting.

• Appeal of denied fence permit at 549 Tohatchi Drive (Case #12-22)
• Violation of Section 1183.09(a)(4) regarding front-yard fences
• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a front-yard fence at 549 Tohatchi Drive, allowing the fence to be placed up to 25 feet from the house toward Hilltop Lane, with conditions requiring landscaping along the fence line. The board also approved the June 14, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance for fence at 549 Tohatchi Drive (3-0) with conditions: fence no closer than 25' from house, landscaping along 61' fence line, planted by end of year
• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote, all yes)

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission will continue reviewing a development plan for structural alterations at the Village Green, consider a rezoning request for 301-329 Crescent Avenue, and discuss code amendments on exterior lighting and public hearing notices. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and citizen participation.

• Continued review of Development Plan for structural alterations at Village Green, 412 Wyoming Avenue
• Administrative request to rezone 301-329 Crescent Avenue (odd addresses) from C-3 Office Building District to A Single-Family Residence District
• Planning & Zoning Code amendments regarding exterior lighting, public hearing notices, and code references

The Planning Commission approved the revised Development Plan for the Village Green at 412 Wyoming Avenue, incorporating design elements from the historic train station. It also recommended rezoning 301-329 Crescent Avenue (odd addresses) from C-3 to A Single-Family Residence District. The commission recommended code amendments except for exterior lighting, which will be reviewed separately.

• Approved revised Development Plan for Village Green pavilion (voice vote, all yes)
• Recommended rezoning 301-329 Crescent Avenue (odd) from C-3 to A (voice vote, all yes)
• Recommended code amendments except exterior lighting (roll call 3-0)
• Excused absent members Bossin and Johnson (roll call 3-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Architectural Review Board will meet to approve prior minutes and continue its review of a development plan application for the Village Green property at 412 Wyoming Avenue, under Chapter 1133 of the city code. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• Continued review of development plan for Village Green, 412 Wyoming Avenue
• Approval of May 12, 2022 meeting minutes

The Architectural Review Board unanimously recommended the new pavilion design for the Village Green at 412 Wyoming Avenue to the Planning Commission, with the condition that significant design changes be reviewed by the ARB. The recommendation follows a continued review of the development plan, where the design was revised to incorporate historic elements from a former Wyoming train station. The board also approved the minutes from the May 12, 2022 meeting as modified.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 ARB meeting as modified (unanimous)
• Recommended new Village Green pavilion design to Planning Commission with condition that significant changes be reviewed by ARB (unanimous)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting in person and will be live streamed. The main business includes a public hearing and vote on renewing special use permits for group home, child day care, and nursery school facilities in the city. The council will also consider several ordinances, including appropriating revenues, approving codified ordinance updates, and authorizing an easement for Duke Energy. The consent agenda includes a conflict of interest policy, an employment agreement amendment, and a resolution honoring a council member.

• Public hearing and renewal of special use permits for group home, child day care, and nursery school facilities
• Ordinance appropriating revenues and transferring funds between accounts
• Ordinance approving current replacement pages to the codified ordinances
• Ordinance authorizing city manager to execute a grant of easement with Duke Energy Ohio, Inc.
• Swearing in of Alexander Berlin as police officer

The Wyoming City Council approved the consent agenda, renewed special use permits for group home, child day care, and nursery school facilities, and adopted two ordinances: one appropriating and transferring revenues, and another approving replacement pages to the codified ordinances. The council also held a first reading for a Duke Energy easement ordinance, set for second reading on July 18, 2022. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, conflict of interest policy, employment agreement amendment, and resolution honoring Nancy Averett (all yes)
• Renewed special use permits for group home, child day care, and nursery school facilities (all yes)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues (all yes)
• Adopted ordinance approving replacement pages to codified ordinances (all yes)
• Set second reading for Duke Energy easement ordinance for July 18, 2022

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will meet to consider an application for the Village Historic District. The application involves demolishing an existing house and detached garage to build a new house and detached garage.

• Demolition and new construction application for 27 Walnut Avenue
• Discussion of the review process for Historic Preservation Award Nominations

The joint HPC-ARB meeting continued the application to demolish the house at 27 Walnut Avenue and construct a new home, allowing the applicants time for further evaluation. Members expressed strong opposition to the demolition, citing the property's historic significance and lack of credible evidence of structural unsoundness. The motion to continue passed with all members voting yes, with two abstentions.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Continued demolition and new construction request for 27 Walnut Avenue (all yes, 2 abstentions)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will hear appeals for three denied permits: a rear-yard addition at 171 Brocdorf Drive, a front-yard fence at 549 Tohatchi Drive, and a continued case for a circular driveway at 338 Compton Hills Drive. Each denial was based on specific zoning ordinance violations in the AAA Single-Family Residence District. The board will also approve minutes from the May 10 meeting.

• 171 Brocdorf Drive: one-story rear-yard addition denied (Case #11-22, Section 1153.04(c))
• 549 Tohatchi Drive: front-yard fence denied (Case #12-22, Section 1183.09(a)(4))
• 338 Compton Hills Drive: circular driveway in front yard, continued from April/May (Case #10-22, Section 1153.06)

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals approved a rear yard setback variance for a basement garage addition at 171 Brocdorf Drive, allowing the structure to sit 12 feet from the rear property line instead of the required 30 feet. The board also granted a variance for a circular driveway at 338 Compton Hills Drive, with conditions on materials and landscaping. A case for 549 Tohatchi Drive was continued because the applicants were absent.

• Approved rear yard setback variance for 171 Brocdorf Drive (4-0)
• Granted circular driveway variance for 338 Compton Hills Drive (3-1)
• Continued 549 Tohatchi Drive case to July 12, 2022, pending applicant contact

Recreation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend forming a task force to address drainage and puddling problems at city-maintained fields, following resident complaints about wet fields and water damage. The commission also heard updates on the baby pool leak, a Clean Ohio Trails Fund grant, and summer programs. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March minutes (all ayes)
• Recommended task force for field drainage issues (all ayes)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review a Development Plan Exemption Application for an addition and alterations to Wyoming Community Coffee at 434 Springfield Pike, under Chapter 1133 of the Wyoming Codified Ordinances. The agenda also includes miscellaneous items and adjournment.

• Review of Development Plan Exemption Application for addition and alterations to Wyoming Community Coffee at 434 Springfield Pike

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved a Development Plan Exemption for a rear addition and south façade alterations at Wyoming Community Coffee, 434 Springfield Pike. The addition will add kitchen, roasting, and storage space, with new glazing and seating on the south side. The board recommended approval as submitted, and the applicant will submit final building plans for a zoning certificate.

• Approved Development Plan Exemption for rear addition and south façade alterations at 434 Springfield Pike (unanimous)
• Noted fire separation requirements for east wall (1-hour rated) and south wall to be determined
• Suggested investigating accessible counter height (36-inch) for the 42-inch exterior counter

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will meet to consider an application to change the roof material at 4 Worthington Avenue in the Village Historic District. The meeting will also include discussions regarding design guidelines updates and historic preservation award nominations.

• Roof material change application for 4 Worthington Avenue
• Design Guidelines Update discussion
• Historic Preservation Award Nominations

The joint HPC-ARB meeting continued the historic review for replacing the fire-damaged slate roof at 4 Worthington Avenue with asphalt shingles, requiring the applicant to find shingles that better match the existing slate and provide samples. The motion to continue passed with a split vote (4-3). No other substantive decisions were made; the board approved prior meeting minutes and received updates on design guidelines and award nominations.

• Approved March 16, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Continued 4 Worthington Avenue roof material request to allow applicant to find better-matching shingles and provide samples (4-3)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, receive departmental reports, and take action on several items. Key actions include first readings of ordinances to establish a OneOhio Fund within the city budget and to authorize assessments for miscellaneous bills owed to the city, as well as deciding whether to request a hearing on a new liquor permit application. The agenda also includes a proclamation declaring June 2022 as Pride Month and a resolution to apply for transit infrastructure funding.

• First reading of ordinance establishing OneOhio Fund within city budget
• First reading of ordinance authorizing assessment for miscellaneous bills owed to the city
• Application for new liquor permit for Nobleman Farmer, LLC at 1208 Springfield Pike
• Proclamation declaring June 2022 as Pride Month
• Resolution to apply for Transit Infrastructure Fund program

The Wyoming City Council approved the consent agenda, adopted two ordinances establishing the OneOhio Fund and authorizing assessments for outstanding bills, and decided not to request a hearing on a new liquor permit for Nobleman Farmer, LLC. Council also appointed two members to the Recreation Commission and welcomed Jodi Woffington to fill an unexpired term.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Pride Month proclamation, and appointment (all yes)
• Adopted ordinance establishing OneOhio Fund within city budget (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing assessment for miscellaneous bills owed to city (7-0)
• Decided not to request hearing on liquor permit for Nobleman Farmer, LLC (voice vote, Hoffman abstaining)
• Appointed Bryan Redder to Recreation Commission term expiring Dec 31, 2022 (all yes)
• Appointed Megan Anderson to Recreation Commission term expiring Dec 31, 2023 (all yes)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review a Development Plan Application under Chapter 1133 of the Wyoming Codified Ordinances for the Village Green property at 412 Wyoming Avenue. The agenda includes only this review item, plus miscellaneous business and adjournment.

• Review of Development Plan Application for Village Green, 412 Wyoming Avenue, under Chapter 1133

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved the overall concepts for the Village Green development plan at 412 Wyoming Avenue, but requested that the City seek design alternatives for the performance pavilion to better integrate with the community and suit its intended use. The board also recommended walking pass-throughs in landscaping and varied paver finishes to differentiate seating areas. No other substantive decisions were made; the board also unanimously appointed Scott Kyle as secretary.

• Approved overall Village Green development plan concepts (unanimous)
• Requested City seek design alternatives for performance pavilion (unanimous)
• Recommended walking pass-throughs in landscaping between Village Green and Oak Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended varied paver/concrete finishes to differentiate seating areas (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott Kyle as ARB secretary (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting held at 7:00 a.m. The council will adjourn to executive session to conduct interviews for a vacant council seat, then reconvene to select a member to fill the vacancy. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call, excusals, and adjournment.

• Executive session for personnel matter under Section 121.03(b)(1) to conduct interviews for vacant council seat
• Selection of City Council member to fill vacant seat

City Council

This is a special meeting with only procedural items. The council will adjourn to executive session to conduct interviews for a vacant City Council seat, then excuse absent members and adjourn. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session for personnel matter: interviews for vacant City Council seat

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will continue its review of Case #10-22, an application for a circular driveway at 338 Compton Hills Drive that was previously denied for violating driveway design rules in the single-family district. The board will also approve minutes from the April 12 meeting and address miscellaneous items.

• Continuation of Case #10-22: circular driveway at 338 Compton Hills Drive
• Denial based on Section 1153.06 of City of Wyoming Codified Ordinances
• Approval of April 12, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals continued the case for a circular driveway at 338 Compton Hills Drive, allowing applicants to revise their plans. Board members indicated they would not approve a paved circular driveway, suggesting permeable surface materials instead. The applicants plan to return with revised plans.

• Approved April 12, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote, all yes)
• Continued Case #10-22 for 338 Compton Hills Drive to allow applicants to revise plans (roll call, all yes)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting held mainly to adjourn into executive session to discuss candidates for a vacant council seat. Following the closed session, the council will select which candidates to interview for the vacancy. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with roll call, excusals, and adjournment.

• Executive session under Section 121.03(b)(1) to discuss council candidates for the vacant seat
• Selection of candidates to interview for the vacant council seat

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission will consider two development items: a request to reduce the landscape buffer at the Subway restaurant on Springfield Pike, and a development plan for structural alterations to the Village Green. They will also set the June meeting date. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen participation.

• Request to revise landscape buffer at 1510 Springfield Pike (Subway) from 8-foot to 6-foot width
• Development plan review for structural alterations to Village Green, 412 Wyoming Avenue
• Discussion of June meeting date (June 6 or 13, 2022)

The Planning Commission approved a request to reduce the landscape buffer at the Subway Restaurant at 1510 Springfield Pike from 8 feet to 6 feet, contingent on installing a curb. The Commission also reviewed the City's development plan for the Village Green Performance Pavilion and voted to refer it to the Architectural Review Board for design review before returning to the Commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 6-foot landscape buffer for Subway at 1510 Springfield Pike, contingent on curb installation (5-0)
• Referred Village Green Performance Pavilion development plan to Architectural Review Board for design review (5-0)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on the development plan and zoning amendment for the Work+Shop project. The agenda also includes resolutions for infrastructure contracts and the designation of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Public hearing and ordinance adoption for the Work+Shop development at 432 Springfield Pike
• Contract with Fred A. Nemann Company for Crescent Park parking lot expansion
• Contract with Chemco Systems, LP for water plant lime slaker replacement
• Designation of American Rescue Plan Act funds as lost revenue due to public health emergency
• Renewal of liquor permits

The Wyoming City Council approved the development plan for The Work+Shop at 432 Springfield Pike, converting the building into studio, office, and event space with a dining patio, and amended the zoning code accordingly. The council also approved the consent agenda, renewed liquor permits, received reports from the Urban Forestry and Beautification Commission and the Economic Development Commission on North Pike, and adopted the first quarter financial summary. Appointments to the Promote Wyoming Commission were made after an executive session.

• Approved consent agenda items including contracts for Crescent Park parking lot expansion and lime slaker replacement (all yes)
• Approved renewal of existing liquor licenses (6-0, Hoffman abstained)
• Adopted ordinance approving Work+Shop development plan at 432 Springfield Pike and amending zoning code (6-0, Stankorb Taylor abstained)
• Received annual report from Urban Forestry and Beautification Commission (all yes)
• Adopted report from Economic Development Commission on North Pike (all yes)
• Received NPDES Phase 2 update report (all yes)
• Adopted first quarter financial summary (all yes)
• Appointed Adam Bianco, Tiernan Hogan, and Allison Baker to Promote Wyoming Commission (all yes)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider appeals of three denied permits for residential projects. Each denial was based on specific city zoning ordinance violations. The board will also approve minutes from its March 8 meeting.

• 915 Reily Road: fence in front yard, denied per Section 1183.09(a)(4)
• 18 Allen Avenue: one-story side yard addition, denied per Section 1153.04(b)
• 338 Compton Hills Drive: circular driveway in front yard, denied per Section 1153.06

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals approved a revised front yard fence variance for 915 Reily Road and a side yard setback variance for 18 Allen Avenue, both by 4-0 votes. The board tabled a circular driveway variance request for 338 Compton Hills Drive, asking the applicants to provide more information on parking, landscaping, and stormwater control.

• Approved revised front yard fence variance at 915 Reily Road (4-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance at 18 Allen Avenue (4-0)
• Tabled circular driveway variance at 338 Compton Hills Drive (4-0)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to consider several contracts and resolutions, including a natural gas aggregation agreement, playground equipment and turf purchases for Crescent Park, and a cooperative purchasing interlocal contract. The council will also hold a first reading on a development plan for The Work+Shop at 432 Springfield Pike, which includes a zoning code amendment, and swear in a new assistant police chief.

• Resolution authorizing natural gas aggregation agreement with supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc.
• Resolution for playground equipment purchase from Landscape Structures, Inc. for Crescent Park
• Resolution for playground turf purchase/installation from Forever Lawn of Ohio, Inc. for Crescent Park
• First reading of ordinance approving development plan for The Work+Shop at 432 Springfield Pike, amending zoning code
• Swearing in of Jennifer Lattire as Assistant Police Chief

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a natural gas aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc. The council also adopted the Planning Commission's report recommending approval of a development plan for The Work+Shop at 432 Springfield Pike, with one abstention. Additionally, the council approved the consent agenda, including contracts for playground equipment and turf for Crescent Park, and passed an ordinance appropriating and transferring funds.

• Approved natural gas aggregation agreement with supplier recommended by Energy Alliances (all yes)
• Adopted Planning Commission report on The Work+Shop development plan at 432 Springfield Pike (all yes, Stankorb Taylor abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 22 minutes, H-GAC interlocal contract, playground equipment and turf contracts, and resolution on Millsdale/75 traffic (all yes)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues within certain funds (all yes)

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will conduct a joint meeting featuring a commission training presentation. The agenda also includes an update regarding revisions to the Design Guidelines.

• Commission training by Rebecca Johnson and Sue Moriarty
• Update on Design Guidelines revisions
• Approval of December 14, 2021 ARB minutes
• Approval of February 16, 2022 HPC-ARB minutes

The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board meeting was largely procedural. Members approved the December 14, 2021 ARB minutes and the February 16, 2022 HPC-ARB minutes as amended. They also received a presentation on Wyoming's history and discussed ongoing updates to the Design Guidelines, with staff to email the draft for member review. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approvals.

• Approved December 14, 2021 ARB meeting minutes (all yes, Lutton abstained)
• Approved February 16, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes as amended (all yes, Kyle abstained)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss old and new business. Key items include a possible executive session to consider appointing a trustee, a status update on accounting services RFP, and a resolution authorizing a property sale agreement with Sara Aschliman for 432 Springfield Pike.

• Resolution authorizing property sale agreement with Sara Aschliman for 432 Springfield Pike
• Executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(1) to consider trustee appointment
• Status update on Request for Proposals for Accounting Services
• Approval of January 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• January 2022 financial statements report

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation appointed Jennifer Smith to fill a trustee vacancy and hired Plattenburg & Associates as its accountant. The board also authorized the chairperson to enter into a property sale agreement for 432 Springfield Pike. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Appointed Jennifer Smith to trustee vacancy (unanimous)
• Hired Plattenburg & Associates as CIC accountant (unanimous)
• Authorized property sale agreement with Sara Aschliman for 432 Springfield Pike (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused absent trustee Jon Boss (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to review several permit requests for residential additions and construction. All presented cases involving side yard, front yard, and setback violations were denied.

• Denial of addition permit at 720 Stout Avenue (Case #4-22)
• Denial of addition permit at 96 Burns Avenue (Case #5-22)
• Denial of privacy fence permit at 915 Reily Road (Case #6-22)
• Denial of house construction permit at 637 Oak Avenue (Case #7-22)
• Denial of house construction permit at 641 Oak Avenue (Case #8-22)

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals approved four variance requests: side yard setbacks at 720 Stout Avenue and 96 Burns Avenue, and variances for new homes at 637 and 641 Oak Avenue. A front yard fence variance at 915 Reily Road was tabled to allow the applicant to revise the proposal. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved side yard setback variance at 720 Stout Avenue (4-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance at 96 Burns Avenue (4-0)
• Tabled front yard fence variance at 915 Reily Road until April 12, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved side and rear yard setback variances at 637 Oak Avenue (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance at 641 Oak Avenue (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission will review a development plan application for a change in use and structural alteration at 432 Springfield Pike, submitted by Work+Shop, under Chapter 1133 of the city code. The meeting also includes approval of the January 3, 2022 minutes and citizen participation.

• Review of development plan for change in use and structural alteration at 432 Springfield Pike (Work+Shop)
• Approval of January 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Recreation Commission

The commission will review reports from City Council, Administration, and the School Athletic Department. The agenda includes discussions regarding youth sports, adult recreation, and parks and facilities.

• Approval of January meeting minutes
• Reports from Greenways Committee and School Athletic Department
• Discussion on Parks/Facilities questions
• Updates on Youth Sports and Adult Sports/Recreation

The Recreation Commission approved the September meeting minutes unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on discussing a facility evaluation questionnaire and updates on the Crescent Park playground equipment order and a trail expansion by Great Parks.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will meet to review applications for property changes within the Village Historic District. The agenda includes requests for rear additions and porch alterations.

• Rear addition application for 631 Burns Avenue
• Rear addition application for 96 Burns Avenue
• Front porch alteration application for 432 Springfield Pike

The joint HPC-ARB meeting approved three applications: a rear addition at 631 Burns Avenue, a rear addition and new window at 96 Burns Avenue, and a front porch reconstruction and expansion at 432 Springfield Pike. All approvals were subject to the board's review criteria for contributing properties. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes and discussed a potential history presentation.

• Approved the November 17, 2021 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (Allison/Browning yes, Lutton abstained).
• Approved the January 19, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (all yes, Allison and Ramstetter abstained).
• Approved the rear addition at 631 Burns Avenue as presented, with the addition of a stone-clad foundation (motion by Lutton, seconded by Hall, all yes).
• Approved the rear addition and new window at 96 Burns Avenue as submitted (motion by Lutton, seconded by Browning, all yes).
• Approved the front porch reconstruction and expansion at 432 Springfield Pike as submitted (motion by Geiger, seconded by Allison; Kennedy abstained, Hall voted no, all others yes).
• Discussed a potential history presentation by residents Becky Johnson and Sue Moriarty; members expressed interest and next steps will be coordinated.

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a joint meeting to review three applications for changes to homes in the Village Historic District. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings. The board will decide on these applications, which involve rear additions and a front porch alteration.

• 631 Burns Avenue: rear addition application
• 96 Burns Avenue: rear addition application
• 432 Springfield Pike: front porch alteration application
• Approval of minutes from Nov 17, Dec 14, and Jan 19 meetings

Recreation Commission

The commission will review reports from City Council, Administration, and the School Athletic Department. The meeting includes discussions regarding youth sports, adult recreation, and facilities, parks, and grounds.

• Approval of January Meeting Minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, and Greenways Committee
• Discussion on Parks/Facilities questions

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to review an application to construct an attached two-car garage at 122 East Mills Avenue in the Village Historic District. They will also approve minutes from prior meetings and receive updates on 4 Worthington Avenue and a training opportunity.

• Application to construct attached two-car garage at 122 East Mills Avenue in Village Historic District
• Approval of minutes from October 11, December 14, and December 15, 2021 ARB meetings, and November 17, 2021 HPC-ARB meeting
• Update on 4 Worthington Avenue
• Training opportunity discussion

The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board denied an application to demolish a detached one-car garage and build an attached two-car garage at 122 East Mills Avenue. The denial was based on concerns about the garage's proximity to the property line and its impact on the historic district's spatial relationships. The motion to deny passed 5-2, with one abstention.

• Denied application for attached two-car garage at 122 East Mills Ave (5-2, 1 abstention)
• Approved October 11, 2021 ARB meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstention, 1 remote non-vote)
• Approved December 15, 2021 HPC meeting minutes as amended (unanimous, 2 remote non-votes)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council approved an ordinance amending Codified Ordinance Section 145.05 regarding unclassified service, with all members voting yes. The council also received the fourth quarter financial report, approved the consent agenda, and swore in a new police officer and sergeant.

• Adopted ordinance amending Codified Ordinance Section 145.05 Unclassified Service (all yes)
• Approved consent agenda including December 20, 2021 minutes and resolutions honoring citizens and commission members (all yes)
• Received fourth quarter financial report (all yes)
• Excused Council Member Driehaus from meeting (6-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports including December 2021 financial statements, and discuss old and new business. Key items include an executive session on the sale or lease of public property, updates on the 400 Wyoming Avenue HVAC project and the Housing Infill Project, and discussion of a CIC vacancy and amending the Code of Regulations.

• Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(2) to discuss sale or lease of public property
• 400 Wyoming Avenue HVAC update
• Housing Infill Project update
• Discussion of CIC vacancy
• Amending Code of Regulations

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) unanimously approved directing staff to adjust the Property Sale and Development Agreement for 432 Springfield Pike to sell the entire parcel to Sara Aschliman, including a right of first refusal for the rear portion, and removing Phase II. The board also unanimously appointed Barry Porter as Chair and Chris Harmon as Vice Chair to comply with the Code of Regulations. Other updates included progress on the Housing Infill Project and discussions on filling a trustee vacancy.

• Approved minutes of November 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Directed staff to adjust Property Sale and Development Agreement for 432 Springfield Pike to sell entire parcel to Sara Aschliman (unanimous)
• Appointed Barry Porter as Chair and Chris Harmon as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Tim Cavanaugh and Dan Driehaus (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Wyoming Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from city officials and committees, and discuss various recreation topics including youth and adult sports, cultural events, facilities, and fitness programs. A notable item is a review of the sports selection process. The agenda is largely procedural with reports and general business items.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, School Athletic Department, Greenways Committee
• Discussion of youth sports, adult sports, senior activities, cultural events, facilities, fitness programs, and special events
• Review of sports selection process

The Recreation Commission discussed plans to evaluate and rank all recreation facilities as part of a strategic planning effort to improve operations and pursue grant funding. The commission also reviewed the sports selection process, discussed the potential return of the Muddy Pig event, and approved the September minutes. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved September meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Discussed evaluating and ranking recreation facilities for strategic planning and grant funding
• Reviewed sports selection process, noting COVID-19 constraints on randomization
• Discussed potential return of Muddy Pig event to North Park in 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two appeals for denied deck construction permits at 302 Ritchie Avenue and 237 Burns Avenue. Both applications were denied for violating setback and accessory structure regulations in the city's zoning code. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 302 Ritchie Avenue: appeal of denied deck permit for rear yard setback violation (Section 1153.04(c))
• 237 Burns Avenue: appeal of denied rear deck permit for side yard setback and accessory structure area violations (Sections 1153.04(b) and 1183.06(c))

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests for residential decks. The first allowed a rear yard setback variance at 302 Ritchie Avenue, and the second allowed side yard and accessory building area variances at 237 Burns Avenue. Both motions passed unanimously (4-0).

• Approved rear yard setback variance for deck at 302 Ritchie Avenue (4-0)
• Approved side yard setback and accessory building area variance for deck at 237 Burns Avenue (4-0)