Wyoming public meetings in 2023

City Council

Wyoming City Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda and take action on several ordinances, including the 2024 appropriations budget, an income tax code amendment, and a salary ordinance. The consent agenda includes a contract for the Oliver Road Improvements Project and appointments to city boards. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel reappointments.

• Contract with R A Miller Construction Company Inc. for Oliver Road Improvements Project
• Ordinance amending Chapter 181 regarding municipal income tax, declared an emergency
• Ordinance fixing salaries and compensation for all city offices and positions
• Ordinance making appropriations for city expenses for 2024
• Resolution declaring intent to conduct internet auctions for unneeded city property in 2024

Economic Development Commission

The Wyoming Economic Development Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 6, 2023, and hear a presentation from the Property Maintenance Subcommittee on its findings and recommendations. The commission will also receive status updates on the Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan and other development projects.

• Property Maintenance Subcommittee presentation of findings and recommendations
• Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan status update
• Development updates
• Approval of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a special meeting with two parts: the current City Council will handle routine items and adjourn, then the newly elected Council will be sworn in and elect a mayor, vice mayor, and clerk. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Administration of Oath of Office to Council-elect
• Election of Mayor
• Election of Vice Mayor
• Appointment of Clerk of Council
• Approval of consent agenda and adjournment of current Council

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Wyoming Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss old business including a new city council representative, MADD review, and Stearns Woods progress, and plan for 2024. The agenda includes routine updates and project planning, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Stearns Woods 2023 progress summary
• Discussion of Stearns Woods progress per agreement with homeowner
• Tree City USA status update
• Project planning for 2024

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive a Zoom presentation from Flock Safety, a company that provides automated license plate recognition cameras. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only, followed by miscellaneous business and adjournment.

• Zoom presentation by Flock Safety
• Miscellaneous business
• Adjournment

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the DEI Annual Report and discuss council member assignments for various boards, commissions, and committees. The meeting also includes a period for miscellaneous items.

• DEI Annual Report discussion
• Board, Commission, and Committee Council Member Assignments

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2024 Capital Improvement Program and the 2024 Appropriation Budget, and will adopt an ordinance setting revised fees and charges for 2024. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance amending the Water Works operating code, a swearing-in ceremony for a new police officer, and several consent agenda items including a contract for sidewalk reconstruction and a third amendment to the city manager's employment agreement.

• Resolution adopting the 2024 Capital Improvement Program
• Public hearing and adoption of the 2024 Appropriation Budget
• Third reading of ordinance adopting revised fees and charges for 2024
• First reading of ordinance amending Water Works operating code (declared emergency)
• Contract with Ford Development Corporation for 2023-2024 Sidewalk Reconstruction/Replacement Program

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation is holding its annual meeting. The board will approve the prior meeting's minutes, hear committee and officer reports, review the Conflict of Interest and Whistleblower policies, and elect officers for Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. No specific projects or financial items are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of October 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Conflict of Interest Policy
• Review of Whistleblower Policy
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting to review applications for property modifications within the Village Historic District. The body will consider requests for additions and demolitions at two specific addresses.

• 41 Worthington Avenue: Application for a detached pavilion, rear addition, and demolition of a rear porch
• 233 Burns Avenue: Application for front and rear additions to a detached garage

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting to review two applications for property modifications within the Village Historic District. The board will consider requests for additions and demolitions at two specific residential addresses.

• 41 Worthington Avenue: Application for a detached pavilion, rear addition, and demolition of a rear porch
• 233 Burns Avenue: Application for front and rear additions to a detached garage

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a joint meeting to review two applications for work on properties in the Village Historic District. They will also approve minutes from prior meetings and address miscellaneous items.

• 41 Worthington Avenue: construct detached pavilion, demolish rear porch, construct rear addition
• 233 Burns Avenue: construct front and rear addition to detached garage
• Approval of minutes from August 16 and September 5, 2023 meetings

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will review two denied requests: a fence at 416 Oliver Road and a driveway at 346 Compton Hills Drive, both for violating front-yard regulations. The board may uphold or overturn the denials. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and miscellaneous items.

• 416 Oliver Road: fence in front yard denied per Section 1183.09(a)(4)
• 346 Compton Hills Drive: driveway in front yard denied per Section 1151.06(d)
• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and receive updates on solid waste/recycling rates, including composting. They will also discuss the educational plan, specifically Upcycle Day, and address miscellaneous items.

• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid waste/recycling rate update
• Composting update
• Educational plan: Upcycle Day

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Wyoming Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review old business including beautification awards, the Fall Festival raffle, and a Stearns Woods cleanup scheduled for November 12. They will also discuss a recommendation to the city manager regarding property owner engagement at Stearns Woods and request supplies. New business and member updates are also on the agenda.

• Review of Beautification Awards
• Fall Festival raffle review
• Stearns Woods cleanup on 11/12/23
• Recommendation to city manager for property owner engagement at Stearns Woods
• Request for supplies

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a Junk Day event and a road information sharing plan, including dissemination, timeline, and website updates. The agenda also includes a brief miscellaneous period and an executive session to discuss compensation of a public employee, which is a personnel matter.

• Junk Day discussion (15 minutes)
• Road information sharing: dissemination plan, timeline, website (30 minutes)
• Executive session on personnel compensation under Section 121.03(b)(1) (15 minutes)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to receive committee, trustee, and officer reports, approve the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes, and discuss new business. The main items are an update on the 400 Wyoming Avenue renovations and a first amendment to the lease agreement with Gilligan's on the Green, LLC. No votes are listed on the agenda; these items are for discussion and possible action.

• Update on 400 Wyoming Avenue renovations
• First amendment to lease agreement with Gilligan's on the Green, LLC
• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and resolutions, receiving reports from city departments and commissions, and conducting a public hearing on the 2024 revised fees and charges. They will also vote on resolutions honoring two green business award winners and confirm no hearing is requested for a liquor permit transfer to Gilligan's on the Green.

• Public hearing on 2024 revised fees and charges
• Second reading of ordinance adopting 2024 fees and charges
• Resolution honoring Sight LLC, 2023 Wyoming Green Business Award winner
• Resolution honoring be. LLC, 2023 Wyoming Green Business Award winner
• Confirmation of no hearing for liquor permit transfer to Gilligan's on the Green, 400 Wyoming Avenue

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will approve prior meeting minutes, receive an update on solid waste and recycling rates including composting, and discuss educational initiatives such as Fall Fest and Green Business Awards wrap-ups. They will also begin pre-planning for the Upcycle Day event starting in November.

• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid Waste/Recycling Rate Update with composting update
• Fall Fest wrap up
• Green Business Awards wrap up
• Upcycle Day pre-planning to start in November

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider an appeal regarding a denied request to build an addition within the side yard setback at 18 Euclid Avenue. The proposal was denied because it violates Section 1155.04(b) of the city's codified ordinances, which regulates side yard setbacks in the 'A' Single Family Residence District. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 12, 2023 meeting.

• 18 Euclid Avenue, Case #13-23: appeal of denied side-yard addition
• Approval of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will meet to approve the August minutes and discuss old business, including beautification awards, the Fall Festival on October 7, a volunteer cleanup report for Stearns Woods, and a MADD event on October 28. They will also consider a request for supplies and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of August 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Beautification Awards discussion
• Fall Festival on 10/7, 10-5
• Stearns Woods volunteer cleanup report and possible additional November dates
• MADD event on October 28

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two main topics: the Spring Clean Up/Junk Day program and the proposed Capital Improvement Program and 2023 Appropriation Budget. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final vote, and includes time for miscellaneous items.

• Discussion of Spring Clean Up/Junk Day
• Review of Proposed Capital Improvement Program
• Review of Proposed 2023 Appropriation Budget

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will vote on adopting the development plan for the Brave Like Brayden Community Dog Park at 514-520 Van Roberts Place, which also amends the zoning code. The council will also consider adopting revised fees and charges for 2024, along with several other ordinances, including personnel and contracting changes.

• Third reading of ordinance approving dog park development plan at 514-520 Van Roberts Place
• Report on proposed fees and charges for 2024 and related financial policies
• First reading of ordinance adopting revised fees and charges for 2024
• First reading of ordinance amending personnel ordinance and declaring an emergency
• First reading of ordinance amending contracting and competitive bidding requirements

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will review meeting minutes, discuss solid waste and recycling rate updates including composting, and plan educational initiatives such as the Green Business Awards and Fall Fest booth. They will also discuss the Upcycle Day/Junk Day recommendation letter and pre-planning for the event.

• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid Waste/Recycling Rate Update with composting update
• Green Business Awards: two applications (be. LLC and Sight) for selection
• Fall Fest October 7: booth application, volunteer signup, supplies
• Upcycle Day/Junk Day: recommendation letter sent to City Manager, Committee of the Whole meeting September 26

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from city bodies, and discuss recreation business areas. A key item is the proposed fee changes for 2024, which are listed under business but not detailed.

• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, School Board, and Greenways Committee
• Discussion of youth sports, adult sports, senior activities, and community events
• 2024 proposed fee changes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to continue discussing an application to change the roof material of a residence at 127 Stearns Avenue, located in the Village Historic District. No final decision is noted on the agenda; the item is listed for continued discussion.

• Continued discussion of roof material change application for 127 Stearns Avenue in the Village Historic District

The commission approved a request to replace a 150-year-old slate roof with architectural asphalt shingles. The approval includes specific requirements for ridge detailing, valley materials, and the concealment of ventilation boxes.

• Approved roof replacement at 127 Stearns Avenue with conditions on ridge detail, valley metal, and vent visibility (4-1)

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are holding a joint meeting to continue discussion on an application to change the roof material of a residence at 127 Stearns Avenue, located in the Village Historic District. The meeting is primarily focused on this item, with no other substantive agenda items listed.

• Continued discussion of application to change roof material at 127 Stearns Avenue in the Village Historic District

The Joint Meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board approved a request to replace a slate roof with asphalt shingles. The approval requires specific ridge detailing and the concealment of ventilation boxes from the street.

• Approved roof replacement at 127 Stearns Avenue with conditions on ridge detail, ventilation box visibility, black metal valleys, and standing seam porch roofs (passed with one dissenting vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion on proposed capital improvement projects and their funding, with 80 minutes allotted for this topic. A short miscellaneous period is also scheduled. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of proposed capital improvement projects and funding (80 minutes)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a draft 5-year Capital Improvement Program and a pavement condition report. No formal decisions were made; members discussed potential funding scenarios for road repairs, including loans and property tax levies.

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Wyoming Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June and August, and to discuss old business including a city manager report, beautification nominations/awards, the fall festival, and private vines on trees. No new business is listed. The next meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2023.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of beautification nominations/awards
• Discussion of fall festival
• Discussion of private vines on trees

The Commission approved the minutes from June and August and selected seven properties for beautification awards. The body also agreed to create educational materials regarding invasive vines and will host a booth at the October 7 Fall Festival.

• Approved June 28, 2023 and August 9, 2023 minutes
• Awarded Architectural honor to 157 Linden Drive
• Awarded Community Spirit honor to 128 Wilmuth Avenue
• Awarded Landscaping honors to 43 Fleming Road and 230 Reily Road
• Awarded Tree honors to 600 cody Pass, 349 Compton Hills Drive, and 53 Sherry Road
• Agreed to produce educational pieces on invasive vines for the Fall Festival and City email
• Confirmed booth presence at Fall Festival on October 7, 2023

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing and ordinance readings for the Brave Like Brayden Community Dog Park at 514-520 Van Roberts Place, which also involves amending the zoning code. The council will also hear an update from Commissioner Driehaus on county business, and consider ordinances on unclassified service and fund appropriations. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and a resolution for a community revitalization grant for infrastructure improvements.

• Public hearing on development plan for Brave Like Brayden Community Dog Park at 514-520 Van Roberts Place and zoning code amendment
• Second reading of ordinance approving the dog park development plan and zoning amendment
• First reading of ordinance amending Codified Ordinance Section 145.05 (Unclassified Service) and declaring an emergency
• First reading of ordinance appropriating revenues and transferring funds within designated accounts
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to enter joint agreement with Hamilton County for Community Revitalization Grant for infrastructure improvements

Council approved a consent agenda including a grant for infrastructure and the July 17 meeting minutes. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed community dog park at 514-520 Van Roberts Place, though no final vote on the project was recorded in this session.

• Approved July 17, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for City Manager to enter joint agreement with Hamilton County for infrastructure Community Revitalization Grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $250,000 grant for the pavilion at Village Green

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a joint meeting to review two applications affecting properties in the Village Historic District: demolishing and rebuilding a detached garage at 27 Walnut Avenue, and changing the roof material at 127 Stearns Avenue. They will also select a nomination for the Historic Preservation Award from three properties. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and miscellaneous business.

• 27 Walnut Avenue: application to demolish existing detached garage and construct new one
• 127 Stearns Avenue: application to change roof material of residence
• Historic Preservation Award nomination selection among 35 Springfield Pike, 316 Worthington Avenue, 22 Wyoming Avenue

The commission approved a request to construct a new detached garage at 27 Walnut Avenue. A request to replace a slate roof with asphalt shingles at 127 Stearns Avenue was continued for further information. The board also selected 316 Worthington Avenue for the 2023 Historic Preservation Award.

• Approved construction of a new 2-car detached garage at 27 Walnut Avenue (Unanimous)
• Granted continuance for roof material change at 127 Stearns Avenue (4-2)
• Selected 316 Worthington Avenue for the 2023 Historic Preservation Award
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission approved a recommendation letter to the City Manager regarding Junk Day and the inclusion of an education plan. The commission also decided to participate in the October 7th Fall Festival to promote the Food Waste Drop-Off program.

• Approved May meeting minutes
• Approved motion to send recommendation letter on Junk Day to City Manager
• Decided to participate in October 7th Fall Festival to promote Food Waste Drop-Off program
• Scheduled Upcycle Day pre-planning for the November meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several denied variance requests for residential projects, including decks, pools, fences, retaining walls, and additions. One case (313 Poplar Avenue) is postponed due to lack of quorum. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 19 Worthington Avenue: deck, pool, fence in side yard (Case #8-23)
• 228 Crescent Avenue: retaining wall in front yard (Case #9-23)
• 547 Larchmont Drive: rear yard addition (Case #10-23)
• 313 Poplar Avenue: rear yard addition and accessory building (Case #11-23) - moved to Sept 12
• 642 Grove Avenue: fence and gravel driveway in front yard (Case #12-23)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved four separate variance requests for residential projects including a pool, retaining walls, a porch addition, and a fence/driveway expansion. All approved motions passed with 4-0 votes.

• Approved side yard and fence height variances for 19 Worthington Avenue (4-0)
• Approved front yard retaining wall variance for 228 Crescent Avenue (4-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for 547 Larchmont Drive (4-0)
• Approved front yard fence and driveway variances for 642 Grove Avenue, contingent on submission of a formalized landscape plan (4-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings for a dog park development plan at 514-520 Van Roberts Place, along with adopting the 2024 tax budget. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as a school district parking license agreement, surplus equipment sale, and a three-year labor agreement. The meeting also includes reports from various commissions and committees.

• Public hearing and first reading for dog park development plan at 514-520 Van Roberts Place
• Resolution adopting 2024 tax budget and submitting to County Auditor
• Resolution for license agreement with Wyoming City School District for parking at 1052 Springfield Pike
• Resolution declaring equipment surplus and selling to Village of Woodlawn
• Resolution authorizing three-year labor agreement with AFSCME for 2024-2026

City Council approved the 2024 Tax Budget and a resolution to appropriate and transfer revenues within designated accounts. The council also received a planning report for a new community dog park and a financial report for the second quarter of 2023.

• Approved 2024 Tax Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance Appropriating and Transferring Revenues Within Certain Funds (unanimous)
• Approved June 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with Wyoming City School District for parking at 1052 Springfield Pike (unanimous)
• Approved application for Ohio Public Works Commission State Capital Improvement and/or Local Transportation Improvement Programs (unanimous)
• Approved sale of surplus equipment to the Village of Woodlawn (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2026 Labor Management Agreement with AFSCME (unanimous)
• Received Planning Commission report for Brave Like Brayden Community Dog Park (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two appeals for properties where deck and pool construction was denied due to zoning code violations. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting and handle miscellaneous business.

• 422 Worthington Avenue: appeal of denied deck (porch extension) for front yard setback violation (Section 1155.04(a)(1))
• 19 Worthington Avenue: appeal of denied deck and pool for side yard setback violations (Sections 1153.04(b) and 1183.10(a)(10))
• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved a variance for a front porch extension at 422 Worthington Avenue. A request for side yard and fence variances at 19 Worthington Avenue was continued to allow for more information.

• Approved front yard setback variance for 422 Worthington Avenue to allow porch extension (all yes)
• Granted continuance for Case #8-23 (19 Worthington Avenue) regarding side yard and fence variances

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission is meeting to review a development plan application for the Brave Like Brayden Community Dog Park at 514-520 Van Roberts Place. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting and hear citizen participation.

• Review of Development Plan Application under Chapter 1133 for Brave Like Brayden Community Dog Park at 514-520 Van Roberts Place

The Planning Commission reviewed a Development Plan Application to convert City-owned vacant land at 514-520 Van Roberts Place into a community dog park. The proposal includes two fenced sections for different dog sizes, artificial turf, and various amenities. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the application.

• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation is holding its regular meeting. The board will hear reports from committees, trustees, and officers, and will consider new business, including an executive session to discuss property purchase, sale, or lease. A resolution will be considered to authorize the Vice Chairperson to execute a lease agreement with Gilligan's on the Green, LLC. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and handle miscellaneous items.

• Resolution authorizing Vice Chairperson to execute lease agreement with Gilligan's on the Green, LLC
• Executive session under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2) to discuss purchase, sale, or lease of property
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a resolution allowing the Vice Chairperson to execute a lease agreement with Gilligan’s on the Green, LLC. The board also approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved resolution authorizing Vice Chairperson to execute lease agreement with Gilligan’s on the Green, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss purchase, sale, or lease of property (unanimous)

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will meet to approve the May 24 minutes and discuss old business, including beautification nominations/awards, the Stearns Woods update, and Recreation Center planting. No new business is listed. The meeting is largely procedural with updates on ongoing projects.

• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Beautification nominations/awards discussion
• Stearns Woods update
• Recreation Center planting discussion

The Commission approved the May 24 minutes and appointed a new chairperson. Members discussed the progress of the Recreation Center planting and scheduled upcoming clean-up events at Stearns Woods.

• Approved May 24, 2023 minutes
• Approved Daniele Eller as chairperson
• Decided Eagle Scout project will involve labeling City trees in parks, green areas, or sidewalks

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to approve prior minutes, review a modification to an approved deck and pergola at 265 Elm Avenue in the Village Historic District, and consider Historic Preservation Award nominations. The meeting is open to the public with accommodations available upon request.

• 265 Elm Avenue: modification to approved deck and pergola in Village Historic District
• Review of Historic Preservation Award nominations
• Approval of May 31, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board approved a sliding door installed at 265 Elm Avenue that differed from the original plans. Approval is conditional upon the installation of a grid system to match existing windows and ensuring the railing does not project past the façade.

• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sliding door at 265 Elm Avenue with conditions regarding grid system and railing projection (vote: 3-1)

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are holding a joint meeting to review a proposed modification to an approved deck and pergola at 265 Elm Avenue in the Village Historic District. They will also review nominations for a Historic Preservation Award. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and miscellaneous items.

• 265 Elm Avenue: modification to approved deck and pergola in Village Historic District
• Review of Historic Preservation Award nominations
• Approval of May 31, 2023 HPC-ARB meeting minutes

The Architectural Review Board and Historic Preservation Commission approved a modification to a previously approved deck and pergola project. The approval of a sliding door instead of pivot doors was granted contingent upon specific aesthetic and structural requirements.

• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved sliding door at 265 Elm Avenue provided a grid system is installed and railing does not project in front of the façade (all yes except Mr. Lutton)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving the consent agenda, receiving departmental reports, and taking action on two resolutions. The council will vote on a resolution authorizing a natural gas aggregation agreement and another for a bulk road salt purchase from Morton Salt, Inc. The meeting is open to in-person public comment and will be live streamed.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Morton Salt, Inc. for bulk road salt
• Resolution authorizing natural gas aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc., for up to 36 months
• First reading of ordinance approving replacement pages to the Codified Ordinances
• Resolution honoring Tiernan Hogan for service on the Promote Wyoming Commission
• Resolution authorizing a Then and Now Certificate

City Council approved a resolution allowing the City Manager to enter a natural gas aggregation agreement if the rate is lower than the current contract. The council also adopted an ordinance for replacement pages to the city's codified ordinances.

• Approved natural gas aggregation agreement if rate is below $0.839 per ccf (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance Approving Current Replacement Pages to the Codified Ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Morton Salt, Inc. for bulk road salt (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing a Then and Now Certificate (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Honoring the Services of Tiernan Hogan (unanimous)
• Approved May 15 and May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Mr. Woodside (6-0)

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, receive updates on solid waste/recycling rates and composting, and discuss an educational plan including a Green Business program launching in August. The agenda is routine with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid waste/recycling rate update
• Composting update
• Green Business program launch in August

The commission recommended the elimination of Junk Day as it does not meet Master Plan objectives. Members discussed organizational improvements for future Upcycle Days and reviewed the implementation of a new compost collection service funded by a Waste Reduction Grant.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended elimination of Junk Day

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes and consider an appeal regarding a fence at 424 Burns Avenue. The fence was previously denied because it violates city ordinances on front yard and corner lot fences. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• 424 Burns Avenue fence request (Case #6-23) denied for violating Sections 1183.09(a)(4) and 1183.10(a)(6)C
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a 4-foot aluminum fence at 424 Burns Avenue. The approval requires the homeowners to submit a detailed landscaping plan to the Community Development Department for approval.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Granted front yard fence variance for 424 Burns Avenue with requirement for a landscaping plan (unanimous roll call vote)

Economic Development Commission

The Wyoming Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve April minutes and hear updates on Master Plan implementation tactics, a housing incentives subcommittee, and the Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan. A representative from Heritage Apartments may present if scheduling is confirmed. The agenda is largely status updates and discussion items, with no final votes or contracts listed.

• Approval of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Heritage Apartments representative presentation (pending scheduling confirmation)
• Master Plan Implementation tactics discussion
• Housing Incentives Subcommittee status update
• Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan status update

The Commission approved the April 4, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed the low property valuation of Heritage Apartments. Members reviewed 14 Master Plan implementation tactics and received updates on the Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan and local development projects.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to bring the low valuation of Heritage Apartments to the School Board's attention

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation is holding its regular meeting to receive committee, trustee, and officer reports, and to consider new business. The board will enter executive session to discuss the purchase, sale, or lease of property, and will consider a lease renewal for the second floor of 502 Wyoming Ave. with Sew Many Things, operated by Dina Jacquemin.

• Executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(2) to discuss property purchase, sale, or lease
• Lease renewal: 502 Wyoming Ave., Second Floor – Sew Many Things, Dina Jacquemin

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a lease renewal for a second-floor space at 502 Wyoming Avenue and authorized a letter of intent for 400 Wyoming Avenue. The board also held an executive session to discuss property transactions.

• Approved 3-year lease renewal with Sew Many Things at 502 Wyoming Avenue, Second Floor (Unanimous)
• Approved execution of letter of intent with EP Investment Group for 400 Wyoming Avenue (Unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss purchase, sale, or lease of property (Unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board approved a revised design for a detached garage including a new roof and solar panel array. The approval requires the solar installation to be on the southern-facing roof only and follow specific zoning and layout requirements.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved revised garage design and solar panel array at 134 E. Mills Avenue (1 abstention, all others yes)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to continue reviewing an application for a new roof and solar panel array on a detached garage at 134 E. Mills Avenue, located in the Village Historic District. They will also receive an update on the Springfield Pike Safety and Streetscape Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and miscellaneous items.

• Continued review of application for new roof and solar panel array at 134 E. Mills Avenue
• Springfield Pike Safety and Streetscape Plan update
• Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board approved a revised design for a detached garage and solar panel array. The approval requires the removal of clipped gables and that panels be installed on the southern-facing roof only.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved revised garage and solar panel design at 134 E. Mills Avenue (unanimous, one abstention)

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Wyoming Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of the prior meeting's minutes and updates on old business items, including beautification awards, the Arbor Day event, rain garden clean-up, and the Stearns Woods project. No new business items are listed for discussion.

• Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Beautification Awards update
• Arbor Day review (April 28)
• Stearns Woods update: clean-ups, meeting with Tim on 5/21/23, GIS
• Recreation Center planting update

The Commission agreed to create a general plan for Stearns Woods to be approved by the City Manager. The plan focuses on cleaning high-visibility areas and removing invasive species. The body also reviewed current GIS mapping progress for the woods.

• Approved April 26, 2023 minutes
• Agreed to develop a Stearns Woods general plan for City Manager approval
• Identified Oliver Road entrance, Glenway entrance, and main pathway as priority cleanup areas
• Identified tree vines, honeysuckle, and Lesser Celandine as target invasives
• Proposed new signage and a removable bollard at the Glenway entrance
• Tentatively scheduled regular clean-ups for the 2nd Saturday and 4th Sunday of each month (9-11 AM)

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will hold an executive session to discuss the purchase or lease of public property, followed by a presentation on a brand update. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with no formal votes expected.

• Executive session to consider purchase or lease of public property
• Brand update presentation (40 minutes)

Council received a presentation on community listening sessions intended to guide the creation of a new city logo and branding standards. Members reviewed the history of city logos and discussed two proposed new logo designs. No formal votes were taken on the branding options.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session to consider purchase or lease of public property (All yes)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (All yes)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive committee and officer reports, and discuss new business. The board will enter executive session to discuss the purchase, sale, or lease of property, and consider a lease renewal for 502 Wyoming Ave., Second Floor, with Sew Many Things, Dina Jacquemin.

• Executive session under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2) for property purchase, sale, or lease
• Lease renewal: 502 Wyoming Ave., Second Floor – Sew Many Things, Dina Jacquemin
• Approval of April 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• April 2023 financial statements distributed via email

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the minutes from the April 21, 2023 meeting. The board entered an executive session to discuss property transactions. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved April 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss purchase, sale, or lease of property (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to review two applications affecting properties in the Village Historic District. They will consider replacing the front door and windows at 434 Springfield Pike, Unit A, and demolishing and rebuilding a detached garage at 134 E. Mills Avenue. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on the Fall Festival booth and Historic Preservation Award nominations.

• 434 Springfield Pike, Unit A: front door and window replacement application
• 134 E. Mills Avenue: garage demolition and new construction application
• Approval of October 19, 2022 and January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Fall Festival Booth Subcommittee update
• Historic Preservation Award nominations

The Architectural Review Board approved a storefront renovation for a retail tenant. A request to alter a detached garage at 134 E. Mills Avenue was continued for design revisions.

• Approved storefront design for 434 Springfield Pike, Unit A (unanimous)
• Continued review for 134 E. Mills Avenue garage to allow for design revisions (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 18, 2023 HPC meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to review two applications affecting properties in the Village Historic District. They will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on the Fall Festival booth and Historic Preservation Award nominations.

• 434 Springfield Pike, Unit A: application to replace front door and windows
• 134 E. Mills Avenue: application to demolish existing detached garage and construct new detached garage
• Approval of minutes from October 19, 2022 and January 18, 2023 meetings
• Fall Festival Booth Subcommittee update
• Historic Preservation Award nominations

The commission approved a storefront renovation for a retail tenant at 434 Springfield Pike. A request to alter a detached garage at 134 E. Mills Avenue was continued to allow for design revisions. The board also approved minutes from October 2022 and January 2023.

• Approved storefront design at 434 Springfield Pike including specific signage and wider mullions (unanimous)
• Continued review of garage alterations at 134 E. Mills Avenue for design revisions (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 18, 2023 HPC meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving consent agenda items, receiving department reports, and holding a public hearing on renewing special use permits for child day care and nursery school facilities and a group home. The council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance for a perpetual water main utility easement.

• Public hearing and renewal of special use permits for child day care, nursery school facilities, and group home
• Resolution authorizing contract with Synagro Central, LLC for lime sludge removal and disposal
• Resolution approving update of Hamilton County Solid Waste Management Plan
• Resolution to apply for Transit Infrastructure Fund Program
• Proclamations declaring June 2023 as Pride Month and June 19, 2023 as Juneteenth Day

City Council approved the renewal of special use permits for a group home and child care/nursery school facilities. The council also adopted an ordinance for a perpetual water main utility easement and approved several resolutions via a consent agenda.

• Approved renewal of Special Use Permits for Group Home, Child Day Care, and Nursery School Facilities (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance Approving and Accepting a Perpetual Water Main Utility Easement (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Synagro Central, LLC for lime sludge removal and disposal (unanimous)
• Approved update of the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District Solid Waste Management Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized application for the Transit Infrastructure Fund Program(s) (unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for Pride Month and Juneteenth Day (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Mr. Woodside (6-0)

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will review meeting minutes, discuss solid waste and recycling rates including a composting update, and plan educational initiatives such as the Upcycle Day wrap-up, a Green Business launch in August, and a high school rain garden maintenance event with Urban Forestry on May 13.

• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid waste/recycling rate update and composting update
• Upcycle Day wrap-up
• Green Business launch scheduled for August
• High School Rain Garden maintenance event with Urban Forestry on Saturday, May 13, 9-11am

The Commission recommended the elimination of Junk Day as it does not meet Master Plan objectives. Members discussed organizational improvements for future Upcycle Days and provided updates on the city's compost collection service and school garden projects.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended elimination of Junk Day

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The commission approved the minutes from March 22, 2023. Members discussed preparations for Arbor Day, the results of Stearns Woods wildflower walks, and upcoming invasive species removal. A preliminary overview of landscaping changes at the Bonham Branch Library was presented.

• Approved March 22, 2023 minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole heard presentations regarding regional trail expansion and a proposal for a community dog park. The City confirmed a $7,500 commitment for a trail feasibility study and announced a forthcoming trail extension from Oak Park to Wyoming Avenue. The Brave Like Me Foundation proposed gifting a dog park to the City at the Van Roberts Place greenway.

• Committed $7,500 for the Phase 6 Mill Creek Triangle Trail feasibility study
• Confirmed construction of Hike/Bike Trail extension from Oak Park to Wyoming Avenue this summer

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive committee and officer reports including March 2023 financial statements, and consider new business. New business includes a possible executive session to discuss property purchase, sale, or lease, and a lease renewal for 506 Wyoming Ave., First Floor, with Art Resource Team (A.R.T.), Inez Baird. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 21, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. in the City Building Conference Room.

• Lease renewal: 506 Wyoming Ave., First Floor – Art Resource Team (A.R.T.), Inez Baird
• Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(2) for property purchase, sale, or lease
• Approval of February 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• March 2023 financial statements distributed via email
• Roll call and excusal of absent members

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a lease renewal for the Art Resource Team at 506 Wyoming Avenue. The board also entered an executive session to discuss property transactions. Staff provided updates on the Village Green renovation and upcoming May Fete coordination.

• Approved February 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss purchase, sale, or lease of property (unanimous)
• Approved lease renewal for Art Resource Team at 506 Wyoming Avenue, First Floor (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Dan Driehaus (unanimous)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting in person on April 17, 2023, to consider several action items. The council will vote on resolutions authorizing contracts with Alpha Construction Indiana, Inc. for the Village Green Project and with Ford Development Corporation for the Hike Bike Trail Phase 3 Project. It will also hold a first reading of the annual appropriations ordinance and receive reports from the Urban Forestry and Beautification Commission and the city manager.

• Resolution to contract with Alpha Construction Indiana, Inc. for Village Green Project
• Resolution to contract with Ford Development Corporation for Hike Bike Trail Phase 3
• First reading of ordinance appropriating revenues and transferring funds
• Proclamation declaring April 28, 2023 as Arbor Day
• Resolution urging Congress to pass Railway Safety Act of 2023

City Council approved construction contracts for the Village Green and Phase 3 of the Hike Bike Trail. The council also adopted a revenue appropriation ordinance and the first quarter financial summary.

• Approved contract with Alpha Construction Indiana, Inc. for Village Green Project (all yes)
• Approved contract with Ford Development Corporation for Hike Bike Trail Phase 3 Project (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance Appropriating Revenues Within Certain Funds (all yes)
• Approved March 20, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (all yes)
• Approved Proclamation declaring April 28, 2023 as Arbor Day (all yes)
• Approved agreement with Energy Harbor, LLC for Retail Electricity Services (all yes)
• Approved resolution urging Congress to pass Senate Bill 576, the Railway Safety Act of 2023 (all yes)
• Adopted First Quarter Financial Summary (all yes)

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive an update on solid waste and recycling rates including a waste reduction grant, and plan educational efforts such as Upcycle Day and the timing for a Green Business program in 2023. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Welcome of new member Rob Shimp
• Approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid waste/recycling rate update and waste reduction grant implementation
• Upcycle Day planning
• Green Business program timing for 2023

The commission approved a modified Green Your Schools application from Wyoming High School. Members reviewed a 2022 waste diversion rate of 38% and discussed the upcoming launch of a resident compost collection service. Plans were discussed for the 2023 Green Business Award nominations to begin in August.

• Approved modified Green Your Schools application from Wyoming High School
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will review three denied requests for variances or appeals related to rear and front yard setbacks. Each case involves a property owner whose proposal was denied for violating specific sections of the Wyoming Codified Ordinances. The board will also approve the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• 903 Oregon Trail: aluminum awning in rear yard denied (Section 1153.04(c))
• 713 Reily Road: rear porch addition denied (Section 1153.04)
• 103 Congress Run Road: retaining wall and widened driveway denied (Sections 1183.18, 1151.06(d))
• Approval of March 14, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three variance requests for rear yard setbacks and driveway/wall specifications. One approval included conditions for a permeable driveway surface and engineered drawings for a retaining wall.

• Approved rear yard setback variance for covered porch at 903 Oregon Trail (3-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for covered porch at 713 Reily Road (3-0)
• Approved retaining wall and driveway width variance at 103 Congress Run Road (3-0)
• Conditioned 103 Congress Run approval on engineered drawings for a wall not exceeding 15 feet
• Conditioned 103 Congress Run approval on using a pervious surface for the new driveway area
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstention)

Recreation Commission

The Wyoming Recreation Commission is meeting to approve January minutes, receive reports from city bodies, and discuss recreation business areas including youth and adult sports, community events, facilities, and fitness programs. A dog park proposal presentation is on the agenda as a business item. No votes or decisions are listed beyond routine approvals.

• Dog Park Proposal Presentation
• Approval of January meeting minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, School Board, Greenways Committee
• Discussion of youth sports, adult sports, senior activities, community events, facilities, fitness, aquatics

The Commission heard a proposal from the Brave Like Me foundation to fully fund a dog park in the green space on Van Roberts. The Commission voted to recommend that City Council explore the construction of the park at that location.

• Approved January minutes (All ayes)
• Recommended City Council proceed with exploring dog park construction at Van Roberts (All ayes)

Economic Development Commission

The Wyoming Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear from a local business, and discuss next steps for housing incentives, a business improvement grant, and Master Plan implementation. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no final votes scheduled.

• Approval of December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Local business presentation: Nourish at be., 1 Wyoming Avenue
• Housing Improvements: Subcommittee on Housing Incentives and Guidelines – next steps
• Business Improvement Grant discussion
• Master Plan Implementation

The commission approved the December 6, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed a potential business improvement grant program similar to Springfield Township but determined it was not a good fit for the city's current staff capacity.

• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Wyoming Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to discuss old business including the wildflower inventory, Taking Root mini-grant, tree plaque redesign, and Arbor Day celebration at Hilltop School. New business includes Beautify Awards, landscaping at the Recreation Center, and a potential garden plot. The commission will also review upcoming events and the annual report to City Council.

• Tree plaque redesign
• Arbor Day Celebration at Hilltop School on April 29
• Tree City USA Luncheon on April 22
• Landscaping at Recreation Center
• Beautify Awards (need chair)

The commission approved the minutes from February 22, 2023. Members discussed scheduling wildflower walks and clean-up efforts at Stearns Woods, as well as plans for Arbor Day 2023 and an annual report to the City Council.

• Approved February 22, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes several resolutions authorizing contracts for infrastructure projects, including signage for U.S. bicycle routes, the Vermont Avenue Improvements Project, and Bonham Road construction. The council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance amending the personnel ordinance and declaring an emergency, and will recognize volunteers. The meeting includes routine reports from city departments and an executive session to consider appointments to two commissions.

• Resolution authorizing agreement with Ohio Department of Transportation for U.S. bicycle route signage
• Resolution authorizing contract with Ford Development Corporation for Vermont Avenue Improvements Project
• Resolution authorizing joint agreement with Hamilton County for Bonham Road construction improvements
• First reading of ordinance amending the Personnel Ordinance and declaring an emergency
• Proclamation honoring Chip Skidmore as Exemplary Volunteer of the Year

Council adopted an emergency amendment to the Personnel Ordinance and approved several infrastructure agreements via a consent agenda. The body also designated a volunteer week and appointed members to two city commissions.

• Approved contract with Ford Development Corporation for Vermont Avenue Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with ODOT for U.S. Bicycle Route signage (Unanimous)
• Approved joint agreement with Hamilton County for Bonham Road improvements (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance Amending the Personnel Ordinance and Declaring an Emergency (Unanimous)
• Designated April 16-22, 2023 as Volunteer Week (Unanimous)
• Appointed Caroll Ambrose to the Civil Service Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rob Shimp to the Environmental Stewardship Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved January 23, February 21, and February 27 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to conduct an interview for a vacancy on the Environmental Stewardship Commission. The interview will be held in executive session, which is closed to the public. The agenda also includes miscellaneous items and adjournment.

• Executive session interview of Rob Shimp for Environmental Stewardship Commission vacancy
• Meeting held at Wyoming City Building Conference Room at 6:30 p.m.

Law Committee

The Wyoming Law Committee is meeting to conduct an interview for a vacancy on the Civil Service Commission. The interview will be held in executive session, which is not open to the public. The agenda also includes time for miscellaneous items and adjournment.

• Executive session to interview Caroll Ambrose for a Civil Service Commission vacancy

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, welcome a new member, and discuss a previously denied request for a front porch and rear addition at 79 Bonham Road. The denial was based on front yard setback violations for corner lots in the 'A' Single-Family Residence District. The board may consider an appeal or variance request, though the agenda does not specify an action.

• 79 Bonham Road: request for front porch and rear addition denied for violating Section 1155.04(a)(4) front yard setback rules
• Approval of November 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Welcome new member Abigail Horn

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for two front yard setback variances at 79 Bonham Road. The variances allow for the construction of a covered front porch and a single-story rear addition. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting.

• Approved front yard setback variances for 79 Bonham Road (unanimous roll call)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Excused absence of member Jennifer Eismeier (unanimous voice vote)

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will approve prior meeting minutes, receive an update on solid waste and recycling rates including a waste reduction grant, and review submissions for the Green Your School contest to select winners. They will also plan an Upcycle Day event.

• Approval of February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Solid waste/recycling rate update and waste reduction grant implementation
• Green Your School contest — review submissions and select winners
• Upcycle Day planning

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a presentation on the water treatment facility, including a tour, and to review emergency operations. The agenda also includes time for miscellaneous items and adjournment.

• Water Treatment Facility Presentation by Mike Lippert (30-minute PowerPoint and 30-minute tour)
• Emergency Operations Review (20 minutes)

The Committee of the Whole received presentations on water treatment facility operations and the city's emergency response plans for train derailments. A proposal to pave the city's portion of Bonham Road for $200,000 was discussed and will be presented as a resolution in March.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will review minutes from January 25, 2023, and discuss old business including a GIS update of Stearns Woods, the Stearns Woods vision, the Taking Root grant, Arbor Day 2023 (possibly April 28), the annual report to city council, and the Tree City USA Luncheon on April 20 in Fairfield. New business includes a tree list. The meeting is scheduled for February 22, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. at the City Building.

• GIS update of Stearns Woods
• Stearns Woods vision discussion
• Stearns Woods Taking Root grant
• Arbor Day 2023 (April 28?)
• Tree City USA Luncheon (April 20, Fairfield)

The commission approved the January 25, 2023, meeting minutes and expressed general support for the city's street tree list. Members discussed objectives for Stearns Woods, including invasive removal and native species introduction, and scheduled spring wildflower walks.

• Approved January 25, 2023 minutes
• Supported the city-prepared street tree list

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to approve routine items, receive department reports, and take action on two main items: authorizing the city manager to sign an electric aggregation agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc., and the first reading of an ordinance amending the personnel ordinance and declaring an emergency. The meeting also includes an executive session to consider an appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Fred A Nemann for Compton Road Improvements Project
• Resolution authorizing electric aggregation program agreement with supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc.
• First reading of ordinance amending Personnel Ordinance and declaring an emergency
• Proclamation declaring March 2023 as Women's History Month
• Executive session to consider appointment to Board of Zoning Appeals

City Council approved a resolution to execute an electric aggregation agreement to stabilize energy rates for residents. The council also adopted an emergency amendment to the Personnel Ordinance and appointed a new member to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Approved Resolution to execute an Electric Aggregation Program Agreement with a supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc. (All yes)
• Adopted Ordinance Amending the Personnel Ordinance and Declaring an Emergency (All yes)
• Appointed Abigail Horn to the Board of Zoning Appeals (All yes)
• Approved contract with Fred A. Nemann for Compton Road Improvements Project (All yes)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing the Then and Now Certificate (All yes)
• Approved Proclamation declaring March 2023 as Women’s History Month (All yes)
• Approved January 17 and January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (All yes)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the minutes from the December 16, 2022 meeting. Trustees entered an executive session to discuss property purchase, sale, or lease. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved December 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss property purchase, sale, or lease (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Tim Cavanaugh (unanimous)

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive an update on solid waste and recycling rates including a waste reduction grant, and discuss educational initiatives such as the Green Your School Contest and Upcycle Day. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of January 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Solid waste/recycling rate update
• Waste Reduction Grant discussion
• Green Your School Contest
• Upcycle Day

The Commission approved the January 11, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed the status of a composting program slated for April 2023 and the upcoming Upcycle Day event on April 21, 2023.

• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will review minutes from December 7, 2022, and discuss old business focused on Stearns Woods, including a GIS update, wildflower walks, a mini-grant update, a tour with Taking Root, and a vision for the woods. New business includes planning for Arbor Day 2023 (April 28), a Tree City USA luncheon on April 20 in Fairfield, and the commission's annual report to city council in April. The next meeting is scheduled for February 22, 2023.

• GIS update of Stearns Woods
• Stearns Woods wildflower walks
• Stearns Woods mini-grant update
• Arbor Day 2023 planning (April 28)
• Tree City USA luncheon (April 20, Fairfield)

The commission approved the minutes from December 7, 2022. Members discussed mapping projects at Stearns Woods and scheduled spring wildflower walks, but tabled the discussion regarding the long-term vision for Stearns Woods.

• Approved December 7, 2022 minutes
• Set Stearns Woods wildflower walk dates for March 4, April 1, and April 22, 2023
• Tabled discussion on Stearns Woods vision

City Council

The City Council met in special session to authorize the City Manager to apply for an Ohio Environmental Protection Agency equipment grant. The resolution was approved unanimously.

• Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to submit Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Equipment Grant Application (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will receive status reports on capital improvement projects, including Village Green and street reconstruction, and an update on the Compton Road sidewalk infill project and intersection improvements. They will also discuss the spring clean-up/junk day event. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes expected.

• Status report on CIP projects: Village Green, Street Reconstruction
• Update on Compton Road Sidewalk Infill Project
• Compton/Hilltop Intersection Improvements
• Discussion of Spring Clean Up/Junk Day

The Committee discussed the city's cash balance and the funding of the Village Green project, concluding that the city will advertise for bids once documents are finalized. The committee also selected a safety improvement option for the Compton Road and Hilltop Lane intersection and maintained the date for the annual Junk Day.

• Decided to move forward with advertising bids for the Village Green project
• Selected Option 5 for Compton Road and Hilltop Lane intersection safety improvements (solar powered radar activated stop signs and reflectors)
• Maintained Spring Clean Up/Junk Day schedule for April 22, 2023
• Selected Civic Plus Engage as the provider for the new city website

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved the October 19, 2022 meeting minutes and discussed updates to the Master Plan Implementation Matrix. Members formed a subcommittee for the Fall Festival booth and discussed potential student internships for district re-surveying.

• Approved October 19, 2022 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Formed Fall Festival booth subcommittee consisting of Cathy Ramstetter, Maureen Geiger, and LaBecca Hall

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda, receive reports from city departments and committees, and take action on several items. The most notable action is a request to waive a hearing on a liquor permit application for Wyoming Coffee, LLC at 434 Springfield Pike, Unit B. The council will also proclaim Black History Month and receive the fourth quarter financial summary.

• Waive hearing for liquor permit for Wyoming Coffee, LLC, 434 Springfield Pike, Unit B
• Proclamation declaring Black History Month
• Fourth Quarter Financial Summary report
• Resolution requesting Hamilton County Auditor to make advance payment of taxes
• Resolutions honoring 2022 Citizens of the Year

Council approved the consent agenda and formally received the fourth quarter financial report for the period ending December 31, 2022. The council also voted to waive the hearing requirement for a liquor permit application for Wyoming Coffee, LLC.

• Approved Consent Agenda including December 19, 2022 minutes and various honorary resolutions (All Yes)
• Received Fourth Quarter Financial Report (All Yes)
• Waived hearing for liquor permit application for Wyoming Coffee, LLC at 434 Springfield Pike, Unit B (All Yes)
• Excused absence of Ms. Robles (All Yes)

Recreation Commission

The Wyoming Recreation Commission is meeting to approve November meeting minutes, receive reports from city officials and committees, and discuss business items including youth sports, adult recreation, cultural events, facilities, fitness programs, and special events. The agenda includes a parks/facilities analysis report under other business. No votes on specific items are listed beyond the minutes approval.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, School Board, Greenways Committee
• Discussion of youth sports, adult sports, senior activities, cultural events, facilities, fitness programs
• Parks/Facilities Analysis Report

Environmental Stewardship 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 Commission approved the November meeting minutes. Members discussed a pending $75,000 grant for leaf composting boxes and a separate $8,000 grant application for a composting program. Planning is underway for Upcycle Day on April 21.

• Approved November meeting minutes (All aye)