Wyoming public meetings in 2024

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Stearns Woods Planning Subcommittee of the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to continue developing the Stearns Woods Plan and to discuss Green Area Foresters. No votes or decisions are recorded on the agenda; it consists entirely of discussion items.

• Continue development of the Stearns Woods Plan
• Discuss Green Area Foresters

Architectural Review Board

The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will consider an application to construct a detached garage at 416 Grove Avenue, a property in the Village Historic District. They will also vote to approve the prior meeting minutes from November 20, 2024.

• 416 Grove Avenue: Application to construct a detached garage in the Village Historic District
• Approval of November 20, 2024 joint meeting minutes

The joint HPC-ARB meeting approved the application to construct a two-car detached garage at 416 Grove Avenue in the Village Historic District. The design, which includes engineered lap siding and a dimensional asphalt shingle roof to match the 1880 residence, was approved unanimously. The board also discussed attic ventilation and stormwater management, but no changes were required. The meeting concluded with a discussion about incomplete inventory forms for historic properties.

• Approved November 20, 2024 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved detached garage design at 416 Grove Avenue (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will jointly consider an application to construct a detached garage at 416 Grove Avenue in the Village Historic District. They will also approve minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• 416 Grove Avenue: Application to construct a detached garage in the Village Historic District

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board approved a request to construct a two-car detached garage at 416 Grove Avenue in the Village Historic District. The design, which includes engineered lap siding and a dimensional asphalt shingle roof, was approved unanimously. The board also discussed updating incomplete inventory forms for historic properties and noted an upcoming Master Plan implementation meeting.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved detached garage design at 416 Grove Avenue (unanimous)
• Discussed creating a list of properties with incomplete inventory forms
• Noted upcoming HPC meeting on Master Plan implementation

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a three-year labor agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police (2025-2027), a memorandum of understanding for a donated dog park, and authorization for internet auctions of surplus property. The main business action includes first readings of ordinances to set 2025 salaries for all city positions, appropriate revenues and transfer funds, and adopt the 2025 appropriations budget. An executive session is scheduled to discuss reappointments to several boards and commissions.

• Three-year labor agreement with Fraternal Order of Police covering 2025-2027
• First reading of ordinance fixing salaries and compensation for all city positions
• First reading of ordinance making appropriations for 2025 city expenses
• Memorandum of understanding with Brave Like Me Foundation for a public dog park
• Resolution authorizing internet auctions for sale of unneeded city property

The Wyoming City Council approved the consent agenda, including a three-year labor agreement with the police union, and adopted three ordinances: one fixing city salaries, one transferring funds, and one making appropriations for 2025. The council also approved appointments to several boards and commissions.

• Approved consent agenda including police labor agreement 2025-2027 (all yes)
• Adopted salary ordinance amending 17-2023 (all yes)
• Adopted fund transfer ordinance (all yes)
• Adopted 2025 appropriations ordinance (all yes)
• Approved board/commission reappointments (all yes)
• Appointed Alexandria Barnes-Porter to Economic Development Commission (all yes)
• Appointed Marty Skidmore to Recreation Commission (all yes)

Buildings & Equipment Committee

The Buildings & Equipment Committee will hold an executive session to interview Marty Skidmore for a vacancy on the Recreation Commission. The meeting also includes miscellaneous business and adjournment.

• Executive session to interview Marty Skidmore for Recreation Commission vacancy

The Buildings & Equipment Committee met on December 16, 2024, and adjourned to executive session to interview candidates for a Recreation Commission vacancy. No formal decisions were made; the committee will recommend an appointment to City Council during its executive session later that day.

• Adjourned to executive session for Recreation Commission interviews
• Will recommend appointment to City Council on December 16, 2024

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will review November meeting minutes, receive updates on solid waste and residential food waste programs, and begin planning for the 2025 Junk and Upcycle Days, including potential inclusion of a Hazardous Waste Day. The commission will also discuss a draft document outlining actions residents should take.

• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste update
• Planning for 2025 Junk Day and Upcycle Day, including scope, timing, and possible Hazardous Waste Day
• Organizing sub-teams (Logistics, Promotion, Vendors) for Upcycle/Hazardous Waste Day
• Review of draft document on resident actions for environmental stewardship

The Environmental Stewardship Commission approved the November minutes and set dates for spring 2025 events, including curbside leaf collection (March 24-April 11), Upcycle Day and yard waste pickup (April 5), and Junk Day (April 12). They also formed subcommittees for Upcycle Day and discussed a potential visit to the Rumpke recycling plant. No formal votes were taken on these items; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set dates for curbside leaf collection, Upcycle Day, yard waste pickup, and Junk Day (consensus)
• Formed subcommittees for Upcycle Day logistics, promotions, volunteers, and vendors (consensus)
• Assigned Patrick Walker to explore ESC visit to Rumpke recycling in Feb/March or May (consensus)
• Agreed to include hazardous waste drop-off at Upcycle Day, with Sarah to confirm date with county (consensus)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two appeals regarding denied construction requests. The first involves a detached garage at 416 Grove Avenue, denied for violating front-yard setback rules. The second concerns a retaining wall at 325 Durrell Avenue, denied for exceeding height limits. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and handle procedural matters.

• 416 Grove Avenue (Case #15-24): appeal of denied detached garage for violating Section 1155.04(a)(7) front-yard setback
• 325 Durrell Avenue (Case #16-24): appeal of denied retaining wall for violating Section 1183.18(a) height limit
• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Swearing-in of witnesses for hearing
• Excusal of absent members

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests. The first allowed a detached garage within the front yard setback at 416 Grove Avenue, and the second allowed a retaining wall exceeding the height limit at 325 Durrell Avenue. Both approvals were unanimous. The board also approved the October 8, 2024 meeting minutes and excused an absent member.

• Approved front yard setback variance for detached garage at 416 Grove Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved retaining wall height variance at 325 Durrell Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Abigail Horn (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The commission will hear an update on the Housing/Property Maintenance Study Report and distribute the final Springfield Pike Improvement Plan. They will also discuss Master Plan Implementation, covering past focus areas including South Pike, City Center, and Promenade & North Pike. Development updates will be provided.

• Update on Housing/Property Maintenance Study Report
• Distribution of final Springfield Pike Improvement Plan (Safety & Streetscape Plan)
• Discussion of Master Plan Implementation, referencing past focus areas (South Pike, Tactics, City Center, Promenade & North Pike, Economic Development & Zones of Potential Change)
• Development updates under miscellaneous business

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will receive an annual diversity, equity, and inclusion report, discuss details for a planned dog park to be presented at a December council meeting, consider options for shared recreational space between the city and schools, and review the bidding process for water plant master control software. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and potential recommendation to the full council.

• DEI Annual Report - presentation and discussion
• Dog park plans - details for December council meeting
• City/school shared recreational space - discussion of options
• Water Plant Master Control Software - bidding process discussion

Architectural Review Board

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a joint meeting to consider two applications for exterior alterations in the Village Historic District. They will vote on a proposal to change front porch materials at 209 Worthington Avenue and a proposal to alter front and rear porches at 307 Grove Avenue. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 23, 2024 HPC-ARB meeting minutes
• 209 Worthington Avenue: Application to change front porch material in Village Historic District
• 307 Grove Avenue: Application to alter front and rear porches in Village Historic District

Historic Preservation Commission

The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will consider two applications for alterations in the Village Historic District: changing the front porch material at 209 Worthington Avenue and altering front and rear porches at 307 Grove Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting. Miscellaneous public comment may be heard.

• 209 Worthington Avenue: Application to change front porch material in Village Historic District
• 307 Grove Avenue: Application to alter front and rear porches in Village Historic District
• Approval of October 23, 2024 HPC-ARB meeting minutes

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Stearns Woods Planning Subcommittee of the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing planning work. Items include a review of a prior meeting with Rusty, Thayne, Clay, and Mike, as well as continued development of the Public Green Area Management Plan and the Stearns Woods Plan. The subcommittee will also discuss green areas foresters. No votes or final decisions are scheduled.

• Review meeting with Rusty, Thayne, Clay, and Mike
• Continue development of Public Green Area Management Plan
• Continue development of Stearns Woods Plan
• Discuss Green Areas Foresters

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2025 Appropriation Budget and the 2025 Capital Improvement Program. The body will also consider an ordinance to adopt revised fees and charges for 2025.

• Public hearing and adoption of the 2025 Capital Improvement Program
• Public hearing on the Proposed 2025 Appropriation Budget
• Third reading of the Ordinance Adopting the Revised Fees and Charges for 2025
• Contract with Fred A. Nemann Co. for the Reilly Road Improvement Project
• Fourth Amendment to the employment agreement for City Manager Rusty Herzog

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation is holding its annual business meeting. The body will elect its Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. Members will also review fraud prevention practices and various organizational policies.

• Election of officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Secretary)
• Resolution to amend the Code of Regulations
• Review of Conflict of Interest, Whistleblower, Records Retention, and Public Meetings policies
• Update on interior alterations at 400 Wyoming Avenue (Gilligan’s on the Green & West Side Brewing)
• Review of State Auditor’s Fraud Prevention Training

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold an executive session to conduct interviews for a vacancy on the Economic Development Commission. Two individuals are scheduled for interviews.

• Interview of Jeff Miller for Economic Development Commission vacancy
• Interview of Alexandria Barnes Porter for Economic Development Commission vacancy

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will consider approving minutes from October 9, 2024, and welcome student representatives from Wyoming High School. A discussion with Jack Brendamour from Junk King about the upcoming Junk Day is scheduled. The commission will also receive updates on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste programs, and discuss Green Business Awards and residential outreach.

• Discussion with Jack Brendamour from Junk King regarding Junk Day
• Solid Waste/Recycling/Residential Food Waste Update
• Green Business Awards discussion
• Welcome to Anne Jolly and Henry Bernay from Wyoming High School
• Approval of October 9, 2024 Meeting Minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2025 budget summary, lead water issues and a related webpage review, and gather Village Green feedback against the council's vision of success. A brief discussion on the high school softball field is also scheduled. The meeting will conclude with an executive session on personnel compensation.

• 2025 Budget Summary review
• Lead Water Discussion and Webpage Review
• Village Green Feedback – Council Vision of Success
• High School Softball Field Discussion
• Executive Session on compensation of a public employee

Architectural Review Board

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will jointly review two applications for property alterations in the Village Historic District: a demolition and addition at 102 Wentworth Avenue and porch alterations at 307 Grove Avenue. The board will also discuss the historic review threshold for porches, which may affect future applications.

• 102 Wentworth Avenue: Application to demolish rear porch and construct an addition
• 307 Grove Avenue: Application to alter front and rear porches
• Discussion: Historic Review Threshold for Porches

Historic Preservation Commission

The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will decide on an application to demolish a rear porch and construct an addition at 102 Wentworth Avenue, located in the Village Historic District. They will also review an application to alter front and rear porches at 307 Grove Avenue. Additionally, the board will discuss possible changes to the historic review threshold for porches.

• 102 Wentworth Avenue: application to demolish rear porch and construct addition in Village Historic District
• 307 Grove Avenue: application to alter front and rear porches in Village Historic District
• Discussion: historic review threshold for porches
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 joint meeting and August 21, 2024 HPC meeting

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on revised fees for 2025, including a ban on adult-use marijuana businesses via zoning changes. The meeting will also include updates from city departments and recognition of community awards.

• Public hearing on 2025 Revised Fees and Charges
• Second reading of ordinance banning adult-use marijuana businesses
• Adoption of ordinance for Van Roberts Place Dog Park lot consolidation
• Adoption of ordinance for Village Green lot consolidation
• Third quarter financial summary adoption

Recreation Commission

The Wyoming Recreation Commission will meet to approve September minutes, receive reports from city council, administration, school board, and greenways committee, and discuss routine business items including youth and adult sports, facilities, and special events. A notable item on the agenda is a proposal for an Oak Park bike course.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, School Board, Greenways Committee
• Oak Park Bike Course Proposal

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will discuss updates on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste, including an alternative to the city's Junk Day. The commission will also debrief the Fall Festival, consider Green Business Awards, and plan residential outreach efforts.

• Update on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste
• Discussion of alternative to Junk Day
• Debrief of Fall Festival
• Green Business Awards planning
• Residential outreach discussion

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will discuss two denied building requests: a deck at 15 Springfield Pike and a two-story addition at 102 Wentworth Avenue, both rejected for violating side yard setback rules (Section 1153.04(b)). The board may consider appeals or variances. Approval of prior meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• 15 Springfield Pike: request to construct rear deck was denied for side yard setback violation (Case #13-24)
• 102 Wentworth Avenue: request for two-story rear addition was denied for side yard setback violation (Case #14-24)
• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss the city's five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects and the first phase of a road improvement project. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Wyoming School Levy.

• Wyoming School Levy presentation
• Five Year CIP Projects review
• Road Improvement Project, Phase I

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will approve minutes from August 28, 2024, and receive updates on the 2024 Beautification Awards and the Public Green Area Management Plan. Old business includes discussion of a Pesticide Application Policy and the Stearns Woods Vision. New business covers the Fall Festival scheduled for October 5, 2024. No votes or binding decisions are noted; the agenda is primarily informational and planning-oriented.

• Status update on 2024 Beautification Awards (deadline: October 21, 2024 council meeting)
• Update on Public Green Area Management Plan
• Discussion of Pesticide Application Policy
• Planning for Tree City USA event at Civic Center on April 24, 2025 (volunteers and speaker needed)
• Fall Festival on October 5, 2024

Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to conduct an executive session interview for a vacancy on the Environmental Stewardship Commission. The only substantive item is the interview of CJ Maggio at 6:30 p.m. No other public business is scheduled.

• Executive session under Section 121.03(b)(1) to interview CJ Maggio for Environmental Stewardship Commission vacancy

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing and consider second reading of an ordinance prohibiting commercial adult-use marijuana cultivation, processing, and sale within the city. The council will also hear a report on proposed fees and charges for 2025, and consider first readings of ordinances adopting those fees, appropriating revenues, and approving lot consolidations for the Van Roberts Place Dog Park and Village Green projects. An executive session is scheduled to discuss an appointment to the Environmental Stewardship Commission.

• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance to ban adult-use marijuana businesses in Wyoming
• Report from Finance Committee on proposed fees and charges for 2025
• First reading of ordinance adopting revised fees and charges for 2025
• First reading of lot consolidation ordinance for Van Roberts Place Dog Park project
• First reading of lot consolidation ordinance for Village Green project

City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance amending the zoning code to prohibit the cultivation, processing, and sale of adult-use marijuana within the city, while clarifying that home growing for personal use remains permitted under state law. The council also approved several other items, including a lot consolidation for the Van Roberts Place Dog Park project and the Village Green project, and adopted an ordinance appropriating funds for capital improvement projects.

• Adopted ordinance prohibiting adult-use marijuana businesses (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating revenues for CIP projects (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance approving lot consolidation for Van Roberts Place Dog Park (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance approving lot consolidation for Village Green (unanimous)
• Received Finance Committee report on 2025 fees and financial policies (unanimous)
• Appointed CJ Maggio to Environmental Stewardship Commission (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Hoffman (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss youth and adult sports, community events, and facility maintenance. The body is scheduled to perform a fee review for 2025.

• 2025 Fee Review
• Youth Sports
• Adult Sports/Recreation and Senior Activities
• Facilities, Parks, and Grounds
• Fitness, Programs, and Aquatics

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2025 operating budget summary and 2025 water rates. The body will also review the city's investment, debt, and fee policies, as well as the operating philosophy and financial policy.

• Review of 2025 Operating Budget Summary
• Review of 2025 Water Rates
• Review of Fee Schedules
• Review of Debt Policy
• Review of Investment Policy

The Finance Committee reviewed the 2025 operating budget and various financial policies, making no changes to any of them. Staff requested a 6% water rate increase for 2025, which the committee discussed but did not formally vote on. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with only the approval of prior minutes and adjournment.

• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed Investment Policy, no changes recommended
• Reviewed Operating Philosophy and Financial Policy, no changes recommended
• Reviewed Water Works Revenue Fund policy, no changes recommended
• Reviewed Debt Policy, no changes recommended
• Reviewed 2025 fee schedule, no changes recommended
• Reviewed 2025 operating budget draft, no changes made
• Discussed 2025 water rate increase request (6%), no formal action

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Wyoming Environmental Stewardship Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates on solid waste and recycling programs, discuss plans for the Fall Festival, and review progress on Green Your Schools grants and Green Business Awards.

• Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Alternative to Junk Day solid waste program
• Review plans for Fall Festival, including volunteer booth support
• Green Your Schools grants update and application encouragement
• Green Business Awards discussion

The Environmental Stewardship Commission approved the purchase of two additional compost bins for the Fall Festival through early December to manage pumpkin waste. They also discussed a potential Junk King beta for Junk Day at a flat rate of $20,000, but did not approve it, asking staff to continue negotiations. Other items included updates on recycling and food waste programs, school grants, and outreach plans.

• Approved two additional compost bins for pumpkin season (unanimous)
• Discussed Junk King beta for Junk Day at $20,000 flat rate; not approved, negotiations to continue
• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider approval of the August 13, 2024 meeting minutes, which include three denied requests involving a detached garage, a fence, and a screened porch. No new cases are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from August 13, 2024 meeting
• Denied garage construction at 359 Compton Road due to side yard setback violation (Section 1183.06(b))
• Denied fence construction at 225 Oliver Road due to front yard and corner lot regulations (Sections 1183.09(a)(4) and 1183.10(a)(6)(C))
• Denied screened porch addition at 609 Van Roberts Place due to side yard setback violation (Sections 1159.05(b) and 1155.04(b))

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings and discuss old business including a Public Green Area Management Plan update, a Pesticide Application Policy, and the Stearns Woods vision. New business includes planning for Tree City USA volunteers and speaker selection, as well as the Fall Festival. The meeting will also include a chairperson discussion and selection.

• Chair-Person Discussion/Selection
• 2024 Beautification Awards
• Public Green Area Management Plan Update
• Pesticide Application Policy
• Tree City USA – Volunteers & Speaker Selection

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several topics: prioritization of Economic Development Committee property maintenance, a new Capital Improvement Program list, traffic calming measures, and a potential dog park. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• EDC Property Maintenance Prioritization
• New Capital Improvement Program (CIP) List
• Traffic Calming Conversation
• Dog Park discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission will hold a working session to review a list of intrusions. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and miscellaneous business. This is primarily a procedural meeting with no public hearings or decisions scheduled.

• Working session – Review list of intrusions
• Approval of July 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hold an executive session closed to the public to interview Elizabeth O'Keefe for a vacancy on the Environmental Stewardship Commission. No other business items are listed; the meeting will then adjourn.

• Executive session to interview Elizabeth O'Keefe for Environmental Stewardship Commission vacancy

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading and set a public hearing on an ordinance to amend the zoning code to prohibit adult-use marijuana cultivation, processing, and sales within the city. Council will also take final votes on bond anticipation notes for up to $6,500,000 in road improvements and $3,500,000 in water system improvements. Other business includes approving a contract for a compact excavator and establishing a student volunteer program for boards and commissions.

• First reading of ordinance to prohibit adult-use marijuana businesses in city limits
• Third reading of $6,500,000 road improvement bond anticipation notes
• Third reading of $3,500,000 water system improvement bond anticipation notes
• Resolution to purchase an E60 compact excavator from Bobcat North America
• Resolution establishing a High School Student City Volunteer Boards and Commissions program

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting on August 16, 2024. Agenda items include approval of prior minutes, receipt of financial statements, an executive session to discuss the purchase, sale, transfer, or lease of property, and discussion of shared restrooms at 400 Wyoming Avenue.

• Executive session per Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2) to discuss property purchase, sale, transfer, or lease
• 400 Wyoming Avenue – shared restrooms discussion
• Receipt of June and July 2024 Financial Statements
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2024

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The commission will review minutes, then discuss potential alternatives to the traditional Junk Day event and develop content for a sustainable practices guide for residents. They will also plan for the Fall Festival, consider Green Your Schools Grants, and review Green Business Awards.

• Discussion of alternative to Junk Day
• Residential sustainable practice guidelines
• Planning for Fall Festival
• Green Your Schools Grants
• Green Business Awards

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear appeals regarding three denied requests for construction projects. Each case involves a proposal that violated specific City of Wyoming Codified Ordinances regarding setbacks and fence placement.

• Fence construction request at 5 Elm Avenue (Case #7-24)
• Detached garage construction request at 30 E. Mills Avenue (Case #8-24)
• Front porch construction request at 308 Grove Avenue (Case #9-24)

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission will discuss and potentially decide on a prohibition of the cultivation, processing, and/or sale of adult-use marijuana within the city. This is the only substantive business item on the agenda; the remainder is procedural (roll call, approval of previous minutes, citizen comments, and adjournment).

• Public hearing and discussion on prohibition of adult-use marijuana cultivation, processing, and/or sale

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission's Stearns Woods Planning Subcommittee is meeting to develop a management plan for public green areas. The group will review maps of completed work and discuss short- and long-term plans for Stearns Woods.

• Development of Public Green Areas Management Plan
• Review of work maps for Stearns Woods
• Discussion of short-term and long-term plans for Stearns Woods

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will conduct a preliminary design review for Mt. Pleasant. Members will also discuss legislation regarding marijuana dispensaries and the use of high school student volunteers on city boards and commissions.

• Mt. Pleasant Preliminary Design Review
• Marijuana Dispensary Legislation discussion
• High School Student Volunteers on City Boards/Commissions/Committees

Architectural Review Board

The joint meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will review applications for modifications to properties in the Village Historic District: a new front porch at 308 Grove Avenue and porch alterations at 322 Worthington Avenue. The board will also consider a nominee for the Historic Preservation Award and continue discussion on Master Plan implementation.

• Application to construct a new front porch at 308 Grove Avenue in the Village Historic District
• Application to alter existing porches along Grove Avenue frontage at 322 Worthington Avenue
• Review of a Historic Preservation Award nomination
• Continued discussion of Master Plan Implementation
• Approval of prior meeting minutes from 2023–2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting to review applications for exterior alterations in the Village Historic District. The body will also discuss the Master Plan implementation and a historic preservation award nomination.

• Application for a new front porch at 308 Grove Avenue
• Application to alter existing porches at 322 Worthington Avenue
• Review of Historic Preservation Award nomination
• Discussion on Master Plan implementation

City Council

City Council will conduct public hearings and consider third readings of ordinances authorizing up to $6.5 million in road improvement bond anticipation notes and up to $3.5 million in water system improvement bond anticipation notes. They will also hear a presentation on the gas aggregation program and consider a resolution to execute a new agreement. Additional actions include adopting the 2025 tax budget, amending zoning penalties, approving a development plan change for the public safety facility, and first reading of a geothermal systems ordinance.

• Public hearing on $6.5M road improvement bond anticipation notes (third reading)
• Public hearing on $3.5M water system bond anticipation notes (third reading)
• Presentation and resolution on gas aggregation program with Energy Alliances, Inc.
• Adoption of 2025 tax budget
• Third reading of ordinance approving development plan change for Public Safety Facility at 600 Grove Avenue

Finance Committee

The Wyoming Finance Committee will review the 2024 Second Quarter Financial Summary at this meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the remainder is procedural (call to order, miscellaneous, adjournment). This is a discussion item only—no votes or decisions are listed.

• Review of the 2024 Second Quarter Financial Summary

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The commission will review a letter sent to City Council regarding waste performance. Members will also discuss alternatives to Junk Day and develop content for resident sustainability guidelines.

• Review of waste performance letter sent to City Council
• Discussion of alternatives to Junk Day
• Development of sustainable practice guidelines for residents

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Stearns Woods Planning Subcommittee will review a herbicide application plan and continue developing the Public Green Areas Management Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding re-starting Green Area Foresters and reviewing work maps for Stearns Woods.

• Review Herbicide Application Plan
• Development of Public Green Areas Management Plan
• Plan for Re-starting Green Area Foresters
• Review Maps of Work completed in Stearns Woods
• Short and Long Term Plans for Stearns Woods

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Stearns Woods Planning Subcommittee is reviewing the UFBC charter, budget, and herbicide application plans. The meeting also includes developing a short-term work plan for 2024 and discussing long-term strategies.

• Review of UFBC Charter and Green Areas Trust definition
• Discussion of UFBC Budget for Stearns Woods
• Review of Herbicide Application Plan
• Development of a 2024 short-term work plan
• Discussion of long-term vision for Stearns Woods

City Council

The council will consider bond issuances for road and water system improvements totaling $10 million. They will also hold public hearings regarding a development plan change for the Public Safety Facility at 600 Grove Avenue. Additionally, the council will review special use permit renewals for local childcare and group home facilities.

• $6,500,000 Road Improvement Bond issuance
• $3,500,000 Water System Improvement Bond issuance
• Development plan change for Public Safety Facility at 600 Grove Avenue
• Renewal of special use permits for Child Day Care and Group Home facilities
• Transfer of 508 Van Roberts Place to the City

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will review June 2024 financial statements and approve minutes from the May 17, 2024 meeting. The board also scheduled an executive session regarding the purchase, sale, transfer, or lease of property.

• Approval of May 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receipt of June 2024 financial statements
• Executive session to discuss property purchase, sale, transfer, or lease

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The commission will review a draft City Council update regarding waste practices and receive an update on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste. Members will also discuss ideas for 2024 initiatives focused on resident outreach for sustainable practices.

• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Solid Waste/Recycling/Residential Food Waste Update
• Review of draft City Council Update on Waste Practices
• Discussion of 2024 ESC initiatives for resident outreach

Finance Committee

The Wyoming Finance Committee will review assumptions for the 2025 tentative tax budget and financial projections through 2027. Members will also discuss a 2024 debt issuance intended to fund local road projects. These agenda items outline upcoming municipal spending, potential property tax impacts, and infrastructure funding plans for residents.

• Review of assumptions for the 2025 tentative tax budget process
• Discussion of the 2025 tentative tax budget itself
• Review of assumptions for 2025-2027 financial projections
• Discussion of 2024 debt issuance designated for road projects

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission and Stearns Woods Planning Subcommittee will discuss the commission charter and Green Areas Trust definition. The agenda includes reviewing the herbicide application plan and historical work at Stearns Woods. Members will also develop a short-term work plan for 2024.

• UFBC Budget for Stearns Woods
• Review of Herbicide Application Plan
• Development of 2024 Short Term Work Plan
• Definition of Green Areas Trust

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a 40-minute review of the Master Plan, the sale of 820 Oak Avenue, a road improvement timeline, and a possible change to the standing meeting date. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Master Plan Review (40 minutes)
• Sale of 820 Oak Avenue (5 minutes)
• Road Improvement Timeline Discussion (10 minutes)
• Discussion of Changing Standing Meeting Date (5 minutes)

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Wyoming Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to approve April minutes and review reports on spring events including Wildflower Walks, Stearns Woods volunteer days, and Arbor Day. They will also discuss the management plan update, a sign revision without QR code, trunk laying near the Glenway entrance, and planning for the 2024 Beautification Awards and annual report.

• Approval of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Wildflower Walks report (5/4 at 10:00 and 11:15)
• Stearns Woods volunteer day reports (5/5, 5/18)
• Sign revision without QR code
• Annual report planning pushed to June 17 city council agenda

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will consider a development plan change for the public safety facility at 600 Grove Avenue, including a first reading of an ordinance to approve the change and amend the zoning code. The council will also hold first readings on a zoning penalty amendment and an extension of the geothermal well moratorium. Several proclamations and resolutions are on the consent agenda, and the council will hear reports from city departments and committees.

• First reading of ordinance approving development plan change for Public Safety Facility, 600 Grove Avenue, and amending zoning code
• First reading of ordinance amending Section 1135.99 on penalties for planning and zoning code violations
• First reading of ordinance extending temporary moratorium on geothermal well installation in certain areas
• Resolution authorizing application to Transit Infrastructure Fund Program(s)
• Swearing in of Police Officer Braden Ruhe

Law Committee

The Law Committee is meeting to conduct an interview for a vacancy on the Board of Zoning Appeals. The interview will take place in an executive session closed to the public.

• Interview of Toya Wall for Board of Zoning Appeals vacancy

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold its regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive March and April 2024 financial statements, and discuss new business. Items include a lease renewal for Patina at 504 Wyoming Ave. (first floor) and a development agreement for the Infill Housing Project at 715-717 Van Roberts Place. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Lease renewal for Patina at 504 Wyoming Ave., first floor
• Development agreement for Infill Housing Project at 715-717 Van Roberts Place
• Approval of March 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receipt of March and April 2024 financial statements

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will continue discussions regarding two previous denials. These include a one-story addition at 652 Glenway Avenue and a fence request at 751 Springfield Pike.

• Continuation of Case #4-24: 652 Glenway Avenue (one-story addition)
• Continuation of Case #6-24: 751 Springfield Pike (fence construction)

Planning Commission

The Wyoming Planning Commission will consider a development plan change for a parking lot fence at the Public Safety Facility, a zoning code text amendment on penalties, and receive updates on the Springfield Pike safety plan and the city's recreational marijuana moratorium. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and citizen participation.

• Development plan change for parking lot fence enclosure at Wyoming Public Safety Facility, 600 Grove Avenue
• Zoning code text amendment to Section 1135.99 (penalty provision)
• Springfield Pike Safety and Streetscape Improvement Plan update
• Update on City of Wyoming's Recreational Marijuana Moratorium

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss next steps for the property maintenance subcommittee, and consider master plan implementation for South Pike. They will also receive updates on the Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan and other development items.

• Approval of December 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Property Maintenance Subcommittee next steps after January 2024 Committee of the Whole discussion
• Master Plan Implementation – South Pike, referencing past discussions from 2022-2023
• Springfield Pike Safety & Streetscape Plan status update
• Development updates

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review old business including the Arbor Day final plan and Tree City USA luncheon report, and discuss new business such as the Stearns Woods Maple Syrup Outreach Program. The meeting is largely administrative and planning-focused, with no major financial or regulatory decisions on the agenda.

• Arbor Day final plan for 4/26/24
• Tree City USA Luncheon Report
• Wildflower Walks upcoming date 5/4 at 10:00 and 11:15
• Stearns Woods Volunteer Day events on 5/5 and 5/18
• Annual Report planning for May 20 City Council agenda

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a single substantive item: a 60-minute learning session about Mauritanian asylum seekers. The rest of the agenda is procedural, with a brief miscellaneous period and adjournment.

• 60-minute presentation on Mauritanian asylum seekers
• Miscellaneous discussion (5 minutes)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2026 Community Development funding application, and will consider several proclamations and resolutions, including designating April 19 as Watershed Awareness Day and April 21-27 as Volunteer Week. The council will also receive the first quarter financial summary and consider an ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues within certain funds. The agenda includes routine reports from city departments and committees.

• Public hearing on 2024-2026 Community Development funding application
• Proclamation for Watershed Awareness Day (April 19, 2024)
• Resolution designating Volunteer Week (April 21-27, 2024)
• Annual renewal of liquor permits - confirm no objection
• First reading of ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues

Finance Committee

The Wyoming Finance Committee is meeting to approve the January 16, 2024 meeting minutes and review the 2024 first quarter financial summary. The agenda also includes a miscellaneous items section. No specific financial figures or action items are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 first quarter financial summary

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates regarding solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste. The meeting also includes planning updates for Upcycle Day.

• Solid Waste/Recycling/Residential Food Waste Update
• Upcycle Day Planning: Vendor Partner team updates
• Upcycle Day Planning: Logistics team updates regarding Seed Bomb distribution
• Upcycle Day Planning: Communications team updates

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will review four previously denied requests for variances at properties on Ashley Lane, Burns Avenue, Glenway Avenue, and Springfield Pike. Each denial was based on specific city ordinances regarding setbacks, fence height, or Planned Unit Development rules. The board will also approve minutes from the March 12 meeting.

• 352 Ashley Lane: covered patio roof within rear yard setback (Case #2-24)
• 1042 Burns Avenue: carport, covered patio, and pool (Case #3-24)
• 652 Glenway Avenue: one-story addition (Case #4-24)
• 320 Springfield Pike: fence height (Case #5-24)

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The commission will discuss various items regarding Stearns Woods, including trail locations and volunteer policies. The agenda also includes discussions on the Streetscape Project, sign designs, and Tree City USA events.

• Stearns Woods Trail location discussion
• Review of draft volunteer applicator policy
• Tree City USA annual event in Tipp City
• Input on the Streetscape Project
• Update on sign design

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the current community-wide road project plan and debrief a Hamilton County Juvenile Court presentation about the Hillcrest Training School. The meeting is a discussion session, not a voting meeting, and includes time for miscellaneous items.

• Discussion of current community-wide road project plan (55 minutes)
• Debrief of Hamilton County Juvenile Court presentation on Hillcrest Training School (25 minutes)
• Miscellaneous items (5 minutes)

City Council

The Wyoming City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2026 Community Conduct Hearing Development Funding Application. The agenda includes roll call, the hearing, excusal of absent members, and adjournment. No other substantive business is listed.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2024-2026 Community Conduct Hearing Development Funding Application
• Meeting is a special session at 6:00 p.m. in the City Building Conference Room
• Accommodations available by contacting Customer Service & Finance Department 72 hours prior

Historic Preservation Commission

The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss the potential relocation of the Hitching Post at 124 Stearns Avenue and to review the implementation of the city's Master Plan. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and welcoming a new member.

• Discussion of Hitching Post relocation at 124 Stearns Avenue
• Review and discussion of Master Plan implementation
• Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Welcome of new member Amy Getgey

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing on expanding the city's Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) and consider first readings of ordinances to impose a temporary moratorium on geothermal wells in certain areas and to appropriate funds. Council will also discuss Hamilton County's plans to reopen Hillcrest Training School, a juvenile facility near the city, and receive a stormwater report from the Mayor's Taskforce.

• Public hearing on DORA application expansion
• First reading: ordinance for temporary moratorium on geothermal wells
• First reading: ordinance appropriating and transferring revenues
• Discussion with Hamilton County on reopening Hillcrest Training School
• Resolution authorizing contract with Larry Smith, Inc. for Hilltop Park Watermain Replacement Project

Streets & Roads Committee

The Streets & Roads Committee is meeting to conduct an executive session interview for a vacancy on the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission. The only scheduled item is the interview of Eric Moore, followed by miscellaneous business and adjournment.

• Executive session to interview Eric Moore for Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission vacancy
• Meeting at Wyoming City Building Conference Room, 6:15 p.m.

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold its regular meeting to approve prior minutes and financial statements, and to act on several business items. Key actions include a sublease agreement at 400 Wyoming Avenue, a resolution on check signing policy, and interior alterations at 500 Wyoming Ave. The board will also review a state audit and hear updates on local planning efforts.

• 400 Wyoming Avenue: Gilligan's on the Green sublease to West Side Brewing
• Resolution regarding authorized signatories and check signing policy
• 500 Wyoming Ave., 2nd Floor: Interior alterations for BigOrange Marketing
• Review of the 2022-2021 State Auditor's Regular Audit
• Information sharing: Lockland planning grant to study W. Wyoming Ave. Business District

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider Case #1-24, a request to build an addition within the rear yard setback at 608 Hilltop Lane. The request was previously denied because it violates Section 1153.04(c) of the City's codified ordinances, which regulates setbacks in the 'AAA' Single Family Residence District. The board will also approve the minutes from the November 14, 2023 meeting.

• 608 Hilltop Lane, Case #1-24: request for rear yard setback variance, previously denied
• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss Hillcrest Training School and other miscellaneous matters. The agenda is brief and contains no specific proposals or decisions.

• Discussion of Hillcrest Training School

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission is meeting to discuss waste reduction and recycling efforts. They will hear from Hamilton County representatives about waste reduction programs, get updates on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste, and plan the upcoming Upcycle Day with vendor, logistics, and communications teams.

• Meeting with Hamilton County representatives regarding waste reduction programs
• Solid Waste/Recycling/Residential Food Waste Update
• Upcycle Day planning with updates from Vendor Partner, Logistics, and Communications teams
• Approval of February 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Recreation Commission

The Wyoming Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes and receive reports from city council, administration, school board, and the greenways committee. They will discuss youth and adult sports, community events, facilities, fitness programs, and a possible park or facility improvement that the Wyoming Community Foundation could fund.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Reports from City Council, Administration, School Board, Greenways Committee
• Discussion of youth sports, adult sports, senior activities, and community events
• Possible park/facility improvement for Wyoming Community Foundation to fund

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will review January minutes, welcome new members, and discuss old business including Stearns Woods projects (donated funds, trail location, spring walks) and the Tree City USA event on April 19. No new business is listed.

• Stearns Woods: Green Areas Trust donated funds via Wyoming Community Foundation
• Stearns Woods Trail Location discussion
• Spring Ephemeral walks planning
• Tree City USA annual event April 19, 2024, Tipp City
• Beautification Awards online announcement

Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including geothermal rules and regulations, the process for expanding the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), the bidding process and memorandum of understanding for a dog park, and talking points and a communication plan for Hillcrest School. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final decision-making body.

• Discussion of Geothermal Rules and Regulations
• DORA Expansion Process
• Dog Park Bidding Process and MOU
• Hillcrest School Talking Points and Communication Plan
• Strengths Exercise

Buildings & Equipment Committee

The Buildings & Equipment Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Commission. The agenda includes executive sessions for two candidates, followed by miscellaneous business and adjournment.

• Executive session to interview Amy Getgey for Historic Preservation Commission vacancy
• Executive session to interview Jenni McCauley for Historic Preservation Commission vacancy

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 20, 2024, with several action items. Council will read a proclamation for Women's History Month, consider first readings of ordinances amending the personnel ordinance and authorizing an anchor easement with Duke Energy Ohio, Inc., both declared emergencies. The agenda also includes routine reports, citizen participation, and an executive session for appointments to city commissions.

• Proclamation declaring March 2024 as Women's History Month
• First reading of ordinance amending the Personnel Ordinance and declaring an emergency
• First reading of ordinance authorizing City Manager to execute a grant of anchor easement with Duke Energy Ohio, Inc. and declaring an emergency
• Executive session to consider appointments to Urban Forestry & Beautification, Environmental Stewardship, and Historic Preservation Commissions

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider a development plan exemption application for a patio awning at Gilligan's on the Green, 400 Wyoming Avenue, under Chapter 1133 of the Wyoming Codified Ordinances. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order and adjournment.

• Development plan exemption for patio awning at Gilligan's on the Green, 400 Wyoming Avenue

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold an executive session to conduct interviews for a vacancy on the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission. Three candidates are scheduled for interviews during the meeting.

• Interview with Caroline Ammerman at 8:10 a.m.
• Interview with LaToya Wall at 8:30 a.m.
• Interview with Kent Finley at 8:50 a.m.

Streets & Roads Committee

The Streets & Roads Committee will hold an executive session to conduct interviews for a vacancy on the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission. The session includes interviews for Bill Felix and Clayton Monahan.

• Executive session to interview Bill Felix for Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission vacancy
• Executive session to interview Clayton Monahan for Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission vacancy

Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission

The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will discuss matters regarding Stearns Woods, including Green Areas Trust funds and tree rot issues. The commission will also address Tree City USA status and begin project planning for 2024.

• Discussion of Green Areas Trust donated funds for Stearns Woods
• Report on tree rot in Stearns Woods following ivy removal
• Review of Tree City USA status
• 2024 project planning

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Flock Safety and a report from the EDC regarding a property maintenance study. The meeting also includes council member introductions.

• Flock Safety presentation
• EDC Property Maintenance Study Report presentation

Community Improvement Corporation

The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will review business proposals for 400 Wyoming Avenue and a sewer backup prevention agreement for 500 Wyoming Avenue. The board will also discuss parcel transfers for Wyoming Glen and address a vacancy on the board.

• Gilligan’s on the Green patio awning proposal at 400 Wyoming Avenue
• West Side Brewing new exit door proposal at 400 Wyoming Avenue
• Sewer Backup Prevention Program agreement with Metropolitan Sewer District
• Transfer of Wyoming Glen parcels to the Wyoming Glen Association
• Review of November and December 2023 financial statements

Environmental Stewardship Commission

The Environmental Stewardship Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss the current residential food waste program's capacity, and plan the upcoming Upcycle Day event. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of December 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review and discussion of residential food waste program capacity
• Upcycle Day planning: sub-team reports and next steps

City Council

The Wyoming City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance to impose an immediate moratorium on permits for retail dispensaries, cultivators, or processors of adult-use marijuana. The meeting also includes the presentation of the fourth quarter financial report and several resolutions honoring the 2023 Citizens of the Year.

• First reading of ordinance for a moratorium on adult-use marijuana permits
• Fourth Quarter Financial Report
• Proclamation declaring Black History Month
• Resolutions honoring 2023 Citizens of the Year
• Resolution requesting Hamilton County Auditor to make advance payment of taxes

Finance Committee

The Wyoming Finance Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from September 25, 2023, and review the 2023 fourth quarter financial summary. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of September 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of 2023 fourth quarter financial summary