Amberley public meetings in 2023
51 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Village Council
The Village Council will hold nominations and oaths of office for the Mayor and Vice Mayor. The body will also vote on appointments for the Village Treasurer, Solicitor, and Clerk of Council, and establish 2023-2025 committee appointments.
- Ordinance 2023-9: Appointing Claire Eichner as Village Treasurer
- Ordinance 2023-10: Appointing Andrew Kaake as Village Solicitor
- Ordinance 2023-11: Appointing Tammy Reasoner as Clerk of Council
- Resolution 2023-24: Adopting the 2023 Hamilton County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Ordinance 2023-13: Making appropriations for Village expenses for Fiscal Year 2024
General
The Public Buildings & Parks Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a Hamilton County Public Health Grant for ballfield renovations.
- Hamilton County Public Health Grant for Ballfield Renovations
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The Police and Fire Committee will meet to discuss a hazard mitigation resolution and review budget requests for 2024. The meeting also includes a department update.
- Hazard mitigation resolution
- 2024 Police/Fire Budget requests preview
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The Finance Committee is meeting to review the 2024 budget and property and casualty insurance. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from November 29, 2023.
- 2024 Budget
- Property & Casualty Insurance discussion with Michael Fishel
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The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee will meet to discuss the 2024 Street Program and a list of stormwater projects. The body will also review a rate increase for CT Consultants and a sidewalk request for 6885 Fair Oaks Drive.
- 2024 Street Program
- CT Consultants rate increase
- Requested sidewalk at 6885 Fair Oaks Drive (Section Road)
- Stormwater project list
- Preview of capital items
Village Council
The Village Council will meet to review committee reports and new business. A primary point of discussion is the extension of the solid waste and recycling contract with Rumpke.
- Ordinance 2023-8: Extension of contract with Rumpke for Solid Waste Disposal and Recycling Services
- Employee holiday gift cards
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The Compensation & Benefits Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss two specific personnel topics. The body will review employee holiday gift cards and receive an update on succession planning.
- Approval of May 3, 2023 minutes
- Discussion of employee holiday gift cards
- Update on succession planning
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The Health, Education & Welfare Committee will meet to review a request from the Human Rights Commission regarding the non-discrimination ordinance. The committee will also discuss deer management with Chris Fritsch.
- Proposed changes to the non-discrimination ordinance
- Deer management discussion
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The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the Village Treasurer position with Claire Eichner. The meeting also includes a request for approval of the November 1, 2023 minutes.
- Discussion regarding Village Treasurer position with Claire Eichner
- Approval of November 1, 2023 minutes
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The Investment Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the Village Investment Portfolio with PNC Managing Director Bob Francati.
- Discussion of Village Investment Portfolio with Bob Francati of PNC
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The Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting. The body will also discuss the financial reports from September.
- Approval of September 27, 2023 minutes
- Discussion of September financials
Village Council
The Village Council will meet to discuss and act upon a resolution regarding the Jewish community. Two residents are scheduled to speak on the topic.
- Resolution 2023-23, Supporting the Jewish Community in Light of Conflict in Israel
Village Council
The Village Council will review a contract extension for solid waste and recycling services. Members will also consider the Hamilton County Budget Commission rates for 2024. Residents are scheduled to speak regarding the Amberley Green Prairie Garden.
- Ordinance 2023-8: Extension of contract with Rumpke for Solid Waste Disposal and Recycling Services
- Resolution 2023-22: Accepting Rates of the Hamilton County Budget Commission for 2024
- Public comment from Catherine and John Neeb regarding Amberley Green Prairie Garden
- Employee service award for Lieutenant Brian Blum (30 years)
Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two variance requests from homeowners. The board will determine if these requests meet the requirements for exceptions to the village code.
- Case 2023-522: Variance request for roof-mounted solar panels at 3184 Dot Drive
- Case 2023-523: Variance request for a 4-foot pool fence at 6722 West Beechlands Drive
General
The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee is meeting to review waste and recycling bidding options with Rumpke. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from August 7, 2023.
- Rumpke waste and recycling bidding options
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The Finance Committee is meeting to review the village's August financial reports. The body will also discuss a resolution regarding the acceptance of taxation rates.
- Review of August financials
- Resolution Accepting the Rates of Taxation
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The Land Development Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and hear an annual update from The Port. Representatives from The Port and Colliers International will be present for the discussion.
- Approval of February 22, 2023 minutes
- Annual update from The Port featuring Melissa Johnson and Jeff Kroeger
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The Health, Education & Welfare Committee is meeting to review minutes and discuss a request from the Human Rights Commission. The primary focus is a proposed change to the non-discrimination ordinance.
- Discussion of request from Human Rights Commission to change non-discrimination ordinance
- Approval of July 24, 2023 minutes
Village Council
The Village Council will review resolutions regarding financial tools and surveillance equipment. The meeting includes standard reports from the finance committee, police and fire committee, and village officials.
- Resolution 2023-20: Agreement with Huntington Bank for commercial credit cards
- Resolution 2023-21: Lease of eight Flock cameras
General
The Finance Committee will review July financials and discuss policies for special event fundraising. The body is also considering the authorization of a Commercial Credit Card Agreement with Huntington Bank.
- Commercial Credit Card Agreement with Huntington Bank
- Policy on fundraising for special events
- Review of July financials
Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests regarding the placement and orientation of sheds and garages. Each case involves requests to allow structure doors to face the street, which is restricted by Amberley Village Code 154.12 (A)(7).
- Case 2023-501: Variance for a 10'x14' shed at 6768 Hudson Parkway
- Case 2023-506: Variance for a garage at 7202 W. Aracoma Drive
- Case 2023-507: Variance for a 26'x24' garage and covered walkway at 3200 Fairhaven Lane
General
The Police and Fire Committee will meet to review department updates and discuss the use of Flock cameras. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from April 26, 2023.
- Discussion of Flock cameras
- Department Update
Village Council
The Village Council will meet to review the June 2023 finance report and committee updates. The body is considering a resolution to authorize the Village Manager to enter into a contract for rock salt.
- Resolution 2023-19: Contract for rock salt
- June 2023 Finance Report
- Recognition of Village Treasurer Rick Kay for 15 years of service
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The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a bid for rock salt.
- Rock salt bid discussion
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The Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports from June and discuss the policy regarding fundraising for special events.
- Approval of June 22, 2023 minutes
- Review of June financials
- Discussion of policy on fundraising for special events
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The Health, Education & Welfare Committee is meeting to review a request from the Human Rights Commission. The body will discuss changes to the non-discrimination ordinance.
- Request from the Human Rights Commission to change the non-discrimination ordinance
Village Council
The Village Council will meet to discuss updates to the property maintenance and zoning code. The body is also reviewing fund appropriations, a solid waste management plan, and health insurance renewal.
- Ordinance 2023-6: Changes to the Village Property Maintenance and Zoning Code
- Ordinance 2023-5: Amend Appropriations in the #1000 General Fund and #2131 Police Disability and Pension Fund
- Resolution 2023-14: Authorization to purchase equipment for a new dump truck
- Resolution 2023-12: Update of the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District plan
- Resolution 2023-13: Health insurance renewal
General
The Health, Education & Welfare Committee will meet to discuss the Hamilton County Solid Waste Plan. The committee will also consider a request from the Human Rights Commission to change the non-discrimination ordinance.
- Hamilton County Solid Waste Plan discussion
- Proposed changes to the non-discrimination ordinance
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The Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from April 26, 2023. The body will discuss April financial reports and appropriations.
- Review of April Financials
- Discussion of Appropriations
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The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee is meeting to review updates on local infrastructure projects. Discussions include a change order for Farmcrest Street and a storm sewer project on Galbraith Road.
- Farmcrest Street Reconstruction update and change order
- Galbraith Road storm sewer project recommendation with Deer Park
- Amberley Green mowing
- North Site Pole Barn expansion
Village Council
The Village Council will consider resolutions regarding National Police Week and National Public Works Week. Members will discuss expanding off-leash hours for dogs at Amberley Green and authorizing the Village Manager to purchase fuel via the Hamilton County bidding process.
- Resolution 2023-11: Authorizing fuel purchase through Hamilton County Purchasing Department bidding
- Discussion on expanding off-leash dog hours at Amberley Green to include two hours prior to dusk
- Resolution 2023-9: Proclaiming National Police Week and Peace Officers' Memorial Day
- Resolution 2023-10: Proclaiming National Public Works Week
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The Compensation & Benefits Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the employee health care plan renewal with consultant Emily Lehn.
- Employee Health Care Plan Renewal discussion
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The Public Buildings & Parks Committee is meeting to review maintenance and updates for village recreational facilities. The discussion focuses on court conditions, ballfield infrastructure, and a prairie garden grant.
- Court conditions and striping
- Ballfield signage, scheduling, and fencing
- Grant update on the prairie garden
Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a variance request for a residential property. The board will determine if the owners may deviate from side yard setback requirements to allow for a home addition.
- Case No. 2023-411: Variance request for 6722 West Beechlands Drive regarding Zoning Code Section 154.28 (A) for a remodeling addition
General
The Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from March 29, 2023. The body will also discuss the financial reports for March.
- Approval of March 29, 2023 minutes
- Discussion of March Financials
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The Police and Fire Committee will meet to review minutes from March 1, 2023. The body will discuss the Beacon Orthopaedics Bridge Program, camera status, and Police Memorial Week.
- Beacon Orthopaedics Bridge Program
- Camera status
- Police Memorial Week
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The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss fuel bids.
- Discussion of fuel bids
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The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee is meeting to review updates on roadwork and infrastructure. The body will discuss the Accelerated Streets Program and specific project updates for Farmcrest Street and Wiehe Road.
- Accelerated Streets Program (ASP)
- Farmcrest Street Reconstruction update
- Wiehe Road Improvement project update
- National Public Works Week Resolution
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The Compensation & Benefits Committee is meeting to approve minutes from November 7, 2022. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding employee compensation.
- Approval of November 7, 2022 minutes
- Discussion on employee compensation
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The Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from February 6, 2023. The body will also discuss the financial reports for January.
- Approval of February 6, 2023 minutes
- Discussion of January financials
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The Streets, Public Utilities & Sewers Committee is meeting to review municipal electric aggregation and mowing bids. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from December 1, 2022.
- Electric aggregation for municipal buildings
- Mowing bids
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The Police and Fire Committee will meet to receive an EMS update from Reading Fire Chief Todd Owens. The body will also discuss body-worn cameras and a resolution for Public Safety Telecommunications Week.
- EMS update from Reading Fire Chief Todd Owens
- Public Safety Telecommunications Week Resolution
- Body Worn Camera update
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The Public Outreach Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August 31, 2022. The body will discuss how to communicate village services to residents.
- Approval of August 31, 2022 minutes
- Discussion on communicating village services to residents
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The Land Development Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss the past land use and studies of Amberley Green.
- Approval of September 22, 2022 minutes
- Discussion of Amberley Green's past land use and studies
Village Council
The Amberley Village Council will consider updates to tennis court regulations and the creation of a Heroin Task Force Officer position. The body will also review a contract for a firing range backstop and an appropriation of funds.
- Ordinance 2022-9: Changes to Section 98.05 regarding Village-Owned Tennis Courts
- Resolution 2023-3: Contract to purchase and install firing range backstop
- Ordinance 2023-1: Creation of Heroin Task Force Officer position
- Ordinance 2023-2: Appropriation of funds
- Swearing-in of Planning Commission member Nimet Jeruzalmi
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The Police and Fire Committee will meet to discuss department updates and the addition of a position for the Heroin Task Force. The body will also review grants, grant purchases, and the rehabilitation of the firing range.
- Firing range rehabilitation
- Grants and Grant Purchases
- Additional position for the Heroin Task Force
- Department update
Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a variance request for a residential property. The board will determine if the requested deviations from the Zoning Code are permissible.
- Case No. 2023-339: Request for variances to Zoning Code Sections 154.12 (A) (2) (3) and (4) for a 280-square-foot accessory structure at 6700 Elbrook Ave
General
The Finance Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the village's financial status. The body will review the Annual Financial Statement and an appropriation for grant funds.
- December financials
- Appropriation for grant funds
- Annual Financial Statement
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The Public Buildings & Parks Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive background information on ballfield scheduling from volunteer Nate Bishop.
- Approval of November 30, 2022 minutes
- Discussion on ballfield scheduling with Nate Bishop
Village Council
The Village Council will review a zoning change for a property on Section Road and updates to tennis court regulations. The body is also considering changes to employee personal time and a rate increase for CT Consultants.
- Ordinance 2022-6: Zoning change from Residence A to Industrial B at 2121 Section Road
- Ordinance 2022-9: Changes to Village Code regarding Village-owned tennis courts
- Ordinance 2022-5: Changes to employee personal time
- Resolution 2023-1: Rate schedule increase for CT Consultants for 2023
- Resolution 2023-2: Purchase of one police cruiser and equipment conversion
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The Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from December 5, 2022. The body will also discuss the finances for November.
- Approval of December 5, 2022 minutes
- Discussion of November finances