Athens County public meetings in 2021

Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Athens Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to elect a chairperson and review new board member candidates. The board will discuss several facility projects, including a proposed fire station location and park infrastructure.

• West State Street Park bathrooms
• Tennis and pickle ball relocation project
• Driving range/soccer field initiative
• Proposed fire station location
• Board chairperson election

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The primary agenda item is a presentation by Brian Koscho regarding a graduate school project.

• Presentation by Brian Koscho regarding a graduate school project

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city staffing, health insurance, and zoning for short-term rentals. The body is also discussing a proposed income tax increase and a settlement related to opioid litigation.

• Proposed 0.10% annual city income tax increase to be placed on the May 3, 2022 ballot
• Ordinance 0-145-21 to amend zoning code to include short-term rentals
• Ordinance 0-156-21 regarding the OneOhio subdivision settlement with Janssen/Johnson & Johnson
• Contract for construction of dugouts at West State Park (Project #341)
• Agreement with ODOT to upgrade lighting to LED on a portion of US 33

Shade Tree Commission

The commission is reviewing tree planting plans for the Stimson Ave. and West Union St. projects. Members are also discussing a tree permit for 227 Columbus Road and tree relocation for Goodwill.

• Planting of six trees near the Stimson Ave. roundabout
• West Union St. project site tour
• Tree permit for 227 Columbus Road (HAVAR)
• Goodwill tree relocation update

Municipal Arts Commission

The Commission is reviewing updates on ongoing public art projects and discussing the 20th AMAC Celebration. The meeting includes a presentation from City Planner Paul Logue and a review of commission action items.

• Art Outside the Box - Round 4
• Athens Community Center Mural
• Mural Walk
• Proposed 6th Floor Parking Garage mural and green space
• Ohio Arts Council Governor’s Arts Awards 2022

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city staffing, compensation, and zoning. The body is also discussing a proposed income tax increase and various infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed 0.10% increase in general city income tax for 20 years via May 3, 2022 ballot
• Ordinance to include short term rentals in the city zoning code and establish related fees
• Contract for LED lighting upgrades on a portion of US 33 via Ohio Department of Transportation
• Authorization of 2022 staffing levels and non-union compensation
• Contract for construction of dugouts for fields #1 and #2 at West State Park

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The commission will meet to discuss new business items including paper straws, membership, and the City Solar Array.

• Discussion of paper straws
• Discussion of City Solar Array
• Review of membership

City Council

Athens City Council will hold public hearings regarding off-street parking regulations and short-term rentals in residential zones. The body will also discuss the 2022 Operating Budget and a levy for the Fire Station Headquarters.

• Public hearing on off-street parking regulations and requirements
• Public hearing on short-term rentals in residential zones
• Appropriation of $25,000.00 to General Fund, Parking Enforcement
• ODOT LPA agreement for LED lighting upgrades on US 33
• Appropriation of $7,437.03 to CDBG for transfers to Street, Water, Sewer, and General funds

Recreation Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss the role of the APR board and receive a soccer update. Members will also review the Director's report and discuss the election process for the board chairperson.

• Discussion of the role of the APR board
• Soccer update
• Board chairperson election process and date
• Review of Director’s report

Disabilities Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the City of Athens ADA Transition Plan and a letter endorsing an ADA Coordinator position. The body will also vote on new membership and officers for the upcoming year.

• ADA Transition Plan for City of Athens
• Letter endorsing ADA Coordinator position with City
• Review of Athena Award celebration
• Nominations and vote for new membership
• Accessibility committee visit to Stimson Ave

City Council

City Council is reviewing multiple ordinances regarding city code updates, infrastructure projects, and personnel compensation. The meeting includes first readings of proposals to regulate short-term rentals and adjust municipal taxes.

• Proposed amendments to Zoning Code to include short-term rentals (O-145-21)
• Contract for right-of-way acquisition for West Union Street Improvements Project #322 (O-129-21)
• Design engineering services for Armitage Road Bikeway Spur Slip Repair Project #348 (O-130-21)
• Proposed temporary suspension of parking fees at the municipal parking garage (O-137-21)
• Agreement with ODOT for pavement and guardrail replacement on Stimson Avenue (O-131-21)

Disabilities Commission

The Accessibility Committee of the Athens City Commission on Disabilities is meeting to discuss new business. No specific agenda items or proposals were listed for this session.

Municipal Arts Commission

The commission is reviewing updates on public art projects and planning for 2022 events. Members are discussing the 20th anniversary of the commission and potential new projects. The body is also addressing action items regarding a social media coordinator and a new member handbook.

• Art Outside the Box - Round 4
• Athens Community Center Mural
• Proposed murals on the top of the parking garage
• Proposed park benches
• Ohio Arts Council Governor’s Arts Awards 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a request from Bryan Wharton regarding 70 West State. The appellant is seeking variances for front setback and building coverage requirements.

• Case #21-13V: Request for 6 ft front setback instead of 25 ft at 70 West State
• Case #21-13V: Request for 47% building coverage instead of 30% maximum at 70 West State
• Review of minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission will meet to conduct a design review for a property located at 74 N. Court Street.

• Design review for 74 N. Court Street

City Council

City Council is considering several ordinances for second and third readings. These include updates to city codes, personnel agreements, and infrastructure projects.

• Authorization of the 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Agreements with AFSCME Local 2403 regarding wages and working conditions
• Right-of-way acquisition services for the West Union Street Improvements Project (#322)
• Design engineering services for the Armitage Road Bikeway Spur Slip Repair (#348)
• Pavement and guardrail replacement on Stimson Avenue via Ohio Department of Transportation

Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Athens Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss the role of the board and provide a soccer update. The board will also address new membership and the election process for a chairperson.

• Discussion of the role of the APR board
• Soccer update
• Appointment of new board members
• Board chairperson election process and date

Joint Police Advisory Council

The Joint Police Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on racism history training for OUPD and APD. Members will also discuss the timing and format of a future public listening session.

• Presentation by Jackie Wolf on History of Racism training for OUPD and APD
• Discussion on Spring semester public forum/listening session (online vs. in-person)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land. The body will review landscape ordinance issues and plans for maintaining the tree canopy.

• Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, Public Land
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance issues regarding 280 E. State St.
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance issues regarding Marietta Memorial Hospital
• Maintenance of the Tree Canopy plans

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The Athens City Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss the adoption of a biodiversity chapter by the council. The body will also receive updates on the Hocking River and Baileys Trail System.

• Discussion of biodiversity chapter council adoption
• Update on Baileys Trail System
• Update on Hocking River

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city code amendments, employee wage agreements, and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering financial measures including appropriation changes and the issuance of notes for emergency equipment.

• Issuance of $400,000 of notes to pay for a new fire truck and related equipment
• Agreement with AFSCME Local 2403 concerning wages and working conditions
• Right-of-way acquisition services for the West Union Street Improvements Project (#322)
• Amendments to city code regarding sewer rates, parking regulations, and zoning off-street parking
• Design engineering services for the Armitage Road Bikeway Spur Slip Repair (#348)

City Council

Athens City Council is meeting to discuss city staffing compensation, health insurance contracts, and budget appropriations. The body will also consider updates to the city code regarding traffic and general offenses.

• Non-Union Pay Study, Compensation and Benefits, and City Staffing
• Third Party Health Insurance Administrator and Stop-Loss Medical Insurance contracts
• $39,000 transfer from Sewer Plant Fund capital line to professional services for WWTP valve replacement
• Public Use of Right-of-Way Permit for a fence at 28 S. May
• Amendment to Athens Sustainability Action Plan to add a Biodiversity Conservation Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a specific case regarding property additions and renovations. The body will also handle the disposition of previous meeting minutes.

• Case #21-05: Addition and renovation at 280 E. State St. by Montle, LLC

City Council

City Council is reviewing multiple ordinances regarding city appropriations, fee changes, and public utility rates. The body is also considering agreements for public defender services and labor contracts with AFSCME Local 2403.

• Issuance of $400,000 of notes to pay for a new fire truck and related equipment
• Proposed amendments to solid waste, recycling, composting, and sewer rates
• Authorization of the 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Right-of-way use permits for 333 East State Street and 21 West Washington Street
• Proposed wage and working condition agreements with AFSCME Local 2403

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land. The body will also review landscape ordinance issues and plans for maintaining the tree canopy.

• Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, Public Land
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance Issues
• Maintenance of the Tree Canopy plans
• Review of September 9, 2021, meeting minutes

Taxi Board

The Taxi Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and address new business. The agenda includes discussions regarding taxi parking spaces and a proposal from Mr. Rinaldi.

• Taxi parking spaces
• Proposal from Mr. Rinaldi

Disabilities Commission

The Athens City Commission on Disabilities Communications Committee is meeting to discuss the Athena Award. The group will plan ceremony details, news releases, and promotional materials for the recipient.

• Athena Award ceremony details and news release preparation
• Promotion of Athena Award event including recipient video and interviews with WATH and WOUB
• Planning for October and November Letters to the Editor and columns
• Administrative access to the Disabilities Commission Facebook page

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission is discussing updates on ongoing public art projects and planning for 2022 events. The body will also address action items regarding a new member handbook and a social media coordinator.

• Art Outside the Box - Round 4
• Athens Photo Project Youth Exhibit
• Athens Community Center Mural
• AMAC 20th Anniversary and Athens Community Music & Arts Festival planning
• Review of Daily tous les jours

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two cases requesting variances from bulk control schedules. These requests involve reductions in required setbacks and increases in building lot coverage.

• Case #21-12: Request for 21 ft front setback, 3.5 ft left side setback, and 36% lot coverage at 100 Central
• Case #21-13V: Request for 6 ft front setback and 47% lot coverage at 70 West State

City Council

Athens City Council will discuss 2022 fee updates and collective bargaining agreements for AFSCME 2403(1) and 2403(2). The body will also consider a liquor permit for Boozy Bubbles, LLC and a power purchase agreement for the Eastside Solar Array.

• Liquor Permit for Boozy Bubbles, LLC at 18 S. Court
• Appropriation of $78,750 to the DUI Court Grant Fund
• Appropriation of $10,000 to the Community Center Fund for payroll
• Appropriation of $102,000 to the TIF Fund for Athens City School's share
• Amendments to City Code regarding vendors, peddlers, and solicitors

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider cases regarding a free-standing emergency department and amendments to the city's off-street parking requirements. The body will also review communications regarding renovations and apartment expansions.

• Case #21-04: Marietta Memorial Free Standing Emergency Department at 206 Columbus Road
• Case #21-03: Proposed amendments to Athens City Code Title 23 Zoning Code regarding off-street parking
• Addition and renovation at 280 E. State St. by Montle, LLC
• Kershaw Greene Apartments Phase III & Phase IV on SR 682

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The Athens City Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss the council adoption of a biodiversity chapter. The agenda also includes a presentation on Bee City USA and updates regarding the Baileys Trail System.

• Council adoption of biodiversity chapter
• Bee City USA presentation by Emma Little
• Baileys Trail System updates

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances related to city appropriations, right-of-way permits, and department staffing. The body is also discussing the issuance of notes to cover costs for a new fire truck and related equipment.

• Issuance of $400,000 of notes for a new fire truck and related equipment
• Proposed pay rate of 34% through the assigned pay grade for a Director of Arts, Parks, and Recreation
• Amendments to solid waste, recycling, and optional composting rates
• Right-of-way use permits for 333 East State Street and 21 West Washington Street
• Authorization for the 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)

City Council

Athens City Council is discussing several appropriations and transfers involving American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The body will also review a public defender contract and various equipment and network projects.

• Appropriate $150,000 to ARPA Fund and transfer to Garbage Fund
• Appropriate $150,000 to ARPA Fund and transfer to APR Income Tax Fund
• Appropriate $90,000 to General Fund for ORCA membership dues
• Public Defender Contract review
• Fiber Network Project (ARPA funding)

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances including updates to the 2021 appropriation ordinance and parking penalties. The body is also discussing the authorization of a street paving and repairs project and the purchase of a dump truck.

• R-12-21: Resolution to authorize tax levies based on Budget Commission rates
• O-103-21: Authorization of the 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• O-104-21: Authorization to purchase a dump truck for Engineering & Public Works
• O-102-21: Amendment to solid waste, recycling, and optional composting rates
• O-100-21: Authorization to hire a Director of Arts, Parks, and Recreation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special session to discuss a request for an extension. This extension concerns the formal response to City Council regarding Resolution R-10-21.

• Resolution R-10-21: Proposed amendments to Athens City Code Title 23, Zoning Code, Off-Street Parking, and Table B

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear four cases requesting variances from city code. These requests involve parking requirements, distance limits for eating and drinking establishments, and front setback requirements.

• Case #21-08V: Request for 20 remote parking spaces at 63 S. Court Street
• Case #21-09V: Request for 8 remote parking spaces at 12–14 N. Court St.
• Case #21-10V: Request to allow an eating and drinking establishment 114 feet from an R-1 or R-2 Zone at 355 E. State Street
• Case #21-11V: Request for a zero front setback at 28 S. May Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 13, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

City Council will discuss vehicle leasing and fire equipment loans. The body is reviewing special right-of-way use permits for two specific addresses and a service plan for a Special Improvement District.

• Enterprise Fleet Management vehicle leasing
• Fire Equipment Loan payment amount
• Special R-O-W Use Permit for 21 West Washington Street
• Special R-O-W Use Permit for 333 East State Street
• Special Improvement District service plan review

Disabilities Commission

The Athens City Commission on Disabilities Accessibility Committee is meeting to tour city parks. The purpose of the tour is to make recommendations for improvements.

• Tour of city parks for accessibility recommendations

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land under Title 33. The body will also review landscape ordinance issues under Title 37 and plans for maintaining the tree canopy.

• Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, and Public Land
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance Issues
• Maintenance of the Tree Canopy plans
• Review of August 19, 2021, meeting minutes

Municipal Arts Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss updates on Arts West and ongoing public art projects. Members will review items for a new member handbook and the social media coordinator role. The meeting includes a planned field trip to view the Community Center Mural.

• Art Outside the Box - Round 4
• Athens Photo Project Youth Exhibit
• Ohio Arts Council Governor’s Arts Awards 2022
• Review of Daily tous les jours
• Keith Wilde Carpenter Street Mural

City Council

Athens City Council will discuss several appropriation and transfer requests across various city funds. The body is reviewing ordinances regarding parking penalties, a community grant for HAPCAP, and updates to solid waste and recycling rates.

• Appropriation of $500,000 to the Medical Fund professional services line
• Ordinance 0-102-21 to amend solid waste, recycling, and optional composting rates
• Ordinance 0-98-21 to accept a SOPEC community grant for HAPCAP
• Ordinance 0-100-21 to hire a Director of Arts, Parks, and Recreation
• Resolution R-12-21 to accept budget commission rates and authorize tax levies

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special session to conduct a public hearing. The body will consider a request to amend the Athens City Code regarding off-street parking requirements.

• Public hearing for Case #21-03: proposed amendments to Athens City Code Title 23, Zoning Code, Off-Street Parking and Table B

Joint Police Advisory Council

The Joint Police Advisory Council is meeting to review its charter and discuss the option to broadcast future meetings. The body will also review filled and vacant positions on the council.

• Review of JPAC filled and vacant positions
• Discussion of Charter
• Option to broadcast future meetings

Affordable Housing Commission

The Athens Affordable Housing Commission is meeting to discuss membership, goals, and the broadcasting of future meetings. The agenda also includes the disposition of minutes.

• Discussion of membership and goals
• Discussion of broadcasting future meetings

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The Athens City Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to review old business and new initiatives. The body will discuss proposed zoning changes for parking requirements and a carbon inventory.

• Proposed zoning changes regarding parking requirements
• Carbon inventory
• Backyard Chickens
• Pollution Prevention Week

Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on city council, department operations, and the Friends of APR. Members will discuss the ad hoc soccer committee and a dugout ordinance.

• Dugout ordinance discussion
• Ad hoc soccer committee update
• Friends of APR update

Shade Tree Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land under Title 33. The body will also review landscape ordinance issues regarding Marietta Memorial Hospital and plans for tree canopy maintenance.

• Review of Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, and Public Land
• Review of Title 37: Landscape Ordinance issues regarding Marietta Memorial Hospital
• Discussion of Tree Canopy maintenance plans
• Notification of AEP contractor Asplundh trimming trees on the South-side including Dairy Lane, Richland Ave., and Mulligan Rd.

City Council

Athens City Council is reviewing several ordinances including street repairs and the purchase of a dump truck. The body is also considering a resolution to authorize tax levies based on Budget Commission rates.

• Ordinance 0-87-21: Closing a portion of Union Street on August 22, 2021
• Ordinance 0-88-21: Authorizing the 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Ordinance 0-91-21: Construction of dugouts for Fields #1 and #2 at West State Park
• Ordinance 0-92-21: Purchase of a dump truck for Engineering & Public Works
• Resolution R-12-21: Authorizing tax levies and certifying them to the County Auditor

Disabilities Commission

The Communications Committee is meeting to discuss scheduling and promotional activities. The body will review the publication of recent letters to the editor and columns.

• Discussion of regular meeting days, times, and location
• Planning for August Letter to Editor and Column
• Promotion of Athena Award Nominees
• Administrative access to the Disabilities Commission Facebook page

Municipal Arts Commission

The commission will discuss updates on several ongoing public art projects and the mAppAthens mural walk. Members will also address action items regarding a new member handbook and a social media coordinator.

• Community Center Mural update
• Key to the City project update
• Art Outside the Box project update
• Athens Photo Project Youth Exhibit update
• Ohio Arts Council Governor’s Arts Awards 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider variance requests for two properties on North and South Court Street. Both requests involve allowing remote parking spaces in place of standard requirements. A variance request for 24 S. May Avenue has been postponed.

• Case #21-08V: Request for 20 remote parking spaces at 63 S. Court Street (40 required)
• Case #21-09V: Request for 8 remote parking spaces at 12–14 N. Court St.
• Case #21-06V: Variance request for 24 S. May Avenue postponed to September 14, 2021

Disabilities Commission

The Athens City Commission on Disabilities Education and Outreach Committee is meeting to discuss the Athena Design Update and the Athena Award Ceremony. The committee is reviewing the timeline, program, and nominations for the event.

• Athena Award Ceremony scheduled for November 3, 2021, at ARTS/West
• Award nominations due September 1, 2021
• Award review and selection scheduled for September 7, 2021
• Library Outreach follow-up

City Council

City Council is meeting to discuss a national opioid settlement and various infrastructure projects. The session includes votes on street paving, park improvements, and the purchase of a dump truck.

• Ordinance 0-95-21: Accepting material terms of the National Opioid Settlement
• Appropriation of $35,000 for road salt
• Ordinance 0-88-21: 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Ordinance 0-91-21: Construction of dugouts for fields #1 and #2 at West State Park
• Ordinance 0-87-21: Closing a portion of Union Street on August 22, 2021

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission will meet to handle old and new business. The primary item of discussion is the Prisley Award regarding the First Presbyterian Church.

• Prisley Award — First Presbyterian Church

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to handle administrative minutes and review communications regarding a specific medical facility. No formal cases are scheduled for decision at this meeting.

• Communications regarding Marietta Memorial Free Standing Emergency Department at 206 Columbus Road

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The Athens City Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes reviews of carbon inventory and backyard chickens, as well as proposed zoning changes for parking requirements.

• Proposed zoning changes regarding parking requirements
• Carbon inventory
• Backyard Chickens
• Ohio University EcoChallenge / Sustainability Project Lab

City Council

City Council is reviewing ordinances for a remote work system agreement and several public works projects. The body is also considering a resolution opposing state legislation regarding the sale of brine from oil and gas operations.

• Agreement with Sunday Creek Horizons to fund a remote work system
• Closing of Union Street on August 22, 2021, for Ohio University's Involvement Fair
• Contract for stormline/tunnel replacement and street restoration between West State and Byard
• Construction of dugouts for fields #1 and #2 at West State Park
• Agreement with National League of Cities for staff Race, Equity and Leadership (REAL) training

Disabilities Commission

The Commission is meeting to coordinate work between its Accessibility and Communications committees. Discussions include a brochure, a letter to the Code Office, and an upcoming audit of city parks.

• Upcoming City Parks Audit
• Coordination of brochure and Code Office letter
• Planning for Red Cross Emergency Preparedness presentation in August
• Review of membership changes
• Advocacy committee reset following the departure of Sly

Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review updates on the tennis/pickleball project, bike path maintenance, and hiring. Members will also discuss parking on the West State Street Park grass and planning for fall programming.

• Tennis/pickleball project update
• Bike path maintenance
• Parking on West State Street Park grass
• Arts/West repair update
• Fall program planning

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a request to amend the Athens City Code regarding off-street parking requirements. The body will also review minutes from the July 1, 2021 meeting.

• Case # 21-03: Proposed amendments to Athens City Code Title 23, Zoning Code, Off-Street Parking, and Table B

Municipal Arts Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss updates on public art projects and the mAppAthens Mural Walk. Members will review Ordinance 0.46.02 and discuss the New Member Handbook.

• Review of Ordinance 0.46.02 (Code Number 3.07.50)
• Community Center Mural update
• Art Outside the Box project update
• Athens Photo Project Youth Exhibit update
• mAppAthens Mural Walk project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request for an interpretation of the definition of an eating and drinking establishment. This request concerns whether the proposed use by Dr. May’s Thai Kitchen at 333 East State Street fits within the City's definition for Zone B-3.

• Case #21-07: Interpretation request for Dr. May’s Thai Kitchen at 333 East State Street
• Disposition of June 1, 2021 special meeting minutes
• Disposition of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss old business. The agenda includes reviews of the Prisley Award and specific property improvements.

• Prisley Award — First Presbyterian Church
• 65-67 S Court façade improvements

Disabilities Commission

The Accessibility Committee will meet with Code Enforcement officer David Riggs to discuss readily achievable accommodations. The body intends to develop a plan for sending letters to businesses as part of a pilot project.

• Review of letters regarding readily achievable accommodations
• Review of signage for distribution
• Planning of business letter pilot project
• Scheduling of Chamber of Commerce meeting

Shade Tree Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss potential changes to Title 33 regarding tree permits and public land, as well as Title 37 regarding the landscape ordinance. The body will also review plans for the maintenance of the tree canopy.

• Proposed changes to Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, Public Land
• Proposed changes to Title 37: Landscape Ordinance Issues
• Maintenance plans for the tree canopy

Affordable Housing Commission

The Athens Affordable Housing Commission will meet to discuss loan options for low-to-moderate income individuals. The session includes a presentation by representatives from Peoples Bank.

• Presentation by Hannah Gilkey and Dawn Carpenter of Peoples Bank on loan options for LMI individuals

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The commission will meet to discuss old business regarding backyard chickens and receive updates on the Ohio University Sustainability & Climate Action Plan.

• Discussion of backyard chickens
• Update on Ohio University Sustainability & Climate Action Plan/Sustainability Project Laboratory

Taxi Board

The Athens County Taxicab Board is meeting to approve minutes from July 15, 2019. The board will also consider a taxi business application from Matthew Griffin.

• Taxi Business Application TV21-000001 (Applicant: Matthew Griffin)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a request from City Council to amend the Athens City Code regarding off-street parking. No specific cases are scheduled for this meeting.

• City Council Resolution R-10-21: Proposed amendments to Zoning Code Title 23 and Table B regarding Off-Street Parking Requirements

Joint Police Advisory Council

The Joint Police Advisory Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss the selection of new officers. The meeting also includes a round table discussion.

• Selection of new officers

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including the creation of a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) in Uptown. The body is also considering equipment disposals, infrastructure repairs, and funding for a remote work system.

• Ordinance O-74-21 to create an Athens Uptown Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
• Ordinance O-77-21 to accept bids and contract for the City Building roof replacement
• Ordinance O-84-21 for emergency structural repairs to the Athens Fire Department Headquarters (Project #343)
• Ordinance O-86-21 to fund a remote work system with consulting firm Sunday Creek Horizons
• Resolution R-10-21 requesting the Planning Commission amend zoning code for off-street parking and loading

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission is holding a special session to conduct a design review. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Design Review for 65-67 S Court Street

Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Athens Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review ongoing projects and departmental reports. The board will discuss maintenance for bike paths and the East State Street maintenance building mural. Discussions include updates on the pool opening, summer camp, and West State Street Park improvements.

• West State Street Park improvements
• East State Street maintenance building mural
• Tennis/pickleball project
• Bike path maintenance
• Soccer ad hoc committee

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities will meet remotely to approve the May 19, 2021 minutes and receive committee reports. The agenda contains no specific new business or decided actions.

• Approval of May 19, 2021 minutes
• Executive committee report
• Accessibility committee report
• Advocacy committee report
• Communications and Education and Outreach committee reports

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss specific property modifications. The body will review recommendations for windows and façade improvements at two downtown locations.

• Window recommendation for 10 E. Union Street
• Façade improvements for 65-67 S Court
• Prisley Award for First Presbyterian Church

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city infrastructure, equipment disposal, and budget appropriations. The meeting includes a public hearing on the Athens Uptown Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) application.

• Ordinance 0-74-21 to create an Athens Uptown Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
• Ordinance 0-77-21 to contract for the replacement of the City Building roof
• Ordinance 0-84-21 for emergency structural repairs to the Athens Fire Department Headquarters
• Ordinance 0-76-21 to purchase a replacement trackhoe for Engineering & Public Works
• Ordinance 0-79-21 to accept North East Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) grant funds

Disabilities Commission

The Communications Committee is meeting remotely to discuss public outreach and administrative tasks. The body will review draft letters and columns for June and July.

• Review of June Letter to the Editor draft
• Discussion of July Letter to the Editor and June/July columns
• Request from Accessibility Committee
• Promotion of Athena Award Nominees
• Administrative access to Disabilities Commission Facebook page

Disabilities Commission

The Accessibility Committee is meeting remotely to discuss upcoming projects and park accessibility with City Engineer Jessica Adine. The body will also review feedback from the Walk and Roll event and a meeting with the Mayor and staff.

• Discussion with City Engineer Jessica Adine on upcoming projects and construction access
• Review of city parks accessibility
• Coordination with Communications Committee and Chamber of Commerce on signage and barrier removal
• Review of accessibility feedback from meeting with Mayor and staff

Shade Tree Commission

The City of Athens Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land. The body will also review landscape ordinance issues and maintenance plans for the tree canopy.

• Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, Public Land
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance Issues
• Maintenance of the Tree Canopy plans
• Minutes of the April 8, 2021 meeting

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission is meeting to receive updates on several ongoing public art projects and the mAppAthens project. The body will also review Ordinance 0.46.02 and discuss the New Member Handbook.

• Review of Ordinance 0.46.02 (Code Number 3.07.50)
• Updates on Community Center Mural, Key to the City, and Art Outside the Box projects
• Athens Photo Project Youth Exhibit presentation
• mAppAthens Mural Walk project update
• Discussion of New Member Handbook items

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing regarding a variance request for a building at 63 S. Court St. The appellant seeks to convert the second and third floors into apartments.

• Case #21-05V: Request for a variance at 63 S. Court St. to allow zero parking spaces instead of the required 40
• Proposed conversion of second and third floors into 20 efficiency and one-bedroom apartments

Disabilities Commission

The Education and Outreach Committee is meeting remotely to discuss the Athena Award and the Oral History Project. The body will also review its 2021 goals and objectives.

• Update on Athena Award design
• Athena Award promotion for nominees
• Affirming location and date for in-place ceremony
• Status of Oral History Project
• Review of 2021 Goals and Objectives

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including the creation of a DORA district and a 10-year lease for United Seniors of Athens County. The body is also discussing infrastructure projects and the purchase of equipment for the Engineering and Public Works Department.

• Ordinance 0-74-21: Creation of an Athens Uptown Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
• Ordinance 0-62-21: 10-year lease agreement with United Seniors of Athens County for the Community Center
• Ordinance 0-67-21: Closing Union Street between Court and College on June 15, 2021
• Ordinance 0-77-21: Contract for replacement of the roof on the City Building
• Ordinance 0-68-21: Wastewater-based COVID-19 surveillance program contract with Ohio University

Joint Police Advisory Council

The Joint Police Advisory Council is meeting remotely to review the approval of May minutes. The body will discuss recommended changes to the JPAC Charter and the selection of new officers.

• Recommended changes to the JPAC Charter
• Discussion and selection of new officers

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss old business regarding backyard chickens. The agenda also includes updates on several environmental and federal initiatives.

• Discussion of backyard chickens
• Power for a Clean Future Ohio GHG Analysis update
• Bee City USA update
• Wayne National Forest plan update
• Federal update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a special remote meeting to hear one case. The board is reviewing a request for multiple zoning variances to allow a mixed-use building with residential and business units.

• Case #21-04V: Variance request for 280 East State Street to allow 8 units instead of 1
• Case #21-04V: Request to reduce front setback to 8 feet, rear to 5 feet, and right side to 4 inches
• Case #21-04V: Request to increase structure coverage to 40% and total lot coverage to 91%

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities Advocacy Committee is meeting remotely to review old business and set new goals. The body will discuss membership and collaboration opportunities.

• Collaboration opportunity update
• Guest speaker protocols and schedule
• Goal setting and membership updates

Community Relations Commission

The commission is meeting via Zoom to review updates on the book club, community read, and work with the Athens City School System. Members will also plan for an upcoming youth event.

• Update on work with Athens City School System
• Book club update
• Community Read update
• Planning for Youth event

City Council

City Council is reviewing a first-reading ordinance to amend face covering requirements in public spaces. The body is also considering several second-reading ordinances regarding city leases, infrastructure projects, and fee changes.

• Ordinance 0-73-21: Amending face coverings in public spaces
• Ordinance 0-62-21: 10-year lease agreement with United Seniors of Athens County
• ORCA 1-year membership costing $90,000
• Ordinance 0-66-21: Right-of-way acquisition for West Union Street Improvements Project (#322)
• Ordinance 0-71-21: New fee for historic preservation design review applications

Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Athens Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to discuss updates on arts and parks projects. The board will review pool operations and specific park improvements.

• Pool opening, fees, and schedule
• Dog park solar project and tennis/pickleball courts
• Bike path update
• Arts/West update
• Friends of APR report

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities is meeting remotely to review committee reports and hear from Mayor Steve Patterson. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

• Approval of April 21, 2021, minutes
• Reports from Executive, Accessibility, Advocacy, Communications, and Education and Outreach committees
• Presentation by Mayor Steve Patterson

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding wastewater improvements, transportation funding applications, and city code amendments. The body is also discussing a 10-year lease for the United Seniors of Athens County and a greenhouse gas emission reduction goal.

• Right-of-way permit for Ohio University shuttle stop at 9 Factory Street
• 10-year lease agreement with United Seniors of Athens County for Community Center space
• Closure of Union Street between Court and College on June 15, 2021
• New fee for historic preservation design review applications
• Applications for ODOT Transportation Improvement District and Small City Program funds

Disabilities Commission

The Accessibility Committee is meeting to review feedback from the Walk and Roll event and plan future activities. The body intends to meet with the Code Office, City Engineer, and Mayor to discuss accessibility needs and requests for work.

• Public forum and Walk and Roll event follow-up
• Planning meeting with David Riggs (Code Office) and Jessica Adine (City Engineer)
• Meeting with Mayor and staff regarding accessibility feedback and work requests

Disabilities Commission

The Communications Committee is meeting remotely to discuss publicizing oral history and other ongoing projects. The body will also review the SOCIL request and social media updates.

• Discussion on publicizing oral history
• Review of SOCIL Request
• Social media updates
• Lisa Simpson Spotlight
• Athens Ability Column

Shade Tree Commission

The City of Athens Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land. The body will also review landscape ordinance issues and plans for maintaining the tree canopy.

• Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, Public Land
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance Issues
• Maintenance of the Tree Canopy plans
• Minutes of the April 8, 2021 meeting

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission is meeting to discuss updates on several ongoing public art projects and review a specific city ordinance. The body will also address membership handbooks and legislative updates.

• Review of Ordinance 0.46.02 (Code Number 3.07.50)
• Updates on Community Center Mural, Key to the City, and Art Outside the Box projects
• Discussion of Mural Walk and the mAppAthens project
• Ohio Arts Council Governor’s Arts Awards
• Approval of April 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear a variance request for a property at 280 East State Street. The appellant is seeking adjustments to setback requirements and the number of permitted units.

• Case #21-04V: Request for front, rear, and side setback variances at 280 East State Street
• Case #21-04V: Request to allow eight units where one is permitted
• Case #21-04V: Request for 40 percent structure coverage where 30 percent is required
• Disposition of minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting. The commission will address old business regarding the Prisley Award for First Presbyterian Church.

• Prisley Award — First Presbyterian Church

City Council

City Council is reviewing several code amendments regarding landscaping, litter, and weed cutting. The body is also discussing infrastructure projects, including wastewater telemetry improvements and structural repairs to the ARTS/West facility.

• Ordinances to amend city code on landscaping, litter, and cutting weeds
• Special right-of-way permit for a fence at 68 Hudson Avenue
• Special right-of-way permit for an Ohio University shuttle stop at 9 Factory Street
• Emergency structural repairs to the ARTS/West facility (Project #340)
• Applications for ODOT Transportation Improvement District and Small City Program funds

Joint Police Advisory Council

The Joint Police Advisory Council is meeting remotely to conduct administrative business. The body will vote on the approval of March minutes and the election of officers.

• Approval of March minutes
• Election of Officers

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The Athens City Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes a resolution regarding Power A Clean Future Ohio and updates on local environmental efforts.

• Power A Clean Future Ohio resolution
• Backyard Chickens (old business)
• Ohio Town Gown Summit
• Compost Week
• Hocking River Conservancy

Community Relations Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss ongoing work with the Athens City School System and reports from student meetings. The body will also plan for youth antiracism activities and identify potential new members.

• Update on work with Athens City School System
• Report on meeting with students
• Planning for youth antiracism activities
• Identification of contacts for possible new members

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities Advocacy Committee is meeting remotely to discuss collaboration opportunities and guest speaker protocols. The meeting includes a presentation from Alison McKay of Disability Rights Ohio.

• Guest speaker: Alison McKay, Disability Rights Ohio
• Collaboration opportunity update
• Guest speaker protocols and updated schedule

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including the 2021 street paving project and a tax increment financing agreement for University Estates. The body is also discussing amendments to city codes regarding parking, vending, landscaping, and littering.

• Ordinance O-37-21: 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Ordinance O-42-21: Tax Increment Financing agreement for University Estates Incentive District
• Ordinance O-41-21: Closing West Mulberry Street between Richland and Court Street on May 16, 2021
• Ordinance O-50-21: Special right-of-way permit for a fence at 68 Hudson Avenue
• Ordinance O-57-21: Special right-of-way permit for Ohio University shuttle stop at 9 Factory Street

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review committee reports on city staffing and infrastructure projects. The body will consider a resolution opposing Substitute House Bill 157. Discussions include grant applications for transportation and public works.

• Requests to hire a code inspector, two custodians, EPW project assistant, maintenance technician, and water treatment plant manager
• Use of Public Rights of Way for Ohio University at 9 Factory Street
• Wastewater Remote Site Telemetry Improvements (Project #339)
• Grant applications for the Transportation Improvement District (Stimson project), Small Cities Program, and Ohio Public Works Commission
• Opposing resolution for Substitute House Bill 157

Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Athens Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to receive updates on city council and departmental reports. The board will discuss pool fees and scheduling as well as a solar panel project.

• Solar panel project update
• Pool fees and schedule discussion
• Arts/West update
• Friends of APR update

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities is meeting via video conference to receive updates on its partnership with the Athens City Government from Mayor Steve Patterson. The body will also review the Walk and Roll Audit and plan for next year's Walk and Roll event.

• Updates on partnership with Athens City Government
• Walk and Roll Audit
• Review and planning for next year's Walk and Roll Event
• Athena Award design selection

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances for second reading, including a street paving project and a tax increment financing agreement for University Estates. The body is also considering first readings for updates to landscaping, weed cutting, and litter regulations.

• Ordinance O-37-21: 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Ordinance O-42-21: Tax increment financing agreement for University Estates Incentive District
• Ordinance O-41-21: Closing West Mulberry Street between Richland and Court Street on May 16, 2021
• Ordinance O-50-21: Special right-of-way permit for a fence at 68 Hudson Avenue
• Ordinance O-53-21: Ratification of 2019 Master Energy Purchase Agreement with AEP Energy

Planning Commission

The City of Athens Planning Commission is meeting to discuss two specific cases under Title 41. The body will also review the minutes from the April 1, 2021 meeting.

• Case #21-01: Kershaw Greene Apartments at 9309 SR 682
• Case #21-02: Tyler Park Apartments at 8462 Luhrig Road

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission is meeting to discuss updates on public art projects and review Ordinance 0.46.02. The body will also receive updates on the Athens Arts Alliance and the Community Center Mural.

• Review of Ordinance 0.46.02 (Code Number 3.07.50)
• Update on Community Center Mural
• Update on Athens Arts Alliance (formerly Friends of Arts West)
• Discussion of Mural Walk and the mAppAthens project
• Review of New Member Handbook items

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review a variance request for a property at 52 Depot Street. The board will also address the disposition of minutes from the February 9, 2021 meeting.

• Case #21-03 V: Request for 52 Depot Street to allow a 40-foot lot width (60 required), 19-foot rear setback (40 required), and 71% lot coverage (60% maximum) for four 2-bedroom apartments with eight parking spaces

Disabilities Commission

The Athens City Commission on Disabilities Education and Outreach Committee is meeting remotely to conduct committee business. The body will discuss the next oral history interview and meet with designer Luke Hawk regarding the Athena Award.

• Discussion with Athena Award Designer Luke Hawk
• Determination of the next oral history interview
• Approval of March 9, 2021 minutes

City Council

City Council is meeting remotely to discuss updates to city codes regarding discrimination, landscaping, fees, and litter. The body will also consider an energy purchase agreement and the disposal of fire department equipment.

• Amendments to City Code Title 3 regarding Unlawful Discriminatory Practices
• Amendments to City Code Titles 37 and 9 regarding Landscaping
• Amendments to City Code Title 1 regarding Fees
• Use of City Right-of-Way to install a fence at 68 Hudson
• AEP Master Energy Purchase Agreement

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission is meeting to conduct a design review for the Pilcher House. The body will also discuss the Prisley Award for the First Presbyterian Church.

• Design Review: Pilcher House, 10 East Union Street
• Prisley Award: First Presbyterian Church

Disabilities Commission

The Communications Committee is meeting remotely to discuss news releases and publicity. The agenda includes updates on social media and committee forms.

• CITL News Release
• Lisa Simon Spotlight
• May Athens Ability Column
• Walk & Roll Publicity Review
• Social media update

Shade Tree Commission

The City of Athens Shade Tree Commission is meeting remotely to discuss tree permits and landscape ordinances. The body will review maintenance plans and quotes for the tree canopy.

• Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, and Public Land (Title 33)
• Landscape Ordinance Issues (Title 37) regarding Tyler Park and Kershaw Greens
• Tree canopy maintenance plans and quotes
• Minutes from the March 11, 2021 meeting

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities Advocacy Committee is meeting remotely to discuss collaboration and outreach efforts. The meeting includes a guest presentation from Autumn Brown of Integrate Athens.

• Update on collaboration opportunities
• Update on stimulus outreach efforts
• Guest speaker Autumn Brown from Integrate Athens
• Review of guest speaker protocols and schedule

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including street paving projects, residential parking regulations, and business vending rules. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel compensation for city departments and a temporary street closure for the Appalachian Law Enforcement Initiative.

• Increase funding for Kimes Reservoir Project (#324)
• 2021 Street Paving and Repairs Project (#337)
• Amendment to residential parking permit regulations
• Closure of West Mulberry Street between Richland and Court Street on May 16, 2021
• Tax Increment Financing agreement for University Estates Incentive District

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet remotely to review specific case files. The agenda includes the disposition of previous meeting minutes and two apartment-related cases.

• Case #21-01: Kershaw Greene Apartments, 9309 SR 682
• Case #21-02: Tyler Park Apartments, 8462 Luhrig Road

City Council

The Athens City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances for third reading. These include financing for parking meters, the creation of a downtown redevelopment district, and adjustments to various city code sections.

• Issuance of $290,000 in notes for new parking meter costs (Ordinance 0-26-21)
• Increase in expenditure for the Richland Avenue Pedestrian Passageway project (Ordinance 0-27-21)
• Creation of the Union Street Downtown Redevelopment District (Ordinance 0-28-21)
• Additional funding for construction engineering for the Kimes Reservoir project (Ordinance 0-33-21)
• Compensation authorization for a new Assistant Director of EPW (Ordinance 0-35-21)

Planning Commission

The body is holding a public meeting regarding the Community Development Implementation Strategy (CDIS). The session covers CDBG funded projects, programs, and project suggestions. The regular Planning Commission meeting contains no cases or communications.

• City of Athens CDBG Funded Projects List
• CDBG Programs: Community Development, Economic Development and Public Infrastructure, and Target of Opportunity
• LMI Data/Eligibility discussion
• Project Suggestions

Recreation Advisory Board

The board will discuss various arts initiatives including murals and public art. The meeting also includes discussions regarding park pool fees and seasonal hiring. Additionally, the board will review youth programming and summer camps.

• Sells Park Story Boards
• Maintenance building mural
• Art in Public Spaces
• Pool fees discussion by Budget committee
• Youth programming/Start Smart

Disabilities Commission

The Commission on Disabilities is meeting via Zoom to receive a COVID-19 vaccination update from the Athens City County Health Dept. The body is also discussing the 'Walk and Roll Audit' and various committee reports on accessibility and outreach.

• COVID-19 information and vaccination update from Dr. Gaskell
• Walk and Roll Audit Lunch and Learn scheduled for April 8th
• Review of 2021 goals by the Education & Outreach committee
• Athena Award design selection
• Accessibility letter coordination with Code Enforcement and City Engineer

City Council

Athens City Council is reviewing several ordinances related to infrastructure projects and city administration. The body is discussing the creation of a redevelopment district for Union Street and the issuance of notes for parking meter costs.

• Proposed creation of the Union Street Downtown Redevelopment District (O-28-21)
• Proposed issuance of $290,000 of notes for new parking meters (O-26-21)
• Proposed funding increase for the Richland Avenue Pedestrian Passageway project (O-27-21)
• Proposed design and installation of a generator for the City and Law Administration buildings (O-24-21)
• Proposed funding increase for the Kimes Reservoir project (O-33-21)

Disabilities Commission

The Accessibility Committee is meeting remotely to review 2021 goals and create action steps. The body is discussing coordination with the city, recruitment, and accessibility features for West Side Park.

• Review of 2021 goals and action steps
• Discussion of 'Readily Achievable Barriers' letter to business and property owners
• Review of accessibility features for West Side Park
• Planning for 'See Click Fix City Source Walk and Roll'
• Coordination of news releases, flyers, and Lunch and Learn events

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will meet remotely to discuss tree permits, right of way issues, and public land. The agenda includes discussions on landscape ordinance issues regarding Tyler Park and Kershaw Greens, as well as plans for tree canopy maintenance.

• Title 33: Tree Permit, Right of Way Issues, Public Land
• Title 37: Landscape Ordinance Issues (Tyler Park and Kershaw Greens)
• Maintenance of the Tree Canopy Plans
• Review of February 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Athens City Historic and Architecture Preservation Commission is holding a special remote session. The body will address old business regarding a design review for Bagel Street Deli.

• Design Review — Bagel Street Deli

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss ongoing public art projects and commission business. The body will review Ordinance 3.07.50 and consider a request for a member to attend APR meetings.

• Review of Ordinance 3.07.50
• Request for AMAC member to attend APR meetings
• Updates on Community Center Mural and Key to the City projects
• Discussion on Art Inventory and the mAppAthens Mural Walk project
• Information session on 501(c)3/6 for Friends of Arts West

Disabilities Commission

The Education and Outreach Committee is meeting remotely to review 2021 goals and discuss specific commission projects. The body is coordinating the Athena Award design and the Commission's Speakers' Bureau.

• Finalization of Athena Award design selection process
• Selection of the next oral history interview
• Development of a plan for the Commission's Speakers' Bureau
• Review of 2021 goals
• Discussion of collaboration opportunities with other Commission Committees

City Council

The City Council is meeting remotely to discuss items from the Finance & Personnel and City & Safety Services committees. Discussions include insurance, personnel pay, and a project amendment.

• Property & Liability Self-Insurance Pool [Public Entities Pool (PEP)]
• EPW Assistant Director pay rate
• Appropriations
• Kimes Project (amend 0-73-20)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business and review communications regarding two apartment properties. No formal cases are scheduled for decision at this meeting.

• Communications regarding Kershaw Greene Apartments at 9309 SR 682
• Communications regarding Tyler Park Apartments at 8462 Luhrig Road

Joint Police Advisory Council

The council is meeting remotely to discuss police hiring practices and public health reporting. Topics include screening for extremist organizations and enforcement regarding spring house parties and outdoor gatherings.

• Screening for extreme ideologies and participation in extremist organizations in police hiring
• COVID-19 public health reporting and enforcement for spring house parties and outside gatherings

Environment & Sustainability Commission

The Athens City Environment and Sustainability Commission will meet to hear a presentation on the Hocking River Corridor. The body will also discuss Earth Month 2021 and the biodiversity section of the sustainability plan.

• Presentation on Hocking River Corridor
• Discussion of Earth Month 2021
• Review of sustainability plan biodiversity section
• Discussion of Ohio Clean Energy and Sustainable Communities Toolkit
• Update on Wayne National Forest plan

Disabilities Commission

The Advocacy Committee is meeting to discuss assisting the community regarding stimulus efforts. The committee will also review draft letters for organizations, a guest speaker list, and a calendar of events.

• Community assistance regarding stimulus
• Drafting letters for special associations and organizations
• Finalizing guest speaker list
• Calendar of events
• Supportive programs

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances including a new downtown redevelopment district on Union Street. The agenda also includes discussions on staffing levels, infrastructure projects, and the issuance of $290,000 in notes for parking meter costs.

• Public hearing for the Union Street Downtown Redevelopment District (DRD)
• Ordinance to issue $290,000 in notes for new parking meter costs
• Ordinance regarding a guard house structure on University Estates Boulevard
• Ordinance amending construction of the Stimson Avenue Improvements project (#315)
• Ordinance increasing expenditure for the Richland Avenue Pedestrian Passageway project (#311)