Beachwood, OH

City Council

Beachwood City Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers at 25325 Fairmount Boulevard. The agenda includes routine approval of minutes and payment of claims, a motion to advertise for bids for asbestos abatement and demolition at 23737 Fairmount Boulevard, and three new ordinances: amending parking and general maintenance rules, renaming Fire Station Drive to Signature Drive, and declaring certain real property a "Blighted Area" under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 725. Council will also appoint Moe Safenovitz to the Audit Committee and hear citizen remarks and reports.

• Ordinance 2026-42 would rename the public street "Fire Station Drive" to "Signature Drive"
• Ordinance 2026-43 would determine certain real property constitutes a "Blighted Area" under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 725
• Ordinance 2026-41 would amend Beachwood Codified Ordinance Sections 1101.34 ("Parking") and 1375.07 ("General Maintenance Requirements")
• Motion to advertise for bids for asbestos abatement and building demolition at 23737 Fairmount Boulevard
• Ordinance 2026-40 authorizes payment of certain claims (bills) for professional and other services

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM in Conference Room B at Beachwood City Hall, 25325 Fairmount Boulevard. The agenda lists one item: architect Ben Grinblatt of BGAD LLC will be present regarding revised plans for a second-story addition at 2635 Deborah Drive, owned by Timen/Macaluso. The agenda provides checkboxes for ABR #26-38 to be not approved, approved, or approved with comments, but does not indicate an outcome. The meeting ends with adjournment.

• Revised plans for a second-story addition at 2635 Deborah Drive (owner Timen/Macaluso), presented by architect Ben Grinblatt of BGAD LLC
• Case ABR #26-38 listed with options: not approved, approved, or approved with comments
• Meeting at Beachwood City Hall, Conference Room B, 25325 Fairmount Boulevard

Council Committee Meetings

Beachwood City Council's Finance & Development Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at City Hall, 25325 Fairmount Boulevard, immediately after the Audit Committee meeting. The agenda lists a roll call and an economic development update from Economic Development Director Cathy Bieterman. The only other listed item is any other matters coming before the committee. No legislation, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on this agenda.

• Economic development update presented by Cathy Bieterman, Economic Development Director
• Roll call
• Any other matters coming before the Finance and Development Committee

Council Committee Meetings

Beachwood City Council's Audit Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers at 25325 Fairmount Boulevard. The agenda lists roll call, discussion of the 2026 Audit Report, discussion of the 2027 Audit Plan, and any other matters before the committee. The agenda does not include specific findings, dollar amounts, or decisions to be voted on.

• Discussion of the 2026 Audit Report
• Discussion of the 2027 Audit Plan
• Meeting at Beachwood City Hall, Council Chambers, 25325 Fairmount Boulevard
• Committee listed with June E. Taylor, Ali B. Stern, and a Resident Member

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Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests regarding signage. One involves a site plan for a directional sign at 23700 Mercatile Road, and the other is a variance request for window graphics at 24295 Chagrin Blvd.

• Site plan approval for a directional sign at 23700 Mercatile Road (Securastock)
• Variance request for exterior window graphics at 24295 Chagrin Blvd. (Crunch Fitness)

City Council

Beachwood City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public presentation on conceptual plans for the Beachwood Branch Library. The council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a new contractor registration chapter, appropriations amendments, and agreements for road projects and insurance. Tabled items on automated speed enforcement remain on the agenda.

• Public presentation on conceptual plans for Beachwood Branch Library
• Ordinance 2026-38: New Chapter 1305 'Contractor Registration' and amendment to Section 1375.06 'Electric Facilities'
• Ordinance 2026-39: Reconstruction of Fairmount Boulevard/Shakercrest Intersection
• Resolution 2026-85: LPA-ODOT agreement to resurface Chagrin Boulevard (US-422) from West Corporation Line to Richmond Road
• Resolution 2026-86: Purchase of 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrid AWD wheelchair-accessible minivan for Community Service Department

City Council adopted the rezoning of 2547, 2555, and 2561 Edgewood Drive from single-family residential to public/institutional district, despite public comments on the proposal. Council also confirmed Traci A. Gallagher as Building Commissioner and swore in a new police officer. Several ordinances and resolutions were passed, including special assessments for street lighting and nuisances, and agreements for design services and the First CALL program.

• Adopted rezoning of 2547, 2555, 2561 Edgewood Drive to U-5 Public and Institutional (6-0)
• Confirmed Traci A. Gallagher as Building Commissioner (6-0)
• Administered oath to Police Patrol Officer Valeriia Litvina
• Approved payment of claims (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted special assessment for Blossom Road street lighting (6-0)
• Adopted special assessment for George Zieger Drive street lighting (6-0)
• Authorized agreement with GPD Group for Richmond-Chagrin I-271 Corridor design services (6-0)
• Authorized First Addendum to First CALL Program Agreement (6-0)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will review three project proposals: a new detached garage, an addition to a commercial building, and a new two-story library and auditorium. The board will decide whether to approve each plan, approve with comments, or not approve.

• New detached garage at 2270 Richmond Road (ABR #26-46)
• Addition to rear of building at 23150 Commerce Park Road (ABR #26-47)
• New 2-story library and auditorium at 24801 Fairmount Blvd. (ABR #26-48)

The Architectural Board of Review approved three sets of plans. It approved a new detached garage at 2270 Richmond Road, a rear addition at 23150 Commerce Park Road, and a new 2-story library and auditorium at 24801 Fairmount Blvd. for the Cuyahoga County Public Library – Beachwood Branch. No vote tallies were recorded; the minutes state only that the board approved each item. The meeting adjourned at 5:32 PM.

• Approved new detached garage at 2270 Richmond Road (owner Loeb-Munson)
• Approved rear addition at 23150 Commerce Park Road (owner Tremco Inc.)
• Approved new 2-story library and auditorium at 24801 Fairmount Blvd., PPN 741-18-001 (owner Beachwood City Schools BOE)

Council Committee Meetings

The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting on September 22, 2026. The agenda includes an executive session, an update on council priority items, and any other matters. No specific decisions or proposals are listed, so the meeting appears to be primarily procedural and informational.

• Executive session
• Update on Council Priority Items

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review and consider discontinuing the Certified Eligibility List for Police Entry Level and Lateral Transfers. No other specific business is listed on the agenda.

• Discontinuation of the Certified Eligibility List for Police Entry Level and Lateral Transfers

City Council

The Beachwood City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning of three properties on Edgewood Drive from residential to public/institutional use, along with several ordinances and resolutions. These include special assessments for street lighting and nuisance abatement, and agreements for composting services, road repairs, and engineering services. The agenda also includes appointments and routine consent items.

• Rezoning 2547, 2555, 2561 Edgewood Drive from U-1 to U-5
• Special assessments for street lighting on Blossom Road and George Zieger Drive
• Resolution authorizing expenditure for Rust Belt Riders Composting Services
• Cost sharing agreement with Highland Hills for concrete repair at Harvard Road/Robert Bishop Drive and Eaton Drive
• Agreement with GPD Group for Richmond-Chagrin I-271 Corridor Project design services

The Beachwood City Council adopted an ordinance rezoning three Edgewood Drive properties from single-family residential to public and institutional use, and confirmed the mayoral appointment of Traci A. Gallagher as Building Commissioner. Council also approved professional service claims, municipal composting expenditures, several infrastructure and street lighting assessments, and an agreement to join the First CALL alternative crisis response program.

• Confirmed appointment of Traci A. Gallagher as Building Commissioner (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-19 rezoning 2547, 2555, and 2561 Edgewood Drive from U-1 to U-5 (6-0)
• Authorized payment of professional service claims totaling $296,431.05 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinances 2026-31 and 2026-32 removing obsolete registration fees from admissions and lodging tax chapters (6-0)
• Adopted special assessment ordinances for street lighting on Blossom Road and George Zieger Drive, and for property nuisance abatements (6-0)
• Authorized expenditure up to $34,500 for Rust Belt Riders municipal composting services (6-0)
• Authorized a cost-sharing agreement with the Village of Highland Hills for a concrete repair project not to exceed $49,510.72 (6-0)
• Authorized change orders and design agreements with GPD Group and entered into amended ODOT and First CALL Program agreements (6-0)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider five applications for architectural changes, including sign panel replacements, a new comfort station, a dormer addition, and a new single-family dwelling. Each item will be voted on as approved, not approved, or approved with comments.

• Sign panel replacements at 3609 Park East Drive (Metro Health)
• New comfort station at 22000 South Woodland Road (Canterbury Golf Club)
• Dormer addition at 22000 Halworth Road
• New single-family dwelling at 26301 Annesley Road
• Sign panel replacements at 23700 Mercantile Road (Securastock)

The Architectural Board of Review approved all five applications on the agenda, including sign panel replacements, a new comfort station, a dormer addition, and a new single-family dwelling. One approval included conditions regarding landscaping and a variance approval.

• Approved panel replacements for signs at 3609 Park East Drive (Metro Health)
• Approved new comfort station at 22000 South Woodland Road (Canterbury Golf Club)
• Approved dormer addition at 22000 Halworth Road
• Approved new single-family dwelling at 26301 Annesley Road
• Approved sign panel replacements at 23700 Mercantile Road with notes: landscaping at monument sign base; directional sign subject to Planning and Zoning Commission variance approval

Council Committee Meetings

The committee will hold discussions regarding the First Call Program and receive an update on community safety technology. No specific votes or formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding First Call Program
• Community Safety Technology Update

Records Commission

The Beachwood Records Commission is meeting to administer the oath to a new member, vote on proposed changes to police records (RC-2), and receive updates on training and disposal. The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural.

• Oath of office for new member Joshua Gerken
• Vote on RC-2 changes for Police
• Training and disposal update

Council Committee Meetings

The Committee of the Whole will hold a meeting at Beachwood City Hall. The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call, an executive session, and other matters.

• Executive Session

Beachwood City Council's Committee of the Whole met on August 31, 2026 and voted 6-0 to enter executive session to consider confidential business strategy information related to an applicant seeking economic development assistance under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 725. The session ran from 5:31 PM to 6:17 PM. No other matters came before the committee, and the meeting adjourned at 6:18 PM. The minutes record no substantive decisions beyond entering and leaving executive session; the closed session's contents are not disclosed.

• Voted 6-0 to enter executive session on confidential economic development applicant information (ORC Chapter 725)
• No other matters came before the Committee of the Whole
• Adjourned at 6:18 PM

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider four site plan and lot-consolidation requests: a lot split at 15 Hyde Park, a screened porch addition at the same address, a screen wall fence at 3050 Science Park Drive, and a new building at the Beachwood Branch Library, 24801 Fairmount Boulevard.

• Lot split and consolidation at 15 Hyde Park (PPN 741-27-836C)
• Screened porch addition at 15 Hyde Park, The Village
• Screen wall fence at 3050 Science Park Drive, Cleveland Clinic
• New building at 24801 Fairmount Boulevard, Beachwood Branch Library

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three items on August 27, 2026, each by a 7-0 roll-call vote with no abstentions. It approved a lot split and consolidation at 15 Hyde Park tied to a screened porch addition, site plan approval for that same screened porch, and a screen wall fence around exterior chillers at 3050 Science Park Drive (Cleveland Clinic). The commission also approved the minutes of its July 30, 2026 meeting and adjourned at 6:43 PM. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved lot split/consolidation of PPN 741-27-836C (15 Hyde Park) and part of PPN 741-27-013, creating Parcel "15A" (7-0)
• Approved site plan for screened porch addition at 15 Hyde Park (7-0)
• Approved site plan for screen wall fence around exterior chillers at 3050 Science Park Drive, Cleveland Clinic (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the July 30, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned at 6:43 PM (7-0)

City Council

This special City Council meeting was canceled. The agenda would have included roll call, an executive session, citizen remarks, and reports from the mayor, council members, and department directors, but no substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting canceled
• Executive session listed on agenda
• Citizen remarks limited to 3 minutes each, max 30 minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Beachwood Civil Service Commission is meeting to continue discussions on submitted protests and address any other matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.

• Continued discussion on submitted protests

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will review two applications: new building structures at the MJCC day camp on South Woodland Road, and a new single-family dwelling on Letchworth Road. The board will decide whether to approve, approve with comments, or not approve each plan.

• New building structures at 26001 South Woodland Road (MJCC Day Camp, owner Jewish Community Center)
• New single-family dwelling at 25001 Letchworth Road (owner Dommus Construction Corp)

The Architectural Board of Review approved plans for new building structures at the MJCC Day Camp at 26001 South Woodland Road, with architect Richard Parker of Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. present. The board also approved plans for a new single-family dwelling at 25001 Letchworth Road, with owner/contractor Alex Lyamkin of Dommus Construction Corp. present. Both approvals were unanimous with members George Smerigan and Ron Kluchin present.

• Approved new building structures at 26001 South Woodland Road (MJCC Day Camp)
• Approved new single-family dwelling at 25001 Letchworth Road

Civil Service Commission

The Beachwood Civil Service Commission is meeting to review and discuss a formal protest from a Police Promotion candidate about the assessment center schedule and a reference book used in a prior promotional exam. The agenda also includes roll call, other matters, and adjournment.

• Review of formal protest by Police Promotion candidate
• Discussion of assessment center schedule concerns
• Concerns about reference book in prior promotional exam

City Council

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will meet to review submitted plans for two specific properties. The board will determine if the proposed changes meet architectural standards.

• Review of plans for a new wall sign at 24753 Chagrin Blvd. (Kindercare)
• Review of plans for a second story addition at 2635 Deborah Drive

The Architectural Board of Review approved plans for a commercial wall sign and a residential second-story addition. The residential approval included specific requirements for roof pitch and trim.

• Approved new wall sign at 24753 Chagrin Blvd. (KinderCare)
• Approved second story addition at 2635 Deborah Drive with requirements for garage roof pitch and corner trim

City Council

Beachwood City Council will meet to discuss new business and ordinances. The primary item is a resolution regarding payment for a senior adult trip.

• Resolution 2026-75: Payment for Community Services 2026 Senior Adult Trip to Niagara-On-The-Lake for transportation, lodging, meals, snacks, and miscellaneous expenses

The Beachwood City Council held a special meeting on August 3, 2026, and approved Resolution 2026-75, authorizing payment for the Community Services 2026 Senior Adult Trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake. The resolution allows up to $52,690 for transportation, lodging, meals, snacks, and miscellaneous expenses, with costs reimbursed by participant fees. The vote was unanimous (7-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included an executive session and announcements about National Night Out and the Fall Recreation Guide.

• Approved Resolution 2026-75 authorizing up to $52,690 for the senior trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will review a final site plan for the Children's Day Camp at 26001 South Woodland Road. Several variance requests will also be considered, including a sidewalk variance at 23112 Beachwood Blvd and side‑yard setbacks at 26060 North Woodland Rd and 24728 Tunbridge Lane. A preliminary and final site plan for an addition at 2509 and 2515 South Green Road will be discussed. A previously tabled front‑yard hardscape variance for 24115 Woodway Road remains pending.

• 2026-17(A): Final site plan approval for Children's Day Camp at 26001 South Woodland Road
• 2026-22: 1.08' sidewalk and landing variance at 23112 Beachwood Blvd
• 2026-23: 12.53' side‑yard setback variance for new single‑family dwelling at 26060 North Woodland Rd
• 2026-24: Preliminary and final site plan approval for addition at 2509 and 2515 South Green Road
• 2026-25: 2' side‑yard setback variance for new single‑family dwelling at 24728 Tunbridge Lane

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved final site plan for the Children's Day Camp redevelopment at 26001 South Woodland Road, subject to Fire Department and City Engineer comments. It also approved preliminary and final site plan for an addition at 2509 and 2515 South Green Road, subject to similar conditions. A tabled variance request for a driveway expansion at 24115 Woodway Road was taken from the table and approved with stipulations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved P&Z 2026-17(A) final site plan for Children's Day Camp redevelopment at 26001 South Woodland Road, subject to Fire Department and City Engineer comments (unanimous)
• Approved P&Z 2026-24 preliminary and final site plan for addition at 2509 and 2515 South Green Road, subject to Fire Department and City Engineer comments (unanimous)
• Took P&Z 2026-21 from the table (unanimous)
• Approved P&Z 2026-21 variance for 175 sq ft of additional front yard hardscape at 24115 Woodway Road, with stipulations (unanimous)

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review met to consider plans for exterior canopy and vestibule remodeling at Four Seasons 3 Apartments and a new single-family dwelling on Beachwood Boulevard. The board approved both projects with comments.

• Approved remodeling of exterior canopy and vestibule at 26600 George Zeiger Drive (Four Seasons 3 Apartments)
• Approved new single-family dwelling at 2350 Beachwood Boulevard
• Board members: Traci A. Gallagher, George Smerigan, Ron Kluchin

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved two applications at its July 20, 2026 meeting. The first approval was for remodeling the exterior canopy and vestibule at 26600 George Zeiger Drive, Four Seasons 3 Apartments. The second approval was for a new single-family dwelling at 2350 Beachwood Blvd. Both applicants were present, and the meeting adjourned at 4:45 PM.

• Approved exterior canopy and vestibule remodel at 26600 George Zeiger Drive (Four Seasons 3 Apartments)
• Approved new single-family dwelling at 2350 Beachwood Blvd.

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone three Edgewood Drive properties for public use. The meeting also includes the approval of bills, the acceptance of bids for snowplow equipment and pool pump replacement, and the authorization of design services for the Connector Road Project.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2026-19 rezoning 2547, 2555, and 2561 Edgewood Drive
• Resolution 2026-71 accepting bid for Pool Pump Replacement Project
• Resolution 2026-68 authorizing purchase of snowplow cutting edges
• Resolution 2026-73 authorizing design services for Connector Road Project
• Resolution 2026-67 accepting quotation for conference room microphones

The City Council approved multiple resolutions regarding job creation, tax budgets, and city services. Additionally, a rezoning ordinance for Edgewood Drive was placed on second reading and referred to a public hearing.

• Approved advertising for Richmond Road Corridor Traffic Signal Upgrade Project (6-0)
• Placed Ordinance 2025-19 regarding Edgewood Drive rezoning on second reading (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-24 for payment of professional service claims (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-25 amending food truck regulations (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-58 for Building Block Therapy, LLC job creation grant (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-59 adopting the 2026 Alternative Tax Budget (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-60 designating city fund depositories (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-61 for continued legal services from Kutak Rock, LLP (6-0)

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will consider three proposals: a new building addition, exterior paint modifications, and a tenant panel sign. Each item may be approved, denied, or approved with conditions.

• New building addition at 24619 Chagrin Blvd. (Bark & Barrel; owner: Fire Station Drive LLC)
• Exterior paint finish modifications at 23220 Chagrin Blvd. (The Vue Apartments; owner: Vue Beachwood Gardens LLC)
• New tenant panel on existing ground sign at 23600 Commerce Park (Building Blocks Therapy; owner: Unity Friends LLC)

The Architectural Board of Review approved exterior and structural modification plans for three Beachwood properties during its July 6 meeting. The board cleared a building addition at Bark and Barrel, paint finish changes at The Vue Apartments, and a sign panel update for Building Blocks Therapy. All applications were reviewed and approved by the three members present.

• Approved new building addition plans for Bark and Barrel at 24619 Chagrin Blvd.
• Approved exterior paint finish modifications for The Vue Apartments at 23220 Chagrin Blvd.
• Approved a new tenant panel on an existing ground sign for Building Blocks Therapy at 23600 Commerce Park

Civil Service Commission

The Beachwood Civil Service Commission will discuss the entry-level police examination scoring process and consider a request from a candidate who missed a scheduled interview. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel matters. The agenda is largely procedural with no final decisions listed.

• Review and discussion of entry-level police examination scoring process
• Consideration of request from candidate who was a no-show/no-call for interview
• Executive session on personnel matters (appointment, employment, discipline, etc.)
• Civil service update from staff

Council Committee Meetings

The Safety & Public Health Committee will examine recommended changes to the city code that address electric bicycles and scooters. Members will discuss safety measures such as prohibiting sidewalk operation and updating traffic regulations. The committee may recommend adoption before the full council meeting on June 15.

• Review proposed amendments to e‑bike and e‑scooter regulations
• Discuss safety measures, including sidewalk operation restrictions
• Consider updates to City traffic code (Chapters 402.05 and 474)
• Plan public education effort after ordinance adoption
• Any other matters before the committee

The Safety and Public Health Committee reviewed proposed amendments to the City's Code regarding e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar motorized mobility devices. The amendments would prohibit e-scooters on sidewalks and update safety regulations, but no formal action was taken at this meeting. The committee discussed the proposals and the administration's plans for public education following adoption.

• Reviewed proposed e-bike and e-scooter ordinance amendments (no vote taken)
• Discussed prohibiting e-scooters on sidewalks and updating safety regulations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several variance requests and lot splits, including a tabled item for a revised lot split of the Hanger Club property at 24400 Cedar Road. New items include a side lot line variance for exterior stairs at 2640 Brentwood Road, a lot split at 26421 North Woodland Road, a site plan approval and variance for a new addition and cooler enclosure at Bark and Barrel (24619 Chaglin Blvd.), and a front yard hardscape variance for a driveway expansion at 24115 Woodway Road.

• Variance request for 2' side lot line and landscape allowance at 2640 Brentwood Road
• Preliminary and final lot split approval for 26421 North Woodland Road
• Site plan approval and variance for addition and cooler enclosure at Bark and Barrel, 24619 Chagrin Blvd.
• Front yard hardscape variance for driveway expansion at 24115 Woodway Road
• Tabled item: Revised lot split plat for Hanger Club, 24400 Cedar Road

Council Committee Meetings

The Safety & Public Health Committee was scheduled to review proposed amendments to Beachwood's e‑bike and e‑scooter regulations, including sidewalk restrictions and safety requirements. The changes would update Chapter 474 and Section 402.05 to define device classes, set speed limits, and require helmets for riders under 16. The committee would consider adopting the amendments for the City Council meeting on June 15. The June 22 committee meeting was cancelled.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 474 and 402.05 to regulate e‑bikes and e‑scooters
• Prohibit operation of e‑scooters on sidewalks
• Set speed limits: e‑bikes up to 20 mph (class 1/2) or 28 mph (class 3), e‑scooters up to 20 mph
• Require helmets for riders under 16 years old
• Plan for public education on new rules after adoption

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider several urgent measures, including payment of professional service claims, a rezoning of three Edgewood Drive properties, and an amendment to the food‑truck ordinance. A motion will be taken to advertise bids for the Richmond Road Corridor traffic signal upgrade. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions authorizing contracts for legal services, pest control, snowplow parts, and festival equipment, and will adopt the 2026 Alternative Tax Budget for fiscal year 2027.

• Ordinance 2026-24: authorize payment of certain professional service claims (urgent)
• Ordinance 2026-19: rezoning 2547, 2555, and 2561 Edgewood Drive from U-1 to U-5
• Ordinance 2026-25: amend the Food Trucks ordinance (urgent)
• Resolution 2026-59: adopt the 2026 Alternative Tax Budget for FY 2027 (urgent)
• Motion to advertise bids for the Richmond Road Corridor Traffic Signal Upgrade Project

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider approval of plans for three new single-family dwellings and three sign applications. Items include a new home at 26060 North Woodland Road (owner Lombana), at 2549 Larchmont Road (owner Levy), and at 2613 Brentwood Road. Sign proposals include new wall and ground signs for Signature Health at 24755 Chagrin Blvd, a wall sign for TrueNorth Energy at 26100 Chagrin Blvd, and a wall sign and tenant panel replacement for Farmers National Bank at 25201 Chagrin Blvd. Each item may be approved, approved with comments, or not approved.

• New single-family dwelling at 26060 North Woodland Road (ABR #26-30)
• New single-family dwelling at 2549 Larchmont Road (ABR #26-26)
• New sign package for Signature Health at 24755 Chagrin Blvd (ABR #26-27)
• New wall sign for TrueNorth Energy at 26100 Chagrin Blvd (ABR #26-28)
• New wall sign and tenant panel replacement for Farmers National Bank at 25201 Chagrin Blvd (ABR #26-29)

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved six applications submitted by owners and contractors. Approvals included four new single‑family dwellings and two sign projects, with two approvals carrying design notes. No votes or dissent were recorded.

• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 26060 North Woodland Road with note to add corner treatment
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 2549 Larchmont Road
• Approved new wall sign and two ground signs at 24755 Chagrin Blvd for Signature Health
• Approved wall sign at 26100 Chagrin Blvd for Truenorth Energy
• Approved new wall sign and tenant panel replacement at 25201 Chagrin Blvd, Suite 120, subject to landlord design/color approval
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 2613 Brentwood Road

Council Committee Meetings

This meeting is procedural only, consisting of roll call, an executive session, and potential discussion of other matters, with no specific legislative or policy items listed.

• Agenda contains only procedural items: roll call, executive session, and adjournment.

The Committee of the Whole met for an executive session regarding a business strategy for economic development assistance. No other substantive matters were discussed or decided during the meeting.

• Entered Executive Session (5-0)

Council Committee Meetings

The Finance & Development Committee will consider restoring millage that was previously forgone. Members will review what forgone millage means, the amount lost over the past three years, why it was reduced, and the current proposal. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of restoring previously forgone millage

The Finance and Development Committee reviewed a proposal regarding the restoration of property tax millage that was previously reduced. Finance Director Larry Heiser presented historical figures, reasons for the previous reductions, and the potential impact of the current proposal on City revenue.

• Discussion held regarding the restoration of previously forgone millage