Beachwood public meetings in 2024
48 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for a rear addition at 25164 Maidstone Lane and three additions at 26600 Shaker Boulevard. The board will also review a project for the Fuchs Mizrachi School.
- Review of rear addition plans at 25164 Maidstone Lane
- Review of three additions at 26600 Shaker Boulevard
- Review of plans for Fuchs Mizrachi School
City Council
Beachwood City Council will consider approving the 2025 fiscal year budget, amending compensation for the Mayor, and purchasing new police vehicles and safety cameras. The meeting also includes confirmations for various city commissions and a farewell for Councilman Eric Synenberg.
- Ordinance 2024-77: Approves 2025 City budget and transfers funds
- Ordinance 2024-86: Adjusts Mayor/Safety Director compensation
- Resolution 2024-61: Approves purchase of Ford Mustang Mach-E police vehicle
- Resolution 2024-62: Approves purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicle
- Resolution 2024-63: Authorizes installation of ten Flock Safety cameras
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss and vote on a request to extend the testing date for the Police Department Sergeant Promotion examination. Other general matters may also be addressed.
- Vote on extending the Police Department Sergeant Promotion examination testing date
Council Committee Meetings
The Committee of the Whole will hear the Mayor's Report. Council members will discuss the mayoral salary and the council members' salary. The meeting also provides time for any other matters to be raised.
- Mayor's Report
- Discussion regarding Mayoral Salary
- Discussion regarding Council Salary
- Any other matters coming before the Committee of the Whole
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on December 3, 2024, to consider several site plans and variance requests. Key items include a preliminary plan for cluster homes on North Woodland Road, a school addition at Fuchs Mizrachi, and multiple setback variances. The commission will also review its Rules of Procedure and a tabled rezoning of two Edgewood Road parcels from residential to public/institutional.
- Preliminary site plan for cluster homes at North Woodland Road (PPN 741-29-020)
- Building and play area additions at Fuchs Mizrachi School, 26600 Shaker Blvd
- Dumpster fence enclosure at Cleveland Clinic Rehab Hospital, 3025 Science Park Drive
- Revised lot split plat for Chagrin Highlands (PPN 742-39-005)
- Tabled rezoning of 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U-1 to U-5 (Ordinance No. 2024-63)
Council Committee Meetings
The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the proposed 2025 budget and Council rules. The meeting also includes a Mayor's report and any other matters. No formal votes are expected as this is a discussion session.
- Discussion regarding 2025 Council budget
- Discussion regarding Council rules
- Mayor's report
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review is meeting to review submitted plans for two projects. The board will consider a new single-family home and a new wall sign for a business.
- Plans for a new single-family dwelling at 26930 Hurlingham Road
- Plans for a new wall sign at 3737 Park East Drive, Ste 204 (Acrisure)
City Council
The Beachwood City Council will consider several urgent measures, including rezoning two parcels at 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from single‑family to public and institutional use. Other items include a public hearing on a zoning code amendment, multiple budget and salary ordinances, and resolutions authorizing purchases and agreements. The council will also approve minutes from recent meetings and hear citizen remarks.
- Ordinance 2024-81: Rezoning 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from U‑1 Single Family Residential to U‑5 Public and Institutional District
- Ordinance 2024-82: Rezoning 23250 Chagrin Boulevard from U‑7A General Office Building to U‑3C Planned Multi‑Family Residential
- Resolution 2024-53: Authorize Mayor to accept a quotation from Ports Petroleum, Co., Inc. for petroleum purchase, waiving competitive bidding
- Resolution 2024-55: Authorize Mayor to enter a grant agreement with NEORSD for Timberlane/Green Sewer Relief Project Phase 2
- Ordinance 2024-78: Authorize payment of professional service claims as an urgent measure
Civil Service Commission
The Beachwood Civil Service Commission will hold a meeting to discuss personnel matters, specifically interviewing candidates for a Lateral Transfer Police Officer position. The session is scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 5:30 PM.
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
- Interviews for Lateral Transfer Police Officer
- Meeting at Beachwood City Hall, Conference Room B
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider four applications: two for new single-family dwellings and two for signage modifications. The board will decide on approval, approval with comments, or denial for each item.
- New wall sign for Porsche Beachwood at 3750 Orange Place (ABR #24-61)
- New wall sign and tenant panel replacements for Spark by Hilton at 26300 Chagrin Blvd (ABR #24-62)
- New single-family dwelling at 2435 Brentwood Road (ABR #24-63)
- New single-family dwelling at 24375 Hilltop Drive (ABR #24-64)
Council Committee Meetings
The Safety and Public Health Committee will meet to review the Mayor's report and discuss emergency community notifications.
- Discussion regarding Emergency Community Notifications
Council Committee Meetings
The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss a council vacancy and any other matters. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2024, at 6:30 PM at Beachwood City Hall.
- Mayor's Report
- Discussion regarding Council Vacancy
- Any other matters coming before the Committee of the Whole
City Council
City Council will consider the 2025 appropriations budget, renew employee health insurance with Medical Mutual of Ohio, and authorize the purchase of a rescue squad vehicle and fire truck refurbishment. Several contracts for police, traffic, and vehicle services are also up for renewal.
- Ordinance 2024-77: 2025 fiscal year appropriations and fund transfer from General to Capital Projects
- Resolution 2024-42: Renew health insurance contract with Medical Mutual of Ohio
- Resolution 2024-46: Purchase one 2026 Rescue Squad Vehicle for Fire and Rescue Department
- Resolution 2024-47: Refurbish and repaint a fire truck
- Motion: Advertise for bids for a 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-EGT Police Vehicle
Council Committee Meetings
The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss deer management strategies and receive an update on the Fairmount Temple Community Engagement Forum. The meeting also includes the Mayor's report and a period for additional matters.
- Discussion regarding Deer Management
- Fairmount Temple Community Engagement Forum update
- Mayor's Report
Council Committee Meetings
The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole will hear the mayor's report, consider a discussion on proposed zoning code changes, and address any other matters brought before the committee.
- Mayor's Report
- Discussion regarding proposed Zoning Code changes
- Any other matters coming before the Committee of the Whole
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will meet to review three project applications. The board will consider plans for a bank sign, a residential deck addition, and a new single-family home.
- New wall sign and ground sign reface at 22835 Chagrin Blvd (Farmer’s National Bank)
- Screened-in deck addition at 24213 Woodway Road
- New single-family dwelling at 26930 Hurlingham Road
City Council
The Beachwood City Council will meet to approve payment of professional service claims and discuss bidding for equipment replacement. The meeting includes reports from the Mayor and Department Directors.
- Ordinance 2024-75: payment of claims for professional and other services
- Motion to advertise for bids for replacement of pool pumps at the Beachwood Family Aquatic Center
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a variance request for a concrete patio at 23919 Edgehill Drive, a lot split request for 3300 Enterprise Parkway, and an adult day care service application at 23400 Mercantile Road Suite 2. It will also consider possible changes to its Rules of Procedure. Additionally, the commission will revisit a rezoning proposal to change 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U-1 Single Family Residential to U-5 Public and Institutional district under Ordinance 2024-63.
- 435' hardscape variance for a concrete patio at 23919 Edgehill Drive (Item 5)
- Preliminary and final approval of lot split for PPN 741-18-006, 3300 Enterprise Parkway (Item 6)
- Approval request for an adult day care service at 23400 Mercantile Road, Suite 2 (Item 7)
- Review and possible vote on the Rules of Procedure for the Planning and Zoning Commission (Item 8)
- Rezoning of 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U-1 to U-5 Public and Institutional district (Ordinance 2024-63, Item 2024-27)
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review met on October 21, 2024 to consider four applications. The board approved a garage and laundry addition at 2638 Deborah Drive, a new wall and ground sign at 21515 Chagrin Blvd for Skoda Gordon Dentistry, a new cabinet panel on an existing ground sign at 1000 Eaton Blvd, and a single‑family dwelling at 2445 Sittingbourne Lane, each with comments. Approvals are recorded under ABR numbers 24‑54 through 24‑57.
- Approval of garage and laundry addition at 2638 Deborah Drive (owner Ross) – ABR #24-54
- Approval of new wall and ground sign at 21515 Chagrin Blvd for Skoda Gordon Dentistry (owner Bane Holdings LLC) – ABR #24-55
- Approval of new cabinet panel on existing ground sign at 1000 Eaton Blvd (owner Chagrin Highlands) – ABR #24-56
- Approval of single‑family dwelling at 2445 Sittingbourne Lane (owner Cactus Holdings, LLC) – ABR #24-57
Council Committee Meetings
The Legal and Personnel Committee will meet on October 21, 2024 at Beachwood City Hall. The agenda includes a mayor's report and discussions on renewing the law director’s contract for 2025, as well as reviewing the mayor’s salary and the city council’s salary. The meeting also provides time for any other matters to be raised.
- Discussion regarding Law Director contract renewal for 2025
- Discussion regarding Mayoral salary
- Discussion regarding City Council salary
City Council
The Beachwood City Council will consider and vote on several urgent measures, including ordinances that adjust the city budget, appropriations, and administrative salaries. It will also vote on a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter a project fee agreement with Perspectus Architecture, LLC. Additional items include approval of prior meeting minutes and motions to solicit bids for a solar lighting pilot and other services.
- Ordinance 2024-68 amending the "Prohibited Uses" section of the Planning and Zoning Code (first reading)
- Ordinance 2024-72 authorizing payment of professional service claims (urgent measure)
- Ordinance 2024-73 amending appropriations for FY 2024 (urgent measure)
- Resolution 2024-39 authorizing the mayor to enter a Project Fee Agreement with Perspectus Architecture, LLC (urgent measure)
- Motion to advertise bids for the Solar Lighting Pilot Program
Council Committee Meetings
The Finance and Insurance Committee will receive the Mayor's Report. It will discuss the city's 2025 budget, including the recreation fee schedule for 2025. An executive session will be held to consider employing a public employee. Additional matters may be addressed as they arise.
- Mayor's Report
- 2025 budget discussion
- Recreation fee schedule for 2025
- Executive session to consider employment of a public employee
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to introduce Police Chief Grispino and discuss the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Introduction to Police Chief Grispino
- Discussion of 2025 meeting dates
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will consider a request for a rear addition at 2609 Edgewood Road. The board will vote on whether to approve, deny, or approve with comments for application ABR #24-53.
- Public hearing for rear addition at 2609 Edgewood Road (ABR #24-53)
- Vote on approval status for ABR #24-53
City Council
The Beachwood City Council will consider authorizing a deer management agreement, amending dangerous dog ordinances, and purchasing VMware software licenses. The body will also approve payments for services and authorize the sale of surplus police property.
- Resolution authorizing Precision Wildlife Management to address deer issues
- Ordinance amending dangerous and vicious dog regulations
- Resolution authorizing VMware software license purchase via Ohio cooperative purchasing
- Ordinance authorizing sale of surplus police property on GovDeals
- Motion to advertise bids for 2025 Ready Mix Concrete and Timberlane sewer project
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several residential and commercial variance requests. The body is also considering a rezoning ordinance for two properties on Edgewood Road and an amendment to the city's prohibited uses code.
- Rezoning 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U-1 Single Family Residential to U-5 Public and Institutional District
- Proposed amendment to Section 1111.03 'Prohibited Uses' of the Planning and Zoning Code
- Lot split request for 26930 Hurlingham Road
- Wall sign area variance for Giant Eagle at 24601 Chagrin Blvd.
- Setback variances for 2609 Edgewood Road, 23203 Beachwood Blvd., and 2638 Deborah Drive
Council Committee Meetings
The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive a report from the Mayor. The body will also hold a presentation and discussion regarding residential street lighting.
- Presentation and discussion regarding residential street lighting
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider four plans for additions, new homes, and exterior alterations. Three items are approved with comments, and one is not approved.
- Addition and alterations at 23998 Wendover Drive
- One-story addition at 26957 Hurlingham Road
- New single-family dwelling at 2515 Buckhurst Drive
- Exterior alterations at 3800 Park East Drive
- ABR #24-49 not approved
Council Committee Meetings
The Stormwater Commission will meet to receive updates on Phase II Stormwater Compliance and the Sewer Improvement Project. The body will also review reports from the Mayor and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Phase II Stormwater Compliance Update
- Sewer Improvement Project Update
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will review two variance requests: a circular driveway at 23345 Timberlane Drive and mixed fencing materials at 24101 Halburton Road. It will also consider a preliminary and final site‑plan approval for a cluster‑home residential development on North Woodland Road (PPN 741‑29‑020). A pending request for an ADA‑compatible residential unit variance at 23250 Chagrin Blvd. is noted for future action.
- Variance for a circular driveway at 23345 Timberlane Drive (Allan Pearl, Allan Builders, Inc.)
- Variance for use of two fencing materials at 24101 Halburton Road (Grant Senyei)
- Preliminary and final site‑plan approval for cluster homes on North Woodland Road (Andrew Gotlieb, Keystate Homes, PPN 741‑29‑020)
- Pending variance for ADA‑compatible residential units at 23250 Chagrin Blvd. (James B. Heller, Beachwood Office LLC)
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review met on August 19, 2024 to consider three applications: a highway pylon sign at 3750 Orange Place, exterior building color changes for the Clarion Hotel at 26300 Chagrin Blvd., and a new single‑family dwelling at 24661 Tunbridge Lane. All three proposals were approved with comments. Board members present were Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, and Mary Ann Pellerano.
- ABR #24-46: New highway pylon sign at 3750 Orange Place – approved with comments
- ABR #24-47: Exterior building color changes at 26300 Chagrin Blvd. (Clarion Hotel) – approved with comments
- ABR #24-48: New single‑family dwelling at 24661 Tunbridge Lane – approved with comments
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will consider three applications regarding property modifications. These include a one-story addition at 24700 Highpoint Road, a new ground sign at 2463 South Green Road, and a rear addition at 23530 Wendover Drive.
- One-story addition at 24700 Highpoint Road (Ihi Ionbond, Inc.)
- New ground sign at 2463 South Green Road (Young Israel of Greater Cleveland)
- Rear addition at 23530 Wendover Drive (James Ballon)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will review four preliminary and final site plan requests for new structures and fencing at local properties. The agenda also lists a pending variance request to allow ADA-compatible residential units at a Chagrin Boulevard address. These items are proposed for discussion and approval; no decisions have been made yet.
- Site plan approval for a new play area at 23533 Mercantile Road (Salon Place)
- Site plan approval for three sheds at 26000 Shaker Blvd (Temple Tifereth Israel)
- Site plan approval for a vinyl privacy fence at 3292 Richmond Road (Baywood Estates)
- Site plan approval for a chain-link fence at 27040 Cedar Road (The Vantage Apartments)
- Pending variance request for ADA units at 23250 Chagrin Blvd (Beachwood Office LLC)
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will meet to consider several construction and signage proposals. Items include residential additions, garage roof alterations, and new commercial signage or buildings.
- Pergola and deck at 23953 Wendover Drive
- New wall signage for Salon Place and Russian School at 23533 Mercantile Road
- Front addition at 23203 Beachwood Blvd.
- New warehouse building at 23800 Mercantile Road
- Roof alterations on attached garage at 24181 Bryden Road
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will consider revised plans for a new home at 2530 Blossom Lane. The board will also review plans submitted for a new single-family dwelling at 2628 Deptford Drive.
- Revised plans for new single-family dwelling at 2530 Blossom Lane (ABR #23-26)
- Plans for new single-family dwelling at 2628 Deptford Drive (ABR #24-32)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several site plan requests including two new elementary schools and a warehouse addition. Other items include fence replacements, lot consolidations, and a pending residential variance request.
- Final site plan for Bryden Elementary School at 25501 Bryden Road
- Final site plan for Hilltop Elementary School at 24524 Hilltop Drive
- Preliminary site plan for a warehouse addition at 23800 Mercantile Road
- Preliminary and final site plan for fence replacement at 24230 Community Drive
- Preliminary and final site plan for a one-story addition at 24700 Highpoint Road
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will discuss several development proposals. These include a new wall sign, rooftop solar panels, facade repairs, and a new single-family home.
- New west elevation wall sign at 3733 Park East Drive
- Rooftop solar panels at 23825 Commerce Park Road
- Facade repairs to entrance canopy at 23949 Chagrin Blvd
- New single-family dwelling at 25741 Hurlingham Road
- New shed at 24735 Twickenham Drive
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review met to discuss plans submitted for a new commercial building located at 21515 Chagrin Blvd. The meeting included the architect, contractor, and owner regarding item ABR #24-26.
- Plans for a new commercial building at 21515 Chagrin Blvd (ABR #24-26)
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will meet to consider two applications. The board will review plans for a permanent roof structure at 3248 Belvoir Blvd and new permanent signage at 3750 Orange Place.
- Plans for a permanent roof structure at 3248 Belvoir Blvd
- Plans for new permanent signage at 3750 Orange Place (Porsche)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will review site plan and variance requests regarding ground coverage at 24760 Greenwich Lane, a mobile MRI unit at 3690 Orange Place, and ADA compatible residential units at 23250 Chagrin Blvd.
- Variance request for solid surface coverage at 24760 Greenwich Lane
- Site plan approval for a mobile MRI unit at 3690 Orange Place
- Variance request for ADA compatible residential units at 23250 Chagrin Blvd
Architectural Board of Review
The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review is reviewing several applications for property modifications. These include requests for new single-family dwellings, rooftop solar panels, and a monument sign for City Hall. Other items involve window installations and deck or pergola additions.
- New monument sign with LED display at 25325 Fairmount Blvd
- Rooftop solar panels at 25300 Shaker Blvd
- New single-family dwelling at 23227 Timberlane Drive
- New single-family dwelling at 3220 Sulgrave Road
- New single-family dwelling at 2586 Elmhurst Drive
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will consider sign installations for Antica Italian Kitchen and Bar. The board will also review plans for two new elementary school buildings.
- New tenant wall sign and replacement faces for 3355 Richmond Road, Suite 151
- New elementary school building at 25501 Bryden Road (Bryden Elementary School)
- New elementary school building at 24524 Hilltop Drive (Hilltop Elementary School)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several site plan approvals for a mobile MRI unit and a new playground. The meeting also includes a variance request for residential units and a multi-property rezoning ordinance.
- Site plan approval for a mobile MRI unit at 3690 Orange Place
- Site plan approval for a fenced playground at 23825 Commerce Park (Primrose School of Beachwood)
- Variance request for ADA compatible residential units at 23250 Chagrin Blvd
- Ordinance 2024-22: Rezoning multiple properties from U-1 to U-5 District
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will meet to consider several residential property applications. The board will review plans for a new deck, a window replacement, and a new shed.
- New deck plans at 3731 Concord Drive
- Window replacement at 23304 East Groveland Road
- New shed plans at 24760 Greenwich Lane
Architectural Board of Review
The Board will review several applications for home renovations, new construction, and business improvements. Items include bedroom and laundry room additions, a new single-family dwelling, and awning installations.
- Bedroom and bath addition at 24885 Twickenham Drive
- New single-family dwelling at 24660 Greenwi Ch Lane
- Addition at 2462 Brian Drive
- First floor laundry room addition at 24625 Hilltop Drive
- Five new awnings at 2101 Richmond Road, Cedar Creek Grille
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review is reviewing several property alteration proposals. These include projects involving windows, doors, and a sunroom addition at various local addresses.
- Revised windows and door at 2530 Richmond Road
- Sunroom addition at 25405 Bryden Road
- Interior and exterior alterations with window removal at 2490 Blossom Lane
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will review several requests for site plan approvals and lot consolidations. These include proposals for new school sites at Bryden Road and Hilltop Drive, as well as a playground installation at the Beachwood Family Aquatic Center.
- Site plan approval for Bryden Elementary School at 25501 Bryden Road
- Site plan approval for Hilltop Elementary School at 24524 Hilltop Drive
- Lot split of 43.3 acres for a connector road from Harvard Road to Commerce Park Road
- Playground installation at Beachwood Family Aquatic Center (25125 Fairmount Blvd.)
- Lot consolidations requested by the Beachwood Board of Education
Architectural Board of Review
The Architectural Board of Review will consider plans submitted by architect John Payne for a sunroom and storage addition at 3373 Belvoir Blvd. The board will determine whether to approve the proposal.
- Sunroom/storage addition at 3373 Belvoir Blvd.