Beachwood public meetings in 2025

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review met on December 15, 2025 to consider applications listed as ABR #25-54. The board evaluated plans for a new four‑season room at 25300 Shaker Boulevard submitted by owner Bloom and presented by architect Neil Safran of Safran Studios. The board issued three decisions: one application was not approved, one was approved, and one was approved with comments.

• Review of plans for a new four‑season room at 25300 Shaker Blvd (owner: Bloom)
• Architect Neil Safran (Safran Studios) presented the application
• ABR #25-54: one application not approved
• ABR #25-54: one application approved
• ABR #25-54: one application approved with comments

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider several urgent measures, including ordinances to amend procedures, appropriations, and to declare surplus property for sale. Motions will be taken to advertise bids for replacing pool pumps at the Beachwood Family Aquatic Center and for a new roof at the Public Works building. Resolutions will authorize the Mayor to accept a petroleum purchase quotation and to renew a software services agreement. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval, citizen remarks, and recognitions.

• Ordinance 2025-48: authorize payment of certain professional service claims (urgent)
• Motion to advertise bids for replacement of pool pumps and drain line at Beachwood Family Aquatic Center
• Motion to advertise bids for installation of a new roof at Beachwood Public Works
• Ordinance 2025-51: declare Public Works surplus property and authorize its sale on GovDeals
• Resolution 2025-80: authorize Mayor to accept a quotation from Ports Petroleum Co. for petroleum purchase

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land‑use actions, including a rezoning of 24700 Chagrin Boulevard from a U‑7A General Office district to a U‑9 Motor Service district. It will also review a lot‑consolidation request for parcels 27020‑27060 on Cedar Road and multiple setback variance requests for a new house at 2350 Beachwood Boulevard. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes, a council report, and citizen remarks, while two other applications are tabled for future consideration.

• Rezoning 24700 Chagrin Blvd (PPN #742-25-010) to U‑9 Motor Service District (Ordinance No. 2025‑36)
• Lot consolidation creating Parcel A for 27020‑27060 Cedar Road (requested by Jefferson Kiser)
• Setback variances (rear, front, and side) for a new house at 2350 Beachwood Blvd (requested by Courtney Evenchik)
• Tabled lot split and frontage variance for The Hangar Club at 24400 Cedar Road (Cody Crum)
• Tabled request for indoor storage use in a U‑8 District at 23533 Mercantile Road (Dmitry Belkin)

Records Commission

The Beachwood Records Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 2024 and vote on proposed changes to the RC-2 retention schedules for the Payroll/Personnel and Police departments.

• Approval of October 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vote on RC-2 changes for Payroll/Personnel
• Vote on RC-2 changes for Police Clerk of Courts and Police
• Review of records disposal update
• Discussion on 2025 meeting dates

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for new signage and a single-family dwelling. The board will vote on three items, including a new wall sign for Beachwood Porsche and a new ground sign for The Village Community Association.

• New wall sign at 3750 Orange Place (Beachwood Porsche)
• New single-family dwelling at 23112 Beachwood Blvd
• New post and panel ground sign at 26000 Village Lane
• Architectural Board of Review meeting at City Hall
• ABR members: Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, Mary Ann Pellerano

The Board approved the wall sign plan for 3750 ORANGE PLACE submitted by Beachwood Porsche. It also approved the single‑family dwelling plan for 23112 BEACHWOOD BLVD. submitted by ISAKOV. Finally, the Board approved the post and panel ground sign for 26000 VILLAGE LANE submitted by THE VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION.

• Approved wall sign at 3750 ORANGE PLACE (owner BEACHWOOD PORSCHE)
• Approved single‑family dwelling at 23112 BEACHWOOD BLVD. (owner ISAKOV)
• Approved post and panel ground sign at 26000 VILLAGE LANE (owner THE VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION)

Council Committee Meetings

This is a procedural meeting of the Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes the Mayor's Report and a discussion regarding the Standing Committees of Council. No legislation, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is primarily organizational.

• Discussion regarding Standing Committees of Council (organizational)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed three amendment options for the city’s standing committees, with Council President Isaacson and Vice President Shoykhet indicating a preference for Option 1. Members also examined a proposed policy to charge a fee for reviewing and redacting body‑worn and dash‑camera public records. The Committee asked the Law Department to prepare an updated memorandum on the fee policy and agreed to revisit the issue in the new year. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• Requested Law Department to provide updated memorandum on camera‑record fee policy
• Decided to revisit the camera‑record fee policy in the new year

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider approving the schedule for its 2026 regular meetings, reappointing city plans examiners, and renewing contracts for traffic engineering, police equipment, and municipal vehicle repairs.

• Reappoint Paul Kowalczyk and Michael Wildermuth as Plans Examiners
• Authorize Brownfield remediation grant application at 23456 Mercantile Road
• Renew contract with GPD Group for Traffic Engineering Services
• Renew contract with Hall Public Safety Co. for municipal vehicle repairs
• Authorize purchase of ballistic vests for the Police Department

The Beachwood City Council adopted several urgent measures, including a grant application for a Brownfield remediation project at 23456 Mercantile Road. An ordinance amending the Business Regulation and Building Codes was also approved. Multiple contract renewals for traffic signals, public safety vehicles, and police equipment were authorized.

• Approved grant application for Brownfield remediation at 23456 Mercantile Road (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Business Regulation and Building Codes (Ordinance 2025-47) (7-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with Signal Service Company for traffic signal inverter and battery backup (7-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with GPD Group for traffic engineering services (7-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with Hall Public Safety Co. for municipal vehicle repairs (7-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with T.A.C. Computer, Inc. for police CAD/RMS and mobile data terminals (7-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with Signal Service Company for traffic signal monitoring and maintenance (7-0)
• Approved purchase of ballistic vests from Atwell's Police and Fire Equipment (7-0)

City Council

Beachwood City Council will discuss rezoning two properties on Edgewood Drive and appropriations for the 2026 fiscal year. The body is also considering the dissolution of the Stormwater Commission and several professional service contracts.

• Rezoning of 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Drive from Single Family Residential to Public and Institutional District
• Appropriations for current expenditures for Fiscal Year 2026
• Ordinance to dissolve the City of Beachwood Stormwater Commission
• Contract renewal with Siemens Industry, Inc. for building automation systems support
• Contract with GPD Group for 2026 professional engineering services

The Beachwood City Council adopted the FY2026 appropriations ordinance and amended FY2025 appropriations, moving funds to the Blossom Street Fund. It repealed Chapter 171, dissolving the Stormwater Commission, and placed a rezoning of Edgewood Drive on the public‑hearing agenda. The council also authorized advertising for street‑stripping bids, confirmed two Architectural Review Board alternate appointments, and renewed the Siemens building‑automation contract, all by unanimous voice votes.

• Adopted FY2026 appropriations ordinance (2025-40) – vote 7-0
• Amended FY2025 appropriations and transferred funds to Blossom Street Fund (2025-44) – vote 7-0
• Repealed Chapter 171, dissolving Stormwater Commission (2025-45) – vote 7-0
• Placed rezoning of 2555 & 2561 Edgewood Drive on second reading, sent to public hearing (2025-32) – vote 7-0
• Authorized advertising for Street Stripping Program bids (motion) – vote 7-0
• Confirmed reappointment of Ronald Kluchin to Architectural Review Board (2025-64) – vote 7-0
• Confirmed reappointment of Paul Kowalczyk to Architectural Review Board (2025-65) – vote 7-0
• Authorized renewal of Siemens contract for building‑automation services (2025-67) – vote 7-0

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will vote on four applications: a pole-sign rebrand at a Shell station, a family-room addition and porch alterations on Penshurst Drive, a garage addition on Richmond Road, and a new single-family dwelling on Bryden Road. Each item may be approved, denied, or approved with comments.

• Pole sign rebrand at 26100 Chagrin Blvd., Shell Gas Station (ABR #25-48)
• Family room addition and porch alterations at 24735 Penshurst Drive (ABR #25-49)
• Garage addition at 2254 Richmond Road (ABR #25-50)
• New single-family dwelling at 25428 Bryden Road (ABR #25-51)

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved the refacing of a pole sign at 26100 Chagrin Blvd for Shell Gas Station. It also approved a family room addition and porch alterations at 24735 Penshurst Drive, with a note that all materials must match existing. A garage addition at 2254 Richmond Road was approved, as was a new single‑family dwelling at 25428 Bryden Road, subject to color requirements. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved refacing of existing pole sign at 26100 Chagrin Blvd (Shell Gas Station)
• Approved family room addition and porch alterations at 24735 Penshurst Drive (materials must match existing)
• Approved garage addition at 2254 Richmond Road
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 25428 Bryden Road (subject to color requirements)

Council Committee Meetings

The Finance and Insurance Committee will hear the Mayor’s Report, review the city’s 2026 budget proposal, and discuss recent financial indicators. The committee may also consider any additional matters brought up during the meeting.

• Mayor's Report
• 2026 Budget Discussion
• Discussion regarding Financial Indicators
• Any other matters coming before the Committee of the Whole

Mayor Berns presented the First CALL crisis assistance program and its inclusion in the 2026 budget. Finance Director Larry Heiser reviewed financial indicators and property tax information for the upcoming budget. The committee asked no further questions and took no formal action.

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider its consent agenda, including minutes, several ordinances and resolutions, and a motion to advertise for ready‑mix concrete bids. New business includes an ordinance to appropriate funds for the 2026 fiscal year, an ordinance to sell surplus public‑works and police property on GovDeals, and an ordinance to terminate a tax‑abatement agreement for 23865 Mercantile Road. Several resolutions will authorize contracts and purchases, such as legal services, recording equipment, computers, printing services, planning services, and six vehicles from Liberty Ford.

• Ordinance 2025-40: appropriations for current expenditures and other expenses for FY 2026 (urgent measure)
• Ordinance 2025-41: declare surplus property of Public Works and Police Departments for sale on GovDeals (urgent measure)
• Ordinance 2025-42: terminate the Community Reinvestment Area tax‑abatement agreement for 23865 Mercantile Road (urgent measure)
• Resolution 2025-58: engage Kutak Rock, LLP for special legal services (urgent measure)
• Resolution 2025-63: purchase six vehicles from Liberty Ford, approve trade‑in of existing vehicles, waive competitive bidding (urgent measure)

The Beachwood City Council adopted the FY2026 appropriation ordinance and declared surplus property for sale on GovDeals. It also terminated a tax‑abatement agreement for 23865 Mercantile Road. Multiple resolutions were adopted to engage legal, recording, printing, planning, and vehicle procurement services, each passing by voice vote.

• Adopted FY2026 appropriation ordinance (voice vote 7‑0, placed on first reading)
• Adopted ordinance to sell surplus Public Works and Police property on GovDeals (voice vote 7‑0)
• Adopted ordinance terminating CRA tax‑abatement agreement for 23865 Mercantile Road (voice vote 7‑0)
• Adopted resolution to engage Kutak Rock, LLP for special legal services (voice vote 7‑0)
• Adopted resolution to purchase Eventide NexLog 740 recording systems, waiving competitive bidding (voice vote 7‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Beachwood Buzz contract for writing and printing services (voice vote 7‑0)
• Adopted resolution to purchase six vehicles from Liberty Ford, approving trade‑in and waiving competitive bidding (voice vote 6‑1)
• Adopted motion authorizing the clerk to advertise bids for 2026 Ready Mix Concrete (voice vote 7‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road, changing the district from U‑1 Single Family Residential to U‑5 Public and Institutional. Several variance applications will also be reviewed, including hardscape and accessory structure variances for a property on Tunbridge Lane and a rear‑setback variance for a shed on Halburton Road. Additional items such as a lot split and indoor storage use request remain tabled.

• Rezoning 2555 Edgewood Rd and 2561 Edgewood Rd to U‑5 Public and Institutional (Ordinance 2025‑32)
• 799‑ft hardscape variance and pergola accessory structure variance at 24794 Tunbridge Ln (Item 2025‑43)
• 4‑ft rear‑setback variance for a shed at 23250 Halburton Rd (Item 2025‑44)
• Lot split plat and frontage variance request for 24400 Cedar Rd (Item 2025‑32, tabled)
• Indoor storage use determination request at 23533 Mercantile Rd (Item 2025‑34, tabled)

The commission approved the September 25 meeting minutes. It approved two variance requests: a 799‑sq‑ft hardscape and pergola variance for 24794 Tunbridge Lane (P&Z 2025‑43) and a 4‑ft rear‑setback variance for a shed at 23250 Halburton Road (P&Z 2025‑44). The rezoning application for 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road (P&Z 2025‑35) was denied and recommended to City Council. The pending item P&Z 2025‑40 was removed from the agenda at the applicant’s request.

• Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (yes votes: Mayor Berns, J. DeLong, J. Shoykhet, B. Zabell; abstain: A. Blue Donald)
• Approved P&Z 2025‑43 variance for 24794 Tunbridge Lane (all five members voted yes)
• Approved P&Z 2025‑44 variance for 23250 Halburton Road (all five members voted yes)
• Denied P&Z 2025‑35 rezoning of 2555 & 2561 Edgewood Road and recommended to City Council
• Removed P&Z 2025‑40 from the agenda per applicant request

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will review three plan submissions. The board is considering a residential addition and two different commercial sign projects.

• Owner's suite addition at 2797 Shakercrest Blvd
• Monument sign reface at King David Aquatic and Therapy Center (27300 Cedar Road)
• New post and panel ground sign at 26000 Village Lane

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved plans for an owner’s suite addition at 2797 Shakercrest Blvd. It also approved a monument sign reface at 27300 Cedar Road for the King David Aquatic and Therapy Center. Finally, the board approved a new post and panel ground sign at 26000 Village Lane for The Village Community Association.

• Approved addition of an owner’s suite at 2797 Shakercrest Blvd.
• Approved monument sign reface at 27300 Cedar Road for King David Aquatic and Therapy Center.
• Approved new post and panel ground sign at 26000 Village Lane for The Village Community Association.

City Council

The Finance and Insurance Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 budget. The meeting also includes a report from the Mayor.

• 2026 Budget Discussion

The Finance and Insurance Committee reviewed the high‑level overview of the proposed 2026 budget presented by Finance Director Larry Heiser and department heads. Committee members heard budget details for Fire/Rescue, Public Works (noting an approximate 2% increase), and Police. The committee entered Executive Session at 6:45 PM and adjourned it at 6:56 PM. No formal actions or approvals were recorded.

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will hold a public hearing on a tax-exempt loan for Fuchs Mizrachi School and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include rezoning a property at 24700 Chagrin Boulevard from general office to motor service district, amending recreation fee schedules, approving a deer management program, and authorizing purchases of a Bobcat compact track loader and Axon Taser 10 devices for police.

• Rezoning at 24700 Chagrin Boulevard from U-7A General Office to U-9 Motor Service District
• Resolution to contract with Precision Wildlife Management and White Buffalo for 2025-2026 deer management
• Resolution to purchase Axon Taser 10 devices for police department
• Ordinance amending fee schedule for Recreation and Community Services programs
• Resolution renewing health insurance contract with Medical Mutual of Ohio

The Beachwood City Council adopted multiple ordinances and resolutions by voice vote of 6‑0. Key actions included authorizing payment of professional service claims, rezoning a property on Chagrin Boulevard, amending the recreation fee schedule, and establishing financing for nonprofit projects. The council also approved a tax‑exempt loan for the Leonard and Susan Fuchs Mizrachi School, a deer‑management contract, a cybersecurity program, a health‑insurance contract renewal, and the purchase of Axon Taser 10 devices for the police department.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-35 authorizing payment of professional service claims (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-36 rezoning 24700 Chagrin Blvd from U‑7A to U‑9 (first reading, referred) (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-37 amending the recreation and community services fee schedule (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-38 establishing financing for nonprofit charitable projects (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-49 tax‑exempt loan for Leonard and Susan Fuchs Mizrachi School (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-50 deer‑management program contract waiver (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-55 purchase of Axon Taser 10 devices for the police department (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-52 renewal of Medical Mutual health‑insurance contract for city employees (voice vote 6‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a temporary amendment to waive the current lateral transfer hiring procedure for police patrol officers, following the memorandum dated August 11, 2025. It also unanimously voted to discontinue the existing entry‑level Police Officer Certified Eligibility List. The commission scheduled a meeting on September 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM to review proposed civil service rule changes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Waived current lateral police officer hire procedure, implementing temporary process (unanimous)
• Discontinued entry‑level Police Officer Certified Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Scheduled review of proposed civil service rule changes for Sep 30 2025 at 5:00 PM

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several variance requests for residential properties, a preliminary and final lot split plat for two commercial properties on Commerce Park Road, and tabled items including a lot split at The Hangar Club and a use determination for indoor storage on Mercantile Road.

• Ronald Kluchin requests 8' rear yard setback variance at 2797 Shakercrest Blvd
• Rebecca Fertel requests 5.40' rear yard setback variance at 23413 Greenlawn Avenue
• Marc R. Freedman requests 190.50' hardscape variance for paver walkway at 24803 Wimbledon Road
• Jill Brandt requests multiple variances (fence, hardscape, driveway) for 25405 Bryden Road
• Ron Flauto requests preliminary & final approval of lot split for 23600 & 23650 Commerce Park Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three rear‑yard setback variances, a hard‑scape variance, and a lot‑split plat. One fence and hard‑scape variance request was tabled. All approvals were adopted with every present member voting yes and none voting no or abstaining. The minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting were also approved.

• Approved P&Z 2025-36 rear‑yard 8‑ft setback variance (all five members voted yes)
• Approved P&Z 2025-37 rear‑yard 5.4‑ft setback variance (all five members voted yes)
• Approved P&Z 2025-39 hard‑scape variance of 190.5 sq ft (all five members voted yes)
• Tabled P&Z 2025-40 fence and hard‑scape variances (all five members voted yes)
• Approved P&Z 2025-41 lot split plat with frontage and parking setback variances (all five members voted yes)
• Approved minutes of the August 28, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting (all five members voted yes)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for a pergola and bathroom addition at 24794 Tunbridge Lane, a monument sign relocation at 3700 Park East Drive, and a new single-family dwelling at 2640 Brentwood Road. The board will vote on whether to approve or deny these requests.

• Review plans for new pergola and bathroom addition at 24794 Tunbridge Lane
• Review plans for relocating a monument sign at 3700 Park East Drive
• Review plans for a new single-family dwelling at 2640 Brentwood Road
• Architectural Board of Review meeting at Beachwood City Hall
• Board members include Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, and Ron Kluchin

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved the pergola and bathroom addition at 24794 Tunbridge Lane, the relocation of a monument sign at 3700 Park East Drive, and a new single‑family dwelling at 2640 Brentwood Road. Each applicant was present at the meeting and the board recorded an approval for each proposal.

• Approved pergola and bathroom addition at 24794 Tunbridge Lane (owner Kaufman)
• Approved relocation of existing monument sign to south end of 3700 Park East Drive (owner Bushwood Ltd)
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 2640 Brentwood Road (owner Giffin)

Council Committee Meetings

The Beachwood City Council Audit Committee will discuss the 2024 Audit Report and the 2025 Audit Plan. This meeting is focused on reviewing financial oversight matters for the city.

• Discussion regarding the 2024 Audit Report
• Discussion regarding the 2025 Audit Plan
• Committee may address any other matters

The Audit Committee reviewed the 2024 Audit Report presented by Audit Director Harvey Rose. The committee also heard a brief overview of the 2025 Audit Plan. No motions, votes, or other actions were taken.

City Council

The council will consider Ordinance 2025-32 to rezone 2555 Edgewood Drive and 2561 Edgewood Drive from U‑1 Single Family Residential to U‑5 Public and Institutional district. It will also vote on two forgivable loan agreements under the Beachwood Economic Impact Program with 911 Cellular, LLC and Surgical Theater, Inc. Additional actions include renaming City Park West to “Gorden Gateway Park,” purchasing a Pierce fire engine, and approving tax levy amounts for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Ordinance 2025-32: Rezoning 2555 Edgewood Drive and 2561 Edgewood Drive from U‑1 Single Family Residential to U‑5 Public and Institutional district.
• Ordinance 2025-33: Forgivable loan agreement with 911 Cellular, LLC under the Beachwood Economic Impact Program.
• Ordinance 2025-34: Forgivable loan agreement with Surgical Theater, Inc. under the Beachwood Economic Impact Program.
• Resolution 2025-43: Renaming City Park West as “Gorden Gateway Park.”
• Resolution 2025-48: Purchase of one Pierce fire engine from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program.

The council approved several ordinances, including a major amendment to the Planning and Zoning Code (Ordinance 2025-5) and updates to the amendment procedures and Building Code. It also moved forward a rezoning request for Edgewood Drive and authorized two economic‑impact forgivable loan agreements. Additional resolutions renamed City Park West, approved tax levies, and other operational items.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-5 amending Planning and Zoning Code (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-18 amending amendment procedures in Planning and Zoning Code (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-25 amending Building Code (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-32 rezoning Edgewood Drive to U‑5 Public and Institutional District (first reading, voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-33 forgivable loan agreement with 911 Cellular (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-34 forgivable loan agreement with Surgical Theater (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-43 renaming City Park West to “Gorden Gateway Park” (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-46 authorizing tax levies per Budget Commission (voice vote 6‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet in executive session to conduct interviews for Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic positions. The meeting also includes a period for any other matters brought before the commission.

• Interviews for Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic

The commission voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss personnel interviews, then voted unanimously to return to the record and later to adjourn the meeting. No other matters were considered.

• Entered executive session (3-0)
• Exited executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold an executive session to discuss interviews for an Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic position. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. at Fire Station #1.

• Executive session for Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic interviews
• Meeting location: Fire Station #1, 2655 Richmond Road
• Meeting date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The commission voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters. After the session, they voted unanimously to adjourn the executive session. Finally, the commission unanimously adjourned the regular meeting. No other matters were considered.

• Entered executive session (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned executive session (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous vote)

Council Committee Meetings

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss proposed amendments to the city's planning, zoning, and building codes. The meeting includes a Mayor's report and an executive session.

• Discussion of Ordinance No 2025-5 regarding Planning and Zoning Code changes
• Discussion of Ordinance No 2025-25 regarding Building Code changes

The committee voted 6‑0 to enter an executive session and later 6‑0 to adjourn it. It reached consensus to propose a 7,000‑square‑foot limit on home size in Ordinance No 2025‑5. The clerk was instructed to add updated code sections and correct a clerical error in Chapters 1155.02 and 1155.03 for the final ordinance.

• Approved entry into Executive Session (6‑0)
• Approved adjournment of Executive Session (6‑0)
• Consensus to propose 7,000‑sq‑ft home size limit in Ordinance No 2025‑5
• Directed clerk to add updated code sections to final Ordinance
• Directed clerk to correct clerical error in Chapters 1155.02 and 1155.03

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) Innovation Committee

The Beachwood Community Improvement Corporation will meet to approve prior minutes, review loan recommendations, and discuss economic development action plans. The agenda includes updates from the Loan Review Committee and the Innovation Committee.

• Approval of February 7, 2025 CIC minutes
• Loan Review Committee recommendations
• Economic Development Action Plan recommendations
• Loan Review Committee updates
• Innovation Committee considerations

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board reviewed two sign projects. The contractor for new tenant wall signage at 2101 Richmond Road was approved with comments. The contractor for two ground sign panel replacements at 26000 Shaker Blvd was also approved with comments. Board members present were Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, and Ron Kluchin.

• Approval with comments for new tenant wall signage at 2101 Richmond Road
• Approval with comments for two ground sign panel replacements at 26000 Shaker Blvd

The Architectural Board of Review approved plans for new tenant wall signage at 2101 Richmond Road, submitted by Brookfield Properties. The board also approved plans for two ground sign panel replacements at 26000 Shaker Blvd, submitted by Congregation Mishkan OR. No other actions were taken.

• Approved new tenant wall signage at 2101 Richmond Road (owner Brookfield Properties)
• Approved two ground sign panel replacements at 26000 Shaker Blvd (owner Congregation Mishkan OR)

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will hold a public hearing on two zoning ordinances and vote on the 2025 budget, a concrete patch program change order, and the Richmond/Chagrin I271 Bridge design services contract.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-5 and Ordinance No. 2025-18 (zoning code amendments)
• Ordinance No. 2025-29: Amending appropriations for the 2025 fiscal year
• Resolution No. 2025-41: Awarding design services for the Richmond/Chagrin I271 Bridge Project
• Resolution No. 2025-42: Accepting a bid for the City Hall Glazing and Replacement Project
• Resolution No. 2025-40: Authorizing Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Concrete Patch Program

The council approved several urgent measures by voice vote, each receiving unanimous support (6‑0). Ordinance 2025‑28 authorizes payment of professional service claims, Ordinance 2025‑29 amends appropriations for current expenditures, and Ordinance 2025‑30 levies special assessments to fund nuisance abatement. Resolutions 2025‑34, 2025‑40, 2025‑41, and 2025‑42 were also adopted unanimously. Public hearings were held for zoning code amendments but no vote was recorded.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑28 authorizing payment of professional service claims (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑29 amending appropriations for current expenditures (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑30 levying special assessments for nuisance abatement (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑34 accepting variance recommendation for 23250 Chagrin Blvd (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑40 authorizing Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Concrete Patch Program (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑41 awarding RFQ for design services for Richmond/Chagrin I‑271 Bridge to Osborn Engineering (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑42 accepting bid from Pioneer Cladding & Glazing for City Hall glazing project (voice vote 6‑0)
• Held public hearings for Ordinance 2025‑5 and Ordinance 2025‑18 (no remarks, no vote recorded)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will consider five items: a lot split and frontage variance for The Hangar Club at 24400 Cedar Road; a fence variance at 2664 Brentwood Road; a determination for indoor storage use at 23533 Mercantile Road; preliminary and final site plan approval for an addition at The Goddard School; and a tabled variance for a deck at 2355 Beachwood Blvd.

• Lot split plat and frontage variance for PPN 741-12-001 (The Hangar Club) at 24400 Cedar Road
• Variance to permit a solid vinyl fence at 2664 Brentwood Road
• Determination of indoor storage as similar use in U-8 District at 23533 Mercantile Road
• Preliminary and final site plan approval for an addition at The Goddard School, 3875 South Green Road
• Tabled variance for a deck setback and hardscape at 2355 Beachwood Blvd

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the July 31 minutes and approved several items while tabling others. A variance was approved permitting a six‑foot solid vinyl fence at 2664 Brentwood Road. The commission also approved a site‑plan addition for The Goddard School and removed a rear‑yard variance from the agenda because it was no longer needed.

• Approved minutes from July 31, 2025 meeting
• Tabled lot split and frontage variance for The Hangar Club (P&Z 2025-32) until Sep 25, 2025
• Approved fence variance (P&Z 2025-33) permitting 6‑ft solid vinyl fence at 2664 Brentwood Road
• Tabled indoor storage use request (P&Z 2025-34) at 23533 Mercantile Road until Sep 25, 2025
• Approved site‑plan addition for The Goddard School (P&Z 2025-38) at 3875 South Green Road, subject to stipulations
• Removed variance request (P&Z 2025-31) for 2355 Beachwood Blvd from agenda
• Adjourned meeting at 6:52 PM

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) Innovation Committee

The Innovation Committee will consider updates to the Economic Development Action Plan, review the marketing portfolio and site opportunities, and discuss targeted marketing opportunities. The meeting also includes routine business such as roll call, approval of prior minutes, and the addition of a new committee member. The committee will outline next steps and address any additional items before adjourning.

• Economic Development Action Plan updates
• Marketing portfolio and site opportunities
• Targeted marketing opportunities
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024 and February 13, 2025
• Addition of a new committee member

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for a new single-family dwelling, a school addition, and a tenant sign at a local martial arts studio. Three items are listed for approval with comments.

• New single-family dwelling at 2546 Larchmont Road
• Single-story addition at 3875 South Green Road (The Goddard School)
• New tenant signage at 24000 Mercantile Road (Burning River Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu)

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved three applications: a new single‑family dwelling at 2546 Larchmont Road with a note to review color changes, a single‑story addition at 3875 South Green Road for the Goddard School, and new tenant signage on an existing awning at 24000 Mercantile Road, Suite 9. No votes or dissent were recorded.

• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 2546 Larchmont Road (note: see drawings for color changes)
• Approved single‑story addition at 3875 South Green Road for the Goddard School
• Approved new tenant signage on existing awning sign panel at 24000 Mercantile Road, Suite 9

Civil Service Commission

The Beachwood Civil Service Commission will discuss and vote on a temporary amendment to the lateral transfer process for police officer positions. It will also discuss and vote on the status of the entry‑level police officer eligibility list. The agenda includes a slot for any other matters before the commission.

• Temporary amendment to lateral transfer process for police officer positions (discussion and vote)
• Entry‑level police officer eligibility list status (discussion and vote)
• Any other matters coming before the Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission voted unanimously to waive the existing lateral transfer hiring procedure for police patrol officers and adopt the temporary process outlined in the August 11 memorandum. It also voted unanimously to discontinue the current entry‑level Police Patrol Officer eligibility list. The commission set a meeting for September 30, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. to review proposed civil service rule changes. No other actions were taken.

• Waived current lateral police officer hire procedure and adopted temporary process (Yes: D. Barnholtz, C. Flanagan, L. Gordon; No: none)
• Discontinued entry‑level Police Patrol Officer eligibility list (Yes: D. Barnholtz, C. Flanagan, L. Gordon; No: none)
• Scheduled review of proposed civil service rules for Sep 30, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (no vote recorded)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) Loan Review Committee

The committee will review updates on the Commercial Office Building Revitalization Program and consider recommendations for applicant approvals. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and allows for additional items. No specific applicants or funding amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 31, 2025 meeting
• Commercial Office Building Revitalization Program update
• Recommendations for approval of applicants (details not provided in agenda)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider three plan submissions: a one‑story rear addition at 23312 Fernwood Drive and two new single‑family dwellings at 2605 and 2568 Brentwood Road. Each item is listed with its ABR number (25‑34, 25‑35, 25‑36) and the owners/contractors will be present to discuss the plans.

• ABR #25-34 – one‑story rear addition at 23312 Fernwood Drive (owner Liberman/Brown)
• ABR #25-35 – new single‑family dwelling at 2605 Brentwood Road (owner Build CLE)
• ABR #25-36 – new single‑family dwelling at 2568 Brentwood Road (owner Build CLE)

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved plans for a one‑story rear addition at 23312 Fernwood Drive. It also approved new single‑family dwellings at 2605 Brentwood Road and 2568 Brentwood Road. All approvals were recorded without vote tallies.

• Approved rear addition at 23312 Fernwood Drive
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 2605 Brentwood Road
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 2568 Brentwood Road

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider several urgent measures, including an ordinance to pay professional service claims and a resolution to approve a change order for the Timberlane/Green sanitary relief sewer Phase II water main replacement. The council will also act on a variance recommendation for 23250 Chagrin Boulevard and confirm the appointment of Dr. Chelton C. Flanagan to the Civil Service Commission. A deer‑management update will be presented.

• Ordinance 2025-26: authorize payment of certain professional service claims (urgent)
• Ordinance 2025-34: accept Planning and Zoning Commission variance for 23250 Chagrin Boulevard (urgent)
• Ordinance 2025-27: confirm appointment of Dr. Chelton C. Flanagan to Civil Service Commission (urgent)
• Resolution 2025-38: authorize Change Order #1 for Timberlane/Green Sanitary Relief Sewer Phase II project, waive competitive bidding (urgent)
• Deer Management Update presented by City Administrator Tina Turick

The City Council adopted a resolution authorizing Change Order No. 1 for the Timberlane/Green Sanitary Relief Sewer Phase II project, allowing a $470,089.52 water‑main replacement and waiving competitive bidding. Council also confirmed Dr. Chelton C. Flanagan’s appointment to the Civil Service Commission, approved an ordinance directing payment of professional service claims, and accepted the Planning and Zoning Commission’s variance recommendation for 23250 Chagrin Boulevard.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 for water‑main replacement ($470,089.52) – adopted (7‑0 voice vote)
• Confirmed appointment of Dr. Chelton C. Flanagan to the Civil Service Commission – adopted (7‑0 voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑26 authorizing payment of professional service claims – adopted (7‑0 voice vote)
• Accepted Planning and Zoning Commission variance recommendation for 23250 Chagrin Boulevard – adopted (7‑0 voice vote)
• Approved minutes from prior meetings (consent agenda) – adopted

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to operate an adult day center at 24000 Mercantile Road, Suite 16, and an appeal of a building commissioner decision regarding indoor storage at 23533 Mercantile Road. Multiple setback and fence variances for residential properties on Fernwood Drive, Shaker Boulevard, Brentwood Road, Cedar Road, and Beachwood Boulevard are also on the agenda. The meeting includes approval of minutes and citizen remarks.

• Adult day center application (PZC 2025-24) at 24000 Mercantile Road, Suite 16
• Appeal of building commissioner decision (PZC 2025-26) for indoor storage at 23533 Mercantile Road
• Setback variances for addition (PZC 2025-27) at 23312 Fernwood Drive: 5' rear, 7.30' side
• Fence variance (PZC 2025-28) at 24795 Shaker Blvd.: 8' right-of-way variance
• New home construction variances (PZC 2025-29) at 2640 Brentwood Road: rear and side yard setbacks

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a six‑month permit extension for a temporary sign at 25701 Science Park Drive. It also approved an adult day center at 24000 Mercantile Road, Suite 16, contingent on compliance with BCO Section 1155.03. The board granted several zoning variances—including rear‑yard, side‑yard, and fence setbacks—at properties on Fernwood Drive, Shaker Blvd., Brentwood Road, and Cedar Road, upheld a building‑commissioner decision on an indoor‑storage request, and tabled a deck variance request at 2355 Beachwood Blvd.

• Approved six‑month permit extension for temporary sign at 25701 Science Park Drive (P&Z 2025‑23)
• Approved adult day center at 24000 Mercantile Road, Suite 16, subject to BCO 1155.03 compliance (P&Z 2025‑24)
• Upheld Building Commissioner decision on indoor storage request at 23533 Mercantile Road (P&Z 2025‑26)
• Approved rear‑yard (5 ft) and side‑yard (7.3 ft) variances for 23312 Fernwood Drive (P&Z 2025‑27)
• Approved 8 ft right‑of‑way fence variance for 24795 Shaker Blvd. (P&Z 2025‑28)
• Approved rear‑yard (4.1 ft) and side‑yard (4 ft & 3.4 ft) variances for 2640 Brentwood Road (P&Z 2025‑29)
• Approved 8 ft right‑of‑way fence variance and 6 ft solid fence height for 23404 Cedar Road (P&Z 2025‑30)
• Tabled rear‑yard and hardscape variance request for 2355 Beachwood Blvd. (P&Z 2025‑31)

Council Committee Meetings

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will hear a Mayor's report and may enter an executive session.

The Committee of the Whole voted 7‑0 to commence an Executive Session to consult the City Attorney about a potential court action. The session was adjourned later with a 6‑0 vote. No other matters were considered.

• Entered Executive Session (7-0)
• Adjourned Executive Session (6-0)

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will meet to consider revised plans for a commercial sign and a residential garage addition. The board will determine if these projects meet city architectural standards.

• Revised plans for a new wall sign at 23245 Mercantile Road, Suite B (Kabb Law Firm)
• Plans for a garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved the revised plans for a new wall sign at 23245 Mercantile Road, Suite C for the Kabb Law Firm. The board also approved the garage addition plans for 25161 Cardington Drive submitted by homeowner Ansh​el Epstein. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved revised wall sign plans at 23245 Mercantile Rd, Suite C
• Approved garage addition plans at 25161 Cardington Dr

Council Committee Meetings

The Beachwood City Council Economic Development Committee will hold a meeting on July 14, 2025, to receive a report from the mayor and discuss economic development updates. The session is scheduled for 6:00 PM at Beachwood City Hall.

• Mayor's Report
• Economic Development Update
• Any other matters coming before the Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee voted to enter Executive Session (3-0) and later to adjourn it (3-0). No other matters were discussed or decided.

• Entered Executive Session (3-0)
• Adjourned Executive Session (3-0)

City Council

Beachwood City Council will vote on the final reading of three zoning ordinances and discuss amendments to the Planning and Zoning and Building codes. The body is also reviewing bids for city hall windows and aquatic center equipment, as well as road resurfacing and sewer maintenance.

• Rezoning 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Drive from Single Family Residential to Public and Institutional District
• Rezoning 3663 Park East Drive to Motor Service District
• Bids for City Hall Window Replacement Project and two hot water tanks for Beachwood Family Aquatic Center
• Selection of Osborn Engineering for the Chagrin Boulevard Resurfacing Project
• Purchase of a Harben Sewer Jet for the Public Works Department

Council Committee Meetings

This is a procedural meeting of the Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes only the Mayor's Report, an Executive Session, and any other matters that may come before the committee. No specific legislation, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• No substantive items on the agenda—only mayor's report and executive session

The council voted unanimously to convene an executive session to discuss an imminent court action. The session opened at 5:32 p.m. and was adjourned at 6:25 p.m. after a second unanimous vote. No other matters were considered.

• Enter executive session on imminent court action – approved 7-0
• Adjourn executive session – approved 7-0

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for new wall signs at 26300 Cedar Road and 23949 Chagrin Boulevard, as well as a rear addition at 2450 Brian Drive. Three items are listed with approval statuses of Not Approved, Approved, or Approved with Comments.

• Review of new wall sign plans at 26300 Cedar Road (Zara)
• Review of new wall sign plans at 23949 Chagrin Boulevard (Spirit Halloween)
• Review of one-story rear addition plans at 2450 Brian Drive
• Architectural Board of Review meeting at Beachwood City Hall
• ABR members include Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, and Mary Ann Pellerano

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved plans for a new wall sign at 26300 Cedar Road, a one‑story rear addition at 2450 Brian Drive, and a new wall sign at 23949 Chagrin Blvd. No vote tallies were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 4:45 PM.

• Approved new wall sign at 26300 Cedar Road
• Approved one‑story rear addition at 2450 Brian Drive
• Approved new wall sign at 23949 Chagrin Blvd

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request for preliminary and final site plan approval for an accessory structure at 3875 South Green Road, The Goddard School. The meeting includes roll call, a council report, and citizen remarks.

• Brian Intihar requests preliminary and final site plan approval for an accessory structure at 3875 South Green Road (The Goddard School)

The Special Planning and Zoning Commission voted to approve both preliminary and final site plan approval for an accessory pavilion requested by Brian Intihar at 3875 South Green Road, The Goddard School. The motion was moved by R. Hecht, seconded by J. Shoykhet, and received unanimous support from all five members present. No objections or abstentions were recorded.

• Approved preliminary and final site plan for accessory structure at 3875 South Green Road (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on an amendment to the zoning code's amendment procedures (Ordinance 2025-18) and three variance requests: a hardscape and setback variance for a shed at 23818 East Baintree Road, a hardscape variance at 2664 Brentwood Road, and a combined unit variance at 23250 Chagrin Blvd. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and citizen remarks.

• Ordinance 2025-18 amending Codified Ordinance Section 1107.01 (Amendment Procedures)
• Bassam Ramadan: variance for shed at 23818 East Baintree Road (559' hardscape, 2' side/2' rear setbacks)
• James Martin: 773' total lot hardscape variance at 2664 Brentwood Road
• James B. Heller: combined unit variance at 23250 Chagrin Blvd (minimum dwelling unit area)

The Beachwood Planning & Zoning Commission approved three variance requests and a city code amendment. It denied one hardscape variance request. The commission also approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved P&Z 2025-22 variance for 83% studio/1‑bed units at 23250 Chagrin Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved P&Z 2025-19 hardscape and setback variances for 23818 East Baintree Rd (unanimous)
• Approved P&Z 2025-18 amendment to Codified Ordinance Section 1107.01 (unanimous)
• Denied P&Z 2025-20 hardscape variance for 2664 Brentwood Rd (all members voted no)
• Approved minutes of the May 8, 2025 joint meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the May 29, 2025 meeting (majority yes, two abstentions)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for a garage addition, a new single-family dwelling, and a front addition. The board will review the status of three specific projects and adjourn after the session.

• Garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive
• New single-family dwelling at 26117 North Woodland Road
• Front addition at 23752 Wendover Drive
• Meeting at Beachwood City Hall, Conference Room B
• Board members: Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, Ron Kluchin

The Architectural Board approved the plans for a new single‑family dwelling at 26117 North Woodland Road. It also approved a front addition at 23752 Wendover Drive. The garage addition request for 25161 Cardington Drive was tabled, and the applicant was instructed to submit renderings, colors, and material samples.

• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 26117 North Woodland Road
• Approved front addition at 23752 Wendover Drive
• Tabled garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive; applicant must submit renderings, colors, samples

Council Committee Meetings

The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting on June 16, 2025. The agenda consists of a Mayor's Report, an Executive Session, and any other matters. No specific legislative items or public hearings are listed.

• Agenda includes a Mayor's Report and an Executive Session

The council approved a motion to begin an Executive Session with a 5‑0 vote. Later, they approved a motion to end the Executive Session with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned to the next regular council meeting.

• Entered Executive Session (5-0)
• Adjourned Executive Session (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (no vote recorded)

City Council

City Council will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning requests for Edgewood Drive and Park East Drive, as well as an amendment to the Planning and Zoning Code. The body will also consider the 2025 Administrative Salary Ordinance and the 2025 Alternative Tax Budget for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Drive to U-5 Public and Institutional District
• Public hearing: Rezoning 3663 Park East Drive to U-9 Motor Service District
• Ordinance 2025-20: Adopting the 2025 Administrative Salary Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-32: Adopting the 2025 Alternative Tax Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Ordinance 2025-23: Temporary variance to add one Dispatcher position to the Police Department

The Beachwood City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the 2025 Alternative Tax Budget, an administrative salary ordinance, and a solid waste management plan. It also adopted contracts for dedicated internet service, inflatable equipment for the fall festival, and vehicle bodywork services. All actions were taken by voice vote, with one resolution passing 5‑2 and the rest unanimous.

• Approved 2025 Alternative Tax Budget (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-20 Administrative Salary Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-15 Use of Public Ways by Service Providers (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-23 Temporary police dispatcher variance (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-31 Adopt Solid Waste Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-29 Charter Communications internet contract ($700/month) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-30 SuperGames inflatable rental for Fall Festival (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-33 Vehicle Bodywork contract with Excalibur Auto Body (7-0)

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will meet to review plans for two commercial signs and two residential garage projects. The board will decide whether to approve, not approve, or approve with comments each submission.

• New wall sign at 23245 Mercantile Road, Suite B (Kabb Law Firm)
• New ground sign at 23550 Commerce Park Road (Millennium)
• Detached garage at 23784 East Groveland Road
• Garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive

The Architectural Board approved the wall sign plan for 23245 Mercantile Road, Suite B (Kabb Law Firm) and the ground sign plan for 23550 Commerce Park Road (Millennium). It also approved the detached garage plan for 23784 East Groveland Road (Eliason) with a rear setback requirement of five feet. The garage addition request for 25161 Cardington Drive (Epstein) was tabled.

• Approved wall sign at 23245 MERCANTILE ROAD, SUITE B
• Approved ground sign at 23550 COMMERCE PARK ROAD
• Approved detached garage at 23784 EAST GROVELAND ROAD with rear setback of 5 ft
• Tabled garage addition at 25161 CARDINGTON DRIVE

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will review three requests for hardscape and setback variances for residential driveways and garage additions. The meeting also includes the approval of prior minutes and a report from City Council.

• Approval of April 24, 2025, minutes
• Hardscape variance for driveway pad at 25300 Shaker Blvd.
• Hardscape variance for driveway widening at 2387 South Green Road
• Setback variance for garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive
• Tabled item: preliminary site plan for apartment building at 23250 Chagrin Blvd.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a preliminary site development plan for two new apartment buildings costing about $25 million, with several stipulations. It also approved hard‑scape variances for properties on Shaker Blvd., Cardington Drive, and Hurlingham Road, while denying a variance request on South Green Road. Additionally, the commission advanced a recommendation to amend the city’s zoning code by deleting the residential maximum floor‑area cap.

• Approved preliminary site plan for two apartment buildings ($25 M) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Approved 601 sq ft hardscape variance at 25300 Shaker Blvd. – unanimous (5‑0)
• Denied 407 sq ft front‑yard and 188 sq ft total lot hardscape variances at 2387 South Green Road – unanimous (0‑5)
• Approved 25 ft rear‑yard setback variance at 25161 Cardington Drive – 4‑1
• Approved hardscape variance at 25741 Hurlingham Road (875 sq ft) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Took P&Z 2024-48 from the table and approved it with stipulations – unanimous (5‑0)
• Took P&Z 2025-11 from the table and approved it – unanimous (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation to amend zoning code, deleting Section 1113.09(c) – unanimous (5‑0)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will decide on three items: a new tenant wall sign for Statement Nail & Wax Lounge at 3365 Richmond Road, a screen porch addition at 25930 Annesley Road, and a new single-family dwelling at 24715 Greenwich Lane. Each may be approved, not approved, or approved with comments.

• New tenant wall sign at 3365 Richmond Road, Suite 120 for Statement Nail & Wax Lounge (owner Equity Beachwood Limited, contractor Brilliant Electric Sign Co.)
• Screen porch addition at 25930 Annesley Road (owner Hoffer, contractor The House Surgeon)
• New single-family dwelling at 24715 Greenwich Lane (owner Build CLE, contractor Homes On Demand/Build CLE)

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved three applications. A new tenant wall sign for Statement Nail & Wax Lounge at 3365 Richmond Road, Suite 120 was approved (vote 25‑23) with a note to correct the suite number. A screen porch addition at 25930 Annesley Road was approved (vote 25‑24). A new single‑family dwelling at 24715 Greenwich Lane was approved (vote 25‑28).

• Approved new tenant wall sign at 3365 Richmond Rd, Suite 120 (vote 25‑23)
• Approved screen porch addition at 25930 Annesley Rd (vote 25‑24)
• Approved new single‑family dwelling at 24715 Greenwich Ln (vote 25‑28)

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider several urgent measures, including adopting a new administrative salary ordinance and amending appropriations. It will also vote on two resolutions to accept bids: one from Cargill, Inc. for untreated rock salt for snow and ice removal, and another from Tri‑Mor Corporation for the 2025 road program.

• Ordinance 2025-20: adopt 2025 Administrative Salary Ordinance (urgent)
• Ordinance 2025-21: amend appropriations for FY 2025 (urgent)
• Resolution 2025-27: accept Cargill bid for untreated rock salt for 2025‑2026 winter season (urgent)
• Resolution 2025-28: accept Tri‑Mor bid for 2025 Road Program (urgent)
• Ordinance 2025-19: authorize payment of certain professional service claims (urgent)

The council approved Ordinance 2025‑21, amending appropriations for current expenditures for fiscal year 2025. It also adopted resolutions accepting bids for rock‑salt from Cargill, Inc. and for the 2025 road program from Tri‑Mor Corporation. Additional actions included adopting Ordinance 2025‑17 to amend City Hall facility use rules and excusing Councilwoman Danielle Shoykhet’s May 5 absence.

• Ordinance 2025‑21 Amending Appropriations for FY 2025 adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Resolution 2025‑27 Accepting Cargill rock‑salt bid adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Resolution 2025‑28 Accepting Tri‑Mor road program bid adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Ordinance 2025‑17 Amending City Hall Facilities use adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Resolution 2025‑26 Excusing Councilwoman Shoykhet’s May 5 absence adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Ordinance 2025‑19 Authorizing payment of professional service claims adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Ordinance 2025‑15 Enacting New Chapter 901 on public ways adopted (voice vote 7‑0)
• Ordinance 2025‑17 Amending Chapter 927 on City Hall facilities adopted (voice vote 7‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will hold a joint meeting to discuss Ordinance No. 2025-5. This ordinance proposes amendments to various sections of the City of Beachwood Planning and Zoning Code to improve clarity and land use controls.

• Discussion of Ordinance No. 2025-5 regarding Planning and Zoning Code amendments

The joint meeting noted that Ordinance No. 2025-5, amending sections of the Beachwood Planning and Zoning Code, was placed on first reading and referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission on February 3, 2025, and that the Commission had tabled the item on April 24, 2025. No vote was taken at this meeting. Chairman Zabell said the item will be addressed at the next Commission meeting, with a likely recommendation back to Council for all changes except the maximum house size amendment.

• Ordinance No. 2025-5 remains tabled by Planning and Zoning Commission (no vote recorded)

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider six residential addition proposals. Each proposal includes a planned addition to a single‑family home and will be approved, some with comments. The board members listed are Brian Roenigk, George Smerigan, and Mary Ann Pellerano.

• Addition at 2802 Shakercrest Blvd – approved with comments
• Sunroom addition at 25422 Bryden Road – approved with comments
• Family room addition at 2146 Fenway Drive – approved with comments
• Garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive – approved with comments
• First‑floor rear addition at 2409 Beachwood Blvd – approved with comments

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review approved six construction addition applications and tabled one garage addition request. Approvals covered projects at 2802 Shakercrest Blvd., 25422 Bryden Road, 2146 Fenway Drive, 2409 Beachwood Blvd., and 2490 Blossom Lane. The garage addition at 25161 Cardington Drive was tabled pending a rear‑yard setback variance.

• Approved 2802 Shakercrest Blvd. addition (28-17)
• Approved 25422 Bryden Road sunroom addition (25-18)
• Approved 2146 Fenway Drive family room addition (25-19)
• Tabled 25161 Cardington Drive garage addition (25-20) – rear yard setback variance required
• Approved 2409 Beachwood Blvd. first‑floor rear addition (25-21)
• Approved 2490 Blossom Lane second‑floor front addition (25-22)

City Council

Beachwood City Council will vote on a final reading for a rezoning request on South Green Road. The body is also considering new ordinances regarding the use of public ways by service providers and City Hall facilities.

• Ordinance 2024-81: Rezoning 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from U-1 Single Family Residential to U-5 Public and Institutional District
• Ordinance 2025-15: New Chapter 901 regarding Use of Public Ways by Service Providers
• Ordinance 2025-17: Amending Chapter 927 regarding Use of City Hall Facilities
• Ordinance 2025-18: Amending Planning and Zoning Code Section 1107.01 regarding Amendment Procedures
• Motions to advertise for bids for the 2025 Concrete Patch Program and RFQs for the I-271 Bridge Project

The council adopted Ordinance 2024-81, changing the zoning of 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from U‑1 Single Family Residential to U‑5 Public and Institutional (voice vote 6‑0). Several other ordinances and motions were also adopted, including payment of professional service claims, updates to public‑ways use, City Hall facility use, amendment procedures, and advertising for the Concrete Patch Program and I‑271 Bridge Project. The minutes of the April 21, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-81 rezoning two South Green Road parcels to U‑5 (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-15 enacting New Chapter 901 on use of public ways (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-16 authorizing payment of professional service claims (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-17 amending Chapter 927 on use of City Hall facilities (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-18 amending Section 1107.01 amendment procedures (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted motion to advertise for the 2025 Concrete Patch Program (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adopted motion to advertise for Request for Qualifications for the I‑271 Bridge Project (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved minutes of the April 21, 2025 council meeting (consent agenda)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will review a proposed amendment to the city’s planning and zoning code (Ordinance No. 2025-5). It will also consider several variance requests for residential properties, including yard setbacks and hardscape allowances. Tabled items include a review of commission procedural rules and a preliminary site plan for a residential apartment building at 23250 Chagrin Blvd.

• Ordinance 2025-5: amendment of various sections of the Planning and Zoning Code (item 13)
• Revised final site plan approval for dumpster enclosure at 25501 Bryden Road (item 6)
• Final site plan approval for warehouse addition, dumpster pad, and compressor pad at 23800 Mercantile Road (item 7)
• Multiple yard and hardscape variances for new home construction at 2549 Larchmont Drive (item 8)
• 15‑foot rear yard setback variance for an addition at 2472 Brentwood Road (item 9)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several site‑plan revisions and variances, including a dumpster enclosure at 25501 Bryden Road and a warehouse addition at 23800 Mercantile Road. It also approved multiple yard and hardscape variances for a new home at 2549 Larchmont Drive, as well as a rear‑yard setback variance at 2472 Brentwood Road. A hardscape variance for a pool at 25741 Hurlingham Road was tabled, and the commission approved the updated Rules of Procedure.

• Approved minutes of the March 27, 2025 meeting
• Approved minutes of the April 10, 2025 special meeting
• Approved P&Z 2024-2(B) dumpster enclosure site‑plan revision
• Approved P&Z 2024-13(A) warehouse addition site‑plan
• Approved P&Z 2025-8 yard and hardscape variances for 2549 Larchmont Drive
• Approved P&Z 2025-9 rear‑yard setback variance for 2472 Brentwood Road
• Tabled P&Z 2025-11 hardscape variance for 25741 Hurlingham Road
• Approved P&Z 2024-40 updated Rules of Procedure

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will meet to consider plans for new signage at 27100 Cedar Road. The request is submitted by Wigg Realty LLC.

• Review of signage plans for 27100 Cedar Road (ABR #25-13)

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review met on April 21, 2025. The board reviewed plans for new signage at 27100 Cedar Road for King David Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation, represented by Jason Black of Wigg Realty LLC. The board approved the signage plans. No vote tally was recorded.

• Approved new signage at 27100 Cedar Road for King David Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-81 to rezone 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from single-family residential to public and institutional district. Other actions include third reading of a Chagrin Boulevard rezoning to multi-family, second readings of a Park East Drive motor-service rezoning and a zoning code amendment, and first reading of a new chapter regulating use of public ways by service providers. The consent agenda covers minutes approval, payment of claims, and a motion to advertise for design services for the Chagrin Boulevard Resurfacing Project.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-81: rezoning 2509 and 2515 South Green Road to U-5 Public and Institutional District
• Third reading of Ordinance 2024-82: rezoning 23250 Chagrin Boulevard to U-3C Planned Multi Family Residential District
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-12: rezoning 3663 Park East Drive to U-9 Motor Service District
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-13: amending zoning code Section 1111.02(M)(2) on classification of uses
• Motion to advertise for RFQ for design services for Chagrin Boulevard Resurfacing Project

The City Council adopted the rezoning of 23250 Chagrin Boulevard from an office district to a planned multi‑family residential district, including a 10‑foot height variance, by voice vote 6‑0. The Council also authorized the clerk to advertise a Request for Qualifications for design services on the Chagrin Boulevard resurfacing project (voice vote 6‑0). Additional ordinances were placed on various readings and referred to public hearings, and the meeting minutes were approved.

• Adopted rezoning of 23250 Chagrin Blvd to U‑3C (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved 10‑foot height variance for 23250 Chagrin Blvd (voice vote 6‑0)
• Authorized RFQ advertisement for Chagrin Blvd resurfacing design services (voice vote 6‑0)
• Placed Ordinance 2025‑12 (rezoning 3663 Park East Drive) on second reading and referred to public hearing (voice vote 6‑0)
• Placed Ordinance 2025‑13 (amendment to zoning code) on second reading and referred to public hearing (voice vote 6‑0)
• Placed Ordinance 2025‑15 (new Chapter 901 on public ways) on first reading (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 7, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Adopted motion to advertise RFQ for Chagrin Blvd resurfacing project (voice vote 6‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two new business items: a rezoning of 3663 Park East Drive from U-4C to U-9 Motor Service District (Ordinance 2025-12) and an amendment to the zoning code's Classification of Uses section (Ordinance 2025-13). Two tabled items are also up for review: the Commission's Rules of Procedure and a preliminary site plan for a new apartment building at 23250 Chagrin Blvd.

• Rezoning 3663 Park East Drive from U-4C to U-9 Motor Service District (Ordinance 2025-12)
• Amendment to Codified Ordinance Section 1111.02(M)(2) – Classification of Uses (Ordinance 2025-13)
• Review and possible vote on tabled Rules of Procedure for the Commission
• Preliminary site plan for new residential apartment building at 23250 Chagrin Blvd. (tabled since 1/30/2025)

The Beachwood Planning & Zoning Commission approved the rezoning of 3663 Park East Drive from a U‑4C Integrated Mixed‑Use district to a U‑9 Motor Service District and recommended the change to City Council. The commission also approved an amendment to the City’s Planning and Zoning Code (Section 1111.02(M)(2)) to permit the auto dealership and recommended it to Council. Both motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved rezoning of 3663 Park East Drive to U‑9 Motor Service District, recommended to Council (unanimous yes)
• Approved amendment to Planning and Zoning Code Section 1111.02(M)(2), recommended to Council (unanimous yes)

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will consider a revised plan for a new single-family dwelling at 2530 Blossom Lane and a new tenant wall sign for Shonnie's Bakery at 3365 Richmond Road, Suite 130. Both items are listed with approval options.

• Revised plans for new single-family dwelling at PPN 741-16-069, 2530 Blossom Lane (owner Henfield)
• New tenant wall sign at 3365 Richmond Road, Suite 130, for Shonnie's Bakery (owner Equity Beachwood Ltd)
• Applicant David Schelhorn and contractor Mark Bailin will attend

The Architectural Board of Review approved the revised plans for a new single‑family dwelling at 2530 Blossom Lane (owner Henfield). The board also approved the plans for a new tenant wall sign for Shonnie's Bakery at 3365 Richmond Road, Suite 130 (owner Equity Beachwood Ltd). No vote counts were recorded.

• Approved revised plans for new single‑family dwelling at 2530 Blossom Lane
• Approved plans for new tenant wall sign at 3365 Richmond Road, Suite 130

City Council

The City Council holds a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone 23250 Chagrin Boulevard from General Office Building to Planned Multi-Family Residential. The council also considers first readings of two other rezoning requests (Edgewood Drive and Park East Drive), an amendment to the zoning code, and a resolution accepting a bid for the Timberlane/Green Sanitary Relief Sewer Phase 2 Project. A resolution to save Neighborhood Social Security Offices is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-82: rezone 23250 Chaglin Blvd from U-7A to U-3C
• Second reading and referral to public hearing for rezoning 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Drive from U-1 to U-5
• First reading and referral to Planning & Zoning for rezoning 3663 Park East Drive from U-4C to U-9
• Resolution 2025-23: Accept bid from Tri-Mor Corp for Timberlane/Green Sanitary Relief Sewer Phase 2
• Resolution 2025-24: To save Neighborhood Social Security Offices

The council moved the April 22 regular meeting to April 21 by voice vote (7‑0). It adopted an amendment to the Edgewood Drive rezoning ordinance (Yes: 4, No: 2, Abstain: 1) and placed it on second reading. Two new ordinances—one rezoning 3663 Park East Drive and another amending the zoning code—were approved unanimously. The council also accepted a $2,942,455 bid from Tri‑Mor Corporation for the Timberlane/Green Sanitary Relief Sewer Phase 2 project and approved a resolution to save Neighborhood Social Security Offices, each by voice vote (7‑0).

• Moved April 22 meeting to April 21 (voice vote 7-0)
• Amended Edgewood Drive rezoning ordinance (Yes: 4, No: 2, Abstain: 1)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-12 rezoning 3663 Park East Drive (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-13 amendment to zoning code (voice vote 7-0)
• Accepted Tri‑Mor bid for sewer Phase 2 project ($2,942,455) (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved resolution to save Neighborhood Social Security Offices (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-11 authorizing payment of certain claims (consent agenda)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request for two properties on Edgewood Road to change the district from single-family residential to public and institutional. The agenda also includes the review of previously tabled items, including the commission's own rules of procedure and a preliminary site plan for a new apartment building on Chagrin Boulevard.

• Rezoning 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U-1 to U-5
• Review of previously tabled Rules of Procedure
• Review of previously tabled preliminary site plan for 23250 Chagrin Blvd

The commission approved the minutes from the February 27 meeting. It voted to deny P&Z 2024-27, the rezoning of 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U‑1 to U‑5, and issued a negative recommendation to the City Council. The commission also welcomed new member Eric Silver and adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.

• Approved February 27 minutes (motion passed)
• Welcomed new commission member Eric Silver
• Denied rezoning of 2555 & 2561 Edgewood Road (P&Z 2024‑27)
• Issued negative recommendation to Council for the rezoning
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will evaluate plans for a new single-family home and a second-floor addition. The board will determine if these projects meet architectural standards.

• Plans for a new single-family dwelling at 24365 Sittingbourne Lane
• Plans for a second floor addition and exterior alterations at 26436 Annesley Road

City Council

The Beachwood City Council meeting on March 17, 2025, includes oaths of office for two police officers and a planning commission member, consent agenda items for paying claims and selling surplus property, and new business: an ordinance to amend 2025 appropriations and a resolution to excuse Councilwoman June Taylor's absences.

• Oath of office administered to Lt. Erin Draves and Sgt. Aaron Lieb
• Oath of office for Eric Silver as member of Planning and Zoning Commission
• Ordinance 2025-9: Declaring surplus property from Public Works and Police Department for sale on GovDeals
• Ordinance 2025-10: Amending appropriations for current expenditures for fiscal year 2025
• Resolution 2025-21: Excusing Councilwoman June Taylor's absences from February 18, March 3, and March 17, 2025 meetings through April 22

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will meet to review plans for three residential additions and one commercial sign. The board will determine if these projects are approved, not approved, or approved with comments.

• Rear addition and new deck at 23115 Greenlawn Avenue
• Tenant wall sign for Advanced Behavioral Therapy at 23645 Mercantile Road, Suite B
• Rear addition and new deck at 26231 Shaker Blvd.
• Kitchen addition at 23305 Beachwood Blvd.

City Council

The City Council will hold a third reading of an ordinance adjusting the Mayor/Director of Public Safety's compensation (2025-4). New business includes a resolution authorizing acquisition of 42.9+ acres of vacant land off Harvard Road (2025-20) and a motion to appoint a member to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Consent agenda items cover payment of claims and UPS maintenance contract approval.

• Third reading of Ordinance 2025-4 adjusting compensation of Mayor/Director of Public Safety
• Resolution 2025-20 authorizing acquisition of 42.9+ acres off Harvard Road in Chagrin Highlands
• Resolution 2025-19 authorizing UPS maintenance contract with E Technologies, Inc.
• Ordinance 2025-7 for payment of certain claims (bills)
• Motion to appoint a member to the Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several items including a sign area determination for Primrose School, final site plan approval for Fuchs Mizrachi School additions, and a rezoning of two properties on Edgewood Road from single-family to public/institutional district. Also on the agenda are preliminary site plan reviews for cluster homes on North Woodland Road (tabled) and a new apartment building on Chagrin Boulevard, plus a review of the commission's rules of procedure.

• Frontage determination for Primrose School sign area at 23825 Commerce Park Road
• Final site plan approval for building and play area additions at Fuchs Mizrachi School, 26600 Shaker Blvd.
• Rezoning of 2555 and 2561 Edgewood Road from U-1 Single-Family Residential to U-5 Public and Institutional District (Ordinance No. 2024-63)
• Preliminary site plan approval for a new residential apartment building at 23250 Chagrin Blvd.
• Preliminary site plan for cluster homes on North Woodland Road (Fairmount Blvd.) – tabled

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and vote on protests for the 2025 Police Promotion Examination. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss interviews for a Lateral Transfer Police Officer position.

• Review and vote on 2025 Police Promotion Examination protests
• Executive session for Lateral Transfer Police Officer interviews
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Council Committee Meetings

The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of the Mayor's Report, an Executive Session, and discussion of any other matters. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed for action or discussion.

• Mayor's Report
• Executive Session
• Any other matters coming before the Committee of the Whole

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider several urgent resolutions, including authorizing the mayor to purchase body‑worn and dash cameras for the police department from Motorola Solutions and to accept installation services from Hall Public Safety Co. The council will also approve contracts for pool maintenance and chemicals for the Family Aquatic Center, and confirm the appointment of Larry Gordon to the Civil Service Commission. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes and reports, and discussion of pending rezoning ordinances.

• Resolution 2025-18: authorize purchase of body‑worn and dash cameras from Motorola Solutions and installation by Hall Public Safety Co., waiving competitive bidding
• Resolution 2025-16: accept quotation from M&G Pools, LLC for spring preparation, daily maintenance, and winterization of the Family Aquatic Center
• Resolution 2025-17: authorize purchase of pool chemicals from Patterson Pools, LLC for the 2025 season
• Resolution 2025-15: confirm appointment of Larry Gordon as Chairman of the Ohio Civil Service Commission
• Ordinance 2024-81: rezoning of 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from U‑1 to U‑5 district (pending public hearing)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) Innovation Committee

This meeting is largely procedural, including roll call, approval of prior minutes, and discussion of committee goals and next steps. The only substantive item is consideration of appointing a new committee member.

• Appointment consideration for new committee member
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024 special meeting
• Discussion of committee goals and objectives
• Planning of next steps and agenda for future meetings

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) Board of Directors

The Beachwood Community Improvement Corporation board will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including a Growth Capital Corp. Community Advantage Program agreement, recommendations from the Loan Review Committee for the Commercial Building Revitalization Program, and potential modifications to the organization's by-laws. The board will also appoint committee members and address a filing for extension.

• Appointment of committee members
• Consideration of modifications to by-laws
• Filing for extension (unspecified purpose)
• Growth Capital Corp. Community Advantage Program agreement
• Commercial Building Revitalization Program loan recommendations from Loan Review Committee

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review is meeting to review two sets of submitted plans. The board will consider a residential addition and a sign and flagpole relocation.

• Plans for a rear addition and new front porch at 2254 Richmond Road
• Plans for relocation of an existing monument sign and flagpole at 24950 Chagrin Blvd.

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider approving payments for city services, amending the mayor's compensation, and authorizing agreements for solar lighting, traffic control, and police vehicle purchases. The meeting will also include the swearing-in of a new councilman.

• Ordinance 2025-4: Adjusts Mayor's compensation
• Resolution 2025-10: Accepts proposal for solar lighting pilot
• Resolution 2025-14: Authorizes purchase of 4 police vehicles
• Resolution 2025-11: Authorizes traffic cabinet replacement
• Resolution 2025-12: Authorizes pool management agreement

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) Loan Review Committee

The Beachwood CIC Loan Review Committee will approve the minutes from its July 12, 2024 special meeting. It will discuss servicing and underwriting considerations and review loan applications for the Commercial Office Building Revitalization Program. The committee will make recommendations on approving those loan applicants and schedule the next meeting for final document review.

• Approve minutes of the CIC Loan Review Committee special meeting held on July 12, 2024
• Consider servicing and underwriting issues
• Review loan applications for the Commercial Office Building Revitalization Program
• Recommend approval of loan applicants
• Set next meeting for final review of applicant documents

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Beachwood Planning and Zoning Commission will review several items including rezonings, variances, site plans, and a new apartment building. Key decisions include a rezoning of 23250 Chagrin Blvd. to multi-family residential and another of two properties on South Green Road to public and institutional. The commission will also consider a rear-yard setback variance and a lot split plat.

• Rezoning 2509 and 2515 South Green Road from U-1 to U-5 Public and Institutional District
• Rezoning 23250 Chagrin Boulevard from U-7A to U-3C Planned Multi-Family Residential District
• Preliminary site plan approval for a new apartment building at 23250 Chagrin Blvd.
• Rear yard setback and hardscape variances for a rear addition at 2424 Beachwood Blvd.
• Lot split plat approval for 24755 Chagrin Blvd.

Council Committee Meetings

The Beachwood City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss the mayor's salary. It will also consider proposed changes to the Planning and Zoning Code and the council's appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion regarding Mayoral Salary
• Discussion regarding proposed Planning and Zoning Code Changes
• Discussion regarding Council's Appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission

Architectural Board of Review

The Beachwood Architectural Board of Review will consider plans for a rear and second‑floor addition with exterior alterations at 2429 Greenwich Lane. The board will also discuss proposals for two wall signs and a tenant‑panel refacing on an existing ground sign at 23825 Commerce Park Road for Primrose School of Beachwood. Representatives for each project will be present to answer questions before a decision is made.

• Review of plans for rear and second‑floor addition and exterior alterations at 2429 Greenwich Lane (ABR #25‑05) with architect Joseph Calderwood present.
• Review of plans for two wall signs and tenant‑panel refacing on existing ground sign at 23825 Commerce Park Road, Primrose School of Beachwood (ABR #25‑06) with Eastbase LLC representative present.

Council Committee Meetings

The Committee of the Whole will hear the Mayor's Report, hold an executive session, and consider any other matters brought before it. No specific policy items or contracts are listed.

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will vote on several resolutions and motions at its regular meeting. Key actions include accepting a bid from J.D. Striping Services for the 2025 Street Striping Program and authorizing the advertisement of bids for the 2025 Road Program. The council will also consider renewing contracts for vehicle maintenance, a new pickleball lessons agreement, and appointments to boards.

• Acceptance of bid from J.D. Striping Services for 2025 Street Striping Program (Resolution 2025-4)
• Motion to advertise for bids for the 2025 Road Program
• Agreement with Picklebill Pickleball Academy for pickleball lessons in 2025 (Resolution 2025-7)
• Purchase of mobile data terminals and modems from Law and Order Technology (Resolution 2025-8)
• Appointment of Jillian DeLong to the Planning and Zoning Commission (Motion)

Council Committee Meetings

The Committee of the Whole will hear the Mayor’s Report. It will hold an executive‑session discussion on city personnel employment, compensation and vacancy interviews. The meeting will also allow any other matters to be raised.

• Mayor’s Report
• Executive Session discussion on employment and compensation of city personnel
• Vacancy interviews
• Any other matters

Council Committee Meetings

The Committee of the Whole will hear the Mayor's Report. It will hold an executive session to discuss employment and compensation matters for city personnel, including vacancy interviews. The meeting will also provide time for any other matters to be raised.

• Mayor's Report
• Executive Session on employment and compensation of personnel – vacancy interviews
• Any other matters coming before the Committee of the Whole

Architectural Board of Review

The Architectural Board of Review will review plans for a new single-family home and three commercial or institutional property alterations. The board will determine if these projects meet city architectural standards.

• Refacing of canopy fascia and new tenant panel at 25705 Chagrin Blvd. (BP Gas Station)
• New single-family dwelling at 24023 Timberlane Drive
• New drop-off canopy and exterior alterations at 24755 Chagrin Blvd. (Signature Health Inc.)
• Rear addition at 23219 Greenlawn Avenue (City of Refuge, Inc.)

City Council

The Beachwood City Council will consider resolutions to approve the purchase of two Western Star trucks with dump bodies and snow/ice control packages, and to confirm a Board of Tax Review appointment. Council will also consider an ordinance authorizing payment of certain claims and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Resolution 2024-2: Authorize mayor to contract with Valley Freightliner for two Western Star 47X cabs and chassis, and with Concord Road Equipment for installation of stainless steel dump bodies with snow/ice control packages, waiving competitive bidding.
• Resolution 2024-1: Confirm appointment of Lee Janovitz to the Board of Tax Review.
• Ordinance 2024-1: Authorize payment of certain claims (bills) for professional and other services.
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024 Committee of the Whole and December 16, 2024 regular meeting.