Bowling Green public meetings in 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss local designations and the Interpretative Signage Project funded by a CLG Grant. Members will review the Maple Street District FAQ and survey format. The meeting also includes updates on public relations and educational projects.

• Signage for Wood County Courthouse and (former) Jail
• Interpretative Signage Project (CLG Grant) updates
• Maple Street District FAQ and survey format review
• Updates on Former South Main School and Former Bowling Green Hospital on Wooster
• Historic Buildings of the Month: Winter’s residence, 328 W Wooster St

Planning Commission

The Bowling Green Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision plan for Stone Ridge Plat 9, located at the end of Pine Valley Drive. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 4, 2023, and reports from the Zoning Board of Appeals representative and the Planning Department.

• Preliminary Plan for Stone Ridge Plat 9, Parcel B08-510-260000001502
• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023
• Reports from Zoning Board of Appeals representative and Planning Department

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss updates on local designations and the Interpretative Signage Project funded by a CLG Grant. Members will also review FAQ and survey preparation for the Maple Street District.

• Signage for Wood County Courthouse and (former) Jail
• Updates on Former South Main School and Former Bowling Green Hospital on Wooster
• Interpretative Signage Project (CLG Grant) stakeholder meetings and calendar
• Maple Street District FAQ and survey format
• Historic Buildings of the Month: Masonic Building (159 N Main St) and Winter’s residence (328 W Wooster St)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is meeting to discuss the 2024 utilities budget, annual inventory, and equipment/vehicle plans, along with division reports. The agenda includes standard reports from city officials and division heads, with no specific action items listed.

• 2024 Utilities Budget
• 2024 Annual Inventory
• 2024 Equipment and Vehicles
• AMPGS Stranded Costs

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bowling Green Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider a variance request. The only substantive item is a request from Troy Dunn to build a 6-foot-tall fence in the front yard of a corner lot, exceeding the 4-foot maximum by 2 feet.

• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Variance request by Troy Dunn for 6-foot fence at 501 West Wooster Street (front yard facing South Maple Street)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bowling Green Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to approve third-quarter fee waivers, hear reports from the foundation, director, recreation coordinator, and maintenance staff, and receive updates on the Master Plan and projects. The agenda also includes approval of August meeting minutes and correspondence.

• Approve 3rd quarter fee waivers
• BGPR Foundation Brewfest on November 3, 6-9PM at Vet Building
• Master Plan Update
• Project Updates
• Approval of August 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review local designations including signage for the Wood County Courthouse and former jail, an update on the former South Main School, and the Boom Town District strategic plan. The commission will also receive updates on the CLG Grant interpretive signage project and past and future public education events.

• Wood County Courthouse and (former) Jail – Signage review
• Former South Main School update
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal discussion
• Interpretive signage project update under CLG Grant
• Past events: Building Doctor Program (Oct 19-20), Fall Blacksmithing Day (Oct 7), German-American Day (Oct 11), Grand Re-Opening at Wood County Museum (Oct 19)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the October 16, 2023 City Council meeting. The only listed item is the adoption of legislation, with no specific details provided in the agenda text.

• Adoption of legislation (details in attached PDF)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bowling Green Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve prior minutes and hear three variance requests. Two homeowners seek to build additions encroaching on rear yard setbacks, and a business requests a gravel equipment display area that would not meet the dustless surface requirement.

• Variance for 20x46 ft addition at 711 South Summit Street, encroaching 20 ft into 30-ft rear setback
• Variance for 13x42 ft patio with two 12x12 ft pergolas at 702 Barnstable Lane, encroaching 8.67 ft into setback
• Variance for ~76,895 sq ft gravel equipment display area at 829 West Newton Road, waiving dustless surface requirement
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The agenda for the October 2, 2023 meeting of the Bowling Green City Council is procedural, listing only adopted legislation without specific details on items for discussion or decision.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission will consider signage proposals for two local landmarks: University Hall at BGSU and the Wood County Courthouse and former Jail. The meeting also includes updates on the South Main School designation, the Boom Town District plan, and an interpretive signage project funded by a CLG grant.

• Signage for University Hall (BGSU)
• Signage for Wood County Courthouse and former Jail
• Update on former South Main School designation
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal
• Interpretive signage project update (CLG grant)

City Council

The Bowling Green City Council is meeting to adopt legislation. The agenda includes a list of legislation adopted on September 18, 2023, but the specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Adoption of legislation (specific items not listed)

Board of Public Utilities

The Bowling Green Board of Public Utilities is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the utilities director and assistant director, and receive updates from various utility divisions. The agenda includes a supplemental appropriation and an outage reporting update, but no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Supplemental Appropriation report
• Outage Reporting Update
• Reports from Electric, Water Supply, Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection, Water Pollution Control divisions
• Reports from Mayor, Municipal Administrator, City Attorney, Public Works Director, City Engineer, Sustainability Coordinator

The Board approved a supplemental appropriation for water inventory items. The Assistant Utilities Director announced a new partnership with the Cooperative Response Center to handle utility outage calls starting September 19.

• Approved minutes from June 26, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 09-2023-01 for $137,580 supplemental appropriation for water inventory (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bowling Green Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider three related requests for properties on South Dunbridge Road: annexation of 1.52 acres from Center Township, interim zoning for the same parcel, and rezoning of 1.57 acres from A-1 Agricultural to IE Innovation and Employment. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting and reports from the Zoning Board of Appeals representative and Planning Department.

• Annexation request for 1.52+/- acres on South Dunbridge Road (parcel C11-511-280000020001) from Center Township, agent Ryan A. Rothenbuhler for Vicki L. Frobose
• Interim zoning for the same 1.52+/- acres due to annexation
• Rezoning request for 1.57+/- acres north of 815 South Dunbridge Road (parcel B07-511-280000020002) from A-1 Agricultural to IE Innovation and Employment
• Approval of minutes from August 2, 2023 meeting
• Reports from Zoning Board of Appeals representative and Planning Department

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve the annexation of 1.52 acres and the assignment of IE Innovation and Employment interim zoning for a property on South Dunbridge Road. A public hearing for Zoning Code text amendments was scheduled for October 4, 2023.

• Recommended approval of annexation for 1.52+/- acres on South Dunbridge Road (8-0)
• Recommended IE Innovation and Employment interim zoning for 1.52+/- acres on South Dunbridge Road (8-0)
• Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduled public hearing for Zoning Code text amendments for October 4, 2023

City Council

This is a procedural meeting where the City Council adopted legislation as listed in the attached document. No specific agenda items are detailed in the provided text.

City Council adopted an ordinance for supplemental appropriations for the 2023 fiscal year. The council also approved resolutions to participate in the Local Park Improvement Grant Program and appoint representatives to the Buckeye Ohio Risk Management Agency. An ordinance regarding rental property sections was tabled until September 18th.

• Approved Ordinance #9124 for supplemental appropriations (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #3850 appointing representatives to the Buckeye Ohio Risk Management Agency (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #3851 to participate in the Local Park Improvement Grant Program (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of John Stewart to the Transportation Advisory Committee (Unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled Ordinance #9118 regarding sections 150.85, 150.87 and 150.89 until September 18th (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 21, 2023 meeting (Unanimous voice vote)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss old and new business, and receive reports on the master plan update, project updates, and the BGPR Foundation's Party for the Parks event. The board will also consider second quarter fee waivers.

• Party for the Parks event scheduled for September 22, 2023, 5-8 PM
• Master Plan Update discussion
• Project Updates discussion
• Second quarter fee waivers to be considered

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review signage proposals for University Hall and the Wood County Courthouse and former jail, receive an update on the former South Main School, and discuss the Boom Town District strategic plan. They will also plan interpretive signage under a CLG grant and review upcoming public education events.

• Signage review for University Hall at BGSU
• Signage review for Wood County Courthouse and former jail
• Update on former South Main School
• Interpretive signage project planning under CLG Grant
• Upcoming workshops: Historic Tax Credits, Building Doctor (Oct 19-20)

The Commission approved the June 27, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the development of an FAQ list for the North Maple District and the formation of a local history subcommittee for an interpretive signage project.

• Approved June 27, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled 'Tell Your BG History' quarterly sessions
• Moved Historic Tax Credits workshop to the new year

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Bowling Green City Council meeting on August 21, 2023. The only listed item is the adoption of legislation, with details provided in an attached PDF. No specific proposals, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

• Adoption of legislation (details in attached PDF)

City Council approved an ordinance for the cleaning of streets by special assessment. The council also confirmed two mayoral appointments to city boards and commissions. Several new ordinances and resolutions were introduced for first and second readings.

• Adopted Ordinance #9115 for cleaning of streets by special assessment (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Julie Broadwell to the Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Brian O'Connell to the Wood County Transportation Improvement District (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 7, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The Bowling Green City Council is meeting on August 7, 2023, to adopt legislation. The agenda includes a list of adopted legislation, but the specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Adoption of legislation (specific items not listed in agenda text)

Council adopted an ordinance for supplemental appropriations and approved contracts for electric distribution improvements and transit grants. Two resolutions regarding Issue 1 were postponed indefinitely. A public hearing for an ordinance amending codified ordinances was scheduled for September 7.

• Adopted Ordinance #9117 for supplemental appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #3847 for ODOT transit grants (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9112 regarding sale to minors prohibitions (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9113 for electric distribution engineering services (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Resolution #3848 urging 'no' vote on Issue 1 (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Resolution #3849 urging citizens to decide for themselves on Issue 1 (7-0)
• Approved June 29, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance #9118 for September 7

Planning Commission

The Bowling Green Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including electing officers and reviewing a preliminary subdivision plan with waiver requests for Wood Acres, located along East Gypsy Lane Road. The meeting is open to the public and can be viewed online.

• Preliminary Plan with Waiver Requests for Wood Acres Subdivision, along East Gypsy Lane Road, Parcel B07-511-290000025501
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Representative to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2023 meeting

The commission approved a preliminary plan to subdivide 18 acres on East Gypsy Lane Road into eight parcels for the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The board also elected its officers and received a report on previous zoning variance requests.

• Approved Preliminary Plan with waivers for Wood Acres Subdivision (7-0)
• Elected Mr. McOmber as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Phillips as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. Ennis as representative to the Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Bowling Green City Council meeting of June 29, 2023. The only listed item is the adoption of legislation, with details provided in an attached PDF. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the agenda text itself.

• Adoption of legislation (details in attached PDF)

City Council adopted several ordinances including a sewer relining contract with Inliner Solutions, LLC and updates to employee pay bands and overtime rules. The council also approved the 2024 estimate of revenues and the Wood County Solid Waste Management Plan. A resolution urging residents to vote "no" on Ohio Issue 1 failed to move to a second reading.

• Approved appointment of Katelyn Elliot to the Tree Commission (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #9116 for sewer relining contracts with Inliner Solutions, LLC (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9110 regarding salary schedule pay bands 3 and 5 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9111 regarding salaried employees not subject to overtime (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9114 regarding definitions in the Codified Ordinances (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution #3845 adopting the 2024 estimate of revenues (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution #3846 approving the draft amended Wood County Solid Waste Management Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9107 for professional cleaning services for City owned buildings (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider signage for University Hall and the Wood County Courthouse and former jail, receive an update on the former South Main School, and discuss the Boom Town District strategic plan. The meeting also includes election of officers, approval of minutes, and updates on interpretive signage grants and public education events.

• Local designations: University Hall signage, Wood County Courthouse and (former) Jail signage
• Update on former South Main School
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal
• Interpretive signage project: locations and SHPO CLG Grant update
• Future events: Audio Tour, Boiler BBQ Bash Fundraiser (July 7), Historic Tax Credits workshop, Building Doctor (Oct 19-20)

The commission unanimously elected its officers for the coming year and approved the minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting. Members discussed ongoing signage projects and the development of guidelines for the North Maple District.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Chris Mowen as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected John Sampen as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Geoff Howes as Secretary (unanimous)

Board of Public Utilities

The Bowling Green Board of Public Utilities is meeting to approve minutes, hear a report on a sewer relining contract, and receive updates from utility divisions and city officials. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed beyond the contract discussion.

• Approval of minutes from May 22, 2023
• Sewer relining contract report
• Reports from utility divisions (Electric, Water Supply, etc.)
• Official reports from Mayor, Administrator, Attorney, and others

The Board of Public Utilities approved a contract for sewer relining work. The board also approved the minutes from the May 22, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Resolution 06-2023-01 authorizing a contract with Inliner Solutions, LLC for sewer relining (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 22, 2023, meeting (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bowling Green Board of Zoning Appeals will consider seven variance requests and one zoning interpretation appeal. The board will also approve minutes from the May 10 meeting and elect officers. The variance requests involve property owners seeking relief from setback requirements for additions, a garage, driveways, and parking. The appeal challenges the City Attorney and Planning Director's interpretation of zoning code regarding an amateur radio tower.

• Variance for 12x12 deck at 1019 Sand Ridge Road encroaching 11'8" into rear setback
• Variance for 14x24 garage at 210 South Enterprise Street encroaching into side and rear setbacks
• Variance for driveway expansion at 11 Darlyn Drive encroaching 3 feet into side setback
• Variance for 15x17 deck at 1330 South Savoie Avenue encroaching 5'6" into rear setback
• Appeal of zoning interpretation for amateur radio tower at 429 West Wooster Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five variance requests for residential decks, garages, and driveways. One variance request for a deck addition was denied. The board also approved the May 10, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved variance for 12x12 deck at 1019 Sand Ridge Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for 14x24 garage at 210 South Enterprise Street (4-0-1)
• Approved variance for driveway expansion at 11 Darlyn Drive (5-0)
• Approved variance for driveway expansion at 338 Wallace Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variance for driveway paving at 332 Wallace Avenue (5-0)
• Denied variance for 15x17 deck at 1330 South Savoie Avenue (3-2)

City Council

This agenda is for the Bowling Green City Council meeting on June 12, 2023. The only substantive item is the adoption of legislation, as listed in the attached document. No other business items are detailed in the agenda text.

• Adoption of legislation (details in JUNE 12, 2023.LEGIS.PDF)

Council approved an amended Zoning Code and updated regulations for historic preservation and flood damage reduction. The body also adopted supplemental appropriations for the 2023 fiscal year and authorized a shared-use path project. Several other ordinances regarding salaries and city fees were adopted.

• Adopted amended Zoning Code Ordinance #9098 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9109 for supplemental appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9103 for Scott Hamilton Blvd to Carter Park shared-use path (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9099 regarding city fees (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9100 regarding flood damage reduction (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9101 regarding historic and architectural preservation code (7-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bowling Green Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to approve first-quarter 2023 fee waivers that were tabled in April, and to hear reports on the master plan update, project updates, and the Simpson Garden Park. The board will also approve minutes from February and April meetings.

• Approve fee waivers for Q1 2023 (tabled in April)
• Approve meeting minutes for February and April 2023
• Master Plan Update report
• Simpson Garden Park update
• BGPR Foundation Board report

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider signage proposals for University Hall at BGSU and the Wood County Courthouse and former jail, as well as a strategic plan goal for the Boom Town District. The meeting also includes updates on interpretive signage grants, past and future educational events, and the next meeting date.

• Local designations for signage at University Hall and Wood County Courthouse and former jail
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal
• SHPO CLG Grant update for interpretive signage project
• Preservation Month events including yard signs, self-guided walking tour, and Architecture Detectives event
• Workshop on Historic Tax Credits and Building Doctor event on October 19-20, 2023

The commission unanimously approved the North Maple proposal packet. Members also approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023, meeting.

• Approved North Maple proposal packet (unanimous)
• Approved April 25, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities authorized the use of grant funds for renewable energy efforts and approved the procurement of engineering services for electric distribution improvements. The board also received updates on a proposed 100 MW solar facility and various infrastructure projects.

• Approved Resolution 05-2023-03 to apply $1,100 of EcoSmart Choice grant funds to the Monthly Facilities Charge (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 05-2023-04 authorizing the Utilities Director to contract for engineering services for Electric Distribution System Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Bowling Green City Council meeting on May 15, 2023. The only listed item is the adoption of legislation, with details provided in an attached PDF. No specific topics, dollar amounts, or project names are mentioned in the agenda text.

• Adoption of legislation (details in attached PDF)

City Council approved the purchase of approximately 2.57 acres in Bellard Business Park and a contract with eMerge for records scanning services. The council also adopted supplemental appropriations for 2023 and authorized the sale of obsolete items from the city building. Several ordinances regarding zoning, city fees, and flood damage reduction were tabled until June 12th.

• Approved purchase of ~2.57 acres in Bellard Business Park (7-0)
• Approved contract with eMerge for records scanning services (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9105 for 2023 supplemental appropriations (7-0)
• Approved sale of obsolete items from 304 N. Church St by auction (7-0)
• Approved contract for Safe Routes to School travel plan and study (7-0)
• Approved Part 40 Policy Addendum for BG Transit FTA/ODOT grant (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointments to City Boards and Commissions (Unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled Zoning Code updates, city fees, and flood damage ordinances until June 12th (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a residential deck addition. A request for a Bed and Breakfast conditional use was presented, but the minutes do not record a decision on that item.

• Approved variance for 10x18 foot deck at 308 West Wooster Street (7-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Bowling Green Board of Public Utilities is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from utility divisions and city officials, and discuss new business. Key items include the EcoSmart Choice Grant Funds and the Bellard Park Property Acquisition. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no votes scheduled on specific contracts or ordinances.

• EcoSmart Choice Grant Funds discussion
• Bellard Park Property Acquisition discussion
• Approval of March 13, 2023 minutes
• Reports from Electric, Water Supply, and other utility divisions

The Board approved the acquisition of approximately 2.57 acres in Bellard Business Park. A proposal to apply EcoSmart Choice grant funds to Monthly Facilities Charges was defeated. The Board also approved the minutes from the March 13, 2023, meeting.

• Approved acquisition of ~2.57 acres in Bellard Business Park for $10,000 per acre (Unanimous)
• Denied Resolution 05-2023-01 to apply EcoSmart Choice grant funds to Rider E Monthly Facilities Charges (2-2)
• Approved March 13, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda lists only adopted legislation for the May 1, 2023 City Council meeting, with details in an attached PDF. No specific items are described in the agenda text itself.

• Legislation adopted 5/1/23

City Council adopted an ordinance for supplemental appropriations for the 2023 fiscal year and approved a zoning change for 36.89 acres at Newton and Brim Roads. The council also authorized the disposal of obsolete municipal equipment and approved the Federal Transit Administration Title VI Program.

• Approved Federal Transit Administration Title VI Program (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #9102 for supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2023 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9093 to dispose of equipment no longer needed for municipal purposes (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9085 rezoning 36.89 acres at Newton Road and Brim Road from M-3 Business Park to R-2 Single-Family (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss local designations for signage at University Hall and the Wood County Courthouse, and review the Boom Town District strategic plan. They will also hear updates on the interpretive signage project and a SHPO CLG grant, and plan upcoming public events for Preservation Month.

• University Hall signage review
• Wood County Courthouse and former Jail signage review
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal discussion
• SHPO CLG Grant update for interpretive signage project
• Preservation Month events including yard signs and walking tour

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the March 28, 2023, meeting minutes. Members agreed to pursue a historic designation for the South Main School and discussed resident mailing materials for the North Maple Street Historic District. The Commission also co-sponsored a 'Building Doctor' clinic with the State Historic Preservation Office for October 2023.

• Approved March 28, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to pursue historic designation for South Main School
• Agreed to move historic designation advantages to a website FAQ list
• Co-sponsored October 19-20 Building Doctor clinic with SHPO

City Council

The Bowling Green City Council is meeting on April 17, 2023, to consider and adopt legislation. The agenda includes a list of legislation adopted at this meeting, but the specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Adoption of legislation (specific items not listed)

City Council adopted three ordinances regarding supplemental and amended budget appropriations and a code of ordinances supplement. Several other ordinances regarding zoning, fees, and flood damage were introduced for first reading. A zoning map amendment for 36.89 acres at Newton Road and Brim Road was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance #9094 for supplemental appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9095 for amending appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9096 adopting the 2023 S-15 Supplement to the Code of Ordinances (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance #9085 regarding Zoning District Map and 2014 Land Use Plan until May 1, 2023
• Approved minutes from April 3, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bowling Green Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests at its April 12, 2023 meeting. These include requests for additional paving, building setbacks, and parking adjustments. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance to exceed lot coverage limit by 17.1% for additional paving at 1100 Haskins Road (A-Gas America)
• Variance for new Applebee's building encroaching 15.5 feet into rear setback at 1175 South Main Street
• Variance to reduce required parking from 59 to 52 spaces at Applebee's site
• Variance for 6-foot fence in front yard setback at 2041 Victory Lane (All Size Self Storage)
• Variance for new building encroaching 14 feet into rear setback at 2041 Victory Lane

The Board approved variance requests for lot coverage at 1100 Haskins Road and setbacks and parking for Applebee’s at 1175 South Main Street. Two requests for All Size Self Storage at 2041 Victory Lane were approved, while a request for a building setback variance at the same location was denied.

• Approved variance for 67.1% lot coverage at 1100 Haskins Road (6-0)
• Approved variance for 15.5-foot rear yard setback encroachment at 1175 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved variance for 1-foot north setback encroachment and 52 parking spaces at 1175 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved variance for 6-foot fence in front yard setback at 2041 Victory Lane (6-0)
• Approved variance for paving to encroach 5 feet into setback at 2041 Victory Lane (4-2)
• Denied variance for 14-foot rear yard setback encroachment at 2041 Victory Lane (1-5)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended a rezoning request for land at Newton Road and Brim Road to allow for a housing subdivision. The commission also approved a preliminary plan for the expansion of the Cogan's Crossing subdivision. Minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting were approved.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 36.89 acres at Newton Road and Brim Road from M-3 Business Park to R-2 Single-Family Residential (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plan with Waiver Requests for Cogan's Crossing Plats 9-14 (8-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the April 3, 2023 Bowling Green City Council meeting. The only listed item is a reference to legislation adopted that day, with no specific details provided in the agenda text.

• Legislation adopted 4/3/23 (details in attached PDF)

Council adopted Ordinance #9092 to provide supplemental appropriations for city expenses for the 2023 fiscal year. Several other ordinances regarding zoning, equipment disposal, and utility improvements were read but not decided.

• Approved minutes of March 20, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #9092 for supplemental appropriations (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss administrative items, approve minutes, and plan interpretive signage projects, including a grant application. They will also review local designations, public relations efforts, and upcoming educational events.

• SHPO CLG Grant application due 3/31/2023 for interpretive signage
• Signage for University Hall and Wood County Courthouse and former Jail
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal
• Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt at Wood County Museum, April 3-7
• Workshop on Historic Tax Credits

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of updates on local designations, upcoming educational events, and the submission of a SHPO CLG grant.

• Approved February 28, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is minimal and procedural, listing only the adoption of legislation for the March 20, 2023 City Council meeting. No specific items, details, or decisions are described in the provided text.

• Adoption of legislation on March 20, 2023

City Council adopted ordinances for water treatment plant repairs, sewer service updates, and electric substation upgrades. The council also approved agreements related to the Abbott Laboratories project and metering equipment. Several other zoning and utility ordinances were introduced for first reading.

• Adopted Ordinance #9087 for Water Treatment Plant concrete repairs via Ram Construction Services (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9078 amending Chapter 50 regarding sewer service (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9079 for Abbott Laboratories project agreements and contracts (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9081 for Badger Meter equipment contracts (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9082 for Spectrum Engineering Corporation electric substation upgrades (7-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Utilities

The Bowling Green Board of Public Utilities is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the utilities director and management, and receive official reports from city officials. The agenda includes updates on water treatment plant repairs, waterline improvements, and sewer relining projects. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Water Treatment Plant settling and coagulation basin concrete repairs
• South College Waterline Improvements
• 2023 Sewer Relining Improvements

The Board of Public Utilities approved a contract for concrete repairs at the Water Treatment Plant and authorized the bidding and funding process for South College waterline improvements. The Board also approved bidding for the 2023 Sewer Relining Project.

• Approved contract with Ram Construction Services for Water Treatment Plant basin repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 03-2023-02 to advertise for engineering and construction bids for South College waterline improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 03-2023-03 to apply for an OWDA or OEPA WSRLA loan for South College waterline improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 03-2023-04 to advertise for bids and enter contracts for 2023 Sewer Relining Projects (Unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bowling Green Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve prior minutes and consider a variance request from Faith Elsea for a 6-foot fence at 338 West Merry Avenue, exceeding the 4-foot maximum in a front yard setback. The agenda also includes a lobby visitation item.

• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023 meeting
• Variance request by Faith Elsea for 6-foot fence at 338 West Merry Avenue (2 feet over 4-foot limit)
• Lobby visitation item

The Board approved a variance request for Faith Elsea to build a 6-foot tall fence in the front yard setback. The approved height is 2 feet taller than the 4-foot maximum allowed. The Board also approved the February 8, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved variance for 6-foot fence at 338 West Merry Avenue (7-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

This is the agenda for the Bowling Green, Ohio City Council meeting on March 6, 2023. The agenda contains only procedural items: a general agenda document and a list of legislation adopted at the meeting. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda for March 6, 2023 City Council meeting
• Legislation adopted on 3/6/23 (details in linked PDF)

City Council adopted a resolution requesting the Ohio Governor and General Assembly restore local government funds to pre-recession levels. The council also approved supplemental appropriations for 2023 and dedicated a right of way for Woodgate Drive. Several ordinances regarding city employee salaries, leave, and utility contracts were adopted.

• Adopted Resolution #3844 urging restoration of local government funds (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9083 for 2023 supplemental appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9084 dedicating right of way for Woodgate Drive (7-0)
• Approved reappointments of Joe Fawcett, Megan Newlove, and Mike Rywalski to Wood County Transportation Improvement District (Unanimous)
• Approved change to Non-Resident daily pool pass fee (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #9070 regarding salary schedule pay bands 5 and 6 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9075 for window and door replacement at Water Pollution Control Facility (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9076 for Community Energy Savings Smart Thermostat Program (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Bowling Green Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for 36.89 acres at the southwest corner of Newton Road and Brim Road, changing the zoning from M-3 Business Park to R-2 Single-Family Residential. The applicant is Kati Thompson on behalf of the Bowling Green Community Development Corporation. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a lobby visitation, public construction projects, and reports.

• Rezoning request for 36.89 acres at southwest corner of Newton Road and Brim Road (Parcel Nos. B08-510-130101001500 and B08-510-130101001502) from M-3 Business Park to R-2 Single-Family Residential
• Public construction for various water, sewer, and roadway projects
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2022 meeting
• Reports from Zoning Board of Appeals representative and Planning Department

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a list of public construction projects involving water, sewer, and roadways. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 7, 2023 meeting.

• Approved public construction projects for water, sewer and roadway (6-0)
• Approved December 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission will review minutes, discuss local designations for University Hall signage, the Wood County Courthouse inventory, and the Boom Town District, and plan for interpretive signage grants. They will also review past and future public education events, including a historic tax credit workshop and Preservation Month activities.

• University Hall signage at BGSU
• Wood County Courthouse and former jail building inventory
• SHPO CLG Grant due 3/31/2023 and Ohio History Fund Grant applications
• Historic Tax Credit Introduction workshop held February 8, 2023
• Boomtown Homes tour on March 13 at Wood County District Public Library

City Council

This agenda lists the February 21, 2023 City Council meeting and a document of legislation adopted that day. No specific agenda items are detailed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are in attached PDFs.

• Meeting date: February 21, 2023
• Legislation adopted on 2/21/23 (see attached PDF)

City Council approved the purchase of approximately 36.24 acres for the Water Treatment Plant and passed supplemental appropriations for 2023. Several ordinances regarding utility infrastructure, pump station improvements, and equipment were also adopted.

• Approved reappointment of Bob Midden to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #9077 for supplemental appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9080 to purchase 36.24 acres for Water Treatment Plant (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9063 for agricultural lease of municipal property (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9064 for Village Pump Station Improvements design and construction (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9065 for Village Pump Station loan from OWDA or Ohio EPA (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9066 for electric distribution transformers (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9067 to accept funds/grants for Water Service Line Inventory (7-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is meeting to discuss several utility matters, including a power cost reconciliation, revisions to the sewer ordinance, infrastructure improvements for economic development, and land acquisition for the water treatment plant. They will also hear reports from utility division heads and city officials.

• FAS71 Power Cost Reconciliation
• Sewer Ordinance Chapter 50 Revisions
• Infrastructure Improvements for Economic Development
• Water Treatment Plant - Land Acquisition
• Electric Substation 69kV Relay Upgrades

The Board of Public Utilities approved the purchase of 36.24 acres for the Water Treatment Plant and a monthly power cost recovery rate of $61,557.80. The Board also authorized contracts for the Abbott Laboratories project, water metering equipment, and electric substation upgrades.

• Approved recovery of under-recovered power supply costs at $61,557.80 per month (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Sewer Ordinance Chapter 50 industrial pretreatment requirements (Unanimous)
• Authorized contracts for Abbott Laboratories infrastructure and right of way improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of approximately 36.24 acres for the Water Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Badger Meter for water metering equipment (Unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Spectrum Engineering for 69kV relay upgrades at substations 5, 7 and 8 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes from January 23, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bowling Green Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes and consider a variance request from David Donnell for a property at 972 Sand Ridge Road. The request is to allow an L-shaped addition to an existing accessory structure, which would exceed the maximum height by 4 feet. The meeting is open to the public and will be live streamed.

• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2022 meeting
• Variance request by David Donnell for 972 Sand Ridge Road
• Addition to accessory structure approximately 2,000 square feet
• Height variance: exceed 18-foot maximum by 4 feet (to 22 feet)
• Previous variance for 22-foot height approved May 11, 2005

The Board approved a request for a height variance at 972 Sand Ridge Road. The decision allows an addition to an existing accessory structure to exceed the maximum height limit by 4 feet.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved height variance for 2,000 square foot addition at 972 Sand Ridge Road (6-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Bowling Green City Council meeting on February 6, 2023. The agenda lists legislation adopted at that meeting, but the specific items are not detailed in the text provided.

• Legislation adopted on 2/6/23 (details in attached PDF)

City Council adopted several ordinances regarding municipal appropriations, IT infrastructure, and public works. The body also approved a street vacation on Gould Street and an agreement with the Wood County Regional Airport Authority.

• Approved Ordinance #9068 for supplemental appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9069 for amended appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9062 for Cisco Edge and core switches IT replacement (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9058 for sidewalk improvements, striping, and street repairs (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9059 agreement with Wood County Regional Airport Authority (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9060 for vehicle/equipment purchase and VoIP phone system (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9061 regarding pay for Interns and Civil infractions hearing officer (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #9057 vacating a portion of Gould Street (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bowling Green Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to approve November 2022 meeting minutes, discuss (not vote on) 2023 pool fees and policies, and receive updates on the master plan, projects, and department reports. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed beyond the minutes approval.

• Discussion only on 2023 pool fees and policies
• Approval of November 2022 meeting minutes
• Master Plan update
• Project updates
• Recreation Coordinator and Aquatics & Fitness staff reports

Board of Public Utilities

The Bowling Green Board of Public Utilities will hold its regular meeting, starting with officer elections and approval of minutes. The agenda includes reports from the utilities director, assistant director, and division heads, covering items like the Extra Strength Surcharge, door and window replacement at the Water Pollution Control facility, and the AMP Smart Thermostat Program. Official reports from city officials and council members are also scheduled.

• Officer election for Chair and Secretary
• Water Pollution Control Extra Strength Surcharge
• WPC Door and Window Replacement
• AMP Smart Thermostat Program
• Division reports from Electric, Water Supply, Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection, Water Pollution Control, and Utilities Business Office

The Board elected its Chair and Secretary and approved revisions to sewer service surcharges. The Board also authorized bidding for facility window and door replacements and approved participation in a smart thermostat program.

• Elected Andy Wagner as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Brett Pogan as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-07 revising Chapter 50: Sewer Service extra strength surcharges (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-08 to bid and contract window and door replacement at Water Pollution Control Facility (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-09 to enter agreement with American Municipal Power, Inc. for Smart Thermostat Program (4-1)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting in Bowling Green, OH. The agenda lists legislation adopted on January 17, 2023, but the specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Adoption of legislation (specifics not listed)

Council approved Resolution #3839 to update the city's bicycle map with potential corridor studies for Main St. and W. Wooster St. A request to vacate a portion of Gould Street was tabled. Several new ordinances regarding IT equipment, utility contracts, and pump station improvements were introduced for first reading.

• Approved minutes of January 3, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Amended Resolution #3839 to add 'Potential Shared Road Corridor Study' to North and South Main (7-0)
• Denied amendment to remove 'sharrows' from the bicycle map legend (3-4)
• Amended Resolution #3839 to add 'Potential Shared Road Corridor Study' to West Wooster St. (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution #3839 as amended (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance #9057 regarding vacating a portion of Gould Street until February 6 (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss local designations, including signage at University Hall and a building inventory for the Wood County Courthouse and former jail. The agenda also includes updates on the Boom Town District, interpretive signage projects, and potential grant applications. Most items are discussion items rather than final decisions.

• University Hall signage discussion
• Wood County Courthouse and former jail building inventory
• 328 East Court Street update
• Boom Town District strategic plan goal
• SHPO CLG Grant and Ohio History Fund Grant applications

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 22, 2022, meeting. Members discussed potential local historic designations for North Maple and planned for National Preservation Month in May 2023.

• Approved November 22, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is meeting to discuss routine operational items, including the 2023 equipment and vehicle purchases, leasing municipal property for agricultural purposes, and improvements to the Village Pump Station. The board will also consider advertising for bids for electric transformers and review funding and grants for the lead water service line inventory. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports from utility divisions and officials.

• 2023 Equipment and Vehicle Purchases
• Lease of Municipal Property for Agricultural Purposes
• Village Pump Station Improvements
• Advertise for Bids - Electric Transformers
• Lead Water Service Line Inventory - Funding and Grants

The Board of Public Utilities approved several resolutions to advertise for bids and enter contracts for equipment, agricultural leases, and electrical transformers. The Board also authorized the pursuit of loans and grants for the Village Pump Station and water service line inventory.

• Approved Resolution 01-2023-01 for equipment and vehicle purchases/sales (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-02 for agricultural property lease bids (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-03 for Village Pump Station design and construction bids (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-04 to execute loan agreements for Village Pump Station via OWDA or OEPA WPCLF (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-05 for electrical distribution transformer bids (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023-06 to accept funds or grants for water service line inventory (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 28, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the January 3, 2023 City Council meeting. The only listed item is the adoption of legislation, with details provided in a separate PDF document. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed on the agenda itself.

• Adoption of legislation for the January 3, 2023 meeting

City Council adopted a resolution to transfer and advance fiscal year 2023 funds. The council also approved ordinances for Gypsy Lane Road resurfacing, sludge disposal services, and water facility slide gate replacement.

• Adopted Resolution #3843 transferring and advancing FY2023 funds (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #3841 for Community Development Block Grant application (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9050 for Gypsy Lane Road resurfacing (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9052 for Line Sludge Disposal Services (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9053 accepting a utility easement from Wood County (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9054 to replace slide gates at Water Pollution Control Facility (7-0)
• Approved Mayor's appointments for City Boards and Commissions (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)