Broadview Heights public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance 24-2024, which would make temporary appropriations for city expenses and expenditures from January 1 through January 15, 2025. This is a routine interim measure to keep the city operating while the annual budget is finalized. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as reports, resident participation, and a first reading of the ordinance.

• Ordinance 24-2024 – temporary appropriations for city expenses from January 1 to January 15, 2025 (first reading)

Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 24-2024, making temporary appropriations for January 1-15, 2025, to prevent a city shutdown. The ordinance was passed after suspending rules to allow a single reading, with all six present members voting yes. The move was necessary because the 2025 budget had failed to pass earlier, leaving no lawful appropriations for the first two weeks of January.

• Adopted Ordinance 24-2024 for temporary appropriations Jan 1-15, 2025 (6-0)
• Suspended council rules to allow single reading of Ordinance 24-2024 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-168 authorizing Cox Cable agreement (6-0)

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding a work session to review items from the Finance and Service departments. The body will discuss a maintenance renewal and a fuel agreement.

• File Server Maintenance Renewal from BPI
• Fuel Agreement from Guttman Energy

The council held a work session to discuss the 2025 budget and other items. No formal votes were taken. The main discussion centered on a proposal to amend the budget to freeze the mayor's and police/fire chiefs' salaries, but the law director stated the budget is separate from salary ordinances and changes cannot be made during a term. Council agreed to discuss the salary structure in January. Other items discussed included a file server maintenance renewal and a fuel agreement, but no decisions were made.

• Discussed 2025 budget; no vote taken
• Discussed file server maintenance renewal for $2,613; no vote taken
• Discussed fuel agreement with Guttman Energy; no vote taken
• Agreed to discuss mayor/chief salary structure at January work session

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council Finance Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve invoices from the Law Director and Assistant Law Director(s), including a $3,076.25 invoice from Vince Ruffa. The agenda also includes miscellaneous business and resident participation.

• Approval of Law Director and Assistant Law Director(s) invoices
• Vince Ruffa invoice for $3,076.25

The Finance Committee approved the Law Director and Assistant Law Director invoices for Vince Ruffa in the amount of $3,076.25. The motion was made by Glenn Goodwin, seconded by Robert Boldt, and passed unanimously by voice vote. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Law Director and Assistant Law Director invoices for $3,076.25 (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will consider a third reading of an ordinance to make appropriations for 2025 expenses. The body is also reviewing several service agreements for city operations.

• Ordinance 23-2024: Appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures for 2025
• Resolution 2024-168: Agreement with Cox Cable for phone and internet services
• Resolution 2024-169: Agreement with Stefanik Iosue & Associates, LLC for labor relations and HR counseling
• Resolution 2024-170: Agreement with Guttman Energy, Inc for 2025 fuel purchases
• Resolution 2024-171: Agreement with BPI Information Systems for server maintenance

Council adopted the 2025 appropriations ordinance (23-2024) on a 4-3 vote, but because it lacked a supermajority, the emergency clause is invalid and the budget won't take effect for 30 days. Council also approved agreements for Cox Cable services, labor relations consulting, fuel purchases, and server maintenance. A resident's questions about event costs were read into the record.

• Adopted 2025 appropriations ordinance 23-2024 (4-3)
• Approved Cox Cable phone/internet agreement (Resolution 2024-168, second reading)
• Approved labor relations consulting with Stefanik Iosue & Associates (Resolution 2024-169, 5-2)
• Approved 2025 fuel purchase agreement with Guttman Energy (Resolution 2024-170, unanimous)
• Approved server maintenance agreement with BPI Information Systems (Resolution 2024-171, unanimous)

Planning Commission

The December 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. Previously tabled case #2023-17 (ground sign for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 1123 W. Royalton Road) has been withdrawn. Two other sign applications (L’ufficio Cigar & Social Club at 10576 Broadview Road and First Watch at 4516 E. Royalton Road) were scheduled for final approval but not acted upon.

• Meeting cancelled with no action taken
• Case #2023-17 (Sgt. Clean Car Wash ground sign) withdrawn
• Case #2024-18 (L’ufficio Cigar & Social Club signs) not considered
• Case #2024-19 (First Watch signs) not considered

Legal & Public Notice

The December 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. Three items were on the agenda: a ground sign for Sgt. Clean Car Wash (withdrawn), wall signs for L’ufficio Cigar & Social Club, and wall signs for First Watch. No decisions were made.

• PC Case #2023-17: Ground sign for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 1123 W. Royalton Road – withdrawn
• PC Case #2024-18: Two wall signs and a bay door sign for L’ufficio Cigar & Social Club at 10576 Broadview Road
• PC Case #2024-19: Two wall signs and monument panel for First Watch at 4516 E. Royalton Road

City Council

Council will hold first readings on resolutions authorizing agreements for aquatic therapy (Cleveland Clinic), senior transportation, software support, police computer maintenance, EMS training (University Hospitals), EMS billing amendment, and Cox cable services. A second reading of the 2025 appropriations ordinance will also be considered. All items are declared emergencies.

• Second reading of 2025 appropriations ordinance (23-2024) for city expenses
• First reading: agreement with Cleveland Clinic for aquatic therapy (2024-161)
• First reading: agreement with Senior Transportation Connection for transportation services (2024-162)
• First reading: agreement with TAC Computers for police department maintenance services (2024-165)
• First reading: agreement with Cox Cable for phone and internet services (2024-168)

Council unanimously adopted seven resolutions authorizing agreements with Cleveland Clinic, Senior Transportation Connection, Software Solutions, TAC Computers, University Hospitals, and Medicoount Management, and amended a prior EMS billing agreement. A resolution for Cox Cable phone/internet services was introduced for first reading only. The 2025 appropriations ordinance had its second reading. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-161 with Cleveland Clinic for aquatic therapy (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-162 with Senior Transportation Connection for transportation services (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-163 with Software Solutions for accounting/analytics cloud hosting (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-164 with Software Solutions for annual software support (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-165 with TAC Computers for police maintenance services (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-166 with University Hospitals for EMS training program (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-167 amending Resolution 2021-56 with Medicoount Management for EMS billing (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution 2024-168 with Cox Cable for phone/internet services (first reading only)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests. The main item is a request for an area variance, a second garage variance, and a height variance at 5328 W. Mill Road. Also up for discussion are a front lot width variance on Broadview Road and a side yard setback variance for a generator at 2450 Valley Parkway. One appeal (4823 Westminster Lane) has been withdrawn.

• Request for 780 sq. ft. area variance over the 1200 sq. ft. maximum for a garage at 5328 W. Mill Road
• Variance to allow a second garage and additional driveway on the same parcel at 5328 W. Mill Road
• Height variance of 2 ft. above the 16 ft. maximum for a garage at 5328 W. Mill Road
• Variance for 20 ft. front lot width reduction to 80 ft. to build a single-family dwelling on Broadview Road
• Variance for 10 ft. side yard setback reduction for a generator at 2450 Valley Parkway

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss four separate variance requests. These requests involve adjustments to lot width, setbacks, and garage specifications for residential and commercial properties.

• BZA APPEAL #2024-13: Area, second garage, and height variances for 5328 W. Mill Road
• BZA APPEAL #2024-14: 5 ft. side yard setback variance for a garage addition at 4823 Westminster Lane
• BZA APPEAL #2024-15: 20 ft. front lot width variance to build a single family dwelling on Broadview Road
• BZA APPEAL #2024-16: 10 ft. side yard setback variance for a generator at 2450 Valley Parkway

Legal & Public Notice

The November 27, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council holds a work session to discuss several proposed contracts and agreements, including a Cleveland Clinic contract for aquatic therapy, an amendment to transportation services, fire department training and medicount agreements, finance department contracts for SSI and Cox Cable, and a police computer agreement. No votes will be taken as this is a discussion session.

• Cleveland Clinic Contract for Aquatic Therapy
• Amendment to Transportation Services Contract
• Agreement for Emergency Training Program Field Experience and Addendum to Medicount Client Services Agreement
• SSI VIP and Analytic Cloud Services, Cox Cable Contract, and SSI Annual Support to Council
• TAC Computer Agreement for 2025

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council will hold a special meeting to consider extending a moratorium on small box discount stores and adding big box stores to that moratorium for 12 months. They will also hold a first reading on the 2025 appropriations ordinance. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and pending litigation.

• Resolution 2024-160: Extends moratorium on small box discount stores for 12 months and adds big box stores to the moratorium (emergency)
• Ordinance 23-2024: Makes appropriations for city expenses for 2025 (first reading, emergency)
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation

City Council

The Service Committee is meeting to discuss the budget and spending for the 20-year road program and the 2025 road program projection. The committee will also address failing retention basins 5-7 and ongoing Rumpke service issues.

• Finance report of budget/spending for the 20 year road program
• Road Program Projection 2025
• Failing retention basins 5-7
• Rumpke service issues

City Council

The Finance Committee is meeting to review additional appropriations for the 2025 Road Program and fire department funds. A proposal for a new fire station is expected to be submitted to Council in early 2025.

• Additional appropriations for 2025 Road Program
• Fire Department funds
• New fire station proposal for early 2025

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council will hold first readings on multiple resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a settlement agreement in the lawsuit Slavic Full Gospel Church, Inc. v. City of Broadview Heights (Case No. CV24-995802). The council will also consider resolutions to approve purchases: a dumbbell set from G&G Fitness, 15 computers from Dell Technologies, electrical components from Graybar, 2025 fuel from World Fuel Services, wood staining for a pavilion from DWA Recreation, and a police vehicle from Ganley Ford. Additionally, a resolution accepts tax levies as determined by the Budget Commission and certifies them to the county fiscal officer. Several ordinances involve fund transfers and appropriations amendments for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Resolution 2024-159: Accept tax levies as determined by Budget Commission and certify to county fiscal officer
• Ordinance 22-2024: Authorize mayor to enter final settlement agreement in Slavic Full Gospel Church lawsuit
• Resolution 2024-158: Authorize purchase of a police vehicle from Ganley Ford
• Resolution 2024-155: Authorize 2025 fuel purchases from World Fuel Services
• Resolution 2024-153: Authorize purchase of 15 computers from Dell Technologies

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider final approvals for three separate sign installations. These requests involve two wall signs and one ground sign for businesses on Royalton Road.

• Final approval for a 112” W x 26” H wall sign for Pet Wants at 203 E. Royalton Road, Suite 105
• Final approval for a 133.5” W x 22” H wall sign for Joey’s Rockin Poppin Popcorn at 203 E. Royalton Road, Suite 114
• Final approval for a 12’ 5” W x 4’ 2” H ground sign for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 1123 W. Royalton Road

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 13, 2024, to discuss and vote on final approval for three sign installations at commercial properties. The cases involve wall signs for Pet Wants and Joey's Rockin Poppin Popcorn at 203 E. Royalton Road, and a ground sign for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 1123 W. Royalton Road.

• PC Case #2024-15: Final approval for a 112" W x 26" H wall sign for Pet Wants at 203 E. Royalton Road, Suite 105
• PC Case #2024-16: Final approval for a 133.5" W x 22" H wall sign for Joey's Rockin Poppin Popcorn at 203 E. Royalton Road, Suite 114
• PC Case #2023-17: Final approval for a 12'5" W x 4'2" H ground sign for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 1123 W. Royalton Road

City Council

This is a City Council work session, meaning discussions only with no formal votes. The council will review the proposed 2025 budget and appropriations, along with talks about Rumpke waste service, park equipment purchases, and several finance-related items.

• Discussion on Rumpke garbage and recycling service
• Weights and racks purchase from G&G Fitness for Parks & Recreation
• Computer purchases and Community Diversion Program from Finance Department
• 2025 Appropriations Packet (budget) and amended appropriations for November 18
• Bid tab for supplying fuel 2024-2025, and electrical components & stain for pavilion

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council Service Committee will meet to discuss Rumpke service and handle miscellaneous business. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a discussion of Rumpke's trash collection service.

• Discussion of Rumpke Service (trash collection)

City Council

The Finance Committee will consider approval of October billing invoices from the Law Director and Assistant Law Director, totaling $3,691.50. The committee will also discuss general budget matters and miscellaneous business.

• Approval of Law Director Vince Ruffa invoice for $3,504.25
• Approval of Asst. Law Director Joseph Grandinetti invoice for $187.25
• Discussion of budget items

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a single application: a variance request from New Creation Builders LLC for 8667 Avery Road to permit a second garage and an additional driveway, contrary to the ordinance allowing only one garage per parcel. Both the Building Commissioner and City Engineer have reported no objection, with engineering conditions to be addressed during permit submittal. No other substantive business is listed.

• Variance request for second garage at 8667 Avery Road (PPN 581-33-042) by New Creation Builders LLC for owner David Hamm, per Ordinance 1268.02(B)(1).
• Variance also required for an additional driveway to serve the second garage.
• Building Commissioner report: no objection.
• City Engineer report: no objection, with conditions that downspouts tie into storm system and any floor drain tie into sanitary sewer.

Civil Service

The Broadview Heights Civil Service Commission will meet to approve August meeting minutes and certify a list of eligible patrol officer candidates. The meeting is primarily administrative with no substantive policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approve August 2024 meeting minutes
• Certify Patrol Officer eligibility list

City Council

This regular council meeting includes 10 resolutions on first reading. Items include a Winterfest display agreement, equipment purchases, software for Mayor's Court, and acceptance of Cuyahoga County funding for the 2025 Avery Road Improvement Project. Also up for consideration is a resolution to repeal a prior contract for a vehicle chassis.

• 2024-149: Cuyahoga County 50/50 program funding for the 2025 Avery Road Improvement Project
• 2024-151: Repealing Resolution 2024-139 for a Sourcewell vehicle chassis purchase
• 2024-145: Purchase of a 2026 Ford E-450 chassis from Medworks/Crossroads Ambulance
• 2024-146/147/148: Mayor's Court software agreements with Baldwin Group, Inc.
• 2024-144: Pool pump purchase from Gerow Equipment

City Council

City Council is holding a work session to discuss various departmental updates and potential legislative amendments. The body will review vendor details for ambulance chassis and funding for a 2025 road project.

• Proposed amendment to Resolution 2024-139 regarding ambulance chassis purchase from MedWerks dba Crossroads Ambulance
• 2025 Avery Improvement Project funding acceptance
• Baldwin Group Mayor's Court Software
• Fifth Third Bank OCAA
• Parks and Recreation discussions on pool pump and sign rental with Alpha-Lit

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024, has been cancelled due to no agenda items. The next meeting may be held on November 13, 2024, if items are submitted.

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council Finance Committee will consider approving invoices for the Law Director and Assistant Law Director for September 2024. The total amount is $3,638.00, with $3,236.75 for Vince Ruffa and $401.25 for Joseph Grandinetti. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.

• Approval of Law Director Vince Ruffa's September invoice for $3,236.75 and Assistant Law Director Joseph Grandinetti's invoice for $401.25

City Council

City Council will vote on several service agreements for police, fire, and public works. The body is also discussing amendments to city ordinances and the termination of a zoning moratorium.

• Resolution 2024-142: Terminating the moratorium on new project applications in the C-1 zoning district south of Edgerton Road
• Resolution 2024-136 & 2024-137: Design services from Donald Bohning & Associates for Avery Road improvements and Treeworth utility extension
• Resolution 2024-135 & 2024-139: Purchase of a light transit vehicle from Bus Services, Inc. and a 2026 Ford E-450 chassis from Sourcewell
• Resolution 2024-140: Amending the agreement with Ohio Department of Transportation for the Wallings Road bridge widening over IR-77
• Ordinance 16-2024: Establishing a procedure for an annual list of events and costs for activities on city grounds

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council holds a work session to discuss department reports and potential future action items. Topics include a list of 2025 events and costs, a proposed amendment to the C-1 Local Business zoning district, 2024 budget transfers and amended appropriations to Council, and several public works projects such as the Wallings Road Bridge Project with additional safety funding and the Avery Road Improvement Project.

• Discussion of 2025 events and costs due by January 15, 2025
• Discussion of amending the C-1 Local Business zoning district
• Discussion of 2024 transfers and amended appropriations to Council
• Discussion of Wallings Road Bridge Project – additional safety funding
• Discussion of Avery Road Improvement Project

Legal & Public Notice

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, has been cancelled. There were no agenda items to discuss.

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council will hold a meeting to consider several resolutions, including a second reading of a contract with ProTech for police equipment and first readings on tax levy certifications, prisoner housing services with Parma, LexisNexis data access, and two opioid settlement agreements (Target and Henry Schein). All resolutions are declared emergencies. The council will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Second reading of resolution for police equipment agreement with ProTech
• First reading of resolution to certify tax levies and rates to the county fiscal officer
• First reading of resolution to authorize prisoner housing services agreement with the City of Parma
• First reading of resolution for law enforcement data access agreement with LexisNexis
• First readings of resolutions to participate in opioid litigation settlements with Target and Henry Schein

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four variance requests. Items include setback and fence type at 10576 Broadview Road, front-yard setback for a pole barn at 3151 E. Wallings Road, pool house size at 297 Village Drive, and shed size at 3651 Elmbrook Drive. The board will take public comments and vote on each appeal.

• Variance appeal #2024-08: patio setback from 100 ft to 25 ft and allow a horizontal/slat fence at 10576 Broadview Road
• Variance appeal #2024-09: allow existing pole barn to stay in front yard setback of proposed dwelling at 3151 E. Wallings Road
• Variance appeal #2024-10: pool house exceeding allowed size by 296 ft 4 in at 297 Village Drive
• Variance appeal #2024-11: shed exceeding allowed size by 256 sq ft at 3651 Elmbrook Drive
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review four applications for zoning variances. These requests involve setbacks for a patio and pole barn, as well as size exceptions for a pool house and shed.

• BZA APPEAL #2024-08: Variance for a 25 ft. side yard setback and a horizontal/slat fence at 10576 Broadview Road
• BZA APPEAL #2024-09: Variance to allow an existing pole barn in the front yard setback at 3151 E. Wallings Road
• BZA APPEAL #2024-10: Variance for a pool house 296 ft. 4 in. over the allowed 320 sq. ft. at 297 Village Drive
• BZA APPEAL #2024-11: Variance for a shed 256 ft. over the allowed 320 sq. ft. at 3651 Elmbrook Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider final approval for three separate site requests. These include new signage for a Dunkin and Jossi’s Bakery Shop, and exterior renovations for a former Bob Evans restaurant.

• PC Case #2024-12: Installation of 8 signs for Dunkin at 1057 West Royalton Road
• PC Case #2024-13: Exterior renovation of former Bob Evans restaurant at 4516 E. Royalton Road
• PC Case #2024-14: Installation of a 5 ft. x 2 ft. 10 in. wall sign for Jossi’s Bakery Shop at 9210 Broadview Road

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission approved three final sign and exterior renovation requests: new signage for Dunkin at 1057 West Royalton Road, a wall sign for Jossi's Bakery Shop at 9210 Broadview Road, and an exterior renovation for First Watch at 4516 E. Royalton Road. All three motions passed unanimously. The commission also noted that City Council approved horizontal fencing, and approved the minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting.

• Approved 8 new signs for Dunkin at 1057 West Royalton Road (unanimous)
• Approved 5 ft. x 2 ft. 10 in. wall sign for Jossi's Bakery Shop at 9210 Broadview Road (unanimous)
• Approved exterior renovation of former Bob Evans for First Watch at 4516 E. Royalton Road (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission minutes from September 11, 2024

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hear three cases at its September 25, 2024 meeting: a sign package for Dunkin at 1057 West Royalton Road, final approval for the exterior renovation of the former Bob Evans restaurant for First Watch at 4516 E. Royalton Road, and final approval for a wall sign for Jossi's Bakery at 9210 Broadview Road. Applications and materials are available at the Building Department.

• PC Case #2024-12: Adams Signs & Graphics for Dunkin seeks approval for eight new signs (wall, monument, drive-thru menu board, etc.) at 1057 West Royalton Road
• PC Case #2024-13: Ryan Chappell for First Watch Restaurants Inc. requests final approval for exterior renovation of the former Bob Evans restaurant at 4516 E. Royalton Road
• PC Case #2024-14: CESCO Imaging for Jossi's Bakery Shop seeks final approval for a 5 ft. x 2 ft. 10 in. wall sign at 9210 Broadview Road

City Council

City Council is holding a work session to discuss financial requests and public safety agreements. The meeting includes reviews of tax levy advances and police department contracts.

• Request to County Fiscal Officer to advance tax levies
• Rates & Levies Resolution 2025 (Tax Year 2024)
• Prisoner Housing Agreement with Parma
• LexisNexis Agreement
• City Permitted Public/Private discussion

City Council

City Council will hold first readings on several resolutions including amendments to the Kenmar sewer repair contract with J & J Enterprises, a police equipment agreement with Protech, and payment of professional service claims. An ordinance amending Chapter 1312 of city code is also introduced. The council will recess into executive session to discuss pending litigation and land acquisition.

• Resolution 2024-123: First reading to amend agreement with J & J Enterprises for the Kenmar Sewer Repair Project
• Resolution 2024-124: First reading to authorize an agreement with Protech for police equipment
• Resolution 2024-125: First reading to direct payment of certain professional and other services claims
• Ordinance 14-2024: First reading to amend Chapter 1312 of the Codified Ordinances (emergency)
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation and land acquisition

The Broadview Heights City Council met on September 16, 2024, and unanimously adopted four resolutions (2024-123, 2024-125, 2024-126) and one ordinance (14-2024), all by 6-0 votes. Resolution 2024-124 was held for first reading only, pending additional quotes. The council also recessed into executive session to discuss pending litigation and land acquisition, then reconvened and adjourned.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-123 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-125 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-126 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-2024 (6-0)
• Held Resolution 2024-124 for first reading only
• Recessed into executive session for pending litigation and land acquisition (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request from Richard Davis to split and consolidate two parcels at 8328 Wyatt Road. The applicant seeks to split the northern portion of parcel 581-29-029 and merge it with adjacent parcel 581-29-028. The commission will also hear reports from the building commissioner and city engineer before taking action.

• Lot split request for 8328 Wyatt Road (parcels 581-29-028 and 581-29-029)
• Consolidation of northern portion of Parcel A with Parcel B
• Public hearing and vote on case #2024-11

The Planning Commission approved a lot split and consolidation for property at 8328 Wyatt Road, owned by Richard Davis. The action combines two parcels into two even-acreage lots, with no construction planned on the rear parcel. The motion was approved unanimously.

• Approved lot split and consolidation for 8328 Wyatt Road (unanimous)

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Richard Davis to split the northern portion of parcel 581-29-029 and consolidate it with adjacent parcel 581-29-028. The meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The application and supporting materials are available for public review at the Building Department.

• Request by Richard Davis for a lot split of Parcel A (PPN 581-29-029) and consolidation with Parcel B (PPN 581-29-028) at 8328 Wyatt Road

City Council

The Service and Safety Committees are meeting to discuss one item of new business. The agenda focuses on an electronic gate at Tollis and Amelia.

• Discussion of electronic gate at Tollis/Amelia

The Service/Safety Committee voted to keep the road between Tollis and Amelia closed, using a guardrail as the permanent barrier. The safety committee unanimously recommended the road stay closed, and the service committee approved the guardrail method, with plans to explore pedestrian access while deterring motorcycles. The committee also voted to refer to the law director to review the safety director's authority to temporarily open the road during emergencies.

• Safety committee voted 3-0 to recommend closing the road between Tollis and Amelia
• Service committee voted 3-0 to use a guardrail as the road closure method
• Service committee voted 3-0 to refer to law director on safety director's emergency authority to open road

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council will hold a work session to discuss several departmental proposals. Items include updates to fencing regulations and a revised storm sewer repair proposal.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 1312 to add horizontal fencing
• Revised proposal for Ken Mar storm sewer repair
• September Bills Resolution
• Pro-Tech Order for the Police Department
• Discussion on city permitted public/private matters

The council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed whether to allow renting the amphitheater and a new pavilion, with the law director warning against selective rentals. They also reviewed a police equipment order, a fence ordinance amendment, and a storm sewer repair cost increase, all to be placed on future agendas.

• Discussed amphitheater rental policy; no action taken
• Reviewed $41,087.48 Ken Mar storm sewer repair proposal
• Discussed ProTech order for three shields and six halligan tools
• Reviewed fence ordinance amendment for horizontal fencing
• Discussed September bills resolution for Champion Data Systems invoice

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will decide on two variance requests: one to keep an existing gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road (the applicant is also in court for not addressing the issue in a timely manner), and another to allow a shed at 8462 Vera Drive to be 5 feet from the side lot line instead of the required 10 feet. The board also plans to discuss a motion recommending that City Council approve horizontal/slat-type fencing as a permitted type in residential and nonresidential districts.

• Variance request for gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road (BZA Appeal #2024-06)
• Variance request for shed setback at 8462 Vera Drive (BZA Appeal #2024-07)
• Discussion on motion for Council to allow horizontal/slat fencing in residential and nonresidential districts
• Approval of minutes from April 3, 2024 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a 12x16 shed at 8462 Vera Drive to be located 5 feet from the south side lot line, instead of the required 10 feet. The Board also tabled a variance request to keep a gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road due to an ongoing court case. Additionally, the Board approved a motion to recommend horizontal/slat fencing as a permitted type in residential and nonresidential districts to City Council.

• Approved shed variance at 8462 Vera Drive (4-0)
• Tabled gravel driveway variance at 2429 W. Sprague Road (4-0)
• Approved motion to recommend horizontal/slat fencing to City Council (4-0)

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 4, 2024, to consider two variance applications. One seeks to keep a gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road; the other requests a reduced setback for a shed at 8462 Vera Drive.

• Variance request by Robert Lusetti to keep an existing gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road, contrary to hard-surface requirement (Section 1023.01(A)(B)).
• Variance request by Matthew Mucha to place a 12x16 shed 5 ft. from the south side lot line at 8462 Vera Drive, instead of the required 10 ft. setback (Section 1268.02(C)(1)).

City Council

This is a regular meeting with first readings of several resolutions and ordinances. Items include a proposed closure of Tollis Parkway, an engineering design contract for tennis courts, a beverage services agreement, acceptance of a drug prevention grant, and amendments to two city code sections. No final decisions are expected as all legislative items are on first reading.

• Resolution 2024-118 providing for closure of Tollis Parkway, declared an emergency
• Resolution 2024-117 authorizing tennis court engineering and design services with Hejou-Cox and Associates
• Resolution 2024-119 authorizing beverage services agreement with Arbata Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC
• Resolution 2024-120 accepting a 2023-2024 Drug Use Prevention Grant from the Ohio Attorney General's Office
• Ordinance 12-2024 amending Section 256.21 and Ordinance 13-2024 amending Section 274.02 of the city codified ordinances

Council unanimously adopted six resolutions and two ordinances, including the closure of Tollis Parkway and agreements for tennis court design, beverage services, drug prevention grant, and truck repairs. The fire chief urged council to fund a new fire station using available income tax funds, but no action was taken. A resident raised concerns about potential luxury senior apartments, and the service director agreed to address mosquito issues in wet basins.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-122 honoring firefighter/paramedic Kristopher Vajda (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-117 for tennis court engineering with Hejouk-Cox and Associates (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-118 closing Tollis Parkway (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-119 with Arbata Coca-Cola for beverage services (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-120 accepting Ohio drug use prevention grant (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-121 with Rush Truck Centers for truck repairs (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 12-2024 amending Section 256.21 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-2024 amending Section 274.02 (4-0)

City Council

This is a special work session of Broadview Heights City Council. The only business item is a discussion regarding a barricade or gate at the intersection of Tollis Parkway and Amelia Drive. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion on Tollis Parkway/Amelia Drive barricade/gate

At a special work session, City Council discussed and then voted to close the Tollis Parkway/Amelia Drive barricade, which had been removed during repaving. The mayor committed to signing the legislation that night and having the guardrail reinstalled the next morning. Council also scheduled a combined Service/Safety committee meeting for September 9 to discuss long-term options, including a possible lift gate for emergencies. Residents presented a petition with 164 signatures demanding the barricade be restored, citing safety and traffic concerns.

• Approved legislation to close the Tollis Parkway/Amelia Drive barricade (vote tally not recorded)
• Scheduled combined Service/Safety committee meeting for September 9 at 6:30 PM to discuss long-term closure mechanisms
• Mayor committed to signing legislation and reinstalling guardrail by 8-9 AM the next day

Legal & Public Notice

The August 28, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled due to no agenda items submitted. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council Finance Committee will consider approving June and July invoices from Law Director Vince Ruffa, totaling $3,450.75 and $3,504.25 respectively. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Approval of Law Director Vince Ruffa's billing for June ($3,450.75) and July ($3,504.25)

The Finance Committee approved the Law Director's billing invoices for June and July, totaling $6,955.00. The motion passed unanimously with all members voting in favor. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Approved Law Director billing for June ($3,450.75) and July ($3,504.25) (unanimous)

City Council

City Council is holding a work session to discuss various department proposals and contracts. Topics include software for the Building Department and storm sewer repairs. Some items, including city-sponsored events, have been postponed to September 9.

• Proposed three year software contract with IWORQ Service
• Acceptance of the DARE Grant
• 2025 Campus Improvement Project tennis court proposal
• EDLR Ken Mar Storm Sewer Repair revised proposal
• Coke Contract and amendment to 256.21

Civil Service

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review the June meeting minutes and discuss a proposed change to Section 8.4 regarding the Rating of Competitors. This follows discussions about removing the general written exam requirement for the Chief of Police position.

• Review of Section 8.4 Rating of Competitors Change
• Approval of June meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a final approval hearing for a monument sign at 3505 E. Royalton Road, proposed by Agile Sign for Ohio Cat. The sign is 8 ft wide by 6 ft high on E. Royalton Road. Both the Building Commissioner and City Engineer have no comment.

• Final approval of monument sign (8 ft W x 6 ft H) at 3505 E. Royalton Road for Ohio Cat by Agile Sign

The Planning Commission approved a monument sign for Ohio Cat at 3505 E. Royalton Road, despite the applicant's late arrival. The approval includes a condition that landscaping be provided to hide the concrete base, to be verified by the Building Department after installation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only procedural updates.

• Approved monument sign (8 ft W x 6 ft H) at 3505 E. Royalton Road (3-0)
• Conditioned approval on landscaping to hide concrete base, with Building Department follow-up

Legal & Public Notice

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request from Agile Sign for Ohio Cat. The body will consider final approval for a monument sign at 3505 E. Royalton Road.

• PC Case #2024-10: Request to install an 8 ft. W x 6 ft. H monument sign at 3505 E. Royalton Road

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two requests for variances from city zoning codes. The board will decide if applicants are permitted to deviate from standard driveway surfacing and accessory structure setback requirements.

• BZA Appeal #2024-06: Request by Robert Lusetti to keep a gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road
• BZA Appeal #2024-07: Request by Matthew Mucha for a 12x16 shed to be located 5 ft. from the south side lot line at 8462 Vera Drive
• Approval of minutes from April 3, 2024

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hear two variance appeals. One seeks to keep an existing gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road; the other seeks a reduced side-yard setback for a shed at 8462 Vera Drive.

• Variance to keep a gravel driveway at 2429 W. Sprague Road per Section 1023.01(A)(B)
• Variance to place a 12x16 shed 5 ft from the south side lot line at 8462 Vera Drive, contravening the required 10-ft setback per Section 1268.02(C)(1)

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will consider two items: a request for fence and gate variances at 2400 Harris Road, tabled from June 12, and a final approval for a wall sign at 403 E. Royalton Road, Suite 121. The fence variance seeks permission for a 3-foot front-yard fence and 10-foot driveway gate beyond the front setback, plus a wood fence type not currently approved. The sign is for M. Fusion Studio & Academy.

• Fence variance request at 2400 Harris Road for front-yard fence and gate (PC Case #2024-08)
• Wall sign installation at 403 E. Royalton Road, Suite 121 (PC Case #2024-09)
• Applicant: McNamara's Fence LLC for owner Allison Thompson
• Applicant: Medina Signs Inc. for M. Fusion Studio & Academy
• Approval of minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission is hearing a tabled case (PC #2024-08) requesting two variances for a fence at 2400 Harris Road. The applicant seeks permission to install a 3-foot front-yard fence and a 10-foot gate beyond the front setback, as well as 265 feet of horizontal wood fencing not typically allowed. The meeting includes a caucus at 6:30 p.m. followed by the public hearing at 7:00 p.m.

• Variance to install a 3 ft fence and 10 ft gate in the front yard beyond the front setback (Ord.1312.06(D)(3)(c))
• Variance to install 265 ft of 3 ft high Horizontal 3 Board Pattern wood fencing (Ord.1312.06(B))
• Applicant: McNamara's Fence LLC for owner Allison Thompson
• Case tabled from June 12, 2024 meeting

Legal & Public Notice

The Planning Commission will meet to consider two specific site requests. The body will review a request for a wall sign and a request for fencing variances.

• PC Case #2024-09: Final approval for a 202.5 W x 27.5 H wall sign at 403 E. Royalton Road, Suite 121
• PC Case #2024-08: Variance for a 3 ft. fence and 10 ft. wide gate in the front yard at 2400 Harris Road
• PC Case #2024-08: Variance for 265 ft. of 3 ft. high Horizontal 3 Board Pattern wood fencing at 2400 Harris Road

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2024, has been cancelled. There are no agenda items listed for this session.

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items were listed in this notice.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a first reading for Resolution 2024-115. This resolution proposes a six-month moratorium on new applications for commercial retail projects in C-1 districts located south of Edgerton Road.

• Resolution 2024-115: Six-month moratorium on new commercial retail applications south of Edgerton Road

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. There are no agenda items listed for this session.

• No agenda items

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various municipal matters. Discussions include contract reviews, delinquent utility bills, and equipment purchases.

• Ohio Cat contract discussion
• Delinquent 2023 storm and sanitary sewer bills
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford Explorer
• Pickleball court design consultant proposal acceptance
• Blanket contracts for Home Days

Civil Service

The Civil Service Commission will discuss upcoming testing for the Police Chief and Patrol positions. The commission will also review December meeting minutes and a suggested change to Section 8.4 regarding the rating of competitors.

• Upcoming test for Police Chief
• Patrol test
• Review of December meeting minutes
• Suggested change to Section 8.4 rating of competitors

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings on several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and services. Proposed items include a revised zone map, HVAC work at Fire Station No. 1, and architectural design for a new storage building.

• Adoption of a revised city zone map (Resolution 2024-99)
• Architectural design services for a service storage building by Glen D. Ramage, Inc. (Resolution 2024-100)
• HVAC work at Fire Station No. 1 and the Service Garage by The K Company, Inc. (Resolution 2024-101)
• Amendment to the 2024 street striping program with J.D. Striping and Services, Inc. (Resolution 2024-102)
• Email protection and back-up solution contract with CDWG (Resolution 2024-103)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a request for a 3 ft. fence and 10 ft. gate at 2400 Harris Road. The agenda also includes revisiting a tabled variance for a gate on Wolf Drive that blocks private drive traffic.

• Variance request for a 3 ft. fence and 10 ft. gate at 2400 Harris Road
• Request to use Horizontal 3 Board Pattern wood fencing at 2400 Harris Road
• Revisiting a variance for a gate on Wolf Drive that blocks private drive traffic

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hear a request for two fencing variances at 2400 Harris Road. The application seeks permission to install a front yard fence and gate, as well as use a specific wood fence pattern.

• Variance for a 3 ft. front yard fence and 10 ft. driveway gate at 2400 Harris Road
• Variance to install 265 ft. of Horizontal 3 Board Pattern wood fencing

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several departmental updates. Discussions include email protection solutions, the alternative tax budget, and HVAC work at Fire Station 1. The Engineering Department will also present on the revised zoning map and paving program changes.

• Barracuda Email Protection and Backup Solution
• Alternative Tax Budget
• Service Storage Building design
• HVAC work at Fire Station 1 and Service Garage
• Revised Zoning Map

City Council

The Building Codes & Public Building, GPZ Committee is meeting to discuss a revised zoning map. The committee's objectives include reviewing building codes and the usage of public land.

• Revised Zoning Map

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for June 5, 2024, has been cancelled. There are no agenda items listed for this session.

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 3, 2024, with several first-read resolutions authorizing agreements for live music at the community amphitheater, a pavilion installation, use of the Cleveland Metroparks police training center, street striping, a sanitary sewer extension along Edgerton Road, and a NOACA senior mobility program. The council will also consider two ordinances amending city code sections and motions to approve $10,000 donations to CAPA and the North Royalton City School District for drug abuse programs. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person on agenda resolutions.

• Resolution 2024-93: Agreement with Cleveland Federation of Musicians for live music at the Community Amphitheater
• Resolution 2024-94: Agreement with DWA Recreation for installation of a pavilion
• Resolution 2024-95: Agreement with Cleveland Metroparks for use of police training center
• Resolution 2024-96: Agreement with J.D. Striping and Services for 2024 street striping program
• Motions to donate $10,000 each to CAPA and North Royalton City School District for drug abuse programs

City Council

The GPZ Committee will meet to review building codes and the use of public land. The agenda includes discussion regarding a revised zoning map.

• Revised Zoning Map

City Council

This is a work session, not a voting meeting. Council will discuss a 12-month moratorium on marijuana applications, a revised zoning map, an Edgerton Road sanitary sewer agreement with North Royalton, a 678.99 amendment, 2024 street striping bid results, a pavilion for City Green, and a police agreement to use the MetroParks gun range.

• 12-month moratorium on marijuana applications (Resolution 2023-115)
• Revised zoning map
• Edgerton Road sanitary sewer agreement with North Royalton
• 2024 street striping bid results
• Agreement to use MetroParks gun range

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meets on May 22, 2024, to make final decisions on two site-specific cases. The body will vote on a request to install a wall sign at 9206 Broadview Road and a variance for a gate on Wolf Drive that was tabled from the previous month. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 10, 2024, session.

• Final approval vote for a 16’ 7” W x 1’ 7” H wall sign at 9206 Broadview Road (PC Case #2024-05)
• Variance vote for a gate beyond the front setback on Wolf Drive, which blocks traffic on the private drive portion (PC Case #2024-04)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 10, 2024

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will meet on May 22, 2024, to consider two cases: a final approval for a wall sign at 9206 Broadview Road and a tabled variance request for a gate on Wolf Drive. The sign request is from Fastsigns of Broadview Heights for Crafters Palace. The variance, tabled from the April 10 meeting, seeks approval for a gate already installed beyond the front setback on a private drive.

• Final approval for a 16'7" W x 1'7" H wall sign at 9206 Broadview Road (PC Case #2024-05)
• Variance for a gate beyond front setback on Wolf Drive (PC Case #2024-04, tabled from April 10)
• Gate blocks traffic on private drive portion of Wolf Drive; requires simple majority approval per Ordinance 1312.06(D)(2)(c)

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council will consider several resolutions, including a right-of-way acquisition for the Walling Road project and contracts for phone service, pump station upgrades, storm sewer repair, road salt, and safety town instruction. The council will also vote on a budget amendment and two $10,000 donations to local organizations. Most items are first readings, with the Walling Road resolution at second reading.

• Resolution 2024-81 (2nd reading): right-of-way acquisition with Drew J. Moston and Linda C. Dancik for Walling Road project
• Resolution 2024-86: phone service agreement with Easton Telecom for Fire Station No. 1
• Resolution 2024-87: electric and water upgrade at Bramblewood Pump Station with GB Automation
• Resolution 2024-88: Kenmar storm sewer repair with J&J Enterprise Services, Inc.
• Motions to donate $10,000 each to CAPA and North Royalton City School District for drug abuse programs

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council. The council will discuss several items, including a resolution authorizing a sanitary sewer extension agreement with North Royalton, the 2024 Easton Agreement, amended appropriations, and a salt consortium renewal. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion items for a future meeting.

• Resolution 2024-82: Authorizing mayor to enter into agreement with North Royalton for sanitary sewer extension along Edgerton Road
• 2024 Easton Agreement (FS1) to be presented to Council May 20
• Amended appropriations to be presented to Council May 20
• Salt Consortium with Cargill: third year renewal
• Bramblewood Pump Station electric and water upgrade

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 8, 2024, has been cancelled because there are no agenda items. The notice provides general meeting logistics and public participation information, but no specific business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items

Public Hearings

Broadview Heights City Council will hold a public hearing on May 6, 2024, to consider renewing an agricultural district for Diane Fierst's property at 8900/8930 Avery Road. The Cuyahoga County Fiscal Office approved the application, and the Council may approve, modify, or reject it. The property totals about 12 acres across two parcels.

• Public hearing for agricultural district renewal at 8900/8930 Avery Road
• Property parcels 583-07-019 (11.241 acres) and 583-07-020 (0.907 acres)
• County noted a processing error delayed notification of the renewal
• Hearing at 7:20 p.m. May 6, 2024, at Broadview Heights City Hall

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council will hold first readings on several resolutions, including a police tax renewal for the ballot, a roof repair contract, right-of-way acquisition for the Walling Road project, and a sewer extension agreement with North Royalton. The council will also consider four fund transfers and an agricultural district renewal. All resolutions are first readings, so no final decisions are expected tonight.

• Resolution 2024-85: renew police personnel tax levy, placed on election ballot
• Resolution 2024-79: contract with All Year Roofing and Construction for Circle Building roof repairs
• Resolution 2024-81: right-of-way acquisition with Drew J. Moston and Linda C. Dancik for Walling Road project
• Resolution 2024-82: sanitary sewer extension agreement with City of North Royalton along Edgerton Road
• Ordinances 2024-03 through 2024-06: transfers from General Fund to capital improvement funds

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council. The council will discuss a charter amendment and expanding Chapter 820, with time for resident input. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of a charter amendment
• Discussion of expanding Chapter 820

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been cancelled because there are no agenda items to consider. The notice provides general information about how to view applications and contact the Building Department, but no specific cases or proposals will be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items submitted

City Council

The City Council work session includes discussions on building repairs, financial appropriations, and engineering projects. Members will also review a revised zone map and an agricultural district renewal application.

• Circle Building roof repairs
• 2024 transfers to Council scheduled for 5.6.2024
• 2025 Group Retro Program request
• Walling Road bridge project
• Edgerton Road sanitary sewer extension with North Royalton

City Council

This is a special meeting of Broadview Heights City Council, called immediately after the work session. The primary purpose is to hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically the appointment, employment, or compensation of a public employee or official. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters
• No resolutions or motions listed for public action

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 24, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. (with caucus at 6:30 p.m.) in City Hall Council Chambers has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items to be heard, so the meeting will not take place.

• Meeting cancelled with no agenda items

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 22, 2024, with several first-reading resolutions. These include authorizing agreements for asphalt (Allied Corporation), a NOPEC grant, garment services (Cintas), a land exchange with the Better Business Bureau, payment of legal fees for that exchange, wireless services (Verizon), and street lighting for several subdivisions. The council will also consider motions to allow wine at the Spotlight Theatre and to accept a Planning Commission approval for a medical/office development at 4774 E. Royalton Road.

• Resolution 2024-72: Asphalt agreement with Stone Co., Inc. d/b/a Allied Corporation
• Resolution 2024-73: Accept NOPEC Energized Community Grant (2024 NEC Grant)
• Resolution 2024-74: Garment service agreement with Cintas
• Resolution 2024-75/76: Land exchange with Better Business Bureau and legal fee reimbursement
• Motion: Allow wine at Spotlight Theatre events; accept Planning Commission approval for 4774 E. Royalton Road

City Council

This is a special meeting of Broadview Heights City Council, held right after a work session. The main business is an executive session on personnel, followed by a first reading of a resolution to seek bids for street striping, plus motions to hire a new Clerk of Council and renew an agricultural district.

• Executive session on personnel matters (appointment, employment, dismissal, etc.)
• Resolution 2024-71 (first reading): authorize mayor to advertise for bids for street striping, declared an emergency
• Motion to appoint a new Clerk of Council
• Motion to renew Agricultural District for Marian Huefner at 8800 Avery Road

Public Hearings

The Broadview Heights Council is holding a public hearing to consider the application of Marian E. Huefner to place a 15.751-acre parcel at 8800 Avery Road in an agricultural district. The hearing allows interested persons to present support or contest the application. A motion is included to authorize the renewal of the agricultural district for this property.

• Public hearing on application by Marian E. Huefner for agricultural district placement of parcel No. 583-07-001 at 8800 Avery Road
• Motion to authorize renewal of Agricultural District for Marian Huefner at 8800 Avery Road

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council. The council will discuss a proposed commercial medical/office development at 4774 E. Royalton Road, which has received final approval from the Planning Commission. Other items include street striping bids, an asphalt consortium bid, a NOPEC energy grant, a Cintas renewal, and various financial and administrative matters.

• Modification for proposed Commercial Medical/Office Development at 4774 E. Royalton Road
• Authorization to bid for street striping
• Asphalt Consortium 2024 Bid Results
• Acceptance of 2024 NOPEC Energy Grant Agreement
• Renewal of Agricultural District for Marian Huefner at 8800 Avery Road

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meets to review three specific land use cases. The most significant item is the final approval of a proposed Commercial Medical/Office Development at 4774 E. Royalton Road. The commission also considers a conditional use request for a salon to offer microblading services and a variance for a gate on Wolf Drive that would block traffic flow on a private drive.

• Final approval vote for Commercial Medical/Office Development at 4774 E. Royalton Road (PC Case #2024-02)
• Conditional use request for East Em Salon Co. at 1001 W. Royalton Road to allow microblading services (PC Case #2024-03)
• Variance request for a gate on Wolf Drive that blocks traffic flow on a private drive, requiring remote operation for police and fire vehicles (PC Case #2024-04)
• Approval of minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two cases. One is a request by East Em Salon Co. for a conditional use to offer microblading services at 1001 W. Royalton Road, which is currently prohibited by ordinance. The other is a request for a variance to install a gate on Wolf Drive that would block traffic on a private drive, which is also not normally allowed. The meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.

• Conditional use request for microblading at 1001 W. Royalton Road (PC Case #2024-03)
• Variance request for a gate on Wolf Drive blocking private drive traffic (PC Case #2024-04)
• Public hearing with materials available at the Building Department
• Next meeting date if postponed: April 24, 2024

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council will consider several resolutions, including the renewal of a tax levy for police salaries, purchases of radar speed signs and cardio equipment for the fitness center, and new flooring. They will also vote on renewing an agricultural district for a property on Avery Road. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session on personnel.

• Resolution 2024-52 (third reading) to renew a tax levy for police salaries
• Resolution 2024-66 to buy radar speed signs from Elan City, Inc.
• Resolutions 2024-67, 2024-68, 2024-69 to buy cardio equipment from Design 2 Wellness, Health and Fitness Equipment, and G&G Fitness Equipment
• Resolution 2024-70 to buy new flooring for the fitness center from Design 2 Wellness
• Motion to renew an agricultural district for Marian Huefner at 8800 Avery Road

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a caucus at 5:30 p.m. to review the Duncan Factors, followed by a regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. The only item on the agenda is a request by Scott Swierkosz for a variance to build a second garage with a driveway at 2276 Hollylane Drive, which is not normally permitted. The city engineer reports the proposed outbuilding meets setback requirements and takes no exception to the variance, but a site plan showing grading will be required. The board will vote to approve, deny, postpone, or table the request.

• Variance request for second garage and driveway at 2276 Hollylane Drive (PPN 581-08-019)
• City Engineer: proposed outbuilding meets setbacks; no exceptions to approval
• Applicant must submit site plan with proposed grading for new garage
• Caucus at 5:30 p.m. to review Duncan Factors; no resident discussion
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2024 meeting

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on April 3, 2024, to consider a variance request for a second garage and an additional driveway at 2276 Hollylane Drive. The applicant, Scott Swierkosz, seeks to exceed the city's one-garage-per-parcel rule under Ordinance 1268.02(B)(1).

• Variance request for a second garage at 2276 Hollylane Drive
• Additional variance needed for a second driveway to the garage
• Applicant and owner: Scott Swierkosz
• Public hearing at City Hall, Council Chambers, 9543 Broadview Road, 2nd Floor, at 6:30 p.m.
• Application materials available at the Building Department until the hearing date

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 27, 2024, has been cancelled because there are no agenda items. The notice provides general information about the meeting location and how to access materials, but no specific business will be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled with no agenda items
• Next possible meeting date is April 10, 2024, if items are submitted

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including the renewal of a tax levy for police salaries, contracts for fireworks, website services, truck purchases, and insurance, plus a resolution urging state action on a senior property tax freeze. The council will also vote on donations to local schools and scholarship funds. Most items are first readings, with the police levy at second reading.

• Renewal of tax levy for police salaries (Resolution 2024-52, second reading)
• Agreement with American Fireworks for Home Days, Fall Music Festival, and Tree Lighting (2024-59)
• Agreement with Civic Plus for website services (2024-60)
• Purchase of 2024 Ford F350 from Valley Truck Center (2024-61) and 2023 Ford F250 from Fairway Ford (2024-62)
• Donations: $250 each to North Royalton and Brecksville-Broadview Heights After Prom Committees; $500 scholarships and $15 plaque to local schools

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council. The council will discuss purchasing two radar speed signs, several pieces of cardio equipment for parks and recreation, new flooring, and a renewal of an agricultural district for a property on Avery Road. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Purchase of two Radar Speed Signs
• Purchase of cardio equipment from Design to Wellness, Health and Fitness, and G&G Fitness Equipment
• Purchase of new flooring from Design 2 Wellness
• Renewal of an Agricultural District for Marian Huefner, 8800 Avery Road

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council. The council will discuss several items, including donations for scholarships and after-prom events, a fireworks contract, a software renewal, the purchase of two trucks, and an insurance award. No formal votes are scheduled; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Brecksville-Broadview Heights Schools Scholarship $500 and plaque $15
• North Royalton Schools Scholarship $500
• After prom donations: $250 to Brecksville-Broadview Heights, $250 to North Royalton
• Purchase F-350 from Valley Truck Center and F250 from Fairway Ford
• 2024-25 Insurance Award

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold public hearings and votes on three cases: a postponed request to cover stained windows with decals at 7955 Broadview Road, a modification to a commercial medical/office development at 4774 E. Royalton Road, and a postponed church addition at 5851 E. Wallings Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and council updates.

• PC Case #2023-19: Request by Ruff Neon & Lighting for Strong Style Holdings to cover windows with decals at 7955 Broadview Road, exceeding the 20% glass area limit.
• PC Case #2024-02: Modification of commercial medical/office development at 4774 E. Royalton Road, including final approval and variance renewal.
• PC Case #2023-20: Two-story 49,770 sq ft addition to existing 11,000 sq ft church at 5851 E. Wallings Road, with parking expansion.
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2024 meeting.

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two development cases: a modification to a commercial medical/office development at 4774 E. Royalton Road and a revised proposal to add a two-story, 49,770 sq. ft. addition to the Slavic Full Gospel Church at 5851 E. Wallings Road. The meeting is scheduled for March 13, 2024, with a caucus at 6:30 p.m. and the hearing at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.

• PC Case #2024-02: Modification of commercial medical/office development at 4774 E. Royalton Road (Final Approval)
• PC Case #2023-20 (Revised): Two-story 49,770 sq. ft. addition to existing 11,000 sq. ft. church building at 5851 E. Wallings Road
• Parking lot expansion to accommodate new church addition
• Public viewing of applications at Building Department until hearing date
• Next meeting date if postponed: March 27, 2024

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on March 6, 2024, for one case: a request by Chris Trotta of Levelheads Inc., representing property owners Raymond and Biagina Fierst, for four variances at 1554 W. Wallings Road. The variances would permit a second detached garage with an additional driveway, exceed the maximum garage area by 1,290 sq. ft., exceed the maximum height by 10 feet, and allow the accessory structure in the side yard instead of the rear yard.

• Variance for second detached garage (Section 1268.02(B)(2))
• Area variance of 1,290 sq. ft. over the 1,700 sq. ft. maximum
• Height variance of 10 ft. over the 16 ft. maximum
• Side-yard placement variance (Section 1268.02(E))
• Public hearing at City Hall, 9543 Broadview Road, 6:30 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Appeal #2024-04, a request by Chris Trotta of Levelheads Inc. for four variances at 1554 W. Wallings Road. The variances would allow a second detached garage with an additional driveway, exceed the maximum garage area by 1,290 sq. ft., exceed the height limit by 10 feet, and place the structure in the side yard instead of the rear yard. The board will take public comments and vote on the request.

• Variance for second detached garage per Section 1268.02(B)(2)
• Area variance of 1,290 sq. ft. over the 1,700 sq. ft. maximum
• Height variance of 10 ft. over the 16 ft. maximum
• Variance to place accessory structure in side yard per Section 1268.02(E)
• Public hearing and vote on Appeal #2024-04

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 4, 2024, with several first-reading resolutions. Key items include accepting a NOACA grant for senior and disabled mobility, declaring the necessity of a police salary tax levy renewal, and authorizing agreements for the Treeworth Boulevard extension, plow truck repairs, police computers, and law enforcement training materials. The council will also vote on a planning commission recommendation for a commercial lot consolidation and request a law department information session on zoning variances.

• Resolution 2024-52: Declares necessity of renewing a tax levy for police personnel salaries (ORC 5705.19(J))
• Resolution 2024-53: Authorizes agreement with Euthenics for Treeworth Boulevard Extension Project
• Resolution 2024-54: Amends Resolution 2024-02 for W.W. Williams plow truck repairs
• Resolution 2024-55: Authorizes agreement with TAC Computers for police department computer purchase
• Resolution 2024-56: Authorizes agreement with Lexipol, LLC for law enforcement procedures and training

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 28, 2024, has been cancelled because no agenda items were submitted. The notice provides general information about how to view future applications and sign up for meeting updates.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items submitted

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including accepting a NOACA grant, renewing the police levy, amending a contract with W.W. Williams for plow truck repairs, and other departmental matters. These are discussions only, not final decisions.

• Accept NOACA grant (Human Services)
• Police Levy Renewal (Finance)
• Amend 2024-02 with W.W. Williams for plow truck repairs
• Treeworth Extension with Euthenics (Service)
• Panasonic Toughbook purchase (Police)

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting with a series of first-reading resolutions covering police department equipment and services, IT contracts, and routine payments. The agenda includes resolutions to authorize agreements for a police vehicle, cybersecurity training, IT support, and police gear, as well as payments for claims and membership dues. All items are at first reading, meaning they are introduced and will require further action before final approval.

• Resolution 2024-48: Agreement with Montrose Ford for a police vehicle
• Resolution 2024-45: Agreement with BPI Information Systems for multi-factor authentication and cybersecurity training
• Resolution 2024-46: Agreement with BPI Information Systems for IT support, managed backup, and licenses
• Resolution 2024-50: Agreement with Atwells Police and Fire Equipment for guns, sights, and holsters
• Resolution 2024-44: Payment of Southwest Council of Governments membership dues

Legal & Public Notice

The Planning Commission will consider a request from OMCO Building, LLC regarding properties at 3505 and 3501 E. Royalton Road. The proposal involves demolishing the Atrium office building to install a new parking lot and consolidate two parcels.

• Demolition of Atrium office building at 3505 East Royalton Rd
• Installation of a new parking lot
• Lot consolidation of Parcels 583-18-013 and 583-18-014

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council. The council will discuss several items, including a cyber security training contract, a managed services contract renewal, a Southwest Council of Governments membership, police equipment purchases, and resolutions of appreciation for retiring officers, including allowing one to keep a K-9.

• BPI Information Service Multi Factor Authentication & Cyber Security Training
• BPI Information Service Managed Services Contract Renewal
• Membership in Southwest Council of Governments
• Atwell's Police and Fire Equipment gun/sights and holsters
• Resolutions of Appreciation for Phil Adams and Lt. Tim Scarbrough, allowing Phil Adams to keep the K-9

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests at its February 7, 2024 meeting. Both were approved unanimously (3-0). The first allows a 632 sq ft area variance at 1881 W. Wallings Road; the second allows a second garage, area and height variances at 6304 E. Sprague Road.

• Approved area variance of 632 sq ft over 1700 sq ft limit at 1881 W. Wallings Road
• Approved variance for second pole barn garage at 6304 E. Sprague Road
• Approved 500 sq ft area variance at 6304 E. Sprague Road
• Approved 2' 6" height variance (over 16' max) at 6304 E. Sprague Road

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on February 7, 2024, to consider two area variance appeals. The first seeks a variance for a 632 sq. ft. accessory structure exceeding the 1700 sq. ft. limit at 1881 W. Wallings Road. The second requests variances for a second pole barn garage and driveway, plus a 500 sq. ft. area variance, at 6304 E. Sprague Road.

• Area variance of 632 sq. ft. over 1700 sq. ft. limit at 1881 W. Wallings Road (PPN 581-14-001)
• Variance for second pole barn garage and driveway at 6304 E. Sprague Road (PPN 582-07-009)
• Area variance of 500 sq. ft. over 1700 sq. ft. limit at 6304 E. Sprague Road
• Public hearing at City Hall, 9543 Broadview Road, 2nd Floor, 6:30 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. The first seeks to allow a 632 sq ft addition over the 1700 sq ft limit at 1881 W. Wallings Road. The second requests multiple variances for a second pole barn garage at 6304 E. Sprague Road, including exceeding the one-garage rule, area, and height limits. Both have no objections from the Building Department and City Engineer.

• Area variance of 632 sq ft over 1700 sq ft limit at 1881 W. Wallings Road
• Variance for second garage, 500 sq ft over limit, and 2'6" height variance at 6304 E. Sprague Road
• Building Department and City Engineer report no objections to both requests

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is reviewing several first-reading resolutions regarding municipal contracts and equipment. Key items include employee insurance, police department resources, and infrastructure maintenance.

• Renewal of a tax levy for permanent police personnel salaries
• Agreement with Hinckley Township for resurfacing Boston Road
• Medical insurance agreement with Medical Mutual of Ohio
• Police vehicle purchase from Ken Ganley Ford and equipment from Hall Public Safety Upfitters
• Application for an Ohio Law Enforcement Body Armor Program grant

City Council

Broadview Heights City Council is holding a special meeting immediately following a work session. The only action item is the first reading of a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a tree removal agreement with Echo Tree Service, declared an emergency.

• Resolution 2024-15: authorize mayor to contract with Echo Tree Service for tree removal
• Emergency declaration on resolution

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding a work session to discuss various administrative and operational items, including a police salary renewal levy, vehicle purchases, and multiple service contracts. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Wallings Road Tree Removal agreement with Ecotree Services, not to exceed $20,000
• Police Salary Renewal Levy certification by County Auditor
• Purchase of police vehicles from Ganley Ford and upfitting with Hall Public Safety Upfitters
• Agreement with Hinckley Township to repave Boston Road
• Repeal Resolution 2023-62

Legal & Public Notice

The January 24, 2024 Planning Commission meeting is cancelled. The only item on the agenda, a request to cover windows with decals at 7955 Broadview Road, was postponed from December 13, 2023, and will be rescheduled.

• Meeting cancelled for January 24, 2024
• PC Case #2023-19: window decal request at 7955 Broadview Road
• Applicant: Ruff Neon & Lighting; Owner: Strong Style Holdings LLC
• Request seeks to cover stained windows with decals, exceeding 20% glass area limit

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 24, 2024, to consider a request by Ruff Neon & Lighting (owner: Strong Style Holdings LLC) to cover windows with decals at 7955 Broadview Road. The request seeks to hide a permanently stained window, but city code (1328.09(A)) only allows decals on up to 20% of total glass area. This case was postponed from the December 13, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for PC Case #2023-19 at 7955 Broadview Road
• Applicant: Ruff Neon & Lighting; Owner: Strong Style Holdings LLC
• Request to cover windows with decals to hide stained window
• City code limits decals to 20% of total glass area
• Meeting at City Hall, 9543 Broadview Road, 2nd Floor, 7:00 p.m. (caucus 6:45 p.m.)

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, all at first reading. Key items include agreements for stormwater services, pipe services, soil and water conservation, the purchase of a new Caterpillar wheel loader, an amendment to a road improvement agreement for Royalton Road, and a donation to the fire department. The council will also discuss amending two chapters of the city's codified ordinances and pay annual NOCCA membership dues.

• Resolution 2024-08: Agreement with Cuyahoga County Board of Health for Phase II stormwater services
• Resolution 2024-11: Purchase of a new Caterpillar wheel loader from Ohio CAT
• Resolution 2024-12: Amendment to Resolution 2023-42 for Royalton Road (S.R. 82) improvements from west corporation limits to Seneca Boulevard
• Resolution 2024-13: Accept donation from Romeo's Pizza to the Fire Department
• Motion to pay $400.00 annual NOCCA membership dues

Planning Commission

The January 10, 2024 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled. The only agenda item, a request to cover windows with decals at 7955 Broadview Road, was postponed from the December 13, 2023 meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• PC Case #2023-19: Window decals at 7955 Broadview Road (postponed)

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Broadview Heights City Council, where they will discuss various items including engineering agreements, a change order for road paving, fire code amendments, a donation, and a new loader purchase. No final votes are scheduled; it is a discussion session.

• Amend agreement with Osborn Engineering for Wallings over I-77 project
• MOU with Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District for soil and water conservation measures
• Change Order to Resolution 2023-42 with ODOT for West Royalton Road Paving
• Amend 1610.06 and 1640.03 of Codified Ordinances (fire prevention and fire lane records)
• Accept donation from Romeo's Pizza Firefighter Pizza Campaign

City Council

The Broadview Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions, including amendments to an engineering agreement for the Wallings Road over I-77 project, a contract for plow truck repairs, and new collective bargaining agreements with multiple unions. The council will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Resolution 2024-01: Amends agreement with Osborn Engineering for Wallings Road over I-77 project
• Resolution 2024-02: Authorizes agreement with W.W. Williams for plow truck repairs
• Resolution 2024-03: FOP Parma Lodge 15 contract for patrolmen (2024-2026)
• Resolution 2024-04: FOP Parma Lodge 15 contract for sergeants and lieutenants (2024-2026)
• Resolutions 2024-05 to 2024-07: Contracts with service workers, Teamsters Local 416, and firefighters

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a single appeal (2024-01) from Andrew Muhlheim for a property at 8966 Broadview Road. The applicant seeks two variances: one to install a 2-inch by 3-foot post and chain fence instead of permitted fencing types, and another to place 66 lineal feet of fence in the side yard, requiring a reduced side yard setback of 37 feet instead of the required 50 feet. The City Engineer has no objection, noting the fence would deter cut-through use while allowing snow plow turnaround. The board will also consider approval of the November 1, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Variance request for 2" x 3' post and chain fence at 8966 Broadview Road (PPN 583-01-011)
• Secondary side yard setback variance: 37' instead of required 50' for 66 lineal feet of fencing
• City Engineer concurs, citing cut-through deterrence and snow plow turnaround
• Public hearing with owner/applicant presentation and public comments
• Approval of November 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on January 3, 2024, to consider a variance request for a property at 8966 Broadview Road. The applicant seeks approval to install a post and chain fence instead of permitted types, and to place 66 lineal feet of fencing in the side yard with a reduced setback. The meeting is open to the public, and materials are available for review at the Building Department.

• Variance to install 2" x 3' post and chain fence instead of permitted types (Section 1312.06(B))
• Variance for 66 lineal feet of side yard fencing with 37' setback instead of required 50' (Section 1312.06(D)(c)(4)(a))
• Property address: 8966 Broadview Road, PPN 583-01-011
• Applicant: Mark Muhlheim; Owner: Andrew Muhlheim