Chardon public meetings in 2022
43 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Other Boards and Commissions
The agenda contains only procedural items for the Records Commission. No specific new business or substantive actions are listed in the document.
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2022
City Council
The Economic Development Committee will meet to consider modifying the Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) map. The committee will also discuss rezoning parcels on Center Street. Approval of the October 24, 2022, minutes is also scheduled.
- Modifying the Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) map
- Rezoning parcels on Center Street
- Approval of October 24, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider ordinances vacating Memorial Drive and Sixth Avenue. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a G-TV contract and temporary appropriations for city expenses through December 31, 2023. Additionally, the council will hear a request for Hanukkah decorations on the Square.
- Ordinance vacating Memorial Drive and adjacent public right of way
- Ordinance vacating Sixth Avenue and adjacent public right of way
- Ordinance accepting public improvements dedicated by Redwood Chardon
- Ordinance for temporary appropriations through December 31, 2023
- Discussion regarding a G-TV contract
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider requests to vacate the public right-of-way for Memorial Drive and Sixth Avenue. The meeting also includes an architectural review for renovations at 425 Water Street. Additionally, a dedication plat for Redwood Apartments is up for approval.
- Architectural review for front column renovations at 425 Water Street (Marc’s)
- Vacation of the public right-of-way for Memorial Drive
- Vacation of the public right-of-way for Sixth Avenue
- Dedication plat for Redwood Apartments at 155 Seventh Avenue
City Council
The Chardon City Council is meeting in a special session to discuss 2023 pre-budget topics. The council will also consider an ordinance regarding the emergency purchase of ductile iron for the Seventh Avenue construction project.
- Discussion of 2023 pre-budget topics
- Ordinance for emergency ductile iron purchase for Seventh Avenue construction project
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct an architectural review for proposed exterior renovations at 400 Washington Street. The request includes removing overhead doors and changing the building's siding and roof color.
- Architectural review for exterior renovations at 400 Washington Street
- Approval of October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The Chardon City Council will consider the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and new employee insurance contracts. The agenda also includes a property sale agreement and an ordinance to remove loading zones on Main Street.
- Adoption of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Purchase of ductile iron for Seventh Avenue Extension
- Employee medical, dental, vision, and life insurance contracts
- Sale of parcels 10-700800 and 10-709568 to Blaze Properties Acquisitions, LLC
- Removal of loading zones on Main Street via ordinance amendment
City Council
The Chardon Safety Committee will meet to receive an update on the Systemic Safety Grant. The committee will also discuss Police Department equipment upgrades and an Emergency Operations Plan tabletop exercise.
- Update on Systemic Safety Grant
- Discussion of Police Department equipment upgrades
- Discussion of Emergency Operations Plan Tabletop Exercise
- Consideration of Safety Town request
City Council
The Economic Development Committee will meet to consider tax increment financing for certain parcels. The committee will also discuss parcel rezoning and a hotel feasibility study.
- Consideration of TIF for certain parcels
- Consideration of rezoning for certain parcels
- Consideration of hotel feasibility study
- Approval of March 28, 2022 minutes
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a request for a 209 sq. ft. kitchen addition to Chardon Tavern at 405 Water Street. It will also review a plat for Hidden Glen Phase 4 involving a retention pond and open space. Additionally, the agenda includes informal discussions regarding exterior changes at 400 Washington Street and column modifications at Marc’s.
- Plat approval for Hidden Glen Phase 4 (retention pond and open space)
- 209 sq. ft. kitchen addition to Chardon Tavern at 405 Water Street
- Discussion regarding exterior changes to 400 Washington Street
- Discussion regarding column modifications at Marc’s
City Council
The council will discuss street resurfacing projects and the removal of a loading zone on Main Street. Members will also consider ordinances for new property leases and amended legal service contracts. Additionally, the VFW/American Legion has requested permission to hang memorial banners around the city.
- Ordinance for lease with Company 119, Ltd at 103 South Street, Suite #3
- Ordinance for lease with Kangas Appraisals at 107 South Street, Suite #4
- Amended employment contract for Law Director Benjamin G. Chojnacki
- Discussion of Short Court resurfacing and Main Street loading zone removal
- Request from VFW/American Legion for Memorial Veteran Banners
City Council
The Chardon Service Committee will discuss the removal of loading zones on Main Street and the future use of Short Court. The meeting also includes a review of resident project notification and an on-site inspection of the cemetery.
- Removal of loading zones on Main Street
- Future use of Short Court
- Resident project notification
- On-site review of the Cemetery
Shade Tree Commission
This meeting consists of standard procedural business, including approval of minutes and sections for old and new business. The agenda does not list any specific topics or projects.
City Council
The Chardon City Council will consider resolutions regarding shade tree maintenance, street lighting assessments, and sidewalk assessments. The agenda includes public hearings on school safety grant funding and local beautification requests. The council will also receive a report on the Joint Recreation District.
- Resolution for shade tree maintenance, blight control, and cost assessment
- Resolution of necessity for street lighting assessment
- Resolution of necessity for sidewalk assessment
- Public hearing regarding Chardon Local School District safety grant funding
- Request for a beautification project at 106 Water Street
Park & Recreation Board
The Chardon Park and Recreation Board agenda for September 1, 2022, contains only procedural items. The meeting includes the approval of July 18 minutes and a report from the Recreation Director.
- Approval of July 18, 2022 minutes
- Recreation Director’s Report
Planning Commission
The Chardon Planning Commission will consider a concept plan for an 11,978.4 sq. ft. addition to an industrial building at 510 Center Street. The commission will also review requests regarding the resumption of a car wash use and sign deviations at 213 Center Street.
- Concept plan for an 11,978.4 sq. ft. addition to 510 Center Street
- Variance request to resume car wash use at 213 Center Street
- Architectural review for exterior renovations at 213 Center Street
- Sign deviation request for a monument sign at 213 Center Street
City Council
The Chardon City Council will consider ordinances regarding utility discounts for seniors and disabled residents. The agenda also includes a request to host the Peace & Wellness Fest on September 18, 2022.
- Ordinance amending utility discounts for senior citizens and disabled ratepayers
- Request to hold Peace & Wellness Fest at Water St. and Cherry Ave.
- Establishment of the Ohio Opioid Litigation Distribution Fund
- Authorization for a lease with Jeffrey Traffis and Catie Traffis
- Renewal of liquor permits effective October 1, 2022
City Council
The Chardon City Council will hold a special session on July 23, 2022. The council is scheduled to consider a proposed mural design for the garage located at 106 Water Street.
- Proposed mural design for the garage at 106 Water Street
Planning Commission
The Chardon Planning Commission will consider requests regarding the Park Avenue MEWS concept plan and a sign height deviation for Thistle Creek Subdivision. The commission will also review minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting.
- Extension of Concept Plan approval for Park Avenue MEWS (Case #22-105)
- Sign height deviation request from 6’ to 8’ at North Hambden Street and Windflower Drive (Case #22-108)
- Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed fiscal year 2023 budget. During the regular session, the Council will consider adopting the 2023 tax budget and awarding a sidewalk repair contract to DPD Construction & Engineering, LLC.
- Public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2023 budget
- Adoption of the 2023 Tax Budget
- Sidewalk repair project award to DPD Construction & Engineering, LLC
- Resolution of Appreciation for Chardon Baseball
Shade Tree Commission
The Chardon Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 11, 2022. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific new business or projects.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a concept plan for new sidewalks along Center Street. The commission will also review a request to reduce the front yard setback at 405 Chardon Avenue.
- Concept Plan approval for approximately 1,700 feet of infill sidewalks on Center Street
- Variance request to reduce the front yard setback from 50’ to 48’ at 405 Chardon Ave
- Approval of May 17, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The Water and Sewer Committee will discuss several utility and infrastructure items. This includes an onsite assessment summary for the WWTP and WTP network separation and a request regarding PVC water line materials for Maple Trace PRD. The committee will also discuss backup generator replacement for the Burlington Lift Station and a Utility Discount Program.
- ROVISYS onsite assessment summary for the WWTP and WTP network separation
- Maple Trace PRD request to use PVC water line materials
- Backup generator replacement for Burlington Lift Station
- Utility Discount Program discussion
City Council
The Chardon City Council will meet on June 9, 2022, to discuss several legislative items. Proposed actions include awarding a construction contract for Memorial Park and authorizing a lease for property on South Street. The council will also consider changes to the Zoning Inspector job description.
- Awarding Chardon Living Memorial Park Phase 2 Improvements Project to Ohio Paving & Construction Co., Inc.
- Resolution to temporarily waive sidewalk installation at 510 Center Street
- Lease authorization for 105-B South Street with Lake Erie Video Productions, Inc.
- Changes to the Zoning Inspector job description and title
- Amending 2022 treasury appropriations
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a concept site plan for a new industrial building and several lot split requests. They will also review a sign deviation request for Wendy's Restaurant at 436 Center Street.
- Sign deviation for Wendy's Restaurant at 436 Center Street to increase sign area from 55 to 76 sq. ft.
- Concept Site Plan for a new 5,040 sq. ft. industrial building at 191 Fifth Avenue
- Lot split request for property at 191 Fifth Avenue
- Lot reconfiguration of parcels at 312 Park Avenue into two 1.194-acre parcels
City Council
The Chardon City Council will meet to consider ordinances for street maintenance and a wetland restoration project. The council will also review a resolution regarding a Geauga County Common Pleas Court case settlement. A hearing is scheduled for an update on trash and recycling services.
- Ordinance for 2022 street maintenance and repair contract with Ronyak Paving, Inc.
- Resolution authorizing settlement of Geauga County Common Pleas Court Case No. 20M000648
- Awarding the Maple Highlands Stream and Wetland Restoration Project to a selected bidder
- Annual update on trash and recycling from Waste Management
City Council
The Chardon Service Committee will discuss additional funding for the 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Program. The committee will also consider actions regarding permanent grave markings and receive an update on the Traffic Count Program.
- Additional funding for the 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Program
- Actions to ensure graves have permanent markings
- Update on the Traffic Count Program
- Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The Chardon City Council has scheduled a special session for May 4, 2022. The provided agenda contains only procedural items such as the call to order and an executive session. No specific legislative or business topics are listed in the text.
- Executive session
- Call to order
- Roll call
City Council
This meeting consists of procedural items for the Chardon Park and Recreation Board. The agenda includes a report from the Recreation Director and the approval of minutes from February 28, 2022. No specific projects or new business details are provided in the text.
- Approval of February 28, 2022, minutes
- Recreation Director's Report
Planning Commission
The Chardon Planning Commission will review architectural requests for two properties. The commission will consider amending renovations at 510 Water Street and a sign deviation for Wendy’s Restaurant.
- Architectural review for exterior renovations at 510 Water Street
- Request to remove drive-thru portico and roof at 510 Water Street
- Sign deviation request for Wendy's Restaurant at 436 Center Street
- Proposal to increase maximum sign area from 55 sq. ft. to 76 sq. ft.
City Council
The council will consider an ordinance for ODOT cooperative purchasing and a resolution to transfer city treasury funds. The agenda also includes updates on the Metzenbaum Center and Thrive theater locations. Additionally, officials will review the scope for the Park and Rec Master Plan.
- Ordinance authorizing participation in ODOT cooperative purchasing program
- Resolution transferring funds in the City of Chardon Treasury
- Review of Park and Rec Master Plan scope with Brandstetter Carroll Inc.
- Update on Metzenbaum Center plans from Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities
- Report on Thrive theater and 106 Water Street locations
City Council
The committee will meet to discuss several local development programs and initiatives. Agenda items include the Think Local Initiative, the BRE Program 2022, and retail strategies. Members will also review Community Reinvestment Areas and Tax Increment Financing.
- Consideration of Think Local Initiative with Adam Hendrickson
- Discussion of Thrive Performing and Visual Arts at 106 Water St.
- Discussion of BRE Program 2022
- Review of Community Reinvestment Areas (CRA) and Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
- Review of Retail Strategies Contract and Program
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a concept plan for the construction of a new restroom and walking trails. The proposed project is located at 220 Basquin Drive within Chardon Living Memorial Park.
- Concept plan approval for a new restroom and walking trails at Chardon Living Memorial Park
- Approval of February 1, 2022, and February 15, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The Chardon City Council will consider ordinances regarding a NOPEC energy grant and the Maple Trace residential development. The agenda also includes a request to repaint the Main Street Alley mural and an update on retail recruitment.
- Request by Chardon Square Association to repaint the Main Street Alley mural
- Retail recruitment update and current initiatives
- Consideration of IDtech Class Fee approval
- Ordinance to accept the NOPEC 2022 Energized Community Grant Fund
- Preliminary plan approval for Maple Trace 'PRD' Planned Residential District Development
Other Boards and Commissions
The City of Chardon Tax Incentive Review Council will meet to discuss and take action on several tax incentive districts. This includes reviewing TIF properties and multiple RID districts.
- Discussion and action on City of Chardon TIF Properties and Redwood TIF
- Discussion and action on Hidden Glen RID
- Discussion and action on Cider Mill RID
- Discussion and action on Windemere & Willow-Tree RID
- Discussion and action on Thistle Creek RID
City Council
The Chardon Service Committee will meet to consider a proposed rate increase from Waste Management and review the Street Maintenance Program. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 29, 2021 meeting.
- Waste Management's proposed rate increase review
- Street Maintenance Program review
- Approval of November 29, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council
The Chardon Safety Committee will discuss a request for speed reduction on Wilson Mills Road. The committee is also scheduled to review the Ohio DOT Systemic Safety Application and traffic calming procedures. Additionally, members will receive an update on 2022 equipment upgrades and discuss updates to the city's emergency plan.
- Speed reduction request for Wilson Mills Road by Patricia Landry
- Review of Ohio DOT Systemic Safety Application
- Review of traffic calming procedure
- Update on 2022 equipment upgrades
- Discussion of updates to the City's Emergency Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a concept plan for a 40,266 sq. ft. warehouse at 124 Parker Court. The commission will also consider a preliminary plan for the 96-unit Maple Trace residential subdivision.
- Case #22-004: Concept Plan and Architectural Review for a 40,266 sq. ft. warehouse at 124 Parker Court
- Case #22-018: Preliminary Plan approval for the 96-unit Maple Trace PRD subdivision on 40.11 acres
City Council
The Council will discuss business retention programs and review requests for the 2022 Brewfest. Legislative items include an ordinance for a new tax increment fund and a real estate purchase option with Sommers Development Corporation, Inc. The Council will also consider a liquor permit transfer for Bass Lake Taverne.
- Transfer of D6 liquor permit for Bass Lake Taverne
- Redwood Chardon Municipal Public Improvement Tax Increment Equivalent Fund ordinance
- Real estate purchase option with Sommers Development Corporation, Inc.
- Subdivision plat adoption for Thistlecreek PRD Phase 1
- 2022 Brewfest event review requests
City Council
The Chardon City Council will hold a special session on February 3, 2022. The meeting includes discussions regarding the fiscal year 2022 annual budget and an ordinance for annual appropriations. The council will also consider an amendment to the Classification and Pay Plan.
- Discussion of FY 2022 Annual Budget
- Ordinance for annual appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures
- Amendment to Classification and Pay Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review requests from Thistlecreek Development LLC regarding a planned residential development on North Hamden St. The agenda includes lot consolidation and record document approval for Phase 1 of the project. Additionally, the commission will elect its Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the 2022-2023 term.
- Lot consolidation request for 20.78 acres on North Hamden St. (Case #22-014)
- Record Document approval for Thistlecreek Planned Residential Development Phase 1 (Case #22-003)
- Election of Planning Commission Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2022-2023
City Council
The Chardon City Council will hold a special session to conduct interviews for a vacant council position. The agenda also includes an appointment to fill the vacancy.
- Interviews for vacant council position with candidates Kyle Martin, Molly Hegner, Colin Wantz, Madelon Horvath, Casi Vician, Victoria Nicholas, and Mark Purchase
- Appointment to fill City Council vacancy
City Council
Newly elected council members will be sworn in during this session. The council will consider resolutions regarding legal settlements, insurance, and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes a liquor permit transfer and a lease termination request.
- Acceptance of Janssen settlement agreement terms
- Purchase of a Western Star cab and chassis from Valley Freightliner
- Purchase of snow and ice control equipment from Concord Road Equipment, Mfg.
- Liquor permit transfer from Square Bistro LLC to Amador Investments LLC
- Lease termination request for 103 South Street