Berea public meetings in 2024
59 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Berea Municipal Planning Commission will consider a request for lot consolidation by the City of Berea. The body will also review applications for two new signs and a variance for an accessory structure.
- Accessory structure and height variances for 433 Beech Street
- Lot consolidation application by the City of Berea for multiple parcels
- Wall sign design application for Above the Barre Gymnastics at 1087 Berea Industrial Parkway
- Ground mounted sign design application for TIPA Collective at 182 Front Street
City Council
Berea City Council will vote on several ordinances including a lease amendment with the Cleveland Browns Football Company, LLC and a development agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC. The body is also reviewing collective bargaining agreements for firefighters and water department employees.
- Lease amendment for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard with Cleveland Browns Football Company, LLC
- Development and sale of city-owned properties with Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC
- Sale of 228 The Mall via the Berea Land Reutilization Program
- Three-year collective bargaining agreements for Berea Firefighters (Local 1836) and Water Department Employees (Local 270)
- Temporary appropriations for city expenses from January 1 to March 31, 2025
Berea City Council adopted the final 2024 appropriations ordinance (No. 11-6) and the temporary 2025 budget (No. 11-7), both unanimously. Council also approved amendments to the CRA agreement with Iris Properties (No. 11-8), a tax advance resolution (No. 11-10), and a tax exemption for public improvements (No. 11-11). A tentative economic settlement with the firefighters' union was approved as Ordinance 12-3a, and Scott Overbaugh was appointed to the Planning Commission.
- Adopted final 2024 appropriations ordinance (6-0)
- Adopted temporary appropriations for Jan-Mar 2025 (6-0)
- Approved CRA agreement amendment with Iris Properties (6-0)
- Approved resolution to advance tax levies (6-0)
- Approved tax exemption for public infrastructure improvements (6-0)
- Approved firefighters' tentative economic settlement (6-0)
- Appointed Scott Overbaugh to Planning Commission (6-0)
- Approved tax levy certification resolution (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Heritage Architectural Review Board
The Heritage Architectural Review Board will hold a regular meeting to consider one application: a ground mounted sign design for TIPA Collective at 182 Front Street. No other business is on the agenda.
- Application for ground mounted sign design at 182 Front Street (applicant: TIPA Collective; owner: Capelli by Katrina, LLC)
Planning Commission
The December 5, 2024 meeting of the Berea Municipal Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Planning Commission
The Berea Municipal Planning Commission will review two applications at its December 5 meeting: a variance request for an accessory structure and height at 433 Beech Street, and a city-initiated lot consolidation involving seven parcels. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and handle procedural items.
- Variance application (Appl. #24-12-01) for accessory structure and height at 433 Beech Street, applicant Benjamin Schenk
- Lot consolidation application (Appl. #24-12-02) filed by the City of Berea for seven parcels (P.P. #362-15-001, 020, 053, 054, 056, 058 & 059)
- Swearing in of witnesses for public testimony
- Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024
City Council
Berea City Council will hold third readings on several ordinances, including a lease amendment with the Cleveland Browns for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard and an agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC for sale of city-owned properties with tax increment financing. Second readings include appropriations for fiscal year 2024 and temporary 2025 appropriations, a CRA agreement amendment, sewer project contract, and tax advance resolution. A first reading will authorize the sale of 228 The Mall through the Berea Land Reutilization Program.
- Third reading: ORD. 10-5 – Lease amendment with Cleveland Browns Football Company for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard (emergency)
- Third reading: ORD. 10-6 – Agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC for sale of city-owned properties and TIF incentives (emergency)
- Third reading: ORD. 11-4 – Longbrooke Road Reconstruction Project (emergency)
- Third reading: ORD. 11-5 – Resurfacing of Front Street from Bagley Road to Church Street (emergency)
- First reading: ORD. 12-1 – Sale of 228 The Mall through Berea Land Reutilization Program (emergency)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several variance requests and development applications, including a large Planned Unit Development (Stage 1 Concept Plan) from Haslem Sports Group / DiGeronimo Development covering dozens of parcels. They will also vote on two display-area variances for identification signs at 238 and 250 Sheldon Road, and three driveway-widening applications on Nobottom and Eastland Roads.
- Display area variance for identification sign at 238 Sheldon Road (Appl. #24-11-04)
- Display area variance for identification sign at 250 Sheldon Road (Appl. #24-11-05)
- Driveway widening at 405 Nobottom Road (Appl. #24-11-01)
- Driveway widening at 80 Eastland Road (Appl. #24-11-06)
- Planned Unit Development Stage 1 Concept Plan by Haslem Sports Group / DiGeronimo Development (Appl. #24-11-08)
City Council
The council will hold third readings on two major ordinances: one amending the Cleveland Browns' lease at 76 Lou Groza Boulevard and another authorizing a mixed-use development with tax increment financing on city-owned properties. Second readings include authorizations for vehicle purchases, service department contracts, and two road projects (Longbrooke Road reconstruction and Front Street resurfacing). First readings cover appropriations, a CRA agreement amendment with Iris Properties, a sewer rehabilitation project, and a tax exemption for certain parcels.
- ORD 10-5: Authorizes mayor to amend lease with Cleveland Browns Football Company for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard
- ORD 10-6: Authorizes agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development LLC for sale of city properties with TIF incentives
- ORD 11-4: Authorizes Longbrooke Road reconstruction project
- ORD 11-5: Authorizes resurfacing of Front Street from Bagley Road to Church Street
- ORD 11-8: Amends Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Iris Properties LLC and Dr. Caitlin S. Filips Inc.
Planning Commission
The Berea Municipal Planning Commission will meet to consider three new applications. These include requests for a driveway widening, a wall sign design, and multiple lot consolidations.
- Driveway widening application for 405 Nobottom Road
- Wall sign design application for Boss ChickNBeer at 120 Front Street
- Lot consolidation application by Rental Acquisitions for multiple parcels
City Council
Berea City Council will vote on the third reading of ordinances regarding police lateral transfers, land sales on Thacker Street, and lease amendments for the Cleveland Browns. The council will also consider first readings for several public service contracts and road projects.
- Sale of V/L Thacker Street and 818 Thacker Street (ORD. 10-3)
- Lease amendment for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard with Cleveland Browns Football Company, LLC (ORD. 10-5)
- Development agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC including tax increment financing (ORD. 10-6)
- Bids for Longbrooke Road reconstruction project (ORD. 11-4)
- Bids for resurfacing Front Street from Bagley Road to Church Street (ORD. 11-5)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider two ordinances for a second reading. These items involve agreements with the Cleveland Browns Football Company, LLC and Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC.
- ORD. 10-5: Lease amendment for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard with Cleveland Browns Football Company, LLC
- ORD. 10-6: Agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development, LLC for sale of city properties and tax increment financing
City Council
This meeting of the Administrative and Council Committee focuses on the redevelopment of the former Williams Ford property on Front Street, as part of the Front Street Corridor Phase 3 project. The agenda includes procedural items and general discussion, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Discussion of redevelopment of the former Williams Ford property on Front Street
City Council
Berea City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2024, after entering executive session. Council will consider several ordinances, including second readings on police lateral transfer rules and the sale of two Thacker Street properties, as well as first readings on a budget appropriation, an amendment to the Cleveland Browns lease at 76 Lou Groza Boulevard, and a development agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development that includes tax increment financing.
- Second reading: ORD. 10-2 – Ordinance to allow lateral transfers of police officers from other Ohio jurisdictions
- Second reading: ORD. 10-3 – Sale of city-owned parcels at Thacker Street (permanent parcel nos. 362-01-019 and 362-01-020)
- First reading: ORD. 10-4 – Appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2024 expenditures
- First reading: ORD. 10-5 – Amendment to lease agreement with Cleveland Browns Football Company for 76 Lou Groza Boulevard
- First reading: ORD. 10-6 – Development and sale agreement with Berea Mixed Use Development, including tax increment financing and incentives
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will consider two applications: a wall sign design for VFW Post 6676 at 590 North Rocky River Drive and a driveway widening at 213 Nobottom Road. No variance requests or old business are on the agenda. The meeting includes a public hearing with sworn testimony.
- Application for wall sign design (Appl. #24-10-04) by VFW Post 6676 at 590 North Rocky River Drive
- Application for driveway widening (Appl. #24-10-05) by Jamie Tintelnot at 213 Nobottom Road
- Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024
City Council
The Administrative and Council Committee is meeting to hold general discussions regarding specific properties. The meeting focuses on the Front Street Corridor Phase 1 project.
- Discussion of 799 Front Street
- Discussion of V/L and 818 Thacker Street
City Council
Berea City Council will hold a regular meeting with administrative reports and legislation. Key items include a second reading of ordinance adopting replacement code pages and first readings on a NOACA transportation grant agreement, a police lateral transfer policy, and the sale of two Thacker Street properties.
- ORD. 9-3: Adopting current replacement pages for codified ordinances (second reading, emergency).
- ORD. 10-1: Authorizing application and agreement with NOACA for Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative implementation program.
- ORD. 10-2: Repealing and replacing civil service commission sections to allow lateral transfers of police officers from other Ohio jurisdictions.
- ORD. 10-3: Authorizing sale of V/L Thacker Street (parcel 362-01-019) and 818 Thacker Street (parcel 362-01-020) via Berea Land Reutilization Program.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Heritage Architectural Review Board
The Heritage Architectural Review Board will consider one application at this meeting: a request for a ground-mounted multi-tenant sign design at 30 Park Street, submitted by Wrobel and Associates on behalf of owner MMW Group, LLC. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and swearing in of witnesses. No other business is scheduled.
- Application for ground-mounted multi-tenant sign design at 30 Park Street
- Applicant: Wrobel and Associates; Owner: MMW Group, LLC; Agent: Tyler Ratliff, Fast Signs - Strongsville
- Approval of minutes from July 25, 2024
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will review and vote on two sign design applications at its September 19 meeting. One application is from Premier Barber Studio for a wall sign at 817 North Rocky River Drive. The other is from CVS for wall, canopy, and monument signs at 212 West Bagley Road. No variance requests or old business are on the agenda.
- Application #24-09-04: Premier Barber Studio wall sign at 817 North Rocky River Drive (owner: JAMR III, LLC)
- Application #24-09-05: CVS wall, canopy, and monument signs at 212 West Bagley Road (owner: California Pacific Berea Properties, LLC)
City Council
Berea City Council will meet to discuss first readings of three legislative items. These include tax levy authorizations and a temporary lease agreement for city-owned parcels.
- RES. 9-4: Resolution accepting budget commission amounts and rates to authorize tax levies
- ORD. 9-5: Ordinance authorizing a temporary lease agreement with Berea Mixed Use Project, LLC
- ORD. 9-3: Ordinance to adopt current replacement pages for the Codified Ordinances
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will review three applications at its September 5 meeting: a conditional use permit for windshield installation/auto repair at 682 West Bagley Road, a wall sign design for Pizza Hut at 1103 West Bagley Road, and a ground sign face change for Corsa Performance at 140 Blaze Industrial Parkway. No variances or old business are on the agenda. The meeting will begin with a caucus session and approval of previous minutes.
- Conditional use application for Apex Auto Glass windshield installation/auto repair at 682 W. Bagley Road, Unit B12
- Wall sign design application for Pizza Hut at 1103 West Bagley Road
- Ground sign face change application for Corsa Performance at 140 Blaze Industrial Parkway
- Swearing in of witnesses for public testimony
City Council
The council will hold a third reading of an ordinance authorizing the finance director to certify unpaid water and sewer rental charges to Cuyahoga County for levy and collection, declared an emergency. Two resolutions will receive first readings: one to apply for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and another for the 2025 Community Development Supplemental Grant. Administrative reports and public comments are also scheduled.
- Third reading of ORD. 6-2: authorizing certification of unpaid water/sewer charges to Cuyahoga County for collection, declared emergency
- First reading of RES. 9-1: application for CDBG program funds and cooperation agreement with Cuyahoga County
- First reading of RES. 9-2: application for 2025 Community Development Supplemental Grant and cooperation agreement
- Approval of minutes from public hearings and council meetings in June and July 2024
Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 6-2, authorizing the finance director to certify unpaid water/sewer charges to Cuyahoga County for collection. It also suspended reading rules and approved Resolutions 9-1 and 9-2, authorizing grant applications for Edgewood Drive resurfacing (estimated $400,000-$500,000) through CDBG and CDSG programs. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 6-2 to certify unpaid water/sewer charges to Cuyahoga County (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 9-1 to apply for CDBG funds for Edgewood Drive resurfacing (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 9-2 to apply for CDSG funds for Edgewood Drive resurfacing (7-0)
- Suspended three-reading rule for Resolution 9-1 (7-0)
- Suspended three-reading rule for Resolution 9-2 (7-0)
- Approved minutes from June 17 and July 22, 2024 meetings (all ayes)
- Cancelled September 9, 2024 Work Session (all ayes)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will hold a caucus session, approve minutes from August 1, 2024, and consider three sign-related applications: a variance for a wall sign at Horizon Education Center (555 West Bagley Road), a ground mounted sign design for Telefast Industries (777 West Bagley Road), and wall sign designs and monument sign face change for Hometown Urgent Care (205 West Bagley Road). Witnesses will be sworn in for public testimony. No old business is on the agenda.
- Wall sign variance application by Horizon Education Center at 555 West Bagley Road
- Ground mounted sign design application by Telefast Industries at 777 West Bagley Road
- Wall sign designs and monument sign face change application by Hometown Urgent Care at 205 West Bagley Road
- Approval of August 1, 2024 minutes
- Swearing in of witnesses for public testimony
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss a wall sign design application (Appl. #24-08-01) for Hall of Framers at 138 Front Street. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July 11 and July 18, 2024. Prior to the meeting, a separate public meeting will be held for Cuyahoga County grant programs. No variance requests or old business are on the agenda.
- Application for wall sign design (Appl. #24-08-01) for Hall of Framers at 138 Front Street, owned by Olive Oil LLC
- Approval of minutes from July 11 and July 18, 2024
- Public meeting for Cuyahoga County Competitive Municipal Grant Program & Supplemental Grant Program at 6:30 p.m.
Heritage Architectural Review Board
The Heritage Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider a design application for a wall sign. The request was submitted by Andrew Reimer on behalf of Olive Oil, LLC and Hall of Framers.
- Wall sign design application for Hall of Framers at 138 Front Street
City Council
The Berea City Council will hold public hearings at 7:20 p.m. for liquor permits at 101 Front Street and at 7:25 p.m. for a zoning code amendment. At the special meeting at 7:30 p.m., the council will conduct a third reading and likely vote on Ordinance No. 5-2b, which would allow one dual-use cannabis dispensary in the West Bagley Road Commercial Zoning District (BR-CD) and prohibit cannabis operations in all other zoning districts.
- Public hearing for D1 and D2 liquor permits at 101 Front Street at 7:20 p.m.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 5-2b zoning code change at 7:25 p.m.
- Third reading of ORD. 5-2b: repeal and replace Table 1 Land Use Matrix to allow one dual-use cannabis dispensary in BR-CD district
- Ordinance would prohibit cannabis operations in all other Berea zoning districts
- Special council meeting at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chamber
City Council adopted Ordinance 5-2c, allowing one dual-use cannabis dispensary in the West Bagley Road Commercial District (BR-CD) and prohibiting cannabis operations elsewhere. The ordinance replaced the earlier 5-2b version and passed unanimously (6-0).
- Amended Ordinance 5-2b by substituting Ordinance 5-2c (5-1, Brown nay)
- Adopted Ordinance 5-2c allowing one dual-use cannabis dispensary in BR-CD (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will hear requests for a variance and several new business items, including a site plan review for Ryco Sports at 8061 and 8063 Lewis Road involving lot consolidation and demolition. Also on the agenda are applications for driveway widenings on Meadow Drive and wall sign designs for Chase Bank and Amlogix. The meeting will begin with approval of minutes from June and July.
- Variance request for accessory structure height and setback at 166 Baker Street by Ronald & Nancy Brennan
- Site plan review, lot consolidation, demolition & modifications for Ryco Sports at 8061 & 8063 Lewis Road
- Driveway widening applications at 89 and 97 Meadow Drive
- Wall sign design applications for Chase Bank at 421 West Bagley Road and Amlogix at 238 & 250 Sheldon Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a referral from City Council regarding Ordinance No. 5-2b. This amendment would allow one dual-use cannabis dispensary in the West Bagley Road Commercial Zoning District (BR-CD) and prohibit cannabis operations in all other city districts.
- Zoning text amendment (Appl. #24-07-01) to update land use matrix
- Proposal for one dual-use cannabis dispensary in the BR-CD district
- Proposed prohibition of cannabis operations in all other city zoning districts
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider an application for conditional use to allow a dog kennel and training facility. The proposal is submitted by Right Way K-9 Training for the property located at 1061 West Bagley Road.
- Conditional use application for dog kennel & training at 1061 West Bagley Road
City Council
The council will hold public hearings regarding liquor permits for Wallace Lake Café and the 2025 tax budget. Legislation is also scheduled for review concerning a 1 mill tax levy renewal for Southwest General Health Center.
- Public hearing for D1, D2, and D3 liquor permits at 240 Valley Parkway
- Resolution adopting the 2025 City of Berea tax budget
- Resolution to submit a 1 mill tax levy renewal for Southwest General Health Center
- Ordinance authorizing a contract with Southwest General Health Center
- Ordinance for certifying unpaid water and sewer charges to Cuyahoga County
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The commission will review a wall sign design application for Rise and Grind Café at 1314 West Bagley Road. It will also consider a conditional use application for dog grooming at 301 Savage Street.
- Wall sign design application for Rise and Grind Café (1314 West Bagley Road)
- Conditional use application for dog grooming (301 Savage Street)
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing regarding liquor permits for Wallace Lake Café at 240 Valley Parkway. The agenda also includes votes on cannabis-related zoning amendments and tax budget resolutions.
- Public hearing for D1, D2, and D3 liquor permits at 240 Valley Parkway
- Zoning amendment to allow adult use cannabis and medical marijuana sales in the BR-CD West Bagley Road district
- Resolution adopting the city tax budget for fiscal year 2025
- Renewal of a 1 mill tax levy for Southwest General Health Center
- Ordinance regarding the certification of unpaid water and sewer charges
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Coordinating Committee will discuss Ordinance No. 5-2a. This ordinance proposes amendments to the BR-CD West Bagley Road Commercial Zoning District, definitions, and the land use matrix. The changes would permit the sale of adult use cannabis and medical marijuana within the city.
- Ordinance No. 5-2a: Amendments to allow adult use cannabis and medical marijuana sales
- Zoning code amendments for BR-CD West Bagley Road Commercial Zoning District
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing regarding a temporary liquor permit for 11 Berea Commons. Legislative items include the sale of 21 Baker Street and amendments to West Bagley Road commercial zoning. Members will also review the 2025 tax budget and a 1 mill tax levy renewal for Southwest General Health Center.
- Sale of municipal property at 21 Baker Street
- Public hearing for temporary liquor permit at 11 Berea Commons
- Amendments to West Bagley Road commercial zoning code
- Renewal of 1 mill tax levy for Southwest General Health Center
- Approval of the Cuyahoga County 911 Plan
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review three applications: two requests to raze buildings at 725 West Bagley Road and 599 Pearl Street, and a wall sign design for Berea Vape Shop at 815 North Rocky River Drive. No variances or appeals are on the agenda, and no old business is listed. The meeting includes a caucus session, approval of minutes, and swearing in of witnesses.
- Razing application #24-05-03 for 725 West Bagley Road, applicant Colleen Carboy, owner RCH Company
- Razing application #24-05-04 for 599 Pearl Street, applicant Rental Acquisitions, agent William Kern of Independence Demolition
- Wall sign design application #24-05-05 for Berea Vape Shop, 815 North Rocky River Drive #1, agent Eyad Ali of Neon City Signs
City Council
The Berea City Council will discuss Ordinance 5-3 during its May 13 special meeting. If approved, the measure would ban cannabis cultivation and processing facilities within city limits while capping licensed dispensaries at one location. The council is reviewing the proposal under an emergency declaration per Ohio law.
- ORD. 5-3 first reading: bans cannabis cultivation and processing in Berea
- Caps total licensed cannabis dispensaries at one location
- Cites Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3780 for regulatory authority
- Declares an emergency to expedite the ordinance's passage
City Council
The Berea City Council is reviewing ordinances to establish new water distribution and sewer maintenance fees. The council will also consider legislation to prohibit adult-use cannabis operations within the city.
- Establishment of a water distribution fee for system maintenance (ORD 3-6a)
- Establishment of a sewer maintenance and improvement fee (ORD 3-7a)
- Prohibition of adult-use cannabis operations, including cultivators and dispensaries (ORD 4-9)
- Transfer of property at 293 Wallace Drive to the City of Berea (ORD 4-4)
- Authorization to list 21 Baker Street for sale (ORD 4-8)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will consider two applications: a lot split and consolidation for 275 Quarry Stone Lane, and a wall sign design for 1 Berea Commons. No variances or appeals are on the agenda, and there is no old business. The meeting will begin with a caucus session and include the swearing in of witnesses.
- Lot split and consolidation application for 275 Quarry Stone Lane (Appl. #24-05-01)
- Wall sign design application for 1 Berea Commons (Appl. #24-05-02)
- No requests for variance or appeals
- No old business items
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a special session to consider Ordinance 4-9. This legislation would prohibit adult-use cannabis cultivators, processors, and dispensaries within the city of Berea.
- Ordinance 4-9: Prohibiting adult-use cannabis operations (cultivators, processors, and dispensaries)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Building & Zoning Committee will meet to discuss general regulations and zoning requirements for adult-use cannabis businesses in Berea. This item covers how such operations would be regulated within city limits. No specific proposals or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of zoning and regulations for adult-use cannabis sales and operations
Heritage Architectural Review Board
The Heritage Architectural Review Board will review an application for a wall sign design. The application is for the site located at 1 Berea Commons #1.
- Wall sign design application for Bridge Street Local at 1 Berea Commons #1
- Approval of March 28, 2024, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission will consider two applications: a height variance for an accessory building at 396 Runn Street, and a request to raze multiple properties on Pearl Street, Second Avenue, and Front Street. The meeting will also include approval of the April 4 minutes and swearing in of witnesses.
- Accessory building height variance application #24-04-06 for 396 Runn Street
- Razing application #24-04-07 for properties on Pearl Street, Second Avenue & Front Street
- Demolition agent: Kevin DiGeronimo, Independence Demolition
- Applicant for razing: Rental Acquisitions
- Approval of April 4, 2024 minutes
City Council
City Council is reviewing ordinances to prohibit adult-use cannabis operations and establish new water and sewer distribution fees. The body is also discussing the sale of city-owned property and improvements to street lighting.
- ORD. 3-5: Ordinance prohibiting adult-use cannabis cultivators, processors, and dispensaries
- ORD. 3-6 and 3-7: Establishment of water and sewer distribution fees for system maintenance
- ORD. 4-4: Purchase and development agreement for property at 293 Wallace Drive
- ORD. 4-8: Listing and sale of city-owned property at 21 Baker Street
- RES. 4-2 and ORD. 4-3: Improvements and assessments for electric and traffic control street lighting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council will vote on ordinances to prohibit adult-use cannabis operations and establish new water and sewer distribution fees. The body is also reviewing tax abatement reports and a property transfer for 293 Wallace Drive.
- ORD. 3-5: Ordinance prohibiting adult-use cannabis cultivators, processors, and dispensaries
- ORD. 3-6: Establishment of a water distribution fee to supplement Fund 510
- ORD. 3-7: Establishment of a sewer distribution fee to supplement Fund 520
- ORD. 4-4: Purchase and development agreement for property at 293 Wallace Drive
- ORD. 4-3: Ordinance to proceed with electric and traffic control lighting improvements
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Heritage Architectural Review Board
The Heritage Architectural Review Board will review a wall sign design proposal for The Shoppe in Berea at 188 Front Street. The agenda also covers routine administrative steps, including approving February minutes and swearing in witnesses. This board evaluates proposed exterior modifications to ensure they meet local architectural guidelines.
- Wall sign design review for The Shoppe in Berea at 188 Front Street
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission is meeting to review three applications: a driveway widening at 119 Slippery Rock Lane, a valance sign for Kidforce Pinball at 101 Front Street, and a wall sign design for ARG Roofing at 711 West Bagley Road. No variance requests or old business are on the agenda. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 7 meeting.
- Driveway widening application (#24-03-03) by Joseph Gangale at 119 Slippery Rock Lane
- Valance signage application (#24-03-04) by Kidforce Pinball at 101 Front Street
- Wall sign design application (#24-03-05) by ARG Roofing at 711 West Bagley Road
- No variance/appeal requests
- Approval of March 7, 2024 minutes
City Council
The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the appropriation of funds for city expenditures and expenses for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. This includes the review of Ordinance No. 2-7.
- Ordinance No. 2-7: Appropriating funds to individual accounts for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024
City Council
City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a proposal to prohibit adult-use cannabis operations. The body is also considering new distribution fees for water and sewer systems to fund maintenance and repairs.
- ORD. 3-5: Ordinance prohibiting adult-use cannabis cultivators, processors, and dispensaries
- ORD. 3-6: Establishment of a water distribution fee for Fund 510
- ORD. 3-7: Establishment of a sewer distribution fee for Fund 520
- ORD. 3-4: Vacating 3 city-owned rights-of-way on parcel 364-35-009
- ORD. 3-3: Amendment to CRA agreement with NHG Properties, LLC and Haney Landscaping, LLC
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the impact of Issue 2 regarding recreational marijuana in Ohio. The body will also hold a general discussion regarding regulations for Airbnb in the City of Berea.
- Discussion on Issue 2 (recreational marijuana use in Ohio)
- Discussion on Airbnb regulations in the City of Berea
Planning Commission
The Berea Municipal Planning Commission will hold a caucus and regular meeting to consider two applications: a ground-mounted sign design at 1497 W. Bagley Road and a razing and lot split at 535 Wyleswood Drive. No variance requests or old business are on the agenda.
- Ground-mounted sign design application (#24-03-01) for 1497 W. Bagley Road, submitted by Dr. Lauren Primiano, owner Bug's Building Block, LLC.
- Razing and lot split application (#24-03-02) for 535 Wyleswood Drive, submitted by Berea Smith School, LLC, owner Berea City School District.
- Approval of minutes from December 21, 2023 and February 15, 2024.
- Swearing in of witnesses for public comment.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council will review several ordinances, including the adoption of the Ohio Building Code and a cooperation agreement for road work. The body is also considering grant acceptance and tax abatement reports.
- ORD. 2-1: Adoption of the Ohio Building Code (OBC) and related standards
- ORD. 2-3: Acceptance of Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) 2024 Energized Community grant funds
- ORD. 2-4: Contract with Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works for city sewer services
- ORD. 2-5: Cooperation agreement with Cuyahoga County to resurface Bagley Road from Front Street to Lindbergh Boulevard
- ORD. 3-1 and 3-2: Ratification of 2022 and 2023 tax incentive and housing review reports
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Heritage Architectural Review Board
The Heritage Architectural Review Board will consider an application for an awning valance sign design. The application is submitted by Kidforce Pinball for the property located at 101 Front Street.
- Awning valance sign design application for Kidforce Pinball at 101 Front Street
City Council
Berea City Council will hold its regular meeting with several ordinances up for readings, including a third-reading vote on a soil and water conservation agreement, second readings on adopting the Ohio Building Code, accepting NOPEC grant funds, a sewer maintenance contract with Cuyahoga County, and a Bagley Road resurfacing agreement, and a first reading of the 2024 appropriations ordinance. The agenda also includes administrative reports, public comment, and committee updates.
- ORD. 1-2 (third reading): Agreement with Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District for technical assistance
- ORD. 2-1 (second reading): Adopt Ohio Building Code and related standards
- ORD. 2-3 (second reading): Accept NOPEC 2024 Energized Community Grant funds
- ORD. 2-4 (second reading): Contract with Cuyahoga County Dept. of Public Works for sewer maintenance
- ORD. 2-5 (second reading): Cooperation agreement to resurface Bagley Road from Front Street to Lindbergh Boulevard
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Berea Municipal Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 15, 2024, to consider several applications. These include a side setback variance, a driveway widening, two sign design approvals, and a conditional use for commercial recreation. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and swear in witnesses.
- Side setback variance application for 115 North Rocky River Drive (Appl. #24-02-02)
- Driveway widening application for 454 Crescent Drive (Appl. #24-02-01)
- Monument sign design application for 30 Park Street (Appl. #24-02-03)
- Wall sign design application for 250 Sheldon Road (Appl. #24-02-04)
- Conditional use for commercial recreation (pinball) at 101 Front Street (Appl. #24-02-05)
City Council
City Council is reviewing ordinances to adopt the Ohio Building Code and Ohio Fire Code. The body is also discussing agreements for road resurfacing and sewer maintenance.
- ORD. 2-1: Adoption of the Ohio Building Code (OBC)
- ORD. 2-2: Adoption of the Ohio Fire Code (OFC) and repeal of Chapter 1505 Life Safety Code
- ORD. 2-5: Cooperation agreement with Cuyahoga County to resurface Bagley Road from Front Street to Lindbergh Boulevard
- ORD. 2-4: Contract with Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works for city sewer services
- ORD. 2-3: Acceptance of Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) 2024 Energized Community Grant funds
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Berea Planning Commission is meeting to consider a single application for a driveway widening at 454 Crescent Drive. No variances or appeals are on the agenda, and no old business is listed. The meeting will also include approval of the previous minutes and swearing in of witnesses.
- Application for driveway widening (Appl. #24-02-01) at 454 Crescent Drive, P.P. #363-01-044, by Kory Gillissie, agent Rob Tarro of 1st Impression Concrete
City Council
City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider three pieces of legislation. These include a resolution for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. anniversary and two ordinances regarding public service agreements.
- ORD. 1-3: Final resolution to proceed with improvements to State Route 237 from Baker Street to Bagley Road
- ORD. 1-2: Agreement with Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District for technical assistance
- RES. 1-1: Resolution supporting the 2024 celebration of the anniversary of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to elect its leadership and appoint members to various committees and boards. This is an organizational meeting to establish the council's structure for the year.
- Election of President Pro Tempore and Clerk of Council
- Appointments to Building and Zoning, Finance, and Public Safety & Service committees
- Appointments to Southwest Health Care System Board of Directors
- Appointments to Woodvale Union Cemetery Board of Trustees
- Discussion of H.B. 9 regarding Public Records/Sunshine Laws
City Council
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.
City Council
The regular council meeting scheduled for January 2, 2024, was cancelled because there were no legislative items or business on the agenda.
- Inauguration for 2024-2026 City Council members and Mayor on January 7, 2024
- Organizational Meeting and Work Session on January 8, 2024
- Next Regular Council Meeting on January 16, 2024