Columbus public meetings in 2021

Columbus City Council

This regular meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases. Council will consider first readings for a $4.1 million water line project and contracts for fuel and printers. Notable items include authorizing the purchase of land on Sullivant Avenue for a new police substation, approving a contract for HOPWA monitoring services, and extending food concessions at city golf courses. Resolutions honor retiring council member Priscilla Tyson and recognize National Impaired Driving Prevention Month.

• Authorize purchase of 4-acre site at Sullivant Avenue and Townsend Avenue for a new police substation ($390,000)
• Authorize $4,116,113.25 contract for Ziegler Ave Area Water Line Improvements
• Approve $518,100 contract for relocation of main electrical service at North Market Building (59 Spruce Street)
• Approve $66,411.60 for purchase of shotguns for the Division of Police
• Accept communications for new liquor permits at 367-71 E Hudson St, 6800 Schrock Hill Ct, and other locations

The Council passed several ceremonial resolutions, including honors for a retiring council member and judge. Additionally, multiple consent agenda items were approved regarding city infrastructure, public safety, and park concessions.

• Approved resolution to thank Priscilla R. Tyson on her retirement
• Approved resolution to honor Judge Ted Barrows on his retirement
• Approved resolution recognizing December as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
• Read for the first time: Refuse truck parts contract ($1.00)
• Read for the first time: Unleaded fuel contract ($1.00)
• Read for the first time: Multi-functional printer contract ($1.00)
• Read for the first time: Ziegler Ave. water line improvements up to $4,116,113.25
• Approved request for advance tax payments from county auditors

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on multiple rezoning applications and variance requests, including a large mixed-use residential development on North Grant Avenue, a 140-unit apartment building on East 7th Avenue, and several other commercial and residential rezonings across the city.

• Rezone 1408 N. Grant Ave (20.74 acres) from manufacturing/commercial to residential districts for mixed-use development with park and community center
• Rezone 50 E. 7th Ave for a 140-unit apartment building with multiple development standard variances
• Rezone 250 Taylor Station Rd (77.09 acres) from limited manufacturing to limited commercial and limited apartment residential
• Rezone 4910 N. High St (2.25 acres) from residential/commercial to commercial planned development
• Rezone 1205 Chesapeake Ave for a 128-unit apartment building with height and parking variances

The Zoning Committee approved 17 zoning ordinances and variances, including reclassifying properties to residential and commercial districts and granting variances for apartment and daycare developments. One rezoning was tabled indefinitely.

• Approved rezoning 50 E. 7TH AVE. to AR-3 (7-0)
• Approved variance for 140-unit apartment building at 50 E. 7TH AVE. (7-0)
• Approved variance for day care facility at 1518 LILLIAN LN. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 7132 N. HAMILTON RD. to PUD-6 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1408 N. GRANT AVE. to mixed residential (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning 4910 N. HIGH ST. indefinitely (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 8350 LYRA DR. to CPD (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 805 E. LONG ST. to CPD (6-0, 1 abstained)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will consider authorizing contracts for capital projects including a $445,324 renovation of the Public Service DODC Building and a $1.8 million purchase of police equipment.

• Authorize $445,324 for Public Service DODC Building renovation at 1800 E. 17th Avenue
• Authorize $1.8 million for police equipment and supplies
• Authorize $1.3 million for water main repairs
• Authorize $2.27 million for wholesale electric power
• Authorize $1.3 million for construction contracts

The council unanimously adopted two ceremonial resolutions—one honoring Santino's Crusades for a Cancer-Free World and one recognizing Councilmember Mitchell J. Brown's service. After a recess and reconvene, the council held first readings of 22 pieces of legislation covering police equipment, city hall generator, and various public utility projects, but took no final votes on them.

• Adopted resolution honoring Santino's Crusades for a Cancer-Free World (7-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Councilmember Mitchell J. Brown's service (7-0)
• Recessed at 6:32 PM (7-0)
• Reconvened at 7:14 PM (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will vote on multiple rezoning requests and variances for residential and commercial developments. Key items include rezoning 8.26 acres at 375 E. 5th Ave from manufacturing to apartment residential, along with a variance for commercial access and reduced standards. Other actions involve rezonings for manufacturing uses, apartment developments, and various variances for reduced development standards at several locations.

• Rezone 375 E. 5th Ave (8.26 acres) from Manufacturing to AR-3/AR-1 Apartment Residential, with variance for commercial access and reduced standards (Z21-026, CV21-037)
• Rezone 3900 Scioto Darby Creek Rd from Residential to Limited Manufacturing (Z21-041)
• Rezone 2970-2990 Woodson Dr from Residential to Manufacturing, with variance for boat/RV storage (Z21-068, CV21-083)
• Rezone 1179 E. Main St from Commercial/Residential to AR-2 Apartment Residential, with variance for multi-unit development (Z21-042, CV21-057)
• Rezone 86 N. Yale Ave from Residential to AR-1 Apartment Residential, with variance for multiple dwelling on small lot (Z21-067, CV21-082)

The Zoning Committee unanimously approved eight ordinances (all 7-0) including rezonings and variances for residential and commercial development. Key items include rezoning 375 E. 5th Ave for apartment residential and variances for properties at 862 Mohawk St, 86 N. Yale Ave, and 2970-2990 Woodson Dr. Also approved: variances for 2333 Neil Ave, 5210 Trabue Rd, and an emergency amendment for 2600 Stelzer Rd.

• Approved rezoning 375 E. 5th Ave to AR-3/AR-1 (7-0)
• Approved variance for 375 E. 5th Ave for multi-unit development (7-0)
• Approved variance for 862 Mohawk St for habitable space above garage (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 3900 Scioto Darby Creek Rd to L-M (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 86 N. Yale Ave to AR-1 (7-0)
• Approved variance for 86 N. Yale Ave for multiple dwelling (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 2970-2990 Woodson Dr to M-2 (7-0)
• Approved variance for 2970-2990 Woodson Dr for boat/RV storage (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will consider a $27.7 million contract for the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Process Expansion and authorize a $950 million jobs incentive agreement with Ohio State University. The meeting also includes authorizing various construction contracts, including $630,000 for a ShotSpotter gunfire detection pilot.

• Authorize $27.7M contract for Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion
• Authorize $950M jobs incentive agreement with Ohio State University
• Authorize $630,000 for ShotSpotter gunfire detection pilot program
• Authorize $130,378 for digital evidence extraction contract with Cellebrite
• Authorize $96,423 for weekly media services with Franklin County Board of Commissioners

Council approved several consent agenda items including funding for fire alarm testing, generator maintenance, and security system services. The body also issued resolutions recognizing local award recipients. Multiple pieces of legislation were read for the first time but not yet decided.

• Approved $180,000 for smoke and fire alarm testing with S.A. Comunale Company, Inc.
• Approved $75,000 for security system services with SGI Matrix, LLC
• Approved $50,000 for generator preventative maintenance and repair
• Approved $9,799 for natural gas sensing equipment from Tarazi LLC
• Approved transfer of $150,000 from General Fund to Sustainable Columbus Fund
• Approved resolutions recognizing Sgt. Thomas White, Angela F. Swain, and Brian Goodson
• Approved resolutions recognizing Ruby Brown, Sue Dostal, and Jessica Doogan

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is considering authorizing expenditures for water and sewer infrastructure projects, including a $630,000 pilot program for gunshot detection technology. The body is also reviewing a petition for a Clean Energy Initiative.

• Authorize $630,000 for ShotSpotter gunfire detection pilot program
• Authorize $2.9M for West Side Trunk Rehabilitation-Phase 2 Project
• Authorize $2.9M for SWWTP Digestion Process Expansion Project
• Authorize $1.75M for Fleet Management fuel purchases
• Review Clean Energy Initiative petition with 3,991 valid signatures

City Council adopted a ceremonial resolution recognizing the Family Court Awareness Committee and One Mom’s Battle. Several pieces of 30-day legislation regarding city contracts and funding were read for the first time, but no final votes were recorded for those items.

• Adopted resolution declaring November 2021 as Family Court Awareness Month (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will consider multiple rezoning and variance requests, including a proposal to rezone 103± acres at 800 Hilliard & Rome Rd from Rural and Residential to Limited Manufacturing. Other items include variances for commercial storage, wholesale packaging, and parking lots as a principal use, as well as rezonings for several other properties. The meeting is the regular session No. 52 of City Council (Zoning).

• Rezone 103± acres at 800 Hilliard & Rome Rd from R/R-1 to L-M (Limited Manufacturing) District (Z21-037)
• Variance to allow 5,000 sq ft commercial storage building and single-unit dwelling at 1920 Williams Rd (CV21-006)
• Variance for wholesale packaging operation with reduced distance separation at 1281 Oxley Rd (CV21-073)
• Variance to permit parking lots as principal use and reduced standards for multi-unit development at 3710 Eakin Rd (CV21-070)
• Rezone 45.4± acres at 5600 Village Channel Dr from PUD-8 to PUD-8 (Z21-047)

The Zoning Committee approved 14 zoning ordinances and 2 council variances, including a commercial storage building in a rural district and a multi-unit residential development. One variance was tabled indefinitely.

• Approved commercial storage building variance at 1920 Williams Rd (CV21-006)
• Approved rezoning at 5600 Village Channel Dr (Z21-047)
• Approved wholesale packaging variance at 1281 Oxley Rd (CV21-073)
• Approved rezoning at 4559 Knightsbridge Blvd (Z21-066)
• Approved multi-unit residential variance at 3710 Eakin Rd (CV21-070)
• Approved rezoning at 800 Hilliard & Rome Rd (Z21-037)
• Approved zoning amendment at 1599 Alum Creek Dr (Z21-048A)
• Approved rezoning at 725 Bellows Ave (Z21-064)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will consider authorizing a $3.4 million expenditure for water treatment chemicals and a $720,951.25 contract for the design of the Marion Outpost. The body will also object to the renewal of 20 liquor permits.

• Authorize $3.4M for water treatment chemicals
• Authorize $720,951.25 for Marion Outpost design
• Authorize $96,996 for security services at Fleet Maintenance Facility
• Authorize $16,980 for cybersecurity platform migration
• Object to renewal of 20 liquor permits

Council approved the journal and two ceremonial resolutions recognizing Accelerated Laboratory Logistics' 100th anniversary and the Educate Empower Elevate Program's 10th anniversary. All 30 items on the agenda received first reading only, with no final votes taken. These included contracts, liquor permit objections, job incentive agreements, and other administrative matters.

• Approved journal reading and approval (7-0)
• Adopted resolution 0221X-2021 recognizing Accelerated Laboratory Logistics' centennial (7-0)
• Adopted resolution 0223X-2021 commemorating Educate Empower Elevate Program's 10th anniversary (7-0)
• Read 30 pieces of legislation for first time (no votes taken)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider a request to rezone a property on Morse Road and a variance for shipping container storage on Karl Road. The meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2021.

• Rezone 3884 Morse Road from L-C-4 to CPD (Rezoning #Z21-057)
• Grant Variance #CV21-028 for shipping container storage at 3351 Karl Road
• Emergency, Tabled, and 2nd Reading of 30 Day Legislation
• Regular Meeting No. 50 of City Council (Zoning)

The Zoning Committee approved two items unanimously. Ordinance 2619-2021 rezones 1.34± acres at 3884 Morse Rd from L-C-4 (Limited Commercial) to CPD (Commercial Planned Development). Ordinance 1405-2021 grants a variance for shipping-container accessory storage at 3351 Karl Rd in an R-3 district, adopting staff findings. A motion to table an unidentified ordinance until November 15, 2021 also passed 7-0.

• Approved rezoning of 3884 Morse Rd from L-C-4 to CPD (7-0)
• Approved variance for shipping containers at 3351 Karl Rd, adopting staff findings (7-0)
• Tabled unidentified ordinance until November 15, 2021 (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will consider authorizing contracts for police medical claims processing and water system improvements, including a $750,000 agreement for an advanced metering system and a $375,000 engineering contract for roof replacements.

• Authorize $88,252 for police prisoner medical claims processing
• Authorize up to $750,000 for advanced metering system project
• Authorize up to $375,000 for DOSD roof replacements
• Authorize $951,321 for vehicle purchases and up-fitting
• Authorize $375,000 for John Burroughs Park improvements

City Council approved several financial authorizations, including nearly $1M for city vehicles and $220,000 for a Columbus Urban League grant modification. The council also adopted ceremonial resolutions and held first readings for multiple public utility and technology contracts.

• Approved $951,321 for vehicle purchases from Byers Ford and a dump truck up-fitting from ACE Truck Body Inc
• Approved $220,000 to modify a grant agreement with Columbus Urban League
• Approved $60,000 for automotive preventative maintenance services
• Approved lease agreement for office space at 1393 East Broad Street
• Approved price escalator language for dump truck contracts with Fyda Freightliner
• Approved price escalator language for street sweeper contracts with Jack Doheny Companies and Northeast Sweepers & Rentals, Inc.
• Adopted ceremonial resolutions recognizing ASHA RAY OF HOPE, the Affordable Housing Trust, and Teresa Featherstone
• Approved ceremonial resolutions honoring James W. Strozyk, Richard Dwayne Little, Greg Bauer, and Elder Michael D. Reeves, Sr.

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will consider one rezoning and three variance requests. The rezoning would change 2480-2484 Forest Green Ct. from Apartment Residential to Planned Unit Development. Variances are proposed for properties on Cordell Ave., E. Dublin-Granville Rd., and Neil Ave. to allow reduced development standards. Two previously tabled items are also on the agenda.

• Rezoning 2480-2484 FOREST GREEN CT. (7.53 acres) from ARLD to PUD-8 (Z21-061)
• Variance at 1479-1489 CORDELL AVE. for four-unit dwelling and detached garage in R-3 district (CV20-122)
• Variance at 2827 E. DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD. for canine training facility in SR district (CV21-090)
• Variance at 1135 NEIL AVE. for two-unit dwelling and carriage house on one lot in R-4 district (CV21-021)
• Tabled item: Variance at 5364 THOMPSON RD. for reduced perimeter yard in AR-1 district (CV20-021)

The Columbus Zoning Committee approved a rezoning of 7.53 acres on Forest Green Court from ARLD to PUD-8 (7-0), granted three variances for properties on Cordell Ave, Dublin-Granville Rd, and Thompson Rd, and tabled a variance for 1135 Neil Ave indefinitely.

• Approved rezoning 2642-2021 (2480-2484 Forest Green Ct) from ARLD to PUD-8 (7-0)
• Approved variance 2677-2021 (1479-1489 Cordell Ave) for four-unit dwelling and detached garage (7-0)
• Approved variance 2679-2021 (2827 E Dublin-Granville Rd) for canine training/boarding/grooming facility (7-0)
• Tabled variance 0911-2021 (1135 Neil Ave) for two-unit dwelling and carriage house (7-0)
• Approved variance 1071-2021 (5364 Thompson Rd) for reduced perimeter yard at apartment complex (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is set to authorize over $6.6 million in spending for water and sewer projects, including the Blueprint Linden bioretention basins and energy audits for water treatment plants. The meeting also includes first readings for several ordinances regarding utility contracts, zoning changes, and annexations.

• Authorize $4.6M for Blueprint Linden bioretention basins
• Authorize $500K for Parsons Avenue water plant concept plan
• Authorize $1.15M for Blueprint Miller-Kelton sewer project
• Authorize $776K for Volunteer Sump Pump Program
• Authorize $69.1K for overhead door repairs

The council approved 12 first-read ordinances authorizing contracts for water plant updates, sewer projects, and technology equipment. No final votes were recorded for these items.

• Waived reading of first-read legislation titles (6-0)
• Approved $60,000 for automotive preventative maintenance (6-0)
• Authorized $500,000 for Parsons Avenue Water Plant engineering (6-0)
• Authorized $242,200 for water and sewer energy audits (6-0)
• Authorized $1.16M for Blueprint Miller-Kelton sewer project (6-0)
• Authorized $54,000 for CNG alarm maintenance (6-0)
• Authorized $70,000 for elevator maintenance renewal (6-0)
• Authorized $6.67M for Blueprint Linden bioretention basins (6-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will vote on two rezoning requests and four variance requests. The largest rezoning is 32.9 acres at 3981 Bowen Rd from planned unit development to limited apartment residential. Another rezoning at 5364 Thompson Rd would allow apartments on 3.84 acres from rural district. Three variances seek to permit two-unit dwellings in R-3 residential districts on East 12th Avenue and Chittenden Avenue.

• Rezone 32.9 acres at 3981 Bowen Rd from PUD-6 to L-ARLD (apartment residential) at Bowen and Long Roads
• Rezone 3.84 acres at 5364 Thompson Rd from Rural to AR-1 (apartment residential)
• Variance to permit two-unit dwelling at 933-935 E. 12th Ave in R-3 district
• Variance to permit two-unit dwelling at 941-943 Chittenden Ave in R-3 district
• Variance for reduced perimeter yard at 5364 Thompson Rd for apartment complex

The Zoning Committee unanimously approved six zoning items: three variances for two-unit dwellings at 933-935 E. 12th Ave, 941-943 Chittenden Ave, and 960-962 Chittenden Ave; a rezoning of 32.9 acres at 3981 Bowen Road to Limited Apartment Residential; a rezoning of 3.84 acres at 5364 Thompson Road to Apartment Residential; and tabled a related variance for reduced perimeter yard at 5364 Thompson Road until Oct. 25, 2021. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent.

• Approved variance for two-unit dwelling at 933-935 E. 12th Ave (CV21-085) (6-0)
• Approved variance for two-unit dwelling at 941-943 Chittenden Ave (CV21-086) (6-0)
• Approved variance for two-unit dwelling at 960-962 Chittenden Ave (CV21-087) (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 32.9 acres at 3981 Bowen Rd from PUD-6 to L-ARLD (Z20-101) (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3.84 acres at 5364 Thompson Rd from R to AR-1 (Z20-017) (6-0)
• Tabled variance for reduced perimeter yard at 5364 Thompson Rd (CV20-021) until Oct. 25, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved journal and adjourned at 7:58 PM (6-0)

Columbus City Council

The Columbus City Council will consider first-reading legislation including a major sewer infrastructure contract, rezoning for apartment developments, and a citywide traffic code modernization. The agenda also includes numerous liquor permit transfers and several ceremonial resolutions.

• $9.4M contract with Kokosing Construction for the Second Barrel Interconnector Augmentation Project
• Rezoning of 3981 Bowen Rd. from PUD-6 to L-ARLD for a 32.9-acre apartment complex
• Rezoning of 5364 Thompson Rd. from R to AR-1 for an apartment complex
• Ordinance to modernize Title 21 Traffic Code, including fine amounts
• $116,570 subgrant for Project Safe Neighborhoods violent crime apprehension

The Columbus City Council approved a contract for pre-kindergarten services with South Side Early Learning organizations. The council also waived the second reading and approved a resolution recognizing the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon.

• Approved $110,857.50 for pre-kindergarten contracts (5-2)
• Waived second reading for pre-kindergarten ordinance (5-2)
• Approved resolution recognizing Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing International Day of the Girl (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing All American Quarter Horse Congress (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider several rezoning applications and a variance at its October 11 meeting. Key items include a 126.3-acre rezoning on West Broad Street to commercial, planned unit development, and limited residential districts, and a variance allowing multi-unit residential development on Thompson Street. The committee also will vote on rezoning properties on Johnstown Road and Dublin Road.

• Rezoning of 126.3 acres at 6145 W. Broad St. from Rural to Commercial Planned Development, PUD-6, and Limited Residential District
• Variance for 6181 Thompson St. to permit multi-unit residential development with reduced standards in L-AR-1 district
• Rezoning 0.48 acres at 2626 Johnstown Rd. from Rural to Manufacturing (M-2)
• Rezoning 3.15 acres at 1335 Dublin Rd. from Limited Commercial to Commercial (C-3)
• Rezoning 8.26 acres at 6181 Thompson St. from various districts to Limited Apartment Residential (L-AR-1)

The Zoning Committee approved five zoning ordinance amendments and one variance for properties across Columbus, including changes to residential and commercial districts. All motions passed with a 7-0 vote.

• Approved rezoning 2626 Johnstown Rd to Manufacturing District (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1335 Dublin Rd to Commercial District (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 6145 W. Broad St to Planned Development District (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 6181 Thompson St to Limited Apartment Residential District (7-0)
• Approved variance for 6181 Thompson St to reduce development standards (7-0)
• Waived 2nd reading for all zoning ordinances (7-0)
• Adopted staff findings for Thompson St variance (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 PM (7-0)

Columbus City Council

The City Council is reviewing several funding requests for public utility projects and safety equipment. The meeting includes first readings for annexation applications and various resolutions of expression to honor local individuals and organizations.

• Contract with Sound Communications Inc. for police and fire audio recording system upgrades ($318,104.86)
• Agreement with EMH&T, Inc. for Rickenbacker Intermodal Sanitary Sewer Extension and Power projects ($646,062.67)
• Elevator modernization contracts with The Righter Company, Inc. for Fire Station 1&9 ($280,300.00) and the Fire Training Academy ($282,276.00)
• Annexation applications for KIPP Columbus Foundation (24.45 acres) and Yellow Dog Investments LLC (0.91 acres)
• Engineering agreement with Resource International for Twin Lakes Upper Dam and Greenlawn Low Head Dam improvements ($501,311.12)

City Council approved several funding requests for fire station elevator modernization and fleet equipment. The council also adopted multiple ceremonial resolutions honoring local individuals and organizations.

• Approved $280,300 for elevator modernization at Fire Station 1&9 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $282,276 for elevator modernization at the Fire Training Academy (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $129,535 for one non CDL roll back wrecker (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $60,000 for state government relations consulting with Byers, Minton & Associates, LLC (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $25,000 for the Columbus Youth Council (Consent Agenda)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution recognizing A Tribe for Jazz (7-0)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution honoring Cheryl L Graffagnino (7-0)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider two council variances that would allow reduced development standards for a single-unit dwelling on E. Long St. and an apartment building on Indianola Ave.

• Variance for 1146-1148 E. LONG ST. to allow a carriage house
• Variance for 3632 INDIANA AVE. to allow an apartment building
• Emergency, Tabled, and 2nd Reading of 30-day legislation

The Zoning Committee approved two variance requests to modify development standards for properties at 1146-1148 E. Long St. and 3632 Indianola Ave. The meeting also approved the meeting journal and adjourned.

• Approved Journal reading and approval (7-0)
• Approved Council Variance CV21-065 for 1146-1148 E. Long St. (7-0)
• Approved Council Variance CV21-049 for 3632 Indianola Ave. (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:41 PM (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is set to authorize contracts for water plant upgrades, fire station elevator modernization, and police equipment purchases. The meeting also includes resolutions recognizing community groups and a settlement payout.

• Authorize $501,311.12 for Twin Lakes dam improvements
• Authorize $280,300.00 for elevator modernization at Fire Station 1&9
• Authorize $4,842,064.92 for police travel and equipment
• Authorize $74,320.00 for Raymond Memorial Golf Course irrigation
• Authorize $116,998.00 for Alkire Park improvements

The council approved 13 items on the consent agenda, including contracts for custodial services at the Columbus Police Academy and the purchase of electric flatbed carts. The council also waived the reading of titles for first-time legislation.

• Waived reading of titles for first-time legislation (7-0)
• Approved ceremonial resolution for Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved ceremonial resolution recognizing Alianza 614 (7-0)
• Approved Franklinton Cycle Works anniversary resolution (7-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Faye Childs (7-0)
• Authorized $30,000 for emergency repairs to City Hall doors (7-0)
• Authorized $81,450 for three riding floor scrubbers (7-0)
• Authorized $310,235 for truck chassis and mechanics trucks (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is considering multiple rezoning and variance requests, including a mixed-use development on East Long Street, an impound lot on Groves Road, and several property reclassifications across the city.

• Rezoning 1218-1222 E. Long St. from R-2F to AR-3 and variance for mixed-use development (Z21-013, CV21-017)
• Variance for impound lot at 4645 Groves Rd. in M-1 district (CV21-053)
• Rezoning 2299 River Oaks Drive from L-AR-12 to L-ARLD (19.09 acres) (Z21-039)
• Rezoning 3756 Agler Rd. from Rural to M-2 Manufacturing and variance for reduced standards (Z21-034, CV21-046)
• Rezoning 920 Polaris Pkwy. from L-C-4 to CPD (Z21-035)

The Zoning Committee approved 21 ordinances, including 18 rezonings and 3 variances, and approved the journal. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved journal reading (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1218-1222 E. LONG ST. to AR-3 (7-0)
• Approved variance for 1218-1222 E. LONG ST. (7-0)
• Approved variance for 4645 GROVES RD. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 2299 RIVER OAKS DRIVE (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 338 SOUTH OHIO AVE. to R-3 (7-0)
• Approved variance for 108 S. GLENWOOD AVE. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 2450 SOBECK RD. to M-1 (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is reviewing several first-reading legislative items, primarily focused on public utility infrastructure and fleet management. The body is also considering resolutions to recognize the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and declare Columbus a sanctuary for Afghan refugees.

• Construction contract with Elite Excavating Co. of Ohio, Inc. for Woodland Ave. Area Water Line Improvements up to $3,818,357.88
• Contract with Kendall Electric Inc. for Division of Power luminaires for $1,038,045.10
• Roof replacement contract with K & W Roofing, Inc. for Sewer Maintenance Operations Center up to $1,420,832.00
• Purchase of four trucks from Byers Ford for $310,235.00
• Custodial service contract renewals for Columbus Public Health ($305,070.12) and Police Academy ($237,654.00)

City Council adopted three ceremonial resolutions recognizing the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, Welcoming Week 2021, and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Multiple pieces of 30-day legislation regarding city contracts and expenditures were read for the first time.

• Adopted resolution recognizing 20th anniversary of September 11 attacks (6-0)
• Adopted resolution for Welcoming Week 2021 and declaring Columbus a sanctuary for Afghan refugees (6-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring September 2021 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn Regular Meeting No. 37 (6-0)
• Approved motion to dispense with the reading of the Journal (6-0)
• Waived the reading of titles for first reading legislation (6-0)

Columbus City Council

Council will consider a consent agenda including a $65,064.89 payment to BakerHostetler for investigations into citizen complaints against police during 2020 protests, a $200,000 grant for a gun violence reduction initiative, and a resolution to address homelessness. Other items include park improvement contracts and a diversity apprenticeship program grant.

• $65,064.89 payment to BakerHostetler for police protest complaint investigations
• $200,000 grant to Franklin County for Gun Violence Reduction Initiative
• $250,000 grant to Experience Columbus for Diversity Apprenticeship program
• Resolution to join House America to respond to homelessness
• Multiple park contracts: $600,000 for playground improvements, $495,005 for playground Phase 3, etc.

The Council approved a consent agenda that included joining House America to address homelessness, over $3 million in park improvement contracts, and a parkland exchange. Ceremonial resolutions recognizing Ohio Task Force 1 and declaring Black Men's Health Week were also adopted unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including resolution to join House America to address homelessness
• Approved $600,000 contract for CDBG playground improvements Phase 1 (Snider Recreation)
• Approved $588,951 contract for park lighting program
• Approved $495,005 contract for CDBG playground improvements Phase 3
• Approved $461,460 contract for sports court lighting
• Approved $325,000 contract for Fire Station 15 parking lot restoration
• Approved $250,000 grant to Experience Columbus for Diversity Apprenticeship program (first reading, not final vote)
• Adopted resolution declaring August 7-14 as Black Men's Health Week (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will consider over 20 zoning changes and variances, including several large-scale rezonings for mixed-use developments. Key parcels include 58.3 acres on Cautela Drive, 39.61 acres on Dublin Road, and 19.38 acres on West 5th Avenue. Multiple variances request reduced development standards for commercial and residential projects. The agenda includes both final readings and public hearings on these items.

• Rezoning of 4465 Cautela Dr (58.3 acres) from Rural to PUD-4 Planned Unit Development
• Rezoning of 990 Dublin Rd (39.61 acres) from Manufacturing to Commercial Planned Development
• Rezoning of 531 W. 5th Ave (19.38 acres) to multiple districts for mixed-use development
• Variance for 986 Cleveland Ave to allow mixed-use with reduced standards in AR-3 and CPD
• Rezoning of 2432 Cleveland Ave (2.28 acres) to Commercial Planned Development

The Zoning Committee approved 15 ordinances, including 11 rezonings and 4 variances, all with a 7-0 vote. The meeting also dispensed with the reading of the journal.

• Approved Cleveland Ave. rezoning (2432 Cleveland Ave.)
• Approved Cleveland Ave. rezoning (986 Cleveland Ave.)
• Approved variance for 986 Cleveland Ave. mixed-use development
• Approved variance for 888 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. multi-unit residential
• Approved variance for 1949-1951 Parsons Ave. mixed-use building
• Approved 531 W. 5th Ave. rezoning to mixed commercial/residential
• Approved variance for 531 W. 5th Ave. mixed-use development
• Approved variance for 737-739 E. Whittier St. two-unit dwellings

Columbus City Council

The Council will hold first readings on several major items, including a new Title 39 Diversity and Inclusion Code that would repeal and replace existing code and establish an Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Also on the agenda are multiple rezoning and variance requests, a jobs incentive agreement with Flight Safety International Inc., and contracts for roof replacements at wastewater treatment plants.

• Enactment of new Title 39 Diversity and Inclusion Code (FR-8)
• Rezoning of 2432 Cleveland Ave (2.28 acres) from residential/commercial to Commercial Planned Development (FR-9)
• Jobs Growth Incentive for Flight Safety International Inc.: $900,000 capital investment, 113 new jobs, $10.13M annual payroll (FR-7)
• Roof replacement contracts: Southerly WWTP ($942,906) and Jackson Pike WWTP ($787,771) (FR-1, FR-2)
• Rezoning of 531 W. 5th Ave (19.38 acres) for mixed-use development (FR-14)

The council conducted first readings for several proposed construction contracts, a jobs growth incentive agreement, and numerous rezoning and variance requests. No final votes were taken on these legislative items during this meeting.

• Approved motion to dispense with the reading of the Journal (7-0)
• Approved motion to waive the reading of titles for first reading legislation (7-0)
• Read for the first time: Contract for Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant roof replacement ($942,906.00)
• Read for the first time: Contract for JPWWTP Pump & Blower roof replacement ($787,771.00)
• Read for the first time: Engineering agreement for Northeast Stormwater Study ($778,386.34)
• Read for the first time: Jobs Growth Incentive Agreement with Flight Safety International Inc.
• Read for the first time: Proposal to establish the Diversity and Inclusion Code
• Read for the first time: 12 rezoning and variance requests for various city properties

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will vote on 11 legislative items, including multiple variances to allow dense residential development on single-family lots and several rezonings from rural or manufacturing districts to apartment residential. Key properties include 783 Summit St., 4701 Beechwood Dr., and 5055 Sinclair Rd. The meeting also includes a variance for a mixed-use building at 1444 N. High St. and a day care facility at 5876 Mall View Ct.

• Variance for two single-unit dwellings at 783 Summit St. (CV21-048)
• Rezoning 3.25 acres at 4701 Beechwood Dr. from Rural to Apartment Residential (Z21-022)
• Variance to permit an eight-unit apartment building at 2468-2470 Summit St. (CV21-011)
• Mixed-use project (2,900 sq ft commercial + five apartments) at 1444 N. High St. (CV21-054)
• Rezoning 7.43 acres at 5055 Sinclair Rd. from Manufacturing to Apartment Residential (Z20-049)

The Columbus Zoning Committee voted 7-0 to approve 12 ordinances including variances and rezonings for properties across the city, and tabled a variance for 915 N. 4th St until July 26, 2021. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 783 Summit St (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4701 Beechwood Dr from Rural to Apartment Residential (7-0)
• Approved variance for multi-unit development at 4701 Beechwood Dr (7-0)
• Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 130 Mithoff St (7-0)
• Approved variance for eight-unit apartment building at 2468-2470 Summit St (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 199 S. Ohio Ave from Residential to Apartment Residential (7-0)
• Approved variance for mixed-use building at 1444 N. High St (7-0)
• Tabled variance for 915 N. 4th St until July 26, 2021

Columbus City Council

The council holds first reading of 30-day legislation authorizing multiple contracts and expenditures. Key items include a $9.2 million sewer and water line project in East Franklinton, a $6.95 million stormwater and roadway project in Old Beechwold, a $1 million police towing contract, and education grants. The council also considers liquor permit transfers and a resolution honoring a resident artist.

• $9,217,083.29 for East Franklinton Sewer and Water Line Improvements, Phase 3
• $6,950,336.60 for Old Beechwold Area Stormwater System Improvements and roadwork
• $1,000,000.00 to modify Pro-Tow contract for police towing management
• $360,000.00 for Ready4Success early childhood program with Ohio State University
• $162,600.07 for purchase of conducted electrical weapons (Tasers) for police

Council adopted a ceremonial resolution to recognize Johnathan Payne as the first Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson resident artist. Several pieces of legislation regarding city contracts and infrastructure were read for the first time, but no final votes were recorded on those items.

• Adopted ceremonial resolution to honor resident artist Johnathan Payne (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is meeting to consider several rezoning applications and variance requests for residential and commercial properties. These items include requests for multi-unit dwellings, a bed and breakfast, and mixed-use developments.

• Rezoning of 5949 Central College Rd. (6.17± acres) from CPD to L-C-4 and L-ARLD
• Rezoning of 3470 Snouffer Rd. (0.52± acres) from RR to L-R-4
• Variance for 313 West 5th Ave to permit a bed and breakfast establishment
• Variance for 1410 & 1414 Fair Avenue to permit an eight-unit apartment and three-unit dwelling
• Rezoning of 7811 Flint Rd. (1.23± acres) from L-C-2 to CPD

The Zoning Committee approved several ordinances to rezone properties and grant variances for residential and commercial developments. All motions were passed with unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved rezoning of 3470 Snouffer Rd from Rural Residential to Limited Residential (7-0)
• Approved variance for two-unit dwelling and carriage house at 1365-1367 N. 6th St (7-0)
• Approved variance for bed and breakfast at 313 West 5th Ave (7-0)
• Approved variance for dwellings at 90 W. Greenwood Ave (7-0)
• Approved variance for dwelling and carriage house at 969 E. Rich St (7-0)
• Approved variance for artisan shop at 267 Kelton Ave (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1583 Holt Rd from L-C-5 to L-C-4 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1275 Michigan Ave from Limited Parking to Residential (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is set to authorize over $10 million in contracts for water and sewer system improvements, including tree trimming, bridge rehabilitation, and engineering services. The body will also consider creating three new community reinvestment areas to provide property tax exemptions.

• Authorize $1.48M for utility cut and restoration services
• Authorize $2.5M for wastewater treatment plant expansion
• Authorize $2.44M for water valve replacements
• Create Cleveland Avenue Community Reinvestment Area
• Create Brookwood Community Reinvestment Area

The council approved the journal, adopted a ceremonial resolution recognizing Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, and received communications. No substantive final votes were taken; all legislation was introduced for first reading only and will require future consideration.

• Approved reading and approval of journal (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution recognizing Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month (6-0, 1 absent)
• Read and filed 22 liquor permit applications
• Introduced 24 ordinances for first reading (no final action taken)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is reviewing several first-reading legislative items and consent actions. The meeting includes discussions on public utility infrastructure, health grants, and resolutions regarding racial equity and school funding.

• Professional engineering services for the Laboratory Upgrades Project: $2,064,500.00
• Grant from Ohio Department of Health for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program: $749,197.00
• Construction contract with Quality Lines, Inc. for 2021 Division of Power General Construction Project: $493,607.50
• Professional engineering services for SMART Street Lighting Control System project: $416,999.10
• Construction contract with Danbert, Inc. for New World Dr. Water Line Improvements Project: $243,766.44

Columbus City Council approved a series of utility contracts and emergency spending measures, including a $2.06 million engineering services agreement and a $100,000 transfer for park security. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Waived reading of first-reading legislation titles (6-0)
• Authorized $2.06M engineering services agreement (CH2M HILL)
• Authorized $493.6K construction contract (Quality Lines)
• Authorized $100K transfer for park security services
• Authorized $75K for fold-up sports bleachers
• Authorized $450K for park facility services
• Authorized $110K for sewer root control services
• Authorized $1 emergency contract (Pierce Manufacturing parts)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus City Council Zoning Committee will consider a rezoning request for a 1.87-acre property on Refugee Road. The proposal would change the zoning from Rural and Commercial to Limited Commercial.

• Rezone 3553 Refugee Road from R and C-2 to L-C-4
• 1.87± acre property on south side of Refugee Road
• 550± feet east of Weyburn Road

The Zoning Committee approved an ordinance to rezone 1.87 acres at 3553 Refugee Rd. from Rural and Commercial districts to Limited Commercial (L-C-4). The vote was 6-0 (one absent). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved rezoning #Z19-038 for 3553 Refugee Rd. to L-C-4 (6-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is reviewing several public utility contracts and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering a rezoning request on Refugee Road and various resolutions of expression.

• Construction contract with Kokosing Industrial, Inc. for Hap Cremean Water Plant Basin Concrete Rehabilitation up to $23,653,200.00
• Contract with Franklin Park Conservatory for Franklin Park Master Plan and capital projects for $500,000.00
• Rezoning of 3553 Refugee Rd. from Rural and Commercial to Limited Commercial District
• Grant agreement with Legal Aid Society of Columbus for the Opportunity Port program for $175,000.00
• Expenditure of up to $450,000.00 for real estate acquisition for the Near North & East Large Diameter Assessment Project

The council approved four ceremonial resolutions and a series of utility and public service contracts. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approved 4 ceremonial resolutions (7-0)
• Approved $23.7M water plant rehabilitation contract (7-0)
• Approved $417K smart street lighting project (7-0)
• Approved $455K HVAC maintenance contract (7-0)
• Approved $500K Franklin Park Conservatory contract (7-0)
• Approved $175K grant to Legal Aid Society (7-0)
• Approved 1,137 sq ft right-of-way transfer (7-0)
• Approved 11 utility contracts (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is reviewing three rezoning requests involving residential and commercial districts. These items include land reclassifications near East Livingston Avenue, Refugee Road, and Brice Road.

• Rezone 611 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. from R-2F and C-4 to CPD (Rezoning #Z21-015)
• Rezone 6055 REFUGEE RD. from R to L-R-2 (Rezoning #Z21-020)
• Rezone 3301 BRICE RD. from R to L-ARLD (Rezoning #Z20-081)

The Zoning Committee approved three separate rezoning ordinances: 611 E. Livingston Ave (12.55 acres to CPD), 6055 Refugee Rd (32.17 acres to L-R-2), and 3301 Brice Rd (29.25 acres to L-ARLD after amendment). All votes were unanimous 7-0. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approved rezoning 611 E. Livingston Ave to CPD (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 6055 Refugee Rd to L-R-2 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 3301 Brice Rd to L-ARLD as amended (7-0)
• Approved reading and disposal of the Journal (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council holds its regular meeting, considering first-readings of legislation including rezonings of three large parcels (611 E. Livingston Ave, 6055 Refugee Rd, 3301 Brice Rd), boundary adjustments transferring land to Whitehall and Reynoldsburg, and creation of a new East Franklinton Special Parking Area. The council will also vote on consent items including police uniform purchases ($2.3M) and water meter reading services ($820k).

• Rezoning 611 E. Livingston Ave (12.55 acres) from CPD, R-2F, C-4 to CPD (Z21-015)
• Rezoning 6055 Refugee Rd (32.17 acres) from Rural to Limited Residential (Z21-020)
• Rezoning 3301 Brice Rd (29.25 acres) from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential (Z20-081)
• Boundary adjustments: transfer ~3.34 acres to Whitehall and ~3.9 acres to Reynoldsburg
• Creation of East Franklinton Special Parking Area (ordinance 0998-2021)

Columbus City Council approved a ceremonial resolution recognizing June as Gun Violence Awareness Month and passed a series of consent agenda items, including contracts for police uniforms, facility custodial services, and technology support. The meeting also included the first reading of numerous ordinances related to utilities, zoning, and budget authorizations.

• Approved ceremonial resolution for Gun Violence Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved contract for police uniforms and accessories ($2,287,921)
• Approved custodial services contract at Fire Training Complex ($185,743)
• Approved technology support contract for Dynamics 365 ($791,355)
• Authorized water meter reading services contract ($820,000)
• Authorized stormwater system improvements contract ($1,320,004)
• Authorized easement release for sewer project ($0.00)
• Authorized boundary transfer to Whitehall (3.34 acres)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider 10 proposed zoning changes and 5 variance requests for properties across the city. The items include reclassifying land for commercial and manufacturing use and modifying development standards.

• Rezone 5770 Karl Rd. from C-2/C-4 to CPD
• Rezone 972 Harmon Ave. from C-4/R-4 to M Manufacturing
• Rezone 3469 S. High St. from C-4 to L-M Limited Manufacturing
• Variance at 972 Harmon Ave. for reduced development standards
• Variance at 650 S. 3rd St. for limited commercial uses

The Zoning Committee approved all ten rezoning and variance ordinances on its June 7, 2021 agenda, each by a 7-0 vote. The package included rezonings for properties on Karl Road, Chantry Drive, Harmon Avenue, South High Street, Sawmill Road, and Cloverlawn Circle, as well as variances for Harmon Avenue, South 3rd Street, Ryan Avenue, and East Kanawha Avenue. Several items were amended to include emergency clauses. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 PM.

• Approved rezoning at 5770 Karl Rd from C-2/C-4 to CPD (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 5940 Chantry Dr from C-4 to CPD with emergency clause (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 972 Harmon Ave from C-4/R-4 to M (7-0)
• Approved variance at 972 Harmon Ave for reduced development standards in M district (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3469 S. High St from C-4 to L-M (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 6051 Sawmill Rd from CPD to CPD with emergency clause (7-0)
• Approved variance at 650 S. 3rd St for limited commercial use in R-2F with emergency clause (7-0)
• Approved variance at 400 Ryan Ave for parking lot in R-4 (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will hear first readings on police training ammunition ($137k) and a $1.08M street lighting upgrade, and consider a consent agenda with contracts for parks, transportation, housing, and property acquisition. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• First reading: $137,494.50 for police training ammunition from Vance’s Law Enforcement
• First reading: $1,083,356.22 for Circuit 30 Street Lighting Improvements Upgrade with Danbert Electrical
• Consent: $250,000 to acquire property at 5277 East Broad Street for Recreation and Parks
• Consent: $396,797.80 for Downtown Connector Trail Phase 1 with Columbus Asphalt Paving
• Consent: $150,000 in HOME grant for Habitat for Humanity MidOhio (1225 E 15th Ave and 1560 Briarwood)

City Council approved several contracts for park improvements, street tree installations, and public safety equipment. The council also passed ceremonial resolutions recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and various local food champions.

• Approved $396,797.80 contract with Columbus Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Downtown Connector Trail - Phase 1
• Approved $903,826.80 contract with M&D Blacktop for Hard Surface Improvements 2020-2021
• Approved $315,574.00 contract with Greenscapes Landscape Company for Street Tree Installation Spring 2021
• Approved $98,109.00 contract with Greenscapes Landscape Company for Street Tree Installation Spring 2021 - Greater Hilltop and North Central UIRF
• Approved up to $250,000.00 to acquire real property at 5277 East Broad Street
• Approved $33,000.00 for dental laboratory renovations at 240 Parsons Avenue
• Adopted ceremonial resolution recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (6-0)
• Approved Right of Entry Agreement with Ohio Expositions Commission for Community Sports Park development

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will consider authorizing $20 million in energy efficiency funds and a series of utility contracts for water and sewer projects. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Authorize $20M for energy efficiency and resident electricity subsidy funds
• Authorize $898,666.50 for helicopter maintenance
• Authorize $1.68M for sewer system capacity model update
• Authorize $693,189.51 for wastewater treatment plant lighting
• Authorize $275,000 for roofing maintenance services

City Council approved a $20 million energy fund ordinance and waived the second reading to expedite it. The body also approved multiple contracts and budget amendments for public safety, utilities, and construction projects.

• Approved $20M energy funds ordinance (6-0)
• Waived second reading for energy funds ordinance (6-0)
• Approved $898,666.50 helicopter maintenance contract (6-0)
• Approved $300K water engineering services contract (6-0)
• Approved $1.68M sewer system capacity model update (6-0)
• Approved $1.92M Lower Olentangy Tunnel electrical contract (6-0)
• Approved $299,813 hazardous materials remediation contract (6-0)
• Approved $695,189 Southerly Waste Water Treatment lighting project (6-0)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss 10 items, including five zoning rezone requests and five variance applications for properties across the city. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Rezone 590 Reynolds Ave. from P-1 to R-4 Residential District
• Rezone 875 Michigan Ave. from M Manufacturing to AR-3 Apartment Residential
• Rezone 80 S. 18th St. to CPD Commercial Planned Development District
• Variance for 1400 N. 5th St. to build two single-unit dwellings on one lot
• Variance for 875 Michigan Ave. to permit telecommunication equipment

The Zoning Committee of Columbus City Council voted unanimously (6-0) to approve all seven items on the agenda, including variances for reduced development standards at 1400 N. 5th St. and 875 Michigan Ave., rezonings of properties on Reynolds Ave., Hayden Rd., Michigan Ave., and 80 S. 18th St., and related amendments. All votes were 6-0 with one absence (Shannon Hardin).

• Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 1400 N. 5th St. (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 590 Reynolds Ave. from P-1 to R-4 (6-0)
• Approved amended variance for building height at 3111 Hayden Rd. (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 875 Michigan Ave. from M to AR-3 (6-0)
• Approved variance for telecommunications and reduced standards at 875 Michigan Ave. (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 80 S. 18th St. to CPD (6-0)
• Approved variance for ground-floor residential uses at 80 S. 18th St. (6-0)

Columbus City Council

The Columbus City Council will vote on first reading of several contracts and funding authorizations, including a $6.86 million project to eliminate home sewage treatment systems along Williams/Behm Road. Other major items include a $4.09 million water main project on Olentangy River Road and a nearly $1.88 million upgrade at the Jackson Pike wastewater plant. The agenda also includes routine liquor permit transfers and proclamations honoring community organizations.

• $6.86M for Williams/Behm Rd. Home Sewage Treatment System Elimination Project (FR-11)
• $4.09M for Olentangy River Road 24-Inch Water Main Phase 2 (FR-17)
• $1.88M for Jackson Pike Waste Water Treatment Plant Screening Improvements (FR-7)
• $299,813 for renewal of hazardous materials inspection/abatement contract (FR-1)
• Multiple liquor permit transfers, including to Sunnyside Tacos LLC and Club Priority Group LLC

The council adopted two ceremonial resolutions: one designating May as Mental Illness Awareness Month and recognizing NAMI Franklin County and Nationwide Children's Hospital, and another honoring the Franklin County Children Services Malaika Mentoring Program on its 25th anniversary. The council also held first readings on 17 ordinances related to finance, public utilities, and other matters. No final votes on substantive policy or spending ordinances were taken at this meeting; only procedural and ceremonial actions were approved.

• Approved resolution 0082X-2021 designating May as Mental Illness Awareness Month (6-0)
• Approved resolution 0068X-2021 honoring Malaika Mentoring Program (6-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will review multiple rezoning and variance applications. The largest item is rezoning 59.16 acres at 3735 Easton Way to Commercial Planned Development, allowing ground-floor residential uses. Other major items include a 91.01-acre rezoning on Stelzer Road and a 71-unit apartment building proposed at 1550 Kenny Road.

• Rezone 1550 Kenny Rd (1.04 acres) from C-4 to AR-3 for a 71-unit apartment building with variances for reduced development standards
• Rezone 3735 Easton Way (59.16 acres) from L-M and CPD to CPD, with a variance to permit ground-floor residential uses
• Rezone 3850 Stelzer Rd (91.01 acres) from CPD and R-1 to CPD, with a variance for ground-floor residential uses
• Rezone 915 W. 5th Ave (2.04 acres) from M to CPD, with a variance to allow ground-floor residential in mixed-use development
• Rezone 3650 Sunbury Rd (11.64 acres) from PUD-8 and R-1 to Institutional District

The Zoning Committee approved 13 ordinances, including rezonings and variances, and waived the second reading for 13 items. One variance was indefinitely tabled.

• Approved rezoning 1550 Kenny Rd to AR-3 (6-0)
• Approved variance for 1550 Kenny Rd reduced standards (6-0)
• Approved variance for 1135 Neil Ave reduced standards (6-0)
• Tabled variance for 1135 Neil Ave indefinitely (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 3415 Vision Dr to CPD (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 3735 Easton Way to CPD (6-0)
• Approved variance for 3735 Easton Way ground-floor residential (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 3850 Stelzer Rd to CPD (6-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council approved several utility contracts and a lease for an office building at 750 East Long Street. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Authorize lease at 750 East Long Street for $719,000
• Authorize contract for Dublin Road Water Plant screens
• Authorize contract for 911 dispatch system maintenance
• Authorize contract for AFIS system for police
• Authorize contract for Jackson Pike Waste Water Treatment Plant

Columbus City Council approved ceremonial resolutions recognizing National Reentry Week and mental health advocacy. The council also authorized utility contracts for water line improvements and engineering services.

• Approved ceremonial resolution for National Reentry Week (7-0)
• Approved ceremonial resolution for Hope For The Day (7-0)
• Approved ceremonial resolution supporting George Floyd Justice in Policing Act (7-0)
• Waived reading of first-time legislation titles (7-0)
• Authorized $175,410 for Ohio Power Company joint use of poles
• Authorized $266,936.48 for Norris Drive water line improvements
• Authorized $5,429,700 for water construction management services
• Authorized $1,299,989 for Jackson Pike wastewater treatment project

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council will hold its regular meeting via WebEx, with first readings of ordinances and consent actions. Key items include a $1.13 million contract for Fire Station 23 bay renovation, a $944,027 contract for an upgraded police fingerprint identification system, and a $650,000 energy efficiency project at six municipal buildings. The council will also consider annexation of 58.3 acres in Blendon Township and several water line improvement contracts.

• $1,127,780 contract for Fire Station 23 Bay Extension renovation
• $944,027 contract for upgraded Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) for police
• $650,000 for energy efficiency retro-commissioning at six municipal buildings
• Annexation of 58.3 acres in Blendon Township (AN20-011)
• $281,744 for Sawmill Place Boulevard Area Water Line Improvements

The Columbus City Council met virtually and voted 7-0 to approve the journal, four ceremonial resolutions (National Student Leadership Week, Fair Housing Month, Earth Day, Crime Victims' Rights Week), and a consent agenda containing multiple financial items. No substantive debate or opposing votes were recorded. Several pieces of legislation received first reading only, with no final action taken.

• Approved journal reading waiver (7-0)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution recognizing National Student Leadership Week (7-0)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution for National Fair Housing Month (7-0)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution for Earth Day (7-0)
• Adopted ceremonial resolution for National Crime Victims' Rights Week (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $7,454.48 for a rotary lift purchase (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $120,000 lockbox banking contract extension (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $71,715 for professional architectural/engineering services (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee will review 10 items, including 8 rezonings and 2 council variances, to change land use classifications and development standards for properties across the city.

• Rezone 359 E. Markison Ave. from R-2F to AR-1
• Rezone 2900 Cassady Ave. from L-C-4 to CPD
• Rezone 4836 Cleveland Ave. from C-4 to ARLD
• Rezone 2337 N. Cassady Ave. from AR-12/ARLD to L-AR-1
• Grant Variance for reduced building lines at 2337 N. Cassady Ave.

The Zoning Committee approved several ordinances involving variances and rezoning for various properties. These decisions included changes to residential districts, apartment residential districts, and commercial planned development districts.

• Approved variance for 847 Franklin Ave (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 359 E. Markison Ave (7-0)
• Approved variance for 359 E. Markison Ave (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 2900 Cassady Ave (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 4836 Cleveland Ave (7-0)
• Approved variance for 4836 Cleveland Ave (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 2337 N. Cassady Ave (7-0)
• Approved variance for 2337 N. Cassady Ave (7-0)

Columbus City Council

The Columbus City Council meets virtually to consider over 20 consent items and several first-reading ordinances. Key actions include authorizing a special prosecutor for police conduct during the George Floyd protests, consenting to a boundary adjustment with Hilliard, and funding affordable housing. The meeting also addresses routine contracts and expenditures for city services.

• Special prosecution contract for police response to George Floyd protests: $50,000
• Boundary adjustment: transfer 0.289 acres to the City of Hilliard
• Affordable Housing Trust agreement: $976,000 from hotel/motel excise tax
• Sale of police canine 'Lucky' to Officer Tim Shepard for $1.00
• Pedestrian Safety Improvements - Worthington Woods Boulevard Sidewalks: $350,000

Columbus City Council approved 16 items on the consent agenda, including budget transfers for water services, a pedestrian safety project, and affordable housing funding. The meeting also included ceremonial resolutions and first readings of several ordinances.

• Approved ceremonial resolutions supporting PRO Act and National Public Health Week
• Approved consent agenda item CA-14 for $976,000 affordable housing funding
• Approved consent agenda item CA-7 for East Fifth Avenue street lighting improvements
• Approved consent agenda item CA-12 for Worthington Woods Boulevard sidewalk project
• Approved consent agenda item CA-10 for Hansen Banner professional services contract
• Approved consent agenda item CA-3 for traffic pedestrian signal equipment
• Approved consent agenda item CA-5 for water lawn mowing services
• Approved consent agenda item CA-17 to modify a contract for criminal justice services

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is considering three rezonings and accompanying variances. The most significant item is a proposal to rezone 88 E. 9th Ave from R-4 and CPD to AR-3 and grant multiple variances for reduced development standards for an apartment building. Two other rezonings involve properties on Stelzer Road: one to L-AR-1 for multi-unit residential and one to L-M for limited manufacturing.

• Rezoning and 9 variances for an apartment building at 88 E. 9th Ave (1.20± acres)
• Rezoning 2600 Stelzer Rd (26.88± acres) from Rural to L-AR-1 with parking and building setback variances
• Rezoning 1835 Stelzer Rd (3.97± acres) from Rural to L-M (Limited Manufacturing)
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 stay-at-home order

The Zoning Committee approved six ordinances, including four rezonings and two variances, during its April 5, 2021 meeting. All items passed with a unanimous vote of 7-0.

• Approved rezoning 88 E. 9TH AVE. to AR-3 (7-0)
• Approved variance for reduced standards at 88 E. 9TH AVE. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 2600 STELZER RD. to L-AR-1 (7-0)
• Approved variance for reduced parking at 2600 STELZER RD. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1835 STELZER RD. to L-M (7-0)
• Approved approval of the meeting journal (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:40 PM (7-0)

Columbus City Council

City Council is reviewing several high-value utility contracts, including $2.2 million for sewer services and $1.5 million for power distribution. The body is also considering three rezoning requests and two variances for properties on East Ninth Avenue and Stelzer Road.

• Payment of $2,200,000.00 to Delaware County for sewer services
• Contract with New River Electrical Corporation for $1,500,000.00
• Rezoning of 2600 Stelzer Rd. from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential
• Rezoning of 88 E. 9th Ave. from Residential/Commercial to Apartment Residential
• Jobs Growth Incentive Agreements with International Technical Coatings and Goosehead Insurance Agency, LLC

The Columbus City Council approved five ceremonial resolutions recognizing Equal Pay Day, National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day, Minority Health Month, and support for passenger rail expansion. The council also waived the reading of titles for first-time legislation and approved several consent agenda items.

• Approved Equal Pay Day resolution (7-0)
• Approved National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day resolution (7-0)
• Approved Minority Health Month resolution (7-0)
• Approved passenger rail support resolution (7-0)
• Waived reading of first-time legislation titles (7-0)
• Authorized $76,960 contract for cost of service studies (7-0)
• Authorized $1 sale of police canine 'Lucky' (7-0)
• Authorized $1.3M for bill presentment services (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is reviewing several land-use changes involving residential and commercial properties. These items include requests to rezone specific parcels and grant variances for reduced development standards.

• Rezoning 641 E. KOSSUTH ST. from C-4 Commercial to R-2F Residential
• Variance for a two-unit dwelling at 282 S. MONROE AVE.
• Variance for a two-unit dwelling and carriage house at 798-800 BRUCK ST.
• Rezoning 3945 S. HAMILTON RD. within the CPD district
• Variance for a four-unit dwelling at 1005 E. LONG ST.

The Zoning Committee approved 11 ordinances, including a rezoning at 641 E. Kossuth St. and multiple variances for reduced development standards. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 stay-at-home order.

• Approved rezoning 641 E. Kossuth St. (6-1)
• Approved variance for 641 E. Kossuth St. (6-1)
• Approved variance for 282 S. Monroe Ave. (7-0)
• Approved variance for 798-800 Bruck St. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 3945 S. Hamilton Rd. (7-0)
• Approved variance for 1005 E. Long St. (7-0)
• Approved variance for 1475 N. High St. (7-0)
• Taken from table and approved rezoning 840 Michigan Ave. (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council meets virtually to consider first-reading ordinances, including a $4.48 million sewer rehabilitation contract, multiple park and public utility projects, zoning changes, and a resolution denouncing anti-Asian hate. Consent actions include authorizing a new authorized strength ordinance for the 2021 budget and celebratory resolutions.

• Resolution denouncing anti-Asian hate, discrimination, and violence (0047X-2021)
• $4.48M construction contract for Center Large Diameter Sewer Rehabilitation Project (FR-13)
• $894,250 SMART Lighting Pilot Project contract with Complete General Construction (FR-5)
• Rezoning 641 E. Kossuth St. from C-4 Commercial to R-2F Residential (FR-17)
• Annexation of 5.4 acres in Prairie Township by RJM Star LLC (FR-15)

City Council adopted a ceremonial resolution to denounce anti-Asian hate, discrimination, and violence in Columbus. The council also conducted first readings for 23 pieces of legislation involving public utilities, zoning, and park improvements.

• Adopted Resolution 0047X-2021 to denounce anti-Asian hate, discrimination, and violence (7-0)
• Approved motion to dispense with the reading of the Journal (7-0)
• Approved motion to waive the reading of titles for first reading legislation (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will decide on several rezoning and variance requests, including a 496-acre rezoning from commercial and residential to Limited Manufacturing at South High Street and Rathmell Road, and variances for a mixed-use development at 23 W. 2nd Avenue and a 102-unit apartment complex at 120 S. Central Avenue.

• Rezoning 5076 S. High St. (496 acres) to L-M-2 Limited Manufacturing District
• Variance for mixed-use development with reduced standards at 23 W. 2nd Ave
• Rezoning 840 Michigan Ave from Manufacturing to AR-3 Apartment Residential
• Variance for 102-unit apartment complex at 120 S. Central Ave
• Variance to expand shared living facility at 2225 N. Cassady Ave

The Zoning Committee unanimously approved a rezoning of 496 acres at South High Street and Rathmell Road to Limited Manufacturing, along with several variances for mixed-use development, apartments, and a shared living facility. Two ordinances concerning 840 Michigan Avenue (rezoning and variance) were tabled until March 29.

• Approved rezoning 5076 S. High St. to L-M-2 district (7-0)
• Approved variance at 23 W. 2nd Ave for mixed-use development (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning at 840 Michigan Ave until 3/29 (7-0)
• Tabled variance at 840 Michigan Ave until 3/29 (7-0)
• Approved variance at 120 S. Central Ave for 102-unit apartment complex (7-0)
• Approved variance at 2225 N. Cassady Ave for shared living facility expansion (emergency) (7-0)
• Approved variance at 75 W. Kossuth St for single-unit dwelling and garage (7-0)

Columbus City Council

Council will hold first readings on several utility contracts, including a $2.3M meter project and $3.2M water plant improvements, and consider a consent agenda with numerous expenditures. Notable is a proposed 15-year property tax abatement for Magellan Enterprises for a $300 million development. Also on the agenda are resolutions recognizing International Women's Day and urging the state to waive high school assessments.

• $2.3M contract with Sensus USA for Enhanced Meter Project
• $3.2M contract for Hap Cremean Water Plant actuator and pump monitoring improvements
• $300M tax abatement for Magellan Enterprises (15 years, 100%)
• $1.8M professional engineering services for Northwest Stormwater Study
• Jobs growth incentive for OFFOR Health (100 new jobs, $45K investment)

Columbus City Council approved multiple utility contracts and emergency budget items during its March 8, 2021 meeting. The session also included ceremonial resolutions recognizing International Women's Day and a council member.

• Approved $2.3M contract for Enhanced Meter Project (7-0)
• Approved $2.2M contract for Sewerage Electrical Upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $3.2M contract for Hap Cremean Water Plant monitoring (7-0)
• Approved $1.8M contract for Northwest Stormwater Study (7-0)
• Approved $56K contract for LIMS maintenance (7-0)
• Approved $100K contract for internet access (7-0)
• Approved $300K for Public Safety capital improvements (7-0)
• Approved $173K for radio channel upgrades (7-0)

Zoning Committee

The Columbus Zoning Committee is meeting virtually to decide on one rezoning and two variance requests. The rezoning would change 5 acres at 931 Hilliard & Rome Rd from Rural to Commercial Planned Development. Two variances seek reduced development standards for a three-unit dwelling on Bryden Rd and habitable space above a garage on Jaeger St.

• Rezoning 931 Hilliard & Rome Rd (5 acres) from R, Rural to CPD, Commercial Planned Development
• Variance for 1662-1664 Bryden Rd to permit a three-unit dwelling with reduced standards in R-3 district
• Variance for 1042 Jaeger St to permit habitable space above a detached garage with reduced standards in R-2F district

The committee approved a rezoning request for a site on Hilliard & Rome Road and granted two variances for residential properties on Bryden Road and Jaeger Street.

• Approved rezoning 931 Hilliard & Rome Rd. from Rural District to Commercial Planned Development District (6-0)
• Approved variance for 1662-1664 Bryden Rd. to permit a three-unit dwelling with reduced development standards (5-0)
• Approved variance for 1042 Jaeger St. to permit habitable space above a detached garage with reduced development standards (6-0)

Columbus City Council

The City Council is considering various legislative items including tenant protections, city boundary adjustments, and several utility service contracts. The agenda includes multiple funding authorizations for water, sewer, and fire services, as well as the adoption of the Vision Zero Columbus Action Plan.

• Adoption of the Vision Zero Columbus Action Plan 1.0 to reduce traffic deaths
• Rezoning of 5.00+/- acres at 931 Hilliard & Rome Rd. from Rural District to Commercial Planned Development
• Authorization of $1,225,000.00 for Division of Water materials, supplies, and services
• Authorization of $550,000.00 for the Tuttle Skatepark project
• Proposed amendments to protect tenants from source of income discrimination

Columbus City Council unanimously approved a ceremonial resolution declaring March 1 as COVID-19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day. Council also approved the consent agenda as a block, which included contracts for refuse containers, vehicle washing, fire department services, and multiple public utilities agreements. Several first-reading legislative items were introduced, including the Vision Zero Action Plan and tenant protection ordinances, but no vote was taken on them.

• Adopted ceremonial resolution declaring March 1, 2021 as COVID-19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including renewal of contract for automated residential refuse containers
• Authorized $60,000 vehicle washing contract with Express Wash Concepts (Moo Moo)
• Authorized application for ODNR Clean Ohio Trails Fund for Big Walnut Trail segment (contact)
• Awarded $550,000 contract to California Skateparks for Tuttle Skatepark project
• Authorized $125,000 for Division of Fire telephone services with AT&T
• Authorized $118,360 for Fire Resuscitation Quality Improvement subscription with RQI Partners
• Authorized $219,600 grant agreement with Franklin Soil and Water for stormwater education programs

Columbus City Council

Columbus City Council is meeting virtually to consider renewing contracts for refuse collection and vehicle washing, authorizing a $2.5 million grant for a summer food program, and approving various utility and construction agreements.

• Authorize $2.5M grant for 2021 Summer Food Program
• Authorize $60,000 for vehicle washing services
• Authorize $1.335M for sewer construction inspection
• Authorize $800K for engineering services
• Authorize $5.55M tax abatement for Frieland High LLC

The City Council reviewed several first readings for legislation regarding finance, public utilities, and economic development. The session included the adoption of ceremonial resolutions and the approval of multiple items via the consent agenda.

• Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (7-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Public Schools Week in Columbus (7-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing the service of Columbus Firefighters to Kay Werk (7-0)
• Approved honoring Tracy Swanson via consent agenda
• Approved honoring Lila “Missy” Weiler via consent agenda
• Approved commemorating Kimberly A. Blackwell via consent agenda
• Approved recognizing Sanborn “Sandy" Wood via consent agenda
• Approved recognizing Golda Edmonston via consent agenda

Zoning Committee

Columbus Zoning Committee will consider two rezoning requests and several variances. Items include a 10.54-acre rezoning on McNaughten Road from R-1 to L-ARLD for an apartment complex, a 2.71-acre rezoning on Lee Road from R to SR, and variances for multi-unit dwellings on Bryden Road and Jackson Street. Also an amendment to a prior variance for 610 Neil Ave.

• Rezoning of 1572 McNaughten Rd (10.54± acres) from R-1 to L-ARLD for apartment complex
• Variance for reduced building line at 1572 McNaughten Rd for apartment complex
• Rezoning of 7488 Lee Rd (2.71± acres) from R to SR
• Variance to permit two-unit dwelling at 985 Bryden Rd with reduced standards
• Variance to permit four-unit dwelling at 424 Jackson St with reduced standards

The Zoning Committee approved 10 ordinances, including a variance for a two-unit dwelling at 985 Bryden Road and a rezoning of 10.54 acres at 1572 McNaughten Road to an apartment district. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 stay-at-home order.

• Approved variance for 985 Bryden Road (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 1572 McNaughten Rd to L-ARLD (6-0)
• Approved variance for 1572 McNaughten Rd (6-0)
• Approved variance for 424 Jackson St (6-0)
• Approved variance amendment for 610 Neil Ave (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 7488 Lee Rd to SR (6-0)
• Dispensed with reading of the Journal (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 PM (6-0)

Columbus City Council

This is a procedural meeting where the council is tabling two 2021 appropriation ordinances until February 22, 2021. No new decisions or discussions are scheduled. The ordinances, first introduced in November 2020, include a $964 million general fund budget.

• 2502-2020: $964,000,000.00 general fund appropriation for 2021, tabled until 2/22/2021
• 2503-2020: appropriations and transfers for other 2021 funds, tabled until 2/22/2021

Columbus City Council considered the 2021 general fund budget (Ord. 2502-2020) and other funds budget (Ord. 2503-2020), made amendments, then tabled both until February 22, 2021. No final vote on passage occurred.

• Took up Ord. 2502-2020 (general fund appropriations) from table (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Ord. 2502-2020 (7-0)
• Approved second amendment to Ord. 2502-2020 (5-2)
• Tabled Ord. 2502-2020 until 2/22/2021 (7-0)
• Took up Ord. 2503-2020 (other funds appropriations) from table (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Ord. 2503-2020 (7-0)
• Tabled Ord. 2503-2020 until 2/22/2021 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:00 A.M.

Columbus City Council

The council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a $55.1 million contract for wholesale electric power, a 75% tax abatement for T. Marzetti Company tied to a $5.4 million investment, and the annexation of 0.384 acres in Orange Township. Consent actions include contracts for EMS billing, animal cruelty investigations, and emergency management support.

• $55,137,000 contract with American Municipal Power for wholesale electric power
• $6,273,333 contract for sewer lining near South Blueprint Area
• 75% enterprise zone tax abatement for T. Marzetti Company with $5.4M investment
• $750,000 contract for EMS billing services for the Division of Fire
• $811,437 for Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security support

Council approved several consent items, including $130,000 for COVID-19 healthcare supplies and a contract for investment advisory services. Ceremonial resolutions were adopted to recognize Black History Month, Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and mental health advocate Ezekiel Peebles III. Multiple pieces of legislation regarding public utilities and infrastructure were read for the first time.

• Approved $130,000 for COVID-19 supplies and equipment (Consent Agenda)
• Approved up to $180,000 for investment advisory services with Meeder Public Funds (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $189,480 for Recreation and Parks equipment (Consent Agenda)
• Adopted resolution honoring Ezekiel Peebles III and Key Counseling and Consultation (7-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring February 2021 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing February as Black History Month (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $1.00 contract for John Deere OEM Heavy Equipment Parts (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $2.00 contracts for Small Engine & Grounds Equipment Parts (Consent Agenda)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is reviewing multiple land-use changes including residential developments and commercial rezonings. These items include requests for variances to allow specific uses or reduced development standards at various locations.

• Variance for a youth center at 3860 KIMBERLY PKWY. N.
• Rezoning of 3655 W. DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD. from C-3 to CPD
• Rezoning of 4509 CLEVELAND AVE. from CPD to L-C-2
• Variance for a multi-unit residential development at 844 E. 11TH AVE.
• Variance for a mixed-use development at 1331 N. HIGH ST.

The Zoning Committee approved 5 items: a rezoning of 3655 W Dublin-Granville Rd to a planned commercial district, a downzoning at 4509 Cleveland Ave, and variances for a youth center at 3860 Kimberly Pkwy N, a 65-unit residential project at 844 E 11th Ave, and a mixed-use development at 1331 N High St. All votes were 6-0 with Elizabeth Brown absent.

• Approved variance for youth center at 3860 Kimberly Pkwy N (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 3655 W Dublin-Granville Rd to CPD, declared emergency (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 4509 Cleveland Ave to L-C-2 (6-0)
• Approved variance for 65-unit residential at 844 E 11th Ave, declared emergency (6-0)
• Approved variance for mixed-use at 1331 N High St (6-0)

Columbus City Council

The City Council is reviewing several rezoning requests and variances for residential and commercial properties. The meeting also includes authorizations for various public utility service contracts and infrastructure projects.

• Rezoning of 3655 W. DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD. from C-3 to CPD
• Rezoning of 4509 CLEVELAND AVE. from CPD to L-C-2
• Variance for a youth center at 3860 KIMBERLY PKWY. N.
• Variance for a multi-unit residential development at 844 E. 11TH AVE.
• Contract renewal for clean fill dumping services with JDM Services, LLC ($100,000.00)

The Columbus City Council approved a consent agenda containing $2.87 million in contracts for Goodale Park improvements, aquatics capital projects, and multiple water and sewer engineering agreements. They also adopted a ceremonial resolution declaring February 5 as Wear Red Day to raise awareness about heart disease. Several first-reading ordinances were introduced, including zoning variances and code amendments, but no final votes were taken on them.

• Approved consent agenda with $2.87M in contracts (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution declaring Feb. 5 Wear Red Day (6-0)
• Approved journal and minutes (unanimous)

Columbus City Council

The Columbus City Council will hold its first regular meeting of 2021, considering first-reading legislation including a new ordinance requiring police body-worn camera activation and first aid protocols. The agenda also includes numerous contracts for water-line engineering, sewer projects, and fleet supplies, plus a $490,000 transfer to a specialty docket court program.

• First reading of new city code chapters 1914 and 1915 on police body-worn cameras and first aid (FR-16)
• $2,047,899.88 engineering agreement for the Williams Castle Interceptor sewer project (FR-13)
• $490,000 transfer from general fund to Franklin County Municipal Court specialty docket program (FR-15)
• $862,887.72 modification for sewerage/drainage inspection services (FR-7)
• $25,000 for Alum Creek Trail - Integrity Drive Connector property acquisition (CA-6)

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss three items regarding property use and development standards. These include a rezoning request and a variance for a mixed-use development on Parsons Avenue, as well as a variance for a meadery on Reliance Street.

• Rezoning of 921 Parsons Ave from C-5 Commercial District to C-4 Commercial District (0042-2021)
• Variance for 921 Parsons Ave to allow ground floor residential uses and reduced development standards (0043-2021)
• Variance for 7472 Reliance St to permit a meadery with tasting room and retail sales (0092-2021)

The Zoning Committee approved the rezoning of 921 Parsons Ave and granted variances for that location to allow mixed-use development. The committee also approved a variance for 7472 Reliance St to permit a meadery with a tasting room and retail sales.

• Approved rezoning 921 Parsons Ave from C-5 Commercial District to C-4 Commercial District (6-0)
• Approved variance for 921 Parsons Ave to permit ground floor residential uses and reduced development standards (6-0)
• Approved variance for 7472 Reliance St to permit a meadery with accessory tasting room and retail sales (6-0)