Columbus public meetings in 2025
64 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council approves $2.6M grant for TB program and $6.15M water bond fund
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing a $2.6 million grant for tuberculosis treatment and a $6.15 million contract modification for water infrastructure. The agenda also includes authorizing a $550,894 transfer of funds and a $21 million tax abatement for a new business.
- Authorize $2.6M grant for Ben Franklin Tuberculosis Program
- Authorize $6.15M contract modification for water bond fund
- Authorize $21M tax abatement for TCG Corrina Owner I, LLC
- Authorize $550,894 transfer from NSP to CDBG fund
- Authorize $650,000 grant agreement with COSI
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✓ Decided: Consent agenda approved: $650K COSI grant, facility contract, school board honors
Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, including five resolutions honoring outgoing Columbus City Schools board members and one individual, a $442,872 facility management contract modification for the Municipal Court Building, and a $650,000 grant agreement with the Franklin County Historical Society (COSI). Additionally, council read by title 18 ordinances for first reading, covering items such as tax abatement, water line improvements, golf course concessions, TB program funding, and building code amendments. No votes were taken on those items.
- Approved five resolutions honoring Ramona R. Reyes, Christina Vera, Michael Cole, James E. Whatley, and the life of Artie Dwyane Taylor (Consent Agenda)
- Approved modification of facility management contract with CBRE Government Services for Municipal Court Building, $442,872 (Consent Agenda)
- Approved grant agreement with Franklin County Historical Society dba COSI, $650,000 (Consent Agenda)
- Read first time 18 ordinances, including tax abatement, water line improvements, golf concessions, TB program grant, GIS data migration, building code amendments, and more (no vote)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (194 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3056-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3311-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3287-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 abstain
Nicholas Bankston abstain · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3324-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3359-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2691-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3333-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3350-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3351-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3364-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3365-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3371-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3377-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3090-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3246-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3261-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3286-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3368-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to consider 99.7-acre rezoning on Bachman Road
The Zoning Committee will review four rezoning applications and four variance requests. The largest rezoning involves 99.7 acres on Bachman Road from Neighborhood General and Neighborhood Edge districts to Planned Unit Development and Limited Apartment Residential districts. Other rezonings include properties on East Powell Road, Avery Road, and Rathmell Road. Variances seek reduced development standards for two-unit dwellings and a religious facility.
- Rezone 99.7 acres at 5371 Bachman Rd. from NG/NE to PUD-6 and L-ARLD (Z24-016)
- Rezone 1.49 acres at 3812 E. Powell Rd. from Rural to C-4 Commercial (Z25-039)
- Amend commitments for 4986 Avery Rd. regarding unit count and building design (Z14-010A)
- Variance at 110 Chicago Ave. to allow two-unit and single-unit dwelling on one lot (CV25-013)
- Variance at 464 Rathmell Rd. for reduced standards for religious facility and apartment complex (CV25-097)
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves several rezoning and variance requests
The Zoning Committee approved multiple rezoning ordinances and property variances across various locations. These decisions included changes to land use for residential, commercial, and religious facility properties.
- Amended and approved rezoning for 3812 E. POWELL RD. (9-0)
- Approved rezoning amendment for 4986 AVERY RD. (9-0)
- Approved rezoning for 464 RATHMELL RD. (9-0)
- Approved rezoning for 5371 BACHMAN RD. (9-0)
- Approved variance for 110 CHICAGO AVE. (9-0)
- Approved variance for 69 CHICAGO AVE. (9-0)
- Approved variance for 464 RATHMELL RD. (9-0)
- Approved variance for 1110 & 1112 S. WASHINGTON AVE. (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3331-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3274-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3275-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3353-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3355-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3346-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3347-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3271-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3271-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3274-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3274-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3275-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3275-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3347-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3347-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3353-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3353-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on $14M Big Walnut sewer extension contract
Columbus City Council holds its first reading of 30-day legislation on over 30 items, including a $14 million contract modification for the Big Walnut Sanitary Trunk Extension Phase 2, a $5.5 million renovation of Old Fire Station 10, and multiple enterprise zone agreements. No final votes are taken at this meeting; proposals will return for a second reading.
- $14,000,000 contract modification for Big Walnut Sanitary Trunk Extension Phase 2 with Obayashi Corporation
- $5,545,100 construction contract for Old Fire Station 10 Renovation with 2K General Co.
- $650,000 grant agreement with Franklin County Historical Society (COSI) for construction management
- 75% tax abatement for 10 years to Georgesville Properties/Aerospace Lubricants for a $5.05M investment creating 15 new jobs
- Operating and Maintenance Agreement with Franklin County for upkeep of Nationwide Arena
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council holds first readings for multiple city contracts and grants
City Council conducted first readings for 27 pieces of legislation, including construction contracts, economic development agreements, and public health services. No final votes were recorded on these ordinances during this meeting.
- Approved motion to dispense with the reading of the Journal (8-0)
- Approved motion to waive the reading of titles for first reading legislation (8-0)
- Read for first time: $5.5M contract with 2K General Co. for Old Fire Station 10 Renovation
- Read for first time: $650,000 grant agreement with Franklin County Historical Society dba COSI
- Read for first time: $324,434.50 contract with Brown Enterprise Solutions, LLC for Adobe software
- Read for first time: $370,000 contract with SCA of OH, LLC for Bridge Cleaning and Sealing 2025
- Read for first time: $300,000 contract with Evans, Mechwart, Hambleton & Tilton, Inc. for Trabue and Walcutt Road project
- Read for first time: $32,448 grant agreement with Lower Lights Ministries for Envision Hilltop Plan
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (124 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2835-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2883-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3036-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3054-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3055-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3069-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3109-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3111-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3122-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2943-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3123-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3155-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3156-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3161-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3171-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3184-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3191-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3213-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to review rezonings and variances for several Columbus properties
The Zoning Committee is meeting to consider three rezoning amendments and four variance requests. These items involve changes to land use districts and development standards for properties on Riverside Drive, Ridge Street, Olentangy River Road, N. Miami Ave, and Romona Pl.
- Rezoning of 1037 Ridge St. from Apartment-Office to Limited Manufacturing District
- Rezoning of 3654 Olentangy River Rd. from Commercial Planned Development to Limited Apartment Residential District
- Amendment to building setback at 6000 Riverside Dr.
- Variance for a four-unit dwelling at 183 N. Miami Ave.
- Variance for a Type A family child care home at 1174 Romona Pl.
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✓ Decided: Columbus Zoning Committee approves 6 rezonings and 4 variances
The Zoning Committee approved six rezoning amendments and four variance requests for properties across Columbus. All items passed with 8 affirmative votes, with one council member absent.
- Approved Riverside Dr. setback modification (8-0)
- Approved Ridge St. to L-M district (8-0)
- Approved Olentangy River Rd. to L-AR-3 district (8-0)
- Approved Ridge St. manufacturing variance (8-0)
- Approved Miami Ave. residential variance (8-0)
- Approved Romona Pl. child care variance (8-0)
- Approved Olentangy River Rd. apartment variance (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:00 PM (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3187-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3262-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3268-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3263-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3265-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3269-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3270-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3187-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3262-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3268-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3263-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3263-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3263-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3265-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3265-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3265-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3269-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3269-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider $6.6M in water plant contracts, TIF deals for housing
Columbus City Council will hold first readings on 27 pieces of legislation, including major contracts for dewatering improvements at two water reclamation plants totaling over $6.5 million, tax increment financing agreements for the Cardington Flats and VC Acres developments, and numerous grants for community plan implementation. The agenda also includes liquor permit transfers and renewals, snow removal contract renewal, and purchases of police equipment.
- $3.45M engineering contract for Southerly Water Reclamation Plant dewatering improvements
- $3.13M contract for Jackson Pike Water Reclamation Plant dewatering improvements
- TIF agreement to reimburse OP Development LLC for infrastructure at Cardington Flats (Parcel 010-305900)
- TIF agreement for second phase of VC Acres with Hamilton Road Apartments II LLC (Parcel 010-302731)
- $319,500 contract with Solar United Neighbors for Solar Co-Op Management program
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✓ Decided: Council approves 9 resolutions for first reading
Columbus City Council convened and approved the meeting journal and waived the reading of legislation titles. The council then read nine resolutions for first time, including contracts for technology support, snow removal, and water reclamation plant improvements.
- Approved meeting journal (9-0)
- Waived reading of legislation titles (9-0)
- Read FR-1: iReportSource tech support contract ($119,000)
- Read FR-2: Winnscapes snow removal contract ($250,712.88)
- Read FR-3: B2GNow software subscriptions ($139,523)
- Read FR-4: Orion Communications workforce system ($67,682)
- Read FR-5: Versaterm Crime Lab system ($87,805.58)
- Read FR-23: Jackson Pike water reclamation improvements ($3,132,414)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (102 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3052-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2874-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3043-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3060-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3093-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2961-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2963-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3015-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3048-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3129-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3130-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3131-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2967-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2614-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2977-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2910-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3034-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3029-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Rezoning of 4970 Lindora Dr. from commercial to limited apartment residential
The Zoning Committee will consider one rezoning and seven variance requests at this meeting. The rezoning would change 0.92 acres at 4970 Lindora Dr. from C-4 Commercial to L-AR-1 Limited Apartment Residential, paving the way for apartment development. Several variances seek reduced parking, landscaping, and setback standards for residential projects on Gates St., Osceola Ave., Oaklawn St., Fulton St., Franklin Ave., and Hutchinson Ave.
- Rezoning #Z24-024: 4970 Lindora Dr. from C-4 to L-AR-1 (0.92 acres)
- Variance CV25-052: 671 E. Gates St. – single-unit and two-unit dwelling on one lot with reduced standards
- Variance CV25-067: 2661-2663 Osceola Ave. – two single-unit dwellings with reduced standards
- Variance CV25-055: 2866 Oaklawn St. – two single-unit dwellings with reduced standards
- Variance CV25-066: 175 Hutchinson Ave. – ground floor residential with reduced parking in CPD district
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✓ Decided: Rezoning approved for apartments at 4970 Lindora Dr (8-1)
The Zoning Committee approved a rezoning of 0.92 acres at the southeast corner of Lindora and Carbondale Drives from C-4 Commercial to L-AR-1 Limited Apartment Residential (8-1), clearing the way for an apartment building. The committee also approved seven variances for reduced development standards at properties on Gates St, Osceola Ave, Oaklawn St, Fulton St, Franklin Ave, and Hutchinson Ave, all by unanimous or 8-1 votes.
- Approved rezoning 4970 Lindora Dr to L-AR-1 (8-1)
- Approved variance CV24-075 for 4970 Lindora Dr (8-1)
- Approved variance CV25-052 for 671 E Gates St (9-0)
- Approved variance CV25-067 for 2661-2663 Osceola Ave (9-0)
- Approved variance CV25-055 for 2866 Oaklawn St (9-0)
- Approved variance CV25-051 for 1287 E Fulton St (9-0)
- Approved variance CV25-085 for 1461 Franklin Ave (9-0)
- Approved variance CV25-066 for 175 Hutchinson Ave (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2788-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3103-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3105-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3106-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3107-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3110-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1979-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1980-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1980-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1980-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2788-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2788-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3103-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3103-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3105-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3105-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3106-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3106-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on $1.2M wastewater treatment contract modification
The Columbus City Council is holding first readings on multiple ordinances, including major contracts for public utilities, a land exchange with Franklin Park Conservatory, and grants for sports and youth programs. The council will also consider liquor permit transfers and other routine business. All items are at the first reading stage, meaning they will be voted on at a future meeting.
- $1.2M contract modification with Black & Veatch for Waste Water Treatment Facilities-General Program #5
- $500,000 grant to Greater Columbus Sports Commission for support of the Columbus Fury professional volleyball team
- Land exchange of 27.961 acres at 1777 E. Broad Street with Franklin Park Conservatory
- $563,000 contract with Center for Disease Detection, LLC for medical laboratory services
- $1.76M contract renewal with Roberts Service Group for electric power systems maintenance
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✓ Decided: Council holds first reading on multiple ordinances, no final votes
Columbus City Council met for Regular Meeting No. 55. The council approved the journal and waived reading of first-reading legislation titles. All listed ordinances, including contracts, grants, and expenditures, received only their first reading; no final votes or substantive decisions were made.
- Approved journal reading (8-0, 1 absent)
- Waived reading of first-reading legislation titles (8-0, 1 absent)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (83 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2800-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2969-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2779-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2553-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2794-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2806-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2810-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2822-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2836-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2948-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0246X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2973-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2991-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2998-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2699-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2700-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0237X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2525-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Committee to consider rezoning for cemetery use on W. Mound St.
The Zoning Committee will consider one rezoning amendment to allow cemetery and mausoleum uses at 1155 W. Mound St., and six variance requests for properties on Briggs Rd., Mt. Vernon Ave., N. High St., Neil Ave., E. Beck St., and Bryden Rd. Variances seek reduced development standards for an assisted living facility, a non-accessory parking lot, and multiple two-unit dwelling conversions.
- Rezoning amendment #2979-2025 for 1155 W. Mound St. to add cemetery/mausoleum uses in CPD district
- Variance #2790-2025 for 2720-2732 Briggs Rd. to allow assisted living facility with reduced standards
- Variance #2865-2025 for 1015 N. High St. to allow non-accessory parking lot in Urban Core district
- Variance #2990-2025 for 1103 Neil Ave. to allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot in R-4 district
- Variance #3005-2025 for 1371 Bryden Rd. to allow a two-unit dwelling with reduced standards in R-3 district
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves multiple residential and commercial variances
The Zoning Committee approved several variances for residential dwellings and a commercial assisted living facility. One request for a non-accessory parking lot was referred back to committee. Most approved items were amended to emergency status.
- Approved rezoning amendment for cemetery uses and mausoleum buildings at 1155 W. Mound St. (8-0)
- Approved variance for assisted living facility at 2720-2732 Briggs Rd. (8-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 1371 Mt. Vernon Ave. (8-0)
- Referred variance for non-accessory parking lot at 1015 N. High St. to Committee (8-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 1103 Neil Ave. (8-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 465 E. Beck St. (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2862-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2990-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3004-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3005-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2790-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2979-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2865-2025 — Referred to Committee
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2979-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2979-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2790-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2790-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2790-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2790-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2862-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2862-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2862-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2862-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2990-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on $8.3M Blueprint Hilltop sewer lining project
Columbus City Council holds its 53rd regular meeting with first readings of 30-day legislation. Items include a $8.3 million sewer lining contract for the Blueprint Hilltop area, a $5.9 million water line project on Atlanta Drive, and a $6 million intergovernmental agreement for aging services. Also up for vote: property appropriation for the Broad Street Phase project and over $3.3 million in federal HIV grant funds.
- $8.3 million construction contract with Performance Pipelining Inc. for Blueprint Hilltop 1 - Palmetto/Westgate Lateral Lining Project 2
- $5.9 million contract with Driven Excavating LLC for Atlanta Drive Area Water Line Improvements
- $6 million intergovernmental agreement with Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging for senior services
- Declaration of necessity to appropriate property for the Broad Street Phase project ($0.00)
- $3.38 million Ryan White Part A HIV Care grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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✓ Decided: Council adopts Veterans Day resolution, no final votes on legislation
The meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the journal and adopted a ceremonial resolution honoring Veterans Day (9-0). Nineteen pieces of legislation were introduced on first reading but no final votes were taken; all items remain pending.
- Approved journal (9-0)
- Adopted Ceremonial Resolution 0252X-2025 recognizing Veterans Day (9-0)
- Read and filed communications and reports received by City Clerk's Office
- Waived reading of titles for first reading legislation (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (62 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2825-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2879-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2777-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0245X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2837-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2845-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2858-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2697-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2583-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2648-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2682-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2834-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2849-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2851-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2893-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2658-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2705-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2890-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to consider rezoning on Westerville Road and variance on N. High St.
The Zoning Committee will review a request to change the zoning designation for a property on Westerville Road. The body will also consider a variance request for a parking lot on N. High St.
- Rezoning of 3270 Westerville Rd. (2.23± acres) from R-1 Residential to L-M Limited Manufacturing (Rezoning #Z25-025)
- Variance request for 1015 N. High St. to allow a non-accessory parking lot in the Urban Core District (Council Variance #CV25-077)
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✓ Decided: Columbus zoning committee approves Westerville Road rezoning
The committee approved an ordinance to rezone 2.23 acres on Westerville Road from residential to limited manufacturing. A variance request for a parking lot on North High Street was referred to committee. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 PM.
- Approved rezoning 3270 Westerville Rd (R-1 to L-M) (9-0)
- Referred variance for 1015 N. High St parking lot to committee (9-0)
- Dispensed with reading and approved the journal (9-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2861-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2865-2025 — Referred to Committee
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on pay transparency requirement for job postings
Council will hold first reading of an ordinance requiring pay transparency in job postings. Other actions include rezoning 3270 Westerville Rd. to limited manufacturing, granting a variance for a parking lot at 1015 N. High St., and approving multiple technology and maintenance contracts. Consent agenda includes a $812,144 custodial contract for the Public Health Department.
- First reading of pay transparency ordinance (FR-11) amending Chapter 2335
- Rezoning 3270 Westerville Rd. from R-1 to L-M Limited Manufacturing (FR-12)
- Variance to allow non-accessory parking lot at 1015 N. High St. (FR-13)
- Annexation of 1.4± acres in Orange Township (FR-9)
- Custodial services contract for Public Health Department, $812,144 (CA-11)
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Talia Brown as City Treasurer
The council approved the appointment of Talia Brown as City Treasurer and approved multiple contracts for technology and software maintenance. Several ceremonial resolutions were also adopted.
- Appointed Talia Brown as City Treasurer (8-0)
- Approved CentralSquare software contract ($52,391.28)
- Authorized Kanchi Technologies contract ($98,356.20)
- Authorized Touchstone IQ software contract ($155,740.00)
- Authorized Cornerstone OnDemand LMS contract ($259,572.62)
- Authorized Karpinski Engineering services ($225,000)
- Authorized Fujitec elevator upgrades ($57,909.43)
- Authorized Motorola Solutions records system contract ($363,557.00)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (77 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2740-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2772-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2802-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2728-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2739-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2744-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2746-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2747-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2748-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2749-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2750-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2751-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2755-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2756-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2757-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2758-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2759-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2760-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee discusses Obetz Road development and Parsons Avenue variance
The Zoning Committee will review a rezoning amendment for property at 341 Obetz Rd. to modify height and site plans. Members will also consider a variance request for an automotive repair facility at 1058 Parsons Ave.
- Rezoning amendment #Z16-062A for 341 Obetz Rd. regarding height district and site plan
- Variance #CV25-032 for an automotive repair facility at 1058 Parsons Ave.
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✓ Decided: Approved amended rezoning for 341 Obetz Rd (8-0)
The Zoning Committee approved two ordinances. Ordinance 2789-2025 amended a prior rezoning for the property at 341 OBETZ RD, modifying height district and development text in the Commercial Planned Development District. Ordinance 2378-2025 granted a variance for 1058 PARSONS AVE to allow an automotive repair facility with reduced development standards in the Urban General District.
- Approved amended rezoning for 341 Obetz Rd (2789-2025, 8-0)
- Granted variance for automotive repair at 1058 Parsons Ave (2378-2025, 8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2789-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2378-2025 — Accept the application and area commission report into evidence as exhibits
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2789-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2378-2025 — Adopt the following as the factual findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2378-2025 — Adopt the Following Preliminary Findings and Final Findings
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2378-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus Council approves $3.1M for utility IT upgrades
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing over $3.1 million in contracts for utility information systems, elevator upgrades, and public safety software. The agenda also includes resolutions recognizing federal government impacts and public art strategies.
- Authorize $3.14M for utility customer information system upgrades
- Authorize $363.6K for Police Records system maintenance
- Authorize $225K for City Hall structured cabling assessment
- Authorize $935K for offsite biosolids anaerobic digestion
- Authorize $150K for forensic psychology screening services
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✓ Decided: Council adopted three ceremonial resolutions and held first readings on 21 ordinances
The Columbus City Council held its regular meeting on October 20, 2025, adopting three ceremonial resolutions recognizing a federal government shutdown impact, supporting a public art strategy, and celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The council also conducted first readings of 21 ordinances covering finance, technology, public utilities, and development, but took no final votes on any substantive legislation.
- Approved resolution recognizing federal government shutdown impact (9-0)
- Adopted resolution supporting Greater Columbus Public Art Strategy (9-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month (9-0)
- Approved journal and waived reading of titles (9-0)
- Read and filed communications from City Clerk's Office
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (68 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2252-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2339-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2552-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2568-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2725-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2726-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2597-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2463-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2603-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0223X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2261-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2572-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2573-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 abstain
Nicholas Bankston abstain · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2584-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2592-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2541-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2571-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2581-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee discusses rezoning and variances for residential and commercial properties
The Zoning Committee is reviewing several requests to change land use designations and grant building variances. These items include rezoning land for apartment districts and commercial planned developments, as well as granting variances for garage heights, building heights, and parking requirements.
- Rezoning 2410 Demorest Rd. from Rural District to Limited Apartment Residential District
- Amending ordinance for property at 1988 Hilliard & Rome Rd. regarding building setback lines
- Rezoning 1156 Oakland Park Ave. to Commercial Planned Development District
- Variance for increased garage height at 2410 Demorest Rd.
- Variance for increased building height at 2025 S. High St.
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves multiple rezonings and variances
The Zoning Committee approved three rezoning requests and five variances for residential and commercial properties. Decisions included allowing an apartment complex on Demorest Road and a multi-unit development on S. High St.
- Approved rezoning 2410 Demorest Rd. to Limited Apartment Residential District (9-0)
- Approved rezoning amendment for 1988 Hilliard & Rome Rd. regarding building setback (8-0)
- Approved rezoning 1156 Oakland Park Ave. to Commercial Planned Development District (8-0)
- Approved variance for increased garage height at 2410 Demorest Rd. (8-0)
- Approved variance for multi-unit residential height at 2025 S. High St. (8-0)
- Approved variance for two-unit dwelling at 1097-1099 E. 18th Ave. (8-0)
- Approved variance for plant nursery storage at 1156 Oakland Park Ave. (8-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 285 E. Moler St. (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2288-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2684-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2694-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2289-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2660-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2693-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2695-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2696-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2701-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2702-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2288-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2684-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2694-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2289-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2289-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2289-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2660-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2660-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Oct 6, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
City Council authorizes water line improvements and software contracts
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing contracts for water line improvements on East Broad Street and Madison Avenue, along with software maintenance for city utilities. The meeting also includes resolutions recognizing community achievements and a proposed levy for the ADAMH Board.
- Authorize $474,250 for East Broad Street water line improvements
- Authorize $404,844 for Madison Avenue water line improvements
- Authorize $753,900 for software license renewal with Azteca Systems
- Authorize $1.1 million for Habitat for Humanity home construction
- Resolution to endorse 3.8 mill levy for ADAMH Board
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✓ Decided: Council endorsed 3.35 mill ADAMH levy renewal and increase
Columbus City Council adopted three ceremonial resolutions, including one endorsing a 3.35 mill renewal and increase levy for the ADAMH Board of Franklin County. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included seven recognition awards and two administrative actions (a CDBG subrecipient agreement modification and a technology contract renewal). Additionally, 12 ordinances received first reading but no final vote was taken.
- Adopted resolution endorsing 3.35 mill ADAMH Board levy (7-0)
- Adopted Digital Inclusion Week resolution (7-0)
- Adopted Utility of the Future recognition for Columbus Water and Power (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 7 Legal Aid awards, CDBG modification, and technology renewal (7-0)
- Gave first reading to 12 ordinances: software contracts, water line improvements, housing funds, etc. (no final action taken)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (53 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1466-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2389-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2391-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2412-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2498-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2225-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0137-2025 — Read and Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2433-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2576-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2140-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2388-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2394-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2540-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
14 present · 4 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present · Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2228-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2529-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2397-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2461-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans absent · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Sep 29, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus City Council considers $1.3M for bikeway project and $500K for road work
Columbus City Council will consider first readings for several contracts and capital projects, including a $1.3 million contract for the Bikeway Development - Tussing Road project and a $500,000 contract for the Intersection - Brice Road and Shannon Road project. The agenda also includes resolutions to recognize community events and a consent action to authorize $187,736 in CDBG grant funds for Maryhaven security improvements.
- Authorize $1.3M for Bikeway Development - Tussing Road project
- Authorize $500K for Intersection - Brice Road and Shannon Road project
- Authorize $187,736 for Maryhaven Security System Improvements
- Authorize $500K for Columbus Next Generation Corporation real estate development
- Authorize $72,565 for prisoner medical claims processing
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✓ Decided: Council approved ceremonial resolutions and first readings only
The council approved the journal, adopted three ceremonial resolutions (recognizing the Columbus Marathon, USPS 250th anniversary, and Hunger Action Month), and introduced 21 items for first reading. No final votes were taken on substantive legislation; all actions were procedural or ceremonial.
- Approved journal (8-0, 1 absent)
- Adopted resolution recognizing Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon (8-0, 1 absent)
- Adopted resolution recognizing 250th anniversary of USPS (7-0, 2 absent)
- Adopted resolution recognizing September as Hunger Action Month (8-0, 1 absent)
- Waived reading of titles of first reading legislation (8-0, 1 absent)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (84 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2304-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2340-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2360-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2432-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2468-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2469-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2487-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2549-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2353-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2454-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2455-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2262-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2341-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2344-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2396-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2446-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2472-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2473-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Sep 29, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to consider multiple apartment rezonings and residential variances
The Zoning Committee is reviewing three requests to rezone parcels for limited apartment residential use. The body will also discuss nine variance requests for residential developments and a telecommunication antenna.
- Rezone 4970 Lindora Dr. from Commercial to Limited Apartment Residential
- Rezone 2410 Demorest Rd. (14.07± acres) from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential
- Rezone 1854 Stelzer Rd. (14.00± acres) from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential
- Variance for 3639 Gender Rd. to allow a monopole telecommunication antenna and assisted living facility
- Variances for residential development at 1855, 1815-1817, and 1850 & 1870 Tanis Dr.
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves several residential variances and one rezoning
The committee approved a rezoning for 1854 Stelzer Rd. and granted multiple variances for residential developments on Tanis Dr., Linwood Ave., and W. Northwood Ave. Several other rezoning and variance requests were referred back to committee.
- Approved rezoning 1854 Stelzer Rd. from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential (7-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings at 39 Linwood Ave. (7-0)
- Approved residential development variance at 1855 Tanis Dr. (7-0)
- Approved two-unit dwelling variance at 1815-1817 Tanis Dr. (7-0)
- Approved residential development variance at 1850 & 1870 Tanis Dr. (7-0)
- Referred rezoning of 4970 Lindora Dr. to committee (7-0)
- Referred rezoning of 2410 Demorest Rd. to committee (7-0)
- Referred variance for 4970 Lindora Dr. to committee (7-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (39 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1979-2025 — Referred to Committee
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2288-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1980-2025 — Referred to Committee
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2289-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2488-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2489-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2490-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2503-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2516-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2517-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2535-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2311-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2516-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2288-2025 — Referred to Committee
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2289-2025 — Referred to Committee
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2311-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2311-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
2488-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on $4.95M Barnett Rd storm sewer and water main project
The Council will conduct first readings of 30-day legislation, including several multi-million dollar contracts for public utility infrastructure improvements and a $700,000 housing repair program. Consent actions include resolutions recognizing Public Safety Week and National Drive Electric Month, plus liquor license transfers and various procurement contracts.
- First reading of $4,952,844.68 contract for Barnett Rd storm sewer and water main improvements
- First reading of $4,622,182.00 contract for Southerly Water Reclamation Plant switching station replacement
- First reading of $1,153,133.82 contract modification for 69-2 Circuit Improvements
- First reading of $700,000.00 for Critical Home Repair Program via Affordable Housing Bonds
- First reading of ordinance to amend Chapter 1145 (Industrial Pretreatment Program enforcement) of Columbus City Codes
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda with $273K in technology contracts
Council approved the consent agenda, including two technology contracts totaling $273,010.75, and adopted ceremonial resolutions recognizing National Drive Electric Month and Public Safety Week. Fifteen items received first reading, including a $4.95 million sewer project and $700,000 for critical home repairs, but no final vote was taken on them.
- Approved journal of previous meeting (9-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing National Drive Electric Month (9-0)
- Adopted resolution designating Public Safety Week (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $152,570 Veeam software renewal (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $120,440.75 SolarWinds software purchase (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1 universal term contract for Versalift parts (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $2 universal term contracts for aftermarket truck parts (9-0)
- Read and filed five liquor permit transfers (no vote)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (94 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2302-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2323-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2452-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0191X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1951-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2319-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2350-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2276-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2293-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2294-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2445-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 abstain
Nicholas Bankston abstain · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2299-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0133-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2421-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2422-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2423-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2424-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2425-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Committee to rezone 9-acre Refugee Rd. site for apartments, grant development variances
The Zoning Committee will consider two rezoning requests and one variance. One rezoning would change 9.03 acres at 3355 Refugee Rd. from limited commercial to apartment residential, with a companion variance to allow reduced development standards for an apartment complex. Another rezoning would change 2.31 acres at 1815 Woodland Ave. from residential to limited commercial.
- Rezone 3355 Refugee Rd. (9.03 acres) from L-C-4 to AR-1 for apartments (Z25-018)
- Variance at 3355 Refugee Rd. to reduce parking, building line, and yard requirements for the apartment complex (CV24-138)
- Rezone 1815 Woodland Ave. (2.31 acres) from R-2 to L-C-4 limited commercial (Z25-018)
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves two rezonings and one variance
The committee approved rezoning requests for properties on Woodland Avenue and Refugee Road. Additionally, a variance was granted for an apartment complex at 3355 Refugee Road to allow for reduced development standards.
- Approved rezoning 1815 Woodland Ave. from R-2 to L-C-4 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 3355 Refugee Rd. from L-C-4 to AR-1 (9-0)
- Approved variance for 3355 Refugee Rd. regarding parking, screening, and building lines (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2278-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2312-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2313-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2313-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2313-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
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Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on $12.4M water plant residuals removal contract
Columbus City Council will consider over 30 items at its Sept. 8 regular meeting, including a $12.4 million contract for residuals removal at the Parsons Avenue Water Plant. Other notable items include a $1 million computer procurement contract, multiple roadway engineering contracts, and utility easements. The council will also hear first readings on various public service and safety proposals.
- $12,379,583.30 contract with Synagro Central for Parsons Avenue Water Plant residuals removal
- $1,038,000.00 for computer and related product procurement via universal term contract
- $579,553.00 for Hudson Street-Arcadia Avenue transmission main engineering
- $652,207.77 for Circuit #79 street lighting improvements
- First reading to apply for Safe Streets for All supplemental planning grant
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Talia Brown as Interim City Treasurer
Columbus City Council unanimously appointed Talia Brown as Interim City Treasurer following the retirement of Deborah Klie. The meeting also included the approval of the journal and first readings of 27 legislative items, which were introduced but not voted on.
- Appointed Talia Brown as Interim City Treasurer effective August 30, 2025 (9-0)
- Approved reading and disposal of the journal (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (86 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0189X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0190X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0192X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1887-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2073-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2126-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2127-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2132-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2175-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2189-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2198-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2205-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2227-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2230-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2240-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2241-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2255-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2259-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee to consider 4 rezonings and 7 variances
The Columbus Zoning Committee will review four proposed rezonings and seven variance requests at its September 8 meeting. The agenda includes items for residential and commercial properties across several city districts.
- Rezone 4970 LINDORA DR. from C-4 to L-AR-1
- Rezone 3459 TRABUE RD. from CPD to AR-1
- Rezone 3639 GENDER RD. from CPD to AR-3
- Grant variance at 4970 LINDORA DR. for reduced parking
- Grant variance at 982 JAEGER ST. for habitable space above garage
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✓ Decided: Zoning committee approved Gender and Trabue rezonings, postponed Lindora rezoning
The Zoning Committee voted unanimously on all items. It approved two rezonings for apartment districts on Gender Road and Trabue Road, and a variance for a telecom antenna at the Trabue Road property. It also approved several other variances for residential properties and postponed two items for a Lindora Drive property to September 29.
- Postponed rezoning and variance at 4970 Lindora Dr to 9/29/2025 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning at 3459 Trabue Rd to AR-1 as amended (9-0)
- Approved rezoning at 3639 Gender Rd to AR-3 as amended with emergency (9-0)
- Approved variance at 982 Jaeger St for habitable space above detached garage as amended with emergency (9-0)
- Approved variance at 1691 Dyer Rd for two single-unit dwellings on one lot (9-0)
- Approved variance at 3459 Trabue Rd for monopole telecom antenna (9-0)
- Approved variance at 769 S. 17th St for single-unit and two-unit dwelling on one lot (9-0)
- Approved variance at 910 Mohawk St for habitable space above garage with increased height (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1979-2025 — Postponed to Date Certain
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2290-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2314-2025 — Amended to Emergency
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1980-2025 — Postponed to Date Certain
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2279-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2286-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2291-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2295-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2296-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2311-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2290-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2290-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2314-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2279-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2279-2025 — Amended to Emergency
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2279-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2286-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2286-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jul 28, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to accept $2.7M state grant for municipal court
The City Council will consider first readings of 17 ordinances, including a $2.7 million state grant for the Franklin County Municipal Court, a $1.3 million economic development agreement with One Columbus, and a TIF agreement for Hayden Run Road development. Consent actions include contracts for technology, construction, and software services. Several resolutions honoring community groups and individuals are also on the agenda.
- Accept $2,719,348 state grant for Franklin County Municipal Court (FR-11)
- Enter $1,300,000 grant agreement with One Columbus for economic development (FR-4)
- Approve $876,134 contract for North Bank Pavilion interior renovation (FR-7)
- Amend Title 39 to update Office of Diversity and Inclusion operations (FR-15)
- Authorize $399,494 contract for Reservoir ADA kayak launches (FR-6)
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda items including technology contract and ceremonial resolutions
The City Council approved a consent agenda that included a technology contract modification, ceremonial resolutions recognizing local organizations, and the first reading of several ordinances for economic development and infrastructure projects.
- Approved Talkdesk contract modification ($212,798)
- Approved Olde Towne East Neighborhood Association 50th anniversary resolution
- Approved Old Lesbians for Organizing for Change (O.L.O.C.) National Gathering resolution
- Approved Bible Way Church 65th anniversary resolution
- Approved Equality Across Ohio Day recognition
- Waived reading of first-reading legislation titles
- Read for first time: $200,000 Experience Columbus marketing agreement
- Read for first time: $1.3M One Columbus economic development grant
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (163 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0156X-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1790-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1872-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1997-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2027-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2062-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2074-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2057-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2080-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2082-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2083-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1987-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 abstain
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green abstain · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1988-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2021-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2079-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1927-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1929-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1930-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jul 28, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Rezoning 142.5 acres on Hayden Run Rd to allow apartments and commercial
The Zoning Committee will consider four rezoning applications and several variance requests at its July 28 meeting. Key items include rezoning 142.5 acres on Hayden Run Road to allow limited apartments and commercial development, and a variance for a mixed-use project at 531 W. 5th Avenue to reduce development standards.
- Rezoning 531 W. 5th Ave (9.91 acres) from C-4, R, AR-1 to C-4, R, AR-3 (Rezoning Z25-001)
- Rezoning 4970 Lindora Dr (0.92 acres) from C-4 to L-AR-1 (Rezoning Z24-024)
- Rezoning 7642 Hayden Run Rd (142.5 acres) from R to L-AR-1 and CPD (Rezoning Z24-038)
- Rezoning 753 Harmon Ave (1.59 acres) from C-4 to M (Rezoning Z24-020)
- Variance for 531 W. 5th Ave to allow mixed-use with reduced standards (CV25-001)
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✓ Decided: Zoning committee approves 142.5-acre Hayden Run Rd. apartment/commercial rezoning
The Zoning Committee approved multiple rezonings and variances, including a 142.5-acre parcel on Hayden Run Road rezoned from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential and Commercial Planned Development, and a 9.91-acre site at 531 W. 5th Ave rezoned to allow mixed-use development with reduced standards. Items for 4970 Lindora Dr. were postponed to September 8, 2025.
- Approved rezoning 531 W. 5th Ave (9.91± acres) to AR-3 and C-4 (9-0)
- Approved variance for 531 W. 5th Ave for mixed-use development with reduced standards (9-0)
- Postponed rezoning 4970 Lindora Dr. to 9/8/25 (9-0)
- Postponed variance 4970 Lindora Dr. to 9/8/25 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 7642 Hayden Run Rd. (142.5± acres) to L-AR-1 and CPD (9-0)
- Approved variance for 7642 Hayden Run Rd. for reduced development standards (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 753 Harmon Ave. to Manufacturing district (9-0)
- Approved variance to amend parking space reduction at 1479 N. High St. (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1858-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1979-2025 — Postponed to Date Certain
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2034-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2044-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1859-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1980-2025 — Postponed to Date Certain
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2031-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2035-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2045-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1859-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1859-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1859-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2031-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2031-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2035-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2035-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2045-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2045-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider $25M for land near Southerly wastewater plant
Columbus City Council will hold first readings on 30-day legislation covering multiple contracts and policy amendments. Major items include $25 million for property acquisition adjacent to the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant, $5.4 million for water line improvements in the Aragon Avenue area, and the creation of two new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts along Olentangy 315. The agenda also includes fee schedule changes for the Department of Development and a $1 million grant agreement with the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging.
- $25,000,000 property acquisition for land adjacent to Southerly Waste Water Treatment Plant (FR-18)
- $5,456,819.78 construction contract for Aragon Avenue Area Water Line Improvements (FR-16)
- Creation of Olentangy 315 North TIF and Olentangy 315 South TIF districts (FR-7, FR-8)
- Amendment to Department of Development fee schedule for administrative and project costs (FR-23)
- $1,000,000 intergovernmental agreement with Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging for Recreation and Parks (FR-11)
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✓ Decided: Council took no final votes on ordinances, introduced 22 first-reading items
The council approved the journal, adopted a ceremonial resolution honoring retiring City Treasurer Deborah L. Klie, and waived reading of titles for first-reading legislation. No substantive ordinances received final votes; 22 ordinances were introduced for first reading only.
- Approved journal of previous meeting (9-0)
- Adopted ceremonial resolution honoring retiring City Treasurer Deborah L. Klie (9-0)
- Waived reading of titles for first-reading legislation (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (86 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1600-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1663-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1805-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1922-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1975-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1998-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1903-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1959-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1722-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1902-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1918-2025 — Postponed to Date Certain
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1656-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1973-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1977-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2011-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2019-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1869-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1962-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee discusses several rezoning and site plan amendments
The Zoning Committee will review multiple requests to amend existing ordinances or rezone specific properties. These items include modifications to site plans, parking, and landscape buffers for commercial developments.
- Modify uses, parking reduction, and site plan at 457 CLEVELAND AVE.
- Rezone 171 MCNAUGHTEN RD. from Rural District to Commercial Planned Development District
- Rezone 6680 LOCKBOURNE RD. within the Limited Manufacturing District
- Modify parking setback and landscape buffer at 2114 IKEA WAY
- Rezone 775 GEORGESVILLE RD. within the Limited Manufacturing District
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves 8 rezoning and amendment ordinances
The Zoning Committee approved eight ordinances, including rezonings and amendments to commercial planned development districts. All nine members present voted in favor of each item.
- Approved Cleveland Ave. CPD amendment (9-0)
- Approved McNaughten Rd. rezoning to CPD (9-0)
- Approved Lockbourne Rd. zoning unchanged (9-0)
- Approved IKEA Way CPD amendment (9-0)
- Approved Georgesville Rd. zoning unchanged (9-0)
- Approved Journal reading and approval (9-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:06 PM (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1839-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1957-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1958-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1960-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1978-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1957-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1958-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jul 14, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider 75% tax abatement for Coulter Ventures' $37M investment
Columbus City Council will hold first readings on multiple ordinances, including several enterprise zone tax abatements for business expansions, a transfer to the Sustainable Columbus Fund, and various contracts for technology, public safety, and utilities. The council also will consider a police canine sale and a fire station renovation.
- 75% tax abatement for Coulter Ventures' $37M investment and 30 jobs at 1848 E Main St
- 75% tax abatement for Pizzuti Stelzer's $22M investment and 18 jobs
- Fire Station 22 women's shower/locker room renovation for $571,500
- Wastewater treatment facilities control integration project for $500,000
- Transfer of $176,636 to Sustainable Columbus Fund for energy and sustainability initiatives
economic-developmenttax-abatementpublic-safetyutilitiessustainabilitytechnology
✓ Decided: Council held first readings on 25 ordinances, no final votes cast
The council approved the journal, filed communications, and removed one ordinance from the consent agenda for later vote. All 25 ordinances received first readings only; no final decisions were reached. The meeting was entirely procedural.
- Approved journal reading and approval (9-0)
- Filed six liquor permit transfers as communications
- Removed ordinance #1655-2025 from consent agenda for separate vote
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (117 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1547-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1694-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1699-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1700-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1730-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1739-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1762-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1776-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1814-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1815-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1841-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1853-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1881-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1904-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1972-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1655-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1680-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1797-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jul 14, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee considers 6 rezonings and 5 variances
The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider six rezoning requests and five variance applications at its July 14 meeting. The items include changes to commercial and residential districts across the city and requests to reduce development standards for specific properties.
- Rezone 1288 Georgesville Rd. from C-2 to CPD (Z25-013)
- Rezone 3055 Gender Rd. from L-C-4 to L-M (Z25-017)
- Rezone 4020 Parsons Ave. from C-2 to R-2 (Z25-015)
- Grant variance for 7520 Worthington-Galena Rd. to allow veterinary practice (CV25-028)
- Grant variance for 3700 Lifestyle Blvd. to allow reduced development standards (CV24-153)
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✓ Decided: Columbus zoning committee approves 9 rezonings and 6 variances
The Zoning Committee approved nine zoning ordinance amendments and six variance requests, all with unanimous 9-0 votes. The committee also approved the meeting journal and declared two ordinances to be emergencies.
- Approved rezoning 1288 Georgesville Rd to CPD (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 3055 Gender Rd to L-M (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 4020 Parsons Ave to R-2 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 4570 Central College Rd to PUD-6 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 3700 Lifestyle Blvd to AR-O (9-0)
- Approved variance at 7520 Worthington-Galena Rd (9-0)
- Approved variance at 3700 Lifestyle Blvd (9-0)
- Approved variance at 4600 Lakehurst Ct (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (32 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1840-2025 — Amended to Emergency
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1843-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1850-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1857-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1862-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1847-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1863-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1866-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1867-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1868-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1840-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1843-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1850-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1857-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1862-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1847-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1847-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1847-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 30, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council considers $2.9M project for DRWP GAC Improvement
Columbus City Council is reviewing several first-reading legislative items, including multiple utility infrastructure contracts and educational grants. The body is also considering resolutions to expand the Local Food Board and recognize the renaming of the Ben Espy Center.
- Contract with CDM Smith, Inc for DRWP GAC Improvement project: $2,999,857.30
- Water Main Repairs project contract with Travco Construction Inc. and John Eramo & Sons Inc.: $2,347,849.86
- Grant agreement with Mid-Ohio Food Collective for Eastland Prosperity Center: $2,000,000.00
- Contract with Impact Community Action for Empowered! clean-energy jobs program: $2,009,922.00
- Property tax abatement for 1489 Rohr Holding LLC based on $30,000,000.00 investment
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✓ Decided: Council approved three ceremonial resolutions, introduced 21 first-reading bills
The council unanimously approved the journal of the previous meeting and adopted three ceremonial resolutions: recognizing efforts to save Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid offices; expanding the Columbus & Franklin County Local Food Board; and renaming the Adventure Center to the Ben Espy Center. No substantive legislation received a final vote; 21 items were introduced for first reading and will be considered at a later meeting.
- Approved reading and disposal of journal (9-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing saving neighborhood Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid offices (9-0)
- Adopted resolution expanding Columbus & Franklin County Local Food Board (9-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing renaming of Adventure Center to Ben Espy Center (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (100 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0154X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1573-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1611-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1672-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1674-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1755-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1668-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1726-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1743-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1745-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1005-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1621-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1623-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1625-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1643-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1710-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1249-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1640-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 30, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus zoning committee to consider 5 rezonings and 5 variances
The Zoning Committee will review five proposed rezonings and five variance requests for properties across Columbus. The agenda includes items for manufacturing, residential, and commercial districts.
- Rezone 1941 Stelzer Rd. from CPD to L-M district
- Rezone 2618 Bethesda Ave. from R-2/R to AR-1 district
- Rezone 8570 N. High St. from R to ARLD district
- Rezone 3535 Olentangy River Rd. from C-3 to L-C-4 district
- Rezone 2262 Refugee Rd. from R-1 to M district
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves five rezonings and five variances unanimously
The Columbus Zoning Committee approved all five rezoning proposals and all five variance requests on the agenda, each by a 9-0 vote. Rezonings included converting properties to Limited Manufacturing, Apartment Residential, and Limited Commercial districts. Variances allowed reduced development standards for a self-storage facility, apartment complexes, and two-unit dwellings.
- Rezoned 1941 Stelzer Rd from CPD to L-M (Limited Manufacturing) – Approved 9-0
- Rezoned 2618 Bethesda Ave from R-2/R to AR-1 (Apartment Residential) – Approved 9-0
- Rezoned 8570 N High St from R to ARLD – Approved 9-0
- Rezoned 3535 Olentangy River Rd from C-3 to L-C-4 (Limited Commercial) – Approved 9-0
- Rezoned 2262 Refugee Rd from R-1 to M (Manufacturing) – Approved 9-0
- Granted variance at 1941 Stelzer Rd for reduced building setback/height for self-storage – Approved 9-0
- Granted variance at 2424 Steele Ave for reduced side yard for two-unit dwelling – Approved 9-0
- Granted variance at 2618 Bethesda Ave for reduced parking setback/perimeter yard for apartment complex – Approved 9-0
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1393-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1601-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1649-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1660-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1712-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1394-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1461-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1602-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1650-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1708-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1394-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1394-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1394-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1461-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1461-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1602-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1602-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1602-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
City Council to authorize $2.1M for sewer pump project
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing a $2.1 million expenditure for the Volunteer Sump Pump '2025' Project and other contracts for engineering, software, and equipment.
- Authorize $2.1M for Volunteer Sump Pump '2025' Project
- Authorize $1.9M for Dayforce software renewal
- Authorize $867K for three CNG dump trucks
- Authorize $500K for Water Division architectural services
- Authorize $220K for small business services
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✓ Decided: Council approves ceremonial resolutions and first-reads 20 ordinances
The council approved four ceremonial resolutions, including one recognizing Caribbean American Heritage Month and another honoring Commissioner Charles Thompkins. The council also waived the reading of titles for first-read legislation and introduced 20 ordinances for various city projects and contracts.
- Approved Caribbean American Heritage Month resolution (9-0)
- Approved resolution honoring Commissioner Charles Thompkins (9-0)
- Approved resolution renaming Thornwood Commons to Thompkins Village (9-0)
- Approved resolution celebrating Legacy Fund 25th Anniversary (9-0)
- Waived reading of first-reading legislation titles (9-0)
- Read for first time 20 ordinances including CNG Station Renovation ($614,785)
- Read for first time 20 ordinances including Enterprise Zone Agreement amendment
- Read for first time 20 ordinances including Community Reinvestment Area Agreement ($8M investment)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (76 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0148X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1024-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0109X-2025 — Postponed to Date Certain
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1258-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1270-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1420-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1478-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1520-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1521-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1522-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1531-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1536-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1597-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1604-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1605-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1607-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1661-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1532-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to review rezoning and variances for three properties
The Zoning Committee will consider one rezoning request and two variance requests. These actions determine how specific parcels of land can be used and whether certain city building codes can be waived.
- Rezoning of 156 Dering Ave (5.78± acres) from CPD to CPD (Rezoning #Z24-040)
- Variance for 554 S. Grant Ave to allow habitable space in a detached garage (Council Variance #CV25-017)
- Variance for 5824 Abraham Dr to allow a Type A family child care home with reduced parking (Council Variance #CV25-037)
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✓ Decided: Zoning committee approves 2 rezonings and 2 variances
The committee approved two zoning ordinances and two council variance requests. All items passed with a 9-0 vote.
- Approved rezoning 156 Dering Ave (5.78 acres) to CPD district
- Approved variance for 554 S. Grant Ave to allow habitable garage space
- Approved variance for 5824 Abraham Dr to reduce parking for child care home
- Approved ordinance to amend rezoning text as submitted to clerk
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1614-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1615-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1636-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1614-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1614-2025 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1615-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1615-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1615-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1636-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1636-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1636-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
⚠️ EPA compliance flag nearby: CAPITAL RESIN CORP (Significant Violation · significant violation)
Sources: IRS/ProPublica, EPA ECHO
Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council considers $647,540 for Public Health elevator modernization
Columbus City Council will discuss various city contracts, grant agreements, and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes first readings of 30-day legislation and several consent actions regarding public rights-of-way and budget amendments.
- Construction contract with 2K General Company for Public Health Elevator Modernization Ph. 1 ($647,540.00)
- Increased funding for Sensus USA, Inc. for the Enhanced Meter Project ($600,000.00)
- Grant agreement with Zora’s House for a community hub ($259,447.12)
- Professional services for Vision Zero - Ped Safety - Crosswalks Enhancements 2023 Phase 2 ($210,000.00)
- Contract with Coupa Software Inc. for electronic procurement software ($343,631.00)
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda items including elevator modernization and software contracts
Columbus City Council approved a series of consent agenda items, including a $647,540 contract for elevator modernization, software platform contracts, and budget transfers. A ceremonial resolution honoring the ReRoute Program was adopted, while a resolution recognizing Caribbean American Heritage Month was postponed.
- Approved elevator modernization contract ($647,540)
- Approved software platform contracts ($368,631)
- Approved budget transfers for HUD loans ($16,004)
- Approved Zora's House community hub grant ($259,447)
- Adopted ceremonial resolution honoring ReRoute Program
- Postponed resolution recognizing Caribbean American Heritage Month
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (84 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1413-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1487-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1366-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1392-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1456-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1277-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1248-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1437-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1367-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1149-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 abstain
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green abstain · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1414-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1427-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1436-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1443-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0107-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0108-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0109-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0110-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee to consider 11 zoning and variance requests
The Columbus Zoning Committee will meet to consider 11 items, including a rezoning of 34 acres on Cubbage Road and seven requests for variances to reduce development standards for multi-unit dwellings.
- Rezone 34 acres on Cubbage Road to Planned Unit Development District
- Grant variance for two single-unit dwellings on one lot at 41 S. CYPRESS AVE.
- Grant variance for two single-unit dwellings on one lot at 3041 WEIRTON DR.
- Grant variance for a three-unit and a two-unit dwelling at 323 STEWART AVE.
- Grant variance for a screen printing business at 3570 FISHINGER BLVD.
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✓ Decided: Zoning committee approved rezoning 34 acres on Cubbage Road from Rural to PUD-4/R-1 (8-0)
The Zoning Committee approved a rezoning of 34 acres at 7444 Cubbage Road from Rural to Planned Unit Development and Residential districts (8-0) and approved a related variance allowing dwellings not to front public streets. A use variance at 41 S. Cypress Avenue was denied (2-6), while six other variances for multi-unit dwellings, reduced lot widths, and a screen printing business were approved unanimously. Two items were declared emergencies.
- Approved rezoning 7444 Cubbage Rd from R Rural to PUD-4/R-1 (8-0, emergency declared)
- Approved variance 1486-2025 for 7444 Cubbage Rd to allow dwellings not front public streets (8-0, emergency declared)
- Denied use variance at 41 S. Cypress Ave for two single-unit dwellings on one lot (2-6); remaining area variances dismissed (8-0)
- Approved variance at 3041 Weirton Dr for two single-unit dwellings on one lot (8-0)
- Approved variance at 323 Stewart Ave for three-unit and two-unit dwelling (8-0)
- Approved variance at 1351 Kent St for three-unit dwelling with reduced lot width (8-0)
- Approved variance at 3570 Fishinger Blvd for screen printing business in CPD district (8-0)
- Approved variance at 1469-1471 Bryden Rd for three-unit dwelling (8-0, emergency declared)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (34 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1485-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Accept the application and area commission report into evidence as exhibits
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1459-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1476-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1486-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1488-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1491-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1492-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1493-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1485-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Adopt the following as the factual findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Adopt the following preliminary findings
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Adopt the following findings
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Approve the use variance
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Dismiss the remaining area variances
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1459-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1459-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1476-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider $10.3M water main extension on John Glenn Avenue
At its June 2 regular meeting, Columbus City Council will hold first readings on 27 pieces of legislation, including several major capital projects and zoning changes. The largest contract authorizes up to $10.3 million for a water main extension and pipe replacements along John Glenn Avenue. Other spending includes $1.68 million for upgrades at the East Central Health Center and $647,540 for elevator modernization at Public Health.
- FR-18: $10.3M for Transite Pipe Replacements & John Glenn Avenue Water Main Extension project
- FR-2: $1.68M construction contract for East Central Health Upgrades
- FR-1: $647,540 for Department of Public Health Elevator Modernization Ph. 1
- FR-26: Rezoning 34 acres on Cubbage Road from Rural to Planned Unit Development and Residential
- FR-22: Annexation request for 8.6 acres in Franklin Township
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council begins first readings for various city contracts and ordinances
The City Council conducted first readings for numerous legislative items including public works, utility maintenance, and park grants. No substantive votes were recorded on these items as they were all presented for their first reading.
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (9-0)
- Adopted a ceremonial resolution to recognize Dr. J.S. Jindal (9-0)
- Waived the reading of titles for first reading legislation (9-0)
- Read for the first time: $647,540.00 elevator modernization contract
- Read for the first time: $1,678,000.00 East Central Health Upgrades project
- Read for the first time: $16,004.14 fund transfer to HUD Section 108 Loans Grants
- Read for the first time: Mt Vernon Avenue and Twentieth Street right-of-way dedication
- Read for the first time: New World Drive railway warning device encroachment
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (94 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0108X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0126X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0127X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0129X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1085-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1221-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1246-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1254-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1269-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1281-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1356-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1358-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1382-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1375-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1376-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1378-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1421-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1219-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to consider rezoning Cleveland Avenue property from residential to commercial
The Zoning Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider two rezoning applications and nine variance requests. One rezoning would change 4743 & 4745 Cleveland Avenue from residential (R-1) to commercial (C-2) district. The other rezoning would convert 1207 E. Whittier Street from L-C-2 to AR-1 apartment residential. Multiple variances seek reduced development standards for dwellings and a child care home.
- Rezoning 4743 & 4745 Cleveland Ave from R-1 to C-2 Commercial District (0.86 acres)
- Rezoning 1207 E. Whittier St from L-C-2 to AR-1 Apartment Residential District
- Variance for temporary auto storage with reduced standards at 616 E. Whittier St
- Variance for a five-unit dwelling with reduced standards at 898-900 S. 3rd St
- Variance for a Type A family child care home with reduced parking at 2071 Shawbury Ct W
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves 11 rezonings and variances unanimously
The Zoning Committee approved 11 zoning ordinances, including five rezonings and six variances, and waived the second reading for all items. The 9-member council voted unanimously in favor of each item.
- Waived 2nd Reading for 11 zoning ordinances (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 1207 E. Whittier St. to AR-1 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 4743 & 4745 Cleveland Ave. to C-2 (9-0)
- Approved variance for 616 E. Whittier St. auto storage (9-0)
- Approved variance for 576 Fairwood Ave. two-unit dwelling (9-0)
- Approved variance for 1558 E. Long St. two single-unit dwellings (9-0)
- Approved variance for 2111 Sagamore Rd. two-unit dwelling (9-0)
- Approved variance for 2071 Shawbury Ct. W. child care home (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (37 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1369-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1377-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1167-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1298-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1333-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1364-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1365-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1370-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1374-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1395-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Recess the Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1369-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1377-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1167-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1167-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1333-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1333-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1333-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1364-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon May 19, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus City Council discusses utility contracts, park projects, and public safety funds
The Columbus City Council is reviewing several first readings for city legislation. Items include funding for public utilities, park improvements, and various municipal service contracts.
- Gender Road Park Project: $2,630,582.20 appropriation
- Sutphen Heavy Duty 100’ Mid-Mount Aerial Ladder purchase: $2,515,613.00
- Boots on the Ground initiative grant: $12,530.00
- Three Creeks Relief Tunnel project contract: up to $5,569,669.75
- Blueprint Hilltop1-Eureka Fremont Lateral Lining Project 6: up to $8,335,316.21
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✓ Decided: Council adopted ceremonial resolutions; no final votes on legislation
Columbus City Council approved the journal and adopted five ceremonial resolutions (all 8-0). Fifteen pieces of legislation received first readings but no final action was taken. The meeting included no substantive policy or spending decisions.
- Approved journal (8-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing Broad Street United Methodist Church 150th anniversary (8-0)
- Adopted resolution declaring May 18-24 as EMS Week (8-0)
- Adopted resolution honoring The Cheer Institute's decade of excellence and 2025 world championship (8-0)
- Adopted resolution honoring Council Clerk Andrea Blevins on retirement (8-0)
- Waived reading of titles for first-reading legislation (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (61 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0115X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0880-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1214-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1236-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1232-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0928-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0930-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0822-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0823-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1206-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1194-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1188-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1190-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1233-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1288-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1289-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0095-2025 — Read and Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1197-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon May 19, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to consider rezonings and variances for Galloway Rd and Johnstown Rd
The Zoning Committee will review two rezoning requests and four variance applications. These items include changes to land use districts and requests to deviate from city code standards for specific properties.
- Rezone 1175 Galloway Rd from Rural to Apartment Residential District (Z24-036)
- Rezone 2622-2644 Johnstown Rd from Rural to Manufacturing District (Z23-066)
- Variance for 1175 Galloway Rd to allow lots to front upon private streets for townhouses
- Variance for 2062 Crown Plaza Dr to allow a drive-in business
- Variance for 2585 Billingsley Rd to allow exterior storage of automobile parts
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves multiple rezonings and variances
The Zoning Committee approved two property rezonings and four variances. These actions allow for new residential and manufacturing uses, as well as specific operational exceptions for local businesses.
- Approved rezoning 1175 Galloway Rd. from Rural to Apartment Residential (8-0)
- Approved rezoning 2622-2644 Johnstown Rd. from Rural to Manufacturing (8-0)
- Approved variance for 1175 Galloway Rd. to allow townhouse lots on private streets (8-0)
- Approved variance for 2062 Crown Plaza Dr. to allow a drive-in business (8-0)
- Approved variance for 2585 Billingsley Rd. to allow exterior storage of auto parts (8-0)
- Approved variance for 2622-2644 Johnstown Rd. for reduced development standards (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1174-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1237-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1175-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1184-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1234-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1238-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1175-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1175-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1184-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1184-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1234-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1234-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1238-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1238-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon May 12, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider rezoning 22.3 acres on Galloway Rd for apartments
The Columbus City Council will hold first readings and possible votes on over 20 items, including rezoning, contracts, grants, and a code amendment. Notable actions include a $160,000 contract to analyze impediments to fair housing, a $1.27 million capital grant to the Ohio History Connection, and a proposed change to lead service line rules. Several public utility contracts and a $129,830 grant to Habitat for Humanity for new home construction are also on the agenda.
- Rezoning 1175 Galloway Rd (22.3 acres) from Rural to Apartment Residential (AR-12)
- $160,000 contract with Community Solutions Collaborative for fair housing impediments analysis
- $1,266,571 capital improvement grant to Ohio History Connection for Northland and other acquisitions
- Amendment to Chapter 1119 to allow flexibility for compliance with lead service line prohibition
- $129,830 grant to Habitat for Humanity-MidOhio for construction of new homes
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Toya Johnson as City Clerk effective June 1, 2025
Council approved the appointment of Toya Johnson as City Clerk, replacing Andrea Blevins who retires May 30, 2025. All other items on the agenda received only first readings; no final votes on legislation or contracts were taken.
- Appointed Toya Johnson as City Clerk effective June 1, 2025 (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (72 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0105X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0106X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0107X-2025 — Adopted
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0935-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1050-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1055-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1056-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1090-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1094-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1096-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1099-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1105-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1130-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1091-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1121-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1132-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0871-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1010-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon May 12, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee to vote on 8 property variances
The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider eight requests to grant variances from city codes for properties across the city, including automotive sales, artist studios, and habitable garage space. The committee will also review an amendment to a previously passed ordinance.
- Grant variance for automotive maintenance and sales at 3439 Parsons Ave.
- Allow artist studio and gallery at 705 Ann St.
- Allow habitable space above a garage at 239 W. Como Ave.
- Allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot at 49 E. Tulane Rd.
- Allow temporary automobile storage at 616 E. Whittier St.
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✓ Decided: Approved 6 zoning variances, postponed 1 (9-0)
The Zoning Committee approved six variance requests allowing automotive sales, artist studios, habitable garages, and duplexes on single lots, all by unanimous 9-0 votes. One variance for temporary auto storage at 616 E. Whittier St. was postponed to June 2, 2025. An amendment to a prior variance for 4600 Lakehurst Ct. was also approved.
- Approved variance for automotive maintenance, tire sales, and food truck at 3439 Parsons Ave (9-0)
- Approved variance for artist studio/gallery at 705 Ann St (9-0)
- Approved variance for habitable space above detached garage at 239 W. Como Ave (9-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings on one lot at 49 E. Tulane Rd (9-0)
- Postponed variance for temporary auto storage at 616 E. Whittier St to 6/2/2025 (9-0)
- Approved amendment to add parking variance for mixed-use development at 4600 Lakehurst Ct (9-0)
- Approved variance for habitable space within detached garage at 460 S. Powell Ave (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1162-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1164-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1165-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1166-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1167-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1185-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1162-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1162-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1162-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
RECESS — Recess the Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
RECONVENE — Reconvene the Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1164-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1164-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1164-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1165-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1165-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1165-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1166-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
1166-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council approves $2.76M contract for GenTax revenue system
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing a $2.76 million contract extension for the GenTax revenue management system and approve various contracts for technology, construction, and public utilities.
- Authorize $2.76M GenTax revenue system contract
- Authorize $540K CCTV equipment construction contract
- Authorize $1.475M legal aid grants for tenants
- Authorize $227K audio services for Jazz and Rib Fest
- Authorize $600K facility condition assessments
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council held a regular meeting to process various legislative items.
The Council approved several ceremonial resolutions and processed numerous first readings for finance, public service, and housing legislation. No substantive final decisions were recorded beyond the approval of the journal and ceremonial resolutions.
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (8-0)
- Adopted resolution to recognize April as Fair Housing Month (8-0)
- Adopted resolution to honor the retirement of President Randy Quickel (8-0)
- Approved recognition of the 25th Annual All-Star Saturday (Consent Agenda)
- Approved International Compost Awareness Week (Consent Agenda)
- Approved recognition of Bishop LaFayette Scales' retirement (Consent Agenda)
- Approved welcome for National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs convention (Consent Agenda)
- Approved recognition of Barbra H. Benham's tenure (Consent Agenda)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (87 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0090X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1015-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1026-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1077-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1092-2025 — Approved
7 present · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green abstain · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1003-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1061-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0351-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0771-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0921-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0925-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1017-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1064-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1066-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1046-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
1048-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0829-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0598-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Rezoning and variance requested for 5432 N. Hamilton Rd.
The Zoning Committee will consider a rezoning request to change 5432 N. Hamilton Rd. from a Commercial Planned Development District to an Apartment Residential District. The committee will also review a request for several variances related to development standards for an apartment building at this location.
- Rezoning of 5432 N. HAMILTON RD. from CPD to AR-2
- Variance request for an apartment building at 5432 N. HAMILTON RD. regarding height, landscaping, parking, and yard requirements
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves rezoning and variances for N. Hamilton Rd. property
The committee approved rezoning 1.55± acres at 5432 N. Hamilton Rd. from a Commercial Planned Development District to an Apartment Residential District. Additionally, the committee approved variances for the same property to allow reduced development standards for an apartment building.
- Approved rezoning of 5432 N. Hamilton Rd. from CPD to AR-2 (8-0)
- Approved variances for 5432 N. Hamilton Rd. regarding height, landscaping, maneuvering, parking, fronting, and yard requirements (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0717-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0718-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
ADJOURNMENT — Recess the Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0718-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0718-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to vote on $8M water infrastructure construction management contract
The council will consider over two dozen items at first reading, including an $8.09 million contract modification with Hill International for water system construction management and a $1.45 million grant to the Tony R. Wells Foundation for economic mobility. Also on the agenda: software renewals, a street renaming, and multiple grant agreements for community programs.
- $8,090,400 contract modification with Hill International for water construction management (FR-22)
- $1,453,158.80 grant to Tony R. Wells Foundation for economic mobility (FR-17)
- $540,347.85 contract for CCTV equipment at 111 N. Front Street (FR-3)
- $400,000 contract with Future Ready Five for prenatal-to-age-five strategy (FR-12)
- Renaming Delbert Road to 'Pastor Charles H Rogers Sr. Way' (FR-6)
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council recognizes Arbor Day 2025
Council adopted a ceremonial resolution to celebrate Arbor Day on April 25, 2025. Multiple pieces of 30-day legislation were read for the first time, but no final decisions were made on those items.
- Adopted ceremonial resolution recognizing Arbor Day 2025 (8-0)
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (8-0)
- Approved waiving the reading of titles for first reading legislation (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (96 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0080X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0081X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0082X-2025 — Adopted
7 present · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla abstain · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0083X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0086X-2025 — Adopted
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0579-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0686-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0773-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0794-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0837-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0843-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0849-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0868-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0884-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0912-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0913-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0938-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0948-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to review rezoning and variance requests for three properties
The Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss three rezoning amendments and three variance requests. These items involve changing land use designations and reducing development standards for residential and commercial projects.
- Rezoning 4240 Hamilton Square Blvd from Limited Manufacturing to Limited Apartment Residential
- Rezoning 2700 Lockbourne Rd from Residential to Apartment Residential
- Rezoning 550 Thomas Ln from Institutional/Limited Institutional to Commercial Planned Development
- Variance for 44 E. Duncan St to allow a 16-occupant shared living facility
- Variance for 4240 Hamilton Square Blvd and 2700 Lockbourne Rd for apartment complex standards
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✓ Decided: Approved rezoning of 550 Thomas Ln to commercial planned development
The Zoning Committee approved three rezoning ordinances and four variance requests, all by 8-0 votes with Council President Hardin absent. The largest rezoning reclassified 7.22 acres at 550 Thomas Lane from Institutional to Commercial Planned Development. Variances included reduced development standards for an apartment complex at 4240 Hamilton Square Boulevard and a shared living facility at 44 E. Duncan Street.
- Approved rezoning of 4240 Hamilton Square Blvd from Limited Manufacturing to Limited Apartment Residential (8-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2700 Lockbourne Rd from Residential to Apartment Residential, as amended (8-0)
- Approved rezoning of 550 Thomas Ln from Institutional to Commercial Planned Development (8-0)
- Approved variance for reduced perimeter yard and private garage standards at 4240 Hamilton Square Blvd (8-0)
- Approved variance to allow a 16-occupant shared living facility at 44 E. Duncan St, with emergency clause, repealing prior ordinance (8-0)
- Approved variance for reduced building line and perimeter yard standards at 2700 Lockbourne Rd (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:48 PM, reconvened at 6:50 PM, approved journal, and adjourned final at 6:51 PM
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0706-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0988-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0991-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0707-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0968-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0989-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
16 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent · Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0706-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0988-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0988-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0991-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0707-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0707-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0707-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0968-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0968-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0968-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0989-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0989-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus City Council considers various service contracts and community grants
The Columbus City Council is reviewing several first readings for legislative items including public utility maintenance, social service grants, and housing assistance. The agenda also includes resolutions of expression to recognize specific months and individuals.
- Grant agreements up to $4,570,000.00 for the Elevate! 2.0 Program
- Contract with I Know I Can for Columbus Promise college access services ($700,000.00)
- Renewal and modification with Ohio Mulch Supply, Inc. for Deep Row Hybrid Poplar Tree Farm #2 ($3,357,000.00)
- Subrecipient contract with Community Shelter Board for Tenant Base Rental Assistance ($325,000.00)
- Contract with Labworks, LLC for Laboratory Information Management System maintenance ($66,963.00)
budgetgrantspublic-utilitieshousingeducationsocial-services
✓ Decided: Council approves ceremonial resolutions, takes first readings only
The council adopted three ceremonial resolutions (Child Abuse Prevention Month, Native Plant Month, senior health fair) and four congratulatory consent agenda items. All substantive legislation—including contracts and funding for technology, education, housing, and public utilities—received only first readings and will return for final votes later. No final decisions on ordinances or contracts were made.
- Approved journal reading (9-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing National Child Abuse Prevention Month (9-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing Native Plant Month (9-0)
- Adopted resolution honoring senior health fair sponsors (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda items CA-1 through CA-4 (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (72 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0632-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0846-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0841-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0665-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0790-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0834-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0821-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0813-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0881-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0062-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0063-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0064-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0067-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0069-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0070-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0071-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0072-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
A0073-2025 — Read and Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Committee to consider rezoning 8-acre parcel on Alkire Rd to manufacturing
The Zoning Committee will consider multiple rezoning and variance requests, including a rezoning of 8.12 acres on Alkire Road from Rural to Limited Manufacturing. Also under review are rezoning of properties on Jackson Pike and Harlem Road, and several variances related to residential and industrial development.
- Rezone 4810 Alkire Rd (8.12 acres) from Rural to Limited Manufacturing (Z24-062)
- Rezone 2512 Jackson Pi (5.83 acres) from Excavation and Quarrying to Manufacturing (Z24-071)
- Rezone 6955-6999 Harlem Rd (4.40 acres) from Rural to Limited Manufacturing (Z24-059)
- Variance for 2512 Jackson Pi to allow reduced standards for a renewable gas production facility (CV24-160)
- Rezoning and variances for 846-848, 786-788, and 798 Seymour Ave to allow three-unit dwellings (R-4)
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✓ Decided: Zoning panel OKs 6 rezonings and 6 variances unanimously (9-0)
The Zoning Committee approved all 12 items on its agenda, including six rezonings and six variances, by a unanimous 9-0 vote. Rezonings included properties on Seymour Avenue, Alkire Road, Jackson Pike, and Harlem Road. Variances allowed reduced development standards for residential and manufacturing projects.
- Approved rezoning of 846-848 Seymour Ave to R-4 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning of 4810 Alkire Rd to Limited Manufacturing (9-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2512 Jackson Pi to Manufacturing (9-0)
- Approved variance for 155 Hughes St for two-unit dwelling (9-0)
- Approved variance for 846-848 Seymour Ave (reduced standards) (9-0)
- Approved variance for 786-788 Seymour Ave (reduced standards) (9-0)
- Approved variance for 798 Seymour Ave (reduced standards) (9-0)
- Approved amendment to Ordinance #2883-2022 at 543 Taylor Ave (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0550-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0552-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0554-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0824-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0826-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0827-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0828-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3400-2024 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0551-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0553-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0555-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0825-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0830-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3400-2024 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3400-2024 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0551-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0551-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0553-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Mar 31, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council considers $45M+ in tax abatements and incentives for three companies
The council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including tax abatements for Jim Pattison Developments ($16.3M investment, 15 jobs) and Jetway Flex ($10.3M, 12 jobs), and a job creation tax credit for Safelite Group ($19.2M investment, 25 new jobs). Also up for discussion are a $1.75M grant for the downtown strategic plan, two rezoning requests on Seymour Avenue, and multiple contracts for public utilities and parks. Resolutions of expression honor Women's History Month, Jazz Appreciation Month, Earth Month, and a legal visionary award.
- Tax abatement for Jim Pattison Developments (75% for 10 years, $16.3M investment, 15 jobs)
- Tax abatement for Jetway Flex (75% for 10 years, $10.3M investment, 12 jobs)
- Job creation tax credit for Safelite Group (60% for 5 years, $19.2M investment, 25 new jobs + retain 329)
- $1.75M grant to Columbus Downtown Development Corp for implementing 2022 Downtown Strategic Plan
- Rezoning of 846-848 and 786-788 Seymour Ave from R-2F to R-4
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✓ Decided: Council conducts first readings for various development, utility, and recreation ordinances
The City Council approved several ceremonial resolutions honoring local institutions and individuals. Additionally, the Council held first readings for multiple ordinances involving economic development agreements, public utility contracts, and park funding.
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (8-0)
- Adopted resolution to honor Fortuna Bank (7-1)
- Adopted resolution to recognize Jazz Appreciation Month (8-0)
- Adopted resolution to honor Robert Southers (8-0)
- Adopted resolution to recognize Earth Month and Earth Day (8-0)
- Waived reading of titles for first reading legislation (8-0)
- Read for the first time: fiber optic locating services contract up to $200,000 (FR-1)
- Read for the first time: Enterprise Zone Agreement with Jim Pattison Developments (U.S.) Inc. (FR-2)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (78 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0705-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0733-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0734-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0756-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0786-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0802-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0666-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0671-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0678-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0679-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0680-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0754-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0789-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0640-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0775-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0690-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0714-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0683-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Mar 31, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Rezoning of 18.3 acres on Trabue Road to apartment and commercial districts
The Zoning Committee will decide on one rezoning and five variance requests. The rezoning would transform 18.3 acres at 3775 Trabue Road from Rural to Apartment Residential and Commercial districts. Variances include allowing family child care homes with reduced parking and permitting two-unit dwellings with reduced lot widths, plus a variance for vehicular commercial access on the Trabue Road site.
- Rezoning 18.3 acres at 3775 Trabue Rd. from Rural to AR-1 Apartment Residential and C-3 Commercial (Rezoning #Z24-028)
- Variance for Type A family child care home with reduced parking at 5012 Sugar Plum St. (CV24-143)
- Variance for Type A family child care home with reduced parking at 337 Linwood Ave. (CV24-145)
- Variance for two-unit dwelling in R-1 Residential at 1243 Manor Dr. (CV24-156)
- Variance for two-unit dwelling with reduced lot width in R-3 at 247-249 Midland Ave. (CV25-002)
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✓ Decided: Rezoning approved for 18.3 acres at 3775 Trabue Rd to apartments and commercial
The Zoning Committee approved a rezoning of 18.3± acres at 3775 Trabue Rd from Rural to Apartment Residential and Commercial districts (8-0). The committee also approved five variances: two for Type A family child care homes with reduced parking, two for two-unit dwellings with reduced lot width/parking, and one for vehicular commercial access and reduced development standards at the same Trabue Rd property (all 8-0). All votes were unanimous with one member absent.
- Approved rezoning 3775 Trabue Rd to AR-1 and C-3 (8-0)
- Approved variance for family child care home at 5012 Sugar Plum St (8-0)
- Approved variance for family child care home at 337 Linwood Ave (8-0)
- Approved variance for two-unit dwelling at 1243 Manor Dr (8-0)
- Approved variance for two-unit dwelling at 247-249 Midland Ave (8-0)
- Approved variance (as amended) for vehicular access and reduced standards at 3775 Trabue Rd (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0763-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0741-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0746-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0750-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0753-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0764-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0741-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0741-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0746-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0746-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0750-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0750-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0753-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0753-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0764-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0764-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
0764-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin absent
Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
City Council to authorize utility and construction contracts totaling over $12 million
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing over $12 million in contracts for utility maintenance, construction projects, and equipment purchases. The agenda includes authorizing a $6.3 million study for a wastewater treatment plant and a $1.7 million contract for specialty maintenance services.
- Authorize $6,278,771 for Southerly WWTP Capacity Evaluation and Expansion Study
- Authorize $1,736,700 for Specialty Maintenance Craft Services
- Authorize $1,232,000 for Light Duty Trucks for the Division of Water
- Authorize $500,000 for Facilities - Marion Road Refuse Warehouse Renovation
- Authorize $200,375 for Fire Station 17 - HVAC Renovations
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✓ Decided: Council adopted Women's History Month resolution, introduced first-reading ordinances
The council voted 9-0 to adopt a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 2025 as Women's History Month. No final decisions were made on substantive legislation; all other agenda items—including contracts for public utilities, safety, and infrastructure—were introduced for first reading only, with no vote taken.
- Adopted resolution recognizing March 2025 as Women's History Month (9-0)
- Approved journal and waived reading of titles (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (101 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0450-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0498-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0521-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0588-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0594-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0595-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0601-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0641-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0660-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0721-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0583-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0414-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0482-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0547-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0603-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0605-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0638-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0731-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus zoning committee considers 4 rezonings and 7 variances
The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider four rezoning requests and seven variance applications for properties across the city, including changes to land use designations and requests for reduced development standards.
- Rezone 3451 Trabue Rd. from Commercial Planned Development to Apartment Residential
- Rezone 1470 N. Hague Ave. from Manufacturing/Rural to Limited Apartment Residential
- Rezone 2897 Johnstown Rd. from Rural to Limited Manufacturing
- Grant variance for reduced building lines at 3451 Trabue Rd.
- Grant variance for reduced parking at 295 Reeb Ave.
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✓ Decided: Columbus council approves 7 zoning changes and 6 variances
The Zoning Committee approved 7 rezoning ordinances and 6 variance requests, all with unanimous 9-0 votes. The committee also dispensed with the reading of the journal.
- Approved rezoning 3451 Trabue Rd to AR-1 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 1470 N. Hague Ave to L-ARLD (9-0)
- Approved rezoning 2897 Johnstown Rd to L-M (9-0)
- Approved variance for 3451 Trabue Rd reduced standards (9-0)
- Approved variance for 3224 S. High St external storage (9-0)
- Approved variance for 2405 McCutcheon Rd two dwellings (9-0)
- Approved variance for 1470 N. Hague Rd reduced standards (9-0)
- Approved variance for 295 Reeb Ave social services center (9-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0703-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0725-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0692-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0701-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0704-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0715-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0723-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3577-2024 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3578-2024 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0703-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0725-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3578-2024 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3578-2024 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3578-2024 — Approved as Amended
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0692-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0692-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0692-2025 — Approved
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0701-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
9 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider $443M wastewater treatment plant upgrade contract
The council will hold first readings on 22 pieces of legislation, including a $443.3 million construction contract for the Southerly Waste Water Treatment Plant bioenergy facility and a $16.4 million sewer lining project. Other notable items include a $172,000 police drone purchase, a $125,000 contract for the Poindexter Village museum, and a resolution calling on the state to fully fund schools. The agenda also includes routine liquor permit transfers and recognition of Social Work Month and Essential Workers Day.
- First reading of a $443,277,000 contract with Kokosing Industrial for Southerly Waste Water Treatment Plant bioenergy facility
- First reading of $16,433,350.65 sewer lining contract with Inliner Solutions for James Livingston 5 Blueprint Area
- First reading of $172,000 contract with Axon Enterprise for police drones and accessories
- First reading of $125,000 contract with Priscilla Tyson Consulting for Poindexter Village Museum and Cultural Center
- Resolution 0049X-2025 calling on Ohio General Assembly and Governor to properly fund schools
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council adopts four ceremonial resolutions
City Council approved four ceremonial resolutions recognizing a retirement, Social Work Month, Essential Workers Day, and school funding. Several pieces of 30-day legislation were read for the first time, but no final votes were recorded on those items.
- Adopted resolution to honor the retirement of Rodney French (7-0)
- Adopted resolution recognizing March 2025 as Social Work Month (7-0)
- Adopted resolution declaring March 15, 2025 as Essential Workers Day (7-0)
- Adopted resolution calling on the Ohio General Assembly and Governor DeWine to fund Ohio schools (7-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (113 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0499-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0516-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0529-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0586-2025 — Referred to Committee
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0452-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0494-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0541-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0585-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0619-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0477-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0514-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0582-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0389-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0393-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0463-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0387-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0454-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0483-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Committee to vote on three rezonings, including 25.8-acre Bixby Rd site
The Zoning Committee will consider three rezoning applications and four variance requests. Rezonings include 5656 Bixby Rd (25.8 acres to L-AR-1), 5295 N Hamilton Rd (19.8 acres to L-AR-1), and 1501 Gerrard Ave (2.35 acres to AR-3). Variances address garage height, a community center with eating/drinking and office uses, an apartment building with reduced standards, and barber/beauty salon uses. All items are up for committee decision.
- Rezone 25.80± acres at 5656 Bixby Rd from Rural & L-AR-1 to L-AR-1 (Limited Apartment Residential)
- Rezone 19.80± acres at 5295 N Hamilton Rd from L-C-4 to L-AR-1
- Rezone 2.35± acres at 1501 Gerrard Ave from R-4 to AR-3 (Apartment Residential)
- Variance for 5451 Edwards Run Rd to allow community center with eating/drinking and office uses in L-ARLD district
- Variance for 117 Lazelle Rd to allow barber shop, beauty salon, and nail salon in CPD district
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✓ Decided: Committee approves three rezonings and three variances unanimously
The Zoning Committee approved three rezoning ordinances and three variance ordinances, all by 7-0 votes with two members absent. One variance request (117 Lazelle Rd.) was withdrawn from consideration. The rezonings allow apartment residential and limited apartment residential development at three properties.
- Approved rezoning of 5656 Bixby Rd. to L-AR-1, Limited Apartment Residential District (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 5295 N. Hamilton Rd. to L-AR-1, Limited Apartment Residential District (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1501 Gerrard Ave. to AR-3, Apartment Residential District (7-0)
- Approved variance for 5656 Bixby Rd. to allow increased garage height in L-AR-1 (7-0)
- Approved variance for 5451 Edwards Run Rd. to allow community center with reduced standards (7-0)
- Approved variance for 1501 Gerrard Ave. to allow apartment building with reduced development standards (7-0)
- Withdrew variance for 117 Lazelle Rd. for barber/beauty/nail salon uses (7-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0474-2025 — Amended to Emergency
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0475-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0524-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0538-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0530-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0539-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2598-2024 — Withdraw this Ordinance from Consideration
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0474-2025 — Approved as Amended
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0475-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0475-2025 — Amended to Emergency
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0475-2025 — Approved as Amended
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0530-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0530-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0539-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0539-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy absent · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider $42.5M jobs incentive for Wurth Industry North America
The City Council will hold first readings on 30-day legislation covering economic development incentives, technology contracts, and utility infrastructure. Key items include a dual-rate Jobs Growth Incentive Agreement with Northern Safety Co. (dba Wurth Industry North America) for $42.5 million in capital investment and 160 new jobs, and an enterprise zone tax abatement for XPO LTL Properties. Other notable items involve funding for water line improvements, power equipment, and software consulting services.
- Jobs Growth Incentive Agreement with Northern Safety Co./Wurth Industry: $42.5M investment, 160 new jobs (FR-8)
- Enterprise Zone Agreement with XPO LTL Properties: 75% tax abatement, $7.5M investment, 35 new jobs (FR-9)
- Sunbury/Mock Home Sewage Treatment Systems Elimination Project: property appropriation and acceptance (FR-14)
- Contract with Vertiv Corporation for HVAC and UPS maintenance: $243,844 (FR-3)
- Purchase of Transformers and Distribution Switchgear for Division of Power: $4.5M (FR-22)
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council recognizes Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
City Council adopted a ceremonial resolution recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. A resolution to recognize Women's History Month was referred to committee. Several pieces of legislation were read for the first time, including various city contracts and development agreements.
- Adopted resolution recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (7-0)
- Referred resolution recognizing March 2025 as Women's History Month to committee (7-0)
- Appointed Council Member Otto Beatty III as Vice Chair of the Health, Human Services and Equity Committee
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (7-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (95 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3567-2024 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0139-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0165-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0219-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0234-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0288-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0295-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0296-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0304-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0305-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0356-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0375-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0385-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0403-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0406-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0420-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0431-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0461-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Committee to consider rezoning 5.83 acres on Annapolis Way from manufacturing to apartments
The Zoning Committee will hold a regular meeting on March 3, 2025, to vote on several rezoning amendments and variance requests. Key items include rezoning 540 Annapolis Way from Manufacturing to Limited Apartment Residential, and a variance for 41 S. Cypress Ave to allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot. Other actions involve properties on Gender Road, Mt. Vernon Avenue, and Teakwood Drive.
- Rezoning 540 Annapolis Way (5.83 acres) from Manufacturing to Limited Apartment Residential
- Variance for 41 S. Cypress Ave to allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot with reduced standards
- Rezoning 1378 Mt. Vernon Ave from R-3 to R-4 Residential
- Variance for 3639 Gender Road to allow ground floor residential in Commercial Planned Development
- Variance for 2433 Teakwood Drive for a shared living facility with reduced parking
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves multiple rezoning and variance requests
The Zoning Committee approved several rezoning amendments and variances for residential and commercial properties. One variance request for a property on S. Cypress Ave was referred back to committee. All approved motions passed with a 7-0 vote among present members.
- Approved dumpster screening modification at 3612 Gender Rd (7-0)
- Approved rezoning 540 Annapolis Way from Manufacturing to Limited Apartment Residential (7-0)
- Approved rezoning 1378 Mt. Vernon Ave from R-3 to R-4 Residential (7-0)
- Referred variance for two dwellings at 41 S. Cypress Ave to Committee (7-0)
- Approved variance for shared living facility at 2433 Teakwood Dr (7-0)
- Approved variance for ground floor residential at 3639 Gender Rd (7-0)
- Approved variance for apartment complex at 540 Annapolis Way (7-0)
- Approved variance for three-unit dwelling at 1378 Mt. Vernon Ave (7-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0363-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0484-2025 — Amended to Emergency
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0486-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0267-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0478-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0487-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Referred to Committee
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0485-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0363-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0484-2025 — Approved as Amended
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0486-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0267-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0267-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0267-2025 — Approved
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0478-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0478-2025 — Amended to Emergency
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0478-2025 — Approved as Amended
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0485-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
7 present · 2 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla absent · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus City Council considers public utility, safety, and infrastructure contracts
The City Council is reviewing various legislative items including construction contracts, utility easements, and service renewals. Discussions cover funding for public safety programs, water and sewerage operations, and community development projects.
- Construction contract with 2K General Co. for FTA Bleacher Replacement ($335,520.00)
- Transfer of $490,000.00 to the Franklin County Municipal Court specialty docket program
- Contract renewal for Jackson Pike Wastewater Treatment Plant supplies ($4,466,250.00)
- Contract for water quality assessment with Midwest Biodiversity Institute, Inc. ($80,000.00)
- Construction contract with Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc. for Rickenbacker Woods Foundation North Parcel Playground ($610,746.91)
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✓ Decided: Columbus City Council held first readings on various city service and infrastructure items
The City Council conducted first readings for several legislative items involving public safety, utilities, and finance. Multiple items were approved via the Consent Agenda, including contracts for telephone services and playground construction.
- Approved 2024 Bishop Watterson Eagles Football Team resolution (Consent)
- Approved extension of sanitary paper product contracts (Consent)
- Approved $341,325.17 for Columbus City Schools VoIP project (Consent)
- Approved $610,746.91 for Rickenbacker Woods Foundation North Parcel Playground (Consent)
- Approved real estate conveyance and tax assessment authorizations (Consent)
- Approved $253,000.00 for citywide e-payment services renewal (Consent)
- Approved $115,000.00 for fleet welding and fabricating services (Consent)
- Referred 2024 Bishop Watterson Eagles Girls' Soccer Team resolution to Committee
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (61 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0109-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0149-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0216-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0254-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0280-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0287-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0326-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0211-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0273-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0104-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0148-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0358-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0248-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0054-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0077-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0207-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0300-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0302-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee to consider rezonings and variances for residential and commercial sites
The Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss three property rezonings and four variance requests. These items include proposals for apartment complexes, a medical office, and mixed-use developments.
- Rezone 4600 Lakehurst Ct. (17.2± acres) from Limited Commercial to Apartment Office District
- Rezone 106 W. Castle Road (5.64± acres) from Suburban Residential to Apartment Residential District
- Rezone 1429 Schrock Rd. (0.72± acres) from Commercial to Limited Commercial District
- Variance for 41 S. Cypress Ave. to allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot
- Variance for 1876 N. 4th St. to allow a medical office with reduced development standards
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✓ Decided: Lakehurst Ct rezoning fails on 8-0 'yes' vote
The Zoning Committee denied a rezoning for 4600 Lakehurst Ct (17.2 acres from limited commercial to apartment office) despite all eight present members voting yes; the motion failed. Rezonings at 106 W Castle Rd (to apartment residential) and 1429 Schrock Rd (to limited commercial) were approved. Variances for properties at 4600 Lakehurst Ct, 106 W Castle Rd, and 1876 N 4th St were approved, while one variance for 41 S Cypress Ave was postponed to March 3, 2025.
- Rezoning at 4600 Lakehurst Ct denied (motion failed; all 8 present voted yes)
- Rezoning at 106 W Castle Rd approved (8-0)
- Rezoning at 1429 Schrock Rd approved (8-0)
- Variance for 41 S Cypress Ave postponed to March 3, 2025 (8-0)
- Variance for 4600 Lakehurst Ct approved (8-0)
- Variance for 106 W Castle Rd approved (8-0)
- Variance for 1876 N 4th St approved (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0256-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0263-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
2170-2024 — Postponed to Date Certain
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0257-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0264-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0265-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0266-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0257-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0257-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0264-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0264-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0265-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
0265-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche absent · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Council to consider zoning code update for cannabis businesses
The council will conduct first readings on multiple ordinances, including a zoning code amendment to align with the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, several rezoning and variance requests, and various contracts. Consent actions include renewing investment advisory services, a grant to COSI, and payment of lease rent.
- Zoning code amendment for cannabis-related uses (FR-12)
- Rezoning 4600 Lakehurst Ct from commercial to apartment office district (FR-13)
- $1.2 million contract with Sensus USA for water meter system (FR-11)
- $945,902 lease rent payment for city office space (CA-8)
- $300,000 grant agreement with COSI (CA-2)
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✓ Decided: Council approved $240K contract renewal and American Heart Month resolution
Columbus City Council approved the journal (8-0) and adopted a ceremonial resolution recognizing National Wear Red Day and American Heart Month (8-0). The council also approved a consent agenda item to renew an investment advisory contract with Meeder Public Funds, Inc., for $240,000. Multiple ordinances were read for the first time but no final votes were taken on them.
- Approved reading and disposal of the journal (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 0023X-2025 recognizing National Wear Red Day and American Heart Month (8-0)
- Approved consent agenda item CA-1: renewal of investment advisory contract with Meeder Public Funds, $240,000 (no roll call vote recorded)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (71 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0179-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0181-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0182-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0189-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0202-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0229-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0233-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0190-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0102-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0103-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0098-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3581-2024 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0185-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0250-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0252-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0253-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0167-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0176-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Zoning Committee considers rezoning 11.2 acres on Trabue Rd for apartments
The Zoning Committee will review four rezoning requests and three variance applications. Key items include converting a 11.2-acre commercial planned development at 3451 Trabue Rd to an apartment residential district, and a variance for development standards at the same site. Other rezonings include properties on Roberts Rd, Jetway Blvd, and October Ridge Dr.
- Rezoning 3451 Trabue Rd (11.2 acres) from CPD to AR-1 for apartment development
- Variance for 3451 Trabue Rd to allow reduced building lines and perimeter yard for an apartment complex
- Rezoning 4410 Roberts Rd (1.16 acres) from C-5 to C-4 commercial district
- Rezoning 2280 October Ridge Dr (1.1 acres) from R-1 to ARLD apartment residential district
- Variance for 1218 E. 19th Ave to allow a child care home with reduced parking in R-3 district
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✓ Decided: Zoning Committee approves several rezonings and variances
The committee approved three rezoning requests and two variances for residential and commercial properties. Two items regarding a property on Trabue Road were referred back to committee.
- Approved rezoning 4410 Roberts Rd. from C-5 to C-4 (8-0)
- Referred rezoning 3451 Trabue Rd. from CPD to AR-1 to Committee (8-0)
- Approved rezoning 1895 Jetway Blvd. from L-M to L-M (8-0)
- Approved rezoning 2280 October Ridge Dr. from R-1 to ARLD (8-0)
- Referred variance for 3451 Trabue Rd. regarding apartment standards to Committee (8-0)
- Approved variance for 1218 E. 19th Ave. for a family child care home (8-0)
- Approved variance for 192 Thurman Ave. for habitable space above a garage (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3573-2024 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3577-2024 — Referred to Committee
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0163-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0193-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3578-2024 — Referred to Committee
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0123-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0199-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0123-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0123-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0199-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0199-2025 — Approved
8 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Otto Beatty III absent · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
City Council to authorize $4.4M for sewer services and approve several rezonings
The Columbus City Council will meet to authorize payments for sewer services and review a series of zoning changes and contracts. The agenda includes authorizing a $4.4 million payment to Delaware County for sewer services and approving rezonings for properties on Roberts Road, Trabue Road, and Jetway Boulevard.
- Authorize $4.4M payment to Delaware County for sewer services
- Rezone 4410 Roberts Rd. from C-5 to C-4 Commercial District
- Rezone 3451 Trabue Rd. from CPD to AR-1 Apartment Residential District
- Authorize $240K investment advisory services contract renewal
- Authorize $500K grant for Family Focused Recovery program facility
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✓ Decided: City Council refers ceremonial resolutions for state champion sports teams to committee
Council referred two ceremonial resolutions honoring Bishop Watterson Eagles football and girls' soccer teams to committee. Multiple pieces of legislation regarding city contracts, grants, and utility projects were read for the first time.
- Referred ceremonial resolution 0020X-2025 honoring 2024 Bishop Watterson Eagles Football Team to Committee (8-0)
- Referred ceremonial resolution 0021X-2025 honoring 2024 Bishop Watterson Eagles Girls’ Soccer Team to Committee (8-0)
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (62 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0064-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0013X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0014X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0015X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0008X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0011X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0012X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0073-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0002-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0039-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0076-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0105-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3449-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0024-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0086-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0094-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0112-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3588-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee to consider rezoning and variances
The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider a 22.30-acre rezoning of 5656 Bixby Rd. from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential District. The body will also review three variance requests for properties on South 3rd Street, Madison Avenue, and Bixby Road.
- Rezone 5656 Bixby Rd. (22.30 acres) from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential District
- Variance for 768 S. 3RD ST. to allow habitable space above a detached garage
- Variance for 1214 & 1220 MADISON AVE. to allow two single-unit dwellings per lot
- Variance for 5656 BIXBY RD. to allow increased garage height
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✓ Decided: Rezoned 22.3 acres on Bixby Rd for limited apartment housing (8-0)
The Zoning Committee unanimously approved (8-0) a rezoning of 22.3 acres at 5656 Bixby Rd from Rural to Limited Apartment Residential District and declared an emergency. The committee also approved three variances: allowing habitable space above a detached garage at 768 S 3rd St, permitting two single-unit dwellings on each lot at 1214 & 1220 Madison Ave, and increasing allowed garage height at 5656 Bixby Rd. All votes were 8-0.
- Approved rezoning 5656 Bixby Rd to L-AR-1 Limited Apartment Residential with emergency (8-0)
- Approved variance for habitable space above detached garage at 768 S 3rd St (8-0)
- Approved variance for two single-unit dwellings per lot at 1214 & 1220 Madison Ave (8-0)
- Approved variance for increased garage height at 5656 Bixby Rd with emergency (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0126-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0092-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0093-2025 — Waive the 2nd Reading
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0127-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0126-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0092-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0092-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0092-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0093-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0093-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0093-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0127-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0127-2025 — Amended to Emergency
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0127-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus City Council holds a special meeting for executive session.
The council is convening for a special meeting to conduct an executive session as permitted by the city charter and Ohio Revised Code, followed by a roll call and adjournment.
- Special meeting of Columbus City Council
- Executive session per Columbus City Charter Section 8
- Executive session per Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)
- Roll call and journal disposal
- Adjournment
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✓ Decided: Council enters executive session to fill vacancy (7-0)
Council approved the journal and then unanimously voted to go into executive session to consider applicants for the council vacancy created by Shayla Favor's resignation. No other substantive decisions were made in open session.
- Approved reading and disposal of journal (7-0)
- Motion to enter executive session for appointment consideration carried (7-0)
- Adjourned at 3:36 PM (7-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
7 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
7 present · 1 absent
Nicholas Bankston absent · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Special council meeting for executive session
This is a special meeting of Columbus City Council with only procedural items: roll call, journal approval, and an executive session under city charter and state law. No legislation or public actions are on the agenda. The meeting then adjourns.
- Executive session authorized under Columbus City Charter Section 8 and Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)
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✓ Decided: City Council held executive session to consider vacancy appointment
The council met in executive session to consider applicants to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Council Member Shayla Favor. No formal votes or actions were taken regarding the appointment during this meeting.
- Approved dispensing with the reading of the Journal (8-0)
- Approved entering executive session to consider vacancy appointment (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
Columbus council to approve $550k for pickleball courts
Columbus City Council will consider a series of consent actions, including authorizing a $550,000 contract for pickleball improvements at Krumm Park and a $335,000 contract for portable toilet rentals. The body will also hear first readings on a speed limit change and a housing affordability ordinance.
- Authorize $550,000 for Krumm Park pickleball improvements
- Authorize $335,000 for portable toilet rentals
- First reading to amend speed limit on Sunbury Road
- First reading to repeal housing affordability code section
- Authorize $255,453 for a work boat for the Division of Water
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✓ Decided: Council approved consent agenda with $1.1M in park projects, contracts, and appointments
The council unanimously approved a consent agenda containing 25 items, including $1.1 million for park improvements (portable toilets, pickleball courts, demolition), a work boat purchase, health contracts, and 10 area commission appointments. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading: a Sunbury Road speed limit correction and housing affordability code changes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Consent agenda approved (8-0) including $335,000 for portable toilet rentals for Recreation and Parks
- Approved $550,000 for Krumm Park pickleball improvements (part of consent agenda)
- Approved $209,700 for facility demolition at parks (consent agenda)
- Approved $255,453 purchase of a work boat for Division of Water (consent agenda)
- Approved $65,000 physician services contract for TB Clinic and $62,400 for Public Health clinics (consent agenda)
- Approved $100,000 grant acceptance for building performance standards from U.S. DOE (consent agenda)
- Approved appointment of 10 members to area commissions (Clintonville, Fifth by Northwest, Northeast, Westland, University) (consent agenda)
- First reading of ordinance to correct speed limit location on Sunbury Road (no vote taken)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (40 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3564-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3367-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3444-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3446-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3584-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3569-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3591-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0029-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3586-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3450-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3587-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3370-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0338X-2024 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3563-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3562-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3365-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3448-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Zoning Committee
Columbus Zoning Committee to consider 2 rezonings and 2 variances
The Columbus Zoning Committee will consider two rezoning requests and two variance applications at its January 13, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes items for properties on Eakin Road and Sunbury Road.
- Rezone 2194 & 2202 Eakin Rd. to Limited Commercial District
- Rezone 3622 Sunbury Rd. to Apartment Residential District
- Variance for 23 Arden Rd. to allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot
- Variance for 3622 Sunbury Rd. to reduce building setback lines
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✓ Decided: Zoning committee approved all four items, including two rezoning and two variances, unanimously
The Columbus Zoning Committee approved four ordinances, all by 8-0 votes. Two rezoning requests were granted: 2194 & 2202 Eakin Rd from R-2/R to L-C-4 Limited Commercial, and 3622 Sunbury Rd from L-C-2 to AR-1 Apartment Residential. Two variances were also approved: 23 Arden Rd for two single-unit dwellings on one lot with reduced standards, and 3622 Sunbury Rd for reduced building setback lines.
- Approved rezoning of 2194 & 2202 Eakin Rd to L-C-4 Limited Commercial (8-0)
- Approved rezoning of 3622 Sunbury Rd to AR-1 Apartment Residential (8-0)
- Approved variance at 23 Arden Rd for two single-unit dwellings on one lot with reduced standards (8-0)
- Approved variance at 3622 Sunbury Rd for reduced building setback lines (8-0)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3589-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0004-2025 — Amended as submitted to the Clerk
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3590-2024 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0005-2025 — Accept entire staff report into evidence as an exhibit
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0004-2025 — Approved as Amended
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0005-2025 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0005-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3590-2024 — Adopt the findings of staff as the findings of Council
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3590-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Columbus City Council
council approves $1.31M for street rehab project
Columbus City Council will consider authorizing up to $1.31 million for utility relocation costs on E. Broad Street. The meeting also includes authorizing $550,000 for pickleball improvements at Krumm Park and $350,000 for playground renovations.
- Authorize $1,311,700.25 for utility relocations on E. Broad Street
- Authorize $550,000 for Krumm Park pickleball improvements
- Authorize $350,000 for playground renovations
- Authorize $255,453 for purchase of a work boat
- Authorize $125,000 for dental sealant program grant
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✓ Decided: Council approved consent agenda with $350K playground design contract
The council approved the consent agenda (all items approved without separate vote) which included a $350,000 contract for playground renovation design at multiple parks, a $25,000 contract for pharmacy plan fraud analysis, and several property transactions and road funding. The council also read for the first time several pieces of legislation, including rezoning and variance requests, which will come for a vote at a future meeting. President Hardin announced committee assignments following Council Member Favor's resignation.
- Approved $350,000 contract with GPD Group for Playground Renovations 2023 Site Design (CA-12)
- Approved appropriation of funds for Franklin County roadway construction and maintenance projects (CA-8)
- Approved $25,000 contract modification with Brown & Brown for pharmacy plan fraud analysis (CA-13)
- Approved sole source contract for Cues Parts, Software Support with M tech Company for $1 (CA-7)
- Approved quitclaim of easements to Columbia Gas of Ohio (CA-6)
- Approved transfer of 0.090 acre of Leonard Avenue right-of-way to Knot Your Bus LLC (CA-9)
- Approved consent and cooperation with ODOT for FRA-270-9.30 project (CA-10)
- Approved amendment to Ordinance 1848-2024 to correct entity name for right-of-way transfer (CA-11)
City Council Chambers, Rm 231
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL — Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn this Regular Meeting
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3280-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3419-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3337-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION — To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0005X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0004X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0003X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0002X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0001X-2025 — Adopted
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3431-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3568-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3411-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3541-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3561-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
0001-2025 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3447-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3388-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present
3083-2024 — Approved
8 present
Nicholas Bankston present · Lourdes Barroso De Padilla present · Nancy Day-Achauer present · Rob Dorans present · Melissa Green present · Emmanuel V. Remy present · Christopher Wyche present · Shannon G. Hardin present