Dayton public meetings in 2025

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will vote on the City Manager’s recommendations, including several purchase orders, service agreements and contract awards. The largest item is a $14,153,700 award to Premise Health Employer Solutions for management services at the Department of Corrections. Other items include a rail‑crossing contract, an airport marketing agreement, a development agreement for the Grant Deneau Tower, and multiple ordinance and resolution readings.

• Award of $14,153,700 to Premise Health Employer Solutions for DOC management services (Human Resources) through 12/31/30
• Award of $1,306,155.83 to Railroad Signal Service Inc. for lights, gates and grade crossing reconstruction at Gettysburg Avenue and Little Richmond Road (Public Works) through 09/03/27
• Service agreement $2,633,700 with Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce for Dayton International Airport airline co‑op marketing (Aviation) through 12/31/28
• Development agreement $500,000 with Windsor Construction Services for interior and exterior improvements to Grant Deneau Tower at 40 West Fourth Street (Planning) through 12/31/28
• Ordinance No. 32175-25 and several resolutions scheduled for first and second readings

The commission adopted Ordinance No. 32173-25, updating subdivision regulations, with a 5-0 vote. It refused Ordinance No. 32174-25 to amend the official zoning map (0-5). The Emergency Resolution appointing a member to the Port Authority Board was adopted by a 4-0 vote, and the airport fee resolution was approved 5-0. Several board appointments and the City Manager’s reports were also approved.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 32173-25 (subdivision regulation changes) – 5-0 vote
• Refused Ordinance No. 32174-25 (zoning map amendment) – 0-5 vote
• Adopted Emergency Resolution No. 6912-25 appointing Port Authority board member – 4-0 vote
• Approved Resolution No. 6909-25 establishing FY2026 airport rates – 5-0 vote
• Reappointed Kelly Winston and LaShelle Jefferson to Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority – approved
• Reappointed Joseph W. Shaw to Dayton-Montgomery County Port Authority Board – approved
• Appointed Will Smith to the Use of Force Committee – approved
• Approved City Manager’s reports – unanimous

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will vote on the City Manager’s recommendations, which include multiple purchase orders and service agreements totaling $11,262,587. Additional items include a contract award for a $3,478,467.68 passenger boarding bridge at Dayton International Airport and a grant of $800,000 for 27 affordable housing units in the Wolf Creek neighborhood. The agenda also contains emergency and regular legislation and a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for a car wash at 1158 Wilmington Ave.

• Purchase orders for Aviation, Civil Service Board, Human Resources, Public Works, and Water totaling $11,262,587
• Award of contract to Oshkosh AeroTech LLC for Dayton International Airport passenger boarding bridge project – $3,478,467.68
• Grant agreement with Wolf Creek Homes, LLC for 27 affordable housing units – $800,000
• Development agreement with County Corp for 27 new homes in Wolf Creek – $100,000
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for a car wash at 1158 Wilmington Ave (Planned Development PD‑087 replacement)

The commission adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32172-25, amending the 2025 appropriations, with a 4‑0 vote. City Manager’s reports were approved unanimously. Several land‑use board members were reappointed and new members appointed to the Welcome Dayton Committee.

• Adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32172-25 amending 2025 appropriations (4-0 vote)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Reappointed four members to the North Central Priority Land Use Board (term ends Dec 31, 2027)
• Reappointed six members and appointed Casey Wade to the Northeast Priority Land Use Board (term ends Dec 31, 2027)
• Appointed Amanda Delotelle and Christina Mendez to the Welcome Dayton Committee (term ends Dec 31, 2028)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request from Holy Family Catholic Church for a conditional use permit. The board will discuss the construction of a 28-space parking lot and a variance for a 6-foot tall chain link fence.

• Case # PLN2025-00372: Conditional Use request for 28 parking spaces at 134 S Findlay St
• Variance request for a 6 ft tall chain link fence at 134 S Findlay St

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the conditional use request to build a 28‑space restricted parking lot at 134 S Findlay St and granted a variance to increase fence height. The approval was conditioned on consolidating all parcels associated with the property. All members present voted Yes, with one member excused.

• Approved conditional use for 28‑space parking lot and fence height variance, condition: parcel consolidation (all Yes, Craig excused)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss old and new business including a 2026 board retreat, and receive updates from various city committees and partner agencies.

• Approval of November 2025 minutes
• Discussion of 2026 Board Retreat
• Updates from Water, Sustainability, and Economic Development staff
• Updates from Five Rivers MetroParks and Ohio EPA
• Updates from Public Health, Solid Waste District, and MVRPC

Welcome Dayton Committee

The Welcome Dayton Committee will receive updates from the commissioner, immigration liaison, and subcommittee chairs. It will review the Civil Surgeons Contact List, which identifies USCIS-designated physicians for permanent‑resident and naturalization applications. The committee will also discuss forming a working group to pursue the city’s second Certified Welcoming recertification.

• Civil Surgeons Contact List (USCIS‑designated physicians for PR & naturalization applications)
• Working Group for City of Dayton’s ‘Certified Welcoming’ Recertification #2
• General Updates – Commissioner Joseph
• Immigration Updates – Katie Kersh, ABLE
• Subcommittee Updates – chairs for Business/Economic Development, Education, Community/Culture/Arts, Local Government/Justice, Health/Human Services, Countywide Exploratory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the October 10, 2025 meeting after a motion by Rachel Gut and a second from Stephanie Keinath. It also accepted Myla Cardona-Jones and Teresa Troyer as volunteers for the City of Dayton’s Certified Welcoming Recertification #2 working group. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved October 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Rachel Gut, seconded by Stephanie Keinath)
• Accepted Myla Cardona-Jones and Teresa Troyer as volunteers for Certified Welcoming Recertification #2

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved a new business signage certificate for 735 Wayne Ave as submitted. It approved a carriage‑house rehabilitation at 141 Huffman Ave with required modifications, denying the chimney removal. It approved window changes at 125 Forest Ave with conditions to replace the glass‑block and restore an infilled kitchen window. It approved demolition and reconstruction of the rear addition and new doors at 628 Hickory St, while tabling the alternative siding proposal.

• Approved new signage at 735 Wayne Ave as submitted (7‑0)
• Approved carriage‑house window changes at 141 Huffman Ave with modifications; chimney removal denied (7‑0)
• Approved rear‑window modifications at 125 Forest Ave with conditions to replace glass block and restore infill (5‑0)
• Approved demolition, new rear addition and doors at 628 Hickory St with window brand requirement; alternative siding tabled (5‑0)

Civil Service Board

The Dayton Civil Service Board will decide on a request for a temporary medical waiver and a request to remove candidates from eligible lists. It will also receive the annual report and discuss personnel actions and a hearing docket.

• Request for Temporary Medical Waiver
• Request for Removal of Candidates from Eligible Lists
• Submission of Annual Report
• Personnel Actions Report (information only)
• Hearing Docket (information only)

City Commission

The City Commission will review City Manager recommendations for various departmental purchase orders, service agreements, and development contracts. The body will also consider an emergency appropriation ordinance and a new cybersecurity program.

• Synagro Central, LLC contract for Biosolids Land Application and Disposal program: $6,305,000.00
• Badger Meter, Inc. purchase order for new touch read water meters: $3,032,000.00
• FYDA Freightliner Columbus, Inc. for four 2026 deicing dump trucks: $1,075,916.32
• Michael Baker International Inc. contract for street pavement management evaluation: $823,927.26
• Resolution No. 6908-25 to adopt the Madden Hills Neighborhood Plan

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the Dec. 3 meeting and the City Manager’s reports. It adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32172-25, amending the 2025 appropriations and declaring an emergency, and also adopted a cybersecurity program resolution and a resolution concurring with the Madden Hills Neighborhood Plan, each by a 5‑0 vote. The commission approved numerous purchase orders and contracts, including a $100,000 roofing order and a $823,927.26 pavement‑management contract.

• Adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32172-25 amending 2025 appropriations and declaring emergency (5‑0 vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6907-25 establishing a city cybersecurity program (5‑0 vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6908-25 concurring with adoption of the Madden Hills Neighborhood Plan (5‑0 vote)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the Dec. 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved purchase order for Charles Painter dba Xpert Roofing LLC, roofing maintenance $100,000.00
• Approved service agreement with CBD Advisors, LLC for legislative monitoring $228,000.00 (through 12/31/27)
• Awarded contract to Michael Baker International Inc. for pavement management services $823,927.26 (through 12/31/27)

City Plan Board

The Dayton City Plan Board approved seven subdivision record plans, each subject to specific conditions. The board also recommended that the City Commission approve a planned development at 1508 Valley St. Procedural motions to excuse two members and adopt the meeting minutes were also carried.

• Approved PLN2025-00370 (630 Blaine St) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00365 (20 Lathrop Ave) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00368 (425-431 E. Third St) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00369 (4144 Cedar Ridge Rd) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00366 (1619 Soldiers Home-West Carrollton Rd) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00367 (359 Maryland Ave) with conditions
• Recommended City Commission approval for PLN2025-00371 (1508 Valley St)
• Approved motion to excuse absences and adopt meeting minutes

Source Water Protection Fund Board

The Source Water Protection Fund Board will meet on Dec. 4, 2025 to review the November minutes and discuss several agenda items. Topics include a trust summary report, a Children’s Water Festival request, a proposed zoning agreement, and a partnership contract budget. The board will also hear brief citizen concerns and handle any other business.

• Proposed Zoning Agreement
• Partnership Contract Budget
• Children’s Water Festival Request
• Source Water Protection Trust Summary Report
• Review/Approval of November Minutes

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider several City Manager recommendations, including a $2,600,000 development agreement to provide forgivable home‑repair loans for owner‑occupied and small multi‑family properties. It will also review multiple contracts and purchase orders totaling over $300,000 for the Aviation department, Water Department, and other agencies. Emergency ordinances and a grant application for up to $420,375.50 for the state airport program will be read. The meeting includes first and second readings of various ordinances and resolutions.

• Development Agreement with County Corp – $2,600,000 for forgivable home‑repair loans (through 01/31/29)
• Contract modification with Paradies‑Cooper, LLC – $1,820,000 lease amendment for airport concessions (through 12/31/30)
• Service Agreement with Dayton Society of Natural History (Boonshoft Museum) – $131,500 for Hydro Hero Lab programming (through 12/31/28)
• Purchase Orders for Aviation HVAC ($30,000) and janitorial supplies ($50,000) – total $80,000
• Grant application approval for Ohio Airport Grant Program – up to $420,375.50

The Dayton City Commission voted to approve the minutes from the November 26, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Shaw, seconded by Commissioner Fairchild, and passed unanimously. No other actions were formally decided during the session.

• Approved November 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Appeals Board

The board will review a Professional Standards Bureau presentation covering January 1 to June 30, 2025. No official voting will occur because the meeting is virtual. The board will also address two specific appeal cases.

• Professional Standards Bureau Presentation (January 1 – June 30, 2025)
• Case No. #2025-01, John Campbell
• Case No. #2025-03, Nicholas Jones
• 2025/2026 Annual Commission Report

The virtual meeting lacked a quorum, so the Community Appeals Board was unable to vote or approve any items. Approval of the prior meeting minutes was tabled. Several agenda items—including two appeal cases, the annual commission report discussion, and a pending appeal—were discussed but no actions were taken.

• Approval of prior minutes – Tabled (no vote)
• Case #2025-01 (John Campbell) – No action (awaiting City Commission response)
• Case #2025-03 (Nicholas Jones) – No action (staff to draft policy recommendations)
• Annual Commission Report discussion – No action (board to review prior report)
• Levar Williams appeal – Received, hearing scheduled for Jan 2026 (no decision)
• Professional Standards Bureau presentation – No action, board requested data access

Human Relations Council

The Human Relations Council board will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It will receive a conciliation update for the civil rights case MVFHC v. Nixon (HRC Case No. 3951H). The board will also get executive‑director updates, discuss board matters, and hear citizen comments.

• Approval of agenda – December 1, 2025
• Approval of minutes – November 3, 2025
• Conciliation update for MVFHC v. Nixon, HRC Case No. 3951H
• Executive Director’s updates
• Board discussion and citizen comments

The Human Relations Council approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the conciliation agreement for HRC Case No. 3951H. No citizen comments were made and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved conciliation agreement for HRC Case No. 3951H (motion carried)

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider the City Manager’s recommendations, including several purchase orders, a contract modification for EV charger installation, and a $1,930,915 construction contract with Bansal Construction for Dayton International Airport signage. Commissioners will also review an emergency ordinance affecting the Water Department, bridge‑repair ordinances for US Route 35, and resolutions on property appropriation, a state airport grant, and a speed‑zone policy.

• Purchase orders for Public Works: Stertil‑Koni USA mobile lift system $89,377.50; Grimco printer and accessories $51,610.00; Water: Kendall Electric supplies $50,000.00 (total $190,987.50).
• Contract modification with Mechanical Services & Design Inc. for Level 2 EV charger installation $73,601.00 (through 11/26/26).
• Construction contract awarded to Bansal Construction Inc. for Dayton International Airport airfield guidance signage $1,930,915.00 (through 12/31/27).
• Kuntz Lease Agreement to share agricultural revenues and expenses for properties surrounding the airport: $250,000 revenue, $135,000 expenses (through 12/31/27).
• Ordinance authorizing bridge repairs on the McCall Avenue Bridge over US Route 35.

The commission unanimously approved the November 12 meeting minutes and the City Manager’s reports. It then adopted Emergency Resolution No. 6904‑25 and Emergency Ordinance No. 3216‑25, each with a 5‑0 vote. Several purchase orders, service agreements and a lease were also approved as part of the manager’s report.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution No. 6904‑25, withdrawing objection to transfer and declaring an emergency (5‑0)
• Adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 3216‑25, amending water code sections and declaring an emergency (5‑0)
• Approved Aviation HVAC purchase order – Debra‑Kuempel, Inc. ($30,000)
• Approved Aviation janitorial supplies purchase order – Roby Services Ltd. ($50,000)
• Approved service agreements including Dayton Society of Natural History ($131,500) and FAA ($4,305,000)
• Approved lease agreement for Dayton Canoe Club property at 1020 Riverside Street ($11)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three applications—an accessory‑structure expansion, a grocery‑store conditional use, and a fuel station with convenience store—each with conditions. The request to locate a truck terminal on 49 Kelly Ave was denied. All decisions were finalized on December 16, 2025.

• Approved PLN2025-00355 (1724 Bartley Rd) accessory‑structure expansion with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00348 (3108 N Main St) grocery‑store conditional use with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00353 (1538 N Keowee St) fuel station with convenience store and variances, with conditions
• Denied PLN2025-00354 (49 Kelly Ave) truck terminal use and related variances

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will hear a presentation on citizens’ concerns from Ohio EPA staff member Bonnie Buthker. The board will vote to approve the October 2025 meeting minutes. The agenda includes staff updates from water, sustainability, economic development and other areas, as well as reports from the Water Committee, public health agencies, the Montgomery County Solid Waste District, Ohio EPA, Five Rivers MetroParks, University of Dayton, MVRPC and community outreach.

• Presentation on citizens’ concerns – Bonnie Buthker, Ohio EPA
• Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff updates: water, sustainability, economic development, other
• Reports from Water Committee, Public Health, Montgomery Co. Solid Waste District, Ohio EPA, Five Rivers MetroParks, University of Dayton, MVRPC, Community Outreach

The Environmental Advisory Board voted to approve the October 2025 meeting minutes after removing the word “impossible” and adding a name to the attendance list. No other formal decisions were recorded; the board discussed reappointments and applications for open positions but took no action. The meeting was adjourned at 1:31 p.m.

• Approved October 2025 minutes with requested edits (motion passed)

Civil Service Board

The Dayton Civil Service Board will meet on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. The board will consider four personnel actions: a request to approve a probationary discharge, a request for reinstatement, a request to remove candidates from eligible lists, and a request to reconsider a removal from an eligible list. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, minutes, public comments, and reports.

• Request for Approval of Probationary Discharge
• Request for Reinstatement
• Request for Removal of Candidates from Eligible Lists
• Request for Reconsideration of Removal from Eligible List

City Commission

The City Commission will review several City Manager recommendations, including multiple contract modifications and purchase orders. The body will also consider resolutions regarding a business district speed zone policy and the naming of a street.

• Contract modification for Kettering Field Sports Complex Phase I with Oheil Site Solutions for $4,305,000.00
• Contract modification for 2025 Residential Asphalt Resurfacing with John R. Jurgensen Co. for $648,112.21
• Purchase orders totaling $857,382.92 for aviation fuel, postage, fire department repairs, and water services
• Memorandum of Understanding with University of Dayton’s Hanley Sustainability Institute for $60,000.00
• Resolution to honorarily name Fitch Street between Hawthorn Street and Germantown Pike as 'Raymond Hummons Way'

The commission unanimously approved the November 5 meeting minutes and the City Manager’s reports. It adopted an emergency resolution withdrawing an objection to a liquor‑permit renewal with a 5‑0 vote. It also adopted the Dayton Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan with a 5‑0 vote. A proposal to name Raymond Hummons Way was introduced but not yet adopted.

• Approved November 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution withdrawing liquor‑permit objection (5-0)
• Adopted Dayton Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan (5-0)
• Proposed Business District Speed Zone Policy (first reading) – pending
• Proposed naming "Raymond Hummons Way" for two‑year period (first reading) – pending

Community Appeals Board

The Dayton Community Appeals Board will consider Appeal Case #2025-03 involving Nicholas Jones, with discussion and voting. It will also address Old Business, specifically Appeal Case #2025-01 concerning John Campbell. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, quorum verification, and approval of minutes.

• Community Appeals Board Case #2025-03 – Nicholas Jones (discussion and vote)
• Community Appeals Board Case #2025-01 – John Campbell (old business)
• Approval of minutes
• Roll call and quorum verification
• Welcoming remarks (Veteran’s Day address, staffing changes)

City Plan Board

The Board approved four subdivision record plans—Techmetals at 319 Springfield St, Irwin St Acquisition LLC at 617 N. Irwin St, Dayton Osteopathic Hospital at 405 W. Grand Ave, and Apex Engineering & Surveying Inc. at 5125 W. Hillcrest Ave. Each approval was subject to specific conditions outlined by staff. No other actions were taken at the meeting.

• Approved PLN2025-00342 (Techmetals) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00341 (Irwin St Acquisition LLC) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00352 (Dayton Osteopathic Hospital) with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00336 (Apex Engineering & Surveying Inc.) with conditions

Source Water Protection Fund Board

The board will review a project request for Sanitary Lining Phase II and a proposed zoning agreement. Members will also examine a summary report for the Source Water Protection Trust and a third-quarter report from CityWide.

• Project Request: Sanitary Lining Phase II
• Proposed Zoning Agreement
• Proposed Ordinance Changes Overview
• Partnership Contract Renewal
• Source Water Protection Trust Summary Report

The board approved the September 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the $1.2 million Phase 2 Sanitary Lining Project for the Source Water Protection Area. The proposed zoning agreement was tabled for further financial review. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 2025 minutes
• Approved $1.2 M Sanitary Lining Project – Phase 2
• Tabled proposed zoning agreement for additional review
• Adjourned the meeting

City Commission

The City Commission will consider approval of a $2.19 million contract modification for construction improvements at the Community Golf Club. The body will also vote on a $1.33 million package of purchase orders for court, police, and water departments, and will discuss the 2026 budget.

• Community Golf Club construction contract: $2,191,269.45
• Police vehicle purchase: $810,915.30
• Court digital evidence equipment: $268,673.70
• Water tank and pipe cleaning services: $250,000.00
• Street crack sealing contract: $400,000.00

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the City Manager’s reports. Five commissioners and the mayor adopted several resolutions and ordinances, each by a 5‑0 roll‑call vote, including the Safe Streets and Roads Action Plan and the 2026 operating and capital improvement budget. Purchase orders for municipal court, police and water services totaling $1,329,589 were also approved.

• Minutes from the Oct. 29, 2025 meeting approved unanimously
• City Manager’s reports approved unanimously
• Resolution No. 6899-25 adopting the Dayton Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan adopted (5-0)
• Ordinance No. 32163-25 providing temporary appropriations for 2026 operating and capital expenses adopted (5-0)
• Ordinance No. 32164-25 authorizing City Manager to work with ODOT on West Third Street Safety IMP project adopted (5-0)
• Resolution No. 6897-25 approving 2026 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget Recommendations adopted (5-0)
• Resolution No. 6898-25 approving joint grant application with Huber Heights adopted (5-0)
• Purchase orders for municipal court, police and water services totaling $1,329,589 approved (unanimous)

Community Appeals Board

The Human Relations Council will meet to receive updates on civil rights cases and staffing. The board will also discuss matters related to Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE).

• Presentation on HRC Case No. 3945H: Mack v. Greater Dayton Premier Management
• Executive Director updates on HRC staffing
• Updates regarding Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
• Updates regarding Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

Human Relations Council

The Human Relations Council will meet to receive a presentation on a specific civil rights case and updates from the Executive Director. The board will also discuss staffing, Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) matters.

• Presentation on HRC Case No. 3945H: Mack v. Greater Dayton Premier Management
• Executive Director updates on HRC staffing
• Discussion regarding Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
• Discussion regarding Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

The Human Relations Council approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 4, 2025 board meeting. Both items were approved by motion and carried. The council then adjourned the November 3, 2025 meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion by Miller, seconded by Jacob, carried)
• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (motion by Hull, seconded by Miller, carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Jacob, seconded by Miller, carried)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the City Manager's 2026 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget recommendations. The body will also vote on several utility and infrastructure contracts, including water system repairs and airport utility extensions.

• Moody’s of Dayton: $1,319,360.00 for eight submersible vertical well pump motors
• Milcon Concrete Inc.: $1,187,412.00 for water, sewer, and natural gas utility extensions at Dayton Wright Brothers Airport
• John R. Jurgensen Co.: $325,000.00 contract modification for Third Street asphalt resurfacing
• Avalon Technologies, Inc.: $82,136.17 for Dell Compellent SAN maintenance renewal
• Resolution 6897-25: Approval of 2026 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget recommendations

The Dayton City Commission met on October 29, 2025 and unanimously approved the minutes from the October 22 meeting. The commission also unanimously approved the City Manager’s reports. The session included a presentation of the proposed 2026 budget and first readings of several ordinances and resolutions, but no other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s Reports (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance requests for properties on Third Street. These include a proposal for a place of worship and a request for a motor vehicle repair business.

• Case # PLN2025-00318: Bulk variance for a place of worship at 2228 E Third St
• Case # PLN2025-00271: Use and zoning variances for motor vehicle repair at 1470 W Third St
• Request for three accessory shipping container storage units at 1470 W Third St
• Request to reduce landscaping, screening, setbacks, and bicycle spaces at 2228 E Third St

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the application to use 2228 E Third Street as a place of worship, adding conditions for parking lot repair, street trees, shrubs, and bicycle spaces. The same board denied the application for a motor vehicle repair shop at 1470 W Third Street, finding it inconsistent with the Transitional District. All members voted Yes on both motions. The meeting minutes were later approved on November 25, 2025.

• Approved PLN2025-00318 (2228 E Third St) with conditions (unanimous Yes votes)
• Denied PLN2025-00271 (1470 W Third St) (unanimous Yes votes)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will consider three personnel actions. These include a request to reinstate a candidate to the firefighter recruit eligible list, a request to remove certain candidates from eligible lists, and a request to extend the eligibility periods for the City of Dayton and Dayton Public Schools lists. The board will also hear public comments and receive reports before adjourning.

• Request for reinstatement to firefighter recruit eligible list
• Request for removal of candidates from eligible lists
• Request for extension of City of Dayton and Dayton Public Schools eligible lists

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider the City Manager’s recommendations, including a contract modification that adds $1,225,630.48 to the City Hall Renovations & HVAC Improvements project. The commission will also review purchase orders totaling $982,189.10 for the Aviation, Fire, Recreation, and Water departments. Additional agenda items include an emergency resolution to accept a $239,971.41 FEMA Firefighters grant with $23,997.15 matching funds, a resolution to submit transportation grant applications, and several ordinances and resolutions.

• Contract modification with J L Kuck General Contractors Inc. to increase City Hall Renovations & HVAC Improvements contract by $1,225,630.48 (total $9,533,198.46).
• Purchase orders for Aviation (Microsoft Office 365 renewal $247,129.47), Fire (video laryngoscopes $55,000), Recreation (herbicides/fertilizers $114,000), and Water (decanter centrifuge $271,975 and gear drive $164,084.63) totaling $982,189.10.
• Emergency resolution authorizing acceptance of FEMA Firefighters Grant $239,971.41 and required matching funds $23,997.15.
• Resolution approving submission of grant applications to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission Transportation Improvement Program.
• Ordinance No. 32163-25, Resolution No. 6897-25, Improvement Resolution No. 3599-25, and Informal Resolution No. 1016-25.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 15 meeting and the City Manager’s reports. They adopted an emergency resolution authorizing a $239,971.41 FEMA grant for firefighters, with a 4‑0 vote. They also approved the submission of grant applications and acceptance of awards from the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission under the Transportation Improvement Program, also by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved October 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution authorizing $239,971.41 FEMA grant for firefighters (4-0)
• Approved grant applications and acceptance of awards from Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission under Transportation Improvement Program (4-0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will vote to approve the minutes from the June, August, and September 2025 meetings. The board will receive updates from staff on water, sustainability, economic development, and other topics, as well as reports from the Water Committee, public health officials, Montgomery County Solid Waste District, Ohio EPA, Five Rivers MetroParks, University of Dayton, MVRPC, and community outreach. The board will also consider the associate member candidate, Lucia Bair.

• Approve June, August, and September 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on water, sustainability, economic development, and other areas
• Reports from Water Committee, public health, Montgomery Co. Solid Waste District, Ohio EPA, Five Rivers MetroParks, University of Dayton, MVRPC, and community outreach
• Consider associate member candidate Lucia Bair

The Environmental Advisory Board voted unanimously to accept Lucia Bair as an Associate Board Member. The June, August, and September 2025 meeting minutes were each approved by vote. The board also approved a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved June 2025 minutes (vote taken)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (vote taken)
• Approved September 2025 minutes (vote taken)
• Accepted Lucia Bair as Associate Board Member (unanimously passed)
• Motion to adjourn approved (seconded and passed)

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the construction of a new single‑story home at 140 S Williams St with specific modifications to siding, windows, porch skirting, and roof pitch (6‑0 vote). It also approved the front‑porch alteration at 64 Huffman Ave as submitted (6‑0 vote). No public comments were received for either project.

• Approved PLN2025-00320 – 140 S Williams St with modifications to siding, window trim, window brand approval, porch lattice skirting, and roof pitch or gable (6 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Approved PLN2025-00298 – 64 Huffman Ave front‑porch modification as submitted (6 in favor, 0 opposed)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider approval of over $337,000 in contracts for firefighting equipment, surveillance systems, and water infrastructure. The body will also vote on emergency resolutions regarding a liquor permit objection and a FEMA fire grant.

• Purchase orders totaling $337,837.95 for Fire, Police, Public Works, and Water departments
• Emergency resolution objecting to a liquor permit at 1805 N Main Street
• Emergency resolution authorizing acceptance of a $239,971.41 FEMA fire grant
• Discussion item: 2026 Budget Presentation
• Public hearing on a non-calendar item

The Dayton City Commission approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting and unanimously approved the City Manager’s reports. It adopted several emergency resolutions, including one objecting to a liquor permit and another authorizing a FEMA grant of $239,971.41 with matching funds. Additional resolutions approved grant applications, HUD planning submissions, and property appropriation for the Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4 project.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency resolution objecting to liquor permit No. 08782215‑20 (5‑0)
• Adopted emergency resolution authorizing FEMA grant of $239,971.41 and matching $23,997.15 (5‑0)
• Adopted emergency resolution authorizing HUD consolidated‑plan and grant submissions (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution approving grant applications to Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (5‑0)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating parcels for Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4 (5‑0)

City Plan Board

The board approved three subdivision record plans with conditions, a two‑year honorary designation for Fitch Street, and the Madden Hills Neighborhood Plan. It also approved a final plan review for a wash facility and recommended denial of a planned development at Wilmington Avenue. All actions were recorded as approved or recommended approval/denial.

• Approved PLN2025-00302 subdivision record plan at 745 Sayre Ave with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00303 subdivision record plan at 512 Xenia Ave with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00301 subdivision record plan at Mike Sells Way with conditions
• Approved honorary designation of Fitch Street as “Raymond Hummons Way” (two‑year)
• Approved Madden Hills Neighborhood Plan
• Approved final plan review for 2922 Linden Ave (Express Wash Concepts)
• Recommended denial of planned development at 1159 Wilmington Ave (Flying Ace Car Wash)

Welcome Dayton Committee

The Welcome Dayton Committee will meet to review subcommittee updates, discuss immigration matters, and receive a technology briefing from the Dayton Police Department. The group will also address the renewal of appointments and the recertification of the Certified Welcoming program.

• Immigration updates from ABLE and Larson & Lyons
• Dayton Police Department technology briefing by Major Jason Hall
• Subcommittee updates for Business, Education, Culture, and Justice
• Renewal of WDC Appointments expiring December 2025
• Certified Welcoming Recertification #2

The committee approved the minutes from the August 8, 2025 meeting. Twelve members renewed their appointments, which will be sent to the City Commission for approval later this fall. No other substantive actions or votes were taken at this meeting.

• Approved August 8, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the City Manager’s recommendations, including purchase orders and service agreements for police ammunition, environmental services, water flow meters, and lime removal, totaling $770,629.84. It will also review a $75,000 service agreement with Montgomery County Land Reutilization Corporation for demolition of the former Twyman medical office building. Emergency resolutions will authorize acceptance of two state grant awards of $249,999.32 and $91,002.54. Additional items include HUD plan submissions, property appropriation for the Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4, and revisions to the zoning code.

• Police ammunition purchase order from Kiesler Police Supply – $59,862.16
• Helix Environmental, Inc. environmental services contract – $10,000.00
• Process Controls Corporation Sierra Vortex flow meters – $230,767.68
• Synagro Central LLC lime residual removal services – $470,000.00
• Montgomery County Land Reutilization Corp demolition service agreement – $75,000.00

The Commission unanimously approved the October 1 meeting minutes and the City Manager's reports, which include several purchase orders and service agreements. Emergency Resolutions 6890-25, 6891-25, and 6893-25 authorizing HUD plan submission and grant acceptance were also unanimously approved. The only split vote was on Ordinance No. 32161‑25 amending the zoning code, which passed 3‑1‑1.

• Approved October 1 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports, including $770,629.84 in purchase orders and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6890‑25 for HUD plan and grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6891‑25 for Ohio Department of Public Safety grant (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6893‑25 for HUD plan and grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 32161‑25 amending zoning code (3-1-1 vote)
• Approved service agreement $75,000 for demolition of former Twyman Medical Office (part of approved reports)
• Approved contract modification $475,000 for security services at Dayton International Airport (part of approved reports)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the City Manager’s recommendations, including approval of several contracts and purchase orders. Major items are a $2,500,376 award to Belgray, Inc. for rehabilitating Taxiway “W” and edge lighting at Dayton International Airport, and additional contracts for water and airport projects. A public hearing will be held on a zoning code amendment for group homes (PLN2025-00184). Several ordinances and resolutions will also be adopted.

• $2,500,376 contract to Belgray, Inc. for Taxiway “W” rehab and edge lighting (through 06/30/27)
• $3,455,100 contract to Peterson Construction Company for Water Reclamation Facility Data Center (through 04/30/28)
• $1,375,000 master lease and concession agreement with Tailwind DAY LLC for airport use (through 12/31/30)
• $294,668.25 contract to KT Holden Construction LLC for airport access road (through 06/30/27)
• Public hearing on Zoning Code Text Amendment PLN2025-00184 concerning group homes

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting. The commission also reaffirmed its support for the Human Services Levy. No other motions were voted on during the session.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed support for the Human Services Levy (no vote recorded)

Civil Service Board

The Dayton Civil Service Board will review a request to remove candidates from eligible lists and a request for a temporary waiver. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comments, a personnel actions report, and a hearing docket. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Request for removal of candidates from eligible lists
• Request for temporary waiver
• Personnel actions report (information only)
• Hearing docket (information only)
• Public comments

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will vote on several City Manager recommendations, including purchase orders totaling $377,267.64 for a vehicle, tree planting, HVAC maintenance, and security cameras. It will also consider service agreements such as a $472,999.20 contract with the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association to implement the Cure Violence program, plus smaller agreements with Sinclair College, Weston Solutions, and the City of Kettering. Ordinance actions include amending the 2025 appropriations and changing the zoning map for 200 S Wright Avenue. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled for this meeting.

• Purchase order for a 2026 Ford Maverick XLT AWD Hybrid ($36,000, increase to $72,000)
• Two $100,000 contracts with A Brown & Sons Nursery for ornamental and shade trees
• HVAC preventative maintenance contract with CHWR, Inc. for $25,000
• Service agreement with Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association for $472,999.20 to fund the Cure Violence model
• Ordinance No. 32160-25 amending the Official Zoning Map for 200 S Wright Avenue (8.749 acres)

Commissioners Shaw, Fairchild, and others moved to approve the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes, and the motion was unanimously adopted. The commission also heard presentations on the Montgomery County Human Services Levy, the city’s Peace Campaign, and a proposed partnership with Cure Violence Global, but no formal votes or approvals were recorded on those items.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Dayton Board of Zoning Appeals will review three applications at its September 23 meeting. The first is a use variance request to allow an eight‑unit multifamily development at 2723 Jerome Ave in the ER‑4 zoning district, with reduced off‑street parking and parking beyond the front building line. The second is a conditional use and parking variances for Wesleyan Evangelistic Church at 2104 Revere Ave, located in the MR‑5 district. The third is a conditional use for a primary school and wellbeing center at 637 N Main St in the MGC district, seeking variances for front and side yard parking, a reduced parking setback, and a waiver of the street‑tree requirement.

• Case PLN2025-00266 – Use variance for an 8‑unit multifamily at 2723 Jerome Ave (ER‑4 district); request reduced off‑street parking and parking beyond front building line.
• Case PLN2025-00278 – Conditional use and parking variances for Wesleyan Evangelistic Church at 2104 Revere Ave (MR‑5 district).
• Case PLN2025-00273 – Conditional use for a primary school and wellbeing center at 637 N Main St (MGC district); variances for front/side yard parking, reduced parking setback, and street‑tree waiver.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional use and parking variances for Wesleyan Evangelistic Church at 2104 Revere Ave. It also approved a use variance and parking reductions for a proposed 8‑unit multifamily building at 2723 Jerome Ave. Finally, the board approved a conditional use and parking variances for an elementary school and wellbeing center at 637 N Main St. All approvals were granted with conditions.

• Approved conditional use and parking variances for Wesleyan Evangelistic Church (2104 Revere Ave) with conditions
• Approved use variance and parking reductions for 8‑unit multifamily project (2723 Jerome Ave) with condition to consolidate parcels
• Approved conditional use and parking variances for elementary school and wellbeing center (637 N Main St) with conditions

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider several City Manager recommendations, including purchase orders totaling $377,364.54 for the Water Administration, a $320,000 contract amendment with MODIFI Design dba Hydrous WID for the Water Reclamation Facility, and multiple ordinance actions. The commission will also hold a public hearing on zoning map amendment case PLN2025-00212 to rezone 8.749 acres at 200 S Wright Avenue from residential and park use to eclectic multi‑family residential, permitting a 118‑unit assisted senior living facility.

• Purchase order $107,724.54 to Friends Service Company for office furniture, fixtures, equipment and installation for Water Administration building renovation
• Purchase order $269,640.00 to Ohio State University for software maintenance and support services for VMware software
• Contract modification $320,000.00 with MODIFI Design dba Hydrous WID to continue engineering support at the Water Reclamation Facility through 12/31/2027
• Ordinance No. 32159-25 amending the City’s appropriations for the year 2025 (first reading)
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment PLN2025-00212 for 200 S Wright Avenue to allow a 118‑unit assisted senior living development

The Dayton City Commission voted 3‑0 to adopt Ordinance No. 32160‑25, amending the official zoning map to change the underlying zoning of 8.799 acres at 200 South Wright Avenue from ER4/OS to EMF. The ordinance enables a proposed 118‑unit assisted senior‑living development. The vote follows unanimous adoption of Ordinances No. 32157‑25 and No. 32158‑25 and a unanimous approval of the City Manager’s reports.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 32157‑25 (property appropriation) – 3‑0 vote
• Adopted Ordinance No. 32158‑25 (zoning code amendments) – 3‑0 vote
• Adopted Ordinance No. 32160‑25 rezoning 200 S. Wright Ave – 3‑0 vote
• Approved Resolution No. 6887‑25 authorizing tax levies – first reading
• Approved Ordinance No. 32159‑25 amending 2025 appropriations – first reading
• Unanimously approved City Manager’s reports
• Unanimously approved minutes from September 10, 2025
• Approved purchase order $107,724.54 to Friends Office for office furniture

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will hear a PFAS presentation by Bonnie Buthker of the Ohio EPA and address citizen concerns. The board will approve the August 2025 meeting minutes. Updates will be provided by Water, Sustainability, Economic Development, Public Health, Montgomery County Solid Waste District, Ohio EPA, Five Rivers MetroParks, University of Dayton, MVRPC, and Community Outreach. The board will discuss a possible associate board member appointment and plan for the October meeting.

• PFAS presentation by Bonnie Buthker (Ohio EPA)
• Approval of August 2025 meeting minutes
• Agency updates (Water, Sustainability, Economic Development, Public Health, etc.)
• Discussion of possible associate board member appointment (Lucia Bair)
• Planning for October meeting

The Environmental Advisory Board could not approve the June and August 2025 minutes because a quorum was not present. A vote to accept proposed associate member Lucia Bair was also tabled for the same reason. The board then moved to adjourn, which was seconded and carried, ending the meeting at 12:42 p.m.

• June & August 2025 minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Vote to accept associate member Lucia Bair tabled (no quorum)
• Motion to adjourn adopted

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the rear bump-out modification at 57 Ringgold St, raising the roof 18 inches and adding two casement windows and a skylight. It also approved the addition of 18 new windows on the north side of the building at 40 S Main St. Both approvals were passed unanimously with four votes in favor and none opposed. The commission took no action on the proposed rear porch changes at 348 Park Dr, advising the applicant to provide more details.

• Approved rear bump-out modification at 57 Ringgold St (4-0)
• Approved addition of 18 new windows at 40 S Main St (4-0)
• No action taken on rear porch modification at 348 Park Dr

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider a first amendment to the service agreement with A. H. Sturgill Roofing, Inc. to fund emergency stabilization and repair work at 34 N. Main St., increasing contract authority by $1,400,000. It will also review purchase orders totaling $340,642.70 for the Police Department and Public Works fleet maintenance. Additional items include Bladecutter’s Lawn Service contracts for park tree removal and brush clearing, a $500,000 contribution from County Corp for the Men’s Gateway Shelter, and several ordinance and resolution readings.

• A. H. Sturgill Roofing, Inc. – contract amendment for emergency repairs at 34 N. Main St., $1,400,000 (through 12/31/26)
• Purchase orders for Police (EOD bomb suit ensembles) $85,642.70 and Public Works fleet parts totaling $255,000, total $340,642.70
• Bladecutter’s Lawn Service Inc. – tree removal services in multiple parks, $96,400
• Bladecutter’s Lawn Service Inc. – brush clearing on 92 vacant properties in Five Oaks, $103,500
• County Corp – $500,000 contribution for capital improvements at the Men’s Gateway Shelter

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. After separating it from the agenda, the commission voted to approve item two of the City Manager’s recommendations, with Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph and Shaw in favor and Commissioners Fairchild and Turner‑Sloss opposed.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager item two (Mims, Joseph, Shaw for; Fairchild, Turner‑Sloss against)

City Plan Board

The Board approved four applications with conditions: subdivision record plans at 61 Commerce Park Dr., 3816 Linden Ave., 4275 W. Third St., and a right‑of‑way vacation between 820 Bowen St. and 845 Creighton Ave. Each motion was carried after being seconded. No other actions were taken.

• Approved PLN2025-00263 subdivision record plan at 61 Commerce Park Dr. with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00279 subdivision record plan at 3816 Linden Ave. with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00280 reconfiguration record plan at 4275 W. Third St. with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00281 vacation of right of way between 820 Bowen St. and 845 Creighton Ave. with conditions

Source Water Protection Fund Board

The Source Water Protection Fund Board will review and approve the July minutes, receive a summary report, and discuss mid-year reports from various departments. The board will also vote on the 2026 budget.

• Review/Approval of July Minutes
• Source Water Protection Trust Summary Report
• CityWide 2nd quarter report
• Mid-year reports: Economic Development, Fire, PHDMC, Harrison Township, Riverside
• 2026 Budget Approval

The board approved the July 2025 minutes, adding a change to the last paragraph to include Kena’s last name. The meeting was then adjourned at 3:31 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 2025 minutes with name change (motion by Kena Brown, seconded by John Minear)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by John Minear, seconded by Kena Brown)

City Commission

The City Commission will review the City Manager's recommendations and hold a public hearing and work session regarding the NIA. The body will also receive a report from the Independent Accountability Auditor (IAA).

• Proposed $45,000 purchase order for DXP Enterprises, Inc. for aviation lift station assessment, repairs, and maintenance
• Public hearing and work session regarding NIA
• Presentation of the Independent Accountability Auditor (IAA) Report

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting, with all members present voting in favor. The meeting also featured a proclamation honoring Ms. Enas Abdelfattah for her work with the Dayton‑Salfit sister‑city relationship and a presentation by Independent Accountability Auditor Jasmine Jones on police complaint data. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the replacement of the slate roof at 809 Wayne Ave with CertainTeed Carriage House asphalt shingles in the “Gatehouse” grey color. The approved plan includes replicating the historic “flower” pattern using a lighter shingle. The motion passed with six votes in favor and none opposed. No public comments were received.

• Approved roof replacement with CertainTeed Carriage House “Gatehouse” shingle and replicated flower pattern (6‑0)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board is meeting to consider requests regarding candidate eligibility and employee discharges. The board will also discuss extending eligible lists that expire in September and October 2025.

• Request for Temporary Waiver
• Request for Removal of Candidates from Eligible Lists
• Request for Approval of Probationary Discharge
• Extension of eligible lists expiring September and October 2025

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a $15 million FAA grant for airport infrastructure and a $8 million contract for an automated traffic safety enforcement system. The agenda also includes a resolution to place a hospital levy on the November ballot.

• Resolution to place Hospital Levy on November 4, 2025 ballot
• Contract with Modaxo Traffic Management USA Inc. for ATS Program ($8,000,000)
• FAA Airport Terminal Program Grant for James M. Cox Dayton International Airport ($15,000,000)
• Purchase orders for insurance, engineering, and water treatment ($5,658,337)
• Award of contract for West Stewart Street Enhancements ($443,749.20)

The Dayton City Commission approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other motions were recorded; the session featured a demolition activity update, a Dayton Survey briefing, and a presentation of Emergency Resolution 6885-25 for the hospital levy ballot, but no vote was taken on the resolution.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Dayton Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional use for 1420 E Fourth St in the MR‑5 district. It also approved a use variance with conditions for a health club and restaurant at 19 Simms St, a use variance with conditions for an assembly hall/event center at 2542 Germantown St, and parking and setback variances with conditions for a mixed‑use site at 649 Watervliet Ave. All motions were made, seconded and carried.

• Approved conditional use for 1420 E Fourth St (multi‑family) – approved
• Approved use variance with conditions for 19 Simms St health club & restaurant – approved with conditions
• Approved use variance with conditions for 2542 Germantown St assembly hall/event center – approved with conditions
• Approved variances with conditions for 649 Watervliet Ave mixed‑use property – approved with conditions

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider City Manager recommendations including $3.89M in state infrastructure grants, multiple contracts totaling $759,964, and two zoning map amendments for car wash developments at 2922 Linden Ave and 1158 Wilmington Ave. The meeting also includes a public hearing on zoning changes and potential property acquisitions for road reconstruction projects.

• $3,889,286 state grant for public capital infrastructure improvements
• $425,964 service agreement for employee health insurance opt-out program
• $165,000 lease renewal for warehouse space at Relay Express, Inc.
• Zoning change for car wash at 2922 Linden Ave (PLN2025-00182)
• Zoning change for car wash at 1158 Wilmington Ave (PLN2025-00111)

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the August 13 meeting minutes and the City Manager’s reports. It also approved Emergency Resolution No. 6881‑25 and three property‑appropriation resolutions (6879‑25, 6880‑25, 1014‑25) by a 5‑0 vote. Commissioners discussed Emergency Resolution No. 6883‑25, which would allow a tax levy above the 10‑mill limit for a municipal hospital, outlining required steps but no vote was taken.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6881-25 (5-0 vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 6879-25 to appropriate property interests for Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4 (5-0 vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 6880-25 to appropriate property interests for Findlay Street Reconstruction Project (5-0 vote)
• Approved Informal Resolution No. 1014-25 supporting Neighborhood Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid offices (5-0 vote)
• Discussed Emergency Resolution No. 6883-25 to levy a tax beyond the 10‑mill limitation for a hospital levy (no vote recorded)
• Approved purchase orders and service agreements totaling $186,707.00 (no vote recorded)

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved both applications with conditions. For 809 Wayne Ave, vinyl siding may be removed and fiber‑cement siding used if original material cannot be saved, while the slate‑roof replacement was tabled. For 208 S Broadway, the front door and window layout must stay unchanged, porch and deck details will go to staff for final review, and side windows must be casement, picture, or double‑hung. Both motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved PLN2025-00242 (809 Wayne Ave) with modifications: allow vinyl siding removal, permit hardie fiber‑cement siding if original material is beyond repair, table roof replacement (7‑0)
• Approved PLN2025-00243 (208 S Broadway St) with modifications: keep front door/window locations as‑is, submit porch and deck details to staff, require casement/picture/double‑hung windows on sides (7‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will review City Manager recommendations for various purchase orders and grant agreements. The body is also considering zoning changes and property appropriations for road reconstruction projects.

• Purchase orders for police pistols and uniforms totaling $78,924.48
• Water Department electric vehicle purchases from Beau Townsend Ford Inc. totaling $373,805.00
• Hach Company purchase for water controller instruments and sensors for $167,992.32
• Legal services contract modification with Frost Brown Todd, LLP for $150,000.00
• Zoning change for 742 and 746 Belmonte Park North from Mature Single Family Residential to Campus Institutional

The Dayton City Commission unanimously adopted an emergency resolution to continue participation in the Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Management Plan and declared an emergency. It also unanimously approved an ordinance changing the zoning of about 0.21 acres at 742 and 746 Belmonte Park North from Mature Single‑Family Residential to Campus Institutional. In addition, the commission approved purchase orders for police and water equipment totaling $620,721.80 and Homefull grant agreements totaling $651,930.20, and approved the minutes and City Manager’s reports.

• Excused Commissioner Shaw (unanimous)
• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution authorizing continued participation in the Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Management Plan and declaring an emergency (4‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance amending the Official Zoning Map for 0.21 acres at 742 & 746 Belmonte Park North (4‑0)
• Approved purchase orders for police and water equipment totaling $620,721.80
• Approved Homefull grant agreements totaling $651,930.20

City Plan Board

The Dayton City Plan Board approved four subdivision record plans with conditions for sites on Simms St, Obco Ct, Sawmill Rd, and the Main‑Maplewood corner. It also recommended approval of a zoning map amendment to change 200 S Wright Ave to Eclectic Multi‑Family and create a planned development for a 118‑unit assisted senior living facility. No action was taken on the AdaptDayton update presentation.

• Approved PLN2025-00223 record plan at 19 Simms St with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00193 record plan at 3361 Obco Ct with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00217 record plan at 105 Sawmill Rd with conditions
• Approved PLN2025-00218 record plan at NE corner of Main and Maplewood with conditions
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for 200 S Wright Ave to EMF and PD for senior housing
• No action required on AdaptDayton presentation

Environmental Advisory Board

The Dayton Environmental Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to receive updates from staff and partner organizations, approve prior meeting minutes, and address a board member resignation. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 2025 meeting minutes
• Board member resignation
• October field trip/meeting

The board could not approve the June 2025 minutes because a quorum was not present. A motion to adjourn was made by Sarah McKnight, seconded by Andrea Hirtle, and carried, ending the meeting at 1:13 p.m. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• June 2025 minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Motion to adjourn approved (meeting ended at 1:13 p.m.)
• MVRPC board approved Community First Energy Plan (regional climate action plan)

Welcome Dayton Committee

The Welcome Dayton Committee will convene to review general updates, committee reports, and specific agenda items including the renewal of appointments expiring in December 2025 and the recertification of the city's Certified Welcoming status.

• Renewal of WDC Appointments expiring December 2025
• Certified Welcoming – Recertification #2
• General Updates – Commissioner Joseph
• Immigration Updates – Katie Kersh, ABLE
• Subcommittee Updates – Chairs or Representatives

The committee approved the minutes from the June 13, 2025 meeting after a motion by Rachel Gut and a second by Tom Wahlrab. No other formal actions were taken; new business items such as appointment renewals and a possible Welcoming America recertification were discussed but not decided.

• Approved June 13, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission

The City Commission will review a resolution to extend a moratorium on group home permit applications. The body is also considering several high-value contracts for water infrastructure and fire department equipment.

• Resolution No. 6877-25: Extending a moratorium (up to 180 days) on group home zoning and building permits
• Tetra Tech, Inc. contract modification for SCADA system services: $14,224,000.00
• Metropolitan Environmental Services, Inc. tank and pipe cleaning: $500,000.00
• Mohawk Lifts LLC for ten 18,000 lb. lifts: $175,162.80
• Public hearing for rezoning 742 and 746 N Belmonte Park from MR-5 to Campus-Institutional (CI)

The Dayton City Commission voted 4-0 to adopt Emergency Resolution No. 6877-25, extending a temporary moratorium on certain residential zoning applications, and Emergency Resolution No. 6878-25, continuing participation in the multi‑jurisdictional hazard management plan. Both ordinances amending the sewer code (32153-25) and repealing parts of the zoning code (32154-25) were also adopted by a 4-0 vote. The commission moved forward with the recommended rezoning of 742‑746 North Belmont Park from MR‑5 to CI.

• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6877-25 (4-0 vote)
• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6878-25 (4-0 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 32153-25 amending sewer code sections (4-0 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 32154-25 repealing zoning code sections (4-0 vote)
• Approved purchase orders for Fire and Water departments totaling $755,662.80 (no vote recorded)
• Approved contract modification with enTech & Consulting, Inc. for $87,000 (no vote recorded)
• Approved contract modification with Tetra Tech, Inc. for $14,224,000 (no vote recorded)
• Moved forward with rezoning recommendation for 742‑746 North Belmont Park (no vote recorded)

Community Appeals Board

The Human Relations Council is meeting to receive presentations and updates on several civil rights cases. The board will also discuss staffing, performance indicators, and fair hiring practices.

• Presentation on Moore & MVFHC v. MGM, et al. (Case Nos. 3942H & 3943H)
• Updates on civil rights cases including Johnson, Martin-Stiffler, Santos, Steward, Mack, and Rudy
• Executive Director updates on HRC staffing and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Discussion on Affirmative Action Assurance — Fair Hiring Practice
• HUD Communication update

The board approved the agenda and the June 23, 2025 minutes. It approved the probable cause finding in the Moore & MVFHC source‑of‑income housing discrimination case. It also approved the finding of reasonable cause in the Johnson & Duncan racial discrimination case. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved probable cause finding in Moore & MVFHC case (motion carried)
• Approved finding of reasonable cause in Johnson & Duncan case (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Human Relations Council

The Human Relations Council will receive presentations and updates on several civil rights cases. The board will also review executive director updates regarding staffing, performance indicators, and HUD communication.

• Presentation on Moore & MVFHC v. MGM, et al. (Case Nos. 3942H & 3943H)
• Updates on civil rights cases including Johnson, Martin-Stiffler, Santos, Steward, Mack, and Rudy
• Review of Affirmative Action Assurance — Fair Hiring Practice
• Executive Director updates on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and staffing

The Human Relations Council approved its agenda and the June 23, 2025 minutes. The board approved the probable cause finding in the Moore & MVFHC v. Mak Gregor Management case and approved the finding in the Johnson & MVFHC v. Duncan case. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion by Ms. Miller, seconded by Ms. McClain, carried)
• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (motion by Ms. McClain, seconded by Ms. Miller, carried)
• Approved probable cause finding in Moore & MVFHC case (motion by Mr. Caffee, seconded by Ms. Miller, carried)
• Approved finding in Johnson & MVFHC v. Duncan case (board approval noted)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Mr. Caffee, seconded by Ms. McClain, carried)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several purchase orders for public works and water services, as well as a professional services agreement for IT modernization. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding Zoning Code text amendments.

• Construction contract for 2025 CBDG Asphalt Resurfacing with John R. Jurgensen Co. for $2,774,601.25
• Purchase orders for Public Works and Water totaling $2,980,000.00, including $2.1 million for Duncan Oil Company
• Service agreement with Lambiante LLC for data architecture services totaling $600,000.00
• Opioid legal settlement with Sandoz for $300,000.00
• Resolution to honorarily name Gettysburg Park as 'Joshua Dunbar Park' for two years

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved several items, including excusing Commissioner Joseph, the June 23 meeting minutes, and the City Manager’s reports. It adopted two resolutions: naming Gettysburg Park “Joshua Dunbar Park” for two years and approving the Downtown Dayton Special Improvement District petition and plan. The meeting also noted a settlement with CenterPoint Energy that creates a $3.75 million fund for disadvantaged communities and $625,000 for utility‑bill assistance.

• Excused Commissioner Joseph (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution naming Gettysburg Park “Joshua Dunbar Park” (4-0)
• Adopted resolution approving Downtown Dayton Special Improvement District petition and plan (4-0)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will consider requests for employee reinstatements and a medical waiver for a police recruit. The board will also review requests to remove candidates from several eligible lists and a probationary discharge for Recreation and Park Aides.

• Reinstatement requests for a Municipal Worker and Dayton Public Schools Bus Drivers
• Temporary medical waiver request for Police Recruit #37 (List 25-3208-001)
• Removal of candidates from eligible lists for Equipment Operator III, Water Sewer Worker I, Administrative Typist II, Electronic Electrician, and Fire Captain
• Request for approval of probationary discharge for Recreation and Park Aides
• Determination of position for Outreach Coordinator

City Commission

The City Commission will review several contracts and grants, including a significant award to the Dayton Energy Collaborative for disadvantaged homeowners. The body will also discuss the Downtown Dayton Special Improvement District and a housing update.

• Grant agreement with CLEANENERGY4ALL (dba Dayton Energy Collaborative) for $1,686,918.00
• Service agreement with Signature Technologies, Inc. for airport display and PA systems for $1,008,151.40
• Roof replacement contract for the Water Administration building with Command Roofing Co. for $155,394.80
• Resolution to honorarily name Gettysburg Park as 'Joshua Dunbar Park' for two years
• Intention to appropriate real property for the Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4 Project

The Commission approved Emergency Resolution No. 6876-25, authorizing the City Manager to sign the Downtown Dayton Special Improvement District petition and declaring an emergency, with a 5‑0 vote. A 1‑mill tax levy to fund a new public hospital failed to pass with a 2‑2‑1 vote. The Clerk’s amended report on the public‑hospital initiative was approved by a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved Emergency Resolution No. 6876-25 authorizing City Manager to sign SID petition (5-0)
• Approved Clerk’s amended report on Citizens’ Initiative for a Public Hospital (4-0-1)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Failed Ordinance No. 32152-25 proposing 1‑mill tax levy for public hospital (2-2-1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board approved a conditional use and parking variance for 1400 E Third Street and approved a conditional use with conditions for 1001 Riverside Drive. It denied a use variance for a medical office at 14‑16 Bates and denied a use variance for a transitional house at 901 W Hillcrest Ave.

• Approved conditional use & variance for 1400 E Third St (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use with conditions for 1001 Riverside Drive (unanimous)
• Denied use variance for medical office at 14‑16 Bates
• Denied use variance for transitional house at 901 W Hillcrest Ave

City Commission

The City Commission will review several City Manager recommendations for purchase orders and contracts. The body is also considering resolutions regarding property appropriation for the Salem Avenue Reconstruction project and the acceptance of a state grant.

• Purchase of two Type 1 Chief XL ambulances from Penn Care, Inc. for $719,092.00
• Contract award to Outdoor Enterprise, LLC for park amenity upgrades at Sandlewood, Claridge, and Jane Newcom Parks for $361,127.00
• Contract modification for Wright Dunbar REH, LLC for business district redevelopment for $300,000.00
• Grant agreement with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction for domestic violence offender programming for $206,656.00
• Resolution No. 6875-24 to appropriate real property for Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4 Project

The commission unanimously excused Commissioner Shaw from the meeting. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the July 9 meeting and the City Manager’s reports. A resolution authorizing the acceptance of a $399,996.40 grant from the Ohio Department of Public Safety was adopted by a 4‑0 vote.

• Excused Commissioner Shaw (unanimous)
• Approved July 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Adopted grant acceptance resolution for $399,996.40 (4‑0)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmark Commission approved the application to modify the rear façade of the building at 1163‑1171 W Third St, including converting two window openings to doors, adding a new exterior elevator, building a CMU screen wall, and removing one chimney. The approval was granted with the condition that all other chimneys remain and passed with a vote of six in favor and zero opposed. No public comments were received.

• Approved rear‑façade modifications at 1163‑1171 W Third St (6‑0)
• Approved removal of one chimney; all other chimneys to remain

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will hold a special meeting to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. These items will be discussed in executive session before returning to open session for voting.

• Executive session regarding public employee personnel actions

City Commission

The City Commission will review several departmental purchase orders and a service agreement for organizational culture improvement. The body is also considering legislation to refinance sewer and water system bonds and a grant for criminal justice services.

• A-C Equipment Services Corp. contract for lime reclamation facility gear: $794,500.00
• Space Creator, LLC service agreement for organizational culture improvement: $116,000.00
• Henderson Products, Inc. salt brine maker and storage tank installation: $101,534.86
• Grant award from the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Office of Criminal Justice Services: $399,996.40
• Public hearing regarding an Initiative Petition for Municipal Hospital

The commission unanimously approved the July 2 minutes and the City Manager’s reports. It also approved a $116,000 service agreement with Space Creator LLC, acceptance of a $399,996 Ohio Department of Public Safety grant, and several purchase orders totaling $1,151,127.37 for municipal court, planning, public works and water departments.

• Approved July 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimous)
• Approved $116,000 service agreement with Space Creator LLC
• Authorized acceptance of $399,996 public‑safety grant (Resolution No. 6874‑25)
• Approved $55,511.63 purchase order for Municipal Court software
• Approved $45,000.00 purchase order for Xpex LLC building plan services
• Approved $101,534.86 purchase order for Henderson Products salt‑brine equipment
• Approved $794,500.00 purchase order for A‑C Equipment Services gear for lime reclamation

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will consider a zoning code text amendment regarding group homes. The board will also review subdivision plans and a planned development request for a car wash.

• Zoning Code Text Amendment for group homes
• Planned Development request for a car wash at 2922 Linden Ave
• Subdivision record plan to consolidate two lots into one at 1128 Troy St
• Subdivision record plan to divide one lot into two at 115 Floral Ave/202 Babbitt St
• Honorary Street Designation for Gettysburg Park as 'Joshua Dunbar Park'

The City Plan Board approved the subdivision record plans for 1128 Troy St. (PLN2025-00176) and 204 W. Babbitt St. (PLN2025-00179) with conditions. It also recommended approval of an honorary designation for Gettysburg Park, a zoning code text amendment for group homes, and a planned development for a car wash at 2922 Linden Ave. Procedural motions to excuse three members and to adopt the June 10 minutes were also carried.

• Approved subdivision record plan PLN2025-00176 (1128 Troy St.) with conditions
• Approved subdivision record plan PLN2025-00179 (204 W. Babbitt St.) with conditions
• Recommended approval of honorary designation PLN2025-00158 for Gettysburg Park
• Recommended approval of zoning code text amendment PLN2025-00184 for group homes
• Recommended approval of planned development PLN2025-00182 for car wash at 2922 Linden Ave.
• Excused absences of Mr. William Allen, Ms. Geraldine Pegues, and Mr. Greg Scott
• Approved minutes of the June 10, 2025 meeting with correction PLN2025-00164

Source Water Protection Fund Board

The board will review a summary report on the Source Water Protection Trust. Members will also consider funding requests for promotional materials and well abandonment.

• Funding request for promotional materials
• Funding request for well abandonment
• Source Water Protection Trust Summary Report

The board approved the April 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $100,000 two‑year funding request for Source Water Protection promotional materials and outreach. Finally, the board approved the sealing and abandonment of an uncapped well in Harrison Township to eliminate a risk to the aquifer.

• Approved April 2025 minutes
• Approved $100,000 promotional materials and outreach project (2‑year)
• Approved sealing and abandonment of Harrison Township well

City Commission

The City Commission will review several contracts for water and fire services and a development agreement for a downtown property. The body is also considering ordinances to refinance sewer and water system bonds and establish project labor agreements.

• Development Agreement with Madison Holding Properties, LLC for the former K&K Motorcycle Supply building: $1,500,000.00
• Service Agreement with Vector Airport Systems LLC (PLANEPASS) for aircraft landing fees: $1,215,000.00
• Change Order No. 2 for Broadway Building Envelope Improvements with Buckeye Construction & Restoration, Ltd.: $169,200.00
• Purchase orders for water system actuators and pump refurbishing: $292,000.00
• Paramedic training contract with Sinclair Community College: $112,486.00

The commission unanimously approved the June 25 meeting minutes and the City Manager’s reports. It adopted Emergency Ordinances No. 32151-25, 32149-25, and 32150-25 with 5‑0 votes. The body also reappointed members to the Board of Zoning Appeals, the Landmark Commission, and appointed a member to the Sister Cities Committee.

• Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (unanimously)
• Adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32151-25 (5-0)
• Adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32149-25 (5-0)
• Adopted Emergency Ordinance No. 32150-25 (5-0)
• Reappointed Diane Graham, Patrick Martin, Jacquelyn Patterson, and Joseph Shaw to Board of Zoning Appeals (4-0-1)
• Reappointed Frederick Holley to Landmark Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Rachel Osterday to Sister Cities Committee (5-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmark Commission approved the application to replace a window with an accessible storefront entrance and ramp at 500 Hickory St. The commission denied the request to remove one chimney at 34 Bonner St. Both actions were taken with a 6‑0 vote and no public comments were received.

• Approved new accessible entrance and ramp at 500 Hickory St (6-0)
• Denied removal of chimney at 34 Bonner St (6-0)

Civil Service Board

The Board is deciding on the removal of candidates from eligible lists and the extension of several hiring lists for the City of Dayton and Dayton Public Schools. The meeting includes requests for a medical waiver and a probationary discharge.

• Removal of candidates from Auto Parts Clerk II and Police Recruit eligible lists
• Extension of City of Dayton lists for Administrative Typist II, Equipment Operator II, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Nuisance Abatement & Rehabilitation Supervisor, and Police Recruit
• Extension of Dayton Public Schools lists for Level II Clerical, School Bus Driver, and Truck Driver
• Medical waiver request for Admin Typist II
• Probationary discharge approval for a Police Recruit

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several City Manager recommendations for purchase orders and contract modifications. These items include vehicle and equipment upgrades for fire and water departments and professional coaching services.

• Purchase of Level 3 electric vehicle charging equipment from Evocharge, Inc. for $247,565.00
• Purchase of three Power Pro Cots and Power Load Systems from Stryker Medical for $206,479.24
• Contract award to Bladecutters, Inc. for Ottawa Water Treatment Plant CC Building Demolition for $107,673.50
• Third amendment to executive coaching contract with Dr. Linda Burrs for $65,000.00
• Settlement of moral obligation claim number 2024-113 for $15,000.00

The commission voted to approve the City Manager’s reports, excluding Item 2, with a 4‑0 vote. Earlier, the commission unanimously excused Commissioner Joseph from the meeting and unanimously approved the minutes from the June 18 meeting. No calendar items were added or deleted.

• Excused Commissioner Joseph (unanimous)
• Approved June 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (4‑0 vote)
• Approved City Manager’s reports Item 2 (3‑0‑1 vote; Fairchild abstained)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a use variance for 136 S Dutoit St to operate as an assembly hall/event center in the MR‑5 (Mature Residential) district, allowing the required off‑street parking to be reduced from 15 spaces to 8. Approval was granted with conditions to consolidate the parcels and limit outdoor event hours to 10 PM. The motion passed with four affirmative votes and three members excused. The board also approved the minutes from the May 27 2025 meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 27, 2025 BZA meeting (unanimous)
• Approved use variance for 136 S Dutoit St assembly hall with conditions (4 Yes, 3 excused)

Community Appeals Board

The Human Relations Council is meeting to discuss updates and decisions regarding several civil rights cases. The board will also address board appointments and nominations.

• Conciliation for Elliott v. Economy (Case No. 3944H)
• Administrative Hearing Decision for Martin-Stiffler & MVFHC v. White & White (Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H)
• Update for Johnson & MVFHC v. Duncan (Case Nos. 3920H & 3921H)
• Update for Santos & MVFHC v. Cotten (Case Nos. 3933H & 3934H)
• HRC Board appointments and nominations

The Human Relations Council approved the minutes from the February, March and May 2025 meetings and adopted the June 23 agenda. The Board also approved the conciliation agreement for Elliott v. Economy and approved the administrative hearing decision in Martin‑Stiffler & MVFHC v. White, which includes compensatory damages, a civil penalty, and injunctive relief. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved February, March, and May 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 23, 2025 agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Conciliation for Elliott v. Economy, HRC Case No. 3944H (motion carried)
• Approved Administrative Hearing Decision for Martin‑Stiffler & MVFHC v. White, HRC Cases 3925H & 3926H (motion carried)

Human Relations Council

The Human Relations Council will meet to discuss updates and decisions regarding several civil rights cases. The board will also address member appointments and nominations.

• Conciliation for Elliott v. Economy (Case No. 3944H)
• Administrative Hearing Decision for Martin-Stiffler & MVFHC v. White & White (Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H)
• Update for Johnson & MVFHC v. Duncan (Case Nos. 3920H & 3921H)
• Update for Santos & MVFHC v. Cotten (Case Nos. 3933H & 3934H)
• HRC Board appointments and nominations

The council approved the minutes from its February, March and May 2025 meetings and approved the agenda for the June 23 meeting. It also approved the conciliation agreement in Elliott v. Economy and the administrative hearing decision in Martin‑Stiffler & MVFHC v. White. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February, March and May 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 23, 2025 agenda (motion carried)
• Approved conciliation for Elliott v. Economy, HRC Case No. 3944H (motion carried)
• Approved administrative hearing decision for Martin‑Stiffler & MVFHC v. White, HRC Cases 3925H & 3926H (motion carried)
• Adjourned the June 23, 2025 board meeting (motion carried)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several City Manager recommendations for departmental contracts and equipment. Key items include network maintenance, vehicle replacements for the Water Department, and a youth programming grant.

• Purchase orders totaling $1,668,817.81 for Fire, IT, Public Works, and Water departments
• $637,050.81 for network gear maintenance with Step CG LLC through 12/31/28
• $150,000.00 CDBG grant for Dayton Children’s Hospital youth programming in Burkhardt and Springfield neighborhoods
• Purchase of six Ford trucks and one Chevrolet Silverado for the Water Department totaling $724,262.00
• Ordinance No. 32148-25 to vacate the alley east of North Terry Street

The commission excused Commissioner Joseph from the meeting and unanimously approved the June 11 minutes. City Manager’s reports were approved in two motions—excluding Item 2 with a 4‑0 vote and Item 2 with a 3‑0‑1 vote. An ordinance (No. 32148‑25) to vacate the alley east of North Terry Street was adopted by a 4‑0 vote.

• Excused Commissioner Joseph from the meeting (unanimous)
• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s Reports, excluding Item No. 2 (4‑0)
• Approved City Manager’s Report Item No. 2 (3‑0‑1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 32148‑25 to vacate alley east of North Terry Street (4‑0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from city staff and regional partners. The agenda includes reports on water, sustainability, and economic development.

• Approval of April 2025 minutes
• Updates from Water Administration and Sustainability staff
• Reports from Montgomery Co. Solid Waste District and Five Rivers MetroParks
• Updates from University of Dayton and MVRPC

The board voted to approve the April 2025 minutes after correcting a attendance note. The City Commission appointment of Kelly Boher to the Environmental Advisory Board was confirmed. The board also noted that 20 new electric‑vehicle chargers have been approved for installation.

• Approved April 2025 minutes with attendance correction (vote taken)
• Confirmed appointment of Kelly Boher to the EAB by City Commission
• Approved installation of 20 new EV chargers

Welcome Dayton Committee

The Welcome Dayton Committee is meeting to receive updates on immigration and general operations. The body will also hear reports from six subcommittees covering topics from economic development to health services.

• Immigration updates from Katie Kersh (ABLE) and David Larson (Larson & Lyons)
• Business and Economic Development subcommittee update
• Education subcommittee update
• Community, Culture, and Arts subcommittee update
• Local Government and Justice, Health and Human Services, and Countywide Exploratory committee updates

The committee approved the minutes from the April 11, 2025 meeting after Katie Kersh moved and Gwen Eberly seconded the motion. No other approvals, denials, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved April 11, 2025 meeting minutes

Landmarks Commission

The Landmark Commission approved the Certificate of Appropriateness to install a new rear window at 2137 E Fifth St, matching existing trim. The motion passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none opposed. No public comments were received and the applicant was not present.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new rear window at 2137 E Fifth St (6-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several high-value purchase orders for fire and IT equipment and a resolution to execute State of Ohio loan agreements for multiple water system projects. The body will also review a proposal to vacate an alley east of North Terry Street.

• Purchase of one 2024 Ford F-550 ambulance for $338,000.00 and two refurbished ambulances for $219,200.00
• Contract modification with Mechanical Services and Design Inc. for 20 EV charging units at $229,585.00
• Dell Marketing LP purchase for computer replacements totaling $172,680.50
• Resolution to execute Water Supply Revolving Loan Account funding for 12 projects, including PFAS treatment at Ottawa WTP
• Proposed vacation of the alley east of North Terry Street from East Third Street to the alley north of East Third Street

The Dayton City Commission approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The session also featured a proclamation honoring the Miami Valley Child Development Center and a presentation of the police department’s annual surveillance report, but no additional motions were adopted.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Appeals Board

The Community Appeals Board will continue the appeal process for Case No. #2025-02. The board will also discuss policy recommendations related to Case No. #2025-01 involving Rev. John Campbell.

• Appeal Case No. #2025-02: Braylon Brewer and Aaron Trice
• Policy recommendations for Case No. #2025-01: Rev. John Campbell

The Dayton Community Appeals Board reviewed six complaints about the use of a tire‑deflation device during a police stop. For each complaint, members voted and the board decided no policy recommendations were warranted. The meeting also approved the prior minutes.

• Complaint 1: No policy recommendation (McClain recused, Hirtle concur, Jordan concur, Hall not concur, Fox abstain)
• Complaint 2: No policy recommendation (McClain recused, Hirtle not concur, Jordan abstain, Hall concur, Fox abstain)
• Complaint 3: No policy recommendation (McClain recused, Hirtle not concur, Jordan abstain, Hall concur, Fox abstain)
• Complaint 4: No policy recommendation (McClain recused, Hirtle not concur, Jordan concur, Hall not concur, Fox abstain)
• Complaint 5: No policy recommendation (McClain recused, Hirtle not concur, Jordan concur, Hall abstain, Fox not concur)
• Complaint 6: No policy recommendation (McClain recused, Hirtle not concur, Jordan concur, Hall not concur, Fox not concur)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (approved)
• Quorum confirmed (met)

City Plan Board

The Dayton City Plan Board approved a final plan review for 1229 S. Main St. It also approved three subdivision record plans and a subdivision of one lot into 54 lots, each with conditions. The board recommended approval of a zoning map amendment at 742 N. Belmonte Park and recommended denial of a planned development for Flying Ace Car Wash. The Flying Ace Car Wash case was taken off the table for further review.

• Approved final plan review for 1229 S. Main St. (Decision: Approved)
• Approved subdivision record plan at 1428 E. Fourth St. with conditions (Decision: Approved with Conditions)
• Approved subdivision record plan at 818 Conners St. with conditions (Decision: Approved with Conditions)
• Approved subdivision of one lot into 54 lots at Pheasant Crossing with conditions (Decision: Approved with Conditions)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment at 742 N. Belmonte Park (Decision: Recommended Approval)
• Recommended denial of planned development for Flying Ace Car Wash at 1158 Wilmington Ave. (Decision: Recommended Denial)
• Case for Flying Ace Car Wash taken off the table for further review (Decision: Tabled, then removed from table)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several water system infrastructure loans and refinancing agreements. The body is also deciding on various service contracts for public works, police technology, and emergency building repairs.

• Award of $1,569,700.00 contract to A.H. Sturgill Roofing, Inc. for emergency repairs at 34 N. Main Street
• Purchase order of $1,147,500.00 to Bulk Transit Corp for pebble lime hauling through 2029
• Contract modification of $362,976.00 to Optica Consulting, Inc. for police vehicle and camera technology
• Resolution No. 6870-25 to adopt The Westwood Neighborhood Plan
• Resolution No. 6873-25 to execute funding agreements for 12 water system projects, including PFAS treatment at Ottawa WTP

The Dayton City Commission approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No calendar items were added or deleted. Contract modifications and a lead‑service line update were discussed, but no votes or approvals were recorded.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission

The commission voted to approve, as submitted, a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new rear window at 2137 E Fifth St. No applicant or public representatives were present, and no public comments were made. The motion passed with six votes in favor and none opposed.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new rear window at 2137 E Fifth St (6‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several high-value contracts for airport improvements and city infrastructure. The body is also considering a zoning change on Salem Avenue and the adoption of the Westwood Neighborhood Plan.

• Contract for Dayton International Airport Terminal Gate Passenger Boarding Bridges: $10,406,407.00
• Development Agreement for Sierra Nevada Company, LLC business expansion: $3,000,000.00
• Contract modification for City Hall Renovations & HVAC Improvement: $2,030,996.99
• Zoning change for 704-710 Salem Avenue from Mature Single Family Residential (MR-5) to Transitional (T)
• Grant agreement for Ruskin Commons park construction: $80,000.00

The commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. The clerk corrected a clerical error by changing ordinance number 32146-25 to 32147-25 for the second reading of the 2025 appropriations ordinance. No other motions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Corrected ordinance number to 32147-25 for second reading (clerical change, no vote recorded)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Dayton Board of Zoning Appeals will hear four variance requests at this meeting. Items include a use variance to operate an event center on Troy Street, bulk variances for a dumpster and accessory structure setback, and a use variance for a motor vehicle repair shop on North Main Street.

• Use variance for 1114 Troy St to operate event center in MR-5 zone, requesting reduced shade trees, screening, and bike parking
• Bulk variance for 36 Seminary Ave to place unscreened dumpster in side yard in Eclectic Multi-Family zone
• Bulk variance for 134 Ringgold St to reduce side yard setback for accessory structure in MR-5 zone
• Use variance for 3509 N Main St to allow motor vehicle repair shop in ENC zone with multiple parking and setback variances

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a use variance for Glamour Event Center LLC to operate an event center at 1114 Troy St, adding conditions on parcel consolidation, operating hours, and fence height. It also approved a dumpster variance for 36 Seminary Ave with screening and fence requirements, despite two members voting no. A request to locate a tire‑and‑muffler shop at 3509 N Main was denied.

• Approved use variance for 1114 Troy St with conditions (7‑yes votes)
• Approved dumpster variance for 36 Seminary Ave with conditions (5‑yes, 2‑no votes)
• Denied use variance for 3509 N Main (auto‑repair shop) (denied)

Civil Service Board

The board is considering requests to remove specific candidates from eligible hiring lists for various roles. They will also discuss extending recall lists and determining positions for HVAC and Water Reclamation roles.

• Removal of candidates from Account Clerk B, Garage Supervisor, Kiln Operator I, and Engineering Aide II lists
• Extension of recall lists for Building Attendant I and Irrigation Technician
• Determination of position for HVAC Technician I
• Determination of position for HVAC Technician II
• Determination of position for Water Reclamation Plant Operator II

City Commission

The City Commission will review several high-value infrastructure contracts for water and public works, including well field expansions and road resurfacing. The body will also consider accepting a $2.5 million HUD grant for lead hazard control.

• Contract award to Peterson Construction Co. for Miami Well Field Expansion Phase I: $10,512,700.00
• Contract award to CJ Hughes Construction Co., Inc. for 36 Inch Raw Water Main: $4,454,998.90
• Contract award to R.B. Jergens Contractors, Inc. for Mad River Wellfield Conversion Dam Improvements: $4,409,819.34
• Contract award to John R. Jurgensen Co. for 2025 Thoroughfare Asphalt Resurfacing: $1,762,372.59
• Resolution No. 6868-25 to accept a $2,500,000.00 HUD Lead Hazard Control Reduction grant

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were recorded; staff discussed a $65,000 park contract modification, a $1.7 million asphalt resurfacing contract, and a purchase agreement to transfer 72 parcels to the Montgomery County Land Bank. The revised appropriation ordinance (32146-25) was noted for its first reading on the calendar.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the rear‑addition project at 224 Morton Ave with required modifications, voting 6‑0 in favor. The proposal for new windows at 101 S June St was tabled pending more information, also by a 6‑0 vote. No public comments were received for either case.

• Approved modified siding and trim for 224 Morton Ave (6‑0)
• Tabled window replacement request for 101 S June St (6‑0)

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board approved three subdivision record plans (PLN2025-00109, PLN2025-00110, PLN2025-00123) with conditions and approved a vacation of right‑of‑way at Main and South Jefferson Streets. Two items were tabled: the planned development for Flying Ace Car Wash (PLN2025-00111) and the PD for the Wilmington Avenue corner (PLN2023-00412). The review of the 405 W. Grand Ave. plan was postponed to June, and the minutes of the April 8 meeting were approved.

• Approved PLN2025-00109 subdivision record plan (with conditions)
• Approved PLN2025-00110 subdivision record plan (with conditions)
• Approved PLN2025-00123 subdivision record plan (with conditions)
• Approved PLN2025-00104 vacation of right‑of‑way
• Tabled PLN2025-00111 planned development (moved to June agenda)
• Tabled PLN2023-00412 planned development for Flying Ace Car Wash
• Postponed review of PLN2025-00121 to June
• Approved minutes of the April 8, 2025 meeting

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on an emergency ordinance to buy parcels at 101 S. St. Clair St. and 118 E. Fourth St. for a new police station. Other action includes a $7.99M contract award for Kettering Field Sport Complex, rezoning 21 acres on West River Road to open space, and a public hearing to rezone 704 Salem Ave for commercial use. A $1.176M contract modification for utility billing services is also proposed.

• Purchase of 101 S. St. Clair St. and 118 E. Fourth St. for new police station (emergency ordinance)
• Award contract to Oheil Site Solutions for Kettering Field Sport Complex Phase 1 Rebid: $7,990,120
• Rezoning 21.21 acres at end of West River Road from General Industrial to Open Space (second reading)
• Public hearing to rezone 704 Salem Ave from Mature Single Family Residential to Transitional for commercial office
• First renewal of Level One LLC agreement for electronic bill presentment and payment: $1,176,000 through May 19, 2027

The Dayton City Commission approved the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other actions were formally voted on. The session included a Police Week proclamation and a presentation of a $7.9 million construction contract for Kettering Field, but those items were not decided.

• Approved April 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Appeals Board

The board will hear and vote on an appeal (Case #2025-02) involving Braylon Brewer and Aaron Trice, and discuss policy recommendations stemming from a prior appeal (Case #2025-01) by Rev. John Campbell.

• Discussion and vote on Community Appeals Board Case No. #2025-02, Braylon Brewer and Aaron Trice
• Policy recommendations for Community Appeals Board Case No. #2025-01, Rev. John Campbell

The board was unable to vote on the appeal concerning the traffic stop (Case #2025-02) because of technical issues and voted to postpone further deliberation to the June public meeting. A motion to table the policy recommendations for Case #2025-01 was approved. Chair Brandon McClain announced he will recuse himself from voting at the next meeting.

• Postponed deliberation on Case #2025-02 to June meeting (no vote due to technical issues)
• Approved motion to table policy recommendations for Case #2025-01
• Chair Brandon McClain will recuse himself from voting at the next meeting

Community Appeals Board

The Human Relations Council Board will hold a public hearing on a civil rights case (Martin-Stiffler & MVFHC v. White & White, HRC Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H). The board will also discuss updates on new case trends, cases to close, and staffing changes. Additionally, the board will consider nominations to fill five vacant board seats.

• Public hearing for Martin-Stiffler & MVFHC v. White & White, HRC Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H
• Discussion of OJI new case trends
• Review of cases to close and staffing changes
• HRC Board has 5 open positions out of 10; nominations to be considered

The Human Relations Council board approved the creation of an Outreach Coordinator role, though the position has not yet been filled. Approval of the February and March 2025 meeting minutes was postponed to the June 9 meeting. The agenda was approved without a recorded vote. No substantive case decisions were made at this virtual session.

• Outreach Coordinator position approved (not yet established)
• February & March 2025 meeting minutes tabled to June 9, 2025
• Agenda approved (no vote recorded)

Human Relations Council

The Human Relations Council board will hold a public hearing for the Martin-Stiffler & MVFHC v. White & White civil rights case (Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H). They will also review new case trends, cases to close, and staffing changes. The board has five open positions out of ten, and nominations are on the agenda.

• Public hearing for Martin-Stiffler & MVFHC v. White & White (Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H)
• Discussion of OJI new case trends
• Cases to close and staffing changes
• HRC board has 5 open positions out of 10
• Approval of February and March 2025 minutes (tabled previously)

The May 5, 2025 HRC meeting was held virtually on Zoom and was not an official meeting, so no minutes or agenda were formally approved. The board did not vote on any cases. The council approved the creation of an Outreach Coordinator position, though it has not yet been filled.

• Outreach Coordinator position approved (no vote tally recorded)
• Approval of February & March 2025 meeting minutes tabled to June 9, 2025
• No votes were taken on any cases during the meeting
• Meeting held virtually; therefore it was not an official meeting

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment to rezone approximately 21.21 acres at the end of W River Road from General Industrial to Open Space to better protect the SunWatch Indian Village archaeological site. The commission will also vote on several purchase orders and contracts, including a $1.95 million amendment for emergency demolition services, $429,928.89 in police equipment and vehicle purchases, and a $2.985 million HUD grant. Other items include rehiring a police major and accepting a solid waste district grant.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 21.21 acres at W River Road (SunWatch Indian Village) from I-2 to Open Space
• Contract amendment with Bladecutter’s Lawn Service for $1,950,000 for emergency demolition and debris removal through June 2026
• Purchase orders for police: $55,247.64 ammunition, $146,718.75 for three Chevrolet Silverado PPVs, and $120,000 for four used vehicles
• Resolution accepting $2,985,440 HUD Continuum of Care grant
• Rehiring Major Brian Johns to unclassified position in Dayton Police Department

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting. Commissioners approved the City Manager’s Reports with a 4‑0 vote. The board discussed an amendment to the BladeCutters Lawn Service contract, raising its total to $2.93 million for emergency demolition work. They also reviewed the Veterans Memorial Park project funded with $500,000 and the HUD Continuum of Care grant resolution.

• Approved April 23 minutes (unanimously)
• Approved City Manager’s Reports (4-0)
• Presented amendment to BladeCutters contract, increasing total to $2.93 million
• Presented Veterans Memorial Park project with $500,000 public investment
• Discussed Resolution 6862-25 authorizing acceptance of $2.98 million HUD grant (first and second reading)

Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for 1952 E Fourth St, 1932‑1934 E Third St, and 209 W Riverview Ave as submitted, each with a 6‑0 vote. It denied the application for 22 Simms St, also by a 6‑0 vote. No public comments were received on any of the items.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1952 E Fourth St (6‑0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1932‑1934 E Third St (6‑0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 209 W Riverview Ave (6‑0)
• Denied Certificate of Appropriateness for 22 Simms St (6‑0)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will act on multiple personnel items including removal of candidates from eligible lists, a request for reinstatement from a former Dayton Public Schools employee, and a probationary discharge of a Police Recruit. The board will also consider a determination of position for IT Manager and Economic Development Specialist roles. Public comments and discussion items are also on the agenda.

• Removal of candidates from eligible lists for Account Clerk B, Airport Building Trades Worker, and Administrative Typist II
• Reconsideration of removal from eligible list for Wastewater Treatment Maintenance Mechanic
• Request for Determination of Position: IT Manager – Infrastructure Systems and Security, IT Manager – Client Services, Economic Development Specialist
• Request for reinstatement of Food Service Manager from former Dayton Public Schools employee
• Probationary discharge of a Police Recruit

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a $2.8 million grant from the Ohio Emergency Management Agency to support emergency protective measures for the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and a $2.4 million contract for an Inclusive Business Recovery Opportunity Center. Commissioners will also object to three liquor permit renewals, authorize the rehiring of a police major, and discuss vacating an alley. A work session on the Dayton Housing Network follows the regular meeting.

• Resolution No. 6860-25: Accepting $2,800,000 grant for emergency protective measures for the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly
• Award of Contract to The Entrepreneurs Center for $2,400,000 to operate an Inclusive Business Recovery Opportunity Center through 2028
• Purchase order amendment of $200,000 for Badger meter parts to refurbish water meters citywide
• Resolutions Nos. 6856-25, 6857-25, 6858-25 objecting to liquor permit renewals for B&B Lounge (2914 Salem Ave), Ohio Chief's Bar and Lounge (1124 Leo St), and Delphos Carryout (2903 W. Third St)
• Ordinance No. 32143-25 authorizing rehiring Major Brian Johns to unclassified position in Dayton Police Department

The Dayton City Commission approved a $2.4 million contract with the Dayton/Miami Valley Entrepreneurs Center and the Miami Valley Urban League to operate an Inclusive Business Recovery Opportunity Center (IBROC), funded by the Dayton Recovery Plan (ARPA). The commission also adopted several emergency resolutions, including objecting to three liquor permit renewals, accepting state grants for airport and NATO-related emergency measures, and appointing Michelle Roberts to the Greater Dayton Premier Management Board. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $2.4M IBROC operating contract with Entrepreneurs Center & Urban League (5-0)
• Adopted resolution objecting to liquor permit renewal for B&B Lounge, 2914 Salem Ave (5-0)
• Adopted resolution objecting to liquor permit renewal for Ohio Chief's Bar & Lounge, 1124 Leo St (5-0)
• Adopted resolution objecting to liquor permit renewal for Delphos Carryout, 2903 W. Third St (5-0)
• Approved $749,550 Ohio Airport Grant application and acceptance (5-0)
• Accepted $2.8M state grant for 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly emergency measures (5-0)
• Approved alley vacation east of North Terry Street from East Third St (5-0)
• Appointed Michelle Roberts to Greater Dayton Premier Management Board (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five conditional‑use applications. Approvals included an ADU accessory structure at 105 Sawmill Rd, an office for Ingram Insurance Group at 733 Salem Ave, a mural on the Miami Valley Child Development Center wall, a parking lot accessory use for St. Anthony Church, and a garage accessory use for David Helmers. All approvals were granted with conditions as noted in the minutes.

• Approved ADU accessory structure at 105 Sawmill Rd with conditions
• Approved office use at 733 Salem Ave as submitted
• Approved mural on 401 Nassau St./200 Dover St. retaining wall as submitted
• Approved parking lot accessory use for St. Anthony Church with conditions
• Approved garage accessory use at 1128 Troy St with conditions

City Commission

The City Commission will consider multiple purchase orders and contracts, including a $750,000 contract amendment with Raftelis Financial Consultants for water capital planning support, a $420,000 partnership for the Soar to Savings Program, and a $552,477 ground lease at Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport. The commission will also vote on a resolution to vacate an alley east of North Terry Street. Standard procedural items include approval of minutes and citizen comments.

• $750,000 contract amendment with Raftelis Financial Consultants for capital planning support through 2027
• $420,000 Soar to Savings Program partnership with Fifth Third Bank, First Financial, and Dayton Metro Library
• $552,477 ground lease with Esprit Properties at Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport through 2055
• $200,000 purchase order for Freightliner parts and repair services for Public Works
• Resolution to vacate the alley east of North Terry Street from East Third Street

The Dayton City Commission approved several purchase orders and service agreements, totaling more than $2 million. The City Manager’s reports were approved by a 4‑0 vote. A resolution’s first reading to vacate the alley east of North Terry Street was also recorded.

• Approved City Manager’s reports (4-0 vote)
• Approved purchase order for 17 Life‑Pak defibrillators – $58,791.30
• Approved purchase order for truck parts and repairs – $200,000.00
• Approved Raftelis Financial Consultants contract for capital planning – $750,000.00
• Approved Soar to Savings program service agreement – $420,000.00
• Approved Esprit Properties ground lease at Dayton‑Wright Brothers Airport – $552,477.22
• Approved Sister City Foundation contribution – $15,000.00
• First reading of resolution to vacate alley east of North Terry Street (no vote recorded)

Welcome Dayton Committee

The Welcome Dayton Committee will receive updates on immigration from ABLE and Larson & Lyons, along with reports from the coordinator and subcommittees covering business, education, arts, justice, health, and countywide exploratory efforts. Old business focuses on supporting immigrant-owned businesses, and new business addresses community concerns.

• Immigration Updates by Katie Kersh (ABLE) and David Larson (Larson & Lyons)
• Coordinator’s Updates by Jeannette Horwitz
• Subcommittee reports: Business/Economic Development, Education, Community/Culture/Arts, Local Government/Justice, Health/Human Services, Countywide Exploratory Committee
• Old Business: Supporting immigrant-owned businesses
• New Business: Community Concerns

Commissioner Joseph called the meeting to order. The committee approved the minutes from the February 14, 2025 meeting after a motion by Rachel Gut and a second by Tom Wahlrab. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved February 14, 2025 meeting minutes

Environmental Advisory Board

The Dayton Environmental Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting with updates from city staff, the Water Committee, Public Health, Montgomery County Solid Waste District, Five Rivers MetroParks, the University of Dayton, MVRPC, and Community Outreach. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or funding are scheduled. The board will also discuss cancelling the May meeting.

• Approval of March 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates from Water, Sustainability, and Economic Development staff
• Update from Montgomery County Solid Waste District
• Update from Five Rivers MetroParks
• Discussion of cancelling the May 2025 meeting

The board voted unanimously to add Andrew Bartsch as an Associate Board Member. The March 2025 minutes were approved after correcting a name. The May 2025 meeting was cancelled because of the Children’s Water Festival. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Added Andrew Bartsch as Associate Board Member (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 minutes after name correction
• Cancelled May 2025 meeting due to Children’s Water Festival
• Motion to adjourn passed
• Letter sent to Senator Husted (old business)

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider several contracts and purchase orders, including a $5.46 million contract for 2025 residential asphalt resurfacing, a $204,000 amendment for railroad engineering services, and $118,601 in water department purchases. The agenda also includes ordinances and resolutions for approval.

• $5,461,294.50 contract to John R. Jurgenson Co. for 2025 residential asphalt resurfacing (17% MBE participation)
• $204,000 amendment to Fritz-Rumer-Cooke Co. for railroad engineering consulting and maintenance
• $118,601 in water department purchases: $59,601 for a breaker and $59,000 for overhead door repairs
• $80,000 amendment to Rumpke for trash and recycling removal at Dayton International Airport
• $3,650 payment to Barbara A. Bergman for forensic psychological evaluation services for Municipal Court

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting and approved the City Manager’s reports with a 4‑0 vote. It also approved a $5,461,294.50 construction contract to resurface 50 lane‑miles of residential streets, along with several purchase orders and service agreements totaling $406,? K. No calendar changes were made.

• Unanimously approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved City Manager’s reports (4‑0 vote)
• Approved $5,461,294.50 residential asphalt resurfacing contract
• Approved purchase orders for Water Department totaling $118,601.08
• Approved $204,000 service agreement with Fritz‑Rumer‑Cooke Co.
• Approved $80,000 service agreement with Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.
• Approved $3,650 voucher payment to Barbara A. Bergman, Ph.D.
• No additions or deletions to the calendar

City Plan Board

The Board adopted the Westwood Neighborhood Plan and recommended it to the City Commission. It approved four subdivision record plans with conditions for properties on Santa Clara Ave, Tony Stein Way, Monmouth St, and Jefferson St. The Board also approved the Westwood Neighborhood Strategic Plan and supported a housing strategy for the Twin Towers area.

• Adopted Westwood Neighborhood Plan, recommended to City Commission
• Approved subdivision record plan PLN2025-00084 (212 Santa Clara Ave) with conditions
• Approved subdivision record plan PLN2025-00085 (531 Tony Stein Way) with conditions
• Approved subdivision record plan PLN2025-00087 (15 S. Monmouth St) with conditions
• Approved subdivision record plan PLN2025-00086 (200 S. Jefferson St/114 & 130 E. Fifth St) with conditions
• Approved Westwood Neighborhood Strategic Plan (PLN2025-00083)
• Supported Housing Strategy for Twin Towers (PLN2025-00082)

Source Water Protection Fund Board

The Source Water Protection Fund Board will review and potentially approve a funding request for the Children's Water Festival, along with a summary report on the Source Water Protection Trust. The board will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and hear citizen concerns.

• Funding Request – Children's Water Festival
• Source Water Protection Trust Summary Report
• Review/Approval of March Minutes
• Citizens' Concerns (3 Minutes)

The board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the Children’s Water Festival Sponsorship project after a presentation. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 2025 minutes
• Approved Children’s Water Festival Sponsorship project
• Adjourned the meeting

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing City Manager recommendations for various departmental purchases and construction contracts. Key items include emergency security rentals for the NATO summit and the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

• Fencing and barricade rentals for the NATO summit from ARX Perimeters LLC ($573,725.00) and A & A Safety, Inc. ($127,050.00)
• Motorola radios and batteries for the Fire Department ($227,194.56)
• Installation of a Level 3 EV Charger at 1830 E Monument Avenue by Income Power Inc. ($142,500.00)
• Installation of 25 Level 2 EV charging units at City facilities by Mechanical Services & Design Inc. ($194,670.00)
• Purchase of four used vehicles for the Fire Department from White Allen Chevrolet, Inc. ($121,900.60)

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting. A separate motion to approve the City Manager’s reports was passed with a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved March 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager’s reports (5-0)

Civil Service Board

The Dayton Civil Service Board will hold a regular meeting to act on routine personnel matters, including removal of candidates from eligible lists and approval of a probationary discharge. The agenda also includes public comments, board discussion, and a report from the secretary and chief examiner.

• Request for removal of candidates from eligible lists.
• Request for approval of probationary discharge.
• Personnel Actions Report and Hearing Docket listed for information only.

Landmarks Commission

The Dayton Landmark Commission voted 4‑0 to deny the application to review alterations at 1045 W Grand Ave, finding the changes conflict with historic district guidelines. No applicant or representative attended, and no public comments were made. The motion was made by Mr. Gow, seconded by Ms. Hickey, and approved by the commission.

• Denied PLN2025-00076 – 1045 W Grand Ave (4 in favor, 0 opposed)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a $2.5 million package of purchase orders covering computers, police weapons, an aerial bucket truck, and water department supplies. The agenda also includes a lease renewal for IT office space, a contract for elevator modernization design, a lease for green debris management, a second-reading resolution to continue a $4.50 passenger facility charge at the airport, and acceptance of the Tax Incentive Review Council's 2024 report.

• $987,319.50 for 150 Dell computers/laptops as part of IT's Computer Refresh Project
• $365,047 for police pistols and Holosun optics for the 119th recruit class and general arming
• $225,236 for a VST-40 MHI aerial bucket truck with Ford F550 chassis for traffic signal maintenance
• $249,184.32 lease renewal for IT and city hall renovation-impacted staff at 130 West Second Street
• Resolution to continue a $4.50 Passenger Facility Charge at James M. Cox Dayton International Airport

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the City Manager’s reports. It adopted Resolution No. 6854-25 to continue the $4.50 passenger facility charge at James M. Cox Dayton International Airport with a 5‑0 vote. It also adopted Informal Resolution No. 1014-25 accepting the Tax Incentive Review Council’s 2024 recommendation, also by a 5‑0 vote. Purchase orders and contracts totaling $2,539,903.10 for IT, police, public works, and water services were approved.

• Approved City Manager’s reports (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6854-25 continuing $4.50 airport fee (5‑0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution No. 1014-25 accepting Tax Incentive Review Council recommendation (5‑0)
• Approved purchase orders and contracts totaling $2,539,903.10

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Dayton Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional‑use request for an office at 1670 Weaver Street, adding two specific conditions. It also approved a conditional‑use request to expand a congregate‑care facility at 2239 Kipling Drive into 23 housing units, with three conditions and a 5‑1 vote. Both approvals were recorded on March 25, 2025 and ratified on April 22, 2025.

• Approved conditional use for 1670 Weaver St office (6‑0) – require restored display windows on Trieschman Ave and a standard parking space on the building’s east side
• Approved conditional use for 23‑unit expansion at 2239 Kipling Dr (5‑1) – require Kipling Drive driveway widened to 20 ft, W Hillcrest Ave driveway widened to 20 ft, and fire‑official review of egress/ingress

City Commission

The Dayton City Commission will consider several purchase orders, construction contracts, and legislation at its March 19 meeting. Key actions include awarding contracts for road reconstruction, water main improvements, and spray park design, as well as accepting funding for the Sierra Nevada Corporation project and continuing a passenger facility charge at the airport.

• Award of $2,932,550.52 contract to R.B. Jergens for South Main Street Reconstruction (federal funds)
• Award of $1,318,646.01 contract to L.J. DeWeese for Salem Avenue Water Main Improvements, Phase 4
• Award of $320,000 contract to Brandstetter Carroll for spray park upgrades and expansions (ARPA funds)
• Emergency resolution to accept $500,000 from Montgomery County for Sierra Nevada Corporation project
• Emergency resolution to authorize continuation of $4.50 Passenger Facility Charge at James M. Cox Dayton International Airport

The Dayton City Commission approved the City Manager's Reports, which included a $320,000 contract with Brandstetter Carroll Inc. for spray park upgrades and expansions under the Dayton Recovery Plan, and purchase orders totaling $2,486,722.58. The commission also adopted emergency resolutions accepting $500,000 for the Sierra Nevada Corporation project and a WPCF loan for PFOA/PFAS sampling, plus ordinances for Willow Hills TIF districts and a $4.50 passenger facility charge at the airport. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved City Manager's Reports including $320,000 spray park contract (4-0)
• Approved purchase orders totaling $2,486,722.58 (4-0)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution 6852-25 accepting $500,000 for Sierra Nevada project (4-0)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution 6853-25 for WPCF loan for PFOA/PFAS sampling (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 32142-25 for Willow Hills TIF incentive districts (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6854-25 continuing $4.50 passenger facility charge at airport (4-0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The board will convene for introductions, citizens' concerns, and approval of February 2025 minutes. The primary focus is updates from staff (water, sustainability, economic development) and partner organizations (Water Committee, Public Health, Solid Waste District, MetroParks, University of Dayton, MVRPC). Old and new business items are also on the agenda.

• Citizens' concerns period
• Approval of February 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on water, sustainability, and economic development
• Reports from Five Rivers MetroParks and Montgomery County Solid Waste District
• Community outreach update

The Dayton Environmental Advisory Board met on March 14, 2025, and approved the minutes from its December 2024 and February 2025 meetings. The meeting included updates from staff and partner agencies but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved December 2024 minutes (motion by Sarah Richard, second by Ellenmarie Wahlrab)
• Approved February 2025 minutes (motion by Sarah Richard, second by Ellenmarie Wahlrab)

Landmarks Commission

The Dayton Landmarks Commission approved all three applications on the agenda. It approved a major certificate of appropriateness for rear facade modifications at 136-138 Central Ave in Grafton Hill, a new single-family home at 22 Hawthorn St in Wright-Dunbar with a siding modification, and new signage for the Hilton Garden Inn at 18 W Third St in the Dayton Arcade. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved rear facade modifications at 136-138 Central Ave (5-0)
• Approved new home at 22 Hawthorn St with siding reveal modification (5-0)
• Approved Hilton Garden Inn signage at 18 W Third St (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold first reading of an ordinance to amend the Willow Hills Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district by creating five separate incentive districts for each housing phase, extending tax exemptions. Second readings include vacating Hickory Street and accepting a $165,675 federal grant. The commission will also vote on purchase orders totaling $1,467,737.85 for IT server refresh, fleet tires, and water treatment chemicals.

• Ordinance (first reading) to create five Willow Hills housing incentive districts under TIF
• Ordinance (second reading) to vacate Hickory Street from western terminus to Alberta Street
• Resolution (second reading) to accept $165,675 U.S. Department of Justice grant
• Purchase order: $152,737.85 to Step CG LLC for IT server hardware and disaster recovery
• Purchase order: $850,000 to Carroll Wuertz Tire Company for fleet tires (amended increase)

The Dayton City Commission approved three items: an ordinance restructuring the Willow Hills housing development TIF into five segments without increasing the cap, a second-reading ordinance vacating Hickory Street, and a resolution accepting a $165,675 U.S. Department of Justice grant. All votes were 3-0. The commission also heard a presentation on the Dayton Home Repair Network's 2024 impact and approved the City Manager's Reports.

• Approved Ordinance 32142-25 restructuring Willow Hills TIF into five segments (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 32141-25 to vacate Hickory Street from western terminus to Alberta Street (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6851-25 accepting $165,675 DOJ grant (3-0)
• Approved City Manager's Reports including $1,467,737.85 in purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved minutes from March 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved absences for Mayor Mims and Commissioner Shaw

City Plan Board

The Dayton City Plan Board approved seven subdivision record plans with conditions, tabled a planned development for a single-family home at 149 Holt St. pending neighborhood design discussions, and recommended approval of two zoning map amendments (704 Salem Ave. and 21.21 acres at W. River Rd. for SunWatch Village). A work session was held for a proposed car wash at 1158 Wilmington Ave. with no action taken.

• Approved subdivision record plan at Hauk and Garvin (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved lot consolidation at 521-531 Wayne Ave. (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved lot consolidation on Argonne Drive (7-0)
• Approved lot consolidation at 701-711 Xenia Ave. (7-0)
• Approved lot consolidation at Memorial Hall, 125 E. First St. (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved lot consolidation at 701-725 Longworth St. (7-0)
• Approved alley vacation at 1501 E. Third St. (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Tabled planned development at 149 Holt St. (7-0)

Source Water Protection Fund Board

The Source Water Protection Fund Board will meet to review and approve previous meeting minutes, hear a quarterly report from CityWide, and receive annual reports from multiple entities including Dayton Fire, Economic Development, and PHDMC. The board will also consider a project request from Busy Bee and a request for BMP grants from CityWide.

• Review/Approval of December minutes
• Source Water Protection Trust Summary Report
• CityWide – 2024 4th Quarter Report
• Annual Reports from Dayton Fire, Economic Development, PHDMC, Harrison Township, Riverside, CityWide
• Project Request – Busy Bee and Request - BMP Grants - CityWide

The Source Water Protection Fund Board approved a project for Busy Bee Auto Parts and Towing involving a drainage lift and cement pad to contain fluid spills. The board also approved transferring $20,000 to CityWide Development Corp. for small loans and grants. The December 2024 minutes were approved, and annual reports were presented by several agencies.

• Approved the December 2024 meeting minutes.
• Approved the Busy Bee Auto Parts and Towing drainage lift and cement pad project.
• Approved a $20,000 transfer to CityWide Development Corp. for small loans and grants.
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:41 p.m.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a $6.18 million third amendment for the West Patrol Operations Division facility construction, a street vacation ordinance for Hickory Street, and purchase orders totaling $2.3 million for fire and public works equipment. A public hearing is not scheduled; citizen comments are allowed on specific items.

• $6.18M third amendment for Brumbaugh Construction to build West Patrol Operations Division facility at southeast corner of West Third Street and Abbey Avenue
• Ordinance to vacate Hickory Street from its western terminus to Alberta Street (first reading)
• Purchase of a 2025 Fouts FB-94 pumper engine for $761,585.40
• Contract for Wayne Avenue traffic calming improvements for $373,306.25
• Acceptance of $165,675 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice

The City Commission approved the City Manager's Reports, including an $8.3 million contract with Brumbaugh Construction for the new West Dayton police station, a $373,500 contract with LJ DeWeese for Wayne Avenue improvements, and a $99,450 contract with Greybar Electric for Main Street lighting upgrades. The commission also heard a presentation on the Independent Accountability Audit, which reported a 43.25% decrease in citizen-generated complaints from 2021 to 2024. All items were approved unanimously (5-0).

• Approved City Manager's Reports including $8.3M police station contract (5-0)
• Approved $373,500 Wayne Avenue improvements contract with LJ DeWeese (5-0)
• Approved $99,450 Main Street lighting contract with Greybar Electric (5-0)
• Approved $2,313,731.89 in purchase orders for Fire, Public Works, and Water (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• First reading of ordinance to vacate Hickory Street from western terminus to Alberta Street
• First reading of resolution accepting $165,675 DOJ grant

Community Appeals Board

The Community Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on Appeal Case No. #2025-01 filed by Rev. John Campbell. The board will also discuss and finalize the Annual Commission Report & Recommendations, and select a Vice Chair.

• Appeal Case #2025-01, Rev. John Campbell – discussion and vote
• New Board Chair Announcement
• Election of Vice Chair position
• Finalization of the Annual Commission Report & Recommendations
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Human Relations Council

The Dayton Human Relations Council will receive an update on the civil rights case Barnes v. Diamond Properties of Dayton LLC (Case No. 3937H). The board will also discuss appointments, noting 5 of 10 positions are currently filled. Approval of February 2025 minutes is tabled to April.

• Civil rights case update: Barnes v. Diamond Properties of Dayton LLC (HRC Case No. 3937H)
• Board appointments: 5 positions filled, 5 open
• Approval of February 2025 minutes postponed to April
• Executive Director's updates
• Citizen comments period

The Human Relations Council approved a finding of 'No Probable Cause' in the case of Barnes v. Diamond Properties of Dayton, concluding the complainant failed to show the respondents knew she was disabled. The board also tabled approval of previous meeting minutes, approved the March agenda, and discussed updates on several enforcement cases, including a continuance in one case and a potential closure in another.

• Approved 'No Probable Cause' finding in Barnes v. Diamond Properties (motion by Aldridge, seconded by Miller)
• Approved March 3, 2025 agenda (motion by McClain, seconded by Caffee)
• Tabled approval of meeting minutes to April board meeting
• Granted second administrative continuance in MVFHC & Martin-Stiffler v. White (hearing moved to late March)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board is meeting to decide on the removal of candidates from eligible lists and the approval of a probationary discharge. The board will also consider extending several expiring eligible lists for the City of Dayton and Dayton Public Schools.

• Request for the removal of candidates from eligible lists
• Request for approval of probationary discharge
• Extension of City of Dayton lists: Carpenter, Firefighter Recruit, Street Maintenance Supervisor, Water Waste Treatment Maintenance Mechanic, and Water & Sewer Crew Leader
• Extension of Dayton Public Schools lists: Level VI Clerical and Truck Driver

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the 2025 operating and capital budget appropriation (Ordinance 32139-25) and approve the Montgomery County Solid Waste Management Plan (Resolution 6850-25). The commission also considers several contracts, including police body armor ($447,040), water meter infrastructure planning ($114,000), and Midtown water main improvements ($566,047). No public hearings are scheduled.

• Ordinance 32139-25 appropriating funds for 2025 operating and capital expenses
• Resolution 6850-25 approving the Montgomery County Solid Waste Management Plan
• Purchase order for police body armor and related items ($447,040)
• Service agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for advanced metering infrastructure planning ($114,000)
• Construction contract for Midtown Water Main Improvements ($566,047.30)

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the City Manager's Reports, which included over $4 million in contracts for police body armor, water infrastructure, and sewer system maintenance. The commission also adopted the Montgomery County Solid Waste Management Plan, the 2025 operating budget, and several other ordinances and resolutions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved City Manager's Reports including $447,040 for police body armor (5-0)
• Approved $1,212,000 Xylem Vue service agreement for wastewater decision support (5-0)
• Approved $1,060,000 Black & Veatch contract for sanitary collection master plan (5-0)
• Approved $566,047 Midtown Water Main Improvements contract (5-0)
• Approved $260,689 Water Administration Building alterations contract (5-0)
• Approved $389,000 cooling unit replacement at Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution No. 6850-25 approving Solid Waste Management Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 32139-25 appropriating 2025 operating and capital funds (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional use and variances for a Dutch Bros coffee shop with indoor/outdoor seating and a drive-thru at 1141 Brown Street. The approval includes conditions such as installing removable bollards, providing an egress to Fairground Avenue, and submitting a signage and striping plan. The vote was 6-0 in favor.

• Approved conditional use and variances for coffee shop with drive-thru at 1141 Brown Street (6-0)
• Required removable, lockable bollards at specified locations
• Required vehicular egress from alley to Fairground Avenue via property acquisition or easement
• Required bike parking per zoning code
• Required signage and striping plan for one-way alley traffic

City Commission

The City Commission is voting on several purchase orders, service agreements, and construction contracts totaling nearly $4 million, including a $2.56 million housing assistance grant and a $578,000 bike path project. Legislation includes first readings of the 2025 operating and capital budget ordinance and an emergency resolution accepting a $121,660 state emergency management grant.

• First reading of Ordinance 32139-25 appropriating funds for 2025 city operating and capital expenses
• $972,925.88 in purchase orders for IT firewall replacement, water boiler maintenance, a mobile generator, and a tractor/mower
• $2,563,377.40 grant agreement with Miami Valley Housing Opportunities for permanent supportive housing rental assistance
• Award of $578,411 contract for Wesleyan Bike Path construction
• Emergency resolution accepting $121,660 from Ohio EMA for emergency management

The City Commission held its regular meeting on February 19, 2025, and took several actions. The most significant was the first reading of Ordinance 32139-25, which appropriates $999.1 million for the 2025 fiscal year, a $345 million increase over the temporary budget due to carryover funds. The commission also approved a $2.57 million grant agreement with Miami Valley Housing Opportunities for homeless services, a $114,900 contract with The Kleingers Group for Salem Avenue surveying, and a $578,411 contract for the Wesleyan Bike Path. Additionally, they adopted an emergency resolution accepting a $121,660 state grant and approved a board appointment.

• First reading of 2025 appropriation ordinance ($999.1M)
• Approved $2,569,377.40 grant agreement with Miami Valley Housing Opportunities (5-0)
• Approved $114,900 contract with The Kleingers Group for Salem Avenue surveying (5-0)
• Approved $578,411 contract for Wesleyan Bike Path (5-0)
• Approved $233,650 Oracle cloud migration service agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Emergency Resolution No. 6848-25 accepting $121,660 state grant (5-0)
• Approved LeKeisha Grant to tax incentive review council (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Welcome Dayton Committee

The Welcome Dayton Committee will meet to receive updates on immigration, coordination, and subcommittee activities. Old business includes crisis response planning. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Immigration updates from Katie Kersh (ABLE) and David Larson (Larson & Lyons)
• General updates from Commissioner Joseph
• Subcommittee reports: Business/Economic Development, Education, Community/Culture/Arts, Local Government/Justice, Health/Human Services, Countywide Exploratory Committee
• Crisis Response Planning under old business
• Coordinator's updates from Jeannette Horwitz

The Welcome Dayton Committee approved the December 13, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed recent executive orders affecting immigrants, including termination of Venezuelan TPS and pauses on birthright citizenship and CBP One app, and noted ICE activity in Dayton without arrests. Updates were shared on refugee resettlement pauses, subcommittee activities, and upcoming events like the NATO Parliamentary Assembly in May.

• Approved December 13, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Rachel Gut, second by Anthony Whitmore)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from city staff and regional partners. The agenda includes a discussion on an annual retreat and a period for citizens' concerns.

• Approval of December 2024 minutes
• Staff updates on water, sustainability, and economic development
• Reports from Montgomery Co. Solid Waste District and Five Rivers MetroParks
• Discussion on annual retreat

The Dayton Environmental Advisory Board met on February 14, 2025, but lacked a quorum, so the December 2024 minutes were not approved. The board discussed priorities for 2025, including improving website accessibility and outreach, and noted two open board positions following a resignation. Staff reported on environmental programs, including inspections, river cleanups, and the upcoming EV charging station at Ottawa Yards.

• December 2024 minutes not approved due to lack of quorum
• Board members reelected: Katherine Arnett as Chairperson, Sarah Richard as Vice Chairperson
• Priorities for 2025 set: website accessibility, standard introduction, outreach, field trips, special speakers, citizen survey
• Two open board positions noted after Brian Williams resigned

Landmarks Commission

The Dayton Landmarks Commission approved four Certificates of Appropriateness with modifications, covering a new entry door and stair at 25 Perrine St, rear home and garage modifications at 141 Huffman Ave, a new rear addition at 29 La Belle St, and new courtyard doors at 521 Wayne Ave. It also agreed to participate as a consulting party in a Section 106 Review for the Mad River Well Field Dam Replacement. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved with modifications: new entry door and stair at 25 Perrine St (5-0)
• Approved with modifications: rear home and garage changes at 141 Huffman Ave (5-0)
• Approved with modifications: new rear addition at 29 La Belle St (5-0)
• Approved as submitted: new courtyard doors at 521 Wayne Ave (5-0)
• Agreed to participate in Section 106 Review for Mad River Well Field Dam Replacement (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for the State of the City Address. No other legislative actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• State of the City Address

The Dayton City Commission met solely for the annual State of the City address, featuring a conversation between Mayor Jeffery Mims and Fran Robinson. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from February 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board is reviewing five requests for subdivision record plans to split, consolidate, or reconfigure city lots. These proposals include a first phase for a future 38-home development and several lot adjustments in the Twin Towers and Oregon planning districts.

• 5259 Kitridge Rd: Split one lot into four as phase 1 of a 38 single-family home plan
• 401 Xenia Ave: Consolidate two lots into one
• 405 Xenia Ave: Consolidate three lots into one
• 33 Walnut St: Reconfigure two lots into two lots
• 2198 N Gettysburg Ave: Subdivide one lot into two

The Dayton City Plan Board approved all five subdivision record plans on the agenda, each with conditions. The plans include splitting a lot at 5259 Kitridge Rd. into four lots for 38 single-family homes, consolidating lots at 401 and 405 Xenia Ave., reconfiguring lots at 33 Walnut St., and subdividing a lot at 2198 N. Gettysburg Ave. into two lots. All approvals were unanimous with one member excused.

• Approved subdivision at 5259 Kitridge Rd. (4 lots, 38 homes) with conditions
• Approved lot consolidation at 401 Xenia Ave. with conditions
• Approved lot consolidation at 405 Xenia Ave. with conditions
• Approved lot reconfiguration at 33 Walnut St. with conditions, including Use Variance requirement
• Approved subdivision at 2198 N. Gettysburg Ave. into two lots with conditions

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on an initiative petition regarding a municipal hospital. They will also vote on City Manager recommendations including purchase orders for IT equipment, police training facilities, and water infrastructure contracts, as well as a resolution accepting a state grant.

• Purchase orders totaling $2,980,335.12 including $860,208.97 for police shoot house design and installation
• $1,578,833.08 contract for 24-inch water main lining from Kettering Field to Cross I-75 to Earl Avenue
• $88,135.00 change order for Broadway Building Envelope Improvements at Water Reclamation Facility
• Resolution No. 6847-25 accepting $105,000 grant from Ohio Emergency Management Agency
• Public hearing on initiative petition for a municipal hospital

The Dayton City Commission approved the Clerk of Commission's recommendation to reject the public hospital initiative petition, which had only 869 valid signatures against the required 1,250. The commission also approved $2.98 million in purchase orders, including $860,208.97 for a new police shoot house, and a $1.3 million streetscape contract with Ohiel Irrigation Company. A $105,000 state grant was accepted, and Brandon McClain was appointed as chair of the community appeals board.

• Approved Clerk's recommendation to reject public hospital initiative petition (3-0-2, Fairchild and Turner-Sloss abstained)
• Approved $2,980,335.12 in purchase orders including $860,208.97 for police shoot house (5-0)
• Approved $1.3 million streetscape contract with Ohiel Irrigation Company (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6846-25 accepting $105,000 state grant (5-0)
• Appointed Brandon McClain as chair of community appeals board (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 29, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Community Appeals Board

The Dayton Community Appeals Board will consider proposed policy recommendations for Case No. #2024-03 involving Douglas Barnes, review an annual commission report and a NACOLE addendum, and elect a chair and vice chair. The board will also approve minutes from three prior meetings and introduce a new board member.

• Proposed policy recommendations for CAB Case No. #2024-03, Douglas Barnes
• Annual Commission Report & Recommendations
• NACOLE (National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement) Addendum
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair board positions
• Approval of minutes from 12.03.2024, 01.07.2025, and 01.21.2025

The Community Appeals Board approved minutes from three prior meetings and agreed to maintain the Annual Report's established structure with updates on reviewed and pending cases, including a new chart format and use of initials for confidentiality. The NACOLE addendum was tabled. The board also approved policy recommendations for case #2024-03 (Douglas Barnes) unanimously.

• Approved minutes from 12.03.2024, 01.07.2025, and 01.21.2025
• Agreed to maintain Annual Report structure with new chart format and initials for appellants
• Tabled NACOLE addendum
• Approved policy recommendations for CAB Case No. #2024-03, Douglas Barnes (unanimous)

Human Relations Council

The Human Relations Council will receive updates on five civil rights cases, including conciliation for MVFHC v. Slidertown Apts. The board will also discuss nominations to fill five open board positions.

• Conciliation for MVFHC v. Slidertown Apts., et al. (Case No. 3940H)
• Updates for MVFHC & Martin-Stiffler v. White, et al. (Case Nos. 3925H & 3926H)
• Update for Lamb v. King (Case No. 3907H)
• Updates for MVFHC & Santos v. Cotten (Case Nos. 3933H & 3934H)
• Discussion of 5 open HRC Board positions

The Human Relations Council approved a conciliation agreement in the MVFHC v. Slidertown Apts. case, and approved the meeting minutes and agenda. Updates were provided on several housing discrimination cases, including a court ruling in favor of the Council on damages in Lamb v. King, and a notice of non-compliance for the Santos v. Cotten case. The board discussed patterns of complaints at Summit Square Apartments and hiring updates.

• Approved October 7, 2024 and December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved February 3, 2025 agenda
• Approved Conciliation Agreement in MVFHC v. Slidertown Apts. (Case No. 3940H)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider extending a temporary moratorium on group home approvals for up to 180 days, and vote on several contracts including a $9.1 million airport parking management deal. Other actions include awarding a $293,197.50 contract for Residence Park amenities and sidewalk upgrades, and authorizing a $105,000 state emergency management grant. The meeting also includes a fire engine purchase and a street vacation resolution.

• Emergency resolution to extend a 180-day moratorium on group home applications (No. 6846-25)
• Contract award to SP Plus Corporation for airport parking and shuttle management ($9,126,213.00)
• Purchase order for one 2024 Fouts FB-94 pumper fire engine ($733,635.00)
• Contract award to L.J. DeWeese Co., Inc. for Residence Park shelter, utilities, and sidewalk installation ($293,197.50)
• Resolution to accept $105,000 state grant from Ohio Emergency Management Agency

The Dayton City Commission unanimously adopted an emergency resolution extending a 180-day moratorium on group home applications, and approved a $293,197.50 contract with L.J. DeWeese Co. for Residence Park improvements. The commission also accepted a $105,000 state grant and vacated a portion of Hickory Street. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and citizen comments.

• Adopted Emergency Resolution No. 6846-25 extending group home moratorium 180 days (5-0)
• Approved $293,197.50 contract with L.J. DeWeese Co. for Residence Park upgrades (part of City Manager's Reports, 5-0)
• Accepted $105,000 grant from Ohio Emergency Management Agency (first reading, no vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6845-25 to vacate Hickory Street from western terminus to Alberta Street (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional use permit allowing a restaurant with indoor dining at 2024 Salem Avenue in the Transitional zoning district. The approval is subject to the condition that the property owner and applicant satisfy all zoning requirements and improve the building's exterior. The vote was unanimous (7-0).

• Approved conditional use for restaurant at 2024 Salem Ave (7-0)
• Approved with condition to satisfy all zoning requirements and improve exterior

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will elect a Chairperson and consider requests regarding employee eligibility lists and reinstatements. The board will also discuss whether to make certain job classifications non-competitive.

• Election of the Civil Service Board Chairperson
• Request for removal of candidates from eligible list
• Request for reinstatement from former City of Dayton employees
• Revision to eligible list for Engineering Aide III
• Request to make Labor and Employee Relations Specialist and Firefighter classifications non-competitive

City Commission

The City Commission will consider purchase orders and contracts totaling over $1.07 million, including medical evaluations and legal services, as well as a $590,136 bail agreement with the Montgomery County Sheriff. They will also hold a public hearing on the 2025 Annual Appropriation and consider an ordinance to vacate an alley east of the Dayton Kettering Connector and a resolution to vacate Hickory Street. A $75,000 MOU for the Courthouse Square master plan is also up for approval.

• Public hearing on 2025 Annual Appropriation
• $680,000 purchase order for Green & Green Lawyers for legal services through 2029
• $590,136 service agreement with Montgomery County Sheriff for bail services (2025-2026)
• $240,000 purchase order for Exam Works for medical evaluations through 2028
• Ordinance to vacate alley east of Dayton Kettering Connector from parcel R72 13903 0015 to Shroyer Road

The Dayton City Commission unanimously approved the City Manager's Reports, including $1.07 million in purchase orders and a $590,136 bail agreement, and adopted Ordinance No. 32138-25 to vacate an alley east of the Dayton Kettering Connector. The Commission also appointed Steven Solomon and Adam Graham to the Sister Cities Committee. A public hearing was held on the 2025 budget, with final adoption scheduled for February 26.

• Approved City Manager's Reports including $1.07M in purchase orders and $590,136 bail agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 32138-25 to vacate alley east of Dayton Kettering Connector (5-0)
• Appointed Steven Solomon and Adam Graham to Sister Cities Committee (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard public hearing on 2025 budget; no action taken

Community Appeals Board

The Community Appeals Board will meet to discuss the Annual Commission Report and recommendations. The board will also address a NACOLE addendum.

• Annual Commission Report & Recommendations
• NACOLE Addendum

The Dayton Community Appeals Board met virtually on January 21, 2025, and reviewed a presentation on the NACOLE conference, deciding which slides to include in their application. They also discussed a potential recommendation for a Dayton Police Department leader to attend NACOLE, but took no formal vote. Annual recommendations were deferred to the February in-person meeting.

• Reviewed NACOLE presentation slides and selected sections for CAB application
• Decided not to include CAB application sections for slides on DOJ investigations, public order policing, storytelling, misconduct data, and S.A.J.E. policing
• Suggested CAB application include legal counsel and outreach sub-committee
• Deferred annual recommendations to February in-person meeting

Landmarks Commission

The Dayton Landmarks Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness with modifications. The first approved a partially constructed rear addition at 2265-2267 E Fifth St in the Huffman Historic District, requiring a hipped roof, siding match, and permits. The second approved a garage addition for an accessory dwelling unit at 228 5 Oaks Ave in the Squirrel Forest Historic District, with window, siding, door, and railing requirements. Both votes were 4-0.

• Approved rear addition at 2265-2267 E Fifth St with modifications (4-0)
• Approved garage addition at 228 5 Oaks Ave with modifications (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several City Manager recommendations for purchase orders and service agreements. The body will also consider a first reading of an ordinance to vacate an alley east of the Dayton Kettering Connector.

• Purchase order for Weiffenbach Marble & Tile Company for carpet removal and installation: $584,485.50
• Purchase order for Ferguson Waterworks for fire hydrant parts and accessories: $270,000.00
• Contract modification for App Architecture, Inc. regarding the West Patrol Operations Division Facility: $84,065.00
• Service agreement with Turn-Key Environmental Consultants, Inc. for residential asbestos surveys: $100,000.00
• Ordinance No. 32138-25 to vacate the alley east of the Dayton Kettering Connector to Shroyer Road

The Dayton City Commission approved the City Manager's Reports, including a $100,000 service agreement with Turn-Key Environmental Consultants for residential asbestos surveys and post-abatement verification, supporting the demolition of nearly 1,100 structures. The reports were approved unanimously (4-0) with Commissioner Joseph absent. The commission also heard a first reading of an ordinance to vacate an alley east of the Dayton-Kettering Connector, but took no final action on it.

• Approved City Manager's Reports including $100,000 Turn-Key Environmental asbestos survey contract (4-0)
• Approved $584,485.50 purchase order to Weiffenbach Marble & Tile for carpet removal/installation
• Approved $270,000 purchase order to Ferguson Waterworks for fire hydrant parts
• Approved $84,065 contract modification to App Architecture for Dayton Recovery Plan design services
• Approved minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 32138-25 to vacate alley east of Dayton-Kettering Connector

City Plan Board

The Dayton City Plan Board approved four subdivision record plans and a set of zoning code text amendments with modifications. The amendments cover topics like bike parking, EV charging, missing middle housing, and parking regulations, and will go to the City Commission for final approval. The board also noted receipt of a $2 million federal planning grant for US-35.

• Approved subdivision record plan at 714-722 Maitland Ave. with conditions (7-0)
• Approved subdivision record plan at 5128-5130 W. Third St. with conditions (7-0)
• Approved subdivision record plan at 1005 W. Third St. with conditions (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved zoning code text amendments with modifications (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 meeting

Civil Service Board

The Dayton Civil Service Board will hold a special meeting to consider a request for reconsideration of removal from eligible lists. The board will adjourn to executive session per Ohio law.

• Request for reconsideration of removal from eligible lists (executive session scheduled)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider approving multiple purchase orders, service agreements, and contract modifications totaling over $2.4 million, plus two agreements with Montgomery County Land Reutilization Corporation totaling $6 million for remediation, acquisition, and rehabilitation of the Centre City Building at 40 South Main Street. Other items include a $2 million contract modification for employee primary care services and various equipment purchases for public works and water departments.

• Two service agreements with Montgomery County Land Reutilization Corporation for Centre City Building redevelopment: $4M for remediation/acquisition and $2M for rehabilitation (thru 12/31/26)
• Contract modification for Marathon Health LLC to provide primary care at Dayton Off-Site Medical Clinic: $2,000,000 (thru 12/31/25)
• Service agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. for geospatial enablement: $450,500 (thru 1/19/26)
• Purchase orders for water meters (Badger Meter Inc., $552,000), fire hydrants (Core & Main LP, $760,000), and a crew cab truck (Stoops Freightline, $279,550)
• Lease agreement with Five Rivers Metro Parks for property at Wegerzyn Garden MetroPark: $1.00 (thru 5/31/2123)

The Dayton City Commission approved two service agreements with the Montgomery County Land Reutilization Corporation totaling $6 million for the redevelopment of the historic Centre City Building into 227 mixed-use housing units, with over 60 designated as affordable at 60% AMI. The commission also approved the City Manager's Reports, including purchase orders and contracts, and made two board appointments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $4M service agreement with Montgomery County Land Reutilization Corp for Centre City Building remediation (5-0)
• Approved $2M subrecipient agreement for Centre City Building rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved City Manager's Reports including purchase orders and contracts totaling over $2.4M (5-0)
• Approved $450,500 service agreement with ESRI for geospatial services (5-0)
• Approved $2M contract modification with Marathon Health for employee clinic services (5-0)
• Approved $144,000 contract modification with RecTrac for card processing fees (5-0)
• Approved Karla Knox and Dr. Antony Whitmore to Welcome Dayton Committee (5-0)
• Approved Dr. David Fox to Use of Force Committee (5-0)

Community Appeals Board

The Community Appeals Board will hold new member orientation, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss proposed policy recommendations for three citizen complaint cases (2024-01, 2024-02, 2024-03). The board will also consider a commission response to Case No. 2024-01 and set a rescheduled date for a presentation to the commission.

• New board member introduction – Reverend Dr. David Fox
• Policy recommendations for CAB Case No. 2024-01 (Arlene Jones)
• Proposed policy recommendations for CAB Case No. 2024-02 (Adrian Fritz)
• Proposed policy recommendations for CAB Case No. 2024-03 (Douglas Barnes)
• DPD orientation on citizen complaint process and Sunshine Law training

The Community Appeals Board met for orientation and training, with no official votes held. The new Independent Accountability Auditor, Jasmine Corrie-Jones, was introduced, and the board reviewed policy recommendations for cases #2024-01, #2024-02, and #2024-03. The board deferred approval of minutes and final policy recommendations to future meetings.

• No vote held on minutes; deferred to next meeting
• Introduced Jasmine Corrie-Jones as new Independent Accountability Auditor
• Removed policy recommendation from letter for Case #2024-02 (Adrian Fritz) before submission
• Deferred final draft of policy recommendations for Case #2024-03 (Douglas Barnes) to next meeting
• Deferred annual report and NACOLE recommendations to March meeting for vote