Englewood public meetings in 2025
18 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
Englewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 budget and vote on approving the budget, appropriations, and several contracts for public safety equipment and the Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association.
- Public Hearing: 2026 Budget
- Resolution 34-25: Approving the 2026 Budget
- Resolution 35-25: Contract for public safety radios
- Resolution 36-25: Purchase of two dump trucks
- Resolution 37-25: Agreement with Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association
The council adopted Resolution 34-25, approving the city’s budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1 2026. It also passed several appropriations and policy resolutions, including funding for current expenses, public‑safety radios, dump‑truck equipment, and a city‑wide generative AI usage policy. The slate of board and commission appointments was accepted. All motions were approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution 34-25 – 2026 city budget (motion approved)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-12 – appropriations for current expenses FY 2026 (motion approved)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-13 – amended pay grades for FY 2026 (motion approved)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-14 – codified ordinance updates (motion approved)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-15 – revised appropriations for FY 2025 (motion approved)
- Approved Resolution 35-25 – contract for public safety radios (motion approved)
- Approved Resolution 36-25 – purchase and installation of two dump trucks (motion approved)
- Approved Resolution 38-25 – city‑wide generative AI usage policy (motion approved)
Planning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on Variance Application 25‑07 for Marathon Gas at 858 Union Boulevard. The board will also consider approval of the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes and conduct routine items such as swearing in witnesses, old business, and new business.
- Variance Application 25‑07: public hearing for Marathon Gas at 858 Union Boulevard
- Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting
- Swearing in of witnesses
- Discussion of old business items
- Discussion of new business items
The Englewood Planning and Zoning Appeals Commission met on Dec. 3, 2025. The board approved the minutes from the November 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. It then approved Variance Application 25-07 for 858 Union Boulevard, permitting a new building that includes the existing gas station and additional retail space. No other business was discussed.
- Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Variance Application 25-07 for 858 Union Blvd (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:57 P.M.
City Council
The City Council will hold a first reading for three bills regarding pay grades, utility charges, and purchasing contracts. The meeting also includes updates on the city's strategic plan and a crosswalk engineering study.
- Bill 25-09: Proposed changes to water and sewer service charges for residents inside and outside the city
- Bill 25-08: Proposed amendment to pay grade assignments for full-time positions for fiscal year 2026
- Bill 25-10: Proposed alignment of purchasing and construction contracts with ORC 9.17 revisions
- Discussion on changing the start time of Council Meetings
- Update on the Crosswalk Engineering Study
The Englewood City Council adopted the first reading of Ordinances 25-08, 25-09 and 25-10, each receiving unanimous support. Council members also approved Bill 25-11, changing the standard council meeting time from 7:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with a 6‑1 vote. The meeting minutes were approved and the council adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-08 (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-09 (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-10 (7-0)
- Approved adding Bill 25-11 to agenda (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Bill 25-11 to change meeting time (6-1)
- Approved minutes from Oct. 14, 2025 meeting
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Application 25-06 concerning the Upper Room House of Mercy at 210 Wolf Avenue. The agenda also lists routine items such as approval of minutes and election of officers, but no other specific actions are detailed. The board may discuss old and new business, though no concrete items are identified.
- Public hearing – Conditional Use Application 25-06 for 210 Wolf Ave (Upper Room House of Mercy)
The board reappointed Karen Strider‑liames as president, Brent Fisher as vice president, and Frances Clark as secretary. The minutes from the April 2025 meeting were approved. The commission approved Conditional Use Application 25‑06 for Upper Room House of Mercy to operate a church at 210 Wolf Avenue. All motions passed with the recorded vote totals.
- Reappointed President Karen Strider‑liames, Vice President Brent Fisher, Secretary Frances Clark (vote: all yea)
- Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (yea: Gough, Clark, Fisher; abstain: Bankston, Strider‑liames)
- Approved Conditional Use Application 25‑06 for Upper Room House of Mercy (yea: Bankston, Fisher, Strider‑liames, Gough, Clark)
City Council
The Englewood City Council will consider several procurement resolutions. These include authorizing the purchase of two replacement dump truck chassis, two replacement leaf vacs, and two 2026 model year police equipped vehicles. The council will also amend the 2025 curb and sidewalk repair contract with Coate Construction, LLC, and approve a demolition contract for 7711 Hoke Road. Additional items include seeking membership in the AARP Network of Age‑Friendly Communities and a contract for a Horton ambulance system.
- Resolution 27-25 – authorize purchase of two replacement dump truck chassis
- Resolution 28-25 – authorize purchase of two replacement leaf vacs
- Resolution 29-25 – amend 2025 curb and sidewalk repair contract with Coate Construction, LLC
- Resolution 30-25 – authorize contract to remount a Horton ambulance and purchase a Stryker power cot system
- Resolution 31-25 – authorize purchase of two 2026 model year police equipped vehicles
The council unanimously adopted seven resolutions authorizing purchases of dump truck chassis, leaf vacs, a curb repair contract amendment, a Horton ambulance remount, two police equipped vehicles, AARP network membership, and a lawn service contract for demolition at 7711 Hoke Road. The minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting were also approved. All votes were yea.
- Approved purchase of two replacement dump truck chassis (7 yea votes)
- Approved purchase of two replacement leaf vacs (7 yea votes)
- Approved amendment to 2025 curb and sidewalk repair contract with Coate Construction, LLC (7 yea votes)
- Approved contract to remount a Horton ambulance and purchase a Stryker power cot system (7 yea votes)
- Approved purchase of two 2026 model year police equipped vehicles (7 yea votes)
- Approved seeking membership in the AARP Network of Age‑Friendly Communities (7 yea votes)
- Approved contract with Bladecutter’s Lawn Service for demolition of 7711 Hoke Road (7 yea votes)
City Council
The Englewood City Council will vote on several resolutions, including adopting the budget commission's tax levy rates, amending the street resurfacing program with the John R. contract for Jurgensen Company, applying for federal IIJA funds through the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission, and adopting a city‑wide cybersecurity program. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, visitor recognitions, and reports from the mayor and city manager.
- Resolution 23-25 – Accepting tax levy amounts and rates set by the Budget Commission and certifying them to the County Auditor
- Resolution 24-25 – Authorizing the City Manager to amend the street resurfacing program with the John R. contract for the 2025 Jurgensen Company
- Resolution 25-25 – Authorizing the submission of an application for federal IIJA funds through the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission
- Resolution 26-25 – Adopting a city‑wide cybersecurity program
The council approved the minutes from the August 26 meeting and excused Mr. Huelsman from the session. It adopted four resolutions: authorizing tax levies, amending the 2025 street resurfacing contract, applying for federal IIJA funds, and implementing a city‑wide cybersecurity program. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Excused Mr. Huelsman from the meeting (unanimous approval)
- Approved August 26 minutes (unanimous approval)
- Adopted Resolution 23-25 authorizing tax levies (unanimous approval)
- Adopted Resolution 24-25 amending street resurfacing contract (unanimous approval)
- Adopted Resolution 25-25 to apply for federal IIJA funds (unanimous approval)
- Adopted Resolution 26-25 establishing a city‑wide cybersecurity program (unanimous approval)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous approval)
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss a police department presentation and receive updates on a crosswalk engineering study and electronic signs. The agenda includes standard reports from the City Manager and Mayor.
- Police Department presentation on Less Lethal Technologies
- Crosswalk Engineering Study update
- Electronic Sign update
- Strategic Plan update
The council voted to excuse Mr. Daugherty, with all six members present voting yea. The minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting were approved as written. Discussions on the electronic sign proposal and the crosswalk engineering study were both tabled for a later date. The motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved unanimously.
- Excuse Mr. Daugherty from the meeting – approved (all six members voted yea)
- Approve July 22, 2025 minutes – approved
- Electronic sign update – discussion tabled
- Crosswalk engineering study – discussion tabled
- Adjourn meeting – approved (all six members voted yea)
City Council
The City Council will review a bill to revise 2025 fiscal year appropriations. Members will also consider authorizations for a downtown master plan and a water plant maintenance contract.
- Bill 25-07: Revision of appropriations for fiscal year ending December 31, 2025
- Resolution 21-25: Contract with National Water Services for water plant maintenance
- Resolution 22-25: Development of the Englewood Downtown Master Plan
- Update on electronic sign
- Update on crosswalk engineering study
The council adopted Ordinance 25-07 to revise appropriations for the 2025 fiscal year. It approved Resolution 21-25 authorizing a contract with National Water Services for water‑plant maintenance. It also approved Resolution 22-25 to develop the Englewood downtown master plan. The electronic sign update was tabled for further study.
- Approved Ordinance 25-07 (revising appropriations) – yea votes from Rietman, Rarick, Huelsman, Daugherty, Gough, McGrail, Henne
- Approved Resolution 21-25 (contract with National Water Services) – yea votes from Huelsman, Daugherty, Gough, McGrail, Henne, Rietman, Rarick
- Approved Resolution 22-25 (downtown master plan) – yea votes from Rarick, Huelsman, Daugherty, Gough, McGrail, Henne, Rietman
- Tabled discussion on electronic sign update – motion to table pending staff collection of additional examples
- Adjourned meeting – yea votes from Gough, McGrail, Henne, Rietman, Rarick, Huelsman, Daugherty
City Council
The Englewood City Council will meet to discuss assessments for the 2024 Sidewalk Program. The body will also review a liquor permit request for a specific business location.
- Bill 25-06: Assessments for repair/replacement of sidewalks, curbs, and drive aprons
- Liquor Permit Request: 404 W. National Road (Marions Piazza)
The council approved the first reading of Ordinance 25-06, which authorizes assessments for sidewalk, curb and drive apron repairs. A motion to excuse Mr. Rarick and Mrs. Rietman from the meeting was approved. The liquor permit hearing request for 404 W. National Road was tabled. The city reported receiving $757,000 for a storm‑drain improvement project.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-06 (first reading) – levy assessments for sidewalks (5 yea)
- Excused Mr. Rarick and Mrs. Rietman from the meeting (5 yea)
- Tabled liquor permit hearing request for 404 W. National Road (5 yea)
- Ended executive session (4 yea)
- Adjourned meeting (5 yea)
- Approved minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Reported receipt of $757,000 grant for storm‑drain project (informational)
- Approved city’s participation in SINBON grand opening (informational)
City Council
The Englewood City Council will review a bill to donate land and provide an easement for the Hoke Road widening project. The body is also considering the adoption of the 2025 Strategic Plan and updates to public records and construction contracts.
- Bill 25-05: Donating land and providing a temporary easement for the Hoke Road widening project
- Resolution 18-25: Adopting the 2025 Strategic Plan
- Resolution 19-25: Amending the public records policy
- Resolution 20-25: Amending the 2025 curb and sidewalk repair contract with Coate Construction, LLC
- Liquor permit requests for 1273 S. Main Street and 320 W. National Road Suite 6
The council approved Resolution 18-25, adopting Englewood's 2025 Strategic Plan. It also adopted Ordinance 25-05 to donate land to the City of Clayton and provide a temporary easement for the Hoke Road widening project, and amended the public records policy and the curb and sidewalk repair contract. Liquor permit hearing requests were tabled, and staff was directed to proceed with an engineering study for a new crosswalk.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-05 (land donation to City of Clayton & temporary easement for Hoke Road widening) – approved (unanimous yea)
- Approved Resolution 18-25 adopting the 2025 Strategic Plan – approved (unanimous yea)
- Approved Resolution 19-25 amending the Public Records Policy – approved (unanimous yea)
- Approved Resolution 20-25 amending the 2025 curb and sidewalk repair contract with Coate Construction, LLC – approved (unanimous yea)
- Tabled liquor permit hearing requests for 1273 S. Main St. and 320 W. National Rd. Suite 6 – approved (unanimous yea)
- Authorized engineering study for a crosswalk at Union Boulevard near JD’s Frozen Custard and Centennial Park – approved (unanimous yea)
- Excused Mr. Rarick from the meeting – approved (unanimous yea)
- Approved minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting – approved (unanimous yea)
City Council
The Englewood City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 13, 2025, with several action items including a first reading of Bill 25-04 to revise appropriations for the current fiscal year. Resolutions on the agenda would authorize contracts for a slope protection system at Main Street and National Road, the 2025 street resurfacing program with John R. Jurgensen Company, and renewal of employee health insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. The council will also discuss electronic sign regulations and Flock cameras as new business.
- First reading of Bill 25-04 to revise 2025 appropriations
- Resolution 14-25: authorize Geoweb slope protection project at Main Street and National Road dam intersection
- Resolution 16-25: authorize contract with John R. Jurgensen Company for 2025 street resurfacing program
- Resolution 17-25: renew employee medical and prescription drug insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield via Ohio Benefits Cooperative
- New business discussion on Flock cameras for public safety
The Englewood City Council adopted Ordinance 25-04 to revise appropriations for fiscal year 2025. It approved four resolutions: Geoweb slope protection at Main and National Road, a joint electric street‑lighting price schedule, a 2025 street‑resurfacing contract with John R. Jurgensen Company, and renewal of an employee medical and prescription drug insurance program. The council also appointed Jeffrey Bankston to the Planning Commission and set a public workshop on the new strategic plan for May 27. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Ordinance 25-04 revising appropriations (7 yea votes)
- Approved Resolution 14-25 authorizing Geoweb slope protection project (7 yea votes)
- Approved Resolution 15-25 to negotiate joint electric street‑lighting pricing (7 yea votes)
- Approved Resolution 16-25 contracting 2025 street resurfacing with John R. Jurgensen Co. (7 yea votes)
- Approved Resolution 17-25 renewing employee health insurance agreement (7 yea votes)
- Appointed Jeffrey Bankston to the Planning Commission (7 yea votes)
- Scheduled public workshop on strategic plan for May 27 (7 yea votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and first readings for zoning amendments and a major modification for a property at 360 W. National Road. The body will also consider resolutions regarding tax incentives and water main and sidewalk projects.
- Public hearing and first reading for PC Case 25-03 (Extra Space Storage) at 360 W. National Road
- First reading of Bill 25-02 to amend C-2 Highway Commercial District zoning code regulations
- Resolution 11-25 regarding the 2024 annual review of the Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC)
- Resolution 12-25 for the Camborne Drive water main replacement project
- Resolution 13-25 to authorize a contract with Coate Construction for West National Road/Main Street ADA sidewalk improvements
The Englewood City Council adopted first‑reading ordinances for a zoning code amendment (Bill 25‑02) and a major S‑PUD modification at 360 W. National Road (Bill 25‑03). It also approved three resolutions: accepting the Tax Incentive Review Council recommendation, reimbursing the water‑main replacement fund for the Camborne Drive project, and authorizing a contract with Coate Construction for the West National Road/Main Street ADA sidewalk improvement. All motions passed with the recorded vote totals.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-02 (zoning code amendment) – first reading; vote: all 7 members yea
- Adopted Ordinance 25-03 (S‑PUD major modification at 360 W. National Rd.) – first reading; vote: 6 yea, 1 no (Rietman no)
- Approved Resolution 11-25 (accept TIRC recommendation); vote: all 7 members yea
- Approved Resolution 12-25 (reimburse water improvements fund for Camborne Drive water main replacement); vote: all 7 members yea
- Approved Resolution 13-25 (authorize contract with Coate Construction for West National Road/Main Street ADA sidewalk improvement); vote: all 7 members yea
- Approved addition of Bill 25-02 to agenda; vote: all 7 members yea
- Approved minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting as written
- Adjourned the meeting; vote: all 7 members yea
Planning Commission
The Englewood Administrative Board for Planning & Zoning Appeals holds public hearings on two items: a major modification application (tabled from March) to add storage buildings at 360 W. National Rd, and proposed amendments to Zoning Code Chapters 1262 and 1270. The board may vote on these items after hearing testimony.
- Major Modification Application 25-03 for additional storage buildings at 360 W. National Rd
- Zoning Code amendment public hearing on Chapter 1262 (Zoning District Regulations) and Chapter 1270 (Definitions)
The Englewood Planning Commission approved the March 2025 meeting minutes and moved a pending major‑modification application to the agenda. The commission then approved the major‑modification request for 360 W National Road, allowing three new self‑storage buildings. Finally, the board adopted a zoning‑code amendment that adds tobacco and vape stores to the C‑2 Highway Commercial district.
- Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Took Major Modification Application 25-03 from the table (4-0)
- Approved Major Modification Application 25-03 for 360 W National Rd (3-1)
- Approved Zoning Code Amendment 25-05 adding tobacco/vape stores to C‑2 district (4-0)
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on the Westbrook Meadows Subdivision Final Plan, then consider resolutions to conditionally approve the subdivision record plan and adopt the Montgomery County Solid Waste Management Plan. An ordinance adjusting pay grades for certain full-time positions for fiscal year 2025 is up for first reading. Additionally, a liquor permit hearing request for Meijer Gas at 92/0 N. Main Street will be discussed.
- Public hearing: Westbrook Meadows Subdivision Final Plan
- Ordinance 25-01 — amending pay grades for maximum full-time positions for FY2025 (first reading)
- Resolution 09-25 — approving Montgomery County Solid Waste Management Plan
- Resolution 10-25 — conditionally approving Westbrook Meadows, Section Four, subdivision record plan
- Liquor permit hearing request for Meijer Gas at 92/0 N. Main Street
The council conditionally approved the Westbrook Meadows, Section Four, subdivision record plan and adopted a pay grade amendment and solid waste management plan. A liquor permit request for Meijer Gas was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Ordinance 25-01 amending pay grades for FY2025 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 09-25 approving Montgomery County Solid Waste District plan (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 10-25 conditionally approving Westbrook Meadows Section Four record plan (6-0)
- Tabled liquor permit request for Meijer Gas at 920 N. Main Street (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Englewood Administrative Board for Planning & Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three applications: a final subdivision for Westbrook Meadows Section 4, a major modification for additional storage buildings at 360 W. National Rd, and a variance at 6976 Salem Ave. The board will also approve minutes and address old and new business.
- Final Subdivision Application 25-02: Westbrook Meadows Section 4
- Major Modification Application 25-03: 360 W. National Rd — additional storage buildings
- Variance Application 25-04: 6976 Salem Ave
- Swearing in of witnesses prior to public hearings
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
The Englewood Planning Commission approved the final subdivision application for Westbrook Meadows Section 4 (26 lots) and a variance for keeping horses and chickens at 6976 Salem Ave. The commission tabled a major modification request for additional self-storage buildings at 360 W. National Rd pending more information on unit location and height. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Final Subdivision Application 25-02: Westbrook Meadows Section 4 (5-0)
- Approved Variance Application 25-04: 6976 Salem Ave for horses and chickens (5-0)
- Tabled Major Modification Application 25-03: 360 W. National Rd expansion (5-0)
City Council
The Englewood City Council will consider several resolutions, including a contract with Coate Construction for the 2025 sidewalk, curb, and driveway replacement program, and a contract for new dispatch center workstations. The council will also vote on an agreement with the International Association of Firefighters and an amendment for material purchases to replace the Camborne Drive water main. Additionally, a presentation from Northmont City Schools on school funding and the May 6 levy is scheduled.
- Resolution 06-25: Establishing a geographic area and authorizing a contract with Coate Construction for the 2025 sidewalk, curb, and driveway replacement program
- Resolution 05-25: Authorizing a contract to purchase and install workstations for the Englewood Dispatch Center
- Resolution 07-25: Authorizing an agreement with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF)
- Resolution 08-25: Amending a prior resolution to authorize a contract with Coate Construction and material purchase for the Camborne Drive water main replacement
- Northmont City Schools presentation on school funding and the May 6 levy
The council approved four resolutions: authorizing a contract for dispatch center workstations, establishing a sidewalk/curb/driveway replacement program with Coate Construction, authorizing an agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, and amending a prior resolution for the Camborne water main replacement. All votes were unanimous. The council also heard a presentation on a school levy reduction plan and noted a Planning Commission recommendation against an Extra Space Storage expansion.
- Adopted Resolution 05-25 authorizing dispatch center workstation purchase/installation (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 06-25 approving 2025 sidewalk, curb, and drive approach replacement program with Coate Construction (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 07-25 authorizing agreement with International Association of Firefighters (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 08-25 amending Resolution 17-24 for Camborne water main replacement contract with Coate Construction (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for Major Modification Application 25-01 at 360 W. National Rd. The board will also administer the oath of office to new member Frances Clark and approve previous meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing for Major Modification Application 25-01 at 360 W. National Rd
- Oath of office for new board member Frances Clark
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
The Englewood Planning Commission denied Major Modification Application 25-01 by MSC Englewood LLC to add six self-storage buildings and other uses at 360 W. National Road. The motion failed unanimously (0-4) after a public hearing where residents opposed the plan. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Denied Major Modification Application 25-01 for 360 W. National Rd expansion (0-4)
- Approved November 2024 meeting minutes (3-0-1 abstention)
City Council
City Council will consider four resolutions. They include authorizing the purchase of new playground equipment for Jake Grossnickle Park, setting rates for government center meeting rooms, designating an area for a special neighborhood clean-up and garage sale on May 30! and May 315!, 2025, and authorizing replacement public safety dispatch radio consoles. The meeting begins with a 7:00 PM tour of the north wing.
- Resolution 01-25: authorize purchase of playground equipment for Jake Grossnickle Park from Gametime
- Resolution 02-25: approve government center meeting room rates
- Resolution 03-25: identify area for special neighborhood clean-up and garage sale, suspending casual sales permit requirement for May 30! and May 315!, 2025
- Resolution 04-25: authorize purchase, install, and program replacement public safety dispatch radio consoles
- Approval of minutes from December 10, 2024 meeting
The council unanimously approved four resolutions: purchasing new playground equipment for Jake Grossnickle Park, setting meeting room rates, designating a special neighborhood clean-up and garage sale area for May 30-31, 2025, and purchasing replacement public safety dispatch radio consoles. The city manager reported on ongoing projects, including the Camborne water main replacement and a demolition order at 5 S. Walnut Street. Mayor McGrail appointed Barbara Fisher to the Steering Committee after Jeffrey Blair's resignation.
- Adopted Resolution 01-25 authorizing purchase of playground equipment for Jake Grossnickle Park (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 02-25 approving Government Center meeting room rates (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 03-25 for special neighborhood clean-up and garage sale May 30-31, 2025, suspending casual sales permit requirement (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 04-25 authorizing purchase and installation of replacement public safety dispatch radio consoles (unanimous)
- Appointed Barbara Fisher to the Steering Committee (unanimous)