Fairport Harbor public meetings in 2025
16 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2025 12 16 Council
The Fairport Harbor Village Council will vote on the 2025 and 2026 permanent appropriations, setting the village’s budget for the current and next fiscal years. The meeting also includes grant authorizations for coastal management, a state forestry grant, and several ordinance actions, including a tabled amendment to C‑2 zoning restrictions and a read‑only noise‑control amendment. Additional items are the adoption of a park‑regulation amendment and the appointment of new fire and police personnel.
- Resolution 2025-127 – Adopt 2025 permanent appropriations
- Resolution 2025-128 – Adopt 2026 permanent appropriations
- Resolution 2025-129 – Authorize Coastal Management Assistance Grant
- Ordinance 2025-44 – Amend Village Code 1121.07, Restrictions in C‑2 Zoning (tabled)
- Ordinance 2025-106 – Amend Chapter 511 – Noise Control (read)
FHPD Report 2025 12
The council will hear the Fairport Harbor Police Department monthly report for December 2025. The report provides call‑for‑service totals, the status of patrol vehicles, recent training completions, and two personnel promotions. No actions or votes are required; the meeting is informational.
- Total calls for service in November 2025: 500
- Fleet status: Units 780, 781, 782, 783, 787, 788 in service; Unit 789 limited; Unit xxx pending auction
- Promotion of Officer Tyler Varsey to the department’s first Corporal
- Appointment of Donald “Ryan” Smith as a full‑time patrol officer
- Harbor Holidays 2025 community event served 37 children and 45 adults
Administrator Report 2025 12
The Administrator provided updates on several grant applications for water system improvements and park facilities. The report also details upcoming infrastructure projects, including a water main replacement on Fourth Street and a lead service line inventory.
- Received $100,000 ODNR Urban Forestry Grant for a management plan and 40 new trees
- Requested $20,000 OEPA reimbursement for water audit and $27,000 for an East Street Water Tower generator
- Proposed Fourth Street storm, sanitary, and water main improvements with construction in summer 2026
- Requested ~$8,000 Recycle Ohio Grant for a bottle filler at Veterans Memorial Park and six recycling bins
- Lead service line inventory to begin 'potholing' approximately 20% of lines in February-March 2026
2025 11 24 Council
The Village Council will discuss establishing a Community Reinvestment Area to encourage development through real property tax exemptions for residential and commercial projects. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding employee compensation, contracts, and insurance.
- Ordinance 2025-96: Establishing Chapter 159, Community Reinvestment Area
- Ordinance 2025-97: Amending on-street parking rules during snow
- Resolution 2025-122: Emergency Medical Services transportation rate change
- Resolution 2025-121: 2026 Property and Casualty Insurance
- Resolution 2025-118: Central Dispatch Contract
2025 11 18 Council
The Fairport Harbor Village Council will discuss and vote on a series of resolutions and ordinances at its November 18, 2025 meeting. Items include a Central Dispatch Contract, surplus property disposition, volunteer firefighter fund appointments, and 2026 property and casualty insurance. Several ordinances will be read, covering community reinvestment, on‑street parking during snow, noise control, and park regulations.
- Resolution 2025-118: Central Dispatch Contract
- Resolution 2025-119: Surplus Property
- Resolution 2025-120: Volunteer Firefighters Dependency Fund Appointments
- Ordinance 2025-96: Establishing Community Reinvestment Area (Chapter 159)
- Ordinance 2025-106: Amending Noise Control (Chapter 511)
Administrator Report 2025 11
The Administrator will brief the Mayor and Council on ongoing projects and grant applications. Topics include park improvements, water infrastructure studies, and a newly awarded $100,000 urban forestry grant. The report also covers lead service line inventory work and upcoming cybersecurity compliance. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for informational updates.
- $100,000 Ohio Urban Forestry grant for tree planting and forest management plan (2026‑2027)
- $20,000 reimbursement request to OEPA for water loss audit and control program
- $8,000 request to Recycle Ohio grant for a bottle filler and six recycling bins
- $30,000 local match from West Creek Conservancy for Prospect Street Bluff geotechnical study
- Lead service line inventory partnership with Arcadis, fully funded by OEPA (no village cost)
Summer 2025 Issue
The Fairport Harbor newsletter informs residents about upcoming summer events and community programs. It announces a new $50 street‑tree rebate for eligible homeowners and a $60,000 Ohio Development grant to update the village Comprehensive Plan. It also notes the demolition of the Orchard Street Water Tower, a new entrance to Orchard Street Park, and the Tree Commission’s effort to re‑apply for Tree City USA designation.
- $50 rebate for planting an approved street tree per household each year
- $60,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Development for Comprehensive Plan update
- Demolition of the Orchard Street Water Tower
- Installation of a new entrance to Orchard Street Park
- Tree Commission will apply for renewed Tree City USA designation
Administrator Report 2025 10
The council will receive updates on park projects, water infrastructure, insurance options, and upcoming grant applications. Topics include moving park reservations online, a stormwater catch basin at Orchard Street Park, a water loss audit funded by a $20,000 OEPA grant, and compliance with new state cybersecurity rules. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Request for ~$8,000 Recycle Ohio grant to purchase a bottle filler and six recycling bins for Veterans Memorial Park and downtown.
- OEPA grant for a water loss audit and control program with an estimated total cost of $20,000, wrapping up this month.
- New Fourth Street Storm and Sanitary Improvements project will include a water main replacement; bid anticipated in winter 2025, construction slated for spring/summer 2026.
- Lead Service Line Inventory assistance partnered with Arcadis, fully funded by OEPA with no cost to the Village.
- Prospect Street Bluff geotechnical study funded by a $30,000 local match from West Creek Conservancy as part of an ODNR Coastal Management Assistance Grant.
2025 10 21 Council
The Fairport Harbor Council will meet to discuss several new ordinances and a property purchase in executive session. The body is also appointing a new full-time fire lieutenant.
- Resolution 2025-103: Appointing Hunter Garisek as Full-Time Fire Lieutenant at $24.41 per hour
- Ordinance 2025-96: Establishing Chapter 159, Community Reinvestment Area
- Ordinance 2025-106: Amending Chapter 511 regarding noise control
- Ordinance 2025-107: Amending Chapter 935 regarding park regulations
- Executive Session: Consideration of property purchase for public purposes
2025 10 07
The Fairport Harbor Village Council will confirm the appointment of Donald Ryan Smith as a Police Officer Cadet (Class C Auxiliary) at $21 per hour and Adam M. Drugovich as a Special Police Officer at $21 per hour. Both appointments are for a twelve‑month probationary period and are declared emergencies to address police staffing. The Council will also adopt a resolution establishing Trick‑or‑Treat hours on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All actions are to take effect immediately upon adoption.
- Appointment of Donald Ryan Smith as Police Officer Cadet (Class C Auxiliary) at $21.00 per hour
- Appointment of Adam M. Drugovich as Special Police Officer at $21.00 per hour
- Establishment of Trick‑or‑Treat hours on Friday, Oct 31 2025, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Administrator Report 2025 09
The Administrator's report outlines ongoing infrastructure projects, insurance renewals, and a search for cost-effective public safety dispatch services. The body is reviewing a water rate study and preparing for new state cybersecurity mandates.
- Search for dispatch alternatives to avoid LCCC costs rising from $100,890 in 2026 to $195,936 by 2030
- $20,000 OEPA grant for water audit and water loss control program
- New cleaning contract with Busy Bee Custom Cleaning: $425 deep clean and $180 per maintenance visit
- Saint Clair Street Bridge closed for repairs by Lake County Engineer’s Office
- Proposed water main replacement to be added to 2026 Fourth Street Storm and Sanitary Improvements
2025 09 16 Council
Village Council will discuss repealing chapters of the village code related to sanitary sewer services, the Recreation Council, and the Director of Utilities and Public Services. The body is also considering establishing a Community Reinvestment Area and appointing two firefighters.
- Resolution 2025-90: Appointing Simon Hanks as Full-Time Firefighter B at $20.34 per hour
- Resolution 2025-91: Appointing Geoffry Turchon as Part-Time Firefighter 1 at $20.00 per hour
- Ordinance 2025-96: Establishing Chapter 159 - Community Reinvestment Area
- Ordinance 2025-93, 94, 95: Repealing chapters on Sanitary Sewer Services, Recreation Council, and Director of Utilities and Public Services
- Resolution 2025-100: Authorizing application for OPWC Round 40 Funding
2025 081 Honoring 9 11 Victims and First Responders
The Village of Fairport Harbor is issuing Commendation No. 2025-81. This action honors the victims and first responders of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
- Commendation No. 2025-81 honoring 9/11 victims and first responders
2025 094 Repealing Chapter 149, Recreation Council
The Village Council is considering Ordinance No. 2025-94 to repeal Chapter 149 of the Village Code. This action would formally dissolve the Recreation Council because the body has been inactive and its functions are now handled by other committees.
- Ordinance No. 2025-94 to repeal Chapter 149 (Recreation Council)
FHPD Report 2025 09
The Fairport Harbor Police Department reported 623 calls for service from August 2025 and provided a status update on fleet vehicles. The department is evaluating new dispatching service options due to rising costs with the current Lake County Central Communications contract.
- 623 total calls for service reported for August 2025
- Unit 788 (2014 Interceptor) designated as Chief's vehicle
- Unit xxx (2011 Charger) marked as pending auction
- Operation Safe Transport scheduled for September 8-12
- 2025 Fall/Winter Police Forum set for October 7 at Senior Center
2025 091 Hiring Geoff Turchon (Fire)
The Fairport Harbor Village Council approved the appointment of Geoff Turchon as a Firefighter 1. The appointment includes a six-month probationary period and an hourly wage of $20.00, effective September 16, 2025.
- Appoints Geoff Turchon as Firefighter 1
- Sets hourly wage at $20.00
- Six-month probationary period
- Emergency measure for Fire Department staffing