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Garfield Heights public meetings in 2024

33 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on 2024 final budget, 2025 appropriations, police radios, road repairs

Garfield Heights City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on December 9, 2024. The council will consider and vote on multiple ordinances, including final appropriations for the current fiscal year and appropriations for 2025, participation in NEORSD sewer programs, new fees for temporary storage bins, adjustments to point-of-sale inspection fees, a certificate of occupancy amendment, authorization for McCracken Road repairs, and the purchase of 28 police car radios.

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Mon Nov 25, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on non-union pay plan amendment and emergency declarations

Garfield Heights City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on November 25, 2024. Three ordinances are on the agenda, each declared an emergency: one amends the city's non-union pay plan, another authorizes applying for a body-worn camera grant from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services, and the third authorizes applying for a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant. The council will also handle routine matters such as minutes, committee reports, and citizen communications.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council considers purchase of 2025 Mack truck and sewer compliance agreement

The City Council will vote on several ordinances including equipment purchases and service agreements. The meeting includes a resolution to appoint a director for the Community Diversion Program.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council considers 6-month moratorium on smoke and vape shops

The Garfield Heights City Council is holding a caucus and regular meeting on October 28. Key legislation includes a proposed six-month moratorium on new smoke and vape establishments, an update to the Community Relations Committee ordinance, and a road reconstruction agreement with Cuyahoga County for McCracken Road. The meeting also covers standard procedural items.

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Wed Oct 23, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Legislation Committee to discuss vacant property and wetland rules

The Garfield Heights Legislation Committee will meet to discuss four specific legislative topics. The body will review proposed rules regarding property registration, environmental setbacks, and business operations.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on EMS rate increase, natural gas aggregation program, and ARPA grant

The Garfield Heights City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on October 15, 2024. Two ordinances on second reading would establish an opt-in natural gas aggregation program through NOPEC. Other ordinances would increase EMS rates, authorize an ARPA community grant application, lease a postage machine for municipal court, and purchase a 2025 Ford Explorer. Resolutions include recognizing Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness months and setting tax levies.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to consider opt-in natural gas aggregation program and several grant ordinances

The City Council will consider several ordinances at its regular meeting, including establishing an opt-in natural gas aggregation program through NOPEC (Ordinances 71-72). Other items include applying for a Bureau of Workers' Compensation firefighter safety equipment grant (Ordinance 55-2024), a DOJ Edward Byrne grant (Ordinance 69-2024), and an ordinance regarding interment of the dead (Ordinance 70-2024). An appropriation amendment for current fiscal year is also on the agenda (Ordinance 73-2024).

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Board of Control to review change order for Granger Road Hill Project

The Board of Control is meeting to discuss a change order related to Phase 2 of the Granger Road Hill Project.

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Wed Sep 18, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Variance request to widen driveway at 13708 Wolf Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a single case: a variance application from Krystal Castelluccio to widen a driveway beyond the 12-foot limit allowed under Garfield Heights code. The property is zoned U1-Single Family Use in Ward 6.

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Mon Sep 9, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on $50,300 building software contract, partly funded by $49,000 grant

The Garfield Heights City Council will consider two ordinances and one resolution at its September 9, 2024 regular meeting. The council will vote on applying for a state and federal cybersecurity grant (Ordinance 67-2024) and on a $50,300 contract with Citizenserve for new building department software, with $49,000 reimbursed through a First Suburbs Consortium grant (Ordinance 68-2024). A resolution supporting the replacement of the Cuyahoga County cigarette tax for arts and culture will also be discussed.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Zoning board to hear variance request for 13613 Eastwood Blvd

The Garfield Heights Zoning Board of Appeals will consider Case 2024-05, a variance request for a property at 13613 Eastwood Blvd (Parcel 545-32-111), owned by Ronell Spencer. The applicant seeks approval of a variance from ORC 1355.06, related to previous owner conditions. The property is zoned U1 (Single Family Use) in Ward 6. This item was tabled from the June 5, 2024 meeting.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Planning Commission to consider parcel consolidation on Cranwood Park Blvd.

The Garfield Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request from owners Andrea and Preston Reid to consolidate two adjacent parcels (PPN 546-21-005 and 546-21-058) at 14228 Cranwood Park Blvd. into a single lot. The property is zoned U1-Single Family. The consolidation would allow installation of a fence on the combined property.

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Mon Aug 12, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Charter amendment on I-480 traffic cameras to go to voters

The Garfield Heights City Council will consider multiple ordinances and resolutions at its August 12 meeting, including a charter amendment authorizing traffic cameras on I-480, a medical marijuana dispensary exemption, and several infrastructure and grant applications. The council will also vote on adjusting garbage collection fees and levying special assessments for garbage and lot maintenance. Additionally, resolutions honoring local individuals and reaffirming ties with the school district are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 13 ordinances, including I-480 camera ballot measure

The Garfield Heights City Council held a caucus and regular meeting on August 12, 2024, passing all 13 ordinances and 3 resolutions on the agenda. Key actions included placing a traffic camera ballot measure for I-480 on the November ballot, exempting a licensed medical marijuana dispensary from the moratorium, and approving garbage collection fee increases. The council also honored a student athlete and two young entrepreneurs with resolutions.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Variance request to widen driveway beyond 12 feet at 13208 Wolf Ave

The Garfield Heights Zoning Board of Appeals will hear a variance request from Krystal Castelluccio to widen a driveway at 13208 Wolf Ave beyond the 12-foot limit allowed by code. The property is zoned U1 Single Family in Ward 6. The board will decide whether to grant the variance based on practical difficulty peculiar to the property.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Zoning Board to consider driveway variance for 13208 Wolf Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a single variance request. The board is considering whether to allow a property owner to exceed the standard driveway width limit.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

City Council to discuss 6-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis

City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss five ordinances. Key items include a proposed pause on cannabis business licensing and a multi-street infrastructure project.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 6-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis licenses

At a special meeting on July 22, 2024, Garfield Heights City Council unanimously passed five ordinances, all by 7-0 votes. The most consequential was Ordinance 49-2024, imposing a six-month moratorium on licenses, permits, and certificates for adult-use cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution, or sale. The council also approved ordinances related to a water main easement for the Bridgeview Crossing project, a multi-street reconstruction and water line replacement project, an amendment to income tax receipt disbursement, and a grant application for safety equipment.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Board of Control to consider bids for Civic Center parking lot improvements

The Garfield Heights Board of Control is meeting to open or consider bids for the Civic Center Parking Lot Improvements project. No other items are on the agenda.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Garfield Heights Safety Committee meets July 22 to discuss speeding

The Garfield Heights Safety Committee will hold a public meeting on July 22, 2024, at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers. The sole topic of discussion is speeding in the city. No other items are on the agenda.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Notification of a Garfield Heights Finance Committee meeting for July 9, 2024

The Garfield Heights Finance Committee has scheduled a meeting for July 9, 2024, at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers. This notice is procedural and provides only the time and location for the meeting. No specific agenda items or topics were listed in the document.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council considers playground upgrades and several state and county grants

The Garfield Heights City Council is reviewing multiple ordinances regarding local infrastructure and public safety. These items include accepting various crime reduction and technology grants, as well as authorizing contracts for park equipment and fire station repairs. The council also plans to renew a community service work crew agreement.

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Wed May 15, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Planning Commission to consider sober living home and parcel consolidation

The Garfield Heights Planning Commission will meet on May 15, 2024, to consider two applications. The first is a request for approval of a Sober Living Home at 4963 East 141st Street, which was tabled from the May 1 meeting. The second is a request to consolidate two parcels at 4884 Edgepark Drive. Both items are up for discussion and decision at this meeting.

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Mon May 13, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on police and fire salary updates, ODOT salt purchase, and 911 plan

The Garfield Heights City Council is meeting to consider several emergency ordinances and resolutions. Key items include updating police and fire department salaries for 2024, authorizing participation in an ODOT rock salt purchasing agreement, approving a temporary easement for culvert rehabilitation, and approving the Cuyahoga County 911 plan. The council will also honor Marcia Fudge and recognize Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Thu May 9, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Safety Committee to hear police, fire updates and parking zone discussion

The Garfield Heights Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates from the Fire and Police Departments and to discuss Resolution 18-2021, which would establish a No Parking/Tow Away Zone on Vernon Avenue between Turney and E. 110th St from 10pm to 6am. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

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Thu May 2, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Safety Committee to hear police, fire updates and parking zone resolution

The Garfield Heights Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates from the Fire and Police Departments and to discuss Resolution 18-2021, which would establish a no-parking/tow-away zone on Vernon Avenue between Turney and E. 110th St from 10pm to 6am. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on sewer projects, road bonds, and design contracts

The Garfield Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 22, 2024, with a caucus at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes multiple emergency ordinances authorizing sewer projects, road improvement bonds, and professional service agreements. Several items are second readings or emergency measures, indicating they may be voted on at this meeting.

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Mon Mar 25, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on sewer catch basin program, nepotism rule, rec center fees

Garfield Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 25, 2024, with a caucus at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes three ordinances: one authorizing the mayor to participate in NEORSD programs for catch basin reconstruction, one amending the nepotism section of the city code, and one amending fees at the Dan Kostel Recreation Center. The meeting will also cover routine items like minutes, committee reports, and citizen comments.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to consider Women's History Month resolution and summer meeting schedule

The Garfield Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting with a caucus at 6:30 p.m. and the formal session at 7:00 p.m. on March 11, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes, committee reports, and citizen comments, plus two resolutions: one recognizing March as National Women's History Month and March 8 as International Women's Day, and another to reduce council meetings to one per month during May through August 2024.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on cleaning expansion, leaf machines, property sale

The Garfield Heights City Council is meeting to consider three ordinances: expanding cleaning services at the Civic Center, purchasing two leaf pick-up machines, and authorizing the sale of surplus municipal property. The agenda also includes standard items like minutes, committee reports, and citizen comments.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council discusses traffic signal rebuilds and sewer separation projects

The Garfield Heights City Council is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include infrastructure projects for traffic signals and sewer separation, as well as grant applications for recycling and fire department equipment.

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Wed Feb 7, 2024

Planning / Zoning Agendas

Planning Commission to review family home request at 4713 Birchwood Road

The Garfield Heights Planning Commission will meet on February 7, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 5407 Turney Road. The sole item on the agenda is a request by property owner Aari Management LLC, represented by Reanna White, for approval to build a family home at 4713 Birchwood Road. The parcel is zoned U-2 Two Family Use and is in Ward 3.

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Wed Jan 31, 2024

Committee & Board Meeting Agendas

Garfield Heights Finance Committee meeting scheduled for January 31

The Finance Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at 6:30 pm. The meeting is scheduled to take place in the Council Chambers at the Garfield Heights Civic Center. No specific agenda items or topics for discussion were listed in the notification.

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Mon Jan 22, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to consider property disposal, grant applications

Garfield Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 22, 2024, with a caucus at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, committee reports, and citizen comments, plus three specific legislative items: an ordinance to dispose of unneeded municipal property, an emergency ordinance to apply for an Ohio EPA chloride reduction grant, and an emergency resolution to apply for a 2024 Community Planning Grant for the master plan.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

City Council Agendas / Approved Minutes

Council to vote on 2024 purchasing, stormwater, and law director appointment

The Garfield Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 8, 2024, with a caucus at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes several emergency ordinances and resolutions, including authorizing advertising for proposals for materials and services, setting blanket certificate limits, renewing a stormwater pollution prevention agreement, and ratifying the appointment of Milko Cecez as Director of Law. The meeting also includes standard items like minutes, committee reports, and citizen comments.

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