Harrison public meetings in 2022
28 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Harrison Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance to allow businesses in the Downtown Revitalization District to stay open until 1 a.m. on December 30 and 31, 2022. The board will also vote to dismiss a previously tabled case regarding a Culver's high-rise sign. A case on reduced home sizes has been rescheduled to January 24, 2023.
- Case 1525: Request to extend DRD business hours from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Dec 30-31, 2022 for New Year's weekend
- Case #1306: Culver's high-rise sign — motion to remove from table and dismiss
- Tabled Case #1418: Mike Perleberg reduced home sizes rescheduled to January 24, 2023
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a one-time exception to extend business hours in the DRD from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. for December 30 and 31, 2022. The board also dismissed a withdrawn case regarding a Culver's high-rise sign.
- Approved extension of DRD business hours to 1 a.m. for Dec 30 and Dec 31, 2022 (5-0)
- Dismissed Case #1306 regarding Culver’s high-rise sign (5-0)
- Approved minutes from September 27, 2022 (5-0)
City Council
The council will vote on updating the holiday schedule to include a full day on Christmas Eve for full-time non-union employees. They will also discuss and set a public hearing for planning commission-approved zoning changes covering map changes, landscape regulations, DRD hours, and General Business District B automotive uses.
- Vote to add full Christmas Eve day to holiday schedule for full-time non-organized employees
- Discuss and set public hearing for zoning map changes
- Discuss and set public hearing for landscape regulation changes
- Discuss and set public hearing for DRD hours and General Business District B automotive use changes
- Police Department donation presentation from Super 8 Hotel
Council scheduled a public hearing for January 17, 2023, to discuss zoning map changes and landscape regulations. The council also amended the holiday schedule for full-time non-organized city employees.
- Approved Council Meeting minutes and Executive Session summary from December 6, 2022 (All-yea)
- Approved amendment to Holiday Schedule to include a full day on Christmas Eve for Full-Time Non-Organized employees (All-yea)
- Set Public Hearing for January 17, 2023, regarding Zoning Map Changes, Landscape Regulations, DRD Hours and General Business District B Automotive Use Changes (All-yea)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve updates to the Harrison Zoning Map and Sections 1167 and 1143 of the Zoning Regulations. These changes include modifications to landscape regulations, business hours in the DRD, and automotive uses in the General Business District B. The recommendations included modifications discussed during the public hearing.
- Approved minutes from August 9, 2022 meeting (3-0)
- Recommended approval to City Council for updated zoning map (3-0)
- Recommended approval to City Council for Section 1167 Landscape Regulations changes (3-0)
- Recommended approval to City Council for Section 1143.07 DRD Business Hours changes (3-0)
- Recommended approval to City Council for Section 1143.06 General Business District B Automotive Uses changes (3-0)
City Council
The Harrison City Council will vote on the 2023 budget and final appropriations for the 2022 budget. They will also consider an ordinance to add a penalty provision to a city code section and a date change for the July 4, 2023 council meeting.
- Vote on ordinance to authorize final appropriations for the 2022 budget
- Vote on ordinance to approve the 2023 budget
- Vote on tabled ordinance to amend Section 505.15 to include a penalty provision
- Vote to change the July 4, 2023 Council Meeting Date
City Council approved ordinances for 2023 expenditures and fund appropriations. The council also passed an amendment to the city code to include a penalty provision. Additionally, the date for the first July 2023 meeting was rescheduled.
- Approved Ordinance #23-22 to amend Section 505.15 of the Harrison Codified Ordinances to include a Penalty Provision (6-1)
- Approved Ordinance #24-22 amending the amount appropriated to various funds (All-yea)
- Approved Ordinance #25-22 making appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures for Jan 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023 (All-yea)
- Approved changing the first July 2023 meeting date to Wednesday, July 5 at 7:30 pm (All-yea)
- Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (All-yea)
City Council
The Harrison City Council will vote on two ordinances: one adding a penalty provision to the codified ordinances, and another levying a special assessment of $225 for nuisance abatement at 411 Park Avenue. The meeting also includes a solid waste plan update from Hamilton County R3Source and a donation presentation from the American Legion.
- Vote on ordinance to amend Section 505.15 to include a penalty provision
- Vote on special assessment of $225 for nuisance abatement at 411 Park Avenue
- Solid waste plan update from Hamilton County R3Source
- American Legion donation presentation
City Council approved a special assessment for nuisance abatement at one property. The council also voted to table an ordinance regarding a penalty provision for Section 505.15 of the Harrison Codified Ordinances.
- Approved Ordinance #22-22 to levy a $225 special assessment for nuisance abatement at 411 Park Avenue (All-yea)
- Tabled vote on Ordinance to Amend Section 505.15 of the Harrison Codified Ordinances to include a Penalty Provision (All-yea)
- Approved Council Meeting minutes from November 1, 2022 (All-yea)
Civil Service Commission
The commission did not have enough members present to conduct a formal meeting. The record notes the completion of the Police Promotion Exam for Detective and a review of Lateral Transfer Criteria.
- Police Promotion Exam for Detective administered by Retired Fire Chief Bill Kramer
- Lateral Transfer Criteria reviewed by Gerald Branditz
City Council
The council will vote on a resolution to indicate services are available for a proposed annexation from Harrison Township (Weisbrodt Trust) and consent to it. They will also vote on an ordinance amending appropriations to various funds and closing unused funds. The meeting includes a library update and standard reports.
- Vote on resolution for proposed annexation from Harrison Township (Weisbrodt Trust)
- Vote on ordinance amending appropriations to various funds and closing unused funds
- Harrison Branch Library update
Council approved a resolution to consent to the annexation of the Weisbrodt Trust from Harrison Township. An ordinance was also passed to amend fund appropriations, make budget transfers, and close unused funds.
- Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (All-yea)
- Approved Resolution #10-22 to consent to annexation of Weisbrodt Trust from Harrison Township (All-yea)
- Approved Ordinance #21-22 to amend fund appropriations, make budget transfers, and close unused funds (All-yea)
City Council
The Harrison City Council will consider an ordinance to levy a special assessment for nuisance abatement and unsafe condition removal at 411 Park Avenue, with a total cost of $225. The meeting also includes a police promotion swearing-in, a Chamber of Commerce update, and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Vote on ordinance to levy special assessment for nuisance abatement at 411 Park Avenue ($225)
- Swearing in of police promotion for Tara Duganiero
- Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce update and Member of the Month recognition
- American Legion Post 800 donation
- Recreation Community Center improvements update
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to accept budget commission rates and authorize necessary tax levies for certification to the County Auditor. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new police officers and a sergeant promotion.
- Resolution to authorize tax levies and accept Budget Commission rates
- Swearing in of Police Officers Thomas Canada and Mark Wise
- Swearing in of Sergeant Chris MacMurdo
- Harrison Branch Library update
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board will consider two variance requests regarding business signage and residential building dimensions. Applicants include Meyer Food Management and Shaker Point Apt.
- Case 1306: Variance request for a high rise sign, four wall signs, and an oversize ground sign in a B-Business district
- Case 1418: Variance request to allow a home size of no less than 394 Sq Ft. in an R-4 zoning district
City Council
The City Council will vote on an ordinance regarding a Harrison Avenue improvement agreement with the Hamilton County Commissioners. The council will also consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission programs.
- Ordinance for Harrison Avenue improvement agreement with Hamilton County Commissioners
- Resolution authorizing application for Ohio Publics Works Commission programs
- Discussion regarding district hours extension by Elizabeth Janszen
City Council
The City Council will vote on resolutions regarding the rehabilitation of Harrison Avenue and a construction contract for Park Avenue improvements. The meeting also includes a conceptual plan presentation for Shaker Point Village.
- Vote on Resolution for Harrison Avenue Rehabilitation
- Vote on Resolution to award contract for Park Avenue Improvements
- Conceptual Plan presentation for Shaker Point Village PUD
City Council
The City Council will consider the annexation of Kerr’s Carolina Trace Property from Harrison Township. Members will also vote on a revised investment policy and fund appropriation amendments.
- Annexation of Kerr’s Carolina Trace Property from Harrison Township
- Revised Investment Policy for the City of Harrison
- Nuisance abatement assessment for 1403 Stone Dr. ($900)
- Nuisance abatement assessment for 10558 Harrison Ave. ($900)
- Nuisance abatement assessments for 117 Deerfield ($510), 134 Whippoorwill Dr. ($510), and 411 Park Ave. ($225)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider Case 1479 regarding a zoning request. The applicant seeks to allow a four-foot high fence within the front yard setback, which is not permitted in an R-1 zoning district.
- Case 1479: Zoning request for a four-foot high fence within the front yard setback at 1479 Deters
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the annexation of the Kerr Property on Carolina Trace from Harrison Township. The body will also review minutes from the July 5, 2022 meeting.
- Proposed annexation of Kerr Property on Carolina Trace from Harrison Township
City Council
The Harrison City Council will vote on two ordinances regarding road usage and vehicle parking. The body will also recognize a retirement and receive an update from the Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce.
- Vote on vacation of a portion of Blackburn Road
- Vote on ordinance to regulate motor vehicle parking in front of churches or funeral homes
- Retirement recognition for Peggy Fitzgerald
City Council
The City Council will vote on preliminary and final plans for the Trailhead Development on Edgewood Road. Other business includes appointing RITA delegates, setting a public hearing for the annual tax budget, and amending fund appropriations.
- Trailhead Development PUD Preliminary Plan (Edgewood Road)
- Trailhead Development PUD Final Plan (Edgewood Road)
- Appointment of Kim Downey and Ryan Samuels as RITA delegates
- Public Hearing for the Annual Tax Budget
- Resolution to vacate a portion of Blackburn Avenue
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board will consider two zoning variance requests. These include a request for reduced front and rear yard setbacks on a pie-shaped lot and a request to allow a four-foot high fence within the front yard setback.
- Case 1111: Variance for reduced front and rear yard setbacks in an R-3 district
- Case 1154: Request for a 4-foot high fence within the front yard setback in an R-1 district
City Council
The City Council will vote on ordinance amendments to Chapter 11 of the Harrison Codified Ordinances and adjustments to various city funds. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a zoning change for Edgewood Road.
- Public Hearing: Zoning Change/PUD - Edgewood Road
- Informal presentation: PUD Conceptual Plan for residential development on Carolina Trace (Kerr Farm)
- Vote on ordinance to amend Chapter 11 of the Harrison Codified Ordinances
- Vote on ordinance amending amounts appropriated to various funds
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding zoning changes and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) overlay at the Edgewood Road property. Following the hearing, council members will vote on legislation related to these zoning changes.
- Public Hearing for Zoning Changes and PUD Overlay at Edgewood Road Property
- Vote on Legislation for Zoning Changes
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend appropriated amounts for various city funds. The meeting also includes a vote on setting a public hearing regarding changes to zoning regulations and a vote to approve the purchase of a city vehicle.
- Vote to set a public hearing for April 19th regarding changes to zoning regulations
- Ordinance to amend amounts appropriated to various City of Harrison funds
- Ordinance to approve and execute the purchase of a city vehicle
- Check presentation from FCN Bank to the Recreation Commission
City Council
City Council will consider votes on amending fund appropriations and purchasing a city vehicle. The body will also vote on setting a public hearing for zoning regulation changes.
- Vote to set April 19th public hearing for zoning regulation changes
- Vote on ordinance to amend appropriations for city funds
- Vote on ordinance to purchase a city vehicle
City Council
The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The council will review minutes from February 15, 2021, and receive reports from the Mayor, Law Director, and Council Members.
- Approval of February 15, 2021 meeting minutes
- Recognition of State Champion Harrison High School Girls Wrestling Team
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board is reviewing a zoning request for Case 1610 regarding an iron fence. The applicant seeks to allow a four-foot high iron fence within the front yard setback in an R-4 zoning district.
- Case 1610: Zoning request for a 4-foot high iron fence within the front yard setback
City Council
The City Council will conduct a business session and review the minutes from the February 1, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes an update from the Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce.
- Approval of February 1, 2022, Council Meeting Minutes
- Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce Update
City Council
The meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The agenda includes a DART Award presentation for Detective Corporal MacMurdo.
- DART Award Presentation to Detective Corporal MacMurdo
City Council
The City Council will vote on a resolution regarding an Enterprise Zone Agreement for JTM Provisions Company, Inc. Members will also vote on an ordinance to amend the amount appropriated to various city funds.
- Vote on Enterprise Zone Agreement between Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners and JTM Provisions Company, Inc.
- Vote on ordinance amending appropriations for various city funds
City Council
The City Council is meeting to handle organizational tasks for the 2022 term. The body will elect a Vice Mayor and approve committee and board appointments.
- Election of the 2022 Vice Mayor
- Approval of 2022 Council Committee Assignments
- Approval of 2022 Board and Commission Appointments