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Highland Heights public meetings in 2025

115 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Commissioners to sign firefighter eligibility list

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review part-time hourly reports. The body will also sign the eligibility list for the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter entrance exam.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to discuss massage parlor ordinance update

The City Council will meet to review an update to the massage parlor ordinance. The session also includes the approval of minutes from the November 25, 2025, meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the November 25 meeting minutes

The council voted to approve the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with all ayes and two abstentions. The council then adjourned the meeting at 7:25 p.m. with a unanimous aye vote.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

City Council

City Council to discuss ambulance billing and sign ordinances

The Legislative & Finance Committee will meet to discuss updates to city ordinances and service rates. The session includes reviews of signage and massage parlor regulations.

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✓ Decided: Council meeting recorded no formal decisions

The minutes list attendance and several discussion topics, but they do not record any approved, denied, or tabled actions, nor any vote tallies. No substantive decisions were documented.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

City Council

Council to consider issuing $1.5 million in notes for street improvements

The Highland Heights City Council will vote on several appointments and reappointments, and will hold first readings of multiple ordinances. These include appropriations for the 2025 and 2026 fiscal years, an amendment to interest‑on‑deposits rules, and the issuance of notes totaling over $4 million for street, road, sidewalk and community‑center projects. All items are presented as first readings and will be debated before any final action.

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✓ Decided: Council confirms James Smith as Finance Director

The council approved adding Proposed Resolution 49‑2025 and Ordinances 40‑2025 and 41‑2025 to the agenda. It unanimously confirmed James Smith as the new Finance Director and reappointed Brian Mader as City Engineer and David Ianiro as Recreation Director for 2026. The council also voted to suspend further readings of Resolutions 48‑2025 and 49‑2025 and of Ordinances 33‑2025 through 41‑2025. Finally, Proposed Resolution 48‑2025, which cancels a scheduled council meeting, was adopted.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning commission to approve 2026 meeting schedule

The Highland Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 24, 2025, and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule. No public hearings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the 2026 Planning and Zoning meeting schedule

The commission unanimously accepted the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the 2026 Planning and Zoning meeting schedule. The commission announced it will not meet on December 22 for winter recess. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

City Council

City Council will discuss a Noise Abatement Committee item

The Highland Heights City Council will meet on November 25, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the November 11 minutes, items labeled Note for Capital and Note Repayment, a discussion by the Noise Abatement Committee, and miscellaneous items. No further details are provided in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The council voted to approve the minutes from the November 11 meeting, with all members in favor. They then voted to adjourn the November 25 session at 7:35 p.m., also unanimously. No other actions were formally decided during this meeting.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

City Council

Council votes to continue Avion Parkway/Eighth Day Sound CRA and related tax incentives

The Highland Heights City Council will consider a motion to adopt the Tax Incentive Review Committee's recommendation to continue the Avion Parkway/Eighth Day Sound CRA, Brainard Crossings CRA, and the Aberdeen Municipal Public Improvement TIF program. The meeting also includes first readings of three resolutions authorizing new health, life, and dental insurance agreements for city employees, as well as a transfer ordinance. Finally, a motion will be taken to move into executive session to discuss personnel and contractual matters.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved the November 11 meeting minutes

Council members approved the minutes from the November 11, 2025 meeting with a motion carried unanimously. The meeting included reports from the fire, police, service, building, and finance departments, as well as updates from the mayor and various committees. No other motions or votes were recorded as decided during this session.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

City Council

Council discusses signal overrides and pedestrian safety beacons

The Safety Service Committee is reviewing the priority of intersections for signal overrides and discussing the installation of pedestrian safety beacons. The body is evaluating costs and budget placement for these safety improvements.

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✓ Decided: Council approved prior minutes and planned RRFB pedestrian safety upgrades

The Safety Service Committee approved the minutes from the 2025‑10‑28 meeting. A consensus was reached to fund rectangular rapid flashing beacons on Highland Rd at Pinehurst, with an estimated cost of $35‑40 k, and to include this in the 2026 budget. The committee will obtain quotes for a traveling flashing stop sign and will send updated ambulance and inspection fee costs to L&F for review. Coordination to share a $40 k price quote for the Lander/Wilson Mills intersection with Mayfield Village was also approved.

Mon Nov 24, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to discuss long-range ideas

The commission will meet to approve minutes from October 13, 2025. The session includes a general discussion regarding longer-range Planning and Zoning ideas.

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✓ Decided: Commission accepted prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on October 13, 2025, with four votes in favor and one abstention. It also approved the minutes of the public hearing for Jodi Consolo from the same date, with the same vote tally. Finally, the commission unanimously voted to adjourn the November 24, 2025 meeting.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to vote on meeting minutes and review reports

The Highland Heights Civil Service Commission will consider approval of the minutes from its October 22, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will review part‑time hourly reports and receive an update on the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter entrance exam, which had a written test on September 30, 2025. Any new business will be addressed before adjournment.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss ambulance fees and a new pool ordinance

The City Council will hold a post‑election discussion and consider a note due in February. It will also review proposed ambulance fees and a new pool ordinance. Miscellaneous items will be addressed before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council decides to pursue an additional $1.5 million borrowing for capital projects

The council approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting (ayes all, two abstentions). A poll indicated support for borrowing $1.5 million, and the finance director will draft a resolution for that amount. The pool ordinance was tabled for further review.

Tue Nov 11, 2025

City Council

Council to approve $249,592.98 payment to Ohio Treasury for 2018 tax refund

The Highland Heights City Council will conduct first readings of several proposed resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a $249,592.98 payment to the Ohio Treasury to satisfy a tax deficiency from a 2018 net profit tax estimate, and a $27,645.77 payment to Cuyahoga County Public Works for the Wilson Mills Road resurfacing project. Additional items include a request for tax levy advances, a return of FEMA fire assistance funds, appropriation of funds for FY 2026, and the creation of a Safety Services Fund, all declared emergencies. The meeting also includes routine reports and a motion to enter executive session for personnel and contractual matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $249,592.98 payment to Ohio Treasurer to settle tax deficiency

The council adopted several resolutions, including authorizing the Finance Director to pay $249,592.98 to the Ohio Treasurer to satisfy a tax deficiency. It also approved a $27,645.77 payment to Cuyahoga County Public Works for the Wilson Mills road resurfacing invoice, repealed a prior tax‑rate resolution, accepted new tax levy amounts, and authorized an advance of tax levy proceeds. An ordinance was enacted to return an advance from the FEMA Fire Assistance Fund to the General Fund. A motion to suspend further readings of multiple resolutions and ordinances was carried.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning meeting canceled; no business scheduled

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025 was canceled because there was no business to consider. The next meeting is set for November 24, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber. Hearing requests must be filed with the Building Department by November 19, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (Building Department hours are Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.).

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission meeting canceled, no business considered

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025 was canceled because there was no business to consider. No decisions, approvals, or denials were made. The next meeting is set for November 24, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, with hearing requests due by November 19, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Architectural Review Board

✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approved revised solar panel plans

The board asked that the 61 solar panels be removed from the front of the house. Revised plans submitted on 12/3/2025 removed the front panels and reduced the total to 43 panels. The board approved the revised drawings. The meeting adjourned at 1:50 pm.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council committee meeting held; no substantive decisions made

The Highland Heights City Council Committee met on October 28, 2025. The minutes record that no new items were discussed and no decisions were made. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to meet October 28, 2025

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and standard reports. No specific legislative items or new business are listed for decision.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $31,500 emergency payment to Online Solutions (CitizenServe)

The council approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting, with all ayes and two abstentions. A motion to add Resolution 39‑2025 authorizing a $31,500 payment to Online Solutions, reimbursed by Cuyahoga County, was carried unanimously. The council then voted to suspend the second and third readings of that resolution, also unanimously.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

City Council

Discuss pedestrian safety beacons at Highland Rd & Pinehurst

The Safety Service Committee will approve the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It will discuss a signal over‑ride at the Bishop and Golfview intersection. The board will consider installing Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons at Highland Road and Pinehurst, including cost estimates, study options and a possible FHWA‑SA‑21‑053 grant. An EV charging project for the Community Center will also be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves May 2025 meeting minutes

The Safety Service Committee approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed the signal over‑ride at Bishop/Golfview, pedestrian safety improvements on Highland Rd at Pinehurst, and EV charging at the community center, but no actions were taken. They also talked about flashing stop signs and a gate dispute at Maypine on Longspur, with the mayor offering to host a follow‑up meeting with the HOAs.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting cancelled, no business considered

The Highland Heights Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for October 27, 2025 was canceled because there is no business to consider. No agenda items were presented. The next meeting is set for November 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber. Hearing requests must be filed with the Building Department by November 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission meeting canceled, no decisions made

The October 27, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was canceled because there was no business to consider. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The next meeting is set for November 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review signage and home additions

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review two specific property requests. The board is considering a signage request and a residential addition project.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 20% tint contingency for Alpha‑Beautihub and denies Prestwick Lane addition

The Architectural Review Board approved a contingency allowing a 20 % tint on the vinyl signage for the Alpha‑Beautihub project, changing the prior 5 % limit. The board did not approve the proposed family‑room and pool‑house addition at 5477 Prestwick Lane and instructed the applicant to resubmit with an approved site plan. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

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Wed Oct 22, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review firefighter exam and testing membership

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review part-time hourly reports. The body will also receive updates on a regional firefighter entrance exam and the renewal of the National Testing Network Membership.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

City Council

City Council will consider a new vaping ordinance

The Highland Heights City Council will meet on October 14, 2025 to approve the September 9 minutes and discuss several agenda items. Items include a vaping ordinance, an L&F update, a swimming pool ordinance, and changes to ambulance and fire prevention fees. The council will also address miscellaneous items before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Council tables pool rental ordinance pending further review

The council approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. The Legislative and Finance Committee decided to table the Pool Rental Ordinance for now. The council then adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. by unanimous consent.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: No substantive actions were decided at the October 14 council meeting

The minutes contain fragmented discussion notes and no clear record of any decisions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies. No concrete actions were documented as approved or rejected.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

City Council

Council considers $164,180 payment to N.O.R.M.A. and declares emergency

The Highland Heights City Council will hold first and second readings on several proposed resolutions and ordinances, each accompanied by an emergency declaration. Items include a payment to the Northern Ohio Risk Management Agency, collective bargaining with the Fraternal Order of Police, a Halloween observance resolution, a public‑health services agreement with Cuyahoga County Board of Health, and an amendment to city zoning regulations. The council will also consider an amendment to the short‑term rental prohibition ordinance.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts police collective bargaining agreements and emergency resolutions

The council unanimously adopted Resolution 38-2025 authorizing the mayor to enter collective bargaining agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police. It also adopted several other emergency resolutions: payment of up to $164,180 to the Northern Ohio Risk Management Agency (Resolution 37-2025), a public‑health services agreement with payments of $78,122 for 2026 and $87,539 for 2027 (Resolution 36-2025), and recognition of Halloween on Oct. 31 (Resolution 34-2025). An amendment to the zoning code (Ordinance 26-2025) was enacted, while Ordinance 27-2025 was tabled. All motions passed with unanimous “ayes all.”

Mon Oct 13, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Vote on fence variance for 1025 Ford Road property

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and then vote on a variance request from Jodi Consolo to place a fence forward of the rear building line at 1025 Ford Road. It will also consider motions to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held September 22, 2025 and the public hearing for Chad Hughes held September 22, 2025. The meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously grants fence variance at 1025 Ford Road

The commission approved a variance allowing a six‑foot privacy fence to be placed 20 feet forward of the rear building line on 1025 Ford Road. The motion passed with all commissioners voting aye. Minutes of the September 22, 2025 meeting and the public hearing for Chad Hughes were also approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned.

Mon Oct 13, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board will consider patio cover and 2nd‑floor addition proposals

The Highland Heights Architectural Review Board will meet on October 13, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The board will review an application for a 32’ x 22’ aluminum‑framed patio cover at 0 2 5 -25 465 Leverett. The board will also review a proposal for a second‑floor addition at 02 6 -25 625 Hanford.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approved two project drawings

The board approved the drawing for a $36,000 aluminum awning at 465 Leverett. It also approved the drawing for a $20,000 floor addition at 625 Hanford. No vote tallies were recorded.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council meeting canceled; no decisions were made

The Legislative & Finance Committee meeting scheduled for September 30, 2025 was canceled. Consequently, there are no minutes and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

City Council

City Council reads first budget appropriation ordinance for 2025 expenses

The Highland Heights City Council will conduct first readings of several resolutions and ordinances. Items include correcting a committee appointment name, appointing a new senior committee member, and adopting a budget appropriation ordinance for current city expenses. The council will also consider a public‑health services agreement with Cuyahoga County Board of Health for 2026‑2027 with specified payment amounts. All items are marked as first or second readings and are declared emergencies.

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✓ Decided: Council approved tax levy amounts and rates for 2025 budget

The council adopted Resolution 35‑2025, accepting the tax rates and amounts set by the Budget Commission and authorizing the required tax levies. It also adopted Resolution 34‑2025 recognizing Halloween on October 31 and Resolution 36‑2025 authorizing a public‑health services agreement with Cuyahoga County for 2026‑2027. Ordinance 28‑2025 appropriating expenses for January 2025 was enacted, and several appointments were confirmed, including Sharon Currier to the Seniors Committee and correcting a Parks & Recreation Committee member’s name.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Meeting canceled; no decisions were made

The Legislative & Finance Committee meeting scheduled for September 23, 2025 was canceled. Consequently, no actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

City Council

Council to consider tax levy rates and zoning and rental amendments

The City Council will hold a first reading for resolutions regarding Halloween hours and tax levy rates. The body will also hold second readings for proposed ordinances amending the planning and zoning code and short-term rental prohibitions.

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✓ Decided: Meeting canceled; no decisions made, rescheduled for Sept. 30, 2025

The City Council meeting scheduled for September 23, 2025 was canceled. It has been rescheduled for September 30, 2025. Because the meeting did not occur, no official minutes or decisions were recorded.

Mon Sep 22, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Decision on shed variance for 344 Longspur Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance to locate a shed closer to the west side yard line at 344 Longspur Road. It will also consider a variance request for a fence placement at 1020 Ford Road and schedule a public hearing for that request. Additionally, a request to modify a fence on the original site plan for Sweet Kiddles at 747 Alpha Drive will be discussed. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission granted a shed variance for 344 Longspur Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission accepted the minutes from the September 8 meeting. It approved a four‑foot shed variance for Chad Hughes at 344 Longspur Road. It also approved a modification to the Sweet Kiddles playground fence, contingent on building department review. The meeting was then adjourned.

Mon Sep 22, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review two residential property modifications

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider two requests for home improvements. The board will review plans for a garage addition and the installation of a deck with a sunroom.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approved two building projects

The board approved the addition of a garage storage unit at 6205 Kenarden and the removal of an awning with a new deck and sunroom at 856 Stanwell. Both projects were accepted without recorded vote tallies. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Commission will vote to approve minutes from the August 21 meeting

The Highland Heights Civil Service Commission will vote to approve the minutes of its regular meeting held on August 21, 2025. It will also review reports on part‑time hourly employees and receive an update on the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter written entrance exam scheduled for September 30, 2025. No new business items are listed.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

City Council

Council to consider prohibiting short-term rentals in Highland Heights

The City Council will first approve the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss a proposal to prohibit short-term rentals within the city. Miscellaneous items will also be addressed before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council referred short‑term pool rental issue to L&F Committee for ordinance draft

The council approved the July 22 meeting minutes unanimously. Council agreed to refer the short‑term rental pool issue at 614 St Rumbly to the Legislation & Finance Committee for review and drafting of a possible ordinance. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous vote.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

City Council

Council to approve $127,265 HVAC repair contract for police and fire complex

The Highland Heights City Council will consider several first‑reading resolutions and ordinances, including a contract with F&B Engineering, Inc. and a payment to Atlantic Specialty Insurance for HVAC repairs. A motion will be taken to appoint Nadia Zenz to the Parks & Recreation committee. All items are presented as emergency actions.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $127,265 payment for HVAC project and other key actions

The council unanimously approved a $127,265 payment to Atlantic Specialty Insurance for HVAC‑related costs, adopted a contract with FMB Engineering, appointed Nadia Zenz to the Parks & Recreation Commission, and took the first readings of zoning and short‑term‑rental amendment ordinances.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to consider shed variance for 344 Longspur Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss a variance request. The body will consider scheduling a public hearing for a property owner's request regarding a shed setback.

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✓ Decided: Commission accepted meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on August 25, 2025, and the minutes of the public hearing for Thomas Meyers held on the same date. Both motions carried with four votes in favor and one abstention (Council Representative Ganser). The commission then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

Mon Aug 25, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on fence variance for 6087 Whiteford Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request for Thomas Meyers. The request seeks to allow a fence to be located forward of the rear building line of the house.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously grants fence variance at 6087 Whiteford Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a variance allowing a six‑foot privacy fence to extend 29‑10½ ft forward of the rear building line at 6087 Whiteford Drive, with the fence set back 10 ft from the house. The amendment to reduce the setback from 13 ft to 10 ft was adopted unanimously. The Commission also accepted minutes from several prior meetings and adjourned the session.

Thu Aug 21, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review firefighter exam updates

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review part-time hourly reports. The body will also receive an update regarding the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter entrance exam.

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Mon Aug 11, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on three property-owner fence and shed variances

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on six zoning variances requested by three property owners. Each variance seeks permission to place structures closer to property lines than current setback rules allow.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission grants three variances and denies one fence variance

The commission approved the minutes from the July 14 meeting. It granted two shed setbacks for Mark Mazzone, a swimming‑pool setback for Chris Paglio, and a mixed‑fence variance for James Capone, all by unanimous vote. It denied Capone’s request to extend a privacy fence forward of the rear building line, also by unanimous vote. No other items received a decision.

Mon Aug 11, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review two home improvement projects

The Highland Heights Architectural Review Board will meet to review two residential projects: a seasonal room addition at 020-25 537 Miner Rd. and the installation of 20 solar panels at 021-25 661 Davidson Dr. The meeting takes place at the Highland Heights Council Chambers at 1:30 P.M.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approved drawings for two projects

The board reviewed and approved the architectural drawings for project 020-25 and project 022-25. No vote tallies were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 1:50 pm.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

City Council

Council considers 5.9 mill tax levy for police and fire services

City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider two resolutions regarding a tax levy. The proposed levy of 5.9 mills is intended to provide and maintain safety services for the city's police and fire departments.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopted revised tax levy resolutions after correcting filing errors

The council repealed Resolution 29-2025 and adopted Resolution 30-2025, which continues a 5.9‑mill tax levy for police and fire services. It also adopted Resolution 31-2025, submitting the same levy to voters using a corrected DTE 140R form. Both resolutions had their second and third readings suspended and were adopted unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

Wed Jul 30, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider HH Safety Levy Resolution to Proceed

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a resolution to proceed with the HH Safety Levy. The agenda also includes miscellaneous items.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted resolution to propose a 5.9‑mill tax levy for police and fire services

The council conducted the first reading of Proposed Resolution 29‑2025, which amends Resolution 20‑2025 to submit a question on establishing a continuing tax levy of 5.9 mills for the city’s police and fire departments. The resolution also declares an emergency. The resolution was adopted.

Tue Jul 29, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss 5.9 mill tax levy for police and fire services

City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss a Resolution of Necessity. The proposal concerns a continuing tax levy to fund the city's Police and Fire Departments.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted amended Resolution 28-2025 after suspending further readings

The council approved two amendments to Resolution 28‑2025, removing specific wording. The council then voted to suspend the second and third readings of the amended resolution. Afterward, the council adopted the amended resolution. All motions passed unanimously.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

City Council

Council considers firefighter contract and software support agreement

Highland Heights City Council will discuss a collective bargaining agreement for firefighters and a software support contract. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding budget appropriations, fund transfers, and street lighting assessments.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts firefighter collective bargaining resolution and other measures

The Highland Heights City Council approved a resolution allowing the mayor to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement with the local firefighters union. It also adopted a software support contract, several emergency ordinances, and appointed a new member to the Commission on Aging. An executive session was authorized to discuss potential litigation, and the July 8 meeting minutes were approved.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights Council to discuss indigent defense fees and vaping stores

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss specific administrative and regulatory items. The agenda includes a review of legal fees and the status of vaping stores.

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✓ Decided: Council approved July 8 minutes and adjourned the July 22 meeting

The council voted to approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with all votes in favor, while two members abstained. A subsequent motion to adjourn the July 22, 2025 meeting was carried unanimously.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review Gabrielles Way subdivision lot split and reconfiguration

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a lot split and consolidation for Gabrielles Way Subdivision. The body will also review plans to increase the number of buildable lots in that subdivision from eight to nine. Additionally, the commission will discuss future residential development.

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✓ Decided: Commission accepted minutes of regular and public‑hearing meetings

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes of the July 14 regular meeting and the minutes of the June 23 public hearing, each with a 4‑aye, 0‑no, 1‑abstain vote. No variances were granted; hearings for three variance requests were set for August 11, 2025. The Gabrielle’s Way subdivision lot‑split and consolidation plan was not voted on and was postponed pending additional documentation.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review home additions and deck plans

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review two residential project applications. The board will consider a resubmittal for a covered deck and a proposal for a home addition.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approved two building projects

The board approved the drawings for a covered deck at 330 E. Edinburgh (192 sq ft, $20,000). It also approved the drawings for a 27 × 20‑ft addition at 638 Clinton (540 sq ft, $150,000). No vote tallies were recorded.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review military service credits

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review part-time hourly reports and credits awarded for military service. The body will also provide an update on the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter entrance exam.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to discuss vape store legislation

The City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss legislation regarding vape stores. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and miscellaneous items.

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✓ Decided: Council agrees to pursue a ban on vape stores

The council approved the minutes from the June 24 meeting with all members voting aye. All council members expressed agreement to prohibit vape stores and tasked Mr. LaGrass o with drafting legislation for the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. with unanimous consent.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

City Council

Drainage Committee to review report for 5520 Wilson Mills

The Drainage Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review new drainage reports. The agenda includes a specific drainage issue at 5520 Wilson Mills.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

City Council

Council considers firefighter contract and short-term rental ban

Highland Heights City Council will review a collective bargaining agreement for firefighters and a software support contract. The body is also considering ordinances regarding street lighting assessments and a prohibition on short-term rentals.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts short-term rental prohibition and two union contracts

The council enacted Ordinance 21-2025 prohibiting short-term rentals, adopted collective bargaining agreements with the firefighters' union (IAFF Local 2380) and Laborers' Local 860, and approved a $105,690 contract with Geauga Mechanical for HVAC work. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included reports from department heads and updates on community events.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights Council to discuss waste management and short-term rentals

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss several municipal service and regulatory topics. The session includes reviews of solid waste management and short-term rental policies.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves June 10, 2025 meeting minutes

Council members approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ganser and a second by Goff. The motion carried with all members voting aye. A solid waste management presentation was given, but no vote or formal action on the plan was recorded.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions were made at the June 24, 2025 council meeting.

The council committee met on June 24, 2025. Attendance was recorded, listing members present and absent. The meeting was called to order and later adjourned. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

City Council

Council considers safety services tax levy and short-term rental ban

The City Council will consider a tax levy for police and fire services and a prohibition on short-term rentals. The body will also review a software support contract and street lighting assessments.

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✓ Decided: Council approved contracts for 2025 concrete and asphalt road programs

The council adopted Resolution 24-2025, declaring A&J Cement Contractors the lowest and best bidder for the 2025 concrete repair and sidewalk program and authorizing a $335,516 contract. It also adopted Resolution 25-2025, declaring Specialized Construction the lowest and best bidder for the 2025 asphalt program and authorizing a $728,545.50 contract. Additionally, the council adopted Resolution 22-2025, approving the Solid Waste Management Plan for the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District and declaring an emergency.

Mon Jun 23, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to vote on patio variance for 5852 Wilson Mills Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request for a property at 5852 Wilson Mills Road. The commission will also consider a variance request for a shed at 472 Miner Road.

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✓ Decided: Commission grants variance for on‑grade patio at 5852 Wilson Mills Rd

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a 14‑foot variance allowing Tom Fatica to build an on‑grade patio that projects into the east side yard of his property at 5852 Wilson Mills Road. The motion passed unanimously with three commissioners voting in favor after two members recused themselves. The commission also accepted the minutes of the June 9 regular meeting and the amended minutes of the June 9 public hearing, both unanimously.

Mon Jun 23, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review covered deck at 330 E. Edinburgh

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider a resubmittal for a residential project. The board will review a proposal to add a covered deck to a property.

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✓ Decided: Covered deck application at 330 E. Edinburgh denied

The Highland Heights Architectural Review Board met on June 23, 2025. The board considered application 018‑25 for a covered deck at 330 E. Edinburgh. The board did not approve the submitted drawings, requiring a back‑house elevation to be shown. No vote tally was recorded.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to receive Burges & Burges update

The City Council will meet as a Committee of the Whole to review minutes from May 27, 2025. The agenda includes an update from Burges & Burges and miscellaneous items.

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✓ Decided: Council approved minutes and adjourned; no policy decisions made

The council approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes; the motion passed with all ayes and Councilmember Delisio abstaining. A motion to adjourn the June 10, 2025 meeting was made and carried unanimously at 7:49 p.m. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council discussed short‑term rental proposals but took no action

The council committee reviewed two proposals—HB Jo4 and SB oY—regarding a ban on short‑term rentals. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes. The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next council meeting.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

City Council

Council considers 5.9 mill tax levy for safety services

City Council will discuss a proposed tax levy for police and fire services and a 2026 tax budget. The body is also reviewing an agreement for a School Resource Officer program and alcohol rules for Community Day.

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✓ Decided: Council approved May minutes and ordered stop‑work on illegal pool

The council approved the minutes from the May 27 meeting with five ayes and one abstention. The Building Department issued a stop‑work order for a resident who began installing a pool without a permit and altered the grade. No other formal votes were recorded at this meeting.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on daycare permit and residential variances

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a conditional use permit for a daycare center and two residential variances. The body will also review commercial signage requests and schedule public hearings for several property modifications.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 10‑year child day‑care permit for Sweet Kiddles

The Planning & Zoning Commission granted two variances for James Wallis at 5548 Canterbury Lane, approved a conditional use permit for Sweet Kiddles with a ten‑year term, and approved new commercial signage at Dollar Tree and a sign renovation for Hair by Kristen. Other agenda items were discussed but no decisions were made. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review four property modifications

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review design and structure requests for residential and commercial properties. The board will consider additions, accessory structures, and signage.

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✓ Decided: Board approved new 4‑season room at 1036 Ford Rd

The Architectural Review Board approved the drawings for a 4‑season room at 1036 Ford Rd and a pool house at 267 Legacy Drive. It also approved signage and a canopy for the Dollar Tree location at 773 Alpha Drive. The board denied the deck drawings for 330 E. Edinburgh, requesting additional exterior pictures and information.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review firefighter exam updates

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review part-time hourly reports. The body will also receive an update regarding the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter entrance exam.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Community Day Committee

Community Day Committee to plan event layout and participants

The Community Day Committee is meeting to coordinate the logistics for the upcoming event. Members will review the layout, parade participants, and potential vendors.

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✓ Decided: Community Day scheduled for July 19 with parade, events, and assigned tasks

The committee confirmed July 19, 2025 as the Community Day date and set the parade to start at 1 pm, with Jen Picciano named Grand Marshal. Police will close the street, notify the RTA, and provide full staffing, including bike officers and a SWAT/Bomb Squad presence. Service will supply a truck and trailer for an accordion player and request a golf cart for the event. Various groups were assigned follow‑up tasks for tents, food permits, signage, and entertainment.

Tue May 27, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to discuss levy millage number

The City Council will meet to approve minutes from May 13, 2025, and discuss the levy millage number. Other miscellaneous items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The council approved the May 13 meeting minutes after a motion and second, with the motion carried despite one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

Tue May 27, 2025

City Council

Council considers tax levy for police, fire, and safety services

City Council will hold a first reading for a resolution to put a safety services tax levy before voters. The body will also consider a 2026 tax budget and a concession services contract for the City Park.

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✓ Decided: Council amended a 5.9‑mill tax levy proposal for police, fire and safety

The council approved an amendment to Proposed Resolution 20‑2025, adjusting the 5.9‑mill tax levy for police, fire and safety services. It also adopted Proposed Resolution 18‑2025, authorizing a contract with MVGMM, Inc. for City Park concession services for the 2025 season, and voted to suspend all third‑reading actions. The meeting minutes were approved and the council adjourned.

Tue May 13, 2025

City Council

City Council to discuss tax budget, levy, and appropriation revision

The Highland Heights City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the tax budget, tax levy, and an appropriation revision. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 22, 2025, and miscellaneous items. These are discussion items before any formal votes.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The council voted to approve the April 22 meeting minutes with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously at 7:24 p.m. No other resolutions or ordinances were adopted during this session.

Tue May 13, 2025

City Council

Council considers new tax levy for police and fire services

City Council will discuss a proposed tax levy for safety services and a contract for park concessions. The body is also reviewing a collective bargaining agreement and the 2026 tax budget.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts safety services levy and street‑lighting assessment, approves prior minutes

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22 and April 15 meetings. It adopted Resolution 19‑2025, creating a 5.0‑5.9‑mill levy to fund police and fire safety services, with a unanimous vote. It also adopted Resolution 14‑2025, authorizing a special assessment for street‑lighting improvements, again unanimously. No other motions received recorded votes.

Tue May 13, 2025

City Council

Safety Service Committee to discuss fire engine replacement and traffic signal changes

The Safety Service Committee will discuss the lifespan and order lead time for a new fire engine and a traffic signal update at Bishop/Golfview. They will also consider approving the minutes from the January 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Safety Service Committee discussed fire truck needs and charging site, no votes

The committee approved the minutes from 1‑14‑2025. Members discussed the condition and lifespan of existing fire engines, the need for a third truck, and a potential $400k ambulance replacement. A Level 2 electric‑vehicle charging location at City Hall was also discussed. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Tue May 13, 2025

Community Day Committee

Community Day Committee to select Grand Marshal, finalize parade plans

The Community Day Committee will review candidates for Grand Marshal, consider new attractions and parade participants, finalize the event timeline, and discuss the overall layout for Highland Heights' Community Day. All items are for discussion and decision at this planning meeting.

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Mon May 12, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to vote on residential variances

The commission will hold public hearings and vote on variance requests for two residential properties. The body will also discuss a conditional use permit request for a child day care center.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved a fence variance for 976 Ford Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission accepted the minutes from the April 28 meeting and the public‑hearing minutes. It approved a variance allowing Vincent Donato to extend a six‑foot privacy fence forward of the rear building line at 976 Ford Road, with a 4‑yes to 1‑no vote and a requirement to install a generator within 60 days. The commission also continued James Wallis’s variance to the June 9 meeting and set a June 9 hearing for the Sweet Kiddles child‑care conditional use permit. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on variances for pool, fences, building, and sign

The Highland Heights Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on five variance requests, including setback and fence line exemptions. A proposed ground sign for Park Place Technologies at 755 Alpha Drive is also up for approval. The commission will schedule public hearings for fence variance requests at 5548 Canterbury Lane and 976 Ford Road.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved three variances and a ground‑sign permit

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a ground‑sign permit for Park Place Technologies and granted variances for a pool equipment pad at 268 Old Salem Trail, an ornamental fence at 6011 Castlehill Drive, and a replacement structure at 1036 Ford Road. It unanimously denied a variance for a privacy fence at 598 Charles Place. All votes were recorded as “Ayes all” or “Nays all.”

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review three residential projects

The Highland Heights Architectural Review Board will consider three resubmittals or new applications for residential property modifications: a deck removal and cable roof addition at 464 Leverett Lane, an aluminum patio cover at 513 Miner Road, and a four-season room and new deck at 959 W. Mill Drive.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board met; no decisions recorded

The Highland Heights Architectural Review Board met on April 28, 2025. The minutes list three project submissions—464 Leverett Lane, 513 Miner Road, and 959 W. Mill Dr—with associated costs, square footage, and material specifications. The record does not indicate any approvals, denials, or other actions on these proposals.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to discuss potential levy

The City Council will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss a potential levy. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 8, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed potential safety services levy but made no decisions

The council approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. Members spent the remainder of the session debating a possible safety services levy, including its purpose, millage amount, labeling (police and fire vs. general safety), and term length. No motion on the levy was voted on, and no formal decision was recorded.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $105,948 audio/visual contract with iVideo

Highland Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with several first readings and one second reading. Items include a contract for rock salt purchase, a $105,948.77 contract for audio/visual equipment, a collective bargaining agreement, a street lighting special assessment, and a codified ordinances update. Public comments are accepted via email or phone before noon.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts road‑salt purchase and AV equipment contracts

The council approved the minutes from the April 8 meeting. It suspended and then adopted Resolution 15‑2025, allowing the mayor to sign a participation agreement with ODOT for road‑salt purchases for the 2025‑2026 winter. It also suspended and adopted Resolution 16‑2025, authorizing a contract with IVideo for city audio/visual equipment costing $105,948.77. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to discuss city income deficit

The City Council will meet to discuss the results of an online city survey and a city income deficit. The meeting also includes a section for miscellaneous items.

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✓ Decided: Council reviewed online survey results, no actions taken

The council heard a presentation of the city’s online survey, which gathered 546 responses from residents. The discussion covered demographics, quality‑of‑life ratings, service satisfaction, budget preferences, and communication attitudes. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational only.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to review variance requests and site plans

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several residential variance requests and a preliminary plan review. The body will determine if public hearings are necessary for these requests.

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✓ Decided: Commission accepted minutes and scheduled April 28 hearing for pending variances

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting. No variance applications or the Highlights Sports Academy plan were approved or denied; instead the commission set a public hearing for April 28, 2025 to consider those items. The hearing will cover the pool equipment pad, ornamental fence, privacy fence, side‑yard setback structure, and the Park Place Technologies ground sign.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Architectural Review Board

ARB to review new home, solar panels, sign, and deck changes

The Architectural Review Board will consider four applications at its April 14 meeting. Items include a monument sign at 747 Alpha Park, 44 solar panels at 588 Williamsburg Drive, a new single-family residence at 298 Miner Road, and a deck removal with cable roof and patio at 464 Leverett Lane. The board will vote on whether to approve each proposal.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approved two project drawings and denied one

The board approved the drawings for project 011-25 and for the new single‑family house at 298 Miner Road (013-25). It denied approval of the drawings for 464 Leverett Lane (014-25), citing insufficient information. No decision was recorded for the signage project at 747 Alpha Park (012-25). The meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m.

Thu Apr 10, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review patrolman and firefighter exam updates

The commission will vote on previous meeting minutes and review part-time hourly reports. Updates will be provided on the 2025 patrolman entrance exam, fire lieutenant promotional exam, and regional firefighter entrance exam. No new business is scheduled.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

City Council

Council to hear citizens advisory on ballot issue

The City Council of Highland Heights is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from March 11, 2025, and a Citizens Advisory segment to discuss a ballot issue. Miscellaneous items may also be addressed. The meeting is largely procedural with one substantive public discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council approved March 11 minutes and adjourned the meeting

The council approved the March 11 meeting minutes after a motion by Mr. Milroy and a second by Mr. Ganser; all members voted aye while Mr. DiLalla abstained. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:38 p.m. following a motion carried unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

City Council

Council considers resolution for street lighting special assessments

City Council will hold a first reading of a resolution regarding the payment and installation of street lighting. The meeting also includes reports from department heads and the mayor.

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✓ Decided: Council approved prior minutes and moved into executive session

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the March 25 and March 19 meetings. A motion to enter executive session was carried unanimously, followed by an unanimous adjournment of the meeting. The first reading of Resolution 14‑2025 on street lighting was presented but not voted on.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

City Council

City Council reviews short-term rental and trash can ordinance updates

The Legislative & Finance Committee will discuss updates regarding short-term rentals and the enforcement of the trash can ordinance. The body will also review invoices for approval.

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✓ Decided: No clear council decisions recorded at the April 8 meeting

The minutes for the Highland Heights City Council meeting on April 8, 2025 contain largely illegible text and do not document any specific approvals, denials, or vote tallies. No substantive actions were recorded beyond general discussion items.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Community Day Committee

Community Day Committee to discuss parade and entertainment planning

The Community Day Committee is meeting to coordinate logistics for the upcoming event. The body will discuss the selection of the Parade Grand Marshall and review food and entertainment updates.

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✓ Decided: Parade set for 1 pm and food trucks confirmed for Community Day

The committee set the parade start time for 1 o’clock and will ask Father Lane to reserve the parking lot at 11:30 a.m. Kristen Morelli will send a save‑the‑date notice to participants. Several food trucks—including Fungry, Sunday Memories, Alecci’s Lemon Ice, Tijuana Tacos, Cotton Candy, Knights of Columbus, Italian Sisters Club, Cork and Bottle, and kettle corn with lemonade—were confirmed, and the committee will contact Romeos BBQ and Sugar Mama. Pat Jones confirmed the bands and discussed their performance timing.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Records Commission

Records Commission to review fees for video records

The Records Commission meeting is largely procedural, including the introduction of a new member and a review of the RC2 schedule. The commission will also discuss fees for video records. Approval of previous meeting minutes has been deferred to August 2025.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Committee told the Belwood drainage issue has been resolved

The Drainage Committee asked the city to review the Belwood drainage issue. The City Engineer and Service Director reported that the issue has been resolved. No further action was taken.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: No clear decisions recorded at the Highland Heights council meeting

The meeting minutes are garbled and do not contain any identifiable decisions, approvals, or vote tallies. No substantive actions were documented.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on emergency contracts and resolutions

The Highland Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting to act on several proposed resolutions and ordinances, including emergency declarations for community cost-share agreements, budget payments, and service contracts. The meeting will also include routine reports and public comment opportunities.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts $250,000 payment to Swagelok Company and multiple emergency contracts

The council approved the minutes from the March 11 meeting. It adopted several emergency resolutions, including a community cost‑share agreement with the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, a $97,788 payment to the Community Partnership on Aging, a street‑sweeping contract up to $25,000, and a $250,000 payment to Swagelok Company. All actions were approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 pm.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to hear sign approval and sports academy plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, consider a building sign for Audio Nova at 757 "C" Alpha Drive, and conduct a preliminary plan review for Highlights Sports Academy at 375 Bishop Road. No public hearings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approved Audio Nova front building wall sign

The commission accepted the minutes from the March 10 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved a front elevation building wall sign for Audio Nova at 757 Alpha Drive, Unit C, with all members voting aye. No formal decisions were made on the Highlights Sports Academy project; the commission discussed the proposal and offered guidance but did not vote on any variances.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

Architectural Review Board

New single-family home at 265 Grappa Farms Drive up for review

The Architectural Review Board will review five applications: a resubmitted monument sign, new commercial signage, a new single-family residence, a sunroom addition, and awning replacement. All items are for approval or denial.

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✓ Decided: Board approved new signage and several building project drawings

The Architectural Review Board approved design drawings for new signage at 5323 Wilson Mills Rd — Bremec Garden Center and at 757 “C” Alpha Drive — Audio Nova. It also approved a new single‑family house plan at 265 Grappa Farms Dr S/L 19, a sunroom addition at 692 Miner Road, and replacement awnings at 5612 Wilson Mills — Brainard Crossing. No other actions were taken.

Wed Mar 19, 2025

City Council

Council to consider rental property penalty amendment and 2025 road program

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two items. Proposed Ordinance 14-2025 would amend the penalty section for rental properties, declaring an emergency. The council will also discuss the 2025 Road Program.

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✓ Decided: Council enacted new short‑term rental penalty ordinance with escalating fines

The council approved an amendment to Section 1341.99 that creates escalating misdemeanor penalties for short‑term rental violations. Motions to suspend the second and third readings and then to enact the ordinance were carried unanimously. Council also approved a motion to amend agenda item #1 and agreed to notify all rental owners of the moratorium by letter.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

City Council

City Council to review minutes and discuss short-term rentals

The Highland Heights City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from January and February 2025 and discuss short-term rental regulations. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Highland Heights council meeting canceled; no minutes recorded

The March 11, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting was canceled, so no minutes or decisions were recorded. The agenda items (short-term rentals and miscellaneous items) were not discussed.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

City Council

Council considers city employee compensation and economic development grants

The City Council will discuss the first readings of several resolutions and ordinances regarding compensation for the City Engineer, Law Director, City Prosecutor, and Recreation Director. The body will also consider second readings for street sweeping services and economic development payments.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2025 pay and contract resolutions, appoints Fox to Aging Commission

Council unanimously adopted Resolutions 9-2025, 10-2025, and 11-2025 setting 2025 compensation for the City Engineer, Law Director, and City Prosecutor, and enacted Ordinances 12-2025, 13-2025, 8-2025, and 7-2025 covering Recreation Director and employee pay, plus a NOPEC grant. It also approved Kenneth Fox to the Commission on Aging. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission reviews pool equipment variance and Bremec Garden Center signage

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a variance request for a residential property and a proposal for a commercial building and signage. The body will also vote on the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Pool equipment variance withdrawn; Bremec signs approved

The Commission approved a pool equipment placement for 6087 Whiteford Drive after the applicant agreed to comply with the 10-foot setback, eliminating the need for a variance. It also approved a building wall sign and a ground sign for Bremec of Highland Heights at 5323 Wilson Mills Road, with the ground sign contingent on City ARB approval.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to review residential and commercial projects

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review three project applications. The board will consider residential additions and modifications as well as new commercial signage.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approves three building projects, one with conditions

The Architectural Review Board approved drawings for a rear addition and interior remodeling at 6276 Kenarden Drive, and for replacing a screen room with vinyl sunroom walls at 836 Cranbrook Drive. The board also approved the building sign for new signage at Bremec Garden Center, 5323 Wilson Mills Rd, but requested additional information on the ground sign before approval. The meeting was adjourned at 2:00 PM.

Tue Mar 4, 2025

Community Day Committee

Committee plans entertainment, vendors, and parade marshal for Community Day

The Highland Heights Community Day Committee will meet to discuss entertainment options, review food vendors, consider possible parade marshal candidates, and explore new vendor or activity ideas. The meeting focuses on planning and logistics for the upcoming Community Day event.

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✓ Decided: Community Day plans set: Super Games contract confirmed, Giant Slide added

The committee confirmed the contract with Super Games and agreed to add the Giant Slide, increasing the budget by $1,250. Tickets will be sold at 3 for $5. The yoyo show will be replaced with jugglers, and band times will be adjusted to avoid conflict with Bingo. Several vendors and activities were secured, and the next meeting is set for April 1, 2025.

Tue Feb 25, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights Council to discuss short-term rentals and roads

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to review updates from Burges & Burges. The body will also discuss short-term rentals and road-related items.

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✓ Decided: Council hears resident survey results on finances, services

Council heard a presentation from Burges & Burges on resident interviews, finding general satisfaction with city services but concern about the financial deficit and a need for more communication. No formal decisions were made; discussion covered short-term rental regulations and road repair priorities.

Tue Feb 25, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves signal pre-emption quote and Feb. 11 minutes

The council committee meeting was called to order and adjourned, with no substantive decisions recorded. The only items discussed were a signal pre-emption quote presented by Chief Mateja for installation on Bishop and Golf View roads, costing $473,000, and approval of minutes from the February 11 meeting. No votes or formal actions were taken.

Tue Feb 25, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $250,000 Swagelok grant and $75,000 Lake Business Products grant

The Highland Heights City Council will meet on February 25, 2025, for a regular meeting. The council will conduct first readings of several resolutions and ordinances, including authorization for economic development grants to Swagelok Company ($250,000) and Lake Business Products ($75,000), a street sweeping contract with Reilly Sweeping ($25,000), and a contract with Gametime ($72,890). Also scheduled are first readings on employee compensation for the Recreation Department, a city vehicle use policy, and compensation adjustments for elected officials and boards. The council will hold a second reading on accepting a NOPEC grant and a third reading on the 2025 appropriations ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2025 appropriations, vehicle policy, and compensation ordinances

Council approved the 2025 appropriations ordinance (4-2025) with amended Exhibit A, adopted a city vehicle use policy (Ordinance 9-2025), and set compensation for elected officials, boards, and commissions (Ordinances 10-2025 and 11-2025). A $72,890 contract with Gametime for park equipment was also approved. Several other resolutions and ordinances received first readings, including street sweeping services and payments to Lake Business Products and Swagelok.

Mon Feb 24, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on sign variances for veterinary hospital

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and then vote on requested variances for the size and location of a proposed directional wall sign at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 734 Alpha Drive. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission grants two sign variances for veterinary hospital

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved two variances for Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital at 734 Alpha Drive, allowing a directional sign on the front building wall and exceeding the standard size limit. The public hearing had no public comments. The sign is intended to direct patrons to the emergency entrance and ensure visibility.

Wed Feb 19, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission reviews firefighter exam scores, signs 2025 agreement

The commission will vote on minutes from January, review part-time hourly reports, and discuss exam results. They will review scores from the December 2024 Northeast Ohio Regional Firefighter entrance exam. Updates on upcoming promotional exams for Fire Lieutenant and Patrolman are scheduled. New business includes signing the 2025 Participation Agreement for the next regional firefighter entrance exam.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council discusses fire hydrant fees and short-term rental ordinance

The meeting was largely procedural, with discussions on a new fire hydrant fee of $73,479 annually for 110 hydrants, and a short-term rental ordinance. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

City Council

Council considers 2025 budget appropriations and a grant for energy

City Council will hold a first reading on a partnership for aging and a grant from the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council. The body will also consider a second reading of the 2025 budget appropriations and a change to alarm permit fees.

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✓ Decided: Council rescinds police alarm ordinance, adopts CPA agreement

Council enacted Ordinance 6-2025, rescinding the ordinance that allowed alarms to connect directly to the police dispatch center, since the service is no longer offered. They also adopted Resolution 4-2025, authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Council of Government Agreement for the Community Partnership on Aging. Both items passed unanimously after suspending the second and third readings. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports or first/second readings.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to consider sign variance for veterinary hospital

This meeting will address a variance request for a proposed front elevation building wall sign at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital (734 Alpha Drive). The commission will also schedule a public hearing for the variance. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting. Other business includes approving minutes from the January 13, 2025 regular meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission schedules public hearing on sign variance for vet hospital

The Planning and Zoning Commission accepted the January 13, 2025 minutes and discussed progress on the Highlights Sports Academy plans. A public hearing was scheduled for February 24, 2025, to consider two variances for a proposed directional wall sign at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital. No final decisions were made on the sign request.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Architectural Review Board

ARB to review residence plan and vet hospital signage

The Architectural Review Board will discuss two items: a single-family residence with attached garage at 253 Grappa Farms Drive and a request for new directional signage at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital on Alpha Drive.

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✓ Decided: ARB approves new house at 253 Grappa Farms Dr and vet hospital sign

The Architectural Review Board approved two applications. A new single-family house with attached garage at 253 Grappa Farms Dr S/17 was approved with conditions, and new directional signage for Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital at 734 Alpa Drive was approved with a modification. Both approvals were unanimous.

Wed Feb 5, 2025

Community Day Committee

Community Day Committee plans 2025 event logistics and assigns roles

The Community Day Committee will meet to plan the 2025 Community Day event, including reviewing job assignments for roles such as Parade Coordinator and Food Vendor Coordinator. The committee will also discuss the budget, review previous vendors, and prepare a "save the date" email for past parade participants. This is a planning session with no final decisions recorded on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Community Day Committee sets parade, food vendors, and next meetings

The committee reviewed last year's event and planned for 2025, assigning roles and confirming parade start time, food vendors, and entertainment. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus. Next meeting is May 6, 2025.

Tue Jan 28, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights City Council to hold Committee of the Whole meeting

The City Council will meet to approve minutes from January 14, 2025, and discuss miscellaneous items. The agenda is primarily procedural.

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✓ Decided: Council hears update on community research project interviews

Council received an update from Chris Caventer of Burges & Burges on the community research project, including a draft interview guide and contact list. Interviews are set to begin February 3, 2025, with a goal of 15-20 completed interviews. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

Tue Jan 28, 2025

City Council

City Council to discuss budget and short-term rental ordinance

The Legislative & Finance Committee will meet to conclude budget discussions. The body will also determine next steps regarding a Short Term Rental Ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses short-term rental ordinance, no action taken

The committee meeting was largely procedural, with a follow-up on a pocket discussion yielding no new items or questions. The main topic was a short-term rental ordinance, where staff provided an overview of surrounding cities' regulations, and the city is looking into regulating short-term rentals. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Tue Jan 28, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $3M in bond anticipation notes for street and community center projects

Highland Heights City Council will hold first readings on a police vehicle purchase, S.P.A.N. COG dues, the 2025 appropriations ordinance, and an amendment on deposit interest. Second readings will be held on three ordinances authorizing up to $3 million in bond anticipation notes for community center and street improvements. The council will also vote to appoint a Clerk of Council.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $44,130 police vehicle purchase and $32,660 SPAN dues

Council approved Resolution 2-2025 authorizing the mayor to contract with Montrose Ford for one 2025 Ford Interceptor Police Vehicle, not to exceed $44,130, and Resolution 3-2025 authorizing payment of $32,660 in 2025 dues to S.P.A.N. Council of Governments. Both were passed on emergency after suspending readings. Council also enacted ordinances authorizing $125,000 in notes for Community Center improvements, $1,375,000 for street/road/sidewalk improvements, and $1,500,000 for street/road improvements, all on emergency.

Mon Jan 27, 2025

City Council

Council committee meets with department heads for updates

The Legislative & Finance Committee will hold a series of meetings with department heads from Police, Fire, Service, Parks & Rec, and Building. No specific legislative or financial actions are on the agenda; the session is primarily informational.

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✓ Decided: Council approves budget adjustments and notes from prior meeting

The Highland Heights City Council committee meeting on January 27, 2025, was called to order and adjourned, with attendance by several council members. The committee approved the notes from the previous meeting and discussed various budget line-item adjustments, including reductions and increases across departments. No final votes or formal decisions were recorded beyond the approval of the prior meeting notes.

Mon Jan 27, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting canceled for January 27, 2025

This meeting was canceled because there is no business to consider. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Highland Heights Planning & Zoning meeting canceled for Jan. 27

The January 27, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was canceled because there was no business to consider. The next meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, with hearing applications due by February 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Tue Jan 21, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Highland Heights council meeting canceled; no decisions made

The Legislative and Finance Committee meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, was canceled, so no minutes or decisions exist. The agenda included department head budget meetings and miscellaneous items, but no actions were taken.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

City Council

Highland Heights Council to discuss vehicle replacements and short-term rentals

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss capital expenditures and allocations. The agenda includes reviews of short-term rentals and the replacement of a police cruiser and ambulance.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses short-term rental moratorium and fund allocation changes

The Council discussed a proposed six-month moratorium on short-term rentals (defined as rentals of 14 days or less) to allow time to update the ordinance, but no ordinance was passed. Finance Director Filippo suggested changing the allocation of interest income from 67% Capital/33% General to 100% General Fund, with the Mayor agreeing it should be considered. The Council also discussed note ordinances for capital projects and a police cruiser replacement, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

City Council

Committee to discuss short-term rentals, department head schedules, and a light pole

The Legislative & Finance Committee will discuss short-term rental regulations, scheduling department head meetings, and a light pole project on Brainard Road. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses short-term rental regulations and street light funding

The meeting was largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no formal votes recorded. Topics included a proposed resolution on short-term rentals, scheduling for a joint meeting with police, fire, service, and building departments, and a $15,000 street light pole replacement. The trash bin placement ordinance was discussed but no motion was made.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

City Council

Council to consider moratorium on rental licenses for up to six months

Highland Heights City Council will hold first readings on a proposed moratorium on building permits and rental licenses for rental properties while the zoning code is reviewed. The council will also consider issuing $3 million in notes for community center improvements ($125,000), street and sidewalk repairs ($1,375,000), and additional road work ($1,500,000). An appointment to lead Community Day and an executive session on compensation and economic development are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 6-month moratorium on rental licenses and building permits

Council adopted Resolution 1-2025 imposing a 6-month moratorium on building permits, certificates of occupancy, and rental licenses for certain rental properties to allow review of the zoning code. Council also appointed Kristen Morelli as Community Day chair and heard first readings of three ordinances authorizing note sales for community center and road improvements. No other substantive decisions were made; most reports were informational.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council discusses police cruiser and ambulance replacements

The Safety Service Committee met and approved the minutes from 2024-10-22. They discussed replacing a police cruiser, noting insurance coverage of $20,100 and a possible vehicle from Montrose, and reviewed ambulance fleet age and costs, with a $430,000 chassis price and leasing as an option. No final decisions were made on these items.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to consider signage for Extra Space Storage on Bishop Road

The commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. Business includes electing a chairperson for 2025, approving December 2024 meeting minutes, and considering signage for Extra Space Storage at 355 Bishop Road (formerly Life Storage).

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Extra Space Storage signage rebrand at 355 Bishop Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request from Extra Space Storage to replace the face signage on the existing monument sign and one building sign at 355 Bishop Road, as part of a rebrand from Life Storage. The motion carried unanimously. The Commission also discussed an update on the proposed Highlights Sports Academy facility at 375 Bishop Road, but took no action, pending a legal opinion from the Law Director.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Architectural Review Board to consider new signage at 355 Bishop Road

The Architectural Review Board will review a proposal for new signage at 355 Bishop Road, changing the business name to Extra Space Storage. This is the only item on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: ARB approves Extra Space Storage signage at 355 Bishop Road

The Architectural Review Board approved a new commercial signage application for Extra Space Storage at 355 Bishop Road. The approval covers a replacement monument sign and a building sign, with the condition that old holes from the previous sign be patched.