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Monroe County public meetings in 2023

64 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023 · 17:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider extension for Hyde Park at the Crossings PUD

The Planning Commission will meet to review a request for an extension of the approval for the Hyde Park at the Crossings Preliminary Planned Unit Development Plan. The commission will also vote on the approval of minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting.

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Thu Dec 14, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council considers joining regional energy aggregation program

City Council is holding public hearings and voting on Resolution No. 72-2023. This resolution would approve a plan to join the Miami Valley Communications Council (MVCC) to jointly purchase electric and natural gas supply for residents and businesses.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Dec 12, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

City Council considers 9-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis operators

The Council is meeting to approve the 2024 permanent appropriations ordinance and various year-end resolutions. The agenda includes a proposed moratorium on cannabis operators and a memorandum of understanding for fiber network development.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Monroe Council to consider 3.5% cost of living increase for non-union employees

City Council will discuss year-end budget appropriations and a cost of living adjustment for non-union staff. The body is also considering a safety grant for fire equipment and the adoption of a county-wide hazard mitigation plan.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss storm water rates and year-end appropriations

The Finance Committee will review the October 2023 Finance Report and continue discussions regarding storm water rates. The body will also address year-end supplemental appropriations.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 14, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to consider income tax changes and employee health benefits

The City Council will discuss updating the municipal income tax ordinance to comply with state law and implementing a Health Savings Account for 2024. The body is also considering a traffic calming study for Crossings Boulevard.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Park and Recreation Board to review hydrology studies and eclipse planning

The board will receive administrative updates on hydrology studies for Bicentennial Commons and Community Park. Members will also discuss the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse event and updates to board rules and regulations.

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Thu Nov 2, 2023 · 17:30

Public Involvement Committee of Council

Committee discusses Christmas on the Plaza and April 2024 Solar Eclipse event

The Public Involvement Committee of Council is meeting to discuss planning for Christmas on the Plaza. The body will also hear from Gary Morton regarding a Solar Eclipse event scheduled for April 8, 2024.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 24, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Monroe Council to consider medical marijuana dispensary moratorium extension

City Council will discuss extending a moratorium on new medical marijuana dispensary permits and approve several professional service agreements. The body is also reviewing a farmland agricultural district application and employee retirement benefit options.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss storm water rates

The Finance Committee will review financial reports from September 2023. The body is also scheduled to discuss storm water rates.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Oct 11, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Board discusses one-day park event and trail paving application

The Park and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss a one-day park event and review administrative updates. The agenda includes a CDBG application for trail paving at Crossings Park and updates to board rules and regulations.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers $3.2 million in bond notes for real estate acquisition

City Council is reviewing bond anticipation notes and right-of-way purchases for a culvert project. The body is also deciding on tax levy rates for 2024 and the automatic adoption of updated technical codes. Additionally, Council will consider expenditures for city network hosts and plumbing repairs.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

City Council considers $3.2 million in bond notes for public works land

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and land acquisitions for the Todhunter Road Culvert Replacement Project. The body is also considering a new collective bargaining agreement for police sergeants and the issuance of bond anticipation notes to reimburse land purchases for a public works facility.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review 2023 Bond Anticipation Notes

The Finance Committee will review the August 2023 financial report and the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction. The body will also discuss 2023 Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs).

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Sep 19, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider site plan for Ohana Car Wash

The Monroe County Planning Commission is meeting to review a site plan application. The primary item of business is the consideration of Case No. 2023-9-5.

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Wed Sep 13, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Park and Recreation Board to receive Great Miami River Trail update

The Park and Recreation Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive an administrative report. The primary topic of discussion is an update regarding the Great Miami River Trail.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers over $1.9 million in road paving and crack seal contracts

City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including asphalt paving and crack sealing for numerous city streets. The body is also considering land acquisitions for a culvert replacement and the purchase of a new medic unit for the fire department.

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Thu Sep 7, 2023 · 17:30

Public Involvement Committee of Council

Public Involvement Committee to discuss holiday events

The Public Involvement Committee of Council will meet to review the Fourth of July event and plan for Christmas on the Plaza. The meeting also includes a period for discussion and requests for future agenda items.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Aug 22, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers $300,840 for fiber connectivity and new staff benefit policies

City Council will discuss an emergency ordinance to restructure staff benefits and compensation policies. The body is also considering two technology expenditures for network hardware and fiber optic expansion.

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Tue Aug 22, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Monroe County Finance Committee to review July 2023 financial report

The Finance Committee will review the financial report from July 2023. The body will also consider the approval of expenditures.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Aug 15, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider site plan for Corken Steel

The Planning Commission will meet to review a site plan application for Corken Steel. Other business includes the approval of minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting.

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Wed Aug 9, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Monroe County Park and Recreation Board to review hydrology studies

The board will receive administrative updates regarding hydrology studies for Bicentennial Commons and Community Park. The meeting also includes a review of the updated City of Monroe website's parks page and the board's mission statement.

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Tue Aug 8, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers $100,000 contract for Downtown Master Plan

The City Council is discussing a professional services agreement with KZF Design to create a vision for Downtown Monroe. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding automotive sales and service stations.

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Tue Aug 1, 2023 · 18:30

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to review street permit fees and bonds

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss Right-of-Way and Street Opening Permit fees and bonds. The committee will also review minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Jul 26, 2023 · 18:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to discuss consultant for Downtown Master Plan

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review new business regarding a professional services consultant. This consultant would be tasked with creating a Downtown Master Plan.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jul 25, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to consider PUD amendment for Cronin Ford development

The City Council will hold a public hearing on amending a Planned Unit Development to allow a new and used automotive sales and service station on State Route 63. The body will also consider funding for public safety equipment, police wages, and infrastructure projects.

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Tue Jul 25, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY 2024-2025 State Operating Budget

The Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports from June 2023. The body is also scheduled to discuss the State Operating Budget for fiscal year 2024-2025.

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Tue Jul 18, 2023 · 17:00

Public Safety Committee of Council

Public Safety Committee to discuss fire medic unit and police staffing

The Public Safety Committee of Council will meet to discuss the Monroe Fire Department Medic Unit and appropriations for Police Department overtime and staffing.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers rezoning 126.9 acres for single-family residential development

The City Council is reviewing a rezoning request for property at Kyles Station Road and Butler Warren Road. The body is also considering the termination of an engineering contract and the initiation of a concrete assessment program for the Brittany Heights subdivision.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023 · 18:00

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to consider variance for nonconforming use expansion

The Monroe County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a variance application. The board is considering a request from Terence Frank regarding the expansion of a legally nonconforming use.

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Tue Jun 27, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Monroe City Council to hold public hearing on 2024 tax budget

City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 fiscal year tax budget and a rezoning request for a 220-unit residential development. The body will also consider several contracts for professional services and the repeal of two trail-related grants.

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Tue Jun 27, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review April and May 2023 financial reports

The Finance Committee of Council will review financial reports for April and May 2023. The meeting also includes updates on the 2022 Annual Financial Audit and the 2022 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).

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Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearing on Garver / Major PUD amendment

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a major amendment to the Garver / Major Planned Unit Development. The session includes a public hearing on Case No. 2023-6-3.

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Wed Jun 14, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Monroe Park and Recreation Board to review event applications and park projects

The board is meeting to discuss event applications and use agreements for local organizations. The agenda includes updates on the MonRover Dog Park and a discussion regarding pickleball.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jun 13, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers energy aggregation ballot initiatives and storm sewer contract

Council is deciding on two ordinances to place natural gas and electricity aggregation questions on the November ballot. The body is also considering a storm sewer replacement contract and funding for firefighter training and fiber repairs.

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Tue Jun 13, 2023 · 17:00

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to discuss Great Miami River Trail

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss the Great Miami River Trail. The session also includes time for questions and requests for future meetings.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Thu Jun 1, 2023 · 17:30

Public Involvement Committee of Council

Public Involvement Committee to discuss Fourth of July

The Public Involvement Committee of Council will meet to discuss the Fourth of July. The body will also take questions and requests for future meetings.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue May 23, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers agreement with National Inspection Corporation for building services

Council is discussing Resolution No. 36-2023 to authorize the City Manager to contract with National Inspection Corporation (NIC) for building plans examination and inspection services. The proposed five-year agreement would run through June 2028, with an option to extend to June 2033.

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Tue May 23, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Monroe County Finance Committee to review 2022 PAFR

The Finance Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review April 2023 financial reports. The body will also conduct a review of the 2022 Public Accountability Financial Report (PAFR).

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Tue May 16, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider zoning change for 126.9 acres

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a zoning map amendment and Planned Unit Development. The proposal involves changing the designation of property at Kyles Station Road and Butler Warren Road.

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Mon May 15, 2023 · 18:00

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to consider fence variance for Marshall Construction Company

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a variance application. The board is considering a request from Marshall Construction Company regarding a fence around trucking docks.

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233 S Main St, Monroe
Wed May 10, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Park and Recreation Board reviews event applications and dog park updates

The Park and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss the MonRover Dog Park and the board's vision and mission statements. The body will also review event application and use agreements for the Monroe Optimist Club and Queen City Hog Chapter #3805.

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Tue May 9, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers collective bargaining agreement for patrol officers

City Council will discuss a three-year contract with the Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association featuring annual base wage increases of 7%, 3.5%, and 3.5%. The body will also review payments for emergency plumbing and steel work.

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Thu May 4, 2023 · 17:30

Public Involvement Committee of Council

Committee to discuss May Food Truck Fair and holiday events

The Public Involvement Committee of Council is meeting to discuss planning for the May Food Truck Fair, the Memorial Day Ceremony, and Fourth of July celebrations. The meeting includes a period for questions and requests for future agenda items.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue May 2, 2023 · 17:00

Technology Committee

Technology Committee to review website redesign and Velecor contract

The Technology Committee will review a draft for a website redesign. The body will also address a contract with Velecor.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Mon May 1, 2023 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

Monroe County Historic Preservation Commission to review downtown master plan

The commission will meet to elect officers and receive a report from Development Director Tom Smith regarding the downtown master plan. No other new or old business is listed on the agenda.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Apr 26, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Park and Recreation Board to discuss vision and mission statements

The Park and Recreation Board will meet to review minutes from April 12, 2023. The board is scheduled to discuss its vision and mission statements under old business.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Monroe County Finance Committee to review March financial report

The Finance Committee will review the March 2023 financial report. Members will also discuss city credit card fees and gas and electric aggregation.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Monroe City Council to consider budget updates and infrastructure contracts

City Council will discuss supplemental appropriations for fire department tuition and infrastructure projects. The body is also reviewing an economic development strategic plan and several service contracts.

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Tue Apr 18, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider zoning change for 126.9-acre residential development

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for property at Kyles Station Road and Butler Warren Road. The body will also reconsider a site plan approval for Gateway Tire.

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Wed Apr 12, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Park and Recreation Board to discuss 4th of July event and state capital budget

The board will meet to discuss the 'Light Up The Sky' 4th of July event and the State's Capital Budget Program. Members will also review the board's vision and mission statements and future park development steps.

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Tue Apr 11, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers medical marijuana permit moratorium and police equipment purchase

City Council will discuss a 180-day moratorium on new medical marijuana retail dispensary permits. The body is also considering authorizations for natural gas procurement and a new speed and messaging trailer for the police department.

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Wed Mar 29, 2023 · 18:00

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to discuss fire station driveway and software

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss cemetery software, meter reading devices, and a driveway redesign. The meeting includes a period for questions and requests for future agendas.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Mar 28, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

City Council considers water main replacement and medical marijuana permit moratorium

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including a water main replacement on Mason Road and hydrology studies for city parks. The body is also considering a 180-day moratorium on new medical marijuana retail dispensary permits.

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Tue Mar 28, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Monroe County Finance Committee to review financial reports

The Finance Committee will review the February 2023 financial report and receive an update on the status of the 2022 financial audit.

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Thu Mar 23, 2023 · 18:00

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to ratify eligibility lists for emergency services

The Monroe County Personnel Board is meeting to ratify eligibility lists for several positions and discuss the approval process for such lists. The board will also consider approving an exam for the Operator/Laborer position.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Mar 21, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider preliminary plat on Senate Drive

The Monroe County Planning Commission will meet to review minutes from previous meetings and discuss new business. The primary item for consideration is a preliminary plat for a project on Senate Drive.

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Tue Mar 14, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Monroe City Council to consider opioid settlement and fire chief appointment

City Council will consider appointing David Leverage as Fire Chief and opting into nationwide opioid settlement agreements. The body is also reviewing updates to the city's Investment and Deposit Policy and several infrastructure expenditures.

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Wed Mar 8, 2023 · 18:00

Park and Recreation Board

Monroe County Park and Recreation Board to review park survey and facilities

The board will discuss a park survey report presented by Jennifer Patterson. Members will also review restroom facilities at Rosemont Park and floor coatings for park restrooms.

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Thu Mar 2, 2023 · 17:30

Public Involvement Committee of Council

Committee to discuss Fourth of July events

The Public Involvement Committee of Council is meeting to discuss the Light Up the Sky event and Fourth of July fireworks. The meeting also includes time for general discussion and requests for future meetings.

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233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers $1.2 million for asphalt resurfacing and budget updates

City Council will discuss supplemental appropriations for road resurfacing and insurance premiums. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding city staff positions and the elimination of the Audit Committee.

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Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Monroe County Finance Committee to review reports and investment policy

The Finance Committee will review financial reports from December 2022 and January 2023. The body will also discuss the Investment and Deposit Policy.

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Tue Feb 14, 2023 · 18:30

City Council

City Council considers new equipment and staffing changes

Monroe City Council will discuss several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, including a water tower lease and culvert replacements. The body is also considering ordinances to restructure city staffing and eliminate the Audit Committee.

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Tue Jan 10, 2023 · 00:00

City Council

Council considers rezoning 21 acres at Roden Park Drive and Crossings Boulevard

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a rezoning request for a multi-family development and a rate increase for garbage collection. The body is also considering new agreements for water main design and the purchase of decorative streetlights.

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