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Moreland Hills public meetings in 2025

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

Tue Dec 16, 2025

DEIB Commission

DEIB Commission reviews 2025 budget spending and annual report

The commission will review the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects, including a community cookbook, an art center collaboration, and website development. It will examine the 2025 financial statement, noting a $27.88 overspend of the $750 budget. The body will consider adding 2‑3 new DEIB commissioners and will receive the annual DEIB report for fiscal 2025.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

Village Council

Moreland Hills Council to establish fiscal year 2026 permanent appropriations

The Village Council will consider the 2026 fiscal year budget and various administrative contracts. The meeting includes votes on insurance extensions, legal and engineering services, and personnel appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council approved FY 2026 budget and emergency sewer change order

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. It then suspended the rules and passed Ordinance 2025-43, establishing permanent appropriations for fiscal year 2026 and declaring an emergency. Finally, the council approved Ordinance 2025-44, authorizing Change Order No. 1 with United Survey, Inc. for the 2024 sewer rehabilitation program.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Village Council

Council to discuss the Village Fiber Optic Project

The Village Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Village Fiber Optic Project. The agenda also includes roll call, a period for resident questions and comments, and adjournment. No other specific actions or decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed AT&T fiber project but made no formal decisions

The Village Council heard presentations from AT&T and a consulting firm about a proposed fiber‑optic network. Members asked questions about costs, timelines, landline service, and competition. The council indicated it may vote on the project later this month, but no vote or formal action was recorded at this meeting.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

Council will discuss employee raises and upcoming ordinances

The Council Committee of the Whole will meet on Dec 3, 2025 to consider several agenda items. The meeting includes a discussion of employee salary increases and a review of upcoming ordinances. Routine reports and miscellaneous discussion are also on the agenda.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Village Council

Council to consider healthcare insurance contract with Cigna

The Village Council is holding a special meeting to review a specific ordinance. The body will discuss authorizing the Mayor to enter into a healthcare insurance contract for village employees.

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✓ Decided: Village Council approves contract with Cigna for employee health insurance

The council first voted to suspend the rules for Ordinance 2025-42. It then unanimously approved the ordinance, authorizing Mayor Spencer to enter a contract with Cigna Healthcare for village employee coverage. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

Roads & Safety Committee to discuss police budget and road safety updates

The committee will review updates from the Police, Service, and Engineering departments. Discussions include the addition of Flock LPR cameras and road maintenance activities.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Facilities Committee

Facilities Committee to review building maintenance and utility updates

The Facilities Committee will discuss maintenance updates for the Police Department and Village Hall. The body will also review utility updates and the final change order for the 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review residential additions and a hillside stairway request

The Planning Commission will review three residential project applications. This includes a public hearing for a conditional use certificate regarding a stairway in a hillside zone.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves residential projects, including 90 Greentree addition

The commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It approved an addition and renovation at 90 Greentree Road, a conditional use certificate for a second stairway at 30 Addison Lane, and a pool house at 4800 Chagrin River Road, each with a condition for engineering review of topographical and storm‑water plans. The meeting was then adjourned.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to hear variance requests for two properties

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear variance requests for a property at 3995 SOM Center Road and a property at 90 Greentree Road. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves front‑facing garage door and roof‑pitch variances at 90 Greentree Road

The Board approved the minutes of the November 3, 2025 hearing (5‑0). It accepted the Conclusions of Fact for setback and accessory‑square‑footage variances at 3995 SOM Center Road (4‑0, 1 abstention). It granted variances for a front‑facing garage door and a third roof pitch at 90 Greentree Road (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned (5‑0).

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

Committee to discuss Bentleyville Road traffic and safety updates

The Special Roads & Safety Committee will review traffic issues on Bentleyville Road. The agenda includes an introduction by the mayor and chair, a safety update from the chief, a legal update from the law director, public‑works considerations from the village engineer and service director, and a period for resident comments.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

DEIB Commission

DEIB Commission to discuss project updates and remaining budget

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Commission will review progress on community projects and determine how to spend the remaining $678.55 in funds. The body will also discuss collaborations with the Orange Art Center and local food and book banks.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Parks Commission

Commission to set 2026 date for Head for the Hills community event

The Parks Commission will review updates from the mayor and the service department, recap the recent Fall Fest, and select the 2026 date for the Head for the Hills event based on survey feedback. The commission will also revisit ideas for improvements to Veterans Park. Additional business includes noting there will be no December meeting.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Village Council

Council to ban private residential swimming pool rentals

The Village Council will consider several emergency ordinances. One ordinance (ORD 2025-27) amends zoning and recreation codes to clarify that private residential swimming pool rentals are not permitted. Additional ordinances (ORD 2025-39 and ORD 2025-40) authorize the mayor to purchase new pumps for the Easton Pump Station and to contract United Survey for smoke and dye testing at the Jackson Valley Pump Station. The meeting also includes a public hearing and routine council business.

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✓ Decided: Council passes ordinance banning private residential pool rentals

The council approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. Police Officer Brent Hathaway was sworn in as a new officer. Ordinance 2025-27, which prohibits the rental of private residential swimming pools, was passed on third reading.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

Council Committee discusses fiber optic RFP and upcoming ordinances

The Council Committee of the Whole will review a fiber optic Request for Proposals presented by Tom Reid and Sean O’Malley of Reid Consulting Group. The meeting includes reports from the mayor and other municipal officials, an update from the Council President, and consideration of upcoming ordinances. A miscellaneous discussion will follow before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council approved September 3 minutes; fiber plan still under review

The council voted to approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. Council members then reviewed the fiber optic RFP results and compared proposals from AT&T and Chagrin Valley Gig, but no contract was selected. The next step is to hold a public meeting before any contract negotiations.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Green Commission

Cleveland Metroparks will present the All‑Purpose Trail for South Chagrin

The Green Commission will hear a presentation from Cleveland Metroparks about a proposed All‑Purpose Trail through the South Chagrin Reservation. No formal decision is listed on the agenda; the item appears to be informational. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of September minutes and miscellaneous business.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

Village engineer will provide an update on the 2025 Drainage and Culvert Program.

The Roads & Safety Committee will hear resident concerns about Bentleyville Road and receive updates from the Police Department, Village Engineer, and Service Department. Topics include a new officer in training, a hiring candidate in the final phase, the 2025 Drainage and Culvert Program, equipment and road repairs, and a recent storm clean‑up. No formal actions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Roads & Safety Committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion to adjourn was then approved, ending the session. No other formal actions were voted on during this meeting.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Facilities Committee

Employee restroom remodel at Village Hall – materials acquisition discussed

The Facilities Committee will discuss building maintenance items, including the police department and the acquisition of materials for the Village Hall handicap door restroom remodel. Utilities topics include updates to the plant and pump stations, a pump replacement at the Easton Pump Station, and a testing contract for the Jackson Valley Pump Station investigation. Parks and greenspace items cover village landscaping projects and fall leaf clean‑up at Garfield Park. The committee will also address pavilion restroom issues.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved prior meeting minutes unanimously

The Facilities Committee approved the September 30 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The committee discussed replacing the Easton Lane pump station with a Barnes chopper pump and plans to recommend awarding Jackson Valley testing to United Survey, but no final vote was taken. Ongoing maintenance issues were noted, and the committee will seek quotes for time‑activated locks for pavilion restrooms.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews exterior alterations for two private homes

The Moreland Hills Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its October 6, 2025 meeting. It will then consider an exterior alteration request for the Farris Residence at 30790 Jackson Road, submitted by owners Timothy and Hilary Farris with architect Eli Mahler & Associates. Finally, the commission will discuss a sunroom addition/reconstruction for the Zuker Residence at 70 Cableknoll Lane, a project previously approved in July 2021. The meeting will conclude with discussion and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved sunroom addition at 70 Cableknoll Lane with roof‑pitch condition

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6 meeting. It also approved exterior alterations at 30790 Jackson Road, including removal of a garage door and new siding. Finally, the commission approved the previously authorized sunroom addition at 70 Cableknoll Lane, conditioning approval on no more than two roof pitches and recommending the roof slope match the house.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Brown Property variances for setbacks and accessory barn at 3995 SOM Center Road

The Board will approve minutes from the October 6, 2025 hearing, consider conclusions of fact for a lot split/consolidation on Nyman Properties (35095 Miles Road/4925 SOM Center Road), and decide on variances requested for front and side setbacks and an accessory barn on the Brown Property at 3995 SOM Center Road. The meeting will conclude with discussion and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Oct. 6 minutes and dismissed Nyman variance after withdrawal

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 hearing. The applicant for the Nyman Properties lot‑split variance withdrew the request, so the Board took no further action. No vote was taken on the variances requested for the Brown Property; the matter was left for future consideration.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

DEIB Commission

Commission will decide how to allocate the remaining $678.55

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Commission will review the September 16, 2025 minutes and discuss the Accidental Anchorwoman Book Club. It will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including a community cookbook, an art‑center collaboration, newsletter/social media, website development, and a book‑club subcommittee. The commission will also review its financial statement and decide how to spend the remaining $678.55, and will receive an update on DNO insurance.

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Mon Oct 20, 2025

Parks Commission

Commission plans Fall Fest, reviews Cabin & Birth Site Park, and recaps Head for the Hills

The Parks Commission will discuss updates from the mayor and service department, consider closing the Cabin at Cabin & Birth Site Park and identify any needs before spring 2026, recap the 2025 Head for the Hills event with financial results and feedback, and finalize planning for the Fall Fest on October 25. The board will also revisit ideas for improvements to Veterans Park before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approved September minutes and set no December meeting

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 15 meeting, pending a change to remove a former member from the absent list. Commissioners decided the board will not meet in December. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Village Council

Council considers ban on private residential swimming pool rentals

The Village Council will discuss ordinances regarding pool rentals, road resurfacing, and public service contracts. The body is also reviewing agreements for fire protection and emergency medical services.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the September 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The council voted to approve the minutes of the September 20, 2025 regular meeting as amended. All six members present voted aye and none voted nay, so the motion carried. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Planning Commission

Public hearing on ordinance banning private residential swimming pool rentals

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-27, which amends swimming pool regulations to prohibit private residential pool rentals and declares an emergency. The commission will also consider three development applications: an accessory building at 34775 Miles Road, exterior alterations and an addition at 40 Winterberry Lane, and a re‑plat of the Moreland Commons subdivision on Chagrin Boulevard. After reviewing these items, the commission will adjourn.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves townhome plat revisions and multiple building projects

The commission approved the September 2 minutes with minor corrections. It approved an accessory barn at 34775 Miles Road and an exterior addition at 40 Winterberry Lane. It also approved the re‑plat revisions for the Moreland Commons townhomes. No decision was made on the proposed swimming‑pool ordinance.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to review lot splits and garage variances

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to establish conclusions of fact for two properties. The session includes a continued review of a lot split and a variance for a detached garage.

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✓ Decided: Board approves accessory building variance for 33435 Jackson Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes and deferred a vote on Nyman Properties lot split/consolidation to the November 3, 2025 hearing. It also approved a variance allowing a detached garage at 33435 Jackson Road by a 4‑to‑2 vote, requiring evergreen screening on the west facade. The meeting was adjourned at 6:02 pm.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

Committee will consider South Woodland Road resurfacing project

The Roads & Safety Committee will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the South Woodland road resurfacing funded by ODOT and the 2025 asphalt program. It will also discuss police department equipment orders and background checks for two officer candidates. Additional items include a resident concern about Bentleyville Road, service department repairs, and recent storm‑related clean‑up.

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✓ Decided: Road & Safety Committee approved meeting minutes and adjourned

The committee voted to approve the September 30, 2025 minutes. The meeting was then adjourned. No other substantive actions were decided.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

Facilities Committee

Facilities Committee will review building maintenance and park projects

The committee will consider maintenance work for the police department gutter tape, the Village Hall restroom handicap door, and the Salt Barn roof. It will receive updates on the plant and pump station. The committee will also discuss landscaping projects, including tree planting on South Strawberry and work at Garfield Park. No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Approved Agresta gutter tape repair contract for Police Department

The committee approved the September 2 meeting minutes unanimously. It agreed to move ahead with Agresta's $11,500 gutter‑tape repair for the Police Department. The committee approved replacing two removed trees with new ones on S. Strawberry and at the Pavilion. It approved adding pest control at Garfield Cabin to the village‑wide contract. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

DEIB Commission

Commission will review the Fiscal 2025 year‑end report

The commission will review the August 15, 2025 meeting minutes and the “We Are Moreland Hills” initiative. Members will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including a community cookbook, an art center collaboration, newsletter and website work, and a book‑club subcommittee. The agenda also includes a review of the Neighborhood Block Party held on August 24, 2025 and a presentation of the Fiscal 2025 year‑end report.

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✓ Decided: Commission adjourned meeting at 8:16 PM after motions and discussions

The commission moved to approve the August 19 minutes; the motion was seconded. The commission deferred further discussion of the $750 allocation to next month after a motion was made and seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 PM after a motion that carried.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Parks Commission

Parks Commission to plan Head for the Hills 2025 and Fall Fest

The Parks Commission will discuss planning for the Head for the Hills 2025 event and the October 25th Fall Fest. The body will also receive updates on the Cabin & Birth Site Park and trail maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves August minutes and adjourns meeting

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously. In addition, the commission ordered 130 tote bags for the upcoming Head for the Hills event.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Village Council

Council to approve extension audit services agreement with Julian & Grube, Inc.

The Moreland Hills Village Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances. Items include authorizing the mayor to extend an audit services agreement with Julian & Grube, Inc. for five fiscal years, entering a grant program with the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, and approving forms for opioid settlement agreements. Additional measures cover a purchase of a recycle truck and the adoption of budget‑commission tax levy rates.

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✓ Decided: Council approves West Juniper storm‑sewer relief project

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the August 13 meeting. It also approved a motion allowing the Village Engineer to develop specifications and begin easement acquisition for the West Juniper Storm Sewer Relief Improvement Project. The council discussed recycling‑cart stickers and possible fines, but no action was taken on those items.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

Council to discuss Chagrin Valley Fire Department contract renewal

The Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the renewal of the Chagrin Valley Fire Department contract with Chief Frank Zugan. The body will also review upcoming ordinances and receive reports from municipal officials.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a 12% yearly increase to the fire contract for 2026‑2028

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. Council members discussed the Chagrin Valley Fire Department contract renewal and decided to adopt a 12% annual increase for the three‑year contract, using ambulance billing offsets to fund capital costs. The fire chiefs will send the proposed contract to each community for signature.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Green Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved the meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The Green Commission approved the September 3 meeting minutes after a motion by Ms. Neuger and a second by Ms. Dawson. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Ms. Meli. The board also discussed updates on recycling audits, waste‑reduction flyers, website plans, upcoming community events, and a possible South Chagrin Metroparks trail project, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss ban on private residential pool rentals

The Planning Commission will hold a preliminary discussion on an ordinance to prohibit private residential swimming pool rentals. The body will also review several residential construction and zoning requests.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves ordinance banning private pool rentals

The commission approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting. It conditionally approved a detached garage at 33435 Jackson Road, an addition at 4800 Chagrin River Road, and a detached garage with porch extension at 12 Cotswold Lane. It also approved the revised design for a new home at 35 Hopewell Trail and the accompanying hillside zoning certificate. Finally, the commission adopted Ordinance 2025-27, which clarifies that private residential swimming pool rentals are prohibited.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Road & Safety Committee approves minutes and orders removal of certain road signs

The committee approved the September 2 meeting minutes. It decided to pull the road‑closed signs at Giles and Millcreek, leaving only the dead‑end sign. No other formal actions were voted on; the meeting was then adjourned.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Facilities Committee

✓ Decided: Facilities Committee approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

The committee unanimously approved the August 5 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned at 11:14 a.m.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approves 470‑sq ft garage variance at 33435 Jackson Road with screening condition

The Board approved the amended Conclusions of Fact for the garage addition at 185 Murwood Drive. It deferred the vote on the Nyman Properties lot‑split conclusions to the October 6 meeting. It also approved a 470‑square‑foot variance for a detached garage at 33435 Jackson Road, conditional on additional evergreen screening, and approved the minutes of prior meetings.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

DEIB Commission

✓ Decided: Commission carried motion to adjourn and discussed July 15 minutes

The commission made and seconded a motion to approve the July 15, 2025 minutes (outcome not recorded). A motion to adjourn the meeting was carried. The session also included updates on the cookbook project, Orange Art Center Art Fest, newsletter, website, book clubs, and planning for the September community event.

Mon Aug 18, 2025

Parks Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved signage purchases and set Fall Fest schedule

The commission approved the purchase of two overhead banners, 20 new road signs, and a sponsor banner. The Fall Fest on October 25 was scheduled for 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., extending the event by one hour. The minutes from the July 21 meeting were adopted, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Village Council

✓ Decided: Council approved bid process for 2025 Culvert and Drainage Program

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. Matthew Spannagel was sworn in to serve on the DEIB and Green Commissions. A motion was carried to let the Village Engineer develop specifications and advertise bids for the 2025 Culvert and Drainage Program.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

✓ Decided: Council approved July 2 minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Council voted to approve the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:43 pm. No other substantive actions were decided during this session.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Road & Safety Committee approved the August 5 meeting minutes

The committee established a quorum and approved the minutes from the August 5 meeting. The village engineer presented a $30,213.50 contract award request for pavement marking, but the outcome was not recorded. The service department plans to budget replacement of five computers in 2026 and to replace a 12‑inch culvert with a 15‑inch culvert on Lochspur. Residents discussed flooding and traffic concerns, but no further actions were decided.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Facilities Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved July 1 minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Facilities Committee unanimously approved the July 1 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded and carried, ending the meeting at 11:14 am. No other substantive actions were decided.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved master suite and screen porch additions, plus meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting. It then approved a master‑suite addition at 185 Sterncrest Drive and a screen‑porch addition at 95 Ridgecreek Trail. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approves Moore garage variances with evergreen screening condition

The Board postponed approval of the July 7 minutes and the Nyman property conclusions until the September 2 meeting (5‑0 vote). It then approved the side‑setback and front‑facing garage door variances for the Moore residence, requiring evergreen screening at the property line (3‑2 vote). No other applications were decided.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

Parks Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved May 19 minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Parks Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

DEIB Commission

✓ Decided: Commission adjourned the meeting at 8:24 PM

The DEIB Commission voted to adjourn the July 15, 2025 meeting at 8:24 PM. No other motions were recorded as carried. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion items.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved six building projects, including a new 5,500‑sq‑ft home

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 2 meeting with a correction. It also approved a rear porch addition, a lot split/consolidation, a breezeway addition, a new dwelling, and an addition with contingencies at several village properties. All motions passed with no nay votes.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and Myeroff side‑setback variances

The Board unanimously approved the minutes of the June 2, 2025 Board of Zoning Appeals hearing, with one modification on the second page. The Board also unanimously approved the Conclusions of Fact for two side‑setback variances for the Myeroff Residence at 4265 Giles Road. No other variances were granted or denied at this meeting.

Wed Jul 2, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

✓ Decided: Council approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 council meeting. The motion was made by Mr. Vincent, seconded by Mr. Fish, and carried unanimously with six ayes and no nays. No other actions were formally decided during this meeting.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Road & Safety Committee approved the meeting minutes

The committee approved the July 1 meeting minutes after a motion by Mayor Ethan Spencer and second by Bill Janke. Members discussed resident concerns, police and village updates, and recommended purchasing a debris loader from Marshall. The meeting was then adjourned.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Facilities Committee

✓ Decided: Facilities Committee approved June 3rd meeting minutes unanimously

The committee approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn was made and the meeting was adjourned at 11:12 am. No other formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

DEIB Commission

✓ Decided: Commission adjourned meeting at 8:30 PM

The DEIB Commission voted to adjourn the June 17, 2025 meeting at 8:30 PM, and the motion was carried. Several other items, such as book‑club messaging and a cookbook plan, were discussed and motions were made, but no outcomes were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Village Council

✓ Decided: Council approved emergency contract for comminutor replacement and passed budget transfers

The council approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes and swore in Sergeant Josh White after his promotion. It passed Ordinance 2025-22, authorizing an emergency contract for the Jackson Valley and Woodland Glen comminutor replacement project, and Ordinance 2025-23, moving $100,000 to the Police/Fire Levy, $20,000 to the Police Pension Fund, and $17,000 for garage doors at the Police Department. Council voted to cancel the July regular meeting but will keep a July Committee of the Whole to discuss the fiber‑optics project. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 pm.

Wed Jun 4, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

✓ Decided: Council approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes as amended

Council members voted to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting after amendments were proposed. The motion was made by Mr. Janke, seconded by Mr. Fish, and passed unanimously with six ayes and no nays. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved the prior meeting’s minutes

The Roads & Safety Committee met, established quorum and approved the previous meeting’s minutes with no changes. Residents raised severe flooding at 3780 Chagrin River Road; the mayor will work with the village engineer on a response. The committee received updates on police staffing, training events, and service department activities, but no further actions were decided.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Facilities Committee

✓ Decided: Facilities Committee approved May 6 minutes unanimously

The committee voted to approve the May 6 meeting minutes after a motion and second, with a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided; the agenda consisted of updates on building maintenance, utilities, parks, and miscellaneous items. The meeting was adjourned at 11:23 a.m.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Rear pergola and front patio cover approved for 5000 Chagrin River Rd

The Planning Commission approved the rear pergola and front covered patio addition at 5000 Chagrin River Road, requiring added bracketing on the front columns. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting, postponed the Rayburn Residence variance, and postponed the Myeroff Residence breezeway addition to the July 7, 2025 meeting. A front‑setback variance for the Heksch residence and a side‑setback variance for the Myeroff residence were noted as granted.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved a 12‑foot front setback variance for 5000 Chagrin River Rd

The Board approved the minutes of the May 5, 2025 hearing with two corrections. It approved the Finding of Facts for the accessory‑shed variance at 550 Chagrin Boulevard. The Board voted to grant a 12‑foot front‑setback variance for a covered patio at 5000 Chagrin River Road, conditioned on design approval by the Planning Commission. It also approved side‑setback variances for a breezeway addition at 4625 Giles Road, conditioned on design approval and additional landscape screening.

Tue May 20, 2025

DEIB Commission

✓ Decided: Ordinance 2025-16 amends DEIB Commission duties and organization

The commission approved the April 15 minutes with a correction to the food‑truck name. An emergency ordinance (No. 2025‑16) was adopted to revise the DEIB Commission’s duties, functions and organization, taking effect immediately. The June 3 book club will discuss Ta‑Nehisi Coates’s *The Message* in the Orange Library room. Additional updates included a scheduled mural‑artist selection on May 22 and an Art Fest set for August 16.

Mon May 19, 2025

Parks Commission

✓ Decided: April 21, 2025 Parks Commission minutes approved

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

Wed May 14, 2025

Village Council

✓ Decided: Village Council adopts solid waste plan and multiple emergency ordinances

The council approved the minutes from the April 9 meeting. It passed seven emergency ordinances covering a drainage change order, the 2025 asphalt pavement program, DEIB commission amendments, and updates to clothing allowances for the service and police departments, and adopted the Cuyahoga County solid waste management plan. All motions carried with unanimous affirmative votes, except one abstention on the solid waste plan.

Wed May 7, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes

Council President Emerman called the meeting to order. Mr. Fish moved, and Mr. Vincent seconded, to approve the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. All members present voted aye, with no nays, and the motion carried. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

Wed May 7, 2025

Green Commission

✓ Decided: Mission statement vote postponed pending additional public input

The commission approved the March 5, 2025 minutes. The vote on a new mission statement was tabled until more community input is gathered. Ms. Meli agreed to email residents to recruit volunteers for the September 13 "We are Moreland Hills" event. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

Tue May 6, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Officer Josh White promoted to Sergeant, effective May 10

The committee approved that there were no minutes from the prior meeting. It agreed to install a “Children at Play” sign on Jackson Road, with Chief Dietzel coordinating installation. Sgt. Tackla’s resignation was accepted and Officer Josh White was promoted to Sergeant, effective May 10.

Tue May 6, 2025

Facilities Committee

✓ Decided: Facilities Committee approved March minutes and adjourned the meeting

The committee unanimously approved the March 4" meeting minutes as amended. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:18 am. No other substantive actions were taken.

Mon May 5, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved six residential projects and meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting. It also approved additions, renovations, and new construction for six residences, each with required engineering or storm‑water conditions. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

Mon May 5, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved an 8‑inch height variance for Grannum driveway columns

The Board approved the April 7 minutes with typographical corrections. It deferred the Chess Residence variance to the June 2 meeting. The request for driveway bollard variance was postponed to June 2, 2025. The Board approved an eight‑inch height variance for the Grannum residence entrance columns.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

Parks Commission

✓ Decided: Parks Commission approved minutes, assumed MHHS duties, and set Fall Fest date

The commission approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted to have the Parks Commission assume MHHS responsibilities for the Cabin and Birth Site area. Fall Fest 2025 was scheduled for Saturday, October 25. The commission decided not to open the cabin during the Greening of the Hills event.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

DEIB Commission

✓ Decided: DEIB Commission adjourned the meeting at 8:36 PM after motions passed

The commission members made a motion to approve the March 18 minutes, which was seconded but the outcome was not recorded. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and carried, ending the session at 8:36 PM. The minutes also noted updates on the upcoming Book Club event and other community projects.

Wed Apr 9, 2025

Village Council

✓ Decided: Mayor approves promotion of Officer Sean Schoger to Second Class Patrol

The council approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Mayor Spencer approved the promotion of Officer Sean Schoger to Second Class Patrol. No other substantive actions were voted on during the meeting.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved seven residential construction projects at April 7 meeting

The commission approved the March 3 minutes and unanimously approved additions, exterior alterations, a conditional‑use certificate for stairs, and a porch addition for multiple residences. All motions carried with votes of five in favor and none against. No other substantive actions were taken.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved side‑setback variance for 255 Meadowood Lane with landscaping condition

The board approved the minutes of the March 3, 2025 hearing with one correction. The Chess Residence accessory‑shed variance was deferred to the May 5 meeting because it lacked a majority vote. The board approved a side‑setback variance for 255 Meadowood Lane, requiring a landscape plan approved by the building official. The board also accepted the Conclusions of Fact supporting that variance.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Council Committee of the Whole

✓ Decided: Council approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 council meeting. The motion was carried with all members voting aye and no nays recorded.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Road & Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Roads & Safety Committee met; motion was made and seconded, no vote recorded

The committee met on April 1, 2025. A motion was made by Bill Janke and seconded by Chief Dietzel, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. Updates were given on road signs, the 2025 asphalt program, equipment sale, drainage work, tree pruning, pothole repairs, and radio license renewal.