North College Hill, Ohio
Upcoming
Council Agendas and Minutes
North College Hill City Council will hold a second reading of a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police and first readings on three items: a $445,382.86 ARPA-funded demolition and infrastructure project at 1500 West Galbraith Road, a resolution supporting temporary public works hour adjustments during extreme heat, and an ordinance to amend city employee salaries and staffing levels.
- Second reading of RES 10-2026: collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council
- First reading of ORD 05-2026: authorize up to $445,382.86 in ARPA funds for asbestos abatement, demolition, and infrastructure improvements at 1500 West Galbraith Road
- First reading of RES 11-2026: express support for temporary adjustment of Public Works hours during extreme heat, declaring an emergency
- First reading of ORD 06-2026: amend and establish salaries and staffing levels per City Charter Section 3.06
- Executive session under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2)
Recent meetings
Council Committees
The North College Hill Budget and Finance Committee will hold a special meeting on June 15, 2026 at 6:30 pm at the Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave, Cincinnati. The committee will review and discuss all matters related to the 1500 W. Galbraith location. No other agenda items are listed.
- Review of all matters concerning 1500 W. Galbraith location
Council Agendas and Minutes
The North College Hill City Council will hold a first reading of a resolution authorizing a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police. A third reading of a resolution to certify assessments to the county auditor for the tax duplicate is also scheduled. The council will enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- First reading: RES. 10-2026 authorizing collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police
- Third reading: RES. 08-2026 certifying assessments to the county auditor for the tax duplicate
- Honoring Businesses during guest speakers
- Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) for personnel matters
- Administrative reports from mayor, city administrator, law director, finance manager
Council Agendas and Minutes
The North College Hill City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting on May 29, 2026, to discuss Council Rules 6 and 7. A motion to consider these rules was made by Council Member Brielle Gaston and seconded by Council Member Anneliese. The motion passed with all present members voting yes; Council Member Davis was absent. The discussion is scheduled for the 7:00‑9:00 pm meeting at the Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave.
- Discussion of Council Rules 6 & 7 (motion by Brielle Gaston, second by Anneliese; passed)
- Council Member Davis recorded as absent for the vote
Council Agendas and Minutes
The North College Hill City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 18, 2026. The main legislation is a third reading of an ordinance prohibiting the use of electronic wireless devices while driving, which would establish penalties. Council will also have second reading of a resolution to certify assessments to the county tax duplicate, and first reading of an ordinance banning payment of cyber ransom demands. The agenda includes an executive session for personnel and property matters.
- Third reading: ORD 03-2026 — prohibits holding or using an electronic wireless device while operating a motor vehicle in North College Hill, with penalties.
- Second reading: RES 08-2026 — certifies assessments to the County Auditor for placement on the tax duplicate.
- First reading: ORD 04-2026 — establishes a municipal policy prohibiting payment of cyber ransom demands, declared an emergency.
- Executive session authorized under Ohio law for personnel and property purchase discussions.
Council adopted the minutes from the May 4 meeting and amended the May 18 agenda. The session included discussions on police officer wellness and reports from various city committees regarding public safety and community development.
- Excused absence of Council Member Davis (6-0)
- Amended agenda to move Guest Speakers before Executive Session (6-0)
- Accepted amended agenda (6-0)
- Adopted May 4 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss personnel and property matters (6-0)
Council Agendas and Minutes
The council will hold a second reading and likely final vote on an ordinance that would ban holding electronic wireless devices while driving, with penalties. It will also hold first readings on two resolutions: one to certify assessments to the county auditor for tax duplicate placement, and another to amend a previous resolution by adding an attachment and restoring deleted language. The meeting includes an executive session on legal matters and personnel negotiations.
- Second reading of ORD 03-2026: prohibiting use of electronic wireless devices while driving, establishing penalties
- First reading of RES. 08-26: certifying assessments to the county auditor for placement on the tax duplicate
- First reading of RES. 09-2026: amending RES. 06-2026 with an attachment and restoring previously deleted language
- Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(3) and (G)(4) for attorney conferences and personnel negotiations
The council voted 6-0 to amend the agenda by adding a Guest Speaker, then voted 6-0 to accept the amended agenda. A second 6-0 vote adopted the minutes from the April 20 meeting. All votes were recorded with Council Member Davis absent.
- Amended agenda to add Guest Speaker (6-0, Davis absent)
- Accepted agenda as amended (6-0, Davis absent)
- Adopted April 20 minutes (6-0, Davis absent)
Council Agendas and Minutes
North College Hill City Council will hold third readings and likely vote on three resolutions: a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police; a community health, wellness, and sustainability framework; and an outdoor fitness court as part of the 2026 National Fitness Campaign. Additionally, a second reading will be held for a resolution authorizing participation in ODOT road salt contracts. The meeting also includes a guest speaker from Hamilton County Public Health and various committee and administrative reports.
- Third reading: RES 04-2026 – collective bargaining agreement between the city and the Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, Inc.
- Third reading: RES 05-2026 – adopting a Community Health, Wellness, and Sustainability Framework for the city, declared an emergency
- Third reading: RES 06-2026 – adopting and allocating funds for an Outdoor Fitness Court as part of the 2026 National Fitness Campaign
- Second reading: RES 07-2026 – authorizing participation in ODOT road salt contracts awarded in 2026, declared an emergency
- Guest speaker from Hamilton County Public Health
The council voted to amend the agenda by adding Ordinance 2026, which would prohibit holding an electronic wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. The amendment passed unanimously, 6‑0. The amended agenda was then accepted, also 6‑0. Minutes from the April 6 meeting were adopted with a 5‑1‑0 vote (one abstention).
- Amend agenda to add Ordinance 2026 (texting‑while‑driving ban) – passed 6‑0
- Accept agenda as amended – passed 6‑0
- Adopt minutes from April 6 meeting – passed 5‑1‑0 (Clear abstained)
Council Committees
The City and Community Development and Recreation committee will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the University of Cincinnati Outdoor Fitness Program and related grant, as well as an appraisal of the 1500 building. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Review of University of Cincinnati Outdoor Fitness Program and grant
- Discussion of 1500 building appraisal