North Ridgeville public meetings in 2023

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 18, 2023, with several items on the agenda. They will consider first readings of ordinances and resolutions, including a moratorium on marijuana-related businesses, an increase in the French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant contract, and property maintenance code changes. The council will also review Planning Commission recommendations on a building addition, a street vacation, and a rezoning, and take action on various other items.

• First reading: Moratorium on permits for retail dispensaries, cultivators, processors, or other marijuana businesses (T 145-2023)
• First reading: Increase French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant aeration/mixing contract from $6.7 million to $8,284,679 (T 147-2023)
• First reading: Amend sludge hauling ordinance, increasing annual amount from $400,000 to $500,000 (T 141-2023)
• Planning Commission approved rezoning of 39097 Center Ridge Rd from B-3 to I-2 (T 140-2023, public hearing)
• Planning Commission approved street vacation of Pleasant Ave for expanded parking (T 146-2023)

City Council approved an immediate moratorium on permits for marijuana dispensaries, cultivators, and processors. The council also increased funding for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and approved several zoning and land-use requests.

• Approved moratorium on marijuana business permits (7-0)
• Increased French Creek wastewater treatment plant upgrade budget to $8,284,679.00 (7-0)
• Approved 1,325 sq ft addition for Animal Clinic Northview (7-0)
• Approved street vacation of a portion of Pleasant Avenue (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 39097 Center Ridge Rd to Light Industrial District (7-0)
• Adopted Civil Service rule changes including 'Rule of Three' (4-3)
• Approved salary changes for Council members effective Jan 1, 2026 (7-0)
• Increased annual sludge hauling amount to $500,000.00 (7-0)

City Council

This meeting agenda is for a public hearing scheduled for December 18, 2023, to consider a zoning map amendment for two parcels at 39097 Center Ridge Road, rezoning them from B-3 Highway Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial. However, the hearing has been cancelled, so no action will be taken on this item at this meeting.

• Public hearing cancelled for ordinance T 140-2023
• Rezoning of parcels 07-00-046-108-012 and 07-00-046-108-113 at 39097 Center Ridge Road from B-3 to I-2

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to rezone property at 39097 Center Ridge Road from B-3 Highway Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial. The meeting also includes first and second readings of other items, though no other specific legislation is listed.

• Rezoning of 39097 Center Ridge Road (parcels 07-00-046-108-012 and 07-00-046-108-113) from B-3 to I-2
• Public hearing on the rezoning ordinance
• Second reading of ordinance T 140-2023

City Council moved one zoning ordinance to its third reading. No other substantive decisions were made during the special meeting.

• Moved Ordinance T 140-2023 to third reading (rezoning 39097 Center Ridge Road from B-3 Highway Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial)

Records Commission

The North Ridgeville Records Commission will meet to consider approving records retention schedules (RC-2) for the Parks and Recreation Division, Office for Older Adults, and Fire Department. The commission will also review minutes from its July 13, 2023 meeting. These schedules determine how long various city records must be kept before disposal.

• Parks and Recreation RC-2: includes retention for park property plans (permanent), facility rental contracts (2 years after expiration), and instructor contracts (2 years)
• Office for Older Adults RC-2: includes retention for balance sheets (3 years), cash books (3 years after annual audit), and client payment files (3 years after annual audit)
• Fire Department RC-2: includes retention for arson reports (50 years), fire incident reports (10 years), and employee personnel records (purge 2 years after leaving service)
• Approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Records Commission approved updated records retention schedules (RC-2) for the Parks and Recreation Division, the Office for Older Adults, and the Fire Department, all by unanimous 4-0 votes. Changes included setting contract retention to 15 years after expiration or termination, adding 'after Annual Audit' to certain retention periods, and updating media types and retention periods for various records. The commission also discussed but did not vote on raising fees for records request copies.

• Approved RC-2 for Parks and Recreation with contract retention set to 15 years after expiration or termination (4-0)
• Approved RC-2 for Office for Older Adults with retention period amended to '3 years after Annual Audit' for Schedules 2015-01 and 2015-05 (4-0)
• Approved RC-2 for Fire Department with multiple schedule updates including electronic media types and revised retention periods (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting as submitted

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a rezoning request for two parcels at 39097 Center Ridge Road, currently zoned B-3 Highway Commercial, to I-2 Light Industrial. The applicant, Vacancy Holding, LLC, seeks the change. The commission will review the proposal and may make a recommendation to City Council.

• Rezoning of 39097 Center Ridge Rd (PPN 07-00-046-108-012 & -013) from B-3 Highway Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial
• Applicant: Richard Cook, Vacancy Holding, LLC
• Ordinance T 140-2023 introduced by Mayor Corcoran on 12-04-2023

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning application for two parcels at 39097 Center Ridge Rd from B-3 Highway Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial, with a unanimous 4-0 vote. The applicant, Richard Cook of Vacancy Holding, LLC, had already purchased the property and sought the change to allow light manufacturing of lifting rings. The commission noted the area's mixed industrial character and the lack of an up-to-date Master Plan. The motion was moved by Schumann and seconded by Ali.

• Approved rezoning of 39097 Center Ridge Rd (PPN 07-00-046-108-012 & -013) from B-3 to I-2 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on December 12, 2023, to consider a proposed ordinance imposing a 180-day moratorium on truck terminal permits and applications, review administrative zoning approvals, and discuss new business including a building addition and a street vacation. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting.

• Ordinance No. 6108-2023: 180-day moratorium on truck terminal permits and applications in B-3 Highway Commercial District
• Administrative approvals: parking lot expansion (Greg Oliver State Farm), zoning compliance for daycare, hair salon, barbershop, fitness center, office space
• New business: Animal Clinic Northview 1,325 sq ft addition at 36400 Center Ridge Rd
• New business: Thomas Kelly street vacation of Pleasant Ave for expanded parking at 33290 Center Ridge Rd
• Master Plan Update discussion

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission approved a 1,325-square-foot addition to Animal Clinic Northview, conditioned on meeting the city's stormwater ordinance. It also approved a street vacation for Pleasant Avenue to allow expanded parking for an abutting business, conditioned on adding a water line easement. The 2024 Commission Meeting Calendar was approved. Six administrative approvals and zoning certificates were noted, and a truck terminal moratorium ordinance was received.

• Approved Animal Clinic Northview addition (4-0), conditioned on stormwater ordinance compliance
• Approved Pleasant Ave street vacation (4-0), conditioned on water line easement
• Approved 2024 Commission Meeting Calendar (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 10, 2023 meeting
• Noted six administrative approvals and zoning certificates
• Received Ordinance No. 6108-2023 imposing a 180-day moratorium on truck terminal permits

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to review protests regarding the Police Sergeant, Captain, and Lieutenant promotional written exams and will take action. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering roll call, minutes, reports, and unfinished business.

• Review of protests to Police Sergeant, Captain & Lieutenant Promotional written exams
• Action by Civil Service on exam protests

The Commission voted 2-0 to declare the Police Sergeant, Captain, and Lieutenant promotional written exams invalid, citing that the cumulative issues eliminated the competitive nature required by the Ohio Constitution and City Charter. They ordered a new round of testing with Administration assistance. No public comments were given.

• Declared police promotional exams invalid (2-0)
• Ordered new round of testing with Administration assistance

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed financial reports and project updates. The commission is investigating cost-trimming measures after a $937,000 estimate was received for the Root Road Park parking lot project, which significantly exceeds the $550,000 original budget.

• Root Road Park Parking Lot Project estimate of $937,000
• Recycle Ohio Grant application for $10,000 for water bottle refilling stations
• Trust Fund unencumbered balance of $302,520.42 through October 2023
• Park and Recreation Improvement Fund unencumbered balance of $281,051.26 through October 2023
• CLE Stache Dash raised $4,143.89 in net profit

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting, both by a 5-0 vote. The meeting was largely informational, with reports on finances, recreation programs, and grounds maintenance. The director reported that the engineer's estimate for the Root Road Park parking lot project is $937K, exceeding the original $550K budget, and that the city is exploring ways to trim costs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2023 meeting (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving minutes, receiving oaths of office for new hires, certifying payroll, and re-certifying eligibility lists. They will also review protests to the Police Lieutenant and Captain promotional written exams. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Received Oath of Office for Firefighter/Paramedic Kory Campbell (dated October 19, 2023)
• Received Oath of Office for Patrolman Bryan Adams (dated November 1, 2023)
• Certification of payroll by Civil Service Commission (Per Rule I, Section 3)
• Re-certify Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List
• Review of protests to Police Lieutenant and Captain Promotional written exams

The Commission certified the city payroll following the appointments of a new firefighter and patrolman. Members also reviewed and voted on protests regarding Police Captain and Lieutenant promotional exams, opting to deny some, accept additional answers for others, and discard several questions due to vagueness. Several remaining protest questions were tabled pending further review of source materials.

• Approved September 25 and November 8 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Certified city payroll list (3-0)
• Denied 7 protests for Captain/Lieutenant exams (3-0)
• Discarded 4 exam questions due to vagueness or poor writing (3-0)
• Accepted additional correct answers for 2 exam questions (3-0)
• Tabled 8 exam questions pending review of source materials (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting on December 4, 2023, with several first readings of ordinances, including the 2024 appropriations budget, an amended sewer agreement with Avon, a property purchase, and a contract for the Maddock Road box culvert. The council will also have second readings on salary changes for council members, amendments to general offenses and traffic codes, and civil service rules. A third reading will consider vacating Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue.

• First reading: 2024 appropriations ordinance (T 138-2023)
• First reading: Amended sanitary sewer agreement with Avon for Countryside Estates #1 (T 133-2023)
• First reading: Contract for Maddock Road box culvert over Watson Ditch, not to exceed $440,000 (T 135-2023)
• Second reading: Salary changes for council members and president effective Jan 1, 2026 (T 124-2023)
• Third reading: Vacating Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue (T 97-2023)

The City Council approved the 2024 annual appropriations ordinance and authorized the purchase of real property for industrial development. Additionally, the Council passed updates to the city's general offense and traffic codes and finalized a sanitary sewer agreement with the City of Avon. Several other ordinances were moved to second or third readings, and one item regarding the vacation of Elm Street was tabled.

• Adopted 2024 annual appropriations ordinance (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of real property (7-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer agreement with City of Avon (7-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer service contract with City of Elyria (7-0)
• Adopted updates to general offense code (7-0)
• Adopted updates to traffic code (7-0)
• Tabled legislation T 97-2023 regarding Elm Street (7-0)

Administrative Committee

The Administrative Committee will review two ordinances: one changing the city's legislation numbering system starting in 2024, and another providing salary increases for council members and the council president effective January 1, 2026. The committee will also approve minutes from a May 2021 meeting.

• Ordinance T 115-2023: Amends legislation numbering system, removing 'T' prefix and using sequential numbers like '2024-1' starting January 1, 2024
• Ordinance T 124-2023: Increases council member salaries by $2,000 effective January 1, 2026, then 2% annually thereafter; council president gets additional $2,000 premium
• Approval of Administrative Committee minutes from May 18, 2021

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 20, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. The body will consider first readings of ordinances, including salary changes for council members, updates to general offenses and traffic codes, and a $420,000 contract for hydrant replacements. Key items include resolutions for a $8,284,679 wastewater treatment plant upgrade and the appropriation of land for roundabouts at State Route 83 and Chestnut Ridge Road.

• $420,000 contract for 2023 hydrant replacements and appurtenances
• $8,284,679 loan for CM Tank Blower Upgrade Project at French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Ordinance to vacate Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue
• Three ordinances appropriating land for roundabouts at State Route 83 and Chestnut Ridge Road (Parcels 14A-WD, 12-WD, 14-T1, T2)
• Ordinance amending general offenses and traffic codes with updated penalties and codification

Council approved five emergency ordinances and one resolution. Three ordinances authorized taking property for the State Route 83/Chestnut Ridge roundabout, one authorized a $420,000 hydrant replacement contract, and a resolution authorized a $8,284,679 water pollution control loan for the French Creek wastewater plant. All passed 7-0.

• Approved $420,000 hydrant replacement contract (Ordinance 6114-2023, 7-0)
• Approved property taking for SR 83/Chestnut Ridge roundabout, Parcel 14A-WD (Ordinance 6115-2023, 7-0)
• Approved property taking for roundabout, Parcel 12-WD (Ordinance 6116-2023, 7-0)
• Approved property taking for roundabout, Parcel 14-T1, T2 (Ordinance 6117-2023, 7-0)
• Approved $8,284,679 WPCLF loan for French Creek wastewater blower upgrade (Resolution 1622-2023, 7-0)
• Moved T 124-2023 (council salary changes) to second reading
• Moved T 125-2023 (general offenses code amendments) to second reading
• Moved T 126-2023 (traffic code amendments) to second reading

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One involves a previously denied outbuilding size variance that was granted reconsideration, and the other concerns excessive lot coverage on a residential property. The board will also review minutes from its October 26 meeting and receive a planning commission report and master plan update.

• Public hearing PPZ2023-0220: Gregory Shupp, 7118 Wil-Lou Lane, requests 444 sq ft variance for 1,120 sq ft outbuilding (code allows 676 sq ft); previously denied 9/28/2023, reconsideration granted 10/26/2023
• Public hearing PPZ2023-0230: Michael McCartney, 36480 Chestnut Ridge Rd, requests 7% variance for excessive lot coverage (17% shown vs 10% allowed)
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2023 regular meeting
• Planning Commission report
• Master Plan Update discussion

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals reconsidered and approved an outbuilding size variance for 7118 Wil-Lou Lane with the condition that no other structures be built on the property. The Board also denied a lot coverage variance for 36480 Chestnut Ridge Road after discussing existing property violations and neighborhood complaints.

• Approved a 444-square foot outbuilding size variance at 7118 Wil-Lou Lane with a condition of no additional structures (3-1)
• Denied a 7% excessive lot coverage variance at 36480 Chestnut Ridge Road (4-0)

Finance Committee

The North Ridgeville Finance Committee is holding a three-day meeting to review the proposed 2024 budget, with department presentations scheduled for Fire, Police, Planning, Engineering, Capital Projects, Building, French Creek, Service, City Garage, Park & Recreation, and Computer Services. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is primarily a budget review process, with no final decisions listed.

• 2024 budget review with department presentations over three days
• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from November 2021 and November 2022
• Budget Binder Review scheduled for November 14
• Department presentations include Fire, Police, Planning, Engineering, Capital Projects, Building, French Creek, Service, City Garage, Park & Recreation, and Computer Services

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss supplements to the Rule of Three and police promotional examinations. The agenda is brief and includes only these items, with no detailed proposals or decisions listed.

• Supplements to the Rule of Three
• Police Promotional Examinations

The Civil Service Commission held a special meeting to discuss concerns raised by police officers over low pass rates and disputed relevance of questions on recent promotional exams for Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain. Commissioners heard extensive public comment from officers and testing company representatives from NTN, and reviewed options for the protest period ending November 14, 2023. No final votes or formal waivers were enacted, as the Commission decided to await the completion of the protest review process before determining subsequent steps.

• Opened public comment regarding police promotional exams (Passed, 3-0)

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2023, with first readings of several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed moratorium on truck terminal permits, a contract increase for the Mills Creek flood control project, and a library tax renewal resolution. The council will also vote on a new Ward 2 representative for the Board of Drainage & Flood Control and consider second and third readings of previously introduced items.

• T 116-2023: 180-day moratorium on truck terminal permits in B-3 Highway Commercial District
• T 117-2023: Increase Mills Creek Conservation and Flood Control contract from $420,000 to $507,500
• T 113-2023: Increase French Creek WWTP sludge building contract from $900,000 to $1,300,000
• T 119-2023: Resolution to proceed with Lorain Public Library renewal tax election
• Appointment of Ellis S. Stevens to Board of Drainage & Flood Control (Ward 2)

The North Ridgeville City Council approved a 180-day moratorium on new truck terminal permits in the B-3 district to review zoning regulations. They also passed resolutions to place a library tax renewal and a 2.25-mill ambulance levy on the March 2024 ballot. Additionally, the Council increased funding for the Mills Creek flood control project and the French Creek wastewater treatment plant construction.

• Approved 180-day moratorium on truck terminal permits in B-3 district (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Lorain Public Library tax renewal election (7-0)
• Approved resolution for 2.25-mill ambulance levy election (7-0)
• Increased Mills Creek flood control design funds to $507,500 (7-0)
• Increased French Creek wastewater plant contract to $1,300,000 (7-0)
• Approved right-of-way purchases for Avon Belden/Chestnut Ridge roundabout (7-0)
• Appointed Ellis S. Stevens to Board of Drainage & Flood Control (7-0)
• Adopted amendments to Civil Service Commission for Fire Dept lateral transfers (7-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance T 97-2023, which would vacate Elm Street, an unused and undeveloped street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue. The street abuts four properties, one of which encroaches into it. The ordinance was introduced by Mayor Corcoran, and the hearing is scheduled for November 6, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.

• Public hearing on Ordinance T 97-2023 to vacate Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue
• Street is unused and undeveloped, abutting four properties, one with an encroachment
• Ordinance introduced by Mayor Corcoran
• Hearing scheduled for November 6, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a regular meeting on October 26, 2023. The board will discuss a request to reconsider a previously denied variance for an accessory outbuilding, and will hold public hearings on three variance requests, including a new dwelling, a residential use in a commercial district, and a garage addition.

• Reconsideration of denial for accessory outbuilding at 7118 Wil-Lou Lane (PPZ2023-0220)
• Public hearing: 15-foot front yard setback variance for new dwelling at Rosebelle Ave and Poplar St (PPZ2023-0224)
• Public hearing: Use variance for residential use in B-3 Highway Commercial District at 37723 Center Ridge Rd (PPZ2023-0226)
• Public hearing: 5.33-foot front yard depth variance for garage addition at 32626 Bridgestone Dr (PPZ2023-0227)

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals voted to reconsider a previously denied variance for an accessory outbuilding at 7118 Wil-Lou Lane, placing it on the next agenda. It also approved three variances: a 15-foot front yard setback for a new dwelling on a corner lot, a use variance allowing residential use in a B-3 district, and a 5.33-foot front yard depth variance for a garage addition. All votes were recorded with tallies.

• Reconsidered PPZ2023-0220 (Shupp) denial, motion carried (5-0)
• Approved 15-foot front yard setback variance for PPZ2023-0224 (Panta) (5-0)
• Approved residential use variance in B-3 district for PPZ2023-0226 (Bolin) (4-1, Kimble no)
• Approved 5.33-foot front yard depth variance for PPZ2023-0227 (Dugan) (4-0, Masterson abstained)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will convene its regular meeting with only procedural items on the agenda, including roll call, approval of minutes, and routine reports. No decisions or new business are scheduled for discussion.

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting. Reports were given on finances, 2024 budget preparation, recreation programs, and grounds maintenance. No new business was introduced and no substantive decisions were made.

• Agenda approved (4-0)
• August 23 meeting minutes approved (3-0-1)

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The North Ridgeville Board of Drainage and Flood Control will hold its regular meeting to discuss ongoing ditch maintenance, flood-control basin updates, and new drainage projects. The board will also review past meeting minutes and receive a stormwater utility program update.

• Review of Service Department Ditch Maintenance
• Mills Creek Flood Control Basin Project Update
• Island Road Ditch discussion
• Fieldstone Circle Collapsed Bridge Repair
• Stormwater Utility Program update

Building and Lands Committee

The Building and Lands Committee will consider an ordinance to vacate an unused, undeveloped portion of Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue. The vacation is initiated by City Council and would resolve an encroachment by one of four abutting properties. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 19, 2023 meeting.

• Ordinance T 97-2023 to vacate Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Ave.
• Vacation affects four abutting properties, including 5571 Wallace, 5572 Cornell, 5579 Wallace, and 5586 Cornell.
• Property owner of parcel 0700018105047 has significant encroachment into Elm Street.
• Vacation conditioned on granting utility easements to the City.
• Approval of Building & Lands Committee minutes from June 19, 2023.

The Building and Lands Committee voted 3-0 to send Ordinance T 97-2023 to City Council for consideration. The ordinance would vacate an unused, undeveloped portion of Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue, abutting four properties, one of which encroaches into the street. The committee also approved the June 19, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted.

• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted
• Moved to send T 97-2023 (Elm Street vacation) to City Council (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including first readings for renewing a 2.25-mill ambulance levy, appropriating land for a roundabout at State Route 83 and Chestnut Ridge Road, and increasing a wastewater treatment plant contract. They will also hear second readings on a library tax renewal and a civil service commission amendment. The agenda includes approval of minutes and reports, but the main actions are these legislative items.

• Resolution to renew 2.25-mill ambulance/EMS levy for 5 years
• Three resolutions to appropriate land from Mark and Matthew Standen, Edward and Gertrude Karres, and Snappy Gas Mart Inc. for a roundabout at SR 83 and Chestnut Ridge Road
• Ordinance increasing sludge processing/storage building contract from $900,000 to $1,300,000
• Ordinance authorizing purchase of real property from Maria M. Colon for $185,000 plus costs
• Resolution accepting ARPA funds for Ohio Ambulance Transportation Program

Council approved several resolutions, including renewing a 2.25-mill ambulance levy, appropriating land for a roundabout at State Route 83 and Chestnut Ridge Road, and accepting ARPA funds. It also approved the Crossing at French Creek subdivision and a property purchase for the town center. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a roundabout resolution.

• Approved renewal of 2.25-mill ambulance levy (7-0)
• Approved land appropriation for roundabout at SR 83 & Chestnut Ridge Rd (7-0)
• Approved land appropriation for roundabout from Snappy Gas Mart (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved ARPA funds for ambulance transportation program (7-0)
• Approved global settlement with former employee (7-0)
• Approved purchase of real property for $185,000 (7-0)
• Approved Crossing at French Creek subdivision (6-1)
• Approved Lorain Public Library renewal tax levy (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider preliminary plan approval for The Crossing at French Creek, a 92-unit residential subdivision on 49.7 acres at 5725 Avon Belden Rd. The proposal by Drees Homes includes single-family and cluster lots, with access from Avon Belden Road and Rosebelle Avenue. Public comments and staff recommendations have been submitted, and the commission will decide whether to approve the preliminary plan.

• Preliminary plan for 92-unit residential subdivision on 49.7 acres, R-1 zoning
• Drees Homes as developer; density 1.85 du/ac, open space 20.3%
• Access from Avon Belden Rd and Rosebelle Ave; traffic impact study not required
• Public comments request traffic light, 200-year storm design, 100-ft stream setbacks
• Staff comments note cluster lot setbacks and missing street names

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the preliminary plan for The Crossing at French Creek Subdivision, a 92-lot residential development proposed by Drees Homes at 5725 Avon Belden Rd. No formal decision was made; the item was discussed and continued for further review. The commission heard extensive public comment on drainage, traffic, and sewer concerns.

• Approved minutes of the September 28, 2023 special meeting
• No administrative approvals or zoning certificates reported
• No vote taken on The Crossing at French Creek preliminary plan; discussion continued

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 2, 2023, with several first-read ordinances and resolutions. Key items include authorizing a $300,000 property purchase, contracts for right-of-way for a roundabout at Avon Belden and Chestnut Ridge roads, and vacating Elm Street. The council will also consider liquor permit requests and receive financial and parks reports.

• Ordinance to purchase real property from Harold J Bogner Living Trust for $300,000 plus closing costs
• Ordinance authorizing contracts with six property owners for right-of-way for the Avon Belden Road (SR 83) and Chestnut Ridge Road roundabout
• Ordinance vacating Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue
• Resolution to levy a renewal tax for the Lorain Public Library System
• Liquor permit requests for Nikos Gyros To Go (34167 Center Ridge Road) and I Mart Stores (32393 Lorain Road)

Council approved the Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing project (5-1), authorized right-of-way purchases for the Avon Belden Road/Chestnut Ridge Road roundabout, and adopted several emergency measures including the solid waste management plan and property purchases. Frank Toth was appointed to fill the Ward 2 council seat.

• Approved Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing final development plan (5-1)
• Adopted T 100-2023 authorizing right-of-way contracts for roundabout (6-0)
• Adopted T 99-2023 solid waste management plan with emergency (5-0)
• Adopted T 104-2023 property purchase from Bogner Trust for $300,000 (6-0)
• Adopted T 102-2023 then-and-now certificates resolution (6-0)
• Adopted T 103-2023 appropriation amendment (6-0)
• Appointed Frank Toth to Ward 2 Council seat (6-0)
• Approved vacating Elm Street (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission discussed amendments to two residential subdivision plans. Members reviewed lot layouts, drainage concerns for neighbors, and infrastructure impacts.

• North Ridge Pointe Subdivision: Recommended approval for adding a 20-acre parcel with 23 standard and 3 cluster lots, conditional on a 'T' turnaround at Sophia Lane.
• Hampton Place Subdivision: Discussion regarding amending the preliminary plan to add 16.9 acres for 44 single-family and 11 cluster homes.
• Zoning Certificate: Hope for the Soul Ministries, 34881 Center Ridge Rd (change in owner).
• Zoning Certificate: Niko’s Gyros To Go North Ridgeville, 34167 Center Ridge Rd (carry out restaurant).
• Zoning Certificate: Underdog Training Academy, 32660 Center Ridge Rd (dog training facility).

The Planning Commission held a special meeting to review Ordinance T 97-2023, which proposes vacating Elm Street between Wallace Blvd. and Cornell Avenue. The ordinance was initiated by City Council. Staff supported the vacation to resolve an encroachment issue and remove maintenance responsibilities, noting the street was never paved. The minutes record discussion and staff comments but do not record a final vote or recommendation by the Commission.

• Paul Schumann elected Temporary Chairman (3-0)
• Minutes from September 12, 2023 approved
• Ordinance T 97-2023 (Elm Street vacation) discussed; no vote recorded

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests for outbuildings on residential properties. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the August 24 meeting and receive a report on the Master Plan update.

• PPZ2023-0218: Raymond Tumbry, 7499 Race Rd, requests 2.6% variance for lot coverage (10% code, 12.6% proposed) for a 1,200 sq ft outbuilding
• PPZ2023-0220: Gregory Shupp, 7118 Wil-Lou Lane, requests 444 sq ft variance for outbuilding size (676 sq ft code, 1,120 sq ft proposed) and dimension variance (40x28 ft vs 26x26 ft allowed)

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a 2.6% variance for lot coverage to allow a 1,200 sq ft outbuilding at 7499 Race Rd (3-0). A second request for a 444 sq ft size variance for an outbuilding at 7118 Wil-Lou Lane was discussed at length but no final action is recorded in the minutes. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and an announcement about a Master Plan steering committee meeting.

• Approved 2.6% lot coverage variance for outbuilding at 7499 Race Rd (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2023 meeting as presented
• Discussed but did not vote on 444 sq ft outbuilding size variance at 7118 Wil-Lou Lane

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the 2024 budget preparation, with a budget review scheduled for October 4. They will also receive reports on finances, programs, and grounds maintenance. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and reports from liaisons.

• 2024 budget review set for October 4 with administration
• Trust Fund revenue through August: $255,321.03, unencumbered balance $267,886.21
• Park & Recreation Improvement Fund revenue through August: $26,693.50, unencumbered balance $274,380.01
• General Fund expenses through August: $499,006.76
• Fall Fest on October 14, 4-6 PM, sponsored by local businesses

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting, both by a 3-0 vote. The commission discussed a potential $600,000 savings from a 2-mile bussing radius and received financial and program updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 28 meeting, adopt updated rules and regulations, certify payroll, and acknowledge a firefighter resignation. No substantive policy decisions are scheduled.

• Adoption of updated Rules and Regulations (amendments to Rules V, VII, VIII, X, XI)
• Certification of payroll (per Rule I, Section 3)
• Acknowledgment of Firefighter Michael Hein's resignation effective September 17, 2023

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission approved updated Rules and Regulations reflecting amendments to Rules V, VII, VIII, X, and XI, as previously adopted on August 28, 2023. The commission also acknowledged the resignation of Firefighter Michael Hein, effective September 17, 2023. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with approval of the August 28, 2023 minutes.

• Approved updated Rules and Regulations (2-0 voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 28, 2023 meeting
• Acknowledged resignation of Firefighter Michael Hein effective September 17, 2023

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider Planning Commission approvals for three residential subdivisions, including a senior housing project, and to act on two new liquor permit requests. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances to increase traffic paint striping funding and to contract for backup services, and a third reading on a new massage establishment chapter.

• North Ridge Pointe Subdivision preliminary plan amendment adding 20 acres, approved 4-0 with T-turnaround condition
• Hampton Place Subdivision preliminary plan amendment adding 16.9 acres, approved 4-0 with drainage condition
• Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing final development plan, 55+ and max 58 units, approved 4-0 with sound barrier
• Liquor permit for Sheetz 347 at 32390 Lorain Road, retroactive to May 15, 2023
• Ordinance T 95-2023 increasing traffic paint striping contract to $140,000

City Council approved two ordinances with emergency clauses: increasing the traffic paint striping contract to $140,000 and authorizing a $2,227.50/month backup and disaster recovery agreement with Go2It Group. Council also approved two subdivision plan amendments, tabled the Ridgeville Farms senior housing plan, and approved two liquor permit requests without hearings.

• Approved T 95-2023, increasing traffic paint striping to $140,000 (5-0, emergency)
• Approved T 96-2023, Go2It Group backup/disaster recovery at $2,227.50/month (5-0, emergency)
• Approved North Ridge Pointe Subdivision preliminary plan amendment (4-1)
• Approved Hampton Place Subdivision preliminary plan amendment (4-1)
• Tabled Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing final development plan (4-1)
• Approved no hearing for Sheetz 347 liquor permit (5-0)
• Approved no hearing for McMullen Entertainment liquor permit (5-0)
• Adopted Chapter 867 Massage Establishments ordinance (5-0, emergency)

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several new construction proposals, including a park, a bank, and a coffee shop. Members are also discussing updates to the city's zoning code and sign regulations.

• Proposal for Veterans Memorial Park at 7565 Avon Belden Rd
• 3,384 square foot drive-through bank at Center Ridge Rd and Pitts Blvd
• 361 square foot drive-through coffee shop at Center Ridge Rd and Ranger Way
• 1,130 square foot addition for dog grooming at 31740 Cook Rd
• Proposed amendment of Chapter 1292 Nonconforming Uses

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will consider amendments to the North Ridge Pointe and Hampton Place subdivisions, adding land and revising lot layouts, and will review a final development plan for Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing, a 55+ community with up to 58 units. The agenda also includes several administrative zoning certificates for businesses. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and officer election.

• PPZ2023-0214: North Ridge Pointe Subdivision amendment, adding 20 acres, Sophia Lane
• PPZ2023-0215: Hampton Place Subdivision amendment, adding 16.9 acres
• PPZ2023-0219: Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing final plan, 55+ and max 58 units
• PPZ2023-0205: Hope for the Soul Ministries zoning certificate, 34881 Center Ridge Rd
• PPZ2023-0211: Underdog Training Academy zoning certificate, 32660 Center Ridge Rd

The Planning Commission recommended approval of amendments to the North Ridge Pointe and Hampton Place subdivisions, adding residential lots, and approved the final development plan for Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing. All votes were 4-0. The Commission also approved the minutes and noted administrative approvals of zoning certificates.

• Approved minutes of June 13, 2023 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of North Ridge Pointe preliminary plan amendment with 'T' turnaround condition (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Hampton Place preliminary plan amendment with drainage attention condition (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ridgeville Farms Senior Housing final development plan (4-0)

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, reports, and first readings of several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include authorizing the purchase of five police vehicles and equipment not to exceed $250,000, adopting a hazard mitigation plan, and amending the 2023 appropriations. The council will also have second readings on new massage establishment regulations and lateral hire rules for safety forces.

• Ordinance to purchase five police vehicles and equipment, not to exceed $250,000
• Resolution adopting the Lorain County 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance amending 2023 appropriations (Ordinance 6031-2022)
• Second reading: new Chapter 867 regulating massage establishments
• Second reading: amending lateral hire rules for safety forces

City Council approved several emergency measures, including the purchase of police vehicles and the adoption of the Lorain County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The council also updated lateral hire employment conditions for safety forces and amended 2023 appropriations.

• Approved purchase of five police vehicles and equipment not to exceed $250,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Lorain County 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Approved 'Then and Now' certificates for various purchase orders (5-0)
• Amended 2023 appropriations (5-0)
• Updated lateral hire employment conditions for safety forces (5-0)
• Passed resolution honoring Councilman Dennis J. Boose (5-0)
• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider withdrawing Walter Illingworth from the Firefighter/Paramedic Class C eligibility list and re-certifying the list. It will also vote on amendments to rules governing police and fire exams, eligible lists, appointments, suspensions, and hearings, and reschedule a postponed police promotional exam.

• Withdrawal request for Walter Illingworth from Firefighter/Paramedic Class C list
• Re-certify Firefighter/Paramedic Class C and Top 10 eligibility lists
• Reschedule postponed Police Promotional Exam
• Amendments to Rules V, VII, VIII, X, and XI for police/fire procedures
• Next regular meeting set for September 25, 2023

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved several amendments to its rules governing police and fire examinations, eligible lists, appointments, suspensions, and hearings, despite public comment from Fire Chief Reese questioning the timing and motivation of changes to the appeals rule during pending litigation. The Commission also re-certified two Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility lists after a withdrawal and rescheduled a postponed Police Promotional Exam to October 25, 2023. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved special meeting minutes of August 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Top 10 Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Rescheduled Police Promotional Exam to October 25, 2023 (3-0)
• Adopted amendment to Rule V, Section 4 (exam scoring) (3-0)
• Adopted amendment to Rule VII, Section 3 (eligible list priority) (3-0)
• Adopted amendment to Rule VIII, Section 2 (appointment selection) (3-0)
• Adopted amendments to Rules X and XI (suspensions, hearings) (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two variance requests from Elite K911 Dog Training at 31740 Cook Rd. The applicant seeks a 3-foot variance for parking space interlock length and a 3-foot variance for aisle width, both related to the existing business's parking lot. The board will also receive reports on the Master Plan Update and proposed zoning code amendments for signs and nonconforming structures.

• Public hearing: PPZ2023-0212, Elite K911 Dog Training, 31740 Cook Rd, variance for 3-foot interlock length (57 ft vs 60 ft required)
• Public hearing: same applicant, variance for 3-foot aisle width (21 ft vs 24 ft required)
• Zoning Code Amendments: Chapter 1286 Signs and Chapter 1292 Nonconforming Structures and Uses
• Master Plan Update report

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved two 3-foot variances for Elite K911 Dog Training at 31740 Cook Rd, allowing a 57-foot interlock length (code requires 60) and a 21-foot aisle width (code requires 24) for 90-degree angle parking. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The board also heard an informational update on new zoning code chapters for signs and nonconforming structures, but took no action on those.

• Approved 3-foot variance for interlock length for parking at Elite K911 Dog Training (5-0)
• Approved 3-foot variance for aisle width for parking at Elite K911 Dog Training (5-0)
• Approved agenda amendment to move correspondence to end of meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to review financial reports, including trust fund revenue and expenses, and to hear updates from liaisons and department staff. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed. The previous meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum.

• Trust fund revenue up 18.71% year-to-date to $231,935.82
• Improvement fund revenue down 12.16% to $23,338.25
• General fund expenses at $553,272.28 (66.3% of budget)
• New programs: Baseball Hitting Clinic, Hummingbirds Soccer, Adult Tennis Lessons
• CPR/BLS class and Sound Bath offered

The meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were recorded.

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 21, 2023, to consider ordinances and resolutions introduced by the Mayor. Items include purchasing new dump trucks, approving managed IT services, and regulating massage establishments. The Council will also review administrative reports and committee updates.

• Lease/purchase of a new single axle dump truck not to exceed $150,000
• Lease/purchase of a new Ford F750 single axle dump truck with plow not to exceed $187,000
• Managed IT services agreement with GO2IT Group at $8,550 per month
• New ordinance creating Chapter 867 for massage establishment regulations
• Resolution supporting Ohio Public Works Commission priorities for state funding

City Council adopted several emergency measures, including a managed IT services agreement and the purchase of two dump trucks. The council also updated the city's sidewalk code and authorized participation in a state purchasing program and public works commissions.

• Approved managed IT services contract with GO2IT Group for $8,550 per month (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Ford F750 single axle dump truck not to exceed $187,000 (6-0)
• Approved lease/purchase of single axle dump truck not to exceed $150,000 (6-0)
• Adopted updated sidewalk code regarding fees in lieu of deposits (6-0)
• Authorized participation in ODOT Cooperative Purchasing Program (6-0)
• Authorized application for Ohio Public Works Commission programs (6-0)
• Moved ordinance for massage establishment regulations to second reading
• Moved ordinance for safety forces lateral hire parameters to second reading

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle personnel actions, including administering an oath of office, re-certifying a patrolman lateral hire list, and certifying eligibility lists for police patrolman and firefighter/paramedic positions. They will also discuss civil service rules and regulations and consider postponing a promotional examination.

• Oath of Office for Patrolman Chad Siebeneck dated August 2, 2023
• Re-certify Patrolman Lateral Hire Eligibility List
• Certify Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility Exam scores and top ten list
• Certify Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List and top ten list
• Discussion of Civil Service Rules & Regulations and postponing promotional examination

The Civil Service Commission approved several certifications and postponed the police promotional examination. The exam's written portion was moved from September 18 to a date in October, with the assessment portion to follow. The commission also certified eligibility lists for police and firefighter/paramedic positions and discussed proposed changes to civil service rules, including a rule of three for promotions.

• Approved minutes of July 24, 2023 (2-0)
• Re-certified Patrolman Lateral Hire Eligibility List (2-0)
• Certified Civil Service Commission payroll (2-0)
• Certified Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility scores and list (2-0)
• Certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (2-0)
• Certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility Top 10 List (2-0)
• Postponed Police Promotional Examination to October (2-0)

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 7, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances authorizing new contracts for traffic paint striping, police radio/dispatch equipment, and camera equipment, as well as a five-year lease for municipal office printers. The meeting also includes second readings of sidewalk ordinance updates and budget appropriations.

• $130,000 contract for 2023 traffic paint striping and appurtenances
• $134,165.89 contract with Vasu Communications Inc. for police radio/dispatch equipment
• $110,429.26 contract with Vasu Communications Inc. for police camera equipment
• Ordinance amending 2023 budget appropriations (Ordinance No. 6089-2023)
• Ordinance updating sidewalk regulations in Chapter 1024

The North Ridgeville City Council approved four ordinances, including a $130,000 traffic paint striping contract and two contracts for police station equipment. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also amended the sidewalk code and approved a five-year printer lease.

• Approved $130,000 traffic paint striping contract (Ordinance 6089-2023) (6-0)
• Approved $134,165.89 contract with Vasu Communications for radio/dispatch equipment (Ordinance 6090-2023) (6-0)
• Approved $110,429.26 contract with Vasu Communications for camera equipment (Ordinance 6091-2023) (6-0)
• Approved amended annual appropriations (Ordinance 6092-2023) (6-0)
• Amended sidewalk code Chapter 1024 with committee recommendation (6-0)
• Approved five-year printer lease (Ordinance 6093-2023) (6-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance requests, including a garage height and lot coverage variance, a sign area variance, a garage separation variance, and a fence height variance. The board will also receive reports on the Master Plan Update and zoning code amendments for signs and nonconforming structures.

• PPZ2023-0199: Thomas Holzaepfel, 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd, requests 1.5-ft height variance (16.5 ft vs 15 ft allowed) and 2.2% lot coverage variance (12.2% vs 10% allowed) for detached garage.
• PPZ2023-0203: North Ridgeville Family Dentistry, 34100 Center Ridge Rd, requests 52.5 sq ft sign variance (212.5 sq ft vs 160 sq ft allowed).
• PPZ2023-0206: ARE Properties 100, LLC, 5531 Wallace Blvd, requests 1 ft 9 in variance for garage separation (8 ft 3 in vs 10 ft required).
• PPZ2023-0208: Joseph Buescher, 7319 Maddock Rd, requests 1.5-ft fence height variance (7.5 ft vs 6 ft allowed).
• Zoning code amendments for Chapter 1286 (Signs) and Chapter 1292 (Nonconforming Structures and Uses) are on the agenda.

The Board approved a signage variance for North Ridgeville Family Dentistry and a fence height variance on Maddock Rd. A lot coverage variance was granted for a garage on Stoney Ridge Rd, but a corresponding height variance for that same structure was denied. A home addition variance on Wallace Blvd was approved with conditions regarding future footprints.

• Denied 1.5-foot height variance for detached garage at 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd (2-1)
• Approved 2.2% lot coverage variance for detached garage at 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd (3-0)
• Approved 52.5 sq ft signage variance for North Ridgeville Family Dentistry (3-0)
• Approved 1 ft 9 in separation variance for home addition at 5531 Wallace Blvd (3-0), stipulated that any future footprint alterations must comply with current ordinances
• Approved 1.5-foot height variance for decorative lattice fence at 7319 Maddock Rd (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold its regular July meeting, covering routine reports and old business. The main item is a continued discussion on renaming the Soccer Complex to Root Road Park, following a survey where no option received a majority. The commission previously voted to recommend the name change.

• Discussion on renaming Soccer Complex to Root Road Park
• Financial reports: Trust Fund unencumbered balance $278,999.66; Improvement Fund $266,301.67
• Paving of Pop Schultz Lane in South Central Park completed
• 3-month agreement with Geese Chasers NEO for goose control at South Central Park
• Veterans Memorial project approved by Planning Commission, pending landscape plan approval

The commission voted 4-0 to rename the Soccer Complex to Root Road Park, following a survey where no option received a majority. The department will also explore becoming a provider for the Ohio ACE Grant. Other reports covered the Veterans Memorial project, financials, and program updates.

• Renamed Soccer Complex to Root Road Park (4-0)
• Approved agenda with added item on Soccer Complex name change (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The board is next scheduled to meet on October 24, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting: October 24, 2023, 7:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023 was cancelled. The board is next scheduled to meet on October 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. No substantive decisions were made.

• Cancelled July 25, 2023 board meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for October 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will review and vote on several zoning-related ordinances and a subdivision approval. The Streets, Sidewalks & Bridges Committee recommended sending T 67-2023 back to Council for consideration. Administrators will present monthly reports, including financial and operational updates.

• PPZ2023-0204: Eagle Meadow subdivision (41 single-family + 26 cluster units) on Sugar Ridge Rd & Bender Rd, final approval with conditions including fee-in-lieu for sidewalk construction
• T 75-2023: Resolution to rename Root Road Soccer Complex to Root Road Park
• T 76-2023: Ordinance changing vehicle disposal vendor from Greater Cleveland Auto Auction to Manheim Cleveland
• T 60-2023: Ordinance replacing Chapter 1286 sign regulations in the Planning and Zoning Code
• T 69-2023: Ordinance amending Chapter 1292 on nonconforming zoning uses

City Council approved the 67-unit Eagle Meadow subdivision proposal and increased the annual sludge hauling budget for the French Creek Waste Water Treatment Plant. The council also renamed the Root Road Soccer Complex to Root Road Park and updated the city's zoning code regarding signs and nonconforming uses.

• Approved Eagle Meadow subdivision for 67 units with six conditions (5-1)
• Renamed Root Road Soccer Complex to Root Road Park via Resolution 1601-2023 (6-0)
• Approved changing vehicle disposal vendor to Manheim Cleveland via Ordinance 6085-2023 (6-0)
• Increased annual sludge hauling budget from $260,000 to $400,000 via Ordinance 6086-2023 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6087-2023 replacing Chapter 1286 Signs of the Planning and Zoning Code (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6088-2023 amending Chapter 1292 Nonconforming Uses of the Zoning Code (6-0)
• Accepted Building & Lands Committee Report dated June 19, 2023 (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 26 and July 11, 2023, and act on several personnel items. These include accepting a resignation from Patrolman James Larkin, administering an Oath of Office for Firefighter Paramedic Luke Smith, re-certifying a firefighter eligibility list, and certifying payroll. The commission will also discuss correspondence from Police Captain Kevin Jones regarding future agility testing.

• Letter of resignation from Patrolman James Larkin dated June 13, 2023
• Oath of Office for Firefighter Paramedic Luke Smith dated July 5, 2023
• Re-certify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List
• Certification of payroll by Civil Service Commission (Per Rule I, Section 3)
• Correspondence from Police Captain Kevin Jones regarding future agility testing

The Commission approved previous meeting minutes and re-certified the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List following a new appointment. Members also discussed potentially accepting external agility tests from Tri-C and LCCC for police candidates to increase flexibility and candidate pools.

• Approved June 26, 2023 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)

Records Commission

The North Ridgeville Records Commission will meet to approve a revised records retention schedule (RC-2) for the Office for Older Adults. The schedule outlines how long specific records must be kept, including financial documents, client files, and social media content. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of RC-2 for Office for Older Adults with updated retention periods and media types

The Records Commission approved the minutes from their December 15, 2022, meeting. They also approved an RC-2 form for the Office for Older Adults after amending the retention period for schedules 2015-02 and 2015-03 to include "after Annual Audit."

• Approved December 15, 2022, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Amended Office for Older Adults RC-2 retention periods (4-0)
• Approved Office for Older Adults RC-2 form (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss updates to its Rules & Regulations, specifically Rule X. The meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2023, at 5:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers.

• Discuss Civil Service Commission Rules & Regulations, Rule X

The Civil Service Commission denied a request by the Police Chief to appeal a disciplinary suspension of less than five days. The decision followed a presentation by the Chief regarding his interpretation of Civil Service Commission Rule X and the Ohio Revised Code.

• Denied Police Chief's right to appeal a disciplinary suspension of less than five days (2-1)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will consider final approval for the Eagle Meadow subdivision, a 67-unit residential development on Sugar Ridge and Bender Roads. The commission will also review administrative approvals for a hair salon and a patio roof cover, and discuss the ongoing Master Plan update, including an upcoming town center pop-up event.

• Final approval for Eagle Meadow subdivision: 41 single-family and 26 cluster units, zoned R-1
• Certificate of Zoning Compliance for Equinox Salon, 32662 Center Ridge Rd
• Administrative approval for patio roof cover at 83 & Chestnut Pub and Eatery, 9001 Avon Belden Rd
• Master Plan Update: Ready to Imagine Town Center Pop Up Party, July 20, 6-8pm, City Hall parking lot

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Eagle Meadow subdivision final plat, which includes 41 single-family and 26 cluster units, with six conditions. The conditions include final plat details, landscape plan updates, entrance sign setback, a fee in lieu of sidewalk construction, T-turnaround modification, and landscape adjustments for a future roundabout. The motion passed 4-0.

• Recommended approval of Eagle Meadow final plat (4-0)
• Condition: Final plat to include all details required by Chief Building Official
• Condition: Landscape plan updated for common open spaces
• Condition: Entrance sign set back 10 feet from right-of-way
• Condition: Fee in lieu of Sugar Ridge Road sidewalk accepted
• Condition: T-turnaround at Chandler Way modified per City Engineer
• Condition: Landscape placement adjusted for future roundabout

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance T 69-2023, which would amend Chapter 1292 of the zoning code regarding nonconforming uses. The hearing is scheduled for July 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. No other items are listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance T 69-2023 amending Chapter 1292 (nonconforming uses) of the zoning code
• Introduced by Mayor Corcoran

Streets, Sidewalks & Bridges Committee

The Streets, Sidewalks & Bridges Committee will consider Ordinance T 67-2023, which deletes and replaces Chapter 1024 of the city code governing sidewalks. The new chapter clarifies when sidewalks are required, updates construction standards, and adds a fee-in-lieu-of-deposit option. The committee will also approve minutes from an April 2019 meeting.

• Ordinance T 67-2023: delete and replace Chapter 1024 (Sidewalks) of the North Ridgeville Streets, Utilities, and Public Services Code
• New sidewalk requirements for new streets, development boundaries, and building frontages
• Adds a sidewalk fee in lieu of deposit option
• Updates sidewalk construction and material specifications
• Approval of April 15, 2019 committee minutes

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will meet to approve minutes from the June 19 meeting, consider a liquor permit request for Butternut Food Mart at 34885 Lorain Road, and vote on several ordinances including zoning amendments and budget approvals. The council will also review administrative reports and committee recommendations.

• Vote on liquor permit for Aahanna LLC DBA Butternut Food Mart at 34885 Lorain Road
• Consider Ordinance 6082-2023 amending zoning code Chapter 1292 (Nonconforming Uses)
• Approve Ordinance 6031-2023 providing 2023 appropriations
• Adopt 2024 tax budget for submission to Lorain County Auditor
• Authorize disposal of surplus city vehicles and equipment

North Ridgeville City Council approved five emergency ordinances and resolutions, including vehicle and equipment disposal, fund transfers, Then and Now certificates, an appropriation amendment, and the 2024 tax budget. Council also decided not to request a hearing for a new liquor permit at Butternut Food Mart and advanced a zoning code amendment to a third reading.

• Approved T 70-2023 for disposal of municipal vehicles and equipment (6-0)
• Approved T 71-2023 for fund transfers and advances (6-0)
• Approved T 72-2023 for Then and Now certificates and purchase order payments (6-0)
• Approved T 73-2023 for an appropriation amendment (6-0)
• Approved T 74-2023 for the 2024 tax budget (6-0)
• Decided not to request a hearing for a new liquor permit at 34885 Lorain Road (6-0)
• Advanced T 69-2023 zoning code amendment to third reading

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting to receive reports and discuss routine business. No major decisions are scheduled; the only substantive item is a vote to send a public survey about renaming the Soccer Complex to Root Road Park or another option.

• Survey vote on Soccer Complex name change to Root Road Park or other option
• Geese Chasers contract for 3 months at South Central Park
• Veteran’s Memorial Project approved by Planning Commission, fully funded

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved sending a public survey about potentially renaming the Soccer Complex, with options including no change, Root Road Park, or other. The decision was made to gather community input rather than decide internally. The meeting also included routine reports and approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved sending a public survey on Soccer Complex name change (4-0)
• Approved agenda with added item 'Soccer Complex Re-Brand' (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review changes to police hiring application forms and to re-certify firefighter-paramedic eligibility lists after removal requests. The agenda also includes approval of the May 22, 2023 minutes and correspondence from the Fire Chief regarding Michael Quinn Malone.

• Review changes to Police Lateral Hire Application
• Review changes to Police Entrance Examination Application
• Re-certify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List due to removal request
• Re-certify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility Top 10 List due to removal request
• Correspondence from Fire Chief Reese regarding Michael Quinn Malone

The Commission approved changes to the Police Lateral Hire and Police Entrance Examination applications to streamline the hiring process. It also re-certified two firefighter-paramedic eligibility lists following a request for removal. A decision on a Police Chief's disciplinary appeal was deferred to a future special meeting.

• Approved changes to Police Lateral Hire Application (3-0)
• Approved changes to Police Entrance Examination application (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility Top 10 List (3-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled decision on Police Chief's disciplinary appeal to a special meeting

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Thomas Holzaepfel for two variances to build a detached garage at 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd. The property is zoned R-1 Residence District. The board will also approve minutes from the May 25 meeting and receive a Planning Commission report, including a Master Plan Update and a Town Center Pop-up Party notice.

• PPZ2023-0199: Thomas Holzaepfel, 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd, requests 1.5-foot height variance for detached garage (code permits 15 ft, applicant shows 16.5 ft)
• Same applicant requests 2.2% lot coverage variance for detached garage (code permits 10%, applicant shows 12.2%)
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023 regular meeting
• Planning Commission report includes Master Plan Update
• Notice of Ready to Imagine! Town Center Pop-up Party on July 20, 6-8 p.m.

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals tabled Thomas Holzaepfel's application for a detached garage at 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd, which sought a 1.5-foot height variance and a 2.2% lot coverage variance. The board tabled the request because of concerns about property encroachment and inconsistent lot measurements, and the applicant agreed to provide a survey at the next meeting. The motion to table passed unanimously (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled garage variance request for 5122 Stoney Ridge Rd (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider routine approvals, including minutes and reports, and to review Planning Commission actions on several development proposals. The council will also hold first readings on a zoning code amendment regarding nonconforming uses and vote on rescheduling July meetings for the Independence Day holiday.

• Planning Commission approved Veterans Memorial Park at 7565 Avon Belden Rd, subject to landscape approval
• Planning Commission approved Elite K911 Dog Training addition at 31740 Cook Rd (pool/deck only)
• Planning Commission approved Chase Bank drive-through at 34385 Center Ridge Rd, subject to cross access agreement
• Planning Commission approved Biggby Coffee drive-through at 35095 Center Ridge Rd
• First reading of ordinance T69-2023 amending Chapter 1292 Nonconforming Uses

Council approved the construction of a new Chase Bank, a Biggby Coffee, and the Veterans Memorial Park. The body also appointed a new member to the Civil Service Commission and approved a zoning code update.

• Appointed Amie Espinosa-Gonzalez to the Civil Service Commission (7-0)
• Approved construction of Veterans Memorial Park (7-0)
• Approved Elite K911 Dog Training pool and deck (7-0)
• Approved construction of Chase Bank at Center Ridge Rd and Pitts Blvd (5-0)
• Approved construction of BCubed Biggby Coffee at Center Ridge Rd and Ranger Way (7-0)
• Approved Zoning Code Update to Chapter 1292 Nonconforming Uses (7-0)
• Rescheduled July council meetings to July 10 and July 24 (7-0)

Building and Lands Committee

The Building and Lands Committee will review and likely recommend approval of Ordinance T 60-2023, which replaces the city's sign regulations (Chapter 1286) to comply with federal and state law and support development goals. The committee will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. The agenda includes only this one substantive item.

• Ordinance T 60-2023: replacement of Chapter 1286 Signs of the Planning and Zoning Code
• Amendment to Section 830.02(b)(4) regarding home occupation signage
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2022 and May 10, 2022 meetings

The Building and Lands Committee voted 3-0 to send Ordinance T 60-2023, which replaces Chapter 1286 (Signs) of the North Ridgeville Planning and Zoning Code, to City Council for consideration as submitted. The ordinance includes a six-month time limit on temporary signs, as recommended by the Planning Commission. Discussion focused on enforcement challenges and the need for content-neutral sign regulations following recent court rulings.

• Approved sending T 60-2023 to City Council as submitted (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2022, and May 10, 2022, as submitted

Planning Commission

The Commission approved the construction of a Veterans Memorial Park with a condition for plant review. It also approved a dog diving pool, a new Chase Bank branch, and a Biggby Coffee kiosk. A proposed update to the nonconforming uses zoning code was discussed but not voted upon.

• Approved Veterans Memorial Park at 7565 Avon Belden Rd with condition that Parks & Recreation approve final plant selections (4-0)
• Approved dog diving pool and deck for Elite K911 Dog Training at 31740 Cook Rd (5-0)
• Approved new Chase Bank drive-through at Center Ridge Rd and Pitts Blvd, pending a cross access agreement (5-0)
• Approved new BCubed Biggby Coffee drive-through kiosk at Center Ridge Rd and Ranger Way (5-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 5, 2023, with several items for discussion and action. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances for the 2023 full depth concrete pavement replacement project (up to $590,000) and catch basin rehabilitation (up to $100,000), as well as a resolution to accept EMS training grant funds. Second readings include a major contract for the French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant aeration system replacement (up to $6.7 million) and a design services contract for gate replacement (up to $78,800). The council will also consider a public hearing on a zoning code amendment for signs and a third reading on a noise disturbance ordinance amendment.

• First reading: Ordinance for 2023 Full Depth Concrete Pavement Replacement, not to exceed $590,000
• First reading: Ordinance for 2023 Catch Basin Rehabilitation, not to exceed $100,000
• Second reading: Contract for French Creek WWTP aeration system replacement, up to $6.7 million
• Second reading: Contract with American StructurePoint Inc. for design/oversight of gate replacement, up to $78,800
• Public hearing on replacement of Chapter 1286 Signs in Planning and Zoning Code

Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a $6.7 million contract for the French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant aeration and mixing system replacement, and a $590,000 concrete pavement replacement project. A proposed noise disturbance amendment was defeated. Sidewalk and sign code changes were referred to committees.

• Approved $6.7M French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant aeration/mixing system replacement (7-0)
• Approved $590,000 full depth concrete pavement replacement project (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 catch basin rehabilitation project (7-0)
• Approved $78,800 design/oversight contract for wastewater plant gate/wet well work (7-0)
• Approved $10,240 Ohio EPA recycling grant (7-0)
• Approved $661.23 Ohio EMS training/equipment grant (7-0)
• Defeated noise disturbance amendment (3-4)
• Referred sidewalk code revision to Streets, Sidewalks & Bridges Committee

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider replacing Chapter 1286 of the Planning and Zoning Code, which governs signs. The ordinance was introduced by the mayor and had its first reading on May 15, 2023.

• T 60-2023: Ordinance to replace Chapter 1286 of the North Ridgeville Planning and Zoning Code (sign regulations)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on six variance requests. These include a car wash vacuum enclosure, building signage, a swimming pool setback, a lot split, a sidewalk waiver, and a carport on a lot without a dwelling. The board will also receive reports on the Sign Code Update and Master Plan Update.

• PPZ2023-0181: Sgt. Clean Car Wash, 32499 Lorain Rd — 7-ft side yard setback variance (code requires 15 ft)
• PPZ2023-0183: Royal Smokes, 35100 Center Ridge Rd — 20 sq ft variance for building signage (80 sq ft proposed vs 60 sq ft allowed)
• PPZ2023-0184: Pulvino, 35177 Oak St — 2 ft 7 in variance for pool setback (29 inches vs 5 ft required)
• PPZ2023-0187: Shaw, 5366 Barton Rd — variances to split lot into three, including 80-ft lot width variance for a 0.03-acre lot
• PPZ2023-0190: Mundell, Ridgeview Blvd — variances for a carport on a lot without a dwelling and in front yard

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a 7-foot variance for a vacuum system enclosure at Sgt. Clean Car Wash (32499 Lorain Rd), denied a signage variance for Royal Smokes (35100 Center Ridge Rd), approved a pool setback variance for David & April Pulvino (35177 Oak St), denied a sidewalk variance for Deanna Robertson (7423 Fowlers Run), and tabled a carport variance for Brandon Mundell (Ridgeview Blvd). A lot split application by Aiden Shaw (5366 Barton Rd) was withdrawn.

• Approved 7-foot side yard setback variance for vacuum enclosure at Sgt. Clean Car Wash (4-0)
• Denied 20 sq ft signage variance for Royal Smokes (4-0)
• Approved 2 ft 7 in pool setback variance for Pulvino property (4-0)
• Denied sidewalk installation variance for Robertson property (4-0)
• Tabled carport variance for Mundell property
• Withdrawn lot split application for Shaw property

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation Commission will receive routine updates on park maintenance, youth sports programs, and financial reports. No major decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved its agenda, elected Keriann Roach as vice-chair, and approved minutes from the March 22 work session and regular meeting. Reports covered council updates, finances, and department activities, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Elected Keriann Roach as vice-chair (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved March 22 work session minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved March 22 regular meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving minutes, receiving oaths of office for new police and fire personnel, and re-certifying eligibility lists. They will also consider a request to withdraw a candidate from the Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List and approve notices and application packets for the 2023 police and fire entrance exams. The commission will certify payroll as required by its rules.

• Received oaths of office for Patrolman Rudy Ackerman, Patrolman Michael Gasparini, Firefighter/Paramedic Noah Tanzilli, Firefighter/Paramedic Richard Kenney, Captain/Paramedic Alexander Shear, Lieutenant/Paramedic Christopher Federan, and Lieutenant/Paramedic Justin Silvi
• Request from Fire Chief John Reese to withdraw Anthony Gallam from the Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List per Rule VII, Section 5(a)
• Re-certify Patrolman Class D, Firefighter-Paramedic Class C, Fire Captain, and Fire Lieutenant eligibility lists due to appointments
• Certification of payroll by Civil Service Commission per Rule I, Section 3
• Approval of 2023 Police and Fire Entrance Examination notices and application packets

The Civil Service Commission approved the 2023 Police and Fire Entrance Examination notices and application packets, and accepted updated Rules & Regulations. It also re-certified multiple eligibility lists and certified payroll. Discussion on changing police application language regarding 'antisocial' behavior was deferred for Police Chief input.

• Approved 2023 Police Entrance Exam notice and application packet (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Fire Entrance Exam notice and application packet (3-0)
• Accepted updated Rules & Regulations (3-0)
• Re-certified Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Fire Captain Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Fire Lieutenant Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified payroll (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will decide on multiple contracts totaling over $7.5 million, including wastewater treatment upgrades and a new fire department ambulance. Two new liquor permits for Sheetz and The Chief are also up for approval. The Planning Commission’s recommendations for subdivisions, church buildings, and sign code updates will require Council approval.

• $6.7M wastewater treatment plant aeration system upgrade
• $378,723 fire department ambulance and equipment purchase
• $467,500 city signage project contract
• New liquor permits for Sheetz at 32390 Lorain Road and The Chief at 35970 Center Ridge Road
• North Ridge Pointe Subdivision Phase 8 approval with 31 single-family lots

The North Ridgeville City Council adopted several ordinances, including a new regulation for low-speed and under-speed vehicles (Ordinance 6076-2023) by a 5-1 vote. The council also approved contracts for a city signage project, a new ambulance, roadway materials, and equipment rental, all with emergency clauses. Additionally, it approved Planning Commission actions for a subdivision phase, a church maintenance building, a commercial addition, and a sign code update.

• Adopted low-speed vehicle ordinance (5-1)
• Approved $467,500 signage project contract (6-0)
• Approved $378,723 ambulance purchase (6-0)
• Approved roadway materials contract (6-0)
• Approved equipment rental for road repair (7-0)
• Approved North Ridge Pointe Subdivision Phase 8 (5-1)
• Approved St. Peter Church maintenance building (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved sign code update with 6-month temporary sign limit (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a presentation from Guide Studio regarding the City Signage Program. No other new business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation from Guide Studio on City Signage Program

The Committee of the Whole met to receive a presentation from Guide Studio on the City Signage Program. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only. The presentation covered sign locations, design, and estimated costs, with the new estimate lower than the original $700,000 budget.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; presentation only

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission met to review several development proposals, including a 31-lot subdivision and a cabin and RV campground. The Commission also discussed a sign code update and reviewed administrative zoning certificates.

• North Ridge Pointe Subdivision Phase 8: proposal for 31 single family lots on West Shore Parkway
• St. Peter Catholic Church: proposal for a 2,300 square foot grounds maintenance building at 6920 Root Rd
• Worcester Service & Sales: proposal for a 1,786 square foot addition at 34200 Lorain Rd
• Victory Park Cabins: proposal for cabins and an RV campground facility on Victory Lane
• Sign Code Update: proposed ordinance amending Chapter 1286 Signs

The Planning Commission approved three development applications: North Ridge Pointe Subdivision Phase 8 (31 single-family lots), St. Peter Catholic Church grounds maintenance building (with landscaping condition), and Worcester Service & Sales showroom addition. The proposed sign code update (Chapter 1286) was recommended for adoption with 50% changeable copy and no time limits on temporary signs, but the motion failed 2-3, leaving the sign code update unresolved.

• Approved North Ridge Pointe Subdivision Phase 8, 31 single-family lots (5-0)
• Approved St. Peter Catholic Church 2,300 sq ft grounds maintenance building with landscaping condition (5-0)
• Approved Worcester Service & Sales 1,786 sq ft showroom addition (5-0)
• Failed to recommend sign code update with 50% changeable copy and no time limits (2-3)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will review several ordinances, including a proposed 180-day moratorium on certain sign permits. They will also consider a liquor permit transfer for Bullfrogs Sports Cafe at 33137 Center Ridge Road.

• Proposed 180-day moratorium on permits for freeway-oriented, off-premises, and pole signs
• Liquor permit transfer for Bullfrogs Sports Cafe at 33137 Center Ridge Road
• Ordinance amending regulations for peddlers, canvassers, and solicitors
• Ordinance amending mobile frozen desserts sales regulations
• Safety Committee review of T 4-2023 regarding Low-Speed Vehicle definitions

Council adopted an emergency ordinance imposing a 180-day moratorium on permits for freeway-oriented, off-premises advertising, and pole signs, and passed three emergency finance measures (fund transfers, then-and-now certificates, and an appropriation amendment). It also advanced a low-speed vehicle ordinance with amendments and moved a peddler/solicitor ordinance to second reading.

• Adopted T 49-2023 sign moratorium as Ordinance 6063-2023 (7-0)
• Adopted T 50-2023 fund transfer resolution as Resolution 1594-2023 (7-0)
• Adopted T 51-2023 then-and-now certificates resolution as Resolution 1595-2023 (7-0)
• Adopted T 52-2023 appropriation amendment as Ordinance 6067-2023 (7-0)
• Adopted T 53-2023 reclassifying Fire Secretary/Dispatcher to Administrative Assistant as Ordinance 6068-2023 (7-0)
• Amended T 4-2023 low-speed vehicle ordinance with substitute version (7-0)
• Approved liquor permit transfer for Bullfrogs Sports Cafe without hearing (7-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 Safety Committee report (7-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review an ordinance that proposes changing North Ridgeville’s construction noise hours from 9 p.m. to 8 p.m. on weeknights. The change would allow earlier evening work while maintaining restrictions on weekends and Sundays.

• T 36-2023: Ordinance amending N.R.C.O. Section 634.01 to shift construction noise hours from 9 p.m. to 8 p.m. on weeknights

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will meet to review the minutes from the February 6, 2023, meeting. The committee will also consider an ordinance to amend subsection (c)(7) of the noise disturbance section of the North Ridgeville Code of Ordinances.

• Approval of February 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Ordinance T 36-2023 amending N.R.C.O. Section 634.01 noise disturbances

The Utilities Committee voted 3-0 to send Ordinance T 36-2023 to City Council for consideration. The ordinance would change construction noise-restricted hours from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The committee discussed the proposal but made no final decision, only forwarding it for further action.

• Approved sending T 36-2023 to City Council (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals reviews two public hearings on zoning variances for a car wash vacuum enclosure and a smoke shop sign. Both properties are zoned B-3 Highway Commercial District.

• 7-foot side-yard setback variance for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 32499 Lorain Rd
• 20-square-foot signage variance for Royal Smokes at 35100 Center Ridge Rd
• Both variances cite specific code sections: 1268.04(b)(3)(A) and 1286.05(c)(2)

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals tabled a variance request from Neon City for signage at Royal Smokes, 35100 Center Ridge Rd, after determining the actual sign dimensions exceeded what was submitted. The applicant agreed to table the application to meet with the Building Department and revise the proposal. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled PPZ2023-0183 Royal Smokes sign variance (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its regular April meeting. The agenda includes electing a vice-chairman, approving minutes, and receiving reports from council and school board liaisons, the director, recreation supervisor, and grounds maintenance. New business may include discussion of the South Central Park playground project, which is now delayed because it must go out to bid.

• Election of vice-chairman
• South Central Park playground install delayed; project must go out to bid/request for qualifications
• Trust Fund revenue through March: $99,218.43; unencumbered balance $254,719.78
• Park & Recreation Improvement Fund revenue through March: $11,438.45; unencumbered balance $259,124.96
• General Fund expenses through March: $238,108.91

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that City Council consider the North Ridgeville Veteran's Memorial project once the group has all necessary funding in place. The commission expressed support for the project but emphasized it should not proceed as an incomplete project due to funding shortfalls. All other agenda items were routine approvals of agenda and minutes.

• Approved agenda with added Veteran's Memorial discussion (3-0)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended City Council consider Veteran's Memorial when fully funded (3-0)

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The North Ridgeville Board of Drainage and Flood Control will meet to accept minutes from a prior meeting and discuss updates on local flood control projects. The agenda includes a review of 2022 ditch maintenance by the Service Department, an update on the Mills Creek Flood Control Basin, and a status report on Fortune Ditch. No votes or decisions are listed beyond the minutes acceptance.

• Acceptance of minutes from July 26, 2022 meeting
• Review of 2022 Service Department ditch maintenance
• Mills Creek Flood Control Basin project update
• Fortune Ditch update

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control reviewed the 2022 ditch maintenance program and received updates on the Mills Creek Flood Control Basin Project and the Fortune Ditch project. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from July 26, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider amendments to its rules, acknowledge two firefighter retirements, certify payroll, and approve costs for 2023 police and fire entrance examinations. The agenda includes both action items and informational reports.

• Amendment to Rule I, Section 6 (f), The Order of Business
• Amendment to Rule VI, Section 5, adding ORC 1306.06
• Retirement of Fire Captain Paul Sadowski (last day March 31, 2023)
• Retirement of Fire Lieutenant Greg Laborie (last day April 4, 2023)
• Approve agency and review costs for 2023 Police and Fire Entrance Examinations

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission approved amendments to its rules, certified payroll, and selected NTN as the testing agency for the 2023 police and fire entrance exams. All motions passed unanimously with 2-0 votes. The meeting was procedural and administrative in nature.

• Approved minutes of March 27, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Rule I, Section 6(f) adding audience comment (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Rule VI, Section 5 adding ORC 1306.06 for electronic signatures (2-0)
• Certified payroll per Rule I, Section 3 (2-0)
• Approved NTN as agency for 2023 Police Entrance Examination (2-0)
• Approved NTN as agency for 2023 Fire Entrance Examination (2-0)

Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council

The Housing Council will meet to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair and appoint new members. The council will also review the Community Reinvestment Area Program, including the amended CRA Resolution and the City-School Agreement.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of Council Members
• Review of Amended CRA Resolution
• Review of City-School Agreement
• Discussion of proposed CRA Program Guidelines

The Housing Council held an organizational meeting, appointing Mayor Kevin Corcoran as Chair and Jennifer Swallow as Vice Chair, and Frank Toth to a vacant seat. The council also adopted the Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Program Guidelines, which were discussed in the context of the amended CRA Resolution and City-School Agreement. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Appointed Mayor Kevin Corcoran as Chair (3-0)
• Appointed Jennifer Swallow as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Appointed Frank Toth to vacant Housing Council seat (3-0)
• Adopted Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Program Guidelines (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including purchases of an excavator, cargo van, street sweeper, and bobcat equipment, a resolution urging federal and state action on train derailment safety, and applications for road improvement grants. The council will also review Planning Commission approvals for a church pavilion, cabins, and a storage garage, and hold second readings on organizational and salary changes.

• Ordinance to purchase excavator, not to exceed $56,000
• Ordinance to purchase cargo van, not to exceed $60,000
• Ordinance to purchase street sweeper, not to exceed $215,000
• Resolution urging federal/state legislation on train derailment safety
• Resolution to apply for CDBG funds for Luanne, Carolyn, Monica Drives resurfacing

The council approved a major reorganization of city departments, creating seven groups and appointing new directors for Public Works, Community Services, and Planning and Development. It also passed several emergency ordinances for equipment purchases and grant applications, and approved three Planning Commission actions for local projects.

• Adopted T 32-2023 Amended, reorganizing city departments into seven groups (7-0)
• Appointed Jon Montgomery as Public Works Director (7-0)
• Appointed Tara Peet as Community Services Director (7-0)
• Appointed Kim Lieber as Planning and Development Director (7-0)
• Adopted T 39-2023, authorizing excavator purchase up to $56,000 (7-0)
• Adopted T 40-2023, authorizing cargo van purchase up to $60,000 (7-0)
• Adopted T 41-2023, authorizing street sweeper purchase up to $215,000 (7-0)
• Adopted T 45-2023, authorizing CDBG grant application for road resurfacing (7-0)

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will consider Ordinance T 4-2023, which would create a new chapter in the city code regulating the operation of low-speed and under-speed vehicles (such as golf carts) on city streets. The ordinance sets equipment, licensing, insurance, inspection, and operational requirements, including a $20 inspection fee and restrictions to streets with speed limits of 25 mph or less. The committee previously tabled this ordinance for further discussion.

• Ordinance T 4-2023 creating N.R.C.O. Chapter 478 for low-speed and under-speed vehicles
• Requires inspection by police or sheriff, $20 fee, and reflective sticker
• Restricts operation to streets with posted speed limit of 25 mph or less
• Mandates equipment: speedometer, seat belts, child safety seats, turn signals, etc.
• Operators must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver's license

The Safety Committee voted 3-0 to send Ordinance T4-2023, which would regulate low-speed and under-speed vehicles on city roads, back to City Council with amendments. The amendments add a speedometer to the equipment list, define low-speed vehicles with specific speed and weight limits, and require a reflective triangular sticker. Police Chief Freeman raised safety concerns, but the committee decided to forward the legislation for full council consideration.

• Approved sending T4-2023 to City Council with amendments (3-0)
• Added 'speedometer' to the equipment list
• Added definition of low-speed vehicle (4-wheeled, 20-25 mph, max 3,000 lbs)
• Added requirement for reflective triangular sticker under 478.05(b)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 11, 2023, to review three new business items: a pavilion and sand volleyball court for Harvest Ridge Church, cabins and an RV campground for Victory Park Cabins, and a storage garage for Victory Sports Park. The commission will also consider administrative approvals for zoning certificates and discuss a draft sign code update. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the March 28 meeting and a master plan update.

• PPZ2023-0172: Harvest Ridge Church, 35600 Lorain Rd - new pavilion and sand volleyball court (R-1 zoning)
• PPZ2023-0174: Victory Park Cabins, Victory Lane - cabins and RV campground (B-4 zoning)
• PPZ2023-0177: Victory Sports Park Storage Garage, 7777 Victory Lane - new storage garage (I-2 zoning)
• PPZ2023-0175: Real World Church, 35136 Center Ridge Rd - zoning compliance for church activities
• PPZ2023-0176: Dairy Grove, 35455 Center Ridge Rd - zoning compliance for ice cream stand owner change

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission approved three development projects at its April 11 meeting. The most significant approval was for Victory Park Cabins, which includes a cabin community and RV campground, following a vote to determine the use is similar to hotels in the commercial district. The Commission also approved a new pavilion and volleyball court for Harvest Ridge Church and a storage garage for Victory Sports Park.

• Approved Harvest Ridge Church pavilion and volleyball court (3-1)
• Approved Victory Park Cabins similar use determination (4-0)
• Approved Victory Park Cabins and RV campground development (4-0)
• Approved Victory Sports Park storage garage (4-0)
• Approved March 28 minutes

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 3, 2023, with several first readings of ordinances and resolutions. These include proposals to amend the city's organizational structure, set the mayor's salary, establish compensation for non-bargaining employees, authorize participation in ODOT road salt contracts, amend noise disturbance regulations, and approve payments for purchase orders. The council will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive reports from the mayor, department heads, and committees.

• Ordinance T 33-2023: Amends the salary for the Mayor of North Ridgeville
• Ordinance T 34-2023: Establishes compensation rates for non-bargaining employees
• Ordinance T 35-2023: Authorizes participation in ODOT road salt contracts for 2023
• Ordinance T 36-2023: Amends noise disturbance regulations (N.R.C.O. Section 634.01)
• Resolution T 37-2023: Authorizes then-and-now certificates for purchase order payments

Council approved three emergency items: participation in ODOT road salt contracts (Ordinance 6056-2023), a then-and-now resolution for purchase orders (Resolution 1590-2023), and an appropriation amendment (Ordinance 6057-2023), all by 7-0 votes. Several other ordinances were introduced and moved to second readings or referred to committee. The meeting was largely procedural with no public comment.

• Adopted ODOT road salt contract participation, Ordinance 6056-2023 (7-0)
• Adopted then-and-now resolution for purchase orders, Resolution 1590-2023 (7-0)
• Adopted appropriation amendment, Ordinance 6057-2023 (7-0)
• Moved organizational structure ordinance T 32-2023 to second reading
• Moved mayor's salary ordinance T 33-2023 to second reading
• Moved non-bargaining employee compensation ordinance T 34-2023 to second reading
• Referred noise disturbance ordinance T 36-2023 to Utilities Committee

Planning Commission

The Commission discussed a parcel split and rezoning for a single-family home and a new truck transfer terminal for Dayton Freight Lines, LLC. Members also reviewed an administrative request for a restaurant entry vestibule and discussed the draft sign code.

• Rezoning of 1.0708 acres at 34275 Lorain Rd from B-3 to R-1 for a single-family home
• Proposed truck transfer terminal for Dayton Freight Lines, LLC at 38686 Taylor Pkwy
• Administrative approval for a 300 square foot entry vestibule at 32652 Center Ridge Road
• Work session discussion regarding the draft Sign Code

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023, meeting. The commission held a work session to discuss draft updates to the Sign Code and received a report on Master Plan public feedback.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a special meeting with a single item: a motion to enter executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, or compensation of public employees. No other business is listed, and the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Motion to convene into executive session for public employee matters

The North Ridgeville City Council held a special meeting on March 27, 2023, that consisted solely of a roll-call vote to enter executive session to consider the appointment, employment, or compensation of public employees. The motion carried unanimously (7-0), and the council adjourned into executive session at 6:03 p.m., reconvening at 7:22 p.m. and immediately adjourning the meeting. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for employee appointment/employment/compensation (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission meets to certify firefighter and police promotional exam results, recertify eligibility lists after withdrawals, and review proposed bylaw changes. The meeting includes administrative actions like payroll certification and oath administration.

• Recertify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List due to withdrawals
• Recertify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List due to withdrawals
• Certify Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain promotional exam scores and eligibility lists
• Review Police Multi-rank Promotional Examinations costs and calendar
• Initial review of proposed bylaw changes (Rule I, Section 6(f) and Rule VI, Section 5) including ORC 1306.06

The Commission certified eligibility lists and scores for Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain promotions. It also selected OACP and NTN to handle police promotional examinations and re-certified firefighter entrance lists following withdrawal requests.

• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified the payroll (3-0)
• Approved Fire Lieutenant Promotional examination scores and eligibility list (3-0)
• Certified Fire Captain Promotional examination scores and eligibility list (3-0)
• Selected OACP for Police Promotional assessment examination (3-0)
• Selected NTN for Police Promotional written examination (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a pole sign at Van's Auto Service and Tire Pros. The applicant seeks a 17-square-foot variance to increase the changeable copy area from the allowed 15 square feet to 32 square feet. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting and receive a planning commission report and a master plan update.

• Public hearing: PPZ2022-0157 Van's Auto Service and Tire Pros, 37775 Center Ridge Rd, variance for pole sign area
• Variance request: 17 sq ft increase for changeable copy area (code allows 15 sq ft, applicant shows 32 sq ft)
• Existing 77 sq ft pole sign is grandfathered
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2023 meeting
• Master Plan Update report

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a 17 square foot variance for the area of a pole sign at Van's Auto Service and Tire Pros, 37775 Center Ridge Rd. The variance allows 32 square feet of changeable copy instead of the code's 15 square feet, within the total 75 square feet allowed. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved 17 sq ft variance for pole sign changeable copy area (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its regular March meeting, where it will hear reports from staff and liaisons, review financial statements, and discuss ongoing projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business listed, but the attached reports cover the South Central Park playground installation, a batting helmet donation, and current recreation program enrollments.

• South Central Park playground: tear down in April, install in May, open early June
• Donation of 180+ batting helmets to Play it Again Sports for inner city leagues
• Trust Fund revenue through February: $68,543.28; unencumbered balance $249,417.66
• Improvement Fund revenue through February: $9,908.46; unencumbered balance $257,594.97
• Youth baseball/softball enrollment: 529 kids, 50 teams

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on February 22, 2023, was largely procedural. Members approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting, both by unanimous votes. The commission heard reports from liaisons and staff, including updates on the Master Plan, school funding, finances, and recreation programs. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from January 25, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission held a work session to discuss the Veteran’s Memorial Project, including budget gaps and construction timelines. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting with several third-reading items up for final action, including a rezoning of a parcel at 34275 Lorain Road, a comprehensive update to parking and lighting regulations, and participation in national opioid settlements. The council will also consider first readings for appointments and grant acceptance, and receive reports from city administrators.

• Rezoning 34275 Lorain Road from B-3 Highway Commercial to R-1 Residence (T 21-2023)
• Repealing Chapters 1284, 1290, and 1294.08 and creating new Chapter 1285 for parking, loading, and lighting (T 22-2023)
• Resolution to participate in five proposed national opioid settlements (T 23-2023)
• Resolution appointing Nancy Hedberg to Lorain County Public Health Board (T 30-2023)
• Ordinance authorizing acceptance of NOPEC 2023 Energized Community Grants (T 31-2023)

The North Ridgeville City Council approved several items, including a rezoning at 34275 Lorain Road, a new parking and lighting chapter, participation in national opioid settlements, and acceptance of a NOPEC grant. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also appointed Nancy Hedberg to the Lorain County Board of Health.

• Adopted rezoning at 34275 Lorain Road from B-3 to R-1 (7-0)
• Adopted new Chapter 1285 Parking, Loading, and Lighting (7-0)
• Approved participation in five national opioid settlements (7-0)
• Accepted NOPEC 2023 grant of $90,688 for roundabout construction (7-0)
• Appointed Nancy Hedberg to Lorain County Board of Health (7-0)

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting with several items for action, including first readings of ordinances and resolutions, second readings of items like a playground contract and rezoning, and third readings on car wash regulations and an engineering study. The council will also consider approving minutes and receive reports from administrators and committees.

• Contract with Snider Recreation Inc. for playground at South Central Park, not to exceed $275,000
• Rezoning of 34275 Lorain Road from B-3 Highway Commercial to R-1 Residence District
• Repeal and replace of parking, loading, and lighting chapters in zoning code
• Resolution to participate in five national opioid settlements
• Contract with CT Consultants for NFA study, not to exceed $70,000

The North Ridgeville City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including an addendum to a cooperative agreement with Avon for a roundabout project, a donation of 184 batting helmets, a contract for a new playground at South Central Park, and an ODOT agreement for bike route signs. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also adopted a zoning code update for car washes and a contract for a wastewater study.

• Approved T 25-2023, addendum to Avon cooperative agreement for roundabout project (7-0)
• Approved T 26-2023, donation of 184 batting helmets to Play It Again Sports (7-0)
• Approved T 27-2023, then-and-now resolution for sludge hauling payment (7-0)
• Approved T 28-2023, appropriation amendment for custodial contract and opioid funds (7-0)
• Approved T 29-2023, additional vacation time for police lateral hires (7-0)
• Approved T 20-2023, $275,000 contract with Snider Recreation for playground at South Central Park (7-0)
• Approved T 9-2023, ODOT agreement for bike route signs (7-0)
• Approved T 11-2023, zoning code update for car washes (7-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider three ordinances: updating zoning regulations for car washes, rezoning a Lorain Road property from commercial to residential, and repealing/updating parking, lighting, and access drive rules in the zoning code.

• Ordinance T 11-2023: Amend zoning code to update car wash use regulations
• Ordinance T 21-2023: Rezone 34275 Lorain Road from B-3 Highway Commercial to R-1 Residence District
• Ordinance T 22-2023: Repeal and replace off-street parking, access drives, and lighting laws with new Chapter 1285

Committee of the Whole

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting with a single new business item: discussion of City Council Bylaws. No votes or other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of City Council Bylaws

The Committee of the Whole met and discussed proposed changes to the City Council Bylaws. After review, the council voted unanimously (7-0) to accept the changes. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved changes to City Council Bylaws (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive status updates on lateral transfer legislation and fire promotional exams, and act on requests to withdraw from the Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List. The commission will also consider re-certifying the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List and Eligibility List due to these withdrawals.

• Withdrawal requests for Sean Dougherty, James Morell, Brandon Sauer, and Jeff Jones from the Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List
• Re-certification of Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List
• Re-certification of Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List
• Status update on Lateral Transfer Legislation
• Status update on Fire Promotional Lieutenant and Captain written exams

The Civil Service Commission approved the January 23, 2023 meeting minutes with a correction and re-certified the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List and Eligibility List after four candidates withdrew. The commission also opened the floor for public comment, during which concerns were raised about exam scoring and seniority points. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 23, 2023 minutes with correction (2-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List (2-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (2-0)
• Opened floor for public comment (2-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two sign variance requests for businesses on Center Ridge Road, and will also elect officers and receive reports. The board is deciding whether to grant variances for a pole sign at Van's Auto Service and a sign package at Scooter's Coffee.

• Van's Auto Service and Tire Pros, 37775 Center Ridge Rd: 32 sq ft variance for pole sign area (code allows 77 sq ft, applicant shows 109 sq ft)
• Scooter's Coffee, 34522 Center Ridge Rd: 122.66 sq ft variance for building sign area (code permits 36 sq ft, applicant shows 158.66 sq ft)
• Scooter's Coffee: 11 ft variance for ground sign setback (applicant shows 1 ft from right-of-way)
• Election of officers: Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, and Flood and Drainage Control liaisons
• Master Plan Update and Ready to Listen Workshops reported

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals denied a variance request from Van's Auto Service and Tire Pros to modify their existing pole sign, voting 4-0 against the application. The board also elected officers for the year, with Linda Masterson as Chairperson, Neil Thibodeaux as Vice-Chairperson, Tina Wieber as Secretary, and James Cain as Board of Flood and Drainage Control Liaison. A second variance request from Scooter's Coffee was discussed but no decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Denied Van's Auto Service sign variance (4-0)
• Elected Linda Masterson as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Neil Thibodeaux as Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Tina Wieber as Secretary (4-0)
• Elected James Cain as Board of Flood and Drainage Control Liaison (4-0)
• Elected Linda Masterson as Alternate Board of Flood and Drainage Control Liaison (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, reviewing financial reports, program updates, and discussing the vacancy left by Jessica Shuleva's departure. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Commission vacancy: Jessica Shuleva not seeking reappointment; applications to be taken, new member appointed by Mayor
• 2023 capital projects: new playground at South Central Park, Soccer Complex parking lot paving, Pop Schultz Lane paving, Pavilion 2 roof/decking
• Capital equipment purchases: 2 zero-turn mowers, 1 ABI Force, 2 self-contained ice machines
• January revenue: Trust Fund $30,155.35, Improvement Fund $6,500.00
• Upcoming programs: Baseball Hitting Clinic, Jr. Browns Flag Football, Little Dribblers, CPR class

The Parks & Recreation Commission held its regular meeting on January 25, 2023, approving the agenda and minutes, electing Douglas Hayes as Chairman and Jessica Shuleva as Vice-Chairman, and receiving reports on the 2023 budget, capital projects, and recreation programs. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural approvals and officer elections.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 7, 2022 meeting (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Douglas Hayes as Chairman for 1 year (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Jessica Shuleva as Vice-Chairman for 1 year (3-0)

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will consider an ordinance creating new regulations for low-speed and under-speed vehicles, including equipment, licensing, insurance, and inspection requirements. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting. The ordinance would restrict these vehicles to roads with speed limits of 25 mph or less and require a $20 inspection fee.

• Ordinance T 4-2023 creating N.R.C.O. Chapter 478 for low-speed and under-speed vehicles
• Requires inspection by police and $20 fee for certificate of compliance
• Restricts operation to roads with posted speed limit of 25 mph or less
• Approval of Safety Committee minutes from July 11, 2022

The Safety Committee discussed T4-2023, an ordinance to regulate low-speed and under-speed vehicles on city roads, but tabled it to a future meeting for further discussion. The committee heard concerns from the mayor, police chief, and council members about vehicle safety, age requirements, and enforcement. No final decision was made on the ordinance.

• Tabled T4-2023, low-speed vehicle ordinance, to future meeting (3-0)

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $275,000 playground contract, zoning map changes, a new parking/lighting code, and participation in opioid settlements. They will also review Planning Commission approvals for a parcel split and a truck terminal, and a liquor permit transfer.

• T 20-2023: Contract with Snider Recreation Inc. for playground at South Central Park, not to exceed $275,000
• T 21-2023: Rezone part of 34275 Lorain Road from B-3 to R-1
• T 22-2023: New Chapter 1285 for parking, loading, and lighting
• T 23-2023: Resolution to participate in five national opioid settlements
• T 24-2023: Increase sludge building contract from $250,000 to $900,000

Council approved an ordinance increasing funding for a sludge processing and storage building at the French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant from $250,000 to $900,000, with an emergency clause, by a 6-1 vote. Council also approved four Planning Commission actions, including a rezoning and a truck terminal project, and moved several ordinances to second or third readings.

• Approved T 24-2023, increasing sludge building funding to $900,000 with emergency clause (6-1)
• Approved Planning Commission action for AGLR Investments rezoning at 34275 Lorain Rd (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission action for Dayton Freight Lines truck terminal at 38686 Taylor Pkwy (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission action for new parking, loading, and lighting zoning chapter (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission action for car wash use regulations (T 11-2023) (7-0)
• Approved motion to not request hearing for liquor permit transfer to Smoking Marys (7-0)
• Adopted T 6-2023, purchasing ultrasonic water meters up to $250,000 (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will meet to act on requests to withdraw two candidates from the Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List and recertify two related eligibility lists due to withdrawals. The commission will also review protests to promotional written exams for Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain roles.

• Withdrawal request for Daytona Stiegelmeyer from Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List
• Withdrawal request for Brendan McCool from Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List
• Recertify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List
• Recertify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List
• Review protests to Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain Promotional written exams

The Commission re-certified firefighter entrance lists following withdrawal requests and ruled on multiple protests regarding Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain promotional exams. Several exam questions were removed or modified to include additional correct answers.

• Approved re-certification of Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List (3-0)
• Approved re-certification of Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Removed Captain's exam question 11 due to typographical error (3-0)
• Added choice A as an additional correct answer for Captain's exam question 47 (3-0)
• Denied protest to Captain's exam question 118 (2-1)
• Removed Captain's and Lieutenant's exam question 125 due to vagueness (2-1 and 3-0)
• Denied protest to Captain's and Lieutenant's exam question 145 (3-0)
• Added 'C. Wood' as an additional correct answer for Lieutenant's exam question 69 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will consider several zoning matters, including a proposed rezoning of a parcel at 34275 Lorain Road from B-3 Highway Commercial to R-1 Residence District, an ordinance updating car wash use regulations, and a new parking/loading/lighting code. They will also review zoning certificates for a gift shop/vape store and an auto detailing business, and discuss a master plan update and sign code.

• Rezoning of 34275 Lorain Rd parcel from B-3 to R-1 (AGLR Investments)
• Ordinance to update car wash use regulations (T-11-2023)
• New chapter 1285 on parking, loading, and lighting replacing old codes
• Zoning certificate for Stonecreek720 LLC gift shop/vape store at 6001 Lear Nagle Rd
• Zoning certificate for 2B Clean Auto Detailing at 32325 Cook Rd

The Planning Commission approved a parcel split and rezoning for AGLR Investments, LLC, and a truck transfer terminal for Dayton Freight Lines, LLC, both by 3-0 votes. It also recommended a zoning ordinance on parking, loading, and lighting, and accepted an ordinance updating car wash regulations. Two members were absent.

• Approved parcel split and rezoning of 1.0708 acres to R-1 for AGLR Investments (3-0)
• Approved truck transfer terminal for Dayton Freight Lines (3-0)
• Recommended zoning ordinance on parking, loading, and lighting (3-0)
• Accepted car wash use regulation ordinance (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 6, 2023, with a full agenda of first readings on 14 ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a proposed 4% annual water rate increase through 2027, a zoning code update for car washes, a contract for a wastewater study, and several administrative amendments. The council will also act on a utilities committee recommendation to amend a water rate ordinance and table a related item for further discussion.

• Utilities Committee recommends amending Ordinance T 7-2023 to change water rate increase to 'four percent (4%) annually through 2027'
• T 10-2023: Increase custodial services contract 'not to exceed' amount from $90,000 to $135,000
• T 11-2023: Amend zoning code sections 1268.02, 1270.02, 1272.02 to update car wash use regulations
• T 13-2023: Contract with CT Consultants, Inc. for 'No Feasible Alternative' study of secondary treatment bypasses, not to exceed $70,000
• T 6-2023 (second reading): Purchase ultrasonic water meters from Badger Meter, Inc., not to exceed $250,000 for 2023

The North Ridgeville City Council approved several emergency measures, including increased funding for custodial services and new vacation benefits for lateral police hires. The council also passed multiple financial ordinances to amend appropriations and authorize fund transfers. A zoning ordinance regarding car washes was referred to the Planning Commission for further review.

• Approved $135,000 custodial services contract (7-0)
• Approved police lateral hire vacation benefits (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved police department code amendment (7-0)
• Approved sludge hauler purchase contract (7-0)
• Approved payroll administrator title change (7-0)
• Approved 2023 appropriation amendment (7-0)
• Approved fund transfer resolution (7-0)
• Approved amended fund advances resolution (7-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance amending the city's connection charges by adding a new subsection. The item is introduced by Council Member Winkel and is under new business.

• Ordinance T 175-2022 amending N.R.C.O. Section 1044.02 on connection charges

The Utilities Committee discussed Ordinance T 175-2022, which would freeze single-family sewer tap-in fees based on the construction start year to help residents budget. Committee members, the Mayor, and city officials debated potential legal issues with retroactivity, tracking challenges, and fairness to residents who pay on time. Ultimately, the committee voted to table the ordinance for a future meeting.

• Tabled Ordinance T 175-2022 regarding sewer connection charges (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The North Ridgeville Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss City Council Bylaws as new business. The agenda contains no other substantive items, only procedural steps like call to order, pledge, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion of City Council Bylaws

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and amended the City Council Bylaws, including updates to voting clarity, reporting deadlines, and terminology. The committee voted to send the amended bylaws back to the City Council.

• Approved sending amended City Council Bylaws back to City Council (7-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider an ordinance amending the city's connection charges to set tap-in fees for existing single-family homes currently on septic systems, based on when the sewer project began. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Ordinance T 175-2022 amends N.R.C.O. Section 1044.02 to add subsection (l) for septic-served homes
• Tap-in fee for such homes determined by year sanitary sewer project commenced

The Utilities Committee discussed but did not decide on T 175-2022, which would lock in sanitary sewer tap-in fees based on when construction started. Concerns were raised about retroactivity, enforcement, and fairness. The committee voted to table the ordinance to a future meeting.

• Tabled T 175-2022, tap-in fee lock-in ordinance (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two requests: a sign variance for Van's Auto Service and Tire Pros and a lot-width variance for a property split by Root Development & Construction. The board will also approve minutes from December and receive a planning commission report and master plan update.

• Variance for 100% changeable copy on pole sign at 37775 Center Ridge Rd (code allows 50%)
• 5-foot lot width variance for proposed parcels at 32076 Chestnut Ridge Rd (85 ft proposed, 90 ft required)
• Public hearings for PPZ2022-0157 and PPZ2022-0163
• Approval of December 22, 2022 minutes
• Master Plan Update report

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to finalize its agenda, elect officers, approve minutes, and receive reports from liaisons, the director, and staff. The director's report details 2023 capital projects and equipment purchases, including a $275,000 South Central Park playground and a $545,000 Soccer Complex parking lot paving, funded through capital improvement and park funds. The commission will also review financial reports and program updates.

• South Central Park Playground: $275,000 (Capital Imp. $204K, P&R Imp. $71K)
• Soccer Complex Pave & Stripe Parking Lot: $545,000 (Capital Imp.)
• Pave & Stripe Pop Schultz Lane: $13,000 (General Fund)
• South Central Park New Roof & Decking: $8,500 (General Fund)
• 2023 capital equipment: 2 zero-turn mowers ($23,607.52), ABI Force ($16,700), 2 ice machines ($3,600)

The commission met to receive departmental reports and approve previous minutes. No new business or old business was addressed during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The North Ridgeville Board of Drainage and Flood Control is meeting to handle old and new business. They will consider approving the minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting, which requires a quorum. The board will also receive updates on the Mills Creek Conservation Project, inflow and infiltration (I&I) issues, and a review of the 2022 ditch maintenance work by the Service Department.

• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Mills Creek Conservation Project update
• Inflow and infiltration (I&I) update
• Review of 2022 Service Department ditch maintenance

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review three requests to withdraw from the Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List and will consider re-certifying the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 and Eligibility Lists due to these withdrawals. The commission will also receive a status update on the written exam for the Fire Promotional Lieutenant and Captain examinations.

• Withdrawal request for Jesse Dean from Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List
• Withdrawal request for Edward Kibe from Firefighter Entrance List (dated Jan 18, 2023)
• Withdrawal request for Stephen Hout from Firefighter Entrance List (dated Jan 9, 2023)
• Re-certify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List
• Re-certify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List

The Civil Service Commission elected Donald Schiffbauer as Chairperson, Sam Spann as Co-Chairperson, and Bill Holland as Secretary. It approved the December 12, 2022 minutes and re-certified the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List and Eligibility List due to withdrawal requests. The Commission also allowed a firefighter to speak about concerns regarding the Pradco assessment and agreed to place the issue on the next meeting's agenda.

• Elected Donald Schiffbauer as Chairperson (2-0)
• Elected Sam Spann as Co-Chairperson (2-0)
• Elected Bill Holland as Secretary (2-0)
• Approved December 12, 2022 regular meeting minutes (2-0)
• Allowed Mr. Pocos three minutes to discuss testing concerns and placed it on next meeting agenda (2-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Top 10 List due to withdrawals (2-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List due to withdrawals (2-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a regular meeting with several first readings, including ordinances to increase the wholesale wastewater treatment rate, purchase ultrasonic water meters for up to $250,000, regulate low-speed vehicles, and authorize chemical purchases for the wastewater plant. The council will also review a Planning Commission approval for a new medical/dental office building and receive various administrative reports.

• Ordinance to increase wholesale wastewater treatment rate (T 7-2023)
• Ordinance authorizing purchase of ultrasonic water meters from Badger Meter, Inc. not to exceed $250,000 (T 6-2023)
• Ordinance creating N.R.C.O. Chapter 478 regulating low-speed and under-speed vehicles (T 4-2023)
• Planning Commission approved PPZ2022-0156 for medical/dental office at 35557 Center Ridge Rd (4-0 vote)
• Ordinance authorizing bids for chemicals for French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (T 3-2023)

The North Ridgeville City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a 4% annual wastewater treatment rate increase through 2027, a $375,000 real estate purchase from Red Lion Property Management LLC, and a $250,000 contract for ultrasonic water meters. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved wastewater rate increase of 4% annually through 2027 (7-0)
• Authorized $375,000 real estate purchase from Red Lion Property Management LLC (7-0)
• Authorized $250,000 purchase of ultrasonic water meters from Badger Meter, Inc. (moved to second reading)
• Approved $20,000 Then and Now Certificate resolution for Ohio Department of Taxation payment (7-0)
• Approved chemical purchase contract for French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (7-0)
• Approved Lorain County Health & Dentistry medical/dental office building (7-0)

Utilities Committee

The North Ridgeville Utilities Committee is holding a regular meeting on January 17, 2023, at the Police Department Training Room. The agenda contains only standard procedural items—call to order, pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, new business, and adjournment—with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting location: Police Department Training Room
• Agenda includes approval of minutes
• No specific new business items listed

The Utilities Committee approved amendments and recommended sending legislation T 7-2023 to City Council to increase wastewater rates by 4% annually through 2027 to fund necessary plant upgrades and debt services. Additionally, the committee voted to table ordinance T 175-2022 regarding sewer connection charges to a future meeting.

• Approved amending T 7-2023 to add 'annually through 2027' (3-0)
• Recommended sending T 7-2023 to City Council with amendments (3-0)
• Tabled ordinance T 175-2022 concerning connection charges to a future meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 18, 2022 meeting

Utilities Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to amend connection charges for single-family dwellings currently using septic systems. Members will also discuss the French Creek Rate Study.

• Ordinance T 175-2022: Amending N.R.C.O. Section 1044.02 regarding connection charges for septic-serviced homes
• French Creek Rate Study discussion
• Approval of April 18, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on January 10, 2023, to elect officers, approve minutes, and consider administrative zoning certificates. The main new business is a proposal by Lorain County Health & Dentistry to construct a medical/dental office building at 35557 Center Ridge Rd. The commission will also review three zoning compliance certificates for retail businesses on Center Ridge Rd.

• PPZ2022-0156: Lorain County Health & Dentistry, 35557 Center Ridge Rd — construct medical/dental office building (B-3 district)
• PPZ2022-0158: TropiCLE LLC, 33117 Center Ridge Rd — zoning certificate for indoor tropical plant retail
• PPZ2022-0159: Royal Smokes, 35100 Center Ridge Rd — zoning certificate for tobacco retail
• PPZ2022-0160: The Maker Lab, 34910 Center Ridge Rd, Suite 5 — zoning certificate for printing/engraving/design services
• Election of officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Liaison to BZBA)

The Planning Commission approved a proposal to construct a 7,750-square-foot medical and dental office for Lorain County Health and Dentistry. The commission also elected its officers for the year and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved construction of medical/dental office at 35557 Center Ridge Rd (4-0)
• Elected Jim Smolik as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Jennifer Swallow as Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Tina Wieber as Secretary (4-0)
• Elected Steve Ali as Liaison to the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals (4-0)
• Elected Paul Graupmann as Alternate Liaison to the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 meeting

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will meet to approve minutes from the December 19, 2022 meeting and consider two ordinances. The most consequential item is a vote to increase the budget for sewer inspection services from $170,000 to $258,000. The council will also discuss a new ordinance governing the disposal of municipal real property.

• Increase sewer inspection contract from $170,000 to $258,000 for French Creek Interceptor work
• New ordinance proposed to create Chapter 213 on disposal of municipal real property

The council approved an emergency ordinance increasing the URS Corporation sewer inspection contract from $170,000 to $258,000, and adopted an emergency appropriations ordinance merging the Treasurer budget into the Finance Department. It also approved a new ordinance for disposing of municipal real property. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved emergency ordinance T 1-2023 increasing URS sewer inspection contract to $258,000 (7-0)
• Approved emergency ordinance T 2-2023 merging Treasurer budget into Finance Department (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance T 166-2022 creating Chapter 213 for disposal of municipal real property (7-0)
• Approved appointments of Christina Eavenson as City Engineer and April Wilkerson as Director of Finance (7-0)