North Ridgeville public meetings in 2024

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One seeks a larger detached garage than code allows, and the other seeks a taller entrance sign than permitted. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance for 308 sq ft garage area at 5884 Rosebelle Ave (code allows 676 sq ft, applicant shows 984 sq ft)
• Variance for 4-foot sign height at The Crossing at French Creek, 5725 Avon Belden Rd (code allows 6 ft, applicant shows 10 ft)
• Approval of November 21, 2024 minutes

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals denied a variance request for a 984-square-foot detached garage at 5884 Rosebelle Ave, which exceeded the 676-square-foot code limit, in a 4-1 vote. The Board granted a 4-foot height variance for an entrance sign at The Crossing at French Creek, 5725 Avon Belden Rd, allowing a 10-foot sign instead of the 6-foot code limit, in a 5-0 vote. The minutes also included reports from the Planning Commission on six items, including rezoning and subdivision approvals, but no other public hearings were held.

• Denied variance for 984 sq ft garage at 5884 Rosebelle Ave (4-1)
• Granted 4-foot height variance for entrance sign at 5725 Avon Belden Rd (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 meeting as submitted

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance 2024-136, which would rezone a property at 39462 Center Ridge Road from I-3 Heavy Industrial to B-3 Highway Commercial. The hearing is scheduled for December 16, 2024, at 6:45 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. This is a single-item agenda focused solely on the proposed zoning change.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-136 to rezone 39462 Center Ridge Road from I-3 Heavy Industrial to B-3 Highway Commercial
• Rezoning affects permanent parcel number 07-00-046-101-006
• Ordinance introduced by Mayor Corcoran, first reading on 11-18-2024, referred to Planning Commission on 12-10-2024

The City Council held a public hearing on December 16, 2024, to consider Ordinance 2024-136, which would rezone the property at 39462 Center Ridge Road from I-3 Heavy Industrial to B-3 Highway Commercial. No public comments or council discussion were made, and the hearing was adjourned. No final decision was made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held on rezoning 39462 Center Ridge Road (no vote taken)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, December 16, 2024. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will review Planning Commission recommendations on several rezoning and development proposals, including a rezoning to B-3 Highway Commercial, a new school transportation center, and high school site work. They will also hold first readings on ordinances including a peddler penalty amendment and a $13,050 contract with Western Reserve Area on Aging, and second readings on the rezoning and 2025 appropriations. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Rezoning 39462 Center Ridge Rd from I-3 to B-3 Highway Commercial (PPZ2024-0318)
• Final plat for The Crossing at French Creek Phase 1 (5725 Avon Belden Rd)
• New transportation/maintenance center at 7001 Ranger Way (PPZ2024-0321)
• High school Phase 1 site work at 34600 Bainbridge Rd (PPZ2024-0322)
• Contract with Western Reserve Area on Aging for $13,050 (O 2024-143)

Records Commission

The North Ridgeville Records Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its June 26, 2024 meeting and adopt a public records policy that includes fees for copies. The commission consists of the mayor, auditor, and law director.

• Approval of Records Commission Meeting Minutes dated June 26, 2024
• Adoption of Public Records Policy with fees for copies

The North Ridgeville Records Commission approved the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes, the RC-2 records retention schedules for the Office for Older Adults, and a Public Records Policy with fees for copies. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The policy adoption follows Ordinance 2024-71, which allows the commission to set copy fees without legislative approval.

• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved RC-2 for Office for Older Adults, including updated retention periods and new schedules for driver logs, vehicle inspection logs, and meal service records (4-0)
• Adopted Public Records Policy with fees for copies (4-0)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission is meeting to decide on several zoning certificates, a rezoning request, subdivision plats, and school facility projects, as well as to review the Zoning Code Diagnosis and Active Transportation Plan. These are administrative approvals and recommendations that will guide future development in the city.

• Rezoning of 39462 Center Ridge Rd from I-3 Heavy Industrial to B-3 Highway Commercial (PPZ2024-0318)
• Final plat for Phase 1 of The Crossing at French Creek subdivision, 5725 Avon Belden Rd (PPZ2024-0320)
• New transportation and maintenance center for North Ridgeville City Schools at 7001 Ranger Way (PPZ2024-0321)
• Phase 1 early site work for new high school at 34600 Bainbridge Rd (PPZ2024-0322)
• Zoning certificates for barbershop, pet salon, and construction storage

The Planning Commission recommended approval of rezoning a property at 39462 Center Ridge Rd from I-3 Heavy Industrial to B-3 Highway Commercial for a restaurant and lounge. They also recommended approval of the final plat for Phase 1 of The Crossing at French Creek subdivision, a new transportation center for North Ridgeville City Schools, and Phase 1 early site work for the new high school, each with conditions. Additionally, the Commission recommended approval of the Zoning Code Diagnosis and the Active Transportation Plan.

• Recommended rezoning 39462 Center Ridge Rd to B-3 Highway Commercial (5-0)
• Recommended final plat for Phase 1 of The Crossing at French Creek subdivision, 41 lots (5-0)
• Recommended North Ridgeville City Schools Transportation Center at 7001 Ranger Way (5-0)
• Recommended Phase 1 early site work for new high school at 34600 Bainbridge Rd (5-0)
• Recommended Zoning Code Diagnosis (5-0)
• Recommended Active Transportation Plan and Safe Routes to School Plan (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting
• Noted three administrative zoning certificates for new businesses

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting on December 4, 2024. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, and reports from liaisons, the director, and staff. No specific action items or public hearings are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily for receiving updates and discussing routine matters.

• Approval of minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting
• Reports from Council and School Board liaisons
• Financial report on 2024 revenues and expenses
• Parks & Recreation Director report
• Recreation Services Administrator and Grounds Maintenance reports

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will review and vote on several ordinances at this meeting, including the 2025 budget, a new water meter service fund, and a contract for water service line inspections. The council will also consider repealing a temporary business ordinance and discuss financial reports.

• Ordinance O 2024-137: Establish Water Meter Service Fund
• Ordinance O 2024-138: Amend 2024 appropriations
• Ordinance O 2024-139: Approve 2025 budget
• Ordinance O 2024-140: $100,000 contract with Utility Metering Solutions, LLC for water service line inspections
• Ordinance O 2024-133: Repeal temporary business ordinance (NRCO Chapter 866)

City Council Public Hearing

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a public hearing to consider the Lake Ridge Academy Issue Series 2024, a private activity bond issue. The hearing is required for the bonds to qualify for tax-exempt status under federal law. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on Lake Ridge Academy Issue Series 2024 private activity bonds
• Bond issue must satisfy IRS public approval requirement (Section 147(f))
• Hearing scheduled for December 2, 2024, at 6:55 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss a diagnosis of the Zoning Code and Subdivision Regulations. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The meeting includes standard procedural items like call to order and roll call.

• Discussion of Zoning Code and Subdivision Regulation Diagnosis

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will meet to handle routine personnel actions, including approving minutes, receiving reports on oaths and withdrawal requests, and voting on re-certifying several eligibility lists for fire and police positions. They will also consider approving the timeline for the 2024 Police & Fire entrance examinations and discuss a rule regarding extension of time due to arbitration.

• Re-certify 2023-2025 Fire Lieutenant Promotional Examination Eligibility List
• Re-certify Firefighter/Paramedic Class C Entrance Examination Eligibility List
• Re-certify Top 10 Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Examination Eligibility List
• Re-certify Patrol Officer Class D Entrance Eligibility List
• Approve timeline for 2024 Police & Fire Entrance Examinations

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission unanimously approved re-certifying several eligibility lists, including the Fire Lieutenant Promotional, Firefighter/Paramedic Class D, and Patrol Officer Class D lists, due to promotions and withdrawals. It also approved a timeline for 2024 Police & Fire entrance examinations and waived a rule to extend appointment deadlines until January 31, 2025, pending arbitration. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2024 (3-0)
• Re-certified 2023-2025 Fire Lieutenant Promotional Examination Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Entrance Examination Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Top 10 Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Re-certified Patrol Officer Class D Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved timeline for 2024 Police & Fire Entrance Examinations (3-0)
• Waived Rule VIII, Section 2, second paragraph, extending appointment deadline to January 31, 2025 (3-0)

City Council

The Finance Committee is holding a two-day meeting to discuss the 2025 annual budget. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and budget discussion, with no specific items listed.

• 2025 Annual Budget Discussion

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: two for residential fence height and opacity, and one for a commercial monument sign setback and base material. The board will also approve minutes from the October 24 meeting and receive reports.

• PPZ2024-0305: 2-ft height variance (6 ft vs 4 ft allowed) and opacity variance (0% open vs 50% required) for fence at 38527 Chandler Way
• PPZ2024-0310: 16.5-ft setback variance (16.5 ft vs 20 ft required) and base composition variance (single pole vs stone/brick) for monument sign at 35836 Center Ridge Rd
• PPZ2024-0306: 2-ft height variance (8 ft vs 6 ft allowed) for 16-ft section of privacy fence at 33681 Browning Dr
• Approval of regular meeting minutes of October 24, 2024

City Council

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 annual budget. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a budget discussion. This is a working session focused on the upcoming fiscal year's spending plan.

• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from November 14, 15, and 16, 2023
• 2025 annual budget discussion

Committee of the Whole

The North Ridgeville City Council will consider Planning Commission's approval of a 4,000 sq ft urgent care building at 34548 Center Ridge Rd, and a rezoning of 39462 Center Ridge Rd from I-3 to B-3. They will also hold first readings on an appropriations amendment and the rezoning ordinance, and a third reading on an agricultural district filing fee amendment. The meeting includes routine reports and minutes approval.

• Planning Commission approval of University Hospitals Urgent Care, 34548 Center Ridge Rd, 4,000 sq ft, B-3 zoning
• First reading: Ordinance 2024-135 amending 2024 appropriations
• First reading: Ordinance 2024-136 rezoning 39462 Center Ridge Rd from I-3 to B-3
• Third reading: Ordinance 2024-122 amending Agricultural District Filing Fee (Section 804.01)
• Announcement: Public hearing Dec 2 on Lake Ridge Academy Revenue Bonds Series 2024

The council approved the Planning Commission's recommendation for a 4,000 sq ft University Hospitals urgent care at 34548 Center Ridge Rd (6-0), and adopted Ordinance 2024-135 amending the 2024 appropriations with an emergency clause (6-0). It also adopted Ordinance 2024-122 increasing the agricultural district filing fee from $75 to cover advertising costs (6-0). A rezoning request for 39462 Center Ridge Rd was referred to the Planning Commission.

• Approved University Hospitals urgent care at 34548 Center Ridge Rd (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-135 amending 2024 appropriations with emergency clause (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-122 increasing agricultural district filing fee (6-0)
• Referred rezoning of 39462 Center Ridge Rd to Planning Commission

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss new business, including an ordinance that would repeal Chapter 866 of the Business Regulation Code and prohibit temporary businesses. The ordinance was introduced by Mayor Corcoran and had its first reading on November 4, 2024.

• Ordinance repealing NRCO Chapter 866 (Temporary Businesses) and prohibiting temporary businesses

The Committee of the Whole voted 6-0 to send Ordinance 2024-133, which would repeal Chapter 866 of the Business Regulation Code and prohibit temporary businesses, to City Council for consideration. The ordinance includes exceptions and does not affect food trucks, which are covered separately. The committee discussed its impact on door-to-door sales, farm stands, and pop-up tents.

• Sent Ordinance 2024-133 (temporary business ban) to City Council (6-0)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, consider administrative zoning certificates for a restaurant and a coffee shop, and review a proposal for a new urgent care facility. The meeting also includes updates on zoning code diagnosis, active transportation, and traffic studies.

• Certificate of Zoning Compliance for Sitto's Restaurant, 34259 Center Ridge Rd
• Certificate of Zoning Compliance for Italian Coffee, 34960 Center Ridge Rd
• New business: University Hospitals Urgent Care, 34548 Center Ridge Rd, 4,000 sq ft building in B-3 Highway Commercial District

The Planning Commission approved a zoning certificate for a 4,000 sq ft University Hospitals urgent care building at 34548 Center Ridge Rd. The project is zoning compliant except for signage, which will require a variance. Two administrative zoning certificates were also issued for new businesses in the Giant Eagle Plaza.

• Approved zoning certificate for UH Urgent Care, 34548 Center Ridge Rd (unanimous)
• Approved administrative zoning certificate for Sitto's Restaurant, 34259 Center Ridge Rd
• Approved administrative zoning certificate for Italian Coffee, 34960 Center Ridge Rd
• Approved minutes of October 8, 2024 meeting as submitted

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes, administrators' reports (including swearing in a new Fire Lieutenant), and several ordinances for first, second, and third readings. Key decisions include a $5.025 million bond for water meters, a $130,000 dump truck purchase, and a lease for commercial space at 7059 Avon Belden Road.

• Vote on $5,025,000 bond for Ultrasonic Water Meter Equipment
• Approve $130,000 purchase of a One-Ton Ford F550 Dump Truck with Plow for Public Works
• Lease 500 sq ft commercial space at 7059 Avon Belden Road to Modern Massage and Spa LLC
• Repeal temporary business regulations (NRCO Chapter 866)
• Vacate portion of Root Road (O 2024-94)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider requests to withdraw five individuals from the Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Entrance Eligibility List, as submitted by Fire Chief Reese. The commission will also act on re-certifying the firefighter and police sergeant eligibility lists and review disciplinary records. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on personnel list updates.

• Withdrawal requests for Steven Koehl, Max Seipel, Ian Shirey, Adam Trapletti, and Bianca Inman from the Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Entrance Eligibility List
• Re-certify Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Entrance Eligibility List
• Re-certify Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Top 10 Entrance Eligibility List
• Re-certify 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Top 3 Promotional Eligibility List
• Review Disciplinary Records per Rule VII, Section 6

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission approved the September 23, 2024 minutes and recertified several eligibility lists due to withdrawals and removals. Five firefighters/paramedics withdrew from the Class D Entrance Eligibility List, prompting recertification of both the full and Top 10 lists. The 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Top 3 Promotional and Promotional Eligibility Lists were also recertified due to a removal. No public comment was given, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes (2-0)
• Recertified Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Entrance Eligibility List after 5 withdrawals (2-0)
• Recertified Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Top 10 Entrance Eligibility List after withdrawals (2-0)
• Recertified 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Top 3 Promotional Eligibility List due to removal (2-0)
• Recertified 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List (2-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One is for St. Peter Catholic Church to add a parish hall and site improvements, including front-yard setback and nonconforming structure variances. The other is for a homeowner to build an 18-foot deck with a setback variance.

• PPZ2024-0298: St. Peter Catholic Church, 35777 Center Ridge Rd — front-yard setback and nonconforming structure variances for parish hall addition
• PPZ2024-0303: 5449 Trevi Ct — 3.64-foot setback variance for 18-foot deck in R-1 district

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved two variances for St. Peter Catholic Church to build an 8,000-square-foot parish hall addition, including a front yard setback variance and a variance for expanding a nonconforming structure. The board also approved the minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved front yard setback variance for St. Peter Church parish hall (4-0)
• Approved variance for addition to nonconforming structure at St. Peter Church (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 regular meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes reports from liaisons, financial updates, and director reports. Key items include the South Central Park Playground RFP, with proposals due October 25, and updates on recent events and programs.

• South Central Park Playground RFP: 6 firms requested packets, proposals due Oct 25
• Trust Fund revenue through Sept 2024: $302,373.68; unencumbered balance $264,630.65
• Park & Recreation Improvement Fund revenue through Sept: $45,190.70; unencumbered balance $263,640.03
• General Fund expenses through Sept: $354,540.95 (75.83% of budget)
• NR Veterans Memorial landscape completed by Elevate Landscaping

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control is holding a regular meeting to review old business, including updates on the Mills Creek Flood Control Basin, Fortune Ditch, and several bridge and culvert replacements. They will also discuss new business regarding Service Department ditch maintenance. The meeting is primarily informational, with no votes or public hearings listed.

• Mills Creek Flood Control Basin Project Update
• Fortune Ditch Update
• Chestnut Road Bridge Replacement Update
• Maddock Road Culvert Replacement Update
• SR 83 Culvert over Fortune Ditch Update

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control met and heard updates on several projects. No formal votes were taken on new business; the only action was approving the July 23, 2024 minutes (8-0). Discussions covered the Sugar Ridge Road bridge replacement (on schedule for December), the Fortune Ditch litigation delay, and the Mills Creek Flood Control Basin project, which faces potential added costs due to Army Corps wetland mitigation requirements.

• Approved minutes of July 23, 2024 (8-0)
• Heard update: Sugar Ridge Road bridge replacement on schedule for December completion
• Heard update: Fortune Ditch project delayed by litigation, work may not begin until 2025
• Heard update: Mills Creek Flood Control Basin awaiting Army Corps permit; potential $300,000-$500,000 added cost for wetland mitigation

City Council Public Hearing

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Resolution 2024-114, which would approve an application by Nancy and Richard Schartman, as trustees, to designate certain land they own as being within an Agricultural District. The hearing is scheduled for October 21, 2024, at 6:50 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-114 to approve Agricultural District designation for land owned by Nancy and Richard Schartman (Trustees)
• Resolution introduced by Mayor Kevin Corcoran

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance 2024-94, which proposes vacating a portion of Root Road. The ordinance was introduced by Mayor Kevin Corcoran on August 19, 2024, and referred to the Planning Commission on October 8, 2024.

• 2024-94: Ordinance to vacate a portion of Root Road

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 21, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. The body will consider several ordinances, including a public hearing on the vacation of a portion of Root Road, and votes on first, second, and third readings of various proposals such as equipment purchases, fee amendments, and water meter replacements.

• Root Road vacation (O 2024-94) with public hearing on 10-21-2024
• Purchase of new chipper truck for up to $174,317.00 (O 2024-121)
• Mass water meter replacement project with contracts up to $160,000.00 (O 2024-125) and $3,300,000.00 for Cypress Avenue Extension (O 2024-107)
• Amendment to agricultural district filing fee (O 2024-122)
• Designation of land owned by Nancy and Richard Schartman as Agricultural District (R 2024-114)

The North Ridgeville City Council met on October 21, 2024, but took no final votes on any legislation. All items were introduced or continued through readings, including ordinances for a new chipper truck, a dump truck, and a server room contract, as well as a resolution for tax levies. The council also received the Planning Commission's approval of a Root Road vacation, which requires council action. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2024 (no vote recorded)
• Received Planning Commission approval of Root Rd vacation (3-1, condition: water/sewer easement)
• Introduced O 2024-121: chipper truck purchase up to $174,317
• Introduced O 2024-122: amend agricultural district filing fee
• Introduced O 2024-123: sale of city personal property
• Introduced R 2024-124: tax levies and rates
• Introduced O 2024-125: server contract with Go2IT Group up to $160,000
• Second readings held for Root Rd vacation, billing amendment, agricultural district, dump truck

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 8, 2024, to review administrative approvals, including a zoning certificate for a motel, and to discuss planning project updates. Under new business, the commission will consider a request to vacate a portion of Root Rd and a proposal for a Parish Hall addition at St. Peter Catholic Church.

• Zoning Certificate of Compliance for a motel at 38784 Center Ridge Rd (Red Door Renovations, LLC)
• Root Rd street vacation petition by Wink Royalton (PPN 07-00-021-111-001)
• St. Peter Catholic Church Parish Hall addition and site improvements (35777 Center Ridge Rd, R-1 zoning)
• Updates on Zoning Code Diagnosis, Active Transportation Plan, and Traffic Studies

The Planning Commission recommended vacating a portion of Root Road adjacent to a business, with conditions requiring a water main easement and possible sewer easement. The commission also approved a development plan for St. Peter Catholic Church's parish hall addition, subject to a setback variance, shared parking approval, landscape plan review, and lot consolidation. The Root Road vacation passed 3-1, with member Toth voting no.

• Recommended Root Road vacation (3-1), conditioned on water main and possible sewer easement
• Approved St. Peter Catholic Church parish hall addition development plan, subject to BZBA setback variance, shared parking, landscape plan, and lot consolidation

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including first readings of resolutions and ordinances on traffic safety grants, a senior center vehicle purchase, city hall improvements, server purchases, police union contracts, and an agricultural district application. They will also have second readings on water meter replacement and related charges, and a third reading on vacating a portion of Elmer Avenue. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• R 2024-111: Accept ODOT subgrant of $59,332 for a senior center expansion vehicle
• O 2024-112: Authorize bids for City Hall Improvements Project
• O 2024-115: Authorize purchase of servers and equipment up to $167,000
• O 2024-118/119: Authorize collective bargaining agreements with police unions (Blue/White and Gold units)
• O 2024-107: Increase Cypress Avenue Extension contract to $3,300,000

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation Commission held its September 25, 2024 meeting at the Senior Center. Members received liaison reports on city services, school updates, and financial status, but no new ordinances, contracts, or fee changes were introduced or voted on.

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes, acknowledge a firefighter's retirement, certify payroll, and consider amendments to Rule VII, Section 6 regarding disqualification of eligibles and hearing procedures. These are routine administrative actions.

• Retirement letter from Firefighter Andrew Castle dated September 13, 2024
• Certification of payroll per Rule I, Section 3
• Amend Rule VII, Section 6, Disqualification of Eligibles, adding language
• Rule VII, Section 6, Hearing

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission voted to remove Detective Aaron Neff from the promotional eligibility list for Sergeant, citing pending criminal charges and disciplinary actions. The Commission also amended Rule VII, Section 6 to allow consideration of disciplinary files and pending charges in eligibility determinations. The meeting included public comments opposing the rule change and the removal.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2024 special meeting (2-0)
• Amended Rule VII, Section 6 to add language on considering disciplinary files and pending charges (2-0)
• Removed Detective Aaron Neff from promotional eligibility list (2-0)
• Added public comment as a standing agenda item (2-0)
• Certified Civil Service payroll list (2-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance 2024-80, which proposes vacating a portion of Elmer Avenue. The ordinance was introduced by Mayor Kevin Corcoran and referred to the Planning Commission before this hearing.

• 2024-80: Ordinance to vacate a portion of Elmer Avenue

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 16, 2024, with several items requiring action. They will consider ordinances and resolutions introduced by the Mayor, including a $3.3 million increase for the Cypress Avenue Extension project, a settlement agreement with a former employee, and a grant application for the Bagley Road Sidewalks Project. The council will also review Planning Commission recommendations for a conditional use at Century Tavern and the vacation of a portion of Elmer Avenue, and hold public hearings on related ordinances. Committee reports on ordinances from the Utilities and Safety Committees will also be considered.

• Ordinance 2024-107: Increase Cypress Avenue Extension construction contract to $3,300,000
• Resolution 2024-108: Approve settlement agreement with former employee
• Ordinance 2024-106: Apply for NOACA grant for Bagley Road Sidewalks Project
• Ordinance 2024-80: Vacate portion of Elmer Avenue (public hearing)
• Planning Commission: Conditional use approved for Century Tavern, 33312 Center Ridge Rd

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission is meeting to handle administrative approvals, zoning certificates, and new business items. They will vote on exterior alterations for a new business, a zoning compliance certificate for a smoke shop, site improvements for Century Tavern, and a request to vacate a portion of Elmer Ave.

• Administrative approval for exterior alterations at 35423 Center Ridge Rd (PPZ2024-0282)
• Zoning compliance certificate for a smoke shop at 39257 Center Ridge Rd (PPZ2024-0292)
• Site improvements for Century Tavern at 33312 Center Ridge Rd, zoned B-3 Highway Commercial
• Street vacation of a portion of Elmer Ave, zoned R-1 Residence District

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and development plan for Century Tavern at 33312 Center Ridge Rd, allowing site improvements including a parking lot and patio. The commission also approved a street vacation request for Elmer Ave, subject to lot consolidation. Both decisions passed unanimously (4-0).

• Approved conditional use permit for Century Tavern (4-0)
• Accepted development plan for Century Tavern, subject to lot lines, water easements, and potential lot consolidations (4-0)
• Approved Elmer Ave street vacation for Cynthia Perry, subject to lot consolidation (4-0)
• Elected Frank Toth as Liaison to Board of Zoning and Building Appeals (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting with a light agenda. The main item is a discussion of the Commission's rules and regulations, with no formal action scheduled on this topic. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and an executive session.

• Discussion of Civil Service Commission Rules & Regulations
• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2024 meeting
• Executive session

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission held a special meeting and unanimously approved the August 26 minutes. They discussed a proposed rule supplementing Rule VII, Section 6 on disqualification of eligibles, to be voted on at the next regular meeting. The commission scheduled a personnel hearing for September 23 to evaluate a candidate's eligibility for the promotion list, and waived Rule VIII, Section 2 to extend the time period by 30 days due to pending administrative matters for the Sergeant promotional list. Public comment was added as a standing agenda item, though none were given.

• Approved regular meeting minutes of August 26, 2024 (3-0)
• Scheduled personnel hearing for September 23 to evaluate candidate eligibility for promotion list (3-0)
• Waived Rule VIII, Section 2 to extend time period by 30 days for Sergeant promotional list (3-0)
• Added public comment as standing agenda item (3-0)

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will review two proposed ordinances: one amending parking regulations and another establishing fireworks enforcement for the Police Department. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting.

• Ordinance 2024-81 amending N.R.C.O Section 452.03 on prohibited standing or parking places
• Ordinance 2024-82 establishing fireworks enforcement capability for the Police Department
• Approval of Safety Committee minutes from June 3, 2024

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee is meeting to review and take action on several ordinances related to water utility operations, including authorizing credit card processing fees, contracting for a city-wide water meter replacement project, purchasing meters from Badger Meter, and establishing a water meter service charge. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Ordinance 2024-88: Authorize credit card processing fees for payers
• Ordinance 2024-89: Contract with Utility Metering Solutions, LLC for City-Wide Mass Water Meter Replacement Project
• Ordinance 2024-90: Purchase water meters and appurtenances from Badger Meter, INC.
• Ordinance 2024-91: Establish a water meter service charge
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2023 and May 1, 2023

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting to consider a liquor permit transfer for a GETGO station, take action on a home occupations ordinance, and introduce several ordinances and resolutions, including traffic code amendments, general offenses changes, a playground replacement contract, and a bridge improvement project.

• Liquor permit transfer from GETGO Operating LLC to Riser Foods DBA GETGO at 34179 Center Ridge Road
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-95 amending traffic code sections 402.077, 402.37, 404.991, 452.04
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-96 amending general offenses code sections 624.01, 624.14, 624.141, 630.11, 636.20, 666.02, 666.03
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-97 authorizing design-build contract for South Central Park playground replacement
• Resolution 2024-98 to cooperate with ODOT for Avon Belden Road (SR 83) bridge deck replacement over SR 10

Parks & Recreation Commission

This is a routine monthly meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission. The agenda consists of standard procedural items (call to order, pledge, roll call, minutes approval) followed by reports from liaisons and staff, with no specific action items or proposals listed under old or new business.

• Council liaison's report
• School board liaison's report
• Financial report
• Parks & Recreation director report
• Grounds maintenance report

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss the retirement of Police Sergeant Corey Sabo, and consider changes to rules on disciplinary action and hearings. They will also discuss a waiver request for police department special requirements and certify payroll.

• Retirement of Police Sergeant Corey Sabo, dated August 16, 2024
• Discussion on Municipalities' use of Home Rule versus ORC
• Rule X, Section 1 (Disciplinary Action) and Rule XI, Section 1 (Hearing notification) review
• Request for waiver to Rule VI, Section 3(a) (Special Requirements in Police Department)
• Certification of payroll per Rule I, Section 3

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission granted a waiver to Duane Smith of the age restriction in Rule VI, Section 3(a) for police department applicants, allowing him to take the patrol officer exam. The commission also certified the payroll following the retirement of Police Sergeant Corey Sabo and discussed aligning disciplinary rules and home rule authority. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Granted age waiver to Duane Smith for police applicant (3-0)
• Certified Civil Service payroll (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024 (3-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel issues (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. The first involves two lot area variances and a rear yard setback variance for a new phase of the Hampton Place subdivision. The second seeks a variance to store an RV in the front yard of a residence. The third requests a variance for a taller, closed fence in a front yard. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance for 319.83 sq ft lot area deficit (sublot 388) and 1,671.53 sq ft deficit (sublot 389) at Hampton Place Phase 8
• 8.4-foot rear yard setback variance for sublot 388 at Hampton Place
• RV storage variance for 35303 Downing Ave (R-1 district)
• Fence variance for 6329 Mills Creek Lane (6-foot, 100% closed fence in front yard)

The Board approved three variances for Hampton Place Phase 8 to allow two sublots to meet minimum lot area and rear yard setback requirements, with votes of 4-0, 4-0, and 3-1. The Board tabled a request from Chris & Linda Rogers to store an RV in their front yard, voting 3-1 to defer action pending a zoning code update. A fence variance request from James & Tammy Kovatch was also heard but no decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved variance for 319.83 sq ft lot area reduction on sublot 388 (4-0)
• Approved variance for 1,671.53 sq ft lot area reduction on sublot 389 (4-0)
• Approved 8.4-foot rear yard setback variance on sublot 388 (3-1)
• Tabled RV front yard storage variance request (3-1)

Building and Lands Committee

The Building and Lands Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and consider an ordinance amending Chapter 830 on home occupations in the business regulation code. The ordinance was introduced by the mayor and had its first reading earlier in August.

• Ordinance 2024-78 amending Chapter 830 Home Occupations
• Approval of March 4, 2024 committee minutes

The Building and Lands Committee voted 3-0 to send Ordinance 2024-78, which updates the city's home occupation regulations, to City Council for consideration as submitted. The ordinance would add restrictions on home-based businesses, including prohibiting certain uses, limiting outdoor storage and traffic hours, and changing the permit fee to a non-refundable application fee. The committee discussed enforcement and education efforts but made no other substantive decisions.

• Approved sending Ordinance 2024-78 to City Council as submitted (3-0)
• Approved minutes from March 4, 2024, as submitted

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will review and vote on several ordinances, including a mass water meter replacement project, a moratorium on certain business permits in the Town Center, and a pedestrian bridge replacement. The meeting will also include reports from city administrators and committee updates.

• Resolution to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission grants for capital improvements
• Ordinance to charge credit card processing fees
• Ordinance for city-wide mass water meter replacement project with Utility Metering Solutions, LLC
• Ordinance imposing a 180-day moratorium on certain business permits in the Town Center
• Ordinance to vacate a portion of Root Road

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 2024, has been cancelled by order of Chairman James Smolik. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council will hold first readings on 10 ordinances, including a resolution supporting a rail grade crossing elimination project, amendments to home occupation regulations and parking rules, a grant for the Cypress Avenue Extension, vacating part of Elmer Avenue, fireworks enforcement, budget appropriations, a property purchase contract, and a water vault replacement project. They will also have a second reading on repealing fees for copies. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Resolution R 2024-77 supporting Race Road and Maddock Road rail grade crossing elimination
• Ordinance O 2024-79 authorizing grant agreement for Cypress Avenue Extension Project
• Ordinance O 2024-80 vacating a portion of Elmer Avenue
• Ordinance O 2024-82 establishing fireworks enforcement for Police Department
• Ordinance O 2024-85 authorizing Sugar Ridge PRV vault replacement contract up to $521,840

The council approved four ordinances with emergency clauses: accepting a $700,000 state grant for the Cypress Avenue Extension, amending the 2024 appropriations, authorizing purchase of property for the Boulder Drive Retention Basin Project, and authorizing bids for the Sugar Ridge PRV vault replacement (not to exceed $521,840). All votes were 7-0. The council also appointed Paul Graupmann to the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals and Frank Toth to the Planning Commission, and referred several other items to committees.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-79 accepting $700,000 state grant for Cypress Avenue Extension (7-0, emergency)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-83 amending 2024 appropriations (7-0, emergency)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-84 authorizing property purchase for Boulder Drive Retention Basin (7-0, emergency)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-85 authorizing Sugar Ridge PRV vault replacement bids up to $521,840 (7-0, emergency)
• Appointed Paul Graupmann to Board of Zoning and Building Appeals (7-0)
• Appointed Frank Toth to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Referred Ordinance 2024-78 (home occupations) to Building and Lands Committee
• Referred Ordinance 2024-80 (vacate Elmer Avenue) to Planning Commission

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. The requests involve an outbuilding in a front yard, a building addition with a front yard depth variance, and a home-occupation garage with multiple variances. The board will decide whether to grant these requests.

• Variance for outbuilding in front yard at 9302 Winfield Lane (PPZ2024-0286)
• 8-foot front yard depth variance for addition at 32907 Chestnut Ridge Rd (PPZ2024-0287)
• Appeal to allow second home-occupation vehicle at 5884 Rosebelle Ave (PPZ2024-0288)
• 1-foot side setback variance and 356 sq ft garage area variance at 5884 Rosebelle Ave
• Garage at 5884 Rosebelle Ave exceeds 26 feet in width

Parks & Recreation Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, agenda finalization, and approval of minutes, followed by reports from liaisons and staff. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting is largely routine and informational.

• Approval of minutes
• Council liaison's report
• Financial report
• Parks & Recreation director report
• Recreation supervisor report

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control is meeting to discuss and review drainage and flood control projects, including ditch maintenance, bridge and culvert replacements, and an update on the Mills Creek Flood Control Basin. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with no final decisions listed.

• Review of Service Department Ditch Maintenance
• Mills Creek Flood Control Basin Project Update
• Chestnut Road Bridge Replacement
• Maddock Road Culvert Replacement
• SR 83 Culvert over Fortune Ditch

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control approved the minutes from January 23, 2024, by a 9-0 vote. Members reviewed ongoing ditch maintenance projects, including the Forest Ridge and Krueger ditches, and discussed several bridge and culvert replacements, including the Dixon Ditch bridge and Maddock Road culvert. No formal decisions were made on these projects; they were informational updates.

• Approved minutes of January 23, 2024 (9-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel actions, including receiving oaths of office for a patrol officer and a sergeant, and certifying or re-certifying several police eligibility lists. The commission will also certify payroll as required by its rules. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Oath of Office for Patrol Officer Meghan Martin-Mauser (July 15, 2024)
• Certify Patrol Officer Lateral Transfer List due to appointment
• Oath of Office for Sergeant Ryan Jones (July 19, 2024)
• Re-certify Top 3 Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List
• Certification of payroll per Rule I, Section 3

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission approved minutes with a correction, re-certified multiple police eligibility lists due to appointments, received oaths of office for Officer Meghan Martin-Mauser and Sergeant Ryan Jones, and tabled payroll certification to the next meeting. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved July 1, 2024 minutes with correction on page 5 (3-0)
• Re-certified Police Lateral Transfer List due to appointment (3-0)
• Re-certified Top 3 Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List due to appointment (3-0)
• Re-certified Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List due to appointment (3-0)
• Tabled Civil Service payroll certification to next regular meeting (3-0)
• Re-certified 2024-2026 Patrol Officer Class D Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Amended agenda for public comment after executive session (3-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including accepting a state grant for body-worn cameras, approving a drone purchase from a law enforcement trust account, and amending the 2024 appropriations. They will also review Planning Commission actions on two development proposals and a new liquor permit request for Chipotle. The meeting includes routine reports and first readings of several items.

• Resolution accepting $83,549.06 OCJS subgrant for Body Worn Camera Project
• Resolution approving Law Enforcement Trust Account expenditure for a drone
• Planning Commission approved 10,000 sq ft addition at 33600 Liberty Parkway (T.J.B. Incorporated)
• Planning Commission denied 9,000 sq ft building at 35782 Center Ridge Rd (Pro Care, We Care)
• New liquor permit request for Chipotle Mexican Grill at 34712 Center Ridge Road

The council approved several emergency measures, including accepting a $83,549 state grant for body-worn cameras and authorizing a drone purchase from the Law Enforcement Trust Account. It also adopted the 2025 tax budget, amended the 2024 appropriations, and approved a donation of picnic tables. The council upheld the Planning Commission's denial of a proposed 9,000-square-foot building for Pro Care, We Care, and approved a 10,000-square-foot addition for T.J.B. Incorporated.

• Approved $83,549 OCJS grant for body-worn cameras (7-0)
• Approved drone purchase from Law Enforcement Trust Account (7-0)
• Adopted 2025 tax budget (7-0)
• Amended 2024 annual appropriations (7-0)
• Approved donation of 10 picnic tables from Lorain County (7-0)
• Upheld denial of Pro Care, We Care building proposal (7-0)
• Approved T.J.B. Incorporated 10,000 sq ft addition (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted ordinance amending smoking in public assembly rules (7-0)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will review administrative zoning approvals and new business proposals at its July 9, 2024 meeting. Items include electric vehicle charging stations, salon and spa zoning compliance, and land-use amendments for industrial and commercial properties.

• Administrative approval of EV charging stations at 32801 Lorain Rd (PPZ2024-0250)
• Zoning Certificate of Compliance for The Point Salon and Spa at 36000 Westminster Ave (PPZ2024-0280)
• Amendment approval for Sportsville building orientation change at 37500 Center Ridge Rd (PPZ2024-0283)
• Amendment to add land to Ridgeville Farms development at 7691 Avon Belden Rd (PPZ2024-0284)
• New business: 10,000 sq. ft. industrial addition proposal at 33600 Liberty Parkway (PPZ2024-0279)

The Planning Commission approved a 10,000 sq. ft. addition to TJB Incorporated's industrial building at 33600 Liberty Parkway, with a condition to change the exterior finish from split face block to painted block. The commission denied a recommendation for Pro Care We Care's proposed 9,000 sq. ft. building at 35782 Center Ridge Rd, with the motion failing 1-3. Administrative approvals for EV charging stations, a salon, a building orientation change, and a land addition were noted.

• Approved TJB Inc. 10,000 sq ft addition (4-0) with condition to use painted block
• Denied Pro Care We Care site plan recommendation (1-3)
• Noted administrative approvals for EV charging stations, salon, and land amendments

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances and a grant proposal during this meeting. Items include a grant for Senior Center ADA improvements and updates to smoking regulations in public assembly places.

• Resolution R 2024-69: Cleveland Foundation grant for Senior Center ADA improvements
• Ordinance O 2024-58: Amending smoking regulations in places of public assembly
• Ordinance O 2024-63: Repealing Chapter 862 Taxicabs of the Business Regulation Code
• Ordinance O 2024-70: Amending Exhibit C of Ordinance Number 2024-22

The council unanimously adopted two emergency ordinances: one accepting a Cleveland Foundation grant for ADA improvements at the Senior Center, and another clarifying exempt employee probation and vacation cash-out provisions. It also amended and advanced a smoking ordinance to third reading and moved a taxi code repeal to third reading. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-69 accepting Cleveland Foundation grant for Senior Center ADA improvements (6-0, emergency)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-70 amending Exhibit C of Ordinance 2024-22 on exempt employee probation and vacation cash-out (6-0, emergency)
• Amended Ordinance 2024-58 on smoking in public assembly to remove 25-foot sign restriction (6-0), moved to third reading
• Moved Ordinance 2024-63 repealing Chapter 862 Taxicabs to third reading

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will administer oaths of office for four police officers and vote on re-certifying several police eligibility lists. The commission will also certify new firefighter and patrol officer entrance eligibility lists and approve payroll. The agenda is mostly routine personnel and certification actions.

• Oath of office for Captain Greg Petek (June 14, 2024)
• Oath of office for Lieutenant Matt Gorski (June 14, 2024)
• Oath of office for Lieutenant Brian Barens (June 27, 2024)
• Oath of office for Sergeant Damir Kuduzovic (June 27, 2024)
• Re-certify 2024-2026 Police Captain, Lieutenant, and Sergeant Eligibility Lists

The Civil Service Commission approved re-certification of the 2024-2026 Police Captain, Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Sergeant Top 3 Eligibility Lists, certified payroll, and approved the 2024 Firefighter/Paramedic Class D and 2024-2026 Patrol Officer Class D Entrance Eligibility Lists. They also discussed amending Rule X regarding suspension appeal rights but took no action. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved May 20, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Amended agenda to insert public comment after new business (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2026 Police Captain Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2026 Police Lieutenant Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Top 3 Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified payroll (3-0)
• Approved 2024 Firefighter/Paramedic Class D Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: one for a shed setback on Gloria Ave and two from Valore Properties for setbacks and lot sizes in Hampton Place Phases 7 and 8. The board will also approve minutes from the May 23 meeting and receive reports.

• Variance for 2-foot rear setback for shed at 33987 Gloria Ave (code requires 5 feet)
• Variance for 7.5-foot side yard setback for sublots 340 and 341 in Hampton Place Phase 7 (code requires 15 feet)
• Variance for 319.83 sq ft lot area for sublot 388 in Hampton Place Phase 8 (code requires 12,800 sq ft)
• Variance for 1,671.53 sq ft lot area for sublot 389 in Hampton Place Phase 8
• Variance for 8.4-foot rear yard setback for sublot 388 in Hampton Place Phase 8 (code requires 30 feet)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review financial reports for the Trust and Improvement funds through May 2024. The meeting includes updates on department staffing and current youth program enrollments.

• Trust Fund unencumbered balance of $256,040.58 through May 2024
• Park and Recreation Improvement Fund unencumbered balance of $238,349.70 through May 2024
• Ongoing interviews for the vacant Program Supervisor position
• Enrollment updates for Jr. Browns Flag Football and Jr. Ranger Tackle Football
• Financial report covering revenue and expenses from January to May 2024

Records Commission

The North Ridgeville Records Commission is meeting to approve records retention schedules (RC-2) for several city divisions and to consider amending the Public Records Policy and fees for copies. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and these administrative items.

• Approval of RC-2 retention schedules for Public Utilities, Engineering, Building, and Office for Older Adults
• Amending the Public Records Policy and Section 222.03 fees for copies

The Records Commission approved revised records retention schedules (RC-2) for the Public Utilities, Engineering, Building, and Office for Older Adults divisions, all by unanimous 4-0 voice votes. The commission also agreed to forward proposed changes to the Public Records Policy and copy fees to City Council, but tabled final policy changes until December 2024.

• Approved RC-2 retention schedule for Public Utilities Division (4-0)
• Approved RC-2 retention schedule for Engineering Division (4-0)
• Approved RC-2 retention schedule for Building Division (4-0)
• Approved RC-2 retention schedule for Office for Older Adults (4-0)
• Agreed to forward Public Records Policy and copy fee changes to City Council
• Tabled Public Records Policy changes until December 2024 (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2024. The notice was issued by Chairman Donald Schiffbauer. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Regular meeting cancelled for June 24, 2024

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will vote on several ordinances, including increasing the Stoney Ridge Road, Mills Road, and Avalon Drive roundabout project budget by $279,325, raising the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan contract to $400,000, and repealing the taxicab chapter. They will also consider a new liquor permit for a Circle K and approve Planning Commission actions, including a grooming facility addition.

• O 2024-65: Increase roundabout project funding from $1,487,500 to $1,766,825
• O 2024-64: Increase Sanitary Sewer Master Plan contract to $400,000
• O 2024-63: Repeal Chapter 862 Taxicabs
• New liquor permit for Circle K at 34275 Lorain Road
• PPZ2024-0257: Grooming facility addition at 31740 Cook Rd approved with conditions

Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council

The Housing Council reviewed annual Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreements, noting that most are meeting expectations, but Drug Mart and Avenue at North Ridgeville are not fully complying. The council discussed a proposed 75% 10-year tax abatement for RUF US, Inc. to build a facility on Taylor Parkway, with a $10,000 school donation. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted
• Reviewed annual CRA agreements; noted Drug Mart and Avenue at North Ridgeville non-compliance
• Discussed RUF US, Inc. proposed 75% 10-year abatement (no vote taken)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the application by Heller Carpentry and Handyman, LLC for Chuck Stella to construct an addition to the existing building at 31740 Cook Rd for a grooming facility. The approval includes conditions such as a four-sided dumpster enclosure with landscaping, paving the existing gravel drive, and addressing the infiltration trench and emergency access signage. Four administrative approvals and zoning certificates were also noted.

• Approved PPZ2024-0257 Elite K911 grooming facility addition with conditions
• Approved minutes of May 14, 2024 regular meeting
• Noted administrative approval PPZ2024-0270 for firearms manufacturer at 37152 Sugar Ridge Rd
• Noted administrative approval PPZ2024-0271 for exterior alterations at 6287 Lear Nagle Rd
• Noted administrative approval PPZ2024-0274 for packing/shipping store at 34125 Center Ridge Rd
• Noted administrative approval PPZ2024-0245 for equipment storage building at SportsVille

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 3, 2024. The main item is a third reading of an ordinance that would prohibit adult-use cannabis processing, cultivation, and retail dispensaries in the city. The council will also consider a resolution supporting dementia-friendly community efforts and an ordinance adopting a Title VI/Non-Discrimination Policy. Several reports and minutes are on the agenda for approval.

• Third reading of O 2024-45: ordinance prohibiting adult-use cannabis businesses (processing, cultivation, retail dispensaries) as defined in Ohio Revised Code Sections 3780.01-3780.99
• First reading of R 2024-61: resolution supporting becoming a Dementia-Friendly Community and declaring June 2024 as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
• First reading of O 2024-62: ordinance adopting Title VI/Non-Discrimination Policy as required by Ohio Department of Transportation
• April 2024 Financial Report from Director of Finance
• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2024 public hearing and regular meeting

City Council adopted Ordinance 2024-45 prohibiting adult-use cannabis businesses (6-1), with Councilman Shaffer dissenting. It also adopted Resolution 2024-61 supporting dementia-friendly efforts and declaring June 2024 as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month (7-0). The meeting included reports on street paving, engineering permits, and the Stoney Ridge Road roundabout bids.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-45 prohibiting adult-use cannabis businesses (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-61 supporting dementia-friendly community and Alzheimer's awareness (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2024 meetings
• Awarded crack seal project to Scodeller Construction

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will review an ordinance to amend the city's smoking regulations for places of public assembly. The meeting includes routine items like approving prior minutes and a roll call.

• Ordinance 2024-58 amending Codified Ordinance Section 660.13 on smoking in public assembly places

The Safety Committee voted to amend Ordinance 2024-58, which prohibits smoking in public places, by removing the requirement that smoking be banned within 25 feet of 'No Smoking' signs. The amendment was approved unanimously (3-0) and the ordinance was sent back to City Council for consideration. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Amended Ordinance 2024-58 to strike 'within 25 feet of No Smoking signs posted' (3-0)
• Sent amended Ordinance 2024-58 back to City Council for consideration (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation Commission will convene May 22 at 7:30 PM to receive routine reports from council and school board liaisons, financial updates, and departmental reports. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

The North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 22, 2024 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is set for June 26, 2024.

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council will vote on several ordinances, including a contract for the Race Road Grade Separation Study, a ban on adult-use cannabis businesses, and a rezoning for a property on Center Ridge Road. The council will also hear reports from the mayor, engineer, and finance director, and consider minutes from prior meetings.

• Ordinance 2024-56: Contract with TranSystems for Race Road Grade Separation Study, not to exceed $84,454
• Ordinance 2024-45: Prohibiting adult-use cannabis processing, cultivation, retail dispensaries
• Ordinance 2024-48: Rezoning portion of 35782 Center Ridge Road from R-1 to B-3
• Ordinance 2024-60: Authorizing bids for solid waste collection and recycling services
• Ordinance 2024-58: Amending smoking regulations in places of public assembly

Council approved several ordinances with emergency clauses, including a $84,454 contract for the Race Road grade separation study and a cooperative agreement with Lorain County for the Chestnut Ridge Road bridge replacement. It also approved the sale of city property, amended the 2024 appropriations, and created a Recreation Services Administrator position. The recreational marijuana ordinance (2024-45) was moved to third reading without action, and a smoking ordinance was referred to committee.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-55 accepting $84,000 Rail Development Commission grant for Race Road study (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-56 authorizing $84,454 contract with TranSystems for Race Road study (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-52 authorizing cooperative agreement with Lorain County for Chestnut Ridge Road bridge replacement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-57 approving sale of city personal property (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-59 amending 2024 annual appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-54 creating Recreation Services Administrator position (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission's denial of 9,000 sq ft building at 35782 Center Ridge Rd (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission's approval of rezoning at 35782 Center Ridge Rd from R-1 to B-3 (6-1)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning a parcel at 35782 Center Ridge Road from R-1 Residence District to B-3 Highway Commercial District. The ordinance (2024-48) was introduced by Mayor Kevin Corcoran and had its first reading on April 15, 2024.

• 2024-48: Ordinance to rezone 35782 Center Ridge Road from R-1 to B-3 (introduced 04-15-2024)

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to take action on certifying eligibility lists for police sergeant, lieutenant, and captain promotions, and to consider extending the acceptance period for agility exam certificates for police and fire entrance exams. The agenda also includes approval of the April 22, 2024 minutes.

• Certify 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Eligibility List
• Certify 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Top 3 Eligibility List
• Certify 2024-2026 Police Lieutenant Top 3 Eligibility List
• Certify 2024-2026 Police Captain Eligibility List
• Extension of acceptance period for agility exam certificates for Police and Fire Entrance Examinations

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission unanimously certified the 2024-2026 Police Sergeant, Police Sergeant Top 3, Police Lieutenant Top 3, and Police Captain eligibility lists. It also extended the acceptance period for agility exam certificates for police and fire entrance examinations. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved April 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Amended agenda to insert public comment after new business (3-0)
• Certified 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified 2024-2026 Police Sergeant Top 3 Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified 2024-2026 Police Lieutenant Top 3 Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified 2024-2026 Police Captain Eligibility List (3-0)
• Extended acceptance of agility certifications for police and fire entrance examinations (3-0)

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will meet to approve four administrative zoning certificates for small commercial and accessory uses, and to review two new proposals: a grooming facility addition and a 9,000 sq ft commercial building with rezoning. Updates on the Ridgeville Ready Master Plan and active transportation planning will also be discussed.

• Administrative approval for accessory storage building and dumpster enclosure at Providence Square, 34173 Center Ridge Rd
• Administrative approval for 30 additional parking spaces at Harvest Ridge Church, 35600 Lorain Rd
• Certificate of Zoning Compliance for Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar, 35423 Center Ridge Rd
• Proposal to construct 9,000 sq ft building and rezone portion of property at 35782 Center Ridge Rd
• Proposal to add grooming facility addition at 31740 Cook Rd

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning of the rear portion of a property at 35782 Center Ridge Rd from R-1 Residential to B-3 Highway Commercial (3-2). The related development plan for a 9,000 sq ft building for a landscaping business was not voted on. The Commission tabled an application for a 1,130 sq ft addition to Elite K911 at 31740 Cook Rd (5-0) due to incomplete site plans.

• Approved rezoning of rear portion of 35782 Center Ridge Rd from R-1 to B-3 (3-2)
• Tabled PPZ2024-0257: Elite K911 addition at 31740 Cook Rd (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 9, 2024 meeting
• Noted administrative approvals for Providence Square, Harvest Ridge Church, VFW Post 9871, and Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will meet on May 6, 2024, to review and act on several ordinances introduced by the Mayor, including purchasing equipment, road salt contracts, and a cooperative bridge replacement agreement. The Council will also hold a public hearing on May 20 regarding Ordinance 2024-48.

• $440,000 roundabout project for Avon Belden Road (SR 83) and Chestnut Ridge Road
• Purchase of hydrants and appurtenances for the Service Department
• Participation in ODOT road salt contracts for 2024
• Cooperative agreement with Lorain County for Chestnut Ridge Road Bridge #0531 replacement
• Lease of real property to Bob Ternes for farming purposes

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to consider a single new business item: an ordinance that would prohibit adult-use cannabis processing, cultivation, retail dispensaries, and other cannabis-related businesses in the city. The ordinance was introduced by Mayor Corcoran. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2024-45: Prohibits adult-use cannabis processing, cultivation, retail dispensaries, and other cannabis businesses as defined in Ohio Revised Code Sections 3780.01 through 3780.99

The Committee of the Whole discussed Ordinance 2024-45, which would prohibit adult-use cannabis businesses in North Ridgeville. No vote was taken; the matter was only discussed. The mayor and several council members expressed support for the ban, while one resident and one council member opposed it.

• Discussed Ordinance 2024-45 to ban adult-use cannabis businesses (no vote)
• No formal action taken on the ordinance

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider two variance requests. The first is for a private swimming pool in a front yard, which the zoning code does not permit. The second is for an outbuilding that would exceed the maximum lot coverage by 2.95%.

• Variance for swimming pool in front yard at 36222 Jannie Lane (PPN 07-00-029-000-455), applicant Nicholas Dubecky, Integrated Outdoor Living, LLC
• Variance for lot coverage (2.95% over code) for outbuilding at 33900 Bainbridge Rd (PPN 07-00-009-119-013), applicant Matthew Milavec

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved two variance requests. The first allowed a swimming pool in the front yard of a corner lot at 36222 Jannie Lane, with a 3-1 vote. The second allowed a 2.95% lot coverage variance for a new outbuilding at 33900 Bainbridge Rd, with a 4-0 vote, conditioned on removal of an existing shed. The board also accepted the minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approved variance for front-yard swimming pool at 36222 Jannie Lane (3-1)
• Approved 2.95% lot coverage variance for outbuilding at 33900 Bainbridge Rd, conditioned on shed removal (4-0)
• Accepted minutes of February 22, 2024 regular meeting (4-0)

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control has canceled its April 23, 2024 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control meeting scheduled for April 23, 2024 was cancelled. No decisions were made. The board's next regular meeting is set for July 23, 2024.

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control's April 23, 2024 meeting has been cancelled. The board is scheduled to meet again on July 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting: July 23, 2024, 7:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will conduct routine administrative actions including swearing in Patrolman Kevin Barber, certifying payroll, and re-certifying the Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility list. The meeting will also address promotional examination participation and protests for Police Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain exams.

• Swear in Patrolman Kevin Barber (April 19, 2024 appointment)
• Re-certify Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility list
• Certify payroll (per Rule I, Section 3)
• Police Sergeant Promotional Examination candidate participation
• Review protests to Police Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain promotional written exams

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission approved several administrative items, including the re-certification of the Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility list and payroll certification following Patrolman Kevin Barber's appointment. The Commission also upheld the ineligibility of a police sergeant promotional exam candidate who failed to submit the required response form by the deadline, approved an amendment to Rule VIII, Section 1 regarding appointments, and ruled on exam protests, granting one for the Lieutenant's exam and denying several for the Sergeant's exam.

• Approved regular meeting minutes of March 25, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility list re-certification (3-0)
• Certified payroll list (3-0)
• Upheld ineligibility of police sergeant promotional exam candidate for missing response deadline (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Rule VIII, Section 1, added language (3-0)
• Granted protest on Lieutenant's exam Question No. 47, removed question (3-0)
• Denied protest on Sergeant's exam Question No. 5 (3-0)
• Denied protest on Sergeant's exam Question No. 9 (3-0)

City Council

The Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order, and the only action was a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters (appointment, employment, dismissal, etc.), which passed unanimously (7-0). The council reconvened and adjourned without any substantive public decisions or votes on legislation.

• Approved motion to enter executive session on personnel matters (7-0)

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on several ordinances, including a liquor permit transfer for Game Day Tavern and acceptance of $290,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for road resurfacing on Luanne, Carolyn, and Monica Drives. The council will also consider zoning changes, infrastructure projects, and a new master plan.

• Transfer liquor permit request from Ridgeville Tavern LLC to West Ridge Investments LLC for Game Day Tavern at 39140 Center Ridge & Patio (Council action required)
• Accept $290,000 Community Development Block Grant for Luanne Drive, Carolyn Drive, and Monica Drive resurfacing project
• Rezone 35782 Center Ridge Road from R-1 Residence to B-3 Highway Commercial District
• Approve $440,000 contract for Avon Belden Road and Chestnut Ridge Road roundabout construction
• Adopt Ridgeville Ready 2024 Master Plan

The North Ridgeville City Council approved the Ridgeville Ready 2024 Master Plan and several road maintenance ordinances, including traffic paint striping, crack seal, catch basin rehab, and concrete pavement replacement. They also approved a rezoning request referral, a liquor permit transfer, and a resolution for agricultural district designation. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Adopted Ridgeville Ready 2024 Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved $180,000 traffic paint striping contract (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 crack seal project (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 catch basin rehabilitation project (7-0)
• Approved $900,000 full depth concrete pavement replacement (7-0)
• Approved liquor permit transfer for Game Day Tavern (7-0)
• Approved agricultural district designation for Maxwell Kuchenrither and Mia Rader (7-0)
• Referred rezoning of 35782 Center Ridge Road to Planning Commission

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council is meeting for a Committee of the Whole session. The sole item of new business is a discussion regarding a Zoning/Subdivision Regulation Update Focus Group. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled on this agenda.

• Discussion of Zoning/Subdivision Regulation Update Focus Group

The Committee of the Whole meeting was procedural, with no formal votes or decisions. Council heard a report from McBride Dale Clarion on a zoning code update focus group, covering topics like design standards, mixed-use development, and zoning districts. Further focus groups and public input will occur over the next two months, with a final report to follow.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 9, 2024, to review administrative approvals, zoning certificates, and several new business items. Key proposals include a new manufacturing facility for RUF Briquetting Systems and a playground at Shady Drive Complex. The meeting will also include updates on the Ridgeville Ready Master Plan, zoning code updates, and the Active Transportation Plan.

• PPZ2024-0251: Fujisan, 35085 Center Ridge Rd - Certificate of Zoning Compliance for a restaurant
• PPZ2024-0255: Tacos Del Pueblo, 34173 Center Ridge Rd - Certificate of Zoning Compliance for a restaurant
• PPZ2024-0252: RUF Briquetting Systems, 38778 Taylor Pkwy - new manufacturing facility in I-3 Heavy Industrial District
• Root Road Park, 8949 Root Rd - new manufacturing facility in I-3 Heavy Industrial District
• Shady Drive Complex, 37077 Shady Drive - new playground in R-1 Residence District

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a new 25,000-square-foot manufacturing facility for RUF Briquetting Systems at 38778 Taylor Pkwy, with a 5-0 vote. They also recommended approval of pavement and site improvements at Root Road Park and a new playground at Shady Drive Complex, both by 5-0 votes. The commission reviewed administrative zoning certificates for two restaurants and received updates on the Ridgeville Ready Master Plan, zoning code update, and active transportation plan.

• Approved RUF Briquetting Systems manufacturing facility site plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Root Road Park pavement and site improvements (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Shady Drive Complex playground construction (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 12, 2024 meeting
• Noted administrative approvals for Fujisan and Tacos Del Pueblo zoning certificates

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will act on a liquor permit request, multiple road construction contracts, and an ordinance banning adult-use cannabis businesses. They will also consider amendments to building and engineering permit fees, approve the 2024 master plan, and vote on designating land for agricultural use.

• Stock liquor permit request for Smoking Marys at 34173 Center Ridge (action required by April 15, 2024)
• Avon Belden Road (SR 83) and Chestnut Ridge Road roundabout project, up to $440,000
• Ordinance prohibiting adult-use cannabis processing, cultivation, or retail businesses
• Amendment to building and engineering permit fees (Chapter 1444 and new Chapter 1010)
• Adoption of the Ridgeville Ready 2024 Master Plan

The council approved three ordinances with emergency clauses: accepting the NOPEC 2024 Energized Community Grant, purchasing roadway materials, and renting equipment for road repair. It also adopted an ordinance eliminating truck terminals as a conditional use in B-3 districts. Several other ordinances were moved to second or third readings, and a cannabis business prohibition was referred to committee.

• Adopted NOPEC 2024 Energized Community Grant acceptance (Ordinance 2024-43, 7-0)
• Adopted roadway materials purchase authorization (Ordinance 2024-33, 7-0)
• Adopted equipment rental for road repair (Ordinance 2024-34, 7-0)
• Adopted ordinance eliminating truck terminals from B-3 conditional uses (Ordinance 2024-31, 7-0)
• Moved not to request hearing for Smoking Marys stock liquor permit (7-0)
• Referred adult-use cannabis business prohibition to Committee of the Whole
• Moved roundabout construction ordinance to second reading (2024-44)
• Moved agricultural district designation resolution to second reading (2024-46)

City Council

North Ridgeville City Council is holding a public hearing to consider a new application by Maxwell Kuehenrither and Mia Rader to place 20.61 acres of farmland at 37542 Sugar Ridge Road into an agricultural district, as allowed under Ohio Revised Code Sections 929.01 to 929.05. The hearing is scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. Interested parties may attend and be heard on the proposal.

• Public hearing for agricultural district placement application by Maxwell Kuehenrither and Mia Rader
• Property: 37542 Sugar Ridge Road, Parcel No. 07-00-035-101-075, 20.61 acres
• Hearing date and time: April 1, 2024, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers
• Application available for inspection at Clerk of Council's office during business hours

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission met on March 27, 2024, but the minutes record no substantive decisions. The agenda was routine, and the February 28 meeting had been cancelled due to lack of quorum.

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving minutes, receiving a status update on police promotional exams, and considering an oath of office for a new patrolman. They will also discuss re-certifying the police patrolman eligibility list and review costs and advertising for police entrance examinations.

• Status update on Police Sergeant, Lieutenant & Captain promotional examinations
• Oath of Office for Patrolman Israel Portillo dated March 20, 2024
• Re-certify Police Patrolman Class D Entrance Eligibility list
• Review agencies, costs, calendar, and advertising for police entrance exams

City Council

The North Ridgeville City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. The meeting includes procedural approvals, committee reports, and votes on several ordinances introduced by Mayor Corcoran, including sludge disposal, zoning changes, and property purchases.

• Authorize sludge haulage agreement for French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approve $250,000 property purchase from Dunne Manning Realty LP
• Rezone 8371 Avon Belden Road from residential to light industrial
• Eliminate truck terminals as conditional uses in B-3 Highway Commercial District
• Approve tax abatement for RUF US Inc. in Community Reinvestment Area No. 14

City Council

The Buildings & Lands Committee is meeting to consider an ordinance that would amend Chapter 1444 of the North Ridgeville Building and Housing Code regarding building permits and fees, and establish a new Chapter 1010 for engineering permits and fees in the Streets, Utilities and Public Services Code. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting.

• Ordinance 2024-26: amends Chapter 1444 (Building Permits and Fees) and creates Chapter 1010 (Engineering Permits and Fees)
• Approval of Building & Lands Committee minutes from January 16, 2024

The Building and Lands Committee voted unanimously to send Ordinance 2024-26 to City Council as submitted. The ordinance amends the building code's permit fees and establishes a new chapter for engineering permits and fees. No fee increases were made, but administrative fees were rolled into base permit fees, and weather-related fee waivers were removed.

• Approved sending Ordinance 2024-26 to City Council (3-0)
• Approved minutes from January 16, 2024, as submitted

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will certify payroll and re-certify the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List due to recent appointments. The meeting will also receive status updates on police and fire promotional and entrance examinations, as well as recognize retirements and oaths of office for firefighter paramedics.

• Re-certify Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List due to recent appointments
• Certification of payroll by Civil Service Commission (Per Rule I, Section 3)
• Status update for Police Sergeant, Lieutenant & Captain Promotional examinations
• Status update for Police and Fire Entrance Examinations
• Retirement of Police Lieutenant Adam Freas and Police Captain Kevin Jones

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission approved the January 22, 2024 minutes and re-certified the Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List. They also received updates on police promotional exams and entrance exams, and acknowledged oaths of office and retirements.

• Approved January 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Re-certified Firefighter-Paramedic Class C Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing park projects, including the Root Road Park parking lot redesign and the South Central Park playground RFP. They will also review financial reports and program updates. The agenda is largely routine, with reports from liaisons and staff.

• Root Road Park parking lot project: revised plans received, awaiting updated cost estimate
• South Central Park playground project: RFP finished, advertising expected within weeks
• Trust Fund revenue for January 2024: $42,795.43, up 40.64% from last year
• Park & Recreation Improvement Fund revenue for January 2024: $4,633.44, down 32.84%
• General Fund expenses for January 2024: $41,971.64

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from January 22, 2024, and to discuss retesting of Police Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain promotional written exams. The commission will also take action on certification of payroll per Rule I, Section 3. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Retesting of Police Sergeant, Lieutenant & Captain Promotional written exams
• Certification of payroll by Civil Service Commission (Per Rule I, Section 3)
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 22, 2024

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hear a public hearing on a request to split a single lot at 5366 Barton Road. The applicant seeks a 1,085-square-foot reduction from the 16,200-square-foot minimum lot area required in the R-1 Residence District. The Planning Commission has submitted a report on the proposal.

• PPZ2024-0248 lot split at 5366 Barton Rd, Christine Shaw applicant
• 1,085 sq ft variance from 16,200 sq ft minimum lot area
• Proposed 0.347-acre lot not served by public utilities
• 0.032-acre lot may require consolidation or additional variance

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 an outbuilding at 37326 Sugar Ridge Rd. The applicant seeks a 3.4% variance for excessive lot coverage, as the proposed outbuilding would bring total lot coverage to 13.4%, exceeding the 10% maximum allowed for lots larger than one-half acre. The board will also elect officers and receive reports, including a Master Plan update.

• Public hearing PPZ2024-0241: David James, 37326 Sugar Ridge Rd, requests 3.4% variance for lot coverage (total 13.4% vs 10% max)
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, and Flood and Drainage Control liaisons
• Master Plan Update report
• Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Training Follow-up report

Board of Drainage and Flood Control

The Board of Drainage and Flood Control is holding a regular meeting to elect officers, approve prior minutes, and discuss several drainage and flood control projects. Old business includes a review of Service Department ditch maintenance, the Mills Creek Flood Control Basin project, and Fortune Ditch. New business covers Island Road Ditch, the Fieldstone Circle collapsed bridge repair, the Stormwater Utility Program, and a review of board by-laws.

• Review of Service Department Ditch Maintenance
• Mills Creek Flood Control Basin Project Update
• Fortune Ditch Update
• Island Road Ditch
• Fieldstone Circle Collapsed Bridge Repair

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss retesting of police sergeant, lieutenant, and captain promotional written exams. The commission will also consider several amendments to its rules and regulations, including correcting a typo in a reference to the Ohio Revised Code and adding language about promotional exam eligibility and appointment certification.

• Retesting of Police Sergeant, Lieutenant & Captain Promotional written exams
• Amend Rule VIII, Section 6: correct typo of ORC 124.44 to 124.45 regarding Fire
• Amend Rule VIII, Section 6: add language 'except as otherwise indicated by these Rules and Regulations' after ORC 124.44 and 124.45
• Amend Rule V, Section 4(c): add language 'except as otherwise indicated by these Rules and Regulations' after ORC 124.44 and 124.45
• Amend Rule VIII, Section 2: address situations with only two or one name on certified eligibility list

Building and Lands Committee

The Building and Lands Committee will review and vote on an ordinance to amend and repeal sections of the North Ridgeville Codified Ordinances related to property maintenance requirements. The ordinance was introduced by the mayor and previously discussed at a prior meeting.

• 2024-13 Ordinance amending Chapters 1480, 660, 1476, and 650 on property maintenance requirements

Planning Commission

The North Ridgeville Planning Commission will hold its regular January 9, 2024 meeting, starting with officer elections and approval of prior meeting minutes. The main actionable item is an administrative approval for a Certificate of Zoning Compliance for a pediatric dental office. The agenda also includes discussion items on the Master Plan update and planning commission training follow-up, with no other new business listed.

• Election of officers: Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and liaisons
• Approval of minutes from December 12 and December 14, 2023 meetings
• PPZ2023-0237: Certificate of Zoning Compliance for Thriving Smiles Pediatric Dentistry at 34155 Center Ridge Rd
• Master Plan Update discussion
• Planning Commission Training follow-up

Civil Service Commission

The North Ridgeville Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to approve minutes from its December 2023 meetings and discuss supplements to the Rule of Three. The body will also address retesting of written promotional exams for Police Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain roles.

• Approval of December 5, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Approval of December 11, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Review of supplements to the Rule of Three
• Retesting of Police Sergeant, Lieutenant & Captain promotional written exams