Painesville public meetings in 2025

12 15 City Council

Council approved the 2026 operating budget and appropriations. The board also authorized several grants for fire equipment and a road resurfacing agreement with ODOT. Additionally, the 2025B Codified Ordinances were adopted.

• Adopted 2026 operating budget and appropriations (6-0)
• Adopted 2025B Codified Ordinances (6-0)
• Approved annual resolution for bidding supplies and services (6-0)
• Authorized application for Ohio State Fire Marshal grant up to $50,000 for turnout gear (6-0)
• Approved $844,458 city contribution for ODOT resurfacing of South State Street and East Walnut Street (6-0)
• Authorized application for ODOT Drones for First Responders Pilot Program Grant (6-0)
• Planning Commission approved soil removal permit extension for Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc. (5-0)
• Planning Commission approved comprehensive sign plan for new hotel off Brookstone Blvd. (5-0)

12 01 City Council

Council re-appointed Stephen Beahon to the Utility Committee for a three-year term. The body held second readings for the 2026 operating budget and first readings for resolutions regarding city supply bids and a fire equipment grant.

• Re-appointed Stephen Beahon to the Utility Committee (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 17, 2025 meeting
• BZA approved three variance requests for Cams Lighting and Signs signage (4-0)
• BZA tabled variance request for Jeff Monreal wall sign
• Advanced 2026 operating budget to third reading
• Advanced resolution for city supply bids to second reading
• Advanced resolution for Ohio State Fire Marshal grant to second reading

12 01 City Council

Council re-appointed Stephen Beahon to the Utility Committee for a three-year term. The body held second readings for the 2026 operating budget and first readings for resolutions regarding city supply bids and firefighter gear grants.

• Re-appointed Stephen Beahon to the Utility Committee (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 17, 2025 meeting
• Approved meeting agenda
• BZA approved three variance requests for Cams Lighting and Signs signage (4-0)
• BZA tabled variance request for Jeff Monreal wall sign

11 17 City Council

Council approved a new cybersecurity program to comply with state law and authorized a grant application for brownfield remediation. The body also created two new special revenue funds and reappointed several board and commission members.

• Adopted City Cybersecurity Program (7-0)
• Authorized grant application for Brownfield Remediation Program (7-0)
• Created Special Revenue Funds 205 (sidewalk assessments) and 206 (amphitheater) (7-0)
• Reappointed Kathy Deane to Civil Service Commission (7-0)
• Reappointed Rene’ Aston and James Behrens to Board of Zoning Appeals (7-0)
• Reappointed Jim Fialko, Evan Rosborough, and Mark Wainwright to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Reappointed Christine Shoop as JEDD Representative (7-0)
• Decided not to request a hearing for Pub 1812 liquor license (7-0)

Painesville City Council

Council reviewed a proposed 2026 budget with projected revenues of $131.3 million and expenditures of $158.7 million. The session focused on a $45 million solar and battery project grant and infrastructure spending. No formal votes were taken on the budget proposal.

• Tabled formal budget approval (work session only)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

11 03 City Council

City Council approved a resolution to apply for an Ohio EPA grant to install security cameras in high-litter areas. Council also updated a city position title to attract sustainability experts and approved a change order for hydro-excavation services on State Route 20.

• Adopted Ordinance 30-25 changing a position title to Solar BESS and Sustainability Project Manager (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 59-25 to apply for Ohio EPA Community and Litter Grant for security cameras (6-1)
• Adopted amended Resolution 60-25 approving a change order for hydro-excavation services on State Route 20 (7-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting (Unanimous)

10 20 City Council

City Council approved the October 6 meeting minutes and the current agenda. The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request for a fourth accessory structure on a residential lot. The Planning Commission tabled a conditional use permit for dirt extraction pending more information.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• BZA denied variance for 30' x 40' gazebo (0-4-1)
• Planning Commission tabled Hallmark Excavating, Inc. conditional use permit (4-0)
• BZA rescheduled November meeting to November 18, 2025

10 06 City Council

City Council approved the rezoning of a property parcel at Sanford and Richmond Streets from residential to general business. The council also authorized the demolition of two unsafe structures and applied for a $375,000 streetscape grant. Additionally, tax levy rates determined by the Budget Commission were accepted.

• Approved rezoning of parcel 15-D-021-B-00-036-0 from R-1 to B-2 (6-0)
• Approved demolition of unsafe structure at 737 E. Erie Street (7-0)
• Approved demolition of unsafe structure at 1189 Crescent Drive (7-0)
• Proclaimed Public Power Week October 5-11, 2025 (7-0)
• Accepted Budget Commission tax levy amounts and rates (7-0)
• Approved $375,000 NOACA grant application for East Main Street streetscape (7-0)
• BZA approved variance for VFW Post 2595 pavilion setback (3-1)
• BZA approved variance for 6' vinyl fence at 671 Glenwood Drive (4-0)

10 06 City Council

City Council approved the rezoning of a property at Sanford and Richmond Streets from residential to general business. The council also authorized the demolition of two unsafe structures and approved a grant application for streetscape improvements on East Main Street.

• Approved rezoning of parcel 15-D-021-B-00-036-0 from R-1 to B-2 (6-0)
• Approved demolition of unsafe structure at 737 E. Erie Street (7-0)
• Approved demolition of unsafe structure at 1189 Crescent Drive (7-0)
• Adopted resolution proclaiming Public Power Week October 5-11, 2025 (7-0)
• Accepted tax levy amounts and rates determined by Budget Commission (7-0)
• Approved $375,000 NOACA grant application for East Main Street streetscape (7-0)
• BZA approved variance for VFW Post 2595 pavilion setback (3-1)
• BZA approved variance for 6' vinyl fence at 671 Glenwood Drive (4-0)

09 15 City Council

City Council approved several resolutions for infrastructure funding, including roadway reconstruction and a chlorine feed building. The council also voted to maintain current mailbox replacement practices and appointed a liaison to the Senior Advisory Board.

• Approved $2.157M Mill Street and Latimore Street roadway reconstruction funding (6-0)
• Approved $934K Chlorine Feed Building Phase II funding (6-0)
• Approved agreement for consultant services funded by 2024 CPRG Grant (6-0)
• Approved RFQ process for St. Clair Street Downtown Safety and Streetscape project (6-0)
• Approved application for MARCS Radio Grant for portable radios (6-0)
• Voted to continue current practice of replacing damaged mailboxes with standard wooden posts (5-1)
• Appointed Christine Shoop as liaison to the Senior Advisory Board until Dec 31, 2026
• Denied motion to hold a public hearing on the Conditional Use Permit for 180 S. State Street restaurant

09 02 City Council

Council adopted Ordinance 28-25, which amends city code regarding definitions and delinquent accounts. Several resolutions for road reconstruction, building demolitions, and grant-funded consulting were introduced and moved to second reading. The administration also agreed to investigate a dispute regarding the type of mailbox posts used for city replacements in Heisley Park.

• Adopted Ordinance 28-25 amending Sections 955.02, 955.03, and 955.16 (5-0)
• Approved BZA variance for Jacob C. Thomas to build a 10’x19’ greenhouse (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning of parcel 15-D-021-B-00-036-0 to second reading
• Tabled Mill Street and Latimore Street roadway funding resolution to second reading
• Tabled demolition resolution for 737 E. Erie Street to second reading
• Tabled demolition resolution for 1189 Crescent Drive to second reading
• Tabled CPRG Grant consultant agreement with Power Up Local to second reading
• Tabled Chlorine Feed Building Phase II funding resolution to second reading

09 02 City Council

City Council adopted Ordinance 28-25, which amends city code regarding definitions, contractor collection, and delinquent accounts. Several other resolutions regarding road reconstruction, demolitions, and grant funding were introduced and moved to second reading. The BZA approved a variance for a residential greenhouse.

• Adopted Ordinance 28-25 amending Sections 955.02, 955.03, and 955.16 (5-0)
• BZA approved variance for 10’x19’ greenhouse at 203 Tinker Ave (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning of parcel at Sanford and Richmond Streets to second reading
• Tabled Mill Street and Latimore Street roadway funding resolution to second reading
• Tabled demolition of 737 E. Erie Street to second reading
• Tabled demolition of 1189 Crescent Drive to second reading
• Tabled CPRG Grant consultant agreement with Power Up Local to second reading
• Tabled Chlorine Feed Building Phase II funding resolution to second reading

08 18 City Council

City Council adopted several ordinances to fund solar energy projects and update city codes. The council also voted to maintain current golf cart legislation and approved a new contract for central dispatch services.

• Adopted Ordinance 22-25 creating a lodging tax (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-25 for $8.1M short-term note for solar panels (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-25 for amended 2025 budget appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-25 to hire a full-time solar project manager (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-25 to implement $0.15/kWh EV charging rates (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 44-25 for central dispatch services 2026-2030 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 48-25 and Ordinance 27-25 making Clerk of Council full-time (7-0)
• Decided to keep current golf cart legislation in place (5-2)

07 28 Special City Council

Council approved an appropriation increase to fund a down payment for solar panels as part of an $80 million federal grant. The city will use a contract from Cuyahoga County to purchase the panels from First Solar. Council also authorized seeking a professional consultant for the project's design and implementation.

• Approved Ordinance 21-25 to increase appropriations by $1.85M for solar panel deposit (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 41-25 to purchase solar panels via Cuyahoga County's contract with Compass Engineering (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 42-25 to advertise for an RFQ for an energy and CPRG grant program consultant (6-0)

07 21 City Council

City Council approved the 2026 Tax Budget and authorized a contract for the reconstruction of West Eagle Street. The council also entered into an agreement with the Village of Fairport Harbor to provide senior services to Painesville residents. A proposed lodging tax ordinance was tabled until August 18.

• Adopted 2026 Tax Budget (6-0)
• Approved bid authorization for West Eagle Street reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 annual agreement with Fairport Harbor Senior Citizens Center (6-0)
• Tabled Lodging Tax ordinance until August 18
• Denied recommendation to move forward with ATV private property restrictions
• Approved liquor license transfer for La Candelaria Mexican Store, Inc.
• Approved JEDD meeting procedures, Retail Forward attendance, and records disposal
• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes

06 16 City Council

City Council approved a TIF agreement for the Victoria Place development and authorized a FEMA grant application to hire six additional firefighters. Council also approved the purchase of real property on West Washington Street and adopted the Lake County 911 Plan.

• Adopted 2025A Codified Ordinances (6-0)
• Amended Classification and Compensation Plan for School Resource Officers (6-0)
• Approved Victoria Place TIF Cooperative and Tax Lien Sales Agreement (6-0)
• Authorized FEMA S.A.F.E.R. Grant application for 6 new firefighters (6-0)
• Approved real estate purchase agreement for property on W. Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved Lake County 911 Plan (6-0)
• Denied site improvement waiver for gravel driveway at Damon Deandrade site (0-4)
• Approved temporary use permit for Pathways Learning Center classrooms (4-0)

06 02 City Council

City Council approved a request not to hold a hearing for a liquor permit transfer to Johnny Gringos. The council also referred the issue of golf cart usage on city roads to the Safety Committee. Two pieces of legislation regarding a lodging tax and the 2026 tax budget moved to second reading.

• Approved request not to hold a hearing for Johnny Gringos liquor permit (7-0)
• Referred golf cart roadway usage to Safety Committee (4-3)
• Referred ATV and dirt bike private property regulations to Safety Committee
• Advanced Lodging Tax ordinance to second reading
• Advanced 2026 Tax Budget resolution to second reading

Painesville City Council

City Council approved a request to not hold a hearing for a liquor permit transfer to Johnny Gringos. The council also referred the issue of golf cart usage on city roads to the Safety Committee for review.

• Approved request to not hold a hearing for Johnny Gringos liquor permit (7-0)
• Referred golf cart roadway usage to Safety Committee (4-3)
• Referred ATV and dirt bike private property regulations to Safety Committee
• Advanced Ordinance creating Chapter 194 Lodging Tax to second reading
• Advanced Resolution adopting 2026 Tax Budget to second reading

05 19 City Council

Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting the operation of snowmobiles, off-highway motorcycles, and all-purpose vehicles on city streets and public property. The board also approved budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024 and authorized funding for clean energy engineering services.

• Adopted Ordinance 15-25 banning snowmobiles, off-highway motorcycles, and ATVs on city streets and public property (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 16-25 for 2024 budget adjustments and inter-fund transfers (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 17-25 for 2024 cash advances (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 34-25 authorizing $500,000 for electric engineering services for clean energy projects (7-0)
• BZA approved variance for Lake County Board of Commissioners to install a 12’ black steel fence (4-1)

05 05 City Council

City Council authorized the construction of an amphitheater with an estimated cost of $2 million. The council also approved several grant applications for fair housing, the amphitheater, and park improvements, and designated Huntington Bank as a public depository.

• Approved resolution to bid and contract amphitheater construction (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing (6-0)
• Approved $165,000 CDBG grant application for amphitheater (6-0)
• Approved $55,000 NatureWorks grant application for zipline and pavilion (6-0)
• Designated Huntington Bank as a public depository (6-0)
• Agreed to lodging tax allocation: 50% General Fund, 25% Parks and Rec, 25% Arts and Entertainment

05 05 City Council

City Council authorized the construction of an amphitheater estimated at $2 million and approved several grant applications for fair housing, the amphitheater, and a zipline adventure area. The council also designated Huntington Bank as a public depository and set a funding split for the lodging tax.

• Approved construction of amphitheater with estimated costs of $2 million (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing to maintain CDBG eligibility (6-0)
• Approved application for $165,000 CDBG grant for the amphitheater project (6-0)
• Approved application for $55,000 NatureWorks grant for zipline and pavilion (6-0)
• Designated Huntington Bank as a public depository (6-0)
• Set lodging tax allocation: 50% General Fund, 25% Parks and Recreation, 25% Arts and Entertainment

04 22 City Council Rescheduled

City Council adopted a $134,920 contract with American Structure Point, Inc. to update the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. Council also approved an ordinance reclassifying water plant positions and creating a new senior maintenance role. A resolution to bid for an amphitheater construction was moved to a third reading.

• Adopted Ordinance 14-25 to reclassify Water Pollution Control Plant positions and create a Water Treatment Plant Sr. Maintenance/Electrician role (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 28-25 to contract American Structure Point, Inc. for a Comprehensive Plan Update at a cost of $134,920 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from Special Meeting 03.31.25 and Regular Meeting 04.07.25
• Moved amphitheater construction bid resolution to third reading

04 21 Special City Council We the People Day

The City Council conducted a required public hearing to gather resident comment on the impact of corporate and union political contributions. Three residents provided testimony regarding dark money and the Citizens United ruling. No official actions or votes were taken.

04 07 City Council

City Council approved resolutions to bid for sanitary and storm sewer rehabilitation and to apply for federal NOACA funding for traffic signal upgrades. Council also agreed to expand the downtown business district sidewalk plowing area and purchase additional equipment. A resolution for an amphitheater construction contract was moved to a second reading.

• Approved Resolution 26-25 to bid for sanitary and storm sewer rehabilitation (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 27-25 to apply for NOACA CMAQ funding for 17 traffic signal upgrades (6-0)
• Moved amphitheater construction bid resolution to second reading
• Agreed to expand downtown business district sidewalk plowing area
• Agreed to purchase additional sidewalk plowing equipment
• Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

03 31 Special City Council

City Council adopted three ordinances to update stormwater and erosion controls to meet EPA requirements and changed sidewalk violations from criminal to civil charges. Council also approved a development agreement amendment for Grand River Walk, LLC and authorized the purchase of salt and electric utility trucks.

• Adopted Ordinances 10-25, 11-25, and 12-25 to update stormwater and erosion control codes (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-25 changing sidewalk violations from criminal to civil charges (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-25 to bid for two 4x4 electric utility trucks (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-25 to sign amended Subgrant with Cuyahoga County (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution 23-25 to purchase approx. 3,300 tons of salt from ODOT at $56/ton (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-25 for Painesville Area Little League to provide concessions at Kiwanis Recreation Park (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-25 amending Development Agreement with Grand River Walk, LLC for 257 East Main Street (7-0)

03 17 City Council

City Council approved a motion to advertise for bids to purchase two 4x4 electric utility trucks. Several ordinances regarding storm water and sidewalks were sent for second reading. The council also discussed a subgrant agreement with Cuyahoga County and solar battery storage configurations.

• Approved motion to advertise for bids for two 4x4 electric utility trucks (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 3, 2025 meeting
• Tabled APPA Legislative Rally committee report
• Advanced Ordinance amending Chapter 943 (Illicit Discharge) to second reading
• Advanced Ordinance amending Chapter 941 (Storm Water Utility) to second reading
• Advanced Ordinance amending Chapter 1143 (Erosion and Sediment Control) to second reading
• Advanced Ordinance amending Chapter 909 (Sidewalks) to second reading
• Advanced Resolution for Cuyahoga County subgrant to second reading

03 03 City Council

City Council approved a three-year contract with Flock Safety for ten license plate reader cameras and authorized a water main replacement on East Walnut Avenue. The council also approved advance tax payments from the County Auditor.

• Approved $92,000 3-year contract with Flock Safety for 10 license plate reader cameras (6-0)
• Approved resolution for County Auditor to make advance tax payments (6-0)
• Approved bidding and contract for East Walnut Avenue Water Main Replacement (6-0)
• BZA approved variance for Lake County Board of Commissioners to build 4,356 sq ft Sheriffs garage (5-0)
• Sworn in Brian Dunay to the BZA for term ending December 31, 2029
• Tabled APPA Legislative Rally item
• Tabled Sidewalk Snow Plowing item

02 18 City Council

City Council adopted ordinances increasing sewer rates and adjusting water service rates. The board also approved several police department upgrades, including new patrol car outfitting and a crime camera system expansion. Additionally, the city entered into a development agreement with Weaver Meats, Inc. and an option to purchase property at 413 Chardon Street.

• Approved sewer rate increases of 10% in 2025-26, 5% in 2027-29 (6-0)
• Approved water rate increases of 0% in 2025-26, 5% in 2027-29 (6-0)
• Approved $165,000 purchase option for property at 413 Chardon Street (6-0)
• Approved industrial expansion agreement with Weaver Meats, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $270,000 for Police Intersection Crime Camera System Expansion (6-0)
• Approved $62,500 for police office equipment and furniture upgrades (6-0)
• Approved funding for three new police patrol car upfitting and outfitting (6-0)
• Approved $48,000 in one-time longevity payments for retired rehired non-union employees (6-0)

02 03 City Council

City Council established a Land Acquisition Fund and approved a $1 million transfer from the general fund to support economic development. An additional $25,000 transfer to a new senior services fund was also approved. Several ordinances regarding sewer and water rates were advanced to further readings.

• Adopted Resolution 11-25 creating the Land Acquisition Fund (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 03-25 transferring $1M to Land Acquisition Fund and $25,000 to senior services fund (5-0)
• Advanced sewer rate amendment (Section 937.57(a)) to third reading
• Advanced water service rate amendment (Section 933.19) to third reading
• Approved amendment to AMI deployment resolution and advanced to third reading (5-0)
• Advanced resolution for police patrol car upfitting ($97,560 estimate) to second reading

Painesville City Council

City Council established a Land Acquisition Fund and approved a $1 million transfer from the general fund to support economic development. An additional $25,000 was transferred from the general fund to a new senior services fund. Several ordinances regarding utility rates and police equipment moved toward final approval.

• Adopted Resolution 11-25 creating the Land Acquisition Fund (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 03-25 transferring $1M to the land acquisition fund and $25,000 to the senior services fund (5-0)
• Advanced sewer rate amendment (Section 937.57(a)) to third reading
• Advanced water service rate amendment (Section 933.19) to third reading
• Approved amendment to the AMP Contract for AMI deployment and advanced to third reading
• Advanced resolution to advertise and contract for police patrol car upfitting (est. $97,560) to second reading

01 27 City Council Rescheduled from 01 21

City Council adopted an ordinance to increase electric service rates based on a recent rate study. The council also authorized bidding for various road resurfacing projects and the installation of sidewalks on Elm Street. Additionally, a resolution was passed to support the city's application for an America 250 grant.

• Adopted Ordinance 02-25 to increase electric service rates (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 07-25 to advertise for bids for 2025 asphalt resurfacing of various roads (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 08-25 to advertise for bids for Elm Street Safe Routes to School sidewalk installation (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 09-25 to support the Ohio Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial grant application (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 10-25 to lease 0.94 acres at 66 South St. Clair Street to Vic Place, LLC (6-0)
• Approved January 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Tabled Resolution for AMI deployment funding to second reading for language amendments

01 06 City Council

City Council approved a land purchase agreement with Grand River Walk, LLC for a property on Latimore Street and established a Senior Citizen Services Fund. The board also authorized grant applications for water protection and streetscape improvements, and renamed the Electric Committee to the Utility Committee.

• Adopted Ordinance 01-25 to rename Electric Committee to Utility Committee (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 01-25 to create the Senior Citizen Services Fund (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 02-25 to amend development agreement with Grand River Walk, LLC (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 03-25 to sell Latimore Street property to Grand River Walk, LLC for $6,500 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 04-25 to apply for $60,000 Ohio EPA grant for Source Water Protection (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 05-25 to bid for Crile Water Tank repairs and painting (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 06-25 to apply for $1,014,500 ODOT grant for S. St. Clair Street improvements (6-0)
• Reappointed Wardell Link, Brian Jones, and William Lewins; appointed Greg Miller and Maggie Runyon to commissions