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St. BernardOhio averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$139,500 🗳️ Election results (9 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council at Large 2025-11-04
Connor Moreton ✓ 612 · Gus V. Stuchell ✓ 548 · Jeffrey Edwards ✓ 496 · Kyllikki Rytov (W) ✓ 185 · R. Gregg Lair (W) 89 · Joseph Brickler (W) 37
Mayor 2023-11-07
Jonathan L. Stuchell ✓ 887 · Bob Hausfeld 590
City Council at Large 2023-11-07
Patty Hausfeld ✓ 831 · Ray Culbertson ✓ 745 · Christopher Schildmeyer ✓ 709 · John R. Estep ✓ 694 · Connor Moreton ✓ 689 · Jeffrey A. Edwards ✓ 663
City Council at Large 2021-11-02
Cindi Bedinghaus ✓ 458 · Patty L. Hausfeld ✓ 454 · Kurt Brickweg ✓ 333 · Nicole R. Klungle 236 · Brian Rolfsen 222
City Council (4th Ward) 2021-11-02
Christopher S. Schildmeyer ✓ 130
City Council (3rd Ward) 2021-11-02
Donald Tobergte ✓ 145
City Council (2nd Ward) 2021-11-02
Ray Culbertson ✓ 140
City Council (1st Ward) 2021-11-02
Bob Culbertson ✓ 115
City Council at Large
Connor Moreton ✓ 612 · Gus V. Stuchell ✓ 548 · Jeffrey Edwards ✓ 496 · Kyllikki Rytov (W) ✓ 185 · R. Gregg Lair (W) 89 · Joseph Brickler (W) 37
Upcoming
Thu Aug 6, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider four zoning text amendments
The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on four separate zoning text amendments. These proposals involve changes to business, manufacturing, and definition sections of the zoning code.
- Case No 08-008-2026: Amend Section 1157 B-4 General Business District
- Case No 08-009-2026: Amend Section 1161 M-1 General Manufacturing District
- Case No 08-010-2026: Amend Section 1163 M-2 Special Manufacturing District
- Case No 08-011-2026: Amend Section 1123 Definitions
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VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217
Phone: (513) 242-7770 • Website: www.cityofstbernard.org
Planning Commission
August 6, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Council Chambers
110 Washington Ave
St Bernard, Ohio 45217
Benjamin Fraley
Chairperson
Benjamin Fraley Taylor Vogt Kelly Valerius Mark Wendling Jonathon Stuchell
Chairman Vice Chair Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner
Roll Call: 4 Public Hearing(s)
FRALEY VOGT VALERIUS STUCHELL WENDLING
Swearing in of Those Providing Testimony to the Planning Commission:
Chair
Conflict of Interest Statement
Prior to consideration of the following agenda items, each member should examine the agenda to
determine whether he or she has any conflict of interest with any agenda item.
If so, please note the agenda item for which you intend to abstain or recuse yourself as an exception to the
upcoming motion. You may not discuss or vote on any item you have a conflict of interest with or act in any
way to influence the deliberation or vote.
Motion: I move that a note be made upon the minutes that each member of the Planning Commission was
furnished a copy of the agenda prior to its being considered at this meeting, and that, with the exception of
the items so noted, no member has identified any conflict of interest regarding any agenda item.
Motion
FRALEY VOGT VALERIUS STUCHELL WENDLING
Roll Call of Vote
FRALEY VOGT VALERIUS STUCHELL WENDLING
VILLAGE OF ST. …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeal
Board of Zoning Appeals to decide on variance for 42 Baker Ave deck
The St. Bernard Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide whether to grant a variance for a wood deck built without permits at 42 Baker Ave. The deck violates side-yard setback and size-limit rules. The board will also approve past minutes and a notice of decision.
- BZA 2026-08-012: Variance request for 42 Baker Ave deck (built without permits)
- Variance 1: 1145.05 lot area, frontage, and yard requirements
- Variance 2: 1171.09 accessory buildings in R-Districts (35% rear-yard limit, 6-ft setbacks)
- Approve July 2026 meeting minutes
- Approve Notice of Decision 2026-07-011
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VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217
Phone: (513) 242-7770 • Website: www.cityofstbernard.org
Board of Zoning Appeals
August 10, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Council Chambers
110 Washington Ave
St Bernard, Ohio 45217
Gary Schildmeyer
Chairperson
Gary Schildmeyer Kelly Valerius Brian Speed Keith Geraci Cassidy Staver
Chair Vice Chair Board Member Board Member Board Member
Roll Call: 1 Public Hearing(s)
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
Swearing in of Those Providing Testimony to the BZA:
Chair
Conflict of Interest Statement
Prior to consideration of the following agenda items, each member should examine the agenda to
determine whether he or she has any conflict of interest with any agenda item.
If so, please note the agenda item for which you intend to abstain or recuse yourself as an exception to the
upcoming motion. You may not discuss or vote on any item you have a conflict of interest with or act in any
way to influence the deliberation or vote.
Motion: I move that a note be made upon the minutes that each member of the BZA was furnished a copy
of the agenda prior to its being considered at this meeting, and that, with the exception of the items so
noted, no member has identified any conflict of interest regarding any agenda item.
Motion
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
Roll Call of Vote
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeal
BZA to decide on variance for unpermitted deck at 42 Baker Ave
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request for a wood deck built without permits at 42 Baker Ave. The deck violates side-yard setback and 35% rear-yard coverage limits. Staff recommends approval with conditions, citing a steep rear-yard drop as a hardship.
- Variance request for 42 Baker Ave: deck built within side-yard setback and exceeding 35% rear-yard coverage limit
- Deck constructed without required permits; owner says it replaced a garage destroyed by fire
- Staff estimates deck sits less than one foot from property line; required side-yard setback is 8 feet
- Board may waive 30-day waiting period for permit issuance if variance is approved
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VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217
Phone: (513) 242-7770 * Website: www.cityofstbernard.org
Board of Zoning Appeals
August 10, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Council Chambers
110 Washington Ave
St Bernard, Ohio 45217
Gary Schildmeyer
Chairperson
Gary Schildmeyer Kelly Valerius § Brian Speed Keith Geraci Cassidy Staver
Chair Vice Chair Board Member Board Member Board Member
Roll Call: 1 Public Hearing(s
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
Swearing in of Those Providing Testimony to the BZA:
Chair
Conflict of Interest Statement
Prior to consideration of the following agenda items, each member should examine the agenda to
determine whether he or she has any conflict of interest with any agenda item.
If so, please note the agenda item for which you intend to abstain or recuse yourself as an exception to the
upcoming motion. You may not discuss or vote on any item you have a conflict of interest with or act in any
way to influence the deliberation or vote.
Motion: | move that a note be made upon the minutes that each member of the BZA was furnished a copy
of the agenda prior to its being considered at this meeting, and that, with the exception of the items so
noted, no member has identified any conflict of interest regarding any agenda item.
Motion
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
Roll Call of Vote
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217
Phone: (513) 242-7770 * Webs …
Recent meetings
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeal
BZA to consider fence variance request for 850 E Ross Ave
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for a property at 850 E Ross Ave. The board will also vote on the approval of June minutes and three Notices of Decision.
- Variance request for a six-foot fence in the front and rear yard at 850 E Ross Ave
- Approval of June meeting minutes
- Approval of Notice of Decision 2026-06-008
- Approval of Notice of Decision 2026-06-009
- Approval of Notice of Decision 2026-06-010
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✓ Decided: BZA approves fence variance for 850 E Ross Ave
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to allow a six-foot fence within the front yard setback at 850 E Ross Ave. The board also approved the June meeting minutes and three Notices of Decision.
- Approved variance for six-foot fence at 850 E Ross Ave (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved June 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Notice of Decision for BZA 2026-06-008 (unanimous)
- Approved Notice of Decision for BZA 2026-06-009 (unanimous, 1 abstention)
- Approved Notice of Decision for BZA 2026-06-010 (unanimous)
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VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217
Phone: (513) 242-7770 • Website: www.cityofstbernard.org
Board of Zoning Appeals
July 13, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Council Chambers
110 Washington Ave
St Bernard, Ohio 45217
Gary Schildmeyer
Chairperson
Gary Schildmeyer Kelly Valerius Brian Speed Keith Geraci Cassidy Staver
Chair Vice Chair Board Member Board Member Board Member
Roll Call: 3 Public Hearing(s)
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
Swearing in of Those Providing Testimony to the BZA:
Chair
Conflict of Interest Statement
Prior to consideration of the following agenda items, each member should examine the agenda to
determine whether he or she has any conflict of interest with any agenda item.
If so, please note the agenda item for which you intend to abstain or recuse yourself as an exception to the
upcoming motion. You may not discuss or vote on any item you have a conflict of interest with or act in any
way to influence the deliberation or vote.
Motion: I move that a note be made upon the minutes that each member of the BZA was furnished a copy
of the agenda prior to its being considered at this meeting, and that, with the exception of the items so
noted, no member has identified any conflict of interest regarding any agenda item.
Motion
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
Roll Call of Vote
SCHILDMEYER VALERIUS SPEED GERACI STAVER
VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Av …
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St. Bernard Board of Zoning Appeals
July 13, 2026
6:00 p.m.
MEETING MINUTES
The Board of Zoning Appeals was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. by Mr. Schildmeyer.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Upon call of the roll, members in atte ndance were Mr. Gary Schildmeyer, Ms. Kelly Valerius, Mr.
Keith Geraci , and Ms. Cassidy Staver . Also in attendance was Andrew Schweier , Zoning
Administrator, presenting for staff.
Mr. Schildmeyer reviewed the hearing procedures and performed a group swearing in.
Staff read the conflict-of-Interest statement and one conflict was noted for Mr. Geraci
related to case 2026-07-011. Commissioner Schildmeyer made a motion and
Commissioner Valerius seconded the conflict of interest statement. The motion was passed
unanimously.
New Business
Case 2026-07-011 was presented by staff. Staff presented the Variance request from
Section 1179.02 Fences, Walks and Hedges. The applicant is requesting to install a six (6)
foot fence within the front yard setback at 850 E Ross Ave. The Staff report is submitted as
part of the minutes.
Staff advised that while preparing for the Variance request at Klosterman bakery, Staff
observed a fence being constructed in the front yard of the subject property. Staff spoke
with the fence company who was not aware if a permit had been obtained. Staff then spoke
with the manager of the business. The manager explained that the lot had been repaved
and that the new fence was …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Council & Committee of the Whole
St. Bernard Council and Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The primary action listed is the approval of the June 25 Council meeting minutes.
- Approval of June 25 Council meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Council schedules ordinances for fund transfers and district planning
Council voted to place three ordinances on the table for the next meeting, including a fund transfer for property purchase and facility repairs. The body also discussed ongoing road resurfacing and upcoming community events.
- Approved minutes of June 25th, 2026 meeting (7-0)
- Placed Ordinance 34 2026 on the table for next meeting to transfer $135,000 for property purchase and $60,200 for HVAC and mold restoration (7-0)
- Placed Ordinance 35 2026 on the table for July 23rd, 2026 meeting to codify the Heritage Hill District Plan (7-0)
- Placed Ordinance 33 2026 on the table for next meeting following executive session on property purchase (7-0)
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ST. BERNARD C.O.W. AGENDA July 9, 2026
Clerk, please call the roll.
NEW OR REFERRED ITEMS:
1. Approve the written minutes of the June 25" Council meeting.
REPORTS OF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS:
Mayor, Jonathan Stuchell:
Auditor, Peggy Brickweg:
Law Director, Valerie Van Valkenburg:
Treasurer, David Kathman:
Safety & Service Director, Mark Wendling:
Tax Administrator, Leighanne Helmes:
C.O.W. Agenda — Page 2
REPORT OF STANDING COMMITTEES:
Finance, Connor Moreton:
Service, Gus Stuchell:
Public Improvements, Jeff Edwards:
Safety, Patty Hausfeld:
Laws, Contracts & Claims, Chris Schildmeyer:
Marketing, Ray Culbertson:
Business & Industry, Kyllikki Rytov:
Audience Participation:
Excuse absent members, if necessary.
Ordinances and Resolutions for the next Council meeting:
Next Council Meeting: July 23, 2026
Next C.0.W. Meeting: Aug 13, 2026
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THE VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
July 9th, 2026
The St. Bernard Village Committee of the Whole was held on May 14th, 2026, in Council
Chambers.
Roll call showed all seven members were present: Mr. Moreton, Mr. Stuchell, Mr. Edwards, Ms.
Hausfeld, Mr. Schildmeyer, Mr. Culbertson and Ms. Rytov.
A motion made by Mr. Culbertson, seconded by Ms. Hausfeld to approve the written minutes of
June 25th, 2026, council meeting. Motion passes 7-0. Minutes will stand as submitted.
REPORTS OF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS
Mayor, Mr. Stuchell- Thank you Mr. President. I'd like to start with a thank you to our
community for their participation in two recent events. Thank you to everyone who attended the
first event for the Heritage Hill District at Bernie's, the old Police station, on Sunday, June 28th.
It was a little slow to start things off, but once Stagger Lee took the stage, the place was
jamming. The staff at Bernie's was great and I highly encourage you to attend our next event on
Sunday, July 26th from 12:00 to 7:00 PM. Thank you to everyone who attended our annual
Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 3rd at Vine Street Park. It was a great day. Don't
Tell Steve was fabulous, but Rozzi's Famous Fireworks was absolutely awesome. We have
received more comments about this year's show, and I have to agree; it may have been the best of
the best so far. It has been a true pleasure to work with Rozzi, and our expert shooter Dion has
taken great pride …
Thu Jul 2, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on Heritage Hill District redevelopment plan
The St. Bernard Planning Commission will consider adopting the Heritage Hill District Plan, a redevelopment strategy for the Vine Street corridor developed with community input. The plan divides Vine Street into three areas (Main Street, Connector, St. Bernard Square) and proposes improvements like pop-up events, mixed-use development, and an amphitheater. The Commission may recommend approval or denial to Village Council.
- Adopt the Heritage Hill Redevelopment Plan (Case No 07-007-2026)
- Proposed mixed-use development at 4504-4512 Vine St (20 units + retail or 4 units + retail)
- Parkside Commons redevelopment at 4614-4622 Vine St (commercial + amphitheater)
- Former Police Department redevelopment options (outdoor dining or shared office space)
- Public survey received 135 responses; open house had 125 attendees
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission tables Heritage Hill District Plan for BZA review
The Planning Commission reviewed the Heritage Hill District Plan, a vision document for the Vine Street area. Despite a motion to approve, the commission ultimately voted to table the request for review by the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) for a variance. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 2, 2026 meeting.
- Tabled Case 07-007-2026 (Heritage Hill District Plan) for BZA variance review (Unanimous)
- Approved April 2, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
110 Washington Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217
Phone: (513) 242-7770 * Website: www.cityofstbernard.org
Planning Commission
July 2, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Council Chambers
110 Washington Ave
St Bernard, Ohio 45217
Benjamin Fraley
Chairperson
Benjamin Fraley Taylor Vogt Kelly Valerius Mark Wendling Jonathon Stuchell
Chairman Vice Chair Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner
Roll Call: 1 Public Hearing(s
FRALEY VOGT VALERIUS WENDLING STUCHELL
Swearing in of Those Providing Testimony to the Planning Commission:
Chair
Conflict of Interest Statement
Prior to consideration of the following agenda items, each member should examine the agenda to
determine whether he or she has any conflict of interest with any agenda item.
If so, please note the agenda item for which you intend to abstain or recuse yourself as an exception to the
upcoming motion. You may not discuss or vote on any item you have a conflict of interest with or act in any
way to influence the deliberation or vote.
Motion: | move that a note be made upon the minutes that each member of the Planning Commission was
furnished a copy of the agenda prior to its being considered at this meeting, and that, with the exception of
the items so noted, no member has identified any conflict of interest regarding any agenda item.
Motion
FRALEY VOGT VALERIUS WENDLING STUCHELL
Roll Call of Vote
FRALEY VOGT VALERIUS WENDLING STUCHELL
New Business:
Agenda Item #1
Case No 07-007-2026
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St. Bernard Planning Commission
July 2, 2026
6:00 p.m.
MEETING MINUTES
The Planning Commission was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. by Mr. Fraley. The Pledge
of Allegiance was recited.
Upon call of the roll, members in attendance were Mr. Benjamin Fraley, Ms. Taylor Vogt, Ms. Kelly
Valerius, Mr. Jonathon Stuchell and Mr. Mark Wendling. Also, in attendance was Andrew Schweier,
Zoning Administrator.
Mr. Fraley reviewed the hearing procedures and performed a group swearing in.
Mr. Fraley called for the first case.
Staff read the conflict-of-Interest statement. No conflicts were noted. Commissioner Fraley made a
motion and Commissioner Valerius seconded that no conflicts were noted. The motion was passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
Case 07-007-2026 was presented by staff. The request is for the Planning Commission to review the
Heritage Hill District Plan as submitted to Village Council by Yard and Company.
Staff noted that this case does not change any of the current zoning code nor does it change the
zoning map so no mailing was required. Staff advised that the information was posted to the Village
website. Staff advised that passage of this plan likely would require a review of the current zoning
codes for the Heritage Hill District.
Staff presented the staff report using a power point presentation. The Yard and Company report was
provided as an attachment to the staff report. Staff began by highlighting three potential pr …
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Council & Committee of the Whole
✓ Decided: St. Bernard adopts new cybersecurity program
Council adopted a cybersecurity program to comply with Ohio House Bill 96. The board also moved to dispense with the reading of previous meeting minutes.
- Adopted Resolution 10 2026 to implement the Village Cybersecurity Program (6-0)
- Approved motion to dispense with the reading of the last council meeting minutes (6-0)
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THE VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
COUNCIL MEETING
June 25th, 2026
The St. Bernard Village Council Meeting was held on June 25th, 2026, in Council Chambers.
The meeting was opened with a prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call showed six members were present: Mr. Moreton, Mr. Stuchell, Mr. Edwards, Ms.
Hausfeld, Mr. Schildmeyer, and Ms. Rytov. Absent: Mr. Culbertson.
A moment of silence was held in honor for former President of Council and Code Enforcement
Officer, Jerry Wiedemann.
A motion by Mr. Schildmeyer, seconded by Mr. Stuchell, to dispense with the reading of the
minutes of the last council meeting. Motion passes 6-0. Minutes will stand as submitted.
REPORTS OF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS
Mayor, Mr. Stuchell- Thank you Mr. President. First off, I'd like to offer my condolences to the
family of Jerry Wiedemann, who passed away yesterday. I can't say enough about what a true
gentleman he was and how much he loved Saint Bernard. He knew more about the village, its
infrastructure operations, its local industry, and basically everything about Saint Bernard. It was
a true pleasure to have worked with him here in the village and on the CIC. Jerry did it all. He
was the former, of course, Recreation Director and President of Council, head of the billing
department, longtime CIC board member, and one of the founding members of the CIC. He'll be
truly missed. Our flags will be lowered tomorrow morning in his honor. I'd also like to make a
comment on a …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeal
✓ Decided: Board of Zoning Appeals approves recycling facility expansion and two residential variances
The Board approved a conditional use request to expand a recycling facility by approximately 28,000 square feet. Two residential variances were granted for a gazebo and a fence located within front yard setbacks. The Board also approved May meeting minutes and two notices of decision.
- Approved Variance for gazebo at 4814 Greenlee Ave (5-0)
- Approved Conditional Use for recycling facility expansion at 5535 Vine Street (5-0)
- Approved Variance for 6-foot fence at 1000 E Ross Ave (4-0)
- Approved May 2026 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Notice of Decision for BZA 2026-05-006 (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Notice of Decision for BZA 2026-05-007 (4-0, 1 abstention)
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St. Bernard Board of Zoning Appeals
June 8, 2026
6:00 p.m.
MEETING MINUTES
The Board of Zoning Appeals was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. by Mr. Schildmeyer.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Upon call of the roll, members in atte ndance were Mr. Gary Schildmeyer, Ms. Kelly Valerius, Mr.
Keith Geraci, Mr. Brian Speed and Ms. Cassidy Staver. Also in attendance was Andrew Schweier,
Zoning Administrator, presenting for staff.
Mr. Schildmeyer reviewed the hearing procedures and performed a group swearing in.
Mr. Schildmeyer read the conflict-of-Interest statement and one conflict was noted for Mr.
Geraci related to case 2026-06-009. Commissioner Schildmeyer made a motion and
Commissioner Valerius seconded the conflict of interest statement. The motion was passed
unanimously.
New Business
Case 2026-06-008 was presented by staff. Staff presented the Variance request from
Section 1171.09 Accessory Buildings in R Districts. The applicant is requesting to build an
accessory structure within the front yard setback at 4814 Greenlee Ave. The Staff report is
submitted as part of the minutes.
Tim Fox, Applicant stated that they were hoping to put up a gazebo for shade and they have
no room in the back to do that. He advised that the structure is not junk. It will sit on a
14x14 slab, bolted down, rated to 100 mph wind and 7500lbs snow.
Mr. Fox advised that the fence in the rear yard for his yard is actually the end of his propert …
Thu May 28, 2026
Council & Committee of the Whole
✓ Decided: Council tables Resolution 9 2026 to next meeting
Council members voted to table Resolution 9 2026. The meeting included reports on a $2M road project and the Heritage Hill District plan, but no other substantive votes were recorded.
- Dispensed with reading of previous minutes (6-0)
- Tabled Resolution 9 2026 for the next council meeting (6-0)
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THE VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
COUNCIL MEETING
May 28th, 2026
The St. Bernard Village Committee of the Whole was held on May 28th, 2026, in Council
Chambers.
The meeting was opened with a prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call showed all six members were present: Mr. Moreton, Mr. Stuchell, Mr. Edwards, Ms.
Hausfeld, Mr. Culbertson, and Ms. Rytov. Absent: Mr. Schildmeyer
A motion by Mr. Culbertson, seconded by Mr. Moreton, to dispense with the reading of the
minutes of the last council meeting. Motion passes 6-0. Minutes will stand as submitted.
REPORTS OF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS
Mayor, Mr. Stuchell- Thank you, Mr. President, I want to thank everyone who attended and
participated in the annual Memorial Day Ceremony. Those who participated, of course, we had
the fire, police and service departments, Troop 354, St. Bernard Ludlow Grove Historical
Society, the St. Bernard Eagles, the St. Bernard Senior Citizens Club and St. Mary's Cemetery, A
thank you to Saint Mary Cemetery for sponsoring the donuts, coffee and juice. We had St.
Bernard's own Delta King’s singing and thank you to bag piper Roger Loth. Also, part of tonight
was supposed to be a presentation regarding the Heritage Hill District. I wanted to let everyone
know that our first event promoting the Heritage Health District and some potential revitalization
and the potential for a new venue. Our first event at Bernie's, which is the old Police Department,
which case you didn't know that …
Thu May 14, 2026
Council & Committee of the Whole
✓ Decided: Council approves $2.03M Tower and Washington Avenues improvements project
Council adopted Ordinance 26 2026 to contract with the Fred A. Nemann Company for road and sidewalk repairs. The project is funded by Water Works, a transit infrastructure grant, and Village funds. Several other ordinances and resolutions regarding grants and appropriations were tabled for future meetings.
- Approved $2,026,706.53 contract with Fred A. Nemann Company for Tower and Washington Avenues project (7-0)
- Approved written minutes of the last council meeting (7-0)
- Tabled ordinance to update codified ordinances (7-0)
- Tabled appropriation and transfer funds ordinance for next meeting (7-0)
- Tabled ordinance for Small Event Grant (7-0)
- Tabled resolution for SORTA Grant Application (7-0)
- Tabled resolution for natural gas aggregation contract (7-0)
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THE VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
May 14th, 2026
The St. Bernard Village Special Council Meeting was held on May 14th, 2026, in Council
Chambers.
Roll call showed all seven members were present: Mr. Moreton, Mr. Stuchell, Mr. Edwards, Ms.
Hausfeld, Mr. Schildmeyer, Mr. Culbertson, and Ms. Rytov.
ORDINANCE NO. 26 2026
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SERVICE
AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE FRED A. NEMANN COMPANY FOR THE
TOWER AND WASHINGTON AVENUES IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
Motion made by Mr. Schildmeyer, seconded by Ms. Hausfeld, to suspend with the 2nd and 3rd
reading of Ordinance 26 2026. Motion passes 7-0.
Safety and Service Director, Mr. Wendling- This is a grant and finding for the Tower and
Washington project. Fred A. Nemann company was the lowest bidder out of a total of 4 bidders.
The total cost of the project is $2,026,706.53. It will run from Mitchell Ave to McCelland at
Tower Ave, and we will also repave lower Washington Ave including sidewalk repair. Water
Works in paying $1,307,243.70. The Village’s portion is $719,462.83, and we did receive a
transit infrastructure grant with funding up to $660,000 for the project.
Motion made by Mr. Schildmeyer, seconded by Mr. Culbertson, to adopt Ordinance 26 2026.
Motion passes 7-0.
Motion made by Mr. Culbertson, seconded by Ms. Hausfeld, to adjourn the special council
meeting. Motion passes 7-0.
THE VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD …
Mon May 11, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeal
✓ Decided: BZA approves library parking use and 8-foot fence for Synthica
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional use request for the Cincinnati Public Library parking lot and granted a fence height variance for Synthica. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and a prior notice of decision.
- Approved Conditional Use for Cincinnati Public Library parking lot (4-0)
- Approved 8-foot fence variance for Synthica at 5410 Vine St (4-0)
- Approved April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Notice of Decision for BZA 2026-04-004 (3-0, 1 abstention)
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St. Bernard Board of Zoning Appeals
May 11, 2026
6:00 p.m.
MEETING MINUTES
The Board of Zoning Appeals was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. by Mr. Schildmeyer.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Upon call of the roll, members in atte ndance were Mr. Gary Schildmeyer, Ms. Kelly Valerius, Mr.
Keith Geraci and Mr. Brian Speed. Also in attendance was Andrew Schweier, Zoning Administrator,
presenting for staff.
Mr. Schildmeyer reviewed the hearing procedures and performed a group swearing in.
Staff read the conflict-of-Interest statement and no conflicts were noted. Commissioner
Geraci made a motion and Commissioner Schildmeyer seconded the conflict of interest
statement. No conflicts were noted. The motion was passed unanimously.
New Business
Case 2026-05-006 was presented by staff. Staff read the Conditional Use request for the
Cincinnati Public Library parking lot. Staff read the staff report related 1181.12 Accessory
Off Street Parking. The staff report is submitted as part of the minutes for the record.
Staff is the applicant on this request.
Hayfaa Wadih spoke in favor and advised that she was present at Planning Commission.
She is pleased that the properties are being brought into compliance but believed that the
zone map change was not the best interest of residents. She is in support of this proposal.
No one spoke against and the public portion of the meeting was closed.
Commissioner Valerius spoke about the …
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Adults with low literacy18.7% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
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