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St. BernardOhio averageUS Census ACS
Population
3,998
Per-capita income
$40,094
Median home value
$139,500
Bachelor's or higher
33%
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🗳️ 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

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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.

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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. …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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.

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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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1 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 …
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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.

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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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.

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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 VILLAGE OF ST. BERNARD …
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1 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 …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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1 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 …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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1 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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Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Adults with low literacy18.7% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.422
All kids
0.357
Black kids
0.300

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