Whitehall public meetings in 2023

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold a public hearing and third reading on a zoning change for 3515 East Main Street, and will vote on several ordinances including the 2024 general fund budget of $36,942,538, a water main replacement project agreement, and a tax exemption for a multifamily development. The agenda also includes second and first readings of various tax, personnel, and appropriation measures.

• Public hearing and third reading: Ordinance 100-2023 rezones 3515 East Main St. to Community Crossroads District (CCD)
• Third reading: Ordinance 098-2023 authorizes agreement with Ohio Water Development Authority for 2024 water main replacement
• Third reading: Ordinance 099-2023 approves tax exemption for LDG 3515 E Main, L.P. and LDG Multifamily, LLC
• Third reading: Ordinance 102-2023 appropriates $36,942,538 for 2024 general fund, street, and highway expenses
• First reading: Ordinance 127-2023 transfers $56,000 from income tax refunds to police salaries

Records Commission

The Whitehall Records Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its July 27, 2023 meeting and to authorize the destruction of records for 2023. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2023 meeting
• Records destruction 2023
• Set date for next meeting (TBD)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several draft pieces of legislation, including major budget appropriations for 2024. The meeting also addresses a water main replacement agreement and various property and zoning updates.

• 2024 General Fund, Street, and Highway appropriations totaling $36,942,538.00
• 2024 Special Revenue, Internal Service, and Fiduciary appropriations totaling $61,178,676.46
• Cooperative agreement for the 2024 Water Main Replacement Project
• Zoning amendment for 3515 East Main Street to Community Crossroads District
• Special assessments for property maintenance at several locations

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider 14 variance requests at its December 11, 2023 meeting. One request is for a fence materials variance on Ludington Road, and the other 13 are for a multifamily development at 3515 East Main Street, covering setbacks, building height, floor height, lighting, sidewalks, landscaping, and parking. The board will also approve minutes from the November 13 meeting.

• Fence materials variance at 4684 Ludington Road (Case BA-23-25)
• 13 variances for LDG Multifamily at 3515 East Main Street (Cases BA-23-26 through BA-23-38)
• Variances include front yard setback, building height, floor height, lighting, sidewalk width, landscaping, and parking
• Property at 3515 East Main Street owned by Wirthman Realty Co., Ltd.

Planning Commission

The Whitehall Planning Commission will meet on December 7, 2023, to consider a single rezoning request. LDG Multifamily, LLC seeks to rezone about 4 acres at 3515 East Main Street from Industrial District to Community Crossroads District. The meeting also includes approval of the November 2, 2023 minutes and public comment periods.

• WPC Case 875 / Ord. 100-2023: LDG Multifamily, LLC requests rezoning of 4+/- acres at 3515 East Main Street (parcel 090-000326) from Industrial District (INDD) 1105.03 to Community Crossroads District (CCD) 1104.06; property owned by Wirthman Realty Co., Ltd.
• Approval of minutes from the November 2, 2023 meeting.
• Public comment periods for the commission and public.

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold a special presentation on the 2024 budget and consider several ordinances, including a water main replacement project, a tax exemption for a property at 3515 East Main Street, and the 2024 appropriations totaling over $89 million. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances and first readings of new legislation, with no third readings scheduled.

• 2024 Budget presentation by Assistant City Administrator Megan Meyer
• Ordinance 098-2023: Water main replacement project with Ohio Water Development Authority
• Ordinance 099-2023: Tax exemption for LDG 3515 E Main, L.P. and LDG Multifamily, LLC
• Ordinance 100-2023: Zoning map amendment for 3515 East Main Street to Community Crossroads District
• Ordinance 102-2023: 2024 appropriations of $36,942,538 for General Fund, Street, and State Highway expenses

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to discuss and advance several pieces of legislation, including a second reading of an ordinance to amend the city's income tax code to comply with Ohio House Bill 33, with changes effective January 1, 2024. The council will also review a special presentation on the Wirthman Yard development and consider multiple ordinances and resolutions for final adoption at a future meeting.

• Ordinance 110-2023: Amends tax code for Ohio House Bill 33, including remote work apportionment rules and penalty changes.
• Ordinance 102-2023: Appropriates $36,942,538 for 2024 General Fund, Street, and State Highway Materials expenses.
• Ordinance 103-2023: Appropriates $50,746,336.07 for 2024 special revenue, internal service, and fiduciary accounts.
• Ordinance 111-2023: Adjusts General Fund transfer percentages to non-general funds, including Capital Improvement, Fleet Reserve, and Technology funds.
• Resolution 044-2023: Levies special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, certified to the Franklin County Auditor.

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding an emergency special meeting to consider two ordinances. The first transfers $450,778.80 from various accounts in the WMPITIE Fund to the Debt Service Fund. The second unappropriates $11,761.64 from the Fire Department Grant Fund for mobile radios. Both are declared emergencies.

• Ordinance 108-2023: Fund transfer of $450,778.80 from WMPITIE Fund (279) to Debt Service Fund (401)
• Ordinance 109-2023: Unappropriate $11,761.64 from Fire Department Grant Fund (221) for mobile radios

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to establish the Whitehall Community Authority and a Fairway Boulevard tax increment financing (TIF) district, both aimed at redeveloping the former Woodcliff property at East Broad Street and Hamilton Road and along Fairway Boulevard. The council will also vote on several other items, including the 2024 budget appropriations, a water main replacement project, zoning changes, and tax exemptions for specific developments.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 090-2023 to organize the Whitehall Community Authority for redevelopment of the former Woodcliff property
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 105-2023 creating a Fairway Boulevard TIF district
• First reading of Ordinance 102-2023 appropriating $36,942,538 for 2024 general fund, street, and highway expenses
• First reading of Ordinance 103-2023 appropriating $50,746,336.07 for special revenue, internal service, and fiduciary accounts
• First reading of Ordinance 099-2023 approving a tax exemption for LDG 3515 E Main, L.P. and LDG Multifamily, LLC

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several draft pieces of legislation, including a loan for 2024 water main replacements and a tax exemption for a new residential project. Other items include property maintenance assessments and updates to city tree ordinances.

• Cooperative agreement for 2024 water main replacements on streets including Main Street and Rickenbacker Avenue
• Proposed 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for a $103 million, 316-unit apartment project at 3515 East Main Street
• Zoning change for 3515 East Main Street to Community Crossroads District (CCD)
• Special assessments for property maintenance and grass cutting at various residential addresses
• Amendment to the traffic code regarding the operation of golf carts and utility vehicles

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding an emergency special meeting to consider a single ordinance. The ordinance would unappropriate $12,000 from the Fire Grant Fund Retention Incentives Grant Expense Account. This is the only item on the agenda, and the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Ordinance No. 097-2023: Unappropriating $12,000 from Fire Grant Fund Retention Incentives Grant Expense Account (221.000.50040) and declaring an emergency

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider two continued cases from October, both involving Asucena Betancourt and property at 4141 East Broad Street owned by Tishoo Properties II, LLC. One case seeks a variance for food truck overnight parking, and the other is an administrative appeal of the zoning code on the same matter. The board will also approve minutes from October 9, 2023.

• Case BA-23-21: Food Truck Overnight Parking Variance, 1143.08abe, at 4141 East Broad Street, parcels 090-001937, 090-001954, 090-001955, 090-001956, 090-001934, 090-001935, 090-001921, 090-001920, 090-001919, 090-001913, 090-001938, 090-001936
• Case BA-23-22: Administrative Appeal from Zoning Code - Food Truck Overnight Parking, 1143.08abe, same property and parcels
• Property owner: Tishoo Properties II, LLC
• Minutes approval for October 9, 2023 meeting

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold third readings on resolutions for property maintenance special assessments and tax incentive recommendations, second readings on ordinances including golf cart operation and a CRA tax exemption for Fairway Boulevard, and first readings on creating a community authority, budget stabilization fund, and a $1.6 million City Hall renovation fund. The agenda also includes multiple fund appropriations and transfers, and a workers' compensation safety grant acceptance.

• Resolution 039-2023: levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations
• Resolution 040-2023: approving Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for tax year 2022
• Ordinance 085-2023: allowing golf carts and utility vehicles on public roadways
• Ordinance 087-2023: approving CRA real property tax exemption for Fairway Boulevard, LLC
• Ordinance 093-2023: appropriating $1,600,000 for City Hall renovation fund

Planning Commission

The Whitehall Planning Commission will consider ten variance requests for the property at 5186 East Main Street, owned by Moses Realty, LLC. The variances, sought by Herbert Architecture Consulting, cover side and rear yard setbacks, lot coverage, building heights, parking lot landscaping, and sign size and height. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 5 meeting.

• Side yard setback variance (WPC 866)
• Rear yard setback variance (WPC 867)
• Lot coverage/minimum open space variance (WPC 868)
• Parking lot landscaping variances (WPC 870A/B)
• Sign variances for size and height (WPC 872/873)

Mayor's Court

The Whitehall Mayor's Court is holding arraignments, hearings, and enforcement proceedings for 24 defendants on charges including petty theft, criminal trespass, menacing, disorderly conduct, drug abuse instruments, and income tax violations. Several cases involve fines and costs already assessed, while others are scheduled for initial appearances.

• Petty theft (M1) charges against 15 individuals, many involving Kroger, Walmart, or Target
• Income tax return filing violations (UM) with fines of $50 plus costs for Clark and Cox
• Failure to pay income tax (UM) with $100 fine for Hodge
• Criminal trespass (M4) and menacing (M4) charges against Barnhart
• Possession of drug abuse instruments (M2) charge against Page

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committees will meet to discuss several items, including a second reading of an ordinance to allow golf carts and utility vehicles on public roads, and a second reading of a tax exemption for the Fairway Cliffs project. They will also hold a third reading on special assessments for property maintenance and a resolution approving tax incentive recommendations. No final votes are scheduled at this committee meeting.

• Ordinance 085-2023: amend traffic code to allow golf carts and utility carts on public roadways
• Ordinance 087-2023: approve Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for Fairway Boulevard, LLC (Fairway Cliffs project)
• Resolution 039-2023: levy special assessments for property maintenance at several locations
• Resolution 040-2023: approve Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for tax year 2022
• Special presentations: Fairway Cliffs Project and Domestic Violence Victims Advocate

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including the creation of a Community Authority, tax incentives, property maintenance assessments, and supplemental appropriations. The agenda also includes presentations from the Columbus Metropolitan Library and a domestic violence advocate.

• Ordinance 086-2023: hearing on establishing the Whitehall Community Authority
• Ordinance 087-2023: tax exemption for Fairway Boulevard, LLC and infrastructure agreement
• Resolution 039-2023: special assessments for property maintenance at several locations
• Resolution 040-2023: approving Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for tax year 2022
• Ordinance 088-2023: $12,000 supplemental appropriation for council expenses

City Council

Whitehall City Council is reviewing four draft ordinances, including a $25 million, 46-home development on Fairway Boulevard with a 15-year, 100% property tax exemption and up to $3.5 million in infrastructure reimbursements. The council will also consider allowing golf carts on streets, adopting updated code pages, and creating a community authority for the former Woodcliff site. A resolution on property maintenance assessments is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 087-2023: Approves 15-year, 100% tax exemption for 46 single-family homes at 750 and 800 Fairway Boulevard, with $3.5M infrastructure agreement
• Ordinance 086-2023: Sets Nov 21 hearing for Whitehall Community Authority to redevelop former Woodcliff Condominiums site
• Ordinance 085-2023: Would allow golf carts and utility vehicles on streets with speed limits under 35 mph, requiring police inspection
• Ordinance 084-2023: Adopts November 2023 replacement pages to the city's codified ordinances
• Resolution 039-2023: Levies special assessments for property maintenance at several locations

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider five cases, including a fence height variance and several food truck overnight parking variances and administrative appeals. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Fence height variance at 420 Collingwood Avenue (Case BA-23-20)
• Food truck overnight parking variance at 4141 East Broad Street (Case BA-23-21)
• Administrative appeal for food truck overnight parking at 4141 East Broad Street (Case BA-23-22)
• Food truck overnight parking variance at 805 South Hamilton Road (Case BA-23-23)
• Administrative appeal for food truck overnight parking at 805 South Hamilton Road (Case BA-23-24)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several requests from Herbert Architecture Consulting regarding property owned by Moses Realty, LLC. The items include various setbacks, lot coverage, and sign height variances for the location at 5186 East Main Street.

• Side yard, rear yard, and ground floor height variances for 5186 East Main Street
• Lot coverage and minimum open space variance for 5186 East Main Street
• Parking lot landscaping and design variances (Cases 870A and 870B)
• Freestanding sign size and height variances
• Upper floor height variance

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a major update to the planning and zoning code, a $16,400 appropriation transfer, special assessments for property maintenance, and approval of tax incentive recommendations. The agenda also includes routine reports from committees and officials.

• Ordinance 081-2023: Updates to Planning and Zoning Code, Titles 1-15
• Ordinance 083-2023: $16,400 appropriation transfer for payroll and income tax salaries
• Resolution 039-2023: Levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations
• Resolution 040-2023: Approving Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for tax year 2022
• Resolution 041-2023: Accepting budget commission amounts and authorizing tax levies

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is considering a resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance and demolition costs on numerous properties, with fees ranging from $150 for grass cutting to over $5,000 for bulk trash removal. The council will also review a second reading of a zoning code update and a resolution approving tax incentive recommendations.

• Resolution 039-2023: Levies special assessments for property maintenance at multiple addresses, including grass cutting ($150 each) and bulk trash removal (up to $5,418.02) on properties like 4245 Mayflower Blvd and 4016 Washburn Ave.
• Ordinance 081-2023: Second reading of updates to Part 11 – Planning and Zoning Code, Titles 1 through 15.
• Resolution 040-2023: Approves Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for tax year 2022, including CRA exemptions for Whitehall Assisted Living, Heartland Bank, and others, and TIF exemptions for Hamilton/Broad, Main/Yearling, and more.

City Council

This is an emergency special meeting of the Whitehall City Council. The council will consider two items: a supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 from the capital improvement fund for capital expenses, and a resolution authorizing the mayor to participate in ODOT's Broad Street and Hamilton Road intersection improvement project. Both items are declared emergencies.

• Ordinance 082-2023: $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation from Capital Improvement/Project Fund (311) to Capital Improvement Expense Account
• Resolution 038-2023: Authorizes mayor to participate in ODOT's Broad Street and Hamilton Road intersection improvement project

City Council

Whitehall City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports, and hearing presentations. The main legislative items include a third reading of a resolution recognizing the Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association's fundraising, a second reading of the 2023 strategic plan, and first readings of ordinances for a $115,000 fund transfer and zoning code updates.

• Resolution 033-2023 recognizing WYAA raising over $30,000 for Pre-K program
• Resolution 036-2023 adopting the 2023 Strategic Plan (Opportunity Blueprint)
• Ordinance 080-2023: $115,000 transfer from Yearling Incentive Account to General Fund for property acquisition
• Ordinance 081-2023: updates to Planning and Zoning Code, Titles 1-15
• Resolution 037-2023 approving 'then and now' certificates

Parks Commission

The commission will review budget, income, and invoices from June through August 2023. Members will also discuss two-year work plans and new facility rental agreements for approval.

• Review of June–August 2023 budget, income, and invoices
• Presentation of new facility rental agreements for vote
• Discussion of Summer Camp 2024 conclusion
• Review of year-to-date program numbers and farmers market SNAP data

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to discuss and move forward on several pieces of legislation, including a third reading of a resolution recognizing a fundraising effort, a second reading of a strategic plan, and first readings of ordinances for a property purchase fund transfer and approval of 'then and now' certificates. The most consequential item is the $115,000 fund transfer to complete the purchase of 487 S. Yearling Road, which is scheduled for adoption on September 19, 2023.

• Ordinance 080-2023: Transfer $115,000 from Main Yearling Incentive Account to General Fund for property acquisition at 487 S. Yearling Road
• Resolution 037-2023: Approve 21 'then and now' certificates totaling over $900,000, including $311,780 for water break repairs and $250,000 for Fusus subscription
• Resolution 036-2023: Adopt the 2023 Strategic Plan 'Opportunity Blueprint'
• Ordinance 081-2023: Update Planning and Zoning Code, Part 11, Titles 1-15, including moving Subdivision Regulations
• Resolution 033-2023: Recognize Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association for raising over $30,000 for Pre-K program

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding a special meeting with a single item on the agenda: a first reading of Ordinance No. 079-2023, which would make a supplemental appropriation of $65,936 from unappropriated monies in the Law Enforcement Trust Fund to the fund's expense account. The ordinance is declared an emergency. No other business is scheduled.

• Ordinance No. 079-2023: supplemental appropriation of $65,936.00 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund (241) to expense account 241.000.50000, declared an emergency

The council moved to suspend the rules and then adopted Ordinance No. 079-2023, which provides a supplemental appropriation of $65,936 from unappropriated monies to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund expense account and declares an emergency. Earlier, the council excused an absent member, confirmed receipt of agenda copies, and later adjourned the meeting.

• Excused absent member (motion by Bailey, seconded by Kantor, unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Confirmed all members received agenda copies (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Suspended rules on Ordinance No. 079-2023 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 079-2023, approving $65,936 supplemental appropriation to Law Enforcement Trust Fund expense account and declaring emergency (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Bailey, seconded by Kantor, unanimous roll‑call vote)

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider five cases, including a rear yard setback variance, an administrative appeal regarding vehicle storage, and three variances for a property on East Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from its August 14 meeting.

• Rear yard setback variance at 4125 Mayflower Boulevard (BA-23-15)
• Administrative appeal for vehicle storage at 4318 East Main Street (BA-23-16)
• Minimum lot area variance at 5320 East Main Street, Suite 100 (BA-23-17)
• Outdoor activity area variance at 5320 East Main Street, Suite 100 (BA-23-18)
• Access loading/unloading variance at 5320 East Main Street, Suite 100 (BA-23-19)

The Board approved three variances for a proposed adult day center and an administrative appeal for a used car dealership. A request for a rear yard setback variance for a residential sunroom was denied.

• Denied rear yard setback variance for sunroom at 4125 Mayflower Boulevard (1-2)
• Approved administrative appeal for vehicle storage at 4318 East Main Street (3-0)
• Approved minimum lot size variance (BA-23-17) for 5320 East Main Street (3-0)
• Approved outdoor activity area variance (BA-23-18) for 5320 East Main Street with condition to work with city staff (3-0)
• Approved access loading/unloading variance (BA-23-19) for 5320 East Main Street (3-0)
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a community meeting on the city's strategic plan. The council will take a second reading of a resolution recognizing the Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association's fundraising, and first readings of several ordinances involving fund transfers and appropriations, including $1 million for capital improvements and $500,000 for firefighter salaries. The agenda also includes committee and officials' reports.

• Resolution 033-2023 recognizing Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association for raising over $30,000 for the Pre-K program
• Ordinance 073-2023: $16,500 supplemental appropriation for Food Truck and Fun Fest
• Ordinance 074-2023: $50,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training and needs
• Ordinance 075-2023: $1,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Capital Improvement Project Fund
• Ordinance 077-2023: $500,000 transfer from ARP Grant Fund to Firemen's Salaries

City Council adopted several ordinances for supplemental appropriations and fund transfers, including $1 million for capital improvement projects. The council also adopted the Opportunity Blueprint, the city's 2023 strategic plan.

• Adopted Ordinance 073-2023: $16,500 for Food Truck and Fun Fest (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 074-2023: $50,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training and needs (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 075-2023: $1,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Capital Improvement Project Expense Account (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 076-2023: $344,964 fund transfer for Capital Improvement Project Expense Account (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 077-2023: $500,000 transfer from ARP Grant Fund to Firemens’ Salaries Expense Account (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 078-2023: $47,533.87 transfer from ARP Grant Fund to Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Expense Account (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 036-2023: Adopted the Opportunity Blueprint 2023 Strategic Plan
• Approved August 15 and August 22 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks Commission

The Commission will review the budget, income, and invoices from June and July 2023. The meeting includes a discussion on Ordinance 047-2023 regarding proposed changes to how Commission members are appointed.

• Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of June and July 2023 budget, income, and invoices
• Discussion of charter amendments in Ordinance 047-2023
• Report on full-time employment transfer for Eboni Barbour

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on August 22, 2023, include discussion of draft legislation. They will consider adopting the Opportunity Blueprint strategic plan for FY 2024-2025, a resolution recognizing a fundraising effort, and an ordinance for a $16,500 supplemental appropriation for the Food Truck and Fun Fest. A public meeting is scheduled to seek OPWC funding for East Broad Street improvements. Most standing committees have no pending legislation.

• Resolution 036-2023: Adopt the Opportunity Blueprint strategic plan for FY 2024-2025
• Resolution 033-2023: Recognize Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association for raising over $30,000 for Pre-K program
• Ordinance 073-2023: Supplemental appropriation of $16,500 from General Fund for Food Truck and Fun Fest expenses
• Public meeting on OPWC funding assistance for E. Broad Street improvements (Hamilton Road to Parklawn Boulevard)

The meeting focused on presentations and legislative drafts; no final votes were recorded. The administration presented a proposal for phase three of the Broad Street Reconstruction Project, and a draft of the 2023 Strategic Plan was introduced for future presentation.

• Proposed application for OPWC State Capital Improvement/Local Transportation Improvement Program for Broad Street Reconstruction Project phase three
• Scheduled presentation for Resolution No. 036-2023 (2023 Strategic Plan) for September 5, 2023
• Reviewed Resolution No. 033-2023 recognizing Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association fundraising
• Reviewed Ordinance No. 073-2023 for a $16,500 supplemental appropriation for Food Truck and Fun Fest expenses

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold first readings on four bond ordinances totaling $16.7 million for city hall improvements, a police facility addition, a land purchase for economic development, and a court settlement. The council will also consider accepting several state and federal grants and making related appropriations. All items are on first reading, with no second or third readings scheduled.

• Ordinance 063-2023: $1.6M bond for city hall improvements
• Ordinance 064-2023: $2.5M bond for police facility addition/renovation
• Ordinance 065-2023: $10.6M bond to buy 37-acre parcel at Hamilton Road and East Broad Street
• Ordinance 066-2023: $2M bond for court settlement in City of Whitehall v. Olander
• Resolutions 029-2023 to 034-2023: accept grants from Ohio Dept. of Public Safety, Ohio BWC, FEMA, and Ohio EMA

City Council adopted multiple ordinances to issue bonds for municipal improvements and land acquisition. The council also approved several grant acceptances and the creation of a Fire Department Grants Fund. A presentation was given regarding a $3.2 million project for the Broad Street Reconstruction Project.

• Approved $1.6M bond for City Hall improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $2.5M bond for Police Department facility addition and renovation (Unanimous)
• Approved $10.6M bond for acquisition of land at Hamilton Road and East Broad Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $2M bond for court-approved settlement in City of Whitehall v. Olander (Unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of Ohio Department of Public Safety reimbursement grant (Unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation Safety Intervention grant (Unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of two FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grants (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of Fire Department Grants Fund and $36,300 appropriation (Unanimous)

BZBA

The Board approved variances for a rear yard setback and garage façade at 782 Elaine Road, as well as fence height increases at 4144 Seigman Avenue and 4314 Chandler Drive. The Board also elected its leadership for the remainder of 2023.

• Approved Case BA-23-11 (rear yard setback variance) and BA-23-12 (non-recessed garage façade variance) for 782 Elaine Road (5-0)
• Approved Case BA-23-13 (fence height variance) for 4144 Seigman Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Case BA-23-14 (fence height variance) for 4314 Chandler Drive (5-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Mike Arends as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Weatherby as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Soma as Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

Council reviewed several bond ordinances for City Hall, the police department, and economic development land acquisition. The body also processed multiple grant acceptances and fund appropriations for the fire department.

• Advanced $1.6M bond ordinance for City Hall improvements
• Advanced $2.1M bond ordinance for police department addition and renovation
• Advanced $10.6M bond ordinance for land acquisition at Hamilton Road and East Broad Street
• Advanced $2M bond ordinance for a court-approved settlement (City of Whitehall v. Olander)
• Advanced five grant acceptances for fire department equipment and personnel retention
• Advanced resolution recognizing Whitehall Yearling Alumni Association fundraising
• Advanced creation of Fire Department Grants Fund and associated appropriations
• Advanced $15,000 transfer for air conditioning and elevator repairs

City Council

Whitehall City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 1, 2023. The main items are third readings of seven ordinances that would place charter amendments on the ballot, covering council residency, auditor qualifications, a new planning commission, parks department changes, and spending limits. The council will also consider a first reading of a salary schedule amendment, a fund transfer, and a resolution to purchase property at 488 South Yearling Road.

• Third reading: Charter amendments on council residency, auditor qualifications, planning commission, parks dept, and spending limits (Ords. 043-049-2023)
• Third reading: Ordinance requiring food, water, shelter for harbored animals and prohibiting leaving animals in vehicles (Ord. 056-2023)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 488 South Yearling Road, parcel 090-004347-00 (Res. 025-2023)
• First reading: Amendment to salary schedule 161.38 (Ord. 060-2023)
• First reading: Fund transfer of $6,595 from Evidence Setaside Fund to Law Enforcement Trust Fund (Ord. 061-2023)

City Council adopted several ordinances to amend the City Charter regarding auditor qualifications, parks and recreation organization, and mayoral spending limits. Council also passed an ordinance regarding animal care and authorized the purchase of a property on South Yearling Road.

• Adopted Ordinance 044-2023 (Auditor qualifications charter amendment)
• Adopted Ordinance 045-2023 (Auditor succession plan charter amendment)
• Adopted Ordinance 047-2023 (Parks and Recreation organization charter amendment)
• Adopted Ordinance 048-2023 (Board of Control expenditure limit charter amendment)
• Adopted Ordinance 049-2023 (Mayoral small purchase authority charter amendment)
• Adopted Ordinance 056-2023 (Animal welfare and vehicle attendance requirements)
• Adopted Resolution 025-2023 (Purchase of 488 South Yearling Road)
• Defeated Ordinance 043-2023 (Council residency charter amendment) (1-4)

Records Commission

The Whitehall Records Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its December 2022 session, authorize records destruction for 2023, and schedule its next meeting for December 14, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2022 meeting
• Records destruction 2023
• Set next meeting date: December 14, 2023 at 1:00 pm

The commission approved the minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting. Members discussed upcoming records destruction for fall 2023 and a potential resident shredding day.

• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on July 25, 2023, will discuss three draft ordinances, including a salary schedule amendment and a fund transfer. They will also hold third readings on multiple charter amendments to be placed on the ballot, and an ordinance regarding animal welfare. The agenda includes both first readings and final readings of legislation.

• Ordinance 060-2023: Amends salary schedule for various positions, retroactive to Jan 1, 2023
• Ordinance 061-2023: Transfers $6,595 from Evidence Setaside Fund to Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Ordinance 062-2023: Modifies boundaries of Main Street East Community Reinvestment Area
• Charter amendments (Ordinances 043-049) for council residency, auditor qualifications, planning commission, parks dept, and mayor's purchase authority
• Ordinance 056-2023: Requires food, water, shelter for animals and prohibits leaving animals in vehicles

Council moved several ordinances to a final vote that would place charter amendments regarding residency, auditor qualifications, and department organization on the ballot. Other actions included advancing a purchase contract for 488 South Yearling Road and a new animal welfare ordinance.

• Advanced Ordinance 043-2023 regarding Council residency requirements (3rd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 044-2023 and 045-2023 regarding Auditor qualifications and succession (3rd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 046-2023 to create a Planning and Building Commission (3rd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 047-2023 regarding Parks and Recreation Department organization (3rd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 048-2023 and 049-2023 regarding Board of Control expenditure limits and Mayor's purchase power (3rd reading)
• Advanced Resolution 025-2023 to purchase 488 South Yearling Road (3rd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 056-2023 requiring care for harbored animals and prohibiting unattended animals in vehicles (3rd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 061-2023 to transfer $6,595.00 from Evidence Setaside Fund to Law Enforcement Trust Fund (1st reading)

City Council

City Council adopted Resolution No. 028-2023 to establish the city's tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2024. The resolution was passed and submitted to the County Auditor.

• Adopted Resolution No. 028-2023 to adopt the tax budget for fiscal year 2024 (6-0)

City Council

Whitehall City Council will consider several items, including a third reading of an electric franchise ordinance for Ohio Power Company, resolutions for contracts with American StructurePoint and Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services, and multiple charter amendments to be placed on the ballot. The council will also hold second readings on ordinances related to animal welfare and a property purchase, and first readings on a grant and budget adjustments.

• Ordinance 041-2023 granting electric franchise to Ohio Power Company
• Resolution 023-2023 contract with American StructurePoint for plan review and inspection
• Resolution 024-2023 tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services at 4300 East Broad Street
• Six charter amendments (Ordinances 043-048) for voter approval on council residency, auditor qualifications, planning commission, parks dept, and spending limits
• Resolution 025-2023 purchase contract for 488 South Yearling Road

City Council adopted a franchise agreement for the Ohio Power Company and a tax reimbursement agreement for Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services. The council also approved a contract for plan review services and a criminal justice reimbursement grant.

• Adopted Ordinance 041-2023 granting franchise to Ohio Power Company (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 023-2023 for American Structurepoint, Inc plan review and inspection services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 024-2023 for municipal income tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 026-2023 to accept an Office of Criminal Justice Services reimbursement grant (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance 048-2023 to increase expenditure amount from $5,000 to $36,000 (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance 049-2023 to increase mayor's small purchase authority from $5,000 to $36,000 (unanimous)
• Approved July 5 and July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on July 11, 2023, will review draft legislation including a resolution to accept a $14,000 state grant for a police cadet apprenticeship program, and an ordinance to advance $14,000 from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund to fund it. They will also discuss multiple charter amendments to be placed on the ballot, covering council residency, auditor qualifications, a new planning and building commission, parks and recreation changes, and increased spending thresholds. Additionally, the council will consider approving a list of 'then and now' certificates for past purchases totaling over $400,000, and other items such as a tax reimbursement agreement for a business at 4300 East Broad Street and a franchise for Ohio Power Company.

• Resolution 026-2023: Accept $14,000 OCJS grant for police cadet program
• Ordinance 059-2023: Advance $14,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund to Police Grant Fund
• Resolution 027-2023: Approve 'then and now' certificates totaling $443,000+ for various purchases
• Charter amendments (Ordinances 043-049) for ballot: council residency, auditor qualifications, planning commission, parks dept, spending limits
• Resolution 024-2023: Tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services at 4300 East Broad St

Council members agreed to amend two ordinances to increase expenditure, contract, or order limits from $5,000 to $36,000. Several other grants, charter amendments, and contracts were moved forward for future readings and adoption.

• Agreed to amend Ordinances 048-2023 and 049-2023 to increase expenditure limits from $5,000 to $36,000
• Moved Resolution 026-2023 to accept a $14,000 grant for a cadet apprenticeship program to 1st reading
• Moved Ordinance 059-2023 to advance $14,000 for a police cadet internship program to 1st reading
• Moved Resolution 027-2023 to approve 'Then and Now' certificates to 1st reading
• Moved Resolution 024-2023 for a tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services to 3rd reading
• Moved Ordinance 041-2023 regarding Ohio Power Company franchise rights to 3rd reading
• Moved Resolution 023-2023 for a contract with American StructurePoint, Inc. to 3rd reading

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider four fence height variance requests at its July 10, 2023 meeting. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Case BA-23-07: Fence height variance for 540 Elaine Road (Tonia Rodriguez)
• Case BA-23-08: Fence height variance for 4135 Elbern Avenue (Tracie L. Ford)
• Cases BA-23-09(a) and (b): Two fence height variances for 652 Greenwood Road (Colin P. Finan)

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals decided on three fence variance requests. Two requests for 6-foot privacy fences in side yards were approved, while a request for a 4-foot porch fence was denied due to safety and code concerns.

• Approved 6-foot wood privacy fence variance for 540 Elaine Road (BA-23-07) (3-0)
• Denied 4-foot wood privacy fence variance for 4135 Elbern Avenue (BA-23-08) (0-3)
• Approved 6-foot wood privacy fence variances for 652 Greenwood Road (BA-23-09a and BA-23-09b) (3-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Excused absent member Mr. Weatherby (3-0)

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting has been postponed. The only action item, a food truck overnight parking variance request, has also been postponed.

• WPC Case 865: Food truck overnight parking variance (1109.08E) at 4257 East Main Street, parcel 090-000310, owned by XACT HD Restoration, LLC – postponed

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including a third reading of a resolution levying special assessments for property maintenance, a second reading of a franchise agreement with Ohio Power Company, and multiple first readings of charter amendments to be placed on the ballot. The agenda also includes several ordinances for supplemental appropriations and fund transfers, as well as a resolution to purchase property on South Yearling Road. The meeting is a regular session with reports from committees and officials.

• Resolution 020-2023: Levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, certifying costs to the Franklin County Auditor.
• Ordinance 041-2023: Granting a franchise to Ohio Power Company for electric distribution in city streets and public places.
• Resolution 024-2023: Authorizing a municipal income tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services to locate at 4300 East Broad Street.
• Ordinance 055-2023: Supplemental appropriation of $465,370 from the WMPITIE Fund to the Hamilton/Broad Incentive Account.
• Ordinance 057-2023: Appropriating property and an easement from EMRO Marketing Company at 4790 Broad Street for roadway improvements.

City Council adopted a resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance at several locations. The council also approved a series of ordinances regarding Parks and Recreation personnel, salary schedules, and supplemental fund appropriations.

• Adopted Resolution 020-2023 to levy special assessments for property maintenance (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 050-2023 amending the Table of Authorized Personnel for Parks and Recreation (5-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 051-2023 amending the 161.38 salary schedule (5-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 052-2023 for a $25,250 supplemental appropriation to the Program Coordinator/Supervisor expense account (5-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 053-2023 for a $160,000 fund transfer to the Accrued Benefit Reserve Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved June 20 and June 27 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding committee meetings to review fifteen pieces of draft legislation, primarily proposed charter amendments that would be submitted to voters in the November 7, 2023 election. These amendments address council residency requirements, auditor qualifications, auditor succession, planning commission organization, and parks and recreation department changes. The council is in the third reading of these ordinances, with adoption scheduled for August 1, 2023.

• Ordinance 043-2023: Charter amendment to require ward council members to reside in their ward and at-large members to reside in the city for at least one year before election.
• Ordinance 044-2023: Charter amendment to require the City Auditor to hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and have 5 years of relevant experience or be a CPA.
• Ordinance 045-2023: Charter amendment to require the Auditor's successor to meet the same qualifications as in Section 41(a).
• Ordinance 046-2023: Charter amendment to reorganize the Planning Commission/Zoning Commission, including membership and meeting rules.
• Ordinance 047-2023: Charter amendment regarding the appointment and organization of the Parks and Recreation Department.

The Council Committees reviewed multiple draft ordinances to amend the City Charter, including changes to residency requirements, auditor qualifications, and Board of Control expenditure limits. Several supplemental appropriations for personnel and benefit reserves were moved forward. No final votes were taken as items were scheduled for future adoption dates.

• Moved Ordinance 050-2023 to amend Parks and Recreation personnel titles and staffing (1st reading)
• Moved Ordinance 051-2023 to update the salary schedule (1st reading)
• Moved Ordinance 052-2023 for a $25,250 supplemental appropriation for a Program Coordinator/Supervisor (1st reading)
• Moved Ordinance 053-2023 for a $160,000 fund transfer for accrued benefit reserves (1st reading)
• Moved Ordinance 054-2023 for a $22,000 supplemental appropriation for Records Clerk overtime (1st reading)
• Moved Ordinance 055-2023 for a $465,370 supplemental appropriation for the Hamilton/Broad incentive account (1st reading)
• Moved Ordinance 056-2023 to require food, water, and shelter for harbored animals (3rd reading)
• Moved Resolution 020-2023 to levy special assessments for property maintenance (3rd reading)

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 20, 2023, with presentations from the Columbus Metropolitan Library and the Franklin County Auditor's Office. The council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a franchise for Ohio Power Company, a supplemental appropriation for comp time buyback, and a contract for plan review services. A resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance is scheduled for second reading.

• Resolution 020-2023: levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations
• Ordinance 040-2023: applying for SWACO public event equipment grant for recycling and waste equipment
• Ordinance 041-2023: granting electric distribution franchise to Ohio Power Company
• Ordinance 042-2023: $10,000 supplemental appropriation for comp time buyback
• Resolution 024-2023: municipal income tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services at 4300 East Broad Street

City Council adopted two ordinances to secure waste equipment funding and allocate money for comp time buyback. The council also approved previous meeting minutes and heard presentations from the Columbus Metropolitan Library and the Franklin County Auditor's office.

• Approved Ordinance No. 040-2023 to apply for and accept a Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio grant for recycling and solid waste equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 042-2023 for a $10,000 supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Comp Time Buyback Account (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6 and June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Excused Chairperson Kantor from the meeting (Unanimous)

Parks Commission

The Whitehall Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve May minutes, review May budget and invoices, and get an update on the charter review process. The director will also share upcoming summer event dates, including a Juneteenth celebration and summer concerts.

• Approve minutes from May 2023
• Review budget, income, and invoices from May 2023
• Update on charter review and expected changes
• Upcoming events: Juneteenth Celebration/Tailgate (June 17), Summer Concerts (June 25, July 23), Magic Kingdom Park Party (July 19), Food Truck Fest (July 29), National Night Out (Aug 2)

The Commission approved the May 2023 meeting minutes. Director Sorrell reported that the Parks and Recreation department is now included in the city's top five strategic priorities to meet NRPA standards over the next ten years. The Commission discussed a proposal to change commission seat appointments to four mayor-appointed, two community-appointed, and one school board member.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on June 13, 2023, will review five pieces of draft legislation. The most substantial item is a resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance (mostly grass cutting) on numerous properties, with costs to be placed on the Franklin County tax duplicate. Other items include a grant for recycling equipment, a tax reimbursement agreement for a business, a contract for engineering services, and a franchise renewal for Ohio Power Company.

• Resolution 020-2023: Special assessments for grass cutting and bulk trash removal at over 80 properties, with fees ranging from $150 to $3,927.24.
• Ordinance 040-2023: Authorizes applying for SWACO grant for event recycling equipment, with city share of $2,188.
• Resolution 024-2023: Authorizes income tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services to locate at 4300 E. Broad Street.
• Resolution 023-2023: Authorizes contract with American Structurepoint Inc. for plan review and inspection services.
• Ordinance 041-2023: Grants Ohio Power Company a 5-year electric distribution franchise.

Council members discussed seven recommendations from the 2023 Charter Review Commission and determined the process for turning them into formal legislation. Several resolutions and ordinances were reviewed by committees for future adoption, including a tax reimbursement agreement and a utility franchise grant.

• Proposed turning seven Charter Review Commission recommendations into formal legislation
• Reviewed Resolution 020-2023 regarding special assessments for property maintenance
• Reviewed Ordinance 040-2023 to apply for a Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio grant for event recycling equipment
• Reviewed Resolution 024-2023 for a municipal income tax reimbursement agreement with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services
• Reviewed Resolution 023-2023 for a contract with American Structurepoint, Inc SafeBuilt for plan review and inspection services
• Reviewed Ordinance 041-2023 granting Ohio Power Company the right to operate electric energy lines in city public places

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on a fence height variance request for property at 679 Fairway Boulevard. The board will also approve minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Fence height variance (1125.06(b)) for 679 Fairway Boulevard, parcel 090-001797, requested by Scott G. Olenick and Nathan W. Bach

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a variance for a 6-foot privacy fence at 679 Fairway Boulevard. The board also approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Case BA-23-06 fence height variance for 679 Fairway Boulevard (5-0)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding a special two-day retreat to discuss the city's strategic plan. The meeting includes sessions at the Columbus Country Club and a dinner, with no formal legislative action scheduled.

• Strategic plan retreat on June 8-9, 2023
• Sessions at Columbus Country Club, 4831 E. Broad Street
• Dinner at King Gyros Greek Restaurant, 400 S. Hamilton Road

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding a special two-day strategic plan retreat on June 8 and 9, 2023. The retreat will take place at the Columbus Country Club, with a dinner on June 8 at King Gyros Greek Restaurant. The agenda includes no specific policy items, only the retreat sessions.

• Strategic plan retreat on June 8, 2:00–6:00 p.m. at Columbus Country Club
• Dinner on June 8 at 6:00 p.m. at King Gyros Greek Restaurant
• Strategic plan retreat on June 9, 12:00–6:00 p.m. at Columbus Country Club

City Council

Whitehall City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including supplemental appropriations, a fund transfer for street maintenance, special assessments for property maintenance, and a resolution declaring the necessity of appropriating real property. The agenda also includes routine reports from committees and officials, and no legislation is scheduled for second or third reading.

• Ordinance 037-2023: adoption of May 2023 replacement pages to codified ordinances
• Ordinance 038-2023: $3,209.76 supplemental appropriation for fire hydrants
• Ordinance 039-2023: $35,944.01 transfer to street maintenance and repair fund for signals/signs
• Resolution 020-2023: levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations
• Resolution 021-2023: declaring necessity of appropriating real property

City Council approved several financial appropriations for infrastructure and adopted updated codified ordinances. The council also recognized a local youth for bravery and approved the appropriation of real property.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 019-2023 recognizing Alwaleed Alanazi for identifying a home safety hazard (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 037-2023 for May 2023 replacement pages to codified ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved $3,209.76 supplemental appropriation for fire hydrants via Ordinance 038-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $35,944.01 fund transfer for street signals and signs via Ordinance 039-2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 021-2023 declaring the necessity of real property appropriation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 022-2023 approving 'then and now' certificates (unanimous)

Mayor's Court

This is the docket for Whitehall Mayor's Court on May 30, 2023, listing numerous pretrial hearings for traffic violations and misdemeanors. All cases are scheduled for pretrial; no dispositions or fines are listed. The agenda is procedural, with no legislative or policy items.

• OVI and open container charges for Lashon D Cokley
• Petty theft cases for Cabrero and Hardgrove
• Possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia charges for multiple defendants
• Driving under suspension and no operator's license charges
• Falsification charge for Carlee J Hall

Mayor's Court

This is the docket for Whitehall Mayor's Court on May 30, 2023, listing arraignments and hearings for traffic violations. Most cases are arraignments for offenses like speeding, no operator's license, and disobeying traffic control devices. Some hearings involve guilty pleas with fines and costs, such as a $200 fine for a public street parking violation and a $150 fine for no operator's license.

• Arraignment for Zahreese Adams on charge of public street parking (333.03A) from May 16, 2023
• Hearing for Maria Asare on charges including public street parking, speeding, and disobeying traffic control device, with $200 fine and $26 costs
• Arraignment for Habteeyesus Asnake on charges of no operator's license, temporary permit without license, and faulty left turn
• Hearing for Jalen Bradley on no operator's license, with $150 fine and $26 costs
• Arraignment for Tarhonbaye Brock on no operator's license and expired registration

Mayor's Court

The Whitehall Mayor's Court is holding arraignments and hearings on May 30, 2023, for numerous defendants facing charges such as petty theft, possession of marijuana, criminal damaging, and traffic violations. Most cases are arraignments, with a few hearings for defendants who previously pleaded not guilty. The agenda is a routine court docket with no legislative or policy items.

• Arraignment for Wubshet W. Amsalu on open container prohibition (M4) at 847 Country Club Rd.
• Arraignment for Curtis J. Crowley Jr. on possession of marijuana (MM) at 6400 Mount Badon.
• Hearing for Ricky A. Edgell on carrying concealed weapon (M1) with fine of $150.00 and costs totaling $255.00.
• Arraignment for Scott R. Johnson on voyeurism (M2) at 111 Schofield Dr.
• Arraignment for Trevon A. Yates on public indecency (M4) at 3376 Suffield.

Mayor's Court

This is the agenda for the Whitehall Mayor's Court on May 30, 2023, listing eight arraignments for various municipal code violations. All defendants are scheduled for arraignment at 8:45 AM. The cases involve offenses such as animals running at large, accumulation of junk/trash, failure to pay for curbside trash collection, parking on lawns, and grass and weed violations.

• Joellen Brown: animals fowl running at large (505.01A) at 4211 E Broad St
• Carlton A Churchill: accumulation of junk/trash (933.10) at 890 Center St
• Yelena Citlali: payment for curbside trash collection (933.14) at 3003 Princeville Dr
• Donald L Hatfield: parking on lawns prohibited (903.32A) at 4579 Norton Ln
• Michael D Lowry and Renita L Lowry: grass and weeds (302.4) at 4501 Norton Ln

Mayor's Court

This is a Mayor's Court docket for May 30, 2023, listing arraignments for two defendants on traffic-related charges. The cases involve operating without a license, handicap parking, and speeding. No decisions are made at arraignment; it is a procedural step where defendants enter pleas.

• Hugo Carias Hernandez: no operator's license (M1) and handicap parking (MM), at 673 James Rd, Columbus
• Franklin Quinteros: speeding 35 mph in business district (MM) and no operator's license (M1), at 1848 Coventry Ln, Columbus

Parks Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 2023 meeting. The session included a report on basketball court repairs at John Bishop Park and staffing challenges within the department.

• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on May 23, 2023, will review three draft ordinances. The first adopts the May 2023 replacement pages to the city's codified ordinances. The second approves a $3,209.76 supplemental appropriation for fire hydrant repairs, and the third authorizes a $35,944.01 transfer and appropriation for street maintenance and signals/signs. All are scheduled for first reading, with adoption planned for June 6, 2023.

• Adoption of May 2023 replacement pages to the codified ordinances (Ordinance 037-2023)
• Supplemental appropriation of $3,209.76 for fire hydrant expense account (Ordinance 038-2023)
• Fund transfer of $35,944.01 to Street Maintenance & Repair Fund and appropriation to Signals/Signs account (Ordinance 039-2023)
• All three ordinances declared emergency measures
• No pending legislation in other standing committees

Council held first readings for three ordinances regarding codified ordinances and fund appropriations. The meeting also included a discussion regarding an alleged violation of executive session confidentiality by a council member.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 037-2023 to adopt May 2023 replacement pages to codified ordinances
• First reading of Ordinance No. 038-2023 for a $3,209.76 supplemental appropriation for fire hydrants
• First reading of Ordinance No. 039-2023 for a $35,944.01 fund transfer and appropriation for signals/signs

Mayor's Court

The Whitehall Mayor's Court is holding a session on May 23, 2023, to handle a docket of traffic violations and misdemeanor offenses. Most cases are scheduled for pretrials, with a few pleas and dispositions noted. The agenda is a routine court list with no legislative or policy items.

• Pretrials for OVI (driving under influence) charges against multiple defendants
• Possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia cases
• Speeding, stop sign, and other traffic citations
• One guilty plea with fine of $100.00 plus costs
• Various license-related offenses (no operator's license, DUS)

Mayor's Court

The Whitehall Mayor's Court is holding arraignments and hearings for numerous misdemeanor cases, including traffic offenses, petty theft, drug possession, and disorderly conduct. Most defendants are scheduled for arraignment, with a few cases involving guilty pleas and fines. The agenda is a standard court docket with no legislative or policy items.

• Arraignment for Justin K. Bonnell on criminal trespass (M4)
• Arraignment for Indya C. Brown on petty theft (M1)
• Arraignment for James H. Campbell on possession of controlled substance (M1)
• Hearing for Juan R. Dickerson on disorderly conduct and criminal damaging (M2)
• Guilty plea for Brittney P. Colwell on DC/Intox and criminal mischief with fines totaling $250

Mayor's Court

This is a routine Mayor's Court docket for a single arraignment. The court is handling one case involving an animal-at-large citation; no legislative or policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Arraignment of Ana C Maldonado for animals/fowl running at large (505.01A), cited 05/03/2023 at 960 Elaine Rd, Whitehall, OH 43213

Mayor's Court

This is a single-case Mayor's Court docket for May 23, 2023, involving an arraignment for Julio Velazquez on a misdemeanor marijuana possession charge. The agenda lists only this one procedural matter, with no other business or decisions scheduled.

• Arraignment of Julio Velazquez on misdemeanor possession of marijuana (533.03C2), offense date 05/05/2023
• Case number 23MCR00500, ticket 23-12533-1, incident 23-12533-AR
• Address listed: 2408 Circle Ct, Columbus, OH 43224

Mayor's Court

The Whitehall Mayor's Court is holding arraignments and hearings for traffic offenses, including speeding, driving without a license, and expired registrations. Some cases involve guilty pleas with fines and costs, while others are set for arraignment.

• Speeding citations on Mahaffey Ct, Refugee Rd, Fountain Ln, Anthony Ct, E Mound St, Ellsworth Ave, Elbern Ave, Doney Ct, Seaman Rd, Brentnell Ave, Shannon Green Dr
• Driving without a license (M1) charges on Refugee Rd, Nocturne Rd, Parklawn Blvd, Pierce Ave, Bancroft St, Broadmoor Ave, Seaman Rd, Beechbank Rd, Brentnell Ave
• Expired registration charges on Parklawn Blvd, Santa Maria Ln, Broadmoor Ave, Seaman Rd, N Yearling Rd, Smoke Rd SW
• Fines and costs imposed, e.g., Brewer: $100 fine + $26 costs + $39 costs + $200 fees, balance $365; Burrell-Ransom: $150 fine + $26 costs + $39 costs, balance $215
• Hearings for cases from 2019 and 2021, including Hughes (2019) and Brewer (2021)

City Council

City Council approved several fund transfers, including a significant allocation for police facility upgrades. The council also authorized the mayor to accept a grant for body-worn cameras.

• Approved $8,080,000 transfer for Police Building Renovation/Addition Fund (Ordinance 034-2023)
• Approved $119,927.15 transfer to Debt Service Fund (Ordinance 035-2023)
• Approved $80,000 transfer to Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Fund (Ordinance 032-2023)
• Approved $45,675 transfer to Law Enforcement Trust Fund (Ordinance 036-2023)
• Approved $7,579.66 transfer to Law Enforcement Trust Fund (Ordinance 033-2023)
• Approved Resolution 018-2023 authorizing Mayor to accept body-worn cameras reimbursement grant
• Approved May 2, 2023 agenda and regular meeting minutes

Mayor's Court

The Whitehall Mayor's Court is holding a session on May 16, 2023, with arraignments, hearings, and pleas for various misdemeanor offenses including drug possession, petty theft, disorderly conduct, and traffic violations. Several cases involve defendants entering guilty pleas with fines and costs assessed, while others are scheduled for arraignment.

• Guilty plea: Brantley, Jamar L - possession of marijuana, fine $100.00 plus costs
• Guilty plea: Cales, Jeffrey D - failure to file income tax return, fine $100.00 plus costs
• Guilty plea: Jackson, Pashon D - abandoning animals, fine $100.00 plus costs
• Arraignment: multiple defendants for petty theft (M1) and possession of marijuana (MM)
• Hearing: Howard, Lee J - petty theft from 2018

Mayor's Court

This is a Mayor's Court docket for arraignments on two notices to cut weeds at 7786 Brandon Rd, New Albany, OH. The cases are scheduled for 08:45 AM and involve the property owner, Walter Sural.

• Two notices to cut weeds (Ord 517.21) for 7786 Brandon Rd
• Arraignment scheduled for both cases (23MCR00493, 23MCR00494)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold committee meetings on May 9, 2023, with one piece of draft legislation. The ordinance authorizes transferring $80,000 from the General Fund to the Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Fund to cover an unplanned purchase of a jetter for cleaning water/sewer pipes. The transfer is declared an emergency due to the fund's negative balance. All other committees report no pending legislation.

• Ordinance 032-2023: $80,000 transfer from General Fund 101 to Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Fund 313
• Emergency declaration for immediate effect
• Purchase of a jetter for pipe cleaning not in annual budget
• First reading scheduled for adoption on May 16, 2023

The Administration and Financial Management committee reviewed a draft ordinance to transfer $80,000 from the General Fund to the Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Fund. Other committees reported no pending legislation. The council entered executive session to discuss the purchase or sale of property.

• Reviewed Ordinance No. 032-2023 to transfer $80,000 to Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Fund (1st reading)
• Adjourned to executive session to consider property purchase or sale (All in affirmative)

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider two fence height variance requests at its May 8, 2023 meeting. The board will also administer the oath of office to a new member, approve the previous meeting's minutes, and address any other business.

• Case BA-23-04: Fence height variance for 832 Erickson Avenue (parcel 090-004064)
• Case BA-23-05: Fence height variance for 3848 Washburn Avenue (parcel 090-000556)
• Oath of office for new member Micole Spicer (term 2023-2027)
• Approval of April 10, 2023 minutes

The Board approved a fence height variance for 3848 Washburn Avenue, allowing a 6-foot fence where code requires 4 feet, due to the property's unique location next to a city dog park. A second fence variance case for 832 Erickson Avenue was withdrawn after the applicants determined their project was a repair, not a replacement, and will resubmit as a fence repair application.

• Approved Case BA-23-05, fence height variance for 3848 Washburn Avenue (4-0)
• Withdrew Case BA-23-04, fence height variance for 832 Erickson Avenue, after applicants determined project is a repair

City Council

City Council adopted several ordinances to allocate unappropriated funds for the farmers market, unemployment compensation, and other city expenses. The council also approved amendments to the codified ordinances and the salary schedule. Additionally, the council recognized Clerk of Council Julie Ogg.

• Adopted Ordinance 023-2023 amending codified ordinances (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 024-2023 amending 161.38 salary schedule (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 025-2023 for $27,200 supplemental appropriation (6-1)
• Approved $10,000 appropriation for Farmers Market expense account (7-0)
• Approved $14,550 appropriation for Schools & Seminars expense account (7-0)
• Approved $1,000 appropriation for Election expense account (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 appropriation for PD Audits and Fees expense account (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 appropriation for TIF Fees expense account (7-0)

City Council

Whitehall City Council will consider several emergency ordinances and resolutions. Key items include reclassifying the Deputy Director of Public Affairs as Assistant City Administrator with a new salary range, and approving $27,200 in supplemental appropriations for that position and an administrative assistant. The council will also approve multiple smaller appropriations for the Farmers Market, fire training, election costs, police audits, TIF fees, and unemployment compensation, plus a resolution approving previously made purchases totaling over $500,000.

• Ordinance 023-2023: Reclassifies Deputy Director of Public Affairs to Assistant City Administrator
• Ordinance 024-2023: Sets new salary range for Assistant City Administrator ($42.79-$57.70/hour)
• Ordinance 025-2023: $27,200 supplemental appropriation for Assistant City Administrator and Administrative Assistant salaries
• Ordinance 026-2023: $10,000 appropriation for Farmers Market at Kelley Green
• Resolution 016-2023: Approves 'then and now' certificates including $411,560.80 to Trucco Construction for Woodcliff Realignment

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold committee meetings on April 25, 2023, to discuss five pieces of draft legislation. These include ordinances to amend the authorized personnel table and salary schedule, a supplemental appropriation of $27,200 for salary accounts, a $10,000 appropriation for the Farmers Market, and a resolution approving "then and now" certificates for vendor payments. All items are scheduled for first reading and potential adoption on May 2, 2023.

• Ordinance 023-2023: Amends personnel table to reflect expanded duties for Deputy Director of Public Affairs
• Ordinance 024-2023: Sets 2023 salary range for Deputy Director of Public Affairs and Assistant City Administrator ($42.79–$57.70)
• Ordinance 025-2023: Appropriates $27,200 from General Fund for Assistant City Administrator ($14,700) and Administrative Assistant ($12,500)
• Ordinance 026-2023: Appropriates $10,000 from General Fund for Farmers Market expense account (101-700-58500)
• Resolution 016-2023: Approves eight "then and now" certificates totaling over $500,000, including $411,560.80 to Trucco Construction for Woodcliff Realignment

Council reviewed several ordinances to reorganize city administration, including the creation of an Assistant City Administrator position. Additional funding for the Farmers Market and general fund accounts was also proposed. All items were sent for first reading with adoption scheduled for May 2, 2023.

• Proposed $10,000 appropriation for Farmers Market expense account (Ordinance 026-2023)
• Proposed approval of 'Then and Now' certificates (Resolution 016-2023)
• Proposed eliminating Deputy Director of Public Affairs and adding Assistant City Administrator (Ordinance 023-2023)
• Proposed amending salary schedule for Assistant City Administrator (Ordinance 024-2023)
• Proposed $27,200 supplemental appropriation for administrative accounts (Ordinance 025-2023)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding personnel (Unanimous)

City Council

City Council approved several appropriations, including a $1.6 million transfer to the Debt Service Fund. The council also voted to reinstate the Home Reinvestment program and approved a specific pay step for a prospective dispatcher.

• Approved $65,000 appropriation for credit monitoring services (Ordinance 017-2023)
• Approved $61,228.60 supplemental appropriation from Energy Project Fund (Ordinance 021-2023)
• Approved $1,624,732.32 fund transfer from General Fund to Debt Service Fund (Ordinance 022-2023)
• Approved "Then and Now" certificates (Resolution 013-2023)
• Approved reinstatement of the Home Reinvestment program (Resolution 014-2023)
• Approved placing a prospective dispatcher applicant at Step B per labor agreement (Resolution 015-2023)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is considering several ordinances and resolutions, including a $1.6 million transfer to the debt service fund, a $65,000 appropriation for credit monitoring services, and a $61,228.60 supplemental appropriation for an energy project. They will also vote on approving 'then and now' certificates for various purchases, supporting the reinstatement of the Home Reinvestment Program, and authorizing a new police dispatcher at Step B pay.

• Transfer $1,624,732.32 from General Fund to Debt Service Fund
• Appropriate $65,000 for credit monitoring services
• Supplemental appropriation of $61,228.60 for Energy Project Fund
• Approve 'then and now' certificates totaling over $100,000 for vendors like Civica, Jerome M. Scott Architects, and Identity Theft Guard Solutions
• Support reinstating Home Reinvestment Program with $75,000 for exterior home improvement grants

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on April 11, 2023, will review three pieces of draft legislation. The most significant item is a resolution supporting the reinstatement of the Home Reinvestment Program, which would dedicate $75,000 from existing funds to provide exterior home improvement grants to homeowners. The council will also consider approving a list of 'then and now' certificates for past purchases and an ordinance amending the animal control code.

• Resolution 014-2023: Supports reinstating Home Reinvestment Program with $75,000 from Contingency Expense Account; grants up to $7,500 for exterior projects and $750 for chain link fence removal
• Resolution 013-2023: Approves 'then and now' certificates totaling over $100,000 for vendors including Civica North America ($6,990.33), Jerome M. Scott Architects ($26,150.00 for Police Expansion/Reno), and Identity Theft Guard Solutions ($19,912.50 each)
• Ordinance 017-2023: Appropriates $65,000 from General Fund 101 to Credit Monitoring Services Expense Account 101-900-51860
• Ordinance 020-2023: Amends Section 505.01 to align animal control code with O.R.C. 955.22, adding leash and confinement requirements for dogs

The Council Committees reviewed several pieces of legislation, including a fund appropriation and the reinstatement of a home program. One proposed ordinance regarding animal control was withdrawn following a discussion on its necessity.

• Advanced Ordinance No. 017-2023 to appropriate $65,000 from the General Fund to the credit monitoring services expense account
• Advanced Resolution No. 013-2023 to approve 'Then and Now' certificates
• Withdrew Ordinance No. 020-2023 regarding amendments to animals or fowl running at large
• Advanced Resolution No. 014-2023 supporting the reinstatement of the Home Reinvestment Program

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a fence height variance request for a property at 5000 Doral Avenue. The applicants, Michael E. and Tamara M. Reese, seek a variance from the city's fence height regulations. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case BA-23-03: Fence Height Variance (1125.06(b)) for 5000 Doral Avenue, parcel 090-003708

The Board approved a fence height variance for Michael and Tamara Reese after the plan was amended to move the fence to the back corner of the home. The approved plan requires a gate for public health and safety and must maintain a 3-foot clearance in front of the electrical box.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Case BA-23-03 fence height variance for 5000 Doral Avenue as amended (5-0)

City Council

Whitehall City Council is considering a resolution declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, in partnership with The Center for Healthy Families and Franklin County Children Services. The resolution also declares an emergency, making it effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Mayor.

• Resolution No. 012-2023 declaring April 'Child Abuse Prevention Month'
• Partnership with The Center for Healthy Families and Franklin County Children Services
• Declared an emergency measure for immediate effect

City Council

City Council adopted a resolution to transfer approximately 4.0 acres from the City of Columbus to Whitehall. The council also approved several ordinances related to law enforcement funding and fire department personnel titles.

• Adopted Ordinance 016-2023: $45,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training and needs (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 008-2023: Transfer of approx. 4.0+/- acres from Columbus to Whitehall (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 018-2023: Created Police Department Tax Levy Fund (280) and appropriated $291,380 to police debt expense and $16,000 to levy fee expense (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 019-2023: Changed Fire Division position name from Captain to Battalion Chief (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 012-2023: Declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Month (Unanimous)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

Whitehall City Council committee meetings on March 28, 2023, will discuss draft legislation including a third reading on a boundary adjustment with Columbus, and first readings on appropriations for credit monitoring services and creation of a Police Department Tax Levy Fund. Several standing committees have no pending legislation.

• Resolution 008-2023: consent to transfer ~4 acres from Columbus to Whitehall (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 017-2023: $65,000 appropriation for credit monitoring services (1st reading)
• Ordinance 018-2023: create Police Dept Tax Levy Fund, appropriate $291,380 for debt and $16,000 for fees (1st reading)
• Ordinance 016-2023: $45,000 expenditure from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training (3rd reading)

Council committees reviewed legislation to transfer approximately 4.0 acres from Columbus to Whitehall. They also processed appropriations for credit monitoring, police debt, and law enforcement training.

• Resolution 008-2023 to transfer approx. 4.0+/- acres from Columbus to Whitehall (Adopt 04/04/2023)
• Ordinance 017-2023 appropriating $65,000 for credit monitoring services (Adopt 04/04/2023)
• Ordinance 018-2023 creating Police Department Tax Levy Fund and appropriating $291,380 for police debt and $16,000 for levy fees (Adopt 04/04/2023)
• Ordinance 016-2023 authorizing $45,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training and needs (Adopt 04/04/2023)

City Council

City Council approved Ordinance No. 013-2023, which updates the city's planning and zoning code. The council also held second readings for a law enforcement fund expenditure and a boundary adjustment with the City of Columbus.

• Approved March 7, 2023 agenda and regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 013-2023 to update Planning and Zoning Code (Unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding committee meetings with several items in second or third reading. They will discuss a resolution to transfer about 4 acres from Columbus to Whitehall, an ordinance to spend $45,000 from the law enforcement trust fund, and updates to the planning and zoning code. No final votes are scheduled at this meeting.

• Resolution 008-2023: consent to transfer ~4 acres from Columbus to Whitehall
• Ordinance 016-2023: authorize $45,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training and needs
• Ordinance 013-2023: updates to Planning and Zoning Code, Chapters 1120-1130

Council committees held second readings for a boundary transfer of approximately 4.0 acres from Columbus and a $45,000 expenditure for law enforcement training. A third reading was held for updates to the planning and zoning code. No final votes were recorded as items were scheduled for adoption on future dates.

• Advanced Resolution 008-2023 to transfer approx. 4.0+/- acres from Columbus to Whitehall (Second Reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 016-2023 to spend $45,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training and needs (Second Reading)
• Held third reading for Ordinance 013-2023 to update Planning and Zoning Code (Public Hearing scheduled 03/21/2023)

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a driveway location variance and a conditional fence height variance. The board also approved the meeting minutes from January 9, 2023.

• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Case BA-23-01 driveway location variance at 1083 Pierce Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Case BA-23-02 fence height variance at 651 Westphal Avenue with conditions (4-0)

City Council

City Council approved several funding measures, including a $200,000 appropriation for an efficiency study, strategic planning, and the Center of Hope food pantry. The council also accepted land for a public park and granted a utility easement to AEP Ohio. Additionally, five members were appointed to the Charter Review Commission.

• Approved Ordinance 005-2023 to accept title to parcel 090-008416-00 for a public park
• Approved Ordinance 006-2023 granting an easement to AEP Ohio on parcel 090-003999-00
• Approved Ordinance 012-2023 for a $200,000 supplemental appropriation from the General Fund
• Approved Ordinance 014-2023 for a $35,000 appropriation to the payroll administrator account
• Approved Ordinance 015-2023 for a $5,070 fund transfer to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Approved Resolution 009-2023 to apply for Clean Ohio Conservation Program assistance
• Approved Resolution 010-2023 appointing five members to the Charter Review Commission
• Approved Resolution 011-2023 to approve 'Then and Now' certificates

Planning Commission

The Whitehall Planning Commission will consider seven sign variance requests for a property at 3790 East Broad Street, owned by TCCI Broad Street Inc., and a zoning compliance review for 4257 East Main Street. They will also review proposed updates to the Planning and Zoning Code (Chapters 1120-1130). The meeting includes approval of the February 2 minutes and public comment.

• WPC Case 856-862: Sign variances for 3790 East Broad Street (parcel 090-005608)
• WPC Case 863: Zoning compliance review for 4257 East Main Street (parcel 090-000310)
• WPC Case 864: Ordinance 013-2023, Planning and Zoning Code updates to Chapters 1120-1130
• Approval of February 2, 2023 minutes

The commission approved Ordinance 013-2023 to streamline the city's zoning code for residential, industrial, and military districts. It also approved a restaurant conversion at 4257 East Main Street and limited signage for Ross Dress for Less.

• Approved Ordinance 013-2023 zoning code updates (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 863 restaurant conversion at 4257 East Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 857 front wall sign for Ross Dress for Less (4-2)
• Approved Case 862 temporary signage for Ross Dress for Less (Unanimous)
• Denied Case 856 wall sign for Ross Dress for Less (Unanimous)
• Denied Case 858 west wall sign for Ross Dress for Less (Unanimous)
• Denied Case 859 underawning sign for Ross Dress for Less (Unanimous)
• Denied Case 860 underawning sign and Case 861 window sign for Ross Dress for Less (Unanimous)

City Council

Council committees reviewed several ordinances and resolutions for future adoption, including zoning code updates and a boundary adjustment to acquire 4.0+/- acres from Columbus. The body also processed funding requests for a payroll administrator and law enforcement training. No final votes for adoption were recorded during this committee meeting.

• Reviewed Ordinance 013-2023 to update Planning and Zoning Code (scheduled for 03/21/2023)
• Reviewed Resolution 008-2023 to transfer 4.0+/- acres from Columbus to Whitehall (scheduled for 04/04/2023)
• Reviewed Ordinance 005-2023 to accept title to parcel 090-008416-00 for a public park (scheduled for 03/07/2023)
• Reviewed Ordinance 014-2023 to appropriate $35,000 for a Payroll Administrator (scheduled for 03/07/2023)
• Reviewed Ordinance 015-2023 to transfer $5,070 to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund (scheduled for 03/07/2023)
• Reviewed Ordinance 016-2023 to spend $45,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for training (scheduled for 04/04/2023)
• Reviewed Ordinance 012-2023 for a $200,000 supplemental appropriation to contingency expenses (scheduled for 03/07/2023)
• Reviewed Resolution 009-2023 to apply for Clean Ohio Conservation Program assistance (scheduled for 03/07/2023)

City Council

Whitehall City Council meets February 21, 2023, with no legislation for third reading. Second reading covers accepting a parcel from the Community Improvement Corporation for a public park and granting an easement to AEP Ohio. First reading includes a $200,000 supplemental appropriation to the contingency account and updates to the Planning and Zoning Code chapters 1120-1130.

• Ordinance 005-2023: accept parcel 090-008416-00 from Whitehall Community Improvement Corporation for public park
• Ordinance 006-2023: grant easement to AEP Ohio on parcel 090-003999-00
• Ordinance 012-2023: $200,000 supplemental appropriation from General Fund to contingency expense account
• Ordinance 013-2023: updates to Planning and Zoning Code chapters 1120-1130
• Resolution 007-2023: approve 'then and now' certificates and declare emergency

Council approved the February 7, 2023 meeting minutes and adopted Resolution 007-2023. Several ordinances regarding land parcels, zoning updates, and a $200,000 supplemental appropriation were read for the first or second time but not voted upon.

• Approved February 7, 2023 agenda and regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 007-2023 to approve "Then and Now" certificates (Unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to discuss two pieces of draft legislation. They will consider a supplemental appropriation of $200,000 from the general fund to the contingency expense account, and a resolution to approve a list of 'then and now' certificates for payments to various vendors. The agenda also includes second readings for ordinances accepting a parcel for a public park and granting an easement to AEP Ohio.

• Supplemental appropriation of $200,000 to contingency expense account
• Approval of 'then and now' certificates totaling over $300,000 for various vendors
• Second reading: Ordinance accepting parcel 090-008416-00 for public park
• Second reading: Ordinance granting easement to AEP Ohio on parcel 090-003999-00

Council committees reviewed several ordinances and resolutions, including a request for $200,000 in general fund monies to cover contingency expenses and strategic projects. Other items advanced for future readings included a land parcel transfer for a public park and an easement for AEP Ohio.

• Advanced Ordinance 005-2023 to accept title to parcel 090-008416-00 for a public park (2nd reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 012-2023 for a $200,000 supplemental appropriation to the contingency expense account (2nd reading)
• Advanced Resolution 007-2023 to approve 'Then and Now' certificates (1st reading)
• Advanced Ordinance 006-2023 to grant an easement to AEP Ohio on parcel 090-003999-00 (2nd reading)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a parking variance request for the property located at 201 South Hamilton Road. The applicant, Asheber Belayneh, is seeking relief from specific city code requirements.

• WPC Case 855: Parking variance request for 201 South Hamilton Road

The Planning Commission approved a parking variance for Case 855 at 201 South Hamilton Road. The request allowed the business to operate with 19 parking spaces instead of the 24 required by city code.

• Approved parking variance for Case 855 at 201 South Hamilton Road (Unanimous)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on January 24, 2023, will discuss three draft pieces of legislation. They will consider accepting title to a parcel for Kelley Green public park, approving a list of 'then and now' certificates for payments over $3,000, and granting an easement to AEP Ohio for utility relocation. Most committees have no pending legislation.

• Ordinance 005-2023: Accept title to parcel 090-008416-00 from Whitehall Community Improvement Corporation for Kelley Green public park (1.5 acres)
• Resolution 006-2023: Approve 'then and now' certificates totaling over $440,000, including $204,415 to Jerome M. Scott Architects and $125,000 to FUSUS Inc. for police expansion/renovation services
• Ordinance 006-2023: Grant easement to AEP Ohio on parcel 090-003999-00 for overhead utility relocation
• Resolution 001-2023: Levy special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, certifying costs to Franklin County Auditor

The Council Committees meeting focused on reviewing draft legislation for a 1.5-acre park land transfer and a utility easement for AEP Ohio. No final votes were taken during this session, as items were moved toward future adoption dates.

• Moved Ordinance 005-2023 (accepting 1.5-acre park parcel 090-008416-00) to 3rd reading for adoption 03/07/2023
• Moved Resolution 001-2023 (special assessments for property maintenance) to 3rd reading for adoption 02/07/2023
• Moved Resolution 006-2023 (approval of 'then and now' certificates) to 1st reading for adoption 02/07/2023
• Moved Ordinance 006-2023 (granting AEP Ohio easement on parcel 090-003999-00) to 3rd reading for adoption 03/07/2023

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding a special meeting with a single item on the agenda: a first reading of Ordinance No. 007-2023, which would make a supplemental appropriation of $12,200 from unappropriated general fund monies to the personal leave buyback account. The ordinance is declared an emergency. No other business is listed.

• Supplemental appropriation of $12,200 from General Fund (101) to Personal Leave Buyback Account (101.900.51250)
• Ordinance declared an emergency

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 007-2023 to allocate funds for employees opting to sell back personal leave. The appropriation comes from unappropriated monies in the General Fund.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 007-2023 to appropriate $12,200.00 for personal leave buyback (7-0)

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations on the 2022 Employees of the Year and the Community Attitudes Survey. The main legislative business includes a second reading of a resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance, first readings of two ordinances establishing a tobacco retail licensing program and related penalties, a $1,212,000 supplemental appropriation for capital improvements, and resolutions recognizing four employees of the year with $350 bonuses each.

• Resolution 001-2023: levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, certifying costs to Franklin County Auditor
• Ordinance 002-2023: enacting Chapter 517.45 (distribution without license) and 517.46 (illegal distribution) of the Codified Ordinances
• Ordinance 003-2023: adopting Chapter 741 to establish a Tobacco Products Sales Licensing Program
• Ordinance 004-2023: supplemental appropriation of $1,212,000 from Capital Improvement/Project Fund (311) to Capital Improvement Expense Account
• Resolutions 002-005-2023: recognizing Lara Jones, Austin Hines, Mark Showalter, and Shawn Stauffer as 2022 Employees of the Year with $350 one-time payments

City Council approved a supplemental appropriation of $1,212,000 for the Woodcliff Redevelopment project. The council also adopted ordinances to establish a tobacco products sales licensing program and penalize unlicensed distribution. Additionally, four city employees were recognized as 2022 Employees of the Year.

• Approved $1,212,000 supplemental appropriation for Woodcliff infrastructure (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 002-2023 regarding illegal distribution of tobacco products (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 003-2023 establishing tobacco products sales licensing program (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution 002-2023 awarding $350 to Lara Jones (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 003-2023 awarding $350 to Austin Hines (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 004-2023 awarding $350 to Mark Showalter (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 005-2023 awarding $350 to Shawn Stauffer (7-0)
• Approved January 3, 9, and 10, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council committee meetings on January 10, 2023, include first readings of two ordinances to establish a tobacco retail licensing program and prohibit sales to those under 21, with enforcement by Franklin County Public Health. Also on the agenda is a second reading of a resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, and a resolution to recognize an employee with a $350 bonus.

• Resolution 001-2023: Levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, certifying costs to Franklin County Auditor.
• Resolution 002-2023: Recognizing Lara Jones as 2022 Administrative Employee of the Year with a $350.00 one-time payment.
• Ordinance 002-2023: Enacting Chapter 517.45 and 517.46 to prohibit tobacco sales without a license and illegal distribution to minors.
• Ordinance 003-2023: Adopting Chapter 741 to establish a Tobacco Product Sales Licensing Program, with licensing agent contract with Franklin County Public Health.

Council committees reviewed and moved several resolutions and ordinances forward for adoption. Key items included the establishment of a tobacco products sales licensing program and the recognition of five employees of the year.

• Advanced Resolution 001-2023 to levy special assessments for property maintenance (2nd reading)
• Advanced Resolution 002-2023 to award Lara Jones $350.00 as 2022 Administrative/Support Employee of the Year
• Advanced Ordinance 002-2023 regarding illegal distribution of tobacco products without a license
• Advanced Ordinance 003-2023 to establish the Tobacco Products Sales Licensing Program
• Advanced Resolution 003-2023 to award Austin Hines $350.00 as 2022 Labor/Service Employee of the Year
• Advanced Resolution 004-2023 to award Mark Showalter $350.00 as 2022 Police Officer Employee of the Year
• Advanced Resolution 005-2023 to award Shawn Stauffer $350.00 as 2022 Firefighter/Paramedic Employee of the Year

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding a special meeting with two main items: a first reading of an ordinance to set salaries for council members, the mayor, city attorney, auditor, and treasurer for the term starting January 1, 2024, and a motion to appoint someone to the Park and Recreation Commission for a three-year term. The salary ordinance is declared an emergency, meaning it could take effect immediately. The appointee's name is left blank in the agenda.

• First reading of Ordinance 001-2023 setting salaries for council, mayor, city attorney, auditor, and treasurer for the 2024 election term
• Ordinance declared an emergency
• Motion to appoint a member to the Park and Recreation Commission for a three-year term ending 12-31-2025

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 001-2023 to amend salaries for Council, the Mayor, City Attorney, Auditor, and Treasurer for the term beginning January 1, 2024. Council also appointed a member to the Park and Recreation Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 001-2023 amending salaries for Council, Mayor, City Attorney, Auditor, and Treasurer (5-2)
• Appointed Mike Adkins to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2025 (7-0)

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals is holding an organizational meeting to swear in members, elect officers, and adopt rules. The main business is a continued case for a lot split at 4350-4352 East Main Street.

• Case BA-22-15-Continued: lot split less than one acre at 4350-4352 East Main Street, parcel 090-003818, owned by Virginia M. Clark, Tr.
• Oath of office to new member Jim Graham (term 2023-2027)
• Election of chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary for 2023
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2022

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals conducted an organizational meeting. The record indicates the administration of the oath of office to Jim Graham and the acceptance of Lori Morton as clerk. No substantive decisions on zoning cases or elections were recorded.

• Administered oath of office to member Jim Graham
• Accepted Lori Morton as clerk for 2023
• Approved minutes from December 12, 2022

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee. The only action is to convene and immediately adjourn to executive session to interview candidates for a position on the Parks and Recreation Commission. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public session.

• Executive session under R.C. Section 121.22(G)(1) to interview commission candidates

The committee held a special meeting to interview candidates for a position on the Parks and Recreation Commission. The interviews were conducted in executive session.

• Excused absent member Chairperson Elmore (3-0)
• Entered executive session to interview Parks and Recreation Commission candidates (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Whitehall Planning Commission held its 2023 organizational meeting, swearing in members, electing officers, and adopting rules of procedure. The commission also took up two variance requests from Hidhab Property Group, LLC for a property at 4409 East Main Street, covering dumpster location and parking standards.

• Oath of office administered to new members R. Mike Brown and Jackie Plank (terms 2023–2026)
• Election of 2023 Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of Lori Morton as Secretary for 2023
• WPC Case 853: dumpster location variance (1123.11.02(c)) for 4409 East Main Street, parcel 090-004513
• WPC Case 854: parking variances (1123.11.02, 1126.19(e), 1126.21, 1126.25) for same property

The Planning Commission approved dumpster location and parking variances for Hidhab Property Group, LLC at 4409 East Main Street. The commission also elected its 2023 officers and adopted the 2023 Rules of Procedure.

• Elected Terry Anderson as Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Mike Brown as Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Lori Morton as Secretary (Unanimous)
• Approved Rules of Procedure 2023
• Approved minutes from December 5, 2022
• Approved Cases 853 and 854 for dumpster and parking variances at 4409 East Main Street (Unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is meeting to consider two pieces of legislation: an ordinance to update tax exemptions in the Hamilton Road Community Reinvestment Area, and a resolution to levy special assessments for property maintenance at several locations. The agenda also includes a special presentation on the MLK Scholarship Breakfast and routine reports from officials.

• Ordinance 092-2022: Amends Ordinance 52-2011 to update tax exemptions in the Hamilton Road Community Reinvestment Area (third reading).
• Resolution 001-2023: Levies special assessments for property maintenance at several locations, certifying costs to the Franklin County Auditor (first reading, declared emergency).
• Special presentation by Park & Recreation Director Shannon Sorrell and WCS Superintendent Sharee Wells on the MLK Scholarship Breakfast.

City Council adopted an ordinance to update tax exemptions within a specific community reinvestment area. The council also received reports on 2022 legal case volumes and preliminary income tax revenue figures.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 092-2022 to update tax exemptions in the Hamilton Road Community Reinvestment Area (All affirmative)
• Approved December 20, 2022 agenda and regular meeting minutes (All affirmative)
• Excused Councilpersons Bailey and Elmore (All affirmative)