Whitehall public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will consider a series of ordinances and resolutions, including large emergency appropriations for the 2026 budget. Items include a $44,959,351.31 general fund appropriation, a $35,611,843.54 special revenue appropriation, and the creation of a new Department of Neighborhoods. The council will also vote on a special permit for a drive‑through at 0 S. Hamilton Road and a grant to replace water lines on E Main Street.

• Ordinance No. 118-2025: Appropriation of $44,959,351.31 for general fund, street and state highway expenses (2026)
• Ordinance No. 119-2025: Appropriation of $35,611,843.54 for special revenue, internal service and fiduciary expense accounts (2026)
• Ordinance No. 120-2025: Special permit for drive‑through facilities at 0 S. Hamilton Road, parcel 090-008433
• Ordinance No. 127-2025: Creation of the Department of Neighborhoods (Chapter 168)
• Resolution No. 049-2025: Acceptance of an Ohio DE Development ARPA grant for water‑line replacement on E Main Street

The council approved Ordinance 118‑2025, appropriating $44,986,351.31 for general fund, street and state highway expenses for FY 2026, with a 5‑1 vote (Councilor Morrison voted No). It also adopted Ordinance 119‑2025, allocating $35,611,843.54 for special revenue and fiduciary expenses, unanimously. Additional actions included creating a Department of Neighborhoods (Ordinance 127‑2025, 5‑1), authorizing a school compensation agreement (Resolution 048‑2025, 5‑0), approving a drive‑through permit (Ordinance 120‑2025, 5‑1), and allocating funds for the Etna Rd TIF project (Ordinance 128‑2025, 5‑0).

• Ordinance 118‑2025 (FY 2026 budget appropriation $44,986,351.31) adopted, 5‑1 (Morrison No)
• Ordinance 119‑2025 (special revenue appropriation $35,611,843.54) adopted, unanimous
• Ordinance 120‑2025 (drive‑through permit at 0 S. Hamilton Rd) adopted, 5‑1 (Brown No)
• Ordinance 127‑2025 (create Department of Neighborhoods) adopted, 5‑1 (Morrison No)
• Ordinance 128‑2025 (Etna Rd TIF and Economic Development fund allocations) adopted, 5‑0 (Heck abstain)
• Resolution 048‑2025 (authorize Mayor to enter school compensation agreement) adopted, 5‑0 (Heck abstain)

City Council

Whitehall City Council approved an ordinance to appropriate $44,959,351.31 for the General Fund, Street Fund, and State Highway Fund for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The measure declares an emergency to ensure funds are available for city operations on January 1, 2026.

• Appropriates $44,959,351.31 for General, Street, and State Highway Funds
• Allocates $10,786,724.64 for Police Department operations
• Allocates $6,926,550.00 for Fire Department operations
• Allocates $1,564,853.44 for Park & Recreation
• Includes $300,000 for Food Truck and Fun Festival

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the removal of Council member Gerald Dixon. The discussion concerns allegations of gross misconduct.

• Consideration of the removal of Gerald Dixon from the Council for gross misconduct

The council voted on Resolution 051-2025 to remove Councilman Gerald Dixon for gross misconduct, but the motion failed with five votes in favor and one against. A separate motion to suspend the rules on the same resolution was carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to suspend the rules on Resolution 051-2025 carried
• Motion to approve Resolution 051-2025 to remove Councilman Dixon failed (5-1)

Records Commission

The Whitehall Records Commission will approve the minutes from its June 27, 2025 meeting. No new business or decisions are scheduled. The commission will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Approve minutes from June 27, 2025 meeting
• No new business presented
• Set date for next meeting (to be determined)

City Council

Whitehall City Council is reviewing several pieces of legislation, including a grant for infrastructure and 2026 budget appropriations. The body is also discussing a new ordinance to prevent the city from blocking Council communications.

• Resolution 049-2025: $1,300,500 grant from Ohio Department of Development for E Main Street water line replacement
• Ordinance 133-2025: Prohibits the city from impeding communications between Council and external entities
• Ordinance 118-2025: General Fund and street expense appropriations for 2026 totaling $44,959,351.31
• Ordinance 120-2025: Special permit for drive-through facilities at 0 S. Hamilton Road
• Ordinance 131-2025: Updates to the Building Department fee schedule

The council authorized the mayor to accept a $1,300,000 Ohio Development ARPA Construction Grant for water‑line replacement on East Main Street. It also decided to keep the 2026 budget unchanged and instructed the City Attorney to draft additional language with exceptions for Ordinance 133‑2025 before the next meeting. Several other items were introduced or adopted, including a $12,800 supplemental appropriation for the Comp Time Buyback Account and the creation of a Department of Neighborhoods.

• Authorized Mayor to accept $1,300,000 grant for East Main Street water line replacement (Resolution 049‑2025)
• Agreed City Attorney will draft additional language with exceptions for Ordinance 133‑2025 and provide it before the next meeting
• No changes made to the 2026 budget as presented (Ordinance 118‑2025 discussion)
• Introduced Ordinance 134‑2025 authorizing a $12,800 supplemental appropriation for the Comp Time Buyback Account
• Introduced Resolution 050‑2025 approving "then and now" certificates
• Introduced Ordinance 135‑2025 appropriating $605,310.48 from the OWDA improvement fund to the OWDA expense account
• Adopted Ordinance 119‑2025 authorizing appropriations for special revenue, internal service, and fiduciary expense accounts
• Adopted Ordinance 127‑2025 amending the Administrative Code to create the Department of Neighborhoods

BZBA

The Board will consider two administrative appeals and variances regarding food truck parking and lot setbacks. Additionally, the board will hear a request for a time extension on previously approved variances for a proposed apartment build.

• Case BA-25-11: Request for overnight food truck parking and reduced rear lot line distance
• Case BA-25-12: Variance request for parking lot placement and setbacks at 420 S Hamilton Rd
• Time extension request for approved variances for a future apartment build at 5186 E Main St

The board approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It denied Asucena Betancourt's administrative appeal and both variance requests, with four members voting No and one abstaining on each motion. It approved all four variances requested by Brian Woods for 420 South Hamilton Road, with every member voting Yes. It also approved a one‑year time extension for Weini Alemayoh’s variances at 5186 East Main Street, again unanimously.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous Yes)
• Denied Betancourt administrative appeal (Arends-No, Cannon-No, Watson-Abstain, Spicer-No, Tafese-No)
• Denied Betancourt variance requests (Arends-No, Cannon-No, Watson-Abstain, Spicer-No, Tafese-No)
• Approved four parking lot variances for 420 South Hamilton Road (Arends-Yes, Cannon-Yes, Watson-Yes, Spicer-Yes, Tafese-Yes)
• Approved one‑year time extension for 5186 East Main Street variances (Arends-Yes, Cannon-Yes, Watson-Yes, Spicer-Yes, Tafese-Yes)
• Motion to adjourn passed

Planning Commission

The Whitehall Planning Commission will review two pending applications. The commission will hear a request from Jacob Rehl to subdivide parcel 090‑000855 at 558 Collingwood Avenue. It will also consider a special‑use permit application from Wright‑Patt Credit Union for drive‑through lanes on parcel 090‑008433. Both items will be presented by staff and the applicants before a public and commission poll and vote.

• Subdivision request for parcel 090‑000855 (558 Collingwood Ave) by Jacob Rehl
• Special‑use permit (Ord. 120‑2025) for Wright‑Patt Credit Union to add drive‑through lanes on parcel 090‑008433
• Staff presentations by Lara Jones or Jackie Russell (Economic Development) for each case
• Applicant presentations by Jacob Rehl and by Kevin Geib with Shremshock Architects, Inc. for the credit union
• Public and commission polls followed by motion and vote on each application

City Council

City Council is reviewing several large appropriations for 2026 general and special revenue funds. The body is also considering a special permit for a drive-through facility and the creation of a Department of Neighborhoods.

• Appropriations for 2026 General and Street expenses of $44,959,351.31 (Ord. 118-2025)
• Appropriations for 2026 Special Revenue and Fiduciary accounts of $35,611,843.54 (Ord. 119-2025)
• Special permit for drive-through facilities at 0 S. Hamilton Road for Wright Patt Credit Union Inc. (Ord. 120-2025)
• Creation of the Department of Neighborhoods (Ord. 127-2025)
• Update to the Building Department fee schedule (Ord. 131-2025)

The Whitehall City Council unanimously adopted several ordinances, including the ADU ordinance (112‑2025) and a property‑acquisition ordinance (113‑2025). It approved a $375,000 appropriation from the Wimpite Fund (114‑2025) and a $44,986,351.31 budget appropriation for FY 2026 (118‑2025). A supplemental $244,259.79 highway fund appropriation (132‑2025) was also adopted, all by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 112‑2025 (ADU ordinance) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 113‑2025 (property acquisition from Columbus Housing Partnership) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 114‑2025 ( $375,000 appropriation from Wimpite Fund) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 118‑2025 ( $44,986,351.31 FY 2026 budget appropriation) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 132‑2025 ( $244,259.79 supplemental highway fund appropriation) – unanimous

City Council

The council will adopt Ordinance 118, appropriating $44,959,351.31 for the 2026 general fund to cover salaries, departmental expenses, and other city operations. It will also consider Ordinance 113 authorizing the mayor to execute conveyance documents to acquire the property at 0 Etna Road for $375,000, and Ordinance 114 appropriating $375,000 from the WIMPITE Fund to the Etna Rd. TIF expense account. Additionally, Ordinance 112 amends Planning and Zoning Code tables 1103.02 and 1103.03 to permit accessory dwelling units.

• Ordinance 118: $44,959,351.31 general fund appropriation for FY 2026 covering salaries and departmental expenses
• Ordinance 113: Mayor authorized to acquire 0 Etna Road property for $375,000
• Ordinance 114: $375,000 appropriated from unappropriated monies in the WIMPITE Fund to the Etna Rd. TIF expense account
• Ordinance 112: Amendments to Planning and Zoning Code tables 1103.02 and 1103.03 to allow accessory dwelling units
• All three ordinances (112, 113, 114) declared emergency measures

City Council

The Council is discussing draft legislation to update city employee salary ranges and the Table of Authorized Personnel for fiscal year 2026. The meeting also includes second and third readings of several appropriation ordinances and the creation of the Department of Neighborhoods.

• Ordinance 129-2025: Updates to 2026 salary schedules for various city positions
• Ordinance 130-2025: Amendments to the 2026 Table of Authorized Personnel
• Ordinance 118-2025: Appropriation of $44,959,351.31 for General Fund, Street, and State Highway Materials expenses
• Ordinance 127-2025: Enacting Chapter 168 to create the Department of Neighborhoods
• Ordinance 128-2025: Appropriations of $331,130.74 for Etna Rd TIF and $626,553.69 for Economic Dev Incentives

The council heard motions to approve Ordinance No. 129-2025 updating the 2026 salary schedule and Ordinance No. 130-2025 adjusting personnel positions. A budget appropriation of $44,959,351.31 for fiscal year 2026 was discussed under Ordinance No. 118-2025. Motions were also made to create a Department of Neighborhoods (Ordinance No. 127-2025), to adopt a school compensation agreement (Resolution No. 048-2025), and to appropriate funds for various projects (Ordinance No. 128-2025). Additional items included updates to building permit fees (Ordinance No. 131-2025) and ADU regulations (Ordinance No. 112-2025).

• Motion to approve Ordinance No. 129-2025 (salary schedule) made by Councilor Dixon, seconded by Councilor Harcar
• Motion to approve Ordinance No. 130-2025 (personnel changes) made by Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Harcar
• Ordinance No. 118-2025 (budget appropriation $44,959,351.31) discussed; no motion outcome recorded
• Motion to approve Ordinance No. 127-2025 (Department of Neighborhoods) made by Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Harcar
• Motion to approve Resolution No. 048-2025 (school compensation agreement) made by Councilor Dixon, seconded by Councilor Morrison
• Motion to approve Ordinance No. 128-2025 (appropriations $331,130.74 and $626,553.69) made by Councilor Elmore, seconded by Councilor Morrison
• Motion to approve Ordinance No. 131-2025 (building fee schedule) made by Councilor Smith, seconded by Councilor Dixon
• Ordinance No. 112-2025 (ADU regulations) introduced by Councilor Smith, seconded by Councilor Dixon

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will adopt Ordinance 127-2025 to establish a new Department of Neighborhoods. It will also vote on multiple emergency ordinances that amend zoning regulations, acquire property at 0 Etna Road, and appropriate over $44 million for the 2026 budget. Additional resolutions will authorize real‑estate transfers for city parcels. All items are presented as emergency measures.

• Ordinance 127-2025: creates the Department of Neighborhoods (emergency)
• Ordinance 112-2025: amends use regulations and zoning tables
• Ordinance 113-2025: authorizes mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road, emergency
• Ordinance 118-2025: appropriates $44,959,351.31 for FY 2026 (general fund, street, state highway), emergency
• Resolution 046-2025: authorizes mayor to transfer real estate at 494 South Yearling Rd and 559 S Elaine Rd, emergency

The council excused two absent members with a 4‑1 vote and approved the November 5 and 12 meeting minutes. It adopted six fund‑transfer ordinances (Nos. 121‑126) moving $744,544 from various funds to the Debt Service Fund and other accounts. Additional appropriations were approved, including $35,000 for State Highway expenses and $20,000 for COBRA benefits. All motions were passed without recorded opposition.

• Excused absent members (4‑1)
• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Adopted Ordinance No.121‑2025: transfer $77,648.85 to Debt Service Fund (motion passed)
• Adopted Ordinance No.122‑2025: transfer $141,620.00 to Debt Service Fund (motion passed)
• Adopted Ordinance No.123‑2025: transfer $13,651.75 to Debt Service Fund (motion passed)
• Adopted Ordinance No.124‑2025: transfer $456,623.32 to Debt Service Fund (motion passed)
• Adopted Ordinance No.125‑2025: supplemental appropriation $35,000 for State Highway (motion passed)

City Council

Whitehall City Council is set to approve a $47.03 million budget for the 2026 fiscal year and authorize the purchase of a property at 0 Etna Road for $375,000 to support commercial development.

• Amends zoning code to encourage residential unit creation
• Authorizes purchase of 0 Etna Road property for $375,000
• Appropriates $375,000 from WIMPITE Fund 279 to Etna Rd TIF Expense Account
• Approves $47,034,939.78 for General Fund, Street, and State Highway expenses
• Declares emergency measures for budget and property acquisition

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold a special meeting to hear a presentation of the draft 2026 budget by city administrators and department directors. No decisions are listed; the agenda is limited to the budget presentation.

• Presentation of the draft 2026 budget by city administrators and department directors

The Whitehall City Council held a special meeting to hear presentations of the draft 2026 budget from the mayor, auditor, and department directors. Each presenter outlined proposed expenditures, staffing, and initiatives for their area, including public safety, economic development, and public works. No votes, approvals, or formal actions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

Whitehall City Council will convene a special emergency meeting on November 12, 2025, to discuss pending or imminent court action. The session is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

• Emergency meeting called for attorney consultation
• Meeting to reconvene after executive session
• Council President Potter presiding

The council voted to enter an executive session for attorney discussions, with all members voting yes. A later motion to have the city join the federal lawsuit with the FOP over email censorship was defeated, receiving two yes votes and five no votes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved motion to adjourn into executive session (unanimous roll call)
• Defeated motion to join federal lawsuit with the FOP (2 Yes, 5 No)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing draft legislation to set the 2026 budget appropriations. This includes funding for the General Fund, Street expenses, and State Highway Materials.

• Ordinance 118-2025: Appropriation of $47,034,939.78 for the period of January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026
• Proposed $300,000 for Food Truck and Fun Festival
• Proposed $200,000 for Shuttle Program
• Proposed $3,000,000 for Police & Fireman Pension
• Proposed $2,000,000 for IT Refunds in the Tax department

The committee reviewed six draft ordinances and resolutions but no votes were taken on them. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn to executive session for confidential economic‑development discussions, which all members approved. The meeting then reconvened and adjourned later that evening.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session adopted (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council meeting will consider several ordinances, including an amendment to use‑regulation tables in the zoning code (Ordinance 112) and a proposal authorizing the mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road and declare an emergency (Ordinance 113). The agenda also includes an appropriation of $375,000 from unappropriated monies to the Etna Rd TIF expense account (Ordinance 114) and two fund‑transfer ordinances moving $829,443.75 and $462,212.50 to the Debt Service Fund. No items are scheduled for second or third reading.

• Ordinance 112 – amendment to use‑regulation tables 1103.02, 1103.03, and 1108.01 in the Planning and Zoning Code
• Ordinance 113 – authorizes the mayor to execute conveyance documents to acquire property at 0 Etna Road and declares an emergency
• Ordinance 114 – appropriates $375,000 from unappropriated monies in the WIMPITE Fund 279 to the Etna Rd TIF expense account 279.000.50008
• Ordinance 116 – transfers $829,443.75 from unappropriated monies in the General Fund (101) to the Debt Service Fund (401)
• Ordinance 117 – transfers $462,212.50 from the Police Department Tax Levy Fund (280) to the Debt Service Fund (401)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council meeting will consider five ordinances. Ordinance No. 112-2025 would amend use regulations and tables in the Planning and Zoning Code. Ordinance No. 113-2025 authorizes the mayor to execute conveyance documents to acquire property at 0 Etna Road from Columbus Housing Partnership and declares an emergency. Ordinances No. 114-2025, 116-2025, and 117-2025 approve emergency appropriations and fund transfers totaling $375,000, $829,443.75, and $462,212.50 respectively.

• Ordinance No. 112-2025 – amendment to use regulations and tables in the zoning code.
• Ordinance No. 113-2025 – authorizes mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road from Columbus Housing Partnership, emergency declaration.
• Ordinance No. 114-2025 – emergency appropriation of $375,000 from the Unappropriated Wimpite Fund to the Etna Rd TIF Expense Account.
• Ordinance No. 116-2025 – fund transfer of $829,443.75 from the General Fund to the Debt Service Fund.
• Ordinance No. 117-2025 – fund transfer of $462,212.50 from the Police Department Tax Levy Fund to the Debt Service Fund.

The Whitehall City Council adopted Ordinance 116‑2025, moving $829,443.75 from the general fund to the debt service fund, and Ordinance 117‑2025, moving $462,212.50 from the Police Department Tax Levy Fund to the debt service fund. The council also approved the meeting minutes with a correction to the September 23, 2025 entry, and entered an executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(3). All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 116‑2025 fund transfer of $829,443.75 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 117‑2025 fund transfer of $462,212.50 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes with amendment to September 23, 2025 entry (unanimous)
• Entered executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(3) (unanimous)
• Excused absent Councilmember Brown (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will adopt Ordinance 116 to move $829,443.75 from the General Fund to the Debt Service Fund, and Ordinance 117 to move $462,212.50 from the Police Department Tax Levy Fund to the Debt Service Fund. The council will also consider Ordinance 112, amending zoning code tables and referring it to the Planning Commission with a public hearing scheduled for November 18, 2025. Ordinance 113 authorizes the mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road as an emergency measure, and Ordinance 114 appropriates $375,000 from the Wimpite Fund to the Etna Rd TIF expense account, also as an emergency.

• Ordinance 116: Transfer $829,443.75 from General Fund (101) to Debt Service Fund (401)
• Ordinance 117: Transfer $462,212.50 from Police Dept Tax Levy Fund (280) to Debt Service Fund (401)
• Ordinance 112: Amend zoning code tables 1103.02, 1103.03, 1108.01; referred to Planning Commission; public hearing Nov 18, 2025
• Ordinance 113: Authorize mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road, Whitehall, Ohio, declaring emergency
• Ordinance 114: Appropriation of $375,000 from Wimpite Fund 279 to Etna Rd TIF expense account 279.000.50008, emergency

The council reviewed draft ordinances for fund transfers, accessory dwelling units, and a property acquisition, but each was scheduled for future reading or adoption and no votes were recorded. The mayor announced that email restrictions to FOP9.org have been lifted, but no council action followed. All committees reported updates or concerns without adopting any measures.

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will consider three items. Ordinance 111-2025 proposes a $50,000 supplemental appropriation to the Insurance and Bonds Expense Account. Ordinance 115-2025 proposes a $517,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Street Maintenance and Repair Fund and a matching supplemental appropriation to the Building and Lot Maintenance Expense Account. Resolution 044-2025 seeks approval of “Then and Now” certificates.

• Ordinance 111-2025 – $50,000 supplemental appropriation to Insurance and Bonds Expense Account
• Ordinance 115-2025 – $517,000 transfer from General Fund to Street Maintenance and Repair Fund and supplemental appropriation to Building and Lot Maintenance Expense Account
• Resolution 044-2025 – approval of “Then and Now” certificates

The Whitehall City Council adopted Ordinance 111-2025, creating a $50,000 supplemental appropriation for the Insurance and Bonds Expense Account. It also adopted Ordinance 115-2025, transferring $517,000 to the Street Maintenance and Repair Fund and authorizing a refund of about $191,000 to Franklin County. Resolution 044-2025 approving “Then and Now” certificates was adopted as well. All actions passed with unanimous Yes votes from the six present members.

• Adopted Ordinance 111-2025 – $50,000 supplemental appropriation to Insurance and Bonds Expense Account (unanimous Yes vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 115-2025 – $517,000 transfer to Street Maintenance and Repair Fund and refund of approx. $191,000 to Franklin County (unanimous Yes vote)
• Adopted Resolution 044-2025 – approval of “Then and Now” certificates (unanimous Yes vote)

City Council

City Council is reviewing two supplemental appropriations and a series of payment certificates. The items include funding for increased cyber liability insurance and correcting the allocation of street maintenance funds.

• Ordinance 115-2025: Transfer of $517,000 from General Fund to Street Maintenance and Repair Fund
• Ordinance 111-2025: Supplemental appropriation of $50,000 for cyber liability insurance premiums
• Resolution 044-2025: Approval of 'then and now' certificates for various vendors
• Payment of $101,704.01 to Franklin County Board of Health
• Payment of $100,832.17 to Motorola Solutions for a lease

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will consider five ordinances, including a $50,000 supplemental appropriation for insurance and bonds, amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code, an emergency authorization for the mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road from Columbus Housing Partnership Inc., a $375,000 emergency appropriation for the Etna Rd TIF expense account, and a $517,000 transfer and supplemental appropriation for street and building maintenance. No items are scheduled for second or third reading. The council will vote on each ordinance during the October 21, 2025 meeting.

• Ordinance 111-2025: $50,000 supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Insurance and Bonds Expense Account.
• Ordinance 112-2025: Amendment to use regulations and tables in the Planning and Zoning Code.
• Ordinance 113-2025: Emergency authorization for the mayor to acquire property at 0 Etna Road from Columbus Housing Partnership Inc.
• Ordinance 114-2025: $375,000 emergency appropriation from the Wimpite Fund to the Etna Rd TIF Expense Account.
• Ordinance 115-2025: $517,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Street Maintenance and Repair Fund and a matching $517,000 supplemental appropriation to the Building and Lot Maintenance Expense Account.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances involving land acquisition, zoning updates for accessory dwelling units, and various fund appropriations. These actions include purchasing property for commercial development and adjusting budgets for insurance and street maintenance.

• Purchase of property at 0 Etna Road from Columbus Housing Partnership Inc. for $375,000
• Zoning code amendments to allow Accessory Dwelling Units in STUR and MUR districts
• Supplemental appropriation of $50,000 for increased cyber liability insurance premiums
• Transfer and appropriation of $517,000 for the Street Maintenance and Repair Fund
• Appropriation of $375,000 from WIMPITE Fund 279 to the Etna Rd TIF Expense Account

City Council

Whitehall City Council will consider four pieces of draft legislation, including a $50,000 supplemental appropriation for cyber liability insurance and an emergency ordinance to authorize the purchase of a property at 0 Etna Road for $375,000.

• Ordinance 111-2025: Supplemental appropriation of $50,000 for cyber liability insurance
• Ordinance 112-2025: Amending zoning code to allow accessory dwelling units
• Ordinance 113-2025: Authorizing purchase of 0 Etna Road property for $375,000
• Ordinance 114-2025: Appropriating $375,000 from WIMPITE Fund to Etna Rd TIF account

The Administration and Financial Management committee gave a first reading to Ordinance 111‑2025, suspending it and scheduling adoption on Oct. 21, 2025. The Community Standards and Enforcement committee referred Ordinance 112‑2025 to the Planning Commission for a Nov. 6, 2025 meeting. The Economic Development committee completed third‑reading approvals of Ordinance 113‑2025 (property conveyance at Etna Road) and Ordinance 114‑2025 (a $375,000 appropriation for the Etna Rd TIF account), both set for adoption on Nov. 18, 2025.

• Ordinance 111‑2025 first reading, suspended, set for adoption on Oct 21 2025
• Ordinance 112‑2025 referred to Planning Commission for Nov 6 2025 meeting
• Ordinance 113‑2025 third reading approved, adoption scheduled for Nov 18 2025
• Ordinance 114‑2025 third reading approved, adoption scheduled for Nov 18 2025

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will consider a series of ordinances and resolutions, including a traffic code amendment and multiple fund transfers. Several supplemental appropriations are on the agenda, ranging from $27,000 for fire hydrants to $1,250,000 for the self‑funded insurance trust fund. The council will also vote on grant authorizations and tax‑incentive recommendations. No third‑reading legislation is scheduled.

• Ordinance 101-2025 – adds stop signs and all‑ways stop intersections to the traffic code
• Ordinance 103-2025 – approves $27,000 supplemental appropriation for fire hydrants
• Ordinance 106-2025 – approves $1,250,000 supplemental appropriation for the self‑funded insurance trust fund
• Resolution 040-2025 – approves recommendations of the Tax Incentive Review Council for tax year 2024
• Resolution 041-2025 – authorizes the mayor to accept a FEMA grant for firefighters

The council unanimously adopted a series of ordinances, including a $1.25 million supplemental appropriation from the self‑funded insurance trust, a $27,000 fire‑hydrant appropriation, and a stop‑sign traffic ordinance. Each ordinance’s rules were first suspended and then adopted by roll‑call vote with all members affirming. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance 101-2025 (stop‑sign traffic changes) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 103-2025 ($27,000 fire‑hydrant appropriation) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 104-2025 ($40,302 law‑enforcement fund transfer) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 105-2025 ($28,000 wellness appropriation) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 106-2025 ($1,250,000 insurance fund appropriation) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 107-2025 ($10,000 accrued‑benefit reserve transfer) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 108-2025 ($18.04 state sales tax fund transfer) – unanimous roll‑call
• Adopted Ordinance 110-2025 ($500,000 budget‑stabilization fund transfer) – unanimous roll‑call

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will adopt a series of ordinances authorizing supplemental appropriations and fund transfers for various city services. Items include new stop signs on Fairway Blvd, emergency funding for fire hydrants, law‑enforcement, employee wellness, and a large insurance fund appropriation. The council also moves $500,000 to the Budget Stabilization Fund and allocates $62,665.45 for a fire‑department grant. All measures take effect immediately upon mayoral approval.

• Supplemental appropriation of $1,250,000 from the Self‑Funded Insurance Trust Fund to cover employee health insurance claims
• Fund transfer of $500,000 from the General Fund to the Budget Stabilization Fund
• Appropriation of $62,665.45 from the Fire Department Grant Fund for hoses and nozzles
• Fund transfer and supplemental appropriation of $40,302 from the Evidence Setaside Fund to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Addition of stop signs at Fairway Blvd North and South Country Club Road

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will vote on Ordinance 102‑2025, which updates the Table of Authorized Personnel for fiscal year 2025 and declares the change an emergency measure. The amendment revises job titles, pay grades, and authorized headcounts for multiple departments, including the Mayor’s Office, Development, Neighborhoods, City Attorney, Auditor, Service, Public Safety, Fire, Police, Parks & Recreation, Council, Civil Service Commission, and Human Resources. If adopted, the ordinance takes effect immediately upon the mayor’s approval.

• Addition of Director of Neighborhoods (unclassified, exempt) to the authorized personnel list
• Creation of Events and Advancement Coordinator position in the Department of Neighborhoods
• Updates to police and fire division staffing, including new Communications Operator and Firefighter counts
• Revision of administrative assistant positions with conditional full‑time/part‑time authorizations
• Emergency declaration allowing the changes to become effective immediately

City Council

The City Council will verify that each member received copies of the agenda items. The council will hold the first reading of Ordinance No. 102‑2025, which amends the city’s Table of Authorized Personnel for Fiscal Year 2025 and declares an emergency.

• Verification that council members received copies of agenda legislation
• First reading of Ordinance No. 102‑2025 to amend the Table of Authorized Personnel for FY 2025 and declare an emergency

The council first suspended the rules governing Ordinance No. 102-2025 by a 5-2 roll‑call vote. After discussion, the council then adopted Ordinance No. 102-2025, also by a 5-2 roll‑call vote. The ordinance amends the codified personnel table for fiscal year 2025 and declares an emergency. No changes were noted compared to Ordinance 088-2025.

• Suspended rules on Ordinance No. 102-2025 (5-2 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 102-2025 amending personnel table and declaring emergency (5-2 vote)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will consider approving 'then and now' certificates for expenditures over $3,000, amending traffic rules to add stop signs at specific intersections, and accepting recommendations to continue tax incentive agreements for various local projects.

• Resolution 039-2025: Approves 'then and now' certificates for expenditures over $3,000
• Ordinance 101-2025: Adds stop signs at Fairway Blvd and Country Club Road intersections
• Resolution 040-2025: Accepts recommendations to continue tax incentive agreements for 13 projects
• Ordinance 101-2025: Adds stop signs on Maplewood, Collingwood, and Robinwood Avenues
• Ordinance 101-2025: Creates all-way stop intersections at specified locations

Council committees met on September 23, 2025 and discussed several draft items. The Administration & Financial Management committee took the first reading of Resolution 039‑2025 to approve “Then and Now” certificates. The Community Standards & Enforcement committee took the first reading of Ordinance 101‑2025 to add stop signs at multiple intersections. The Economic Development committee took the first reading of Resolution 040‑2025 to continue all tax abatements, but no item was approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will vote on Ordinance No. 101-2025 to add stop signs at Fairway Blvd North and South at Country Club Road. The council will also consider Resolution No. 039-2025 to approve “then and now” certificates exceeding $3,000. Finally, Resolution No. 040-2025 will adopt the Tax Incentive Review Council’s recommendations to continue several CRA and TIF exemptions for local projects.

• Ordinance 101-2025: add stop signs at Fairway Blvd North and South Country Club Road
• Resolution 039-2025: approve “then and now” certificates over $3,000
• Resolution 040-2025: accept TIRC recommendations for CRA/TIF exemptions for multiple projects (e.g., Whitehall Assisted Living LLC, Heartland Bank, Airport South 2, Cerelia Bakery, Norton Crossing, etc.)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will adopt several ordinances, including a waste‑service contract and multiple supplemental appropriations. The most significant action is a $100,832.17 appropriation from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund to fund police expenses. Additional items address utilities, debt service, and personnel emergency provisions.

• Ordinance 079-2025: Authorizes mayor to contract with Local Waste Services, Ltd. for residential solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste collection
• Ordinance 088-2025: Amends the authorized personnel table for FY 2025 and declares an emergency
• Ordinance 091-2025: Approves $31,990.00 supplemental appropriation to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund expense account
• Ordinance 092-2025: Approves $150,000.00 supplemental appropriation to the Utilities expense account
• Ordinance 100-2025: Approves $100,832.17 supplemental appropriation to various Law Enforcement Trust Fund expense accounts

The council adopted Ordinance 079‑2025, authorizing a contract with Local Waste Services for residential solid waste, recycling, and yard waste collection. Ordinance 088‑2025, which would amend the personnel table and declare an emergency, was defeated. The council also adopted six supplemental appropriations and fund transfers (Ordinances 091‑2025 through 096‑2025) to fund law‑enforcement, utilities, debt service, and the energy project.

• Adopted Ordinance 079‑2025 (waste services contract) – unanimous approval
• Defeated Ordinance 088‑2025 (personnel table amendment) – 3 Yes, 2 No
• Adopted Ordinance 091‑2025 – supplemental $31,990 to Law Enforcement Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 092‑2025 – supplemental $150,000 to Utilities Expense Account (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 093‑2025 – fund transfer $33,082.05 to Debt Service Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 094‑2025 – fund transfer $67,927.63 to Debt Service Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 095‑2025 – supplemental $61,228.60 to Energy Project Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 096‑2025 – fund transfer $57,920.89 to Debt Service Fund (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will review nine draft ordinances at its September 9 meeting. Items include a third‑reading waste‑service agreement, an emergency personnel list amendment, and several supplemental appropriations and fund transfers. The council will vote on funding for a police cruiser, utilities, debt service, energy projects, and other city expenses. All measures require council approval and mayoral sign‑off to take effect.

• Ordinance No.091‑2025: $31,990 supplemental appropriation to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund for a police cruiser
• Ordinance No.092‑2025: $150,000 supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Utilities expense account
• Ordinance No.093‑2025: $33,082.05 fund transfer from the General Fund to the Debt Service Fund for North Hamilton Road loan repayment
• Ordinance No.095‑2025: $61,228.60 supplemental appropriation in the Energy Project Fund for improvements at 4500 East Broad Street
• Ordinance No.079‑2025 (third reading): authorizes the mayor to execute a waste‑collection agreement with Local Waste Services, Ltd.

The council adopted Ordinance 079‑2025, authorizing the mayor to execute a waste‑service agreement with Local Waste Services, Ltd. The meeting also saw first‑reading approvals of Ordinance 088‑2025 and several supplemental appropriations and fund transfers covering law enforcement, utilities, debt service, and energy projects. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Ordinance 079‑2025 authorizing mayor to execute waste‑service agreement
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 088‑2025 amending authorized personnel table and declaring emergency
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 091‑2025 supplemental appropriation $31,990 to Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 092‑2025 supplemental appropriation $150,000 to Utilities expense account
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 093‑2025 fund transfer $33,082.05 to Debt Service Fund
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 094‑2025 fund transfer $67,927.63 to Debt Service Fund for energy updates
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 095‑2025 supplemental appropriation $61,228.60 to Energy Project Fund expense account
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 096‑2025 fund transfer $57,920.89 to Debt Service Fund

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will review two variance requests at this meeting. One involves a proposed group home for adult men with mental health conditions, while the other seeks to widen a driveway beyond the allowed limit.

• Variance for group home at 541 Westphal Ave in STUR district
• Variance for 25+ foot driveway at 4685 Harbinger Cir W

City Council

City Council will hold a public hearing and a third reading for an ordinance regarding flood damage reduction. The body is also reviewing contracts for residential waste services and community planning, as well as personnel and tax levy matters.

• Ordinance 073-2025: Amending Section 1136 (Flood Damage Reduction) of the Planning and Zoning Code
• Ordinance 079-2025: Agreement with Local Waste Services, Ltd. for residential solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste
• Ordinance 089-2025: Contract with OHM Advisors for a community comprehensive plan and parks and recreation plan
• Resolution 037-2025: Application for Ohio Department of Natural Resources Urban Forestry Grant Program assistance
• Resolution 038-2025: Authorization of tax levies based on Budget Commission rates

The council adopted Ordinance 073‑2025 amending the flood‑damage reduction section of the zoning code. Several other ordinances (086‑2025, 087‑2025, 089‑2025, 090‑2025) and resolutions (036‑2025, 037‑2025, 038‑2025) were also adopted, with roll‑call votes recorded for each.

• Ordinance 073‑2025 (flood‑damage reduction amendment) adopted unanimously
• Ordinance 086‑2025 (contract with Public Entities Pool of Ohio) rules suspended and adopted unanimously
• Ordinance 087‑2025 (vacation and sick‑leave credit exemption) rules suspended and adopted unanimously
• Ordinance 089‑2025 (contract with OHM Advisors for community plan) adopted without emergency clause (Morrison No; Heck, Smith, Harcar, Elmore Yes; Dixon No)
• Ordinance 090‑2025 (tobacco retail license appeal) rules suspended and adopted unanimously
• Resolution 036‑2025 (approve “then and now” certificates) adopted unanimously
• Resolution 037‑2025 (apply for Ohio Urban Forestry grant) adopted (Morrison No; all others Yes)
• Resolution 038‑2025 (accept budget‑commission tax levy amounts) adopted unanimously

Planning Commission

The Whitehall Planning Commission will review a proposed amendment to the city’s flood damage reduction rules in Section 1136 of the Planning and Zoning Code. Staff and the applicant will present before the commission opens the floor to public and commission polling and a vote.

• Case 897, Ordinance 073-2025: amendment to Section 1136 (Flood Damage Reduction) of Whitehall’s Planning and Zoning Code

City Council

City Council is reviewing six pieces of draft legislation. Key items include a liability insurance contract and a professional services agreement for city and parks planning.

• Contract with Public Entities Pool of Ohio (PEP) for liability coverage not to exceed $300,000.00
• Contract with OHM Advisors for a Community Comprehensive Plan and Parks and Recreation Plan not to exceed $152,000.00
• Proposed amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025 Table of Authorized Personnel to update job titles and positions
• One-time exemption for vacation and sick leave credit carryover for two new Deputy Chiefs of Police

The council approved Ordinance No. 079-2025, authorizing the mayor to execute an agreement with Local Waste Services, Ltd. for collection, transportation, and disposal of residential solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste. Several other ordinances and resolutions were also read and suspended for adoption on future dates, including contracts for insurance, police leave credits, personnel table amendments, and a community planning contract. The council adopted a flood‑damage‑reduction amendment and approved a grant application for urban forestry.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 079-2025 (solid waste services contract) – third reading
• Suspended & adopted Ordinance No. 086-2025 (insurance contract with PEP) – first reading
• Suspended & adopted Ordinance No. 087-2025 (vacation/sick‑leave exemptions for two deputy chiefs) – first reading
• Suspended & adopted Ordinance No. 088-2025 (personnel table amendment) – first reading
• Suspended & adopted Ordinance No. 089-2025 (contract with OHM Advisors for community plans) – first reading
• Suspended & adopted Resolution No. 036-2025 (approval of “Then and Now” certificates) – first reading
• Adopted Ordinance No. 073-2025 (flood‑damage‑reduction amendment) – third reading
• Adopted Resolution No. 037-2025 (apply for Ohio DNR Urban Forestry grant) – first reading

City Council

City Council is considering an ordinance to establish unlawful discriminatory practices within the city. The body is also reviewing several fund transfers and a new agreement for residential waste and recycling services.

• Ordinance 061-2025: Establishing unlawful discriminatory practices in the city
• Ordinance 079-2025: Agreement with Local Waste Services, Ltd. for residential waste and recycling
• Ordinance 082-2025: Supplemental appropriation of $450,000 for the Self-Funded Insurance Trust Fund
• Ordinance 080-2025: Fund transfer of $95,000 to the Accrued Benefit Reserve Fund
• Resolution 035-2025: Application for Ohio Public Works Commission state capital or transportation programs

City Council

Whitehall City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. The body will adopt Ordinance 061-2025 establishing unlawful discriminatory practices, hear a special presentation from Equality Ohio, and approve multiple fund transfers totaling $592,700 across various city accounts.

• Adopt Ordinance 061-2025 establishing unlawful discriminatory practices in Whitehall
• Approve $95,000 fund transfer from General Fund to Accrued Benefit Reserve Fund
• Approve $23,000 fund transfer from Lifecycle Replacement Fund to Technology Fund
• Approve $450,000 supplemental appropriation from Self-Funded Insurance Trust Fund
• Authorize mayor to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission capital improvement grants

The council excused absent President Potter and approved the July meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted Ordinance 061-2025, establishing unlawful discriminatory practices and declaring an emergency, also unanimously. The council approved eight additional ordinances (080‑084) for fund transfers and supplemental appropriations, each after suspending the rules and passing on a roll‑call vote.

• Excused absent President Potter (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved July 15, 22 and special meeting minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 061-2025 establishing anti‑discrimination emergency (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 080-2025 transferring $95,000 to Accrued Benefit Reserve Fund (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 081-2025 transferring $23,000 to Technology Fund (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 082-2025 supplemental appropriation of $450,000 to Self‑Funded Insurance Trust (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 083-2025 amendments to general fund transfer percentages (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 084-2025 supplemental appropriation of $15,000 to Recreation Trust Fund (unanimous roll‑call)

City Council

Whitehall City Council will decide on five draft ordinances, including a new five-year residential waste-collection contract with Local Waste Services, Ltd. and a $450,000 supplemental appropriation to cover rising employee health-insurance claims. Council will also consider fund transfers totaling $118,000 for employee benefits and technology, and a public hearing on flood-damage-reduction zoning changes is scheduled for September 2.

• $0.75/month per unit fee for new residential waste-collection service
• Five-year waste-collection contract with Local Waste Services, Ltd.
• $95,000 transfer to Accrued Benefit Reserve Fund for employee payouts
• $23,000 transfer from Lifecycle Replacement Fund to Technology Fund
• $450,000 supplemental appropriation for self-funded insurance claims

The council approved a five‑year waste‑service contract with Local Waste Services. It also approved several fund transfers and a supplemental appropriation for insurance, and authorized the mayor to apply for an Ohio Public Works grant. Additional ordinances on unlawful discrimination and flood‑damage reduction were adopted.

• Adopted Ordinance 079-2025 authorizing waste‑service contract with Local Waste Services (3rd reading)
• Suspended and adopted Resolution 035-2025 authorizing mayor to apply for OPWC grant (1st reading)
• Suspended and adopted Ordinance 080-2025 transferring $95,000 to the Accrued Benefit Reserve (1st reading)
• Suspended and adopted Ordinance 081-2025 transferring $23,000 from the Lifecycle Replacement Fund to the Technology Fund (1st reading)
• Suspended and adopted Ordinance 082-2025 supplemental appropriation of $450,000 for the Self‑Funded Insurance Trust (1st reading)
• Adopted Ordinance 061-2025 establishing unlawful discriminatory practices ordinance (3rd reading)
• Adopted Ordinance 073-2025 amending flood‑damage reduction section of the zoning code (3rd reading)

City Council

City Council is considering Ordinance No. 061-2025 to adopt Chapter 512 of the Codified Ordinances. This legislation would establish local prohibitions against discrimination based on protected classes in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

• Ordinance No. 061-2025 to establish unlawful discriminatory practices
• Proposed prohibitions on discriminatory employment practices
• Proposed prohibitions on discriminatory housing practices
• Proposed prohibitions on discriminatory practices in public accommodations
• Proposed prohibition of conversion therapy

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will review a request from Walter and Yolanda Adams. The applicants are seeking a variance to operate a Residential Facility Class 2 for adult men with mental health conditions.

• Case BA-25-09: Variance request 1103.01 for 541 Westphal Ave (Parcel ID 090-003886-00)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing updates to the planning and zoning code and a development plan for city-owned property on East Broad St, Hamilton Rd, and Poth Rd. The body is also considering several fund transfers and a new ordinance regarding unlawful discriminatory practices.

• Ordinance 059-2025: Amends development plan for city-owned property at East Broad St, Hamilton Rd, and Poth Rd
• Ordinance 061-2025: Establishes unlawful discriminatory practices in the city
• Ordinance 074-2025: Appropriation transfer of $26,936.87 for miscellaneous expenses
• Ordinance 075-2025: Fund transfer of $18,930.00 to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Ordinance 078-2025: Supplemental appropriation of $14,000.00 for pre-employment miscellaneous expenses

The council did not approve any minutes and no votes were recorded on any ordinance. Public hearings were held for Ordinance 058‑2025 (zoning fence height) and Ordinance 059‑2025 (development plan), but no decisions were announced. Committee chairs reported that their July 22 meetings’ minutes are on file and will reconvene next week. No communications, petitions, or claims were filed since the prior meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to act on two pieces of legislation. This includes an amendment to a development plan for city-owned land and updates to the zoning code.

• Case 895, Ord. 059-2025: Amendment to Phase 1A and 1B final development plan for city-owned property at East Broad St, Hamilton Rd, and Poth Rd
• Case 896, Ord. 058-2025: Updates to Planning and Zoning Code, Article 1114.04

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the repeal of ordinances and resolutions related to the Fairway Cliffs community authority, tax incentive district, and CRA agreement. The body is also considering several fund transfers and appropriations for city events and operations.

• Repeal of Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority), 010-2025 (CRA Agreement), and 069-2025 (Fairway Boulevard Tax Incentive District)
• Resolution 033-2025 to submit a citizen-initiated ordinance for the Fairway Boulevard Overlay District to the November 4, 2025 ballot
• Ordinance 070-2025 for a $50,000 supplemental appropriation for the Food Truck & Fun Fest
• Ordinance 071-2025 for a $457,372.37 fund transfer from the Water Utility Fund to the Debt Service Fund
• Ordinance 072-2025 for a $12,000 supplemental appropriation for unemployment compensation

During the July 22, 2025 meeting, the Whitehall City Council gave a second reading and adopted Ordinance 067-2025, Ordinance 068-2025, and Ordinance 069-2025. Each ordinance repeals a prior ordinance (009-2025, 010-2025, and 011-2025) related to the Fairway Cliffs community authority, community reinvestment area, and tax incentive district. The council also discussed procedural concerns and the need for additional meetings, but no further votes were recorded.

• Adopted Ordinance 067-2025 repealing Ordinance 009-2025 (second reading)
• Adopted Ordinance 068-2025 repealing Ordinance 010-2025 (second reading)
• Adopted Ordinance 069-2025 repealing Ordinance 011-2025 (second reading)

City Council

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The council excused absent Councilor Harcar by unanimous roll‑call vote. Ordinances 067‑069‑2025 were each defeated (2 Yes, 3 No, 2 Abstain). Resolutions 027‑029 were tabled indefinitely with unanimous approval. Resolutions 030‑032 were adopted, directing that referendum questions for Ordinances 009‑011 be placed on the November 4, 2025 ballot (5 Yes, 1 No).

• Excused absent Councilor Harcar (unanimous roll‑call)
• Defeated Ordinances 067‑069‑2025 (each vote: 2 Yes, 3 No, 2 Abstain)
• Tabled Resolutions 027‑029 indefinitely (unanimous Yes)
• Adopted Resolutions 030‑032 directing referendum questions for Ordinances 009‑011 to Nov 4, 2025 ballot (5 Yes, 1 No)

City Council

City Council is voting on a third reading of an initiative petition to establish the Fairway Boulevard Overlay District. The body is also holding a public hearing to adopt the city tax budget for fiscal year 2026.

• Ordinance 042-2025: Establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District to limit future uses and protect large trees
• Resolution 023-2025: Adoption of the tax budget for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Ordinance 060-2025: $500,000 fund transfer from General Fund to Budget Stabilization Fund
• Ordinance 064-2025: $600,000 supplemental appropriation for the Self-Funded Insurance Trust Fund
• Ordinance 066-2025: $175,000 appropriation for the Food Truck Inclusion Grant

The Whitehall City Council adopted Resolution 023-2025, approving the tax budget for the fiscal year beginning Jan. 1, 2026. The council also adopted Ordinance 060-2025 to transfer $500,000 to the Budget Stabilization Fund and Ordinance 062-2025 to appropriate $40,000 to the Rec Maintenance Salary and Expense Account. Ordinance 042-2025, proposing a Fairway Boulevard overlay district, was defeated.

• Adopted Resolution 023-2025 tax budget for FY 2026 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 060-2025 transferring $500,000 to the Budget Stabilization Fund (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 062-2025 supplemental appropriation of $40,000 to the Rec Maintenance Salary and Expense Account (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Defeated Ordinance 042-2025 Fairway Boulevard overlay district (2‑Yes, 5‑No roll‑call vote)

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will review a request from WSC Operations LLC. The applicant is seeking multiple variances to replace a former sign with a replica sign.

• Case BA-25-08: Variance request for a freestanding replica sign at 4780 E Broad St
• Request to bypass prohibitions on pole signs and freestanding signs
• Request for variance regarding electronic message sign hours near residential use
• Request for variance on sign height limits and setback requirements

City Council

City Council is reviewing several financial appropriations and zoning updates. The body is discussing a fund transfer to stabilize the budget and a supplemental appropriation for parks maintenance staffing.

• Ordinance 060-2025: Proposed $500,000 transfer from General Fund to Budget Stabilization Fund
• Ordinance 062-2025: Proposed $40,000 appropriation for a Parks Laborer and Parks Superintendent
• Resolution 023-2025: Adoption of the tax budget for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Ordinance 061-2025: Proposed adoption of Chapter 512 establishing unlawful discriminatory practices
• Ordinance 059-2025: Proposed amendment to the development plan for city-owned property at East Broad St, Hamilton Rd, and Poth Rd

The council adopted the 2026 tax budget for Whitehall and will submit it to the county auditor. It also approved a $500,000 transfer to the Budget Stabilization Fund and a $40,000 supplemental appropriation for park maintenance. In addition, the council adopted an anti‑discrimination ordinance (Chapter 512) and updates to the zoning code and a planned unit development amendment.

• Adopted the 2026 city tax budget (Resolution 023-2025)
• Approved $500,000 fund transfer to the Budget Stabilization Fund (Ordinance 060-2025, first reading)
• Approved $40,000 supplemental appropriation for park maintenance (Ordinance 062-2025, first reading)
• Adopted anti‑discrimination ordinance establishing Chapter 512 (Ordinance 061-2025, third reading)
• Adopted updates to fencing height in side yards (Ordinance 058-2025, third reading)
• Adopted amendment to Phase 1A/1B development plan for city‑owned property (Ordinance 059-2025, third reading)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding an organizational meeting to approve previous minutes and review a specific planning case. The body will consider a resubmittal regarding a preliminary plat.

• Case No. 894: Administrative decision for review of preliminary plat for Fairway Cliffs (resubmittal)

The commission unanimously excused absent members and approved the minutes from the June 5 and June 16 meetings. It accepted a motion to approve CASE 894 – Fairway Cliffs, LLC’s preliminary plat review for parcels 090-001776-00 and 090-001792-00, contingent on meeting all city code standards. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:58 p.m.

• Excused absent members (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved CASE 894 preliminary plat review for Fairway Cliffs (motion by Blake, seconded by Rowlands)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a resolution to adopt the tax budget for fiscal year 2026. The body is also considering updates to the planning and zoning code and a development plan for city-owned property.

• Resolution No. 023-2025: Adopting the tax budget for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Ordinance No. 059-2025: Amending the development plan for city-owned property at East Broad St, Hamilton Rd, and Poth Rd
• Ordinance No. 058-2025: Updates to Planning and Zoning Code Article 1114.04
• Ordinance No. 042-2025: Postponed initiative petition regarding Fairway Boulevard Overlay District
• Resolution No. 024-2025: Approval of "Then and Now" certificates

The council unanimously approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted to suspend the rules on Resolution 024-2025 and then adopted that resolution. Ordinance 042-2025 was postponed until no later than July 15, 2025, and Ordinances 058-2025 and 059-2025 were referred to the Planning Commission for the July 29, 2025 meeting. A public hearing for Resolution 023-2025 was scheduled for August 5, 2025.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Suspended rules on Resolution 024-2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 024-2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance 042-2025 to no later than July 15, 2025
• Referred Ordinance 058-2025 to Planning Commission for 07-29-2025
• Referred Ordinance 059-2025 to Planning Commission for 07-29-2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Resolution 023-2025 on 08-05-2025
• No second‑reading legislation presented

Records Commission

The Records Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review an updated City Council Office RC-2. The body will also determine the date for its next meeting.

• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updated City Council Office RC-2

The commission approved the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting by a vote of two yes votes. The commission then voted to adjourn the June 27, 2025 meeting, with all members voting in favor. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Dec 12 2024 minutes (2‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will discuss the adoption of the tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026. The meeting includes a presentation from Equality Ohio and several proposed updates to zoning and development plans.

• Resolution 023-2025: Adopting the tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Ordinance 058-2025: Updates to Planning and Zoning Code regarding residential fence and wall heights
• Ordinance 059-2025: Amending the Phase 1A and 1B final development plan for city-owned property at East Broad St, Hamilton Rd, and Poth Rd
• Resolution 024-2025: Approval of "then and now" certificates over $3,000.00
• Ordinance 042-2025: Postponed initiative petition to establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District

The Whitehall City Council adopted an ordinance raising residential fence heights from four to six feet. It also approved an amendment to the East Broad Street Planned Unit Development to modify Phase 1A and 1B site plans. A resolution to approve “then and now” certificates was adopted in its first reading. The Fairway Boulevard overlay ordinance was postponed until no later than July 15, 2025.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 058‑2025 to raise residential fence heights to six feet (3rd reading)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 059‑2025 to amend the East Broad Street PUD Phase 1A/1B plans (3rd reading)
• Adopted Resolution No. 024‑2025 to approve “then and now” certificates (1st reading, suspended & adopt)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 042‑2025 (Fairway Boulevard overlay) until no later than 07‑15‑2025

City Council

The City Council will review a petition to establish a zoning overlay district on Fairway Boulevard to limit development and protect trees. The body is also voting on several funding transfers and a zoning code amendment.

• Ordinance No. 042-2025: Initiative petition to establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District and impose a development moratorium
• Ordinance No. 055-2025: $125,000 supplemental appropriation for water break repair expenses
• Ordinance No. 056-2025: $100,000 fund transfer from Lifecycle Replacement Fund to Technology Fund
• Ordinance No. 057-2025: $205,000 transfer from General Fund to Accrued Benefit Reserve Fund
• Ordinance No. 037-2025: Amendment to Section 1103.02 of the Planning and Zoning Code

Council excused absent members Harcar and Brown and approved the June 3 and June 10 meeting minutes. The council adopted Ordinance No. 037-2025 amending the Planning and Zoning Code and adopted Ordinance No. 040-2025 authorizing replacement pages to the codified ordinances. Ordinance No. 042-2025 was postponed until July 15, 2025. The council also adopted Ordinances 055-2025, 056-2025 and 057-2025, authorizing supplemental appropriations and fund transfers totaling $430,000.

• Excused Councilors Harcar and Brown – unanimous roll call
• Approved June 3 and June 10 meeting minutes – unanimous roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 037-2025 (amending zoning code) – unanimous roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 040-2025 (authorizing replacement pages) – unanimous roll call
• Postponed Ordinance No. 042-2025 to no later than 07-15-2025 – unanimous roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 055-2025 ( $125,000 supplemental appropriation for water break repairs) – unanimous roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 056-2025 ( $100,000 fund transfer to Technology Fund) – unanimous roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 057-2025 ( $205,000 fund transfer and $205,000 supplemental appropriation) – unanimous roll call

City Council

City Council is reviewing three ordinances, including a citizen-led initiative to create a new zoning overlay district to limit development and protect trees along Fairway Boulevard. Other items include a proposal to ban food trucks in certain residential districts and the adoption of updated city code pages.

• Ordinance 042-2025: Establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District to limit subdivision and protect tree canopy
• Ordinance 037-2025: Prohibit food truck operations in Single and Two-Unit Residential Districts
• Ordinance 040-2025: Adopt May 2025 replacement pages for codified ordinances
• Payment to Walter H. Drane Company for codification services from the City Council Office Supplies Account

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider two ordinances regarding the city's zoning code. This includes a request to amend the single and two-unit residential district and an initiative petition to establish a new overlay district.

• Case 891, Ord. 037-2025: Amendment to Section 1103.02 (STUR) Single and Two-Unit Residential District
• Case 892, Ord. 042-2025: Initiative petition to establish the Fairway Boulevard Overlay District
• Proposed moratorium on development pending the outcome of the Fairway Boulevard initiative petition
• Amendments to the 2025 Rules and Procedures

City Council

The City Council will discuss a zoning amendment to establish the Fairway Boulevard Overlay District via an initiative petition. The body is also considering a supplemental appropriation for water line repairs.

• Ordinance No. 042-2025: Initiative petition to establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District and impose a development moratorium
• Ordinance No. 055-2025: Supplemental appropriation of $125,000.00 for water break repairs
• Ordinance No. 040-2025: Adoption of May 2025 replacement pages to codified ordinances
• Ordinance No. 037-2025: Amendment to Section 1103.02 of the Planning and Zoning Code
• Special presentation by ETV – End the Violence

The council adopted Ordinance No. 040-2025, authorizing replacement pages to the codified ordinances and declaring an emergency. It also adopted Ordinance No. 055-2025, approving a supplemental appropriation of $125,000 for water break repairs. Ordinance No. 037-2025 amending the planning and zoning code was adopted. Ordinance No. 042-2025 was referred to the Committee of the Whole with a public hearing scheduled for June 16.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 040-2025 (emergency replacement pages) – Adopted
• Adopted Ordinance No. 055-2025 – Supplemental appropriation $125,000 for water break repairs – Adopted
• Adopted Ordinance No. 037-2025 – Amendment to Planning and Zoning Code – Adopted
• Referred Ordinance No. 042-2025 to Committee of the Whole; public hearing set for June 16 – Referred

BZBA

The Board is meeting to consider two requests for variances under Code Section 1114.04. Both cases involve homeowners seeking permission to install 6-foot-high fences.

• Case BA-25-06: Variance request for a 6-foot-high fence at 782 Elaine Rd.
• Case BA-25-07: Variance request for a 6-foot-high fence at 4363 E Mound St.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold an organizational meeting to elect officers and adopt rules for 2025. The body will also review a preliminary plat for a project by Fairway Cliffs, LLC.

• Preliminary plat review for Fairway Cliffs, LLC (Parcel IDs 090-001776-00 and 090-001792-00)
• Election of 2025 Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of Brittney Agurs as Secretary for 2025
• Adoption of 2025 Rules of Procedure

City Council

Whitehall City Council is reviewing zoning code amendments and an initiative petition to establish the Fairway Boulevard Overlay District. The body is also considering multiple fund transfers and supplemental appropriations for city services and law enforcement.

• Ordinance 042-2025: Initiative petition to establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District and protect large trees
• Ordinance 053-2025: Supplemental appropriation of $5,000,000.00 from the General Fund
• Ordinance 050-2025: Fund transfer of $250,000.00 to the Fleet Reserve & Maintenance Fund
• Ordinance 054-2025: Fund transfer of $300,000.00 from Evidence Setaside Fund to Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Resolution 021-2025: Acceptance of a grant from Franklin County Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the May meetings. Councilor Dixon moved to untable Ordinances 009‑2025, 010‑2025, and 011‑2025; each motion passed unanimously and the related reconsideration motions were withdrawn without objection. Councilor Smith moved to table Ordinance 037‑2025 until June 17, 2025, and the motion also passed unanimously.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Untabled Ordinance 009‑2025 (unanimous)
• Withdrawn motion to reconsider Ordinance 009‑2025 (unopposed)
• Untabled Ordinance 010‑2025 (unanimous)
• Withdrawn motion to reconsider Ordinance 010‑2025 (unopposed)
• Untabled Ordinance 011‑2025 (unanimous)
• Withdrawn motion to reconsider Ordinance 011‑2025 (unopposed)
• Tabled Ordinance 037‑2025 until 06‑17‑2025 (unanimous)

City Council

City Council is reviewing three ordinances to facilitate a residential development by Fairway Cliffs LLC. The proposals include creating a community authority, granting tax exemptions, and establishing a tax increment financing (TIF) district.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a 7-member board and $10,000 surety bonds per member
• Ordinance 010-2025: 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for 36-50 townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard
• Ordinance 010-2025: Infrastructure reimbursement to developer not to exceed $1,083,973
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Incentive District
• Project investment estimated at approximately $11,000,000

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct procedural business, including a roll call and verification of agenda copies. The only substantive item is the first reading of Ordinance 049-2025, which proposes transferring $201,140.01 from unappropriated monies in the General Fund to the Debt Service Fund.

• First reading of Ordinance 049-2025: transfer of $201,140.01 from General Fund (101) to Debt Service Fund (401)

Councilor Brown was appointed temporary Chair for the meeting (vote 4-1). The council excused President Potter, Councilor Heck, and Councilor Morrison (unanimous). Members confirmed receipt of agenda copies (unanimous). The council suspended rules and then adopted Ordinance 049-2025, moving $201,140.01 from unappropriated monies to the Debt Service Fund (unanimous).

• Appointed Councilor Brown as temporary Chair (vote 4-1)
• Excused absent members President Potter, Councilor Heck, Councilor Morrison (unanimous yes)
• Confirmed all members received agenda copies (unanimous yes)
• Suspended rules for Ordinance 049-2025 (unanimous yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 049-2025 transferring $201,140.01 to Debt Service Fund (unanimous yes)

City Council

City Council is reviewing Ordinance No. 049-2025 to move funds from the General Fund to the Debt Service Fund. This transfer is intended to cover repayment of long term debt for the Recreation Bond.

• Ordinance No. 049-2025: Transfer of $201,140.01 from General Fund (101) to Debt Service Fund (401)

City Council

City Council committees are reviewing several funding transfers and a zoning initiative petition. The body is discussing a grant for a community festival and appropriations for youth sports and police funds.

• Initiative petition to establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District to limit uses and protect trees
• Fund transfer of $250,000 from General Fund to Fleet Reserve & Maintenance Fund for a replacement dump truck
• Resolution to accept a $175,000 grant from Franklin County ODEI for the 2025 Whitehall Food Truck and Fun Fest
• Supplemental appropriation of $30,000 from Recreation Trust Fund for youth football and cheerleading equipment
• Fund transfer of $11,480 from Evidence Setaside Fund to Law Enforcement Trust Fund

The council suspended and adopted Resolution 021-2025 to let the mayor accept a Franklin County grant and declare an emergency. It adopted Ordinance 040-2025 updating the city code and declaring an emergency. It also suspended and adopted Ordinances 050-2025, 051-2025 and 052-2025 to move funds for fleet, recreation and law‑enforcement purposes. Ordinance 037-2025 and Ordinances 009‑2025, 010‑2025, and 011‑2025 were tabled until June 17, 2025.

• Adopted Resolution 021-2025 authorizing grant acceptance and emergency declaration (suspended & adopt)
• Adopted Ordinance 040-2025 updating codified ordinances and emergency declaration (3rd reading)
• Adopted Ordinance 050-2025 transferring $250,000 to Fleet Reserve & Maintenance Fund (suspended & adopt)
• Adopted Ordinance 051-2025 supplemental appropriation of $30,000 to Recreation Trust Fund (suspended & adopt)
• Adopted Ordinance 052-2025 $11,480 transfer to Law Enforcement Trust Fund (suspended & adopt)
• Tabled Ordinance 037-2025 amendment to Planning and Zoning Code until 06‑17‑2025
• Tabled Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until 06‑17‑2025
• Tabled Ordinance 010-2025 (Fairway Cliffs tax exemption) until 06‑17‑2025

City Council

City Council is reviewing legislation to establish the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and a Tax Increment Financing district. The body is also considering an initiative petition to create the Fairway Boulevard Overlay District to limit future development and protect trees.

• Ordinance 042-2025: Initiative petition to establish Fairway Boulevard Overlay District and development moratorium
• Ordinance 041-2025: $49,000 supplemental appropriation for Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Ordinance 046-2025: $434,443.75 fund transfer from General Fund to Debt Service Fund
• Ordinance 045-2025: Contract addendum with Fraternal Order of Police, Cap City Lodge 9 for wage reopener
• Resolution 016-2025: Special assessments for property maintenance at several city locations

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 20, 2025, where it will consider multiple ordinances related to the Fairway Boulevard project, including zoning amendments, tax incentives, and infrastructure funding. The council will also vote on supplemental appropriations, fund transfers, and resolutions directing certain ordinances to the November 2025 ballot for voter approval.

• Amend zoning code for Fairway Boulevard Overlay District (Ordinance 042-2025)
• Approve $49,000 supplemental appropriation for Law Enforcement Trust Fund
• Approve $434,443.75 fund transfer from General Fund to Debt Service Fund
• Approve $309,700 fund transfer from WMPITIE Fund to Debt Service Fund
• Levy special assessments for property maintenance at multiple locations

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 15 and May 7 meetings. Councilor Smith moved, and Councilor Harcar seconded, a motion to suspend the rules on Ordinance 039‑2025; the motion passed unanimously on a roll‑call vote. Ordinance 037‑2025 was read by title only and referred to the Planning Commission for a special meeting on June 16. Ordinances 009‑2025, 010‑2025, and 011‑2025 remain tabled until June 17, 2025.

• Approved April 15 and May 7 meeting minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
• Suspended rules on Ordinance 039‑2025 (unanimous roll‑call)
• Referred Ordinance 037‑2025 to Planning Commission for June 16 special meeting
• Ordinances 009‑2025, 010‑2025, 011‑2025 tabled until June 17, 2025

City Council

City Council is reviewing three ordinances to facilitate the development of 36 to 50 townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard. The proposals include creating a community authority, granting a 15-year tax exemption, and establishing a tax increment financing (TIF) district.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizes the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a 7-member Board of Trustees and $10,000 surety bonds
• Ordinance 010-2025: Grants a 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Ordinance 010-2025: Authorizes an Infrastructure Agreement for reimbursements not to exceed $1,083,973
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creates the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Incentive District
• Project investment: Approximately $11,000,000 for townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard

City Council

Whitehall City Council committees meet to discuss four pieces of draft legislation. The agenda includes a $49,000 supplemental appropriation for a police drone, a resolution levying special assessments for property maintenance at 17 locations, an exemption to retain a new economic development director, and adoption of updated codified ordinances. Several Fairway Cliffs development items remain tabled until June 17.

• Supplemental appropriation of $49,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for a police drone
• Special assessments for bulk pick-up ($537.22 each) at 16 properties and trash removal ($580.82) at 4341 East Main St
• Exemption from vacation/sick leave carryover limits to match years of service for a new Director of Economic Development
• Adoption of May 2025 replacement pages to the city's codified ordinances
• First reading on reconsideration of tabled Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and tax incentive ordinances

The council voted that any request to attend a council meeting must be submitted to the Mayor rather than his appointees. Several ordinances were acted on: Ordinance 037-2025 amending the zoning code was adopted on its third reading; Ordinance 040-2025 updating the codified ordinances was adopted on its third reading; Ordinance 041-2025 providing a $49,000 supplemental appropriation for the Law Enforcement Trust Fund was suspended and adopted on its first reading; Ordinance 009-2025 creating the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority was tabled. No other substantive actions were taken.

• All attendance requests must go through the Mayor (decision)
• Ordinance 037-2025 (amending zoning code) adopted (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 040-2025 (updating codified ordinances) adopted (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 041-2025 (supplemental $49,000 appropriation) suspended and adopted (first reading)
• Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) tabled (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) tabled (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 011-2025 (Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment) tabled until July 2025 (3rd reading)
• Resolution to set referendum election dates pending (not yet decided)

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests for residential fences. Both cases seek relief from code sections regarding fence height and placement. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting and conduct other routine business.

• Case BA-25-04: Variance request for a 5-foot fence at 711 Pierce Ave.
• Case BA-25-05: Variance request for a 6-foot privacy fence at 4263 Mayflower Blvd.

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold first readings on three ordinances and one resolution. Key items include a zoning code amendment (Ordinance 037-2025), a $126,716.36 appropriation for a Food Truck Inclusion Grant, an amendment to the personnel table for FY2025, and creation of a Seasonal Labor Apprentice Program with a $20,000 fund transfer. The meeting also includes proclamations from the mayor and a presentation on towing.

• Ordinance 037-2025 amends Section 1103.02 of the Planning and Zoning Code
• Ordinance 035-2025 appropriates $126,716.36 from the Mayor's Department Grants Fund for the Food Truck Inclusion Grant
• Ordinance 034-2025 amends the authorized personnel table for fiscal year 2025
• Resolution 015-2025 creates the Seasonal Labor Apprentice Program and transfers $20,000 from the General Fund to ST Maintenance & Repair Fund
• Mayor Bivens will present proclamations for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and Professional Municipal Clerks Week

The council excused absent Councilor Dixon and approved the minutes from the April 8 and April 22 meetings. It then passed the reconsideration and suspension of rules for Ordinance 009‑2025 and Ordinance 010‑2025, and subsequently tabled each ordinance until June 17, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Excused Councilor Dixon (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved April 8 and April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Ordinance 009‑2025 reconsideration passed (5 Yes, 0 No, 1 Abstain)
• Ordinance 009‑2025 tabled until June 17, 2025 (5 Yes, 0 No, 1 Abstain)
• Ordinance 010‑2025 reconsideration passed (5 Yes, 0 No, 1 Abstain)
• Ordinance 010‑2025 tabled until June 17, 2025 (5 Yes, 0 No, 1 Abstain)

City Council

The council will decide on a zoning amendment to prohibit food trucks in single and two-unit residential districts. It will also consider approving an updated city employee roster with new titles and positions, a $126,716.36 fund transfer to correct a grant expense accounting error, and creating a summer apprentice program for Whitehall students with $20,000 in funding.

• Prohibit food trucks in STUR (single and two-unit residential) districts (Ordinance 037-2025)
• Approve updated Table of Authorized Personnel for fiscal year 2025, including new positions and title changes across departments (Ordinance 034-2025)
• Appropriate $126,716.36 from the Mayor's Department Grants Fund to reimburse the General Fund for Food Truck Inclusion Grant expenses (Ordinance 035-2025)
• Create a Seasonal Labor Apprentice Program for Whitehall students, funded by a $20,000 transfer and appropriation (Resolution 015-2025)

City Council

City Council is reviewing draft legislation to regulate the possession and use of fireworks and update the city's authorized personnel table for 2025. The body is also discussing funding for a youth labor program and a grant reimbursement for a food truck event.

• Ordinance 036-2025: Proposed adoption of Chapter 511 to regulate fireworks possession, sale, and use
• Ordinance 034-2025: Proposed updates to the 2025 Table of Authorized Personnel, including new positions and title changes
• Ordinance 035-2025: Proposed appropriation of $126,716.36 from the Mayor’s Department Grants Fund to the Food Truck Inclusion Grant Expense Account
• Resolution 015-2025: Proposed $20,000 appropriation for the Seasonal Labor Apprentice Program (S.L.A.P.) for students
• Special Presentation: Arbor Day Proclamation by Mayor Michael T. Bivens and Director Shannon Brady

The council voted to suspend and adopt Ordinance No. 034-2025 (authorized personnel table), Ordinance No. 035-2025 (appropriation of $126,716.36 from the Mayor’s Department Grants Fund to the Food Truck Inclusion Grant account), and Resolution No. 015-2025 (creation of the Seasonal Labor Apprentice Program with a $20,000 fund transfer). A motion to add proposed changes to the Rules of Procedure will be considered at the next voting meeting.

• Suspended and adopted Ordinance No. 034-2025 (authorized personnel table) (first reading)
• Suspended and adopted Ordinance No. 035-2025 – appropriated $126,716.36 to Food Truck Inclusion Grant (first reading)
• Suspended and adopted Resolution No. 015-2025 – created Seasonal Labor Apprentice Program and transferred $20,000 (first reading)
• Motion to add proposed Rules of Procedure changes scheduled for next voting meeting (not decided)

City Council

Whitehall City Council will conduct a public hearing and third reading on Ordinance 011-2025 creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District. Other third readings include organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority (Ordinance 009-2025) and approving a tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC (Ordinance 010-2025). Second readings will consider resolutions supporting immigrant rights and declaring Whitehall a safe haven for gender-affirming healthcare. First readings include appropriations totaling over $1.9 million for fire and police department grants and a $1.423 million police building renovation.

• Public hearing and third reading on Ordinance 011-2025 creating Fairway Boulevard TIF district
• Third reading on Ordinance 009-2025 organizing Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Third reading on Ordinance 010-2025 approving community reinvestment area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Second reading on Resolution 010-2025 supporting immigrant rights and declaring Whitehall a welcoming city
• First reading on Ordinance 033-2025 appropriating $1,423,000 for police building renovation

The council voted to approve the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting, with all members voting affirmatively. No other motions or ordinances were adopted or denied during this session. A public hearing on Ordinance 011‑2025 was held, but no vote on the ordinance was recorded.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous roll‑call vote)

City Council

The Council will vote on three tabled ordinances tied to the Fairway Cliffs townhome development at 800 Fairway Boulevard. The ordinances would create a community authority, approve a 15-year property tax exemption, and establish a tax increment financing district, with an infrastructure reimbursement of up to $1,083,973.

• Ordinance 009-2025: organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a seven-member board and $10,000 surety bonds.
• Ordinance 010-2025: approving a 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC’s proposed 36–50 townhomes ($11M investment).
• Ordinance 010-2025: authorizing an Infrastructure Agreement reimbursing up to $1,083,973 for public improvements.
• Ordinance 011-2025: creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District to fund infrastructure via service payments in lieu of taxes.
• All three ordinances were previously tabled and are now scheduled for a vote.

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hear Case BA-25-03, a request by Curtis Johnson for variances from rear and side yard setbacks, lot coverage limits, and garage size rules to build a new storage structure attached to the existing garage at 4220 Chandler Drive. The board may approve, deny, or modify the requested variances after public comment.

• Curtis Johnson seeks variances from Code Sections 1103.02(C)(1) rear and side yard setbacks, 1103.02(C)(2) lot coverage, and 1109.18(C)(1) private garage size for a new attached storage structure.
• Property address: 4220 Chandler Dr., Whitehall, OH 43213, Parcel ID 090-002626.
• Board will also approve minutes from March 10, 2025 meeting.

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved the revised drawing for variance case BA-25-03, allowing a new structure at 4220 Chandler Dr., with conditions, after a unanimous vote. The board also unanimously excused the absence of member Kahassai Taffese and approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. No other matters were decided.

• Excused absence of member Kahassai Taffese (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved revised variance drawing for case BA-25-03 with conditions (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council Committee Meetings on April 8 will hear third readings on several resolutions and ordinances. The Community & Elder Advocacy committee has two resolutions on immigrant rights and gender affirming healthcare set for adoption on April 15. The Economic Development committee has three ordinances tabled until April 15 regarding the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority, a tax exemption, and a TIF district. The Police Chief will attend tonight's meeting.

• Resolution 010-2025: Supporting immigrant rights and protections (third reading, adopt 04-15)
• Resolution 011-2025: Proclaiming Whitehall a safe haven for gender affirming healthcare (third reading, adopt 04-15)
• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority (tabled to 04-15)
• Ordinance 010-2025: Approving Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC (tabled to 04-15)
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District with public hearing on 04-15 (tabled to 04-15)

During the Economic Development committee, the council voted to table Ordinance No. 009-2025, Ordinance No. 010-2025, and Ordinance No. 011-2025 until April 15, 2025. No drafts or pending legislation were reported in the Administration & Financial Management, Community Standards, Infrastructure, Public Safety, or Parks & Recreation committees. The Committee of the Whole discussed public‑polling procedures and will vote on a rule change on May 6, 2025.

• Tabled Ordinance No. 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until 04-15-2025
• Tabled Ordinance No. 010-2025 (Fairway Cliffs LLC tax exemption) until 04-15-2025
• Tabled Ordinance No. 011-2025 (Fairway Boulevard tax‑increment financing) until 04-15-2025
• No drafts or pending legislation considered in Administration and Financial Management
• No drafts or pending legislation considered in Community Standards and Enforcement
• No drafts or pending legislation considered in Infrastructure, Maintenance and Service
• No drafts or pending legislation considered in Public Safety
• No drafts or pending legislation considered in Parks and Recreation

City Council

Council holds third readings on ordinances to create the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority, approve a community reinvestment area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC, and establish a tax increment financing district on Fairway Boulevard. Second readings are set for resolutions supporting immigrant rights and designating Whitehall a safe haven for gender-affirming healthcare. First readings cover fund transfers totaling $200,889.86 for fleet maintenance and debt service.

• Third reading: Ordinance 009-2025 organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Third reading: Ordinance 010-2025 approving CRA tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Third reading: Ordinance 011-2025 creating Fairway Boulevard TIF district
• Second reading: Resolution 010-2025 supporting immigrant rights
• Second reading: Resolution 011-2025 proclaiming safe haven for gender-affirming healthcare

The council excused absent Councilor Heck and approved the minutes of the March meetings by unanimous roll‑call vote. Ordinances 009‑2025, 010‑2025, and 011‑2025 were each tabled until April 15, 2025. Resolutions 010‑2025 and 011‑2025 were read by title only, with no vote recorded.

• Excused absent Councilor Heck (unanimous roll‑call affirmative)
• Approved March 18, 2025, March 24, 2025, and March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call affirmative)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 009‑2025 until 04‑15‑2025
• Tabled Ordinance No. 010‑2025 until 04‑15‑2025
• Tabled Ordinance No. 011‑2025 until 04‑15‑2025
• Read Resolution No. 010‑2025 by title only (no vote recorded)
• Read Resolution No. 011‑2025 by title only (no vote recorded)
• Verified all council members received copies of agenda items (unanimous roll‑call affirmative)

City Council

All three ordinances on the agenda have been tabled multiple times and are now tabled until April 15, 2025. No new votes or decisions are scheduled for this meeting. The items concern the creation of a community authority, a property tax exemption, and a tax increment financing district for a townhome project on Fairway Boulevard.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a $10,000 surety bond per trustee (tabled to 04-15-2025).
• Ordinance 010-2025: Approving a 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for a $11 million, 36-townhome project at 800 Fairway Boulevard (tabled).
• Ordinance 010-2025: Authorizing an infrastructure agreement reimbursing up to $1,083,973 for public improvements (tabled).
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District to fund public infrastructure (tabled to 04-15-2025).

City Council

This is a committee meeting with a parks and recreation update and discussions of pending legislation. No final votes are scheduled; items include second readings of resolutions supporting immigrant rights and declaring Whitehall a safe haven for gender affirming healthcare, and tabled ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs community authority, tax exemption, and tax increment financing district.

• Second reading of Resolution 010-2025 supporting immigrant rights and protections, with emergency clause.
• Second reading of Resolution 011-2025 declaring Whitehall a safe haven for gender affirming healthcare, with emergency clause.
• Ordinance 009-2025 organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority (tabled until April 15).
• Ordinance 010-2025 approving a Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC (tabled).
• Ordinance 011-2025 creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District, with a public hearing on April 15 (tabled).

The council committees met on March 25, 2025 and discussed several items. In the Economic Development committee, three ordinances were tabled until April 15, 2025. Other committees reported updates or had no drafts or pending legislation on their agendas, and no legislation was adopted. Residents were also briefed on a protest filing against a council candidate and on park and recreation department activities.

• Ordinance No. 009-2025 (Fair Way Cliffs Community Authority) tabled until 04-15-2025
• Ordinance No. 010-2025 (Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC) tabled until 04-15-2025
• Ordinance No. 011-2025 (Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District) tabled until 04-15-2025

City Council

The Community & Elder Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to review two resolutions (010-2025 and 011-2025), discuss suggested edits, and weigh pros and cons. The agenda is largely procedural, outlining future voting meetings and public comment opportunities. No details of the resolutions' content are provided in the agenda.

• Two resolutions (010-2025 and 011-2025) are under discussion
• Public comment allowed at the 4/1 and 4/15 voting meetings (3 minutes per speaker)
• Councilor Amy Harcar and Clerk Julie Ogg are contact points for comments
• Future dates: 4/1 voting meeting, 4/8 committee discussion, 4/15 voting meeting

City Council

The Whitehall City Council is holding a special meeting only to adjourn to a closed executive session. The session, authorized under Ohio law, will discuss security arrangements and emergency response protocols that could jeopardize public safety if disclosed. No other business or public legislation is scheduled.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(6) for security arrangements and emergency response protocols

Councilor Elmore moved to excuse absent President Potter and Councilor Morrison; the motion was seconded by Councilor Dixon and approved unanimously. Councilor Elmore then moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss security arrangements; Councilor Heck seconded and the motion passed unanimously, and the meeting entered executive session at 6:32 p.m. The council reconvened at 8:34 p.m. and adjourned without further action.

• Excused President Potter and Councilor Morrison (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adjourned to executive session for security protocol discussion (unanimous roll‑call)
• Reopened meeting at 8:34 p.m. (procedural)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:34 p.m. (procedural)

City Council

City Council will vote on the third reading of ordinances to organize the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and establish a Tax Increment Financing incentive district. The body will also consider fund transfers, property maintenance assessments, and resolutions regarding immigrant rights and gender-affirming healthcare.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• Ordinance 017-2025: Adding stop signs and all-way stop intersections at multiple locations
• Ordinance 022-2025: Fund transfer of $33,082.06 from General Fund to Debt Service Fund
• Resolution 012-2025: Levying special assessments for property maintenance at several locations

The Whitehall City Council voted unanimously to table three ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs development (Ordinances 009-2025, 010-2025, and 011-2025) until the April 15 meeting. The council also adopted several other items, including a stop sign ordinance, a fund transfer, a supplemental appropriation, and two resolutions. The meeting included public comments from opponents and a proponent of the Fairway Cliffs ordinances.

• Tabled Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until April 15 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 010-2025 (CRA tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs) until April 15 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 011-2025 (TIF district for Fairway Boulevard) until April 15 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 017-2025 adding stop signs at multiple intersections (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 022-2025 transferring $33,082.06 from General Fund to Debt Service Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 023-2025 appropriating $10,000 from Recreation Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 012-2025 levying special assessments for property maintenance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 013-2025 approving 'then and now' certificates (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will take up three ordinances that were tabled from previous meetings, all related to the proposed Fairway Cliffs townhome development at 800 Fairway Boulevard. The ordinances would create a community authority, grant a 15-year property tax exemption, and establish a tax increment financing district to support the $11 million, 36-townhome project.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a $10,000 surety bond per trustee
• Ordinance 010-2025: Approving a 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for the $11 million townhome project
• Ordinance 010-2025: Authorizing an infrastructure agreement reimbursement up to $1,083,973
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• All three ordinances are declared emergency measures for immediate effect

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold first readings on four pieces of draft legislation, with plans to suspend rules and adopt them on March 18. Two resolutions address immigrant rights and gender-affirming healthcare protections, while two ordinances cover a $33,082 fund transfer for North Hamilton Road debt and a $10,000 appropriation for new soccer goals.

• Resolution 010-2025 supporting immigrant rights and prohibiting local enforcement of federal immigration laws
• Resolution 011-2025 declaring Whitehall a safe haven for gender-affirming healthcare and opposing HB 68
• Ordinance 022-2025 transferring $33,082.06 from the General Fund to the Debt Service Fund for North Hamilton Road street improvement debt
• Ordinance 023-2025 appropriating $10,000 from the Recreation Trust Fund for new soccer goals

The council's Economic Development committee tabled three ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs development (Ordinances 009-2025, 010-2025, and 011-2025) until April 15, 2025, because the public hearing notice did not meet the required 30-day timeline. The committee also scheduled the public hearing for Ordinance 011-2025 on April 15. Other committees advanced a fund transfer for North Hamilton Road street improvements and a supplemental appropriation for soccer goals, both to be considered on March 18. Councilor Harcar requested that two resolutions on immigrant rights and gender-affirming healthcare be assigned to her committee for further research.

• Tabled Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until 04-15-2025
• Tabled Ordinance 010-2025 (Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC) until 04-15-2025
• Tabled Ordinance 011-2025 (Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing district) until 04-15-2025
• Scheduled public hearing on Ordinance 011-2025 for 04-15-2025
• Moved Ordinance 022-2025 (fund transfer of $33,082.06 for North Hamilton Road) to 1st reading, suspend and adopt on 03-18-2025
• Moved Ordinance 023-2025 (supplemental appropriation of $10,000 for soccer goals) to 1st reading, suspend and adopt on 03-18-2025
• Assigned Resolutions 010-2025 and 011-2025 to Community and Elder Advocacy committee for further research
• Scheduled a special presentation on tree inventory and youth sports program for March 25 Parks and Recreation meeting

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals met to handle organizational matters and one variance request. The board approved a request for a two-story addition to a property at 367 Collingwood.

• Case BA-25-02: Approved variance for 367 Collingwood regarding side yard setback, private garage size, and accessory structure height

City Council

City Council is reviewing three ordinances regarding the Fairway Cliffs project, including the creation of a community authority and tax exemptions. The meeting also includes a first reading of a contract with the Communications Workers of America Local No. 4320.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Ordinance 010-2025: Real property tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• Ordinance 017-2025: Adding stop signs and all-way stop intersections at multiple locations
• Ordinance 020-2025: Contract with Communications Workers of America Local No. 4320 (Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2027)

The Whitehall City Council approved Ordinance 020-2025, authorizing the mayor to sign a contract with the Communications Workers of America Local No. 4320 for 2025-2027, with Councilor Morrison voting no. It also adopted Ordinance 021-2025, creating a Cannabis Revenue Account, and Resolution 009-2025, approving 'then and now' certificates. Three Fairway Cliffs ordinances (009, 010, 011-2025) remain tabled until March 18, 2025. The meeting included proclamations for Women's History Month and reports from officials and committees.

• Adopted Ordinance 020-2025, authorizing the mayor to sign a CWA contract (2025-2027), with Morrison voting no.
• Adopted Ordinance 021-2025, creating the Cannabis Revenue Account 101.000.44005.
• Adopted Resolution 009-2025, approving 'then and now' certificates.
• Tabled Ordinances 009, 010, and 011-2025 (Fairway Cliffs) until March 18, 2025.
• Approved minutes from four February 2025 meetings.
• Excused Councilor Brown from the meeting.
• Heard a proclamation for Women's History Month and a presentation from Franklin County Public Health.
• Noted no official reports or communications, petitions, or claims were filed.

City Council

City Council is reviewing three ordinances to facilitate a residential project by Fairway Cliffs LLC. The proposals include creating a community authority, granting tax exemptions, and establishing a tax increment financing district for townhome construction.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a 7-member board and $10,000 surety bonds for trustees
• Ordinance 010-2025: 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for 36-50 townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard
• Ordinance 010-2025: Infrastructure Agreement for public improvements not to exceed $1,083,973
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creation of the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Incentive District
• Investment of approximately $11,000,000 by Fairway Cliffs LLC for the project

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to add stop signs and create all-way stop intersections. The body is also considering a resolution to approve 'then and now' certificates for expenditures of $3,000 or more.

• Ordinance No. 017-2025: Adding stop signs at multiple locations and creating all-way stop intersections
• Resolution No. 009-2025: Approval of 'then and now' certificates of $3,000.00 and more

The Council tabled three Fairway Cliffs development ordinances (009-2025, 010-2025, 011-2025) until March 18, 2025. Councilor Dixon intends to move amendments next week to remove the emergency clauses from these ordinances. The Council also discussed public comment accessibility and parking, and directed Clerk Ogg to research how other communities handle public participation.

• Tabled Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until 03-18-2025
• Tabled Ordinance 010-2025 (CRA tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs) until 03-18-2025
• Tabled Ordinance 011-2025 (Fairway Boulevard TIF district) until 03-18-2025
• Directed Clerk Ogg to consult other communities on public comment methods
• Discussed parking options for large council meetings; lot across street to be opened

Parks Commission

The Whitehall Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the Whitehall Youth Sports Constitution. They will also review January 2025 invoices and budget/income, elect a vice-chair, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Election of a vice-chair
• Approval of January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of invoices for January 2025
• Review of budget and income for January 2025
• Discussion and adoption of the Whitehall Youth Sports Constitution

The Whitehall Parks and Recreation Commission formally adopted the amended Whitehall Youth Sports Constitution, which establishes a unified framework for all city youth sports programs. The vote was unanimous. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting and elected Mike Adkins as Chair.

• Adopted amended Whitehall Youth Sports Constitution (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from 01/22/2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Elected Mike Adkins as Chair (all in favor)

City Council

Council will hold public hearings and third readings on ordinances creating the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and a Tax Increment Financing district on Fairway Boulevard, along with a tax exemption for the developer. Also up for votes are employee recognition awards, a $100,000 fund transfer for housing programs, and a first reading to add stop signs at multiple locations.

• Third reading of ordinance organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Third reading of ordinance creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• First reading of ordinance adding stop signs at multiple intersections
• Fund transfer of $100,000 from General Fund to Community Development Trust Fund for the HOME reinvestment program
• Four resolutions recognizing employees of the year with $350 payments each

The Whitehall City Council tabled three ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs development (009-2025, 010-2025, 011-2025) until March 18, 2025, after a public hearing and a request from the developer's attorney for further discussion. The council also adopted four resolutions honoring 2024 Employees of the Year with $350 payments each, and approved ordinances for a $100,000 home reinvestment fund transfer and appropriations for law enforcement trust funds. All votes were unanimous.

• Tabled Ordinance 009-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until 03-18-2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 010-2025 (CRA tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs) until 03-18-2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 011-2025 (TIF district for Fairway Boulevard) until 03-18-2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 005-2025 recognizing Ray Cunningham as Firefighter/Paramedic Employee of the Year with $350 payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 006-2025 recognizing Lee McKittrick as Police Officer Employee of the Year with $350 payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 007-2025 recognizing Cory Ollie as Administrative/Support Employee of the Year with $350 payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 008-2025 recognizing Ty Peterson as Labor/Service Employee of the Year with $350 payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 012-2025 transferring $100,000 to Community Development Trust Fund for home reinvestment (unanimous)

City Council

City Council is discussing the creation of the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and a tax increment financing district. These measures aim to facilitate the construction of approximately 36 townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard.

• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with a 7-member Board of Trustees
• Ordinance 010-2025: 15-year, 100% real-property tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Ordinance 010-2025: Infrastructure Agreement for public improvements not to exceed $1,083,973
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• Proposed investment of approximately $11,000,000 for townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard

City Council

The City Council committees meet to discuss a Black History Month proclamation, employee of the year recognitions with $350 bonuses each, a third-reading ordinance transferring $100,000 from the General Fund to the Community Development Trust Fund for HOME Reinvestment, and a draft ordinance adding stop signs at multiple intersections on Maplewood, Collingwood, and Robinwood Avenues. Also on the agenda is a tabled ordinance organizing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority, with a public hearing set for February 18.

• Black History Month proclamation presented by Mayor, Black Culture Club, and Mayor's Youth Advisory Council
• Employee of the Year recognitions: Ray Cunningham (firefighter), Lee McKittrick (police), Cory Ollie (administrative), Ty Peterson (labor) — each with $350 bonus
• Ordinance 012-2025 (3rd reading): Transfer $100,000 from General Fund (101) to Community Development Trust Fund (550) for HOME Reinvestment
• Ordinance 017-2025 (draft): Add stop signs at Maplewood, Collingwood, and Robinwood Avenues at Elbern Avenue
• Ordinance 009-2025 (tabled): Organizing Fairway Cliffs Community Authority, establishing boundaries and board selection

The February 11, 2025, Council Committees meeting was largely procedural, with no final votes taken. Committees reviewed draft resolutions recognizing four 2024 Employee of the Year awardees (each with a $350 payment) and ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs development, including creating a community authority, a tax exemption, and a tax increment financing district. They also discussed a $100,000 fund transfer for home reinvestment and adding stop signs at three intersections. No decisions were made; all items are scheduled for adoption at the February 18, 2025, council meeting.

• Reviewed draft resolutions for 2024 Employee of the Year awards ($350 each) for Ray Cunningham, Lee McKittrick, Cory Ollie, and Ty Peterson
• Discussed ordinance to transfer $100,000 from General Fund to Community Development Trust Fund for home reinvestment
• Discussed adding stop signs at Maplewood, Collingwood, and Robinwood avenues at Elbern Avenue
• Discussed Fairway Cliffs ordinances: community authority, tax exemption, and TIF district
• No final votes taken; all items scheduled for adoption on 02-18-2025

BZBA

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold an organizational meeting to elect its 2025 leadership. The board will also consider a request for a variance regarding fence and wall height at a specific residential property.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for 2025
• Adoption of 2025 Rules and Regulations
• Case BA-25-01: Variance request for a 6-foot white vinyl privacy fence at 1040 Bernard Rd.

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals held its organizational meeting, elected officers, and approved the minutes from November 4, 2024. The board approved Case BA-25-01, a variance request for a privacy fence at 1040 Bernard Rd., with conditions including a four-foot solid vinyl fence with a lattice or picket top, a two-foot setback from sidewalk or driveway, a three-foot gap from the neighboring fence, and 50% opacity.

• Excused absence of Catrena Cannon (unanimous)
• Re-elected Michael Arends as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Brittney Agurs as 2025 BZBA Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Case BA-25-01 fence variance with conditions (unanimous)

BZBA

The Whitehall Board of Zoning and Building Appeals met on November 4, 2024, and approved a variance for a 6-foot fence at 3940 E Main St. The property owner requested the variance due to noise and lights from an adjacent commercial building. The board approved with the condition that the fence starts 8 feet from the sidewalk. The minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting were also approved.

• Approved Case BA-24-17: fence height variance (6 feet) at 3940 E Main St.
• Condition: fence must start 8 feet from the sidewalk.
• Applicant to remove existing chain-link fence owned by 3940 E Main St.
• Approved minutes from October 14, 2024 meeting.
• Unanimous vote by all five board members.

City Council

City Council will hold third readings on four ordinances establishing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority, approving a tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC, and creating a tax increment financing district. The council will also consider a $12.5 million supplemental appropriation for water main improvements, a $100,000 transfer to the community development trust fund, and $120,000 for police vehicles and a K9.

• Third reading: Ordinance 008-2025 determining petition compliance for Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Third reading: Ordinance 010-2025 approving a Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Third reading: Ordinance 011-2025 creating the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• First reading: Ordinance 014-2025 appropriating $12,500,000 from OWDA Improvement Fund for water main improvements
• First reading: Ordinance 016-2025 authorizing $120,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund for three unmarked vehicles and a police K9

Council adopted Ordinance 008-2025, determining the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority petition complies with state law and setting a hearing, despite a failed motion to table it (3-4). Three related ordinances (009, 010, 011) were tabled until February 18, 2025, per the developer's attorney's request. Council also adopted several appropriations, including $12.5 million for water main improvements, $120,000 for police vehicles and a K9, and $28,411 for COBRA benefits.

• Adopted Ordinance 008-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority petition compliance) 6-1
• Tabled Ordinance 009-2025 (organizing Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) until 02-18-2025
• Tabled Ordinance 010-2025 (tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs) until 02-18-2025
• Tabled Ordinance 011-2025 (Fairway Boulevard TIF district) until 02-18-2025
• Adopted Ordinance 014-2025 ($12.5M for water main improvements) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 015-2025 ($28,411 for COBRA benefits) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 016-2025 ($120,000 for police vehicles and K9) unanimously

City Council

Whitehall City Council is considering three ordinances to establish the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and provide tax incentives for a $11 million, 36-50 townhome development on Fairway Boulevard. The council will vote on ordinances that declare the petition sufficient, organize the authority, and approve a 15-year, 100% property tax exemption along with an infrastructure agreement up to $1,083,973. A fourth ordinance to create a tax increment financing district is also on the agenda but its text is incomplete.

• Ordinance 008-2025: Determines the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority petition complies with state law and sets a public hearing for February 18, 2025.
• Ordinance 009-2025: Organizes the Authority, appoints a 7-member board (3 citizen, 3 developer, 1 city), and sets a $10,000 surety bond per trustee.
• Ordinance 010-2025: Approves a 15-year, 100% property tax exemption for the Fairway Cliffs project and authorizes an infrastructure agreement with up to $1,083,973 in reimbursements.
• Development details: $11 million construction of 36-50 townhomes at 800 Fairway Boulevard on parcels #090-001776-00 and #090-001792-00.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a supplemental appropriation for water infrastructure and several ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs project. The body is also considering a $100,000 fund transfer for home reinvestment.

• Ordinance 014-2025: $12,500,000 appropriation from OWDA Improvement Fund for 2023 Whitehall Water Main Improvements Project
• Ordinance 012-2025: $100,000 fund transfer from General Fund to Community Development Trust Fund for home reinvestment
• Ordinance 008-2025: Petition for the creation of the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Ordinance 010-2025: Real property tax exemption application for Fairway Cliffs LLC
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creation of the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District

The council held committee meetings where no final votes were taken. The main discussion centered on the Fairway Cliffs housing development, with presentations on proposed ordinances for a community authority, tax exemptions, and a tax increment financing district. Councilor Dixon indicated he may move to table these ordinances until more information is received, and he wants emergency clauses removed. Other committees had no pending legislation, and the meeting was largely procedural.

• No final votes taken; all items remain in committee
• Ordinance 007-2025 withdrawn by applicant
• Ordinance 008-2025 (Fairway Cliffs Community Authority) set for 3rd reading/adoption on 02/04/2025
• Ordinance 009-2025 (organizing authority) set for 3rd reading/adoption on 02/18/2025 with public hearing
• Ordinance 010-2025 (tax exemption for Fairway Cliffs) set for 3rd reading/adoption on 02/04/2025
• Ordinance 011-2025 (TIF district) set for 3rd reading/adoption on 02/04/2025
• Councilor Dixon stated intent to table ordinances 008-2025, 009-2025, 010-2025, and 011-2025 until more information is received

Parks Commission

The Whitehall Parks and Recreation Commission will organize its leadership by electing a chair and vice-chair, then receive a special presentation on the Fairway Cliffs project from Economic Development Director Joe Long. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings, review November and December 2024 invoices and budget, and adopt the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Election of chair and vice-chair for 2025
• Special presentation on Fairway Cliffs by Economic Development Director Joe Long
• Review and approval of November and December 2024 invoices
• Review of November and December 2024 budget and income
• Approval of the 2025 meeting schedule including a special meeting on Dec 10

The Whitehall Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to support the acquisition of a proposed 2.5-acre park within the Fairway Cliffs development, which now includes 50 townhome units on 10.2 acres. The commission also approved the November 24 meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included introductions, a director's report, and discussion of a formal complaint.

• Supported acquisition of proposed 2.5-acre park in Fairway Cliffs development (all in favor)
• Approved November 24 meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (all in favor)

City Council

At this meeting, the Whitehall City Council will hold third readings and likely vote on a Nuisance Deer Management Program ordinance. They will also conduct second readings of several ordinances related to the Fairway Cliffs development, including creating a community authority, establishing a tax increment financing district, and approving tax exemptions. Additionally, the Council will consider first readings of fund transfers: $100,000 from the General Fund to the Community Development Trust Fund for home reinvestment, and $25,000 to the Recreation Trust Fund.

• Third reading of Ordinance 121-2024 creating a Nuisance Deer Management Program
• Second reading of Ordinances 008-2025 through 011-2025 for Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and tax incentives
• First reading of Ordinance 012-2025 transferring $100,000 to Community Development Trust Fund for home reinvestment
• First reading of Ordinance 013-2025 appropriating $25,000 to Recreation Trust Fund
• Special presentation by Mayor on Human Trafficking Proclamation

The council tabled a nuisance deer management ordinance and advanced several Fairway Cliffs development measures, including amending a tax exemption ordinance and scheduling a public hearing. It also adopted a $25,000 recreation trust fund appropriation and a resolution approving 'then and now' certificates. No final votes were taken on the Fairway Cliffs ordinances.

• Tabled Ordinance 121-2024 (nuisance deer management) (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance 010-2025 (Fairway Cliffs tax exemption) as submitted (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 013-2025 ($25,000 recreation trust fund appropriation) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 004-2025 (approving 'then and now' certificates) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Dec 17, Jan 7, and Jan 14 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will consider two ordinances: one creating a nuisance deer management program that permits limited bow hunting on properties meeting acreage requirements, and another that would repeal a prior community reinvestment area ordinance and approve 15-year real property tax exemptions for two development projects—a $4 million mixed-use project on South Yearling Road and a $3.2 million townhome project on Rickenbacker Avenue—along with authorizing the transfer of a city-owned parcel to the Whitehall Community Improvement Corporation.

• Creation of a deer management program allowing bow hunting on parcels of 5+ acres with a police chief permit and restrictions.
• Repeal of Ordinance 043-2022 and approval of new Community Reinvestment Area agreements.
• 15-year, 100% residential tax exemption for Yearling Rickenbacker Project ($4M investment, 24 townhomes, 10,000 sq ft commercial space).
• 15-year, 100% residential tax exemption for Yearling Green Project ($3.2M investment, 20 townhomes).
• Transfer of city-owned parcel 090-004347 (488 South Yearling Road) to the Whitehall Community Improvement Corporation.

City Council

City Council will vote on a resolution to support the Ohio Municipal League's challenge of AT&T's proposed tariff change that would require municipalities to pay the full cost of relocating AT&T facilities in public rights-of-way, even for health or safety reasons. The resolution authorizes Whitehall to intervene in the PUCO proceeding and notes that future financial support may be considered.

• Resolution No. 003-2025 supporting Ohio Municipal League's challenge to AT&T's tariff application (PUCO Case Nos. 24-1123-TP-ATA and 90-5032-TP-TRF)
• AT&T's proposed tariff would shift all relocation/undergrounding costs to municipalities, contradicting current Ohio law
• Challenge must be filed by January 17, 2025 to pause automatic approval; council votes to intervene
• City may consider providing financial support for the challenge at a future meeting

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will hold a special meeting with a single item on the agenda: a first reading of Resolution 003-2025. The resolution supports the Ohio Municipal League's challenge of AT&T's tariff application at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio and declares an emergency. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Resolution 003-2025: Supporting the Ohio Municipal League’s challenge of AT&T’s tariff application at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio and declaring an emergency

The council unanimously adopted Resolution 003-2025 supporting the Ohio Municipal League's challenge of AT&T's tariff application at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. The resolution declares an emergency and opposes AT&T's proposed tariff revision, which would increase financial contributions from cities. All seven members voted in favor.

• Adopted Resolution 003-2025 supporting OML's challenge of AT&T tariff (7-0)
• Suspended rules to allow immediate adoption of Resolution 003-2025 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a fund transfer to support homeowners with exterior home improvements. The body is also discussing the creation of the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and related tax incentives.

• Ordinance 012-2025: $100,000 transfer from General Fund to Home Reinvestment expense account
• Ordinance 121-2024: Creation of a nuisance deer management program
• Ordinance 008-2025 and 009-2025: Establishment of the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Ordinance 011-2025: Creation of the Fairway Boulevard Tax Increment Financing Incentive District
• Ordinance 010-2025: Real property tax exemption application for Fairway Cliffs LLC

The Whitehall City Council committees met on January 14, 2025, and discussed several ordinances but made no final decisions. Councilor Elmore moved to table Ordinance 121-2024, which would create a nuisance deer management program, to allow more time for community input and study. The council also reviewed a $100,000 HOME reinvestment program and multiple economic development ordinances, including the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority and tax incentives, but none were voted on at this meeting.

• Tabled Ordinance 121-2024 (nuisance deer management program) for further discussion
• Reviewed $100,000 HOME reinvestment program (Ordinance 012-2025) for future adoption
• Discussed Ordinance 007-2025 to repeal and replace Yearling Rickenbacker CRA
• Discussed Ordinance 008-2025 to create Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Discussed Ordinance 009-2025 to organize Fairway Cliffs Community Authority
• Discussed Ordinance 010-2025 for Fairway Cliffs CRA tax exemption
• Discussed Ordinance 011-2025 to create Fairway Boulevard TIF district

City Council

City Council is reviewing an ordinance to create a nuisance deer management program and a contract for health services. The body is also considering a $500,000 fund transfer to the Budget Stabilization Fund.

• Ordinance 121-2024: Creates a deer management program permitting bow and crossbow hunting on parcels of 5+ acres with specific permits
• Ordinance 121-2024: Prohibits the feeding of deer and migratory waterfowl
• Ordinance 001-2025: Contract with Franklin County Public Health for health services and plumbing inspections up to $203,408.33
• Ordinance 002-2025: Proposed $500,000 fund transfer from General Fund 101 to Budget Stabilization Fund 110

City Council

The Whitehall City Council will vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions, including creating a nuisance deer management program, a $500,000 transfer to the budget stabilization fund, and a series of measures to establish the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority with tax exemptions and a tax increment financing district. Other items include a health services contract with Franklin County and a grant for fire department radio systems.

• Ordinance 121-2024: Creating a nuisance deer management program (second reading)
• Ordinance 002-2025: Transferring $500,000 from General Fund to Budget Stabilization Fund
• Ordinance 001-2025: Authorizing a contract with Franklin County Public Health for health services and plumbing inspections
• Ordinances 008-011: Establishing the Fairway Cliffs Community Authority, approving tax exemptions and a TIF district for Fairway Cliffs LLC development
• Resolutions 002-2025 and 001-2025: Accepting MARCS grant for fire department and PEP+ reimbursement grant

The Whitehall City Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a contract with Franklin County Public Health for health services and plumbing inspections, a $500,000 transfer to the budget stabilization fund, and a grant acceptance for a radio communication system. All votes were unanimous. The council also heard public comments opposing the Fairway Cliffs development and discussed the deer management program, but took no action on those items.

• Adopted Ordinance 001-2025 authorizing contract with Franklin County Public Health (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 002-2025 transferring $500,000 to Budget Stabilization Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 003-2025 amending Ordinance 103-2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 004-2025 transferring funds for custodian and seasonal staff accounts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 002-2025 accepting MARCS grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 005-2025 appropriating $50,000 for fire department MARCS grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 006-2025 amending Codified Ordinance 161.39(a) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 001-2025 accepting PEP+ reimbursement grant (unanimous)