Wyoming, Ohio
Upcoming
Environmental Stewardship Commission
The Environmental Stewardship Commission will review and approve minutes from June, receive updates on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste, and discuss the compost program including outreach and long-term ideas with GoZero. They will also review the first draft of the ESC work plan and consider next steps.
- Update on solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste (Rob N)
- Compost program discussion: outreach for new users and status of 11 carts
- Further discussions with GoZero on long-term composting ideas
- Review of inputs added to first draft of ESC Work Plan
- Discussion of next steps for work plan
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review and discuss the assumptions for the 2027 tentative tax budget and the budget itself, as well as projections for 2027-2029. The committee will also vote on the minutes from the April 20, 2026 meeting.
- Approval of April 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of assumptions for the 2027 tentative tax budget
- Presentation and discussion of the 2027 tentative tax budget
- Discussion of assumptions for the 2027-2029 financial projections
Planning Commission
The Wyoming Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary review of the Vermont Primary School Development Plan at 33 Vermont Avenue as part of the Wyoming Primary Schools Redevelopment Project. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and citizen participation.
- Preliminary review of Vermont Primary School Development Plan, 33 Vermont Avenue
- Wyoming Primary Schools Redevelopment Project
Recent meetings
Streets & Roads Committee
The Streets & Roads Committee will hold an executive session to interview Meghan Johnson for a vacancy on the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Executive session under Section 121.03(b)(1) to interview Meghan Johnson (5:30–5:45 p.m.) for Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission vacancy
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board will hear a presentation of the conceptual plan for redeveloping Vermont Primary School at 33 Vermont Avenue. No decisions are expected at this meeting; it is a discussion item only.
- Presentation of conceptual plan for redevelopment of Vermont Primary School, 33 Vermont Avenue
Community Improvement Corporation
The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting with largely procedural items including approval of minutes and receipt of May 2026 financial statements. The main business is an executive session under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2) to discuss the purchase, sale, transfer, or lease of property.
- Approval of May 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Receipt of May 2026 financial statements
- Executive session to discuss property purchase, sale, transfer, or lease
Streets & Roads Committee
The Streets & Roads Committee will hold an executive session to interview Henry (Hank) Ziegler for a vacancy on the Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission. The agenda contains no other substantive items and is otherwise procedural.
- Executive session to interview Henry (Hank) Ziegler for Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission vacancy (6:15-6:30 p.m.)
City Council
City Council will take final action on the development plan for Elm Primary School at 134 Elm Avenue, including a zoning code amendment. The council will also hold a public hearing and second reading on proposed charter revisions for the November 2026 ballot, and first readings on bond issuances totaling up to $30 million. Additional items include renewal of special use permits for child care and group home facilities and approval of a contract for the Hike Bike Trail Phase 4 bridge project.
- Third reading and adoption of ordinance approving Elm Primary School development plan at 134 Elm Avenue and amending zoning code
- Public hearing and second reading of ordinance to place proposed charter revisions on the November 3, 2026 ballot
- First reading of ordinance to issue up to $20 million in bonds for outstanding bond anticipation notes
- First reading of ordinance to issue up to $10 million in bonds for permanently financing notes issued for various purposes (two separate items)
- Resolution authorizing contract with Fred A. Nemann Co. for the Hike Bike Trail Phase 4-Vale Creek Bridge Project
Environmental Stewardship Commission
The Environmental Stewardship Commission will review and approve the minutes from its May 13 meeting. It will receive an update on solid waste, recycling and residential food waste. Commissioners will discuss the draft work plan, including alignment of pollinator garden projects with the commission’s mission. The commission will also consider Rumpke’s proposal to use 95‑gallon recycling bins instead of the standard 65‑gallon size.
- Review and approve May 13 meeting minutes
- Solid waste, recycling, and residential food waste update (Rob N)
- Review draft ESC work plan and align pollinator gardens with mission
- Consider Rumpke proposal for 95‑gal recycling bins versus 65‑gal standard
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear appeals for four previously denied zoning requests at 167 Fleming Road, 365 Beech Avenue, 34 Walnut Avenue, and 15 Linden Drive. Each request was denied for violating city codes regulating driveways, rear yard setbacks, or side yard setbacks in single-family residence districts. The 15 Linden Drive case is a continuance from 2022.
- 167 Fleming Road: appeal of denied driveway expansion for additional front-yard parking (violation of Section 1153.06)
- 365 Beech Avenue: appeal of denied rear-yard one-story addition (violation of Section 1153.04(c))
- 34 Walnut Avenue: appeal of denied two-story garage addition in side yard (violation of Section 1183.06(b))
- 15 Linden Drive: appeal of denied driveway expansion for front-yard parking, continued from 2022 (violation of Section 1153.06)
Committee of the Whole
The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will hear reports and discuss several items, including a law enforcement drone purchase, a food scrap composting report, and a master plan update. No final votes are expected; the meeting is for discussion and information gathering.
- ESC Food Scrap Composting Report
- Law Enforcement Drone Purchase
- Master Plan Update
- May COTW Boards and Commission Discussion Follow-up
- Communication on Charter Ballot
The Committee of the Whole voted to support the Environmental Stewardship Commission’s effort to keep gathering information for a municipal composting facility. Council members also expressed support for the police department’s proposed drone program and agreed to hold a Public Safety Committee meeting to inform residents. The body approved moving the Recreation Commission discussion to September and will continue work on the annual boards‑and‑commissions planning process.
- Supported ESC to continue gathering information for a municipal composting proposal
- Supported police drone program and agreed to schedule a Public Safety Committee meeting for resident education
- Agreed to move Recreation Commission discussions to September
- Approved distribution of the draft annual planning process for boards and commissions for public feedback
- Continued preparation for a future Economic Development Commission presentation to Council
- Will continue evaluating alignment and effectiveness of all boards and commissions
Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission
The commission will discuss various beautification and maintenance topics. Items include Stearns Woods planning, pollinator discussions, and the upcoming annual report to council.
- Stearns Woods maintenance and planning
- Annual report to council due June 15
- Beautification Awards nomination deadline on June 19
- Ren Austing project discussion
- Millcreek Alliance and Mission Activity discussions
The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission approved the April 22, 2026, minutes as written. No substantive decisions were made on other agenda items; all were discussions or planning for future work.
- Approved April 22, 2026, minutes as written (unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider two applications in the Village Historic District: a two-story addition on a detached garage at 34 Walnut Avenue and a one-story addition on the house with reconstruction of a detached garage at 214 Burns Avenue. The board will also discuss Preservation Award nominations and updates from the Education and Outreach and Code Review subcommittees.
- 34 Walnut Avenue: Application for two-story addition on detached garage in Village Historic District
- 214 Burns Avenue: Application for one-story addition on house and reconstruction of detached garage in Village Historic District
- Historic Preservation Award nominations
- Education and Outreach Subcommittee update
- Code Review Subcommittee update
Architectural Review Board
The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will review two applications for additions in the Village Historic District: a two-story garage addition at 34 Walnut Avenue and a one-story house addition with garage reconstruction at 214 Burns Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, swearing-in of witnesses, and miscellaneous items such as Historic Preservation Award nominations and subcommittee reports.
- 34 Walnut Avenue: application for two-story addition on detached garage in the Village Historic District
- 214 Burns Avenue: application for one-story addition on house and reconstruct detached garage in the Village Historic District
- Discussion of Historic Preservation Award nominations
- Reports from Education and Outreach Subcommittee and Code Review Subcommittee
City Council
Wyoming City Council will begin the process of placing proposed charter revisions on the November 2026 ballot with a first reading of the ordinance. The council will also hold a public hearing and second reading for the development plan of Elm Primary School at 134 Elm Avenue, which includes a zoning code amendment. Other action includes authorizing a natural gas aggregation agreement and applying for a Transit Infrastructure Fund grant.
- First reading of ordinance to place proposed charter revisions on November 3, 2026 ballot (emergency declared)
- Public hearing and second reading of ordinance approving development plan for Elm Primary School at 134 Elm Avenue, amending zoning code
- Resolution authorizing city manager to execute natural gas aggregation program agreement with supplier via Energy Alliances, Inc.
- Resolution authorizing application for Transit Infrastructure Fund program and contracts
- Presentation by Hamilton County Auditor Jessica Miranda
The council voted to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings, a resolution for the Transit Infrastructure Fund, and three proclamations. The motion passed with all members voting yes. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved Consent Agenda (all yes)
Community Improvement Corporation
The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting on May 15, 2026. Business includes approval of prior meeting minutes and receipt of financial statements. The board will enter executive session to discuss potential property transactions under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(2).
- Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(2) to discuss purchase, sale, transfer, or lease of property
The CIC approved a one-year lease renewal for the second floor of 502 Wyoming Avenue, including two optional one-year renewal terms. The board also entered an executive session to discuss property matters and reviewed maintenance updates for the 400 and 500 Wyoming Avenue buildings.
- Approved April 17, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved entry into executive session for property matters (unanimous roll call vote)
- Approved lease renewal for 502 Wyoming Avenue, 2nd Floor (unanimous voice vote)
- Excused absent member Jennifer Smith (unanimous voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear appeals of four denied zoning variance requests: a fence at 180 Congress Run Road (continued), a one-story addition at 232 Worthington Avenue, a two-story addition at 1118 Burns Avenue, and a driveway expansion at 1127 Brayton Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its April 14 meeting.
- 180 Congress Run Road – fence reconstruction (Case #7-26, continued to future meeting)
- 232 Worthington Avenue – one-story side-yard addition denied due to setback violation
- 1118 Burns Avenue – two-story side-yard addition denied due to setback violation
- 1127 Brayton Avenue – driveway expansion denied due to front-yard width ordinance
The Wyoming Board of Zoning Appeals approved two side yard setback variance requests and one driveway width variance request. The board continued a fourth request for a driveway expansion to allow the applicant to redesign the plan.
- Approved 232 Worthington Avenue side yard variance (4-0-1 abstain)
- Approved 1118 Burns Avenue side yard variance (4-0)
- Continued 1127 Brayton Avenue driveway width variance request
- Continued 180 Congress Run Road front yard fence variance request
- Excused absent member Chris Woodside
- Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes
- Adjourned meeting at 6:46 p.m.
- Scheduled next meeting for June
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board will meet on May 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the City Building Conference Room. The board will review the development plans for site lighting at Elm Primary School, located at 134 Elm Avenue, under Chapter 1133 of the zoning code. A miscellaneous item will also be addressed before the meeting adjourns.
- Review of Elm Primary School site lighting plans at 134 Elm Avenue (Chapter 1133 zoning code)
The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved the Elm Primary School site lighting plan, contingent on staff verifying photometric levels, fixture consistency, and height specifications. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and discussed future facade grant projects.
- Approved Elm Primary School lighting (unanimous)
- Approved March 30, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Directed staff to verify photometric levels at residential property lines
- Directed staff to confirm heritage-style pole fixture consistency
- Directed staff to confirm pole height does not exceed 15 feet
- Directed staff to confirm dark bronze fixture color
- Discussed mural review process for future projects
- Discussed facade grant program for 16 local businesses
Committee of the Whole
The Wyoming Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting on May 4, 2026. The agenda includes a 10-minute update on the Mt Pleasant design and a 3-hour strategy session on boards and commissions. No votes, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Mt Pleasant design update (10-minute discussion)
- Boards & Commissions strategy session (3-hour discussion)
- No contracts, fee changes, or rezonings on the agenda
The Committee of the Whole received a design update for the Mt. Pleasant project and held a strategic workshop to review the city's boards and commissions. No formal votes were cast; the session focused on discussion and future action items.
- Received design update for Mt. Pleasant project (staff presentation)
- Discussed potential restructuring of Economic Development Commission
- Discussed potential restructuring of Recreation Commission
- Discussed clarifying roles of Environmental Stewardship and Urban Forestry commissions
- Discussed creating a new Community Culture and Connection Committee
- Discussed forming advisory groups for seniors and high school students
- Discussed improving appointment and volunteer processes
- Set deadlines for staff and council to report on restructuring by June and August
Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission
The Urban Forestry & Beautification Commission will approve March meeting minutes, receive resident input, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes Stearns Woods maintenance and planning, an Ohio River Foundation update, and Arbor Day planning for April 24 at Vermont School. New business covers attracting volunteers, the annual report to council on May 18, rain garden maintenance, and beautification awards nominations for May/early June. The next meeting is set for May 27.
- Approve March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
- Stearns Woods maintenance and planning
- Arbor Day planning (Friday, April 24, 2026, 2:15 PM, Vermont School 3rd grade)
- Annual report to council (May 18 council meeting)
- Rain Garden Maintenance (usually in May)
The commission approved reaching out to the Mill Creek Alliance to recruit additional volunteers for Stearns Woods. They also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and discussed upcoming events including Arbor Day and a rain garden cleanup. No votes were recorded for the approvals.
- Approved March 25, 2026 minutes as written
- Approved reaching out to Mill Creek Alliance to recruit volunteers for Stearns Woods
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from January and review the 2026 first quarter financial summary. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of January 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review of 2026 first quarter financial summary
City Council
City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed demolition of Elm Primary School at 134 Elm Avenue in the Village Historic District, followed by a motion to approve the application. The council will also consider the first reading of an ordinance approving a development plan for the site and amending the zoning code. Other business includes resolutions for electric aggregation, a facade improvement grant, and liquor permit renewals.
- Public hearing and motion to approve demolition of Elm Primary School, 134 Elm Avenue, in the Village Historic District
- First reading of ordinance approving the development plan for Elm Primary School and amending the zoning code
- Resolution authorizing utility aggregation agreement with supplier recommended by Energy Alliances, Inc.
- Resolution authorizing joint grant agreements with Hamilton County for facade improvement grant
- Annual renewal of liquor permits with no objection
The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a contract for tax software, several proclamations, a license agreement for the May Fete event, and other routine items. A resolution designating April 19-25 as Volunteer Week was also adopted unanimously. An ordinance for a bike path survey plat was removed from the consent agenda for further discussion, and no vote was taken on it.
- Approved consent agenda (8 items) including tax software contract, proclamations, and license agreement (5-0)
- Adopted resolution designating Volunteer Week (5-0)
Community Improvement Corporation
The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting on April 17, 2026. The agenda includes an update on the City of Wyoming 2026 Façade Grant Program and a discussion regarding Gilligan's Brewery at 400 Wyoming Avenue. The board will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and receive the March 2026 financial statements.
- Approval of March 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Receipt of March 2026 financial statements
- Update on City of Wyoming 2026 Façade Grant Program
- Discussion of Gilligan's Brewery at 400 Wyoming Avenue
The Wyoming Community Improvement Corporation approved entering an executive session to discuss property matters and unanimously excused the absent Mayor Melissa Monich. No substantive decisions were made regarding the Gilligan's Brewery project.
- Entered executive session to discuss property matters (unanimous)
- Excused Mayor Melissa Monich from meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:40 a.m. (unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The joint Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will consider an application for a property addition at 35 Worthington Avenue in the Village Historic District. They will also review the Master Plan Implementation Matrix and approve prior meeting minutes.
- 35 Worthington Avenue: application to construct an addition in the Village Historic District
- Master Plan Implementation Matrix Review
- Approval of March 18, 2026 joint meeting minutes
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a request to construct a two-story addition on a contributing property at 35 Worthington Avenue in the Village Historic District. The unanimous vote allows the owners to proceed with permitting.
- Approved 35 Worthington Avenue addition (unanimous)
- Approved March 18, 2026 HPC-ARB minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed mid-century modern architecture guidelines
- Discussed historic marker for Village Historic District
- Discussed code cleanup subcommittee formation
Architectural Review Board
This joint meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hear an application to construct an addition at 35 Worthington Avenue, located in the Village Historic District. The board will also review the Master Plan Implementation Matrix. The session includes approval of prior meeting minutes and swearing-in of witnesses.
- 35 Worthington Avenue: application to construct an addition in Village Historic District
- Master Plan Implementation Matrix Review
- Approval of minutes from March 18, 2026 joint meeting
- Swearing-in of witnesses
The joint body approved a request to construct a two-story addition on a contributing property in the Village Historic District. The Historic Preservation Commission also conducted an annual review of the Master Plan implementation matrix.
- Approved application for two-story addition at 35 Worthington Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved March 18, 2026 HPC-ARB meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two appeals of previously denied fence construction requests. One at 734 Brooks Avenue and another at 180 Congress Run Road. Both were denied for violating city setback, height, and front yard fence ordinances.
- 734 Brooks Avenue – appeal of denied fence permit for violating setback (Section 1183.18(a)) and height (Section 1183.10(6)(A)) regulations
- 180 Congress Run Road – appeal of denied fence permit for violating front yard decorative fence regulation (Section 1183.09(a)(4))
The Board approved the variance request to replace the existing fence at 734 Brooks Avenue, allowing a 6‑foot fence with a 1½‑foot height variance. The motion passed unanimously. The Board also approved the March 10 minutes, excused absent member Bob Kearns, continued the front‑yard fence case at 180 Congress Run Road, and adjourned the meeting.
- Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (all voted yes)
- Approved fence variance for 734 Brooks Avenue (all voted yes)
- Excused absent member Bob Kearns (all voted yes, voice vote)
- Continued front‑yard fence variance case for 180 Congress Run Road (no vote)
- Adjourned meeting (all voted yes, voice vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review the Elm Primary School Development Plan for 134 Elm Avenue under Chapter 1133 of the Planning & Zoning Code. This is the only substantive business item on the agenda; other items include approval of prior minutes and citizen participation.
- Review of Elm Primary School Development Plan, 134 Elm Avenue, per Chapter 1133 of the Planning & Zoning Code
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will discuss City revenue, the Façade Grant Program for businesses, and Master Plan implementation focusing on economic development zones and specific corridors. Development updates include the Wyoming Primary School Facilities Redevelopment, the Vale Creek Bridge on the West Fork Mill Creek Greenway Trail, Chisholm Park improvements, and the Wyoming-Lockland Gateway Streetscape.
- Master Plan Implementation discussion: Economic Development & Zones of Potential Change, South Pike, City Center, Promenade, North Pike, Tactics
- Wyoming Primary School Facilities Redevelopment update
- West Fork Mill Creek Greenway Trail/Wyoming Hike-Bike Trail: Vale Creek Bridge
- Chisholm Park Improvements
- Wyoming-Lockland Gateway Streetscape