Springfield, Ohio

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Springfield Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on July 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM. The board will discuss and take action on eight pending appeal cases, identified by case numbers and addresses: 1323 W Johnny Lytle Ave, 730 E Madison Ave, 119 E McCreight Ave, 1108‑1110 N Bechtle Ave (two cases), 501 W McCreight Ave, 424‑426 East St, and 14 N Yellow Springs St. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of June minutes, and swearing in of witnesses.

• Case #26‑A‑15 – 1323 W Johnny Lytle Ave
• Case #26‑A‑16 – 730 E Madison Ave
• Case #26‑A‑19 – 119 E McCreight Ave
• Case #26‑A‑22 – 1108‑1110 N Bechtle Ave
• Case #26‑A‑17 – 1108‑1110 N Bechtle Ave

Public Comment Period

The City Commission is meeting to provide a forum for public and commissioner comments. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will vote on a six-month moratorium for high-density computing facilities and a rezoning of 2.94 acres on Columbus Avenue. The body is also reviewing several emergency ordinances regarding infrastructure grants and road improvements.

• Six-month moratorium on High-Density Computing Facilities
• Rezoning 2.94 acres at 2725-2727 Columbus Avenue to Light Industrial District
• Airport Infrastructure Grant Agreement up to $1,023,247.00
• Quicklime purchase contract for Water Treatment Plant not to exceed $1,598,750.00
• Resurfacing of East Main Street (US Route 40) between Greenmount Avenue and Burnett Road

Work Session - Solid Waste District Update

The City Commission is holding a work session to receive a Solid Waste District update. The presentation will be delivered by Chuck Bauer and Bonnie Martens.

• Solid Waste District update presented by Chuck Bauer and Bonnie Martens

City Planning Board

The City Planning Board will discuss several zoning cases and a proposed amendment to the Zoning Code. The agenda includes case reviews for properties on Lindeman Drive and Buxton Avenue.

• Case #26-Z-02: 1765, 1770, 1800, and 1805 Lindeman Dr
• Case #26-Z-03: 244 Buxton Ave
• Case #26-CODE-02: Zoning Code Amendment

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Springfield Historic Landmarks Commission will discuss a single case (Case #26-05) for a property at 1019 S Limestone Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and comments from board and staff.

• Discussion of Case #26-05 for 1019 S Limestone St

Public Comment Period

Este es un período de comentarios públicos procesal para la Springfield City Commission. No se están decidiendo ni discutiendo elementos, ordenanzas o contratos específicos. La reunión incluye solo llamado al orden, pase de lista, comentarios de la audiencia, comentarios de los comisionados y clausura.

• No hay elementos específicos en la agenda, solo período de comentarios públicos de rutina

Work Session: Land Bank

La Comisión de la Ciudad de Springfield llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo para recibir una actualización del Clark County Land Bank por parte del Director Ejecutivo Ethan Harris. No se lista ningún otro asunto; la sesión es solo informativa.

• Presentación de actualización del Clark County Land Bank por el Director Ejecutivo Ethan Harris

City Commission Regular Meeting

La Comisión de la Ciudad votará sobre varias ordenanzas de segunda lectura para subvenciones de reparación de viviendas y fondos para refugios de emergencia, y sobre ordenanzas de emergencia para un proyecto de pavimentación de calles de $2.69 millones (Selma Road y East Main Street) y la venta de propiedad municipal en 1520 N Belmont Avenue. La comisión también realizará las primeras lecturas de una moratoria de seis meses sobre instalaciones de computación de alta densidad, un cambio de zonificación en 2725-2727 Columbus Avenue y una ordenanza de seguridad peatonal, entre otros artículos.

• Moratoria de seis meses sobre nuevas instalaciones de computación de alta densidad (centros de datos) para su revisión y estudio
• Rezonificación de 2.94 acres en 2725-2727 Columbus Avenue del Distrito Industrial a Distrito Industrial Ligero
• Contrato de emergencia de $2,690,398.90 con The Shelly Company para el reasfaltado de Selma Road y East Main Street
• Venta de propiedad de propiedad municipal en 1520 North Belmont Avenue a Cincinnati Bell Telephone Company LLC
• Compra de 3,450 toneladas de sal de roca para el invierno 2026-2027 por hasta $294,837

Public Hearing - Rezoning 2725-2727 Columbus Ave.

La Comisión de la Ciudad lleva a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar el cambio de zonificación de 2.94 acres en 2725-2727 Columbus Avenue de Springfield Township I-1 (Distrito Industrial) a City I-LI (Distrito Industrial Ligero). La audiencia incluye informes del personal y comentarios públicos.

• Reclasificación propuesta de 2.94 acres en 2725-2727 Columbus Ave, Parcela No. 3150700023208051
• Cambio de Springfield Township I-1 Distrito Industrial a City I-LI Distrito Industrial Ligero

Public Comment Period

Esta es una reunión de procedimiento que consiste únicamente en un período de comentarios públicos. La Comisión Municipal escuchará comentarios del público, pero no se programaron votaciones, ordenanzas u otros asuntos de negocios.

The City Commission held an informal meeting for public comments. No substantive legislative decisions or ordinances were acted upon during this session.

• Adjourned the public hearing (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

La Comisión de la Ciudad votará sobre múltiples ordenanzas, incluidas las primeras lecturas para programas de reparación de viviendas y acuerdos de subvenciones, las segundas lecturas para cambios en la licencia de tabaco y la renovación de Google Workspace de $425,875, y las ordenanzas de emergencia que adoptan el presupuesto de impuestos de 2027, autorizando casi $2.3 millones en bonos de infraestructura de aceras y un contrato de construcción de $1.4 millones, financiando cinco unidades de vivienda asequible en West Euclid Avenue por $540,596, y aprobando un contrato de servicios de facturación médica de $567,000.

• $1,427,253.10 contrato con CW Tree and Outdoor Service para el Programa de Aceras, Bordes y Alcantarillas de 2026 (emergencia)
• $540,596.00 acuerdo con Neighborhood Housing Partnership de la Community Housing Development Organization para cinco unidades de vivienda asequible en West Euclid Avenue (emergencia)
• $425,875.00 renovación de 625 licencias de Google Workspace Business por un plazo de cinco años (segunda lectura)
• Adopción del Presupuesto de Impuestos para el año fiscal 2027 (emergencia)
• $567,000.00 acuerdo de tres años de servicios de facturación médica con Medicount Management (emergencia)

The Commission adopted the 2027 tax budget and approved several million dollars in notes and contracts for sidewalk, curb, and gutter programs. They also passed an ordinance updating tobacco retailer licensing and sales regulations.

• Approved 2027 Tax Budget (5-0)
• Approved $1,191,800 note for 2024-C Sidewalk, Curb and Gutter Program (5-0)
• Approved $1,065,700 note for 2026 Sidewalk, Curb and Gutter Program (5-0)
• Approved $1,427,253.10 contract with CW Tree and Outdoor Service LLC (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Tobacco Retailer Licensing and Sales ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $425,875 purchase of 625 Google Workspace licenses (5-0)
• Approved $229,600 for water treatment rotary vane actuators (5-0)
• Approved $80,273.70 contract for S. Burnett Road and Kenton Street traffic signals (5-0)

Public Hearing - 2027 Tax Budget

La Comisión de la Ciudad celebrará una audiencia pública para considerar el Presupuesto de Impuestos de 2027 propuesto. La reunión incluye un informe del personal y una oportunidad para comentarios de la audiencia.

• Consideración del Presupuesto de Impuestos de 2027 Propuesto (Artículo 134-26)

The Springfield City Commission held a public hearing on the proposed 2027 Tax Budget. Finance Director Katie Eviston presented the budget, noting flattening income tax revenues and a projected $4 million General Fund gap. The hearing included discussion of revenue trends and one-time funding sources, but no decision was made on the tax budget.

• Accepted certification of public notice (5-0, procedural)
• Adjourned the public hearing (5-0)

Public Hearing - FY 2025 CAPER

La Comisión Municipal de Springfield realiza una audiencia pública para recibir comentarios sobre el borrador del Informe Anual Consolidado de Desempeño y Evaluación (CAPER) para el año fiscal 2025. El CAPER resume el uso que la ciudad ha dado a los fondos federales para vivienda y desarrollo comunitario. No hay otros temas sustantivos en la agenda.

• Audiencia pública sobre el Informe Anual Consolidado de Desempeño y Evaluación (Borrador) para el año fiscal 2025 – Punto 129-26

The hearing presented the draft FY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), which summarizes CDBG, HOME, and ESG grant accomplishments. No Commission action was required; the hearing was informational only. No public comments were received.

• No substantive decisions were made; the hearing was informational only

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación celebrará audiencias públicas y tomará medidas sobre dos casos: el Caso #26-A-13 en 1559 E Main St y el Caso #26-A-14 en 457 W North St. El orden del día no proporciona detalles sobre la naturaleza de las solicitudes. La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas de mayo y jurará a los testigos.

• Caso #26-A-13 en 1559 E Main St
• Caso #26-A-14 en 457 W North St
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de mayo

Historic Landmarks Commission

La Comisión de Monumentos Históricos se reunirá para aprobar las actas de reuniones anteriores y discutir un caso, el Caso #26-04, sobre una propiedad en 406-408 S Fountain Avenue. Seguirán comentarios de la junta y el personal. No hay más reuniones programadas.

• Discusión del Caso #26-04 sobre 406-408 S Fountain Avenue

Work Session: ODOT DFR Program

La Comisión Municipal lleva a cabo una sesión de trabajo para recibir una presentación sobre el Programa de Drones para Primeros Respondedores (DFR) del Ohio Department of Transportation. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas. La sesión incluye presentaciones de ODOT, Motorola y funcionarios de la policía y bomberos.

• Presentación sobre el Programa de Drones para Primeros Respondedores (DFR) de ODOT
• Los presentadores incluyen a Richard Fox (DriveOhio UAS Center), Michael Swope (Motorola), el Capitán de Policía Michael Kranz y el Jefe Asistente Brian Leciejewski
• Solo sesión de trabajo; no hay audiencias públicas ni ordenanzas en la agenda

The City Commission held a work session to receive a presentation on the Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only. The program, funded through ODOT, would deploy two drones for emergency response with privacy safeguards.

• No formal votes or decisions were taken during the work session.

City Commission Regular Meeting

La Comisión de la Ciudad de Springfield considerará autorizar un contrato de dos años para un programa piloto de Drone First Responder y aprobará financiamiento para reemplazos de servicios de agua y reparaciones de aceras. La reunión también incluye aprobaciones de rutina para licencias de software, participación de agencias de impuestos y seguro dental de empleados.

• Contrato del programa piloto Drone First Responder con Motorola Solutions (hasta $239,996)
• Orden de cambio del proyecto de reemplazo de servicio de agua en East High Street (hasta $972,649)
• Contrato del Programa de Aceras, Bordillos y Cunetas 2026 (hasta $1,303,837)
• Renovación de licencias de Google Workspace Business (hasta $425,875)
• Subvención de JobsOhio para la cerca de seguridad del aeropuerto (hasta $350,000)

The Springfield City Commission approved a two-year Drone First Responder Pilot Program with Motorola Solutions at up to $239,996, and also authorized participation in RITA's non-filing tax enforcement program. All votes were 4-0 on seven emergency ordinances and two second-reading ordinances, including a $350K grant for an airport security fence and a $12,975 decrease in a utility billing contract. First readings were introduced for tobacco retailer licensing changes and several other contracts.

• Approved Drone First Responder Pilot Program with Motorola Solutions (Ord. 141-26, 4-0)
• Approved participation in RITA Non-Filing Delinquency Program for tax enforcement (Ord. 140-26, 4-0)
• Approved grant agreement with JobsOhio for $350K airport security fence (Ord. 123-26, 4-0)
• Approved decrease of $12,975.10 in SpryPoint utility billing contract (Ord. 032-24, 4-0)
• Approved $51,126 change order for East High Street water service replacements (Ord. 201-25, 4-0)
• Approved renewal of dental insurance contract with Superior Dental Care (Ord. 143-26, 4-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriations across various funds (Ord. 009-26, 4-0)
• Approved confirmation of purchases and services including indigent cremation expenses (Ord. 010-26, 4-0)

Public Comment Period

La Comisión de la Ciudad se reunirá para llevar a cabo un período de comentarios públicos. La agenda incluye un llamado al orden, pase de lista y oportunidades para comentarios del público y los comisionados.

The Springfield City Commission held a public comment period on June 2, 2026. Residents and stakeholders raised concerns about fire department staffing, data center development, tobacco retailer licensing, street parking, drone use, and transparency. No official decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the comment period.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 PM (4-0)

Public Comment Period

Esta reunión es únicamente un período de comentarios públicos sin decisiones ni discusiones específicas en la agenda. La Comisión Municipal escuchará los comentarios de la audiencia y de los comisionados.

The City Commission held a public comment period where residents raised concerns about zoning enforcement, police misidentification, data centers, homelessness, fire staffing, and other issues. No votes or substantive decisions were taken during the meeting, which adjourned after public and commissioner comments.

• Adjourned public comment period (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

La Comisión Municipal considerará varias ordenanzas de emergencia, incluyendo la construcción del aeropuerto y ajustes en proyectos de pavimentación. La agenda también incluye discusiones sobre cobertura médica para empleados, un nuevo acuerdo de refugio de emergencia y varias enmiendas a ordenanzas municipales.

• Acuerdo de subvención con JobsOhio por hasta $350,000.00 para la cerca de seguridad del Aeropuerto Municipal Springfield-Beckley
• Contrato con The Shelly Company para la construcción de la plataforma de amarre del aeropuerto por hasta $459,960.00
• Acuerdo de subreceptor con Homefull para operaciones de refugio de emergencia por hasta $853,758.00
• Contrato con JMD Architectural Products para el reemplazo del techo claristorio del Centro de Servicio por hasta $269,000.00
• Subvención del Estado de Ohio para la Reducción de la Violencia Criminal por hasta $119,939.75

The Commission approved a long-overdue update to building permit fees (5-0), authorized a no-cost fire inspection software platform, and passed a TIF cooperative agreement for Maple Grove development. It also approved a violent crime reduction grant of up to $119,939.75, and multiple infrastructure contracts for airport apron rehabilitation, roof replacement, and paving projects. All votes were unanimous except a 4-0 approval of prior meeting minutes (one abstention).

• Approved building permit fee overhaul (5-0)
• Approved fire inspection software platform at no cost (5-0)
• Approved sewer services for development at 1741 Thrawn Road (5-0)
• Approved TIF cooperative agreement for Maple Grove development (5-0)
• Approved airport apron rehabilitation contract up to $459,960 (5-0)
• Approved service center roof replacement up to $269,000 (5-0)
• Approved violent crime reduction grant up to $119,939.75 (5-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for storm damage repairs and ladder truck (5-0)

Work Session: New Utility Billing Software, SpryPoint

La Comisión de la Ciudad de Springfield celebra una sesión de trabajo para recibir una actualización sobre el nuevo Software de Facturación de Servicios Públicos, SpryPoint. La presentación está a cargo de la Administradora de Ingresos de Servicios Públicos e Impuestos sobre la Renta, Brandy Bubp, y del Especialista Senior en Facturación, Kevin Walters. No se programan votaciones ni decisiones; la sesión es solo informativa.

• Actualización sobre el nuevo Software de Facturación de Servicios Públicos, SpryPoint, presentada por Brandy Bubp y Kevin Walters

The work session was informational only; no formal decisions were taken. Staff presented an update on the city's transition to the SpryPoint utility billing software, which became operational in December. The system replaces a text-based platform from the 1990s and cost approximately $1.2 million for implementation and first five years of service. Features include a customer portal with online payments, immediate posting, and self-service options.

• Adjourned work session (5-0)

Executive Session - Property Matters

La City Commission celebrará una sesión ejecutiva el 19 de mayo de 2026 para discutir asuntos de propiedad. Esta es una sesión cerrada sin votos públicos ni decisiones esperadas. La sesión es presentada por el Community Development Director y el Assistant Law Director.

• Sesión ejecutiva sobre asuntos de propiedad (no se enumeran propiedades ni acciones específicas)

The City Commission entered into an executive session to discuss property matters. No substantive decisions or actions were recorded during the session.

• Entered into executive session on property matters (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:42 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación discutirá y tomará medidas sobre cinco casos en su reunión del 18 de mayo. Los casos se identifican solo por dirección, sin más detalles proporcionados en la agenda. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas y la juramentación de testigos.

• Case #26-A-07: 448 N Limestone St
• Case #26-A-08: 1610 Lagonda Ave
• Case #26-A-09: 1652 N Limestone St
• Case #26-A-10: 2522 Beatrice St
• Case #26-A-11: 457 W North St

Historic Landmarks Commission

Historic Landmarks Commission discutirá el Caso #26-02 para 404 E McCreight Avenue, junto con la aprobación rutinaria de actas y comentarios del personal. No se programan votos ni decisiones.

• Discusión del Caso #26-02 en 404 E McCreight Avenue

Historic Landmarks Commission Training

La Comisión de Monumentos Históricos se reúne para capacitación. El orden del día no contiene ítems de discusión específicos ni decisiones.

City Planning Board

El City Planning Board de Springfield, Ohio se reunirá el 11 de mayo de 2026. La mayoría del orden del día consta de pasos procedimentales estándar como la lista de asistencia y la aprobación de las actas pasadas. El board está programado para discutir un solo ítem: el Caso #26-Z-01 en 2725–2727 Columbus Ave.

• Discusión del Caso #26-Z-01 para propiedades en 2725–2727 Columbus Ave
• Aprobación de la capacitación de abril, abril y las actas firmadas de la reunión de marzo

City Commission Regular Meeting

La Comisión llevará a cabo primeras lecturas sobre cambios de ordenanza, incluyendo una revisión de tarifas de permisos y un acuerdo de servicio de alcantarillado para un desarrollo en 1741 Thrawn Road. Las segundas lecturas incluyen el Plan de Acción 2026 para subvenciones federales de vivienda (CDBG, ESG, HOME), un contrato con NEORide para apoyo al tránsito ($121,968) y un contrato de radio MARCS ($32,100). Las ordenanzas de emergencia incluyen aceptar una subvención energética NOPEC de $58,022 y aprobar una orden de cambio que disminuye el contrato de aceras en $78,769.

• Primera lectura para derogar y reemplazar el Capítulo 1313 (Tarifas de permisos) por completo
• Primera lectura para autorizar servicios de alcantarillado para el desarrollo en 1741 Thrawn Road
• Segunda lectura para presentar el Plan de Acción HUD 2026 para los programas CDBG/ESG/HOME
• Segunda lectura para autorizar el contrato NEORide por hasta $121,968
• Ordenanza de emergencia para aceptar subvención energética NOPEC de hasta $58,022

The City Commission unanimously approved the 2026 Action Plan for HUD's CDBG, Emergency Solutions Grant, and HOME programs, authorizing the city to administer these federal funds for the fiscal year. They also passed several other ordinances, including a $121,968 NEORide transit support agreement, a $58,022 NOPEC energy grant for police headquarters improvements, and various contract authorizations and bond releases. First-reading ordinances on updated permit fees and a fire inspection software platform were introduced for future consideration.

• Approved 2026 HUD Action Plan for CDBG, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grants (4-0)
• Passed $121,968 NEORide transit staff and support agreement (4-0)
• Passed $58,022 NOPEC energy grant for police chiller and service roof (4-0)
• Passed $32,100 MARCS radio communication fees for 2026-27 (4-0)
• Passed $70,000 board and secure services contract with option to renew (4-0)
• Approved $1,000 contribution to Springfield Promise Neighborhood garden tour (4-0)
• Approved CDBG subrecipient amendment with Nehemiah Foundation (4-0)
• Passed Change Order No. 2 decreasing 2024 sidewalk contract by $78,769 (4-0)

Executive Session - Property Matters

La City Commission se reunirá en una sesión ejecutiva el 4 de mayo de 2026. La discusión involucra asuntos de propiedad presentados por el Administrador de la Ciudad Bryan Heck y el Director de Desarrollo Comunitario Logan Cobbs.

• Sesión ejecutiva sobre asuntos de propiedad

The City Commission met for an executive session focused on property matters. No formal decisions were made during the session.

• Adjourned into executive session on property matters (3-0)
• Adjourned executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Public Comment Period

La City Commission se reunirá para llevar a cabo un período de comentario público. La reunión incluye tiempo para comentarios del público y comentarios de los comisionados.

The City Commission held an informal meeting focused on public comments. Discussions included data center development, traffic signal removal at Columbia Street and Lagonda Avenue, and homelessness response efforts.

• Adjourned the public hearing (4-0)

Work Session - Springfield 2051 Update

La Comisión de la Ciudad celebrará una sesión de trabajo para recibir una actualización sobre Springfield 2051. La presentación será ofrecida por David Beurle y Marta Wojcik.

• Actualización sobre Springfield 2051 presentada por David Beurle y Marta Wojcik

The City Commission held a work session to receive an update on the Springfield 2051 initiative. The steering committee reported on community engagement efforts and the identification of seven strategic pillars for the city's future.

• Work session held to discuss Springfield 2051 update
• Steering committee presented seven strategic pillars
• 1,572 residents completed community survey
• More than 1,000 participants in listening and visioning sessions
• Advisory committee of 70 community members formed
• Implementation planning phase initiated
• Podcast 'Let’s Make History Together' released
• Meeting adjourned on motion of Tackett, seconded by Rigsbee (4-0)

Public Comment Period

Esta es una reunión procesal de periodo de comentarios públicos. La Comisión de la Ciudad escuchará comentarios de la audiencia y de los comisionados, pero no hay ordenanzas, contratos u otras acciones vinculantes programadas para discusión o decisión.

The Springfield City Commission held a public comment period on April 21, 2026, where residents raised concerns about fire department staffing, panhandling, transparency, and other issues. Commissioners discussed the fire service challenges but took no votes or formal actions. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous procedural motion.

City Commission Regular Meeting

La City Commission considerará una ordenanza en segunda lectura para anexar 4.6 acres en Moorefield Township en 2425 Mechanicsburg Road. La agenda incluye primeras lecturas del HUD Action Plan 2026, un acuerdo por $122,000 con NEORide y un contrato por $70,000 para servicios de tapiado. Los puntos de emergencia incluyen hasta $900,000 para un camión escalera usado y $593,000 para la rehabilitación del patio de aeronaves en el aeropuerto. Los Commissioners también nombrarán a Daniel Hearlihy en la Historic Landmarks Commission.

• Anexión de 4.6223 acres en 2425 Mechanicsburg Road (segunda lectura)
• Autorización para presentar el Plan de Acción 2026 a la HUD para los programas CDBG, ESG y HOME (primera lectura)
• Compra de un camión escalera Ferrara usado de 2015 a la Harmonville Fire Company por hasta $900,000 (ordenanza de emergencia)
• Participación en el Ohio Plan Risk Management con primas de hasta $850,000 (ordenanza de emergencia)
• Objeción a la renovación del permiso de licor en Paul’s Corner Lounge (Mister B’s), 1128 N. Burnett Road (resolución de emergencia)

The City Commission voted 5-0 to annex 4.6 acres at 2425 Mechanicsburg Road. It authorized up to $900,000 for a used fire ladder truck and adopted the 2026 sidewalk program. The commission also objected to renewing a liquor permit for Paul’s Corner Lounge based on police data. All other resolutions and ordinances passed unanimously.

• Approved annexation of 4.6223 acres at 2425 Mechanicsburg Road (5-0)
• Approved purchase of used 2015 Ferrara ladder truck up to $900,000 (5-0)
• Adopted 2026 Sidewalk, Curb & Gutter Program (5-0)
• Approved $850,000 insurance renewal with Ohio Plan (5-0)
• Accepted $593,259 airport improvement grant with $31,224 local match (5-0)
• Objected to renewal of liquor permit for Paul’s Corner Lounge (5-0)
• Appointed Daniel Hearlihy to Historic Landmarks Commission (5-0)
• Approved plat agreement for Northpoint Section 2 subdivision (5-0)

Public Hearing - FY 2026 Action Plan

La Comisión de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Acción Anual del año fiscal 2026. La audiencia incluye un informe del personal, comentarios de los comisionados y comentarios de la audiencia. No se enumeran montos de financiamiento específicos ni detalles de proyectos en la agenda.

• Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Acción Anual del año fiscal 2026 (artículo 104-26)

The City Commission held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 Annual Action Plan for HUD entitlement funding. Director of Community Development Logan Cobbs presented the plan, which outlines the proposed use of federal funds for housing, community development, and neighborhood needs. No public comments were received, and the plan was not voted on; a second reading is scheduled for May 4, 2026.

• Certified proper legal notice published in Springfield News-Sun on March 16, 2026 (5-0)
• Adjourned the public hearing at 6:54 p.m. (5-0)

Work Session - Parks Levy

La Comisión de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo para escuchar una presentación de la Directora de Parques Leann Castillo sobre el Clark County Parks Levy. No hay votaciones ni decisiones programadas; la sesión es solo informativa.

• Presentación sobre el Clark County Parks Levy por la Directora de Parques Leann Castillo

The City Commission held a work session to hear a presentation regarding the park system and an upcoming May 5 renewal levy. The discussion focused on the scope of the Park District and the impact of the levy on maintenance and operations.

• Work session adjourned (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y votará sobre el Caso #26-A-05 relacionado con la propiedad en 2115 Memorial Dr. No hay otros puntos sustantivos en la agenda.

• Caso #26-A-05: 2115 Memorial Dr (audiencia pública y acción)

City Planning Board Training

Esta es una reunión de capacitación procesal de la Junta de Planificación de la Ciudad de Springfield sin audiencias públicas, rezonificaciones ni aprobaciones de contratos en la agenda. El único punto de discusión es una sesión de capacitación de la junta.

• Capacitación de la Junta de Planificación de la Ciudad (no se detallan temas específicos)

City Planning Board

La Springfield City Planning Board llevará a cabo una discusión sobre una enmienda propuesta al Capítulo 1127. No hay otros asuntos sustantivos en la agenda.

• Discusión de enmienda al Capítulo 1127

Public Comment Period

Esta es una reunión de procedimiento en la que la Comisión de la Ciudad llevará a cabo un período de comentarios públicos, pero no se enumeran decisiones, ordenanzas ni discusiones específicas en la agenda.

The meeting consisted of public comments and administrative updates. No substantive legislative decisions were made. The Commission provided information regarding an upcoming community event.

• Adjourned public hearing (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

La Comisión de la Ciudad llevará a cabo primeras lecturas sobre una solicitud de anexión de 4.6223 acres en 2425 Mechanicsburg Road, un acuerdo de plano de subdivisión para Northpoint Section 2, y una orden de cambio de contrato de demolición. Las segundas lecturas incluyen la desocupación de un callejón, un aumento de contrato de $492,455 para un proyecto de estación de bombeo, y múltiples compras de vehículos por un total de más de $1.6 millones. Las ordenanzas de emergencia cubren compras adicionales de vehículos, una mejora de un equipo de producción de salmuera, un contrato de suministro químico, y mejoras en la planta de tratamiento de agua. Una moción apoya el impuesto del Distrito de Parques del Condado de Clark.

• Primera lectura: anexión de 4.6223 acres en 2425 Mechanicsburg Road (Ordenanza 274-25)
• Segunda lectura: Enmienda C al contrato de Black & Veatch para la instalación de pretratamiento de la estación de bombeo Erie Express, aumento no superior a $492,455 (total $1,715,762)
• Ordenanza de emergencia: Enmienda No. 3 para mejoras en el edificio de almacenamiento y dosificación de químicos en la planta de tratamiento de agua, aumento no superior a $669,000 (total $884,000)
• Segunda lectura: compra de un camión de vacío para alcantarillado HX520 SFA por hasta $885,510 de Rush Truck Centers (Ordenanza 094-26)
• Moción: apoyo al impuesto del Distrito de Parques del Condado de Clark para financiamiento de parques, espacios verdes y senderos para bicicletas

The commission voted 5-0 to provide a resolution of support for the Clark County Park District Levy renewal, noting it is not a new tax. It also approved multiple ordinances, including continuing the mow-to-own program to acquire non-productive lands and purchasing several vehicles and equipment for public works.

• Approved resolution of support for Clark County Park District Levy (5-0)
• Approved mow-to-own program to acquire non-productive parcels (090-26, 5-0)
• Approved $885,510 sewer vac truck purchase (094-26, 5-0)
• Approved $669,000 amendment for water treatment plant chemical storage improvements (179-22, 5-0)
• Approved $492,455 amendment for Erie Express Pump Station pretreatment facility (144-22, 5-0)
• Approved $227,125 net chassis for medic unit (096-26, 5-0)
• Approved $176,400 liquid ferric sulfate contract (102-26, 5-0)
• Approved alley vacation near South Yellow Springs Street (039-26, 5-0)

Public Hearing - Annexation - 2425 Mechanicsburg Road Annexation

La Comisión de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar la aplicación de las Secciones 1126.05(a) y 1126.05(e) del Código de Zonificación a la propuesta de anexión de aproximadamente 4.6223 acres en 2425 Mechanicsburg Road desde Moorefield Township hacia la ciudad. No se tomará ninguna decisión en la audiencia; la Comisión considerará la anexión en esta reunión.

• Audiencia pública sobre la aplicación de las Secciones 1126.05(a) y 1126.05(e) de la Ordenanza Codificada al Área de Anexión de 2425 Mechanicsburg Road
• Área de anexión: aproximadamente 4.6223 acres actualmente en Moorefield Township
• La Comisión de la Ciudad considerará la anexión el 7 de abril de 2026

The Springfield City Commission held a public hearing on April 7, 2026, to consider the proposed annexation of approximately 4.6223 acres at 2425 Mechanicsburg Road from Moorefield Township into the city. Commissioners heard staff and public comments on traffic, infrastructure, and tax concerns, but took no vote or action on the annexation itself. The hearing adjourned without a decision.

Work Session: Update on Field Trips

La Comisión de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo para recibir una actualización sobre el servicio de transporte Field Trips. La presentación estará a cargo de Jason Via, Glenn Massie y representantes de Field Trips.

• Actualización sobre el servicio de transporte Field Trips

The Springfield City Commission held a work session to receive an update on the Field Trips on-demand microtransit program. No votes or formal decisions were taken other than adjournment. Presenters reported strong ridership growth, with over 70,000 rides since July and a 60% increase in unique users. Commissioners discussed potential future expansion of service hours.

• Adjourned work session (5-0)

Public Comment Period

The City Commission is meeting to provide a forum for public and commissioner comments. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

The City Commission held an informal public comment meeting on March 24, 2026. Commissioners Ricketts, Rigsbee, Tackett, and Wallace were present; Rue was absent. No commissioners offered comments. The meeting was adjourned at 7:24 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Wallace, seconded by Mr. Rigsbee, with a 4‑0 vote.

• Adjourned public comment period (4-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Commission will consider a slate of first‑reading ordinances authorizing purchases of snow‑removal equipment, trucks and a road‑salt contract, as well as second‑reading ordinances that amend the Melody Parks development, increase a Federal Transit Administration grant by up to $300,000, and purchase two Ford Police Interceptors. Emergency ordinances will be presented to renew a lawn‑care contract, adjust a sewer‑replacement contract, renew a geotechnical services agreement and accept a $25,780.80 body‑worn camera grant. An emergency resolution will approve the Six Remnant Defendants Settlement agreement related to opioid litigation settlement funds. All items are recommended for passage by the City Manager.

• First reading: authorize purchase of two KE Rose Snow & Ice Packages ($162,200 and $176,800) and several trucks including a Ford F‑550 ($133,353.60), an HX520 sewer vac truck ($885,510.00), an HV507 salt truck ($263,951.65) and a Ford F‑550 4x4 chassis ($227,125.00)
• Second reading: amend the Melody Parks Planned Development for 409.3 acres at 4025 East National Road; increase FTA grant funding by up to $300,000 and matching local expenditure by $300,000; purchase two Ford Police Interceptors ($105,513.12 total)
• Emergency ordinance: renew Gillam Lawncare & Landscaping contract for boulevard mowing ($59,591) and approve Change Order No. 4 reducing the Henry Street Sewer Replacement contract by $158,181
• Emergency ordinance: renew Geotechnical Engineering Services Agreement with S&ME, Inc. for up to $30,000 and accept a $25,780.80 State Body‑Worn Camera Grant
• Emergency resolution: approve the Six Remnant Defendants Settlement agreement for opioid litigation settlement funds

The commission approved a series of ordinances, all passing unanimously (4-0). Highlights include amending the Federal Transit Administration grant to add up to $300,000 in funding and a matching $300,000 local contribution, and authorizing two new police interceptor vehicles. Additional actions approved were a change order for the Erie Express Pump Station project, a change order reducing costs on the Henry Street Sewer Replacement project, and emergency renewals of lawn‑care and engineering service contracts.

• Approved amendment to Melody Parks Planned Development (021‑26) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved amendment No. 3 to Federal Transit Administration grant, adding up to $300,000 and matching $300,000 (259‑23) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved purchase of two Ford Police Interceptors (081‑26) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Erie Express Pump Station contract, increasing it by $562,305 and extending completion to May 27 2027 (137‑25) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved emergency renewal of Gillam Lawncare & Landscaping contract for boulevard mowing up to $59,591 (025‑22) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved Change Order No. 4 to Henry Street Sewer Replacement contract, decreasing it by $158,181 and extending completion to May 29 2026 (288‑24) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved renewal of Geotechnical Engineering Services Agreement with S&ME, up to $30,000 (097‑26) – Yeas 4, Nays 0
• Approved Subgrant Award Agreement for State Body‑Worn Camera Grant, $25,780.80 (098‑26) – Yeas 4, Nays 0

Public Hearing - ROW Vacation - 529 W. Clark Street

The Springfield City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider vacating a specific alley east of South Yellow Springs Street. The hearing is scheduled for March 24, 2026, at 6:55 PM.

• Public Hearing: Vacation of alley east of South Yellow Springs Street
• Location: West Clark Street to intersecting alley
• Meeting Date: March 24, 2026
• Meeting Time: 6:55 PM
• Location: City Commission Forum

The City Commission held a public hearing on March 24, 2026 to consider vacation of the first alley east of South Yellow Springs Street from West Clark Street south to the first east‑west intersecting alley. Staff reported the alley is unimproved and overgrown and recommended approval with conditions to keep utility easements and prohibit structures. No members of the public offered comments and no objections were reported. The commission only recorded procedural motions to file the notice and to adjourn; no vote on the vacation was taken.

Executive Session

The Springfield City Commission will meet in executive session on March 19, 2026 at the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence, 1323 W. Blee Road. The session will focus on personnel matters presented by City Manager Bryan Heck. No specific agenda items are disclosed in the public agenda. Motions will be made to enter and exit the executive session.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters (details not public)

The City Commission retreat meeting on March 19, 2026 moved into an executive session focused on personnel matters. The executive session then adjourned as part of the same meeting. No approvals, denials, or other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Commission Retreat

The City Commission will meet at the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence. The agenda consists of staff presentations and an adjournment into executive session.

• Staff presentations
• Executive session

The special meeting was used for staff presentations on Tobacco 21 ordinance enhancements, snow‑removal enforcement, panhandling regulations, and housing/CRA updates. Commissioners expressed support for stronger enforcement and fee increases but directed staff to develop additional language and recommendations. No formal motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Commission Retreat

The Springfield City Commission will meet on March 18, 2026 at the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence. The agenda consists of a call to order, roll call, staff presentations, and adjournment. No specific decisions or actions are listed.

• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Staff Presentations
• Adjournment

The City Commission and staff held a facilitated retreat to discuss goals for city operations, economic development, and communications. Each group identified primary goals, outcome measures, potential risks, and suggested action steps. No motions were adopted or votes taken on specific proposals. The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m. by a unanimous vote.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Springfield Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on March 16, 2026. The board will approve the February minutes and the signed January minutes. The primary discussion will be the zoning case #26‑A‑04 concerning the property at 1841 Clifton Avenue. The meeting will also include board and staff comments before adjourning.

• Approval of February minutes
• Approval of signed January minutes
• Discussion of Case #26‑A‑04 at 1841 Clifton Ave
• Swearing in of witnesses
• Board and staff comments

Public Hearing - Melody Parks Planned Development

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to the Melody Parks Planned Development. The proposal concerns 409.3 acres located at 4025 East National Road.

• Proposed amendment to Melody Parks Planned Development for 409.3 acres at 4025 East National Road

The commission received and filed the legal notice for the public hearing on the Melody Parks Planned Development amendment. City staff presented a report recommending approval of the amendment, and the CEDA Regional Planning Commission recommended approval by a 4‑2 vote. The commission did not vote on the amendment itself. The hearing was adjourned.

• Received and filed public hearing notice (5-0)
• Adjourned hearing (5-0)

Public Comment Period

The City Commission is meeting to provide a forum for public and commissioner comments. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

The Springfield City Commission held a public‑comment meeting on March 10, 2026. No formal actions or decisions on agenda items were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Commission will review a series of first‑reading ordinances, including a contract amendment that could raise the Erie Express Pump Station pretreatment facility project to a total of $8,930,305. It will also consider second‑reading ordinances covering contributions, a community reinvestment tax abatement, salary increases for non‑bargaining staff, and numerous cropland lease agreements. Emergency ordinances will be presented for contracts such as debris removal, sidewalk construction, and professional engineering services. The meeting will conclude with standard procedural items and commissioner announcements.

• Change Order No. 1 to the Peterson Construction contract for the Erie Express Pump Station, increasing the contract by up to $562,305 for a total not to exceed $8,930,305
• Purchase of two Ford Police Interceptors, not to exceed $105,513.12, through the Sourcewell Cooperative Program
• Amendment No. 3 to the Federal Transit Administration grant, adding up to $300,000 in operating assistance and matching local expenditure
• Cropland Lease Agreement with Raven Farms LLC to lease 5.0 acres at 5721 Plattsburg Road, 4.8 acres tillable
• Emergency contract with Rumpke of Ohio, Inc. for removal of catch‑basin debris, up to $377,538 for a three‑year period

The commission approved supplemental appropriations of $450,000 for street maintenance and $2,400,000 for sewer infrastructure. It also confirmed a $300,000 Federal Transit Administration grant amendment, authorized the purchase of two new police interceptors, and approved a $562,305 change order for the Erie Express Pump Station project. Additional actions included multiple cropland lease agreements and several emergency contracts.

• Approved $450,000 supplemental appropriation for street maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $2,400,000 supplemental appropriation for sewer infrastructure (5-0)
• Confirmed and approved $300,000 Federal Transit Administration grant amendment (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of two Ford Police Interceptors up to $105,513.12 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Erie Express Pump Station, increasing contract by $562,305 (5-0)
• Approved multiple cropland lease agreements totaling over 1,500 acres (5-0)
• Authorized $1,000 contribution to Gammon House for Juneteenth and FatherFest (5-0)
• Declared emergency and approved $377,538 contract with Rumpke for catch basin debris removal (5-0)

Public Hearing - Rezoning 2683 Springfield Jamestown Pike

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on March 10, 2026, to consider rezoning 28.37 acres at 2683 Springfield Jamestown Pike from Agricultural District to City P-IE, Institutional and Education District.

• Public Hearing: Rezoning 28.37 acres at 2683 Springfield Jamestown Pike
• Consideration of zoning change from Agricultural to City P-IE District

The City Commission approved the filing of the public‑hearing notice with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote. No vote was taken on the rezoning of 2683 Springfield Jamestown Pike, so the proposal remains pending.

• Filed public hearing notice (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Planning Board

The Springfield City Planning Board will consider appointing a representative to the CEDA for case #26‑SUB‑01 at 0 Kingsgate Rd. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of December minutes. No other specific projects or contracts are listed.

• Appointment of CEDA representative for case #26‑SUB‑01, 0 Kingsgate Rd

Public Comment Period

The Springfield City Commission will meet on February 24, 2026, to hear comments from the public and commissioners. No specific agenda items, resolutions, or contracts are scheduled for decision. The meeting consists of call to order, roll call, audience comments, commissioner comments, and adjournment.

The City Commission held a public comment period on February 24, 2026. All five commissioners were present and no members were absent. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed with a 5‑0 vote. No other decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Commission will meet on Feb 24, 2026 to consider a range of ordinances and contracts. The most significant item is a second‑reading ordinance authorizing a Local‑LET Project Agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation for up to $2,299,698, plus $574,924 in matching funds, for the CLA Springfield Miscellaneous Streets Project (PID 122845). The agenda also includes contracts for a $1,492,948 paving project, multiple weed‑cutting and street‑material purchases, several cropland lease agreements, GIS service agreements, and emergency sewer and infrastructure contracts.

• Authorize LPA Federal Local‑LET Project Agreement up to $2,299,698 with $574,924 matching funds for the CLA Springfield Miscellaneous Streets Project (PID 122845).
• Approve contract with The Shelly Company for the 2026 Northern Estates Neighborhood Paving Project, not to exceed $1,492,948.
• Approve four weed‑cutting/lot‑clearing contracts, each not to exceed $50,000, with Stinnett Industries, ET’s Lawn Maintenance, Four Corner Property Management, and Mike’s Lawn & More.
• Approve street‑material purchase contracts: HEI‑WAY $84,000; Shelly Materials $419,525; A & B Asphalt $431,000; Valley Asphalt $422,400.
• Approve emergency contracts for East Home Road Storm Sewer Project ($164,818) and Eastview Heights Sewer Relocation Project ($229,266).

The Commission approved a Federal Local‑LET Project Agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation for up to $2,299,698, including $574,924 in matching funds. It also approved a $1,492,948 paving contract for the Northern Estates neighborhood and several contracts for street materials, GIS services, and airport lighting. All items passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved LPA Federal Local‑LET Project Agreement up to $2,299,698 and $574,924 matching funds (5-0)
• Approved Northern Estates Neighborhood paving contract up to $1,492,948 (5-0)
• Approved street materials contract with HEI‑WAY LLC up to $84,000 (5-0)
• Approved street materials contract with Shelly Materials, Inc. up to $419,525 (5-0)
• Approved street materials contract with A & B Asphalt Corporation up to $431,000 (5-0)
• Approved GIS consortium agreement with Clark County up to $375,000 total (5-0)
• Approved airport taxiway edge lights contract with Jess Howard Electric Company up to $303,395 (5-0)

Executive Session - Pending Legal Matters

The City Commission will meet in executive session to consider pending legal matters presented by the City Manager, Law Director, Police Chief, and Finance Director. The agenda lists only standard procedural motions—call to order, roll call, motion to go into executive session, and motion to adjourn. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

The commission moved to an executive session on pending legal matters, then adjourned the session and the meeting. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Entered executive session on pending legal matters (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Adjourned executive session (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 7:04 p.m. (Yeas 5, Nays 0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The February 18, 2026 meeting was called to order, noted attendance, and listed agenda items including approval of prior minutes and three case discussions. No actions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Commission will consider a first‑reading ordinance authorizing the City Manager to enter a Local‑LET Project Agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation, providing up to $2,299,698 in eligible costs and $574,924 in matching funds for the CLA Springfield Miscellaneous Streets Project. The agenda also includes numerous contract authorizations for paving, street‑material purchases, lawn services, GIS agreements, and airport lighting, as well as second‑reading ordinances covering a small rezoning, wastewater chemical purchase, and several emergency contracts and grants.

• 040‑26: Authorize LPA Federal Local‑LET Project Agreement for up to $2,299,698 (matching funds $574,924).
• 041‑26: Contract with The Shelly Company for Northern Estates Neighborhood Paving, up to $1,492,948.
• 046‑26 to 049‑26: Contracts for street‑material purchases totaling $1,357,925 (HEI‑WAY, Shelly Materials, A & B Asphalt, Valley Asphalt).
• 054‑26: GIS Consortium Agreement with Clark County, up to $375,000 over five years.
• 126‑24: Grant contract with ODOT for Airport Improvement Program, up to $374,399 plus $71,314 matching funds.

The commission voted unanimously to rezone 0.276 acres at 313 West McCreight Avenue from P‑IE to R‑HD. It also approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a $177,600 purchase of sodium hypochlorite, a $300,000 renewal with MAKSolve, GIS service agreements up to $75,000 per year, and a $232,570 street‑sweeping contract. All ordinances were adopted with a 5‑0 vote.

• Rezoned 0.276 acres at 313 West McCreight Ave to high‑density residential (5‑0)
• Approved contract for sodium hypochlorite purchase up to $177,600 (5‑0)
• Approved renewal of environmental consulting contract up to $300,000 (5‑0)
• Approved GIS consortium agreement up to $75,000 per year (5‑0)
• Approved GIS cooperation agreement up to $6,000 per year (5‑0)
• Approved street‑sweeping contract with Dayton Sweeping Service up to $232,570 (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to public crossing agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway and $99,088 maintenance fee (5‑0)
• Approved three‑year ProCare maintenance contract up to $171,650.70 total (5‑0)

Executive Session: Property Matters and Security

The City Commission is meeting in an executive session to discuss property matters and security. The session will be presented by City Manager Bryan Heck and Law Director Jill Allen.

• Discussion of property matters
• Discussion of security

The City Commission entered an executive session on property matters and security, then adjourned that session, and finally adjourned the meeting. Each motion passed with a 5‑0 vote. No substantive policy or property decisions were made.

• Approved motion to go into executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)

Public Comment Period

The Springfield City Commission will meet on February 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the City Commission Forum. The agenda consists solely of a public comment period, allowing audience members to speak, followed by comments from commissioners. No other agenda items or decisions are scheduled for this meeting. The session will conclude with adjournment.

The Springfield City Commission held a public comment session, fielding concerns about housing, immigration, city‑purchased properties, school evacuation plans, and fiscal transparency. Commissioners responded with information but took no formal action on the issues raised. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m. by a motion from Wallace, seconded by Tackett, with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 p.m. (motion by Wallace, seconded by Tackett, Yeas 5, Nays 0)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss one specific case. The primary focus of the meeting is Case #25-01 regarding 651 S Limestone St.

• Discussion of Case #25-01: 651 S Limestone St

Public Hearing: ROW Vacation - Lagonda/Reaper

The City Commission is holding a public hearing to consider the vacation of specific street segments. The body will review the proposal to vacate Lagonda Avenue and Reaper Avenue.

• Vacation of Lagonda Avenue from Belmont Avenue to Reaper Avenue
• Vacation of Reaper Avenue from Lagonda Avenue to Lowell Street

The commission received and filed the adjoining property owner's consent for the proposed vacation of Lagonda and Reaper Avenues. No vote was taken on approving the vacation request; staff recommended approval with easement and fire‑access conditions. The hearing was then adjourned and there were no public comments.

• Filed owner consent communication (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing (5-0)
• Vacation request not decided (no vote recorded)

Public Comment Period

The City Commission is meeting to provide a forum for public and commissioner comments. The agenda is procedural and contains no specific legislative items or decisions.

The City Commission held an informal public‑comment meeting on Jan. 27, 2026. Commissioners discussed community concerns about ICE and the possibility of a resolution, but no resolution was voted on. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (Yeas 5, Nays 0)

Executive Session - Safety and Security

The Springfield City Commission met on January 27, 2026, to enter an executive session on safety and security. The session was opened, a motion to go into executive session was approved, and later a motion to adjourn the executive session was approved. No substantive agenda items were discussed.

The commission entered an executive session focused on safety and security. The session was then adjourned, followed by adjournment of the meeting. No substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Entered executive session on safety and security (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Adjourned executive session (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Adjourned meeting (Yeas 5, Nays 0)

Public Hearing - Rezoning 313 W. McCreight

The Springfield City Commission will hold a public hearing on Jan. 27, 2026 to consider a zoning change. The proposal seeks to rezone 0.276 acres at 313 W. McCreight Avenue from the Institutional and Education District (P‑IE) to the High‑Density Residential District (R‑HD). Commissioners and the public will be invited to comment before a decision is made.

• Proposed rezoning of 0.276 acres at 313 W. McCreight Avenue from P‑IE to R‑HD

The City Commission held a public hearing on Jan 27, 2026 to consider rezoning 0.276 acres at 313 W. McCreight Avenue from P‑IE to R‑HD. Commissioners certified that legal notice was published in the Springfield News‑Sun on Dec 23, 2025 and recorded the notice. City Planner Agwan presented a staff report noting the parcel’s demolition, the planning board’s recommendation to approve the rezoning, and that no public comments were received; no vote or final decision was recorded.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Commission will vote on a second‑reading ordinance to issue up to $17,622,000 in notes to fund various public infrastructure projects. It will also consider a first‑reading ordinance to rezone 0.276 acres at 313 West McCreight Avenue to high‑density residential. Several emergency ordinances authorizing contracts and loan agreements for waterline replacements, utility upgrades, and street improvements will be presented for the first time.

• 282‑25: Rezone 0.276 acres at 313 West McCreight Ave from P‑IE to R‑HD
• 007‑26: Authorize issuance of notes up to $17,622,000 for infrastructure
• 008‑26: Purchase IBAK Panoramo Camera Truck for up to $681,760.81
• 020‑26: Vacate portions of Lagonda Ave and Reaper Ave, declaring emergency
• 025‑26: Apply for OWDA loan to finance Miracle Mile Waterline Improvements, emergency

The commission unanimously approved the minutes of the Jan 13, 2026 meeting. They passed Ordinance No. 26‑14 authorizing the issuance of up to $17,622,000 in notes to fund water, sewer, fire and other infrastructure improvements. They also approved Ordinance No. 26‑15 to purchase an IBAK Panoramo camera truck for up to $681,760.81, and Ordinance No. 26‑16 to amend the CDBG sub‑recipient agreement for open‑space work in four city parks.

• Approved Jan 13, 2026 meeting minutes (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑14 authorizing $17,622,000 note issuance (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑15 authorizing purchase of IBAK Panoramo camera truck up to $681,760.81 (Yeas 5, Nays 0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑16 amending CDBG sub‑recipient agreement for park improvements (Yeas 5, Nays 0)

Work Session: Water Meter Upgrades

The City Commission is holding a work session to receive a presentation on water meter upgrades. Service Director Chris Moore will present the information to the commission.

• Presentation on water meter upgrades by Service Director Chris Moore

The City Commission held an informal work session on Jan 27, 2026 to receive an update on the water meter upgrade project. Service Director Chris Moore reported that 11,586 meters have been replaced, with 11,900 remaining, and said the project is expected to finish within two years. No substantive actions on the project were taken; the meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Adjourned work session (Yeas 0, Nays 0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss and take action on five specific zoning cases. The meeting also includes the approval of December and November minutes.

• Case #25-A-39: 502 Power St
• Case #25-A-40: 502 Power St
• Case #25-A-41: 2122 S Limestone St
• Case #25-A-42: 1128-1134 N Plum St
• Case #25-A-43: 14 N Yellow Springs St

Public Comment Period

The Springfield City Commission will meet at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 for a public comment period. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, audience comments, commissioner comments, and adjournment. No decisions or actions are scheduled.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several contracts for infrastructure, demolition, and paving. The body is also considering a zoning change on Selma Road and various board appointments.

• Proposed issuance of Notes up to $17,622,000.00 for public infrastructure projects
• Proposed purchase of an IBAK Panoramo Camera Truck for up to $681,760.81
• Rezoning of 6.72 acres at 0 Selma Road to Institutional and Educational District
• Contract for demolition of 325 W. Columbia St. for up to $98,900.00
• Contract with The Shelly Company for N. Murray St. Paving for up to $497,035.00

Executive Session - Security

The City Commission is meeting in an executive session to discuss the topic of security. This session is being presented by City Manager Bryan Heck.

• Discussion on security presented by Bryan Heck

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss two specific property cases. The meeting includes time for board and staff comments.

• Discussion of Case #25-11 regarding 827-829 S Limestone St
• Discussion of Case #25-12 regarding 814 S Fountain Ave

Organizational Meeting

The Springfield City Commission will vote on confirming commissioners' appointments to the Community Improvement Corporation, Convention and Visitors Bureau, Tax Incentive Review Council, Clark County Land Reutilization Corporation Board, Joint Economic Development District Board, and the Clark County‑Springfield Transportation Coordinating Committee. The commission will also appoint four members to the Keep Clark County Beautiful Advisory Board and approve two emergency appointments of Bridget Houston to the City Planning Board and as its representative to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Additional routine items include oath ceremonies, reports, and the election of an assistant mayor.

• 001‑26 Confirm appointments of commissioners to multiple economic and development boards (emergency)
• 002‑26 Confirm appointments of commissioners and alternates to the Transportation Coordinating Committee (emergency)
• 003‑26 Appoint Tracey Tackett, James Wills, Stephen Thompson, Madison Jones to Keep Clark County Beautiful Advisory Board (emergency)
• 005‑26 Consent to appointment of Bridget Houston to the City Planning Board (emergency)
• 006‑26 Consent to appointment of Bridget Houston as Planning Board’s representative to the Board of Zoning Appeals (emergency)