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Cleveland Heights Council Committee of the Whole July 6, 2026
Published: Jul 6, 2026
City Council Approves Contract for Building and Housing Code Updates
The Cleveland Heights City Council is considering adopting legislation to amend ordinances related to appropriations and expenditures for the fiscal year ending December 31st, 2026. This includes authorizing the mayor to execute a contract with the International Code Council (ICC) for $105,100 to assist in preparing building and housing code updates. The ICC, described as a gold standard consultant, will review existing codes, which have not been updated in decades, and assess processes for efficiency. An optional task related to technology for permitting processes was not recommended for inclusion at this time due to potential future funding from the 21st Centuryзацию Act. Funds for the contract are encumbered and will be re-applied. The scope of work includes reviewing current codes, assessing best practices in neighboring jurisdictions (e.g., Cleveland residents first program), leading stakeholder and community engagement through virtual and in-person sessions, and preparing code amendments. The proposal budget was initially not established in the RFP, but ICC provided a budget in their proposal. The process includes a memorandum of their review of current codes and an assessment of inspection and permitting processes, excluding the digital tool aspect initially. Collaboration with the law department is anticipated for code amendment preparation.
Council Declares Property a Nuisance, Citing Code Enforcement Concerns
The council is considering a resolution declaring property at 3378 Blanch Avenue a nuisance. This property has been a long-standing concern due to its condition. Following council approval, a nuisance order will be mailed and posted, giving the property owner a set period (typically 14 days) to appeal or abate the nuisance. If compliance is not met, the city can abate the nuisance and bill the owner, potentially applying the cost to a tax lien if unpaid. The process includes a potential nuisance abatement appeal board review. Council members requested that this property be included in the ongoing code review to identify potential upgrades for faster enforcement of nuisance properties. The use of nuisance abatement as a tool is considered underutilized, and council desires more diligence in addressing such properties. Some nuisances are handled administratively, while others, like demolition or occupancy permit revocation, require council approval. This specific case is being brought to council as previous compliance efforts have not been successful. The council also discussed the potential for a more frequent reporting mechanism for nuisance abatements, such as quarterly updates, and the possibility of including information on city-owned properties in disrepair in future reports.
Generator Replacement Approved for Fire Station Number Two
The council is authorizing the mayor to execute agreements with Cummins, Inc. and Electrical Services for the replacement of a generator at Fire Station Number Two [cite: 333-334]. The current generator, installed in 1981, is original to the station and no longer has available parts, leading to operational issues like leaking [cite: 335-337]. The new generator will be capable of accommodating the entire station's peak kilowatt demand, including future expansion, representing an increase of approximately $5,000 for a larger unit that provides better value [cite: 344-350]. Fire Station One's generator was replaced about 10 years ago and is functioning well [cite: 351-353].
City Council Adopts Ordinance for Fringe Benefits and Public Purpose Expenditures
Ordinance 143 adopts a new section to the codified ordinances regarding additional nominal fringe benefits and public purpose expenditures [cite: 355-357]. This legislation codifies the expenditure of city funds for meals for council members during meetings that occur at meal times, a practice previously relied upon but not consistently followed in recent years for regular meetings. It also covers administrative staff meetings and employee appreciation events. The Ohio Attorney General's office advises that the legislative authority (council) should determine which expenditures constitute proper public purposes. This ordinance aims to provide clear authorization for such expenditures, aiding in auditor reviews. The immediate trigger for this legislation is an upcoming new employee welcome event. Council members expressed support for fostering employee appreciation and a positive work culture. The ordinance allows the mayor to determine or approve events, with exceptions for council-specific events. It aligns with practices of other municipalities and ensures proper documentation for public funds.
City Releases Schedule for Upcoming Budget Process
The finance department has drafted a schedule for the budget process, with an email kickoff on Thursday. Revenue projections are due August 10th, and expense projections are due a couple of weeks later. Budget hearings are scheduled to commence around November 3rd, 4th, and 6th. The department will schedule meetings with each council member to understand funding priorities. These meetings will occur during the day, with virtual attendance options available. Election Day is November 3rd, with hearings occurring on the 4th, 5th, and 6th.
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