John M. Creech

The council meeting included welcoming a newly elected council member and issuing a proclamation for John Carlberg's Day. The Mayor presented the ESGR "Above and Beyond Award" to the Police Chief and Officer Altman for supporting military personnel. Discussions covered the renovation status of the new tax department and introducing a new advocate for the city, DSD Advisor. Several ordinances were introduced and then passed by suspending rules, including authorization for purchasing rock salt, purchasing and disposing of capital equipment (Ford F600/F550), creating joint agreements for E. Kemper Road repaving, and hiring security staff for the Convention Center. A resolution was passed supporting an application for downtown loop project grant funding. The Law Director provided the required annual report. Committee reports detailed community service updates, including honoring the Sharonville Community Fund, and public works updates on street programs, culvert projects, and the status of capital equipment orders. The meeting adjourned after passing all relevant legislation.

The agenda for the regular City Council meeting includes initial proceedings such as call to order, prayer, and roll call. Key discussion areas cover reports and communications from various city directors and officers. Residents have an allotted time to address the council. Council Committees are listed for review. The agenda features motions to suspend rules for immediate effectivity ordinances (2026-07-E, 2026-08-E) and 30-day effectivity ordinance (2026-06). Unfinished business includes the third reading of an ordinance regarding the disposal of Police Department vehicles and the second reading of an ordinance concerning Hookah Lounges. New business involves first readings and potential adoption of ordinances related to replacing Bay Doors at Fire Station 86, purchasing Fire Department Radios, repairing/relocating Fire Hydrants, amending 2026 appropriations for the 405 Firehouse Capital Project Fund, and the roof replacement for Station 88, as well as approving the inclusion of certain ordinances into the Codified Ordinances of Sharonville, Ohio.

This document details the Sharonville Downtown Loop Development project, outlining a mixed-use development with 225 residential units and 20,000 square feet of retail and amenity space, representing a $75 million investment. It focuses on creating public plazas, gateways, public artwork, and diverse community retail and programming, aiming to be a catalyst for economic growth in downtown Sharonville.

The meeting featured discussions and actions on several legislative items, including an Ordinance approving a 3% Cost of Living Adjustment and a discretionary bonus for employees, and another Ordinance amending 2025 appropriations, authorizing vehicle purchases under the Enterprise lease program, and addressing budget shortages. A Resolution was approved supporting an application to ODOT for Brownfield Remediation Program funding. The council also approved extending DORA hours for the Christmas on the Loop event. Key updates included the grand opening of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital new Gene and Therapy Center, and a detailed presentation regarding downtown redevelopment plans, emphasizing retail goals (targeting 20,000 sq. ft.), residential targets (targeting 225 units), and blending new designs with Sharonville's historic character based on significant community feedback. Updates were also given on the Cove 51 litigation, where the liquor license is expected to be revoked soon. The Budget & Finance Committee targets a reserve fund of $11M for 2026 planning.

The City Council meeting on December 16, 2025, resulted in the approval of multiple ordinances and resolutions, many of which declared an emergency. Key approvals included an Ordinance approving a Development Agreement for downtown Sharonville redevelopment and a related Revenue Sharing Agreement with the Board of Education of the Princeton City School District. Financial measures involved authorizing the Salary Ordinance, establishing permanent appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026, authorizing fund transfers and advances for 2026, and amending 2025 appropriations. Other actions included authorizing the Safety-Service Director to award a contract for demolition of downtown properties and to convey easements, as well as authorizing two professional contracts for legislative consulting services. Finally, a resolution was passed declaring intent to conduct internet auctions for the sale of unneeded city personal property during 2026.