Melanie Branditz

The Cheviot City Council meeting included discussions and actions on several key issues. Pay raises were authorized for both part-time and full-time employees, with an amendment to review the salary range for full-time employees after one year. The final Hamilton County 9-1-1 Plan was approved. The council recognized Bonnie Perrino and Kevin Leidecker for West Fest. There were comments regarding the upcoming 250th celebration and a report on emergency meeting of the LSDMC. Council also discussed the replacement for Mr. Hardig's term.

The council meeting involved discussions and votes on several key issues. Legislation supporting State Issue 2 (SCIP funds) was presented and adopted. An ordinance to allow continued use of Harvest Home Park for the annual fair was approved. The annual appropriation ordinance for 2025 was adopted, with discussion on administrative staff healthcare and the Hillebrand property. An ordinance to amend a name, transfer funds, and declare an emergency was also adopted. Reports included updates on RFPs for the former Cappel's building, the upcoming Memorial Day parade, pool passes, and the tax department. A discussion took place regarding the passing of a resolution concerning liquor licenses. The council also discussed short-term rental properties and the Cheviot Historical Society's archive.

The Cheviot City Council meeting of November 20, 2018, included the presentation of a check to the Fire Department for new communication devices, approval of the October 16 meeting minutes, and the adoption of several resolutions and ordinances. These covered the Hamilton County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, appointments to the Joint Economic Development District boards, and an amendment to the 2018 annual budget. The meeting also featured committee reports, the mayor's report, and discussions on various city matters.

The Cheviot City Council meeting of December 18, 2018, covered the approval of minutes from the December 4 meeting, a report from the Police & Fire Committee, and the adoption of Ordinance 18-27 to amend the 2018 budget. Mayor Keller announced bicentennial fireworks on December 30th, funded in part by the Cheviot Charitable Fund. Other business included receiving Mayor's Court receipts, scheduling committee meetings, a resident's inquiry about a Public Information Officer, and a call for fireworks event volunteers.

The Cheviot City Council meeting of December 4, 2018, included the swearing in of new Ward 2 Councilwoman RaeJean Hardig. The council approved the minutes from the November 20 meeting and the first-quarter 2019 appropriations. Reports were given by various committees and department heads, and upcoming meetings were scheduled to discuss tax levies, union wage negotiations, and ordinance updates.