Milford, City of

The Council Meeting Agenda included a swearing-in ceremony for a Parks and Recreation Member, Janet Cooper. Financial items involved adopting the December 2025 Finance Report. Reports were expected from the City Manager, Police, and Fire and EMS departments. The Committee of the Whole agenda covered several potential actions for the City Manager, including entering into property purchase agreements utilizing specific parcel numbers, engaging vendors for intersection enhancements (Capital Electric) and equipment purchases (pumps, grinder cutter stacks, snowplow, mowers), addressing an Ordinance for Reappointing Law Director, applying for the Clermont County Park District Grant for pickleball courts, and reviewing proposed Rules of Council.

The City Council meeting addressed several key items, including the adoption of the October 2025 Financial Report. The City Manager announced the appointment of Tara Songer as Assistant City Manager, noted the recent Mural Dedication and the Valley View shelter ribbon cutting, and confirmed the pushback of FC Mini Pitch construction due to weather. Department reports covered public works activities, wastewater treatment, water department maintenance, code enforcement actions regarding property maintenance and zoning offsets, and police activity including an officer selection for the Narcotics Unit. The Council discussed upcoming relocation of administration offices and courtrooms. The Fire Department reported achieving an ISO Public Protection Class 2 rating and the return to service of a restored 1945 fire truck. During the Committee of the Whole session, discussions focused on the proposed Appropriations Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2026 and recommended adjustments to Water, Sewer, Stormwater, and Trash Utility Rates. New business included the formal adoption of the Appropriations Ordinance and the Ordinance adjusting utility rates. The session concluded with an Executive Session to consider personnel matters.

The agenda for the City of Milford Council meeting includes several key procedural items such as the Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, Moment of Silence, and the Swearing In of new Council Members, followed by the Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor. The agenda also outlines departmental reports from the City Manager, Police, and Fire and EMS. New Business items focus on ordinances and resolutions, specifically authorizing a lease agreement for a new phone system, creating a Public Information Specialist job position, and amending Appropriation Ordinance 2025-415. The Committee of the Whole agenda addresses amending the Appropriation Ordinance, Council Rules, Committee/Commission Lists, the Phone Contract, and the Public Information Specialist Job Description.

The Council meeting included presentations and annual awards from the Police Department, recognizing volunteers and officers for their service. Public comments addressed concerns about a proposed redevelopment project, with Council members committing to answering questions at a future public hearing. Committee reports covered topics such as property maintenance, park reservation fees, and street tree management. The City Manager reported on the Milford on Main proposed redevelopment and other construction projects. The Council also discussed and approved ordinances related to property maintenance, park reservation fees, and street tree control. The meeting adjourned into an executive session for legal and real estate matters.

The council had an open discussion on the Downtown Design Guidelines, focusing on combining zoning districts into a single chapter. They reviewed procedures for building improvement applications, density for multi-family structures, first-floor office uses, and sign standards, including neon and projecting arm signs. The council also discussed building height restrictions, enforcement of color and aesthetic features, and other suggestions for the MRD zoning district chapter. The next step is a public meeting in Council Chambers.