Meeting Minutes

Oakley Community Council
Oakley Community Center

December 3^rd, 2019; 7:00 PM

Minutes

Call to order - Pledge of Allegiance

Welcome

• Sign in sheet; Speaker Cards
• Trustee Introductions
• • In attendance: Dan, Sean, Seth, Joe, Colleen, Kenny, Sandy, Dave (left early), Jon, Jason
  • Absent: Cody, Evan
• City Hotline-591-6000; Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400
• Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

• ·        Be careful with holiday decorations and overloading outlets.
• ·        See uptick in kitchen fires with holiday cooking
• ·       Good time to check smoke detectors

District 2 Police report

Officer Barry:

• ·        Thefts, primarily retail
• ·        Thefts from autos up. Remember to lock doors, keep valuables out of sight.

Captain Jones:

• ·        Uptick in thefts at local gyms, be sure to lock lockers and cars.
• ·        41 new officers graduated from police academy
• ·       Holiday Crime Prevention Initiative -60-65 officers specifically focused on violent crime over the holidays.

CRC

Jalisa:

• ·        Ongoing Toy Drive
• ·        Parents Night Out – Friday Dec 13^th, 6-9, $10 per child or free with gift
• ·        Breakfast with Santa – Saturday Dec 14^th, 9-noon, $5 per person or free with gift
• ·       Will host mini-camp over the holidays. Contact the center for details.

Board Matters

• ·       Thank You to Exiting Trustees
• o   Farewells to Sean Fausto & Dave Schaff

• ·       2019 Board of Trustees Elections (2020-2022 Term)
• o   Candidates:
• §  Anthony Isaacs, Craig Rozen, Sandy Gross, Troy McAndrews, Colleen Reynolds
• o   Results:
• §  Anthony Isaacs, Sandy Gross, Troy McAndrews, Colleen Reynolds elected
  

Development Items

• ·       Ann Gimbert (Preserve Hyde Park): Wasson Way Pocket Park
• o   Park presented as alternative to proposed Wasson Homes
• o   Developer has modified plans, 12/6 hearing with planning commission
• o   Park could include green space, bike path gateway, playground
• o   Motion to support the concept by Jason, seconded by Sandy
• §  “We, the Oakley Community Council, support the concept of the Wasson Way Pocket Park as presented on 12/03/2019. While this project falls outside our community boundary, we recognize the potential benefit it could afford the Oakley community.”
• ·       Vote: Yes: 8  No: 1  Abstain: 1

• ·       Prodigy Properties: Andrew & Madison Townhomes – Greg Dale & Jeff Lane [VOTE]
• o   Presented their updated plans for the property on the corner of Andrews & Madison
• o   7 single family condos, 5 in building along Andrews, 2 in building behind them.
• o   No zone change required
• o   Added landscaping plan, as requested at the November 3^rd meeting
• o   Looking for support of:
• §  Variance for more than 1 building on property
• §  Setback variance for “Front yard” from 21 ft to 10 ft
• ·        The property line on Madison Rd
• §  Setback variance for “Side Yard” from 30 ft to 11 ft
• ·        Property that is actually behind the proposed buildings, left hand side when looking from Madison
• §  Setback variance for “Corner Side yard” from 10 ft to 6.5 ft
• ·        Property that abuts Andrew
• o   Numerous resident speaker cards, all related to this topic
• §  Greg Ries, Oakley resident
• ·        Concerned about increased density, the # of new condos, increased traffic
• §  Bill Zawadzki, owns adjacent property on Madison Rd
• ·        Concerns about how much closer to the street these buildings be, impact on the neighborhood look & feel
• §  Randy Parker, Andrew Ave resident
• ·        Concerns about the density and traffic
• §  Sun-Jan Huang, Andrew Ave resident
• ·        Concern about increase traffic, pedestrian safety concerns (especially for children), demolition concerns (mitigation for dust, asbestos)
• §  Alyssa Brandt, Andrew Ave resident
• ·        Concerned about look & feel, loss of front yard character
• §  Marie Simon, Oakley resident, realtor
• ·        Concerned about the variance for 2 buildings
• o   Sean made motion to approve the plan as presented, including approval of the 4 variances being asked for. Seconded by Dan
• o   Vote: Motion failed. Yes – 4  No – 5 

• ·       Anchor Properties: Future Development at Isabella & Paxton – Steve Hemberger, Matt Hemberger, Mark Ayer, Tom Fisher
• o   Presented their plans for the Taco Casa/Mios properties
• o   National bank chain interested in building “non-traditional” bank.
• o   All the parcels they purchasing are Zoned commercial, with the exception of a 4 family on Isabella, which is zoned SF-4.
• §  They will be back in January looking for a letter of support for the zone change.
• o   Plan calls for 23 parking places (19 minimum required), an ATM drive-thru which would be a one-way exit to Isabella, and reduce the total curb cuts that are there now.

Committee/Project Items:

• ·       Neighborhood Guidelines One Pager – Sandy Gross
• ·        Sandy shared the final updated guidelines
• ·        Motion to approve: Seth
• ·        Seconded: Joe
• ·       Vote:  Yes – 9  No – 0

• ·       Call for Committee Participation: Parking Overlay – Colleen Reynolds
• o   We’ve decided to create a committee to analyze the parking overlay options
• o   Encouraged all interested to participate
• o   More at January Tuesday meeting

• ·       Oakley Bike Racks – Joe Groh
• o   Joe gave overview of bike rack program
• §  City awarded money for 1000 bike racks, reached out to each community to identify potential sites.
• o   Initial ideas charted on map at: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1nRLjdxRj1davX_nnXdZ4OCW5ONM940_I&usp=sharing
• o   Please review and add your suggestions.

Approve November 21^st Meeting Minutes

• ·        Motion: Joe  Seconded: Seth
• ·       Vote:  Yes – 7   No – 0 Abstain: 2

Financial Report – Jason Wilcoxon

• ·        Jason shared financial report, also shared electronically.
• ·        Motion: Seth  Seconded: Joe
• ·       Vote:  Yes – 9   No – 0

New Business

·        No Third Thursday Meeting This Month – Happy Holidays!

·       Next Tuesday OCC meeting is on Tuesday, January 7^th

Speaker Cards

• ·       All speaker cards related to Andrews & Madison development, are listed there.

Adjourn Meeting

• ·        Motion: Sean Seconded: Seth
• ·        Vote: Yes – 9  No - 0

Oakley Community Council 3^rd Thursday Meeting

Brazee Street Studios

11/21/19; 7PM

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Trustees Present: Dan Krohn, Cody Gausvik, Joe Groh, Evan Nolan, Sandy Gross, Sean Fausto, Jon Bernier, Colleen Reynolds, Seth Shaifer

Trustees Not Present: Jason Wilcoxon, Kenny McNutt, Dave Schaff

Approve 11/5/19 Minutes

Dan Krohn motions to approve 11/5/19 Meeting Minutes; seconded by Sean Fausto. Unanimous approval.

Joe Groh abstained. 

December Board Elections (12/3/19)

Ballots need to be created; communicate absentee ballot process to public.

If you’re running for a board position, we need your candidate bio by Monday, 11/25. We will incorporate bios into the newsletter. You may also submit an optional photo with your bio.

Urban Parking Overlay: Board Discussion

Suggested we create committee and work with other neighborhoods to understand their process. The plan is to establish a committee after the upcoming board elections.  

The Department of Community and Economic Development is working to create and provide the OCC with neighborhood maps for the project. The committee would include OCC board members, residents and businessowners. 

Motion by Cody Gausvik for the OCC Board to establish an Urban Parking Overlay Committee with plans to fill the committee after the OCC board is elections; seconded by Sean Fausto. Unanimous approval.

Hyde Park School: Meeting Recap

Several members of OCC and residents met with Mike Moroski (CPS Board Member). There is local interest in building an Oakley school. The plan is to engage the community with CPS; biggest issue is funding.

Census 2020: Update

OCC asked to help with spreading the word on completing the 2020 census. Cincinnati only had 67% participation rate in 2010. An accurate census count has many benefits including federal and state funding, future private investment planning and congressional appointment.

Steps for OCC:

1. Publish content on website – how to register and submit data.

2. Publish reminders on social media accounts.

3. Publish reminders in newsletter.

4. Make it a regular agenda item – ask if anyone is interested in volunteering.

Include census reminders on the Oakley Events postcard we send out to neighborhood.

NBD / NSP

We did not complete NBD paperwork accurately so we will not be reimbursed for the $3,800 we spend in 2019. Decision was made to have more than one person on the NSP communications.  

NSP will be presented to the Review Committee for approval. Once approved, the OCC president will sign off.  

Committee Updates: As Appropriate

• ·        Business
• ·        Economic Development & Zoning
• o   Corner of Andrew & Madison development – developer asked Sandy for plant lists. Will return next month’s meeting for board approval.
• o   Taco Casa, Mio’s, 4-family bank proposal development. Rezone from residential to commercial; reduces curb cuts. Developer will be on upcoming agenda.
• ·        Finance
• ·        Membership
• ·        Beautification – lights are up on the square.
• ·        Major Events
• o   Daddy Daughter Dance ticket site is up
• o   NYE – cancelled for 2019 due to $4/5k in cost, low turnout and weather conditions. Future plans are under consideration.
• ·        Education
• ·        Major Projects:
• o   Community Engagement
• o   Master Plan Implementation
• §  Review one-page draft Sandy circulated on 11/21.
• o   OCC Newsletter
• o   Oakley Recreation Center
• o   Pedestrian Safety
• §  Bike racks – need input from community on placement. Joe put together a map of locations where we might want them. All bike racks are being donated.
• §  Paint the Streets – include within intersections, midblock murals, curb extension murals. Important component of Vision Zero initiatives.
• o   Oakley History
• o   Website
• o   Social Media

December 3^rd Agenda Requests

Adjourn Meeting

Motion to adjourn meeting at 8:53PM by Colleen Reynolds; seconded by Seth Shaifer. Meeting Ends at 8:53PM

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, November 5, 2019 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

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Trustees Present: Cody Gausvik, Dan Krohn, Colleen Reynolds, Seth Shaifer, Sean Fausto, Jason Wilcoxon, Sandy Gross, Evan Nolan, Dave Schaff, Jon Bernier

Trustees Not Present: Kenny McNutt, Joe Groh

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

·         City Hotline – 591-6000

·         Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

·         Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Call to order - Pledge of Allegiance

Welcome

• Sign in sheet; Speaker Cards
• Trustee Introductions
• City Hotline-591-6000; Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400
• Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

Not present

District 2 Police report

Violent crime is down; do not leave anything visible in sight. Put things in your trunk when you leave your house NOT when you get to your running destination – thieves are watching for recently parked cars.  

CRC

Mini Camp was today due to Election Day (6am-6pm). CRC will be closed 11/11 for Veteran’s Day as well as Thanksgiving Day and Friday after. Breakfast with Santa 12/14 8AM-12PM $5 person – free breakfast to anyone who brings gift for donation. You can drop the kids off on 12/6 and 12/13^th $10/kid for adults’ night out.

Guests

• Thread’s Boutique (Grand Opening Saturday, November 16th)
• • Not present.
• TriYoga with LQ – Christianne Green
• • Different types of classes based on level of expertise.
• Census 2020 – Marissa Pherson
• • Important everyone responds. You can respond online this year. ‘Census Takers’ are paid $19/hour in Hamilton County: 2020census.gov/jobs

City of Cincinnati

• Oakley Urban Parking Overlay District: Brian Ogawa & Gio Rocco
• • College Hill, Northside also considering this plan.
  • Would remove parking minimums for businesses in designated areas in Oakley.
  • Cons: change/uncertainty what this could bring.
  • If Oakley decides to do this, map would be created with the Department of Community and Economic Development and OCC. Board would be heavily involved.
  • Master Plan suggests that we participate in this process.
  • Envision this only applying within NBD.
  • There is no formalized process when Community Council requests this. Board would need to write a letter to the Department of Community and Economic Development to initiate.
  • Concern about residential parking congestion on neighborhood streets. This program could create residential parking permit program ($40/ year).
  • Request to obtain data from the City on how many parking variances OCC has had to grant.  
  • Move to Third Thursday Discussion; form committee. Spring deadline?  

Development Items

• McBride Dale Clarion – Letter of Support Request: Greg Dale, Jeff Laine
• • 2853 Madison (corner of Andrew and Madison); proposing single-family condos.
  • Two buildings, one with 5 units and one with 2 units.
  • Need for four variances: 1.) 1 principle building per lot; 2.) front yard variance (8ft reduction), 3.) Side yard variance; and 4.) rear lot 19ft variance.
  • ½ story on first level (with garage) with two stories above.
  • ~$400k+ price point.
  • Owner-occupied, two car-garage in most units. 20-17 ft. wide each.
  • No motions taken. Tableted for 12/3 meeting; asking to see landscape plan (Sandy will be the lead).

Committee/Project Items:

• Neighborhood Guidelines Update – Sandy Gross, Colleen Reynolds
• • Provide to developers which would summarize Master Plan, landscape initiatives, Oakley’s priorities, etc.
• Troy McAndrews (Establishment owner) was present to update us that the project is completed.  
• Oakley Flag/Flagpole Motion – Dan Krohn, Joe Groh
• • You can purchase your own Oakley flag at local Flaggs USA.

Motion by Dan Krohn to spend up to $1000.00 on flag-related expenses outlined in the email dated 11/5/19. Seconded by Seth Shaifer. Unanimous approval.   

• • Includes purchasing three flags, a gold ball for the top of the flagpole, new equipment to raise and lower flag with theft protection and a table runner for local events.
• Esplanade Christmas Lights Motion – Cody Gausvik
• • Cody Gausvik motions to spend $3,500 for holiday lights for twenty trees on the esplanade; seconded by Sandy Gross. Unanimous approval.   
• City Paint the Streets Initiative – Joe Groh
• • Tabled for next meeting.

CRC Update? Evan Nolan, Colleen Reynolds and Jalisa (of CRC) have spoken with Ignite Philanthropy over the past few months. Working to create prototype for new CRC center.   

Approve October 17th Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve 10/17/19 meeting minutes by Sandy Gross; seconded by Evan Nolan. 8 approved. Cody Gausvik and Dave Scaff abstained

Financial Report – Jason Wilcoxon

Motion to approve financial report as presented by Jason Wilcoxon; seconded by Evan Nolan. Unanimous approval.

NSP Funding: City allocates funds every year for OCC’s use. $6,078 total (OCC decided to divide up funds as follows: $1,000 membership, $1,500 to beautification, $1,000 to operations, $2,578 to events). Oakley Resident Vote: 22 yes’; 1 no.

NBD Funding: Earmarked for NBD: $3,800 total = OCC decided to divide funds up as follows: ($1,000 for beautification, $2,800 for special events)

Oakley Resident Vote: 21 yes’; 1 no.

New Business

• Next Third Thursday Meeting is on Thursday, November 21^st – Brazee
• Next Tuesday OCC meeting is on Tuesday, December 3^rd – OCC Board Elections!

Motion to adjourn the meeting by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Seth Shaifer. Meeting ends at 9:00PM

Oakley Community Council
Brazee Street Studios – 4426 Brazee St

October 17, 2019; 7:00 PM

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Meeting Minutes

• ·       Attendance:   Colleen, Evan, Jason, Dan, Sean, Joe, Seth, Jon, Kenny, Sandy. Absent: Cody, Dave
• ·       Approve 10/1 Minutes:  Motion: Seth Seconded: Jason  Vote 9-0 in favor, 1 abstain
• ·       Elections & Board Vacancies – Colleen Reynolds
• o   Elections held at December meeting (12/3/2019)
• o   2 members not returning (Sean, Dave)
• o   2 members are running (Colleen, Sandy)
• o   Anyone interested in running should contact us
• o   3 individuals have mentioned running
• ·       Pedestrian Safety Grant Discussion – Joe Groh & Colleen Reynolds
• o   $5k grant from Justin Doyle Homes to be used for Vision Zero efforts
• o   Joe presented information about the intersections/crosswalks in the Isabella Paxton/Wasson area, and potential uses for the $5k (Signs, crosswalk painting)
• o   Due to Metro plans to remove bus stops at the plaza main entrance/light and in front of Chipotle (Mt. Vernon), increased emphasis on crosswalk at Ferdinand (where bus stop will stay). This crosswalk top 8 on resident list of concern, this elevate that priority.
• o   Joe will look into working the city to supplement our $5k to cover costs so can get better signals.
• o   Discussion about having SOP/guidelines for accepting grants/donations. Colleen will check on how the city handles it.
• ·       NBD / NSP – Jason Wilcoxon & Craig Rozen
• o   NBD
• §  Reimbursed for 18/19 funds
• §  Submitted 19/20 application
• ·       $3800 total, $1000 for landscaping, $2800 for events
• o   NSP
• §  Submitted claim for 18/19 funds, awaiting reimbursement
• §  19/20 application to be submitted, 11/26 review
• ·       $6000 total, $1500 membership, $1000 board operations, $1000 beautification, $2500 events
• ·       Real Estate Development Updates – Sean Fausto
• o   Initial discussion of Taco Caso/Mio’s properties
• o   Anchor Properties, on behalf of a national bank, looking to buy existing CC-A properties and 1 SF-6 property on Isabella
• o   One way drive thru on to Isabella, non-traditional bank, remove curb cuts at Mio’s
• o   Each member able to provide input. Key concerns/points raised:
• §  Commercial creep, change from SF-6
• §  Drive thru
• §  If not this development, what could come next? How long?
• §  This corner listed as an area of opportunity to redevelop/cleanup during master plan process.
• o   Sean to ask them to introduce themselves at November 5th meeting, present at December 3^rd meeting.
• ·       Oakley Recreation Center Update – Evan Nolan
• o   Kickoff meeting help with fundraiser, key city/rec directors, OCC reps (Evan, Colleen)
• o   Scott (fund raiser) asking for help with:
• §  Contact info for potential business donors
• §  Identifying community leaders/businesses to champion the effort
• ·       OMP One-Pager for Developers – Sandy Gross
• o   Sandy had met with Karen Crawford (OMP steering committee member) and discussed a set of developer guidelines geared to landscaping and adding to our tree canopy. Wondered if we could come with one pager covering all aspects. Require an arborist review to be part of each development review.
• o   Joe reminded the board that the OMP team had started putting together such “neighborhood guidelines” last January. Each of the 4 teams were to provide theirs to Jared Ellis, but not sure if anything had been done with them. Will check with each team and have their list sent to Sandy
• o   City “ReLeaf” program (free trees), Sandy like to start an “Oaks for Oakley” campaign to increase our tree canopy.
• ·       Arborist Motion – Sandy Gross 
• o   Related to previous topic. Sandy will prepare a motion for arborist review and one pagers at 11/5 meeting.
• ·       Oakley Flag / Board To-Do’s – Dan Krohn & Joe Groh
• o   Dan reported that Flaggs USA say they will be producing and selling the Oakley flag (house size) for sale
• o   Dan suggested buying a bigger Oakley flag for use on the esplanade
• o   Joe suggested lowering the cleat on the flag pole so a ladder not required to raise/lower the flag. Flaggs USA can do this for us.
• o   Brought up potential for adding lights for the flag pole.
• o   Dan & Joe to put together a motion, with costs estimates, to present for a vote at 11/5 meeting for these items.
• ·       Revisiting SOPs – Colleen Reynolds
• o   Looking to get back on track with developing/approving our SOPs
• o   Each member should look at what drafts they have, any new ones, and let Colleen know.
• o   Want to address one SOP at each third Thursday meeting.
• ·       November 5^th Agenda Requests
• o   In effort to help in agenda setting process, this will become a regular item for third Thursdays.
• o   Send suggestions to Colleen ASAP
• o   Suggestions: Bank development intro; city parking overlay presentation; arborist motion; flag motion
• ·       Christmas lighting
• o   Need to make arrangements for Christmas lights on the square.

• ·       Adjourn Meeting:  Motion: Sandy_  Seconded: Jon  Vote: all in favor

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, October 1, 2019 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

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Trustees Present: Cody Gausvik, Dan Krohn, Colleen Reynolds, Seth Shaifer, Joe Groh, Sean Fausto, Jason Wilcoxon, Sandy Gross, Evan Nolan

Trustees Not Present: Kenny McNutt, Dave Schaff, Jon Bernier

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

·         City Hotline – 591-6000

·         Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

·         Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Call to order - Pledge of Allegiance

Welcome

• Sign in sheet; Speaker Cards
• Trustee Introductions
• City Hotline-591-6000; Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400
• Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

200 EMS and 15 fire runs in September. 10/6-10/12 is ‘Fire Prevention Week’. Sunday (10/6), 1-5PM is the Open House at Station 31.

District 2 Police report

Violent crime and thefts trended down in September.  

CRC

10/21 – all day camp available due to in-service day at CPS; $50.

10/26 – 530-7PM Trunk or Treat. Local businesses can participate and attend. Usually hosts 100+ kids.

Tide Cleaners – Brandon Gilstrap

Grand Opening Saturday, October 5^th from 8-5PM. Anyone can have two garments cleaned for free.  

Oakley Flag – Henry Frondorf

Oakley’s new flag presented. Grant secured in 2018 was used to create individual Cincinnati neighborhood flags. You can order a flag at National Flag Company (locally made) on their website.

City of Cincinnati

• ·       Census Update: Joe Groh
• Today was the kickoff. ‘Complete Count Committee’ – gathering of business leaders, community councils, etc. that can help encourage people to complete their census form. Oakley had a completion rate of 91% in 2010. Important to complete for federal aid (Medicare/Medicaid, etc.). You can complete census online next year.
• ·       Vision Zero: Joe Groh, Colleen Reynolds, Derek Bauman
• Mission to reduce fatal injuries involving pedestrians; City Council recently adopted. CPS has supported this mission since many students have been involved in pedestrian-related injuries. Since 2013, there has been a 50% increase in pedestrian-related accidents.
• ‘Vision Zero Cincinnati Advisory Committee’ – we received 15 yard signs and a large sign to place over the bridge.
• www.cincinnati-oh.gov/visionzero - community members can submit data via survey.
• Where does the funding come from? City Council approved spending $750,000 each year. Duke Energy has agreed to increase lighting. Grants are also available. 
• How do they prioritize improvements? Data driven from people who complete survey (above). Specific crash data utilized as well.  
• Vision Zero Resolution 
• Whereas, pedestrian related crashes in the city of Cincinnati have increased approximately 50% since 2013, and more than two dozen school children have been struck by cars in Cincinnati in the last 12 months, and traffic crashes decrease safety and quality of life in our community, and
• Whereas, the Vision Zero model adopted by the city of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Public Schools seeks to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes, particularly involving pedestrians, and seeks to make our streets safe and equitable for all users through Engineering, Enforcement, and Education;
• Be it therefore resolved that the board of the Oakley Community Council supports Vision Zero and pledges to work collaboratively with Vision Zero partners and stakeholders to increase the safety and mobility of all who use our streets making Oakley a more vibrant and attractive neighborhood for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.
• Cody Gausvik motions to support the Vision Zero Resolution as written above; Sandy Gross seconds. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Local Elections

• ·       Issue 22 Letter of Support Request: Joe Groh & Colleen Reynolds
• SORTA Board approved to include an increase of $0.8% to the sales tax in Hamilton County on the March 2020 ballot.
• Metro Resolution 
• Whereas, pedestrian safety, improved traffic flow, and increasing transit usage are key goals and action plans in our Oakley Master Plan, and;
• Whereas, the Reinventing Metro plan will expand transit services, and be consistent with our Master Plan, and given the historic efforts by city council, county commissioners, state representatives, the Regional Chamber, and the Better Bus Coalition to develop a sustainable means of funding the plan;
• Be it therefore resolved that the board of the Oakley Community Council supports voting YES on Issue 22 to repeal the City Earnings Tax in November 2019, and voting in support of Hamilton County Sales Tax in March 2020, in support of funding the Reinventing Metro Plan, and the historic collaboration by city, county, state representatives, and SORTA board.
• Cody Gausvik motions to support the Metro Resolution as written above; seconded by Jason Wilcoxon. 7 in favor. Sean Fausto and Dan Krohn opposed. Motion passes.
• ·       Fair Cincy – Council Districts Ballot Initiative: Henry Frondorf
• Would change the way councilmembers are voted into City Council.
• There would be five council members each in a separate district and four at-large council members. 6,000 signatures needed by the end of November to get on March 2020 ballot.
• Faircincy.org  

Judge Berkowitz – Seeking reelection

Development Items

• ·       LAB Development LLC – Letter of Support Request: Doug Bartsch
• Adding additional antennas to existing tower. Concerns about electromagnetic signals; emissions are heavily regulated by FCC.
• Sean Fausto moves to support the addition of the Verizon antennae on the existing Duke Energy transmission tower as presented at the 10/1/19 meeting at the corner of Brownway Ave and Enyart Ave in Oakley; Dan Krohn seconds. Unanimous approval.
• ·       Preserve Hyde Park: Ann Gimbert
• Developer proposes building six single family homes on Wasson Ave across from Kroger. Concerns about fitting such a large development on a small parcel, subdividing land, being so close to the Wasson Way trail, etc. Crosswalks would have to be approved by DOTE.
• Ask is that we support Hyde Park Neighborhood Council and oppose the zone change.
• Colleen Reynolds will reiterate what OCC said during the 9/3/19 meeting and what we supported via email to each City Council member and the Mayor along with the City Planning Staff. OCC has not taken any position on zone changes or set back requirements.
•  
• ·       Isabella Townhomes – Groundbreaking & Donation: Craig Rozen
• $5,000 is being donated for Vision Zero initiatives. Craig encourages OCC to ask for developers to fund certain initiatives in the neighborhood. Thursday is the official groundbreaking at 4:30PM.

Approve September 19^th Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve 9/19/19 meetings by Joe Groh; seconded by Sean Fausto. 7 approvals; minutes approved.

Cody Gausvik, Evan Nolan and Jason Wilcoxon abstained.

Financial Report

Motion to approve financial report as presented by Evan Nolan; seconded by Dan Krohn.

Unanimous approval.

Oakley Community Council Elections are on 12/3.

New Business

• Invest in Neighborhoods Event – Thursday, October 3^rd
• Oakley 5K – Saturday, October 5^th at 730AM
• Third Thursday meeting on Thursday, October 17^th – Brazee Street Studios
• Next Tuesday OCC meeting is on Tuesday, November 5^th – Election Day!

Speaker Cards

11/1 Oakley Masquerade: $50.00 tickets include food and drinks – benefits ‘Save the Animals Foundation’ at the 20^th Century Theatre.

Planning Commission approved Oakley Master Plan. Goes to City Council for approval this month.  

Motion to adjourn the meeting by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Seth Shaifer. Meeting ends at 9:15PM

Oakley Community Council
Brazee Street Studios – 4426 Brazee St

September 19, 2019; 7:00 PM

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Minutes

Present: Seth, Joe, Colleen, Sandy, Sean, Sandy, Dan

Absent: Cody, Jason, Jon, Evan, Dave

Tide Dry Cleaning:  Brandon Gilstrap, marketing Manager

• ·       Grand Opening 8:5 on Saturday Oct 5
• ·       Ribbon Cutting (4pm 10/4)
• ·       Working being first LEED certified facility in the US

Approve 9/3 Minutes

Motion: Sean

Seconded: Dan

Yes: All

Abstain: None

Reminder: Oakley Master Plan is before Planning Commission 9/20 9:00AM

Oaktoberfest Recap – Joe Groh

• ·       Great turnout
• ·       Among the largest, if not the largest, volume of beer sold
• ·       Sold 14 Oakley Proud Series shirts
• ·       Had history timeline, before/now pictures, join OCC
• ·       Missed opportunity, more volunteers

Council Elections – elections coming up, get word out and look for interested parties.

City Council Rounds – Colleen Reynolds

• ·       Make rounds with council members to talk about our on goings
• ·       Invest In Neighborhood event at Madtree, 10/3
• o   If interested in attending, send Colleen email

Prospective Pedestrian/Bike Bridge Next Steps – Dan Krohn

• ·       DOTE meeting with Neyer reps, OCC reps (Dan, Joe, Colleen)
• ·       Obstacles: Duke easement, RR height
• ·       Funding sources: CMAQ an option
• ·       General options 1-6 presented – 4 Bridge alternatives, 2 tunnel
• ·       Next step - engineering drawings, meet with all parties

Committee Updates & Discussion:

• ·       Business
• o   Monthly Coffee Meetings – 1^st Tuesday, 8am, RedTree
• o   Joe & Kenny working on potential app (like the safety app) that would show listing of businesses who joined OCC
• ·       Economic Development & Zoning
• o   Colleen would like to come up standard letters of support, etc.
• o   Staff meeting city/Red Corner – traffic concerns, design aesthetics, rental vs owner
• o   Hubbard ground breaking Wednesday
• o   Northpoint tax abatement denied
• o   HP Wasson Homes
• §  HP asking us consider changing our support
• §  Or letter/motion: “We move to support for the concept of six single family homes on Wasson Rd as presented by Ken French at the OCC meeting on June 4th. This support is subject to continuing review of the development from the city and feedback from the community advisement team.”
• §  Been several meetings since where Ken stated we supported him unanimously, but failed to mention the conditions we added
• §  Changes:
• ·       Zoning change SF6 to SF2
• ·       5ft setback from street
• ·       Variance for rear setback – from 20 to 7
• §  Colleen to draft letter to share; doesn’t think need to rescind our letter
• ·       Finance
• o   NBD NSP submitted
• ·       Membership
• o   Real Estate
• §  Of Note : 9/5 Local Oakley LLC to BSS LLC (NorthPointe) for 2.75m
• § 
• ·       Beautification
• o   New flag on the Esplanade has been purchased and installed

• ·       Major Events
• o   No report
• ·       Education
• o   No report

Major Projects:

• o   Community Engagement
• o   No report
• o   Master Plan Implementation
• o   No report
• o   OCC Newsletter
• o   No report
• o   Oakley Recreation Center
• o   No report
• o   Pedestrian Safety - Joe
• o   Safety app gaining traction, outside area too
• §  19 Issues
• §  35 unique logins
• §  2 closed
• §  3 submitted to city for review
• ·       Updates to fleet feet
• ·       Flaggs
• ·       Crosswalk at Brotherton
• o   Neyer related upgrades in discussion
• o   Working with HP counterpart on upgrades around HP school and along Wasson
• o   City looking for support to amend charter to allow hand held cameras and not require officers to issue tickets in person at the time.
• o   Metro – vote yes on Issue 22

• o   Oakley History - Joe
• o   Oaktoberfest booth
• o   Growing support/input on FB group
• o   Next steps:
• §  Resident meeting
• §  Storage/online
• §  Oakley Guide app?
• o   Website - Kenny
• o   Payment options changing in 2020 (April), have to decide to stay with our current payment system, or pay higher fees for vendor option
• o   Social Media
• o   No report

10/1 Agenda Requests – send requests to Colleen

Adjourn Meeting

Motion: Sean

Seconded: Seth

Yes: All

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, September 3, 2019 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

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Trustees Present: Cody Gausvik, Dan Krohn, Kenny McNutt, Colleen Reynolds, Evan Nolan, Seth Shaifer, Joe Groh, Jon Bernier, Sean Fausto, Jason Wilcoxon, Sandy Gross, Dave Schaff (arrived after Master Plan vote)

Trustees Not Present:

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

·         City Hotline – 591-6000

·         Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

·         Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

Not present.  

Cincinnati Police District 2 Department Report – Phone 513-979-4480

Joe Groh presented appreciation award to Officer Tarvin. Officer Christine Berry will replace Officer Tarvin.

Remember to keep car doors locked – all break-ins were the result of cars being unlocked.

CRC Report – Jalisa

Trunk or Treat 10/26 – businesses and organizations can sponsor trunk for free.  

Full house at Hyde Park and Kilgour preschool and afterschool programs.

Job opportunities available at CRC starting at $10.69.

City of Cincinnati

Oakley Master Plan – FINAL VOTE

Latest version available online at Oakleynow.com under Projects. After OCC approval, the OMP will be presented for approval to the City Planning Commission at their September 20 meeting and scheduled with City Council during the first week of October for final approval.

Special thank you to the Master Plan Steering Committee, all residents involved in the four working groups over the past two years, the OCC Board and Jared Ellis of the Department of City for guiding us through this process.

Motion by Dan Krohn to approve the Oakley Master Plan as presented; seconded by Sandy Gross.

11 approve. Motion passes. Sean Fausto to provide support letter to Jared Ellis.

Transportation Coalition – Councilman Greg Landsman, SORTA, Pete Metz (Cincinnati Chamber) and Cam Hardy (Better Bus Coalition)

A city our size lacks a regional public transit system. Our current bus system is funded by income taxes, but it only generates a fraction of what’s necessary. Upcoming vote for sales tax increase from .08% to 1% and the income tax would be a 0.3% reduction (from 2.1% to 1.8%) to provide an additional $150 million ($40 million to infrastructure) for our bus system. If the SORTA board approves of this option, the measure would be on the ballot next year. Enhancement to Oakley: there would be a 24/7 route from Madisonville to downtown, additional express routes, etc. [www.reinventingmetro.com]

Development Items:

Oakley Yard/Kenner Site – Neyer Properties

Current plan includes public park, 63 single family lots, 300 apartments, senior living component and a half-mile walking trail. Here tonight seeking concept support.

Resident requested status of a pedestrian bridge across the RR tracks to Oakley Station. Greg Landsman said he would support our efforts pushing for a pedestrian bridge in that location.

Who owns greenspace/park once complete? Likely the City.

Motion by Sean Fausto to support the concept of the Oakley Yard site on Robertson Ave for the current Neyer Properties proposal as presented at the 9/3/19 meeting.

Evan Nolan moves to amend Sean’s motion.

Motion by Sean Fausto to support the concept of the Oakley Yard site on Robertson Ave for the current Neyer Properties proposal as presented at 9/3/19 meeting, subject to continuing commitment and cooperation in building a pedestrian bridge over the RR tracks. Seconded by Evan Nolan.   

Unanimous approval. Colleen Reynolds abstained.

Madison Park, former Masonic Lodge Site – Circle Development and Reztark

19 units, 3 stories, each with a two-car garage. First and parts of the second level will be stone/brick to match neighborhood. First step is to combine two parcels into one. Developer will insist Maple Park Avenue remain closed to Ridge Ave. Estimating a 2020 start date. Nearby Madison Park Ave residents are in favor or converting two parcels into one.

Motion by Sean Fausto to provide a letter of support to Circle Development for the Madison Park zone change from RMX & SFT to RM 2.0.

Sandy Gross proposes amendment to Sean’s motion.

Motion by Sean Fausto to provide a letter of support to Circle Development for the Madison Park zone change from RMX & SFT to RM 2.0 contingent on making a best effort to maintain current Oak Trees on property; seconded by Joe Groh. Unanimous approval. Colleen Reynolds abstained.

Nearby property owners will receive notice of the zoning hearing scheduled for 9/17 at 4:30PM at 2 centennial Plaza downtown.

Gateway Pedestrian Bridges – Brian Ogawa

$480,000 to repair western pedestrian bridge; demo would be $128,000

Options:

1 – fully fund repairs to the western pedestrian bridge;

2 – fund demolition (rejected as a group before narrowing to potentially either repair or keep bridge as is); or

3 – leave the bridge as is.

Business owner spoke in support of funding repairs.

Resident spoke opposing the of funding repairs.  

Kenny McNutt presented history of the Gateway site; bridges were last updated in 1982.

Dave Schaff mentioned TIF brings in $1 million per year – why not do both projects (repair western bridge and pedestrian RR bridge) in the future?

Could we wait since the bid is so high? No, because construction costs increase over time.

Dan Krohn encourages us to leave the bridge as is and use that money to invest into the pedestrian bike bridge over RR tracks.

Sean Fausto encourages us to leave the bridge as is.

Seth Shaifer encourages us to spend the money on greenspace instead of bridge repairs.  

Cody Gausvik encourages us to support repairs to the bridge.

Evan Nolan encourages us to support repairs to the bridge.

Sandy Gross read letter from previous board member and Oakley business owner, Brent, who is in support of repairs to the bridge.

Dave Schaff referenced urban plans that are still in effect today that planned to have both bridges functional. Dave reached out to several business owners to get their input. Dave is in support of funding the bridge repairs.

Jon Bernier supports repairs to the bridge.

Jason Wilcoxon supports repairs to the bridge.

Motion by Dave Schaff to support funding repairs to the western pedestrian as a part of the Gateway Bridge project, not to exceed what was previously budgeted ($1.89 million). Seconded by Cody Gausvik.

9 approvals. Joe Groh, Dan Krohn and Sean Fausto opposed.  

Beautification – Cody Gausvik

8/2/19 – Wimberg Landscaping returned to trim the suckers off the trees, weed and mulch any remaining unkempt tree wells. 8/24/19 – all beds were sprayed with weed preventer by Cody.

Education: Hyde Park Neighborhood Schools

Requesting a letter of support to begin expansion process. Plan includes 8 new classrooms, new gym and cafeteria.

Motion by Cody Gausvik to provide a letter of support for the district to begin the Hyde Park School expansion process (attached letter for reference); seconded by Jason Wilcoxon. Unanimous approval.

Evan Nolan will write support letter.

Pedestrian Safety: New App (Joe Groh & Kenny McNutt) – FREE!

Download app: https://occ-safety.glideapp.io; you can report speeding, people parking too close to your driveway, requests for additional lighting around crosswalks and you can comment on other pins that were placed by others in the area. 

safety@oakleynow.com – email address dedicated to pedestrian safety requests/updates in Oakley.

History: Oaktoberfest update

Booth will be set up at Oaktoberfest on Saturday, 9/14. 5-7PM Reds mascots will be there. Live music – School of Rock.

Oakley and Reds 150^th anniversary is this year; Reds will include tickets in random goodie bags at the event.

Approve OCC 8/15/19 Meeting Minutes

Motion by Jason Wilcoxon to approve 8/15/19 minutes; seconded by Dan Krohn. Minutes approved. Colleen Reynolds and Seth Shaifer abstained.

OCC Financial Report – Jason Wilcoxon

Motion by Evan Nolan to approve the current financial position of the OCC as of August 31st; seconded by Seth Shaifer. Minutes approved; Colleen Reynolds abstained. Financials approved.  

OCC Board Elections – If you’re interested, you must be member by October 3rd and attend at least 3 meetings.

Brazee Street Event - 9/12, 13 and 14^th beadmaking for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital patients.  

Motion to adjourn meeting by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Jason Wilcoxon. Meeting ends at 9:28PM.

New Business:

• ·       Election Reminder
• ·       Third Thursday meeting on 9/19/19 – Brazee Street Studios 7-9PM
• ·       Next Tuesday OCC Meeting 10/1/19 – Oakley Recreation Center 7PM

Oakley Community Council 3^rd Thursday Meeting

Brazee Street Studios

8/15/19; 7PM

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Trustees Present: Dan Krohn, Cody Gausvik, Joe Groh, Evan Nolan, Sandy Gross, Kenny McNutt, Sean Fausto, Dave Schaff, Jason Wilcoxon, Jon Bernier

Trustees Not Present: Seth Shaifer, Colleen Reynolds

Approve 8/6/19 Minutes

Motion by Joe Groh to approve 8/6/19 Minutes; seconded by Dan Krohn. Sean, Sandy, Jason and John abstained. Minutes approved.

Gateway Project - Jeff Stine

Option 1. $450,000-480,000 for repairs to western pedestrian bridge that will allow the bridge to last 30+ years.

Option 2. Demo western pedestrian bridge for $128,000

Option 3. leave as is - if we leave it, it will last 10-15 yrs. 

OCC board agrees to spend $20,000 for light packs, regardless of the above options chosen at the next meeting.

Dave motions to provide direction to the City to move forward with maintenance under Option 1 to the western pedestrian bridge with the OCURC funds being utilized last; seconded by Sandy Gross.

After OCC board discussion, Dave withdrew his motion.

Parking: Gio Rocco - Department of Community and Economic Development

“Urban Parking Overlay District” – took away parking requirements in OTR. This would be an amendment to the zoning code.

If property is zoned “CCM”: first 2000 square feet are exempt from parking requirements.

Question from Joe: What steps would the council have to take to explore this option? OCC would request Department of Community and Economic Development to review Oakley and come up with a proposal to submit to OCC board.

Evan Nolan motions for Gio Rocco and his team to come back to a public Tuesday OCC meeting in the future to present a recommendation on where a possible Urban Parking Overlay District would be located; seconded by Cody Gausvik. Unanimous approval.

Vandecar – Steve Dragon (sp?)

Seeking informal input on remaining Oakley Station lots – two locations (1 location is 3.44 acres; 1 location is 6.22 acres) currently zoned as office space. Asking for a modification to the zoning code to be acceptable for apartments, hotels or senior living. Currently zoned commercial industrial use. Environmental studies still need to be conducted prior to any plan being presented to OCC board. Lots are priced at $600,000 per acre.

Financial Reports:  Jason

Approve financials at the next meeting.

Hyde Park Neighborhood School: Jason & Angela

School is at maximum capacity – working to build extension on the property. OCC board to review letter and vote to support or propose this letter at 9/3/19 OCC public meeting. ~40%+ students live in Oakley

Supporting this proposal doesn’t negate a school from opening in Oakley.

Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:00PM by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Evan Nolan. Meeting Ends at 9:00PM

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, August 6, 2019 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

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Trustees Present: Cody Gausvik, Dan Krohn, Kenny McNutt, Colleen Reynolds, Evan Nolan, Seth Shaifer, Dave Schaff, Joe Groh

Trustees Not Present: Jon Bernier, Sean Fausto, Sandy Gross, Jason Wilcoxon

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

·         City Hotline – 591-6000

·         Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

·         Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31 

Very busy summer.

Cincinnati Police District 2 Department Report – Sean Tarvin – Phone 513-979-4480

Not present.

CRC Report – Jalisa

Not present.

City of Cincinnati

Oakley Master Plan – Final Draft Presentation (vote in September) – Jared Ellis

Next step is approval from OCC; then onto City Council for final approval.

What is a neighborhood master plan? It’s a vision for what the neighborhood could be and what we envision for the future. Includes guidelines for development, etc.  

Reasons we are not voting on OCC Master Plan tonight:

• 1.      We want to give residents time to provide feedback after viewing on oakleynow.com
• 2.      City department directors still need to vote
• 3.      We want to provide additional time for the OCC board to review

Gateway Pedestrian Bridges – Jeff Stine and Brian Ogawa

Executed contract; construction likely to begin in February. Project includes the complete removal and replacement of the eastern pedestrian bridge. We cannot afford to replace the western bridge. Cost of $450,000 to keep western bridge alive for another 20-30 years.

Board discussion planned for next Thursday; vote in September.

Jeff Stine will get an estimate for demolition of western bridge.  

Development Items:

Madison Park, former Masonic Lodge Site – Circle Development (Greg Lund, Sean, Ray)

Corner of Madison and Ridge. Need zone change to convert two parcels to single family use. Proposal includes 20 single-family attached townhomes, each three stories. Townhomes are planned for rental property.  

Several residents expressed concerns about increased traffic. Traffic study has been completed; estimated 7 trips per hour at peak hours.

Resident expressed concerned about contemporary styling that doesn’t match the traditional look of the nearby homes.  

Rental price point unknown currently.

Storm water question raised; will be addressed with the City.  

Developers will return next month requesting a letter of support for the zone change.  

Oakley Yard, Kenner Site – Neyer Properties

Includes walking and bike path along the perimeter; proposed playground and dog park. Also includes 63 single family lots, 300 apartments and senior living. Will return in September requesting a letter of support for the site concept in September.

CinFed – Jay Sigler and Jay Kincaid

CinFed has purchased home at 4704 Ridge Road; they want to purchase additional land along Ibsen. 

Asking for a letter of support for City-owned property to create greenspace.  

Motion by Dave Schaff to provide a letter of support for CinFed’s request to acquire the City owned property at 4700 Ridge Ave contingent upon CinFed maintaining the lot as green space and returning to the Oakley Community Council for future development requests. Seconded by Kenny McNutt.

Unanimous approval; motion passes.   

Beautification – Cody Gausvik

50+ tree wells were weeded and mulched in May by Wimberg Landscaping. The tree wells aren’t filled with weeds and look the best they have in years. We need a way to communicate to all of our property owners/businesses within our NBD that the tree wells and landscaping are their responsibility.

Proposal: issue reminder/clarification letter to property owners from Gills to MadTree along Madison.

74 property owners total.

Motion by Cody Gausvik to authorize Cody Gausvik to mail tree well/landscaping reminder/clarification letter via certified mail to all property owners along Madison Road within our NBD at a cost not to exceed $300; seconded by Kenny McNutt. Unanimous approval.

Pedestrian Safety: New App (Joe Groh & Kenny McNutt) – FREE!

Download app: https://occ-safety.glideapp.io; you can report speeding, people parking too close to your driveway, requests for additional lighting around crosswalks and you can comment on other pins that were placed by others in the area.  

safety@oakleynow.com – email address dedicated to pedestrian safety requests/updates in Oakley.

History: Oaktoberfest (Joe Groh)

Booth will be set up at Oaktoberfest on Saturday 9/14.

Oakley and Reds 150^th anniversary is this year; Reds will include tickets in random goodie bags at the event.

Transit Levy – Joe Groh

Proposal to reduce earnings/income tax for Cincinnati from 2.1% to 1.8% and that is conditioned on the county levy increasing the sales tax by .07%. The charter issue would be in November and the levy in the spring of 2020. That would make the Hamilton County total sales tax 7.07%. Countywide sales tax increase of .07 – raises $110m for SORTA.

Result: Madison Road would have 24/7 bus access; greater frequency of runs; extended holiday/weekend hours, etc.

OCC Financial Report – Jason Wilcoxon

Tabled due to Jason’s absence.     

6/4/19 OCC Meeting Minutes

Motion by Joe Groh to approve the 6/4/19 minutes; seconded by Dan Krohn. Minutes approved; Cody Gausvik, Dave Schaff, Kenny McNutt abstained. Motion passes.

OCC Board Elections – If you’re interested, you must be member by October 3rd and attend at least 3 meetings.

Motion to adjourn meeting by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Joe Groh. Meeting ends at 9:29PM.

New Business:

• ·        McAlister’s Deli Opening – Monday, 8/26/19 at 10AM
• ·        Third Thursday meeting on 8/15/19 – Brazee Street Studios 7-9PM
• ·        Next Tuesday OCC Meeting 9/3/19 – Oakley Recreation Center 7PM

Oakley Community Council
Oakley Community Center

June 4th, 2019; 7:00 PM

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  513-533-2039

Meeting Minutes

Call to order - Pledge of Allegiance

Welcome

• Sign in sheet; Speaker Cards
• Trustee Introductions
• • Colleen__X__ Joe__X__Dan_X__Kenny___Cody____Dave____Jon__X__
  • Jason____Sandy___Seth__X__Sean_X___Evan__X__

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

No representative

District 2 Police report

Capt. Jones, Officer Tarvin

Schools out, be aware of more children out.

Crimes down from last month, exception a brief spike in auto break-ins, but suspect caught.

CRC

Jalissa – CRC going through Business Plan review, looking at Management Standards and funding.  Key points of emphasis:

• ·       Organization structure
• ·       Facilities
• ·       Programming

Summer camp is full – 175 kids, which is highest count of any rec center in city

Pool is open, hours can be found here: https://cincyrec.org/search/facility.aspx?id=96

OCC Summer Schedule – Colleen Reynolds

• ·       Third Thursday Meeting:  20 June at Brazee
• ·       Not July OCC Tuesday meeting, next meeting be 6 August
• ·       Hope to schedule Oakley Master Plan review meeting in July
• ·       Possibly Neyer design/community meeting

Guests:

• ·      Brigid Kelly, State representative
• o   Provided update on legislation of interest
• §  State Budget in process
• §  HB6 Renewable energy passed
• §  HB 137 – pay Statements be provided to employees
• §  HB 178 – Permit less carry

• ·      Oakley Master Plan – Jared Ellis
• o   Full plan not ready to be presented, goal to have ready to present at some point in July
• o   Meet with OMP steering committee before OCC meeting, there are updates/changes to be worked.

• ·      Cincinnati Zoo & Pollinators – Molly O’Neil
• o   Pollinator Challenge – to promote awareness of pollinator issues and encourage residents to plant pollinators
• o   http://cincinnatizoo.org/conservation/pollen-nation/
• o   Provided pocket guides with tips and recommendations

• ·      Property Management Signage – Shane Kennedy
• o   No show

Development Items:

• ·      Oakley Yard – Neyer Properties
• o   Jeff Chamot (Neyer), Clete Benken (MKSK Architects)
• o   Provided Neyer background
• o   Goals:
• 1.    ESTABLISH A VISION TO TRANSFORM THE OAKLEY YARD INTO A GREAT WALKABLE NEIGHBORHOOD.
• 2.    OFFER A MIX OF RESIDENTIAL USES, LIVING STYLES AND AMENITIES THAT ENHANCES OAKLEY AND THE CITY.
• 3.    BUILD STRONG LINKAGES TO OAKLEY SQUARE, OAKLEY STATION, AND ROOKWOOD.
• 4.    BUILD ENTHUSIAST SUPPORT FOR PREFERRED DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVES AMONG NEIGHBORHOOD LEADERS AND CITY OFFICIALS
• o   Presented two preliminary/potential options for the property, both had combination of”
• §  Greenspace/parks,
• §  single family homes (“Alley loaded”)
• §  senior housing,
• §  3 and 4 story apartments
• o   Density/# of units of each type varied slightly between the options
• o   Support pedestrian/bike bridge/tunnel into Oakley Station
• o   Cleanup of Robertson Ave
• o   Addition of bike and walking paths
• o   Presentation available online under Meeting Documents

• ·      Local Oakley – Bill Davin
• o   Continuing to work with the city, subdivision approved

• ·      Habitation Development Group LLC – Kenneth French
• o   Looking to develop property on south side of Wasson, near corner of Paxton and Wasson, across the street from Kroger’s.
• o   Property in Hyde Park Neighborhood District, but within the Oakley Statistical Area, so they presenting to both councils.
• o   Proposing to build 6 stand-alone single-family homes, between the road and proposed Wasson Way
• o   In coordinated site review process currently.
• o   Motion for letter of support made by: Dan     Seconded by: Evan   Vote: All in favor
• o   Motion #06042019_1
• §  We move to support for the concept of six single family homes on Wasson Rd as presented by Ken French at the OCC meeting on June 4th. This support is subject to continuing review of the development from the city and feedback from the community advisement team.

• ·      Justin Doyle Homes – Michael Heines
• o   Presented on their development on Isabella
• o   Motion for letter of no opposition made by: Evan     Seconded by: Joe   Vote: All in favor
• o   Motion #06042019_02
• §  We move to provide a letter of no opposition to the development as approved by the city and presented to the OCC.

Approve May 16^th Third Thursday Meeting Minutes

Motion: Sean Seconded: Seth

Yes: 6 (Collen, Joe, Dan, Seth, Evan, Sean)

No:

Abstain: Jon

May Financial Report

• ·       Tabled until 20 June third Thursday, neither Jason or Kenny present

New Business:

• Oakley After Hours – Friday June 7^th
• Third Thursday meeting on Thursday, June 20^th – Brazee Street Studios

Speaker Cards

• ·       James Farber – asked attendees to support Better Bus Coalition and their petition to have a SORTA/Metro tax increase added to the City charter (requires an amendment). Would help offset Metro budget deficit and allow Metro to expand services.
• ·       Evan Nolan – Update on Rec Center/CRC Foundation payment.
• o   Initially indicated our $45,000 check would be paid directly to the CRC Foundation, but has in fact been paid directly to the fund raiser.
• o   Simplifies the process and would allow easier return of our funds when/if fund raising goal met.

Adjourn Meeting

Motion: Evan  Seconded: Seth

Yes: All

No:

Abstain: