Cleveland Heights Council Committee of the Whole July 6, 2026

The City of Cleveland Heights Council Committee of the Whole met on July 6, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a $105,100 contract with ICC for a comprehensive review and update of the city's building and housing codes, a project aimed at modernizing codes not reviewed in decades. The council also reviewed a professional services agreement with DS Architecture LLC for the Cumberland Pool facility modernization and rehabilitation project, with a contract value of approximately $913,000 after negotiation. Additionally, the council addressed a resolution authorizing agreements with Cummins, Inc. for electrical services related to generator replacement at a fire station, noting a budgeted increase of about $5,000 for a larger unit. Other procurement-related topics included the appointment of members to the Tax Incentive Review Council and discussions about nuisance property abatements and related enforcement processes. The meeting also covered legislative initiatives such as zoning code amendments, accessory dwelling unit regulations, and short-term rental legislation, with plans for further public engagement and planning commission review. The council discussed procedural rules and codes of conduct for members, as well as upcoming budget schedules and legislative priorities for the remainder of the year.