Committee of the Whole - Jun 22 2026

The City of Hilliard Committee of the Whole meeting on June 22, 2026, focused on a detailed presentation of the Hilliard Housing Study by Deputy Planning Director Jackie Yeoman and Housing Committee Chair Vince Papsidero. The study addressed the city's projected population growth and the need for diverse housing types and price points to meet current and future community needs. Key procurement-related discussions included strategies to update zoning codes, implement a pre-approved plans program to facilitate smaller-scale residential development, and explore incentives such as density bonuses for affordable housing units. The committee also discussed potential capital improvement considerations related to infrastructure capacity, particularly sewer system upgrades in older areas, which could impact housing development timelines. The Housing Steering Committee recommended adoption of the study, with plans to return to City Council for formal approval and presentation of a 12-month action plan. Community engagement results and barriers to housing development, including construction costs and regulatory challenges, were also reviewed. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but policy and programmatic recommendations were emphasized to support future procurement and development activities.