Cleveland Heights Council Committee of the Whole September 14, 2026

The City of Cleveland Heights Council Committee of the Whole met on September 14, 2026, to discuss several key legislative and procurement matters. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed ordinance regulating short term rentals, including registration requirements, occupancy limits, noise and parking enforcement, and the removal of a proposed 3% transient occupancy tax due to platform collection challenges. Council members debated grandfathering provisions, enforcement timelines, and coordination between city departments for effective regulation. Additionally, the council previewed an upcoming special meeting to consider an amendment to a design-build contract with AKA Construction for a spa renovation project, with a guaranteed maximum price of approximately $1,011,000, primarily funded by unspent ARPA monies that must be allocated by year-end. The meeting also covered updates on the Landmark Commission legislation, the development of a legislative process framework to improve transparency and tracking of council-initiated legislation, and discussions on the council code of conduct. The council emphasized the need for clear communication, enforcement protocols, and timely legislative review to ensure effective governance and procurement oversight.