# Hamilton City Council Meeting 9-23-26


**Body:** TvHAMILTON
**Date:** September 22, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Public Safety, Construction & Infrastructure, Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure


The Hamilton City Council held a regular meeting on September 23, 2026, which included a public hearing and multiple legislative actions. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval and authorization of an application for the 2026 Justice Assistance Grant from the Department of Justice, including an interlocal agreement with Butler County and the city of Middletown to use the grant funds for law enforcement purposes. The council also considered several ordinances and resolutions related to property disposition and funding agreements with Todd Holmes LLC for residential construction projects on Ludlow Street. Additionally, management agreements with the Greater Miami Valley YMCA for community centers were authorized. The council approved a resolution for a mutual police aid agreement within Butler County and a resolution to apply for the One Ohio Recovery Foundation Regional Cycle grant. Supplemental appropriations for the city budget were introduced but only read once due to quorum limitations. The meeting also featured presentations on the city’s 2025 audit results, which received an unmodified opinion indicating strong financial controls and compliance, and updates on infrastructure and neighborhood services. The city manager addressed concerns about the FLOC automated license plate reader program, noting ongoing evaluation and public safety benefits. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session regarding personnel matters.

**Source:** TvHAMILTON