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Loveland City Council will hold a special meeting on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. to discuss their goals, strategic priorities, and any other business as may properly come before the municipal body which may be considered and acted on. The meeting will be held at the Loveland Safety Center, located at 126 S. Lebanon Road and is open to the public.
by David Miller
We will almost certainly never surpass the 1.3 million readers we had in 2017 (combined on lovelandmagazine.com, Facebook, and Twitter) on the day and the day after the fire in the Historic District. And, we quite frankly never want to surpass that record unless it’s much better news. (Early morning fire destroys 2/3 block in Historic Downtown Loveland)
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The most-read story by a wide margin in 2019 involved the levy the school district put on the ballot. Actually, we only published a few stories that were informational, the Five Ws (Who, What, When, Where, Why) of the levy vote. We provided public documents, notices of public meetings, etc.
Interesting is what drove readership… we let our readers tell the story through Guest Columns and Letters to the Editor.
Letting our readers, and District staff tell the story in balanced thought-provoking columns proved that we had no need to publish “she said-he said” stories filtered through our eyes and we are extremely grateful to those who submitted columns and the reflective social media comments that followed. We published each and every opinion piece we received and only occasionally felt the need to delete some of the social media comments that were inappropriate.
Topping all of the levy stories was a Guest Column by Juliet Tissot, “We should not thumb our noses at the less fortunate just because we want nice stuff.” We did nothing special to promote Tissot’s column, however, are extremely proud of the Loveland community taking such interest in the subject she raised, because the plight of the “less fortunate” is rarely if ever discussed here in the Loveland area. I hope in 2020 this subject is revisited often inside the institutional framework of school board meetings, city buildings, and township halls.
LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV also produced several videos of school board meetings where the District and local residents discussed the levy which added to making the levy by far the most looked at topic of 2019.
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“Public Advised Not to Enter Little Miami River South of Old 3C Highway Until Further Notice” and “Canoe liveries warn of dangerous river conditions this weekend“.
#3[VIDEO] Parking garage coming to Historic Downtown and Council executes purchase agreement for 1.15406 acres of land on First Street in Historic Downtown
#4 Buy the original White Pillars home
#5 Loveland Magazine “Local Voter Guide” to issues and candidates
#6 Loveland’s Rails Trails & Ales Festival is Sept. 6 thru 8
#7 Beloved Loveland High School educator: Charles R. Schmidt passes
#8 It only took 8 minutes a story about flash flooding on Loveland Maderia Road.
#9 Arrest made for scattering screws and nails on the roadway at SR 131 & Betty Lane
#10 [Breaking] W. Loveland/Loveland Madeira area is being evacuated (Crews are investigating a natural gas leak at the intersection of W. Loveland/Loveland Madeira. The area is being evacuated and Duke is on scene.) Exact source of natural gas leak still not pinpointed – evacuation still in place
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect that trees will be collected by Public Works crews beginning today, December 27 and continues until January 17.
Loveland, Ohio – The City of Loveland provides residents with an annual Christmas Tree removal service and makes it easy for you to get rid of those real trees with curbside pickup. The collection takes place from December 27 and continues until January 17. Remove all decorations and place Christmas trees at the curb.
For details of the Christmas tree recycling program call 513-707-1442.
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Baily and Weisgerber continue as Mayor and Vice Mayor
Loveland, Ohio – Loveland Magazine Reporter Mihaela Manova covered last night’s City Council meeting and will have complete coverage of the swearing-in of the successful candidates in the November election.
Last night Council selected a Mayor and Vice-Mayor for the next two years. She will also have that news.
Mihaela has video of the complete ceremony including speeches, photos, and video interviews of the next Mayor and the winners of the election in the can and it will be published soon.
Loveland, Ohio – Current Mayor Kathy Bailey and current Councilmember Kent Blair retained their seats on Council in the recent election. Andy Bateman was elected for the first time. All three will take an oath of office in a special council meeting on Monday, December 2. The meeting begins at 7 PM at City Hall.
After the three are sworn in and join the other four councilmembers at the dais, all seven will vote to elect a Mayor and Vice-Mayor who will serve in those positions for the next two years until the next municipal election in 2021.
The other council members are, current Vice-Mayor, Rob Weisgerber and members, Ted Phelps, Tim Butler, and Neal Oury who each have two years remaining of their current terms. Angie Settell was not re-elected.
Here are results of the Loveland Magazine informal poll of area residents when we asked, “Hey Psychics, “Who is most likely to be Loveland’s next Mayor?”
Kathy Bailey – 57%
Here is the agenda for the meeting…
AGENDA
City Council Meeting 7:00 PM Monday, December 2, 2019
Loveland City Hall 120 West Loveland Avenue Loveland, OH 45140
A. Loveland Police and LSFD Chaplain Bill Hounshell
A. Oath of Office
6. Nomination and Election of Vice Mayor
A. Oath of Office
7. Benediction
A. Loveland Police and LSFD Chaplain Bill Hounshell
8. Adjournment
(The next City Council Meeting will be on December 10, 2019, at 7:00 PM)
Loveland, Ohio – Citizens who wish to be considered for service on any City, board, commission, or committee must complete an application and submit it to Misty Brents, Clerk of Council, by Monday, December 2.
Applications are available online at www.lovelandoh.gov (link) or at City Hall located at 120 W. Loveland Avenue. Cheshire said, “Committee members must live, work, or own their own business in the City of Loveland, or demonstrate some other significant tie or contribution to the City of Loveland.”
Applications are being accepted for the following Boards, Commissions, and Committees:
Arts Commission: Members would establish guidelines and oversee public art displays and murals as well as promote and involve the community in visual and performing arts. The commission meets as needed. Two-year term.
Beautification Committee: Members of this committee beautify Loveland through design, organization, and implementation of plantings that enhance the appeal of our city. Annual events include Spring Planting, Fall Planting, and Light Up Loveland. This committee meets approximately monthly. Two-year term.
Board of Zoning Appeals: Members hear and govern appeals from decisions of the Building and Zoning Department, Planning and Zoning Commission, and requests for variances from building and zoning regulations. This board meets as needed. Three-year term.
Civil Service Commission: Members make, adopt, and oversee compliance with rules and regulations related to the appointment, promotion, removal and compensation of employees in the classified service of the city. This commission meets as needed. Three-year term.
Community Improvement Corporation: The CIC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation formed for the purpose of advancing, encouraging, and promoting the industrial, economic, commercial, and civic development of the City. Members serve two-year terms. Meetings are held as needed.
Comprehensive Master Plan Committee: Members of this committee will direct the development of the Comprehensive Master Plan working with the Planning and Zoning Commission and the consultant selected to prepare the Master Plan. This committee will meet as needed until the final plan is adopted.
Finance Commission: Members of this commission provide oversight of the annual operating budget and make recommendations to Council. The Commission also acts in an advisory capacity to City Council in matters pertaining to short- and long-range financial policy matters and funding for City operations. The Commission also reviews and recommends changes to the City’s Investment Policy. This commission meets quarterly with weekly meetings during budget season. Three-year term.
Historic Preservation Design Review Committee: Members of this committee are knowledgeable about historic preservation and building repairs. Their responsibilities include working with a consultant selected to prepare historic preservation guidelines. The committee meets as needed. Two-year term.
Law & Ordinance Committee: Members review proposed laws and ordinances for clarity, accuracy, and legality prior to Council consideration. This committee meets as needed at the request of City Council. Two-year term.
Lighting District Equalization Boards: This Board hears objections filed by property owners to their proposed assessments. Meetings are held as needed. Two-year term.
Planning and Zoning Commission: Members of this commission serve in an advisory role regarding land use and land development issues. The commission advises and makes recommendations to City Council regarding the City’s master plan for development, zoning changes, platting, and site plan approval. This committee meets as needed but not less than every two months. Three-year term.
Public Relations and Communications Committee: Members assist the City in improving communications to enhance the ability of citizens to learn about community issues, city events, and to consider marketing strategies to promote the city and its image. This committee meets as needed. Two-year term.
Recreation Board: Members of this committee provide for the development, maintenance, and operation of recreational facilities and programs for the City. This boards meets as needed. Three-year term.
Storm Water Committee: Members see that the City is maintaining its storm water plan to help provide for cleaner streams and rivers. This committee meets as needed. Two-year term.
Tax Board of Review: Members of the Board meet to examine and make recommendations pertaining to changes in the tax code. This board meets as needed.
Tax Incentive Review Council: This Council meets annually to review all abatements granted pursuant to the City’s regulations. Two-year term.
Tree & Environment Committee: The Tree & Environment Committee recommends the development of policies and promotes practices that provide environmental prosperity in our community. This committee meets monthly. Two-year term.
Veterans’ Memorial Committee: The Veterans’ Memorial Committee promotes patriotism throughout the year and assists in the planning of the Memorial Day Ceremony. The committee plans and oversees the creation of new memorials and promotes the sale of paver inscriptions at the Veterans Memorial. This committee meets as needed. Two-year term.
Loveland, Ohio – On December 2, Loveland City Council will meet to swear in the recently elected members. The meeting will begin at 7 PM at City Hall.
Kathy Bailey is the current Mayor, however, after municipal elections in Loveland, Council meets in an “Organizational Meeting” and votes among themselves a Mayor and Vice-Mayor for the next two years.
Sitting at the Council table that night will be the three who finished at the top of the November 5th election; current Mayor, Kathy Bailey (2,642 votes), newly elected member, Andy Bateman (2,190 votes); and, current member, Kent Blair (1,873 votes). Current member Angie Settell (1,247 votes) was not re-elected. Council has 7 members.
The other candidates not elected were, Pat Ahr (1,183 votes) and Cory O’Donnell (769 votes).
Sitting with those who won on November 5th will be current members, Vice-Mayor Rob Weisgerber, and members Tim Butler, Neal Oury, and Ted Phelps.
Let’s have some fun and see if readers can see into the future, “Who is most likely to be Loveland’s next Mayor?”
Just for fun, we’ve thrown in our favorite write-in candidate, Ms. Loveland Frog! Because after-all it would be nice to have a “tad” more gender equality and hear something besides just 7 human voices croaking “Yes” in unison for the next two years.
If you find value in reading these Election Results and the expense involved in putting it together, please…
These results have been posted after the Clermont, Hamilton, and Warren County Boards of Elections have published their “Unofficial Results” and all precincts have reported 100% unless noted as of 12:30 AM. Official results must be certified by the various Boards in the coming weeks.
Combined Operating and Bond Levy
Clermont Co.
YES – 1219
NO – 4101
Hamilton Co.
YES – 1185
NO – 4394
Warren Co.
YES – 43
NO – 139
TOTAL –
YES – 2447
NO – 8634
Bond Levy 5.24 mills – 34 years
Warren Co.
YES – 91
NO – 106
Clermont Co
YES – 1264
NO – 1668
TOTAL
YES – 1355
NO – 1774
4.96 mills Bond Levy
YES – 3508
NO – 3675
4 mills Bond Issue
YES – 6067
NO – 3758
Additional Levy 4.99 mills for 4 years
YES – 5522
NO – 4389
Pat Ahr
Clermont Co. – 249
Hamilton Co. – 866
Warren Co. – 68
TOTAL – 1183
Kathy Bailey
Clermont Co. – 659
Hamilton Co. – 1840
Warren Co. – 143
TOTAL – 2642
Andy Bateman
Clermont Co. – 581
Hamilton Co. – 1493
Warren Co. – 116
TOTAL – 2190
Kent G. Blair
Clermont Co. – 481
Hamilton Co. – 1290
Warren Co. – 102
TOTAL – 1873
Cory O’Donnell
Clermont Co. – 216
Hamilton Co. – 509
Warren Co. – 44
TOTAL – 769
Angela L. Settell
Clermont Co. – 243
Hamilton Co. – 931
Warren Co. – 73
TOTAL – 1247
Arthur R. Jarvis
Clermont Co. – 2631
Hamilton Co. – 2241
Warren Co. – 81
TOTAL – 4953
Kathryn Lorenz
Clermont Co. – 2931
Hamilton Co. – 2611
Warren Co. – 85
TOTAL – 5627
Phil Beck – 2459
CJ Carr – 1745
Joseph C. Grossi – 2968
Edward J. Haskins – 670
Kyle Mitchell – 626
Benjamin Redman – 600
Sandra Russell – 753
Emily Chestnut
Clermont Co. – 3659
Hamilton Co. – 0
TOTAL – 3659
Mike Durkee
Clermont Co. – 1789
Hamilton Co. – 0
TOTAL – 1789
Dave Meranda
Clermont Co. – 3572
Hamilton Co. – 0
TOTAL – 3572
James Rhodes
Clermont Co. – 1606
Hamilton Co. – 0
TOTAL – 1606
Bob Hausermann – 1999
Bill Pitman – 953
Laura Engled – 2449
John Benthien –
Warren Co. – 142
Clermont Co – 1323
TOTAL – 1465
Julie Casey –
Warren Co. – 106
Clermont Co. – 1709
TOTAL – 1815
Derrick Holmes –
Warren Co. – 37
Clermont Co. – 1116
TOTAL – 1153
Deborah S. Gray –
Warren Co. – 152
Clermont Co. – 2308
TOTAL – 2460
Ken Tracy – 6356
Eric C. Ferry – 6249
Kari L. Bloom – 10014
Heather S. Russell – 17396
Clermont Co. –
YES – 697
NO – 281
Hamilton Co. –
YES – 1909
NO – 1044
Warren Co. –
YES – 165
NO – 59
TOTAL –
YES – 2771
NO – 1384
Renewal with an Increase 17 mills – for Fire & EMS – for 5 years
For – 915
Against – 310
Tax Levy (Renewal) – .34ml 5yr – Family Services & Treatment Programs
For – 111,399
Against – 48,980
Tax Levy – (Renewal) – 4.13ml 5yr – Developmental Disabilities
For – 121,513
Against – 38,881
For – 3922
Against – 2370
For – 3082
Against – 2239
Clermont County Board of Elections
Hamilton County Board of Elections
Warren County Board of Elections
Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance and Loveland Magazine will co-host a Meet the Candidates night this Wednesday.
The school is at 801 South Lebanon Road.
This event is FREE and the public is encouraged to attend
Loveland, Ohio – Here are the instructions and the date for the City’s Fall Brush Pick-up.
You can also click on this .pdf and print this information to have in a convenient place as a reminder: Loveland’s Fall Brush Pick-up
