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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hamilton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Schuler Benninghoff Mill development funding
Council locked in state strategic community investment dollars for the Schuler Benninghoff Mill redevelopment via an emergency ordinance.
Todd Homes Ludlow Street infill housing
First readings would sell two city-owned Ludlow Street lots to Todd Homes LLC and fund construction of new single-family homes at 801 and 824 Ludlow Street.
Affordable housing fee waiver pilot program
Council finalized tweaks to the fee-waiver pilot program that waives development fees to encourage affordable housing and infill building.
Affordable housing fee waiver pilot program
Council advanced amendments to the Development Fee Waiver Pilot Program to encourage affordable housing and infill development.
Urban renewal plan amendments
Council adopted emergency amendments to the city's urban renewal plan after a public hearing with no speakers, following earlier land dedication of roughly 0.4 acres of sliver parcels as right of way around the Main Street/Western Avenue/Haldeman Avenue/Cyril Avenue intersection.
909 Ross Avenue electrical service dispute
A developer renovating 909 Ross Avenue says Hamilton Utilities is forcing his electrical service outside despite his engineer, contractor, and the building inspector saying the existing setup can work. The mayor asked staff to convene and explore alternatives within a week.
Infill housing on industrially zoned land (825 Maple Avenue)
A Habitat for Humanity house is proposed on a lot zoned for limited industrial use. The commission recommended approval, sending it to City Council — a small step toward filling vacant lots with homes.
Urban Development
Hamilton is eyeing a brand-new neighborhood for development, meaning fresh investments and major changes are headed your way soon.
Site Redevelopment
Following a fire at the old Beckett Paper Company site, Hamilton leaders are hashing out plans to clean up the vacant land and figure out what to do with it next. This is a big chance to shape the future of the neighborhood, so expect plenty of community discussions about safety and redevelopment.