Cuyahoga County Planning Commission Weblog: regionalism tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2009-01-26:/blog//1 2012-02-08T18:27:07Z Movable Type 4.23-en Water supplier opinions tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2012:/blog//1.12304 2012-02-08T18:03:07Z 2012-02-08T18:27:07Z A Plain Dealer editorial urges the Cleveland Division of Water and the cities of Macedonia and Westlake to resolve their differences without the cities changing water systems. The paper's Brent Larkin is highly critical of both Mayor Clough and the... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ A Plain Dealer editorial urges the Cleveland Division of Water and the cities of Macedonia and Westlake to resolve their differences without the cities changing water systems. The paper's Brent Larkin is highly critical of both Mayor Clough and the Division of Water.

]]> 2012 State of the County tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2012:/blog//1.12301 2012-02-03T04:55:56Z 2012-02-06T22:46:05Z In his second State of the County address, Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald highlighted his accomplishments and introduced the Western Reserve Plan. He presented its 12 principles and his long range vision to an audience of more than 850 people.... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ In his second State of the County address, Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald highlighted his accomplishments and introduced the Western Reserve Plan. He presented its 12 principles and his long range vision to an audience of more than 850 people. A Plain Dealer editorial said that County Executive FitzGerald deserves "credit for setting big goals when he has the political capital to pursue them." Audio (MP3, 53.0 MB) and a transcript (PDF) of the address are available.

Update: some suburban leaders expressed interest in sharing services.

Update 2: an Akron Beacon Journal editorial supports County Executive FitzGerald's approach. Video of the address is now online.

]]> Cleveland's housing market tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2012:/blog//1.12302 2012-02-03T04:21:28Z 2012-02-03T05:19:09Z In a presentation to Cleveland City Council about the region's housing market, Tom Bier said that Cleveland and its inner-ring suburbs must work together on redevelopment efforts.... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ In a presentation to Cleveland City Council about the region's housing market, Tom Bier said that Cleveland and its inner-ring suburbs must work together on redevelopment efforts.

]]> Anti-poaching progress tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2012:/blog//1.12296 2012-02-03T03:33:16Z 2012-02-03T03:48:22Z To date, 20 of Cuyahoga County's 57 cities and villages, including Lakewood, Mayfield Village, North Olmsted, and South Euclid, have agreed to Cuyahoga County's anti-poaching pledge.... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ To date, 20 of Cuyahoga County's 57 cities and villages, including Lakewood, Mayfield Village, North Olmsted, and South Euclid, have agreed to Cuyahoga County's anti-poaching pledge.

]]> Merger study process extended tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2012:/blog//1.12247 2012-01-08T04:59:19Z 2012-01-08T07:16:47Z Mayor Mulcahy said that voters in Moreland Hills, Orange, Pepper Pike, and Woodmere probably won't see a ballot issue this November on a potential merger due to the complexity of the subject and the need for study.... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ Mayor Mulcahy said that voters in Moreland Hills, Orange, Pepper Pike, and Woodmere probably won't see a ballot issue this November on a potential merger due to the complexity of the subject and the need for study.

]]> Inspiration from the west coast tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12210 2011-12-19T20:55:34Z 2011-12-19T21:09:46Z At GreenCityBlueLake, Marc Lefkowitz looked to San Diego for ideas to inform the Northeast Ohio Sustainable Communities Consortium's planning process.... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ At GreenCityBlueLake, Marc Lefkowitz looked to San Diego for ideas to inform the Northeast Ohio Sustainable Communities Consortium's planning process.

]]> State regionalism fund tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12209 2011-12-17T04:50:35Z 2011-12-30T05:37:15Z The Ohio House of Representatives recently approved changes to the Local Government Innovation Fund, a $45 million grant and loan program that will support local government collaborations. The state will hold an outreach session at Tri-C's Corporate College East on... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ The Ohio House of Representatives recently approved changes to the Local Government Innovation Fund, a $45 million grant and loan program that will support local government collaborations. The state will hold an outreach session at Tri-C's Corporate College East on January 17.

Update: the Local Government Innovation Fund application (PDF) is now available.

Update 2: the Akron Beacon Journal described the program.

]]> November 2011 election results tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12105 2011-11-09T21:50:29Z 2012-01-12T22:25:38Z Election recap Tuesday's election included the following issues: Mayfield Village Issue 82 (commercial rezoning): passed Richmond Heights Issue 90 (participation in joint service districts): failed Solon Issue 95 (industrial rezoning): passed (reactions) South Euclid Issue 96 (retail rezoning): passed (more)... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ Election recap

Tuesday's election included the following issues:

Visit the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections for complete results.

In Lorain County, voters rejected a quarter-percent sales tax increase. The county will institute cuts that include reducing its contribution to Lorain County Transit from $100,000 to $50,000. Avon voters approved a charter amendment that establishes a minimum lot size for residential areas.

]]> FitzGerald advocates for change tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12058 2011-10-19T20:53:42Z 2011-10-19T21:09:06Z Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald promoted his anti-poaching protocol in a Plain Dealer op-ed, calling the agreement "an eminently reasonable step toward fostering cooperation in the interest of economic development."... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald promoted his anti-poaching protocol in a Plain Dealer op-ed, calling the agreement "an eminently reasonable step toward fostering cooperation in the interest of economic development."

]]> Regional collaboration conference tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12056 2011-10-15T03:43:09Z 2011-11-01T05:02:07Z More than 100 people attended the EfficientGovNetwork Regional Collaboration Conference in Akron on Thursday. They learned about practices and policies for increasing intergovernmental cooperation and efficiency. Update: Adam Harvey shared his notes and reactions from the conference. Update 2: conference... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ More than 100 people attended the EfficientGovNetwork Regional Collaboration Conference in Akron on Thursday. They learned about practices and policies for increasing intergovernmental cooperation and efficiency.

Update: Adam Harvey shared his notes and reactions from the conference.

Update 2: conference attendees explained their views.

]]> Economic development plans for Beachwood tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12052 2011-10-15T03:39:56Z 2011-10-15T10:02:58Z Beachwood's economic development consultant team presented its Economic Development Action Plan (PDF) to City Council on October 10. The plan offers seven fundamentals for an economic development program and sets of recommendations in eight areas. One of the suggestions encourages... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ Beachwood's economic development consultant team presented its Economic Development Action Plan (PDF) to City Council on October 10. The plan offers seven fundamentals for an economic development program and sets of recommendations in eight areas. One of the suggestions encourages the City to adopt a regional approach to economic development.

]]> Regionalism forum at Landerhaven tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12041 2011-10-11T03:36:13Z 2011-10-15T02:45:14Z On Thursday, the mayors of Orange, Pepper Pike, and Woodmere discussed the potential merger of their communities (along with the Village of Moreland Hills) at a Corporate Club forum. They spoke about their motivations and the potential cost savings. Update:... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ On Thursday, the mayors of Orange, Pepper Pike, and Woodmere discussed the potential merger of their communities (along with the Village of Moreland Hills) at a Corporate Club forum. They spoke about their motivations and the potential cost savings.

Update: the Chagrin Solon Sun and Cleveland Jewish News reported on the event. Meanwhile, Jill Miller Zimon interviewed Gary Norton, the mayor of East Cleveland and Beryl Rothschild, the former mayor of University Heights.

]]> Reactions to anti-poaching pact tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12029 2011-10-11T00:10:13Z 2011-10-12T16:18:58Z Leaders in Berea anticipate adopting Cuyahoga County Executive FitzGerald's anti-poaching agreement, while Highland Heights City Council rejected the agreement. Strongsville officials are considering the proposal. Update: the Sun Messenger says that Highland Heights City Council wants more information on the... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ Leaders in Berea anticipate adopting Cuyahoga County Executive FitzGerald's anti-poaching agreement, while Highland Heights City Council rejected the agreement. Strongsville officials are considering the proposal.

Update: the Sun Messenger says that Highland Heights City Council wants more information on the plan before deciding.

]]> November ballot issues tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.12018 2011-10-01T03:49:39Z 2012-01-12T22:28:57Z The November 8 ballot includes several planning and zoning issues in Cuyahoga County communities.Issue 82 in Mayfield Village is a residential to commercial rezoning of two properties on Wilson Mills Road for a proposed expansion of Deacon's Chrysler Jeep.Issue 90... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ The November 8 ballot includes several planning and zoning issues in Cuyahoga County communities.The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections has a complete list of issues (PDF) and an absentee ballot application.

In Avon, voters will decide a charter amendment that would establish a minimum lot size.

]]> FitzGerald's anti-poaching protocol tag:planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us,2011:/blog//1.11982 2011-09-15T03:46:31Z 2011-10-01T06:10:13Z Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald announced his revised Business Attraction and Anti-Poaching Protocol. It's intended to reduce incentives for business relocations that that do not add to the region's economic output. The proposed agreement is less ambitious than the initial... Kevin Leeson http://planning.co.cuyahoga.oh.us/ Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald announced his revised Business Attraction and Anti-Poaching Protocol. It's intended to reduce incentives for business relocations that that do not add to the region's economic output. The proposed agreement is less ambitious than the initial concept.

Update: the Plain Dealer provided more details, and in an editorial, said that the agreement "embodies two principles critical to the future of this area."

Update 2: reactions from suburban leaders have been mixed.

Update 3: Mayor DePiero of Parma signed and Pepper Pike City Council approved the agreement.

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