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Archives for September 2021

City Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 28 at 6:00 pm

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To view agendas for city meetings, passed ordinances, or to learn more, visit bexley.org/meetings. City Council meetings are streamed live to our YouTube channel.

Coming up at the September 28 meeting, City Council will discuss the following items:

  • Ordinance 35-21: Enter agreement with ODOT for Urban Paving project along US 40 including resurfacing and partial pavement repair along with other associated work in accordance with Preliminary Participatory Legislation RC 5521.01
  • Ordinance 36-21: To establish the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Fund and to appropriate $1,442,422.10 from the ARPA Fund
  • Ordinance 37-21: Accepting Recreational Easement from Capital University
  • Ordinance 38-21: Amend Chapter 1230.42, Impervious Cover definition, and Chapter 1230.49, Lot Coverage, Overall definition, in order to specify the treatment of artificial turf as impervious cover for the purposes of lot coverage calculations
    Ordinance 39-21: Amend the Bed and Breakfast at 519 South Drexel Avenue in the City of Bexley
  • Ordinance 40-21: Specify overtime pay provisions for City employees who worked community events on July 4, 2021 and September 5, 2021
  • Ordinance 41-21: Accepting the proposed donation of the Columbia Place private street in the Columbia Place subdivision by the City of Bexley for a public street
  • Resolution 11-21: Confirming the Mayor’s appointment of Rachel Laing to the Civil Service Commission
  • Resolution 12-21: Accept tax amounts and and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the County Auditor
  • Resolution 13-21: Adopt the 2021 recommendations of the Bexley Tax Incentive Review Council regarding tax-abated properties in the City of Bexley

The following tabled items may be discussed:

  • Ordinance 12-21: Adopt and approve the City of Bexley Electric Aggregation Plan of Operation and Governance, and to declare an emergency
  • Ordinance 24-21: Award the Bexley Electricity Aggregation Program contract to AEP Energy, based upon the terms and conditions provided for in their RFP, as modified by the Board of Control
  • Resolution 10-21: Granting area variances with conditions from the minimum lot requirements for the property located at 407 Northview Drive zoned R-3 residential, to allow two non-conforming contiguous lots in single ownership being used in combination and considered an undivided parcel under the Bexley City Code to be split to permit two independent lots and parcels that would not meet existing R-3 minimum lot requirements

BCF Adds Four Free Little Libraries in Bexley

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Four Free Little Libraries have been installed around Bexley thanks to donations in honor of Susan Quintenz’s recent birthday. Susan is passionate about both the Bexley Community Foundation and books. As Susan said, “Being a book lover has changed my life. Let’s hope our little gateway to the world of books will change the lives of others.”
 
The locations include Schneider Park in South Bexley, the Graeter’s Patio just north of the Bexley Community Foundation office, Havenwood Park and the David H. Madison Community Pool.
 
The BCF is looking for book donations! Please drop off books to the Bexley Community Foundation office, 552 South Drexel Avenue, or at the locations of the Free Little Libraries. Take a book, or leave a book and enjoy all this project is able to offer our Bexley community!

Cross with a Cop

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With school starting back up, it’s important to educate our young pedestrian & bike commuters on safe street crossing! The Bexley Police Department will be hosting two opportunities at two different intersections to learn more about Bexley’s helmet laws, sidewalk safety, and how to properly cross a busy intersection. 

At Cassingham and Broad Street:

  • September 21 at 8:00 am

At Cassingham and Main Street:

  • September 23 at 3:25 pm

Joining a Bexley Board or Commission

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Bexley has a variety of boards and commissions that help steer decision-making in the City. If you’re interested in learning more, visit the “boards” drop-down menu at bexley.org. Even if there isn’t a current vacancy on a board of interest, we’re always looking for potential members, so please don’t hesitate to reach out to applications@bexley.org to let us know!

Taste of Bexley Returns Thursday, September 23

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Proudly brought to you by the Bexley Area Chamber of Commerce, the Taste of Bexley is a chance for food lovers to experience delicious fares from 20+ restaurants and three beer vendors. Entertainment includes music by DJ Dr. Lava, the Big Rockin’ Blues Band, a live cooking demonstration, and much more!

Date: Thursday, September 23
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: 2100 Clifton Avenue, Columbus, OH 43209

Click here for tickets

The Taste is about supporting the strength of our community. As the Chamber’s annual fundraiser, the Taste of Bexley enables the Chamber to contribute to Bexley’s continued economic vitality by empowering members to build and sustain healthy, vibrant businesses.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Bexley

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Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States from September 15 – October 15. September 15 marks the anniversary of independence of five Hispanic countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, who all declared independence in 1821. Mexico, Chile, and Belize celebrate their independence days on September 16, 18, and 21, respectively.

The Bexley Minority Parent Alliance (BMPA), City of Bexley, Bexley Public Library, and Bexley Celebrations and Events Committee are hosting the 2021 Bexley Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Mark your calendars:

Additional events will include Hispanic themed/bilingual Youth Service Story Times and Read Alouds in conjunction with the Bexley Public Library. More details to come!

City Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 14 at 6:00 pm

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Coming up at the September 14 meeting, City Council will discuss the following items:

  • Ordinance 35-21: Enter agreement with ODOT for Urban Paving project along US 40 including resurfacing and partial pavement repair along with other associated work in accordance with Preliminary Participatory Legislation RC 5521.01
  • Ordinance 36-21: To establish the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Fund and to appropriate $1,442,422.10 from the ARPA Fund
  • Ordinance 37-21: Accepting Recreational Easement from Capital University
  • Resolution 10-21: Granting area variances with conditions from the minimum lot requirements for the property located at 407 Northview Drive zoned R-3 residential, to allow two non-conforming contiguous lots in single ownership being used in combination and considered an undivided parcel under the Bexley City Code to be split to permit two independent lots and parcels that would not meet existing R-3 minimum lot requirements
  • Resolution 11-21: Confirming the Mayor’s appointment of Rachel Laing to the Civil Service Commission
  • Resolution 12-21: Accept tax amounts and and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the County Auditor

The following tabled items may be discussed:

  • Ordinance 12-21: Adopt and approve the City of Bexley Electric Aggregation Plan of Operation and Governance, and to declare an emergency
  • Ordinance 24-21: Award the Bexley Electricity Aggregation Program contract to AEP Energy, based upon the terms and conditions provided for in their RFP, as modified by the Board of Control

To view current agendas for city meetings, passed ordinances, or to learn more, visit bexley.org/meetings. City Council meetings are streamed live to our YouTube channel.

Indoor Mask Mandate Effective Friday, September 10

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On September 8, the City of Bexley joined the City of Columbus in mandating masks in most indoor public spaces regardless of vaccination status. This mandate will go into effect in Bexley on Friday, September 10. Franklin County Public Health announced their support of this effort, and is encouraging local municipalities to enact a similar mandate.

This updated mandate comes as a result of rising COVID-19 cases and the continuing vulnerability of unvaccinated youth in Bexley. Currently, Franklin County is averaging 493 new cases per day, which is a 58% increase from the average in late August.

Why is the City mandating masks indoors even if I’m vaccinated?
The Delta variant presents new risks to all individuals, regardless of vaccination status:

  • The Delta variant can infect and spread among vaccinated individuals.
  • Vaccinated individuals, on average, have less severe reactions and those who have access to the vaccine are strongly encouraged to become vaccinated. To find a vaccine provider or clinic, visit the Ohio Department of Health ‘Vaccine Management System’ database.
  • The Delta variant is much more transmissible than earlier variants, and more easily spread both indoors and outdoors.

To learn more about COVID-19 in Bexley, visit bexley.org/coronavirus.

Trash & Treasure Sale at Jeffrey Mansion on September 11 & 12

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The Bexley Activities Club (BAC 55+) is once again sponsoring their annual Trash & Treasure Sale! This event has grown immensely over the past few years and all proceeds will support senior activities in Bexley. The sale includes antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, artwork, housewares, books, linens and much more.

The sale will take place at Jeffrey Mansion on the following dates:

  • Saturday, September 11 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Sunday, September 12 from 12:00 – 5:00 pm

For more information or to donate items, please contact Kristen Schweitzer with Bexley Recreation and Parks at (614) 559-4310 or by emailing kschweitzer@bexley.org.  

Household Hazardous Waste Information and Upcoming Collection Events

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Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) can be harmful to the environment, so it’s important to properly dispose of and divert as much as we can from entering the landfill. Several times a year, Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) partners with local municipalities to offer residential recycling collection events that make it easy for residents to discard items like old batteries, unused household cleaners, gasoline and motor oils. Most items are free to dispose of, with the exception of latex and water-based paints, which will incur a small fee for disposal because they’re not harmful and can be safely disposed of in household trash.

What’s Considered Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)?

Identifying HHW is simple. Look for key words on the container or tag, like poison, danger, caution, flammable, corrosive, or “use in a well-ventilated area.”

Households generate a wide range of poisonous, dangerous, flammable and corrosive products, including lawn chemicals, solvents, household cleaners and pool chemicals. These materials should not be tossed out with household garbage but should be taken to a mobile collection event or the permanent facility located at 645 E. 8th Avenue in Columbus (43201). 

Save the Date: Upcoming HHW Collection Events

Have a garage or basement full of products that you think might be considered HHW? Save the date for these two upcoming collection events:

Can’t make it to one of these mobile events? No problem. Visit the permanent facility at a time that’s convenient for you. Get directions and hours of operations here.

Webinar Reminder: Household Hazardous Waste 101 on Wednesday September 8, 2021

Join SWACO and Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed (FLOW) on Wednesday, September 8 from 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. to learn more about how to identify HHW, where to properly dispose of it in Franklin County, and explore cleaning alternatives that are safer for people and the environment. Click here to register. 

With your help, we can keep our community clean, reduce waste, and lessen our impact on the local environment. Click here for more information on accepted and unaccepted items, local HHW events, and address and hours of operation for the permanent facility. 

Together, we can make a difference! Visit swaco.org/195/Household-Hazardous-Waste for details.

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