Legislative Committee
Pending Items That Affect Businesses
As of June 24, 2025

Lorain Road Resurfacing

Contracts for the resurfacing of Lorain Road, spanning from Sterns Road to Canterbury Road, are scheduled for 2025. At this time, no specific timetable has been established for the work. The project may incorporate improvements such as bike paths, median strips, and other features designed to enhance the road's appeal for cyclists and improve aesthetics. Water and sewer work does not appear to be part of this project. Businesses may experience disruptions in access during construction.

Dover Center Road Resurfacing

Two resurfacing projects are anticipated for Dover Center Road. The first will be conducted in partnership with the County and will cover the stretch from Butternut Ridge Road to Mill Road. The second project will address the section from Mill Road to the Westlake city line. Timing for these projects is still to be determined. Businesses located along the affected sections, particularly from Lorain Road to Brookpark Extension, as well as access to the City Administration Building, may be impacted.

Ordinance 2024-94 – Passed

This ordinance regulates food trucks within the city. It establishes guidelines regarding the days and duration a food truck can operate at a specific location, along with restrictions on certain products. Food trucks will now be permitted to operate at any given location for a maximum of one day per seven-day period, effectively limiting their ability to service businesses or job sites on a daily basis.

Ordinance 2025-17 – 1st Reading, In Committee

This ordinance proposes the approval and adoption of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan (Master Plan), which is developed every five years by an independent committee. This plan will guide the city's long-term development and infrastructure priorities.

Ordinance 2025-21 – Passed

This ordinance introduces a new zoning district for the "mall area." It mandates that new construction, expansions of 3,000 square feet or more, or any significant change in the principal use of a building in this district must comply with the new zoning requirements. The updated zoning guidelines are intended to encourage development similar to that of Crocker Park. This new district encompasses both the mall and shopping center areas. It was noted that feedback from existing property owners was limited during this process.