The Huber Heights City Council convened for a work session on June 3, 2025, to discuss various community initiatives and updates. The meeting commenced with the roll call, confirming the attendance of council members, while noting the absence of Mr. Davidson and Mr. Campbell.
The first agenda item was the approval of minutes from a previous meeting, which passed without any corrections. Following this, City Manager John acknowledged the successful distribution of the "Summer in the Heights" guide, which received positive feedback from residents. This guide, along with a monthly newsletter, provides essential information about local parks and upcoming events, including a summer concert series.
John also announced upcoming road work for sanitary sewer improvements in Carriage Trails, which will result in a temporary road closure for two to three weeks. He highlighted the city's achievement of receiving a four-star award from the Ohio Auditor of State, recognizing the city's commitment to transparency and public access to information.
Economic development efforts were discussed, with John noting the active business retention and expansion visits being conducted. He reported the opening of two new businesses in the past month and reminded residents about the upcoming community garage sale scheduled for June 12-15.
The meeting also featured an update from the Culture and Diversity Commission, presented by its newly elected chair. The commission aims to promote inclusivity and civil rights within the community. They reported on successful events, including a recent Martin Luther King Jr. event and upcoming initiatives such as a Juneteenth concert on June 15 and a multicultural festival on September 11. The chair emphasized the importance of engaging diverse communities and urged the council to continue supporting the commission's efforts.
Overall, the meeting underscored Huber Heights' commitment to community engagement, transparency, and cultural inclusivity, with several initiatives planned for the coming months. The council looks forward to further updates and continued collaboration with local organizations and residents.