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Planner Elizabeth Dakin told the commission the site is adjacent to existing transitional zoning and the change would align with the Northwest Neighborhood Vision Plan, which recommends a mixed-use corridor on lower Salem because of proximity to downtown. Staff noted the parcel already contains a parking pad and estimated the site would require about seven parking spaces to meet standard office use requirements.

The planning board and the North Central Priority Land Use Board both recommended approval in unanimous votes. Dakin said the city received one email in opposition; city staff reached out to that neighbor and did not receive additional comments. Commissioners had no substantive objections and moved the implementing ordinance (PLN2025-00034) to first reading; the legislation was assigned Ordinance No. 32146-25 and will return for subsequent readings.

Planning staff said the Transitional district is intended to provide a low-intensity mixed live–work environment that is compatible in form and function with adjacent residential neighborhoods and limits traffic-generating uses.

Next steps: ordinance 32146-25 will receive additional readings per the city's legislative schedule; if approved, the zoning change would allow the property owner to pursue office or adaptive reuse consistent with the T district’s permitted uses.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Dayton City Commission Meeting 5-7-25","oneSentenceSummary","City planning staff recommended rezoning at 704 Salem Ave from mature single-family (MR5) to Transitional (T) to allow low-intensity office and live-work uses; the commission accepted the recommendation and assigned ordinance 32146-25 for first reading.","taxTitle","Dayton City Council, Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio","taxId",68964,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6243915,"City presents $7.9 million Kettering Fields sports complex improvements; contractors and designers outline scope",164,431000,595000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3237040-d791f5f2e559642f8ce57984d05a393b&start=431&end=595","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3237040-d791f5f2e559642f8ce57984d05a393b/thumbnail_431000.jpg","/articles/6243915/Ohio/City-presents-79-million-Kettering-Fields-sports-complex-improvements-contractors-and-designers-outline-scope","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6243915-7e06920ae7393a15853a85bf767e3968/orig.mp4?Expires=1771143552&Signature=dCRZRx-xtOZQgNDhRwMU7L23koDBAppU5cBPGXSWELhGDgg4hGB9JLoYbTqeQJ9snN~lwhwwv8VuW-hs4ekXWaCbcOX-1q3k6-wuUDobo~P~z5VgL6zToGv7Npp2JytPlWa1Y3MfP0jvrCISffI~q0d~7BFH7gSIKI2gPkESqSaRv0bE7Y0AZwzOyp3YPZJTPXRvUTtpK~5LA8DiVNoisLYaBDdmWzPxtEKOeFRdf3532Wo~6QsrqYNBcWKW09QfGx3xfEkF~2JVuM8OJQ9YrIEPdMTikbAftnXnitulefxPvvEmRIJHx~iXrbHpzO2~DdPiApzn~9~Un-LZXA2V~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City officials and design consultants on Wednesday presented refined plans for phase 1 of the Kettering Fields Sports Complex and identified Ohio Irrigation (doing business as O'Hail Site Solutions) as the apparent low and best bidder on a proposed $7,900,000 construction contract.

City staff introduced the item as a major component of phase 1 work at the complex and said two bids were received; Ohio Irrigation was selected as the lowest and best bidder. Passaro Associates — represented by Jeff Bonecutter and project architect James Link — presented the site's proposed layout, including pedestrian circulation, parking, a 3,000-square-foot administration and restroom building, and upgraded athletic facilities.

Planned improvements summarized by the consultant and staff include: replacement or upgrade of five turf infields; installation of six pickleball courts; two new multi-purpose grass fields; LED lighting for athletic fields, parking areas and Centennial Field; upgrades to the existing five-plex softball diamonds; and improved pedestrian paths separated from vehicular parking.

Funding and procurement: staff said some project funding will come from GEO debt funding and earlier Kettering Field Improvement allocations (noted as 2022 Kettering Field Improvement funds) and that the design team adjusted plans to meet the city’s budget constraints. City Manager \"Miss Dixing\" introduced the item and called forward representatives from the contractor and Passaro Associates to brief the commission. Commissioners who spoke during the presentation generally welcomed the improvements and asked a small number of clarifying questions about amenities and program use.

Public comment at the meeting did not raise objections to the Kettering Field item; commissioners expressed support and anticipation for the fields to host local leagues and larger events.

Next steps: staff indicated the item was before the commission for presentation and recommended award; the transcript does not record a formal contract approval vote during the meeting. If the commission schedules a formal contract award, staff said procurement would then proceed in accordance with the city's contracting rules and project financing plans.

Design highlights and community context
- Pedestrian spine: a central separated sidewalk providing continuous access through the site.
- New building: a 3,000-square-foot administration and restroom building to serve visitors and players.
- Athletics: five upgraded turf infields, six pickleball courts, two multi-purpose grass fields and upgraded LED field lighting.
- Accessibility and events: consultants noted the plan seeks to support youth leagues and attract tournaments.

Quotes: \"We've been working collaboratively with the Department of Recreation for the last several months,\" said Jeff Bonecutter of Passaro Associates. Project architect James Link walked commissioners through the site layout and amenities and answered commissioners' clarifying questions.

Commissioners Thomas Lawson, Fairchild and others voiced support during remarks, with Fairchild noting personal familiarity with the site and enthusiasm for bringing tournaments and activity back to the facility.","City staff and the project team presented plans and a recommended $7.9 million construction contract for phase 1 improvements at Kettering Fields Sports Complex, including turf fields, new lighting, pickleball courts and a 3,000-square-foot support building; no final contract vote was recorded at the meeting.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6243920,"Dayton commission approves $1.4 million purchase of downtown parcels for new police station",1016,836000,1852000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3237040-d791f5f2e559642f8ce57984d05a393b&start=836&end=1852","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3237040-d791f5f2e559642f8ce57984d05a393b/thumbnail_836000.jpg","/articles/6243920/Ohio/Dayton-commission-approves-14-million-purchase-of-downtown-parcels-for-new-police-station","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6243920-e6fc7196a32278195acf858d41e65f67/orig.mp4?Expires=1771143552&Signature=Y-qw~Uu0NPgoKLbW9PaqV7rjjZ9Wwm7XrQWBX-pFj58wHp4KCUtPHlMh8IF5v8LNeeM6aw7lVIR7dTE2e-YxNpw1Bb0Nt-zh89NxA9q2nRIrQTgbZFzqLXQxS4jiCCyBX7wofhF~~HABxbQ6D4V7gQyP5XT8ANvp10eLuHXe6ZdhGRmlzab2P1pBq7zr6jMrXC1Wco-i1tMh4vAnHzQPY49TsdFOSq02INrsbsZ8w~tVjJfQkr1g1OlQONvSxZJkoTL0DxYZ7iamvv96VCSAZTjXQFA1odmZ55M~LbKk8G1KKSeZCkpcTLU~ZCGp6QbnJTQumtAccBjIBDPSnkDbtA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Dayton City Commission on Wednesday approved emergency legislation to acquire two downtown parcels — 101 South Saint Clair Street and 118 East Fourth Street — for $1,400,000 as the preferred site for a new Central Business District police station.

The vote came after a lengthy presentation from Major Paul Saunders of the Dayton Police Department and more than an hour of public comment. The ordinance was declared an emergency and passed in a roll-call vote with Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims Jr., Commissioner Joseph and Commissioner Shaw recorded as voting aye and Commissioner Fairchild recorded as voting no; Commissioner Turner Sloss expressed support while urging the same urgency for neighborhood blight issues.

Major Paul Saunders, who led the department presentation, said the parcel selection followed a multi-year feasibility process and an evaluation of downtown options after the city found existing downtown structures could not meet modern building-code requirements for new public safety facilities. \"This is probably gonna be the most one of the most pivotal impact projects I'm involved with,\" Saunders said, describing the site as \"perfect\" for downtown deployment and visibility.

Why it matters: city and business leaders said a visible police presence downtown helps deter crime and supports economic activity. Chris Kershner, president and CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, told commissioners that downtown businesses have invested heavily and \"a visible, consistent law enforcement presence will have a direct impact on improving safety.\" Supporters argued the location is two blocks from the Jefferson Street RTA hub and close to the Oregon District and Courthouse Square.

Opponents at public comment raised financial and preservation concerns. Resident Evan Lavoie said he \"strongly oppose[d]\" buying the sites for $1.4 million when, he said, the owner paid far less in prior years and owes delinquent taxes. Several speakers asked why the city would pay the owner rather than use existing tools such as foreclosure, tax remedies or the land bank; others urged saving the historic diner and powerhouse on the parcels. Commercial broker Joe Derkers called the emergency action \"rushed\" and urged more public time to consider alternatives.

City staff and the police department said urgency was driven by an active seller, previously stalled negotiations that resumed, and the risk of losing the opportunity if the city delayed. City Manager \"Miss Dixing\" (as identified in the meeting) told commissioners staff researched site constraints and that the city could not commit to a construction timeline until closing. Saunders said the city had set aside roughly $450,000 for demolition estimates and that acquiring title is the first step before design and community engagement for the building and site.

Key facts and next steps
- Purchase price: $1,400,000 for 101 S. Saint Clair St. and 118 E. Fourth St. (emergency ordinance 32145-25).
- Demolition: staff identified demolition funding estimates (about $450,000 set aside) and said bids will be solicited after acquisition and environmental review.
- Funding: city staff said acquisition funds come from the 2024 General Fund capital allocation; construction funding and final design have not been identified and will be part of later budget processes.
- Timeline: no construction schedule was established; Major Saunders and staff said the first step is acquisition, followed by design, community engagement and then procurement for construction.

Commissioners and staff emphasized that community engagement on design and operations will follow acquisition. Commissioner Turner Sloss said he would support the purchase on condition that the city apply the same urgency to long-standing neighborhood blight issues. Commissioners and the city manager also described ongoing recruitment and staffing efforts for the department: Saunders said West District construction is scheduled for completion in March 2026 and the department has academy classes underway.

The commission approved the emergency ordinance authorizing the purchase; staff will proceed with closing steps, title review and environmental due diligence before demolition or design work begins.","The Dayton City Commission voted to buy two downtown parcels at 101 S. Saint Clair St. and 118 E. Fourth St. for $1.4 million to site a new Central Business District police station, prompting debate over urgency, property condition and community engagement.","actionData","errors"]

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