The Highland Heights City Council met on May 20, 2025, to conduct several important legislative and budgetary actions. The council approved the second reading of an amended pay classification ordinance, which included salary adjustments for multiple city positions such as public works staff, police officers, and social workers. Council also heard the first reading of the city’s amended FY 2025 budget, which reflects higher-than-expected revenues and a reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds across specific departmental budgets in line with auditor recommendations. In addition, the first readings of two ordinances were presented: one reducing the Planning Commission’s membership from eight to seven, and another to rezone approximately 2.35 acres along Alexandria Pike from residential to general commercial. The proposed rezoning, aimed at facilitating development of a veterans medical clinic, drew concern from some council members who emphasized the city’s long-term vision for mixed-use development and walkability. After discussion, council voted to hold a public hearing before final consideration. The meeting concluded with updates on the upcoming Memorial Day ceremony and plans to use new digital signage to promote city events. Disclaimer: This summary was generated using AI and may not capture all meeting nuances or discussions.