From the Desk of Mayor Bill Cervenik

It has been a long, cold winter and it’s only February! I am proud to say that our city crews have done an excellent job in keeping the streets clear. I appreciate the numerous phone calls and emails I have received from residents and businesses commenting on the great job our Service Department has done this winter with the frequent snow and frigid temperatures.

The main streets along with the hills, curves, bridges and school zones are the crew’s first priority. The secondary roads, followed by side streets are then cleared. Please remember not to park cars in the street when 2 or more inches of new snow has fallen until the street has been plowed. Keeping cars off the street will allow crews to clear the roads safely and completely. Cars parked on the street during a Parking Ban are subject to being ticketed.

There have been occasions when we feel that we must inform residents of current situations with our garbage and recycling collection. We also like to update residents on certain issues that may be occurring in their specific neighborhood, such as a water main break, hydrant flushing, power outages, etc. During these times we use our Euclid Connect System. This system is a reverse 911 system where we place calls to you to inform you of these situations. If you DO NOT already receive calls from City Hall, please go to the City website at www.cityofeuclid.com and click on the "Register to Euclid Connect box" in the left-hand corner to register. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact my office at 216-289-2751 and we can get you registered.

Winters such as this year can be very hard on the elderly and disabled. Please be certain to check in on your family members, neighbors and friends, especially during harsh weather conditions. Taking their trash and recycling containers to and from the curb is a great help. When you go out to the grocery store, ask if you can pick up a few items for them or perhaps offer to take them with you so they are not out in the elements alone. 

Please remember that Euclid is one of only a few communities with indoor ice skating. The C.E. Orr Ice Arena has public skating session and hosts numerous hockey tournaments and other activities. Go to www.cityofeuclid.com or call 216-289-8649 for more information.

I am hopeful that spring will come early and before we know it, you will be experiencing the exciting new programs and outdoor events we have planned for the warmer weather months. But for now, wishing you warmth and good health.

Your Mayor,

Bill Cervenik