Today we’re announcing the expansion of our Mental Health Response Program to four neighboring communities in collaboration with Cuyahoga County. The new program will be called FirstCALL and provide licensed mental health providers to co-respond with police and fire. Tune in!
It was a thrill to be part of today's event announcing $130 million in new federal funding for
@GCRTA
. Great news for the region and
@ShakerOnline
!
#ShakerHeights
Cleveland is getting back on track with a major funding boost announced today awarding
@GCRTA
$130 million for 60 new rail cars. This is a big deal for our public transit network. Thank you
@FTA_DOT
!
It is pleasure to proclaim October as Hindu Heritage Awareness & Appreciation Month in
#ShakerHeights
. I am joined here by members of our local Hindu community. Sudesh Agrawal, Anand Tiwari and Piya Roy, who presented me with “Darshana: A Glimpse into the Hindu Civilization.” TY!
Honored to talk about climate action in the Heights with
@Brennan4UH
and representatives from
@PoweraCleanOH
and
@OhioEnviro
. Please join us! 8/17, 7 pm @ CH-UH High School Auditorium.
Sworn in this week for another term on the
@GCRTA
Board of Trustees. Proud to serve an organization that provides some 45 million rides annually.
#ShakerHeights
Police Chief Wayne Hudson, Fire Inspector Louis Bottone and I enjoyed talking with Onaway first graders today after they walked to City Hall to learn a little about city government.
#ShakerHeights
@shakerschools
I had a great time learning to drive the pavement roller while helping our terrific road crew make asphalt repairs in
#ShakerHeights
today. Thanks for showing me the ropes!
What's better than planting one tree in honor of Arbor Day? Planting two trees of course! Thank you Mayor
@kahlilseren
for your generous invitation to help celebrate Arbor Day in
@ClvHtsGov
and plant another tree in our beautiful urban forest in the Heights.
Please join us tomorrow (8/27), 10:30 am-1 pm for a family-friendly, interactive open house at Horseshoe Lake Park. Hosted by
@neorsd
, it's an opportunity to learn more about stream restoration and share your ideas for the future of this public parkland.
A big perk of serving as Mayor is the opportunity to speak with
#ShakerHeights
students, like
@shakerschools
Deanna Bowles, who stopped by my office today to chat about her government service learning project. Thanks Deanna!
I am extremely humbled and grateful to have been elected to a second full term as Mayor of
#ShakerHeights
. It is truly an honor of a lifetime to serve this extraordinary community.
Join us TOMORROW (2/24) @ 6:30 PM on ZOOM to help
#ReimagineLee
in
#ShakerHeights
. The goal: transform Lee Rd. south of Van Aken Blvd. into a thriving commercial district that is attractive, walkable, bikeable, and transit-friendly.
🖥️ Details at
It's Public Service Recognition Week and so I hope you'll join me in thanking our City staff, members of City Council, & our many resident volunteers serving on City committees and boards for their dedication to our community. You make
#ShakerHeights
a great place to live & work.
Thank you to the
@lwvshaker
for hosting the annual State of the City Forum last night. I appreciate the opportunity to talk about the work of the City and for the conversation afterwards. Special thanks to LWV’s Annette Tucker Sutherland and Marcia Goldberg (pictured here).
It was an honor to celebrate the 92-year legacy of The Village Garden Club at the dedication of a new Ohio Historical Marker recognizing the Club's many contributions to the Heights. You can find the marker in the Club's beautiful cherry tree grove on S. Park in
#ShakerHeights
.
Watch the August 2022 edition of the Mayor’s Report, where he discusses upcoming public engagement events regarding the restoration of Doan Brook at Horseshoe Lake Park on August 25 and August 27. There’s also news about Phase 2 of the Van Aken District.
I look forward to chatting with residents Saturday, November 19, 11am-12pm at the
@vanakendistrict
Market Hall in
#ShakerHeights
. There's no set agenda, so let's talk about what matters to you. I'll be joined by Patti Speese, the City's director of public works. All are welcome!
A big shout out to our dedicated crews who have been cleaning up from last night's storm in
#ShakerHeights
since the early hours of this morning. The City closed 18 streets overnight due to downed trees, power lines and other debris. Work will continue through the weekend.
Looking forward to chatting with residents THIS Saturday (9/24), 11 am-12 pm @
#ShakerHeights
Main Library. I'll be joined by Laura Englehart, the City's director of economic development. Stop by to talk about economic development or anything else.
A great morning talking with Lomond Elementary School 3rd graders, who were escorted to City Hall by
@ShakerHtsPolice
. I was joined by Fire Chief Patrick Sweeney and Police Commander Timothy Kohanski to talk with students about City government. Thanks for visiting!
#ShakerHeights
this weekend we invited residents from cities around Doan Brook to envision a future community space near Horseshoe Lake Park.
more than 120 residents participated.
the result: 47 different park concepts. each a unique approach to a better brook.
quality customer engagement.
Beautiful day for our annual commemoration of Memorial Day. Our ceremony begins at 9 am on the front lawn of City Hall in
#ShakerHeights
and the parade immediately follows. All are welcome!
It was an honor to join fellow mayors and members of Cleveland's religious community, including Rev. Jeremy Wanton, at yesterday's March in Memory of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., commemorating the 55th anniversary of Dr. King's assassination.
This marks the 38th consecutive year
#ShakerHeights
has been named a Tree City. Kudos to our City forester and crew and members of the Tree Advisory Board for their ongoing efforts to keep our urban forest healthy!
Tree-mendous news! 🌳
#ShakerHeights
was named a 2022 Tree City USA by
@arborday
to honor its commitment to effective urban forest management. The City also received a Tree City USA Growth Award for demonstrating environmental improvement and an outstanding level of tree care.
A BIG thank you to the 65+ volunteers who planted 90+ native trees/shrubs on
#ShakerHeights
Grow Not Mow site on Saturday. Kudos to Councilmember Nancy Moore, Sustainability Coordinator Michael Peters, the Tree Advisory Board & Doan Brook Watershed Partnership on a great event!
Congratulations to Brandon Chrostowski and the entire
@EdwinsCLE
team on the opening of the EDWINS Family Center in
#ShakerHeights
. I am delighted to welcome the Family Center — and EDWINS' students and their families — to our community.
What a treat talking to Onaway first graders about citizenship. They toured an ambulance, and were inquisitive inside Council Chambers. Thank you SHFD,
@ShakerHtsPolice
, Police Chief Wayne Hudson and Asst. Director of Infrastructure Christian Maier for joining me.
#ShakerHeights
It's a pleasure to welcome 1899 Golf to our business community. Thanks to Brian Lindenbaum and John-Michael Speelman (pictured here with me at the ribbon cutting) for bringing this exciting new dining and entertainment option to
#ShakerHeights
.
What a privilege to be at yesterday's unveiling of the historic marker honoring the Ludlow Community Association, which is now an official stop on the Cleveland Civil Rights Trail. Congratulations, Ludlow, on this well-deserved recognition! Learn more:
Have your say about preliminary concepts for the future of
#ShakerHeights
facilities, including school buildings, the community building, Bertram Woods library & recreation facilities. Take the online survey available through Sunday, March 6.
🖥️ Survey:
Friday, April 28, at 9:30 am, please join
@MayorDavidWeiss
, City Council, the Tree Advisory Board, and members of the Shaker Schools community at the corner of Aldersyde Drive and Laurel Road for the City’s annual tree planting event in honor of Arbor Day. 🌳
It was a perfect weekend for
@shakerlakes
annual Hike & Run. I had a great run through the beautiful
#ShakerHeights
parklands and I also got a chance to catch up with Peter Bode, the Nature Center's new president and CEO, at the finish line!
TOMORROW! Join the City's DEI Committee on 9/29 at 6:30 pm
@Dealership_SH
(3558 Lee) for a Community Conversation about what matters most to you when it comes to DEI in
#ShakerHeights
. This will help inform our City's DEI priorities for 2023.
Register:
Help create a vibrant, walkable, bikable and pedestrian friendly Lee Rd. in
#ShakerHeights
during our next round of public engagement. Attend a community meeting (6/15 or 6/22) OR take the online survey. Let's
#ReimagineLee
together!
Details ⤵️
TODAY! Free COVID vaccine clinic @ 4-6 pm at the
#ShakerHeights
Fire Station (17000 Chagrin Blvd.). Ages 5 and up. Moderna, Pfizer/Pfizer Pediatric, J&J. Walk-ins welcome.
A bivalent booster is available; this provides added protections for Omicron.
Drop by the
@vanakendistrict
6/18, 10:30-11:30 am for a cup of
@RisingStarCLE
☕️ and to chat about City projects, neighborhood issues or whatever else is on your mind.
#ShakerHeights
Chief DEI Officer Colleen Jackson will also available to talk. Join us!
My sincere thanks to everyone who participated in the City of
#ShakerHeights
' Harvest for Hunger drive, including staff from across our City departments, the Shaker Municipal Court, and City Council. Your generosity will make a difference for those in need in our community.
Thanks to State Rep.
@Juanita_Brent
, who recently visited Shaker Heights to meet with me and Police Chief Wayne Hudson. We appreciated your time and the great conversation!
Enjoyed my ride along with Dan Davis of the
@shakeronline
Public Works Dept. during last week's storm. Big shout out to
#ShakerHeights
snow crews, who worked round-the-clock to clear our 200+ miles of roadway.
#yourcityatwork
Congrats to
@ShakerHtsPolice
Detective Brian Walsh and Firefighter Joseph Leibin, recipients of the 2021 Police Officer & Firefighter of the Year awards presented by
@HeightsofCLE
this morning. From left: Police Chief Jeffrey DeMuth, Walsh, Leibin, and Fire Chief Patrick Sweeney.
I was honored to take part in the ribbon cutting at the new home of the Church of God & Saints of Christ on August 4. With me are Bishop Frank G. Henson, Chancellor; Bishop C.L. Hendricks, CEO; Mother Myrtle Stallings and, obstructed from view, Chief Evangelist Jehu S. Wade, Sr.
Reminder that I'll be at the
@vanakendistrict
6/18, 10:30-11:30 am. Enjoy
@RisingStarCLE
☕️ and conversation about City projects, neighborhood issues or anything else.
#ShakerHeights
Chief DEI Officer Colleen Jackson will also be there to chat. Join us!
Great ribbon-cutting for the reopening of the lounge at Gentlemen's Cave Luxury Barber Lounge. This once members-only space is now open to the public at 20306 Chagrin Blvd. Come enjoy or consider if for your next party!
#ShakerHeights
Join another round of community engagement for the Van Aken Bikeway Plan. View concepts and share your feedback. Details:
➡️ Open House: 4/13, Drop in anytime 5-7pm
➡️ Walk/Bike: 4/18, 6-7:30pm
Location: St. Dominic (19000 Van Aken Blvd.)
#ShakerHeights
Saturday, August 20 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm, residents are invited to drop by Chelton Park in the Moreland neighborhood to chat with
@MayorDavidWeiss
and enjoy a refreshing beverage. City Councilmember Carmella Williams will attend. In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled.
Reminder: Drop by and meet your state representative, Juanita Brent, tomorrow! 6-8 pm @ the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building (3450 Lee Rd.).
#ShakerHeights
Congratulations to Chief Sweeney for this well-earned recognition. Thank you, Chief, for your outstanding leadership and service our community. We are grateful.
#ShakerHeights
Fire Chief Patrick Sweeney has been awarded the Ohio Fire Service Hall of Fame 2022 Distinguished Service Award for outstanding contributions and exemplary leadership. Congratulations Chief on this well-deserved honor!
The City's 2023 budget process is underway and the public is invited to attend, starting with Monday's City Council meeting (10/24, 7 pm).
▶️ View the agenda at
▶️ Attend in person at City Hall (3400 Lee Rd.) or watch at .
We had a great time planting a White Oak on the
@shakerschools
oval today to honor Arbor Day in
#ShakerHeights
. Our Onaway School students did an exceptional job! Thanks to everyone who participated.
Happy Arbor Day! 🌳 A tree planting ceremony was held earlier today, just outside of
@ShakerHeightsHS
.
@MayorDavidWeiss
was on hand to toss the first shovel of dirt on the White Oak sapling before turning the job over to a group of 3rd graders from Onaway Elementary School.
Delighted to announce that the City has received $2 million in new grants, including $1.8 million from
@ODOT_Statewide
for improvements on Lee Road. Thank you to our dedicated City planners for their hard work!
#YourCityAtWork
#ShakerHeights
The Ludlow Community Association is being honored with an historic marker on the Cleveland Restoration Society's Cleveland Civil Rights Trail. Please join us at the unveiling ceremony:10/20 @ 4 pm at the corner of Corby and Hampton roads. All are welcome!
Thank you to our planning and economic development teams for their tremendous work on the Lee Road Action Plan — and to the many residents, business owners and other stakeholders who shared their vision for this vital commercial corridor in
#ShakerHeights
.
A big thank you to the many community members who came out to see our proposed Lee Road Action plan at last week's open house. Thank you also to the many residents who shared ideas and feedback to help us
#ReimagineLee
in
#ShakerHeights
. Learn more at
Congratulations to Tim Grafton and Troy Allison on their promotion to the rank of Lieutenant today! Both of these men are experienced leaders, and we wish them all the best in their new role within SHPD.
Help us
#ReimagineLee
in
#ShakerHeights
. Join one of our round two engagement opportunities to provide YOUR input on preliminary ideas for revitalizing Lee Road.
▶️ June 22, 6:30-8 PM—Virtual community meeting
▶️ June 16-July 24—Online survey
Details at
It was an honor and a pleasure to participate in the swearing in of four new members of the
@ShakerHtsPolice
. Please join me in welcoming (from left) Madison Hooper, Davonne Singleton, Tat-Hau Tse, and Victoria Shucofsky to
#ShakerHeights
.
The City of
#ShakerHeights
budget process continues 11/14 @ 7 pm with a discussion of the 2023 operating budget at City Council's work session. Join us.
➡️ Agenda:
➡️ Attend: In person at City Hall (3400 Lee) or via livestream at
Join us! Drop off donations for our
#ShakerHeights
#HarvestForHunger
food drive, which was organized by City staff. Boxes at City Hall (3400 Lee), the Police Station (3355 Lee), Fire Station (17000 Chagrin) & Thornton Park (3301 Warrensville Center) until May 31. Thank you!
I invite residents to learn more about the agreement the City has reached with the Shaker Citizens for Fair Ticketing PAC and look forward to continuing our work to create a safe, just and equitable city for all those who live, work and visit
#ShakerHeights
.
This month
@MayorDavidWeiss
is joined by
@ShakerHtsPolice
Chief Wayne Hudson with an overview of the agreement reached by the City of
#ShakerHeights
and the Shaker Citizens for Fair Ticketing PAC on a “Framework for Maintaining a Safe and Just Shaker.”
We’re delighted that our pilot Mental Health Response Program is already having a big impact in
#ShakerHeights
. Thank you to
@metrohealthCLE
for this tremendous partnership!
The Mental Health Response Team, a pilot program that embeds a social worker with
#ShakerHeights
police and fire departments, is showing the way to better address the hundreds of mental health-related calls the City receives.
➡️ Read it at
Thanks to a diverse group of engaged residents,
#ShakerHeights
is one step closer to hiring a new police chief to replace retiring
@ShakerHtsPolice
Chief Jeffrey DeMuth. READ MORE. ⬇️
The next Chat With
@MayorDavidWeiss
event is Saturday, August 20 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm, at Chelton Park in the Moreland neighborhood. While there, enjoy a refreshing beverage. City Councilmember Carmella Williams will also attend. In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled.
FREE COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the
#ShakerHeights
Fire Station (17000 Chagrin Blvd.) Wednesday, August 17, 4-6 pm. Moderna, Pfizer/Pfizer Pediatric and J&J; get a first or second dose or booster. Ages 5 and up. Registration requested. Walk ins welcome.
TONIGHT'S LEE RD. TOUR RESCHEDULED. Severe thunderstorms are in the forecast, so tonight's walking/biking tour of Lee Road in
#ShakerHeights
has been rescheduled for Tuesday, July 26 @ 7 pm.
@Bike_CLE
Why did you move to
#ShakerHeights
? What keeps you here? Our Community Attitude Survey is in the mail. If your household is chosen by random sampling to receive the survey, please fill it out. It takes only a few minutes and will provide valuable insights.
Thank you
@ShakerHtsPolice
for the opportunity to talk with members of the inaugural
#ShakerHeights
Police Youth Academy. What an exciting new program for the community!
If you missed this week's community engagement events for
@neorsd
's restoration of the Doan Brook near Horseshoe Lake, not to worry! There is a survey. Please take a few minutes to share your input with the design team.
#ShakerHeights
Happy International Women's Day! We're giving a shout out to the women who lead at the City of
#ShakerHeights
. Did you know that women make up the majority of our City's leadership team (they're pictured here)? Today and every day, we're proud to support
#WomenInLeadership
.
Please join me TONIGHT (1/26), 7-8:30pm, for the State of the City address, sponsored by
@lwvshaker
. Attend in person at STJ Community Building (3450 Lee) or via livestream at . Bring your questions! I look forward to the conversation,
#ShakerHeights
.
On Thursday, December 14 from 5:30-6:30 pm,
#ShakerHeights
residents can stop by
@vanakendistrict
Market Hall for an informal chat with
@MayorDavidWeiss
. There's no set agenda; just stop by to talk about a City project, a neighborhood issue or anything else you’d like to discuss.
Learn more about climate action in the Heights TONIGHT in this discussion with
@MayorDavidWeiss
and other area leaders.. 7 pm.
▶️ Attend in person @ Cleveland Heights-University Heights High School (13263 Cedar Rd.)
▶️ Stream @
A shout out to the many City staffers who participated in our traditional Memorial Day ceremony and parade. TY for showing up for
#ShakerHeights
! A special thanks also to
@shakerrec
for its work planning this annual beloved community event.
Great article about this week's community engagement for the Doan Brook restoration. I'd like to encourage
#ShakerHeights
residents to drop by one of this weekend's workshops to be part of shaping the future of this community greenspace.
📅 TONIGHT!
@neorsd
will host a virtual public meeting to provide an update on the Doan Brook Restoration in
#ShakerHeights
. 6-7:30pm @ ZOOM Register at
➡️ Drop by an OPEN HOUSE this weekend: 12/3, 10:30am-1pm OR 12/4, 1-3pm
@ShakerLibrary
Main Branch.
I recently toured Waste Management's new state-of-the-art recycling facility in Oakwood Village, where we send
#ShakerHeights
recyclables. Amazing to see this plant in action! You can learn more here about WM's investment in NEO recycling infrastructure:
The Van Aken Public Realm Improvement Project will create a new transit-oriented plaza and connection hub at the terminus of the RTA Blueline and bus station in the
@vanakendistrict
. Come learn more and provide your feedback. 10/25, 6:30pm @ Ao in the District (20046 Walker Rd.).
Watch the March Mayor’s Report, where he discusses the City’s successful Mental Health Response Program, established last year to support our first responders and to improve outcomes for individuals needing mental health services. And more...
A great opportunity to experience Lee Road and learn more about the City's Lee Road Action Plan. Plus, we want to hear your ideas too!
#ShakerHeights
#ReimagineLee
Reminder: Our biking & walking tour of Lee Road is TOMORROW at 7 pm. Join us to learn more about our ideas for revitalizing Lee Road and to provide your feedback Meet at The Dealership (3558 Lee Road). All are welcome!
#ShakerHeights
Details ⬇️
Please be cautious today in
#ShakerHeights
. Experts recommend that people with heart/lung disease, older adults, children & teens avoid physical activities outdoors. For everyone else, keep outdoor activity short or, better yet, stay inside.
The Cleveland Department of Public Health (CDPH) Division of Air Quality (DAQ) has issued a health alert due to elevated levels of fine particulate matter caused in major part by wildfires in Canada.
I am so grateful for Chief DeMuth’s many years of service to
#ShakerHeights
and his outstanding leadership at the
@ShakerHtsPolice
and as a member of the City’s management team. Thank you, Chief. I wish you all the best in your retirement.
Chief Jeffrey N. DeMuth retired today after 30+ years of service to
#ShakerHeights
. His buddy, K9 Alan, made a surprise appearance at his retirement party this afternoon so Jeff could get in one last "therapy session!" Happy retirement, Chief!! It is well deserved!
There's still time to provide some preliminary feedback for
@neorsd
's restoration of the Doan Brook near Horseshoe Lake. Please take a few minutes to share your input with the design team at
Tuesday, May 23 from 6-8 pm, riders of all ages and abilities are invited to join
#ShakerHeights
@MayorDavidWeiss
on a guided bike ride as part of the County’s “Bike with a Mayor” series, beginning and ending at Baskin-Robbins in the Shaker Towne Centre.
Hope you can join us for
@ShakerHtsPolice
first National Night Out event. Get to know your neighbors, get to know our officers, including our K9s. Enjoy hot dogs and ice cream, games, music and more. Let's build community together in
#ShakerHeights
!
Save the date! 8/1 @ 6 pm. It's
#ShakerHeights
National Night Out. This event is celebrated annually across the U.S. and brings neighbors together to build community with each other and with local law enforcement. Fun for all ages. Free food & ice cream!
The next round of public engagement for Forward Together starts later this month. Join us to share YOUR ideas on preliminary concepts for
#ShakerHeights
facilities. Drop in events on 2/22 & 2/23; a Zoom event on 2/25; and an online survey.
Details at
A warm welcome to the newest members of the
#ShakerHeights
Fire Dept. The City is increasing staffing in the Dept. in direct response to our community's needs.
#yourcityatwork
Please join
@neorsd
this week to kick off the engagement process for the Doan Brook Restoration. Your participation will help shape the future of this
cherished parkland for decades to come.
#ShakerHeights
Community engagement for the Doan Brook Restoration in
#ShakerHeights
kicks off with two events THIS WEEK:
▶️ 8/25 @ 6-7:30 pm—ZOOM refresher about the project
▶️ 8/27 @ 10:30 am-1 pm—Open house at Horseshoe Lake Park
Events hosted by
@neorsd
. Details: