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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 1d

The Lakewood Animal Shelter on Valley Parkway will be closed for a few days beginning Tuesday, October 28 while the Animal Control team moves into the new building on Berea Rd.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 2d

Breath, Body, and Mind Restoration is back! Join instructor Paul Francis Zegarac Mondays at Cove Community Center from 6 to 7 PM for a gentle, guided hour of stillness and movement designed to reconnect you with your breath, body, and mind. No experience needed.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 3d

Our latest issue of Lakewood Life was published and mailed last week! This issue offers a glimpse into the numerous developments that are planned, underway, and recently completed. We also feature the most recent upgrades made to Lakewood's parks. Check it out here!

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 4d

🚗 Wear glasses or contacts when driving
🚗 Use extra caution when driving at night
🚗 Always turn on your vehicle headlights

🚴 Lights and reflectors are required for night riding
🚴 Travel in well-lit areas and using bicycle facilities whenever possible
🚴 Follow all rules of the road

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 4d

Nearly 77% pedestrian fatalities occur in the dark. When out at night, take measures to prevent pedestrian crashes:

🚶‍♀️ Cross at designated crossing areas
🚶‍♀️ Wear light-colored or high-vis clothing
🚶‍♀️ Travel in well-lit areas

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 4d

For the safety of all residents, workers, and pedestrians, travelers are advised to follow the modified lanes, heed directional signage/detours, and pedestrians should only cross the street at signaled crosswalks.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 4d

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crews are performing emergency water/sewer repairs on Madison Ave. near Atkins Ave. Work is expected to last several weeks. Lane shifts are in place and may change over the course of the work.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 5d

The Northeast Ohio Advanced Energy District will host a webinar Thurs., Nov. 6 at noon for small business owners seeking financial assistance for energy-efficiency improvements to their properties.

Visit bit.ly/4gp5oIP to register for the webinar.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 6d

The meeting will take place Tuesday, October 21 from 4:30 PM to 6 PM on the futsal courts.

If you cannot attend in-person, you may email your comments to [email protected].

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 6d

Lakewood's Planning and Development Department will host a public meeting to discuss the City's application for Cuyahoga County Community Development Supplemental Grant (CDSG) funds for improvements to the Madison Park futsal courts.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 7d

Meeting schedule for Monday, Oct. 20 in the City Hall Auditorium:

6:30 PM - Public Safety Committee
7:30 PM - City Council

Meetings are open to the public and committee/Council meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 9d

The City of Lakewood and the Division of Animal Control will host an open house and ribbon cutting at the new Animal Shelter (12910 Berea Rd.) on Thursday, October 23 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. Come celebrate the grand opening and take a tour of the new facility! No animals will be on-site/permitted.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 10d

TRAFFIC ALERT: Beginning Friday, Oct. 17 at 7:00 PM, I-90 Eastbound will be reduced to two lanes at W. 117th St. for emergency repairs on the W. 117th bridge. The eastbound ramp off of W. 117th St southbound will be also closed.

Visit www.transportation.ohio.gov/about-us/tra... for full details.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 11d

Nearly half of all fatal pedestrian crashes involve alcohol use either by the driver and/or the pedestrian.

www.transportation.gov/safe-system-...

#NationalPedestrianSafetyMonth

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 11d

Another successful tree giveaway is in the books! Thank you to the Tree Advisory and Education Board for your work hosting this event and providing the planting demonstrations.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 12d

The Lakewood Police are in need of crossing guards to help guide kids to and from school each morning and afternoon.

If you are looking for a fun, fulfilling job that has a positive impact on your community, apply to join our team today!

tinyurl.com/lakewoodCG

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 12d

Tomorrow (10/15) at 10 AM, come check out a new program in the Lakewood Family Room: Side By Side Studio, where parents and young children can create art together. This month's project is an Autumn Leaf Jack-O-Lantern Sun Catcher. Materials are provided.

www.lakewoodoh.gov/early-childh...

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 12d

The meeting will take place Tuesday, October 21 from 4:30 PM to 6 PM on the futsal courts.

If you cannot attend in-person, you may email your comments to [email protected].

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 12d

Lakewood's Planning and Development Department will host a public meeting to discuss the City's application for Cuyahoga County Community Development Supplemental Grant (CDSG) funds for improvements to the Madison Park futsal courts.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 13d

TRAFFIC ALERT: Beginning Friday, Oct. 17 at 7:00 PM, I-90 Eastbound will be reduced to two lanes at W. 117th St. for emergency repairs on the W. 117th bridge. The eastbound ramp off of W. 117th St southbound will be also closed.

Visit www.transportation.ohio.gov/about-us/tra... for full details.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 14d

Meeting schedule for Mon., Oct. 13 in the City Hall Auditorium:

5:45 PM - Public Works and Sustainability Committee
6:45 PM - Committee of the Whole

Meetings are open to the public and committee/Council meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.

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City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 15d

Reminder: the fall tree pickup event is tomorrow, Oct. 11, 10 AM–12 PM at Bernice Pyke Park. Residents who reserved a tree can pick up their tree and see planting demonstrations from the Tree Advisory and Education Board.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 15d

TRAFFIC ALERT: Athens, Clarence, Madison, and Halstead Ave. will be temporarily closed on Sat., October 11 at 2:00 PM for the Spooky Pooch Parade.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 18d

The Spooky Pooch Parade is just days away! Join LakewoodAlive at Madison Park for the best (and furriest) Halloween event in town. The event is free to attend; pre-registration to participate in the parade is still available. Visit lakewoodalive.org/r/spooky-poo... for more info.

Costumed people and their dogs walk in the Spooky Pooch Parade.

City of Lakewood, Ohio @lakewoodoh.gov · 18d

The Skatepark Ribbon Cutting and 20th Anniversary ceremony was a huge hit for skaters of all ages! Big thanks to Vince Frantz, the event sponsors, design and build partners, and City of Lakewood Public Works, Planning, and City Council for your work and support of the park over the years.

City Council, Mayor George, and community members cut the ribbon at the Lakewood Skate Park.

Tables of refreshments, skate gear, and event-goers at the Skatepark Ribbon Cutting and 20th Anniversary celebration.

Vince Frantz speaks at the Skatepark Ribbon Cutting and 20th Anniversary celebration.

A skateboarder in the new skate bowl in front of a live band at the Lakewood Skatepark Ribbon Cutting and 20th Anniversary celebration.

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