From My Desk to Your Inbox
After a long winter, spring is finally here! I trust you are excited to get back outside and enjoy the fresh air and warmer temperatures. We are pleased about all the upcoming programs and events throughout the spring season.
Summer Camp registration is underway and filling up quickly. Non-resident Summer Camp registration begins on April 17. Check the city's website or the Parks & Recreation Spring/Summer Activity Guide for additional sports, activities, and events registration deadlines.
Activities and bus trips are offered to individuals of all ages. Joining a new activity allows you not only to learn something new but it also is an opportunity to meet new people and stay active. We are a community with incredible opportunities!
This spring, we will continue building on planning efforts around the future growth and development of Mayfield Heights. The Aquatic and Community Center is changing the city's footprint right before our eyes.
The road and sidewalk program help maintain a continued strong infrastructure. We must ensure this growth is guided to promote the city's long-term well-being.
Shred/Recycle Day is a popular and well-attended event scheduled for May 13. Due to the new Aquatic and Community Center construction on Marsol Road, the event has been moved to City Park's north parking lot behind Nick Mayer Lincoln off of Chelmsford Road.
I am excited about all that 2023 has to offer the City of Mayfield Heights! We have so many remarkable things on the horizon as we continue to grow and flourish as a community.
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Anthony DiCicco, Mayor/Safety Director | |
Mayor's Office
Human Resources
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Farewell
Lorna Zeller, Economic Operation Director
Mayor’s Office
Director Lorna Zeller resigned from her position on March 31, 2023. Initially hired as Human Resources Director, she served the City in various capacities throughout her twelve years of employment. Her focus was on organizational compliance, operational strategies, labor negotiations, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. We extend to Lorna our best wishes for good health and happiness in her future endeavors.
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Welcome
Four new employees were welcomed to our team on April 10, 2023. Each brings a proven record of quality work and experience and is sure to be a strong asset to our community. Best wishes to each of them for a long, safe, and fulfilling career.
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Nancy Mercurio, Office Foreman
Service Department
Nancy brings to us years of office experience and several in an environment similar to that of our service department.
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Samuel Gephart, Firefighter/Paramedic
Fire Department
Sam came to us with previous part-time experience in a Northeast Ohio Fire Department.
Matthew Kohler, Firefighter/Paramedic
Fire Department
Matt came to us with previous part-time experience in a Northeast Ohio Fire Department.
Nicolas O’Brien, Firefighter/Paramedic
Fire Department
Nick came to us with previous part-time experience in two Northeast Ohio Fire Departments.
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From right to left: Chief Bruce Elliott, Samuel Gephart, Matthew Kohler, Nicholas O'Brien, and Mayor DiCicco at the April 6, 2023, Swearing in ceremony. | |
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Promotion
Chuck Brunello, Assistant Service Director
Service Department
Chuck was promoted to the position of Assistant Service Director on March 6, 2023. Chuck began his career with the city as a part-time employee in 1993 and hired as a full-time in 2000. He most recently served as Service Foreman. Chuck’s work ethic, knowledge, and years of experience have certainly prepared him for the position. We extend our congratulations to Chuck and best wishes for continued success.
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Have you seen the new spring and summer Activity Guide?
You can view it online and register for your favorite programs and events today. Please note:
Mayfield Heights resident registration for Day Camp is open. Register today for this one of our most popular programs this summer. Non-resident registration for Day Cam begins on April 17th. For more information, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 440-442.2627.
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CPR Classes Basic Life Support and Heartsaver AED
Join us for two life-saving classes taught by the Mayfield Heights Fire Department. Registration is a must. Contact the Parks & Recreation Department for registration and more information at 440.442.2627.
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Basic Life Support
This class is for doctors, nurses, nursing assistants, dispatchers, paramedics, EMTs, dental hygienists, and home care providers.
Class Dates: 4/12, 6/14, 8/9, 10/11, or 12/13
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$30
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Heartsaver AED
This class is for teachers, coaches, fitness professionals, lifeguards, security, babysitters, office workers, and Boy and Girls Scouts.
Class Dates: 5/10,7/12,9/13, or 11/8
6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
$20
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The Bunny Event was a Hoppin Good Time for All
The Bunny Event for children 3-9 yrs. was so much fun! Thank you to all who came out to enjoy donuts, pictures with the Bunny, and the egg hunt. Special thank you to our sponsors Nervous Dog Coffee Bar in Beachwood, Texas Roadhouse in Willoughby, and Dunkin’ Mayfield Heights. Watch the highlights of the event here.
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See the latest pictures of the construction on the Aquatic & Community Center by clicking the picture below. | |
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Gearing up for a Busy Season
Just like the spring season, the Service Department is seeing some changes. With the recent promotions of Nick Police to IT Manager, Chuck Brunello to Assistant Service Director, and with the departure of one of our service techs, we are happy to welcome Nancy Mercurio to our department. Nancy will be your first point of contact when you call the Service Department and will be responsible for ensuring that information is dispatched to the right source. Nancy will also serve as a liaison to both the Director and Assistant Service Directors and will handle all maintenance supply ordering and other daily miscellaneous tasks. With her extensive office management skills, Nancy will undoubtedly help us serve the community more efficiently.
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Beautification and Road Maintenance
The Service Department staff has been taking advantage of the beautiful weather and has begun spring cleaning on the multiple city-owned grounds throughout the community.
Additionally, the street sweeper will start its second round through the city within the next few weeks. Miscellaneous road repairs due to freezing and thawing are underway in preparation for a busy spring and summer.
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Things to Remember this Spring
Some things to remember this spring:
- There is no spring leaf collection. If you have leaves, please bag them, and set them out on your regular trash pick-up day.
- The chipper/brush collection program has begun. Please place any unwanted twigs/brush on your tree lawn for the crew to collect on your regular trash pick-up day.
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Police Department Communication Center
The new Police Communications Center is almost complete. We expect the finishing touches of furniture and monitors to be installed in the coming weeks. We expect to have the space ready, and communication officers moved back in by May.
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Tax Filing Day is Tuesday, April 18th
April means many different things to all of us. The month began with National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2nd (who even knew there was such a day?) and moves on to Earth Day on April 22nd, but the day that affects most of us is Tax Filing Day. Since April 15th falls on the weekend this year, and Emancipation Day, a Washington D. C. holiday, is Monday, April 17th, Tax Filing Day moves to Tuesday, April 18th.
The Regional Income Tax Agency administers all taxes for the City. They can be reached at www.ritaohio.org or 1-800-860-7482. Mayfield Height's tax rate of 1.5% is one of the lowest in our area. Income tax accounts for 65% of City revenues, the largest source of revenue for the City. It funds all City services, including Police, Fire, Service, Dispatch, Recreation, and all other departments. Additionally, the revenues generated from the 0.5% increase approved in 2020 are funding road repairs, the Sidewalk Replacement Program, and improvements to municipal facilities, most notably the new Aquatic and Community Center. Here's hoping that April showers bring flowers to your garden in May.
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Community Partnership on Aging
Please visit the CPA website for more information on programs and activities or call 216.291.3902.
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Lunch-N -Learn
Join us for a Lunch-n-Learn with Baron Law on April 18th at 1:00 PM at the Lyndhurst Community Center. The topic of discussion will be Advanced Directives. Preregistration is a must. Call Zakiya to register at 216-848-0595
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Do you have questions about Alzheimer's and dementia? Join us for a discussion on April 26th at 1:00 PM at the Highland Heights Community Center. Call Zakiya to register for this program or any questions at 216-848-0595.
School of Tech
Learn how to use your Android Phones at the School of Tech class on May 1st at 1 PM at the South Euclid Lyndhurst Library. Register for this class by calling Zakiya at 216-848-0595.
AARP Safe Driving Class
AARP Safe Driving Class will take place on May 8th from 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM at the Lyndhurst Community Center. This is an excellent class for refreshing your driving skills. There is a fee for this class. Please contact Zakiya at 216-848-0595 for questions and to register.
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Annual Shred & Recycle Day
Saturday, May 13th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at a new location- City Park Parking Lot off of Chelmsford (behind Nick Mayer Lincoln). Mayfield Heights residents only. No hazardous waste will be accepted.
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NOPEC Public Meeting Notice
NOPEC will host a public meeting on Wednesday, April 26th, at the Lyndhurst Community Center, 1341 Parkview Drive, at 7:00 PM. You can learn about the upcoming NOPEC electric and natural gas re-enrollment process, programs, and other utility affordability resources.
Please note: Eligible residents and small businesses will begin receiving electric and/or natural gas enrollment letters in early to mid-April for the period beginning with customers' June 2023 meter read dates.
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Join the CERT Team
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) for Mayfield Heights, Mayfield Village, Highland Heights, and Richmond Heights is recruiting new members to join the team. Click on the flyer below for more information.
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New Voting Laws
Cuyahoga County Board of Elections has made it easy to learn about the new voting laws taking effect this year. Click the link below to watch the video.
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