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Response to Submitted Questions for Spectacular Vernacular RFP: Q: Are there allowed to be words included in the designs? And can it be illustrations, or should it be patterns specifically?  A: Words are allowed to be in the design, as long as they don’t directly advertise businesses in the area. It can be patterns, illustrations, […]

The City of Lakewood Division of Fire’s annual fire hydrant testing program begins on Monday, May 5, 2025. Testing will be done on weekdays through mid-June, weather permitting. Annual hydrant flushing is necessary to assure proper hydrant operations during fire emergencies. Signs will be posted in neighborhoods where hydrant testing is taking place. The testing […]

The Spring 2025 issue of Lakewood Life hit mailboxes in mid-April. This issue highlights active transportation topics, including: Lakewood’s Active Transportation Plan and Safety Action Plan From Canvas To Crosswalk: the use of urban artwork to increase pedestrian safety Refresher on Pedestrian Crossings: how to approach each type of crossing as a pedestrian and motorist […]

On Monday, April 28, the Division of Refuse and Recycling launched a lithium battery collection program in collaboration with the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District. Residents of Lakewood can now bring household lithium batteries (sizes AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, and watch-sized batteries) to the Refuse and Recycling Center to be recycled. Large rechargable lithium […]

The Lakewood Civil Service Commission will be conducting an examination for Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Lakewood High School cafeteria, 14100 Franklin Boulevard, Lakewood, Ohio. The first 100 properly completed and legible applications for examination along with a non-refundable fee of $30.00 (money order or cashier’s check […]

The Lakewood Police Department is launching a new program to help residents with special needs communicate with officers during motor vehicle operator interactions. The Blue Envelope Program helps individuals on the autism spectrum or with other disabilities provide documents to officers, along with details on any communication issues they may have, especially during stressful situations. […]

The Lakewood Civil Service Commission is conducting an examination for Entry-Level Patrol Officer through the National Testing Network. Go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, click on Law Enforcement > Ohio > City of Lakewood. What to expect at the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website: Completion of the application Review all information related to the City of Lakewood police officer position, including […]

Due to the Presidents’ Day holiday, there will be no refuse or recycling collected on Monday, February 17, 2025. Normal collection days may change for the week of February 19th. Please refer to the chart below: If Your Normal Collection Day Is: Have your Refuse and Recycling Ready By: Monday 6:00 AM on Tuesday, February 18 […]

The City of Lakewood’s public art program creates opportunities for collaboration between artists, and the City to create art designed for the public in our commercial corridors. Since 2016, the City has been investing in public-private art projects to increase its value as a place that attracts and retains residents, entrepreneurs, employees, and entertainment offerings. […]

City of Lakewood Police Department completes evidence gathering and evaluation of crash data that support felony charge in senseless death LAKEWOOD, OH – On Thursday January 16th, Zachary Saliba was charged in Lakewood Municipal Court with Aggravated Vehicular Homicide for causing the death of Bill Safos of Lakewood. Safos was walking at the intersection of […]