Thanksgiving is an excellent time to reflect on life's blessings and thank those who have a positive impact on your life. It is also an ideal time to help those in need. One way to do that is by donating to the local food pantry at Our Savior Lutheran Church. The food pantry will be grateful for your time, talent, or treasure.

Below you will find the conceptual design for the new Aquatic and Community Center presented to the public on October 19, 2021. If you missed the presentation, you can view it on the City's YouTube channel here. An updated building structural design was presented to City Council at the November 8th meeting. You can see the updated plan here. Please note, the plans are subject to change. To keep informed of updates on this project and the park and trails, visit the city website's Promises page on the city's website.

Hear what our neighboring cities are saying about their trails. View videos from Mayfield Village former Mayor Bruce Rinker, Orange Village Mayor Katy Mulcahy and residents of Orange Village, Beachwood Council Member Justin Berns, and residents of Beachwood. Visit the Trails page for the links to watch the videos.

We want to hear from you! Please join us for a trails meeting on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at 7:00 PM at the DeJohn Community Center. This is a public meeting seeking resident feedback on the Gates Mills Blvd. trails and potential Phase II trails projects.

October was a busy month for programs and events. The First & Ten program concluded with a Saturday night under the lights at Wildcat Stadium on October 16th. It was a great night! On October 23rd, the annual Trunk-or-Treat event took place at City Park's south entrance with a hay maze, treats, and great costumes! See highlights from First & Ten and Trunk-or-Treat below. Keep up with programs and events on Mayfield Heights Parks & Recreation Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages.

Every Wednesday, beginning November 10^th, our victim's advocates will be at Starbucks at 1456 Som Center Road from 4 PM-7 PM. Did you know our advocates assist any resident who may have questions or seek resources regarding their health and safety? Even if you are only looking for someone to have a cup of coffee and conversation with, stop in. Allison and Janice would love to meet you!

Have you heard about the scam involving gift cards? The police department has taken several reports where individuals are contacted via email or phone and told that they have to pay for goods or services with a gift card. In some cases, they may claim to be the government or IRS. No legitimate business or agency takes gift cards as a form of payment. Do not hesitate to contact the police department at 440-442-2323 if you feel you may be a victim of a scam or if you have any questions regarding scams.

Before the snow falls, it is a good idea to inspect your vehicle to ensure that it is safe to operate on icy roadways. Make sure that the tread depth on your tires is sufficient. Ensure that all lights and turn signals are in working condition and check your windshield wiper blades. A car accident due to an unsafe vehicle will cost significantly more than maintenance costs. And remember, please do not leave your keys in your vehicle unattended to warm up your car!

Help the police and service departments keep the roads clear! When the snow begins to fall, try to avoid parking on city streets. Please note: there is no parking on city streets between 2 AM - 6 AM unless you have obtained permission through the police department. You can register for parking permission on the police department website or by calling the non-emergency number, 440-442-2323. Parking permission will not be granted during heavy snowfalls.

As you begin your holiday shopping, make safety a priority. Be aware of your surroundings, and do not leave purses unattended in shopping carts. Most criminals take advantage of crimes of opportunity or easy targets. The best way to stop crime is to prevent crime. Keep your valuables secured and out of sight while you shop!