November 2022 | Issue 23

From My Desk to Your Inbox

This year is quickly coming to an end, and November is going to be a busy month in the city. We start the month with the end of Daylight Savings and turning back the clocks one hour at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 6, 2022. Remember to change the batteries in the smoke detectors too.

The General Election is Tuesday, November 8^th. Exercise your right to vote and head to the polls. Three polling sites in Mayfield Heights will be open between 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. You can check your polling location here.

Veteran’s Day is Thursday, November 11^th. We honor all those who have served in the military. As you drive down Mayfield Road, take a last look at all the Hometown Hero banners of those who have served as the banners will be taken down after Veteran's Day for storage till the spring.

November is also a time to be thankful for the many positive aspects of our lives.

Traditionally it is a time to give thanks for the hard work and harvest. Today, Thanksgiving is a time when families gather over a huge meal and football. Either way, it is a special time to gather with our family and friends.

Enjoy the fall season, and have a Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful and appreciative of the opportunity to serve as your mayor.

Anthony DiCicco, Mayor/Safety Director

Here's What's Happening at City Hall

From The Mayor's Office

Economic Development

Economic Development Success is dependent upon a collaborative effort driven by quality public and private leadership.

Don't forget that Small Business Saturday is November 26th!

Shopping in Mayfield Heights!

The holiday season is approaching, and shopping in Mayfield Heights is easy and convenient.

Please stop at the many retail businesses along Mayfield Road and SOM Center Road.

Head to our shopping centers for one-stop shopping and eateries:

Eastgate – Corner of SOM Center Road and Mayfield Road
Golden Gate – I-271 & Mayfield Road
Mayfield Towne Center – SOM Center Road

Diversity & Inclusion

Building collaborative intersections with academic resources, city operations, city businesses, and surrounding communities in recognizing, respecting, and valuing all shared contributions and experiences toward cultivating a cohesive and vibrant community.

Gratitude & Thanksgiving

Thank You to ALL businesses within the Mayfield Heights community!

We appreciate your economic contribution to our city by providing employment opportunities to many and offering products and services to meet the community’s and visitors’ personal and professional needs. The City of Mayfield Heights staff wishes you

continued success and a wonderful holiday season!

From the Building Department

Heritage Home Program

For Homes 50+ years old

The Heritage Home Program offers homeowners resources, advice, and low-interest loans for their home renovation projects. If your home is 50 years or older, you can qualify. The Heritage Home Program helps homeowners improve their homes and neighborhoods. Call 216-426-3116 for further information or visit their website here.

The Heritage Home Program has seen a wide range of projects in progress or completed this past year. Homeowners have been able to utilize their expertise and advice on necessary home renovations such as furnace or roof replacements. They have also helped homeowners with their dream renovations, including ensuites, sewer line replacement, additions, new kitchens and bathrooms, or installing central A/C. Homeowners reach out to Heritage Home Program at various points in their projects, and many people look to the Heritage Home Program for advice for future planning and confidence in home projects. Resources from Heritage Home Program include free site visits, names of qualified contractors, contractor estimate reviews, and fixed-rate financing as low as 2%. The Heritage Home Program's flexibility allows them to help the owner and non-owner-occupied homes, helping homeowners improve their homes and neighborhoods.

See Heritage Home Stats in our area here.

From the Service Department

The Service Department is in the process of preparing for the winter months

as well as starting to hang all the holiday lights around the City Hall complex.

Fall Tree Planting

The Service Department recently completed its fall tree planting program. 56 new trees were planted on residential tree lawns and city-owned property.

Fall Leaf Collection

Annual leaf collection program has begun. This program will run until December 16th. Please try your best to keep the leaves out of the roadway.

Bush Collection

The brush collection program will run until November 18th and will start back up in the early spring (weather permitting).

From the Parks & Recreation Department

December 13, 2022, Drive-Up Dinner

Cl ick here for details.

Holiday Lighting

Ceremony

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An Evening with

Santa & His Elves

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Have you read the new blog post from Parks & Recreation Director Sean Ward?

Find out all about the new ADA-approved playground coming to the aquatic & community center!

Click here to read the blog and see all the pictures of the playground.

From the Police Department

Winter Driving

Unfortunately, it is that time of year again! It is important to start preparing now to ensure your vehicle is safe for the winter weather. The cost of an accident far outweighs the cost of preventative maintenance. Don’t wait until it is too late! Please consider the following:

Check your tires. Look for tread wear and replace it if needed
Replace your windshield wipers
Make sure you have a good snow brush in your car
Clear snow from windows and lights before driving
When road conditions are hazardous, stay home unless traveling is absolutely necessary
Do not leave your car running with keys inside to warm up your vehicle!

Parking Ordinances

Help the police and service departments keep the roads clear! When the snow begins to fall, try to avoid parking on city streets if possible. Between the hours of 2a-6a, you must obtain parking permission from the Police Department. You can register for parking permission on the Police Department's website page here or by calling the non-emergency number at

440-442-2323. Parking permission will not be granted during heavy snowfalls.

Shopping Safety Tips

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!

From Community Partnership on Aging

Please visit the CPA website for more information on programs or call 216.291.3902.

From the Finance Department

The Budget Process

State law requires all cities to adopt a balanced budget by March 31 every year. For the last several years, Mayfield Heights has adopted the budget before the year begins. Currently, we are working on 2023’s budget. After input from the departments, and reviews at many levels, the final proposed budget is presented to Council for their consideration and adoption.

The largest source of revenue for the city is income tax. You may have heard the term “RITA tax” used, but this is not correct. RITA has no tax of its own, they simply administer the collection and enforcement of each city’s individual tax laws. Mayfield Heights’ tax rate is 1.5%. In Cuyahoga County, there are only 5 communities with a lower tax rate, and rates range all the way up to 3%.

Income tax, in addition to our other revenues, pays for the expenses of the city, providing police and fire protection, EMS services, recreation programs, snow plowing, road repair and refuse collection, etc. Please watch the upcoming City Council meetings for action on the current budget.

Aquatic & Community Center Update

To learn more about this project, click here.

Top view looking down on the pump pit, surge tank and deep water pool. The deep water pool is to the top and right of the page. The pump pit and surge tank area are in yellow, with rebar being laid in preparation for concrete flooring. 10.25.22