Business Highlight

Sheetz

Sheetz has promised to create a more inclusive and equitable culture that benefits our stores, employees, and our communities. We know that honoring and recognizing our employees’ and customers’ diverse experiences, individual identities and unique perspectives makes us a stronger organization and partner in every community we serve.

The Sheetz family, our executives, and leadership across the organization are working to identify actions that will lead to real progress. To that point, Sheetz has formally incorporated Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) into our corporate strategy. This work includes a tactical focus on resourcing, planning, and education. Over the past year, we have made substantial progress toward educating our organization’s leadership teams and making them aware of topics associated with IDEA. We are also working with independent experts, discovering how we can translate this work to our employees, customers, and suppliers – and create real change across the company. Part of that change is supporting organizations making a difference in our communities. Most recently, Sheetz pledged $100,000 in support of Embrace Race, an organization providing educational resources to parents in order to talk to their kids about race. You can read more about our major partners in this effort here.

We know that this is just a start. That’s why we are committed to an ongoing assessment of our culture and values to ensure that all employees and customers feel a sense of belonging at Sheetz. We are also pledging to increase diverse representation across our organization through talent development, talent acquisition, and promotions, making sure that all employees have the chance to thrive. We are stronger together when everyone feels seen and included. To maintain our accountability and to keep our communities updated on our progress we will continue to post here. We know that this work will only serve to strengthen our community connections and make Sheetz a better place for everyone.

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Business Highlight

Materion

Materion, an advanced material supplier headquartered in Mayfield Heights, helped make the mirrors that focus infrared light in the James Webb Telescope. Materion made the slabs that became the mirrors in the mid-2000s at its facility in Elmore, about 20 miles southeast of Toledo. Materion's global headquarters are right here in Mayfield Heights. Read more about the James Webb Space Telescope mirrors here.

Materion

6070 Parkland Blvd.

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Fire Hydrant Flushing

The Fire Department continues our annual fire hydrant flushing program in the city. This program is very important to assure fire hydrants in our city are in working order and to identify problems prior to an emergency. The Fire Department will post signs on the street generally three days prior to flushing. It is normal to have some water discoloration during this time. If discoloration is noticed, run the COLD water tap until it is clear.  

Smoke Detectors

If you don’t have smoke detectors or if your smoke detectors are older than 10 years old, they should be replaced! Residents can obtain smoke detectors and have them installed free of charge by the Mayfield Heights Fire Department. To learn more about the program or to schedule an installation contact Laura Baumgardner at 440-442-2626, ext. 295.

New Fire Vehicle

The fire department recently placed a new 2022 Chevy 1500 pickup truck into service. This vehicle replaces a 2012 Dodge 2500 and is used by the department as a second EMS command vehicle. The pickup is able to haul equipment to and from emergency scenes and will also be used to haul various regional used trailers. 

Neighborhood Watch Meeting at First Responders Night

Kick-off First Responders Night by attending the Neighborhood Watch meeting at 6 pm in Pavilion A at City Park.No need to be a Neighborhood Watch member. All are welcome! Come and hear what's happening in our city, and then enjoy the fun of the First Responder's night.

Back to School Month

As summer break ends, please review some important information with your children to keep them safe.

• Take the time to teach your child how to cross the street safely and make sure they are alert and aware of their surroundings while talking and crossing the street.
• If walking to school, please tell your child to look for the crossing guards and follow their directions.
• Parents, please be patient and ensure you do not stop on crosswalks, driveways, or intersections. Our traffic officers and crossing guards do their best to keep traffic moving, and appreciate your patience and cooperation.

School Resource Officers

The Mayfield Police Department is proud to continue our partnership with the Mayfield City School District and staff each school in our city with a full-time police officer during school days. The school officers maintain the safety of staff and students and build relationships and partnerships with them, which often last for many years. The officers are innovative in creating programs for students so they are aware of current trends and safety information that could affect them. As you drop your kids off, you can feel safe knowing that our officers are there with the intent to keep your children safe.

Safety and Security Inspections

Did you know that our Community Operations division performs free safety and security inspections for homes and businesses? These inspections are voluntary, and the purpose is to provide homeowners and business owners with recommendations on making their spaces more secure. Please know that recommendations are optional and not required. For more information, contact our Community Operations Division at 440-442-2323 Ext. 227. 

Random Acts of Fun is back

September 10-20, 2022!

2022 is the third year of this fun and exciting participatory event that will raise funds for Community Partnership on Aging’s essential programs and services for older adults in Highland Heights, Lyndhurst, Mayfield Heights, Mayfield Village, Richmond Heights, and South Euclid. Play for casual fun and socialization, OR compete against others for prizes!

Register here as a Team of One/Single Player, or grab a friend (or more!) and register as a team. Youth aged 16 and under are $20.00 per youth as long as they are participating with an adult Team. The corporate Team option is also available! Registration Fee includes instructions, coupons good for discounts at various restaurants and businesses in our area (the six cities listed above), and an event t-shirt! New this year: a special comedy show, Random Acts of Funny!  Registration is open through September 9, 2022.

For more information, contact Therese Grida by email or call at 216-291-0772.

Sales Tax Holiday: August 5-7, 2022

During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

•  An item of clothing priced at $75 or less
•  An item of school supplies priced at $20 or less
•  An item of school instructional material priced at $20 or less

For more info, please refer to the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Sales Tax Holiday Frequently Asked Questions available on their website.

Council Meetings on Summer Recess

Following our City Codified Ordinances, City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess during the months of July and August. If a meeting is needed, it will be held on the 2^nd or 4^th Monday of the month. Please review the City website for updates.  

Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District 

Assistance Resource Fair Scheduled for August 13^th  

Kiwanis Lodge Community Center at 27285 Highland Road, Richmond Heights

9 am to 12 pm. Appointments are preferred, or schedule an appointment by calling

216-881-8247. Walk-ins will be accepted. All are welcome.

Cleveland – On Saturday, August 13th, the City of Richmond Heights and the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District will host a Utility Assistance Resource Fair to offer eligible customers financial assistance on water, sewer, gas, and electric bills. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, City of Cleveland Division of Water, Dominion, FirstEnergy, CHN Housing Partners, STEP FORWARD, and Community Housing Solutions will be on-site.

Eligible customers will be able to sign up for a variety of assistance programs at the fair, including the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s Affordability Program, which provides a 40% reduction on sewer bills, and the Crisis Assistance Program, which provides up to a $300 credit on sewer bills.

Attendees are asked to bring copies of their utility bills (electric, gas, sewer, and/or water) and proof of household income (e.g., paystub, social security statement, most recently filed IRS 1040, or other documentation) to the Resource Fair. To maximize participation in as many programs as possible, attendees should also bring copies of the following, if available:

• Birth certificate(s)
• ID (driver’s license or state ID)
• Supplemental Medical Insurance (if applicable)
• Social Security Card
• Lease Agreement (if a renter)

‘We have offered cost-saving programs for several decades, including Homestead, and added a new program, the Crisis Voucher Program in 2012, so that those facing a hardship could get some relief. Additionally, we added stormwater credits in 2013, providing a reduction in stormwater fees, and, this year, enhanced our Affordability Program requirements, so more customers would be eligible,’ said Kyle Dreyfuss-Wells, Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District. ‘We’re happy to partner with Mayor Thomas on the Utility Assistance Resource Fair, so eligible customers can sign up for those programs and others.’

The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District plans to host additional Utility Assistance Resource Fairs on 8/27 in East Cleveland, 10/1 in Cleveland West & 10/29 in Parma to complete the 2022 calendar. More information to follow.