Fall 2015 Newsletter

5827 Highland Road • Highland Heights, OH 44143 • (440) 461-2440 • www.highlandhts.com
FALL 2015
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

“We Fit Together”
Community Initiative

Drainage Information

Community Day Wrap-up

Senior News

Winter Holiday Safety

NOPEC Information
From the Desk of Mayor Coleman
● Financial Overview
● New Phone System
● Staff News
● Man of the Year Award
● Anniversary Celebration
Mayor Coleman and St. Paschal
Baylon Principal Carol Jansky
From the Desk of Mayor Coleman
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
With the end of 2015 drawing near, the financial
position of the City remains strong with a balance
in the General Fund of $8 million. City income tax
collections remain stable with employer
withholdings and net profit taxes contributing
about 91% of the total, while residents account
for the remaining 9%.
In the next several weeks, I will be meeting with
the Finance Director and the Department heads to
discuss the needs of the City in preparation for
the 2016 Budget. The planning process allows us
to determine how to allocate spending in order to
continue to provide exceptional services to the
residents and businesses of Highland Heights while
maintaining a balanced budget.
Some of the 2015 capital projects that have been
completed, or nearing completion, are the
purchase of new police vehicles, as well as a new
multi-purpose truck and de-icing equipment for
the Service Dept. Earlier this year, the City took
delivery of a new ladder truck for the Fire Dept.
which was budgeted in 2014. In addition to these
purchases, new scoreboards were purchased for
some of the baseball fields and the tennis courts
were resurfaced in the Community Park.
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City that it is planning a project to replace the
gas main on Highland Road. The City is working
with Dominion to coordinate these two major
projects in an attempt to minimize both the cost
and disruption of services for our residents and
motorists.
NEW PHONE SYSTEM
Back in August, a new phone system was installed
within the Municipal Complex. This installation
included new phone lines as well as desktop
telephones replacing an antiquated system.
With numerous phone lines, employees,
departments and separate buildings within the
complex, as well as an emergency dispatch
center, the project was a major undertaking.
Chief Cook spearheaded a team that reviewed
quotes, equipment, services, and ultimately, the
installation of the new system.
All the hard work and preparation paid off as the
project finished $8,000 under budget, and the
changeover of the system took place without any
interruption of services to the complex, and more
importantly, to the dispatch center.
STAFF NEWS
The Miner Road reconstruction project was the
largest capital improvement program of 2015 both
in scope and financial commitment. The project
was funded with a $100,000 grant from the State,
a $1,025,000 contribution from the County, and a
$687,000, 20-year, zero percent interest loan
from the Ohio Public Works Commission. The
project is on target and nearing completion. I
would like to commend the contractor C.A.
Agresta Construction Co. and the City Engineer
Brian Mader for their planning and ongoing hard
work to complete the work efficiently and with
minimal disruption of traffic.
On September 9th, I had
the pleasure of joining
numerous contractors,
residents and co-workers in
honoring George Wilson
upon his retirement from
the City of Highland
Heights.
2016 promises to be another busy year with the
undertaking of the Highland Road Water Main
Project. Design work is currently underway.
Recently, Dominion East Ohio Gas Co. advised the
I would like to personally thank George for his
commitment to the residents and businesses of
Highland Heights, and wish him all the best in his
retirement.
Mayor Coleman and George Wilson
George was hired as
Building Inspector in the Building Dept. on
February 1, 1983 and retired from this position
after more than 32 years of dedicated service to
the citizens of this community.
From the Desk of Mayor Coleman
MAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
There has been a lot of attention in the past
several months regarding police and law
enforcement interactions with the public. We have
seen that it is critical for officers working with the
public to have the proper training to recognize
certain situations and how to handle them
effectively and safely.
One of the greatest pleasures I enjoy as Mayor is
interacting with the schools and students within
the City of Highland Heights.
Highland Hts. Police Chief
James Cook has worked for
many years in assuring the
proper training of law
enforcement personnel in
Cuyahoga and Lake counties.
The specialized training he
provides helps officers
recognize situations involving
those with mental illnesses
and suicidal tendencies, and
Police Chief James Cook
how to de-escalate volatile
situations without the use of force.
Since 2005, Chief Cook, in conjunction with the
County, has held two day mental health training
seminars for area law enforcement officers at the
Highland Hts. Community Center. As a result of his
involvement with the mental health training,
Highland Hts. officers receive ongoing training and
certification in crisis intervention even before it is
mandated by the State. This training ultimately
benefits our residents and those individuals who
work, shop or do business in Highland Heights.
Due in part to his ongoing work in training law
enforcement personnel, as well as many other
attributes, Chief Cook was selected as the Man of
the Year by the FBI National Academy - Ohio
Chapter. At a meeting held on September 22,
Chief Cook was presented with the award.
It is my honor to congratulate Chief Cook for this
prestigious award and for a job well done!
I am looking forward to meeting with the third
grade students at Millridge Elementary, once again
this year, to discuss local government. However,
recently I attended a special anniversary at
another Highland Heights school.
On September 23, St. Paschal Baylon School
invited me to attend a celebration in honor of
their 60th anniversary. In September 1955, Father
John O’Brien and Brother Edward Mullen, along
with Principal Mother St. Edward, opened the
doors of St. Paschal Baylon School to
approximately 300 students. The school currently
provides education to approximately 425 students
from preschool through 8th grade.
As a St. Paschal Baylon School
alumnus, it was wonderful to
be a part of this celebration
and to visit with current and
former teachers, students,
administrators, and staff.
Congratulations to St. Paschal
Baylon School on this special
anniversary.
Mayor Coleman and Retired St.
Paschal Baylon Principal Sister
Mary Maureen
In addition, on Sept. 29,
St. Paschal Baylon Church held a special “blue”
mass to honor all of the local safety forces in
Highland Hts.,
as well as
neighboring
communities.
Thank you
Father Lane
and the parish
for this special
service.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at City Hall at 440 461-2440 or by
email at scoleman@highlandhts.com.
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City Council Commentary
CATHY MURPHY
COUNCIL PRESIDENT AND WARD 1 REPRESENTATIVE
“WE FIT TOGETHER”
COMMUNITY HEALTH INITIATIVE
Healthy Lifestyle Program Comes to Mayfield Area
The “We Fit Together” Healthy Community Initiative is a
collaborative effort between the Cleveland Clinic and
community partners of the Mayfield School District to
promote health and wellness with a focus on education,
nutrition and physical activity.
The kick off event was held on September 2nd at Mayfield
High School and the Wildcat Sport and Fitness Center. The
event featured health and wellness screenings and
informational booths from the communities of the Mayfield
School District, including Highland Heights. Firefighters and
fire truck equipment were also on site for public education.
The next event will be a presentation by Dr. Caldwell
Esselstyn, Jr. and his wife Ann Crile Esselstyn on the
benefits of a plant based diet. It is scheduled for October
20, at 7:00 p.m. at the Mayfield High School auditorium.
Admission is free. To register, call 216-448-0085 or visit
clevelandclinc.org/letsmoveit to learn more about the
program and upcoming events.
Recreation Director Sean Ward, Dr. Brian Harte,
Hillcrest Hospital President, Mayfield School
Superintendent Dr. Keith Kelly, Council President
Cathy Murphy and Mayfield Village Mayor Bruce Rinker
at the We Fit Together Event.
As always, please contact me with questions or ideas for our city at 440-442-0377 or by email at
cmurphy@highlandhts.com.
HOME PROJECTS ON YOUR MIND??
Whether your project is roofing, exterior painting
or interior rehab, and your home is more than 50
years old, our staff can provide free technical
advice, on-site or over the phone. Our home experts can impartially answer questions about
repairs, materials, contractors and much more.
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour
before you go to bed on Saturday,
October 31. Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 1 at 2:00 a.m. This is also a great
time to change the batteries in your smoke
alarms to keep them functioning properly.
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In addition, you may qualify for a fixed, lowinterest loan with rates as low as 1.4% financed
through Key Bank and First Federal Lakewood for
your home improvement project.
For more information, visit
www.heritagehomeprogram.org
or call 216-426-3116.
City Council Commentary
BOB MASTRANGELO - WARD 3 REPRESENTATIVE
There is an old English dictum that a man’s home is
his castle. To be safe and politically correct, we
should substitute “a person’s” for “a man’s”.
Whether a person ever had that right to act as they
please within the walls of their home is open to
debate. By now, you are wondering why I brought
this up. With new construction winding down in
Aberdeen and the shortage of vacant, buildable
lots in the city, we are entering a period where the
average age of our homes in our community will
creep upward. Rather than pull up stakes and move
as family needs change, home additions become a
viable option. Repair and replacement of major
home systems such as furnaces, air conditioners,
driveways, etc. also are on the table. But before
any work is started, it is a good idea to check with
the City Building Department to determine whether
a contractor you are considering, is licensed to do
work in the City. If you are the adventurous type
and are planning to do the work yourself, it is a
good idea to determine permit requirements before
taking the leap. The inspections that are
performed insure that the work is done safely and
to current building standards. This will ensure that
the “persons” home is his/her castle for many
years to come.
Do you realize that there is an election this year on
November 3rd? With all the hoopla concerning the
upcoming 2016 Republican National Convention,
television debates, emails, phone calls etc., the
2015 upcoming election is not getting the respect it
deserves. Our local ballot will be a little light since
only the Mayor and the four ward council positions
are up for new four year terms. This year only the
Mayor and Ward 4 council seat are being contested.
Once again a reminder to Ward 3B “Wandering
Nomads”, our voting location is still at Millridge
School. On the other hand, if you would prefer to
vote at home in front of the television watching
our beloved Browns win another squeaker, you can
request an absentee ballot by visiting http://
boe.cuyahogacounty.us/ and downloading a ballot
request form or stop by City Hall or the Mayfield
Library during normal business hours to pick up a
form.
Please do not hesitate to call or email me with
your concerns and ideas at 440-442-2854 or
rmastrangelo@highlandhhts.com.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Hours: 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Where: Highland Hts. Community Center for Wards 1A, 2A, 2B and 3A
Millridge Elementary School for Wards 1B, 3B, 4A and 4B
Vote by Mail ballot applications are available at the Board of Elections website: www.443VOTE.com, by calling the
Board of Elections at 216-443-VOTE (8683), at all public libraries or at City Hall.
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City Council Commentary
ANN D’AMICO - WARD 4 REPRESENTATIVE AND DRAINAGE COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON
As I am sure most residents are aware, many parts of the city have suffered drainage problems this year.
This is truly the worst year in recent memory for drainage issues in Highland Heights. As Chairperson of
the Council Drainage Committee, I have heard from residents in all areas of the city who have had
problems either with water on their property, water entering their homes, or in some cases, both
problems.
The Mayor and City Council are committed to working with residents and the County to do what we can
to correct these problems. The City Engineer, Service Director and Building Commissioner have been
working diligently with the County and here is the most recent information available from the County
regarding work in progress, or projects completed:
1. Flow monitors were installed in the Radford area and data is currently being analyzed to determine if
a portion of the flow can be diverted to Richmond Heights’ sewers.
2. The County is developing a task order to modify the manhole chamber at the Radford and Franklin
area to improve the flow hydraulics.
3. The Cuyahoga County Council has awarded a contract for sewer joint grouting and lining of the
sewers in the public right of way. Based on that contract, the County will issue task orders to their
contractor for the grouting of sewers in the Williamsburg area. Based upon the flow monitoring done
in the area, the sewers on Davidson and Lander will be the first priority and the sewers on Rutland
and Sturbridge will be the second priority. Once the grouting is completed the County will reinstall
flow meters to evaluate the impact of the grouting on the streets.
4. As requested by Service Director Thom Evans, the County has installed flow meters in the sanitary
main on Ford Road.
The drainage issues are an ongoing situation, and I will continue to update residents in future
newsletters. The City continues to offer assistance to any resident calling with a drainage complaint. The
Council Drainage Committee, together with the Building Commissioner, Service Director, and City
Engineer are in the process of developing a Drainage Assistance Program for residents.
Residents with or without current known drainage problems should be aware that the County will clean
your sewer laterals at no charge. Call the County dispatch office at 216-443-8201 to have your sewer
laterals checked.
Residents that have experienced drainage or flooding problems are urged to report them to Building
Commissioner Dale Grabfelder at City Hall at 440-442-7403.
If you have any questions, I can be reached at 440-461-4224 or by email at adamico@highlandhts.com.
TEN MILLION STEPS TO PREVENT FALLS
In collaboration with the Ohio Dept. of
Aging, the Community Partnership on Aging conducted one-mile walks with seniors
to encourage activity in support of fall
prevention.
On Friday, Sept. 25, Council Representative to the Commission on Aging, Ann
D’Amico joined Council President Cathy
Murphy, Senior Coordinator Mary Velotta
and local seniors for a one mile walk
around the Municipal Complex.
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City Council Commentary
CHUCK BRUNELLO - REPRESENTATIVE AT LARGE AND COMMUNITY DAY CHAIRMAN
I truly believe the 2015 Community Day was a tremendous success. This wouldn’t have been possible
without a great team to plan the event. This year’s
Community Day Committee consisted of Ben Bissell,
Mark Damankos, Anthony DeLisio, Lee Klein, Sue MeFortunately, the weather cooperated this year enaola, Sara Tobin, Kim Weybrecht, Gina Williams, Jen
bling us to provide numerous activities and entertain- Willians, Frank and Kim Zanella. These individuals
ment for all ages. The 2015 Community Day started
put in a lot of time and hard work, completely on a
off with the Mayfield Wildcat 5K Run, which was a
voluntary basis, and I would like to personally thank
new feature to the day. The race was a great sucthem for all they did to make this a great day.
cess, with over 100 participants. Once the race was
completed, it was time for the annual Kid’s Fun Run
with children of all ages participating. Congratulations to Kyle Griffith and Colleen Grossner for placing
first in the 5K run and Savanna Bressler for her first
place finish in the Kid’s Fun Run. What a great pairing of races for the whole family. We hope to make
this an ongoing tradition for next year.
Many family friendly activities returned this year including family bingo, the rocket ship car, Magician
Rick Smith, numerous inflatables, and the life-flight
helicopter landing.
One of the exciting
things about planning
Community Day, is
the ability to incorporate new ideas and
activities into the
day. With that being
said, we did just that
this year. We held
our first Touch a
Truck event featuring a showcase of wonderful
equipment used by our City each and every day. Another new feature this year was strongman, J.D. Anderson, from America’s Got Talent.
2015 Community Day
Committee
Each year seems to fly by faster than the year before, and this year is no exception. After many weeks
of planning, the 2015 Community Day is in the books
as one of the best one day festivals in the area.
A good portion of the Community Day events and activities are made possible by local businesses and
sponsors. Please support the list of sponsors shown
on the following page with your patronage.
I would like to extend my gratitude to Service Director Thom Evans and his entire staff for their hard
work before, during and after the event. I would also
like to thank Fire Chief Bill Turner and his staff, Police Chief Jim Cook, Lt. Dennis Matejcic and their
staff, as well as the entire Administrative staff at
City Hall.
Finally, I would like to
thank Mayor Scott Coleman
for his continued support
The zipline returned this year as the longest portable and confidence in my leadzipline in the U.S. It was such a fun sight to see peo- ership during the last six
ple of all ages zipping more than 280 ft. across the
years. I am looking forward
park. The activities, entertainment and food were
to getting things started for
enjoyed by all throughout the day. Fireworks filled
the 2016 Community Day! It
the sky to conclude what was a great day.
continues to be an honor
for me to serve our wonMayor Coleman, Council Rep.
Congratulations to the winners of the Third Annual
derful community as the Brunello, and Fire Chief Turner at
Community Day Raffle. The Faiman family were win- Community Day ChairCommunity Day.
ners of the grand prize of four roundtrip airline tick- man, and as a Council
ets, Pete Tsirambidis was the winner of the $1,000
Representative at Large. Please contact me, at anycash prize, and Walter Busher was the winner of
time, with any questions or concerns you may have. I
$500.
can be reached at 440-567-7771.
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2015 COMMUNITY DAY
Red and White Sponsors:
Drug Mart
Elk & Elk Co., Ltd.
Aberdeen Crossings
J.R. Sbrocco Plumbing, Inc.
Alpha Park
Kemper House Highland Heights
Anthony Rocco’s Hair Design
Mayor Scott Coleman
Best Reward Credit Union
Michael Christopher Salon
CBIZ
Minotas Trophies and Awards
Camp Bow Wow Highland Heights
Osborne Capital Group
Cleveland Clinic
Retab Inc.
Congressman Dave Joyce
Security Self Storage
Council Representative Chuck Brunello SkyZone Trampoline Park
ControlSoft Inc.
Stephen Hovancsek & Associates
Crostatas Pizzeria
Swagelok
Dental Essentials
Vicchiarelli Funeral Home
Vendors:
Alecci’s Ice Delights
Biaggios
Hershey’s Ice Cream/Sunday Memories
Highland Hts. Community Day Committee
Highland Hops and Vines
Mulligan’s Tavern
Pete’s Events
Pranzo
Romeo’s Pizza
Simply Sweet Confections
Volunteers:
Ben Bissell
Gina Bissell
Mark Damankos
Anthony DeLisio
Lee Klein
Renee Klein
Marlene Kole
Mayor Scott Coleman
Sue Meola
Cathy Murphy
Marisa Pollutro
Sara Tobin
Mary Velotta
Kim Weybrecht
Gina Williams
Jen Willians
Frank Zanella
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Department Updates
BUILDING DEPARTMENT - DALE GRABFELDER, BUILDING COMMISSIONER
SWALES AND DITCHES
NEW CONSTRUCTION
During the past year, the
City has experienced a significant amount of rain
which has caused some
flooding not only in yards,
but also in basements. After speaking to residents and visiting numerous
properties, I have found that yard flooding is primarily caused by improper maintenance of road
side ditches and rear yard swales. In order to make
sure these areas are kept clean and working
properly, we have established a new annual inspection of these areas. If any problems are found,
homeowners will be notified and given ample time
to clean out their swale or road side ditch. It is important to remember that if the swales and ditches
are maintained, they will work as they were designed and help facilitate the flow of water.
As you drive around the
City, you may notice some
new business and homes in
the area. Construction of a
new commercial building at
the corner of Wilson Mills
and Alpha Dr. is complete.
The building is currently occupied by Mattress Firm, and
by the end of October,
Chipotle will be open for business as well. Construction is winding down on the new Highland
Pointe Skilled Nursing Facility on Golfview Lane.
The facility should be open by the end of the year.
RETIREMENT
Anyone involved in any building project within the
City, has probably worked with George Wilson at
one time or another. George has been with the City
as Building Inspector since 1983. After 32 years of
service, George retired on September 9, 2015. I,
along with the entire City of Highland Heights, wish
George a long, healthy, happy retirement.
FALL MAINTENANCE
As fall arrives, now is the time to address the following maintenance issues:
1. Have your furnace checked and cleaned to
make sure it is functioning properly.
2. Have your chimney cleaned and checked for
cracks.
3. Clean the leaves and yard debris out of your
swales and ditches.
In addition, a number of new homes have recently
been built in the Aberdeen community, mostly built
by K.Hovnanian Homes, along with several new
homes on Miner Rd. and in the Maypine development.
HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
As a reminder, before you start any construction project in your home, or on
your property, please make sure that
your contractor is registered to do business in the City of Highland Heights, and
that they have taken out the proper permits with the Building Dept.
All of this information is available
on our City website at
www.highlandhts.com
www.highlandhts.com. Within
the Government tab at the top of
the home page, select the Building Dept. page, and then click on
the link in the Building Contractors and Permits
section. This information is also available by calling
the Building Dept. at 440-442-7403.
The Building Department staff is here to assist you. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us Monday thru Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at 440-442-7403.
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Department Updates
FIRE DEPARTMENT - CHIEF WILLIAM TURNER
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
WINTER FIRE HYDRANT SAFETY
Fire Prevention Week was October 410, 2015. The theme this year was the
need for every bedroom to have a
working smoke alarm. The Highland
Heights Fire Department recommends
photoelectric smoke alarms with 10year batteries for use in all living
spaces and hallways. Ionization type
detectors can be used near cooking appliances. Please
contact the Fire Prevention Office at 440-442-7406 for
any questions regarding smoke alarms.
Unfortunately, winter is right around the corner
and that means snow. We are asking all residents with a fire hydrant on their property to
keep the hydrant clear of snow.
If you are physically unable to shovel the snow
away from the hydrant,
please contact the Fire
Department and we can
provide assistance.
CPR/AED CLASSES
The Fire Dept. will be offering a CPR/AED class for residents in the Mayfield School District and
employees of businesses in Highland Heights. The class will be held at the Highland Hts. Fire
Station at 5827 Highland Rd. on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Registration is required. Class size is limited to 15 students. Student manuals are available prior
to the class if desired. Please contact the Fire Dept. at 440-442-7406 to register for the class.
Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to
get together. However, that also means a greater risk
for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a
happy and fire safe holiday season.
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Department Updates
POLICE DEPARTMENT
JAMES COOK, POLICE CHIEF
Follow the Highland Hts.
Police Dept. on:
Emergency Number: 9-1-1 or 440-442-1221
Non-Emergency Number: 440-442-8825
Highland Heights
Police Department
NEW POLICE OFFICER
On September 22, 2015, Chief James Cook was
presented the Man of the Year Award from the FBI
National Academy - Ohio Chapter for his service to
the law enforcement community of Greater
Cleveland, Cuyahoga and Lake Counties. The
award was due in part to Chief Cook’s continuing
work toward educating police officers throughout
the Cleveland area, in how to recognize and safely
respond to persons with mental illness, suicide
prevention, and de-escalation through personal
training programs.
Jeffrey Baldrey was appointed to the position of
Patrol Officer on August 2, 2015. Prior to this
appointment, Patrolman Baldrey was an officer
assigned to the Detective Bureau for the
Painesville Police Dept. where he worked major
crimes. During his career in Painesville, he earned
the Lake County Blue Coats Distinguished Service
Award, Narcotics Officer of the Year, MADD Award,
Lifesaver Award and was a member of the Lake
County SWAT Team.
Chief Cook is a graduate of the FBI National
Academy, a selective and intensive 11 week
college accredited program at the FBI Academy in
Quantico, Virginia, in which he received training in
Constitutional Law, Crime Scenes, Psychology,
Communications and Administration, along with
physical training. There are currently about 850
graduates of the FBI Academy in Ohio.
Chief James Cook receiving the Man of the Year Award
September 22, 2015
Mayor Coleman swearing in
Officer Baldrey.
MAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
This prestigious honor is awarded based on the
following criteria stated in the FBINAA Ohio
Preamble that reads in part, “those who uphold
and defend the laws of our country; perpetuate
our association with fellow graduates and faculty;
promote training programs; encourage attendance
at all training sessions; encourage and assist in the
enlightenment and education of the general
public; and enhance the professional development
of our membership.”
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@HighlandHtsPD
CONFERENCE PRESENTATION
Police Det. Sgt. Gary McKee
(Ret.)
and
Lt.
Dennis
Matejcic, along with Doug
Rhode of the Lake County
Crime Lab, attended the Ohio
Identification Officers (OIO)
conference on September 9,
2015 in Perrysburg, OH. The
conference
featured
a
presentation of the Rose
Marie Essa murder case.
McKee, Matejcic and Rhode
gave a presentation on their
investigation and trial of the
Lt. Matejcic
case. The case received
and
national attention, centered Det. Sgt. McKee (Ret.)
around Dr. Yazeed Essa
poisoning his wife with a cyanide capsule. Based
on the evidence and the investigation by Highland
Heights Detectives McKee and Matejcic, Dr. Essa
was convicted of murder and is currently serving a
life sentence.
Department Updates
HALLOWEEN TIPS
Halloween will be observed on Saturday, October 31. Trick or Treat hours will be from 6:00 until 8:00
p.m., rain, snow, or shine. Here are some tips to help keep our children safe:
Parents:
Costumes should be bright and reflective. Make sure the costume material is flame retardant and short
enough in length so that your child won’t trip. Instead of wearing masks that may impair your child’s vision, use non-toxic, hypoallergenic face paint. Avoid props such as swords, canes or sticks or make sure
they are made of a flexible material. Add reflective tape to their costumes, or have them carry a flashlight
to make them more visible.
Younger children should always be accompanied by an adult. Older children should go out in groups and
stay together. They should also carry a cell phone with the Police Dept. phone number (440) 442-1221 entered into a speed dial location in case they encounter a situation that requires police assistance. All children should be instructed not to enter homes or cars of any strangers.
All trick-or-treaters should only go to homes that have their exterior lights on. They should always cross
the street at a designated crosswalk, and use sidewalks. If there are no sidewalks, then they should walk
at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.
Instruct your children not to eat any treats until you have inspected it. Make sure your children have something to eat before they go out to decrease the desire to eat the candy they collect before it is inspected.
Immediately report any suspicious activity to the Police Department.
Homeowners:
If you wish to participate in Halloween Trick or Treat hours, turn on your exterior lights.
In preparation, remove trip hazards such as garden hoses, bicycles, etc. from your lawn,
walkways, steps and porch. Make sure your pet is contained inside your home so they
won’t accidently escape, jump on, or bite trick-or-treaters.
PRIVATE SNOW REMOVAL
With winter approaching, please remember that all private snow removal contractors are required to obtain a Snow Removal Permit from the Highland Hts. Police Dept. In order to obtain a permit, the contractor must provide us with proof of insurance and other pertinent information. In the past, residents have
signed and paid contractors for services never received. Most often these contractors were not issued a
permit by the City because of past practices. The Police Department suggests that residents take great
care before paying for snow removal service. Here are some tips to follow:
Ask for references from current/former customers, and call them to confirm that they were satisfied with their service.
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Only deal with known, reputable snow removal companies that have been
in business for several years, and that provide a business or home address, a
working contact phone number, and that can provide you with proof of a Highland Hts. Snow Removal Permit.
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Contact the Better Business Bureau for information on the company. You can also contact the Police
Dept. at 440-442-8825 to confirm that a permit has been issued.
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Keep in mind that if the price sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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Department Updates
SERVICE DEPARTMENT - THOM EVANS, SERVICE DIRECTOR
PROJECT UPDATES: MINER ROAD
The Miner Road reconstruction project is nearing
completion. The scope of the project includes widening; adding berms; improving drainage; enclosure of
deep swales, which will allow for the removal of
some portions of guard rail; an upgrade of the traffic
signal at Highland Road and complete recycling and
resurfacing of the asphalt pavement.
The project is on schedule for completion this fall. The northern end of the
project should be completed in October and the southern end in November,
weather permitting.
The traffic signal work at Highland Road is anticipated to be completed in October. Please note that with
the new signal system, traffic patterns or “phasing”
will vary based on vehicle demand. The new system
will move traffic through the intersection more efficiently, achieving reductions in both travel time and
vehicle emissions. Traffic on Miner Rd. will remain
open in both directions during the reconstruction.
Motorists should anticipate delays.
2015 ROAD PROGRAM
The 2015 Road Program has been awarded to A & J
Cement Contractors, Inc. The project will include
sectional concrete repairs in the Williamsburg subdivision, on Kennelwood Drive, and Hawthorne Drive
as well as miscellaneous repairs in other areas.
A busy construction season has pushed this project
into the fall. However, work should be underway by
the delivery of this newsletter and should be substantially completed by the end of the construction season.
SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
The City will be holding an online public auction for
the purpose of disposing of surplus equipment. The
online auction will take place through govdeals.com,
a public auction website. Information about the available equipment should be online and ready for bids,
for 30 days, near the end of October/early November. Bids will not be accepted by the City and must
be made directly through the govdeals.com website.
More information, as it becomes available, will be
posted on the City website at www.highlandhts.com.
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LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM
(October 5 - December 18)
The Service Dept. will begin continuous curbside leaf collection on all
streets beginning on Oct. 5th. Collection will be house by house and
street by street. Once a cycle of all
streets has been completed (all
streets have been collected) we
will begin the cycle again.
Please place leaves on the tree lawn for collection,
not in the street. Leaves placed in the street are a
hazard to motorists, block drainage, and once they
become wet and matted, significantly slows the collection process. Please do not mix grass in with the
leaves. Grass should be prepared for trash collection
or composted. Branches should be tied and bundled
in four foot lengths for trash collection or left loose
and stacked separately away from leaf piles for collection by the Service Dept.
The collection program will end the second week of
December. The program end date is necessary to allow the Service Dept. to change over the equipment
for snow removal operations.
Residents wishing to dispose of leaves beyond the cut
off date may do so by composting their leaves or bagging them (40 lbs. or less) for pick up by our rubbish
contractor on their regular rubbish day.
HOLIDAY RUBBISH COLLECTION
The City’s rubbish contractor will be observing the
following holidays for the remainder of the year:
Thanksgiving Day - Thursday collection
will be delayed one day and will be collected on Friday.
Christmas and New Year’s Day fall on a Friday this
year. Therefore, there will be no delay in collection.
HELP WANTED
The Service Dept. is currently accepting applications
for part-time, seasonal help for leaf collection during
the months of October, November, and early December. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a
valid Ohio Driver’s license, and be capable of performing heavy physical tasks over long periods of
time. Applications may be obtained at the Service
Dept. from 8:00 until noon weekdays.
Department Updates
MAILBOXES
As winter approaches, it’s a good time to check the condition of your mailbox to be sure it can withstand
the riggers of another harsh Northeast Ohio winter. Here are some tips to consider:
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Inspect the post for damage/weakness or rotting due to age.
If the post is leaning towards the street, straighten the post to gain at
least 12” of clearance behind the curb line. This will allow safe clearance
for the snowplow.
To avoid damage and allow better access, advise your snowplow contractor not to pile snow against the post.
Consider installing a snow shield in the winter to protect your mailbox
from snow damage when streets and driveways are being plowed. The
Service Dept. can provide information on the construction and installation
of snow shields.
If your mailbox is damaged, the Service Dept. can loan you a temporary mailbox, and in many cases, assist
with repairs or installation of a new box. You can contact the Service Dept. at 440-461-7266.
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
On September 15, 2015, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled that the Northeast Ohio Sewer District has the authority to manage and collect fees for a regional storm water management program. The district’s storm
water management program was put on hold in 2013 as challenges to the program worked their way
through the legal system.
The Regional Stormwater Management Program is designed to address flooding, stream bank erosion and
water quality issues throughout much of Northeast Ohio. In addition, the Sewer District will assume responsibility for millions of dollars of necessary maintenance along streams across the region. Although the Sewer District will re-start the Regional Stormwater Management Program, a specific date for re-mobilizing
construction projects or resuming billing has not yet been established. However, when billing resumes, it
is estimated that the fee will range from $3.09 per month, $5.15 per month or $9.27 per month depending
on the amount of impervious area per residence. The Stormwater Fee may increase each year based on
funding needs necessary to continue to effectively implement the Regional Stormwater Management
Program. For more information about the
program, visit www.neorsd.org.
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Department Updates
COMMUNITY CENTER COORDINATOR, GINA BISSELL
HELP WANTED
The Community Center is in need of a parttime custodian for Saturday evening shifts.
Responsibilities include setting up and taking
down tables and chairs, availability to attend
the events to provide assistance, along with
general cleaning and maintenance of the
Community Center building. A great job for a
retiree or senior. Applications are available at
City Hall. Call 440-461-2440 ext. 149 for more
information.
The Community Center is available for rental to Highland Hts. residents for parties, meetings and events.
Please contact Gina Bissell by phone at 440-461-2440 ext. 149 or by email at gbissell@highlandhts.com for
more information or to book the center. More information about the center including pictures and rental
fees is available on the city website at www.highlandhts.com.
It’s going to be a Boo-tiful Night!
It’s the Highland Heights Annual
Children’s HALLOWEEN PARTY!!!
Come celebrate at our Park Barn Pavilion located in the back of the park by the pool.
Children can come dressed in Halloween costumes and have fun enjoying
hay rides, games, refreshments, face painting and candy treats!
When: Saturday, October 17, 2015 (rain or shine)
Where: Highland Heights Park Barn Pavilion
What time: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
What to wear: Halloween costumes
Cost: $5.00 per child (ages 2-12)
Adults and children under 2 are FREE
Advance reservations are required by October 14, 2015.
Tickets can be purchased in person at Highland Heights City Hall or you can mail a check
(made payable to City of Highland Heights) to:
Highland Heights City Hall
ATTN: Halloween Party
5827 Highland Rd.
Highland Hts., OH 44143
No tickets will be mailed. Please check in at the reservation table the night of the event.. Wrist
bands will be issued. Please call 440-461-2440 ext. 149 with any questions.
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Department Updates
SUMMER FUN
The Highland Hts. Community Park was the site of numerous events and activities this
past summer. Not only did hundreds of children enjoy organized sporting activities such
as t-ball, softball, baseball, swimming and tennis lessons, but numerous family events
were held in the park as well. Thank you to the following sponsors: Action Travel Center, Alfredo’s, Amazing Tickets, Burgers 2 Beer, Highlander Tavern, Bodycote, ControlSoft Inc., Crostatas, Council Rep. Ann D’Amico, Dental Essentials, Dice Dash, DiStefano’s Elk & Elk Co. Ltd., Mario Fazios, Fedeli Group, First Federal Credit, Frate Landscaping, Vincent Gaudio CPA, Gen Orthodonics, Goddard School, Howard Hanna, Herman Textile, Hershey’s Ice Cream, Highpoint Tree Service, Hillcrest Community Church,
Kane & Figler Optometry, Kemper House, Ken’s Parkhill Roofing, Marketing Communications Resource, Marshall Carpet, Michael Christopher Salon, Michalangelo’s, Nager, Romaine & Schneiberg, Palumbo’s, PEM Transportation, Qdoba, Secure My Campus, Security Self Storage, Smylie One Heating & Cooling, Snow Brothers, Title Boxing, Yirga Patent Law, University Suburban Health, Vicchiarelli Funeral Home, Wilson Mills Marathon.
RECREATION DEPT.
DAVID IANIRO,
RECREATION
DIRECTOR
The first event of the summer was the Neighborhood Bicycle Ride. Participants dodged
a few rain drops, but were rewarded at the end of the ride with a free treat at the
pool.
In late July, the screening of the family favorite movie “Paddington” was held at the
Family Movie Night at the Park. Hundreds of residents enjoyed the movie as well as other family entertainment such as face painting, bounce houses and a visit by the Highland Hts. Fire Dept. A special thank you to the Bokovitz family for providing last minute
technical assistance to ensure a successful evening!
Throughout the summer, free, Family Fun Nights were held at the Community Pool. The
fun nights were themed nights such as Luau Night, Christmas in July, and Noodle Night.
We are already busy planning more fun events for next year. Be sure to visit our website at www.highlandhts.com for the latest news and activities. We hope to see you
next summer at the park!
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Senior Scoop
THE 5 CITY 5 ALARM CHILI COOK-OFF
Join Highland Heights Fire Department at CPA’s HOTTEST event of
the year, the Third Annual 5 City 5
Alarm Chili Cook-Off! Sample chili
from Highland Heights, Mayfield
Village, Mayfield Heights, Lyndhurst and South Euclid Fire Departments and vote for your favorite!
The menu will also include pizza,
cornbread, salad and dessert! There will be a
Chinese Raffle of donation baskets and more, all
to benefit the CPA Safe at Home Program.
The video conferences would take place in
Cleveland Heights at their Senior Activity Center, and field trips would take place to locations
in University Circle. If you are age 60+ and think
you would be interested in hearing more about
these programs and their fee structure, please
give CPA a call. You can call CPA Program Coordinator, Therese Grida, at 216-291-3902, ext.
215. If there is enough interest, the programs
would possibly start in the spring of 2016.
When: Saturday, November 14
(doors open at 11:00 AM)
Where: South Euclid Community Center, 1370
Victory Dr.
Tickets: $10.00 per person; available by calling
CPA’s main office 216-291-3902 (ask for Robin)
Medicare Open Enrollment will take place midOctober through early-December. Open enrollment
is a great time to review your plan to make sure it
still meets your needs. Not only do your healthcare
needs change, but the plans change over time as
well. If we can help you compare your options,
please contact our South Euclid office at 216-2913902. Staff members are trained by the Ohio Senior
Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP). As
a reminder, NEVER give out your Medicare number
or Social Security number to anyone calling you on
the phone!
SAFE AT HOME PROGRAM for FALL
PREVENTION AND HOME SAFETY
If you are 60 years of age or older,
and live in a single dwelling home,
call the Community Partnership on
Aging office to find out if you are
eligible for any component of the
Safe at Home Program, including:
Free Home Environmental Assessment, Minor
Home Modification (such as installation of a
shower grab bar) or the Durable Medical Equipment Loan Program. Contact CPA at 216-2913902 for more information.
In addition, you can also call the Fire Dept. at
440-442-7406 to inquire about a home safety inspection, smoke alarm installation, and residential lock boxes.
WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU!
CPA is in the process of planning a series of distance-learning video conferences along with tandem field trips in partnership with the city of
Cleveland Heights and University Circle, Inc!
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MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT
FRESH FOODS TO GO
Each month eligible older adult residents of
Highland Heights age
60+ may call Community Partnership on Aging
to receive a FREE Fresh
Goods To Go Tote of
groceries! Pick-up
dates for the remainder of 2015 are:
Thurs., Oct. 15 (make reservation by Oct. 7)
Thurs., Nov.19 (make reservation by Nov. 11)
Thurs., Dec. 17 (make reservation by Dec. 9)
To make a reservation or inquiry about income
guidelines and pick up location, please call Community Partnership on Aging at 216-650-4029.
Seniors Scoop
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP ON AGING
STACEY O’BRIEN, DIRECTOR - (216) 291-3902
AUTUMN IN AMISH COUNTRY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Always a favorite, join CPA for shopping, tour,
lunch; stops include Harry London Chocolate
Factory, the village of Sugarcreek and lunch at
Dutch Valley Inn and a wine tasting at Perennial
Vineyard and Winery! This is sure to sell out quickly
so make your reservation soon! Call the CPA Trip
Office at 440-473-5138. Cost: $69.00 per person.
CLEVELAND HOLIDAY
CELEBRATION THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10
It's never too early to start
thinking about the holidays and CPA is on the
ball! Join us for a hearty brunch (complete with
holiday punch!) prepared by our own Chef
Warren, then board a motor coach to the Allen
Theatre downtown for "A Christmas Story," the
play. This Cleveland tradition is sure to
delight! Call the CPA trip office for information.
Cost per person: $79.
VETERAN’S DAY SPECIAL
PROGRAM
CPA will honor our older adult veterans this year
with a special program at Ross DeJohn Community
Center in Mayfield Heights, on Wednesday,
November 11. Details about lunch are available by
calling Community Partnership on Aging at 216-6504029. Information will also be available in the
October CPA newsletter!
ARE YOU, A FRIEND, A NEIGHBOR, OR A RELATIVE
IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE?
Call Community Partnership on Aging to see if we
can help! CPA social workers can offer resources on
benefits, transportation, home health needs,
homemaker services and more. A Community
Partnership on Aging social worker can be reached
in our South Euclid office at 216-291-3902.
HOLIDAY GIFT SHOP
CPA’s Creative Paper Recycling Project will have a
table at the 2nd GREEN VENDOR'S HOLIDAY GIFT
SALE, sponsored by the
Highland Heights Green Task
Force! The Fair will be held
Sat., Nov. 7th, 2015 at the
Highland Hts. Community
Center, 5827 Highland Road,
Highland Heights, Ohio. The
sale will run from 10 am to 5
pm. Plan to stop by to
check out the many
beautiful handmade paper
items made by our volunteers and give a recycled
or repurposed gift this holiday season!
SEASONAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Individuals and groups of all ages are urgently
needed to assist older adults, many of whom are
on a fixed income, during the fall and winter
months. Leaf raking projects will take place during
the month of November. Individuals, families, and/
or groups are
encouraged to bring
their own rakes and
assist for a two-hour
shift that fits into their
schedules. Then
beginning in December,
individuals, families,
and groups are invited
to conduct light snow shoveling (walkways and steps
only) and/or trash can removal, as a part of the
Adopt an Older Adult Program. Volunteers will be
matched with an older adult in need throughout the
winter. If you would like to help with either of
these valuable services, please call Corinne Dunn,
Volunteer Coordinator at 216-291-3902, ext.
213. for more information.
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Community News
Highland Heights Green Task Force -Judy Dearden, President
waters from plastics. Unfortunately, due to unfavorable weather conditions, the boats did not meet the
water; however, a fun time was had by all particiFirst of all, we would like to express our apprecia- pants. Although our boat, “THE MEAN GREEN CLEANtion to the community for supporting the efforts
ING MACHINE” did not win, as the saying
of the Highland Heights Green Task Force for the
goes...there is always next year!
past 5 years! The attendance for both the programs and events, as well as our membership
Our fourth annual HHGTF GAZEBO ZERO WASTE
numbers, have steadily increased over the years!
POTLUCK DINNER and 50/50 RAFFLE was once
Also, a big thanks for all the volunteer hours the
again a wonderful success. The gazebo was packed
members and others have given to our efforts.
with great company and delicious food. Thank you to
Thank you so much! P.S. New members are always everyone who joined us for a fun evening!
welcome!
The Highland Heights Green Task Force has spent
the past nine months examining what our 2015 campaign, CLEAN WATER 4 ALL, is all about. We have
had numerous speakers share with us the cause and
effect of our habits and how they are affecting our
watershed, and ultimately us. We learned about safer, more natural alternatives to the toxic man-made
chemicals in our personal care and cleaning products. Hopefully, many of us learned to practice better garden and lawn maintenance habits which will
reduce the fertilizer and pesticide run-off into the
sewer, creeks and streams which enter Lake Erie,
one of the major causes of the environmentally damaging algae blooms. We have shared what we have
learned at our various community outreach tables
located at the Hillcrest Hospital, Gates Mills Environmental Education Center and the Highland Hts. Community Day.
We recently partnered with the Mayfield High School
Environmental Club, the North Chagrin Reservation,
and the Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District, for the
second year in
a row, to build
a boat out of
recycled materials for the
GREAT LAKE
ERIE BOAT
FLOAT. The
event is held
to raise awareThe MEAN GREEN CLEANING MACHINE and
ness of the
its crew members.
pollution in our
2015 HHGTF Gazebo
Potluck Dinner
CLEAN WATER 4 ALL 2015 CAMPAIGN
-A RECAP OF 2015-
As a reminder, the LITTLE FREE LIBRARY located in
front of the entrance to the Community Pool is getting a lot of activity. As such, it is often in need of
restocking. If you have any books, especially children’s books, that you would like to donate, please
feel free to place them in the library box. Thanks!
COME SHOP WITH US!!
at the
Second Annual
GREEN VENDORS - HOLIDAY GIFT SALE
Saturday, Nov. 7 - 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Highland Hts. Community Center
A select number of green vendors are coming
together to offer a unique selection of green holiday
gifts. We invite you to shop with us for safer and
environmentally friendly alternatives to mass
produced products for your holiday gift giving. Invite
a friend (or two) to come shopping with you!
Please visit our website at: www.highlandhtsgreen.com or email Judy Dearden at HHGreenTaskForce@yahoo.com or call 440-646-9820 for more information about any of our programs.
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Community News
The Cuyahoga County Public Library is pleased to
offer these fall programs at The Mayfield Branch at
500 SOM Center Road in Mayfield Village.
Please phone 440-473-0350 to register.
A Spirited Encounter with the Real Ghost
Whisperer, Mary Ann Winkowski
Join Mary Ann, Paranormal Investigator, as she enthralls us with tales of her work with earthbound spirits over the last 60+ years. Mary Ann has appeared on
numerous TV and radio programs. Oct. 24 / 2:003:00 p.m.
The Highland Hts. Garden Club will be hosting
their
Annual Herb, Craft and
Bake Sale
Tuesday, Nov. 3
6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
at
Highland Hts. Community
Center
Come discover handmade crafts, homemade
bakery and locally grown herbs!
Open and Free to the Public.
Amazing Arachnids
Around Halloween, we hear a lot of myths and spooky
stories about spiders and other creatures. Come and
meet some members of the spider family with a
The Highland Hts. Garden Club meets the second
Cleveland Metroparks naturalist and learn to separate
Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the
fact from fiction. Oct. 27 / 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Community Center. We are always looking for new
members. If you are interested in gardening,
From Script to Screen
floral arrangement, and socializing, this group is
David Manocchio, a writer and director, known for 24
for you!
Frames Per Second, Haywire, and La Bruja will preContact Sharon Daviso at 440-446-9395 for more
sent a 2 hour independent filmmaking program that
information. Our meetings are open and everyone
covers writing the script, choosing a crew, casting,
is welcome to attend a meeting.
production, and marketing. Nov. 28 / 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Residents are often approached by various energy suppliers with deals and
contracts for their gas and electricity needs.
NOPEC is the largest governmental, public retail energy aggregation in
the nation. The NOPEC aggregation has 134 members, serving 174 communities, in ten counties, including the City of Highland Hts. NOPEC is a non-profit group with a mission to
keep gas and electric bills low. NOPEC uses their immense buying power to negotiate better rates. Please
review the following frequently asked questions about NOPEC.
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How do I know who my current supplier is, and if I am currently enrolled in NOPEC? Your natural gas
supplier is listed on your monthly bill. If you are currently enrolled in NOPEC, your supplier will be stated as “Dominion Energy Solutions (NOPEC).
Why do I occasionally get “opt-out” letters from NOPEC? By law, NOPEC is required to send an opt-out
letter, every two years, to give each member the opportunity to opt-out of NOPEC.
If I am currently a NOPEC member and I would like to remain a member, what do I need to do? Nothing. If you are currently a NOPEC member, you will remain a member unless you notify NOPEC that you
wish to opt out.
As a resident of Highland Heights, what recommendations does the city have regarding my choice of
natural gas suppliers? The City of Highland Hts. cannot make any recommendations regarding individual decisions regarding the selection of a natural gas supplier. Each resident should look at their own
usage needs and individual budget to determine the best choice in a natural gas supplier. Please call
NOPEC at 1-855-667-3201 if you have any questions about the NOPEC program, or how to compare rates
of various suppliers. They are available to answer your questions 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
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Highland Heights 2015-2016 Calendar of Events
Oct. 5 - Dec. 18
Curbside Leaf Collection Program
October 7
HHGTF Meeting - Community Center 7:00 p.m.
October 12
Flu Shot Clinic - Community Center 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
October 14
Highland Hts. Garden Club - Community Center 6:30 p.m.
October 17
Lions Club Sweetest Day Rose Sale
October 17
Children’s Halloween Party - Community Park - Barn Pavilion 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
October 31
Community Door-to-Door Trick or Treating - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
November 1
Daylight Savings Time Ends - 2:00 a.m. - Turn your clocks back one hour.
November 3
Election Day - 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m.
November 3
Highland Hts. Garden Club Herb/Craft Sale - Community Center 6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
November 4
HHGTF Meeting - Community Center 7:00 p.m.
November 7
HHGTF Greening your Holidays Gift Fair - Community Center 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
November 9
Flu Shot Clinic - Community Center 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
November 11
Highland Hts. Garden Club - Community Center 6:30 p.m.
November 14
Community Partnership on Aging 5 Alarm Chili Cook-off - S. Euclid Community Ctr 11:00 a.m.
November 14
CPR/AED Class - Fire Dept. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
November 17
Highland Hts. 50+ Club Thanksgiving Dinner - Community Center 1:00 p.m.
November 26-27
Thanksgiving Holiday - City Hall Offices Closed
December 2
Commission on Aging Annual Holiday Party - Community Center 12:00 - 2:30 p.m.
December 5
Holiday Lighting Ceremony and Children’s Party - Municipal Complex 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
December 9
Highland Hts. Garden Club - Community Center 6:30 p.m.
December 15
Highland Hts. 50+ Club Christmas Party - Community Center 1:00 p.m.
December 24-25
Christmas Holiday - City Hall Offices Closed
January 1
New Year’s Day - City Hall Offices Closed
January 18
Martin Luther King Day - City Hall Offices Closed
Feb. 18 - Apr. 7
AARP Tax Program - Community Center (Thursdays only)
For detailed information and registration forms for any of the events, please visit our website at www.highlandhts.com.
THE HIGHLAND HEIGHTS COMMISSION ON AGING INVITES ALL SENIORS
to the
ANNUAL HOLIDAY GET-TOGETHER
Wednesday, December 2 , 2015
12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Lunch served at 1:15) at the Highland Hts. Community Center
COST: $5.00 PER PERSON - RESERVATIONS REQUIRED - Call Mary at 440-461-2440 X147
ENTERTAINMENT - A DELICIOUS LUNCH - TREATS - DOOR PRIZES
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City of Highland Heights
2015 City Roster
Mayor Scott E. Coleman
440-461-2440
Marlene Kole, Executive Assistant 440-461-2440
scoleman@highlandhts.com
mkole@highlandhts.com
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES
2015 MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
President Cathy S. Murphy, Ward 1 440-442-0377
Leo R. Lombardo, Ward 2
440-449-2881
Robert Mastrangelo, Ward 3
440-442-2854
Ann M. D’Amico, Ward 4
440-461-4224
Chuck Brunello, Jr., At Large
440-567-7771
Edwin V. Hargate, At Large
440-473-5476
Lisa Marie Stickan, At Large
440-759-1106
Regina Cahill, Clerk of Council
440-461-2440
cmurphy@highlandhts.com
llombardo@highlandhts.com
rmastrangelo@highlandhts.com
adamico@highlandhts.com
cbrunello@highlandhts.com
ehargate@highlandhts.com
lstickan@highlandhts.com
rcahill@highlandhts.com
CITY OFFICIALS
Building Comm. Dale Grabfelder
City Engineer Brian Mader
Community Ctr. Coord. Gina Bissell
Finance Director Joseph Filippo
Fire Chief William Turner
Law Director Tim Paluf
Police Chief James Cook
Prosecutor Dan Taylor
Recreation Director David Ianiro
Senior Coordinator Mary Velotta
Service Director Thom Evans
440-442-7403
216-731-6255
440-461-2440
440-442-7404
440-442-7406
216-696-9555
440-442-8825
216-241-1400
440-461-2440
440-461-2440
440-461-7266
dgrabfelder@highlandhts.com
bmader@highlandhts.com
gbissell@highlandhts.com
jfilippo@highlandhts.com
wmturner@highlandhtsfire.com
tpaluf@highlandhts.com
hhpolice@highlandhts.com
dnlwtaylor@yahoo.com
coachI1212@aol.com
mvelotta@highlandhts.com
tevans@highlandhts.com
Highland Heights Community Pool
440-442-2423 5905 Wilson Mills Road
216-291-3902
440-442-8781
440-473-1175
440-461-4190
440-646-9820
440-473-3484
216-381-1700
MISCELLANEOUS PHONE NUMBERS
Cleveland Division of Water
Cuyahoga County Auditor
Cuyahoga County Board of Elections
Cuyahoga County Board of Health
Cuyahoga County Court House (Marriage Licenses)
Cuyahoga County Mayfield Public Library
Cuyahoga County Sanitary Engineering (plugged sewers, dye tests)
Dominion East Ohio Gas
First Energy
To Report a Power Outage
Kimble Refuse Trash Pick Up
Lyndhurst Municipal Court, 5301 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Board of Education District #1819
Richmond Heights Post Office
Safety and Service
Lisa Stickan, Chairperson
Leo Lombardo
Bob Mastrangelo
Drainage
Ann D’Amico, Chairperson
Ed Hargate
Lisa Stickan
City Council Meeting Schedule
2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 8:00 p.m.
For utility rate information
Call PUCO at (800) 686-7826
For NOPEC information on
Electricity, call 1-800-292-9284
Gas, call 1-888-848-7914
PUBLIC OFFICIALS
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Community Partnership on Aging, Stacey O’Brien
Highland Heights Commission on Aging, MaryJane Kogan
Highland Heights 50+ Club , Clarence Brichacek
Highland Heights Garden Club, Monica Rini
Highland Heights Green Task Force, Judy Dearden
Highland Heights Lion's Club, President Frank Skala
Hillcrest Rotary
Legislative and Finance
Leo Lombardo, Chairman
Chuck Brunello
Cathy Murphy
216-664-3060
216-443-7010
216-443-3200
216-201-2000
216-443-8922
440-473-0350
216-443-8201
800-362-7557
800-589-3101
888-LIGHTSS
800-201-0005
440-461-6500
440-995-7200
800-275-8777
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CENTER - The community center has two rooms
with an adjoining kitchen available to rent for your parties or meetings. Please call Gina
Bissell at 440-461-2440, ext. 149 or e-mail gbissell@highlandhts.com for more information. You can also find more information on room rentals at www.highlandhts.com.
US Representative District 14
David P. Joyce
1 Victoria Place, Room 320
Painesville, Ohio 44077
(440) 352-3939
Email: www.house.gov/writerep
US Senator Rob Portman
448 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington DC 20510
(202) 224-3353
US Senator Sherrod Brown
713 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington DC 20510
(202) 224-2315
State Senator District 24
Tom Patton
Senate Building-1st Floor
1 Capitol Square
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 466-8056
State Representative 6th District
Marlene Anielski
77 S. High Street, 12th floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 644-6041
Email: rep06@ohiohouse.gov
5827 Highland Road, Highland Hts., Ohio 44143 Phone 440-461-2440, Fax 440-461-9062, Web: www.highlandhts.com
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5827 Highland Road, Highland Hts., OH 44143 Phone 440-461-2440, Fax 440-461-9062, Web: www.highlandhts.com