June 2026

CITY OF FAIRVIEW PARK

MAIN STREET CONNECTION

Greetings!

The changing of the seasons is beautiful. As we move beyond spring, we'll be entering Construction Season, where the blooming of orange barrels spreads across the land. 

In all seriousness, there's much going on. Repaving on the northern stretch of West 210 Street starts now. Please be aware of the detours detailed further in this newsletter, our website, and social media. Leave for work earlier if you can because there will be delays.

The waterline project on West 223 Street also continues, with some heavy dig work bleeding onto Lorain Road. Read on for updates on other projects.

In other news, the vote to exercise the option to buy property for a new service garage failed, 5 to 2. Thank you to the two Councilmembers who bet on the future. The purchase would have been funded entirely from a grant, and the new, very needed buildings would have been built over time without increasing taxes, to the benefit of all residents. Proper facilities for our Service Department members and physical assets will have to wait while we consider other, likely more expensive, options.

As a mayor of 17,000, my job is to make the hard choices and look to the future. If we are to reduce operational expenses, expand services, properly maintain our sewers, and give our employees something resembling a respectable work area, we cannot continue down the road we are on. I do not take my job for granted, and I will keep fighting for what's best.

Within the next month we'll start another conversation about hard choices, courage, and the responsibility of government. At the end of June, there will be a one of many presentations at City Council regarding something near and dear to us all - Storm Sewer Capacity Expansion. I encourage you to attend or watch from the stream from home, as we hear from the experts, and discuss again many of the themes highlighted earlier this year.

The pools open this month. If you, or a family member, want a summer job, we need lifeguards. The more the merrier. 

The Bain Cabin roof is about done. The contractor who did the work did an excellent job preserving this asset. We also had permanent holiday lights installed so as to remove the annual cost of rental and storage. Those cost savings will pay back the roof work in just a few years. While this was one step to re-opening the facility, sewer remediation work is ongoing, and will likely delay opening further. 

I have more to talk about, but newsletter blurbs can only be so long. I'll disseminate more info at Council this month.

Sincerely,

Mayor Bill Schneider

STATE OF THE COMMUNITY

Fairview Park residents are invited to the 2026 State of the Community Address on Wednesday, June 10, at the Gemini Center. Mayor Bill Schneider and Superintendent Keith Ahearn will update the community on the state of the City and the schools. Doors open at 6:30 PM and remarks beginning at 7:00 PM. All are welcome!

LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES

If you or someone you know could use a little extra support, local food pantries are here to help. These organizations provide essential groceries and household items to our community members in need.

Each organization operates independently, so we encourage residents to call ahead or visit their websites for current hours and eligibility requirements.

For more information on food pantries, meal programs, and other support services, please call United Way 2-1-1. Trained specialists can connect you with resources throughout Cuyahoga County.

OHIO ELECTRICITY PRICES

Click here for important information from NOPEC regarding the capacity charge increase and its impact on Ohio electricity prices.

Click here for important information from First Energy regarding the energy supply cost increase and what that means for you.

GEMINI CENTER UPDATE

Information regarding the Gemini Center Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Project is available on the City's website. This information will be updated monthly to keep residents informed on the progress of this project.

HERITAGE HOME PROGRAM AND THE HOUSING ENHANCEMENT LOAN PROGRAM

The Heritage Home Program (HHP), a program of the Cleveland Restoration Society, is operating in Fairview Park. The HHP previous loan product ended December 31, 2025. The HHP is working on a new loan offering and will post updates on their website when available. In the meantime, you can submit project estimates for review in preparation for the new loan product. All free technical assistance services remain available.



While there are some restrictions on qualifying projects, homeowners can use the loans for many projects, such as basement waterproofing. Please see the program website for details. 

There are additional programs already available for low cost financing through the County, such as the Housing Enhancement Loan Program (HELP). Eligible properties must have a property tax value under $250,000 to qualify. Click here for information.

SEWER INFORMATION

SEWER CLEANING

The Service Department uses sewer jets to clean catch basins, storm sewers and sanitary sewers in the City of Fairview Park, weather permitting.

Please click here for a report on what streets the sewer jets have been working to clean the sewers.

HOME VISITS

A very popular program, Home Flooding Visits, will continue. Residents that are interested in having the City Engineer visit their home to review best practices to help mitigate flooding should call 440-356-4411 to schedule your appointment. There are a limited amount of dates and times available in June.

CITY PROJECTS

Click here for information about the City projects listed below.

• Center Ridge Road
• West 210 Street Repaving
• West 220 Bridge over I-480
• 2025 Paving Program
• I-480 Sound Wall
• Thomas Lane Landscape
• Woodstock Avenue Sewer Replacement

• Stanford Avenue Sewer Project
• West 223 Street Project
• Belvidere Avenue Sewer Project
• Lorain Road
• Westwood Avenue

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Utility companies work year round on a variety of different projects through out the City and, unfortunately, the utility companies do not always inform the City about these projects.

The utility companies use colored flags that reflect the work being done. See the table below to learn what utility the different flags pertain to.

WASTE COLLECTION

SCHEDULE AND SERVICE GUIDE

Residents may place their garbage/recycle cans, yard waste, and bulk curbside beginning at 5:00 P.M. the day before the scheduled collection. Please have items out by 6:00 A.M. on collection day to guarantee collection.* Empty receptacles must be returned to storage no later than 6:00 P.M. the day after collection, and cannot be stored in a front yard or side yard visible from the street.

View the 2026 schedule for rubbish, recycling, bulk item, yard waste, leaf, and special recycling collections.

Click here for the Trash, Yard Waste, Recycling and Bulk Waste Service Guide provided by Republic Services.

*If your garbage/recycle cans were out prior to 6:00 A.M. on collection day and Republic Services did not collect your trash, please call Republic Services at 1-800-433-1309 to report the error.

IMPORTANT BULK AND YARD WASTE REMINDERS

• Yard waste and bulk items (maximum of 6 items per week) are collected every week.
• Mattresses and all upholstered furniture must be wrapped in plastic. (Bags for mattresses/furniture are available at Lowe's, Home Depot and on Amazon.)
• Carpet must be rolled and bonded in bundles not to exceed 3 feet in length and no heavier than 30 pounds.
• If you have room in your regular trash container, please place items (including bagged yard waste) in your regular trash container before setting them at the curb.
• Bags and cans for "Yard Waste" that are placed at the curb must not exceed 30 pounds.
• Branches and bushes must be cut and bundled not to exceed 3 feet in length and no heavier than 30 pounds. Republic Services will collected appropriately bundled branches/bushes on regular collection days. The City will no longer chip branches left on tree lawns. Residents must manage the disposal of their branches/bushes according to the regulations stated above.
• Tree root balls must be bagged and the bag must not exceed 30 pounds.
• Tires will no longer be picked up by the Service Department. For information on tire disposal, click here.
• The next Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Shredding Event will be on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9:00 A.M-12:00 P.M.
• To help keep your neighborhood clean, please bag all trash (not recyclables, which should not be bagged) before placing it in your cart. This prevents loose debris from escaping during collection.
• If you are unsure about what qualifies for bulk/yard waste collection, please call the customer service team at Republic Services at 216-441-6300.

NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

BeSMART for Kids, along with Superintendent Keith Ahearn, Mayor Bill Schneider, Police Chief Paul Shepard and Gilles-Sweet Principal Matt Krivak, urge parents and caregivers to practice responsible gun storage.

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teens.

Secure gun storage can save children’s lives by preventing unintentional shootings and gun suicides. Best practices include:

• Store guns unloaded, locked and separate from ammunition.
• All parents should ask about potential firearms in a home where their child(ren) may be spending time.

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Summer is coming and more people will be out on foot or bicycle enjoying the weather and our city. We need your help to keep everyone safe.

While driving, please slow down and obey the speed limits and traffic laws, eliminate distractions and focus on your driving. Buckle up! Seat belts are the best protection in a crash. Respect pedestrians and cyclists, obey traffic signals, and drive with courtesy.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy summer! 

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Congratulations to Michelle Dusek, Administrative Assistant to the Fire Department, for 40 years of service to the City of Fairview Park. Michelle was hired fulltime on June 2, 1986 and has worked in many departments over the years. She is a wealth of knowledge about the City and is always willing to lend a hand to her fellow employees. The City is fortunate to have such a dedicated employee!

EAT LOCAL

Please click here for a list of restaurants in Fairview Park.

Summer is right around the corner, and there is plenty happening with the Fairview Park Recreation Department. Baseball season is in full swing, summer camps are getting underway, and families are already enjoying time at the Morton Splash Pad.

We are excited to also celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Gemini Center indoor pools June 26-June 28.

Visit our website to find more information!

NEW HOURS AT THE GEMINI CENTER

Starting Monday, June 1, the Gemini Center will have new hours:

Monday–Friday: 5:30 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.

Saturday: 8:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Sunday: 8:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.

GEMINI CENTER MEMBERSHIP

MORTON PARK SPLASH PAD

2026 WAVE FEST

After much anticipation, we are excitedly planning our first inaugural Wave Fest to celebrate the grand opening of the Gemini Center pools. We are looking for community partners for this event. If interested, email megan.cooney@fairviewparkohio.gov for more information.

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SUMMER HOURS AT THE SENIOR CENTER

The Senior Center is open Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

GARDENING WITH THE MAYOR

The Fairview Park Garden Club presents a special gardening event with Mayor Bill Schneider at 10 A.M. on Friday,, June 12. All garden enthusiasts are welcome. Registration is required. Stop by the Senior Center or call 440-356-4437 to reserve your spot.

NATURE PAM PRESENTS "MAMMOTHS CAVE: HIDDEN WONDERS" |

Join us at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, June 26, to learn about Mammoth Cave, longest cave system in the world! Explore the formation of these caverns and uncover the rich history that has evolved within the cave. No registration is required. 

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION

Celebrate Juneteenth, a day of remembrance and tribute for the emancipation of enslaved people, at 12:00 P.M. on Friday, June 19. Enjoy fried chicken, potato salad, mac & cheese, fruit salad, and dessert. This event is FREE, but donations are welcome! Juneteenth Space will be limited, so RSVP by calling 440-356-4437 and help honor this important day in history with us. The event is generously sponsored by Aligned Health, Harmony Home Care, Brookdale Westlake Village, and Aristos Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

MEET THE GREEN TEAM

Meet the Fairview Park Green Team at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, June 5 and learn about its mission to improve the quality of life in Fairview Park through simple eco-friendly practices that can be done to build a green, safe, and sustainable community. No registration is required!

FATHER'S DAY BRUNCH

In honor of all our special parents, we would like to invite fathers, along with a guest, to a catered brunch at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, June 9. Aligned Health will sponsor the brunch. Stop by the Senior Center or call 440-356-4437 to reserve your spot.

VAN TRANSPORTATION

Click here for information regarding van transportation.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COALITION

IMMIGRANTS, PRIDE MONTH AND AMERICA250

The America250 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the chance to honor the full arc of American history.

During America250, the month of June highlights both LGBTQ Pride Month and National Immigrant Heritage Month. Both bear significance because America, without both communities, may not be the America we know of today.

In 1777, George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were well aware of the shortcomings of the ragtag Continental Army lacking uniform drill, modern tactics, and basic hygiene. While in France, Franklin recruited the German Baron Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben specifically to make the Continental Army a disciplined fighting force knowing that Von Steuben identified as gay. 

Given the conditions at Valley Forge, Washington cared about winning the Revolutionary War, not von Steuben's personal life. Von Steuben was also well received by the troops for his training techniques, camaraderie, and his care for their living conditions. His training manual, The Blue Book, remained the foundation for training the Continental and then US Army for the next 34 years.

The immigrant Von Steuben saw the colonies he fought for become a nation, became a US citizen, and lived on his estate at Remsen NY until his death in 1794.

Knowing our history, and those who made it, provides context to understand our contemporary life. Exploring our past and the diverse cultures that make up our past broadens our perspectives on daily life.

Information on Pride Month is available here. Information on the scores of immigrant communities that contribute to life in Greater Cleveland is available here and here.

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coalition meets at 6:30 P.M. on the first Wednesday of the month at City Hall in the Dunson Room. The next meeting is Wednesday, June 3. All are welcome!

BAIN PARK ARBORETUM

On Saturday, April 25, the Shade Tree Advisory Committee (STAC) held the Grand Opening of the Bain Park Arboretum. We had a fantastic turnout and gave away more than 50 trees to residents! Guests enjoyed Sauced Pizza and free lemonade, learned how to plant a tree and participated in a scavenger hunt! Congratulations to Cathy Morse, who completed the scavenger hunt and was the winner of a $250 gift card to Cahoon Nursery!

Bain Park Arboretum is a collaborative effort of STAC volunteers, city officials, and tree- loving residents. We want to thank Future Forests and resident Matt Misencik for volunteering their time to help with this project. 

The arboretum opening highlighted the first of 4 "phases" of the arboretum. Phase 1 includes the area around Bain Cabin. Selected trees in this area were labeled with common/botanical names of the tree species. Each tree label has a scannable QR code which links to a online database with information about the tree species. Phase 2 progresses this this summer and includes labeling trees along Coe Creek.

The area around the playground and the pavilion will be Phase 3, and Phase 4 will include the southern area of Bain Park between Eaton Road and Seabury Avenue. The hope and goal of the STAC is to encourage the community to get outdoors and learn more about our "unsung heroes" of Fairview Park, especially those trees in Bain Park. For more information, please email STAC.

The Shade Tree Advisory Committee holds public meetings on the second Thursday of every month. Please join us in the Dunson Room at City Hall for the next meeting Thursday, June 11, at 6:00 P.M.

BITS AND PIECES OF FAIRVIEW PARK HISTORY

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS HARDWARE STORE

Tracing Fairview Park History, Chris H. Gerrett

The building at 21430 Lorain Road was built in 1947 for Fairview Heights Hardware, a single-story brick building, 40' x 44' with a full basement, valued at $6,080.00. By the 1960s, a 40' x 41' addition had been added, and the hardware store was fully remodeled in 1968.  

When the land transitioned from John Sweet's farmland to the Morningside Park subdivision, development restrictions were put in place. The restrictions on this property's use included prohibitions against selling alcoholic beverages, operating a public garage, or engaging in manufacturing activities. The building was to be used solely for business purposes, and any construction plans had to be submitted to the president of S.H. Kleinman Realty for approval. No temporary structures of any kind were permitted, and there could be no nuisance signs erected on the premises. Additionally, the property could not be used in any manner that might endanger the health or disrupt the quiet of any holders of adjoining land.

At the grand opening of the hardware store, customers spending $1.00 or more had a chance to win a Philco Console Combination Radio. The store offered both standard household hardware and modern appliances, such as the automatic-defrosting Norge refrigerator. There were four registered master plumbers available, along with a complete service shop on wheels. Their motto was, "If we can't get it, we'll make it!" 

By 1951, the store also featured Frigidaire refrigerators, electrical appliances, lighting fixtures, plumbing supplies, and gardening tools. They also conveyed a friendly message to their customers: "If you can't stop, SMILE as you go by." 

GARDEN CLUB

MAY SHOWCASE GARDEN WINNERS

From May through September, a front-yard garden(s) will be recognized each month for enhancing the beauty and curb appeal of our community. Selections will reflect the unique character of each season — from spring blooms to fall texture — and will be chosen by members of our Showcase Garden committee.

Fairview Park Garden Club is proud to announce the May Showcase Garden Awards. Congratulations to our May Showcase Garden winners, and thank you for helping make Fairview Park beautiful!

MAY THEME - SPRING AWAKENING

4300 West 204 Street

This home features a magnificent 50-year-old rhododendron bursting with beautiful purple blooms that line the walkway to the front entrance. Its vibrant spring color perfectly captures the spirit of our May theme.

4268 West 217 Street

This garden is a wonderful example of a classic perennial landscape complemented by flowering shrubs that provide exceptional beauty during the month of May.

SPRING FUNDRAISER AT DEAN'S GREENHOUSE

And another opportunity to support the Fairview Park Garden Club this spring. 🌸 We’re excited to partner with Dean’s Greenhouse (3984 Porter Road, Westlake)!

Simply shop at Dean's Greenhouse and show the flyer below or mention the Fairview Park Garden Club BEFORE checkout from May 1 - June 25 and 20% of your purchase (before taxes) will be donated back to our club.

Your support helps us continue planting and maintaining the beautiful flowers along Lorain Road, City Hall, and the Lorain Road Bridge for everyone to enjoy all summer long.

Thank you for helping Fairview Park bloom! 🌷

The Garden Club meets most second Tuesdays of the month in the Dunson Community Room at City Hall at 6:30 P.M. to socialize and the meeting begins at 7:00 P.M. The next meeting is Tuesday, June 9. All are welcome. Garden Club updates and information can be found on the Garden Club's Facebook page.

GREEN TEAM

Looking to join a group of like-minded, eco-friendly people? Come see us in June!



• Friday, June 5 – Talk n’ Treat at the Senior Center from 1:00 P.M. - 2 :00 P.M.

• Wednesday, June 10 – State of the Community event at the Gemini Center at 7:00 P.M.

• Tuesday, June 16 – June Meeting with the latest updates on recycling in our city!

The Green Team accepts donations of scrap metal to recycle to fund our environmental projects. Old metal furniture, appliances, household items, car parts or building materials are all accepted, and we can pick them up from your house!  Contact us by phone (216-308-6407) or via email to arrange a time for pick up.

Green Team meetings are held at 6:30 P.M. on the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Dunson Room in City Hall. All are welcome! Follow us on Facebook for the latest news and tips on recycling and sustainability topics or visit our website.

FAIRVIEW PARK EDUCATION FOUNDATION GOLF OUTING

City of Fairview Park

440-333-2200

www.fairviewparkohio.gov