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From My Desk to Your In Box
May represents new beginnings and rejuvenation as the transition from spring to summer commences. The season is typically synonymous with flowers blossoming, pleasant weather, and families gathering in parks for picnics. It is also the time of year when walkers and bike riders increase on our streets, many of whom are children. Please be mindful as you dive around the city, especially at crosswalks, to ensure that children and adults can cross streets safely.
There are several key events this month, starting with the annual Shredding and Recycling Day this Saturday, May 4th, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the City Park parking lot off of Chelmsford. Please take a look at the details of the event and what will be accepted. Beautification Day follows on Saturday, May 11th. The event is open to families, church groups, local businesses, and students who need service hours. It is a great way to give back to our community. Euclid Creek Watershed is sponsoring the day and will give away 50 one-gallon trees for those who register. You can register for the event by contacting the Parks & Recreation Department at 440-442-2627. Lastly, the annual Memorial Day Service is on Monday, May 27th, at 10:00 a.m. Our keynote speaker will be Fr. Joseph Brankatelli, 20th Engineer Brigade Combat Airborne Corporal. I hope to see you as we honor those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom.
Perhaps the most special day in May is Mother's Day, celebrated on the 12th of this year. It is the day we show appreciation to all the moms, grandmas, and women we hold dear. We appreciate their love, care, and endless support with the hope that the day is just as special as they are to us.
Very truly yours,
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Anthony DiCicco, Mayor/Safety Director | |
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The following are employment opportunities available:
Communications Officer (Police and Fire Dispatch) - Full-Time
Custodial/Maintenance at the ACC (evenings and weekends) - Full-Time
Learn to Swim Director/Asst. Pool Manager - Seasonal
Auxiliary Police Officer
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Beautification Day - Working together to keep our city vibrant!
Let's come together to make a "clean sweep" across the city by picking up trash and performing general clean-up projects. The Mayfield Heights Beautification Day invites families, community groups, churches, local businesses, and teenagers who need to perform service hours to participate. Young children are welcome to attend, but a supervising adult must accompany them. At 11:30 AM, Euclid Creek Watershed will present the benefits of native trees and give away 50 one-gallon trees for participants to take home.
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Make an Impression - Commemorative Bricks & Benches
We all have someone or something worth remembering. The Mayfield Heights Parks & Recreation Department's Commemorative Bricks, Benches, and Park Table Program provides family members and friends with a means of recognizing loved ones, civic groups, or businesses. The commemorative program offers many opportunities to honor or memorialize the people you love, admire, and miss in your life by acknowledging a special birthday, a place of importance, or a life milestone.
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K-9th Grades (fall of 2024)
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Ages 8-17 Years
Dive Camp teaches kids how to dive, how to be competitive, and still have fun.
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Adult Afternoon Out Luncheon
May Time
Tuesday, MAY 14, 2024
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Aquatic & Community Center
The reservation deadline is May 11, 2024
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Outdoor Evening Pickleball
for 50+
Want to play after work? We have a program for you! Join us at the City Park Tennis Courts.
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Silver Shooters Bocce
for 60+
Play the great game of Bocce under our beautiful pavilion. After the game, we will provide a simple lunch and a drink.
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Citizens Fire Academy - Registration is open!
The Citizens Fire Academy provides a unique opportunity for individuals ages 21 or older to experience the organization and operations of the Mayfield Heights Fire Department. Participants will get a first-hand view of how the Department responds to emergency calls for fire or emergency medical services (EMS), and the education, planning, and training required for a successful emergency response. The Academy also teaches citizens about their role in community-oriented prevention and modern fire service and enables them to meet different members of the Department. Additionally, Fire Department members will teach participants the proficiencies and disciplines of fire department operations during the Academy.
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Reminder: No Spring Leaf Collection
Just a reminder that the Service Department does not collect leaves and branches in the spring. The service is provided in the fall only. Please place leaves and debris in trash bags and set the bags on the tree lawn on your regular trash pick-up day.
Chipper Truck Brush Collection Program Has Resumed
Please cut any branch limbs into four-foot pieces and neatly place them on your tree lawn. The chipper truck runs daily (weather permitting) and follows the trash collection route. If you require a more significant pick-up, contact the Service Department at 440+-442-2629 to schedule an appointment.
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2 Patrol Officer Positions Open - Civil Service Testing by National Testing Network
The MHPD currently has two patrol officer openings. The Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for both lateral entry and new officers through the National Testing Network. The deadline to complete the test and submit all required forms is May 27th, 2024. Good luck!
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MHPD Welcomes Four New Police Officers
On Wednesday, May 2, 2024, Mayor DicCicco swore in four new police officers to the MHPD: Sasha Cabrera, Stephen Vari, Gabe Liberaotore, and Austin Smith. All four officers stood out amongst the other candidates and will be an incredible asset to our community.
Welcome Madison Basak, MHPD LEADS/Communications Tech
Madi began employment with the department on April 29. She brings with her dispatching experience from a regional center. She also has a background in safety forces technical studies and participated in CATS Academy and Fire Explorers with our police and fire departments. Madi will be a great asset to the MHPD.
Citizens Academy
The Mayfield Heights Police Department's 2024 Citizens Police Academy is currently in full swing, with a class of 20 enthusiastic students who have been actively participating in the class since it began in early April. The MHPD is delighted to provide this opportunity for citizens to learn about the department and build relationships with our officers. By fostering a strong Police-Citizen partnership through initiatives like the CPA, Mayfield Heights is paving the way for a safer and more connected community.
No Parking on SOM Center Road
The MHPD continues to receive complaints regarding vehicles parking on SOM Center Road while waiting for Our Savior Lutheran Church's Food Bank to open. This has been an ongoing issue for years and a hazard for travelers in the area. Please note that for future infractions, the violators will be ticketed under Mayfield Codified Ordinance 151.03(n).
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Community Partnership on Aging
Please visit the CPA website for more information on programs or call 216.291.3902.
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May is Older American Month
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2024 theme is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. Connectedness supports independence and aging in place by combatting isolation, loneliness, and other issues.
Join us in promoting the benefits of connecting with others. Here are some ways you can participate:
- Learn about the mental, physical, and emotional health benefits of social connection and how it contributes to overall well-being.
- Connect older adults you know with Community Partnership on Aging which provides resources, such as transportation, programs, meals, and social work assistance, that can help them overcome obstacles to achieving or maintaining meaningful relationships.
- Challenge professional and personal networks to prioritize meaningful social connections and share the benefits.
For more information about CPA, check out www.communitypartnershiponaging.org or call 216-291-3902. The National Council on Aging (www.ncoa.org) and the Administration for Community Living (https:/acl.gov) are good resources for information about health and social connections.
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A Centenarian Celebration
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On Thursday, April 18, 2024, Mayor DiCicco issued a proclamation to Mayfield Heights resident Florence Dunlap for her 100th birthday. The centenarian celebration took place at Gates Mills Place with all of Florence's family. We wish Florence many more healthy and happy years! | |
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The Mayfield Historical Society holds monthly meetings at the Mayfield Village Community Room, 6621 Wilson Mills Road, on the second Wednesday at 7:00 pm. The meetings are free and open to the public. Refreshments are served after the program. If you need a ride to the meetings, call 440-487-3133.
Quilt raffle ticket stubs and money can begin to be turned in. The drawing will be held on May 13, 2024. This year's quilt is "Grandma's Garden," featured in the picture above.
Volunteers are needed for tour guides, research, light weeding, garden care, handyman skills, computer skills, quilting, sewing, etc. Please consider volunteering your time. For questions and opportunities regarding volunteering, please call and leave a message at the Historical Society at 440-461-0055.
We are training docents to help with the tours that the 3rd graders will take on May 14, 15, 23, 24, 29, and 30 this year. If you would like to learn a 6-minute talk about one of the 13 rooms in the historic house and can help us out on any of these dates, please call Nancy at 440-289-3698 to schedule a training session.
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