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Upcoming Events

MAY
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Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast May 27, 2013 8:30 am - 11:30 am
MAY
27
Memorial Day Parade May 27, 2013 9:00 am - 11:00 am
JUN
02
Shaker Symphony Orchestra Jun 2, 2013 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
JUN
15
Used Sports Equipment Sale Jun 15, 2013 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
AUG
17
Computer Round-Up Aug 17, 2013 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Departments 

HOMES & NEIGHBORHOODS

Building Department

  • Permits/inspections
  • New construction/renovation - residential/commercial
  • Home & Property Improvements
  • Construction Guidelines & Building Specifications
  • How to Hire a Contractor
  • Registered Contractors

Housing Inspection Department

  • Residential property inspections
  • Housing code compliance
  • Point of sale inspection/escrow requirements
  • Inspection guidelines: Forms & Permits
  • Five-Year Exterior Home Inspections

Neighborhood Revitalization Department

  • Neighborhoods
  • Building new homes
  • Acquiring City-owned vacant lots
  • Green Building
  • Incentive Programs

Planning Department

  • Preservation of homes/public spaces/ buildings
  • Strategic Planning:
    • Warrensville/Van Aken Redevelopment
    • Shaker Town Center Area Redevelopment
  • Boards/Commissions:
    • Architectural Board of Review
    • City Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals
    • Landmark Commission
  • Housing Programs
    • Technical and financial assistance for home repairs
    • Landlord resources

Economic Development Department

  • attracting viable businesses,
  • retaining and strengthening existing businesses, and
  • building community-based partnerships to connect commercial areas to the surrounding neighborhoods.

RECREATION & HEALTH

Health Department

  • Flu shots/immunizations/health advisories
  • Lead Poisoning Prevention
  • Emergency Preparedness

Recreation Department

  • Recreation classes
  • Thornton Park Recreational Facilities
    • Ice Arena, Swimming Pool Skateboard Park, Basketball, Volleyball and Tennis Courts
  • School Age Care
  • Services for Senior Adults

SAFETY & PUBLIC WORKS

Police Department

  • Crime Prevention
  • Registrations & Permits (registered snow plow operators)
  • Citizens Police Academy and Alumni Association
  • Police Partners Program

Fire Department

  • Firefighting
  • Emergency medical service
  • Life safety
  • Fire Prevention

Public Works Department

  • Maintenance/repair services public land/buildings
  • Garbage/leaf/snow collection
  • Recycling

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Communications & Outreach Department

  • Promotion of Shaker to attract and retain residents
  • Shaker Life magazine
  • Email subscription sign-up

Human Resources Department

  • Employment opportunities/applications
  • Risk Management

Finance Department

  • Budget management
  • Purchasing
  • Accounts Payable

Law Department

  • Legal services
  • Ordinances, resolutions, contracts
  • Fair Housing
  • Foreclosure Resources

In compliance with Ohio Revised Code § 149.43 and the Ohio Sunshine Laws, the City of Shaker Heights allows for prompt inspection of its public records or provides copies of its public records within a reasonable period of time. Public records are available for inspection during regular business hours. Please contact the Public Records Manager for the City department that most likely retains your particular record.

Shaker Heights Latest

Shaker Heights Arts & Music Festival Returns June 22 & 23

May 6, 2013 - Now in its fourth year, the Shaker Heights Arts & Music Festival on Saturday and Sunday, June 22 and 23, promises to deliver a weekend packed with great food from local vendors, a juried art show, phenomenal musical entertainment and activities for children. Free admission. Farnsleigh Road will be closed to through traffic from Thursday, June 20 through Sunday, June 23.

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Shaker Heights Landmark Commission Announces First Annual Preservation Month Photo Contest

May 3, 2013 - The Shaker Heights Landmark Commission invites you to capture what you love about Shaker Heights in the first annual Preservation Month Photo Contest. The contest was created in honor of National Preservation Month, which is celebrated each May by preservation organizations across the country.

The Landmark Commission formally recognizes the City’s historic places through the designation of landmarks and the annual Preservation Awards program. Celebrate your favorite historic places in Shaker.

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Recreation Improvements Close Facilities

May 3, 2013 - The following facilities will be closed for improvements:

Around the World Playground, located adjacent to the Shaker Heights Main Library, is closed April 29 through May 24 for removal and replacement of the rubber safety surface.

Sussex Tennis Courts, located on the grounds of the Shaker Family Center, are closed May 3 through May 10 for relining and color coating of the surface.

Meet the New Owners of Shaker Town Center

April 17, 2013 - The Lomond Association is sponsoring a meeting with representatives of Katz Properties, new owners of Shaker Town Center, to discuss the future of the shopping center:

Thursday, April 25; 7-9 pm
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building
3450 Lee Road, Shaker Heights

Open to the public

Shaker Starbucks Seeks to Stay in Van Aken District

April 11,2013 - Starbucks and the City of Shaker Heights are working together to keep the Shaker Starbucks open until construction begins in the Van Aken District in January 2014. Starbucks is actively looking for a new location in the District which will provide an even better experience for the Shaker Heights community.