Brecksville to Share Building Department With Independence

The cities inked a cooperative agreement, and Brecksville City Council ratified the measure on Tuesday.

Work on Route 82 Wrapping Up

City officials had hoped to have to have the closure wrapped up by the time school buses began routes. Done and done.

State Route 82 Reopens to Traffic

Traffic may be reduced to a single lane in each direction at times for continued work.

Work on New Police Station Could Begin This Fall

At its recent meeting, city council learned that work on the new police station could begin soon.

Work Set to Begin on Highland Drive Elementary Baseball Field

The school board recently gave a thumbs-up on an agreement that will allow the city to lease the land and maintain the baseball field.

Construction That Has Closed Route 82 Is On Schedule

The stretch of road is expected to reopen Aug. 13, just in time for school.

Plans for Woodlands of Snowville Subdivision Moving Forward

The city’s planning commission approved the first couple phases of the project in May. And on Tuesday, the plan took another step with council’s approval.

Brecksville Looks to Remove 249 Ash Trees

Brecksville City Council authorized the city to apply for a $33,485 grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to help pay for the removal of “dead or dying” ash trees.

Five Ways Brecksville is Working to Improve Flooding Issues

Things have certainly gotten better in Brecksville, and signs point to continued improvement.

City of Brecksville Recommends Variable Natural Gas Rate

City also addresses “incessant daily phone calls” from companies selling natural gas.

Should Sharpshooters Control Deer Population in Cuyahoga Valley National Park?

State Route 82 Detour Might Be Quicker Than You Think

The stretch of road is expected to reopen Aug. 13 — just in time for school.

State Route 82 Closed For Two Weeks, Starting Today

Looking for a detour? We’ve got you covered.

Brecksville Getting Ready for New Police Station

At its recent meeting, city council’s building and grounds committee discussed moving forward with a request for proposals for architects for the new police station.

How Does Brecksville Stack Up in Cuyahoga County for Recycling?

Use our searchable database to find out how well your city takes out the garbage.

Cleveland Metroparks Placing Levy on November Ballot

Passage will provide 62 percent of operating funds for Cleveland Metroparks, including the zoo.

Charter Review Commission Recommends Eight Changes

Voters to decide whether to approve the proposed changes on Nov. 5.

Brecksville Police Department Buying Tasers

Each Taser is equipped with a small video camera that begins rolling as soon as the unit is deployed from its holster.

Route 82 to Close for Two Weeks, Starting July 29

The road is expected to reopen Aug. 13, just in time for school.

City OKs $20,000 Grant for CAPA

Brecksville City Council recently approved a $20,000 grant for the Community Awareness and Prevention Association for the 2012-13 fiscal year.

New Brecksville Subdivision Plans Move Forward

Hidden Hills will have 46 new single-family homes

Plan to Close Route 82 for Repairs is Delayed

The city is expected to have an answer this week as to when the closure — and the project — could begin.

Council OK’s Zoning Change at Blossom Hill

Although the zoning change would give the “Office Building” zoning distinction to the property, the council measure is considered a sort of “housekeeping” issue.

Pro-Choice, -Life Ohioans Talking about Ohio Budget with New Abortion Restrictions

Doctors must now give women seeking abortions information on adoptions and alternative family planning options.

Route 82 Named After Fallen Brecksville Marine

DOMA Ruling Declares Gay Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

Supreme Court rules that Defense of Marriage Act, which bans same-sex couples from marrying, is unconstitutional.

Residents Tweet About the Supreme Court's Ruling on Defense of Marriage Act

In a 5-4 decision by the Supreme Court, DOMA has been deemed unconstitutional.

Council to Consider ‘Overlay’ Zoning Change at Blossom Hill

Although the zoning change would give the “Office Building” zoning distinction to the property, the council measure is considered a sort of housekeeping issue.

Is West Nile Virus Coming to Cuyahoga County?

Patch offers mosquito prevention tips, and the map below shows the number of West Nile cases last summer.

Is West Nile Virus Coming to Cuyahoga County?

Patch offers mosquito prevention tips, and the map below shows the number of West Nile cases last summer.

Cuyahoga County Offers Free Mosquito Control

Proactive Measure Against West Nile Virus

Brecksville Wraps Up Salt Deal for Winter

City council recently OK'd an agreement with Cargill to pay $45.38 per ton of sodium chloride for this winter.

Huge Pot Bust; Bees Donate Hair; Zoning Change Eyed: Week in Review

Did you miss anything in Brecksville this week? Here’s your chance to catch up.

Road Construction to Close Route 82 for Two Weeks

The project is expected to begin in July, after Home Days. However, no firm date has been set.

Zoning Change Eyed at Blossom Hill Property

City council weighs measure that would “overlay” an additional zoning distinction to the city-owned property on Oakes Road.

Brecksville Commission Eyes Eight Changes to Charter

The two final meetings are slated for June 11 and June 20.

The Summer 2013 Brecksville Bulletin is Now Online

Read the city's updates, including local Memorial Day activities, recent deaths and notes from the Mayor and Council

Brecksville Eyes Tax Restructuring Proposal

Residents employed in other towns would pay an additional .25 percent to Brecksville. But before city council decides, city officials are looking for some input from residents.

Charter Review Commission Considers a Dozen Changes

The commission's final meeting is slated for 7 p.m. May 29. Like all the other meetings, it is open to the public.

New Wine Bar to Open; School Levy Passes: Week in Review

Here’s a highlight of the top stories from around Brecksville during the past week.