Woodlands Moving Forward; Burger Fresh Opening; and a Strange Traffic Stop: Week in Review

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

Brecksville Charter Review Commission Eyeing a Few Changes

The final two meetings are slated at 10 a.m. May 11 and 7 p.m. May 29.

Woodlands of Snowville Project Gets the Green Light

Plans are to build 55 homes — in the first phases — on a large plot of land off of Snowville Road.

WANTED: Nominations for Beautiful Brecksville Properties

Open to any attractive properties in Brecksville and may include residences, churches, businesses and entrances to commercial or residential properties.

‘Shred Your Documents Day’ Slated in Brecksville

The event is set to take place in the municipal lot near the fire station and the service garage, from from 9 a.m. until noon on May 11.

Woodlands of Snowville Proposal Back on the Table?

The city’s planning commission is reviewing the proposal.

Fatal Crash on I-77; Foreclosures Up in Brecksville; and a 3-Car Pile-up at McDonald’s

Did you miss anything around town during the past week? Here’s your opportunity to get caught up.

Got Drugs? Brecksville Police Department is Collecting Them

The police department, along with the school district’s Community Awareness and prevention Association, are hosting Operation Medicine Cabinet in an effort to collect unused or expired prescription drugs.

Bakery Truck Crashes; Donkeys Chasing a Dog; and $2 Million in Water Line Repairs Slated: Week in Review

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

Rob Portman's 'No' Vote, Weight Loss Pills & Political Promises: Blogs on Patch

Several Patch blogs got you talking this week. We gathered the conversation starters, in case you missed 'em.

City Council Honors Brecksville Leaders Vadini, Broughton

Council unanimously approved two separate measures giving a nod to the community leaders.

$2 Million in Culvert, Storm-Water Line Repairs Coming This Summer

In an attempt to alleviate some of the flooding issues around the city, Brecksville officials are set to begin several projects around the city.

Tax Filing Errors Set Brecksville Back $130,000

Two filing errors — both made by the businesses — were discovered by a recent state audit, and now the city's required pay up.

VA Update; Drop in Enrollment; Road Projects Planned: Week in Review

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

Development Plans for the Abandoned Veterans Hospital Still on Hold

The 100-acre property has been vacant for a few years. Right now, city officials are just waiting for an update from the federal government so that the 100-acre property can be developed.

Patton Pushes Transit Worker Assault Bill

If approved, assaulting an Ohio transit worker could mean felony charges, a fine and transportation ban.

Brecksville Election Guide for May 7, 2013

The candidates, voting information and issues that will affect Brecksville on Election Day.

City Offering Free Mulch to Brecksville Residents

People are welcome to help themselves to the wood chips while supplies last.

Several Road Projects Slated for Brecksville This Summer

Here’s a quick look at some of the major repaving and concrete projects the city will be taking on.

Man Faces Marijuana Charge Following Traffic Stop

The following information was supplied by the Brecksville Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

Rep. Renacci Opts to Stay out of Local Strikes

U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci has not taken public stance on a local teachers strike while Sen. Sherrod Brown has.

Government Spending, Zoning Changes Among Topics of Charter Review

Miss any of the meetings? There are still a few more slated.

Legendary Football Coach Remembered; Marijuana Bust; and Wood Pick-Up Week Set

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

Fifth Brecksville Bomb Plot Suspect ‘Competent’ for Court

While the first four suspects have all been found guilty and sentenced, the Joshua Stafford case has been held up because of "psychiatric" issues.

City’s Wood-Chipper Set to Make the Rounds in Brecksville

Following the extensive damage to trees from Hurricane Sandy, the city is expecting more limbs than ever.

City Plans to Buy Tree Canopies With Grant

Brecksville secured a $7,800 grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Brecksville Considers Widening State Route 82

But don’t get too excited just yet. City council just learned about the project, which wouldn’t likely break ground for another four years.

Kay Broughton, Former Brecksville City Councilwoman, Dies at 89

In addition to a number of accomplishments, she was also the first female president of the Brecksville City Council.

Brecksville Ready for a New Police Station

Construction could begin on a new police station this year.

Week in Review: Red Brick Store Opens; Lottery Tickets Stolen; and New Service Building Coming This Year

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

Red Brick Store is Back in Business on Brecksville Road

The building had been closed since August when a car crashed into the 150-year-old structure.

Brecksville Stats Available on Detailed New York Times Census Map

Browse local data from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey in a New York Times widget.

Construction of the New Service Department Building to Begin This Year

The city has allocated an estimated $1.2 million in this year’s budget for the new facility.

Week in Review: Man Rear-Ends Police Car; Waterpark Considered; and New Police Station Eyed

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

Brecksville City Council OK’s 6 New Police Cars

City officials “not overly happy” with the Dodge Chargers puchased last year. Council OK’s $139,050, but the other cars will be sold soon.

Brecksville Considering a New Waterpark

City council OK’s study to examine the idea.

City Council OKs Opening Community Center to ‘Corporate Memberships’

Mayor Jerry Hruby said that the program could be used as a tool for economic development.

City Looks to Break Ground on Horticulture Building Next Year

Mayor Jerry Hruby said that a new, $800,000 horticulture building is expected to begin next year, as part of the Stadium Drive master plan.

Brecksville Earns Share of Green Grants

The recycling grants were created by the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District to help promote and expand recycling in the county.

Five Questions With Mayor Jerry Hruby

Did you know that he’s a huge Walt Disney fan? Or that he’s an avid historian?