Shaker, County to Accept Storefront Rebate Applications

Program will grant up to 30 percent back on projects up to $38,000

Facebook Responses to Shaker Vacancies

The city's Facebook fans had plenty of ideas and opinions on what do at Shaker Plaza on Van Aken Boulevard

Board of Elections Looking to Hire 6,000 Poll Workers

Poll workers receive about $172 for their service

Shaker Heights Police Chief Clears Air About Department: Letter to the Editor

In response to a resident's letter, Shaker Heights Police Chief D. Scott Lee gives the department's side of a couple issues Angela Marino previously discussed

Former Shaker Heights Mayor Patricia Mearns' Legacy Honored at Funeral

The service at Our Lady of Peace Church featured commentary about her caring nature

Shaker Heights Safety Forces Misused a Week After Issue 1 Passage: Letter to the Editor

Shaker Heights resident Angela Marino writes about an incident she believes exemplifies what's wrong with the police department and city government following the passage of Issue 1

City Officials Remember Former Shaker Heights Mayor Patricia Mearns

Former mayor's funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Church

Taxes from Increase to be Withheld Beginning in October

Shaker Heights Finance Director Bob Baker says those who work in the city will notice more taxes taken from paychecks in pay period that includes Oct. 1

Shaker Heights Taxpayer Union Reacts to Issue 1 Passage

Mark Zetzer says group will remain to educate residents on how government can cut costs

Shaker Heights Chamber of Commerce President Reacts to Issue 1 Passage

Shaker Chamber President Debra Hegler sent a statement to Patch about the income tax increase passage

WATCH: Shaker Heights Mayor Earl Leiken Speaks About Issue 1 Passage

The mayor speaks at his watch party after voters approve the city's 0.5 percent income tax increase

Shaker Heights Voters Approve Income Tax Increase

Issue 1 passes with 64 percent of the vote.

Mayor Leiken Comments on Approval of Issue One

Read the email Leiken sent to residents, community members just moments after Issue 1's passing.

Mayor Reacts: Issue 1 Passes by Wide Margin (Updated at 9:23 p.m.)

Real-time results from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

ELECTION DAY: SHTU President Covets Swing Votes as Election Day Winds Down

Shaker Heights Taxpayers Union President Mark Zetzer tries to convert "traditional voters" as people hit the polls after work.

ELECTION DAY: Former Shaker Councilman Displeased with Voter Turnout

Al Foster Sr. remains hopeful but knows the city is in for a fight

Polling Coordinators Report 'Steady' Voter Turnout So Far

Turnout has been steady, but opinions on Issue 1 are split down the middle

ELECTION DAY: Voters Appear Split on Issue 1 By Midday

Voters at Mercer and Shaker Middle School find reasons to support and strike down the income tax increase

ELECTION DAY: Everything Shaker Residents Need to Know

Polling locations, election coverage and more

Shaker Heights Among Suburbs to Receive Money to Raze Blighted Homes

Shaker Heights is among 12 suburbs that received a total of $1 million to tackle problem buildings.

Find Your Voting Location for the Election Tuesday in Shaker Heights

Residents will vote at one of eight locations throughout the city

Vote for Shaker's Future Group, Mayor Leiken to Host Thursday Telephone Town Hall

Find out how to be part of an opportunity to ask Mayor Leiken questions about the income tax vote

LISTEN: Shaker Heights Mayor Earl Leiken, Taxpayers Union Head Appear on WCPN

Listen to the show here and let us know your thoughts

TODAY: Shaker Heights Mayor Earl Leiken, Taxpayers Union President to Appear on NPR

Radio will be the forum for the two to voice opinions on the Aug. 7 income tax vote

Shaker Heights Updates Law Language

City Council passes ordinance keeping laws in accord with changes at the state level

POLL: Which Side Makes Better Case for Shaker's Finances?

City officials and Shaker Heights Taxpayers Union issued statements on whether the city needs an income tax increase. Which side makes a better case?

Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Shaker Heights Taxpayers Union

Group is seeking damages from the city for its legal fees

Shaker Heights to Launch Online Recreation Registration

Residents can purchase class spaces and view availability

City Council Approves $40,000 Grant for Juma Gallery

The grant will help Erica Weiss open gallery and boutique on Chagrin Boulevard

Mayor Leiken: Letter Not Intended As Threat

The mayor responded to some residents' claims that the layoffs and department cuts are scare tactics

Shaker Heights Sets Dates for Cuts, Layoffs If Increase Fails

The city has established a schedule for layoffs and cuts if residents do not approve the income tax increase

Mayor Leiken Writes Letter On Cuts To Be Made If Tax Vote Fails

Leiken lists $6 million in cuts that would be made if voters don't pass Aug. 7 measure

Shaker Heights Allows Taxpayers Union to Use Logo

Group previously filed a lawsuit against the city for unconstitutionally trying to quiet its campaign against the Aug. 7 income tax

REMEMBER: Lee-Shaker Rapid Crossing Closed for 15 Days

Closure is part of RTA's Lee Road Grade Crossing Reconstruction

Shaker Heights Taxpayers Union Sues City

With help of 1851 Center, SHTU seeks injunction against what it believes are threats and unconstitutional restrictions

Shaker Heights Mayor Earl Leiken Discusses Life Without a Tax Increase

Leiken says layoffs, department cuts likely if voters don't approve the increase on Aug. 7

Mayor Earl Leiken Asks Sussex Residents to Support Tax Increase

The mayor spoke at a Sussex Community Association meeting Wednesday

Mayor Earl Leiken to Discuss Tax Increase Tonight at Sussex Association Meeting

The mayor will field questions on the income tax increase vote scheduled for Aug. 7

Shaker Heights Approves Public Works Union Agreement

City won't lay workers off for three years if voters approve income tax increase

Shaker Heights Officials Voice Displeasure With Fireworks Fights

Mayor Earl Leiken said the city will develop a plan to improve safety at next year's event