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  1. IMG_5004

    Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Westlake 2023

    The City of Westlake celebrated the crowning of Mr. & Mrs. Westlake 2023 by the Town Criers during the City's Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, Sunday, December 4, 2022 at Westlake City Hall. Read on...
  2. IMG_7924

    Westlake's New Fire Chief

    New Westlake Fire Chief Sworn in Read on...
  3. Mayor Inal Cairns Chief

    Two new patrol officers join Westlake Police Department

    The Westlake Police Department welcomed Ptl. Douglas Cairns and Ptl. Nathanial Inal to the force on Monday, Oct. 10, in a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall. Read on...
  4. September-October Mayor&#39s Newsletter cover photo

    September-October 2022 Mayor's Newsletter

    The September-October 2022 edition of the Westlake Mayor's Newsletter is available online in PDF form by clicking this link. Included in this edition are photos of the new accessible playground at Clague Park, Westlake in Bloom winners and more! Read on...
  5. Dover Center Map - Betterment Project - Westown to Center Ridge

    Dunford Betterment Project Update: Sept. 2, 2022

    After Labor Day, Columbia Gas crews will be installing roughly 1,350 feet of new pipe serving 22 residences/properties on Dover Center Road between Westown Blvd. and Center Ridge Road. Read on...
  6. Memorial Tree of Life - Eagle Schout Paul Palmer Jr. III and Mayor Dennis M. Clough

    Local Eagle Scout creates Memorial Tree of Life

    Eagle Scout and former Youth Advisory Board member Paul Palmer Jr. III worked with the Community Services Department to create a new way for patrons to memorialize lost loved ones. Read on...
  7. Fire Fighter Grealis

    Westlake mourns retired firefighter Patrick Grealis

    The City of Westlake sends its sincerest condolences to the family and friends of retired firefighter Patrick Grealis, who passed away Aug. 20, 2022. Grealis spent 25 years with the City before his retirement in March 2021. Read on...
  8. Gayle Hill and Mayor

    Westlake bids 'bittersweet' farewell to Gayle Hill

    The City of Westlake celebrated the retirement of longtime Administrative Assistant & Cemetery Administrator Gayle Hill on Aug. 8 at City Hall. She spent more than 21 years with the City. Read on...
  9. Posante with Mayor Clough and Chief Bielozer

    Westlake Police welcome Officer Andrew Posante

    The City of Westlake welcomed Office Andrew Posante as the newest member of the Westlake Police Department with a swearing in ceremony at City Hall on Aug. 4, 2022. Read on...
  10. Group photo with Mayor Clough, Acting Chief Mike Freeman, Captain Doug Vasi, Koneval and Plocica

    Westlake welcomes two new firefighter/paramedics

    The Westlake Fire Department welcomed two new firefighter/paramedics, Jake Koneval and Jacob Plocica, to the City of Westlake with a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall on July 13. Read on...
  11. Clague Playground Ribbon-Cutting Photo 2

    Accessible playground now open at Clague Park

    Westlake Mayor Dennis M. Clough and Recreation Director Paula Horner cut the ceremonial ribbon officially opening the new accessible playground at Clague Park on July 4, 2022. The grounds are designed to accommodate children with special needs. Read on...
  12. Mayor and Giralso handshake

    Westlake Police welcome three new patrol officers

    Three new patrolmen officially joined the Westlake Police Department June 28. Alejandro Giraldo, Giovanni Santiago and Steve Barnie took the oath of office administered by Mayor Dennis M. Clough at Westlake City Hall. Read on...
  13. Scott Fortkamp and the Mayor  - retirment

    SRO Scott Fortkamp retires after 26 years

    The City of Westlake held a send-off last Friday for the founder of the WPD's School Resource Officer (SRO) Program, SRO Scott Fortkamp, who is retiring after 26 years with the department. Read on...
  14. Fire Chief Jim Hughes and Mayor Dennis Clough pose with a plaque honoring Hughes.

    Fire Chief Jim Hughes retires after 29 years

    Westlake Fire Chief Jim Hughes celebrated his retirement on June 8. Mayor Dennis M. Clough presented the outgoing chief with a Proclamation noting his 29 years with the City of Westlake. Read on...
  15. Memorial Day 22 - WPD Color Guard

    2022 Memorial Day Parade Recap

    Westlake residents lined Hilliard Boulevard under clear blue Spring sky for the City’s annual Memorial Day Parade and Service Ceremony, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Westlake. Read on...
  16. Evening Westlake State of the City 2022

    Evening State of the City 2022 (video)

    Westlake Mayor Dennis M. Clough delivered his 2022 State of the City address on May 10 at the Westlake Community Services Center. A recording is available on the City's website. Read on...
  17. DARE Graduation 2022 - student 4

    Congratulations to Westlake's 2022 D.A.R.E. graduates

    Members of the Westlake Police Department and Mayor Dennis M. Clough attended a graduation ceremony for students at Dover Intermediate School who completed the school's D.A.R.E. program. Read on...
  18. May-June Newsletter 2022 Cover

    May-June Mayor's Newsletter

    The May-June 2022 edition of the Mayor's Newsletter is now available online. Simply click this link to be directed to the PDF version. Additional Info...
  19. Tree Poster Contest Winners 2022

    Westlake celebrates Arbor Day with awards ceremony, tree planting

    The City of Westlake commemorated the 150th Anniversary of Arbor Day and its 31st year recognized as a Tree City USA with a planting ceremony at Dover Intermediate School. Read on...
  20. Over 90 - Mayor and attendees

    Community Services hosts Over 90 Birthday Party

    The Westlake Community Services Center played host to the special birthday luncheon on April 28 for Westlake residents who have reached 90+ years old and live independently. Read on...
  21. Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Sholtis with Mayor Clough, Chief Jim Hughes and Assistant Chief Mike Free

    Westlake welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Sholtis

    The City of Westlake welcomed another new member of the City's Fire Department on April 24. Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Sholtis comes to Westlake with more than seven years of experience. Read on...
  22. Mayor Dennis Clough and 2022 Chamber Members

    Watch the 2022 Westlake State of the City Address

    The 2022 Westlake State of the City Address is available for video-on-demand viewing via the City's Community Access Channel on any web browser, on multiple streaming devices and on local cable channels. Read on...
  23. WPD Auxiliary officer flyer

    Become a Westlake Police Auxiliary officer

    The Westlake Police Auxiliary Unit is looking for new members! Come join a team of dedicated people who volunteer to help the community and the officers of Westlake in a multitude of ways. Read on...
  24. Recycling Flyer - Acceptable Items UPDATED 3/4/2022

    Rumpke now accepts some plastic and aluminum cups for recycling

    Rumpke now accepts some plastic and aluminum cups as part of Westlake's recycling program, such as plastic beverage cups from fast-food restaurants, plastic souvenir cups and Ball brand aluminum cups. Read on...
  25. Snow Plow Clearing Streets

    What services may be impacted by severe winter weather?

    During severe weather situations, residents are advised to check the city's social media accounts for updates about how local services may be affected and for news of blocked roadways and more. Residents also may receive updates via Nixle Alerts. Read on...
  26. Christine Sabel and Ptl. Ryan Jasinsky

    Westlake Patrolman Ryan Jasinsky receives Life Saving Award

    Westlake Patrolman Ryan Jasinsky was presented the Life Saving Award by the American Police Hall of Fame & Museum on Dec. 17 at Westlake City Hall. Read on...
  27. Chief Bielozer, Sgt. Pischel, Sgt. Fox, Mayor, Clough

    Westlake Police promote two officers to rank of Sergeant

    The City of Westlake promoted Ryan Pischel and Nate Fox to the rank of Sergeant on Dec. 17 at City Hall. Read on...
  28. Mayor, Chuck, Bielozer

    Maintenance Technician Karoly "Chuck" Petrik retires from Police Department after 21 years

    The Westlake Police Department held a retirement ceremony for Karoly "Chuck" Petrik on Nov. 30. He has served as the WPD's Vehicle and Building Maintenance Technician for the last 21 years. Read on...
  29. Simple Recycling truck

    Simple Recycling collection has resumed

    Simple Recycling has resumed collection in Westlake with some changes. Residents must now schedule a pick-up by calling 866-835-5068 or online at www.simplerecycling.com. Bags/items must now be left by your front door, not at the curb. Read on...
  30. Recycle Cart

    Please use and store rubbish/recycling carts properly

    Rubbish and recycling carts should be placed at the curb after 6 p.m. the night before collection and put away within 24 hours of collection. Carts must be stored out of view from the street. Read on...
  31. Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award 2021

    Fire Department receives 2021 Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award

    The Westlake Fire Department has once again received the American Heart Association Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award, recognizing the department’s commitment to providing a higher standard of pre-hospital care to the City of Westlake. Read on...
  32. Ribbon cutting Grand Opening

    Westlake celebrates Grand Opening of new Community Services Center

    Mayor Dennis M. Clough and Community Services Director Lydia Gadd cut the ceremonial ribbon signifying that the new Westlake Community Services Center is now open for business on July 13, 2021. Read on...
  33. Lydia talks about Eileen Humphrey

    City of Westlake holds dedication ceremony for new Community Services Center

    The City of Westlake held a dedication ceremony commemorating the new Westlake Community Services Center and the 40th anniversary of the Department on Friday, June 18. The facility was dedicated to those who helped make the new facility possible. Read on...
  34. Recycle Right

    What belongs in your curbside recycling bin?

    Shannon of the Westlake Service Department offers a clear overview of what can and cannot be recycled (and why) in a short PSA video available on the City's website and via the Westlake Community Access Channel. Read on...
  35. Over 90 Couple - Wine family

    Community Services staff deliver Over 90 Birthday Proclamations

    The City of Westlake was pleased to present special Over 90 Birthday Proclamations to residents who have lived on this Earth for more than nine decades on April 30, 2021. Read on...
  36. ODJFS tool allows unemployment fraud to be reported online

    The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has launched a new tool which allows victims of fraud related to unemployment compensation to report these crimes directly to the State of Ohio rather than contacting local law enforcement. Read on...
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    Updated City of Westlake's GIS

    The City of Westlake's geographical information system (GIS) is a multiple layered map of properties, infrastructures, points of interest, political boundaries, public records and much more. View GIS...
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