COVID-19 Safety Precautions

Building design professionals, construction companies and others are encouraged to submit bids, applications, and inquiries about inspections, construction plans and other matters via email, direct mail or phone – dial City Hall at 440-871-3300 to be dire...

UPDATE: Paycheck Protection Program extended for eligible small businesses

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has extended the deadline for applications to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to Aug. 8, 2020. Through the program, eligible small businesses can obtain loans from approved lenders on behalf of any eligible bo...

IRS offering tax credits to businesses affected by COVID-19

The IRS is offering tax credits for businesses affected by COVID-19. These credits offer eligible businesses reimbursement for paid sick leave and family leave taken related to the COVID-19 situation, as well as incentives to keep employees on their payro...

Businesses: Our Economic Development Department is here to help

The City of Westlake is committed to helping our local businesses find the resources they need to navigate the difficult circumstances presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent directives from state and federal officials, including Governor Mike D...

Helpful tips for power outages

Nearly everyone has experienced a power outage at home or at their office. Generally speaking, these events typically are little more than a temporary inconvenience. However, there are some safety concerns that come up when the power goes down. 

F...

COVID-19 Safety Precautions

Westlake’s emergency personnel will be taking certain steps to limit direct contact with residents to the extent possible while still fulfilling their duty to protect and serve while the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing.

Therefore, residents are enco...

Firefighter promoted to Lieutenant

The Westlake Fire Department proudly announced the promotion of Firefighter Steven Reuter to the rank of Lieutenant, effective Jan. 15, 2020. Steven has been a member of the department since April 6, 2010. 

Pictured (L to R): Chief James Hughes, M...

Fall Computer Round-Up - 8/10/20-8/15/20

The Service Department will be collecting used computer parts and other electronic equipment (from Westlake residents only) at the Westlake Service Center, 741 Bassett Road, from Monday, Aug. 10 to Saturday, Aug. 15.

In addition to computer parts and comp...

New hours at WAC & Peterson Pool

The Westlake Aquatic Center & Peterson Pool will be implementing new weekday operating hours, beginning Monday, Aug. 10. Weekend hours and sessions will remain the same.

Operating hours will be adjusted again the Week of Aug. 24, when the facility will...

2020 Summer Concert Series

The 2020 Summer Concert Series kicked off at the Westlake Recreation Center in June and will continue through August. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a variety of music performed by musical acts based right here in Northeast Ohio. Different f...

Judge sides with Westlake in dispute with City of Cleveland

Judge Michael Shaughnessy of the Court of Common Pleas ruled in favor of the City of Westlake on Tuesday, July 21, in the case of City of Westlake v. City of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Case No. CV-12-782910.

This case involved a declaratory judgment actio...

Westlake Rec announces next 3 phases in reopening effort

The City of Westlake is pleased to announce the next phases in reopening of the Westlake Recreation Center. We have begun the multi-phased reopening of the Rec Center subject to CDC best practices and the Ohio Department of Health’s mandatory gu...

Westlake honors winners of annual Tree Poster Contest

The City of Westlake Tree Commission and Mayor Dennis Clough awarded proclamations and ribbons to three fifth-graders from Dover Intermediate School for their winning posters in the 2020 Tree City Poster contest. This year’s theme, as it is ever...

Westlake plans to reopen Recreation facilities in phases

The City of Westlake is pleased to announce the reopening of the Westlake Recreation Center. We will begin a multi-phased reopening of the Recreation Center subject to CDC best practices and the Ohio Department of Health’s mandatory guidelines. ...

IRS offering tax credits to businesses affected by COVID-19

The IRS is offering tax credits for businesses affected by COVID-19. These credits offer eligible businesses reimbursement for paid sick leave and family leave taken related to the COVID-19 situation, as well as incentives to keep employees on their payro...

Please donate to support Senior and Community Services programs

NOTICE: Paycheck Protection Program resumes for eligible small businesses

As a result of the adoption of the Enhancement Act, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has resumed accepting Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) from approved lenders on behalf of any eligible borrower. Businesses with fewer than 500 employees are elig...

Businesses: Our Economic Development Department is here to help

The City of Westlake is committed to helping our local businesses find the resources they need to navigate the difficult circumstances presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent directives from state and federal officials, including Governor Mike D...

Rec offering online fitness classes, fun kids activities

Just because you have to stay indoors or simply cannot make it to the Recreation Center does not mean you have to miss out on a quality programming, courtesy of the center’s staff.

The Rec Department has compiled several online fitness videos foc...

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.

Ohio issues statewide mask mandate

Facial coverings are now required in public throughout the State of Ohio, per an order issued on July 23 by Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Interim Director Lance D. Himes.

The order applies to all individuals at least 10 years of age when in any indoor lo...

Judge sides with Westlake in dispute with City of Cleveland

Judge Michael Shaughnessy of the Court of Common Pleas ruled in favor of the City of Westlake on Tuesday, July 21, in the case of City of Westlake v. City of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Case No. CV-12-782910.

This case involved a declaratory judgment actio...

Governor's Order on Facial Coverings (Masks)

Per the July 8, 2020, Executive Order signed by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, the following requirements are to be followed with regard to the wearing of facial coverings in public in counties experiencing a significant increase in Covid-19 infections:

Facial...

Westlake Safety Town celebrates 50th graduation class

Westlake Mayor Dennis Clough was on hand to congratulate graduates of the Westlake Safety Town program on Thursday, July 9, on the grounds of the Police Station. This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the program.

Safety Town Director Olivia Kostecke pa...

Police COVID-19 Safety Precautions

Westlake’s emergency personnel will be taking certain steps to limit direct contact with residents to the extent possible while still fulfilling their duty to protect and serve while the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing.

Therefore, residents are enco...

Westlake students graduate D.A.R.E. program

Mayor Dennis Clough, Police Chief Kevin Bielozer and Westlake City School District officials recognized graduates of the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program at Dover Intermediate School on Friday, Feb. 28. The students took turns at the pod...

Westlake police employees honored for going above and beyond

The City of Westlake recognized two police patrolmen and a jailer for going "above and beyond" in working to protect and serve the city and its residents. Westlake Police Chief Kevin Bielozer and Mayor Dennis Clough presented the officers with t...

New hours at WAC & Peterson Pool

The Westlake Aquatic Center & Peterson Pool will be implementing new weekday operating hours, beginning Monday, Aug. 10. Weekend hours and sessions will remain the same.

Operating hours will be adjusted again the Week of Aug. 24, when the facility will...

Westlake Rec announces next 3 phases in reopening effort

The City of Westlake is pleased to announce the next phases in reopening of the Westlake Recreation Center. We have begun the multi-phased reopening of the Rec Center subject to CDC best practices and the Ohio Department of Health’s mandatory gu...

Westlake plans to reopen Recreation facilities in phases

The City of Westlake is pleased to announce the reopening of the Westlake Recreation Center. We will begin a multi-phased reopening of the Recreation Center subject to CDC best practices and the Ohio Department of Health’s mandatory guidelines. ...

Meadowood Golf Course offering 5-hole loop

Golfers with busy schedules can play a “5-hole loop” at Meadowood Golf Course and take advantage of various alternatives to playing a full 18 holes. Players also may choose to play the loop only, add a loop onto a 9-hole round or take ...

Rec offering online fitness classes, fun kids activities

Just because you have to stay indoors or simply cannot make it to the Recreation Center does not mean you have to miss out on a quality programming, courtesy of the center’s staff.

The Rec Department has compiled several online fitness videos foc...

Youth Advisory Board members wanted

Curbside Food Pickup is back!

The Westlake Senior & Community Services Department is restarting its Curbside Food Pickup program on the last Thursday of each month, beginning Thursday, July 30.

Registration is open to Westlake residents in need of assistance with obtaining non-per...

First Drive-in-Bingo event a hit for Senior and Community Services

The Westlake Senior and Community Services Center hosted its first Drive-in-Bingo event on June 12 in the parking in front of the building. 

Winners received prizes of flowers and toiletries courtesy of Foundations Health Solutions, which sponsore...

Delivering a second round of sunshine to Westlake seniors

The incredibly positive response from recipients of the “100 Bags of Sunshine” initiative in March inspired the Westlake Department for Senior and Community Services to launch a second round with the help of donations from many new spo...

Please donate to support Senior and Community Services programs

2020 Over 90 Birthday Proclamations

Volunteer Appreciation Day 2020

In honor of National Volunteer Week, our senior transportation drivers from Westlake’s Senior and Community Services Department are delivering flowers to our volunteers to thank them for their service and to let them know we miss them while stay...

Book & Puzzle Exchange Program

After hearing from local seniors saying they have “read every book in the house” and wish they had some new material, the Community Services Department had the idea of organizing a senior book and puzzle exchange program.

To make this ...

Take an online fitness or yoga class!

Just because you have to stay indoors or simply cannot make it to the Rec Center or your local gym does not mean you have to miss out on a quality workout guided by knowledgeable instructors. 

The Recreation Department’s staff has compil...

Community Services, SROs pack 'lunch boxes' for students

Many families in Westlake benefit from the school lunch program throughout the school year. Westlake Senior and Community Services, in partnership with the School Resource Officers (SROs) from the Westlake Police force were able to help this year by provi...

Amended Senior & Community Services Programming Plans

The Westlake Community Services Department has decided to suspend all senior activities effective Monday, March 16, until further notice to mitigate the potential spread of illness – particularly among our most vulnerable citizens who regularly ...

Easter Food Distribution comes at critical time for local families

Every year around this time, the Westlake Senior and Community Services Department holds its Easter Food Distribution program through which residents in need can make an appointment to receive vital food supplies..

Each family was provided a ticket with a ...

100 Bags of Sunshine delivered to Westlake seniors

100 Bags of Sunshine were delivered to seniors all across Westlake today in a great team effort between the Department for Senior and Community Services and the Westlake Police Department.

Community Services staff identified 100 local seniors who they felt...

Fall Computer Round-Up - 8/10/20-8/15/20

The Service Department will be collecting used computer parts and other electronic equipment (from Westlake residents only) at the Westlake Service Center, 741 Bassett Road, from Monday, Aug. 10 to Saturday, Aug. 15.

In addition to computer parts and compo...

Helpful tips for power outages

Nearly everyone has experienced a power outage at home or at their office. Generally speaking, these events typically are little more than a temporary inconvenience. However, there are some safety concerns that come up when the power goes down. 

F...

Residents: Please DO NOT FLUSH cleaning supplies

With residents and businesses ramping up efforts to sanitize their homes and workplaces, many are unknowingly placing an undue burden on the city’s sanitary sewer system, as well as their own connections to it. 

The Westlake Service Depa...

Labor Day - 9/7/20

Rumpke and The City of Westlake will be closed on Labor Day, 9/7/20. There will be a 1 day delay for all routes.

Fall Household Hazardous Waste Round-Up - 9/14/20-9/19/20

Spring Household Hazardous Waste Round-Up (for Westlake Residents only)

September 14 - September 18  from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Mon. -Fri.)

September 19 from 7:30 a.m. - Noon (Sat.)

Westlake Service Center 741 Bassett Rd. 

More Details...

Scrap Tire Round-Up - 9/18/20-9/19/20

Rumpke does not accept tires with rubbish collection. The City of Westlake will hold a Scrap Tire Round-up on Friday, 9/18/20, from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9/20/20, from 8:00 a.m. - Noon. This is for Westlake residents only. You will need to s...

Columbus Day - 10/12/20

Rumpke and The City of Westlake are working on Columbus Day, 10/12/20. There are no delays.