Congratulations, Jim Wang!
Today we celebrated Animal Control Officer Jim Wang as he retired after 24 years of service to the City of Westlake. Friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors gathered at City Hall to thank Jim and wish him well.
For 24 years, Jim has cared for our community's animals and the residents who love them. We are grateful for his dedication and compassion, and he will be missed.
Thank you, Jim, and happy retirement! 🐾
Today we celebrated Animal Control Officer Jim Wang as he retired after 24 years of service to the City of Westlake. Friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors gathered at City Hall to thank Jim and wish him well.
For 24 years, Jim has cared for our community's animals and the residents who love them. We are grateful for his dedication and compassion, and he will be missed.
Thank you, Jim, and happy retirement! 🐾
The September 29, 2026 Westlake Board of Building and Zoning Appeals public hearing agenda is available via: https://aptg.co/K7vzgg.
Congratulations to the Stohr family on the 65th anniversary of their company, Conveyor & Caster! We are proud to have such a thriving customer and employee-centric organization in Westlake. Today, they held a celebration at their location on Clemens Road, and Mayor Dennis Clough presented Jeff and Trevor Stohr with a formal proclamation acknowledging Sept. 24, 2026 as Conveyor and Caster Day in Westlake!
For this week’s 250th Tuesday post, we want to congratulate Dave Berman and his family on winning the Westlake Passport contest, part of Westlake’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The Bermans logged their longest bike rides ever as a family, spending summer days and evenings riding through the city and visiting all seven historical markers. Thank you for your passion for celebrating America’s 250th and for learning more about Westlake’s roots.
The September 29, 2026 Westlake Board of Building and Zoning Appeals public hearing agenda is available via: https://aptg.co/K7vzgg.
Hilliard Boulevard is closed to traffic in both directions between King James Parkway and Westhill Boulevard due to a dangerous tree. A contractor is scheduled to remove the tree on Saturday, September 19, 2026, and the road will reopen as soon as removal is complete and the roadway is safe.
Suggested detours while the closure is in place:
-Westbound traffic: Use Westhill Boulevard to Detroit Road.
-Eastbound traffic: Use Columbia Road to Detroit Road or Center Ridge Road.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use caution when traveling near the work zone. The City will post an update when Hilliard Boulevard has reopened.
Suggested detours while the closure is in place:
-Westbound traffic: Use Westhill Boulevard to Detroit Road.
-Eastbound traffic: Use Columbia Road to Detroit Road or Center Ridge Road.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use caution when traveling near the work zone. The City will post an update when Hilliard Boulevard has reopened.
🚧 Construction Update: Settlers Rubbish & Recycling Delayed 🚧
Due to construction, rubbish and recycling collection in the Settlers neighborhood will be delayed until tomorrow morning, Thursday, September 17.
Either leave your carts out tonight or be sure to have them out by 6:00 AM tomorrow.
Sorry for the inconvenience!
Due to construction, rubbish and recycling collection in the Settlers neighborhood will be delayed until tomorrow morning, Thursday, September 17.
Either leave your carts out tonight or be sure to have them out by 6:00 AM tomorrow.
Sorry for the inconvenience!
The City of Westlake will have Pavement Tech on-site Wednesday, September 16, 2026, to install reclamite on Crocker Road.
Motorists traveling through the work area should expect temporary traffic delays while crews are working. The process is a quick one, and delays should be brief — but please plan a few extra minutes if your route takes you down Crocker Road that day. Flaggers may be present to help direct traffic through the work zone.
We thank you for your patience as we keep Westlake's roads in great shape.
Motorists traveling through the work area should expect temporary traffic delays while crews are working. The process is a quick one, and delays should be brief — but please plan a few extra minutes if your route takes you down Crocker Road that day. Flaggers may be present to help direct traffic through the work zone.
We thank you for your patience as we keep Westlake's roads in great shape.
Congratulations to Retired Navy Veteran Melissa Bach and her husband, Retired U.S. Coast Guard Veteran Jim Bach, on being selected as one of the top three winners of our Patriotic House Decorating Contest!
In case you’re interested in visiting our Founding Fathers- the Statue of Liberty, Betsy Ross, and Paul Revere- they will come back out on October 1 for the Halloween display, which, of course, is Patriotic-themed. The home is located on Bradley near the Park intersection.
Melissa and Jim received a $100 gift card to Stonehouse Grill!
In case you’re interested in visiting our Founding Fathers- the Statue of Liberty, Betsy Ross, and Paul Revere- they will come back out on October 1 for the Halloween display, which, of course, is Patriotic-themed. The home is located on Bradley near the Park intersection.
Melissa and Jim received a $100 gift card to Stonehouse Grill!
September is Ohio Preparedness Month, and this week's theme is family communication.
When strong storms roll through Westlake, cell service can drop, and family members can get separated—a quick plan now makes those moments much less stressful.
Three things you can do this week:
Sign up for the City Alert Center, so you receive official Westlake alerts by email and text. You can sign up for Westlake's free real-time emergency and community alerts by texting ZIP code 44145 to 888777.
Pick an out-of-town relative or friend as your family check-in contact — local phone lines get congested during an emergency.
Make sure kids know important phone numbers by heart, or keep a written copy in their backpack.
Learn more preparedness tips at https://ohio.gov/
#OhioPreparednessMonth #OPM2026
Mayor's Leadership Retreat — Sept. 24–25, Sawmill Creek Resort, Huron
Mayor Dennis M. Clough will join City Council members and department directors for the City's annual leadership retreat Thursday, Sept. 24 through Friday, Sept. 25 at Sawmill Creek Resort in Huron. The retreat begins with dinner Thursday at 6 p.m. and wraps up Friday at 4 p.m.
The annual session is a working meeting focused on long-range planning: setting priorities for the coming year, reviewing major projects, and strengthening coordination between Council and city departments. A facilitator guides the discussion.
Mayor Dennis M. Clough will join City Council members and department directors for the City's annual leadership retreat Thursday, Sept. 24 through Friday, Sept. 25 at Sawmill Creek Resort in Huron. The retreat begins with dinner Thursday at 6 p.m. and wraps up Friday at 4 p.m.
The annual session is a working meeting focused on long-range planning: setting priorities for the coming year, reviewing major projects, and strengthening coordination between Council and city departments. A facilitator guides the discussion.
Asphalt Surface Course Installation — Begins Sept. 14
Specialized Construction will return to Westlake starting Monday, September 14, 2026, to complete installation of the final asphalt surface course. Work will begin in the Settlers Reserve neighborhood.
Residents in the area should expect construction activity, equipment, and temporary lane restrictions during working hours. Please use caution around crews and follow posted signage. Work in remaining neighborhoods will follow as the surface course installation progresses.
Looking for something to do tomorrow? Come join the City of Westlake and University Hospitals for Wellness and Safety Day!
Stop by the Westlake Recreation Center on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a FREE day of family fun, wellness screenings, and safety resources.
Stop by the Westlake Recreation Center on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a FREE day of family fun, wellness screenings, and safety resources.
City of Westlake team members are enjoying the celebration of America's 250th anniversary. We wanted to share some of the nice office spaces that are adorning City Hall and the Rec Center!
And we know our residents are celebrating with us! We will soon announce the winner of the Most Patriotic House Decorating Contest!
Thanks to everyone for joining us in the celebration of America's semiquincentennial!
And we know our residents are celebrating with us! We will soon announce the winner of the Most Patriotic House Decorating Contest!
Thanks to everyone for joining us in the celebration of America's semiquincentennial!
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 9/3/26
Westlake’s new IMS permitting and citizen portal is now live!
Residents, property owners, contractors, developers, design professionals, landlords, property managers, and businesses can use IMS to apply for permits and planning or zoning approvals, register as a contractor, submit service requests, report concerns, and search City records.
Most applications and service requests require an IMS account. Selected tasks, including reporting a concern and certain searches, are available as a guest.
Learn about IMS and view step-by-step help guides:
https://www.cityofwestlake.org/o/cw/page/ims#container
Open the IMS portal:
https://ims.cityofwestlake.org/ims/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fims
#WestlakeOhio #WestlakeIMS
Residents, property owners, contractors, developers, design professionals, landlords, property managers, and businesses can use IMS to apply for permits and planning or zoning approvals, register as a contractor, submit service requests, report concerns, and search City records.
Most applications and service requests require an IMS account. Selected tasks, including reporting a concern and certain searches, are available as a guest.
Learn about IMS and view step-by-step help guides:
https://www.cityofwestlake.org/o/cw/page/ims#container
Open the IMS portal:
https://ims.cityofwestlake.org/ims/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fims
#WestlakeOhio #WestlakeIMS
As we continue celebrating America’s 250th anniversary and telling the stories of Westlake’s roots, we are pleased to share an exciting event in September that will allow you to learn the about the people connected to the Clague House, one of Westlake’s most recognizable historic landmarks.
Join the Westlake Historical Society for Night at the Museum (After Dark) on Thursday, September 17 from 6-8pm. As evening settles over the house, enjoy ghost stories and tales from the past in the unique atmosphere of this historic home. The special after-hours experience is free and open to the public and offers visitors an opportunity to see the Clague House beyond a traditional daytime museum visit.
Come curious—and perhaps ready for a spooky mystery!
Join the Westlake Historical Society for Night at the Museum (After Dark) on Thursday, September 17 from 6-8pm. As evening settles over the house, enjoy ghost stories and tales from the past in the unique atmosphere of this historic home. The special after-hours experience is free and open to the public and offers visitors an opportunity to see the Clague House beyond a traditional daytime museum visit.
Come curious—and perhaps ready for a spooky mystery!
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 9/3/26
The August 25, 2026 Westlake Board of Building and Zoning Appeals public hearing agenda is available via: https://aptg.co/TjKsk3