Public Works

Registration Now Open for Neighborhood Resource & Recreation Center Programming

The City of Cleveland’s Neighborhood Resource & Recreation Centers are now offering expanded programming at all centers. Register online at www.clevelandohio.gov/NRRCactivities. Some class sizes may be limited and early registration is advised. All programs are free.

 

  • Traffic Advisory: West 3rd Street Closure Between Superior Avenue and Frankfort Avenue

    Starting April 24, 2023, W. 3rd Street will be fully closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic between Superior Avenue and Frankfort Avenue until November 2024 due to the construction of the Sherwin Williams Headquarters. Signage detailing detours will be in place at that time. Please expect delays in this area.

  • Traffic Advisory: London Road Resurfacing Project

    Beginning the week of April 24, 2023, weather permitting, the City will begin asphalt resurfacing on London Road from Euclid Avenue to St. Clair Avenue (0.7 miles). A portion of the street will be closed and one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction. A complete closure is not expected to occur. No on-street parking will be permitted for the duration of the project.

  • Traffic Advisory: East 80th Street Resurfacing Project

    Beginning the week of April 24, 2023, weather permitting, the City will begin asphalt resurfacing on East 80th Street from Kinsman Road to Bessemer Avenue (0.6 miles). A portion of the street will be closed and one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction. A complete closure is not expected to occur. No on-street parking will be permitted for the duration of the project.

  • Summer Tennis Program Now Accepting Applications

    From June 5th through July 27th, boys and girls ages 8-17 can learn from experienced tennis instructors at various locations across the city. Registration is free.

  • Traffic Advisory: Resurfacing Projects West 130th, West 150th, East 45th Street East 101 Street, East 80th Street, Medina Avenue, East 80th Street.

    Beginning the week of May 1, 2023, weather permitting, the City will begin the resurfacing in Ward 16 and Ward 7. Advance notice signs will be posted to advise the public of road improvements. The following streets will be resurfaced and completed by the end of June 2023.

  • Traffic Advisory: East 140th Street Rehabilitation & Streetscape Project St. Clair Avenue to Lakeshore Boulevard

    Beginning Monday, May 8, 2023, weather permitting, ODOT will begin construction of Stage 1 work on East 140th Street between St. Clair Avenue and Aspinwall Avenue.

  • Traffic Advisory: West Franklin Boulevard Rehabilitation Project West 85th Street to West 25th Street

    Beginning Monday, April 3, 2023, weather permitting, the City of Cleveland will begin the construction of Phase 2 of the West Franklin Boulevard Rehabilitation Project from West 50th Street to West 25th Street.

  • Division of Recreation Now Hiring

    The Division of Recreation is now hiring for multiple open positions, including counselors, student aides, recreation instructors, and more. Call 216-664-2325 for more info, or apply online.

  • Traffic Advisory: Pipeline Infrastructure Improvements Update - West 152nd Street & Rosemary Avenue

    On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, Dominion Energy Ohio’s gas pipeline infrastructure replacement project will begin in parts of Ward 16. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2023. Streets impacted include West 151 Street and West 152 Street.

  • Traffic Advisory: Pipeline Infrastructure Improvements Update - Honeydale Avenue & East 118 Street

    On Monday, March 27, 2023, Dominion Energy Ohio’s gas pipeline infrastructure replacement project will begin in parts of Ward 4. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2023. Streets impacted include Honeydale Avenue, East 118th Street, and East 119th Street.

  • Traffic Advisory: Pipeline Infrastructure Improvements Update - East 120th Street & Gray Avenue

    On Wednesday, March 22, 2023, Dominion Energy Ohio’s gas pipeline infrastructure replacement project will begin in parts of Wards 9 and 10. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2023. Streets impacted include Thornhill Drive, Gray Avenue, East 115th Street, East 117th Street, East 118th Street, and East 120th Street.
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  • Traffic Advisory: East 185th Street Rehabilitation & Streetscape Project Nottingham Road to Lake Erie

    Beginning Wednesday, March 22, 2023, weather permitting, ODOT will begin construction of Phase 2 work on East 185th Street between Nottingham Road and Pawnee Avenue.

  • City of Cleveland's League Park Available For Rentals

    You can rent historic League Park baseball field and/or Visitor Center for your organization’s next baseball, softball, or other event.  For details, please call 216-664-3535.

  • Traffic Advisory: Frank Avenue Extension Project East 105th Street to East 101st Street

    Beginning Monday, March 6, 2023, weather permitting, the City of Cleveland will begin the Frank Avenue Extension Project from East 105th Street to East 101st Street. The project includes construction of new roadway to provide access through the New Innovation Square Development.

  • Traffic Advisory: East 79th Street Rehabilitation Project Woodland Avenue to Chester Avenue

    Beginning Monday, March 13, 2023, The City of Cleveland will begin the East 79th Street Rehabilitation Project from Woodland Avenue to Chester Avenue. The project includes resurfacing of 1.28 miles of East 79th St from Woodland Ave. to Chester Ave.

  • Parade Permit Applications

    Any person or entity planning to hold a parade on the streets of Cleveland must obtain a permit as required by Cleveland Codified Ordinance § 411.05 by completing an application and filing it with the Office of Special Events & Marketing.

  • Monthly Keycard Payments for City Parking Lots Can Now be Done Online

    Monthly Keycard payments can be paid online for parking at the Gateway East Garage, Lakefront Municipal Parking, and Willard Park Garage. There is a convenience fee associated. 

  • League Park's Baseball Heritage Museum Celebrates the Roots of Cleveland's Love for America's Pastime

    The Baseball Heritage Museum is located at League Park, the original home of Cleveland baseball, in the center of the historic Hough neighborhood of Cleveland. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the artifacts and stories of baseball's past with a special focus on diversity in the sport.  The museum is open Thursday through Sunday, 9am-3pm.  Call 216-789-1083 or visit the website for details.

  • About the Automated Waste Collection Program

    The automated waste-collection program is significantly efficient and user-friendly, and allows items to be collected curbside.Through this program, residents receive sturdy carts for trash collection which can be wheeled to the curb. The program also allows Clevelanders to dispose of yard waste including grass clippings and branches.

  • Mass Notification System Provides Critical Information to Clevelanders, Visitors

    The City of Cleveland has announced the launch of a mass notification system that will provide critical emergency and non-emergency alerts to residents and visitors. The City encourages all residents, visitors, and businesses to sign up for the system known as CodeRED.

  • City Recreation Volunteer Openings Available Year-Round

    The Division of Recreation is seeking volunteers. Recreation center volunteers enrich the community in several areas including the arts, sports, education, and mentoring. These generous individuals are from diverse backgrounds and include people of all ages from recent graduates seeking practical experience, to retirees with spare time to share. 

About the Department of Public Works

The recent consolidation of the former departments of Public Service and Parks, Recreation & Properties in order to form the Department of Public Works improves service, efficiency, and reduces redundancy through the sharing of equipment and personnel.

This is the City’s 3rd largest department with over 1,100 dedicated employees serving Cleveland.

Public Works is responsible for core services. Annually the department picks up approximately 156,000 tons of waste, uses 70,000 tons of salt for snow, paints over 7,000 crosswalks, and provides over 49,000 vacant property service visits. The department also maintains city parks and parking lots, and provides leisure opportunities to residents.

The department's goals are threefold:

  • Provide consistent, quality service; maintain clean neighborhoods and safe streets and sidewalks for pedestrians, motorists, and visitors.
  • Use a sustainable and proactive approach to provide services and recreational activities in order to maintain quality of life for Cleveland residents and visitors.
  • Operate and maintain clean, accessible, vibrant public space for exploration, relaxation, and exercise, while connecting culturally diverse venues of sports, entertainment, and educational experiences.
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