Division of Streets
Street Repair
216.664.2510 - Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm
This program provides road maintenance services in order to eliminate hazardous conditions and extend the life of newly resurfaced streets in order to save taxpayer money. It provides for the repair of utility openings, the repair of pot holes, sealing of surface cracks in the street, and the maintenance of brick streets. -more on potholes
Street Cleaning
216.664.2510 - Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm
The Division of Streets promotes a clean appearance and provides safe road conditions by cleaning streets and removing debris and litter from the roadway.
The Division of Streets’ Sweeping Program allows for the local residential streets as well as the main streets to be swept three times per year, weather permitting. Sweeping is conducted from April until October, and residents are notified with the posting of signs 24 hours before the sweeping begins.
Illegal Dumping
216.664.DUMP or 216.664.3867 - Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm
Contractors, haulers and individuals dump tons of debris and hazardous waste in vacant lots, abandoned homes, roadsides and alleys. The city has a list of steps individuals may take to protect their health and environment and perhaps earn a monetary reward.
Snow Removal and Emergencies
216.664.2510 - Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm
When snowfall reaches at least one half inch, the Division of Streets begins plowing and salting main streets. Clearing of residential streets is determined by weather conditions and forecasts. Generally, an accumulation above two inches involves salting and plowing, and less accumulation involves salting only. -more
Graffiti Removal Program
On City-owned buildings, roads, guardrails, bridges and docks: 216.661.2510 - Weekdays 7 am to 3:30 pm
On Recreation Pools/Pool Houses: 216.420.8200 - Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm
This program ensures removal of city-wide graffiti by City employees and volunteers. It enforces anti-graffiti ordinances and educates the public, especially children and community groups about the negative aspects of graffiti.
Guard Rail Repair
216.664.2510 - Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm
This program is charged with protecting the public through guard rail repair on the city's streets and highways.