Parks Commission December Meeting

The Parks Commission met for the last time in 2024, reviewed the year’s accomplisments, and talked about the future of Chagrin’s parks.

Menorah Lighting and Display

Chabad Jewish Center has again requested to display a menorah from December 18 to January 8, in Triangle Park this year due to the temporary closure of Bell Street Park. They’re also planning a Menorah at the Falls event on December 29 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Both applications were unanimously recommended to Council.

Grove Hill Park

Rob announced that a contract for planting has been awarded to Angelotta Landscape Associates. A pre-construction meeting is scheduled for this month, with the work to begin in April and be completed no later than May 16, 2025.

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Village Council Early November Meeting

Village Council met Monday evening.

Cemetery Commission

Council approved the mayor’s nomination of Ben Brigeman to the Cemetery Commission, filling the vacancy left by the passing of Larry Trace.

Park Events

Council approved applications from the Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce, Jaycees, and Popcorn Ball Committee for the Festival of Trees, Lighting of the Greens, Holiday Displays, and New Year’s Eve Popcorn Ball Drop.

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Safety Committee November Meeting

The Safety Committee met Monday evening. After reviewing our 2024 accomplishments and setting some goals for the future, we took an in-depth look at some ways we can improve downtown once the North Main Street bridge project is complete.

2024 Accomplishments

  • At the intersection of East Orange, North, and Mill Streets vegetation was cleared to improve visibility between drivers and people entering the crosswalk. New illuminated stop and pedestrian crossing signs were installed, and – as a result of the bridge closures – an all-way stop was created.
  • At the intersection of Bellview and South Main Streets the stop bar was restored to full width as Bellview is one-way eastbound at that point.
  • On Washington Street across from Senlac Hills Drive two&company have installed a proper curb, driveway apron, and sidewalk along the entire frontage as part of the development of their new café, which I appreciate a great deal.
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