ODOT Details I-90 Traffic Updates!....Opt for the Alternate!
The Ohio Department of Transportation regularly updates information on its website regarding Innerbelt closures and delays here. A great alternative to help beat the Innerbelt construction blues is RTA.   more

Super Refund Saturday: Free Tax Prep and Electronic Filing
The Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs announces this service for families earning $48,000/year or less. Appointments available on 2/11 and 4/9 by calling 211. Walk-ins welcome.   more

Residential Waste Set Out Ticketing Streamlined
Handheld devices are now being used to record information on violations. During a three month grace period, which ends April 2nd, warnings will be issued at residences for property owners.   more

Cleveland Black History Month Events
Cleveland celebrates Black History this February with events at City Hall and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. All events are free and open to the public.   more

Several GIS Maps Display Local Information
These maps give a better understanding of issues and trends and support awareness and better decision making. They include capital improvements, crime data, EPA regulated facilities, routing, and more.   more

Tax Filing Information may Protect Consumers from Fraud
The Office of Fair Housing and Consumer Affairs warns that there may be high costs for instant tax return filing and for refund anticipation loans. Clevelanders with questions may call: 216.664.2653.   more

FAFSA Workshops Can Help With Financial Aid for College
Those needing financial aid for college can learn how to apply for aid during Financial Aid Awareness Month. There are workshops throughout greater Cleveland through February 12. Workshop Schedule  

New Schedule for All City Recreation Centers!
All City of Cleveland recreation centers are now open on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm.   more

Cleveland Challenges Ohio for Right to Enforce Trans Fat Ban
The City filed a Declaratory Judgement Action challenging the recent amendments to Ohio Revised Code 3717.53. The case is assigned to Judge Nancy Margaret Russo, case No. 772529.   more

Clean Ohio Assistance Fund Public Meeting Notice
Cleveland is applying for a COAF grant for an assessment of the former Ferry Cap and Set Screw facility. Application can be reviewed at the library (850 Jefferson Ave) until 2/16/2012 where a public meeting will be held at 5pm. Questions: Dave Ebersole 216.664.2204   more

New Brochure Offers Tips for Senior Homeowners
The Department of Aging has published an informative brochure which lists valuable service, discount, repair program, contractor, weather, loan information, and more.   more

Ohio Pet License Plates Now Available
These vehicle registration tags raise funds for education, pet spaying and neutering, and for pets adopted from qualifying agencies. Even residents who recently renewed license plates can get them anywhere plates are issued.   more

Cleveland Department of Public Health Committed to Safety
Safety includes preparedness not only of safety forces, but also residents and visitors. The Office of Emergency Preparedness informs through Twitter (@clevelandhealth) and Facebook.   more

Winter Resource Guide: Utility Assistance
Some Clevelanders are eligible for assistance with necessities including water, waste collection, property taxes, heating and more. The Winter Resource Guide lists sources for these services.   more

Vision 20/20 Develops Strategies for Fire Safety
Vision 20/20 has played a central role since 2007 in bringing together the nation’s fire safety organizations to develop common strategies for reducing the loss of life and injury from fire.   more

Waste Collection Fee Exemption Deadline: 3/31/2012
Exemptions are available for the Residential Waste Collection Fee Program. The fee will increase to $8.50 per unit monthly, beginning in January, 2012   more