Bicentennial Ball Saturday, February 5 - Brecksville, Ohio

Volume 24 Issue I Winter 2011 

A C i t i z e n ’ s U p d a t e f r o m t h e C i t y o f B r e c k s v i l l e 

Mayor Hruby to Deliver the 

State of the City Address 

Brecksville Mayor Jerry N. Hruby will review 

the City’s 2010 highlights and accomplishments 

and detail plans for 2011 when he delivers his 

annual State of the City address on Wednesday, 

February 23. 

The Brecksville Chamber of Commerce will 

again sponsor the event at the Brecksville Human 

Services Center. Doors open at 6:00 pm. 

At 7:00 pm the program will begin 

with the presentation of the Chamber’s 

annual Citizen of the Year Award and the 

Business of the Year Award. 

Following the presentations Mayor Hruby 

will deliver his address which will include a question 

and answer session. 

It’s Not Too Late to Attend 

The Brecksville Bicentennial Ball 

You are cordially invited 

to attend the 

Bicentennial Ball 

Saturday, February 5 

Dinner, Dancing,Open Bar 

Valet Parking 

Black Tie Optional 

Come join us in celebrating 200 years of Brecksville at 

Embassy Suites in Independence. The cocktail hour begins 

at 6 pm, attendees will be entertained by the Brecksville- 

Broadview Heights High School String Quartet. Filet of 

Beef with Cabernet Sauvignon Sauce and Citrus Chicken 

will be served for dinner. There will be dancing to the 

sound of Grand Avenue and an open bar at this gala event. 

Valet parking included. 

Ticket price is $100 per person. 

Tickets can be purchased at the Community Center, 

Human Services or www.brecksville.oh.us click on 

Bicentennial.

mayor’s message 

On December 5th, we 

held our Annual Christmas 

Parade and Tree Lighting 

Ceremony and at the same 

time commenced the celebration 

of Brecksville’s 

Bicentennial, 1811 2011. 

Bicentennial Co-Chairmen 

Don Faulhaber and Frank DeWolf, along with 

Co-Honorary Chairwoman Midge Cassidy 

and Co-Honorary Chairman Robert Kubicek 

helped inaugurate the year-long festivities. Bob 

Kubicek was Mayor of Brecksville during the 

Sesquicentennial 50 years ago. It was cold, it 

was snowing, but the participation, the parade, 

the visit from Santa, Frosty and Rudolph, the 

hot chocolate and cookies and last but not least, 

the incredible fireworks made for a wonderful 

event. I take this opportunity to thank all who 

participated in the planning of this event, its 

presentation and a special thank you to all who 

attended and celebrated with us. 

Winter: Little Surprise So Far! 

Thereafter we began a series of snow storms, 

cold weather, closing of schools and everything 

synonymous with a Northern Ohio lake 

effect winter. Although we have downsized 

our Service Department staff, the men have 

responded remarkably well and have done an 

excellent job of maintaining our streets while 

also adhering to our “sensible salting” policy. 

I thank our residents for their cooperation by 

adhering to the snow ban on parking and using 

caution as they drive about the community. 

Please be aware that shoveling snow by those 

who are not physically able can be dangerous. 

Temperatures with wind chills at or below 

zero can also be of great danger to persons and 

animals. Be sure you always keep adequate 

gasoline in your vehicles, a few blankets and 

other safety materials in your trunk. Do not 

forget your neighbors who may require some 

of your assistance due to the weather, especially 

those who are elderly or with special needs who 

are basically shut into their homes. A little 

assistance in perhaps getting their mail, taking 

their trash and recyclables to the street or just a 

phone call asking if there is anything they need 

can be of great comfort and assistance. And 

best of all, you’ll feel good about doing it! 

I hope each and every one of you had a very 

Merry Christmas and enjoyed all the blessings 

of the season. Our holiday programs were well 

attended and Santa Claus told me the children 

were well behaved this year. 

Our Service Department did an outstanding 

job in decorating our town with the assistance 

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of our Beautification Committee. The downtown 

area, Public Square and our City facilities 

looked beautiful. The decorations were spectacular 

and from the many images that appeared 

on the Weather Channel and other broadcasts, 

many holiday photographic moments were 

captured in our community. We thank those 

who sent some of their many pictures they took 

throughout the holiday season to the City. 

The Bicentennial Train’s Next Stop 

As we enter the New Year it’s on to the next 

round of Bicentennial events. The Bicentennial 

Ball is scheduled for Saturday, February 5th 

and will be held at the Embassy Suites in 

Independence. Tickets and/or tables are available. 

If you haven’t made your reservations yet 

please do so ASAP either online or by calling 

546-2300, or visiting the Human Services 

Center. This will be a wonderful dinner dance, 

and we promise you no programs, no major 

speeches – just a fun night out celebrating 

our community with our 

many friends. 

There are many events 

to look forward to in the 

Bicentennial year. Please refer 

to our calendar on our webpage 

(brecksville.oh.us) as you plan your 

spring and summer schedule. Because of the 

large array of events being offered, there is still 

time for volunteer opportunities or to be part 

of the celebration. The people on the committees 

are having a great time together and if 

you would like to be part of our team, please 

feel free to call 526-4351 so we can get you on 

board with us. You can do as much or as little 

as you wish to help make this a memorable and 

historic celebration. 

The Bicentennial 

Ball is scheduled 

for Saturday, 

February 5th 

New Year – New City Budget 

The budget for 2011 was submitted by the 

Finance Director, Service Director and Mayor 

as required by Charter. We again anticipate a 

decrease in overall revenues and, therefore, have 

reduced our spending commensurate with the 

reduction in revenues. We have spread out the 

reductions so there will be no noticeable cutback 

in City services. I personally thank each 

and every one of our employees for agreeing 

and understanding that wages were frozen at 

the 2009 level with no increases in 2010 and 

none planned for the year 2011. We continue 

to maintain our facilities and purchase replacement 

equipment, finding many ways to cut 

costs by buying equipment that is more automated 

thus requiring less manpower; downsizing 

vehicles and equipment and by doing more 

in-house projects employing our own manpower 

to complete many tasks that at times were 

jobbed out to the private sector. Sometimes we 

save tax dollars by doing things ourselves and 

at times we find it is not in our best interests 

and we have the private sector perform the 

tasks. Decisions are made on quality of work 

and the cost. As I stated previously, there has 

been a reduction in staff through attrition, 

and we therefore ask for your patience with 

snow removal. We have over 250 road miles to 

maintain and the winter time is a difficult time 

to pick up refuse and recycling goods while also 

plowing. Your cooperation is appreciated. 

Back to the budget. The 2011 Road 

Program has been planned and certain elements 

have gone out for bid. We plan an aggressive 

road program within our means but yet 

addressing as many needs as possible in the year 

2011. Energy efficiency revisions to some of 

our buildings and heavy maintenance 

and other improvements to our 

facilities are at the top of our list 

for 2011. 

The installation of sanitary sewers 

along Riverview Road from 

Preston Village to Rt. 82 and also 

in the Snowville/Dewey area will be 2011 

projects. The Snowville/Dewey sanitary sewer 

and Echo Hills Treatment Plant conversion 

are county projects overseen by the Cuyahoga 

County Sanitary Engineers – a department 

that will be reorganized under the new county 

government. We will also be completing most 

of the remaining storm water projects that have 

been part of the last Five Year Plan. I thank 

City Council for their input and guidance and 

ultimate approval of the budget for 2011. I 

also commend the Finance Department and all 

Department Heads for their contributions. 

Major Changes in the 

Police Department 

We are ending an era in the Brecksville Police 

Department with the retirement of Sergeant 

Russell Loede who has been with the department 

since 1964. Sergeant Loede retires as 

a Detective/Sergeant. During his career the 

majority of his duties were in road control 

supervision and he established the City’s Police 

Traffic Bureau emphasizing excellence in traffic 

accident investigation and reconstruction, 

as well as establishing a reporting program that 

led to accident prone areas being re-engineered 

to reduce incidents. Sergeant Loede created 

Safety Town, one of the first programs of its

kind in the county. He distinguished himself 

as a traffic investigator and then moved on to 

criminal investigations leading the Detective 

Bureau from the early 1990s to date. He will 

be remembered as one of the City family and 

town’s “characters” having cemented many great 

relationships throughout the residential and 

business community. We wish Sergeant Loede 

well and a healthy and lengthy retirement. 

He will be missed. 

Police Chief Dennis Kancler has also 

announced his retirement effective January 11. 

Chief Kancler began his career with the City as 

a volunteer firefighter in the late 1960s, became 

a police officer for Kent State University then 

a Park Ranger for the Cleveland Metroparks 

before becoming a Brecksville Patrolman in 

1977. He was promoted to Sergeant and 

Road Supervisor in 1981, spent some time on 

a police motorcycle for the City, was a CAPA 

Board member, was involved in being a representative 

to Human Services, a paramedic, a 

former juvenile officer and someone who distinguished 

himself not only locally but county and 

statewide in emergency incident planning. He 

was promoted to Police Chief in 1989. We also 

wish Police Chief Kancler a healthy and lengthy 

retirement and thank him for his service to 

the community in the Police, Fire and Human 

Services Departments. With the retirement of 

three members of our Police Department, Chief 

Kancler, Sergeant Loede and the October retirement 

of Jim Larkman they total 135+ years of 

service to the City of Brecksville. City Council 

honored Sergeant Loede on January 4th and 

will honor Chief Kancler on January 18th. 

At City Council’s meeting on February 1, 

Council and I will honor former County 

Commissioner Tim Hagan. Commissioner 

Hagan served many fruitful years on the Board 

of County Commissioners and was always 

supportive of the City of Brecksville, lending 

his assistance to Brecksville projects whenever 

possible. Commissioner Hagan will continue 

his public service as a senior advisor for 

MetroHealth Medical Center. 

Boards and Commissions 

City Council and the Administration have 

made their appointments for the year 2011 to 

the various boards and commissions of the City. 

This action will take place as the Bulletin goes 

to press and therefore we will announce those 

appointments in the next edition. City Council 

has determined that they will maintain their 

leadership with Larry Potla to be re-elected as 

President and Greg Skaljac as Vice President. 

Economic Development 

The year 2010 brought us many challenges, 

the most of course, were budgetary. 

Economic Development Director Frank 

LaRose did an outstanding job in bringing 

several new businesses to our community and 

maintaining a few of our major employers 

who might have moved to other locations. 

Thus far his tenure has been quite successful. 

I publicly thank him and also congratulate 

him on being elected to the Ohio Senate. 

He will be the Ohio Senator for District 

27. Our Economic Development program 

is so vitally important because the Veterans 

Administration Hospital will, for the most 

part, move all of their jobs out of their facility 

in June of 2011. The revenues and income 

tax collected from those employees are a 

significant part of our budget and will be 

lost as they consolidate to the Louis Stokes 

Veterans Administration facility in Cleveland. 

Although some employees will continue 

on until other facilities are completed, the 

vast majority of jobs will be moved. Our 

Economic Development Program is dedicated 

to replacing those jobs with those of equal 

value. 

We continue to attract office, research 

and medical jobs to our community and 

continue our commitment to a retail base in 

Brecksville’s downtown. We look forward 

to the opening of the corporate headquarters 

for True North, the Cleveland Clinic 

Data Center and Brecksville Healthcare (the 

skilled care facility being built on the site of 

the former Pilgrim Inn.) During the year 

2010 we welcomed the Sports Construction 

Group, Applied Medical Technology, Progress 

Book, NVR, Cross Country Mortgage, 

Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatric Service 

and an office of the U. S. Census. The following 

companies were retained and/or 

expanded in the year 2010: Med Data, Chase 

Bank, Rambus, Curtis Wright, Southpointe 

Office Parkway, Orion Complex, Cintas and 

Brecksville Chiropractic & Rehab. 

This Administration and City Council 

are committed to maintaining a tax base 

necessary to provide our community with 

services and facilities necessary for our community 

and those that visit or work here. 

We continue our pledge, one that has been 

kept for 24 years, to not raise taxes. The 

mutual cooperation between City Council, 

the Administration and our employees will 

continue to be the cooperative effort that 

provides the governance our residents expect 

“Conversation 

With The Mayor” 

Brecksville Mayor Jerry Hruby extends 

an invitation to City residents to his 

“Conversation with the Mayor” at the 

Human Services Center on Tuesday, 

February 22 at 2 pm. The event will be hosted 

by the Department of Human Services. 

A Conversation with the Mayor is an 

opportunity for residents, especially older 

and physically challenged residents, to hear 

directly from Mayor Hruby about current 

and future issues facing the City as well as 

current and future City projects. It’s also a 

chance to get on the spot answers to citizen 

questions. 

The Department of Human Services will 

provide transportation for older and physically 

challenged residents. The Department 

asks that residents call in advance for transportation 

to and from the Human Services 

Center. Call 526-2499. 

and demand. 

In my upcoming State of the City Address 

at the Human Services Center on February 23, 

I will further explain our vision for the future, 

the continuation of our Master Plan which is 

ever evolving, and present to the community 

our plans to deal with the redevelopment of 

the Veterans Administration complex, the City 

of Brecksville’s position on the I-77 and Rt. 82 

interchange and how we will continue to maintain 

and provide our services and grow them 

without increasing our spending. 

I wish each and every one of you a very 

happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. We 

are excited, as a government, at the challenges 

we face and look forward to the many opportunities 

we can create for our City through our 

relationships within and our relationships at 

the county, state and federal level. I wish you 

all a great 2011 and let’s celebrate our 200 year 

history! 

Mayor Jerry N. Hruby 

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By now you have all had the opportunity to experience some of the wonderful 

holiday events sponsored by the City over the past month. I would be remiss not 

to extend special thanks to all City employees and volunteers who worked so diligently 

to maintain these long-running traditions. I believe Brecksville is truly a special 

place with all the great holiday events we typically have during this time of year. 

At Council’s last meeting in December, we finalized the City’s budget for 2011. 

The continuation of the current weak economic environment has once again caused 

the Administration and Council to prepare and approve a very conservative budget. 

In addition, we are anticipating a drop in City revenue due to the pending closure 

of the Veterans Administration facility in mid-2011. There are currently a number of businesses that 

have expressed potential interest in moving to Brecksville and we have opened conversation with several 

of them. Although we approach the upcoming year cautiously, I am confident that we can continue 

to generate quality City services while maintaining the financial strength our residents have come to 

expect. 

2011 will be an especially exciting year with many events planned to celebrate Brecksville’s 200th 

birthday. This yearlong celebration was kicked-off with the 2010 Christmas parade and will include 

many thrilling events such as a ball in February, parades with special firework displays, a civil war 

reenactment, a car and transportation show, a number of garden, library and cemetery tours, as well as 

a special musical production of “The Music Man.” I encourage you to participate in as many of these 

events as possible throughout the year. More information is published in this bulletin and advertised 

at various locations throughout the City. 

At their meeting in January, Council swore in a number of volunteers who so graciously offer their 

time and service on various boards, commissions, and committees. Also at that first meeting of the 

year I was once again selected by Council to serve as Council President for the year 2011. It is my 

honor to serve in this role and I am humbly grateful to Council for this vote of confidence. 

As we move into the heart of the winter, I urge you to use care in driving this winter season. At this 

time of year, weather is sometimes unpredictable and driving conditions can be trying. I urge residents 

to be especially careful as you approach City snowplows as poor visibility can sometimes make negotiating 

around the large plows difficult. Let’s all hope for a mild winter and an early spring. 

Let me close by wishing all of you a healthy and prosperous 2011! While the economy has been 

difficult for many of our residents, I believe that upon reflection many can find numerous things for 

which to be thankful. 

Larry Potla, Council President 

finance Greg Skaljac 

Throughout the final quarter 

of the year, the Finance 

Committee has made several 

recommendations to City 

Council for their approval. 

Some of the first items considered 

were the acceptance 

of the various city employee 

benefit plans. These included 

accepting the proposals of Medical Mutual of 

Ohio for the provision of stop-loss protection 

for the city’s self-funded hospital and health 

benefit plan; Assurant for the provision of dental 

insurance for a two year period and life, accidental 

death and dismemberment insurance. The 

cost for single employees for the health benefit 

plan with Medical Mutual will be $43.13 per 

month and $96.64 per month for family coverage 

in 2011. The dental plan will cost $27.76 

per month for single employees and $86.02 per 

month for family coverage. The group term 

life insurance will provide a $50,000 benefit at 

the cost of $138 per month for each covered 

employee. In addition, the committee authorized 

the extension of the city’s administrative 

contract with Medical Mutual of Ohio for medical 

care administrative services in the annual 

amount of $94,937. 

As budgeted for 2010, the committee 

approved the final quarterly transfer resolution 

during our October 19th meeting. In addition 

to the transfer ordinance, the committee and 

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City Council approved an appropriation ordinance 

request which made the following material 

change: several salary line items were adjusted 

to reflect the reduction in staffing during 2010 

for a total reduction in expenditure budget of 

$131,500; budget increase in three General Fund 

line items to cover additional expenses for electrical 

service for Street Lighting and Human Services 

and special services in Prisoner Support. 

Additionally, the Finance Committee made the 

following recommendations of approval to City 

Council: 

Enter into a contract with the General Health 

District of Cuyahoga County for 2011 whereby 

the General Health District will furnish to the city 

all necessary medical services, nursing, sanitary, 

laboratory and other health services as required 

by the Ohio Revised Code for the annual sum of 

$49,513. 

Continued participation with RITA in the 

Delinquent Tax Collection Program for an 

amount not to exceed $7,500. 

Contract with Sungard Public Sector in the 

amount of $35,012 to provide annual maintenance 

for the Finance & Building Department 

software programs. 

Approve Color Bar as the vendor to print and 

mail the 2011 City Calendars in the amount of 

$5,200. 

Approve the City’s various professional service 

monthly fees for October & November in the 

total amount of $57,583 

Authorize the payment of $3,950 to the 

Brecksville Historical Association for their 2010 

grant request. 

In December, the committee and the rest of 

City Council will be approving the 2011 budget. 

The major assumptions that are being used 

to determine the budget are as follows: Income 

tax revenues are estimated to decrease by 3.5% 

overall due to the VA Hospital employees leaving 

the facility during the second half of the 

year; Property tax revenue are estimated to be 

2.9% higher as advised by the County Budget 

Commission; General Fund revenues are budgeted 

2.7% less; Medical expenses are estimated 

to be 16% higher in 2011; employee staffing 

levels will remain the same as 2010 and the hiring 

freeze will remain in place; employee salaries 

are estimated to remain the same as 2010; total 

General Fund expenditures are estimated to be 

4.4% less than 2010; no transfers are anticipated 

from the General Fund to the Capital Funds; 

Reimbursement requests to Cuyahoga County 

District 13 Funds will be made to fund 2010-11 

projects up to $1,000,000; transactions for the 

Riverview Road Sanitary Sewer Line project will 

be captured in the Ohio Public Works Fund; 

$400,000 of debt from the Edgerton Regional 

Storm Water project will be paid off in addition to 

the city’s other $1.8M of general debt obligations. 

As always, we will continue to be conservative 

with our taxpayer’s money while continuing to 

provide the many outstanding city services that we 

have all come to enjoy in our community. 

Happy Holidays to everyone and please join us 

in celebrating our City’s Bicentennial during the 

many events we have planned for 2011. 

buildings & grounds 

Louis N. Carouse, Jr. 

The Buildings and Grounds 

Committee continues to work 

within the City’s conservative 

budget for both the end 

of 2010 and with the 2011 

budget. But that doesn’t mean 

that we haven’t been busy with 

many necessary items, many 

of which are to maintain our 

properties in good and safe condition. 

The Administration had a study conducted 

by Jones Fish Hatcheries or our Municipal Lake 

to determine if sediment removal was needed. 

Although sediment has built up over the years, no 

work is needed now as there is sufficient depth to 

provide for the plant and wildlife in the lake. 

A sewer line is being installed on the Blossom 

property from the Co-op school building to Barr 

Road by Felix Waterproofing for $18,000.00. 

This will abandon the septic system that currently 

exists for this building. The Co-op Preschool and 

the City have also entered into a new lease agreement 

for another 3 years. Also, special baseball 

diamond soil has been purchased for our baseball 

fields from Kurtz Brothers for $8,900.00. This 

soil helps to make the diamonds playable more 

quickly after wet weather which will minimize 

rain out games.

At the Community Center, three Precor treadmills 

are being purchased from Commercial 

Fitness Solutions for $12,780.00 to replace older 

units that have become too expensive to maintain. 

The treadmills are some of the most heavily used 

equipment in the fitness area. Sports Equipment 

Specialists will be servicing our gymnasium basketball 

hoops for security purposes at a cost of 

$5,600.00. And we have purchased two media 

displays for the Community Center to provide 

information on our programs and upcoming 

events. This will help to communicate the activities 

to the residents. 

With our Bicentennial year underway and 

the many projects associated with it, we are 

pursuing a conceptual design for a bicentennial 

monument to memorialize our two hundredth 

birthday. Proposed for the City Hall campus, it 

would include a tall spire surrounded by benches 

and a time capsule. The City has also applied 

for a Municipal Energy Grant program with the 

County. This is an ASHRAE Level II energy 

audit of municipal buildings that will give us 

direction as to how to improve our energy consumption 

and to prioritize facility improvements 

and maintenance. 

Stay warm, be safe and partake in the 

Bicentennial. 

safety-service 

Nora Murphy 

The Safety-Service 

Committee recommended 

to City Council several 

Police and Fire Department 

Appointments. John J. 

Lobenthal and Thomas R. 

Angelici have been appointed 

part-time Police Officers and 

part-time Jailers. Robert A. Kristanko has been 

appointed part-time Patrolman and Michael A. 

Passalacqua will serve as part-time dispatcher in 

the Police Department. Jared J. Winar has been 

appointed as a part-time Firefighter/Paramedic in 

the Brecksville Fire Department. We would like 

to welcome these gentlemen and wish them good 

luck in their new positions. 

City Council authorized the purchase of two 

2011 International trucks, cab and chassis through 

the State of Ohio, Department of Transportation. 

An ordinance authorizing the purchase of a 

Dell Latitude Mobile Data Terminal and digital 

video system equipment from the State of Ohio, 

Department of Administrative Services, State 

Purchasing was passed. 

The Fire Department requested and Safety- 

Service recommended the purchase a LIFEPACK 

15 Cardio/Monitor/Defibrillator. 

We would like to extend our best wishes to 

Lee Hurley of the Service Department and James 

Larkman of the Police Department. After many 

years of faithful service to the City of Brecksville, 

they are retiring. 

As we begin 2011 may I extend a sincere wish 

for good health and happiness to all Brecksville 

families. 

streets & sidewalks 

Gerald F. Broski 

Each year, the condition 

of streets within the city is 

evaluated to establish priorities 

for the following year’s 

road program. City Council 

approved the 2011 Road 

Repair and Maintenance 

Program as presented to the 

Streets & Sidewalks Committee and bids for the 

various components were received on November 

29, 2010. 

The 2011 Road Program includes the continuation 

of asphalt repairs on Highland Drive from 

Oakes Road to Valley Parkway, Barr Road from 

Highland Drive to the OH Turnpike Bridge, 

Barr Road from the OH Turnpike Bridge to the 

City Line, and Old Royalton Road from Stadium 

Drive to the bridge. Concrete slab, curb, and 

sidewalk repairs are planned at various locations 

throughout the City. Roller and equipment rental, 

street striping, reclamite, partial depth repairs, 

and crack fill are other aspects of the road repair 

and maintenance program. City officials are very 

proud that our Service Department performs 

much of the road program work at substantial 

cost savings to our residents. 

As with all infrastructure projects, there is the 

possibility that unknown obstacles make it necessary 

to increase the project scope, costs, and/or 

cause potential delays to a project. City Council 

and the Administration are continually monitoring 

and modifying, as necessary, ongoing and 

planned capital improvement projects in relation 

to the approved budget, unanticipated situations, 

and mandates from state and federal government 

agencies. 

The Service Department will continue to do an 

excellent job of keeping our streets and roads safe 

and salted. We ask those who hire private contractors 

to plow their drives – please, do not push 

snow into the right-of-way. 

Best wishes for a Happy New Year. 

utilities Michael Harwood 

Since the last reporting 

period a number of utilities 

projects have made significant 

progress through 2010 

construction completion and/ 

or preparing for a construction 

start in 2011. We provide 

the following summary 

of project status: 

The following projects have completed construction, 

or are currently in the construction 

phase: 

• The Old Royalton Bridge Number 107, construction 

continues to progress on schedule 

working to a mid-summer 2011 completion 

date. The scope of work under Number 108, 

scour project has been completed. 

• Riverview Road sanitary sewer relocation and 

pavement repair, the overall construction scope 

of work has been completed. The final restoration 

will be completed in the spring. 

• Hollis Court Storm Outfall Project; the overall 

construction scope of work has been completed, 

and similar to the Riverview Road Project the 

final restoration will be completed in the spring. 

The following projects are in the various stages of 

the design, bid, and permitting process: 

• Riverview Road sanitary sewer extension project; 

as indicated in the last report the project’s 

design and permit requirements are complete, 

including all necessary agency reviews. The 

start of the special assessment procedures per 

the Ohio Revised Code, have been implemented 

to establish the assessment cost values. 

• Snowville Road sanitary sewer improvements 

project; both the City Engineer, and the County 

Sanitary Engineer have completed their review 

of the design and construction documents. 

• Old Royalton Road Storm Sewer Replacement 

Project, the design and construction documents 

are complete. The City Engineer will be presenting 

to the Utilities Committee and Council 

for recommendation to issue for bidding. 

• Various Storm Outfall Projects, Meadow Lane, 

Chippewa, and the North Court Projects 

are in various stages of site investigation for 

establishing the design criteria for construction 

documents. The Whitewood Project will 

be designed and constructed by the County 

Sanitary Engineer. 

• Gatewood Road Project, the start of design and 

construction documents is anticipated to begin 

first part of 2011. 

DOPWIC has released their preliminary scores 

for all projects which were submitted for funding 

for 2011. At this time, neither the Wiese 

Road Retaining Wall Replacement Project nor the 

Highland, Oakes, and Lawnpark watermain lining 

projects scored high enough to receive State of 

Ohio funding. 

Through the Service Director, City Engineer, 

and the Administration we continue to review 

and prioritize infrastructure projects throughout 

the community that will require implementation 

while at the same time addressing day to day 

issues. 

If at anytime you have questions with regard to 

current or future projects please do not hesitate to 

contact me. 

legislation Rex Mack 

In 2010, the Legislation 

Committee discussed and 

made recommendations 

regarding a number of 

considerations including 

preservation of city historical 

documents, businesses 

operated from home, solar 

energy systems, accessory buildings on residential 

property, the keeping of farm animals within 

the city, requirements for topographical surveys, 

requirements for building permits, educational 

requirements for police department appointments, 

and floodplain management. 

It may interest you to know that the Federal 

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legislation Rex Mack 

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Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 

recently completed a re-evaluation of flood 

hazards in Brecksville. With the recent reevaluation 

and as a condition of continued 

eligibility in the National Flood Insurance 

Program (NFIP), communities are required 

to adopt floodplain management regulations 

that meet certain standards outlined by the 

NFIP. Community participation in the NFIP 

is important as it enables many of our residents 

the opportunity to obtain flood insurance at 

more favorable rates. As recommended by 

Legislation Committee, City Council passed 

legislation to provide the minimum standards 

required by the NFIP and allowing Brecksville 

to continue eligibility in the Program. 

Your November 2nd General Election Ballot 

listed the proposed zoning amendment to 

supplement section 1151.25 of our City Code 

relating to the number of accessory buildings 

on residential property. The amendment was 

written to allow no more than two detached 

accessory buildings on any one lot, except that 

there shall be not more than one detached 

garage on any one lot. For the change in 

Zoning Code to have been passed, the public 

must have recorded an affirmative vote of 55% 

or higher. With the vote returning 54.33 % 

in favor, the amendment was NOT passed and 

will NOT take effect. 

Should you ever wish to review any legislation, 

a computerized version of the Brecksville 

Code of Ordinances is available for you 

for reference at the Brecksville Branch of 

The Cuyahoga County Library. The code 

of ordinances is also available for reference 

at Brecksville City Hall by contacting City 

Council Clerk Mary Scullin at 526-2609 or 

mscullin@brecksville.oh.us. 

Resourceful 

Information at the 

Human Services 

Center 

Every day folks call the Human Services 

Center for information about a variety of 

subjects. If you have a moment to browse, 

visit the lobby of the Human Services 

Center and explore our rotating pamphlet 

rack containing a wide range of helpful 

brochures. 

There are answers about medical alert 

pendants, veterans’ benefits, home health 

care givers, assisted living and skilled nursing 

locations, persons who help with cooking, 

cleaning and home repairs, and so 

many more. 

And while you’re here, sign up for the 

next Thursday luncheon. The food is 

fabulous. 

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human services center 

Arts & Crafts 

Brecksville Handcrafters 

Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 – Learn how 

to make greeting cards, place cards and 

almost anything using all sorts of things 

including wallpaper. Or knit, crochet, cross 

stitch, needlepoint, tat and scrapbook. Oh 

yes, a little bit of chit chat goes on too. 

You’ll make new friends. Free to registered 

members. 

Watercolor with Judi Roszak 

Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 – It doesn’t 

matter if you’re a beginner or have been 

painting all your life. Classes are small 

enabling Judi to give one-on-one personal 

instruction regardless of your ability. 

A “punch pass” for 6 sessions is $30 for 

Brecksville residents, $40 for non residents. 

Walk-ins are $7 for members, $9 for non 

members and $11 for non resident, non 

members. 

Fitness Programs 

Tai Chi with Ken Owen 

Tai Chi for Arthritis - Wednesdays from 

11:00 to Noon – FREE class with paid 

membership in either the Community 

Center or Human Services Center - A specialized 

version to help you deal with those 

aches and pains. It really works! 

Tai Chi is the ancient Chinese exercise 

experience that is the just right exercise for 

people who are looking to stretch and tone 

without getting sore! A great way to loosen 

up those tight muscles. 

Classes begin January 20 - February 24 

from 6-6:45 pm 

6-week beginner sessions are $30 for 

Brecksville resident. 


members. 

Armchair Exercise 

with Daga Moroz 

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:45 – 

11:45 Totally free! 

You’ll be amazed at how much you’ll be 

able to do sitting down that will make you 

feel better! 

Yoga with Denise Clement 

General Yoga - 

Mondays from 9:15 to 10:15 am 

Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 am 

Stretch, tone, build strength and work the 

heart. 

Dress comfortably, bring a mat and water 

bottle. 

A “punch pass” for 6 sessions is $30 for 

Brecksville residents. 


members. No class February 21. 

Cards and Games 

Free for registered members 

Canasta – Tuesdays from 1 to 4 

Dominoes – Thursdays from 1:15 to 

4:30 

Duplicate Bridge – Mondays and 

Fridays from 1 to 4. 

Bring a partner or just bring yourself. 

Bridge After Dark!! – Bridge every 

Thursday night from 7-9:50. 

Bridge – Tuesdays 1-4 

Texas Hold ‘Em – Fridays from 10:00 to 

noon. Bring a canned food item to “buy” 

chips. You might win a free lunch. 

Mah Jongg – Wednesdays from 9 to 

Noon 

Health Programs 

Blood Pressure Screenings – Every 

Monday from 9 -11:45. Free! 

Hearing Screenings – Every second 

Tuesday of even numbered months (Feb.- 

April-June-Aug., etc.) 12:30 to 1:30. 

The next screening is February 9. 

Call 1-800-916-1972 for an appointment. 

- Free. 

Recovery 

Recovery, Inc. meets Fridays from 10:00 

to noon. Having trouble dealing with your 

emotions? Recovery, Inc. is a self help program 

that will help you cope in a friendly, 

small-group atmosphere. Meetings are held 

in a private room. Free coffee!

Meals on Wheels 

The Human Services Center is the headquarters 

for the local Meals on Wheels 

program. Volunteers deliver a warm lunch 

and cold supper Monday through Friday 

mornings. Cost is $25 per week. Call 526- 

2499 for enrollment information. Drivers 

are needed! Call 526-2499. 

Senior Transportation 

Need a ride? Transportation is available 

for residents 60 and over, Monday through 

Friday from 9 to 4. Our cars will take 

you to a medical appointment anywhere 

in Cuyahoga County. Our van will take 

you on errands on Tuesday and Thursday. 

Our bus will take you to a restaurant on 

Wednesday and a shopping mall on Friday. 

An application on file is necessary. Call the 

Human Services Center for more information 

at 526-2499. 

World War II 

Memories 

WW II aviators Ben Jeremiah and 

Homer Farr lead a monthly storytelling of 

memories and experiences from War II. 

We share stories from the front and the 

home front remembering the support given 

toward national defense and personal reflections 

on travel, experiences and knowledge 

of other cultures. 

The sessions are free and open to anyone 

of any age. 

Meetings are every 3rd Wednesday of the 

month starting at 10:30 am at the Human 

Services Center in the Gathering Room. 

Free coffee and goodies! 

Next meetings are January 19 

and February 16. 

BRECKSVILLE 

R T T 

AV E L E R S 

Seniors 

of the Year 

It’s time for nominations for the 

Senior Volunteer Man and Woman of 

the Year sponsored by the Department 

of Human Services and the Brecksville 

Kiwanis Club. Pick up a nomination 

form at the Human Services Center. 

Deadline for nominations is 

March 25. The annual Volunteer of 

the Year luncheon is Tuesday, May 24 

at the Human Services Center. 

The 2010 Senior Volunteers of the 

Year are Shirley and John Galik. 

Technology 

Brecksville Computer Users 

Group 

Thursdays from 6:30 to 9 in the old 

school at Blossom. If your computer is sick 

with a virus or whatever they can help. Call 

for more info at 526-8836. Or join up if 

you love tinkering with computers. 

General Computer Use 

The Human Services Center has three 

computers and a printer with e-mail and 

Internet capability just waiting for you. 

Walk in anytime except Thursday from 

1-3:30 pm and sit right down. Free! 

Kent State University Museum 

“The Katherine Hepburn 

Exhibition” 

Friday, February 11, 2011. 

We will depart Brecksville Muni Lot at 

9:00 am. Lunch is included and will be 

served at 1 pm at The Tomato Grill in 

Hudson. We will return to Brecksville at 

3:30 pm.. 

Katherine Hepburn: “On screen and 

off epitomized the modern American 

woman-smart, independent, active, 

honest, feisty, and outspoken. In terms 

of fashion, Katherine blazed trails by 

popularizing slacks for women, wearing 

or adapting men’s suites as women’s 

apparel, and helping internationalize 

what is now called “ The American 

Style.” See costumes designed for her by 

Valentina, Coco Chanel, Edith Head & 

Cecil Beaton. Movie frames and stage 

stills along side the garments will bring 

back many memories. Cost is $25 for 

residents. 

“Number 1 Hits 

of the 60’s Show” 

Carrie Cerino’s Ballroom 

Thursday, March 31, 2011 

5:30 pm Mini-bus pick up 

Brecksville Muni Lot 

6:30 pm Dinner (included) 

7:30 pm #1 Hits of the 60”s Show 

10:00 pm Return to Brecksville 

Number 1 Hits of the 60’s is a fast 

paced, high-energy show from Branson, 

MO. The award-winning cast of singers 

and dancers takes you back to the British 

Invasion, California Surfin’, Motown, and 

the Age of Aquarius. Visit the Beatles, 

The Supremes, The Temptations, Frankie 

Valli and many more. This show will 

feature comedy skits, historical videos, 

and a special tribute to Vietnam Veterans. 

Fun-Fun-Fun! Cost is $47 for residents. 

For All Travelers events information 

call 526-2499. Registration is on a first 

come first serve basis at the Human 

Services Center or the Community 

Center. 

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human services center 

Jump in, the Water’s Fine 

That’s good advice. A study suggests that working out in 

90-degree water for three hours a week for eight months may help 

ease fibromyalgia symptoms. Aquatic therapy is less stressful on 

the body and heated water may help relax muscles. Where can you 

do this? In the warm water therapy pool at the Human Services 

Center of course. 

Pick up a detailed pool schedule at the front desk. 

t h e r a p y p o o l s c h e d u l e 

monday 

8:30-9:00 Doctor Approved Self-Directed Therapy 

9:00-10:00 Liquid Strength 

10:00-11:00 Arthritis Class 

6:30-7:30 Nora’s Water Exercise 

11:00-6:30 

Self-Directed Therapy 

7:30-7:50 

tuesday 

8:30-6:00 Self-Directed Therapy 

6:00-7:00 AQUAfit 


wednesday 





11:30-12:30 Learn to Swim (Pool Closed) 

6:30-7:30 Nora’s Water Exercise 

12:30-6:30 

Self-Directed Therapy 

7:30-7:50 

thursday 


6:00-7:00 Learn to Swim (Pool Closed) 


friday 




11-Noon AQUAfit 

Noon-4:30 Self-Directed Therapy 

saturday 

9:00-10:00 AQUAfit 


sunday (pool is closed) 

Tuesday Brunch Bunch 

Brunch is served in the Human Services Gathering Room on 

Tuesday’s from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. The cost is $3.00 and all ages 

are welcome. Meals include coffee, decaf coffee, hot tea, main 

entree, fruit and juice. See page 18 for a detailed menu. 

Mayor Hruby’s “pick flick” 

is Every Month 

By far, the most popular weekly event at the Human Services 

Center is “Feast and a Flick,” a full course lunch at noon every 

Thursday followed by a great movie. Mayor Hruby, a film buff, 

does a special presentation complete with his narrative every 

month. Look for him every fourth Thursday of the month with 

one of his “specials.” It’s not necessary to come for lunch first 

(although why wouldn’t you!?) and the movie is free! 

january 

20 BBQ pork sandwich on bun, cole slaw, roasted red skin 

potatoes, apple crisp and vanilla ice cream. 

27 Lasagna, Italian green beans, garlic bread, garden salad, 

dessert. 

february 

3 Lou’s kielbasa with sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, vegetable, 

apple sauce, rye bread, carrot cake. 

10 Valentine’s Day Celebration! Chicken cordon bleu, rice 

pilaf, vegetable, dinner roll, salad, Lovely dessert. 

17 Ham and scalloped potatoes, vegetable, dinner roll, salad, 

puff pastry with cherry filling. 

24 VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON 

(kitchen closed today) 

Cost is $5 for residents and $7 non-resident guests. 

Please Note: There are no meals served during the week of a 

City holiday. Remember to reserve your seat by calling Human 

Services the Monday before the lunch. 

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estaurant and mall trips 

january 

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 

4 5 6 7 

Brecksville Errands 

Yours Truly- 

Independence 


8 11 12 13 14 


Fisher’s Café- 

Peninsula 


15 18 19 20 21 


King Wah-Rocky 

River 


22 25 26 27 28 


Quaker Steak and 

Lube-Valley View 


february 

Macedonia 

Commons 

Parmatown Mall 

Macy’s on the Heights 

Summit Mall 

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 

1 2 3 4 


Winking Lizard- 

Macedonia 

Brecksville Errands Southpark Mall 

6 8 9 10 11 


Clementine’s-Olmsted 

Falls 

Brecksville Errands Great Northern Mall 

13 15 16 17 18 


B Spot Burgers- 

Woodmere 

Brecksville Errands Broadview Plaza 

20 22 23 24 25 

Brecksville Errands D’Angelo’s-Twinsburg Brecksville Errands Beachwood Mall 

c h e e r s f o r 

o u r 

d r i v e r s ! 

Kim Colens, Mitch Kruszynski 

and Bill Kovacs are three of our 

loyal drivers who take seniors to 

appointments. Tim McDonel, 

Barb Meyer and B.J. Niccoli are 

faithful Meals on Wheels drivers. 

We always need more drivers 

for both programs, especially 

mini van and mini bus drivers. 

Volunteer please by calling 

526-2499. 

And thanks to Bert and Barb 

Neal for their many years of service 

as Meals on Wheels drivers. 

If you would like the good and 

important feeling that comes 

with delivering Meals on Wheels 

we need you! Call 526-2499 for 

more information. 

Meals On 

Wheels Needs 

Drivers 

The Meals On Wheels program 

is in search of volunteer drivers willing 

to deliver meals one day a week. 

Must provide your vehicle and gas. 

Meals on Wheels serves shut ins 

in Brecksville and Broadview Hts. 

Please call 526-2499. 

Low Income Snow Plowing 

for Seniors 

The Human Services Center offers driveway snow plowing for 

low income seniors. 

The program is solely for low income seniors 70 and over who 

have no one to clear their driveway. All residents must apply regardless 

of whether you have qualified in the past. 

The only proof of income document acceptable is an official letter 

from the Ohio Department of Development indicating household 

eligibility for the 2009-2010 or 2010-2011 Home Energy 

Assistance Program, commonly referred to as HEAP. Proof of age is 

also required. 

Homestead Exemption and 

Homestead Water Applications 

Available 

Applications are now available at the Human Services Center for 

the Homestead Exemption (to lower your property tax bill) and 

Homestead Water discount. 

To qualify you must be at least 65, or totally and permanently 

disabled, and own and reside in your home. For the Homestead 

Water discount your household annual income may not exceed 

$29,500. 

The deadline for applications is June 7, 2011. 

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Collecting Family History 

The Bicentennial Historian Committee has created a Family 

Memory Project in hopes it will assist your future relatives with 

your family history. This type of information is also invaluable 

to future residents, students, and researchers who will research a 

specific home, business, building, or organization. 

The Family Memory Project consists of… A Family History, 

Fun Facts, and an Opportunity to Share a Memory. You can 

provide information for all or any of these forms. Your answers 

will be available to the public through the historical societies or 

the Bicentennial Committee. 

This Family Memory Project will be maintained by the 

Brecksville Historical Association (BHA). The BHA will scan 

and/or copy whatever news clippings, magazine articles, or electronic 

media, written by you or about you, or your family, that 

you are willing to include with your Family History. You and 

members of your family can continue to add information to 

your Family History file and the BHA may also add documents 

in their possession that relate to you and your family. 

A copy of the Family History Project is available at the 

Brecksville Community Center, Brecksville Human Services 

Center and will be available online at www.brecksville.oh.us on 

the Bicentennial web page. 

Fun was ha 

We’re Playing with History 

Look for the first edition of the 

Bicentennial Playing Cards to go on 

sale in February. The cards feature 54 

historic photos and educational facts 

about the City of Brecksville and were 

sponsored by community members. 

The decks will sell for $10 a piece 

at the Human Services Center, the 

Community Center and online at 

www.brecksville.oh.us. 

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Photography is courtesy of Cleveland Photography Club, Bill Rittman, 

Doug Huth, Arlan Heiser and Ron Wilson.

d by all… 

Brecksville Pioneer Families Bicentennial Invitation 

Calling all descendants of pioneer families 

who settled in Brecksville Township, 

Cuyahoga County, Ohio sometime before 

1836. 

2011 is the Bicentennial of the settling of 

Brecksville Township. The City of Brecksville 

is celebrating all year long with a special 

emphasis coming during Home Days 2011, 

which will be held June 23-26 on Public 

Square. 

As part of the Home Days event, the 

Bicentennial Committee will recognize 

descendants of the pioneer settlers who 

came to Brecksville Township during the 

first 25 years (1811-1836), became permanent 

residents, and raised families. If you are 

descended from one of the pioneer families 

(see below), you may want to plan on joining 

the celebration. 

For details on the year-long Bicentennial, go 

to the Brecksville website at www.brecksville. 

oh.us. Details on how to participate in the 

Home Days celebration and be recognized as a 

pioneer family descendent will be posted there 

when they become available. 

Brecksville Pioneer Families 

Wives maiden names are indicated in 

parentheses where known. 

Year of arrival in Brecksville Township is 

indicated in parentheses. 

Adams, Augustus & Polly (Farnum) 

(before 1835) 

Allen, Thomas J & Marana (Morgan) 

(before 1830) 

Barnes, Aaron & Roxy (Fenn) (early) 

Bourn, Lemuel & Delia (Waite) (1812) 

Breck, Edward & Clarissa (1835) 

Breck, John Adams & Rachel (King) (1835) 

Bratton, Robert (1831) 

Breen, John (1812) 

Clark, Fred & Fanny (Clapp) (1830) 

Cole, Jesse (early) 

Colson, Bolter & Harriet (Waite) (1812) 

Dillow, Andrew & Elizabeth (Farrar) (1812) 

Edgerton, Joseph & Candace (Rice) (1814) 

Fitzwater, John & Sabra (Pickens) (1836) 

Hunt, Moses & Emeline (Dewey) (1833) 

Johnson, Edward & Margaret (St Clair) 

(1812) 

McCreary, David & Mary (Johnston) 

(before 1826) 

Newell, Thaddeus & Rachel (early) 

Oakes, Cary & Tamar (Easton) (1816) 

Oakes, William & Sally (Cooley) (1816) 

Packard, Isaac & Polly (before 1826) 

Paine, Seth & Hannah (Nash) (1811) 

Rice, Aaron & Lona (Thomson) (1813) 

Rice, Ebenezer & Eunice (Rice) (1813) 

Rich, Charles & Jane (1835) 

Rust, Edward & Hermina (Thorpe) 

(before 1835) 

Snow, Russ & Ruth (Hibbard) (1835) 

Waite, Benjamin & Zilpha (Howard) (1812) 

Wilcox, Josiah & Jemima (Griswold) (1816) 

Wyatt, Ezra & Elizabeth (1818) 

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safety & service 

Frigid temperatures are as 

harmful to seniors as heat waves 

in summer. Follow these guidelines 

and precautions to ‘winter 

proof’ senior homes and safeguard 

health. 

When outside 

T Dress warmly in loose fitting 

clothes, layering when possible. 

Favor mittens over gloves as 

fingers generate warmth as 

they rub against each other. 

During cold weather always 

wear a head cover, as 30-50% 

of body heat is lost through 

the head. A scarf or mouth 

covering will help to protect 

lungs against cold air. 

T Frostbite and hypothermia are 

two of the biggest dangers that 

face seniors. Most susceptible 

body parts are fingers, toes, ear 

lobes and noses. Symptoms 

of frostbite include numbness 

and a white cast to the skin in 

the affected area. Warm body 

parts quickly, but be careful 

not to scald. 

Winter Safety Precautions for Seniors 

T Keep hydrated. Many find 

it difficult to drink adequate 

liquid when it’s colder, but 

seniors are more susceptible 

to dehydration than younger 

people. As in warmer weather, 

try to drink 6-8 glasses of 

water a day. 

T If forced to shovel snow, try 

to take frequent breaks. The 

exercise, combined with colder 

temperatures adds more strain 

to the heart. Every winter, 

people succumb to heart 

attacks while shoveling snow, 

so listen to your body. If 

you’re tired, rest! 

T Make sure shoes have a good 

rubber tread to avoid slips and 

falls. A broken hip or leg can 

be a devastating injury to a 

senior. If canes and walkers 

are utilized, make sure rubber 

tips are in good condition. 

Inside 

T Keep thermostat set at least 

65° to prevent hypothermia. 

Inexpensive plastic sheeting 

over windows will help insulate 

the home. These windowcovering 

kits are available at 

“big box stores” as well as 

most hardware stores. 

T Make sure smoke detectors 

are in good working order and 

replace used batteries with 

fresh ones. For seniors who 

utilize fuel-burning heaters, 

fireplaces and appliances, be 

on the safe side and purchase 

carbon monoxide detectors. 

Remember, carbon monoxide 

is colorless and odorless. 

T It’s best for seniors to stay 

indoors as much as possible 

in cold winter conditions. 

The most common signs and 

symptoms of hypothermia 

are: uncontrolled shiver, slow 

or slurred speech, a sense 

of exhaustion, stumbling, 

memory loss, drowsiness, disorientation. 

If you or someone 

you know is experiencing 

these signs, get medical help 

immediately, but if that’s 

not possible, try to warm 

the victim gradually, help 

them change into warm, 

dry clothing and then cover 

with a blanket, making sure 

to cover the head and neck 

as well. Hypothermia can 

develop in days or weeks, so 

keep an eye on loved ones. 

T Finally, ensure that you or 

a loved one is fully stocked 

with medications, medicines, 

food and water, in 

addition to making sure 

they have adequate heat. 

Following these winter precautions 

will help ensure that 

you and your loved ones stay as 

comfortable and healthy during 

the winter season as possible. 

Seniors should take advantage 

of the hot nutritious 

lunches at the Human Services 

Center on Tuesdays and 

Thursdays. 

Be Prepared 

T Make sure your vehicle is in good repair 

T Replace worn tires 

T Check all fluids 

T Never let your gas tank get below ¼ full 

T Keep some extra supplies in your vehicle in the event of an emergency 

(see Winter Auto Supply Check List) 

Driving 

T Allow extra time 

T Always completely clear your windshield and all windows before 

moving your vehicle 

T Increase the distance you would normally follow another vehicle 

T Remember the roads may be slippery or icy – Slow Down 

T Turning and stopping will be greatly affected 

T Remember, bridges and overpasses will freeze before the roadway 

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Winter Driving Tips 

T Although 4 wheel drive vehicles 

have better traction in slippery 

conditions, it doesn’t mean they 

won’t slide on ice or snow when 

braking 

T Use your low beam headlights 

during snow storms or other 

inclement weather 

Winter Auto Supply Check List 

Blanket 

Extra gloves and hats 

Small shovel 

Bottle of water 

Granola bars 

First-aid kit 

Extra windshield washer fluid 

Flashlight 

T If visibility becomes poor, find a safe place to pull over until 

conditions improve. Driving at a crawl often causes chain reaction 

crashes 

T If your vehicle becomes stuck or disabled, wait inside until help 

arrives. Use a cell phone to call for help. If you’re in the City of 

Brecksville, call 526-8900 on your cell phone, not 911.

Wednesday January 19 

Thursday February 17 

Wednesday March 16 

Thursday April 21 

Meeting Dates 

All meetings are a 7pm, in the Human 

Services Gathering Room 

Wednesday May 18 

Thursday September 15 

Wednesday October 19 

Thursday November 17 

Natural Gas Update 

Natural gas prices are rising but not at a rate to get excited about. 

Dominion East Ohio’s bench mark monthly variable rate is still in the 

$5.00 plus range. We doubt very much that their price will even hit 

$6.00 this winter. 

From here on out all you need is a variable rate. Dominion East 

Ohio (the original gas company, NOT Dominion East Ohio Energy,) 

NOPEC, IGS Energy and Integrys Energy all have the lowest variable 

rates. BUT, you must specify that you want to match Dominion East 

Ohio’s variable rate when you sign up. 

If you see the letters MVR on your bill call 526-2499. 

If you are paying more than $5.99 you’re paying too much. 

If you are buying your natural gas from NOPEC/Dominion Retail 

and paying a rate higher than $6.00 call NOPEC at 888-848-8914 and 

ask to be switched to their variable rate. 

Remember, never switch to a new natural gas supplier or change plans 

with a supplier until you are absolutely certain that your present supplier 

will not charge you an early termination fee. If you are called or solicited 

at your home do nothing before calling 526-2499. 

When Disaster Happens, 

Are You Prepared? 

Evaluate Your First Aid Kit 

Purchase a First Aid kit, add to one or even make one yourself. Store in 

a secure place away from children, and keep the contents up-to-date such 

as checking for working batteries and replacing disposable latex gloves. 

Suggested items include: 

T Various bandages, gauzes and adhesive tapes 

T Antiseptic ointment 

T Flashlight and batteries 

For a complete list go to www.redcross.org 

Learn Gas-Powered 

Equipment Safety 

Each year, nearly 400,000 people are treated in hospital emergency 

rooms for injuries from outdoor equipment, and one out of five 

deaths involves a child. Before starting up machinery, remove objects 

from the area in which you are working that can cause injury or damage 

equipment. Take these precautions: 

T Check that safety devices are in place and functioning properly 

before starting equipment. 

T Handle gasoline carefully. 

T Never fill gas tanks while machinery is running or still hot. 

T Wipe up spills, and store fuel in an approved container away from 

the house. 

T Never smoke around gasoline 

w h a t ’ s o n t h e c i t y c a l e n d a r 

january 

18 City Council 8 pm 

19 Telecommunications Commission 7 

pm 

23 Planning Commission 7 pm 

24 Recreation Commission 7:30 pm 

february 



5 Bicentennial Ball, Embassy Suites 

Independence, Ohio at 6 pm 

7 Board of Zoning Appeals 

9 Advisory Board to the Department of 

Human Services 3 pm 

Human Services Center 

12 Father/Daughter Dance, Community 

Center 7-9 pm 


All meetings are at City Hall unless noted otherwise. 

16 Telecommunications Commission 

7 pm 


21 President’s Day, All City Offices 

Closed, Community Center Open 

10 am-5 pm 

22 Conversation with the Mayor 2 pm 

Human Services Center 

23 Mayor Hruby’s State of the City 

Address 

6 pm Human Services Center 

24 Human Services Volunteer Tea 

Noon, Human Services Center 

28 Recreation Commission 7:30 pm 

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community center 

Fitness Schedule 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 

6:05 am Spinning ® Spinning ® Spinning ® Spinning ® Spinning ® 

8:05 am Spinning ® 

8:15 am Yoga Pilates Blend 

8:30 am Spinning ® Spinning ® 

9:00 am Body Toning Circuit 

9:15 am 


Straight to the Core 

Yoga 

Cardio/Strength 

Spinning ® 


Circuit Training 


Yoga Pilates Blend 

Spinning ® 

Power Tone 

Group Training 

Spinning ® 

10:15 am Zumba Power Tone & Stretch 

Spinning ® 

10:45 am FREE Armchair 

Exercise 

FREE Armchair 

Exercise 


4:30 pm Spinning ® 

Explosive Teen 

Workout 

Reps & Sets Spinning ® 

Explosive Teen 

Workout 

Reps & Sets 

5:45 pm Power Tone & Stretch Group Training Power Tone & Stretch Group Training 

6:00 pm Yoga 

6:30 pm Spinning ® Spinning ® Spinning ® Spinning ® 

6:45 pm 

7:00 pm 

Zumba 

Zumba 

Arm Chair Exercise (FREE) 

Combination of stretching and chair 

exercises put to music. This class is 

designed as a free class for those in 

the senior population. 

Body-Toning Circuit-Intervals 

use of weights targeting all the major 

muscle groups to sculpt your body. 

Simple cardio drills to burn maximum 

calories. Finish class with ab work and 

yoga stretches. 


Combination of aerobic and weight 

lifting to improve overall fitness. 

Circuit Training 1 hour of upper and 

lower strength training. 

Explosive Teen Workout 

Explosive cardio and basic sculpting 

designed for 14-18 year olds. 

Group Training 

Combine 2-3 exercises for each 

muscle group in an effective, fun 45 

minute strength session. 

Jazzercise 

When you love your workout, the 

results come easy. That’s why Jazzercise 

blends aerobics, yoga, Pilates, 

and kickboxing movements into fun 

dance routines set to fresh music. All 

fitness levels welcome! 

Jazzercise is not included in a 

Community Center fee schedule. 

Power Tone & Stretch 

A high intensity resistance 

training workout combined 

with traditional stretching using yoga 

poses designed to increase flexibility 

and decrease stress. 

Reps and Sets 

Join in and strengthen and tone your 

upper /lower body with a great hour of 

sculpting. Late afternoon workout that 

shapes the muscles and leaves you 

toned! 

SPINNING ® 

Spinning is a group cycling exercise 

that simulates an outdoor bike ride. 

You control the amount of resistance 

and speed with an instructor guiding 

you through a 1 hour session with 

40 to 45 minutes of cycling. 


Strengthen and tone the core with a 

45 minute abdominal workout. New 

moves and good results! 

Yoga 

A challenging yet relaxing class 

concentrating on alignment of poses 

(asanas) creating strength, flexibility 

and tone. Based on the principles of 

Iyengar yoga. 

Yoga Pilates Blend 

A flowing, unique feel good workout 

combining Yoga and Pilates exercises 

focusing on the core. Develop 

a strong, flexible back and abdominal 

wall. 

Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International 

music. Zumba is a mixture 

of body toning movements with easy 

to follow dance steps. Available for 

all ages. 

Taekwondo March 1 through April 23 

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Fitness Fees for 2011 

Walk-in SPINNING PASS: 12-PUNCH SPIN PASS UNLIMITED SPINNING: (NEW) 

Res/Member: $5 Res/Member: $45 Res/Member: $120 

Resident Non-Member: $7 Resident Non-Member: $55 Resident Non-Member: $140 

Non-Resident: $8 Non-Resident: $65 Non-Resident: $160 

Walk-in FITNESS PASS: 12-PUNCH FITNESS PASS UNLIMITED FITNESS: 

Res/Member: $5 Res/Member: $45 Res/Member: $80 

Resident Non-Member: $7 Resident Non-Member: $55 Resident Non-Member: $95 

Non-Resident: $8 Non-Resident: $65 Non-Resident: $115 

Little Stars 

Gymnastics 

Winter Session II 

Begin February 22 

Mom and Me 

Tuesday: 11:00am - 11:45am 

Thursday: 11:45am - 12:30pm 

Shining Suns 

Tuesday: 11:45am - 12:30pm or 1:00pm - 1:45pm 

Thursday: 11:00am - 11:45am or 1:00pm - 1:45pm 

Mighty Moons 

Tuesday or Thursday 4:00 pm - 4:45pm 

Meteorites 

Tuesday or Thursday 4:45pm - 5:30pm 

March 1 

Look for registration for these 

programs beginning March 1. 

Baseball 

Softball 

Tee Ball 

Start Smart Baseball 

Umpire Training 

Summer Camp 

Little Stars Gymnastics 

Coed Adult Softball 

Men’s Softball 

Remember online registration 

begins at 5 am. To signup online 

you must have a user id and 

password. Email Carolyn Jatsek 

in advance with your name, phone 

number and address at webtrac@ 

brecksville.oh.us. 

The City of Brecksville Soccer Academy is a 6 

week program designed and directed by Tony 

Niccoli. The City of Brecksville Soccer Academy’s 

format is to teach children about soccer 

and the fundamentals of athletic competition in 

a safe and fun environment. This academy will 

focus on the development of basic motor skills, 

as well as soccer fundamentals, like dribbling, 

passing, shooting and positioning. The City of 

Brecksville Soccer Academy stresses the importance of 

teamwork and sportsmanship while building the child’s confidence 

in participating in group activities. Your child will meet with their 

group once a week on Saturday. This time will be divided into drills, 

practice and scrimmaging. All sessions will meet at the Blossom 

Hill Soccer Fields. 

The City of Brecksville 

Soccer Academy 

Directed by Tony Niccoli 

U5 

Ages 4-5 years 

Days Dates Time: 

Sat. april 9-May 21 9:00-10:00am 

Registration Feb 1 and ends April 1 

Location All sessions are held at the Blossom Hill Soccer Fields. 

Cost $60 for Brecksville Community Center Members 

$70 for Brecksville Residents 

Players are responsible for purchasing their own cleats and shin 

guards. 

Soccer Academy for Spring 

U6 



Sat. april 9-May 21 10:00-11:00am 





Players are responsible for purchasing their own cleats and shin 

guards. 

U7 & U8 



Sat. april 9-May 21 11:00am-12:00pm 





Players are responsible for purchasing their own cleats and 

shin guards. 

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community center 

Kids n Company I 

This class is designed for children 6 months to 2 years of age. A responsible adult 

participant who is comfortable in the water must accompany each child during all 

class sessions. 

Location Human Services Therapy Pool 

Days Class Dates Class Times 

Wednesday 3/9/11 - 5/4/11 12:00-12:30p 

Thursday 3/10/11 - 5/5/11 7:00-7:30p 

Saturday 3/5/11 - 5/7/11 12:00-12:30p 

*No Class 3/26, 3/30, 3/31 & 4/23 

Registration Residents begin February 1 until 2 days before the first class.. 

Kids n Company II 

This class is designed for children 2 years to 4 years of age. A responsible adult 

participant who is comfortable in the water must accompany each child during all 

class sessions. 

Water exploration is encouraged, having fun is mandatory! 

Location Human Services Therapy Pool 


Wednesday 3/9/11 - 5/4/11 11:30-12:00p 

Thursday 3/10/11 - 5/5/11 6:30-7:00p 

Saturday 3/5/11 - 5/7/11 12:30-1:00p 

*No Class 3/26, 3/30, 3/31 & 4/23 

Registration Residents begin February 1 until 2 days before the first class. 

NOTE Children who are not potty trained must wear swim diapers in the water at all 

times. No child suffering from diarrhea will be allowed to participate in the program. 

Swim diapers are available for purchase at the Community Center front desk if 

needed. 

Adult Learn to Swim 

Adult Swimming Lessons meet the needs of the general public. This class is 

tailored to every individual’s needs and everyone will be progressed in the water according 

to their abilities. All areas of Learn to Swim will be covered in this class from 

water exploration to stroke development. Ages 15 and older. 

Location Brecksville Community Center indoor pool. 

Beginner Class Dates 3/10/11 - 5/5/11 

This class is for students who are not comfortable in the water. We begin by teaching 

proper body position and use simple, safe exercises to encourage placing the 

face in the water and learning to float. 

Meet Day Class Times 

Thursday 6:30P - 7:15P 

*No Class 3/31 

Registration Residents begin February 1. 

Please Note: A discount will be given when 3 or more 

children are registered for the same type of program. 

The net cost will be $20 (plus certification fees where 

applicable) for the third child and after. 

Preschool I & II 

This class is designed for children 4 and 5 years of age. Please refer to the website 

for more information. www.brecksville.oh.us/departments/recreation. 

Location BCC–Brecksville Community Center 


Tuesday 3/8/11 - 5/3/11 6:00-6:30p 

Thursday 3/10/11 - 5/5/11 4:30-5:00p 

Saturday 3/5/11 - 5/7/11 11:00-11:30a 

*No Class 3/29, 3/26, 3/31 & 4/23 

Registration Residents begin February 1 until 2 days before the first class. 

Learn to Swim Levels 1-6.1 

Location Brecksville Community Center 

Session Class Dates Class Times Levels 

Days 

Tuesday 3/8/11 - 5/3/11 5:00-5:50p 1 - 6.1 

Tuesday 3/8/11 - 5/3/11 6:00-6:50p 3 - 6.1 

Thursday 3/10/11 - 5/5/11 4:30-5:20p 3 - 6.1 

Thursday 3/10/11 - 5/5/11 5:30-6:20p 1 - 6.1 

Saturday 3/5/11 - 5/7/11 10:00-10:50a 1 - 6.1 

Saturday 3/5/11 - 5/7/11 11:00-11:50a 3 - 6.2 

*No Class 3/29, 3/26, 3/31 & 4/23 

Registration Residents begin February 1. 

Pricing for the Aquatic programs 

Kids N Company and Preschool 

Members $40 Residents $50 

Learn to Swim 

Members $45 Residents $55 

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American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training 

The purpose of the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course 

is to provide individuals, ages 11 to 15, with the information and skills 

necessary to provide safe and responsible care for infants and children 

in the absence of parents or adult guardians. This training will help 

participants develop skills in leadership and professionalism, basic care, 

safety and safe play and first aid. Students will also be taught what to 

do if an infant or child is choking or needs rescue breathing. (No certifications 

are given) Pencil and paper are required for class and bring a 

lunch to this class. 

Friday, January 21 9 am-4 pm 

Wednesday, February 16 & 23 4:30 pm -8pm 

Friday, March 4 9 am-4 pm 

Friday, March 25 9 am-4 pm 

Cost: $30 for Community Center members, $40 for non-members 

An additional $30 for supplies and certification fee made payable to the 

American Red Cross is due on the first day of class 

Registration in progress

Need a Massage? 

The Community Center offers wonderful massages by 

Restoring Touch. Contact Lisa M. Cooper, LMT 

at 216-233-3670 

Pee Wee Basketball 

Boys and Girls—Kindergarten, 

1st Grade, 2nd Grade 

Ages 5-8 year olds in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade 

Mar. 12 - Apr. 16 9:00 am - 4:00pm 

No class Saturday, March 26. 

Kindergarten—Saturday mornings, 1st Grade—Saturday mornings/afternoons 

and 2nd Grade—Saturday mornings/afternoons 

(All schedules are subject to change) 

Registration In progress and ends February 20 

(Space is limited. Please register early) 

Cost $50 for BCC members and $60 for residents 

The Pee Wee Basketball program is a 6 week program for both 

boys and girls in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade. The program 

takes place on Saturdays between 9:00am and 4:00pm 

at the Brecksville Community Center. (We will know exact 

times once the number of teams is determined). The program 

is broken into three separate divisions: Kindergartners are in 

one division; 1st graders in another and 2nd graders are in a 

third division. Every Saturday each team will be paired with 

another team in their division to play with and against for 1 hour. 

The first part of the playing time focuses on skill development 

through practice and drills. The second part of the playing time 

allows for game time between the two teams. The program 

focus is to develop children’s skills in dribbling, passing, shooting, 

and understanding the principles of the game (positions, 

offense/defense, etc.). 

Start Smart 

Basketball Program 

Ages 3-5 year olds 

Days 

Wednesday, Feb. 9 -Mar. 16 

Time 

6:00pm and 7:00pm 

Registration In progress 

Cost $30 for BCC members and $35 for residents 

The Start Smart Basketball Program is a parent-child based 

program designed to teach children the basic motor skills necessary 

to play organized basketball while they work one-on-one 

and spend quality time with their parents. The program focuses 

on teaching children and their parents basic sports mechanics 

without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. The 

Start Smart Basketball classes meet once a week for six weeks 

at the Brecksville Community Center. 

Gym Time 

9:30 am-1:30 pm 

Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings! 

Join the fun! Bring your kids in for fun and 

games and let them burn off some energy. Various toys and 

equipment will be available for use in the fieldhouse. Bring 

your lunch and eat with your friends, too! 

There is no Gym Time when school is cancelled due to 

weather conditions or scheduled school holidays. 

Gym Time is FREE for members and $2 per family for 

residents. 

Competitive Swimming 

This is a quarterly offered program for Fall, Winter and Spring that will 

focus on competitive swim techniques and endurance for youth, ages 7-13. 

This program is considered an extension of the Learn-to-Swim program. 

• Times and days of program offerings will vary from season to season. 

• It is designed for those that have participated in at least the Level 5 

Learn-to-Swim or equivalent. 

• This program is restricted to Brecksville residents only. 

• Sessions will be scheduled for eight (8) meetings. 

• Each offering is considered a separate session with separate fees. Participants 

should only register for sessions that they can attend. 

The program requires participants to perform continuous lap swimming. 

Participants should be able to swim a minimum of ten (10) continuous laps 

before registering. The instructors or other Aquatic Staff may recommend 

participants continue Learn-to-Swim before advancing to this program. 

Skills that will be refined throughout the program will include: 

• Freestyle (Front Crawl) • Starts 

• Breaststroke 

• Turns 

• Backstroke 

• Endurance 

• Butterfly 

Each time offering is considered a separate program. 

Please register only for the days that participants can attend. 

Meeting Day Monday 

Class Times 6:30P - 8:00P 

Class Dates 3/7/11 - 5/2/11 

No Class 3/28 

Meeting Day Wednesday 

Class Times 6:30P - 8:00P 

Class Dates 3/9/11 - 5/4/11 

No Class 3/30 

Meeting Day Saturday 

Class Times 12:00A - 1:30P 

Class Dates 3/5/11 - 5/7/11 

No Class 3/26 and 4/23 

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around town 

BLT presents… 

Inherit the Wind 

Brecksville Little Theater presents “Inherit the Wind,” the extraordinary 

play about the Scopes Monkey Trial and its debate about evolution. 

Opening night on the Old Town Hall stage is Friday, January 28 

with repeat performances on January 29, February 4, 6, 11 and 12. 

Call BLT at 526-4477 for tickets and ask about the possible rescheduling 

of a February 5 performance. 

Mayor Hruby will play the role of the mayor, of course! 

Bicentennial 

Bit 

An Evening at the Races 

The Brecksville Firefighters Association presents 

“An Evening at the Races” at The New Orleans Party 

Center on Brecksville Road on Friday, January 28. The 

doors open at 7:00 pm. A buffet dinner will be served 

before the Races, post time 8:00 pm. The event is 

BYOB, beer and soda will be provided. The “races” will 

be shown on video and are for entertainment purposes 

only. There will be trophy winning horse owners. 

Tickets are $20 per person (adults only) and can be 

purchased in advance at the Fire Department. For more 

information contact the Brecksville Fire Department at 

526-2640. 

Brunches at Human Services 

Brunch is served in the Human Services Gathering Room on 

Tuesday’s from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. The cost is $3.00 and all 

ages are welcome. Meals include coffee, decaf coffee, hot tea, 

main entree, fruit and juice. 

January 

18 Pancakes, sausage, fruit cup, juice. 

25 Sausage gravy over biscuit, sausage patty, scrambled eggs, 

tomato slice on leaf lettuce, juice. 

February 

1 Eggs and ham, hash brown potatoes, fruit, juice. 

8 French toast, bacon, fruit cup, juice. 

15 Eggs Benedict, hash brown potatoes, fruit, juice. 

BTOTS presents… 

A Nightmare of Crime: 

A Holocaust Story 

Wiese Road is named after the Wiese Brothers who operated a log and grist mill on 

Chippewa Creek at Mill and Brecksville Roads 100 years ago. 

February 25-27 and March 4-6 

This original production, conceptualized, written and 

directed by Baldwin-Wallace College drama professor Dr. 

Jack B. Winget, is a multi-media docudrama based on 

Sonderkommando, Jewish prisoners who were forced to aid in 

the extermination of their comrades-sometimes their own families-and 

then were themselves sent to the gas chambers. The 

story is told to help ensure that such horrors are not repeated. 

All performances will be held at the historic Old Town Hall 

Theater on Public Square in Brecksville. 

For further information, please visit the BTOTS at www. 

btots.org or call 526-3443. 

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Brecksville 

Residents Very 

Generous 

Brecksville residents contributed a total 

of $2,806 to the Salvation Army kettle outside 

Giant Eagle during the holiday season. 

The money is used by the Salvation 

Army to prevent heat and electricity 

from being turned off in homes in 

Brecksville, Broadview Hts., Seven Hills and 

Independence. 

And thanks to Giant Eagle and The 

Snider Company for permitting us to 

ring the Salvation Army bell in front of 

Giant Eagle. 

Generosity Evident in 

Four Local Communities 

The 28th Annual Yuletide Hunger Program and its companion 

program, Adopt-A-Family, concluded on December 11 

with the distribution of food and gifts to a record 136 families 

in need in Brecksville, Broadview Hts., Seven Hills and 

Independence. 

Of the 136 families, 63 participated in the Adopt-A-Family 

program. 

The Yuletide Hunger Program was founded by Brecksville 

resident Dave Mansbery, a lifetime honorary member and past 

president of the Advisory Board to the Brecksville Department 

of Human Services. 

The two programs are indebted to individuals, organizations 

and companies for their donations and to the countless people 

who give their time and energy to make this immense task happen, 

especially Yuletide Week Coordinator, Ken Orchard. 

The committee would also like to thank the Brecksville- 

Broadview Heights City Schools. The schools are the primary 

collection points for the food, and the students, faculty and 

administrators donate a tremendous amount of money and gifts 

to the program. (Remember that at levy time!!!!!!) 

Thank you everyone very much!!!!! 

Father Daughter 

Grandfather/Granddaughter 

Dance 

Saturday, February 12 

from 7 to 9 pm at the Community Center 

$ 

25 per couple 

$5 ea. additional 

person 

This will be a very special evening that 

fathers, daughters, grandfathers and 

granddaughters will remember 

for a very long time! There will be 

a DJ for music and dancing and 

each couple will receive a digital photograph that will 

be taken and email them the evening of the dance. 

Pizza, pop, punch and cookies will be served. 

This is the perfect way to show your loved 

one how much you care.Ages 3-12. 

Register in advance at the Community 

Center. Call for details 546-2300. 

$5 discount for Community 

Center members 

The 2011 Calendars Have Been 

Delivered, Did You Receive 

Yours? 

The City calendar has been 

delivered to residents. If you did not 

received your copy, you may pick 

up one at the front desk of Human 

Services or the Community Center. 

Please let them know what street 

you live on, so we can find out why 

you are not receiving your calendar 

in the mail. 

Brecksville City Hall Closed 

City Hall, the Service Department and the Human Services 

Center will be closed in observance of Presidents Day on Monday, 

February 21. The Community Center will be open from 10 am 

to 5 pm. 

Rubbish and recycling pickups will be on Tuesday, February 22. 

Whenever there is a City holiday rubbish pickup will be the next 

business day. 

Bicentennial 

Event 

The Center of it All 

A Library Bicentennial Presentation 

February 26 at 2pm 

Brecksville Branch of the Library 

Don’t miss this informative Powerpoint Presentation! 

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9069 Brecksville Road, • Brecksville, OH 44141 

Presort Standard 

U.S. Postage 

PAID 

Cleveland, OH 

Permit #4291 

DATED MATERIAL 

ECRWSS 

POSTAL CUSTOMER 

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printed on recycled paper 

city hall 

City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-4351 

Mayor/Safety Director 

Jerry N. Hruby . . . . . . . . 526-4351 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .res. 526-7646 

Law Department 

Paul A. Grau, Law Director . . . . . 

526-4351 

City Prosecutor 

Sergio DiGeronimo . . . . 546-9200 

Clerk of Courts 

Shelley Kazimore. . . . . . 526-2620 

Finance Department 

Virginia Price, Director . 526-4351 

Police Department, 

Dennis Kancler, Chief of Police 

non-emergency . . . . . . . 526-8900 

Animal Warden 

Cliffette Thacker . . . . . . 526-8900 

Fire Department, Edwin Egut, Chief 

non-emergency . . . . . . . 526-2640 

City Engineer 

Gerald Wise . . . . . . . . . . 526-4351 

Service Department . . . 526-1384 

Ron Weidig, Service Director 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-4351 

Building Department 

Scott Packard, Bldg. Commissioner 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-2630 

Department of Recreation 

Tom Tupa, Director . . . . 546-2300 

Department of Human Services 

Ted Lux, Director . . . . . . 526-2499 

Purchasing Department 

Becki Burlingham, Director . . . . . 

526-4351 

Cemetery Sexton 

Kathleen Haystrick . . . . 526-4351 

Jinny Farr 

Brecksville Bulletin . . . . 546-2319 

frequently called phone numbers 

Cuyahoga County Library 

Brecksville Branch . . . . 526-1102 

Board of Education Office 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 740-4000 

Brecksville Center for the Arts 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-6232 

Brecksville Community Center 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 546-2300 

Brecksville Historical Association 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-7165 

Brecksville Little Theater 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-4477 

Brecksville Theater on the Square 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-3443 

Brecksville Metroparks Nature 

Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-1012 

Brecksville Service Department 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-1384 

Brecksville-Broadview Heights 

Post Office . . . . . . . . . . 838-5191 

Human Services Center.526-2499 

Independence License Bureau 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(216) 642-1373 

Regional Income Tax Agency 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-0900 

Recycling Department . 526-2643 

Get Brecksville Information on the web 

www.brecksville.oh.us and on Cable Channel 20 

city council 

Larry J. Potla, President . . res. 838-1680 

Greg Skaljac, Vice President . . . . . . . . . . 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . res. 717-0362 

Gerald F. Broski . . . . . . . . . res. 526-2068 

Louis N. Carouse, Jr.. . . . res. 526-4963 

Mike Harwood . . . . . . . . . . res. 546-0521 

Rex Mack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . res. 740-0715 

Nora Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . res. 526-8655 

Mary Scullin, Clerk . . . . . . . . . .526-4351 

EMERGENCY: CALL 911

Bicentennial Ball Saturday, February 5 - Brecksville, Ohio

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