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Updated 12/19/25:  Crews are pausing work for the holidays and will return January 5, 2026.

The week of November 17, Cleveland Water will start replacing lead service lines on Winslow Rd. between Daleford Rd. and Farnsleigh Rd. Cleveland Water will provide notices to impacted residents starting Friday, November 14.

This project is part of Cleveland Water’s program to remove lead service lines in its service area. This includes replacing lead service lines on the city side and on the customer side. Note that properties without lead service lines will not be impacted.

There will be no on-street parking in the work zone during work hours. Please observe posted No Parking signs.

Learn more about this program at Cleveland Water’s website. 

Updated 12/19/25: Crews are pausing the project for the holidays and will return January 12, 2026.

The week of November 10, Enbridge Gas will start a gas main replacement project on Lomond Blvd. between Lee Rd. and Daleford Rd. This is phase 1 of this project and is anticipated to take 30 days. Phase 2 of the Lomond Blvd. gas main replacement project will start in the spring between Daleford Rd. and Glencairn Rd.

Impacted residents received notifications in the mail with additional information.

For public safety, the work site has signs, barricades and warning lights in place. Please follow the traffic patterns the contractor has established. Also, please help keep neighborhood children safe by warning them about the danger of playing in the construction site or on any of the equipment. 

Meter Upgrade & Move to Exterior of Residence

As part of this project, Enbridge will upgrade gas meters and move gas meters from the inside to the outside of homes. Enbridge is moving meters throughout its service area, including in Shaker Heights, due to new state regulations that will require new gas connections and meters to be accessible outside of residential buildings and above grade. Enbridge will communicate with homeowners directly about moving the meter.

City regulations for exterior, above grade gas meters are as follows:

1. Permitted in the rear and side yards, close to the foundation. In the case of a narrow side yard, the meter may be protected from driveways with bollards if deemed necessary by the installer/utility. Bollards must be of a dark or neutral color.
2. Permitted in the front yard only if surrounded by evergreen shrubs planted at the height of the unit and allowed to grow to completely screen the unit within 5 years.
3. A front yard location is only allowed after a showing that a rear or side yard location is impracticable by the installer and written acceptance that the homeowner will install the required evergreen landscaping.

Questions? Contact: James Carroll, Project Manager at 216-491-1490 or by email. 

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 The cities of Cleveland Heights and Shaker Heights have engaged attorney Mark Wallach, of counsel with the law firm of McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA, to conduct a due diligence review of the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s decision that it will not replace Lower Lake dam, located in the Shaker Parklands. Wallach brings deep subject-matter expertise to this work, including an understanding of NEORSD’s stormwater management program.

The cities believe it is important to have an independent review of the basis and impact of the Sewer District’s recent determination that the Lower Lake dam does not provide stormwater management or sufficient flood control benefits, and its conclusion that it will pay only for removal of the dam and Lake and other expenses that the District deems to be within the scope of its stormwater program parameters. In addition, the cities understand that we are at a critical juncture and that the review of NEORSD’s position regarding dam replacement and any options that include the preservation of the lake must occur as soon as possible in order that deficiencies with the dam identified by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) can be addressed in a timely fashion. 

Following initial information-gathering and legal analysis, there may be a need for technical assistance to review engineering data and analysis provided by ODNR and NEORSD, which may require engagement of a consultant for that purpose.  The overall goal of this effort is to ensure a clear and complete understanding of the relevant information and how it impacts the decisions which must be made with regard to Lower Lake dam, and to develop a level of knowledge and understanding regarding the decisions which need to be made to address this important regional asset.  

Separately, the cities are undertaking a full review and analysis of options and alternatives regarding Lower Lake and the dam.  These two areas of focus, together, reflect the commitment of both cities to avoid making a premature and irreversible decision without a full vetting of the facts and conclusions that led to the District’s recommendation, and a comprehensive review of the full range of potential options for the dam and Lake – while recognizing the urgency of the current condition of the dam.  The cities will continue to work collaboratively with the Sewer District and each other in exploring options and planning for the future of the Lower Lake dam and surrounding area.  

Both cities emphasize that no decisions have been reached at this time. Instead, this joint effort reflects their shared commitment to good and responsible stewardship and to an outcome that serves the best interests of Heights area residents now and in the future.  The cities remain committed to providing maximum transparency and opportunities for public input as the process of addressing the condition of Lower Lake dam moves forward.  It is expected that all three entities will have multiple public meeting presentations, discussions and hearings to ensure that the public is informed and meaningfully involved.

Statements from City Leadership

Mayor David Weiss, City of Shaker Heights, said, “Lower Lake is a valued and shared asset, and our collective residents deserve a careful, thorough, and transparent process as we consider its future. By working collaboratively with Cleveland Heights, engaging specialized expertise, and exploring all possible alternatives, we are ensuring that decisions are grounded in sound information, fiscal responsibility, and a genuine understanding of community priorities.”

Mayor Jim Petras, City of Cleveland Heights, said, “This is a complex issue with long-term implications for our community and our finances. Our responsibility is to listen, to ask hard questions, and to balance the needs and preferences of our residents with our responsibility to serve as responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars. Partnering with Shaker Heights in this work reflects our shared commitment to public service and thoughtful, fully informed decision-making.”

Additional information about upcoming city council discussions and opportunities for public input will be shared as the process moves forward.

The Shaker Heights Landmark Commission is now seeking nominations for the 2026 Preservation Awards program. Exterior projects on any building in Shaker Heights that were completed after March 2024 are eligible. Submissions will be accepted through April 30, 2026. Learn more and submit a nomination.

After researching different options, consulting with other municipalities, and taking into account resident requests, Shaker’s Public Works Department has announced that residents may purchase and use recycling containers of up to 18 gallons in capacity. These are widely available on line and at local hardware stores and should display the recycling icon.

Free five-gallon recycling buckets are provided by the City. Residents may email Public Works to request free buckets.

The Public Works Department encourages residents to use the18-gallon bins for paper and cardboard and the 5-gallon buckets for bottles and cans.

Whether using the free buckets or the 18-gallon bins, residents should make sure to follow recycling guidelines at shakerheightsoh.gov/199/Recycling