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26 November 2008
Shaker Heights gets ODOT grant
The Ohio Department of Transportation awarded a $4 million grant to the City of Shaker Heights for the reconfiguration of the six-way intersection of Warrensville Center, Chagrin, Van Aken, and Northfield. The project will cost an estimated $10 million. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2012.
Update: the Plain Dealer has more details.
The Ohio Department of Transportation awarded a $4 million grant to the City of Shaker Heights for the reconfiguration of the six-way intersection of Warrensville Center, Chagrin, Van Aken, and Northfield. The project will cost an estimated $10 million. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2012.
Update: the Plain Dealer has more details.
Labels: grants and appropriations, roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
29 September 2008
Shaker Heights redevelopment plans
Shaker Heights City Council confirmed its support of the redevelopment plan for the Warrensville-Van Aken area. The City will work with the Cuyahoga County Engineer's Office to obtain an ODOT grant for reconfiguring the six-way intersection.
Shaker Heights City Council confirmed its support of the redevelopment plan for the Warrensville-Van Aken area. The City will work with the Cuyahoga County Engineer's Office to obtain an ODOT grant for reconfiguring the six-way intersection.
Labels: mixed-use, public transit, retail, roads and highways, Shaker Heights
28 September 2008
Preservation update
The Shaker Heights Landmark Commission gave its 2008 Preservation Awards to First Baptist Church, Plymouth Church, and the Shaker Heights City Schools. In Strongsville, the renovated Old Town Hall was formally reopened.
The Shaker Heights Landmark Commission gave its 2008 Preservation Awards to First Baptist Church, Plymouth Church, and the Shaker Heights City Schools. In Strongsville, the renovated Old Town Hall was formally reopened.
Labels: historic preservation, Shaker Heights, Strongsville
15 September 2008
Trail remains in planning phase
Planning continues for a trail network that would link Lake Erie and the City of Cleveland to the Heights area.
Planning continues for a trail network that would link Lake Erie and the City of Cleveland to the Heights area.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cleveland east side, Cleveland Heights, Shaker Heights
12 September 2008
Shaker Heights gets grant
The First Suburbs Development Council and the Cuyahoga County Commissioners gave the City of Shaker Heights a $300,000 grant. It will be "used to facilitate the first step in a multi-phase project that will bring housing to the Moreland neighborhood that encapsulates both best in design and new green building techniques."
The First Suburbs Development Council and the Cuyahoga County Commissioners gave the City of Shaker Heights a $300,000 grant. It will be "used to facilitate the first step in a multi-phase project that will bring housing to the Moreland neighborhood that encapsulates both best in design and new green building techniques."
Labels: grants and appropriations, residential, Shaker Heights, sustainability
08 September 2008
Shaker Heights on the Opportunity Corridor
Shaker Heights City Council passed a resolution in support of the proposed Opportunity Corridor in Cleveland, with one councilman dissenting.
Shaker Heights City Council passed a resolution in support of the proposed Opportunity Corridor in Cleveland, with one councilman dissenting.
Labels: Cleveland east side, roads and highways, Shaker Heights
02 September 2008
Winslow Road success story
The Plain Dealer highlighted the efforts of Winslow Road residents and Shaker Heights officials to improve the neighborhood, and said that it provides "a lesson for other neighborhoods about how to turn around a declining street."
The Plain Dealer highlighted the efforts of Winslow Road residents and Shaker Heights officials to improve the neighborhood, and said that it provides "a lesson for other neighborhoods about how to turn around a declining street."
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights
11 August 2008
History of Moreland Courts
The Plain Dealer continues its "Elegant Cleveland" series with a piece on the history of the Moreland Courts towers near Shaker Square.
The Plain Dealer continues its "Elegant Cleveland" series with a piece on the history of the Moreland Courts towers near Shaker Square.
Labels: Cleveland east side, residential, Shaker Heights
31 July 2008
Shaker Heights is "in the vanguard of a national movement"
Instead of trying to redevelop all of the vacant residential properties in the City's land bank, Shaker Heights officials are encouraging neighbors to purchase some of the sites as side lots. Other suburbs are also interested in alternatives to replacing razed homes.
Instead of trying to redevelop all of the vacant residential properties in the City's land bank, Shaker Heights officials are encouraging neighbors to purchase some of the sites as side lots. Other suburbs are also interested in alternatives to replacing razed homes.
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights
18 July 2008
Population drops in the Heights
The Sun Press examined the causes of population declines in Cleveland Heights, Shaker Heights, and University Heights and how leaders have reacted to the changes.
The Sun Press examined the causes of population declines in Cleveland Heights, Shaker Heights, and University Heights and how leaders have reacted to the changes.
Labels: Cleveland Heights, demographics, Shaker Heights, University Heights, urban sprawl
13 June 2008
Final draft of Warrensville-Van Aken plan
The final draft of the redevelopment plan for the 60 acre Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district was shown to Shaker Heights City Council this week. Council members were generally positive about the plan, but had questions about finding funds for the $70 million redevelopment and reconfiguration.
The final draft of the redevelopment plan for the 60 acre Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district was shown to Shaker Heights City Council this week. Council members were generally positive about the plan, but had questions about finding funds for the $70 million redevelopment and reconfiguration.
Labels: mixed-use, public transit, retail, roads and highways, Shaker Heights
Uptown community alliance
Chris Ronayne of University Circle Inc. is interested in creating an "uptown community alliance" that would market Shaker Heights "as housing stock in University Circle."
Chris Ronayne of University Circle Inc. is interested in creating an "uptown community alliance" that would market Shaker Heights "as housing stock in University Circle."
Labels: Cleveland east side, regionalism, residential, Shaker Heights
27 May 2008
Condominium sales face challenges
The sluggish residential real estate market is making it difficult for developers to sell new condominiums in inner-ring suburbs. Several cities are offering incentives to spur investment, and developers are trying to entice buyers. Rysar is offering a free Smart car to purchasers at the Bluestone development in Cleveland Heights. Other developers have pulled out of projects. Al Neyer canceled the Terraces on Lee Road in Cleveland Heights. Experts predict that the market will rebound.
The sluggish residential real estate market is making it difficult for developers to sell new condominiums in inner-ring suburbs. Several cities are offering incentives to spur investment, and developers are trying to entice buyers. Rysar is offering a free Smart car to purchasers at the Bluestone development in Cleveland Heights. Other developers have pulled out of projects. Al Neyer canceled the Terraces on Lee Road in Cleveland Heights. Experts predict that the market will rebound.
Labels: Cleveland Heights, Lakewood, residential, Shaker Heights
02 May 2008
Shaker Heights approves redevelopment plan
On Monday, Shaker Heights City Council approved plans to redevelop the Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district and reconfigure its six-way intersection.
On Monday, Shaker Heights City Council approved plans to redevelop the Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district and reconfigure its six-way intersection.
Labels: mixed-use, public transit, retail, roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
29 April 2008
Shaker Heights to pay condo buyers
Because sales of the Lofts at Avalon Station have been below expectations, Shaker Heights City Council allocated $190,000 to be used as incentives to lure buyers to the condominiums.
Because sales of the Lofts at Avalon Station have been below expectations, Shaker Heights City Council allocated $190,000 to be used as incentives to lure buyers to the condominiums.
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights
25 April 2008
JCU master plan completed
John Carroll University officials presented their new campus master plan to University Heights City Council on Monday. The University is interested in expanding its footprint in order to provide additional athletic fields, residence halls, and surface parking.
John Carroll University officials presented their new campus master plan to University Heights City Council on Monday. The University is interested in expanding its footprint in order to provide additional athletic fields, residence halls, and surface parking.
Labels: institutional, master planning, Shaker Heights, University Heights
21 April 2008
Shaker Heights City Council views redevelopment proposal
At a work session last week, Shaker Heights City Council discussed the final plans for the redevelopment of the Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district. Council is expected to vote on the plans on April 28.
Update: the Plain Dealer provides additional details.
At a work session last week, Shaker Heights City Council discussed the final plans for the redevelopment of the Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district. Council is expected to vote on the plans on April 28.
Update: the Plain Dealer provides additional details.
Labels: mixed-use, public transit, retail, roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
11 April 2008
Avalon Station "is back on track."
Although sales have been slow and the company may be experiencing financial difficulties, Gordon Priemer of Heartland Developers says that plans for the Avalon Station condominiums in Shaker Heights are moving ahead at "full force".
Although sales have been slow and the company may be experiencing financial difficulties, Gordon Priemer of Heartland Developers says that plans for the Avalon Station condominiums in Shaker Heights are moving ahead at "full force".
Labels: Cleveland, residential, Shaker Heights
31 March 2008
The Dandelion House
A new house in the Ludlow neighborhood of Shaker Heights may become the first in the state and the 25th residential development in the nation to obtain LEED Gold status. The 1,754 square foot, three bedroom home is named the Dandelion House.
A new house in the Ludlow neighborhood of Shaker Heights may become the first in the state and the 25th residential development in the nation to obtain LEED Gold status. The 1,754 square foot, three bedroom home is named the Dandelion House.
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights, sustainability
14 March 2008
Warrensville-Van Aken redevelopment plans
At the third and final public workshop last month, consultants for Shaker Heights presented a preferred redevelopment alternative for the 60 acre Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district. The plans (PDF) call for turning the six-way intersection into a four-way intersection, rebuilding the area as a mixed-use district, and relocating the intermodal transit center to a site south of Chagrin Boulevard.
At the third and final public workshop last month, consultants for Shaker Heights presented a preferred redevelopment alternative for the 60 acre Warrensville-Van Aken commercial district. The plans (PDF) call for turning the six-way intersection into a four-way intersection, rebuilding the area as a mixed-use district, and relocating the intermodal transit center to a site south of Chagrin Boulevard.
Labels: mixed-use, public transit, retail, roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
07 March 2008
Questions about John Carroll plans
Neighbors of John Carroll University in University Heights and Shaker Heights are concerned about the institution's plans for growth. The University intends to unveil its new master plan in May.
Neighbors of John Carroll University in University Heights and Shaker Heights are concerned about the institution's plans for growth. The University intends to unveil its new master plan in May.
Labels: institutional, master planning, Shaker Heights, University Heights
28 February 2008
Fairmount Circle concerns
The Fairmount Area Neighborhood Association presented a petition to Shaker Heights City Council. The petition notes their concerns about "gradual degradation of the Fairmount Circle area over the past 20 years and a lack of appropriate planning and oversight". Residents are particularly troubled by the behavior of John Carroll University students in off-campus housing.
The Fairmount Area Neighborhood Association presented a petition to Shaker Heights City Council. The petition notes their concerns about "gradual degradation of the Fairmount Circle area over the past 20 years and a lack of appropriate planning and oversight". Residents are particularly troubled by the behavior of John Carroll University students in off-campus housing.
Labels: Shaker Heights, University Heights
01 February 2008
Shaker Heights intersection redesign workshop
At a public workshop last month, planners presented four visions for reconfiguring the commercial district and six-way intersection at Warrensville Center Road and Van Aken Boulevard in Shaker Heights. The City and its partners then selected two ideas for further study. In five to ten years, the City hopes to begin transforming the area into a mixed-use TOD destination. Another workshop will be held on February 27.
At a public workshop last month, planners presented four visions for reconfiguring the commercial district and six-way intersection at Warrensville Center Road and Van Aken Boulevard in Shaker Heights. The City and its partners then selected two ideas for further study. In five to ten years, the City hopes to begin transforming the area into a mixed-use TOD destination. Another workshop will be held on February 27.
Labels: mixed-use, roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
21 December 2007
Shaker to demolish abandoned homes
The City of Shaker Heights will purchase and demolish six vacant houses in 2008. The properties will be added to the City's land bank.
The City of Shaker Heights will purchase and demolish six vacant houses in 2008. The properties will be added to the City's land bank.
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights
17 December 2007
Shaker median trail finished
The Shaker Boulevard median trail in Shaker Heights was officially completed on Friday.
The Shaker Boulevard median trail in Shaker Heights was officially completed on Friday.
Labels: alternative transportation, Shaker Heights
20 November 2007
Shaker Heights foreclosure reactions
Shaker Heights officials say that the main role the City can play in the foreclosure crisis is to protect neighborhoods from the effects of foreclosure.
Shaker Heights officials say that the main role the City can play in the foreclosure crisis is to protect neighborhoods from the effects of foreclosure.
Labels: finance, residential, Shaker Heights
05 October 2007
Shaker Heights settles disability lawsuit
The City of Shaker Heights agreed to pay $50,000 to settle an ADA lawsuit filed by Disabled Patriots of America. The organization filed many similar lawsuits against other local organizations earlier this year. Critics have referred to their tactics as "drive-by litigation".
The City of Shaker Heights agreed to pay $50,000 to settle an ADA lawsuit filed by Disabled Patriots of America. The organization filed many similar lawsuits against other local organizations earlier this year. Critics have referred to their tactics as "drive-by litigation".
Labels: Greater Cleveland, Shaker Heights
07 September 2007
Shaker Heights intersection redesign
Shaker Heights City Council hired The Planning Partnership of Toronto to conduct traffic study along with a land use and implementation plan for the intersection of Van Aken Boulevard and Warrensville Road. A public meeting is tentatively scheduled for next month.
Shaker Heights City Council hired The Planning Partnership of Toronto to conduct traffic study along with a land use and implementation plan for the intersection of Van Aken Boulevard and Warrensville Road. A public meeting is tentatively scheduled for next month.
Labels: roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
Shaker Heights infill housing program
The City of Shaker Heights is entering the second phase of its infill housing program with the construction of a single-family house on Lidholm Road.
The City of Shaker Heights is entering the second phase of its infill housing program with the construction of a single-family house on Lidholm Road.
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights
31 August 2007
Shaker Heights foreclosure concerns
Monday's presentation of a report on foreclosure trends in Shaker Heights was well attended. Meanwhile, Strathavon Road residents are troubled by the impact of the foreclosure crisis on their neighborhood.
Monday's presentation of a report on foreclosure trends in Shaker Heights was well attended. Meanwhile, Strathavon Road residents are troubled by the impact of the foreclosure crisis on their neighborhood.
Labels: finance, residential, Shaker Heights
24 August 2007
More trail news
Brooklyn officials obtained a $60,000 TLCI grant to help pay for a feasibility study for a three mile extension of the Big Creek greenway trail. In Middleburg Heights, work on the Lake to Lake All Purpose Trail will begin in September. The trail will link Lake Abram to Lake Isaac. In Shaker Heights, construction of the Shaker Boulevard median trail started earlier this week.
Brooklyn officials obtained a $60,000 TLCI grant to help pay for a feasibility study for a three mile extension of the Big Creek greenway trail. In Middleburg Heights, work on the Lake to Lake All Purpose Trail will begin in September. The trail will link Lake Abram to Lake Isaac. In Shaker Heights, construction of the Shaker Boulevard median trail started earlier this week.
Labels: alternative transportation, Brooklyn, Cleveland west side, grants and appropriations, Middleburg Heights, Parma, Shaker Heights
20 August 2007
Shaker Lakes talk
The Cleveland Heights Historical Society and the Cleveland Heights Landmark Commission will host a discussion about the Shaker Lakes (PDF) on August 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Superior Schoolhouse.
The Cleveland Heights Historical Society and the Cleveland Heights Landmark Commission will host a discussion about the Shaker Lakes (PDF) on August 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Superior Schoolhouse.
Labels: Cleveland Heights, events, Shaker Heights
10 August 2007
Foreclosure issues in Shaker Heights
The Sun Press explored the foreclosure crisis in Shaker Heights with a look at the correlation between race and foreclosure rates and a summary of a new report by a pair of Harvard researchers. The new report, titled "Understanding Mortgage Foreclosure Trends in Shaker Heights, Ohio" (PDF), will be presented on Aug. 27 at 7:30 p.m. in City Hall.
The Sun Press explored the foreclosure crisis in Shaker Heights with a look at the correlation between race and foreclosure rates and a summary of a new report by a pair of Harvard researchers. The new report, titled "Understanding Mortgage Foreclosure Trends in Shaker Heights, Ohio" (PDF), will be presented on Aug. 27 at 7:30 p.m. in City Hall.
Labels: finance, residential, Shaker Heights
27 July 2007
More trail news
In Shaker Heights, City Council unanimously approved the construction of the Shaker Boulevard median trail. Work is scheduled to begin next month. In Broadview Heights, crews have nearly finished building a multipurpose trail along Broadview Road. The City will seek a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to extend the trail to the south.
In Shaker Heights, City Council unanimously approved the construction of the Shaker Boulevard median trail. Work is scheduled to begin next month. In Broadview Heights, crews have nearly finished building a multipurpose trail along Broadview Road. The City will seek a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to extend the trail to the south.
Labels: alternative transportation, Broadview Heights, Shaker Heights
Shaker Heights to build curb bump-outs
The City of Shaker Heights will install a pair of mid-block curb extensions on Avalon Road. The construction will be funded by donations from residents.
The City of Shaker Heights will install a pair of mid-block curb extensions on Avalon Road. The construction will be funded by donations from residents.
Labels: roads and highways, Shaker Heights, urban design
20 July 2007
Trail updates
In multipurpose trail news:
In multipurpose trail news:
- Cleveland Councilman Brian Cummins says the construction of the Treadway Greenway Connector trail could be completed as soon as the end of fall.
- At a meeting last week, consultants presented plans for a trail through the West Creek Greenway that would link Brooklyn Heights, Independence, Parma and Seven Hills with the West Creek Reservation and the Towpath Trail. A pair of public meetings will be held early next month.
- In Shaker Heights, City Council is scheduled to vote on the planned Shaker Boulevard median trail on Monday.
Labels: alternative transportation, Brooklyn Heights, Cleveland west side, greenspace, Independence, Parma, Seven Hills, Shaker Heights
06 July 2007
Reactions to trail proposal
The proposed multipurpose trail in the Shaker Boulevard median has elicited mixed reactions from Shaker Heights residents.
The proposed multipurpose trail in the Shaker Boulevard median has elicited mixed reactions from Shaker Heights residents.
Labels: alternative transportation, Shaker Heights
05 July 2007
New trails coming
The City of Shaker Heights plans to build a 1.5 mile multipurpose trail in the Shaker Boulevard median. It would form part of a trail network linking the Heights area with Cleveland's east side. Meanwhile, Bedford officials are preparing to begin work on a trail connecting City Hall to to Ellenwood Center.
The City of Shaker Heights plans to build a 1.5 mile multipurpose trail in the Shaker Boulevard median. It would form part of a trail network linking the Heights area with Cleveland's east side. Meanwhile, Bedford officials are preparing to begin work on a trail connecting City Hall to to Ellenwood Center.
Labels: alternative transportation, Bedford, Cuyahoga County, Shaker Heights
08 June 2007
Suburbs ponder water main agreement
Shaker Heights City Council is discussing the water main maintenance and no poaching agreement offered by the City of Cleveland. Solon leaders are also examining the proposal, which one City Council member says is "a very onerous agreement."
Shaker Heights City Council is discussing the water main maintenance and no poaching agreement offered by the City of Cleveland. Solon leaders are also examining the proposal, which one City Council member says is "a very onerous agreement."
Labels: Cleveland, regionalism, Shaker Heights, Solon, utility
Summary of Shaker Heights TOD meeting
At a public meeting last week, Shaker Heights residents offered their opinions about potential improvements to the rapid transit station at Van Aken Boulevard and Lee Road. The feedback will be incorporated into a plan for transit-oriented development around the station. The final meeting in the series will be held in July.
At a public meeting last week, Shaker Heights residents offered their opinions about potential improvements to the rapid transit station at Van Aken Boulevard and Lee Road. The feedback will be incorporated into a plan for transit-oriented development around the station. The final meeting in the series will be held in July.
Labels: events, public transit, Shaker Heights, urban design
25 May 2007
Dam planning in Shaker Heights
The City of Shaker Heights will hire firms to inspect and create emergency action plans for Horseshoe Lake Dam and Green Lake Dam. Horseshoe Lake Dam was designated as Class I dam by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
The City of Shaker Heights will hire firms to inspect and create emergency action plans for Horseshoe Lake Dam and Green Lake Dam. Horseshoe Lake Dam was designated as Class I dam by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Labels: Shaker Heights
17 May 2007
Shaker Heights TOD meeting
The City of Shaker Heights will hold the second of three public meetings about transit-oriented development at the Van Aken-Lee area on May 30 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. Materials from the first session are available online.
The City of Shaker Heights will hold the second of three public meetings about transit-oriented development at the Van Aken-Lee area on May 30 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. Materials from the first session are available online.
Labels: events, public transit, Shaker Heights, urban design
27 April 2007
Shaker Heights declared nuisances
The Shaker Heights Neighborhood Revitalization Committee declared 44 properties as public nuisances. If the owners do not address the identified problems, the City will make repairs through its nuisance abatement program.
The Shaker Heights Neighborhood Revitalization Committee declared 44 properties as public nuisances. If the owners do not address the identified problems, the City will make repairs through its nuisance abatement program.
Labels: residential, Shaker Heights
22 February 2007
Public meetings in the Heights
The Cedar Lee Special Improvement District is sponsoring a Cedar Lee streetscape community design charrette (PDF) on Saturday from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Main Library on Lee Road. On March 8 at 7:00 p.m., the City of Shaker Heights will host a public meeting about transit-oriented development and the Van Aken-Lee area.
The Cedar Lee Special Improvement District is sponsoring a Cedar Lee streetscape community design charrette (PDF) on Saturday from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Main Library on Lee Road. On March 8 at 7:00 p.m., the City of Shaker Heights will host a public meeting about transit-oriented development and the Van Aken-Lee area.
Labels: Cleveland Heights, events, public transit, Shaker Heights, urban design
16 February 2007
Judy Rawson and regionalism
When Mayor Rawson of Shaker Heights announced that she would not run for re-election this year, a Plain Dealer editorial named her "one of the most enlightened and earliest advocates of regional cooperation," and a WCPN segment noted that "her name is synonymous with regionalism" before moving on to a discussion of regionalism in Greater Cleveland (MP3).
When Mayor Rawson of Shaker Heights announced that she would not run for re-election this year, a Plain Dealer editorial named her "one of the most enlightened and earliest advocates of regional cooperation," and a WCPN segment noted that "her name is synonymous with regionalism" before moving on to a discussion of regionalism in Greater Cleveland (MP3).
Labels: Greater Cleveland, regionalism, Shaker Heights
09 February 2007
Shaker Heights gets new CRAs
Last month, state officials approved the creation of five Community Reinvestment Areas in Shaker Heights. Residents in the CRAs are eligible for 75% tax abatements for eight years when investing at least $80,000 in home repairs, and in four of the CRAs, new single-family houses over $200,000 are eligible for 75% tax abatements for five years.
Last month, state officials approved the creation of five Community Reinvestment Areas in Shaker Heights. Residents in the CRAs are eligible for 75% tax abatements for eight years when investing at least $80,000 in home repairs, and in four of the CRAs, new single-family houses over $200,000 are eligible for 75% tax abatements for five years.
Labels: economic development, residential, Shaker Heights, tax policy
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