Overview • S&P Global Ratings raised its long-term rating on Bedford, Ohio’s general obligation (GO) debt to ‘AA’ from ‘AA-‘. • The outlook is stable. • The higher rating reflects the city’s improved reserves supported by a track record of consecutive surpluses, which we expect will be maintained, as well as its modest liability profile … Continued
The Parks & Recreation Department’s annual Halloween Event, Trick or Treat Street has been scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025. Children ages infant-12 will trick-or-treat through various stations inside Ellenwood Center. Registered children receive a pumpkin and a Halloween craft to go. Hay rides will be available! Registration will not be accepted on the day … Continued
The Bedford Parks & Recreation Department’s 2025 fall program guide is now available. Don’t miss out on a wide range of programs and activities for all ages! We have continued work on our mission…to enrich the lives of our residents by providing safe, welcoming parks and recreation facilities and affordable, and a variety of programs … Continued
You may notice our Fire Department crews working at fire hydrants and see water running down the street. Normally we flush water lines through the use of fire hydrants, which is an important preventive maintenance activity. Although it may appear to waste water, the process is part of a routine maintenance program necessary to maintain … Continued
Bedford Municipal Pool – End of Season Hours The regular season schedule for the Bedford Municipal Pool ended on Sunday, August 17. The pool is scheduled to be open as follows, staff and weather-permitting: Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24 – Open Swim 1-5PM Sunday, August 31 – Open Swim 1-5PM The pool will … Continued
Ellenwood Center Temporary Closure for Renovations We’re excited to share that Ellenwood Center will be undergoing several much-needed renovations to improve our facility for the community. Beginning August 14, the center will be temporarily closed while we complete the following upgrades: Replacement of the gym roof Resurfacing of the east parking lot (baseball field side) … Continued
THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2025 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM ELLENWOOD CENTER PARK & PAVILION – 124 Ellenwood Ave. Bedford residents are invited for a vibrant Juneteenth celebration filled with music, games, and family fun! FREE inflatables and activities for Bedford families from12-4 PM. Proof of residency required for activity wristbands. Guests of Bedford residents are $10 for each wristband. … Continued
Res 2626-25 Street Lighting Resolution
Get ready to enjoy another summer swim season at the Bedford Municipal Pool! The pool is scheduled to open Saturday, June 7, 2025. Don’t miss out on our learn-to-swim program with resident registration opening Thursday, May 1 at 10:00am. Click here for our full program guide including season pass information, open swim schedules, swim team … Continued
The Bedford Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the return of official Cleveland Guardians Youth Summer Camps at Ellenwood Field, 124 Ellenwood Ave., coming this June! This year, there will be two, two-day camp options to choose from: June 9-10 or June 12-13. Camps are open to boys and girls ages 6-14 and … Continued
