Category: City News

Governor DeWine Announces ‘Stay Safe Ohio Order’

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on April 30, 2020, that the Ohio Department of Health has issued a “Stay Safe Ohio Order.” The new order, which incorporates the openings of businesses and services announced as part of the Responsible RestartOhio plan, will replace the previous “Stay at Home” order, which expired at 11:59 p.m. … Continued

Important Message from Kimble Regarding Refuse Collection

Effective immediately, the City’s refuse contractor, Kimble, will be resuming refuse and recycling collection without limitations.  Kimble is requesting that customers who have cooperated and held back additional materials gradually place these items out on your collection day spread out over the next 2 to 3 weeks to lessen the sudden volume impact. We will continue … Continued

Exterior Residential Permit Fees Waived in June

During the month of June, the City’s Building Department will be waiving the residential building permit fees associated with exterior improvements for owner occupied single family dwellings! Those wishing to tackle some much needed exterior home improvements will still need to obtain the required approvals and associated permits during this opportunity. The contractors must still … Continued

Residents Need to Again Register for CodeRED

The City of Bedford is now a part of Cuyahoga County Office of Emergency Management (CCOEM) CodeRED service at no cost to the City.  In order to receive emergency and general notifications via phone call, text or email, you will need to register through the Office of Emergency Management website at www.readynotify.us.  A link to this website is on … Continued

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Create Ohio Office of Small Business Relief

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the creation of the Office of Small Business Relief within the Ohio Development Services Agency. The Office will coordinate state efforts to identify and provide direct support for Ohio’s nearly 950,000 small businesses. The Office will initially focus on three key areas: It will … Continued

Changes to Refuse Collection

Dear Residents, We would like to make you aware of some upcoming changes as it pertains to refuse collection.  The information below will be included in upcoming communication from Kimble, the City’s refuse service provider. Effective, Monday April 13, 2020 Kimble will be implementing the following changes: Solid Waste: Please fit all materials into the … Continued

US Small Business Administration Announces Paycheck Protection Program

The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. SBA will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. You can apply through any … Continued

State of Ohio Revises Stay at Home Order

Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton signed a revised stay at home order that will be in effect April 7 through May 1.  To read the full order, click here.  To read specific information about travel guidelines included in the order click here.

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