Veterans Night, scheduled for November 12, has been postponed. We will update an announcement here and across social media when a new date is selected.
POSTPONED: Veterans Night
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Announcements
City of Elyria to Host Public Forums on Zoning Update Process
From November 12-14, the City of Elyria will host four Public Preview Forums for Elyrians to learn more about the Zoning Update Process, next steps, and how the Process will affect businesses and neighborhoods. These open house-style events will give property and business owners the opportunity to...
City of Elyria to Send EPA Required Notices to Water Customers
The City of Elyria is sending important notifications to water customers regarding the potential presence of lead service lines in the City’s water infrastructure. While recent testing indicates Elyria’s water system does not contain actionable levels of lead or copper, the Environment Protection...
Employees of the Month: Dale Haynes and Dana Linden
From the Mayor’s Office: On behalf of The City of Elyria I’d like to congratulate Dale Haynes and Dana Linden for their selection as Employees of the Month. Please take a moment to read about their selection and join me in thanking them for their excellent service. Dale Haynes – Skilled...
Architectural Design Rendering Financial Support Program
The City of Elyria has announced another financial tool to assist local business owners and prospective owners with lowering costs of commercial space repair and upgrades. The Architectural Design Rendering Financial Support Program provides funding which can be used to design and prepare detailed...
Notice to all City Water Customers
Date: October 10, 2024 To: City of Elyria Water Customers From: Samuel F. Jacob, Water Team Leader Dear Water Customers: On October 8 and 9, 2024, the City of Elyria was performing the final inspection of the transmission pipes from the Elyria Water Pumping Plant to the Elyria Water...
NOTICE: ELYRIA WATER SYSTEM INSPECTION
Date: October 4, 2024 To: City of Elyria Water Customers From: Samuel F. Jacob, Water Team Leader Dear Water Customers: On October 8 and 9, 2024, the City of Elyria will be performing the final inspection of the transmission pipes from the Elyria Water Pumping Plant to the Elyria...
Adaptive Sports to host Paralympic Experience in Elyria
In partnership with Adaptive Sports Ohio, the City of Elyria is thrilled to bring a Paralympic Experience event to Lorain County Community College on Wednesday, October 9th. The event will feature multiple sports stations including Wheelchair Football, Rugby, and Tennis plus Blind Soccer, Sitting...
REVS22: Race to End Veterans Suicide comes to Elyria
The Lorain County Verterans Service Commission and the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce will host the REVS 22 Race to End Veterans Suicide in Elyria on Saturday, November 9th. Click here to register now. Further details below: REVS 22 Race to End Veterans Suicide Saturday, November 9th from...
Cram the Cruiser is Back!
The Elyria Police Department is seeking donations of school supplies to help Elyria city students succeed. Bring your donations to the Elyria Apple Festival September 20th or 21st and you'll have the opportunity to dunk a police officer! All proceeds will benefit Elyria City Schools. Not able to...
Public Notice – Elyria Water System Inspection
Dear Water Customers: On September 11, 2024, the City of Elyria will begin inspecting the transmission pipes from the Elyria Water Pumping Plant to the Elyria Water System. As part of this inspection, one of the major transmission lines that delivers water to Elyria Residents will be shut down...
Elyria Awarded SAFER Firefighting Grant
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded the City of Elyria the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant. The award will cover the cost of three additional firefighters' salaries for the next three years, with a total benefit of nearly $850,000. The SAFER...
Storm Debris Pickup
Storm debris (tree limbs/vegetation) may be placed at the curb. City crews will be working street-by-street to pick up storm debris over the next few weeks. Alternatively, Elyria residents may drop off directly at the Barnes Compost Center on Chestnut Street, free of charge (hours below). For...
Trick-or-Treat 2024
The City of Elyria has announced the date and time for Trick-or-Treat 2024: Thursday, October 31st 6-7:30 pm
1,000 Backpacks to be Given Away at Elyria Back-to-School Event
Elyria Partners with Coca-Cola Consolidated to Provide 1,000 Backpacks During Back-to-School Event On August 13, 2024, Coca-Cola Consolidated will give away 1,000 backpacks, snacks and drinks to students from Elyria and surrounding communities. The event aims to prepare and excite students for the...
Boil Advisory Cancelled – July 20, 2024
The City of Elyria has cancelled the Precautionary Boil Advisory, dated July 18, 2024. Water can now be used normally for all purposes. Due to the power outage and switch issue at the Elyria Water Plant this past Thursday, the system temporarily experienced reduced water pressure. Staff and crews...
Update on Water Restrictions: Friday, July 19, 2024
The City of Elyria has rescinded the Water Usage Restriction Notification, dated July 18, 2024. Non-essential water use is now allowed, including: irrigation; swimming pools; washing of buildings, parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, vehicles; fountains; washing clothes; etc. The Precautionary Boil...
Water Plant Update
Dear Citizens and Valued Customers, The power to Elyria’s Water Plant was restored last night, and the plant began pumping water again. You should be experiencing improved water pressure today. To help ensure a smooth transition back to normal system operation, the Precautionary Drinking Water...
Precautionary Drinking Water Warning
PRECAUTIONARY DRINKING WATER WARNING BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING OR USE BOTTLED WATER Due to an electrical issue at the water plant causing reduced pumping capacity, which could result in lower than normal distribution system pressures, we are recommending the following precautions: DO NOT DRINK...
Downtown Retail Pop-up Shop Program: Now Accepting Applications
The City of Elyria (the “City”) is introducing its first-ever Downtown Retail Pop-up Shop Program. The program calls for qualified small businesses looking to grow into brick-and-mortar stores. The program will bolster the downtown retail sector by providing selected applicants with technical...