CITY OF ELYRIA, OHIO FIREFIGHTER POSITION – LATERAL TRANSFER IMMEDIATE HIRING INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS The Elyria Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter through Lateral Transfer. Applicants must complete and submit an online application through...
Announcements
Elyria Receives $60,500 Grant to Build Brine Facility
The City of Elyria was recently awarded $60,536 in the second round of grant funding by Ohio EPA’s new H2Ohio Rivers Chloride Reduction Grant Program. This funding will be used for the purchase of a brine making machine. Brine is used to pre-treat roads during winter weather and helps reduce the...
Veteran Trees
Join us in honoring our veterans and military with our third annual Veteran Tree Program. The Elyria Council of Veterans has partnered with the City of Elyria to decorate two trees with photo ornaments of veterans. The trees will be on display in Elyria City Hall during the month of December. You...
Employees of the Month
The Office of Mayor Brubaker is proud to announce the selection of several staff members as Employees of the Month. We congratulate Michael Eichenlaub, Chad Arcaba, Scottie Slauterbeck, Brandon Borrelli, and Billy Madden. Please take a moment to read about their selection and join us in thanking...
Oberlin-Elyria Road Corridor Improvement Project:
The City of Elyria is seeking public input on the Oberlin-Elyria Road Corridor Improvement Project. The project includes removal of the traffic Signal at the intersection of West Ave/S. Maple St./Oberlin-Elyria Rd. Stop signs shall be installed at West Ave and S. Maple St. A new pedestrian...
POSTPONED: Veterans Night
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.
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...