On this Veterans Day, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the men and women who have served our nation with courage, honor, and selflessness. Veterans Day is more than a date on the calendar; it’s a day of remembrance, reflection, and appreciation for the sacrifices made by our military members to protect the freedoms we hold dear.

As a veteran myself, I know that service is not just a job; it’s a commitment that extends beyond the battlefield and into our daily lives. To all my fellow veterans, thank you for your dedication, your bravery, and your unwavering resolve. Each of you represents the highest ideals of our country, and your contributions remind us of the strength and resilience that make this nation great.

To the families of veterans and active-duty service members, we thank you as well. Your support, patience, and strength are the foundation that allows our military to thrive. Your sacrifices are equally valued, and today we honor you alongside those who wear the uniform.

Today, let us also remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and are no longer with us. Their legacy lives on in the freedom we enjoy, and it is our duty to ensure their memory is honored and preserved for generations to come.

Thank you to all veterans, past and present. May we continue to uphold the values of duty, honor, and country, and may we never forget the price that has been paid for our freedom.

Happy Veterans Day, and may God bless you all.

— Mike Dudley Sr.

A: It depends on the situation:

• No frequent or continuous animal/bird/vehicle noise that can cross a residential property boundary.
• Mufflers on vehicles must be in good working order.
• Racing the motor, peeling the tires, or causing a vehicle to chatter or backfire is prohibited.
• Burglar, fire, and motor vehicle alarms shall be set to automatically terminate after 2 minutes, or the owner or trustee of the house or vehicle may be cited.
• Loading/unloading is prohibited between 9:00 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday and between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday.
• Loudspeakers/PA systems must not cause a disturbance that crosses residential property boundaries between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Mobile loudspeakers are exempt if the resident has a permit.
• Domestic power tools may not be operated between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. (Codified Ordinance Sections 505.09 & 535.03-535.14)

A: Yes. During any school day, all children between the ages of 6 and 17, inclusive (other than a child who has been expelled from school) shall not be in any place in the City of Garfield Heights between the hours of 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. except in attendance at school, unless that child has written proof from school authorities excusing him or her from attendance. The penalty for the child violating this law is a fourth degree misdemeanor. For the parent or guardian a first offense is a minor misdemeanor. For a second offense, it is a fourth degree misdemeanor, and a third or subsequent offense is a first degree misdemeanor. (Codified Ordinance Section 531.05)