The County’s Priorities Don’t Add Up

When Columbus tells Cuyahoga “wait,” it should give the rest
of us a chance to ask what the county is actually paying for.

Last week, state leaders did Cuyahoga County residents a
favor. They told the county to slow down on a plan that would have
tripled — or maybe quadrupled — the so-called “sin tax” the people of
this county already pay on alcohol and tobacco. The money was supposed
to fund repairs at Progressive Field, Rocket Arena, and the Cleveland
Browns’ new stadium in Brook Park.

They were right to say wait. And the rest of us, in Garfield Heights
and across this county, should use this pause to ask a question the
county hasn’t given us a good answer to: where exactly are the
priorities?

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Q: Is there a daytime curfew?


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. Read More

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Q: I have children under 18—what are the curfew laws in Garfield Heights?


A: Curfew laws vary with the age of the child and the situation. Minors may not be upon any streets or sidewalks or in a public place (restaurant, bowling alley, shop, theater, store, pool hall, shopping center, and any other place devoted to the amusement or entertainment of the general public) unless accompanied by a relative over 18, a guardian, or some other responsible person over 21 years of age.

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Q: Where can I park my car?

Common Legal Questions Asked by Residents
A: YOU CANNOT PARK CARS ANYWHERE ON YOUR LAWN (FRONTYARD OR BACKYARD). YOU MAY NOT PARK CARS IN YOUR DRIVEWAY IF THEY INTERFERE WITH PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ON THE SIDEWALK.
Cars should be parked in your garage at night. If you have more cars than garage space, you may park them in the driveway, close to the garage. If your residential area allows street parking, you may not park a car within 3 feet of a driveway. (Codified Ordinance Section 351.03)

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Garfield Heights Snow Ban Ordinance: Ensuring Safety During Winter

In Garfield Heights, Ohio, the Snow Ban Ordinance plays a critical role in maintaining safety and accessibility during winter months. Under Chapter 351.16 of the city’s codified ordinances, this law stipulates that when snow accumulates to a depth of two inches or more within a 24-hour period, a snow emergency is declared. During such an emergency, parking on all city streets is prohibited.

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