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21012 Hilliard Boulevard
Rocky River, Ohio 44116
USA

(440) 331-0600

Official website of the City of Rocky River, Ohio, providing community profile, information on local government, safety forces and education.

Rocky River Updates

Community Information Sheet for April 8, 2024 Eclipse

Rob Montgomery

On April 8th, Cuyahoga County communities will be in the path of the total solar eclipse – promising nearly four minutes of darkness in the middle of the afternoon as the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, an event that won’t happen here again until the year 2444.  It is anticipated that we will have many visitors to the region.  This will more than likely result in parking, traffic and related issues.  We anticipate a significant number of residents and visitors will find their way to our parks.  We encourage residents to travel on foot or by bicycle, if possible.  Kindness, respect and patience will be the words of the day.  Below you will find important information regarding City operations for that day.  While we are anticipating large crowds it is all weather dependent, of course.

  • 911 is for emergency calls only, not for information purposes.  Questions should be directed to 440-331-0600 or 440-331-1234.

  • Refuse collection will be delayed one day the week of April 8, as it will be difficult to safely collect refuse during the eclipse traffic.

  • Service Dept personnel will be deployed to our parks to serve as park attendants for the day.  In addition, Rocky River Police Department personnel will also have a presence in the parks.

  • The Rocky River Police Department’s Bike Patrol will be out and about in the City of Rocky River, as well as the Marine Patrol on the river and lakeshore. Click here for boating safety tips.

  • Rocky River Police will not enforce the overnight parking ban on City streets, but will enforce the no parking on the fire hydrant side of the street.

  • Cellphone systems may be overloaded during the eclipse and thus may be inoperable.

  • City parks will be closed the night prior to April 8 with no overnight parking or camping in the parks allowed; they will be opened at approximately 6:30 a.m. on April 8.  Restrooms will be open and operating, as well as additional port-o-potties and trash receptacles.

  • All tents, shelters, and the like are prohibited in the parks.

  • No amplification devices are permitted in the parks.

  • Dogs must be kept on a 6’ leash while in city parks.

  • Park space is on a first come-first served basis.

  • Alcohol use in City parks, public property, or on the public streets is not permitted.

  • The sale of items on public property is prohibited.

  • No personal fireworks. This includes novelty fireworks such as sparklers and smoke bombs.

  • If you are hosting a party and plan to use valet parking, the valets are not permitted to park on the city streets, but need to have appropriate parking accommodations on private property.

  • The City is not allowing any block parties or food trucks.

  • Any City run construction projects will be on hold and no work will be performed on them on April 8.

  • If you are planning to have work done at your home that day, you may want to consider rescheduling.

  • The Building Department will not be scheduling inspections that day.

  • City Hall offices will be open, but will be closed to the public beginning at noon. 

  • The Recreation Department will be open normal hours, hosting an open gym.  Group fitness classes will be canceled.

  • The Senior Center will close at 1 pm.  There are no transportation services available through the Senior Center on April 8.

  • City Council has cancelled their meeting the evening of April 8.

Public Hearing on Development Code Update

Rob Montgomery

CITY COUNCIL IS HOLDING A PUBLIC HEARING TO UPDATE THE DEVELOPOMENT CODE AS PRESENTED IN:

 AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 80-23
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF ROCKY RIVER CODIFIED ORDINANCES
CHAPTER 1163 ENTITLED “OFFICE BUILDING DISTRICT REGULATIONS”
Click here to view the Ordinance and Exhibit.

 PUBLIC COMMENT IS WELCOME.

The meeting is in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 7 p.m. on March 4th, 2024.

Sewer Billing Dates

Rob Montgomery

The City recently mailed the quarterly sanitary sewer bills dated March 1, 2024 to Rocky River property owners.  Please watch for the arrival in your mailbox.

Since the March 31 due date printed on the bill falls on a weekend, the City will accept payments through 4:30 p.m. on the next business day (Monday, April 1, 2024) without penalty.   

Residential Sanitary Sewer Summer Credit Program

Eligible residents who apply will be given a credit of one MCF (thousand cubic feet) in the amount of the current sanitary sewer rate of $38.00 per MCF.  The Credit will appear on the September 1st sewer bill which covers the service period of June to August.

Residents with a second water meter (also known as a deduct meter) already installed on an irrigation system are not eligible under this Program; the water consumption measured by the second water meter is already deducted from the usage before the sanitary sewer charges are calculated.

Return completed applications by U. S. Mail:

City of Rocky River, Sewer Billing

21012 Hilliard Boulevard

Rocky River, Ohio 44116

Fax: (440) 895 – 2620

Email: sewerbilling@rrcity.com        

Call or email with questions.  (440) 331–0600 or sewerbilling@rrcity.com

The annual billing cycle is as follows:

City of Rocky River Weather Alert 1-12-24

Rob Montgomery

Local weather outlets along with First Energy are reporting the potential for sustained, high winds and heavy rain/snow with this incoming weather system that may cause power outages.
 
First Energy’s guidance on ways for customers to prepare:

  • Customers can subscribe to email and text message alert notifications to receive weather alerts in advance of major storms. They can also use two-way text messaging to report outages, request updates on restoration efforts, and make other inquiries about their electric accounts. More information about these communications tools is available online at Outage Notifications (firstenergycorp.com)

  • Check out our Current Outages (firstenergycorp.com) for the most up-to-date information on your outage, including causes, estimated restoration times and crew status.  

  • Keep your refrigerator and freezer closed to preserve food for as long as possible. Consider purchasing bags of ice and placing them inside to help save perishable food.

  • Consider keeping an emergency kit handy with items such as a flashlight, first-aid kit, extra batteries, bottled water, cell phone and car charger and a battery-powered radio.

  • Turn off or unplug sensitive electrical devices to safeguard them from power surges that may occur during the restoration process. Leave an incandescent light on so you know when the power comes back. 

  • NEVER OPERATE A GENERATOR INSIDE YOUR HOME. Exhaust from backup generators contain a high level of carbon monoxide (CO) gas, which can be dangerous or even fatal if inhaled.

  • Do not use candles around pets or small children and never leave burning candles unattended.

  • In the event of a power outage, customers should report it to us by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877) or clicking the “Report Outage” link on Report Power Outage (firstenergycorp.com). Customer reported outages help us pinpoint the damage locations and the extent of the outage, which can help speed the restoration of service.

 

RITA 4th Quarter Estimated Income Tax Bills

Richard Bycoskie

On behalf of the City of Rocky River, the Regional Income Tax Agency or RITA, processed and mailed the fourth quarter estimated income tax bills.

Both state law and the City of Rocky River tax code, in most situations, require quarterly estimated income tax payments if the annual amount due is at least $200.   

The next quarterly estimated income tax payment is due January 15, 2024.  Required estimated payments are subject to penalty and late fees if not paid within 30 days of the due date.

 Through the RITA website www.ritaohio.com, you may: 

  • Make a payment;

  • Confirm payments, amount(s) due and credits; 

  • Review payment history;

  • Adjust the amount due. 

Do you have questions on estimated local income taxes? 

Visit  https://www.ritaohio.com/Individuals/Home/Estimates to learn more.

Your City Hall contact for municipal income taxes is Michael A. Thomas, CPA, Director of Finance and Tax Administrator at mthomas@rrcity.com.