Cleveland Municipal Bulletin: Infrastructure Advisories and Community Resource Notices

Infrastructure and Traffic Advisories

The City of Cleveland and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) remind residents of ongoing major rehabilitation projects affecting downtown travel. The I-90 Central Interchange project continues to impact traffic between East 9th Street and Carnegie Avenue. Travelers should expect various lane restrictions and traffic shifts as crews work on pavement replacement and bridge upgrades. Public safety remains the top priority during these significant upgrades to the city's transit corridors.

• I-77 Downtown Bridge Replacement: Work continues on the bridge decks over Woodland Avenue (U.S. 422), East 22nd Street, and East 14th Street. Ramp closures and lane restrictions remain in effect as part of the ongoing effort to modernize the downtown highway infrastructure.
• Wallings Road Closure: In Broadview Heights, Wallings Road remains closed between West Mill Road and Mill Road for bridge widening and replacement. This closure is scheduled to last through April 2026. Motorists are advised to utilize the Pleasant Valley Road detour via Brecksville or Broadview Roads.
• Ward 8 Pipeline Project: Enbridge Gas Ohio is currently replacing pipeline infrastructure on East 91st Street and East 92nd Street. Work is conducted Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sidewalk restoration and final paving are expected to conclude this spring.

Public Review: 5-Year Consolidated Plan

The Department of Community Development has issued a formal notice regarding the draft of the 2026-2030 Five-Year Consolidated Plan. This document governs the use of federal funds, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). While the draft will be available for public review starting March 8, 2026, residents are encouraged to prepare their comments for the upcoming public hearings at Cleveland City Hall. These funds are critical for housing, homelessness prevention, and neighborhood development.

Public Health and Health Policy Meetings

The Ohio Department of Health has convened a meeting of the Ohio Newborn Screening Advisory Council for today, Friday, March 6, 2026. The session, which began at 9:50 a.m., focuses on the technical and medical protocols for infant screenings across the state. Additionally, in observance of National Nutrition Month throughout March, the Cleveland Department of Public Health is promoting local resources to improve community access to healthy and affordable food.

Community Service: Utility Assistance Fair

Cleveland City Council is hosting a Utility Assistance Resource Fair on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Representatives will be available to assist residents with applications for heating, water, and electric bill relief programs. Residents seeking on-site assistance should bring proof of income and current utility statements to expedite the application process.

Upcoming Legislative Sessions

The next full session of the Cleveland City Council is scheduled for Monday, March 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes final considerations for the 2026 municipal budget following the intensive departmental hearings conducted throughout February. Residents may attend in person at City Hall or view the live broadcast on the city's official government access channels.