Mayor Frank Whitfield

12/08/2023

"I would like to congratulate Expresso Bakery on reopening today and showing their perseverance to bounce back from a set back." - Mayor Whitfield

The bakery on 4th Street in Elyria officially reopened at 5 a.m. on Friday.

12/05/2023

Feedback from our residents called for the City to begin to assist with transportation, in particular for our seniors. This past summer, the City of Elyria purchased a 12 passenger van to begin this journey. So far, the van has been used for OurElyria tours, land use planning, and more.

Last week, the City of Elyria provided transportation from the RJ Gordon senior housing facility to the Thomas O. Shores South Recreation for The Active People (TAPs) Program. This allowed seniors with transportation challenges to be able to participate in TAPs.

The TAPs Program is designed for mature Elyrian residents eager for physical activity and community involvement. Program activities are FREE for Elyria residents, sponsored through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds.

To see the calendar for TAPs, visithttps://www.cityofelyria.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/TAP_December_Calendar_2023.pdf and contact Parks and Recreation to learn more.

11/28/2023

It's and we hope that you'll take the time to support organizations and issues that are close to your heart, today and every day.

There are also some great events coming up in the City of Elyria this week that you don't want to miss. Check out the video below to hear all about it!

11/28/2023

We invite you to join us this Friday, December 1st, for our Monthly First Friday Community Roundtable Meeting on Violence Prevention. The meeting will take place at the South Rec Center from 4:00 - 5:00 PM. All are welcome!

For more information, visit cityofelyria.org/calendar.

11/16/2023

In case you missed it, Mayor Whitfield presented three Public Safety solutions to the Finance Committee on Monday, November 13th. These include solutions to retain our Police Chief, solutions to recruitment and retention of our law enforcement officers, and investments in technology that help to solve crime. Check out the video below for more information.

City of Elyria, Ohio
Elyria Police Department

11/16/2023

Elyria will again honor veterans this holiday season, as the city is partnering with the Elyria Council of Veterans to decorate veterans trees in City Hall for the second year.

11/16/2023

11/11/2023

Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service and sacrifice. We are forever grateful for your courage and dedication to protecting our nation.

11/03/2023

We invite you to join us this afternoon for our Monthly First Friday Community Roundtable Meeting on Violence Prevention. The meeting will take place at the South Rec Center from 4:00 - 5:00 PM.

Mayor Whitfield, the Chief of Police, and Elyria Police Department will be present to listen to residents' and community partners' ideas and concerns regarding violence in Elyria. They will also be sharing the city's current plans, and getting feedback from those in attendance about how we can make the plans better.

All are welcome! For more information, visit cityofelyria.org.

11/01/2023

Thank you City of Elyria, Ohio for another safe and enjoyable trick or treat

10/31/2023

We want to welcome Officer Rose and Officer Hackney to the Elyria Police Department, congratulations on your promotion Sgt. Walker., and finally thank you to our chaplains for their prayers and support of our department.

We have much work to do. I’m excited to welcome on two new officers with experience who can get out on the street soon and make Elyria safer.