Parma Heights Police Department

05/25/2026

‼️The road has reopened. ‼️

🚨Road Closure 🚨

Today, May 25th, 2026 Pearl Road will be closed from Stumph/York Roads to Snow Road for the Memorial Day Parade. The road closure will begin at approximately 9:15 am and last until the parade has ended. Please plan an alternate route if you are traveling in the area. Below is a list of the ceremonies, we’d be happy to have you celebrate with us.

✨ Parma Heights 159th Memorial Day Ceremony & Parade

9:15 AM — Wreath laying by Mayor Marie Gallo at Parma Heights Veterans Memorial (Erected by American Legion Post 703)
📍 6184 Pearl Road City of Parma Heights

9:30 AM — Memorial Day Service
📍Parma-South Presbyterian Church Front Lawn - 6155 Pearl Road, Parma Heights

🎤 Remarks by Parma Heights Mayor Marie Gallo, Parma‑South Presbyterian Church Pastor Christin Moreland, and Guest Speaker retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel Dominic Giordano

🎶 Valley Forge High School Band

~ 10:30 AM — Parade begins immediately following the service

Wreath‑laying & dedication ceremony at Parma Heights Cemetery (after parade)
📍5993 Pearl Road, Parma Heights Ohio

Bring a lawn chair & join us!

05/24/2026

🚔 WE’RE HIRING 🚔

The Parma Heights Police Department is currently accepting applications for entry-level police officers and lateral transfers.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career dedicated to service, professionalism, and protecting the community, now is the time to apply.

✅ Competitive salary
✅ 12-hour shifts
✅ Excellent benefits and pension
✅ Specialized units and career advancement opportunities
✅ Uniforms and equipment provided
✅ Lateral applications accepted year-round

📅 Testing Window:
Open until June 21, 2026

Applicants must complete the written test and application process through the National Testing Network.

For testing and application information:
🌐 https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/

Additional department information:
🌐 https://parmaheightsoh.gov/police-department/

Join a department committed to professionalism, integrity, and community service.

05/11/2026

You will see our officers wearing mourning bands on their badges this week. That is because it is National Police Week, an annual observance in the United States, held in May, dedicated to honoring law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Established by Congress in 1962, it features memorial events across the country with a national event held in Washington D.C.

Local events to honor police week, hosted by the Greater Cleveland Peace Officers Memorial Society include the following:

Monday, May 11 - Candlelight Vigil: 7:45 p.m. at the Greater Cleveland Peace Officers Memorial site in Huntington Park (Lakeside Avenue and West 3rd Street)

Friday, May 15 - (Peace Officers Memorial Day) Police Memorial Parade: 10:30 a.m. starting at Lakeside Avenue and East 12th Street, marching to the memorial site.

Memorial Service: 11:30 a.m. at the Greater Cleveland Peace Officers Memorial immediately following the parade.

04/14/2026

It’s a week for us to make sure we highlight those important department members! 🗓️

Animal Control Officer (ACO) Appreciation Week is celebrated annually during the second full week of April to honor the, often dangerous, work of animal care and control personnel. Supported by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA), this week recognizes professionals who rescue animals, enforce welfare laws, provide community education, and protect public safety.

We are indescribably appreciative and grateful for the work of our certified ACO Braude of Brooklyn & Parma Hts Animal Control her dedication and passion to the profession is second to none! 🐶🐈 She goes above and beyond and is never afraid to get her hands (or uniform) dirty to get the job done! From reuniting pets with their owners, to being an advocate for animals, to providing resources to residents with questions, she never slows down! She even provides training to our officers 👮‍♂️ ACO Braude, thank you and we appreciate you!

04/13/2026

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, often called National Dispatcher Week, is held annually during the second full week of April to honor 911 emergency dispatchers. It recognizes these "heroes behind the headset" for their critical, 24/7 role in supporting public safety, coordinating first responders, and saving lives.

For us it is a chance to recognize the dedicated and hardworking crew of the The Parma Regional 911 Dispatch Center who are the voices on the other end of the radio during the chaos. In addition to being on the radio, these men and women also answer both your 911 and non-emergency calls.

Thank you for all you do for us! We appreciate you!

03/18/2026

Today is the statewide tornado drill at 9:50 a.m., as such you may hear sirens going off. The test takes place every year during Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Visit Ohio's Severe Weather Awareness week website for tips on how to prepare for weather-related emergencies. Additional safety information can be found at cuyahogacounty.gov/ready.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at the Parma Heights Police Department!

If you’re out and about celebrating tonight, please remember to do so responsibly. And as always if you need us, we’re here 24/7 to serve you.

01/23/2026

Just like our Service Department is out there prepping for what is expected to be a very snowy weekend, we want to continue to remind everyone that when a snow parking ban is in effect parking on city streets is prohibited! So as you do your own home’s preparation please make room in your driveway for all of the vehicles at your residence!

01/23/2026

The meteorologists are saying we should be preparing for some snow! In preparation of that, please anticipate a Snow Parking Ban to take effect as we expect more than 2” of accumulation! This means no cars should be parked on the street to allow space for our service crews to safely clear the streets as well as emergency personnel to travel safely while responding to calls for service!

01/22/2026

K-9 Xany cleaned up nicely after his haircut today 🐾

Big thanks to Bubblenest Grooming!

We were honored today to give Xany from the Parma Heights Police Department a grooming today !