Beachwood City Council
Dear Residents, At the start of 2024, we on Beachwood City Council set a clear and ambitious goal: to make this a year of action and progress. I’m proud to say we delivered, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and teamwork of my council colleagues, Mayor Berns, and his administration. We listened to and acted on the real concerns of our residents, including taking a stand against the boycott, divestment and sanctions against Israel (BDS) resolution put in front of our county council, investigating outdoor warning sirens and other emergency notification methods, adding more lighted crosswalks to protect our pedestrians, and collaborating with the members of our community who wanted single-gender swimming sessions, so they too could enjoy our pool. One of our most significant achievements this year was our collaboration with Mayor Berns on the forward-thinking investment in acquiring the Fairmount Temple property — a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shape Beachwood’s future. To ensure the development reflects the community’s vision, we actively sought resident input, creating an inclusive process for decision-making. In a community-wide survey and at a well- attended public meeting, our residents made it clear that they want new housing at the Fairmount site, so that’s the direction we’re going. City Council and the Mayor also got the ball rolling on streetlights in our neighborhoods by launching a solar street lighting pilot. Pending the results of the pilot program, solar streetlights have the potential to reduce light pollution, and, over their lifetime, create substantial savings in utility costs. None of this would have been possible without the support of Beachwood’s residents. It’s your hard work that has made our city what it is today. Your engagement, feedback, and commitment to our city have been instrumental in building a robust foundation for a safe, thriving, and strong community. My council colleagues and I are looking forward to working together with the mayor and his administration to continue moving Beachwood toward a brighter future. Sincerely,
Alec Isaacson, President 216.291.2797
Danielle Shoykhet, VP 216.212.9212
Jillian DeLong 216.509.3514
Joshua Mintz 650.464.6788
Alec Isaacson, Council President
Pete Smith 216.299.3557
How To Email City Council:
FirstName.LastName@beachwoodohio.com Ex: alec.isaacson@beachwoodohio.com
Ali B. Stern 240.706.7478
June E. Taylor 216.533.7640
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