Farewell 2024
As we have bid farewell to another year and welcome in 2025, I want to extend my heartfelt wishes for a joyful and prosperous New Year to each and every one of you. The transition into a new year is a time of renewal and reflection. It’s an opportunity to set new goals, embrace fresh beginnings and cherish the moments that bring us together as a community. Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or counting up God’s blessings in 2024, I hope the start of this year brings you happiness, health and success.
Looking back on the past year, I am proud of how our community has come together to support one another and to build a stronger, more vibrant place to call home. As we move forward into 2025, let us carry forward that same spirit of unity and cooperation. Together, we can continue to make positive strides and work toward goals and aspirations that will benefit our City.
State of the City Address
As your Mayor, I personally invite you to join us for the State of the City Address on Thursday, February 27th, in the Brecksville Human Services Center Gathering Room. The doors will open at 6:00 pm, with the presentation to start at 6:30. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear about the exciting growth and accomplishments of our economically thriving community, and to celebrate the contributions and successes of our City throughout the year. During the event, we will also honor the Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year for their outstanding impact on our town. I look forward to seeing you all there and having the opportunity to connect with you in person.
Conversation with the Mayor
Prior to the State of the City Address, I invite you to attend the Conversation with the Mayor on Wednesday, February 26th, at 2:00 pm also in the Brecksville Human Services Center Gathering Room. This is a personal opportunity for you to engage with me directly, ask questions, and provide feedback. It’s a chance for me to hear your thoughts, share some insights on upcoming projects, and discuss how we can make Brecksville a better place for everyone. I hope you will join me for this informal event in addition to the State of the City Address. I look forward to meeting with you!
Winter Weather Reminders
Even though we have now survived two snow storms, please continue to drive carefully during winter weather, adhere to snow parking bans, and give yourself extra time to reach your destinations. I also encourage everyone to take extra caution when walking on icy sidewalks and roads, as winter falls can result in serious injuries. As always, our Service Department will be working extra hard to clear the roads!
Something To Look Forward To
I have been meeting with Bill Eddy and Joe Hallal of our American Legion Post 196 and I’m excited to tell you that in May our downtown will see the beginning of “The Hometown Hero” banner program. Banners portraying pictures of Brecksville military servicemen and women and their branches of service will be posted on utility poles for all to see. Veterans of course deserve acknowledgement of their service and in some cases a salute to those who unselfishly gave their lives for the preservation of freedom in our country and around the globe. Please see page 13 of this Bulletin.
Upcoming City Events and Reminders
The 2025 City Calendar is available for pickup at City Hall, the Community Center and the Human Services Center.
City offices and facilities will be open on MLK Day, Monday, January 20. That’s also the day that the President will be inaugurated.
If my wife Nancy and I had a daughter I would be dancing with her at the Community Center’s Father/Daughter Dance on February 7. That’s if I had tickets, because it’s been sold out with a long waiting list for some time.
However, on March 14, it’s the Mother/Son Dance at the Community Center from 6:30 to 8:30. Please see details on page 23 of this Bulletin.
City offices will be closed for Presidents’ Day on February 17. The Community Center will be open from 10 to 5.
As always, please feel free to reach out to me with any concerns, ideas, or suggestions for our community. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us create a better environment for everyone.
Here’s to a New Year filled with exciting opportunities, cherished moments and continued growth. May 2025 be a year of great achievements and happiness for you and your loved ones!
Best wishes for this New Year!
Mayor Daryl J. Kingston