Brooklyn Ohio Today

Happy New Year!  In this podcast, the mayor discusses the many exciting projects and events planned for 2026.

A walk through 2025 and the many projects completed and ongoing in Brooklyn.

End of year project review and part two of our conversation with State Representative Chris Glassburn.  In this podcast we discuss increasing property taxes and what residents can expect in 2026.

Santa updates in Brooklyn and part one of a conversation with State Representative Chris Glassburn.  In this episode we discuss the increasing costs of utilities and when relief may be coming.

Christmas is here, Brooklyn!  A conversation with Wally and Dan Parker discussing the wonderful tradition of Santa visiting all of our homes in Brooklyn.  Wally has served with Santa since 1967!

Happy Thanksgiving!  Just in time for the holiday season, a conversation with Suzy Marquis and Laura Paul discussing the great work that the Brooklyn Cares program does for our city.

City updates and a conversation with Army Veteran and former Brooklyn Police Detective Chris Frey.  In honor of Veteran's Day, we discuss Chris's time serving in Kuwait, Iraq, and Bosnia.

Happy Veteran's Day!  City updates and part two of our conversation with Senator Tom Patton.  In this podcast we continue our discussion on the affects of property taxes, hemp legislation, and the capital budget.

City updates and part one of a conversation with Brooklyn's State Senator Tom Patton.

City updates and the conclusion of our conversation with Tom Raguz, City Finance Director.  In this podcast we discuss property taxes in Brooklyn and how these funds are used for residents.  We also discuss the various changes to property taxes that may be coming.

City updates and a discussion with Tom Raguz, the city finance director.  This conversation details where city revenue comes from, how the city is doing financially, and financial challenges that the city faces.

City updates and part two of a conversation with Jeff Snyder of Rumple Recycling.  The discussion details how our recycling in Brooklyn is reused to make new products right here in Ohio.

City updates and part one of an educational and fascinating conversation with Jeff Snyder of Rumpke Recycling.  Learn about the latest technologies in the field and how recycling makes a difference every day.

Thorough update of the numerous projects taking place around Brooklyn.

City updates and a conversation discussing Brooklyn's upcoming Home Days with Karam Hasrouni, Kelli Krall, and Kelly Supek.

Welcome back!  A conversation with Cuyahoga County Planning officials regarding Brooklyn's Master Plan Update and the city-wide survey.

City updates and a conversation with Medical Mutual of Ohio's Community Affairs Director, Christine Taylor.

City updates and a conversation with Brooklyn resident and business owner, Dana Acy.

City updates and a conversation with long-time Clerk of Council Mary-Jo Banish who is retiring at the end of June.

City updates and a conversation with Mary Schreiber, the manager of the newly opened Brooklyn branch of the Cuyahoga County Library.

City updates and a conversation with Brooklyn business owner David Chilcote of Oliver Packaging.

City updates and a conversation with Councilman Matt Mosley discussing his newly formed YES Commission.

City Updates and a conversation with Tony Ramos of the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Commission (NOPEC) regarding upcoming electric rate increases.

Remembering our fallen heroes in a conversation with Brooklyn Fire Captain and Army Sgt. Major Dennis Williams.  Brooklyn remembers and says "thank you."

Happy Armed Forces Day!  City updates and a conversation with Brooklyn Animal Control Officer Miranda Braude discussing various animal control issues and our soon-to-open dog park.

City updates and a conversation with Mayor Tim DeGeeter of Parma and Mayor Marie Gallo of Parma Heights discussing regionalization, animal control and our new dog parks.

City updates and a conversation about voting on next week's renewal levy, district open enrollment and spring school events with Brooklyn School Board President Kelli Krall.

City updates and a conversation with Brooklyn Fire Chief Kevin Paul.

City Updates and a conversation with brand new Brooklyn residents, David Weber and Rachel Gardner, the owners/operators of the new Grocery Outlet in Ridge Park Square.

City updates and a conversation with Amy Arrighi, executive director of RITA, to offer tax filing tips ahead of the April 15 filing deadline and the importance of municipal income taxes to Brooklyn. 

City updates and a conversation with Recreation Commissioner Jack Abbruzzese and Recreation Manager Maria McGinty to discuss the Veterans Memorial Park renovations, the new city Dog Park construction, the Natatorium renovations and the refresh of Brock Memorial Park.

City Updates and a conversation with lifelong resident and owner of Therapeutic Touch, Sonya Foradora

City updates and a conversation with Brooklyn City Schools superintendent Dr. Ted Caleris

City updates and a conversation with Brooklyn Police Chief Scott Mielke

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