Mayor’s Report

As summer arrives, Willoughby comes alive with new energy. Whether it’s youth sports, concerts, or family-friendly events, there’s always something happening!

One of the highlights of the season is the return of our Summer Concert Series at Osborne Park and Downtown Willoughby. Concerts at Osborne Park will take place from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm on June 10, July 15, July 22, and August 12. Downtown Willoughby concerts will be held on Thursdays from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm beginning June 18. A list of performers is available on the City of Willoughby website.

There is an exciting addition to the concert lineup this year, a special July 4th performance by the Cleveland Pops Orchestra as part of the national America 250 celebration commemorating our nation’s anniversary. The concert will take place on the grounds of Andrews Osborne Academy and the Fine Arts Association and promises to be a memorable celebration of patriotism, music, and American tradition. Details of this family-friendly event are available on our website and Facebook page.

Last month’s celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Willoughby Baseball League reinforced that baseball remains one of Willoughby’s favorite summer traditions. I encourage residents to stop by one of our parks this summer, support our young athletes, and enjoy a tradition that has brought generations of families together.

Osborne Park Pool is also open for the season and remains one of the community’s favorite ways to cool off during the warmer months. Residents can find pool hours, admission rates, and additional information on our website.

We are also proud of the continued success of the Willoughby Stingers swim team, which trains and competes at Osborne Park Pool. The Stingers have captured league championships each of the past three summers and will once again compete this season, looking to continue their impressive run.

Visitors to Wes Point Park may also notice two bright yellow Adirondack chairs recently installed by Tour Lake County as part of its “We Saved a Seat for You” tourism campaign, which encourages residents and visitors to explore and enjoy destinations throughout Lake County. The chairs provide a great photo opportunity, so be sure to stop by, take a seat, and share your photos with us this summer.

As more residents and families spend time outdoors during the summer months, we have also received several calls regarding pet etiquette throughout the community. We kindly remind pet owners that the city ordinance requires pets to remain leashed on public property, and owners must clean up after their pets. We also ask residents to be mindful of trash placement following collection days. If home projects or clean-outs take place after your scheduled pickup, please wait until the evening before your next collection day to place materials at the curb. These simple courtesies help keep our parks and neighborhoods enjoyable for everyone.

Have a safe and memorable summer. See you around Willoughby!