Willoughby Police Station - City of Willoughby, Ohio

Project Overview

The City of Willoughby will establish a new police station at 37733 Euclid Avenue, the former Meister Media Worldwide building. This project emphasizes the city’s commitment to modernizing public safety infrastructure and ensuring that the police department is equipped to serve the community effectively.

The current police station, located at 36700 Euclid Avenue, was built in 1975 and has been deemed functionally obsolete. A comprehensive Facility Program and Needs Assessment study conducted in 2021 by the Police Facility Design Group revealed significant deficiencies, including outdated infrastructure, inadequate space for current operations, and an inability to meet modern law enforcement standards.

In May 2023, Willoughby residents approved a Safety Levy that will generate the necessary funding to support the new police station. The levy also provides for the purchase of a new ladder truck for the Willoughby Fire Department, replacing a 20-year-old vehicle, and creates a sustainable revenue source for future capital needs, such as vehicles and equipment for first responders.

This forward-thinking approach addresses current challenges but also ensures that Willoughby’s first responders have the resources they need to protect and serve the community for years to come.