Leaf Collection Update

     Leaf Collection Update: Due to weather, leaf collection in the Northwest and Southeast quadrants will extend into next week. Crews will continue to work Saturday and Monday to complete the NW and SE quadrants.

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Take the Recycling Pledge

     The City of Hudson is committed to recycling, and the Hudson Environmental Awareness Committee is encouraging all Hudson residents to make a pledge to recycle in honor of America Recycles Day November 15. America Recycles D...

Councilman Weinstein Announces Resignation, Council Seeks Applicants

     Hudson Ward 2 Councilman Casey Weinstein has submitted his resignation from City Council, effective December 31, 2018. Councilman Weinstein has been elected to the Ohio House, making him ineligible to continue serving as th...

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Avoid Placing Leaves in the Roadway

     When raking or blowing leaves, please DO NOT pile them in the street. This is causing hazardous road conditions for school buses and motorists. If you use a landscaping company, please notify them that leaves are not permit...

Downtown Phase II Listening Sessions Coming Up

     What do you like about Downtown Phase II?  What are your concerns? Hudson City Council is holding two listening sessions to hear from citizens about the Phase II project. Council wants input from as many people as ...

You're Invited to the Business Awards Breakfast

     The City of Hudson and the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce invite you to the Annual Business Awards Breakfast on Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at JOANN Conference Center, 5373 Darrow Road. Outstand...

Apply to be a Public Safety Dispatcher in Hudson

     The City is seeking applications for the position of Part-Time Public Safety Dispatcher to perform specialized communications work in the operation of a communication center, which serves Police, Fire, EMS, and other City d...

New and Improved Howard Hanna is Here

     Thank you Howard Hanna for your commitment to Hudson with your newly remodeled Main Street offices. Howard Hanna held a grand reopening ceremony last week and is ready to help you with your real estate needs! The Hudson off...

City Offices Closed for Veterans Day

City offices will be closed Monday, November 12 in observance of Veterans Day. Veterans Day is set aside to honor and thank those who have served and are currently serving for protecting our country and freedom. If you see a veteran, remember to thank him...

Letter from the Council President on Downtown Phase II

Following is a letter from Council President Bill Wooldredge regarding Downtown Phase II.  To view the letter, click here.

October 24, 2018

To all Hudson residents and businesses:

     As Hudson City Council President, I s...

Job Opening: Substitute School Crossing Guard

     The City is accepting applications for the position of Substitute School Crossing Guard to fill in as needed for the regular School Crossing Guard. This is specialized work ensuring the safety of school children and other p...

Hudson Named to the Smart21 Communities for 2019

     On Thursday, October 25, in Hamilton, Ontario, Hudson was named to the Smart21 Communities of 2019 by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF). Hudson is one of just four U.S. cities in next year’s Smart21. This is t...

Community has Magical Time at Merchants Trick-or-Treat

     Thanks to everyone who visited us at the Merchants of Hudson Trick-or-Treat last week! Watch the video to see if you can spot our vote for most original costume towards the end.

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City Statement on the Referendum Petition

HUDSON, OH (October 26, 2018) – Hudson City Council recently received the report from the Board of Elections (BOE) regarding the citizen petition for Downtown Phase II. Of the 1379 signatures submitted, the BOE certified 850. Today, the Hudson F...

Club Pilates is Now Open

     Club Pilates is now open in Hudson at 118 W. Streetsboro Street, Room 25. The club provides a variety of classes featuring low-impact, full body workouts that challenge your mind as well as your body. Try out Club Pilates' ...

Velocity Broadband Celebrates 200th Business Customer

     Velocity Broadband, owned and operated by the City of Hudson since 2015, has connected its 200th high-speed internet customer. Amaize Gourmet Popcorn Shoppe, formerly Crazy but True Popcorn, is now owned by Laura and Jeremi...

Snow Plow Contractors - Apply for City Permit Online

     All commercial and residential snow plowing and snow removal companies must have a license to operate within the boundaries of Hudson. The annual fee is $15 for each vehicle that will operate within the City. The applicatio...

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is October 27

     As part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lt. Kevin May and Sgt. Chris Roch of the Hudson Police Department will be at ACME Fresh Market, 116 W. Streetsboro Street,...

Hudson is Getting Ready for Halloween!

     This weekend, students from Hudson City Schools will transform Downtown Hudson into a Halloween wonderland at the 52nd Annual Halloween Window Paintings - just in time for the Merchants of Hudson Trick-or-Treat and City-wid...

City Working to Remedy SR 91 Backups

     The City is aware of increasing traffic backups on SR 91 during certain times, which is being caused by the Ohio Department of Transportation construction project on SR 8. We are evaluating the issue, checking the traffic e...

Openings on Hudson Boards and Commissions

     City Council is accepting applications for openings on the Cemetery Board, Board of Zoning and Building Appeals, Planning Commission, Environmental Awareness Committee, Community Television Advisory Committee, and Tree Comm...

HFD Not Associated with Solicitation Calls

     The Hudson Fire Department has received calls about a phone solicitation from the Volunteer Fire Alliance. On the phone they represented themselves as supporting the Hudson Fire Department and that the donations would go di...

Campaign Signs Should be Placed on Private Property

     With the general election only weeks away, campaign signs are popping up throughout the City. Hudson welcomes campaign signs, but they must be placed on private property (with the permission of the property owner) and not i...

It's See Something, Say Something Week

     Mayor Basil proclaimed the week of October 15 as "See Something, Say Something Week". See Something, Say Something teaches students how they can make a difference in the safety of their school and the health of th...

Fall Hydrant Flushing is October 8-19

     The City will conduct fall fire hydrant flushing throughout Hudson from October 8 - 19. Fire hydrants are flushed twice a year to clear the lines of accumulation. Residents may notice discolored water for a short time durin...

Salt Storage Facility and Bus Garage Project Update

     Construction is well underway at the Salt Storage Facility and Bus Garage site. The crews are working so quickly that the Salt Storage Facility roof trusses are almost completely in place and the site is looking different d...

Get Fired Up! Become a Volunteer Firefighter

     Do you have the passion and dedication to do something amazing for the community? Do you have what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter? Fire Chief Jerry Varnes recently announced the Hudson Fire Department will be accept...

Join HFD for Fire Safety Open House October 14

     The Hudson Fire Department will conclude National Fire Prevention Week with its annual Fire Safety Open House Sunday, October 14, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hudson Safety Center on S. Oviatt Street. Bring the entire famil...

Sweet Kiddles Opens Hudson Location

     Sweet Kiddles, a flexible childcare center, recently opened a location in Hudson at 725 W. Streetsboro Street, in the same building as Goldfish Swim School. Check out the Sweet Kiddles website or stop by to learn about this...

New Gaga Ball Pit Open at Veterans Way Park

     Hudson’s newest addition to Veterans Way Park is a Gaga Ball pit that was donated, built, and installed by the Hudson Community First Youth Board. Gaga Ball is a variant of dodgeball that is played in a Gaga pit. ...

Hudson Ranks in Top 10 Intelligent Communities by Population

     The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) released a comprehensive ranking of intelligent communities grouped by population. Hudson ranked 10th among cities with populations under 50,000. Hudson was one of only four U.S. cities...

SR 8 Reconstruction Project Begins Week of September 17

     The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will begin its State Route 8 Reconstruction Project the week of September 17. The project is located between Graham Road and State Route 303 and is scheduled to be completed by s...

Dispose of Old Documents and Electronics September 22

     There are plenty of green activities planned for Green on the Green Saturday, September 22 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., including document shredding and electronics collection! 

e-Waste (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.)

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Make a Rain Barrel at Green on the Green Sept. 22

     Did you know rain barrels not only conserve water, but also help filter out pollutants and prevent erosion and flooding? The use of a rain barrel can also generate savings on water and sewer bills and may result in credits ...

Enter to Win a Hand-Painted Rain Barrel on Sept. 22

     A colorful rain barrel painted by local artists from Hudson High School will be raffled off at Green on the Green Saturday, September 22 at noon. Raffle tickets are $1 and are available for advance purchase at the Public Wo...

Area L Smoke Testing Begins September 4

     The Environmental Design Group and C&K Industrial Inc., on behalf of the Summit County Department of Sanitary Sewer Service (DOSSS), will be conducting a smoke testing investigation of the sanitary sewer during the next...

Norton Road Milling Begins Today/Tomorrow

     UPDATE 9/4 4:51 PM: The City of Stow has postponed the milling and resurfacing of Norton Road between Hudson Drive and the Hike and Bike Trail until further notice.

     The City of Stow is expecte...

Road Construction Updates 8/30/18

Norton Road Lane Closure Through August 31

     The City is working on a storm project in front of 1837 and 1849 Norton Road. One lane will be closed in this area from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through Friday, August 31. Traffic wil...

Police Update -- Burglary Prevention

     With two burglaries in the past few weeks and much misinformation about these and other incidents on social media, here are the facts and tips to help you stay safe. Today, there was a forced entry through a back door of a ...

EAC to Hold Green on the Green September 22

     The Hudson Environmental Awareness Committee (EAC) is pleased to announce the 2018 Green on the Green Environmental Expo will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the Gazebo Green in front ...

Hudson Appoints Perry A. Tabak as Police Chief

HUDSON, OH (August 14, 2018) – City Manager Jane Howington has named Perry A. Tabak as Chief of the Hudson Police Department. Chief Tabak, a 24-year veteran with the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department, most recently served as Captain/Special Operations Comm...

Akron Zoo Community Days Tickets Now Available

     In appreciation of the support of Summit County communities, the Akron Zoo is offering Hudson residents free one-day tickets to Summit County Community Days at the Zoo Tuesday, September 4 through Sunday, September 9. Akron...

Sanitation Schedule Delayed Week of September 3

     The sanitation schedule will be delayed the week of September 3 due to the Labor Day holiday.

• Monday, September 3 - Holiday - No Pickup
• Tuesday, September 4 - Southeast Quadrant
• Wednesday, September 5 - Southwest Quadrant
• Thurs...

College Street to Reopen on August 27

     Western Reserve Academy is finishing up construction and renovations on campus. As a result, College Street will reopen on Monday, August 27.

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Artists Showcase Work at 38th Art on the Green

     More than 150 artists will showcase their original work at the 38th Art on the Green on Saturday, August 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, August 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by to browse the jewelry, paintings, wood ...

Officer Jason Tentler Joins HPD

On Wednesday, August 15, 2018, Hudson City's Solicitor Matt Vazzana swore in Jason E. Tentler as a Police Officer with the Hudson Police Department. Officer Tentler has been a deputy sheriff in Portage County since 2012. He graduated from Jackson High Sch...

Council Postpones Vote on Community-Wide Internet

     Hudson is exploring the viability of a City-owned and operated community-wide fiber-optic internet network that would provide all Hudson residents with access to affordable high-speed internet. Hudson City Council had discu...

Hudson Selected as a Smart21 Community of 2018 by ICF

     Hudson has been selected as a Smart21 Community of 2018 by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) at its 4th Annual Next Gen Tech Conference in New York City, produced by Silicon Harlem.

     Hudson...