October 29, 2020

• During the Governor’s press conference today, Trumbull County was placed in the Red-Level 3-Very High Exposure category under the state’s Public Health Advisory Alert System.
• Over the past 30 days, data that we have collected indicates that our transition from “orange” to “red” is a result of a significant increased community transmission.
• Over the period of 10/19/20 – 10/25/20, Trumbull County experienced a new case increase of 199 cases compared to 89 cases the previous week. In addition, our case rate has increased from 25.76 per 100,000 through the end of September to 125.27 per 100,000 as of 10/28/2020, thus triggering that indicator in the altering system. Equally important, is the 7- day increase that we also experienced during that timeframe. At the end of September our 7-day case rate went from 2.71 to 13 by the end of October. 95.5% of Trumbull County’s cases are directly attributed to community spread, and not long term care facilities.
• We have investigated outbreaks at various mass gathering settings, which included weddings, religious activities and school settings, but the bulk of the viral transmission is occurring from family member to family member through private family gatherings.
• Given this sizable increase we are experiencing, it is more important now than ever that we follow the state orders of masking, social distancing, hand hygiene and environmental cleanliness. Moreover, we need to seriously think about curtailing our attendance at mass gatherings, or the need to hold them, where the risk of transmission is elevated and where others may be put at risk.
• Trumbull County andWarren City Health Officials have been meeting and working in conjunction with our long term care facilities, hospital systems, incident command team, as well as our school systems, developing strategies to reduce the county’s risk of spread of COVID-19.
• Health department staff continue to monitor COVID-19 on a daily basis, and will update strategies in conjunction with our EOC as the need arises and the data indicates. Therefore,our residents should remain vigilant and continue to limit their activities as much as possible, avoiding large gatherings, continue to practice social distancing, stay home when ill, keep their hands clean and sanitized, avoid touching their face, keep high touch areas clean ansanitized and wear facial covering when out in public.
• We are requesting that any media inquiries pertaining to the press release be forwarded to us by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We would like to congratulate our newly sworn in Lieutenant Brandon Gaines.
Welcome to the Warren City Fire Department!

Curbside leaf collection will begin Monday, November 2, 2020 and run through Friday, November 27, 2020. No leaves will be picked up prior to November 2, 2020 or after November 30, 2020.

ABSOLUTELY NO PLASTIC BAGS WILL BE PICKED UP CURB SIDE
Any resident wishing to dispose of leaves at the Environmental Services Department can do so Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:30 am and 2:00 pm. through December 10, 2020. No branches, shrubs, trees, etc. will be accepted.

Due to Covid-19, proper face covering and social distance guidelines will be enforced while disposing of leaves.

• Leaves must be in biodegradable paper yard bags. Please do not put anything other than leaves in the biodegradable bags.
• Bags should NOT be closed using tape or twist tied
• Leaves in any other type of bag, box etc. will not be picked up.
• Biodegradable bags are available at many local stores; including hardware, grocery and drug.

COLLECTION SCHEDULE
N.W. SIDE - leaf bags will be picked up on Mondays
N.E. SIDE - leaf bags will be picked up on Tuesdays
S.E. SIDE - leaf bags will be picked up on Wednesdays
S.W. SIDE - leaf bags will be picked up on Thursdays
PLEASE HAVE BAGS OUT THE NIGHT BEFORE THE SCHEDULED PICK-UP DAY

The City of Warren is announcing that the second phase of the contract with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is scheduled to begin the week of July 20, 2020. During this phase TNC will begin restoration and beautification of the Mahoning River corridor by removing invasive nonnative shrubs and plants. Herbicides used during this process will be applied in a way that is limited and localized to the removed plant and shrub roots. This will have no detrimental effects on the environment and will be safe for all users of the parks. TNC staff will begin the process at the south end of Perkins Park on Monday July 20th  and work around the perimeter towards the north end. From there TNC will move north to Packard Park beginning the week of July 27th. All work is weather permitting therefore timelines may be moved up or delayed.

For more information on this Park Enhancement Project, click here to see the presentation prepared by TNC. 

Warren City Active Transportation presents a live WikiMap. Please view the attached flyer and click on the WikiMap link to view the proposed plan and provide input for this community plan.

For more information:

Click Here to View Flyer

Warren City Active Transportation Facebook Page

Disconnection of water service is now resuming within the state of Ohio effective July 10, 2020.

Customers with delinquent balances from the City of Warren Water Department will be receiving a door hanger with a reminder of their past due water balance and the following message:

Effective Monday, July 13, 2020, all customers with a past due water balance will be subject to disconnection of service.  To avoid such action, make payment in full prior to 7/13/2020 or contact the Water Department at (330) 841-2531.

Ohio Department of Health Guidelines for Garage Sales During Coronavirus Outbreak.

UPCOMING PROJECT INFORMATION

CITY OF WARREN TRAFFIC SIGNAL EVALUATION AND UPGRADE SCHOOL ZONE SIGNALS MULTI-WAY STOP ANALYSIS

PIDs: 107235 & 110953

The City of Warren will utilize federal funds to improve the city’s traffic signal system.  Professional Traffic Operations Engineers have reviewed traffic counts and completed signal warrants for the city’s sixty-one signalized intersections.  The signal warrants have been completed in accordance with the standards outlined in the Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Devices.  Recommendations have been made to remove twenty one signals.  The signals will be placed in flash mode for a period of time to monitor the intersection before the signal is taken out.  The engineering study has been forwarded to representatives of the Ohio Department of Transportation for review and comment.  

The improvements to the City of Warren’s traffic signal system will include upgrading vehicle detection, calculating and implementing signal timings, establishing communication within the signal system, installing a server to operate and monitor the system, and removing unwarranted signals.  Battery backup power supply systems will be installed at selected signalized intersections.  The estimated cost of the project is $1,633,500.  Federal CMAQ funds will cover 100% of the project costs.  The funds for construction will be available in 2021.

The City of Warren will utilize federal Safe Routes To School funds to replace the city’s 20 MPH school zone flasher assemblies. New pedestrian signals with countdown feature will be installed at selected signalized intersections in the local school zones.  Grant funds in the amount of $250,000 are being provided to cover costs associated with engineering and construction.  There is no local share required.  The school zone signal improvements will be constructed at the same time as the citywide signal upgrades.  

As the city works to modernize its traffic signal system, it is also examining intersections that have a stop sign on each leg of the intersection. The City of Warren has a total of 71 of these multi-way-stop-controlled intersections.  The Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Devices provides specific criteria relating to traffic volumes and crash data that must be met in order to have this type of traffic control.  Traffic data was collected and analyzed at each of the 71 intersections. It was determined that conditions at 12 of these intersections meet the OMUTCD requirements while the conditions at the remaining locations fall short of meeting the criteria. The City will be converting the traffic control at these locations from multi-way stop control to two-way stop control.  Stop signs will be removed along the major street and traffic on the minor side street will be required to stop.

The full engineering study for the traffic signal system and multi-way stop analysis see below:

• Draft Traffic Control Warrant Study (PDF)
• Map (PDF)

To ensure the decision-making process is comprehensive, the City of Warren is seeking comments from the public about the social, environmental and economic impacts of this proposed project.  Environmental impacts include those involving archeological, architectural and ecological resources, regulated materials and the general location of the project. The City of Warren also requests information regarding the presence of any known cultural resources in the vicinity of the project including prehistoric and historic archaeological sites, historic bridges, historic buildings, landmarks and districts.  Any comments you may have regarding the environmental impacts and/or the proposed project may be submitted by June 30 2020.

All public comments, questions and/or concerns about the project are welcomed and should be directed to:

Mr. Paul Makosky
City of Warren Director, Engineering, Planning & Building Department
540 Laird Avenue, S.E.
Warren, OH 44484
330-841-2973
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Residents of Warren, Ohio:  

Warren City Council will be holding their Regular Meeting of Council on Wednesday May 27, 2020 at 4:00 PM via You Tube.  If there are any issues you would like addressed please Email your questions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Please include your Name, Address, Phone Number and Ward Number and your questions will be read during our You Tube meeting on the 27th. 

Again, please get your questions Emailed to the Clerk of Council This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Tuesday May 26, 2020.

Thank you.

Social Distancing

• Maintain 6 feet for both employees and members of the public at all times.
• Designate with tape or signage for employees and customers in line to maintain appropriate distance.

Face Masks

• A face mask made of cloth or fabric must be worn by all employees and cover an individual’s nose, mouth, and chin.
• Exemptions – People with medical conditions who cannot wear the mask are exempt (must provide medical documentation).

Employees & Management

• Employees are to take their temperature daily with a thermometer. If their temperature is 100 ̊ F. or higher they are excluded from working in the facility. They may return to work only when their temperature is under 100 ̊ F. for 3 days (without taking any medication). If an employee is experiencing coronavirus symptoms (cough, chills, sore throat, shortness of breath etc.) symptoms must improve for 3 days and at least 7 days must pass since symptoms first began before returning to work.
•  Employees must wash their hands every 2 hours or more often as necessary.
•  Ensure 6 feet distancing for all employees, kitchen and service staff.
•  Limit the number of people in the break room to ensure distancing.
•  Increase cleaning of commonly touched surfaces such as workstations, countertops, railings, door handles, and doorknobs.
•  Make hand sanitizer readily available to all employees.
•  Clean and sanitize tabletops, chairs, and menus in between seating customers.
•  Condiment bottles cannot be used. Ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, salt & pepper shakers. must be served in single packets or cups. Unused condiment packages must be discarded.
•  Vases on the tables are prohibited.
•  Arcade games, live entertainment, and dancing are prohibited in the restaurant, bar and patio areas.
•  Clean and sanitize all high touch areas (door handles, light switches, phones, pens, touch screens) every 2 hours or more frequently as needed.
•  Provide hand sanitizing stations for customers.
•  Salad bars and buffets are permitted if served by staff with 6 feet of social distancing between customers.
•  Customers must be seated when consuming alcoholic beverages (no standing).
•  No more than a party of 10 can be seated with distancing of 6 feet between tables.
•  High back booths are considered a barrier. They must be high enough where a customer cannot reach over to interact with another customer.