Housing Council Applications Close May 1
The City of Lakewood is seeking volunteers to serve on the Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (CRAHC). The deadline to apply for this volunteer position is Friday, May 1st. The CRAHC is an advisory board that helps to evaluate the performance of the City’s Community Reinvestment Area Council. How to Apply Interested and qualified individuals should […]
Coffee with a Cop/Firefighter Set For January 31st
Join our officers and neighborhood paramedic on Saturday, January 31st from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for coffee and get to know our first responders at The Quilting Bee, 1456 Warren Road. There will also be a special activity for kids.
MLK Jr. Day Holiday Refuse & Recycling Schedule
Due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday, there will be no refuse or recycling collected on Monday, January 20, 2024. Normal collection days may change for the week of January 19th. Please refer to the chart below: If Your Normal Collection Day Is: Have your Refuse and Recycling Ready By: Monday 6:00 AM on […]
Lakewood City Council Accepting Applications for Ward 4 Vacancy
Following Councilwoman Cindy Marx’s announcement that she will resign from the Ward 4 Office of Council on December 31, 2025, Lakewood City Council is accepting applications for the Ward 4 position. Per the City Charter, an applicant must be a city resident for at least one year, a registered Lakewood voter, and live in Ward […]
2025 Leaf Collection Begins Monday, November 3rd
The City of Lakewood will begin collecting loose leaves on Monday, November 3, 2025, and will continue through Friday, December 19, 2025, weather permitting. Prior to November 3rd, limited bulk leaf collections may occur weather permitting. Leaves can also be placed in paper yard/leaf bags (no plastic bags) and set out on your regular refuse […]
Lakewood to Honor Veterans on November 11th at Lakewood Park
The City of Lakewood’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony will take place Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial in Lakewood Park, 14532 Lake Avenue. Lakewood’s annual Veterans Day observance is a tribute to the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. The ceremony will begin with […]
Apply Today To Participate In The 2026 Lakewood Police Citizens’ Academy
Registration for the 2026 Lakewood Police Citizens’ Academy has ended. The class is now at full capacity. Stay tuned for information on the next Citizens’ Academy. The Lakewood Division of Police is offering a unique opportunity to get an inside look into the workings of and role of Lakewood’s Police Department. The Lakewood Police Citizens’ Academy […]
Lakewood Community Festival Set For September 6th
The 37th annual Lakewood Community Festival will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Madison Park, 13201 Madison Avenue. The festival celebrates community, cultural heritage and families. It is a day of fun and activities for everyone. Craft and game booths, live entertainment, an inflatable obstacle course, and […]
Fourth of July Rules at Lakewood Park
Lakewood’s annual fireworks display is set to take place on Friday, July 4, 2025 at approximately 9:45 PM. The rain date is Saturday, July 6, 2025. The fireworks discharge area includes the Kiwanis Club Pavilion and Kids’ Cove playground areas, meaning that they will be closed during the entire holiday. To ensure the events are […]
Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department named Grand Marshals of the Lakewood Fourth of July Parade
The Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year and will serve as the grand marshals of the city’s annual Fourth of July parade. The parade is scheduled to step-off on Lake Avenue at Kenneth Drive at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 4, 2025, and conclude at Lakewood Park. The […]