
Welcome to Voices of Lorain
Voices of Lorain is our community's new hub to share, discuss, and collaborate on creating sustainable solutions for important issues, challenges, and opportunities in our community. Thanks for taking part, joining with us, and making your voice heard.
Active Projects
Engineering Department
Tower and Leavitt (SR 58) Signal Improvements - PID 120792
New signal, detection and overhead signage at Tower Boulevard and Leavitt Road (SR 58)
OPWC 2025 Round 38
Local Road Improvements
Wayfinding
Lorain will be using wayfinding signage to help people orient themselves in a new space, find their destinations with minimal stress, and locate points of interest
Spot on Safety
This temporary demonstration project represents a novel approach to traffic calming in Lorain.
Year 1 Ped Safety - D3D12 PID #117537
Safe Routes To School 2025 - PID 117559
Connecting Communities - South Lorain E. 39th Area
Kolbe Road Sidewalks Project - PID 124447
Kolbe Road Sidewalks
Oakwood Park Connector - PID 124013
Oakwood Park sidewalk construction project.
TLCI 28th Street - Planning - PID 112016
Broadway Corridor - Design for 25 - 122461
Federal Aid: Longbrook and Yorktown Roads Rehabilitation - Construction PID #120288
SRTS 2026 Grant PID #120211
Connecting Communities - South Lorain (Helen Steiner Rice Elementary and Southview Middle School)
Federal Aid: Tower Boulevard PID #120287
Tower Boulevard Rehabilitation [Oberlin Ave. to Leavitt Rd.(SR58)]
Reconstruction of Colorado Ave and Henderson Dr - PID 118175
Removal concrete island and signal reconstruction at the intersection of Colorado Ave and Henderson Dr
Year 2 Ped Safety PID #119936
Pedestrian Safety Improvements
Black River Dredge Reuse Facility
To ensure continued navigability, the Black River Harbor undergoes annual dredging. Supported by funding from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, the City of Lorain's newly constructed Black River Dredge Material Reuse Facility is prepared to receive up to 75,000 cubic yards of dredged material starting in July 2024.
Other Projects
2024 Storm Impact Report:
2024 Storm Impact in Northeast Ohio, where we examine its aftermath and ongoing recovery efforts.
Lorain LifeCare Ambulance 2024 Contract
Information regarding the newly signed agreement between the City of Lorain and LifeCare Ambulance, Inc.
Bartlett Maritime Corporation Coming to Lorain
Explore the impact of Bartlett Maritime Corp proposal for Lorain!
City of Lorain 5-Year Consolidated Plan
2024 Solar Eclipse - City of Lorain
Experience the cosmic awe of a total solar eclipse in Lorain! Join us to explore a universe of exciting daytime events as our city steps into the celestial spotlight in 2024.
CLIMATE RESILIENCE PLAN
"Let's shape the future of Lorain together! Immerse yourself in a conversation about our town's response to climate change and discover how you can help make our community more resilient and sustainable."
Southside Gateway Community Plan
Join us in shaping the future of South Lorain! Get involved with the exciting changes ahead as the Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority and City of Lorain collaborate to revitalize Southside Gardens and the surrounding community, initiating sustainable housing, business development, improved infrastructure, and more.
Food Forward Lorain: Urban Agriculture and Innovation Production Planning Grant
Discover how you can be part of a vital transformation in Lorain, shaping healthier neighborhoods by ensuring accessibility to nutritious food for everyone. Your insight can help make a meaningful difference in our community's health and ved sustainability by supporting local urban agriculture and innovative food production initiatives.
Vibrant Lorain Initiative - Public Art & Culture
Interested in the future of murals, sculptures, and other public art installations in Lorain? We're seeking your invaluable insights to shape our understanding of community sentiment towards public art programming.
Lorain Safe Pets Initiative
Learn more about the City of Lorain’s pets and animal regulations and policies to keep you and your pets safe.
Small Business Resources Assessment
Want to help shape the future of Lorain's small business community? Join the conversation to determine what resources are necessary for our local economy to thrive.
Public Notice Extreme Weather
10 Year Comprehensive Plan
Keep Moving Lorain Forward
The American Rescue Plan Act and Your City
Learn more about how the City of Lorain will utilize the ARPA funding
Recently Completed Projects
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