Bedford City Council approved minutes from the April 6 work session and regular meeting, along with the April 16 special council work session.

A major item was approval for the city to apply for special Community Development Block Grant funds through Cuyahoga County. City officials said the funding could support projects such as road resurfacing, senior-related improvements, and work connected to the Greencroft resurfacing project, including waterline and playground-related improvements.

Council also approved contracts for six replacement fire hydrants through Ferguson Waterworks and UV bulbs for the wastewater treatment plant’s disinfection system through MRS Distribution. The UV bulbs are needed for Ohio EPA requirements at the plant.

A large part of the meeting focused on storm recovery. City officials reported storm-related damage throughout Bedford, including damaged vehicles, possible sinkholes, culvert concerns, catch basin cleanup, road damage, and damage to city facilities. Officials said police, fire, service crews, and city staff had been working through the cleanup and inspections.

Council members also warned residents to be careful with contractors and solicitors after the storm and to make sure anyone doing work is properly registered with the city. Residents were encouraged to check their property, contact insurance companies, and report concerns to city officials.

Other updates included Arbor Day plans, board and commission appointments, Baye Market’s next court date, damage at Taft Park and the Bedford Historical Society, and Child Abuse Prevention Month recognition.

During citizen comments, residents raised concerns about a pushy security system solicitor, damaged roads, sinkhole and culvert issues, a dumpster near an empty South Park property, and signs being placed in public right-of-way areas.

The regular meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.