Frequently Asked Questions

The city has an ordinance that prohibits dogs from running at large. § 90.01 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Wadsworth states that "a person who is the owner or has charge of any animal shall not permit it to run at large in the public road, highway, street, lane, or alley, or upon unenclosed land, or permit them to go upon any private yard, lot, or enclosure without the consent of the owner of the yard, lot, or enclosure."

The homeowner is responsible for the maintenance and replacement of their water service to the city's shut off. This connection is called the curb valve and is normally found in the tree lawn area of each building. It is recognizable by a black round metal disc with the word water across the top. The city will make repairs to the service on the "street side of this connection".

Please visit HERE to access the Wadsworth Code of Ordinances.

No, having chickens in the residential area within the city limits is not allowed. § 90.19 of the Codified Ordinance of the City of Wadsworth states that "no person shall keep, maintain or have in his possession or under his control within the city any cattle, chickens, donkeys, ducks, goats, horses, mules, pigeons, ponies, sheep, swine or turkeys."  More information can be viewed HERE.

It is observed the Saturday on or before October 31st. 

Dogs need to be secured on owner’s property. § 90.39 of the Codified Ordinance of the City of Wadsworth states that "dogs located on the property of the owner, keeper or harborer thereof shall be leashed, tied or otherwise secured in such a manner or form so that such dogs will not attack, annoy, bite or worry any mailman, milkman, paper boy, or other invitee or licensee entering such property."

If you notice a sidewalk is raised or cracked and creating an issue, please report it to the Engineering department at 330-335-2751. The City has responsibility for sidewalk damage caused by a street tree (shade tree), but the homeowner is responsible for sidewalk issues caused by other reasons.

Yes, please contact the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847. We will just need an end date to suspend the service and a return date to restart it. If you are uncertain you can give us an estimated return date and keep us informed if anything changes.

Yes, please contact the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847. We will pick up the carts from the location. Please note if any items are placed on the curb a fee will be assessed. We also offer dumpster service if during this time period there will be a need to dispose of larger items or materials.