Who's responsible for light pole maintenance in CLE?

[David Bardwell]

Here's my issue- I would like to install a driveway behind my building but there's a support cable (which is holding up a light pole) right in the middle of my tree lawn where the drive would go. I outlined the cable in the attached photo. 

Today's the day I wish I was related to someone at city hall. I can't seem to find a person or department who thinks it's their job to help me. I've been on the phone with Cleveland Public Power, Public Utilities, Public Works, the Street Light division, etc. Way too many transfers, holds, and automated systems that don't have applicable options.

Can you recommend a specific person or department to track down? Thanks!

[Scott Mac]

David Bardwell

Hi David,

Many utility poles have a tag nailed to them with a "pole number" on it.

If you have that number, perhaps call the local PD and ask them if pole number X was broken in an accident who would they call to fix it. 

If they have that info, ask for the  phone number they call.

If the tag is missing, walk to the poles on either side and find their numbers and guess-timate it's number.

Good Luck!