Public Safety Administration Facility at Former Miles School
Cleveland
Summary
The city is proposing to purchase and renovate the recently closed Miles School on the southeast side to house Fire and EMS administrative offices and a youth vocational program. While officials highlight the opportunity to decentralize operations and partner with CMSD, some council members and union representatives have expressed strong concerns about the distance from downtown and project costs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
Estimated at $3.5 million for renovations plus fixture costs, offset by property acquisition credits.
Public safety administrative staff, southeast side residents, and students participating in the CMSD vocational career path program.
Emergency response personnel and union members concerned about operational distance from downtown headquarters.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Municipal Services and Properties Committee — October 26, 2026
The city is proposing to purchase and renovate the recently closed Miles School on the southeast side to house Fire and EMS administrative offices and a youth vocational program. While officials highlight the opportunity to decentralize operations and partner with CMSD, some council members and union representatives have expressed strong concerns about the distance from downtown and project costs.
City Council — October 12, 2026
City Council authorized acquiring and redeveloping the former Miles School property to create a new administration building for Fire, EMS, and Public Safety.
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