Meet Ambassador Beale! Keeping Sims Clean and Safe

November 18, 2021

Beale patrols the downtown area near Sims Park

Have you seen this guy floating around downtown? Earlier this summer the City of Euclid entered into a contract with DCA to pilot a “Clean & Safe Ambassador” program in Downtown Euclid and Sims Park and along the new lakefront trail. Ambassador Beale continues to patrol the downtown neighborhood near and around Sims park- assisting visitors, students, residents, commuters and downtown businesses by answering questions, giving directions and offering information.

During the month of October, Beale provided 41 hospitality assists and 29 business contacts while providing a cheerful, visible point of contact for anyone visiting the downtown area. Ambassador Beale makes his presence obvious to help deter unwanted behavior around the park, and help the area stay clean and secure- but he’s not just hanging out down there! In the month of October Beale removed over 1,200 lbs of trash from the area- including weeds, leaves and storm debris.

He’s also been removing panhandlers, cleaning up graffiti, and calling for wellness checks on some of the areas more vulnerable residents.

“The Ambassador Program has helped to make downtown Euclid more welcoming and inviting” said Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail.

“We have received a lot of positive feedback from residents and businesses. “ If you see Ambassador Beale around town, please stop and say hi! He’s part of what makes Euclid great.

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Sims Park Playground Survey

May 8, 2026

We're excited to start planning the future playground at Sims Park, and we want your input to help shape it! Your Voice Matters Through the Sims Park Reimagined planning process and previous community engagement, you've told us how much you value nature-inspired and thematic play. Now, we want to dive deeper. This survey will gather your thoughts on the specific play experiences, themes, and features that you believe should be part of our new playground. Why Participate? Sims Park is one of Euclid’s most visited lakefront spaces. Your participation in this survey will directly influence the next phase of the playground design, ensuring it becomes a beloved spot for families to enjoy for years to come. Quick and Easy: The survey takes just about 5 minutes to complete. Impactful: Your feedback will play a crucial role in shaping a playground that meets the needs and desires of our community. Survey Details: Deadline: Make sure to share your thoughts by Friday, May 29th . Survey Link: bit.ly/SIMSPG Please note, the survey will close at 11:59 PM on FRIDAY, MAY 29th, 2026. Need Assistance? If you have any questions about the signage project or the survey process, do not hesitate to contact Planning Manager Christine McIntosh at (216) 289-8154 or via email at cmcintosh@cityofeuclid.gov.