Mission Statement
Little Italy Redevelopment Corporation (LIRC) is a non-profit community development organization comprised of concerned residents, business owners, members of long standing neighborhood institutions and other individuals. The organization was created to facilitate appropriate economic development, eliminate blight and deterioration, guard against future deterioration and protect and preserve the cultural essence of the Little Italy Community.
Board / Staff
OFFICERS/STAFF
Angela Ianiro
President
T.J. Disanto
Vice President
Michael Bucci
Tresurer
Joe Rosalina
Secretary
Joe Marinucci
Executive Director
Ed Occhionero
Ex Officio Member
BOARD
Julius Ciaccia
Paulette Colarochio
T.J. Disanto
Robert Fatica
Sylvio Mecone
Dr. Marcela Montero
Fr. Joseph Previte
Michael Scaparotti
Tina Schneider
Tony DiBello
Become a Member Today
Benefits of Becoming a Member:
- Voting Rights at the Annual Meeting
- A voice in the Organization that represents the interests of Little Italy with the City of Cleveland
- Input in the Planning study that will shape the Future of our beloved neighborhood
- Invitation to a late Spring Early Summer membership event
- Email Blast announcements
2024 Board Meeting Schedule
Wednesday, January 17th
Wednesday, March 20th
Wednesday, May 22nd
Wednesday July 17th
Wednesday September 18th | Annual Meeting (Location To Be Determined)
Wednesday, November 20th
Meetings are in-person at 6:00 pm within the LIRC Office.
Schedule is subject to change, please contact Joe Marinucci at [email protected] for confirmation.
2024 Design Review Committee Meeting Schedule
The Little Italy Historic District is part of the Greater Northeast Design Review Advisory Committee.
The committee is an advisory committee to the Landmarks Commission.
The committee meets virtually at 5:30 pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
The meeting schedule may change due to project demand.
For more information contact the Landmark Commission staff, visit their website for more information.
2024 Little Italy Block Club Meeting Schedule
Thursday, January 11
Thursday February 1
Thursday, March 7
Thursday, April 4
Thursday, May 2
Thursday, June 6
Thursday, July 11
Thursday, Aug. 1
Thursday, Sept. 5
Thursday, Oct. 3
Thursday, Nov. 7
Thursday, Dec. 5
Meetings are in-person at 6:30-8:00 pm within the Holy Rosary Church Hall.
See the Little Italy Block Club Facebook page for updates, please contact [email protected] for more information.
Sponsors
Upcoming Events
The ethnic enclave has been the home of Italian culture and cuisine for over a century, and today brings together the historic and contemporary as one of hottest neighborhoods in Cleveland. Programming brought to you by Taste Cleveland Food Tours. […]
In celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, TAKE A HIKE® is excited to extend its Little Italy tours throughout October! These 60-minute, guide-led tours will be available every Tuesday, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of Little Italy. Along the way, you’ll meet Rocky Colavito and Dominicantonio Mastrangelo, protrayed by actors, who [...]
In celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, TAKE A HIKE® is excited to extend its Little Italy tours throughout October! These 60-minute, guide-led tours will be available every Tuesday, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of Little Italy. Along the way, you’ll meet Rocky Colavito and Dominicantonio Mastrangelo, protrayed by actors, who [...]
Join us for the Passport to Little Italy – Holiday ArtWalk! Stroll through the historic streets of Little Italy and immerse yourself in a festive celebration of art and community. Guests will receive a map and a special ‘passport’ card, encouraging exploration of our participating ArtWalk vendors. Collect unique stamps at each stop, showcasing the [...]
