Inside Tremont - Tremont West Development Corporation

Inside Tremont
Vol. 23 Issue 4
Tremont West Development Corp
April, 2008
News from Ohio Canal Corridor, Executive Director Tim Donovan
Towpath Trail Update
It’s been more than one year since a consulting team led by DLZ began their work on the design/engineering
for Stage 1 of the Towpath Trail – the stretch between lower Harvard Avenue and Steelyard Commons. This
stretch represents the most difficult one mile of the 101-miles that the Towpath Trail will need to navigate.
There is no other area that contains the package of design challenges found here.
To begin, the area has been Cleveland’s industrial workshop for more than a century – and we’re talking heavy
manufacturing – steel mills and processing plants that ran a gamut from tanning operations to aluminum
stamping to cooking uranium for the atom bomb. And remember this, these activities occurred during periods
of time when there were no environmental regulations in place.
Besides the obvious environmental concerns, there are complicated engineering challenges led by a spider
web of rail lines which must be crossed by going around, under or above. The issues of crossings also include
lower Harvard Avenue and the Cuyahoga River. Finally, add the need to elevate the trail 40 feet in the air to
land successfully in Steelyard Commons.
To answer these questions, the consulting team has concluded its obligatory data gathering exercise
associated with the NEPA process, ensuring that no decisions would be harmful to significant natural, cultural
or historical resources. They have identified the utilities that lie hidden below the ground and, believe me,
there’s plenty here.
With all of these considerations, the consultants then looked at decision options for all of the identified route
alternatives – (1) crossing lower Harvard Avenue; (2) crossing the Cuyahoga east-to-west; (3) crossing the
Northfolk/Southern Rail tracks that also cross the Cuyahoga River; and (4) elevating from the Cuyahoga River’s
edge to Steelyard Commons (over the CSX rail lines).
Fun for the whole family!
This is a community building
event for children and adults.
Saturday, April 5th
(note date changed from Tremont Calendar 2008)
12:30-3:30pm @ Dickey Lanes
(3275 W 25th)
$10—Adult; $6—Children
Cost covers bowling and food.
You must pre-register by calling Michelle at TWDC—216-575-0920.
The alternatives were presented to the Towpath
Trail Partnership Committee for review and
revisions. A preferred alternative was chosen. That
route will be presented at a public meeting on
June 17th at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo,
from 4:00 – 8:00 pm.
In addition, the Towpath Trail Partnership
Committee will soon hire a consulting team to begin
the design exercise for the Towpath Trail segment
between Steelyard Commons and Literary Avenue.
Once under contract, a public meeting will be held
sometime before fall.
Please visit www.ohiocanal.org or call
216-520-1825 for more information.
Get Swept Up in the Action….RIVERSWEEP...Sat. May 10th
RiverSweep is an annual environmental cleanup awareness event developed by Ohio Canal
Corridor in an effort to clean areas along the Cuyahoga River Valley and its
tributaries. Tremont West is one of many partners - both non-profit organizations and
private companies - working together to clean up debris. The “done in a day” event is
Saturday, May 10th, 9:00 am—12:00 pm. Free RiverSweep T-shirts are available to
volunteers. A celebration lunch will follow at the Nautica Complex. Registration
begins at 9:00 am at 947 Quigley (just south of Clark Avenue) and is free and open to
individuals and groups. To volunteer, contact Scott Rosenstein at Tremont West at 216-575-0920.
Local business sponsors and family sponsors are also sought. Contact Scott for more information.
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INSIDE TREMONT
INSIDE TREMONT
A service of the
Tremont West Development
Corporation
Editor: Michelle Davis
2406 Professor Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
216-575-0920—Phone
216-575-0998—Fax
www.tremontwestdevelopment.com
“To maintain and improve the
living, business, and cultural
conditions for all of Tremont”
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sammy Catania, President
Tom Cook, First Vice-President
Sandy Smith, Second Vice-President
Lynn McLaughlin Murray, Treasurer
Sandy Yambor, Secretary
Jeff Chiplis, Herb Crowther,
Marcia Leslie, Karl Maersch,
David Mehring, Karen Gabriel Moss,
Merrick
House’s
Scott
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held throughout the county.
Ex-Officio
Tim Donovan
Donovan Duncan
STAFF
Chris Garland
Executive Director
Stephen Bloom
Director of Real Estate Development
Qualetha Carty
Assistant Property Manager
Kristen Ciofani
Community Organizer
Michelle Davis
Marketing/Fund Development Director
Katie Hough
Ward 13 Code Enforcement Officer
Cristi Mueller
Business Manager
Robert Rodgers
Ward 14 Code Enforcement Officer
Scott Rosenstein
Community Organizer
Executive Director’s Letter
April, 2008
The first of April is the day we remember what we are the other three hundred and sixty-four
-Mark Twain, American Humorist, Writer and Lecturer 1835-1910
Dear Friends in Tremont,
At the risk of offending anyone in person this month, I elected to pass on my April
Fool’s prank with this borrowed line from Pudd'nhead Wilson. However, if you are
still scratching your head on Samuel Clemens’s insinuation, then by all means –
please drop by our office on April 1st.
As you may have gathered, starting with this April issue, Inside Tremont is “going
green”. For the first time, many of you are receiving a paperless version of our
monthly review of Tremont neighborhood happenings. Going green with Inside
Tremont is a small step in a larger effort to cut down on paper usage. Like many
neighborhood businesses, TWDC has been recycling our office paper, cardboard
boxes and other recyclables – taking advantage of recycling drop off sites at Pilgrim
Church and Tremont Montessori. Cutting back on paper is both great for the
environment (reducing the harmful affects of deforestation, energy consumption and
solid waste) and saves costs.
TWDC has been supporting greener choices in other aspects of our work as well,
such as the work that is taking place at Starkweather Place (on the corner of
Professor and Starkweather), which is currently under development. On this project
Energy Star windows, upgraded insulation (including below slab R-10 and 2x6 wall
cavity R-19), complete jobsite recycling, engineered lumber, low flow fixtures (and
P.E.X water lines), energy star lighting, high efficiency mechanicals, recycled carpet
and solid surface flooring, low VOC glues and no VOC paints, and energy star
testing. Focus and attention are being paid to air sealing for greater efficiency as
well as proper ventilation for indoor air quality.
Please help us make a change in the world we share. Subscribe to Inside Tremont
online and GO GREEN! If you are interested in receiving a digital version of Inside
Tremont in lieu of a hard copy, please send your email address to
insidetremont@twdc.org and include your full name in the subject line.
All the best to you and yours,
FREE NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS AT THE THEATRE RESUMES THIS MONTH
AT TREMONT’S RESIDENT PROFESSIONAL THEATRE, THE LIMINIS
convergence-continuum opens its 2008 Season on April 4, with Mr. Marmalade, a
play by Noah Haidle. In this alternately hilarious and heartbreaking satiric fantasy, Lucy
is a four-year old girl with a very active imagination. Unfortunately her imaginary best
friend, Mr. Marmalade, doesn’t have much time for her any more. What with his high
pressure corporate job, he can barely pencil her in for a play date. And he’s so
stressed and angry these days. Then there’s his drug problem. But the inventive Lucy
is determined to make Mr. M play house, even if it causes unexpected bizarre results
and unleashes hilarious mayhem among her strange collection of both real and
imaginary family and friends. It’s a wild romp of a savage dark comedy about what it
takes to grow up in these difficult times.
Mr. Marmalade opens Friday, April 4 and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm at the Liminis
theater at 2438 Scranton Rd. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 for students/
seniors. TREMONT RESIDENTS GET IN FREE FOR ALL THURSDAY PERFORMANCES,
thanks to a grant from the Cleveland Foundation’s Neighborhood Connections
Program. Thursday “Neighborhood Nights at the Theatre” are April 10, 17 and 24, and
May 1.
Call ahead to make your reservations at 216-687-0074. You can find more
information on convergence-continuum, the Liminis and the 2008 Season of five
shows running April – December at www.convergence-continuum.org.
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Open 7 Days a Week
Mon - Thu 5:00pm - 10:00
Fri - Sat 5:00pm 11:00pm
Sunday 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Visit
www.tyfunthaibistro.com
Check out our menu
and
order food for pick up!
STUDIO
11
Thai Yoga Massage
Bodywork
Located in the corner unit of Lemko Hall.
Offering Yoga, Pilates, Modern Dance,
and Capoeira. Upcoming workshops:
Partner Yoga and Flying,
Intro to Yoga and Pilates.
Pilates Reformer Sessions available.
Visit www.studio11tremont.com
for more information.
Thai Massage Bodywork offered
7 days a week by appointment.
Gift Certificates are available.
2337 W. 11th Street
Tremont, Ohio 44113
216.472.3611
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Welcome New (and Returning) Tremont Businesses
La Tortilla Feiliz (2661 W 14th Street) re-opened on
March 29th, their new hours are Wednesday-Saturday,
4:30-11pm. They are serving traditional Latin rhythm fused
with contemporary tastes and styles. Their website is
updated with the new menu www.tortillafeliz.com.
Commercial Space for Sale or Lease
Are you looking to lease, purchase or market commercial
space in Tremont? If so, contact Michelle Davis at
216.575.0920. Remember, if you are planning to open a
business in Tremont, you may need to contact the City of
Cleveland to see what variances or permits are required for
your desired location – the Department of Building and
Housing can be reached at 216.664.2282.
See current Tremont Commercial Properties at:
www.retailspacecleveland.com/tremontneighborhood.htm
There are some great loan reimbursement programs
through the city and county for vacant building rehab,
storefront renovations, signage and Brownfield clean-up.
Feel free to contact Michelle at TWDC for more
information—216.575.0920.
Next Door Deli (1020 Kenilworth) is now open for business at
their new location. They will be hosting a Grand Opening
celebration on Saturday, May 3rd. The menu consists of the
same great favorites that everyone loves with the new
addition of pasta. Their hours of operation are:
Monday—Saturday, 11am-11pm and Sunday 12pm-8pm.
Call 216-696-7775 to place your order.
Pinkey’s Daily Planner recently moved into the former Ginko
space at 2403 Professor. Pinky's Daily Planner has been in
business since 1997. Stephanie Fralick is Pinky's president
and principal designer of these fun and classic clothes for
women, with just a touch of quirkiness, "handmade clothes for
the high-spirited girl." Pinky's Daily Planner also has just
launched a new maternity line, called "Pinky's Baby Planner."
Feel free to visit this new Tremont business at
www.pinkeysdailyplanner.com.
Government Workshop Series
Understanding the Path to Securing Government Contracts
Opportunities
• Find bid opportunities from Local, State and Federal Agencies.
• “These workshops will put you on track to obtaining
government contracts.”
• Business plan and proposal writing assistance.
• Local lenders available to assist you in navigating through the
foreign language of financing.
• Aggressively market your company when selling to the
government.
• Get connected to small business resource. Get assistance with
the technical aspect of the procurement process.
Workshops (Complimentary Continental Breakfast Provided):
Service Providers
Companies that provide a service will learn how to develop a
relationship with the government. For individuals, small or large firms.
4/03/08, 8am-Noon
Registration 8am-8:30am, $10.00
Living at Tremont Place Lofts in the Gospel Press Building at
the corner of W 7th and Jefferson will allow you to enjoy your
residence in Grand style! One, two and three bedroom luxury
apartments are available.
The amenities you may enjoy when leasing one of these
apartments are contemporary interiors, unique open floor plans,
European styled cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite
countertops, in-suite washer and dryer, onsite gourmet café and
bakery, high-tech business center, wireless high speed internet
access, concierge service, 24-hour Precor cardio fitness center
with Pilates studio, controlled access entry, attached parking,
storage lockers available, package delivery, dry cleaning service
and 24/7 security! Check out their great website for floor plan
and leasing information—www.tremontplacelofts.com!
For information during construction, please contact their
Customer Information Center , 2190 Professor Ave.,
877.875.5638 or Fax 216.274.9265.
Tremont History Project
Manufacturers
Being able to read and provide bidding and costing information in a The History Project has installed a museum-quality display in the
timely manner is essential. Learn what the government is seeking. conference room at the offices of TWDC at 2406 Professor. It is
4/17/08, 8am-Noon
open during regular business hours Monday—Friday and on the
Registration, 8am-8:30am, $10.00
Friday evenings of Spring and Summer ArtWalks. They also hope
Suppliers
Pinpoint what governmental agencies are right for you to sell your
goods and services to. Learn how to market your company.
4/24/08, 8am-Noon
Registration 8am-8:30am, $10.00
All workshops will be held at:
ShoreBank, 540 East 105th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44108
For existing businesses only.
RSVP to WECO Fund, Attention Marilyn Soltis, 216-458-0250.
Sign up now! Space is limited to 30 existing businesses per session!
eventually to have a larger History Center in the neighborhood
that tells our story.
The next meeting is on Tuesday, April 8th at the TWDC
Conference Room, 2406 Professor. The door will open at 6:45pm
and the meeting will begin promptly at 7pm. They look forward
to meeting any new volunteers who would like to join the group!
In addition, Tremont History Project will be open during Artwalk
Fridays beginning Friday, April 11th from 6pm until 9:30pm.
For additional information please call or leave a message for
Eileen: 440.582.1192 or Mollie: 216.398.4559. If they are
unavailable, call Scott or Michelle at TWDC at: 216.575.0920.
www.tremonthistory.com
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A Call for Artists…
Tremont Arts and Cultural
Festival
Saturday & Sunday, September 20 & 21, 2008
Tremont’s Lincoln Park...Juried Invitational
For an Artist’s Booth Application, Contact Scott Rosenstein at 216216-575575-0920.
Sponsored by Councilman Joe Cimperman, Merrick House,
& Tremont West Development Corporation
TWDC Safety Committee in Action!
At their meeting in March, items of discussion included:
problem juveniles at the South Jefferson Library Branch
and how to address the situation; writing to the judges
presiding over neighborhood juveniles’ pending court
cases and urging maximum sentences; publishing Court
Watch schedules to increase neighborhood attendance;
planning at least one curfew sweep in the upcoming
months; and informing residents, landlords and
businesses of their rights, options available to them,
reasonable expectations and contact information for
appropriate city departments to assist in addressing
criminal/quality of life issues impacting our
neighborhood.
A Safety Committee Planning Retreat has been
scheduled for Saturday, 4/12 from 9a9a-12n at Merrick
House, 1050 Starkweather Ave.,
Ave located at the corner of
Starkweather and W 11th, on the southern end of Lincoln
Park. All Tremont residents and community stakeholders
are encouraged to attend! The purpose of the retreat is to
map out safety initiatives and community priorities for
the balance of 2008 and into 2009. Please RSVP to
david_s_mehring@yahoo.com.
April Safety Committee meeting will be held on Monday,
4/14 at Lucky’s Café at 7pm.
7pm Please be sure to join us!
Tremont Chess Club
Open to anyone who likes to play chess.
Every 1st and 4th Tuesday, 7pm-9pm
at Visible Voice Books
1023 Kenilworth
Please Call Todd
at 961-0084 or Paul
White at 394-8662 for
more information.
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March ARTWALK
Openings—Friday, April 11th, 2008
6—10 pm
Works can be viewed thru the month during regular business hours.
tremontartwalk.org
Lava Lounge – 1307 Auburn Ave. 216-589-9112
Exposure Cleveland Show
Grumpy’s – 2617 West 14th Street
216-241-5025
Mon. 6 am – 3 pm, Tues – Thurs 6 am – 10 pm,
Fri 6 am – 11 pm
Sat. 8 am – 11 pm, Sun 8 am – 3 pm
Equestrian photos by barbara, photos by Bryan
Lazar, recycled art by Phil Costanzo, and granite
work by Erik Fischer
Prosperity Social Club - 1109 Starkweather
216-937-1938
Martini Five-O @ 10 p.m.
Brandt Gallery – 1028 Kenilworth
216-621-1610
Hungary 1967: Photography by David Novak
Don’t Cast any Stones in this Cave. I’ve got Mary
On my Side – work by Beth Mastrioanni
Russel Vidrick Open mic poetry reading Saturday
Open mic poetry reading Saturday @ 3 p.m.
The Southside – 2207 West 11th
216-937-2288
Photography by Ruggero Fatica
Asterisk* - 2393 Professor Ave.
330-304-8528
Blakxtraploitationism:
A Visual Social Political Racial Interpretation
curated by Julius Lyles
Hybrid - 2430 Tremont Ave.
216-253-1759
Where things of a mixed origin come together
Eye Candy Gallery - 2173 Professor Ave., #1
216-241-2740
doubting Thomas – 856 Jefferson Ave.
330-687-3355
Group Show
Lisa Heighland - Collector mohair bears
www.EyeCandy-Gallery.com
Atmosphere – 2418 Professor Ave.
216-685-9527 (new
new location new address)
Work by Yarek Godfrey
(renowned European artist)
Edison’s Pub – 2373 Professor Ave.
216-522-0006
Live music Saturday night
The Paul Duda Gallery – 2342 Professor Ave.
216-589-5788
www.pauldudagallery.com
Banyan Tree – 2242 Professor Ave.
216-241-1209
Mon – Wed 11 – 7, Thurs – Sat 11 – 9, Sun 11 - 4
Studio 11 – 2337 West 11th - 216-621-8179
Work by Deborah Urban Steytler
Lucky’s Café – 777 Starkweather
216-622-7773
Saturday and Sunday Brunch
P.D. White Furniture – 767 Starkweather
216-298-4114/216-394-8662
Original design handmade furniture
Wed / Thu 12-6 pm, Fri 1-7 / Sat 12-7
Ukrainian MuseumMuseum-Archives -1202 Kenilworth
216-781-4329
Tuesday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. or by appt. & ArtWalks
Robert Hartshorn Studio – 2342 Professor Ave.
216-403-2734
www.hartshornstudios.com
Visible Voice Books – 1023 Kenilworth Ave.
216-961-0084
Tuesday through Friday: Noon to 8:00 PM
Saturday: Noon to 10:00 PM,
Sunday: Noon to 6:00 PM, Monday: Closed
"Featuring art and crafts by The Artisan's Alliance."
The Flying Monkey – 819 Jefferson
216-861-mnky
St.Theodosius Orthodox Christian Cathedral
733 Starkweather - 216-773-4721
Sat. 6 p.m., Sun. 9:00 a.m.
Western Byzantinian Art by Church Artisans
Duck Island – 2001 Freeman
216-621-7676
M – Sat 6 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Your hostess Gisela Towner and DJ Hoveround
Turn Off Your Car!
Idling creates pollution that is bad for our planet and our health
There is a direct connection between climate change and the health
of our nation today. National Public Health Week, celebrated the week of April 7-13, 2008, takes a look at the connection between what’s good for our
planet and what’s good for our bodies.
There are lots of things you can do to protect the environment and the health of our community. Going “idle-free” is just one small step you can
take.
What is idling? Idling means leaving a vehicle’s engine running when it is stopped, in park or not in use. We’ve all done it—sitting at a traffic
light, waiting outside our child’s school or “warming up” our car in cold weather.
How is idling bad for the environment? Car exhaust includes carbon dioxide (CO2). Excessive amounts of CO2 in the atmosphere can increase global warming. For each gallon of gas your car burns, it releases about 19 pounds of CO2. Car exhaust is a leading source of air pollution.
Plus, idling wastes fuel. One hour of idling burns up to a gallon of fuel.
How is idling bad for our health? We each take about 20,000 breaths
every day, and children breathe 50% more air than adults. Breathing car
exhaust increases the risk of death from heart and lung disease and lung
cancer. Breathing polluted air is especially dangerous for children and
people with asthma:
• Asthma is the third leading cause of hospitalization among children
under the age of 15.
•
More and more children are being diagnosed with asthma every year.
An estimated 20% of children in Cleveland have asthma.
Asthma symptoms increase as a result of air pollution and car exhaust.
What can you do? Turn off your car when stopped for 10 seconds
or more. It is a myth that turning off your car frequently is bad for your
engine. Also, idling for 10 seconds or more actually uses more gas than
restarting your engine. So, when your car is stopped, turn off your engine!
For more information about idling, asthma or National Public Health
Week, visit www.clevelandhealth.org.
Steps to a Healthier Cleveland is a city-wide program designed to engage all
Clevelanders to live longer, better and healthier lives. The Steps to a Healthier
Cleveland program encourages physical activity, healthy eating and tobacco-free
choices. These efforts are intended to reduce the burden of diabetes,
overweight/obesity and asthma in all of Cleveland’s diverse neighborhoods. Learn
more at www.clevelandhealth.org/steps.
THINK SPRING!
Mark your calendars for the
SPRING FLOWER SALE
To benefit
SATURDAY, MAY 17
Lincoln Park
at the corner of W. 14th & Kenilworth
www.tremontgardeners.org
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BLOCK CLUB HAPPENINGS
“Block Club Happenings” is compiled by TWDC staff with direct input from Block Club chairs.
Auburn
Holmden Buhrer Rowley/Mentor Castle Clark
The block club took at late winter break in March and did not meet. The next
meeting is Thursday, April 10th – 7:00 pm at the St. Augustine’s Walsh Hall (Howard
and West 14th Street). Please join us!
At the March block club meeting, members of the block club
discussed plans for the upcoming summer months, including
coordinating more neighborhood clean ups. Several members
of the block club met with julia barton from OSU Cuyahoga
County Extension Office about the opportunity for a community
garden on Holmden Avenue. Karen Rouh has volunteered to be
the garden leader. If anyone is interested in participating in the
garden this year, please join the next garden meeting on
Wednesday, March 26th at 6:30pm at the Clark Bar. Block club
officer elections were postponed until April. Please come to the
April block club meeting and vote for your new block club chairs:
Matt Grose for HBR chair and Katie Dunton and Josh
Zielaskiewcz for MCC co-chairs. Tim Donovan from Ohio Canal
Corridor will be a guest speaker at the April meeting as well.
The next block club meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 2nd
at 6:30pm at the Clark Bar.
Bar
North of Literary
Residents received a visit and introduction from Sam Lindsley, the new Director of
Operations for Lola Bistro and Lolita. Our thanks to Liz and Michael Symon, Sam
Lindsley, Nolan and the staff of Lolita for hosting us. Residents discussed crime and
safety issues with Officer Tony McMahan of 2nd Distirct Police’s Community Services
Unit. The block club continues to monitor building concerns along Fairfield and
Literary. Member, Roberta Rocco, reported on a preliminary grant application to Met
Life to extend security cameras, and updated residents about planning for the
upcoming Tremont Trek House Tour – and extended an invitation to Trek planning
meetings. The block club returned to a concern for lighting under the Abbey –
Fairfield underpass with a letter from resident, Matt Russell, and a review of past
efforts dating back to 2006. Future invitees include the City’s Chief of Street Lighting
and State Representative, Eugene Miller, to assist residents in addressing this
lighting concern and block club priority item. Residents were invited to the Cocktails
and Art Auction Reception coming on Saturday, May 3rd at Asterisk Gallery. The
evening, which includes a silent auction, an open bar, and appetizers from local
restaurants, is a benefit for Tremont West Development’s Adopt a Senior and
Community Organizing programs. Tickets are $60/each or $100/couple and can be
purchased through Tremont West. Call 216.575.0920 for more information. The next
block club meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15th—
15th—6:30 pm at
Lolita’s Bistro—
Bistro—2nd floor.
Lincoln Heights
Our Block Club welcomed representatives from the Cleveland Restoration Society to
our March meeting. They discussed several programs that are available through their
organization that could assist local residents with historic renovations of their
properties. The membership discussed potential issues regarding a new Indie Rock
Concert Nightclub located at 2527 West 25th called “The Matinee Cleveland”. It was
the consensus to wait until the City of Cleveland fully investigates the non-conforming
operation before the Block Club would take any potential position. The Block Club
has been under the impression from Councilman Santiago that this site was going to
re-open as a “nice restaurant” based on his discussion with the building owner.
Nominations for Block Club officers took place with the election to be held at the
April meeting. Members were brought up to speed and updated on the continuing
issues that affect our area including the continuing brown-out status of Fire Station
#21 including Engine #2, and the Branch Ave. non-compliant car repair facility.
Issues and potential impact of Monroe’s Adult Cabaret being re-built at 3245 West
25th Street, and how it will affect all of Ward 14 Tremont was discussed. Members
were encouraged to take part in any public meetings regarding this site or any other
future meetings about Adult Uses adjoining Tremont, and the secondary impact to
the residential community these businesses bring. The next meeting will be
Thursday, April 10th---10th----6:30p.m.
----6:30p.m. At Zion Church.
Church
Metro North
After a winter break in December through February, the block club begins its 2008
meetings with one scheduled for late March.. Special guests at the March meeting
include Councilman Joe Santiago and various City regulators with a discussion with
block club residents of adult Cabarets on West 25th Street and what citizens can do
about them. Also on the late March agenda are items dealing with planning for the
upcoming Spring Fling Neighborhood Clean-up, crime and safety issues, and housing
concerns. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 29th 6 pm at MetroHealth
Medical Center.
Center If you have questions or concerns, please contact Chair, Chris Krosel
or Scott at TWDC at 216.575.0920.
Old Tremont
Members of the Old Tremont Block Club heard a presentation from Cal Zunt, Branch
Manager at Jefferson Branch of Cleveland Public Library. Cal spoke to the group
about library services and answered the group’s questions. The block club also held
a discussion about possible fundraiser ideas for the group. If you are interested in
joining the community garden led by Scranton Castle residents, keep your eyes open
for an announcement for a spring garden clean-up day! The next block club meeting
will be held on April 24th at 6:30pm at Scranton Castle.
Friends of Clark Field
Hoping we have seen the last of the snow and can look forward
to spring. Again, weather has challenged us this year, but we
have prevailed. We will soon begin thinking of planting flowers
and herbs in Clark Field and the removal of graffiti on the fence.
We are working on our cultural entertainment event to be held
this summer at Clark Field. We wish to thank Pilgrim Church for
hosting our meetings over the past couple of years, we have
appreciated their hospitality. Our future meetings will be held at
Noga Flower Shop, 2668 W. 14th, and weather permitting,
Clark Field, during the summer. Watch for date and time in
newsletter, all are welcome.
South of Jefferson
The South of Jefferson Block Club welcomed Dan Perl from
McCormack Baron Salazar, Inc. to their March meeting. Dan
updated the group on plans for Phase II of Tremont Pointe,
which will contain 87 new units. Dan answered several
questions from members of the block club regarding Tremont
Pointe, including rental policies and safety policies in the
development. The block club voted on a new co-chair for the
group – Congratulations to Michael DeNicola as new co-chair of
the block club. Members of the block club were updated on the
Model Blocks program, including postlights and garbage cans
for the South of Jefferson area of the neighborhood. The block
club also heard from a resident whose family was affected by a
drunk driver earlier this year. The block club will support their
fellow neighbor by writing letters to the judge in regards to the
upcoming court case. The next meeting will be held on April 8th
at 7:00pm at Post #58 at 2442 Professor Avenue.
Avenue
Central Tremont
The Central Tremont Block Club reviewed the information from
Chester Ashton, president of Cleveland Fire Fighters Local 93,
regarding “browning out” of Station 21 in Tremont and voted to
write a letter in support of the Station. The block club remains
involved in the security issues at the Jefferson Branch Library
involving area youth and has established a relationship with
Cleveland Public Library security. The block club is beginning to
address an increase in truck traffic on College Avenue and West
7th Street. In addition, the block club spent time at the meeting
planning their goals, activities, and events for the remainder of
the year. The next meeting will be held on April 22nd at 6:30pm
at the Jefferson Library.
Library
Duck Island
This block club generally meets May—September at Abbey
Playground. Additional meetings may be called as needed. For
additional information on the block club, contact Chair,
Rosemary Vinci, or Scott at TWDC— 216.575.0920
INSIDE TREMONT
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Calling all Tremont Landlords...!!
A new initiative from the Tremont Roundtable:
Consolidate all available rental units into a single
location to help sell the neighborhood and speed
the pairing of landlords and tenants.
Free of charge, list your property with Southside
Concierge. Southside Concierge fields tenant
leads daily and by listing your property, you have
access to these leads with no cost or effort.
Also, don't forget the "Welcome Kit" gift bags.
Order one for your new tenants and they
will receive a gift bag of goodies filled with
neighborhood savings, relocation information,
and more... contact 216-241-7720 to participate.
Tremont Roundtable
Tremont’s newest group of business owners,
residents, and artists welcome anyone who would
like to get involved. They have generated a “to do”
list and are still inviting new people to join the
group. Their next meeting will be on Monday, April
7th, 2008, 6:00p.m. at Lucky’s Café. Feel free to
contact Heather Haviland for more information.
(622-7773)
Turn on
Your
Lights
Tremont!
Block clubs are
asking Tremont
neighbors to turn on
their lights. They believe
that having our lights
from dusk to dawn will
help deter crime.
Also, if there is a city streetlight
out near your home, please report
it to the city. There should be a
number on the street light on a
metal strip. Call with that number
and the address of the property to
664-2900.
Need family health care?
• 2358 Professor Ave •
• 216-334-2800 •
We offer:
• Same day appointments
• Primary health care services for all ages
• Commercial insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and a sliding fee scale for uninsured
Economic Stimulus Payments:
Low-Income Workers, Recipients of Social Security and
Certain Veterans’ Benefits Must File 2007 Tax Return
In Order to Get a Rebate
Some low-income workers and recipients of Social Security, certain
veterans’ benefits and certain Railroad Retirement benefits may
qualify for economic stimulus payments this year from the federal
government.
In most cases, payments will range from $300 to $600 for
individuals and $600 to $1200 for joint filers. Taxpayers may receive
$300 for each qualifying child. Most taxpayers do not need to take
any extra steps to receive the payment beginning in early May.
But there are some exceptions.
Individuals who might not otherwise be required to file a 2007 tax
return will need to file a return this year to receive the stimulus
payment. The return must show at least $3,000 in qualifying income.
In other words, low-income workers who had at least $3,000 in
earned income in 2007 but do not otherwise earn enough to be
required to file a federal tax return need to file a return in order to get
the stimulus payment. Likewise, Social Security recipients, veterans
and retired railroad workers who might not otherwise need to file a
tax return must do so to receive the economic stimulus payment.
Feel free to call TWDC for more information, 216-575-0920.
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INSIDE TREMONT
Apartment for Rent
One Bedroom apartment available.
$375/month. Appliances included.
Call Stephen Bloom at TWDC—216.575.0920.
FAIRFIELD GAS & AUTO
Complete Car Care
1001 Fairfield Ave
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Work (216) 771-6866
Cell (216) 856-9392
Are you interested in .....
....Walking or running for exercise?
....Meeting new neighbors?
....Enjoying the spring and summer weather?
Then join Tremont's walking club - new this spring!
If you are interested, please contact Kristen at TWDC at 575-0920.
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INSIDE TREMONT
The Gentleman’s Barbershop
2338 W. 11th Street
Cleveland, OH. 44113
Hair Cut & Style
Shaving
Facial Massage
(216) 470-4726
Liz Rodriguez
The City of Cleveland and Mayor Frank G. Jackson,
“Working hard to save the environment and make Cleveland a City of Choice!”
Cleveland Recycles
Computer Round-Up
Month of April, 9am-3pm Mon.-Fri. and 9am-3pm Sat. April 19th
The City of Cleveland and the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District have teamed up to recycle unwanted computer
equipment from Cleveland residents. All collected computer equipment will either be upgraded and distributed to
schools or recycled.
Residential computer and peripheral equipment accepted:
CPUs, Monitors, Keyboard, Computer mice, Printers, Modems, Software, and Ink cartridges.
Cell Phones also accepted
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
April 28th-May 3rd, 9am-3pm
Common household products found in the kitchen, basement, bath and garage can emit toxic vapors into the air in
your home. These products can also be harmful to the environment if not disposed of properly. Safely dispose of
these products during the City of Cleveland’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The following materials can be taken to one of the collection sites for recycling or safer disposal:
Oil-based paints (no latex), shellacs, varnishes, and polyurethanes, primers and sealers, spray paint, adhesives,
wood stains, paint thinner, mercury (must be sealed in a plastic bag or container), pesticides, insecticides and
herbicides, automotive, products, motor oil, roof tar, fluorescent bulbs, household cleaners (oven and drain)
Locations of Round Ups:
5600 Carnegie Avenue & 3727 Ridge Road
Residential Waste Only!
Materials from businesses will not be accepted.
For more information please contact, 216-664-3717 or visit www.cleveland_oh.gov
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SHAKER CYCLE, Now in Tremont
Voted the Scene’s Best Bike Shop for 2 years running
Over 30,000 new Bikes Sold since 1979
Owner Operated, Full Service Bicycle Shop
New Bikes for 20%-40% off
Hundreds of New and Used Bikes to Choose from
Use this Coupon for 1 FREE WHEEL TRUING.
Parts, Accessories, and Labor included.
2389 W 5th, Cleveland, Ohio - 216-685-2453
COME JOIN US FOR:
Cleveland Community Day!
SPONSORED BY
SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2008
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
2214 WEST 3rd STREET
CLEVELAND
FREE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Hamburgers - Hot Dogs - BBQ Pork
DJ - Firehouse Rock
Kids Events
& Lolly the Trolley
Earth Day for Dogs at the
Clark Field Dog Park
Saturday, April 19th
Time: 12pm12pm-4pm
The Friends of the Dog Park at Clark Field received a
grant from Neighborhood Connections, a small grant
program of the Cleveland Foundation, to install a kiosk
for dog enthusiasts to communicate. Join this group on
Saturday for fun with Dogs in celebration of our Earth!
Please contact Michelle or Kristen at TWDC for more information—575-0920.
27th Annual Have a Heart Food Drive
In conjunction with the Harvest for Hunger Food Drive,
2nd District Commander Keith Sulzer is asking that all
Tremont residents please drop off non perishable food
items at the Tremont West Development Corporation’s
office (2406 Professor) Monetary gifts will also be
accepted, please make checks out to Cleveland Food
Drive 2008. Please contact the Commander if you have
any questions or need assistance with picking up food,
his phone number is 623-5205.
Who are the Herban Ninjas?
We are Stephanie and Elysha Ross, the Herban Ninjas,
a mother-daughter team, who is proud to bring fresh
herbs to the Tremont neighborhood. We have been
gardening for 10 years at Ohio City's Kentucky
Community Garden. Our market garden will be located
between the Lilly Handmade Chocolates building and
St. Theodosius Church on Starkweather.
With the support of Sutton Builders and a generous
start-up grant from
Richard Baron of McCormack
Baron Salazar we will be working
with local youth this summer to
introduce young children to an
urban gardening experience.
We look forward to seeing you
in the garden.
Edison’s Pizza Kitchen
2365 Professor
216-298-4484
Pizza , Subs & Salads
Tuesday
Special
1 Large
3 Item
Pizza
$9.99
Expires 4/30/2008
Please present coupon
at the time of purchase.
Thursday
Special
$3.00 Off
any Salad
with Pizza
Purchase
Expires 4/30/2008
Tremont West Development Corporation
In the Historic Tremont Neighborhood
2406 Professor Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
216-575-0920 Phone 216-575-0998 FAX
www.tremontwestdevelopment.com
Non Profit Org.
US POSTAGE
PAID
Cleveland, Ohio
Permit # 1591
Cocktails & Art
Auction Reception
Benefits Tremont West Development
Corporation’s Adopt a Senior and
Community Organizing programs
Saturday, May 3, 2008
8PM
Hosted by
2393 Professor Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Full Service Breakfast
and Lunch
(Brunch Style)
7 days a week!
Includes silent auction, an open bar
and appetizers from local
establishments.
Monday - Friday—
Friday—7 am—
am—8 pm
Sat.—
Sat.— 8 am—
am—8 pm
Sun.—
Sun.—8 am—
am—5 pm
Asterisk Gallery
$60/each o $100/couple
For more information call
216-575-0920
777 Starkweather * 216216-622622-7773
www.luckyscafe.com
Now interviewing for baristas and a General Manager.
Meetings—Special Events—Notes Around the Neighborhood
Block Clubs
Special Events
Tremont Bunny Bowl
Saturday, April 5th at Dickey Lanes, (3275 W 25th)
12:30-3:30pm $10—Adult; $6—Children
Cost covers bowling and food.
Duck Island
Generally meets May—September
Holmden-Buhrer-Rowley
4/2/08 at 6:30 pm at the Clark Bar
Mentor-Clark-Castle
4/2/08 at 6:30pm at the Clark Bar
South of Jefferson
4/8/08 at 7:00pm at Post #58 at 2442 Professor
Tremont Resident Service Corp. Reverse Raffle Breakfast
Auburn
4/10/08 at 7pm, St. Augustine Walsh Hall
Sunday, April 6th at OLA/St. Joseph Center (2346 W 14th)
Lincoln Heights
4/10/08 at 6:30pm at Zion UCC , 2716 W 14th
11am-1pm, $12.50 per ticket Top Prize $600
North of Literary
4/15/08 at 6:30pm at Lolita’s Bistro 2nd Floor
Call 216-241-6553 for tickets or more Information.
Central Tremont
4/22/08 @ 6:30pm at Jefferson Library
FREE CONCERT-CONCERT--Contemporary
--Contemporary Christian Music-Music-- “Two for Life”
Old Tremont
4/24/08 at 6:30pm at Scranton Castle, 2000 Castle
Metro North
4/29/08 @ 6pm at MetroHealth Room K-101 Saturday, April 12th, 2008, 7pm at Immanuel Lutheran Church Hall
Other Committee Meetings
Tremont Roundtable
4/7/08 @ 6pm at Lucky’s Café
Marketing & Fundraising Comm.
4/2/08 at 6 pm at TWDC Conf. Rm.
Econ. Dev. & Long Range Plan Comm.
4/3/08 at 6 pm at TWDC Conf. Rm.
Friends of Clark Field
Please call Kristen for info - 216.575.0920
Sec. District Police/Comm. Rel.
4/8/08 at 7 pm at Applewood Center
Tremont History Project
4/8/08 at 7 pm at TWDC Conf. Rm.
Executive Committee
4/9/08 at 6 pm at TWDC Conference Room
Housing Dev. Comm.
4/10/08 at 6 pm at TWDC Conference Room
Safety Comm.
4/14/08 at 7pm at Lucky’s Café
Tremont Gardeners
4/15/08 at 7 pm at Visible Voice , 1023 Kenilworth
Board of Directors
4/17/08 at 6pm at TWDC Conference Room
Twi-Fi Meetings
See www.twifineighbor.net for schedule
ReStore Tremont
See www.restoretremont.com for schedule
Finance Committee
see tremontwestdevelopment.com for schedule
(2928 Scranton Road (corner of Scranton and Seymour; hall is
located behind the church). A freewill offering will be taken. For
further information please call the church office at (216)781-9511.
Earth Day for Dogs at the Clark Field Dog Park
Saturday, April 19th, 12pm-4pm
Contact Michelle or Kristen at TWDC for more information 575-0920.
Immanuel Lutheran Church Annual Chicken Dinner
Saturday, April 26th, from 5-7pm at Immanuel Lutheran Church Hall
(2928 Scranton Road (corner of Scranton and Seymour; hall is
located behind the church). Cost is $12.00 for adults and $5.00 for
children 12 and under. For tickets please call the church office at
(216)781-9511.
Cocktails & Art Auction Reception
Saturday, May 3rd, 8pm hosted by Asterisk Gallery (2393 Professor)
Tickets are $60/person or $100/couple. Local appetizers, cocktails
and unique silent auction items. Call TWDC for tickets—575-0920.