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Emergency food supplies fall to dangerous levels
SHEFFIELD LAKE
By John Edwards
A Sh elfin hi Lake couiicilwomnii is
.s«ck ing help in ru.su p ply ing nu;irly
uniply food snpplios to nn increasingly needy comnuiniIy.
Kinurgoncy food supplies ;ire lovv
al Lomin County OlTiuu On Agitig's
Northeast Office (LCOA-NE), locatuci
in Sheffield Lake's C o m m u n i t y
Cunter. Things were easier when the
•old -Northeast Lornin Counly Social
Survicus (NELCSS) had USDA onicrgcncy food days one Wednesday a
iiionih. People who'd fallen on hard
times jmd wnr« residents of Avon,
Avon. Avon, Shoffiuld Lake and
Sheffield Viilngy could just come in
and pick up noecled food, provided to
the center by the U.S. Department of
Agriculture.
Bui tinius have changed. NIiLCSS
was disbanded and replaced by
LCOA-NE. A new fedural privacy law
put a slop lo emergency food
Wednesdays. People l i v i n g in the four
communities who need food can s t i l l
gut it, but there is nn longer a regular
pick up day.
They must first call LCOA-NE at
JH9-H14R to arrange pick up the food,
which must be brought from Second
Harvest. According to Sheffield Lake
Ward 1 Conncilwoman Joyce Hanks,
who is also treasurer of Community
Civic Council (CCC), many people
who need food monthly aro unaware
SEE FOOD SUPPLY, PAGE 17
Applebee's set to cull Commons neighborhood home
AVON
By Julie A. Short -
Stum shopptM's will be ublu ID rat
good in the neighborhood as an Applubee's restaurant is planned for Avon
Commons. The -l.HUlKsq.-ft. store w i l l
be Incaltid nuxt lo Kohl's tin the nnrlhwest end of t h e shopping r.ompltiv
Plans are sdiediilcul to bo unveiled
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d u r i n g lonighl's (April lit)} p l a n n i n g
commission meeting.
"We've Mked tin; location f o r a long
limi!." Patrick liiitbLTg, vice prusitletit
of real us I ah) for Apple American
(franchisee) said. "Avon is di-finitt-ly a
a n n m u n i t y that m-eds inort 1 casiiiil
dining."
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Cllevntand. is tht- l.irp'sl Appl»:bci>'s
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stores. The Avon location will be Ihe
3Hrd site opuniting in Oiiin. The group
plans to open 10 more locations t h i s
yiui r.
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ri.'staurant w i l l no! nl'tect tin; \Vcstlakt;
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Avon Oiinnions opened. Competition
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acr.nniiug lo liulijurg. t h u franchise
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Crashes under review
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By Julie A. Short
Avon police continue to investigate the cause of an
April 14 motor vehicle crash that sent one man to
Fairviow Hospital's Intensive Care Unit [ICU).
According to police reports, officers responded to
the area of SR Gl 1 and westbound 1-90 at 5:23 p.m. for
Ihe reporl of a crash between a cement truck and a
motorcycle. On arrival, officers found the driver of the
motorcycle, 23-year-old Avon resident Kerry R. Stiffey
lying under the front of the axle of the truck.
According to Avon Fire Department Chief Frank
Root, Stiffey was not wearing a helmet. The victim was
transported to Fairview and surgery was performed
immediately. The hospital did not have a condition
listed, only noting that he was still in ICU.
The driver of the cement truck was 45-year-old
Keith A. Jones from Elyria. A passenger in the truck
was identified as 50-year-old John F. Daguc, also from
Elyria. No injuries were reported to either.
Preliminary information shows that the motorcycle
was s'outhbound on SR Oil and the cement Iruck was
making a left turn from northbound SR Gil to the
westbound 1-90 entrance ramp.
While investigating the above crash, a second collision occurred on SR Gl 1 just north of the wcslbound I90 ramp. Five vehicles were involved in the rear-end
crash and preliminary reports show driver inattention
to be a contributing factor. The Avon and Sheffield Village fire departments transported four occupants with
possible injuries from the vehicles to Elyria Memorial
Hospital. Those transported included Geoffrey L Jackson [driver of the first car), 47, from Lorain; Linda J.
Ritenour (driver of the second car), 5G, from Lorain;
Ernest W, Ritenour, (passenger in the second car), 02,
from Lorain and Arran D. Biggart (driver of the fourth
car), 2G, from Amhersl. The driver of the Ihird car,
Dona G. Vernon, 67, from Avon Lake, and the driver of
the fourth car, Arveta L. Nicola; 51, also from Avon
Lake received no apparent injuries.
During investigation of the two crashes, Avon
received mutual aid from Avon Lake police, Sheffield
Village police and Sheffield Village fire. The westbound 1-90 exit ramp at SR Gil was closed for approximately one hour and the southbound lanes of SR Gl 1
at westbound 1-90 were closed for approximately three
hours. No citations have been issued as of April IB.
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By Julie A. Short
As the City of Lorain hopes surrounding municipalities will jump on board for its casino gambling proposal, members of Avon City Council continue to grapple with whether or not to vole in favor of a resolution
supporting the endeavor.
During Monday night's [April 18) work session, Council President Larry Hoekstra invited a representalive from
the Ohio Roundtable to speak out and offer statistics that
do not favor gambling.
"We hear the argument that there are billions of dollars
leaving the state and that is why wo need to bring casinos
here," John Adams said. "How much is Ohio losing from
out of state casinos? We don't know. There are not turnstiles keeping track."
Adams went on to tell council members that most of
the numbers you see in favor of gambling, from earnings to
actual people participating, are inflated.
"I rarely find proponents just tell the truth,"
Adams said.
The presentation lasted more Uian an hour and by Ihe
end, Mayor Jim Smilh was noticeably angry.
"You talk about gambling being taxing on the poor, yet
the lottery is the biggest tax on poor people and the biggest
scam I've ever seen," ho said. "I see people buy S8 worth
of gas across the street at Circle K. and then purchase $25
worth of lottery tickets. They buy the cheapest cereal at the
grocery store for the kids, and then blow money on lottery
tickets. The state should quit being a bunch of hypocrites."
The mayor also noted that businesses are leaving the
stale in record numbers and anything a city, such as
Lorain, can do to help its economy, it should look into.
Hoekstra promised council members that a representative from the City of Lorain would be at the next work session (May 2) to address ihc other side of the gambling
issue.
In other council news...Councilman-i!l-Large Larry
Kroeger would like council to consider establishing another charter review commission. The last lime a commission
was appointed was in 2002, with a review taking place in
early 2003.
"I was on the last charter review commission witli
council president Hoekstra," Kroogcr said. "There was a
heavy concentration on one particular area. A number of
areas were brought up that didn't get addresses. \Vo wouldn't do this until next year, but I want to mako sure we have
a full allotment of time."
The mayor suggested waiting until aflor Ihe Novembor
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Students learn lessons in politics while pursuing civil rights
AVON
By Lori E. Switaj
During a Model UN debate last year,
Avon Lake High School senior Abigail
Stonebrokcr hoard a fellow student make
the offhand comment. "People are dying,
let's just pass my resolution."
I thought, 'people arc dying,' instead of
talking about it, let's do something," she
said.
In May, Stonebrnker and senior Madeline Sopko founded Avon Inko Amnesty
International, a non-affiliated high school
group that now counts 25 members in its
club:-1.,The students include freshman
through seniors. Recently, tho'grbitp took
the unusual step of asking Avon Lake City
Council lo pass a resolution of snpporland meeting some opposition to the idea.
Amnesty International is an interrmtional grassroots movement dedicated to
improving human rights conditions
throughout the world. Sopko said thai
contrary to common notion, the group is
not political in nature. Her high school
group is more interested in educating
peers about human rights abuses.
"Avon Lake High School is very oriented toward service projects, such as the Key
Club and other groups," Sopko said at the
group's meeting at Rio Cafe" in Avon Lake.
"We're filling tho international need."
The group attended a screening of the
movie "Hotel Rwanda," based on the true
story of Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager who risked his life to save over a thousand Ibtsis and Hutus marked for death
during the Rwandan massacre. Avon Lake
Amnesty International students are now
focusing on genocide in Sudan and recently asked the high school's student council
to pass a resolution regarding human
rights abuses in the Darfur region of
Sudan. The resolution easily passed and
the group will forward (ho resolution,
along with the one passed by council, lo
the government of Sudan. Several of ihe
group's members, including Megan
Matthews, Lauren Snyder and Lucas Fox
serve on student council.
Tho resolutions mark only a part of
recent - activities. In November they
marked International Children's Day. collecting 157 signatures on a petition asking
Senator George Voinovich to support the
United Nations Convention on the Rights
of the Child. The United States has not ratified this yet. More recently they participated in the National Week of Student
Action focusing on this year's issue, the
USA Patriot Act. During the week in early
April, the group wrote skits, created props
and costumes and performed the plays at
the Avon Lake Public Library.
Eric Baker, Jessica Phelps, Tracey Till
and Andrew O'Donnell joined to support
Uie cause of human rights.
"I like being informed," Phelps said.
"I'm officially addicted to NPR (National
Public Radio.)
Baker joined when lie was at the high
school for an unrelated group and passed
the group mat was meeting in the school's
media center.
"They were having a lot of fun," he
said. "I stuck my head in there heard what
Uiey were talking about and I've been with
them ever since."
Despite their good intentions, the students have found that while receiving
wide support amongst their peers, their
actions are not universally met with open
arms. They have not been granted status as
an affiliated high school group at the high
school since they are considered a political organization..
Avon Lake High School students gather at Rio Cafe last week to celebrate the success of
a council supported resolution on April 11.
"Basically we can hold meetings at Iho
school but don't have the privileges that
clubs such as the Key Club have," Sopko
said. "We can't have a bulletin board, have
announcements made or do fund raising."
ALHS Principal Tim Freeman said the
school did not have a bulletin board available but said the students were permitted
to put up any informational material following administrative approval, similar to
any other group.
"They can post signs saying they are
having meetings," Freemand said. "They
can even say they will be discussing a
political issue such as gun rights. But they
can't say 'we are against gun rights.* It's a
very muddy area."
On April 11, city council 'passed legislation recognizing the efforts of the student
chapter "to bring awareness of human
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rights violations." The 6-1 vote, with councilman Larry Meiners providing the lone
"no" vole, was not without some controversy.
When the legislation was initially
sought more than half of council questioned whether it was the place of their
legislative body to be voting on it,
- "I think four (of the seven voting council members) didn't seem to support it,"
Stonebraker said.
Councilman Mike Slanek said he was
not sure as council members representing
20,000 residents, if it were his place to be
voting on the item but said the vote was
recognizing the students' efforts.
"I support the students efforts; not necessarily the cause," Stanek said.
• Meincrs saw potential problems will
the resolution, saying his vote had nothing
to do with the students' efforts which he
called "highly commendable."
"We are opening up all kinds of
avenues and a slippery slope," he said.
"There are no Avon Lake people in
Sudan."
Meiners said passing the legislation
will allow other groups to come forward, a
concept Mayor Rob Berner, who does not
cast voles at council, agreed with.
"Are we going to pass legislation when
students win a spelling bee?" he asked,
after noting his daughter was a member of
Amnesty International. "Wo are passing on
legislation, an ordinance that will be law.
This is well beyond the scope of council."
Councilman Martin O'Donnell said
he saw nothing wrong with tho issue.
Council president Greg Zilka, who also
serves as the advisor for ALHS's Model
UN, said it was a resolution, not a law,
disagreeing with Berner.
Councilman Karl Zuber cast a vote of
approval but expressed concern with
Amnesty International.
"I hope in the future you open your
eyes to things Amnesty International
misses," Zuber said, specifying the
killing fields in Iraq as an example.
"You miss the things that are not on
their agenda."
Avon Lake Amnesty International
meets every Thursday, alternating
between the high school and the Rio
Cafe. During the week of April 24, the
Rio Caf<5 will donate a portion of sales to
Avon Lake Amnesty International.
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Erie Outfitters remains committed to aiding U.S. troops in Iraq
Rolaids are easier to carry.
SHEFFIELD LAKE
By John Edwards
It's been ii relatively long time
since "shock and awe" mesmerized
our attention. The actual war in Iraq
may be technically over, bill our
troops arc still there, on the hot, dry,
sandy, barren ground. They're still
quelling tho insurgents and trying to
establish a peaceful way of life for
Iraqis. They still need things the government does not supply, they still
need to kiioxv that tho folks back
home still care about lliein and have
not forgotten them.
Erie Outfitters owner Craig Lewis
hasn't forgotten. And neither, says
Lewis, have the folks in our corner of
Lorain County. Lewis says people still
stop into his bait and tackle shop at
5380 Lake Road and contribute items
for his biweekly shipments of fishing
gear, socks, candy, gum, magazines
and so on to the troops. Lewis posted
another big shipment of gifts from
homo to tho troops in Iraq yesterday.
He plans to continue the shipments as
long as U.S. troops are "over there"
and invites one and all to join in the
effort.
"People have been great," Lewis
said last week. "People still come in
to drop stuff in the box for the troops.
People still come in and buy two
lures or packs of plastic worms, or
two spools of line and put one in the
box. We're still shipping truckloads of
stuff over there, at least 400 pounds
every week or two. At first we were
encountering some -logistical problems, sending tackle to guys who
were stationed in areas where there
wasn't any water, things like that. But
now we've got it down. We can pinpoint where we send things.
"Also, now we're getting some
Craig Lewis and his dog Loomis (named for Craig's fishing rod) lake a break inside the Erie
Outfitters bait and tackle shop on Lake Road.
feedback, we're getting requests from
troops for specific items," Lewis said.
"We hear from soldiers and their
families, we know they're getting
what we send them now. People
shouldn't be afraid to send stuff to
their friends and relatives in Iraq. The
mail situation is much better than it
was and you can be sure they'll gel
what you send them. The military has
asked us to stop sending tobacco
products, but we'll still do it if a soldier asks for chewing tobacco. It helps
in those dry conditions. So does gum.
"Some guys ask for powdered
drink mixes because the water's bad
where they are," Lewis said. "We also
send some bottled
products,
GatorAde, and so forth. Others have
the water situation under control, so
they ask for canned food. Many of
them are on MRE diets and they want
real food in cans, stuff like beef stew
or beans and franks. A lot of people
sent aspirin, but the guys are not
asking for it any more. Turns and
things like that would be better, a lot
of the troops have digestion
problems. Not big bottles of stuff like
Pepto Bismol, etc. That's too bulky.
Remember these are soldiers who
have to carry it. Rolls of Turns or
"Lifesavers and other hard candies
are good, too," Lewis said. "Peoplu
wore sending boxes of chocolates that
would mult before the guys could cat
it. It's so hot there. Reading materials
arc good, too. Magazines, crossword
books and game books, but not' so
much video games because batteries
aro a problem over there. We still
send fishing tackle, too. We're still
sending a tot of tackle. Guys write
and ask for tackle when thoir units
arc gelling a break and can do some
fishing. It doesn't have lo be now
stuff, people can send tackle they
have lying around that they don't use
any more. Old rods, under five feet
long broken down, especially ultralight rods. Old lures are good too, but
not old line. You don't have to buy
new gear. Everybody's done a fabulous job helping out."
Lewis says shipping expenses are
his biggest problem,, but local veterans groups like AMVETS, VFW Posts
and American Legion Halls have
made cash donations to help out.
"The Postal Service doesn't give us
a discount just because we're sending
stuff to troops in Iraq," Lewis said. "If
a person or company wants to donate
we'll supply receipts for shipping or
whatever is purchased."
Lewis has sent so much gear to Iraq
since the war began that he's been
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"Operation Iraqi Freedom," and a
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505th Parachute Infantry Regiment,
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Learn creative, unique gardening ideas at Abbi's Garden
AVON
By Julie A. Short
Abbi's Garden (formerly Alien Greenhouse) on Long
Road re-oponed last weekend and offers a now twist on
tho familiar Avon greenhouse scene.
Co-owner Louisa Allen and daughter Larrynu Jasko
understand that today's garden hobbyists need a different approach. Their concept caters to backyard and patio
gardeners who have loss time to spend gardening, but
still want to enjoy llio outdoors and have the advantage
of fresh, homegrown vegetables and flowers. Abbi's gar*
den offers plants that do well in small spaces and export
advice on planting and caring for them.
"We want people to enjoy our greenhouse, as well
as learn the techniques that will make them successful
gardeners," Jasko said. "To do this, we created a space
where people can enjoy a relaxing, rural setting and
chat with our staff as they select their plants. We have
scheduled special events and classes to help people bo
successful with their gardens and more fully enjoy the
experience."
The Allen family has operated successful greenhouse
and produce businesses for over 75 years. Charles Allen,
Larrynn's great-grandfather began a produce business in
the 1930s in Rocky River. The business and family later
moved to Avon where Larry Allen, Larrynn's father took
over. He passed away in 1986 and Louise took over running the operation. Last year, the name was changed
from Allen Greenhouse to Abbi's Garden, (Abbi is
Louise's nickname from her maiden name, Abfall).
"We are a seasonal greenhouse," Allen said. "Our
spring grand opening emphasizes our commitment to
make this a place where people can come learn about
plants and enjoy flowers. We enjoy working with people
and our learning garden is an extension of that. We want
Louise Allen and Larrynn Jasko
to offor people thai personal service you don't see at larger, more commercial shops such as the big box stores."
Abbi's Garden offers low cost or free classes in its now
indoor learning garden. On April 23 at 11 a.m., A Tea
Party and Fairy Garden program is scheduled. Sip on tea
(hot or cold), sample tasty treats and listen to a professional storyteller of folklore and fairytales. Guests are
invited to make their own fairy garden to take home. The
event is open to everyone. Cost is S25 for one adult and
one child and includes one fairy garden kit (container,
soil, plants, decorations).
A free Vegetable Gardening 101 class is offered
April 30 at 11 a.m. Contain Your Enthusiasm will be
presented May 21 at 11 a.m. with creative alternatives
for container planting. Mix it up with annuals, peren-
niiils, herbs and vegetables. Feng Shui techniques will
also bo explored.
Summer programs include Growing, Cooking fc
Grilling with Herbs (Juno 11 at 11 a.m., free) and Garden
S.O.S, (July 9 at 11 a.m., free).
In the fall, learn how to put your garden to bed for
tho winter at special classes on Sept. 24 and Oct. 15.
Tips for preparing your yard for winter and hints for
bringing plants and bulbs indoors will be covered at
the freo ovonts.
Other events during May and Juno will be "Tuesday
Evenings al the Potter Bench" from G-B p.m. Abbi's
Gardens will provide the space and assistance for you
to plant your own container gardens. Perfect for people
who live in apartments or condos, you only need to
bring a container. Purchase your plants and soil then
plant your container on the spot. Leave the mess at
Abbi's Gardens.
"You sec a lot more people opting to use containers
rather than lots of flats for a flower garden," Allen said.
"As more people buy cluster homes and condos, they
may only have room for a few nice pols in the yard.
You'd be surprised how much you can grow in a container. You can grow herbs and even vegetables."
There are nine greenhouses on the Abbi's Gardens
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April 20, 2005
I want to support your levy, but please...convince me
Look around Avon Lake and you can
barely move two houses without spotting
one of the ubiquitous election signs posted
on a front lawn. Now look a little closer.
You may notice that although plenty of
da tes"lattlastlweekend's|f Candidates
people (and developers) have no problem
posting signs for their favorite judicial candidates, the signs supporting the 7.92-mill
school levy are few and very far between.
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of the huge tax increase the levy will
impose or they are doubting the current
• financial state of the school district. Over
the past month, our paper has opted to present you with "just the numbers" and skip
the editorialized tax levy articles.
The PRESS hasn't received overwhelming support for the levy. By now,
most of us understand the exact position
the school district, like any other in the
state, is in. And that is between a rock and
a hard place. We understand the need for
levies, how "real dollars" decrease every
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would like to ask the district to do one
thing: prove to us (he need. For weeks
we've been fielding calls to show, line by
line, why this much money is needed now.
So on behalf of residents I'm asking. Show
us how it is impossible to cut back on
healthcare costs and administrative fees.
Show us there aren't hidden perks and
why you can't do with less. Show us why
we need to spend $9,400 per student to
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Last plea to voters: Can you say East Lorain?
In 13 days, voters in Sheffield Lake and
Village will have only one issue on the ballot: A RENEWAL of a $2.3 million fivoyear operating levy for the SheffieldSheffield Lake Schools. The levy is now
7.11-inil!s. It passed back in 1094, at 14.95mills and renewed in 2000 at lO-milis. It
was the last levy approved by the voters,
who have voted down eight consecutive
attempts for now money to operate the
school district. Sometimes by very narrow
margins, so don't think your vote doesn't
matter.
Since that levy was passed, the price of
everything has gone up. It costs more now
to do what the schools did 11 years ago,
and the schools do much more now than
they did then. Some may not believe that,
but it is true.. Brookside, Tennyson and
Knollwood did not achieve their "excellent school" ratings from the State Department of Education by accident. The other
three schools did not achieve their "continuous improvement" ratings by accident,
either. Great tilings have been happening
in our schools, academically speaking.
That's at risk. The cuts being made
now, in the words of state oversight committee chair Roger Nehls, "take opportunities away from boys and girls." Damage is
already done. I hear lots of reasons people
give for voting no. There are legitimate reasons like, "fixed income, can't afford it."
The rest, such as "the school board lias
hidden agendas," "they're wasting
money," "my mortgage is too high," "my
kids' parochial school tuition is too high,"
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achieve "Excellent" academic standards
when Avon and Amherst districts do the
same for less that 37,500 a student.
These questions aren't meant to doubt
the quality of education students are
receiving in the city. Undoubtedly, we
have some of tho best teachers and student
benefits-iii the state. But spending more
per student does not equate a better education. If you want an example, the City of
Cleveland spends more than $11,000 per
student. The end result is a district in
chaos with high drop-out rates. [Per capita
spending will be in next week's PRESS.)
We hear a lot about "for the children." I
support this. I have a student in the district
now and I can say for certain she is receiving a top nolch education. We hear the slogan "the children are our future." This is
true. But now it's also time to speak out for
those who once were the "future children"
of Avon Lake. They include our senior citizens. They include former students living
on fixed incomes and those living on more
humble salaries than our "upper crust"
residents who can afford the extra thousands per year.
I have been most touched by the senior
citizens I've met since the announcement
of this levy. For some, it is the gentrification of the city that has caused the value of
their modest homes to skyrocket. This levy
may mean an extra S500 a year to them.
One senior put it simply: "I support the
children," he said. "I support the schools.
They've done a wonderful job. But my
Medicaid requires me to pay out hundreds
and I'm on a fixed income. I don't have the
money and I'll have to move."
And this may be it in a nutshell. Is it
right to ask those in town living on the
financial edge, those who receive meager
insurance and retirement benefits to subsidize better ones for someone else? To ask
some to cut back on basic necessities to
provide the best of everything for the
school district? From my perspective, it is
not just the quality of education for the
children that needs to be considered-hut
for our fixed income residents as well. The
question is, is it an even trade off? Show
me it can't be done cheaper and you have
my promise, you'll have my vote.
....
Undoubtedly, we do not want to see
our district slip into the situation they are
facing in neighboring Sheffield. (See
John Edwards column below on why
this levy must be passed.) But the extra
36 million sought in Avon Lake per year
is an awful lot of money,
Please, convince me.
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and others all ring false.
Voting no only hurts the kids. The
Ohio state legislature will keep piling on
"unfunded mandates" and taking money
away from public education to use it on
their pet projects, such as charter schools.
The school board, with no hidden agendas, is now on the bench, displaced by the
state's oversight committee, with.a mandate to cut teachers and programs.
There's almost no money spent by
schools that they're not required by law to
spend. Buying that land, 55 acres for
S550*,000, was the smartest tiling they ever
did. In 2012 they'll already have the land
(which is already paid for.) Can you imagine the howling if, in 2012 or whenever,
they had to buy the land too? Wouldn't
you be screaming "why didn't' they buy
land 10 years ago when it was cheaper?"
Be honest. You would.
An article in The PRESS last week
showed that Avon and Avon Lake residents are paying on tlyee times as many
school levies as Sheffield Villagers and
Lakers. Property taxes are high in Sheffield
Lake, almost the highest in Ohio, but it's
not due to school levies: In addition to.
three school levies and all the county
levies, Sheffield Lake residents pay a.
library levy and six (!) safety levies, three
police and three fire/paramedic levies.
They're worth it. Our safety forces are
excellent and Domonkas Library is groat. • •
As for Sheffield Villagers, they're paying the school levies and the county levies.
They have no levies to pay for their own
excellent safety forces and service department, not even for their splendid Municipal Complex. The Village runs on income
taxes paid almost exclusively by out-oftowners who work at Ford and other businesses in the Village. (We never talk about
it, but speeding tickets are paid by. the
60,000 transient drivers who pass tlirough
the Village daily.) They don't even have a
library levy. They can use the Avon'and
Domonkas libraries free.
We have a moral duty to pay for public
education. It's wonderful if you can send
your own children to private schools, but
it doesn't get you a pass on responsibility
for public schools. And yes, we CAN be
the first district to lose our schools. I've
asked when, and Roger Nehls will only
say: "It's premature to answer that question
at this time." But go ahead and vote down
the renewal and the next levy in August
and November. Soon, then, that question
won't be premature any more, with funding back to a 1980s level and a $2 million
debt in 200B mounting, with nowhere near
enough funding coming in.
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Buy American or bye, America
To the Editor:
Why is Lorain County losing Ford
jobs as well as the taxes, purchasing
power and other positive economic benefits associated with these jobs? In my
opinion, the answer to this question is
the nameplate attached to the front of
your vehicle and those next to you on
our streets and highways. If they are Toyota, Honda, Nissan or other foreign
nameplates, then you contributed to the
loss of those Ford jobs.
Foreign nameplates continue to erode
the market share of companies such as
Ford. For example, last year, Toyota's
earnings were greater than the big three's
combined total earnings.
Companies such as Ford are not playing on a level playing field compared to
the foreign competition. Ford and others
are economically disadvantaged based
on their large costs for items such as
pensions, health care, workers' compensation not faced by Toyota and other foreign competitors..
As Americans, we must add patriotism
as a consideration when purchasing a car
or truck. In oilier words, stop buying foreign and support the U.S.A. However, if
this trend continues (Avon Lake Ford Plant
could be next to close) then we need to add
pricing penalties to foreign vehicles sold in
the U.S. to offset the unfair costs carried by
U.S. companies. These cost penalties
would create cost parity between U.S. and
foreign carmakers. Remember: Buy
American or bye, America.
Tom Harmon
Avon Lake
Seniors and school levies
To trie'Editor:
I have been a schoolteacher in Ohio
for 37 years; I have been retired for the
past seven years. I have viewed the
school levy vote issue from both sides.
In defense of seniors who are anti levy, I
must say I understand. I receive two partial pensions and the term "fixed
income" has a new meaning to me. In
tho seven years I have been retired, my
state teacher's pension net take home has
gone down by over S200 a month
because of increases in my medical premium, this is true even with the slight
cost of .living increases I have been
receiving. In the same time span, my
auto insurance premium went up S50 a
month and my drug copay wont from
SlO to S50 for a three-month prescription.
If other seniors Jiavo gouo through a
similar experience, I can understand
why they would give a lot of thought to
voting for a lax levy that would lake
another S25 a month from their fixed
income.
There are many solutions to this
problem but ihey must be addressed by
the political seclor. For example I spoilt
the lasl six years living in Florida, where
I received a flat S500 Hainostoatl bxomption on my properly laxos. When I
moved back to Ohio, I asked the realtor
about tho homestead exemption here
and he said he thought it was 1 1/2 per-
cent, which would come to about $30 or
why even bother.
The solution I would like to see is
one where a freeze is put on the property tax when the owner turns 65 and
starts collecting Social Security. From
that point on no matter what issues or
levies are passed that persons property
tax stays the same. The only adjustment
would be similar to Social Security if
your annual income exceeded a certain
amount there would be a penalty.
What would society be like if politicians or certain professions like lawyers
had to get the approval of the voters in a
referendum to get a pay increase? Why
is education the only area subject to
voter approval?
Ray Vorba
Avon Lake
elsewhere. I would
think that
individuals who pay for their own
health insurance would tend to be
watchful consumers.
Also, I would think the mobility of
taking one's health insurance to the next
position without fear oflosing his or her
insurance in a job change would be a
blessing.
Yep, Mr. Brown, if you do find this
magical monoy, please pass it along to all
of us because Loratn County needs all of
the business it can get.
Kathleen O'Brien Wilhelm
Avon Lake
• Grand weekend-On April 22, the new
Avon Senior Center will have an Open House
Kick-off party Beginning at II sun., Mayor
Jim Smith >vill lead a nbbon cutting ceremony. Following the ceremony, a sponsors-onry
Open House from 1130 a.m.-t:30 pjn. will
thank past and present ^corporate sponsors
of Avon Seniors Inc. On April 23_(10 a.m.5 p.nx) and Sunday April 24Jnootv5 pjn.)
tliere will be Open House festivities In cot*junction with Avon's'Spring Celebration".
Stop in for a snack or beverage, tour the new
facility'and meet the staff and board of the
seniorcentce t „ "*"',',£*<•£ ^'^ "£,'
, • Co" Tribe-Cleveland Indians players;
Coco Crisp (outfielder) and Jake VWstbrook
(pitcher) will be appearing atlKeyBank,[n
Avon Commons on April 23 from 5C&-7 p-m.
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Serving the community
To the Editor:
Avon Lake City Schools has several
services and programs for members of
the community. One of the programs that
I teach is titled "Community Education."
Hey, Sherrod
It is a course that is offered to any memTo the Editor:
Hey, Sherrod while you are figuring ber of the community three times a year
out what companies like Wal-Mart, thai (fall, spring and summer). This particuyou don't own, should pay for health lar community class runs for eight weeks
insurance please look to them to pay for each session and focuses on improving
my groceries, too. It appears Sherrod computer skills. Students benefit
tremendously by learning how to use the
Brown (US Representative/Democrat
Lorain] has tho ability to make money • Internet and Email more effectively, as
well as learning how the Microsoft
appear like magic. As his press secretary
stated regarding Wal-Mart, "Congress- Office applications can improve one's
man Drown is not against tho entily itself productivity. The Community Education
program has serviced over 30 communias long as any company coming into
ty members (without children in the
Lorain County provides adequate health
care benefits"(Morning Journal April 7, school system) during the 2004-05
school year, and the numbers for sum2005 page A5).
What is missing here? Who is aclual- mer registration continue to grow.
Avon Lake City Schools will always
ly going to pay for the health insurance?
Why not go a step further, Sherrod and be serving children, and our doors will
always be open to tho community.
have Wai-Marl and all of these Lorain
Doug Warren
County companies provide groceries, car
Learwood Middle School
and home insurance as well? Where
'does Mr. Brown think all of these comResponse to column
panies will gol the money to pay for the
To the Editor
health insurance? Magic?
RE: John Edwards "Faces of Death"
Money paid by a company for health
column:
insurance to its employees has got to
Once again John conies through with
come from somewhere. Won't these "light" on an otherwise dark subject - the
companies, such as Wal-Mart, make up death of Terri Schiavo. As he pointed
the money elsewhere? Say like lower out, there is a big difference between
wages for their employees or higher stopping a respirator and pulling a feedprices on goods and services? Where is
ing tube when it comes to dying. Unforllie magical money going to come from
tunately no state but Oregon has the
to pay for the health insurance Mr.
choice of a physician-assisted death.
Brown proposes?
Therefore, our people do have to linger
Isn't it time we as employees and where that wouldn't be tolerated with a
consumers pay for what we want? When
pet, again as John stated. As a Christian,
I go to the grocery slore, I want to buy the I was surprised at the number of other
food that fils my families' needs. I want
Christians who were objecting to her
to do the same with health insurance. 1 opportunity to escape her "empty" life
already pay for my own car and home and move on to the more peaceful
insurance.
promise we all look forward to. RegardRight now, employees graciously
less of your position, make sure your
accept whatever the company can or family doesn't have to deal with that
will provide in health insurance bene- problem by filling out an Ohio Living
fits. Allowing the consumer to select his
Will and 'Durable Power of Attorney
or her own heath insurance should bo no
(available on the net and from New Life
different than selecting home or cnr
Hospice, and very easy tofillout).
Bob Reich
insurance.
I would think that being individually
Avon Lake
responsible will make consumers more
Irish Heritage Center
fiimuciully accountable. When 1 grocery
To the Editor:
shop I look at the quality, prices, needs
The Irish Heritage Center (IHC) in Avon
of my family and my budget. I would
Lake would like to thank everyone who
think that employees shopping for
health care would bare the same consid- helped make our St. Patrick's Day a special
clay. Families, friends and those from all
eration. I also would think that the
rewards would be significant regarding over gathered for a safe and fun familyemployee paid health insurance. If the
MORE LETTERS, PAGE 8
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the day tourin'g'.city haU;and,the' police: and
'fire stations, then, after dinner. participate, in
a city council meeting, has been 'switched, to
April 26. The kids are, students .in Kay.Braz^
na*s Government <S^;"^%^^:^$g££i %}?
' ; -:" • Levy comnuttee^ ^^fwery Monday,'
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May 2.. The meetings 'are held at the Board of
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month's Special Olyrnpki^compctiiipa
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LETTERS, from page 7
oriented celebration. We participated in our IHC
sponsored Mass at the Cathedral in Cleveland,
marched in the parade and enjoyed over 500 people
who returned to tho 1HC for our annual St. Pat's
party. Our IHC float, under tho supervision of Mike
Briola, won tho second place prize in the parade
and displayed an amazing collodion of Irish instruments. Special thanks go to Catalina Briola, Ken
Morgan, John Braun, Larry English, Paul Green, and
Tim Weidner who worked on the float for many
months.
Our club members worked very hard to make
this event a memorable one for all. Corned beef
sandwiches (and much more), music by the Cottage
Boys, tho Irish Heritage Pipe Band and the Masterson Irish Dancers made for a family event. The
highlight of this tradition was the recognition of the
IHC Man and Woman of the Year, Dino Lioi and Kim
Coo'ney Stewart.
Thank you again to all and wo look forward to
seeing you again next year.
Terry Burke, President
The IHC Officers and Board of Directors
Meet was a success
teams and their coaches for a job well done,
The day was a big success in many ways. Once
again, without the help of so many willing volunteers wo could not have run such a successful event
for tho all the student athletes present on April 9.
Thomas R. Barone. CAA
Director of Athletics
Avon Lake City Schools
Editor's note: The PI1ESS rticeivtid numerous lettars of (indorsement for each candidato. Tint following is a sampling of {attars received over thti past
several \vnoks.
Avon's schools are priceless
To the Editor:
Fuel for school bus..Sl.80 per gallon
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Quality educations-Priceless
Almost all of us want a bargain and are pleased when
we find one. Avon residents have to look no further than
the Avon Schools to find a great bargain. Ohio's Department of Education rates Avon school district as providing
an "Excellent" education to students. The Avon schools
have received this highest rating while only spending
$7,366 per pupil during the 2003-04 school year-that's
$1,389 per pupil below the state average. It's also $2,000 to
$3,000 below four other area schools that were rated
Excellent-Avon Lake, Rocky River, Bay Village and Westlake. Students in Avon schools, including our own three
daughters, are receiving an excellent education provided
by dedicated teachers at a reasonable cost. That's quite a
bargain!
That is why on May 3 we'll be voting YES for Issue 13,
the Avon Schoolsrenewal operating levy. This levy is a
renewal levy so there is no tax increase. That means it will
not cost homeowners any extra. The funds from Uiis levy
will provide for operating expenses, such as supplies, textbooks and transportation-all necessary items. Please join
us in voting Yes for Issue 13 so that our schools can continue to deliver quality education in Avon-wilhout an
increase in taxes. Now that's a great deal!
Dan and Julie Berklieimer
Avon
To the Editor:
The Avon Lake High School Athletic Department, coaches and student athletes would like to
take this opportunity to thank everyone who so graciously gave of there time on April 9 for the Ninth
Annual Avon Lake Track & Field Invitational held
here at Avon Lake High School.
First of all we thank-Keith Kauffman our meet
manager for organizing this year's event; Laury
Stuebner and Sue Kauffman for being our scorers
and custodians of awards; Rick Urbin our announcer; Tim Stuebner for taking care of the trackside
equipment; our trainer, Beth Hauck; our ticket sellers, Ashley Mamasis and Caroline Perkins; the girls
track & field parents for taking care of the hospitality room, and the committee members for The Avon
Lake Sports Hall of Fame who ran the concession Voting is power
To the Editor:
stand.
How will you use your power on May 3? Will you
• We also thank our timers and event judges, Jeff
Arra, Julia Bartram, Susan Bernard, Al Buckeye, 'choose to support children and education or will you
Linda Byrd, Diane Brunner, Beth Bucher, Kathy choose to support irresponsible Ohio legislators? Many
Byrne, Yvonne Craigo, Tony Dutton, Victor Fabry, have boldly proclaimed they have never lost an
Guy Gammel, Jeff Geeding, John Gill, Tonya and election for failing to support education! Every time a
Anthony Haddad, Jim and Amanda Harley, Lucy school levy fails in Ohio it further reinforces the
Heinen, Peggy Howell, Jim and Pam Kauffman, legislators' belief that education is not important to
Karl Kisselle, Ron Kovach, Pat Krajcik, Frank Leo, Qhioans. 1 hope nothing could be farther from the
Karen Linder, Kerry Lozada, Debbie • and Dick truth. The best way to help the cause of kids in Ohio
McDermott, Carol and Dave Morton, Terry Murello, is to pass levies and vote against all legislators who
Deanne and Tim Nowak, Ralph Nussle, Nancy and oppose education funding reform. On May 3 voters in
Jeff Page, Matt Planisek, Julie Proudfoot, Kevin the Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City School District will
Reisinger, Tom Robinson, Rob Rocco, Debbie again be asked to pass a levy. It is a renewal only. It
Schmitt, DeeAnn Seipel, Kurt Shreffler, Gina will not increase taxes. This levy is crucial to the
Spears. Peter Stokes, Mark Talarek, Sue Thaxton, survival of our district. Please consider carefully how
Dean Wadd, Roger Werner, Greg Zilka and anyone you use your power.
Barb Miller
else that we might have missed that showed up and"
BOE Member
was an important part of our Invitational.
Our Boys Track end Field team took first place 'at School levy support
the invitational while our Girls Track and Field
To the Editor:
loam took second place. Congratulations to both
This letter is to offer support for the upcoming
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school levy, Regardless of your present position. I hope
you will perform your civic duty and go out and vote
on May 3; We owe it to our past generations of soldiers,
citizens and follow Americans to vote when we have
tho chnnce to determine the future course of events.
Each election offers us that opportunity.
Avon Lake City Schools have requested approval of
a now tax issuo. The money generated will be used for
operational needs. Tho school system and citizens have
worked very hard, for many years, to build Avon Lake
schools into a well-respected school district. It has paid
impressive dividends to. all stakeholders. Families
enjoy well-educated children who find success after
graduation. Properly owners enjoy greatly increased
value in their homes and property. The city has gained
a well respect reputation in the Cleveland area. Students enjoy a wide range of academic opportunities to
expand themselves. Students enjoy state level recognition for extra curricular participation. Everyone in
Avon Lake has been positively impacted by the continued success of its schools. Life has improved herein
Avon Lake thanks in large part to very good schools.
Schools cost money. It's pretty simple. Avon Lake City
Schools cannot run on the same money it has for the past
many years. Citizens have entrusted the operation of the
schools to the locally elected Board of Education members. If we look at their work over the last 20 years or so.
most of us could agree that Avon Lake City Schools have
continually grown in status and accomplishment Much
credit goes to their guidance. The question we need to
answer is not do the schools need the money, but can I.
trust the leadership of our schools? Their history over time;
says, "Yes you can." The school board is asking for your
support and in many ways so are the children of this
school district. Please model responsible citizenship and
be sure to vote on May 3.
PaulS. Holland^
Avon Lake
Mack in replies
To the Editor:
In the last two issues'of a local weekly paper, there
have been letters and a large ad focusing on tho fact that
Judge John Mackin is retiring and his son Patrick
Mackin is running for Avon Lake Municipal Court
judge. These letters/ad, ghost written by a candidate's
camp followers, urge people not to vote for a name and
"it takes more than a name to be a judge." In elections
a well-known name with long ties to the community is
a factor to take into consideration. My father, Judge
John Mackin and my mother, Mary Mackin, raised nine
children and instilled 'in us a sense of duty, responsibility, fairness, honesty and integrity. All nine children
graduated from Avon Lake High School and college,
and three of their sons followed in Judge Mackin's foot-;
steps and became lawyers. More importantly, a name
becomes known through hard work, dedication and
service to others, not distortions in ads and letters.••'"
It takes honesty, hard work, integrity, mental acuity
and a fundamental sense of justice and fairness to be
judge. Patrick Mackin is the best candidate under these
criteria. Patrick Mackin has been an attorney for 17
years and has served the community since 1991 by representing clients in the local courts. Patrick Mackin
graduated from high school as a National Merit Scholar, from Kent State magna cum laude and received his
law degree from the University of Notre Dame. One
should not seek a judicial position because they feel
that it would be a good way to complete a career as stated in an interview. Nor should one urge the creation of
a night court, which would be more expensive for the
community, so they can maintain their full time legal
practice. A judicial candidate must have a •temperament that is fair and adheres to the rules. One candidate
chose to ignore these rules in a ne'wspaper'^article by
encouraging a debate between himself and Patrick
Mackin. Under Judicial Cannon 7, which candidates
should know, judicial candidates can state their own
experiences and personal character traits. A debate, by
its very nature, requires talking about more than one's
own qualities and reasons for seeking election as a
judge. A candidate who so brazenly and blatantly urges
the breaking of the rules is practicing election at any
cost. In.addition, this candidate stated in last week's
issue that my brother recently moved into the area,
even though he knows my brother has had an office in
Avon Lake since 1991. Obviously I am supporting my
brother, Patrick Mackin, for the position of Avon Lake
Municipal Court Judge and I ask you to vole for Patrick
Mackin for Judge of Avon Lake Municipal Court in the
May Democratic primary.
Brendan MackinAvon Lake
Keshock is a family man
To the Editor:
1 have lived in Avon for nine years and during that
time I have been a friend and neighbor to John Keshock
ant! his family. John is a candidate in the May 3, 2005
primary election for Avon Lnke Municipal Court Judge
and it is my pleasure to support him in his campaign
John has enjoyed a successful 15-year career as a
practicing attorney in both criminal and'civil law
John's law and business experience has been noted, but
I know John most of nil as n friend ami family man. On
more ol a personal mile. I would like to share some of
my c.\puriencus in being a neighbor to John and his '
aimiy. It is, in tact, his family thai I believe lobe one of j
lolins liiggusi assets. So much of what is good in our
SEE LETTERS, PAGE 9 r*
THE PRESS, APRIL 20, 2005
LETTERS) from page 8
lives comes from the closeness of family ties.
John's career in law and business keeps him busy, but
his family keeps him grounded. His family includes his
wife, Dr. Maureen Keshock and their daughters, Nicole,
age 9, and Elise, age 7. To see an athlete such as John, who
is a Youngstown State University Athletic Hall of Famer,
show extreme enthusiasm during a cheering competition
in Columbus in which his daughter was competing would
put a smile on anyone's face. John's commitment to family
values shows in his everyday life. As busy as ho is, he is
always taking part in every element of his daughters'
lives....£rom Tai Kwon Do to cheering to piano concerts
and school functions. He is always there providing
support and inspiration.
John's commitment to family values does not stop
with his own. Both John and his wife have been involved
with Voices for Children, on organization for protecting
the rights of abused and neglected children. They have
taken an active roll in supporting local school levies and
John is part owner of the Goddard School in Avon.
I will be voting for John Keshock on May 3 based on
the above values and advocacies to family along with his
skills as a long-slanding attorney in our community.
Jill Renuart
Avon
Vote for Long
To the Editor:
This is not long on words or rhetoric, but sincere and
straightforward in asking you to consider voting for Dave
Long for Avon Lake Municipal Court Judge. He is honest,
hardworking, has many valuable years of court experience and is a very well qualified candidate who deserves
your vote on May 3.
other candidates show that others in Ins profession
respect him. Three candidates did not even receive a rating, so his peers know that he is the most capable and
qualified for this position. In addition to his legal experience, Dan-el's disposition is exactly what you would ask
for in a judicial candidate.
Our professional and personal relationship with Darrel over the past 15 years has impacted our decision. He is
an outstanding individual with exemplary morals and
notable integrity. Our vote will be for Darrel Bilancinirated highest by his own peers for the position-aiid wo
rate him as the most principled, community-oriented candidate in this election for Judge of the Municipal Court of
Avon Lake [which includes Avon and Sheffield Village).
Be sure to go out and vole on May 3 and elect the
candidate who has earned the position where he can
continue to serve the community lo which ho lias given so
much in the past 20 years.
Scott and Sharon Scrivens
Avon Lake
Manning is wise choice
To the Editor:
I am Anthony (Tony) Manning's campaign manager for
judge of the Avon Lake Municipal Court on the Avon*
Avon Lake-Sheffield Village Republican ballots. As such
you would know that 1 support him 100 percent. But why,
you may ask.
First, because I consider Tony to be one of the most
trustworthy and hard working persons I know. As co-cap-
Al and Carol Zakel
Avon Lake
Brusnahan is clear choice
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To the Editor:
Experience matters most when voting for a judge.
With more than 23 years of legal experience, Kreig
Brusnahan is best prepared to be Judge of Avon Lake
Municipal Court.
Brusnahan has practiced in many courts in Ohio.
He has seen what works and what doesn't work. Plus,
having argued cases in our own court, he knows how
it works and what needs most lo be changed. This is
valuable, first-hand experience Brusnahan can bring to
the bench as judge.
: Brusnahan clearly has the experience we need the
most for
our judge. Brusnahan is the clear choice for
judge. 1 <v*
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1985 (AP) Division One All-American Basketball Team (Hon. Mention)
Inductee Youngstown State University Athletic Hall of Fame
19S9 J.D. Cleveland Marshall College of Law
Recipient of Wcston Hurd Advocacy Scholarship
FAMILY BACKGROUND
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Married for 10 years to Dr. Maureen C. Keshock
Father of Nicole, age 9. and Elise, age 7
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tains of the Avon Bush-Cheney campaign last year, we
worked together to bring about the Republican win for our
national leaders in Avon. His word can be relied upon and
he is fair and honest in his dealings with people.
Second, the background Tony brings to this judgeship
is stronger and more encompassing than any of the other
candidates. No other candidate has been a policeman for
12 years. Then during the last few years on the police
force he worked to attain a law degree and pass the Ohio
State Bar. For the past 10 years he has served as Avon
prosecutor in the Avon Lake Municipal Court so he
knows the court and personnel well. At the same time, he
was in private practice handling personal injury, probate
and criminal defense cases.
And third, because of Tony's vision for the court. To
add more efficiency to court actions and reduce paper
work for slaff and the public, Tony was the first candidate to talk about instituting an interactive court
website. To save tax dollars, he wants to maintain the
part-time court.
For further information, please watch Tony's interview on Coastal Connections from April 27-May 3 at 9
a.m., 5 p.m. and 1 a.m. each day. For these reasons, I
ask you to join me in voting for Anthony (Tony)
Manning on May 3 for judge of Avon Lake Municipal
Court. Remember, you need lo ask for the Republican
ballot in this primary election.
Martha W. Wise
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10 THE PRESS, APRIL 20, 2005
Housing grant sought to revitalize
privately owned homes
SHEFFIELD LAKE
By John Edwards
Sheffield Lake has applied once again
for a 3500,000 Community Housing
Improvement Program (CHIP) grant after
being rejected in 2004. The grant, if awarded, would allow the city to help rehabilitato houses and revitalize neighborhoods
with funds- provided under the federal
Comprehensive Housing and Community
Development Act of 1974.
The grant would provide $225,000 for
private owners to rehabilitate eight singlefamily, owner-occupied structures to meet
local code-compliance and rehabilitation
standards. The money would be made
available as zero-interest, partially forgivable loans that need not be repaid until the
homeowners sell their properties.
It would also provide $100,000 for
home repair assistance to 15 homeowners
who need aid to address one or two major
health and safety problems, such as
asbestos or mold removal. These must also
be single-family, owner-occupied structures. Rental units are not eligible. All
improvements would be paid for with
grant money.
In addition, $55,000 would be made
available as down payment assistance for
two potential buyers to buy and rehabilitate homes in Sheffield Lake. This assistance would be made as zero-percent interest rate, partially forgivable loans. Payback
of the loan amount would be deferred until
such time as the home buyers would transfer interest in the purchased property. The
remaining 3120,000 of the grant would
pay for administration and implementa-
tion of the grant nnd to assure that fair
housing standards are met.
Mismanagement of n similar grant in
the early 1990s cost Sheffield Lake ils
chance at a 3500,000 Community Housing
Improvement Program (CHIP) grant in
2004. That's why council hired Lines &
Associates last year to write its application
for ine-grant and administer the program if
and when it is granted. Patricia Lines,
President of Lines & Associates of
Chardon, said she believed the clarity of
the Community Housing Improvement
Strategy (CHIS) formulated by the city's
advisory board (which included Lorain
County housing administrators) would be
enough to overcome the bad impressions
left over from 13 years ago. Lines resubmitted the city's application in 2005 at no
additional fee.
City council, in the course of applying
for a 2005 CHIP grant, again held the two
public hearings and approved legislation
to resubmit the city's application. But this
time, at Linos' request, council also passed
an ordinance establishing an anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan, providing for one-for-one replacement units
and relocation assistance. "This ordinance
requires that the city will replace all occupied and vacant 'occupy-able' dwelling
units demolished or converted to a use
other than as low/moderate income housing as a direct result of activities assisted
with funds" provided by the CHIP grant.
The fact that Lines asked council lo
pass the anti-displacement and relocation
assistance plan in 2005 (and did not ask
for it in 2004) may be an indication that the
city's chances for obtaining the grant are
greater this year than last.
Cleveland Orchestra Youth
Orchestra coming to arts center
AVON LAKE
By Lori E. Switaj
The prestigious Cleveland Orchestra
Youth Orchestra (COYO), an affiliate
program of the Cleveland Orchestra, is
coining the Performing Arts Center May
1, marking a coup for the city, which has
hosted several notable productions at the
center since its opening.
"Tliis is a very prestigious group,"
Avon Lake High School music director
Bill Zurkey said.
The 3 p.m. program will include
pieces by Beethoven, Berlioz and
Stravinky and be conducted by the
renowned James Gaffigan. Youth
Orchestra member Stephanie Yang, 18,
one of the country's top pianists, will
perform as soloist.
Zurkey said COYO, now in its 19th
year, is considering the Performing Arts
Center as a westside "satellite" location
for previews of major concerts planned
for Severance Hall. They group already
has an established eastside location.
"We're hoping for a
good turnout," Zurkey
said. "This group is
incredible and it's an
honor to have them perform here."
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series of nationwide broadcasts of the
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Tickets are priced at $5 each and ticket information will be announced next
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My name is Randy and I am a cancer survivor..
By Randy Geise
Editor's note: The following article is part of a
continuing scries of survivor stories leading up to
ilieJuneS-4 Relay for Life.
Although I have never had to endure radiation treatments, chemotherapy, a bone marrow
transplant, or anything of die kind, I am a cancer
survivor.
I have never lost my hair, nor have I boon sick
From taking cancer-killing drugs. I am a cancer
survivor.
Even though I have never even been dingnosed as having cancer, I still consider myself a
cancer survivor.
I am a cancer survivor because, like so many
others, I have lost someone very near and dear to
my heart to cancer. I believe that makes me a survivor.
Thirteen years ago, my mom valiantly gave
up her fight against cancer and left a large number of survivors behind (including me). Just like
going down with the ship, she left many people
on the lifeboats to continue on with their lives.
I have not had to survive this alone. Sure, my
friends and family helped me through the most
difficult limes during her illness and after her
death. But, it is my mom who I continuously
look to when I am reflecting on how great life is,
or when I am trying to deal with a difficult situation.
Whenever I stand for the national anthem at a
ballgamo, I press niy hand to my heart and look
up to the sky to seo her smiling face. I know that
she helps me survive and flourish everyday.
This, in a way, makes my mother a survivor
as well. Her spirit continues on in the lives of the
many people that she knew and even those she
never met.
My son, Tyler, has her positive outlook and
disposition. My oldest daughter, Mary Grace, has
her name and her spunk. And, little Sydney, has
her looks and gives the same great hugs.
We are all survivors.
i-',' join 'in the celebration'of iha!5lh 'Annual Avon VAvanXake Relay %
'. Life. Relay For Life !s the American Cancer Society's signature lunoVraising event It is uhlque'in that'll is a community'festival that offers entire''
communities an opportunity to coma together to lenm about and raise
'money for thu fight against cancer. '
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!,'.•'•;v Relay For Life is a team event. Teams consist of eight-15 members and
Uic goal of each team member is to raise $100. The Relay lasts 20 hours
from e'p'.m. on Friday to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 3-June 4 at the Avon
Lake High School track. Team members commit to walk at least one hour
duringtiiGT.evtmtand teams commit lo keep at leasl one member^ on the^
track for the duration of the Relay.
Business owners may consider a fully lax-deductible corporate sponsorship: Plcasa contact the American Cancer Society at 324-2211 if you
ore interested in becoming a corporate sponsor. Individuals interested in
joining an'established team or forming one of their own may attend a"
meeting or go online to acsevents.org/rolay/oh/avonlike. Meetings ore
held the first Monday of each month at the Avon Lake High School^Com-*
mons at 7;p m. For more information, call the American Cancer Society.
at 324-2211 if you ore interested in participating on a team or as port of
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Amended sewer ordinance decreases, then increases fees
'SHEFFIELD LAKE •
By John Edwards
•: "City council giveth and city council taketh away" could be the lament
of Sheffield Lake's water and sewer
department. Council first approved a
decrease, then an increase at last
week's council meeting. ,
Council responded to a request for
a fee. hike by granting the asked-for
increase but also corrected a previous
council's omission by adding a sewer
reconnection fee to the ordinance in
question, effectively cutting the
reconnection fee by half while doubling the connection permit fee.
.'•' When Service Director Bill Card-,
her asked council for a.much-needed
and long delayed sewer tap-in permit
fee increase, council agreed to consid-,
or increasing the fee for the first time
since the mid-1980s. They did, and
the tap-in permit fee is now doubled
from $1,000 to S2.000. The permit
still must be obtained through the service director's office. No connections
to the city's sanitary sewer system can
be legally made without first obtaining the permit.
In multi-family dwellings there is
an additional S500 fee for each additional family unit. That fee is
unchanged, though the words "the
second family unit" have been
amended to read "each additional
family unit," to accommodate multifamily dwellings that are larger than
duplexes.
In examining the original ordinance, though, council members
noted that there was no _ established
fee for reconnection of the sewer tapin for houses that are rebuilt, as often
happens after a dwelling has been
destroyed by fire, for example.
In the amended ordinance, council
added this clause: "In the event an
existing structure has been demolished, there shall be a city sewer service reconnect fee of $500 for replacement construction to reconnect to the
capped sewer line."
Previously, since there was no
reconnection fee stated' in the old
ordinance, the sewer department had
charged the original $1,000 connection permit fee for reconnecting
rebuilt houses.
"That's what council wanted,"
Gardner said. "I couldn't say anything
because I was speechless. We had
been charging the full amount but
council thought that was too much
money to reconnect an existing tap-in
connection.
"Now, with this reconnection fee,
there's no longer a reason for people
to buy a new tap. They still must
come in and ask for a reconnection
and pay the $500, but its less money
for the sewer department. The old
ordinance was written before I came
here, so I have no idea why a reconnection fee was left out of the sewer
ordinance. The ' water ordinance
always had a reconnection fee."
Fees for actual connection of sewer
service remain unchanged at $175
plus S75 for each additional unit to be
serviced by the connection. Those
fees, distinct from the permit fees,
cover the cost of labor and hardware.
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ALHS's McDonald steps to the forefront for recovery
AVON LAKE
By Lori E. Switej
Avon Lake High School campus monitor Pal
McDonald knows that addiction lias no boundaries
and lias seen first hand through the Lorain based
Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services
(ADAS) Board how children can be influenced.
"This addiction problem is not just with young
people, it has no boundaries," McDonald said recently.
"I worked with a 12-year-old girl who had been smoking pot for two years when I was given her case. After
meeting the family I understood why. It was available,
acceptable and this was her example."
The Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Services Board oversees nine agencies countywide.
McDonald was appointed to the board last year by
Lorain County Commissioner Betty Blair.
The agency serves those needing help countywide.
"I have helped many students from Avon Lake High
School, whether it be in directing the parents to the
correct agency or just keeping in touch with the
student," she said.
McDonald, who has been the campus monitor for
eight years, has come into contact with these children
through Voices for Children (Lorain County Court
appointed special advocate/guardian ad litem
program).
"I had a family from Avon Lake, the young man was
a sophomore at ALHS who needed a guardian ad litem.
The organization felt since I was from here maybe'he
would be more comfortable since he knew me."
For McDonald, you couldn't put a price on the
volunteer work she's completed with the board and
Voices for Children.
"If I have had influence over one student all this
time is well worth it," she said. "Sometimes you never
know for years down the road. I have seen lives ruined
and families broken because of an addiction. I am very
blessed to have never been in the system and need
these services."
Pat McDonald
McDonald is also well aware of the harmful trends
children are involved in.
"It appears tobacco use has decreased among young
people, although chew is very popular among males,"
she said.
However, according to the U.S. Department of
Health, drug abuse has soared in the past few years
including marijuana use in teens has increased 141
percent. The department's most recent statistics indicate cocaine use has risen 160 percent and more than
one in four high school seniors use an illicit drug once
a month.
The statistics aren't new to McDonald, whose been
leading the fight against destructive habits for year. An
eight-year campus monitor, she has provided a voice to
combat bad habits in various capacities at the high
school including coordinating programs such as Students Against Destruct Decisions (SADD).
In 1999 she introduced the concept of a smoke
free campus. In 2000 it was the school and city's
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"Pat's very involved in security and safety of students," then Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dan Ross
said last year. "She's boon involved in numerous
health pieces and programs including anti-smoking,
SADD activities and teaching students to buckle up."
McDonald recently talked to current superintendent Bob Scott and is hoping to get local students
involved in the event,
Her latest project is the inaugural Voices for
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National Recovery Month.
The race will benefit Voices for Recovery, which
assists fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, friends, coworkers and employers with the primary goal
towards recovery.
The event, which will start at the Days Dam Pavilion in the Lorain County Metroparks is now offering
several sponsorship opportunities and is welcoming
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Lottery commissioinfflswers frequently asked school funding questions
School levies are on tlio May 3 Primary
Election ballot in each of [ho districts in
The PRESS' coverage area.
During the past few weeks, we've written numerous articles on school funding.
It's no secret that the state funding formula is a mess.
The most frequently asked question of
superintendents and other school officials
is "What about the lottery money." The
Lottery Commission has compiled a list of
questions and answers that should shed
some light on the subject.
1, Why do school districts ask voters
for more money when the Lottery
provides the schools with so much
revenue? •
The money provided for schools by
the lottery is actually a very small
amount of the total education budget.
The Department of Education reports
that in fiscal year 2004 the total
statewide operating costs for public K12 education was about $15.6 billion.
Of this statewide amount 47percent
(about $7.3 billion) comes from local
revenue sources. Another 42 percent
,(ab6ut $6.5 billion) comes from nonlottery state sources. About 7 percent
comes from federal sources (about
$1 1 billion). The last piece-about 4
percent ($606 million*) comes from
the .lottery.
-The reason districts ask voters for
more money is to address the growing
costs of educating
children. As costs
grow, the : district requires more
resources. 'The amount of funds from
the lottery is not growing significantly,
and hence cannot support the growing
needs of districts. '.• . .
* i Total lottery profits in FY2004 were
$648 million. Some of these funds were-.
used to support school construction
projects and not school operating
expenses.
2, How much money do the schools
„ receive front the Lottery?
In each of the indicated years, the Ohio
Lottery has'transferred"the following
amounts of profits to support education (in
'millions): •
.
1975 $ 37m 1 1905 $339 m
1976 $ 48m 1986$ 370m
1877 $ 59m 1987 $376m
1978 $ 40m 1 988$ 507m
1979 $ 21m 1989$ 556m
1980 $ 38m 1990$ 644m
Yes. Initially wliun the voters approved
tion. Lottery funds are included proporamending the Slato Constitution in 1973 to
tionally for all districts in certain compoallow a stole lottery the net proceeds wcro nents of those state funding computations.
1997 $749m
not designated fora specific use. In 1087
However, the monthly state payments
1998 $724m
the voters approved another amendment
made to schools do not separately identify
1999 $696m
to the State Constitution that specified that
lottery money and non-lottery money.
net lottery proceeds could only be used for
2000 $6B6m
primary, secondary, special and vocational
9. Do the proceeds from the Mega
1981 $110 nv -1991 $584 m' 2001$ 637m:
education programs.
Millions game go to schools? •
1982 $144m 1992$ 648m 2002 $635m
5.
Is
Lottery
money
used
for
any
other
Yes.
The Lottery pays the expenses of
1983$ U5m '1993$658m'< 2003 $641nr
program besides education?
the game to [he Mega Millions organiza1984 $250m 1994$ 652m 2004 $ 6 4 8 m
• tion, but keeps all proceeds in the state.
No.
MegaMillions proceeds are added to all
G. What do school districts do with the
This table illustrates how the profits
other Lottery revenues, and then those
Lottery money?
from the lottery peaked in 1997. Since that
funds are distributed.
time, Hie amount of funds from the lottery
Lottery funds are part of the general
has bean declining or flat. Again, the lot- state support for schools and conse10. Is Lottery money additional money
tery is not a growing source of revenues for quently can be used for any legally
for the schools?
schools districts, and so cannot contribute authorized operating expense of the
Money to operate'schools comes from
to offsetting growing costs (inflation).
school district. This can include teacher
and staff salaries and benefits, utility many different revenue sources-income
taxes (state and district), sales taxes (state),
3. As a percentage, how much of each costs, transportation, etc.
property taxes (district), lottery proceeds
district's budget is funded by Lottery
7. How are Lottery net proceeds .
(state), etc. If the lottery money didn't
money?
determined?
exist, it would mean that other revenues
Every dislrict is different. State fundNet proceeds (profits) from the lottery would have to be increased to make up the
ing for schools is designed to be a part- are the amount of total sales that remains loss. That said, since payments to districts
nership between local districts and the after paying prizes and operating expenses do not separately identify lottery money'
state. Districts that have high property
and non-lottery money districts do not use
(including retailer commissions and
values are able to generate more local bonuses).
lottery proceeds any differently than other
dollars and so the percentage conIn fiscal year 2004 sales of lottery tick- state support. That is, these dollars suptributed by the state is small. Districts ets generated $2.15 billion. These port the overall operational expenses of
that have low property values generate revenues were utilized as follows:
the district.
less local dollars and so the percentage
contributed by the stale is larger.
Prizes
S 1.28 billion(59.2 percent)
11. Does the Lottery funding fluctuate
The web page at http://www.ode.
from year to year or is it a set
state.oh.us/school_fmance/data/2004/
amount? '
__Relailers
_$
132.8
million
(6.2
percent)
/foundation/F2004_Lottery Report.asp
Lottery funding fluctuates from year .
leads to information about each school disProfits
to year (see Question #2 above). When a
trict and what percentage of the money
$6461 million (301 percent)
for Education
slate budget is developed, tho amount of
they receive from the state in Fiscal Year
2004 is attributable to lottery funds. The
8. Who determines how much each net lottery proceeds is estimated. However, actual net proceeds can be
figures range from 3.G percent to 15 perschool district receives?
different from estimated amounts. The
cent of STATE support for each district.
The stale school funding formula deter- actual amount of net proceeds is depen-.
On a statewide basis, the lottery pro-.
dent on the actual sales of lottery tickets
vides about S308 per student. Considering mines how much money each school
district receives from state funds. This for- during the year. Sales of lottery tickets
that tho average cost of educating a child
in Ohio is in excess of 58,000, this amount mula is established in law by the Ohio can vary depending on the state of the
pays for about seven days of school. Legislature, and the computations are economy, the size of jackpots, and comRemember, however, that the precise fig- made by the Ohio Department of Educa- petition from other types of gambling.
ures for each district will be different.
1995 $ 656m
1996 $ 7 2 7 m
4.'Are all the profits from the Lottery
used for funding education?
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Long-time elementary school librarian is force behind Community Days
SHEFFIELD LAKE
By John Edwards
Long-timo Sheffield Lake resident JoAnn McFnll
is well-known around town. She's particularly wellknown to kids who grew up attending ShefficldShoffictd Lake (S-SL) Schools, as their grade-school
librarian. To people who love the city's annual midJuly Community Days festival, McFall is known as
(he jovial redhead who sold the funny caps and
liccnso plates for years at one of the charity booths.
And to people involved in service and charitable
club's, McFall is the secretary of Community Civic
Council (CCC).
For many of those who know her, it's hard to
believe McFall has not lived in Sheffield Lake all her
life. She was born in Marion, Ohio, moved to Buffalo, N.Y. and then back to Ohio, living in
Youngstown. That's where she mot her husband,
Paul. The couple moved to Sheffield Lake in I960,
when Paul took a job as a stationary engineer at what
was then the Cleveland Electric Illuminating Co.'s
Avon Lake power plant. Daughter Patty (Washburn)
was born that year, and son Jim was born in 1972.
Both JoAnn and Paul McFall got involved in CCC
through Community Days because, as she said, "Paul
just loved carnivals." He held several CCC offices
over the years and was Community Days chairman
from the time CCC took over the festival from the dis- Forestlawn librarian JoAnn McFall is the secretary of the
banded Jaycees. The McFalls continued to head the Community Civic Council.
festival through the 1980s and early 90s.
"This year's Community Days theme is "Extreme three or four years, though I was still CCC secretary.
Make Over," to celebrate the coining'changes to But now Jim is CCC's first vice president, so he|s
Shoreway Shopping Center," McFall said. "Commu- chairman of Community Days. So I'm back in it
nity Days has been good to me though in the begin- again. I'll basically be taking most of the phone calls
ning H was an overwhelming amount of work, when and doing tho paperwork. I'm just glad to be here. I
Haul and I used to have to wire the whole parking lot had a kidney removed last year, which slowed me
for the carnival. Paul and I went on the road with the down. After the surgery I was so happy I bought a
carnival for five summers after Paul contracted can- new car I couldn't afford, a Mazda RX-0.1 have to be
cer, because he liked it so much. He was our 'draw;' careful of my lead foot. Paul loved cars, and it's his
he'd stand out front and paint stuff like Wile E. Coy- retirement paying for it. I think he'd approve."
McFall has been an S-SL elementary school
ote on license plates. He liked to talk, too, so we had
a code, 'remember you have to make one for your librarian for over 20 years. She got involved in the
brother,' to let him know he was talking too much.
schools as a PTO member first, when Patty and Jim
"After Paul passed away in '94 I tried to get away were little. She worked as a substitute teacher when
from Community Days; it made me too sad," McFall Jim was old enough to go to school, then became the
said. "I didn't think I'd get through that year. I left librarian at Sheffield Middle School. She then
CCC meetings in tears. I pretty much stayed away for moved on to the elementary libraries, first at Barr
M E E T
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School, then at Tennyson. Beginning last year, she's
the librarian at both Tennyson and Forestlawn Elomcnlaries, alternately spending mornings at one,
afternoons at the other.
"My mom taught at Forestlawn many years ago,"
McFall said. "So it's kind of neat that 1 ended up in
the Forestlawn library. I starled out wanting to be a
teacher, but now I'm glad I became a librarian. I had
the degree, had done everything but the student
teaching, and in those days they couldn't count my
substitute leaching as student teaching.
"I would have hnd to go back to college, and I had
liltle kids," McFall said. "I couldn't take the time,
my family had to come first. Now, the last six or
seven years, I'm seeing the children of kids I had
years ago. It's funny, because some of them look
exactly like their moms or dads. I have to think twice
about names. I'll usually call the kids Mr. or Miss soand-so,to avoid calling'them by their parents' first
names."
McFall still enjoys the library and the kids, but
deplores the financial straits into which the school
system has fallen.
"I especially enjoy the little kids," McFall said. "I
like to smile and you can smile a lot more around little kids. At first, 1 was able to buy so many books for
the kids. Now the only books I can buy are what we
raise funds for, like our Osee the principal kiss a pig'
fund-raiser at Tennyson. I'd just like to remind kids
I had 20 years ago that their own kids still need stuff
like new books. It just steams me to see levy after
levy go down. It seems they think nobody paid for
their own education."
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By Julie A. Short
On April 16 voters gathered inside Avon City Council
Chambers to hear from candidates vying to become the
next Avon Lake Municipal Court judge. Two Democrats
and five Republicans are seeking their respective parties'
nomination in the May 3 Primary.
Avon Historical Society President Taylor "Jack" Smith
served as moderator of the panel discussion hosted by
Avon City Council. Each candidate opened with three
minutes to share his experience with the audience and
explain why he is the best candidate for the job.
- "I've been preparing for the job as judge my entire
life," Republican James Barilla said. "I have more judicial
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"I have the experience and commitment," Democrat
Kreig Brusnahan said. The Avon Lake attorney would like
to institute a night court, computerized court dockets and
more online options if elected.
Republican John Keshock feels his business experience as owner the Avon Goddard School will prove valuable in the judge position. He would like to make changes
within the (court) budget.
"I'm the oldest candidate and I'm not sure if this is
good thing," Republican David Long said. He also pointed out that he has sat in for current judge, John Mackin,
on numerous occasions.
Democrat Patrick Mackin explained that a judge
should protect Uie community and the constitution.
"A judge has to be independent," he said. "That is why
I'm not a member of any groups. I don't want to be in anyone's back pocket."
Republican Anthony Manning, a former police officer,
believes his experience at the scene ofa crime or accident
will be an asset to the judge position.
A brief audience question and answer period followed
with the first question addressing the significance of parly
affiliations, which are used during a primary election.
"Each of us had the option to run in the primary, or
wait until the general election," Bilancini said. "The reason for me is because I want to win."
Manning said he is proud to run as a Republican and
hopes his winning streak as a campaign volunteer for
President Bush will continue.'
Avon Council President Larry Hookstra asked the candidates how they feel about the Mayor's Court, which is
still used in Avon and Sheffield;
" * "They take care of matters that are not going to be disputed," Keshock said. "It also lessens the municipal court
"docket."
Long believes the Mayor's Court days are numbered,
but agreed that it does bring revenue into the city by way
of fines.
Avon resident Matt Smith asked the candidates if they
thought a background in law enforcement made them a
better candidate.
Candidates from left, John Keshock, David Long and
Patrick Mackin at Candidates Night in Avon.
"It's certainly going to help," Manning, said. "I got to
see how people were victimized. Other candidates don't
see what is happening on the street. It's a balance of my
experience," Manning served as police officer in North
Olmsted for 12 years.
Barilla studied criminal justice and hoped to one day
become an Avon Lake police officer, but a birth defect prevented him from fulfilling his dream.
Keshock questioned whether having a law enforcement background might make a judge lean toward what a
police officer is saying, rather than hearing the entire case
during a trial.
Barilla was forced to defend his position on hard labor
practices for repeat offenders after a question was asked
on the subject.
"I'm offended that criminals watch TV and play cards
all day," Barilla said. "It's time criminals pay their debt to
society. Drugs and alcohol are significant problems in this
community. I'm aghast that the rest of this group has laken
a liberal approach.
The rest of the candidates were not in favor of the term
"hard labor" and would rather seo more community service programs be instituted.
"There's no way taxpayers can afford the cost ofhav•ing guards on duty, pay for lunches and possibly port-apotlies for criminals who are out working," Long said.
Avon Mayor Jim Smith asked the final question of the
evening, after first giving kudos to Judge Mackin for having served effectively as judge for 18 years.
"What do you see as a change that should take place,
if any, in the courts?" Smith asked. "Our communities are
changing. What is another way to service this community
to help streamline the position? What would you implement to serve our changing population?"
"The court is run fantastically," Manning said. "What
we don't have though is technology. I want to provide online services so people can pay minor violations on line.
There would be a convenience fee of $5. Also I want to
provide online services so people can check their court
information."
Barilla would like to see cameras in die courtroom so
that the public can see how prosecutors and law enforcement officials are doing their jobs. He reiterated his position on hard labor for repeat offenders and would like to
see more programs in place that would make the commu-
"The people in Avon aren't totally aware there is a
court in Avon Lake that serves them," Bilancini said. "I
want to better educate them. I'm also in favor of extended
hours at the court or an effort to try a night court. We have
a part-time court currently with only two days in session."
The attorney would also like to see mock trials to better educate students on the process.
Brusnahan is in favor of instituting a night court, one
day a month for two hours.
"We need to better serve our community," ho said. "It's
difficult for some people to take time off from their jobs to
come to court. It wouldn't be an increased expense.
Judges and bailiffs' salaries are already sot. I'm also for
computerizing the court docket."
Keshock noted that a fund has already been established to update the court's computers and is leery about
online payments and the potential for hackers.
On the subject of night court, Keschock feels that if the
court is run effectively from the beginning, there is not a
need for night court.
Long would not make any "sweeping changes" at first,
if elected, but he would like to sec electronic filing implemented.
"Rocky River has been doing it for years," he said.
"You will see a time when we'll have electronic filing. I
also have concerns regarding courtroom security. It robs
the police department. I'm for using off duly police officers and not taking police off the street."
Mackin hopes to live up to tho high standards set by
his father, the current judge.
"Night court is too expensive," he said. "It's a foolish
idea and I oppose it."
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Part III: Home and garden-Tips for keeping your yard looking great
By Melissa Linebrink
Editor's note: Spring is in ilia air
and the North Ridgeville Press is
bringing you information during the
month of April on ways to spruce up
your yard. The first week's installment gave a brief history on some of
the greenhouses
and
landscaping
companies in the
area. Last week's
story allowed readers to look back in
time to see what
used to be popular
in terms of planting
and landscaping as
well as seeing what
is popular today.
Today's story will
focus on gardening,
planting and landscaping tips. The
fourth article will tell the story of
local garden clubs in the area.
As the temperatures start to climb
toward trie end of April, many people
are looking forward to heading outdoors to tend their yards. However,
before going to your local greenhouse
or store to buy flowers, trees, shrubs
and mulch, there
are a few items that
consumers should
be aware of before
handing over big
bucks to make their
yards look spectacular.
According
to
Jerry Hansen, coowner of Bulk-NBushcl on Center
Ridge Road in
North Ridgeville, U
is important for
people to turn the
hardwood mulch into the soil before
adding a new layer of mulch in the
spring. Additionally, for those who
prefer recycled, dyed mulch, it is key
to rake off the old mulch before
adding new.
Hansen suggested people add a
pre-emergent to the soil or mulch
before adding new mulch to the designated landscaped areas.
"A pre-emergent will stop the germinating process of the seeds that
lead to grass or
weeds," Hansen
said. "However,
the pro-emergent
will not stop the
grass • or seeds
that arc already
present."
Hansen said it
is critical that
consumers follow
the directions on
the prc-einergent
before applying it
to the soil and/or
mulch.
Another tip to
keeping mulch
looking
fresh
longer
is
lo
remove the grass
underneath
it.
Then a consumer should apply the
pro-emergent and this will prevent
grass and weeds from - growing
through the mulch. Hansen said he
knows people lend to put down n
"weed mat" prior to mulching, but
sometimes not all the grass or weeds
are covered and then sprout through
the mulch.
Hansen said the following steps
should be taken if a consumer wishes
to have raised flowerbeds:
1. Remove grass
2. Lay soil, plant/compost
3. Apply a preemergent
4. Add mulch
Hansen said he
is aware that during the spring and
summer
fungus
that resembles a
mushroom
may
grow on top of
mulch.
"This is duo to
moisture and it is
not harmful to the
plants," he said. "It happens more
often with hardwood mulch."
To rid the mulch of fungus, Hansen
said to turn it over and let it stand.
The last tip Hansen gave to preserve mulch is to spread it in May.
Laying it down now is too early and it
will lose its color and fade earlier.
And while it may be too early to
spread mulch, it is
not too early to rejuvenate your outdoor
pond, Brian McKeown, owner of The
Rock Pile on Lear
Naglo Road in Avon,
said.
McKeown said if
a pond contains fish,
the owner should be
careful not to feed
them
when
the
water is too cold.
"Fish
should
never be fed when the water is below
40 degrees, and it is better to wait
until the pond is at least 50 degrees to
begin feeding," McKeown said. "It is
also best to choose a food designed for
spring feeding."
Ho said spring is also a great time
to aerate lawns. By using a core or slit
aerator, the soil structure will
improve and will bring essential bacteria to the surface.
"After aeration, it is best to apply
one-fourth inch of top dressing over
the entire lawn,"
McKeown said,
adding The Rock
Pile carries top
dressing
that
includes concrete
sand and leaf
humus.
Spring is nlso
the premium time
to apply an organic fertilizer and
resoed bare spots,
McKeown added.
One vital gardening tip McKeown gave was
consumers should
resist the temptation to start working in the garden
too early in the
spring.
"Tender a n n u a l s should not be
planted until after the last average
frost date, which is May 15 for this
area," McKeown said. "A good way to
test if the soil is too wet is by picking
Pinehaven Greenhouses in Avon has a variety of hanging (lower-baskets and other flowers to add color to any yard.
up a small clump of soil and squeezing it to form a ball. If this ball cannot
be broken by a finger's touch, the soil
is too wet to work. Working the soil
too early can damage the soil's structure."
Severely Holt, nursery manager for
Pinehaven Greenhouses Inc. in Avon,
said waiting until the end of May is
best when it comes to planting items
such as annuals, petunias and impatients. The only flowers that can withstand the pro-spring weather are
tulips, pansies and daffodils. However,' now is a great time to buy and
plant shrubs and trees because they
are either dormant or just starting to
bloom and will make a nice addition
to any yard.
"We have been very busy the past
days," Holt said. "People are just
coming in to look around and get
ideas."
A diagram of a properly staked tree.
Lorain County Household Hazardous Waste
COLLECTION DAY
Saturday, April 23, 2005
9AM-2:OOPM
Keep hazardous materials
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15181 State Route 58, Oberlin
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Corrosives
Acids and Gumics
Bleach
P-iiiu
Turpentine
Paint Thinner
Car Batteries
12 Volt Batteries
Flammables
Adliesives
Lighter Fluid
Used Motor Oil
Pool Chemicals
Household Batteries
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Propane Cylinders :
Household Cleaners
Fertilizers
.
Tires
Trash
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Pool Chlorine
Toxics
Rjt Pomin
Roofing Tir
Mediations
Ammunition
Biomcdical Waste
Reactive Materials
Cyanide Poisons
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Driveway Scjlcr
Business waste
Mercury
Fl-ires
Weed Killers
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Explosives
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FOOD SUPPLY, from page
of the now rules. Sonic arc too embarrassed to seek
help or think "emergency food" means they must
have experienced some dire physical emergency to
qualify.
That's not true. The "emergency" is their need for
food to supplement what they can huy on fixed retirement incomes, pensions or unemployment compensation. In the case of those whoso unemployment compensation lias run its course, they have little or no
income, even though they arc no longer counted in
government-announced unemployment statistics.
According to Hanks, based on the large increases in
requests for CCC's holiday food baskets the past two
years, more people than ever need help. The combina-.
tion of a stagnating national economy, the loss of local
jobs due to relocation of companies, outsourcing of
jobs, price increases for fuel, utilities and food has
been devastating.
"A lot of people are really hurting in our area
now," Hanks said. "Our Meals On Wheels program
is in good shape. They get food from Western
Reserve Office on Aging, money from the four cities
and AMVETS Post 5555 gives monthly donations.
But emergency food, no, we need help. Last month
the old red brick fire station on Lake Road at Sunset, which LGOA-NE and CCC use to store emergency food was practically empty. Curves' March
food drive bailed us out. The ladies at Curves wore
super. They had a promotion and their clients
brought 1,600 pounds and they split it between us
and Genesis House. But that fire station is empty
again. The AMVETS started donating for emergency
food but they made out their first couple of checks
to Meals On Wheels, and we had to ask them to
APPLEBEE'S, from page 1
opening a store in Avon, he said. "The retail is different-in Avon Commons. We think the two can be
completely different."
The Avon location will be the company's largest eatery
featuring 198 seats. There will not be a patio.
The company's slogan, "Eat'in good in the neighborhood," stretches beyond just the dining experience.
Applebee's is very involved in the neighborhood, Eulberg said. The hallmark for the Applebee's chain in
Northeast Ohio is its commitment to the Big Brother,
Big Sister organization. The company raises more than
$50,000, each year, for the cause. . .
"Every store has its own local charity that it supports," Eulberg said. "We also do a lot of 'dining to
donate' programs. We are very tuned into the fabric of
the neighborhood Applebee's are in. A lot of good ideas
come from our staffs."
make out the checks to "emergency food," Anyone
who wants to make a cash donation should make,
out their check to "emergency food." Mariann Bjelica, owner of Curves For Women, 5272 Detroit
Road, Sheffield Village, said the national Curves
chain holds a food drive every March. Last year
Curves' national chain contributed eight million
pounds of food to food banks nationwide.
"It's something we do annually, to let our clients
and community know iluit wo are part of the community, and to emphasi/.e that the need exists,"
Bjelica said. "We want to help."
"We asked alt our clients to bring in food whenover they came in to work out," Curves manager
Tracey Kirchncr said. "We had a promotional tie-in
for new clients, where we waived our service fee for
one week if they brought food. Our clients are so
fantastic. Every time they came in we were measuring and weighing food so they'd know how much
was contributed. It almost became like a competition for them."
In the meantime, Hanks is seeking more organizations to hold food drives, contacting Boy and Girl
(L-R) Volunteer Jim Slraehle, Curves manager Tracey
Scout troops, the Sheffield-Sheffield Lake Youth
Kirchner, Joyce Hanks and volunteer Stephanie Uptmor
Baseball and Soccer Associations, as well as local
churches, among others. She asked that anyone who pause after loading Straehle's truck with donated food.
can organize a drive, contribute unused non-perishable food items they have around the house or contribute cash for emergency food call her at 949-7069
or LCOA-NE at 949-B14G.
"There are a lot of families with young kids out
there who are having a very rough time of it now,"
Hanks said. "Of course, we always need volunteer
Meals On Wheels drivers, but what we need desperately now is someone with a truck who can go to
Second Harvest and make food pickups when we
need them."
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Avon Lake
Municipal Court Judge,
Eulberg hopes to receive approval planning tins
evening and have permits on file with the city by the end
of May. Groundbreaking would take place in the first part
of June with restaurant completion by mid-September.
"We are really looking forward to opening, especially
right before the start of the holiday shopping season," Eulberg said.
In addition to the wide-range of menu options,
including burgers, salads, sandwiches and steaks,
Applebee's is also widely known for its Weight
Watchers promotion featuring menu items numbered with the famous Weight Watchers point system for diners participating in the program. The
curbside-to-go program will also be part of the Commons location providing quality and convenience to
diners.
The space next to Kohl's was originally reported to
house a Damon's restaurant, but the chain backed out due
to company restructuring. There is room for one more
restaurant next to National City Bank in the Commons.
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Elyria Catholic Honor Roll
AVON
Science Week
Avon Heritage North Elementary
School students will participate in
Science Week this week (April
18 -22). Activities include door decorating contests, science trivia and prizes, as
well as science-related trinkets. The
CosmoOdyssey, a portable planetarium,
will be available for teachers to take their
students. Families are invited to Science Night on April 21 from 6:30-8:30
p.m. Parents and students will have a
chance to explore over 30 exhibits
relating to various areas of science.
The following Avon residents wore
named to the Honor Roll at Elyria
Catholic High School: Andrew Cir,
Brian Carlson, Doug Janosik, Stephanie
Rccko, Christopher Recko, Rislii
Sharma, Amy Grisa, Amanda-Hanson,
Monica Harris, Rebecca Uskay,
Nicholas Nolan, Ashley Novak,
Christopher Novak, Alec Pack, Summer
Restivo, Megan Scarniac, Lillian
Traxler.
LCCC
Financial aid, student loan help
Students can get help filing financial
What's for Lunch?
Avon High School, Middle,
Heritage, East and Village
Thur: AM & AHS: Choice of pizza, wrap, hot
dog, chicken tenders, salad, chili.
: AEHV: French toast, sausage, hash
brown, orange juice, yogurt, milk.
Fti: AM & AHS: Choice of pizza, chicken
salad, grilled chicken, toasted cheese,
chicken sandwich, salads, soup;
"
.AEHV: Turkey and gravy, mashed
potatoes, cranberry juice, milk
Won: AM & AHS: Choice of pizza, egg salad,
; chicken fajita, salads.
. AEHV: Italian sub, chips, apple, rice
krispie treat milk.
Tue: AM & AHS: Choice of breadsticks,
aid forms and applying for student
loans at Lorain County Community College at the upcoming LCCC "Financial
Aid Fairs. The fairs will bo held over
four days: on April 25 from 2-6 p.m.; on
April 26 from 2-G p.m.; on April 27 from
10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and on April 28 from 10
a.m.-2 p.m. All sessions will be held in
LCCC's College Center Mall. LCCC's priority filing date for financial aid forms
to be turned in is June 1. Financial aid
professionals will be present to answer
financial aid questions and help students complete the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Computers and on-line access will be available
to assist with completing FAFSA on the
For the week of April 21-27, 2005
tuna salad, pasta bar, double cheese-.
burger, chicken tenders, salads.
AEHV: Oven-fried chicken, mashed
potatoes, grapes, roll, milk
Vfed: AM & AHS: Choice of pizza, BLT,
breakfast, hot dogs, salads.
AEHV: Taco boat pizza, green beans,
pineapple, milk
Avon Lake High School
Cook's choice in April
Avon Lake Grades 1-8
Thur: Chicken patty sandwich, fries
. w/cheese dip, milk
Fri: Macaroni and cheese, carrot sticks,
apple, milk
Mon; Cup of soup, mini corn dog, mozzarella
sticks, fruit milk
Tue: Hamburger, fries, banana, milk
Wed: Pizza, salad, fruit, milk,
Sheffield & Sheffield Lake
City Schools
Thur: Beef and gravy, whipped potatoes,
bread and butter, applesauce, milk
Fri: Hot dog, vegetable soup, granola bar,
milk .
Mon: Taco, corn, mixed fruit milk
Tue: Chili, corn chips, cole slaw, apple, milk
Wed: Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup,
pineapple, milk
Internet and the on-line Stafford loan
application process.
Participants should bring W2 forms,
completed 2004 Federal Income Tax
Return (1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ) and
non-taxable Income information.
Students and parents can obtain a
Personal Identification Number (PIN)
for electronic filing before the fairs by
going online to www.pin.ed.gov. For
more information, or to make a
reservation, call (BOO) ..095-5222
(extension . 4505)
or
365-4505.
Refreshments will be served.
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SHEFFIELD LAKE
Elyria Catholic Honor Roll
The following Sheffield Lake
residents were named to the Honor Roll
at Elyria Catholic High School: Kathleen
Kirkpatrick, Lauren Hartley, Stevena
Marshall, Dane Szente, Jennifer
Weishner, Shane Fuderer, Lindsay
Graham, Kyle Shepard.
The following Sheffield Village
residents were named to the Honor Roll
at Elyria Catholic High School: Lauren
Kirkhart, Amanda Linna, Samantha
D'Amico, Angelia Mendak, Jennifer
Ryavec, Sarah Kovacs, Jessica Granning.
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LIBRARY NEWS
AVON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Mom's morning off
37485 Harvest Dr., Avon • 934-4743
Join the DiscoveryWorks slaff on April 20 at 9 a.m.
as they demonstrate some kilchen science. Coffee and
light refreshments will be provided. Registration will
begin April 21. Call 933-8128 exl. 232 to make a
reservation.
Toddler time
Twenty-four through 36 month olds can come to
toddler time on April 21 and 28 at 10:30 a m Preregister by calling the library.
Afternoon book discussion
Join the afternoon adult book discussion group
when it meets April 26 at 2:30 p.m. at the library to
discuss "Rainbow's End." Copies of the book are
available at the library. For more information, call
934-4743
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Book discussion
The upcoming book discussion group will review
Donna Cross's latest novel "Pope loan," a tale of
strength, love, violence and long buried secrets.
The group will discuss "The Mapmakers Wife,"
by Robert Whitaker on April 26 at 7:30 p.m. On May
11 at 1:30 p.m. the group will discuss "Bel Canto,"
by Ann Patchett,
Blood drive
The American Red Cross will conduct their
bimonthly blood drive at the library on May 2 from
2-7 p.m. Donations may be taken every 56 days if you
arc at least 17, weigli at least 110 pounds and are in
good health. For more information, call (800)
448-35-13.
Friends
Friends of the Avon Lake Puhlic Library is a nonprofit, volunteer organization which provides funds to
enhance the library in many ways, especially through
programs and acquisitions. Volunteers are needed, so
help support the library and become a Friend today.
Membership applications are available at the
circulation desk.
Miniature art in Gallery
Fine miniature art is'on display at the Avon Lake
Public Library's Gallery now through May 3. See an
exhibition of miniature paintings by resident Phillis
Elliot who has had her works displayed at the
Smithsonian Institute.
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Make and take craft
Children through sixth-grade may stop at the
library to make a Mother's Day card May 2-7 during
regular library hours.
Yarn group
Teons and adults are invited to join the yarn group
when it meets May 9 at 6 p.m. at the library. Bring your
latest project and join other knitters and crochelers to
share ideas and help each other. Beginners are
welcome.
Library Board to meet
The Library Board of Trustees will meet April 21 at
5 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.
Teen Advisory Board
4:30
The Teen Advisory Board will meet April 21 at
p.m.
Adult book discussion
The adult book discussion will meet April 25 at
7 p.m.
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Giannonis
celebrate 50
years
Jack and Marion Giannoni
celebrated 50 years of
marriage on April 1C. The
couple, originally from
Racine, went back to
Wisconsin for a family
celebration. The Giannonis
came to the Cleveland area
soon after their marriage and
moved to Avon Lake in 1959.
They are the parents of Anne
Huber and the late Steve
Giannoni and the grandparents of Nicholas and Chelsea
Huber.
Jack and Marion Giannoni
Volunteers^needed for Pride Day
> ,> Continuingwithtboannualtraditionofcleanangandspnicingup
property within the city, Avon. Lake will again participate in Pnde
Day 2005, the countyvnde celebration t
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^ Avon Lako Councilman Martin O'Donnell said the city is encouraging-volunteer activities including parks, schools, church and
E business cleanup as wall as roadways and trails Volunteers can also
assist community members who may need help with outdoor maintenance and help paint weed or recycle. Special environmental
projects are encouraged. Last year over 100 volunteers participated m
over two dozen projects
The City of Avon Lake will provide trash bags for Pnde Day Call
Amy or Barbara at 930-4121 for more information about Pnde Day
or to receive a volunteer registration Form
Scarvelli, Port
Port, Scarvelli to wed
Craig and Nancy Port, of Avon Lake,
announce the engagement of their daughter
Sara Hannah Port, to Rory Patrick Scarvelli,
son of Nicholas and Bcrnadette Scarvelli, of
Avon Lake.
The prospective bride is a 2000 graduate of
Avon Lake High School. She graduated from
Baldwin-Wallace College in 2004 with a bachelor of science degree in education. She is
employed as a first-grade teacher at Bay
Village Schools.
The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate
of Avon Lake High School. He will graduate
from Bowling Green State University this May
with a bachelor of science degree in 7-12 language arts.
The couple plans a July 2 wedding at
Providence Church in Avon. Pastor Robert
Port, uncle of the bride, will perform the ceremony.
A honeymoon to Mexico is planned.
Gentile, Moore
Moore, Gentile to wed
Marjorie A. Moore, of Lowellville,. Ohio,
and the late James G.O. Moore, announce the
engagement of their daughter, Justine M.
Moore, to Mark Gentile, son of Anthony and
Sandra Gentile, of Avon Lake.
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The prospective bride is a 1991 graduate of
Lowellville High School. She graduated from
the Ohio School of Dental Technology in 1993.
She is employed by Household Finance as
branch sales manager.
The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate
of Avon Lake High School. He graduated from
John Carroll University in 1999 with a degree
in business management. He is employed by
Beneficial Finance as branch sales manager. •
The couple plans a July 9 wedding at Holy
Trinity Church in Struthers.
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AVON
APPC Relay for Life
The Avon Preschool Parents Club
Relay for Life teams for the American
Cancer Society will hold a fund-raising
event at IHOP at the Avon Commons on
April 21, Request a flyer from your server
at IHOP from G-9 p.m. The teams will
receive 10 percent of the sales. Call Nikki
Brooker at 037-7795 for more information.
Craft fair and bake sale
Spring Fling, a craft fair and bake
sale, will be held April 22 from id a.m.5 p.m. at Good Samaritan Skilled
Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility,
32900 Detroit Road.
Avon Democratic Club
The Avon Democratic Club will meet at
7 p.m. on April 27 at the Avon Public
Library on Harvest Drive. The Democratic
candidates for Avon Lake Municipal Court
Judge have been invited. Other agenda
items include proposed bylaws '(which
will be distributed for consideration and
adoption at a future meeting), process to
elect officers (at a future meeting), fundraising events for the Avon Democratic
Club and other' issues that those in
attendance would like to consider.
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Billed as an evening of song and
snacks_with some really nice guys, The
Golden Crescent Chorus is sponsoring a
special guest night May 2 at 7 p.m. at
Tom's Country Place, 3442 Stoney Ridge
Road.
The event is being staged to introduce
men of the area to the style of barbershop
music. Guests will have an opportunity to
sing along with the chorus, learn a "tag" or
On April 23 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and
April 24 from noon-5 p.m., the French
Creek Association will host Avon's Spring
Celebration. The event will be held along
SR 254 and SR Gil south of 1-90. There
will be quilt demonstrations, gift certificate bingo and the grand opening of the
hew Avon Senior Center. For more information, visit www.frenchcreekdislrict.org.
AHS class of 1985 reunion
Chinese raffle
Avon High School class of 1985 is planning its 2Qlh class reunion. Call Karlono at
9G7-1202 with your information.
The Irish Heritage Center will host a
Chinese rafflo April 24. Doors open at
1 p.m. Lunch will be served at 2 p.m.
Tickets are S7.50 for adults and S5 for children. For tickets, call Maggie at 034-2025.
For a Chinese raffle, participants purchase
a sheet of tickets and drop a ticket in front
of the item they want to try and win. A
winner is then picked for each item, which
include games and DVDs.
AVON LAKE
Senior Center open house On
April 22, the Avon Senior Center will have
an open house kick-off party. Beginning at
11 a.m. Mayor Jim Smith will lead a brief
ribbon cutting ceremony. Following the
ceremony, there will be a sponsors-only
open house from 11:30 a.m.-l:30 p.m, to
thank past and present corporate sponsors
of Avon Seniors Inc.
On April 23 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and
April 24 from noon-5 p.m. there will be
open house festivities in conjunction
with Avon's Spring Celebration. All are
welcome to stop in for a snack or
beverage, tour the new facility and
meet the staff and board of the senior
center.' Register to win door prizes.
Call 934-2417 for more information.
two and even break a few chords with a
real live barbershop quartet. Refreshments
will be served during the "afterglow" hour
following the guest night program.
You don't have to bo a professional to
be a member of the chorus. All you have to
do is love to sing. For directions or a rido,
call Loren Easterday at 934-6951, Mark
Christ at (440) B71-9G23, Ken Foisy at 9G75037 or Mike Sudstna at (419) 433-71GB.
Mother's Day project at CRS
For a number of years, CRS
(Community Resource Services) has sponsored a Mother's Day project, called
"Women of Worth." CRS is asking overyone to help give a Mothers Day boost to
those who may need it most. "Women of
Worth" bags are filled with the little
luxuries and pampering items that
mothers never buy for themselves,
especially when the budget is tight. These
might include scented lotions and shower
gels, lipstick, nail polish and other makeup items. Donate only new, unused items.
Samples of moisturizer, eye shadow, elc.
are often given with department store
cosmetic purchases, and those fit nicely
into the gift bags, also. Collections will be
held at the CRS office until April 22.
Anyone unable to bring the donation in
during office hours (Monday-Friday from
10 a.m.-2 p.m.), call 933-5G39 to make
other arrangements.
Republican Club
The Avon/Avon Lake Republican Club
will meet tonight, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. at
the Old Fire House, corner of SR 83 and
Lake Road, in Avon Lake. The club will
host a forum for all five of the
Republican candidates for judge of the
Avon Lake Municipal Court. This forum
will be taped for viewing on cable
channel 99 Public Access Channel of
Avon Lake Community Television.
For more information, call president
Martha Wise at 934-4935.
Tire collection day
Tire collection day is April 23 at the
Avon Lake Service Department, located at
750 Avon Belden Road. Rims may be left
on the tires.
;SIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT
Avon spring celebration
Flower show
Avon-on-the-Lake Garden Club's
75th anniversary will be celebrated with
a standard flower show "Celebrate" on
April 30 from 1-4:30 p.m. and May 1
from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Old Fire
House Community Center, 100 Avon
Belden Road. The public is invited to
come and enjoy the flower arrangements and horticulture exhibits of the
garden club members. Admission is
free.
. In a National Garden Club Standard
Flower Show, the standard system of
judging and awarding is used to encourage high quality exhibits.
"Celebrate" flower show will be
judged on Saturday morning before the
show opens to the public.
Annual fire hydrant flushing
The Avon Lake Fire Department will
begin flushing all of the city's fire hydrants
on May 2. This program will take approximately eight weeks to complete. During
this time, water may appear rusty, so be
sure to run until it is clear for cooking,
drinking or laundry.
•Autism Society meeting
Autism Society of America Chapter
#580 support group will meet May 10 from.
7-8:45 p.m. at Avon Lake Public Library.
Dr. Christine Barry, Ph. D.. will speak
about summer programs and therapies for
an autistic child. She will also have an
open forum for questions and answers
relating to problem behaviors at home and
at school. Adults only please, no childcare
is provided. Call Tina a 240-9339 for more
information.
Republican
Community technology
education classes
Summer microcomputer instruction at
Avon Lake High School, 175 Avon Belden
Road, will be available to the community,
especially senior citizens, on Mondays
and Thursdays Juno G-July 21. Both
sessions will run from 9 a.m.-noon. There
will specific lessons starting at 9 a.m.
during each session plus time for
participants to work individually on one
of the computers in the school's media
center computer laboratory. Lessons will
cover skills associated with the home
computer, such as word processing,
spreadsheets, toolbars, using templates,
using e-mail, Internet use and presentation
options. Cost is S2 per session or a onetime S20 registration fee. Registered Avon
Lake patrons will be considered priority
users if there are more participants than
machines available on any specific lab
day. Registration starts May 23 at Troy
Intermediate School on Belmar Road
from 8 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Call Shirley
Tipton, technology group secretary at is
933-5325 or e-majl stipto©leeca.org for
more information.
Reunion for ALMS Class of 2005
The Avon Lake High School Class of
2000's five-year reunion is June 25 at
McCarthy's at 7 p.m. Planners need the
e-mail addresses or contact info for many
of the classmates. Send your son, daughter
or a fellow classmate's address and e-mail
information to Sarah Nordmeyer at
snordmey@butler.edu or Katie Kovacs at
kovacske@yahoo.com, A message can be
left locally at the Nordmeyer home at
930-2966.
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Bob Moyer will demonstrate painting a
floral in walercolor tonight (April 20) from
7-9 p.m. Sheffield Lake Community
Center, 4575 E. Lake Road, Sheffield Lake.
All interested watercolor artists ore invited
to attend. This demo is paid for by the Erie
Shore Art League.
Seniors dance
Brookside's ' Partnership
Across
Community and Education (PACE) will
present the 10th annual senior citizens
dance on May 6 from 5:30-9 p.m. at
Sheffield Lake Community Center, 4575Lake Road. Admission is free. There will •
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Paul Tallman, of Elyria. He -was welcomed home by
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OBITUARIES
Harry F. Cashmore
Harry F. Caslimore, 82, of Sheffield Lake, died March
31, 2005, at Lorain Manor, Lorain.
Survivors include his son, Dennis Cashmore of Dos
Plains, 111.; sisters, Martina Allen and Beatrice Gass; and
five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and
nieces, nephews, great-nieces'and great-nephews.
Preceding him in death were a son, Louis Cashmore;
sisters, Martha Wright and Florence Rashke; and brother,
John Cashmore.
Arrangements were handled by Corrigan-Berry
Funeral Home, Westlake.
Dorothy C. Kowalka
Dorothy C. Kowalka, 77, of Avon Lake, died March 31,
2005 at her daughter's home in Columbia Station
following a lengthy illness.
She was born June 22, 1917 in Lokowood and was a
graduate of Lakewood High School. Mrs. Kowalka was
employed as an accountant with Western Enterprises in
Avon Lake and Westlake. She was a member of Christ
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Avon Lake. She enjoyed
traveling and spending time with her grandchildren and
great grandchildren.
Survivors include her son Wayne Kowalka [Mary) of
Portland, Ore.; daughters, Lynne Berkley (Tim) of
Columbia Station and Wendy Teller (Steve) of Avon Lake;
14 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and
sisters, Mary Ellen Mainzer of Chicago and Nancy Medley
of North Olmsted.
Preceding her in death were her husband Melvin C.
and her parents, Russell O. and Clara (nee Lenz) Peters.
Arrangements were handled by Busch Funeral Home,
Avon Lake. Interment was at Resthaven Memory Gardens,
Avon.
Memorials may be forwarded to the Alzheimer's
Association, 12200 Fairhill Road, Cleveland 44120 or to
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Jessie V. Kussai
Jessie V. Kussai (nee Bakies), 87, of Avon, died
March 31, 2005, at Good Samaritan Skilled Nursing
Home, Avon, of congestive heart failure following a
long illness with Alzheimer's disease.
• She was bom March 10, 1918, in Cleveland and
lived there for 51 years before moving to Avon. She
graduated from James Ford Rhodes High School in
.Juna 1936^
.-•',Mrs.'Kussai was a bookkeeper for over 30 years for
various companies before retiring in 1983.
'She was a member of the 1918 Club for 27 years,
where she was previously a reporter.
Survivors include her sons, Kenneth Galaida of
Brooklyn and Glenn Galaida of Cleveland; daughter,
•Jacqueline Overshiner of Avon; six grandchildren and
two great-grandchildren.
- Preceding her in death were her husband, George
Kussai, in 1977; parents, Frank and Rose Bakies; brother, Joseph Bakies; and sister, Helen Horn.
Arrangements were handled by Kolodiy-Sobczyk
Funeral Home, Cleveland. Burial was at Sacred Heart
of Jesus Polish National Catholic Cemetery, Parma.
Fredesvindo Miranda
Fredesvindo Miranda, 83, of Lorain, died April 1,
2005, at Autumn Aegis Nursing Home, Lorain, following
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426 Avon Belden Road
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227 Miller Road 1-800-231-1431
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36785 Detroit Road
Avon
440-937-9150
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2640 Stoney Ridge Road
Avon ™
440-934-4212
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2265 Garden Drive
Avon
440-934-4710
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32000 Detroit Rd, Avon
163 Avon Selden. AL 933-3202
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37711 Detroit Road
Avon
440-934-5121
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'49 Lear R°'id
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Edward A. Strung
Dr. Edward A. Strung, 75, of Wosterville, died April
1, 2005, at his home.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and
graduated from The Ohio Stale University Dental
School in 1950.
Dr. Strung had a dental practice in Avon Lake until
retiring.
Survivors include his wife "of 40 years, Joyce M.;
sons, Mark Edward Strung.of Florida and Jeffrey Adam
Strung of Westerville; brother, Dan Strung of Westlake;
and tvyo granddaughters and nieces and nephews.
Preceding him In death were his parents, Jacob and
Eva Strung.
Burial was in Blendon Central Cemetery,
Westerville.
William Joseph Kostohryz
William Joseph Kostohryz, 84, of Avon Lake, died
April 2, 2005, at home, following a short illness.
He was born June 29, 1920, in Cleveland and lived
in Avon Lake since 1950.
He was a U.S. Army veteran and received the
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
with five Bronze Stars and American Campaign Medal.
Mr. Kostohryz was employed by CEI, Avon Lake, as
a boiler repairman for 35 years.
He was a member of the Avon Lake Boat Club and a
union member at CEI.
Survivors include his daughters Linda Murphy of
Avon Lake and Chris Gibson of Sheffield Lake; sister,
Janet Ireland of Arizona; and four grandchildren and
one great-grandchild.
Preceding.him in death was his wife, Bertha (nee
Rogers], in 2003.
Arrangements were handled by Reichlin-Roberts
Funeral Home, Elyria.
Sally C. Mandich
Sally C. Mandich (nee Carlson), 78, of Avon Lake,
died April 2, 2005, at Bradley Bay Health Center, Bay
Village, following a lengthy illness.
She was born June 16, 1926, in Akron and lived in.
Avon Lake for more than 30 years.
Mrs. Mandich was employed at Ford's Lorain
Assembly Plant for 26 years' in the payroll and
accounts payable departments.
Survivors include her sister, Beatrice Dido of Avon
Lake; brother, Lars A. Carlson of Lorain; and nieces
and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Peter
Mandich; and parents, Lars A. and Eve
Sprouse) Carlson.
Arrangements were handled by Busch
Home, Avon.
Memorial contributions may be made to
and Palliative Care Partners of Ohio, 2500 E.
Cleveland 44115.
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
3G465 Chester Rd.
Avon
440-934-5678
ST. CLEMENT OF ORCHID
MACEDONIA ORTHODOX
CHURCH
38665 French Creek Road
Avon
—.440-934-6060
HOLY TRINITY ROMAN
CATHOLIC CHURCH
33601 Detroit Road
Avon
440-937-5363
AVON BAPTIST CHURCH
2575 Stoney Ridge Road
Avon
__440-934-6252
AVON LAKE
AVON LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH
321 Lear Road
Avon Lake
440-933-9524
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF
THEKINGDOMOFGOD
32818 Walker Rd. IM45
Avon Lake
440-258-9393
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
32340 Electric Blvd.
Avon Lake
440-933-6240
LAKE SHORE UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
33119 Electric Blvd.
Avon Lake
440-933-5238
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC
CHURCH
32929 Lake Road.
Avon Lake ~__440-933-3152
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
32801 Electric Blvd.
Avon Lake
440-933-3241
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH
32607 Electric Blvd.
Avon Lake
44Q-933-8828
SHEFFIELD LAKE
AVON CHURCH OF GOD
37445 Detroit Road
Avon
440-934-5110
HOLY SPIRIT CHURCH
410 Lear Road
Avon Lake
440-933-3777
SAINT THOMAS THE APOSTLE
CATHOLIC CHURCH
715 Harris Road
Sheffield Lake _440-949-7744
NEW COMMUNITY BAPTIST
CHURCH
36080 Chester Rd.
Avon
, 440-933-8230
CHRIST EVANGELICAL
LUTHERAN CHURCH
32747 Lake Road
Avon Lake
440-933-6263
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1430 Lake Breo:e Road
Sheffield .
440-949-7888
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Mark Valentine
. Mark LaVcrn Valentine, 52, of Avon, died April 2, •
2005, at the Cleveland Clinic Hospice Center, following a
brief illness.
He was born Nov. 2G, 1952, in Chillicothe, and moved
to Oberlin in 19GG. Ha graduated from Oborlin High
School.
Mr. Valentine was a retired steehvorker for Lorain
companies, a real estate agent for Realty One and a
licensed barber. He was a member of Second Baptist
Church,'Elyria.
Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Roslyn (nee
Mickey); son, Chiah Malik of Columbus; his parents,
Clyde M. and Hannah J. Valentine of Oberlin; brothers
Clyde M. Valentine Jr. of Texas, David E. Valentine of
Miami, Fla., and Jay P. Valentine of Brunswick; sister,
Bonnie, of Oberlin; and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews
and other relatives.
Arrangements were handled by Wyers Funeral Chapel,
Sheffield Township. Pastor Carl Small officiated services.
Elizabeth D. Baird
Elizabeth D. Baird (nee Dennis), 06, of Avon Lake, died_
April 3, 2005, at Bradley Bay Health Care Center in Bay'
Village.
She was born March 28,1909, in New York City and
was raised in Wisconsin. She and her husband,. Elson,
moved to Ohio in 1940, lived in Colorado for many years
and moved back to Ohio in 2002.
Mrs. Baird was a member of Order of the Eastern
Star and Daughters of the Nile and Women's City Club.
She enjoyed tennis, bridge, fund-raising for civic organizations and golf and had achieved an 8 handicap.
Survivors include her husband, Elson J. Baird,
and
r
two nieces.
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Lutheran
Church, ELCA
College Pork Or. ol Abbe Fid. (Across Irom ICCC)
-Dr. William Burkclt, Pastor
(440) 365-7567
CiHiiunipiirjry I;utliari>i
Worship: H:30.im
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Bay Village Napa Auto Parts Co,
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27311 W-Oviatt
^SS' Bay Village 871-3332
Detzel's Garage
32094 Deiroii Road
Avon 937-5261
a brief illness.
He was born Nov. 9, 1921, in Isabels, Puerto Rico,
he had lived in Lorain for most of his life.
Survivors include his sons, Roland of Lakewood,
Nelson of Lorain and Alvin of Puerto Rico; daughters
Nilda Foy of Cincinnati, Emma Delgado of Lorain, and
Aida Stance of Avon; brothers, Felix and Ramon
Miranda, both of Puerto Rico; a sister, Rcmedio.
DeLeon of Puerto Rico; 13 grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death wore his wife of 37 years,
Rosa (nee Echevarria), in 1993; daughter, Nereida
Miranda, in 1984; parents, Ramon Miranda Serrano
and Maria Miranda Gonzalez; and a sister, Delia.
Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Lorain.
Sum by School; S);30jrn
Tradiliimal Worship: IO:4Sain
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
633 Hairis Road
Sheffield Lake ,440-949-6398
Pinehaven Greenhouse
39424 Detroit Road
Avon. Ohio 44011 934-5948
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH
ANCHORED IN CHRIST
4792 Osier Road
Sheffield —,™-440-949-2620
Ray's Auto & Truck Service
38219 Colorado Ave.
Avon 934-4318
NEW HAVEN BAPTIST
5290 French Creek
Sheffield
440-934-4293
SAINT TERESA CATHOLIC
CHURCH
1878 Abbe Road
Sheffield
440-934-4227
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
603 Sunset & Richelieu
Sheffield Lake -440-949-5171
CHURCH OF GOD,
SHEFFIELD-THE CHURCH
LOVE IS BUILDING
2280 North Abbe Road
Sheffield
440-934-6992
BAY VILLAGE
BETHESDA-ON-THE-BAY
LUTHERAN CHURCH
28607 Wolf Road
Bay Village
440-871-2276
Paint & Paper Place
32745 Walker Road
Avon Lake 933-3111
J
See-Thru Window Cleaning Co.
Let Us Make Your Panes Sparkle
933-2998
Slsson's Flowers & Gifts
690 Avon Belden Rd.
Avon Lake 933-3253
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158 Lear Rd./ RO. Box 300
Avon Lake 933-5100
Tom's Country Place Catering
3430 Slohey Ridge Rd.
Avon 934-4553
Wendy's
439 Avon Belden Road
Avon Lake
To Advertise Your Business
In the church directory
Call 440-933-5100
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R. Moorman of Mount Dora, Fla., and
O.BITS, from page 22
Michael A. Moorman of Avon Lake;
daughter, Anita L. Hammer of Lorain;
Preceding her in death was her sister, brother, Robert Itterly of New Jersey;
Margaret Wright, and her parents.
sisters, Marie Martin of North Carolina
Arrangements by Hempel Funeral
and Grace O'Donnell of Pennsylvania;
Home, Amherst. Services were held
and six grandchildren and one greatApril 6 at Brownhelm Cemetery, granddaughter.
Brownhelm Township.
Preceding her. in death were her
Memorial contributions may be
husband of 46 years, Robert Moorman, in
made to Brownhelm Congregational
1991; her parents, Quintas and Anna
- Church, 2144 North Ridgo Road, Maria (nee Legaye) Itterly; sister, Margaret
Amherst 44001.
"Peg" Juodzevich; and a grandson.
Arrangements were handled by.
Nor ma L. Lyons
Norma L. Lyons [nee Hancock), 86, Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel,
of Elyria, died April 3, 2005, at EMH Lorain. Burial was in Ridge Hill Memorial
Regional Medical Center, Elyria, follow- ' Park, Amherst Township.
Memorial contributions may be made
ing a brief illness.
to New Life Hospice, 5255 N. Abbe Road,
She was bom June 3, 1918, in Avon.
Survivors include her sans, Charles Elyria 44035.
Lyons of Elyria and Joseph Lyons of John Gustav Pajer
• Sheffield Village; sisters, Rachel Weitzel
John Gustav Pajer, 85, of Lorain and
of North Olmsted and Ellen Vargo of
Montverde, Fla., died April 4, 2005, at The
Elyria; and three grandchildren, three Commons in Orlando.
great-grandchildren, two step-grandHe was born July 20,1919, in Lorain.
children and a"step-great-grandson.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years,
Preceding her in death were her hus- Victoria (nee Kumse); son, Craig J. Pajef;
band, Charles C. Lyo'ns, in 1995; daugh- daughter, Vida Ann Schultz; brothers.
ter, Jeanne Dougherty, in 1968; brother, Jerry Pajer of Sheffield Lake, Andrew Pajer
Arthur Hancock; and sisters,. Ruth Barr, of Fremont and Arnold Pajer of Vermilion;
Jeanne VanBuren, Marian Pickering and sisters, Helen Duran of Lorain and Betty
ZellaHall.
Crawford of Elyria; and four grandchildren
:
Arrangements were handled by and one great-grandchild.
David Bogner Family Funeral Home,
Preceding him in death were his brothNorth Ridgeville. Burial was in er, George; sisters, Anna, Mildred Suster,
Resthaven Memory Gardens, Avon.
Suzanne Kovac.
• Arrangements were handled by
Jefferson Edward Oliver
Jefferson Edward Oliver, 02, of Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel,
Elyria, died April 3, 2005, at Ohio Lorain. Burial was in Ridge Hill Memorial
Park, Amlierst Township.
Veterans Home, Sandusky, following a
Memorial contributions may be made
long illness.
He was born Dec. 5, 1942 in Lenoir, to Ss. Peter and Paul Lutheran Church,
1500 Lincoln Blvd., Lorain 44055; or
N.C. and moved to Elyria four years ago
Lutheran Haven, 2041 W. State Road 426,
from Chardon.
Oviedo, Fla. 32765.
He was a U.S. Army veteran and
received the" Vietnam Service, Vietnam
Patrick J. Gibson
Campaign and National Defense Service
Patrick). Gibson, 72, of Amherst, died
medals.
April 5, 2005, at home.
Survivors include his twin sons, unexpectedly
He was born March 17, 1933, in
Todd and Tad Oliver, both of Scottsdale, Cleveland.
Ariz.; daughter, Heidi Ruyf o f .
Survivors include his-sons, Matthew
Cleveland; sister, Debbie Williams of Gibson
of Amherst and Michael Gibson of
Elyria; and brothers, Ron Oliver of
San, Antonio; daughters, Cathleen
Berlin Heights, David Oliver of
Zakarowsky and Patti Obergas, both of
. Cleveland, Paul Wallerof Sheffield Lake Parma,
and Deborah Campanella of Avon;
and Phil Waller of Elyria.
10 grandchildren.
*i Preceding him in death were his par- andPreceding
him in death were his wife,
e'hts, Roy-Oliver and LaVarah Keesee; Rita (nee Doland); and son, Mark Gibson.
and a brother, Roger Dean Oliver, in
Arrangements were handled by Jenkins
infancy.
Chapel, Westlake.
Burial was in Ohio Western Reserve Funeral
Memorial contributions may be made
National Cemetery, Rittman.
to the donor's favorite charity,
Memorial contributions may bo
made to American Heart Association, Sadie B. George
P.O. Box 182039, Dept. 13, Columbus
Sadie B. George, 89, of Wellington,
43218;
or
American
Diabetes .died April 5, 2005, at Good Samaritan
Association, 155 Ken-Mar Parkway, Nursing Home, Avon.
Broadview Heights 44147.
She was born- May 13, 1915, in
Amherst.
Mayme M. Griesser
Survivors include her sons, Danny
Mayme M. Griesser (nee McQuattie),
85, of Avon Lake, died April 4, 2005, at George and Jerry George, both of Avon
Lake; daughter, Nancy Tmney of
Good Samaritan Nursing Home, Avon,
Michigan; and six grandchildren.
following a short illness.
Preceding her in death were her husShe was born Feb. 2?', 1920, in
Lorain, where she lived most of her life. band, Abraham George, in 1975; three
She was a class officer of Lorain High brothers; three sisters.
Arrangements were handled by Norton
School class of 1938-A and an honor
Funeral Home, Wellington. Burial was in
graduate and National Honor Society
Greenwood Cemetery, Wellington.
member.
Mrs. Griesser was employed as a
Dorothy I. Robbins
secretary at U.S. Steel until the end of
Dorothy I. Robbins (nee Crandall), 81,
World War II.
of Avon, died April 5, 2005, at Avon Oaks
She was a member of the Lorain High
Skilled Nursing Facility.
School Booster Club and had been
She was born in Friendship, N.Y., and
active in the PTA and a Cub Scout den lived in the Avon-Elyria area for more than
mother at Lakeview School for six 40 years.
years.
Mrs. Robbins served in the U.S. Navy
Survivors include.her sons John as a WAVE during World War II with the
"Jay" Griesser of Avon Lake, James rank of seaman first class, assigned to
Griesser of Memphis, Tenn., and
inspect aircraft.
William Griesser of Avon; and six
Survivors include her sons, Robert
grandchildren and one step-grandson.
Robbins and William Robbins, botli of
Preceding her in death were her Avon; daughter, Elaine Kennedy of
husband of 42 years, John R. Griesser, in Texas; sisters, Alice Knox of Buffalo,
1986; her parents, William and Caroline
N.Y.. and Helen Post of Wellsville, N.Y.;
[nee Kay) McQuattie; and sister, and six grandchildren and five greatCaroline Carver.
grandchildren.
Arrangements wore handled by RcidyPreceding her in deatli were her first
Scanlan-Clmmbers Funeral Home, Lorain.
husband, Harley White; second husband.
Edward Elton Robbins: and her parents,
Alice L. Moorman
Alice L. Moorman (nee Itterly), 78. of William J. Crandall and Hilda M. McClay
Crandall.
Sheffield Lake, died April 4, 2005, at
Arrangements were handled by Lislon
the home of her daughter, Anita
Funeral Ilomu, North Ridgeville. The Rev.
Hammer, following a brief illness.
Waller Leonard officiated. Burial was in
Mrs. Moorman was horn in New
York City and lived in Sheffield Lake for Rcsthaven Memory Gardens, Avon, with
military honors by Veterans of Foreign
more than 45 years.
Wars 1'ost 9871.
Survivors include her sons, Dennis
John M. Demy an
John M. Demyan, 52, of Elyria
Township, died April 6, 2005, at home.
He was born DGC. 28, 1052, in Lorain,
and graduated from Midview High School.
Mr. Demyan worked for the Lorain
County Engineer for 37 years before retiring as a foreman.
Survivors include his wife of 10 years,
Gina (nee Zocchi); sons, John Michael
Demyan Jr. of Elyria and Jessie Michael
Demyan and Jordan Lee Demyan, both at
home; daughter, Rhonda McCown of
Williamsport; mother, Ruth Demyan (nee
Spanos) of Avon Lake"; brother, Greg
Demyan of Elyria; and four grandchildren.
Preceding him in deatli was his father,
Jolm Demyan.
Arrangements were handled by
Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel,
Lorain. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery,
Lorain.
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great-granddaughter.
Arrangements were handled by
Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral
Chapel, Lorain. Burial was in Ridge Hill
Memorial Park, Amherst Township.
Memorial contributions may be
made to New Life Hospice, 5255 N.
Abbe Road, Elyria 44035.
Elmer Helbig
Elmer Helbig, 74, of Lorain, died
April 7, 2005, at his residence following
a brief illness.
He was born June 16, 1930, in
Pittsburgh and he came to Lorain
in 1055.
Mr. .Helbig served in the Army in
Korea as a sergeant, receiving the Korea
Medal with three bronze stars.
Survivors include his wife of 49
years: Cinderella (nee Hewitt), sons,
Elmer Joseph Helbig of Avon Lake and
Gerald Lee Helbig of Vermilion, daughRuth A. Strnisha
ters, Lora Mae Moore of St. Louis, Mo.,
Ruth A. Strnisha (nee Clark), 83, of
and Doris Jean Taylor of Lorain, 10
Lorain, died April 6, 2005 at the New
grandchildren and five great-grandchilLife Hospice Center of Saint Joseph, fol- dren, brothers, David Helbig of Sebring,
lowing a brief illness.
Fla., Raymond Helbig of Pittsburgh,
She was bom Aug. 14, 1921, in Robert Helbig of Huron and William
Bernizer, Pa., and had been a resident of
Helbig of Avon Park, Fla., sisters, Frieda
Lorain since 1951. Survivors include
Novak of Washington, Pa., and Emma
her son,' Max Strnisha of Amherst, Lapp of Eighty Four, Pa.
daughter, Maxino Griffith of Sheffield
Preceding him- in death were his
Lake, seven grandchildren arid nine parents, David and Myrtle (nee
Kohhnoyer) Helbig, and a great-grandgreat-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her hus- child, Devon Dolinsky.
Arrangements were handled by
band, Stanley "Sunnie" Strnisha, in
2003, parents William and Mariah (nee Dovin Funeral Home, Lorain. Burial
Howard) Clark, brothers, William and
was in Ridge Hill Memorial Park,
James, a sister, Elsie Luskoski, and one . Amherst Township,
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The PRESS 25
AVON • AVON LAKE - SHEFFBEBTD • SHEFFIELD LAKE
SPORTS CHATTER
Shoreniefeliot:
Young Shoregals confident, eager to build on strongstart
AVON LAKE
By Watt Thornicroft
So far, so good.
Over 10 games into the season, a relatively young Avon Lake softball team has
held its own. With an 8-3 overall record
and a 3-1 conference mark headed into
';.double-header j this wtiok, the Shoregals are confident as
V downer! agadnsCSU -Edward "asido," Uie'
Ihoy venture into a lough strulch of their
'^Airnn I AVA rin^nl-inll 4-nim *i> !_»'*l.'n ^-.i-l«i '.
schedule.
"Things are going well," head coach
Martin Lucas said. "We're silling al 3-1 in
thi! conference right now, so I think we're
doing prelly well so far. We've got Bay,
Wesllake and Amhersl coining up. so it's
going lo bu lough."
The Shoregals opened last week wilh a
heartbreaking 3-2 loss at home to Olmstud
Falls on April 11. Down 3-0 headed into
tho bottom of tlii! soviinth inning, Avon
Lake rallied. The Shoregals scored a pair of
nms to cut the Bulldogs' lead to a run.
Unfortunately for Avon Lake, they couldn't bring the tying run homo.
But it wasn't as if Avon Lake was without any opportunities. The Shorogals
stranded 11 bascrunners. They loaded the
bases twice, but couldn't score.
Avon Lake's offense proved more productive two days later al home in a 3-0 win
^
against Fairvicw. Though thuy slill stranded five runners, the Shoregals managed lo
send enough home to win.
Backed by solid pitching by freshman
Andrea Nicholson (six strikeouts) and a
dependable defense, the Shorcgals shut
out the Warriors. Avon Lake's Carli Cole
drove in Avon Lake's first two nms, Jill
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Cosenlino and Haley Mullen, with a shot
irsmackedfttv^hitst^
iitsV-a^d:lHrove:ih";itbjeel-j to center field. Coscntino led off the inning
with a base hit. Mullen reached base on an
error. Cole drove both home when the center fielder mishandled the fly ball.
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The Shorugals added an insurance run
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The Shoregals are 8-3 overall, 3-1 in the SWC. PRESS photo • Pro Photography
in the bottom of the sLxtb. Mullen, who
singled with- one out, scored on
Nicholson's two-out double. The
Shoregals hold on in the seventh lo preserve the victory.
"Wo kept grounding into double
plays," Lucas said. "We didn't hit particularly well, but wo took advantage of their
mistakes. In the first few games we were
scoring like crazy, latoly we've struggled."
Shoregals go 2-1 at Berea
The Shoregals went 2-1 at a tournament last weekend in Berea.
- Avon Lake kicked off Iho lourney with
a 13-0 shutout against the host Beroa
Braves. Shoregal pitcher Andrea
filing
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AVON LAKE
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Eagles survive
losing skid
AVON
By Matt Thornicroft
By Matt Thornicroft
J^;*JAy,bn\lake;trfiye!lfijo" Wostlake, today | Avon Lake football standouts Bobby
i;f6r< a ^, .4:3 0 ^ p ;ni /Vga rn e^:f agauis t ~^ ui o"^ Doyle and.Mike Urbin already rank
?.• Demoris^Tliey' host Amlierst ;ThursdayJ among the area's elite. Come May 9,
tai ;4:30lpimrBotK .games"ivillJia lmg"e"in:-j they'll be honored alongside some of the
best gridiron stars in Northeast Ohio.
The Northeast Ohio Chapter of the
National Football Foundation will
honor Doyle anil Urbin at this year's
. _ ^juTreXtherei;^^^;} Scholar-Athlete Awards Banquet scheduled for Monday, May 0 at the Executive
i!^Saturday,^feelfreo tor meander;pri"overto^ Caterers at Landerhavcn. The NKO
£'catcKisbine^of; tliis weekehid'sf'.LCAAA,'. chapter represents 235 schools.
M>puram
Doyle, who will enroll and play footrplaced^second at last year's .toufnjiment^ ball lb(! United Slates Air Force
' ^ . ' f o r m e i title;','''
Academy next fall, will be not only be'
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recognized for his feats on the field, but
in (hi! classroom. Doyle, who maintains
a H.H GPA, has boon selected to receive a
Scholar-Athlete Award.
Jr.;'goifersshpujdagr
Doyle averaged 0.7 yards a carry and
•^^AM^wir^ifrTtTittf liinrt- In'cifiri
gained 3.224 yards in three seasons as a
Shoremen tailback. Hu holds the tcum
record for the longest run from scrimmage, !)7 yards. A standnul on tin; track
^AyonMay,^.-^^^?;:^-^:-:^.;^ ;•-::•; team, hi' is also a vocalist on the school's
!."N .The ovenl is free and is open to boys : exclusive; singing group, tin: Merplos.
I'and'girls:ages;7:14:of:.all.skiU levels;-,
"Wt; always encourage petting a wi;]l-•'eager to'seo how their golf skills matdi ; roundtfd education and Uobby IJ'iyle
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against
their
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has worked hard to become a well;
- . r - - Parlicipanls 'can:eitlicr register, at
roundud individual." Avon Lake head
I the Range/ 1325 Center Road (SR 83),
coach Dave Dlugiisz said. "You think of
> tir online at ;v\^v\v.Uicgolfcliannel.com. ;
the football awards he's won, Lorain
The event deadline is May 25.
County Player of the
Vear. All-Ohio
: One of only three Drive,-Chip and
Offensive Player of thi 1 Year. He's earned
Putt Junior Challenges in Ohio, it is the
the Art Toy nor Award. Thai's an award
only one scheduled . in the Greater
(bill includes Maurice Hall and Bun
Cleveland area. Spots are limited.
Roelhlisberger on its list of previous
Three local residents finished in the
winners. All that is in addition to1everytop three of their ngo division In last
thing he's accomplished on llit irack
year's event,
and field team, in the classroom anil as
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a member of the Merples. Top thai off
Nicholson hurled n one-hit shutout. Carli
Cole, Jill Coscntino, Sara Jungennaii and
Haley Mullen smacked a pair of hits each.
Cosunlino
and
Mullen
doubled.
Jungorman tripled. Cole homered.
The Shoregals fell 3-2 in eight innings
against Midpark, but recovered with a 7-1
win against Valley Forge. Cosenlino,
Jungerman, Mullen and Kym Wenz all
recorded two hits. Nicholson doubled.
Avon Lake traveled to Bay on Monday
(game completed after The PRESS'
Monday deadline) and will host Westlake
. today. The Shoregals travel to Amhcrst
Friday.
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A little over a week ago, Avon's boys
tennis team was nursing some wounds
inflicted during a three-game losing streak.
Winners of three-straight matches headed into mis week, it looks as if the bandages
arc ready to bu removed.
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. Boys Tennis
Bobby Doyle, left, and Mike Urbin pause
together for a moment before a playoff
game last fall. Both will be recognized at
this year's NEO National Football
Foundation Banquet May 9.
with his appointment to Ihe Air Forc;t>
Academy, and Bobby is a great example
of doing what it takes to earn a wellrounded education."
Shoremen safety Mike Urbin. a threeyear starter, will receive this year's
[nsj)iralion Award.
The Shoremen compiled a -41)-:)
record (luring Urbin's three seasons as a
key member of Avon Lake's secondary,
A team captain this year, his leammaUis
voted Urbin Avon Lake's Most Valuable
Defensive Hank. Hu is also an All-Lorain
SEE NFF, PAGE 28
The Avon Eagles won three straight last
week after starting out with a tough 3-2 loss
to Lake Ridge Academy on April 11. The
team bounced back, bunting Elyria -1-1 on
April 12, Oberlin 3-2 Insl Wednesday and
rolled by Olmsted Falls 4-1 last Saturday.
"After losing 3-2 to Lake Ridgt: I challenged our two doubles teams to play up to
tliuir potential," Avon bead coach Art
CTibbs said. "Both doubles teams have won
llif'ir last three matches."
The team's April 11 loss to Lake Kidge,
Academy was tough to take. Adam Zavell
and the first doubles team of Rohit Iyer
and Andy Willsmur accounted for bolh
Avon points in the loss to the Royals.
Zavell beat Brian Vebar 7-fi, 7-fi. Iyer and
Willsmer swept Lee Howley and Sammy
Droubbi 7-5, 0-3.
The liagles came very close to earning a
match deciding point in first singles. Jon
Wolf fell in three hard-fought sets la LRAs
Arjun Sbamifi ;t-f>. 0-3, 7-5. Dan Miraldi
hung on after a (V3 opening sel loss against
Null Patel in second singles. I In battled, but
lost 7-5 in the second and deciding set. The
second doubles team of Grant Hugbes and
Alex Henderson fell 0-3. (M.
SEE TENNIS, PAGE 28
26
THE PRESS, APRIL 20, 2005
Cardinals playing well, believe they're better
SHEFFIELD VILLAGE
By Matt Thornlcroft
As a young Brookside Cardinals baseball teams grows in experience, so do the
digits in the win column.
The Cardinals entered this week 7-3
overall and 2-1 in the Lorain County
Conference. A couple of non-conference
losses and a 5-2 defeat on April 11 the
Firelands Falcons account for the only
blemishes on the Cards' record thus far.
It's a fine start considering how young a
team Brookside is. With Steve Grife and
Zach Baker the only two seniors on the
roster, die Cardinals are growing up In a
hurry.
•"We've got a lot of new kids," head
coach Bill Mathews said. "We're just finding out what they're capable of doing.
They're tough kids."
Tha team learned a tough lesson last
week after a 5-2 loss to Firelands.
Grifs took the mound and pitched four
scoreless innings before the Falcons put
together a three-run rally in the fifth. Pitted
against the Falcons' number one pitcher,
Matt Schultz, Brookside's typically potent
offense struggled.
Schultz held Brookside scoreless for
six innings and never faced more than four
batters until the bottom of the seventh
Steve Grife struck out eight batters in a 52 loss last week against Firelands.
inning when the Cardinals scored their
only runs of the game.
Young team mistakes, impatience at the
plate and poor defensive decisions, compounded matters in the loss. Brookside, 03 in three games against Firelands last
year, hopes to have things fixed the next
time they face the defending conference
champions.
"I thought they did a better job of hitting the strike zone," Mathews said. "I was
hoping a couple-of breaks would bounce
our way. I thought we were a little impatient at the plate. We were acting like we
had-two strikes on us at times, and wo
were just defending instead of waiting for
the right pitch.
"We've been making two or three mistakes a game. You can't do that against
these teams."
The Cardinals came back with a fury
Wednesday
against
Wellington.
Brooksido's offense bludgeoned the
Wellington Dukes in a 24-13 win. Grifo led
the offense with four hits. Matt Arra, Baker
and Pete Zagorsky finished with tliree hits
each. Zagorsky homered. Arra doubled
and hit a home run.
They ended last week with an 8-7
come-from-behind win against arch-rival
Avon at home on Thursday.
Down 7-5 headed into tho bottom of the
seventh, the Cardinals scored tliree runs to
pull out the win. Baker knocked in the
game winning run, Kevin Bring, with a
single to center field. Bring tied die game
with a two-run double in the previous atbat. Zagorsky and Zach Upton collected
tliree hits each.
Brookside began this week Monday
with a road game against Midview (game
played after The PRESS' Monday deadline). They play today at 4:30 p.m. at home
against the Keystone Wildcats. They host a
much unproved Clearview team Friday at
4:30. Brookside hosts a double-header
against Columbia on Saturday."
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Resilient Eagles press on despite rocky start to season
AVON
Baseball
By Matt Thornlcroft
Among the statistical numbers piling
up, ana number has been sticking out. The
losses. And that's one of those few statistical categories you don't like to see add up
very quickly. .
With a 1-5 overall record (1-2 hi die
• Lorain County Conference), the Eagles are
off to the start they wanted to avoid.
Handcuffed by the loss of some of the
team's seniors who had spent a week in
Washington D.C. two weeks ago, the
Eagles had its full team on the field last
week. They opened last week with a 5-0
road loss to Midview.
Middle pitcher Jeff Levesque held the
Eagles to just three hits. Their biggest of the
came off the bat of Jake Allbaugh.
Allbaugh's only hit was the team's only
extra-base hit, a double.
The
Eagles'
fortunes
turned
Wednesday with a 6-3 win at homo against
the Keystone Wildcats. Avon's first victory
of the season, it was a big one.
"It's big not only because we needed
one, but because it was also conference
victory," head coach Marty Yonkof said. "It
hasn't been for a lack of effort. We've
played hard, but have struggled."
Senior pitcher John Taylor earned the
victory. He allowed just tliree runs, striking out five. Allbaugh earned the save.
Avon took a 1-0 lead in the First when
Ryan Nagle drove home Shawn Stencil
with a ground-out to second base.
Stencil helped make it 2-0 with an RBI
single with two out in the second to score
Phil Brua. Keystone answered with a pair
of runs in top of the third. Keystone took a
3-2 lead with another run in the fourth.
Avon regained the lead over the
Wildcats with Jordan Wack's two-run
home run with two out in the bottom of
the fourth. Joe Lancaster walked in the atbat before Wack.
A two-run rally in the bottom of tho
sixth inning gave the Eagles a pair of very
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key insurance runs headed into the game's
final inning. Andy Mellino began the rally
with a one out walk. Mellino stole second
base. Stencil grounded out to second for
the second out, moving Mellino to third.
Lancaster followed with a base hit to center field. Lancaster then stole second and
scored on a Wack single.
Avon almost had a second-straight victory in the bag last Thursday at Brookside.
Avon jumped ahead of the Cards early.
Tied 1-1 after the first, the Eagles added
another run in the top of the second and
three in the third take a 5-1 lead into the
fourth. Brooksido cut the Eagle lead to 5-3
with a pair of runs in tha bottom of the
fourth inning. Leading 7-5 into the bottom
of the seventh, Brookside came back to
win 8-7.
Despite the slow start, the Eagles aren't
discouraged. They travel to Firelands
today for a 4:30 game against the defending LCC champion Falcons. They host
Wellington Friday and travel to Vermilion
for an 11 a.m./l p.m. double header
Saturday against Vermilion.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Baseball
4:30 pm': AHS @ Firelands
4:30 pm: ALHS ©Westlake
4:30 pm: Keystone @ BHS
Softball
4:30 pm: AHS @ Firelands
4:30 pm: Westlake @ ALMS
4:30 pm: Keystone @ BHS
Boys Tennis
4:30 pm: Amherst @ ALHS
Track and Reid
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4:30 pm.: ALHS GIRLS © Rocky River
w/N. Olmsted
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Thursday, April 21, 2005
Baseball
4:30 pm: Amherst ©ALHS
Softball
4:30 pm.: ALHS @ AmhefSt
Boys Tennis
4 p.m.: AHS @ Southview
4:30 pm: ALHS @ Rocky River
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Baseball
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4:30 pm: Wellington® AHS .
4:30 pm: Clearview @ BHS
Softball
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4:30 pm.: Wellington© AHS .
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4:30pm.:Clearview@BHS
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4p,m.:LCAAATourn.@ALHS
Track and Reid
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4:30 pm.: ALHS @ Fairview Warrior Relays ..,:.
Saturday, April 23, 2005
Baseball
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11 z.mJ\ pm.: AHS @ Vermilion ' . . ' ';,
11 am/1 p.m.:Midpark@ ALHS. . .
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11 aru/1 pm.: Columbia @ BHS • - • • • . ' "
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10a.m/Noon: BHS @ Rocket Inv.
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TEA: LCAAA Tourn. @ ALHS
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9 am.: ALHS @ Cleveland Heights Relays
Monday, April 25, 2005
Baseball
4:30 pm: AHS @ Cleaiview
4:30 p.m: ALHS @ Rocky River
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4:30 pm: BHS @ Oberlin
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Eagles emerge victorious in showdown of struggling teams
AVON/SHEFFIELD VILLAGE
By Matt ThornJcraft
In the aftermath of last Friday's nine-Inning softball
showdown between tho Avon Eagles and Brooksido
Cardinals, tho Eagles looked to have finally found Ihcir
stride. Tho Brookside Cardinals meanwhllo ore still suffering after another strong effort went awry.
A throo run Avon rally in tho lop of the ninlli inning
propelled tho Eagles to a 9-7 win over tho Cardinals last
Thursday at Brookside High School. With Avon 1-5 and
Brooksido 0-G entering the game, it was a win both teams
needed pretty bad.
"I can't compliment Brookside enough on how tougli
they played today," Avon head coach Tracy Arondt said.
"We're pretty similar teams. I give them a lot of credil."
The top three hitters in Avon's lineup fueled the
Eagles' offense. LeadofT hitter Rachel Tnrza led the way
with four hits, a triple and three runs scored. The number
two and three hitters in the Eagle lineup, freshmen Nicole
Zisko and Nicole Lavelle finished with three hits each.
Zisko scored two runs and drove in one. Lavelle finished
with one RBI.
"We moved Rachel up in the lineup today," Arendt
said. "She was having a hard time in the middle of the
order and we thought she would see some better pitches
in the leadoiT spot.
"I can't say enough about our two freshmen; the two
Nicoles. They're very competitive and have tho right attitudes and you can't leach Dial."
. Despite a strong effort by Brookside pitcher Joely
Hildebrand, who pitched all nine innings and finished
with four strikeouts, the defense couldn't keep the Eagles
off the board. Errors, bad throws, poorly played balls and
clutch hitting by the Eagles took their toll as the Cardinals
let yet-another close game slip away.
- "It always comes down to Uie last couple of innings for
us," Brookside head coach Vanessa Kettleman said. "We
played well against Firelands on Monday, but fell apart in
the sixth inning. Joely pitched a great game that day, 12
strikeouts. Last night at Black River it was the same story.
Avon catcher Angle Demsey chases down a throw home as
Brookside's Tara Muskiewicz slides home safe. While the
run was key at the time, the team fell 9-7 in a nine-inning
loss. PRESS photo • Pro Photography
It's the mental breakdowns that are hurting us."
Brookside took the first lead of the game when Lindsey
Novak scored Tara Muskiewicz with two outs in the bottom of the first. Muskiewicz, hit by a pitch in the al-bat
before Novak, scored on Novak's double to center field.
Avon answered with three runs in the top of the sec*
ond. Dana Carter led off the inning and reached first base
on an error. Carol Brown followed with a single. Jen
Olesky loaded tho bases after another infield error. Angle
Demsey grounded out to second, but scored Carter.
Another error on a ground ball by Nikki Hartranft scored
Brown and Olesky. The two runs gave Avon a 3-1 lead.
Brookside lied it in the bottom half of the second. With
two out, Cara Wiemels walked. Terry Urig reached base
after getting hil by a pitch. Julie Campo drew another
walk, Hildebrand knocked in Wiemels and Urig with a
two-out base hit.
Tho Cardinals regained tho lead in the fourth. Campo
got things going with a hunt single with one out. She
moved to second on Hildebrand's fielder's choice to third.
Muskiewicz drove her home with a RBI double. Novak
sent Muskiewicz home with a base hit to left. The two
runs gave the Eagles a 5-3 lead.
Avon lied it up with two runs of their own in tlio top
of the fifth. Turza started the rally with a one-out triple.
Zisko sent her home with a single. Lavelle followed with
another single. Zisko scored on a double-steal play, as the
Cardinals threw the ball around trying to nab one of the
Avon baserunners.
The score remained 5-5 until the Eagles recaptured the
lead with a run in the seventh. Turza, who reached base
on a one-out single, moved to second on Zisko's ground
ball out to the pitcher. She stole second and scored on a
wild pitch.
Brookside's Debi Ondercin tied the game in the bottom
of tho seventh in much the same fashion. Ondercin led off
with a single, stole second, moved to third on a wild pilch
and scored on a wild pitch.
Avon won the game in the ninth. The Eagles' number
nine hitter, Sara Stacharczyk walked with one out. Turza
singled. Zisko singled and sent Stacharczyk home. Lavelle
singled to drive home Turza. Carter followed with yetanother single to send Zisko home.
Brooksido tried to mount another rally in the bottom of
Ihe ninth. However, by then, the Cardinals ran out- of
offense. Taylor Radeff reached base on an error with one
out. She stole second, moved to third on a ground out to
the pitcher and scored on a wild pitch.
The Eagles return to the field today for a 4:30 p.m.
game at Firelands. They host Wellington Friday.
Brookside hosts Keystone today at 4:30 p.m. 'and
Clearvievv Friday. They'll travel to Rocky River this weekend to compete in this year's Rocky River Invitational.
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AVON
• Avon Lake track and field teams faced off against a formidable field at last Saturday's Miele Invitational, held at
Gilmour Academy.
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• Both Avon Lake teams competed in the meet's "largo
school" divisions. While ending in the middle of the pack
in the final standings, both learns fared well against slate
caliber competition.
Katie Nowak led the way with a first-place finish in the
girls pole vault (10-3) and second-place finish in the QOO
meters [2:20.09].
Kelly Fleet finished second in the shot put (37-10).
Lindsay Daniels placed second in the high jump (5-2).
Nicole Feronli scored third in the girls discus (107-10).
Katie Ickes took third in the 1,000 (5:24.5).
Several Shoremen contributed to Avon Lake's sixthplace finish.
Junior John Clifford led the field with a meet championship in the high jump. Clifford's mark of 6-4 was not
only the day's best, but a meet best. Clifford's teammate,
senior Trey Stross held the previous meet best of 6-3
which he set last year. Clifford also ran on the 'fourth-place
4x200 and sixth-place 4x100 relay teams.
Brian Buchcr had an outstanding day as well, placing
second in'the 300 intermediate hurdles, fourth in the
110m high hurdles and sixth in the high jump.
Sean Murello placed second in the shot put (50-7.5)
and scored sixth in tho discus. Senior newcomer Tony
Smerk look third in the discus with a personal best of 1337 in only his fourth-ever meet.
Track and Field
"Tony just picked up the discus for the first time
ever just four weeks ago and has really progressod in
this short time," Shoremen head coach Keith Kauffman
said. "He has a great work ethic and is a quick learner.
Hopefully, he'll be able to help us out come conference
meet time."
Jason Brunner placed seventh in the QOO. Todd
Kauffman placed seventh in the 1,000. The 4x800 relay
team of Colin McDermolt, Brad Ralston, Mike Knapp and
Nick Cobos placed fifth. The 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams
included Clifford, Brian Pettys, Sean Linder and Chris
Rau.
Midview. Brookside's girls finished seventh (34 points).
Avon's Matt Stankiewicz earned the'only first-place
finish between both teams in the meet. Stankiewicz won
the no-motor hurdles with a time of 16 seconds.
Leann Locurto, Michelle Perry, Christine Fisher and
Laura Gronowsld scored one of three Eagle first places with
a winning time of 4:22.7 in the 4x400. Fisher, Locurto,1
Malory Weber and Kellie Johnson placed first in the girls
distance medley. Johnson won the 1,600 with a time of
G:OG.4.
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Eagles, Cards battle at Midview
Avon and Brookside competed at last Friday's
Midview Relays.
Avon's boys placed fifth (77 points). Brookside finished seventh (30.5 points). North Ridgeville won the
overall meel title with 109 points. Avon placed third in the
girls meet {35 poinls), 18 points behind meel champion
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bock on (he fiofd.
Three weeks after the injury, he saw
some action on offense in Avon Lake's
regional semifinal victory against
Amherst. Urbin returned to the defense
the following week and never loft the
lineup.
"Miko's nlhlotic ability is well documented," Dlugosz said. "He's overcome
some major adversity. He's gone through
some things that would'vo sidelined
most anyone else. When things got
tough all anyone had to do was look in
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County First Team Defense award winner.
Urbin, \vho underwent major back
surgery earlier in Ins career, suffered a
scary spinal cord injury when ho landed
headfirst on a play against West lake in
week nine of this past season. After his
release from the hospital, Urbin
returned to the practice field as a student-coach. It wasn't long before he was
The Eagles, who hosted Midview on
Monday and North Ridgeville Tuesday,
will travel to Southview tomorrow for a 4
p.m. match. They go to Avon Lake on
Friday and Saturday for this year's LCAAA
tournament.
TENNIS, from page 25
The next day Wolf and Miraldi both
scored hard earned two-set victories in
. first singles. Wolf beat Jeff Fogel 6-3, 7-5.
Miraldi defeated Shawn Bally 7-5, 7-5. Iyer
and Willsmer topped Pat Runta and Grant
Gradisck 6-1, 6-1 in first doubles. Brian
Mitterko and Mike Crosby edged Matt
•Hodgson and AJ. Fowl 7-5, 7-6 [8-6) in
second doubles.
Avon scored another victory with a 3-2
win Wednesday against the Oborlin
Indians. The Eagles swept both doubles
matches and won at third singles.
Iyer and Willsmer boat Evan Poirson
and Robb Schubert 6-1, 6-2 infirstdoubles. Alex Henderson and Milterko beat
Andy Miller and Dylan Cowlcy in a hardfought match that went three sets, 6-1, 5-7
and 6-1. Zavell topped Eddie Miller G-2, G1 in third singles.
Shoremen top Wooster
Avon Lake defeated Wooster 3-2
Saturday.
Alex Trezciak and Nolan Keenan
earned victories in first singles. Jacob
Zuberi and Adam Wilkinson won in second singles.
Of the throe Shoremen victories, only
Trezciak's was in two sets (G-3, G-4).
Keenan won his match G-4, 6-7, G-4.
Zuberi and Wilkinson won 6-2,1-G, 6-2.
The Shoremen host Amherst today and
travel to Rocky River Thursday. On
Saturday, they'll host the LCAAA tournament. The Shoremen placed second last '
year.
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Pirate champs
Avon Lake residents Jacob Barnaby and Aidan Moran helped their Rocky River Pirate
teammates win this year's Mite B March Madness tournament championship. Barnaby,
a goalkeeper, faced 235 shots and made 186 saves. He scored two goals and one
assist. Moran scored six goals and nine assists. The team is, front row (L-R): James
Cook, Jon Novak, Jimmy Grisanti, Alex Bonsky, Austin Weaver, Barnaby. Second row:
Jack Grisanti, Connor Rechin, Connor Schumaker, Moran, Ryan Gilboy, Carter Walsh,
Adam Fife. Back row: Coach Pat Walsh, Head Coach Jason Novak, Coach Greg Fife.
Not pictureoVCoach Scolt Schumaker, Team Manager Melissa M. Novak.
the huddle arid sec? what Mike Urlwn
went through. The Inspiration Award is
perfect for him. In addition to being a
skilled football player, he's a leader, is
introspective and understands the intricacies of the game. I le's going to make a
great football coach someday."
Only four other members of the
Shoremen football family, Mike
D'Androa. Brian Jones, Tyler Boohor
and Dlngosz, have been honored in past
seasons by the NEO National Football
Foundation.
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SPORTS SPOT
Eagle boys b-ball golf scramble
Adult open play tennis
The Avon boys basketball program is hosting a
four-man scramble at Bob-0-Link on May 7. Tee
imes start at 10 am, Cost is $50 per golfer.
Includes 18 holes, cart, door prizes, lunch, steak dinner, beverages, prize holes, raffles and skins game.
Contact Bob-0-Link at 934-6217 for a tee time.
Call coach Jim Baker if you have any questions.
The Avon Lake Parks and Recreation
Department is hosting open play tennis for adults,
All skill levels are welcome. Program stars June 30
and runs through Aug. 4, meeting Thursdays from
6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Avon Lake High School tennis
courts. Please call Avon Lake Parks and Recreation
at 930-4130 to register for this free program.
Shoremen football camp
ALSO seeks sponsors
Registration is open for the annual Shoremen
Football Skills Camp. Camp opens June 20 and runs
through June 23. The program is open to all boys
entering grades 4-7 in August of 2005. Camp will
meet from 9:30-11:30 am at the Avon Lake High
School East Gym. Registration is $40 and includes
a T-shirt and a football. Campers will be instructed
by Shoremen football staff and players. Call 9335164 to register or for info, Deadline is June 3.
A youth volleyball camp will take place May 1619 at Avon Lake High School Competition Gym.
Grades 1 and 2 will meet from 5-6 p.m. Grades 3
and 4 will meet from 6-7 p.m. Grades 5 and 6 will
meet from 3:30-5 p.m. The cost of this camp is
$30.00 and includes an Avon Lake Youth Volleyball
T-Shirt If your student is interested in attending the
camp and has not received a form, please call the
Athletic Department at 933-5164, option 2.
The Avon Lake Soccer Organization is seeking
program sponsors and advertisers (or this year's
Father's Day Soccer Tournament scheduled for June
18-19 at Troy and Learwood schools in Avon Lake
and Cahoon Park in Bay Village. Each year this tournament attracts nearly 100 teams from across Ohio
and the multi-state region. II is the primary means of
support for the Avon Lake Soccer Organization and its
more than 900 participating children. All advertisements are tax-deductible. Tournament sponsors
receive recognition on the program cover and a fullpage ad, as well as logo identification on the T-shirt
and ALSO signage. If you are interested in becoming
a sponsor, or in advertising, please call Suzanne
K/ause at 933-6336. The tournament committee is
also looking for volunteers to assist with concessions
and field marshalling duties on those days. If you would
like to volunteer, or learn more about Ihe tournament,
please contact either Barbara D'Angelo at 930-5487
or Holly Spitz at 933-8936.
Youth tennis lessons
Cheer classes
Youth volleyball camp
The Avon Lake Parks and Recreation
Department is hosting a USA Tennis 1-2-3 (ages 617) program. Registration forms are available online
at www.avon1ake.org or at the Avon Lake Parks and
Recreation office, 150 Avon Belden Road. Participants
' will be instructed in scoring, etiquette, forehand, backhand, serves, and volleys. Class meets June 20-Aug. 5
at Bleser Park Questions call, 930-4130.
Adult tennis lessons
The Avon Lake Parks arid Recreation
Department is hosting a USA Tennis 1-2-3 program
for adults. Instruction includes proper grips, scoring,
singles, doubles, drills, and more. Class meets July 2Aug. 6 on Saturdays from 10-11 am. at Bleser Park
Register by calling Avon Lake Parks and Recreation
at 930-4130. Cost: $45 resident/$55 non-residents.
Avon Lake High School cheerleaders and coach
Michelle Sabol are hosting acheeileading clinic May 21
al the Old Firehouse. Clinic meets from 10 am-2 pm
Cost is $15, indudes snack Call 930-4136 to register.
Taekwondo class
The Avon Lake Parks and Recreation
Department is hosting Taekwondo classes every
Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6-7:30 pm
Cost is $20 per month per student Cost prorated
for additional family members. First class is free for
new students. Call 930-4135 for info or to register.
AL swim lessons
The Ellen Trfvanovich Learn-to-Swim program
offers lessons for all skill levels from beginning to
advanced through the American Red Cross Learn-toSwim Program, All instructors are Certified Red Cross
Lifeguards. Registration will lake place at the Avon Lake
High School Commons April 30 from 9 am.-1pm and
May 2 from 6-9 pm If space is available, registrations
will be accepted at the recreation department 150 Avon
Belclen Road from 9 am.-2 pm beginning May 4, Nonresidents accepted on waiting list only, You may only
register for one session at a time. For example, if your
child participates in Session 1 /Level 1 and passes, you
can then register him/her lor Session 2/Level 2.
Registration forms will be sent home with students
attending Avon Lake City Schools or may be downloaded from www.avonlake.org (search: recreation
events!), Forms are also available at the parks and recreation department 150 Avon Belden Rd, between 830
ara-430 pm Questions, please call 930-4130.
AL pool passes
The Avon Lake Parks and Recreation
Department will start selling Ellen Trivanovlch
Municipal Pool passes starling April 30 at the Avon
Lake High School commons. Avon Lake residents
only. A photo ID system will be used. For those not
wishing to purchase a membership, daily admission
fees are available when accompanied by a valid proof
of residency. You can also renew your ID card for
admission into the pool this summer by sending in
your fees for the 2005 season along with a completed pass application form. Forms may be downloaded
from wwwavonlake.org (search: recreation events) or
picked up at the parks and recreation department,
150 Avon Belden Road between the hours of 8:30
am. and 4:30 p.m. If you have your pass from last
season, upon payment, your pass will be automatically renewed. New pass holders are invited to sign up
early. Sale dates, times and locations are as follows:
April 30 (9 a.m-1 p.m, ALMS commons); May 2 (68 pm, ALHS commons; May 12 (6-8 p.m. Lake
House, 32756 Lake Road). May 17 (6-8 pm, Lake
House). After May 17, registration will take place at
the Ellen Trivanovich Municipal Rwl during normal
hours of operation from 1 -9 pm, weather permitting.
AL swim team registration
The Avon Lake Summer Recreation Swim Team
registration take place 9 am-noon on April 16 at
the Old Firehouse located at the corner of Lake
Road and SR-83. You may also download a registration form online at www.avonlake.org and bring it
lo registration. Cost is $50 for the first child and
$45 for each additional child. Registrations received
after April 16 will be assessed a $10 late fee.
Registration will close on April 30. No applications
will be accepted after April 30. Children must be 5
to 18 years of age and able to swim one length of
the pool (25 yards, any "stroke). The Avon Lake
Summer Recreational Swim Team is open to Avon
Lake residents only. Suit try-on and sportswear
orders will be taken at registration. A swim meet
schedule and a list of important dates will also be
available at registration. Applications for the junior
coaching positions are also being accepted.
Application
forms
can
be
found
on
www.avonlake.org or in the High School guidance
office. All junior coaching applications are due April
16. No applications will be accepted after April 16.
Call the Avon Lake Recreation Department at 9304130 or check out' the websile at www.avonlake.org.
AL Couples Golf League
The Avon Lake Couples Golf League is looking
for new members. The league plays Friday evenings
from June-August at Sweetbriar. Call Lee Scullin at
(440) 331-7005 for info or to join.
Sweetbriar women's league
The Sweetfariar Women's 18-hole Golf League
seeks members. League meets every Tuesday begirvning May 3 and runs through Sepi 20. Membership is
$35. A spring kickoff luncheon will take place April 26.
Women of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Call
Mary Ann Specht; president, at 930-2196 for info.
Golf league seeks members
The Avon Lake Women's Golf League is seeking new members. The league meets every Tuesday
morning for nine holes at Bob-0-Link Golf Course.
Ray starts May 3 and ends Aug. 30. Women golfers
of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact
Jean Hrin, president, at 327-7344 by April 20.
Beach fitness program
Debfe Personal Training, along with the Avon Lake
Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a beach
fitness program starting May 2. The program will feature a variety of fun, energizing, cross training activities.
The workout is modified to your fitness level and
leaves you energized and invigorated each time.
Session starts May 2 at 530 am and 930 am. The
cost is $199 for 3-days per week Each session runs
4 weeks, one hour per day, Space is limited For more
details or to join, call (440) 355-6100 or visit
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Financial strategies help 'empty nesters' reach financial goals
If your children are grown and out of Uio house, you
may have some adjustments to make in your life-especially in Uie way you save and invest. By taking the right
steps, you can use your new "empty nest" status as an
opportunity to help speed up your progress toward some
important financial goals.
Which types of Financial moves should you mako at
this stage of your life? You could, of course, immediately
get on e-Bay and sell all the possessions your children
have left behind-but that could lead to a few awkward
moments at your next family gathering. Instead, consider
these suggestions:
• Assess your level of disposable income — If your children have left home for college, you obviously may be
incurring some big expenses. But if they're done with
school, and truly out on their own, you might find
yoursDlf with some additional disposable income. .Try
to estimate about how much more money you now
have each month.
• Pay down debts — Assuming you have "freed up"
some income, you may want to use some of it to pay
off some debts, especially if you have high-rale credit
cards. The lower your debt payments, the more you'll
have available to invest.
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Reported By
Russell
Raymond
• Build your retirement savings — The departure of
your grown children may well coincide with some of
the highest earning years of your life. If so, you may
have the means to significantly increase the amount of
money you put away for retirement. If you haven't
already "maxed out" on your IRA and 401{k), now may
be the time to do so. And if you are already putting in
the maximum to these tax-advantaged plans, consider
investing in a fixed annuity, which offers tax-deferred
earnings and allows you to contribute virtually as
much as you want.
• Review your investment mix — Once you are through
paying for college, you may want to scrutinize your
investment mix to see if it still meets your needs. You
might want to consider rebalancing your portfolio and
taking a somewhat more conservative approach to
investing, especially in the years immediately preceding your retirement. However, keep in mind that you;
will still need to diversify your holdings-and, even
when you retire, you'll need to have some growth-oriented vehicles in your portfolio.
Consider buying a smaller house — If you are living in
a big house, and you no longer need all that space, you
might want to consider "downsizing" your living
arrangements. As long as you've owned and lived in
your home for at least two years within the five years
preceding its sale, you may be able to exclude up to"
3250,000 in capital gains, or 3500,000 if you're married
and filing a joint return. (See your tax advisor for the.
numbers that apply to your individual situation.) So, if
you buy a smaller home, you could pocket a tidy sum,'
which you can then use for your retirement or to fulfill
some long-held dreams of traveling.
Start "padding" your nest—
You may find it a bittersweet experience when your:
children grow iip and leave home for good. Yet, by following the above suggestions, you may discover that
your empty nest may be full of opportunities for you to
build your financial security.
Kopf wins North Coast BIA Builder, Developer of the Year awards
North Coast BIA members were honored on
April 8 for their achievements at the llth annual Circle of Excellence Awards Gala held at the
Spitzer Conference Center at Lorain County
Community College. These awards are given in
recognition of excellence in sales and marketing in the new home industry. They are presented annually to builders, developers, associates and salespeople who are members of the
North Coast BIA and have made a significant
and creative contribution in residential marketing through their achievements.
Btiildor of the Year went to Bucky Kopf of
. Kopf Construction who also won for Developer
of Die Year and Planned Unit Development of
: the Year. Kopf took home two awards for Single Family Product Design 1,500-2,500 sq. ft.
and 2,501-3,500 sq. ft. and two awards for
Condo Cluster Product Design for 2,001-2,500
sq. ft. and over 2,500 sq. ft. Kopf Construction also won
for Condo Cluster Exterior Architectural Design 2,0012,500 sq. ft.
Associate of the Year honors went to Mary Felton of
LandAmerica Lorain County Title Company. The company also won three other marketing awards that night.
This year, the prestigious Rcmodeler of the Year award
was a tie. Winners were Terry Bennett of Terry Bennett
Builders & Remodolers and Chris S. Majzun, Jr. of Majzun
Construction Co.
Terry Bennett Builders also received two awards for
Overall Addition, two for Kitchen
Remodeling and one for Bathroom
Remodeling as well as awards for
Condo Cluster Product Design and
Condo Cluster Exterior Architectural
Design.
Majzun received awards for Commercial Renovation and Single Family Product Design.
Advertising and Marketing
Awards were given to Osier Homes,
Caruso's Cabinets, Lorain County
Title Company. Anthony's Promotions, K.J. Perritt Homes, North
Shore Homes and SDC Homes &
Neighborhoods.
mterior Merchandising Awards
" were presented to Stenger Builders &
Developers, R.J. Perritt Homes, Bennett Builders & Oster Homes.
Product Design Awards were given to Moreland
Homes, Majzun Construction, Bennett Builders, Kopf
Construction, Oster Homos, Arbor Homes, R.J. Perritt
Homes, Hearth Homes, Stcngcr Builders & Developers and
Brady Cam I, LLC.
The coveted awards for Custom Home of the Year were
presented to Arbor Homes for S250,00-S500,000; Hearth
Homes from 5500,000-31,000,000 and Grande Maison for
over 31,000,000.
Awards for Exterior Architectural Design were pre-
sented to Oster Homes, R.J. Perritt Homes, Grande
Masion, Kopf Construction, and Terry Bennett Builders
& Remodelers with the award for Smart Growth Development of the Year going to Oster Homes.
Service awards were presented to Judie Docs of Bennett Builders for Outstanding Sales Manager; Sean Boutin
of SDC Homes & Neighborhoods for Superintendent/Production Manager; and Robert Sexton of SDC Homes &
Neighborhoods for Customer Service/Warranty Manager.
Material Supplier of the Year went to Caruso's Cabinets
with Service Supplier of the Year going to KS Associates.
Sales awards were earned by Nicole Rollins of Oster
Homos, Katliy Schnelzler of Moreland Homes, Judie Docs
of Bennett Builders, and Tom Sear and Sue Torok of SDC
Homes & Neighborhoods.
Barilla is head and shoulders above the competition
Republicans should put best foot forward, Vote Barilla for Judge
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Judicial Candidate, James
V. Barilla has the best
overall background, experience, and vision for the
Avon Lake Municipal
Court. Barilla's plan for
the Court centers on
accountability and fiscal
conservatism. The three
main priorities that Barilla
has for the Court are to:
(1) Bring back "hard
labor" for criminals.
Barilla believes that criminals should truly "pay
James V. Barilla
their debt to society" by
footing the bill for their room and board when they are sentenced to jail. Barilla finds it offensive that criminals sit in
air-conditioned rooms watching cable television while
law-abiding citizens are working and paying taxes; (2) Use
cameras in the courtroom to videotape trials lo be played
on cable access television. Barilla believes a camera in the
courtroom will discourage crime and the tiling of frivolous
lawsuits. Barilla believes that the public should see how
all the participants of the court do their jobs and that true
accountability can only be had with full access; (3) Reduce
significantly the reoccurrence of drug and alcohol related
crime in the Avon, Avon Lake, Sheffield Village area.
Through public and private grant money, Barilla will begin
a Drug Court program that will bombard non-violent, firsttime violators of the law with drug and alcohol counseling
services, community service and mandatory requirements
to pay full restitution to their victims. Barilla has five
years of experience running a successful drug court and as
President George W. Bush has advocated, "When you correct an addiction, you save taxpayer money."
Barilla, who earned his Juris Doctor from the Case
Western Reserve School of Law in 1992 and his law
license the same year, has been a Juvenile Court Magistrate for eight years with a history of holding violators of
the law accountable and protecting the rights of Lorain
County victims and families. As a Magistrate he has
decided more man 4000 criminal, civil and delinquency
cases and more than 2000 traffic cases. He has more judicial experience than all the oilier candidates combined and
has a remarkable 99.96% accuracy record. In October
2004, the Morning Journal reported, "Barilla is obviously
qualified to be Judge"
Barilla, a magna cum laude graduate of the University
of Akron with a B.S. in Political Science/Criminal Justice
and an Avon Lake High School graduate, is a resident of
Avon Lake, where he lives with his wife, Jody, and two
children, Dominic, 7 and Marisa, 5. Prior to joining Judge
Paulette J. Lilly's staff as a Magistrate, Barilla, worked as
associate counsel for the Avon Lake law firm of Smith and
Smith Attorneys, Barilla is a member in good standing of
the Lorain County Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar
Association, Uie Ohio Magistrates Association, the Ohio
Domestic Relations Judges Association, and the National
Association of Drug Court Professionals. Barilla is a former member of the Lorain County Bar Association Legal
Ethics and Grievances Committee. He is a former Board
President of Community Resource Services, a non-profit
charitable organization serving the residents of Avon and
Avon Lake. Barilla currently serves on the Genesis House
Board of Directors as the Board Treasurer and recently
served on the "Communities that Care" Board of
Directors. Barilla has been recognized by Uie Ohio
Supreme Court Judicial College for training Judges and
Magistrates in law and was recognized for dedication and
exemplary service with abused/neglected children and for
training Lorain County CASA/"Voiccs for Children" volunteers. Barilla stales, "My thirteen years of criminal and
civil legal experience combined with my eight years of
full-time judicial experience and community service separates me from my opponents". While others hope or
believe they will make good judges, Barilla's record on the
bench proves that he will. On May 3rd, Barilla will only
appear on the Republican Ballot, so please request a
Republican Ballot and Vote James V. Barilla for Judge.
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Help on what to do if you cannot pay the mortgage
Sometimes tilings
things just do not work
work
out the way they are planned, Divorcu,
loss of a job, too liioh
high a inorteace
mortgage paypay
ment after the loan discount period or
other unforeseen, unaccountable situation has occurred and you are unable to
make the next scheduled mortgage payment. What can you do?
The best thing of course is to be able
to temporarily borrow the payment
because if you rrviss just ono mortgage
payment, your mortgage holder will flag
you as a bad risk and may immediately
call for full payment of your outstanding balance. Under guidelines released
by HUD in 2000 called "loss mitigation." this should not happen. However,
not everyone is entitled to loss mitigation.
If your problem is just a one or two
month problem, then borrow the money
from a family member or a friend. If
your problem is going to be a longerterm problem, you arc best to put the
house on the market and sell it as soon
as possible. Why, because if you miss
more than throe payments, the process
of foreclosure will bo officially under-
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If you can do nothing but begin missing payments, you will officially be
notified of the beginning of foreclosure
proceedings after about nine or 10
missed payments. At this point, with
the aid of an attorney, you could request
the mortgage lean holder accept a
"deod-in-lieu" of foreclosure. It is much
bettor to have a few missed payments on
your credit report than a foreclosure.
Many limes your attorney can convince
the bank to not litigate against you for
the missed payments. The dced-in-licu
process will typically only be acceptable to the bank before the 12lh missed
payment.
.In 12-18 months, the property will be
sent to the coimly
to take the properly and resale it as best
county sheriff lo enforce
HUD have
eviction and to determine a date for a they can. Banks, FHA and Ml
sheriff sale. You
You will be evicted and
and the
instituted guidelines,
Guidelines, which hhave lead
to the timing scenario described above.
home will bo auctioned for s;ilc to the
highest but dor.
The minimum of the 12-.10 month time
frame before a sheriff sale does give disThis sad situation usually happens lo
tressed homeowners an opportunity to
buyers who recently purchased their
resolve their difficulties through what is
homes with little or no money down and
called a "short sale" of the property.
with little reserve cash who did not
Under specific guidelines, most lending
expect the misfortune that followed their
purchase. Since our local economy has institutions will allow the homeowner
boon slow and housing prices rather stag- to walk away from their mortgage and
nate, a home could also appraise this year home if a sale can be arranged even
for less then it did last year. There also ' though that sale will result in a less than
full mortgage pay-off, a short sale.
has been a refinancing boom over the last
There is a very specific process
several years when many homeowners
requested and received refinancing for which must bo followed for this to occur
100 percent of the real value of their and only a few realtors are properly
trained to list, market and soil a properhomes because appraisers were inclined
to appraise homes for whatever the owner ty as a short sale. The benefits to the
wished which in many cases were 10-20 home owner and to our area in general
will he well served if every home owner
percent higher than true market value,
who believes they may.be in a short sale
Today there are over 1,200 homes in
situation, contact a realtor trained in
Lorain County, which are bank owned
and the number increases daily. Bonks short sale procedures lo help them
do not want property, they want owners move on without a foreclosure.
This is a paid advurtisenient by Ken
to make the agreed to payments, but
Kodger of RE/MAX Homeward Bound.
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cancer survivors. If you or someone you know is currently battling cancer or
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Max & Erma's offers choices freshly prepared for the whole family
By Cynthia Schuster-Eakin
Tlio next lime you arc searching for a restaurant
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Erma's to your list. There is something for every Uisle
at this cozy neighborhood restaurant.
Parents can on joy freshly prepared steaks and
seafood, while the kids can order a no of the burgers
t h a t made the Coluntbus-basud restaurant chain
famous in 1972. The youngsters will also enjoy tho
game room, and tho mako-yonr-own-sundae bur in a
bathtub is always a big hit.
Start your meal by sharing an order of crab, spinach
and artichoke dip served with tortilla chips (S7.70), or
tlio pork and vegetable filled Asian pot stickers with
scsnmo dipping sauce (SO.59). Black bean tortilla roll
ups served with low-fat Tex-Mex dressing and pico de
gallo (S6.9Q) are a guilt-free way to nosh, with 10.4
grains of fat..Max and Erma's secret recipe chicken
tortilla soup is topped with crispy tortilla strips
(S3.29), while the hearty beef chili is served with
Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses and onions on the
sidii {.$4.79). An Ultimate Combo includes your choice
of soup, salad, bakud potato or half sandwich for $7.59,
and makes a quick lunch.
The lialf-entrco,chicken Caesar salad with a garlic
bread stick (SG.59) proved to be more than enough for
^ lunch on the occasion of my last visit. Other ineal\sized salads are the Hula Uovvl, with chargrilled
!i chicken, Mandarin oranges, pineapple and rice
"noodles with fat-free honey mustard dressing (SB.99),
and the Third Street salad, with greens, almonds,
bacon, bleu cheese and red onions tossed in sweet and
tangy dressing (50.99).
• Burgers are offered in the original 10-ounce size, or
as a smaller six-ounce version. The garbage burger
($7.99) is the most famous, or infamous, and is topped
with! cheddar, mozzarella, American and Swiss
cheeses, bacon, grilled onions, guacamole, marinara
sauce and saut6ed mushrooms. Talk about-messy eating. You will need extra napkins for this one. Low-carb
c!inters can order the burger stack, with two six-ounce
burgers topped with melted chuddar and Swiss choose,
crisp bacon, minus the bun, with a side of steamed
broccoli ($8.99).
A companion enjoyed a grilled chicken sandwich
topped with sautded mushrooms and Swiss cheese
($8.49), served with a generous order of seasoned fries.
Also on the sandwich menu are roasted tomato and
mozzarella'chicken with fresh basil on ciabalta bread
($8.99), a grilled Alaskan salmon burger ($7.99), Philly .
"steak ($7.99) a'na a simple.lurkoy.cliib ($7.79).
••'•#£'-' Steaks and barbecuediibs are featured at Max and..;-'
Erma's/A 12-ounce.Ne\v York-strip topped with bleu
cheese crumbles, served -with broccoli and n lowcarb salad, is $10.99. A petite filet on top of porlabello mushrooms and Dijon mustard sauce, with a
baked potato and salad, is S15.99. You can get a full
slab of Max's barbecued ribs for $18.99, or a half slab
for $12.99.
Other entrfio selections are Atlantic salmon drizzled with a spicy Asian glaze ($13.99), Caribbean
chicken lopped with fruit salsa (S10.99J, Cajun shrimp
and pasta in Alfredo sauce (S10.90), Erma's mcatloaf
(S9.59) or chicken pot pie (SB.99), and your choice of
chicken, steak (£12.49) or portabella mushroom fa jit as
(S10.99).
There Is a children's menu with items like corn
dogs, grilled cheese, hurgers, mac and cheese and
chicken fingers. In addition to the aforementioned sundae bar, desserts include chocolate cake, banana cream
pie, warm chocolate chip cookies and caramel fudge
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AVON LAKE CABLE
Program liuu-up for Ilia wtink of April 20-2G, 2005.
Public Access Channel 99
"City Government 101," hosted by Jan Van Wagner
and Jean Sekulic, 12 p.m.; 8 p.m.; 4 a.m.
"Your Health Connection," with Carolyn Fordyco,
1 p.m.; 9 p.m.; 5 a.m.
Anthony Manning, candidate for Municipal Judge,
2 p.m.; 10 p.m. G a.m.
John Keshock, candidate for Municipal Judge,
3 p.m.; 11 p.m.; 7 a.m.
Sunday service of the Lakeshore United Methodist
Church, 4 p.m.; 12 a.m.; a a.m.
"Coastal Connection," with host Kathleen Wilhclm,
5 p.m.; 1 a.m.; 0 a.m.
.Darrel BHancini, candidate for Municipal Judge,
7 p.m.; 3 a.m.; 11 a.m.
(The Avon Lake United Church of Christ broadcasts
its service! live on Sunday mornings at 9 and n a.m.)
Kathleen talks with judge candidates, David Long,
John Keshock and Patrick Mackin as well as Avonon-tho-Lako Garden Club members Mary Pajak and
Government Access Channel 12
Janulle Schubmeli. Candidates Anthony Manning,
Avon Lake City Council collective committee
Darrel BMancini and Keshock also have indepenmeeting of A p r i l 10. 7 a.in./p.m.; 1 a.m./p.m.
dent "Moot the Candidates" shows. On this week's
"Education News I'areitls Can Use," produced by
"City Government 101" Jan and Joan talk with new
the U.S. Department of E d u c a t i o n , 11 a.m./p.m"; Avon Lake Schools superintendent Robert Scott.
5 a.m./p.m.
Wound care is the topic on "Your Health
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SHOWS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Bob Newhart
Bob Newhart will be at the Palace Theatre on May
1 at 3 p.m. Tickets are S44.50, S40.50 and S30.50.
Tickets may bo purchased at the Playhouse Square Box
Office; online at www.playhousesquare.com; or by
phone at (800) 7G6-G048.
Sesame Street Live is 'Out of This World!'
"Out of This World!" will entertain families at the State
Theatre at Playhouse Square Center from May 5-8. Ticket!?
are S12 and $18. A limited number of S24 premium seats
are also available. Opening night, all seats (including pro, mium) are 312. A facility fee of S2.50 is included in all
ticket prices. Additional fees and discounts may apply.
For more information, call (21G) 771-4444. Tickets are
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G. Tickets are S55, $45 and S37 at the Playhouse Square
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Billy Idol
Billy Idol will be at Scene Pavilion on May 13 at 8 '
p.m. Tickets are $37.50 and $27.50 at all Ticketmaster
ticket centers including Kaufmann's and select Giant
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. Keane, with guest Brendan Benson, will be at Scene
Pavilion on May 22 at 7 p.m. Tickets are S20 at all Ticket-
Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago will be at Tower
City Amphitheater on July 20 at 7 p.m.
Ruben Studdard
LeAnn Rimes
Ruben Studdard will be at the Tower City Amphitheater on May 29 at 9 p.m. General admission tickets are $25.
LeAnn Rimes will be at the Tower City
Amphitheater on Sept. 2 at 9 p.m. Reserved seats
are $32.50.
Hairspray
Hairspray is coming to Playhouse Square Center's State
Theatre June 14-26. Hairspray will play Tuesday-Saturday
evenings at 0 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday
at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets range from S27.50-S77.50
[plus handling) and may bo purchased in person at the
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location; by phone at (216) 241-GOOO; or online at
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Meat Loaf
Meat Loaf will bo at the Tower City Amphitheater
on Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Reserved seats are $52.50,
$42.50 and general admission tickets are S23.50.
Dave Matthews Band
Dave Matthews Band will bo at Blossom on June 15 at
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The Moody Blues
The Moody Blues will bo at the Tower City Amphitheater on July 1 at 7:30 p.m. Reserved seats are 349.50 and
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Hall & Oates
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Picketing at library leads to driveway being blocked
Where else?
AVON LAKE POLICE
BLOTTER
A Redwood Drive woman called in last week to report a
raccoon in a tree hollow on her property. The dog warden
was toned to the scene for assistance.
By D M Warnke
Officers were called to the library April 14 when
picketers began to block cars coming in the drive. Units
were sent over and security In the library was contacted as
well. The situation was resolved for the time being and
officers cleared the scene.
Tailgater
A woman driving down Avon Belden Road called in to
report a car had been following her since Bay Village. Police
were given a partial description of the car and plate number,
and units on patrol were advised of the complaint
Missing tabby
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An alarm company called in a sunroom alarm at a Weatherhtll Court address last week. A unit was sent over, and
officers found the exterior door to the sunroom open, but
the door to the home secure.
Tell mom
A Camelot Road woman called in last week to report her
7-year-old son missing. It turned out he was playing in the
woods nearby with a neighbor.
Out of control
A Coventry Court woman called in last week to report
losing her cat. Officers were given a description of the
animal and units on patrol advised.
Move it
A Redwood Drive woman called in to report a vehicle
parked on the street for over 24 hours. A unit was sent over
and the owner notified to get the car moved.
A report came in of loud and obnoxious teens causing
problems and throwing rocks at the skate park. Police
walked down, but the suspects were,gone when they
arrived.
Hothouse
The fire department was called to a Charleston Drive
address last week when a home under construction started
smoking. The situation was put under control quickly and
officials cleared the scene.
Pest
A woman working at a Pin Oak Parkway business called
in last week to 'report being harassed over the telephone.
She was advised on her courses of action and a report was
filed on the matter.
Visitor
A woman living on Avon Point Drive called in to report a
suspicious car in the drive for over 20 minutes. A unit was
sent over to investigate.
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Mayfield Heights police called in to report having a man.
wanted on warrant in custody last week. The man was
picked up, processed and released.
Shout out
Elyria police called in April 16 to request a unit be sent
to a local address to contact the parents of a teen. A unit
was sent over and no one was home. Another attempt to
contact was made an hour later with the same results.
Wicker gone
Employees at Michael's called in last week to report a
theft from the back room of the store. A report was filed for
insurance purposes.
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The rescue squad was toned to a Nottingham Drive
address last week when a woman fell and hurt her hip at
4:02 a.m. She was treated at the scene and transported for
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Trashy behavior
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truck in the woods behind her home apparently dumping
illegal goods. Units on patrol were advised to check out the
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Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's
signature'fundraising event. It is unique in that it
offers entire communities an opportunity to come
together to learn about and raise money for the fight against cancer.
Almost 60 teams participated in the 2004 Avon/Avon Lake Relay and
the event was attended by thousands of citizens of Avon, Avon Lake and
surrounding communities. The event raised over $126,000 for cancer
research, cancer education, cancer advocacy and services for cancer
patients and their families, including the many families in our community
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AVON LAKE MUNICIPAL COURT
Please note: posted fines do not includu court costs
Michael R. Perry, 2G15 Hale, Avon, fined $50 for
Improper display of plates and $250 for excessive
noise pollution.
Jennifer R. Harvey, 282 Moorewood, Avon Lake,
fined $45 for ignoring traffic control device.
._. Sean A. Boutin, 561 Avon Belden, Avon Lake,
fined $125 for game/fish violation.
Michael C. Galley, 39363 Stonefield, Avon, fined
•$5Q for no operator's license.
Joy A. Coffman, 121 N. Main, Walbridge, fined
$50 for no operator's license and S50 for standing
still in no parking zone.
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Kellen J. Dixon, 715 N. Abbe, Elyria, finod $200
for improper lane change and license suspended six
months'and fined 4350 for failure to maintain
physical control.
Matthew A. Drellishak, 2000 Ridgeland, Avon,
fined $50 for unauthorized use of motor vehicle.
Jean E: Eidnier, 24 Community, Avon, fined $75
for driving on right of roadway,
John V. Ferrell. 3588 E. 59, Cleveland, fined $50
for domestic violence.
Albert Flores, 3874 Fulton, Lorain, fined $100
for standing still in no parking zone and sentenced
to 10 days jail and fined $450 for driving under
suspension.
Paul Heim, 32305 Lake, Avon Lake, fined $100
for attempted hit/skip.
Benjamin C. Hutchinson, 150 Bcachwood, fined
$50 for failure to maintain reasonable control and
sentenced to 40 days jail, license suspended three
years, and fined $550 for operating motor vehicle
while impaired.
Susan S. Lester, 31407 Narraganselt, Day Village,
fined $50 for failure to assure clear distance.
Gregory Miller, 273G Colorado, Lorain, fined $50
for no operator's license and $100 for unauthorized
plates.
Arthur W. Pickens III, 1299 Filmore, Lorain,
sentenced to three days jail, license suspended six
months, and fined $350 for operating motor vehicle
while impaired.
Therese M. Stumphauzer, 5527 Riveredge,
Elyria, fined $50 for weaving and sentenced to
three days jail, license suspended six months, and
fined $350 for driving under the influence.
Eric S. Volruba, 6138 Townsend, Jacksonville,
Fla., fined $500 for failure to maintain physical
control and $100 for weaving.
Kenneth E. Waters, 1060 W. 38, Lorain, fined $50
for lane/line violation and $350 for no operator's
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| built-in desk. 1st fir laundry. $439,500.
Barb & Ginny Lindsay
440-933-9091
Wonderful floor plan! Large living room opens to dining room.
Eat-in kitchen. Breakfast bar opens to family room w/gas fireplace. Master bedroom is a dream w/walk-in closet and master bath. Privacy-fenced yard with patio. $236,900.
Kathy Lewis
440-933-9091
Excellent opportunity to be in Red Tail on a cul-de-sac. Quality
built by Leiden Homes. Shows like new. You could never duplicate at this price. 4 bdrms, 2Vt baths. $349,000.
440-933-9091
Cindi Smith
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AVON LAKE
NEW PRICE 4 bdrm, 2Vi bath, colonial on a cul-de-sac street
in central Avon Lake. Close to everything! All appliances stay,
Updated kitchen 2000, roof''97, plus many interior updates.
$219.500.
440-933-9091
John Lucfen
AVON LAKE
AVON LAKE
Open porch addition & well-finished lower level make this
house different from the rest. 4 bdrms ft ZVi baths.
Professionally landscaped, 2nd floor lolt. A true must-see!
$439.000. '
Michelle Forrester
440-933-9091
Expanded Newport II on a cul-de-sac. Inviting front porch, 2story foyer & open floor plan. Sunroom/den, sunny "Good
Horning" room, 4 bdrms & 2'/£ balhs. 3-car side-load garage.
$398.000.
Michelle Forrester
440-933-9091
AVON LAKE
440-933-9091
Kathy Lewis
GRAFTON
AVON LAKE
j Perritt built w/quality upgrades. Spacious & beautifully laid out
for everyday living and entertaining 4 brdm & 2'/S bath. Pretty
kitchen opens to family room. $319,900.
Excellent floor plan smartly designed for comfortable living i
entertaining. Over 112 acre, cul-de-sac, wooded lot. 4 bdrms,
baths. Large kitchen w/island 6 breakfast bar. Master
bdrm suite w/glamour bath. $284,800.
Barb & Ginny Lindsay
440-933-9091
New construction. 4 models to choose from 2+ acres. Move
in by Summer. $300's.
Selena Kimble
440-823-3540
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GRAFTON
LORAIN
I 2000 Colonial. Better than new. Quality upgrades. Desired
i location & designer decor. 1 st Ilr. family rm w/fircplace. 2nd fir J
! loft, spacious wooded lot. S229.900.
Totally renovated lop to bottom. Lots of closet space f> storage. Nice sized yard partially fenced. 4 bdrms. 1V£ baths.
$94.900.
Mary Nofel
440-933-9091
Avon; Lake/Avon
Inge Berg
440-933-9091
LORAIN
4 bdrm, 1'/; bath colonial. New windows, H20 lank 2003, roof
replaced 2000. Newer furnace & c/a. 12x12 deck overlooks
large fenced yard, $92.000.
Andy Tabor
Rocky River:
(440) 331-8500
440-933-9091
24/7 at:
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S249.900
SHEFFIELD LAKE-COLONIAL
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Balhs
5179.900
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579.900
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158 LEAR ROAD
« AVON LAKE, OH 44012
NEW LISTING-CondO Far Rent.
North Olmsted2BDRM.
Romodoled-now carpet, appliances, Moon, bath. Walk to GN
Mall S restaurants. Elevator, party room, pool, laundry. No pots.
SJjStVma plus deposit.
440-77 9-6023,
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AVON LAKE
37x38 heated
warehouse space with
300 Sq. Ft. air
conditioned office
440-933-4969
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FOR RENT
4BDKM.3FBTH,
Newly rraadtled, all appliances slay,
Istfxr laundry, basement, fireplace,
-1, feiKtdm bock yard.
''.'• • PrictCul $185,500
,-' ' . 216-440-6263
AVON LAKE 32466 Walker Road.
SBDflM, 1,900 sq.ft. colonial. Large,
landscaped tot, across (com winery
and golf course. Many upgrades.
Hardwood floors. Wood-burning slove.
New roof. Pella windows. S239.50Q.
440-933-5940
AVON LAKE Condo (Towne Center Community Campus) 4 Campus
Court. Open Sal-Sun 2-4pm.
2BDFW2FBTH ranch, 3 years old,
2-car attached garage. Many upgrades, move-in condition. Club
house w/pool/exercise room.
5187,900. 440-930-9130 or
440-339-6229
AVON LAKE Open house,
33803 Electric Blvd. *B13 -"
Sun. 1-4pm. 2BDRM lownhouse, end
unit, updated throughout, gas induced.
Newer windows, furnace and A/C. :'
Nicely landscaped. Immediate'. - • • • •
occupancy. 440-933-9986 . ' •
AVON LAKE Open Sun 2-Spm.
137 Tomahawk Drive. Move in and
relax, it's all donel Cape Cod ';
3-4BDRM/I.5BTH, c/a, 2-car attached
garage, landscaped/sprinkler •-system. 1685sq.lt./eOx1SO'tot.
5182,000440-930-2796 -..-
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SUNDAY, MPM
AVON LAKE
PRICE REDUCED
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t, hardwood floor, roof
Must Sell 8289,900
440-653-1568
AVON LAKE Smugglers Cove.
2BDRM/1.5BTH ranch-style condo
w/insuite laundry. Beautiful, screenedin porch. Updated rJecor. 576,000
440-933-6114, Open Sun Z-Spm.
AvbrTlAKE VERY CLEAN 3BDRM
ranch. 2-car garage, great schools.
Seller financing available. 5132,500,
440-258-7843
AVON LAKE: 351 Bellalre Road.
IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY!
3-5BDRM, 2 Full baths, country
• kitchen, 2-car garage, newer
windows, central air, next to
Inwood Park. $159,000. Call
440-934-7009 or 440-522-9925
KREIG BRUSNAHAN
FOR JUDGE
THE RIGHT BALANCE,
EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT.
Paid for by
Brusnahan For Judge CommillLV,
J.L. Malta Tres.,
32818 Walker Road
Avon Lake, OH
NORTH OLMSTED~2BDRM Condo,
clean, many updates, pool and tennis
courts. $59,500.440-781-6673
NEW QUICK SALE LISTING
Complete Interior make-over.
Kitchen, 2BTH, 4BDRM. vaulted ceilings,
1200sq.fl. New drrve and exterior trim.
712 East Drive, Sheffield Lake.
$119,900.
440-930-8620
NORTH OLMSTED 4415 Selhurst.
Completely renovaled 3BDRM/1.5BTH
ranch, finished basement/downstairs
. otfice. Oak kilcherVnew fully carpeted,
fenced-in yard. 2-car garage. Elementary school-end of street. Showing
Saturdays 1-4pm. 440-979-1893.
VERMILION, 279 ESSEX. SBDRM.
double lot, completely remodeled,
move in condition. S73,000.
440-967-9454.
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VERMILION Bl-level, 4BDRM,
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remodeled. S9B.QOO. 419-B98-2292
VERMILION Woodlands Development.
6-year old, 3BDRM/2V4BTH colonial,
wooded lot, finished basement. FR
w/FP. Newly carpeted. 5205.000.
44Q.967-5325
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"Make This Summer The Best" E.
Tennessee's Morris Lake & Gfflf properties make every year special. Starting at only 524,900- Call Lakeside
Realty 423-626-5820.
www.lakesidereal ty-tn, com.
Gatod Mountain Community Near
Asheville, NC Spectacular wooded
lots with great views). Paved roads,
cludhouse, world-class, trout fishing,
hiking trails* morel Bear River
Community. 1-B66-41I-5263.
Lako Vlow Bargain 529,900. Free
boat slip I High elevation, beautifully
wooded parcel, Across from national
forest on 35,000 acre recreational take
In TN. Paved roads, u/g utils, central
water, sewer, more. Excellent
financing. Call now 1-800-704.3154,
ext. 611. Sunset Bay, LLC.
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AVON
4 bedroom, 2 bath.
Fenced in yard
Appliances
SEKXVmonth plus security
Avon Lake Office
and Retail Space
High Traffic Area • Ample Parkins
• Competitive Lease Rates
• Minutes from 1-90 (Rt. 2)
CALL DICK MAYR
VIP PROPERTY HAXACEMEXT
(440) 933-7151 • (440) 871-9320
ON WALKER ROAD
44O-323-22OI
800 SQ.FT. FRONTAGE
ON WALKER ROAD
44O-323-22OI
WAREHOUSE SPACE
WITH OFFICES
•1300 sq.ft. / SjKice can be spill
Located on Detroit Itoad In Avon
Truck Dock
Ample Parking
Call 440-933-2492
or 44O-937-4O7O
65 Vacation Property
For Rent
Canadian fishing cabins lor rent.
Walleyes, jumbo perch, big northerns.
Contact Hugh or Doris in Canada.
Call toll Iree 800-426-2550 for
Brochu/e. E-mail canadianfishing0pobox.com or look at
www. canaaianfistilng.com.
HILTOrTHEAD ISLAND SC. 2BDRM
condo. washer/dryer, pool. 4-mlnute
walk to beach. Summer rale
S87S/week. 440.933.5519.
M A R B! EH E AD."WAT ERF R O NT
3BDRM, sleeps 10, near Islands. Cedar Point, private beach, w/dock. MaySeptember. 44Q-331-0158 Leave
Message.
SAN7BELOCEANFRONT CONDO
2BDRM, 2BTH, w/pool, tennis courts,
fully furnished. Wi/FI access, children's activities, steeps 6- Weekly
rentals. Winler/SprinjXSummer weeks
available, www.sanibelscapea.com
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440-930-2565
AVON LAKE 3BDRM, 2-car garage.
Clean. No pets. S850/month.
216^69-OOQQ
AVON LAKE 4BDHM/3BTH, lacre
tot. All appliances/washer/dryer, 2-car
garage, F P . A v a l l a b l e J u l y l .
51 600/monm. 440-930-5138
AVON1.AKE
BEACHPARK TOWER IS NOW
Taking Applicatloni lor Its Waiting
LIsL Bcaehpark Tower has affordable
housing lor those Age 62 and Over
and those with Mobility Impairments.
Rease call Phytlli Pin lor at
(440)933-2233 lor Information
and an Appointment.
Equal Housing Opportunity
CALL NOW FOR
FALL OCCUPANCY
Of this nt-w 1 level homo for rent in a
private selling in Avon L.tk«.
riiitty of sp.ia- wi ih 3 Kxlniorns,
2 li,uhs, Kist-'mmt anil 2-c.ir Karflpf.
Rickiil by wiwded gmit area.
NLiinlLTianavfree evli-rior ft
low-main! aunce in tenor.
Call Dan Malloy at 440-30tt-2468
LAKE FRONT CONDO 2BDRM7STH.
1-car garage, all appliances, pool,
panaromic views 579S'monih.
Driver/OwrtcrOP:Be Part of the Best!
Dedicated Runs, Great Hometime, More
Miles! CT seeks CVO & Drivers to run their
own business: Cleveland terminal, '$2000
Sign-on Bonus. 'St.Dim! w/luel. 'Up to
SOOOmi/week. '100% Drop S Hook.
'SO Down Lease Purchase.' EZ Pass' OH
Toll Pass. Feel Owners:' Up TO Sl.OS/mi
including fuel w/2 or more units. '$2000
Sgn-on for each tractor. CDL-A w/Hazmat
req. Referral Bonus Program. 800-331-1176
Erriaftcnaottski@cen!raltraRsportiritccn]
440-930-5222
AVON PROFESSIONAL seeking
llva-ln housekeoper/perianol
Bsslitant. Background chock
and references required. Please
call 440-835-2138 for details.
BRUSNAHAN
FOR JUDGE
THE RIGHT BALANCE,
EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT.
Paid for by
Brusruhan For Judge Committee,
|.L.MottaTrcs.,
32818 Walker Road
AvonUkc,OH
Cameo Pizza
Avon Commons
Cooks/Delivery Drivers
Wanted
Apply within or online
www.cameopfzza.com
Chlldcare Positions at
Leaps & Bounds
Child Care Inc.
Afternoon position available
working with a variety
of age groups.
525 Moore Road • Avon Lake
440-930-7777
Construction
Waterproofing/Concrete
Remodeling Contractor Seeking
Experienced Laborers
and Skilled Tradesmen
Excavation, lootings, sewer work S
basic concrete pouring.
Must have a good driving record.
Wages based on expertence.Hiring Nowl
Call 440-934-4050
Cool Travel Job! 16/25 gals/guys
travel major US Cities. Represent
Fashion, sports, Music publications. 2
whs. paid training. Call Stacy 3
^•666-838-0398.
.
Cralimatlc Launches Exciting
Division. We know that Quality Leads
- Quality Sales. We're so confident In
our leads we pay you to run them even
it you don't seillil We Provlfle: * 2-3
Preset. Qualified, Leads Per Day, * .
Exciting Pay Per Demo Program Designedto Earn 3800-51200+ Per
Week. 'Health Benefits, 'Paid TrainIng & $2000 Sign-On bonus. You Provide: *A Solid Sales Background. 'A
Desire to Succeed. Mr. Morns 1-800472-1432 ext. 21 D. All Information given Over The Phone.
Driver - Covenant Transport. Regional
Runs Available. Home Weekly, Excellent Pay & Benefits. Exp. Drivers, O/O,
& Students Welcome. Equal Opportunity Employer. Bea-MORE-PAY
(888-C67-3729).
Driver: CRST Van Expedited, America's Largest Team earner, Team Drivers Only. Train your spouse or Friend,
Run 5000-6000 miles per week. 80%
drop & hook, 99% no-touch freight.
Paid Twice Weekly, Great Home-time
Policy. For Information, contact Bob or
Andy 1-800-929-2778.
Driver: Regional and OTR opportunities earning up to 44c per mile! Great
equipment, benefits and home time.
Come home to West Side Transport.
600-677-5627.
Drivers - $1000 sign On lor Experienced OTR. No NYC! Dedicated &
Regional Available Also. Owner Operators, Teams & CDL grads welcome.
USA Truck BOO-237-4642.
Drivers - Regional & OTR, 04 Western Stars, 03 Sterlings, 2500-3000
miles/ week, good homo time. Benefits after 30 days. 1 -800-279-1000 ext.
124.
Drivers - SlaH your check with Pay for
Experience! Real! Miles, benelits,
Good Equipment, Safety Bonuses, solo's teams, O/Op's 23 with CDL-A 1
year. OTR. 1-B77-613-6385 x 2S6.
Driver* -Do you have 3 mos. driving
experience and an OH. CDL? You
should be making 40 cpml With 1 yr.
or 3 yrs., you start at 41 or 42 cpml
Run an assigned conventional & be
home every 14 days. Full benelits and
weekly pay included. 40-43 com; you
deserve ill 1-8T7-452-5627 eoe.
Drlvors Wanted: Mawson & Mawoon
Inc. Experienced flatbed Drivers OTR
& Regional. O/0's up lo 78%, Company up to 27%, Other great incentives.
Immediate Openings. Call Today
800-262-9766.
Drivers, Company &.O/O • Home
Weekly! Starting pay: O/O - S1.06
cpm, company S.40 cpm. Class A CDL
w/Haimat and 1 year experience
required. 1-B77-652-654S,
Drivers/CDL- A Flatbed & van drivers.
$50,000 Yearly Potential. High Weekly
Miles. 1 yr. T/T exp. SMX 1-800-2476040. www.smxc.com.
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Drivers/Driving school graduates
wanted. Tuition reimbursement. No
waiting tor trainers. Passenger policy.
No NYC. Guaranteed hometime. Dedicated and regional available. USA
Truck 800-237-4642.
.
Drivers: Heartland offers a 'refresher*
training program for drivers who have
been off tne road! We'll get you back
on the road againl For details call 1800-441-4953, Heartland Express
www. heartlandexpress .com.
Call 1-888-346-6603 for Details
GARAGE SALE
DOCK
30' West Chanel
Rocky River
Deep water
Driver - Get Home and make 550.000
Guaranteed! 51,000 sign on bonus.
Per Diem. 99^i no touch Ireigtit, No
NYC. i year OTR. Arctic Express
800-927-0431.
Driver -52,750 Sign On + Orientation
Pay + Guaranteed Weekly Home Time
•t- Earning up to 547,000 + Regional
system runs. dass-A/6 months OTR.
877-687-5627. JDC Logistics. Franklin. Wl.
AVON LAKE
REMODELING FOREMAN
MLS) be oWe lo complete projects
Without supervision. Experience in
concrete, carpentry and srnoil
equipment. Year-rourKl full-timo.
Must hove insuiobie driver's license.
Good pay with medical.
Dockage
For Rent
Detention Officer: Phoenix. Arizona
Maricopa County shetift's Oflice.
St4.Q9/hr. Excellent benefits. No experience necessary. Contact 602-3075245. 1 -877-352-6276, orwww.mcso.ofg 600 vacancies, including civilian
positions.
Attention Drivers - 5 CPM Increase.
No NYC or Canada. Company drivers
start .4ic/mile. Home Weekends. O/O
Start Sl.OS/mile. 2.500 - 3.000 miles
per week. 99% No Touch.
800-321-6176.
COMMERCIAL
PROPERTY" FOR RENT
For
Rent
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
FREE ESTIMATES AND EXCELLENT PRICING
CALL NOW FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE
400 SQ.FT. FRONTAGE
440-463-7220
MOWING • LANDSCAPING • FERTILIZING
WEEKLY LAWN MAINTENANCE
WE BEAT COMPETITORS PRICES!
44O-653-0835-AVON LAKE
440-777-7744
COMMERCIAL
PROPERTY FOR RENT
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FORECLOSURE!
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Wednesday without...
12x15 Includes utilities & signage
Lorain Rd. Border of North Olmsfed
and Norm Ridgeviiie
S275 per rrontri
•OWNER OPERATORS ONLY' At
TransCorr our... Rates Up! Surcharges Up! Freights Up! Short-Haul
Only. Plenty ol Drop Hook! Can you
say ina! about where you'fe leased
now? Give us a call today for details or
to get rolling! I-6B8-446-4642.
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Help
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* SERVERS'
* COOKS *
AM/PM
Full/Part time
Frankfe's Westlake
25939 Detroit Road
(Williamsburg Square)
has immediate
openings lor
LOCAL DEDICATED DRIVERS
InWiltoughby.OH.
Ejiceltent pay starling at .37epm
HOME EVERY WEEKEND!
FuH (amity benefits as Irnte as
S35/wk. Coverage Irom Wiltoughby
to Calilornia. Must have HS
Diploma/GED, l yr. e»p, Class A
COL w/Hazmat.To apply ptease call
1-8B8-967.5487.0p1ion2EOE
A Cool Travel Jco, Now hiring (18-24
positions). Guys/Gals to work and
travel entire USA. Paid training, trans- .
ponation, lodging furnished Call to- I
Avon
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4263 SL Francic Court, Thursday, 9:OOam-4:OQpm
D
110 Oakcwood Drive, Friday, 9;00am-l:00pm;
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635 Landcr\\'0od Lane, Wednesday, 4:00pn>7:00pm;
a
238 \\'isi\\irKl Drive, Saturday. I0:0ftmv-l:00pm
D
WcsLsfiorc Mother of Twins, Dwya Cento- 302 Drj'son Lane,
Avon Lake
Saturday, 10:00am-3:00pm;Sunday,9:00an>|:00pm
TTiursday, 9:0ftin>?
Bay Village
Sotuniay. 8:0flam-12:00pm
North Olmstcd
D
41'J3 CocAvmiKjliui^y-Sanirday,9:OOarn-5:OODrn
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620'642'W7 So. Kensington, ITiursday 9:00am-2:00pm
D
4SSO East Lake Rod, Thursday-Saturday, S:0tonj^:00pm
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26105 Rustic Lane, Saturday, E:OOum-2:QOpm
Rocky River
Sheffield Lake
West Lake
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Drivers: M.C. Tank Transport is lookIng lor qualified drivers lor local ions
throughout the Midwesl. Great pay
and benefits. Call Nick at 1-BOO-6628265 tor details, www.mflank.com.
EXPERIENCED
HOUSE CLEANER
Wonted once every other week.
Lorge house on west Lake Rd.,
Vermilion Townshio,
Good pay, references needed.
PO Box 811
Vermilion, OH 44089
GARDNER
Seeking a green thumb vrix> loves to
weed, plant, & help nature grow.
Earn extra money doing what you love to
do, when you have Ihe lime to do it, while
assisting us and reinvjgorating our yard,
440-937-6710
Guaranteed Home Time Reefer carrier hiring company and O/O loams.
Class A hazmai required. Midwest to
West Coast runs. No touch freight,
great pay & benefits. (866) 446-1631
or apply www.mounltrucking.com.
Horn*lime. A Dayton Based Company Is looking for Drivers witti two years
Experience. Top Pay. Medical, Ira,
$600 Sign On bonus. Home Weekends. 1-800-543-4320.
3-5 Years HR experience.
Including recruiting. Excellent oral
and written communication, skills.
• .
'Approx. 100 employees
. Send salary and resume to
P.O. Box 6
• Avon Lake, OH 44012
hi@conunercgbencfitsgroup.com
INDEPENDENT
CONTRACTOR
)rt Ohio Heartland driveis average a
$5.547.26 raise last year. With our
2005 increase Iheir raise will be even
higher! Earn mote this year, a lot more!
Heartland Express 1-BOO-441-4953.
www.rteartlandexpress com.
LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP
Looking tor Ford certified mechanic.
Experienced In the tieid of
diesel, align./trans.
Must have valid driver's license
Apply ct
Experienced
Part or Full Time
Call 440-891-8855
KREIG BRUSNAHAN
FORJUDGE
THE RIGHT BALANCE,
EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT.
Paid for by
. Brusruhan For Judge Committee,
J.L, Motta Trcs.,
32318 Walker Road
.
Avon Lake, Oll^UBOREHS
GENERAL WATERPROOFING
CONTRACTOR SEEKING
LABORERS
Must be aWe to drive dump trucks
and have a good driving record.
CDL a plus, not required.
Call 440-934-40SO
Landscape Company
Looking (or office help.
• Full or Part lime position available.
Answer phones, invoicing and proposals.
Experience with Guidebooks and Excel.
Call for appointment.
Avon Lake
440-933-6222 .
LANDSCAPE FOREMAN
Must be experienced foreman with
background in landscape and/or •
lawn installation. Valid driver's
license and clean driving record
required. Full time position.
Good pay and benefits.
Call 440-934-6898 Or
440-871-2323
LIFEGUARDS
Summer and yearrround help wanted.
Hastings Water Works is looking tor
lifeguards lo work in North Olmsted,
. Westiake, Avon and Avon Lake.
We provide training. Immediate
positions available. Top wages.
bonuses and scholarships ottered.
Call Today! 440-877-1961
P.O. Box 3«l
Avon Lake, OH •11012
33450 Lake Road
Avon Lake
Child
Care
83
Local Orientations being held In Columbus, OH. Class A CDL required.
2004 average earnings solos $49.950.
XM radio service. 1-800-CFI-DRIVE
(800-234-3748) or www.clidrive.com.
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CHILDCARE PROVIDED
In My Avon Lake Home
Upscale consignment
for Ihe home
440-892-1850
135
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
FULLTIME
Seeking motivated, positive
Individual with strong computer
and customer service skills.
Musi be articulate and possess
professional office attire,
EOE
Oversees the day-to-day
operation maintenance and
administration of Itie dub's
aquatic facility, wrtch consisfs of
Pod. Children's Club House,
Locker Room and Snack Bar.
Oversees the hiring, training, testing
and certification of staff. Develops
and Implements various aquatic'
programs. Ensures that all
aMxoprtate water, health and
safety standards are maintained.
Appflcatfons accepted
lues-Saturday at
Avon Oaks Country Ctub
32300 Detroit Rood, Avon
or email lo
pcunntnohornagvonoqk»ce. com
SALES
Seeking local Sales Representatives
to expand Parch Candies Fundraising
Program. Ideal flexible part-time
opportunity (or retired or stay-al-homa
former educators. Commission Sales.
Fax resume lo Attn: Fundraising
440-342-4013
Secret Shoppers Needed. Pose as
customers tor store evaluations. Local
stores, restaurants & theaters. Training provided. Flexible hours. Email
required, call now! 1-600-585-9024
exi. 6136.
STAR TRANSPORT .... Needs inexperienced drivers. Home most weekends, Pelerbelt trucks, shared luilion.
Good Starting pay. Food and Lodging
provided. 1-600-455-4662.
TEACHERS
Day Care/Pro School
Full Time/Port Time
Infant, Walker, Toddlers,
4 's & School-one
Experience prcfcrn-d,
benefits available.
Cnll 440-777-6890
Walk In i Associates. Needed, flexible hours. S500-SlOOO+/month PT,
S200O-S4000+FT. Start while keeping
your current job. No Investment
required. Free de la I Is. Visit
www.k783.com.
General
Services
BUSINESS & RESIDENTIAL,
TELEPHONE SYSTEMS
Sales, Additions
• References Available •
Moves & Changes
New/Used Equipment Available
Service on Most Major Brands
440-933-4304
Residential Wiring
Reasonable Rates
LAKE TELECOM
44Q-933-5771/BOQ-S22-5771
www. lakel elecom.com
Wanted
To Buy
A-l TOP CASH PAID, Diamonds,
Jewelry. Coins. Gold Silver. Stamps.
& Currency. Sports Memorabilia
Antiquos. Collectibles & Estates.
Coll Gary 9:00am-7:30pm.
216-526-3613
I BUY LIONEL TRAINS. 440-934-6311
125
Notices and
Announcements
•3QTH REUNION*. CLASS of 1975.
139
Financial
Services
S$A«»«nonTV. Cash now (or your
future Settlement, Annuity and Lottery
payments, www.ppicash.com. Don!
wait (or your SS*. CALL Prosperity
Partners. 1-aoO-509-1607.
SSCunSS Immediate Cash lor structured Settlements, Annuities. Law
Suit, Mortgage Notes & Cash Rows.
J.G.Wentworth-»].l-(BOO) 794-7310.
BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? No
Problem! Want a Lap top? Desk Top?
Look What We GoL Got A Checking
Account? Don't Need A Large Amount.
We Will Help Improve Your Credit
Score and Snip a New Computer to
Your Door. 1-677-782-1386.
We are looking (Or the Mowing people: John AJexovich. Ross Anderson,
Dan Barm Laura Barton, Jack BarIheis, Wes Bates. Dan Bales, William
Bates. Hick Belsole, Jill Benesh, Michelle Beriol, Jell Blossom, Monie Bowers, John Bergensteln. Jim Brown,
Bretl Brill, Brian Brusky, Thomas Buckeye, Mary Ann Bufwell. Sharon Car- 140
roll, Greg Claycomb, Hugh Collman,
George Collins. James Combs, Debbie Concar. Craig Conrad, Don Crockett, David Curtis. Mary Ann Curtis, Ed $1200 TO S25OVd«y. Rated AmeriDanielson, Susan Daugherty, Susan ca's best franchise opportunity (SucDavis, Mark Drahorad, David Drum, cess Magazine). Equipment, training,
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Eskins. Peggy Feldscher, Scott For- Sealcoatlng. www. aaslc.com.
resi, Dave Frrtsche, Mike Gillen, Pal 1-8S8-603-SEAL
Hactlow. Dave Haehn. Gail Haldeman,
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Hassel. Karen Helms, Doug Holzworth. Denise Hoose, Donna Horen- Investigate before you invest. Call the
sky, Debra Hostenske. Bill tnman, Pat Ohio Division ol Securities BEFORE
James. Rebecca Jahkey, Mary Jen- purchasing an Investment. Call the
son. Carol Johns, Thomas Johnson, Division's investor Protection Hotline
George Junke, Hlctmra KaulVnan, at 800-768-1194 to learn il the
Mark Reast, Mark Keith, Ellen Kellogg, invesimen! is properly registered and
Susan Ketlerer, Ken Klrkham, Ste- il the seller is property licensed.
phen Kiss, Susan Kleinweber, Eveline (This notice is a public service of
Koch, Ramona Koiacz, Doug Krevdo,
The Press)
Julie Kropl, Debbie Lasso, JeH Laveiie, ALL CASH Candy Route. Do you earn
Beth Legge, Rusty Lewis, Robert S800 in a day? Your own local candy
Long, Roger Long. Virgina Lett, David route. Includes 30 machines and
Loveday, Thomas Marimon. Dave candy.
All for S9.995,1 -BOO-B14-6443.
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Ed McGraih, Lynn Murphy, Mary
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tee. Thomas Playchan, Jerry Pienta,
Have your ad in Ohio's
Thomas Purdy, Vicky Raymond, Kathy
besl community newspapers.
Rieck. Don Roland, Debbie Romes,
Call ihe Classified Department at
Don Rush. Dan Rybka, Aleta Sawyers.
1-888-346-6603 or email lo
Lynn S chef tow. Cyndy Schle singer,
wldass @ dceye.com.
Gordon Schley. Bruce Schooer, Kathy
Schrolf. Pam Shelley, Annie Simpson, Steel Building Sale! Sentinel Building
Dale Smith. Rhonda Smith, Shari Systems. Agricultural, Commercial,
Smith, Meycnele Smith, Robert Smith. Specialty. Free quote'& estimated
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Building
tas. Sandy Wagasky, Fallh Webb,
Jody Wedell. Judy White. Emerlc
Supplies
Wigand, Dndy Williams, Unda Wultl,
Ray Yetman, Bruce Zwayer. II you
VINYL Siding & Window
know the whereabouts ol any of these BUCKEYE
sale. All credit accepted. No
classmates please call Paul Berner blow-out
down • S65.<XVmonth. No pay440-933-5625 or Nancy Page 44O- money
unlit Summer- FREE estimate.
930-7576 or Moreen Clifford 440-933- ments
1-677-928-4002.
6540. Please call ASAP.
Professional
Services
Parents, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles —
Congratulate and tell your graduate how
proud you are of him/her.
You can place a 2V4" x 3" ad wiih a picture in i|ic paper for only 520.00.
Please send or drop off photo along with payment to:
Jonathan Kirscli
Vermilion Hifjh School
Class of 2005
Your Message:
(20 Words or less)
Has Your Building Shitted? Structural repairs ol barns, douses and
garages. Call WoocHord Bros.. Inc. tor
straigmening, leveling, foundation and
wood frame repairs. 1-BDO-OLDBARN, www.l-BOOOLO-BAHN.CQM.
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Cleaning
Services
Deadline lo place your
"congratulations" in the
paper is May Il.:iK)5.
Cnnjjraliilaiions will tv
puWi>!i L M May 25. 2005.
you would like jour pliot
relumed. plcaM.- incimlo
a seH'-ai.ld!es!.ed
Mampcil envelope.
Western Suburbs!
Cail440-a71 -9448 or 440-934-0225
LANDSCAPE! DESIGN
AND INSTALLATION
Call now for spring cleanup
• Mulching • Planting • Edging
•Trimming 'Garden Rololilling
• Small tree and snrub removal
• Thalching, Aeration
Lawn Re nova lion & Installation
* Decks • Paltos • Retaining Walls
• Walkways • Pond Installation
• Pressure Washing
Free Estimates / Low Prices
ENTEFPRtZE LANDSCAPING
(440)353-1860
Lawn Mowing
Fertilization
Experienced
Licensed and Insured
Senior Discount
Free Quote
440-871-4278
185
INTERIOR • EXTERIOR
- • Painting
• Faux Finishes
> Dry Wall Repairs
• Stencils by Airbrush
186
Call for Quot
4-10-574-1442
Tree
Care
>;?';•
•£,
Special
Events
I
I•
fej.
and Equipment |
Reasonable Rates
Call Craig
216-226-6555
Estate
Sales
HORSE BOARDING
SSAVE YOURSELF $
Discount rates
Give your horse Uie beat, happy.
hcaJUiy environment. Taking '
apnllcalions Tor limited space. '
Full/l'iirtlnl care, Indoor/Outdixir
pens. Turnout. 30 yrs experience.
Amherel / Vcnnlllon
440-985-2160
280
Education and
Instruction
WESTLAKE 28883 DETROfT ROAD.
Din Ing room act, tables, lamps, futon, refrigerator/freezer, lovosoal,
trnvol-irollor, sickroom suppiles/equipment, loads of kitchen
lloms. Thurs-Frl, April 21-22
9am-3pm
Garage
Sales
AVON 3-Family Sale In Redtail, 4/21,
9:00am-4:00pm, 4263 St. Francis
Court, Furniture, clothing, office chairs,
bare accessories, linens, Hornecrest
patio set, much more.
AVON LAKE 110 Oakwood DriveT
Moving Sale-No early sales.Something
lor everyone. Fri-April 22, 9am-1pm,
Sat-Aprif 23,1 Oam-3pm, Sun-April 24,
9am-1 pm
AVON LAKE 238 West wind DrivS.
Sat. 04^3, 10:00am-4;00pm. Desk,
toys, dining room set, xmas Hems, tots
more.
"
FORJUDGE
THE RIGI IT BALANCE,
EXPERIENCE AND COMMriMENF.
Paid (or by '
Brusnahan For Judgi; Commit til1,
J.LMolUTrw.,
32618 \Valkm Road
Avon Uku, Ol 1
3:00pm!
•_> 7
'r jV
270 Horses/Livestock I
Stump Grinding
money order
Remember:
Deadline is Monday by
£- <
"> ; ;
?.,.,
Paid for by
GARAGE SALE ADS
DEADLINE: Monday at 3:00pm
ExperioncoJ rclhiblo
Thursday, April 21,2005
9am-2pm
32801 Electric Bivd
BrusnahanForJudgcCommitlCL', Kffii
J.L Motta Tres., •
fetf-.r
32818 Walker Road
[&•&
Avon Uke, OH
t«A.—' "
T''"at
or fa* 440-289-1268
E-mail: spetefWiteriasOaol.com
For SI 5 a 20 word Garngc Sale Ad
will be placed in The Piess.
Nonn Riflgeviile Press & Light
West Life,
and ihe Vermilion Pnolojournal
newspapers Your aa will also be
pJaced in eacn paper's Quick Clipper
for the convenience ol the
Garage Sate Shopper'
Ads must bo prepaid. Wo accept,
VISA. Mastercard, American
Express, porsonn! chock or
..--•
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KREIG BRUSNAHAN
fel
FOR JUDGE
THE RIGI-rr BALANCE,
iJV; jS"
EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT. W 5;V*
Call: 440-269-1258
KREIC BRUSNAHAN
Rummage
Sales
AVON LAKE U.CC.
RUMMAGE SALE
2
Ptease Call 440-225-66&]
Free Estimates
44O-933-2066
_
440-871-0506
Kcsidcntiii! and Commercial
Cleaning
\Ve iiil$i#J^n>iiil of you.
COIK! luck ;il Kviit!
Love, Mom, Ihul & Valerk1
Interior
Design
•Mating YafHaat far/feme'
Personalized Design Services
•Consultation
•New/R«-Designs
230
250
April 23
\$
& am- 230 pm
;M..
Furniture, toys, books, household -v;;:
CASH ONLY
Effia |
44O-933-7505
215
CASH ONLY
Dwyer Center, 302 Bryson Lane,.
Bay Village (N. of Wolf between'
Dover and Gaboon)
-'„'.
Nearly new shop, bake sale
and lunch available
CHURCH OF REDEEMERS
23500 Center Ridge Road
Westiake
RENAISSANCE
RESTORATIONS
200
WESTSHOHE
MOTHERS OF TWINS
9th ANNUAL SPRING SALE ;.
Saturday, April 23rd
Early Bird Special
55 Admission 7:00am-8:00jm .
C«ni;r,i! Admission 51
;
S:OOJm-12:OOpm
.
40 plus families selling hjby.
children's and matemily clothing,, baby equipment and toys.
Bake Sale.
Painting
Services
i am an rxifttfnl ItouH'tlivHfr.
I fcitv 10 yntw cjjvnnnvif milt tots v(
rcferciu-fi. ( am nry ilfpf»d,)Uf >wj
HOUSEWORK, ETC.
Horne or Office. Thorough. Consistent,
Soraed ana Insured
bles. household goods.
SHEFFIELD LAKE 4880 East Lake
Rd. Thursday-Saturday. April W-&
8am-6pm. Moving sale-lurmlu'B,
Icols, lawnmowers. much misc,
30 Years Serving the
NORTH OLMSTED 4193 CoeAve
Thur-Sat. 9.00am-5.00pm. No early'
birds. Rain or Shine. Even/thing must
go Porch swing, glider, old computer
(good lor starting), small camping
iclngerator, chopping block (able. DUO
tapper, loisol knick-knacks/misc.
DO NOT CLEAN YOUR HOUSE
THIS SPRING, LET MB
ROCKY RIVEH, 620/642/647 SO
Kensington. Multi-Family. Thursday
9.00am-2:00pm. Violin, blender, walitc
iron, books, lewelry, lumilure, collecti-
Lawn Maintenance ,
Spring Cleanups
Mulching • Aeration * Dclhatching
Business
Opportunities
133
AVON LAKE 635 Underwood Lane
(oil Jaycox) Wed 4-7pm, Thur 9-7.
Furniture, clothing, much misc.
Landscaping
Services
Chips Greenworld
Landscaping
TOE CARPET CONNOISSEUR
Cnrpct / Vinyl
Insinuation & repair,
Discount on padding
Free estimate
Insured + 1 year warranty
SiarUnK O $3.50/yd.
Residential & ConuntTClal
440-590-2166
• Planned Outings •
• Full Time Openings •
90
170
26-143 Center Rid^ Kond
• Meals tk Snacks •
Full & part-lime, flexible hours.
Averaging SlO/hour. Apply in person:
33684 Walker Rood, Avon Lake
[Between rvtoora & Miller Roads)
Need Job? CRST Transportation. No
Experience? No Problem! Truck Driver
Training $400-$700/week. No Credit
Check, No Monthly payments. Hiring
In Your Area. 1-877-443-8269.
Qnltn* Job Offer eBay Workers
Needed. Come Work with us online.
SSSS Weekly, Uso your computer or
laptop. No experience necessary. 1800-693-939Bjxt 1877.
Avon Lake Press
158 Lear Road
.von Lake, 01144012
CHELSEA HALL
Available 24/7
MAIDS TO ORDER
Residential & Commercial
Cleaning Company Is now hiring
Mature, Dependable
MAIDS
Fax resume to 1-440-2 SO-0922
Attn. IP
POOL MANAGER
Mini-VaiVCargo/Box Truck
WlUTKll/HKPOItTKIl
WimiitJ |i> wnlo human inivi vfl fliirifsnnd cover city tnuvtii))^. E.xptTiI'JU-L' required This part-liinu utrinuIT nasilmii will required a jiursim
witn»tU'nlUiiitti<li'inil,«ilitl wntins
skills nnd this ability l« work unilur n
tit; I it ik'Udlini.', Mu.sl be available In
work Livening* nnd in'cnsitmnlly mi
wii'kcnds.
PIcitsu submit a
resume nrul writ inn samples Hi:
News Ifc'jU.
AIRLINE MECHANIC. Rapid training -«^
lor high paying career. FAA predicts /&>?'
severe shortage. FAA approved. Job^'Vvl
placement assistance. AIM (888).^-VK
349-5387.
<;$$$,
—
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT
OPERATOR
•
TRAINING FOR
v
EMPLOYMENT
I'Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loodor*, T
Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapxir*,^
Excavators Train in Ohio
NoxtClau: May 23rd
- National CerW Katkm
•Financial Assistance
800-363-7354
Associated Training Services
, 2323 Performance Pkwy
Columbus. OH 43207
»ww alsn-schools coin
03-11-16977^ '
HOLLY HILL FARM
* Riding Lessons + .
Now accepting New Studen
For Spring & Summer . .
Hunt Scat Beginner to Adranced -' '.'T^, |
Boarding Available
Summer Camp
440-933-5335
Hako 2005 Your yearl Call Ohio Insfi-* ''; tule of Photography arid TechnoloW ';"•"
tor career training! 1-800-846. TOM ',-""•.
depl. 16992. 2029 EdgefieltJ RoS -,'.?
North Crest Equestrian -": H,
Center
i- -^',
P^^nglessons beginnerttnu^--;.,
aoVanced. Training. Spccia!«i«i in. i'.i',dressage. Gift certlricaies AV*=™»-• •'•'•" • :''
SUMME
Call 440-933-4654
295
POOL TABLE: Beautiful 100% solid
wood, r slate, carved legs. Cost
S5400. sell S1395. 440-503-9220
Health and
Beauty
WOLFF TANNING BEOS Buy Diiect
and Save! Full Body units from 522 a
nyjrifi! Free Color Calalog. Call Today
1 -800-642-1305. www.np. e! sta n. com,
300
323
I BUY LIONEL TRAlNa 440-93^6311
Musical
Instruments
SPORTS COLLECTIBLES
WUflLITZER CONSOLE PIANO approximate!/ 44 years old. Excellent
coixftton. Asking SI ,500. Call before
9 00PM. 440-930-59BO. Localed in
Avon Lake.
310
Collectibles
Sporting
Goods
Hooked on Cards Wholesale
Warehouse - Sports Cards
I lobby and memorabilia supplu-s.
Lowest prices in N.E. Ohio
Mon-Fri 10-5
4-10-35J-3633
5000 Mills Industrial P.irkway
Open to the Public!-
1
|
I BUY
330
USED GOLF CARTS
Furnishings
A TEMPURPEDIC LIKE, 5 2 memory
loam mattress sel. Brand new in plaslic w/warranty. Relail S2000/Sell S495.
Can Deliver 440-503-9220
BEDROOM SET: 6pc. Cherry Sleigh
Bed. Solid wood. Never used Cost
S3900/S6II SI 19S. 440-5Q3-9220
BEDROOM SET: 7pc. 100% solid
manogany. Heirloom quality (no
veneers). Cosl S8800/sell S2675
440-733-0099
BUNK BEDS ruslic, sturdy. King leather bed, bi-lold mirror, guitar,
440-930-0537
__^__^_
DININGROOM: 14pc. Barnngton
Collection, beautifully hand carved,
w/marble top server. Cost S12.000.
Sell S3750. 440-356-2446
•yA-;! MATTRESSES £
*v7:» BEDROOM'"''::
^FURNITURE
:
Factory Direct from North Carolina
v 40-70% OFF RETAIL
- Major Name Brand Ma lire)* Sale
Full Pillow-top Sets - S119
•
CALL ANYTIME
A BRAND NEW BEDROOM SET.
Never used, still boxed, complete.
S495. Can deliver. Call A l e x
440-503-9220
A BRAND NEW King pillow-top mattress set. Never used, still in plastic.
Cost S899/Sell S295. 216-780-5750
SANDUSKY
419-626-5053
i
Queen Pillow-top Sets - S129
King Pillow-lop Sets - S169
Bedroom Sel; Starling at $499
Always in Stock!
No Bait & Switch! Can Deliver!
CALL ALEX OR MARK
440-503-9220
DININGROOM: Cherry table w/2
leaves. 8 chairs, lighted china,
w'server, dove-tail Retail SC900/sell
SI 950, 440-503-9220
MATTRESS SET: Queen size, name
brands, orthopedic, still in plastic.
Never used SI55.216-214-5894
345
Miscellaneous
For Sale
AMISH SWINGS & THINGS PLAYSET 3 summers oU. covered watchlower w'slidf* and 3-position A-Ira me
attachment, 2 swings, baby swing and
trapeze included. Buyer disassembles
and removes set. S82S. Contact
440-933-9035
BROWNS PSL (4) together, Section
348. Row 28. Seats 16-19.
nov 54 Score, com. 216-223 • 2688.
Free 4-Room Directv System Includes
installation. 3 MONTHS FREE 50*
Premium Channels. Access to over
225 channels! LJmiled time otter. SSH.
Restrictions Apply. 1-800-210-4986.
KKEKMJRUSNAl IAN
FOR JUDGE
TI IE RICIfT BALANCE,
EXPERIENCE AND COMMTTMENT.
Paid for by
Bnisnahan For Judge Committw,
J.LMoIlaTros.,
32818 Walker Road
Avon Lake, Of I
HOT-TUB 2004: All sell-contained, all
orjtions. Never used, si ill wrapped.
Cosl S6900. Sell S2600.
440-793-0099
POOL 21' with all accessories 51,200.
Used 1 year only. 440-327-3872.
POOL TABLE: B', f slate, claw loot,
leather drop pockets. Never used, in
box. Must sell. S1595.
440-503-9220
TOHO SELF-PROPELLED 5HP yard
vacuum. Excellent condition, best
offer. 440-933-5628
365
Household
Pets
WORLD CLASS German Shepherd
pups (S mate/21 etnate) 10 montfis old.
Excellent quality. For show and sport.
V Sire is Wick Buccnorn, Sieger,
VAl BAX Luinstrasse Son. Dam is
Asra Usinger Schloss. certified therapy dog. Showing excellent deep
black/red pigment and good size with
correct structure. Beautitul show prospects, excellent outgoing lempermenl.
216-692-5926(w) or 216-481-5365^
390
Autos for
Sale
KREICBKUSNAIIAN
FORJUDGE
TI IE RIGHT BALANCE,
EXPERIENCE AND COMMfTMENr.
Paid for by
Drustuhan For Judge Commit!«,
).L. MottdTrcs..
32S18W.ilki.TRwd
Avon Lake, Ol I
v FREE KITTENS •*
TO GOOD HOMES
PLEASE CALL
440-933-5297
^ ASK FOR SUE A.»
405
SIAMESE KITTENS
Campers and
Vans
Ohio's Largest Indoor RV Showroom.
Trailers, Sin wheels, motor homes,
pop-ups. cargo, utility, Featherlile
horse and livestock trailers. New and
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440-930-2399
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Quality Installation
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440-503-1716
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LAWN CARE
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This handyman does it all
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Yard cleanup, edging
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PATIOS'&' DECKS
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CONSTRUCTION/^
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Since
Exterior Painting Specialists
Licensed and Insured
Financing Available
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CONSTRUCTION
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Area Rug Cleaning
Since 1975
Artistic Painting
Phone & fax (440)967-8326
Toll free (866)853-8693
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Stamped Concrete • Garage
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CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE
440-933-50M
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repairs, call tor a free estimate.
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ALL AROUND THE TOWN
PAINTING
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Spring Clean-ups
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McFARUND LAIN SERVICES.
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• Mulching • Lawn Fertilizing Program
• Aeration Specialist • Edging
• Tree & Shrub Fertilizer • Pruning
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POWER .WASHING
POWEBWASHINC PLUS CO.
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Cleaning/Seating • Decks & Fences
Washed Stained and Seated
• Patios & Entrance Ways
• Gniter Cleaning
• Insured * Free Estimates
Spring/Fall Yard Cleanup
216-226-1871
Mulching, Landscaping
Wash Away
Power Washing
Mowing: Weekly or as needed
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Service Available
Steve: 440-277-8108
Jim: 216-965-3085
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Any & All Improvements
•BATHROOMS •BASEMENTS
•CARPENTRY "PLUMBING
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Any Room Remodeled
•Flooring •Ceilings •Drywali
•Tile -Pergo -Painting
•Tubs 'Showers 'Sinks
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• Canopy Tents • Tables
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For Graduations,
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440-327-6686
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Tables & Chairs Also Available
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Disassemble Included
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•5" & 6" Gutters
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(80O) 251-2517
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•Windows *Siding
*Additions
*Any type ol roofing
*AII phases of
remodeling
Over 20 years In
Business
Licensed & Insured
Free Estimates
440-930-2561
WESTERN
ROOFING &
REMODELING
SINCE 1963
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FEATURED HOMES OF THE WEEK
SPACIOUS COLONIAL
GONSTRUGTIQIM
BETTER-THAN-NEW CLUSTER
AVON-Great location, large private yard,
4 bdrms, 2.5 baths, fireplace in Family rm,
Formal Dining room, lull basement,
1st floor laundry! Don't miss outl
AVON-Rcar yard backs to nature reserve.
Quality throughout! Built in '02, appliances
stay, enclosed sun porch, oversized garage,
vaulted ceilings, cai-in kitchen w/pantry.
PRIVATE LOT
SHEFFIELD LAKE-1.5 story on extra wide private laL Real
yard over looks wooded area. lit. floor bedroomlull taui &
laundry room. Brick wood burning fireplace in largo lamily
room. Updated kitchen. Some rooms newly painted
AMHERST SCHOOLS
NO REAR NEIGHBORS
EXECUTIVE CLUSTER
SHEFFIELDVILLAGE-Spacious split col.w/private fenced lot.
Newer flooring, windows, roof & ale done in last 8 years.
Remodeled 1st floor bath boasts whirlpool tub. Lg bdrms
w/nice sized closets. FR w/FP. Lg rooms, good location!
AVON-Custom-built by Schafer.
Exceptional craltsmanship and elegance.
Dramatic ceilings and openness.Too many
upgrades to list. A MUST SEE!!
COMMERCIAL VACANT LAND,
N. RIDGEVILLE-Primc location. Increasing city
growth, 569' frontage. City sewer installed in
2002. Ideal for strip center. B-3 zoning. Depth is
500 Ft. from center of road. Remainder of rear is
Rcsidcntial-1. Seller will divide and/or finance.
CUSTOM BUILT
CENTRALAVON
AVON-Schafer-built home. 4 Bedroom
colonial, many upgrades: ceramic entry
way, maple hardwood floors throughout
w/maplc cabinetry in kitchen & breakfast
nook. Fully landscaped. Sub lot #21.
AVON-Primo location, 2-story foyer
w/lolt, 1st floor den/office, Oak kitchen
w/lrench doors to back patio and
Fenced yard,. Full finished bsmt w/half
bath. Master suite w/glamour bath.
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AMHERST-Clister home w/aH UK upgrade ProfHvionilly
decorated Exionded master wfglamour baUi vauttDc! ceilings. Morrang
rm surrounded by vmdows, opens to kj eat-in kit 9(1 ceilings, taW/d
loycr, lull bsnl wfoaih rough-ia spriiftlcf system, full landscaped
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WHY BUILD?
AVON LAKE-Cul-dc-sac lot w/spacious rear yard. Island
kitchen w/hdwd deco ceiling, vaulted great room
w/skylights, loft, spacious bdrms. master stc. w/doublo sinks.
Ceramic foyer, formal LR & DR. Loft could be 4th bdrm.
AVON-Custom built by Brady Homes.
1 yr. young. Open floor plan w/gourmcl
kit. with hardwood floors and stainless
appl. Awesome master ste. w/fireplacc and
huge walk-in closet. Full Bsmt. included.
AMHERST SCHOOLS
AMHERST-2-story colonial model w/many
•':'.
upgrades. Morning room w/douWo patio door leading to - •
a 16x13 deck. Kit. gourmet island w/reccssed lighting p package. Intercom system, sprinkler system, roughed in
plumbing in fin, bsmt. all appliances slay.
Circle of Service
SPECTACULAR LAKE ERIEVIEWS
HURON-Ibp Lewi Condo with 2 floors ol Spectacular
Lake Ene Views.Vaulted, Contem|Kjraiy. Garage;
Included. Goll, Pool and Manna. Live the Lifestyle!
Shannon
Sedivec
Heather
Nickum
NEW CONSTRUCTION
CUSTOM BUILT
AVON-Sch.ifer home w/many upgrades. Master sle.
w/gas FR Large kit. w/gourmel island and breakfast
bar. Vaulted morning rm.All appl. and full yard
landscaping included. SMI time for some selections.
AVON~Cus!om buill by Sch.iler. Low rnami.
cluster living with privacy. Detachei! units.
Spring Occupancy. Still time lor selections