Chesterland News 7-19-2023

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Traffic Signal Gets Green Light at Sperry/Route 322

By Cassandra shofar Cassandra@karloveCmedia Com

The intersection of U.S. Route 322 and Sperry Road in Chester Township has officially been deemed dangerous enough to warrant a traffic signal.

“After previous safety measures showed no reduction in crashes — including a collision warning system installed in 2021 — the (Ohio Department of Transportation) determined a traffic signal was necessary to improve safety,” said Brian Blayney, of ODOT District 12, in a statement. “ODOT crews have been working to prepare the intersection for its conversion to a signalized operation. They have been able to utilize many of the materials that were previously installed at this intersection, which has expedited construction.”

Blayney said before the traffic signal is fully operational, ODOT will be placing it in “flash mode” beginning July 19 for a period of seven to 10 days.

“This will give drivers time to acclimate before the traffic signal is put into operation,” he said. “During flash mode operation, the signal will flash yellow to traffic on

U.S. 322 (Mayfield Road) and red to traffic on Sperry Road. The traffic signal will then be placed into full operation. Warning signs will be placed on all approaches to give drivers notice of the new signalized intersection.”

Chester Township Trustee Ken Radtke said he was “very happy” the light was going in, as this has been something on his radar for a long time.

“I live just south of Mayfield Road on Sperry, so I have heard those crashes … very frequently unfortunately,” he said in a phone interview July 17.

Radtke thanked Chester Town ship Police Department adminis trative assistant Lisa Braemer and Police Chief Craig Young for de veloping a good relationship with Blayney, whom he also praised for acting quickly.

“(Braemer’s) been constantly providing Brian Blayney data each time there’s an accident or incident there. I give kudos to Lisa for that,” Radtke said, adding the frequency with which they stayed in touch with ODOT about the intersection helped keep it high on ODOT’s radar.

State Rep. Diane Grendell (R–Chester Township) also lobbied

Jazzercise Brings the Beat to the Football Field

for the upcoming season.

Chesterland Jazzercise Instructors Liz Conroy, Dana Hursh and Katherine Mattulat held a class for the West Geauga football team June 28. The team was surprised by the high energy, challenging workout the instructors presented them. Fun, motivating teachers at Chesterland Jazzercise offer 25 classes a week. Chesterland Jazzercise Studio has been in the community for 30 years. Jazzercise was founded in 1969 and the owner of this franchise location, Patti Rentschler, has been teaching Jazzercise for 40 years. Head Coach Matt Rosati welcomed the instructors to help get his team in shape

Kiwanis Summer Concert Series

July 19, 7-9 p.m.

The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga continues its summer concert series at the Chester Township Park gazebo with Ted Riser, aka the Music Man.

Then, on July 26, come out to enjoy the soft rock trio Songbird performing sing-along favorites along with timeless hits.

Visit www.wgkiwanis.org to view the summer concert schedule.

Outreach Spaghetti Dinner

July 20, 6-7 p.m.

Christ Presbyterian Church offers free drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinners the third Thursday of each month. Salad and dessert are included. The church is located at 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.

Young of Heart

July 21, 11:30 a.m.

Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and beverage are provided. Speaker Virginia Jescheling will present “Mob, Money and Geauga County.”

On Aug. 27, the group will visit the Northeast Ohio Steampunk Festival at the Burton Century Village. Enjoy time shopping with vendors and artisans, watch shows and musical entertainment. Cost for the drive-yourself event is $20 for admission and food voucher.

A Crystal Clear Day Trip to Tiffin is planned for Aug. 30. The group will visit Hawks Crystal Glass, the Glass Museum, the Ritz Theater and Pioneer Mill for lunch. Cost is $105, or $110 for non-members. For trip information, call Kimber at 440-668-3293.

CV Herb Society Meets

July 21, 12:30 p.m.

The Chagrin Valley Herb Society will meet at the Bainbridge Library, 17222 Snyder Road. Matt Valencic, from the Audobon Society of Greater Cleveland, will speak about native plants for birds and pollinators. Consider donating; contributions are needed to complete the new garden.

Learn about the organization at chagrinvalleyherbsociety.org or on Facebook.

To RSVP, email chagrinvalleyherbsociety@ gmail.com.

Prison Art Project Reception

July 21, 7 p.m.

St. Mary Church, Chardon will host the Prison Art Project Reception in the Gathering Space. The traveling art project sponsored by Crossroads Prison Ministry con-

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tains moving works as prisoners find beauty and faith behind prison walls through visual, written and sculptural expression.

A brief talk will be given, along with refreshments. The artwork can be viewed through Aug. 4.

For more information, contact Rita Burns at 231-262-3246 or burnsatquietwaters@yahoo.com.

Audubon IBA Surveys

July 23, 8 a.m.

Blackbrook Audubon continues its monthly Important Bird Area (IBA) surveys at Orchard Hills Park in Chester Township. Participation is free and open to birders of all skill levels; no registration is required. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather.

For more information, visit blackbrookaudubon.org.

Lions Club Meeting

July 25, 7-8 p.m.

Chesterland Lions Club holds meetings the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at the Lions Shed located on the east side of the West Geauga Board of Education building. The club always welcomes new members.

LCGS Potluck Dinner

July 27, 5:30 p.m.

The Lake County Genealogical Society (LCGS) will host its potluck dinner membership meeting under the pavilion at Lake Erie Bluffs Metro Park, 3100 Lane Road in Perry. Dinner will be at 6 p.m.; bring a plate, silverware, beverage and a dish to share.

Celebrating 25 years of First Families of Lake County, Bonnie Snyder will present a first families program and then introduce the group’s newest first families member, Bob Coltrin.

For more information, visit www.lcgsohio.org or call Cynthia at 440-951-0914 or Linda at 440-255-6984.

Free Community Dinner

July 28, 5-6:30 p.m.

Mayfield United Methodist Church is hosting a free community at the church located at 7747 Mayfield Road in Chester Township. Carryout is available.

Movie Night and Costume Contest

July 28, 8 p.m.

Chesterland Leos Club and Chesterland Lions Club are hosting a free summer movie night and costume contest at Eddy Fruit Farm. The movie is “The Super Mario Bros.

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Movie.” Costume judging is at 8:45 p.m.; contest winner gets a $25 Amazon gift card.

CYO Fall Sports Registration

St. Anselm CYO fall sports registration is now open for parishioners and neighborhood children. Registration is being accepted for volleyball (grades 2-8), flag football (grades 1-4) and cross country (grades 1- 8). Register at reg.sportspilot.com/106689.

Coaches are needed; those interested may email athletics@stanselm.org. The organization currently has coaches for fifth-grade volleyball and fourth-grade flag football.

West G 50th Reunion

The West Geauga Class of 1973 will be celebrating its 50th reunion on Sept. 16. If anyone has not received an email invitation, it is because the committee does not have contact information. It will likely be the last class reunion, so the committee would like to gather as many classmates together as possible. Deadline for reservations is July 31. Contact Elle (Eloise Sherman) Molter at Elle.molter@gmail.com.

GCRTA Summer Potluck

Aug. 1, 11:15 a.m.

The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will hold its summer potluck get-together at the Bond Activity Center at Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton. Gathering time will be followed by a business meeting at 11:30 a.m. and lunch at noon.

Bring a dish to share, table service and beverage. Pat and Eileen Cataldo will provide pulled pork sandwiches.

RSVP to Jean Paine, 440-823-4019, or Cheryl Sekura, 440-223-8711 by July 27.

The program will feature reports from the recipients of GCRTA teacher grants regarding the projects they have developed.

Newly retired teachers and school personnel are welcome. There will be a special raffle for members who bring guests, in addition to the 50/50 raffle.

Bring paper products or canned goods for the Geauga Hunger Task Force and school supplies for Help Me Learn Day.

Homegrown Under The Dome

Aug. 3

Tickets are now on sale for Geauga

Growth Partnership’s annual HomeGrown Geauga fundraising event at Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens, 16965 Park Circle Drive, Bainbridge Township.

Join for an evening of food, wine and entertainment, live auction and games of chance while celebrating the Geauga business community and raising funds for GGP’s Youth Workforce programming.

For information or to purchase tickets, visit geaugagrowthpartnership.com.

Wings And Wheels Event

Aug. 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Classic Jet Center and Carver Financial Services are hosting a Wings and Wheels event at Lake County Executive Airport, 1969 Lost Nation Road in Willoughby.

Fly-in and drive-in; there is no registration fee for planes or cars. Registration and staging are from 9-11 a.m.

Trophies for Best in Show and People’s Choice will be awarded at 2 p.m. Food will be available.

Admission is free. For more information, call 440-942-7092 or 440-321-9036.

Twilight Soiree

Aug. 18, 5:30-9 p.m.

Tickets are on sale for The Foundation for Geauga Parks’ signature event, Twilight Soiree, at Meadow Ridge Events, 17305 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg Township.

The event features a full buffet dinner, beverages, live music, and live and silent auctions.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 440-564-1048 or visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org.

West G Unity Day

Aug. 27, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The West Geauga Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Chester Township Police Chief Craig Young and West Geauga Schools, is hosting West Geauga Unity Day at West Geauga High School. The event highlighting local companies and organizations in and around the Chester, Newbury and Russell township area will feature games, music, food trucks, touch a truck, vendors and more.

Sponsorship and vendor space opportunities are available. Visit wgchamber.com for information.

Obituaries

Bill Sherod

Bill Sherod, age 93, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023, surrounded by his family.

Bill, a longtime resident of Chester land, was born and raised in Cleveland, where he attended Shaw High School and met his wife of 68 years, June Sherod. After June passed in 2020, Bill moved to Sierra Vis ta, Ariz., to live with his son and daughter-inlaw, Bill and Pam Sherod.

Bill and June were married in 1952. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 1954. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as an Armor Officer in the United States Army.

In 1961, Bill and June moved to Chesterland, where they built a home and raised their four children. The family was centered on loving kindness and a strong Christian faith.

Bill was a long-time member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Chesterland.

Early in his career, Bill managed several Kroger stores and later owned and operated the Ohio Hearing Aid Company that served the greater Cleveland area.

He was loved and admired by all who knew him.

Bill is survived by his four children, Kathy Lee Tomko, married to Peter Tomko, of Chesterland, Bill Sherod, married to Pamela (Daley) Sherod, of Sierra Vista, Ariz., Kim Ritt, married to Bill Ritt, of Chardon, and Tim Sherod, of Chesterland; nine grandchildren, Brett Tomko, Justin Tomko, Margaret Sherod, Bill Sherod III, Colleen Sherod, Rebecca Sherod, Kiley Ritt, Tyler Ritt, Travis Ritt; and four great-grandchildren, June Ritt, William Ritt, Benjamin Sherod and Wyatt Sherod.

Visitation and a memorial service were held at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on July 10, 2023. Interment at Acacia Cemetery, Mayfield Heights.

Donations for Valor Hospice can be made in memory of Bill Sherod by going to the Roots and Roads Foundation website, rootsandroads.org.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gattozziandson. com for the Sherod family.

Charles P. Zicari

Charles “Chuck”

P. Zicari, age 94, passed away peacefully July 5, 2023.

Born March 20, 1929, in Cleveland, he had been a resident of Chester Township, for the past 58 years.

Chuck was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in the Korean Conflict, and was a past Grand Knight and longtime member of the Knights of Columbus, Gilmour Council 310.

He was also a longtime parishioner of the Church of Saint Anselm, and an avid bowler and vegetable gardener.

Chuck is survived by his children, Lexine Zicari-Sheneman, Peter Zicari, Charissa Zicari, Gina (Robert) Owen and Charles Zicari Jr.; grandchildren Austin Battles, Collin Battles, Alexa Sheneman, Jeffrey Pausch and Hayley Pausch; sister Elisa Vitolo; and sisterin-law, Mary Ann Haycox.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred “Millie” T. (nee Prolan) Zicari; parents, Peter and Tresa (nee Rosalina) Zicari; grandson Dylan Sheneman; sister Annette Massiello; and son-in-law, Will “Moe” Sheneman.

Family and friends called at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland on July 11, 2023. Mass of Christian Burial was held July 12 at the Church of Saint Anselm, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland.

Interment All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.

The Zicari family would like to thank the Cherished Companions Caregivers and Hospice of the Western Reserve for their outstanding and dedicated care of Chuck.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gattozziandson. com for the Zicari family.

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Beat the Summer Heat

The Ohio Department of Development’s HEAP Summer Crisis Program is underway and will continue through Sept. 29, 2023.

Geauga County residents may apply through Geauga County Job and Family Services. The Home Energy Assistance Program Summer Crisis Program (SCP) helps income eligible Ohioans stay cool during the hot summer months.

To apply for the program, clients are required to have a telephone interview with Geauga County JFS staff. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 440-285-1299.

Applicants will need to provide copies of the following documents to complete the application:

• Copies of their most recent energy bills.

• Most recent 30 days income for all household members.

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members.

Chester Government Update

The SCP assists low-income households with a household member 60 or older, households with an electric disconnect notice, disconnected service or need to establish new service, or households with a household member with a medical condition that requires air conditioning.

Households enrolled in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) may also be eligible for assistance. Household income must be at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Households may receive a payment up to $500 on their electric bill. Other benefits may include central air conditioning repair, air conditioner window units and fans for eligible households.

For more information about the SCP and what is needed to apply, contact Geauga County JFSs at 440-285-9141. Information also is available at www.energyhelp.ohio. gov or by calling 800-282-0880.

The Chester Township Board of Trustees met in a special meeting at 6:30 a.m. June 9 to continue a review of the 2024 temporary appropriations. The review included a forecast of the funds through 2030, upcoming renewal levies, anticipated needs for new monies for the police department fund and the possibility of establishing reserve funds. Chairman Craig Richter led the discussion, stressing the need to rethink the budgeting process to provide longer term stability to the police, road and fire departments.

He then discussed the need to communicate to the public that the renewal levies collected are based on historical valuations. The example given was the 1980 2.5-mill police levy that collected around $363,000. If this was able to collect at today’s values, it would bring in $1.3 million. The issue is simplewhile expenses increase, funding the levies does not increase.

A 2024 shortfall for the police due to tight budgeting, lack of effective projections and escalating expenses left the .5-mill levy falling short of providing the police fund with long-term stability. Richter presented several options with new levies and suggested the newest .5-mill levy should be allowed to expire.

The board then discussed the two fire department renewal levies and whether to place them on the fall and spring ballots. Trustees agreed that both should be placed on the fall ballot, which will save the township thousands of dollars in election expenses.

Township Administrator Mark Purchase said he will begin preparing certificates of need for both the renewal levies and the new levy. The certificates, if passed by a trustee vote, will be placed on the fall ballot for a public vote.

Trustees then discussed the cost and management benefits of continuing levies and establishing reserve funds. Chester demonstrates strong support for the township services by continuing to pass the renewal levies. However, converting five-year renewals to continuing levies, the township can save tens of thousands of dollars in election expenses over the years. Establishment of reserve funds in each department will help with township buildings in need of overdue repair, replacement of age infrastructure and equipment, in addition to a legal requirement to have a minimum balance equal to 90 days of expenses to start each year. Reserve funds will lead to a better management decision of increasing and unforeseen expenses.

Other discussions included funding allowed through HB62 and the permissive motor vehicle fee which would be used to support the road department. Hawken, a private school in Chester Township, does not pay any property tax, but does receive the benefit of township services. Also discussed was the possibility that Hawken might consider a payment in lieu of tax similar to the way Laurel School does.

Everyone agreed the importance of stable funding to sustain current operations. It would help with recruitment and retention for fire, police and road department employees. With bids more than $200,000 and no action, the pickleball bids were automatically rejected. The Pickleball Committee will reassess the project. The board of trustees meeting on June 15

began at 5 p.m. The earlier time allowed all the department heads to join in the continued review of the 2024 temporary appropriations and to continue the discussions of a new police levy and changing the two renewal fire department levies to continuing. Although the board and department heads agreed on the approach that will lead to longer term stability for the Chester Township services, no formalized motion was voted on.

After approving prior meeting minutes, trustees and Fire Chief William Shaw discussed water sources for firefighting. Although the fire department has access to fire hydrants outside of the township, reliance for firefighting is through dry hydrants in ponds throughout Chester. Shaw is in the process of updating agreements with residents who have ponds on their properties with dry hydrants. The agreement allows access by the Chester Fire Department and allows the department to maintain and use those ponds for emergencies. The township will also be looking for new locations to increase water sources and coverage.

Purchase then stated that the demolition of the Henry House has been completed and the township will be fully reimbursed through a grant from the Ohio Department of Development.

Trustees then made several motions, including one to sell or dispose of unneeded obsolete equipment and one to donate the statue of a U.S. soldier located in front of Chester Police Department. The statue was donated to the Chardon VFW Post in conjunction with a Boy Scout troop. They will repair and maintain it at the VFW Hall.

Moving on to police business, an after the fact motion to purchase a 2023 Dodge Charge police vehicle was approved. Although budgets are approved early in the year, it was explained that individual appropriations still require board approval to properly encumber funds and this should be done in advance of any purchase with an exception for emergencies.

Discussions continued regarding the possibility of rezoning Fire Station No. 2 from residential to industrial, including the property to the immediate north and south of the township property, and its possible sale. The sale as industrial will generate more shortterm revenue, although annual tax receipts are less than for residential. Possible sale of the property and discussions of the poor condition of the aging road department buildings turned the discussion to long-range land use plans and the possibility of a new town center. Purchase will be meeting with an architect to get general ideas and see if the old Chester School site could be used for some township departments and vehicle storage.

Trustees and Fiscal Officer Patricia Jarrett discussed their anticipated participation in the upcoming Kiwanis July 4th parade and said they will be volunteering at a Geauga County Booth at the Great Geauga County Fair.

After approval of the financial transactions, the board went into an executive session. Upon returning to public session, no action was taken and the meeting was closed.

Submitted by Craig S, Richter, Chester Township Trustee

10U Softball Teams Wins Championship

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The West Geauga 10U softball team beat Perry, 13-12, for a nailbiting NCFP championship. “The energy this evening was palpable and their grit was incredible!” The Parnell’s Pub team is coached by Bill Wright, Stan Sarnowski and Becky Edwards.

Real Estate Transfers

Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending June 30 and July 7, 2023, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office.

CHESTER TOWNSHIP

Stephen Edward Herman, 8252 Merrie Lane, to Lisa Szabo, $280,000. (1.07 acres)

Clara F. Decapite, 7393 Mulberry Road, to Mar and Sam 2 LLC, $550,000. (8.72 acres)

Dyann L. Davison, 7580 Kimberly Lane, to Stephen K. and Tamara J. Browning (co-trustees), $665,000. (8.47 acres)

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

RUSSELL TOWNSHIP

William J. Williams (trustee), 14770 Hillbrook Lane East, to Christine Marie Neuman, $1,000,000. (2.75 acres)

George Napier Stewart Jr., 14631 County Line Road, to Scott Shackleton and Katelyn Ristau, $580,000. (3.26 acres)

Gyongyi Gratzl, Clarion Drive, to CFDP LLC, $1,010,000. (2.17 acres)

Norma M. Zanella, 13657 Fox Hills Drive, to David M. and Kelly L. Ratino, $335,000. (1.50 acres)

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indicators were installed at the intersection approximately two weeks ago, another accident has already occurred.”

Since 2021, there have been an additional 26 accidents — 13 injury and 13 non-injury — at that intersection, according to the police department.

“We’re really excited about this one. It’s been a long time coming,” said Young in a phone call July 17.

Young said once it became clear the early warning system wasn’t as effective as they had all hoped, his department had several discussions with ODOT about what the best alternative would be.

“And it was having a traffic light,” he said, echoing Radtke with accolades for Braemer and Blayney for getting the job done.

“(Braemer) was instrumental. Every time there was a crash, she would send data to them,” the chief said. “Brian was also extremely passionate for doing what was right for safety … and just got it done.”

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13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250. Registration is required unless otherwise noted. Visit www.GeaugaLibrary.net.

Learn About Lakeland

July 19, 5-6:30 p.m.

LEGO Challenge

July 20, 6-7:30 p.m.

Youth can put their LEGO skills to the test and see what they can build with their imagination.

Lunch Bag Storytime

July 21, 11:30 a.m.

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Join a recruitment specialist from Lakeland Community College to learn about tuition and financial aid opportunities, student resources, the application process and more.

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Community Meetings

Listed are upcoming public meetings and executive sessions. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices.

Chester Township: July 26, 7 p.m., Park District, at Parkside Volleyball Pavilion; July 27, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 2, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.

Russell Township: July 20, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees; July 26, 6 p.m., Zoning Commission; Aug. 3, 2 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.

West Geauga BOE: Aug. 7, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.

Bring a lunch to the library, listen to a story and meet a very important community helper. www.GeaugaMapleLeaf.com

FOR RENT

Burton Ranch Home: 2/BR, 2/Bath, AC, laundry, 2-car attached garage. Less than a mile from Burton square. Private Patio, Vaulted Ceilings. Wonderful private setting surrounded by hundreds of acres of conservation land. No pets/smoking. $1,550/month. Includes snow plowing, lawn, trash. Senior discount. 440-221-0649.

COUNTRY RETREAT: Live like you are on vacation. Enjoy the pool, plant a garden. First floor apartment includes 1 BR, 1BA, K, DR, LR w/FP, private deck. 5 minutes from Chagrin Falls. Non-smoker, no pets. 440-7280970.

EVENTS

Seeking crafters of handmade items for Gift of the Magi juried show, Nov. 11, 2023, St. Mark Lutheran Church, Chesterland, contact 440-729-1668.

FOR SALE

1970 “Cable” spinet/console piano; walnut finish; 58Wx24Dx41.5H; #451257. Some cabinet wear. Needs tuning. Great starter piano. $275. Call 216-3164575.

Piano: Casio Privia PX-160, full keyboard piano with stand and accessories. $500. 440-488-0711.

NEW Panasonic cordless phone, still in box, 2 additional handsets, can expand. White w/blue trim. 440-2239471. Also Wanted: Level/Transit.

Free Firewood: 1+ cords cut 18” lengths, you haul. 440338-3563.

John Deere 14SB self-propelled lawnmower $140. Lawn Boy 20” push lawnmower $120. Craftman 3.8HP edger 9” blade $70. All work well. 216-570-5573.

6-ft oak plate shelf with spindle rail; $50. Smith Corona WordSmith 100 Electronic Typewriter; $50. 440-6357183.

Ford 3000 Tractor: 3 cylinder gas engine. Good condition. Call 440-283-5357.

3-piece living room set: couch, love-seat, tilt-back chair. Floral print, ideal for college student or home. Mint condition. $300/OBO. 440-632-9675.

Huge Annual Rubber Stamp Sale. New & gently used stamps & supplies. Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Rd, July 29, 9a-noon.

Amish-made Hickory Rocker $100. Battery light w/magazine rack $45. Maple Chest w/3 small drawers $95. 3-seated Surrey buggy, EC/make offer. 440-313-1804. Beautiful rhubarb for sale, large bunch $5, Near Troy/ Burton. 440-834-1177.

Bikes: Rampar R-1027, 10 speed, Good Condition, $75.00. Diamond Back Serene, 2017, 18-speed, Very Good Condition, $75.00. 440-537-5304.

Boy’s shorts, pants, T-shirts sizes 10-12, Good condition. Vintage AMF Firefighter truck, Tonka, Hot Wheels, others. Call 440-354-8155 after 10am.

(8)Fishing poles and tackle $200/for all. 845-987-0079.

Daylilies: over 450 varieties, $8 to $10 per large clump. Call 440-543-9303 or 440-570-1377.

Pressure Washer: Ex-Cell Model 1503. 5-HP Briggs & Stratton engine. 1500 PSI. 3 GPM. 100 lbs. $75.00. 440-537-5304.

Cawley-LaMay Wood Burning Stoves, complete with all parts (3 stoves total), $300 each/OBO. Call or text Sue at 440-554-2955.

Vintage Tools: 2 brass blow torches, $30 each. Two Universal cast iron grinders $25. One Griswold aluminum grinder $30. 440-230-3750.

Small upholstered chair, sofa, maple rocker, coffee mill, crockery, large collection vinyl records, iron doorstop. 440-729-1082.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

Right here in Chesterland! Yard Sale with No Attendant! Just take what you want, pay what you want. Daylight hours. 9578 Mulberry Rd.

IT’S THE BIG ONE! Sat. July 22 9a-4p. 8701 Mayfield Rd., Lot 126, Maywood Community, Chesterland. 7-pc Sony sound system, 3-speed record player, records, movies, slide projector, projection screen. Medical equipment, transport chair. Kitchen appliances, holiday baking stuff. Tables, lamps, fans, glassware, knickknacks. Rummage bins, box of tools. And much more. NO clothing.

Something for everyone at Refashioned Wardrobe: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays 10a-4p. 9098 Rt.608 Old State Rd., Chardon. Come check us out! Multi-family garage sale: July 20-22, 9a-4p. 11800 Bass Lake Rd, Chardon. Children’s toys, clothing, beds, Little Tykes yard toys. Designer Women’s clothing, shoes, purses. Lilly Pulitzer items. Infant car seat, packn-play, swing.

HELP WANTED

Caregiver Needed: around the clock or split shifts, in Chesterland. Able to operate Hoyer. References required. Wages, R&B. 440-339-0519.

Caregiver needed for elderly woman, showers, feeding, light housework. Call 440-708-1022.

Full-time landscape maintenance, construction/design, snow plowing. Reliable transportation required. Offering up to $25/hour. Contact 216-381-0070 or office@ eastside-landscaping.com for more information.

MS Kennels on the Farm, LLC offers in-home pet care. Call 440-636-2421.

MISCELLANEOUS

Marijuana often leads to addiction! So WHY chance it?!

REAL ESTATE

Lot for sale. Thompson Township. Buildable. 1 acre. Wooded, scenic, quiet side street $15,900. 440-2890708.

LOT FOR SALE: .34 acre lot, Bainbridge, Lake Lucerne amenities! Gas, electric, sanitary sewer & well-water all available. $99.9k. 440-596-2608.

SERVICES

RM Roofing & Construction: Specializing in metal roofs, siding, pavilions, decks, garages and some remodeling. Call Ray at 234-830-1404.

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552.

WANTED TO BUY

Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.

Will pay cash for sports cards & collectibles. Entire collections or individual cards. Organized or unorganized. Call or text Rich at 440-552-0691.

Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.

4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119.

PETS & ANIMALS

White French Duclair ducklings. Rare multi-purpose breed. $15.00 ea. Call: 440-283-5357.

Brother & sister cats need an indoor home. Very sweet, affectionate, 9-10 years old, fixed & vaxxed. Call Rebecca 440-321-2485.