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Volume 53, No. 12
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Chester Assistant Fire Chief Threatens Legal Action
Firefighters’ Union Passes No Confidence Vote in Chief, Asst. Chief By John Karlovec editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Chester Township’s assistant fire chief has threatened to sue the township, trustees and Clemans Nelson, an Akron-based human resource management and consulting firm hired to investigate whether or not any member of the Chester Township Fire Department violated state laws governing the department. Karen Moleterno, who has served the township for 34 years, including the last 15 as assistant fire chief, plans to pursue state and federal claims of sex discrimination, sex harassment, retaliation and violation of Ohio’s Open
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Meetings Act, according to a Sept. 24 letter her attorney, Jack E. Moran, of Cleveland-based McCarthy Lebit Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA, sent to trustees Walter “Skip” Claypool, Joseph Mazzurco and Ken Radtke Jr., and Clemans Nelson Vice President Michael Esposito. Trustees had placed Moleterno on paid administrative leave on
July 16, 2021, following months of investigation and interviews of township employees, but reinstated her effective Aug. 31 with dramatically altered job responsibilities, according to Moran. “There is no record in the trustee minutes of this decision being made or a vote being held,” Moran said of trustees’ decision to reinstate Moleterno. “Bizarrely, Claypool told Karen that the demotion, which came with a relocation out of the fire station, was no ‘discipline’ — even though the trustees’ letter communicating the decision began with a discussion of allegations of misconduct See Fire Chief • Page 8
Farmers National Bank Opens in Chester
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Farmers National Bank held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 25 for its newest location in Chesterland at 8389 Mayfield Road. Bank officials were joined by members of the Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. The newest branch will offer traditional retail banking services as well as mortgage lending, trust services, commercial lending, business banking, private banking and wealth management services. To learn more about Farmers, visit farmersbankgroup.com. Pictured, from left, are Cathy Peters, Kerry Pizzulo, Karen Kenney, Jim Dean, Jim Dvorak, Kevin Helmick, Tonya Peto, Skip Claypool, Patricia Jarret, Ken Radtke, Joe Mazzurco and Marci Mondello-King.
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Town Crier Trunk or Treat
Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. Geauga County Sheriff’s Office hosts Trunk or Treat at the Geauga County Safety Center, 12450 Merritt Road, Chardon.
WGRC Trick or Treat Street
Oct. 30, 5-7 p.m. West Geauga Recreation Council (WGRC) is hosting its first annual Trick or Treat Street at the WGRC campgrounds, 8611 Cedar Road, Chester Township, adjacent to the middle school parking lot. Visit wgrc.org for information. The event is free to all.
Holiday Volunteers Needed
Geauga County Department on Aging needs volunteers Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25 to deliver meals to area seniors who are alone for the holiday. All meals are prepared and made ready for delivery at the Chardon Senior Center located at 12555 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon. Volunteers will pick up holiday meals and deliver them to their assigned seniors’ homes. To volunteer, or for more information, call Deana Catucci at the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-279-2145.
Groundwater and Well Maintenance
Nov. 3, 6-8 p.m. Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, Geauga Public Health, Geauga County Water Resources and NPDES Phase 2 Com-
2021 Halloween Trick or Treat Residents wishing to have their homes visited are asked to leave a porch or outside light on. Children are asked to stop only at homes with lights on. Chester Township: Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m. Russell Township: Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m. munities and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency are collaborating to present “Well Educated: A Deeper Look at Groundwater and Well Maintenance” at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center, 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon. Reservations are required by Nov. 2. The first 60 Geauga County residents who register and attend the program will also be eligible to receive a free total coliform bacteria drinking water test. For more information or to register, contact Gail Prunty at gprunty@geaugaswcd. com or 440-834-1122.
Author Talk and Book Signing
Nov. 4, 7 p.m. Local author and attorney Jeffrey Keiper will discuss his debut novel, “In The Wheelhouse,” at the Geauga West Library. The novel is a unique, edge-of-your-seat action thriller featuring Tom Wheeler, an oldschool detective, his adopted, autistic daughter, Haley and a German shepherd. Keiper, a long-time Russell Township resident, will have copies of the book for purchase and will be happy to sign them.
GEL Zoom Webinar
Nov. 5, 8-9:30 a.m. Join Geauga Economic Leadership (GEL) via Zoom webinar for “State of the Schools: Leaders in Education Celebrate Successes During Challenging Times”. To register, email info@geaugagrowth.com or call 440564-1060. Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) Breakfasts are co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga.
Amish Wedding Dinner
Nov. 12, 4-8 p.m. An Amish wedding dinner and raffle to benefit Amish Support Services at Ravenwood Health will be held at Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, Parkman Township. Take home dinners will be available at 4 p.m. Event includes and basket raffle drawing at 7:30 p.m. and 50/50 raffle. Guest speaker is Kathryn (Kurtz) Byler. Cost is $30 for adults and $15 for children. Deadline to register is Nov. 5. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Kristine at 440-285-3568 ext. 121 or visit www.ravenwoodhealth.org.
Gift of the Magi Christmas Boutique
Nov. 12 and 13 A preview party for the annual Gift for the Magi holiday boutique will be held Nov. 12 from 7-9 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. Admission is $5, adults only. The boutique runs Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features handcrafted items by juried crafters. Admission is free. For more information, call 440-729-1668.
Christmas Boutique
Nov. 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Anselm Women’s Guild annual Christmas Boutique will be held at St. Anselm School, 13013 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. There will be items from more than 70 vendors as well as a snack bar and prize raffle with many great prizes. Admission is $1. Join the Boutique Bounce by also stopping at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Chester Township and Old South Church in Kirtland to be included in a free drawing for a chance to win one of three gift baskets. Anyone interested in vendor space should contact Karen O’Donnell at 440-729-2476 or Shirley Chambers at 216-832-5158.
Shop Holiday Bazaar
Nov. 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for handmade crafts and baked goods at the annual Holiday Bazaar being held at Old South Church, 9802 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland. The event includes a rummage sale. There will be no inside lunch, but there will be food to-go available. Visit www. oldsouthchurch.org for information.
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Community Meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions for the coming two-week period, unless otherwise noted. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. To find out whether a government meeting is in person or virtual, contact the appropriate township or school district office for meeting information. Chester Township: Nov. 3, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Nov. 8, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless other-
wise noted. (Meetings are open to public, but seating limited to 10. Trustees, fiscal officer and department heads, if in attendance, are practicing social distancing.) Russell Township: Oct. 27, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Nov. 1, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Nov. 3, 2:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. (Trustees have opted to resume their regular meeting schedule but have changed the location of future meetings to the Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road. Meetings will be held in the Town Hall until further notice.)
WG Plaza Celebrates Halloween The annual Halloween festivities drew crowds to West Geauga Plaza Oct. 21. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
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ELECT PETRUZIELLO FOR CHESTER TRUSTEE
MIKE
« NO APARTMENTS « STRONG ZONING « « OPEN AND TRANSPARENT MEETINGS WEEKLY « « HOLD DEPARTMENT HEADS ACCOUNTABLE « « DEVELOP LONG TERM PLAN FOR CHESTER TOWNSHIP «
I am committed to Making Chester Great Again and in an effort to accomplish this, there needs to be a long term plan to assure that future generations can continue to work to accomplish this goal. For starters, there needs to be a complete evaluation of all the property that the township controls and a plan to either utilize the land or sell it off. To have a town center that is pleasant and beautiful for all to gather at and enjoy would be one of my goals. We currently have a beautiful park in town center (Parkside) but Town Hall and the Police, Fire, and Road Departments are not acceptable. We need a plan to upgrade these facilities. As for the township’s funding, our current leaders have taken several hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of free money from our government that we did not need, since we had a very minimal financing impact from this pandemic. They took the funds and used it to prop up the general fund without any input from the citizens (us) that have to pay it back. I would have given this money back in a way to you, the taxpayers, of which is perfectly legal, by reducing your tax burden that you are currently paying in the amount that they had taken. Our current leaders have used it for projects that were already funded in their budget. I will make all meetings open and online for everyone who wants to attend to see how your tax dollars are being spent. I will only use executive sessions when they relate to legal or pending issues that fall within the guidelines of the Ohio Revised Codes, which are limited in scope to certain topics such as employee matters and other legal issues. If these are values that you share, then I humbly ask for your support on November 2nd, and I will do my best to make these things happen with others on the board that share these values. Keep in mind that you need two trustees to make this happen, and without someone else that thinks this way, it may not happen. So I ask you to choose wisely on November 2nd as to whom you want to spend your hard earned tax dollars. Thank you. Feel free to contact me on my cell: 1-216-554-7090 or email: petruziellocampaign@gmail.com
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West Geauga School News WGEF Person of Innovation
Former West Geauga science teacher Natalie Cooper was chosen as the 2021 West Geauga Educational Foundation’s Person of Innovation for her tireless work in driving West Geauga High School’s STEAM curriculum as well as implementing creative learning opportunities for science students both in and out of the classroom. Mrs. Cooper not only introduced innovative learning programs to her own courses, she also worked closely with another WGEF Person of Innovation recipient, Mr. Sustin. Always a champion of students, she donated her own funds and time to implement and sponsor school organizations such as the Environmental Discovery Club and the Robotics Club, both of which are award winning clubs. The WGEF Person of Innovation Award is presented each school year along with a $500 check and recognizes those within the school community who’ve made outstanding efforts to introduce new ideas and methods of learning. Though retired, Natalie Cooper continues to advocate and provide support to STEAM programs at West Geauga Schools. The West Geauga Educational Foundation is extremely proud to be able to present this award to Natalie, one of West Geauga School District’s most dedicated teachers through the years. To learn more about the West Geauga Educational Foundation, visit www.wgef.org. To join, help, attend an event or make a donation, contact Caise Rode McHale at 216-7894842.
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WGEF Provides Grants The West Geauga Educational Foundation (WGEF) is a non-profit group that provides funds to help introduce new and innovative learning methods to students at West Geauga schools. Over the past 30 years, the foundation has provided more than $500,000 in funds to support educational programs. Twice during the school year - November and February, WGEF reviews applications from teachers, administrators, students and
parents to determine which programs to fund that will enrich and enhance educational experiences for West Geauga students. Some programs the foundation has funded over the past few years include: 3D and CAD Project, Google Virtual Field Trips, Aquaponics Global Food Production, Elementary Robotics and Coding, Café Achieve, Great Lakes Theater School Residency, Lifeliqe Interactive Science Application, STEAM / Makerspace program, the IXL Online Learning Tool, StarLab Planetarium, live
streaming equipment for WGMS Athletics and many more. Anyone in West Geauga School District can apply for a grant. The West Geauga Educational Foundation has $22,000 available for grant funding this 2021-22 school year. Those interested in applying for a grant for an innovative or new teaching idea may complete and submit an application, which can be found at www.wgef.org, by Nov.15. Contact Caise McHale at 216-789-4842 with any questions.
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Obituaries Mildred T. Zicari
Mildred “Millie” T. Zicari (nee Prolan), age 92, passed away peacefully Oct. 10, 2021, in Cleveland. Born Nov. 20, 1928, in Painesville, she had been a Chester Township resident for the past 56 years. Millie was a longtime parishioner of the Church of Saint Anselm in Chester. She loved gardening at her home, especially growing her beautiful flowers. Millie is survived by her husband of 67 years, Charles “Chuck;” children, Lexine Zicari-Sheneman, Peter Zicari, Charissa Zicari, Gina (Robert) Owen and Charles Zicari Jr.; grandchildren Austin Battles, Collin Battles, Alexa (Chris) Sheneman-Walther, Jeffrey Pausch, and Hayley Pausch; sister, Mary Ann Haycox; and sister-in-law, Elisa Vitolo. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Victoria Prolan; grandson Dylan Sheneman; and son-in-law, Will “Moe” Sheneman. Family and friends called at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester, Oct. 14, 2021. Mass of Christian Burial was held Oct. 15, 2021, at the Church of Saint Anselm, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chester. Interment All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. The Zicari family would like to thank the Cleveland Clinic Care Nurses and Hospice of the Western Reserve for their outstanding and dedicated care of Millie. Online tribute video and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Magdaline Mary Keppler
The World will miss its #1 Caretaker Magdaline Mary (nee Kaiser) Keppler, who died on Oct. 23, 2021. Devoted and loving wife to George Keppler Jr. (deceased March 2021) for 65 years. Loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandma to seven children, 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. “Favorite Aunt” to many nieces and nephews. Many others called her their “second mom” or “Mumsy” because of her Divine Gifts to create loving environments, listen, care, fix problems, make the most out of any situation, keep things simple and give direct and constructive feedback on how to be a good marital partner, mother and strong woman. Magdaline was born March 13, 1940, grew up in Akron and married George at 16 years of age. She learned her amazing cooking, baking and dancing (polka and waltz) skills working at the German–American Club. She worked hand-in-hand with George to provide a loving home full of cultural and holiday traditions, and to provide the best opportunities in life possible for their family. Magdaline had the uncanny (God-given) ability to work with limited resources and make the most of it. She could create the best three-course meal you ever ate with what seemed to be only a bag of flour, sugar and a few spices. Her specialty was Hungarian Goulash, Paprikash, German Strudel, schnitzel and soups that would make any problem
disappear. If that weren’t enough, she could make a dessert out of an apple, plumb, cherry, walnut or poppyseed that you couldn’t resist no matter how full you were. Magdaline lived most of her life in Chester Township, raising her family, being involved in West Geauga Schools (room “mom”) and helping her community. As if raising her children was not enough, she worked at the Metzenbaum Center for Developmentally Disabled people as a house “mom” and as a seamstress sewing and repairing donated clothes for dignified re-use by the residences. Her best quality, however, was her ability to sooth and love. “Grandma’s Hands” could calm any infant, her caring nature could soften any heart and her door and kitchen were open to all to make the world’s problems disappear. Love you, Mom! Magdaline is survived by her children, Magdaline (Sam) Thomas, George (Heidi), Mary Katherine (Wayne) Chmielewski, Rose (Gerard) Blaszczak, Mike (Lisa), Barb (Brian) Wilcom and Robert (Kim); 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Aman; and brother Frank Kaiser. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, George; parents, Peter and Mary Kaiser; and brothers Joe and Bob Kaiser. Friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Oct. 29, 2021, from 4-8 p.m. (Masks encouraged). A funeral service will be held at the funeral home Oct. 30, 2021, at 10 a.m. (masks encouraged) and will be livestreamed at www. gattozziandson.com. Interment Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, in Chesterland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Magdaline’s name may be made to The Lake County Foster Adoptive Parent Association, c/o Lake County Job and Family Service, Attn: FAPA, 177 Main Street, Painesville, OH 44077. Online tribute video and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Gertrude Mirisch
Gertrude Mirisch (nee Althoff) passed away quietly on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, at the age of 84, surrounded by love. She was born May 31, 1937, in Germany and came to the United States in 1955, moving to Chester Township in 1957. Gertrude married Kurt Mirisch on July 20, 1957. She loved to sing and was a member along with Kurt of the group Happy Wanderers. They initiated the group with other family and friends. Gertrude enjoyed crocheting and knitting, and crafting of many varieties. She ran the kitchen at Mont Chalet on Caves Road in Chester. People came from miles away for her chili soup. She is survived by husband of 64 years, Kurt; daughter, Heidi, and son-in-law, Greg Paden; granddaughter, Becky Stewart (married to Scott Stewart); and great-grandchildren, Eden and Amari. She was preceded in death by her son, Kurt Jr. Her goodness, her caring and her wisdom will live on like a legacy of love, and she will always be with us.
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Wargelin’s Leave Extended, Relief Funding Questioned By Samuel Hummer editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Chester Township Trustees decided to extend Fire Chief John Wargelin’s paid administrative leave during an executive session Oct. 21. Wargelin, who has been on paid leave since Aug. 27, will now receive compensation for at least two more weeks, until Nov. 4. When asked in a follow up interview Oct. 22 if the decision was unanimous to keep Wargelin on paid leave and why that decision was made, Trustee Ken Radtke said he could not comment because the investigation was pending. In other business, Trustee Walter “Skip” Claypool raised concerns about the American Rescue Plan funding Chester Township has received in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the projects for which the ARP money is being considered is a stormwater improvement system, according to trustees. “So what we are proposing is that money be spent to replace road-callers,” Radtke said. “However, it looks like Mr. Claypool wants
to do a little bit more research (on the ARP plan), so that is why we are holding the vote on what to spend it on for two more weeks.” Claypool expressed concerns about whether or not the stormwater improvement project was the best way to spend the allocated funds. “We will have ($400,000 or $500,000) — and I am still opposed to taking this money by the way — but we will have this money and we might be able to use it for the police department, the fire department or other things,” said Claypool. “So I would like to set this aside and discuss this further about how we are going to use this money.” Radtke said last Friday the township received a little over $500,000 from the ARP. “Obviously, the part that we all detest is the debt that is being created by our Congress. But this money is already appropriated and allocated by Congress, and there is a little bit of a difference between Mr. Claypool, myself and (Trustee Joe) Mazzurco about how to use those funds” Radtke said. “(Claypool) was making some statements about strings being attached and he had made the same statement a couple weeks ago.”
Radtke also pointed out during the meeting both the police and fire departments received roughly $230,000 and $140,000, respectively, of additional revenue from the federal CARES ACT that Congress passed while the road department did not get any appropriated amount. “If I remember correctly, we have years to make a decision where this goes, so I think
it is a little premature to make a decision (about how to spend the money),” Claypool said, adding the trustees had not yet discussed other possibilities. Fiscal Officer Patricia Jarrett, however, disagreed with Claypool. “We have talked about this meeting after meeting, and discussed this over and over again,” she said.
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against Karen.” Moran said trustees’ misconduct began in February 2021, when Claypool asked Fire Chief John Wargelin — who also was placed on paid administrative leave on Aug. 27 and which has been extended several times and is now through Oct. 21 — to have Moleterno outline her job responsibilities. “Upon information and belief, Claypool did not seek similar information regarding job responsibilities for any other fire department employee — the rest of whom are male — instead targeting only Karen,” Moran wrote. “Nevertheless, Karen dutifully provided the information, along with a copy of her resume. Moleterno has earned three graduate degrees, including a master’s degree in public administration. In addition to being a firefighter, she also is a certified paramedic, a licensed community health worker and a credentialed Ohio fire Chief. She also is an EMS coordinator for University Hospitals and is the first full-time female captain in the Cleveland Hopkins Airport Fire Department. Her most recent performance evaluation described her as “’very knowledgeable,’ ‘shows initiative,’ ‘brings new ideas and processes,’ ‘a valuable asset to our department and community,’ all the result of ‘dedication . . . [that is] generally appreciated and valued,” Moran wrote in his letter. “Meanwhile, her personnel file is completely devoid of anything even remotely approaching criticism or discipline,” Moran said. “We expect that you will not seriously challenge that Karen’s career as a first re-
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Statement from Fire Chief John Wargelin’s Attorney Todd Hicks Todd Hicks, attorney for Chester Township Fire Chief John Wargelin, issued the following statement to the Geauga County Maple Leaf on Tuesday: “While we believe the investigation is unfounded and has gone on far too long, we respect the process and I will not go into details on that matter at this time. However, I do want to address the issues raised in the Oct. 15 letter from the President of the Firefighters Union indicating that the part-time firefighters have voted no confidence in Chief Wargelin and Assistant Chief Karen Moleterno. “• In the letter, the Union President suggests that staffing shortages are due to the actions of Chief Wargelin and Assistant Chief Moleterno. This is surprising since the Union President previously texted Chief Wargelin about staff shortages and said, ‘If the trustees are under the impression that these drastic shortages are exclusive to Chester, I assure you they are not. I could show you many more examples of that and my friends in other departments tell me the same story there.’ We all know that firefighting is a demanding job and that firefighters, like others, take the highest paying position available to best provide for their families or they opt for opportunities closer to home. Chester is not one of the higher paying communities in the area. “• While the Union President suggests there has been mistreatment of the firefighters, there has not been a single grievance filed since the union was put in place that alleges mistreatment or improper discipline of an employee. If the situation was so bad, as the Union President contends, why has he never pursued a grievance? “• Similarly, while the Union President claims there are safety issues that have not been addressed, no grievances have been filed. If the workplace was unsafe and the Chief refused to address it, one would think the union will pursue a grievance for the protection of its members. “• The firefighters were asked to respond to a survey by the Trustees and their investigators. Many of the questions focused on how they are treated by the Chief. The results of that survey were largely positive and the claims now made by the Union President are not supported by the survey responses. I believe you have copies of the survey responses. If you do not, I would be happy to provide them. “In summary, while we have no doubt that the Union President would like to see Chief Wargelin terminated (and he has previously expressed an interest in the Chief’s job), his statements are entirely unsupported by facts. Chief Wargelin has been on administrative leave for nearly two months and he has not been permitted access to the fire station. In his absence, the Union President has clearly taken this opportunity to try to drive a wedge between Chief Wargelin and the firefighters.” sponder has been impressive by any objective measure.” Approximately two months after Claypool requested Moleterno’s job duties, trustees approved a 1.5% pay increase for all township part-time fire department employees, except her. She was given only a 1% pay increase. Confused by the apparent disparate treatment, Moran said Moleterno sent a letter to trustees asking for an explanation. Trustees never replied. Instead, in April Claypool scheduled what he called a “meet and greet” with Moleterno
at the fire station. “Once again, Claypool questioned Karen on her job responsibilities, insinuating that her position (which she had held for fifteen years) was somehow unnecessary and asking questions like: ‘What do you do for us?’ and ‘If you weren’t here, what wouldn’t get done?’” Moran said, adding Claypool volunteered Moleterno’s subpar pay raise was “not” because she was a woman — something she had never suggested. Moran said Claypool also called Moleterno a “rare bird” because she was the “one
female at this station.” Unprompted, Claypool admitted he did not “know what a lot of ‘modern’ fire departments look like from a diversity standpoint,” but that he recalled needing a “mental shift” when women began joining him in the Air Force, as he needed to start “watching our language,” Moran alleged. Moran also claimed Claypool asked Moleterno whether “the guys” having “a bit more body strength creates additional issues for you?” See Legal Action • Page 9
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for any economic loss, noneconomic compensatory damages, attorneys’ fees and other damages,” Moran wrote. “As such, we anticfrom page 8 ipate that you will want to review this letter Moleterno acknowledged being a female “in with appropriate personnel soon.” a man’s world” was a challenge, but for a differOn Oct. 12, the Geauga County Maple ent reason: male firefighters occasionally do not Leaf emailed trustees and invited them to want to take orders from a female superior. comment on Moran’s letter. Three days later, Later in April, Clemans Nelson and one of Claypool sent a reply email. its investigators began interviewing township “The BOT (Board of Trustees) has been employees. Moleterno’s coworkers described advised by our counsel to not publicly comthe interviews to her as a “witch ment on this matter,” he wrote. hunt,” Moran said. “Any actions taken by the trustees Then, on July 16, Moran said were based on facts presented to Moleterno was summoned to the us by our independent HR firm. fire station to meet with trustees, “In addition, the board has reWargelin and Clemans Nelson, lied upon the advice of our experiand was provided a “draft” docenced legal counsel in this matter ument consisting of allegations to make sure that we have comagainst her — all of which were plied with the law. Our counsel will untrue. Claypool be addressing the claims set forth “At this point, the purpose of in the letter with Ms. Moleterno’s the meeting became clear: the attorney. As the chairman of the trustees and Clemans Nelson BOT, I will say that we deny the wanted to eliminate a decorated accusations set forth in the letter.” female firefighter, but were too On Oct. 15, Moran said afraid of legal consequences to Clemans Nelson finally interviewed actually terminate her employMoleterno as part of its ongoing inment,” wrote Moran. vestigation. A week earlier, on Oct. Moleterno allegedly fought Bindokas 8, the firm interviewed Wargelin, a back and pointed out flaws in the source familiar with the investigainvestigation, including the failure to inter- tion told the Maple Leaf. view 11 department members who refused to Wargelin previously has told the Maple “participate in the charade,” he added, noting Leaf trustees have never told him why he is at that point the draft document was taken on administrative leave. He is being repreback and instead she was placed on admin- sented by attorneys Todd Hicks and Bridey istrative leave pending further investigation. Matheny of Chardon-based Thrasher, Dins“Considering the strength of Karen’s more and Dolan. claims, we believe that the actors identified Also on Oct. 15, the Chester Township herein have exposed themselves to liability Firefighters Association, which represents
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“Considering the strength of Karen’s claims, we believe that the actors identified herein have exposed themselves to liability for any economic loss, noneconomic compensatory damages, attorneys’ fees and other damages.” – Attorney Jack Moran part-time firefighters, sent an official correspondence to Chester Township Trustees stating union members no longer supported either Wargelin or Moleterno. “This unanimous vote shows that the rank and file membership of the Chester Township Fire Department is unified in their belief that the administration of Fire Chief John Wargelin and Assistant Chief Moleterno are detrimental to safe, efficient and proper operation of the department,” union President Ben Bindokas, Vice President Marc Sherriff and Treasurer Adam Way wrote. The union noted significant department turnover under their administration, attributing much of it to the manner in which Wargelin and Moleterno “treat their employees, the culture they foster and the mismanagement during their tenure.” The union bosses said Moleterno’s treatment of subordinates repeatedly was brought to Wargelin’s attention and dismissed repeatedly by him. “This mismanagement and turnover has led to a dangerously low staffing level in the township,” they said. “In the interim, our membership remains committed to providing the highest quality emergency services possible.” On Oct. 19, Bindokas told the Maple Leaf
there are 18 members in the firefighters’ union. Sixteen of them voted in person and one abstained. The vote was held Sept. 27. However, the union president could not say how many firefighters have quit because of Wargelin and Moleterno’s administration. “I don’t have specific numbers readily available at this time, therefore, I am unable to comment at this time,” he said. Bindokas added he would not be interested in applying for or being considered from the chief’s job if Wargelin were removed. Moran called the “timing and circumstances” of the union letter “deeply troubling.” “This letter comes on the heels of Assistant Chief Moleterno’s legitimate, written concerns about unequal pay and the antiquated belief that women should not be firefighters,” he said Tuesday. “Assistant Chief Moleterno, who has served as a Chesterland first responder for over three decades with a pristine performance record, sent her serious concerns to the trustees several weeks ago and there has been no response from them. We are hopeful that steps will be taken to correct this situation. If it cannot be resolved, then we look forward to further discovery about the origin of this recent letter, which is inaccurate and strangely not addressed to anyone in particular.”
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Russell Trustee Race Three people are competing in the Nov. 2 election for two Russell Township trustee seats. They are Christopher Hare, Matthew Rambo and incumbent Jim Mueller
Christopher Hare
Age: 19 Education: Graduate of West Geauga High School; senior in finance at Kent State University main campus Township/civic involvement over the past 5-10 years: I serve the greater Cleveland area as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Q: Why are you seeking this position? A: I am running for trustee because our community needs someone at the table to negotiate and compromise for taxpayer friendly park services, will be present at budget meetings to advocate for funding our fire and police services, and promote competitive pricing for local projects. Q: What differentiates you from the other candidate(s) running for this position? Why should someone vote for you rather than your opponent(s)? A: While my opponents may attack me on false claims of my stances, financial experience, where I live, or who else knows, I think I have best learned the position. I am working with those who know the township and have provided for it to learn our budget, zoning, and department needs. I have the experience and knowledge to do the job. Q: If elected to this position, what would be your top priorities?
A: I will be the voice Russell does not have for advocating to the county for the fire department on bringing back funding for full time staff. All small capital projects will begin receiving multiple quotes to increase spending competitiveness. Park lands must be purchased at a competitive evaluation only and retain ownership in Russell. I support low commercial, large lot zoning. Abandoned commercial property should be utilized and brought to use and paying taxes rather than remaining eye sores. In regard to the 2017 road levy, I will stop the removal and reallocation of those funds from that department. Q: What project(s) would you like to see township government accomplish over the next four years? A: Even if there has to be a compromise, bring funding for the fire department for full time staffing. Our community has too many services and businesses for families, and soon for veterans, that our residents don’t know about; partner with and promote them to our community. Work with the police department to provide educational services to seniors and residents a few times a year on issues such as cyber scams. Work with the zoning department to get a comprehensive plan on rules for rental properties or vacation home rental policies in terms of property maintenance. Q: Please share your understanding or knowledge of municipal finances, budgeting and auditing? A: I currently hold financial licensing in major insurance lines and non-variable investments, See Russell • Page 11
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from page 10 as well as working on more. I have requested the township budget earlier this year and familiarized myself with it from people who are knowledgeable on municipal finances. I’ve attended township budget meetings. Q: A significant amount of your time will be allocated to township board responsibilities, such as planning, zoning, budgeting, re-zonings, land use, economic development, labor negotiations and audit review. Please share with us your experience with, and understanding of, the aforementioned responsibilities. A: I have had experience with zoning and variance through working on residential expansion either on my own property or assisting those around me. I’ve taken the time to learn the township budget and attend budget meetings. I believe that the community should reexamine its current land management policies in regard to passive park spaces and abandoned commercial lots. I am at the township meetings learning our community’s specific issues and sitting down with a current trustee and other elected officials familiarizing myself with budgeting and zoning issues.
Christopher A. Hare
Matthew Rambo
Jim Mueller
Age: 77 Occupation/Employer: Poly Science Engineering Group Education: Cleveland State University, B.S. in chemical engineering Township/civic involvement over the past 5-10 years: 12 years as Russell Township trustee Q: Why are you seeking this position? My goal is the same as it has been: to keep Russell Township just as it is today – a quiet, safe refuge with first class services. Q: What differentiates you from the other candidate(s) running for this position? Why should someone vote for you rather than your opponent(s)? I have been a state representative, a Geauga County commissioner, and for 12 years, a trustee. One of my opponents is only 19 years old with really no life experience. Q: If elected to this position, what would
Jim Mueller be your top priorities? Twice in the past 10 years Russell has been named (by two difference organizations) as the safest small town in Ohio. I must keep the best police, fire, zoning and road departments possible. Q: What project(s) would you like to see township government accomplish over the next four years? Because Russell has a large number of senior citizens I would like to see more outreach to our seniors from the Geauga Department of Aging for transportation, health care, lawn maintenance, etc. See Candidates • Page 13
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Chester Township Police Department STATISTICS – Third Quarter of 2021 INCIDENTS & ARREST REPORTS
TOTAL
Littering & Illegal Dumping
8
911 Problem
30
Missing Person
6
Abandoned Vehicle
8
Information Reports
45
Aircraft Problem
0
Parking Problem
10
Alarms / Residential & Business
252
Damage to Property
41
Animal Problem & Dog Bite
112
Pursuit
3
Assist Fire & Rescue
614
Property Watch
47
Domestic Violence & Assault
35
Sex Offenses
1
Assist Motorist, Citizen, Agency & Messages
147
Road Rage
0
Repossession
1
Burglary
2
Business Check & Extra Patrols
151
RV / MC & ATV Complaints
19
Child Abuse, Neglect, Custodial & Juvenile Complaints
29
Arrest & Search Warrants
34
Fingerprinting
21
Crisis Intervention
7
25
Suspicious Person & Circumstance
251
9
Motor Vehicle Accidents
144
Community Education / Relations Civil & Temporary Protection Orders
Traffic Stops & Enforcement & Control Traffic Hazard & Disabled Vehicles
Civil Complaints
19
Deceased Person
7
Disorderly Conduct
9
Tobacco Problem
0
Drug Offenses, OVI's & Intox Persons
20
Theft & Vehicle Theft
33
Escorts
11
Tresspassing
14
Elder Abuse
0
Open Buidling or Residence
11
Explosions, Fireworks, Noise & Weapons Complaints
68
Utility Complaint
18
Flooding
0
Vandalism, Criminal Damage & Mischief
8
1960 141
Forgery, Fraud & Identity Theft
134
Welfare Checks
68
Harassment, Menacing & Threats
32
Spillman System Test
1
Hazzardous Spills
0
Total Incidents
4760
Health & Sanitary Conditions
0
Indecent Exposure
0
Criminal Physical Arrests
157
Lost & Found Property
31
Citation & Misdemeanor Violations
710
Felony Investigative Violations
147
Total Arrests
1014
Vehicle & Residential Lockouts Loitery & Vagrancy
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Q: Please share your understanding or knowledge of municipal finances, budgeting and auditing? We have successfully operated the township government for my12 budget cycles with positive balances and a conservative operating method. Q: A significant amount of your time will be allocated to township board responsibilities, such as planning, zoning, budgeting, re-zonings, land use, economic development, labor negotiations and audit review. Please share with us your experience with, and understanding of, the aforementioned responsibilities. I have had considerable experience in all of the items mentioned above. One of the problems facing trustees is past experience may not be reliable because the legislature is constantly tinkering with various facets of the above.
Matthew Rambo
Age: 42 Occupation/Employer: Attorney, Freeburg & Freeburg LLC Education: B.S. electrical engineering, The Ohio State University, J.D., The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law Township/civic involvement over the past 5-10 years: Russell Township Board of Zoning Appeals - member, Geauga County Bar Association, Geauga County Township Association, Red Tulip Project of Geauga board member, Burton Middlefield Rotary, Ducks Unlimited - Geauga County Chapter Q: Why are you seeking this position? A: I am running for Russell Township Trustee to serve in a position that most directly impacts the community in which my family and I live. I look forward to serving my neighbors in Russell and helping local government to respond to their needs and wishes for their community. Q: What differentiates you from the other candidate(s) running for this position? Why should someone vote for you rather than your opponent(s)? A: In voting for me, Russell residents will
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get a trustee that wants to serve the community to the best of my ability. As an attorney, I will bring a unique perspective and training to the board of trustees that it does not currently have. Q: If elected to this position, what would be your top priorities? A: My top priorities when elected will be to ensure fiscal responsibility in the township’s finances, ensure that development remains low in the township, and to ensure that our police and fire services remain among the best in the county. Q: What project(s) would you like to see township government accomplish over the next four years? A: The township has recently re-committed to demolition of the old fire station. I would like to see something done with that property that benefits the township as a whole. I would also like changes made to the recycling center to make it easier to use but also ensure that it is being used properly and not for dumping. Q: Please share your understanding or knowledge of municipal finances, budgeting and auditing? A: I have taken it upon myself to access and review the financial information published on the township’s website and the county’s website, including the various levies that are currently being collected. I have paid close attention to the township’s finances over the past several years out of interest for what my tax dollars are being used. Q: A significant amount of your time will be allocated to township board responsibilities, such as planning, zoning, budgeting, re-zonings, land use, economic development, labor negotiations and audit review. Please share with us your experience with, and understanding of, the aforementioned responsibilities. A: Because I currently sit on the Russell Township Board of Zoning Appeals, I am very familiar with planning, zoning, land use, and economic development. With respect to labor negotiations and auditing, my background as an attorney practicing in the commercial field provides a wealth of experience for me to draw upon.
Aquilegia Garden Club Aquilegia Garden Club met on Oct. 21 at Christ Presbyterian Church. Master Gardener Phyllis Mihalik presented a helpful program on “Mistakes We Make in the Garden.” She provided helpful insights and answered many questions based on her extensive experience. In addition, members were given the opportunity to view a presentation on “Recycling for Gardeners.” The detailed document offered tips on creating compost, reusing aluminum foil, protecting indoor plants when homeowners are on vacation and how to repurpose plastic bottles, shredded paper and takeout containers.
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Christmas Gathering Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chesterland Historical Village Nov. 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Chesterland Historical Village will hold its annual Christmas Gathering Boutique and Tea in the 1842 home of Silas and Molly Tanner. Admission is free. Completely decorated for the holidays with unique and quaint handcrafted gift items, the house will delight and inspire shoppers. Village ladies will serve tea and pastries in the parlor. Molly Tanner will greet guests and talk about the family, gardens and life in the 1800s. The village is located on the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads in Chester Township.
Geauga Park District For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-4636 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
These Are Holly Days
Nov. 6 and 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two Saturdays of premier holiday shopping return to The West Woods Nature Center during the park district’s ever-popular Holly Days Artisan Boutique & Mistletoe Market. A list of regional artisans and their selection of handmade nature-themed items will be posted in advance of each event on the
park district website. The Mistletoe Market features handmade gifts created by young artisans and typically caters to lower price points. Gifts sold traditionally include heirloom-quality ornaments and holiday décor, all-natural bath and beauty products, gourmet food and snacks, unique jewelry and accessories, beautiful and functional pottery and glass items, gifts hand-turned from wood, holiday wreaths and much more. Due to building capacity, guests may experience a wait to enter the venue. With questions, email Teresa at trunion@geaugaparkdistrict.org.
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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Chester Township Police Department Oct. 6-21, 2021. ANIMAL PROBLEM Oct. 20 3:27 p.m., Cedar Road. Dog chased Amazon delivery driver and hurt his leg running from the dog. See report. CITIZEN ASSIST Oct. 8 3:24 p.m., Chillicothe Road. Caller would like to inquire as to how he can get a traffic sign put up at the intersection of Mulberry and Chillicothe so vehicles do not pass cars there. He says he has almost been hit multiple times. DISORDERLY Oct. 18 8:04 a.m., Cedar Road. Irate parent in the middle school office. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Oct. 20 9:38 a.m., Sherman Road. Wife shot a gun and it went through the door. Son states his mom does not have guns, but the ex-boyfriend has guns. Officer spoke with son who stated he doesn’t know all the details but others had a boat and the title was in both of their names. According to one of the other people someone forged the title out name and into other person’s name. Clear.
FRAUD 5:04 p.m., Opalocka Drive. Caller is being actively blackmailed for thousands of dollars right now. Caller stating the people blackmailing him are threatening him, saying they will make him lose his job. Oct. 16 3:59 p.m., Reserve Lane. Caller states his wife has a business on Instagram. Someone made a duplicate business. They are defrauding people and getting credit cards from them. Caller would like to know if there is anything they can do. They have reported it to Instagram. See report. HARASSMENT Oct. 8 7:25 p.m., Sperry Road. Caller is advising a named male drives by daily and yells obscenities out the window. POISONING Oct. 10 1:53 p.m., Mulberry Road. 2-year-old male bit rat poison, acting normal. Patched in with Poison Control. Weighs about 21 pounds. Happened about 10 minutes ago. “Fast Kill Block 2.” FD on scene; FD checked the child. Clear, cleared scene. PROPERTY DAMAGE Oct. 11 2:27 p.m., Caves Road. Jeep Wrangler, white, brand new. Landscapers were weed whacking and hit debris and rocks into
the road. Damaged caller’s vehicle. Windshield also damaged. Caller states she is at end of driveway and landscapers look like they want to leave. See report.
VANDALISM Oct. 18 2:50 p.m., Parkside Drive. Male bathroom at Chester Township Park was vandalized.
ROAD RAGE Oct. 7 4:35 p.m., Chillicothe Road. Eastbound on 322 caller said she was trying to move over into a lane in front of the other vehicle and the car sped up and then slammed on his brakes. When the incident happened caller rolled her window down and asked him what his problem was and he said “suck my $#@&” and then caller got out of her car and was yelling at him for driving reckless. Then the other driver pepper sprayed caller. Officer, EMS for male and female. See report.
WEAPON OFFENSE Oct. 17 4:06 p.m., Maple Drive. Caller claiming there are “bullets flying through her backyard.” Has happened before. Came from east of her property. Does not see who is shooting through the trees.
SUSPICIOUS Oct. 11 7:17 p.m., Chillicothe Road. RV parked in front of WGHS with a cardboard note that states “Honk for Jesus.” Vehicle left northbound on 306. Caller states vehicle left and thought it looked suspicious. UTL vehicle. Nature of call did not appear to be suspicious or illegal. THEFT Oct. 13 9:29 a.m., Chillicothe Road. Male just stole weed eaters. On foot, wearing jeans and a construction vest, high visible. Last seen north on 306. See report.
The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Russell Township Police Department Sept. 21-Oct. 14, 2021. ANIMAL PROBLEM Sept. 22 4:27 p.m., County Line Road. A passing motorist reported there was a large turtle in the roadway. Officer responded and checked area. Officer did not locate a turtle on the roadway. TRESPASSING Sept. 29 6:45 p.m., Sugar Tree Lane. Female called to advise she broke up with her boyfriend and he will not leave her house. Officer responded and spoke with both parties. Male advised he had to retrieve some personal items. He was trying to speak with female about their breakup and she didn’t want to hear it. Officer advised male to leave and he complied.
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Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Oct. 8 and Oct. 15, 2021, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. CHESTER TOWNSHIP Michael H. Marino, 7843 Mayfield Road, to Kings Auto Service LLC, $235,000. (0.56 acres) Kevin G. Gleske, 7422 Devon Lane, to Phillip and Amy Marie Katz, $340,000. (1.00 acres) Jennifer L. and Daniel A. Novitski, 13039 Kenyon Drive, to Dawn Pikula, $275,000. (1.08 acres) Jordan Wright, 11104 Walnut Ridge Road, to Claudia Rose and Todd Spencer Brown,
Students Invited To Enter #1 Dog Contest Geauga County Auditor Charles E. Walder continues the mission to find the #1 Dog in Geauga County for 2022. To kick off the 2022 dog registration, the county auditor’s office is having a #1 Dog Contest for all fourth- and fifth-graders in the county. Students are asked to submit a short essay to Walder’s office or emailed to 2021firstdog@co.geauga.oh.us by Nov. 1 explaining why they think their dog is the top dog in Geauga County. Representatives from the Geauga County and Burton public libraries, and the auditor’s office will judge the essays on Nov. 8. The winner will receive the #1 dog tag for 2022 as well as a lifetime dog tag from Walder on Dec. 1. For more information, visit www.auditor. co.geauga.oh.us/dog and click on “#1 Dog Contest.” Information also is available at all public libraries in the county or by contacting the auditor’s office at 440-285-2222 or directly at 440-279-1614.
Senior News & Events Home Delivered Holiday Meals
The Geauga County Department on Aging will offer a free traditional meal to any Geauga County seniors, age 60 and older, who will be home and alone on Thanksgiving, Nov. 25 and/or Christmas, Dec. 25. There will be no regular Home Delivered Meal delivery or congregate meals on Thanksgiving or Christmas days. Instead, holiday meals are available by preorder only. Thanksgiving meal requests are due by Nov. 18 and for Christmas by Dec. 17. For more information or to sign up for a meal, call the department on aging at 440279-2163.
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$285,000. (1.00 acres) Bree Ashley Pauley, 12140 Shiloh Drive, to James C. and Katie M. Dinger, $379,900. (1.50 acres) John Sr. Varga (trustee), and John and Michelina DiLillo, 12892 Heath Road, to RBP Residential LLC, $155,000. (1.13 acres) Kevin J., Susan M. and Kevin S. Klocker, 12882 Heath Road, to Roberto B. and Faye G. DiFranco, $215,000. (1.13 acres) Raymond B. Suing, 12115 Sperry Road, to SDS Properties LLC, $325,000. (5.00 acres) Daniel C. and Sharon L. Waite, 12060 Caves Road, to Daniel and Alexis Keenan, $625,900. (5.34 acres) Sam A. Miniche (TOD), 8498 Kirkwood Drive, to James P. Kern, $220,000. (1.02 acres)
Mark Mekota, 7065 Fox Ledges Lane, to Evangeline A. Ramsay (trustee), $300,000. (4.71 acres) Reena Kanner (TOD), Sperry Road, to S D S Properties LLC, $362,500. (15.20 acres) Micky and Janette Zoldan, 12539 Woodside Drive, to Nicholas Totarella, $265,000. (0.64 acres) RUSSELL TOWNSHIP Margaret P. Tyler (trustee), Fairmount Road, to Brandon and Catherine McManus, $335,000. (16.00 acres). Oliver and Kay F. Molkentin, 8219 Cloveridge Road, to Rolland D. II and Trisha S. Savage, $550,000. (1.50 acres) Pokopac Margo M. Hearthstone Living Trust, 9323 Fairmount Road, to John N. Pur-
cell, $218,000. (1.50 acres) Marlene C. Green (trustee), 14960 Surrey Downs Drive, to Michael D. Spies and Stephanie Tannous, $380,000. (1.50 acres) Joseph A. and Angela M. Miller, 9190 Pekin Road, to Gary and Marilyn Steyskal, $485,000. (2.93 acres) David Watson and Elizabeth Rader, 8283 Fairmount Road, to Samuel Ziegler, $350,000. (9.79 acres) Dorothy J. Weston, Music Street (s/l 4), to F R E Properties LLC, $300. (1.55 acres) Ralph A. Braun, 8545 Music St., to Thomas William Sloe, $55,000. (1.50 acres) Janet M. Mettee (trustee), 14931 Stillwater Drive, to Brian and Danielle Waldron, $498,500. (2.69 acres)
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Help Wanted West Geauga Local Schools is looking for qualified classified employees for full time employment and/or on an “as needed basis” for the following positions: Custodial, Event Custodians, Van Drivers, and Bus Drivers (will train for CDL with passenger endorsement). Please send resume and/or letters of interest to: ATTN: Jay Bishop, Director of Operations & Capital Improvements, West Geauga Board of Education, 8615 Cedar Road, Chesterland, OH 44026. Responses requested within 14 days.
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Motorcycles wanted to buy. Call Steve at 440-488-7924.
House for Sale, 12777 Manchester Drive, Chesterland. 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath, living room, dining room, family room, large kitchen, 2.5 car attached garage, plus 24x32 building. 1+ acres. $300k. Call Mike Tahl 216-513-6688.
2004 SATURN ION runs good 137,000 miles, 1 owner, manual transmission, check engine light on $2,800/OBO Text 440-724-1888. Wanted junk vehicles & scrap. Call 440679-7293.
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Thompson Twp - 1 acre scenic rolling building lot, side street lots of privacy. $12,900. 440-289-0708.
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Brown eggs from free range hens, no antibiotics, no hormones, $3/doz. Farm help wanted. 13137 StRt 608 Claridon. 440-636-5747. Two used JL Audio 12W6v2 Subs, Two used Pioneer Mono PDX-M6 amps. All wiring included. Excellent condition. Priced to sell. $250. Text 440-552-4400. FREE FIREWOOD FREE. Ash tree needs taken down in Middlefield Village. Other wood also available. Call Dan 440-221-3915. GE front load dryer $150. American Standard silver central AC $300. American Standard propane furnace $300. 12724 S.R. 88, Garrettsville. 216-410-3265. Bruce solid oak hardwood flooring, (Butterscotch) 3/4”x2-1/4”. 9-boxes, 20.6688 sq ft. Will cover 12x15ft room. $300. 216513-0936. please leave voice mail or text.
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Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552.
Wanted children kitchen play set in excellent condition. Call 440-632-5229.
John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.
Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.
Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message.
WANTED TO BUY Wanted. Steel IBC containers (Intermediate Bulk Containers). 440-488-8407. Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), tackle boxes, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.
Gourds, fresh & dried. Swan & birdhouse, $2-$4 each Chardon Township. 440-3526953 leave message. I will return your call. Old oak crank wall phone $379; antique walnut sewing cabinet $98; cigar cabinet $78; humpback chest $89; large rocking horse $79. 440-338-3563. Shop AVON at home or office. Delivery and a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Bev Thompson Avon Independent Sales Representative Call: 440-708-8045 Visit my Web site: https://www.avon.com/ myavon/bthompson8804
Classifieds 440-729-7667 20 words for $10 GARAGE/ESTATE SALES If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale. Call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226.
PETS & ANIMALS For sale: Kittens. Also, male black lab pup $100. 440-834-0609. Snookie: 6 month female grey/white cat, spayed, shots, FIV/feleuk negative. Shy, sweet, playful, loud purr-pot. Needs indoor home. 440-321-2485. Blue healer mix with Australian Shepard, male, neutered, estimate age around 4 years old. Free to a good home. 440-6357677.
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