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CHESTERLAND NEWS Refurbishing Business Opens in Chester By Cassandra Shofar news@chesterlandnews.com A local man is bringing his love of refurbishing old furniture to Chester Township with a new business called Gallery House Décor in the Guido’s Plaza. “I made a lot of custom furniture for my house,” said the man, who performs his work under the name Bruce James. “I received a lot of compliments from family and friends and they started asking me to make them things.” James began refurbishing old furniture five years ago and hopes one day this will be a full-time gig. After selling his refurbished furniture online for awhile, James decided it was time for a physical
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Gallery House Décor recently opened in the Guido’s Plaza in Chester Township.
space, so he found a perfect spot at 12773 Chillicothe Road. “After making custom serving trays and wine racks, along with
the furniture I was refinishing, I started selling them online,” James said. “They were selling fast and so I decided to try a shop. Chesterland
is a great community and home for my family, it seemed logical to open here.” Gallery House Decor sells vintage, antique, handcrafted and rustic furniture and décor as well as take custom orders for customers who want their furniture refinished. “We are also do consignment,” James said. “We are always looking for vintage, antique and handcrafted items to consign.” The Gallery House is open Thursdays from 4-8 p.m., Fridays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The store’s email address is galleryhousedecor@gmail.com and they can be found on Facebook under Gallery House.
West Geauga Russell Township Hires New AD Three Staff Resign in One Week By Ann Wishart
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Tim Skoczen had been working with sports at Independence High School for 28 years. After retiring following the 2015-16 school year, he said he missed it. “I was out one-and-a-half years when (West Geauga Principal) Jay Bishop called,” Skoczen said. He was hired as interim athletic director in January and, this summer, was promoted to full-time AD for the upcoming school year at West G. “I’m definitely Skoczen glad I did (come back),” Skoczen said. “I missed it. Mostly, I missed working with kids and the coaches. The one-and-a-half years out, I definitely missed it. I really, really enjoy being an AD.” Skoczen replaced Joe Leonette, who was in the middle of this third year as AD at West G, which is also his alma mater. Leonette resigned in February. Skoczen, 60, is certainly qualified. He was cross country and track coach at Independence for 14 years before becoming the Blue Devils AD for 13 years. Skoczen, who is also an See Direcctor • Page 6
Russell Township Trustee Justin Madden opened the July 18 trustees meeting announcing the resignations of three township employees. Brittany Milite, assistant to the fiscal officer, Jennell Dahlhausen, zoning commission and board of zoning appeals secretary, and Mary Mobelia, cemetery sexton and cemetery clerk, submitted their letters of resignation last week, Madden said. “We certainly appreciate their service to Russell Township and wish them well,” he said. Madden said there had been no change in township policy in relation to the resignations. “The matter is pretty much closed as far as the township is concerned,” said Madden. However, Trustee Jim Mueller told the Geauga County Maple Leaf on July 19 that Milite and Dahlhausen were forced to resign. Madden and Trustee Gary Gabram had voted in favor of accepting the letters of resignation at a July 13 special meeting. Earlier, Mueller said that Milite had met with Gabram and Melissa Palmer, assistant to the board of trustees, to present a list of complaints she had concerning the
township fiscal office workplace. cisions in Russell Township,” he Mueller was given a copy of the said. “For comments about Russell four-page typewritten document, Township personnel matters, I which the Maple Leaf obtained would defer to the current elected from Mueller through a public re- officials at Russell Township. Emails sent to both Madden cords request. Twelve documents supporting her complaints were and Gabram requesting comment had not been replied to attached to the list. as of the publication deadIncluded at the end line for this week’s newsof the list was Milite’s paper. proposed resolution, that Also included with the she be transferred from documents Mueller prothe fiscal office to the road duced were pages from and fire departments. the township handbook reThe list of complaints garding discipline. Muelincluded charges of favor- K. Walder ler said the township’s itism, nepotism, crude comments by superiors and comp hearing process, which would have time abuse, among others. Many of required a fact-finding hearing, was the complaints dated to former Fis- not followed, to his knowledge. The Maple Leaf has requested cal Officer Chuck Walder’s tenure a copy of any notes Palmer took at the township. Walder resigned from the town- during the meeting she sat in on ship in April, after being appointed with Milite. She was on vacation acting Geauga County Auditor fol- last week and Karen Walder delowing the resignation of former ferred fulfilling the request until Auditor Frank Gliha. Russell trust- Palmer was back in the office. Karen did provide the resignaees later appointed Walder’s wife, tion letters from all three women. Karen, to fill her husband’s elected Milite’s read, in part, “As per the township post. resignation requirements, I am When reached for comment, hereby sending my letter of resigChuck Walder said Monday he left nation as the assistant to the fiscal the township nearly four month officer, effective immediately.” ago and his responsibilities are now Asked for further comment, with the county auditor’s office. Walder said it would not be appro“I am no longer a township ofpriate for her office to comment on ficial and have no input or control over employees or personnel deSee Russell • Page 4
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Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m. Join others from St. Anselm Church to enjoy dinner on the first Wednesday of each month and try out different restaurants in the area. Meet at Tavern 6, 7592 Euclid Chardon Road in Kirtland. All are welcome. RSVP to Joan Gambrill by email at sdssignup@aol. com or text 440-533-5015.
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Aug. 7, 11 a.m. The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will hold its annual picnic at Munson Township Park, 12641 Bass Lake Road. A business meeting will take place at 11:30 a.m. followed by a picnic lunch. Bring a dish to share and table service. Some beverages will be provided. RSVP to Mrs. Judy Miller, 17130 Kinsman Road, Middlefield, OH 44062, 440-487-4324. If a ride from Geauga Transit is needed, call 440-285-2222.
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Aug. 9, 7-8:30 p.m. Join Protect Geauga Parks for a Conservation Conversation at West Geauga Public Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road Chester Township. Judy Semroc, of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, will present “Land Use and Abuse: Perils of Habitat Fragmentation.” The event is free. Refreshments will be provided. Questions? Contact Kathy Hanratty, 440-477-5468.
On Campus Hannah Brinning, of Chester Township, was named to the John Carroll University dean’s list for the spring semester. She is a biology major. Lauren Jeunnette, of Chester Township, was named to the dean’s list at The Ohio State University for the spring semester. Alyssa Posante, of Chester Township, a nursing student at Ohio University, was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester.
Greens for the Greenhouse
Aug. 10 Lyndhurst Lumber will host the second annual Friends of WomenSafe golf outing, “Greens for the Greenhouse” at Little Mountain Country Club, 7667 Hermitage Road in Concord. The scramble begins with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Cost is $100 for golfers. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information or to register, call the Friends of WomenSafe at 440-285-3741 or visit www.fows.info.
HomeGrown Geauga
Aug. 11, 5:30-9 p.m. Tickets are now on sale for Geauga Growth Partnership’s sixth annual HomeGrown Geauga fundraising event at ASM International, 9639 Kinsman Road in Russell Township. Tickets are $125 per person. For information or to purchase tickets, call 440564-1060 or email info@geaugagrowth.com.
Next Step Reverse Raffle
Aug. 11, 7-11 p.m. The fourth annual Next Step Reverse Raffle will be held at the Century Village in Burton. Tickets are $60 per person and include dinner, wine and beer. Side boards available and grand prize is $3,000. Sponsored by Geauga Kiwanis Clubs, proceeds benefit Next Step, a program providing housing and case management services for young adults 18-24 who are homeless and at risk. For tickets, call 216-990-0524.
Flea Market On The Greens
Aug. 18, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chesterland Historical Village will host its annual Flea Market On The Greens where bargain hunters can find a wide variety of items. The event includes food and music.
Cub Scout Recruitment
Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m. Cub Scout Pack 193 will hold a recruitment hike at Bessie Benner Metzenbaum park. The pack is based out of Russell Township, but accepts any and all boys grades 1-5. Join to learn more about the pack and Cub Scout. There will be information to take home along with a 20-30 minute hike around the park trails. Bring the whole family. For more information, email westgpack193@gmail.com.
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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Chester Township Police Department July 6-19, 2018. In total, the police department handled 218 calls during this period. ANIMAL BITE July 11 7:45 a.m., Caves Road. Complainant was walking this morning in Sherman Road and two dogs came out into the roadway and she got bit in the leg. Would like to wait on officer to arrive to assess the leg, to deem if rescue responds. 81-year-old female. ANIMAL PROBLEM July 13 1:35 p.m., Mayfield Road. Two coons, a mom and a baby, trapped in the dumpster. Officer advised and responded and put a board in the dumpster so the raccoons can exit. SUSPICIOUS July 19 8:48 p.m., Barfield Drive. Male pointed a gun at the caller and his son. Male was in a blue Caravan. Male left on 306 unknown direction of travel. Unknown type of gun. THREATENING July 7 1:57 p.m., West Geauga Trail. Daughter got a threatening text message from an adult. We are here at the PD. July 13 2:31 p.m., Cherry Lane. Threatened through Facebook. Officer took a harassing report. 6:08 p.m., Cherry Lane. Found K-9 with a leash, black lab shepherd mix. Dog’s tags returned to Cherry Lane address. Upon arrival there, two females were located in the ground. They advised they had both fallen and required help getting up. Squad was called and one was transported. TRAFFIC OFFENSE July 14 12:51 a.m., Meadowhurst Lane. Chrysler 300, black. Caller states Uber drier was highly intoxicated and was not letting
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his occupants out of vehicle. Occupant was the caller’s friend. Caller states they have no idea of what direction of travel he went; they don’t even know if he made it out of the development. Driver’s name was Chandler. He told the occupant, “He was lucky he was coming from Chesterland.” Area checked. GOA/UTL. July 18 1:33 p.m., Caves Road. Female on a 3-wheeled motorcycle lost some bags off her bike that struck a car. She was swerving in and out of traffic giving people the finger. She turned down Caves toward the large church. Officer responded to area. UTL. ••••••• The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Russell Township Police Department July 2-16. In total, the police department handled 136 calls during this period. ANIMAL MISC. July 7 9:40 a.m., Fedeli Lane. Complainant reported a deceased raccoon in the roadway. He requested the road department remove it immediately so the smell did not ruin his weekend. Dispatch advised they do not call out the road department on weekends for animal removal. He then requested an officer to check on the situation. Officer responded and observed a large flock of buzzards completing the “circle of life” with a small deceased woodchuck. Officer cleared and attempted to speak with the complainant but nobody was home. TRAFFIC COMPLAINT July 6 3 p.m. Chillicothe Road. Complainant reported a red Jeep, possibly a Wrangler, with a light bar was tailgating her and following her southbound on 306. She stated as she pulled into driveway, the Jeep continued southbound. It was occupied by four younger male subjects who were observed laughing and “giving her the finger.” Description was passed on; however, vehicle was UTL.
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personnel matters. Mobelia, who sexton for the township’s two cemeteries for 14 years, said she knew Milite and Dahlhausen from meeting them at the township office and occasionally going out to lunch with them. When asked in a telephone conversation why she resigned, Mobelia said simply, “I just didn’t want to hang around any longer.” Mobelia added she never heard either Milite or Dahlhuasen had received bad work evaluations and she decided to quit when she heard they had been forced to resign. “I just wasn’t happy with their treatment,” Mobelia said. “I didn’t think they were treated fairly.” Neither Milite, who has worked for the township since February 2013, nor Dahlhausen, who was hired in 2016, responded to messages left on their voicemail. In related business, Karen Walder said Jennifer Dorka, her assistant, will be taking vacation sometime between now and when the township is due for its biennial state audit in mid-August. Due to Milite’s resignation,
Religion Becoming Catholic
St. Anselm Church is available to help people who are thinking about becoming Catholic and will answer questions about what is required to be baptized. For those already baptized, the church will answer questions about how to go about joining the Catholic church. St. Anselm is able help people explore their options and offer guidance as to how people might proceed. Call Fr. Steve Spisak or Fr. Tom Sweany at 440-729-9575.
help me to let other people know how much this kind of thing happens and how bad it is. I feel it is an insult to both girls and women of all ages. This kind of thing happens way too much and it is not OK at all. I have always been taught that if you think something is unjust, change it. So, this is how I am making a change. Thank you for listening to me and I hope you can help me. Julianne Speyer Russell Township Walder said she would need help to prepare for the audit and assist her while the auditors are working at the township office. Trustees did not object and Walder said she would recommend the expense for an individual to assist her not to exceed $5,000. Walder also said staff from other township departments have offered to lend a hand until the vacant positions can be filled and added the township would have a limited ability to handle sales of cemetery plots until another sexton can be found. In other business, a resident asked if trustees have considered placing the 0.41acre parcel on the northeast corner of the state Routes 306 and 87 intersection in a conservancy before possibly selling the parcel to Circle K. Madden said the township has received a proposal from Circle K Inc. to buy the property and Circle K has applied for various variances the township zoning appeals board would considered. “I don’t really know where that is headed now,” Madden said. “When the BZA has a matter in front of it, I don’t want to give the appearance of trying to influence their decision. I have always had confidence the BZA will endeavor to do the right thing.” Circle K has submitted a proposal to demolish the existing store on Route 306 and combine several other parcels to provide space for a larger store, gas pumps and driveways on both state routes. According to the plans, the township corner would be used for the Circle K sign. That parcel is valued at $49,900, according to the Geauga County Auditor Office’s. It currently yields no tax dollars because a government entity owns it.
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West Geauga Schools RPD Provides Cruiser for SRO
During the 2018-19 school year, the West Geauga Schools, in cooperation with Chester Township Police and Russell Township Police, will have a dedicated school resource officer (SRO) on staff. Chief Tim Carroll said, “Russell Township is providing a cruiser for the SRO. I think it is extremely important to have an officer dedicated to our schools because the safety of our students and staff are paramount, considering what is happening at our schools across the country.” The SRO, Mark Rich, a full-time officer with the Chester Township Police Department, will have access to the cruiser as part of his new position as a liaison with the school district. Said Carroll, “The West Geauga school administrators and law enforcement are being proactive in keeping our schools a safe environment. Having a SRO builds great relationships between law enforcement and the students and staff. We are more than happy to contribute a cruiser to this effort.”
Boys Tennis Achieves 8-0 Record
The West Geauga boys tennis team finished the year with a stellar 8-0 record in the CVC. At the CVC tournament, every player won his flight of the tournament. The players included Zach Bobango, who played first singles; Kevin Wagner, who played second singles; Jonathan Rash, who played third singles; Xavier Zup and Michael Elias, who played first doubles; and Matt Robertson and David Dela Cruz, who played second doubles. With their 8-0 record in the CVC and sweeping the tournament, West Geauga earned the outright CVC championship. It is the second time in the past three seasons this team has had this high level of achievement. Coach DiMattia said, “We will lose three
seniors, but we have our top four players coming back next season. Hopefully, the success they saw this season makes them hungry and they work hard this summer to improve their skills. If they come back ready to go and focused next season, there is a really good chance that we will defend our CVC title. I’m already excited for next season.”
New Well Installed
Over the summer, one of the main projects for the West Geauga School District is the installation of a new well on the high school and middle school campus. Currently, there is only one well servicing both buildings. “This has become a critical issue for the district,” said Superintendent Richard Markwardt. “Adding a backup well to the campus will allow us to ensure that education can continue in both buildings if there were to be a problem with the main well.” The new well is part of the preliminary phase of a new water treatment facility on the campus and was approved as part of the facilities master planning process that is currently underway.
Staff Attends Writing Institute
Lindsey teacher Chris Howell and Principal Kim Menta travelled to The Teacher’s College at Columbia University in New York City to attend the Lucy Calkins Summer Writing Institute. The institute is a world-renowned program that helps to support the implementation of Calkins’ writing curriculum. West Geauga elementary buildings are fully implementing the program in the 2018-19 school year. One of the benefits of the curriculum is that teachers work with students in small groups or one-on-one to help develop their writing skills through a structure that makes it easy to replicate the process for all students.
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West Geauga Senior Center The Senior Center is at 12650 West Geauga Plaza Unit 4, Chester Township, 440-729-2782. • Bocce Ball: Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held at Sunnybrook Preserve. • Geauga Library Lobby Stop: Aug. 1, 15 and 29, 1-2 p.m. • Senior Trip: Aug. 1. Trip to The Perambulator Museum and lunch in Jefferson. Depart West Geauga Senior Center at 9:30 a.m. and return at 2:30 p.m. Call for the cost.
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Piecenski has Plans as President BadaBing Chester owner Bob Piecenski, also known as the King of Fun and the Face of Chesterland, has taken on a new title. Piecenski is now the president of the Chesterland Rotary Club. Piecenski promises the Rotary will continue all of its magnificent work with many events throughout the community. However, President Piecenski also plans on extending his reach on behalf of not only Chesterland, but the entire country. Piecenski is currently in negotiations with Canada about the current tariffs. Whether the tariff is on steel or paper, President Piecenski is working on a deal that will benefit both great countries. The meeting will take place on Sunday in honor of National Chicken Wing Day. It’s not a holiday celebrated by our wonderful Canadian neighbors, but who can’t get behind a day like that? And with BadaBing Chester serving its Dirty Wings during the negotiations, talks are sure to go smoothly. Who can get angry when they are eating amazing wings from BadaBing Chester? So stop by BadaBing Chester and make your voice heard with our new President. Or just stop by to eat some amazing wings or the best pizza in Chesterland. BadaBing is located at 12617 Chillicothe Rd. in the Drug Mart plaza and can also be reached at 440-729-9300, badabingchester.com or followed on Twitter @BadaBingChester.
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Independence graduate, spent time as an assistant basketball coach too. Before his time at Independence, Skoczen was an assistant football and basketball coach at Brecksville. He is a graduate of Baldwin Wallace University, where he ran track, and earned his graduate degree from Kent State. Skoczen also has a daughter who will be a junior at Independence this coming school year. She is on the track and cross country teams. West G superintendent Richard Markwardt released a statement saying: “Tim brings a wealth of experience to the role. We are pleased to welcome him to the Wolverine family.” Skoczen said he didn’t really know Bishop personally, but they had mutual contacts through the Chagrin Valley Conference of which both West G and Independence are members. “We served on a couple of committees together, so I knew him from that perspective,”
• Theater Traveling: Aug. 3, 12:30p.m. Join in a free educational series of travel videos on Europe, projected onto a large wall style screen. The first series will be traveling to Austria and The Alps. Popcorn and refreshments will be served. • Music Enrichment: Aug. 10 and 24, 12:30 p.m. Certified music therapist Lucille Brown will entertain and provide an uplifting therapeutic music program. produce, volunteer opportunities, support and networking. Call the office or email bolsen@namigeauga.org with any questions. Registration is open for the NAMI Geauga Miles for Mental Health & Wellness symposium and walk at Chardon High School on Aug. 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Skoczen said. But Skoczen is now ready to go. “I am really looking forward to it,” Skoczen said. “West G has some phenomenal people. I have been doing this a long time. Hosting games is second nature, but you still need the right people around. “This is a great school district. West G is not about average or mediocre. We look to be at the top of everything we do.” Skoczen said he plans on being around for a while. “I’m in good health,” Skoczen said. “As long as they want me around, I would definitely keep going.” Skoczen said he knows what kind of role athletics plays in a school district. “High school athletics is such a vital part of a school district and I think we’re right up there,” Skoczen said. “I’m excited to be a part of it. “It’s a great school district. I really enjoy the kids and the coaches. We have veteran people on staff and new hires. It’s exciting.”
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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Business Spotlight: Myofit Clinic
Physical Therapy First in Treatment for Back Pain
By Dr. Adam M. Cramer
If chronic back pain is seriously impacting your quality of life, you are not alone. Low back pain remains the most common cause of lost work days and missed attendance at important events. It is non-discriminating in that it attacks both men and women equally and is vicious and relentless when it hits, stopping us in our tracks and making even basic movements excruciating.
Physical therapy should be your first line of treatment
Instead of rushing out for pain medications or getting on a waiting list for surgery, more and more people with chronic low back pain are seeing a physical therapist first. In the state of Ohio, you do not need a physician’s referral or prescription to have your physical therapy services covered. You can see any physical therapist you want and no physician can direct you to go to see their own or anyone else’s. You have the choice.
Friends of the Library Book Sale July 25-28 The Geauga West Friends of the Library summer book sale begins Wednesday with a members-only preview from 4-6 p.m. Memberships are available at the door. The public sale follows from 6-8:30 p.m. The sale continues Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Saturday, which is Bag Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A mountain of research published in peer-reviewed journals around the world supports this. Physical therapy should be your first line of attack on lower back pain because it has proven to be effective, it saves money and it prevents dependency on pharmaceuticals.
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Our goals are straightforward when patients arrive at MyoFit Clinic suffering from low back pain. First, we take immediate step to decrease the pain. Then we work to increase your mobility to function, creating a long-term program you can continue at home to prevent your pain from recurring. Trigger point dry needling is a physical therapy treatment that involves inserting needles into myofascial trigger points within muscles and soft tissue. The treatment focuses on reducing and eliminating the trigger points and restores range of motion. It is especially effective in patients who have been suffering from chronic and acute low back pain. Specific exercises that help treat low back pain include proper stretching, dynamic stabilization exercises to strengthen the spine’s secondary muscles, and core strengthening exercises used to strengthen the low back muscles and abdominal muscles. Doctors of physical therapy will show you exactly how to manage your symptoms, correct them and keep them from coming back again, successfully avoiding surgery. Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist, Pain specialist and owner of MyoFit Clinic in Chardon and Middlefield, Ohio.
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Chester Government Update The July 5 Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting began at 6 p.m. with a public hearing regarding the 2019 township tax budget. Fiscal Officer Craig Richter presented the revenue and expenditure numbers that were developed in collaborative effort among trustees, department heads and staff. Upon closing of the public hearing, trustees approved the 2019 tax budget in the amount of $7,099,841, which will be sent to the Geauga County Budget Commission for acceptance. Trustees and Mr. Richter will meet with the budget commission in August. The West Geauga Joint Recreation Board presented a capital improvement project to the Commons Park. Chester, Russell and West Geauga School District appoint members to this board, so they are asking all three entities for financial support. Trustees agreed to fund up to $6,000 depending on how much the other two entities provide. Final action will be taken at a future meeting. Trustees appointed Greg Poe to serve on this board through April 2021. Deputy Geauga County Engineer Nick Gorris gave an update on the Heath Road resurfacing project. After the contractor ground off the top layer of asphalt, it was observed that the intermediate layer was compromised, which resulted in a change order for the project to have more material ground off the roadway to allow for the new pavement to properly adhere to the old base. The extra cost will be shared with Munson Township, as the entire project has been split with them. Thank you to residents for the continued patience during the road construction season. A letter was sent asking the Geauga County Engineer’s Office to mark the rightof-way on Sperry Road between Wilson Mills
and Sherman roads, which is being done to allow for ditch maintenance and tree work in preparation for future resurfacing. Also approved were letters of intent to apply for OPWC funds for County Line Road improvements. The Chester Fire Department received the quote for repairs of its front line fire engine that was struck while on scene of another crash. The damage was over $31,000 and the township will be reimbursed by insurance for the repairs. Thankfully, no personnel was injured during the event. Trustees approved, by a majority vote, to accept a memorandum of understanding that allows for the Chester Township Park District to provide consulting services to the board. These services will be provided at no cost and will assist Trustee Mazzurco as he looks into maintenance issues at Parkside. Trustees will continue to operate and maintain all park property, including the approval of all projects, scheduling and expenditures from the township budget. Trustee Radtke provided an update on the Planning Committee’s first meeting. Good dialog was had and the focus appears to be starting in the center of the township. The public is encouraged to participate in this process. All future meetings will be posted in the meeting notices in this paper, online and at town hall. Submitted By Bob Rogish, Chester Trustee
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Help Wanted Driver wanted local, dump truck and Mixer, 2 years CDL experience. Call 440823-2117. Wanted: Crew leader for grass-cutting and landscape construction, Chesterland area, 440-729-3779
Chagrin Valley Athletic Club LIFEGUARD American Red Cross certified with current valid certification, or take our course. Flexible shifts from 6 am to 9 pm weekdays, occasional weekends. Pay based on experience. Private club open 7 days. Send resume to jessica@cvaclub.com
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Lantern Of Chagrin Valley, a premier assisted living and memory care community, is seeking passionate, committed and loving individual for the Director of Nursing position that has a heart to serve the elderly. Individual who strongly believes that our elderly deserve to live a life that is fulfilling and dignifying. If you have the heart to serve, willing to do whatever it takes and able to inspire, motivate and lead a team, please apply at Lantern of Chagrin Valley, 5277 Chillicothe Road, Chagrin Falls, Ohio-44022. Call Heather at (440) 557-1109 for more information.
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Classifieds FOR RENT For rent: Auburn 1 bedroom apt with AC and garage. No pets. $825 per month. 440221-0649.
FOR SALE
WO O D CH I P M U LCH
440-286-4507 CHIPS - NOT DEBRIS Fresh OR Nicely Aged
5+ YDS. DELIVERED $70
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YOUR PICKUP $15
- SELECT HARDWOOD LOGS Big One Ton Dump Load $120
CHESTERLAND: 1-Day Sale, Saturday, July 28, 8:00am-4:00pm. Miscellaneous household, few antiques, tools, clothes. 9051 Forest Lane. CLARIDON: 3 Family, 12780 Claridon-Troy Rd (between Rte. 322 & Ensign Rd), Thursday, July 26 through Saturday, July 28, 8:00am-5:00pm, Furniture, household, luggage, clothing, too much to miss. MONTVILLE: 16159 Gar Hwy July 28th 9am-4pm. Oak furniture, horse tack, electric fencing, supplies, tools, tires, wheels, toys, BBQ, Clothes and household items. CHESTERLAND: Thurs 7/26 – Sat 7/28 from 8a – 5p, Retired Welder Fabricator sale: welding supplies, tools, boxes, 38year accumulation, at Monticello Garden Center 8639 Mayfield Rd, Chesterland. If you need to have a moving sale, estate sale or garage sale, call Kathy Willis at 440-840-3226 for assistance. Experienced. References available. We are now doing partial estate buyouts.
2000+ guns in stock, big variety of ammo, Ohio Supply & Tool, 125 State St., Wadsworth OH, 330-335-1506.
WANTED!
Electric Bicycle, new $565, asking $220/ OBO, also Auto Trans Bicycle, new $325, asking $120/OBO. Call 440-338-3563.
GRANDMA’S Costume Jewelry Compacts • Perfume Linens • Knickknacks
Air Conditioner: Haier portable room air conditioner, 10,000 BTU, with remote, like new used only 1 year, $220, call 440463-0238.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES CHESTERLAND: 12944 Opalocka Dr., July 26, 27, 28, 9am – 4pm. Halloween decorations, household items, new women’s size 5 shoes, much more. No Early Birds.
CALL 440-338-5942
GRANDPA’S Toys • Trains Coins • Bottles Fishing Lures
ALSO BUYING: Misc. Collections and Estates
MOTORCYCLES 2003 -1600 Vulcan Classic, 30,000 miles well maintained all extras, excellent condition, deep red color, selling due to bad health, only $2,000. Call 740-624-0042 near Hartsgrove.
34601 Ridge Road Willoughby, OH 44094
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REAL ESTATE
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Chesterland: Brick Ranch, 3Bed, 3Bath, full basement, fireplace, 2,476 sq.ft., oversized detached garage on 2 acres, $190,000. Call 216-406-8821.
Standing Timber. Nelson Park Lumber 330-592-1394.
NEWBURY: Lot for sale, 3 wooded buildable acre lot. Very scenic! $44,900 Call 440-289-0708. Thompson Twp: one acre lot, scenic, gently sloped, wooded, very quiet side street, $9,900. Call 440-298-0708. Chautauqua Lake: Enjoy the Beautiful Fall Colors: Available Sept & Oct. Reserve Summer 2019 now! Lakefront, 3br/ 2ba, sleeps 8, furnished, sunroom, deck, boat dock, all amenities 440-953-8687 www.maplebaygetaway.com for Pictures/Reservations.
SERVICES Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 18 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message. John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.
Riding lawn mowers, snow blowers, farm tractors, construction equipment, 4-wheelers, and truck snow plows. Call 440-352-7372.
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