Chesterland News 9-13-2023

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Iacampo Resigns From Chester PD

By Amy PAtterson And BriAn doering

Chester Township police officer and former West Geauga Schools Resource Officer Nicholas Iacampo, who was recently accused of sexual battery against a 16-year-old, officially resigned from the police department Aug. 28.

Iacampo was accused of having sexual contact with a teenager Aug. 6 while on duty, but the charges were ultimately dropped. During an Aug. 18 hear ing in Chardon Municipal Court, prosecutors said the state law which ruled it a felony for a peace officer to have sex with a minor more than two years younger than the officer was ruled unconstitutional in 2016.

In his letter of resignation, addressed to Chester Township Police Chief Craig Young, Iacampo thanked Young for affording him the opportunity to serve as a patrolman for the department.

“It was an honor to serve with you and the other professional men and women of the department,” he wrote. “Respectfully, please accept this notice of my decision to resign from my position as patrol officer and employee of the Chester Township Police Department, effective immediately. Again, thank you for placing your trust in me. I wish you and all of the employees of the department well.”

Young confirmed Iacampo’s resignation in an interview Sept. 1 and said there was never going to be a situation in which Iacampo would return to his post.

“He will not be back at the police

Wolverines Soccer Slams Door on Hilltoppers

By dAniel sherriff sPorts@kArlovecmediA com

Last year, the West Geauga Wolverines boys soccer team did not know how to finish strong.

But this season has been a different story, and West Geauga continued its fast start to the season, shutting out Geauga County rival Chardon 2-0 on Aug. 31 at Howell Field in Chester.

“We started a little slow, but then they really picked it up in the second half of the first half,” Wolverines Head Coach Danny Cappelucci said. “It continued in the second half, and we were on

the front foot for pretty much the whole second half.”

In only the sixth game of the season, the Wolverines (4-1-1, 1-00) exceeded their win total from last year when they recorded a 3-11-2 record.

“That was one of the worries going in, that maybe the depth would not be there when we play some of these bigger Chagrin Valley Conference schools,” said senior midfielder/forward Nick Res. “We are just figuring out where everybody fits, and it is just working.”

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session for most of the game, but their efforts had not yielded any goals with the score tied at 0-0 in the middle of the second half.

The Wolverines had outshot Chardon (0-1-3, 0-0-0) by a 7-2 margin, but according to Res, West Geauga did not feel discouraged by some of its missed opportunities.

“Honestly, it was encouraging,” he said. “There is something to be said about that. It’s frustrating to not be able to getting a goal, but it is encouraging when you know you can get it down to their defensive third and you can

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West Geauga Wrestling to Host Alumni Dual Meet

By dAniel sherriff sPorts@kArlovecmediA.com

The fun does not stop for the West Geauga Wolverines after the football team welcomes rival Chagrin Falls Sept. 29 for their Homecoming game .

The Wolverines wrestling team will celebrate their long and storied tradition by hosting their first Alumni Dual Meet fundraising event Sept. 30 at West Geauga High School.

“A lot of people like to come home and visit their hometown during homecoming weekend,” Head Wrestling Coach Carmen Russo said. “They might have family and some of the family is going to homecoming, so they come home and visit — so why not tie it together and make it a great weekend for West Geauga where on Friday night we have a football game, Saturday morning we have this alumni wrestling event?”

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Community Meetings

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

Chester Township: Sept. 20, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Sept. 21, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees . All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.

Russell Township: Sept. 21, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees; Sept. 27, 6 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.

arriving at 10 a.m., and the matches will begin at 11 a.m., with 24 Wolverine alumni returning to their alma matter for another bout. These will include two-time Division II state placer and 2009 graduate Adam Walters, two-time Division II state placer and 2022 graduate Jack Sparent, and threetime Division II state placer and 2007 graduate Dominic Cribari.

According to Russo, first-round

West Geauga BOE: Sept. 26, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.

Young of Heart

Sept. 15, 11:30 a.m.

Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and beverage are provided. Dan Karl will entertain with his keyboard, guitar and vocals. The group will be going to the Station Dinner Theater in Erie, Pa., on Oct. 20 for “A Canterbury Feast,” an original medieval musical comedy. For reservations, call Kimber at 440-668-3293.

A Christmas trip has been planned for

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Dec. 12-14 to Lancaster, Pa., which includes “Miracle of Christmas” at the Sight and Sound Theatre, “The First Noel” variety show at the American Music Theatre and Holidays at the Mount Hope Mansion dinner theater and more. For reservations, call Nancy at 440-729-9684.

Free Fresh Produce

Sept. 16, 9-11 a.m.

Newbury Community Church is hosting a fresh produce giveaway at 14916 Auburn

Road. Cleveland FoodBank provides the service to low income Geauga County residents the third Saturday of each month through October. Please bring ID and bags.

Honey Bee Fest

Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The fourth annual Honey Bee Festival will take place at John’s Country Nursery on Old State Road in Middlefield. The event features food, entertainment, a children’s section, vendors and mini educational seminars. For information, call 440-632-0016.

Get Septic Smart

Sept. 19, 6-7:30 p.m.

Join the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District and Geauga Public Health for a free SepticSmart program at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center, 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon.

Registration is required by visiting www. geaugaswcd.com or calling 440-834-1122.

CWC Lunch and Program

Sept. 20, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Join Christian Women’s Connection for a luncheon at Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township. Lisa Basham will present “Top Tips for Staging Your Home” and speaker Donna Miller will present “My Neighbor Changed My Life.”

To RSVP by Sept. 15, email cwcchagrin@ gmail.com or call/text 440-213-1205.

Girl Scouts Info Session

Sept. 20, 6:30 p.m.

Come and learn about Girl Scouts at an informational session being held at Geauga West Library. Questions? Contact Lori at Lorikvieira@gmail.com.

Geauga Dems Meet

Sept. 20, 6:30 p.m.

Join the Geauga County Democratic Party for an update on the November election, with opportunities to get involved, at the party headquarters located at 12420 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township. The social hour and election update will be followed by a 7 p.m. showing of the documentary “The Janes.”

Third Thursday Business Social

Sept. 21, 8-9 a.m.

Join West Geauga Chamber of Commerce for its Third Thursday Business Social at Geauga West Library. Communication and marketing strategist Megan Vogias will guide

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attendees through the best practices in social communication, small business marketing and fostering growth and development in the business community. Register at wgchamber.com.

Bloodmobile

American Red Cross urges people to make and keep appointments to help avoid a blood shortage. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment. Power Reds are available.

Sept. 21, St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 12-5 p.m. Sept. 22, Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GCP Fall Mixer

Sept. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Join with members of Geauga Growth Partnership and Burton, Chardon Area, Chagrin Valley, Middlefield and West Geauga chambers of commerce for appetizers, drinks, networking and entertainment at Orchard Hills Center, 11414 Caves Road, Chester Township. Call 440-564-1060 to register.

Outreach Spaghetti Dinner

Sept. 21, 6-7 p.m.

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

Liberty Camp USA Fundraiser

Sept. 23, 5:30-9 p.m.

Geauga West Rotary Club is hosting a fundraiser for Liberty Camp USA at the E.O.U.V. Event Center, 8636 Pekin Road, Russell Township. Proceeds will support the camp that serves children in Northeast Ohio. For tickets, call 440-725-2064 or visit libertycampusa.com.

Operation Christmas Child

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St. Mark Lutheran Church kicks off its in-gathering of items to be donated to Operation Christmas Child (OCC) during its 8 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. worship services. Sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse, the goal is to provide shoeboxes filled with new toys, school supplies and hygiene items to children ages 2-14 living in poverty overseas.

The community is invited to drop off items at the church located at 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Call the church office at 440-729-1668 for more information. The collection runs through Oct. 22.

Lions Club Meeting

Sept. 26, 7-8 p.m.

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

Scouts Seek Donations

Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to noon

Girl Scout Troop 71999 is accepting donations for Geauga Job & Family Services at the Chester Town Hall parking lot, 12701 Chillicothe Road.

Items being collected for placement bags for displaced children include diapers - especially pull-ups and larger sizes, hot wheels cars, water bottles, activity books, figurines, toys for 3–9-year-olds and gift cards, preferably for local food options for older children.

Contact Ginnie at or ginnie3@gmail.com or call 330-554-5840 with any questions.

Creations Boutique

Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Children’s Guild of Cleveland is hosting its annual Creations unique boutique featuring handcrafted jewelry, fiber arts, seasonal decor, children’s items, vintage treasures and more at The Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township. All proceeds benefit Cleveland area children.

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The West Geauga Chamber of Commerce met Sept. 7 to celebrate a ribbon cutting and open house at vino_type in Chester Township. Bradford “B” Kinney bought Colonial Wine and Beverage earlier this year, rebranding the store and wine bar as vino_type, which is a play on the popular beverage and the owner’s collection of vintage typewriters. Pictured, from left, are Darrel, Kinney and a former owner of the store, Bob Eppich. The ribbon cutting was sponsored by the store’s neighbor, Karlovec Media Group.

Chester Government Update

The Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on July 27 began at 6:01 p.m. with Chris Wincek, president of the West Geauga Rotary Club, indicating the club was looking to do a fundraiser, which would include selling bricks that are located around the gazebo and allowing them to be engraved with residents’ names. The cost of the bricks was to be determined. The Rotary Club asked to promote the bricks on Unity Day, which was held Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the West Geauga High School.

In the road department and based on the recommendation of the Road Superintendent John Onyshko, trustees approved the promotion of Justin Salo to full-time road worker 1 at the rate of $23.42 per hour starting July 30, 2023. The board also approved a purchase order for Cleveland Plumbing in the amount of $10,000 for pipe work.

Moving on to fire business, trustees approved an after-the-fact medical leave of absence for part-time paramedic/firefighter Nick Sanvido beginning July 24, 2023, and ending Oct. 24. Also, the board approved the purchase of two HP desktop computers in the amount of $2,530 from MNJ Technologies. The purchase is to replace outdated computers that do not meet county ADP requirements.

In police business, it was approved to auction through GovDeals a 2011 Chevy Equinox that was awarded via forfeiture to the Chester Township Police Department by the Geauga County Court of Common Pleas. Money raised from the auction will be credited accordingly to the Chester Police Department by the Chester Township Fiscal Officer Patricia Jarrett.

In new business, trustees approved the purchase of the following for the police department: 18 ballistic helmets at $5,929.20 and 18 sets of rifles rated body armor at

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department,” Young said. “This just kind of finalized that.”

Young said he expects and anticipates the state legislature will either update or add an addendum to the law indicating police officers and school resource officers are prohibited from having sexual relations with minors over a two-year age gap.

“I (will) look for them to put that back

$12,758.40 from HighCom Armor as well as 18 medical kits at $1,408.25 for active shooter response kits. The police department received $13,000 from Blue Line Unlimited that will be applied to the cost and the balance should be reimbursed through a grant from the state of Ohio.

Consideration for three separate declarations of necessity regarding three proposed levies was discussed next. A new police levy at a rate of 1.50 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $53 dollars for each $100,000 on the Geauga County Auditor’s appraised value. Then a renewal fire levy at a rate of 2.75 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $87 for each $100,000 on the county auditor’s appraised value, that was first voted upon in 2019.

Finally, another renewal fire levy at a rate of 1.8 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $37 for each $100,000 on the county auditor’s appraised value, first voted upon in 1999. All three levies will be placed on the ballot for the election on Nov. 7 as continuing.

Regarding the Chester Township Park, trustees moved to approve and utilize $4,350 of available American Rescue Plan money for drainage work in the Parkside Park parking lot. There is currently a water issue with backed-up drains near the walkway at Parkside Park.

The board went into an executive session at 7:20 p.m. pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 121.22 (G) (1) to consider the appointment, employment, discipline or compensation of a public employee. Upon returning to public session, no action was taken and the meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.

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in. But right now, we are really at the point where we don’t have that code,” he said.

Iacampo’s case was taken by the office of Lake County Prosecutor Charles Coulson to avoid any conflicts or potential conflicts of interest in Geauga County’s court system, as Iacampo is the son of Chardon Municipal Court Judge Terri Stupica.

“There are other (criminal) codes that Lake County can charge under, and we anticipate that there will be an indictment through the grand jury at some point,” Young said.

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possess with a level head and try to create.”

West Geauga broke the scoreless tie when junior midfielder Alex Schaffer fed a through ball to scorer and junior midfielder/ forward Frankie Sassano across the middle of the field and Sassano beat Hilltoppers senior goalkeeper Austin Suszynski to score the goahead goal, putting the Wolverines ahead 1-0 inside the 57th minute of play.

After West Geauga took the lead, the Hilltoppers picked up the pace and tried overwhelming the Wolverines with a more physical style of play, but Chardon’s overzealous nature worked against it, resulting in two consecutive yellow cards.

The Hilltoppers continued their chippy play, but everything unraveled when senior defender Austin Seese was issued a red card for intentionally bringing a Wolverine to the ground in the 63rd minute.

“The fouls and the yellow cards, we can deal with,” Chardon Head Coach Mike Smith said. “The red card was a big factor in the result. Playing down to 10 players is very difficult.”

The Wolverines delivered the dagger when Sassano booted a corner kick into the middle of the box and junior defender Chase Pirosko tried heading the ball into the net but mis-timed it.

Res was there to collect the deflection and tapped the ball in, pushing West Geauga’s advantage to 2-0 inside the 67th minute.

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matches were determined by the current weight and sizes of all the former Wolverines. Although only 24 wrestlers will compete, several more former West Geauga wrestlers will attend to offer their support, the third-year coach said.

“They are just coming to watch guys and offer support. And that, to me, is still important, because I still want to recognize them because they were a part of the history,” he said. “So any wrestler that is coming that is not competing will still be recognized. That is what it is really all about, paying tribute to these guys, because it is all about them. We are not in the position we are in right now without them.”

Russo said he was inspired to coordinate this event when he returned to his alma matter, Thiel College in Pennsylvania, in 2012 to participate in its Legends Night fundraiser. There, alumni were invited from several schools in the District X bracket, but Russo said he thought that it would also be a good idea to host a fundraiser that specifically honored graduates from only one school.

His vision was approved over the offseason by Athletic Director Brandon Stewart. Russo received a list from former Head Coach Joe Marino and contacted the wrestling alumni via social media and phone to ask if they’d be interested in returning to their old stomping grounds.

“I really had a lot of moving pieces with a lot of people to contact, and then I created an ad that I posted online,” he said. “Some people did email me, and there were a lot of moving pieces. And then you have to find out how much they weigh and what size shirts they needed.”

The event is another sign of growth for the Wolverines wrestling program Russo inherited when he was named head coach in 2021.

“I think it is important for West Geauga,

“All the credit goes to Chase,” Res said. “It was a beautiful header. He should have had two, honestly. The keeper was in the right place at the right time, so it was a reflex save, but Chase did everything he could. But I got lucky when it fell to my feet.”

West Geauga surged to its second consecutive shutout victory and third overall on the season after posting only three shutout victories last season.

The second-year Wolverines coach gave kudos to his new back line of defensive starters: freshman Ian Res, junior Thomas Kirchner and Pirosko.

“(It’s) a new defensive line compared to last year, but there are players that played on our team but did not get as many defensive minutes,” Cappelucci said. “They have really stepped up and really made those roles their own.”

The Hilltoppers finally recorded their first win of the season when they defeated Euclid 6-1 in a road game on Sept. 2, improving their record to 1-1-3 (0-0-0).

Following a road game against CVC Chagrin Division foe Orange on Sept. 5 and a home contest against Padua on Sept. 7, the Wolverines will go back on the road and face off against Lutheran West at Lutheran West Stadium on Sept. 12 in Rocky River.

Meanwhile, after a road game against Gilmour on Sept. 5 and a home contest against Crestwood on Sept. 7, Chardon begins conference play when it goes on the road to play Western Reserve Conference foe Willoughby South at Harry E. Winters Stadium on Sept. 12 in Willoughby.

Wrestlingbecause I have seen in so many sports that is so hard to pay tribute at the high school level and pay tribute to the past,” he said. “There is always a budget you have to work with, and it is hard to find an opportunity to pay respect to those who did something prior. I am blessed that I got 24 wrestlers from the past that are willing to step on the mat one more time and give it a go.”

The event will not only honor 24 West Geauga graduates but also showcase new banners, recently purchased, featuring most of their names. After the matches, alumni will also enjoy a meal together.

“When we go out to eat, we are a wrestling family, because we are all part of West Geauga,” Russo said. “It is just going to be a great time to get to know them, and for them to know me and my vision and what I am trying to do for these kids that I am blessed to coach.”

Chester Township Police Blotter

The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Chester Township Police Department Aug. 25-Sept. 10, 2023.

AGENCY ASSIST

Sept. 8

11:06 p.m., Millview Lane. OSHP on scene with person from previous OVI complaint requesting backup. Drunk and uncooperative. Citation issued, backup given.

ASSAULT

Aug. 30

6:57 p.m., Cedar Road. Caller’s 12-year-old son was jabbed in the back with a pencil at West Geauga Middle School. He was jabbed six times that went through the skin. Family on scene at Chester PD. Advised to speak with SRO, who stated he was aware of the situation and would address it. Cleared.

CITIZEN DISPUTE

Aug. 26

8:24 a.m., Chillicothe Road. Male white pickup almost hit by black super duty. Male in black truck states he has a gun. Did not see the gun. Advised caller to not block truck in. No violence, no contact. Report taken.

Sept. 10

2:29 p.m., Chillicothe Road. Caller caught his neighbor pouring an unknown substance into his pond. See report.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Aug. 28

5:12 p.m., Wilson Mills Road. Parents are fighting. Mom is unconscious. She woke up. They are in the garage together. Unsure if they were drinking. Mom on the phone now, she walked to the caller’s. States she and her husband were having an argument and does not remember how she got onto the floor in garage, just remembers getting up. No weapons on husband. He knows deputies were called and is waiting for them. Mom and kids going inside the wait. Male attested for DV, disorderly conduct and strangulation.

FOUND PROPERTY

Sept. 7

8:21 a.m., Cedar Road. Middle school student found a wallet on the WGHS football field. Owner of wallet is an 11th-grader at WGHS and the wallet was returned to him. Wallet contained his driver’s license and $60 cash.

FRAUD

Sept. 1

9:49 a.m., Sperry Road. Male had air miles taken from his AAdvantage account. Information taken for report.

Sept. 9

3:29 p.m., Cherry Lane. Caller believes he has been scammed or frauded by a company he was sent a check for $4,000 and it’s a bad check.

HARASSMENT

Sept. 9

7:01 p.m., Mayfield Road. Multiple people have been harassing the store employees at Dollar General. 3-4 males, mostly speaking Spanish. They have asked them to leave but they will not; they are walking around the store. Told cashiers they will wait for them to get off. Extra patrol. Checks OK.

NOISE PROBLEM

Aug. 26

9:04 p.m., Woodcrest Lane. Caller can hear a chainsaw outside. She believes it is too late to use a chainsaw. On scene. Electric company road and powerline clean-up crew removing fallen trees from roadway and powerlines. Attempted to notify caller. Cleared.

10:08 p.m., Wellswood Trail. Large, loud party with a megaphone and music. Caller is upset and unable to sleep. Officer advised. Spoke with homeowner. He was advised of the complaint. Also advised there is no noise ordinance. Owner stated they would turn the music down for the remainder of the night.

PROPERTY DAMAGE

Aug. 28

2:34 p.m., Mayfield Road. Car wash. Damage to vehicle from an angry driver that slammed her door open into complainant’s car.

SICK/INJURED ANIMAL

Sept. 7

8:40 a.m., East Shiloh Drive. Injured hawk in the yard, trying to fly but cannot. Penitentiary Glen was contacted about injured hawk.

SUSPICIOUS

Aug. 26

6:01 p.m., Chillicothe Road. Female at Dollar General screaming for help. Officer responded and found the juveniles to be making a video. No one in serious danger. Everyone checks OK.

Aug. 31

11:30 a.m., Pear Tree. Off the gas well driveway, just into the woods, large black trash

bag, very heavy, unknown what’s inside. Trash bag full of grass clipping and yard waste. Owner will dispose of.

Sept. 2

12:05 a.m., Mayfield Road. Male observed at a gas pump in a rental vehicle not pumping gas with the vehicle turned on for roughly 10 minutes. Contact made with male, ID’d and no signs of intoxication. Stated he was arguing on the phone and didn’t want to be on the roadway.

THEFT

Aug. 26

9:10 a.m., Chillicothe Road. Maroon Trailblazer stolen from Giant Eagle. Two cases of beer, wine. Female shopper saw them. Officer advised. Two males, older, fry seats, skinny and the other red shirt, late 30s, more fit. Caller states the theft was very obvious. They waited for employee to leave and walked out. See report.

TRAFFIC CRASH

Sept. 6

7:40 a.m., Sherman Road. Hit-skip accident. Blue Nissan Rogue, left eastbound. Female complaining of knee pain. Damage should be on driver’s side front, part of his wheel molding fell off. Officers located male, who was arrested for OVI.

TRAFFIC OFFENSE

Aug. 27

7:02 p.m., Ranch Drive. Male on motorcycle riding up and down at high rates of speeds. Red crotch rocket. Checkered shirt and black and red helmet. On scene. Male stated he just wanted PD to be aware. Showed photo, no plate in view. Stated he doesn’t think the person lives on street. Spoke with neighbors outside and they didn’t know the person. Cleared.

TRAFFIC STOP

Aug. 31

8:09 p.m., Mayfield Road. Dodge Avenger. Meet Lyndhurst at CVS SOM Center. Driver cited for driving under suspension, no operator’s license, window tint restrictions. Passenger arrested on an outstanding warrant through Lyndhurst PD.

Kiwanis Club Hosts Recycling Day

The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga, in collaboration with Chester Township, will be hosting a community recycling event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Chester Township Recycle Park, 12535 Chillicothe Road.

The event includes electronics recycling, i.e. computers, digital cameras, cell phones, household batteries, CD/DVD/floppy disks, TV remotes, scanners, copiers, printers, toner/ink cartridges and VCR/DVD players and tapes. There will be a TV recycling fee (cash) of $1 per diagonal inch and CRT monitor recycling will cost $5 and $10 if larger than 17 inches, with any usable equipment to be refurbished and donated to schools and nonprofit groups, according to KCWG.

Community members may also bring documents for secure shredding, including personal identity sensitive papers (i.e. tax returns, cancelled checks, pay stubs, financial records, bank and credit card statements), but are asked not to bring any three-ring binders. If a person has over 10 boxes, they

must call for an appointment.

The event will also include metal recycling for items including, but not limited to, metal awnings, car batteries, Christmas lights, siding/gutters, pipes/fixtures, mowers, microwaves, lead/aluminum and copper/ brass/steel. The event entry will not use the normal recycle park entrance off state Route 306, as that will continue to be used for normal recycle park drop offs, according to the KCWG. Instead, vehicles queueing will follow a path through Herrick-Hovey-Seminary to the Parkview Drive entry into the park.

Participants will be asked to show their flyers indicating which items they have to recycle and will be routed to the fastest lane to minimize wait time. Flyers are inserted into this edition of the Chesterland News or you can print a copy on www.GeaugaMapleLeaf.com.

There will not be any power equipment to unload large metal items, according to KCWG, which recommended those who cannot unload their own vehicle must bring help.

For more information, call Ken Mantey at 440-729-2869 or visit wgkiwanis.org

Geauga Park District

For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.

Be An Educated Hunter

Oct. 14 and 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Geauga Park District’s Ranger Department is offering a Hunter Education Course at Big Creek Park’s Donald W. Meyer Center. Coursework will be for first-time hunters who want to acquire a hunting license, covering a range of topics from conservation, safety

and ethics to the proper handling of firearms, bowhunting gear and more. All necessary equipment will be provided. Bring a pencil or pen and highlighter.

Registration is required on the Ohio Division of Natural Resources’ website at oh-web. s3licensing.com.

Students must attend both days and pass a 100-question multiple choice exam by a score of 75% or higher in order to obtain certification toward a hunting license after the course. All under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Real Estate Transfers

Following

CHESTER TOWNSHIP

William Ray (TOD), 11505 Blackberry Lane, to Steve and Kira Mogilnitsky, $600,000. (5.14 acres)

Eugene J. Katz, 7295 Surrey Lane, to Matthew D. and Rhunette M. Lee, $499,900. (5.11 acres)

Ralph G. Wieland, 8981 Mulberry Road, to William A. Jr. and Morgan R. Wiedeman, $325,000. (3.22 acres)

Katherine L. Tausch and William P. Brooks, 12686 Opalocka Drive, to Alex Lucas, $266,500. (0.77 acres)

Mark Ange, 9046 Cedar Road, to Lauren M. McDermott and Matthew Spetrino, $133,800. (3.00 acres)

Laslo Sinko (trustee), 9150 Mulberry Road, to Gregely and Maria M. Fazakas, $250,000. (7.33 acres)

Scott D. Densmore and Christine A. Ke-

hoe, 12132 Parker Drive, to Kaili G. and Andrew J. Forrai, $350,000. (1.31 acres)

RUSSELL TOWNSHIP

Patricia R. Ryan (TOD), 15799 Hemlock Road, to Alina M. Slavik, $295,000. (0.55 acres)

Ronald and Charlotte I. Rogish, 13971 Benner Drive, to Corey and Sara Furman, $360,000. (2.49 acres)

William B. and Ruth M. Griswold, 14979 Hillbrook Lane East, to Michael and Erin Fenoff, $775,000. (5.00 acres)

George E. Jr. and Jennifer J. Vidonish, 15500 Fedeli Lane, to Brandon Morton and Megan Romocean, $910,000. (3.55 acres)

Joy M. Thompson, 13828 Chillicothe Road, to Pucella Home Improvement LLC, $221,000. (2.50 acres)

IPlanGroup Agent for Custodian FBO Account 3301424 IRA, 14995 Surrey Downs Drive, to Joseph S. Drenski Jr., $439,900. (1.87 acres)

Bonnie S. Jerpbak (trustee), 8398 Riverside Drive, to Jane Mandel, $390,000. (1.51 acres)

AUTOS & PARTS

2010 Ford Ranger: for parts, 108,000 miles, $1,500/ OBO. Text 440-591-9554.

FOR RENT

Winter storage: for your car, boat, motorcycle. Munson Township, private residence, heated building, 24-hour video surveillance. Call for details 440-596-1119.

Chardon area: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, fully furnished cottage on 40-acre estate. $1,000 per month plus utilities. Contact Roger 216-798-2633.

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

FOR SALE

Exercise Equipment: Keys 8800 Treadmill; Nordic Trac Achiever w/monitors, barely used; 2 exercise bikes. All reasonably priced. Text 440-821-1929.

Craftman 8” Tablesaw $75/OBO. Craftman 10” Arbersaw $125/OBO. Nice MTD Lawnmower $75. Call Dan 440-272-5736.

Antique claw-foot cast iron bathtub, EC $300. 440313-6581.

Solid Wood Furniture: Corner kitchen cabinet, dry sink, dresser w/mirror, night stands, full bed, rocking chair, lighted secretary. 440-729-9197.

Western Reserve Memorial Garden New Mausoleum

2 inside Niches: with free weekday openings &closings, and Chapel service. Paid $4,674.60, will sell for $3,800 or make offer. 440-729-1135.

Glider Rocker: in good shape, $50. Middlefiled. 440632-9189.

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

Pull behind lawn sweeper, make offer. 110’ gutter brush/gutter guard, make offer. 440-289-8375.

John Deere Lawn Tractor: Model 314, 3 blades, 14HP, 46” cutting deck, w/slow plow and trailer. $1,600. 440-564-1172.

Vintage Wood 9-pane windows: Two are 33” x 26”. One is 6-pane 27” x 26”. $20 each. 440-478-2408.

Gas Cooking Stove w/oven, GC $350. Mini pony harness $325. Two Hickory Rockers $85/each. 440-313-1804.

SOFA: curved (Arhaus), three stand-alone sections, removable cushions, scatter pillows, some discoloration. Dark gold. Asking $250. Call or text 216-403-2312.

Golfers: 72 golf balls for $25. Cash only. Butternut Rd, Burton Twp. 216-218-6211.

Fireplace: Vermont Castings free-standing, vent free, natural gas fireplace. $500. 216-570-2298.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

Sept 15-16, 9a-5p, 9816 Sherman Road Barn/Turkey Hill, Chesterland. Antique top reach Coke cooler. 2003 HD 100th anniversary ultra-classic motorcycle. Kayak. Household items, commercial job box, miscellaneous sheet metal fittings, circuit testers, assorted V-belts, and air filters. Come check it out!

Annual VFW Rummage Sale: Sept 22-23, 9a-4p. Post #6519 Auxiliary, 752 Water St, Chardon. CASH ONLY. Barbie items, &much more!

Huge Sale: Sept 22-23, 11a-4p. 122 Maple Ave. Chardon. Power and Hand Tools, Much Misc.

Sales: Many miscellaneous items! Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10a4p. 9098 Rt. 608 Old State Rd., Chardon. Rain or Shine. Sales September 14-16, 10a.m.-5p.m., 8718 & 8732 Auburn Rd, Chardon. 8718 50% to Geauga Dog Warden. Bike, Antique, Vintage, Household.

Sept 21-23 & 28-29, 9a-5p. Cash Only. More of personal collection of fabrics and notions, yarn, books, dyes, lace for dressmaking, quilting, hooking, braiding, applique, penny rug, doll clothes, decoratig, costuming. 13440 Taylor-Wells Rd, Chardon.

HELP WANTED

Yard worker wanted part time for Fall. Starting @$16/hr cash, more with experience. Driver’s license preferred. 440-338-3563.

PETS & ANIMALS

Jack Russell Puppies for sale. 2 male, 2 female, born 7/2/23. 1 male born 11/2020. $250/each. 440834-8379.

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

Kittens available for adoption, 5-6 months old, fixed & vaxxed, feleuk/FIV negative, & need indoor homes. Call Rebecca 440-321-2485.

Purebred Beagle puppies: great with children, shots and dewormed; $75/each. Dutch Rabbits: $5/each. Bantam Hens: $5/each. Bantam Roosters: free. 440321-8152.

MISCELLANEOUS

FREE statistic: LOTS more car crashes among those using marijuana! Look out!

REAL ESTATE

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

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

SERVICES

T&F Transports & Removal, LLC. We offer comprehensive removal, courier & transportation services. Same day delivery! Prompt and reliable pick-ups and deliveries to your home, office, warehouse, or jobsite. We have the ability to transport/pick up or remove items big or small. Let us do the heavy lifting! Scheduling/Contact: 440-841-6491, Frank Primiano.

Grand Valley Tree Service offering complete tree removal, trimming, cleanup and lot clearing. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 440-307-0996.

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

Certified (and Patient) Wilson Dyslexia Reading Tutor. Highly successful program. Meet in your home/library. Within 10 miles of Parkman is $40/session or TWO sessions a week for $30/session. Over 10 miles call for pricing. Christine Gates. Call/text 330-569-4800. cgatesabc@gmail.com.

Miller Gutter Guards. Year round leaf protection. 100% aluminum. Amish owned. Free estimates. 440-3324061.

WANTED TO BUY

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

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

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

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