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City Council Mulls Over Keeping Dispatch Services ‘In House’ By Magdalene Pesch news@kirtlandchronicle.com
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Don Rush holds a copy of his new mystery/murder fiction book, “Deadly Pranks,” inspired by his teenage years in Kirtland.
Local Teenage Pranks Inspire Mystery Novel By Donna L. Robinson news@kirtlandchronicle.com As a child, did you ever pull pranks on some of your friends, classmates or neighbors? Some of those pranks were probably innocent and funny, while others could have been construed as a little devious. Don Rush — author of “Deadly Pranks,” a mystery/murder fiction book — was one of four Kirtland teenage boys who pulled some innocent pranks on his friends and neighbors. W h i l e ref lecting back on those years, Rush, who lived in Kirtland for 10 years, contemplated the idea of writing a mystery/murder fiction book centered in the city and based on some of those actual innocent pranks. Born in Cleveland in 1952, Rush and his family moved to Kirtland in 1959 and lived there until 1970, when he graduated. “I have always thought of my Kirtland years very fondly. Kirtland was a wonderful place to raise a family. My graduation class had somewhere around 104 classmates. Living on Locust Drive was very special,” said Rush, 66, in a recent interview. After writing several children’s books, he said he wanted to write something for older children and adults. “I’ve always heard that most fictional stories contain some truths from the writer’s actual life. I felt I had a story to tell, mostly from my childhood, but I wasn’t sure I could write an entire book on the subject,” said Rush, who now lives with his wife, Cathy, in Arizona. “This was a challenge mostly to myself.” See Author • Page 8
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The switch from local emergency dispatch services to Lake County-operated dispatch services has some Kirtland residents upset and concerned. During the Kirtland City Council meeting Sept. 17, a resolution that authorizes the mayor to purchase new Emergency CallWorks CallStation dispatch software for the police department — which would effectively keep dispatch services “in house” — had its second reading. Relatedly — but a separate decision — council has been exploring the option of joining the Lake County Central Communications Dispatch out of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. “If the new PSAP (CallWorks) were not purchased, this could be a first step in moving to central dispatch, as our current system is very old,” Potter explained in a later email. “If we purchase the new PSAP system for $140,000, then we would likely keep our own dispatch for the foreseeable future. I agreed to include the $140,000 in the budget for the PSAP with the understanding that we would have the full conversation and get the best understanding of the pros and
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At the Sept. 17 Kirtland City police and fire safety subcommittee meeting, Red Tail Lane resident Jason Wuliger urged the city to keep emergency dispatch services “in house.”
cons of moving to central.” Several residents have expressed their concern over the possible move to Central Communications, emphasizing the importance of keeping dispatch personalized and “in house.” During the Sept. 17 meeting, Mayor Doug Davidson urged council to resolve the issue and address concerns, have the standing committee meeting later that evening and get more information as needed, but to move the CallWorks res-
olution forward to its third reading rather than table it However, in light of resident concerns, wanting to gather more information and hear a presentation from Capt. Mike Warner, of Central Communications, Council President Kevin Potter suggested tabling the resolution for a bit longer. “I think we’d be acting irresponsibly if we didn’t exhaust all of See Council • Page 2
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TOP: At the Sept. 24 Kirtland Schools Board of Education meeting, the district recognized its AP Scholars. Front row, from left: Mathew Speece, Kate Ricketti, Jacob Neibecker, Laura Koschik, Erin Koschik, Rylee Domonkos, Jonah Cummings, Audrele Bielinis, Dawson Cosgrove, and Andrew Demarco. Back row, from left: Superintendent Bill Wade and board members Tim Cosgrove, Jonathan Withrow, Tom Meyer, Shannon Green (obscured) and Kathryn Talty (obscured). BOTTOM LEFT: The BOE honored its AP Scholars with Distinction — earning a 3.5 average on all tests taken and scoring 3 or higher on five or more tests. Front, from left: Gent Samaj, Jenna Sayle, Lilly Kelemen, Konnor Duncan, Jake Grdadolnik, and Emily Crebs. Back, from left: Board members Tim Cosgrove (obscured), Tom Meyer, Jonathan Withrow (obscured), Shannon Green and Kathryn Talty. BOTTOM RIGHT: The BOE also honored AP Scholars with Honors — earning a 3.25 average on all tests taken and scoring a 3 or higher on four or more tests — Brandi Martz and Austin Fulco. Behind them are, from left, board members Tim Cosgrove, Jonathan Withrow, Tom Meyer and Shannon Green.
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our opportunities to have the conversation, whether it be tonight and one more meeting, two more meetings, one with Capt. Warner from central dispatch. I think by tabling it, it puts the onus on us to speed the process along and finish this,” he said. Council voted 4-3 to table the resolution, with councilmen David Kirek, Matt Schulz and Rob Skrbis voting against it. Schulz added praise for the city’s safety forces. “I’ve been on council nine years and I did not know the extent of all of the work that you do and all the reporting that’s done and all the systems that we have in place and the technology we have, and the contract services … the dedicated people,” he said. “Never once have I gotten the word that says you guys don’t know what you’re doing. Never heard that. And I know that doesn’t happen by accident. You guys do a great job. And I don’t praise often, because that’s the way I am, but I’m doing it right now because it is that important, that we … keep good people here. ” In a Sept. 28 email, Potter explained why the city was looking at the switch to begin with. “In the interest of both safety and resourceful governance, because of rapid technological advancements and the associated spiraling costs, the growing trend throughout Lake County, and, frankly, around Ohio, is for communities to pool resources and join centralized dispatching agencies,” he said. “It is important to cite that Lake County central dispatch already receives and routes all of Kirtland’s 911 cell phone calls and, that recently, Willoughby Hills and Waite Hill moved to Lake County central dispatch. I doubt either of these communities, or the others around Ohio, have consolidated resources without considering the safety of their residents.” He added, “Part of the dispatch discernment has to be born from a desire to have thoughtful conversations that lead us away from old thinking. The notion that just because we have always done something a certain way should never mean we cannot dare to ponder a better way for the future. With that perspective in mind, I asked Capt. Mike Warner of Lake County central dispatch to attend our city council work session Oct. 1.” After the Sept. 17 council meeting, the police and fire subcommittee met, with public input welcomed. At its conclusion, Schulz, head of the committee, said, “I personally was thinking about this all day … my gut and my stomach were very wound up. It was akin to Meet the Candidates Night when it feels like somebody is literally twisting your guts out. And over the course of the discussion and the frankness and the sharing that everybody did, I have peace in my gut. So that leads me to my decision to not pursue this issue any more with this committee. I’ve looked at the dollars. I’ve looked at all the qualitative reasons,
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Kirtland City Councilman Matt Schulz led the police and fire safety subcommittee meeting Sept. 17 on a potential purchase of new dispatch software for the city.
what makes Kirtland Kirtland. People are special. They’re our family. These guys foster an excellent ship here. They have and will have fostered an excellent reputation.” At the work session immediately preceding the Oct. 1 Kirtland City Council meeting, Warner and Lake County Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Frank Leonbruno made a presentation to council members and entertained questions from them and city administration. Council voted to move the CallWorks resolution to its third reading and final vote, which will take place at the next council meeting Oct. 15. Before then, on Oct. 4, the police and fire subcommittee planned to meet at 6 p.m. to discuss the information Warner and Leonbruno presented. “At the end of the day, for me, this is an issue of home rule, that we control what we do in the city,” Schulz said. “We spend our dollars how we see fit. We have accountability. (Kirtland Police Chief Lance Nosse and Fire Chief Anthony Hutton) sit here. We can ask them questions directly. They can go to their staff directly and things can get resolved. There’s that extra layer in there, that we lose control.” Councilman John Lesnick, however, emphasized the importance of gathering all of the facts before making a decision one way or the other. “All we’re asking you (residents) for, really, is to let us get all the answers so in my heart, when somebody asks me, ‘Did we need to do that?’ Whichever way it goes — ‘Are you sure we need to do that?’ — I can unequivocally say, ‘Yes.’ Period. I just want to have the opportunity to have the discussion on the facts and the figures surrounding this and maybe some of the intangibles as well, and bring it to a conclusion.” Councilman Richard Lowery agreed. “These are not easy decisions,” he said. “They weigh on my mind daily. We are on a fact-finding mission. The fact that we’re up here and try to make these difficult decisions — it’s purely based on what we were elected to do.”
PTA Candidates’ Night Oct. 17 The Kirtland PTA, with the help of the League of Women Voters, will host its annual Candidates’ Night at 7 p.m. Oct. 17. The event will be held in Hornet Hall inside Kirtland Elementary School at 9140 Chillicothe Road. Participants will include candidates for U.S. Congress; Ohio State Representative 61st District; Lake County Commissioner (Jan.
1, 2019 term); State Board of Education 7th District; 11th District Court of Appeals Judge; and Lake County Court of Common Pleas Judge (2019 term). State Issue 1 appearing on the Nov. 6 ballot and the Lakeland Community College bond issue also will be discussed. Questions? Email Linda Davidson at linda.davidson@live.com or call or text her at 440-479-2110.
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A Note from the Mayor Dear Kirtland Residents, I had occasion at City Hall recently to sit with a resident and review the response from our Safety Forces to a recent call from May of this year.
10:08:38 Unit 1912 on scene. 10:06:18 Unit 1910 on scene. 10:04:17 Unit 899 on scene. The officer who arrived first was seemed cool and quiet, the resident said. The officer recognized the seriousness when they reached the patient the resident said. I told the resident what I believe to be true which is our police and fire approach the scene slightly different just by the nature of their jobs.
10:01:46 x/x/2018. Call comes into Dispatch, home address and emergency confirmed. I did my homework before the resident meeting, had the record of the call pulled by the records 10:07:56 Unit 1910 on scene clerk and the audio saved on to a with patient. 10:30:31 Squad disc. The disc I asked a coworker to leaves to hospital with Advance open so we could listen. 911 calls Life Support. are tough to listen to if they are not I didn’t realize the time the your regular business. We listened Mayor Doug resident explained, it seemed like to the calm clear voice of our disDavidson much longer. I expressed to the resipatcher with the resident and the dent how impressed I was with her calm detones of the alarm in the background meanor and actions on the phone. We live in 10:02:56 Unit 1912 responds. 10:03:42 Unit 899 responds. 10:04:17 Unit 1910 responds to tones sent by the dispatcher describing the emergency. The resident explained how long it seemed to be taking. Where was the ambulance? Where were the responders? I was impressed by the calm in the caller’s voice as they stayed on the line with dispatch. 10:03:40 Unit 1912 en route. 10:03:48 Unit 899 rolling. 10:04:17 Unit 1910 en route. The resident explained to my executive assistant and me how they sent another occupant to the driveway to ensure the driveway was clear. I again was impressed with the calm thoughtfulness to get help for their loved one.
one of the safest communities in Ohio I said. I expressed how grateful I was that her loved one recovered from the incident. We have professionals who protect us 24 hours, seven days a week with the equipment and training we provide them. Our Police Department requested and council approved a budget that included a key tool for our dispatchers. Instead of approving a resolution to purchase the equipment dispatchers need, we talked and tabled it. Perhaps by the time you read this I have signed a Purchase Order for the equipment, or perhaps your council member needs a call. Warm Regards from City Hall and with the Greatest Respect for the Residents and Taxpayers, Mayor Davidson
Lake Genealogical Society Have you wanted to learn how to research and find your ancestors and create your family tree? Are you considering taking a DNA test to find your origins, and possibly some distant relatives? Join Lake County Genealogical Society as members share stories of their own successes in our research, learn more about Lake County history and the surrounding areas, and learn how and where to conduct genealogical research from society members and local genealogy experts. LCGS meetings are held in the basement of the Morley Library, 184 Phelps St., Painesville, although occasionally the group meets at another location. There are no meetings in August and December. Meetings run from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on
the last Thursday of the month. At the Oct. 25 meeting, Julie Wilson will talk about Autosomal DNA. Did you know that your DNA could tell what area in the world you are from, and possibly some current relatives you do not know about? Wilson has been researching her genealogy since 2000 and took her first DNA test in 2013. She has been giving presentations on various subjects for the past nine years. She is a member of Summit County Genealogy Society, North Carolina Genealogy Society, Ohio Genealogy Society, National Genealogy Society (NGS), and Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Visit www.lcgsohio.org for more information. Questions? Call Dave (440-209-1639) or Cynthia (440-951-0914).
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Looks Can Be Deceiving Kirtland Schools Presents ‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ Staff Report A unique traveling exhibit created by the Bath and Copley township police departments will make a stop at Kirtland Schools at 6 p.m. Oct. 16 in the Kirtland Elementary School Hornet Hall. The exhibit features what appears to be at first glance the bedroom of the average teenager. But amidst the clutter of clothing, school supplies and personal care products are more than 150 items that can be signals a child is involved in risky, dangerous and even
illegal activity. The exhibit is for adults only. Audience members are encouraged to “snoop and search” the display before the presentation by law enforcement and professionals who work with young people. Doors open to walk through the exhibit at 6 p.m. with the free presentation — covering topics including substance use, violence, eating disorders, juvenile crime, technology, risky games/challenges and more — starting at 6:30 p.m.
Letters to the Editor Waste of Time, Resources As a longtime resident of Kirtland, it is deeply disheartening to witness the Board of Zoning Appeals blatant disregard for the concerns of its citizens. My husband and I recently attended a meeting pertaining to a neighbor’s request for a variance to split his parcel. Two other neighbors were in attendance and collectively left with the impression that the meeting was held only as a formality because the approval was so hastily granted. Sadly, it’s as though tax revenue is the driving force behind these decisions and the valid concerns of impacted residents fall on deaf ears. Why does the city have ordinances if there is no adherence? Who determines whether the board’s rulings follow the law? Do the board members go out and physically view the property in question? The board is not supervised nor are there any qualifications to becoming a member, as
it is an appointed position. The members are free to interpret the ordinances as they please or see fit. The board should need to prove and support its decision on a variance and be held accountable if the decision rendered does not meet the criteria stated in the ordinances. The meeting was an utter waste of my personal time as well as the city’s resources. There is no justification for the cost of postage or the publication of public notice regarding the hearing when the voices of the affected neighbors were ignored. This is not what I have grown to expect as a 40-year resident of a tight knit, caring community that prides itself on being the city of faith and beauty. Fran Lozar Kirtland Voice Your Opinion: Send your Letter to the Editor to news@kirtlandchronicle.com by the last Friday of each month for possible publication. Editor reserves the right to edit for grammar, spelling and offensive/legal content.
Lake Historical Society The Lake County Historical Society is offering a number of upcoming programs, held at Lake County History Center, 415 Riverside Drive, Painesville Township. Need more information or to purchase tickets? Call 440-639-2945.
Graveyards, Myths and Legends
Oct. 6 & 13 • 4, 4:30 & 5 p.m. Lake County History Center Stroll through Perry Township Cemetery before sundown and delight in astounding tales from local residents who are a little more alive than they should be. Three tours set out each Saturday, starting at the Lake County History Center. Call 440-639-2945 for tickets. Ticket price is $20 for LCHS members and $25 for non-members.
Eerie and Odd Legends
Oct. 18 • 12-2 p.m. Lake County History Center Learn more about the unique legends, myths and ghosts associated with Lake County as a part of the 2018 Ladies Who Lunch series. Program includes a light meal and lec-
ture. Cost: $18 for non LCHS members and $15 for LCHS members
Beggar’s Night
Oct. 26 • 5:30-8 p.m. Lake County History Center Give stress free trick or treating a try with this no hassle night perfect for you and your little ghouls. Ideal for ages 2-11. Find plenty of merriment inside the haunted museum. Hear spooky stories by the bonfire and then tour the scary but safe halls with treats at every door. Costumed greeters will add to the fun as they pass out candy and display their themed attire. Afterward, enjoy a snack in the café. Snap pictures of your kids’ costumes at the selfie stations, get your face painted and enjoy one last story at the bonfire. Trick or treaters go in groups, four groups per hour. Register for Hour 1 or Hour 2. The last group starts at 7:30 p.m. Hour 1 start times are between 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Hour 2 start times are between 6:307:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 per child. No refunds.
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At the Sept. 17 Kirtland City Council meeting, Mayor Doug Davidson praised Finance Director Keith Martinet upon Martinet’s acceptance of Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council’s annual Community Outreach award.
NOPEC Thanks Kirtland Finance Department for Leadership By Magdalene Pesch news@kirtlandchronicle.com
On Sept. 17, the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council honored Kirtland City Finance Director Keith Martinet and other members of the finance department for their dedicated stewardship of the city’s money. Tony Ramos, community outreach manager for NOPEC who dropped by the Kirtland City Council meeting, quoted Kirtland Mayor Doug Davidson’s recommendation. “Martinet (has been) a dedicated professional, departmental leader and trusted advisor to the leadership of the city of Kirtland since 1992. Keith’s expertise in municipal finance has positively impacted our ability to provide quality services to residents in the city. We thank Keith for his commitment to the community and his investment of time in doing so.” Davidson added, “I appreciate and value all our department heads, but today, I especially want to recognize Keith Martinet. It is my privilege to do so. And we also have (city finance department staff accountant) Lisa Knazek and (city finance department payroll and human resources employee) Chris Speece, who work with him every day and are part of his team, and they’re super-effective.” Davidson said Martinet continually passes his audits with flying colors and devotes evening and weekend time to service Kirtland. “He does that in addition to having his own firm, his own business. Give him a hand for his good work and his good leadership,” said Davidson, leading everyone at the meeting in applause. “Without a good staff, you can’t do anything,” said Martinet. “We have a lot of new people here at Kirtland. They’re doing a great job. The finances are something we all take for granted, but we have to do a good job to make sure that we take care of the city. So thank you again and I appreciate it.” Later in the meeting, Councilman Richard Lowery asked Davidson about the Kirtland Community Center’s bathrooms. “Is there a way that we can produce bathrooms, both interior and exterior, on that
building, going forward, so that we can help the community who’s sitting out there playing baseball, softball with their kids, etc.” he asked. The mayor said, like Lowery, he would like everything done faster. “If we had … a larger staff (to) prioritize all the work we have, we’d have it sooner,” he said. “The community center’s a process. It started with a flat roof. It’s now got a … peaked roof. We put new air conditioning in it since I’ve been on council and (been) mayor. It’s got a new septic system treatment plant. It’s got new windows. It’s got new floors. The kitchen’s been changed out, the equipment. It’s got a new foyer on the front. It has a new gymnasium building attached to the back. It’s got a bocce ball court … it can still use restrooms on the outside and I agree that that’s an objective.” Lowery asked about facilities for pickleball. “It’s fair to bring it up because I would to have pickleball, too, because, believe me, I want to make people happy,” said Davidson. “I’d like it sooner. I’d like it all sooner. We only have certain capabilities to handle so many topics at a time and we have to balance that with information requests that come in to generate reports for people. The law department, the engineer, the service director, the police department — they’re generating an awful lot of reports for council. That is cutting into that. But I share those goals and objectives with you. The outside restroom. I know Mr. Catania has had discussions with a firm that does that. I’d like the road plan, the rec park to happen faster and we’re working toward those objectives. But I appreciate the question. It’s a fair question and we’ll look to continue to get things done.”
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FOOTBALL Kirtland’s football team opened the 2017 season with a 14-13 win at Chagrin Falls on Aug. 25. The Hornets weren’t at their best and spent the next week focused on limiting their mistakes. They responded with a 49-14 win over visiting Columbia on Sept. 1. “We’re trying to get better every day,” said Kirtland head coach Tiger LaVerde. “We’re not where we want to be. We want to be playing our best football in November. I thought Week 1 to Week 2 was a great improvement on both sides of the ball.”
Kirtland cross country team at the Boardman Spartan Invitational on Sept. 16. Sayle finished ninth overall with a time of 21:19. “I’ve always thought about it,” Sayle said of running cross country. “I’ve just always thought it was too much. One of the freshmen is doing both and she kind of set the example for me and my coaches are very helpful about it and encouraging me.” One week later, Sayle finished third at the Cardinal Invitational with a time of 20:06, the ninth best time in Kirtland cross country history. Sayle also has been part of the Kirtland girls’ soccer team’s historic run this fall.
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In addition to starting the season 12-0 for the first time in school history, the Hornets also clinched their first Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division title with a 3-1 win at Chagrin Falls on Sept. 20. Leading the way for the Hornets is freshman Erika Zschuppe, who has scored 22 goals in 13 games and had a stretch of threestraight games with a hat trick—three goals scored in a single contest. “I feel proud and I have confidence in myself on and off the field,” Zschuppe said about her three straight hat tricks. “Just getting ready for games takes time, especially keeping up with your health. We have been working hard all summer long and have earned the spot we are in right now. It’s a team sport and
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Freshman Erika Zschuppe was a September sensation, scoring three goals in three straight games, a hat trick of hat tricks. She has 22 goals in 13 games this season.
I definitely couldn’t do it without my team.” The Hornets previous best start came in 2013 when they ended the regular season 120-4 but battled to a 0-0 tie with Wellington in the second game of the season. This year, the
Hornets won 12 straight games before a 1-0 setback at Shaker Heights on Sept. 29. Kirtland closes out the regular season with a non-conference game at district rival See Hornets • Page 7 STEVE HARE, OHIOVARSITY.COM
Jake Neibecker ran for touchdowns of 51 and 57 yards for the Hornets.
Kirtland’s rushing game hit its stride early this season. The Hornets ran for 423 yards in the season opener and 362 against the Raiders. Jake Neibecker, who had touchdown runs of 51 and 57 yards against Columbia, leads the Hornets with 224 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Joey Torok has rushed for 217 yards and two scores and quarterback Dylan Fulco is third on the team with 187 yards and one rushing touchdown. Kirtland has been bitten by the injury but with Fulco missing some time against Columbia and kicker Sanjay Sundararajan
sidelined in Week 2. Mike Zeuli stepped in for Fulco and threw for 93 yards and a touchdown and also ran for 52 yards and a score. Freshman Mario Rodin was a perfect 7for-7 in extra point attempts. “That freshman kicker, he’s money,” LaVerde said.
GOLF Kirtland’s golf team moved up to Division II this fall but the Hornets haven’t skipped a beat.
The Hornets already have beaten league rivals Berkshire, Cardinal and Independence and have continued to play consistently throughout the first half of the season. Senior Michael Schnur is well on the way to collecting his fourth straight league MVP award, but his own teammates might have something to say about it first. Adam Mueller and Jack Dever have pushed Schnur to play his best, regardless of the event or quality of competition. See Hornets w Page 11
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From left, “Students of the Month” Lauren Damian, of Kirtland Elementary School, Will Beers, of Kirtland Middle School, and Katie Richmond, of Kirtland High School.
October Students of the Month
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The Kirtland Kiwanis “Students of the Month” for October 2018 are Lauren Damian, of Kirtland Elementary School, Will Beers, of Kirtland Middle School, and Katie Richmond, of Kirtland High School.
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Wickliffe on Oct. 2, a home conference game against Harvey on Oct. 4 and a non-conference game at Mayfield on Oct. 6.
Boys Soccer
Kirtland’s boys’ team also is off to a great start as the Hornets started the season 6-0-2 before a 2-0 loss at Independence on Sept. 18. “We did not match their aggression and their desire for the majority of the game and you can’t do that against a good team,” said Kirtland coach John Valentic. “I thought we did the last 15 minutes where we were aggressive and hungry but obviously, that’s a little too late. We have to try to do that more and regularly, consistently.” That loss likely cost the Hornets a shot at the CVC Valley Division title but they con-
The Kiwanis sponsors the “Students of the Month.” The principal and staff chose one student from each school to be recognized. Each student has their picture taken, receives a certificate and a T-shirt that says “Student of the Month.”
tinue to build momentum for the postseason. They now stand 8-1-3 with four regular season games remaining. Jeremy Lunka leads the team with nine goals while Mario Rodin has scored eight.
Volleyball Kirtland’s volleyball team got off to a slow start this season as the Hornets started 1-3 with standout hitter Katherine Skrbis out with an injury. The Hornets have since rebounded and have won four of their last five matches to improve to 6-5 on the year. “The girls are playing better together each match,” said Kirtland coach Bob Schenosky following a 3-0 sweep of Wickliffe on Sept. 25. “Our transition and defense continue to improve, which has been key to the recent wins. I thought this was our best effort this season against a solid Wickliffe team.” The Hornets stand one game out of third place in the CVC Valley Division.
Garden Club of Kirtland The Garden Club of Kirtland will meet Nov. 1 at 6:45 p.m. at Kirtland Public Library, 9267 Chillicothe Road. This will be a hands-on program lead by one of our members, Pat Ballo. She will demonstrate how to force bulbs for indoor beauty in the winter. There will be a small fee and please reserve your spot before Oct. 15.
On Nov. 26, club members will meet at 6 p.m. at Kirtland City Hall to decorate for the holidays. On Nov. 28, members will meet at 6 p.m. at Lynnette’s house to hand make pine swags to decorate various signs throughout Kirtland. For more information or to become a member, call 216-313-0416.
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Kiwanis Korner
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he new year for Kirtland Kiwanis begins in October and runs through September. Kent Packer was installed as the President for the coming year at the annual Installation Banquet held this year at Lake Metroparks Pine Ridge Country Club. Submitted by Other club officers will Jim Porter be President-Elect Russ Diemer, Vice President Stan Nerderman, Secretary John Bodmer and Treasurer Kevin Eilerman. Members of the Board of Directors are Rick Blum, Mike Sams, Scott Haymer, Tom Dice, Dave Saywell, Jim Porter and Annette Zanko. The Kirtland Kiwanis Foundation, a 501(c)(3), will be led by President Karl Hauber, Vice President Tom Meyer, Secretary Bill Pastor, Treasurer Jay Bagdasarian and board members David Fulton, Joe Smolic, Fran Raishart and Mary Sams. During 2017-18, President Frank Lyon led the club in a busy year with many service projects benefitting the community and the schools. While many of these have been described in earlier Kirtland Chronicle articles,
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As he began developing his ideas, Rush said he spoke with friends and relatives, many with first-hand experience living in Kirtland. “We talked about certain plots, such as what would happen if the boys were kidnapped by two evil sisters,” Rush said. “Nobody would expect that to ever happen. Back in those days, nothing mysterious ever happened in Kirtland and I was looking to embellish an otherwise uneventful childhood. I wrote about a couple of my actual classes and a few of the actual teachers. Otherwise, the high school years were mostly made up.” When asked about the pranks in his book, Rush said not all, but many of them actually happened. “It’s possible I may have joined in on a few of the pranks, however, certainly not the evil ones. The pranks done on or around Locust Drive, where I lived, happened for the most part,” he said. “Referring to the story, there was a farmer’s lot we raided before camping out and we did sleep out on Gildersleeve Mountain often. We had lots of freedom for young boys. I wish the kids today could enjoy some of our freedoms. We lived a simpler life. Nowadays, you have to attach a GPS on your child for fear someone might take them. The rule back then was, when it starts getting dark outside, go home.” When it came to writing about his characters’ devious pranks, Rush said they were easy to create because many of the more innocent pranks actually happened. “I also wanted to add a few new ideas that
Kent Packer, President Kirtland Kiwanis 2018-2019
Karl Hauber, President Kirtland Kiwanis Foundation
a complete listing serves to underscore how much the club means to Kirtland. Beginning with August/September 2017, Kiwanis joined with Cleveland Construction to create the agility room and restrooms at Kirtland High School. We painted (150 gallons) and installed carpeting. In March 2018, Kiwanis provided the labor to move books and shelving so new carpet could be installed at Kirtland Public Library. In May, Kiwanis assisted in a cleanup day to prepare Memorial Park for the annual Memorial Day Ceremony. Also, in May, the club assisted in the project that lighted the Amerinormal kids might never think of ever doing. I do watch a lot of crime stories and TV shows. I’ve probably seen every episode of Criminal Minds and CSI Miami at least once if not more,” he said. “I wanted to implement things into the story I knew a little bit about, along with some new ideas or concepts. For instance, in the story, the FBI interview with the two men went about the way I expected it might go, however, the trial was more of a kangaroo court. The guilty verdict was almost a foregone conclusion, especially taking place in Lake County, a place where mostly hard-working and decent folks lived.” Rush believes Kirtland residents will enjoy reading about their schools, fire department, sheriff’s office, in addition to actual streets and local sceneries such as Gildersleeve Mountain. “I write about Mentor, Painesville, Euclid, Cleveland and the Cleveland Browns and Indians. I hope most Kirtlanders might get a kick from reading things and places that may touch their lives,” Rush said. Regarding the plot of the book, Rush said he believes many kids, past and present, either have pulled a prank or two, or have wanted to pull one. “Truth be told, nothing good ever comes from pulling a prank. Maybe if kids read this book, they might hesitate before stealing or ruining physical property or possibly even hurting someone. If that lesson gets through, I’d be very happy,” he said. “Treat people with respect and don’t be like these boys. I like to think this is a pretty good mystery and crime story that’s a little different from other books they may have read.” Rush, a retired manufacturing plant man-
School picture project
can flag at South Kirtland Cemetery. In June, members built and installed additional sections of the wall framing holding pictures of state qualifiers at KHS. In July, the club cleaned and stained the interior of the picnic pavilion behind Kirtland Community Center. In August, Kiwanis worked on many projects at Recreation Park, including painting, roofing and dugout repair. Also, in August, Kiwanis scraped and re-painted the visitors’ bleachers, using special paint supplied by Dennis Korpi. Add to this list the Strawberry Festival, the annual Reverse Raffle, thousands of dol-
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Locust Street in Kirtland is where author Don Rush grew up. His teenage years in Kirtland inspired his recent mystery/murder fiction book, “Deadly Pranks.”
ager, and his wife have four children, Rebecca Cervantez, who lives in Arizona; Tiffany Bartel, who lives in Braham, Minn.; and Julie and Tracie Rush, who both live in Mentor. As an author of children’s fiction books, Rush began his writing career when he decided he needed a hobby, especially a hobby that didn’t cost too much. “I began writing our first book, ‘Robby’s Quest for Seed,’ in 2009 (about birds) and published it in 2010,” he said. “My wife would often help. We discussed places the birds might visit or animals they could meet along their journey. We’ve written a total of six children’s books.” Moving from children’s fiction books to a murder mystery aimed at a more mature reading audience was definitely a stretch for Rush. “A giant stretch,” he said. “When you
Memorial Cleanup
lars in scholarships and our first-time volunteer experience at the Cleveland Food Bank. If reading all of these projects makes you feel tired, be sure the members are feeling the same way, but are always happy to serve our community. We are very pleased that we will be meeting at the newly remodeled Kirtlander in November and wish the new owners the best of success. If you would like to join with us in helping Kirtland be a great place to live and raise a family, call John at 440-256-1181 for more details. write for children, anything is possible. It’s easier to make up a fictional story. When you write for an older audience, you must get the details accurate. In the case of ‘Deadly Pranks,’ I had to give our characters an appropriate age, birth date as well as define some of their personality traits. Regarding the farmer character, I went back to 1900, when William Roberts was born, then his wife Sarah’s birth date and the date of their marriage. Then you add in their children with the birth of Jack, his marriage to Katherine and the birth of their two daughters. The details have to be accurate and believable. You must remember you are writing for a specific period in time, in this case 1963. Good thing I remember 1963 well. “Finally, the pranks and the aftermath needed to be believable and hopefully something new for the reader. In the case of ‘Deadly Pranks,’ I decided early on the two girls would be the aggressors in the book. You don’t read very often, if ever, about two girls setting an elaborate plan to kidnap and torture four boys.” When asked what Rush would like his readers to take away from ‘Deadly Pranks,’ he said, “I’d be happy if readers find the book interesting, can’t put the book down and tell their friends and family about the story. “As I said earlier, I would like kids to understand that every action has a consequence, and they cannot continue to cause harm to others without something bad happening to them sooner or later. Have friends. Have fun. Play games and sports, but keep your wits.” To obtain a copy of “Deadly Pranks,” visit www.dcrushbooks.com/deadlypranks.html.
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Public Library The Kirtland Public Library is located at 9267 Chillicothe Road in Kirtland, Ohio. The library will be open Sundays from 12-4 p.m. starting Sept. 9. The phone number is 440-2567323 and the web address is www.kirtland.lib. oh.us.
Who’s New at the Library?
Please welcome Nichole Allen, a new employee at the Kirtland Public Library. Miss Nikki will be assisting Miss Pam in the Children’s Room. She will be visiting preschools and daycares, leading storytimes and dance parties, and developing a variety of programs for children of all ages. Prior to joining KPL, Miss Nikki was a fifth-grade teacher in the Parma City Schools. When she is not working at the library, she enjoys reading camping and snowboarding.
October Programs Kirtland Public Library will be CLOSED Oct. 8 in honor of Columbus Day.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Sign up for this initiative at the Children’s Desk and then read to your child daily and the library will cheer you on. Studies show that the best way to encourage a love of reading in our young children is to read to them often. At 500 books your child may choose a book to keep and at 1,000 books your child will earn a t-shirt.
Tuesday Morning Storytimes
Storytime at 10 a.m. is for the whole family. Make new friends while you learn songs, rhymes and games as we enjoy books together. Lapsit at 10:45 a.m. is geared for families with children under the age of 3. Enjoy bounces, tickle rhymes, a story, scarves, shakers and a big finish of bubbles.
STEAM Party: Pumpkins
Oct. 19 • 11 a.m. Visit five different stations (one for science, technology, engineering, art and math) as we explore pumpkins. Families with children up through age 5. Please sign up for this program.
Lego Club
Oct. 20 • 2 p.m. For children up through sixth grade. Create with the library’s LEGO bricks and afterward they might even be displayed in the library.
Let’s Talk About It
Oct. 22 • 7 p.m. Read and discuss “My Name is Mary Sutter” by Robin Oliveira.
Do Re Me and You Dance Party
Oct. 26 • 11 a.m. A dance party for families with children up through age 5 in the Carousel Room. Spend a fantastic half hour dancing with your child. Please register.
Candy Science
Oct. 28 • 1 p.m. Science and experiments all about candy, for kids in grades K-5. You know you will be getting lots of candy at the end of the month, so come learn about it. Please register.
EEEEK!
Looking for something to make chills run up and down your spine, or something to put you in the Halloween spirit? If so, the library has just what you need. Here is a list of books and DVDs with ghoulies and ghosties, and things that go bump in the night. Haunted Ohio Books By Chris Woodyard: Haunted Ohio: Ghostly Tales from the Buckeye State Haunted Ohio II: More Ghostly Tales from the Buckeye State Haunted Ohio III: Still More Ghostly Tales from the Buckeye State Haunted Ohio IV: Restless Spirits Spooky Ohio: 13 Traditional Tales Haunted Willoughby, Ohio, by Cathi Weber Ghosthunting Ohio, by John B. Kachuba Ghosthunting Ohio: On the Road Again, by John B. Kachuba
DVDs
Children’s / Family Barney’s Halloween Party The Berenstain Bears: Halloween Treats Casper the Friendly Ghost: Trick or Treat Charlie and Lola 9: What Can I Wear for Halloween? and other stories Clifford the Bog Red Dog: Clifford’s Big Halloween Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest Dear Dracula Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Halloween Parade Frankenweenie Go Diego Go! Diego’s Halloween Goosebumps: Attack of the Jack-o-lanterns Yo Gabba Gabba! Halloween It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Littlest Pet Shop: Halloween Fest Madeline’s Halloween and other Spooky Tales Max & Ruby: Perfect Pumpkin Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Treat My Friends Tigger and Pooh: Hundred Acre Wood Haunt Paw Patrol: Halloween Heroes Scared Shrekless Thomas & Friends: Thomas’ Halloween Adventures Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas The Witches Wubbzy Goes Boo! Adult Horror (Classics): Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho Alien Cabin in the Woods The Exorcist Halloween Halloween II It Jaws Misery Night of the Living Dead A Nightmare on Elm Street Poltergeist The Ring Scream The Shining Silence of the Lambs Texas Chainsaw Massacre
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Kent State University Geauga Campus 14111 Claridon-Troy Road Burton, Ohio 44021 (440) 834-4187 www.kent.edu/geauga
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT Molly M. Sergi, Ph.D. Professor, History Dr. Sergi traveled this summer to Italy, Greece and France. She received a grant from the Geauga Teaching Council to visit Meaux, France at the end of July. The Geauga Teaching Council gives Kent State Geauga Faculty the ability to request funds to support their research efforts. Dr. Sergi explains Meaux was critical to the Battle of the Marne, which was the first battle of WWI. German troops were halted outside of Paris (approximately 20 miles from Paris) and held off by the French. The site now contains one of the largest WWI museums in Europe. It is a fascinating site because it is essentially where the war began in France. The large museum explains the Battle of the Marne, September 1914, and the consequences on Paris. They use interviews and first-hand accounts from veterans and civilians to enhance the museum. One very large, unique exhibit emphasized the role of women during the battle and the war. Dr. Sergi explained that she is always excited to use first hand experiences from WWI and WWII sites in class. She will be using materials, pictures, and literature in her fall classes -both US Modern History and World Civilization II. “Students are curious and eager to hear about both World Wars.” Sergi said. “It is an incredible opportunity to share this information in my classes.” Dr. Sergi explains she likes to gather information about historical events called collective memories. Collective memories include actual historical facts about events but also personal experiences of people who experienced such events. Collective memories are a valuable tool in the classroom as they expose Dr. Sergi’s students to different perspectives. Dr. Sergi has been a most valued faculty member at KSU –G for over 17 years!
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Title: DDC Clinic – A Local Community Clinic with Global Impact Presented by: Blake Andres, Executive Director, DDC Clinic Twenty years ago in Geauga County five Amish families gathered around a kitchen table to discuss ways to find help for their children – children with suspected but unnamed, undiagnosed, and often devastating rare genetic disorders. Many of these children were born healthy, but Blake Andres after a few months suffered significant developmental disabilities. At the table that evening, an Amish hat was passed around and $50 was raised - monies used to mail letters to share a vision for a clinic that one day might help the world’s special children grow-up to live healthy, happy and productive lives. The seeds were planted and a most unique collaboration of the Amish and non-Amish communities germinated. Now twenty years later, DDC Clinic – Center for Special Needs Children is diagnosing, researching and providing highly personalized medical treatments for children affected by hundreds of rare disorders. Join us at the November GEL Breakfast
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Kent State Geauga sophomore Maxwell Warner visited China this past summer as part of a cultural exchange program with Sichuan University in Chengdu, China.
Cultural Exchange Transforms Kent Geauga Student's Life
It has been said that traveling to distant lands is a transformational experience. For Maxwell Warner, Kent State Geauga sophomore, it was so much more. Max traveled to China this past summer as part of a two-week cultural exchange program with Sichuan University in Chengdu, China. The cultural exchange program is offered through Kent State University's Education Abroad-Office of Global Education. This is an example of the rich connection point described in the "One University" mindset at Kent State. Regional campus students are always interconnected to events and opportunities at the Kent Campus or other regional campuses. Max grew up in Middlefield, Ohio and attended Cardinal High School. His education at Kent State Geauga began in August of 2017. He said he chose Kent State Geauga because he wasn’t quite ready for a big change in his life. The campus was close to home and offered an affordable tuition rate, so it was the perfect fit. He was undeclared in his major at the beginning of his college career, but knew that he enjoyed interacting with people and had a love for photography -which he discovered while working at a local cable station. "My education is valuable to me in a number of ways," Max said. "I feel that going to college is about discovering yourself. The regional campuses make that a comfortable experience because it is easy to develop relationships with peers and professors. Networking is everything in this day in age." During his trip to China, a Kent State
graduate student discussed other degree options, and now he's very excited to declare his major in Global Communication with a double minor in Photojournalism and Sociology. He expects to graduate sometime in 2021. Max explained that the trip to China was a multifaceted experience; from mingling with local students in classes, to weekend excursions, to ordering in a restaurant using google translate, and learning about the cultural differences between students from all over the world, but to be more specific, the UK. "Though there were some language barriers, I wouldn’t want anything to be different," said Max. "It was such a humbling experience. Getting to know the Chinese students was even better! They taught us some words in their language and we did the same." His favorite memory about the trip was experiencing all the cultural differences. Max explained, "I can't actually put into words all the things I've learned. One of the most memorable is the hospitality of the Chinese culture. Everyone welcomed us as Americans, and we were constantly asked to pose for pictures. It was truly an eye-opening experience, and I feel as if I'm a different person than I was just a few weeks ago." The experience made such an impact, that it has inspired Max to apply for the Florence Semester Abroad in Spring of 2019. He is attending the Kent Campus this fall semester and said he's extremely excited for what his future holds – and China will always have a special place in his heart.
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Better Bodies – MaxStrength Fitness
“Every client starts with an hour-long complimentary initial consultation where we review their medical and family history, look into their current health condition and discuss their goals,” Jeff says. “We also talk about proper diet and nutrition. Then we do a demo workout.” MaxStrength is perfectly geared toward business professionals like Lou Joseph, president and CEO of the Brewer-Garrett Company, of Middleburg Heights. Lou Joseph, president and CEO of Brewer-Garrett Company in Middleburg Heights, has relied on Jeff Tomaszewski’s guidance and the proprietary MaxStrength Fitness model to achieve maximum results since 2008.
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n a Seinfeld episode, George Costanza’s post workout sweating attracted suspicion during an executive meeting in which his boss discussed a rash of in-house theft. Had George known about MaxStrength Fitness, he could have experienced his intense but efficient, 20-minute conditioning session, and returned to the office as dry as a bone, suggests Jeff Tomaszewski, owner of the exclusive workout system with a new location in Willoughby. “The MaxStrength system is a unique workout that uses special resistance machines that provide optimum resistance training for muscle strength, cardiovascular conditioning and overall health and wellness,” Jeff insists. And, he adds, the whole experience is efficient, professional and quiet. That means there is no obnoxious loud music playing, ear-popping grunting and shouting and no sweaty gym rats trying to impress the ladies. In fact, about the only noise you’ll hear is the sound of your certified personal trainer—professionally dressed in a shirt and tie—encouraging you toward your goals. “We take a very clinical and businesslike approach to getting fit and staying fit in the safest possible manner,” Jeff emphasizes. “That’s why we’re especially attractive to high-level business professionals and active supermoms. Our program is 20 minutes, twice a week, so our clients can quickly get back to their work, their families and their busy lives.”
MaxStrength, Jeff assures, is cool—and not only in the Fonzi kind of way. “We keep the training room at 65 degrees,” he says. “Contrary to most workout protocols, we want to keep the body cool during the exercises. Like a car engine that is overheated, the body loses efficiency when it gets too hot, so we want to dissipate heat very quickly. If you start to sweat we crank up a fan to cool you off. That’s why our clients can go straight to work without showering after a workout.” The MaxStrength exercise machines are specially designed to provide maximum resistance to make muscles work hard, but without dangerous jerking that can create or exacerbate joint injuries. “Our job is to fix people, not break them,” Jeff says. “Our machines are highly efficient with very low friction. With a slow, constant tension, you lift your weight for 10 seconds and lower it for 10 seconds. It looks easy until you try it.” Each client moves from machine to machine according to his or her customized fitness plan.
“I have been in the gym my entire life and found MaxStrength training to be an excellent way to maximize effort in the least amount of time with positive results,” Lou says. Typical clients are high achievers in their 50s and up who are starved for time but don’t want to keep putting their own health on the back burner, Jeff says. MaxStrength’s success has spawned some lite competition, he adds. “Others have imitated our 20 minutes, twice a week concept, but they don’t have the same proprietary equipment and temperature-controlled distractionfree environment,” Jeff says. “The giveaway is that they emphasize affordability while we emphasize results.” To find out how your professional, efficient workout can result in a happier, healthier lifestyle, you can schedule your complimentary consultation with MaxStrength Fitness, at 4212 SR 306, Suite 120, in Willoughby. You can find more information, including client testimonials, by visiting MaxStrengthFitness.com, or you can call 440-226-8080.
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