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Wolfe Resigns on Eve of Recall Vote Former Ward 1 Councilwoman Slams Mayor, Council Members as Ward 1 councilperson effectively immediately,” City of Kirtland Law Director Matthew Lallo wrote in Voters in the City of Kirtland’s a March 8 letter to Lake County Ward 1 were denied an opportunity Board of Elections Director Ross to decide the fate of embattled Coun- McDonald. D cilwoman Kelly Wolfe, as she abruptTLAN “As you know, the recall election R I K ly resigned her position on the eve was to occur today, and the only of the March 8 recall election. question on the ballot was whether She had served Ward 1 resi- Mrs. Wolfe should remain on coundents on council since 2019. cil. Due to her resignation from that “Late last night, the City of Kirt- position, it is my opinion as the law land had received a written corre- director for the City of Kirtland that spondence from Kelly Wolfe where- the election is now moot.” Lallo said the city has begun the in she resigned from her position
By John Karlovec john@karlovecmedia.com
Police Chief Raises Awareness Of Car Thefts, Increased PD Visibility By John Karlovec john@karlovecmedia.com During Kirtland City Council’s March 21 meeting, Police Chief Brian McCallister addressed the recent spate of car thefts and breakins in the city, and how his department is responding. “Mostly the side streets off of Hobart were targeted,” McCallister told council members, including Raccoon Hill, Rockwood and Shadowbrook drives. Two cars were stolen — in addition to multiple break-ins — March 14, including one on Ledgewood, and keys were left in each, he said. “One was recovered,” he said. “We were able to swab for trace DNA off the vehicle and we’ll get that submitted to the crime lab.” McCallister said he has asked patrol to increase visibility in the area at night and to increase traffic stops so law enforcement is more visible on the road as people pass through the city. “Just be very proactive in everything we’re doing, just turning over every stone we can while we’re out See Police • Page 8
process to cancel the election. “Based upon the foregoing, we kindly ask the board of elections to formally cancel and close this election as it is no longer necessary to proceed,” he said. Wolfe drew the ire of residents and city officials after casting the lone dissenting vote last August not to terminate then-Police Chief Lance Nosse following a two-day administrative hearing process. During the investigation of Nosse, it was learned Wolfe was involved personally with Nosse.
Ward 1 residents then embarked on a campaign to recall Wolfe for alleged violations of her oath of office, misconduct, misWolfe feasance, malfeasance and moral turpitude, and multiple conflicts of interest. At city council’s Dec. 20 meeting, Eagle Road resident Frank Lyon submitted to Clerk Denise Roelle recall petitions 294 Ward 1 registered voters had signed to See Wolfe • Page 4
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Hornets Tradition Continues To Run Deep on Diamond By Rich Kelly sports@karlovecmedia.com It will never be argued that a school team’s success has no effect on the student body or community. Things have been going pretty well for Kirtland’s teams for a long time, with winning playing a huge part in developing positive attitudes among the its community and teams — and this baseball season should be no different for Kirtland Hornets Head Coach Luke Smrdel and his well-blended team of experienced athletes and newcomers. Following last year’s 19-9 season, the Hornets return with a star-studded cast of players who have enjoyed success via hard work in other Kirtland sports. Factors indicating future success are a team’s ability to put the ball into play, catch the ball and make smart plays. And if their early actions in a scrimmage against a Brush team on March 22 are any indication, even in inclement weather, the Hornets are in for another fine season on the diamond. Smrdel, who teaches for Euclid Schools while coaching at Kirtland, has once again shown how positive thought, even in the heat of action, is what builds character and enthusiasm on a team. See Hornets • Page 6
Community Garden Beds Ready to Rent The Kirtland Community Garden beds are available for renting. The Kirtland Kiwanis has revamped some of the beds, added three new beds and there is a water supply and shed for garden tools. The garden, across the street from the Kirtland Temple on state Route 306, is fenced in to protect it from deer. Call Pat at 440-256-1341 or email the gardenclubofkirtland@gmail.com for more information.
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Trip Thaler will be one of the top Hornets in a Kirtland rotation that helped the team finish 19-9 last season. Thaler pitched some scrimmage innings seen above against Brush before the snow put a temporary halt on Kirtland’s season.
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