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BULLETIN BOARD Thursday, Oct. 31 • LORAIN COUNTY: Trick-or-treating will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31 in most communities across the county. Be sure to leave your porch light on if you plan to pass out candy. • OBERLIN: British folk artists Moira Craig and Caroline Robson will perform at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31 at Kendal at Oberlin’s Heiser Auditorium. They will present a program of folk music from Scotland and England. The concert is free and open to the public. • OBERLIN: Downtown trick-or-treating will be held at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31. A spooky story will start the event at the Oberlin Bookstore, then kids can gather treats at storefronts of participating Oberlin businesses until 5:30 p.m. • OBERLIN: “Genetics, Epigenetics, Viruses and Cancer” will be presented at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31 at Kendal at Oberlin’s Heiser Auditorium. Yolanda Cruz, Robert S. Danforth Professor pf Biology at Oberlin College, will present a three session lecture series on the connections among genes, epigenetics, viruses, and cancer. Sessions two and three will be held on Nov. 7 and 14. Register by calling the LifeLong Learning Center at Lorain County Community College, 440-366-4148. The fee is $20 for class number 4525. • OBERLIN: A preview of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” will be given at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31 at Kendal at Oberlin’s Heiser Auditorium. Jonathan Field, director of the Oberlin Opera Theater, and cast members will perform the Benjamin Britten adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy. The preview is free and open to the public. Opera performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 6, 8 and 9 and 2 p.m. on Nov. 10 at Hall Auditorium. For tickets, call Central Ticket Office Service, Oberlin College, 440-775-8169 or 800-371-0178.
Friday, Nov. 1 • OBERLIN: “Columbia: A Green Gem with Promise and Problems” will be presented at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 1 at Kendal at Oberlin’s Heiser Auditorium. Kendal resident Joe Colucci will speak. The event is free and open to the public. • AMHERST: A toddler playtime will be held from 10:30-11:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1 at the Amherst Public Library. Toddlers and their caregivers are welcome to join in the fun. No registration is required for this drop-in playtime that takes place in the children’s storytime area. BULLETIN BOARD PAGE A3
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Donning some crazy costumes, the Oberlin High School marching band led a Halloween parade through the heart of the city Saturday. Kids followed on a wagon and in an Oberlin fire engine, and were trailed by the Futuristics Baton and Drum Corps.
Crime lab asks voters for $595K DAVE O’BRIEN THE CHRONICLE-TELEGRAM
Lorain County commissioners are asking the public to support a levy to update and improve the Lorain County Crime and Drug Lab. Housed in the basement of the Lorain County Administration Building in Elyria, where the employee cafeteria used to be, complicated urinalysis machines stand next to an unused deep fryer. The levy will generate $595,000 annually and cost the owner of a $100,000 home an additional $2.80 a year, according to county officials. The money will help the county move the lab out of the basement and into a former grocery store on Broad Street in downtown Elyria. "We're not asking a lot for lab for the important work it does," County Administrator Jim Cordes said recently. "It's a conservative ask," Commissioner Sharon Sweda said. "A fair ask for a vital service that we need." The lab currently has an annual budget of about $300,000 and shares a levy with the Lorain County Drug Task Force that nets the lab about $193,000 a year.
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Chelsea Lang, Forensic Drug Analyst with the Lorain County Crime Lab, works with the GCMS machine that tests illegal drugs for substances such as fentanyl. The room in which the GCMS machine sits is located in a room with carpeting, which would not be safe should a substance be dropped on to the floor. The remaining money comes from the county's general fund and elsewhere. If the lab is moved out of its temporary location, the county can seek accreditation once the lab is in a permanent location. With that comes
the opportunity for additional state and federal funding to support the lab's operations. The lab supports local police agencies and the Lorain County court system by testing unknown substances CRIME LAB PAGE A2
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OBITUARIES Glenn J. Waltz
Glenn J. Waltz, 92, of Oberlin, passed away Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at Welcome Nursing Home after a long illness. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on June 10, 1927. Glenn was a scientist for Gilford Industry and Bird Electronics. Glenn was a member of Grace Lutheran Church of Oberlin. He enjoyed playing chess having won many chess tournaments, watching classic movies, old time radio shows and discussing science in general. He is survived by his wife, Rita H. Waltz of Oberlin; daughters, Donna Waltz of Nashville, Tennessee, Lisa Waltz of Oberlin; and one grandson, Christopher Waltz of Oberlin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Edith Waltz; and a sister, Donna Jean Waltz. A memorial service was held Saturday, Oct. 26 at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Josh Moldenhauer officiating. Private family burial was at Westwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at www.cowling funeralhomeoh.com.
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FROM A1 including suspected dangerous drugs in a safe environment. It also does urinalysis for adult probationers and fingerprints juvenile offenders on behalf of the Juvenile Court. As it stands, the basement of the Administration Building is not equipped with enough bathrooms to properly perform urinalysis, Cordes said. Moving the facility to a new location would allow the county to update a building for that purpose. Drug testing can determine within 45 minutes in some cases whether a substance is a dangerous drug like fentanyl or heroin. It is faster to do the testing locally and that can also help protect local police officers, firefighters, paramedics and EMTs who come in contact with the unknown substances while on-duty. Speedy returns on court-ordered drug screens will allow adults on probation to get on with their lives if they test negative or to be ordered into treatment or jail by local judges if they test positive.
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Deanna M. Kavulla, 81, of Wakeman, died Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at Mercy New Life Hospice. Born May 26, 1938, in Oberlin, she was the daughter of the late Max and Geraldine (nee Andrews) Cooper. Deanna graduated from Wellington High School and then attended nursing school. A registered nurse, Deanna worked at Community Health Partners and then later at the Amherst Hospital in Labor and Delivery. She enjoyed spending time outdoors in nature, especially in her gardens. Most of all she cherished time spent with her family and grandchildren. Survivors include her daughter, Suzanne (Martin) Tansey of Wakeman; grandchildren, Sarah (Joe) Joyce, James, Laura and Hannah Tansey and brother, Max Cooper of Wellington. Deanna was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Dewey; children, Sandra and Steven Dewey and second husband, Arthur Kavulla. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31 at Norton- Eastman Funeral Home, 370 South Main St., Wellington. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Wellington. The family requests that donations can be made in her honor to the Lorain County Alzheimer's Association at 37309 Harvest Dr., Avon, OH 44011. Expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www. eastmanfuneralhome.com.
Ronald Eugene Lamp Ronald Eugene Lamp, 70, of Wellington, died Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at Mercy Allen Hospital. Born on Nov. 27, 1948, in Cumberland, Maryland, he was the son of the late Roy and Grace (nee Crowe) Lamp. Ronald lived many years in Morgantown, West Virginia, before moving to Wellington in 1999. Ronald served in the United States Army. Most recently he was a supervisor with Shiloh Industries and prior to that had been a coal miner in West Virginia for nearly 20 years. He was a member of the AmVets and of Green Pastures Baptist Church in Oberlin. Ronald was very proud of his 1939 Ford which he restored and also enjoyed hunting. Most of all Ronald cherished his family, his beloved dog Diddle and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Fran (nee Biser) Lamp; sons, Wade (Debbie) Lamp of Sullivan and Brad (Stefanie) Lamp of Lodi; grandchildren, Chris (Ashley) Lamp, Tristan, Madison and Alex Lamp; great-grandchildren, Alaynna and Carter; siblings, Norma Lee Pfister, Raymond Lamp, Darlene Kielczewski, Kevin Lamp and Elly Bauer; numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many brothers and sisters-in-law. Ronald was preceded in death by his siblings, Madison "Poke" Lamp, Maxine McDonald, Elza Ray "Dick", Richard, and Alexander Lamp. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ronald's memory may be directed to St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Norton-Eastman Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements and expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www.norton-eastmanfuneralhome.com.
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Joyce M. Horvath, 86, a lifelong Wellington resident, died Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, under the care of Mercy New Life Hospice. Joyce was the daughter of the late Arthur and Gladys (nee Coates) Peabody and was born May 21, 1933, in Oberlin. Joyce was a 1951 Wellington High School graduate and was the past president of the Alumni Association. Joyce was an active member of her community and was a charter member of the SLC Hospital Auxiliary, a former Girl Scout Leader and Camp Director and a 46-year member of Beta Sigma Phi and was named Woman of the Year seven times. She was the past president of the Wellington Women's League, was involved with the Wellington Sesquicentennial and served as a judge for numerous cooking contests. Many will remember Joyce for her cooking column "News N Views," which was published in the Enterprise for 20 years. She also taught cake decorating for many years. Joyce cherished her family and enjoyed entertaining and cooking especially around the holidays. She is survived by her daughters, Pamela Minnich and Heather (Russ) Simmons of Wellington; grandchildren, Angelique (Tim) Gallion, Monique (Mike) Carroll, Derek (Tabatha) Simmons and Rusty (Patty) Simmons and greatgrandchildren, Mallory, Alexa, Shelby, Aubrey, Bryce and Abby. She is also survived by her Pen Pal from Wales, whom she had been corresponding with since 1947. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Alex; brother, Larry Peabody; son-in-law, John Minnich and grandson, Drake Simmons. Services were held Monday, Oct. 28 at Norton-Eastman Funeral Home, Wellington. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery, Wellington. Expressions of sympathy may be given at www.nortoneastmanfuneralhome.com. ELIZABETH MAE FRIDENSTINE (nee Wagner), 90, of North Ridgeville, passed away Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at The Lutheran Home of Westlake, following a long and full life. Arrangements were entrusted to Hempel Funeral Home, Amherst. DONALD LINDSEY CRUM, 89, of Amherst, passed away Sunday evening, Oct. 20, 2019 at his home, following a very full and meaningful life. Hempel Funeral Home handled arrangements. PATRICK "PAT" MCBENNETT, 83, of Birmingham, passed away Monday, Oct. 21, 2019 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Lorain. Hempel Funeral Home handled arrangements. MARTHA KRUGMAN (nee Denning), 71, of Elyria, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, at Malachi House in Cleveland, following a courageous 18-month battle with lung cancer. Hempel Funeral Home handled arrangements. AARON MICHAEL FRIEL, 26, of Elyria, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at his home in Elyria following a lengthy illness. Hempel Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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Saturday, Nov. 2 • OBERLIN: “Temperance, Gender, and the Racialization of Respectability in Oberlin” will be presented at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Oberlin Public Library, 65 South Main St. Gary Kornblith and Carol Lasser, authors of “Elusive Utopia: The Struggle for Racial Equality in Oberlin,” will speak. The program is sponsored by the Oberlin AfricanAmerican Genealogy and History Group. The public is invited and light refreshments will be served. • OBERLIN: “Faces of East Asian Theater” will be presented from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Allen Memorial Art Museum, 87 North Main St. The museum will provide instruction and materials to make masks inspired by Japanese, Chinese, and Korean theater traditions. In addition, docents will lead tours of the current exhibition “Japan on Stage.” This free event for all ages is made possible by a Freeman East Asian Arts & Culture Initiative grant from the Freeman Foundation. • OBERLIN: The Oberlin Choristers Annual Fall Gala will be held from 6-11 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at The Hotel at Oberlin, 10 East College St. Alumni, parents and the community are invited to participate in this elegant evening filled with remembrances, food, drink and music. The event is black tie optional. Cocktails will start at 6 p.m. with dinner service at 7 p.m. Fundraisers include a silent auction, live auction, 5050 raffle, and wine pull.
The Lorain County Community Guide bulletin board is for local nonprofit and not-for-profit events. Items are published on a space-available basis and will be edited for news style, length, and clarity. Send your items to news@ lcnewspapers.com. • SULLIVAN: The Sullivan First Congregational Church will hold its annual turkey supper from 4:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 503 US 224. The menu will include turkey, homemade dressing, real mashed potatoes, vegetables, sweet potatoes and homemade pies. The cost is by donation. There will also be a craft table to start your Christmas shopping. • AMHERST: Read to a therapy dog from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Amherst Public Library. Canine reading buddies are all ears and waiting for you to read to them. All ages can take their favorite book or choose one from the library’s collection.
Nov. 2 and 16 • AMHERST: Free crochet workshops for all skill levels will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, Nov. 2 and 16 at the Amherst Public Library. Beginners and those who would like to start a new
project should take a “J” hook and a skein of Lily “Sugar and Cream” yarn for the first workshop. All attendees are welcome to take their current projects.
Sunday, Nov. 3 • OBERLIN: The last public opening of 2019 will take place at the Weltzheimer/Johnson House on the hour from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 534 Morgan St. Docents will give presentations on the history and architecture of the house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Admission is $10 for adults; advance registration is encouraged. For timed tickets and parking details, visit www.bit.ly/WJhouse. • OBERLIN: A Sunday Object Talk will be given at 2 p.m. on Nov. 3 at the Allen Memorial Art Museum, 87 North Main St. Oberlin College student Lulu VanDusen-Gross will speak on “Justicia,” a 1998 painting by Haitian artist Edouard Duval-Carrie. The work is featured in the Allen Memorial Art Museum’s current exhibition “Afterlives of the Black Atlantic.” • AMHERST: A wrapping paper craft day will be held from 2:30-4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Amherst Public Library. Create one-of-a-kind gifts for your family, friends or yourself. Use wrapping paper to create glass magnets, custom gift bows, gift card envelopes and more. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees. This program is intended for ages 12 and up; registration is required. • WELLINGTON: Breakfasts are held from 8-11 a.m. on the first Sunday of every month starting Nov. 3 at VFW Post 6941, 207 North Main St. The Nov. 3 menu includes homemade sausage gravy and biscuits, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, milk, MORE ON PAGE A4
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The Lorain County Joint Vocational School is asking the Lorain County Voters, on Nov. 5, 2019, to approve the same amount of additional tax dollars (4.31 million) each year that failed in Nov. 2018. This tax issue will appear on the ballot again on Nov. 5, 2019, as Issue 14. There are (14) fourteen county school districts in Lorain County which receive a combined total of 5.3 million dollars each year in permanent improvement tax dollars or $129.27 each year for each of their 41,000 students. Our JVS and their proposed tax, Issue 14, is asking for 4.31 million dollars each year in permanent improvement tax dollars or $4,442.15 for each of the 968 students attending the LCJVS. That’s 82% of what all (14) fourteen Lorain County school districts now receive for their 41,000 students. Ohio has unfair funding for education. Let’s not approve unequal funding in Lorain County for our children’s education.
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Monday, Nov. 4 • AMHERST: A mixed media workshop will be held from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4 at the Amherst Public Library. Mary Jo Clark will teach this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, half-inch foam brush, 140 lb. watercolor paper, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen. Registration is required. Call 440-988-4230. • AMHERST: Create art dolls at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4 at the Amherst Public Library. Therese Taylor believes everyone has an inner artist and
that art exploration can be a healing experience. Absolutely no experience is necessary to make a one-of-a-kind art doll. Registered attendees will be able to choose a body form and as many embellishments and decorations as they like. Registration is required for this program and space is limited. Call 440-988-4230.
Tuesday, Nov. 5 • CARLISLE TWP.: “Urban Wildlife: Landscape Change, Wildlife Adaptation, and Human Influence” will be presented at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at the Carlisle Reservation Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal Rd. The Black River Audubon Society presents Jon Cepek, wildlife ecologist for the Cleveland Metroparks. He will discuss how Ohio’s landscape has changed, how wildlife have responded, and the influence people have in human wildlife interactions. This program is free to the public.
Take action in November to prevent getting the flu Anyone can catch the flu. It strikes without warning and symptoms can be severe and life-threatening. Lorain County Public Health will provide the flu vaccine this fall and throughout the flu season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend a flu vaccine as the first and best way to protect yourself and your family, said county health commissioner David Covell. The CDC also recommends that everyone older than six months should be vaccinated. Clinic dates and locations include: • Monday, Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to noon — United Way of Greater Lorain County, 642 Broadway Ave., Lorain. • Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. — Old Firehouse Community Center, 100 Avon Belden Rd., Avon Lake. • Thursday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-5 p.m. — Lorain County Fairgrounds, 23000 Fairgrounds Rd., Wellington. • Friday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon — Old Stone Evangelical Church, 553 South Main St., Amherst. • Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to noon — The Lodge of New Russia Township, 46300 Butternut Ridge Rd. • Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 1-3 p.m. — North Ridgeville Senior Center, 7327 Avon Belden Rd. • Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon — Columbia Township fire station, 25540 Royalton Rd. • Thursday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to noon — Avon Senior Center, 36786 Detroit Rd. • Thursday, Nov. 14 from 3-5 p.m. — St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 300 Third St., Elyria. • Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon — Lorain Community Senior Center, 3361 Garfield Blvd. • Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 3-5 p.m. — LaGrange United Methodist Church, 105 West Main St. No appointment is necessary for flu shot clinics. If times and locations are not convenient, call 440-284-3206 for an appointment. Or, beginning on Nov. 1, just walk in at Lorain County Public Health, 9880 South Murray Ridge Rd., Elyria Township, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on weekdays. Be sure to fill out your flu registration form at www.loraincountyhealth.com/flu. Print the completed form and take it with you.
LETTER Nahorn's a 'diligent politician' To the editor: I have known Matt Nahorn to be a warm human being, an extraordinary historian, and a diligent politician — and I am proud to say that he carries these banners with dignity and seriousness. His intelligence and spirit of inquiry shine through his well-mannered behavior. He is the perfect choice for (Amherst) councilman and has proven this through his last term. I highly recommend that you cast your vote for this young man who, I am certain, will continue to do the conscientious job he has done in the past as Ward Four councilman. Joan Rosenbusch
• ELYRIA: The life and works of the late author and Lorain native Toni Morrison will be celebrated from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Spitzer Conference Center, Lorain County Community College, 1005 North Abbe Rd. Guest speaker Marilyn Sanders Mobley will present “The Legacy of Toni Morrison: Re-imaginations of Home.” The event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged at www.lorainccc.edu/morrison. • OBERLIN: “Science on the Edge: Critical Phenomena in Granular Systems” will be presented at 4:35 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at Wright Physics Laboratory, 110 North Professor St. Susan Lehman, professor of physics at the College of Wooster, will speak as part of the Physics and Astronomy Lecture Series. A reception for Lehman will begin at 4:10 p.m. in the Anderson Lounge on the second floor.
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Thanks to the folks who answered our call for photos of your spookified Halloween houses! Here's our favorite of the bunch, showing the moon peeking out from those October clouds! It's from Jim and Ranee Bennett of Rivers Edge Drive in Amherst. NFL TEAMS ACROSS 1. Kate DiCamillo’s “____ and Ulysses” 6. Blunder 9. Gymnastics parallel ____ 13. About 1.75 pints 14. Pronoun that can be singular or plural 15. Chic’s “Le ____” 16. Willow tree 17. Teller substitute, acr. 18. With ample space 19. *Only community-owned NFL team 21. *Only team with no logo on helmets 23. Greek letters on campus 24. Log splitter 25. *Traditional team ride 28. Ranee’s husband 30. ‘70s TV series “The ____ Woman” 35. Bookkeeping entry 37. Do over 39. Words to live by 40. Italy’s obsolete money 41. Fur shawl 43. Pay a visit 44. Beau’s and Jeff’s acting dad 46. Edward Scissorhands’ sound 47. Editor’s mark 48. Port city in Alaska 50. Cozy spot 52. Store posting, abbr. 53. Bright thought 55. Bonnie and Clyde, e.g. 57. *Team that shares stadium with #29 Down 60. *Cincy’s team 64. Not taut 65. Tamari sauce ingredient 67. Kind of salami 68. Realtor’s wares 69. Bowl over 70. Unborn vertebrate 71. What outgoing tide does 72. Not no 73. Site frequenters DOWN 1. Hit’s opposite 2. Bonet or Kudrow 3. Suffix with psych4. Does like something rotten 5. Unpaid debt 6. Unfledged hawk 7. Decompose
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8. “Dancing with the Stars” number 9. Arch above eye 10. Another spelling for eon 11. *Moved from St. Louis 12. Blue hue 15. Lark about 20. Raises children 22. “____-a-dub-dub” 24. Superbowl 2012 half-time act 25. *Only team to play home games in New York state 26. Being of service 27. Asian goat antelope 29. *Headquartered in New Jersey 31. Tolkien villains 32. Poet’s “below” 33. Lazybones 34. *Their stadium hosts NFL Scouting Combine
36. She knows “Why the Caged Bird Sings” 38. Mixture or medley 42. Horace’s poem 45. John Collins and Tom Collins, e.g. 49. Banned pesticide 51. Karate-like art 54. Composition notebook entry 56. S-shaped moldings 57. Lump 58. Shakespeare’s metrical unit 59. Single pip cards 60. *Team rest weeks 61. Place one’s stake 62. Look angry 63. Back talk 64. Mother, sister or daughter 66. Be in the red
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AMHERST NEWS-TIMES THURSDAY, OCT. 31, 2019 • SERVING AMHERST SINCE 1919
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Who's that posing with the Harlem Wizards? It's the Amherst Class of 2032, made up of the first kindergartners who will have classes at the new Powers Elementary School. District historian Russ Marty staged this photo as a way to commemorate the opening of the South Lake Street building.
Memories to be sealed away at new Powers JASON HAWK EDITOR
A hidden treasure trove will be opened in a little over 33 years. When the calendar hits Feb. 19, 2053, the cornerstone of the new Powers Elementary School will be pulled loose and a time
capsule will be retrieved from its dark resting place. "I don't want people to forget the legacy of Mr. Fred Powers," said Russ Marty, an Amherst Steele High School teacher and the district's historian who is preparing the time capsule. "He was so respected by students, staff and the commu-
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nity. He was probably the most influential educator for Amherst beside Marion L. Steele herself," he said. "Fred Powers and Marion L. Steele were like our George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. They gave us everything." Powers briefly taught history and civics before serving as dis-
trict superintendent for 38 years. Then he became principal at the school bearing his name from 1956 to 1962. For Marty, memorializing those contributions is a family affair. His wife, Amherst Steele teacher Emily Marty, is Powers' greatgranddaughter. The time capsule is a plastic
tube about 18 inches long and four inches in diameter. It will hold pictures of the former Harris Elementary School, which was demolished two years ago to make way for the district's $31.5 million PK-3 building. Also inside will be a picture TIME CAPSULE PAGE B2
SPOOKY SPIRIT
JASON HAWK and SEAN McDONNELL
The fine for carrying a few joints around town, or even a whole lot of them, could soon be cut down to $0. Amherst voters will get to decide Nov. 5 whether to throw out the penalties and court costs that stem from lesser pot possession convictions. Issue 20 seeks to take the claws out of the law, at least within the city limits, for holding less than 200 grams. "I don't think that anyone believes ruining a life over a minor possession charge is worth it," said John Horn, the Amherst city council candidate who collected 896 signatures to get the "Sensible Marihuana Ordinance" on the ballot. He said minor marijuana convictions can get you fired or black-balled by colleges: "I don't want anything negative being held against you," he said. Oberlin Municipal Court Judge Thomas Januzzi said most possession cases over which he presides involve someone caught with just a joint or two. The typical fine is $100 to $150 plus $100 in court costs. That's a minor misdemeanor, essentially the same as a speeding ticket, and under the Ohio Revised Code isn't a criminal conviction that could show up on an employment or licensing background check. "We don't see people driving around with massive amounts, not even 100 grams. We just don't see it," Januzzi said. But once it passes that 100-gram threshold, the charge jumps to a fourth-degree misdemeanor. So far in 2019, there's been just one such case at the Oberlin court. But here's where it gets tricky, and where even a legal expert like Januzzi has questions, although he said he does not have a stance on the ballot issue.
Photos by Jason Hawk | Amherst News-Times
The Marching Comets gave a scarily-good performance Sunday at Forest Street and Park Avenue, kicking off the annual Amherst Halloween Parade to town hall. Every year the band shows up in costume, showing not just school spirit but spooky spirit, too.
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“We don’t see people driving around with massive amounts, not even 100 grams. We just don’t see it.” JUDGE THOMAS JANUZZI OBERLIN MUNICIPAL COURT
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ELECTION 2019
Ed Cowger
John Horn
Martin Heberling III
David Janik
Bradley Lacko
Phil Van Treuren
the at-large position who have the most experience serving on Council. This experience is needed when important issues are discussed and a historical perspective on the issue is needed." Lacko: "I have great knowledge in a wide area of different aspects such as business management, construction, agriculture and logistics. It is my opinion from these 25-plus years of experiences I believe that I can be a great contributor to our city." Van Treuren: "I don't think I am the best candidate for this position, necessarily. I know each of the people running, and they would all do a great job. Voters are able to choose three candidates for Council at-large, and I'd be honored if they chose me as one of them."
our neighbors." Janik: "With land becoming more scarce as far as building more housing developments, we need to concentrate on attracting more business and industry folks to choose Amherst. My committee assignment in the area of utilities addressed this issue most recently by involving AMP Ohio and the sale of our electrical sub-stations so that they could help us build a "loop transmission" for electricity whereby our service becomes more reliable and less prone to outages in the future and may attract more business leaders to consider Amherst as their home base for operations." Lacko: I am not currently on City Council so I am not aware of the city's biggest challenge. However, staying within a budget and trying to maintain our current city infrastructure while trying to grow and improve our city presents several challenges to address regularly." Van Treuren: "I think we need to continue updating our city's aging streets, utilities, sidewalks and other infrastructure in a fiscally responsible and well-planned manner. The current administration under the leadership of Mayor Mark Costilow is doing a great job at this, and I will continue to support their efforts to do so if I'm given another term on City Council."
Two compete for Four candidates trying to claim Amherst Council three City Council at-large seats Second Ward Two candidates will vie for the chance to represent Amherst Council’s Second Ward. Ed Cowger, the incumbent has served in the position for 13 years. It is a two-year term. Ed Cowger Age: 49 Party: Republican Family: Married, one daughter Education: graduate of Marion L. Steele High School, 1984 Job history: Restaurant manager for 30 years with Wendy’s John Horn Age: 33 Party: Democrat Family: Wife Ashley, son Hunter Education: Marion L. Steele High School graduate, 2004; associate’s degree of applied business, Lorain County Community College Job history: Information systems What makes you the best candidate? Cowger: "My experience is what I believe is the biggest reason I should be elected. I have served as a councilman for 13 years, a member of the Civil Service (board) for two years and a member for the Sandstone Joint Ambulance District Board for a year. I know how the city's finances have to be handled." Horn: "I was raised here, as was my wife Ashley. We now have a son who will grow up here and enjoy the same opportunities we were afforded. I am passionate about the community’s future growth and economic stability. I am committed to listening and reviewing all options presented and do the necessary research to come to the best conclusion for everyone. I believe my integrity and motivation will make me a highly recognized and beneficial part of the community as your councilman for the Second Ward. I look forward to being given the opportunity to serve you." What is the biggest challenge facing the city and how would you address it? Cowger: "One of the things that we must address is some of the aging infrastructure. A proactive approach where there is plenty of time to react is much better than dealing in a reactive manner. I know that I would be able to work with the administration to come up with the best plan to achieve this." Horn: "Communication is an area that Amherst struggles with. There is so much good going on in our town and we need to share it. Imagine if we could get word out to make events that much more. My plan is to send out a quarterly email newsletter and the possibility of more if needed."
Four candidates — two Democrats and two Republicans — are vying for three open Amherst Council at-large seats. It is a two-year term. There is only one newcomer on the slate, Bradley Lacko. Phil Van Treuren has been on Council for 10 years, finishing up a fifth term. David Janik is seeking his third term. Martin Heberling has served on Council since January. Martin Heberling III Age: 43 Party: Democratic Education: bachelor of education, Ashland University; associate’s degree in police science, Lorain County Community College Family: Married to Kyle; son, Jacob Job history: teacher of sixth grade language arts/social studies at Lorain City Schools; previously a water treatment operator with City of Cleveland David Janik Age: 49 Party: Democratic Education: master’s degree in education administration, Kent State University Family: Wife, Jeana; children Justin, 28, Hope, 21, Logan, 16, and Sam, 13 Job history: location coordinator, Academic Year in America; pre-college programs, Bowling Green State University
— Rini Jeffers
Leaf collection will start in the Amherst city limits on Monday, Nov. 4. Leaves should be raked to the tree lawn before the first day of the week of your scheduled pickup. Do not put leaves in the street. Tree limbs, grass clippings, and bagged leaves will not be picked up by the city. Scheduled weeks for leaf pickup are as follows: • Nov. 4-8: Streets north of the railroad tracks should have leaves on the tree lawn by Nov. 3. • Nov. 12-15: Streets south of the railroad tracks should have leaves on the tree lawn by Nov. 11. • Nov. 18-22: Streets north of the railroad tracks, second pass, should have leaves on the curb lawn by Nov. 17. • Nov. 25-27: Streets south of the railroad tracks, second pass, should have leaves on the curb lawn by Nov. 24.
Shelma Bockey Age: 64 Party: Republican Education: College graduate Family: No children at home Job history: instructor, Northern Institute of Cosmetology, 20 years; owner/operator of Adonis Style Salon and Tanning, five years; bus driver, Amherst Schools, 15 years; Realtor, Century 21 DeAnna Realty, 3.5 years
TIME CAPSULE
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of Fred Powers, an iPod with the Comets fight song and Amherst's alma mater, video from the 1960s, and a yearbook from 1953 when the Washington Street Powers opened. Chuck Grimmett, building and grounds supervisor for the Amherst Schools, described the cornerstone as a two-foot-square sandstone block that will be placed outside the main entrance of the new South Lake Street elementary school. As a tribute to Fred Powers, who was a Mason, the local lodge will dedicate the cornerstone in November. The fixture will bear the Masons' seal. A brass plate will mark the cornerstone so the capsule isn't forgotten, said Marty. It will be opened Feb. 19, 2053 — exactly 100 years after the day the original Powers opened.
Bradley Lacko Age: 40 Party: Republican Family: Wife Tracey; daughters Emily and Macy Job history: Self-employed farmer/independent trucker Phil Van Treuren Age: 42 Party: Republican Education: bachelor's degree in English; graduate of U.S. Army Officer Candidate School Family: Wife Sharon; children Sophia, 11, Stella 1, William 8 months Job history: Owner, Engage Media LLC What makes you the best candidate? Heberling: "I am a father, a husband, and tax-paying homeowner. I understand the fiscal challenges that coincide with those responsibilities. I understand how vital our schools are to the community because I am an Amherst alumni and I have a child who attends Amherst Schools. I believe that a well-supported infrastructure is key to community pride and strong economic growth. Finally, I will do all I can to help foster community involvement with families and senior citizens. After all, we owe it to one another, and we owe it to the great city of Amherst." Janik: "There are two of us currently serving in
What is the biggest challenge facing the city and how would you address it? Heberling: "I think the biggest challenge facing any city is an aging infrastructure. Maintaining our infrastructure in the most responsible manner is key. As your current Councilman-at-large, I will continue to see that every concern presented to me is given the time deserved. I will also make sure that our residents will be kept up to date with all information and concerns. I will continue to do my best to exceed the expectations of
— Rini Jeffers
Two vie for Council's Third Ward Two candidates will vie to represent Amherst’s Third Ward. Both are newcomers to the position. It is a two-year term.
Leaf pick-up in the city
from 2004 to April 2019
Jake Wachholz Age: 34 Party: Democrat Education: master’s degree, education. Family: Wife; two daughters Job history: Special education teacher at Lorain County Joint Vocational School; previously worked in customer service for eight years What makes you the best candidate? Bockey: "I feel that being a resident of and
through town and talking with our neighbors, I see firsthand where Amherst can benefit from improvements, and how improvements already made have affected the city."
Shelma Bockey former business owner in Amherst, having raised two daughters who graduated from Marion L. Steele High School, also being a school bus driver that I have established myself as a caring and trusted person. I care about our community and have had the chance to speak with many neighbors and friends about different subjects concerning Amherst. I speak up for what is right and feel that we all have a right to express our views and concerns. Being elected to Amherst City Council Third Ward will be a great honor. I hope that everyone will continue to express their thoughts and concerns.
Jake Wachholz This will help us stay connected. This is my first time running and I am looking forward to being a voice for our community." Wachholz: "I love Amherst and want to serve as City Council member for the Third Ward. My experiences in customer service and education have prepared me to ensure the needs of residents are met. My family is very involved in the community. I am an Amherst Library Board trustee and the JVS Parent Teacher Association president; my wife leads a Girl Scout troop and is on the leadership team for Amherst Mothers of Preschoolers. By regularly walking
What is the biggest challenge facing the city and how would you address it? Bockey: "Keeping our infrastructure in good order, repairs are done on time and in an efficient matter. I have good relationships with community members and those on Council. When we come together for the good of Amherst, it keeps our town a very desirable and nice place to live." Wachholz: "I believe we need to lessen the tax burden of our citizens by encouraging businesses to establish and grow in Amherst. Now that Cooper Foster has been repaired, there is no excuse for the Amherst Plaza and surrounding lots to remain vacant. We, as a city, need to encourage new businesses that honor our values and will bring in tax revenue for the city." — Rini Jeffers
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A SEVEN-WIN SEASON
YOUTH RACE RESULTS Kindergarten Girls
• First: Gracie Bevier • Second: Saylor Waddell • Third: Caroline Cooksey Kindergarten Boys • First: Ben Dupaski • Second: Jase Harigan • Third: Lincoln Martin
First Grade Girls
• First: Lilly Tellier • Second:Tessa Maderitz • Third: Finley Lamoreaux First Grade Boys Joe Colon | Amherst News-Times • First: Vinny Niemiec Kids zoom down the track in costume Sunday morning. • Second: Braden George • Third: Nolen Boone
Skeleton Run’s 20th year
Joe Colon | Amherst News-Times
Quarterback Tyler Brezina celebrates with Casey Hamrick after scoring on a 23-yard rushing touchdown Friday. Amherst demolished North Ridgeville 41-7 in Southwestern Conference action to advance to 7-2 on the season — the first time the Comets have recorded seven wins since Fall 2010. Junior Alden Steele scored twice on short runs and senior running back Aidan Johnson made three forays into the end zone, leading the Comets on the ground with 11 carries for 113 yards. "I was in third grade the last time we got to seven wins and we've still got one more left. It's going to be a brawl," Johnson said, looking forward to this week's game at Avon. The Eagles beat Olmsted Falls 24-14 on Friday, clinching a Division II home playoff game, and are undefeated this season.
The 20th Annual Skeleton Run brought out more than 500 runners and walkers Sunday at Amherst Steele High School. The male open winner was Brain Michal from Brookpark with a time of 16:50. The female winner was Kelli Pittak from Amherst with a time of 20:26. Dave Anderson was the men's master winner winner with a time of 18:41 and Molly Fior was the women's master winner with a time of 21:01 — both for the second year in a row. The title sponsor of the event was Orthopaedic Associates. Cookie McLoda from Parson's Insurance was the food sponsor, Amherst Animal Hospital was the dog division sponsor. John Schaeffer from North Ohio Heart, Bramhall Engineering and Surveying, Watson Wellness and Ziggy's Pub also sponsored the event. Gatorade and PROPEL gave out free drinks and food to the runners and the Lorain County Board of Health gave away free bike lights to the crowd. Other RunAmherst sponsors include Paul and Olivia Sliman from Sliman’s Jeep, Chris Russo from Brew Kettle, Hot Dog Heaven and Hastee Tastee also contributed to the event. All proceeds go toward RunAmherst.com, which organizes running events throughout the year to promote healthy, active lifestyles in the Amherst community. Coach Rob Glatz thanked photographer Joe Colon for snapping
1,600 photos for RunAmherst.com, the Amherst Police Department for keeping runners safe, and the following volunteers who made the event possible: coach Terry Kemp for event set-up and tear down; Nancy and David Strauser, Michelle Sturgeon, Lisa Schenk and coach Eric Watts for helping with the youth races; Michelle Kirsch and Rocco Pecora for calling split times; Laura Janosik, Melissa Hubbard and Check Grimmett for being course marshals; Mike and Angela Raesler, Amanda Skiddle, Paige Nolan, Paul Rink and Mary Jane Loushin for helping with registration; Cookie McLoda and Stacy Baumgartner for serving food and drink; and Bob, Lisa and Jordan Harcula for working the water station on the course. There were also several student helpers that played a key role in the success of the event. The following student athletes helped get the youth runners warmed up for their races: Landon Crosby, Gabe Del Valle, Nick Glahn, Danny Falencki, Rebeka Cassidy, Natalie Raesler, Ella Baker, Nate Hubbard, Aurora Wilson, Cael Walker, Marisa Del Valle and Kendra Stotts. The following student athletes helped to set up and tear down the event: Joseph Butchko, Gabe Del Valle, Dillon Jones, Kyle Zgonc, Cael Walker, Jacob Raesler, Sebastian Pecora and Ethan Barnes. Emma Kovach also helped to pass out items to runners.
Second Grade Girls
• First: Hailey Pfeiffer • Second: Taelyn Nida • Third: Hazel Meister Second Grade Boys • First: Luke Lamoreaux • Second: Alec Wenger • Third: Jacob Gatez
Third Grade Girls
• First: Madeline Merthe • Second: Hailey Hull • Third: Lila Woskobunik Third Grade Boys • First: Landon Becker • Second: Owen Cooksey • Third: Gregory Dineff
Fourth Grade Girls
• First: Isabella Hostuler • Second: Julia Fossie • Third: Falynn Evans Fourth Grade Boys • First: Landon Boone • Second: Chaise Milks • Third: Jameson Parsons
Fifth Grade Girls
• First: Hannah Drost • Second: Alexandra Sixbey • Third: Alanna Wilson Fifth Grade Boys • First: Matisse Williams • Second: Zane Rhoads • Third: Carter Boone
800 Meter Girls
• First: Paige Miller • Second: Nyah Jesko • Third: Beka Cassidy 800 Meter Boys • First: Asa Nicley • Second: Eli Nicley • Third: Farouq Adigun
ELECTION 2019
Two contend for Amherst Council's Fourth Ward seat Voters will choose from two candidates for one open seat to represent Amherst's Fourth Ward. It is a two-year term. Matt Nahorn is the incumbent and is finishing his first term. He will face David Kovacs. David Kovacs Age: 37 Party: Democratic Education: bachelor of arts, nonprofit administration, (magna cum laude) Cleveland State University Family: Wife, Lara Kovacs; expecting first child. Job history: real estate agent, former educator, nonprofit advocate and administrator, volunteer leader Matt Nahorn Age: 29 Party: Republican
strong future is personally important."
Education: bachelor of arts, Oberlin College Family: Unmarried Job history: Local historian and environmental issues consultant What makes you the best candidate? Kovacs: "If elected, I will listen to your concerns and issues that are important to you. And you will have an advocate, representative and communicator on City Council. Lara and I are invested in the safety and financial success of our community. Because of my family and small business, the future is on my mind every moment of every day. I have been a coach, general manager, advocate, business owner, educator, administrator and a leader of volunteers. And will serve the taxpayers. I am not a person who is scared to
David Kovacs
Matt Nahorn
tackle the real issues that real folks face every day." Nahorn: "I think the residents of Amherst’s Fourth Ward for entrusting me with your vote to represent you on City Council over the past two years. As a lifelong, dedicated Amherst resident, I have regularly walked the ward, distributing useful information to residents, always
including my contact information. I act as a conduit from local residents to their elected government, providing seamless and quick responses to citizens. When a resident has an issue or question, their representative must be easily accessible and a good listener. My longstanding goal of honoring our past, while preparing for a
What is the biggest challenge facing the city and how would you address it? Kovacs: "The biggest issue currently facing our ward is a lack of communication and follow through. I will address this by promising to visit each voters doorstep in both the spring and fall. In parts of our ward a major issue is keeping pedestrians safe. I had a mother tell me she voted for me because I want to keep her child safe from speeding cars. That is something I take very seriously. Finally, there are too many abandoned buildings. As a real estate agent, I know that is problematic. As a business owner, I know what attracts businesses."
Nahorn: "Amherst is a strong community with rich history. Our town boasts an important balance of residential, business, and park/conserved land uses. Council needs to maintain this crucial balance, while ensuring residents are properly served by their local government. It is imperative that Council continues to encourage small business growth; promotes our downtown; and maintains our infrastructure. This must be done while continuing a tax structure that is both responsible and entices small businesses to remain or start in Amherst. By continuing to lay this groundwork, Amherst will be able to remain in an ideal position for the responsible balance discussed." — Rini Jeffers
MARIJUANA ORDINANCE
FROM B1 There's a section of the Amherst ordinance book that says an offense only exists where there's a penalty. If that holds up to scrutiny, and if Issue 20 passes, Januzzi said he would opt not to rule on minor possession cases anymore. City Law Director Anthony Pecora said the charges could still be prosecuted, even if they wouldn’t result in a monetary penalty. Such cases would still create a record of drug offenses, which could be useful for prosecutors and law enforcement. He said the law department and police department would have to have a conversation about the value of prosecuting the offenses if Issue 20 passes. “We don’t want our officers wast-
ing taxpayers' time or dollars, but there may be some sort of value to pursuing the charges even if there's no financial consequence,” Pecora said. Amherst police could circumvent the whole issue by charging suspects under Ohio statute rather than local ordinance. It's unclear whether the voter-adopted ordinance would trump state law, said Januzzi. Amherst Police Chief Joseph Kucirek, who opposes Issue 20, said passing the issue would lead to more questions than answers. “I know that this is a trend across Ohio and we get that, but I think that there are a lot of unknown consequences from this,” he said. “We don’t know what all the con-
sequences down the road are going to be.” Kucirek said the 200-gram limit in the ordinance is high, allowing someone to carry nearly half a pound of marijuana. He said pot is generally worth $20 a gram. That means the ordinance could allow someone to have up a few thousand dollars of marijuana with no fine. He said the ordinance also doesn’t clarify what the penalty would be for juveniles. The ordinance also eliminates the penalty for giving up to 20 grams of the substance as a gift. Horn said the point of the Sensible Marihuana Ordinance is to all but legalize pot possession. "I think it's a victimless crime that never
needs to go to court at all," he said. John Pardee is a patients' rights advocate who gave support to Horn on the Issue 20 campaign. He said cannabis is not a threat to public safety. "It's non-toxic, non-fatal in any dose," he said. But while Ohio has legalized medical marijuana, he said the state still treats pot as "nuclear crack." And he fears there are still times patients could run afoul of law enforcement. "There's a lot at stake," said Pardee. "If someone in Amherst is pulled over and found to be in possession, they could lose custody rights or their jobs." A big sticking point in the conversation is why anyone would
need to be carrying 200 grams of marijuana. The average rate — both on the street and at dispensaries in Ohio — is reportedly $12 to $15 per gram, which means Issue 20 would allow you to carry about $3,000 worth in Amherst. That aside, 200 grams is just flat out a lot of weed. It's enough for about 400 joints. Pardee argued that it's not a lot for someone battling cancer or Parkinson's disease and using marijuana to render Rick Simpson oil. Named for a Canadian pot advocate, it contains highly-concentrated THC, the chemical that produces a high. Horn said it takes 28 grams of raw marijuana to get five grams of Rick Simpson oil.
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Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a holiday celebrated throughout Latin America. While it is called the Day of the Dead, the holiday actually lasts three days, October 31st, November 1st and 2nd. Even though this holiday is about death, it is not sad. The festival is full of life, happiness, color, food, family and fun. Its purpose is to
“welcome” the souls of the dead, who are thought to return briefly during these days to visit with their living loved ones.
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On Halloween night, my sister and I, along with ________ , FRIEND’S NAME
went trick-or-treating in our neighborhood. We knocked on __________ but no one PLURAL NOUN
answered. A _____________
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Skulls (calaveras) made of sugar (azúcar) are a popular holiday treat. While some may think skulls are scary, the Día de los Muertos skulls are bright and colorful! The idea is to laugh in the face of death. Find the two sugar skulls that are the same.
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Halloween
Families celebrate by creating altars with ofrendas, or offerings to the dead. An ofrenda is a gathering of things that a deceased loved one enjoyed in life: favorite food and drink, clothing, photographs and other objects.
Look at each altar on this page. List five things you can learn about each person from the ofrenda honoring him or her.
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Ask a friend to come up with nouns (person, place or thing), verbs (action words like swim and walk) and adjectives (describing words, such as hairy or silly). Use them to fill in the blanks in this story. Read it aloud to share some big laughs!
sister began to __________.
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welcome here!” the shadowy __________ said. “Go away!” NOUN
“Hey! We live here!” said my sister. She pointed at our __________ ___________. ADJECTIVE
How many silly things can you spot in this picture?
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figure. “I am so sorry! I must be lost!”
How many skulls can you find on this page? We helped him find his way
home to his _____________ ADJECTIVE
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he gave us a basket filled with
How many words can you make using the letters in:
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Look through the newspaper or your newspaper’s website for pictures and words that would make people think about your town. Using the things you find, create a poster about your town.
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Standards Links: Spelling: Spell grade-level appropriate words correctly.
Using only odd-numbered tombstones and moving vertically or horizontally (no diagonal moves!), reach the finish line.
Standards Links: Reading Comprehension: Follow simple written directions.
CALAVERAS OFFERINGS OFRENDAS WELCOME HOLIDAY MUERTOS ALTARS SKULLS FAMILY LAUGH SUGAR FACE DEAD DAY SAD
Find the words in the puzzle. How many of them can you find on this page?
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Complete the grid by using all the letters in the word FAMILY in each vertical and horizontal row. Each letter should only be used once in each row. Some spaces have been filled in for you.
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Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recongized identical words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns.
Halloween Humor
Opposite Fish
Find ten pairs of opposites—words that mean the opposite of each other. For example, the words “close” and “open.” Glue each word onto a 3 x 5 card that you’ll use to play the card game “Opposite Fish.” ANSWER: They can feel it in their bones.
Standards Links: Word Analysis: Understand and use antonyms.
Standards Links: Visual Arts: Know how symbols are used to communicate meaning.
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Share with a friend your favorite Halloween jokes and riddles.
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OBERLIN NEWS-TRIBUNE THURSDAY, OCT. 31, 2019 • SERVING OBERLIN SINCE 1930
PROPOSED ‘OBERLIN CROSSING’ Sanctuary status drives changes at Opponents speak against rezoning Oberlin schools for 28-acre shopping development JASON HAWK EDITOR
JASON HAWK EDITOR
The number of students who need help learning English and the way the Oberlin Schools help them have changed drastically in the past year. The reason? "We're a sanctuary city. We don't ask for documentation," Director of Curriculum William Baylis said Tuesday in a report to the Board of Education. Oberlin has long considered itself to be a city where undocumented immigrants can find sanctuary. City Council passed a resolution in 2009, saying that local police would not be require to enforce federal immigration laws. It was the first city in Lorain County to do so. Council doubled down on its moral stance in 2017 as President Donald Trump signed executive orders targeting refugees and restricting travel to nations populated mostly by Muslims. "The city of Oberlin reaffirms its commitment to welcome persons and families of all backgrounds and nationalities, including those who have entered the SANCTUARY PAGE C2
City Council candidates talk climate cash STAFF REPORT
Climate change has emerged as a key issue in this fall's Oberlin City Council race. Candidates elected to the seven Council seats will be tasked with carrying out Oberlin's Climate Action Plan. Part of that charge is using the $2.8 million Sustainable Reserve Fund to finance projects that tackle energy, transportation, food insecurity, and conservation. John Elder, Vice President of Communities for Safe and Sustainable Energy, asked candidates to offer their views on the Sustainable Reserve Fund and the Renewable Energy Credits that feed it. Copies of the survey are available at www.facebook.com/ oberlinCSSE and at the Oberlin Public Library, the Oberlin College libraries, and the Kendal at Oberlin Library. Heather Adelman: "I believe the priority should be on projects that have the largest impact on carbon reduction and benefit the greatest number of people. In particular, I want to focus on projects that help low- and moderate-income individuals and families, particularly those that reduce electricity and heating bills, and make homes more comfortable. I am interested in new and expanded residential and commercial insulation and weatherization programs, grants for fuel switching for heating and cooling (i.e. heat pumps), improved municipal infrastructure to reduce municipal electric and gas use, and an expanded Energy Advocate program." Scott Broadwell: "The timeline I favor started about a CANDIDATES PAGE C3
Plans for a 28-acre shopping, medical and restaurant development on the city's south side were met last Monday with opposition by those who live nearby. Carnegie Management & Development Corporation of Westlake wants to spend between $10 million and $15 million to build "Oberlin Crossing" on the northeast corner of routes 20 and 58. It would include about 120,000 square feet of commercial space. The largest building on the property, according to a preliminary site plan provided to the city, would feature anchors of 30,000 and 22,000 square feet, connected by three smaller storefronts. A second building would feature two tenants with a combined 18,500 square feet. There is another space marked for an urgent care medical building of 10,500 square feet, and another for a fast food restaurant with a drive-through. Carnegie Management and the Oberlin Planning Commission are seeking to rezone the property for C-3 high-traffic highway commercial use. "Originally, people had hoped this would be developed as office district," Planning Commission Chair Matt Adelman told City Council members during a public hearing. But he doesn't see offices being built anytime soon, and backed Carnegie's rezoning request. Richard Pichola, Senior Project Manager, said his company intends to retain ownership of Oberlin Crossing and manage it for years
This preliminary site plan presented to Oberlin City Council shows a large building of about 80,000 square feet and several smaller ones for retail, a medical facility and restaurant. to come. Carnegie Management has been working with prospective tenants. One would sell home improvement products, including building materials, landscaping supplies, and lawnmowers. Some local residents said they believe another tenant would be an Aldi grocery store. Once fully developed, the shopping area could bring as many as 350 full-time jobs to Oberlin, Pichola said. His pitch was met with reservations. "I really see some danger signs," said resident Ben Wisner, who has a background in land use planning
and urged Council to vote against rezoning. He said Oberlin Crossing goes against the spirit of Oberlin's Climate Action Plan, and there are other empty storefronts already available in town that smaller retailers could fill. Resident Aliza Weidenbaum also asked council to reject the Carnegie project. "I know that some of you see this as taxes, a lot of taxes, and a lot of revenue for the city. I know that some of you see this as jobs. I know that some of us see it as a shorter drive to Aldi. I also know you care seriously about the climate crisis," she said.
But Oberlin has allowed suburban sprawl in the last 30 years that has helped climate change "become a runaway force," she said. Pittsfield Township resident Matt Keddell owns a small farm near the property in question. He said he doesn't want the increased trash and noise that would come with development. His neighbor, Donna Waltz, also voiced worries about the impact of increased traffic. She said Council should not set a precedent for commercial projects that would destroy natural habitats. Councilwoman Linda CROSSING PAGE C2
This elevation drawing of the largest proposed building at Oberlin Crossing includes retail spaces of 30,000, 10,000 and 22,000 square feet.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT AT WALMART LAINA YOST THE CHRONICLE-TELEGRAM
What started as a suspected overdose in a Walmart parking lot led to seven people hospitalized, mostly emergency personnel. Tuesday morning, Oberlin police responded to the suspected overdose, and one officer and the suspect were exposed to suspected fentanyl, and both became unresponsive. Both those people were transported to Mercy Allen, where five other people were also exposed. They were nurses, emergency personnel, EMS or first responders. Immediately, parts of the roads were blocked off in Oberlin, and entrances to the hospital were shut down. Emergency vehicles from all across the county appeared on scene, lining the road and pulling into the parking lot behind the hospital. Men pulled on yellow suits with blue boots and gloves, ready to respond in Bruce Bishop | Chronicle hazmat gear. Around 2 p.m., a woman with blonde Hazmat team members are briefed during an incident related to a fentanyl exposure in Oberlin on Tuesday.
hair was wheeled out of the hospital and into an ambulance, covered from the neck down. She was awake and alert. Not too much later, a second woman was wheeled out into a different ambulance, this time covered from the head down. Emergency personnel that wheeled out the patients wore blue caps, gloves, aprons and shoe coverings, as well as masks over their faces. At least four squads carried patients to Mercy Health Lorain Hospital, The Chronicle later confirmed, and others were treated at different, unknown locations. All seven people exposed were reported in stable condition at the various hospital later Tuesday. A sober living house next door to Walmart put out crosses for overdose victims, as the scene was clearing up. The kind of exposure to fentanyl, which is not the confirmed opiate, but is the suspected one, can vary. Fentanyl can be exposed through inhalation, ingestion, needlestick or touch. Outside the ambulance entrance at
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Environmental firm gets more money to study reservoir options JASON HAWK EDITOR
Soil samples are needed to prove the Morgan Street reservoirs are two distinct bodies of water, according to Oberlin officials. If they're separate, and not just one big dam as the Ohio Department of Natural Resources sees them, it could change how the city chooses to develop or protect the property. City Council agreed last Monday to pay an additional $12,500 to Akronbased Environmental Design Group to take borings from the embankment between the reservoirs. The ODNR knows the long strip of earth is there but doesn't consider it solid enough to be a real wall creating two reservoirs. Water flows back and forth through the soil, and through animal burrows, the state believes. Environmental Design Group will also take samples from the south side of the lower reservoir to study erosion, said Oberlin Public Works Director Jeff Baumann. Here's how it breaks down: The
state can regulate dams that contain more than 50 acre feet of water, or that are more than 10 feet high. An acre-foot is about 326,000 gallons. Envision it as enough to cover a football field a foot deep. The Morgan Street reservoirs are just over the amount that puts them under the state's control. Baumann said it was original thought the water level or the embankments could be lowered just enough to move them out of the ODNR's purview. That was before surveying work was completed. "Now we know that actually the dams can hold somewhere upwards of 100 acre-feet of water. So we can't just lower one of the embankments to meet the requirements," Baumann said. But if Oberlin can prove each reservoir is a separate entity, it would divide the water-acreage in half — and neither would be subject to state oversight. That line of thinking won over Council, which fast-tracked the additional Environmental Design Group money. The firm was already paid $71,200
Heat pump rebates
Efficiency Smart has introduced a new $100 rebate on qualifying air source heat pumps and a $750 rebate on qualifying cold climate air source heat pumps for Oberlin Municipal Light and Power and village of Wellington utilities customers. Heat pumps work by drawing heat from the environment and moving it indoors to heat homes or outdoors to cool it. Heat pumps help maintain a constant temperature, which can make your home comfortable year-round. Efficient air source heat pumps can reduce electric use for heating by 50 percent compared to electric resistance heating. Heat pumps can also reduce cooling costs, as they use less energy than typical room air conditioners. Customers can learn more about the new rebates by visiting www.efficiencysmart.org, choosing your community, and selecting “Product Rebates” or by calling 877-889-3777.
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FROM C1 Slocum did not oppose the project. "I'm hoping in this that the businesses that will go there will complement what's in our downtown area. I think there's a lot of concern, as you might understand, that it will impact our businesses downtown. And I think there's space for both if it's done smartly and with respect," she said. "They can complement each other." In a regular Council session later that night, Slocum said rezoning would not take away a park or land tabbed for conservation — and that Oberlin has to consider its tax base, "which is really struggling." Council President Bryan Burgess offered a word of caution. He said the city has been burned by other developers in the past, that "the experience has been that not all have been sincere with their intentions." If Carnegie backs out, it would leave the parcel open to C-3 development without public hearings, he said. Council voted unanimously to have Law Director Jon Clark prepare rezoning legislation. It will be considered at an upcoming meeting. "It sounds promising. Show me," he told Pichola. "I want to believe you. I really want you to come to the community and I want you to do well."
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for services linked to the reservoirs. It was tasked with preparing options for how the Morgan Street property could be transformed over the next couple of years. EDG gathered feedback from about 40 residents who attended a forum in August. Opinions were diverse — some said the reservoirs should be drained, while others said they should be left for recreation. A nature center, outdoor theater, restrooms, hiking trails, and an observation tower were all suggested. Something has to be done on Morgan Street. State inspectors bore down last year, telling the city to remove overgrown trees and shrubs, fix eroded banks, stop water from seeping into Plum Creek, fix footpaths, and repair damage done by animals. Council tapped EDG to look into options. The firm's report was expected in October and has been pushed back to at least November. When they were built in the 1880s, the reservoirs provided Oberlin's drinking water. That hasn't been the case for a very long time, though — about 60 years, when the city's new water treatment facility was built.
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Mercy Allen in Oberlin, the county hazmat tean operated a decontamination shower. From 1 p.m. to about 4:30 p.m., Oberlin College students walking to and from classes and homes stopped to take pictures of the scene at Mercy Allen, where emergency vehicles were parked. It’s still not clear how hospital employees were ultimately exposed to the substance when it came into their emergency room doors. In the midst of the process, the hospital used its supply of Narcan, antidote to opiates, and the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office sent all its supply over, said Capt. Heath Tester. LCSO had its supply replenished by the health department. It is also not clear how the police officer was exposed to the substance at Walmart. Oberlin Police Chief Ryan Warfield said everything is still an ongoing investigation, and would not say whether there would be charges pressed against the suspect. A silver Dodge truck was at the Walmart scene behind the yellow caution tape, and was searched by the hazmat team, and is likely the suspect’s vehicle. Warfield said that this is part of the occupational hazards nurses, police officers, EMTs and others can face when handling and dealing with fentanyl. “That’s real,” he said. “That’s exactly what they have to deal with now. You worry that you may get an addict and transport him to the hospital or to the jail and you can be contaminated.” Although it is suspected that fentanyl was the substance everyone was exposed to, it is still being processed by the Crime Lab.
Donations needed
Oberlin Community Services is looking for help providing baby diapers (sizes four and up), prepared foods and cranberry sauce to people in need during the month of November. Donations can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-5 p.m. Monday through Friday at OCS, 285 South Professor St. For more information, call 440-774-6579.
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FROM C1 United States as refugees fleeing war and terror in other countries," the newest section of the resolution said. Baylis said the results have been "wonderful" for the Oberlin public schools. The city's sanctuary status means more
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students from diverse backgrounds are included in the education process, he said. Where the schools used to typically have five or six students each year who did not speak English as a primary language, this fall that number is 23. The district has moved from needing one paraprofessional to help those students to employing a full-time teacher and several paraprofessionals, Baylis said. Some of the students are the children of professors and their native languages are Mandarin or Arabic, he said. Others are native Spanish speakers. Superintendent David Hall said there are firms available to provide translation services, so there's no need to have a teacher fluent in every language spoken by a student. Oberlin High School Assistant Principal Celina Bigio is bilingual and has also helped translate, he said.
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LETTERS Six get CSSE nod To the editor: Of the dozen fine Oberlinians running for City Council, I urge a vote for those who have been clear about their support for preserving the entire $2.8 million Renewable Energy Credits money for its intended purpose – the Sustainable Reserve Fund – where it can now be used to fulfill the goals of the city’s Climate Action Plan and provide significant long-term benefit to our lowand moderate-income residents. I am very glad that all 12 candidates have positive views about the use of the REC dollars, as reported in the questionnaire responses on the Communities for Safe and Sustainable Energy Facebook page (OberlinCSSE). However, I want to highlight the six who voted or say they would have voted to put those all those dollars into helping us work together as a community to cope with climate change through energy efficiency: Heather Adelman, Peter Comings, Elizabeth Meadows, Mary Price, Linda Slocum and Steven Thompson. John D. Elder
Vote no on JVS Issue 14 To the editor: On the November ballot, the JVS board and administration are asking voters to approve a 10-year, $43.4 million permanent improvement tax levy. It was reported in the Oct. 24 issue of the Lorain County Community Guide that Superintendent Glenn Faircloth says one reason for this exorbitant request for PI money is the need for a new roof in the “near future.” I would like to ask Superintendent Faircloth “What is your definition of ‘near future’?" Earlier this year at the request of the JVS board, MKC Architects prepared a detailed report the purpose of which in their words was “...to assist LCJVS with cost information for a variety of future maintenance and facility upgrades so that the JVS can continue its delivery of quality education to its students.” According to their report, “As of our walk-through on 3/27/19 we observed that the roof is in excellent condition....” The most recent roof work done in late 2014 is currently under a 15-year warranty. MKC further reports that “We have learned that at the end of the warranty period the roof can be re-inspected and recoated for an additional five-year period, or possibly longer....” That to me is in direct contradiction to Mr. Faircloth’s claim of the need for a new roof in the ‘near future.” If he chooses to mislead and stretch the truth on this one point, why should we trust him on other claims he makes? Join me in voting no on JVS Issue 14. Ethlyn Kennedy
Slocum's commitment clear To the editor: This year the City Council of Oberlin will deal with numerous issues that will need clear thinking, commitment to listening to different points of view and willingness to take firm action. These are all qualities that Linda Slocum has demonstrated consistently in her four years on the Council. She is an acknowledged leader in the community and currently serves as the Council vice president. She has proven to be an active listener both on the Council and as a citizen and community member. Her commitment to the policies and resolutions of the Council was exemplified by her strong opposition to the NEXUS pipeline which as one who lives within 500 feet of the pipeline was most appreciated. She also advocated for the Sustainable Reserve Fund to provide Oberlin residents, nonprofits and agencies with viable ways to help create a cleaner and more energy efficient environment for all. Linda Slocum is a person whose principles can be clearly seen in her actions in her personal life and as a councilor. She seeks collaboration and consensus on issues that concern all citizens and values the voices that often go unheard. Having known Linda for six years and seen her lead in various ways in the community and on the Council, I strongly support her candidacy for Council and urge others to vote for her on Nov. 5. Marcia Peterson
Wetland problem ignored To the editor: I'm not suggesting how you vote! That is your choice! I can only tell you that Ron Rimbert and Sharon Soucy suggested to the then-city manager Eric Norenberg, and electric director Steve Dupee, that a tile be placed at wetland A to run water from west to east. They didn't follow through on that, and nothing was done. Ask Ronnie why! Scott Broadwell (then president of council) had opportunities to do something about wetland A, but he chose to go along with Norenberg and Dupee! Ask him why. Elizabeth Meadows, Kelley Singleton, Linda Slocum, Kristin Peterson and Heather Adelman all had opportunities to get involved, but chose not to! Ask them why. The new city manager Rob Hillard and the new electric director Doug McMillan got involved. They had a new survey done that showed there was a problem, but decided not to do anything about it! Ask them why! I've brought all these issues to Council with no results. Ask me why! Of course I'm not happy! In my opinion, the city of Oberlin, all its representatives, refuse to recognize the problem at wetland A. Why? My city has not served me well! The city manager, the public works director, Council, the electric director, the city engineer and all others deny everything Why? John Whitman
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TDA pushes for a field house decision JASON HAWK EDITOR
Architects are getting down to the nitty-gritty of designing Oberlin's new elementary school over the next couple of months. What kind of recreation space will be provided to kids is a key decision, and a potentially expensive one, Abbey Ranieri of ThenDesign Architecture told the Board of Education last week. There are two options for providing indoor recess to kids in preschool through fifth grade — one is to double the floor space of the new school's gym, and the other is to build a field house. "That's the critical one we need a decision on," Ranieri said, pressing the board to choose a path by its Nov. 5 special meeting, which will be held at 6 p.m. at Oberlin High School. State funding will pay for a regulation gym but not an expanded floor plan or field house. At the very least, parents need to know when young students will be going outside to play, said school board president Anne Schaum. Before the new school opens, there needs to be a policy in place so parents know when to sends hats, gloves, and scarves with their kids, she said. Bad weather keeps Oberlin students from playing outside about 18 days per year on average, according to Schaum. Some special features the board has asked to be included in the new school — such as canopies and flooring upgrades — are being added to bid specifications as add-ons, said Ranieri. "We can bake those options into the plans and get them almost priced a la cart, is a way to think about it," she said. District Superintendent David Hall said he expects to produce a list of other add-ons, ones that won't be covered by state financing, at the next board meeting. "We're still on pace as expected with everything in our schedule," he said.
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So close and yet so far Phoenix fighting to close finishes this season ERIK ANDREWS CORRESPONDENT
Coach Mike Akers' team has been on the doorstep of victory each of the last three weeks, but have come up empty in the win column each time. The Phoenix couldn't quite muster the final push to overcome an initial 14-point deficit as they fell Friday in another close contest, 20-14, to neighboring Firelands. "The boys are playing hard, and the team is right on the threshold," said Akers. "A break here or there and it looks a whole lot better in the win-loss column. But I'm really proud of this team — despite the close losses, they continue to battle." The Falcons picked up two quick scores on the Jacob Farley-to-Caden Bomback connection to jump ahead in the first quarter. From there, the Oberlin defense largely held the Falcons in check. Meanwhile, the Phoenix offense outgained Firelands on the night, but couldn't quite finish on several occasions. Oberlin's two touchdowns came courtesy of Aaron Hopkins as he found the end zone from two and six yards out. However, It was Oberlin's third fumble of the evening that derailed its final drive in the fourth quarter and sealed the Falcons win. Oberlin (1-8, 0-6 LCL) travels to LaGrange to face off against conference leader Keystone in the final week of the season.
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▲ Running back Jaydon Harris gets to the corner and picks up a Phoenix first down during second quarter action. ▼ Quarterback Azare Hairston unleashes a long bomb down the sideline to Aaron Hopkins for another Phoenix first down.
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FROM C1 year ago. It should not have taken 18 months to update an already solid document. There should have been Sustainable Reserve Fund money, $2.8 million, being dispersed into the community at this time last year. Guidelines have finally been established, and the money will be making its way to worthy projects. It’s up to City Council to see that this money goes to programs that benefit all members of the community and is not spent on pet projects put forward by a select few." Peter Comings: "I would reject the notion that the Sustainable Reserve Fund needs to be used on a specific timeline, fast or slow. The projects with the best fit will determine their own timelines for spending the funds they are granted. It is required by city ordinance that the projects approved address at least one of nine different goals including renewable energy generation (or) administration; energy efficiency and conservation; waste management; education and outreach; high performance buildings; land use, local food and agriculture; water use; resilience to climate change; transportation. Within those programmed requirements, I believe the best way to use the available money is for any project which also explicitly states how its use of Sustainable Reserve Funds will benefit Oberlin socially." Ray English: "The Sustainable Reserve Fund will be used to support the city’s revised Climate Action Plan, which was approved by City Council in July. The plan has over 100 strategies in nine focus areas. I support all of the focus areas and virtually all of the strategies. For me, the highest priority areas are renewable energy generation, energy efficiency and conservation, and transportation. I have a particular commitment to energy efficiency. If the city generously funds Oberlin’s (Providing Oberlin With Energy Responsibly) organization through the fund, then many ratepayers can see real savings on their utility bills and that will be especially beneficial to lower-income
residents. I would also like to see the SRF support a residential solar program that is income sensitive, allowing lower-income homeowners to benefit through larger incentives or subsidies than would be given to those who are at higher income levels." Elizabeth Meadows: "The REC dollars now available in (the) Sustainable Reserve Fund can best be utilized by funding grants to projects that will help us reach environmentally sustainable goals. The projects under consideration should be fuel switching (gas to electric), replacing fossil fuel heating equipment with high efficiency electric heating equipment, etc. However, many citizens have been convinced that they are entitled to a 'rebate' to their electric bill, so a compromise must be sought that takes into consideration their expectation. This challenge must be resolved by Council and implemented in early 2020 (by March 2020). I believe we can do both." Bill Miller: "Oberlin could be the first small community to use a fuel cell electric bus. Put Oberlin back in the spotlight for the right reasons. At about $1 million, we could have a zero emissions hydrogen vehicle supplement the transportation needs of the entire community (an often debated topic). A loop from Walmart to LCCC could transport students to school and workers to jobs (historically the biggest users of public transportation). I guess it depends on just how serious we are on getting to zero emissions." Kristin Peterson: "The best ways the city can use the REC dollars will be determined by the staff and guidelines in place. Voters voted to create the Sustainable Reserve Fund, Council voted to set the plan in place and then approve guidelines for its implementation. Council also voted to approve the hiring of a sustainability coordinator. Using the available dollars to provide the biggest impact to sustain the entire community most efficiently is the goal." Mary Price: "Time is of the essence to use the Sustainable Reserve Fund to slow the destruction of
climate change. Oberlin is home to some of the world’s leading experts in environmental science. The city should collaborate with and (incentivize) our brightest minds to create actionable plans that provide the greatest impact for our community becoming carbon neutral, and climate healing. We have residents who can crunch the numbers to provide insight into the benefits of solar panel fields and wind turbines versus home weatherization and smart thermostats. We should prioritize spending the SRF in ways that regenerate the fund. The city could host a friendly competition and offer prize money to the winning proposal." Ronnie Rimbert: "Council has established all the tools for the administration to use the funds to make the biggest improvement of the environment. If the administration needs approval for any expenses over $50,000, the matter will come before council. If the administration needs help on any refinements/improvements to the SRF guidelines, they will also bring it to City Council for further consideration/action. I would like to see it coordinate with the building of the new schools, including a solar array, on their timeline. This will benefit the whole community." Kelley Singleton: "Now that City Council has passed the guidelines for applications to receive funds from the Sustainable Reserve Fund, I feel it is important to get projects/programs running as soon as possible. I am very interested to see an application for a five-year POWER program. Appropriately handled, and with a larger budget, I feel this program can finally accomplish its goals. I would like to see the city be able to offset the costs of home weatherization projects deemed necessary from completed energy audits. Provided on a sliding scale based on income, this program could help our neediest of citizen's both socio-economically as well as in an environmentally sustainable way that matches of Climate Action Plan's achievable goals.
City-owned clean energy production: Currently, with the clean energy contracts we have in place, we are often selling electricity back to the grid at a loss. In the future, our landfill gas contracts will expire. I want to replace those contracts with city-generated, truly green production through solar." Linda Slocum: "The recently created Sustainable Reserve Fund will allow broader flexibility than was previously possible in the program set up through OMLPS. A primary goal is to enable homeowners to improve their property in ways to more efficiently use energy, thereby reducing on-going utility costs while increasing living comfort. This might include such work as insulation, roof repairs, heating system replacements. Everyone would be eligible, but those with fewer resources will receive the most benefits through the fund, as social equity is an objective. A way to incentivize landlords to make similar improvements must also be explored. Listening to residents and business owners for their ideas is important. I’ve heard some good ideas. Let’s explore investing in solar gardens! Using
some of the SRF money for sustainable choices in the construction of our new school complex will save all taxpayers money. The same is true for making energyefficient improvements to the Oberlin Public Library. Providing energy-efficient public transportation addresses social equity related to age, health, and economic level. I support the city starting the proposed weekday pilot project for on-demand service." Steven Thompson: "I feel the best way to use the dollars from the Sustainable Reserve Fund is to earmark a healthy portion that should be slated for Oberlin POWER for immediate use. Now that the guidelines have been approved by council, a summary of what is now available (once determined in dollar amount) and who qualifies should be shared
with those who would benefit most. POWER is an entity that could effectively disseminate these funds and ensure households could participate in the Climate Action Plan by becoming more efficient. As stated in the sustainability report, an estimated 40 percent of the housing stock throughout the community still requires efficiency upgrades. The most important thing regarding the funds, I feel, is ensuring the community sees the funds are actually being used and show tangible results. People want to see progress and want to see the funds are actually being put to good use. The timeline is now! We need to show the members of this community that have homes that need these improvements they are a priority, many of these homes being in the southeast quadrant."
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LEGALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING In accordance with ORC 723.04, the legislative authority has received a petition signed by onehundred percent (100%) of the property owners to change the name of Sunset Avenue, located in the Harbor Walk Development, to Shipyard Way in the City of Lorain, Ohio. Per ORC 723.04, a public hearing shall be held on Monday, November 11, 2019 @ 6 p.m. in the Lorain City Hall Council Chamber, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, to consider said petition. Copies of all documentation related to these proposals will be on view for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of Council, 200 West Erie Avenue, Lorain, Ohio. Please contact Nancy_Greer@cityoflorain. org for additional information. NANCY GREER, CMC L.C.C.G. 10/31/19 20651839 PUBLICATION OF LEGISLATION The following is a sum-
mary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on October 21, 2019. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Nancy Greer @ 204-2050 (Nancy_ Greer@cityoflorain.org). The following summary has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws. Reso. #43-19 Commemorating the celebration of the 24th Anniversary of the 1995 Million Man March and Holy Day of Atonement event held 10/19/19. 44-19 Expressing support for Issue 13, the Lorain City School District’s renewal levy, on the 11/5/19 General Election Ballot. Ord. #129-19 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contracts for the purchase of supplies for use by the Utilities Dept. 13019 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contracts for the purchase of chemicals in the Utilities Dept. 131-19 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an LPA agrmt. w/ ODOT for the restriping of Washington Ave. to include bike lanes (LHS to W. Erie). 132-19 Assessing the cost to abate nuisance by removing litter, junk, deposit of garbage for the 2019 calendar
year. 133-19 Amending Chapter 1548.03-Portable Storage Units. 13419 Auth the S/S Director to enter into contract for purchase of supplies & materials for the Department of Public Property. 135-19 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an agrmt w/ Lorain County Metro Parks for a permanent easement to extend the existing bike trail on the Eastside. 136-19 Auth the S/S Director to purchase gasoline, fuel and other petroleum products through State Purchasing commencing 1/1/2020. 137-19 Auth the Chief of Police, through the Mayor, to accept the grant award for the 2018 Project Safe Sub-Grant from the U.S. Dept. of Justice. 138-19 Auth the S/S Director to enter into a contract w/ Gardiner Service Company for HVAC service agrmt. 139-19 Auth the S/S Director to enter into & execute a cooperative agreement between the City of Lorain and the Lorain County Metro Parks for the management, operation & maintenance of Century Park. 140-19 Auth the S/S Director to enter into an amendment w/ Coldwater Consulting for professional services related to Martin’s Run Ecological Restoration Project Phase II. 141-19 Auth the S/S Director to an LPA agrmt w/ ODOT for the Lorain Bicycle
Pedestrian Connectivity Project (W. 21st St from Rt. 58 to Oberlin Ave & E. 31st St from Vine to City Limits) 142-19 Amending Section 1201.02, Disabled & Recreational Vehicles in the Lorain Codified Ordinances. L.C.C.G. 10/31; 11/7/19 20652076 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To Juan M. Melendez, whose last known address is 4009 Clinton Avenue, Lorain, Ohio, 44055, and Albert Ortiz, Jr., whose last known address is unknown, you are hereby notified that you have been named Defendants in a legal action entitled Zachary B. Simonoff as Administrator de bonis non WWA Estate of George H. Schneider, vs. Juan M. Melendez, et al. This action has been assigned Case No. 19CV198966 and is pending in the Lorain County Court of Common Pleas, 225 Court St., Elyria, Ohio, 44035. The Complaint concerns the real estate known as: 422 Mussey Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035 The object of this Complaint is for the Land Contract signed by Juan M. Melendez and Albert Ortiz, Jr. be declared abandoned and the Estate of George H.
Schneider to obtain quiet title of the property. You are required to answer the Complaint within 28 days after the last publication of this notice which will be published each week for 6 successive weeks. The last publication will be made on November 14, 2019, and the 28 days for answer will commence on that date. L.C.C.G. 10/10-17-2431; 11/7-14/19 20650582 NOTICE OF ELECTION ON BOND ISSUE AND TAX LEVY R.C. 3501.11 (G), 3318.06 Notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a Resolution of the Board of Education of the Wellington Exempted Village School District of Wellington, Ohio passed on the 23 day of July, 2019, there will be submitted to a vote of the people at the General Election to be held at the regular places of voting on Tuesday, the 5 day of November, 2019, the following questions as a single proposal: (1) the question of issuing bonds in the principal amount of Eight million seven hundred thousand dollars ($8,700,000.00) for the purpose of constructing, renovating and improving school facili-
ties, including safety and security improvements furnishing and equipping the same; improving the sites thereof; and acquiring land and interests in land as provided by law. The maximum number of years during which such bonds are to run is 37 years. The estimated additional average annual property tax levy amounts to $0.199 for each one hundred dollars of tax valuation, which is 1.99 mills for each one
dollar of tax valuation, in excess of the ten mill limitation, as certified by the County Auditor. (2) the question of an additional levy of taxes for the benefit of the Wellington Exempted Village School District for the purpose of general permanent improvements at a rate not exceeding one mill for each one dollar of a tax valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for
a continuous period of time. The polls for the election will open at 6:30 a.m. and remain open until 7:30 p.m. on election day. By order of the Board of Elections, of Lorain County, Ohio Marilyn Jacobcik, Chair Paul R. Adams, Director Dated 08/15/2019
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Current Vacancies CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION-TWO VACANCIES Staggered Terms,Full-term is Three Years|Five-Member Commission Meets the first Wednesday, every other month at 5:30 p.m. Responsibilities: Conduct practical and impartial examinations, provide a list of eligible employees, arrange for promotions for Classified Service positions and hear appeals on disciplinary matters involving Oberlin municipal employees. *FIRE CODE APPEAL BOARD-ONE VACANCY Annual Term | Three-Member Board Meets on an as-needed basis Responsibilities: Hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Fire Chief or any Municipal Fire Safety Inspector relative to the application and interpretation of the Fire Prevention Code. *FIREFIGHTER’S DEPENDENTS FUND BOARD-TWO VACANCIES One-year Term | Five-Member Board Meets on an as-needed basis Responsibilities: Make all necessary rules and regulations for the handling and processing of submitted claims and perform necessary duties to carry out the provisions of the chapter and the provisions of Ohio Revised Code Chapter 146. *HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONTWO VACANCIES Staggered Terms,Full-term is Three Years |Five-Member Commission Meets the third Tuesday of every other month at 4 p.m. Responsibilities: Protect and promote the historic character of the City and oversee the appearance of construction and renovation projects,as well as make recommendations to City Council regarding the designation of landmarks and historic districts. HOUSING RENEWAL COMMISSION-TWO VACANCIES Staggered Terms,Full-term is Three Years |Five-Member Commission Meets on an as-needed basis Responsibilities: Hear and decide appeals resulting from any decision made by a City administrative office in enforcing housing ordinances. The Commission may also authorize variances, provided they do not conflict with the public interest. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION – THREE VACANCIES Staggered Terms, Full-term is Three Years|Five-Member Commission Meets the first Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m.
Responsibilities: Work toward a wholesome attitude of mutual respect and understanding among all people and organizations within the City. The Commission may enter into any alleged disputes, disagreements,misunderstandings or acts which involve the unlawful or unfair infringement upon basic human rights or freedoms guaranteed by law and investigate them, present reports, facts, findings and recommendations to Council, and serve in an advisory and consultative capacity to the City and to the City administration. INCOME TAX BOARD OF REVIEW-THREE VACANCIES Two-year Term | Three-Member Board Meets on an as-needed basis Responsibilities: Hear appeals made by any person dissatisfied with the rulings or decisions of the Income Tax Administrator. * OBERLIN COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION (OCIC) - THREE PUBLIC VACANCIES, THREE PRIVATE VACANCY Staggered Terms, Public Sector Members is Two Years | StaggeredTerms, Private Sector Members is Three Years| 11-Member Board Meets the second Wednesday of every month at 8a.m. Responsibilities: Advance, encourage and promote industrial, economic, commercial and civic development within the City of Oberlin. OPEN SPACE & VISUAL ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION-TWO VACANCIES Staggered Terms, Full-term is Three Years|Five-Member Commission Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. Responsibilities: Serve as an advisory body to City Council and cooperate with all other City, county and state agencies which are active in the area of open space development and preservation. PLANNING COMMISSION - TWO VACANCIES Staggered Term, Full-term is Three Years |Five-Member Commission Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 4:30p.m. Responsibilities: Hold public hearings pertaining to the plan, design, location, removal, relocation, widening, extension and vacation of streets, parkways, playgrounds and other public places and approve plats for subdivision of land and the zoning of the City for any lawful purpose. PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION – TWO VACANCIES Staggered Term, Full-term is Three Years |Five-Member Commission Meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m.
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Responsibilities: Serve as an advisory body to the City Council on any and all questions concerning the maintenance, operation and improvement of the public utilities serving the City, both privately and municipally owned. RECREATION COMMISSION - TWO VACANCIES Staggered Term, Full-term is Three Years |Five-Member Commission Meets the third Tuesday on a bi-monthly basis (excluding summer months) at 7 p.m. Responsibilities: Serve as an advisory body to the Council on any and all questions concerning the operation and improvement of City recreation programs. RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY COMMISSION - TWO VACANCIES Staggered Term, Full-term is Three Years|Five-Member Commission Meets the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. Responsibilities: Review proposed rules and advise City Council regarding the City’s refuse, recyclable materials and yard waste collection program UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IMPLEMENTATION TEAM COMMITTEE – ONE VACANCY Unlimited Terms Meets the second Wednesday of the month at 3 p.m. Responsibilities: Serves as the primary advisory body to the City Council during the design, fundraising, construction, and implementation phases of the Underground Railroad Center Project. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - ONE VACANCY Staggered Term,Full-term is Three Years|Five-Member Board Meets on an as-needed basis Responsibilities: Hear and decide appeals resulting from any order or decision made by a City administrative officer in enforcing zoning ordinances. The Board may also authorize zoning variances, provided they do not conflict with the public interest. *Specific qualifications apply to these boards,commissions and committees. All other board, commission and committee members must be residents who are qualified electors of the municipality. Please contact the Clerk of Council Belinda Anderson at banderson@cityofoberlin.com or 440.775.7203 for details.
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Happy ‘Pizza-ween’ on Montrose Way JASON HAWK EDITOR
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While other folks hand out lollipops and chocolates tonight, Myssi Justice will be firing up her backyard brick oven. She's been making dough and rolling it into crusts since Oct. 1, preparing to give 250 pizzas away to hungry Halloween trick-or-treaters at 245 Montrose Way. "I do this because I remember how difficult it was to get kids
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to eat dinner on Halloween, get them in costumes and get out the door to have fun," she said. Justice, who moved to Wellington in 2018, said she fell in love with the town right away. Her Halloween pizza party is her way of adding to the village's charm, she said. It's also a way to celebrate her birthday, which was Oct. 14. Justice's longtime partner, Jim Schubert, said he doesn't care how much the backyard bash costs — it's well worth it. "This is all I want for my
birthday, and he gets me everything I want," Justice said. Visitors can walk down the well-lit path around the house and find canopies and tables set up. They'll find thin crust cheese and pepperoni pizzas, bags of candy, cupcakes, and cookies. There will also be coffee, hot chocolate, apple cider and bottled water. Justice warned the food could contain allergens and gluten. She and Schubert, a former firefighter, are extending a spe-
cial invitation to law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics and other village workers. The party is open to everyone. "I don't care if you're three or 23," Justice said. "This is for all kids and adults on Halloween, no matter your age." There's no charge but anyone who wants to can donate pet supplies to benefit the Animal Protective League and Lorain County Pet Pantry. Donations can be made at 245 Montrose Way or at 207 Elm St. No money will be accepted.
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The future of Westwood Elementary School will be decided Tuesday, Nov. 5 when residents cast their votes on Issue 18. The Wellington Schools are asking for $8.7 million to make repairs to the aging school, as well as lesser ones at the North Main Street high school. They are also asking voters for money to start a maintenance fund for both buildings. District Superintendent Ed Weber told Village Council last week that he believes it's a "modest request" — and Council agreed. The six Council members and Mayor Hans Schneider voted to officially throw their support behind Issue 18. They were won over by Weber's argument that making repairs at the aging schools now rather than after a major breakdown will be a money-saver. "We'd like to learn from past mistakes like Dickson Field and letting them go to the breaking point where they take much more money to rebuild," said Weber. The plan is to repair both the Westwood and WHS roofs, repave their parking lots, install a new heating and air conditioning system at Westwood and beef up security and technology. Some funds will be used for electrical upgrades and playground upgrades at Westwood Elementary School as well, Weber told Council. The elementary school's boilers, which date back to the 1950s, are a big concern, he said. There are three — two are needed to heat the building and one is idled. If another suffers a "fatal failure," it would result in school delays, said Weber. Westwood was built in 1959 and became the district's oldest facility after demolition of the old McCormick Middle School. Weber said the Board of Education spent a year discussing what should be done with the 60-year-old facility. "We can rebuild it and start from scratch, we can repair it, or we can close it," he said. After study, the board decided the best value is putting money into fixing it up and extending its life expectancy. That's where the proposed bond and levy come in. They are combined under Issue 18. The 1.99-mill bond issue would raise $8.7 million and raise $446,711 per year for 37 years. It would cost you $69.65 per year — or $5.80 cents per month — for every $100,000 worth of property you own in the village, SCHOOL LEVY PAGE D2
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Elyse Coker stands inside the former Superette and Parson's Dairy location at 215 North Main St.
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As a kid growing up in Wellington, Elyse Coker remembers getting breakfast with her family downtown and walking by the vacant building at 215 North Main St. Most recently the home to Superette, the building had been home to Parson’s Dairy, and it was first built as a carriage factory by Timothy Doland in 1868. Despite its long history of different businesses, it had been vacant for more than 40 years. In February 2017, Coker found herself underneath her car after she swerved to avoid hitting a deer. She said was ejected from the car before it ended up on top of her, where she was trapped for hours with a broken back. After the near-death experience, Coker said she made a bucket list, and buying and restoring the downtown building was on it. “When you kiss death, your life changes," Coker said. "You have priorities that are different.” Seven months after the accident in September 2017, Coker signed the contract and bought the building for $65,000. She said people around her thought it would be a bad idea, but she had a vision for the building and a drive to get the work done. She said cleaning up the building got off to a rocky start. Coker continued to work on the building on and off for the next two years. She said there was even a six-month period where she stopped working on it. Then in July, Ron Drake, author of "Flip This Town" and host of the podcast of the same name, came into
The building once was home to the Parson Jersey Dairy. Wellington as part of a grant Main Street Wellington had won. As the downtown revitalization expert spent time in the village, one of the buildings he stopped into was Coker’s. Coker said Drake’s ideas and vision for the building got her back on track. “That was kind of the turning point where I got my butt into gear,” Coker said. Now, Coker has set a goal for the 12,000-square-foot building: clearing out and stripping one room a month. She said the plan is eventually to turn the three-floor building into a combination of residential and businesses, with lofts or apartments on the top two floors and mixed use on the bottom. Coker wants to get the building back on its feet without taking away
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its character. “I don’t want to white-wall it and put in drop ceilings,” she said. “I want to come in and restore it back to its original beauty.” The building has a lot of history. Local historian Al Leiby said the building started out in 1868 as Doland Carriage Works, after Doland left Tripp Carriage to start his own factory. Doland died in 1901, and local historian Scott Markel said sometime after 1910, the need for carriages turned into a need for cars, ending the carriage business. By World War II, the building had been home to a dress manufacturer, a balloon maker and the Palace Theater. Markel said by 1942, Claude Parsons SUPERETTE PAGE D2
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Three seeking to fill two Board of Education seats The Wellington school board has two board seats up for grabs and three candidates vying for them. Incumbents Daniel Rosecrans and Kevin Stump are running for re-election alongside challenger Jessica Reynolds. Jessica Reynolds Age: 34 Education: Associate's degree in business management and currently a student at Cleveland State University studying organizational leadership Family: Married for 13 years to my husband, Dusty. Four children: Alaina (11), Mallory (11), Bentley (7), and Audrey (4) Job history: Worked for seven years at Parker Hannifin where I began by working in the factory and worked my way up through various positions, spending the majority of my time there as a logistics coordinator. My husband and I became licensed foster parents and I took a couple of years off while we adopted our three oldest children. I now work for Columbia Gas as a contracted operations coordinator.
Daniel Rosecrans Age: Not provided Education: Graduated from Black River High School and attended Bowling Green State University Family: Married to Jeanne (Farr) Rosecrans, Daughters Megann and Rianna Job history: Retired police officer, currently bailiff at Elyria Municipal Court Kevin Stump Age: 45 Education: bachelor's degree and master's degree in business administration Family: Wife Samantha, Son Jonah (12), Daughter Camryn (9) Job history: Senior product manager at Bettcher Industries, current Wellington school board member and also past president of the school board What makes you the best candidate? Reynolds: "I am the best candidate for the job because I will work to create greater transparency and inclusiveness among the school board and our teachers, parents and students." Rosecrans: "The reason I
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believe I am the best candidate for school board is that I will always do what is in the best interest of our children, even if the decision is unpopular. I have no other agenda than to see our children and district excel. I am open minded about issues and welcome discussion." Stump: "I've had four years of experience in a time of great improvement and have practiced the collaborative leadership a board member should possess. I've learned the job isn't easy, but with a sound plan and proper perspective the decision process, whether gratifying or difficult, can proceed with confidence. We have stability in our administration, a strategic plan, dedicated ef-
forts around creative funding through grants, a prioritized investment strategy, and a standardized curriculum and these efforts are leading to positive results. I'd enjoy the opportunity to continue our work, and to lead the district toward even better experiences and outcomes."
This year, we only have 896 students. We have 128 children who live in our district who are enrolled in another school. Young families are not looking at Wellington as a place to raise and send their children to school anymore. As a member of the school board, I will work to restore our district, improve student services, enhance athletic programs and create a culture where we value the opinions of our teachers and parents." Rosecrans: "I think the biggest issue that faces public schools today is funding. The state of Ohio has a budget that can change from year to year and that directly affects school budgeting. We, as a board, are fiscally respon-
What is the biggest challenging facing the schools and how would you address it? Reynolds: "Our school district faces many challenges but I think one of our biggest is the steadily shrinking amount of enrollments over the past 10 years. If you look at 2009 we had 1,505 students enrolled, each year since the number has decreased.
sible. This is money that the taxpayer has given to the district for our children. It can't be wasted or handled recklessly. The Wellington school district is asking our voters for a permanent improvement levy, Issue 18, to maintain, repair and improve our school facilities and grounds. Passage would lessen the strain on our district's general fund." Stump: "Permanent improvement funding is also on the ballot, which is a big initiative that needs the community's support. We have aging buildings in Westwood and Wellington High School, worn parking lots, heating systems and technology infrastructure that need significant investment, an ongoing focus on school safety, and a modernized and forward-thinking teaching and learning environment. With that, we also need to build on our momentum academically through additional gifted programming and STEM class offerings, plus expanded AP at the high school. There is a lot of progress to celebrate, but always more to accomplish." — Sean McDonnell
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had bought the building and turned it into Parsons’ Jersey Dairy, later called Parsons Dairy. Markel said Parsons used the building as a dairy factory, eventually adding the Superette convenience store to the front of the building. The third floor was converted to a living space. Markel said the building eventually was sold again. The dairy factory left but the Superette stayed, eventually being owned by the Creech family. Mayor Hans Schneider said when he was growing up in Wellington, his friend Tom Creech lived in the building. He said he remembers hanging out and spending the night there, as well as stopping in after school to buy candy. He said when he was a kid, downtown Wellington was “amazing.�
“It was vibrant,� Schneider said. “I have nothing but positive memories of the downtown from when I was young. We’d like to see that come back for the next generation.� Schneider said there has been a renewed interest in Wellington’s downtown, which he said has limited resources as far as people coming into the community. He credited Main Street Wellington for helping bring interest to vacant buildings in the village, and he said the building’s renovation would be a plus for Wellington. “I remember what the building was,� Schneider said. “I fully expect Elyse will succeed in what her plans are and bring it back.� Coker said the building sat vacant for 40 years before she bought it, which is part of the reason she decided to make
it her project. She said the community has seen the work she’s done so far and has taken notice. “A lot of people are just excited to see something happening finally,� Coker said. “I’ve had a lot of people come out of the woodwork and offer to help.� Coker started a Facebook group called “215 Main� where she keeps people updated on the building’s progress. She’s also uses the group to sell items left behind in the building, which she said goes back into fixing the building. With all of the history that has happened at 215 North Main, she said there have been a lot of old and cool items she’s found that people are looking for. She’s even created a “showroom� in the spot where Superette made chicken and
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jojos to keep all of the items. “There’s so much stuff that we have no idea where it came from,� she said. The building still needs a lot of work, she said. Many of the rooms need to be cleaned out, utilities restored, plus the pigeons living in parts of the building need to be evicted. Still, Coker is confident it can get done, and she is happy to be one of a group of young new building owners “lifting up� the downtown. For a building filled with history, it might be repeating itself. Coker had the chance to meet with Claude Parsons’ daughter Pat Young. Coker said she was expecting her to come and just see the first floor where it was cleaner, but before she knew it Young had started making her way up the steps. Young told Coker the
building was at a familiar starting point. “When her father bought it, it was a mess like it is now,� Coker said. There are plans for Drake and the “Flip This Town� podcast to come back to Wellington next June, Coker said. Her goal is to have the building ready by then for Drake to help work out a plan for the building. Coker and a committee are working to raise the money to bring him back to the village. Coker said the restored building at 215 North Main St., along with others, will be part of a new generation of businesses breathing life into downtown. “If I can strengthen the heartbeat (of Wellington) by doing this project that’s here sitting for 40 years, I’m happy to do so,� Coker said.
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FROM D1 according to the Lorain County auditor's office. The 1-mill maintenance levy would stay on the books indefinitely without going back to voters. It would raise $224,478 per year and cost you $35 per year — $2.92 per month — for every $100,000 worth of property you own in town. Weber reassured Council that capital dollars can't be spent on school programs, staff pay or benefits. It can only be used for physical purchases such as buses, roofing, paving, lawnmowers and textbooks that are expected to last five or more years. He said operating costs for the schools go up every year but education budgets are fixed. The only way to get more money and keep up is to ask taxpayers for help. "So until school funding in Ohio is changed, we will always be coming back for more levies. It just has to happen because of the way your funds are frozen," he said. Weber said the Wellington Schools will be back
to ask for more, whether it's in four, five or 10 years.
"It could change, but it's been this way for a long time," he said.
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We asked social media users for their thoughts on the Wellington Schools' proposed combination bond issue and levy on the fall ballot. • Lee Tucker: "My initial reaction was (and is) that the Wellington Schools seem to ask for additional funding very often. At some point they need to dial it back and figure out how to live within their means for a while." • Artie Sword: "I agree the school system needs the levy, but I’m not a believer in some of our leadership." • Kerry Elizabeth: "Think about the students trying to focus on lessons and the teachers trying to teach feeling like that for hours. Not to mention they've called off school due to high temps and no AC more than once. That is one thing that can be solved. One. Any improvement is better than none and that levy will help create a better learning environment for everyone." • Eric Evans: "I was hesitant to vote for the levy, but after learning more about it, it seems like a necessary increase. Without this levy there will be bigger problems that would cost even more money in the future." • Robin Beal: "People being against this is how we are in this mess. You all had a chance to pass a bond that would of built three new schools. Now you are stuck! So suck it up and take your medicine. This is about the children of this community! People tend to forget this!" • John Sams: "Not a chance."
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Winners have been announced in the annual McCormick Middle School Library Pumpkin Character Contest. Students were invited to each decorate a pumpkin modeled after a character from a book. Staff members judged entries and one winner from each grade was chosen Friday. They are:
School levy is essential To the editor: No one likes to talk about taxes. Even fewer people want to talk about voting for new taxes, but that is exactly the conversation that must be had in Wellington and its surrounding communities right now. Issue 18 is essential to keeping the Wellington Schools on a continued path of success and improvement. Please vote yes for Issue 18 on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The Wellington Schools are the backbone of our community. Whether you have lived here your whole life or have just moved in, you know the pride we share when our schools triumph and the responsibility we feel to continue to provide the best education and facilities for our students. The funds generated from Issue 18 can only be used for improvements and maintenance. Several repairs and upgrades to the schools facilities need immediate attention. Many of us will pay less than $9 a month for the needed repairs. As with your own home, these things will not go away on their own and will only become more costly if we wait. Please vote yes on Issue 18. Take pride in your part of the growing success of the Wellington Schools. Laura Bremke
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Keystone's resounding 41-7 win Friday over Wellington earned the Wildcats the first-ever Lorain County League title. 'Cats senior tailback Dylan Naylor rushed for 224 yards and four touchdowns on the night. Meanwhile, the Dukes struggled at the line, finding just one touchdown connection — a 10-yard pass from quarterback Ben Higgins to Nick Laposky. Grace Dudziak kicked the PAT. Jon Brasee caught two passes for 74 yards to lead the Wellington receivers. Mason McClellan, who typically puts up big numbers, was largely stalled at 10 carries for 35 yards. The Dukes, at 5-4 on the season, will wrap it up this Friday with Firelands, hoping to secure an outside shot at the postseason. ◄ Wellington's Tyler Moore, Michael Kidd and Ben Higgins converge to bring down Keystone's Dylan Naylor.
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We Carry A Fine Selection of Beer, Wine & Tobacco at State Minimum Prices
3
$
99 12 CT.
Fligner's Gift Cards and Gift Certificates Available
1
¢ $
DOLE #1
WATER CHESTNUTS
WHITE OR BROWN
MINUTE RICE
79 1 ¢
1
$
69
10-15 CT.
We Accept Debit, Master Card, Visa, Discover & American Express.
CANNED PASTA
14 OZ.
YOPLAIT ASSORTED
GREEK YOGURT
89
ATM Available Money Orders 69¢ Each
¢
5.3 OZ.
Play Ohio Lottery and Mega Millions Here
lb.
1
HUNT'S ASSORTED
99
15 OZ.
SPAGHETTI SAUCE
COOKIES & BROWNIES
10/$
DAIRYMEN'S 16 OUNCE
SOUR CREAM
5 1
2/$
We Carry Ohio Beef From Ohio Farmers
GALLON FRUIT PUNCH
24 OZ.
PILSBURY READY TO BAKE
16-16.5 OZ.
3 LB. BAG
DAIRYMEN’S
10 10
79 10/$
$
8 OZ.
BEST CHOICE QUART OR GALLON
CHEF BOYARDEE ASSORTED
lb.
APPLES
¢ $
Each
BEST CHOICE SLICED OR WHOLE
49
HOME GROWN RED OR YELLOW DELICIOUS, MCINTOSH, GALA, FUJI
BANANAS
¢
BUTTER SANDWICH COOKIE TINS BATHROOM SLIDER TISSUE FREEZER BAGS COOKIES
$
3 LB. BAG
AVOCADOS
KRAFT ORIGINAL
Each
GRAPES
ONIONS
LARGE HASS
12 OZ. BAG
99
SEEDLESS RED
ALL PURPOSE
99 99 39
SELECT FLAVORS OCEAN SPRAY
5
lb.
lb.
¢
16 OZ. CLAM
8" PUMPKIN PIE
99 99
10 LB. BAG
49
16 OZ.
$
¢
99
SALAD
99
QUAKER ASSORTED
lb.
GARDEN
STRAWBERRIES
2
$
TROYER
ZUCCHINI & YELLOW SQUASH
IDAHO
5 LB. BAG
FRESH BAKED MARBLE RYE
lb.
ECKRICH
lb.
$ 99 LB.
COLBY JACK, CORNED BEEF OR ALL MEAT OR COLBY, PROVOLONE CHEESE LONDON BROIL GARLIC BOLOGNA
99 $
$
lb.
KRETSCHMAR
10 PERSON MINIMUM - $9.99 PERSON
$
4 BAKERY
LB.
LOW SODIUM PRE-SLICED HARD SALAMI TURKEY BREAST
lb.
FREE RANGE ANTIBIOTIC FREE VEGETABLE FED
99
2 3 3 $ 99 $ 69 $ 59 6 2 3
Call (440) 244-5173 To Place Your Order. Available Only While Supplies Last. Call at least 5 days in advance and we will reserve your meal.
CARROTS
¢$
$ 99 $ 99 $ 99
• Fligners Own Slow Roasted Turkey • Home Style Gravy • Whipped Mashed Potatoes • Brown Sugar Candied Yams • Fligner’s Signature Sausage Stuffing • Buttered Corn • Fresh Cranberry Salad • Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls
& TURKEY BREAST
KISHKA MACEDONIAN SAUSAGE & PAPRIKA BACON & HURKA
99 5
LB.
FRESH TURKEYS
FLIGNER'S OWN HOMEMADE
LB. - LOWEST DELI PRICES AROUND DELI SLICED ECKRICH PATRICK CUDAHY
Fligner’s Traditional Turkey Dinner
JUMBO
LB.
TWIN PACKS
$ 99
LB.
LB.
PICNIC HAMS
ONLY
BOWMAN & LANDES
$ 99
FRESH
FRESH FRESH ATLANTIC COD OCEAN PERCH
ORDER EARLY FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
PORK STEAKS
1
¢
LB.
$ 19
LB.
SEAFOOD SPECIALS
6
$ 99 LEAN MEATY
PORK CHOPS
$ 99
89
99 40 LB. BOX
40 LB. BOX
$ 99
LB. BONELESS
$
19
ANY AMOUNT
99
$
Full Side 380-400 lbs. $299
ALL OUR FRESH MEAT IS CUT BY ONE OF OUR “ARTISAN MEAT PROFESSIONALS”
WHOLE BEEF
$
Front Qtr. 200-220 lbs. $279
$
99
You Can Now Pay Your Gas, Light, Cable And Many Major Credit Card Payments At Fligners!
99
¢
LIMIT 6
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We Reserve the right to Limit Quantities
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