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By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com Oregon Mayor Mike Seferian said the public should realize when a snow emergency is issued, there should not be vehicles parked on the streets so that plows can clear away the snow. “We hope people do move them. There have been occasions when we’ve had cars towed. We haven’t lately. Not this year,” said Seferian at a council meeting on Monday. “But we keep trying to threaten it and hope they’ll be moved. People have an obligation to do it. For the most part, people do it. People actually start doing it a lot of times before we call the snow emergencies.” “Sometimes you learn the hard way,” said Public Service Director Paul Roman. “In some cases, if you’re the last car on the road, and you’re driveway is close to where you parked, when that plow comes through, it leaves a bigger wedge than what you normally would have had. Granted, everyone is going to have a pile of snow at the bottom of their aprons after the plow goes through. But it can be a lot worse when a plow goes through there.” Roman said city plows can get the main roads cleared usually within 16 hours of a snow storm. “That’s assuming there’s no other snow, no drifting, the event is done, and they can go straight into the subdivisions,” he said. When the plows encounter a parked vehicle, they will turn around if they can’t get around it, he added. Councilman Joshua Hughes said there are people in his neighborhood who are not complying. “There have been several individuals in my neighborhood thus far this year who haven’t gotten the message,” said Hughes. “Cars remain nonetheless. And my neighbors then ask me, `The city has issued a snow emergency, and the cars are supposed to be removed, so why is it every time the plow has to go around these vehicles?” Seferian said the city, at some point, will issue tickets to residents whose vehi(Continued on page 10)

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Samuel Myers, 5, of Genoa plays on the Early Literacy Station as Mason Beard of Northwood, 2, and Asher Widmer of Genoa, 2, look on. The Early Literacy Station is loaded with educational software programs which encourage learning in areas such as math, social studies, music, and art. The purpose of the Early Literacy Station is to help prepare children for school by encouraging learning through the Five Practices of Early Literacy: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. The station is available at Elmore and Genoa Library. (Press photo by Stephanie Szozda)

Energy projects provide fuel on road to recovery By John Szozda Press General Manager zoz@presspublications.com Energy is fueling a $1.94 billion fire that could ignite our economy this year and in the near future. That gaudy number reflects the upcoming investments in our community from four energy companies: First Energy, BP-Husky Refinery, PBF Refinery and Clean Energy. Those investments are: • First Energy announced two weeks ago it would invest $600 million to upgrade the Davis Besse nuclear power plant near Oak Harbor; • PBF Energy, owner of the former Sunoco Refinery, announced in December it would invest $140 million in the next 15 months to upgrade its 282-acre refinery on the Toledo-Oregon border; • BP-Husky Refinery in the spring announced it would soon start its $400 million project to enable it to refine sour crude from the Husky oil sands in Alberta, Canada; • The $800 million Oregon Clean Energy natural gas plant in Oregon is clearing environmental hurdles and is expected to break ground this spring. Some 4,000 contractors will work at these sites this year and next and will not only give the local economy a boost, but position our area for potential growth in manufacturing. The Davis Besse and Clean Energy

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projects will assure that manufacturers will have a reliable source of reasonablypriced power. Coupled with the City of Oregon’s capacity to deliver fresh water for industrial use, a Great Lakes’ port, available rail, a skilled labor force and proximity to the interstate crossroads of I-75 and I-80, Northwest Ohio has assets that are the envy of other communities competing for manufacturing jobs. While good paying manufacturing jobs moved overseas some years ago, there are signs that trend is reversing itself. Consider what others have to say about a rebirth in U.S. manufacturing. Bill Simon, president and CEO of Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, last year announced the creation of 1,000 new manufacturing jobs in the U.S. through its Made-In-America initiative. Simon stated his company would spend $50 billion in the next decade to

buy American products such as light bulbs, socks, towels, door hardware and televisions. Some local business experts also foresee resurgence. Dr. Sonny Ariss, chairman of the management department and fellow of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology Commercialization at the University of Toledo, stated in a September interview with The Press that there are two reasons for this rebirth. First, wages in Asian rim countries have increased while wages in the United States have decreased. Second, transportation costs have increased. Dr. Stan Westjohn, professor of international business at the University of Toledo, adds a third reason—lower energy costs. The availability of cheap natural gas through fracking will mean manufacturers will have a stable, inexpensive source of energy. Next to labor, energy is their next highest cost and cheap energy can be the deciding factor in plant location. These three reasons make it advantageous for manufacturers to build closer to their consumers. Tom Nimbley, CEO of PBF Energy, agrees. He spoke in December to the Oregon Economic Development Foundation. He said the “prospect of energy independence in North America is within our sights.” He cited fracking technology and the ability of Midwest refineries to process sour crude from the Alberta oil fields. (Continued on page 2)

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By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com Plans for the construction of a $800 million energy generation facility continued unabated last year in Oregon. “We’re looking at a groundbreaking this summer,” Oregon Administrator Mike Beazley said last week. Oregon Clean Energy plans to build an 800 megawatt energy generation facility on a 30 acre parcel of land at 816 North Lallendorf Road, located within the enterprise zone. The facility will convert clean natural gas to electricity. There will be enough new electricity for 500,000 homes. Council last year approved an enterprise zone agreement with Oregon Clean Energy LLC. for a tax exemption of 100 percent for 15 years on the increase in assessed value of real and tangible property. The Enterprise Zone Act allows communities to execute agreements for the purpose of establishing, expanding, renovating or occupying facilities and hiring new employees and/or preserving jobs within the zone in exchange for tax incentives. The project is expected to create about 450 construction jobs over three years, and 26 new full-time, permanent jobs once the facility begins operations, with a total annual payroll of about $3.2 million. The city approved an agreement with Clean Energy for the plant’s use of the raw water intake system that will generate about $1 million per year, which will help keep the water and sewer rates low. The Oregon school board also approved a tax incentive donation agreement with Clean Energy, which will annually contribute funds to the district for 15 years. At the end of the agreement, the district will have received payments totaling $17.5 million. When Beazley and Mayor Mike Seferian first considered bringing the project to Oregon, “we had to think about whether this would be a great fit for the city,” Seferian said. “We didn’t have to think that long.” William Martin and Bill Siderewicz, managing partners of Oregon Clean Energy LLC, said last year they had been coming to Oregon for three years to discuss the project. Plans call for the plant to begin opera-

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In January 2013, Greg Dunn, Jay Dunn and Andrea Musselman posed in the newly renovated Dunn Chevy Buick showroom. GM dealers throughout the country performed a voluntary renovation of their showrooms. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean) tions in 2017. “About three and a half years ago, we had our first contact with William Martin and Bill Siderewicz, and they were looking for locations in Ohio, Michigan and Indiana,” recalled Beazley. “We had a series of meetings with them and I think they had reached the conclusion that this is the best place to move because of what Oregon has to offer.” Beazley said company officials are reviewing proposals from construction and engineering firms to build the project, and will likely make a selection in April. Retail development The city also saw considerable retail development last year, particularly construction and renovation of commercial buildings on Navarre Avenue. Biggby Coffee, Penn Station East Coast Subs, and Happy’s Pizza last year started in a small strip mall on Navarre. Tireman, which operated for years at

the Woodville Mall in Northwood, moved to Oregon at the site where the Bartz Viviano Flowers and Gifts shop was located on Navarre. Bartz Viviano moved to another site on Navarre, said Beazley. The former Bay Center Recreation Bowling Alley building was renovated into a five bay shopping center. The Dollar Tree is among the stores leasing space there. The former Penske auto service shop just north of the Kmart store on Navarre was renovated for a Hercules Tire franchise, and a vacant building next door where Fifth Third Bank was once located is the site of a car rental company. A building that used to house the Oregon Economic Development Foundation on Navarre will be developed into a gas station/carryout. “It’s still in progress,” said Beazley. A special use exception zoning designation was granted for the gas station. “They are still in a predevelopment phase,” said Beazley.

Business friendly The city has made changes to become more “business friendly.” The city used to have an image as a “hard place” for new businesses - that the building and zoning code was not as user friendly as businesses would like, according to Seferian. Last year, Jim Gilmore, commissioner of building and zoning, facilitated the permit process to make businesses aware of what they will need to move forward. The city also refined its commercial sign code, made adjustments to bring it up to date, and made it easier to understand. Geothermal energy Oregon City Council last year approved special assessments over a 15 year period to fund geothermal energy in the municipal office complex on Seaman Road that will reduce costs. The city for years had been exploring options for increasing energy efficiency at the municipal complex. The buildings tend to have significantly higher energy costs than similarly sized facilities because of the age of the HVAC infrastructure and the way the buildings were assembled into one complex over time. The city partnered with Toledo and the Port Authority to create an Energy Special Improvement District, which allows the city, school district, or local businesses to invest in energy efficiency and cost lowering improvements while paying for those improvements over a period of years through a special assessment on their property taxes.

Flood relief and erosion control, bikeway in 2013 By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com The Flood Relief and Erosion Control project was the most significant infrastructure project in Oregon last year, according to Public Service Director Paul Roman. The project provides multiple benefits for both public safety and the environment, he said. “In addition to eliminating ditch bank erosion and improving traffic safety along Wynn Road, the project will alleviate flooding in the immediate industrial areas, as well as help reduce flooding in the residential areas upstream,” said Roman. “By relocating Driftmeyer Ditch to go around the BP Husky Refinery, Maumee Bay will be further protected from any potential, accidental petroleum or chemical releases. The project also provides 12.35 acres of wetlands and 36.25 acres of upland buffer area to help filter sediment and nutrients from the stream prior to discharging into Maumee Bay, he said. The project is funded by $1.8 million from the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) and by BP Husky Refinery as part of a joint partnership with the city. Other highlights of infrastructure projects last year include: • Phase 2 of improvements to Dustin Road, which included the replacement of concrete pavement, new curbing, underdrains, curb inlet adjustments, partial re-

placement of driveway aprons, and ADA curb ramps. The remaining sections of Dustin Road will be completed this year with the Coy/Dustin intersection project and the Isaac Streets Drive improvement project, $1,002,100. • Phase 1 of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Secondary Treatment improvement project, which calls for the increase of the secondary treatment capacity of the wastewater treatment plant from 24 million gallons per day to 36 million gallons per day to eliminate secondary treatment bypasses and sanitary sewer collection system overlows during wet weather events. The $6,278,000 project will be constructed in two phases over the next five years. • Phase 2 of the sanitary sewer rehabilitation project, which included the replacement of sanitary sewers on Grasser Street between Dearborn Avenue and Pickle Road; Mambrino Road between Dearborn and Pickle; and on Cresceus Road between Navarre Avenue and Pickle Road. The $2,278,900 project also included sanitary sewers on Wheeling Street between Northvale and Navarre avenues, and Pickle Road between Wheeling and Grasser Street. • Construction of a $499,800 restroom/shelter/concession facility to serve the city’s South Athletic Complex off Starr Extension. The site work included the installation of a waterline, including two fire hydrants, sanitary sewer force main, storm sewer, and stone access path to the building.

• Road improvements in the Cresceus Heights Subdivision, which included Grasser, Mambrino, Cresceus, Fink and Wilkes. The $250,365 project also included various base repairs, including some spot repairs on Patchen Road. • The $479,000 construction of a 1.52 mile bikeway along Stadium Road and bike lanes along Corduroy Road. The new bikeway connects the existing Municipal Complex Connector Bikeway (that ended on Corduroy Road just west of Stadium Road) to the existing shared use path on Stadium Road (that ended on Eagles Landing Drive). The completion of the Stadium Road

Bikeway, Phase 2 was a key phase of the Oregon Bikeway Plan, which provides a continuous bike path throughout the city connecting major parks, schools, and other public facilities. • The Navarre Avenue sidewalk improvement project consisting of the installation of sidewalk along the north side of Navarre Avenue between Coy and Lallendorf roads, $89,000 •The replacement of an existing reinforced concrete slab bridge on Wheeling Street with a 25 foot span precast concrete three sided flat topped culvert, $640,640.

Energy projects provide fuel Continued from front page “This modern energy revolution will provide the foundation for a manufacturing renaissance that will stimulate the economy throughout all of North America,” he predicted. “I say what’s going to happen is people are going to seize that and say, ‘I’m going to build a plant in the United States instead of, say, in Dublin.’” The Midwest and Ohio, in particular, are positioned to take advantage of this new dynamic. The Marcellus and Utica shale oil fields in the eastern part of the state hold vast deposits of natural gas.

All of this doesn’t mean Northwest Ohio will experience a manufacturing boom. However, our energy assets, coupled with a wealth of fresh water, a deep-water port, rail and highways gives us an edge over other U.S. communities. What we do with this edge will determine our future progress as we travel on the road to recovery. Speaking of progress, in this week’s issue of The Press our editors report on the economic development gains our communities made in 2013 in our annual special section: Progress 2013: On the Road to Recovery.

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Ironville warehouse, museum coming to East Toledo

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By J. Patrick Eaken Press Staff Writer news@presspublications.com An $18 million expansion of a warehouse at Ironville Terminal by the ToledoLucas County Port Authority and a $12.8 million maritime museum in the Marina District took steps toward becoming reality in 2013. The port and Midwest Terminals of Toledo hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the warehouse, commemorating the third and final phase of construction on the 180 acre site, which was to make it ready for business this winter. When completed, the total project will have provided up to 100,000 man hours of skilled construction labor for the community. The development of Ironville, also known as the Chevron property, was financed with a public and private investment involving state financing mechanisms utilized by the port along with new market tax credits. “The redevelopment of this land will provide new space for unloading ships and new lay down areas for cargo, which will allow the Port of Toledo to continue as a leader on the Great Lakes,” said Paul Toth, President and CEO of the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority. “Without the help of local, state and federal agencies who believed in this project and administered the programs to help with its financing, the redevelopment of this riverfront site would have not been possible.” Phase three includes the installation of a multi-modal delivery system. Once completed, the newly installed conveyor and material transfer system will create efficiencies through rapid freight unloading and is capable of handling any dry bulk material. Self-unloading ships will discharge into a .65 cubic yard hopper, which feeds a conveying system and mechanized radial stacking system. Phase three also included the construction of a 19,000 square foot warehouse, which has a clear height of 39 feet and will contain two rail spurs and an overhead crane. Officials say the warehouse will allow Midwest Terminals to be prepared for any type of business that may present itself. An additional 5,000 feet of rail for loading operations was also installed. “Once completed, the site will open up access to a second Class I railroad, which will provide customers with a more efficient and cost effective supply chain, and through this, will grow the Port of Toledo and generate more opportunity for job creation,” said Betty Sutton, Administrator of the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation. ‘Smithsonian’ of Great Lakes While under renovation, an open house was held for the National Museum of the Great Lakes, which will open this spring at its Maumee River front location next to the Toledo Maritime Center and the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship. A feasibility study commissioned by the Great Lakes Historical Society and the port authority found that between 41,000 and 60,000 visitors will visit the museum annually. At a combined admission and per visitor store purchase figure of $12.50 per person, 41,000 visitors would generate about $500,000 annually for its operations. Total annual revenue, including membership, endowment and charitable giving, and grants are estimated at $1.225 million with expenses estimated at $1.075 million. The museum plans to use original artifacts and images coordinated with both low-tech and high-tech interactive experiences to tell the story of the Great Lakes. The experience is to be both educational and entertaining. “This will be the Smithsonian of Great Lakes maritime culture,” Paul LaMarre III, director of the Monroe (Mich.) port, said. “It is only fitting that it is in the port of Toledo, which is commonly referred to as the capital of the lower lakes, anyways. But, this project has come a long way and has overcome many hurdles to bring together many assets of maritime history and culture to present the total package to future visitors.” Art, music, and a land bank Closer to land, on Main Street, at least one person, District 3 councilman Mike Craig, is starting to think out of the box to develop the Main-Starr business corridor, and people are listening, although not everyone likes the idea. Craig’s idea — to bring more music and art to Main Street and he brought Robb Hankins, CEO of ArtsinStark, the Stark County Arts Council, to an open forum to

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John Daugs, an exhibit builder, works on an ice panel for what will be one of the Great Lakes museum’s many exhibits. (Press file photo by Stephanie Szozda) let business owners hear how it works. Hankins played a major role in turning around similar business districts in nine communities across the country. “He’s done this before and I just kind of want people to understand that this isn’t

just something that I’ve come up with and that it’s some wild idea that I have,” Craig said. “This is an idea that he has used…and it’s worked. Other people have used it all over the nation and it worked. And, I am happy to steal their idea.”

Perhaps one of the biggest improvements to East Toledo comes from the demolition of old housing stock. The Lucas County Land Reutilization Corporation, or land bank, increases property values by tearing down dilapidated homes with little value and turning homes with a tax delinquency to new owners for rehab. Demolition removes properties of little value from the housing stock thus increasing the value of remaining properties. In 2013, the land bank demolished 60 houses in East Toledo. There are typically at any time close to 100 homes in East Toledo identified for demolition. Cindy Geronimo, land bank director, said “It’s a fluid list that keeps changing. Some may come off because of an appeal.” In July 2011, the land bank was awarded a $3.6 million grant from the Ohio Attorney General. With matching funds from the City of Toledo, the land bank had $6.8 million available through December 2013.

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Pemberville getting new water tower, 40-lot subdivision

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By J. Patrick Eaken and Cindy L. Jacoby news@presspublications.com In Pemberville, two properties were purchased by a local developer, who plans to subdivide them into individual lots for home construction. “Over 40 lots will be created, providing growth for our community after several years of no growth,� wrote Pemberville Mayor Gordon Bowman in his annual newsletter to the village’s sister city, Rodinghausen, Germany. “The board of public affairs, which is charged with providing utilities to this new development, is also planning for upgrades to our water system and a second water tower to replace our current tower, which was constructed in 1936. A successful new well was completed, and will be connected to our water system in a few weeks,� Bowman continued. Bowman also noted how the upcoming widening of Interstate 75 through Wood County, which begins this summer, the $300 million intermodal containerized freight handling facility built by CSX Railroad in the southern part of the county, and a 30-acre Home Depot warehouse under construction in Troy Township, will impact economies in Pemberville and Northwest Ohio. Mayor Bowman adds that the village, for the first time in five years, purchased a new state-of-the-art police vehicle. “The up-to-date equipment in the vehicle allows our police officers to record and communicate police business much more efficiently,� Bowman wrote. “However, since our regular officers are all part-time, there has been turnover as these officers find full time positions in other departments. We are fortunate to have comprehensive law enforcement training at Owens Community College nearby.� On the lighter side, Bowman also mentioned a new Christmas event hosted by the Pemberville-Freedom Historical Society — a lighted Christmas parade. “Over 30 lighted vehicles participated in the first parade that was enjoyed by over 500 residents and friends,� Bowman said. The Pemberville Independent

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The village’s wastewater treatment plant has been in operation since 1958, with major upgrades in 1975, 1989, and 2000, according to the village website. Oak Harbor also began a new parking ticket bureau with a new appeals process. It was the direct result of a dispute that got the City of Port Clinton in trouble two years earlier, Mayor Eberle said. The new bureau will allow parking fines to be handled as criminal or civil complaints. Village solicitor Jim Barney told the village that criminal complaints are harder to enforce because the ticket has to be handed to the driver. The village was to determine a fine, create an appeals process, and hire a hearing officer. Village officials said ticket fines would remain $10. The new hearing officer would be paid $100 per month, fiscal officer Debbie Carpenter said. On average, village police officers write between 60 and 70 tickets annually, Police Chief Steve Weirich said. Up until the establishment of the bureau, fines were to be paid at the police station and unpaid tickets were sent to Ottawa County Municipal Court. In Rocky Ridge and Oak Harbor, five structures were approved for demolition as part of the Moving Ohio Forward Grant Program. Attorney General Mike DeWine allocated about $75 million statewide to demolish blighted structures. The five are part of 20 blighted or abandoned residences scheduled for demolition in Ottawa County by Ottawa Residential Services, Inc. Demolitions also were planned for Danbury and Clay townships.

At the new Community Health Services, which opened in Stony Ridge, are employees Annete Moore, Steve Fleckner, Mark Behnfeldt, Juile Rowe, CHS Chief Executive Officer Joe Liszak and Emily Brickner. (Press file photo by Ken Grosjean) Merchants attempted to create a new world’s record for Most Lighted Santa Clauses in a Downtown Area. Nearly 100 lighted Santas and snowmen filled every storefront and window in the downtown area, he added. South of Pemberville, two area farmers’ cooperatives began making plans for a state-of-the-art grain and agronomy hub. Luckey Farmers Co-op and Sunrise Cooperative entered discussions on the proposed joint venture that would include forming a new company to build the facility near the intersection of State Route 6 and U.S. 23, a few miles west of I-75. They hope to break ground this spring. The location offers easy access to a CSX main rail, Andy Swerlein, CEO of Luckey Farmers told The Press, and he added that new technology in grain handling opens more markets to farmers. North of Pemberville, in Stony Ridge, the Fremont-based Community Health Services opened a new medical facility. CHS, founded in 1970, which is not part of ProMedica, a non-profit health care system that serves Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, but CHS CEO Joe Liszak told The

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Press his company has a “very good working relationship with ProMedica.� The 6,800-square-foot, two-story building that cost about $1.1 million to construct, now houses a separately owned fullservice laboratory, nine exam rooms and one procedure room. A community room is also available for non-profit organizations. Oak Harbor After dropping Poggemeyer Design Group, of Bowling Green, for the project, Oak Harbor hired Jones & Henry Engineers Ltd. to address environmental needs regarding its sewer system overflow problems. The village was working with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to modify its permit and open the combined sewer overflow station at Portage Street to relieve some system stress. Oak Harbor has nine overflow stations, and three can be opened. The other six must remain closed. One of the proposed projects is a $1.9 million separation upgrade that would involve two streets. Mayor Bill Eberle said “the majority of the village is not separated and that’s a problem.�

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By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com In the Village of Woodville, the light can be seen at the end of the tunnel – or the end of a sewer line. The village has entered the final phase of a multi-million dollar project to separate sanitary and storm sewers, Mayor Richard Harman said. A new lift station was constructed on Port Clinton Road as part of the project, he said. Village officials have entered into contract negotiations with Solar Planet for a solar field proposed for property near the village utility building. When complete, the field will have a capacity of 750kW. Last year, the village completed the purchase and razing of a building on Main Street where a walkway will be built to link Main to a village parking lot. “Personnel” additions included “Raider”, a Dutch shepherd, who joined the police department. The canine partners with Officer Steve Gilkerson. The dog’s care is funded completely be donations, court fines, and forfeited drug money. Other future projects include upgrading the water treatment plant and electricity distribution system, the mayor said, and updating the village website. The village’s financial condition remains strong, he noted, ending the fiscal year with a budget balance of a little more than $2.5 million. “We plan on continuing to finalize existing projects and implement new initiatives to keep our forward momentum going and continue to be fiscally responsible, smart in our services and practical in our thinking,” the mayor said. Village of Millbury Mayor Michael Timmons said the village’s income tax revenues dipped slightly last year, which will cause village officials to be cautious with major projects in 2014. Still, a walking/bicycling path that would connect Veterans Memorial Park at Fostoria Road and Cherry Street to Fireside Park in neighboring Lake Township is on the drawing board. “We are investigating all the grants and loans available for this project and the timing involved for applying for these grants,” the mayor said, adding he expects it to be a three or four-year process. This year the village will be completing the third and last phase of a storm sewer line between Hille Drive and Cherry Street. The village made its final payment in December on a $139,000, 10-year loan for widening and repaving Main Street. Lake Township The trustees see much of the township’s development potential in transportation and plan to market it as a “transportation center of opportunity,” said trustee Richard Welling, noting the area’s access to the Ohio Turnpike, interstate highway system, railways and intermodal capability. “Good jobs are the key to real economic recovery and we as a board stand ready to help in our capacity,” he said. A feasibility study of a proposed regional emergency dispatching center to serve the township, villages of Millbury and Walbridge and cities of Rossford and Northwood is “moving along well,” said Mark Hummer, township administrator

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provements position the village for future development and the village and Harris and Woodville townships continued to meet to discuss the formation of a Joint Economic Development District at an 80-acre site near the Ohio Turnpike exchange.

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A 28kW solar array installed this summer at V.E. Petersen Co., Inc., 28101 E. Broadway, is expected to produce about 30 percent of the power the company consumes. Other solar projects in the area include arrays at Starr and Jerusalem elementary schools that began operating last year and in the Village of Woodville where village officials have entered into contract negotiations with Solar Planet to build a solar field near the village utility building. and police chief. He expects a decision to be made this year on whether the proposed joint center will be implemented. Melanie Bowen, who chairs the board of trustees, said the board of trustees wants to re-invigorate efforts to market a Joint Economic Development District the township formed with the City of Toledo for property at Toledo Executive Airport. Chief Hummer said the township’s investment in an 800 megahertz radio system for the police and fire departments has increased safety for first responders by opening “…the door for true interoperable communications.” Village of Gibsonburg From flags to fun events as well as infrastructure improvements, the village met several goals last year, said Mayor Greg Gerwin, and set objectives for 2014. The construction phase of the industrial park was completed and village officials plan to develop a marketing plan this year for it. The mayor said the village wants to be more inviting to business. “Our goal is to encourage and promote business and get out of the way,” he said. “If we are not part of the solution we are the problem.” With a successful campaign last year to pass levies for operating expenses for the fire department and replace a fire truck, the village and Madison Township plan to complete a transfer of fire department administration to the township, “This streamlines and simplifies the operation,” the mayor said. The village last year continued with a sewer replacement project to eliminate storm water infiltration and replaced obsolete equipment in the water and wastewater facilities. The mayor credited Amanda Weaver and friends and relatives for initiating a Farmers Market during the summer and Marsha Morelock and Tammy Hemminger for hosting a Fall Festival. Wade Weaver, a former member

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of village council, led a contest for the Gibsonburg School District to design a flag for the village. The contest winner, Marcus Tille, was presented a flag at a recent basketball game. The flags will be displayed downtown, the mayor said. The village will also use a $5 fee for fishing and boating on Silver Rock Lake to restock the lake with perch. Village of Elmore Village officials anticipate the completion of two major projects in 2014. The construction of a new $5.2 million wastewater treatment plant – the last phase of a three-phase to alleviate overflows of sewage into the Portage River – is expected to be complete by the end of June and a new electric substation is also expected to be operating by this summer. The treatment plant project is being funded by a 0.75 percent income tax approved by residents in 2005. The first two phases of the project, terminating several overflow locations and the construction of a new trunk line, have already been completed. The village had been relying on a treatment plant with a capacity of 450,000 gallons while the new plant will be able to treat 1.8 million gallons per day. Village Superintendent Buck Stoiber said the new facility will be able to meet new regulations for mercury and phosphorus levels and its design will allow for expansion if needed. To avoid a repeat of the 56-hour power outage in July 2011, village officials have agreed to build a $1.3 million electric substation to increase capacity and serve as a back-up for the current substation. The new substation will be able to supply power for the entire village, said Mayor Matt Damschroder, and both units will receive power from lines coming from both the Toledo and Oak Harbor areas. Stoiber said equipment will be in place to switch over quickly if one line is incapacitated. Village officials plan to hold an open house so residents can tour the treatment plant and get information about the substation. Mayor Damschcroder said the im-

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Village of Genoa For the Village of Genoa, as with other area towns, work began last year on the final phase of a major sewer project. The sixth and last phase of the Northwest Storm Sewer Replacement project was completed with much of the work centered along a stretch of Buckeye Street. The second phase of a construction project on Washington Street, between Sixth and Eighth streets, also started and is expected to be completed this spring. A combination of village funds and state loans and grants were used to pay for the projects. Administrator Kevin Gladden said the village’s 2014 paving program will concentrate on Industrial Drive. In February, organizers of the Genoa Food Pantry welcomed visitors to an open house held to showcase the pantry’s move to larger quarters at Christ Community Church on Fourth Street. Village officials in April also modified the municipal code to bolster enforcement efforts regarding nuisance properties. A master plan for Veterans Park is being “fine tuned,” the mayor said and upcoming projects will include the replacement of a bath house, water slide and diving board. The tennis court will also be resurfaced. The village will apply for Community Development Block Grant funding on behalf of the Senior Center for window, door and roof repairs, the mayor added.

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Village of Walbridge Among the goals Mayor Ed Kolanko has set for his administration this year are support for a green initiative by upgrading electronic storage and using less paper in village offices. The mayor said the village ended 2013 in a strong financial position. Municipal income tax receipts last year were $850,722, compared to $864,142 in 2013 and $780,736 in 2011. Total revenues were $1.3 million last year; $1.2 million in 2012 and $1.15 million in 2011. The parks and recreation program was awarded grants from the Wood County Park District and Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the community pool was upgraded with a new liner system. State grants will be used to repave and re-curb Union Street, between Main and Dixon streets and upgrade curb ramps in the downtown area to make them compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act. A grant from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio will be used to upgrade signs at rail crossings.

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Wales Road overpasses, industrial growth in 2013 By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com Industrial growth, new construction, and the completion of the long awaited Wales Road grade separation project were among the highlights last year in Northwood. “It’s been a long time coming,” Mayor Mark Stoner told The Press last week of the $14 million grade separation. The project consisted of the construction of two overpasses over the CSX and Norfolk Southern railroad tracks on Wales Road that effectively eliminates three railroad crossings and opens up traffic that had been frequently delayed by trains. Wales Road is the only east-west road linking the city’s business district with its westerly neighborhoods. As a result, the trains had separated the east from the west sides of town. To adjust, the city had to build fire stations on the east and west sides to avoid serious delays when emergency vehicles responded to calls. “It’s going to help unite the east and west sides of the city,” said Stoner. “Police, fire and residents will be able to get back and forth from one side of the city to the other. This much awaited project allows a motorist to travel with less fear of train blockage from Woodville Road to East Broadway.” Stoner recalled that the project was first discussed back when he was a councilman 19 years ago. “Council had talked about it and got quotes to see if we could do the project ourselves, but it cost way too much,” he said. The city got a shot in the arm when ex-Governor Bob Taft came to Northwood in 2000 to announce a $200 million, 10-year program to fund railroad overpasses at busy grade separations in Ohio. “We thought we would be number one on the list, but we turned out to be one of the last,” said Stoner. In 2006, the city learned that Congress had transferred $4 million in funds earmarked for the project to two other communities in Ohio. The project had been scheduled to start in 2007. Stoner went to Columbus to get support from the

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Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC), which had pledged to cover the shortfall in funding. The city had earmarked $900,000 for its local share of the project. Local economy In his state of the city address last month, Stoner said the city started 2014 with a positive general fund carryover. “We have approved a balanced 2014 budget totaling $4,544,175 and we project our 2014 general fund revenue to total $4,548,435,” he said. “We will continue to provide quality services and the city will be judicious and vigilant in its spending.” Over $7 million was spent for new construction projects last year. “Although this amount is a decrease from the $18 million in new construction in 2012, it compares favorably with the $5 million invested in 2010 and the $8 million spent in 2011,” he said. The city is poised for a good year this year as well, he added. The city also saw several new industrial and commercial businesses last year, including A.J.Kats on East Andrus; DNA Fitness on Oregon Road; TLD Services on Woodville; Hardtail Saloon on East Broadway; Loan Max on Woodville Road; Strike Zone Sports on Woodville Road; Educare on Woodville Road and Sahm Glass on McNerney. The city also experienced industrial growth and new construction and expansion last year, including Spartan Warehouse & Logistics, which invested $3.5 million in addition to their existing structure; Scot Bartholomew & Sons (Stop & Stor) invested

$104,000 for an additional storage building; Whitiker System spent $500,000 for an addition to their existing structure and AC & Sons LLC/IC Power Fluid invested $1.4 million in a new facility, he said. The city also experienced residential growth within the Birchwood Hollow subdivision, off Wales Road near Rossford, which was purchased at the beginning of the year and is in the process of being built out by MS Builders. Over $1.2 million has been invested in the property over the past year with 15 homes/villas being constructed. To attract industrial, commercial and residential investments, the city passed legislation last year combining two existing Community Reinvestment Areas (CRAs) with other land to create a new CRA covering a majority of the non-developed land. The CRA came about through the cooperation of the mayor, city council’s Economic Development Committee, city council and the city administration who continue to work on economic development issues with an eye on future economic growth. The Planning and Zoning Department is also committed to continuing regular inspections and enforcement of the city zoning code, including regular field checks. Income tax collections were up 16 percent from 2012, and total General Fund expenses decreased by $89,756, or 2.1 percent from 2012. Police The police department, under the direction of Chief Thomas Cairl, has continued to be progressive in its approach to providing quality police services, said Stoner, with 22 full-time and four parttime employees. Major crimes last year were down 21 percent and traffic accidents were down 4.25 percent compared to 2012. The public can access police reports on the Internet at www.northwoodpolice.com. There is also a link on the city’s webpage to CrimeReports.com where the public has free access to neighborhood crime data in near real time. The communications center received 7,204 Calls for Service (CFS) from the public, along with receiving an additional

3,995 calls that were initiated by officers while out on patrol, totaling 11,199 CFS. Fire There was a 10 percent increase in the number of calls to the fire department last year compared to 2012, bringing the total number to 791 last year. Of these, 149 were for fire runs in the city, 564 were for EMS runs in the city and 78 were for mutual/automatic aid fire and/or EMS runs outside of the city. In addition to service runs, the department conducted 207 initial fire inspections and 151 re-inspections at businesses in the city. The city hired six recruits last year, bringing the total number of staff to 36. Also last year, 18 firefighters continued various levels of state training and one firefighter is currently enrolled in paramedic classes and is scheduled to graduate this March. In addition to state training, local training opportunities included live fire training at a house donated for that purpose on Curtice Road last June. The fire department, along with the Lake Township Fire Department and the Allen-Clay Joint Fire District received a Regional Assistance to Firefighter Grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. This $438,623 award was used to purchase state of the art 800 MHz radios that enhance the agencies’ ability to communicate at emergency scenes. This year, the fire department will host the Northwest Ohio Volunteer Firefighter Association Convention in June. The event will bring hundreds of firefighters and their families to the city to celebrate their accomplishments in the past year. Public Service Last year, the department oversaw the completion of resurfacing and drainage projects involving Wynn Road, the southern part of Tracy Road and Dillrose Drive. Additionally, the public service department contracted for the cleanout of the Curtice Road ditch. Last year, the city was awarded a $60,000 CDBG award, or 50 percent of the total $120,000 cost of adding a turn lane on Wales Road to the intersection of Wales at

THANKS, WOOD COUNTY The economy in Wood County continued to improve and attract private involves the construction of a new road that will open up additional land for investment in 2013. In Perrysburg Township, Precision Strip and Lako Tool development. The Wood County Economic Development Commission also began both announced expansions of their existing operations. The City of Rossford working on a “Good Jobs” initiative, which is an effort to develop more interest in a saw the attraction of Camping World next to the Bass Pro Shops location. EPI skilled trades education in Wood County to provide the future workforce required Global announced a new facility for their operations in Lake Township near by many of our employers. This initiative is a result of an issue identified through Metcalf Field and Willmar International opened their new building across from our business retention program and specifically is targeting higher skilled and the CSX Intermodal Terminal in Henry Township. Finally, Home Depot began higher wage occupations. We would like to thank the Wood County Commissioners construction on a 1.6 million square foot distribution center in Troy Township and the WCEDC members listed below for making our county a great place to do that when complete will be the largest building under one roof in Wood County. business. This facility represents a $130 million investment in Wood County and also 2014 BOARD LEVEL MEMBERS AA Boos & Sons Associated General Contractors Bennett Enterprises Bowling Green State University Chrysler Corporation City of Bowling Green City of Northwood City of Perrysburg City of Rossford Clouse Construction CSX Transportation

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Schools see gains in tech, safety, academics and other areas By Tammy Walro Press Staff Writer twalro@presspublications.com

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Progress in the areas of technology, safety and security, academic excellence and financial responsibility are among highpoints from 2013 listed by area superintendents and school leaders.

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Benton-Carroll Salem Schools Benton-Carroll-Salem Superintendent Guy Parmigian credited district voters for approving two levy renewal issues in November. Other highlights from 2013 include: • R.C. Waters Elementary School (grades K-3) earned two prestigious awards from the Ohio Department of Education by being named a “High Progress School of Honorâ€? and a “School of Promiseâ€? • The Lady Rocket Soccer Team competed in the state “Final Fourâ€? playoffs. • The district successfully implemented a new teacher and administrator evaluation system aimed at increasing student achievement. • A district-wide energy conservation project designed to save the district thousands of dollars in the years to come was completed. • The district purchased several computers and updated technology infrastructure to prepare for upcoming online testing and to enhance student learning opportunities.

Eastwood Local Schools • Students in grades 8-12 receive district-purchased laptops. The 1:1 program is an essential component in the district’s efforts to prepare students for their future, according to Superintendent Brent Welker. • Preschool operated through Wood County Educational Service Center Early Childhood Services is now being conducted at Webster School, 17345 McCutchenville Rd. • For the first time, the district began offering all-day kindergarten. • Eastwood Schools rated Top 5 in Performance Index in Northwest Ohio. The district trailed only Ottawa Hills, Anthony Wayne, Pettisville and Perrysburg

Genoa Area Local Schools • Genoa Academic Committee honored 206 high school students with a homemade breakfast for earning honor roll and high honor roll for the first nine weeks grading period. In addition, 191 students earned a trip to the dessert buffet for earning honor roll and high honor roll for the second nine weeks. • For the fourth year, the GHS staff, students, and area businesses got involved with their “Pay-it-Forwardâ€? holiday drive to help GHS students and their families. Over the past four years, the effort has collected more than $30,000 in gift cards, home necessities and services to help 30 GHS students and their families. • GHS student council, NHS members, band and choir students along with FFA

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The Penta Career Center in May unveiled a truck donated by the City of Toledo for use in the school’s Public Safety/EMT-Fire Science program. From left, Mike Bell, then mayor of Toledo, Ronald Matter, Penta superintendent, and Luis Santiago, chief of fire and rescue for Toledo, are shown with students of the program. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean) student members, and other volunteers sponsored a successful holiday luncheon attended by 150 senior citizens. • The Genoa Academic Committee continues to generate donations from area businesses to enhance our curriculum incentives and technology tools for our students. Thanks to JBI, Genoa Bank, GAEA, Dr. and Mrs. Mienke, and many other donors, students have enjoyed the iPad mobile lab and its uses within the classroom and building. • Implemented a mock evacuation of the elementary building in October for K-5 students, as part of ALICE safety training.

which houses eighth-graders, was named for Joseph Baker, a Lake alumnus who died in Feb. 2009 and left his estate valued at $220,000 to the district. The 10,000-squarefoot space cost approximately $375,000. According to Superintendent Jim Witt, other highlights from 2013 include the district’s continued academic success on state testing, and reaching three-year agreements with both unions. In addition, several staff members presented at local and state wide professional conferences on areas of expertise.

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Superintendent Tom Peiffer lauded voters for passing a .75 percent Earned Income Tax in November. The funds were needed to replace some $700,000 in state cuts, Peiffer told voters in the district’s Bear Facts newsletter. Passage of the levy allowed the district to maintain current educational programs. Other district highlights include: • Staff members received training on the Common Core curriculum, which is being taught this school year. • The district continued to upgrade its technology infrastructure to prepare for the next generation of PARRC tests. • Gibsonburg High School students and faculty members held a Community Service Day Nov. 25, helping area senior citizens and disabled residents with fall cleanup tasks.

Woodmore Superintendent Linda Bringman offered her gratitude to Woodmore voters for their support in passing the 5.75 mill Emergency Operating Levy in the Nov. 5 election. She noted other highlights from the district for 2013: • A groundbreaking ceremony was held May 30 for a new Pre-K-8 building in Woodville. • A public meeting was held in September at the elementary to introduce the ALICE safety training the district put into effect this school district. • The district implemented the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program. • Three Woodmore District Destination Imagination teams qualified at the State Meet for Global Participation. One team made the trip to Knoxville, Tenn., and though they did not place at finals, they were congratulated as the first Woodmore team to qualify for Global Finals.

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• The district dedicated Joseph Baker Hall – a build-out of six classrooms from an unfinished area in the new high school in November. The new classroom area,

Several significant initiatives took place at Penta Career Center during 2013. Highlights include: • In May, the City of Toledo Fire and

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Rescue donated a fire rig to Penta Career Center’s Public Safety/EMT-Fire Science program. The Tele Squirt 50 rig enables students to learn about pump and ladder operations, pump pressures, hose lays, and appliances. The vehicle was no longer in use by Toledo Fire and Rescue. • Students from the Construction Carpentry, Remodeling, Masonry, and Electricity programs spent much of the 2012-2013 school year building a 2,243 square foot soccer building on the campus of Eastwood Local Schools. • Penta Career Center was recognized with the Community Partnership Award from the Ohio Association of Senior Centers (OASC). Denise Niese, executive director of the Wood County Committee on Aging, nominated Penta for partnering with the aging network in Wood County on a number of projects. For the past several years, Penta’s Automotive Technology program has hosted car safety inspections for mature drivers. In addition, Culinary Arts students have worked with several senior centers in Wood County to prepare meals and pastries. Other Penta programs have provided services to seniors at various special events in Wood County. • Students and staff donated money and gave of their time to several community service activities in 2013. In April, students organized a Relay for Life that raised more than $5,400 for the American Cancer Society of Wood County. In addition, Business and Health students organized a Bowl-A-Thon for Special Olympics. Held at Interstate Lanes in Rossford, students raised over $6,500. In December, students organized a toy, clothing and food drive that collected more than 2,000 food items plus nearly 1,000 toys and clothing items to benefit Operation Breadbasket in Perrysburg Township.

St. Kateri Catholic Schools/ Cardinal Stritch High School • All high school students have iPad’s. • STEMM has expanded course offerings in medicine and engineering • Boys locker-room has been renovated. • Master facility planning complete. • Saw an increase in high school applications. Learn more at www.katerischools.org.

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Olney Market still open Mike and Sandi Bailey were miffed to see The Press reported their store, Olney Market, was Hot then and gone today in a Nostalgia Highway column written by John Szozda. The husband and wife team report the market is open and serving customers at Bayshore and Stadium roads for the 58th year. Sandi said the couple hopes to sell before Mike retires in a few years. Meanwhile, the two continue to cut their own meats and make their own hamburger. Hours are Monday thru Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The phone number is 419698-8195. Mike’s mother, Hazel and her husband Lester ran the market for many years. Hazel passed away in 2010 at age 88.

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Time capsules Darlene Limmer, Walbridge Centennial Committee, displays items that will go into two time capsules that will be presented at a Walbridge Council meeting on February 19 at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to the presentation. A centennial year scrapbook will also be presented to the Walbridge Library, to be housed as local history. This will be the final opportunity to purchase the centennial cook book, Walbridge-Lake Alumni photo book, and t-shirts. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean)

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$108 million economic impact coming from project By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com Administrators of the Benton-CarrollSalem School District expect the planned steam generator project at the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station to have a financial impact on the district but say it’s too early to know how much. FirstEnergy management, citing a study by Applied Economics, a Phoenixbased consulting firm, said the project will provide a boost of more than $108 million to the local economy and overall benefits statewide will exceed $150 million. The $600 million project to install two new steam generators and the subsequent refueling will require about 2,300 additional local union and traveling contractor workers besides Davis-Besse’s regular workforce, the utility company said. Outage workers began arriving to prepare for the project last fall but the peak number is expected this month and next,

A Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage Dinner will be held Saturday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Hungarian Club, 224 Paine Ave., East Toledo. Social hour will begin at 5 p.m. The dinner will include the Hungarian Club’s stuffed cabbage, St. Stephen’s potatoes and vegetables, and dessert by VFW 4906. A cash bar featuring pop, beer and wine will be available. A raffle will also be held. Carryouts are available. The donation is $12 for adults and $5 for children under 12. All proceeds will benefit the Birmingham Festival Committee. Reservations are required. Call Mary Lou Tomsic at 419-691-1396 for reservations or more information.

according to FirstEnergy, which estimates wages for on-site temporary workers to reach $147 million. The financial benefit to the B-C-S district can’t be quantified at this time, said Tim Coffman, district treasurer. “The work they are performing could affect both real estate property values and personal property value,” he said. “Real estate property values are set by the Ottawa County auditor and the values at the DavisBesse site have not changed. Personal property tax values are set by the Ohio Department of Taxation based on tax values filed by FirstEnergy.” During the current calendar year, B-C-S schools are receiving real estate taxes based on 2013 valuations. Personal property tax revenues are based on 2012 valuations. Coffman said FirstEnergy dropped an appeal in September the company had filed with the Ottawa County Board of Revision to have the valuation of property at the power station lowered by about $22 million.

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At the time, a drop in valuation of $22 million would have cost the school district about $210,000 annually in tax revenue, Coffman said. Ray Lieb, Davis-Besse Site Vice President, described the installation of the two 470-ton generators as “one of the largest projects to occur at Davis-Besse since construction of the facility.” “The effort requires much more equipment, supplies and manpower than a regular refueling,” he said. About 1,000 union workers from Carpenters Local 744, Boilermakers Local 85, Laborers Local 480 and Electricians Local 8 will be hired for the project, he said. The economic impact study estimates the project will provide about $2.1 million in benefits to Ottawa County as workers from outside the area stay in local hotels and patronize restaurants and retail outlets. The generators were delivered in October via a transport ship across Lake Erie to Toledo, then by train to Davis-Besse.

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Rudy’s Hot Dog gets waterline easement for development By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com Oregon council on Monday approved an agreement with Aldi for the purchase of a permanent easement to install a waterline on the south side of Navarre Avenue. To proceed with construction of the waterline, which will extend from Aldi to adjacent property owned by Rudy’s Hot Dog, the city required the purchase of the easement on property owned by Aldi. The city and Aldi agreed to a purchase price regarding the value of the permanent easement. Mayor Mike Seferian said Public Service Director Paul Roman had worked diligently to get the agreement. “Under the circumstances, I think it’s a pretty fair arrangement for the city, fair for Rudy’s and fair for the future development on Navarre Avenue,� said Seferian. Rudy’s Hot Dog is looking at developing the property just west of Aldi’s, said Roman. “We noticed there really wasn’t a hydrant close to their site, at least on the south side of Navarre,� said Roman. “And through our fire department, we felt a hydrant would be needed. The best way to get one there is from the tap that was installed by Aldi a few years ago when it was developed. We looked at all kinds of ways of

Snow plans Continued from front page cles are blocking the snow plows. Also at the meeting, council: • Approved the purchase of a new prisoner transport vehicle. The city will purchase the 2014 Ford E250 cargo van from Mathews Ford for $16,324, which is less than the original price of $22,324 due to a trade in credit worth $6,000. The new vehicle is replacing another van from 1995. “It was in dire need of being replaced,â€? said Police Chief Mike Navarre. • Approved the purchase of two solar powered message boards from Howard T. Moriarty Co., Toledo, for $42,655.62 to be used by the street and water divisions. • Heard Councilman Tim Zale comment on the death last month of John Oberwegner, who had retired as an Oregon police sergeant in 1992. “John was a really well liked sergeant with the Oregon police division,â€? said Zale, who is also retired from the Oregon police division. He contributed an awful lot to the department while I was here. He was instrumental in starting the special response team, instrumental in getting our weapons updated years ago to where we went to semi-automatic handguns. We were proud to have him here.â€?

extending it. But the simplest and lowest cost is to do it in a waterline easement just south of the right of way line. You can try to put it in the right of way, but to work around Aldi’s existing infrastructure and even right of way restoration, it would be more expensive than the easement. So the easement is the way to go.� There is a 20 inch trunkline in the middle of Navarre Avenue. Commercial properties like Rudy’s would otherwise have to bore across Navarre to tap into it. Getting a local line on the south side instead of the long tap would be a much better use of the city’s money. The agreement includes some conditions from Aldi, “more or less regarding no disruptions to their site when we’re performing any waterline work. That’s pretty much our norm anyway,� said Roman. Councilman James Seaman asked whether there was a timeline for Rudy’s to develop the site following the completion of the waterline installation. “Quite frankly, I don’t know where they are at in terms of their schedule,� said Roman. There was progress on the architec-

tural designs when officials met with them last fall, he added. “They’re working on the site plans, but I’ve not received any plans from them since,� he said. “This easement will provide a waterline extension both east and west of Aldi. So it will help promote development on either side, whoever comes in,� said Roman.

“I did speak with some of the owners of Rudy’s,� added Seferian, “and I am under the assumption that we would not be holding them up. So our waterline will be ready before they will need it. They’re working within their own time parameters.� Roman said Rudy’s has owned the property for about 20 years.

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more finance meetings in recent months to address the spending issue had landed on deaf ears. And, as a result, he said, the village remains in the same circumstance as this time last year. The council simply hadn’t made serious advances in 12 months toward stemming another potential shortfall, Seaman assessed. He pointed to items such as $93,000 slated for downtown revitalization for possible cuts. “That’s the easy item to pick on and we shouldn’t do that,� Douglas said. Why not? Seaman asked, noting hard choices have to be made when facing budgets shortfalls. “I’d rather say ‘no’ we won’t spend it,� he added. That $93,000 is slated for boat docks and other projects in the coming year, Mayor Bill Eberle explained. The partnership with the downtown revitalization committee has the village putting out the initial costs and the committee rounding up donations to cover beyond the village’s $15,000 share. The committee gave the village $23,000 toward planters, benches and banners in-

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Kim Molnar Genoa "My favorite Winter Olympic events to watch are the downhill skiing and the couples figure skating."

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Megan Downs Elmore "Ice skating. I like the couples the best. The Ice Dancing. It's really fun to watch and I like the outfits."

Troy Anthony Elmore "I like to watch the luge because I love the speed of it."

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Misplaced revulsion To the editor: After reading comments by the Rev. Robert Schramm, an Oblate of St. Francis de Sales, I realized another reason why I have left the Catholic Church. He said “it is a personal source of revulsion that the death penalty is still in use here.” He was referring to the execution of Dennis McGuire for rape and killing a young lady and her unborn child. This man was a wild animal who had no respect for life and only wanted to satisfy himself. Rev. Schramm never once mentioned why the death penalty was used. He never mentioned this young, innocent woman and her unborn child who were brutally killed by a wild animal. It was a horrid act of violence and the family of the wild animal now wnts to sue the State of Ohio over how his execution was carried out. Did this family contact the family of the innocent people who were taken by the wild animal father? Did they ask how long this innocent woman and her unborn baby suffered at the hands of their father? This wild animal deserved to die and if he suffered 20 minutes, it certainly wasn’t long enough. The family of these innocent victims should sue McGuire’s family for their loss and the pain and suffering the mother and her unborn baby endured. This horrid act against them lasted more than 20 minutes. The last comment

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that Schramm made was, “Why do we kill people who kill people to show that killing is wrong?” So did you want the State of Ohio to put him in jail for five years and let him back out to kill again? Is that justice? McGuire made that choice himself the day when he took two lives. Wild animals are killed because they will kill again. Rev. Schramm showed no compassion for the victims, but was only upset about the death penalty. Joanne Schiavone Walbridge

“Angels” appreciated To the editor: It is unfortunate that in the city of Toledo that the East Side has such a bad reputation. There are many good neighborhoods with hard-working individuals – people who work eight to 10 hours a day, come home and find the time to clear the sidewalks of neighbors that are physically unable to do so. Our “Clark Street Angels” are Darrell and Denise Metcalf, Mike Nichols and Bryan Reichard. We are so grateful they care about us. Our hope is this letter serves as inspi-

ration to others to think about our elderly and disabled neighbors and take care of one another. Janet Powers Toledo

Confused To the editor: In response to several letters, I have to admit I’m somewhat confused. From the Affordable Care Act to immigration, the Obama administration has offered the conservatives a seat at the table and open debate on any issue facing this country. Some readers of this newspaper are under the impression that President Obama will have nothing to do with them. I recall watching on C-SPAN Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) standing at the podium in the Senate, proclaiming it is the intent of Republicans to make sure this president is a one-term president, or words to that effect. While the president was giving the State of the Union address this year, Republicans were tweeting vile messages that were completely unfounded and Congressman Steve Stockman, of Texas, got up and walked out. At least they don’t shout, “you lie” anymore.

This Congress is the least productive in the history of this country. And while Republicans are wont to ignore the fact that the filibusters restrict any forward movement, and the constitutional fact that all legislation that pertains to any spending has to start in the House of Representatives first, the Republicans take every chance they can to blame this president. I used to vote Republican but the lies have become unbearable and it is not hard to know who watches Fox News because they tell the most. I have books by O’Reilly, Rand and Greenspan and the like, but that was some time ago. They’ve changed for the sake of money and it is hard to argue with someone whose paycheck depends on what they think. Jeff Pitzen Northwood

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Advice to you: Get over it or get stuck in the past We all experience a variety of circumstances as we go through life. We are confronted by both good, bad, fair, and unfair situations. After you encounter a less than ideal situation, the important questions to answer are “where do you go from here?” and “what’s the next step?” Too often, people use the past as justification for either giving up or being doomed to fail in the future. The excuses are endless. “My parents didn’t treat me well,” “I made bad financial decisions,” “I married the wrong person,” “I was taken advantage of,” “I was lied to,” “People always made fun of me,” and “I tried my best but it didn’t work” are just some of the many reasons given for not moving forward. A common syndrome is remaining stuck in the past or allowing your past to pollute your future. Of course everyone has many examples of what they would do differently if they only had the chance to do things over. But your past does not dictate your future unless you permit it to. Lamenting the past prevents you from moving forward. Bemoaning what you could have, should have, or would have done is pointless. You can’t turn back time, so stop complaining about mistakes you’ve made. It doesn’t help you and nobody wants to listen to constant whining. No one is happy when they make mistakes. Major blunders are demoralizing. The key to succeeding is getting up when you stumble or fall. If you have the need to kick yourself for making a stupid mistake, only do it once. You may be embarrassed or really upset. Perhaps you are subjected to criticism or ridicule. Pick yourself up, shake it off, and decide what you need to do next. Ignore the naysayers. Unfortunately there may be some people who take pleasure in your misfortune. They can’t influence you if you don’t pay attention to them You must get over what has already

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all works perfectly. A sailor who has experienced adverse weather conditions has more skills than one who only ventures out during perfect conditions. There are also negative situations you have to deal with that are no fault of yours. You didn’t make any mistakes. You didn’t do anything wrong. You even did everything right, everything you were supposed to do. Even still, you have to get over it in order to move forward. Giving up never improves your situation. Making excuses won’t help you feel better. What’s happened has happened. The decision about what to do next is up to you. Moving forward isn’t always easy but it always outweighs the alternative. Anything worthwhile takes effort. Within you lies the strength you need to move forward. You can do it. Cut lose any anchors that are holding you back. What’s important now is what you want to

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Titanic Artifact Exhibition docking at Imagination Station Visitors to Imagination Station Toledo are invited to step back into time as the hands-on science center presents “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition,” which runs Feb. 15 through June 15. RMS Titanic, then the world’s largest ship, sank in 1912 after a collision with an iceberg. Over 100 years later, Imagination Station is exploring engineering, physics and social studies with the science of Titanic. Upon entrance, visitors will be quickly drawn back in time to 1912 as they as each receive a replica boarding pass of an actual passenger on board Titanic. They then begin their chronological journey through the life of Titanic, moving through the ship’s construction, to life on board, to the illfated sinking and amazing artifact rescue efforts. They will marvel at the re-created firstclass and third-class accommodations, and press their palms against an iceberg while learning of countless stories of heroism and humanity. In the “Memorial Gallery” guests will take their boarding pass to the memorial wall and discover whether their passenger and traveling companions survived or perished. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition is sponsored by BP. Timed tickets are required. Admission is $6.50 for members; $19.50 for adults 13-64; $17.50 for seniors 65 and older; $15.50 for kids 3-12 (includes admission to Imagination Station). Kids 2 and under get in free. Imagination Station Toledo is located at 1 Discovery Way, downtown. For more information, call 419-244-2674 or visit https://imaginationstationtoledo.org.

“Tuileries Garden” exhibit brings Paris to the Midwest When it comes to daily life in the capital of France, the Tuileries Garden has always been something of a theater –the stage for everything from the political intrigue of 17th-century royals to the leisure activities of 21st-century citizens. Now, the Parisian park can be experienced at the Toledo Museum of Art with the major international exhibition, “The Art of the Louvre’s Tuileries Garden,” on through May 11. Organized by the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, the Portland Art Museum in Oregon and the Toledo Museum of Art, with the special collaboration of the Musée du Louvre, the exhibition presents a rare chance to experience the design and art of a pivotal Parisian public space. “If you know the Louvre and you know the Tuileries, you know the history of Paris,” said Richard Putney, co-curator of the exhibition and a University of Toledo professor of art history. “It’s arguably the most important space in the city.” One hundred works related to the garden will be on display, including largescale sculptures, paintings, photographs, prints and architectural models. On loan from the vast collections of the Louvre, as well as the Musée Carnavalet, the Palace of Versailles, and other museums and private lenders, many have never before been exhibited outside Paris. The exhibition is presented in part by The Andersons, Brooks Insurance and Taylor Cadillac. It is also supported in part by an Ohio Arts Council sustainability grant and Toledo Museum of Art members. Admission to the exhibition is free for Toledo Museum of Art members. For nonmembers, tickets are $8.50 for adults and $5.50 for students and seniors 65 and older.

10th Cheer for a Cure Stella Bertz Cheer For A Cure, an organization created to memorialize Stella Bertz, will sponsor the 10th Annual Cheer For A Cure Championship Saturday, Feb. 16 at Genoa High School. The annual Cheer For A Cure cheerleading and dance competition was established in 2005 in memory of the generosity and dedication of Stella Bertz, who coached cheerleading in the Genoa Area School District for more than 10 years. Bertz succumbed to cancer in February 2003. The organization has grown into a national, community-based group dedicated

Family Briefs screenings, chair massage, chair exercise demonstrations and more. Reservations are not required and admission is free, however donations will be accepted to benefit health ministry programs.

Christian Mom’s Group A Christian Moms’ Group will meet from 9:30-11:30 a.m. the first and third Monday of each month through May at Our Lady of Lourdes, 204 Main St., Genoa. The group is open to all moms who desire encouragement and support in the vocation of motherhood. For info, contact Patti Greenhill at 419-862-0128 or email pattijsd@yahoo.com.

Imagination Station Toledo is hosting the exhibit, "Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition," which features artifacts recovered from the ocean floor, personal stories and room re-creations, including this third-class cabin. (Photo courtesy of Premier Exhibitions) to raising funds in an effort to impact the lives of those who have been touched by cancer. The grassroots network of cheerleaders, coaches, and supporting fans holds competitions and events to raise funds to support cancer prevention and improving quality of life by funding research, education, advocacy, and service. Stella Bertz Cheer For A Cure has been able to donate over $115,000 to cancer research in the past nine years alone. This year the organization will directly fund cancer research through the Stella Bertz Cheer For A Cure Cancer Research Fund at Ohio State’s James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute. The new partnership with The James allows the organization to directly fund researchers and doctors involved in groundbreaking research to end cancer. To make a contribution or for more information, call Josh Maluchnik at 419-8552282 or visit CheerForACure.org. Stella Bertz Cheer For A Cure is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and all sponsorships, donations, and gifts are tax deductible.

Hilarity abounds on “Flamingo Court” Three different condos and three different “slices of life” – they could be your neighbors. Genoa Civic Theatre will present, “Flamingo Court,” by Luigi Creatore, under the direction of Sheryl Allan. Show dates are Feb. 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8 and 9. The comedy in condos and will have

audiences laughing at the truth they see in what might be their own neighbors- only zanier. For instance, Angelina, in 104 is a three-character piece that starts with smiles and grows into a hilarious, audience-howling ending. Clara, in 204, deals with two characters in a poignant look at the problems of aging and separation. Harry, in 304, deals with an 89 year-old gentleman who is battling his greedy daughter at the same time that he gets involved with an aging hooker. Hilarity ensues. “Flamingo Court” is produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. For reservations, call 419-855-3103. For more information, visit www.genoacivictheatre.com.

Wellness Day planned St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1213 Washington St., Genoa, will present a “Fit for Life Wellness Day,” featuring guest speaker William Hablitzel, M.D., Saturday, March 8 from 9 a.m.-noon. Light breakfast will be served at 9 a.m. Dr. Hablitzel, an internist with a private practice in Cincinnati and author of “Dying Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me,” and “It Was Only A Moment Ago,” will discuss the discovery of health and wisdom in all circumstances. Breakout sessions and resource tables will be available on such topics as nutrition, mental health, physical therapy and physical fitness, and hospice. The event will also include health

Among the works at the Toledo Museum of Art's exhibit, "The Art of the Louvre's Tuileries Garden," on display through May 11, is Victor-Joseph Chavet's oil on canvas, Le Louvre de Napoleon III. Photo by Alfredo Dagli Orti/ The Art Archive at Art Resource,

Cholesterol screenings The Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. is currently scheduling cholesterol screening clinics for March. Screenings are open to Wood County residents 25 years of age and older. The cost is $20 for those 60 and over, and $25 for those 25-59. Screenings require an appointment and pretest instructions. The screening panel includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), Triglycerides, Total Cholesterol/HDL ratio and blood glucose level. Results will be immediately available and discussed with clients by a registered nurse. Screenings will be offered at the Bowling Green Senior Center 9 a.m.-11 a.m. March 4, 7 and 20; at the Perrysburg Senor Center 9:30-11:30 a.m. March 12; and at the Rossford Senior Center 9:30-11:30 a.m. March 26. To schedule an appointment, call the WCCOA Social Services Department at 1-800-367-4935 or 419-353-5661.

Monthly podiatric clinic For the benefit of older adults, Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) will begin offering a monthly podiatry clinic, with the first clinic set for Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m. at the Wood County Senior Center, 305 N. Main St. Bowling Green. Drs. Joshua Morris and R. Scott Johnston of Maumee Bay Foot and Ankle Specialists will offer help with foot screenings, ulcer and open wound care, toenail trimming and diabetic education. Patients should check with their insurance companies about coverage and co-pays. Medicare and Medicaid will be accepted. For information about future dates, contact Megan Nole at 800-367-4935 or programs@wccoa.net. For more information about Maumee Bay Foot and Ankle Specialists, visit www.maumeebayfoot. com.

Health & Safety Fair A Health and Safety Fair for Seniors and Caregivers will be held Thursday, April 3 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the St. Rose School gymnasium, 215 E. Front St. (behind St. Rose Parish), Perrysburg. Experts from home health agencies, care advocates, parish nurses, Realtors, movers, funeral planners, senior communities and more will be on hand. Light breakfast and lunch options will be provided by event sponsors. For details, call 419-874-4559.

Million Dollar Quartet The national tour of the Broadway musical, “Million Dollar Quartet” will make its Toledo premiere March 20-23 at the Stranahan Theater. Tickets, which start at $28, are on sale now online at theaterleague.com and stranahantheater.org, at the Stranahan Theater box office at 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd, or by calling 419-381-8851.

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Calendar Through April 13: “Rutherford B. Hayes: Buckeye Presidentâ€? exhibit, Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont. In his first term as Ohio governor, Rutherford B. Hayes urged the legislature to establish a landgrant college funded by the Morrill Act of 1862. His persistence resulted in creation of The Ohio State University. www.rbhayes.org. Through April 25: “Natural Toledoâ€? exhibit, Community Gallery, Toledo Museum of Art. The Museum issued a challenge to two- and three-dimensional artists to submit works of art that would transform it into a sensory experience inspired by the natural beauty of the Toledo region. www. toledomuseum.org. Through May 4: “Love & Play: A Pair of Paintings by Fragonard,â€? Gallery 28, Toledo Museum of Art. Jean-HonorĂŠ Fragonard’s playfully sensual companion paintings, the Toledo Museum of Art’s Blind-Man’s Buff and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid’s The See-Saw, are reunited for the first time in 25 years. Through May 25: Varujan Boghosian, Wolfe Gallery Mezzanine and Gallery 18, Toledo Museum of Art. The Armenian-American artist’s poetic works incorporate unconventional objects, like children’s toys, ancient paper and shoes. Feb. 13-May 11: “The Art of the Louvre’s Tuileries Garden,â€? Canaday Gallery, Toledo Museum of Art. Featuring 100 paintings, photos, drawings and sculptures of some of the most acclaimed European artists from the 17th to the 20th century. Feb. 21-May 18: Paper Roses: GardenInspired Works on Paper, Works on Paper Gallery, Toledo Museum of Art. Through February: Enjoy the outdoors indoors at the Metroparks’ National Center for Nature Photography, 10001 W. Central Ave., Berkey. The national touring exhibit, “The Owl & The Woodpecker,â€? is on exhibit through February. Open Saturdays and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m., free. Through March 4: PRIZM Creative Community, a local 501 c. 3 non-profit for the arts presents, “Beauty Has No Boundariesâ€? at the Way Public Library Gallery, 101 E. Indiana Ave. Featuring more than 75 works of Dr. Timothy B. 6

February Feb. 14-16: Toledo Rep presents “Love

“M*A*S*H� Patrick Boyer, as Radar, rehearses a scene from M*A*S*H with fellow cast members: middle row, Bill Quinlan, Reed Steele, Kyle Slagley, Matt Hoffer, Kevin Harrington and, back row, Hans Giller, Ronnie Tanner, and Tammy Halay. Performances are at the Fassett Middle School auditorium on February 15, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. and February 16 at 3 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 419-6911398 or go to oregoncommunitytheatre. org. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean) Letters.� a comic-drama recollection, directed by Barbara Barkan, 10th Street stage (16 10th St.), Toledo. Fri. and Sat. performances begin at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Info: 419-243-9277. Feb. 15-17: Free Weekend for Lucas County Residents at the Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. Complete schedule of events is available at www.toledozoo.org. Feb. 16: Hayes Lecture on the Presidency, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont, 5-8 p.m. In observance of President’s Day, the Presidential Center welcomes Dr. Allida Black, research professor at George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs and founding editor of The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers. The lecture event includes a cocktail reception and catered dinner with the speaker prior to the lecture. Reservations required. Call 419-332-2081. Tickets: $30/ person; admission to the 7 p.m. lecture only is $10/person. www.rbhayes.org Feb. 21-22: Toledo Walleye vs. Orlando Solar Bears, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 419-725-WALL or www.toledowalleye.com. Feb. 21-23: HBA House & Home Show, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson,

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Austin Adams on the verge of joining a select group By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com For most players, reaching the 1,000-point plateau is something that’s done during their senior season while they’re running short of games left to be played. Cardinal Stritch Catholic guard Austin Adams is making it look easy. Currently at 992 points, Adams is poised to join that elite group of players his junior year. But it’s not the only major record he will have set this year. Adams scored 44 points in a game, breaking the previous single-game record of 43 held by Joe Gajdostik. However, Adams is not concerned with individual accomplishments so much so as he is with how his team finishes. Currently 8-9 overall and 7-5 in the Toledo Area Athletic Conference, the Cardinals have experienced their share of ups and downs but are hoping to right the ship as they head into the stretch run. The rotation primarily consists of seven players. Joining the 6-foot-5 Adams in the backcourt is junior point guard Chris Blazevich, who is 6-1. The rest of the starting lineup consists of three seniors, 6-1 Jake Empie at small forward and Brooks Gasser (6-2) and Karl Zacharias (6-3) in the post. The primary reserves off the bench are two juniors, 5-10 guard Brandon Payeff and 6-2 G/F Joe Sinay. After starting the year 5-3 (4-1 TAAC), the Cardinals hit a rough patch, losing six consecutive games, though every setback came to a team that is faring well in their conference. The combined record of all six opponents is 84-21 (.800). However, Stritch has recovered to win three straight and, with three games remaining and has a chance to build some momentum heading into the postseason. “We’ve been so inconsistent,” said Coach David Rieker, a 1983 graduate of the University of Toledo. “The great thing is (the kids) play very, very hard. We just keep making the same mistakes over and over. We’ve played really hard over the past few games and that’s a plus. “We played really well against Ottawa Hills the first time and just broke down at the end. We’ve gotten better, the kids got better. I think once the kids understand things, we’ll just need to pull out a big win for them to believe. They’re one of the better teams we’ve ever had.” Rieker played basketball at UT and was part of two Mid-American Conference title teams (’80, ’81), including one that qualified for the NCAA tournament. Despite his team’s disappointments this season, Rieker has helped rebuild the program and has seen an increase in victories in his first three seasons. He is proud of the effort his players put forth.

Cardinal Stritch junior guard Austin Adams scores in a 46-28 win at Emmanuel Christian. (Press photo by Doug Karns/Kateri Schools.org) “The kids are believing in the system,” he said. “The kids want to win. They’re not just showing up. I’m from the old school of (former UT coach) Bobby Nichols where you hate losing at chess. You have to instill that mentality. Each summer, the commitment has been better and better. I tell the kids to appreciate everything you have because it goes so quick.” Although Adams leads the league in scoring (19.8) and rebounding (8.3) this

season, it hasn’t come without setbacks. He has had to take a leadership role. Having lost five seniors, including three starters, from last year’s 13-11 squad, the onus on him to serve as the offensive catalyst is even greater. “The hard thing for Austin is understanding that with everyone gunning for him, you’re going to have to work 10 times harder,” said Rieker. “He works hard in practice. Hopefully, he just keeps on work-

ing. When you’re a marked man, it’s harder.” Another challenge Adams deals with is changing between playing the post and on the perimeter. He does it constantly throughout any game. “It’s difficult to play in the post all game and then come out and try to hit a three or jumper because you’re so used to post and also getting doubled in the post, but that creates kick outs for the rest of the team. I try to make it so that I move around a lot so (opponents) have to keep an eye on me.” The team employs a four-out, one-in motion offense. “We changed to that halfway through the season,” Adams said. “I guess you could say that’s our base. It frees everyone up by having us all move. We try to wear down the defense and keep them on their toes at all times.” Rieker also wants his players to understand that playing well on defense can also create opportunities for them offensively. “If we have to take the ball out of the basket every time, you don’t get much of a flow,” he said. “If you can create some turnovers, get some quick shots, it gets you in a flow and in a rhythm. If you move the ball, reverse, you might get the ball again and might be able to make (the shot).” The silver lining in all of the Cardinals’ struggles this season may have been their 49-41 loss to Ottawa Hills, which has a front line of 6-foot-9, 6-7, and 6-7. In that game, Stritch held a 37-30 lead midway thru the fourth quarter before things fell apart and the Green Bears, the fifth-ranked team in Division IV, rallied for the win. Should the Cardinals defeat North Baltimore in the tournament opener, they’ll get a chance to face Ottawa Hills in the sectional final. Besides being a great player, Adams is a model student. “With his ability to play the game, he’s definitely helped the basketball program,” athletic director Craig Meinzer said. “The fact that he chose to come here and gets recruited by colleges is huge. — the publicity we get is huge. He’s made the other players around him better. It’s a win-win for everybody.” Meinzer also speaks highly of Adams as a person. “(Austin) a good all-around kid,” Meinzer said. “He does a lot of things the right way. We don’t have any problems with him grade-wise. He’s buying into the faith-based (system) in the school and there are no issues with his integrity and character.” The feeling is mutual with Adams, a Northwood resident. “It’s been an adventure,” he said. “I’ve loved every moment at Stritch. The Catholic experience is great.”

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scored 16 points, including seven in the fourth quarter, and grabbed 17 rebounds as she helped her squad claim a key NBC victory after blowing a 14-point lead. She also tallied 25 points in Genoa’s 63-42 victory over Lake in the Division III sectional final last year, and there were the 29 points Albright scored in the 74-56 victory over league champion Elmwood this year, which got DeStazio his 200th career win. She’s also gotten plenty of help from Haley Pickard (17.1 pts., 7 reb.), who along with Albright, rank first and second in the league in scoring. “She’s definitely a player,� DeStazio said. “This was (Genoa Superintendent) Mr. (Dennis) Mock’s perception of her: ‘When the lights come on, C’s ready to go. When the ball goes up, it brings her to the top. When it’s game night, she brings it all the time.’ She’s a gamer.� Albright says bringing in Coach DeStazio has helped the program get to where it’s at. “We look to him as part of our family,� she said. “We’re together every day and he and his wife look to us players as their own kids. Everyone on our team loves Coach, there’s not one person that has any dislike for him. He gets on our nerves some days, but we all understand that’s what a coach is supposed to do because he’s just trying to make us better. He’s helped the program a lot because when we did have a losing record (last season), he still never gave up on us.� Winners of five of their last seven games, Genoa is currently 15-6 overall and 9-4 in the NBC, tied for second place. The starting lineup features Pickard at the point, 5-foot-4 freshman Emily Edwards at guard, Albright at small forward and seniors Katie Jensen and Brynn Skilliter (8 reb.), both of whom stand 5-8, in the post with sophomore guards (5-0) Casey Gose and (5-4) Haley Gerke, wing Erica Harder, a 5-11 sophomore, 5-9 junior Christy Dazley and sophomore Caitlyn Shessler filling in off the bench. “We’re all like a big family,� Albright said. “I believe each of them has their own role and have all made me a better player in some way. The girls I played with my sophomore and junior year helped me to become a better player, too. The coach says how well they work as a unit will determine just how far they’ll go in the tournament.

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Nutter brothers to unite on Malone College’s gridiron By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com

Former Genoa gridiron stars and brothers Kyle Nutter and David Nutter will team up at Malone University in the fall. (Press file photo by Harold Hamilton/HEHphotos. smugmug.com)

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Kyle and David Nutter gave opposing defenses fits when they were in the same offensive backfield together at Genoa High School. Now, the Nutter brothers will have an opportunity to do the same thing in college. Kyle and David both signed letters of intent last Wednesday to play running back at Malone University in Canton. “Playing with him in high school was the best time of my life,” said David, 17, a senior who is 10 months younger than Kyle. “We do everything together. He’s my best friend. To be able to play at the next level, it’s such a great opportunity. To play with your brother, it just doesn’t get better than that. It’s a dream come true.” Malone, which has an enrollment of just under 1,900 undergraduates, is a member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The Pioneers finished 2-9 and 1-8 in the GLIAC under fourth-year head coach Eric Hehman last season. Malone, which plays its home games at Fawcett Stadium, site of the NFL Hall of Fame game, is entering its second full year of NCAA Division II membership. Kyle, Genoa’s all-time leading rusher and scorer, was a backup running back at the University of Cincinnati last season. He did not have any carries but caught one pass for 3 yards and played in two games for head coach Tommy Tuberville’s Bearcats. Tuberville, however, made it clear as last season progressed that the offense was going to lean more toward a spread offense instead of a power and two-back formation. That essentially eliminated the 5-foot-11, 230-pound Nutter’s role on the team. “The coaches thought (the spread) fit the personnel better,” Nutter said. “They were doing what they thought was best for the team. After three or four games, in practice I noticed myself standing on the sideline even more. At the end I wasn’t even practicing. I had a lot of time to think when I was on the sideline and everyone else was practicing. Me and the other fullback weren’t getting any reps at all.” Kyle said he thought he was doing well at UC, even making the travel squad, but the switch to a spread attack wasn’t made

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for his talents. “It was really disappointing,” he said. “Towards the end, I just kept thinking to myself, ‘if the offense stays this way, this is just not me. I want to go somewhere and play football.’ ” After a few weeks of “stressful, hard thinking,” Nutter decided to play football somewhere else. “I started calling my parents on what to do,” he said. “I loved Cincinnati, but I wanted to play football. Playing the game of football trumps everything else. If I wasn’t going to play, it wasn’t going to work out for me. I’m not one of those guys who just wants to be a part of the team. The coaches were understanding. They didn’t have any hard feelings.” The situation was much different for David Nutter, who won all sorts of awards following the 2013 season.

Game on April 26 in Dayton, rushed for 1,700 yards last season. He was also a firstteam All-Northern Buckeye Conference linebacker, yet he couldn’t get a serious offer from any D-I schools. “Malone was my only Division II offer, really,” he said, adding that he chose Malone, for starters, because the Pioneers run an offensive scheme that fits the Nutter running back mold. “They run the ball a lot,” David said. “They run an offense where we can both be used at the same time. That’s the best part, being able to play with your brother again, just like high school. The coaches are great. They (Pioneers) play in Canton and it’s such a good football town. There is so much history there and it’s such a good community for football.” Kyle, who is eligible to play in 2014, said looking for a new school after Cincinnati was made easier after he and his brother decided they’d like to play together again. They will both major in exercise science at Malone. “We spend a lot of time together and we’re best friends,” Kyle said. “We thought it would be cool to play football together again if it was possible. The best way for us to do that was to go to a system of offense that runs more than one running back. Malone has my major, the facilities are nice and the GLIAC is a good conference. I loved the coaches and met a lot of guys on the team briefly and made some good relationships.” Genoa coach Tim Spiess said he spoke with Malone running backs coach Adam Chase during the recruitment of both Nutter brothers. “I told (Chase), ‘you realize you just became a much smarter coach,” Spiess said. “David and Kyle are great people. They’re outstanding students and players. Our motto at Genoa is ‘Be the best,’ and they live that example. They’re going to be on the field together, and not many colleges can offer that opportunity.” David said the recruiting process was “crazy,” and he’s excited to play at the next level. “You want to go Division I and you have your preferences on schools,” he said, “but it doesn’t always go your way. Malone plays in a good, competitive league and it just felt good to sign.”

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Genoa track and field thrower Logan Bryer was relieved to finally make it official this week after signing a national letter of intent to compete for the University of Kentucky next fall. Bryer, 17, said he had been restlessly counting down the days until he signed with the Wildcats, where he will throw the hammer, weight and discus for UK coach Edrick Floreal. “Going through the recruiting process was stressful, making sure you’re not counting anybody out,” Bryer said. “It’s off my plate, and now that I’ve decided where I’m going to go, it’s a big relief. I’ll be able to have fun my senior (track) season and not worry about where I’m going to go to college.” The 6-foot, 230-pound Bryer is currently ranked No. 3 in the nation in the indoor weight throw (35 pounds) by MileSplit. He signed his letter of intent in front of several family members at the Genoa School Board office, including his mother, Kellie Keaton; father, Josh Bryer; grandfather, Harry Bryer; and brothers and sisters Josh Jr., Landon, and Alexis Bryer and stepsister, Ava Shepard. Logan said he picked Kentucky for several reasons. He also considered LSU, Nebraska and Cincinnati. “I chose Kentucky because, No. 1, the education there is top notch,” Bryer said. “Number two, I felt the coaching staff and the training partners I would be training with for four years and my comfortability of my visit all felt right compared to other schools. A lot of factors fit into one, and I felt that was the perfect choice. The campus is beautiful.” Another former Genoa track and field standout, Brad Szypka, is a junior thrower at Kentucky and has fared quite well in Lexington. Szypka reached the NCAA Outdoor Championships in 2013, and he took fourth in the shot put at the 2013 Southeastern Conference Indoor Championships.

Genoa senior Logan Bryer throwing the discus. (Press file photo by Harold Hamilton/ HEHphotos. smugmug.com) Bryer said he and Szypka are good friends and have trained together, but added that his relationship with Szypka had “zero” effect on his decision to go to UK. “His role in my life is like a big brother in the training aspect of things,” Bryer said. “We’re tight friends and he pushes me to do better. I knew he would be gone (from UK) after my freshman year, so I had to make

sure I was comfortable without him there. Him being there was like an extra perk.” Bryer is Genoa’s school record-holder in the discus (189 feet, 10 inches) and was the state runner-up at the Division II state meet (177-04) in 2012. Bryer did not qualify for the state meet last spring as a junior, which he said is giving him motivation for this upcoming season.

“I fouled out at regionals in the shot last year and had a terrible meet at regionals in the discus,” he said. “That’s part of my motivation for this year, to come out strong. I just wasn’t on my game at all last year. It was one of the most devastating defeats in my life as an athlete. I didn’t play my senior year of football just so I could train. I trained all year round and it’s going to continue to motivate me on the outdoor season and continue on to college.” Genoa Athletic Director Todd Witt called Bryer a “tireless” worker. “He is a very dedicated weightlifter, very goal oriented and very athletic,” Witt said. “The University of Kentucky will be a better track and field team when he shows up next year.” Bryer said he plans to enter college with an undeclared major, then go into business after two years. His father, a former thrower at Springfield High School, owns his own construction business. Bryer said he gave Kentucky throw coach Andrew Ninow his verbal commitment two weeks ago. “He was very happy,” Bryer said. “He knew it was a tight battle recruiting-wise and he did all he could. He was happy I chose for the right reasons and chose their program. They want me to be a contender for the NCAA title.”

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Elmore

Elmore Book Discussion Group meets the fourth Thurs. of the month at 11 a.m. at the Elmore Library. Call 419-862-2482 for info. Storytime for Preschool-Age Children Wed. at 11 a.m. at the Elmore Library, 328 Toledo St. Call the library at 419-862-2482 for more info. Elmore Senior Center-Elmore Golden Oldies, Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 19225 Witty Rd. Lunch served Tues. & Thurs. at noon. Reservations required by 10 a.m. the day before. Blood pressure & blood sugar checks the 4th Tues. of the month; bingo the 4th Tues. of the month after lunch. Reservations: 419-862-3874. Elmore Conservation Club Trap Shooting every Wed. from 6-9 p.m. and every Sat. from 5-9 p.m. Questions: 419-392-1112.

Fremont

Free Hands-On Computer Basics Classes offered Wednesdays and Fridays Feb. 19, 21, 26 and 28 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Birchard Library. Registration is required and may be completed by calling 419-334-7101, ext. 216.

Genoa

All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast featuring pancakes and sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy Feb. 23, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Genoa Legion Hall, 302 West St. Carryouts available. For hall rental info, call Tom at 419-460-3265. Christian Moms’ Group meets from 9:30-11:30 a.m. the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month January through May at Our Lady of Lourdes. The group is open to all moms who desire encouragement and support in the vocation of motherhood. For info, contact Patti Greenhill at 419-862-0128 or email pattijsd@yahoo.com. Tail Waggin’ Tutors Therapy Dogs visit the Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. the 3rd Wed. of the month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Children may practice their oral reading skills by reading aloud to the dogs. Storytimes for preschoolage children are held Tues. at 11 a.m.; Morning Book Discussion Group meets the 3rd Thurs. of the month at 9:30 a.m.; Evening Book Discussion Group meets the 3rd Tues. of the month at 7 p.m.; Adult Craft Classes offered the 1st Mon. of the month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call the library at 419855-3380 to register. Genoa Senior Center 514 Main St., serves lunch Mon., Wed. & Fri., 11:30 a.m. (call 419-855-4491 for reservations). Card playing Mon. & Wed. at 12:30 p.m.; blood sugar checks offered the 2nd Wed. of the month; bingo Mon. at 9:30 a.m. Trinity Thrift Shop, 105 4th St., hours are Fri. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Clothes & small household items available at reasonable prices. Proceeds benefit mission projects. Genoa Community Food Pantry Open monthly on the 3rd Thurs.3:30-5:30 p.m. and the following Saturday of the same week, 10 a.m. - noon. Serving those who are in Genoa School District. Proper ID and billing address within the district required. Pantry is located at Christ Community Church, 303 West 4th St. Info: 419-855-8539 or 419-341-0913.

Gibsonburg Bookworms Book Club will meet the last Thurs. of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Gibsonburg Branch of Birchard Library. The Bookworms will meet for light refreshments and good discussion about a book that members chose at the prior meeting. For info or to reserve a copy of the book, call 419-6372173. Active Seniors invited to Meet & Eat at Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Lunches every weekday, educational and social programs, health assessments and more. Transportation and homedelivered meals available. 419-637-7947.

Graytown

Red Cross Blood Drive, Feb. 22, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC, 18045 W. William St. Make an appointment at redcrossblood.org Free Family Movie Night & Popcorns Elliston Zion UMC, 18045 W. William St. “Free Birds” Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. and “Frozen” March 28 at 7 p.m.

Lake Twp.

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Chili & Soup Cook-off Feb. 22, Lake Twp. Administration Bldg., 27975 Cummings Rd. New this year, baked goods may be entered as well. Registration at noon; judging at 1 p.m., public tasting (for donation). Prizes awarded. Preregistration suggested. Info: Ron Hanely at 419392-3235. Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by the fire department auxiliary every 3rd Mon. of the month, 5-7 p.m., Fire Station 1, 4505 Walbridge Rd.

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Millbury

Our auto body repair offers:

Pancake Breakfast Feb. 16, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Millbury Fire Hall. Proceeds will benefit the Toledo Fire & Rescue Foundation honoring firefighters Machinski and Dickman. Chicken BBQ sponsored by the Millbury Firemaids March 2, 11 a.m. until sold out, Millbury Fire Hall. Tickets available at the door Dine in or drive-through. Prepared by BBQ Traveler.

Oak Harbor

Fish Fry Feb. 21, 4-7:30 p.m., American Legion Post #114, 221 Park St. Sandwiches and dinners available. Dine in or carry out. Public welcome. Food for Thought Food Pantry at Oak Harbor Alliance Chapel, 11805 W. SR 105, the last Wed. of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. Info: 419-707-3664. Ottawa Co. Board of Developmental Disabilities Monthly Board Meeting Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m. at the Board Office, 235 N. Toussaint South Rd. Meetings are open to the public. For info, call 419-898-0400.

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Pemberville

Pemberville Area Senior Center at Bethlehem Lutheran Church provides programs & activities for adults 60 & over. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-F. Lunch served at noon. Community Food Pantry at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 220 Cedar St. open M-Th, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (excluding holidays). Open to Eastwood School District residents. ID & proof of residency required. Info available at Pemberville churches.

Walbridge

Euchre Tournament March 1, 1 p.m. until finished, Walbridge VFW Post 9963, 109 N. Main St. $10 entry fee includes lunch. First-, second- and thirdplace cash prizes. Fourth place wins free entry to next tournament. No smoking or food and drink to be brought in. Sponsored by the Men’s Auxiliary. Piece of Walbridge History event March 5, 1 p.m., Walbridge Branch Library, 108 N. Main St. Share stories and photos, enjoy a cup of coffee and learn about Walbridge. Info: 419-666-9900/ Walbridge Library, 108 N. Main St., offers the following programs: Family Storytime Tues. at 11 a.m.; Arts & Crafts for kids of all ages Wed. at 4 p.m. Mystery Book Club meets the 4th Mon. at 1 p.m. (discussion of “Frozen Heat” by Richard Castle on Feb. 24); For info, call 419-666-9900 or visit wcdpl.org.

Woodville

Woodville Township Trustees will hold their regular meetings in 2014 on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Fiscal Office at the Woodville Township Fire Station, 321 East Main St. Woodville Public Library, 101 E. Main St., Storytimes, Mondays, 7 p.m., featuring stories and crafts. Lego Club (grades K-6), meets the 1st Sat. of the month from 10-11 a.m..; KidzArt (grades K-6) meets the 1st Sat. of the month from 11-11:45 a.m. Info: 419-849-2744 or www.birchard.lib. oh.us/Wdv.htm. Pete the Cat Party Feb. 19, 7 p.m., Woodville Public Library, 101 E. Main St. Stories, crafts and cupcakes.

Hear the story of stepping into every county in the U.S.

Our Transitions Page is the perfect environment if you have announcements for births, birthdays, graduations, engagements, weddings, anniversaries, memorials, cards of thanks, successes and other occasions that deserve special mention. Call The Press at 419-836-2221 and speak to the Classified Department about placing an ad. The deadline is Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.

Precious Memories Dawn Harrison Engelhardt 7-12-1965 ~ 2-17-2013

In Appreciation

Nancy Weidner Retiring after 22 ½ years of service as Treasurer, Elmore Unit, Salvation Army

Happy 44th Wedding Anniversary

Connie Gallup!

Marge Brown, former mayor of the City of Oregon, will speak about her 20-year quest to set foot in all 3,143 counties, parishes or equivalent political subdivisions in the United States.

Thurs. Feb 20 at 12:30 p.m. at the East Toledo Senior Center. The talk is sponsored by the East Toledo Club and is open to the public. RSVP to Jodi at 419-691-1429, ext 213.

The Senior Center is located at 1001 White Street in Navarre Park between Woodville and Navarre.

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East 3-bdrm lower $425/month, 3 bedroom upper $425/month, 1.5 bedroom upper $325/month plus deposit/utilities. appliances, washer/dryer hookups, no pets. 419-691-3074 East Houses Genesee Street 3-bedroom, bsmt, $450 Clark Street 4-bedroom, garage, $575 419-855-7250 East Toledo, 2 bedroom house, very nice and well maintained. $500 + deposit. Cozy 1 bedroom upper, all utilities paid, $435. 419-787-6043 East Toledo, Genesee Street 1-bedroom upper apartment, $475/month, all utilities furnished, near bus line, no pets. Butler Street Nice Large 2 bedroom upper, $425/mo., + utilities. 1 small pet considered Caledonia Street 1 bedroom upper $375/mo., + utilities 419-698-9058 Elmore, 3-bedroom, basement, A/C, stove, w/d hookup, no smoking/pets, $675 plus deposit. 419-862-2832

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Genoa twinplex, 2 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, no pets allowed, $485/mo. 419-277-1749. Home for rent/sale. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, dining room, living room, kitchen, appliances, full basement. 3637 Burton Ave., West Toledo. $600/mo., + utilities. 419-349-4948 Northwood house, rent to own, 3bedroom, 2-bath, 2-car garage, C/A, $795/month. 419-855-7250

FOR SALE 119.7 acres (87.6 tillable, 32.1 woods) Location: Co. Rd. 41, 1/3 mile east of Co. Rd. 32 (31/2 miles east of US23) on north side of road. Sandusky Co. parcel numbers: 24-10-00-0004-00 and 24-10-00-0005-00 Ă´ RI ÂżHOG LV GHHS ULFK PHUPLOO VRLO 3ULRU \LHOGV &DEEDJH Âą WRQV SHU DFUH WRPDWRHV Âą WRQV SHU DFUH FRUQ Âą EXVKHOV SHU DFUH &RPSOHWHO\ WLOHG HYHU\ IHHW %LGV VKRXOG EH VXEPLWWHG WR -DFRE 0 /RZHQVWHLQ YLD )D[ DW RU HPDLO WR MPORZHQVWHLQ#VNLYHUODZ FRP on RU EHIRUH WKH FORVH RI EXVLQHVV RQ )HEUXDU\ 3OHDVH LQFOXGH FRQWDFW LQIRUPDWLRQ DORQJ ZLWK ELG Serious bidders will be invited to PHHW DW KLV RIÂżFH ORFDWHG DW 28350 Kensington Ln., Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 on Tuesday, March 4, 2013 at 3:00 IRU VXEPLVVLRQ RI ÂżQDO ELG Owner reserves right to refuse any or all bids. Questions may be directed to owner, Donald Knepper, at 419-260-0533

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OREGON/STARR SCHOOLS 3 bedroom house, full basement, 2½ car garage, sun porch, dining room, remodeled bath/kitchen, $1,100/mo. Rent, or will consider rent-to-own. 419-360-3776 or 419-691-6442 Oregon/Starr schools, 3-bedroom ranch, basement, 2-car attached garage, appliances included, quiet neighborhood, fenced yard, $1,050/month plus deposit. 419-2665793. PERRYSBURG, 2 bedroom apt., appliances, A/C, laundry hookup, water included, no pets/non-smoking, $540/mo. 419-972-8003 Stony Ridge, 24665 Hickory Court 2bed, C/A, extra lockable storage, coin-op w/d, garbage paid, toy dogs neutered, front declawed cats, $675/month 419-266-5863 for appt.

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NEW PRICE ! 19474 W Witty ELMORE - $132,000 Spacious 1-story Elmore home on almost an acre of land. 3 bedrooms, 1 full & 2 half baths, eat-in kitchen w/new appliances, LR with hardwood floor & cove ceiling, den/FR/bdrm (you choose), sunroom, 1st floor laundry, attached 2.5 car garage. Call Nancy Keller 419-7071472 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804.

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Waterville Historical duplex for rent or sale. Spacious 2-3 bedrooms, appliances, storage, separate yards, additional storage available in barn. 419-261-3949

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1403 West State Street Fremont, OH 43420 419-333-TEAM (8326) NEW LISTINGS! GIBSONBURG‌ All Brick, 3BR, 2.5BA country ranch, huge eat-in kitchen, lrg deck, att 2.5 car garage, 1 acre fenced in yard, 20x40 heated outbldg. Gibsonburg schools. $159,900 SP4133 GIBSONBURG... WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN BUY? 3BR, 1.5 story home featuring spacious kitchen w/many newer cabinets, main floor lndry & 2 full baths. Updates since 2003: roof, furnace & windows. Det garage. Fenced in backyard w/hot tub that can stay! $79,900 Sp4130 CHECK THESE OUT! HELENA... 1.23 ACRES & OVER 3100sqft. Very open floorplan. Country-sized kitchen opens to dining area & huge FR w/new flooring in 2013. Formal LR & DR. Mstr Suite. Att 3 car garage. Partial bsmnt. Fenced yard w/kennels & shed. Sp3920 HELENA‌ GREAT COUNTRY LIVING‌ 3BR, 2 Bath ranch home w/over 2400sqft. Lrg Family Room. 2 car garage & 24x22 newer barn. Large deck w/a great view. SP3693

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Absolute Auction of Farmland Tues, March 11, 2014,

11:37am 96+/- ACRES SELLING TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER OFFERED in 2 TRACTS or as a COMBINATION BALLVILLE & SANDUSKY TWPS, SANDUSKY CO, OH AUCTION LOCATION: Sycamore Hills Golf Course Banquet Hall, 3728 Hayes Ave (St Rt 6 W), Fremont, OH. Drinks & Light lunch courtesy of Baker Bonnigson will be offered. PROPERTY LOCATIONS: Take St Rt 6 just East of Sycamore Hills. Watch for signs! TRACT #1: 60.98+/- Acres being part of Parcel #10-06-00-0009-00 in Ballville Twp, NW Section 6, with frontage and access on St Rt 6 W, 56.93+/- Acres per FSA records tillable w/3.5+/- acres of wooded land near the SW corner. This tract is tiled w/tile maps available and soil types being mostly Hotyville. TRACT #2: 36+/- Acres being part of Parcel #13-31-00-0010-00 in Sandusky Twp SW Section 31 w/frontage on St Rt 6 with 34+/- Acres per FSA records tillable and tiled w/maps available. The soil types being mostly Kibbie AUCTION BY ORDER OF MICHAEL FAMILY Clyde, Carolyn, Wayne, Richard, David & Bruce Go to Website or call the Office for complete terms & more info WM BAKER & KEN BONNIGSON, CAI Office 419-547-7777

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Build your own beauty business from home. You are invited to discover the FINANCIAL FREEDOM offered by Avon's unlimited earning potential. Call today for your FREE consultation. 419-666-5680 Day Shift Mechanic Woodville, Ohio The Olen Corporation is looking for a day shift mechanic for their aggregate operation in Woodville, Ohio. Requirements include a valid class B CDL license, basic knowledge in troubleshooting and repairs of electrical, hydraulic, power train and engine components. Competitive wages, excellent benefits. Send resumes to Meagan Tener at PO Box 226 Fredericktown, Ohio 43019 email; mmt@kokosing.biz or fax 740-694-1481. EOE Drivers: Carter Express-Now Hiring. CDL-A: Lots of Miles. Great Pay/Benefits & Bonuses. Dedicated Solo Routes. Home Weekly. No Slip Seat. No Touch, Newer Equipment. (855) 222-3243 Drivers: Home Daily! And great Revenue! Paid Tolls! Sound too good to be true? Triple Crown is in need of Owner Operators. Class A CDL and late model tractor needed. Or we have lease purchase program Call today! 888-992-5609 Drivers: OTR & Regional Home Weekly/Bi Weekly Guaranteed! Paid Weekly + Monthly Bonuses 90% No Touch/70% Drop & Hook Paid Loaded & Empty/Rider Program BC/BS, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401k etc. 877704-3773 Drivers; Home Weekends! Competitive Wages! Paid Vacation, Personal Days, Health, Dental, 401k. No-touch Freight. Dedicated. 24hr dispatch. CDL-A. 419-465-2100 Dump Truck Drivers, Semi Dump and Lowboy Drivers. Must have CDL A or B and clean driving record. Pay $15-$20 based on experience. Call 419-849-2057 Heavy Mechanic with background in suspension, diesel engine repair, clutch and transmission replacement. Must be able to inspect, diagnose, trouble shoot and complete repairs timely on semis, trailers and heavy equipment as needed. Must have own basic tools/box. Send resume with references to Diesel Mechanic, PO Box 473, Fremont, Ohio 43420 or call 419-849-2057. Help wanted screen printer. Please send resume to: P. O. Box 197, Elmore, OH. 43416 or email to: applications@cros.net MIG Welder Position Open $11.00 per hour starting Final pay based on production and other applicable skills. Email resume to: tfager37@yahoo.com or call 419-855-2083

Northwood and Oregon Industrial Openings We are recruiting for entry level assembly and manufacturing jobs. Great Opportunity for long term positions that can possibly lead to hire with an increase in pay. Pay rate is $8.00 per hour. 2nd and 3rd shift openings available. Drug and Bkg checks will be conducted. HS Diploma or GED is required. Call MANPOWER for appointment and mention this ad. 419-893-4413 Office Manager-Full time, for Marina. Salary commensurate with experience. Bookkeeper/receptionist and other miscellaneous office work, must be proficient with accounting practices (Quick Books/Microsoft Office). Work week during spring and fall will be 6 days a week, Typical work week will be Thursday through Monday during the summer. Send inquiries/resumes to apointejob@gmail.com Part-time Secretarial Position in a warehouse environment in Northwood. Business Hours: Example 9am to 2pm can be flexible. 419-836-1046, call for initial phone interview.

Part-time work available: Looking for individuals to show short fire safety videos, 2 to 3 nights a week. (Pay $200/$300 a week) Must have reliable transportation. Please call 419-787-1780 Quality Control Technician Kokosing Materials Inc. operates 15 asphalt plants in Ohio and produces high quality asphalt products & services. KMI is looking for a QC Technician in the Woodville/Toledo area. Responsible person with good mathematical skills needed to perform testing services on Ohio Department of Transportation projects for large paving contractor. Responsibilities will include asphalt testing and analysis, aggregate testing, density testing on asphalt pavements, and profilograph work on finished roadway. ODOT Level 2 or ODOT Level 3 certified technician preferred; training is available for qualified candidates. Competitive wage, excellent benefits. Send resume to Kokosing Materials, Inc., Attn: QC Rep 215 Oak Street, Mansfield, OH 44907 email: kld@kokosing.biz or fax: 866-557-8023. EOE Ready Mix Concrete Driver, pay based upon experience. Send resume with references to Mixer Driver, PO Box 473, Fremont, Ohio 43420 Ready Mix Concrete Driver, pay based upon experience. Send resume with references to Mixer Driver, PO Box 1064, Sandusky, Ohio 44870 Regional janitorial company looking for detailed and reliable people to fill several part-time janitorial positions. Evening and weekend shifts available. Great opportunities for advancement. Reliable transportation required. To apply, visit www.cleanteamclean.com or call (419) 537-8770 for information. SALES OPPORTUNITY NABF College World Series media publications/sponsorship. Commission only. Call 419-936-3887, leave name and phone number. TESCO has an opening for a Marketing Associate. The candidate will work with the Marketing Manager and sales staff to market our products nationally. Associates or Bachelors degree in marketing required. Send resume to hr@tescobus.com TESCO has an opening for a parttime bookkeeper. Experience in AP, AR, fixed assets and account reconciliations required. Candidate must be proficient in Excel. Send resume to hr@tescobus.com. WILLING TO EDUCATE Highly Motivated individual for rewarding career in financial services. Call 866-433-7816 for more information

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Solomon Lutheran School seeks Christian State certified Kindergarten teacher for the start of the 2014-15 school year and Summer Child Care Director/Aide beginning in June. Applicants should send resume with references to nschiets@ solomon.pvt.k12.oh.us.

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Doing Daycare in my Northwood home, transportation available and am very reasonable. Can work AM or PM. Also do elderly care and housekeeping. Call Lori 419-6911275 Leave message. Experienced Caregiver, Excellent References, Full or Part-Time, 419-269-5402

Experienced IT Professional looking for FT work, college degree with management experience. Please call 419-350-3132 Handy Man looking for Work Home repairs, Painting, Concrete, Plumbing, Siding, Windows, Gas Lines, Sub pumps. 24 years experience and fully insured. 419-307-0548 Honest, Dependable, Experienced Caregiver, Giving TLC, Excellent References, Full/Part-time 419-836-9723 or 419-269-5402 I do elderly care-home assistance , part-time. References upon request. 419-836-5293 I will work any shift. Reliable transportation. Any hours, any days. I am willing to do most any kind of work. 419-559-9235. TLC, does your loved one need quality care? 20 years experience caring for elderly, CHHA, CR/PN, Leave message for Helen 419-5429619 or 330-759-6814

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IF YOU UNDERWENT TESTOSTERONE THERAPY FOR LOW-T and suffered a heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism or a loved one died while undergoing Testosterone therapy between 2000 and present time, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727.

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Rest Lawn, Memorial Park, 4 connected lots in Garden Of Gethsemane, $1,500.00, 419-638-3995 Restlawn Memorial Park, 4 Connected Lots in Garden of Good Shepherd. $1,200.00. Call 419-287-4114 Two Cemetery Plots, Veterans Section, Rest Lawn, Make offer, Call Bob 419-410-3237.

TRUCK DRIVER Helena Chemical Company is looking for experienced Truck Drivers for Seasonal Work (6 to 8 weeks). This position will make deliveries, load and unload product, utilize a forklift, and perform General Warehouse Duties. Class A CDL and the ability to operate a Forklift required. Pre-employment Drug Screen required. Must be 21 years of age. For consideration please call 419-855-7778 and have resume available. Notice of Civil Service Examination City of Northwood, Ohio for Patrolman, Entry Level; Utility Worker and Custodian Application Deadline Extended The Northwood Civil Service Commission will administer a written examination for the following positions: “Police Patrolman� for the Police Department of the City of Northwood, Ohio. Candidates will take a Civil Service Examination on March 18 at 6:30 p.m. Utility Worker for the City of Northwood. Candidates will take a Civil Service Examination on March 11, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. also Custodian for the City of Northwood. Candidates will take a Civil Service Examination on March 25, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. All tests will be given in the Josie Reinhart Community Center, behind the Northwood Municipal Building, 6000 Wales Road, Northwood, Ohio 43619. The Application deadline has been extended until Monday, February 24, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. Interested Candidates can find further information reference this examination by going to the website for the City of Northwood (ci.northwood.oh.us) or picking up a copy of the application at the City of Northwood Municipal Building. An Equal Opportunity Employer

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House Cleaning. Do you love to clean? Do you like to have evenings and weekends off? We provide all supplies and company car. We just need you! For more information call 419-873-0948, M-F, 9-4. EOE

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2 French Provincial End Tables. Leather styled inlay top. Early 1960's vintage. $60.00. 419-836-9754

4-PC. Living room outfit Chocolate, purchased Nov. 2013 to large! Asking-$2,200 419-3508319 Misc. Furniture. Cloth Rocking Chair, medium brown, barely used, $25. Bar Stool Chair, blue cloth with back 26� high $10. Two Retro Lamps from early 1960's, $20 each, Call 419-836-9754.

5 Garden Rakes and 1 Snow Shovel, $15. Call 419-836-9754. 9 Assorted Grout Trowels & Plaster, Cement Stirrer. $50.00 Call 419260-8174 Cabbage Patch Dolls $5 each and other Collectibles. 419-855-7038. Door Weather Strip. Universal Door Jamb. 36� standard. Never used, still in wrapper. $5. 36� wide roll of packing paper, $5. Call 419836-9754. Call

Go Kart, 1 Seat, 8 Horsepower, 3 years old, Like New, $500.00 OBO, 419-638-3995. Old Kerosene Heater. Looks antique. $5. Call 419-836-9754.

Squiggy here is looking for a valentine! He is about 2 years old and is an enthusiastic playful boy looking for an active home. He has been patiently waiting at the shelter for several months to find a home. He came into the Lucas County Canine Care & Control (FKA the Lucas County Dog Warden) as a stray and he along with 50+ other lovable canines are all looking to share their love and warmth with a new family. Come meet them today at 410 S Erie St Toledo, 419-213-2800, open MonFri 11-7, Sat & Sun 11-7. Impounded as well as adoptable dogs can be viewed on PetHarbor.com. Stay up to date with all the happenings at LCCC&C on FaceBook, and lucascountydogs.com. Sat Feb 15th 11-5 - third Annual Puppy Love Adoption event, complete with doggie speed dating and a puppy kissing booth!

Cadillac Head Gasket Repair Is your Northstar engine losing coolant? Have it tested free at TMZ Automotive. 419-837-9700.

Various hubcaps found near large pothole on Woodville Road near Sunoco Refinery and on the Anthony Wayne Trail at the Collingwood Road exit and entrance ramps over the last few months. For more info, call 419-389-4875 or 419836-2221 ext. 24.

2001 Dodge Dakota, Flame Red, 2wheel drive, Excellent Condition, Showroom! Never Smoked In, $3,000.00 OBO. 419-356-3562.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Annual Financial report of the Village of Elmore for fiscal year 2013 has been completed. The report is available for inspection at the office of the Fiscal Officer at: 344 Rice St., Elmore, Ohio 43416 Sheri Hayes Fiscal Officer

FURNITURE LIQUIDATION AUCTION 2544 N. Reynolds Road, Toledo Sunday, February 23rd at 1:00 pm Couches, beds, table and chairs, mattress, and much more. All new and sells absolute, will sell to the highest bidder. No Minimum - No Reserve!

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Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds - Fremont, OH Saturday - 9:37 am: Farm, Const., Large Equipment Sunday - 9:37 am: Lawn & Garden; Landscaping; Building Materials; Shop Tools; Golf Carts; ATVs; Misc

Consignments Wanted: Call 419-547-7777 This is an excellent opportunity to liquidate complete farm inventory or if you have a small estate or un-needed items around the farm. NO JUNK, TIRES, or TITLED VEHICLES.

NOTICE: Consignments will be received Fri. March 14th thru Wed. March 19th at the Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds from 9-6 pm daily. NO Consignments taken on Thursday, Friday or Days of Auction Last year’s auction sold over 5,600 lots with over 2,700 registered bidders buying from 4 auction rings on Saturday and 5 auction rings on Sunday. Watch the Web for listings, photos, terms & conditions

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Cycleman We repair Chinese Pocket Bikes and Scooters, and Mopeds, many parts available, also repair motorcycles, Call Wed. - Sat (10-6pm) 419-244-2525.

2003 Dodge 2500 4x4, Quad Cab, 217k w/2010 Cargo King enclosed trailer. $12,000 OBO. Will separate. 605-516-0018

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2003 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab, 82,000 miles, 4x4, Good Condition, Car Starter, CD Player, Truck Box, 3.9 Liter V6 with towing package. Asking $6,250 OBO. 419-343-3359

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Orchard Villa, a 158 bed skilled nursing and rehab center, located in Oregon, Ohio is in need of nursing assistants for all shifts. We are accepting applications for STATE TESTED as well as TEST READY nursing assistants. If you are interested in a stable management team dedicated to providing the best care possible to our residents, apply in person at: Orchard Villa 2841 Munding Drive (off Isaac Streets Drive) Oregon, Ohio 43616 FAX - (419) 697-4101 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Benefits include: Competitive Wages 2nd & 3rd Shift Differential Weekend Differential Flexible Spending Accounts Health, Dental Coverage Employee Assistance Program

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Huge Rummage Sale! Dunberger Post 4925 Pickle Road Oregon Donation drop offs March 10 & 11 9 am – 4pm Sale dates March 12-14 9am – 4pm and March 15 9am - noon

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— PUBLIC NOTICE — Woodville Township is considering contracting with Harris Township, Ottawa County and with the Villaage of Elmore, Ottawa County, to form a Joint Economic Development District (JEDD). The meeting to co onsider this contract is to be held at the Woodville Township Fire Station, 321 East Main Street, Wood dville, on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 7 p.m. Until the meeting, documents relating to the JEDD may be viewed at the Woodville Public Library, or the Fiscal Office of the Township, 321 East Main Stree et, Woodville, (419) 849-2492. These documents include a copy of the proposed contract, a description of the area to be included in the district, a map of the district including zoning information, and d a schedule of emergency services to be offered. At the meeting, public comments and recommendation ns will be received by the Board of Trustees of Woodville Township. Lori Kepus, Fiscal Officer

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