VOLUME 47 No. 51
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Michael Kilroy, left, announces the board is removing Geoff Palmer as superintendent, as board members Dan Thoreson and Ben Kotowski look on. Palmer is seated at right.
WG Superintendent to be Reassigned in June Board President Declines to Explain Decision By Gwen Cooper West Geauga Schools Board of Education voted last Monday night to reassign Superintendent Geoffrey Palmer to a newly-created position of special assistant for transition, effective June 13, and appoint Michael Nutter, of Columbus, to the position of interim superintendent on that date. Palmer, who is serving his second year in a three-year contract, will be paid his original base salary of about $111,000 through the remainder of his contract term, ending July 31, 2015. He is currently paid about $140,0 0 0 per year including insurance and other benefits, said board member Dan Thoreson Monday, May 5. According to a joint statement read by board President Michael Kilroy, Palmer will pro-
vide assistance on special projects and other transition-related duties at the direction of the interim superintendent. News of Palmer’s reassignment ignited a strong response on the Chesterland News’ Facebook page. The overwhelming majority of comments expressed support for Palmer and criticism of board members, particularly Kilroy. Board member Tom Phelps posted a comment indicating he could not give specifics on Palmer’s reassignment for legal reasons. “But I can say, I was given a paper he signed alone asking for reassignment and I voted to agree with his wishes,” Phelps wrote. He later posted another comment, reaffirming Palmer’s request of reassignment was “his choice,” adding he understands “there is a lot of heat on the board” and that
he is “trying to do the right thing and work as one of five.” Reached by phone May 5, Phelps said it was his belief at the April 28 meeting that Palmer had asked for the reassignment. “This is frustrating on all sides,” Phelps said. “I would have never voted for the reassignment if I had thought Palmer opposed it. I had just returned from vacation and was handed the letter of agreement between the board and Palmer. It was signed by Palmer, which indicated to me that those were his wishes.” Phelps, who chairs the personnel committee for the board said there were communications issues between the board and Palmer. “There was a disciplinary letter sent to an employee that I questioned because there were problems with it and it had to be redone,” he said. “I asked
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Members of the community attending the meeting gave Palmer a standing ovation after he addressed the crowd, thanking them for their support.
Palmer for an explanation as the head of the committee, but I was not given any response.” Also reached by phone Monday, Thoreson concurred he believed the reassignment was Palmer’s idea. “When we held our board
retreat in February, shortly after I joined the board, I asked Palmer if he liked being the superintendent at West G,” Thoreson explained. “(Palmer) said, ‘I’ll have to get back to
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Recycling Committee OK on Hold Department Heads Share Chester Group Still Unofficial Due to Legal Questions
Goals with Chester Trustees
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By Diane Ryder
The Chester Township Recycling Committee remains an unofficial group of volunteers, after trustees decided Thursday not to formalize it until questions of legality could be answered. The formal acknowledgement of the committee was on Thursday’s agenda, but Trustee Mike Petruziello questioned whether that was necessary. “Once you set up a committee, it’s hard to dissolve it,” Petruziello said, adding an all-
volunteer group could work together without official recognition. The committee was listed on the agenda as Ken Radtke, Bud Kinney, Ken Mantey, Chris Kiec, Emily Witschi, Petruziello Kim Alabasi and Travis Lemmings. It has held two meetings during the past month. Trustee Bud Kinney said it is important to set up a formal committee to make sure it is
complying with the Ohio Revised Code. “A committee can run afoul of the Sunshine Law unless you manage them properly,” Kinney said. “They must have the same level of openness as anything else in the public domain or you could wind up with problems in the future. (My) experience is that’s always been the case.”
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In an effort to increase communication among trustees, department heads and the public, Chester Township Trustees invited Road Superintendent Rob Pealer, Fire Chief John Wargelin and Police Chief Mark Purchase to attend Thursday’s meeting and discuss their budgets and goals. “We want to make our department heads available to the public once a month and give a monthly report,” Trustee Ken Radtke explained to about
seven residents Thursday. Trustee Bud Kinney added department heads are asked to discuss their spending plans and immediate needs as well as their objectives. Pealer told trustees the bad winter used 2,000 tons of salt and caused 885 hours of overtime, using $45,0 0 0 of the $64,000 budgeted for salaries. “How do we get around scheduling overtime?” Trustee Mike Petruziello asked Pealer. “I don’t schedule overtime,”
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Return to Oz with Plenty Of Local Munchkin Talent By Jamie Ward It’s a fact that many young people have started their acting careers as munchkins. The same is true in Geauga Lyric Theater Guild’s production of “The Wizard of Oz.” “Some of them are experiencing their first time on stage,” said director John Ballantyne, “so I think it will bring them back for more.”
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contract to expire in 2015. Instead, he pushed to buy him out, creating a phony job for him that doesn’t even specify duties or how many hours he will work. The contract even allows him to take another full time job. It is a fig leaf for the board to hide behind while spending over...how much? Our legal counsel and treasurer could not tell me because it all depends on how much the new superintendent is paid to do the job we’re paying Palmer to not do.” Phelps also said he did not know the terms of Nutter’s employment and compensation. Thoreson said he was not at liberty to talk about it. Dottore could not be reached for comment and Kilroy, who the board office deffered questions of Nutter’s salary to, is out of town. However, as The News-Herald recently reported, Nutter is going to be paid $420 per day for services rendered three days per week, according to interim Treasurer Dan Wilson. At the April 28 board meeting, former school board member Kathy Leavenworth addressed the board from the audience and voiced concern the board was engaging in reckless spending practices by paying for its legal counsel to attend board meetings and now for having to pay salaries for two superintendents. She also pointed out the board eliminated $250,000 in new revenue by voting to reduce the number of open enrollment students next year. After the meeting, Leavenworth said taxpayers most likely would see a new levy on the ballot much sooner than they should have as a result of the board’s “reckless” spending. Palmer’s voice wavered with emotion as he gave his remarks. “I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the students, parents, teachers, staff and community for the friendships you extended to me and my family,” Palmer said. “We are proud to be Wolverines.” The majority of the more than 100 people attending the meeting gave Palmer a standing ovation. “What happened in a month?” parent Adriana November asked Kilroy, without being recognized to speak. “Last month you assured us it wasn’t true that you were trying to get rid of the superintendent,” she said. “This board seems to decide what to do when it wants to without the public.” Kilroy responded, “We’re done with this subject.” Before moving on to other agenda items, Kilroy announced he was stepping down from his position as board president in September. After the meeting, Kilroy declined to state why Palmer was being removed as superintendent. “I’ll have to ask legal counsel,” he said. Kilroy further clarified that, prior to the board’s March meeting, he said it was not true that Palmer was being fired. “He’s not being fired,” Kilroy said. “He’s being reassigned.” After the meeting, Palmer was asked why the board would want to relieve him of his duties. “We have a different vision and different view of operations. It’s been two great years and my son has enjoyed getting a great education here,” Palmer said. “I still believe I have a lot to offer. I look forward to the next chapter of my life.” When asked, Nutter said he had served as a superintendent for three years in Green Schools before starting his own consulting firm. He said he would be spending three days a week working at West Geauga until the end of the school year. No salary or stipend was disclosed by the board to pay Nutter. The Chesterland News sister publication, the Geauga County Maple Leaf, has also submitted a public records request to West Geauga Schools asking for all documents and communications between and among the board and Palmer.
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crier May 10: Saint Anselm Spring Luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Consider celebrating Mother’s Day with Saint Anselm’s spring luncheon. The newly renovated Fowler’s Mill Country Club, 13095 Rockhaven Road, Chester Township, will host the event for $30 per adult and $20 per child under 12. There will be boutiques available from local vendors and appetizers while visitors shop. The boutiques will be open from 9 a.m. to noon. Call Bonnie Ramaska, 216407-2817, for more information.
5-8 p.m. Come support the West Geauga Bands at the Spring Fundraiser at Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. West Geauga Band Boosters are serving a spaghetti dinner catered by Bada-Bing Pizza. Dinners are $8 each. Eat in dinners include spaghetti, meatballs, salad, roll and beverage. Take out dinners are also available for $8 each (beverage not included). Desserts can be purchased separately. Band items, a variety of donated baskets will be for sale and there will be silent auction baskets. Band boosters supports all instrumental programs at West Geauga Schools.
May 13: Geauga County Genealogical Society 7 p.m. All are welcome to join at Chardon Library, 110 E Park St., Chardon, for the Geauga County Genealogical Society meeting/program.
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The park grew to include baseball and soccer fields, which are open to all local teams. It is now home to the Special Olympics Softball Tournament. Through the Special Olympics, Alcorn has become a proud supporter of adults with disabilities. He is taking on a new project that will tie the family business to the community members he has come to know and love. “The Green House Project” will provide fresh vegetables through Eddy Fruit Farm to the community at large all year round and will create jobs for adults with disabilities. The Red Cross event well be held at 4: 30 p.m. May 15 at the Bertram Inn in Aurora. Tickets are $40. For more information, contact Mary Williams at mary.williams6@redcross.org or call 330-535-2433.
The American Red Cross of Northeast Ohio announced seven area heroes who will be honored for their bravery, heroism and continued community support at the annual American Red Cross Real Heroes event. Among them is Bart Alcorn, of Chesterland, who will be recognized for creating Clay Eddy Fields Kiwanis Park and developing employment programs for area adults with disabilities. When his daughter was young, he saw a need for more athletic fields in the area. Alcorn, co-owner of Eddy Fruit Farm, started his own nonprofit organization and began raising funds to create the Clay Eddy Fields Kiwanis Park.
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them to residents. The boxes normally cost $200 to $400 each, the chief told trustees. from page 1 “This is a really nice program; feel Pealer replied, adding hours are deter- free to contact me for more information if anyone is interested,” Wargelin said. mined by road conditions. He told trustees one of his immediate He told trustees road crews are only goals is to make CPR classes available to called to work during the hours of 10 residents. p.m. and 2 a.m. if ice is forming and caus“It’s eye opening how few people ing unsafe driving conditions. know CPR,” he said. “We’re budgeting overtime,” Petruziello Wargelin told trustees he is institutsaid. “Why don’t we hire part-time workers a number of wellness programs to ing to reduce overtime in winter?” cut insurance and workers’ compensaPealer said that part-time workers tion costs. would have to be trained on the town“My biggest goal ship equipment or to develop our is risk causing damemergency response age and expensive plan for the commurepairs. My biggest goal is to nity,” Wargelin told “Obviously our emergency develop adding he trustees, we’ve got to start wants to customize response plan for the controlling costs,” the existing county Petruziello said. community. plan to meet ChesPealer agreed individual needs. ter’s – Fire Chief John Wargelin and told trustees He told trustees he could look at the Opticon procutting costs by gram, which would changing the snow equipment to traffic lights that add removal policy, concentrating on plowing would change them in an emergency, has the main roads. put on hold because of the cost. been “In Cleveland, they don’t do the back “I still think it’s worthwhile,” he told streets until the snow’s over; that could trustees, adding, however, unless donareduce overtime,” Pealer said. tions or grants are found, the project is Kinney said he believed Pealer on the back burner. now should look at technology-based soluPurchase told trustees he is also tions first. to cut down on overtime costs working Pealer told trustees he would like to by using patrolmen instead of sergeants purchase a “hot box” asphalt recycler when overtime is needed because using machine for the township. sergeants costs more. “Every township of any size has its “I take more shifts on the road own hot box,” Pealer told trustees. myself and my detectives take shifts, When Petruziello suggested borrowwhich avoids paying overtime and gets ing or sharing a “hot box” with another me out on the streets more,” Purchase township or the county, Pealer said that trustees. told would be unworkable because both comHe also plans to hire more part-time munities would need it at the same time. and institute a wellness propatrolmen “I’ve been through this sharing of gram to cut workers’ comp costs. equipment and it can become problematic,” “That’s a win-win-win all around,” Pealer told trustees. “It’s waiting for the Purchase said. “Our health improves, so table crumbs. I’m trying to look at and have there are lower absences, sick leave and the tools in my tool belt so I can plan.” overtime to fill in.” “And we want you to have the tools,” The police chief told trustees he is Petruziello assured him. using a Twitter account to help inform He told Pealer the county has a road residents and their families about emerplanning program and if he would use a gencies such as storms and flooding. He similar program, he might be able to rent is also updating the township’s crisis the equipment from the county or borresponse manual, which is in each cruiser. row it from another township. He said he has analyzed the calls from Used “hot boxes” are listed online last year and has found high numbers of from $24,000 to $35,000, according to assaults, fraud, domestic violence, properinformation found on the Internet. ty damage, theft, trespassing and burglaPealer said his goals include developries, most of which are drug related. ing better schedules and improving plan“Heroin is the source of a lot of our ning policies and procedures. crimes,” Purchase said. “It’s a real, real Wargelin told trustees his department problem because Chester is a gateway to will receive 105 “Knox boxes” that will Cuyahoga County.” allow emergency crews to access busi-
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Recycling from page 1 Petruziello said because two trustees sit on the committee, the meetings are considered special trustees’ meetings that already fall under the Sunshine Law. “Because there are two of us, it has to be a special meeting,” Radtke agreed. Fiscal Officer Craig Richter disagreed. “It’s not a special meeting because I’m not there taking notes,” he said. Trustees want to avoid ORC violations, Petruziello said, recommending tabling the issue until he could research it further. Radtke said because the motion had already been made and seconded, it had to be voted upon instead of tabled. He called for a vote and all three voted against the measure. Petruziello said he would look into the legal issues before it is brought up again. Radtke had recommended establishing a recycling committee last year to deal with questions about whether to relocate the township’s existing recycling bins from their current location at Parkside Park. Committee members have discussed and ranked a number of options, including re-locating the bins to the old Chester School site, another site or reestablishing curbside service. In related issues, Road Superintendent Rob Pealer told trustees he will work with the fire and police chiefs to determine how to avoid traffic problems between motorists driving to the recycling center and emergency vehicles housed nearby. He said recent events have made it clear improvements such as better signage are needed. During the public comment portion of the meeting, Mantey recommended recycling — including electronics recycling and paper shredding — be included in the township’s annual clean-up day
scheduled for June 7. After a brief discussion, trustees unanimously approved adding recycling to the clean-up day and authorized spending $500 to print flyers announcing the program. Radtke said proceeds from the metal recycling will defray the printing costs.
Asphalt Mountain Complaint Cindy Walters sat patiently through two hours the trustees meeting for the chance to tell township officials about a smelly mound of asphalt material that has recently appeared outside her kitchen window. “It’s as tall as Alpine Valley Ski Resort,” she told trustees. “At 7 a.m., the backhoe starts going beep, beep, beep. There are a lot of elderly people where I live. And when there’s a downdraft, it reeks. You can’t go outside because it smells so bad.” Walters told trustees she lives in a modular home in the Maywood mobile home park on Mayfield Road east of state Route 306. She said a neighboring business began bringing in 18 truckloads of the ground-up asphalt last week. “It makes Chesterland look like a dump,” she told trustees. “It’s disgusting.” According to Walters, owners of the neighboring business have been told by township zoning officials in the past not to dump materials on the property, but have ignored the orders. She told trustees the mound is visible from Mayfield Road. “You look out my kitchen window and there’s the pile,” she said, adding it’s taller than the township hall. “It’s not right and if it seeps into our water system, he’s gonna have a lawsuit and lots of problems,” Walters said. Radtke asked her again if the mound is clearly visible from Mayfield Road. “Oh, yeah,” she replied. “If it snowed, you could use it as a ski slope.” Radtke said he would look into the matter and discuss any action with zoning officials.
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West Geauga Senior Center is located at 11414 Caves Road, Chester Township. Call 440-729-2782 to register or for more information on these programs.
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Tai Chi Thursdays, 2:15–3:15 p.m. It’s an alternative therapy that promotes the circulation of energy within the body in slow, gentle movements. Tai Chi helps to align the body and strengthen balance, making every day basic tasks easier and is great for arthritis relief.
May 12, 1 p.m. Call the senior center for current reading title and join for discussion at Geauga West Library in the Gilson Room.
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Miloro as the Wizard; and a very wellbehaved Ray, a Border Terrier named for the film actor who played the scarecrow, as Toto. The role of the scarecrow is a bucket list role for Kolar, who otherwise acts as chief naturalist at Geauga Park District. Kolar has played numerous roles with the GLTG, including the lion in the “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” “It’s an honor for me to bring the scarecrow to life,” he said. “Like most people, I grew up with this show. It’s a magical experience to be a part of it.” This cast of 50 includes 24 munchkins between the ages of 7 and 12, and a girls’ chorus of mostly teens, so it’s also a family affair for many in the community. For instance, the cowardly lion and wicked witch are married, and their daughter Leah is a munchkin, on stage. Off stage Leah is in fourth grade. Lee Ann Tamburrino is co-producer with Patty Osredkar, co-costumer with Julie Douglass, and mother of three munchkins and one winkie. “I watched the show for the first time Saturday night, and I was amazed by the talent of the cast,” Tamburrino said. “With that many young people, keeping everyone focused and on task is not an easy job, but the younger members of the cast respected the director and worked hard. “Jack took a talented cast and raised everyone’s performance to a higher level. I am very impressed by the director’s ability to create a delightful show.” Imaginative and creative costume design by Douglass is a particular highlight, Tamburrino said. Her personal favorites are the snowflake and jitterbug costumes, complimented by those scenes’ interesting choreography by Marylin Young, as well as Glinda’s costume made by Kelly Miloro. The show’s classic music is directed by Vanessa Pintabona; Samantha Winters is stage manager.
from page 2 Though Carolyn passed in 1973, her sister-in-law and niece attended opening night of this performance — tickets given to them by the scarecrow, John Kolar, in tribute. “Mom said that she thought it was great,” said Pam Granger, the niece. “It was pretty true to the original movie, too. I don’t think I have been to a show there that I didn’t like.” The Wizard of Oz plays Friday, Saturday and Sunday through May 18 on the historic Chardon Square. Tickets cost $18 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $10 for children, and can be purchased online at GeaugaTheater.org or at the door. Pre-order tickets have sold better than usual, the theater says, which comes as no surprise for such a popular familyfriendly production. Once doors opened, though, Ballantyne said audiences also reacted positively opening weekend to its fantastic cast. Classic sets and songs promise many returns to Kansas and the memorable Oz. “The munchkins have really come through and worked very hard,” said Ballantyne, whose extensive bio includes more than 50 years of live theater in both professional and community levels, including one previous show at Geauga. “My leads in the show are all top quality actors and portray these characters in the classic sense as people will remember from the film.” Featured cast members include Allison Lehr reprising her role as Dorothy; John Kolar as the scarecrow; Justin Simons as the tin man; Peter Percassi as the cowardly lion; Angela Percassi as the Wicked Witch of the West; Jessica Boalt as Glinda; Mark
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St. Mark Christian Preschool sponsored a Movie Night last Sunday. Buzz Light Year and Larry the Cucumber were in attendance along with the other 24 children and adults to watch the New Veggie Tale Movie, “Veggies in Space The New Fennel Frontier,” while snacking on pizza, popcorn and other treats. St. Mark Christian Preschool is accepting registrations for the 2014-2015 school year. It is a state licensed Christian preschool open to 3-5 year olds. Call 440-729-1668 or stop in at 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, for more information.
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University Hts Memorial Day Run May 26 — 8:45 a.m. Distance: 1.5 mile/4mile Location: John Carroll University Contact: HMA Promotions Run for Home 5k May 31 — 8:30 am • Distance: 5K Location: Cleveland Zoo Contact: HMA Promotions Johnny’s Run May 31 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1 Mile Run Location: Heisley Fire Dept, Mentor Contact: mlhrwatzki@hotmail.com www.johnnysrun.com www.greaterclevelandxc.com Faith, Hope & Charity 5K May 17 — 8 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Location: Cardinal High School, Middlefield. Contact: Missy Hatch fhc5krace@gmail.com http://www.faithhopecharityrace.com
JUNE RACES Riverside Cares June 1 — 8 a.m. Distance: 5K & Kids Run Location: Riverside High School Contact: Kelly.snyder@riversideschools.net www.greaterclevelandxc.com Freed Dog Fest 5K & 1.75 Mutt Strut June 1 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1.75 Miles Location: Sunny Lake Park, Aurora Conact: Colleen 330-562-4333 HMApromotions.net Race for the Place June 1 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk Location: Beachwood Place Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 20th Annual Catawba Island Club “Run For Humanity” June 1 – 9 a.m. Distance: 5 Mile Run & 3 Mile Run/Walk, 1 Mile Kids Fun Run Location: CIC Fitness Center / Catawba Island. Contact: Mike mps_schenk@cicclub.com www.cicrunwalk.org Twinsburg Duathlon June 1 — 7:30 a.m. Distance: Sprint Du Location: Twinsburg www.racehawk.com 6th Annual Nick Rauser Memorial June 7 – 9 a.m. Distance: 5K Run & 1 Mile Family Walk Location: Bretton Ridge / North Olmsted Contact: Wally 216-316-6020 nicholasrauser@yahoo.com www.nicholasrauser.com Healthy Planet, Healthy People 5K June 7 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K & Kids Fun Run Location: Rocky River Reservation, No. Olmsted Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Mayfield Hts Run for Life June 7 — 9 a.m. • Distance: 5K Location: Mayfield Hts. Contact: HMA Promotions
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Captains Charities 5K June 8 — 8 a.m. *Free Spaghetti dinner & ticket to the Captains game June 7th Distance: 5K & 1 Mile Location: Captains Stadium, Eastlake Contact: Rdemko@captainsbaseball.com www.greaterclevelandxc.com
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Caveman Crawl June 8 — 9 a.m. • Distance: 5K trail Location: Russell Twp Contact: esmith@geaugaparkdistrict.org www.greaterclevelandxc.com
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Purple Stride Cleveland 2014 June 21 • Distance: 5K Location: Voinovich Park Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933
Ohio Teamsters/Medical Mutual Flag Day 5K June 11 — 7 p.m. Distance: 5K Run & 2 Mile Walk Location: Deepwood Center, Mentor Contact: Andy 440-478-8300 rattraya@sbcglobal.net www.northeastrunningclub.com
Run for the Oasis 5K 4 Life June 21 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1 Mile Location: MCUC Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933
3rd Annual Lake Cow-nty Stampede June 13 — 7 p.m. Distance: 5K & Kids fun run Location: Lake Country Fairgrounds, Painesville Contact: samanthably79@gmail.com www.greaterclevelandxc.com Run @ the Ridge 5K June 14 — 8 a.m. Location: Pioneer Ridge by Del Webb, North Ridgeville Distance: 5K Run/Walk Contact: Laurie 440-327-1866 aurie.kortowich@ourpioneerridge.net www.ourpioneerridge.net 36th Annual Camelback Races June 14 — 8:15 am Location: St. Joseph Central Catholic High School, Fremont Distance: 5K & 10K Run Contact: contact@FremontEliteRunnersClub.com www.FremontEliteRunnersClub.com Lake Health Half Marathon * New 3-person relay! June 15 — 8 a.m. Distance: Half Marathon & 5K Location: Lake Farmpark, Kirtland Contact: geoff@greaterclevelandxc.com www.lakeheatlhrunning.com Towpath 10-10 June 15 — 7 a.m. Distance: 10 Mile & 10 K Location: Valley View Towpath Trail. Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Dads Day Run June 15 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5 Miles & 1 Mile Location: Shaker Family Ctr. Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Run for the Goal June 15 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K Location: Beachwood Contact: HMA Promotions Next Generation 5K June 21 — 8 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1.5 Mile Walk Location: Zion Lutheran Church, Painesville Contact: nextgeneration5k@gmail.com www.greaterclevelandxc.com Get Winded 5k June 21 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K Location: Euclid Contact: HMA Promotions Ahuja Medical Center 5K June 21 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K Location: Beachwood Contact: HMA Promotions
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Danny Parmertor Memorial 5K June 29 – 8 am Distance: 5K Run & 1-Mile Fun Walk Location: Mayfield Village Parkview Pool Contact: Bonnie 440-479-7383 www.thedannyparmertormemorialfund.org www.greaterclevelandxc.com River Rampage Mud Run June 29 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K Location: Outdoor YMCA, Perry Contact: jmartin@lakecountyymca.org www.greaterclevelandxc.com
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June 22 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 10K Location: Willoughby Hills Community Center Contact: Andy 440-478-8300 rattraya@sbcglobal.net www.northeastrunningclub.com Jackson Night Glow 5K June 27 — 9:15 p.m. Distance: 5K & Kids Run Location: Jackson High School, Massillon Contact:Walsh@sssnet.com Boys and Girls Club Race for Kids June 28 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk Location: Cleveland Zoo Contact: HMA Promotions Run For the Health of It June 28 — 8 a.m. Location: Ellen Shapiro Natatorium, Wooster Distance: 5K & 10K Run Contact: Wooster YMCA 330-264-3131 mwain@woosterymca.org www.woosterymca.org
Little Helping Hands June 29 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K & 1-Mile Family Walk Location: Holy Name High School Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 The River Mile June 29 — 8 a.m. Location: Rocky River City Hall Park, Rocky River Distance: 1-Mile Road Race Contact: Second Sole River 440-895-1311 bill@2ndssole.com www.2ndsole.com Jride-bike event June 29 Distance: 10, 25, 50 mile Location: Beachwood Contact: HMA Promotions
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West Geauga High School Art II class created bras for the UH Geauga Medical Center “Bras For A Cause” fundraiser. Bras will be on display at UH Geauga Hospital from May 5-17 to be voted on to raise money for The Seidman Cancer Center.
Attention West Geauga Parents: Don’t forget to send in a parent donation to West Geauga After Prom. The contribution helps to fund the evening’s events and supports the West G tradition of giving seniors and their guests an after prom party. A donation of $35 (or any other amount) would be greatly appreciated. Send donation (written payable to “West Geauga After Prom”), along with contact information, to After Prom, PO Box 1014, Chesterland, OH 44026. Call Barb Cortland, 440-313-5793 or email bcortland@yahoo.com, for more information. The decorating committee still needs more parent help. They encourage you to volunteer a few hours of your time in the next few weeks. Email Linda Kosley, lindakosley@ yahoo.com, for more information.
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WG Soccer Club Tryouts The West Geauga Soccer Club will conduct tryouts for the Fall 20 14 – Spring 2015 sessions at the West Geauga Commons on Route 306 as follows:
GIRLS May 30 6-7:30 p.m.; U8; born after 8-1-2006 6-7:30 p.m.; U9 & U10; born between 8-1-2004 and 7-31-2006 7-8:30 p.m.;U11; born between 8-12003 and 7-31-2004 May 27 7-8:30 p.m.; U12; born between 8-12002 and 7-31-2003 6-7:30 p.m.; U13/U14; born between 8-1-2000 and 7-31-2002
BOYS May 28 6-7:30 p.m.; U8; born after 8-1-2006 6-7:30 p.m.; U9 & U10; born between 8-1-2004 and 7-31-2006 7-8:30 p.m.; U11; born between 8-12003 and 7-31-2004 May 29 6-7:30 p.m.; U12; born between 8-12002 and 7-31-2003 7-8:30 p.m.; U13 & U14; born between 8-1-2000 and 7-31-2002 Tryouts will be held rain or shine (but not lightning). Participants are to bring a soccer balls and shin guards. Visit www.westgeaugasocer.com, or call Bernie Mandel, 440-338-3990; Mary Zap, 440-557-5030; or Dennis Currutt, 440-729-2127, for more information.
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Bonnie L. Dailey, 7427 Devon Lane, to Kerry S. and Marina Fouts, $157,000. (1.00 acres) Norman J. and Kay Swor, 12487 Harold Drive, to Flyod A. Trouten III (trustee), $152,000. (1.00 acres)
Jeffrey Seaman and Carol Sondra, 8725 Prescott Drive, to Laura L. Licursi, $187,000. (2.74 acres) Central Mortgage Company, 7745 Mulberry Road, to Heather M. Hogrefe, $231,000. (2.21 acres)
MUNSON TOWNSHIP Chuck Cattell, 11505 Bass Lake Road, to Daniel W. and Nicole M. Pearce, $218,500. (1.72 acres) Marko and Anita Bartulovic, 12165 Quartermane Circle, to William L. Hershberger II and Leann Locurto, $500,000. (2.57 acres)
RUSSELL TOWNSHIP Eugene R. and Shirley Kus, 13945 County Line Road, to Gretchen L. Greve (trustee), $397,800. (5.00 acres) Anthony P. and Inez M. Donofrio, 9001 Kinsman Road, to Patricia L. Lima, $185,000. (5.01 acres)
meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions in the county. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. Chester Township: May 7, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; May 12, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; May 15, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. Munson Township: May 13, 6:30 p.m. - Board of Trustees, 6:30 p.m. - Park & Recreation; May 15, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at Township Hall, 12210 Auburn Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: May 7, 1 p.m., Board of Trustees, May 12, 7 p.m., Park Commission. All meetings are held at Fire-Rescue Station, 14810 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.
chatter Kristen Elia, of Chester Township, was among the 24 Lyon students who were named to the Who’s Who Among American College and Universities during a Student Life Awards Ceremony April 25. Elia attends Lyon College. Kenny Gorski, a 2010 West Geauga High School graduate, will be graduating with honors with a bachelor of science degree with a double major in communication and public relations from Notre Dame College. He received the Marguerita C. Banks Award for Excellence in Communication at the college’s Honors Convocation last week. Gorski has been pitching with the Falcon baseball team which is wrapping up their season at the All Pro Freight Stadium in Avon, Ohio. Gorski was a baseball team representative for the Student Athletic Advisory Commitee. Also, he helped to establish the Christian Athlete Fellowship ministry that began last year.
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Officers responded to post for a female who was turning in a purse she located on Heath Road. Officers were able to locate the owner who then came to the station to obtain her purse and advised officers that nothing was missing.
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hanging baskets, perennials, vegetables and other garden items. Pre-order and pre-pay available; plants ready for pickup on May 16. Call and ask for Kathy at the church, 440-7291668, for a form or stop by the church to pick one up. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be for sale for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17 and noon to 1 p.m. May 18. On May 16, the plant sale will kick of with a “Reign and Shine” auction and party. This adult-only event will have hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Purchase items from plant sale and bid on a selection of auction items ranging from gift baskets and garden items to gift certificates. $10 admission per person; reservations required. Tickets are available at the church from 9 a.m. to noon every day, but Saturday. To donate items to plant sale, bring potted and labeled plants to church by May 15.
“Reign and Sine” Plant Sale May 16, 7-9 p.m. May 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 18, noon to 2 p.m. The Women’s League at St. Mark Lutheran Church will hold their annual plant sale at 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Proceeds benefit Women’s League mission projects. Find a variety of top-quality annuals,
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May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month By Josh Echt May is a month of Memorial Day remembrances, festivals and fun times. It’s also a month of motorcycle rides. As a result, the month is nationally designated as Motorcycle Awareness Month, according to both the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office and Chardon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Both entities will partner up this month to focus on safety. So far this year, the county has experienced two motorcycle-related fatalities, up from one last year, said Chardon Post Commander Lt. Mark Neff. “In 2013, there was only one motor-
cycle-related fatality, so this increasing trend is a concern for all of us,” Neff said. He added there are over 4,500 registered motorcycles in the county. “It’s important for anyone considering motorcycling to receive proper training and licensing before heading out onto the road,” the lieutenant said. “About 20 percent of the citations issued last year to motorcyclists were for operating a motorcycle without a proper license or endorsement. As a rider, simple things like ensuring you have a valid motorcycle endorsement, receiving quality safety training — as provided by Motorcycle Ohio — and wearing proper
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tage,” Hiscox said. “He or she is in a vehicle, surrounded by something. In most cases, he or she is wearing a seat belt.” Unlike a passenger in a vehicle, however, a motorcycle rider “becomes a projectile” during an accident. If a cyclist is hit from the side, Hiscox said it is not hard for he or she to go under the vehicle. Geauga County Sheriff Dan McClelland said stopping distance is also a factor. “Motorcycles are smaller and we need to be on the lookout for them. Not only can they stop quicker than a car, they can stop in a shorter distance,” the sheriff said. “Any time motorcyclists and cars collide, the results aren’t good.” Common factors also observed by law enforcement officers include visibility, Hiscox added. “If it turns out to be the motorcycle driver’s fault—it’s usually speed-related. If not, then it’s the driver’s fault,” Hiscox
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Removal of Superintendent At the last West Geauga Board of Education meeting, Board President Michael Kilroy led a vote to remove Superintendent Geoff Palmer, buying out his contract at a price that would pay the salaries of two teachers for a year. As the sole board member who voted against “reassigning” Mr. Palmer, I feel the community should know where I stand on the removal of our superintendent. Geoff Palmer came to West Geauga on a 3-2 vote of the board. He was vociferously opposed by Mike Kilroy and board member Jackie Dottore. Their opposition has been unrelenting, despite the many improvements Mr. Palmer brought to the district. Mr. Kilroy could have simply waited for Palmer’s contract to expire in 2015. Instead, he pushed to buy him out, creating a phony job for him that doesn’t even specify duties or how many hours he will work. The contract even allows him to take another full time job. It is a fig leaf for the board to hide behind while spending over ... how much? Our legal counsel and treasurer could not tell me because it all depends on how much the new superintendent is paid to do the job we’re paying Palmer to not do. Ironically, Palmer announced — at the very meeting at which the board
voted to remove him — that the district has shot up over 50 places in the U.S. News and World Report Best High School rankings (number 57 out of 832 high schools in Ohio), and the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the high school a Green Ribbon Award for environmental programs and practices. Add the #1 scores of the high school band, improved math and reading scores, added AP classes and last year’s Blue Ribbon Award, and you have a portrait of West G rapidly improving at all levels. Many improvements Mr. Palmer initiated are invisible, but even more important. Palmer put the Director of Curriculum above the principals on the organizational chart. Before, the Curriculum Director could, in effect, only make suggestions, and so curriculum was inconsistent, leaving gaps in student’s education as they moved between grades. That shouldn’t happen anymore. Another glaring shortcoming saw the middle 60 percent of our students score well compared to similar districts, but not the top 10 percent and bottom 30 percent. Palmer, and the highly qualified people he recruited, have been working tirelessly to make sure that our schools are serving each and every student. Whatever duties, if any, Mr. Palmer is assigned, I have no doubt he will fulfill them with the same professionalism he demonstrated as superintendent. Meanwhile, some other school district will get the benefit of his talent and integrity, Kilroy and Dottore get to pick their own superintendent, and West Geauga taxpayers get a big fat bill. Ben Kotowski Member West Geauga Board of Education 24 Hr. Hotline 1-800-550-4900 www.birthright.org
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In observance of Earth Day, a group of West Geauga bus drivers joined together to help beautify Chester Township. Armed with heavy-duty trash bags, boots and gloves, they attacked litter in front of West Geauga High School, The Metzenbaum Center campus, park and nearby roadways. A lot was accomplished in a few hours, but there is much more litter that needs to be removed from the landscape. So, look around, adopt a street, grab a trash bag and go to it. Thank you to Chester Township Trustee Ken Radtke for providing the trash bags and MRC Stables for reflective vests to keep us safe. Pictured is WG bus driver Dorothy Miller picking up litter along Cedar Road.
Motorcycles from page 20 said. “Then, it’s a visibility issue because the driver didn’t see the motorcycle coming. There are a lot of places where you come over a crest of the hill and someone’s pulling out, so there’s not enough time to react. Then you realize it’s a bike.” Chester Township Fire Chief John Wargelin said, as a firefighter, he has observed many crashes involving motorcycles in his long career. Alcohol is a factor in some cases, but not all. “Wear your helmet,” he said. “We’ve seen fatalities that could have been possibly prevented with helmets.” Head injuries are so critical to the
survival of a motorcyclist, the chief added. “We have seen accidents where the head was injured, but the rest of the body did not have life-threatening injuries,” Wargelin said. “A broken bone is not life-threatening, unlike a head injury.” Although wearing seatbelts and motorcycle helmets may not prevent an accident, those behaviors mitigate risk, he added. What can riders do? Ride in groups, make sure headlights are on at all times, wear bright-colored clothes and always wear a helmet, the sheriff said. All of the law enforcement officials interviewed said they agreed motorcyclists should practice caution and not take chances.
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Let’s Go Fly a Kite! May 9, 7-8 p.m. Observatory Park Observatory Park is about much more than distant stars and galaxies. Join along with members of the Ohio Society for the Elevation of Kites to talk about, build and fly kites.
Trail Horse Nature Challenge May 10, 10-3 p.m. Headwaters Park Challenge self and horse on a series of natural trail obstacles and nature questions along park trails. Awards in youth and adult divisions. Helmets recommended. Participants trailer horses to Headwaters Park’s route 608 Trailer Parking Lot to meet a naturalist and volunteers. Anticipate hills, gravel, bridge and
stream crossings. Assigned departure times in order of registration; ride out individually or in pairs at a leisurely pace, since time is not a factor. Complete challenge course in one to two hours, then ride trails on your own. Registration required.
Annual Spring Bird Walk Series May 11, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Big Creek Park, Meyer Center A series of six bird walks held in April and May to participate in a Greater Cleveland tradition since 1933. Seasoned bird watchers assist novices with observation and identification of birds during spring migration. All six walks at different parks. Dress for the weather and bring a bird guide and binoculars.
The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show May 11, 2-3 p.m. Observatory Park Join for a planetarium preview of what to look for in the sky this week. Learn how to participate in the Globe at Night program, a worldwide science project to measure light pollution.
Full Moon: The Flower Moon May 14, 8:30-10:30 p.m. Observatory Park A full moon in May is commonly called a “flower moon.” Come and get a sample of some of the wildflowers that emerge in May, then watch the full moon rise over Observatory Park.
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Annual Meeting and Pie Night May 8, 7 p.m. The foundation will host its annual meeting that includes pie night. This event will be held in the second floor of the Thayer General Store. It is a great opportunity to meet the board of trustees and learn of the many activities held at the village.
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If you need to have a moving sale, estate sale or garage sale, call Kathy Willis at 440-729-2790 for assistance. Experienced. References available. We are now doing partial estate buyouts.
Wanted: riding mowers, four wheelers, snowmobiles, farm tractors, construction equipment. Paying cash. 440-352-7372.
Moving Sale: Ethan Allen furniture, toys, baby items, breakfast bar stools, electronics, collector plates, misc. items. Friday, May 9, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 10, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 7585 Hunters Hollow Trail, Russell OH 44072.
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Huge Sale! May 8-10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hundreds of donated items. Proceeds for father/daughter mission trip to Brazil. Raintree Drive in Munson Twp. (off Wilson Mills). Clothing, games, household items, TVs, bikes, trampoline, NASCAR bedding, musical instruments & more! Some items brand new!
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Chester Township Park Board Appointments: Individuals interested in serving on the Chester Township Park District Board should submit a letter of interest and a resume to the Geauga County Probate Court no later than May 23, 2014. Interested parties should submit such requests to Judge Timothy J. Grendell, Geauga County Probate Court, 231 Main Street, Suite 200, Chardon, OH 44024. Two seats are open for appointment.
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HELP WANTED Turney’s Hardware paint department. Customer service, stock work ordering, experience preferred but will train the right person. Must be dependable. 440-729-2130.
Help Wanted! Two Men and a Truck Moving and Storage is hiring movers and drivers. No CDL required. Must be drug free with reliable transportation. We offer great pay as well as benefits after 90 days. Motivated applicants can apply in person 8-4 M-F at 1420 Lloyd Road, Wickliffe, OH 44092.
Landscape experience. Drivers license needed. $12/hour. 216-409-4153.
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