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WG Re-Admits 31 Students

By Gwen Cooper “Exhilarating,” is how student Jack Richards of Burton described being let back into West Geauga Schools next year.

The West Geauga Schools Board of Education took action at its June 19 meeting to readmit Jack and 30 other previously open enrolled students along with children of teachers who work at the school for the 2014-15 school year.

Jack, an incoming senior was one of the students who had been cut in the program late last month as a result of caps placed on open enrollment numbers in late February that would hold the number to 10 percent of the resident student population.

Jack’s friend, Sarah Graber of Macedonia, who was cut as well, is now relieved.

“I’ve been a West Geauga student for three years,” she said. “I was considering an online school rather than attending classes at Nordonia

High School. Everyone here is easy to talk to, the students, the teachers, everyone. You can talk through assignments and understand what is expected of you.”

The students who started at West G want to finish there, especially the middle school and high school students, said Dawn Richards, Jack’s mother.

“It’s not because of these meetings. It’s because of what happens inside these walls each day that makes the difference to

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these kids,” she said. “I would think that the community would be proud that so many kids want to go to school here.”

The five-member board voted 4-1 to expand open enrollment to re-admit the displaced students as well as the children of West Geauga teachers, according to the union contract, which could add up to 58 additional students this coming fall.

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Operation Transparency Clarified

By Gwen Cooper A group of seven residents in the West Geauga Schools area calling itself Operation Transparency recently issued a letter to some residents clarifying its goal.

“We have an abiding concern for the well being of all of our students,” it stated.

“Our principal mission is to

support the success of the present West Geauga (Schools Board of Education) in continuing the West G reputation of academic excellence, maintaining fiscal stability, continuing cooperation and fairness with our employees and remaining transparent with the public.”

There were 19 queens and 16 kings of all ages crowned at the inaugural Special Girls Pageant and formal dance at the Bessie Benner Metzenbaum Center in Chester Township Saturday. See page 8 for the full story.

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Torch Passed at Dentist’s Office Dr. James Caine Retiring, Turning Over Practice to Dr. Cooper Owens

By Jamie Ward

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West Geauga Plaza will hold a community party July 5 to celebrate 40 years of being owned by the Basista family.

Celebrating 40 Years of Family Ownership West Geauga Plaza Hosts Party July 5

By Laura Goehrke At the heart of Chester Township is the West Geauga Plaza. A popular spot for residents, the shopping center has transformed into one of the main hubs within the community – and this year marks the 40th anniversary of it being owned by the Basista family.

“The fabric of a small com-

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munity of what life is all about,” said Tom Basista, the manager of the West Geauga Plaza.

Community members are invited to celebrate the 40 years of ownership at the Party at the Plaza Saturday, July 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be entertainment – such as the Rocketship Ride, Swifty the

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Jim Caine has watched families grow up in the reclining chairs of his Chardon dental practice, scraping and drilling the teeth of Geauga County kids who became grandparents in the 50 years since he became Dr. James Caine, DDS. But retirement was never an easy choice.

Cooper Owens made a cold call to Caine in 2008 — Owens had been referred to Caine by one of his patients — to see if he had thought about selling.

“I was too young,” said Caine, who turned 78 on April 1, his official retirement date.

“That was a momentous day for you,” Owens said, standing next to Caine at his office.

The practice has changed from Dr. James Caine, DDS to Cooper Owens, DDS. The fivemember staff will stay the same.

Caine hadn’t made a staff change in 11 years.

“I knew Cooper and I had a lot of respect for him,” Caine said. “You want someone who will take care of your patients.

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Dr. Cooper Owens, left, will take over the practice of Dr. James Caine in Chardon. There is an open house to meet Owens and say goodbye to Caine at the 100 Parker Court, Chardon.

It’s difficult because they are like family.”

An open house is scheduled from 3-6 p.m. June 27 at the office, 100 Parker Ct., Chardon.

People will be able to meet Owens and say goodbye to Caine.

“Although I’m not going anywhere,” Caine joked.

He plans on enjoying his many hobbies. Although spending time with his wife, Dottie, has never been an issue.

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Dentist from page 1 Dottie was the office manager at the practice for 40 years. The couple, married 54 years, raised four children in Chardon and retired on the same day.

Caine said he has enjoyed his many years of helping people.

He opened his first office in a building on Wilson Mills Road, just up from

Water Street, in 1964 after spending two years as a dentist in the U.S. Army.

In 1974, he moved to the current office.

Owens said inheriting Caine’s reputation was an important part of his decision to take on a second practice.

“I’ve learned the value of his legacy and the effect that has on the entire business,” Owens said. “Knowing the staff, who they are and how they’ve treated the patients was important.”

Owens lives in Chardon with his wife, Theresa, and their two young children, ages 2 and 6.

He moved to Ohio from Orange County California after graduating college from San Diego and dental school in San Francisco.

He served as a dentist in the U.S. Air Force for six years. When he was stationed in Hawaii, he and Theresa had to decide where to live — California or Ohio.

“It wasn’t an easy choice,” said Owens.

Theresa is from Northeast Ohio and has extended family in Middlefield and Chardon.

Ultimately, Owens started a practice in Geneva, which he’s had for six years.

He will continue to see patients in both Geneva and Chardon.

Owens said he is taking new patients and will accept more insurance plans than in the past. But there will be no major changes to the practice.

Still, Caine agreed the torch has been passed.

“As long as neither of us gets burned,” he said, smiling, using the humor that put patients at ease for 52 years.

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Transparency from page 1 The letter went on to explain the group has concerns with the path the current board has taken. It also encouraged residents to attend the June 19 special board of education meeting.

“We will continue to monitor, analyze and comment on certain critical areas,” the letter stated.

Those areas cited include fiscal policies, administrative actions, hiring of the superintendent and treasurer, civility among board members and staff, transparency with the public and “questionable legal issues.”

At the June 19 meeting, Operation Transparency member Bernard Mandel told board members he was concerned with outside legal expenses that he said add up to $30,000.

Mandel said the bills from attorney John Podgurski include time for the board to have an attorney attend regular board meetings.

“This is the only school district I know that has an attorney at every meeting and preparing the meeting agenda,” Mandel said.

Board President Dan Thoreson said he would have Podgurski attend the next meeting, at 7 p.m. June 30, to address some of these concerns. Thoreson said he would ask him to attend without charging the district for the meeting.

“I don’t know of another school board that is being taped at every meeting for broadcast on YouTube,” Thoreson said.

He further said that rumors were being circulated about two new board members on the day they were sworn into office.

Thoreson indicated the board sought legal counsel because it is a relatively new board facing scrutiny from members

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Attending his first meeting as interim superintendent, Michael Nutter said part of his role is to help the board through the procedural process and to prepare the board meeting agenda.

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TOWN CRIER June 26: Chester Township Park Board Meeting 7 p.m.

The Chester Park Board will hold a regular public meeting at Fire Station No. 1 behind the town hall.

In attendance will be Mary Jane Trapp, master commissioner, appointed

by Geauga County Probate/Juvenile Court Judge Tim Grendell.

The purpose of the master commissioner’s attendance will be to listen to any issues or concerns about the Chester park district.

The time allotted for this part of the agenda is 30 minutes. Written submissions to the master commissioner are welcomed and may be presented at the meeting or may be mailed to her before the meeting to the following address: Master Commissioner Mary Jane Trapp, Thrasher, Dinsmore & Dolan, 1400 W. 6th St., Suite 40 0, Cleveland, OH 44113.

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Furniture, gently used clothing, antiques, collectibles, piano, antique desk, washer/drier and much more.

Homemade stuffed cabbage dinners for take-out. Noodles with cabbage, hot dogs and baked goods.

June 27: Food Pantry 10 a.m. to noon The Food Pantry at Chester Christian Center A/G Church, 11815 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, is open to the public.

Open to anyone who is in need of food. Do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Call 440-729-6203 for more information.

June 27: WG Alumni Reunion Graduates of Chester, Russell and West Geauga schools are invited to attend the 134th annual alumni reunion at the Kirtlander Party Center, 9270 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland. Social time will start at 5 p.m., with a family-style dinner at 6:30 p.m. There will be a cash bar and 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $22 per person.

The West Geauga class of 1964 will be honored for its 50th anniversary.

Classmates celebrating 55, 60, 65 and 70

years will be honored as well. The guest speaker is sure to bring back memories for each attendee by sharing experiences with teachers and fellow students.

Prepaid reservations by June 20 are a must. Call Linda, 440-729-2932, for more information.

June 28: KittyPawLooza 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Rescue Village is currently overrun with cats and kittens. To make way for the hundreds of felines still on its waiting list, Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village will be holding KittyPawLooza at its shelter, located at 15463 Chillicothe Road.

The shelter will be bringing in over 50 adoptable kittens for the much anticipated event. All kittens 6 months and under are only $50 (reg. $95). Adult cats are only $5.

Be sure to stay for the raffle, crafts and activities, and ice cream truck.

For more information, call us at 440338-4819 ext. 19, or email marketing@ geaugahumane.org

July 5: Tent Troupe 2014 Tent Troupe, the only traveling summer tent theater in America, will make one visit to Northeast Ohio at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1190 0 Chillcothe Road, Chester Township.

A special children’s matinee entitled “Folktales Fables and Fun” will begin at 1:30 p.m. There will be classic animal stories and songs as well as special short stories written and adapted by “American Girl” author Valerie Tripp to capture the attention of a wide range of ages from pre-school through the elementary grades.

At 7:30 p.m., the troupe will perform Robert Fulghum’s “All I Really Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” adapted by Ernest Zulia. While light and entertaining, it has much to say about how people live their lives from day to day.

Both shows are free of charge. A free will offering will be taken. It will be held rain or shine. Call 440-285-0782 for more information.

July 19: Welcome New Member Night 5:30-7:30 p.m.

The Chesterland Chamber of Commerce is hosting its New Member Night at Danny Boy’s Restaurant.

Weather permitting, the chamber will celebrate on the patio (or indoors) and enjoy a dinner buffet with pizza, pasta, salad and drink specials at the bar.

Join to network and “not work” with old and new friends. Learn about all of the new things the chamber is doing to help promote businesses as well as the Chester community.

Cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers and free for new members.

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Plaza from page 1 Clown, a giant slide, mechanical bull and a pirate bounce house – and music by Mike Prewett, Christian Watson, Sweet River Band, and Texas Plant. Food from Adams Texas Smoked BBQ will also be available.

Basista believes that putting on community events in the plaza has a lot of importance.

“We have the capacity to do it, and I was taught at a young age that the overall mission in life is to help other people,” he said. “When you do things for others without asking for anything in return, you get rewarded internally.”

In 1988, Tom Basista, a former president of the Chesterland Chamber of Commerce, took over management after his father, Ed Basista, who had bought the plaza in 1974, passed away. In 1989, the north wing, which now contains Zeppe’s, was built. Over the years, different merchants have come and gone, but currently there are about two dozen businesses. As the current manager, Tom is in charge of marketing and leasing, and in 2002, his brother, Ron, came on board as the facilities manager.

Throughout the past few decades, the plaza has held some fantastic events. In 1995, the Allen Brothers’ Circus set up in the parking lot. There’s been Howl-oWeen events and scavenger hunts that have benefited the Geauga Humane Society. In 1992, hundreds of people gathered in the plaza to witness the making, and eating, of the world’s largest sub — stretching for more than 820 feet —

Town Crier from page 4 As an added bonus, bring a nonmember who signs up with the chamber that night and both people will receive $10 in chamber “Chuck Bucks” to be used at a future chamber event.

Contact Wendy, wendy@chesterland chamber.com, or Kate, kate@chesterland chamber.com, or call 440-729-7297 for more information.

Aug. 9: Barn Yard Boogie 6:30 p.m.

West Geauga Baseball Federation and Clay Eddy Field Association is pleased to announce this fundraising hoedown, held at Eddy Fruit Farm, 12079 Caves Road, Chester Township.

Activities include redneck bingo, live auction, side boards, chinese auctions, corn hole tournament, drinks, a down home BBQ and music. Farm casual attire. The cost is $90 couple, $50 single.

Call 216-319-1727 for more information.

Aug. 24: Apples and Autos Car Show The Northern Chapter, Ohio Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America is sponsoring its annual Apples and Autos Car Show at Patterson Fruit Farm, 11414 Caves Road, Chester Township.

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an event that raised more than $10,000 for the March of Dimes. The Chester Township bicentennial celebration also was held in the plaza’s lot in 2001.

Over the years, the business landscape of the West Geauga Plaza has changed. In the beginning, the shops were more retail focused, and now it’s filled with more service-oriented businesses. Several businesses have excelled, which Basista said gives him much joy. He enjoys seeing the group of owners work together during the community events, as well as work to help make subtle positive changes to the township by providing great services.

Kenny Lyman and Jim Kinely began construction on the west wing of the plaza in 1960, which is where the grocery store Rogers opened up. Over the years, Rogers became Russo’s, which later became Giant Eagle.

The oldest business of continual ownership has been Turney’s Ace Hardware, which has an interesting history. A Value Fair opened up in 1962, in which the owners leased out several different department spaces. George Glauber and Ted Hirshman ran the hardware section, Mickey Adelman ran the auto department, Irv Koppel ran the jewelry department, and there were also sections for toys, clothes and a snack bar. The auto and hardware section moved into a space that had housed Sheraton Furniture, which then turned into Turney’s in 1970. Value Fair turned into Parkers in 1970, which space was then taken over by Turney’s, as well. In 1996, George Glauber retired, and Dave Frohman became the co-owner with Howard Adelman, who has been working at Turney’s since he was 16.

This show, which originated at Alpine Valley, returned to Chester several years ago.

Last year’s show was successful, with cars on display ranging in age from the early 1900s to 1988. This show typically showcases more early cars, including those from the classic era of the 1920s and 1930s, than most shows and draws from a wider area.

There will be 19 judged classes with awards for the first three places plus Best of Show, Children’s Choice, Chief Judge’s and the Patterson Fruit Farm Awards. Gates will open at 8 a.m., with cars on the field by 10 a.m. for judging.

The awards ceremony will begin at 3:30 p.m. Food and beverages will be available, as will trailer parking.

Pre-registration for show cars is $12 if received by Aug. 10 and $15 received later or at the gate. All occupants of show cars will be admitted free. Registration forms are available at Patterson Fruit Farm, NAPA and Federated Auto Parts.

Call Bob, 216-514-8840 or Bernie, 330635-2784, for more information.

WG Class of 1974 The West Geauga class of 1974 will be having a 40-year reunion this summer on the weekend of Labor Day. The plans are to have two social events, golf and a picnic. Call 216-536-6708 for more information.

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CHESTER GOVERNMENT UPDATE On June 12, the Chester Township Trustees held a regular meeting, approving various financial items and purchase orders.

The board approved regular meeting minutes and minutes from recycling committee meetings when two trustees were present.

A motion was passed establishing the Chester Township Recycling Committee through December 2014.

The recycling committee meetings will be announced, open to the public, and the committee will generate meeting minutes and make recommendations to the board.

The board and zoning Inspector discussed his monthly report (inspections, violations, permits issued) and a zoning matter related to vehicle repairs and sales.

An update on a new town hall sign and its proposed location outside of the road right-of-way was also discussed.

The fire chief said there have been 546 calls year-to-date; 80 percent are EMS calls.

The chief detailed a recent rescue by the Hillcrest Technical Rescue Team that occurred in the valley on the Chester/Gates Mills border.

He provided an update regarding his evaluation of tablets and software to improve EMS reporting. Fire Chief John Wargelin also presented his draft 2015 fire/EMS budget that will be reviewed and discussed at the June 26 trustees meeting.

Motions were passed requesting the Geauga County Engineer’s Office to do topographic and drainage analysis on several streets and to prepare the bid specs and cost estimate for asphalt repairs on Sherman Road between Caves and County Line.

After the fact motions were passed to clarify expenditures related to membership and attendance at the Geauga County Township Association functions.

Funding for items requested by the park board including electrical repairs and pruning services in the amount of $8,250 were approved and the board requested additional quotes from the park board for barrier netting for the volleyball courts.

A motion to approve 2014 membership payment ($7,0 0 0) to the Valley Enforcement Group was passed, and a motion to withdraw from the organization effective 12/31/2014 also passed.

The majority of the board felt there was a duplication of services offered by Geauga and Lake County sheriff’s offices and the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

Chester’s 2013 Financial Audit has been completed and sent to the auditor of state.

A draft policy statement regarding township employee responsibilities for attendance and fees at meetings and seminars was also read.

A list of township-owned properties was distributed as we begin to evaluate current and future uses for these parcels.

On June 13, the board held a special public meeting to discuss the services offered by a human resource management consulting firm, Clemans Nelson and Associates from Akron.

The board is considering a change in legal services and assistance with some employee policies.

State Route 306 between Wilson Mills and Sperry Road will be closed to through traffic beginning June 23 and remain closed for 21 days.

A culvert replacement project, 500’ south of the Wilson Mills on Route 306 necessitates the closure. Please follow detour signage as designated by ODOT. If you have any questions, please call the ODOT Information Office at 216-584-2005.

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It’s the return of the Ohio Celtic Festival, a three-day celebration of Irish music, dance, history and heritage on June 27-29 at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1301 Mentor Avenue, Painesville Township.

More than 150 musicians from across the country and around the world will provide the magic for this year’s fest.

Rounding things out will be an Irish Marketplace, a fun-filled children’s area with petting zoo, a wide selection of food and beverages anchored by Guinness beer stations and an all-new craft beer stop.

New to this year’s festival is a dart competition with demonstrations put on by the Lake Erie Dart Association, a historical display of the Irish in Northeast Ohio and a grand finale showcase of multiple pipe bands playing together on Sunday.

The impressive line-up of music offers something for all musical tastes, from hard-driving Celtic rock to lilting traditional tunes.

The Willis Clan, a family of 12 from Nashville, Tenn. and most recently on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” will be performing all three days.

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proclaimed “Celtic music’s hardest working band,” “The Young Dubliners,” “Canada’s Tartan Terrors,” along with alltime favorites “The Fenians,” Broadway star of “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Ciaran Sheehan,” “The Gothard Sisters,” “Makem & Spain” and more.

The Northeast Ohio music scene will be well represented by super talented performers including “The New Barleycorn,” “Brigid’s Cross,” “The Craig Brothers,” “The Terriers,” “The Lost State of Franklin,” “Mad Macs” plus daily performances by internationally acclaimed award-winning local pipe and drum bands.

Dance stages will feature four local award-winning schools of dance, ceili dancing and a less common form of dance, seannos dancing.

Festival hours are 5-11:30 p.m. June 27, noon to 11:30 p.m. June 28 and noon to 8:30 p.m June 29.

Sunday Mass is at 10:30 a.m.

Kids under 12 are admitted free and everyone who donates two cans of nonperishable foods on Sunday between 10 and 11 a.m. will be admitted free.

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A lot of friendships have grown in those 30 years.

“I am looking forward to joining my husband, Ken, in retirement,” Hoffart said.

The Hoffarts have been married for 48 years and reside in eastern Geauga County.

A retirement sale will be ongoing from now until the actual closing at the end of August.

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Submitted It is with mixed emotions, both happy and sad, that Carolyn Hoffart announces her retirement and the eventual closing of Ceramics & You. The ceramic studio has been at the same location in the West Geauga Plaza in Chester Township for 40 years.

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The committee will meet in sessions open to the public and periodically make reports and recommendations to the board of trustees on subjects related to recycling and associated methods of waste management that can bring benefit to Chester Township residents.

Currently the township has a recycling drop-off site located on the driveway serving Chester Township Parkside Park, the fire station, the road department and town hall.

This service location has been the source of numerous complaints from the park board and residents who use the park, citing the location as dangerous and interfering with township traffic and park use.

There have been several close calls, some involving the EMS or fire vehicles and recently there has been an accident involving a township road department vehicle and a resident’s vehicle.

At the May 15 Chester Township Trustees meeting, the recycling committee chairman, Ken Mantey, presented the committee’s recommendation that the current drop-off site be relocated, on an interim basis, to the township property on Herrick Drive.

While this may improve the safety issue, it does not satisfactorily address a long-term opportunity to make recycling

as straightforward, efficient and effective as reasonably possible.

The committee is working to better understand the alternatives to a drop-off site.

In the next few months, committee members plan to research other communities’ programs, visit successful locations and learn from various groups and businesses.

Included in its actions will be multiple opportunities for community members to share thier interests and suggestions.

As part of the June 7 Cleanup/ Recycling Day (sponsored by the Kiwanis and Chester Township) a brief survey was handed out.

That event processed 287 vehicles and 248 participants completed surveys for an 86 percent response rate.

Of those respondents, 77 percent were in favor of curbside recycling and almost 90 percent expressed interest if Chester Township could save them money with a combined trash and curbside recycling program.

The committee is interested in getting more feedback from all Chester Township residents.

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They were recognized for their contributions to the Geauga County community regarding mental health and recovery services and were presented with engraved plaques to commemorate their time on the board.

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West G BOE from page 1 Board member Jackie Dottore voted against expanding the program. She pointed out that open enrollment applicants are informed in writing that their acceptance is only valid for that year, and that they must reapply each year.

Board President Dan Thoreson, who made the motion to re-admit the displaced students, said he was advised by the school’s legal counsel that the action could be taken without having to open up the program to other students who applied for open enrollment.

He said open enrollment students could not be grandfathered in.

Thoreson said according to the school’s policies and procedures, previously enrolled non-resident students are given a higher priority status, with the top priority given to resident students.

Also impinging on the decision is the availability of facilities and staffing.

He said he favored re-admitting the displaced students at this point because he had heard so many of them say they needed more time to explore other alternatives.

He pledged the board would decide the matter sooner during the next school year.

In his first meeting as interim superintendent, Michael Nutter suggested open enrollment be curbed over time without affecting the students by admitting fewer at the lower grades.

“We need to go in another direction,” he said. “People are watching.”

Michael Douglas, who joined the board in late May, agreed.

“The school district has become the

brunt of jokes,” he said. “Not everyone will come here to work. We’re going to have to reconcile our differences. We’re talking about children, not numbers. The decision should be doing the right thing to protect the kids.”

Douglas described open enrollment as a complicated issue.

“It’s like an onion,” he said. “The more layers you peel back, the more there are.”

After the meeting he said he felt the situation was improving and the board was starting to work together better.

“People told me I should have my head examined when I agreed to be on this board,” Douglas said. “I did it because I felt I could make a difference.”

Thoreson, who drafted the resolution to reinstate the students, said he did so because he heard heartfelt stories from so many students and their parents who said the board’s late decision did not give them time to find suitable alternatives because other programs were closed or cost-prohibitive.

“I can’t say how we will decide this in the future, but next year, parents and students will not be able to say they didn’t have time to make arrangements,” he said.

Board member Tom Phelps added, “I don’t think we had enough information when we were placed in the position of making the decision (to cap open enrollment). We left some children out in our struggle to control the numbers. Going forward our policy has to be very clear.”

Board member Ben Kotowski said open enrollment brings in revenue and helps to offset the school’s declining resident population of students.

“It also adds a small fraction of minorities,” he said. “The world our own kids are going out to work in is more diverse.”

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There were 19 queens and 16 kings of all ages crowned at the first annual Special Girls Pageant and formal dance at the Bessie Benner Metzenbaum Center in Chester Township Saturday.

Redefining Beauty at Special Girls Pageant

By Danielle Young No one knows you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover or that its what is on the inside that counts more than Mary Sample, a mother of a special needs child.

Which is why Sample sought to “redefine beauty” by starting the first ever Special Girls Pageant, a formal dance for special needs people that celebrates beauty, inside and out.

The pageant, which included a dinner and dance, was held Saturday at The Bessie Benner Metzenbaum Center in Chester Township, a facility that helps individuals in Geauga County with developmental disabilities.

The theme was “Outer beauty is a gift, inner beauty is an accomplishment.”

Sample came up with the idea from seeing how much her 15-year-old daughter, Alyssa, loves her pageants and “loves to feel beautiful.”

“I am so blessed to be a parent of a special needs child,” Sample said. “They are the most beautiful people I’ve ever known.”

The participants were of all ages.

Each were announced to the crowd of family and friends and crowned with sashes and either a crown or tiara.

The queens of the night included Alyssa Wills, Dani Taraba, Stephanie Williamson, Alexa Ziegler, Kristen, Mo, Ruthie Ensley, Christy Roubic, Olivia Depiore, Megan Folliett, April Rose, Hayley Williamson, Katie Campbell, Alicia Wagner, Alyss Gotliebowski, Emilie Ervin, Erin Farragher, Eve Siberton, and Emma Mazny.

The kings were Landon Browning, Benny Rhoades, Caleb McArthur,

Tyrone Hill, Augustine Bowden, Andrew, Gerald Mackey, Kurt Kinson, Greg Gaydos, Dale Richmond, TJ Rose, Joshua Myers, Joe Mach, Kevin, Chris Carney, and Scott Ervin.

“You guys are beautiful every single day and I thank you for letting us do this for you, and I thank you for showing me the type of person I must be,” Sample said to the participants.

Most of them couldn’t go to their own proms, so many were calling this event their prom. Some of them have never had their hair and make-up done, she said.

The event was just like a formal prom, with formal attire, emcees and a DJ. There was also a 50/50 raffle and a Chinese auction fundraiser to raise money for the Special Olympics.

Burton Village resident Maria Dellapina, founder of Specs4Us, a business located in Burton that makes specially designed glasses for children and adults with Down Syndrome, was also present at the pageant with her daughter Erin.

“It was a truly uplifting event and very well put together,” Dellapina said Monday. “It made her [Erin] feel like a princess, it was the highlight of her day.

She never stopped grinning the whole night. She didn’t want it to end.”

Bill La Rue of CTM, LLC., the main corporate sponsor, was cited by Sample as the reason her humble idea became a reality, and who made the event “bigger and better.”

There were also countless individuals and businesses that donated and volunteered for the special pageant, helping with all aspects of the night from food

and music to clothes and hair.

“Its really a testament to Geauga County how so many people jumped on board to show support for the special needs community,” Sample said. “They love unconditionally, and others could really learn from them on what’s really important.”

They plan to make the event an annual occurrence and to have more room next year. Sample can’t wait to see what next year’s pageant will bring.

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Ballantyne recently directed “The Wizard of Oz” at GLTG. Auditions will be held at 7 p.m., July 7 and 8 at the Log Cabin on East Park Street on Chardon Square, near the theater.

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Ferguson 35 Bluegrass Quartet July 16 Paul Kovac, who headed Clear Fork for nearly 25 years, now calls this all-star ensemble the “Ferguson 35 Bluegrass

July 23 The Lenny Russo Band is a popular favorite returning to our bandstand again this year. They create a celebration air with a broad repertoire of happy music. This well-rehearsed group of accomplished musicians mixes humor into their selections from swing, Dixieland and Latin Favorites.

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Deutscher Musik Verein Aug. 6 This 30-piece costumed German concert band plays a wide variety of German and other European music.

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12565 Chesterfield Lane, to Jeffrey A. and Christina D. Sherwood, $330,000.

(3.01 acres) Kevin J. Ellison (trustee), 8301 Sherman Road, to Erica P. and Neal Benjamin Yesko, $405,000. (5.55 acres) Gregory C. Soukup, 12840 Cassie Lane, to Roustem Saiakhov and Nataliya Goncharenko, $500,000. (5.00 acres)

MUNSON TOWNSHIP RBS Citizens N.A., 12321 Carroll Drive, to George R. and Elizabeth J. Weber, $103,000. (2.17 acres)

RUSSELL TOWNSHIP Shirley S. Custer (trustee), 15058 Hook Hollow Road, to Jamie A. Fee, $138,000. (1.64 acres) Ian Scott and Marijana M. Glass, 13605 Braeburn Lane, to Michael S. and Cherie L. Hornsby, $689,000. (3.06 acres) Music Hill West Inc., Harmony Falls Lane (s/l 4), to Sandra L. Holpit, $110,000. (3.00 acres)

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LIBRARIES GEAUGA WEST LIBRARY The Geauga West Library is at 13455 Chillicothe Road. For information on these programs or to register, call 440-729-4250.

YOUTH PROGRAMS Fizz Boom Read!

There is still time to register for the Summer Reading Club.

Stop in to sign up and to pick up a reading log. Read to win prizes. The more you read, the more chances to win.

Summer reading begins the last day of school and will continue until Aug. 9.

Every child through grade 12 is invited to participate, so sign up today.

Plop, Plop, Fizz Fizz June 26, 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.

For students entering grades 1-5.

Come and try different experiments and learn the science behind AlkaSeltzer.

This is both a hands-on and demonstration program.

technology and is able to translate trends into ideas that help the library and its patrons. We are extremely pleased to offer Lisa this position.”

Mertel joins GCPL with an extensive background in library service.

In her most recent position, she was a librarian at Shaker Heights Public Library where she assisted patrons with reference and research.

She also was instrumental in developing the library’s collection and in creating reading lists and developing the website.

In other professional experience, Mertel worked in France as an English teacher to university students for two years. Her academic degrees include a master’s of library science, a master’s of history and a bachelor’s of English, all from Kent State University.

Mertel is an avid runner and has competed in seven half-marathons. She also is proficient in French and is certified to teach English as a Second Language.

Craft Day

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July 2, 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.

For children entering grades 1-5.

Craft day is back. Make science crafts and more.

Gates Mills Library is at 1491 Chagrin River Road. For more information on these programs or to register, call 440423-4808 or register in person.

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Tween Summer Book Discussion

Literary Elements All adults are invited to participate in this summer’s reading contest, “Literary Elements.”

Simply read a book, fill out a ballot and drop it in the box.

Weekly drawings are held and prizes include gift cards from favorite establishments.

Make a Necklace With Literary Elements June 25, 6 p.m.

Last chance to register. Make a necklace using print from the pages of a real book.

There is a $10 materials fee due at class time. Limited class size.

Lisa Mertel Joins Library Staff Geauga County Public Library is pleased to announce Lisa Mertel has been hired as head of adult services, assistant manager at Geauga West Library in Chester Township.

In her new role, Mertel is responsible for coordinating adult programing at the Geauga West Library, supervising reference staff, working with a team of reference librarians throughout the system and sup- Mertel porting the literacy, materials, reference and collection services of the library system.

“Lisa has a breadth of experience that’s practical and creative,” says Linda Yanko, manager of Geauga West Library.

“She understands customer service and is excellent at developing and curating collections. She is interested in emerging

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Students going into grades 6-12 are invited to a special summer book discussion. Now that school’s out, let’s read something for fun, and then talk about it.

Pick up and read a copy of “Island of Thieves” by Josh Lacey and then join to share thoughts. Registration requested.

Gates Mills Art Reception June 29, 2-4 p.m.

The Friends of The Gates Mills Branch Library features an artist in the Gates Mills Branch Library every two months. Come see Gates Mills through the eyes of photographer Mort Tucker as the featured artist starting July 1. The show will run for approximately six weeks during library hours.

A free artist reception with light refreshments will be held. Meet the artist and discuss work.

Sort Out Recycling July 2, 7-8:30 p.m.

The Solid Waste Management District will address the complexities of the recycling process and dispel recycling myths. Learn where recyclables go and how recycling benefits the environment.

Registration requested.

Certified Collision Repair

Did You Know?

In Ohio (by law) you have the right to have your vehicle repaired at the shop of your choice.

Family Storytime Wednesdays, 10-10:30 a.m.

Join for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children not yet in Kindergarten.

Baby & Me / Toddler Storytime Thursdays , 10-10:30 a.m.

Join for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth through 35 months old and caregivers.

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PARKS & RECREATION G E A U G A PA R K D I S T R I C T All programs are wheelchair and stroller accessible unless otherwise noted.

For more information on these programs, call the Geauga Park District at 440-2869516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.

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Begin/end each day at The West Woods, Affelder House For youth entering fifth through seventh grades. Explore the great outdoors hiking, fishing, canoeing, biking, rocketlaunching, geocaching and more.

Transportation provided to locations of various activities. Schedules, waivers and other details sent upon registration.

Bring lunch, water and raincoat in a backpack for each day’s activities; other equipment provided. Fee is $150.

See Things to Do on the website for July and August camp opportunities for this age group. Registration required.

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The West Woods, Nature Center Singers and musicians sign up for one of six 15-minute informal performance spots upon arrival starting at 7 p.m. All musical genres on acoustic or gently amplified instruments welcome. Audience sing-along follows; evening ends with open jam session. Snacks to share welcome.

Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Superstitions!

June 27, 7-9 p.m.

Observatory Park, Robert McCullough Science Center This June, a full moon rises on the night of Friday the 13th.

Did you hold your purse up to the moon, expecting wealth?

Maybe you tried to improve your love life by watching the moon through a handkerchief. Come and learn some of the superstitions various cultures have held about the sky. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Cuyahoga Kayak (Ages 14+) June 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Camp Hi Canoe Livery, 12274 Abbott Road, Hiram The wilds of the Upper Cuyahoga River are home to a wondrous variety of birds and beasts. Join a naturalist on this

10-mile adventure as we paddle toward discovery of plants and wildlife in and along the river. Rent a single-seat kayak available through Camp Hi for $16 or bring your own and Camp Hi will shuttle you and your kayak to Eldon Russell for $8. Fees payable to Camp Hi the day of the program. Registration June 21-27.

Registration required.

Hootenanny Sing-along June 28, 7-8:30 p.m.

Big Creek Park, Amphitheater Relive the “Great Folk Scare” of the 1950-60s Folk Music Revival. It’s audience participation night as you sing along with favorites by Tom Paxton, Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan, Peter, Paul & Mary, the Kingston Trio and other greats. Songleading and musical accompaniment provided by the Big Creek Balladeers.

Beatnik or period dress encouraged.

Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show June 29, 2-3 p.m.

Observatory Park, Robert McCullough Science Center Join us every Sunday at 2 p.m. for a planetarium preview of what to look for in the sky this week. You’ll also learn how to participate in the Globe At Night program, a worldwide science project to measure light pollution. Wheelchair and stroller accessible.

X-TREME Days: Ravine Survival Challenge June 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Welton’s Gorge, Burton Twp. Program for teens entering eighth through 10th grades. Venture into a woodland ravine to discover deep rock ledges, cool streams, salamanders and other stream life at this Park District preserve.

Program is outdoors and includes slippery stream bottoms, steep grades, off-trail obstacles like downed trees, and stream crossings; please wear sturdy shoes with traction that can get wet walking in rocky streams and dress for the weather. Waivers required.

Bring lunch, water and raincoat in a backpack; other equipment provided.

Fee is $30.

See Things to Do on the website for July camp opportunities for this age group. Registration required.

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July 23, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

The Master Gardeners will answer questions on Helpline for free.

Now they are offering an open evening of diagnostic help in the middle of the growing season.

Bring your gardening problems, questions and even diseased or failure to thrive plant samples.

The Master Gardeners will provide educational information on plant diseases, insects and their control. Individual concerns will be addressed as well.

If your gardens are lush and growing without incident, come gather with your fellow gardeners and listen and learn.

Light refreshments provided. Free community offering.

Program held at the OSU Extension Office, Patterson Building, 14269 Claridon Troy Road in Burton.

Preregistration encouraged by calling 440-834-4656, walk-ins welcome. Visit www.geauga.osu.edu for more information.

Aug. 13, 7-9 p.m. $35 You have seen these magnificent plants at garden centers and at The Great Geauga County Fair.

L e a r n h o w t o s e l e c t a n d g ro w these spectacular, fragrant flowers.

Go to the award-winning brugmansia garden of Master Gardener Phyllis Mihalik where she will teach you the care and propagation of these beauties.

She will show the tricks to get hundreds of blooms on a single plant and how to winter them over for years of enjoyment. As a special treat, you’ll even get a brugmansia to take home. Cost is $35.

Additional plants will be available for purchase. Ask Phyllis for a tour of her garden, too.

Call 440-834-4656 to register and get directions. View a list of upcoming Master Gardener classes online at geauga.osu.edu.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Move Here I have lived in the West G community for 10 years. We moved from South Euclid. I still have my house in South Euclid because it is worth absolutely nothing.

We have struggled and sacrificed to move here and keep making payments on our home in South Euclid as well. I am tired of hearing people who do not live here complain about our district and our board members.

They write letters saying that their child was declined enrollment for next year, even though they have been attending West G for years. They come to board meetings and bash our board members, people who we vote in because we live here. If you want them removed, move here so you can vote, too.

I want people who come here for open enrollment to understand — it is not that we don’t want you here. We just want you to move here. Are you going to care about our community once your child is no longer in school here? For those whose children have been going to West G for years, wasn’t it explained that it could end at any time? Why haven’t you moved here? It would be great if your kids were grandfathered in, but that is not how statewide open enrollment works.

The main reason so many kids were denied was not because the board voted to cut 34 kids — it was because so many more applied this year, because now that is what West G is known for and the word is out.

It is out of control. Kenston started open enrollment, but the first thing they stated was that they would keep control on it and would not end up like West G. Contiguous open enrollment might be a way to appease both sides. It allows people who live in cities/townships that touch West G’s borders to attend our schools. This will allow the people who actually live out here (in neighboring communities) to attend West G — these are the people who frequent our stores, help keep up our economy and care about this community whether their child attends West G or not, because they have a vested interest in this area.

We cannot keep opening our doors to everyone. Eventually, people that live here will start moving away.

Homes will be worth less and less.

Open enrollment kids will not want to come here anymore because the school system will have deteriorated and the rest of us will be stuck with a house they cannot sell and a district that they don’t want to send their kids to. Does this sound familiar?

Look at the communities around you where the school systems have gone downhill. The homes are now worth nothing. We have to do something with

regards to the free reign on open enrollment before this happens here.

It is hard to see while it is happening, but if you look back, it will be clear as day.

Ilene Cesa Russell Township

Questioning Faith in Court The Citizens United and McCutcheons decision by the Supreme Court destroyed my faith in the court. I have always held the U. S. Supreme Court in high regard and our last bastion against foul play in the courts. Now, I’m not so sure.

The members of the court appear to be beholden to the moneyed interests, not to the citizens. This was not always so.

Ten or more years ago, we ordinary citizens could always count on the high court to rule in favor of the majority of citizens, but lately, “those who pay get to play.”

I don’t accuse the justices of accepting bribes, just judging in favor of those in power, primarily financial power.

It’s time for the country to get back to its roots and for the court to uphold democratic principles instead of corporate interests.

Elliott Berenson Chester Township

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Good Job West G BOE Kudos to the West G school board for reversing its decision to kick out over 30 open enrollment students who want to stay in our schools.

Credit goes to four board members: Mr. Douglas approached this subject eloquently, with an open mind. Mr. Kotowski, who had voted against the original decision, showed patience and fortitude. Dr. Phelps and Mr. Thoreson get special credit for admitting their prior misjudgment and making it right.

It’s hard for anyone, let alone elected officials, to admit a mistake. It takes a big heart and lots of humility, traits rarely seen in the public sector.

Unfortunately one board member, Mrs. Dottore, clung to her role as instigator of the “Kick ‘em out” decision, and voted against her wiser peers.

School may be out, but our own West G kids, keenly aware of this whole fiasco, will learn a valuable life lesson from the board’s thoughtfulness.

By the way, taxpayers also benefit since this reversal brings the district about $175,000 yearly in free money courtesy of the state of Ohio. This was not the key reason for the board’s good judgment. But good things happen to folks who do good things.

Doug and Barb Bletcher Russell Township

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After speaking with occupants, it turned out they had the wrong driveway and were turning around. Driver of vehicle was found to be under suspension and was issued a citation. Passenger was valid and was able to take possession of vehicle.

OVI Officers were dispatched to Carmichael Drive for a report of a vehicle that struck a trash can. Upon arrivial, officers observed driver standing outside of vehicle. Officers detected an odor of alcohol on driver and performed a field sobriety test, which driver

was unable to do. Driver was then placed under arrest for OVI and taken back to the station. Driver was issued a citation for OVI and improper backing.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL Officers were dispatched for a hazardous material in the roadway on Mulberry Road. Upon arrival, officers determined it was diesel fuel all over the road. Officers were able to locate driver who was unaware that a gas can had been leaking all over the road from the bed of the truck. Police had to call out the fire deptartment to wash the diesel out of the roadway and driver was issued a citation for unsecure load.

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John’s Plumbing: Affordable, reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.

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J.H. Seamless Gutters. 28 years experience. 440-477-8970.

Summer tutoring. Call Carter, 216-9044707.

Two Chicks and a Broom Housecleaning: over 10 years experience.

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Whole House powerwashing: Spring clean-up, home exteriors, concrete driveways, sidewalks, stone and decks. Call Mr. Powerwash at 440-5647404 or 703-474-7298.

The Painting Company - home exteriors and interiors. Free estimates, references. 440-564-7404.

Decks, power-washing and staining, protective coatings. Free estimates, references. 440-564-7404.

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Local restaurant hiring for hostesses, servers and food runners. No experience necessary. Must be available year round. No summer help. Please apply at My Thai, 8488 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland.

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2007 Honda motorcycle, black, 7,000 miles, $4,995, awesome!; 2008 Harley Davidson Soft Tail Deluxe, 3,400 miles, $11,500; 2004 GMC Envoy, fully loaded, 167k miles, red, $3,995; 2002 Trailblazer LT, 4-door, leather, loaded, $6,995; 1997 Coachman Catalina motor home, sleeps 6, $14,000. 440-834-3330 or 216-536-7718.

2000 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD; V6/4.3L, automatic, 50,000 miles, white/beige, platinum edition, dual power/heated leather seats, 6-disc CD w/6 speakers, sunroof, luggage rack, towing pkg., very Good Condition. $7,000. 440-796-5256.

Promark stump grinder, new engine and clutch. $1800. 440-321-5389.

Two cemetery plots and two concrete burial vaults for sale in the Western Reserve Memorial Gardens. Plots are located in the Peace Garden section of the cemetery. Asking $4,000 the package but will consider reasonable offers. Please contact Mark at 714-7947756.

Car Tipper: (tips cars on its side) Easy way to work. $500. 216-214-4979.

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Tour V2. Cost $250, sell for $125 or offer. 440-729-0209.

WANTED Wanted: Vintage Stanley woodworking planes, hand tools and machinist tools. Will pay reasonable prices. Call Karl, 440-812-3392.

GRANDMA’S Costume Jewelry Compacts • Perfume Linens • Knickknacks

GRANDPA’S Toys • Trains Coins • Bottles Fishing Lures

ALSO BUYING:

Misc. Collections and Estates

Upright freezer, $200; dresser & double bed frame,$50; computer desk, L shape with storage, free!; armoire, $200; roll top desk & chair, $200; 2 glass end table, $25 for Both; oak kitchen table & 3 chairs, $40; entertainment center, $20; TV stand, $20; 2 TV’s, $10 each; antique wine barrel bar set: 1 table, 4 chairs, 2 end tables, 1 cocktail table, 1 couch, 1 foot rest, $600 OBO (chairs need some work); wing back chair, $10; white dressing table w/ chair, $20; brown dressing table with bench, $20; 2 maple end tables, $15 for both; cedar chest, $100.

440-729-2149.

GARAGE SALES

Wedding/Party Music Sound System for rent: Perfect for weddings/parties. Yamaha professional sound system with wireless microphone included. $175, delivery and set-up included.

Chesterland Rotary Club. Jim Bohinc, 440-729-2717.

For Rent: 12915 West Geauga Trail, Chesterland, OH 44026. $1,800/ month.

3 bedrooms, 2 baths, completely remodeled family home. 1,800 square feet, garage, central air. Lovely quiet neighborhood ideal for walking or biking, In West Geauga School District, which has a grade A performance index. Only 2 miles from Mayfield Heights shopping and I-271 corridor. Tenant responsible for gas, electric, trash. 216-409-8478.

MISC.

Dresser/lighted mirror, oak kitchen set, dining room table, 2 hutches, end table, chairs, lamps, pictures, brass fireplace screen. Must see! 440-2568787.

2004 32’ Travel Trailer: Excellent condition (garaged), slide out (sofa bed and free standing dinette), 27: TV, $11,500 OBO. 440-856-9440.

Rent a Tent: 20’x30’. Great for graduations, summer parties, clam bakes.

440-537-9348 or 440-537-5086.

Adult Caregiver position: part-time, evenings and/or nights. Experience/ STNA preferred. 440-423-3838.

Chesterland News 440-729-7667

Pool, new, 10’x3’, $40; Ladder stand off, $20; Roof carrier for ladders, $20.

440-729-2508.

Party Tent Rental: 20’ x 40’, delivery, set-up, tear down included, $220.

Proceeds used for community projects, scholarships.

Chesterland Rotary Club. Call Fred Nevar, 440-7292717.

CHESTERLAND NEWS

Part-time secretary needed at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 15 hours per week. Duties include: telephone and visitor interactions, managing church office, assist Pastors, prepare bulletins, record keeping and scheduling. Must be computer literate. Start mid-July. E-mail resume to stmarklutheran@juno.com or call 440-7291668.

Lifestyler Fitness Trainer Treadmill.

Asking $150. 440-479-5455.

1995 H-D FLSTN Softail Engine: 1340 cc’s, black/gray, showroom, clean, low miles, serious inquiries only. 440667-4054.

Kirtland: just west of 306 on Route 6.

Space available for commercial and industrial use. 440-283-9191.

Karlovec Media Group is hiring commission-based salespeople to sell print and online advertising in and around Geauga County.

The ideal candidate must have at least two years of sales experience.

Submit resume to editor@geaugamapleleaf.com.

Your Community Newspaper Since 1967

Three 50 foot sections of snow fence. $25 each or 3 for $60. 440-729-0209.

FOR RENT

Chesterland: For lease- 350sq. ft. office space. Great rates. Please call 440-557-5045 for more information.

Part time CDL driver. Asphalt experience preferred. samanthamilania @gmail.com.

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2008 Chevy Avalanche: black, LT3, 65,000 miles, heated leather, sunroof, 6-disc CD/MP3, new brakes- 2012. GM serviced. $25,000. 440-552-6996.

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WORK WANTED Experienced Amish girl looking for cleaning job. Has references. 440-3137370.

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All American Car Wash Apex Land Management Arabica Coffee House Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Bob K. (Mr. Gettysburg) Cardinal Community Credit Union Cardinal Physical Therapy CD&J’s Landscaping, LLC Ceramics & You Chase Bank Chesterland Chamber of Commerce Chesterland Mini Storage Chesterland News D&D Massotherapy Debbie Paterno Graphic Design Debord’s One Hour Heating & Air Eddy Fruit Farm Edward Jones Investments/ Allyn McNaughton Geauga Floor Care Geauga PC Georgio’s Pizza Glissful Boutique Joshua Saxon/Ruscher Insurance Lisa Thoreson/Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Luczkowski Agency/ Nationwide Insurance Merrill Lynch/ Anthony Anderson Monticello Garden Center Ohio Connect, LLC Our Town Cafe Painting Solutions Palma’s Hair Design PDC Home Solutions Perennials Preferred Playground World SAK Automotive Spencer Printing Concepts, Inc. TecXpert & Computer Options The Miniature Cellar The Quilted Thimble Tom Basista/West Geauga Plaza Truline Industries

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