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Your Community Newspaper Since 1967 Ex-Chester Twp. Police Officer Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Battery By John Karlovec john@karlovecmedia.com Former Chester Township police officer and West Geauga School Resource Officer Nicholas Iacampo pleaded not guilty Dec. 19 to charges of felony sexual battery and unruliness or delinquency of a child, a misdemeanor, for an alleged Aug. 6 incident with a 16-year-old girl. Iacampo, 29, Iacampo who lives in Painesville with his wife, appeared for his arraignment via video before retired Portage County Common Pleas Court Judge John A. Enlow, who the Ohio Supreme Court assigned to preside over the Geauga County case. Also present were Lake County Assistant Prosecutor Adam Downing and defense counsel Ian Friedman and Madelyn Grant, of the Cleveland-based law firm Friedman, Nemecek & Long LLC. Enlow set a $20,000 personal recognizance bond for Iacampo and ordered him not to have any contact “whatsoever with minor DM, or family, directly or indirectly.” A pretrial hearing was set for Feb. 21, 2024. Iacampo was indicted a second time last month, after facing similar charges in August for the same alleged incident. Those charges were later dropped, however, because the Ohio Supreme Court found in 2016 the state law making it a felony for a peace officer to have sex with a minor more than two years younger than the officer was unconstitutional. This time, Iacampo was charged under a statute that prohibits a teacher, administrator, coach or other person in authority employed by or serving in a school from engaging in sexual conduct with a person who is enrolled in or attends See Iacampo • Page 2
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CHESTERLAND NEWS President Ben Kotowski Bids Farewell to Board Outgoing West Geauga Schools Board of Education President Ben Kotowski briefly reflected on his years of service to the district during his last school board meeting Dec. 18. “It’s been a privilege to serve on the school board for three terms, 12 years,” Kotowski said. “When I started, I had kids in school. Now I have kids with postgraduate degrees.” Kotowski cited West Geauga Schools as a major factor in his children’s success and expressed hope that over the next four years, the district will continue to progress. “Twelve years ago, this district was batting below its weight. Now, it’s hitting way above where you would SUBMITTED expect it to be, and that’s Superintendent Richard Markwardt, right, presents outgoing West Geauga because of a productive and Schools Board of Education President Ben Kotowski with a gift after comconstructive board that works memorating him for his many years of service to the district. well with the administration and (an) administration which, in turn, is extremely talented, and our community is … lucky to have them,” Kotowski said, also giving credit to the teachers and students of the district. Superintendent Richard Markwardt presented Kotowski with a gift and thanked him.
West G BOE Looks at Possible Future Building Configurations By Allison Wilson editor@karlovecmedia.com The West Geauga Schools Board of Education looked to the future at their Dec. 18 regular meeting, as Technology and Operations Director Scott Amstutz presented a three-year forecast for major projects. “When we think about all the different things that have to be done here, there’s quite a few when you look at all four sites that we’re looking at,” Amstutz said. “And what we did is we took a fiveyear budget proposal and looked, and we kind of crunched that down to three years and looked at the most important major projects that we need to address moving forward.” Amstutz is not the only person making these decisions, he added. Also involved in the process are
Treasurer Karen Pavlat, Superintendent Richard Markwardt, Facilities Manager Mark Richardson and Transportation Director Melody Coniglio, among other parties. Amstutz touched on the current state of the schools and considerations such as if a new building is built, what grades it might house. Earlier in the year, the Facility Master Plan Committee held discussions on centralizing the campus and downsizing to two buildings. The committee also brought up a need for renovations, which were last completed in 1996. “Obviously, with a (sixththrough-12th-grade building) for a middle/high school campus, you will not have (Westwood Elementary School) online and you will not have (Robert C. Lindsey Elementary School) online eventually, and then the middle school will
be renovated to do pre-k to (grade) 5, and then we have that middle/ high campus,” Amstutz said. A building for grades ninth through 12th would follow a different formula, he said, adding one elementary school would be kept online, one would be made a pre-kindergarten-through-second-grade building and the middle school would house grades third through eighth. No matter which building the board eventually decides to go with, the middle school will remain, he said, recommending the district invest more money into its renovations. Amstutz broke down the proposed renovations by site. These included a second well for the main campus, as the current single well supplies water to the middle school, high school and West See Schools • Page 2
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Town Crier GEL Breakfast
Jan. 5, 8-9:30 a.m. Mandy Orahood, Ohio Farm Bureau Federation organization director, will present “Seeds of Success: A Year in Agriculture, Future Trends and Celebrations” at the next Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast at Kent State University – Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton. Breakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m. Free and open to the public. For information or to register, call 440564-1060 or email info@geaugagrowth.com.
Learn About Invasive Plants
Jan. 7, 2-4 p.m. Support a Girl Scout Gold Award project and learn about invasive plants at the Geauga West Library. There will be crafts and hands-on activities. Contact Emily at 25.emily.vieira@westg.org with questions.
Fairmount Winter Session
Registration is now open for classes and workshops in art, dance, fitness, music and theatre at Fairmount Center for the Arts in Russell Township. Winter session begins Jan. 8 for all ages and skill levels. For more information, or to register for classes, visit www.fairmountcenter.org or call 440-338-3171.
the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at the Lions Shed located on the east side of the West Geauga Board of Education building. The club always welcomes new members.
Bloodmobile
Jan. 15, 12-6 p.m. The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
Coffee and Conversations
Jan. 18, 8-9 a.m. Join West Geauga Chamber of Commerce’s Third Thursday networking event at the Coffee Post, 12626 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. Guest speaker is Chester Police Chief Craig Young. The event is open to all chamber members, local business owners and community leaders. Visit wgchamber.com to register.
Jan. 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join Geauga Skywatchers Club for “Solar Eclipse” at the Geauga West Library. Prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse in April by learning all about solar eclipses, how they occur, how often they happen and more. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net to register.
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Jan. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Renowned genealogist Sunny Morton will present “A Wild Ride: Ohio River Travel in Stories and Songs” via Zoom at the next meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society. She will talk about her adventure floating down the Ohio River, reliving the experiences of ancestors in the early 1800s. The program will begin after a short business meeting. Registration is requested; visit gcgsoh.org.
Jan. 9 and 23, 7-8 p.m. Chesterland Lions Club holds meetings
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Geauga Public Library, and a generator and skylights for the middle school. The well would cost roughly $300,000; the generator was given a $300,000 quote in 2022 by Osborn Engineering; the skylights would cost about $150,000; the new windows for the middle school, roughly $550,000; and storm drainage would cost an estimated $300,000, Amstutz said in his presentation. “The important piece of this is our technology network hub,” Amstutz said of the middle school. “If the middle school goes down, everything goes down when it comes to our network.” It’s only a matter of time until the current skylights collapse, he said, adding the win-
dows are in similarly bad shape. “The coating on the back of the skylights are all deteriorated and all the fibers of the skylights, the front of the skylights, are all popping through,” he said. Considerations for Westwood Elementary School included the potential placement of a pre-kindergarten classroom and site storm water drainage. Vice-President Christina Sherwood questioned if shifting around pre-kindergarten students while the board decides how to proceed could have a negative impact on them. “They, I think, really look to their teacher,” said Pupil Services Director Amy Davis. “If the teachers are calm, I think they really kind of take that attitude.” The board later passed a resolution authorizing requests for bids on the 2024 Summer Permanent Improvement Projects.
Matter of Balance Classes
Geauga Department on Aging and University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center are sponsoring Matter of Balance classes to Geauga seniors 60 and older interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength and in learning how to identify and control their fear of falling. The class will be held every Tuesday and Thursday, Feb. 6-29, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at West Geauga Senior Center, 8090 Cedar Road in Chester Township. To register, call Melissa Wheeler at 440279-2167. Class is free for all registered seniors. Space is limited.
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Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m. Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District hosts “Bats Incredible Creating a Bat Friendly Backyard” at Adam Hall, 11455 E. Washington St. in Auburn Township. Learn all about beneficial bats and ways to turn backyards into bat habitats. The family-friendly program will cover bat biology, natural history, bat myths and threats, gardening for bats, activities and more. Reservations are required for the free program. Questions? Contact Gail Prunty at gprunty@geauga.oh.gov or 440-8341122
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Former Chester Township police officer and West Geauga SRO Nicholas Iacampo pleaded not guilty at his Dec. 21 video arraignment to charges of sexual battery and unruliness or delinquency of a child for an alleged Aug. 6 incident with a 16-year-old girl.
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that school. He also is accused of aiding, abetting, inducing, causing, encouraging or contributing to a minor becoming an unruly or delinquent child by engaging in sexual conduct. “This case presents many stones to turn,” Friedman said. “In the courtroom, one should expect to see challenges to the legal issues, factual claims and basic constitutionality of the single charge. Just as I expect the state will be prepared, so, too, will our team on behalf of Mr. Iacampo.” Iacampo originally was arrested the evening of Aug. 6, after the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office received a 9-1-1 call from the father of a 16-year-old girl regarding allegations against a Chester Township police officer. He was arraigned Aug. 7 in Chardon Municipal Court on a third-degree felony charge of sexual battery against the 16-year-old. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office was brought in as a third-party investigative unit because Iacampo is the son of Chardon Municipal Court Judge Terri Stupica. At the same time, the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office was appointed as special counsel in the case. The investigation found Iacampo engaged
in sexual conduct with a minor who at the time of the incident was 16 years of age. The conduct allegedly took place in the parking lot of the Church of the Blessed Hope on Wilson Mills Road in Chester Township, according to law enforcement sources. Iacampo officially resigned from the Chester Police Department on Aug. 28. In a prepared statement issued last month after Iacampo’s second indictment, Chester Township Police Chief Craig T. Young wrote, “The members of this organization are devoted stewards of public safety and are willing to pay the ultimate price, if need be, to ensure this community’s safety. “No one is above the law and our personnel are held to strict standards of conduct to ensure faithful service and protection; our community deserves nothing less. The recent investigation involving the reported misconduct of a former officer in no way reflects any type of accepted behavior by this office; the members of this organization find this reported behavior appalling. Please understand that a resignation was accepted on the advice of our legal counsel, as terminations are often appealed and could result in a reinstatement regardless of the circumstances leading to the termination. Resignations are final.”
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The Shop with a Cop program began in South Russell Village in 2008. COVID-19 brought safety challenges, so the program evolved into a secret present delivery to parents so they could surprise their children, according to South Russell Police Chief Michael Rizzo. Pictured are Rizzo and his pal, Allie the Golden Doodle, wrapping surprise presents for selected South Russell families.
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Mentrek said the decision to hold the event at the fairgrounds is due to it being a rare and much bigger spectacle than past solar eclipse events. “We learned that there’s a bottomless appetite among the public to check out these cool solar eclipse events. We also learned that about 2,000 visitors is really the maximum capacity we can handle at one of our parks,” Mentrek said, adding the fairgrounds has room for everyone and has nice wide open spaces. Sauder shared a pair of eclipse safety glasses with park commissioners and said their goals is to provide a safe and educational viewing experience for participants. “What we did learn about eclipse glasses in 2017 is that it’s the hot ticket item,” she
said. “We have been purchasing in advance knowing that is the top thing people want and we have more than 6,000 ready to go.” Sauder said crowd estimation will be weather dependent, but the event is anticipated to host 6,000 to 8,000 visitors. “It will hopefully be a beautiful day and we are prepared,” Sauder said, before previewing the schedule of activities taking place at the fairgrounds. “The gates will open at 10:30 a.m. Indoor craft activities will start at 11 a.m. and run until 2 p.m. because we don’t want people inside doing activities when the pre-eclipse starts,” Sauder said. “We will have some outdoor viewing areas and activities going on through the length of the eclipse.” GPD Executive Director John Oros said the eclipse will be an exciting event and hopes for great weather. “It will be here before you know it,” Oros said.
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GPD Previews Plans for Rare Total Solar Eclipse By Brian Doering brian@karlovecmedia.com
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From left, Alicia Kosec, president of the Ohio North and Michigan regions of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services; Kelsey Brown, sales manager, Chardon and Chesterland offices; and Janis McCormick, Howard Hanna regional vice president.
Howard Hanna Announces New Manager at Chardon Office Staff Report Real estate brokerage Howard Hanna has promoted Kelsey Brown to the position of sales manager for its Chardon offices, expanding her ongoing role as sales manager of the Chesterland office. The expansion of Brown’s role comes as former Chardon office manager, James Barnes, decided to transition back into a sales role, according to Dec. 18 news release. Brown, a licensed agent since 2017, is a graduate of Kirtland High Schools and re-
sides in Leroy Township. Prior to her real estate career, she spent 14 years as a client experience manager at an international travel company, as well as time as a production coordinator at Knez Homes. “We are thrilled to watch Kelsey’s continued growth in her leadership role,” Alicia Kosec, president of the Ohio North and Michigan regions of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, said. “Her unique combination of industry knowledge, community ties and proven success in Chesterland positions her as an ideal leader for the Chardon office.”
Geauga Park District is already preparing for a historic total solar eclipse April 8, 2024. GPD Naturalist Chris Mentrek and Special Events Coordinator Holly Sauder appeared before the GPD Board of Commissioners during their meeting Dec. 18 to talk about their planned event at Geauga County Fairgrounds in Burton. “It’s a lifetime natural spectacle that’s coming right to Geauga County, so we have been planning how best to share that with the public,” Mentrek said. All of Geauga County will experience a total solar eclipse while other adjacent counties to the south and east will only experience a partial solar eclipse, Mentrek and Sauder said in their presentation. On average, the earth experiences a total solar eclipse every 18 months and the last total solar eclipse visible from Geauga County happened on June 16, 1806, they said. “We have had partial eclipses here in the past in Geauga County. This is our chance to be completely standing in the moon’s shadow for a few minutes,” Mentrek said. “It’s one of those things that comes around maybe once or twice in a lifetime.” A partial eclipse will begin at 1:59 p.m. and will take full affect at 3:14 p.m., according to the presentation. “We are going to get about three minutes and 27 seconds. If you check with other folks
around Ohio, you might hear a few seconds more or less,” Mentrek said. “The amount of time you spend in the moon’s shadow kind of depends on where you are when the shadow sweeps through Ohio.” Geauga County will not experience another total solar eclipse until Sept. 12, 2444, according to their presentation. See Eclipse • Page 3
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Jan. 1 – Feb. 29 The Winter Reading program is back for another snow-filled year. Register and complete a book or activity log each week to be entered into a prize drawing at the end of the event.
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Discussion Groups
No registration is required. • Geauga West, Jan. 3, 7 p.m., “Someone Else’s Shoes” by JoJo Moyes • Geauga West, Jan. 4, 2 p.m., “The Big Chill” (1983)
Passport Fair
Jan. 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. GCPL has partnered with the Geauga County Clerk of Courts to provide a one-stop shopping experience to help one complete the necessary steps to get a passport. No registration is required.
Exploring Your Creativity At Any Age
Jan. 22, 2-3 p.m. Explore different creative hobbies no matter one’s age by joining Elizabeth Bolander from the Fairmount Center for the Arts.
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WolveRRRines of the Month The November WolveRRRines of the Month at West Geauga middle and high schools demonstrate the three R’s of being Respectful, Responsible and Ready to Learn. They are Virginia Goodall, Mandi Petonic, Adelaide Miniard, Owen Recek, Abigail Hoose, Malory Lear and David Piekarski.
Lindsey Sing-Along Holiday cheer was in the air on the last day before winter break at Lindsey Elementary School. With students dressed in their hol-
iday best, the day kicked off with classroom parties organized by the PTO and concluded with an all-school sing-along.
Middle School Assembly
Students at West Geauga Middle School ended the last day of the second quarter trying once again to beat their teachers in a game of volleyball. The sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade classes each had their chance at victory, but the teachers came out on top and remained undefeated. Along with candy cane grams and a PTO treat, it was a great way to finish off the first semester.
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South Russell Village Hires Additional Inspector By Brian Doering brian@karlovecmedia.com South Russell Village Council recently hired an additional building inspector to serve as a backup to the village’s main longtime contractor, Dave Hocevar, of Inspection Solutions. “Dan D’Agostino, of Dagg Inspection Services, has been hired as an independent contractor to serve as an additional building inspector for South Russell Village,” Mayor Bill Koons said Dec. 14, adding village council members approved the agreement with D’Agostino during their Nov. 27 meeting. State law requires a building department to have a licensed inspector and a backup,
Koon explained, adding D’Agostino will be replacing employee Laura Heilman as the village’s backup. “Laura started as the building department secretary and earned her licenses over the years she worked for South Russell,” he said. “Laura is presently serving as the South Euclid building inspector.” Hocevar, hired in 1992, has worked for the village for over 25 years, Koons said, adding he retired several years back and started his own business, Inspection Solutions. “Since 2013, the village has retained Inspection Solutions for our building and zoning inspections,” Koons said. “We wanted a backup plan to be able to respond to residents’ needs. Dan will serve as an addition-
Grant Application Gets County Closer to More Broadband Access By Brian Doering brian@karlovecmedia.com Underserved areas in Geauga County are about to get more broadband support after Geauga County Commissioners passed a resolution Dec. 19 in support of Charter Communications applying for a broadband expansion grant. Charter Communications is planning to invest its own capital and apply for round two of the Ohio Residential Broadband Expansion Grant Program for a project targeting previously unserved locations in Geauga County. “Having a resolution from the county will give them additional points towards their application,” Commissioners Clerk Christine Blair said. The ORBEG is a competitive grant program designed to fund last-mile broadband infrastructure projects in rural areas currently lacking access to reliable, high-speed internet, according BroadbandOhio. The program was created in House Bill 2 of the 134th General Assembly and signed into law by Gov. Mike DeWine on May 17, 2021. Charter Communications is currently investing $1.25 billion in Ohio through its companywide network evolution project
and broadband expansion commitments to continue increasing the speeds they offer and adding new locations that can subscribe to their services, according to the resolution. “Investments in high-speed broadband infrastructure are vital to connect rural Ohio’s unserved and underserved residential locations, help close the digital divide, create economic opportunity and enhance long-term growth,” the resolution said. “High-speed internet enhances opportunity in the modern economy for unserved households across Ohio and Geauga County by enabling greater access to education, employment, healthcare and civic engagement.” Commissioner Tim Lennon broadband access has been a long-time issue for mainly rural areas in the county that have to no service. “Who knows what the future may hold as far as technology and someday, we may not need the infrastructure they are talking about — that is a concern. But, as of right now, I think it’s a utility that is just as important in today’s day and age,” Lennon said. “I think this would be a positive for Geauga County if they were to invest back into us.”
al inspector whenever Inspection Solutions cannot provide inspection services. If somebody needs an inspection and our one building inspector is out in town, then, we have another one who can take care of it hopefully within 24 hours.” Less than $10,000 in funding will be certified for the position, Koons said. “We spend about $50,000 on Inspection Solutions. We figured $10,000 is sufficient in what (D’Agostino) will do,” he said. “In 2022,
we paid him just a little over $7,000. Dan has served as an employee of the village for the last two years as a building and zoning inspector. We know him well and enjoy having him available. He brings many years of experience and knowledge of the building trades. “We are very fortunate to have two highly-qualified and respected building officials working for the village,” he added. “All over Ohio, municipalities are seeking building inspectors from an ever-decreasing and aging stock.”
Obituaries David M. Kluk
David M. Kluk, age 73, beloved and devoted lifelong husband for 50 years of Patricia “Patty” (nee McHugh); loving father of Jennifer (husband Jeff Schill) and Stephanie (husband Vince Lopez); devoted “Papa” of Lauren Becker, Milo Lopez, Jason Schill, Olive Lopez and Daniel Schill; cherished son of the late Martin and Gloria (nee Smargiassi); dearest brother of Sandra Kluk, Debbie Nelson (husband Michael), Laura Koch (husband Robert) and Robert Kluk (wife Denise); treasured brother-in-law of Ann McHugh and Edward Mallinak, and the late Mary Kay and John Fox Sr.; dear uncle, great uncle and friend of many. Survived by his faithful canine companion Loki. Dave was born on March 9, 1950, in Cleveland, and passed away Dec. 16, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He graduated from St. Joseph High School, in 1968, and went on to college at Cleveland State University and graduated from Cuyahoga Community College with his associate degree. Dave worked as a chemist and chief lab manager at NSL Analytical Co., where he retired on Sept. 15, 2017, after 40 years. The mayor of Warrensville Heights declared the day as “David Kluk Day.” He participated in the 1992 Cleveland Decathlon, enjoyed making wine and fishing, was an avid Browns fan and gardener, and loved to cook. His most enjoyment was spending time with his family and going to his grandkid’s events. Dave loved to travel, especially to Disney, where he took his family five times over the years. Many would describe him as a sociable, hardworking, caring person who was dedicated, strong and extraordinary with
a great sense of humor. Mostly, he was a devoted husband, father and Papa. Dave will be missed dearly by everyone who knew and loved him. Mass of Christian Burial was held Dec. 22, 2023, at St. Anselm Catholic Church, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland. Burial followed at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. Family received friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of David at The DeJohn Funeral Home & Celebrations Center of Chesterland, 12811 Chillicothe Road, on Dec. 21, 2023. Online obituary, guestbook and order flowers at www.DeJohnCares.com.
Rosetta M. Sapanaro
Rosetta M. Sapanaro (nee Volino), of Chester Township, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home surrounded by family on Dec. 19, 2024, ten days after celebrating her 100th birthday on Dec. 9, 2023. Rosetta was a loving wife to the late Joseph F. Sapanaro; loving mother to Larry (wife Nancy), the late Daniel (wife Lynn), Dennis (wife Adeline) and David. As a proud aunt, grandmother and grandmother-in-law, she was blessed to be able to send time with her many great-grandchildren. A 1942 graduate of John Hay High School, she was a housewife, Booster Mom and a Proctor most recently at St. Anselm School. She enjoyed playing cards with her beloved sisters, reading health and nutrition books, watching Fox News, The Food Channe, and EWTN. She had great in-laws and many good friends, and was loved by everyone who knew her. Mass of Christian Burial took place at St. Anselm Catholic Parish on Dec. 27, 2023. Burial at All Souls Cemetery, in Chardon Township, followed.
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FOR RENT Office Space in Chardon: second floor, Main Street, approx. 535 square feet. $600/month, includes HVAC and water. Call 440-285-2247.
FOR SALE Sleeper Sofa: Like new, blue, $275. Double air mattress, used once $20. 440-552-4115, Middlefield.
HONEY local raw dark fall honey; got two 1-gallon jugs (12-pound each); $75 each. 440-338-1585. Slate Shingles: 14” x 24”, total of 27. 12” x 22”, total of 16. All, or some. Make offer. 440-543-8118. Lincoln model AC 235 stick welder with helmet and some rod. Never used, $200. Call Karl at 440-8123392. Firewood: Seasoned Hardwood. Average length 17”. Free delivery within 10 miles of Chardon. 4’x8’x17” $120. 440-687-5404. DHS700X Hilti Cement Saw, “nice”; $800. EB6500 Honda Generator; $1,200/OBO. King 1200 CFM Dust Collector, like new: $500/OBO. 440-272-5736. Antique red fire engine truck pedal car, $175. Copper boiler w/lid, $55. Lifetime coffee pot, $75. Propane meat smoker. 440-636-3670. ANTIQUES: Humpback chest, pitcher & bowls, copper kettle, clocks, sewing cabinet, wood rocking horse, wood-crank wall phone, wood rockers. 440-338-3563.
SERVICES Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552. Did you know Karlovec Media Group prints business cards? Prices start at only $30 for 500 (B&W, 1-sided, no bleed). Call 440-729-7667 or email ads@karlovecmedia.com. Complete tree service, land clearing, firewood, excavation and sewer work. 440-687-5404.
HELP WANTED Caregiver Needed for bed ridden senior citizen in Chesterland. Part time hours, flexible, days or nights. May become full time. Work references required. 440-3390519.
PETS & ANIMALS Kittens available for adoption, 5-6 months old, fixed & vaxxed, feleuk/FIV negative, & need indoor homes. Call Rebecca 440-321-2485.
REAL ESTATE $79.9k .34 acre lot, a part of sought-after Lake Lucerne. Gas, Electric, Sanitary Sewer, Well Water all available. Listed on Zillow. 440-596-2608.
RENTAL WANTED Wanted to rent: Storage building or shop building, will repair and maintain if it needs work. 440-687-5404. Modest home for one person. I will repair and maintain if it needs work. 440-687-5404 or rhwent20@gmail. com.
WANTED TO BUY 4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119. Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392. Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.
WORK WANTED Experienced caregiver. Will do elder care in your home. Certified with references. 440-313-1804.