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Rotary Club Donates Lunch to UH-Geauga

By Emily Crebs news@geaugamapleleaf.com

Caretakers at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center did not know why firetrucks from five different cities were parked outside the main entrance to the hospital last Thursday morning.

A few nurses trickled outside to take pictures of the large U.S. flag suspended in the air between the ladders of two trucks.

The grand display was part of a lunch delivery the Chesterland Rotary Club provided — 40 sheet pizzas to feed the entire hospital staff.

With a police escort, rotary club President Walter “Skip” Claypool led a procession of club members who honked and yelled “Thank you!” from their cars to the cheering hospital staff.

Claypool drove to the front door of UH to make the drop off, his car See Lunch • Page 6

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University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center employees took pictures of the U.S. flag raised by local fire departments. The gesture was in recognition of hospital workers’ service during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Chesterland Rotary Club later treated UH employees to a pizza lunch.

Newbury, West G BOEs Cut 10 Positions Each

By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com

While 10 Newbury Schools staff members’ positions were terminated during a special Newbury Schools Board of Education meeting April 15, 25 of the district’s employees will be transferring to West Geauga Schools for the 2020-2021 school year.

Board President Maggie Zock said in a phone interview April 17 both districts’ school boards, unions and administrations have been working together to determine how many and which staff members will make the transition when the territory transfer takes place July 1.

Details of the negotiations are confidential, but action taken in the

April 15 virtual board meeting can be seen on YouTube at https://youtu.be/JV2Y6HKidnU. Even if a majority of Newbury Schools’ voters had not approved a territory transfer in 2018, the decreased number of students remaining at Newbury Schools would have required a reduction in force of about the same number of staff, Zock said.

The positions included a Spanish teacher, intervention specialist, school nurse, speech therapist, computer science teacher, math teacher, guidance counselor, music teacher, social studies teacher and educational assistant.

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Markwardt Welcomes Newbury Students

Dear Newbury Parents/Guardians, I hope that you are safe and well as we experience Ohio’s statewide Shelter in Place. I know that this is a stressful time for parents and kids. That is especially true for many of you this year as you prepare to join the West Geauga School community. Stress is an inherent part of change.

The understandable restrictions imposed by Governor DeWine have required us to cancel indefinitely many of our plans to introduce your families to West Geauga. We will reschedule those events when it is safe to do so, hopefully sometime this summer.

In the meantime, rest assured that we are very pleased to welcome our new students and their families from Newbury.

As a long-time resident of Geauga County, I have first-hand knowledge of the historically high quality of Newbury’s graduates. West Geauga is pleased and proud to welcome the Black Knights as members of the Wolverine family.

Sincerely, Richard A Markwardt, West Geauga Superintendent of Schools Reprinted from “Knightlines”

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County Line Road Project Overruns Discussed

By Ann Wishart

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Russell Township Trustees met in special session April 13 to address financial issues surrounding the County Line Road project the township is sharing with Hunting Valley Village in Cuyahoga County.

Trustees authorized a change order for the project and paid about $30,000 to TRAX Construction Company of Willoughby, said Trustee Jim Mueller in a phone conversation April 17.

They also dispersed payment of $60,000 from the Hunting Valley budget, he said.

Russell Township took the lead on the $3.7 million project in 2018, coordinating with Hunting Valley to improve County Line Road.

More than half the widening and straightening work is being done on the village side of the road, which twists and turns on the

south end where it connects with Kinsman Road.

Trustees also approved applying for the grant funds from the Ohio Public Works Commission for the township side of the project, Mueller said, adding it will be up to Hunting Valley Village to apply for OPWC grants for their side of the project. The grants total about 50 percent of the project cost, he said.

Trustees also discussed with an attorney which entity is responsible for covering the County Line cost overruns, Mueller said. The bill for the project’s unexpected delays and work is going to exceed the 10 percent of the contract contingency allowance, or $370,000.

“We’re in the negotiating stages,” he said.

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20 and unanimously passed a resolution approving the joint agreement between the two boards of education.

“The Newbury teachers will become WG teachers effective with the territory transfer,” Markwardt said in an email April 21, adding he expects West Geauga to have an increase of about 230 students in the fall.

The West G board also approved a reduction in force of nine and a half positions during Monday’s meeting. Most were related to the territory transfer, but one (the half position) was related to a change in programming independent of the territory transfer.

All were elementary school teachers with the exception of a high school Latin teacher, art teacher and science teacher, Markwardt said.

“They are employed through the end of the current school year,” he said. “A RIF is never pleasant. Its terms are dictated by legal and contractual provisions. We will do what we can to help our affected teachers secure employment in other districts.”

Board member Kathy Leavenworth said during the meeting the agreement also would allow the property taxes Newbury normally

received in July to be placed in the West Geauga account.

Markwardt said in the meeting he has had conversations with Newbury Schools administrators and he added a letter to their “Knightlines” newsletter assuring Newbury students they are welcome to West Geauga.

The territory transfer is not the only reason Newbury teachers are being let go.

A year ago, Newbury’s school board cut 14 staff members, citing declining enrollment.

The district had 275 students in kindergarten through grade 12 in the 2019-2020 school year.

West Geauga school board President Bill Beers said the process for deciding which teachers would be notified of his or her inclusion in a reduction in force was complicated and determined by each individual’s seniority, tenure, certification and the number of teachers needed at each level.

“It was dictated by West G’s contract with the teachers’ association,” he said April 21, adding contracts negotiated in both districts in the past had to be considered. “It’s driven by legal requirements,” he added.

Much can happen between now and August and that includes choices teachers may make, Beers said.

“Potentially, some employees may be recalled if individuals with more seniority accept other employment, but again, the recall will be driven by the contract and legal constraints,” he said in an email. “The generation of the RIF list is not taken lightly.”

A West Geauga parent, who asked to be anonymous, told the Maple Leaf in a phone conversation April 20 how upset she and other mothers are to lose 10 teachers they know and wondered what they can do to help those employees find jobs elsewhere.

She said the group is not opposed to the transfer of territory or having Newbury teachers come to West Geauga.

“We are all on-board for the merger, but we didn’t think we were going to lose teachers,” she said. “They are good people. We wanted to reach out and let them know how much they are loved and will be missed.”

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Geauga County Commissioners practice social distancing at their regular meeting April 21, where they discussed looming budget impacts of the COVID-19 crisis.

Geauga County Faces Long-Term Virus Impact

By Amy Patterson amy@geaugamapleleaf.com

On April 19, Geauga County saw its 100th coronavirus case — a number Health Commissioner Tom Quade said he could not have imagined hitting six weeks ago.

“Whether it was our first case, our first death, or our 100th case, we are reminded daily that these are not numbers; they are people,” Quade said in an email April 20. “Every single one of these 100 people became infected by coming into contact with someone else who might not even have known they were contagious. It is one more reminder that much of what we do to protect ourselves is also protecting so many people around us.”

Quade told Geauga County Commissioners at their meeting April 21 their monthlong plan allowing county employees to work from home, or to rotate shifts if not able to work from home, is a new norm across industries.

Another new norm, Quade said, is wearing cloth masks in public. In his email, he said masks are a good reminder most of the recommended safety steps — such as staying home when sick, keeping physical distance from each other and wearing regular cloth facemasks — are done to protect others.

“We have a virus that’s invisible, but (a mask is) a visible reminder that the virus is out there and it’s probably gonna be part of our culture for a while,” he said.

While medical masks should be reserved for those in healthcare settings, Quade added the wearing of fabric masks in the future may become the norm, similar to signs that say “No shirt, no shoes, no service” on store windows.

At the commissioners meeting, which was attended by several county department heads, Quade addressed Gov. Mike DeWine’s announcement the state might start a gradual reopening after May 1. That plan could depend largely on the state’s ability to expand COVID-19 testing to get a more complete pic-

ture of infection levels, he added.

“We don’t know what’s going to happen because we don’t know where we are,” Quade said. “Would I prefer to have another month, absolutely. I’m a health guy and … that’s my bias coming in, but I recognize we probably can’t afford to wait another month.”

Quade said the May 1 date puts pressure on government to reopen businesses, but it also drives pressure towards the level of expanded testing necessary to make a reopening successful.

He intends to use the next batch of tests released to the county to test the Amish population, as he feels part of the reason some in the community have not taken it seriously is because limited testing has brought up only one positive case so far.

Commissioner Tim Lennon addressed the economic impact of the COVID crisis, saying while some counties in the state are talking about furloughs and layoffs, Geauga County needs to get out ahead of looming tax revenue shortfalls.

According to Finance Manager Adrian Gorton’s 2020 appropriations budget presented to commissioners in December 2019, sales tax makes up 46 percent of the county’s general fund, with another 26 percent coming from real estate taxes.

The projected $1 million in casino revenue will also be reduced, as casinos are not currently open. Casino tax dollars were intended by the state to replace money removed from the local government fund.

The troublesome aspect of planning is while the state sees the immediate impact of declining sales tax revenue, the county won’t see those numbers until tax dollars are disbursed in June and July, County Administrator Gerry Morgan told commissioners.

“The sales tax was down 9.5 (percent) off of the state’s estimate,” Morgan said. “But it was only down 4.4 (percent) versus March of 2019. So, depending on which set of numbers you look at – that’s the other problem – you See County • Page 9

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The Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on April 9 began at 4:30 p.m. The first topic was a review by Fiscal Officer Patricia Jarrett of copier proposals from several vendors. Current leases for town hall and the road and fire departments have expired and lease options are being evaluated. No decisions were made.

A motion was passed recognizing the last Friday in April as Arbor Day. The action was taken as part of Chester Township’s participation in the “National Tree Cities USA” registry.

An adjustment in the hourly pay rate of Gary Huston, a long-time seasonal employee for the township’s road department, was adjusted to reflect the 2 percent pay raise other road employees had received as part of their union contract. Trustees thank Huston for his years of service as well as his many hours of community service as a volunteer.

Adjustments were made to clarify the township’s COVID-19 policy and a motion was approved after the fact to adopt the needed changes. A motion was approved transferring the Parkside Park and township grounds maintenance contract of SWB Landscaping to Lowe’s Greenhouse. Lowe’s had purchased SWB Landscaping, which has been providing Parkside Park and grounds maintenance for town hall.

Service Director Joe Fornaro explained that recent storms caused some damage requiring repair. A motion requesting the Geauga County Engineer to perform the design work is required and was approved.

At 5:01 p.m., the trustees, Jarrett and Fornaro entered into executive session.

Fornaro left the session at 5:28 p.m. and the

elected officials returned to public session at 6:17 p.m. to conduct additional public business.

Trustee Radtke provided an update on the Chester community questionnaire. A proposal by Weekley’s for the printing, postage, mailing and return mail of the questionnaire was approved. Originally, Cleveland State University (CSU) was to perform the services, but due to the COVID-19 shutdown, they are uncertain when these services could be provided to the township. CSU supported this action, which also saved the township approximately $1,700. Watch for future updates in the Chesterland News on when the mailing will occur.

Trustee Claypool provided a summary overview of streaming options available for the township to consider to livestream trustees meetings. Options include Zoom, Vimeo and YouTube TV. Claypool will continue the efforts. There was general agreement to trial Zoom at the April 23 trustees meeting.

Although no members of the public were present at the meeting, residents may still request an electronic copy of the audio recording of meetings via email at no cost or CDs at a fee of $1 each. Residents will need to download the free software DSS Lite to listen to the email version of the meeting.

Claypool, who is a member of the Chesterland Rotary Club, noted that residents may drop off nonperishable foods at the Chester Police Department. The food will be donated to seniors in need.

Submitted by Ken Radtke Jr., Chester Township Trustee

Kiwanis Continues to Help Community Kiwanis Club of West Geauga continues to help those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kiwanis has been handing out $1,000 in $50 Giant Eagle gift cards during the specified senior hours. It has also given $700 to the Geauga County Job and Family Services food pantry and the Next Step foster care

food program.

Kiwanis also donated $1,000 to the Geauga County Department of Aging senior food pantry.

The Kiwanis Independence Day Parade is fast approaching and a decision has not yet been made on whether to go forward with it or cancel.

Chester Twp. Seeks Resident Input A comprehensive questionnaire that asks residents about quality of life, zoning issues and future development is being mailed to all residents of Chester Township in early May. The questionnaire will help the township address concerns, formulate goals and plan for the future, according to Anthony Nastasi, chairman of Chester Township’s planning committee.

Cleveland State University’s Community Planning Program wrote the questions with the assistance of planning committee members and residents. Natasi explained that

the process took six months and would not have been possible without the cooperation of residents, business owners and township officials.

“This truly was a group effort,” he said.

“Committee meetings were open to the public and streamed live on Facebook. We wanted to make sure that we listened to and included all residents in the process.”

Results will be analyzed by CSU’s planning program and made available to all residents by summer.

Chester Township’s last community-wide survey was conducted in 2002. It was incorporated into the township’s Land Use Plan and used as a planning tool.

The Geauga County Planning Commission authored the township’s current Land Use Plan in 2009. It is slated to be updated by the Planning Commission in the next year.

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from page 1 sporting a Bada Bing Pizza delivery sign.

Lenora Likins, a quality improvement nurse at UH, was on the third floor of the hospital when the ladders outside piqued her curiosity.

“I actually saw the cranes out of a thirdfloor window and wondered what was going on, and then the overhead paged us if we were available, to come out,” Likins said.

Adam Beach, director of clinical services at UH, said the Chesterland Rotary Club and Geauga County Emergency Services wanted to recognize the UH hospital staff for their work during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

While Beach knew of the lunch delivery, “I didn’t expect there to be this much. I thought it was going to be a couple firetrucks.

This is pretty sweet.”

This isn’t the first time the Geauga community has displayed support for UH. Beach said the hospital has received snacks, lunches and an abundance of Girl Scout cookies.

Beach said because Girl Scouts couldn’t sell outside of grocery stores, parents have purchased boxes to donate to the hospital.

“We’ve probably eaten more Girl Scout cookies this year,” Beach said with a laugh.

One donation from S.A.M. Landscaping, the company that works on the hospital grounds, totaled around 300 boxes of cookies, Beach said.

He and many other hospital workers wore masks made and donated by community members. Beach said in addition to masks, the community members have made 3D face shields

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and donated personal protective equipment.

“The beauty of a community hospital is everybody supports us here and for years, we’ve been fortunate enough to support the community. It’s really neat to see in return a lot of people reaching out and helping,” Beach said.

Likins explained some of the changes she has seen in the hospital to fight COVID-19.

“All the staff has been really great about everything. The visitors have been very understanding, which is helpful, but it’s been really different,” Likins said, adding with elected surgeries canceled, workers in the surgery department have taken on other hospital duties wherever needed.

Claypool spoke of the difficulty of being a hospital worker and fighting the coronavirus.

“They’re at a challenging time. They have to work long hours. They have to work in a risky situation. So we just felt that it was important to recognize the people that take care of us,” Claypool said.

He did not know the total number of emergency vehicles that would show up. He said he reached out to the Chester Township Fire Department, who reached out to Chardon and Munson fire departments. Trucks from Hamden and Burton fire departments also came.

“Geauga County’s kind of rare in that way. We’re all one big family. That means a lot,” Claypool said.

A number of public officials attended the pizza delivery, including Geauga County Commissioner Tim Lennon.

“It’s nice to take a break from some of the negative stuff we’ve had, the challenging things that we’ve had to deal with over the last month and a half,” Lennon said. “This is nice to take a break and be able to just say, ‘Thank you.’”

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Scouts Organize Food Drive Cub Scout Pack 3104 of Mayfield Church in Chester Township continued the tradition of community service in scouting on April 26. During this time of quarantine, the scouts and their leaders planned and carried out a food drive where all families of scouts could participate from the safety of their own homes.

They heeded Gov. Mike DeWine’s recommendations of social distancing, and each scout and their families prepared donations from their own pantries, and set them out at the end of their driveway for collection. Their leaders wearing masks and gloves drove around picking up the donations and delivered them to the Christ Presbyterian Church Food Pantry, benefiting families in need in Geauga County.

The Pack had reached out to the pantry and set up a special drop-off time so the Pack could safely deliver the collection during off hours. Their small food drive was a success, filling half a bed of a pick-up truck with donations and many have requested to do it again.

They plan to host another food drive in May, this time they plan to recruit more scouts and youth to help.

Any Scout troop, pack, post, ship or any other youth group from Geauga County that would like to be included in the May Geauga County Scouts Care food drive sponsored by Cub Pack 3104 is asked to email Cubmaster Benjamin Gorris at cubmasterpack3104@ gmail.com for more information.

The food drive will benefit the Geauga County Hunger Task Force in partnership with the United Way of Cleveland and the Cleveland Food Bank. For more information

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Glenn George Rex Glenn George Rex was blessed. He had a loving and supportive wife of 63 years, Ethel Horvath Rex, who preceded him in death. They had four children, married to wonderful spouses, who in turn gave him 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and another due in September.

Throughout his long life he experienced trials (personal and financial), hardships, World War II, disappointment, loss of loved ones, cancer himself and in some of those he loved. In everything he went through and everything we go through, we have a choice to make. We can turn to the Lord for guidance and salvation, or we can turn bitter.

Time and again, Glenn turned to the Lord, and we know he now is with Him. “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” James 1:12 Children are David (Karen, nee Lantz), Keith, Nancy Moritz (Brad) and Merry Poe (Greg); 12 grandchildren, Courtney Rex Crawford (Jason), Jessica Rex Leadbetter (Kyle), Tyler Rex (Claire), Logan Moritz (Lindsey), Jared Moritz (Hannah), Evan Moritz, Jonathan Moritz, Samantha Poe Wittensoldner (Jared), Rex Poe (Samantha), Carter Poe (Rachel), Casey Poe, Sadie Poe Ledford (Zach); 18 great-grandchildren, Graham, Miles and Ellie Crawford, Rogen, Mason, Jaxon and Kalyn Leadbetter, Grady and Carson Rex, Connor, Elizabeth and Grace Moritz, Oliver Moritz, Landon, Rylee and Vincent Wittensoldner, Callen and William Poe. Glenn was born April 24, 1926, the oldest of four brothers from Charley S. and Evelyn G. Rex. He also is survived by brother Howard. Harold and Harry preceded him in death.

Private family services.

A public memorial service will be held at Christ Presbyterian Church, 12419 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the USO (www.uso.org) or the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org).

Online condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.

Rose Napalo

CHESTER TWP. – Rose Napalo, 95, of Chester Township, passed away on April 20, 2020, after a brief illness.

Rose was born on Sept. 5, 1924, to Anna (nee Gymetric) and Charles Pollack, in Rachel, W. Va. She graduated from Farmington High School in 1943, during the height of World War II. At the conclusion of the war, she married her childhood sweetheart, Melvin Napalo, in 1946, and they moved to Cleveland to begin their lives together. In 1954, they built a house in Chesterland in Geauga County, where they would raise their two children.

Rose worked for many years in retail settings including at S.S. Kresge’s at Eastgate and for Rogers and Russo’s supermarkets in Chesterland. She retired in 1989.

Rose enjoyed gardening as well as quilting with the Sheauga Quilters, who met at the Geauga County Historical Society in Burton. She was a member of St. Anselm Catholic Church in Chesterland.

A devoted wife and mother, Rose lost her husband in 2003 and was predeceased by her three brothers and two sisters.

She is survived by her daughter, Marlene Napalo (Harry Whalen, deceased), of Chardon; son, David Napalo (Nancy), of Lake Forest, Ill.; grandchildren, Nicholas Napalo (Candace), of Brookhaven, Ga., and Emily Napalo Cavanaugh (Grant), of Oakland, Calif.; step-grandchildren, Robert Whalen, of Painesville, and Kate Phelps (Derek), of Willowick; and great-grandson, Milovan Napalo Cavanaugh.

The family thanks the many caregivers at Maplewood of Chardon, where Rose resided for the final nine years of her life. Their kindnesses, loving and compassionate care, and friendships were a blessing and greatly appreciated.

Those who knew Rose enjoyed her quick wit and sense of humor. Throughout life she demonstrated an admirable combination of strength tempered with sweetness.

Rose will be remembered as a gentle, serene soul who had an optimistic outlook and a kind word for everyone. She will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent in her honor to the Geauga County Historical Society, 14653 E. Park Street, Burton, OH 44021.

She will be interred at Viewpoint Cemetery in Rachel, W. Va. Online condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.

Notices should be sent in writing by the funeral directors and memorial societies to: Geauga County Maple Leaf, P.O. Box 1166, Chardon, OH, 44024-5166, or faxed to 440-285-2015. The Maple Leaf charges a flat fee of $75 per obituary or death notice, including a photograph.

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Obituaries Raymond J. Hartman

CHESTER TWP. – Raymond J. Hartman, age 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 18, 2020.

Born in Cleveland, he was a resident of Chester Township for the past 48 years.

Raymond owned several automobile service stations over a 47-year career.

He was a member of VFW Post 937, American Legion Post 601, in North Madison, and The Cleveland Grays.

Raymond also enjoyed collecting historical military items.

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He is survived by his wife of 48 years; five children; seven grandchildren; and a large extended family.

Raymond was preceded in death by his two siblings.

Due to the current public health concerns, services and interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery are private with family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Raymond’s name may be made to the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center at www.cleveland.va.gov/giving/E_Donate.asp.

Online tributes and condolences at www. gattozziandson.com.

Senior News & Events Dept. on Aging Continues to Feed Local Seniors

GDA’s Home Delivered Meals program continues to operate as usual. Seniors who need Home Delivered Meals may call 440279-2138 to register for delivery.

Congregate Meals “To-Go” are also available for pick up at the West Geauga Senior Center Monday through Friday. Seniors interested in receiving a meal should call the senior center, 440-279-2163, by 9 a.m. the days they would like to pick up a meal.

Nonperishable food items and food pantry assistance are available. Staff can assist with supplying basic nonperishable food items through the senior food pantry or local food pantry, and then deliver these items to Geauga County seniors.

Questions? Call the GDA Administrative Office at 440-279-2130, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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can look at 15 different sets of numbers and they’ll tell you different things.”

Lennon said other counties are being much more aggressive than Geauga, while some are not doing anything yet. He believes Geauga County needs to be proactive in its approach.

Commissioners Ralph Spidalieri and Jim Dvorak joined Lennon in unanimously approving a second two-week extension of the county’s temporary employee leave plan, which initially expired April 6 and will now extend to May 5. Commissioners will hold their next regular meeting on that date and determine whether the policy should continue for a further two weeks.

Commissioners worked with Morgan to draft a policy freezing pay increases and new hires until June 15. Temporary summer help employees, whose salary is $10 to $10.50 per hour, were exempted from the hiring freeze.

Maintenance Director Glen Vernick said these employees will be available for work in any department that needs extra help.

Commissioners have also asked department heads to halt large equipment purchases and limit spending to immediate needs only. County departments have been asked to hold off on starting new programs and to

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The Geauga County Department on Aging Home Delivered Meals Program essential employees and volunteers, including Beth Debord, are still making and delivering meals to homebound seniors.

review budgets and provide explanations for expenses.

The county has not planned any furloughs or layoffs at this time, Morgan said.

While the freezes apply to departments under the hiring authority of county commissioners, the office has requested all county departments follow the same guidelines.

“We’re not going to see the effect of March and April until what, June and July,” Lennon said. “I think somebody made the comment ‘well, the sky’s not falling,’... I’d say stick your head out the window, because there’s gonna be some impacts for sure. And hopefully it’s just a speed bump.”

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Cash for Junk Vehicles: running or not, classics/big trucks/etc., free removal, call/text Zac 440-679-7293.

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

1994 Cavalier for parts, new front rotors and calipers, Viper alarm, 6/32 tires on aluminum wheels, front bra, $325, call 440-548-5801.

2001 Chrysler Sebring. Mechanic’s special, many new parts, good tires and brakes, engine misfire. Drive it home $500 cash. 440-313-1178.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.

Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552.

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.

WANTED TO BUY Wanted ‘65-‘67 Mustang Convertible, and other muscle cars needing repair, call/ text 440-832-1465.

Vintage Stanley Bailey and other woodworking planes, also buying hand and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.

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YARD HELP: must be able to use lawn equipment and have own transportation, also garden helper needed, flexible hours, 440-729-1158.

YARD WORKER wanted: yard worker part-time, starting $12/hour cash, more with experience, driver’s license preferred, call 440-338-3563.

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