Rocky River Resident Reference 2023

Rocky River Resident Reference | 2023

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Local businesses and horticulture enthusiasts bring beauty to our public spaces.

Inside: Discover the stories behind Rocky River’s memorials | Learn about the city’s dedication to environmental stewardship | Meet individuals making a difference

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CONTENTS

FEATURE STORIES

4 From the Mayor 6 Around Town

A local resident is on a quest to preserve the stories behind the city’s many memorials.

20 Map and Street Index 24 Resident Reference 36 Restaurant Guide

7 Transportation

Rocky River is dedicated to providing transportation to seniors who hope to age in place.

8 Schools

A new cafe at Rocky River High School offers coffee and a multitude of opportunities for students.

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9 Library

Teens now have a dedicated space to kick back with friends at the library.

10 Faces of River

Meet two difference makers creating positive change in Rocky River.

12 Flower Power

Local florists and horticulture enthusiasts keep River blooming.

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16 Love Our City

Community organizations and local leaders are committed to environmental stewardship in Rocky River and beyond.

On the Cover: Photo by Laura Watilo Blake, Floral Arrangement by Bennett Hickey

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Discove of True

FROM THE MAYOR

R Welcome From the City of Rocky River Mayor Pamela E. Bobst Executive Assistant to the Mayor Mary Ellen Umerley

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ocky River is a city brimming with pride — pride in homeownership, pride in our top-notch schools, our superb city services, parks, library and more. With this pride comes a strong sense of community, and residents all play an active role in ensuring that Rocky River stays clean, safe, accessible and welcoming.

In this publication, you’ll read about a variety of programs focusing on environmental stewardship — from infrastructure that ensures Rocky River remains a walkable community to the Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to keep parks clean.

We also highlight new spaces at the library that give tweens and teens a safe and fun place to connect, as well as a new cafe at Rocky River High School that teaches students important life skills. You’ll also learn about the city’s commitment to making sure its senior residents have access to transportation.

And what would any city be without its strong business community?

While Rocky River is home to many wonderful businesses, in this issue, we highlight florists and plant purveyors that are bringing smiles to people’s faces and beauty to our public spaces.

It’s important, too, to remember those who have come before us and left their mark on the city. Luckily, one local resident is on a mission to make sure the stories behind Rocky River’s many memorials are preserved. We spotlight her efforts in this issue.

There’s so much to love about Rocky River — and so much to look forward to. On behalf of the city, we offer a special thank you to the businesses and organizations that have made this publication possible. We appreciate everyone’s dedication and willingness to support the 2023 Rocky River Resident Reference.

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AROUND TOWN

River Remembers One resident shares her quest to uncover the meaning behind the city’s memorials.

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“This work is so important for the community and such a gift.”

–Mayor Pamela Bobst

to have a memorial bench, they decided to commemorate their favorite spot so they could enjoy it together.

There’s also the plaque mounted to the chair in council chambers with the inscription, “Reserved: William P. Welsh, ‘Thank you for your longstanding support of our community.’” It’s where Bill Welsh sat for more than 16 years while attending city council meetings. Before Welsh died in 2021, he was named honorary eighth member of city council. On Monday evenings, Mayor Bobst pats the back of Bill’s chair twice as she enters council chambers.

Some memorials honor well-known residents such as Alex Hamilton, who coached Olympic medalist Jenny Fish, or musician Michael Stanley. Others celebrate lesser-known heroes, like Jacqueline and Marilyn Jauch. The two sisters donated $10,000 toward the restoration of an antique fire truck for the Rocky River Fire Department.

“This project is so meaningful to the community, both for folks that have honored a loved one and our residents that enjoy our parks and spend time learning the special meaning they have to others,” Holub says.

Residents interested in memorial trees, benches and plaques can contact the recreation department at 440-895-2599 or by email at recreation@rrcity.com, or the Rocky River Senior Center at 440-333-6660.

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Please contact the mayor’s office so that information can be added to the compilation.

C O U R T E S Y J O Y C E WA LT Z- U M E R L E Y

ave you ever read the engraved plaque on a bench and wondered — what’s the story behind that? If so, you’re a lot like Joyce Waltz-Umerley, a long-time resident and former city employee researching memorials in Rocky River.

It all started when she attended the city’s 2022 Arbor Day program. “The ceremony reminded me of how many tree plantings and memorials I had observed over 30 years,” says Waltz-Umerley.

After chatting with Mayor Pamela Bobst, she decided to compile a written history of the people behind the names on benches, trees and plaques around town. Bob Holub, the city’s director of recreation, provided her with a list of 30 memorials. Waltz-Umerley thought she might spend a month or so on the project. Instead, it’s grown to include more than 500 memorials, including bricks, chairs and more. The memorials date as far back as 1954, with some individuals having more than one. Eventually, Waltz-Umerley plans to create compendiums that she will deliver to the city.

“This work is so important for the community and such a gift,” says Bobst. “We know now that we need to keep really good records and have people write up a little bit of history about the individual so we have that for future generations.”

The project was a natural fit for Waltz-Umerley, given her interest in history and genealogy. When she discovers new memorials, she researches them online or in old obituaries. Family members, friends or co-workers of those memorialized can often share insight. “Some I still have dead ends on,” she says. “I may never know the answer.”

During her research, Waltz-Umerley uncovered many heartwarming stories, like the story of a bench in Rocky River Park with the engraving, “Lorri and Laurie Sunset Therapy.” These two women have been friends for 35 years and love watching the sunset in the park. Instead of waiting until one of them passed away

Curb to Curb

Service Transportation services help seniors age in place.

by Lisa Galek

Most older adults want to live independently, but transportation can be a major challenge. To help seniors stay independent, Rocky River provides curb-tocurb service for residents 60 and older who no longer drive.

The city maintains a diverse fleet of vehicles. Each meets a unique need — from the sedan transporting a single rider to a doctor’s appointment to the 14-passenger van shuttling a group to a senior center event. “Most people want to age in place and stay in their home as long as possible,” says Deborah Huff, senior services director. “This is one service that allows them to do that.”

About 1,400 seniors depend on this program. They can schedule trips for groceries, banking or appointments five days a week while limiting their reliance on family members. “It is such a deeply valued service by our seniors and their families,” says Mayor Pamela Bobst.

The program is funded by grants from the Lakewood Rocky River Rotary Foundation and Giant Eagle Foundation. Huff says Rocky River recently applied for a new grant and hopes to add a transit vehicle in the future.

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SCHOOLS

A Cafe with Class

Rocky River High School’s coffee shop offers a resource for logging service hours, learning life skills and building community.

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of coffee before the morning bell rings and during free periods. The school sources coffee locally from Caruso’s — the same supplier for Erie Island Coffee. “We want to use really good-quality coffee so kids will buy it,” Kalinowski says, adding that the top seller is hot chocolate, with the cafe selling about 150 cups per day. The menu also includes chai, refreshers, matcha, hot cider and seasonal coffees.

Cashless payment keeps transactions simple, and all proceeds go back to purchasing supplies, with extra funds funneling into the junior and senior class funds to lower the price of extracurriculars like prom and formals. “With prom tickets typically $100 per person, we were able to get them down to $40 to $50 per person, and I’m hopeful we can get them down to $20 this year,” Winton says.

Sometimes the cafe runs charitable campaigns so students can add a donation to

their coffee tab and support efforts like Hurricane Ian relief.

As hoped, the cafe has proven to do far more than serve coffee, and Kalinowski sees potential to use it as a platform for personal finance lessons and budgeting.

Already, students in the intervention program are learning transferable life skills like taking inventory, stocking shelves, recording orders and more.

Kalinowski adds, “The Education Foundation is very supportive of teachers and our schools’ projects, and we are thankful for the funding that made this happen.”

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offee, anyone? Students at Rocky River High School no longer have to make an extra trip to grab a latte in the morning. The school opened a full-service cafe, a project funded through a $40,000 grant from the Rocky River Education Foundation, that gives back to students in many ways.

It’s an on-site opportunity for students to clock the required 250 hours of work time to earn the state’s Ohio Means Jobs seal (obtaining two seals is a graduation requirement).

“We don’t just want the kids to get coffee — we want a resource in place where they can earn community service hours — a place to work so they can graduate from high school,” says Principal Rob Winton.

The cafe is the brainchild of Kristen Kalinowski, who teaches family and consumer science. She grew up in restaurants and saw an opportunity to leverage an under-used commons area. The cafe is separate from the cafeteria and closed during lunch hours, but students can order a cup

LIBRARY

Library Tween Scene

Dedicated space designed for tweens and teens offers after-school activities and time to connect with friends.

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he tween and teen scene at Rocky River Public Library is bustling after school with games — virtual reality and old-school Connect Four — books, computers for homework and hang-out space to catch up with friends.

“They can sit around and talk, and it provides a place where they can come in out of the weather,” says Kristine Lee, children’s service manager.

The tween space, located in the mezzanine, is designed for kids ages 10 through middle school. “And it’s a space where you can be a bit louder — it’s not a quiet area like other spaces in the library,” Lee points out, adding that the kids can just be themselves.

That’s especially important during these growing years, she adds. “It’s good for them to have a space where they can behave in age-appropriate ways at a time

when they are still figuring out who they are, their brains are still developing — so to have a good spot to nurture that is helpful,” she says.

Plenty of “regulars” visit the tween space, and some work with staff on various volunteer projects — impromptu tasks like shelving books or assisting with other library business, and more formal volunteering through the Volunteer Youth Crew for kids in fourth through sixth grades.

“Kids like to come in and help out,” Lee says.

The teen room, located on the first floor, is designed for older students. It is outfitted with tables and a range of seating, including cozy spots to chill.

Aside from the open invite for teens and tweens to drop in after school, the library hosts a book club and a program called Pen-Pal, which is a partnership with Ipswich Libraries in Australia. Kids ages 12 to 17 can complete an Expression of

Interest form and connect with a pen pal who shares similar interests and hobbies.

Both library spaces foster a sense of community and bring together young people with a range of interests.

“They are great kids,” Lee says. “We have such wonderful teens and tweens in the community.”

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FACES OF RIVER

Faces of River Meet two individuals creating positive change in the city.

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Barille and his staff operate a plant built in 1962 and updated in 1982, so the 60-year-old infrastructure provides challenges, which they meet on a daily basis.

Barille credits the partnership of the plant management committee — which includes the mayors of the four cities served — with keeping everything flowing smoothly.

“They have been extremely supportive in the decisions I’ve recommended,” he says.

“They have trust in our staff and in the way we run the wastewater treatment plant.”

As a way of managing the stresses of his job, Barille enjoys activities such as basketball, softball, bocce and golf. He also likes spending quality time with family and friends. “I still live in the town where I grew up, and so do many of my friends, so I still get to see them all as our generation begins to start families of our own,” he says.

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ou probably don’t think much about where your wastewater goes. But that’s Nick Barille’s job. The Rocky River Wastewater Treatment Plant superintendent spends his days managing wastewater flow and treatment for Rocky River, Bay Village, Fairview Park and Westlake. Barille came to Rocky River with two master’s degrees and nine years of experience with the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District and recently acquired a Class IV Wastewater Treatment license. His passion for his work stems from his belief that we are a product of our environment, so it is important to continue to improve that environment.

Barille has always been fascinated by the ability of nature to purify and purge itself, if given the right support and time. “I have always believed in the power of preserving and admiring natural resources, as they build a sense of community by creating a common location for people to gather, interact and build relationships,” he says.

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hen it comes to giving back, Harlan Radford proves experience matters. The 79-yearold Rocky River resident raises money for community causes through an annual Swima-Thon. For 12 years, this event has collected contributions for organizations such as Girls with Sole, Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism in Rocky River and local fire departments.

Radford taught at Rocky River schools for 34 years before

retiring in 2000. He got the idea for the Swim-a-Thon as a way to help the high school swim team. It also helps that he has a competitive swimming background.

“I continue to swim recreationally,” says Radford. “And I do things like swim Alcatraz out in San Francisco.”

On March 5, 2023, the 13th Annual Swim-a-Thon will raise funds to buy adaptive playground equipment for Elle’s Enchanted Forest. This inclusive play space is located behind Rocky River City Hall and is designed to be accessible for all children, including those with special needs and physical disabilities. It’s the only “playground for everyone” in the area.

To date, the Swim-a-Thon has raised more than $60,000 for Elle’s Enchanted Forest.

But the effort is not yet complete, and Radford is committed to helping see the project through. “Children with special needs are really important to support,” he says. “I really believe that we’re all called to serve.”

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FLOWER POWER

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Get to know some of the horticulture enthusiasts who keep Rocky River blooming.

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Since 1985, customers have relied on Maison Maison interior design shop to furnish the home-decor look of their dreams. Those touches of elegance now include the fresh flower arrangements that Bennett Hickey Floral Design has quickly earned a reputation for.

“What we carry is very different from what most people are used to,” says Christy Bennett, who launched the business inside the store in July with co-owner Beth Hickey. “The quality and size of our blooms have resulted in customers coming back two weeks later to tell us the flowers they purchased here are still fresh.”

Friends since their kids were kindergarteners in the Rocky River School District, the duo painstakingly hand-select blooms to create personalized arrangements tailor-made for milestone family celebrations and corporate gifts. Customers can also purchase hand-tied bouquets and build their own arrangements at home in their favorite vase. Subscription packages are available for regularly scheduled delivery to Cleveland-area homes and offices.

The selection changes weekly and seasonally. Popular varieties include tulips imported from Holland, dahlias, ranunculus, anemones and hydrangeas.

“It’s important to us that quality be in every bloom we sell,” Bennett says. “Flowers are an expensive, luxury item. You don’t want to give the gift of flowers and have them not last in someone’s home.”

Bennett and Hickey also use their talents to beautify the city they love by installing what they call Belle Surprise floral arrangements on archways and benches throughout the community.

“Our shop is truly a garden-style floral shop,” Hickey says. “We love mixing colors — that’s our signature style.”

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A F nd Farewell

Jan Dell Flowers has been one of Rocky River’s most iconic and beloved businesses for as long as most people can remember.

“I love living and working in this community,” says owner Jim Lewis, whose parents, Jane and Bob, purchased the shop from the previous owner in 1945. “We’re very tightknit. Everything is always just right in Rocky River — right down to the city services.”

Generations of families have relied on Lewis and his team to create and deliver exquisite bouquets and arrangements for special occasions.

Residents have also appreciated Jan Dell’s timely and thoughtful delivery to Lakewood Park Cemetery for placement of flowers on gravesites.

But in 2022, at age 74, Lewis made the difficult decision to retire and close Jan Dell Flowers at the end of December. It wasn’t a decision he took lightly.

“Over the years, we’ve gotten to know exactly what our customers are looking for,” he says. “We’ve been here so long, they’re like family to us.”

And customers will certainly miss that personal touch.

“Rocky River is lucky to have been home to Jan Dell Flowers for so many years,” says Mayor Pamela Bobst. “The business will be sorely missed, but we’d like to thank Jim and his team for their years of dedication to our community. We wish them all the best.”

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“It’s never too late to start the day over.”

For Jennifer Hihn, founder and CEO of River Plant Co., that personal belief is one that customers quickly embrace upon entering her emporium filled with what she calls “happy, local house plants” ready to head to good homes.

Hihn, a potter who opened the shop in August 2020, carries myriad varieties ranging from philodendron, snake and ZZ plants that are easy to maintain, to more exotic Bird of Paradise, dracaena, ficus and

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For almost a century, beauty has abounded in Rocky River, and the 55 members comprising Beach Cliff Garden Club are dedicated to ensuring that ambiance continues. They can be found planting seasonal flowers while sprucing up the garden that graces the base of the city’s iconic clock tower, and hosting flower shows throughout the city.

But, as club president Michelle Cox — who’s been a member since 1995 — explains, there’s so much more to the organization’s mission.

“Of course, we like to follow in the footsteps of the women who founded the club in April 1929 and create beauty with flowers and gardens. But what we really cherish are the educational opportunities we sponsor that lead participants to develop earth-friendly habits.”

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“I’m an avid shopper who doesn’t want to go into a store and see the same sweater on the rack week after week,” she says.

“So I take pride in finding new and different plants to feature so my customers will never be bored.”

River Plant Co. also doubles as a onestop gift shop, carrying items that include candles, tea towels and Hihn’s handmade pots. As a way to give back to the community she loves, the proprietor also hosts Small Business Saturday pop-ups, that highlight a different local business each week.

“People are amazed when they walk in the door,” Hihn says. “I’ve heard comments that range from ‘This is heaven’ to ‘This is so beautiful, I want to live here.’ That makes my day and the work I do all worthwhile.” 20161 Lake Road, 440-857-0707, riverplantco.com

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They include monthly meetings at Rocky River Memorial Hall focusing on ways to create environmentally friendly tablescapes and donating books about gardening and flowers to the library.

“Community outreach is a key component of what we do, too,” Cox says.

Members teach Rocky River students about horticulture by planting flowers with them at their school. The club also received an award from the Garden Club of Ohio for the butterfly garden that members created at the Rocky River Public Library in 2021.

“If you love flowers and gardening, the club is a wonderful community to be part of,” Cox says. “We like to say we sow the seeds of friendship around a common interest. Some of us love gardening, some of us are more analytical about the process, others are into flower arranging and landscaping. No matter the interest, we all learn from each other.”

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LOVE OUR CITY

Love Our City (and Our Earth) The city and its residents are committed to protecting our planet. Discover ways you can help.

By Linda Feagler It’s easy to see why Rocky River, with its assortment of exquisite shops, dining and recreational opportunities, attracts visitors from Northeast Ohio and beyond.

But the city isn’t resting on its laurels.

Instead, civic and community leaders are looking beyond the horizon, embracing a commitment to environmental stewardship that’s sure to be appreciated by generations to come.

“When I deliver the annual State of the City address, I talk about a variety of investments, including those involving the building department and commercial and residential projects,” says mayor Pamela Bobst, who’s beginning her 17th year at the helm. “But environmental stewardship is also a topic I highlight, because it’s incredibly important. Rocky River is located on the shores of Lake Erie, a beautiful lake that’s our greatest natural asset. We’re dedicated to taking care of it and the environment that surrounds it.”

For more than three decades, the Arbor Day Foundation has awarded the city a Tree City USA designation for its commitment to maintaining a tree board or department, instituting a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry and celebrating Arbor Day. Additionally, the foundation presented Rocky River with a Growth Award for the city’s fastidious attention to tree care administered by four arborists on staff and hosting community engagement events throughout the year.

The mayor points with pride to the infrastructure investments the city has made in a walkability program that keeps sidewalks in tip-top shape for walking and biking; revitalizing Bradstreet’s Landing, including refurbishing 300 feet of the pier overlooking Lake Erie to ensure it meets ADA standards, and restoring Spencer Creek to maintain its natural habitat; and installing permeable pavement and vaults that draw stormwater to nearby trees, thus keeping it out of the sewer system. Additionally, grant money has been allocated for traffic signalization and air-quality control along heavily traveled Center Ridge Road.

“And when it comes to recycling, we have a variety of different options for our residents,” Bobst says. “They can drop off clothing, sheets and towels in bins at the service department or donate items to Habitat for Humanity, which offers a pickup service several times a year. Those efforts create awareness that our trash can be someone else’s treasure.”

The Chamber Steps Up Angela Barth, executive director of the 430-member Rocky River Chamber of Commerce, appreciates the ingenuity her city has demonstrated in protecting and preserving our environment. In 2018, the Chamber added to that resourcefulness by orchestrating Planting Day, an annual event where members of the organization’s Public Service Committee

voluntarily adopt one of the parks for a year. They do general cleanup in city parks, such as Rocky River Park or Elmwood Park, before spreading mulch and creating new landscaping.

“Chamber members are proud of all we’ve done in Rocky River over the years and wanted to add a community service component,” Barth says.

The Public Service Committee maintains the space throughout the summer, picking up litter and making sure the plants they’ve added are thriving.

“People are surprised to see us out there getting our hands dirty,” she says. “But we want to be active and give back to our community. We are proud to be hands-on volunteering and being physically present.”

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for phosphorous removal. We continue to monitor our treatment plan to reduce the amount of nutrients that find their way into Lake Erie and cause algal blooms.”

Barille invites residents interested in water purification to tour the plant.

“It’s important to continue to raise public awareness about the ways they can make a positive environmental impact,” he says. day. Over the course of a year that adds up to more than 5 billion gallons of wastewater — nearly enough to fill 8,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools (and that’s not counting the water the plant recycles from overflowing storm sewers during periods of heavy rain and melting snow).

Water is treated in small parameters at the plant and, when ready for reuse, discharged into Lake Erie. After that, it’s pulled from the lake by the Cleveland Water Department and made potable for use throughout Northeast Ohio.

“The EPA’s Clean Water Act of 1972 established the basic structure for regulating pollutant discharges in the waters of the United States,” Barille says. “Currently, we use sodium hypochlorite for disinfection and odor control, sodium bisulfite for chlorine removal and ferric chloride

Investing in the Environment When it comes to maintaining environmental stewardship, safety and security are also critical components of the equation.

From ensuring sidewalks and crosswalks are easy to navigate to planting trees in public and private spaces to reduce energy costs and installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, Rich Snyder, Rocky River’s director of public safety service, takes it all in stride.

“As a community, we take pride in being proactive,” he says. “We’re always taking steps to promote initiatives that we can do as a city and as an administration to guide some of the stewardship we see nationally and bring it down to the local level.”

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“We leveraged the two grants to improve tree canopies in areas where they were lacking and worked with residents

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The Green Team Zealous composters and gardeners, Andrea Mediate’s parents instilled in their daughter the importance of recycling and tending the land. So when the COVID lockdown kept her housebound, the Rocky River resident reflected on ways she could further the cause of preserving our planet. One of her initial steps: Offering to serve as president of the Rocky River Green Team. The volunteer organization comprises 195 members ranging in age from 14 to 80 who are devoted to making the city a more sustainable place to live.

“Rocky River takes on a lot of responsibility in just completing day-to-day functions, including garbage collecting,” Mediate says. “We view ourselves as the connecting link between the administration and residents when it comes to sharing information about the most sustainable practices we can all engage in — and encouraging the city to launch more sustainable practices whenever possible.”

With assistance from Rocky River City Council members, the Green Team updated the spectrum of backyard composting to include kitchen scraps within prescribed guidelines. Additionally, through

a partnership with Rust Belt Riders, residents can now compost meat, bread and dairy products. Rust Belt Riders is an affordable composting service that offers curbside pickup.

Residents are invited to attend Green Team meetings at the Rocky River Public Library, where guest speakers discuss topics ranging from renewable energy and transportation to water and beach cleanliness.

Mediate is gratified by recent statistics released by the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District indicating that 32% of waste collected in Rocky River is being recycled.

“That’s pretty good,” she says. “But there’s always room for improvement.”

Residents interested in learning more can find the Rocky River Green Team on Facebook or visit rockyrivergreenteam.org.

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to identify the right trees for the right spots,” Snyder says.

“Trees were planted on residential properties, and the city is maintaining them until December 2023 before turning them over to the homeowners to maintain. Funds were also available to plant trees on public property. You can feel the difference they make on hot summer days.”

Additionally, the city has received funding from the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency, NOPEC and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to install EV charging stations at Memorial Hall and City Hall.

“Having these charging stations in Rocky River is very important because of the city’s close proximity to I-90,” Snyder says. “Residents and visitors will be able to use the stations for a nominal fee that will only be used to cover the cost of the electricity.”

Snyder hasn’t forgotten those who love to walk. He’s working with property owners on a five-year comprehensive plan that includes repairing broken sidewalks and ensuring crossings are ADA compliant.

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A Garden for Everyone Dave Gilronan finds serenity in gardening. His backyard is a bucolic hideaway filled with flowers and vegetables. When the Rocky River resident retired in 2014 from his job as systems administrator of the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute, he opted to kick his interest in horticulture up a notch.

Gilronan enrolled in classes at The Ohio State University Cooperative Extension Service, became a mentor to local community garden organizations and made presentations throughout northeast Ohio, including at Cleveland’s Great Big Home + Garden Show.

Closer to home, he decided to devote more time to the garden that’s become a gathering place in the city he loves — the Rocky River Community Garden.

Created in 2010 and located north of the Rocky River Senior Center on Wagar Road, the Community Garden comprises 74 plots filled with annual fruits, vegetables and flowers planted and tended to by 84 residents. Plots are available in three sizes, with prices ranging from $30 to $60, along with a limited number of raised planter boxes.

Current Community Garden President Sharlene Marty says the garden is open to all Rocky River residents, but there is a yearly wait list for plots. Participants are required to give at least four service hours each year to the garden, helping in areas such as composting and maintenance.

Gilronan, who previously served as president, says he enjoys sharing tips with participants and nurturing friendships among members he hopes will be long-lasting.

“There’s truly a sense of community here,” he says. “Produce from the store is fine. But there’s nothing like growing your own — it just tastes better.”

Little Things Mean a Lot “Never flush pills and other pharmaceuticals dow n the toilet,” says Nick Barille , superintendent of the Rocky River Wastewater Treatment Plant. “The chemicals in them can end up in our drinking water bec ause they’re hard to treat.”

“Instead of using paper plates and plastic cutlery, cho ose dinnerware that can be reused,” says Beach Clif f Garden Club president Michelle Cox. “We purchased a set of china and silverw are that we use for our lunch meetin gs. When we adjourn, members tak e turns volunteering to take the plates, cutlery and tablecloths home to wash.”

“Before COVID, stores were encouraging shoppers to bring their own bag s rather than getting new ones at the checkout counter,” says Andrea Mediate, president of the Rocky River Green Team. “It’s time to initiate that practice again.”

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Beachcliff Market Square............................................... E2 Bohlken Park..................................................................C6 Bradstreet’s Landing......................................................A2 One Church CLE..............................................................D5 Cabin...............................................................................B2 City Hall...........................................................................C4 City Hall Park...................................................................C4 Cleveland Yachting Club................................................ E1 Cowan Pottery Museum................................................D2 Don Kelly Field................................................................B2 Elmwood Park.................................................................B2 First Church of Christ, Scientist......................................C3 Fishing Pier.....................................................................A2 Goldwood Primary School.............................................B5 Indian Island................................................................... E1 Kensington Intermediate School..................................D1 Lakewood Park Cemetery...............................................B4 Lighthouse Alliance Church........................................... E2 Linden Park.....................................................................D5 Lutheran West High School...........................................C5 Magnificat High School.................................................C4 Martin Park.....................................................................B6 Morley Park.....................................................................D4 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church........................................D4 Recreation Center...........................................................C4 River Square Shopping Plaza........................................D2 River Plaza Shopping Center.........................................B5 River Westlake Baptist Church.......................................A3 Rockport Shopping Center............................................D4 Rockport United Methodist Church.............................. E5 Rocky River High School................................................C3 Rocky River Middle School............................................D3 Rocky River Park.............................................................D1 Rocky River Presbyterian Church...................................B3 Rocky River Public Library..............................................3D Rocky River Reservation (Cleveland MetroParks).....E2–F4 Rocky River United Methodist Church.......................... E2 Senior Center..................................................................C4 St. Christopher Catholic Church.....................................D2 St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church..........................A6 St. Peregrine Catholic Chapel........................................A3 St. Thomas Lutheran Church..........................................C3 Tri-City Park.....................................................................A6 Westgate Shopping Center...........................................C5 West Shore Unitarian-Universalist Church...................D4 Westwood Country Club................................................A4 Westwood Town Center.................................................B5

Demographics* GENERAL Population: 21,755 (2020 census) Male: 45.3% Female: 54.7% HOUSING Average household size: 2.2 Total housing units: 9,001 Median home value: $261,600 ECONOMIC In labor force (16 and over): 63.7% Median household income: $81,370 EDUCATION High school graduate or higher: 97.9% Bachelor’s degree or higher: 63.1% LOCATION Only 20 minutes from downtown Cleveland via Interstate 90, approximately 9 miles from Public Square, Rocky River is a convenient location. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is only a 15-minute drive, and both Interstate 71 and the Ohio Turnpike can be reached in 20 minutes.

Bordered by Lake Erie on the north and the Rocky River and Cleveland Metroparks on the east, the city is unique. Residents can boat, fish and swim on Lake Erie and take advantage of nine city parks and the Metroparks for woods, playground equipment, picnicking, fishing and countless other activities.

Street Index 11 River................................E2 Aberdeen Ct........................ A6 Aberdeen Rd....................... B2 Addington Blvd.................. B6 Allen Ct................................D2 Apple Ct.............................. B3 Arbor Cliff Ln....................... B2 Archwood Dr....................... A6 Argyle Oval.........................D1 Argyle Rd............................D1 Arundel Rd...........................E1 Ashley Ct............................. B3 Astor Pl................................D2 Avalon Dr......................B2–C2 Baldwin Ln.......................... A3 Bartlett Dr............................ A3

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Briscoe Dr....................... A6 Bristol Ln........................ A5 Brook Ln......................... B3 Buckingham Rd..............E1 Carmen Dr..................... C4 Carol Blvd........................E5 Carolyn Ave....................D6 Center Ridge Road.....A5–E4 Chatham Pl.................... B3 Cherry Way.................... B3 Chippenham Ct............. B3 Chrisfield Dr................... A6 Cliffside Commons........ C3 Clifton Blvd.....................F1 Colahan Dr......................E3 Collver Rd.......................D1 Colonial Ct..................... B6 Cornwall Rd...................D1 Cottonwood Dr.............. B5 Country Club Blvd......... B4 Creek Ln......................... B3 Creek Ridge................... A4 Crossbeam Ln................ B6 Dale Ave......................... C4 Dellbank Dr.....................E5 Delmar Dr...................... A6 Depot St..........................E2 Detour Ave..................... C2 Detroit Rd................. A3–F2 Devon Hill Rd................ B4 Dorothy Ave....................E2 East Asplin Dr................. A5 East Shoreland Ave.........E3 East Surrey Ct..................E5 Eastlook Rd......................E2 Edgewood Dr...................F3 Eldora Rd.........................D2 Eldorado Dr......................E5 Elmwood Ct.....................C3 Elmwood Rd................C2-3 Endsley Ave.....................C3 Erie Rd.......................B3–C2 Eriewood Dr.....................C3 Erin Ct..............................C4 Fairhill Dr.........................E5 Falmouth Dr....................D1 Forestview Ave................C4 Francis Dr.........................E5 Frazier Dr...................D1–E1 Gasser Blvd.....................D4 Gate House Ln................B3 Gibson Dr........................A5 Glendale Dr.....................D4 Goldengate Ave..............D4 Goldwood Dr...................A5 Grand View Dr.................A5 Hampton Rd................D3-4 Harbor Village.................A2 Harwich Ct.......................B3 Hidden Valley..................B2 High Pkwy........................E3

Higley Rd...................... B6 Hilliard Blvd.............A4–F3 Homeland Dr................. B3 Idlewild Dr.....................D6 Ingersoll Dr....................D2 Inglewood Ave................E3 Jameston Dr..................D4 Kensington Oval............D1 Kensington Rd...............D1 Kenwood Ave............B2-C2 Kings Mill Run............... B6 Kings Post Pkwy............. A6 Kingsbury Dr.................. C4 Kramer Dr......................D3 Lake Rd..................... A2–E1 Lakeview Ave.............D3–4 Lakeview Ct....................D3 Laramie Dr..................... A5 Laurel Ave.................D3-E3 Laurel Dr........................D3 Laverne Ave....................D6 Leona Dr.........................D6 Linda St..........................D2 Linden Rd..................D5–6 Locust Ln........................ A3 Lorain Rd.........................E6 Macbeth Dr.....................E4 Magnolia Dr...................D3 Malvern Ave....................E2 Maplewood Ave............. C2 Marian Ln.......................D4 Mark Ave........................D6 Marlys Dr........................ A6 Martins Way................... B6 Meadowhill Ln............... A3 Medfield Dr................... B3 Mercedes Ave................D6 Middlepost Ln............... B6 Mitchell Ave....................E3 Morewood Court...........D2 Morewood Pkwy......C3–D2 Morley Ave......................E4 Nantucket Row.............. A5 Nelson Park Dr................E5 Northcliff Dr...................D1 Northview Rd.............D3–4 Oak Rd...........................D1 Old Detroit Rd.................E2 Orchard Grove Ave.........D4 Orchard Park Dr............. A3 Palmer Dr....................... A6 Parklane Dr....................D5 Parklawn Dr................... B2 Parkside Dr.....................D1 Parkview Ave..................D5 Parsons Ct.......................E2 Peachtree Ln.................. A3 Pease Dr......................... B5 Plum Path...................... B3 Plymouth Ave................ C5 Pocono Dr...................... A5

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Pond Dr.......................... A2 Prospect Ave...................E2 Purnell Ave................D3-E3 River Dale Dr...................E1 River Ln.......................... B6 River Oaks Dr................. B5 River Parke..................... A3 River Pl...........................D4 River Pointe.....................E4 River Walk...................... A5 Riverbank....................... C4 Rivergate Dr................... A6 Riverside Rd................... A5 Riverview Ave............D2-E3 Riverwood Ave..........D3-E3 Robert Ave..................... B6 Rockcliff Dr......................E3 Rockland Ave.............. E2-3 Rocky River Oval.............F3 Roslyn Dr........................D1 Scenic Rd........................E2 Schlather Ln....................E3 Shoreland Ave..........D3-E3 Smith Ct.........................D2 Snowflower Dr..........B4-C4 Somerset Dr................... A5 South Bend Cir.............. C3 South Bend Dr............... C3 South Falmouth Dr........D2 South Hampton Ct........ B4 South Hampton Pkwy... B4 South Island Dr...............E1 South Kensington Rd....D2 Spencer Rd................ B5–6 Story Rd...........................E5 Stratford Ave.................. C2

Struhar Dr.......................E4 Sunnyhill Dr................... A6 Telbir Ave...................D3-E3 Thomson Cir.................. A6 Tiffany Ridge.................. A5 Tonawanda Dr................ A5 Valley Pkwy.....................F2 Valley View Dr.................F3 Vantage Point................ A4 Vine Ct............................ A6 Wagar Rd....................C1-5 Walnut Ln...................... B3 Warwick Ln..................... B4 West 192nd St................E2 West 210th St................ C5 West Asplin Dr............... A5 West Surrey Ct................E5 West Wagar Cir.............. C3 Westfield.................. C3-D4 Westhampton Dr....... B3–4 Westhaven Ln................D5 Westmoor Rd.................D4 Westover Ave...........D5–E5 Westway Dr.............. C3-D3 Westwood Rd................ A6 Whittlesay Ln................. B3 Wildflower Dr................ C4 Windsor Ct..................... B3 Winfield Ave...................F3 Woodside Dr.................. C2 Wooster Pkwy................D4 Wooster Rd..............D6–E2 Wren Ct.......................... B3 Wright Ave......................E2 Wynwood Dr...............A3-4 Yacht Club Dr..................E1

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Parking Regulations Parking on the hydrant side of the street is prohibited unless the street is more than 30 feet wide.

Overnight parking is prohibited on city streets between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Residents may call police at 440-331-1234 for short-term overnight parking permission for a bona fide reason, e.g., driveway construction, overnight guests without enough room in the driveway, etc. Please have the make, model and license plate number of the car needing parking permission available at the time of the call.

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Emergency Assistance.................................................911

Police........................................................(440) 331-1234

Fire........................................................... (440) 331-1212 Rocky River Marine Patrol........................ (440) 331-1234

EMS/Paramedics.......................................(440) 331-1212 GREATER CLEVELAND Child Abuse Hotline.................................(216) 696-5437 Cleveland Rape Crisis Center....................(216) 619-6192 Coast Guard Search and Rescue...............(216) 937-0140 Cleveland Illuminating Company............(800) 589-3101 East Ohio Gas (Emergency Service).........(877) 542-2630 Poison Control Center...............................(800) 222-1222 Suicide Prevention...................................(216) 623-6888 Water Department (Emergency Service).(216) 664-3060 *All emergency telephone numbers are operational 24/7.

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ROCKY RIVER CITY HALL MAIN NUMBER.............................(440) 331-0600 Accident reports........................................(440) 331-1234 Ambulance billing...................(440) 331-0600, ext. 2285 Animal control..........................................(440) 356-5636 Appliance pick up/other special items.....(440) 356-5630 Bicycle licenses.........................................(440) 331-1234 Block parties.............................................(440) 331-0600 Boards, commissions and committees.....(440) 331-0600 Building code...........................................(440) 331-0600 Building permits......................................(440) 331-0600 City charter questions...............................(440) 331-0600 City Council meetings..............................(440) 331-0600 Civic Center room rental...........................(440) 895-2594 Civil service tests......................................(440) 331-0600 Community bulletin board.......................(440) 331-0600 Construction hours...................................(440) 331-0600 Curfew hours............................................(440) 331-1234 D.A.R.E......................................................(440) 331-1234 Dog licenses.............................................(440) 331-1234 Elmwood cabin, City Hall gazebo or Rocky River Park shelter rental............(440) 356-5657 Employment............................(440) 331-0600, ext. 3371 False security alarms..................... (440) 331-1234, ext. 0 Fences.......................................................(440) 331-0600 Fire prevention/code................................(440) 895-2589 Garage sales.............................................(440) 331-0600 Garbage pickup........................................(440) 356-5630 Hazardous waste......................................(440) 356-5630 Hydrant flushing (discolored laundry)...........(440) 331-0600, ext. 2285

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Ice rink fees.................................(440) 356-5656, Press 2 Lawn-cutting hours...................................(440) 331-0600 Life Force..................................................(800) 770-4767 NOPEC..................................................... (855) 667-3201 Property complaints, residential..........................(440) 331-0600, ext. 2028 Property complaints, commercial.........................(440) 331-0600, ext. 2584 Recreation programs................................(440) 895-2599 Recycling...................................................(440) 331-0600 Senior citizen activities.............................(440) 333-6660 Senior citizen transportation....................(440) 333-6665 Sewer charges..........................(440) 331-0600, ext. 2022 Sewer blockage.........................................(440) 356-5630 Speed limits..............................................(440) 331-1234 Street signs/traffic signals........................(440) 356-5633 Swimming pool fees...................(440) 356-5660, Press 2 Taxes.........................................................(440) 895-2582 Tree lawn trees..........................................(440) 331-0600 Voter registration......................................(440) 331-0600 Zoning regulations...................................(440) 895-2584 *The answers to many questions may be found by doing a search in the codified ordinances at www.rrcity.com.

Elected City Officials

The city charter, passed in 1960, provides for the election of a mayor, a law director and seven members of council, one elected from each of the four wards in the city and three elected at large. The terms of these offices are two years in length, and all expire on Dec. 31, 2023. Legislative meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in council chambers at City Hall.

Committee-of-the-whole meetings are held the first and third Mondays at 7 p.m. Council members can be reached by phone, email or through the clerk of council, Susan Pease, at (440) 331-0600, ext. 2156.

MAYOR Pamela E. Bobst Office: (440) 331-0600 21285 Avalon Drive, (440) 331-6961, mayor@rrcity.com LAW DIRECTOR Michael J. O’Shea (216) 470-8098, moshea@rrcity.com MEMBERS OF COUNCIL – AT LARGE David W. Furry 22246 RiverWalk, (440) 336-5112, dfurry@rrcity.com Christina Morris 20934 Lake Road, (440) 941-0555, cmorris@rrcity.com

Brian J. Sindelar 2309 Valley View Drive, (216) 409-2352, bsindelar@rrcity.com MEMBERS OF COUNCIL – WARDS Ward 1: Thomas J. Hunt, president pro tem 1087 Whittlesay Lane, (440) 871-8111, thunt@rrcity.com Ward 2: James W. Moran, president 3340 Chrisfield Drive, (440) 356-6233, jmoran@rrcity.com Ward 3: Jeanne P. Gallagher 20863 Stratford Ave., (216) 352-3615, jgallagher@rrcity.com Ward 4: John B. Shepherd 3280 Nelson Park Drive, (440) 333-0675, jshepherd@rrcity.com COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND CHAIRPERSONS Buildings, Equipment and Technology: Brian Sindelar Contracts - Governmental/Judicial: John Shepherd Environmental: Christina Morris Finance: James Moran Parks, Recreation and Health: David Furry Planning, Zoning and Economic Development: Jeanne Gallagher Safety: Thomas Hunt

Federal, State and County Officials FEDERAL

PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES Joseph R. Biden Jr. (D) Term expires January 19, 2025 Washington, D.C. 20500, (202) 456-1414 president@whitehouse.com White House comment line: (202) 456-1111 Comments on a specific issue: whitehouse.gov/webmail

UNITED STATES SENATORS FROM OHIO Sherrod Brown (D) Term expires January 2024 455 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510, (202) 224-2315 Fax: (202) 224-6519 Cleveland: 1301 E. Ninth St., Suite 1710 Cleveland, Ohio 44114, (216) 522-7272 Fax: (216) 522-2239 J.D. Vance (R) Term expires January 2029 B40-C Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510, (202) 224-3353 Local: 1240 E. 9th St., Room 3061, Cleveland, Ohio 44199

RESIDENT REFERENCE U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, 9TH DISTRICT Marcy Kaptur (D) Term expires January 2025 2186 Rayburn Building, Washington, D.C. 20515, (202) 225-4146 Local: 1 Maritime Plaza, Toledo, Ohio 43604, (419) 259-7500

District 17 Representative, Ohio House of Representatives 77 S. High St., 11th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215

U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, 7TH DISTRICT Max Miller (R) Term expires January 2025 143 Cannon House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515, (202) 225-3876 Local: 7335 Ridge Road, Parma, Ohio 44129

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U.S. CAPITOL Switchboard: (202) 224-3121 Senate officials: www.senate.gov House officials: www.house.gov

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OHIO GOVERNOR Mike DeWine (R) Term expires January 2027 77 S. High St., 30th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215-6108, (614) 466-3555 Fax: (614) 466-9354 STATE SENATOR, 24TH DISTRICT Matt Dolan (R) Term expires January 2025 Ohio Senate Building, 1 Capitol Square, Columbus, Ohio 43215, (614) 466-8056 STATE REPRESENTATIVE, 17TH DISTRICT Thomas F. Patton (R) Term expires January 2025

*To inquire about the status of bills in the State Senate or State General Assembly, call the Legislative Public Information Office at 800-282-0253. It is helpful if you have the bill number or revised code number available when you call.

CUYAHOGA COUNTY EXECUTIVE Chris Ronayne (D) Term expires January 2027 Cuyahoga County Administration Building 1219 Ontario St. Cleveland, Ohio 44113, (216) 443-7000 COUNTY COUNCIL - DISTRICT 1 Patrick Kelly (D) Term expires January 2027 Cuyahoga County Administration Building 1219 Ontario St., Fourth Floor Cleveland, Ohio 44113, (216) 698-2047

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COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER Thomas P. Gilson, M.D. 11001 Cedar Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106, (216) 698-3690 COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH 5550 Venture Drive, Parma, Ohio 44130, (216) 201-2000 COUNTY PROSECUTOR Michael C. O’Malley Term expires January 2025 Justice Center, 1200 Ontario St., 9th Floor Cleveland, Ohio 44113, (216) 443-7800

City Departments ROCKY RIVER CITY HALL

21012 Hilliard Blvd..................................(440) 331-0600 Mayor Pamela E. Bobst..........................(440) 331-0600 Mary Ellen Umerley, Executive Assistant to the Mayor............. ext. 2002 Susan Pease, Clerk of Council................(440) 331-0600, ext. 2156 Mike Balla, Facilities and Maintenance Manager............................(440) 331-0600, ext. 3384 Chris Grau, IT Support..........(440) 331-0600, ext. 2031 Ricky Bycoski, Technology Assistant......(440) 331-0600, ext. 2033

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Rich Snyder, Director.............(440) 331-0600, ext. 2581 Maureen Nakonek, Safety-Service Coordinator ext. 2011 Mark Filipic, Public Works Coordinator........... ext. 2025

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RESIDENT REFERENCE POLICE DEPARTMENT Chief George Lichman...........(440) 331-1234, ext. 2150 Lieutenant David Wagner, Executive Staff Assistant................................ ext. 2152 Julie Morron, Police Manager/Youth Services.... ext. 2165 Detective Tracey Hill, Juvenile Detective.......... ext. 2561 Detective Michael Asbury................................ ext. 2164 Detective Craig Witalis, Detective Bureau.......ext. 2162 Police Reports...........................................ext. 2100/2102 Mike Jarvis, Animal Control Officer........(440) 356-5636 *All emergency calls, please dial 911.

FIRE DEPARTMENT Aaron Lenart, Chief.................................(440) 356-5642 *In an emergency, dial 911.

Joe Williams, Fire prevention officer.....(440) 895-2589 Shelley Sollars, Administrative Assistant.....(440) 331-0600, ext. 2285 Your address must be visible from the street so the fire department can find your home. The Fire Code requires smoke alarms on each level of the home, outside each sleeping area and in each sleeping room. Replace smoke detectors that are 10 years or older. Carbon monoxide detectors on each floor are a requirement in all dwelling units furnished with fossil fuel-burning appliances.

Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.): C.E.R.T. training promotes a partnering effort between emergency services and the people they serve. The goal is for emergency personnel to train members of neighborhoods, community organizations or workplaces in basic response skills. C.E.R.T. members are then integrated into the emergency response capability for their area. Consult the city’s website for current information about the C.E.R.T. program and its classes. Contact Julie Morron for details at (440) 331-1234.

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Michael A. Thomas, CPA, Director and Tax Administrator............ (440) 331-0600, ext. 2582 Jennifer Peters, Finance Manager................... ext. 2021 Kim Waltz, Sewer Charge Administrator........... ext. 2022 Franca Reale, Accounts Payable........................ ext. 2024 Becky Taylor, Finance Clerk/Secretary............... ext. 2038 TAXES For current tax rates, consult the city’s website under the Finance Department tab. Tax revenue provides the resources for the breadth of city functions described herein. Rocky River residents are responsible for paying the following local taxes: INCOME TAX The current income tax rate in Rocky River is 2 percent and is imposed on earned income consisting of wages, salaries and net profits of business attributable to activities in the city. Credit up to 1.5 percent is allowed for tax paid to other cities. As with the federal and state income tax, much of the local income tax is collected through employer payroll withholding. Annually, all residents over 18 years old are required to file either 1) an income tax return, or 2) a valid exemption certificate. Effective, Jan. 1, 2016, Rocky River joined

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the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) to administer and collect the income tax on behalf of the city. For further information, you may contact RITA at (800) 860-7482, www.ritaohio.com or the city tax administrator at (440) 331-0600.

REAL ESTATE PROPERTY TAX The projected full property tax rate for Rocky River (134.45 mills for 2022 to be paid in 2023) is levied on the tax value of land, buildings and certain public utility property. The total tax value of all property in Rocky River, as of 12/02/2021, is $1,045,111,090. The full rate may be reduced by a House Bill 920 reduction, a non-business credit, an owner occupancy credit and a homestead credit.

Therefore, the effective tax rate is less than the full tax rate.

Real estate property taxes are billed to property owners and collected by Cuyahoga County with payments due semiannually in January and July.

ROCKY RIVER FINANCIAL AUDIT COMMITTEE The committee reviews and reports on internal control over financial reporting and on compliance and other matters based on an audit of financial statements performed in accordance with government auditing standards.

Members: B rent R. Leslie, Chairman Yvette M. Ittu Thomas G. Stafford

*Meetings are held as needed in the committee room at City Hall.

Secretary: Jennifer Peters, ext. 2021

BOARD OF TAX REVIEW The board hears appeals by residents with regard to city income tax. The board consists of three members; two appointed by City Council (serving a two-year term) and one appointed by the Mayor (serving at the Mayor’s discretion).

Members: Gary Previts Brian Kolonick John Urban

Umerley Civic Center gym and track. Sunset concerts in the summer. Gazebo can be reserved March through October.

ADA accessible equipment and surfacing throughout.

Elmwood Park, 600 Elmwood Road Playground, cabin and picnic shelter (fee charged), restrooms, grassy play area, two baseball fields, natural areas. The cabin can comfortably hold 80 people.

Folding chairs (50) and tables are provided for use inside cabin. There are six large picnic tables outside the covered pavilion. The 8-by-12-foot kitchen area has a microwave, refrigerator, stove and double sink. There are two fireplaces (inside and outside), and residents must supply their own firewood. Cable TV connection and free Wi-Fi is available. ADA accessible.

Linden Park, 3600 Linden Road Playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, basketball court, three tennis courts, six pickleball courts, sand volleyball, baseball, softball, football, soccer fields and sledding hill. ADA accessible.

Martin Park, 3900 Kings Mill Run Playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, basketball court, football and soccer field and kickball field.

Morley Park, South end of Jameston Road Playground, picnic shelter, basketball court, sledding hill.

Rocky River Park, 20250 Beach Cliff Blvd.

Playground, pavilion with fireplace (fee charged), restrooms, sledding hill, observation decks, beach (no swimming), sunset concerts in the summer on announced dates. ADA accessible.

Tri-City Park, 3640 Delmar Drive Playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, basketball court, football and soccer field, softball field, six tennis courts, six pickleball courts. ADA accessible.

Bradstreet’s Landing, 22400 Lake Road Picnic tables, restrooms, beach, fishing pier, observation deck. Ohio fishing license is required.

RECREATION FACILITIES Recreation Center, (440) 895-2599 Located at the Don Umerley Civic Center, this year-round facility includes a three-lane indoor walking track and two full-size basketball courts. There is a 19,000-squarefoot indoor aquatic facility complete with three-lane instructional/exercise/lap pool, leisure pool with four lanes, 25-yard lap pool, spa, lazy river with inner tubes, 94-foot water/loop slide, 1-meter diving board, three in-water play features, water vortex, easy-access beach entry with shallow water play area and tot slide. Also included is a tot pool, spray ground, viewing area, men’s, women’s and two family locker rooms.

The 5,000-square-foot fitness center includes cardio machines, strength-training equipment, stretching area, two group exercise studios, an indoor cycling room, a babysitting room, an indoor playground and a multipurpose room used for classes and birthday parties. Memberships and daily fee admissions are available for residents and for adults 18 and over who are employed in Rocky River. A limited number of non-resident memberships also are available annually.

Free Wi-Fi. Program registration and membership information can be found at www.rrcity.com/rec.

City Hall Park, 21012 Hilliard Blvd.

Playground, gazebo, picnic shelter, Rocky River Water Zone outdoor pool, Hamilton Ice Arena and the Don

Hamilton Ice Arena, (440) 356-5656 Ice skating lessons, hockey and open/adult skates from September through March. Converted into

RECREATION DEPARTMENT 21018 Hilliard Blvd., (440) 895-2599

Bob Holub, Director...............................(440) 356-5657 Krissie Miller, Assistant Director...........(440) 895-3362 Ryan Schuhler, Fitness & Community Programs Manager Jason Frolo, Sports & Leagues Manager Michelle Eibel, Aquatics & Safety Manager Daniel Conway, Recreation Program Coordinator Erica Garland, Administrative Coordinator Jane Reich, Marketing and Membership Coordinator George Corrado, Recreation Facilities Coordinator Chris Cogan, Recreation Facilities Coordinator CITY PARKS Bates Road Tot Lot, 711 Bates Road, Fenced park, play structure for 2- to 5-year-olds with two slides, three climbing areas, a tunnel, “steering wheel” and two elevated platforms.

RESIDENT REFERENCE a multipurpose facility in the warmer months for summer camp, sports programs and more. Check the city’s website at www.rrcity.com for current Recreation Department information on classes and fees. Free Wi-Fi. The Water Zone (outdoor pool), (440) 356-5660 14,000-square-foot swim space with zero-depth entry; a lily pad walk, vortex pool and “spray ground,” three slides, lap lanes and shade structures.

DON UMERLEY CIVIC CENTER MEMORIAL HALL 21016 Hilliard Blvd............................... .(440) 895-2594 Mary Sawyer, msawyer@rrcity.com Rocky River’s Don Umerley Civic Center consists of several meeting and event rooms available for rental.

These rooms are all accessible at ground level with no stairs or ramps. There is a large prep kitchen shared by all of the rooms. Located in the main lobby, the Veterans Memorial area features a place for reflection on those who have given the ultimate sacrifice serving our nation. Request availability using the online portal at http://www.rrcity.com/facility-reservations.

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION The commission establishes policies to provide recreation and leisure-time programs for residents and makes recommendations regarding the use and maintenance of the city parks. The commission consists

of five members: One is a member of and appointed by the Rocky River Board of Education for a term of five years; one is a member of and appointed by City Council for a term of five years; three members have terms of five years, with one appointed by the Board of Education, one appointed by the mayor and the third appointed by the other four commission members.

Members: Dr. James Ulchaker, Chairman Joseph Roszak David Furry Amy Massad Rocky River City School Board Appointee Bob Holub, Director of Recreation, nonvoting member *Meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:45 a.m.

Secretary: Erica Garland, ext. 5666

SENIOR SERVICES SENIOR CENTER CONTACTS 21014 Hilliard Blvd............................ (440) 333-6660 Deborah Huff, Director..........................(440) 333-6660 Cindi Williams, Administrative Assistant.......................(440) 333-6662 Laurie Schaefer, Programs .....................(440) 331-1114 Mary Hildebrandt, MSSA, LISW-S Social Services..........................(440) 333-6664 Transportation........................................(440) 333-6665 SENIOR CITIZEN SUPPORT NUMBERS AARP Ohio ............................................... (866) 389-5653

Alzheimer’s Association............................ (800) 272-3900 Board of Elections, Cuyahoga County....... (216) 443-8683 Benefits Checkup...................................... (216) 420-6750 City of Rocky River Senior Center............. (440) 333-6660 Cleveland Sight Center............................. (216) 791-8118 Elder Abuse Hotline, Cuyahoga County.... (216) 420-6700 Homestead Exemption, Cuyahoga County Fiscal Office............ (216) 443-7010 Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program........................... (800) 686-1578 Options, Cuyahoga County In-Home Health Care Program........................... (216) 420-6700 Senior Deferred Housing Rehabilitation Loan, Cuyahoga County Department of Development (216) 348-4066 Social Security Admin............................... (800) 772-1213 TTY........................................................ (800) 325-0778 EMPLOYMENT AARP Senior Employment........................ (216) 881-1155 Employment Connection.......................... (216) 939-2599 Senior Employment Center...................... (216) 731-4664 SENIOR HOUSING FACILITIES IN ROCKY RIVER Bickford of Rocky River............................(440) 356-9797 Embassy of Rockport...............................(440) 356-5444 Normandy Manor....................................(440) 333-5401 Pinzone Tower..........................................(440) 356-0007 Rocky River Village..................................(440) 356-3282 Welsh Home............................................(440) 331-0420

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RESIDENT REFERENCE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Michael Mackay, P.E., Consultant................... ext. 2581

BUILDING DEPARTMENT

Ray Reich, Building Commissioner....................(440) 331-0600, ext. 2584 Megan Moran, Administrative Assistant........... ext. 2032 Kate Straub, Planning and Zoning Coordinator....................................... ext. 2037 Aaron Hare, ESI Inspector: ................................ ext. 2034 John Peters, Rental Inspections........................ ext. 2036 PERMITS ARE REQUIRED Interior or exterior house alterations or additions require a permit from the Building Department. Check with the Building Department at (440) 331-0600 or the city’s website at www.rrcity.com for a comprehensive list of permits required. Building permit applications and rental property license applications are available on the city’s website.

Call the Building Department with any questions and to schedule inspections. Construction is permitted Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m.

Construction is not permitted on Sundays or holidays.

PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission is composed of five members and one or two alternates to act as substitutes when a regular member is absent. One member shall be the mayor or a resident appointed by her for a one-year term, and the other four members serve terms of four years. The commission is responsible for long-term planning of the city and reports and makes recommendations on the construction of public buildings, streets or parks, the widening, narrowing or relocation of public streets, and zoning.

Members: W illiam T. Bishop, Chairman Michael DeMarco David Allen Paul Capka Trevor McAleer

*Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers. Secretary: Kate Straub, ext. 2037

BOARD OF ZONING AND BUILDING APPEALS The board is composed of five members and one or two alternate members to act as substitutes when a regular member is absent, three of whom are architects or professional engineers, for five-year terms. The board hears requests for variances from the city’s existing codes pertaining to building height, lot size, fences, air conditioners and signs. The board also hears appeals when plans have been rejected by the Planning Commission or building commissioner.

Members: P atrick Farrell, Chairman Richard Christ Christopher Wolf Craig Wright Herb Harpster, alternate Heather Summers, alternate *Meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.in council chambers. Secretary: Kate Straub, ext. 2037

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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF REVIEW The board consists of three residents who are architects and engineers and one alternate member to act as a substitute when a regular member is absent. Members serve for three-year terms. The board reviews plans and drawings filed with the Building Department to maintain high standards of development in the community by encouraging appropriate design and engineering.

Members: J im Larsen, Chairman Tom Evans

*Meets the first and third Mondays of each month at 5 p.m. in council chambers. Secretary: Kate Straub, ext. 2037

HUMAN RESOURCES

Mike Greco, Director...............................(440) 331-0600 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Available positions are posted at www.rrcity.com under Departmental/Human Resources/Employment.

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

The commission administers tests to prepare eligibility lists for positions in the classified service of the city, which are the police and fire divisions, and protects the interests of those classified employees in matters of appointment, promotion or removal.

Members: M ichael Harvey, Chairman James W. Riedl Anjanette A. Whitman

*Meetings are held as needed. Secretary: Mike Greco, (440) 331-0600

LAW DEPARTMENT (440) 895-3374

Michael O’Shea, Director A. Steven Dever, Assistant Director/Prosecutor Mary Ellen Umerley, Legal Assistant ROCKY RIVER RECORDS COMMISSION The commission provides rules for retention and disposal of records of the city and reviews applications for one-time records disposal and schedules of records retention and disposition submitted by various city offices.

Members: Pamela E. Bobst, Mayor Michael Thomas, Finance Director Michael O’Shea, Law Director Jeremy Feador, resident *Meetings are held as needed in the mayor’s office.

Secretary: Mary Ellen Umerley, ext. 2002

SERVICE DEPARTMENT

David Arendec, Commissioner............. (440) 895-2585 SERVICE GARAGE Charles Wyatt, Administrative Coordinator (440) 356-5630 22401 Lake Road, service@rrcity.com SIGN AND SIGNAL DEPARTMENT Dan Gibson, Lead Supervisor - Traffic......(440) 356-5633 22401 Lake Road, dgibson@rrcity.com

SNOW REMOVAL Section 521.06 of the city’s Codified Ordinances requires residents to keep their sidewalks free of ice and snow. The Service Department does not plow aprons or nondedicated, private streets. The city also has a policy for snow removal from the aprons of senior citizens who are 70 years of age or older that live alone, qualify financially and are medically disabled and can provide proof of the disability. Senior residents who qualify must send in their applications annually prior to Dec. 1. Contact the Senior Center at (440) 333-6660 for details. The removal of snow from these aprons is done after the city streets have been plowed.

Rocky River has a snow ban requirement that prohibits parking on city streets when snow is in excess of two inches of accumulation. Once snow has accumulated over two inches, no parking will be permitted on city streets.

The no parking snow ban requirements are defined in the Rocky River Codified Ordinance Section 351.19 titled, “Snow Emergency and Parking Ban.” TRASH & YARD WASTE COLLECTION Refuse picked up from your driveways must be properly contained in 32 gallon cans with detached lids, tied plastic bags and separate, blue bags for recyclables.

All refuse must be freely accessible and not in a bin, storage area or fenced-in area. The city of Rocky River is divided into five sections, and each section has a regular refuse collection day each week. If you are interested in knowing the pick-up day in your area, contact the Service Department at (440) 356-5630.

The following items must be placed on your tree lawn on your scheduled refuse collection day for pickup to avoid confusion about what is or is not a discarded item: children’s toys, grills, wheelbarrows, white goods (sinks, toilets, appliances, etc.), carpet, and old garbage cans (labeled “take can.”) With regard to items placed on the tree lawn for pickup, Rocky River Codified Ordinance Sec. 941.03(b) specifies that these items are not to be placed on the tree lawn before 7 p.m. on the evening before your pickup day.

TRANSFER STATION Transfer Station Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-noon (must arrive before 11:45 a.m.); closed Wednesday, Sunday and holidays. On a Monday holiday when refuse is being collected, the transfer station is open from 8 a.m.-noon. Residents only with picture I.D. No commercial waste. No landscapers.

RECYCLING Rocky River uses the blue bag method of recycling.

Loose cardboard put out with refuse cannot be collected. Collapse cardboard into a blue bag or take collapsed cardboard to bins (see the following section for more details).

WHAT GOES IN YOUR BLUE BAG? • Glass: bottles and jars of all colors, food and beverage containers only. Rinse containers and replace lids. Labels do not have to be removed.

• Aluminum and steel: food and beverage cans only (soda, soup, pet, etc.). Rinse containers.

Labels do not have to be removed.

RESIDENT REFERENCE • Plastic: beverage and soap jugs. Rinse containers and replace lids. Labels do not have to be removed.

• Newspapers: the entire newspaper, including inserts.

• Comingled (mixed) Paper: office paper, magazines, junk mail, cardboard, phone books.

• Cartons: food and beverage (milk, juice).

• Cardboard: must be in a blue bag to be collected with weekly recycling.

For useful information regarding Rocky River recycling and recycling in general, consult: cuyahogarecycles.org.

SIMPLE RECYCLING Residents can schedule free front door pick-up by going online to simplerecycling.com. Once the information has been entered, the website will provide a date for front door pick-up.

COMPOSTING Residents interested in composting are encouraged to review the city website for complete information regarding RRCO Section 521.11, highlights include: • Must consist of yard waste or fruit and vegetable waste and be stored in back yards, at least 15 feet from property lines.

• Must be enclosed by a barrier not exceeding 4 feet in height.

• Not be in excess of 1% of the square footage of the lot or 75 square feet, whichever is less.

• Not create a public nuisance, foul odor or health or fire hazard.

• Not impede any natural water course or drainage runoff from the property.

GRASS AND YARD WASTE RECYCLING All grass clippings and other vegetation must be placed in natural, 30-gallon brown paper bags (available at hardware, home and grocery stores). Yard waste in plastic bags will not be accepted. The bags should be placed on the tree lawn on collection day. A special Service Department truck will pick up brush, grass clippings and other yard waste, which will be mulched and composted.

Brush must be cut in 4-foot lengths, tied in bundles and taken to the tree lawn. If a contractor removes brush or a tree, they are responsible for removal of all debris. In the fall, leaves should be raked to the tree lawn for pickup.

They should never be raked into the street, because they plug storm-water catch basins, create an obstacle should a snow storm occur and may be a fire hazard if a car with a warm engine is parked over dry leaves.

OTHER ITEMS

Residents may drop off at the transfer station, or the Service Department will collect weekly from your tree lawn, on your regular collection day, the following items: • Household appliances (refrigerator doors must be removed) • Computers/electronics

• Motor oil (in a properly marked, unbreakable container) • Asphalt (noncommercial) • Concrete (noncommercial) • Lead acid (automobile batteries) • Latex paint (in dried form). To speed the drying process, mix into the paint either kitty litter, sawdust, vermiculite or a product called Oil Dry in an amount equal to the quantity of paint.

• Oil-based paint (in wet form) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS • Contractors are responsible for disposal of discarded building materials • Arrangements can be made for special pickups such as washers, dryers or hot water tanks by calling (440) 356-5630.

• Mattresses and box springs must be placed in a mattress bag when being discarded. Bags are available at no charge at the Service Garage on Lake Road.

2023 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR REFUSE & RECYCLING COLLECTION A holiday refuse and recycling collection calendar will be mailed to every household in early 2023.

For your convenience, the schedule will be posted on the city’s website once it is available. Visit rrcity.com/refuse-collection to review the 2023 schedule. For questions, please call the Service

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RESIDENT REFERENCE Department at (440) 356-5630, open 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. You may leave a message at any other time, which will be addressed as soon as possible by the night crew.

2023 SPECIAL WASTE COLLECTION EVENTS At various times of the year, the county administers a collection program for paint and computers. They also collect pesticides, herbicides, insecticides and fungicides. Leave the Special Collection items on your tree lawn (labeled and in a sealed container) on the following dates: • April 10-14: Recycle Your Computer Week • May 1-5: Household Hazardous Waste Disposal • Aug. 14-18: Recycle Your Computer Week • Sept. 18-22: Household Hazardous Waste Disposal • Sept. 11-15: Scrap Tire Roundup In November, political signs may be dropped off at the Service Garage on Lake Road for recycling. In December, holiday lights may be dropped off at the Service Garage.

COMMUNITY SHREDDING April 1 and Oct. 7 from 9 -11 a.m., or until the truck is full. Rocky River City Hall Parking Lot (Enter from Wagar Road). Picture ID as proof of Rocky River residency required. Two (2) standard size boxes per household. No business material will be accepted. Bring your paper recyclables and witness

the shredding process on-site. No need to remove staples. For safety reasons, please remain in your vehicle. Shredding documents will be removed and placed into containers for you. Boxes must be placed in trunk or back seat to limit contact.

The wastewater treatment plant handles sewage

ROCKY RIVER MUNICIPAL COURT

STORM WATER MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

21012 Hilliard Blvd., (440) 333-0066 Judge Donna Congeni Fitzsimmons (six-year term expires Dec. 31, 2023) Judge Brian F. Hagan (six-year term expires Dec. 31, 2025) Deborah F. Comery, Clerk of Court (six-year term expires Dec. 31, 2025) The court’s jurisdiction includes the cities of Bay Village, Fairview Park, North Olmsted, Rocky River and Westlake, as well as contiguous sections of the Cleveland Metroparks. Court costs are disbursed monthly to a number of state and county agencies, as well as the city of Rocky River. Fines are disbursed to the originating city, Cuyahoga County or state of Ohio as directed by law.

Open Mon.- Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

ROCKY RIVER WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

22303 Lake Road Nick Barille, Plant Superintendent.........(440) 356-5640

from homes and businesses in Bay Village, Rocky

River, Westlake and most of Fairview Park. It is jointly owned by the four cities, and costs are shared based upon samples of flow and strength into the plant.

The committee is responsible for administering

the city’s storm water management program and is

composed of the mayor, the director of public safetyservice, the city’s engineer, a resident appointed by

City Council and a resident appointed by the mayor.

Members: P amela E. Bobst, Mayor

Rich Snyder, Director of Public Safety-Service Nick Barille, WWTP Superintendent Mike Mackay, City Engineer George Remias

*Meetings are held as needed in the mayor’s office.

Secretary: Nick Barille, ext. 2593

Education ROCKY RIVER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT The Rocky River School District consists of

the territory within the city limits plus a small contiguous section of Fairview Park.

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RESIDENT REFERENCE DISTRICT OFFICE Board of Education 1101 Morewood Parkway, (440) 333-6000, info@rrcs.org Dr. Michael G. Shoaf, Superintendent of Schools.............. (440) 356-6715 Elizabeth Anderson, Assistant Superintendent.................(440) 356-6001 Samuel Gifford, Executive Director, Human Resources/ Support Services, Facilities..............(440) 356-6003 Jennifer Norman, Executive Director, Pupil Services....................................(440) 356-6006 Greg Markus, Treasurer.........................(440) 356-6004 Dr. Bryan Drost, Director, Technology....(440) 356-6002 Greg Murphy, Communications Specialist............................................(440) 356-1473 BOARD OF EDUCATION Under Ohio law, the Board of Education is a distinct unit of government with its own taxing authority.

Membership: Five residents, elected at large, serving four-year staggered terms.

Meetings: Open to residents, in accordance with the Ohio Sunshine Law, held monthly on the third Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Board of Education Office. Committeeof-the-whole meetings are held during the week prior to the regular board meeting at 5 p.m.

Members: Peter Corrigan (term ends Dec. 31, 2025) 3933 Kings Mill Run...........................(216) 333-2028

Diana Leitch (term ends Dec. 31, 2023) 7 Westfield Lane................................ (440) 759-5980 Lauren Negrey (term ends Dec. 31, 2025) 3499 Thomson Circle........................(440) 552-5540 Addie Olander (term ends Dec. 31, 2023) 21432 Kenwood Ave........................(440) 333-8459 Jessica Wilson (term ends Dec. 31, 2025) 4111 Leona Drive................................ (412) 867-8470 State Board of Education – Fifth District Lisa Woods................lisa.woods@education.ohio.gov ROCKY RIVER CITY SCHOOLS Rocky River Early Childhood Center at Beach School 1101 Morewood Parkway......(440) 356-6000 ext. 6006 Tara Zbin, Administrator Special Needs Preschool ages 3-6 Goldwood Primary School 21600 Center Ridge Road................. (440) 356-6720 Dr. Carol Rosiak, Principal Megan Rin, PTA President Kensington Intermediate School 20140 Lake Road............................... (440) 356-6770 Heath Horton, Principal Christina Mueller and Amy Oatey, PTA Co-Presidents Rocky River Middle School 1631 Lakeview Ave............................. (440) 356-6870 Megan Rose, Principal Angela Worgull, PTA President

Rocky River High School 20951 Detroit Road...........................(440) 356-6801 Rob Winton, Principal Stacey Robinson, PTA Council President Gretchen Heil, Early Childhood PTA President ROCKY RIVER EDUCATION FOUNDATION Dave Westerfield, President

NONPUBLIC SCHOOLS

Lutheran High School West 3870 Linden Road, (440) 333-1660 Mike Waugh, Principal Magnificat High School 20770 Hilliard Blvd, (440) 331-1572 Moira Clark, President Ruffing Montessori School 1285 Orchard Park Drive, (440) 333-2250 Anne Lashutka, Principal St. Christopher School 1610 Lakeview Ave., (440) 331-3075 Scott Raiff, Principal

NURSERY SCHOOLS

Rocky River Presbyterian Nursery School 21750 Detroit Road, (440) 895-5437 2 1/2-year-olds to pre-K Rocky River United Methodist Church Nursery School 19414 Detroit Road, (440) 331-7676 3- to 5-year-olds

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COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES AND OTHER SCHOOLS Cleveland State University Main Campus: 2121 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, (216) 687-2000 Cuyahoga Community College Westshore Campus: 31001 Clemens Road, Westlake, OH 44145, (216) 987-6000

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Rocky River Public Library 1600 Hampton Road, (440) 333-7610, Fax: (440) 333-4184, rrpl.org Trent Ross, Interim Director

The Rocky River Public Library is an independent library system administered by a seven-member Board of Trustees appointed by the Rocky River School Board.

Operating funds come from voter-approved levies and the state.

The library provides many sources and services, including but not limited to: books, e-books, audiobooks, magazines and newspapers; DVDs, Blu-rays and music CDs; 24/7 access to streaming services and online books, videos, movies, or music; more than 56 internet-enabled computers for public use; computer classes; passport services; homebound delivery services; fine free checkouts, public photocopiers; free faxing; free notary service; programs and special events for all ages; reserve and renew items via the library’s website; driveup window for pick-up and drop-off; 24-hour book returns; ongoing book sale; free Wi-Fi; wireless printing; meeting rooms available for community and nonprofit groups.

The library also is home to the Cowan Pottery Museum.

Check out the library’s website for further information about programs, services and the museum.

Places of Worship

Beth Israel - The West Temple (Reform Jewish) Rabbi Enid C. Lader 14308 Triskett Rd., Cleveland............(216) 941-8882 First Church of Christ, Scientist 1460 Wagar Road...............................(440) 331-3194 Good Soil Lutheran Ministries The Reverend Marissa Harrison 20300 Hilliard Blvd............................(440) 331-1773 Greek Orthodox Community of St. Demetrios The Reverend Father Andrew Lentz 22909 Center Ridge Road..................(440) 331-2246 One Church CLE 3300 Wooster Road

Resurrection Church on the Rock Lead Pastor Marcus A. Taylor 3850 Linden Road............................. (216) 630-0988 River Westlake Baptist Church Pastor James Mileti 22953 Detroit Road............................(216) 526-5103 Rockport United Methodist Church The Reverend Dr. Gordon Myers, Pastor 3301 Wooster Road........................... (440) 331-9433 Rocky River Presbyterian Church The Reverend Dr. Jon M. Fancher, Pastor 21750 Detroit Road,..........................(440) 333-4888 info@riverpres.org Rocky River United Methodist Church The Reverend Daniel F. Bogre, Senior Pastor The Reverend Paul A. Bennett, Associate Pastor 19414 Detroit Road............................ (440) 331-7676 St. Christopher Catholic Church The Reverend John C. Chlebo, Pastor The Reverend Timothy Daw, Associate Pastor 20141 Detroit Road........................... (440) 331-4255 St. Thomas Lutheran Church The Reverend David Luecke, Interim Pastor 21211 Detroit Road........................... (440) 331-2680 The Shepherd’s Church - Nondenominational Peter O. Pritchard, Lead Pastor Peteropritchard@gmail.com 19555 Center Ridge Road TSChurch.net West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church The Reverend Anthony Makar, Senior Minister 20401 Hilliard Blvd.......................... (440) 333-2255

Good Citizenship

VOTER QUALIFICATIONS

Citizens are qualified to vote in Cuyahoga County if: • U.S. citizen • 18 or older on election day. If one is 17 on a primary election day and will be 18 by the November general election day, he/she may vote in a primary election only for candidates, not issues.

• Resident of Ohio, Cuyahoga County and precinct at least 30 days before the election.

• Registered

VOTER INFORMATION

For information regarding voter registration, polling locations, early voting, and vote by mail applications, contact the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections at (216) 443-8683 or www.boe.cuyahogacounty.gov.

LOCAL ELECTIONS

Regular municipal elections are held in odd-numbered years. Primary elections for partisan candidates for city office are held on the second Tuesday of September

in a regular municipal election year. According to city charter, a party primary election shall be held only in the following events:

• When more than two persons file as

candidates for nomination of the same political party, and either at least one

candidate from any other political party or

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• When more than four persons file as

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The nominating petitions for both partisan and

independent candidates must be filed with the Board of Elections no later than 90 days prior to the primary election day.

Useful Contact Numbers TRANSPORTATION

Driver’s licenses and license plates

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Warren Village Shopping Center.......(216) 941-8008 3345 Edgecliff Terrace

“Buy a house. Sell a home.”

Title registration and driver’s licenses

Top’s Plaza...........................................(440) 779-0830 26642 Brookpark Ext., North Olmsted

Greyhound bus line..................................(800) 231-2222

Regional Transit Authority........................ (216) 621-9500 Rocky River senior transportation ............ (440) 333-6665

Make Friends. Make a Difference.

UTILITIES

AT&T.........................................................(800) 288-2020 Cleveland Division of Water:

Report a problem................................(216) 664-3060 Customer service.................................(216) 664-3130

Cox Utilities.............................................(216) 712-4300 Dominion East Ohio Gas........................(877) 542-2630 Illuminating Company/First Energy.....(800) 589-3101 Rocky River post office...........................(440) 356-2465 Rocky River sewer division

Rocky River Presbyterian Church 21750 Detroit Rd. | 440-333-4888 | www.riverpres.org

Billing .................................................(440) 331-0600 Repairs ...............................................(440) 356-5630

HOSPITALS

Avon Hospital.........................................(440) 695-5000 (Cleveland Clinic Health System)

33300 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon, Ohio 44011

Fairview Hospital....................................(216) 476-7000 (Cleveland Clinic Health System)

18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44111

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Pediatric Emergency.........................(216) 476-7081

Rocky River

Emergency Department...................(216) 476-7080 *For satellite offices, call the main number.

Fairview Hospital Wellness and Health Education Center...................(440) 356-0670 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, Ohio 44116

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RESIDENT REFERENCE Cleveland Clinic Lakewood Family

Health Center....................................(216) 237-5500 14601 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, Ohio 44107

*For satellite offices, call the main number above.

MetroHealth............................................(216) 778-7800 2500 Metrohealth Drive, Cleveland, Ohio 44109

Rocky River Medical Office.............. (216) 957-3200 20575 Center Ridge Road, Suite 500

St. John Medical Center.........................(440) 835-8000

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Buying? Selling? Refinancing?

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COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE

Employment and Family Services............ (216) 987-7000 Fairview Hospital

Wellness Center..................................(440) 356-0670 Community Outreach..........................(216) 476-7324

First Call for Help: United Way

Information Service................... 211 or (216) 436-2000

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Golden Buckeye Card...............................(800) 422-1976

440-333-8118 www.northerntitle.com

Lakewood Community Service Center......(216) 226-6466

19545 Center Ridge Road Rocky River, OH 44116

Greater Cleveland Volunteers................... (216) 391-9500 Homestead Exemption.............................(216) 443-7050

Legal Aid Society....................................... (216) 687-1900 Legal Hotline for Older Ohioans............... (800) 488-6070 Meals on Wheels ..................................... (440) 333-6298 Medicare................................................... (800) 633-4227 Northcoast Health Ministry....................... (216) 228-7878 (Medical services for low-income individuals)

Nursing Home Ombudsman and

Options for Living................................ (800) 365-3112

Ohio Consumers’ Counsel........................ (877) 742-5622 Ohio Department of Insurance................. (800) 686-1578 Rocky River Assistance Program............... (216) 556-5887

EVERYONE WELCOME

Sunday Worship – 10:30 AM At

Wilhelm Dance Studio 19555 Center Ridge Road

www.TSChurch.net

(440) 356-3725, josearancibia@sbcglobal.net American Legion, Rocky River Post No. 451 19911 Lake Road

Commander: Art Stone........................... (440) 734-8144 American Legion, Hellenic Post 453

22909 Center Ridge Road - St. Demetrios

Commander: Spyridon Farmakidis........ (440) 799-8190

Beach Cliff Garden Club

President: Michelle Cox......................... (440) 331-6507 mm7cox@gmail.com

Boy Scouts of America

Greater Cleveland Council......................(216) 861-6060 College Club West

collegeclubwest.org/collegeclubwest@gmail.com Friends of the Rocky River Public Library

President: Kate Leslie ..............friendsRRPL@gmail.com

Girl Scouts of NE Ohio........................... (800) 852-4474 Kiwanis Club of Rocky River

President: Catherine Mathews

catherinemariemathews@gmail.com

League of Women Voters of Greater Cleveland/ Rocky River Chapter

Chairman: Judith Weiss......................... (440) 308-5670 www.lwvcuyahogaarea.org

River Chapter #517 Order of the Eastern Star (OES)

Secretary: Donna Miller......................... (440) 356-3224 Rocky River Assistance Program

Rocky River Senior Center........................ (440) 333-6660

Rocky River Chamber Music Society

Rocky River Senior Transportation............ (440) 333-6665

Rocky River Chamber of Commerce

Social Security Administration

Executive Director: Angela M. Barth......(440) 331-1140

P.O. Box 16724

Rocky River Senior Center Social Worker.... (440) 333-6664

President: Carol Jacobs........................... (440) 471-7471

RTA Community Paratransit Service.......... (216) 621-9500

1236 Smith Court

17513 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107, www.ssa.gov

www.rockyriverchamber.com

National telephone number.............(800) 772-1213

Coordinator: Jenny Hess........................ (440) 376-3263

Phone service for the hearing-impaired

Marketing/Promotions: Chris Slomka......(216) 905-6277

Local..................................................(800) 722-1213

Information...................................... (800) 676-3777 To place a call...................................(800) 750-0750

Veterans Service Commission..................(216) 698-2600

Rocky River Community Challenge jennyshess@yahoo.com ceslomka@gmail.com

Visit Facebook: Community Challenge — Rocky River Rocky River Community Garden

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

President: Sharlene Marty...........sharlene@gotmarty.com

Dominion East Ohio (HEAP) ....................(800) 282-0880

President: Michael O’Neil

Home Energy Assistance

Chair: Andrea Mediate............ rrgreenteam@gmail.com

Homestead Water Assistance...................(216) 664-3130

rrhsalumni@rrcs.org

AT&T Lifeline Ohio.....................................(888) 256-5378

Rocky River Democratic Club

First Energy/CEI (HEAP)............................(800) 282-0880

Rocky River Green Team

Program (HEAP).................................(800) 282-0880

Percentage of Income

Payment Plan (PIPP)......................... (800) 282-0880

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Representative: Sandy Arancibia

Operations Manager...............................(216) 556-5887

T-Mobile IP Relay

Non-denominational Church

AFS International/Intercultural Programs, Rocky River Chapter

Rocky River Public Library

Outreach Service................................ (440) 333-7610

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Clubs and Organizations

Rocky River High School Alumni Association Rocky River Historical Society

President: Ginni Goings.......................(440) 331-4616

RESIDENT REFERENCE Rocky River Lakewood Kitchen of West Shore Meals on Wheels Chair: Laurie Rokakis Volunteer and Administrative Coordinator: Kathy Blackwell......................................(440) 333-6298 Rocky River Music Study Group President: Birgit Ihms............................(440) 356-6533 Rocky River Parks & Recreation Foundation Jackie York ....................................yorkj500@gmail.com Rocky River Public Library Foundation Interim Director: Trent Ross....................(440) 333-7610 Rocky River Seniors Council Inc. Senior Center......................................... (440) 333-6660 Rocky River Toastmasters President: Christy Howley..................... (630) 310-0653 Rocky River Women’s Club rockyriverwomensclub@gmail.com Rocky River Assistance Program

M A G N I F I C AT

Educating Faith-Filled Women Leaders Since 1955

Operations Manager...............................(216) 556-5887 P.O. Box 16724 Rotary Club of Lakewood/Rocky River President: Steve Clark Rotary Club of Lakewood/Rocky River Sunrise President: Jason Pickering Village Project Meredith LaVecchia................................(440) 348-9401 West Shore Orchid Society Wayne Roberts....................................... (440) 236-5571 West Shore Coterie Club President: Mary Horvath....................... (440) 333-2873 West Shore Republican Club Robert Bodi ...........................................(440) 250-9446, rfbodi@westshorerepublicans.org Women’s Association of Beach Cliff, No. 1 wabc1925@gmail.com Women’s Committee of the Great Lakes Theater Chair: Barbara Cercone.......................... (440) 333-8351 Women’s Committee of Rocky River Public Library Director: Jamie Mason............................(440) 333-7610 Lakewood YMCA Branch Director: Virgil Wahome.............(216) 521-8400 16915 Detroit Ave., Lakewood YMCA – Westshore Branch Branch Director: Ben Altemus................ (440) 871-6885 1575 Columbia Road, Westlake

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DINING GUIDE

Dining Guide Al Pita

Mediterranean • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Includes a variety of appetizers, salads, gyros, pitas and entrees filled with fresh ingredients.

(216) 603-9300, 19310 Detroit Road, alpitacuisine.com

Arby’s

Burger King

American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

American-style food, famous for Whoppers.

Slow-roasted and freshly sliced roast beef sandwiches.

Burntwood Tavern

Bearden’s

Features a warm atmosphere and savory food as well as a bar and outdoor terrace.

(440) 331-9176, 21412 Center Ridge Road, arbys.com •

Family-oriented home of famous battered onion rings and great burgers.

(440) 331-7850, 19985 Lake Road, beardens-cleveland.com

Big Mouth Donut Co.

Craft Donut Shop • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Specializes in scratch-made donuts with unique flavors.

(216) 282-8228, 19265 Detroit Road, bigmouthdonut.com

Bomba

A – American Express DS – Discover Card M – MasterCard V – Visa

Average Entree: $ – Under $8 $$ – $8-$16 $$$ – $17-$24 $$$$ – Over $24

-W heelchair Accessible - Outdoor Patio

(440) 331-9279, 20333 Center Ridge Road, burgerking.com

American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

American • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

KEY TO SYMBOLS:

Tacos and Rum • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

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Specializing in tacos and rum with a Latin flavor.

(440) 409-0210, 19890 Detroit Road, bombatacos.com

Brown Sugar Thai Cuisine

Thai • $$-$$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Features a variety of eye-catching, healthy dishes, including vegetarian options.

(440) 331-4110, 20130 Center Ridge Road, brownsugarohio.com

Bucci’s

Italian • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Casual, family-oriented Italian restaurant operating for more than 40 years. Specializes in pizzas. Closed Mondays.

(440) 331-5157, 19373 Hilliard Road, buccis.net

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American • $$$ • A,DS,M,V •

•

Duet Fine Catered & Prepared Foods Catering • N/A • DS,V,M

Fine catering with more than 50 years’ collective experience.

(440) 333-6700, 19304 Detroit Road, burntwoodtavern.com

(440) 333-2220, 2252 Wooster Road, duetcatering.com

Char Whiskey Bar & Grille

Einstein Bros. Bagels

American • $$$ • A,DS,M,V •

•

Locally sourced meats and fresh burgers, mac-n-cheese and vegan options.

Bakery • $ • A,DS,M,V •

•

Fresh-baked bagels, sandwiches, soups, gourmet salads, sweets and snacks, offering healthy, smart choices.

(216) 712-4591, 19337 Detroit Road, char-rockyriver.com

(216) 239-5384, 19115 Detroit Road, einsteinbros.com

Cravings Cafe

Erie Island Coffee Co.

Serves breakfast and lunch, sandwiches, wraps and freshly brewed coffee.

A coffee house that offers a genuine northern Italian blend that’s never bitter. It serves cold and hot deli sandwiches, paninis, salads and soups.

American • $ • N/A •

(440) 895-0098, 19701 Lake Road

Dairy Queen/Orange Julius American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

(440) 333-7763, 21665 Center Ridge Road, dairyqueen.com Italian • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

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(440) 333-3333, 19292 Detroit Road, erieislandcoffee.com •

Serves hamburgers and chicken fingers along with frozen treats such as its famous Blizzards.

Danny Boy’s Italian Eatery

Deli • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Ferris Steak House

American • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

•

Serving high-quality steaks, chops, salads, seafood and other delicious options.

(216) 281-1437, 2589 Wooster Road, ferrissteakhouse.com

•

Award-winning pizza, specialty pizzas and pasta pies.

Family-friendly with big portions. Great Italian-American food presented in a perfectly Frank (Sinatra) atmosphere.

(440) 333-9595, 20251 Lake Road, dannyboyspizza.com

Firehouse Subs

American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Highlights made-to-order hot and cold subs and a variety of hot sauces.

(216) 772-2300, 21860 Center Ridge Road, firehousesubs.com

DINING GUIDE First Watch

Heinen’s

Trans fat-free menu has health food but is not a restricted menu — serves omelets, oatmeal, pancakes, burgers and club sandwiches. Closes at 2:30 p.m. daily.

Provides world-class customer service while offering the freshest, highest-quality foods.

American • $ • A,M,V,DS •

(440) 333-3529, 19340 Detroit Road, firstwatch.com

Flip Side

American • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Chef-driven burgers, shakes and beer.

(440) 799-8888, 19071 Old Detroit Road, flipsideburger.com Ready-made • $$-$$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Chicken and pizza, etc.

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(440) 333-2733, 22160 Center Ridge Road, gianteagle.com

Martin’s Corner

•

Herb’s Tavern

McDonald’s

American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

•

Old-style tavern serving beer, sandwiches and burgers.

Family-friendly fast food, home of the Big Mac.

(440) 331-9870, 19925 Detroit Road

(440) 333-7020, 21675 Center Ridge Road, mcdonalds.com

HoneyBaked Ham

Mellow Mushroom Italian •

American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Deli sandwiches with smoked ham and roasted turkey.

(440) 356-0440, 21943 Center Ridge Road, honeybaked.com

Joe’s A Fine Deli & Restaurant

Customizable sandwiches, wraps, salads and bowls.

Full delicatessen in a family atmosphere, with pastas, seafood, gourmet salads, burgers and chophouse fare.

Gourmet Java Bistro

(440) 333-7890, 19215 Hilliard Blvd.

Deli • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

20253 Lake Road, gourmetguycatering.com Bistro • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

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Breakfast, lunch and early dinner; healthy eating seven days a week.

(440) 444-8827, 19056 Old Detroit Road

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

Contemporary Greek Cuisine • $$-$$$$ • A,DS,M,V • •

Offers classic flavors of the Mediterranean using family recipes and authentic ingredients.

(216) 712-4350, 21605 Center Ridge Road, thegreatgreekgrill.com

Gunselman’s To Go

American • $$ • DS,M,V •

Classic American tavern fare.

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(440) 589-7828, 21800 Center Ridge Road, gunselmans.com/gunselmanstogo

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Providing fine cooked foods, wine and beer for more than 33 years.

(440) 331-4410, 20505 Detroit Road, martinsdeli.com

Gourmet Guy Cafe American • $$ •

Deli • $ • M,V •

(440) 331-3830, 19219 Detroit Road, heinens.com American • $$ • DS,M,V •

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Giant Eagle

Grocery • $-$$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

(440) 331-0330, 20668 Center Ridge Road kingwahcleveland.com

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A clean, inviting atmosphere with lots of indoor seating.

(440) 333-4563, 19700 Detroit Road, mitchellshomemade.com

Ohio Pie Co. Rocky River Home of the original Ohio-style pizza.

Old Carolina Barbecue Co.

American • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

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Carolina-style barbecue featuring pulled pork, ribs and southern sides.

Lake Road Market

(216) 273-7608, 21613 Center Ridge Road, oldcarolina.com

Grocery • $-$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Large variety including fine wines, meats and cheeses.

(440) 331-9326, 20267 Lake Road

American Bistro • $$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Mitchell’s Ice Cream

(216) 353-7777, 19565 Detroit Road, ohiopieco.com

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Cuisine in a relaxed, contemporary ambiance since 1973.

Market

(440) 356-7171, 19333 Detroit Road, mellowmushroom.com Dessert • $ • A,DS,M,V •

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King Wah Restaurant and Lounge Asian • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

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Originators of classic southern pizza; also serves craft beer.

Old River Tap and Social

Pub Food • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

•

A clean, inviting atmosphere with lots of indoor seating.

(440) 857-0399, 19245 Detroit Road, oldrivertapandsocial.com

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An upscale craft beer bar with 24 craft beers on tap, and an additional 80 beers by the bottle.

(440) 799-4292, 1137 Linda St., marketbeer.com

Panera Bread

Cafe • $ • A,DS,M,V •

•

Famous for soups, sandwiches and salads.

(440) 331-0555, 19705 Center Ridge Road, panerabread.com

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DINING GUIDE Pelicano’s Pizza

Sakana Sushi Bar and Lounge

Carryout and delivery subs, pizzas, pastas and catering.

Serving lunch, dinner and takeout.

Pizza • $$ • M,V •

(440) 333-0558, 2218 Wooster Road

Penn Station

Sub shop • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

Asian-Fusion • $$-$$$$ • A, DS, M,V •

Tartine Bistro

French • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

•

(440) 857-0700, 19300 Detroit Road

(440) 331-0800, 19110 Old Detroit Road, tartinebistro.com

Salmon Dave’s Pacific Grille

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Casual, sports-themed atmosphere; famous for subs and fresh-cut fries.

(440) 333-7366, 19565 Detroit Road, penn-station.com

Piada Italian Street Food

•

A European-style bistro famous for tartine sandwiches.

Full wine and liquor bar; no reservations required.

Seafood • $$$ • A,DS,M,V

Huge crab legs and fresh seafood on a diverse menu of traditional and seasonal specialties. Award-winning wine list. Reservations recommended.

Vitality Bowls

Superfood Cafe • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

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Acai bowls, smoothies, salads and paninis.

(216) 712-6999, 19511 Center Ridge Road

Italian • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

(440) 331-2739, 19015 Old Lake Road, hrcleveland.com

Wendy’s

(440) 333-1530, 19925 Center Ridge Road, mypiada.com

Starbucks

Coffee • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Old-fashioned hamburgers served fresh and delicious.

Casual dining concept featuring fresh, high-quality Italian food.

Pier Beverage and Deli Deli • $ • A,DS,M,V •

American • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Casual cafe offering a wide variety of coffee products.

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(440) 356-1760, 19555 Detroit Road, starbucks.com

Carryout deli sandwiches.

Stino da Napoli

(440) 356-6915, 22474 Lake Road

Pita Way

Mediterranean • $-$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Italian • $$ • Cash only •

Fast casual Mediterranean concept that is family owned and dedicated to serving the community delicious food.

19815 Center Ridge Road, pitaway.com

Specializing in beers handcrafted from the finest ingredients. Fresh seafood and pastas.

Flavorful American • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Subway is the world’s largest sub sandwich chain.

(440) 236-0271, 21350 Center Ridge Road, raisingcanes.com Brewpub/Microbrewery • $$-$$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Wine Bar - Rocky River

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(440) 895-2739, 21290 Center Ridge Road, rockyriverbrewco.com

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Wine bar with a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere, featuring an eclectic selection of 100 wines from Italy, California, Spain, South America, Australia and France.

(440)-799-4300, 1313 Linda St., winebarrr.com

Deli • $ • A,DS,M,V •

Quality meals served quickly and conveniently.

Rocky River Brewing Co.

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Subway

Chicken Fingers • $-$$ • A,DS,M,V

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19607 Detroit Road, (440) 596-3440, wholefoodsmarket.com

(440) 331-3944, 19070 Old Detroit Road, stinodanapoli.com

Raising Cane’s

Whole Foods

Grocery • $-$$ •

Authentic Italian food from the Naples region.

Dine-in and carryout.

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(440) 333-4377, 21250 Center Ridge Road, wendys.com

(440) 333-2089, 21625 Center Ridge Road;

(440) 333-0074, 19595 Detroit Road, subway.com

Swinging Door Bar and Grill

American • $-$$ • A,DS,M,V •

Serving lunch, dinner, drinks and take-out.

(216) 801-4800, 20130 Center Ridge Road

The Woods Restaurant & Lounge Italian • $$ • A,DS,M,V •

A casual local landmark for 40 years, primarily serving Italian fare with daily chef’s specials. Deck, party center and catering.

(440) 333-4522, (440) 333-9663, 21919 Center Ridge Road, thewoodsrestaurant.com

Zoup!

Soup, Salad and Sandwiches • $ • A,DS,M,V •

(440) 657-3200, 21619 Center Ridge Road, zoup.com

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The Rocky River chamber has partnered with Spooner Incorporated to offer members group rating discounts on workers’ compensation. As an added member benefit, any Rocky River Chamber member that selects Spooner to manage their workers’ compensation also gets unemployment claim administration FOR FREE!

STARTING A NEW BUSINESS? Your company can save up to 53% on workers’ compensation with the Rocky River Chamber of Commerce and Spooner! The Grow Ohio Incentive Program allows new companies to apply for group rating for workers’ compensation instead of having to wait until the next policy year. Contact Spooner today for a no-cost review and see what the savings could mean for your business.

Workers’ Compensation Savings If you are not in a group, you should be. Group rating allows companies like yours to save money on the amount of premium paid to the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC). All groups are not the same and choosing the right group for your business is an important step in keeping your BWC rates down.

For a Free, No Obligation analysis of your policy, reach out to Mike Kowalski, Regional Sales Manager at Spooner Inc. today!

Office: 440.249.5205 • Cell: 216.469.2936 Fax: 440.249.5200 • mkowalski@spoonerinc.com

Workers’ Comp Services • Group Rating 53% discount • Grow Ohio • Self-Insurance • Group Retrospective Rating • Professional Employer Organization (PEO) HR Services • Handbook Revision / Creation • Harassment Training • Workers’ Compensation Administration • Job Descriptions • Employee Benefits Evaluations • Payroll Services • Personnel File Compliance • FMLA – FLSA Compliance • Recruiting Services • Unemployment Administration • I-9 Compliance

Helping our Residents Return Home RESIDENT REFERENCE

Experience the Not-For-Profit Difference The mission of the Welsh Home is a “Legacy of the Heart” following the traditions of the Women’s Welsh Clubs of America to respect the spirit of each resident.

After a hospital stay, our number one goal at the Welsh House is for you to return home safely.

Recover in our Private Rehab Suites with: · Physical Therapy · Speech Therapy · Occupational Therapy · Skilled Nursing

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