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BOSTON TOWNSHIP

The township minutes are posted on our website at www.bostontownship.org and outside the fiscal office at the Boston Township Hall. Trustee meetings are the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Zoning commission meets the second Tuesday of the month and the Board of Zoning Appeals meets the fourth Wednesday of the month.

Best Wishes, Ron!: The Boston Township Trustees would like to thank township road superintendent Ron Adams, who submitted a letter of resignation on July 6, for his years of service to the community. Ron, who started with the township in November, 2015, has accepted a position closer to his home in southern Summit County. We greatly appreciate Ron`s attention to detail and his abilities to keep the roads and equipment in the township in repair.

Road Superintendent: The trustees are currently advertising for candidates for the position of Road Superintendent. We will be accepting resumes until August 1.

Zoning Updates: The proposed new chapter to the zoning ordinance, the Seasons Road Business District (SRBD) was the subject of a hearing by the Summit County Planning Commission (SCPC) on June 28. With only a very few suggestions for non-substantive issues, the SCPC unanimously voted approval. Also, at a hearing before the Boston Township Zoning Commission on July 10, the SRBD was approved and referred to the township trustees who will have a hearing on it on August 8. Meanwhile, Northstar Planning will now focus its attention on other areas of the Business Corridor. Peninsula Library: On July 11, the Trustees passed a resolution honoring the Peninsula Library and Historical Society and thanked them for seventy-five years of service to the community.

Township Hall: The Boston Township Hall Committee (BTHC) just recently completed the installation of a new fire detection and alarm system at a cost of $9,598. At the same time, the township replaced the system in their part of the buildings at a cost of $4,177. Additionally, both entities have installed a Knox Box on the building which will house keys to be used by the fire department in the case of an emergency. The BTHC also has completed the conversion of the buildings to LED lights. The cost of the conversion will be reimbursed through Ohio Edison.

WEBSITE: Visit our Website at www.bostontownship.org to find up-to-date Township information. Contact numbers for the Trustees: Amy Anderson: 330-657-2439, Randy Bergdorf: 330-655-5698, and Bill Clifton: 330-657-4032. Fiscal Officer: Catherine Anson at 330-657-2059; Road Department: Ron Adams: 330-657-2600; and Zoning Inspector: John Schneider at 330-657-2601 or 234-900-9145.

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PENINSULA COUNCIL

The Peninsula Village Council met in regular session on July 9, 2018. It was well attended by citizens. Council directed the Administration to suspend enforcement of the Sewer Fee Ordinance until legislation can be adopted. As a result, if anyone has not paid the most recent bill, they may refrain from doing so. If anyone has already paid, they will be entitled to a refund once Council passes the proper legislation. Council also authorized the cleaning of windows and carpets at the Village Hall.

Upcoming Meetings;
Planning Commission: July 23, 2018 at 7:00PM
Regular Council Meeting: August 13, 2018 at 7:00PM
Board of Zoning Appeals meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm as needed.
All meetings are in the Village Hall Council Chambers

Contact Phone Numbers:
Non-emergency Police and Fire 330-657-2911
Mayor's Office 330-657-2151
Fiscal Office/Zoning 330-657-2714
Service (Road) Department 330-657-2089

Check the website www.villageofpeninsula-oh.gov Library, Post Office, Village Hall, Terry Lumber, and the Fire Station for postings.

John D. Steigel, Fiscal Officer

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PENINSULA GARDEN CLUB

The Peninsula Garden Club ladies wish to remind you that the annual peddlers day event is not all that far off; please join us in the village offering flowers, baked goods, arrangements and other goodies on the first Saturday in October!

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NEW BILL NEMOYTEN BOOK

Bill Nemoyten, who was the Band Director at first Boston High School and then later Woodridge High School, has written a new book. His last book, It all Started with a Trombone, detailed his life and career. His new book, The Shoemaker`s Dream: a Jewish-American Immigrant Story is a work of fiction based upon his mother`s family story of migrating to America. The Peninsula Library has a copy of the book that can be borrowed, but Bill has also sent a few copies that he is offering for sale. If you are interested in purchasing one of these copies, please see Randy Bergdorf. The books are also available on Amazon.

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PENINSULA LIBRARY

Preschool Story Hour: Mondays and Thursday at 10:00AM beginning August 20. Miss Chris will have story hour for Preschoolers ages three to five on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00AM. She will share stories, songs, dance and fun. To register, please call the library at 330-657-2665, email us at info@peninsulalibrary.org or stop in the library. Save the following dates: Monday: September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19 Thursday: September 6, 13, 20, 27 October 4, 11, 18, 25 November 1, 8, 15

Getting Ready for Medicare 6:00PM to 8:00PM Thursday September 20, 2018. This program, presented by Laura Mutsko, a Certified Senior Adviser and Medicare Supplement Accredited Adviser will highlight when and where to apply for Medicare, what decisions you will need to make, what Medicare covers, cost of Medicare, and the difference between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans. Reservations are required as we need a minimum of five people for this class. Please call the library or email us at info@peninsulalibrary.org to register.

Bringing Down the Dam; Freeing the Falls Tuesday, September 25, 6:30PM. For 100 years, Gorge Metro Park has coexisted with a 420 x 60 foot dam. Now, that dam is being studied for removal. Summit Metro Parks is excited by the potential benefits of the removal both to the park district and to the region. The park district has taken the lead in organizing support, facilitating stakeholders and conducting public outreach. This presentation by Elaine March, a life-long lover of the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie, will examine the interwoven story of the gorge dam, the Cuyahoga River and Gorge Metro Park. It is a fascinating tale of gravity and water, of scenic beauty and contamination, and of competing economies. Mainly, it is the account of how our vision for use of the Gorge has evolved. This evening`s program will feature the transformative benefits of dismantling the dam and "Freeing the Falls" which currently lie drowned under this obsolete mass of concrete.

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CONDOLENCES

Don Getz passed away on June 26, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife Judy and is survived by sister Lois Mountz and children Krista (Ed), Joel, Jeff (Kris), and Brent (Lisa), grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Township resident Anna Minke passed away July 2, 2018 at the age of 85. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard and son George. She is survived by children Carolyn (Joel) Smith, Susan (Ronald) White, Richard (Karen) Minke, Denise (Tom) Goodlet, and Cindy (Bob Vorisek) Austin; grandchildren Cassandra, Elizabeth, Robert, and J.T. as well as many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren

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DON GETZ

Don Getz conceived, organized and ran the Boston Mills Artfest, beginning nearly 50 years ago, bringing it to its current position of ranking as one of the county`s 20 best. Year-round, there is the nearby M.D. Garage on Boston Mills Road, which provides its many visitors a chance to see, and buy, the best area artists. He founded the Ohio Watercolor Society, and also established them in other states. He has taught workshops on both coasts, also giving workshops in Cornwall and London. Getz was listed in London`s 16th edition, Men of Achievement. After the death of his wife, Judy Krupp Getz, of Silver Lake, in 2012 he undertook a year-long Odyssey Tour of the U.S., presenting fifty watercolor-journal workshops in that year. He counted it as a most satisfying year for that time in his life. In recent years he has taught his workshops at Peninsula Art Academy, believing it has the potential of drawing national status as an artists` workshop site, because of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Don said, "I`ve always felt fortunate to have God-given artistic abilities . . . That talent which so many others admire. I only hope that I might use these talents to the very best of my ability and someday be remembered for a sincere effort."

Edna Ratner

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Dear Friends,

Peninsula has been my home since 1980. Though I moved away in 2004 for my work, it will always remain the home of my heart. Since my retirement, my husband and I have come back to worship there in Peninsula, and my son and his family are Peninsula residents. It has come to my attention that there are disagreements in the village these days. That`s not unusual or unheard of, but the thing is, it is possible and appropriate, to have different opinions about an issue without launching personal attacks on each other. In the spirit of John Lahoski, Bob Bishop and Martha Mayer (to name a few of our village giants who have gone to the great beyond), let`s be civil to one another. Thank you.

Reverend Lea Mahan

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NO DOG IN THIS FIGHT

"I don`t have a dog in this fight." On the surface, it would appear that this quote would apply to me as a resident of Boston Township relating to the sewer issue in Peninsula. As such I do not have an opinion to express regarding the sewers. However, my dog is the community. Peninsula and Boston Township are and have a history of being one community.

As a community, I hope in the face of any issue we can disagree but continue to be respectful of one another in the process. I have been dismayed to see the lack of civility in politics on the national level. To see that echoed in our local community between my neighbors is disheartening. I hope the leaders and members of our community can find a way to disagree on issues but refrain from personal attacks on their neighbors.

S. Renay Sanders

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WHY UNIQUE PENINSULA SHOULD BE CONTROLLED

Within spectacular nature, Peninsula has remained beautiful and historical. It contains singular organizations: the GAR Hall, Bronson Church, Boston Townhall, Peninsula Depot, Peninsula Art Academy. And above all, Peninsula stands totally within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. People often visit Peninsula exclusively to visit these singular organizations. Other largely similar and unique towns controlling their characteristics are Bath, Chagrin Falls, Huntington Valley, and Gates Mills.

Now consider this. On Riverview Road, slightly south of Smith Road, Akron begins. Immediately there are business buildings of every conceivable style, different size asphalt parking places, all sorts of signs, metal fences, worldwide businesses, such as McDonald`s, three story business buildings, short strip malls, etc. Most buildings have no design relationship to any other or to the overall area. No aesthetic relationship controls this region. We all know such areas. They are all over the USA. My own description of them is—expressed politely—disorganized—and—expressed personally—disgusting. Streetsboro has become totally disgusting. Brunswick the same.

Peninsula is the only remaining sizable town along the Cuyahoga River between Akron and Cleveland. It is unique. Businesses will and should stay. But as both Barbara Kaplan and Dee Holody have written, they must be "controlled." A business should have a relationship to the reasons given above why visitors are so enthused to come to CVNP and Peninsula. A bicycle store allows people to buy or rent bikes to use on trails and paths. A jacket and sweater shop can help people stay warm during winter trail walking. The CVNP store supports the national park. Restaurants, ice cream and coffee shops are desirable. Fisher`s is an old Peninsula restaurant. Winking Lizard belongs to a chain. But it has retained a well-known Peninsula historical sign: the blinking, neon "DANCING LIQUOR." That relates Winking Lizard to Peninsula.

Fritz Thiel

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EXTENSION OF THE SEWER

Both sides have made important comments. My preference is installing the sewer. The reason is not to enhance Peninsula business, but to preserve earth and air. Preservation is better when, at one location, sewage is treated professionally.

I also suggest the sewer be extended to the entire town, not just restricted to the downtown area. That will increase the preservation of the earth. We will have to pay for this development, but for the entire future it will help the town and coming residents. Yes, we should seek ways to support financially weaker residents.

Everywhere in the United States there are public areas which require parking payment. Without doubt Peninsula can establish parking payment. That brings external money and can help pay for the sewer.

Now a further topic. In the May YCN publication, Leslie Hampshire considers both "water and sewer" important, not just sewer alone. Dee Holody refers to "clean water." In the 1970s the Coliseum sports arena stood just east of I-271. For that arena, a large water pipe was installed all along Stine Road. That pipe still exists. And I believe so does the water, because at Stine Road`s west end I sometimes see water flowing out of a faucet. Possibly, then, there is a functioning water pipe all along Stine Road. But the water has never been accessible to Stine Road residents. They must draw their water from wells.

And finally, as others have said, all residents and property owners, not just the Peninsula Village Council, not just the EPA or Summit County, should control the ecologically desirable sewer installation.

Fritz Thiel

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A word of caution…

This past month many of you were asked to take an on-line independent sewer "survey." Some received an opinion letter from two residents which included correspondence from Ohio EPA. These plus recent articles in YCN quoted cost numbers that even scared me! So let`s consider some facts.

The "survey" stated the cost of a central sewer would cost $6.5m - $8m. The only time I have seen this cost range in writing was from a Sep 28 2015 email recapping a conversation between Mike Weant (Summit County) and a then Wastewater Advisory Committee member.

Well a lot has happened since 2015!

2016: One year of Wastewater Committee work. Cost to the Village $0. 2017: Nine months of Preliminary Engineering. Cost to the Village $10k. 2018: Four months Design Engineering. Cost to date ~$60k.

The "survey" boasted monthly costs that FAR exceed the 2018 engineering data. The survey said "You can do the math." Well, in order to "do the math" correctly, you have to use current system cost numbers. You have to use current `EDUs` (instead of number of users) which accounts for extra usage from businesses, public institutions, and multi-family dwellings.

So here are CURRENT estimates prepared by our civil engineering firm and presented at the Apr 11 public session:

System cost: $5,350,000. (Even if we add 10% contingency, I still can`t get to $6.5m let alone $8m!) Number of users: 146 Number of EDUs: 240 Monthly user cost per EDU: $120.38 (with no grant funding) (includes $43.03 O&M and replacement fund, and $77.35 for capital/construction debt)

The 2017 EPA letter… again, outdated, inaccurate information from an organization that prefers we turn our Village over to the County "because they do sewers all the time." Well the County actually hires independent engineering firms, like Stantec (which they already employ on other projects), to do the engineering. The EPA claimed a cost of $1,000,000 for Design Engineering. So where did the EPA get that cost number? Not from the Village. Not from our engineers. The EPA then added this $1m to Stantec`s estimated system cost. Stantec`s system cost estimate already included the design engineering costs. But, this is how the EPA inaccurately arrived at a residential user cost that will "likely be greater than $200 per month." But it did what was intended…to scare you.

The real cost for Design Engineering under our contract with Stantec Consulting:

NOT TO EXCEED of $421,000, which is included in the $5,350,000

I think surveys and opinion letters are great. But I caution everyone to make sure the info you are getting from those who are just now getting involved in this project are giving you current data. One "WAG" County estimate from 3 years ago, and one letter from the EPA fraught with inaccurate biased data is hardly enough to formulate an informed decision for the Village`s future.

Dee Holody

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PENINSULA PLANNING COMMISSION

The Village of Peninsula Planning Commission is in the process of updating our community`s Long Range Plan (LRP) which will ultimately lead to review and proposed updates of our zoning ordinances. We have been working on this project as a community for two years, and we look to hopefully complete the process in early 2019. Planning has LRP working sessions on the FIRST MONDAY* of the month, 7pm in Peninsula Town Hall. These sessions are open to the public, please mark your calendar.

August 6, September 4* (Tuesday due to Labor Day holiday),
October 1, November 5, and December 3.

Also, Planning Commission meetings are the fourth Monday of the month, 7pm in Town Hall. In addition to the Long Range Plan, we are currently working on short-term rentals, parking, community outreach and other topics that affect our quality of life here in the Village now and well into the future.

Chris Weigand

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WANT ADS

HELP NEEDED: Mark and Emily Trapp seeking in-home childcare, variable hours. Inquires please text or call Emily at 216-337-0753.

FOR SALE: Hudson Bay Blanket, king-size, wool. Orig. $400, asking $125. Call 330-622-1289.

FOR SALE: Crown Hill, Twinsburg, OH. Twelve (12) side-by-side prime location plots. Selling $1,750 each or $1,500 each for three or more. Call 216/941-6743

MOVING SALE: 2135 Stine, 330-657-2360. 42" TV flat screen $125. Sofa w/recliner each end $125. Kitchen table/4 chairs $50. Worktable/desk $20. Rocking chair $25. Two kerosene heaters $20.

FOR SALE: Three fishing rods: one Shimano, one Daiwas,one rod no reel. $10 for all. Mickey Mouse insulator $20 firm. Colorfull glass paperweights $5.00 each. Reproduction movie poster "Casablanca" 2` 3" x 3` 2" $40. Very ornate round coffee (?) table. 21" high by 26" wide Circumference 80" (?) composition (?) $50.00 Art, Getz sketches, journal Form 2, classic car tour of northeast Ohio and early treks through the Adirondacks. $10.00 each. Art Getz, Down at Hale Farm, oil circa 1986 $40 O.B.O. Leather motorcycle vest size 42 $20.00. Purple insulator $8.00. Colorful glass paperweights $5.00 each. Unique quartz crystal cluster $15.00. Hundreds of miniatures, old animals, people, objects etc. too difficult to describe. Must see. Ten for $5.00 Occupied Japan etc Large roll heavy mill clear plastic sheeting 32" wide $30.00, Special edition album Rush-Rush Thru Time $15.00 OBO. Call Dave at 330-338-9211 or 234-281-1172.

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SERVICES

From the Editors: Have you used any of these services? We are asking for your feedback in rating them from one to five with five being excellent.

NEED HELP WITH ODD JOBS?: The Wessel kids are here to help with all your odd jobs and spring chores. Call 234-817-1813.

SONSHINE CLEANING SERVICE: Residential (including Apartments), Commercial, Offices, Floors, Walls, Windows, Bathrooms, etc. $10 off first cleaning and $10 off for every referral that uses us. Three hour minimum please. Please contact Claudia Norris at (440) 915-9957. Local references available.

HOMECARE: For all your homecare needs call Robin Shrader at 330-606-8503. Accessible Home Health Care. Medicare and most insurances accepted. Look us up at www.AccessibleAkron.com

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN- Peninsula resident. Great rates/Quick service. Call Steve at 330-310-1061. Ohio license #El22934.

COMPANION SERVICES: Are you a senior seeking senior companion services? Well, help is here. Call Kimberly for more details. 330-285-6962

LOCAL CERTIFIED MECHANIC, Peninsula (six years) Mechanical/ Electrical/ Lite Body Repair/ and Full Vehicle Detailing, Seven days a week, by appointment only. Very Professional with references if needed. All work comes with a one year warranty. Anthony Bruce 330-907-7287. Very text friendly.
YCN reader rating of 5 stars! Good work — Good Auto Mechanic!

STORAGE AND BARNS: Outdoor storage spaces and we also sell Alpine barns 8X8 and up. Virginia Motel, 5374 Akron-Cleveland Road, 330-342-0864.

NEED HELP WITH CHORES?: The Wessel kid team is here to help with all your odd job needs. Call Jordan Wessel at 330-592-9222.

PROJECT FEEDING KIDS: Find the best prices for every essential service, both residential and commercial while helping feed children in the community. We work with top brands, such as DirecTV, Dish, AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, gas, electric, and merchant services. Call Kelly at 330-203- 9713.

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YCN reader rating of 5, multiple community comments.

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PET SITTING IN YOUR HOME: For all your pet sitting needs, contact Precious Pets Sitting Service at 216-701-4181. Providing visits, midday walks, and overnight service since 1997. Rates start $15/day, insured/bonded, Veterinary Technician.

PHOTOGRAPHER: Your photographer neighbor www.KelleyWeitzelPhotography.com For all photography needs.

LICKITY-SPLIT: Firewood, tree cutting and wood splitting. Call Scott Ensign at 330-657-2462.

ALEXANDER WATER: 330-923-0014.

CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING: Award-winning custom picture framing since 1992, with framing consultations at your home or office, delivery and installation. Instruction with social media and marketing. Fine Art Services - Assisting artists, designers, corporate & residential clients in the selection, display and proper framing of art. 330-657-2228.
YCN reader rating of: 5 Star Rating! I have used Carolyn to frame, reframe, and repair all sorts of art for me and she does a professional job.
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SAWMILL SERVICE: From firewood to tree removal, all the way to decks, porches, & more. We do it all, give me a call! Wells Construction/S & S Sawmill, Seth, (330) 352-0210.
YCN reader rating of 5, reporter very pleased with services.

LEGAL SERVICES: Local resident, Heather R. Johnston, is available to provide legal services. Call 330-657-2029.

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