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BOSTON TOWNSHIP

ZONING: There is an opening on the Township’s zoning commission as well as an opening for an alternate position. If you are interested please send your resume and letter of qualifications to the Trustees at P.O. Box 123 Peninsula, OH 44264.

RUBBISH COLLECTION: The Trustees negotiated monthly rate of $16.00 next two years with J&J Refuse.

SENIOR SNOWPLOWING: For those of you that were in our senior snowplowing program last year you will automatically receive your application this year. If you need an application please contact Amy Anderson.

PILT: In an effort to obtain more of the federal money funneled into Summit County to offset taxes on Park land the Trustees will be meeting with Councilman Nick Kostandaras and other county officials November 27th. These funds are the old PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) program. The other counties in Ohio that receive these funds distribute 90-100% back to the communities subjected to the loss in taxes. The Township is not the only entity receiving PILT funds. We are hoping these negotiations will bring in funding for Valley Fire, the Cemetery, and Peninsula Village. The Trustees will also be discussing sound walls along the Turnpike.

CONGRATULATIONS: Our township attorney, Ed Pullekins was named 7th in the recent Beacon’s Best Annual Contest. Suncrest Garden Center was number one in the garden center category and 6th in the gift shop/boutique category. Congratulations to all!

BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE: If you are interested in participating in the planning of the Township’s Bicentennial please contact Randy Bergdorf.

WEBSITE: Visit our website at www.bostontownship.org. Joanne continues to add more history and pictures to this site. The site has a community calendar and up to date race information.

Contact numbers for the trustees: Amy Anderson: 330-657-2439, Randy Bergdorf: 330-655-5698, and Jerry Ritch: 330-657-2015. Fiscal Officer Joanne Noragon: 330-657-2059, Road Department Tim Tesmer and Doug Mayer: 330-657-2600, and Zoning inspector, Larry Sulzer: 330-657-2135.

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PENINSULA VILLAGE

As always, if you’d like to be on the Agenda or Minutes Email List, email me at peninsulavil@windstream.net. I will also be using the list to send out info that may be of interest to residents, such as NOPEC notices regarding electric and gas billings. If you would prefer not to get these notices, let me know.

The Hearing for the Chief of Police has been continued until October 26, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

Halloween Trick or Treating will be from 6:00 to 7:30 pm on Saturday, October 31, with the party at the Middle School on Bronson to follow.

I’d like to say a huge thank you to Jim Lawrence for serving as the Village Zoning Inspector for the past 5 years. He is resigning as of October 19.

If you are interested in serving as the Village Zoning Inspector, please contact Mayor Fisher.

Regular Meetings:
Special Meeting for the Hearing – October 26, 2009 – 7:00PM Council Meeting – November 9, 2009 – 7:00PM Board of Zoning Appeals: November 12, 2009 at 7:00PM Check the Library, Post Office, Village Hall, Terry Lumber or Quarry for other meetings and postings.

Village Hall hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm daily except holidays and weekends.
330-657-2151 – Mayor and administration
330-657-2714 – Clerk Treasurer and Zoning Inspector
330-657-2089 – Service Department
330-657-2995 – Police Department
330-657-2911 – Non-Emergency Police and Fire Dispatch

Pamela S. Burda, Clerk Treasurer

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PENINSULA VILLAGE SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

Peninsula Village Council will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall to discuss the following item:

1. Hearing for Chief of Police, Kevin J. McCue.

2. Executive Session for Personnel Matter

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PENINSULA LIBRARY PROGRAMS

Candidates Night: Thursday, October 29, at 8:00 PM
Come meet some of the local and county officials running on this year’s November ballot.

How Staying Healthy, Can Make You Wealthy: Wednesday, November 4, at 7:00PM
Everyone is talking about the current healthcare crisis in America these days, and no one seems to have the answer. This lecture discusses a very basic and core issue that no one seems to be addressing. The main focus should not be WHY is healthcare so expensive? The question needs to be WHY are there so many sick people these days? Dr. Robert Ault will be discussing these points in this informative and interesting lecture.

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HALLOWEEN

Saturday, October 31, 2009 trick or treat in Peninsula

6:00 PM till 7:30 PM - Trick or Treat
7:30 – 8:30 PM – Halloween Costume Party Woodridge Intermediate School
Pizza, Cider, Costume Parade, Games, Prizes

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HIKING, HUNTING, FISHING. . .

Nothing is more beautiful than the rich colors of the Valley’s changing leaves in the fall. Unlike the leaves, Peninsula’s elected officials after this fall election will remain the same. But residents can continue to make their voices heard on major issues facing this village.

This November 3, voters will be asked, Should the Village of Peninsula form a Committee to develop a Village Charter? I voted to place this on the ballot so that the residents could decide, but on Election Day I plan to vote NO. At my request, Village Solicitor Cole estimated this Committee will cost $8,500 in legal fees (I expect it will exceed $10,000). There might be merit to investigating the benefits of a Charter someday, but not now. Village employees have not had a raise in four years while their benefits have been cut. The repair of the sandstone sidewalks on Main Street could not be finished because “we

don’t have any money”? Projections from the State are that we will have less $$ to work with as a result of trickle down effects from this past years recession. Maybe after the recession has run its course, or after we merge our Road Dept with Boston Township, saving both communities money. Or maybe after we have re-established a solid cash reserve (Ms. Burda’s forever wish). There are other priorities that the Village needs to attend to before embarking on the Charter.

In November 2010, residents will also be able to vote on a proposed zoning change that would double the amount of development that could occur on more than 50% of the land in the Village. Thank you to Brenda Nichols, Deborah Shankland and others for leading the effort to bring this issue to voters. And to the 70 residents who signed the petition ensuring that all residents can have a voice on this issue.

No matter how you are enjoying this beautiful fall weather, hiking on the towpath or hunting or fishing, take time to vote.

Dee Holody

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REFERENDUM PETITION UPDATE

On August 10, 2009 Council voted 5(yes) to 1(no) to change the minimum acreage required in R1 to 2 acres with exception of the Brandywine Golf course and Girl Scout Camp (Ordinance #129-2009). Council also voted 5 (yes) and 1 (no) to change the minimum frontage in R1 to 150 feet (Ordinance #130-2009). Shortly thereafter a Referendum Committee was formed for the purpose of organizing a Referendum Petition. The purpose of the petition is to give each voter of Peninsula an opportunity to have their voices heard at the ballot box. On August 17, 2009 a certified copy of each ordinance was filed with the Peninsula Village Clerk. The petitions were circulated to obtain a minimum of 29 signatures from the Peninsula electorate. The number of signatures required for petitions is based on the last Governors race and determined by the Board of Elections. On August 31, 2009 the petitions were filed with the Village Clerk for Ordinance #129-2009 and Ordinance #130-2009. We obtained over twice as many signatures as necessary for filing the petitions. Seventy (70) signatures were obtained for the petition regarding Ordinance #129-2009 and 69 signatures were obtained for the petition regarding Ordinance #130-2009. The Village Clerk forwarded the petitions to the Board of Elections for verification of signatures. The petitions were verified as complete and are currently with the administration of the Village of Peninsula. The next step is for language to be prepared by the Village Solicitor and a resolution to be passed by Council to authorize the Board of Elections to place the issues on the November 2010 ballot.

What does this mean for the citizens of Peninsula? The people will have a voice on this issue at the Ballot box November 2010; and the minimum acreage in R1 remains at 4 acres and the minimum frontage remains at 200 feet until the outcome is determined by the people, for the people. Why wait until 2010? There was not adequate time to move through the process as determined by the Ohio Revised Code and as prescribed by the Secretary of State.

Keeping you informed.

Referendum Committee

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Dear Friends

Dear friends:
Since my return from surgery in July, it has not yet been possible for me to be up and about our village. Knowing that I have been in your thoughts and prayers is helping me deal with a long recuperation. I feel very blessed to live in Peninsula.

Jurate Balas

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CONDOLENCES

Bud Peterson passed away October 4th. Bud and his wife Molly previously lived in Boston Township. Prior to retirement Bud was general manager of Boston mills Ski Resort and then President of Boston Mills and Brandywine. Known to all as a very kind man, Bud would hire all of the local young people each ski season. It never mattered what they did the previous season, he always welcomed them back the next year. Bud also co-founded the Boston Mills Art Show.

In addition to his wife Molly, Bud is survived by children Kathy Gregory, Bill Peterson, Natalie Mitchell, Matthew Peterson, and Jennifer Igoe, ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son, Jonathan.

Brett Yesberger passed away suddenly on October 3rd. Brett was the owner of Brandywine County Club. He is survived by his mother Lee, son Ryan, and special friend Pam Sparks.

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MEMORIES OF A SMALL TOWN COP

Roger Riggins was quiet and rather shy. At a time in my life when I needed someone; he was there. Oh, yes, there was the small town gossip that accompanied our relationship, but he ignored that and he and I had an unconditional relationship that spanned over thirty years! I was out of town when he died and just recently found out that I had lost a cherished friend! I’ll miss him. As a police officer in our town he kept secrets as to who was having an affair, where he got a call to domestic violence, whose kid got a DUI (He didn’t gossip). Roger was a loyal friend and never judged others! When his career took him to the Summit County Coroner’s office as an investigator he spoke for the victims of violence. His compassion for his victims families was wonderful! We should be proud that he served us all. It was his life.

Theresa Reinbolt

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GET WELL WISHES

Anne Benedict has been hospitalized with pneumonia. Please keep Anne and the following in your prayers: Bob Lee, Tom Rodhe, Sr., Edie Minns, Larry Shrader, Polly Puchalsky, Judy Getz, Jim and Millie Lockert, Gloria Ritch, Nancy Sue James Zvara, and Dave Mayer.

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THANK YOU

We would like to thank the community for your prayers, words of comfort, fond memories and support showed to our family at this sad time. We appreciate all those who sent flowers or cards, provided personal services or made donations. Although he had not lived here for some time, Peninsula was always home to Roger. He deeply cared about this community and its history.

The Family of Roger Riggins

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PENINSULA THANKSGIVING SERVICE

On Sunday, November 22, 2009, at 4:00 p.m. this year's annual Community Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service will be held at Mother of Sorrows Church, 3064 South Locust Street, Peninsula. All members of the community are encouraged to gather as did our ancestors for a common time of praise and thanks in anticipation of our national Day of Thanksgiving. Pastor Jan Munsey of the Peninsula United Methodist Church will deliver the message and the choirs and musicians of the P.U.M. and M.O.S. churches will will also participate. A time of fellowship will follow in the M.O.S. church hall. Bring the children and pass on to them this custom of our community and country. Also as you are able do bring non-perishable foods, paper products, soap and/or money for the support of those in need. So mark your calendar for this special community event on the Sunday before Thanksgiving!

Father John D. Terzano

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PENINSULA MIX

All the talk of socialized medicine brings to mind the Benny Hill clips on socialized medicine in England, which aired in the eighties, and especially memorable were the wheel chair outings to the tune of zippy circus music. Attendants with patients in wheel chairs would approach a steep hill and lose control of the wheel chairs.

But that's tragic, you say, and yes it was, and also funny in the zany Benny Hill manner. Years later, when my husband was in a wheel chair and we approached a decline, he would say to me, "now don’t pull a Benny hill on me.". . . . .

Sarah Leffler and Brittany Beutel who bought the Ruoff house on Center Street, which was originally known as the Cody house, have spent the summer gutting and restoring it while saving all of its significant old features. Originally a storage facility for the boat building industry

Below on the riverbanks, old newspapers dated 1925 and found under the floorboards, point to that date as the time of its conversion to a residence.

Although the old flooring had to be replaced, most of the original features of the house were preserved.

After Thanksgiving, we will be moving into the phase of" Christmas in Peninsula." Once again, the chamber of commerce will sponsor the miniature Christmas tree contest in conjunction with Peninsula Library. Raffle tickets will be sold and proceeds will benefit the library. For further details check wwwexplorepeninsula.com

Regarding the Players’ Barn, while Mayor Fisher investigates the possibility of a land swap with the Park, a citizens’ group is re-forming to investigate additional options. Come to the Peninsula Library on November 10, 2009 at 7pm with your ideas.

Lily Fleder

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LIVE CHRISTMAS NATIVITY AT CORNERSTONE FAMILY CHURCH

It’s not too early to plan for our third annual ‘Live Nativity’. Join us as we see and hear about the Christmas story and explore the myths and realities surrounding the first Christmas. There will be animals, a large stable, shepherds, magi, Christmas music, refreshments and much more. Plan now and bring the whole family as we celebrate the birth of Christ. Saturday, December 19th from 5:30 – 9:00 pm at Cornerstone Family Church, 1460 Hines Hill Rd, Boston Township, Ohio. (330.657.2111).

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VOTING AND TAXES

Living in Boston Township has its good points and bad points, as every community has. This past summer I have become aware that, through some discussions with friends, there is something I hadn’t thought about, namely, the relationship of voting and taxation in our township. I am coming from the perspective of a property owner and one who is obligated to pay taxes for the support of the community where I live.

In most communities all of the land is personal property, business property, government property for courts, police & fire, etc. and property for non-profits. In our township the community gets the majority of its funding from both the personal property taxes and business property taxes. The property owners in the community can raise or lower their personal property taxes by voting for or against tax proposals that are on the ballot. Our community taxes fall into the following categories; Summit County (20%), Boston Township (12%), Woodridge Schools (55%), Akron Summit County Library (3%), Valley Fire District (9%) and Union Cemetery Association of Boston Township (1.5%). The percentages are the how much property owners pay based on the value of the property. Unfortunately, there are voters in the Boston Township community who can vote to raise these taxes, but are not obligated in any way to pay them! After that statement, I believe that I now have the property owner’s attention.

Let me explain; the majority of Boston Township is owned by the federal government and is exempt from paying any taxes. They have park-owned housing for those who work for the park (I don’t know if they are renting them or not-it doesn’t really matter either way) and the park has been leasing back farms that families now live on. These people live in the Township voting district and if they register to vote, they vote on the issues that pertain to our district. The issue I have is they get to vote on tax increases, yet they never have to pay for any of the increases that they impose on others; me and the other property taxpayers get to pay for it. Please don’t take this to mean that I want to take voting rights away from the people that live on federal government property, they have the right to vote as long as they are a citizen. But they should not vote on tax issues that impose the obligation to pay the taxes on others while they are under no obligation to pay them. I would like to clarify one other thing; I am not talking about people who rent or lease property from personal or business owners, because if the renters decide to raise taxes, they will pay it in the form of higher rent from the owner. In November we will have another opportunity to vote. Please consider how your vote will impact others and whether or not you will be impacted. Of course if you really feel compelled to contribute to the support of our community, don’t vote to raise the taxes, just send your gift (of any amount) to the Trustees.

I hope to get some feedback either way about this issue. You can email me at ray.hach@juno.com.

Ray Hach Boston Township

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AKRON ROADRUNNER MARATHON

Our community was well represented in the 7th Annual Akron Roadrunner Marathon held September 26th. Brad Hansen, Jill Montaquila, and Kimberly Grezlik Bucey ran the full marathon. Michael Duff participated in the relay team D.E.M. Guys, Angie Anderson ran for Bull Market Runners, Cheryl Engle was on Femme Fatals, and Jim Hendryx was on Allstate’s Bad Case of the Runs. Participating in the Kids Fun Run were Anthony and Ben Lahoski. As usual, Executive Race Director, Jim Barnett congratulated each runner as they crossed the finish line.


At the finish line, Race Director Jim Barnett. Kimberly Grezlik Bucey receives a hug from Kelley Grezlik Truesdell

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WANT ADS

LOST: Green cloth tote bag lost on 9/19 in village business area. If you have information please call Peg at 440-666-0687.

FOR SALE: 2004 Saturn VUE / 68,500 miles / front wheel drive / 5 speed manual transmission / sunroof $7200. Call Brenda at 330-467-6717.

FOR SALE: 1995 Giant Cadex Carbon Fiber Mountain Bike. Medium Frame, 21 speed with rapid fire shifters. Contact Margo Snider at 330-657-2857.

FOR SALE: Mobile home in Hudson Estates. Hudson Schools. Three bedrooms with 1½ bathrooms, 2002. Reduced to $15,500.Call Celeste at Remax 330-867-6587.

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

SNOWPLOWING: Reserve your spot on the route now. Seasonal or per push contract. Senior discount. Call for free estimate. Township resident, Paul Baker 330-573-7575.

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SERVICES

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN: Peninsula Resident offers high quality electrical work with a discount to Peninsula residents. Call Steve at 330-310-1061 www.missionelectricohio.com

PLYMOUTH MEMORIAL: Cemetery markers and monuments. Located at 5095 Akron-Cleveland Road. Call 330-650-1545.

HOLIDAY HELP: Love having a Christmas Tree and decorations but not sure where you will find the time to do it? I can help! Contact me to discuss all of your options, I look forward to hearing from you soon. Emily Holody 330-256-6641

WEDDING AND PARTY HELP: Are you planning a party or wedding? If so I can help! I can take care of as much or as little as you would like. Fees are based upon what is needed. References and pictures available. Emily Holody 330-256-6641

Q-BALL WELDING & SONS: We will take care of all your fabrictions and welding needs. Jeff Plymire 330-618-4255.

VIDEOS: Local resident offers video services from editing your photographic collections to broadcast quality productions. Call Laura DeYoung at 330-805-4868.

FREE: horse manure for your garden. Will load truck. Richfield. Balogh’s Horse Boarding 330-659-4748

STONE AND BRICK PATIOS AND WALKWAYS: Local and reliable. Please call for more information and quotes. Jason Mays 330-714-5387.

ALL PRO LANDSCAPING: Is your yard in need of some TLC? Then call Boston Township resident John Tucker for all your landscaping, lawn maintenance, and snow removal needs. I can work personally with you to design your dream patio or landscape. For a free estimate call local resident at (330) 351-5260.

EXCAVATION WORK: 25 years exp. Utility installation, repair and upgrades. Landscaping, hardscapes and concrete. Foundation installation and repairs, etc. Booth Excavating 330-573-8875/330-657-2244.

YARD REFUSE CONTAINERS: 20, 30, and 40 yard refuse containers for construction and basement clean-ups. Valley Trucking and Recycling. Call Skip at 330-697-5079.

APPLIANCE REMOVAL: I will pick up refrigerators, washers, dryers, and hot water tanks for recycling. Call Valley Trucking and Recycling at 330-697-5079.

BIG FRANK’S STUMP GRINDING SERVICE: Prompt service, free onsite estimates, seven days a week. Portable unit fits through a 36” opening. Call Frank Grezlik at 330-281-1280.

TREE/WOOD REMOVAL: If you have a tree to take down or wood to get rid of (no rotten wood) please give me a call. I need firewood. Call Matt at 330-657-2138.

VALLEY ROOF REPAIR & HOME MAINTENANCE: Bonded and insured. No job too small. Call Rick at 330322- 7996.

CHAIR REPAIR: including cane, rush and splint seat weaving. 35 years experience. Call David Shankland at 330-467-6772.

ROSARIES: Beautiful handmade one-of-a-kind rosaries. Handcast centers and crucifixes. Colors are the shopper’s choice. Great gifts for Christmas, Baptisms, birthdays, First Communion and Confirmations. Some rosaries are on display at the Peninsula Art Academy. Call Mary Anne at MAD Creations, 657-2085.

JEWELRY AND PENINSULA T-SHIRTS: Contact Sara Padrutt at sbpdesign@hotmail.com or visit dogwooddesign.etsy.com.

ODD JOBS: Local references, call Justin Krause at 330-657-2284.

BEAUTY: I bring The Body Shop to you! All natural products. Great as gifts for family, friends, or yourself. Great specials! Call Renee Baker at 330-701-0981 for an appointment or a catalog.

THE NEEDLEWORKER: Creating tomorrow’s heirlooms with needle and thread. Reproduction and original samplers stitched from your pattern or mine. Over twenty years stitching experience. Private lessons also available, Call Susan Black at 330-922-0988.

TREE TRIMMING: No job too small. Call Tom Godlewski 330-650-9678.

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

CUSTOM RESTORATION: Custom wood trim, plaster and drywall repair, sash, door and hardware, century home restoration. Call Dan Torowski at 330-659-0055

VILLAGE HANDY: Remodeling, carpentry, tile, general plumbing & electrical. Call Buddy Milhoan at 657-2699.

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

OUTDOOR STORAGE AND PARKING: Affordable, secure, and convenient for boats, recreational vehicles and automobiles now available at the Virginia Motel. Call today 330-342-0864.

WESTERN RESERVE RENOVATIONS: Home repairs, improvements and renovations. Peninsula local, insured and bonded. Call for free quote. Jason Klein 330-221-3461.

SILHOUETTES: Children’s silhouettes from your photos or mine $15.00. Black paper cut on white background that fits an 8x10 frame. Samples available. Call Lois Unger at 657-2385.

HOME CARE SERVICES: Providing trusted, reliable, affordable, courteous home care service for elderly. Bonded and insured. Richard Pivovar at 330-668-1051.

PLASTERING AND DRYWALL: Artistic Finish & Design Co. Plaster and drywall repair specialist with over thirty years experience. Free estimates, reasonable prices, bonded and insured. No job too small. Call Maxx at 330-626-1669.

FREE HORSE MANURE: Richfield - will load your truck. Balogh's Horse Boarding 330-659-4748.

FREE MOWING WITH LEAF CLEAN UP: Local references. Call Jeff at (330) 780-0745.