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BOSTON TOWNSHIP

BEST WISHES: Congratulations to former Peninsula Police Officer Kyle Perry. Kyle accepted a full-time position with the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department.

TURNPIKE SOUND MITIGATION: The Trustees along with Joe Paradise from the Summit County Engineer’s Office have applied for a grant for sound mitigation in the area west of the Cuyahoga River bridge. Our thanks to CVNP Superintendent Craig Kenkel for his letter of support.

ZONING: Zoning Inspector Doug Mayer and Zoning Commission member Lida Flowers Brandt attended a hearing with the Summit County Planning Commission regarding changes in the zoning language for accessory buildings.

BOSTON TOWNSHIP CUYAHOGA FALLS JEDD: Trustee Jerry Ritch reported that Hudson is not interested in providing water to the Route 8 corridor at this time. The JEDZ (involving Hudson, Stow, and Cuyahoga Falls) no longer exists due to a paperwork failure. The Township’s participation in the JEDZ was limited to Cuyahoga Falls utilizing Township land as their participating acreage. Being a township, we were not permitted membership in the JEDZ. The JEDD board held their annual meeting on March 13.

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 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, Doug Mayer at 330-657-2601.

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PENINSULA VILLAGE

The Peninsula Village Council met in regular session on March 9th. The family of Grover Miller attended the meeting to accept a proclamation honoring Mr. Miller with the Village’s Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding service to the Community. Council approved the equipment needed for the new police vehicles being acquired by the Village. The 2015 Operating Budget was approved by Council. The Village hired a new administrative assistant, Elizabeth Workman, a local resident. Best wishes are extended to Sergeant Renz of the Police Department who is recovering from his on duty accident.

Upcoming Meetings:
Planning Commission March 24 at 5:30pm
Board of Zoning Appeals April 9 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting of Council April 13 at 7:00pm

Contact Phone Numbers:
Non-emergency Police and Fire Department: 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 Valley Fire Station for postings.

John D. Steigel, Fiscal Officer

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GET WELL WISHES

Get well wishes and prayers to Patty Tesmer, Dan Renz, Dave Kala, Don Carroll, Bob Shaw, Mike Phillips, Bertha Jones, Ellen Jansen, Glenda Grezlik, Ed Pullekins, Carla Scheall, Claire Rodhe, Anne Minke, Joyce Jeric, Buddy Milhoan, Bonnie Sulzer, Gloria Ritch, and Dave Mayer.

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To our friends who work in the National Park at their Boston locations:

We worked with employers when the JEDD went into effect at the beginning of last year to be sure there would be an orderly transition. All has gone well with the other nine employers in the JEDD, but not with the National Park.

Our tax reports indicate that only nine of the fifty plus Park employees in the Boston Township/Peninsula JEDD have the tax withheld from their payroll checks, have paid 2014 taxes, and are having 2015 taxes withheld. Phone calls from Park employees to our township office indicate in spite of employees’ best efforts, the Park did not follow through on payroll withholding of the tax.

This tax must be paid; it is due by April 15. After that the Central Collection Agency will commence the process of collecting late taxes, together with penalty and interest.

If taxes are not currently withheld from your pay and you would like them to be withheld, you should contact your supervisor for a withholding authorization form to complete and turn in.

You also can contact the Customer Support Center at 1-888-367-1622 to tell them you want Boston/Peninsula JEDD tax withheld from your paycheck. I did contact the Customer Support Center to learn exactly what must be done. The answer is several selections down the menu, and it is this:

Send a fax to Attn: Payroll. Ask that the Boston Township/Peninsula JEDD tax be withheld from your paychecks. The tax is Code 985. State the last four digits of your Social Security number. Sign the request. Fax it to 303-969-5463. Receipt of the request will be acknowledged by an email to your email address, which is associated with the last four digits of your social.

For those who wish not to have tax withheld, note that 90% of the tax due must be paid by January 31 of each year. The only exception will be for tax year 2014, the first year of the tax. That means if the tax is not withheld from your pay checks, estimated tax payments must be made to the Central Collection Agency in 2015 and each year thereafter.

Joanne Noragon, Boston Township Fiscal Officer

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How to pay your 2014 Boston Township/Peninsula JEDD taxes if they were not withheld from your Park paycheck:

The 2014 City Tax Form, due April 15, can be found at www.ccatax.ci.cleveland.oh.us. I simply typed CCA into the Google box, and under Central Collection Agency selected Tax Forms. The 2014 City Tax Form is the first in the list.

If you print the form, the 2014 City Tax Form is the fourth piece of paper. Fill out the information in the upper left boxes, identifying yourself.

Move to the box to the right. Fill in your employer’s name in the first column. The second column is labeled “City.” In this case the Boston Twp/Peninsula JEDD is considered the “City.” Fill that in as the name of the city. Under that you can write 985, the JEDD identifying code. The third column is income, which is indicated on the W2 you received from the Park.

Move to Section A, Line 9. In Column 1 list Boston Twp/Peninsula JEDD as the work city name. In Column 2 list your taxable income from the Park’s W2 form. In Column 3 write the tax rate, 2%. Multiply your taxable income by .02 and write the amount in Column 4, Tax Due.

Column 5, Less tax withheld or paid other cities: nine park employees had JEDD tax withheld and may write the amount listed on their W2. All others who worked in the JEDD must write zero. Columns 6 and 7 are zero. Column 8 is the amount of tax due; Column 4 less Column 5 (if applicable).

Complete Line 10 with totals. Sign and date the bottom and send the return, along with payment of the amount due to the CCA at the address in the top right of the form.

If you would like a copy of the 2014 tax form, please contact this office by phone, 330-657-2059, or email bostontwp@windstream.net. I can give you a paper copy or send one to your email address.

Joanne Noragon, Boston Township Fiscal Officer

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RAMP UP PENINSULA 2015

Saturday, April 25, 2015

From 11:00am – 6:00pm Rain or Shine at Brandywine Country Club on the grounds of Brandy Wine Bar on Par 3

5555 Akron Peninsula Road. $3 General Admission; children 12 or under free. There will be a free shuttle to satellite parking.

Join us in our celebration of the ramp at the THIRD RAMP UP PENINSULA festival. Spend the day honoring the ramp, the wild leek, the ramson, Allium tricoccum also known as “little stinkers” by some folks in the Cuyahoga Valley. Their strong garlic and onion flavor is rich, earthy, lingering and not like anything else. Enjoy food & market vendors, artists and artisans, information booths, presentations and speakers, local music all day in two locations, a wine and beer bar, picnic tables and a pavilion, hiking and bridle trails, and more!

For details visit www.explorepeninsula.com Ramp Up Peninsula on Facebook. Questions rampuppeninsula@gmail.com or phone Diane 330-657-2670. Sponsored by Peninsula Area Chamber of Commerce with support from friends!

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VALLEY FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION INVITES YOU TO OUR ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST

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Holy Week and Easter at Mother of Sorrows Parish

Mother of Sorrows Parish cordially invites the readers of YCN to worship with us during this sacred time. You are also welcome to visit our parish church anytime for personal prayer and qiuet. The schedule for Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord (March 28th -29th) Mass is 5pm Saturday, 8:30am and 11am Sunday. Mass on Monday and Tuesday of Holy Week is 8:30am. On Holy Wednesday the Mass is scheduled for 7:15pm. Holy Thursday, the Lord’s Supper Mass is at 7:15pm followed by adoration of the Eucharist until 11pm. Good Friday the Lord’s Passion Liturgy is at 3pm and 7:15pm. The Stations of the Cross on Good Friday are at 1:30pm and will be outdoors, weather permitting. The Sacrament of Reconciliation, Saturday March 28 is at 12:15pm to 1:00pm and 3:45pm to 4:30pm, on Good Friday, April 3rd at 4:15pm to 5:30pm, 8:30pm to 9pm and Holy Saturday from 11:30am to 12:30pm. The Communal celebration of Reconciliation) is Monday of Holy Week, March 30 at 7:15pm. The Blessing of Food for Easter is Holy Saturday at 1pm. The Easter Vigil Mass on Holy Saturday, April 4th is 8:30pm. Mass on Easter Sunday is 8:30am and 11am.

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ECUMENICAL BLESSING OF PALMS AND STATIONS

On Palm Sunday, March 29th at 10:45am in the parking area of DMT Motors (corner of Rt. 303 and S. Locust St.) the congregations of Mother of Sorrows and Peninsula United Methodist invite the YCN readership to join them for a Service of the Word and Blessing of Palms as a beginning to Holy Week. Please consider returning on Good Friday, April 3rd at 2pm to walk and pray the Stations of the Cross on the parish grounds (weather permitting) otherwise inside Mother of Sorrows Church located at 6034 South Locust Street, Peninsula, Ohio.

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LEONARD STEIN-SAPIR 1938-2014

If you checked Plain Dealer Obituaries of Tuesday, September 9 and 12, 2014 Leonard's obituary is there and it describes his extensive business background. It is impressive.

We know Leonard as the man who lived across the street, and who became a flash of lightening with our Cuyahoga Valley Homeowners and Residents Association in the 1980's while he was chairman.

Leonard and his family made their home in the Gilson homestead which included their home, barn and about 75 acres. They undertook a complete restoration.

Leonard received a letter from the NPS notifying his family that their property was needed for the purpose of the national park for a horse trail and an appraiser would be contacting them to do an appraisal. We called it the Pegasus Horse Trail because it was planned to go down Stein-Sapir's drive and across the street into the valley. Across the street is a drop off not suitable for man nor beast. After the property sat for a decade or more and fell into complete disrepair the NPS came up with the Environmental Center after the NPS rejected the boy scout camp as a location for the Center.

Leonard responded by saying that they would agree to sell the property, provided they could retain ownership of a small portion of the property which included their home and barn.

Some weeks passed, and Leonard called Jack Blanton, who was heading up the NPS land acquisition (grab), to see what the park wanted to do. Leonard was told that the NPS would be responding soon.

A few days later, Leonard received a condemnation notice which included all of their property.

Leonard called Mr. Blanton to tell him that he had received an "answer" to his offer.

Following that Leonard and the Homeowner's Association filed a class action lawsuit against the NPS which claimed that they had not followed the congressional mandate that established what was then the Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area. This class action went all the way to the US Supreme Court. Leonard and Attorney Bart Craig, an expert on constitutional law, spent countless hours and money mounting their suit.

The court declined to hear the lawsuit, but in the interim, President Reagan took office, and named James Watt to head the Department of the Interior, and funding for more federal land ownership was significantly reduced thereby allowing 8% of us to keep our homes.

Leonard taught us all that the duty of all Americans is to take action when they feel they are being wronged. We owe Leonard and his family a lot for their courage.

Marty Griffith

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PENINSULA HOME AND GARDEN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP 2015

The Peninsula Home and Garden club wishes to announce a scholarship of $500.00 to be awarded to any student who is a resident of Peninsula or Boston Township and intends to pursue a post-secondary educational or training program or any other continuing pursuit that will be of benefit to the candidate. Applications will be available from the Woodridge High School Guidance Office and at the Peninsula Library. Please check the application for deadlines.

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QUARRY CLEAN UP DAY

Join us Sunday April 19th and Sunday May 17th for Quarry Clean Up Day. All hands on deck from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.! Come early or stay late, we appreciate any help we can get. Bring any gardening and lawn tools you think would help. Let's do this together. There will be lots of different types of jobs - pulling weeds, painting, scrubbing - you name it. Breathe in some beautiful spring air and know that you are helping bring in our 60th swim season! Can't be there but want to help? Donations are always accepted at PO Box 72, Peninsula, OH 44264.

Interested in membership, day pass or employment information find us on Facebook "The Peninsula Quarry" and like us. You can also email us at thequarry@mail.com. We will open Thursday - Sunday beginning June 6, 2015.

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PENINSULA FOUNDATION

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our March 14th “Boys from Boston” fundraiser at the G.A.R. Hall. It was wonderful to have so many folks from the community gather to help us raise funds for repairs to the hall!

Join us on Thursday, April 9th as we commemorate the 150th anniversary of General Robert E. Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. The ceremony will begin at 3:00pm at the Bronson Church. At 3:15pm, bells will reverberate across the country to commemorate the end of the war. Churches, temples, schools, city halls, public buildings, historic sites, and others will ring bells precisely at 3:15 pm for four minutes (each minute symbolic of a year of war). Jerry Payn as Abraham Lincoln will be in attendance and will offer a few appropriate remarks as we read the names of Peninsula and Boston Township’s Civil War soldiers.

The Canal Fulton Players will present Our American Cousin, which is the play that Abraham Lincoln was attending when he was assassinated. The play will be presented at the G.A.R. Hall as a dinner theatre production on Thursday, April 9th and Friday, April 10th. Dinner will be at 6:00pm and will be catered by The Pierogi Lady. Doors will open for the play at 7:00 and it will begin at 7:30. The cost of the dinner and the performance together will be $25.00. Tickets for the play only are $10.00. Advanced reservations are encouraged as seating is limited and can be made by calling 330-657-2528 or visiting peninsulahistory.org

The next presentation for our Civil War Lecture Series will be Thursday, April 23rd at 7:00pm at the G.A.R. Hall. Paull Huff will talk about Peninsula and Summit County’s lost soldiers in The Sultana Disaster. Admission is free!

Upcoming Small Hall Concerts at the G.A.R. Hall include:
3/27: The Numbers Band, 7:00pm. $7 cover
4/4: A Blues Gathering, 8:00pm. $12 pre-sale/$15 day of show
4/11: Kim Richey, 8:00pm. $20 pre-sale/$25 day of show
4/17: The Lowest Pair, 7:00pm. $12 pre-sale/$15 day of show
4/18: Brent Kirby and His Luck, 8:00pm. $10 cover
4/25: Griffin House, 8:00pm. $20 premium pre-sale (must be purchased in groups of 4). General admission $15 pre-sale/$20 day of show

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PENINSULA LIBRARY

Classic Movie Night, April 2 at 6:30PM Citizen Kane
Orson Welles’ masterpiece has long been regarded by many as the best film…ever! John Foster Kane (Orson Welles) rises from obscurity to be one of the most important men in the world, a maker or breaker of fortunes. A thinly veiled portrayal of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, Welles portrays Kane with unparalleled bravado but also taps into the character’s weaknesses. Kane is an owner of newspapers, a candidate for high political office, in a marriage to the niece of the United States President, and a collector of most of the world’s rare treasures. Through all of the ups and downs, Kane loses sight of what really matters. Upon his death bed, he utters the clue to his life-long quest, “rosebud.”

The Old Fossil Talks about His Old Fossils.
Monday, April 6 at 7:00PM
Tom Lengel, aka “The Old Fossil” will be here to talk about his favorite hobby, Collecting Fossils. Tom and his wife Carol spent a lot of their time hunting for fossils in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Kentucky. He believes that some that they have found are millions of years old. Please join us for a fun, fact filled fossil frolic! This program is free, however, we do ask for reservations.

Getting Ready for Medicare April 7, 2015 6:00-7:30PM
This program will be presented by Laura Mutsko, a Certified Senior Adviser and Medicare Supplement Accredited Adviser. She will highlight when and where to apply, 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 5 people for this class.

Woodridge Local Schools Art Show April 11-28, 2015
Woodridge Local Schools will be displaying student artwork at the Peninsula Library April 11-28th. The art show will include work from grades K-12. Come to the Peninsula library to see what wonderful things are happening in the art rooms of Woodridge!

Peninsula Library Events, please call 330-657-2291 or email info@peninsulalibrary.org to sign up for these FREE programs.

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WANT ADS AND SERVICES

It is time to update our services section of YCN. if you wish to have yours continue in future publications please email AmyZ1028@aol.com with your information. Want ads run for one month unless otherwise requested.

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN: Peninsula resident is available for all of your electrical needs. Call Steve at 330-310-1061 Ohio License #EL22834.

FOR RENT: Half acre secure storage area in downtown Peninsula. Call 330-697-5079.

WEBSITES|WRITING|ONLINE Marketing-Local Resident: Business owners: Please check out my website for testimonials and services offered. I love working with local businesses to help build an online presence, brand and traffic! 440-283-5275 http://denisegabbard.com.

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

SKYE PAINTING LLC: www.SkyePainting.com 330-322-8615 (Josh Blatt/Owner). Visit our website for before and after photos. For all your painting needs and more!

SMALL CONCRETE JOBS: free estimates call your neighbor Jesse 330-319-0469.

ODD JOB EXPERTS READY TO WORK!: Jordan and Jonah Wessel, experienced yard and odd job workers, are ready to assist. Trained by Dad and Mom, this reliable 19 and 17 year-old team can help mowing, weeding, raking, cleaning, pet-sitting, and much more. Call 330-657-2797.

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.

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.

ANTIQUE DOLL REPAIR: Local lady has been repairing antique dolls since 1992.Free written estimate. Bill never exceeds estimate. By Appointment: (330) 907-5488 TheOhioDollCenter@gmail.com

NEED HELP WITH YARD WORK? Jonah and Jordan Wessel, experienced brother and sister team, trained by Mom, can help with garden chores. 330-657-2797

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

ALEXANDER WATER: 330-923-0014.

CARPET/UPHOLSTERY CLEANING: Organic carpet, area rug and upholstery cleaning. Unique system. "Don't steam your carpets, clean your carpets." 20% off all services. Visit our website at www.clevelandcleanpro.com or call 330-657-2113.

KAMPER CITY RV CENTER in Boston Township is an authorized Boy Scout supplier. We offer a huge assortment of outdoor fire rings, and carry over a dozen golf carts for sale, not to mention we have a huge selection of New and Pre-Owned travel trailers, fifth wheels, pop ups, and toy haulers that will fit everyone’s own personal budgets. We are located at 5549 Akron Cleveland Road Peninsula Ohio our phone number is 330-650-1491 and visit our website at www.kampercity.com. We are also a propane refill center and have thousands of parts for camping and RV repair. We can fix any RV system and do odd jobs like bearings and hitch installation.

HANDYMAN: NEED A HAND? CALL THE HANDYMAN! Bath resident, Joshua Kastelic. 15+ years experience. Honest, Quality, On-Time. 330-840-4351 thehandyman_can@rocketmail.com

MOBILE WELDING: Ornamental iron, tractor and machine repair, cast iron/aluminum and stainless steel. Don’t throw that old stuff away, we can repair almost anything. Senior discount. Call Rik-Tig at 440-552-5088.

AMAZING 13-YEAR-OLD READY TO WORK FOR YOU! Possible tasks could include babysitting or elder care/companion, dog walker/sitter, face painting for birthday parties, small household chores and, small cake pop orders personalized for any occasion. Red Cross babysitter certified. Please call Reilly or Holly at 330-459-2366

THE PIEROGI LADY AKA AUTUMN JOHNSTON: Find ME on Facebook or email me at thepierogilady@gmail.com for a list of over 35 types of pierogis! Introducing bite size pierogis! Don't forget we cater! 330-690-2129

GREEN CLEANING, DOG WALKING, AND MUCH MORE: Local company seeking new clients. We offer Personal Service, Green Cleaning, Pet Services, and a lot more. Call Neal @330.606.9498 or to learn more visit www.contemporarylivingservices.com

LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER: kelleyweitzelphotography … www.kelleyweitzelphotography.com and kelleyweitzel@aol.com For all photography needs: newborns, graduates, weddings etc. Resident discount.

KEVIN STONE PHOTOGRAPHY: Offering quality services for families, couples, seniors and other events. Call 330687-4262 WWW.KWSTPHOTO.CO.NT

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

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

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.

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

LEGAL SERVICES: Local resident, Heather R. Johnston, 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

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.

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WHICH BOYS CAME FROM BOSTON TOWNSHIP

The community celebration at the G.A.R. Hall on Saturday March 14 raised a question—in addition to a generous amount of money for the repair and maintenance of the Hall: Must a veteran be listed among the 148 names inscribed on our Civil War monument to qualify as ‘being from Boston Township?’

In fact, over 220 Union veterans were connected to our locale, either because they came from here, were counted towards meeting our enlistment quota, or moved here after the war. What is amazing is that one out of every five men who we have any reason to claim as ours belonged to a single regiment, the Second Ohio Volunteer Cavalry. One of those 41, James Edgerly, was a musician in the 2d Cavalry, an exceptional assignment under the likes of George Custer and Phil Sheridan. These were generals who believed that music was a weapon, and Sheridan ordered his musicians to play during the Battle of Five Forks. One witnessed recalled hearing Steven Foster’s minstrel song, Nelly Bly, given an energetic performance as the bullets flew among the band members.

Having celebrated Orlando Risdon’s promotion to general this month, we will next examine the role of the 2d Cavalry in battles that helped end the war. Private William Riley Richardson so conducted himself on April 6, 1865 that General Sheridan personally directed he be recommended for the Congressional Medal of Honor. Richardson was presented the award on April 7.

Join us on Saturday, April 18 from 2:00 to 4:30 PM at Boston Township Hall. With help from Cuyahoga Valley Civil War Roundtable’s Paul Huff and author John Gurnish, we will consider the 2d Cavalry, the sinking of the S.S. Sultana, and the Grand Army of the Republic… from the perspective of Boston Township.

Ed Andros