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VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT DEDICATIONS

At the October 19, 2020 board meeting the new fire engine was dedicated to the first board members of Valley Fire District. Formed on May 1, 1976, with George Fisher, Jr. representing Boston Township, Norm Rodatt, representing Peninsula, and Tom Morehouse, the at large member agreeing to serve as the first governing board.

Along with current board members, former member, Dan Schneider, Jr., and Evelyn Kaczmarski, the first clerk for the district, were in attendance. Also, former fiscal officer, Pam Schneider, and current fiscal officer, Catherine Anson, were in attendance.


Dave and Tom Morehouse representing their father, Tom; George Fisher, Jr. founding board member; and Adam Rodatt representing his father Norm.

Township trustees Randy Bergdorf and Amy Anderson presented Ed Pullekins, former attorney for the township, with gifts of thanks for his representing the township for over 38 years. Ed also represented the fire district during this period. As Randy stated at the presentation, you have two families, the one you are born into and the one you choose. Ed and his wife, Mary, quickly became family to our community. A more formal reception for Ed has been placed on hold due to the COVID virus. Former trustees, Jerry Ritch and Dan Schneider, Jr., former clerk, Gene Kaczmarski, and former fiscal officer, Catherine Anson, were in attendance.


Mary and Ed Pulleki

The offices for the fire department are in what is affectionately known as "The Benedict House." A plaque recognizing the dedication of Anne and Reverend Eugene Benedict to the community was placed on the side of the house.

Mrs. Benedict was a teacher at several of the Boston Schools. Reverend Benedict served at the Peninsula United Methodist Church and taught at the University of Akron.


Representing the Benedict family: Walter Beavin and Mark Benedict.

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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 Tuesday of the month.

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: Dave Krusinski at 330-657-2600; and Zoning Inspector: John Schneider at 330-657-2601 or 234-900-9145.

***PLEASE NOTE***
Boston Township Voting: In consultation with the Summit County Board of Elections and to better address requirements to meet Covid—19 guidelines, voting for Boston Township residents will move from the community room upstairs where it has been held in the past to the Boston Township Trustees` meeting room on the lower level. This room can be arranged better for social distancing and provides one way in and one way out.

Road Department: Leaf vacuuming began on October 15 and, weather permitting, will continue through December 15. Please do not place your leaves on the road, but pile them near the roadside allowing room for our machinery to operate safely. Please pile leaves away from signs, mail box posts and ditches.

Part—time Help: The township will likely be looking for part—time help with the Road Department in the near future. In order to be prepared, we are asking anyone with an interest to contact Road Superintendent Dave Krusinski at (330) 657—2600. We are not seeking resumes at this time, but Dave will be able to answer questions about what the position will entail.

Police Levy: The township`s current police levy will be expiring at the end of 2020. The trustees voted to place the police levy on the November 3, 2020 ballot as a renewal levy. A renewal levy brings in the same amount of money for the township that the expiring levy generates and will not raise property taxes. The 7—mill, 5—year levy will generate $150,508 per year. For the owner of a home appraised at $100,000, the cost of the levy will be $211.92 per year. The Boston Township Police Levy will be listed as Issue #31 on the November 3 ballot.

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PENINSULA COUNCIL

Village Council met in an Electronic Meeting Format for the Regular Council Session Via Zoom Meeting October 12, 2020.

The September 14, 2020 Regular Council Meeting Minutes were passed.

Council passed Resolution No. 20—2020 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor & Fiscal Officer to execute an agreement with Huntington Bank for a Village Credit Card Account.

Council will hear three readings on Ordinance No. 21—2020 An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the Village`s Codified Ordinances constituting the Village Planning and Zoning Code.

Council voted to hold a Public Meeting before December`s Regular Council Meeting for input and questions over the Zoning Codes. Council will look to adopt the Zoning Codes at the December meeting.

Mayor Schneider reminds everyone brush pickup is over for the season. Next pick—up will be the first week of May.

Leaf Pick Up is October 15 — December 15, 2020. Please do not place your leaves on the road. Place your leaves near the roadside allowing room for our machinery to operate safely. Keep leaves away from signs, posts, and out of the ditches. Please do not place any sticks, twigs, brush, garden trash or vines out either. Leaves will not be picked up if these guidelines are not followed.

Just a reminder, when mowing your lawn, please do not discharge the grass clippings and leaf debris onto the road.

Mayor Schneider also reminds everyone that if you are planning to remodel your home, new roof, install a fence or retaining wall you will need a building permit. Please call 330—657—2151 for more information.

2020 Census: Households have received official Census Bureau mail with detailed information on how to respond to the 2020 Census online, by phone, or by mail. We encourage you to respond as soon as you can. Accurate information directly affects the quality of life in your community.

Reminder to our residents, that it is your responsibility to keep your ditches and driveway culverts clear.

Upcoming Meetings:
Planning Commission October 26, 2020 at 7:00PM Pending Electronic Meeting Via Zoom
Council Meeting November 9, 2020 at 7:00PM Pending Electronic Meeting Via Zoom

Contact Phone Numbers:
Administrative Office 330-657-2151
Non-Emergency Police & Fire 330-657-2911

Check the Website: www.villageofpeninsula-oh.gov

Nancy Holdsworth, Administrative Assistant

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PENINSULA POLICE DEPARTMENT

On Thursday October 15, 2020 Sgt. Renz responded to a residence where a subject was threatening suicide and had already cut himself and locked himself in the bathroom and would not come out. Sgt. Renz was able to talk to the subject and get him to come out of the bathroom and seek proper medical help. Thanks to Sgt. Renz`s training he resolved the situation and kept everyone safe.

On Friday October 16, 2020 Officer Andrew Watson and Officer Joe Davis received a call of a subject threatening to jump off a bridge on I—271. Officer Watson was able to talk the subject down and get the subject proper medical help. Officer Watson was able to resolve the situation due to the CIT training he recently received.

Both officers are commended on the great job that they did.

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SHARE—A—CHRISTMAS

The township`s Share—A—Christmas program will continue this year with some changes. Collection boxes will be placed at the library and Terry Lumber. Last year, to help with collection of canned goods and non—perishable items. Valley Rescue participated in a fill the squad event at Costco. It is unclear, at this time, if this event will take place.

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"You think about that…"

So, the best advice we get from one of the most knowledgeable of the medical community is to cancel Thanksgiving. Considering all of what has been imposed upon us to this point, such as, lock downs, washing frequently, sanitizing all surfaces, social distancing and wearing masks none of it has been effective at stopping or slowing the spread of the virus. To willingly admit none of it works, how can we trust what you say in the future? Please don`t get the idea that I don`t think COVID is real or serious, because I believe it is both. In the end, the advice given reveals truth of the situation.

"When lies have been accepted for some time, the truth always astounds with an air of novelty." Clement of Alexandria "The truth always comes out in the end, no matter how hard someone tries to hide it or stop it. Lies are just a temporary delay to the inevitable." Unknown

Ray Hach

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PENINSULA LIBRARY NEWS

Peninsula Library Update and Programs: info@peninsulalibrary.org or 330—657—2291

Peninsula Library News
After much careful thought and significant preparation, we were able to reopen our Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum on October 10. For now, the Museum will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from Noon until 5. Visitors will be allowed in by appointment only in groups of either two or three people. Visitors will be expected to wear masks and obey the distancing and directional indicators on the floor. In order to minimize the sanitizing of the portions of the Township Hall building not currently in use and to help with social distancing with other tenants in the building, our staff will guide visitors through the building directly to our Museum and will, likewise, guide them out when they are done. Visitors can stay no longer than 45 minutes so that any necessary sanitizing can occur between visitations. In order to make an appointment, please call the Museum at (330) 657—2892. (When the Museum is closed the phone is set on call forwarding to the Library). The Peninsula Library is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00AM to 9:00PM and on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. To reach the library, please call us at (330) 657—2665 or email us at info@peninsulalibrary.org . Please look for us on Facebook or visit our website for updated information (peninsulalibrary.org).

Peninsula Library Programs for adults and children will take place via Zoom. If you would like to participate, please email the library at info@peninsulalibrary.org and on the day of the program you will receive an email from us with the link to join Zoom. Please call at 330—657—2291 with any questions.

Classic Movie Night via ZOOM
1st Thursday at 6:30PM
Because we do not know when in—person programming like Classic Movie Night will be able to resume, we are going to try a virtual get together where we can chat about Classic Movies. We cannot show the movies for copyright reasons, but we can certainly still get together to chat! Here is our schedule for the fall series:

November 5: Celebrating the Family While there are some films which have Thanksgiving as a plot device, there are many films which say something about families. Which classic films have messages about families that resonate with you?

December 3: Holiday Movie Madness— Various aspects of the holiday season are depicted in movies. Films depict everything from the chaos of the holidays to those movies which give insights into the true meaning of the season. Which classic films stand out for you and why?

Take and Make Craft for Adults — November
The Library will have a DIY Take and Make Craft Kits ready for pick up each month this fall. These kits are on a first come first serve basis. Each Kit will contain all or most of the materials for the craft with instructions. We are not charging a fee, but donations towards Adult Programming are always accepted so we may continue fun ideas like Craft Kits.

November 2 —Thankful Tree —
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Take this time to remember everything that you are grateful for and write on a fall cut—out and hang on your tree. The kit will contain everything you need to make a Thankful Tree!

Children`s Take and Make Craft Kits
Call and reserve a Kids Craft Kit then pick up your craft kit at the library anytime after Monday November 2. For ages 3 and up.

November 2—Give thanks with some Thanksgiving Crafts for the kids.

CHILDREN`S PROGRAMMING
Preschool Story Hour on Zoom!
Miss Chris will have preschool story time on Zoom. We will offer these sessions on Mondays at 10:00AM and Thursday at 1:00PM. Please register for this program at info@peninsulalibrary.org or call the library at 330—657—2291.
Mondays at 10:00AM
November—2, 9, 16
Thursdays at 1:00PM
November— 5, 12, 19

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BOSTON TOWNSHIP HALL COMMITTEE

Two office spaces are available for rent on the garden level of the Boston Township Hall in Peninsula. For additional information, please email info@bostontownshiphall.org or call 330—657—BTHC.

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COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARTY

The annual Community Christmas Party will not be held this year.

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CONGRATULATIONS

On Saturday October 17, 2020, Officer Allan Jones and Jodi Meyers were wed in Weston Missouri at the Laurel Brooke Farm Venue. Jodi is from Missouri and currently a dispatcher for the Streetsboro Police Department and Allan is a police officer for Peninsula/Boston Township Police Department.

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HAPPY RETIREMENT

Best wishes to Walter Beavin on his retirement from Peninsula Hardwoods. Walter has been a part of our community for over forty years.

He has been active at Peninsula United Methodist Church for more than twenty years. During that time, he has been part of almost every committee at PUMC, including singing in the choir, being chair of the Administrative Council and serving as Lay Leader. As chair of the worship committee, Walter assists with weekly worship services by preparing the altar and facilitating the seasonal decorations in the sanctuary. His commitment to the church goes beyond committee work. He plays an integral part in church activities that involve the community, such as the Candlelight Walk and the Election Day Dinner.

For several years Walter has taken part in the Memorial Day Parade in Boston blessing the community.

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HELP PENINSULA KEEP THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT ALIVE!

While the traditional Christmas in Peninsula is not occurring this year with choirs, refreshments in the businesses, etc., the Peninsula Area of Chamber of Commerce is planning an event to keep the holiday spirit alive in our Village. "LIGHT UP PENINSULA" will take place on Thursday, December 3 with luminaries lining Route 303 sidewalks. There will be a Tree Lighting Ceremony at 7:00PM on the Bronson Green. Wearing face masks and with social distancing, we are asking the Community to join us with a flashlight or cell phone light to add to the tree lighting.

Other festivities the Chamber will sponsor are:

1) A front door decorating contest for all residents living in the Village. There will be a wonderful prize basket containing items from Peninsula businesses. Please contact Becca at explorepeninsula@gmail.com if you want to participate.
Further guidelines will be in the November issue of Community News.

2) Reindeer Day will be Saturday, December 5 from 11:30AM to 2:30PM on the Bronson Green.
At 1:00PM, costumed characters will join the reindeer scene!

3) The library will host the annual Christmas Tree Display in their new vestibule. More information will be coming on that as well.

The PACC hopes the Village will shine more brightly than ever for these special events!

Margo Snider

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WOODRIDGE REFINANCES BONDS TO SAVE TAXPAYERS $1 MILLION

The Woodridge Local School District Board of Education and leadership team is always looking for ways to stretch district resources and save taxpayers money.

Recently, the Woodridge Local School District met with advisors to review options related to the construction bonds that were issued to build the new Woodridge Elementary School. As part of the process, district officials then met with Moody`s Investors Services to secure an updated bond rating, several years after the original bond issue. Despite "negative outlook" ratings across the world due to the COVID—19 pandemic, Moody`s continues to be impressed with the fiscal affairs of the Woodridge Local School District. In this process, Moody`s reaffirmed our Aa2 bond rating and removed the negative outlook from our portfolio derived from the pandemic due to the strong financial backing of the community and the solid financial reporting and audits of the district.

The district originally issued $33,500,000 in bonds in 2016. With the updated rating, Woodridge was able to refinance $9,150,000 worth of the highest interest bonds at lower rates. By refinancing these bonds, the district was able to save taxpayers $1,002,380.52 in interest cost over the life of the bonds. This million dollar savings is not money in the bank for the district. It is $1 million less that taxpayers will have to pay.

"We more than appreciate the support of our community and we are always looking for ways to support them back," said Woodridge Local School District Treasurer, Tom Morehouse.

Morehouse also indicated that district officials will continue to monitor market conditions for additional opportunities to save money.

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PENINSULA ART ACADEMY

Along with many businesses in our community that are trying to survive, Peninsula Art Academy was closed in March and only reopened in August on a limited basis. The academy is asking for support from the community. Township resident, Edna Ratner, who was involved since the beginning, is asking for help for this worthwhile cause. Donations may be sent to Peninsula Art Academy 1600 West Mill Street, Peninsula OH 44264 Attn: Edna.


Edna Ratner

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CONDOLENCES

Thomas S. Fisher passed away September 29, 2020 at the age of 94. He was the son of George Sr. and Mary Fisher and brother of George Fisher, Jr. of Boston Township and the late Richard Fisher of Peninsula. Tom was father of Thomas of Texas and Jerald (Linda) of Peninsula and the late Jay J. Fisher. Tom had three grandchildren, Jennifer (Steve) Verner of Illinois, Kelly Fisher of Kent, and Dale (Kristin) Fisher of Columbus; four great—grandchildren, Sydney (Taylor) Sheridan, Azlan Dack, Kelsey Fisher, and Dylan Kucinich; great— great granddaughter, Isabelle. Tom was the first Chief of Police of Richfield Village and a veteran and was greatly respected and loved by many family and friends. He was proud of growing up in downtown Peninsula and going to Boston School (now Woodridge). Tom`s was a life well lived and we are blessed to have had him so long.

Claire Johnston Rodhe passed away October 5, 2020. Our condolences to her family.

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PENINSULA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship Services inside the church will resume on October 25 at 8:30AM (downstairs) and 10:00AM (in the main sanctuary). We are following these protocols:
1. Masks are required
2. Practice social distancing of 6 feet
3. Follow entrance and exit signs
4. Leave the church building quickly following the service, do not congregate inside to chat
5. Please monitor your health and do not come to church if you have any symptoms of illness
6. A thermometer will be available in the back of the church to check your temperature

Visit our website at PeninsulaUMC.org/upcoming—events/ for future updates and events. All are welcome!

Election Day Dinner: We regret that we will not be hosting our Election Day Dinner this year due to COVID—19 safety concerns. We plan to continue our tradition on Election Day in 2021! In the meantime, we are requesting stories from the more than 80—year span of Election Day Dinners! Please e—mail (PeninsulaM@twc.com) or mail (PO Box 186) your fun facts, remembrances, photos and historical information. Stories can also be shared with Lynn (PUMC Secretary) at 330—931—9662. And thank you for being a part of this special community event over the years.

Honoring our Pets in October: We are collecting donations for Animal Rescue Facilities throughout the month of October. Donations can be placed in the plastic bins outside of the Main St. side entrance to the church.

Ideal donations include: dry cat and dog food, peanut butter, household bleach, liquid laundry detergent, disposable latex gloves, paper towels, Mr. Clean antibacterial soap, anti—bacterial Clorox wipes, dog treats, kitten milk replacement (KMR), scrub brushes, scoopable litter, office supplies (copy paper, pens, pencils, markers) and new or gently used space heaters/heating pads. Checks can be made out to Peninsula United Methodist Church — please add `pet shelter donation` in the memo line and send your check to PUMC, PO Box 186, Peninsula, OH 44264. Thank you!

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VOTING INFORMATION

Every vote matters and every vote should count. It is incumbent upon all of us to know how we can vote and how our votes are processed. In Ohio one can vote in person on Election Day November 3 at your regular polling location, at the Board of Elections at 500 Grant St from October 6 through November 2 and by mail from October 6 through November 3. The added twist of COVID makes voting in person a bit riskier and many of us may be looking for safer options. Mail in ballots are the safest way to go and voting early in person allows voters to pick a less crowded time to cast their vote. A mail—in ballot must be postmarked by November 2. Your ballot can also be hand delivered to the Board of Elections — not your polling location as late as November 3 until 7:30 PM. There`s a secure, drop box right outside the building at 470 Grant Street. You can track your ballot request and ballot at voteohio.gov OR summitcountyboe.gov. You can find early voting hours at those same two websites. If you request a mail—in ballot and have a change of heart you can still vote a regular ballot in person early but will have a little extra paperwork to do. If you wait until election day you can vote a provisional ballot which will be counted once it is confirmed that you did not submit that mail—in ballot.

Barb Kaplan

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WANT AD

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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.

TREE TRIMMING: Tree trimming, storm clean-up, general clean-up. Call Tom the Tree Guy at 330-760-4105.

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.

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN- Peninsula resident. Great rates/Quick service. Call Steve at 330-310-1061. Ohio license #El22934. YCN Rating 5 Star. Very good work, timely and good communications during the job.

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

REAL ESTATE SERVICES: Your hometown Real Estate agent, looking to buy or sell your home call us. Sylvia Tonhaeuser/ Robin Shrader Remax Trends 330-329-1851. No one knows Peninsula or Boston Township better.

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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.

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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.

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