JULY 2010 VOLUME 27 NUMBER 7

BOSTON TOWNSHIP

SPEEDY RECOVERY WISHES: After a small set back our clerk, Joanne Noragon, is recovering and back to work. Zoning secretary, Lida Flowers Brandt, is recovering from back surgery and former zoning commission member and zoning secretary, Wes Bergdorf is recovering from surgery. Our prayer and speedy recovery wishes to all.

CONDOLENCES: Donna Kostandaras, wife of County Councilman Nick Kostandaras passed away July 9th at the age of sixty-nine. Donna accompanied Nick on many of his visits to our township meetings and graciously included us in many of their gatherings.

MEETING ROOM: Mark Biro, formerly of Boston Township, is now general contractor in charge of our meeting room renovation. Mark did the construction of the offices in the basement of the old school building. We are pleased to have his excellent workmanship on our project.

TRAFFIC LIGHT: There will be a traffic signal installed by the end of the year at Kendall Park and Akron-Cleveland Roads. Years ago we asked for this signal to be installed and ODOT representatives stated the traffic flow did not indicate the need for a signal. We were given a caution signal instead. With the increase of traffic the traffic signal is warranted.

ROAD REPAIRS: The Hines Hill culvert replacement and Major Road paving project is expected to be completed by the end of July. The Major Road project is being done the full length of the road involving both Richfield and Peninsula. The majority of the funding for both projects has been made possible by the CVNP’s grant for road assistance.

PENINSULA JEDD EXPLORATION: No further meetings have been held exploring this possibility. The township’s next step is rezoning for the properties that will be included in the JEDD.

BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE: The Bicentennial Committee continues to meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 in the Township meeting room. Anyone wishing to help is invited.

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, Larry Sulzer: 330-657-2135.

PENINSULA VILLAGE

Eileen Herbert, Peninsula’s deputy clerk-treasurer, became the village’s fiscal officer on July 2, 2010.

She has been very busy in her new position and did not have a summary of the July 12th council meeting. Eileen will have a report ready for our next publication.

Council Meeting – August 9, 2010 – 7:00 pm – 2nd Mondays
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

ESTATE PLANNING WORKSHOP

Please come join us for complimentary wine & cheese during our informative Estate Planning Workshop where we will discuss Wills vs Trusts, Medicaid Planning, Estate Taxes and Gifting. This Workshop will be hosted by The Law Office of Erica A. Skerl and Burda Books. Both companies are located in the Boston Township Hall where the Workshop will be held this fall on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 7:00pm. Mark your September calendars so that you can join us for an informative session where your questions can be answered by a knowledgeable Attorney and Accountant. Call (330) 657-2716 or (330-657-2155 to make your reservations today! Hope to see you there.

Erica A. Skerl, Law Office of Erica A. Skerl & Pamela S. Burda, Burda Books

THANKS, JOANNE

The trustees of the Valley Fire District would like to thank Joanne Noragon for her 4 years of service as clerk. She spent tireless hours carefully managing the finances of the District, successfully working through audits and tightening and improving processes. We wish her continued good health. Thank you!

Amy Anderson, Jodi Padrutt, and Richard Slocum Trustees, VFD

AROUND THE COMMUNITY

Congratulations to Nick Zamiska on Valley Fire. Nick made the Dean’s List for the spring semester at the University of Akron. Nick is also on Brecksville’s fire department.

Welcome home to DeDe Ritch McGuire. DeDe, husband Mike and daughter Megan recently moved to Boston Township. This move is especially nice because they moved into the home of DeDe’s grandparent’s Al and Evelyn Ritch. DeDe is the daughter of Jerry and Gloria Ritch.

Earlier this month the Akron Beacon Journal ran a story about Jayann Brooks who lives in Cuyahoga Falls and her efforts to raise $3,500 for a memorial bench to be placed at the Ohio Veterans Memorial Park in Clinton that would honor twelve men from Cuyahoga Falls who died in Vietnam. Jayann was assisted by someone dear to my heart, Toni Fazzino Amos. Toni’s brother, Army Corporal James Douglas Fazzino was killed in Vietnam on June 11, 1968. Dougie grew up in Northampton and graduated from Woodridge High School.

Reading over the twelve names I noticed the name of Army PFC. Joseph Ellis Guenther who was twenty-three years old when he was killed on October 7, 1968. A quick check with Kay Guenther told me that Joseph was her husband, Pat’s brother. Joseph had just graduated from Kent State when he was drafted. He served as a medic for just a few months before he was killed. Pat and Kay honored his memory by naming their son Joseph.

Kathleen Varga of Crooked River Herb Farm is selling her jams and vinegars at the Hudson Farmer’s Market each Saturday. Autumn Johnston of Posh Pierogie also has one of the stands. She has a variety of pierogie to eat while you shop or frozen to take home. The smell is heavenly.

I am always reminding our residents to shop locally. Please remember that there are also many service-related businesses in our community. Terry Padrutt has operated Valley Well and Pump since 1978. Terry has bailed me out of more problems than I can count. Please remember him when you need this type of service.

Amy Anderson

GET WELL WISHES

Please keep the following in your prayers: Lida Flowers Brandt, Jan Bishop, Wes Bergdorf, Joanne Noragon, Cathy Mayer, Joyce Jeric, Skip Pollitt, Anne Benedict, Chic Tesmer, Tom and Claire Rodhe, Sr., Edie Minns, Jean Russell, Larry Shrader, Judy Getz, Jim Lockert, Gloria Ritch, Nancy Sue James Zvara, Marion Shapley and Dave Mayer.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Peninsula United Methodist Church will be hosting Vacation Bible School during the week of August 9, 2010 from 9:30 to 11:30, daily. This weeklong activity is free and open to all children 3 years old and up. Join us for a fun filled adventure as we learn about Jesus through crafts, activities, songs and friendship. The Peninsula United Methodist Church is in downtown Peninsula at the corner of State Route 303 and Akron-Peninsula Road. Please call 330-657-2567 with any questions.

THANK YOU

Dear Valley Fire and Peninsula Police, I would like to thank each and every one of you for all of your help and service. I feel blessed to live in this wonderful community where our Police and Fire Departments are the best in the world. Thank you.

Joyce Jeric

ROAD DEPARTMENT THANKS

A big pat on the back to the Boston Township and Peninsula Village Road Departments. Both have done a great job keeping the roadway berms and ditches mowed. All the rain we had this spring made for some tall and thick grass, which both departments did a fine job keeping trimmed. Thanks to them for keep our towns in tip top shape!

Michael Phillips

PENINSULA MIX

"Kids ta'day!" Is a somewhat disparaging remark that needs updating, according to the response, all Woodridge students, that I got from an ad that I placed in this publication, looking for yard help.

Drake Sulzer, 16, Woodridge junior, son of Larry and Bonnie Sulzer, arrived on time, barrowed and stacked wood at a steady pace for a couple of hours. Turns out he is one of the track stars who led Woodridge to the state championship. Call 330-657-2288.

Jacob Woods, Woodridge freshman, 330-923-2455 has a flyer out that lists his services as lawn cutting, window cleaning (1st level), cleaning, edging, mulching flower beds, cleaning gutters, clearing out garages, raking leaves and washing cars. Then there is Jared Rogers, Woodridge freshman, and grandson of Joe and Theresa Mahan of Major Road. You can reach him at 216-215-2987

These youngsters arrive on time, work hard and steady, ok, steadily, and can give us all the good feeling that our country is in good hands. I recommend them highly.

There was another call from a youngster, but the connection was so poor I could not get a name or phone number. I'm hoping he'll try again.. . . . . John Slocum, son of Richard Slocum and Kathy Bertsch, and a junior at Woodridge, is another steady, hard worker who gets the job done. His phone number is 330-657-2530. Please join me in being proud of "kids ta'day!"

Does anyone out there happen to know if towpath mules had metal horseshoes? I recently came across one that could have been made for a pony, but maybe, just maybe .?

There are great reports about Peninsula Library's plans for a classic movie night. On the Waterfront was well received, and our library staff is interested to hear of special requests from patrons, especially from the list of turner classics. . . . . How about the movie about the Alamo, Jim Bowie, etc.

How is this for a way to help pay for the cost of repair work on Center Street, where a hollowed out hole has developed in the pavement? We could call it a python hole, put up a sign on Main Street, and charge admission to look down into the "python hole."

Lily Fleder

VALLEY HOME DAYS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14, 2010

5K Run at Woodridge Intermediate School, 1930 Bronson.
Cost: $20.00
Time: Pre-Registration Day of Race 7:00am Race Begins 8:00am. T-shirts for the first 200 registrants.
For registration forms contact Pam Schneider (330) 657-2331 or at pam9963@aol.com

Kiddie Carnival at Woodridge Intermediate School, 1930 Bronson
Noon – 3:00pm. Games – Food – Dunk Tank. Come dunk Council Members and others from the community. Identi-Kid by Peninsula Police Department

Street Dance at Mill Street (Behind the Winking Lizard) 6:00pm – 11:00pm FOOD – BEER – MUSIC DANCING
Entertainment by Weniger & Simon 6:00-7:30pm, Stumpy Basin Volunteers 7:45-9:15pm, and The Satisfiers 9:30-11:00pm.

Boys Scouts and Diamond Dogs Fastpitch to have LOTS of good food! BRING YOUR OWN CHAIRS AND ENJOY THE MUSIC & FUN HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!

Any questions please contact Pam Schneider (330) 657-2331 or pam9963@aol.com

THE HEN HAWK

As I arrived home from work one day I was amazed to see what I thought was a Red Tailed Hawk standing very close to the back of our house on a tree stump. It was obvious that this bird could not fly. I contacted the Medina Rapture Center and a volunteer was dispatched to our house and arrived within 40 minutes. He advised us that this was a male Red Shouldered Hawk and was suffering from a gunshot wound. We were in disbelief because we were told that this bird was shot in the neighborhood he could not have traveled very far in his condition. We were saddened to find out the following day that the bird had to be euthanized the damage too great for it to survive. This bird is also known as the Hen Hawk because they will go after poultry. They are very beneficial to people because they keep pest populations down such as mice, voles, chipmunks and shrews. This bird is protected by State and Federal Laws under The Migratory Bird Treaty Act. State Fines up to one thousand dollars and one hundred and twenty days in jail can be imposed Federal laws are even stricter. The life span of this bird is only two years in the wild, please don’t take your aggression out on these beautiful creatures, they are only doing what comes natural to them, survival.

If you ever need assistance with an injured raptor contact the Medina Raptor Center at 330-667-2386. They also assist with songbirds, ducks, owls and Herons. When there is room they will also take injured squirrels, woodchucks and rabbits. You can also contact The Division of Wildlife at 330-644-2293.

Tim Tesmer, Stine Road Resident

CONGRATULATIONS AMANDA

Amanda Kimberly Guenther, Daughter of Pat and Kay Guenther recently graduated from The Ohio State University, Summa Cum Laude, with a degree in Environmental Science and Natural Resources. Amanda is a 2006 Graduate of Hudson High School. Amanda is currently living and working in Carnation Washington on an organic farm, Growing Things Farm.

CONGRATULATIONS

Carl (Skip) Pollitt and Karen Geul will be married Saturday, August 14th at the Peninsula United Methodist Church.

BRANDYWINE COUNTRY CLUB

To all of our faithful and wonderful friends of the Peninsula and surrounding communities. We at Brandywine Country Club wish to offer all Peninsula residents a local discount to golf. Please stop in with your ID with a Peninsula or Boston Hts. mailing address and you will receive 20% off on your greens fees. We also offer several email specials daily and weekly. Please go to our web site address golfbrandywine.com and sign up today. Again, as we say goodbye to another Yesberger family member with the passing of Brett we all remain faithful and dedicated to the community and hope to remain friends and neighbors for another generation. Stop by and say hello.

Pamela Sparks, Chuck Holcomb, Ryan Yesberger and all the staff and friends at Brandywine.

DR. COY FULBRIGHT SCHOLAR

Dr. Patrick G. Coy, Director and Associate Professor at the Center for Applied Conflict Management (CACM) of Kent State University, and a resident of Boston Township, has won a Fulbright Scholar Award to Botswana for academic year 2010-11. Dr. Coy will be posted at the University of Botswana in Gaborone.

Dr. Coy will be researching the development of community-based, collaborative conservation policies in Botswana from a conflict management perspective. Professor Coy will also be teaching conflict management-related courses at the University of Botswana. Kent State’s Center for Applied Conflict Management (CACM) was established in 1971 as “living memorial” to the KSU students killed by the Ohio National Guard during a protest against the US war on Vietnam and Cambodia. Now enrolling over 1,100 students in its Applied Conflict Management courses every year, CACM administers one of this country’s largest and most highly-regarded programs in peace and conflict studies.

CONDOLENCES

Condolences to Kathleen and John Varga. Kathleen’s mother, Patty Lee Cohill passed away on May 4, 2010.

Karen Krolak Giebeler passed away June 30, 2010 at the age of forty-four. Karen grew up in Boston Township and graduated from Woodridge High School in 1984. She was preceded in death by her father Frank Krolak and is survived by Oliver, her husband of twenty-five years, children Nathan and Melissa, granddaughter Heather, mother Kathy Scott, and sisters Roberta Conroy and Amy Harman.

CHURCH IN THE VALLEY FUNDRAISER

The Church in the Valley on Everett Road will hold a fundraiser garage sale and bake sale on August 14, 2010 from 8:00AM until 2:00PM to help the Robert Black family with the expenses of cancer treatment. They will also have hot dogs, chips, and soda at Noon. Call Pat at 330-659-4761 or the church at 330-657-2200 for more information.

MORE HISTORY

Jodi Padrutt wrote to say she enjoyed the story on Arthur Conger in last month’s YCN but adds let's give the women some due! His wife, Emily, was just as much a visionary and founded the local Cuyahoga Portage Chapter of the DAR (Barb Morehouse and Jodi are members).

Jodi said before they built their house on Stine Road Fenton Reighley (next door) allowed Terry and some friends to metal detect. They found a pair of Civil War brass breastplates in his yard!

Jodi provided the following information on Emily Bronson Conger (1847-1917):

Emily was a granddaughter of Herman Bronson who founded the village of Peninsula, Ohio. She married Col. Arthur Latham Conger in 1865 upon his discharge from the Union Army. They would have three sons, Kenyon B., Arthur W. and Latham H. Conger. Arthur Conger was a farmer before the Civil War and became an Akron Industrialist afterward. He was elected Summit County Treasurer and Emily took the post of Deputy County Treasurer. This was in a time when women did not have the right to vote. She was also a music lover. She also volunteered often at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Emily was a member of several organizations such as The Dames of the Loyal Legion, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Women's Relief Corps. Emily began the Cuyahoga Portage Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. After Arthur's death in 1899, Emily went to school in Missouri to study osteopathy and was one of the only women in the country to receive a degree in this field. She went on to become vice president of the American Assoc., of Osteopathy. She wrote a book called, "An Ohio Woman in the Philippines, which told the story of her travels there to help American Soldiers and civilians."

THANK YOU TO DR. RON WOLF

Thanks to Dr. Ron Wolf (Summit Endodontics) of Stine Road for a refreshing and pleasant first root canal. I had only minor discomfort once the drugs wore off and managed not to bite myself while I was numb. The next day I went to Vino Italia at The Civic Theater where I ate, drank, kissed, hug and chatted like a Roman.

Anne Marie Griffith

WANT ADS

FOR SALE: Mobile home in Hudson Estates. Two bedrooms with one bath. $7,500. Call Ashley at 330-998-9316, leave message and I will return your call.

FOR SALE: ANTIQUES. Oak piano stool w/brass claw/crystal feet $89. Ladder back rocker, rattan seat $99. Mahogany glass-front book/display case $89. Lovely refinished cherry record cabinet $79. Cedar chest $69. Pictures, more items available. Call Frances at 864-9972.

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

COMMERCIAL/OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE: Beautiful and spacious 1115 sq.ft. office space available for lease in the upper level of the Boston Township Hall (1887 Schoolhouse). For additional information or an appointment, call 330-657-2842 (please leave a message and you will be contacted).

SERVICES

PROPERTY AND FREE STANDING BUILDING FOR SALE: 4,000 Square Ft. Freestanding Building. Zoned Industrial with Flexible Permit Use. Metal Construction. Two (2) 10' x 14' Doors. 1.58 Acres. 3 Phase Electric. Gas Heat. Partially Securred Yard. 6 in. Concrete Floors. Proximity to: CVNP, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad Depot, Ohio and Erie Canal Lock 29, Towpath Trail, Art Galleries and Shops, Peninsula Art Academy, BMBW Ski Resorts, Brandywine Golf Course, and many other attractions. Call 330.697.5079

FOR SALE: Mobile home in Hudson Estates. Hudson Schools. Three bedrooms with 1˝ 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.

IN HOME COMPUTER REPAIR: Computer upgrade, repair, modem installs, and Home network installations. (In home service available). Market your business we can develop you web page with custom applications. See www.MediaMogulsWeb.com for more details.

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.

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.

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

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

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 330 322- 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.

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.

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.

TOWPATH PRESCHOOL

Towpath Preschool is currently enrolling 3-5 year old students for the 2010-2011 school year. The junior class (3 and 4-year-olds) meets Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00-11:30. The senior class (4 and 5-year-olds) meets Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00-11:30 with an optional pre-kindergarten extended day from 11:30-1:55 on Tuesday and Wednesday. For more information call Tammy at 330-657-2071.

Towpath Preschool has served Peninsula and surrounding communities for over 30 years. It is located in the lower level of the Peninsula United Methodist Church at Route 303 and Akron-Peninsula Road. The school is non-sectarian and is licensed by the State of Ohio. Towpath is a developmental program oriented toward learning through a variety of hands-on experiences as well as through socialization and creative play.

PENINSULA VALLEY HISTORIC & EDUCATION FOUNDATION

July 3-28, 2010: Abraham Lincoln is coming to Peninsula! Join us at the G.A.R. Hall & Museum for "Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made in America", a world class exhibit sponsored by the Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum. This FREE exhibit will be open Wednesdays 11:00am-8:00pm and Thursdays-Sundays from 11:00am-5:00pm. This is the only time the exhibit will be in Northeastern Ohio so be sure to take advantage of this unique and family friendly opportunity!