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BOSTON TOWNSHIP

PILT: The Trustees were successful in their efforts to obtain PILT money from Summit County. Payment in Lieu of Taxes is given by the federal government to Summit County to offset property tax loss. Up until now the bulk of this money was retained by Summit County. Boston Township will be receiving a little over $18,000, the largest distribution of the money. The Township is not the only beneficiary of this effort; Peninsula, Richfield Township, Bath Township, Sagamore Hills Township, Northfield Center, Boston Heights, Akron, and Cuyahoga Falls will receive money proportionate to their tax losses. Our thanks to County Executive Russ Pry, Jason Dodson from the executive office, Bryan Nelson from the fiscal office, as well as Summit County Councilman Nick Kostandaras. Efforts are being made to transfer these funds to Valley Fire District in order to eliminate the need for an emergency operating levy due to decreasing revenue.

BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE: If you are interested in participating in the planning of the Township’s Bicentennial please contact Randy Bergdorf. The next meeting will be held on January 20, 2010. A tentative date for the celebration is being considered for June 2011.

OHIO TURNPIKE: A January 15, 2010 meeting has been scheduled between Jerry Ritch, Summit County Councilman Nick Kostandaras, and the Ohio Turnpike Commission to seek a resolution to the noise problems created by the Turnpike since adding a third lane to the roadway.

WEBSITE: Visit our website at www.bostontownship.org. Joanne has added copies of old bills and correspondence from our files. It is very interesting to see all of the names from our past. The site allows us to give you up to date information. It has a community calendar and up to date race and rally information.

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.

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.



The Trustees would like to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year.

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

December Peninsula Village Council Meeting Items of Note:

I am excited to introduce Eileen Herbert of Cuyahoga Falls, who will be working part time as the Deputy Clerk Treasurer. She starts on Monday, December 21. I think Eileen will be a terrific addition to our staff, as she brings 30 years of experience with the state auditor’s office and is looking forward to working with us. Council has also begun the process of readings to make the elected Clerk Treasurer an appointed Fiscal Officer to open up the job to non residents.

Council recognized Marilyn Hansen’s 32 years of service on the Woodridge School Board. Thank you Marilyn for all the hard work you’ve done for our community. Chuck Hemming, who is our part time road man, will be adding Zoning Inspector to his duties as of January 1.

Village Council voted unanimously to distribute the Village portion of the PILT money coming from Summit County to the Fire District. The amount will be approximately $3600.

And finally, I would like to wish each and every one of you a very happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year!!

The office will be closed for Thanksgiving and the day after.

Meetings:
Special Meeting for Encumbrances: 12/ 28/09 at 7:00 pm
Council Meeting: January 11, 2010 – 7:00 pm
Board of Zoning Appeals: January 14, 2010 - 7:00 pm
All meetings are held in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, located at 1582 Main Street, the corner of Akron-Peninsula Road and Main Street.
Check the Library, Post Office, Village Hall, Terry Lumber or Middle School for other meetings and postings.


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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SHARE-A-CHRISTMAS

The Boston Township Trustees would like to thank everyone who contributed to our Share-A-Christmas Program. Special thanks to Norma Hammond and the students at Woodridge High School for the generous food donation, the parishioners of Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church for all of the wonderful gifts on the Giving Tree, the generous contributions of the Deering Family, Joanne Noragon, and Lida and Tony Brandt, to our helpers Patrolman John Petrovich who always makes sure every gift has the right home, Gloria Ritch, John Puchalsky, Anne Marie Griffith, John and Kathleen Varga, and to Valley Fire District for their delivery services.

The generosity of this community continues to bless us all.

Amy Anderson, Jerry Ritch and Randy Bergdorf

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VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT

The Valley Fire District is continuing to negotiate with Sagamore Hills Township, Northfield Center Township and Brandywine Ski Area to provide rescue service to Brandywine for the 2010 ski season. Brandywine will make an up front donation of $15,000 to the department. The Board approved the addition of seven members who will assist with these calls. The new members are all trained EMS responders and will only work during the ski season.

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THANK YOU TO THE WHS LATIN CLUB

Everett Logan, Nathan Tompkin and Lacey Ensign

This may be news for some folks, but not for others. In 1978 an Arboretum was dedicated behind the Peninsula school on Bronson Avenue. Since then, some trees have died, some trees have flourished and most of the signs/name tags have vanished. On Sunday, Nov. 15th, members of the WHS Latin Club worked very hard to clean up the Arboretum. They raked leaves, pruned trees and carried off sticks. The idea was from Latin Club member and Peninsula resident Everett Logan . A big “thank you” to those members who worked very hard that day. Also, thank you to Latin teacher Mr. McCaffrey and Everett’s father, Paul Logan for their help and support. The Arboretum can be found directly behind the tennis courts.

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THANK YOU

Lenore Ritch would like to thank the Boston Township Trustees for including her in the Share-A-Christmas program.

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THANKS TO OUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS

We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone during Polly’s illness and passing. The cards, phone calls, hugs, words of support, and delicious food, have humbled us. I feel blessed to live in this community. Fondly, John Puchalsky and family.

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NEW ARRIVAL

Don and Donna Schmidt would like to announce the arrival of their grandchild Anabelle Grace Schmidt, born December 10, 2009. She weighed seven pounds eight ounces and was twenty inches long. Proud parents are Mike and Stephanie Schmidt.

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CONDOLENCES

Betty Puchalsky passed away November 30, 2009. She is survived by children John, Joanne Kaczmarski, and Jill Karpinski. Our condolences to the Puchalsky family.

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To the Editors:

I want to thank Charlotte Reinhart for selling her house to me in Peninsula 18 years ago. Unfortunately it wasn’t her decision to choose who bought the house after it went up for sale. This is an undiscriminating open market and I paid the price for the home.

I’m sorry that she sees my actions as “idiotic” and “juvenile” and I feel as though she is protecting her daughter, Jodi Padrutt, a Peninsula councilperson. Her daughter has filed a court appeal against the Village in pursuit of personal agendas – I have not. She has also distracted our Council and Planning Commission for the past three years by pushing controversial agendas to benefit her personal businesses.

Ms. Reinhart’s personal relationship with the Mayor over the years may have clouded her perception of his leadership. The turmoil in our city has been created by Mayor Fisher and his council. The community has never been so divided and discouraged as it has been over the last two years under the new “regime”.

If Ms. Reinhart were currently a resident of Peninsula, her reaction would probably be to support me as I attempt to protect our community from being destroyed by reckless agendas that ignore the “citizen-written” long range plan for Peninsula. Don’t apologize for me living in Peninsula. Instead apologize for having a relative with an unscrupulous agenda that has cost this city hundreds of hours in resident protest, council debate and legal fees.

Bob Hrovat

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A STAR RISING

Months, weeks, and the counting of days have come and gone for some. Others looked to the sky for years to see a special star and then when sighted let it be their guide. It led them to a new time, to someone, though a child, who was both promise and fulfillment. Some call them the Magi, the Three Kings, and they were Wise Men. Though not called Christians...they not only found the Christ, Jesus the Messiah...who had come for all persons of every time and place. These days of holiday afford the opportunity to share and celebrate more than ancient memories but to enter into the mystery of hope and new life. It is a perfect time to discover or renew the gift of belief in God and the wonderful plan of salvation for all mankind. What sparked the good will and sharing these Christmas days was what the Magi discovered centuries ago.

May the civil New Year 2010 soon to come, find people of good will open to continue seeking the ways of peace and righteousness. Fr. John Terzano, pastor
Mother of Sorrows, Peninsula

Fr. John Terzano, pastor Mother of Sorrows, Peninsula

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WANT ADS

FOR SALE: DR 6-Ton Electric Log Splitter. Like new. $450. Call Kathy at 330-657-2020.

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.

FOR SALE: Border Collie Puppies. We have a new litter of border collie puppies. Contact us if you would are interested in one. www.thespicylamb.com

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PENINSULA MIX

Living in the countryside as we do has a wide appeal - - - until you discover one of the big drawbacks, as Jean Russell found, so painfully a few weeks ago.

She went outside on a small errand, mis-stepped into a shallowed out place, fell, and broke her hip, shoulder and arm. She called and called, but neighbors’ doors and windows were shut, and no one heard.

Towards evening, Tim Tesmer thought he heard calls, and thought at first that it was Jean Russell’s grandchildren playing in the yard. He decided to investigate and found Jean on the ground. He called to his mother, Leona Tesmer, and she came to help.

Tim says they knew they could not move her, so they covered her warmly and called 911. Jean told them that she wasn’t hurting but that she was very cold. Tim says that she was shaking from the cold.

Jean is now recovering at Traditions, 300 East Bath Road, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44223.

So what can we learn from this? Anyone who lives alone should learn to carry a cell phone. There are small holders you can attach to a belt or wear around your neck. Even a trip to the basement or attic would warrant having it. Some seniors put appropriate signs in their windows to help concerned neighbors. Tuesday am with an arrow pointing up says it all. With an arrow pointing down, it could mean it’s Tuesday and I have gone to bed.

It is possible to be observant without being nosy… . . . . . . Our friendly neighborhood library can borrow that biography on Thaddeus Kosciusko if you are interested.

Just thinking about this barn property raises a few questions such as, why not try councilperson Jodi Padrutt’s idea, which is to put a sign out front that reads, for lease – as is, and see what happens. The land is far more valuable than the building, so wouldn’t it be better to lose the building than to lose the whole property?

Lily Fleder

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LAW CLINIC

Dyer & Co., LPA (located @ 1775 Main Street, Peninsula) is hosting a law clinic, Friday, January 29, 2009 8 am–8 pm, to offer discounted appointments to existing or new clients on new matters. Half hour ($30) or hour appointments ($60) are offered. In this difficult economy, people are either putting off dealing with current legal matters, representing themselves (known as acting “pro se”) or not doing preventative and valuable legal work. Attorney Heather Dyer recognizes this need and wishes to offer legal consultation for $1 a minute to serve your legal and financial needs! All appointments will be pre-screened to ensure that no conflict of interest exists and the topic is within Attorney Dyer’s practice. To schedule, call Mieka at 657-2029.

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MARILYN'S KITCHEN

In the winter Peninsula does not have a place to go for a good weekday breakfast, but Boston Township has its own friendly breakfast and lunch restaurant you will enjoy visiting and it is open year round.

At the same time, you are supporting a family run local business. The place to go is Doug's Dinner Bucket, 5730 Akron-Cleveland Road. If you are traveling east on 303 turn right on Akron-Cleveland Road and go south one half mile.

Doug's Dinner Bucket is on the right. There is off street parking in front, and the building is small and sits back from the road.

The restaurant was started in 1977 by Doug Skelky. His sister Pam is now the owner/hostess. Her son Tony is the chef. Help yourself to a morning paper while your food is prepared.

Doug's is open Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and Saturday 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

The menu features all breakfast items including steak and eggs and lunches with the daily special, soup, salads, sandwiches and desserts. Friday there are home made cinnamon rolls. Doug's will also cater your special occasion. Pam takes orders for her homemade cookies and candies. Phone 330-653-8184. You can contact Pam via e-mail: dougsdinnerbucket@vzw.blackberry.net. Enjoy!!!

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GET WELL WISHES

Please keep the following in your prayers: Anne Benedict, Bob Lee, Tom Rodhe, Sr., Edie Minns, Jean Russell, Larry Shrader, Judy Getz, Jim and Millie Lockert, Gloria Ritch, Nancy Sue James Zvara, and Dave Mayer.

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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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.