Author Archives
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Lake County Schools….by the numbers…
We found a useful comparative worksheet that allows us to compare Lake County schools versus the rest of the State of Ohio. The information is published annual in the Cupp Report. Here is the 2016 report. We have added in… Read More ›
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Can you afford to live in your home?
As we continue to “go down the rabbit hole” of real estate taxes, we thought it may be helpful to define “Housing Affordability”. The Northeast Ohio Regional Impact and Outcomes group measures “housing affordability” as 30% of a household’s annual… Read More ›
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Riverside Schools versus Concord Township
I sent an email to the Riverside School Board asking for an update on the problem with building a school in Concord Township, and for the scheduled school board meetings for 2018. We will start attending those meetings. (Comment: It is… Read More ›
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Thumbs up for Auditor Ed Zupancic…
We met with the Lake County Auditor, Ed Zupancic, and three of his employees. We were highly impressed with Mr. Zupancic and his very capable employees. They have a complicated task of tracking all of the real estate tax levies… Read More ›
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Asking Crossroads to correct and injustice
Once again we are making Lake County citizens aware of an injustice we see in the community. Crossroads has been serving Lake County for 40 years, and provide behavioral services to the children and families of Lake County. They provide… Read More ›
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Senator Brown..looking for more voters..
Here is Senator Brown’s response to a question on DACA, or the “Dreamers”….(Comment: no mention that they have cost Lake County taxpayers $10,000 per year per “Dreamer” to educate them in our schools. Democrats want voters, Republicans want cheap labor,… Read More ›
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John Birch Society January Meeting
When: January 8th, 2018 7:00 pm – 8:45 pm Where: Mentor Library – 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, Oh (440) 255-8811
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Lake County Liberty Coalition January meeting
Dear Patriots, I hope each of you had a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! As I mentioned in my last communication, I am reintroducing regular Lake County Liberty Coalition (LCLC) meetings starting with January. This month we welcome… Read More ›
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Will Catholic Charities correct an injustice?
We have previously written about a request the Land Bank has received from St. Mary Magdalene Church in Willowick. The Church requested that the Land Bank demolish a convent and rectory in exchange for the free and clear title to… Read More ›
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Lake County’s 2018 Operating Budget
How much do you think the Lake County Commissioners’ office will spend to meet the County’s obligations? You might be surprised….. Lake County 2018 Budget page 1 Lake County 2018 Budget page 2 The grand total is $247,647,070.08…(yes, no worries… Read More ›
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CDGB grants…what are they?
The federal government Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides money for Community Development under the CDGB and HOME programs. They support activities such as, infrastructure, economic development projects, installation of public facilities, community centers, housing rehabilitation, public services,… Read More ›
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A staggering statistic for Ohio….
Thanks to The Center for Community Solutions for this information: Over the next eight years, the number of Ohioans living with Alzheimer’s or dementia is expected to rise by 19 percent, totaling 250,000 in 2025. One of these challenges is… Read More ›
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Want to contribute your talents and time to Lake County?
You can make a difference in your community by being on a variety of Lake County’s Boards. The positions are appointed by the Lake County Commissioners. Here is a link details all of the Board positions available in 2018. Contact… Read More ›
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Congressman Dave Joyces moves his Lake County office
In case you have not heard or read about it….District 14 Congressman Dave Joyce has moved his Painesville office to 8500 Station Street, Suite 390, Mentor, OH 44060. The office will continue to provide assistance to residents in the 14th… Read More ›
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Geoengineering and impact on “climate change”
There is a meeting schedule to discuss the impact of Geoengineering on climate change. Where: Willoughby Public Library 30 Public Square Willoughby, OH 44094 When: Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 7:00 pm
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Coffee Talk Meeting
When: Wednesday, December 27th, 10:00 am Where: Family Restaurant, 1945 Mentor Ave, Painesville, Oh Hope you can make it, and try to invite a friend……
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Port Authority….preparing Lake County for the next generation…
We attended a board meeting for the Lake County Port and Economic Development Authority today. The Port Authority is authorized by the State of Ohio Revised Code, and is under the supervision of the Lake County Commissioners. There are paid… Read More ›
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Council on Aging….Blizzard Bag Food Drive
We will try to help the Council on Aging as much as we can……they provide a valuable service to Lake County Seniors.. Their “Meals on Wheels” program is participating in the “Subaru Share the Love Event”. The event starting in… Read More ›
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Land Bank meeting 12/7….the good, the bad, and the ugly
We asked for a meeting with Mr. John Rogers, , Executive Director of the Lake County Land Bank, to discuss several of the properties in Lake County that are being helped by the Lake County Land Bank: Mary Magadelene Rectory… Read More ›
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Extended Housing….a very necessary agency
I had a meeting with Ms. Karen McLeod of Extended Housing in Painesville. Ms. McLeod was very gracious with her time, gave me a tour of their facility, and provided some information on mental health issues facing Lake County residents…. Read More ›
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Sanctuary Cities…are we a nation of laws..or can we pick and choose?
There are many issues that are dividing our country, but none more contentious than the illegal alien issue. Here is a website that focuses just on that issue. http://www.sanctuarycities.info/sanctuary_state_ohio.htm No borders = no sovereignty = no country…. We should ask… Read More ›
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Article VI……Supremacy Clause…what does it mean?
The U.S. Constitution does not get taught very much any more…..many of our Representatives and Senators talk about it, but do not follow it. Even the ultra-liberal Supreme Court judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg does not favor it! http://dailysignal.com/2012/02/08/justice-ginsburg-i-would-not-look-to-the-u-s-constitution/ The Constitution… Read More ›
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Council on Aging versus RSVP..where should we spend our tax $?
Lake County’s population is aging, and by 2030 one-third of legal residents will be over 60 years of age. Many of our seniors are facing food and housing insecurity, in addition to abuse and neglect issues that need to be… Read More ›
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JBS Chapter Meeting….
Their next meeting is Monday, December 11th, 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm at the Mentor Library – Main Branch in the Francis Cleveland Room. All are welcome
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Commissioners’ meeting 11/30
Commissioner Cirino gave a recap of his meeting with federal officials regarding the possible closure of nuclear plants in Northern Ohio and the use of coal. He stated that Governor Kasich is not supporting Northeast Ohio and does not seem… Read More ›