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City of Macedonia
COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
F O U N D ED 1 9 0 5
Mayor
Joseph Migliorini
Economic Development
Safety Director Dear Reader,
jmigliorini@macedonia.oh.us
Diana Augustine, Exec. Asst. On May 8, residents in the City voted against a .25%
330-468-8322 earned income tax increase. I would like to thank
daugustine@macedonia.oh.us everyone who voted for the earned income tax increase.
Unfortunately, we were unable to pass this issue. The
Mayor’s Court 330-468-8379
Mary Ellen Foster, Clerk funds that would have been generated by the .25%
earned income tax increase were critical for our City’s
City Council safety services.
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Nick Molnar, President
Jan Tulley, Vice President Since the increase did not pass, funds will not be
Kevin Bilkie distributed between the Police, Fire and Service Departments. Macedonia will not
Jessica Brandt purchase a new fire truck to replace the current vehicle which is 26 years old. The
Vini J Ventura City will not be able to add additional Police and Service personnel to advance the
Josephine Arceci, Clerk
safety and security of the community as planned.
City Directory
Building 330-468-8360 Unfortunately, our safety services will be negatively impacted by this decision, and
Nino Monaco, there will be a lack of both staff and resources and cut backs. We will be addressing
Chief Building Official
our budget constraints and news will be forthcoming.
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Rhonda C. Hall, CPA Continue to use caution while traveling throughout the City as the Road Maintenance
Finance Director and Repair Program is fully underway. For road program schedule and general
Fire 330-468-8339 information visit our website at www.macedonia.oh.us Your tax payer dollars are at
Chief Tim Black work as promised.
Human Resources 330-468-8353 The Nordonia Hills Garden Club held a successful annual plant sale fund raising
Annette Smith, PHR,
HR Manager event. Monies earned from this sale support the community by funding school
projects such as studies on ecosystems, composting, book donations to the library and
I.T. Director 330.468.8388 scholarships to name a few. Thanks to all of you who attended.
Patrick Wasik
Police 330-468-1234 Fire hydrant flushing and painting will be taking place throughout our community
Chief Jon Golden over the next two months. Hydrant flushing is necessary to test the hydrants to make
sure adequate flow and pressure is available. It is also done to remove sediment from
Recreation 330-468-8370 the pipes in order to maintain water clarity and quality in the distribution system.
Angela Manley, Director
Your water is safe to drink as we receive many concerned callers on this issue. If the
Service 330-468-8324 water is discolored, run your cold water tap for a few minutes until the water clears.
John Hnottavange, If it doesn’t clear the first time, wait a few minutes and run the water again.
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Monthly Update
Diana Augustine, Executive Secretary COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
We invite you to kick off your summer fun by attending the City of Macedonia’s FUN FEST (Spirit of Macedonia)
to be held June 7th through June 10th at Longwood Park. This four-day event will include live entertainment, food
concessions, a 5K for the Rescue, a classic car show, a beer garden, amusement rides and much more! Thank you
to all of our sponsors who contributed to off-set the cost of this wonderful City event.
The community is also invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a spectacular firework show on Saturday,
June 9th at 10 p.m. It will be bigger and better than last year!
Be safe, enjoy the warm sunny days ahead with family and friends; swimming, traveling, golfing, biking, cook-outs
and all that summer brings! We had a long winter we all deserve some relaxing summer time fun!
Mayor Joseph Migliorini
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Monthly Update
Diana Augustine, Executive Secretary COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
CONGRATULATIONS EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Myra Staresina Severyn, Macedonia Prosecutor
My name is Myra Staresina Severyn, and I am your Macedonia Prosecutor. I have
prosecuted on behalf of the City of Macedonia since May 1996—initially as Assistant
Prosecutor, and, as of January 2009, Prosecutor. I have been an attorney for 30 years and
graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1987. I am licensed
to practice law in both California and Ohio. As part of my duties and responsibilities as
the Macedonia Prosecutor, I enforce the Codified Ordinances of the City of Macedonia
and the laws of the State of Ohio, including criminal, traffic and building code violations.
What is the role of a prosecutor? There are typically two schools of thought. The first is
that the role of a prosecutor is to obtain a conviction. The second is that the role of a
prosecutor is to do justice. I have always believed my primary duty is to do justice, and I
support the American Bar Association definition of prosecutorial function as the “duty to
seek justice, not merely to convict.” The duty to seek justice means that I review each
case critically and make every opportunity to speak with not only the victim in the case, but also the witnesses and the
defendant, or the person being charged. I often receive direct telephone calls from members of the public about a case
that they believe ought to be pursued, and when I do, I routinely direct those individuals to the Macedonia Police
Department.
If you believe that you are a victim of a crime, the first step in the process is to contact the Macedonia Police
Department. An officer will be assigned to investigate your case. I am often contacted at the conclusion of an
investigation regarding potential charges, but more often than not, I first learn of a case well after charges are filed and
after the defendant appears in court and pleads “not guilty.” The matter is then scheduled for a pre-trial. A pre-trial is
an opportunity to speak with the defendant or his or her attorney in order to resolve a case without going to trial. If a
resolution is not reached, the matter is then scheduled for a trial.
If a crime occurs in the City of Macedonia, any resulting case may be filed in our Mayor’s Court, the Stow Municipal
Court, or, if it is a felony, in the Court of Common Pleas. The City of Macedonia maintains a Mayor’s Court for the
convenience of its citizens. If a case is pending in the Mayor’s Court, I am present at the time of the arraignment or
the initial appearance. I often speak with defendants at that time regarding a potential resolution of the case. Many of
the cases in our Mayor’s Court are traffic offenses, and Driving Under Suspension (“DUS”) is one of the most
common traffic matters that we handle. If an individual is in court for a DUS, I routinely take the time to discuss the
defendant’s driving record, including the reason for the suspension and what I believe needs to be done to clear the
suspension. If the case resolves at the arraignment, then no further court appearance is required.
If the case is pending in the Stow Municipal Court, the initial appearance is before a Judge or Magistrate. Prosecutors
do not routinely attend the arraignment. The defendant is able to plead “guilty,” or, if appropriate, “no contest” at that
time to resolve his or her case. If the defendant pleads “not guilty,” then a pre-trial is scheduled with the prosecutor at
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Monthly Update
Diana Augustine, Executive Secretary COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
a later date. At the pre-trial, I discuss the case with the defendant or his or her attorney. The defendant can then
change his or her plea to resolve the case or maintain the previously entered “not guilty” plea and proceed to trial. A
trial is before a judge or, if the charge carries with it the potential for jail, before a jury.
I have witnessed many changes in the City of Macedonia since I began prosecuting on its behalf, and all of those
changes have resulted in its reputation as one of the premier communities in Northeast Ohio. Many factors go into
assessing the quality of a community and in its reputation. Safety and security are always key to a City’s reputation.
Low crime is associated with committed law enforcement by all parties, including the victims, whether persons or
retailers, the police, and the prosecutor. We all work together in decreasing crime in the City. When I became
Prosecutor in 2009, one of our largest retailers was not actively reporting or prosecuting shoplifters. After a couple of
years, they began to do so. The loss prevention officer told me years later that when that store started to aggressively
prosecute shoplifters, there was a bin in the store where employees put empty containers from items that had been
stolen after they were removed from the containers. I was told the loss was approximately $1.2 million dollars
annually just from computing the value of the items stolen from the empty containers. After almost 3 years of sending
the message that shoplifters will be prosecuted in Macedonia, I was told the empty boxes in the bin had been reduced
to an annual loss of approximately $375,000. We can and have sent the message that we will pursue thefts and other
crimes that occur in Macedonia, and based upon the information that was conveyed from at least one of the stores in
The Commons, fewer people are coming to steal in the City of Macedonia when they know that prosecution is likely
to occur if they are apprehended.
Another factor in the reputation of a community is the aesthetics of the City and the adherence to the Building Code.
If you are contacted by our Building Inspection, know this. He is helping you as the resident or business owner to
maintain your investment in the property that you own in Macedonia. The goal of the Building Department is
compliance with the Building Code and not revenue. Every effort is made to consider the needs of the resident or
business owner, but the goal of compliance with the Building Code is and must be achieved in order to protect all who
live or own property in the City.
Finally, many years ago I started an informal mediation program for those disputes that are driven primarily by
emotion and that tend to escalate to criminal charges if not addressed at the inception of the problem. Neighbor
disputes and boyfriend/girlfriend relationships are often appropriate for mediation.
Effective law enforcement is truly a collaboration between the victim, the police and the prosecutor. When we all
work together, we can reduce crime and elevate the reputation of the City as a desirable place to live and work. It is
truly my pleasure to serve the citizens of Macedonia as your Prosecutor.
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Monthly Update
Diana Augustine, Executive Secretary COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
CONGRATULATIONS TO BUSINESS OF THE MONTH...
Physician Hearing Centers
640 E. Aurora Road
Macedonia 44056
P: 330-908-0367
F: 330-908-0370
Patient Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 9am to 5pm
Wednesday, Friday - 9am to 1pm
Physician Hearing Centers was founded to help members of the greater Cleveland area obtain more from a local
hearing healthcare provider. The doctors of Physician Hearing Centers, both ENT and Audiology, take a holistic
approach when it comes to treating hearing loss by offering both medical and audiological expertise. With over 50
years of combined experience, we feel that we offer patients the best options when it comes to your hearing health
concerns. Whether through medicine, hearing aids, assistive listening devices or good communication strategies, our
doctors’ goal is to improve your quality of life through better hearing.
We opened our Macedonia location in 2011 and have a second location in Mayfield Heights that has been proudly
serving the northeast Cleveland communities for over 30 years. Our Macedonia team includes an ENT physician, Dr.
Bert Brown and two Doctors of Audiology, Dr. Stephanie Rosenblum and Dr. Alison Lipp. Our Macedonia patients
love our SER (Sound Experience Room) where they can experience real-life environmental sounds before leaving the
office with their new hearing aids. We are happily accepting new patients in both of our locations!
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Building Department
Nino Monaco, Chief Building Official COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
Zoning News June 2018
WE DO IT!!
With all the beautification efforts being done by various organizations and citizens, the City has received an
increased number of complaints about trash and recycle cans left curbside, or in front of the house, on a
permanent basis. Garbage cans are unsightly, not to mention that garbage cans in front of the house can really
put a dent in your home’s curb appeal. This notification is
being provided as a courtesy for residents to be made aware
of the City’s policy on this matter, and to help spread the
word. Macedonia Ordinance 1365.13 Rubbish and Garbage
Disposal states, “No waste container or other item for
disposal shall be
placed between the
building setback
line and the street
before 12:00 p.m.
of the day before
pickup, nor left
after 7:00 p.m. of
the day of pickup.”
With the exception
of collection day
and the hours noted above, the City is asking that all residents’ help to
Keep Macedonia Beautiful by placing trash and recycle containers in the most inconspicuous location on the
property. Acceptable places include inside the garage or shed, and the side and rear yards, as indicated on the
diagram to the right. Albeit, wheeling the large trash and recycle containers from the side or rear yard to the
curb may be slightly more difficult and time-consuming, especially during the winter months, but elimination
of garbage cans from street view will definitely be aesthetically pleasing to the eye, and a good thing for
property values. The City is asking for your cooperation in this Garbage Can Beautification Project, and as a
result, creating another reason to be proud to live in Macedonia!!
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Building Department
City Engineer, Joe Gigliotti COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
CITY OF MACEDONIA Building/Engineering
The Crossroads of Northeast Ohio Zoning Department
MEMORANDUM
Road Program
A total of thirty-three streets are currently under contract to be paved as part of the 2018 Road Program. Through a
competitive public bidding process, Specialized Construction has been awarded the paving contract these roads.
Construction is taking place concurrently on many roads. As such, some roads are in different stages of reconstruction
than others, and there are some roads in which the work has not yet begun.
Shepard Hills Boulevard and Robin Lane Water Main Improvements
Water main improvements are scheduled for both roads in 2018. The City has received complete grant funding to perform
this work. Once the water main work is complete, each road will be repaved. All affected residents will be given advance
notification of this work.
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Council News COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
NOTES FROM YOUR CITY COUNCIL…
PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT
Council has set the meeting schedule for the summer, with meetings once per month as opposed to the usual two
meetings per month. The summer schedule is as follows:
• Thursday, June 14 at 7:30 PM. Council member Jan Tulley (jtulley@macedonia.oh.us) will be available to
speak with residents beforehand at 6:30.
• Thursday, July 26 at 7:30 PM. Council president Nick Molnar (nmolnar@macedonia.oh.us) will be avail
able to speak with residents beforehand at 6:30.
• Thursday, August 9 at 7:30 PM. Council member Vini Ventura (vventura@macedonia.oh.us) will be avail
able to speak with residents beforehand at 6:30.
The regular council meeting schedule will resume in September, with meetings on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of
each month.
Be Mindful of Your Neighbors On The Street!
It’s time to get outside again, and not just in our yards and parks. Many of our neighborhoods to not have sidewalks,
so cars must share the streets with walkers, runners, bicyclists and other types of wheeled fun. Please observe the
posted speed limits and be extra mindful of activity in the streets. With all of the new paving happening this year, you
never know who might be inspired to roll on out there!
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Finanace Department
Rhonda C. Hall, Finance Director COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
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Fire Department
Tim Black, Fire Chief COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
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Tim Black, Fire Chief COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
WHY FLUSHING HYDRANTS AND 'WASTING'
WATER KEEPS YOU SAFE
Flushing hydrants can be frustrating to residents in places with low water supplies,
but it is essential to ensuring clean and safe water. You have probably seen it many
times and thought to yourself, "what a waste of good clean water!" Flushing hydrants
can be frustrating to residents in places with low water supplies or those who pay
high premiums to keep their taps flowing. While it may seem like a waste of good
clean water, flushing of hydrants is essential to keeping your water safe and maintain
the integrity of a pipe network. Flushing hydrants can be done to not only test the fire
flow capacity in the event of a fire, but also to remove sediment and rust from the
water, or to maintain proper chlorine concentrations in your area.
First, let's look at flushing hydrants for the purpose of keeping chlorine
concentrations high for disinfection purposes. Chlorine additions are common
disinfection procedures in US water treatment plants, and it ensures that bacteria are
not thriving in the water or pipe network. However, chlorine naturally degrades the longer it is in water, which
means that water sitting in pipes for long periods of time or further out from the treatment plant can have
concentrations lower than acceptable, creating danger. Hydrants are flushed to keep water moving and keep pipes
from stagnating in this case. Another reason hydrant flushing can be necessary is if water becomes stagnant in
pipes, or water becomes contaminated. Sediments, rust, and even chemicals can sometimes leach into a water
system from broken pipes or even the linings of the pipes themselves. Engineers recognize this risk and determine
key locations where hydrant flushing will increase water quality.
The final reason hydrants may be flushed is to test or record flow values. Certain codes indicate the necessary fire
flows from hydrants in order to maintain safety in the event of a disaster. Pressures and flow rates at hydrants can
be drastically affected by other users' usage of water, or even possibly a burst pipe. Periodical testing ensures that
there is enough water supply, which also can affect home and business owners' insurance rates.
To summarize, if you see a fire hydrant running for hours on end, it isn't the city just wasting water. If the city could
keep the water, they would. After all, no one is paying for the water being flushed from a hydrant so ultimately the
water utility loses some money. Now, you may say why not transport the water unsuitable for drinking to water a
park or put it to good use? While this is a noble venture, it often proves much too costly, and dumping the excess
down storm drains is the only viable solution. If you want to hear this directly from a water utility, check out the
short video below about why Plano, Texas, a suburb of Dallas, often has to flush their hydrants.
Source:
https://interestingengineering.com/flushing-hydrants-wasting-water-keeps-safe
http://www.cleveland19.com/story/38115429/why-are-hydrants-flushed-twinsburg-fire-department-explains
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Jon Golden, Chief COMMUNITY LINK
june 2018
SUMMER CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
The following crime prevention tips are recommended by the Police Department:
Bike Theft Prevention
• Most bikes are stolen while left unlocked. If you’re not riding it, LOCK IT UP!
Bike Safety Tips
• Obey the rules of the road.
• Always wear a helmet.
• Wear bright-colored or reflective clothing while riding.
• Always ride with traffic – never against it.
• Parents should be aware of where their children are going.
Vacation Watch
• Alert the Police Department for them to do a house check when leaving town on vacation.
Call non-emergency Dispatch 330.468.1234 or you can come in and fill out the Vacation Form.
• Have someone pick up your mail and newspapers.
• Leave a lamp on a timer.
• Always lock your home, garage or office.
General Safety
• Lock up your car in evening.
• Do not leave valuables in your car.
• If you must leave items in your car, put the items in the trunk.
Have a safe summer; it is our honor to protect and to serve you.
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City of Macedonia FunFest is back! Take a look at our awesome lineup for this year above!
Presale tickets are currently available at the Rec Center front desk for only $15! Ticket is valid
for one all day ride pass for any one day of FunFest. Tickets are per person.
Participate in a 5K to benefit the Humane Society of Summit County. A great race from our Rec
Center's front door through our Longwood Park trails. The first 150 participants receive a race
shirt. Enjoy live music at the FunFest stage and one free beer ticket to all runners 21 and older!
Register online at hermescleveland.com
Thank you to our current 2018 sponsors!
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Camp Macedonia
Monday-Friday, June 11-August 10
Camp Macedonia Summer Day Camp
offers you the opportunity to enroll your
child for the weeks that work best. Camp
is primarily held outside at the pavilion
area of Longwood Park within walking
distance to fields/open grass areas, lake,
trails, & rec center.
Camp Macedonia campers swim up to four times a week at the Macedonia Family Recreation
Center. Macedonia Rec. Center offers 2 pools (0-4ft & 3.5-11ft) for the campers to use. Swim
activities include games and open play.
Special field trips are scheduled each week excluding July 4th week. Campers are transported
by school bus. Each week offers a new theme and activities surrounding that theme. Your
camper can enjoy cookouts every Friday instead of bringing a lunch. Field trips include: Water
Works Park, Fun N Stuff, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Nickajack Farm, Camp Hi, Akron
Rubberducks, Roseland Bowling.
Registration deadline is one week prior to the desired camp week start.
Day Camp per week: Resident $113 Non Resident $128
July 4th week: Macedonia Resident $90/ Non-Resident $102
Extenders
Before Care: 7:30 – 9:00am Non Resident $36 / Resident $26
(July 4th week: Macedonia Resident $21/ Non-Resident $29)
After Care: 3:00 – 6:00pm Non Resident $56 / Resident $46
(July 4th week: Macedonia Resident $37/ Non-Resident $45)
A $15 late fee will be assessed for registrations accepted passed the deadline
During the weeks of June 11– July 13 Camp Macedonia is partnering with Solutions Behavioral
Consulting to offer day camp for children with ASD and other developmental disorders or
behavioral needs. Camp SBC offers a 1 on 1 ratio. All SBC counselors are background screened.
Registration is required through Solutions Behavioral Consulting. This 5-week program provides
SBC campers with full inclusion opportunities. Camp activities include specially designed
opportunities for instruction in social skills, academics, and other educational goals as
designated by each student’s IEP. SLP and OT services are provided at an additional cost. For
more information: www.solutionsbehavioral.com
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Rec Center Equipment
Our new treadmills and spin bikes are
here! Our weight room equipment is
arriving May 31. Come see it for yourself!
Locker Room Expansion
The construction is ongoing of the new addition of our locker
rooms! When the project is complete, we will have 3 new locker
rooms (Men’s, Women’s and Family Changing).
Tiny Movers Tap & Ballet
Fridays, 4:00-4:55pm
3-4yrs
Combination dance class of tap and ballet with tumbling and dance games for kids. This
energetic and expressive class will have your Tiny Mover learning basic dance and motor skills,
musicality and rhythm to reach class goals in fun creative ways. Class is designed to be
progressive, continuing session to session until the annual spring recital. For more information
or to register: http://www.dancetoevolve.com
Cost: $62/ 4-Week Month
Star Shiners Tap & Ballet
Fridays, 5:00-5:55pm
4.5-6yrs
Keep your Star Shiner moving in this tap and
ballet combination class for boys and girls.
This progressive class introduces curriculum goals through fun movement allowing your dancer
to be challenged while expressing themselves. Dancers develop dance, listening, and
coordination skills, including an emphasis on ballet terminology and technique as they work
towards the annual spring recital. For more information or to
register: http://www.dancetoevolve.com
Cost: $62/ 4-Week Month
Blood Drive
June 28, 1:00 – 7:00 pm
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Tot T-ball
Season 2: Mondays & Wednesdays, July 16-30, 6:00pm
We offer an instructional t-ball league for boys and girls ages
4-6. Children will be placed onto teams and will have 2
meetings of practice and 3 sessions of games. Volunteer
coaches are needed! Additional weekday dates may be added
to Season 1 if rain outs. League uses tennis balls for
practice/games (helmets not required). Players need to
provide a ball glove. Registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to
the start of season or until full. Sign-up at the front desk!
Resident $25 / Non Resident $30
Summer Swim Lessons
Day Session 1, June 11-June 21
Day Session 2, June 25-July 5
Saturday Session, June 23-August 4
We offer swim lessons for ages 6 months through adults. Registration is open now. Sign-up at
the front desk before it's too late! Visit macrec.com/aquatics/swim-lessons for times and
pricing.
Manta Rays
Season starts the week of June 11
Ages 6-18
Visit our website for times, dates and more info!
American Red Cross Lifeguard Course
Monday-Thursday, 12:30-4:30 pm
Starting the weeks of June 11 and June 18.
You must attend all sessions. Certification is contingent upon completion of the course and final
exams. Become a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard!
Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp
Monday-Friday, June 18-22
Join the most popular soccer camp in North America! Mini-soccer for
ages 4-6 years and half day camp for ages 6-14. Visit macrec.com for
more info under sports camps!
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Macedonia Family Fishing Day
Saturday, June 16
Session 1: 9:00-10:30 am; Session 2: 10:30 am-12:00 pm (Limit of 40
individuals per session)
Enjoy the morning with fishing activity and lessons in casting, knot tying,
conservation & more! This event is FREE and funded by the ODNR Division of
Wildlife! Ages 17 and under will be provided with a fishing rod and bait.
Macedonia Community Wide Garage Sale
Saturday & Sunday, June 23 & 24
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
City residents are encouraged to participate in a city
wide garage sale event by hosting a sale at their home or
by shopping at area sales. Please register your address
with the Macedonia Family Recreation Center by
submitting a participation form that is available online or
at the Rec. The City sales that are registered by June 14th
will be included on a participation list that will be
accessible online on the Recreation Center’s website (www.macrec.com). Copies will also be
available at the center’s front desk. The participation list will be made available on June 19th.
(Names and phone numbers will not be published.) Participation in the sale is not required.
Macedonia Resident participation listing: FREE
Macedonia Resident participation listing with list of sale items: $5
For more information, please contact the Macedonia Recreation Center at (330) 468-8370.
Make sure to follow us on social media!
“Macedonia Rec Center” on Facebook
@MacRecOhio on Twitter and Instagram
Join our Parks & Rec mailing list to receive
all updates regarding the Rec Center.
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FREE mulch is available to all Macedonia Residents. The mulch
is located at 9683 Valley View Road. This is available on a first
come first serve basis. You will want to bring your own contain-
ers and shovels to collect the mulch. We ask that you please be
considerate to other Macedonia residents and only take what you
need. No commercial landscaping businesses allowed.
RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP
On May 22nd we hosted another Rain Barrel Workshop with Kate Chapel from Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners
and Sandy Barbic from Summit Soil & Water Conservation District. The event was for anyone interested in starting
their own rain barrel system. The participants learned how rain barrels can divert hundreds of gallons of stormwater
over their lives and to use it to irrigate their yard and gardens. They had hands on experience where they made their
rain barrel on site. They also learned that they can possibly be eligible for a credit toward their stormwater utility
fee. If you would be interested in attending a Rain Barrel Workshop contact us at 330-468-8330. If there is enough
interest we will host another event.
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Introducing for the first time in Macedonia..
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INDIA RAI
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FREE RKING!
Food Fair NO
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FREE
PA 2018 HIN
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*An Indian food and cultural extravaganza*
Featuring:
Mouth-watering Indian cuisine, Masala dosa station, Indian barbeque, Icecream,
live DJ, Dance shows, Inflatables, Balloons and lots of games, music and dance!!
SATURDAY, JULY 14, 2018
1 PM TO 8 PM
St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Grounds
1252 E Aurora Rd, Macedonia, OH 44056
Email: indiafoodfair2018@gmail.com; Website: www.indiafoodfaircleveland.com
Contact: Sherryl Philip (440) 628-1796 Abraham Pannikotu (330) 375-1975
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Mac Rec 5K for the Rescue!
5K, 1-mile walk, kids' dash!
More than just another 5k!
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NEWS RELEASE
KRISTEN M. SCALISE CPA, CFE ∙ FISCAL OFFICER
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Sarah Hegnauer
Deputy Fiscal Officer, Community Relations
shegnauer@summitoh.net
(330)643-8472
FISCAL OFFICER KRISTEN M. SCALISE ANNOUNCES UNANIMOUS PASSAGE
OF LEGISLATION TO PROTECT PROPERTY OWNERS
Akron, Ohio, May 18, 2018 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has
announced that legislation to help protect Ohio’s seniors and other unsuspecting populations
against deceptive marketing practices has unanimously passed by both the House and Senate
Chambers. Amended House Bill 52 makes several reforms to regulate the solicitation of real
property deeds.
Amended House Bill 52 comes in response to deed solicitation scams plaguing many Ohioans,
including the elderly and first time homeowners. These scams involve companies outside of
Ohio sending official looking notifications to property owners, instructing them to acquire a
copy of their deed at the cost of $80-$90. Homeowners are often unaware that they can obtain
a certified copy of their deed directly from the Summit County Fiscal Office for only $5.
“Thank you to the Ohio legislature for protecting our property owners from consumer scams like
this,” said Fiscal Officer Scalise. “I want Summit County homeowners to know that they can
obtain a copy of their deed directly from my office, without the assistance of a third party. The
cost for a printed copy is $4, plus an additional $1 if you would like the deed certified. Electronic
copies can be downloaded from our website at no cost.”
The provisions under Amended House Bill 52 require that specific disclosures be made to
consumers when they are solicited a fee for real property deeds. Companies will now be
required to include the cost to obtain the deed from the county recorder, the contact
information for the county recorder, and the name and address of the person soliciting the fee.
The bill also prohibits charging a fee of more than four times the cost to obtain a copy of the
deed from the county recorder. A violation of these requirements falls under the Ohio
Consumer Sales Practices Act and may result in a fine.
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Property owners who would like to obtain a copy of their deed may submit a request in person
or by mail to the Summit County Fiscal Office. The cost of the copy is $4, plus an additional $1
to have the copy certified. When requesting a copy of your deed by mail, please send a check
and a self-addressed stamped envelope to Summit County Fiscal Office, Recorder Division, 175
S. Main St., 4th floor, Akron, OH 44308.
For more information, contact the Summit County Fiscal Office, Recorder Division at 330-643-
2712 or email summittreas@summitoh.net.
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8th Year Sponsorship Silvercreek Duo
Karen Ferritto Organizer Jeff J. Snell Attorney Sagamore Hills
3rd Year Sponsorship
Bob & Carol Koperna Nicole Soltis Animal Hospital
Claudine Steinfurth 1st Year Sponsorship
Claudine Steinfurth Pat Szilagyi Coldwell Banker Hunter Realty
11th Year Sponsorship
David Macraild FOOD FOOD
Reanna Montaro vendor vendor
Marie Adamini
Michelle Novilla Rose Mary Snell August 5 Northfield Center Gazebo September 2 Macedonia Longwood Park
Tony Ferritto
Ice Cream Social Pavillion 3
Miranda Olivo 9546 Brandywine Rd 1566 E. Aurora Rd.
Contact Information: The Northfield Center Macedonia
Facebook: Nordonia Hills Concerts Frank & Dean The Good Knights
Email: NordoniaConcerts@aol.com
Show Michaels Auto Parts
Nordonia Hills 9th Year Sponsorship
Chamber of Commerce
13th Year Sponsorship
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Proud Supporter of the Concert Series for 21 years.
www.kimptonprinting.com Rain Date (if needed TBA)
Our 2018 concerts were made possible by our fine neighbors BRONZE $1 - $49
and merchants. Say thanks when you see them.
SPONSORS 2018 SILVER $50 - $99 Althea Marquardt * Nordonia Hills Garden Club
Coldwell Banker Hunter Realty Applebee’s - Macedonia * Northfield Gun Company
Claudine Steinfurth * Bert Szilagyi Bob & Carol Koperna * Northfield Florist
Jeff J. Snell Attorney
* Bob Evans Restaurant - Macedonia Capital Builders & Supply Northfield Plaza Barber Shop
Michaels Auto Parts
Mike Pietro * Casa D’Angelo‘s Restaurant Olga Jazak
Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce Chilis - Restaurant
Laura Sparano * Cinemark - Macedonia Pat Szilagyi
Sagamore 400 Townhouses, LLC Dave & Sue Macraild Dorothy Wick * Peggy’s Lunch Box
James Hunt, Pam Oliver
Sagamore Hills Animal Hospital * Drayer Rehabilitation
* Dunkin’ Donuts - Macedonia Richard & Louise Witt
Mark & Annette Hennis Eddie Strnad Roberta Virzi
DIAMOND $300 - UP * Dos Corona’s Mexican Restaurant * Farmer Jones Indoor Market Robert & JoAnne Zarle
* Chick-Fil-A - Macedonia Historical Society of Old Northfield Gary Dolak * Russo’s Pizza - Northfield
* Legacy Hair Studio - Northfield * Giuseppe‘s Ristorante * Spennato’s Ristorante
Jason & Nicole Soltis
* Golden Coral * Stan’s Bakery - Northfield
GOLD $100 - $299 Katch Band Leslie & Elaine Rachocki * Starbucks - Macedonia
Dudley & Rose Mary Snell * Luna’s Restaurant * Sunoco - Northfield
Long Tail Knits
Ferfolia Funeral Home Michele Benkowski * Tantastic Tan & Nails
* First Watch Daytime Cafe * Outback Steak House
Friends of Nordonia Hills Library * Peppers Fresh Market *DOOR PRIZES GENEROUSLY DONATED BY THESE FINE BUSINESSES
Johnson - Romito Funeral Home Help keep our Sunday evening concerts alive. Your donations are appreciated.
* Planet Fitness Make Donations Payable to:
Marilyn Daub
Nordonia Hills Concerts
* Northfield Tire * Reineckers Bakery
P.O. Box 670792
* Pat Dee’s Pub & Eatery Northfield, Ohio 44067-0792
Richard & Doris Wolfe
Paul Kaiser
Please return with donation.
Reserve Realty Company * Romeo’s Pizza - Northfield
* Sports Clips - Macedonia * Wills Jewelers
Name: _________________________________ Amount:_________________
Tony & Karen Ferritto Date:______________________________
* DOOR PRIZES GENEROUSLY DONATED BY THESE FINE BUSINESSES
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NEWS RELEASE
KRISTEN M. SCALISE CPA, CFE ∙ FISCAL OFFICER
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Sarah Hegnauer
Deputy Fiscal Officer
shegnauer@summitoh.net
(330)643-8472
SECOND HALF 2017 REAL ESTATE TAX BILLS TO BE MAILED,
DUE ON JULY 20
Akron, Ohio, June 1, 2018 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has
announced that second half 2017 real estate tax bills will be mailed beginning Monday, June 11,
2018. The closing date for payment will be Friday, July 20, 2018, with the exception of military
personnel. Real estate taxes are deferred for military reservists who are on active duty.
Applications can be obtained by calling 330-643-8088 or visiting our website at
http://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net.
There are several convenient ways for taxpayers to make payment:
1. In person: Payments can be made in person at the Summit County Fiscal Office,
Treasurer Division, 3rd floor of the Ohio Building, 175 S. Main St., Akron 44308. Office
hours are 7:30am-4:00pm, Monday through Friday.
2. By mail: Mailed payments must be U.S. postmarked by July 20, 2018 to avoid the
statutory 10% penalty for late payment. A private meter is not valid for establishing the
date of payment.
3. At banks who participate in the Regional Tax Collection System: A list of participating
banks is included on your tax bill. Checks must be payable to the banking institution.
4. Online or by phone: Tax bills can be paid online or by phone through a secure payment
service provided by Official Payments Corporation. Taxpayers will need their parcel
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number on-hand. A nominal service fee will be charged by Official Payments
Corporation. To pay taxes online or by phone, go to
http://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net/index.php/on-line-tax-payments.
5. At a MoneyGram location: In person cash payments can be made through MoneyGram,
a payment service offered at 35,000 locations nationwide. MoneyGram provides
guaranteed same-day transactions. A nominal service fee will be charged by Official
Payments Corporation. To locate a MoneyGram center, visit
www.OfficialPayments.com/locate or call 1-800-MoneyGram.
The Tax Installment Program (TIP) will be available again this year. Homeowners who pay their
real estate taxes directly to the Fiscal Office, but cannot pay the full second half amount due,
can avoid late payment penalties by enrolling in the TIP. To be eligible, all taxes and assessments
must be current. The deadline to sign up is July 20, 2018, also the last day to pay second half
2017 real estate taxes. Call 330-643-2869 for more information.
The Fiscal Office continues to offer various plans to assist in the payment of delinquent taxes.
Any taxpayer who is delinquent should call 330-643-2600.
We remind taxpayers that Ohio law states it is their responsibility to obtain and pay their tax bill
on time. If you have not received a tax bill by the end of June, please call 330-643-2588 or call
our toll-free number at 1-888-388-5613. Tax bills can also be downloaded from our website at
http://FiscalOffice.summitoh.net. Click on the “Property” box in the top menu, search for your
property and then click on the link in the left side menu titled “Tax Bill (PDF)”.
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COMMUNITY LINK
City Hall... june 2018
Flag Day…June 14
CELEBRATE THE PRIDE THE COURAGE AND THE GLORY…
THAT BINDS US TO THE STARS AND STRIPES…
HAPPY FATHERS DAY…JUNE 17
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