The Bedford September 4 - 18, 2014Volume 5 :: No. 18

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Celebrating 5 years in Bedford!

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Baidehi Maiti, MD, PhD, a Cleveland Clinic oncologist at South Pointe Hospital and Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center, says that while most women are familiar with self-checks, mammograms and breast cancer symptoms, many make incorrect assumptions.

Myth #1. Breast cancer is mostly hereditary. False! More than half the women who get breast cancer don’t have any relatives who’ve had it. Only 30 to 40 percent of breast cancer cases are genetic or hereditary.

“All women have some risk of breast cancer” says Dr. Maiti. “No one should skip regular mammograms just because she thinks she’s ‘safe.’”

Myth #2. If your mom didn’t have breast cancer, you won’t either. Incorrect! The truth is, your risk of hereditary breast cancer increases if any relative — on either your mother’s or father’s side — had breast cancer before menopause, breast cancer in both breasts or ovarian, prostate, colon or thyroid cancer.

In addition to these hereditary factors, women who have had chest radiation for any reason or ever had an atypical breast lump (even if it wasn’t cancerous) are also at higher risk.

Myth #3. You can’t do anything to prevent breast cancer. Wrong! There’s a lot you can do to reduce your risk:

For an appointment with Dr. Maiti or another Cleveland Clinic oncologist, call 216.444.HOPE.

Busting three myths about breast cancer.

Baidehi Maiti, MD, PhD

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Be Disaster Aware. Take Action to Prepare.September is National Preparedness

Month, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) encourages everyone to make disaster preparedness a priority.

“National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder that we all need to prepare for disasters and emergencies,” said FEMA Region V acting regional administrator, Janet Odeshoo. “Make disaster readiness manageable by taking one step at a time— start by learning your specific risk, then gather supplies for an emergency kit, and finally develop a family communications plan. By taking these small, but critical, steps, over time you can be prepared for disasters.”

Severe weather and other emergencies can strike with little or no warning and can have disastrous impacts. Already this year, the Midwest has experienced several waves of destructive severe storms, including the

severe flooding in parts of Minnesota. Additionally, other parts of the country are currently fighting flooding and other emergencies that threaten the infrastructure people depend on every day. Whether at home or on the go, everyone should learn the steps necessary to make preparedness part of their everyday life.

“As a nation we are seeing disasters increase in their size and complexity, and they are occurring with greater frequency,” said Odeshoo. “The impacts of these events are a reminder that everyone should be prepared for the hazards faced in their communities or even while traveling. Make preparedness a priority for your family today and help encourage a culture of preparedness in your community.”

Throughout the month, FEMA will offer tips to help you be disaster ready, including ways you can stay

safe during a disaster and steps you can take to protect yourself and your family when traveling. Follow FEMA Region V online at twitter.com/femaregion5 and www.facebook.com/fema, to receive the latest preparedness updates.

For detailed information about how to be ready for severe weather in your area, including a list of items you will want to have in your emergency kit, visit http://www.ready.gov.

Pooka is Coming!The City Of Bedford’s Weekend Of

The Pooka: A Celebration Of The Arts, is a weekend-long event celebrating fine art, music, dance, authors, hands-on crafts and food that begins on Friday September 12 and runs through Sunday, September 14.

The weekend kicks off Friday evening at 7:00 pm with a party at Catered Elegance, 1160 Broadway Avenue in Bedford. After a meet and greet with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, WIXY-1260 entertains with a nostalgic musical tour of the 60’s and 70’s. Costumes of the era are welcome. Proceeds from the concert support arts programs in Bedford. For ticket information, phone Annie at 440-232-1600.

On Saturday and Sunday, Bedford Commons, 730 Broadway Avenue comes

alive with color and excitement! Free admission, parking, entertainment and family fun. Festivities include an art show and sale; multiple gourmet food vendors live performances of music and dance. Featured performances run the gamut from cool jazz to American folk, rockin’ blues to fusion and zydeco. Add colorful cultural dancers and a magic show and you have a weekend of unbeatable entertainment.

There’s even more to explore in Imagination Village – an area dedicated to hands-on art activities that includes origami, painting, collages, poetry writing, clay sculpture, weaving, masques, hats and

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Bedford Schools Providing Food Programs for Families The Bedford City School District

announced its 2014-201 five program year policy for free and reduced-price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals or milk served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program. Each school office and the central office have a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party.

The Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines will be used for determining eligibility. Children

from families whose annual income is at or below the Federal Guidelines are eligible for free and reduced price meals or free milk if the school participates in the Special Milk Program.

Application forms are being distributed to all homes in a letter to parents or guardians. To apply for free and reduced-price benefits, households should fill out the application and return it to the school. Additional copies are available at the principal’s office in each school. A complete application is required. Households which currently receive Special Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits (SNAP, formally known as food stamps) or Ohio Works First (OWF) funds for a child must provide the child’s name, the SNAP or OWF case number and signature of an adult household member on the application. Households which do not receive SNAP or OWF funds must provide the names of all household members, the last four digits of the Social Security Number of the adult signing the application or state “none” if the adult does not have a Social Security

Number, the amount and source of income received by each household member, (state the monthly income) and the signature of an adult household member. If any of this information is missing, the school cannot process the application.

FREE HEALTH CARE: Families with children eligible for school meals may be eligible for FREE health care coverage through Medicaid and/or Ohio’s Healthy Start & Healthy Families programs. These programs include coverage for doctor visits, immunizations, physicals, prescriptions, dental, vision, mental health, substance abuse and more. Please call 1-800-324- 8680 for more information or to request an application. Information can also be found on the web at http:// jfs.ohio.gov/ohp/consumers/familychild.stm. Anyone who has an Ohio Medicaid card is already receiving these services.

The information provided on the application is confidential and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility and may be verified at any time during the school year by school or other program official. To discourage the possibility of misrepresentation, the application forms contain a statement above the space for signature certifying that all information furnished is true and correct. Applications are being made in connection with the receipt of federal funds.

Schools or other officials may check the information on the application at any time during the school year. Deliberate

misrepresentation of information may subject the applicant to prosecution under applicable state and federal laws.

Households will be notified of the approval or denial of benefits.

Foster children are categorically eligible for free meal benefits regardless of the household’s income. If a family has foster children living with them and wishes to apply for such meals or milk for them, contact the school for more information.

Under the provision of the policy, Pat Bizer-Mahan, Food Service Supervisor, will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent or guardian disagrees with the decision on the application or the result of verification, the decision may be discussed with the determining official on an informal basis. If a formal appeal is desired, the household has the right to a fair hearing. A fair hearing can be requested either orally or in writing from: Richard Dillman, Director of Pupil Services, 475 Northfield Road, Bedford, Ohio 44146; Telephone 440-439-4363.

The policy contains an outline of the hearing procedure.

Households may apply for benefits any time during the school year. If a household is not currently eligible and if the household size increases or income decreases because of unemployment or other reasons, the family should contact the school to file a new application. Such changes may make the children of the family eligible for free or reduced-price benefits if the family income falls at or below the levels shown above.

The U.S Department of Agriculture

prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.)

If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at

www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington,

D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov.

Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish).

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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University Hospitals Summer Academy gives two area high school seniors health care career experiences at UH Bedford and Richmond medical centers

In August, two area high school seniors graduated from University Hospitals (UH) Summer Academy, offered this year for the first time at UH Bedford and Richmond medical centers, campuses of UH Regional Hospitals.

The program is open to one Bedford High School student and one Richmond Heights High School student who have completed their junior year and are planning a career in health care. Candidates must have a minimum grade point average of 3.500 to qualify.

Following a rigorous application process in the spring, this year’s students were selected as the 2014 delegates of the UH Summer Academy, which ran from June 17 – August 8. Reina Houston, who is beginning her senior year at Bedford High School, and Thomas Serowik, now a senior at Richmond Heights High School, spent the summer program shadowing health care professionals at both UH Bedford and Richmond medical centers.

Reina’s interests include rehabilitation

and sports medicine. “I enjoyed my time with Rehabilitation Services because being there showed me how patients should receive their speech, occupational and physical therapy services,” says Reina.

Thomas’s primary focus is radiology and surgery. “Everyone was so open in showing what they do, and I could see how the hospitals operate from the bottom to the top,” says Thomas.

At the end of the paid, eight-week program, Reina and Thomas received a certificate of completion. Both students plan to pursue a health care career after graduating high school in 2015.

“The 2014 UH Summer Academy program was as great an experience for the management and staff of UH Bedford and Richmond medical centers as it was for the students,” says Roy Longfellow, RN, BSN, Nurse Manager, UH Regional Hospitals, Richmond Campus. “It was a pleasure to interact with these two highly motivated individuals and we will all take great pleasure in learning what they will have

accomplished in the health care field.”

The UH Summer Academy was initiated five years ago by Robert G. and Flora David during Mr. David’s tenure as President of UH Conneaut and UH Geneva medical centers. When he was named President of UH Bedford and Richmond medical centers in January 2014, the Davids arranged to continue the program on the UH Regional Hospitals campuses.

“Flora and I are very passionate about the Academy – it’s our way of giving back,” says Mr. David. “It has far exceeded our expectations and we are humbled that our ninth and tenth students have now graduated from the Academy.”

The Davids plan to continue the

Academy program for years to come. “Each year, it allows two very bright students to experience what I have the privilege to witness every day at University Hospitals,” says Mr. David. “Our mission, ‘To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.’”

Applications for the 2015 UH Summer Academy will be available to juniors at Bedford and Richmond Heights High School this coming winter. Students are encouraged to ask their guidance counselors for details.

The Southeast branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library is located in Bedford at 70 Columbus Road, 440.439.4997

(Programs where registration is required/requested are marked with an *)

ADULT

*Computer Essentials: Friday, September 5th / 10:00 a.m. to

12:00 noon. Learn basic computer parts, how to use a mouse and keyboard and about Microsoft Windows.

*Internet Essentials: Friday, September 5th / 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Learn how to find what you’re looking for on the Internet and make sure it’s from a trusted source.

*DNA for Genealogists: Tuesday, September 16th / 6:30 p.m.

DNA testing is a powerful family history tool that can help you discover connections to your past. What kinds of DNA testing are useful in genealogical research and what are the implications? Genealogist Terry Blair will explain the types of DNA tests that are available for genealogy research and what they can help you discover.

TEEN

G2P: Animé Club: Wednesdays, September 3rd & 24th /

7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (Ages 11 – 18). Join us to play video games, board games and Yu-Gi-Oh trading card duels. We will also have iPads® available for Minecraft, Garageband and Stop Motion Animation activities. In the fall session, Anime Club is on the first and last Wednesdays of the month.

*G2P: SmashCon14: The Tournament: Thursday, September

18th / 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Think you’ve mastered Super Smash Bros. Brawl? Test your skills against other gamers in this county-wide tournament for teens in 6th-12th grade. The top 2 brawlers from each site will advance to the final championship at the Garfield Heights Branch on November 15th.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Family Storytime: Wednesday, September 3rd (thru

November 19th) / 6:30 p.m. (Children ages Birth to 8 years and their caregivers) Join

us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories.

*Kindergarten Club: Monday, September 15th /

7:00 p.m. Do you have a child who entered kindergarten in the fall? Then Kindergarten Club is for you and your child. Join us monthly for FREE food, fun and family activities as you and your child enter kindergarten this fall! This program is intended for children that did not attend preschool. There will be free books for the children and a family prize for attending. Register in person or call 440-439-4997.

*G2P: KidKart14: The Big Race: Saturday,

September 20th / 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. (Grades 3 – 5) You’ve gotta be fast at the wheel or you get the peel! Burn rubber on the Mario Kart Wii race track in our 3rd annual 3rd to 5th grade gaming tournament. The top 2 karts from each site will advance to the final championship at the Garfield Heights Branch on November 15th. Drivers, start your engines!

MIXED AGES

*Pen 2 Page Writing Crew: Saturdays, September 6th &

20th / 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Grades 4 – 10) Always wanted to try your hand at creative writing? This creative writing club for teens will provide writing prompts and exercises to help you improve your skills and provide a safe space to practice your craft. Sharing your work with the group (optional) can be helpful.

Access to Education: Thursday, August 28th / 2:00

to 4:00 p.m. The Educational Opportunity Center Student Advisers will be available to provide academic advising, help with completing financial aid applications, and career exploration. Stop by anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. to take advantage of the services available.

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Bedford City School District Fact Sheet The Board of Education has placed a 4.9 mill operating issue on the November 4th ballot to maintain our students’ academic progress. With careful planning and spending, the schools have gone more than five years without an operating issue.

Why do we need this issue? Since 2008, our schools have lost more than $13.5 million in state funds and have also made $3.5 million in cuts to remain fiscally responsible. Even with those reductions and cuts, the schools have made wise investments in the classrooms, allowing our students to make progress. How will we use funds from this issue to improve education? Funds from this issue will allow the Bedford Schools to continue providing quality education to more than 3,600 students. Our students have made many academic gains and have doubled the number of state standards met on the state report card over a five year span. This operating levy will allow us to continue that progress. How is the District managing its finances? The Bedford City School District is an excellent steward of public funds and we are watchful of every dollar used in the schools. In fact, the State Auditor recently awarded the schools with the “Auditor of State Award with Distinction” for record-keeping and finances. Even with the passage of this issue, the District will continue its watchful eye over finances and spending.

How will this issue impact the community? The quality of our schools affects our community’s quality of life. Families and businesses on the move are attracted to communities with strong schools. This issue will keep our schools strong and keep our cities attractive to families and businesses looking to relocate.

Who pays for this issue? Businesses and homeowners pay for this issue. This issue will cost the owner of a $75,000 home less than 35 cents per day.

What happens if this issue fails? Without this issue, the Bedford Schools will be forced to make $2 million in additional cuts that will negatively impact our classrooms and jeopardize our academic progress. When can residents begin voting on the issue? Election Day is November 4, but voters can begin voting on October 7. You can request an absentee ballot application and your registration status at the Board of Elections website at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us.

For more information on the Bedford Schools, please visit the District website at www.bedford.k12.oh.us, and like us on Facebook (BedfordCitySchoolDistrct).

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StandardCentennial Gift: Free Cruise Tickets for Sept. 13 and 28

The Cleveland Foundation today announced its September centennial gift to the community – Cleveland Foundation Weekends on the Water – which will showcase the long-term support the foundation has provided for projects that have improved access to, or helped development of, the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. The gift will make available 6,000 free tickets to hour-long cruises on Saturday, Sept. 13

and Sunday, Sept. 28.This latest monthly gift comes on

the heels of the foundation’s August announcement of a $5 million centennial legacy grant for the Lake Link Trail connecting Cleveland’s neighborhoods to the lakefront and riverfront.

For the Cleveland Foundation Weekends on the Water, the foundation is joining forces with several partners to

make the event a unique learning tour for families. A special cruise narration will highlight some of the recent exciting development along the river and lakefront. Also, representatives from the foundation’s September gift partners – Cleveland Metroparks, the city of Cleveland’s Office of Sustainability, The Nature Conservancy and Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District – will be on board during the cruises to answer

questions and to provide educational materials on topics such as local water quality and conservation efforts.

“We are pleased that our September centennial gift to the community focuses on two of our region’s greatest natural assets: Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River,” said Robert E.

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Dr. Davis, a lifelong Clevelander, graduated from St. Ignatius High School, Ohio State University and Meharry Medi-cal College. He has practiced family den-tistry in this area for the past twenty-eight years. Over the course of his career, Dr. Davis has received numerous awards and certifications. His particular areas of inter-est within general dentistry are smile en-hancement and treating snoring and sleep apnea. In his spare time, Dr. Davis enjoys traveling, bowling, sports, and spending time with family and friends.

Debra worked with Dr. Dodson eighteen years ago and is happy to rejoin her and her new associate Dr. Davis. She graduated hygiene school from Tri C and has been practicing dental hygiene for nineteen years. Debra’s professional af-filiations include the ADHA, The Acad-emy of Dental Hygiene Studies and Man-chesters Who’s Who for Professionals. She resides in Broadview Heights with her husband, Barney. She has a daughter, Danielle, who is a DMD in Boston; Brit-ney who is a nurse anesthetist at CCF and an eleven year old step-son Sean.

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Cuyahoga County Rolls Out New Fuel Quality ProgramFulfilling a promise first made by County

Executive Ed FitzGerald during this year’s State of the County address, Cuyahoga County’s Department of Consumer Affairs formally introduced legislation to establish a Fuel Quality Program to test octane levels at local gas stations and protect the interests of local consumers.

“Ohio is one of only three states that doesn’t already do this,” said FitzGerald. “Once again, where the state will not act, Cuyahoga County is prepared to stand up for the interests of our consumers by implementing a Fuel Quality Program that protects

hardworking men and women in Northeast Ohio. I encourage our County Council to act swiftly to enact this commonsense initiative.”

Using a near-infrared portable octane analyzer, Cuyahoga County employees will be able to measure the levels of octane at local gas stations and ensure consumers receive the product they pay for. While the Department of Consumer Affairs currently checks pumps at gas stations on a regular basis to ensure they are functioning correctly, the new Fuel Quality Program will make testing octane levels part of their regular

protocol. “Over the last four years, Executive

FitzGerald has established a new standard of responsibility in county government,” added Cynthia Sich, Director of the Cuyahoga County Department of Consumer Affairs. “I am proud to help lead the effort to implement these new protections for consumers across this great region.”

Under the legislation submitted to Council, any gas station may receive a stop sale order for violations detected at each pump, hose and/or storage tanks. Implementation of similar program in the State of Tennessee

coincided with a drop in violations from 20% of all gas stations to just 3%.

It is suggested that consumers check their vehicle owner’s manual for the octane grade that is recommended, regular octane is recommended for most vehicles. The use of lower octane than what is recommended can possibly affect vehicle efficiency and/or maintenance.

To report scams, inquire about a business or file a complaint concerning a consumer problem, contact the Cuyahoga County Department of Consumer Affairs at 216-443-7010.

many more take-home treasures. Book lovers can meet and talk with 20 well-known Ohio authors. Additional information can be found at www.bedfordpooka.org.

Richard Sedlon, creator of the Pooka for which the celebration is named, produced numerous paintings and sculptures during his lifetime. His artwork will be exhibited at the Bedford Historical Town Hall Museum. The

renovated Sedlon garden behind the historic Dunham House, his former residence, will stage poetry readings, musical entertainment and storytelling. The Old Church will also be open to view the rare pre-tracher Moeller organ and beautiful stain glass windows.

“We are extremely excited to host our annual Celebration Of The Arts, which provides an opportunity for both residents and visitors

to bring their families to Bedford to experience a wide variety of activities for patrons of all ages. This year, we’ve secured a multitude of artists, performers and activities that showcase the rich culture of the community. We look forward to a highly successful, interesting and entertaining weekend,” says Bedford Mayor, Stanley Koci.

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Pierre’s Ice Cream and Cleveland MetroParks Debut New Flavor

A most majestic setting surrounds Northeast Ohio…a treasure so beautiful and magical, it is called the Emerald Necklace. The Emerald Necklace is Cleveland Metroparks breathtaking network of parks, beaches, trails, picnic and fishing areas, golf courses and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Pierre’s Ice Cream Company chose to celebrate and promote the beauty of this regional gem with a unique flavor creation called Emerald Necklace Premium Ice Cream.

Pierre’s new Emerald Necklace features mint ice cream, chocolate cream cookies and trails of thick fudge. Emerald Necklace Ice Cream not only tastes delicious, but will benefit Cleveland Metroparks Trails Fund.

“Cleveland Metroparks is excited to partner with Pierre’s Ice Cream Company on a tasty new project. The collaboration of these two local business resulted in the launching of a delicious new ice cream flavor honoring Cleveland Metroparks,” said Brian Zimmerman, Cleveland Metroparks CEO. “Not only did Pierre’s find a way to capture the essence of Cleveland Metroparks in a new ice cream flavor, they found a

flavorful way to support Cleveland Metroparks Trails Fund.”

Pierre’s is proud of its Cleveland heritage and is eager to salute all of the great work performed over the past 97 years by Cleveland Metroparks Park Board, employees and volunteers. This flavor will not only help share the story of this natural treasure, but gives Clevelanders the chance to boast about one of their finest attractions.

Pierre’s has an over 80-year tradition of scooping up smiles with its unique and tasty premium ice creams. “Pierre’s and Cleveland Metroparks share similar traditions with Northeast Ohioans. Both evoke fond memories, celebrations and fun times with family and friends, and we hope the new Emerald Necklace Ice Cream will encourage more of those special moments,” explains Pierre’s president, Shelley Roth.

Pierre’s Emerald Necklace Premium Ice Cream is packaged in red 1.5 quart containers featuring eye-catching graphics. Emerald Necklace Ice Cream can be found in most stores where Pierre’s is sold.

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What’s up, America?

Your Tax Dollars—Going to Corporations for “Lost Future Profits”

If somebody told you that multinational corporations were suing our government for lost future profits—and winning—would you believe them?

That’s exactly what has been happening in international treaties that have been confirmed in the last decade, and new ones which are currently being negotiated. When countries dare to make laws to protect their local economies and their environment—generally after massive pressure from their citizens—corporations sue because this gets in the way of their plan to make usurious profits.

But the tide is turning. For years people in countries around the world as well as the US have been organizing against these unfair and unjust trade treaties. Now Alexis Goldstein reports on “Why Germany Is Backing Away From a Trade Deal that Lets Corporations Sue the Government.” (August 6, 2014)

“In a move that has many on the left cautiously celebrating, Reuters reported on July 28 that Germany might reject a new trade agreement between Canada and the European Union. The deal is called the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, or CETA. It’s part of a new wave of large, aggressive trade deals that also includes the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) between the United States and the European Union, and the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) between 12 countries of the Pacific Rim.”

“If all the deals passed, they would affect more than half of the world’s economy. But the red light from Germany could signal that these agreements are not as inevitable as their advocates suggest.”

“Germany’s objections are centered

specifically on the so-called ‘investor-state dispute settlement’ provisions in CETA. These provisions—also known by the acronym ISDS—allow transnational corporations to take legal action against individual governments if they believe that the country’s domestic laws violate a trade agreement. And the legal disputes happen through arbitration, which is a way to settle disputes completely outside of the involved countries’ courts.”

“We’ve seen this movie before. Chapter 11 of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) stipulates that three-person panels of private attorneys decide who wins in disputes between corporations and individual governments. These proceedings are closed to public observation.”

“The fallout has been dramatic: Corporations have used the NAFTA tribunals to win big-ticket monetary settlements from the taxpayers of nations whose domestic laws interfere with corporate profits. According to a report by the consumer-rights advocacy group Public Citizen, there are 17 pending claims in which corporations are seeking a total of $38 billion through NAFTA and other deals.”

“The compensation won through these claims hits particularly hard in Argentina—the most frequent target of these cases according to a 2014 report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTD). In one example, Argentina was ordered to pay $185.3 million to the energy company BG Group, who sued for profits lost when the country froze gas prices in 2001.”

Our government has had to pay unfair millions to these rapacious corporations, too. Here is the list of the number of cases in various countries:

Argentina 53Venezeula 37Czech Republic 28Egypt 23Canada 22Mexico 21

Poland 17United States 16India, Kazakhstan, Ukraine 14

“Another report by the U.N. shows that 66% of investor-state cases initiated in 2012 were brought against ‘developing or transition economies.’”

“Meanwhile, the number of corporate claims has been on the rise: The UNCTD’s report from 2014 shows that in 2002 there were fewer than 100 known treaty-based ISDS cases. By 2013, that number had reached 568—a five-fold increase over 11 years.”

“The cases settled through NAFTA’s dispute resolution tribunals show corporate and investor rights trumping national sovereignty and domestic laws. Exxon Mobil won $60 million from Canada in 2007 because local regulations required oil companies to pay to support research and development in the country’s poorest provinces. U.S. energy company Lone Pine Resources is seeking $250 million in damages because the firm ‘expended millions of dollars and considerable time and resources’ on a fracking project before Quebec banned fracking in 2011—a decision Lone Pine called ‘arbitrary’ and ‘capricious.’”

“Opposition to these provisions is not limited to the political left. The Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank, has taken issue with investor-state dispute provisions in trade agreements like the TPP and TTIP. The institute’s Free Trade Bulletin argued in March that investor-state dispute settlements are ‘an unnecessary, unreasonable, and unwise provision to include,’ and suggests sacrificing the provision in order to save the trade agreements.”

Some implications “Germany is no stranger to similar

dispute settlements. After the country decided to phase out nuclear power following the disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in 2011, the Swedish energy firm Vattenfall filed for

arbitration to seek €3.5 billion ($4.6 billion) in damages, blaming the country for past and future loss of profits.”

“Considering how that worked out, Germany’s change of heart is perhaps to be expected. But some commentators see the move as proof that global organizing against the new round of trade agreements is gaining ground. Arthur Stamoulis, director of the Citizens Trade Campaign, noted that ‘The German government and other governments are starting to feel the heat from public opposition to investor-state dispute settlements.’” (www.yesmagazine.org)

These international trade treaties are not a done deal! Governments and multinationals think all they need to do is say “Jobs” and that will make us shut up and go away. But the truth is that multinational corporations provide less than 1% of jobs!

The German government is on the verge of taking the previously unheard of step of saying No to this treaty that allows corporations to sue governments over laws legitimately passed. It is doing so not because they have enlightened leaders, but because of persistent pressure from its citizens. This is the lesson that our media and government doesn’t want you to understand. Change happens by movements. Movements are built by one person at a time deciding to take one action!

Treaties must be ratified by the US Senate. If you would like to make your opinion known, you can contact Senators Rob Portman and Sherrod Brown toll free through 866-220-0044. You can reach Portman directly at 202-224-3353; Brown at (202) 224-2315.

Ellen Augustine, M.A., is a speaker and author on national currents and the emerging sustainable economy. She may be reached at ellenaugustine@earthlink.net, 510-428-1832, www.storiesofhope.us. Questions, feedback, and topic ideas for future columns are welcome.

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Eckardt, Executive Vice President of the Cleveland Foundation. “Throughout its 100 years, the foundation has been committed to enhancing public access to the river and lake and to improving water quality. This gift will showcase all the exciting energy and improvements on the waterfront.”

Tickets are required for the cruises. On both Sept. 13 and Sept. 28, there will be four separate hour-long cruises on the Goodtime III, which will depart at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. The public will be able to reserve up to four free tickets per household starting at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 5 by visiting www.clevelandfoundation.org/WaterWeekends or by calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.

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INTRODUCTION: This is the second of a three-part series on how Medicaid treats the home of a sick elderly person who goes into a nursing home. Part One discussed the Medicaid rules that apply when the elderly person is married and the healthy spouse is still living in the home. Part Two answers the question, What happens to the home when an unmarried person goes into a nursing home? Part Three will consider the special circumstances when Medicaid will allow a person to give the home away!

DEAR OLD DAD has managed alright after Mom’s death. He gets “Meals On Wheels” and pays someone to do his laundry and tidy up his house once a week. With only Social Security and a monthly pension, Dad doesn’t have the money to do house repairs like he should. Now his health has deteriorated, and Dear Old Dad has to go live in a nursing home. How will Dear Old Dad pay for his care? He has minimal cash. His only real asset is his house, and it’s worth only $100,000. Will he qualify for Medicaid? Or will Medicaid require him to sell his house before he can get any help?

WHAT IS MEDICAID? Medicaid is a government financial-aid

program. It pays for care in a nursing home for poor people who are age 65+, blind, or disabled. To put it bluntly, Medicaid is welfare.

How poor do you have to be? The customary rule is, Medicaid benefits start when the sick person in the nursing home has no more than $1,500 in assets.

But what if the sick person owns a home? Then the Medicaid rule is a bit different. Medicaid benefits will start when the sick person has no more than $1,500 plus one home. But beware – this is only a temporary arrangement.

“GRACE PERIOD” This is when Medicaid will require the

home to be sold. Recognizing that it takes time to sell a house, Medicaid allows a 13-month “grace period” for it to be sold after Medicaid benefits start. In other words, the sick person in the nursing home has 13 months to sell the

house. During those 13 months, Medicaid will pay the nursing home.

Thirteen months is NOT a lot of time to sell a house! It’s got to be cleaned out and cleaned up. A point-of-sale inspection would probably be required by the city, and any “violations” (that is, repairs) would need to be fixed. And with today’s ongoing recession, the housing market is sluggish. If there’s a mortgage on the house, simply letting the bank have it can take a surprisingly long time. Be smart and start working on this right away!

Why? What if the house doesn’t sell within 13 months? Then there might be BIG Medicaid problems!

RULES FOR SELLING THE HOUSE Once you’re on Medicaid, you have to abide

by Medicaid’s rules – or else. Or else what? Or else you don’t get Medicaid’s money!

What happens when the sick person in the nursing home sells his house? Medicaid stops paying! Why? Because the sick person now has cash to pay for his own care. When that money is all gone, then the sick person can re-apply for Medicaid.

Think about this. You’ll have to give Medicaid all the paperwork for them to review. Medicaid will want to know how much the house sold for. In fact, Medicaid requires that the listing price be equal to the county auditor’s value, AND that the house must sell for at least ninety percent (90%) of that. What happens if you break these Medicaid rules?

Dear Old Dad tells #1 Son to take care of selling his house. Son likes to get things done fast! So Son buys a half-keg of beer for some buddies to haul everything to a garbage dump. Then Son sells the house to Dirt Cheap Buyer for $6,000. Why not? All the money is going down the drain anyway, to pay the nursing home.

Medicaid is not happy with Dear Old Dad. Medicaid says: “Your realty tax bill shows your house is worth $100,000. You should have got $90,000. But you only got $6,000. That’s like giving away $84,000!” And here’s the harsh part – Medicaid will penalize Dear Old Dad by refusing to pay the nursing home! How long will the penalty period be? It will be equal in value, dollar for dollar, to the amount given away. For Dear Old Dad, the Medicaid penalty for “giving away” $84,000 is 14 months – more than a year!

But Dear Old Dad has only $1,500 to his name. If he won’t get Medicaid money for the next 14 months, how in the world is Dad to pay for the nursing home? This is a tragedy,

and it could have been avoided. CONCLUSION: Medicaid has strict rules

for selling the house of someone who is in a nursing home. Avoid a tragedy. Protect yourself by getting guidance from a lawyer who understands Medicaid!

Linda J. How is an elder-law lawyer in Bedford, providing Medicaid counseling and estate planning. She has legal training from the national organization, Medicaid Practice Systems (now known as Lawyers With

Purpose), and she is also an accredited VA lawyer. To help people understand the value of legal planning, Mrs. How presents FREE educational workshops called, “Seven Threats to Your Family Security.” UPCOMING EVENING WORKSHOP: Monday, October 13, 2014, from 6 to 8 p.m. UPCOMING AFTERNOON WORKSHOP: Wednesday, October 15, 2014, from 2 to 4 p.m. (both in Bedford; please call for exact location). For an office appointment or to reserve seats at a Workshop, Mrs. How may be reached at law@lindahow.com or 440-786-9449.

What Happens to Your Home? (2) Medicaid and the Unmarried Person

Making Sense of the Law

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GIFT FROM PAGE 6for the Cleveland Foundation Centennial Trail, the Cleveland Foundation has provided another $4.4 million in grant funding over the past four decades for projects supporting lake and river development. These projects include the creation of North Coast Harbor where the Goodtime III docks, the transition of the lakefront parks to Cleveland Metroparks, preservation of the historic Coast Guard Station at Wendy Park, offshore wind development and initiatives promoting water quality.

“The Park District is thrilled to be part of the foundation’s centennial celebration for a second time, following April’s record-breaking Cleveland Foundation Day at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo,” said Cleveland Metroparks CEO Brian Zimmerman. “The foundation’s support has been instrumental in helping the Park District achieve its goals of connecting Greater Clevelanders to the lakefront and the river, and we are more than pleased to help spotlight these connections during Cleveland Foundation Weekends on the Water.”

“The Cleveland Foundation has

been a major supporter of the city’s many sustainability initiatives, and we are pleased to join the foundation as one of its September centennial gift partners,” said Jenita McGowan, Chief of Sustainability for the city of Cleveland. “Being able to experience Cleveland on Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River will make our freshwater assets more real and accessible for our residents.”

As families wait to board the cruises, fun, interactive activities will be provided by this month’s gift partners. Cleveland Metroparks plans to bring a few animals native to the waterfront from its learning center. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s mascot, Wally Waterdrop, will also be on hand to greet guests.

“The Cleveland Foundation is itself a gift to our entire region,” said Constance Haqq, Director of Administration and External Affairs for the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District. “The Sewer District is pleased to partner with the foundation in this gift to the community, and is proud to be identified as an

integral component in keeping our Great Lake great.”

“We are truly honored to be part of the centennial celebration of the Cleveland Foundation and its focus on Lake Erie,” said Josh Knights, Executive Director of The Nature Conservancy in Ohio. “The foundation and its donors have been longtime supporters of The Nature Conservancy, especially our work to protect and restore wetlands and streams that contribute to a healthy lake. We are thrilled to help spread the word

about this irreplaceable natural asset and thank the Cleveland Foundation for its wonderful gift to the community.”

The Cleveland Foundation’s monthly centennial gifts this year highlight organizations and community assets the foundation has played a role in establishing or enhancing throughout its 100-year history.

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