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The Heights December 10 - 24, 2015Volume 5 :: No. 23

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Help for Garfield Heights families is just a phone call away. The new Family Resource Center at the Garfield Heights Civic Center, 5407 Turney Road, has information to assist families with drug treatment, counseling

and prevention services, support groups, and other needs. Office hours vary, so it is best to call and make an appointment.

Call the Help Line, 216-475-1103, or e-mail [email protected] for assistance.

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Buyers no longer will be required to put repair funds into an escrow account for violations cited during the point-of-sale inspection. Repairs still must be made by the deadline set by the city’s building

department. Buyers will receive a one-year family recreation pass, limit one per family. Members are still required to purchase an identification card at the recreation center.

Garfield Heights New Homebuyer Incentives

Attention allparents of preschool age children!

The Maple Heights School District will begin on Monday, April 20, 2015, accepting preschool applications for all regular education preschoolers for our 2015-16 ECE program. You can apply by downloading a preschool application packet (new packet from previous years) from the website at www.mapleschools.com. All applications have to be submitted to the Curriculum Department with all the necessary

d o c u m e n t a t i o n , reviewed and accepted before you can enroll your child in the program. Once accepted into the program, you will be notified of acceptance and that you need to fill out the enrollment packet to complete the process. If you have any further questions please contact the Curriculum Department at 216-587-6100 ext. 3401.

Support the Garfield Heights Family Resource Center by recycling your paper products in the River Valley Paper Company bin at the Civic Center, 5407

T u r n e y Road. The Resource

Center helps at-risk families and youth and offers referral services. Items accepted include newspaper, mail, phonebooks, office/school

paper, magazines, catalogs, paper bags, hard and soft bound books and cardboard. All proceeds generated from the yearlong paper drive will benefit the Resource Center. For information about the resource center, call Ruth Pollack, center

manager, at 216-475-1103 or e-mail [email protected]. For information about recycling, call Pat Salemi at 216-475-1100, ext. 2425 or e-mail [email protected].

Yearlong Paper Drive

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Fire Departments Seek Volunteers to Serve Communities NationwideWhenever there is an emergency

– a fire, a car wreck, or a medical crisis – most people rely on their local fire department for help. What most don’t realize is that in these situations, there’s a good chance that the emergency responders who answer the call are volunteers. In fact, 69 percent of the nation’s firefighters are volunteers, and 90 percent of fire departments utilize either an all-volunteer force or a combination of volunteer and career personnel.

Fire service volunteers respond to all types of emergencies, providing communities critical protection with fire suppression, emergency medical services, search and rescue, traffic incident management, natural disaster response, and hazardous materials incidents. Communities nationwide count on these volunteers to be there in their greatest times of need.

Yet fire departments need more volunteers. According to the National Fire Protection Association, the number of volunteer firefighters has declined by 12 percent over the last three decades while call volume has tripled. To compound this issue, the fire service is experiencing a generational shift and is especially seeking younger members to fill the ranks as older members look towards retirement.

To help with departments’ efforts to recruit new volunteers, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has launched a new campaign to connect potential volunteers with their local departments. Interested individuals can go to www.MakeMeAFirefighter.org to learn more about the volunteer fire and emergency services and find volunteer opportunities with their local department.

The campaign also provides an online resource portal for fire and rescue departments, where current personnel can customize recruitment materials and upload their department’s volunteer opportunities.

Volunteers save taxpayers nationwide an estimated $140 billion per year, and many communities simply could not afford to staff a department if it were not for volunteers. A strong volunteer fire and emergency service now and in the future is critical to ensure the department is ready when the call comes in.

Many people are looking for ways to give back to their community, but few realize the opportunities that are available through their local fire department. Volunteers are needed as firefighters and EMTs, as well as in

supporting roles to help departments with a variety of responsibilities. Local departments all across the nation are looking to their community members to answer the call to serve in this hands-on and meaningful way. Emergency service volunteers make a true difference and fill a critical need in their community.

“Our country relies on the dedication and service of the over one million volunteer firefighters, EMTs, and rescue workers to protect our communities,” said NVFC Chairman Kevin D. Quinn. “It takes commitment and dedication to be a volunteer responder, but the rewards are overwhelming. We invite all who may be interested to visit www.MakeMeAFirefighter.org and find out what opportunities are available in your community.”

Cuyahoga County Cancels Tax Certificate Sale for 2015Cuyahoga County will not participate

in a tax certificate sale for 2015. The County Treasurer was in negotiations with Woods Cove III, LLC for the potential sale of tax certificates, commonly known as liens, but after months of negotiation, the county and Woods Cove III, LLC were not able to agree on the sale terms for a portfolio of properties in 33 communities across the county. Tax certificate sales may occur after a property owner fails to pay taxes for more than one year.

Cuyahoga County first sold delinquent

tax liens to private purchasers in 1999 and the practice has recouped more than $188 million. The county began working with Woods Cove III, LLC in September 2013 and is under contract through March 8, 2016.

“Though there will not be a tax certificate sale in 2015, we maintain that tax certificate sales are an important component of the tax collection process and we’ll solicit bidders for a purchase in early 2016.” said Cuyahoga County Treasurer Chris Murray.

To prevent delinquencies and foreclosures the county will enhance outreach efforts to inform citizens that they may be eligible for a modified tax payment contract that will allow them to pay delinquencies over time. The county will promote its services including payment options available online, by telephone, in person, at Key Bank branches, at auto title branches and at the County Administration building. In 2016, the Treasurer will establish a tax delinquency response unit to work

directly with municipalities, non-profits and the County Prosecutor to identify at-risk parcels and work with the owner to develop a payment plan.

Cuyahoga County is required by state law to pursue the collection of real property taxes and is committed to its statutory duties.

National Bond Rating Agencies Recognize Cuyahoga County’s Strong Fiscal Management

Last month County Executive Armond Budish and his management team made presentations to each of the two leading ratings agencies, Moody’s Investors Service and Standard & Poor’s. Despite the serious financial challenges and high debt burden inherited at the outset of 2015, the County has been recognized by the agencies for adopting “strong fiscal management practices” and a sustainable balanced 2016-2017 budget. As a result, the County’s strong bond ratings have been reaffirmed by both agencies.

Moody’s assigned a rating of Aa1 to the Public Square bonds, secured by the County’s sales and use tax and Moody’s also updated the existing sales

tax bond rating of Aa1 and its general obligation rating, also at the Aa1 level. Each of those ratings is the second highest possible rating on Moody’s scale. Standard and Poor’s rating the Public Square sales tax bonds AAA, as well as updating the rating on previously issued bonds at AAA, its highest possible rating. Standard and Poor’s rates the County’s outstanding general obligation bonds at AA, its third-highest rating category. (Standard & Poor’s did not update the County’s general obligation bond rating in conjunction with the Public Square issuance.).”

Moody’s noted that, “We expect the County’s financial position to remain healthy supported by solid fiscal

management policy” and commended the County Executive and Council on their 2016-2017 budget with “balanced operations.”

Moody’s also stated that the ratings could move down in the future with “material growth in the county’s direct debt burden.” To protect the County’s ratings and financial future, the County Executive and Council are passing their new budget without any new borrowing.

County Executive Armond Budish stated: “I am extremely gratified that the leading bond agencies have maintained our strong bond ratings, recognizing that we have dealt firmly and immediately with our significant inherited budget

deficit and debt problems. I also thank County Council for their collaboration in adopting a strong budget and a new culture of financial discipline.”

“We are very pleased with the rating we received for our sales tax bond issue” said Fiscal Officer Dennis Kennedy, “I believe the ratings agencies see strong indications of long term stability in the County government and have recognized the efforts of the Executive and Council to promote sound financial management in all aspects of our current and future operations.”

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Photo ContestArt teachers, recycling enthusiasts,

and more can encourage kids to take a digital photo or selfie of recycling. We are looking for people out in the community, who are recycling. It

can be a spontaneous recycling shot in the cafeteria or at an outdoor bin (don’t forget to ask permission). Or, it can be a planned photo shoot. Add a clever caption that will encourage

others to reduce, reuse or recycle. Ages 6-18 year olds can participate. Entries are due by 11:59 p.m. local time on January 31, 2016. Entries can be emailed to krocco@cuyahogacounty.

us (to confirm receipt of your entry and attachment, send a second email or call 216-443-3731). For details on the contest, quality of images, eligibility, log onto our contest page.

The Cleveland Museum of Art Announces Extended Hours through January 5, 2016

Extended hours offer visitors additional opportunities to see “Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse,” advance ticket purchase strongly recommended

The Cleveland Museum of Art is extending their hours of operation on special days through January 5, 2016 to offer visitors additional times to view Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse exhibition. Due to the popularity of this exhibition, entrance tickets may be sold out. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. The museum’s permanent collection galleries, Gallery One and café and restaurant will remain open during the extended hours.

Below is a complete listing of the museum’s special days with extended hours of operation through January 5, 2016.

Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse boasts over 100 works, the exhibition looks broadly and deeply at

the garden theme in modern art through paintings by Claude Monet and fellow Impressionists, Post-Impressionists, and avant-garde artists of the twentieth century. A centerpiece of the exhibition is the reuniting of Monet’s great Water Lilies (Agapanthus) triptych depicting the artist’s water garden at Giverny. The Cleveland Museum of Art is the ONLY U.S. venue for this exhibition.

Tickets for Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse are $18 for adults; seniors and college students $16; children ages 6–17 $9; children 5 and under are free. Museum members free; member guests $9.

Purchase tickets at clevelandart.org or call 216-421-7350.

CMA Hours of Operation

Date Holiday Day Hours

12/24 Christmas Eve Thursday 10:00 – 4:0012/25 Christmas Day Friday Closed12/26 Saturday 10:00 – 9:0012/27 Sunday 10:00 – 9:0012/28 Monday Closed12/29 Tuesday 10:00 – 9:0012/31 New Year’s Eve 10:00 – 4:00

2016 1/1/2016 New Year’s Day Closed1/2/2016 Saturday 10:00 – 9:001/3/2016 Sunday 10:00 – 9:001/4/2016 Monday 10:00 – 7:001/5/2016 Tuesday 10:00 – 7:00

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The Cleveland Museum of Art Celebrates 100th Anniversary with Year of Exhibitions

One hundred years ago the Cleveland Museum of Art opened its doors to the public. In 2016 the museum invites all audiences to in celebrate its 100th anniversary, honoring the past and looking ahead to the future. Program highlights include special Centennial exhibitions representing the creative genius of four continents, spanning ancient to contemporary, as well as the presentation of extraordinary individual works of art on loan from top-tier institutions all over the world, and once-in-a-lifetime events and community programs. William M. Griswold, director of the Cleveland Museum of Art states, “The museum’s year-long Centennial celebration will honor this great institution in myriad ways. We have collaborated with staff and volunteers, as well as our outstanding board, generous donors, corporate partners and supportive community to plan meaningful and memorable programs that celebrate our history and set a bright and exciting course for the future. I invite everyone to take part in and enjoy the Cleveland Museum of Art’s 2016 Centennial.”

Centennial Exhibitions Painting the Modern Garden: Monet

to MatisseThrough January 5, 2016With Monet as the touchstone, this

exhibition examines the garden theme in modern art with paintings by other

Impressionists, and by Post-Impressionists and important avant-garde artists of the early twentieth century. Organized by the Cleveland Museum of Art and the Royal Academy of Arts in London.

Albert Oehlen (please note this is a working title)

December 4, 2016–March 12, 2017The Cleveland Museum of Art

announces Albert Oehlen, the largest exhibition of the artist’s work in the United States to date. It illustrates the depth and complexity of an artist who has been at the forefront of artistic innovation since the late 1970s. Curated by Reto Thüring in close collaboration with the artist, the exhibition will include curatorial, musical and written contributions by four of Oehlen’s closest friends and fellow travelers—curator Julie Sylvester, artist Christopher Williams, author and critic Diedrich Diederichsen and composer Michael Wertmüller—helping to pinpoint his diverse approach to art making.

Focus Gallery ExhibitionsJulia and Larry Pollock Focus GallerySilent Poetry: Masterworks of Chinese

PaintingNow through April 24, 2016The Cleveland Museum of Art’s

collection of Chinese art is one of the most distinguished in the West, representing the highest level of Chinese artistic accomplishment. This exhibition features ten masterworks of Chinese art, spanning

the Song to the Qing dynasties and showcasing diverse subjects and styles.

Centennial LoansIn celebration of its Centennial, the

Cleveland Museum of Art is marking its anniversary with a series of exceptional loans from important public collections around the world. Some are directly related to works in our own collection; others highlight an artist or type of object not currently represented in our collection. This program includes masterworks from such eminent museums as The Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the J. Paul Getty Museum. More than a dozen works of art spanning five hundred years and representing cultures from four continents will be featured.

Over a period of twelve months, a series of paintings, sculpture and decorative arts will invite dynamic juxtapositions and dialogues with objects from the Cleveland Museum of Art’s permanent collection, providing an opportunity for visitors to rediscover Cleveland’s renowned holdings. The rich array of objects generously lent by other institutions underscores the collegial relationship the museum enjoys with other art museums all over the country and around the world. It also acknowledges the important role it plays as a lender to other institutions’ special exhibitions.

Over the course of the year, visitors

will encounter paintings by Titian, John Singer Sargent, Wassily Kandinsky and Marcel Duchamp, as well as a Luba mask from the Congo, a seventeenth-century silver sculpture from Tibet and a garland-style diamond necklace by Tiffany and Co., among other masterworks.

Information on Centennial loans will be updated as year unfolds. Please refer to Clevelandart.org/centennial

Centennial CelebrationsNo birthday is complete without a

party! Learn more and reserve tickets for select celebrations listed below by visiting Clevelandart.org/centennial.

New Year’s Eve at the Cleveland Museum of Art

Thursday, December 31, 2015, 9:00 p.m. –1:00 a.m.

The first official party of the museum’s centennial year kicks off in the waning hours of 2015. This special event will feature a live DJ performance on the Ames Family Atrium stage by King Britt, who makes his first trip back to Cleveland since his late set at Solstice this past summer. The event will also feature curator-led tours, gallery programs, free admission to Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse and other surprises. Guests will receive a complimentary champagne toast and desserts at midnight.

Tickets: General admission for non-members: $40, members: $30, Centennial Package: $150

As a new school year begins and summer slowly turns to fall, I think about how the world is constant-ly changing. For some people, change is feared and avoided, for others change is exciting and seen as presenting new opportunities. Whichever view you have, change is certainly inevitable.

Those of you who have been patients of Jane L. Dodson, DDS & Associates may have noticed changes in our office.

After meeting your dental needs at 88 Center road for the past 29

years, Dr. Dodson is making a change. She is transitioning into a new career about which she is very excited. We wish her well in her new adventure and know that she will be very successful. I am proud that she has chosen me, Dr. Mychael Davis, to carry on the tra-dition that she has established over these many years. High quality dental care in a caring atmosphere will continue to be the focus of our practice. I have practiced in this area for 29 years, and am honored that you have accepted me as your new dentist.

We’ve had some other staff chang-es as well, all with the never end-

ing goal of improving our service to you. And we’ve made a slight change in the name, to Bedford Dental Associates, to emphasize our commitment to our community and to you.

Thanks for your continuing con-fidence in us and for letting us be a part of your health care team.

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EMPLOYERS, JOB SEEKERS & YOUTH

Though our name is changing, our “commitment to service” to Cuyahoga County residents seeking

employment and training opportunities remainsa “high priority”!

To better assist you, shortly we will roll out a new, easier-to-navigate, more informative website.

The new website address will be: ohiomeansjobs.com/cuyahoga

For assistance, visit one of our locations:Downtown:1020 Bolivar Rd, Cleveland, OH 44115 (216) 664-4673

Parma: 11699 Brookpark Rd, Parma, OH 44130 (216) 898-1366Southgate: 5398-1/2 Northfield Rd, Maple Heights, OH 44137 (216) 518-4954

Westshore: 9830 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 (216) 939-2599

Public Skating Rink Now Open The Dan Kostel Recreation Center

Skating Rink is now open for the season. Session 1 of Learn to Skate/In house

hockey begins Saturday. October 3rd for 9 weeks.

For information regarding public

sessions, programs, ice rental, etc., call 216-475-7272 or visit the Recreation page.

Garfield Heights Curbside Clothing RecyclingThe curbside Simple Recycling program

began this week. Residents are reminded to review the information packages sent to their household.

Items that can be recycled include clothing, socks, shoes, linens and towels, stuffed animals, handbags, and more. Collection will be the same day as trash

collection each week. Items should be placed in the green Simple Recycling bag and placed on the curb next to the Kimble trash and recycling totes. Do Not Put the Bag

inside the Kimble Totes.For more information, visit www.

simplerecyling.com or call 866-835-5068. This is a free service.

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