Archive for April, 2008

High Roller Divorce

Was this really worthy of front page news in the Plain Dealer?  On December 26, these Barringtonites were featured on the front page. Money doesn’t buy happiness. Read the whole story here, inquiring minds want to know.

Master Plan Update Begins

By August or September 2007 a new master plan should be finalized. Watch for public opinion opportunities. This plan will determine a number of city improvements and developments. According to Mayor McGill, one of the most important issues is aligning the master pan with the current zoning maps. This very important project is staffed by […]

VROOM! increased speed limit on Bissell Rd?

The next council meeting, January 4th, should decide the speed limit on Bissell Rd. Councilman Rausch indicated that the residents of Hawthorne felt inconvenienced by the posted speed of 25 mph, and got the ball rolling to raise the limit, so they could legally go 35 mph with out their kids looking over their shoulders. […]

Mayor’s Report, December 18

Topics: Townline Road, McMaster-Carr, Income Tax Revenue, Treat Road property sale, Geauga Lake Storm Sewer Phase III, Save Sunny Lake Committee
Townline Road
The Administration has met on two occasions with Mantua Township Trustees on the paving of Townline Road. On December 7, 2006, the Mantua Township Trustees convened and made a formal motion to jointly […]

Decking Aurora in Lights, clik the pics

All that warm weather in November has certianly paid off in Christmas lights! Around Aurora you’ll find all sorts of yard and house displays. We’ve collected a sampling of the beauty of the season for you to enjoy. The city’s century homes look beautiful in their simple and stark lighting. Inflatable yard decorations […]

John Kudley retires from teaching

John Kudley After 35 years, the teacher and coach retires.
read about it here

Beavers Visit Moebius Nature Center Pond Willow Trees!

This morning while out for an AM hike I discovered that beavers were on the move at Moebius Nature Center. Based on conversations with staff, the beavers presence in the area is a new development. Time will tell if this is a transient beaver, or one or more planning on staying put at the pond. […]

A New Courtad!

Camryn Victoria Courtad was born on Nov. 2, 2006 at 11:45 p.m.  She weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces and measured 19 inches!  Parents- Melanie Miguel-Courtad and Christopher Courtad.  Sister- Carmen Melanie Courtad.

Council Agenda 12/4

The big items on the agenda are- possible discussion regarding increasing the speed limits on Bissell Road and Townline Road to 35 mph, and an appeal from Realty One to council to reverse the ABR’s decision to deny a window canopy/sign. Discussion will also continue to determine the fate of the house on city property […]