Public Meeting to Solicit Input About Multi-Purpose TrailsThe city will be presenting an overall plan for non-vehicular multi-purpose trails (biking, walking, skating...) throughout the city with a focus on an off-road trail along Lear Road from the railroad north to Walker Road and the length of Lake Road. See map for details. One of the goals of this meeting is to solicit input from the public.  The meeting is on September 3rd at 6:30pm in Council Chambers - 2nd Floor of City Hall, 150 Avon Beldon Road. 08/30/2015

I have attached here the Avon Lake Dangerous Dog Ordinance DRAFT  Mind you this is just the draft that is going to council.  Council will review on 8/24/15 at regular scheduled meeting.   http://www.avonlake.org/platform/cms/Announcements/DogOrdinanceDraft.pdf 08/18/2015

These should have your Bus Schedules for Avon Lake.  Remember school starts Wednesday!... Yikes  Attachments AM ALCS Bus Routes PM ALCS Bus Routes 08/17/2015

Ten Avon Lake Students Selected for Cleveland Youth Wind SymphonyTen Avon Lake Band students were selected to perform in the Cleveland Youth Wind Symphony this year. Pictured are: Anna Phillips, Braeden Loveless, EJ Wennerberg, Brennan Thomas, Nicole Ziemba, Ryan Jaeckin, Jordan Laird, Ashley Bradley, Sarah Mills, and Ilana Shapiro. 08/15/2015

If you have been considering selling your Avon Lake home or even investing in a new home in the surrounding area and you have been on the fence...time to hop off.  Home sales are up in the area. Home sales are up 21.7% this quarter.  And homes currently in pending are up 15. 4%.  Sales increase 26.4 % over last month and continue to climb.  Looking at the other end is that inventory is low (a whopping 29.4% from last month) so placing your home on the market now could end in a faster sale as compared to this time last year or even waiting to winter months when sales tend to slow.  Right now the competition is low and the market is moving fast.. A 3-4 bedroom home with 2-4 full baths range average at $121.00 a square foot for a home built from 1999 and newer.  Note this is a average base... 08/14/2015

Sunday August 9th from 12-2 I will be showing 31966 Pondside in Avon Lake.    This wonderful 4 bedroom / 4 bath custom built August builders home is located in Bridgeside's final phase area near Krebs road.  Built in 2008 with one family who painstakedly put updates throughout the home.    You will be amazed at the beauty of this home designed with a large family in mind. Enter through the two story dramatic foyer with ceramic flooring and beautiful open staircase. The formal sitting room can also be used as a den or music room. The dining room is embellished with tray ceiling and is perfect size for entertaining (currently being used as for the children's learning zone!). The beauty of this floor plan is the large family room open to the gorgeous kitchen. These rooms were "bumped out" ... 08/08/2015

Patriot Symphonic Band at Miller Road Park Gazebo  Sunday August 9th, 6:30pm at Miller Road Park GazeboNorthern Ohio’s largest and most active non-profit, all volunteer musical ensemble. With an active membership of over 75 players, the Patriots Symphonic Band maintains a full year-long schedule of both indoor and outdoor concert performances throughout the northern Ohio area. Under the direction of Harry Pfingsten the band is headquartered in Lorain County, Ohio, the band strives to preserve “Americana” by performing music in the form of an American-style hometown concert band. The band presents a broad spectrum of musical styles and an array of exciting soloists at each concert including Lorene Coughlin, Brian Walsh & Iria Calderhead. Concerts are patriotic, family-oriented events wit... 08/06/2015

 As my wife was meeting with her chemo doctor (oncologist) I was thinking about his strong communication skills he has  that made me think about this blog I am writing here today.  1.     When my oncologist meets with Kim he always greets her immediately with a huge and I mean HUGE smile and a warm handshake.  I don’t know his nationality as he has a strong accent but the physical and visual approach he has right from his first 20 seconds makes you happy too, no matter how much pain you may be in at the moment...  I was just thinking how they tell us that first 30 seconds of that job interview makes or breaks you getting that job, well I see it and feel it here. 2.     He starts off on "how are you doing today" and tells you what he sees.  I.e. "You look wonderful", or "you look worried... 07/31/2015

CLEVELAND CLINIC RICHARD E. JACOBS HEALTH CENTER SPONSORS SHOREMEN BRASS CLASSIC The Cleveland Clinic is Legendary Sponsor of the 4th Annual Shoremen Brass Classic held on July 31st, 2015 at Avon Lake High School's Memorial Stadium. The DCI event, part of "Marching Music's Major League", brings several outstanding performing units from as far away as Concord, California and the Netherlands. This is the third year that the Cleveland Clinic has signed on as a major sponsor of the SHOREMEN BRASS CLASSIC. Order Tickets here and get more info 07/28/2015

Band CampWhen: Aug 10 – 14, 2015Description:8:30-Noon - Visual TrainingNoon-1 PM - Lunch (pack lunch)1 - 4 PM - Sectionals 6-8:30 PM - Ensemble 07/14/2015

  Friday, July 3, 2015            7 pm - Live Music at the Gazebo - Sloppy Joe Band performs at the Gazebo with classic rock, blues and R&B hits from the 60s through 80s. Saturday, July 4, 2015        8:30 am - Bay Days 5 Mile Race and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run - Cahoon Park at the Gazebo (Visit www.clewestrunningclub.org for more information or to register.)11:30 am - Children's Bike, Trike and Wagon Parade - meet at the Gazebo12 Noon - 10:30 pm - Booths and Rides Open12 Noon - 4 pm - $18.00 One Price Ticket for All Rides12 Noon - Magic Show in the Community House2 pm - Vintage Base Ball Game at south end of Cahoon Park- Villagers Vintage Base Ball Club vs Whiskey Island Shamrocks6 pm - Live Music at the Gazebo - Random Outcome9:45 pm -  GALA FIREWORKS DISPLAY - (Rain Date: Monday, July 6)  ... 07/03/2015

Avon Lake Fireworks Date:  July 2, 2015 at DuskWhere: Weiss Field33401 Webber Rd Avon Lake, Ohio 44012  This location is a city park area.  So there is a playground with a water misting machine, skateboard park area, Dog Park, and baseball diamonds.  I have been informed that there will be live music that evening as well So come on down. Date:  July 2, 2015 at Dusk     07/01/2015

2015 Pool Season: June 2 - September 7Opening Day: June 2nd -- 4pm - 8pm Season Hours All pool hours are weather permitting and subject to change. Please pay close attention to signs posted at the entrance of facility regarding adjusted hours.  June 3 - June 21 (Pre-Swim Lesson Hours) 11am - 8pm Daily June 22 - July 31 (Swim Lesson season)Monday - Friday -- 1pm - 8pmSunday & Saturday -- 11am - 8pm August 1 - 18 (Post-Swim Lesson, Pre-School Hours)11am - 8pm Daily August 19 - September 7 Yet to be determined   06/14/2015

The Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District has published its fifth edition of Pass It On: A Resource-Full Guide to Donating Usable Stuff. Since 1997, this booklet has been helping thousands of people pass on their unwanted but usable items to those in need in our community. Listed are more than 140 community service organizations that need donated items to support their work. Toys, art supplies, clothing, books, school supplies, office equipment, sporting goods, tools, furniture and more can be donated. 06/14/2015

Bay Village Public Utilities Emergency Contact NumbersIf you are experiencing a problem with your utility providers or your service is out please call their emergency numbers to report the problem.   AT & T (800)660-1000 Cleveland Water Dept. (216)664-3060 Columbia Gas (800)344-4077 Illuminating Company (800)589-3101 Time Warner (877)772-2253 WOW                       (866)496-9669 06/10/2015

Are you waiting to get you Kids started at Summer Safety Town?  Here is the schedule 2015 Safety Town Program  Safety Town is a safety education program offered to Avon Lake residents entering kindergarten.  Children will not only learn how to protect themselves from strangers, but will meet the people who provide safety services to our city.   A staff consisting of two certified teachers, one adult and several youth helpers from our community will be present daily to help the children learn about important safety issues. Each day the children will spend part of their day outdoors learning how to stay safe in a miniature town that includes crosswalks, traffic signals, and sidewalks. They will ride around their town on kit cars with supervision from our staff.   Classes are restricted to... 06/04/2015

EVER WONDER ...what fire fighters do besides fight fires? …if Avon Lake Police conduct CSI? …how to run a half-million gallon waterpark? …what it would be like to produce a TV show?Avon Lake City Camp will show you how it’s done!  This once per week camp – EVERY MONDAY from 9:30am to 11:30am – will allow 4 – 6 graders (in the fall) to experience some of the important services provided by the City of Avon Lake. Each camp will take place at different locations – like the Safety Center or Pool. Best part is that you can sign up for one, a few, or all of the camp days. The cost is $5/child/camp. Registration opens May 22nd. Space is limited and all camp dates are likely to fill quickly.June 8 – Police Camp Tour the facility; go through the arrest and booking process, spend some time in a ja... 05/27/2015

2015 Pool Season: June 2 - September 7, 2015 Note the pool does not open this memorial day weekend!2014 Pass holders may reactivate their passes via mail or drop off.  Complete the Pool Pass Application and mail it to us with your check payable to the City of Avon Lake and a copy of one of the following: current utility billcurrent credit card billcurrent car registrationcurrent rental agreementNew Pass holders. Complete the Pool Pass Application and bring it to our office with photo ID for adults, birth certificate, passport, or latest report card (if applicable) for all children and one of the following: current utility billcurrent credit card billcurrent car registrationcurrent rental agreement. 2015 POOL PASS PRICING:  Individual Membership:    By 5/15       After 5/15              ... 05/25/2015

Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade 8 a.m.--Memorial Service at American Legion Post 211, 31972 Walker Road9 a.m.--Memorial Service at Lakeshore Cemetery, west of Veterans Memorial Park on Lake Road10 a.m.--Memorial Day Parade, beginning at ALHS, west on Electric to Glenview, north on Avon Belden to the Folger Home  At the end of the parade join other community members at Veterans Memorial Park/Folger Home for the traditional Memorial Ceremony. 05/24/2015

Congratulations to the students and staff of Avon Lake High School for being named one of America's Top High Schools!  Please see website link for the 2014 Daily Beast ranking of the “Top High Schools for 2014.” ALHS is ranked 220 out of the 735 top high schools who made the ranking status this year. This means ALHS moved up 390 places over the last two years as we were ranked 610 for the 2012 school year. 05/11/2015