tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63546785473198788562024-02-08T00:17:26.130-05:00Historic Goodyear HeightsA news and information site, as well as a historical resource for the historic Goodyear Heights neighborhood.MShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14495919724952916502noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-60513836921631145722019-10-27T21:40:00.000-04:002019-10-28T09:41:18.757-04:00UPCOMING HOLIDAY EVENTS - FUN FOR ALL!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Join us for the annual <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">JINGLE BELL CRAFTS BAZAAR </span></b>sponsored by the Presbyterian Women's Association. On Saturday November 2nd from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm at <b>Goodyear Heights Presbyterian Church</b>, located at the Boulevard and Pioneer St.. Enjoy some early holiday shopping, and stay for lunch. Lots of baked goods, handmade crafts, Jewelry, Tupperware, one of a kind Pokemon Ornaments and so much more! Bring the kids to visit with Santa from 12:30-1:30 pm. Don't forget your camera! Get your Cub Scout Popcorn and buy tickets for the 50/50 raffle, our hourly raffle. This year the Peace by Piece Quilters are raffling off a hand-sewn twin size quilt they made especially for this years raffle. Tickets are $5.00 each or 5 for $20.00. Also, you can stop by and visit with Shirley Securro, author of <i>Whispers in the Wind. </i><br />
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000;">11th ANNUAL CANDY CANE JUNCTION CRAFT SHOW</span></b> coming Nov. 23rd! Craft Show season will be here before we know it! Mark your calendars and save the date for our 11th annual Candy Cane Junction Craft Show to be held Saturday, November 23rd in the school cafeteria at <b>Visitation of Mary </b>at Kent & Broad Streets! Once again, we will be hosting quality crafters displaying and selling their goods. All crafts must be handcrafted or homemade...no commercially made crafts.<br />
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There will be food, raffles, prizes and lots of fun ! Details to come later. Don't forget the St. Anne's delicious Bake Sale that day, too! This is another opportunity to help your parish! Don't have an interest in crafts? Never fear! Come on down and enjoy having lunch with your fellow parishioners and have some fun! There's nothing like a good cup of coffee and conversation with a friend.MShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14495919724952916502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-52048190962463112722018-08-28T20:40:00.000-04:002018-08-29T14:41:26.360-04:00FEATURED HOUSE: 490 St. Leger Avenue<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQV2kgafPZFL_zVIn0a00GBpBkM7ZYBtlW4DuOa6ddtXbd78EiFX1IyjQSLYOXe_Dq50_RPLEc3AKXDsxBT_SKm0tdHEe_qC02zGbLQhIoc8wfydQajGG3xrn9lPqDDxJpzus1_Ny3EzTV/s1600/gh+hs+818+b.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="478" data-original-width="709" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQV2kgafPZFL_zVIn0a00GBpBkM7ZYBtlW4DuOa6ddtXbd78EiFX1IyjQSLYOXe_Dq50_RPLEc3AKXDsxBT_SKm0tdHEe_qC02zGbLQhIoc8wfydQajGG3xrn9lPqDDxJpzus1_Ny3EzTV/s320/gh+hs+818+b.JPG" width="320" /></a>An original and well-preserved Goodyear-built Heights home, this English Cottage-style house constructed in 1920 features 3 bedrooms and 1 bath in a total of 1,282 sq. ft. The stucco exterior exudes lots of charm and much of the interior has been finished in contemporary colors. An updated kitchen includes many gourmet features, including a true professional-level cooktop. Original features like a brick fireplace and handsome staircase hall help this house retain much of its early 20th-century charm, while providing needed modern upgrades.<br /><br />The home features a spacious and shady backyard with 2 patio areas that are perfect for entertaining – with a brick pizza oven, a smoking pit and a separate firepit. Basement has roughed in plumbing for bath<br />
Notes: <span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>490 Saint Leger Ave. Akron, OH 44305</b></span>/ 3 bedrooms and 1 baths; ready to move in. The home has gas forced air heat and includes Professional Cooktop / Oven & Refrigerator. For more details, click <b><a href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/490-Saint-Leger-Ave-Akron-OH-44305/35450923_zpid/" target="_blank">HERE</a></b>.MShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14495919724952916502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-19295991817170131142018-07-30T21:57:00.000-04:002018-07-31T09:58:28.724-04:00CELEBRATE OUR ANNUAL COMMUNITY NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME - AUG. 7TH!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Be sure to join us<b> Tuesday, August 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at RESERVOIR PARK </b>- it's time to celebrate our annual <b>Community Night Out Against Crime</b>! Every year, Goodyear Heights has one of the largest celebrations in the city, as people throughout Akron's many neighborhoods turn out to have fun, make new friends, learn about their community and find out how we can keep our streets safe and crime free.<br />
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There's a lot going on across the city of Akron, and this is your chance to find out more about city programs, public safety and the positive changes that are coming to our neighborhood - including Reservoir Park and the Goodyear Boulevard business district. Bring the kids and join the fun as this family-friendly event.<br />
<br />MShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14495919724952916502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-59509228572332599142018-07-09T21:42:00.000-04:002018-07-10T09:42:42.182-04:00LOTS GOING ON THIS WEEK & NEXT!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><b>Wednesday July 11 through Tuesday July 18 </b></span>we are conducting <b>Observational Surveys</b> at Reservoir Park. We are looking for two people to stand/sit at the park and just note how many people are using the facilities and what areas are they using. This will allow us to better assess what things are worth keeping and what things may be replaced. If you and a friend could spare a little time please either schedule using Signup Genius - or let Sharon Connor know and she will put you in.....<br />
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On <span style="color: #351c75;"><b>Wednesday and Thursday</b></span> of this week, we will be researching Historical Housing at the Goodyear Library from 10 am to 4 pm. We will show you how simple this can be and we will work together to confirm the style of housing within the historical area.<br />
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><b>Friday </b></span>is our Reservoir Park Pool Party from 4 pm to 7 pm Come and celebrate the artwork done by many of our neighbors and friends along with Mac Love @ play.<br />
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<b>GHCAC will be hosting their Cookout </b>on Friday evening from 6 to 9 at the corner of Goodyear and Honodle.<br />
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If you are able to volunteer with any of the above activities your help would be most appreciated...there is a lot to do - and "many hands will make it go much more quickly"<br />
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Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-5354354632607729012018-05-01T21:00:00.000-04:002018-05-02T08:26:08.304-04:00JOIN US FOR NEIGHBORHOOD WALK ON MAY 5TH<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Want to get some exercise and learn about Goodyear Heights? </b>We’ll be leading walks around historic Goodyear Heights on Saturday, May 5th, as part of the <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/janeswalkakron/" target="_blank">Jane’s Walk Program</a></b>, founded to honor legendary urbanist Jane Jacobs. We are featuring two walks, one at 10:am and another at 1:00pm; there are two routes to choose from: one is slightly flatter, wheelchair accessible and easier for older adults; the other travels uphill and is slightly more challenging. Both walks will discuss the history of the neighborhood, how it was designed, the various house styles and stories about the neighborhood.<br /><br />Walks will start at Malasia Park, at the corner of Malasia Rd. and Emerson St., and will take approximately an hour. Refreshments will be served at the Gazebo Park after each of the walks and will be provided by R.I.G.H.T. Dogs are permitted on both routes.<br />
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If you want to have breakfast before the 10am walk, we highly recommend <b>Julian’s on Pioneer</b>!<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-16165948541020756712018-04-08T22:00:00.000-04:002018-04-10T11:06:21.889-04:00CREATIVITY FLOWS AT RESERVOIR PARK!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Under the direction of local artist Mac Love, Goodyear Heights residents came to<b> Reservoir Park</b> on April 7th and 8th to decorate some murals that will be installed in the park when the weather breaks. It was chilly—just in the upper 30s—but organizers were able to move some of the work inside to accommodate the cold temperatures.<br />
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The project was directed by Love and <a href="https://atplayakron.com/" target="_blank"><b>@PLAYAkron</b></a>, a <b>Knight Cities</b> project that is working to create interactive art projects in every Akron neighborhood. <br />
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If you notice a lot of water in the painted works—it’s no accident. Organizers developed the theme of “Akron’s Water” for Reservoir Park because it plays such an important and historic role in the city’s development. After many years of pulling water out of Manning’s Pond, Summit Lake and old wells on Sherbondy Hill, the city fathers—led by the head of the Chamber of Commerce, the Mayor and the Engineering Department, decided to build a brand-new water system in 1912. The new city reservoir would be built at the top of Goodyear Heights, with the water pumped in from the Upper Cuyahoga River watershed. The main plant was built in Kent at Lake Rockwell, and the lined passed southwest, through Tallmadge and then through the heart of Goodyear Heights.<br />
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Thanks to the work of our kids and adults, all of Akron gets to share this story as we enhance the look of Reservoir Park through these colorful and exciting murals. Additional painting work will be done by local artists as the weather improves. Thanks to all who came to help!<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-49252474222550351982018-04-07T11:25:00.000-04:002018-04-10T11:26:18.422-04:00GET YOUR ORDERS IN FOR R.I.G.H.T. PLANT SALE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We know it’s been cold…but now is the time to Think Spring! The RIGHT Committee is now collecting Pre-Orders for our <b>Annual Plant Sale</b>. The pre-orders must be in by April 24. We will also offer a limited number of flats, hanging baskets and individual flowers and vegetables on a first-come-first serve basis. The on-site sale will be held on Saturday May 9th, from 9 to 1 pm at the Good Neighbors Food Pantry, located at 1453 Goodyear Blvd. We'd love to see you!<br /><br />Keep in mind that his is the only fundraiser that we host, and the monies are used to cover a variety of items that many of our grants will not cover (such as food for volunteers). For more information, or to have an Order Form emailed to you, contact <b>Mike Herhold at 330-784-4012</b>, or <i>mikeherho@aol.com</i>Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-2341726454437763962018-03-21T22:48:00.000-04:002018-03-22T11:49:05.034-04:00THE SCRAMBLE FOR EASTER EGGS IS ON!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Our Annual <span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>Easter Egg Hunt </b></span>will be held again at Reservoir Park on <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Saturday, March 31 at NOON</b></span>, so be sure to plan ahead so you can be there! If you received the RIGHT Newsletter, note that the original date printed there was incorrect (we had to move the date forward a week, and it was already at the printer). Please bring your children, along with their Easter basket, bucket of bag so they can have a great time collecting eggs!<span id="goog_967920356"></span><span id="goog_967920357"></span>Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-31081782123181699422018-03-20T21:06:00.000-04:002018-03-22T12:14:59.078-04:00LOTS GOING ON – HEIGHTS NEWS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">METRO WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU…</span></strong><br />
If you use public transportation or know someone that does, you will want to attend one of Metro’s Public Outreach Meetings this spring. The transit authority will be re-organizing its bus routes, and they need you input. Most meetings include a formal presentation and a chance for you to air your views. Open houses will be held at the Robert K. Pfaff Transit Center (downtown AT 613 s. Broadway) – here are the dates:<br />
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<span style="color: #990000;">WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28 8AM – 4PM<br />THURSDAY, MARCH 29 6:30AM – 4PM<br />WEDNESDAY APRIL 4 12PM – 10PM<br />SATURDAY, APRIL 14 9:30AM – 1PM</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB FAIR</strong></span><br />
THURSDAY, MARCH 29 9AM-2PM<br />
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Akron Public Schools has positions open for paraprofessionals (full time and substitute educational assistants), office support staff, and Librarian resource center technicians. For employment consideration, pre-apply at this link before attending the fair: <a href="http://applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/">http://applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/</a><br />
JOB FAIR LOCATION<br />
<strong><span style="color: blue;">Conrad C. Ott Staff Development Center</span></strong><br />
65 Steiner Ave. – Akron, OH<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-80474145813469007572018-03-05T21:08:00.000-05:002018-03-06T11:17:23.536-05:00THE MYTH OF HIGHER HOUSING COSTS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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While we have been happy that<b> the vast majority of Goodyear Heights residents</b> have responded positively to the effort to have the neighborhood designated as a National Register Historic District, we still come across folks who did not attend one of last year’s series of <b>RIGHT Committee</b> meetings where we explained the project and what it could mean for the neighborhood. For those who missed the meetings, or who do not understand our goals, we would suggest reading <a href="http://www.historicgoodyearheights.com/p/support-our-effort.html" target="_blank"><b>this post</b></a>: “<a href="http://www.historicgoodyearheights.com/p/support-our-effort.html" target="_blank">SUPPORT OUR EFFORT</a>” – which provides the basic facts about what designation means—and DOES NOT mean.<br />
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We want to clear up any misconceptions that people may have, especially for those who are worried that designation forces you to make improvements to your property. Nothing could be further from the truth; in fact, <u>we chose the approach of National Register designation specifically because it would not add any extra financial burden on homeowners</u>.<br />
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That said, we will be providing a wide range of education and informational resources to residents who do want to preserve and restore the historic character of their home and that of the neighborhood. We’ll be offering workshops, booklets, advice and many other resources to encourage our residents to preserve and enhance their home’s value. At some point in the future, we’d also like to work with public and non-profit foundations to offer some additional assistance—like grants and loans for repair and restoration. For additional facts about our effort, you can download a <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/j6bfeakueyn9k1y/q%20and%20a%20doc%20gh.pdf?dl=0" target="_blank">Q&A HERE</a>.Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-56805907087689768812018-01-21T21:46:00.000-05:002018-01-22T09:47:10.450-05:00WALKABLE NEIGHBORHOODS MEAN GREATER HOME VALUE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The more walkable your neighborhood, the <a href="https://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/green-living/does-walkability-raise-property-values/" target="_blank">more valuable</a> your home, studies say. To boost your neighborhood’s walkability — which translates into how easily you can walk to stores, schools, restaurants, places of employment and parks — you can either get more close-by amenities, or make it easier to walk to what already exists.<br />
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For those who have lived in Goodyear Heights for many years, it’s clear that a lot of the neighborhood conveniences do not exist like they used to—grocery stores being a prime example. But making the most of what we have and encouraging future development on a small, neighborhood scale can go a long way towards enhancing walkability.<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b><span style="color: #073763;">How much is that walkability worth?</span></b></span><br />
Having shops and gathering spots like schools and restaurants located within a quarter-mile to one-mile from the homes in your neighborhood can add from $4,000 to $34,000 to home values, according to <a href="http://www.ceosforcities.org/pagefiles/WalkingTheWalk_CEOsforCities.pdf" target="_blank"><i>“Walking the Walk,”</i></a> a study from CEOs for Cities, a nonprofit that works to improve cities. The rate of increase usually depended on the size of the city, with higher values in larger cities, and more moderate values in smaller cities.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: #073763;">What are walkable communities?</span></span></b><br />
Dan Burden, founder of Walkable Communities, defines them with his a 12-step checklist, which includes:<br />
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• Great public places for people to to get together and socialize<br />
• Speed-controlled key streets<br />
• Pedestrian-centric design<br />
• A town or neighborhood center with a wide variety of shops and businesses<br />
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: #073763;">How do I make my neighborhood more walkable?</span></span></b><br />
To have great walkability, you start with having something worth walking to, such as restaurants, small shops or parks, and a critical mass of people living around those amenities. To make a difference, get your neighbors together and go talk to local officials. Your group can push the planning and zoning board for changes that make your town more walkable, like adjusting zoning to allow limited commercial development where it can do the most good. <br />
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Contact groups like the Better Block Foundation, who has organized planning and demonstration projects in North Hill, Middlebury and Kenmore. They are great when it comes to showing residents how they can improve neighborhood commercial areas and make them more pedestrian-friendly. On Twitter, you can connect at @akronbb.<br />
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Residents will want to mingle somewhere, too. See how you can support and expand public spaces where you can mix and socialize (think library, park, coffee shop) to increase your neighborhood’s walkability. Goodyear Heights has these amenities available—we just have to make the most of them.<br />
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To heighten and improve walkability, it’s critical to make the streets kinder to walkers and keep cars under control. Put these items on your city planning list:<br />
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•More and wider sidewalks; bike lanes where practical.<br />
•Lower speed limits; traffic-calming strategies at intersections.<br />
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If you’re serious about increasing walkability, gather neighbors and town officials for a walking audit, where the group walks along a particular route and stops periodically to discuss how to improve the walking experience with landscaping, safety improvements, or accessibility improvements. Other things you can do:<br />
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•Trim shrubbery that may be blocking the sidewalk in front of your house.<br />
•Pick up trash and litter as you walk along. If you see an eyesore, note it and call the Akron 311 line<br />
•Replace your porch and outdoor lights with LED bulbs and light things up at night. They cost little to use, and it will boost your security and that of the neighborhood.<br />
•Be polite to other drivers and pedestrians when you drive.<br />
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And maybe the best walkability tip of all? <i>Just get out and walk.</i><br />
<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-11502220327346673492017-11-07T21:00:00.000-05:002017-11-08T14:19:04.188-05:00FEATURED HOUSE: 1402 Goodyear Blvd.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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An original (1914) and well-preserved Goodyear Heights home, this English Cottage-style house features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. For the most part, the exterior appears little changed from the original (including the windows) and portions of the first floor have been opened-up slightly to allow for a more flowing plan. Original features like a brick fireplace and handsome staircase help this 1,516 sq. ft. house retain much of its early 20th-century charm.<br />
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The home features a spacious and shady backyard and a partially finished basement as well, and is right on the bus line. Also includes a detached, single-car garage.<br />
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<strong>Notes</strong>: <strong><span style="color: #0b5394;">1402 Goodyear Blvd. Akron, OH 44305</span></strong> / 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths; ready to move in. The home has Central air, gas forced air heat and includes Dishwasher, Dryer, Range / Oven & Refrigerator. For more details, click <strong><a href="https://www.zillow.com/homes/for_sale/Akron-OH-44305/35417025_zpid/77119_rid/globalrelevanceex_sort/41.077483,-81.452261,41.068036,-81.473268_rect/15_zm/" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong>.<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-46271086293909766602017-11-03T06:48:00.000-04:002017-11-03T14:53:39.891-04:00CONGRATULATIONS TO EAST HIGH DRAGONS: 2017 CITY SERIES POSTSEASON CHAMPS!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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East Side Pride was on full display Thursday, November 2, as
the East High Dragons defeated the Buchtel Griffins for the 2017 City Series
Postseason football title. The win came just two weeks after Buchtel had
prevailed in a 15-13 contest—but the Dragons turned the tables and won a
memorable championship game, 21-20.<br />
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The win game the Dragons their second consecutive title, and
was primarily driven by an outstanding defensive effort, which resulted in two
scores from that side of the ball. Much of the critical action took place within
the last two minutes of the game, as a defensive score by East was matched by a
Buchtel touchdown drive. Unfortunately for the Griffins, what would have been
the game-tying extra point attempt was missed, thus delivering the victory to
the Dragons. What a game!<br />
<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-31788509600799558782017-10-31T21:30:00.000-04:002017-11-01T10:31:39.335-04:00GROCERIES AND GATHERING PLACES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Looking through the initial results of our survey, it was interesting—though not so surprising—that Goodyear Heights residents would like to see the kind of amenities that are often found in many lively, active neighborhoods. These include things like grocery stores, coffee shops and cafes, farmer’s markets, and other retail outlets. In short, the comments seemed to indicate that people were looking for places to gather and socialize. That’s typical for a healthy neighborhood. Most people prefer to know who their neighbors are, enjoy at least some level of social interaction, and have a feeling of belonging to a “community.” Gathering places like restaurants, coffee shops, taverns, parks and public squares, and retail stores play an important role in bringing people together and shaping that sense of community and identity.<br />
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These kinds of businesses are also important in enhancing Goodyear Heights’ attractiveness as a walkable community. The neighborhood was built before the era where everyone had a car—and it was designed to have the most-needed services within easy walking distance. For example, around 1920, the commercial area around Goodyear Boulevard and Pioneer St. included a grocery, butcher shop, sundry store (think of a drug store without the pharmacy), a real estate office, barber shop, and more. Later, as America became infatuated with the automobile, these kinds of retail services became more centralized (think of the old Acme at Six Corners) and as time went on, moved even further out from the central parts of the city—<em>which is why the closest Acme is now in Tallmadge.</em><br />
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Today, more people would like the convenience of a <strong>neighborhood grocery</strong>; not a huge mega-store, but something more modest that offers a decent selection of basic foods at a reasonable price. For the older members of the audience, think of an old Lawson’s store on steroids. Combined with a weekly Farmer’s Market in a central location for produce and other specialty items, this would be helpful for the neighborhood. If you’ve ever been to the Mustard Seed Market in Highland Square, you can see how a grocery operation of modest size has become a popular neighborhood gathering place. The store itself is not that big at all, but the public gathering spaces and café on the second floor has almost become the “neighborhood living room.”<br />
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There are a few places to eat and drink in the neighborhood, and a few (like Julian’s) attract some customers from other parts of the city. It would be nice to see more of this, and also have some of these businesses try to build a stronger bond with the surrounding neighborhood areas. It’s also critical that neighborhood residents <em>patronize</em> their local businesses, to ensure they remain healthy and viable. Everyone has a role to play.<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-74331959215869936332017-10-08T23:30:00.000-04:002017-10-09T11:30:58.250-04:00SURVEY RESULTS CONTINUE TO "FALL" IN!<br />Responses continue to come in for our Goodyear Heights Resident Survey, and as the weeks go on we’ll be sharing some of the results and highlighting some of the specific questions we asked and the responses we are getting.<br />
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As a teaser, we might pass on just a few observations that we gathered on our first look at the results. One thing that stuck out was that a majority of the respondents (55%) have lived in Goodyear Heights for at least 10 years of more—in fact, in our initial 100 responses, 30% of those surveyed had lived in Goodyear Heights for <strong>20 years or more!</strong><br />
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That points to something we suspected—that a number of families have lived in The Heights for multiple generations. It also points out that there is a high degree of satisfaction for many residents, and that they have both a financial and emotional investment in the neighborhood.<br />
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Among the first 100 respondents, <strong>almost 80% were homeowners</strong>. Most lived in what we would consider the “older” part of the neighborhood. Of the issues they would like to see the city address, crime was by far the primary issue—something that is typical in most of Akron’s neighborhoods.<br />
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We’ll also note there was a very high degree of interest in a true grocery store, places to eat and hang out, improved parks and a community garden, and maybe even a regulated dog park. Over the next few weeks, we’ll look at some of those things our residents are suggesting, and consider how we can adapt those ideas into an overall plan to improve Goodyear Heights. <em>Stay Tuned!</em><br />
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Here in Ohio, everyone knows the “snowbird” phenomenon – seniors who move to sunny southern climes in their later years. But a recent <strong>AARP survey</strong> shows that a vast majority of older Americans—more than 70 percent of those over 50, according to the survey—plan to “age in place,” or stay in their homes or communities. <br />
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<a href="https://www.citylab.com/life/2017/10/urban-americans-want-to-age-in-their-neighborhoods/541971/" target="_blank">A recent article on the <strong>CityLab</strong> website</a> details the survey and noted that the desire to stay put persists across urban, suburban, and rural residents—even in Snow Belt cities and among those who have the financial resources to buy that condo in Boca Raton or Scottsdale.<br />
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The survey showed that 7 out of 10 urbanites still want to live in their city after the age of 80. For Baby Boomers, the share was higher, at 8 out of 10.<br />
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Among some of the things that seniors look for is good access to health care and an environment where they have an opportunity to remain active and keep in touch with friends.<br />
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These are important things to keep in mind as we consider the future of Goodyear Heights. For one thing, we know that many of our residents have lived in the neighborhood for many years—even over multiple generations. Some older residents enjoy the modest upkeep requirements of their home, the familiarity of the area, and the quiet, relaxed nature of The Heights.<br />
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<strong>We want to ensure that The Heights remains a great neighborhood for all residents, young and old—with amenities that everyone can enjoy. Preserving its character and building a clean, safe and walkable neighborhood will go a long way towards meeting that goal.</strong><br />
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<strong><br /></strong>Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-55713993460520729702017-09-14T22:41:00.000-04:002017-09-15T10:44:07.920-04:00TAKE OUR GOODYEAR HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD SURVEY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><span style="color: #20124d;">It only takes a couple of minutes, but you can help us chart a course for the future of Goodyear Heights by telling us what you think.</span></strong> Our online survey can be accessed by clicking on the button below. <br />
We want you to tell us: What are our neighborhood's challenges? What things make it great? What would you like to see, in terms of services, retail, amenities, programs or activities?Plans and ideas don't add up to much without the input of our neighborhood residents. Don't be shy...<em><strong><span style="color: #073763;">nothing great will happen unless you provide your input and let us know what you</span></strong> <strong><span style="color: #073763;">think!</span></strong></em><br />
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</em>Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-71202413745265600062017-09-12T23:13:00.000-04:002017-09-15T11:14:17.966-04:00FEATURED HOUSE: 1811 Tonawanda Ave.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This lovely cottage-style home combines both English and Craftsman-style elements. Constructed in 1918, it sits in a quiet area of Goodyear Heights not far from the metropolitan park. At just over 1300 sq. feet, it still features the original bold columns across the front porch, solid brick over clay-tile construction and exudes a lot of quaint character. From the hardwood floors and brick-fronted fireplace to the original woodwork and stairs, it’s loaded with charm and has been appropriately updated. It’s hard to believe it’s almost a century old! The backyard is also quiet and well landscaped; great for relaxing or entertaining, with a large deck and slate walking paths. <br />
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<strong>Notes:</strong> <strong><span style="color: #0b5394;">1811 Tonawanda Ave. Akron, OH 44305</span></strong> / 3 bedrooms and 1 bath; ready to move in and enjoy. Central air, forced air heat and detached, 2-car garage. Wood-burning fireplace.<br />
For more details, click <strong><a href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1811-Tonawanda-Ave-Akron-OH-44305/35473464_zpid/?fullpage=true" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong>.Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-53576605914271598072017-08-21T22:16:00.000-04:002017-08-22T16:17:33.972-04:00PRELIMINARY PAPERWORK NOW SUBMITTED FOR NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong>The process has started.</strong> With the submission of our preliminary paperwork to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the effort to create a National Register Historic District in Goodyear Heights is now fully underway. <br />
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The process begins with a preliminary questionnaire, which gives a general overview of the nominated area and requires the submitter to provide detailed information about the proposed district. This information generally covers four different criteria, which describe an area’s significance in terms of:<br />
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<strong><span style="color: black;">a)</span></strong> Historic significance in terms of key national or local historic events<br />
<strong><span style="color: black;">b)</span></strong> Association with important people of national or local importance<br />
<strong><span style="color: black;">c)</span></strong> Definitive characteristics, representing the work of a master, or distinctive features that make it representative of a type, period or method of design/construction<br />
<strong><span style="color: black;">d)</span></strong> Association or potential for archaeological discovery<br />
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While many historic districts have been deemed eligible for the National Register of Historic Places using just one of these criteria, Goodyear Heights can claim to have significance using three of these criteria; a, b, and c. That provides a distinct advantage in pursuing our application.<br />
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Our preliminary paperwork also included a number of photographs, including houses, streetscapes, parks and other images which will provide our SHPO evaluation team with an image of the neighborhood’s current condition. Also important were maps of the proposed district and historic maps of the original phases of the allotment.<br />
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It’s a long evaluation process; once the materials are reviewed, a site visit to Goodyear Heights will be made by the SHPO to further research the neighborhood and, providing the submission is approved, they will provide recommendations and guidance for preparing the final application for the National Register of Historic Places. This will be submitted to the National Parks Service.<br />
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So – our work has just begun! If you have questions, or would like to offer help if it is needed, we would certainly like to hear from you. In the meantime, be sure to sign our online petition, which will help us as we pursue obtaining assistance from the city of Akron on this project.<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-1200515126224806382017-08-17T16:06:00.000-04:002017-08-22T16:18:32.399-04:00THE AKRONIST VISITS OUR NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's no secret that Goodyear Heights knows how to put on a great block party, and it was certainly in evidence on August 1st during the national <strong><span style="color: blue;">Night Out Against Crime</span></strong> neighborhood celebration. Each year in cities all across the country, neighbors gather to share information, get info from law enforcement on how to keep their community safe, and generally have fun getting to know each other! <br />
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The annual event takes place in neighborhoods all over Akron, but the biggest party of all happens right here in Goodyear Heights, in front of the Linda Theater. Local businesses, community groups, entertainers and residents all shared in the fun, with hundreds of people congregating on Goodyear Boulevard. Much of the credit for the even goes to R.I.G.H.T. president Sharon Connor, who helps organize the event and bring it all together.<br />
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To read more about it, check out <a href="http://akronist.com/hip-hop-surf-tunes-t-rex-view-neighborhood-block-party/" target="_blank"><strong>this article</strong></a> in <strong><a href="http://akronist.com/" target="_blank">The Akronist.</a></strong><br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-75805228362777345202017-08-06T17:30:00.000-04:002017-08-07T11:46:53.570-04:00TIME TO GROW SOME SPIRIT WITH A COMMUNITY GARDEN!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong>It’s time to share your vision about a Community Garden in Goodyear Heights!</strong><br />
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There was a meeting on July 11, but you can still participate in a community garden survey initiated by Summit Metro Parks. This survey is intended for any resident of the Goodyear Heights, Ellet and City of Akron interested in gardening, socializing, volunteering or coordinating garden-related activities.<br />
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A community garden provides a source of inexpensive, high quality food, an opportunity for activities and socializing, and a source of community pride! Please take 5 minutes to help Summit Metro Parks look at your community’s needs and desires. Your responses are welcomed and protected. Please share this link: <a href="http://bit.ly/SMPgardensurvey">http://bit.ly/SMPgardensurvey</a> with other neighbors of the Goodyear Heights Lodge which is located at 2077 Newton Street, Akron 44305.<br />
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You might be surprised to know that community gardens are not a new thing in Goodyear Heights; during the First World War, many residents worked together to grow vegetables on the allotment's vacant lots. During WWII, a portion of the metropolitan park was also used to grow vegetables in support of the war effort!<br />
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Thank you in advance for your assistance in gathering community information regarding community gardens.<br />
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Join the fun on Tuesday August 1st as the Goodyear Heights Community comes together for the 2017 <strong><span style="color: blue;">Night Out Against Crime</span></strong>. This city-wide event, which takes place at 15 locations across Akron, aims to make neighborhoods safer through community building and education.<br />
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Over the past few years, Goodyear Heights has had one of the best turnouts in the city, with hundreds of neighbors coming together to celebrate in a big street party <strong>on Goodyear Boulevard, in front of the Linda Theater.</strong> Residents are encouraged to come by for games, music, refreshments, community information and a number of other activities designed for all ages.<br />
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"This event is a welcome opportunity for our law enforcement officers to interact with neighbors under positive circumstances," Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan said in a news release. The campaign includes citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic/religious groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials. Nationwide, more than 38 million people from 16,000 communities are expected to participate in the campaign, which is in its 34th year.<br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-13386974889430940222017-07-13T21:26:00.000-04:002017-07-14T09:28:28.057-04:00LOOKING BACK: PHASE 2 BEGINS...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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By 1916, the first phase of Goodyear Heights--the area west of Brittain Road, was generally complete. Streets and sidewalks were complete, the majority of the houses had been built, and just a handful of lots remained to be sold. The response to the concept of high-quality, affordable housing for Goodyear workers had been overwhelming, and as a result, the company decided not just to "double-down" on the idea, but to "quadruple-down" on it--expanding with a second phase that would be four times the size of the original.<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">The following article is from a 1916 Edition of the company newspaper, The Wingfoot Clan. It provides a lot of interesting details on the progress, and news of a naming contest:</span></strong><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">“Sixteen streets of the new allotment, Goodyear Heights No. 2, are as yet un-named. A part of them are continuations of streets and roads already existing and a few have been christened with appropriate names, but sixteen remain to be named. This must be done at once so they can be recorded, and to do this the Goodyear Heights Realty Company is offering a prize of $5.00 in cash to the Goodyearite or member of a Goodyear family who submits the best list of sixteen names before Saturday noon, July 22nd. A blank appears at the bottom of this page which should be filled out and sent in to Mr. Apel. A map of the new sub-division appears on the insert to give you an idea of the lay of the land.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">The work on this allotment has progressed more rapidly than the average man appreciates, and is being pushed faster because Goodyear Heights is practically sold out, but a few lots are left. Though it is yet virgin farm land, it has been carefully surveyed and plotted, and the contracts for all grading have been let. The plans for the sewer and water systems are now being made and the contracts call for the completion of all this work by January 1st, 1917. Paving of the streets will then be started early next spring.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">The scale of the work on Goodyear Heights No. 2 is of a magnitude never before attempted around Akron. It is an immense tract of land which will contain large home lots to a number four times as great as the present Heights. The land is high and dry, for the greater part comparatively level, but with a few rises and hills to lend some diversity to the landscape. From some of these hills views extending for miles across the city and open country lay before the eye.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">The work of designing the sub-division is being done by the same artists who designed Goodyear Heights, and the layout preserves all the natural beauties, the woods, hills and orchards and the little creek valley, converting some of them into parks, others into beautiful residence sections. Prizes will be offered later on for the naming of these places. Goodyear Heights No. 2 is destined to become in a few years one of Akron’s show spots, a residence section ideal for the working man of moderate income.”</span><br />
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<br />Goodyear Heightshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18035024159497883901noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-43212115378135221402017-06-10T11:49:00.000-04:002017-06-15T11:54:12.146-04:00SUMMERTIME NEWS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you grew up in the Heights, summertime was always a great time! It’s no different today, with lots of activities going on for young and old alike.<br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><strong>RESERVOIR PARK SUMMER CAMP</strong></span><br /><strong>June 19 – July 28 / 9am – 2pm</strong><br />
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Designed for children ages 5-10 years old, 25 spaces are available. Last day for registration is June 15. Organized by City of Akron – Summer Fun Camp fee is $100.00. <br />Call the Community Center at the park –<strong> 330-375-2802.</strong><br />
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<strong><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">SAFETY TOWN</span></strong><br /><strong>Coming to Seiberling CLC / July 10-14</strong><br />
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Sign up ends June 30. Open to children living in City of Akron who will be entering Kindergarten or 1st Grade in Fall of 2017. Safety Town is a FREE, hands-on safety program designed to teach children about bicycle, bus, fire, playground, gun, dog, poison, stranger-danger, crossing the street, calling 9-1-1 and other safety-related issues. Runs for 1 week – 9am – 12 noon. Each cild receives a Safety Town T-Shirt and bike helmet.<br />
<br />Register at <a href="http://www.akroncops.org/"><strong>www.akroncops.org</strong></a> or <a href="http://www.akronfiredept.org/"><strong>www.akronfiredept.org</strong></a>MShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14495919724952916502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6354678547319878856.post-18563315992983245332017-06-02T22:32:00.000-04:002017-06-15T11:34:38.997-04:00IN THE DAYS BEFORE WEED-WHACKERS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When Goodyear Heights was first being developed, it was inevitable that the vacant lots where houses were yet to be built could soon be overgrown with tall grasses and weeds. This was especially the case since the whole allotment had once been farmland. <br />
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While push-reel mowers were not new at the time, not everyone had one—and they were only of practical use if one had a yard planted with well-tended grass. For more troublesome spots, the vacant lot next door, or other areas where a mower could not be used, something more substantial was called for. In this case, it was the <strong><span style="color: blue;">Community Scythe.</span></strong><br />
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Shortly after workers and their families began moving into the first phase of the neighborhood, the Goodyear Heights Improvement Association voted to purchase a scythe that would be loaned out to residents for a modest fee. If the tool was returned in good order after a reasonable amount of time, the fee would then be refunded to the user.<br />
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Today, just about every household owns their own personal weedeater—but this old time solution seems pretty reasonable and entirely neighborly. Pretty cost-effective, too.<br />
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<em><span style="color: blue;">(The accompanying article is from the Wingfoot Clan)</span></em>MShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14495919724952916502noreply@blogger.com0