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State of Our City Our past, present and future
Also • SHOP LOCAL • ELEANOR B. GARFIELD • TRAIN WRECK OF 1905 • ASK THE CHIEFS • RESIDENTS GUIDE • DINING GUIDE Make Your Health a Priority
Safety has always been a key element of patient care at University Hospitals. We are following COVID-19-related guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the Ohio Department of Health to keep our patients safe at our hospitals and physician offices. We will continue to provide excellent care in a safe environment, even though things may look and feel a little different.
You can now return to UH for services, including: • All doctor visits • All imaging procedures, diagnostic tests and lab work • All outpatient surgeries, not requiring a planned overnight stay • Treatment of pain or severe symptoms that interfere with your daily life
Our emergency rooms, urgent cares and orthopedic injury clinics continue to be open to meet your immediate health care needs.
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Upcoming Health Talks UH is bringing our health experts to you through a series of virtual health talks. The virtual seminars will include a presentation by our experts and a Q&A session. These events are free but registration is required.
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The official magazine of the city of Mentor.
Council President Bruce R. Landeg City Manager Kenneth J. Filipiak Assistant City Manager Anthony Zampedro Community Relations Administrator Ante F. Logarusic The popular Mentor Farmers Market is held Fridays from 2 to 6 PM at Garfield Park Mentor City Magazine during the summer months. is published annually and produced by 6 Ask The Chiefs 23 Eleanor B. Garfield Direct Market Publishing. Q&A with the police and fire chiefs Mentor’s second First Lady For advertising inquiries: 10 Shop Local 27 Mentor Public Library (440) 799-8882 Spotlight on businesses Adjusting with the times [email protected] over 25 years in the city 28 Residents Guide 18 The State of our City Cover photo: The estate at the Wildwood Our past, present and future 45 Dining & Entertainment Cultural Center was built in 1908 by Guide Cleveland industrialist John G. Oliver 22 20th Century Limited as a summer retreat. Train wreck of 1905 50 Mentor Public Schools Photo by Ante Logarusic - City of Mentor pro e te e te et t o t h t port t to o
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Dear Neighbors and Guests, On behalf of Mentor City Council and our entire administrative staff, I am pleased to present the 2020 Mentor City Magazine. Inside, you’ll find helpful information about our city services and other resources that can serve as a reference during the next year. You’ll learn a little bit more about what makes Mentor special to so many of us. I’d like to extend a special thanks to the advertisers which made this publication possible. They represent a portion of Mentor’s robust business community that strongly supports our institutions and make so many high-quality public services possible. If you are visiting, make yourself at home and please enjoy your stay. We hope you’ll find time to take advantage of the many recreational, cultural, and shopping and dining opportunities that we offer. Best Regards, Kenneth J. Filipiak | Mentor City Manager
Mentor City Council FRONT (left to right): Janet A. Dowling – Councilperson-at-Large; Bruce R. Landeg - President of Council, Councilperson, Ward 3; Scott J. Marn – Councilperson-at-Large REAR (left to right): Matthew E. Donovan - Vice-President of Council, Councilperson, Ward 2; Ray Kirchner – Councilperson-at-Large; Sean P. Blake – Councilperson, Ward 1; John A. Krueger – Councilperson, Ward 4
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cityofmentor.com | 5 Ask the Chiefs Mentor police and fire chiefs weigh in on some commonly asked questions Chief Kenneth K. Gunsch he police and fire departments are vital to the health and well-being of any city. The job of the police is to protect citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic. They Trespond to calls for help, violations, and make arrests. The job of the fire department is to respond to calls to extinguish hazardous fires that threaten life, property and the environment, as well as to rescue people and animals from dangerous situations. We asked the leaders of these important community heroes a few questions many might be wondering about. Police Chief Gunsch Crime Report, Mentor had 41 violent is drunk, on their phone, or just being Kenneth K. Gunsch joined the crimes in 2018 with a population of distracted. What should a motorist department in 1993 as a patrol officer. 47,118. Our monthly crime and traffic do if they fear the driver is a threat? After serving as an evidence techni- statistics are published on our depart- A. Distracted/impaired drivers are cian, field training officer, and detec- ment website under quick links/latest a danger to the traveling public. If you tive with Mentor’s Criminal Investiga- statistics tab. Crime statistics for all notice a vehicle driving in front of you tion Unit, he rose through the ranks Ohio cities are also published by the that appears to be impaired (weaving and was promoted to captain in 2012. FBI-Uniform Crime Reporting. in their lane) call 911. If this person In May of 2019, he was appointed as is impaired, we want to do all we can police chief. : Your job, of course, is keeping to get them stopped and off the road QMentor safe. During these chal- before they possibly cause an accident : What do you find are residents’ lenging times, have you had to make and injure someone. Sometimes we Qmost common concerns in the changes in how you approach what have people send us a Facebook mes- community? used to be “normal circumstances?” sage and photo of the vehicle’s license A. Residents want to be safe and Such as, have you had more distress plate to report the driver. This infor- know if they need assistance, they can calls and emergency calls, than usual? mation will not get to the officers on call us, and we will be there. Many Are you finding that people are much the street in a timely manner. Calling residents are concerned about traffic is- more worried about, well, everything? 911 and staying on the phone to pro- sues and count on us to enforce traffic A. The global pandemic has forced vide location updates to the dispatcher laws to ensure safety in their neigh- us to adjust some of our operational works the best for us to locate the borhoods. We have a comprehensive techniques. Wearing masks and keep- vehicle and take appropriate action. traffic program as our main purpose ing our social distance from people is for traffic enforcement is to change our main focus to stay safe. Obviously, : Given today's circumstanc- the driving behavior of drivers, either in police work, it's not always possible Qes, what changes are possible by issuing a citation, or written/verbal to keep the distance when officers have to improve the city overall, and/or warning, and to make the roads safer to make arrests. likely to change at this time concern- for everyone. In regards to an increase in calls, I ing continued safety among home thought we would see an increase in residents, store owners, motorists? : Do you have stats stating how domestic violence and assaults during Should residents do something they Qsafe it is to live in Mentor? the governor’s stay-at-home order. aren't doing right now? What would A. Mentor is a very safe place to live However, our domestic violence arrests you like the public to know that's not and is evident in our crime stats we were relatively equal to 2019 through often mentioned in the news? publish every month. The large ma- April and our assaults and thefts have A. I take the safety of the city resi- jority of our crimes are related to theft been down during this time period. dents and businesses seriously and we offenses. This is understandable since Overall, our call activity decreased 36% do everything we can to keep them we have such a large volume of retail during the stay-at-home order but is safe, along with our visitors. We as a sales in the city. Our violent crimes are returning to normal levels with the police department accomplish this by low and have been low for many years. opening of the economy. having professional and well-trained I attribute this to the professionalism officers. Our officers adhere to the of our officers and quick response : We’ve all seen weaving cars, and highest ethical standard and pride when issues arise. Per the FBI Uniform Qoften, we don’t know if the driver themselves on their commitment 6 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine to protect and serve all those in our working together and we are fortunate community with impartiality. One to have strong community partners— message I always want to share with whether it is with other city depart- the community is to call us if you’re ments, mental health, our schools or having a problem or you believe there neighboring public safety agencies. is some type of suspicious activity occurring. Many people will call us : Why does the fire department the following day to report a suspicious Qalways send out two big trucks person or event because “they didn’t Chief Robert Searles when responding? want to bother us.” That limits our A. At least two big trucks are sent the most sophisticated and technolog- capabilities to take action or conduct to most emergencies because we want ically advanced equipment available. follow-up. We are here to help and will to ensure the best outcome possible. We’ve developed a culture that has always respond when needed to keep We operate with a tiered response empowered our firefighters to look our community safe. system that has proven to be effective. beyond basic fire and EMS services to All of our multi-station responses are find ways to improve the wellness of managed using a standard manage- Fire Chief Searles our community. Our service deliv- ment system that allows our officers Robert Searles joined the depart- ery capabilities and specialty services the flexibility to reduce, or increase, the ment in 1988 and has held every rank we are able to offer is only possible response assignment based on need. within it. He was promoted to lieu- because the residents support their Our experience has taught us that, tenant in 1992, battalion chief in 1994, safety services, along with our busi- in most cases, we can do more for our deputy chief in 2000, and became ness community and schools that have residents than just treat the patient. the Mentor fire chief in 2014. He has partnered with us to make things safer Because we respond with the ambu- served on the Ohio attorney general’s and better in Mentor. I would like our lance and fire engine, we’re able to school safety task force and works with residents to know that we are here for provide more than just good EMS care. the Mentor Public Schools and police them and we are grateful for the part- The crew on the fire truck not only department on hazard preparation and nerships that we have developed with assists caring for the patient but can response planning for school-based our community. emergencies. He is also the recipient do more once the ambulance leaves for the hospital. of the 2014-2015 Department of Ohio : Everyone knows they should Examples include comforting the Veterans of Foreign Wars Firefighter of have fire and CO detectors, but Q family by providing updates on their the Year Award. what other life-saving measures peo- loved one, giving directions to the hos- ple should know, or do, that they may pital, securing the house, making sure : What do you want people to not be aware of? other hazards are abated like turning know about your work? A. Smoke detectors, fire alarms and Q the stove off or locking up the house. A. The Mentor Fire Department, carbon monoxide detectors are very All our fire apparatus is equipped and the city of Mentor, have a long and important, and we have developed pro- with advance life-support equipment rich tradition of caring for one another, grams that have a strong focus on fire and trained paramedics, so if there is a and working together. Over the years, prevention. But there are many risk second call in their response area, they we’ve evolved to what I refer to as a full factors present in our community. Our are already on the road and able to service fire department. Because of the primary goal is to improve the overall respond to the next call. tremendous support of our commu- strength and wellness of our com- nity, we’re able to make use of some of munity by reducing harm. The key is Concluded on page 8
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Euclid Fish Brunner Pummels Home Company Sanden Deitrick Furnishings Established: 1944 Funeral Home & Established: 1953 7839 Enterprise Drive 8666 Mentor Avenue (440) 951-6448 Cremation Center (440) 255-9787 www.euclidfish.com Established: 1949 www.pummels.com Owner: John Young 8466 Mentor Avenue Owner: Roberta Fulton Euclid Fish Company is a (440) 255-3401 Pummels is well known for offering fourth-generation family foods www.brunners.com higher quality furniture, lamps and all company that specializes in quality Owners: Nancy Brunner Sanden, accessories. Their veteran staff is expe- seafood, meat, poultry and specialty Adam Sanden, Jason Sanden, rienced and educated in every aspect Chuck Brunner, Brian Deitrick foods. They supply a wide selection of the furniture industry. of seafood from around the world, as Amenities at Lake County’s largest They help with design and details for well as quality meats, gourmet foods, funeral home include a cremation each room in the house, and home- and food products for restaurants, center, arrangement center, pre- floor planning, Pummels specializes in specialty stores, hotels and more. The arrangement center, monument store, hand selecting furniture with custom- company is also renowned for clam- gift shop, flower shop, reception center, er’s unique needs in mind. bakes, both catered and take-home. catering and bar service.
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Longo’s Spudnuts Mentor Heisley Established: 1969 Established: 1970 Racquet & 7314 Lakeshore Boulevard 6930 Center Street (440) 946-8222 (440) 255-7257 Fitness Club 8907 Mentor Avenue Owner: Geta Sidley Established: 1971 (440) 974-8282 Thispopular donut shop has 6000 Heisley Road www.longospizza.com retained its hometown, neighborly (440) 639-2582 Owner: Joe Longo feel through the decades. Their tasty www.mentorheisleyfitness.com This popular hometown Italian donuts feature potato flour in the Owner: The Osborne family restaurant on Lakeshore Boulevard mix, which gives them the unique His love of tennis inspired Jerome earned such a local following that flavor that locals adore! The sizable Osborne Jr. to open this center that is the owners opened a second location dine-in counter brings together now a full fitness complex with 2,900 on Mentor Avenue in 1980. The family and community. members. The facility has tennis, menu offers a wide variety of spe- Spudnuts is open 24 hours a day, basketball and racquetball courts, cialty pizzas, pasta, calzones, sand- seven days a week. Come by for cardio and weight room, soccer cen- wiches, salads, and more including coffee. ter, indoor/outdoor pools, and a hair gluten-free items. They also provide salon. Group fitness classes include catering for special events. boot camp, water aerobics, spinning and special classes for seniors.
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Ladies & Barb & Patty’s Timothy Allen Gentlemen Butcher Palace Jewelers Salon & Spa Established: 1980 Established: 1986 9460 Mentor Avenue 8925 Mentor Avenue, Suite C Established: 1975 (440) 255-7774 (440) 974-8885 8780 Mentor Avenue www.barbandpattys.com www.timothyallenjewelers.com (440) 255- 5572 Owners: Barb Wisch, Patty Ardire Owner: Timothy Allen www.ladiesgentlemen.com Owners: Nancy and Ed Brown Owners Barb and Patty are hands- Located in The Bridal Center plaza on workers, along with Patty’s sons that includes a bridal shop and hair This institution began in a small and grandchildren. Their long–held salon, Timothy Allen Jewelers spe- space with a staff of just three, reputation for personal customer cializes in engagement and wedding and has grown into a full-service service, an unsurpassed variety of rings. industry inside a 14,000 square foot meat selections, homemade sausag- This retailer of fine jewelry is building with a salon, spa, Aveda es, old-fashioned smoke house, and owned by a master jeweler with a Lifestyle store, and children’s salon. consistency of product quality is long history of making all types of The salon professionals offer beauty renowned in the community. Their diamond rings, necklaces, bracelets, services such as hair, nails, makeup, store also offers authentic European as well as other accessories. massage and body treatments. specialties and a full deli.
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cityofmentor.com | 15 Help for Mentor seniors our teaching is guided by is a phone call awaythe belief that each child is When an older person starts to need Sometimes this support can be a unique gift of god, created help with daily activities, it tends to straightforward: a little help with be close family members or neighbors transportation, preparingwith special some meals, gifts and talents. that step in. A spouse, adult children, household chores or assisting with Also Supported by St. Justin Martyr, St. Noel’s, and St. Mary Magdalene grandchildren or a caring friend are shopping. our teaching is guided by CHRIST-CENTEREDoften the ones who find themselves But inCURRICULUM other cases, these friends and the belief that each child is After Care Program having to Choirtake on a new role as Enrichmentfamily members Programs find (Grades themselves 3-8) havingOperation Keepsakea unique (Jr. High) gift of god, created All Day Kindergarten caregiver.Community Outreach Futureto take Teachers on quite (Grade a lot. 8) This is oftenPhysical due Education Science Lab/Makerspacewith special gifts and talents. 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16 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine For the Birds Mentor Marsh home to over 260 bird species The Mentor Marsh region is of the premier rare bird sightings and new breeding species birding sites in northeast Ohio. The 230-acre continues to increase. All of these factors, as Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve includes well as the abundance of protected species 1.5 miles of shoreline with rare dune plants, like the once rare Bald Eagle, have helped a riverine marsh, and mature oak bluff. It is designate the marsh as an Important Bird located on the western boundary of the over Area (IBA) within the Grand River-Lower 800-acre Mentor Marsh State Nature Pre- Watershed. serve, which is also one of the best birding Along the east portion and south side of sites in the state of Ohio. the preserve, you can overlook the marsh Mentor Marsh contains diverse wetland and several mudflats, which are excellent communities and habitat types that serve as spots for shorebirds and waterfowl in migra- important breeding and nursery areas for tion. The Overlook Trail begins by cutting fish and waterfowl, as well as a ‘stopover’ through deciduous forest, full of warblers, resting site for neotropical birds and butter- vireos, and flycatchers from spring to fall, flies as they migrate up to several thousand and hosts a diversity of species year-round. miles in the spring and fall. The trail continues to the bluffs, which offer Over 260 bird species have been record- excellent scoping opportunities for mergan- Birds species like this ed within or offshore of the marsh. The sers, gulls, scoters, and many species that great blue heron can large-scale removal of invasive phragmites, overwinter on Lake Erie. routinely be spotted in led by the Cleveland Museum of Natural Trail maps and a bird field checklist can be the Mentor Marsh. History, has increased occurrences of highly found at the lagoons office or kiosk or down- sought-after marsh birds. The potential for loaded at cityofmentor.com/birding.
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s Mentor residents know, our through the 1950s - but change it who camped out on his property to re- ever-evolving lakeside commu- most certainly did! Take a drive down port on the campaign. It was frowned nity is a patchwork of old and Mentor Avenue today and it’s hard to upon in those days for a candidate Anew, with a unique blend of historic imagine that just 60 years ago, this was to actively seek office, so instead, he homes, contemporary structures, thriv- a collection of nurseries and cross- addressed his supporters from his front ing businesses, and picturesque natural roads. porch. Over 15,000 well-wishers came spaces. Mentor first rose to national prom- to tiny Mentor, with its population of A number of changes have taken inence during James A. Garfield’s just 540, to see and hear Garfield that place since Mentor was first settled in successful front porch presidential year. 1797 as a part of the Connecticut West- campaign in 1880. The Hiram native By the turn of the 20th century, Lake ern Reserve. What was once a sleepy purchased his 160-acre farm in 1876 County was becoming an attractive little farm town has become an import- to relocate his large family. One of the and convenient getaway for nearby ant manufacturing and retail center in major reasons he chose the property Clevelanders thanks in large part to the the state of Ohio. Let’s explore where was that he wanted his sons to learn Interurban electric railway which cut our town has been, what we enjoy about farming. A congressman at the an eight-hour carriage ride into a one- today, and where we are headed in the time, Garfield was a self-made man hour trip. Many wealthy Cleveland future. in every respect whose reputation as industrialists chose to call our area an abolitionist, Civil War hero, and home, even if it was just for the sum- thoughtful legislator, put him on the mer. Among them was John J. Oliver, Nothing is certain path to the presidency. whose Tudor-inspired summer estate but change After securing the Republican nomi- on Little Mountain Road was designed Like much of northeast Ohio, Men- nation, Garfield retired to the comforts by President Garfield’s son, Abram. tor began as a farming community of his family farm which was dubbed The home and grounds are now known and much of that remained unchanged “Lawnfield” by the cadre of reporters as the Wildwood Cultural Center.
18 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine Nurseries became big integrates residential, com- business in Mentor through mercial, and industrial areas so the 20th century. The “Rose that growth can occur in har- Capital of the Nation” held its mony instead of conflict,” says crown from the 1920s through Mentor city manager, Kenneth the 1970s when over a dozen J. Filipiak. producers raised approximately The establishment of the in- five million plants a year from dustrial corridor and rerouting their Mentor fields. Famous of the Lakeland freeway in the growers included Gerard K. late-50s helped launch Men- Klyn, the largest rose grower tor’s growth and is the bedrock in the Midwest; Joseph Kallay, upon which the City of today who in 1932 received U.S. was built. patent No. 10 for “Blaze;” Mel- “The vision they articulat- vin E. Wyant, accredited rose ed ensured that Mentor had The Great Lakes Mall opened in 1961 as an open-air grower, judge, and lecturer; allocated areas well-positioned shopping center and was built on a strawberry field. Joseph J. Kern, nationally rec- for smart growth in manufac- Source: Cleveland Public Library ognized expert on old fash- turing, retail, and professional ioned roses; and Paul R. Bosley, services, while securing areas who specialized in hybrid tea for greenspace and residential roses. In fact, mail order nurs- development,” adds director of ery giant, Wayside Gardens, economic development, Kevin was founded here in 1920 and Malecek. operated in Mentor prior to As a result, Mentor under- moving to South Carolina in went explosive growth. In the mid-70s. 1960, 4,354 people called Mentor has had its share of Mentor home. By the end of influential citizens over the the decade, that number would years. Among them was Gar- grow nine-fold! field’s granddaughter-in-law, Today, Mentor is the largest Eleanor, who became Mentor city in Lake County with village mayor in 1952 and a population of just under whose vision and persistence 50,000. The City is home to The W.S. Tyler Company featured 5,000 different helped make Mentor what it is over 1,700 businesses, includ- components, spare and replacement parts for Tyler today. ing over 300 manufacturers, screening machinery that were kept ready. In most cases, After World War II, Mentor 300 retailers, and 170 eateries, same day shipment was available through parcel post, started seeing a shift in its way and these businesses constitute truck or the adjacent railroad. Photo circa 1962. of life. This sleepy little town nearly 40% of Lake County’s Source: Cleveland Public Library was starting to grow as families economy. and businesses made their way Early business investment in east from Cleveland. Lake the industrial corridor, as well County was the fastest growing as along Mentor’s commercial County in the state in those sector, helped pave the way days because of affordable (as well as the roads) for the housing opportunities as well Mentor of today. Income taxes as newfound accessibility due generated by business enabled to improving roadways and the the expansion of city services, growing highway system. establishment of full-time Thanks to Garfield and like- safety forces, purchase of land minded civic leaders, what was for parks and recreational once a waypoint was about to opportunities, as well as many become an economic power- of the other amenities that we house. enjoy today. “Mentor’s leaders were “The city of Mentor has Mentor was once known as the "Rose Capital of the ahead of their time when always been about balance, and Nation" when area growers produced five million plants they planned our community. that balance has assured pros- per year. Aerial view of Wayside Gardens in 1964. Sound municipal planning perity and growth over our last Source: Cleveland Public Library
cityofmentor.com | 19 acre Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve & Marina are birding havens. Over 260 species of birds have been record- ed in the area in the past year alone. Mentor Civic Center Park, adja- cent to the Mentor Municipal Center, features ball fields, a pool/waterpark, ice arena, skate park, pickleball courts, picnic ground and shelter, playground, and an impressive state-of-the-art amphitheater. The facility is home to a number of events, including the City’s popular Mentor Rocks concert series which draws an average of over 6,000 music-lovers per week during summer months. STERIS was founded in Mentor in 1985. Today, the company Veterans Park, located on Hopkins conducts operations in over 100 countries. Road, is a popular place for family fishing, dog walking and hiking. And, Eleanor B. Garfield Park, on Mentor 60 years,” says Filipiak, “In our time parkland, miles of bike and multi-pur- Avenue, offers a fishing pond, soccer as an incorporated city, Mentor kept pose trails, ball courts, pools, and field, basketball and tennis courts pace with innovation and evolution in more, there is always something to do and baseball diamond, outdoor pool, commercial and industrial markets, no matter what the season. picnic pavilion, and playground. providing the core employment that Living on the shores of Lake Erie Springbrook Gardens is Mentor’s has guaranteed a vibrant and dynamic provides the perfect backdrop to boat, newest permanent greenspace. Dedi- economy.” fish, bird watch, or simply lounge in cated in 2019, this 52-acre park occu- That tradition continues today as the sun. Headlands Beach State Park’s pies the former Springbrook Gardens the City welcomes new investment mile-long stretch of sand makes it the nursery property. Park improvements from international firms, including longest natural beach in Ohio and and addition of amenities are ongoing, ACO, DeNora Tech, and Heilind but residents are already enjoying the Electronics as well as expansions from pond, boardwalk, and 1.7 miles of home-grown companies like STERIS, paved walking paths. Avery Dennison, and Polychem. Black Brook Golf Course has been One of the most exciting upcoming a local favorite for over 90 years. additions is the Cleveland Clinic’s new Established in 1927, Black Brook was state-of-the-art hospital which will designed by the legendary Bertie Way include emergency care, in/outpatient – who also designed the Country Club services, and specialty disciplines to of Detroit, the Mayfield County Club, be built at I-90 and SR-615. Hundreds of thousands of people and the famous South Course at Fire- have attended concerts at “the Amp” stone Country Club in Akron. The since the facility opened in 2017. facility has been owned and operated There’s no place Pictured: Robin Wilson of the popular by the city of Mentor since 2005 with like home ‘90s rock band Gin Blossoms who a number of improvements made to Mentor isn’t just a great place to performed in June 2019. the course. do business, it’s also a great place to Source: City of Mentor For those 55+, the Mentor Senior live. Mentor homes are typically on Center is a favorite place to spend the market for a shorter period of attracts over two million visitors each time with dear friends as well as make time and sell for more than those in year. The adjoining Nature Preserve new ones. It is the largest senior other communities in Lake County. features an all-access boardwalk that center in Lake County with over 5,000 Highly-rated schools, high-quality city guides you through the natural splen- members. They offer wide assortment services, and low overall taxes are just dor of sand dunes and native vegeta- of programs including fitness classes, a few of the reasons why people love tion that extends to the water’s edge arts and crafts, health service infor- to call Mentor home. and offers a commanding view of the mation, and more. The home-cooked Another major incentive is that rec- famous lighthouse. lunches are a particular standout for reational activities abound for Mentor The nearby 800-acre Mentor Marsh the community. The 22,000-square- residents. With over 1,200 acres of State Park and the city-owned 450- foot facility features a library, dou-
20 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine These African-American Civil War veterans visited James A. Garfield’s Mentor, Ohio property during the 1880 “front porch” presidential campaign. The Garfield home is visible in the background. Garfield was one of the few Republicans still openly talking about race and civil rights as late as 1880. (Source: National Park Service)
ble-faced fireplace, billiards room, computer room, fitness center with aerobic and strength training equipment, and meeting rooms. Aside from the parks and facilities, Mentor Recreation offers more than 1,200 ways to enjoy life every season of the year through a multitude of athletic, cultural, arts, and Mentor’s population grew at a rate of nearly 25% per year nature programs for all ages and levels to choose from. in the 1960s. New homes on Jeremy Avenue in 1967. Keeping in mind all of the great things that Mentor has Source: Cleveland Public Library to offer today is something that wouldn’t have been possi- ble had the people in the “little village that could” not had the persistence to forge ahead with their vision. It’s clear that Mentor has changed a lot in just the past 60 years, we can’t wait to see what the next 60 years bring. What’s also clear is that despite the downturns of 2020, this northeast Ohio city has never been better. So, if anyone asks, “What’s so good about Mentor?” The answer is simple: Pretty much everything.
Eleanor B. Garfield and Ray Dawson reviewing Mentor’s industrial corridor. Source: Cleveland Public Library
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any northeast Ohioans cars were still made of wood. Locals engine, which was over the designated have heard about the great bravely rushed to the scene, but the limit. There was talk that the train was Ashtabula train wreck which flames were too intense for them to be behind schedule and trying to make Moccurred in 1876. A train on the Lake very helpful and they were forced to up time. Shore and Michigan Southern Railway abandon their efforts. The railroad was insistent that this was traveling through Ohio bound Despite the rapid appearance of was no accident. The conductor of No. for Chicago in a blinding snowstorm the fire department, it took up to five 26 examined the switch immediately when the bridge collapsed. It was hours before the flames were under after and told general passenger agent the worst U. S. railroad accident of its control. Twenty-one people died, W. J. Lynch, who was on the train, that time, killing nearly 100 people. including the locomotive’s engineer. it was set and locked for the sidetrack In 1905, another accident occurred Several passengers were hurt, some se- with the lights extinguished. The along the same line, this time right riously, while others were able to walk switch was not damaged and worked here in Mentor. Although this one away from the wreckage. perfectly after the accident. was much less known, it was just as The man who was firing the locomo- notable. tive that night recalled that light sig- The tragedy occurred at the former nals indicated a clear track ahead and railroad passenger depot located on that nothing was out of the ordinary. Station Street, just east of Center Street Although it was reported that “every behind what is now Deeker’s Bar & possible effort is being made to locate Party Center. The accident raised the party who misplaced the switch,” some controversy before becoming a nothing ever came of the investigation. part of Mentor’s forgotten history. If there indeed was malice involved, The Mentor railroad depot was rebuilt the train wreck remains Mentor’s in 1909 and still stands today. Historic Train Derailment greatest unsolved crime. The 20th Century Limited ex- So, what was the cause of the derail- Mentor has undergone many chang- press passenger train was the fastest ment? Upon inspection, it was widely es since 1905. The freight station was long-distance train in the world at the suspected that the switch had been destroyed in the accident and rebuilt time of the crash. On June 21, 1905, at tampered with. The question of who shortly thereafter. The passenger approximately 9:20 p.m., it was travel- or why has never been answered. depot across the tracks remains intact ing eastbound at a rate of 70 miles per The assistant general superintendent, and recognizable, although the build- hour through the sleepy farm town of D. C. Noon, stated soon afterward, ing has changed a bit of its look since Mentor, when it was diverted from the “So far as can be learned, the switch becoming a restaurant/bar. main line and straight into the freight was opened and locked open by some The Mentor station, located at 8455 station. An emergency application of party unknown, probably a crank, and Station Street, is listed on the National brakes could not stop the train before evidently with malicious purposes.” Register of Historic Places as the Lake the locomotive, tender, and the first He went on to say that another fast Shore and Michigan Southern RR few cars derailed and fell onto their east-bound train had passed through Depot and Freight House. side. Immediately after the crash, the switch 45 minutes earlier, without – Article by Deanna Adams the engine’s boiler exploded, and the incident. The crash also created a – Photos courtesy of Cleveland ensuing fire spread quickly since most fervent debate over the speed of the Public Library
22 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine Eleanor B. Garfield Mentor’s second First Lady own Jordan Motor Company. At a served just one term, but her boundless country club function, she mentioned energy and ambitious nature proved to to him that she needed a car, but that be a great asset for our community. they were all “too drab, too dark, too She forged a reputation for getting big, or too small,” thus inspiring the the job done and has been referred to design of the Playboy Roadster in as our “industrial strength mayor” as which she spirited around town. well as the “iron lady” for her tough Eleanor attended prestigious Brown stance on issues concerning what was University. After graduation, she at the time, Ohio’s fastest-growing returned to the area and married the county. President’s grandson, Rudolph H. Gar- Hands-on doesn’t even begin to field, in 1925. The couple raised two describe her involvement in the com- children before her husband unexpect- munity. edly died at the age 47. resident James A. Garfield and Throughout her lifetime, Eleanor his wife, Lucretia, are among the was described as brilliant, pretty, ener- most famous names in Mentor. getic, ambitious, and a “girl of action.” PHowever, there is another Garfield The death of her husband seemed to who is also a highly regarded figure in motivate her even more. She soon our history. She shares the same last opened up her own furniture refinish- name – not through DNA but through ing business and became a member of marriage – and also displayed her own the Mentor Girl Scout Council. When brand of smarts, ambition, and a bold she learned the local Episcopal church vision, that has had an impact on our didn’t have enough money for a stee- city to this day. ple, she obtained a real-estate license, Eleanor B. Garfield led the way in planning the industrial area sold three homes, and paid for the along Tyler Boulevard. History of a Dynamo steeple out of her commissions. Eleanor Borton was born in 1899, Once, she hid in the bushes of the the daughter of a Cleveland stockbro- First Lady of Mentor Old Newell Estate (which later became ker. In the 1920s, she embraced the Garfield ran for mayor in 1952. The Garfield Park) with Mentor’s police flapper craze; she enjoyed jazz music, two men she ran against argued that chief during a stake-out to gather evi- dancing, exhibited a zest for life, and they were more qualified. As it related dence to break up an illegal gambling was a well-known and admired Cleve- to politics, that may have been true, operation. land socialite. but it didn’t stop her from running She also petitioned (although some She served as the muse for Edward a vigorous and successful campaign. would say, strong armed) then-gover- “Ned” Jordan, owner of Cleveland’s Mentor’s first, and only, female mayor Continued next page
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cityofmentor.com | 23 Continued from page 23 Fun Facts! Do you know how Mentor, Ohio, ac- quired its name? Mentor is named after the Greek figure, Mentor, who was the tutor of Telemachus, and the son of Od- ysseus, and originated in Greek literature. The pronunciation of the city’s name has some residents pronouncing it as “men- ter,” while others use the term, “men-tore.” However, true Mentorites go with “men- ner.”. The term, “Mentorite” was coined by President James A. Garfield, after purchas- ing his home here in 1876. He began using nor C. William O’Neill to relocate in a fire. The old carriage house it whenever he referred to his hometown residents. the Lakeland Freeway (SR-2) to still stands and is used by the City’s accommodate an industrial park parks department. Famous residents along Tyler Boulevard between A citizens group, led in part by James A. Garfield was our 20th presi- SR-306 and SR-615. Ray Dawson, Eleanor, directed the charge to raise dent and the last one to be born in a log longtime Mentor builder/developer funds to purchase the property for cabin. He was known for giving speeches and planning commission member, the establishment of a private com- right on his lawn, known as his “Front helped her with that cause, as well munity park. The result of their Porch Campaign.” Garfield’s home was as other endeavors. efforts became Mentor Recreation affectionately known as Lawnfield. Now, it This industrial corridor served Park. is officially known as the James A. Gar- as the foundation for Mentor’s eco- The city of Mentor purchased field National Historic Site and is widely nomic growth and stability over the the park in 1980 and renamed it in recognized as the first presidential library established in the United States. decades and was vital in funding Eleanor’s honor. Her grace and wry Lucretia Garfield was born in Garretts- the range of city services and facili- sense of humor cut through while ville, Ohio, and spent her years in Mentor ties that we enjoy today. accepting the honor. “I’m alive and as wife of President Garfield and First adyL There is no doubt, that Eleanor get to see my name on a park,” she of the United States. She was an advocate Garfield changed the face of Men- quipped, “Usually they do this type for literacy and raised funds to construct tor, Ohio. She played an essential of thing once you are dead.” Mentor’s first Library building. role in the development of property Today, Garfield Park is one of the James (Jim) Tressel was born in Mentor in our community as well as the City’s most-utilized public spaces and served as head coach of The Ohio consolidation of the Mentor Village with an outdoor pool, playground, State Buckeyes, 2001 to 2010, earning and Township school districts. She baseball/softball diamonds, three Bowl Championship Series title also played a pivotal role in creating basketball court, picnic pavilion, game appearances, one national title in the park that is now named in her five-acre fishing pond, soccer fields, 2002, and a 9-1 record against Michigan. honor. lighted tennis courts, barrier-free He has held the position of president at restrooms, and a wildlife area. Youngstown State University since 2014. Eleanor B. After retiring to South Carolina His father, Lee Tressel, was head coach Garfield Park in her later years, Eleanor B. Gar- at Mentor High School before becoming What was known as the New- field moved back to northeast Ohio head coach for Baldwin-Wallace College. ell Estate was a 65-acre property in 1991 to be closer to family. She Katie Spotz, born in Mentor in 1987, and located a block west of Lawnfield. died on June 30, 1994 at the age of a 2005 Mentor High School graduate became the youngest person to row solo The estate originally served as a 95 and is buried near her husband across the Atlantic Ocean from January summer resort for John Newell in Mentor Municipal Cemetery. to March in 2010. She is the first person (brother of Helen Newell Garfield, She was a colorful, driven, to swim the entire length of the Allegheny innovative, and effective leader in wife of Garfield’s second son, James River in New York and Pennsylvania. a time when it was considered a R.). The family sold the property Drummer Jim Bonfanti and guitarist man’s world and her impact on our in the 1940s. It was eventually Wally Bryson are both Mentor music icons, abandoned by subsequent owners community is felt to this day. having started their musical careers with and the home (located where the – Article by Deanna Adams teen bands, The Mods, and The Choir… swimming pool is today), fell into – Historical photos courtesy of then on to fame with 1970s pop-rock favor- disrepair before being destroyed Cleveland Public Library ites, The Raspberries. Bonfanti currently drums for local band, Abbey Rodeo. 24 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine o r ery om Regain Your Confi dence! O o S r ery Ce er a e ery yo eed Wisdom eeth ental mplants Dr. Keith M. Schneider acial osmetic r ery Dr. Donald P. Lewis oard oto and illers Dr. Jill M. Weber Certifi ed Dr. Jaclyn A. Tomsic S r eo eeth n ne o r Dr. Nishant Joshi ediatric and ore
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cityofmentor.com | 25 Since You Asked Answers to residents’ most common questions Why isn’t work done at night? complete stop at the location. Q Unfortunately, there is no perfect A. Temperatures, traffic volume, and solution to the problem of speeding noise, are major factors. Some mate- traffic. There will always be drivers rials, such as asphalt, may not always that speed through residential areas be available during nighttime hours. and it’s important for neighborhood Engineers try to assess the best way to residents to be aware of this. Often Why does it seem to take so long proceed with a project with minimal times, the problem stems from drivers to repave a road? Q inconvenience to property owners and that live in the neighborhood. By A: There are a number of reasons motorists. simply raising awareness of the issue, why a project may appear to pause drivers in the neighborhood may during construction. Phases are Who do I call to report a adjust their driving and decrease their conducted in order and many times, Qpothole? speeds. one phase must be completed before A. General road maintenance inqui- another can begin. Utility relocations What should I do if the power ries should be directed to the Public are a common cause of delay. Or, there goes out? Works department at (440) 974-5781 Q could be a delay in material delivery. or email pubworks@cityofmentor. A. Immediately call the Illuminating Crews may be awaiting inspection, com. If a pothole exists on private Company’s Automated Outage Report- or for concrete to cure before they’re property, such as in a parking lot or ing Line at (888) 544-4877. Do NOT able to move on to the next step. State private street, it is the responsibility call the emergency dispatchers; the use funded projects can’t begin until the of the property owner to address it as of 9-1-1 is only to report a crime in budget has been passed by the state well as any possible claims. If that’s the progress, or a fire, or if an ambulance legislature and funding is released. case, contact our Code Enforcement is needed. Once official notification is obtained, division at (440) 974-5792. projects proceed to the bid process. How can I learn more about our Residential streets are evaluated on a Why can’t I get a stop sign at the city council sessions? biannual basis using Ohio Department Q intersection near my house to of Transportation (ODOT) pavement Q A. All current council agendas are reduce speeding? condition ratings. Recommendations posted the Friday before the upcoming are made in the fall for work to be A: Many studies have shown that meeting on the city council page on conducted in the spring of the follow- stop signs are not an effective measure www.cityofmentor.com. If you have ing year. All projects are posted on the for controlling or reducing midblock questions about an agenda item, please city of Mentor website and social me- speeds. In fact, the overuse of stop call (440) 974-5755. dia sites. Projects can be impacted by signs often result in drivers carelessly For any questions concerning com- weather and other scheduling factors. “rolling” through a stop sign, or not mon ordinances, visit the Ordinances For further questions on road proj- stopping at all. Stop signs can give page listed under the About Mentor ects, contact the Engineering Depart- pedestrians a false sense of safety if it is tab on the city website. ment at (440) 974-5786. assumed that all vehicles will come to a –Article by Deanna Adams
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entor ity ag .in Mentor Public Library Adjusts with the times and keeps serving the community imes change, and they are changing more quickly than any ever before in Mentor Public Library’s 200- year history. This year, the unimaginable happened Tand the Mentor Public Library temporarily shuttered its doors to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In a short time, circumstances changed dramatically. But A renovation at the Mentor Public Library’s Mentor-on-the-Lake the library’s mission never altered – to serve its community. Branch will allow it to host more and larger programs than pre- The library has since reopened its doors, but some of the viously possible. The project started with a generous donation changes it made during its brief closure remain. from former MPL trustee Francis “Bud” Paulson. For example, it invested more in digital resources than ever. Now patrons have more access to ebooks, audiobooks, digital copies of magazines and comics, streaming music and movies, and online classes than ever before. And they’re free for patrons to access with their library card. Likewise, when the library couldn’t host programs in its buildings, it took their programs online where people could enjoy them in the comfort and safety of their home. Mentor Public Library has shared story times, weekly craft Main Branch The HUB at Mentor H.S. ideas, tutorials for beginning readers, book club discus- sions, author talks, historical programs, and more videos on its Facebook page, YouTube channel, and website, www. mentorpl.org. Even with its doors reopened, the library continues to share a varied slate of programming for all ages online via Zoom or its social media for those who prefer to stay home – for whatever reason. Lake Branch Headlands Branch Meanwhile, the library continues to look to the future. Its Lake Branch recently received a renovation and ad- Even with constant change around it, Mentor Public dition that was funded in part by a generous donation by Library finds itself in the same place – at the forefront of former MPL board member Francis “Bud” Paulson. With technology and the center of its community. the addition of the Beryl B. Paulson annex and meeting For more information on Mentor Public Library, its ser- room, the Lake Branch will be able to host more and larger vices and programs, visit www.mentorpl.org. programs and community meetings than ever before. Article by Jason Lea • Photos courtesy of Mentor Public Library
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cityofmentor.com | 27 Residents Guide A list of names, numbers and other useful information. Stay up to Date Managing the Visit the city of Mentor online at Mentor Library’s main branch. City’s Business cityofmentor.com for comprehen- The Mentor Parks & Recreation Mentor officially became a city on sive information including news Guide promotes more than 500 December 18, 1963. It has been op- and event schedules. Click on the recreational and cultural programs erating under its own charter since connect tab for a complete listing offered by the city. The guide is January 1962, when voters adopted of social media feeds and available mailed to residents three times a the council-manager form of govern- app to stay up to date with the latest year. Additional copies are available ment. breaking news from the city. at city buildings. Under this system, a seven-mem- Download the city of Mentor The Mentor Senior Center news- ber council is elected by voters on mobile app at iTunes or Google Play. letter is mailed bimonthly to mem- a nonpartisan basis; three members You’ll get up-to-the-minute updates bers. serve at-large, the remaining four on news and events as well as a The Mentor Channel features live are ward representatives. Each handy push notification system for coverage of city council and plan- council member serves a four-year emergencies and important news ning commission meetings as well as term. updates. other content. Watch live on Spec- Every two years, the council The Special Edition community trum Channel 1024, U-Verse Channel chooses one of its members to newsletter is produced quarterly and 99, thementorchannel.com, or on serve as president of council. mailed to all households in Mentor. YouTube, ROKU, Apple, or Android You can reach the city council It provides information about ser- app. office at 440-974-5755. vices, ordinances, public meetings, Mentor Radio 1620 is a low-pow- You can email ALL members of construction projects, and upcoming ered AM station which provides DeBord’s council at citycouncil@cityofmentor. events. Additional copies are avail- residents and travelers general com. able at the city buildings and the information on the city. Your Heating & Air Conditioning/Plumbing Teams Are Here to Assist!
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Mentor City City Department Directory Municipal Court Civil Case Council Members Contact the city department or 440-974-5745 Ward 1 – Sean P. Blake office by dialing the numbers listed Criminal & Traffic Term Expires: 12/31/23 below. 440-974-5744 440-231-1646 Assessments (Special City) Planning & Development [email protected] 440-974-5770 440-974-5740 Athletic Field Maintenance Police Non-Emergency Ward 2 – Matthew E. Donovan 440-974-5720 440-255-1234 Vice-President Term Expires: 12/31/23 Black Brook Golf Course Prosecutor 440-855-5581 440-951-0010 440-974-5752 [email protected] Blockwatch Program Public Information Office 440-974-5760 440-974-5794 Ward 3 – Bruce R. Landeg Building Permits and Fees Public Works Department President 440-974-5785 440-974-5780 Term Expires: 12/31/23 440-290-6261 City Council Office Recreation 440-974-5755 440-974-5720 [email protected] City Manager’s Office Recycling Ward 4 – John A. Krueger 440-974-5790 440-974-5780 Term Expires: 12/31/23 Clerk of Council Road Resurfacing 440-487-9009 440-974-5755 440-974-5780 [email protected] Code Enforcement Senior Citizen Center At-Large – Janet A. Dowling 440-974-5792 440-974-5725 Term Expires: 1/01/22 Ditch Enclosures Sign & Fence Permits 440-669-5811 440-974-5785 440-974-5740 [email protected] Drainage Assistance Snow Plowing At-Large – Ray Kirchner 440-974-5785 440-974-5781 Term Expires: 1/03/22 Economic Development Storm Sewer Maintenance 216-496-6213 440-974-5740 440-974-5781 [email protected] Employment Inquiries Stormwater Help Desk At-Large – Scott J. Marn 440-974-5795 440-974-5785 Term Expires: 1/02/22 Engineering & Building Street Lights 440-299-7572 440-974-5785 440-974-5780 [email protected] Finance Traffic Signals & Signs 440-974-5770 440-974-5781 Mentor City Fire Non-Emergency Wildwood Cultural Center Council Meetings 440-255-1212 440-974-5735 Council meetings are held at the Fire Prevention Victim Assistance Program first and third Tuesday of every 440-974-5768 440-205-2438 month at 7 p.m. at the Mentor Munic- Fire Public Education Yard Waste Program ipal Center; 8500 Civic Center Blvd. 440-974-5769 440-974-5780 Meetings are open to the public. All Human Resources Zoning regularly scheduled meetings are 440-974-5795 440-974-5740 carried on Spectrum Channel 1024 Ice Arena and U Verse Channel 99 as well as 440-974-5730 If you’re uncertain which depart- thementorchannel.com, YouTube, ment you need, dial the Mentor ROKU, Apple, or Android app. International Trade Programs 440-205-3743 Municipal Center’s main number at Meeting agendas and archived 440-255-1100 for assistance. meetings are posted on the website. Keep Mentor Beautiful Program Announcements regarding council 440-974-5780 LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING work sessions and public hearings Law Director are posted in the local newspaper, 440-974-5755 on the website, and on The Mentor Mentor Cemetery Channel. 440-974-5733 LakeBRIDGE County's premiere news Watch the Mentor Channel Mentor Channel source for healthy aging and Spectrum 1024 • U-Verse 99 440-974-5794 contemporary living since 1972. ROKU • iTunes • Google Play Mentor Lagoons Marina www.thementorchannel.com 440-205-3625 www.lccoa.org
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Important Missing Children’s Hotline Dog Warden Service Numbers 800-843-5678 440-350-2640 24-hour Social Services Hotline National Runaway Switchboard Income Tax 2-1-1 1-800-RUNAWAY 800-860-RITA AIDS Hotline Premier Behavioral Health James A. Garfield 800-332-2437 (Adult Mental Health) National Historic Site 440-266-0770 American Red Cross 440-255-8722 216-431-3010 Salvation Army Lake County Auditor Bureau of Employment Services 440-354-3774 440-350-2534 877-644-6562 SMART Recovery USA Lake County Cooperative Free addiction recovery support meetings Extension Service Cable Complaints – 440-951-5357 Ohio Dept. of Commerce 440-350-2582 800-686-7826 Waste Management Lake County Council on Aging 866-797-9018 Child Abuse Hotline 440-205-8111 800-422-4453 Other Useful Numbers Lake County Department Crossroads Health of Jobs & Family Services (Adolescent Counseling) Attorney General’s Office 440-350-4000 800-282-0515 440-255-1700 Lake County Landfill Auto & Driver’s License Bureau Forbes House (Women’s Shelter) 440-350-2644 440-974-9000 440-357-1018 Lake County Title Bureau (Mentor) Better Business Bureau Game Warden 440-350-2800 330-644-2293 216-241-7678 Board of Education Lake Humane Society HEAP – Home Energy Assistance 440-951-6122 440-350-9160 440-255-4444 Board of Elections Lake Metroparks Lake County Crisis Hotline 440-639-7275 440-953-TALK 440-350-2700 Dog License Lake County Visitor’s Bureau Lake Metroparks Wildlife Center 440-975-1234 440-256-1404, x2131 440-350-2534 Laketran 440-354-6100 Marriage Licenses 440-350-2326 Have Questions Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce Have Questions About Medicare? 440-255-1616 About Medicare? Mentor Monitor CALLHave CSP Questions INSURANCE About Medicare? 440-946-2577 CALL CSP INSURANCE Mentor Post Office SOLUTIONS!CALL CSP INSURANCE 440-255-2798 SOLUTIONS! Mentor Public Library SOLUTIONS! Main Branch 440-255-8811 Medicare Supplements Headlands Branch 440-257-2000 Medicare Advantage Lake Branch Life • Health • Dental 440-257-2512 Mosquito Spraying 440-350-2543 Carl Purpura Ohio E-Check Hotline 800-CARTEST Ohio Tourism CSP Insurance 800-BUCKEYE Solutions Pools (Seasonal) Civic Center Pool 440-974-5723 440-479-2619 Garfield Pool [email protected] 440-205-0337 Morton Pool 440-257-5719 30 | 2020 Mentor City Magazine RESIDENTS GUIDE
Other Useful Numbers cont’d Emergency Hospitals & Medical Social Security Office For help in an emergency – Services 800-772-1213 including police, fire, or emergency Cleveland Clinic Torchlight Youth Mentoring Alliance ambulance – dial 9-1-1. Express Care Clinic 440-352-2526 When you dial 9-1-1, the call is 7533 Center Street, Mentor answered at the Mentor Dispatch Wildlife Officer – Game Warden 440-974-8362 Center, where the address and 330-644-2293 phone number from where the call Lake Health Mentor Campus Utilities originates will automatically appear on the dispatcher’s screen. 9485 Mentor Avenue AT&T A dispatcher answers the call by 440-974-6800 866-802-3522 saying “9-1-1, what is your emergen- Lake West Aqua Ohio Water Co. cy?” State the problem or emergen- Medical Center 877-987-2782 cy first, and then give the location of 36000 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby Dominion East Ohio Gas the incident. 440-953-9600 800-362-7557 The dispatcher will start the fire Tripoint Medical Center First Energy and/or police departments en route 7590 Auburn Road (Illuminating Co.) while obtaining additional informa- Concord Township 800-589-3101 tion from the caller. 440-375-8100 Automated Outage Reporting Stay on the line until the dispatch- 888-544-4877 er tells you to hang up. University Hospitals Remember to speak slowly and Lake County Sanitary Sewer Mentor Health Center 440-350-2070 clearly so that the dispatcher can 9000 Mentor Avenue get the correct information. 440-255-0800 NOPEC (Utility Consortium) TODAY'S 855-667-3201 The Area’s Leading Spectrum Family Publication! 844-896-4779 familyLake, Geauga & Cuyahoga Counties www.todaysfamilymagazine.com
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ORDINANCES warden’s office at 440-350-2640 to Vicious Animals report stray dogs. Hunting is prohib- Keeping dangerous or vicious & PROGRAMS ited within city limits. animals is prohibited. This summary of selected Men- Dead Animals tor city ordinances and programs Bicycles includes those areas and issues that Contact Public Works at 440-974- are most commonly encountered 5781 weekdays between 7 a.m. and The Mentor Police Department by citizens. The complete Mentor 4 p.m.; other times, call the Police offers citizens a no cost bicycle Code of Ordinances can be viewed Department at 440-974-5789. registration program that helps to at cityofmentor.com; click on Ordi- Exotic and Wild Animals identify a bike’s rightful owner if the nances under the “About Mentor” Keeping any undomesticated bike becomes lost or stolen. When tab. animals, including primates other riding on a road, cyclists must follow than monkeys, poisonous reptiles, the traffic laws and ride WITH traffic. Animals alligators, lizards over two feet long, Bike paths are to be shared by pe- Households in residential districts etc. is restricted. A complete list of destrians and bicyclists. Bike lanes may not have any more than three wild and exotic animals is available are exclusively for bicycles, unless dogs over the age of four months. at cityofmentor.com, click on Ordi- there is no sidewalk or shoulder. Dogs should be leashed at all times nances under the About Mentor tab. when outside. Owners must not Building Permits Farm Animals permit their dog to bark or howl so Building permits are required for Farm animals are not permitted on that it disturbs the peace. All dogs all construction including decks, premises less than two acres in size. over three months must be regis- pools, sheds, porches, enclosures, These include horses, goats, cows, tered with the Lake County Auditor etc., and must be obtained through chickens, ducks and similar animals. and wear a valid registration tag. Mentor’s Engineering & Building Additional zoning requirements Animal bites should be reported Department. Applicants for acces- may apply. Call 440-974-5740 for to the police department within 24 sory-type structures need to pro- specifics. hours. Owners of both dogs and vide two copies of the construction cats are responsible for picking Nuisance Health Risk Animals drawings, consisting of a site plan up after their pets, both on public Feeding or harboring of deer, rats, showing where the structure will and private property. Contact the raccoons or skunks is prohibited. be situated on the property, and the distance from all property lines. Plans must also show how the struc- ture will be built, materials used, etc. Once submitted, the plan review process takes about five working days (permits for sheds built from a kit can be obtained at the time of submission). A permit fee is charged, along with a refundable construction deposit, which can be returned if the structure passes all inspections. Both building permit and zoning permit applications are required for all construction projects including (but not limited to): additions, decks, garages, pools, fences, siding, sheds, porches, driveways and enclosures. For accessory buildings 200 square feet or less, only a zoning permit is required for review and approval by the Department of Plan- ning and Development. If the acces- sory building is larger than 200 square feet, a review by both the Building Department and the Plan- ning Department will be required. Applications for any new building or structure include two copies of the construction drawings and a site
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Building Permits cont’d street may not exceed three feet in ning on the weekend immediately height and must be decorative and preceding the fourth Monday in plan that indicates where the struc- at least 50 percent open. October through Friday of the sec- ture will be located on the property, ond full week in December in any the size and height of the structure, Garage Sales year of city-sponsored yard waste and the distance from all property A permit is not required; however, collection. lines. Plans must also show how sales are limited to three per year the structure will be built (materials and no sale shall exceed four con- used, etc.). Once submitted, the secutive days. Garage sale signs Grass and Weed Control review process takes approximately are permitted only on the property Generally, grass in residential 7 to 10 working days. A permit fee is where the sale is being held. Signs neighborhoods must be controlled charged, along with a construction may NOT be posted at any street in height and kept less than eight deposit, which will be refunded if corner or on tree lawns or utility inches. Weeds (such as goldenrod, the structure passes all inspections. poles. Illegally posted signs will ragweed, and thistle) that cause skin When a permit is issued, work on be confiscated by the City without reactions and respiratory problems the project may begin. notice. are not permitted to grow on any premises. No owner or occupant Cars for Sale Garbage & Recycling shall permit vegetation to create a Vehicles that are for sale in resi- Garbage cans, recycling contain- safety hazard. dential districts must be titled to the ers, bulk items, and yard waste may Property owners with excessively current resident, properly licensed, only be placed at the curb after high grass or weeds will be given operable, displayed for a maximum 3 p.m. the day before the items are 48 hours from receipt of notice to of two weeks and parked on an im- to be collected. comply with the ordinance. If com- proved parking surface (not on the After collection, garbage cans, pliance is not met, a city crew will lawn). The number of vehicles for recycling bins, and yard waste be sent to cut the grass or weeds of sale is limited to two per year. containers must be retrieved from any unoccupied properties and the the curb by 7 a.m. the day after your property owner will be billed. Oc- Curfew collection. cupied properties in violation will be Children under 12 are prohibited During the fall, the yard waste prosecuted in the Mentor court. Call from being outside between 9:30 restriction does not apply begin- 440-974-5792 with questions. p.m. and 5 a.m.; children 12- to 16- years-old between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., and 16- to 18-years-old from The “go to” company when turning 65 and beyond! midnight to 5 a.m. A new daytime curfew restricts school-aged chil- dren from being out of school during regularly scheduled school hours, unless accompanied by a parent or ASKus legal guardian, or the child has an the ABOUT authorized written excuse. Medicare ™ Health Plans Drainage Ditches MAZE All premises shall be graded and COMPANY AIMEE R. BUTLER maintained to prevent the accumu- Licensed Insurance Agent lation of standing water. No owner or occupant of any premises shall Turning 65 | Retiring | Social Security Disability cause or permit any natural water- Confused about Medicare? course, drainage ditch, creek, brook, culvert, or drain located upon the Let us educate you about your options: premises to become obstructed with Medicare Supplements Medicare Advantage Part D Prescription Drug Plans leaves or other debris so that water flow is hindered. Call 440-974-5785 KAZ COMPANY AIMEE R. BUTLER with questions. 9179 Mentor Ave., Ste. G 440-946-3944 Mentor, OH 44060 216-396-7590 Fences (located inside the offices of Asa Cox Homes) A permit is required if you plan on installing, altering, or relocating www.medicareplansneo.com a fence. Fences in the rear yard No fee or obligation to meet with us! of a residence must not exceed six Licensed and Certified with MULTIPLE Insurance Carriers. feet in height. Fences in the front yard or on a corner lot facing a side See us Sunday mornings on Spotlight 5 at 8:55 am!
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Home Occupations persons can file an exemption to Light Trespass Any business conducted out of a show no earned wages. Residents High intensity density (HID) light- residence requires one of two types are granted 100 percent credit for ing must have full cut-off fixtures or of permits. One permit is adminis- city income tax paid to other com- be shielded to prevent trespass or tratively approved, while the other munities. If you have questions, call glare. All spot or flood lighting must requires approval by the Municipal 800-860-RITA. be shielded or aimed to prevent Planning Commission. Call 440- Jogging light trespass. Call 440-974-5792 974-5740 with questions. with questions. Joggers are encouraged to House Numbers pursue their recreational activity of Mosquito Control choice in a safe and responsible House numbers must be dis- The Lake County General Health manner, and to follow these rules: played in a conspicuous location District oversees mosquito control • Jogging upon a roadway is in order to ensure efficient police, during the summer months. Spray- illegal if an accessible, adjacent fire, and postal services. Numbers, ing schedules are posted on The sidewalk is provided. no less than four inches tall, are to Mentor Channel as they become • Where a sidewalk is not provid- be displayed on houses less than available. If you have concerns ed, jog only on the shoulder of 61 feet from the road right-of-way. about the spraying, call the Health the roadway, as far as possible Numbers at least six inches tall are District at 440-350-2543. to be displayed on houses located from the edge of the roadway. between 61 feet to 100 feet from the • Where neither a sidewalk nor a Noise shoulder is available, jog as near road right-of-way. No person shall unreasonably as possible to the outside edge create a noise disturbance within of the road; if it’s a two-way road, Income Tax the city. Any noise that annoys or jog ONLY on the left side. Any All persons earning income in the disturbs a reasonable person, or joggers on a roadway shall yield city are subject to a two percent causes adverse effects on humans, the right of way to ALL vehicles. municipal income tax. Mentor resi- is prohibited before 7 a.m. or after dents must file an annual municipal 9 p.m. weekdays, and before 8:30 income tax return with the Regional a.m. or after 9 p.m. on Saturdays Income Tax Agency (RITA); retired and Sundays. Call the Mentor Police
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Noise cont’d • R Vs, Boats, and Dual-Axle Property Maintenance Department at 440-255-1234 to Trailers – RVs, boats, and dual Property owners are required to report disturbances. axle trailers may not be parked maintain the exterior of their prem- in front of the main structure. A ises so that its appearance does not Open Burning minimum three-foot set back negatively impact the immediate The burning of trash, brush, or is required from side property neighborhood. All residential rental leaves is not permitted. Small, lines. On corner lots, no RV, properties must be inspected every attended cooking campfires are boat, or dual axle trailer park- two years. If you are renting an permitted during favorable weather ing is permitted between the apartment or house, and you feel conditions without prior approval. right-of-way and side of the main the property is not properly main- Bonfires require prior approval of structure. Parking must be on an tained, call the Code Enforcement the Fire Prevention Bureau by call- improved surface of concrete, Office at 440-974-5792. ing 440-974-5768. asphalt or permeable pavers. • Commercial Vehicles – No more Refuse Collection Parking than one commercial vehicle (Commercial & Industrial) Overnight street parking between per dwelling unit may be parked Commercial and industrial rubbish the hours of 2 to 6 a.m. is prohibit- on a residential property. No haulers collecting in the city of Men- ed. Parking on the fire hydrant side vehicle, having a net total weight tor are required to obtain a contrac- of the street is prohibited. Parking of greater than 10,000 pounds, tor’s license and vehicle permit. on any city street whenever there is shall be parked on a residential more than a two-inch accumulation property. Parking must be on an Satellite Dishes of snow or ice is prohibited. improved surface of concrete, Satellite dishes are permitted • Motor Vehicles – In residential asphalt or permeable pavers. in rear yards only and must be at districts, motor vehicles must be No construction equipment or least 10 feet from the side and rear parked on an improved surface. vehicle (including, but not limited property lines. The maximum height Improved surfaces are those to, backhoes, bulldozers, tren- permitted is 12 feet; the maximum constructed of concrete, asphalt chers) shall be parked in resi- diameter is 10 feet. A permit is or permeable pavers, without dential districts for more than 30 required. Dishes less than a meter excess weeds or grass. days. in diameter (39.37 inches) do not
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Satellite Dishes cont’d Similar signs are not permitted public sidewalk, street, road, or require a permit; it is recommended off-premises and will be confiscated, highway is not permitted. that the smaller dishes be located in without prior notice, when observed • Access to Fire Hydrants – Prop- the rear yard. DIRECTV and DISH by the City. (See “Garage Sales.”) erty owners are urged to adopt residential units are exempt. the fire hydrant closest to their Snow and Ice Control property to keep the hydrant Sidewalks and Driveways • Clearing of City Streets – Arte- clear from snow during the win- Property owners are required to rial and major collector streets ter months. keep their sidewalks and driveway are given first priority for snow aprons within the public right-of- and ice control. All major inter- Solicitation way in a proper state of repair. If sections on the major arterial It is unlawful to solicit without first cracked, defective, or uneven, they highway system are salted and/ obtaining a solicitor’s permit from must be repaired or replaced. An or cindered, along with certain the Mentor Police Department. It annual sidewalk inspection and hills and bridges. Residential is unlawful to solicit at any premise maintenance program is ongoing. neighborhoods are cleared at which a “No Solicitors” sign is Property owners or persons respon- when conditions warrant. Call displayed. “No Solicitors” signs are sible for the premises shall keep the 440-974-5781 with routine snow available from the Mentor Police sidewalk(s) adjacent to such build- and ice control inquiries. Department. ing in a clean condition at all times • No Parking During Snow (this includes clearing the property’s Emergency – A snow emergen- Streetlights sidewalks of snow and ice, per Ord. cy is when there has been an Streetlights within the city of Men- 521.06). accumulation of more than two tor are paid through assessment of inches of snow, sleet, hail, or ice the benefiting property owners. If Signs on any streets/roads. No park- you observe a streetlight in need of “Home for Sale,” “For Sale,” and ing is permitted on city streets repair, please call 440-974-5781. “Garage Sale” signs are permitted during a snow emergency. only on the actual property where • Depositing Snow & Ice on Public Trees on Right-of-Way/ the sale is taking place and only Sidewalks or Roadways – De- Tree Lawn when posted behind the tree lawn. positing snow or ice onto any • Dead Trees – No owner or occu- pant of any premises shall permit a dead tree to stand near to a public sidewalk or roadway as to COMING endanger users should all or part of it fall. No owner or occupant shall permit a dead branch to overhang a public sidewalk or SOON... roadway. • Planting & Removing of Trees – Laketran’s new Route 8 wi ll serve The city of Mentor has specific Lakeland Community College ordinances which property own- ers are required to follow when Great Lakes Mall trimming, removing and planting Tyler Boulevard trees within the right-of-way or Mentor Park-n-Ride tree lawn. Call Public Works at Mentor Civic Center 440-974-5781 for details. Mentor High School Traffic Signals/Signs Mentor-on-the-Lake Traffic signals and signs are Mentor Headlands installed and maintained by the Public Works Department. For service requests, including repair Launching Fall of 2020 or replacement of these devices, call 440-974-5781. Emergency or weekend repairs should be reported to the Mentor Police Department at 440-974-5789.
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Yard Waste Collection tournaments, parties and more. Full Senior Citizens Center The city offers weekly curbside snack bar and pro shop. 8484 Munson Road yard waste collection from the The Community Center has three 440-974-5725 first full week of April through the rooms which accommodate 50-200 State-of-the-art facility provides ac- second full week of December. people each. Available for meetings tivities and services for those 55 and Residents can set out 12 units per and banquets. over. Barrier free. Lunch is served week on their regular trash day. The Campus also includes picnic weekdays from 11:30 am–12:30 pm limit increases to 25 units from the grounds and shelter, playground, and is open to the public. Facility is last full week of October through amphitheater, swimming pool, chil- available for private rentals. the second full week of December. dren’s water play area, sand volley- A unit is a paper yard waste bag, a ball court, basketball courts, pickle Black Brook Golf Course 32-gallon can, or a bundle of sticks. ball courts, skate park, bike path & Practice Center If you have questions, call 440-974- and baseball diamonds. 8900 Lake Shore Boulevard 5781. Pool hours: 440-951-0010 1 to 8 p.m. daily through the summer blackbrookgolfcourse.com CITY FACILITIES Pool phone: This beautiful, 18-hole public This is a listing of city offices and 440-974- 5723. course, features watered fairways, recreational facilities and the ser- Arena phone: paved cart paths, a practice putting vices available at each. 440-974-5730 green and a practice center with ten To rent the ice arena or communi- target greens, practice bunker and Civic Center Campus ty center, call 440-974-5730. To rent 1½ acre tee area. The clubhouse Mentor Municipal Center the pool, call 440-974-5720. has a fully stocked pro shop and 8500 Civic Center Boulevard snack bar with an attached pavilion The city of Mentor’s administrative Fire Station No. 5 for catered outings. The course offices are located within the Mentor 8467 Civic Center Boulevard offers golf schools and private les- Municipal Center building. Offices 440-974-5765 sons. Black Brook offers a variety of are open Monday through Friday, Fire Administration, Emergency leagues for men, women, coed, cou- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The main number Dispatch Center, Fire Prevention ples and juniors. Discounts offered is 440-255-1100. City offices are and Public Education. to Mentor residents. closed: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and Christmas Day. A BUILDING TRADITION 1st Floor – Planning & Devel- opment, Engineering & Building, Information Technologies, Mentor Municipal Court, Police Department, and Mentor Jail. 2nd Floor – Finance Department, Public Information (The Mentor Channel) and Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities. Serving Homeowners, Builders & Remodelers Since 1922 3rd Floor – Council Chambers, Experience • Knowledge • Service Council Offices, Law Director, City Manager and Human Resources. Your One-Stop Supplier: • Lumber • Interior Doors Cabinetry Civic Center Ice Arena, • Exterior Doors • Trim • Decks Community Center, • Windows • Kitchens • Hardware Mentor Civic Amphitheater, Civic Center Waterpark, We INSTALL! Skate Park 1.800.216.WOOD 8600 Munson Road (Located on the www.mentorlumber.com Civic Center Campus) 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: The Mentor Ice Arena is open Mentor Chardon year-round and features two full- 7180 Center Street 332 Center Street sized indoor rinks as well as a studio 440-255-8814 440-285-2251 rink. Available for open skates, cityofmentor.com | 37 RESIDENTS GUIDE
Center Street Ballfield Eleanor B. Garfield Park Mentor Beach Park & Sledding Hill 7967 Mentor Avenue 7779 Lake Shore Boulevard 8350 Carpenter Drive Community recreation center Restrooms, picnic area, play- (Enter off Center Street with barrier-free restrooms, pool, ground equipment, soccer fields. behind the Polo Building.) all people’s playground, baseball Sledding is permitted only during diamonds, picnic pavilion, pond, Mentor Lagoons Nature daylight hours. fishing, soccer, lighted tennis courts, Preserve & Marina and wildlife area. 8365 Harbor Drive Commemorative Pool hours: 440-205-3625 Rose Garden 1 to 8 p.m. daily, June–August Bird watchers and nature lovers 8537 Mentor Avenue Pool phone: enjoy this 450-acre nature preserve This garden was created in 1988 440-205-0337 featuring hiking trails, water trails, to commemorate the City’s 25th The pool, pavilion & recreation and 1.5 miles of wild beach. The anniversary. It features rose bushes, center are available for private rent- public marina provides direct lake and an Ohio Bicentennial marker als by calling 440-974-5720. access, year-round storage, and acknowledging Mentor’s place in boat ramp with discounted rates for history as “The Rose Capital of the Hodgson Park Mentor residents. Kayak, stand-up Nation.” Hodgson Road and Route 306 paddle board and canoe rentals Passive, open space area. available. Safe-boating classes also Dog Park offered. 6647 Hopkins Road Donald E. Krueger Park This is the perfect spot for our 7556 Chillicothe Road Morton Community Park four-legged friends to run and play 440-974-5720 9325 Rosemary Lane with dogs of the same size. The park Krueger Park House, barrier-free Amenities include: pool, re- features a doggie water fountain, restrooms, soccer fields. Barri- strooms, picnic pavilion, playground, park benches, agility equipment and er-free facility. Krueger Park House basketball and splash park. a safe, and a fenced in entry/exit is available for rent. Please call for Pool hours: area. The park is located next to the more information and to reserve 1 to 8 p.m. daily, June–August municipal maintenance facility. your time. Pool phone: 440-257-5719 Pool and pavilion available for private rentals by calling 440-974- 5720. Peter Ferrante, CFP® Branch Manager Proudly Municipal Maintenance Senior Vice President – Investments Discretionary Portfolio Management Facility 6645 Hopkins Road Public Works Department person- Serving nel and services related to road, Scott J. Marn, CFP®, AAMS® Senior Vice President – Investments public lands, equipment mainte- nance, storm drainage, street light- Our Clients ing and traffic. Ted Rigo Old Council Hall Vice President – Investments 7250 Jackson Street Historic recreation center avail- able for private rentals by calling In Mentor 440-974-5720. Corey Sarosy, CFP® Vice President – Investments Trust. Integrity. Mutual Respect. Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. Presidents Park is a national wealth management firm committed to 7670 Buchanan Court Picnic area, playground, bocce client-first service and providing the investment advice Jim Duralia court and basketball. Vice President – Investments you deserve. Springbrook Gardens Park 6842 Heisley Road The park features 52-acres of preserved green space, 1.7 miles of 7322 Center Street | Mentor, OH 44060 | P 440-205-0829 | TF 855-205-0829 benjaminfedwards.com asphalt walking trails and a large 2015-0655 Exp. 12/31/2021 Member SIPC pond with boardwalk.
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Tiefenbach Park ALSO IN THE open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk and Corduroy Road at NEIGHBORHOOD... include swimming, fishing, picnic Lake Overlook Drive areas, paved bike path, and pub- Gazebo and picnic area, BMX bike History, Museums, lic restrooms. Breakwall fishing is and skate park. & Nature permitted 24 hours a day. To the James A. Garfield immediate east is Headlands Dunes Veterans Memorial State Nature Preserve. Call 440- National Historic Site 466-8400 or visit dnr.state.oh.us. Corner of Center Street and 8095 Mentor Avenue Civic Center Boulevard Locals still call it Lawnfield, the Created with support from Men- Mentor Fire Museum name given to our 20th president’s tor VFW Post 9295. It is a site for 7262 Jackson Street home by newspaper reporters reflection and remembering those Constructed in 1942, this build- during the 1881 campaign. Garfield who have served our country. ing served as the first Fire Station purchased the c. 1830 nine-room Engraved bricks are available in the No. 1 until 1991. Now operated by house with nearly 119 acres of farm- memorial walkway surrounding the the Mentor Firefighters’ Historical land in 1876. The home contains the monument by calling 440-974-5720. Association. To arrange tours, email first presidential memorial library. [email protected]. The carriage house is now a visitor Veterans Park center and the main house contains 5740 Hopkins Road Mentor Marsh House many original Garfield family pieces. (Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve) Amenities include: fishing, hiking, Owned and operated by the Na- 5185 Corduroy Road picnic shelter, restrooms, play- tional Park Service. Call for hours at 440-257-0777 ground, and wildlife area. This park 440-255-8722 or visit nps.gov. This 700-plus acre state nature is owned by the city of Mentor and preserve was designated a National maintained and operated by Lake Headlands State Park Natural Landmark in 1966 by the Metroparks. Call 440-358-7275 to Headlands Road at north end U.S. Department of the Interior. Sce- reserve the picnic shelter. of state Route 44 nic trails, boardwalks, access areas, This 125-acre state park boasts Edward R. Walsh Park and a small nature center aid the a mile-long sandy beach — the public in appreciating the wonders 7221 Bellflower Road longest in Ohio. Facilities are of this natural area. Located west of Route 306 behind the Farmington Meadows develop- ment. Amenities: picnic pavilion, playground, spray park, baseball, re- strooms, soccer, barrier-free fishing dock, tennis, basketball, and 1½-mile KEEP KIDS SAFE paved walkway. Reserve pavilion by calling 440-974-5720. Your home can Wildwood Cultural Center 7645 Little Mountain Road make a difference The 25-room English tudor manor Foster homes give children safety, house is listed on the National security and supervision. Register of Historic Places and sits on 34-acres of wooded grounds. You can help protect children from Amenities include the historic manor abuse or neglect by providing a house, hiking trails, barrier-free re- stroom, picnic and wildlife area. caring environment for them until Annual activities include the Wild- Call the they can return to their parents or wood Arts Festival, held each June. Foster Care be adopted by a foster parent. The beautiful manor house is avail- line: able for private parties, dinners or Call LCDJFS to seminars by calling 440-974-5735. 440-350-4218 learn more about 440-918-4218 becoming a foster parent. Lake County Department of Job and Family Services
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EDUCATION MIDDLE SCHOOLS Ridge Elementary School 7860 Johnnycake Ridge Road Mentor Public Schools Memorial Middle School 8979 Mentor Avenue 440-974-5400 The Mentor Public Schools system 440-974-2250 serves 7,600 students from Men- Sterling Morton Elementary 9292 Jordan Drive tor, Mentor-on-the-Lake, and small Shore Middle School 440-257-5954 portions of Concord Township and 5670 Hopkins Road Kirtland Hills. The school district 440-257-8750 offers a strong college preparatory PRIVATE SCHOOLS program, vocational curriculum, and ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Lake Catholic High School special education services. Local Bellflower Elementary 6733 Reynolds Road businesses help students explore 6655 Reynolds Road 440-578-1020 career options through their partici- 440-255-4212 Mentor Christian School pation in programs like job shadow- Fairfax Elementary 8600 Lake Shore Boulevard ing and Senior Project. Learn more 440-257-3172 online at mentorschools.net. 6465 Curtiss Court 440-255-7223 St. Gabriel School Administration 9935 Johnnycake Ridge Road 6451 Center Street Hopkins Elementary 440-352-6169 440-255-4444 7565 Hopkins Road 440-255-6179 St. Mary of the Assumption School Dr. Jacqueline A. Hoynes School 8540 Mentor Avenue (Cardinal Autism Lake Elementary 440-255-9781 Resource Education) 7625 Pinehurst Road, M-O-L 5028 Forest Road 440-257-5953 HIGHER EDUCATION 440-257-5951 Orchard Hollow Elementary Lake Erie College Mentor High School 8700 Hendricks Road 391 W. Washington Street 6477 Center Street 440-257-5955 Painesville, OH 44077 440-974-5300 1-855-GO-STORM6 Lakeland Community College 7700 Clocktower Drive Kirtland, OH 44094 440-525-7000
LIBRARIES Mentor Public Library mentorpl.org The Mentor Public Library, formed on February 22, 1819, is the oldest li- brary in Lake County. Renew, check out holds, and pay fines online at mentorpl.org. For general ques- tions, send an email to a librarian at askalibrarian/mentorpl.org. Main Branch 8215 Mentor Avenue 440-255-8811 Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Headlands Branch 4669 Corduroy Road 440-257-2000 Monday & Wednesday: 1–9 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Sunday More library listings on next page.
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Libraries cont’d and project management. tion in Mentor, both in reviewing Mentor-on-the-Lake Branch • Public Information – Responsi- and approving the construc- 5642 Andrews Road ble for disseminating information tion plans, and inspecting the 440-257-2512 to the general public related to construction work performed. Monday & Wednesday: 1–9 p.m. city projects, events, activities, It is also involved with planning Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and services through various future public improvement proj- & Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. means including press releases, ects, storm drainage assistance, Closed Sunday newsletters, publications, city municipal architectural design, website, social media, apps, ad- and traffic control. The HUB @ Mentor High School vertising, The Mentor Channel, • Building – Involved in all activi- 6477 Center Street and Mentor Radio 1620. ties associated with residential 440-205-6011 and commercial building con- Monday–Thursday; 3–8 p.m. Clerk of Council struction, including reviewing Featuring state-of-the-art maker- plans for conformance with space, WiFi, computers, and tech- The clerk of council is appointed building codes and performing nology. by city council members to keep its on-site inspections to moni- records and perform all duties as tor building-code compliance. CITY DEPARTMENTS prescribed by the council. Helps with building-related Office of the City Manager concerns. The city manager serves as the Planning & Development chief executive officer and safety Responsible for establishing a Finance Department director and is responsible for plan- diversified economic base with an The finance department keeps ning, organizing, and directing the emphasis on retention and expan- accounts of all city financial trans- activities of all municipal operations. sion of existing firms, while attract- actions. This involves day-to-day The city manager appoints all ing growth-oriented industries. budget administration, payment of department heads and employees; Provides staff to the Interna- accounts, payroll preparation, and ensures that laws and ordinances tional Trade Program. Oversees maintenance of fixed asset records, governing the city are faithfully day-to-day development concerns receipt and investment of monies, enforced; recommends to the city and long-range land-use planning municipal income tax enforcement, council measures or actions which issues. auditing, debt administration, city appear necessary or desirable; The department assists in ad- insurance, and reporting the City’s recommends municipal ordinances ministering the Federal Community financial condition. and regulations; implements policies Development Block Grant (CDBG) established by city council; prepares program, provides staff support to Fire Department the Municipal Planning Commission and submits to council the adminis- The fire chief organizes, directs and the Board of Building & Zoning trative budget and capital improve- and coordinates all fire resources Appeals, issues sign and fence per- ment program; and performs other to accomplish the mission of saving mits, and prepares reports and stud- activities as provided for in the city lives and community property. ies dealing with land use, rezoning, charter. • Fire and Rescue Division – subdivision and site plans, condi- The city manager is appointed by Provides lifesaving and property tional use permits, signage, etc. city council for his expertise, educa- protection including: the han- The department is also responsi- tional background, and prior man- dling of fires, rescues, medical ble for addressing property main- agerial experience. The following and sudden mechanical emer- tenance issues and administration divisions are part of the city manag- gencies, hazardous materials of the multi-family and single-family er’s office: and natural disasters. Services rental inspection programs. • Human Resources – Oversees are provided from five fire sta- employee recruitment, selection tions staffed 24 hours a day. and testing; employee safety, Engineering & Building • Fire Prevention Bureau – training and development; labor The department engineers and Enforces the fire safety code relations; employee compen- administers the city’s capital im- and the ordinances of the city sation and equal employment provements, regulates private utility through routine inspections of opportunity; and processing of work within the public right-of-way, businesses, industries, schools accident and injury reports. and inspects building construction and shopping centers for the • Information Technology – Pro- for community standards to promote purpose of reducing the chance vides technical support services the safety of homes and buildings. of fires. Also reviews all plans to city departments including The department is comprised of two for new construction and investi- application design and devel- divisions: gates the causes of fires. opment, post implementation • Engineering – Directly involved • Training and Public Education – support and training, process with all utility and publicly or pri- The training division provides analysis, technical consulting vately funded roadway construc- continuous in-service and
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In these unprecedented times, we’re all finding Fireourselves Department cont’dat home moreMunicipal than Court Arena, Black Brook Golf Course and Practice Center, Senior Citizens Cen- specialized training for members The Mentor municipal judge tries ter, Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve ever before − which makes it even more importantof the Fire that Department home as well is a allplace misdemeanors where and ordinance & Marina, Wildwood Cultural Center as conducting home exit drills, violations occurring within the cities several community centers; ceme- you feel safe and comfortable, and where your evacuationunique planning, needs accident are met.of Mentor and Mentor-on-the-Lake. tery operations; facility rentals; and prevention, first aid, CPR and fire Mentor Municipal Court hears traffic maintaining city facilities and parks. extinguisher training. The divi- citation cases, civil cases valued up sion also provides educational to $15,000, landlord/tenant cases Ohio Living Breckenridge Village is offering creativeprograms throughsolutions schools, busi-to helpand all oursmall claims complaints val- Police Department nesses, community organizations ued up to $3,000. All felony cases The chief of police organizes, residents feel safe at home right now. From pop-upand civic groups,grocery and works stores with are available heard to determine probable directs and coordinates all police the Fire Prevention Bureau on cause and then bound over to the resources to serve Mentor citizens. across our campus, to fresh chef-prepared dinnersjuvenile being fire setter deliveredcounseling Lake to County residents’ Common Pleas Court. • Communications Center – Re- programs.MAKE YOURSELFThe Court Probation Department ceives information and requests front doors, we’re doing everything we can to protect their health overseesand safety,all persons placed on pro- from the public and dispatches bation by the court for any offense. calls to police and fire personnel. while maintaining their freedom and independence.Law Department • Community Services – Officers The law director is the adviser to, Parks, Recreation maintain a strong and effec- and theAT attorney and counsel HOME for, tive working relationship with the city of Mentor, its officers and and Public Facilities citizens. divisions. The director and his staff This department enhances the • Corrections – Provides for the represent the city for prosecutions quality of life for residents through safety and security of the Mentor Call 440.954.8359 to findfor offenses the against thehome ordinances the that development andfits maintenance jail and the care of inmates. of Mentor and the relevant Ohio of a diverse and comprehensive • Detective/Juvenile Bureau – laws. The law director is appoint- system of parks and recreational Responsible for follow-up investi- ed by city council and is an attor- facilities. The department’s areas of gations of all major felony crimes you at Ohio Living Breckenridgeney-at-law, admitted to the practiceVillage! responsibility include: recreation for that occur in the school district, of law in the state of Ohio. MAKEyouth, teens, YOURSELFand adults; operating Lake County Juvenile Court and and maintaining municipal pools, Ice other youth service organiza- tions in the community. 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From pop-up grocery stores available Call to findacross our the campus, to homefresh chef-prepared that dinners beingfits delivered to residents’ 440.954.8359 front doors, we’re doing everything we can to protect their health and safety, Serves victims of crime through Ohio Livingyou Breckenridge at Ohio Living Village is Breckenridgeofferingwhile creative maintaining their solutions freedom Village! and independence.to help our residents information, crisis intervention, feel safe at home right now. From pop-up Callgrocery 440.954.8359 stores available to find across the home our that fits referrals and court advocacy. campus, to fresh chef-prepared dinners beingyou atdelivered Ohio Living to residents’ Breckenridge front Village! doors, we’re doing everything we can to protect their health and safety, while maintaining their freedom and independence. Public Works Responsible for the construction Call 440.954.8359 to find the home that fits and maintenance of city streets; the you at Ohio Living Breckenridge Village! maintenance and operation of the storm water infrastructure system and the City’s traffic signal system; the management of the city’s fleet of 36500 Euclid Avenue | Willoughby, Ohio 44094 | 440.942.4342 | ohioliving.org vehicles and equipment; the City’s waste collection programs, and the maintenance and improvements 3650036500 Euclid Euclid Avenue Avenue | Willoughby, Ohio | Willoughby, 44094 | 440.942.4342 | ohioliving.orgOhio 44094 36500 Euclid Avenue | Willoughby, Ohio 44094 | 440.942.4342 | ohioliving.org of all municipal public lands, urban 440.942.4342 | ohioliving.org forestry and street trees.
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BOARDS & Municipal Planning VOTER INFORMATION COMMISSIONS Commission You can vote if you — More than 50 residents volunteer Members review all new indus- • Are 18 years or older by their expertise and input to city of- trial and commercial buildings, Election Day; ficials through their participation on subdivisions, rezoning requests, • Are a United States citizen; city boards and commissions. and conditional use permits. Sev- • Have lived in Ohio for 30 days; These citizens are appointed by en members each serve four-year • You are registered to vote prior city council and represent a valuable terms and meet every three weeks to 30 days before an election. resource by making recommenda- on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Munici- tions on various municipal issues. pal Center. Meetings are carried live You MUST register to vote if — For a listing of current members, on The Mentor Channel (Spectrum • You are voting for the first time; or to inquire about a vacancy, con- 1024 and AT&T’s channel 99). The • Your name has changed; tact the city council office at 440- meetings are also streamed live at • You have not voted in four years; 974-5755. TheMentorChannel.com. Meeting • You have moved since you last agendas and archived meetings are voted. also available at cityofmentor.com. Board of Building & Zoning Register to vote at: Appeals (BZA) Tree Commission • Lake County Board of Elections The seven-member board hears • Online at olvr.ohiosos.gov and determines appeals for excep- Four members establish and ad- Voter registration closes 30 days tions to and variations from the city’s minister Mentor’s Master Street Tree before an election. zoning and building codes to ensure Plan. Each serves a four-year term. For more information contact the that they remain in harmony with Board of Elections at 440-350-2700 municipal ordinances and regula- or visit lakeelections.com. tions. Members serve four-year terms. Members meet the second TODAY'S The Area’s Leading Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Center. Agendas are Family Publication! familyLake, Geauga & Cuyahoga Counties www.todaysfamilymagazine.com posted at cityofmentor.com.
Civil Service Commission Ensures that consideration for appointments and promotions within the police and fire department’s classified service are made accord- ing to merit and fitness, based on competitive examination. Three residents serve four-year terms.
Community Arts Commission Fourteen members provide direction and assistance to the Parks, Recreation, & Public Facilities Department in developing cultural programs to suit the needs of the community. Members serve three- year terms.
Fair Housing Board Members serve three-year terms to review and oversee fair housing concerns.
Lake County Combined General Health Board Two residents are appointed to serve on this board to oversee the operations and programs of the Lake County Health Department.
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EntertainmentGUIDE *Breakfast available Casual Dining Bob Evans Restaurants* & Dinner Only 7680 Reynolds Road Aladdin’s Eatery Live Music 8870 Mentor Avenue (440) 946-7117 Fine Dining (440) 205-5966 Campola’s Italian Bistro Marion’s Restaurant & Tapas Bar Austin’s Wood Fire Grill 7224 Center Street (440) 290-8676 7701 Reynolds Road 8748 Mentor Avenue (440) 442-4340 (440) 951-7100 Davitino’s Restaurant Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill 8820 Mentor Avenue Molinari’s Food and Wine 9174 Mentor Avenue (440) 266-0100 8900 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-3777 440) 974-2750 Denny’s Restaurant* Noosa Bistro Baker’s Square* 7700 Mentor Avenue 9500 Diamond Centre Drive 7800 Plaza Boulevard (440) 255-3154 (440) 953-1088 (440) 255-6960 Fridays Pastina Rustic Italian BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse 7814 Reynolds Road 9354 Mentor Avenue 7880 Mentor Avenue (440) 953-2400 (440) 290-8922 (440) 276-1360 Skye Bistro & Pub Bob Evans Restaurants* Kitchen, The* 8434 Mentor Avenue 9232 Mentor Avenue 7519 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-3572 (440) 205-9279 (440) 510-8111
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Casual Dining cont’d Outback Steakhouse Zappitelli’s 7785 Plaza Boulevard 9570 Mentor Avenue Lakeshore Eatery* (440) 205-9505 (440) 352-1185 7272 Lake Shore Boulevard (440) 946-3333 Quaker Steak & Lube 7834 Reynolds Road Fast Casual Longhorn Steakhouse (440) 954-9464 Boston Market 9557 Mentor Avenue 9361 Mentor Avenue (440) 639-5103 Red Lobster 7744 Reynolds Road (440) 974-7333 Mama Roberto’s Pizza & Pasta (440) 946-6677 BurgerIM 8658 Mentor Avenue 7597 Mentor Avenue (440) 205-8890 Ruby Tuesday 9515 Diamond Centre Drive 440) 510-8030 Manhattan Deli* (440) 639-9670 Clean Eatz 8900 Mentor Avenue 9385 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-0055 Scramblers* 9570 Mentor Avenue (440) 701-6206 Market Street Family Restaurant* (440) 350-6272 8450 Market Street CoreLife Eatery Smokey Bones 7809 Mentor Avenue (440) 255-4962 (440) 701-6206 Max & Erma’s Barbeque & Fire Grill 7890 Mentor Avenue 7725 Reynolds Road Dickey’s Barbeque Pit (440) 942-0993 9434 Mentor Avenue (440) 205-9994 (440) 809-8483 Melt Bar & Grilled TJ’s on the Avenue 7289 Mentor Avenue 7485 Mentor Avenue Five Guys (440) 953-5959 9180 Mentor Avenue (440) 530-3770 (440) 205-1750 Mentor Family Restaurant* Winking Lizard 6888 Center Street 9570 Mentor Avenue Panera Bread Company* (440) 354-2968 7357 Mentor Avenue (440) 255-8810 (440) 975-9022 Olive Garden Yours Truly* 7280 Center Street 9587 Mentor Avenue 7740 Mentor Avenue (440) 639-1176 (440) 205-9247 (440) 954-9393 Verdi’s Italian Market 8720 Mentor Avenue (440) 266-8400 Zoup! Best wishes 7327 Mentor Avenue from our family (440) 701-4110 to yours Pizza We are proud to be a part of Bada Boom Mentor this wonderful community and 8026 Broadmoor Road pray for good health for you (440) 571-5100 and your families during this Cleveland Pizza Company difficult time. 8510 Mentor Avenue (440) 266-0800 8900 Mentor Avenue Thank you for your generous (440) 974-0055 support for the past 33 years Corduroy’s Pizza 9131 Jordan Drive www.manhattandelimentor.com and may God bless you. (440) 257-6000 Domino’s Pizza 7250 Center Street (440) 290-9991 Tax + Accounting Services G-licious Pizza 7361 Center Street Terri J. Miller, EA (440) 290-8300 Gionino’s Pizza 7351 Center Street 7710 Lake Shore Drive (440) 209-0000 Mentor, OH 44060 Guilio Bonazzo’s Pizzeria 440.255.1541 9520 Diamond Centre Drive (440) 352-1352 Fax: 440.255.9228 Hungry Howie’s 9173 Mentor Avenue www.KathleenJMiller.com (440) 205-9595
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Pizza cont’d Mean Mugs Pub Coffee, Bakeries & Sweets 9055 Mentor Avenue J’s Pizza Market (440) 290-7966 Addicted Coffee Bar 7404 Center Street 9200 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-0919 Red, Wine & Brew (440) 226-6618 9620 Old Johnnycake Longo’s Italian Restaurant & Pizza (440) 210-0024 Cakes to You 7314 Lake Shore Boulevard 7419 Mentor Avenue (440) 946-8222 Rounder’s Lounge (440) 946-0087 9175 Mentor Avenue 8907 Mentor Avenue (440) 255-4773 CLE Juice Box (Vegan) (440) 974-8282 8587 Mentor Avenue Safecrackers Bar & Grill (440) 289-0727 Maxim’s 8484 Mentor Avenue 6966 Heisley Road (440) 255-1813 Confectionary Cupboard (440) 257-9070 7300 Center Street Shamrock Inn (440) 205-5300 Papa John’s 7500 Mentor Avenue 6289 Reynolds Road (440) 946-3111 Dunkin’ Donuts* (440) 209-1901 7825 Mentor Avenue Slyman’s Tavern (440) 942-0399 Pizza Hut Pick-Up/Delivery 7601 Mentor Avenue 7742 Lakeshore Boulevard 7345 Lake Shore Boulevard (440) 497-5010 (440) 257-0215 (440) 257-7790 Stadium Grill Gloria Jean’s 9225 Mentor Avenue 8330 Tyler Boulevard (440) 974-3299 7850 Mentor Avenue (440) 205-4745 (440) 255-5918 Primozz Restaurant & Catering Three O Six Lounge Golden Crust Bakery* 8887 Mentor Avenue 7377 Lake Shore Boulevard (440) 255-5488 8893 Mentor Avenue (440) 257-3557 (440) 205-0601 Slice Pizzeria Toth’s Place Great Harvest Bread Co. 7345 Center Street 6966 Heisley Road (440) 290-7212 9440 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-1390 (440) 205-8199 Tony Sacco’s Coal Oven Pizza Toth’s Too Java Express Cafe* Great Lakes Mall 7079 Lake Shore Boulevard (440) 255-2625 7265 Center Street (440) 525-5565 (440) 974-5977 Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen Great Lakes Mall (440) 205-0577 8900 Mentor Avenue, Mentor Located in Mentor Corners Shopping Center Vito’s Pizza Molinari’s 9228 Lake Shore Boulevard A Premium Wining & Dining Experience 440-974-2750 • Molinaris.com (440) 257-5528 Check out our NEW Remodeled Restaurant! Bars, Pubs & Clubs TRADITIONS Bring in this ad for Billy’s Martini Bar & PASSION 7338 Industrial Park Boulevard SINCE 1991 (440) 585-8815 $10 OFF Dinner for Two! Brew Kettle, The Expires 8/31/2020 Great Lakes Mall Dinner • Private Events • Wine Room • Stone Oven Pizzas Buffalo Wild Wings Pasta • Seafood and Our Own Specialty Menu 9566 Diamond Centre (440) 352-2999 Reservations Suggested | Sun–Mon: Closed | Tues–Sat: Dinner 4:30–9:30 pm Bumpers Bar & Grille 7123 Mentor Avenue (440) 953-1662 We Understand Deeker’s Bar and Grille 8455 Station Street Commitment (440) 205-0797 You can rely on Edward Jones Delaney’s Chase Inn for one-on-one attention, our 8702 Mentor Avenue quality-focused investment (440) 255-6645 philosophy and straight talk Happy Moose Bar & Grill about your financial needs. 7693 Reynolds Road To learn more, call today. (440) 953-9464 Scott A Nickel Scott A Nickel Financial Advisor edwardjones.com Hooley House Financial Advisor edwardjones.com Member SIPC 8224 Mentor Ave Suite 116Member SIPC Sports Pub & Grille 8224 Mentor Ave SuiteMentor, 116 OH 44060-5768 Mentor, OH 44060-5768440-290-8110 7861 Reynolds Road 440-290-8110 Scott A Nickel
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Coffee, Bakeries & Sweets cont’d Asian Jade Tree Chinese Cuisine 7673 Mentor Avenue Malley’s Chocolates & Ice Cream Asian Chao (440) 269-8388 8920 Mentor Avenue Great Lakes Mall (440) 974-1440 (440) 255-4370 Maki Mentor 9582 Diamond Centre Drive Pink Bandana Bakery Fuji Buffet & Grill (440) 853-8685 8630 Mentor Avenue 9130 Mentor Avenue (440) 266-9065 (440) 205-8878 Panda Express 9184 Mentor Avenue Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar* Fuji Japan Steakhouse (440) 266-1799 9227 Mentor Avenue Great Lakes Mall (440) 266-0900 (440) 205-1888 San Francisco Stir Fry 7271 Center Street Sisters Tea Room Ginger Sushi (440) 255-7000 8595 Mentor Avenue Burrito & Hibachi (440) 290-6556 7413 Mentor Avenue Sarku Japan (440) 964-8881 Great Lakes Mall Spudnuts Donuts* (440) 965-0070 6930 Center Street Good Fortune Asian Cuisine (440) 255-7257 7537 Mentor Avenue Sumo Boy Sushi (216)-690-3688 and Teriyaki House Starbucks* 9393 Mentor Avenue 9372 Mentor Avenue Hop Hing (440) 255-8858 (440) 255-2300 Chinese Restaurant 9407 Mentor Avenue Thai Orchid 7681 Mentor Avenue (440) 255-2005 7329 Mentor Avenue (440) 975-2996 (440) 942-6752 Hunan Lake Chinese Cuisine 9669 Mentor Avenue 7357 Lake Shore Boulevard Vietnamese Pho & Grill (440) 210-5053 (440) 257-0030 Great Lakes Mall 7827 Reynolds Road (440) 266-9008 Indian Kitchen, The (440) 956-6837 9552 Mentor Avenue (440) 650-0060 Fast Food Imperial Dragon Arby’s 8310 Tyler Boulevard 7719 Lake Shore Boulevard (440) 974-8838 (440) 209-8866 7690 Mentor Avenue (440) 255-9177 7715 Reynolds Road (440) 942-2432 Bruegger’s Bagels* 10% 9210 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-9350 BurgNGo OFF 7850 Mentor Avenue YOUR ENTIRE (985) 287-4646 CLEANING ORDER ™ Burger King* FOR A CLEANER & HEALTHIER HOME Promo Code: 10OFF 5725 Heisley Road 1-800-STEEMER ® | stanleysteemer.com (440) 352-8890 CARPET • TILE & GROUT • HARDWOOD • UPHOLSTERY • AREA RUG • 24 HOUR WATER RESTORATION Charley’s Philly Steaks Minimum charges apply. Not valid in combination with other coupons or offers. Valid at participating locations only. Certain restrictions may apply. Call for details. Great Lakes Mall (330) 949-8795 Chick-fil-A* 9611 Mentor Avenue (440) 354-2924 YOUR DESTINATION FOR INFORMATION Great Lakes Mall (440) 974-0084 MENTORPL.ORG Visit us at 4 locations: Digital Services with your library card Dave’s Cosmic Subs 9664 Mentor Avenue Main Library (440) 639-1969 8215 Mentor Ave. (440) 255-8811
Mentor-on-the-Lake DiBella’s Old Fashioned 5642 Andrews Rd. (440) 257-2512 Streaming movies Submarines eMagazines 7824 Reynolds Road Headlands Branch (440) 918-1760 4669 Corduroy Rd.(440) 257-2000
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Fast Food cont’d Tommy’s Subs Ice Cream 7671 Mentor Avenue Jimmy John’s (440) 975-1570 Dairy Queen 7338 Mentor Avenue 7695 Lake Shore Boulevard (440) 942-2600 Wendy’s (440) 257-5588 7635 Mentor Avenue Kuhar’s Carryout (Take-out only) (440) 942-9331 8787 Mentor Avenue 8030 Broadmoor Road (440) 255-7884 (440) 951-1000 6866 Center Street 440) 205-0247 9575 Diamond Centre Long John Silver’s (440) 354-3004 7390 Mentor Avenue Great Lakes Mall (440) 942-1599 Mexican (440) 974-5993 McDonald’s* Chipotle East Coast Original Custard 8380 Broadmoor Road 7851 Reynolds Road 7577 Mentor Avenue (440) 942-5522 (440) 269-8237 (440) 946-2595 5745 Heisley Road 9188 Mentor Avenue FroYo Twist Frozen Yogurt (440) 357-7507 (440) 255-0759 7267 Center Street (440) 974-1001 8775 Mentor Avenue Don Tequila (440) 255-6177 9439 Mentor Avenue 9662 Mentor Avenue 7700 Reynolds Road (440) 205-1688 (440) 853-8017 (440) 946-9492 El Rodeo Ice Cream on the Greens Mr. Hero 6900 Center Street 8957 Lake Shore Boulevard 7488 Mentor Avenue (440) 205-8740 (440) 257-0000 (440) 946-3995 Jalapeno Loco 8895 Mentor Avenue 7501 Mentor Avenue (440) 290-7200 (440) 918-1503 Nick’s Gyros* Moe’s Southwest Grill 8764 Mentor Avenue 9710 Mentor Avenue (440) 974-5138 (440) 579-5115 Papa Joe’s Subs & Pasta 7599 Mentor Avenue 9181 Mentor Avenue (440) 856-1005 (440) 255-9999 Penn Station East Coast Subs 7240 Mentor Avenue (440) 954-7366 Mentor United Methodist Church 9383 Mentor Avenue Living the love of Christ (440) 534-1861 Join us for Sunday services at 9 AM and 11 AM Scooter’s World Famous Dawg House All are invited to worship with us! We have opportunities 9600 Blackbrook Road to grow in faith through small groups, mission projects, (440) 354-8480 family ministry, our Preschool and much more! Steak-n-Shake 9530 Diamond Centre Drive (440) 639-8734 Subway Sandwiches and Salads 9514 Diamond Centre 440.255.3496 www.mentorumc.org /mentorumc (440) 358-1668
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cityofmentor.com | 49 Safe Education Mentor Public Schools overcome unexpected challenges ver since the Mentor Exempted they step into our schools,” Kirby says, Village School District was, it has “Each school building supports an continued its overall focus—to array of service activities and causes. Eensure a safe learning environment, In a typical graduating class, students provide a balanced, high-quality educa- can celebrate having provided more tion, maximize district resources, and than 15,000 community service hours encourage strong community partner- to benefit their neighbors.” ships. Simply put, the school adheres All this, despite a global pandemic to its strategic values of ABCs—Adapt- that created a challenge for every stu- farewell to their teachers. The middle ing. Balancing. Collaborating. dent and teacher. Still, the faculty kept school teachers sent out a parade video Those principles are indeed essential in mind their “ABCs” and the district to students and their families for their with seven elementary schools, two overcame obvious hurdles. “We are year-end closure, and the high school middle schools, a specialized school for fortunate to have the technology in held a five-minute commencement children with autism, and a high school place, due much in part to the Straight ceremony for every high school senior. that is one of Ohio’s largest. Currently, A Fund grant we earned several years “We are proud of our teaching staff enrollment consists of 7,600 students— ago, so we had a solid foundation to and how they rallied together to meet preschool through 12th grade—and this educational challenge head-on,” 1,000 employees. Kirby says, “Our team worked dili- “Because of our size, we are afforded gently to support students and help the opportunity to offer students more get them through these difficult times. than 200 courses through our current start with, and therefore, could provide This includes our nutrition services program of studies,” says Kristen Kirby, meaningful lessons during the pro- professionals. They continue their hard director of community relations. “Stu- longed closure of our schools,” Kirby work, making sure our students who dents have the opportunity to partici- notes. typically rely on us for meals are able to pate in more than 60 clubs, activities, The Mentor Schools turned negatives get breakfast and lunch each day.” and athletic teams, including clubs into positives this year by providing So what does the future hold as Men- specifically focused on diversity, mental meaningful activities and events in the tor moves into a new school year with health awareness, and anti-bullying midst of unusual times. In addition new rules and untapped changes? initiatives.” to immediately setting into place class “Keeping students safe and providing Classes include college or honors assignments online, there were many a high-quality education is a top prior- level, advanced placement (AP), career Zoom meetings held for students to ity,” Kirby says, “This includes main- technical education, art, music, a interact with each other and their taining fiscal responsibility by being variety of elective options, and online teachers. good stewards of our taxpayer dollars, learning courses. As a result, all students were able which is equally important.” Community service is also strong on to celebrate their individual achieve- For more information on Mentor the list of academics. “Our students ments, and the faculty made sure the Public Schools, visit their website at learn the importance of community moments were special. Elementary www.MentorSchools.net. and giving back from the moment students enjoyed a car parade to wave - Article by Deanna Adams
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