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PRESORT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID CLEVELAND, OH PERMIT NO. 2893 Boys & Girls Club; Kinyatta Edgerson, Youth of the Year; of the Youth Boys & Girls Club; Kinyatta Edgerson, Nisith Hall, Parent of the Year; and Councilman Zack Reed. Year; Nisith Hall, Parent of the From left to right: Hudson Lee, Club Director for the Mt. Pleasant 2011 Parent of the Year: Nisith Hall Year: of the 2011 Parent you where at the Mt. Pleasant Club, Hall is a volunteer Mr. can find him almost every of the week. He has five day upstand- daily and are the Club who also attend children basketball all of the boys Hall coaches Mr. ing members. Volleyball the girls for Coach and is an Assistant teams of his sports champi- He has led many to team. teams Hall leads sports clin- Mr. In coaching, addition to onships. serves importantly, as a positive and perhaps most ics, He especially gives in the Club. the youth model to role and provides look up to male to men a positive the young the kind they need most. of guidance Our Ward 2 Councilman Zack Reed was inducted into the inducted into Reed was Zack 2 Councilman Ward Our Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland’s Hall of Fame in July, 2010. An alumnus of the Mt. Pleasant 2010. An alumnus of the Mt. in July, Hall of Fame Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland’s his community and his public to for his commitment honored Reed was Councilman Club, Neighborhood. Pleasant service in the Mt. the citizens to DID YOU KNOW... Councilman Reed congratulates these outstanding representatives of the Mt. Pleasant Boys & Girls Club! representatives of the Mt. Pleasant Boys & Girls 2011 Youth of the Year: Kinyatta Edgerson Kinyatta Year: of the Youth 2011 Kinyatta is an honor roll student and a senior at John is an honor roll Kinyatta High She has been a member of the Mt. School. Adams has Kinyatta old. she was six years Pleasant Club since including a period in challenges in her life, many faced the Mt. it all, Through which her family was homeless. and the staff have haven Pleasant Club has been her safe she sought. and compassion the guidance provided study in the fall and plans to college will attend Kinyatta winner, Year of the Youth the As a nurse. become to $10,000 in scholarship funds. has also received Kinyatta April 16, 2011 PLEASE CALL 211 or 436-2000 211 9:00 am - 1:00pm Tri-C Metro Campus Tri-C FREE Tax for your appointment: 2900 Community College Ave., 2900 Community College to schedule an appointment!

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Electronic Filing Preparation and Preparation Spring 2011 • Volume 11, Issue 1 Ward 2 Informer Councilman Zack Reed comes to the aid of Fire Station #36 For years, Councilman Reed has voiced concern over the deplorable conditions within the Cleveland Division of Fire’s station #36. The station, located at 3170 East 131st Street, was built in 1921 and is in need of rescue. The station, one of the city’s busiest, is also one of the division’s most dilapidated structures. And Councilman Reed has been leading the charge to bring attention to these conditions and the need to replace this aging structure with a modern one that protects not only the city’s firefighting resources, but also the individuals who risk their lives every day. ABOVE: Exterior and interior images of the appalling deterioration of fire station #36. Last October, Councilman Reed, along with • a plastic garbage can that collects water from build a new fire station #36. The design and acquisi- members of council’s public safety committee, a leaking roof in the living quarters. tion of new land is the first step toward building a toured troubled fire stations to witness firsthand the brand new station that some of Cleveland’s busiest vast number of capital repairs our aging fire stations • one shower for the entire crew; firefighters can proudly call home. are in dire need of. The councilman was able to lead “These are individuals who risk their lives day in his collegues and members of the local media on a • a collection of exposed wiring and rusty and day out and it is unacceptable we cannot provide tour of fire station #36 and show firsthand the horrid pipes in the basement. them with a safe, dry facility,” said Councilman conditions that include: Reed. “I am pleased the administration has set aside • a garage floor that had to be reinforced by a The station’s structure is beyond repair and under funding to work toward the design and construction steel plate for fear of collapse; the persistent voice of Councilman Reed, the city of a new fire station. It will ensure the safety of not has now set aside $3.9 million of the capital budget only the firefighters of station #36, but the safety of • heating and cooling systems that often fail; to be spent over the next two years to design and residents in the city of Cleveland.” 2 • Ward 2 Informer

CCOUNCILMANOUNCILMAN RREEDEED SSPEAKSPEAKS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY

Dear neighbors and friends of Ward 2: • Brought $78,000 to conduct a comprehensive study for East 131st Thank you again for giving me the privilege to represent you Corridor development from Union to Harvard Avenues within Cleveland City Council. We have faced a couple of difficult years with economic hardships and stretched dollars. While each of • Bringing George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic and the us has sacrificed, I can assure you better times are around the corner. Ohio Players to the 8th annual Family Unity in the Park event this One of Cleveland City Council's greater responsibilities is to hold summer hearings and approve the operating budget for the city, which we did so in late February and early March. Mayor Frank We are looking toward better economic news for Jackson has presented us with a lean and balanced I fight for the the city and for the country. This long recession is end- budget that assures our residents quality services, underdog... ing and we will move slowly, but surely into a recov- from police and fire to garbage pick-up. ery. It was my privilege to be present at the ground- In addition to passing a sound budget, I led the Whether it is at the breaking of the $465 million Medical Mart and charge or collaborated on a number other projects local level or the state Convention Center. We also have a number of other and initiatives: level, I argue for major investments coming online in our city including a new aquarium, the Horseshoe Casino, Flats East • Spearheading efforts to bring attention to much diversity and equal Bank development and the new I-90 bridge; and that needed improvements of our fire station with representation for will mean jobs and dollars for our residents and neigh- $3.9 million earmarked for improvements. Fire Cleveland. borhoods. Station #36 now has funding to begin working And, as you know, I fight for the underdog and will on plans for a brand new facility work to ensure these projects employ Cleveland residents and minorities. Whether it is at the local level or the state level, I argue • Drafted an ordinance that empowers public health inspectors to for diversity and equal representation for Cleveland. enforce and fine retailers who sell loosey cigarettes I invite all residents to join me on April 14 for my annual state of the ward address as we discuss where we are, and where our commu- • Secured block grant dollars to continue funding senior services and nity is going. I hope to see you there. programs including home repair, yard maintenance and security Sincerely, • Working closely with members of the Health and Human Services Committee to enact a number of policies and laws to improve the lives of Cleveland through Healthy Cleveland initiative in 2011

• Continued residential services and programs including surveillance cameras within the ward and the rebuilding of Zack Reed Miles Park K-8 Councilman, Ward 2

— WARD 2 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Development HIGHLIGHT CORPORATIONS Mt. Pleasant Community Zone (MPCZ) st Community Dev E. 131 St. Development Mt. Pleasant Community Zone A proposal was submitted to Northeast Ohio • May 2011 - Community Forum - Adults/Faith 11019 Kinsman Road Tel: 752-3492 Areawide Coordinating Agency’s (NOACA) www.mpcz.org Based Community on the Tina Project in part- Transportation for Livable Community Initiative nership with the Rape Crisis Center to conduct a comprehensive study for East 131st Mt. Pleasant NOW Corridor development from Union to Harvard Community Outreach, Education, & Mobilization: Development Corporation Avenues. The study would evaluate existing con- • April 2011 - Street/block Club Training 13815 Kinsman Rd. Tel: 751-0023 ext. 228 ditions of the corridor area, present available www.MtPleasantNow.org options and make recommendations that would • Neighborhood Watch Training (total of 6 hours) ensure safety for residents and improve trans- - East 131st Library: Sat., May 7, 10:00 am - portation capability. As of press times, grant Union Miles Development Corporation Noon / Sat., May 14, 10:00 am - Noon / Sat., approval is still pending and will be confirmed May 21, 10:00 am - Noon 9250 Miles Park Avenue Tel: 341-0757 by April 2011. www.UnionMiles.org Union Miles Community Development Corporation MPCZ Programs & Events (UMCDC) Slavic Village Development Plain Talk: Miles Pointe Shopping Center 5620 Broadway Ave. Tel: 429-1182 • April 18 - May 31 - Plain Talk Community The Union Miles Development Corporation and www.SlavicVillage.org Mapping of the Mt. Pleasant Community (East Councilman Reed welcome the newly constructed 140th - East 154th from Kinsman to Glendale) Miles Pointe Crossing Shopping Center to Ward 2. Ward 2 Informer • 3 Senior News Cleveland Ward 2 Senior Coordinator is available! Councilman Reed has added new staffer, Pam Thomas, to directly address the needs and Foodbank concerns of seniors. To connect with the coordinator, Ward 2 seniors should call 664-4945. Programs in Ward 2 Councilman Reed wants Ward 2’s If you are in need, Councilman Reed golden aged residents to be healthy and active! urges you to seek assistance from any of these neighborhood foodbank locations: MetroHealth Senior Health & Wellness Center Avon Avenue Baptist Church Councilman Reed wants you to know about the Senior The MetroHealth Advantage program Pantry Health & Wellness Center at MetroHealth, a one-of-a- is specifically designed to meet the 10902 Avon Avenue (Union-Miles neighborhood) kind, one-stop, community-based health center for older needs of adults 55 years and older. Membership to this FREE program Bethany Christian Church adults. On site services include: Hot Meal & Summer Feeding Site provides access to a variety of clinical 3940 MLK Jr Drive (Union-Miles neighborhood) • The MetroHealth Advantage Program (see box at right) services and programs that support the – a free membership program offering access to a variety high quality, professional medical care. Christian Hope Church of God of clinical programs and services Benefits include: Pantry • Advantage Place - a senior serv- 12300 Miles Avenue (Corlett neighborhood) • MetroHealth Skilled Nursing Services ice center equipped to meet your needs Confirmed Word Faith Center • Adult day care Pantry 4130 E. 131st Street (Corlett neighborhood) • Inpatient skilled nursing • Access Your Benefits Enrollment Center • Older adults community resource center KNOWLEDGE Youth Program • Convenient amenities like a beauty/barber shop and • Social activities - annual summer 9250 Miles Park (Union-Miles neighborhood) dance and holiday party cafeteria Open Doors Academy - Miles Park For more information, call: (216) 957-2000 Seniors interested in the MetroHealth Kids Café Site 4090 E. 93rd Street (Union-Miles neighborhood) The Senior Health & Wellness Center, MetroHealth Old Brooklyn Campus Advantage program can register by st phone by calling 216-957-2800. 1 Floor, South Tower4229 Pearl Road, Cleveland, OH 44109 Project ACT - A.J. Rickoff BackPack Site 3500 E. 147th Street (Mt. Pleasant neighborhood) 22ND ANNUAL CITY OF CLEVELAND Project ACT - Miles Park BackPack Site SAVE THE DATE! SENIOR FREE EVENT! 4090 E. 93rd Street (Union-Miles neighborhood) Project ACT - Paul Revere BackPack Site 10706 Sandusky Avenue (Union-Miles neighborhood)

DAY! Salvation Army - Miles Park Hot Meal & Pantry Thurs., May 12, 2011 • Begins at 10 am 4139 E. 93rd Street (Union-Miles neighborhood) Cleveland Convention Center • 500 Lakeside Avenue–Downtown Cleveland This annual celebration is held in recognition of Older Americans Month. To find out how you, your organization or church This FREE event includes an information fair, can make a donation to the Cleveland Foodbank, recognition of outstanding seniors, lunch and entertainment! please visit www.clevelandfoodbank.org Call 664-2833 for more information or call 216-738-2130.

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This 16,400 square feet center will add additional Corridor,”which spans from E. 154th Street and • Apply insulation to water tanks and heating retail to the neighborhood. The newest addition Kinsman through Luke Easter Park. MPNDC ducts is Fifth Third Bank which opened in February. wants your input on worthy candidates for these This full service bank is open Monday through signs! Please plan to attend the Mt. Pleasant Arts, • Install insulation into the sidewalls of your Friday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm and on Saturdays Culture & Entertainment District Advisory Board home or apartment from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Besides standard servic- meetings April 6, May 4 and June 1. All meet- es, this branch offers western union services, a ing start at 5:30 pm and last an hour. For more • Reduce the major sources of air leakage in coin machine in the lobby. Another business information contact Leslie Conwell at 751-0023, your home or apartment opening soon in the center will be K & P Sports ext. 229. Councilman Reed strongly encourages and Beauty, which will offer a variety of beauty residents to take part in this historic project. • Install insulation in your attic products and sports apparel. Save money with home weatherization • In some instances, provide insulation to the Mt. Pleasant NOW Development Councilman Reed wants you to know that floors of your home or apartment Corporation (MPNDC) Mt. Pleasant NOW is currently accepting applica- Historic Markers in Mt. Pleasant tions for the Home Weatherization Assistance Planning has begun for the installation of historic Program (HWAP). Government grant dollars Call MPNDC today at 751-0023 to get your placards honoring notable Mt. Pleasant residents, allow MPNDC to perform the following tasks in HWAP application and for federal government natives, and businesses along the “Heritage the homes/apartments of qualifying residents: income guidelines.