FREE TAKE ONE! Please patronize our advertisers. Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 7 • Issue 4 May 2015 Cleveland Metroparks Euclid Creek Reservation Connector Bridge Installed Over Creek by Joe Yachanin Beach, Villa Angela and Wildwood parks Cleveland Metroparks installed a brand can expect to see upwards of $2.5 million new pedestrian bridge over Euclid Creek in capital improvements over the next 24 earlier today, connecting Villa Angela and months as part of the ongoing fulfillment Wildwood parks in the lakefront section of of the Park District’s Lakefront Master the Euclid Creek Reservation. Plan. 150-foot, ADA accessible pedestrian These improvements will be guided by bridge will improve visitor access from several overarching principles including Villa Angela to Wildwood by crossing over making the parks clean and safe for all visi- Euclid Creek at the existing trail rather tors, incorporating elements of urban ecol- than requiring walkers or cyclists to circle ogy and sustainability, connecting people up toward the road to get to the current with water, enhancing access through crossing. This $678,000 project is under wayfinding signage and improved connec- construction now and should be open by tions to surrounding neighborhoods and May 31. The project also includes 800- existing greenspaces, and supporting the feet of all purpose trail, trail lighting, and lakefront as a catalyst for strengthening the beach-front landscaping. community. The bridge, installed by Platform Con- For more information and to see the tracting, is approximately 10 feet above the Lakefront Master Plan drafts, please visit creek and will allow for new views of Lake clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/Lake- Erie and the creek bed. front-Planning-Meetings.aspx. In the near future, visitors to Euclid The Standard: Classy and Delicious Collinwood National Honor Society by John Copic daily specials in a classy enviroment is the If you are looking for that perfect place to reason The Standard has The Observer’s Inducts New Members have a delicious lunch be sure to stop by The Seal of Approval. Standard. The kitchen opens at 11:00 AM The Standard is located at 779 E. 185th St. seven days a week. The prices are reason- in Cleveland. It is open 7 days a week. The able, the food quality is very high, and the kitchen is open 11-10pm weekdays and 11- service is amazing. All this combined with 11pm on weekends. Pictured (l to r): NHS 2015-2016 inductees Danyell Hall-Rucker; Danielle Echols; Marquitta Billingsley; Cayla Napoleon; and Rajiah Stuart. by Gail Greenberg ulty advisor, Cassandra Treadwell and co- The Collinwood High School Chapter of advisor, Rosalyn Allen delivered opening the National Honor Society welcomed five and closing remarks. Also participating in new members at a special induction cer- the ceremony were members of the JROTC emony held recently at the school. Recog- Color Guard, vocalist Sanita Washington, nized for their outstanding achievement in principal Maria Carlson, and CTAG advi- the areas of scholarship, leadership, service sor Michael Russell. NHS faculty council and character were these 2014-2015 induct- members Gail Greenberg, Naomi Leveck, Grilled Swordfish with daikon and cucumber salad ponzu. ees: Marquitta Billingsley; Danielle Echols; Donese Harris and Sherrell Germany- Cayla Napoleon; Danyell Hall-Rucker; and Clark described each of the organization’s Rajiah Stuart. four qualities that must be continuously Keynote speaker for this event was Larry satisfied. Gray, Chief Information Officer for the A reception for the new inductees and City of Cleveland Fire Department and a their families was held in the atrium, fol- Collinwood alumnus. The chapter’s fac- lowing the ceremony. Ricotta Spaetzel with Leeks, Grilled Chicken, Applewood smoked Bacon bits, Herbs, Peas and smoked Moody Blue Cheese Corned beef, cabbage, carrot soup Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 7 • Issue 4 May 2015 May 2015 The Collinwood Observer Volume 7 • Issue 4 Page 3 Community ADVERTISEMENT Are you concerned about memory and aging? Councilman’s Corner - Spring !? COMMUNITY MEETINGS by Michael D. the City of Cleveland and the Department Polensek of Justice (DOJ) with regard to their review Let’s make a neighborhood resolution for the May is Mental Health Month new year – check out the block clubs. It takes Dear Friends: of the Cleveland Police Department. I, like just one evening a month, it often involves The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based news Our ability to remember and us from performing daily tasks and our accustomed • Changes in mood and personality It is hard to be- most citizens, are really hoping to see a food, you get an up-close view of neighbors source published by Collinwood Publishing Inc., a local to recall our past links us to our roles in life, it becomes a health concern that needs • Withdrawal from work or social activities you didn’t know, you hear what’s going on business dedicated to the development of grass roots lieve that it is May strong Community Policing component families, our friends and our further evaluation by healthcare professionals. and you can seize the moment and ask why. Some loss of mental sharpness as people age media and increased connectedness of the citizens, already. It’s still in the final agreement. Citizens want more community. As we age, subtle Dr. Dhingra shares some signs to watch for: Or why not. Stick this list on the refrigerator. is normal, but it can be a sign of depression civic groups, non profits, businesses and institutions in cold but we are all police visibility and a greater interaction Or on your iPhone. changes in memory occur. or dementia. Because the symptoms of these and around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. “Simple forgetfulness can • Memory loss that disrupts daily life looking forward to with the Police Officers in our community conditions are similar, it can be difficult to tell the Collinwood Homeowners’ & Tenants’ be part of the normal aging • Difficulty completing familiar tasks THE COLLINWOOD OBSERVER all the activities for and the whole of the City. We need to get Association First Wednesday, 7 pm, two apart. That’s why it is important to seek the process,” says Upma Dhingra, • Confusion with time or place 650 E. 185TH STREET warm weather. back to basic community police where the input of medical professionals for accurate diagnosis St. Mary’s School, 15519 Holmes Ave. MD, geriatric psychiatrist at • Trouble understanding visual images and spatial CLEVELAND, OH 44119 Thank you to all citizens can look on the Police as protector Upma Dhingra, MD and treatment. Euclid Hospital. “This includes relationships residents for turning in potholes to the and the police see the citizens as partners E185 Street Block Watch things like losing your keys, or • New problems with words in speaking or writing For an appointment with Dr. Dhingra, call Copyright 2014—Collinwood Publishing Inc. Mayor’s action Line at (216) 664-2900 and in combating criminal activity. Stay tuned Second Tuesday, 6 pm, Lithuanian All rights reserved. Any reproduction is Village Hall, 877 E185 (rear entrance). delay in recalling names, dates and events.” • Misplacing things and losing the ability to 216.692.8803. For an appointment with another to the Division of Streets to (216) 664-2510. for future updates. forbidden without written permission. Most normal changes in memory and cognition retrace steps professional in Cleveland Clinic’s Behavioral Health If there are road issues – please do not hesi- Our neighborhood, like the City of Nottingham Civic Club (which includes awareness and judgment) are of • Decreased or poor judgment Department, call 216.636.5860. Cleveland Clinic PUBLISHER tate to call these in. Don’t assume someone Cleveland, is waiting to hear about the Third Tuesday, 7 pm. Nottingham United Meth- little importance. But when memory loss prevents • Less attention to grooming and hygiene offers same-day appointments. John Copic, [email protected] else has turned them in already. Be proac- County’s demolition bond. We have aban- odist Church, 18316 St Clair. ADVERTISING John Copic, 216.505.0185 tive about this. doned and derelict properties which need E156 Street Block Watch The Lakeshore Boulevard project, from to be razed throughout our community Third Wednesday, 6 pm. M&M Bar-B-Que, WRITERS: Marguerite DiPenti, Laurie Marcella Road east, is in the home stretch. and in the entire city. The City’s demolition 15116 Lakeshore Blvd at E152. Stroke: Four things you need to know. Henrichsen, Gail Greenberg, Monique I wish to thank everyone for their patience funds have been exhausted and are only Northeast Shores Development Corp When it comes to stroke, • Understand your risk. Maintain a relationship • Joint Commission Certified Comprehensive Stroke Christian-Long, Sarah Myers, Sarah Gyorki, and tolerance during this period. It was being used for forthwith demolitions on NSDC holds its quarterly meetings, open to all, it’s important to understand with a primary care physician and have regular Center at Cleveland Clinic’s main campus Councilman Michael Polensek, Allison truly like root canal. The project is defi- severely fire damaged structures or where members and public, on the third Tuesday of Lukacsy, Jeanne Coppla, Joe Yachanin, your risk. physicals. • Interventional stroke capabilities at Cleveland Clinic’s nitely needed and there will be additional there is an eminent collapse condition. The January, April, July and October, at 6:30 pm, at Rev. Daman Dillard, Steven Tyler, Rita our lovely new rec center. These meetings are Andrew Russman, DO, stroke • If you’ve already had a stroke or heart attack, main campus, Hillcrest and Lakewood hospitals Testa, Claire Posius, Edward Chenock, Julia projects coming to address sewer, flooding city is hoping to receive several million well worth attending, all kinds of neighborhood- neurologist, shares some things be vigilant.