Please patronize our advertisers. TAKEFREE ONE! Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 7 • Issue 5 May 2016 Euclid Advances Next Phase of Waterfront Improvements a three-quarter mile multipurpose public Engineer met with shoreline property own- trail along the shoreline heading east from ers and the Waterfront Steering Committee Sims Park. Engineered offshore rock struc- to develop options, discuss easements and tures to improve wave action and sediment set a timeline for permitting and construc- flow, revetments to protect the upland and tion of Phase II. public access points connecting the trail A $4 million Cuyahoga County Casino are also included. At the western terminus Revenue Fund loan, of which $2 million is – just past the location of a future marina - forgivable, provides a significant portion of a sand “paddle-craft beach” will be created the necessary funding. Additional project to launch kayaks, canoes and other small funding is provided by Federal, State, pri- craft into Lake Erie. vate foundation and local funds. “The next phase of improvements will Please join us for a public meeting sched- allow more people to enjoy our beautiful uled for Tuesday, May 24th at 7:00pm in lakefront while encouraging new develop- Council Chambers at City Hall during a ment and setting the stage for a future ma- special meeting of the Planning & Zoning Phase II of Euclid’s waterfront plan will feature a three-quarter mile multipurpose public trail and a sand “paddle- rina,” predicts Planning & Development Commission. That evening a presentation craft beach”. This project is in the engineering and design stages and positioned to break ground in 2017. Director Jonathan Holody. of the final E.185th Street TCLI plan will by Allison Lukacsy to reality. This exciting vision to reclaim Euclid’s also be presented by Northeast Shores De- “I hear lake water lapping… by the shore. I Phase II of Euclid’s waterfront plan is historic waterfront began in summer 2009 velopment Corporation. hear it in the deep heart’s core.” – William in the engineering and design stages and when the City of Euclid engaged Smith- For more information feel free to con- Butler Yeats, 20th Century Irish Poet positioned to break ground in 2017. Com- GroupJJR, an experienced waterfront engi- tact Allison Lukacsy, Community Projects Euclid’s vision to provide unprecedented plementing the 250’ James Farrell Memo- neering and design firm, to plan and imple- Manager at (216) 289-8160 or by email at public waterfront access, habitat enhance- rial Fishing Pier, rededicated in August ment waterfront enhancements. In April [email protected]. ments and upland stability is moving closer 2013, the $11.5M Phase II project features 2016 JJR’s Project Landscape Architect and Ten Years of Strolling Euclid Local Businesses Honored at Annual “Taste of Euclid” Chamber Event Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail and Director of the Euclid Chamberof Commerce Sheila Gibbons present Bill Cervenik the Lifetime Achievement Award by Sheila Gibbons of their best food for the evening. Guests On Thursday, April 14th over 150 local enjoyed a variety of delicious food from and state attendees gathered to honor ten Beach Club Bistro, Bistro 185, fRedHot, Euclid businesses, organizations and busi- Great Scott Tavern, Mama Catena’s, Mul- ness persons at the Irish American Club doon’s, Paradise Island Saloon, Paragon, for the Euclid Chamber of Commerce’s The Standard and desserts from Dave’s Annual Chamber Awards Event. Every Market. The Euclid Brewing Company, set A super Stroll sight - The Euclid Beach Rocket Ship Car year nominations are submitted from the to open in Downtown Euclid in May, show- by Sherrie Zagorc Honda, Silver Sponsor: Lakeshore Inter- community and the City of Euclid for the cased their Wild Woman Wheat brew. Celebrate our 10th year of showcasing our generational School, Troll Sponsors: Gate- Euclid Chamber’s various awards for Large E. 200th Street businesses and great com- way Properties, Candy Shop Nails, Hospice Business, Small Business, Organization, The 2015 Chamber Awardees: munity organizations by joining us on Sat- of the Western Reserve, Bronko’s Bever- Business Person, Bluestone and Lifetime Large Business of the Year: AAble Rents urday, June 4th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm age, East Shore Garden Club, Councilman Achievement recognition. Each recipient Family owned and operated for over 45 on E. 200th Street from Rick Case Honda Mike Polensek, Flower Sponsors: Friends received a Proclamation from the City of years, AAble Rents has grown from a base- to Our Lady of the Lake Parish. of Henn Mansion, Euclid Beach Park Now, Euclid along with special commendations ment in 1970 to 3 Cleveland area locations If strolling along our long street is dif- Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental from Governor Kasich and Representative through the 80s and 90s and finally consol- ficult, Lolly the Trolley, the Euclid Beach Disabilities Euclid Adult Activity Center Kent Smith and a plaque from the Euclid idating under one roof in Euclid in 1999 on Rocket Ship and Thriller cars will be back and Friends of the Stroll: Euclid Jalousies Chamber of Commerce. Chardon Road. In 2012 grandsons Ramsey and AARP Chapter 1550. to transport you up and down the street The event was a community collabora- and Brandon Duqum first purchased the We appreciate the sponsors who are throughout the event with the purchase tion with local chefs donating a sampling ( continued on page 12 and 13 ) of a $2 ride bracelet per person to benefit making another great year of fun on E. our Stroll. E. 200th Street businesses will 200th Street possible and encourage E offer specials to show you their best and 200th Street businesses and community nonprofit organizations will line the side- organizations who have delayed in sending walks to share their missions through fun in your paperwork to submit quickly. You activities and friendly conversation. Mu- don’t want to be left out! Contact Sherrie at sic, dancing, food, and fun will be available 216-798-7089 or email e200thstreetstroll@ for attendees of all ages. gmail.com if you have questions. Check Thank You to the early responders of out the Stroll website and Facebook pages The E. 200th Street Stroll - Stroll Vehicle for more information. See you June 4th to Sponsors: The City of Euclid and Rick Case celebrate what’s great in Euclid! Stop in and visit this newly redecorated restaurant, open seven days a week. Page 2 The Euclid Observer Volume 7 • Issue 5 May 2016 May 2016 The Euclid Observer Volume 7 • Issue 5 Page 3 Dialogue Health From the desk of the Mayor Updates and Announcements from Your Neighborhood Hospital At the foundation of ing city. For more information, please call are interested in learning more about vol- Proud Member Of The Observer Media Family Of Community Owned Newspapers & Websites a strong community 289-8268. unteer opportunities, please call my office is a commitment to We are fortunate to have many commu- at 289-2751. YOUR INDEPENDENT SOURCE FOR community service nity organizations serving our community The ultimate service is serving one’s EUCLID NEWS & OPINION and giving of one- and I have been honored to attend many country. Memorial Day will be celebrated Published monthly with a current circulation of self. May brings us events in the last couple of months to help Monday, May 30 with our annual Memo- 10,000+ copies. The paper is made available free several opportuni- support these efforts and recognize their rial Day parade at 10:00 am and services of charge and can be found at business locations ties to celebrate ser- volunteers and service to our community. at Euclid Cemetery (7:45am) and St. Paul’s within the City of Euclid and on our web site. The vice and remember Your involvement can make a difference - (8:15am), and Euclid Veterans Memorial views and opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions those who served. whether it is through your neighborhood (following the parade) sponsored by our of the publisher and staff. One way we all can association, school PTAs, Church or faith Euclid Joint Veteran’s Council. Please join help serve our community is by doing our community, Euclid Hunger Center, Euclid me in honoring those who fought for our Copyright 2014—The Euclid Observer, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reproduction is forbidden part to keep our community clean. We are Hospital, Friends of the Henn Mansion, country and our freedom by participating without written permission. hosting a community wide “Spring Clean Mary Mavec, Euclid Historical Society, in these activities. A special thank you to The mission of The Euclid Observer is to attract, Up” week May 2-8. All residents, busi- Pets Pals, Shore Cultural Centre, Boy all our veterans and their family members Daniel Napierkowski, MD, President of Euclid Euclid Hospital Hospital articulate and amplify civic intelligence and com- nesses, schools, churches, neighborhood Scouts/ Girl Scouts, or sports groups like for your service and support of our com- munity good will in the City of Euclid and beyond. associations, beach clubs and community Euclid Boys League, Euclid Youth Soccer, munity. Euclid would not be the commu- by Sabrina Powers you – our neighbor – in hopes that the pride Upcoming Events: from 6 to 7:30 p.m., attendees will have the BECOME AN OBSERVER! organizations are encouraged to help. I Euclid Hockey, City Recreation Depart- nity we are today without the leadership, Euclid Hospital has been the primary source I feel will resonate with you as well. We are a proud sponsor of “Beyond the opportunity tosample dishes and learn how want to thank the Engage Euclid group for ment, Senior Programs, and the many oth- service, and sacrifice of these men and of healthcare for the Collinwood and Euclid New Additions: Storm, The Art of Healing,” a fundraising to prepare nutritious recipes.