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an annotated chronological list of links related to planning and development in Greater Cleveland
22 December 2008
Crocker-Stearns opens
The 1.6-mile Crocker-Stearns connector was officially opened on Thursday in a ceremony at the border of North Olmsted and Westlake. Leaders in Avon and Avon Lake are pleased with the news.
The 1.6-mile Crocker-Stearns connector was officially opened on Thursday in a ceremony at the border of North Olmsted and Westlake. Leaders in Avon and Avon Lake are pleased with the news.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, Westlake
12 December 2008
Crocker-Stearns ribbon cutting
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Crocker-Stearns Road Extension project will be held on December 18. The North Olmsted portion of the construction will be completed soon, and construction in Westlake will wrap up in the spring. Related work is scheduled to be finished in September 2009.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Crocker-Stearns Road Extension project will be held on December 18. The North Olmsted portion of the construction will be completed soon, and construction in Westlake will wrap up in the spring. Related work is scheduled to be finished in September 2009.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, Westlake
31 October 2008
Researching old homes
Research on the small house on Denison Avenue in Old Brooklyn indicates that it likely was built in 1853 by the son of one of Brooklyn Township's first settlers. Meanwhile, the North Olmsted Landmarks Commission may designate the Standen House on Kennedy Ridge Road as a historic property.
Research on the small house on Denison Avenue in Old Brooklyn indicates that it likely was built in 1853 by the son of one of Brooklyn Township's first settlers. Meanwhile, the North Olmsted Landmarks Commission may designate the Standen House on Kennedy Ridge Road as a historic property.
Labels: Cleveland west side, historic preservation, North Olmsted, residential
08 September 2008
Sound wall construction delays
The installation of replacement noise barriers along I-480 in North Olmsted has been delayed, and will completed in October instead of August.
The installation of replacement noise barriers along I-480 in North Olmsted has been delayed, and will completed in October instead of August.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways
07 July 2008
A hotel in North Olmsted?
A 140 room hotel has been proposed for a property near the I-480 interchange at Great Northern Boulevard in North Olmsted. The 13.59 acre site is currently zoned for office development, and would require a rezoning to proceed.
A 140 room hotel has been proposed for a property near the I-480 interchange at Great Northern Boulevard in North Olmsted. The 13.59 acre site is currently zoned for office development, and would require a rezoning to proceed.
Labels: North Olmsted, office, retail, zoning
13 June 2008
Rec center plans nixed
Mayor O'Grady of North Olmsted pulled back his plans for a new recreation center and an income tax increase. He intends to revisit the proposal in the future.
Mayor O'Grady of North Olmsted pulled back his plans for a new recreation center and an income tax increase. He intends to revisit the proposal in the future.
Labels: institutional, North Olmsted, tax policy
30 May 2008
North Omsted rec center plans modified
Feedback from the public led North Olmsted leaders to part ways with YMCA for the proposed $18 million recreation center. Mayor O'Grady still hopes to have a tax issue on the November ballot. The dissolution of the partnership means that the income tax would run for 30 years instead of 20-25 years.
Feedback from the public led North Olmsted leaders to part ways with YMCA for the proposed $18 million recreation center. Mayor O'Grady still hopes to have a tax issue on the November ballot. The dissolution of the partnership means that the income tax would run for 30 years instead of 20-25 years.
Labels: institutional, North Olmsted, tax policy
02 May 2008
North Olmsted rec center discussion
Leaders in North Olmsted hope to reach a decision by later this month about the proposed recreation master plan and a possible income tax issue.
Leaders in North Olmsted hope to reach a decision by later this month about the proposed recreation master plan and a possible income tax issue.
Labels: institutional, North Olmsted, tax policy
21 April 2008
North Olmsted rec center meeting
North Olmsted residents packed a recent meeting to see a presentation (PDF) about the City's recreation facilities. Residents may be asked to approve an income tax increase to fund a redesign of the recreation center and other improvements.
North Olmsted residents packed a recent meeting to see a presentation (PDF) about the City's recreation facilities. Residents may be asked to approve an income tax increase to fund a redesign of the recreation center and other improvements.
Labels: events, institutional, North Olmsted
11 April 2008
North Olmsted to get new noise barriers
The Ohio Department of Transportation plans to soon begin installing replacement noise barriers along I-480 in North Olmsted. They expect to complete construction by the end of this summer.
The Ohio Department of Transportation plans to soon begin installing replacement noise barriers along I-480 in North Olmsted. They expect to complete construction by the end of this summer.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways
28 February 2008
North Olmsted recreation center proposal
If the City's negotiations with the Greater Cleveland YMCA and Fairview Hospital are successful, North Olmsted voters will have the opportunity to vote on recreation center plans in November. Construction of a recreation center was a priority identified in the City's 2005 master plan.
If the City's negotiations with the Greater Cleveland YMCA and Fairview Hospital are successful, North Olmsted voters will have the opportunity to vote on recreation center plans in November. Construction of a recreation center was a priority identified in the City's 2005 master plan.
Labels: institutional, North Olmsted
15 February 2008
Moved church to be rededicated
The historic Barton Road Church, moved to the Frostville Museum in 2005, will be rededicated on August 3 as the Frostville Church. The restored church will serve as a museum and wedding chapel.
The historic Barton Road Church, moved to the Frostville Museum in 2005, will be rededicated on August 3 as the Frostville Church. The restored church will serve as a museum and wedding chapel.
Labels: historic preservation, institutional, North Olmsted
08 February 2008
Cities still experiencing consequences of Tops Supermarket closings
Cities such as Cleveland, Westlake, Fairview Park, Lakewood, North Olmsted, and Avon Lake are still dealing with the withdrawal of Tops Supermarkets from Northeast Ohio in 2006.
Cities such as Cleveland, Westlake, Fairview Park, Lakewood, North Olmsted, and Avon Lake are still dealing with the withdrawal of Tops Supermarkets from Northeast Ohio in 2006.
Labels: Cleveland, economic development, Fairview Park, Lakewood, Lorain County, North Olmsted, retail, Westlake
19 December 2007
Crocker-Stearns works stops
Construction of the Crocker-Stearns connector in North Olmsted and Westlake is stopping for the winter.
Construction of the Crocker-Stearns connector in North Olmsted and Westlake is stopping for the winter.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, Westlake
26 October 2007
Crocker-Stearns construction delays
Completion of the North Olmsted portion of the Crocker-Stearns connector has been pushed back from late 2007 to spring 2008.
Completion of the North Olmsted portion of the Crocker-Stearns connector has been pushed back from late 2007 to spring 2008.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, Westlake
01 October 2007
Westlake water provider study
Westlake City Council approved a contract for a study that will analyze the implications of switching water providers from Cleveland to Avon Lake. Leaders in Bay Village and North Olmsted are considering whether to join the study.
Westlake City Council approved a contract for a study that will analyze the implications of switching water providers from Cleveland to Avon Lake. Leaders in Bay Village and North Olmsted are considering whether to join the study.
Labels: Bay Village, Cleveland, North Olmsted, utility, Westlake
18 September 2007
Crocker-Stearns update
Officials from North Olmsted and Westlake report that construction of the Crocker-Stearns connector is on schedule for its planned September 2009 completion.
Officials from North Olmsted and Westlake report that construction of the Crocker-Stearns connector is on schedule for its planned September 2009 completion.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, Westlake
26 July 2007
Noise barrier construction to start next spring
North Olmsted officials say that the Ohio Department of Transportation will install new sound barriers along I-480 in spring 2008. The City will hold a public meeting about the barriers on August 15 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Community Cabin at North Olmsted Park.
North Olmsted officials say that the Ohio Department of Transportation will install new sound barriers along I-480 in spring 2008. The City will hold a public meeting about the barriers on August 15 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Community Cabin at North Olmsted Park.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways
01 June 2007
North Olmsted Park-N-Ride
Expansion of the North Olmsted Park-N-Ride will begin this month, and it is scheduled to open later this year.
Expansion of the North Olmsted Park-N-Ride will begin this month, and it is scheduled to open later this year.
Labels: North Olmsted, public transit
23 February 2007
Crocker-Stearns spinoff development strategy
With work on the Crocker-Stearns connector due to begin on March 1, the City of North Olmsted held a public meeting on Monday at which the Kent State Urban Design Center presented several development scenarios for the corridor and sought input from residents.
With work on the Crocker-Stearns connector due to begin on March 1, the City of North Olmsted held a public meeting on Monday at which the Kent State Urban Design Center presented several development scenarios for the corridor and sought input from residents.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, urban design
09 February 2007
Crocker-Stearns extension construction to begin
Construction of the Crocker-Stearns extension project in North Olmsted and Westlake will start next month, and site preparation began this week. The $13.29 million project is scheduled to be completed in September 2009.
Construction of the Crocker-Stearns extension project in North Olmsted and Westlake will start next month, and site preparation began this week. The $13.29 million project is scheduled to be completed in September 2009.
Labels: North Olmsted, roads and highways, Westlake
26 January 2007
Bradley Road rezonings
North Olmsted City Council voted to rezone 17 parcels on Bradley Road from limited industrial to residential. Some residents and business owners object to the decision, but Council members said that it's best for the future of the area.
North Olmsted City Council voted to rezone 17 parcels on Bradley Road from limited industrial to residential. Some residents and business owners object to the decision, but Council members said that it's best for the future of the area.
Labels: North Olmsted, zoning
19 January 2007
North Olmsted may hire economic development consultants
After opting not to hire an economic development officer, North Olmsted City Council is considering contracting with an economic development firm to supply consulting services.
After opting not to hire an economic development officer, North Olmsted City Council is considering contracting with an economic development firm to supply consulting services.
Labels: economic development, North Olmsted
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