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02 January 2009
Cedar Center razing
Demolition of the north side of Cedar Center was scheduled to begin earlier this week.
Demolition of the north side of Cedar Center was scheduled to begin earlier this week.
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
12 December 2008
Cedar Center demolition to begin soon
South Euclid City Council authorized the expenditure of $1.8 million to raze the north side of Cedar Center. Demolition is expected to begin later this month.
South Euclid City Council authorized the expenditure of $1.8 million to raze the north side of Cedar Center. Demolition is expected to begin later this month.
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
07 November 2008
South Euclid enacts CRA
On Monday, South Euclid City Council unanimously approved the creation a community reinvestment area encompassing the entire city. The City of Brooklyn passed similar legislation last month.
On Monday, South Euclid City Council unanimously approved the creation a community reinvestment area encompassing the entire city. The City of Brooklyn passed similar legislation last month.
Labels: economic development, South Euclid, tax policy
Suburban ballot issues
This week's Sun papers have more information about the recent ballot issues in Broadview Heights, Chagrin Falls, Highland Heights, South Euclid, Avon, and Twinsburg.
This week's Sun papers have more information about the recent ballot issues in Broadview Heights, Chagrin Falls, Highland Heights, South Euclid, Avon, and Twinsburg.
Labels: Broadview Heights, Chagrin Falls, Highland Heights, Lorain County, South Euclid, Summit County, zoning
21 October 2008
Nine Mile Marsh
The conversion of the Langerdale Retention Basin in South Euclid has been completed. The concrete channelized drainageway along Nine Mile Creek was replaced with a man-made wetland. The 10 acre, $1.2 million restoration will reduce flooding and provide new habitats.
The conversion of the Langerdale Retention Basin in South Euclid has been completed. The concrete channelized drainageway along Nine Mile Creek was replaced with a man-made wetland. The 10 acre, $1.2 million restoration will reduce flooding and provide new habitats.
Labels: greenspace, South Euclid, sustainability, water
16 October 2008
Retail plans move forward
While market conditions have forced the cancellation of some proposed retail projects, developers of the upscale Twinsburg Fashion Place in Summit County and the Cedar Center redevelopment in South Euclid are proceeding with their plans.
While market conditions have forced the cancellation of some proposed retail projects, developers of the upscale Twinsburg Fashion Place in Summit County and the Cedar Center redevelopment in South Euclid are proceeding with their plans.
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid, Summit County, urban sprawl
29 September 2008
Thoughts on a neighborhood
In this month's Cleveland Magazine, Afi-Odelia E. Scruggs writes about the longevity and evolution of her South Euclid neighborhood.
In this month's Cleveland Magazine, Afi-Odelia E. Scruggs writes about the longevity and evolution of her South Euclid neighborhood.
Labels: South Euclid, urban design
10 September 2008
Update on Greenvale Drive demolitions
The City of South Euclid's purchase and demolition of nine Greenvale Drive duplexes in 2006 has had the desired effect of reducing crime, and the City continues to maintain the vacant lots. However, the City lacks the funds to repeat the process in other areas.
The City of South Euclid's purchase and demolition of nine Greenvale Drive duplexes in 2006 has had the desired effect of reducing crime, and the City continues to maintain the vacant lots. However, the City lacks the funds to repeat the process in other areas.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
18 August 2008
Cedar Center investments
The planned redevelopment of the South Euclid side of Cedar Center will require public investment, thought the precise cost has yet to be established. The Cuyahoga County Department of Development is assisting the City with the environmental cleanup of the property.
The planned redevelopment of the South Euclid side of Cedar Center will require public investment, thought the precise cost has yet to be established. The Cuyahoga County Department of Development is assisting the City with the environmental cleanup of the property.
Labels: land, mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
15 August 2008
Francis Court Gables
The Francis Court Gables townhouses in South Euclid are not selling well, and only one building has been constructed. Developer Jim Teresi wants the City to adopt a residential tax abatement measure. In addition, the proposed Stoneridge Place subdivision and Liberty Court condominiums are on indefinite hold.
The Francis Court Gables townhouses in South Euclid are not selling well, and only one building has been constructed. Developer Jim Teresi wants the City to adopt a residential tax abatement measure. In addition, the proposed Stoneridge Place subdivision and Liberty Court condominiums are on indefinite hold.
Labels: residential, South Euclid, tax policy
18 July 2008
South Euclid POS ordinance unchanged
South Euclid City Council was informed that it is too late to amend or rescind the exterior point-of-sale home inspection ordinance it passed last November. The City had a 30 day window to alter the law after residents submitted a referendum petition in December. The issue will appear on the November 4 ballot.
South Euclid City Council was informed that it is too late to amend or rescind the exterior point-of-sale home inspection ordinance it passed last November. The City had a 30 day window to alter the law after residents submitted a referendum petition in December. The issue will appear on the November 4 ballot.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
11 June 2008
Demolitions
South Euclid officials say that demolition of the north side of Cedar Center may begin in August. At Cleveland State, exterior demolition of University Center started this morning.
South Euclid officials say that demolition of the north side of Cedar Center may begin in August. At Cleveland State, exterior demolition of University Center started this morning.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, institutional, mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
30 May 2008
Residential construction update
Construction of the Casa Romana townhomes on Warren Road in Cleveland began last week. In South Euclid, the 16 unit Stoneridge Place subdivision may not be built.
Construction of the Casa Romana townhomes on Warren Road in Cleveland began last week. In South Euclid, the 16 unit Stoneridge Place subdivision may not be built.
Labels: Cleveland east side, residential, South Euclid
21 April 2008
South Euclid authorizes rain barrel installations
An ordinance passed by South Euclid City Council will allow residents to legally install rain barrels. It's believed to be the first rain barrel legislation in the area.
An ordinance passed by South Euclid City Council will allow residents to legally install rain barrels. It's believed to be the first rain barrel legislation in the area.
Labels: South Euclid, sustainability
04 April 2008
New dorms at Notre Dame College
On Monday, Notre Dame College in South Euclid broke ground on a new dormitory. Work on a second new dormitory is scheduled to begin in May.
On Monday, Notre Dame College in South Euclid broke ground on a new dormitory. Work on a second new dormitory is scheduled to begin in May.
Labels: institutional, South Euclid
28 March 2008
Cedar Center emptying out
The last tenants in the South Euclid side of Cedar Center will leave by the end of May, and demolition might begin in June or July. The shopping center will be replaced with a 240,000 square foot mixed-use district with retail, office, residential, and civic space.
The last tenants in the South Euclid side of Cedar Center will leave by the end of May, and demolition might begin in June or July. The shopping center will be replaced with a 240,000 square foot mixed-use district with retail, office, residential, and civic space.
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
08 February 2008
South Euclid citizens weigh in on the City's development
Attendees at a South Euclid Planning and Zoning Committee meeting suggested that the City consider expanding its plans to create a Mayfield-Green mixed use district in order to create a Crocker Park-like development that would complement Cedar Center. City Council may act on the rezoning proposal at its February 25th meeting.
Attendees at a South Euclid Planning and Zoning Committee meeting suggested that the City consider expanding its plans to create a Mayfield-Green mixed use district in order to create a Crocker Park-like development that would complement Cedar Center. City Council may act on the rezoning proposal at its February 25th meeting.
Labels: mixed-use, residential, retail, South Euclid, zoning
South Euclid community reinvestment area
South Euclid's plans to create a community reinvestment area encompassing the entire City are not expected to have a large financial impact on the South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District.
South Euclid's plans to create a community reinvestment area encompassing the entire City are not expected to have a large financial impact on the South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District.
Labels: Lyndhurst, South Euclid, tax policy
01 February 2008
Regional recreation center optimism
Mayor Welo of South Euclid is optimistic about the future of the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council, and hopes to obtain federal or state funding for the proposed regional recreation center.
Mayor Welo of South Euclid is optimistic about the future of the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council, and hopes to obtain federal or state funding for the proposed regional recreation center.
Labels: institutional, regionalism, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, University Heights
South Euclid postpones inspections
The City of South Euclid will not enforce its exterior point-of-sale home inspections law prior to the November election, which will include a referendum measure on the ordinance.
The City of South Euclid will not enforce its exterior point-of-sale home inspections law prior to the November election, which will include a referendum measure on the ordinance.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
25 January 2008
Cedar Center redevelopment history
This week's Free Times summarizes the history of South Euclid's plans to redevelop the north side of Cedar Center, as well as the adverse repercussions it has had on the shopping center's merchants.
This week's Free Times summarizes the history of South Euclid's plans to redevelop the north side of Cedar Center, as well as the adverse repercussions it has had on the shopping center's merchants.
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
18 January 2008
South Euclid considers tax breaks
South Euclid leaders are considering a plan to designate the entire City as a community reinvestment area. Homeowners who reinvest in their properties would be eligible for a property tax reduction. New construction would also qualify for the reduction.
South Euclid leaders are considering a plan to designate the entire City as a community reinvestment area. Homeowners who reinvest in their properties would be eligible for a property tax reduction. New construction would also qualify for the reduction.
Labels: residential, South Euclid, tax policy
04 January 2008
South Euclid inspection referendum update
South Euclid residents opposed to the City's new exterior point-of sale home inspections submitted referendum petitions late last month. The City will verify the signatures and then send the petitions to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.
South Euclid residents opposed to the City's new exterior point-of sale home inspections submitted referendum petitions late last month. The City will verify the signatures and then send the petitions to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
21 December 2007
Mayfield-Green mixed-use district
The City of South Euclid may create a mixed-use district in the Mayfield-Green commercial area. City Council's Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss the proposal at its January 28 meeting.
The City of South Euclid may create a mixed-use district in the Mayfield-Green commercial area. City Council's Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss the proposal at its January 28 meeting.
Labels: mixed-use, South Euclid, zoning
Notre Dame College expansion
South Euclid's Notre Dame College is adding new buildings. Construction of a new residence hall will start in February or March, and President Andrew Roth envisions additional construction.
South Euclid's Notre Dame College is adding new buildings. Construction of a new residence hall will start in February or March, and President Andrew Roth envisions additional construction.
Labels: institutional, South Euclid
14 December 2007
South Euclid inspection referendum
South Euclid residents opposed to a recently enacted exterior point-of-sale home inspection ordinance are circulating referendum petitions, and hope to see an issue on the November 2008 ballot.
South Euclid residents opposed to a recently enacted exterior point-of-sale home inspection ordinance are circulating referendum petitions, and hope to see an issue on the November 2008 ballot.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
07 December 2007
Greenspace issues in South Euclid
South Euclid officials intend to focus on greenspace issues next year. They plan to adopt a greenspace plan, update the City's master plan, hire a consultant, and investigate the best uses for several undeveloped City-owned properties.
South Euclid officials intend to focus on greenspace issues next year. They plan to adopt a greenspace plan, update the City's master plan, hire a consultant, and investigate the best uses for several undeveloped City-owned properties.
Labels: greenspace, master planning, South Euclid
04 December 2007
South Euclid housing inspections
Last week, South Euclid City Council unanimously voted to institute exterior point-of-sale home inspections. Residents opposed to the inspections hope to challenge the ordinance via referendum.
Last week, South Euclid City Council unanimously voted to institute exterior point-of-sale home inspections. Residents opposed to the inspections hope to challenge the ordinance via referendum.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
19 November 2007
School district not participating in recreation council
The South Euclid-Lyndhurst Board of Education decided to not join the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council "at this time", instead choosing to concentrate on passing an operating levy in March.
The South Euclid-Lyndhurst Board of Education decided to not join the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council "at this time", instead choosing to concentrate on passing an operating levy in March.
Labels: institutional, Lyndhurst, regionalism, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, University Heights
23 October 2007
Coral Co. to redevelop Cedar Center in South Euclid
An agreement with Orion Capital Partners expired this summer, and yesterday, South Euclid City Council approved a development agreement with the Coral Company to redevelop the north side of Cedar Center as a mixed-use project. Demolition of the shopping center is expected to begin in fall 2008.
(Update: this week's Sun Messenger has more information.)
An agreement with Orion Capital Partners expired this summer, and yesterday, South Euclid City Council approved a development agreement with the Coral Company to redevelop the north side of Cedar Center as a mixed-use project. Demolition of the shopping center is expected to begin in fall 2008.
(Update: this week's Sun Messenger has more information.)
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
18 September 2007
Hillcrest Heights recreation center meeting
Mayor Welo assured South Euclid residents that the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council will not build a proposed recreation center if they are unable to align grant funding.
Mayor Welo assured South Euclid residents that the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council will not build a proposed recreation center if they are unable to align grant funding.
Labels: institutional, Lyndhurst, residential, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, University Heights
11 September 2007
Communities take different approaches to stormwater
Several municipalities in Cuyahoga County are attempting to address stormwater issues in different ways:
Several municipalities in Cuyahoga County are attempting to address stormwater issues in different ways:
- North Royalton organized a citizen's committee that recommended several strategies, including infrastructure improvements and floodplain expansions.
- Parma Heights is focusing on sewer maintenance.
- Broadview Heights City Council approved a funding mechanism for stormwater infrastructure maintenance and repair.
Labels: Brecksville, Broadview Heights, Cuyahoga River watershed, North Royalton, Parma Heights, South Euclid, utility
07 September 2007
Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council update
Mayor Welo of South Euclid offered to personally pay the startup fees for the South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District's entry into the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council. This fall, the mayors of Richmond Heights, South Euclid, and University Heights will meet with Rep. Stephanie Tubbs-Jones to discuss funding sources. They hope to build a new recreation center without the use of local tax dollars.
Mayor Welo of South Euclid offered to personally pay the startup fees for the South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District's entry into the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council. This fall, the mayors of Richmond Heights, South Euclid, and University Heights will meet with Rep. Stephanie Tubbs-Jones to discuss funding sources. They hope to build a new recreation center without the use of local tax dollars.
Labels: institutional, Lyndhurst, regionalism, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, University Heights
Cedar Center demolition scheduled
Demolition of the South Euclid side of Cedar Center is expected to begin this winter. The City is attempting to obtain grants for environmental cleanup of the site.
Demolition of the South Euclid side of Cedar Center is expected to begin this winter. The City is attempting to obtain grants for environmental cleanup of the site.
Labels: mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
31 August 2007
South Euclid Land Conservancy update
The recently formed South Euclid Land Conservancy has held two meetings, and members are discussing ways to preserve greenspace in the City.
The recently formed South Euclid Land Conservancy has held two meetings, and members are discussing ways to preserve greenspace in the City.
Labels: greenspace, South Euclid
School board may not join recreation council
Financial concerns may prevent the South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District from joining the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council. The Cities of Richmond Heights, South Euclid, and University Heights have agreed to establish the council of governments.
Financial concerns may prevent the South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District from joining the Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council. The Cities of Richmond Heights, South Euclid, and University Heights have agreed to establish the council of governments.
Labels: Lyndhurst, regionalism, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, University Heights
20 August 2007
Rain barrels proposed in South Euclid
Legislation introduced in South Euclid City Council would permit residents to use rain barrels at their homes. Sponsors say that rain barrel usage can conserve water and reduce runoff.
Legislation introduced in South Euclid City Council would permit residents to use rain barrels at their homes. Sponsors say that rain barrel usage can conserve water and reduce runoff.
Labels: South Euclid, sustainability
30 July 2007
South Euclid Land Conservancy
A South Euclid councilwoman and resident formed the South Euclid Land Conservancy, which met for the first time last month. The organization's second meeting will be held on August 22 at 7:00 p.m. in South Euclid City Hall.
A South Euclid councilwoman and resident formed the South Euclid Land Conservancy, which met for the first time last month. The organization's second meeting will be held on August 22 at 7:00 p.m. in South Euclid City Hall.
Labels: greenspace, South Euclid
15 June 2007
Hillcrest Heights Area Recreation Council
On June 25, South Euclid City Council is expected to vote on a proposal to create a council of governments with Richmond Heights, University Heights, and the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Board of Education to study the feasibility of a regional recreation center. University Heights passed similar legislation on June 4, while Lyndhurst leaders reiterated that they were not interested in participating.
On June 25, South Euclid City Council is expected to vote on a proposal to create a council of governments with Richmond Heights, University Heights, and the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Board of Education to study the feasibility of a regional recreation center. University Heights passed similar legislation on June 4, while Lyndhurst leaders reiterated that they were not interested in participating.
Labels: Lyndhurst, regionalism, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, University Heights
08 June 2007
South Euclid gets land donation
Several former residents donated two undeveloped properties near Green Road to the City of South Euclid. City Council plans to place the properties in a land back.
Several former residents donated two undeveloped properties near Green Road to the City of South Euclid. City Council plans to place the properties in a land back.
Labels: greenspace, South Euclid
18 May 2007
South Euclid sustainability resolutions
On Monday, South Euclid City Council passed a resolution encouraging "green building and sustainability efforts" in the City. The City also adopted an anti-idling policy.
On Monday, South Euclid City Council passed a resolution encouraging "green building and sustainability efforts" in the City. The City also adopted an anti-idling policy.
Labels: South Euclid, sustainability
14 May 2007
South Euclid to enter into Cedar Center negotiations with developer
The City of South Euclid selected Orion Capital Partners of Little Rock, Arkansas to redevelop the north side of the Cedar Center shopping strip. The company offered $17 million for the property, and wants to redevelop it as a retail/residential mixed-use project. The company has 45 days to reach a deal with the City, which will require City Council approval.
The City of South Euclid selected Orion Capital Partners of Little Rock, Arkansas to redevelop the north side of the Cedar Center shopping strip. The company offered $17 million for the property, and wants to redevelop it as a retail/residential mixed-use project. The company has 45 days to reach a deal with the City, which will require City Council approval.
Labels: economic development, mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
04 May 2007
South Euclid survey results
A survey of South Euclid residents found that their top concerns are "neighbors not keeping up their properties" and "loud neighbors". The City's Good Neighbor Committee recommends supplying a "Good Neighbor Guide" to residents, among other suggestions.
A survey of South Euclid residents found that their top concerns are "neighbors not keeping up their properties" and "loud neighbors". The City's Good Neighbor Committee recommends supplying a "Good Neighbor Guide" to residents, among other suggestions.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
30 April 2007
Cedar Center legal battle reaches end
Cuyahoga County Probate Judge John Donnelly ruled against a group of Cedar Center tenants who sought to keep the City of South Euclid from acquiring the northern half of the shopping center. The City will purchase the property for $16.4 million and select one of the four developers interested in redeveloping it as a mixed-use project.
Cuyahoga County Probate Judge John Donnelly ruled against a group of Cedar Center tenants who sought to keep the City of South Euclid from acquiring the northern half of the shopping center. The City will purchase the property for $16.4 million and select one of the four developers interested in redeveloping it as a mixed-use project.
Labels: economic development, mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
13 March 2007
Cedar Center tenants challenge redevelopment effort
Two tenants in the north side of the Cedar Center shopping center are in court this week, challenging the City of South Euclid's plans for a mixed-use redevelopment of the site. Judge John Donnelly toured the property yesterday.
Two tenants in the north side of the Cedar Center shopping center are in court this week, challenging the City of South Euclid's plans for a mixed-use redevelopment of the site. Judge John Donnelly toured the property yesterday.
Labels: economic development, mixed-use, retail, South Euclid
02 March 2007
Cedar Center redevelopment update
Four developers have expressed an interest in redeveloping the South Euclid side of Cedar Center. The City should take ownership of the properties around March 12, and officials expect to choose a firm in two or three weeks.
Four developers have expressed an interest in redeveloping the South Euclid side of Cedar Center. The City should take ownership of the properties around March 12, and officials expect to choose a firm in two or three weeks.
Labels: economic development, retail, South Euclid
26 January 2007
South Euclid point-of-sale home inspections
Some South Euclid residents continue to advocate for a citywide vote on plans to introduce point-of-sale exterior home inspections. A City Council committee is reviewing the legislation, but was cold to the idea of a ballot issue.
Some South Euclid residents continue to advocate for a citywide vote on plans to introduce point-of-sale exterior home inspections. A City Council committee is reviewing the legislation, but was cold to the idea of a ballot issue.
Labels: residential, South Euclid
11 January 2007
Bonds issued for South Euclid Cedar Center purchase
South Euclid City Council unanimously voted to issue up to $17 million in bonds for the purchase of the north side of Cedar Center. Some storeowners remain opposed to deal, and the City is continuing to negotiate with developers.
South Euclid City Council unanimously voted to issue up to $17 million in bonds for the purchase of the north side of Cedar Center. Some storeowners remain opposed to deal, and the City is continuing to negotiate with developers.
Labels: economic development, retail, South Euclid
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