Are You Ready For Election Day? Avon, Avon Lake Election Guide
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Sunday, May 5, 2013
Friday, April 12, 2013
Murray Ridge Replacement Levy Will Support Murray Ridge Center
Levy represents a $12 increase annually, per $100,000 valuation.
Avon and Avon Lake voters will see several issues on the May 7 Primary ballot including Issue 1, is a 5-year replacement 1.6875 mill levy for Murray Ridge Center. Passage will support mentally retarded and developmental disabled children and adults in Lorain County. This levy currently accounts for approximately one fourth of the agency’s revenue. More than one fourth of the programs of Murray Ridge Center will be impacted if the levy fails, since failure will affect federal funds received. Approval of the levy will cost approximately $12 more per year per $100,000 of home valuation. In March 2008, voters overwhelmingly supported the initial five-year levy that cost approximately $34 per $100,000 home valuation. The Lorain County Board of …
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Paul Ryan Rally at Walsh University Has Crowd Wowed (VIDEO)
GOP presidential hopeful Mitt Romney's new running mate received a warm welcome at a rally on Thursday.
While many at Thursday's rally for GOP vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan said they were familiar with his political ideas, going to the event was all about seeing the the newly minted GOP vice presidential candidate in the flesh. Nearly 2,000 people turned out at Walsh University on Thursday to get a glimpse of the 42-year-old congressman and hear first-hand about his ideas and political philosophy. Ryan is on his second day of visits to small Ohio colleges. He made a campaign stop Wednesday at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio in solidly Republican Butler County. Ryan graduated from Miami University in 1992, the New York Times reports. The congressman from Wisconsin is less than a week out from being tapped as GOP presidential …
Colter95
11:19 am on Sunday, November 4, 2012
I saw Obama yesterday claiming the new job numbers are proof that his policies are working and that we are in an economic recovery... Fact is, that is not the truth, or even close to the truth... First, the unemployment rate ticked up to 7.9% and the year-to-date monthly average of 157,000 payroll jobs is barely enough to keep up with population growth -- much less make up for the 8 million jobs … more ›
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Candidate Profile: Steven M. Balmert for Avon City Council
Balmert is running for the Ward 1 seat.
Steven M. Balmert is running to represent Ward 1 in Avon City Council. Name: Steven M. Balmert. Date of Birth: 12/8/1967. Occupation: Software test engineer. Education: Bachelor of Science Computer Information Science/ Engineering, The Ohio State University. Family: Wife Debra Warnke-Balmert, stepson Michael Warnke, 19, son Matthew Balmert, 4 ½ years. Years residing in Avon: 43 Years + (lifelong resident). Most recent political affiliation: Independent Office Sought: Avon City Council, Ward 1. Previous Political Office Sought or Held: Avon City Council – Council-at-Large, 2009 (Did not win the office in the election). Email: smbalmert@yahoo.com Campaign page: No campaign web site at this time. Candidate Statement: The issues that face …
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Candidate Profile: Thomasina Houston for Avon Lake Board of Education
Houston is seeking one of three Board of Election seats that will be decided in November
Thomasina Houston is seeking one of three open Avon Lake Board of Education seats in the November General Election. This is a non-partisan election. Name: Thomasina Houston Family: Husband - Todd, Son - Alex (16) and Daughters - Madison and Elizabeth (14) Years residing in Avon Lake: 35 years Date of Birth: June 2, 1970 Occupation: Intervention Specialist, Amherst Exempted Village Schools Education: Bachelor of Arts; John Carroll University, 1992. Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Mild/Moderate Intervention; Ashland University, 2010. Political Affiliation: Republican Office Sought: Avon Lake School Board Previous Political Office Sought or Held: None Email: houstonforALSchoolBoard.com@yahoo.com Campaign page: Website – …
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Zuber Formally Announces Re-election Plans
Candidate cites first-term accomplishments
Avon Lake Mayor Karl (K.C.) Zuber has made it official: He has declared his candidacy for re-election as mayor of Avon Lake. He filed his petitions last week. Aug. 10 marks the last day a candidate can file with the Lorain County Board of Elections. Former mayor Rob Berner and Council President Greg Zilka are also running for mayor. Zuber, who has held a public office in Avon Lake for more than 20 years, said he is seeking reelection to continue moving Avon Lake forward. “Mayor K.C. Zuber has proven leadership in directing Avon Lake through the worst recession since the Depression,” a press release declaring his candidacy said. Zuber said that unlike many other cities, Avon Lake has not laid off any employees during this downturn and he …
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Meet the Candidate: Robert J. Berner for Avon Lake Mayor
Robert J. Berner is running for mayor of Avon Lake
Robert J. Berner is running for the position of mayor of Avon Lake on Nov. 8, 2011. Name: Robert J. Berner Date of Birth: Oct. 9, 1963 Occupation: Executive Director, Lorain County Rural Wastewater District Education: MPA – Master of Public Administration, Walden University Family: Married to Mary, Daughter Lyndsey 21 Years residing in Avon Lake: 44 Political Affiliation: Conservative Republican Office Sought: Mayor of Avon Lake Previous Political Office Sought or Held: Mayor of Avon Lake, President of ALBOE Email: info@bernerformayor.com Campaign page: www.bernerformayor.com Candidate Statement: I have a new vision and believe it is time to take Avon Lake in a new direction. Business as usual is no …
Michael Trisnardo
10:27 pm on Saturday, August 27, 2011
Reduce the number of men and women on the safety forces - this guy is out of his mind! The City has spent over $50,000.00 performing studies that have both determined that the fire department needs MORE people. This comedian thinks we should just make them work as cops too, and then reduce the number of them on the department. I hope the Avon Lake Fire and Police Departments officially Anti-… more ›
Friday, July 8, 2011
Avon Lake Businessman Will Seek Ward 1 Council Seat
William Gallagher, president of Suntan Supply will run in General Election
The president of Suntan Supply in Avon has announced his intent to run for the Ward 1 seat in Avon Lake. William E. Gallagher, a five-year resident of Avon Lake was recognized in the November 2010 issue of Crains Business Magazine as a top “40 Business Professionals under the age of 40 in Northeast Ohio.” He lives on Fieldstone Circle. Gallagher cited economic development—and specifically retaining present businesses and attracting new businesses—as a primary area of concern in Avon Lake. He cites his experience running Suntan Supply, which employs more than 100, as a reason why he understands business owners concerns and needs. “I believe my business ownership, and my experience in budgeting, forecasting costs, investing and being …
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John Deacon
9:50 am on Saturday, August 6, 2011
Also not a resident, but a witness to Bill's business skill set - Bill's commen sense approach, methodical financial stewardship and positive attitude will translate perfectly into forward-thinking political leadership....I'd vote for him if he was in my district!!!!! more ›
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Sunday Hours To Be Restored as Library Levy Gets Decisive Victory
62 percent say "yes" to tax increase.
A levy that will allow the Avon Lake Public Library to restore Sunday hours and increase materials coasted to an easy victory May 3. With 100 percent of voted unofficially counted, Avon Lake voters cast 2,019 votes (62 percent) in support of the levy and 1,227 (38 percent) opposed. “We are delighted,” Library Director Mary Crehore said. “On behalf of the Avon Lake Public Library, our thanks to the residents of Avon Lake for once again supporting their library.” The replacement levy means an increase for homeowners. The levy called for the replacement of an existing levy of 1.8 mills, and an increase of 1 mill to cover current library expenses. The increase amounts to $5 per month per $200,000 home evaluation. Taxpayers currently pay about…
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Jill Ralston
11:33 am on Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Our Library...YES indeed! Eighty years ago the residents of Avon Lake gave themselves the gift of a public library. That gift is still a treasure today. Thank you Avon Lake for your continued support! more ›
Avon Lake Voters Will Decide on Three Issues
School district has two levies on the ballot, the Avon Lake Library has one.
Avon Lake voters will decide on three issues on the ballot May 3; two are for the Avon Lake School District and one supports the Avon Lake Public Library. Issues 4 and 5 support the Avon Lake School District. Passage of the levies will not result in a tax increase. Issue 4 is renewal of a 10-year, 1.5 mill permanent improvement levy that will raise $650,000 annually for maintenance of eight school buildings. It amounts to $18.98 per $100,000 of property evaluation. Issue 5 is a five-year, 5.45 mill emergency levy that will raise $4.5 million annually. The emergency levy amounts to $166.90 per $100,000 of home evaluation. Both of these levies are renewals and will not cost the taxpayers any additional money. They go into effect in 2012. …
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Bonnie Melcher
7:14 pm on Monday, April 29, 2013
I wish I could support an increase for Murray Ridge but I cannot. Doesn't Murry Ridge get the disability and or welfare payments from the state for the residents to live there? I BELIVE that is how it is. Please don't feel guilty for voting NO. The residents are cared for and will continue to be cared for. Again, NO NEW TAXES. Too many people are not working. more ›