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Vol. 33, Issue 9 October 2019

LINCOLN HEIGHTS MAP

W 25th St

Fairfield Rd

I-71

Wade Ave

TuesdayOctober 15th6pmSouth Branch Library 3096 Scranton Rd

Join us for the second public event for Reaching Lincoln Heights to share your ideas for future development in our community!

Event is free and open to the public.

#ReachingLincolnHeights

Scranton Rd

COMMUNITY MEETING

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Visit ArtConcerts.org & like us on Facebook! Admission by freewill donation.

2592 West 14th St. (W. 14th & Starkweather)

3pm, Sunday, October 13, 2019

Darrett Adkins, celloCicilia Yudha, piano

Janáček Pohádka (Fairy Tale) for Cello & Piano, JW 7/5

Kodály Solo Cello Sonata, Op. 8

Messiaen from Quatuor pour la fin du temps

Louange à l’Éternité de Jésus

Chopin Sonata for Cello & Piano, Op. 65

Tremont Speaks Update

Tremont Speaks is underway! In July we held two Idea Summits to generate some conversation and ideas on what we can do to improve safety in the neighborhood. The conversations were great and we came up with some good ideas. Now we are moving forward with 1-on-1, small group, and focus group conversations. We have also launched a Tremont Speaks online survey for those who want to participate but cannot commit to a longer conversation! In addition to participating in Tremont Speaks, everyone who participated in the Summits, and who participates in an upcoming conversation (1-on1, small group, or focus group) is being entered into a drawing for a $50 Visa gift card. Those who take the survey will be entered into a different drawing, also for a $50 Visa gift card. If you want to participate in both a conversation AND take the survey, you will be entered into both drawings!

The survey is available at: http://bit.ly/tremontspeaks

To sign up for a conversation, please fill out the form at: http://bit.ly/TremontSpeaksConversations

Want more information about Temont Speaks? Head to www.NearWestSafety.org/TremontSpeaks

Questions about Tremont Speaks can be directed to Chad Biggers at [email protected]

With funding from ArcelorMittal, Tremont West Development is starting an exciting new effort to build a safer neighborhood, and we need YOU!

IT STARTS WITH IDEAS: We know that Tremont residents have great ideas for creating a safer and more connected neighborhood! Community meetings hosted as part of Tremont Speaks will serve as the perfect place to share those ideas, and connect with neighbors to grow those ideas into full fledged projects! Mirrors, lights, signs , classes, whatever you think will make Tremont Safer.

EVERYONE GETS A VOICE: Those projects will then be posted on line, and shared in the community so that everyone has a chance to see them! During this time people across the neighborhood will vote on the projects they think will build a stronger and safer Tremont.

THEN THE WORK BEGINS: Those projects with the most votes will be funded, until all the money is allocated. Then Tremont West will work to make those projects happen.

WHAT’S NEXT: In the next month we will begin hosting community meetings to go over the process, and start gathering ideas and connecting neighbors. For more information, and to make sure you get all the

updates, visit NearWestSafety.org/TremontSpeaks or reach out to

Chad Biggers, Community Safety Organizer at [email protected] or (216) 375-4840















Arts Renaissance Tremont (ART) has enriched the cultural landscape of Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood. ART concerts have become a musical destination for ALL of Greater Cleveland to celebrate, providing the opportunity

Arts Renaissance Tremont’s 29th Season!for everyone to experience Northern Ohio’s finest live performance. ART attracts thousands to hear world-class local musicians – providing a forum for exceptional pre-professionals, conservatory faculty and professionals from Cleveland’s rich community of freelance artists and members of our renowned Cleveland Orchestra. Home is the magnificent, historic landmark Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ located at 2592 West 14th St. Arts Renaissance Tremont was founded in 1991 to enhance the quality and diversity of life in Tremont by providing the fine arts a greater presence in the community. In addition to establishing a venue for artists to share their talent, our goals are to promote the use of this magnificent space, support the rebirth of the Tremont neighborhood, create community and foster greater appreciation for the arts through accessible artistic programs. Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ was built in 1893. The building is an excellent example of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture. The interior design, known as the Akron Plan, was an innovative concept in use of space, allowing rooms to open onto other rooms. The sanctuary, or auditorium, as it was called when constructed, features Tiffany-style stained glass windows and ceiling dome. The excellent acoustics make the sanctuary a magnificent environment for music. Early Cleveland orchestral ensembles – forerunners to The Cleveland Orchestra – used this auditorium for their rehearsal and concert hall. Wednesday evening, December 17, 1919, 8:00, Nikolai Sokoloff conducted a performance of The Cleveland Orchestra in this auditorium. In 1992, the Holtkamp Organ Company restored the original Ferrand-Votey Organ. For additional information about this historic building, please call the church office: 216.861.7388.• PARKING is available in the adjacent church

lots, across the street and directly behind the church building.

• RESTROOMS are located on the lower level in the hallway opposite Fellowship Hall and near the elevator.

• Pilgrim Church is WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE.• The use of flash photography and video or audio-

recording devices is strictly prohibited.• Please turn off cell phones.

2019-2020 Schedule:• Sunday, October 13, 3pm for Darrett Adkins,

cello & Cicilla Yudha, piano• Sunday November 24th, 3pm for Bluewater

Chamber Orchestra• Sunday, December 15th and Monday

December 16th, 7pm for Burning River Brass• Friday, January 31, 7pm for Amici String Quartet• Sunday, March 22nd, 3pm for Bach Birthday

Tribute• Sunday, April 19, 3pm for Ivan Zenaty, violin &

Dmitri Votoblev, piano• Sunday, May 10, 3pm for Mark Kosower, cello &

Jee-Won Oh, piano

Visit artconcerts.org for details.

A service of theTremont West Development Corporation

Editor: Michelle Davis

2406 Professor AvenueCleveland, Ohio 44113

216-575-0920—Phone216-575-0998—Fax

www.tremontwest.org

“We serve Tremont by organizing an inclusive community, building

a unifi ed neighborhood, and promoting a unique destination.”

2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORSPresident: Kate Carden

1st Vice President- Joe Chura2nd Vice President- LerVal Elva

Treasurer- Lynn McLaughlin MurraySecretary- Ann Marie Riley

Directors:Joe Adler, Dan Cotter,

Jaime Declet, Brad Hauber, Adrienne Linnick,

Seronica Powell, Christopher Roy, Richard Sosenko, Casey Ward

and Josh WrightEx Offi cio:

Mendo Veloff, South of Jefferson Block Club; Carolyn Bentley,

Duck Island Block Club

STAFFCory Riordan, ext. 101

Executive [email protected] Biggers, 216-375-4840Community Safety Organizer

[email protected] Clement, ext. 117

Americorps VISTA [email protected]

Michelle Davis, ext. 103Assistant Director

[email protected] Friedel ext. 105

Offi ce [email protected]

Donna GrigonisHousing Developement Manager

[email protected] Hawthorne ext 107

Housing and Economic Dev. [email protected]

Keith Moore, ext. 110Housing and Property [email protected] Rosenstein, ext. 106

Community Involvement Manager/Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival [email protected]

Kathryn Ross, ext. 102MSASS Intern

[email protected] Valentin ext. 102

Community & Equity [email protected]

Are you interested in advertising in ?

Please contact Michelle at Tremont West, 216-575-0920,

ext. 103 or [email protected].

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MEMBER OF

Tremont West Welcomes,

Kathryn Ross, Intern from Case Western Reserve

University

Kathryn Ross is from Silver Spring, Maryland. She attended the University of Maryland Baltimore County where she competed as a division 1 athlete while studying psychology and biology. After graduation Kathryn served for Americorps in Baltimore City. Kathryn works with Playworks to facilitate healthy play for marginalized communities to develop their social and emotional health as well as communication and leadership skills. Currently Kathryn is pursuing a dual Masters in Social Work and Nonprofit Management at Case Western Reserve University. Kathryn is interested in learning how to bridge the gap between program implementation and management within nonprofits. Her goal is to work within the nonprofit field on community social problems and youth mental health.

Celebrate Tremont - Duck Island Grooves 2019 A Success! Celebrate Tremont promised to be and was a fun-filled evening for Tremont residents, friends and supporters who came together to raise funds to help ensure Tremont remains the vibrant urban village it is today. There was a storm, but it only added to the ambiance of the community celebration. First, thank you to our Sponsors! They are listed in the ad above. Proceeds from the event will help support the free programming that makes our neighborhood special – from block club support and community organizing to events like Arts in August and the Tremont Farmers Market. Additionally, a portion of proceeds will also support a bike program for neighborhood children.

Thank you to the Celebrate Tremont committee members:

Kate Carden, Alexandra Dattilo

Michelle DavisJaime DecletLerVal ElvaLynn Friedel

Adrienne GrayDick Gray

Brad HauberDan Leamon

Jill LackeyLynn McLaughlin-Murray

Morgan Passek Ann Marie Riley

Cory RiordanTom Tosuksri

Thank you also to Tremont West volunteers, staff & board members, plus all the businesses and people who donated to

our auctions!

Special Thanks to:Forest City Brewery for hosting and

providing craft beer, wine, and Duck Island Cocktail, The Cleveland Farm Team

(Fresh Fork Market/Wholesome Valley Farms/Ohio City Provisions) for catering, The Ark Band for their performance and

DJ SquareBiz accompanied by Neil Chastain, Stilt Walker, Tasha Walls &

Civilization for coffee service.

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Towpath Trail ConstructionIf you need to talk with someone regarding the current

construction of the Towpath Trail, please contact Darwin Merdes, Area Engineer for Cuyahoga County

at 216-348-4073, 216-701-1160 or [email protected].

City of ClevelandHoliday Waste Pick-Up Schedule

Bulk Pick-Up (3 items only) Bulk pick-up in Tremont is Friday, October 11th.

Questions? 216-664-3711or cleveland-oh.gov

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Neighborhood Retail Assistance ProgramThe City of Cleveland’s Economic Development Department can assist small businesses with fi nancial packages of both loans and grants to improve the interior and exterior of their storefronts.Commercial Space for Sale or LeaseAre you looking to lease, purchase or market commercial space in Tremont? See current Tremont Commercial Properties at: www.retailspacecleveland.com/tremontneighborhood.htm or www.tremontwest.org. Remember, if you are planning to open a business in Tremont, you must contact the City of Cleveland to see what variances or permits are required for your desired location. The Department of Building and Housing can be reached at 216-664-2282. There are some great loan reimbursement programs through the city and county for vacant building rehab, storefront renovations, signage and Brownfi eld clean-up. Please contact Tremont West for more information at 216-575-0920, ext. 113.

The Storefront Renovation ProgramThe City of Cleveland’s Storefront Renovation Program is an exterior rehabilitation program that combines fi nancial incentives (rebate or loan) with free City design assistance. The City partners with neighborhood Community Development Corporations to implement the program in the neighborhood.Please call Khalid Hawthorne at 216-575-0920, ext. 113.

Safety UpdatesUpdates and information about crime and safety in the neighborhood can be found at NearWestSafety.org. if you would like to be added to the Safety Update Mailing list please sign up at NearWestSafety.org/newsletters

Employment GuideTremont West now offers a comprehensive employment resource webpage including the following programs and resources: Employment Resources and Training; Programs for the Formerly Incarcerated; Workshops and Apprenticeships; Resources for Those with Disabilities; Programs for Spanish Speaking Populations, Veterans and Senior Citizens; and Adult Education and GED courses. www.tremontwest.org/index/employment-guide, 216-575-0920, ext. 102

Energy Assistance Programs The Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA) offers several programs to income-eligible Ohioans to assist in paying their utility bills and improve the energy effi ciency of their homes. Household eligibility is based in part on income; details and specifi c guidelines for the following assistance programs can be found here: http://development.ohio.gov/is/is_energyassist.htm. To apply for HEAP or HWAP, download the application at the above webpage or visit Tremont West and meet with the Property Manager, Keith Moore, (216) 533-5612.

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2019CommunityMeetingsFOR WARD 14Councilwoman

Jasmin Santana

“Working Together forOur Families & Children”

FOR WARD 14Jasmin Santana

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March 28April 25May 23June 27July 25

August 22September 26

October 24Holiday Break:

No meetings in November and December.Meetings will resume in 2020.

Every 4th Thursday of the Month6:00 - 7:00 pm at Family Ministry Center

(3389 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44109)

If you have any questions regarding Ward 14 meetings please call the Office of Councilwoman Santana at 664-4238.

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TREMONT HISTORY PROJECT

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1050 Starkweather AvenueCleveland Ohio 44113

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Tremont History Project’s annual Tremont History Calendars are available for purchase! These 2020 calendars, entitled “Historic Images of Tremont”, make a great gift, souvenir, or collectible. The purchase price of this calendar remains only $10, and proceeds will support Tremont History Project’s continuing mission of researching, preserving, and celebrating Tremont’s history. This 8 ½ x 11” calendar offers twelve extraordinary vintage images of historic Tremont from our photo and image archives. These images include not only period

photos of some of Tremont’s iconic landmarks, but also lost treasures and historic events that will surely deepen our appreciation for Tremont as a community with a remarkably rich and diverse history. To place an order or for further information, please call Eileen Sotak at (440) 785-6315, or email at [email protected]. Calendars can also be purchased at our monthly meetings at the Jefferson Branch of the Cleveland Public Libraries: 850 Jefferson Ave, in Tremont (44113). The October meeting will be Saturday, October 19th at 10am.

Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church2928 Scranton Rd. | Cleveland, Ohio 44113

Sunday worship times: German service 9:00am

and English service 10:30am

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Saturday Vigil at 4:30pm

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If you are a fan of Indian cuisine in Cleveland, you’ve probably been to Tandul on Professor Avenue. Owner Mack Patel opened Tremont’s fi rst and only Indian restaurant in Tremont back in 2015. Four years later and Patel is on the verge of bringing more of his unique fl avors to the neighborhood in the form a Salsarito, an Indo-Mexican style restaurant that showcases Mexican dishes with Indian fl are in the form of samplers and affordable dishes. Salsarito, at 2391 West 11th Street, plans to open on the 1st of October with the goal of remaining in their new location forever. Most businesses begin with that intention, but seven different restaurants have come and gone in the location adjacent from Lincoln Park since 2000. Most recently, Merchant Street, a Mediterranean and European Bistro, inhabited the venue. Patel is confi dent that his team and his head chef, Ritesh, are up for the challenge. The menu, described by Patel as Mexican cuisine with Indian spicing, is highlighted by various samplers. Visitors can order guacamole, salsa, and margarita samplers in addition to their complimentary chips and salsa. Guacamole varieties include corn guac, bean guac, pineapple and red onion guac, bacon guac, and chicken tikka guac. For those who enjoy more spice, a salsa sampler is also available. Salsa styles include pineapple salsa, mango salsa, tomatillos salsa, as well as a house blend with more fl avor and boldness than other salsa verde recipes. Lastly, for those craving sweet tastes, margarita sampler choices include passionfruit, dragonfruit, mango, kiwi, black currant, guava, and blood orange. Looking back at the ever-changing history of the building, Patel is not intimated and hints to one reason why; taste. “Everything on the menu comes down to taste – if you provide unique taste, guests will enjoy their dining experience and return again and again,” said Patel. “Also, this is the best view in Tremont,” Patel continued as he pointed out the front windows at Lincoln Park. Salsarito will also add patio seating next year. The tastes of Salsarito were inspired by Patel’s family, the love of Mexican cuisine, and their passion for home cooking. “At home, like most Indian families, we cook lunch and dinner almost every day of the week. When we remake Mexican dishes, we like to feel the spices,” said Patel. “This is our version with an Indian twist,” he continued. Patel and Ritesh used their home kitchen experiences to continually tweak every dish until it had the right Indian spices. The menu will also feature burritos, samosas, nachos, quesadillas, and other Indo-Mex specialties like half pineapple fajitas and falafel. Guest can choose from chicken, beef,

steak, pork, or shrimp. Besides the guacs and salsas, the dishes include unique sauces like sweet chili, enchilada, and of course queso. All options are in the price range of fi ve to twelve dollars. The lunchtime menu will include smaller versions at a discounted price. Salsarito will be open seven days a week from 11 AM through 10 PM. The pricing as well as the twist on Mexican dining are sure to surprise diners this Fall.

Salsarito2391 West 11th StreetHours of Operation:

11am-10pm

Salsarito set to Surprise in

TremontWritten by Jimmy Perkins

THE MUTT HUTT OFFERS SAFE PACKAGE DELIVERY FOR

TREMONTERSThe Mutt Hutt offers Tremont residents a safe package delivery address for those

who prefer not to have packages delivered at home since they are at risk of being

stolen. Packages can be shipped to us 7 days a week and received M-F from

10 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 6 PM. For any deliveries set for a Sunday please indicate in the shipping notes “if the door is

locked please ring the bell”.

Include on the package the name of the person picking up the package (we will ID)

plus:c/o The Mutt Hutt

2603 Scranton RoadCleveland OH 44113

Please include the c/o so we are aware this is a private package.

www.experiencetremont.com

Have you checked out the new website for Tremont?

It’s Tremont’s new resource for residents, businesses and visitors.

Clothing Swap Party at refold.Do you look in your overfl owing closet and fi nd nothing to wear?

Do you want your closet to be sustainable and also budget friendly?Come to the fi rst ever clothing swap party hosted right here at refold!

‘We want to encourage sustainable, community based fashion whenever we can so we’ve de-cided to help make the season change a little more fun by hosting a clothing swap party here at refold,

your local pre-owned fashion boutique.’This is going to be a small private party for local individuals that want a wardrobe refresh while also

making sustainable choices and a maybe a little more room in their own closet!This event will be free but spaces are limited so read more details and sign up on the events page at

refoldboutique.com if you’re interested in learning more!

refold. is located at 2406 Professor Avenue

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THE OHIO PREMIERE OFHOMOS, OR EVERYONE IN AMERICA

OPENS FRI, OCT 18 AT THE LIMINIS THEATER ON SCRANTON RD.

FREE ADMISSION FOR TREMONTERS AT THURSDAY SHOWS

Homos, or Everyone in America by Jordan Seavey, directed by Clyde Simon, is told through interweaving glimpses into the life of an everyday couple unexpectedly confronted by a vicious hate crime. Homos is a fearless, often funny, openly emotional examination of the moments that can bring two people together – or pull them apart. Homos, or Everyone in America opens Fri, Oct 18 and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through Nov 9 at the Liminis Theater 2438 Scranton Rd. Tickets are available at 216-687-0074 and convergence-continuum.org: $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+) and $10 students. Thursday discount tickets are $15 gen. adm., $12 seniors and $8 students. Tremont residents are admitted free for Thursday shows (Oct 24 & 31, Nov 7). Call ahead to make reservations.

----------------------------------Convergence-continuum’s production of Homos, or Everyone in America

is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS

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Auburn-Lincoln ParkMembers gathered on Monday, September 16th for the Block Club’s monthly meeting. Safety Concerns were addressed with the 2nd District Community Services Officer, Sgt. Philip McClain. Block Club Members also reviewed a presentation by developer, Sam Messina, and Mason Architect + Design, for the Lincoln Park Flats apartments proposed for the former Holy Ghost Byzantine Church parking lot at the corner of W. 14th Street and Kenilworth. As the development is proposed in an “Urban Overlay zone” (a regulatory tool that identifies distinctive development provisions in addition to those in the underlying base zone), no variances were being sought by the developer, but members were given the opportunity to comment on the design and over-all proposal. A proposed demolition of the rectory (housing that the Byzantine Church provided for priests and nuns) on the lot just south of the parking lot, was discussed and members were asked to support the development as presented. Previously the Local Design Review Committee for the Tremont Historic District asked the Landmarks Commission of the City of Cleveland to deny the demolition request. Following the presentation and after a time of Q & A and discussion, the membership present voted to support the proposed development as presented. The Auburn-Lincoln Park Block Club invites Tremont residents who live on in the area from Kenilworth south to Auburn Avenue (including Fruit Avenue), and from W. 15th St. east to W. 9th St., to attend monthly Block Club meetings on the 3rd Monday of the month. If you are new to Tremont it is a great way to meet your neighbors and engage in safety and community activities. And, in between meetings, you can keep current on what is happening by checking out the Auburn Block Club Facebook page www.Facebook.com/auburnblockclub and Tremont West’s new website at https://experiencetremont.com . For questions about the block club’s meetings or activities, please contact Block Club Co-Chairs, Kate O’Neil ([email protected]) and Jonathan Petrea ([email protected]) – or Community Involvement Manager, Scott Rosenstein, at Tremont West at 216.575.0920 ext. 106 or e-mail [email protected]. . The next meeting is scheduled for October Monday, October 21st - 6:30 pm at Rose Mary Center (corner of W. 14th Street & Kenilworth).

Central TremontThe Central Tremont Block Club gathered on Monday, September 9, 2019 at the Polish Veterans Alliance. On the agenda was a review of an elevation on Tremont Avenue and the block club voted to approve. The next block club meeting will he held on Monday, October 7th at 6:30pm at the Polish Alliance Hall (2234 Professor Avenue). For more information on the block club and its activities, please contact Co-chairs Jeffery Buysse ([email protected]) or Julie Goulis ([email protected]). Information can also be found on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CentralTremont.

Duck IslandThe Duck Island Block Club met on Tuesday, September 3rd at Forest City Brewery. Lt. Michael Betley came to talk about safety concerns in the neighborhood. 44 cadets will be graduating in mid-September and a portion of those will be assigned to the Second District. LED lights and cameras are being installed in various parts of the city. They have the ability to light up an area if there’s an incident. A representative from Tri-C came to talk about the tax levy renewal that will be on the ballot in November. Tri-C was formed through a voter-approved levy in 1963. There are currently 51,000 students attending, and Tri-C 2nd highest bond rating for a college in the state. 48% of funding comes from tax revenue, and it is the most affordable college in the State of Ohio. The renewal levy with a .4 mil increase will be less costly to tax payers than a replacement levy. A question was asked about what the extra 20% will be put towards, and while there will be no additional programs, they will continue to prioritize what will be funded. The Chair asked if there were any objections to voting for the logos next month, as the turnout for the meeting was on the low side. Logos will be used for t-shirts, cozies, magnets, etc., as well as flags for light poles and signs for the entrances to the neighborhood. Resident Philip Major presented the plan for adding a garage to his home, and some questions were asked about the design, particularly whether the garage entrance could be moved to the side or the back of the lot. DIGS Committee Report: The annual Party in the Park had about 100 people, Elaine Borawski wanted to thank Carolyn, Molly, Elizabeth and Melanie from the planning committee. The state of the event planning may be at the point where the party planning can be done by a separate committee from DIGS. Elaine asked whether there was still interest in periodically cleaning the alleyway between W 20th St and Columbus Ave. There was enthusiasm for continuing to clean it up. The next DIGS meeting will be scheduled for early October. A quick speech was made about

maintaining congeniality among neighbors and communicating directly with neighbors to maintain relationships when problems arise, rather than immediately reaching out to City Departments. For more information on the block club and its activities, please contact Chair, Milton Lorring ([email protected]) & Co-Chair Rick Warren ([email protected]) or Scott at Tremont West ([email protected]) – 216.575.0920 ext. 106. Please join us for our next meeting on Tuesday, October 1st, 6:30pm at Forest City Brewery! Bring a neighbor and join us!

Holmden Buhrer Rowley/ Mentor Castle ClarkHBR-MCC gathered on Wednesday, September 4th. Lt. Betley addressed the Block Club with a general safety update. The City is planning on installing LED lights/cameras at locations TBD around the City. Brightness can be adjusted if residents have concerns. A resident noted that she has noticed individuals cutting through the BP at the corner of W. 14th and Clark in order to avoid construction. A representative from Tri-C was present to discuss their ongoing programming and an upcoming levy renewal and upgrade which will be on the ballot. Tri-C is a voter friendly campus and has non-partisan information available and to assist with looking up information. Programs discussed were Workforce Certificates, Veterans, and Women in Transition, Encore, and Cultural events and Traditional Studies. Block Club members discussed the W. 11th Street traffic pattern and next steps. It was determined that the group should move forward in discussing with councilman and a city engineer to determine next steps and potential to a survey of the area traffic. The “Bridging the Gap” project was discussed and a group of Block Club members is meeting to discuss re-engaging Sherwin Williams and to try to finalize costs and paint decisions for the painting of the bridge. Announcements made related to the upcoming Tremont Arts and Culture Fest which has free admission. The next formal block club meeting will resume on Wednesday, October 2nd at 6:30pm at Pozo Studio. To learn more about our block clubs and their activities, find us on Facebook or contact MCC Co-Chairs Josh Wright ([email protected]),Beverly Wurm ([email protected]), HBR Co-Chair Angelica Pozo ([email protected]) or Dharma Valentin, Community and Equity Organizer – [email protected] – 216.575.0920 ext. 102.

Irishtown Bend The block club meets quarterly, so no meetings scheduled in August or September. Our first and organizing block club Chair, Shawn Kenney moved to DC recently for a new job. Shawn has done so much work for our block club and we are truly grateful. Best Wishes, Shawn on the new job opportunity. You will be missed! Visit often! For more information on our block club and its activities, please check out our Facebook page – or contact Block Club Chair, Jenny Rodriguez at [email protected] or Scott at Tremont West, 216.575.0920 ext. 106, [email protected]. Please join us for the next meeting of the Irishtown Bend Block Club on Wednesday October 9th at 6:30pm at Hoopples.

Metro NorthOn the schedule for the late August meeting: Safety Concerns with Community Services Officers, Housing Proposals from Eric Lutzo of Sotre Properties for conversion of existing 2-family residence to 3 family at 2326 Althen and the propsed 3283-3285 W. 23rd Place home construction, along with Upcoming Fall Events. Also, remember the monthly Community Meetings sponsored by Ward 14 Councilwoman Jasmin Santana – every fourth Thursday of the month, 6:30-7:30pm at the Family Ministry Center (3389 Fulton Road). Next Ward 14 meeting is Thursday, October 24th! For questions about the block club or its’ activities, please contact Metro North Chair, Sue Krosel or Scott at Tremont West, 216.575.0920 X106, scottrosenstein@tremontwest. Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22nd, 6:30pm at the ground floor meeting room of St. Michael Church. Please join us!

North of LiteraryThe North of Literary Block Club joined in the celebration of our annual Summer BBQ on Tuesday, August 20th. Around 40 adults and children attended – and a great time was had by all! Many thanks to our hosts, Eric and Briana Ishida, for opening up their lawn and home to us – and for their very gracious hospitality. Many thanks as well to Chris Roy, our Grill Master. Great job, Chris! Thanks as well to all who attended and all who brought food and beverages to share. Fall is a busy time for Tremont activities. We took a short break in September and did not hold a business meeting. We will gather again in October, and have invited the Metroparks and the Towpath Trail folks to update us on progress and construction timing. For more information on our block club and activities, please check out our Facebook page, or contact Co-Chairs, Chris Roy ([email protected]) or Kyle Poney ([email protected]) or Community Involvement Manager, Scott Rosenstein at Tremont West at 216-575-0920ext. 106 ([email protected]). Please join us for our next

Block Club Happenings“Block Club Happenings” is compiled by Tremont West staff with direct input from Block Clubs.

meeting on Tuesday, October 15th, 6:30pm. We look forward to seeing you!

South of JeffersonSouth of Jefferson Block Club held its meeting on Tuesday, September 10th at Post 58. Sgt. Phil McClain of the 2nd District Community Services Unit introduced himself. He is replacing Sgt. Tim Maffo-Judd who was promoted to Lieutenant. Sgt. McClain provided some safety updates and noted several recent robberies in the area that are being investigated. He also provided a brief overview on the importance of filing a police report when a crime occurs, even the smaller things, even if you think nothing will come of it. Statistics are being generated from those police reports to guide police deployment decisions. If crimes are not reported, the department doesn’t officially know about it and will move resources to areas where issues are being formally reported. (As a side note, when you file a report, you are to receive a report number at that time. If the Officer refuses or states it is not available, politely insist, and take their name and report it to Chad Biggers, TWDC Safety Coordinator. The Commander wants to know if/when this is happening!) A representative from Tri-C promoted their upcoming levy renewal initiative. The levy provides 25% of the college’s operating budget and maintains tuition affordability. Plans were presented for a new construction single family home on Thurman Ave. As this project was not formally on this month’s meeting agenda, and required notifications to adjacent and neighboring properties were not able to be made as required by this block club’s by-laws, a vote was not taken at this time. The project will be officially considered in October. Efforts continue for the Lucky Park Mural. Deb Smith is still waiting on the St. Theodosius Church Council to be able to hear the project presentation seeking their approval as property owner. TWDC Executive Director Cory Riordan has encouraged the Council to make time for this request. Monthly park clean-ups continue the 3rd Tuesday of each month (early evening). The block club’s annual School Supply Drive continues, with this year’s focus on Tremont Montessori’s gym class. Thanks to Tim Harrison for coordinating the effort. We thank Mendo Veloff for serving as the block club’s Ex-Officio Director for the past year. The block club will accept nominations for a new candidate in October. For more information on the block club and its activities, visit our Facebook page, and contact our Co-Chairs, Deb Smith at [email protected] and Greg Kobe at [email protected] or Community Involvement Manager Scott Rosenstein at Tremont West – 216.575.0920 ext. 106. Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 8th, 6:30PM at Post 58 (Professor Ave), 2nd floor. All are welcome to join us.

Tremont Arts & Cultural FestivalThe Festival was held on Saturday and Sunday, September 28th & 29th in Tremont’s Lincoln Park. For an update on this year’s wonderful Festival, please see updates in the November issue of Inside Tremont along with photos. The Tremont Festival will return to Lincoln Park on Saturday & Sunday, September 19th & 20th, 2020. Visit www.tremontartsfestival.com for more information. Of Note: this was the second year for the special four-year series: Focus on the Artists – which spotlights and celebrates minority and under-represented artists that contribute greatly to our community and NE Ohio. The inaugural year of the series, 2018, featured Sin Fronteras/Beyond Borders: Celebrating Latino Visual and Performing Artists in Cleveland and NE Ohio to wide acclaim. This year’s spotlight also included LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) artists in a special Freedom and Love: 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising exhibition featuring special galleries for the series’ Established and Emerging LGBT Artists. We also welcomed the return of Sin Fronteras/Beyond Borders: Celebrating Latino Visual and Performing Artists in Cleveland and NE Ohio. Thanks to our program presenters: Merrick House, Tremont West Development, Young Latino Network, Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center, AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland, and the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. The Festival’s focus has always been on diversity; however, this series is about populations of artists. The artwork needs to meet standards of artistic excellence, but there is no specific topic or theme for the artwork. We’re focusing on the people creating the art. Similar formats will be followed for African/African-American/Afro-Caribbean and Middle Eastern visual and performing artists in 2020 and 2021 respectively. For more info on the special series and the 2020 Festival, contact Scott Rosenstein, Tremont Festival Manager at [email protected].

Fellow Tremont neighbors, the last market of 2019 is October 8th. We were fortunate this year to have overall good weather and quality vendors for most of our run. There were a few days when there was admittedly less than ideal weather and we did not achieve some of our goals, but overall I am happy to have been a part of this 14th year of the TFM. Please allow me to thank everyone who made this year happen. First I would like to say thanks to the customers who came week after week to support local farmers, local business and local enterprise. Without you we have no purpose. And to the many great vendors who ‘trudged thru’ even when skies were grey and rain was falling, even though some days were chilly or much too hot, they showed up, set up and did their best to provide the neighborhood a variety of not only fresh produce but also meat, prepared foods, interesting products, art and other things every week. We thank them for their commitment to Tremont and the market. Thanks also to the vendors who came and ‘gave it a try,’ who may not have stayed the entire year but had enough faith in our neighborhood and market to at least be with us for a short while. To all of TWDC, its members, board and staff for supporting the market in so many ways. I would especially like to thank the (very patient) Angelica Pozo who worked with me all season and did so much that needed to be done and to our summer intern assistant, Maria Sharp, who contributed much to the market during her short tenure. Thanks to the many musicians who performed at this years market. They provided free music in the park every Tuesday all summer long, we sincerely hope we brought a few smiles to our guests. Thanks to Prosperity Social Club who sponsored the Music Stage, as well as all of those who supported the market this year by their general sponsorships.

There were many goals I wanted to achieve this year, some were met and honestly some were not. I have learned in life to aim high and if one misses the mark sometimes on the first try it is better not to be disillusioned but to simply just go forward and try again. What was not achieved this year may be attainable next year. Lastly I know there is always a better way. There is always room to improve. Perhaps there should be changes to the Tremont Farmers Market, our community is why it exists, our community input should steer it forward. I encourage your input as we end the 14th year and plan on year 15 in 2020. Feel free to send a suggestion to [email protected]. Again, Thank you for an opportunity to help. Hope to be seeing you

Another Season of Tremont Farmers Market Comes to a Close October 8th

around the neighborhood. - Bob Holcepl, 2019 TFM manager.

Inside Tremont

Welcome Mirdinara Mirdinara Pop-Up Gallery is located in the Paul Duda Gallery Building at 2342 Professor Avenue, until February 2020, Dinara Mirtalipova is an folklorist (or a self taught artist), who was born and raised in the Soviet Uzbekistan. She discovered art only after graduating from college where she studied computer science. For several years Dinara worked at American Greetings, at first as a part time associate doing mostly technical job, and eventually making her way to the design studio where she was part of Hand Lettering Team. She left when her daughter Sabrina was born as she wanted to spend more time with her little daughter and explore working from home. At the moment Dinara paints from her home studio in Sagamore Hills, Ohio. She uses mostly gouache on paper and loves to play with new mediums and new techniques. She has collaborated with various brands and has published more than a dozen books. In her spare time Dinara likes to paint on canvas and studies printmaking. In August 2019 Dinara and her husband Sherzod Makhsimov have decided to open a temporary Pop-Up Gallery, renting a small space from their friends Paul Duda and Simon Peng. The gallery is open on Friday and Saturday nights until February 2020. Visitors will have options to explore original paintings, as well as archival artprints, books and other merchandise. You can see and purchase their items online as well at: mirdinara.com/shop.

WHEN: Wednesday Oct. 23rd

6:00 pm—7:30 pm

WHERE: Forest City Brewery

2135 Columbus Road

Join us for a community gathering to discuss Ward 3 community concerns in Ohio City, Tremont, and Duck Island.

Hear from Ward 3 Councilman Kerry McCormack, Chad Biggers—Community Safety Organizer in Ohio City and Tremont, as well as representatives from the Second

District, your community, and the City.

Contact Chad Biggers at [email protected] or (216) 375-4840 with any questions

Visit NearWestSafety.org for more Community Safety information and resources!

Proposed Side Yards:

The City Planning Commission passed several small code changes that went in to effect in July 2019. The goals of the changes were to: 1) Produce better outcomes by‐right in the neighborhoods; 2) Reduce permitting time for new construction and rehab; and 3) Clarify clunky language in the zoning code.

The result of this will be less projects that fit the current context of the neighborhood to require variances at the Board of Zoning Appeals. There will still be variances for rear yards, lot sizes and overall building area that will still be needed but moderate sized houses on conforming lots will be allowed by right.

Where applicable Min. distance to property

line

Aggregate width ofside yards

Min. distance between main buildings on adjoining lots

A. One Family ½ height of main building or min. 10’

No requirement 10’

B. Two Family 3’ 6’ 6’ C. Multi‐

Family One or Two

family Building 3’ 6’ 6’

Multi‐Family Building

7’ 14’ 10’

D. All other Residence Districts

5’ 10’ 10’

E. All other Districts

Abutting a Residence District

7’

No requirement 10’

Abutting all other

Districts 0’ 0’

City of Cleveland Passes Changes to

Zoning Code

The City Planning Commission passed several small code changes that went in to effect in July 2019. The goals of the changes were to:

1. Produce better outcomes by-right in the neighborhoods;

2. Reduce permitting time for new construction and rehab; and

3. Clarify clunky language in the zoning code.

The result of this will be less projects that fit the current context of the neighborhood to require variances at the Board of Zoning Appeals. There will still be variances for rear yards, lot sizes and overall building area that will still be needed but moderate sized houses on conforming lots will be allowed by right.

Block Club MeetingsDuck IslandHolmden-Buhrer-RowleyMentor-Castle-ClarkCentral TremontSouth of JeffersonIrishtown BendNorth of LiteraryAuburn-Lincoln ParkMetro North

Other Committee MeetingsTremont West Economic Development Cmt. 2nd District Police Community RelationsTremont West Safety Cmt. Tremont West Ad Hoc Arts CommitteeTremont West Board of DirectorsTremont History ProjectTremont West Ad Hoc Fundraising Cmt.Tremont West Nominating CommitteeTremont West Finance Cmt.Friends of Clark FieldCleveland Lions Club (Dinner Included)Tremont West Governance CommitteeTremont GardenersFriends of Tremont School

10/1 at Forest City Brewery @ 6:30 pm10/2 at Pozo’s Studio @ 6:30pm10/2 at Pozo’s Studio @ 6:30pm10/7 at Post 1 (2234 Professor) @ 6:30pm10/8 at Post 58 @ 6:30pm10/9 at Hoopples @ 6:30pm10/15 at Post 1 (2234 Professor) @ 6:30pm10/21 at Rose Mary (2346 W 14) @ 6:30 pm10/24 at St. Michael’s Meeting Room @ 6:30pm

10/3 at South Branch Library @ 6:30pm10/8 at Applewood Center @ 7pm10/9 at TWDC Conference Room @ 6:30pm TBD.10/17 at South Branch Library @ 6:30pm10/19 at Jefferson Library @ 10amTBD.TBD.Meets Bi-Monthly. Call TWDC for next meeting.TBD. Please call Bev at 310-6810.TBATBD.TBD. Please call Cory, 216-575-0920, ext. 101

S p e c i a l E v e n t sTremont Farmers Market

Tuesdays in Lincoln Park, 4-7pm through October 8thSaint Michael’s Holy Name Society

Our Lady of Fatima Rosary on Saturday, October 5th, 2pm in Lincoln Park (All are welcome.)

Blessing of the Animals at Pilgrim ChurchSaturday, October 5th, 2pm (See ad above.)

Ward 3 Community MeetingWednesday, October 23rd, 6pm at Forest City Brewery

(See at on page 7.)Blazing River Freedom Band

Saturday, October 5th, 7pm at Pilgrim Church(See above article.)

Hispanic Roundtable welcomes singer, José Feliciano to Convención Hispana

Saturday, October 5th, 9am-4pm at Max S. Hayes High School

Walkabout TremontFriday, October 11th, 5-10pm,

walkabouttremont.com (See p. 5.)Arts Renaissance Tremont

Sunday, October 13th, 3pm at Pilgrim Church(See ad and article on front page.)

Cleveland Public LibraryAll Cleveland Public Libraries now serve FREE

Meals to children 18 and under Monday through Friday from 3:30pm-4:30pm!

Tremont Think & Drink Book ClubMonday, October 14, 7pm at Prosperity

Ward 14 Community MeetingThurs., Oct. 24, 6pm at 3389 Fulton (See ad on p 3.)

Night at the Races benefi t for Near West RecWill be rescheduled for a later date.

Reaching Lincoln HeightsThursday, October 15th, 6pm at South Branch Library

(See ad on front page.)

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Blessing of the AnimalsPilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ

October 5, 2019, 2:00 PM All are invited to bring your pet(s) to the front steps of Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ at 2592 W. 14th Street for a blessing. The short service will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Each animal will receive a “God Bless my Pet” medal collar tag. Cats and other small creatures tend to be happier in carriers. If your animal companion has passed away, feel free to bring a photo or just bring them in your heart. Animal blessings are commonly conducted in the month of October near St. Francis of Assisi feast day because of the way St. Francis cherished all God’s creatures.

Blazing River Freedom Band: G is for Geek

Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 7 PM – 9 PM

Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ2592 W 14th St, Cleveland, Ohio 44113

Get your geek on as Blazing River Freedom Band, Cleveland’s only LGBTQ+ and ally concert/marching band, presents a tribute to TV shows, movies, and video games.

Join BRFB as they perform themes from your favorite fandoms! Selections include Doctor Who, Harry Potter, and Pokemon, among others.

Geeky shirts or family-friendly cosplay are encouraged.

All are welcome; $10 suggested cash donation at the door.

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TremontMeansJobs for daily job postings in Tremont and the surrounding area. You can

receive a weekly list of all job postings, including a link to apply to all 40 employers in

Steelyard Commons, by subscribing to the Tremont West e-newsletter.

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New Wayfi nding Signage Arrives in Tremont Thanks to Destination Cleveland

As stated in Tremont West’s Tremont Towpath Integration Plan, Tremont West invited Destination Cleveland to install their wayfi nding signage throughout Tremont to welcome our new visitors coming on the Towpath Trail. For about a month you have seen little yellow boxes fi xed to the sidewalk throughout the neighborhood. These boxes are now host to the wayfi nding signs. In 2012, Destination Cleveland began working with Applied Wayfi nding out of London, England to produce the Wayfi nding Master Plan for Downtown Cleveland. In 2015, 4 prototype signs were installed and tested, and in 2016, 54 signs installed in Downtown Cleveland and 4 at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. In that same year, signage was integrated into University Circle, GCRTA’s HealthLine, as well as Destination Cleveland’s publications and digitally at map.thisiscleveland.com. For those that haven’t seen the signs around the city, this wayfi nding program utilizes a heads-up mapping system, which allows the viewer to see what is in front of them. In 2018, Destination Cleveland began working with various neighborhoods to install the wayfi nding signage. As a result, signs were installed in the Detroit Shoreway, Shaker Square and the Van Aken District. We are excited to welcome 7 signs to Tremont this year. An additional sign will be installed after the completion of the Towpath

Stage 4 sometime in 2021. This wayfi nding program is a huge investment in Tremont from our partner, Destination Cleveland. We truly appreciate their support in bringing this new resource to the neighborhood.

St. Augustine Elementary School Reunion (for all former staff and students)

The reunion will be held on Sunday, October 13, 2019 at St. Augustine Church,

2486 W. 14th Street. The day will begin with Mass at 10 AM followed by brunch and fellowship

and plenty of memories. The cost is $15 per person.

For more information contact Bob Duda at (216) 781-5530 x 31 or email [email protected].

RTA Public MeetingsRTA is beginning the last phase of the System

Redesign and Fare Equity studies. The Community Meetings will be the fi nal opportunity for you to

share your input regarding the proposed redesigned bus system and fare study conclusions. The input

received during this fi nal round of meetings will have a signifi cant impact on the future of our

region’s Public Transit system. Meetings are taking place during the month of October including:

Monday October 7th, 2pm at the Tower City Rapid Station & on Saturday, October 12th, 10:30am at

Michael Zone Rec CenterVisit www.riderta.com/

pillarstudies#communitymeetings for more info.

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