Intersections to receive new crosswalks, flashing beacons: Short Takes on Avon, Avon Lake and North Ridgeville

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Avon Lake, Ohio

Working in conjunction with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), the city will be installing high visibility crosswalks and rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) to increase pedestrian safety. Curb ramps that do not meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and adjacent sidewalks, will also be replaced. According to information posted by the city, the improvements will be made at the Walker/Armour roads, and Lear Road/Creekside Drive intersections.

Improvements will be made next summer at the Walker/Armour roads intersection including installing a high visibility crosswalk and rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) to increase pedestrian safety.

The project will consist of removing and replacing non-compliant curb ramps and adjacent sidewalks, and installing pavement markings and pedestrian signals. Traffic will be maintained in both directions during all phases of construction with the assistance of a flagger. All intersections will remain open with minimal interruptions to traffic.

Construction is slated to begin next summer (June) with an estimated cost of $140,000 paid by the city and ODOT (safety funds).

City officials are currently seeking public input regarding the project. Residents can send comments to Beth Fulton, 150 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, 44012 or via email at bfulton@avonlake.org. Deadline is Aug. 30.

AVON

Vendor game night: The Avon Garden Club is one of several local organizations sponsoring an outdoor (weather permitting) Vendor Game Night from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 25 at Klingshirn Winery, 33050 Webber Road, Avon Lake  The event will be a fun-filled night of shopping, games and wine with 16 local vendors supplying game prizes. There is a $20 donation per attendee. All proceeds benefit local non-profits including the Avon Garden Club, Avon Lake High School PTA, Parrot Hope Rescue, and University Hospitals EMC Auxiliary. Vendors include SassyFace T-shirts, Scentsy, ColorStreet Nails, Dog Treats by Kathy, Spk Esy Soaps and Bath Fizzes, Purses by Shandango, Finally Home Crafts, Homemade Candles & Melts, Art & Soul by Margo, Pampered Chef, Cheese Boards & Wine Tumblers, Confetti Biscotti, Cards by Suzie, Avon Thirty-One, Tastefully Simple, and LuLaRoe. For more information, call 440-933-6666.

Deli coming: Members of the city’s Planning Commission will vote this week (meeting is Aug. 17) to approve the site plan and recommend to city council to create a Special Use Permit for the construction of a McAlister’s Deli at 35355 Chester Road. The proposed 3,568-square-foot restaurant will also include an outdoor patio.

According to information posted on the restaurant’s website, nearly three decades ago a dentist from Oxford, Mississippi had a vision to turn an abandoned movie-set diner into a small neighborhood restaurant and gathering place. The first McAlister’s opened in 1989. The menu features sandwiches, spuds and salads, as well as  the favorite McAlister’s Sweet Tea. Today, more than 400 restaurants are open in 28 states, including a location in North Olmsted. For more information, go to mcalistersdeli.com.

In other Planning Commission news, Renew CLE is planning to construct a 3,143-square-foot office building at 37060 Colorado Avenue. The building will include a showroom and work space. For more information, go to renewcle.com.

Case Road opens: After months of construction to replace the bridge near Otten Road, Case Road is now open near the North Ridgeville border.

Dean’s list: Michelle Zhang was named to the Dean’s list at Tufts University (Medford, Mass.).

AVON LAKE

Harvest helpers: Drop-in to help harvest produce and pull weeds from Mary’s Children’s Garden at 5 p.m. Aug. 23 or Aug. 30 at the Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd. Take home what you harvest or the library will donate it to Avon/Avon Lake Community Resource Services.

Jobs available: Ohio Means Jobs will host office hours at the Avon Lake Public Library (ALPL), 32649 Electric Blvd. from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 6. Lorain County Workforce Development Agency staff will be at the ALPL on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Staff will also maintain a board of job postings in the library. Guests can walk up, or make an appointment. The OhioMeansJobs Lorain County One-Stop system is a partnership of local organizations. For more information, go to ohiomeansjobs.com/lorain.

Fire academy: The Avon Lake Fire Department is offering residents, and those employed in the city, an opportunity to learn about fire department operations during a Citizens Fire Academy. The program will take place on Thursday nights 6 to 9 p.m. beginning Sept. 22 at the Avon Lake Fire Station, 32811 Walker Road. Participants must be at least 17 years of age or older. Space is limited. For more information or to apply, contact the fire department by calling 440-933-8305 or email info@AvonLakeFire.org

NORTH RIDGEVILLE

Coffee chat: Join Mayor Kevin Corcoran for his monthly Coffee & Conversation with Mayor from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Aug. 24 in council chambers at city hall, 7307 Avon Belden Road.

Coffee shop coming: Ryan Mann, representing the Shops on Center Ridge, LLC, recently presented plans to the city’s Planning Commission (Aug. 9) for the proposed development of the vacant lot east of Blue Falls Car Wash (34564 Center Ridge Road). The 2.4 acre lot would be developed in two phases. Mann explained during the meeting that the first phase would be for the construction of the drive-thru coffee establishment, Scooter’s Coffee. He described the project as a 700-square-foot structure with no seating inside. He explained that phase two would be developing the area between Scooter’s Coffee and Blue Falls Car Wash as possibly a quick service restaurant.

This would be the first Scooter’s Coffee location in Ohio. Founded in 1998, Scooter’s Coffee co-founders Don and Linda Eckles opened their first drive-thru coffeehouse in Bellevue, Nebraska. Menu offerings include coffee, iced coffees, blended drinks, smoothies, teas, breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos, cookies, and muffins. For more information, go to scooterscoffee.com.

LORAIN COUNTY

Distinguished leader nominations: Leadership Lorain County is currently accepting nominations for distinguished leaders for the 2023 Difference Makers Gala on Feb. 17, 2023. The annual Gala honors individuals and an organization that have demonstrated remarkable leadership, while making a significant impact on the community.

For a complete list of criteria for the Eric Nord Award for Excellence in Community Leadership and Awards for Excellence in Leadership, and the Emerald Award, go to leadershiploraincounty.com. Deadline for nominations Sept. 2. A selection committee will be meeting after the deadline to select the award recipients. For more information contact Julie Cruz Blair at 440-281-8535 or director@leadershiploraincounty.com.

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