This month’s speaker will be Kellie Copeland, Executive Director of Pro-Choice Ohio–she will speak on Issue 1 and messaging, and we are stoked to welcome her back! The general election will be uber important and we all need great and diverse ways to parle our message for freedom and the greater good!
October 31, 8:30 pm: Deadline for applications by mail for an Vote-by-Mail/Absentee ballot to be mailed
November 5: Voting in-person at the Board of Elections ends at 5:00 pm
November 6: All Vote-by-Mail/Absentee ballots mailed anywhere in the U.S. must be postmarked on or before this date and received at the Board of Elections on or before Nov 11 in order to be counted
November 7, 6:30 am – 7:30 pm : Election Day – Provisional voting at the Board of Elections. All Vote-by-Mail/Absentee ballots returned in person must be received the Board of Elections by 7:30 to be counted.
Please refer to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website HERE for more information and FAQs
Our friend Amanda Martin is making VOTE YES IN NOVEMBER buttons and bumper magnets–click on the link HERE to pre-order and support her efforts!! Thank you Amanda!!!
Please consider helping our friend Troy with a Literature Drop in Fairview Park! Your help is needed in Fairview Park to help elect Democrats that support pro-choice! Please sign up Today! These will be walkable houses in Fairview Park. You’ll be delivering Door Hangers to Democrats and Independent Voters. If you’re available at other times please let me know. Thank you, Troy 216-299-7661
Please consider attending this great event and supporting our friends at the Rocky River Public Library!! Please click the image for more information!!
STOP SB 83 – The Higher Education Destruction Act—STOP restrictions on DEI programs and training!STOP restrictions on race and gender-based programs & policies!STOP restrictions on worker rights! STOP racist attacks on the AAPI community!TAKE ACTION HERE
Why is Cleveland Browns stadium a hot topic now? Browns’ owners, Jimmy and Dee Haslam, are saying they want a better stadium by the time the Browns’ lease for the current lakefront stadium expires in 2028. Secret negotiations are underway between the Haslams and city, county, and state officials about the scope of the project…click on the link above to learn more!
Kellie Copeland, Exec Director of Pro-Choice Ohio to speak on Issue 1 and messaging and we are stoked to welcome her back! The general election will be uber important and we all need great and diverse ways to parle our message for freedom and the greater good!
Join ODWC members throughout Ohio for Telephone Tuesdays every week from 5:30-7:30PM as we put in the hard work to ensure the Reproductive Freedom constitutional amendment passes this November!
Never made calls to voters before? No worries, you’re in good hands! At the outset of a phonebank, we’ll receive training on how to make phone calls using a dialer. Then, we’ll pivot right into making calls to voters!
Kellie Copeland, Exec Director of Pro-Choice Ohio to speak on Issue 1 and messaging and we are stoked to welcome her back! The general election will be uber important and we all need great and diverse ways to parle our message for freedom and the greater good!
Important Dates!
November 7, 2023 General Election
October 10: Voter Registration Closes
October 11: Opening of In-Person and Vote-by-Mail (Absentee voting)
October 31, 8:30 pm: Deadline for applications by mail for an Vote-by-Mail/Absentee ballot to be mailed
November 5: Voting in-person at the Board of Elections ends at 5:00 pm
November 6: All Vote-by-Mail/Absentee ballots mailed anywhere in the U.S. must be postmarked on or before this date and received at the Board of Elections on or before Nov 11 in order to be counted
November 7, 6:30 am – 7:30 pm : Election Day – Provisional voting at the Board of Elections. All Vote-by-Mail / Absentee ballots returned in person must be received the Board of Elections by 7:30 to be counted.
Events
Learn More about HB 197: The Ohio Community Solar Pilot Program
Join Solar United Neighbors, the Coalition for Community Solar Access and Green Energy Ohio for a webinar on House Bill 197.
On August 14, Citizens Not Politicians launched a citizen initiative to thwart gerrymandering by putting voters in charge. This past Wednesday, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost identified nine issues in the petition summary that his office believes are confusing and vague, misleading, or inaccurate—and so he declined to certify the summary and sent the campaign back to the drawing board. It is common for initial petition language to be rejected at least once.
We will discuss the Citizens Not Politicians Amendment and ways to get involved in the effort to take mapmaking out of the hands of elected officials and place it in the hands of an independent citizens redistricting commission.
The next Fair Districts All Volunteer Huddle is on September 13 at 6:00 pm
This will be a great time to learn more about the policy and process, and the different ways you will be able to help with this important effort.
September 2, 2023 What would it be like if you had to be uprooted from your community? Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community Musings by Patrick J. O’Connor [email protected]
What would it be like if you had to say good bye to your neighbors because your neighborhood is going to be torn down?
What would it be like if you had to leave your friends behind? Friends you’ve known and loved for years, for decades.
This is exactly what our neighbors are facing who call Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community their home.
They do not own the land where their homes are located. But does that disqualify their voices from the conversation?
Presently, the deed is held by the Western Reserve Land Conservancy (WRLC). As reported by Plain Dealer and cleveland.com writer Stephen Litt, “The conservancy bought the property for $5.8 million in 2021 from a subsidiary of Dallas-based Moore Enterprises, which previously announced it would sell to the highest bidder. The triangle-shaped property, located north of Lakeshore Boulevard, was once part of the popular Euclid Beach Amusement Park, which operated on the site and on adjacent parcels, from 1895 to 1969. (Plain Dealer July 11, 2023)
It’s an open secret that the Western Reserve Land Conservancy bought the property with the intention of turning it over to the Metroparks, like they did several years ago with Acacia Country Club in Lyndhurst.
This ‘straw’ purchase of Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community by WRLC is intended to save the Metroparks from doing the dirty work of evicting the residents. More to the point, it avoids accountability under the Uniform Relocation Act (URA) that requires adherence to standards to resettle people by entities that have received federal funding, like the Metroparks.
With these considerations in mind, it’s worth noting that an important develop has taken place.
The Mandel Foundation has awarded the Western Reserve Land Conservancy a $10M grant, $6.2 million is earmarked to assist residents living in the 124 occupied mobile homes that remain in the community. The money will not be evenly divided, but will be distributed on a case-by-case basis.
That’s the crux of the matter. Why? Instead of working with the Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community, the Mandel Foundation is telling the Western Reserve Land Conservancy to deploy a divide and conquer strategy. This is not a path to a fair and equitable resolution, especially if the Western Reserve Land Conservancy wants to abide by the Unified Relocation Act (URA).
The Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community is united. They are organized and their voices are united. With the help of the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH), they have formed the United Residents of Euclid Beach (UREB).
The Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community wants to preserve their neighborhood, their friendships, their community. For this reason they deserve an opportunity to present themselves as a community who wants to remain together.
Christopher Knestrick, executive director of the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH), said “the Mandel grants show that there’s enough money in Cleveland to make it possible for the residents to remain in the mobile homes, to rebuild the failing utilities in the community, and to pay off the land conservancy for its investment. The community has been clear that they don’t want to leave and they’ve come up with options [to stay] that haven’t been heard adequately,’’ Knestrick said. While he said the Mandel grant could provide tens of thousands of dollars to mobile home residents for relocation expenses, displacement is “a question of justice, not of payment.”
“What is the value of our homes, our livelihoods, the trauma, the pain of being torn from your home? What value does the community put on that?” Knestrick said. “There is no monetary value that can replace what a home means to a person. Or, I might offer, a community.” (Plain Dealer July 11, 2023)
The Metroparks Board of Commissioners and Administration have been exemplary stewards of our parks. It would be a shame if this history of noble and civic leadership should be sullied if the Metroparks did not exert their influence with the Western Reserve Land Conservancy in facilitating a just and equitable solution with our neighbors who call Euclid Beach Mobile Park Community their home.
The Commissioners are amenable to hearing from the community. Please share your concerns with them, either in writing or by phone or in person at the next Commissioners’ meeting on Thursday, September 21st at 8:00am.
Mr. Bruce G. Rinker President, Cleveland Metroparks Board of Commissioners Mr. Dan T. Moore Vice President, Cleveland Metroparks Board of Commissioners 4101 Fulton Parkway Cleveland, OH 44144 216-635-3200
We could not have done this without planning, organizing and getting the word out from Gretchen and Todd from Westlake, Misty from Bay Village and Troy from Fairview Park. We have some fantastic leadership in our community and we really appreciate it!
I think all the clubs agreed this was a great way to field candidates, get to know each other and continue the momentum of engagement that has been fostered in the West side of Cuyahoga county!
Please RSVP if you haven’t already! We are so excited to see you!
Join all the Westshore Clubs, Bay Village, Fairview Park, Westlake AND Rocky River for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable food, a lively political trivia game, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to hear from esteemed Democratic leaders including Chris Ronayne, Dave Brock, Dave Kuntz from Tri-C, a rep from the UAW, and a bevy of local candidates.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Memorial Hall, Don Umerley Civic Center 21016 Hilliard Blvd Rocky River, OH 44116
Highlights: Culinary Delights Lively Political Trivia Game 50/50 Raffle Insights from Democratic Leaders
Join all the Westshore Clubs, Bay Village, Fairview Park, Westlake AND Rocky River for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable food, a lively political trivia game, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to hear from esteemed Democratic leaders.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Memorial Hall, Don Umerley Civic Center 21016 Hilliard Blvd Rocky River, OH 44116
Highlights: Culinary Delights Lively Political Trivia Game 50/50 Raffle Insights from Democratic Leaders
The WESTSIDE blowout of the summer is next week! We can’t wait to see you!
Join all the Westshore Clubs, Bay Village, Fairview Park, Westlake AND Rocky River for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable food, a lively political trivia game, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to hear from esteemed Democratic leaders.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Memorial Hall, Don Umerley Civic Center 21016 Hilliard Blvd Rocky River, OH 44116
Highlights: Culinary Delights Lively Political Trivia Game 50/50 Raffle Insights from Democratic Leaders
Tri-C is really trying to engage young people to vote.
A few of their upcoming events for those who have kids who are new to voting!
Your Voice Matters – High School Voting Summit – at Tri-C on 9/15 – Open to all Cuyahoga County High Schools
The Summit will provide students with an in-depth look at the power of a vote. Community leaders will join the activities- including guest speaker City of Cleveland Ward 5 Councilman Richard Starr as he addresses Using Your Voice to Positively Change Your Community.
Designed as a full-day civic engagement event, we’ll focus on educating students on how to vote and using their voices to become confident voters. The event is targeting our next generation of voters and their role in making informed political decisions that impact the world.
When: Friday, September 15, 2023 Time: 8:00 am to 1:30 pm Where: Tri-C Metro Campus- Alex B. Johnson Campus Center- Conference Room MCC 201 2900 Community College Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 Food: Breakfast and Lunch will be provided Cost: Free
Registration: Our hope is that you will be able to confirm your school’s attendance by Friday, September 1, 2023 by completing this registration form.
Questions? Please contact – Yvonne Dortch, Voting Rights Coordinator; Cuyahoga County Department of Health and Human Services [email protected]
Campus Vote Project – Student Voting Summit – at Tri-C on 9/22
Join all the Westshore Clubs, Bay Village, Fairview Park,Westlake AND Rocky River for big fun! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable food, a lively political trivia game, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to hear from esteemed Democratic leaders.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Memorial Hall, Don Umerley Civic Center 21016 Hilliard Blvd Rocky River, OH 44116
Highlights: Culinary Delights Lively Political Trivia Game 50/50 Raffle Insights from Democratic Leaders
NOACA has organized a series of public input meetings for the NOACA Climate Action Plan, which is important work to help Northeast Ohio plan for climate change impacts, incorporate them into infrastructure and planning decisions, and position our region to qualify for climate mitigation funding.
This plan is very important and worthy of support. It not only will help our individual communities be more successful in our own efforts, but also helps our individual efforts be more successful by helping us to coordinate and scale up regionally. Alone, we can take meaningful action; together, we can make even greater strides.
Please attend and speak during public comment—and spread the word to others who can join you in supporting this plan. Below is a list of three remaining county-wide meetings and the Board Meeting.
Geauga County Tuesday, August 22 at 5:30 Federated Church Family Life Center Great Hall 16349 Chillicothe Rd. Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
Lakewood Wednesday, Aug 23 at 6:30 Lakewood City Hall Council Chambers 12650 Detroit Ave Lakewood, OH 44107
Medina County Thursday, August 24 at 5:30 University of Akron Medina Westfield Room 6300 Technology Lane Medina, OH 44256
Finally, the next NOACA Board meeting is as listed below. Favorable public comment will be helpful.
NOACA Board Meeting Friday, September 8 at 9 AM NOACA Offices 1299 Superior Av. Cleveland, OH 44114
Looking ahead to November and restoring reproductive freedom in Ohio!
Abortion is on the ballot! We collected petition signatures and defeated Issue 1’s power grab on democracy. Now we turn to November and restoring reproductive freedom for all Ohioans.
Join us as we hear from Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights and additional speakers about the road to November! Dr. Lauren Beene
Co-founder and Executive Director of Ohio Physicians for Reproductive Rights and co-leader of Protect Choice Ohio and Ohioans United for Reproductive Freedom
RSVP for the Westshore Democratic Clubs Summer Celebration
Join all the Westshore Clubs, Bay Village, Fairview Park,Westlake AND Rocky River for big fun! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable food, a lively political trivia game, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to hear from esteemed Democratic leaders.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Memorial Hall, Don Umerley Civic Center 21016 Hilliard Blvd Rocky River, OH 44116
Highlights: Culinary Delights Lively Political Trivia Game 50/50 Raffle Insights from Democratic Leaders
From the Facebook Post: We will be meeting 8/19/23 at 1:30 p.m. in West Shore UU’s parking lot, and at 2:00 p.m. we will march down Lakeview sidewalks to the RR Library to attend the Library’s Pride Fest held that day. Positive hand-held signs welcomed! Stickers, hand-held flags, and buttons will be offered @ West Shore beginning at 1:30 p.m.
And at the Library:
A family-friendly celebration of PRIDE in Rocky River for all in the LGBTQ+ community, their families, friends, allies, and neighbors! All with LOVE in their hearts are welcome to join us as a community as we connect, laugh, and celebrate with PRIDE!
NOACA has organized a series of public input meetings for the NOACA Climate Action Plan, which is important work to help Northeast Ohio plan for climate change impacts, incorporate them into infrastructure and planning decisions, and position our region to qualify for climate mitigation funding.
This plan is very important and worthy of support. It not only will help our individual communities be more successful in our own efforts, but also helps our individual efforts be more successful by helping us to coordinate and scale up regionally. Alone, we can take meaningful action; together, we can make even greater strides.
Please attend and speak during public comment—and spread the word to others who can join you in supporting this plan. Below is a list of three remaining county-wide meetings and the Board Meeting.
Geauga County Tuesday, August 22 at 5:30 Federated Church Family Life Center Great Hall 16349 Chillicothe Rd. Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
Lakewood Wednesday, Aug 23 at 6:30 Lakewood City Hall Council Chambers 12650 Detroit Ave Lakewood, OH 44107
Medina County Thursday, August 24 at 5:30 University of Akron Medina Westfield Room 6300 Technology Lane Medina, OH 44256
Finally, the next NOACA Board meeting is as listed below. Favorable public comment will be helpful.
NOACA Board Meeting Friday, September 8 at 9 AM NOACA Offices 1299 Superior Av. Cleveland, OH 44114
Looking ahead to November and restoring reproductive freedom in Ohio!
Abortion is on the ballot! We collected petition signatures and defeated Issue 1’s power grab on democracy. Now we turn to November and restoring reproductive freedom for all Ohioans.
Join us as we hear from Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights and additional speakers about the road to November! Dr. Lauren Beene
Co-founder and Executive Director of Ohio Physicians for Reproductive Rights and co-leader of Protect Choice Ohio and Ohioans United for Reproductive Freedom
And online meeting to with updates on the LEEDCO project to install offshore wind turbines in Lake Erie. Sold out right now, but if you are interested, we are trying to accommodate.
RSVP for the Westshore Democratic Clubs Summer Celebration
Join all the Westshore Clubs, Bay Village, Fairview Park,Westlake AND Rocky River for big fun! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable food, a lively political trivia game, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to hear from esteemed Democratic leaders.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Memorial Hall, Don Umerley Civic Center 21016 Hilliard Blvd Rocky River, OH 44116
Highlights: Culinary Delights Lively Political Trivia Game 50/50 Raffle Insights from Democratic Leaders
From the Facebook Post: We will be meeting 8/19/23 at 1:30 p.m. in West Shore UU’s parking lot, and at 2:00 p.m. we will march down Lakeview sidewalks to the RR Library to attend the Library’s Pride Fest held that day. Positive hand-held signs welcomed! Stickers, hand-held flags, and buttons will be offered @ West Shore beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Need to Recycle your Issue 1 Sign?
If you are a Rocky River resident, you can take your sign to the service garage at 22401 Lake Road. You can also take them to Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District Facility, located at 4750 E.131st St, Garfield Heights.
Thanks everyone who reached out to ask and for being good stewards of the environment!!
Current Candidate List for Rocky River
We’ve had a few requests for this information, so we thought we’d share!
