Shalersville

A dedication for the new Veterans Point will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Shalersville Park. This marks a major milestone in the township’s ongoing efforts to honor local veterans and enhance community spaces. 

Several Shalersville residents voiced their concern about the data center proposal Aug. 4 at a township trustees meeting. A moratorium remains in place, and no application for a data center has been submitted at this time.

Several township residents expressed disappointment regarding the condition of two homes located in the Red Fox development. One of the properties mentioned is in the process of repossession, which may affect the timeline for improvements.

A township resident raised concerns about Amazon, UPS and landscape companies stopping and parking in the roadway, creating hazards and making it difficult for motorists to pass safely.

She also reported four-wheelers driving on Cooley Road, contributing to safety and nuisance concerns.

A box culvert located at the corner of Diagonal Road and Frost Road is in need of repair. Township Trustee Frank Ruehr is meeting with the Portage County engineer to review the culvert, which is situated near gas, water and sewer lines, requiring careful coordination.

Several Shalersville residents expressed frustration that state Route 303 was chip sealed. Because 303 is a state route, maintenance decisions are made by the state of Ohio, not the township.

Bio-Med is moving from its site at the corner of state Route 303 and state Route 44. The township is actively seeking a new tenant(s). The school building will be available in the summer of 2027, opening potential opportunities for redevelopment.

City of Ravenna

The Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce “Vet Fest” 250 Year Celebration for veterans’ families and guests will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Ravenna VA Clinic at 6751 N. Chestnut St. This kid-friendly event will include live music, food and drinks.

The chamber’s Annual Golf Outing will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28, at Windmill Lakes Golf Course at 6544 state Route 14. The event includes:

• 18 holes of golf and cart
• Hot lunch
• Beverages
• Steak dinner
• Swag bag
• 50/50
• Lots of prizes and contests

To register and for sponsorships, go to ravennaareachamber.com or email ryann@ravennaareachamber.com.

The Community Cup Challenge will be Friday, Aug. 28; Tuesday, Sept. 1; Thursday, Sept. 3; and Saturday, Sept. 5, at Chestnut Hills Park, City Park and Sun Beau. The Community Cup Challenge brings local businesses and organizations together for friendly competition, community pride and a whole lot of fun, from pickleball to archery to golf to disc golf to tug of war and more. Awards are based on participation and involvement, making this an event designed for everyone, not just athletes. For sponsorships and more information, visit ravennaareachamber.com or https://www.ravennaoh.gov/departments/parks-recreation/.

The chamber’s third annual hiring event will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 15 at Reed Memorial Library at 167 E. Main St. No cost to participate. Lunch provided.    

Ravenna Township

Two road projects in Ravenna Township will begin soon and should be completed by the end of September:

• Paving in the Forest Ridge development by Perrin Asphalt at a cost of $173,044.
• Chip-and-seal on Fairhill Drive, Hodgson Road, Longfield Road and Susan Road by Ronyak Paving at a cost of $45,983.

The American Red Cross will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, at the Ravenna Township meeting hall at 6145 S. Spring Street. The blood drive is sponsored by the township trustees.  

Aurora

The Aurora Chamber of Commerce David M. Benjamin Memorial Golf Outing will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Tanglewood Golf Club at 8745 Tanglewood Trl. in Chagrin Falls. The $175 fee includes 18 holes, plus cart, lunch, dinner, drinks, contests, prizes and more. Register now at allaboutaurora.com.

The Aurora Chamber Summer After Hour Series continues with “Liberty & Libations” from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, at The Curated Cottage at 311 E. Garfield Rd. Sip local, connect local and celebrate America 250.

The Avantor Bloodmobile will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28, at Avantor at 220 Lena Dr.

Aurora City Council approved a contract with RJK Roofing for a new roof on City Hall at a cost of $95,150.

Council approved a contract with ClearSpan at a cost of $34,126 to repair one of the city’s two salt domes.

Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin’s administration had recommended that the city of Aurora enter into a contract with Capitol Consulting Group at a cost of $60,000 to help the city secure state and federal grants for capital projects such as its new park and the Aurora Trail. City Council approved the administration’s recommendation.

The mayor’s administration is requesting to repair a 1999 fire engine used as backup at a cost of $40,000.

“It’s an important fire engine,” Womer Benjamin said. “It’s still in fairly good condition.”

Womer Benjamin’s administration is requesting that longtime Parks and Recreation employee Josh Famageltto be promoted to the position of parks coordinator. Famageltto would focus mainly on the new Aurora Park that is being built.   

“Josh has been a great employee and is the leading candidate for this position,” Womer Benjamin said.

The 9/11 memorial program will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, at Sunny Lake Park’s memorial garden.

On Sunday, Sept. 13, Aurora’s classic car show will be from 1 to 3 p.m. at Sunny Lake Park. Vehicles need to be registered at noon. Free to both participate and attend.

City employees and council members will be manning the concession stand on Friday, Sept. 18, at the Greenmen’s Homecoming game against Suburban League American Conference rival Twinsburg.

“People should stop by and say hello,” Womer Benjamin said.