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Thank you Columbia residents In Loving Memory

On behalf of Columbia Schools’ Giving Tree, I would like Columbia Trustees Meeting Marlene S. Smith
to take the opportunity to thank all those businesses and indi- of Mildred Elek (Jack)
viduals who generously donated funds, gifts and food to some
of Columbia’s struggling families. More than 28 of Columbia’s The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on Decem- and the late Betty Allen
families were able to enjoy gifts for their children, as well as a ber 20 in the Town Hall with two Trustees present, Mr. Cun- (Jim; dec). Cherished
holiday meal for dinner. ningham and Mr. Musto, and the Fiscal Officer, Mandie An- grandmother of Kayla,
We would like to thank the following individuals and fami- drews. The minutes of the 12-6-2021 meeting were approved Taylor, Jorden, Paige,
lies for their support: Tom LaMoreaux, Randy Hershey, Ali and as written. The Trustees voted to pay the bills and payroll. Trystian, Greysin, and
Mark Wodoslawsky, Pattie and Kurt Filer, Connie Arndt, Beth The bills amounted to $44,529.67 and payroll amounted to Cassydee. Great grand-
and Paul Kobe, Michelle and Aaron Boetticher, Kathy and Paul $21,788.93, bringing the total to $66,318.60. The receipts to- mother of Ceraphina,
Hechko, Katie and Shawn Ondrejko, Asha Montante, Brenda taled $52,642.20. Elliott, Harrison, and
Buchanan, Sandy Morlock, Melissa Shorte, Crystal Valentine, Department Reports Wren.
Lisa and Jason Ward, the Carter family, Steven and Pam Cole- The Zoning Inspector reported permits for 15 single family Visitation was on
man, Paula Adams, the Scharf family, the Dixon family, Amy homes were issued, bringing the total number for the year to
and Scott Thomas and the Conlon family. Special artistic thanks date to 179. December 27, 2021,
to Justin Ramsey, art teacher at CHS, who created a Christmas The Road-Service Director reported that all equipment was at Jardine Funeral
tree banner to use at Fifth Third Bank for wish lists. We will up and running. First Energy is going to be working on a power Home, 15822 Pearl Rd,
be able to use it year after year and it is beautiful! Thank you line at the end of December. Strongsville. Funer-
to Columbia’s school social worker Lori McCarthy for your The Fire Chief reported 35 on file, 32 on call, 208 fire calls Marlene S. Smith al Service was on De-
tireless work in delivering and for helping me! to date and 712 EMS calls. There were 60 mutual aid assists and (nee Potymak), 83, cember 28, 2021, at St.
Special thanks also to CHS, CMS and Copopa teachers, 45 mutual aid requests. Transport billing brought in $7,946.41 passed away December Paul Lutheran Church,
counselors, secretaries and staff, Columbia Eagles Club, Ja- for the month of December, bringing the total for the year to $1 17, 2021. Beloved wife Berea. Interment Old
kobsky Plumbing, J & J Greenhouse and Potter Overhead Door 49,234.65. of Duane J. Smith for 55 Columbia Cemetery,
Rita Plata gave the Cemetery Report: $1,225 was received
for their generosity and kindness. Pastor Mar Bruner and the for burials and $200 received for footer fees. years. Loving mother of Columbia Station. In
wonderful folks at Columbia United Methodist Church, the The Zoning Commission will meet on Thursday, January 6, Jennifer and Tim Smith lieu of flowers, memo-
Columbia Food Bank and Schild’s IGA helped enormously at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. The Board of Zoning Appeals did
with donations of food and gift cards. Thank you so very much not meet in December because no applications were received. (Lisa). Daughter of the rial contributions may
to all of the individuals who donated gifts, money and/or gift The next regular meeting will be on Monday, January 24. late Andrew and Anna be made to the family.
cards. There are far too many of you to mention, and many pre- Old Business Potymak. Dear sister www.jardinefh.com
ferred to be anonymous donors, but if I have forgotten anyone, The discussion of zoning permits will be continued. The
I apologize, and know that I could not do any of this without Fire Levy is also on hold. The
your help. It was a little hectic at times, especially without my Wage Review Workshop Meeting will be held December 27
sidekick Kim Schwartz, but thanks to many helping hands we and the year-end meeting will be held December 28. The Roads
were able to assist families in need. Thanks also to Fifth Third in the following subdivisions were approved by the Trustees or early walkers, with their caregivers. Preregistration required.
Bank for allowing us to place wish lists in their lobby. So many as a formality; they had already been approved by the County: Hybrid
wonderful people reached out to help in purchasing and wrap- Baker Creek Estates, Phases 1 and 2; Creekridge Subdivision, Story Stop - Wednesdays, January 5, 12, 19 & 26, from 10-
ping gifts for the kids of Columbia and I am so very thankful! Phase 1; Emerald Woods Subdivision, Phases 1 and 2; and Jay- 10:30 a.m. or 10:45-11:15 a.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch;
Columbia is truly a great place to live! na Reserve Subdivision. Thursdays, January 6, 13, 20 & 27 and February 3, 10, 17 &
Sincerely, Susie Dunn, Columbia Giving Tree Committee Reports 24, from 6:30-7 p.m. at the Columbia Branch. Caregivers with
children of all ages are invited for stories, activities and play.
Mr. Cunningham reported that the Lorain County Town- Preregistration required. Hybrid.
Ohio Genealogical Society ship Association will meet January 20 in Elyria Township; The Tales for Tykes Story Time - Mondays, January 24 & 31,
Rocky River Watershed Council will meet January 28 in the
Strongsville Recreation Center; RLCWA will meet January 12 from 10:45-11:15 a.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch; Tues-
days, January 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 10:30-11 a.m. at the Co-
The Lorain County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogy Society at noon and then again at 7 p.m. lumbia Branch; Thursdays, January 6, 13, 20 & 27, from 10:45
will meet on Monday, January 10, at 7 p.m., in an online meet- After Community Input, the meeting was adjourned until p.m.-11:15 a.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch. Stories, move-
ing that everyone is invited to attend. the Organizational Meeting on January 3 at 7 p.m. in the Town ment and rhymes for active walkers through 3 year olds with
Professional researcher Carla S. Cegielski will give a pre- Hall. their caregivers. Preregistration required; Hybrid.
sentation on the Daughters of the American Revolution’s Ge- Little Learners - Tuesdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25, from
nealogical Research System (GRS). She will show attendees LPLS events 10:45-11:15 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. - noon at the North Ridgeville
how the multi-faceted GRS is a genealogical resource available Branch; Tuesdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 11:30 a.m. -
to everyone. It offers a variety of indexes, many of which can- LPLS Announces a Telehealth Room at the Main Library - noon at the Columbia Branch. Caregivers with 4 and 5 year
not be found elsewhere. Discover some new tools to assist you LPLS now offers a Telehealth room where patrons can connect olds nurture their love of reading through books and activities.
in your family history research. with their healthcare providers in a safe and private environ-
The virtual program begins at 7 p.m. and is open to mem- ment. Simply arrange a date and time in advance with your
bers and the public. Those interested in watching the presenta- Cleveland Clinic, Mercy Health or University Hospital provid- VALLEY CITY
tion should contact meetings@loraincoogs.org to be added to er, and they will supply an online invitation to a virtual appoint-
the invitation list and receive the online link. ment through your patient account. You will be able to access VISION CENTER
For more information, contact Norm at (440) 856-5170. that appointment using the computer provided in the Tele-
health room. To reserve the Telehealth room on the date and
time needed for your appointment, visit LorainPublicLibrary. FAMILY VISION
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the Library” tab. When you arrive at the Main Library, let the
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