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We hope everyone enjoyed the extra leap day yesterday! We were happy to have an extra day during this busy time!
We are excited to announce that Trustee, Amy Lucci, has been elected to the Ohio Township Association (OTA) Board of Directors. The Ohio Township Association is a statewide organization dedicated to promoting and preserving township government through educational forums and lobbying efforts. The Ohio Township Association is governed by its Board of Directors. The Board is comprised of four officers and 16 directors. Board elections are held every other year at the association's Annual Winter Conference. Amy Lucci is the first Lake County trustee to hold a board seat with the OTA in over 40 years! Amy Lucci, Trustee stated, “I am honored to be able to serve on the OTA Board of Directors and excited to bring a Lake County voice to the association and its members.” Congratulations to Amy! She will be an amazing representative of our township and county!
Additionally, Administrator Andy Rose was re-elected to the Consortium of Large Ohio Urban Townships (CLOUT) as Vice-Chair. CLOUT is a group of large, urban townships formed for the purpose of providing a forum for the exchange of issues, and solutions for similarly–sized townships in Ohio, and to provide input to the Ohio Township Association.
This month, we have some robust road repair projects out for bid. Once again, we are partnering with Lake County and Painesville Township on the Joint Road Resurfacing Program for asphalt. The following roads are on the schedule for resurfacing: Viewmont , Paige , Winchell along with a rejuvenator in the Noble Ridge Subdivision. We will also be conducting concrete replacement on Discovery Lane. We appreciate your patience and safe driving when you see our road crews working!
Have a wonderful spring, Concord! Remember to set your clocks ahead to gain back that extra hour of daylight on March 10th!
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Easter Egg Hunt & Party
Come join us at the Concord Community Center for this always popular Easter Egg Hunt! Our new location will give us shelter from the weather and allow us to expand this community event. Face painting, balloon twisters and pictures with the Easter Bunny! All topped off with an Easter Egg Hunt divided up into age appropriate groups! You don’t want to miss this event.
Saturday 3/23 10:00 AM Free
Use the QR Code for more information!
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Photo Contest

Enter your masterpiece in our annual Photo Contest! Categories include: Nature (animals, birds, flowers); Places (homes, historical sites, landmarks); People; Black and White; and Unique Concord Scenes.
Visit concordtwp.com under Register for Activities for the entry form, and to vote online once that opens.
Questions? Contact the Recreation Department at 440-639-4650.
Photo Submission Deadline Wednesday 4/3
Online Voting Thursday -Sunday 4/16-4/28
Winner Announced After 4/29
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Community Center Garage Sale
Book your table at the Concord Community Center Garage Sale! Call the recreation Department at 440-639-4650 to reserve your table.
Admission is free for shoppers!
The Community Center Garage Sale will be held Friday, April 12 from 11-3 and Saturday, April 13 from 9-1pm.
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Coffee with the Administrator
Enjoy coffee and pastries while chatting with Town Administrator, Andy Rose, about current Concord Township news and updates!
4th Thursday of every Month from 9:00-10:30 AM
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Understanding Your Taxes
Join Township Administrator Andy Rose as he discusses your tax dollars. Topics covered will be how your property tax is distributed in the County, along with the allocation of your tax dollars coming to Concord, inside vs. outside millage, the impact of HB920, and clearing up myths. Information talked about will be the same for all classes so please attend only 1 of the following sessions!
Tuesday, April 2: 9:00-11:00 AM OR 6:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, April 10: 9:00-11:00 AM OR 6:00-8:00 PM
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Soccer
Rookie Sports Club leads an age-appropriate program that utilizes fun games and activities to teach the fundamentals to be- ginning soccer players. Coaches focus on teaching the basics of dribbling, passing, scoring, and the concept of game play. Proper sportsmanship is emphasized in a positive and encouraging atmosphere enabling children to enjoy learning soccer while also having fun being physically active. Each week will include both developmentally appropriate instruction as well as recreational, non-competitive game play.
W 5:30-6:15 PM 4/10-5/8 3-4 yrs.
6:30-7:15 PM 4/10-5/8 5-6 yrs.
$70/$75 Town Hall
T-Ball
Rookie T-Ball is a great introduction to the game of baseball for young children. Using age-appropriate activities, players will be introduced to baseball fundamentals in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Each week the program will include an instructional portion including batting, base running, fielding, throwing, and catching. A modified game will be played each week. Parent participation is strongly encouraged to allow the program to run smoother. Children should bring their own glove.
T 5:30-6:15 PM 6/11-7/16 (no 7/2) 3-4 yrs.
$70/$75 Town Hall
Coach Pitch Baseball
This program is a great introduction to coach-pitch baseball for young baseball players. The instructional portion of the program utilizes developmentally appropriate drills with modifications and/ or progressions designed to help every child improve their baseball skills despite their current abilities. Skills taught will include batting, fielding, throwing, and catching. A modified, non-competitive game will be played each week. As the week’s progress, new aspects of the game/game scenarios will be added to allow children to learn within the game context. Children will be able to use a tee during the game if they are having difficulty hitting a pitched ball. Parent participation is encouraged to allow the program to run smoother. Children should bring their own glove.
T 6:30-7:15 P 6/11-7/16 (no 7/2)
Town Hall
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KIDS DANCE CLASSES
Move and Groove
(2-3 yrs., 5:30-6:00 p.m.)
This class is designed to get your child active and comfortable in group settings. Interactive movements and fun props will be incorporated.
Princess Ballet
(3-5 yrs., 6:00-6:30 p.m.)
Ballet basics - learn fun dances to kid friendly songs from your favorite Disney movies. This class works on balance and starts to incorporate beginner ballet movements.
Cheer & Hip Hop
(5-8 yrs., 6:30-7:00 p.m.)
Learn a hip hop routine to upbeat kid friendly music as well as fun cheers, jumps, and motions.
Thursdays
3/21-4/11 Spring 1
4/25-5/16 Spring 2
$45/session
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Thrive
Thrive is a program designed to promote learning through play! Think back to field days or recess, adult-led but with plenty of opportunities for children to also lead and call the shots!
Class will begin with a warm-up, then the activity or task of the day, followed by a group huddle to end class.
This program provides opportunities for developmentally age-appropriate skill building; socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively.
Thursday 5:30-6:15 PM 4/9-4/30 Spring 1
2-4 yrs.
$45/session
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LEARN TO GARDEN SERIES
All programs are hosted by Maple Ridge Nursery and Greenhouse. Children 10 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
Childhood Memories from the Garden
“My children’s fondest memories of their grandmother stem from the garden” says Diane Evon, Expert Grower at Maple Ridge Nursery. “Every garden they see today evokes a memory of her as they cared for her gardens along the Maumee River.”
Come learn how to create lasting memories with your children/grandchildren in this fun filled discussion on simple plants and flowers that peak everyone’s interests. Participants will leave with a very special perennial to start their memory making journey.
Saturday March 9 1:00-2:00 PM $5
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Martial Arts
Mind & Body Martial Arts utilizes the traditional art of Taekwondo as its base material combined with the circular self-defense style of Hapkido along with the stamina, footwork, and dynamic striking power of American Kickboxing. Uniform and student manual provided upon acceptance into the program with paid tuition. All students must be barefoot and in uniform to attend class. All new students receive their first month of training free of charge! Instructor: Master Ciro Grandini, 6th Degree Black Belt
This monthly martial arts training program is offered in traditional group format on both Tuesday and Thursday evenings each week.
Adult Program, Ages 13 and above: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Black Belt Continuing Education Program,
Ages 18 and above: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Monthly fee: Resident $70 /Non-resident $75
Blackbelt monthly fee: Resident $50/Non-resident $50
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Gentle Yoga
This class will teach the basic principles of yoga – breathwork, physical postures focused on stretching, balance and strength, and meditation. Yoga helps improve physical fitness and decreases stress and anxiety. Open to all fitness levels, beginners welcome. Bring a yoga mat and water. Instructor: Colleen Stone
Monday 5:30-6:30 PM
Winter 3/4-4/29 (no 4/15)
Spring 5/6-7/1 (no 5/27)
$65/$70
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Chair Yoga
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga done sitting on a chair or standing on the ground while using the chair for support. Benefits of chair yoga include. improved flexibility. better concentration. increased strength.
Dress in casual, comfortable clothing. All levels
Thursdays 10:30 -11:15 AM $30/Residents Only
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Pilates-Yoga Fusion
Pilates-Yoga Fusion: this fitness system combines the practices of Pilates and Yoga, designed to build strength in the core and improve flexibility & balance. This class is low-impact and no experience is required. Please bring a yoga mat and water. Instructor: Colleen Stone
Wednesday 5:30-6:30 PM Winter 3/6-5/1 (no 4/10) $65 R/$70 NR
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Intro to Mah Jongg
American Mah Jongg, learn the game that uses 152 rectangular tiles with painted symbols, numbers and pictures. Complete a 14-tile hand from about 50 possibilities to declare “Mahj!” to win the game. Purchase a $15 “Hands & Rules” card from the instructor.
Thursday 10:30 AM -12:30 PM Spring 1 3/7-4/11 $30
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Intro to the Jitterbug Dance
Come dance your hearts away with this introductory couples only Jitterbug class. The class will start with basic steps, then proceed into learning turns and moves, resulting in one new move each week. Progressions will take place once everyone in the class has learned the new moves. This class is meant for couples only so please no individuals! Wear leather soled shoes.
Wednesday 7:00-8:30 PM 3/20-4/24 Min: 5 couples $50/couple
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STAINED GLASS CLASSES
Mini Triangular Glass Box
Make a beautiful stained glass triangular mini box. Learn how to cut glass, and assemble a glass box with a hinged lid.
Thursday 6:30-9:00 PM 4/4-4/25 (16+ yrs.)
$75 plus $20 material fee paid to instructor
*For Stained Glass classes, be sure to dress comfortably, no sandals or open toed shoes, and is not recommended for pregnant women due to the chemicals.
No experience is necessary and the instructor will supply all tools, materials and equipment! Instructor Vicki Vesel. 4-person minimum.
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LET’S COOK
Are you looking for some new dishes to add to your dinner line up? Maybe you want to step outside your comfort zone and learn how to cook with some new spices. Maybe you want to find some healthier meal options for yourself. Well then these classes are just what you are looking for. Join us as LaDonna from Let’s Cook, brings in her mobile kitchens and turns you into the chef. In these hands-on classes all participants will prepare their own meal from start to finish to enjoy in class as well as having leftovers for home.
Sweet & Sour Cauliflower
This sweet and sour cauliflower is easy to prepare and uses simple ingredients to create a budget friendly meal with BIG flavor. We will create our own sweet and sour sauce from scratch to coat the cauliflower and serve over rice.
Thursday 6:00-7:30 PM 3/21 (Min/Max: 4/8) $27/person
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Library Tuesdays
- Sock Bunnies with Morley Library, 3/5
- March into Spring Book Tasting with Morley Library, 3/19
Women in History: Josephine Baker, 3/6
AARP Driver Safety Course, 3/14
Birding Program with Lake Metroparks, 3/20
BINGO – Spring Cleaning, 3/27
1920 Cleveland Indians, 4/3
Foot Care Clinic with Dr. Saxon, 3/18, 4/22 appointments
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Make & Take Easter Soaps
Come design the perfect Easter soap for yourself or a friend! Explorer simple melt and pour techniques that are fun for all. These charming soaps are a great alternative to sugary treats in Easter baskets and make sure a festive touch to your house. Soap bases are free from chemicals and detergent.
M 6:30-8:30 PM 3/11 Ages 5+ $35
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St. Patrick's Day Dance
Calling all Irish! Wear your green and join us for the first fun St. Patrick’s Day dance. Refreshments included.
Friday 3/15 6 PM - 8 PM
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Canvas Painting Class
Painters will follow step by step instruction from leading artist, Amber from Ariel Inspired Art Studio & Gallery. Painters are encouraged to express their inner creativity while learning different painting techniques. Painters will create a bright, vibrant, unique work of art on an 8x10 canvas. Paintings dry quickly and will able to take home at the end of class. *Aprons are provided, but please keep in mind that paint will stain clothing. Dress for mess is recommended.
Tuesday April 9 6:30-7:30 PM Ages 10+ $20
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From the Chief’s Desk
Concord Residents,
I am reaching out to you all to update you on Fire Department operations, as I hope to do in each submission of the e-Grapevine.
On February 21, 2024, the Concord Township Trustees swore in Part-Time Firefighter/EMT-Basic Gabe Kovats, Part-Time Firefighter/EMT-Basic Will LaGanke, and Part-Time Firefighter/EMT-Basic Cody Bendlock. All three are working on their Paramedic certifications, and we are excited to have them as new department members.
We also just received news that Part-Time Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Nappi has been hired full-time by the City of Solon. We are excited that Ryan will continue to serve part-time with Concord Fire, and we wish him well as he continues in his career path.
I want to highlight some work inside the fire department to help us maintain an aging fleet of emergency response vehicles. Engine 1313 is a 1996 KME Pumper that has served us well. It even served as our Heavy Rescue for a short time until our 2019 Sutphen Rescue Pumper was purchased. Captain Homovec is a certified Emergency Vehicle Technician skilled at fabrication and welding. A few years ago, Captain Homovec found that the frame that supports the fire pump on Engine 1313 was rotting out due to age and exposure to road salt. Instead of sending the engine out for what we would have expected to be a considerable expense, Captain Homovec used his skills to rebuild the frame in-house. More recently, it was discovered that the battery boxes of the same engine were also rotting. Captain Homovec just completed rebuilding these, and as of February 22, 2024, that engine is back in service. We extend our deepest gratitude to Captain Homovec for his hard work maintaining our aging fleet.
We look forward to having our 2023 Annual Report complete and available to you all. In the meantime, here is a snapshot of our activities in 2023.
2023 Run Stats:
Total Runs: 3,015
EMS Events: 1,987 with 1,524 transports
Non-EMS Events: 1,028
Fires: 64
Hazardous Conditions: 101
Service Calls: 444
Good Intent: 196
False Alarm/False Call: 217
Station #1 Total runs: 1,674
Station #2 Total Runs: 1,327
Mutual Aid Given: 259
Mutual Aid Received: 129
Overlapping Calls: 936 (31%)
If you have any questions about Fire Department operations, please don’t hesitate to call the Chief at 440-354-7504.
If you would like to register for any of our programs, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Concord Township Fire Department at 440-354-7504 or email concordfireprograms@concordtwp.com.
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When and How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
Always put your safety first; if you are not confident in your ability to use a fire extinguisher, get out and call 9-1-1. The American Red Cross cautions you to evaluate the situation and ensure:
â—Ź Everyone has left or is leaving the home
â—Ź The fire department has been called
â—Ź The fire is small, not spreading, and there is not much smoke
â—Ź Your back is to an exit you can use quickly
When using an extinguisher, remember PASS
Pull the pin
Aim low at the base of the fire
Squeeze the handle slowly
Sweep the nozzle side to side

Not all fire extinguishers will work on every fire. For home use, the National Fire Protection Association recommends a multi-purpose device large enough to put out a small fire but not so heavy that it will be difficult to handle. Review the instructions on your extinguisher once a year.
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Swimming Pool Permits
Are you thinking about installing a swimming pool this summer? If so, it is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure that the proper permits are obtained prior to construction, either by the contractor/company hired to do the project or by the residents themselves. A site plan or drawing of the property must accompany the application that shows the size and location of the pool and fence (if applicable), as well as the proposed distances to property lines. The current Zoning Permit charge for an above-ground pool is $100, and $150 for an in-ground pool (with fence). Here is an information sheet summarizing the requirements for swimming pools.
For more information on these and other zoning requirements, contact the Zoning Office at 354-7505 or 354-7506 or visit the Township website at https://concordtwp.com/departments/zoning/.
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Karen Warner, Debbie Powall and Cindy Sadler
cemeteries@concordtwp.com
Cemetery Rules and Regulations
All persons are subject to the rules and regulations. Rules and Regulations can be found online at https://concordtwp.com/departments/cemetery/ or at the entrances of the cemetery.
Please understand that if you are placing sentimental items on the graves, they may get lost, stolen or damaged; if it’s something that’s near and dear to your heart, we do not recommend that it be placed in the cemetery.
Spring Clean-up, Holidays and Special Dates of “Loved Ones”
Easter decorations can be placed beginning March 23rd and will need to be removed by April 8, 2024, or decorations will be removed during the Spring clean out.
Please allow two (2) weeks after April 8, 2024, before placing new decorations to be sure spring clean-up has been completed. Items in an urn or on a monument will not be removed unless items pertain to a past holiday or they are unkempt/broken.
Holidays and Special Dates for “loved ones” are considered but not limited to (Christmas, Easter, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s/Father’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, etc.). Decorations should be removed fourteen (14) days after the holiday/special date unless otherwise noted or decorations will be removed by the cemetery staff and not replaced.
Please contact the cemetery office during spring clean-up seven (7) days prior to the removal time listed above if honoring a loved one.
Decorations
Full Burial and In-Ground Cremation
- Any decoration or pre-approved planting(s) must be placed on your lot(s). Any decoration(s)/planting(s) that impedes the ability of internment or maintenance is not permitted and will be removed and not replaced.
- One (1) steel rod hanger (shepherd’s hook) is permitted per monument; hangers shall be placed flush at the side of the monument; all hangers should have a visible decoration on the hook at all times for the safety of those walking by the hanger.
Columbarium
- No decorations or flowers may be affixed to any part of the columbarium (medals, decorations, stickers, etc.).
- Fresh cut flowers may be placed at the base of the columbarium in non-glass containers. Flowers and container will be removed once unkempt.
Questions
Please feel free to contact us by email at cemeteries@concordtwp.com
or call Karen at 440-354-7518 should you have any questions.
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