September in Concord, Ohio is simply beautiful. The change in seasonal weather brings a refreshing newness to our community. This fall, we are excited to see strong economic growth with the opening of Little Mountain Creamery, Johnny's Auto Spa + Detail on Crile and Old Crile Road, and Taco Bell coming soon. Plans are also underway for a major brand hotel near Auburn Road next to the Community Center, set to begin construction in 2025. We look forward to welcoming these new businesses to our community.

The Trustees have embraced the Community Advisory Committee's recommendations for a 3.9 mil levy to maintain and enhance fire and emergency medical services (EMS) in Concord Township. Their recommendation was driven by the urgent need to address critical gaps in funding that currently hinder our ability to provide optimal fire protection and EMS to our growing community. The levy on the ballot this November is noted as Issue 2. We encourage residents to connect with our administrator, trustees, or fire chief to learn more about this important community matter. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Concord Community Day in August. We had a beautiful day and night filled with celebration and fellowship. We also extend our gratitude to our sponsors for their support. Thanks to you, we had a wonderful turnout. Have a wonderful fall!

Sean Supler, Recreation Director, 440-639-4652

Susie Cobb, Administrative Assistant, 440-639-4650

Rachel Lamb, Program Coordinator, 440-639-4651

Learn all about the many classes and programs available this fall and winter by downloading our program guide!

Rookie Sports Fall Soccer



Rookie Sports Club leads an age-appropriate program that utilizes fun games and activities to teach the fundamentals to beginning 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. Min: 12/Max: 24

Tuesdays, Sept 10-Oct. 8    5:30-6:15 P OR 6:30-7:15 P       3-4 yrs.    $70 R/$75 NR Town Hall

Drive In Movie: Saturday, October 19 – Movie released in the coming weeks on our Facebook page!

Fall Fest: Saturday, October 26, 10:00-11:30am, at the new Fire Station!

If you have any questions about programs, please call the us at 440-639-4650. 

FROM THE CHIEF'S DESK

The Concord Fire Department extends our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for our Pancake Breakfast on August 10th, kicking off Concord Community Day! We were thrilled to serve a record number of diners, and many of you also took the opportunity to tour our fire station. We hope you also caught the action at the Community Softball Tournament, where our Concord Firefighters showcased their skills.

A special congratulations to Retired Fire Chief Mike Warner, who was recognized as the Concord Township Citizen of the Year for 2024! We are grateful for Mike’s years of dedicated service to the Concord Township Fire Department and his continued commitment to our community even after retirement.

As our students return to school, we wish them a successful and safe new year. We want to remind all drivers to stay vigilant, especially when approaching stopped school buses and driving through school zones. Let's work together to keep our children safe.

Thank you for your patience during the recent storms. Our team responded to 32 calls related to downed wires and trees. Despite the challenging weather, ‘A’ shift also handled two heart attacks and one stroke. We are proud of our team's dedication and resilience in keeping our community safe.

Mark your calendars! We are looking forward to hosting the Concord Township Fall Festival on Saturday, October 26th, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. Please refer to the Recreation Department report for more details.

Concord Fire is pleased to announce that we have been awarded just over $74,000 from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant to allow us to replace 2 of our heart monitors that are no longer serviceable. We have also been awarded almost $3,400 from the Ohio Department of Public Safety Division of EMS for other medical equipment.

In addition to emergency services, Concord Township Fire has been active in the community, providing education and support in various ways:

• We partnered with Painesville Township Fire Department to provide fire extinguisher training to 70 faculty and staff at Riverside High School.
• Our American Red Cross Babysitting Class continues to thrive, with nearly 70 youngsters trained so far.
• We held a community CPR/AED class for 16 adults.
• We hosted a two-day IAFF Peer Support Class sponsored by the Ohio Fire Chiefs’ Association.
• We welcomed special visitors from Spark Specialized Services, offering them a glimpse into the life of a firefighter.
• We joined the First Baptist Church on Johnnycake Ridge Rd. for lunch and emergency equipment demonstration for about 45 children and adults.

In 2024, 35% of our call volume has been overlapping, meaning multiple emergencies are occurring simultaneously. This demands adequate staffing and reliable response equipment, which underscores the importance of the upcoming Fire Operations Levy this November. Concord Township Fire remains dedicated to providing the best emergency services for our community.

If you have any questions regarding the upcoming levy or about Concord Fire Department, we encourage you to reach out to the Fire Chief, a Township Trustee, the Fiscal Officer, or the Administrator.

There are still seats available for our upcoming CPR/AED Training at Concord Fire Station #1 at 11599 Concord Hambden Rd. on Monday October 7, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $60 per person. You can register by calling the Fire Station at (440) 354-7504 or emailing concordfireprograms@concordtwp.com and include your name and contact information.

Karen Warner, Debbie Powall, and Cindy Sadler

cemeteries@concordtwp.com

CEMETERY UPDATES

Please take a moment to review the updated Rules & Regulations and cemetery rates as things have changed. The updated information can be found online at https://concordtwp.com/departments/cemetery/ or scan the QR Code at the entrances of the cemetery. All persons are subject to the updated Rules & Regulations and cemetery rates.

Starting this month, items pertaining to our Non-Compliance Decoration Policy will be marked and removed if not addressed by the lot owner.

Grave sites not in compliance with the decoration policy will be tagged. This is in addition to the Spring and Fall clean-up dates. Following recent policy changes, Concord Township Cemetery recognizes that there are decorations that do not adhere to the decoration policy. Cemetery staff will meet with lot owners to discuss policy enforcement as maintenance issues arise.

Please feel free to contact us by email at cemeteries@concordtwp.com

or call 440-354-7518 should you have any questions.

The Service Department has had a busy construction season. The concrete crew has been out making many repairs to the concrete roadways throughout the township. Our asphalt repair crews have been out crack sealing and dura- patching throughout the township to prolong the life of the roadways. Ditch maintenance and storm water projects are some of the other operations that the Service Department has performed. As we move from summer into fall, the service department will continue to make repairs to our roads as the weather permits, while getting ready for the upcoming winter season.

Beginning September 3^rd the Yard Waste drop off will reopen and run through December 6^th. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. All Yard Waste must be in paper biodegradable bags. Residents can drop off the bags in the designated area at the Service Department. The annual Brush Day collections will take place on Saturdays October 5^th and 19^th from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM Residents may drop off brush no larger than 4” in diameter. No lumber, stumps, landscape timbers, or railroad ties are permitted. The Yard Waste drop off will also be open on these dates.

The Service Department would like to wish our residents a safe and healthy Fall season and remind residents with questions or concerns to contact us at 440-350-3225 or by the email links at concordtwp.com/service.

Concord Township, Lake County, OH | P: 440.354.7510 | F: 440.354.7511 | www.concordtwp.com