North Royalton Ward 3 & Community E-Newsletter: October 2020 (Volume 2)

COVID-19 Update

Top 4 places to get accurate and 24/7 situational information you need to know in staying safe throughout this pandemic are the following resources:

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus

State of Ohio & Governor Mike DeWine
https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/home

Cuyahoga County Board of Health
https://www.ccbh.net/coronavirus/

City of North Royalton
Website: www.northroyalton.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityofNorthRoyaltonOH/

Flu Shot Reminder
Although we are still battling the COVID-19 pandemic. Flu season is approaching. It is important for you to consider getting a flu shot this year to reduce the spread of the flu and its impact on our hospital systems. While it doesn’t protect you from COVID-19, it does provide another layer of protection to keep yourself, your family, friends and communities healthy. Starting next week, October 7th the Cuyahoga County Board of Health will be hosting Drive Up Flu Clinics every Wednesday 9:00am-11:30am. No appointment necessary. Masks required. No insurance? No problem. CCBH has affordable options for clients lacking current medical coverage. Appointments are also available at CCBH Parma and Warrensville Hts. (South Pointe Hospital) locations by calling 216-201-2041 through June 2021. For questions call 216.201.2077, email ccbhnurse@ccbh.net, or visit https://www.ccbh.net/flu-shot-vaccine/ Those who are elderly and need help getting to their physician’s office can contact their local Area Agency on Aging at 866-243-5678 to access transportation resources and other services. Anyone without a primary healthcare provider can visit vaccinefinder.org to find nearby pharmacies and other healthcare locations offering the flu vaccine.

Nursing Home Visitation Order
Governor DeWine has recently announced that Ohio Department of Health Interim Director Lance Himes has signed the order that allows nursing facilities to permit indoor visitation beginning Monday, October 12^th. In order to permit indoor visitation, facilities are required to meet certain health and safety requirements. The visits will be limited to two visitors and will be a maximum of 30 minutes. Visitors will have to be socially distanced and wear a face covering. Visits are to occur in areas that are separate from a resident’s room. Facilities are required to report visitation information, including visitation status, hours, maximum visitation time, and number of visitors via an online dashboard at coronavirus.ohio.gov. Facilities must register with the state by October 19th. In addition, this order also details compassionate care visits, which are separate and distinct from normal visitation. These visits are not exclusively for end-of-life situations, but can also include situations where a resident was recently admitted to the home and are struggling with the change in environment and lack of family support. Other situations can include when a resident is grieving someone who recently passed away, a resident that may need encouragement to eat or drink that was previously provided by a family member or caregiver and is experiencing weight loss or dehydration, or when a resident is experiencing emotional distress. Facilities should work with residents, families, caregivers, resident representatives, clinicians, and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman program to identify the need, length, and frequency of these visits.The order is available on coronavirus.ohio.gov.

Current COVID-19 Data as of October 13th
There are 161,678 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Ohio and 5,017 confirmed and probable COVID-19 deaths. A total of 16,565 people have been hospitalized, including 3,447 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov. In the 44133 Zip Code which North Royalton is located in there are 379 reported cases by Cuyahoga County Board of Health. Click here to see the full report issued by the CCBH.

#MaskUpNoRo Initiative

In late March of 2020, while serving on City Council I launched my #MaskUpNoRo Initiative to get as many homemade cloth face masks to residents and businesses who urgently need in both Ward 3 and North Royalton Community to eliminate the spread of COVID-19!

Because of the help of many amazing volunteers “Mask Angels”, generous donations of supplies, and more. Over 3,200 FREE homemade cloth masks have already been given out so far to the elderly, those with high risk conditions to COVID-19, #NRWard3Buddy Program residents, nurses, front line health care workers, nursing homes, residential care facilities for those with developmental disabilities, essential businesses, essential workers, first responders families, kids, teachers and more throughout North Royalton! Wearing a mask on top of other measures like social distancing and proper personal hygiene will help get us hopefully closer to a return back to normal sooner!

If you need a mask or like to make a donation of supplies email me at danlangshawfornrward3@yahoo.com or call 440-785-4240.

Items Needed Still for Buddy Program

There are still a number of residents in the Buddy Program, especially those who are elderly or have health conditions that make them at greater risk to COVID-19. Since COVID-19 is unfortunately not going anywhere. In addition to COVID-19, we will be approaching flu season too. It is so important for those in the program to have all the supplies they need. Plus some fun things to brighten their spirits too. If your able to donate any of the below items please let me know at danlangshawfornrward3@yahoo.com or at 440-785-4240:

November 3rd General Election

This November 3rd General Election there is a lot at stake with voting for President of the United States, Member of United States Congress, Members of the Ohio General Assembly, Judges, local issues, and more. Read More. Please make sure you vote. Vote by Mail/Early voting has begun. If you have any questions contact the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections at 216-443-8683 or Click Here.

Are you Voting on Election Day at the Polls?

If you plan on voting at the Polls on Election Day November 3rd between 6:30am-7:30pm. Below are the polling locations here in the City of North Royalton. If you are still unsure where your polling location is. Click Here to find out.

Polling Locations:

Albion Elementary School
9360 Albion Road
Precincts: 1A, 1B, 1C, & 3B

North Royalton Branch Library
5071 Wallings Road
Precincts: 2A, 2B, 2C, & 2D

Valley Vista Elementary School
4049 Wallings Road
Precincts: 3A, 3C, & 3D

North Royalton Christian Church
5100 Royalton Road
Precincts: 4A, 4B, & 4C

Royal View Elementary School
13220 Ridge Road
Precincts: 5A, 5B, 5C, & 5D

North Royalton City Hall
14600 State Road
Precincts: 6A, 6B, 6C, & 6D

North Royalton Charter Amendments on the November 3rd General Election Ballot

North Royalton Residents please make sure you vote all the way down your ballots. Because there are four Charter Amendments Issue #23, Issue #24, Issue #25, and Issue #26 on the November 3, 2020 General Election Ballot that could have direct impact on your daily lives, your families safety, how your taxpayer dollars are spent, and the future of North Royalton. Below are what you will see on the ballot.

ISSUE # 23

Proposed Charter Amendment
City of North Royalton

A majority affirmative vote is required for passage.
Shall Article III, Section (f) of the Charter of the City of North Royalton be amended to provide that in the event of a declared emergency that encompasses the City of North Royalton, Council retains the authority to meet remotely or suspend or postpone its meetings until practicable?

ISSUE # 24

Proposed Charter Amendment
City of North Royalton

A majority affirmative vote is required for passage.
Shall the Charter of the City of North Royalton be amended to repeal and replace Article VII to create a new Department of Public Safety, which shall include the Divisions of Police and Fire?

ISSUE # 25

Proposed Charter Amendment
City of North Royalton

A majority affirmative vote is required for passage.
Shall Article X of the Charter of the City of North Royalton be amended to authorize the Director of Municipal Parks, Properties, Cemeteries and Recreation be responsible for the administration of the Municipal Cemetery?

ISSUE # 26

Proposed Charter Amendment
City of North Royalton

A majority affirmative vote is required for passage.
Shall Article XVI, Section (h) of the Charter of the City of North Royalton be amended to authorize Council in the instance of an emergency that significantly affects the duties and obligations of the municipality, to waive the requirement of public bidding and where public bidding is employed, to allow Council to choose the lowest and/or best bidder where appropriate?

You can also Click Here for more details.

 North Royalton Charter Amendment Issue #24

Vote NO on Issue #24

North Royalton Residents please make sure you vote all the way down your ballots. Because there are four Charter Amendments on the November 3, 2020 General Election Ballot. Most importantly Issue #24 is another attempt by the North Royalton Mayor after his failed unilateral closure of our city jail to undermine public safety of the community by rewarding political cronies jobs, a power grab to silence any future chiefs from not doing his will or bidding, creates an opportunity to possibly defund our police department by making both police and fire divisions under a new “Public Safety Department”, and worse if the Charter Amendment is approved. Vote No on Issue #24 and KEEP Politics OUT of our Public Safety Forces!

Click Here to view my video on reason why you should Vote NO on Issue #24

Click Here to view my Letter to Editor in Post Newspapers urging folks to Vote NO on Issue #24 Dated September 23, 2020.

Click Here to view more information on why you should Vote No on Issue #24

Volunteers are Needed to hold signs and pass out information to Voters before they vote on Election Day November 3rd at the Polls from 6:30am-7:30pm. If you are able to volunteer for a shift at one of the 6 polling locations in North Royalton. Click Here to sign up or email danlangshawfornrward3@yahoo.com

North Royalton Charter Amendment Issue #26

Vote NO on Issue #26

North Royalton Residents please make sure you vote all the way down your ballots. Because there are four Charter Amendments on the November 3, 2020 General Election Ballot. Issue #26 is another Charter Amendment you should consider voting NO on.

Here are some reasons why you should also Vote NO on Issue #26

• Adding additional ways to waive the requirement of public bidding and picking the lowest and/or best bidder is not fiscally responsible for the City or taxpayers.
• Ballot language for this Charter Amendment is also vague, confusing, misleading, lacks transparency, and meant to trick voters. The term “Emergency” especially is too broad and not clearly defined to protect taxpayers from possible fraud, waste, and abuse.
• The City of North Royalton has existed since 1818 with various forms of government and have been able to operate in delivering services to residents even during times of Emergency.
• Charter Amendment is not necessary. COVID-19 has not stopped the City of North Royalton from functioning or even completing projects during this global pandemic.

Click Here to view more information on why you should Vote No on Issue #26

Need Food Assistance?

North Royalton Food Partnership
The North Royalton Food Partnership will be hosting a food box distribution on October 24th for those in need. Families in need of assistance can apply now till October 14th. The application process has been restructured, and you will need to apply by phone at 440-582-6333 between the hours of 8:00am and 3:00pm. Applications will not be taken in person at the North Royalton Office on Aging. When calling, please be prepared and have available the necessary information: household income, household size, current address and telephone number. To qualify, your total income must be at or below 175 percent of the Federal Income Guidelines. If you are able to help the Food Partnership provide food assistance through a cash donation, please mail your check to Royal Redeemer Food Pantry, Attention Terri Close, 11680 Royalton Road, North Royalton, OH 44133.

North Royalton Produce Market
The North Royalton Produce Market’s outdoor season has been extended through November. The market is hosted on the second Tuesday of each month. The last one will be November 10th. Distribution for this program will take place from 2:00pm-3:30pm at the York Road Ball Field Pavilion, 14875 York Road here in North Royalton. Due to COVID-19, it will be necessary for you to remain in your vehicle. For the safety of the community, volunteers and participants, we are requiring that your trunk be clear prior to the distribution. For safety reasons, volunteers cannot enter your vehicle to load food, and you must stay in your vehicle to receive food.The program is specifically geared toward serving the senior citizen population within our community; however, anyone who meets the income criteria, determined by the Federal Government Poverty guidelines, may receive fresh produce from the market. If you are in need of monthly food assistance, call Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church at 440-237-7958 ext. 130 or St. Albert the Great Church at 440-237-6760 for information on their food pantry requirements.

City Council Legislative National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

This year’s National Prescription Drug Take Back event will occur on October 24th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Timber Ridge Plaza at York and Sprague roads, as well as the Giant Eagle at 6000 Royalton Road. Residents may bring their potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for disposal.

This nationwide event addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are unaware medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are at alarming rates, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often flushing them down the toilet or throwing them away both potential safety and health hazards.

In addition to the National Drug Take Back Day, the North Royalton Police Department has a prescription drug disposal bin that is available 24/7 in the lobby of the police station, located at 14000 Bennett Road, for residents to use year round. Needles, liquids, aerosols and biohazards are not accepted.

City 2020 City Road Program & Projects

2020 City Road Program
The 2020 City Road Program is finishing up. Final pavement is completed on Thornton and Parkside drives. Final pavement is currently being installed along Ridgedale and Mapleridge drives this week. Final work will be completed by mid-October. Restoration work is being completed in the Swan Lake development.

Trick or Treat in North Royalton & Other Safe Halloween Fun

This year Trick or Treat will still occur here in North Royalton on Halloween October 31st from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

To protect the safety and health of all members of our community while celebrating Halloween, please use caution for Halloween and other fall festivities. While broad in nature to cover the situations experienced by most Ohioans, the Ohio Department of Health’s “Celebrating Halloween” guidance provides the following good advice:

For Parents/Guardians of Trick-or-Treaters

• If taking your children trick-or-treating, limit the number of houses you visit and ask your children to stay as far from treat-givers as possible. For small children, consider holding the bag for them.
• Wipe off candy wrappers with sanitizing wipes when you arrive home. (NOTE: Never wipe unpackaged food with wipes.)
• Allow children to eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid homemade treats made by strangers.
• If your child is at greater risk of complications from COVID-19, contact your doctor before allowing participation in Halloween activities.

For Community Members

• For trick-or-treating, reach out to neighbors to discuss ways to ensure 6-foot social distancing, how candy can most safely be distributed, and the need for face coverings.
• Refrain from having children select their own treats from a bowl/common container or set up a hand-sanitizing station. Consider placing treats on porch steps or a table in the driveway with a sign asking children to take only one. Or use other creative ways to distribute treats, such as using a candy “slide” made of PVC pipe, or hanging treats from a wall or fence.

For more information Click Here.

Drive Thru Trunk or Treat

Royal Scare Haunted Backyard

North Royalton resident Paul Tylicki loves to show everyone his Halloween decorations. Each year he puts on for FREE admission his haunted backyard called Royal Scare. Come visit with your family and friends Royal Scare is located at 12043 Padua Drive here in North Royalton. Click Here to learn more.

Around Ward 3 & Our City

Upcoming City Government Meetings & Community Events

North Royalton Historical Society Historical Marker Dedication Ceremony
The North Royalton Historical Society will be dedicating an Ohio Historical Marker at 12:00pm on October 18th on the North Royalton City Green, in honor of the history of the City Green and is inviting the community to attend this historic event. The City Green, established in 1825, has a rich past. Over the years, it has served as the public square; housed City Hall for 187 years; hosted the North Royalton Community Festival for nearly 100 years; and been home to a school, a library and the city’s safety forces. The ceremony is outside. All those attending are asked to wear a face covering, social distance and follow the guidelines from the state, Cuyahoga County Board of Health and the CDC regarding COVID-19 precautions. Learn More.

Royalton Hills Lions Club Fundraiser

City Council Finance, Safety, & Building & Building Codes Committee Meetings October 20th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Click Here to view agendas.

City Council Meeting October 20th at 7:00pm at City Hall. Click Here to view agenda.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
This year’s National Prescription Drug Take Back event will occur on October 24th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Timber Ridge Plaza at York and Sprague roads, as well as the Giant Eagle at 6000 Royalton Road. Residents may bring their potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for disposal.

North Royalton Community Meal
The next North Royalton Community Meal will be hosted on October 25th. Meals, along with a bag of grocery items, are still being distributed via drive-thru pickup. The meal is scheduled for 3:00pm-4:00pm. Participants will enter Saint Albert the Great, located at 6667 Wallings Road, via parking lot A or C and then follow the parking attendant’s direction. Everyone will remain in their vehicles with the trunk open. Anyone may participate, no questions asked. The schedule of meals for the remainder of the year is: November 29th.

Halloween Trick or Treat Night
Halloween Trick or Treat Night will be held on October 31st from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the City of North Royalton. For more information Click Here on ways to stay safe from COVID-19 while still enjoying all the fun.

Full City Calendar for October

November 3rd General Election 
Polls open from 6:30am-7:30pm
Click Here for more information.

City Council Streets, Storm Water, & Utilities Committee Meetings November 4th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Click Here to view agendas.

City Council Meeting November 4th at 7:00pm at City Hall. Click Here to view agenda.

City Council Finance, Safety, & Building & Building Codes Committee Meetings November 17th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Click Here to view agendas.

City Council Meeting November 17th at 7:00pm at City Hall. Click Here to view agenda.