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School Board News

The July meeting of the North Royalton Board of Education took place on Thursday, July 18. School Superintendent Mike Laub gave an update on the District’s food service. The Board approved the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan grants for 2024-25 as listed: Title I-A Improving Basic Programs $421,542.27 Title II-A Support Effective Instruction $91,184.27 Title III Language Instruction for English Learners $44,329.97 Title III Immigrant $3,878.61 Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment $32,708.74 IDEA-B Special Education $1,027,737.98 IDEA Early Childhood Special Ed ....

Aug 7, 2024

Kent Corp breaks ground for major expansion

Members of the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce and City Officials joined CEO of Kent Corporation, Dean Costello, as they broke ground on the company’s upcoming expansion. The addition will add 22,000 square feet to the existing facility. Kent Corporation designs and manufactures steel processing equipment. Its main offices are located in the York Alpha Industrial Park, at 9601 York Alpha Drive. “We appreciate Mr. Costello’s investment,” said North Royalton Community Development Director, Tom Jordan. “He’s a long-time North Royalton business, building a larger-than-expected faci ....

Aug 7, 2024

Furry friends to take over City Green for annual Pet Carnival

A parade of leashed canines and their devoted owners are preparing to come to the City Green, visiting with vendors, enjoying refreshments, and participating in pet-friendly activities as part of the 17th annual Pet Carnival, sponsored by the North Royalton Animal Hospital and Paws At Play Resort and Daycare. This extremely popular yearly event, which is set for Sunday, July 30, from 1 to 4 p.m., embraces and celebrates everything pet related. While the main characters are hundreds of canines walking the City Green alongside their owners, other household pets have been known to show up, like ....

Jul 19, 2024

New Senior Center project bids tossed

The North Royalton City Council adopted legislation that rejects the bids for the Senior Center project, which were opened earlier this month. According to Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz, all bids received for the project exceed the 20% allotment for the project and had to be tossed out, according to state law. Three bids were received. Last October 3, representatives from Makovich and Pusti Architects gave a preliminary presentation to City Council regarding the potential of the upcoming Senior Center and where they are in the design process. Earlier last year, the City hired the Berea architectur ....

Jul 19, 2024

Elek Springs Property Project to move forward

The next step in the development of the Elek Springs property project is expected to take place soon. The City of North Royalton and the Cleveland Metroparks have joined to provide this recreational opportunity for local residents. Elek Springs is located near the area of Royalton and Bennett Roads. In 2008, the City purchased the 14.8 acre property, called the “Old A. Elek Spring property,” located south of Rt. 82, west of Bennett Road and north of Akins Road. It was purchased for about $225,000. The money came from the City’s recreation capital improvement fund, which was partially fu ....

Jul 19, 2024

City and Historical Society team up with Wreaths Across America

Some like to celebrate Christmas in July, but others are setting their sights to December and making plans. This year, the city of North Royalton and the North Royalton Historical Society will participate in Wreaths Across America. They will again include the North Royalton Cemetery as one of the many locations participating across the United States. North Royalton Council President Paul Marnecheck is currently the Wreaths Across America coordinator for North Royalton. Wreaths Across America offered a few options regarding sponsorships that could make the event a success. The North Royalton H ....

Jul 11, 2024

Council makes changes in Tree Lawn Tree Rules

The North Royalton City Council adopted changes to the City’s ordinances regarding the removal and replacement of tree lawn trees. The measure was adopted after even more tweaking took place. Members of the North Royalton City Council have been discussing the changes since it was first discussed at the May 21 City Council Building and Building Codes Committee meeting. The amended ordinance was introduced by Ward 1 Council Rep John Nickell, Ward 5 Council Rep Heidi Webber and Ward 3 Council Rep Joanne Krejci at the June 6 City Council meeting. The measure was then placed on second reading an ....

Jun 26, 2024

City hits Pause on Sewer Plant Transformation

New North Royalton Wastewater Superintendent, Ed Haller, addressed City Council at a recent Utilities Committee meeting regarding pausing part of the Abbey Road Sanitary Force Main and Gravity Sewer Improvement Projects. The projects would include the conversion of on of the City’s two Wastewater Treatment Plants into a pumping station. Haller would like to revisit the plan to ensure that it is the most beneficial to the City. Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz stated that, “I just want to take a step back to feel comfortable about what we are doing. If the plan needs more evaluation, let’s do tha ....

Jun 26, 2024

Council discusses changes in Tree Lawn Tree Rules

Members of the North Royalton City Council have been discussing making changes to the City’s ordinances regarding the removal and replacement of tree lawn trees. The measure was first discussed at the May 21 City Council Building and Building Codes Committee meeting. Following is the current North Royalton ordinance: “1026.02 REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF TREES; PERMIT REQUIRED. (a) No person shall remove any tree from the City streets or properties or any tree upon a public way, curb strip, street or alley without first obtaining a permit therefor, in writing, from the Service Director. A ....

Jun 26, 2024

For those who gave the ultimate sacrifice

Despite the rainy weather on Memorial Day, North Royalton city officials, first responders and residents came to the North Royalton Cemetery at the City Green to pay tribute to the military members who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. North Royalton Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz and Strongsville VFW Post 3345 led the ceremonies at the Cemetery. The Mayor was not surprised that many North Royalton residents braved the weather to honor our departed veterans. “I really, really believe that many in our community respect what our military has done for us. And what better way to pay ....

Jun 4, 2024