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Rain Barrel Program 2012
The City of Cleveland 2012 Summer Rain Barrel Program is back and open to all home owners in the City of Cleveland. Residents must show proof of ownership in order to participate.
The Summer Rain Barrel Program is a collaborative program designed to provide City of Cleveland residents with rain barrels free of charge. In an effort to reduce stormwater runoff, help residents save money and engage Cleveland youth, the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability has partnered with the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD), Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU), the Mayor’s Youth Summer Employment Program (YSEP), local Community Development Corporations (CDCs) and the Cleveland Division of Water (CWD) to employ City of Cleveland high school students to assemble and distribute the rain barrels to City residents.
Here are the facts: The Resident,
Must be a home owner in the City of Cleveland
Must complete the required paperwork
Must have a 2” X 3” rectangular downspout on your home or garage
that is not visible from the street
Must intall the downspout diverter by the time the rain barrel is delivered
How to sign up:
Call 216-421-2100 for more information or come to the SHAD office 11811 Shaker Blvd, Ste 115 to complete the following three forms:
1. 2012 Summer Rain Barrel Program Resident Information Sheet
2. Youth Opportunities Unlimited Access Agreement
3. City of Cleveland, Access Agreement
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2012 Summer Youth Landscape Apprentice Program
The 2012 Summer Youth Landscaping Program Intern search has begun.
WE HAVE EXTENDED THE APPLICATION PROCESS UNTIL MAY 31, 2012.
Please print and complete the application in the attached file and drop it off at 11802 Buckeye Road by May 31, 2012.
BADC_2012_Summer_Youth_Employment_Application.pdf
There will be an interviewing process so please return your application in a neat and organized format.
We are looking forward to this year’s program opportunities!
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SHAD UPDATE
SHAD is continuing in its mission to promote, sustain and maintain “neighborhoods of choice” that are livable, walkable, safe and well-maintained.
SHAD will continue to serve the Larchmere, CHALK, Ludlow and historic Shaker Square neighborhoods.
To paraphrase Mark Twain, “Reports of our demise are greatly exaggerated.”
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Shaker Square Farmers Market
Shaker Square Farmers Market: Reopening outdoors on Saturdary April 9th at 8:00 am to 12 noon.
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Boulevard Neighborhood
The Boulevard Neighborhood, in the northwest corner of Shaker Heights is adjacent to Boulevard Elementary School. Filled with gracious homes and tree-lined streets, the area is just minutes away from Shaker Square and University Circle in Cleveland. The neighborhood association, the Boulevard Community Association fosters communication among residents, the City of Shaker Heights and other organizations. To receive emails from the BCA, contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
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Receive the eConnection!
The Connection Newspaper and the eConnection is on hold until further notice!
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Apartment and Condo Corridors
There are more than 4000 apartment and condominium units located in the Shaker Square area. Many of the apartment and condo buildings offer distinctive architectural details as well as hardwood floors and lead glass windows. The variety of housing options available throughout the Apartment and Condo Corridors meet a range of needs from the young person looking for their first apartment to empty nesters interested in downsizing to a condo.
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Larchmere Neighborhood
This unique neighborhood north and west of Shaker Square, includes the Larchmere business district with its eclectic mix of shops and services, a variety of housing options and schools, plus Fairhill Center—a resource for senior services. Housing stock is a mixture of single-family and ‘Cleveland Doubles’ with their distinctive two-story front porches. The Larchmere Community Association meets on the first Wednesday of the month at Fairhill. The LCA distributes a monthly newsletter to all homes in the area. Membership information is included with every issue.
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Shaker Square
Shaker Square CinemasShopping is within walking distance from the apartments that ring Shaker Square. Shaker Square opened in 1929 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The renovated Shaker Square boasts a multi-plex cinema, full-service grocery and drug stores, a variety of restaurants and service and specialty shops.
Access to downtown Cleveland and Tower City is only 15 minutes via Rapid Transit. Shaker Square is only ten minutes by car or bus to world-renowned University Circle. University Circle is home both to University Hospitals and the Cleveland Clinic, as well as Case Western Reserve University, the Cleveland Institute of Art and the Cleveland Institute of Music.
Related Links:
Shaker Square Website
Shaker Square Community Site
Fire Food & Drink
Metropolitan Galleries
Deweys Coffee House
Corcoran Fine Arts
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Larchmere
 Just one block north of Shaker Square is Larchmere Boulevard, known as Cleveland’s ‘Art & Antiques District.’ It is home to a remarkable assortment of art and antique shops. These are complemented by an outstanding variety of restaurants, crafts, books, clothing, and service businesses which attract both local and regional shoppers.
Related Links:
Larchmere Merchants Association
Flying Cranes
Loganberry Books
Larchmere Flea Market
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Drexmore / Chadbourne Neighborhood
Surrounding Plymouth Church, this neighborhood is comprised of the Cleveland portion of these two streets. They are in the Shaker School system. Drexmore/Chadbourne is part of the broader Boulevard Community Association which has an e-newsletter which is sent out as news warrants.
Join their email list through this contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Put BCA in the subject line.
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CHALK Neighborhood
Named for the streets—Cormere, Haddam, Ardoon, Larchmere, Kemper—CHALK is a community of comfortable colonial homes just north of Shaker Square. They are in the Shaker School system. The community celebrates Memorial Day each year with an organized potluck picnic. In 2008, they added an Easter egg hunt for the youngsters.
CHALK has a group email list. To be included, send an email to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with CHALK in the subject line.
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Ludlow Neighborhood
The Ludlow Community Association celebrated its 50th anniversary in fall 2007. This historic community encompasses both Cleveland and Shaker Heights, defined by the houses in the Shaker School District. Ludlow is roughly bounded by So. Moreland, Van Aken, Onaway, Livingston. The Ludlow School, the original focal point of the community, is still used for LCA meetings on the second Tuesday at 7:30pm and the fourth Saturday at 10:30am.
Check their website, www.ludlowcommunity.org, for meeting updates or location changes.
Ludlow has an email announcement list. Contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to be included.
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Greater Circle Living
 Greater Circle Living offers down payment assistance to employees of University Hospital, Cleveland, Clinic, and Case Western Reserve who purchase property in several neighborhoods in Cleveland. The Shaker Square and Larchmere neighborhoods of SHAD’s service area are eligible neighborhoods for the program.
Click here for complete program rules, participating employers, and eligibility requirements.
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Privacy Policy
Shaker Square Area Development Corporation (SHAD) is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
SHAD may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes.
What we collect
We may collect the following information:
name and/or company name
contact information including, address, phone number and email address
What we do with the information we gather
We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:
Internal record keeping.
We may use the information to improve our programs and services.
We may periodically send emails about our new programs
We will not sell, distribute or lease your personal information to third parties.
Security
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.
Links to other websites
Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you have used these links to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. You should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question.
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Legacy Programs
Rental Connection Information Service
SHAD provides a one-stop, apartment listings service for prospective tenants interested in renting a unit in the Shaker Square area. Nearly 400 clients used this information and referral service during the past year. SHAD also publishes an annual Apartment Hunters’ Guide to Shaker Square that is distributed to area colleges and employment centers.
The Connection
SHAD publishes this award-winning, neighborhood newspaper on a quarterly basis. With circulation of 7,500, The Connection updates the community on SHAD’s latest activities and assistance programs, and helps promote the desirability of living, working, and shopping in the Shaker Square area.
Larchmere Merchants Association
SHAD serves as the administrative agency for the Larchmere Merchants Association. This Association coordinates the marketing and promotion of the Larchmere Blvd. commercial district, sponsors special events, and responds to issues that affect the vitality of the street.
Landmark District Design Review
SHAD administers the local Design Review Committees for both the Shaker Square Historic District and the Larchmere Blvd. Business Revitalization District. Fifteen proposals for exterior alterations were reviewed for design compatibility during the past year.
Downloadable Form: Hotspot Identification Form (PDF)
Code Enforcement
SHAD works closely with City inspectors to promote responsible building maintenance, and monitors court proceedings concerning problem properties within our service area. SHAD also conducts a minimal standards inspection of apartment buildings whose owners desire to use our Rental Connection referral service.
Downloadable Form: Eyesore Identification Form (PDF)
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Continuing Initiatives
Larchmere Blvd Retail District Streetscape and Landscaping Update
The (NOACA) federal transportation enhancement grant of $587,000 for streetscape and landscaping improvements in the Larchmere Blvd Retail District is still in it’s planning stage. The City of Cleveland are in the process of selecting a design consultant and awarding a contract and will then begin the public involvement piece.
THESE INITIATIVES ARE EXPECTED TO CONTINUE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK THIS SITE FOR UPDATES
Larchmere South Curb-Appeal Program
SHAD created this targeted, matching grant program to assist owner-occupants of distressed homes complete highly visible, exterior repairs to their properties. The program emphasizes painting, front porch, driveway and landscaping improvements.
Cleveland Housing Network
SHAD partners with this citywide organization for the provision of renovated and newly constructed, affordable housing.
Storefront Renovation Program
SHAD serves as a contract agency for this City program that provides financial incentives for the comprehensive, exterior renovation of commercial properties.
Uptown Traffic Plan
SHAD is the administrative agency for the Uptown Traffic Committee, a coalition of major stakeholders advocating for a set of 5, City-approved, roadway modifications for improving traffic flow and safety in the Fairhill–Shaker Blvd.- Buckeye Rd. corridor.
Shaker-West Professional Building (11811 Shaker Blvd.)
SHAD completed the $1.7 million renovation of this 50,000 square foot office building in order to demonstrate the potential that exists for underutilized commercial properties on Shaker Blvd. West. SHAD continues to own and manage this property.
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Thank You
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Contact SHAD
Shaker Square Area Development Corporation
11811 Shaker Blvd., Suite 115
Cleveland, Ohio 44120-1927
Phone: (216) 421-2100
Fax: (216) 421-2200
Fiscal/Office Manager and Interim Executive Director: Jalene Pardon - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Director of Properties & Project Construction: Greg Staursky - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Commercial Development Coordinator: Mark Pugacz - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
>Please contact us directly using the information above, or contact George Palda at 216-621-2606 or email him at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Thank you!
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Programs
Continuing Initiatives
Larchmere South Curb-Appeal Program
Storefront Renovation Program
Uptown Traffic Plan
Shaker-West Professional Building (11811 Shaker Blvd.)
» Read Progam Details
Green Expo, Jim LaRue & Pam George
Legacy Programs
Rental Connection Information Service
The Connection
Larchmere Merchants Association
Landmark District Design Review
Neighborhood Security Patrol
Code Enforcement
» Read Progam Details
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Benefits of a SHAD Membership
Numerous neighborhood merchants offer special discounts* to SHAD members. When you shop or eat in the area, your membership will pay for itself in no time, and your business helps our merchants as well.
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Administrative Staff
Fiscal/Office Manager and Interim Executive Director: Jalene Pardon - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Director of Properties & Project Construction: Greg Staursky - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Commercial Development Coordinator: Mark Pugacz - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
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Board of Trustees
As of March 22, 2012 the SHAD Board of Trustees Roster is as follows:
President: George W. Palda, CHALK
First Vice President: Carol Lowenthal Shaker Resident
Second Vice President: William Beard Ludlow Resident
Secretary: Donna Cornett Larchmere Resident
Treasurer: Michael Pierce Apartment/Condominium
Trustees:
Elina Kreymerman - Shaker Square Merchant
Brian Siggers - Ludlow Resident
Lynne Alfred - Larchmere Merchant
Please check back for continuing updates.
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About SHAD
Shaker Square Area Development Corp.‘s (SHAD’s) mission is to provide the people and businesses of the Shaker Square area with the leadership and action needed to foster well-maintained, economically strong neighborhoods.
A diverse membership of 1000 individuals, families and businesses support SHAD in its pursuit of the following objectives:
1. To maintain and promote the 4000 units of apartment/ condominium housing located in the Shaker Square area.
2. To promote home ownership and housing maintenance in the Historic Shaker Square, Larchmere and Ludlow neighborhoods.
3. To revitalize and promote Shaker Square, Larchmere Blvd. and Shaker Blvd. West as regional shopping, entertainment and business districts.
4. To preserve, protect and enhance the area’s landmark architecture, public spaces and green spaces.
5. To address security and quality of life issues within our physical environment.
6. To foster neighborhood pride and collaboration.
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SHAD Service Area
 A feeling of neighborhood in a cosmopolitan setting describes the Shaker Square Area. It’s a neighborhood rich in diversity: racially, economically and socially. This variety makes it special and unique.
The area is anchored by Shaker Square — the second oldest shopping center in the nation.
For additional information about this historic shopping center, see www.visitshakersquare.com and www.shakersquare.net.
RTA Rapid TransitIn a great location, Shaker Square is 15 minutes to downtown Cleveland and Tower City via RTA Rapid Transit; 10 minutes by car from world-renowned University Circle and its medical, educational, cultural and religious institutions; and 35 minutes to Hopkins International Airport via RTA Rapid Transit.
Shaker Square Area Development Corp.‘s Service Area constitutes a one square mile area in the City of Cleveland, bordered by Shaker Heights and Cleveland Heights. It is home to 11,000 residents, many of whom live in the 4000 apartment/ condominium units. There are also 1500 one- and two-family homes. The area consists of the Shaker Square/Ludlow Historic District, the Larchmere neighborhood, and the apartment and condo corridors..
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Home Page - Mission
Shaker Square Area Development Corp.'s (SHAD's) mission is to provide the people and businesses of the Shaker Square area with the leadership and action needed to foster well-
maintained, economically strong neighborhoods.
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Office Space for Lease
 The renovated Robbins Shaker West Professional Building, located at 11811 Shaker Blvd., offers reasonable rates, central air, on-site security and underground parking with ample off-street parking for clients. Maintenance and management staff are located at the property to help resolve questions or problems. For additional information, contact Greg Staursky at (216) 421-2100, or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Robbins Shaker West Professional Building at 11811 Shaker Blvd.
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