Legal Notices 6-5-25
RESOLUTION OF THE
GEAUGA PUBLIC HEALTH
BOARD OF HEALTH
ESTABLISHING CERTAIN FEES
WHEREAS, the Ohio Revised Code, Section 3709.09, permits the Board of Health to establish by a system of fees to pay the cost of any service provided by the Board of Health for which no fee is prescribed by law; and Ohio Administrative Code 3701-29-05 allows a fee for registration; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined by the Board of Health through a program cost analysis that the fees for certain services are generating sufficient revenues to pay the cost of providing those services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Geauga Public Health is determined to provide quality Public Health services to Geauga County residents in a cost effective manner.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED That, for the purpose of preserving and promoting the Public Health and Welfare, the foregoing regulations are hereby amended/enacted as follows:
1. Proposed Operation and Maintenance Compliance Inspection Fee: $300.00
1st reading March 26, 2025, 2nd reading April 16, 2025, and 3rd and Final Reading May 28, 2025. Published May 29, 2025, and June 5, 2025, and become effective June 9, 2025.
May29 Jun5, 2025
Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate
General Code, Sec. 11661
Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26
Case No. 24-F-000386
The State of Ohio, County of Geauga, ss:
U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST C/O U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff vs. JAMES W. TITTERINGTON, ET AL., Defendants
In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at https://geauga.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov/, on Thursday, the 3rd day of July, 2025, at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and if the parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, without regard to the minimum bid requirement, at the same time of day and at the same place of the first sale, on Thursday, the 17th day of July, 2025 the following described real estate, situated in the County of Geauga and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Hambden to wit:
Situated in the Township of Hambden, County of Geauga and State of Ohio: and known as being part of Lot No. 3, Bond Tract, within the said township, and described as follows: Beginning in the center line of G.A.R. Highway (S.R. 6) at the Northeasterly corner of land conveyed to Margaret A. Reminder, et al, by deed recorded in Volume 282, Page 368, Geauga County Records of Deeds; Thence South 04 deg. 12’ West along the Easterly line of said lands, through an iron pipe 30.00 feet from said place of beginning, a total distance of 420.00 feet; Thence South 86 deg. 37’ East 100.00 feet; Thence North 04 deg. 12’ East 420.00 to the center line of G.A.R. Highway and through an iron pipe 30.00 feet therefrom; Thence North 86 deg. 37’ West along said road center line 100.00 feet to the place of beginning, containing 0.96 acres of land, be the same more or less, but subject to all legal highways.
Said Premises Located at: 14895 G.A.R. HIGHWAY, HAMBDEN TOWNSHIP, OH.
Permanent Parcel Number: 15-070200
DEPOSIT: Pursuant to O.R.C. 2329.211, the required deposit for this offering shall be $5,000.00. Said deposit shall be paid by WIRE TRANSFER of ACH DEBIT TRANSFER with https://geauga.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov.
The purchaser shall be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.
Said Premises appraised at ($130,000.00) and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount ($86,667.00). Please note: The appraisals are based on an exterior appraisal of property only, unless otherwise noted.
TERMS OF SALE: The FULL purchase price shall be paid to the Sheriff within thirty (30) days from the date of confirmation of sale, and on failure to do so, the purchaser may be held in contempt of court, the court may forfeit the sale and/or deposit, or the court may issue any other order it sees fit.
SCOTT A. HILDENBRAND,
Sheriff Geauga County, Ohio
Carrie Davis, attorney
Jun5-12-19, 2025
RESOLUTION OF THE
GEAUGA PUBLIC HEALTH
BOARD OF HEALTH
ESTABLISHING CERTAIN FEES
WHEREAS, the Ohio Revised Code, Section 3709.09, permits the Board of Health to establish by a system of fees to pay the cost of any service provided by the Board of Health for which no fee is prescribed by law; and Ohio Administrative Code 3701-29-05 allows a fee for registration; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined by the Board of Health through a program cost analysis that the fees for certain services are generating sufficient revenues to pay the cost of providing those services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Geauga Public Health is determined to provide quality Public Health services to Geauga County residents in a cost effective manner.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED That, for the purpose of preserving and promoting the Public Health and Welfare, the foregoing regulations are hereby amended/enacted as follows:
1. Proposed Operation and Maintenance Compliance Inspection Fee: $300.00
1st reading March 26, 2025, 2nd reading April 16, 2025, and 3rd and Final Reading May 28, 2025. Published May 29, 2025, and June 5, 2025, and become effective June 9, 2025.
May29 Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
SALE OF REAL ESTATE
In the State of Ohio, County of Geauga,
Case No. 23-F-000187 – CrossCountry Mortgage LLC (Plaintiff) vs. Stephanie L. Foucher, et al, (Defendants)
In pursuance of an Order of Sale directed to me in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public online auction the following described real estate:
Property Address: 12963 Lynn Road, Chesterland, Ohio 44026
Legal Description: A full legal description of the property may be obtained at www.buddybartonauctions.com.
Parcel Number: 11-161100
Said Premises Appraised: $325,000.00
Minimum Bid: $216,666.67
Location of Sale: Online Bidding at www.buddybartonauctions.com
Bidding Open Date: June 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Bidding Closes Date: June 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
2nd Provisional Open Date: July 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
2nd Provisional Close Date: July 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Terms of Sale: A deposit in the amount of $10,000 is due by wire transfer within 48 hours upon conclusion of the auction. Funding must take place within 30 days of confirmation of sale. A 5% Buyer’s Premium shall apply. The auction is subject to postponement and cancellation. Purchaser shall be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient.
Ross Barton III, Private Selling Officer, info@buddybartonauctions.com, 330-464-1375
May22-29 Jun5, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Troy Township
Two copies of the tax budget for the year 2026 for the Township of Troy, Geauga County, Ohio, will be on file and available for inspection 10 days prior to the Budget Hearing at the Troy Township Community Center. There will be a Public Budget Hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. at the Troy Township Community Center, 13950 Main Market Road (US 422), in said township. Two Copies of the budget will also be available at that time for viewing.
Jane Grudowski, Fiscal Officer
Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
GEAUGA COUNTY, OHIO
Case No. 25-F-000154 – Christopher P. Hitchcock, Treasurer of Geauga County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Bonnie L. Dixon, et al., Defendants
Bonnie L. Dixon, Unknown Heirs, Spouse, if any, of Bonnie L. Dixon, Charlene H. Hutcher, Unknown Heirs, Spouse, if any, of Charlene H. Hutcher, and Unknown Heirs, Spouse, if any, of Lois L. Peine, whose last known address was 13017 Taylor Wells Road, Chardon, OH 44024, address is unknown, and cannot, with reasonable diligence, be ascertained shall take notice; and, if deceased, their unknown heirs, devises, legatees, administrators, executors, and assigns will take notice that on the 7th day March 2025, the Treasurer of Geauga County, filed a Complaint in the Court of Common Pleas, Geauga County, 100 Short Court Street, Chardon, Ohio 44024, entitled Christopher P. Hitchcock, Treasurer of Geauga County vs. Bonnie L. Dixon, et al., Case No. 25-F-000154, against the above-named parties, praying that the premises hereinafter described be sold for the collection of delinquent real estate taxes, owed and unpaid, is $10,633.81 together with accruing taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, and charges; as well as court costs. Said premises is described as permanent parcel number(s) 12-054400. A complete legal description of the parcel(s) can be obtained from the Geauga County Recorder’s Office. The volume and page number for the parcel(s) can be obtained from the Geauga County Auditor’s Office.
The object of the action is to obtain from the Court a judgment foreclosing the tax liens against such real estate and ordering the sale of such real estate for the satisfaction of delinquent taxes.
Such action is brought against the real property only and no personal judgment shall be entered in it. However, if pursuant to the action, the property is sold for an amount that is less than the amount of the delinquent taxes, assessments, charges, penalties and interest against it, the Court, in a separate order, may enter a deficiency judgment against the owner of record of a parcel for the amount of the difference; if that owner of record is a corporation, the Court may enter the deficiency judgment against the stockholder holding a majority of the corporation’s stock.
The above-named parties are required to answer on or before 28 days after the last date of publication. Such answer must be filed with the Clerk of Courts, and a copy must be served on the Prosecuting Attorney.
By Kristen Rine, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Attorney for Plaintiff.
Jun5-12-19, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
Geauga Park District
Per Ohio Revised Code 5705.30, the Geauga Park District 2026 Tax Budget is currently available for public inspection at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org under News & Updates, and two copies are available to review in person at Big Creek Park’s Meyer Center in Chardon, prior to a public hearing on said budget at the Board of Commissioners’ regular meeting at the Meyer Center on June 16, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.
John Oros, Executive Director
Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
Russell Township Citizens’
Park District (511)
The RTCPD will hold its 2026 Budget Hearing on Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the historic Russell Town Hall at the corner of S.R. 87 and S.R. 306, 14890 Chillicothe Road (S.R. 306), Novelty, OH 44072 in Russell Township. The RTCPD regular meeting for June will immediately follow the Budget Hearing.
Maria Livers, Fiscal Officer
Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
VILLAGE OF MIDDLEFIELD, OHIO
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
DEPOSITORY & BANKING SERVICES
FOR ACTIVE DEPOSITS
The Village of Middlefield’s current contract with the Huntington National Bank and Middlefield Banking Company for banking and cash management services will expire on or about August 1, 2025. Because of the contract expiration, the Village is currently soliciting SEALED proposals for banking and cash management services for a period of not less than two (2) years, and no more than five (5) years. The Village’s intent is to award all services to the successful bidder; however, the Village retains the right to award a contract for partial services. The purpose of this RFP process is to obtain high-quality requisite depository and banking services at a competitive price.
The selected institution shall be designated as the Village’s depository for an initial three-year term commencing August 1, 2025. The depository agreement shall contain an automatic annual renewal clause that may be used in the two (2) following years, thereby providing for five (5) years of depository and banking services. The agreement may be cancelled prior to the end of each contract period upon 180 days written notice from the institution, or with 60 days written notice from the Village prior to the close of the specific contract period.
Copies of the RFP document can be obtained at Village Hall or on the Village’s website (www.middlefieldohio.com) beginning on or about June 5, 2025. Signed proposals should be submitted to the attention of the Village Fiscal Officer, Village of Middlefield in a sealed envelope. PROPOSALS ARE DUE BY 12:00 P.M. on THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2025.
Please include one original and two copies. Questions or requests for clarification may be directed to:
Mr. Nicholas Giardina, Fiscal Officer
Middlefield Municipal Center
14860 North State Avenue
Middlefield, Ohio 44062
ngiardina@middlefieldohio.com
Any exceptions to the specifications of this request for proposal must be clearly stated in writing in the proposal. The Village reserves the rights to reject any and all proposals, to waive irregularities, to retain all proposals submitted, and to use any idea in a proposal regardless of whether that proposal is selected, and to cancel this proposal if doing so would be in the public interest. The Village further has the right to (i) select the proposal it deems best in the sole and absolute discretion and judgment of the Village, (11) award partial contracts to multiple banking corporations, in the Villages sole and absolute discretion and judgment, or (iii) to reject all proposals and re-submit Requests for Proposal, in the Village’s sole and absolute discretion and judgment.
Leslie McCoy, Village Administrator
Jun5-19, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
APPEAL FOR AN AREA VARIANCE
CHESTER TOWNSHIP
ZONING RESOLUTION
Notice is hereby given that the Chester Township Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing on an application identified as number ZA-2025-5, on an appeal for an area variance to the Chester Township Zoning Resolution on the 9th day of June, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Chester Town Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road.
The applicant, Jemm Construction is requesting an Area Variance for the property located at the southeast corner of Mulberry and Lyman, parcel # 11-319300. They propose locating a house with a side yard setback of 19.67’ where 70’ is required.
This application fails to meet Section 5.01.17 of the Chester Township Zoning Resolution.
Kathleen McCarthy
Administrative Assistant
Jun5, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
MOTION TO AMEND THE
CHESTER TOWNSHIP
ZONING RESOLUTION
Notice is hereby given that the Chester Township Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on a motion which is an amendment, identified as number ZC-2025-4 to the Chester Township Zoning Resolution at the Chester Town Hall located at 12701 Chillicothe Road, at 7:00 p.m. on June 18, 2025. For information about this proposed amendment, please visit: www.chestertwp.com/upcoming-zoning-amendments
The motion proposing to amend the Zoning Resolution and Map will be available for examination at the Chester Town Hall during regular office hours and available on the Chester Township website from May 22, 2025 through all Public Hearings.
After the conclusion of the public hearing, the matter will be submitted to the board of township trustees for its action.
Kathleen McCarthy
Administrative Assistant
Jun5, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Village of Middlefield
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on July 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. at the Municipal Center, 14860 North State Street, Middlefield, Ohio, during the Council Meeting on the request of Village Council to review: 2026 Tax Budget.
All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard.
Leslie McCoy, Village Administrator
Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
Geauga County Public Library
The Geauga County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a Budget Hearing on Tuesday June 17, 2025, at 4:00 pm with the June Board meeting to follow. The meeting will be held at our Middlefield Branch 16167 East High Street Middlefield, Ohio 44062. – A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection in the office of the Fiscal Officer at 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, Ohio 44024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Lisa Havlin, Fiscal Officer
Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE/PUBLIC NOTICE
Munson Township
Board of Zoning Appeals
Munson Township Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing on June 18, 2025 at 6:30 pm at the Munson Town Hall, 12210 Auburn Rd., Munson, OH to consider the following appeals for variances.
CASE 25-12 (Continued): Robert Brownlee, 11185 Elk Run, Chardon OH – requests to keep an existing driveway/turnaround approx. 0’ from the west side lot line. Violates SEC. 511 Driveways (in part) Driveways shall be a minimum of 15’ from any lot line.
CASE 25-16: Daniel Cicchella, 11688 Maplewood, Chardon OH – requests to construct a 12’ x 12’ accessory building approx. 70’ from the road right-of-way and approx. 25’ from the rear property line. Violates SEC. 411 Minimum Dimensional Requirements – minimum setback from the road right-of-way is 80’ and minimum rear yard setback is 40’.
CASE 25-17: Kevin Koch, 10305 Butternut Rd., Chesterland OH – requests to keep attached garage (under construction) approx. 50’ from the road right-of-way. Violates SEC. 411 Minimum Dimensional Requirements – minimum setback from the road right-of-way is 80’.
Paula Friebertshauser, Secretary
Jun5, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE
TAX BUDGET HEARING
Huntsburg Township
Huntsburg Township will hold a budget hearing for the year ending December 31, 2026 on June 17, 2025 at 7:45 pm during the trustee’s regular meeting at the Town Hall located at 16534 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg. Persons requiring special needs should contact the office 48 hours prior to the hearing. Upon adoption of the Budget for the year ending December 31, 2026 two copies will be available for public inspection. Please call the office at 440-636-5486 ext. 2 for more information.
Michele A. Saunders, Fiscal Officer
Jun5, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO PROPERTY OWNER
(APPLICATION FOR A VARIANCE)
HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP
GEAUGA COUNTY, OHIO
The Huntsburg Township Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing on an application, identified as number 2025-03, for a Variance, on Wednesday the 25th day of June 2025 starting at 7:30 pm. at the Huntsburg Community Center located at 12406 Madison Road, Huntsburg, Ohio.
The application submitted by Joseph C. Miller to request he be granted a variance for use to allow for a family residence with an in-law suite at 16245 Pioneer Road, Parcel No. 16-078353, Huntsburg Township.
Persons affected or wishing to comment may speak for or against either in person or by an attorney at said hearing.
David Peterson, Chairman
Jun5, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO PROPERTY OWNER
(APPLICATION FOR A VARIANCE)
HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP
GEAUGA COUNTY, OHIO
The Huntsburg Township Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing on an application, identified as number 2025-04, for a Variance, on Wednesday the 25th day of June 2025 starting at 8:30 pm. at the Huntsburg Community Center located at 12406 Madison Road, Huntsburg, Ohio.
The application submitted by Uria W. Bender to request he be granted a variance for use to allow for a family residence with an in-law suite at 15751 Pioneer Road, Parcel No. 16-067000, Huntsburg Township.
Persons affected or wishing to comment may speak for or against either in person or by an attorney at said hearing.
David Peterson, Chairman
Jun5, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
Chagrin Valley Mini Storage
Public online auction to take place on www.bid13.com to satisfy a lien from Chagrin Valley Mini Storage. The unit is located at 10056 Kinsman Rd., Novelty, OH 44072. The auction will end on June 27, 2025 to the highest bidder. Chagrin Valley Mini Storage reserves the right to remove any unit prior to the end of the sale. Name and last known address below:
Michael Rimini, PO Box 525, Novelty, OH 44072 / 10×20 / 78 / tools
All buyers must register through www.bid13.com to participate in the live online auction and follow the terms of the website. All sales require a $100.00 deposit until emptied. Terms for payment are cash only. Any questions can be sent to greg@chagrinvalleyministorage.com
Jun5-12, 2025
