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Dear Ward 7 Resident:Summer has arrived in Cleveland and

things are looking up for our city and our community.

Cleveland City Council approved a number of measures this spring which will help benefit Ward 7 in years to come. As a result of the City’s prudent fiscal management, Cleveland will contribute millions of dollars toward maintenance on our Hough recreation centers – Thurgood Marshall and EJ Kovacic (see page 2). Those monies will go towards much needed renovations and repairs at both facilities.

We have even more projects in progress and coming soon that will be pivotal to the rejuvenation of Hough and be catalysts for the entire city:• The renovation of League Park (see

page 3) is becoming a reality. The dirt is turning and work is underway to renovate and redevelop this property.

• The multi-million dollar Upper Chester District is moving forward (see below). This stellar project will bring both new housing and retail to ward 7. The standout development for the district will be a full service grocery store.

• Construction has begun on the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center (see page 2). This $3 million facility will service veterans in need of minor outpatient surgeries.

I am honored to be a part of a legacy of Council members, like Carrie Cain, David Collier and Fannie Lewis, who fought tirelessly for our community. Their torch has been passed, and it is through our rich history and pride that Hough will rise again. We have quite a lot of work ahead of us, but you will see progress across Ward 7 in the coming summer months.

This change cannot come on its own. I need your help in keeping our neighbor-hoods clean and safe. I encourage you to take an active role in your block club and become more visible on your street. Let’s all work together to improve Ward 7. And as always, feel free to contact my office at 216-664-2908 with any questions, comments or concerns.

Sincerely,

TJ DowCouncilman, Ward 7

Councilman TJ Dow is excited to inform residents that the Upper Chester revitalization project will begin later this year. The master plan for this community

based effort will involve multiple development phases. Construction

will soon begin on retail and housing that will include:

» 36,000 square foot, full service grocery store

» 35,000 square feet of retail space

» 295 market rate rental apartments

» 58 low-income senior apartments

“This project will not only provide a quality and reasonable fresh food

source to our area, it will provide residents with affordable housing

and ample retail space for those looking to do business in Ward 7,” says

Councilman Dow. “This multi-million dollar project is just one of many

vibrant developments that will rejuvenate the Hough community.”

The Legacy conTinuesA Message from Councilman TJ Dow

ComIng To WArd 7

Revitalization of the Upper Chester district

Below are conceptual renderings of the future housing and retail developments throughout Upper Chester including Chester Market and senior housing.

Pictured with Councilman Dow are past Ward 7 council members Carrie Cain (1967-1975), David Collier (1975-1980)

and Fannie M. Lewis (1980-2008); Councilman Dow at the League Park groundbreaking ceremony fall 2012.

Councilman Dow is proud to inform residents that construction has begun on the $3 million Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Ward 7. Located between E. 89th

and 90th Streets, north of Superior Avenue, this

9,989 sq ft facility will service veterans in need

of minor outpatient surgeries. It will not have an

emergency room, nor will it be a trauma center. The

multi-million dollar center will be constructed to

be extremely energy efficient and environmentally

friendly, according to Silver LEED standards and

guidelines.

Councilman Dow is excited about this new center

in Ward 7. Look for more information to come from

Councilman Dow’s office about the status of this

project including potential jobs for residents.

ComIng To WArd 7 VA Outpatient Surgery Center

ComIng To WArd 7

Renovations to Thurgood Marshall Rec Center

ComIng To WArd 7

Renovations to EJ Kovacic Rec Center

Over $6 million have been slated for renovations at Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center. Located at 8611 Hough Avenue, the recreation center’s upgrades will include much needed repairs to the gymnasium and the swimming pool. Councilman Dow will keep residents informed on the status of this anticipated project.

EJ Kovacic Recreation Center will receive over $530,000 in needed repairs. Work being performed at Kovacic Rec Center, which is located at 6250 St. Clair Avenue, will include:

» Roof repairs throughout building

» Repair and re-coating of existing stone cornice throughout the center

» Renovation of the women’s locker room completely with new walls, floors, ceilings, lighting, lockers, showers, toilets and HVAC system

Pastor Lovel Henderson, Jr. was born in mobile, Alabama and raised in Pensacola, Florida. He moved to Cleveland in 1991. Pastor Henderson has been married to Queen Howard-Henderson for nearly 20 years. They have four adult children, Sylvia, darryl, Kamarcus, Ammon, and two grandsons Timothy and Jeremiah.

Pastor Henderson proudly served his county as a member of the United States Army from 1965-1968 and was honorably discharged with a rank of Sp/4. He recently retired from the Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs medical Center after 20 years of employment.

In 1999, Pastor Henderson answered the call to ministry and was ordained by the Church of god, Anderson, Indiana in 2008. He obtained his BA in Business Administration from Baldwin-Wallace College in 2000. Currently, Pastor Henderson serves as the Associate Pastor of the Fifth Church of god. He is also

Coordinator of the Spiritual 12-Step mirror discussion group and Coordinator of the men’s ministry. Pastor Henderson also volunteers in several capacities including serving hot meals to the homeless and assisting with the teen program at Fatima Family Center.

Pastor Henderson is very passionate about helping veterans. He runs a Veterans drop-In Center located at the Fatima Family Center and hopes to develop a television program to provide information to veterans regarding available services.

A member of the “A new day in Hough” committee, Pastor Henderson is very active in Ward 7. He is always willing to go the extra mile and help where needed. When he is not helping others he enjoys traveling to new places and meeting new people. He is unquestionably a very giving individual. Join Councilman dow in congratulating Lovel Henderson, Jr. as the 2013 Senior of the Year.

Councilman TJ Dow with Mr. Henderson and Mayor Frank Jackson at the 2013 City of Cleveland Senior Day Celebration held on May 21.

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The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission is looking for energetic, dedicated individuals to assist with the events at this year’s National Senior Games from July 19 - August 1. Must one of three volunteer training sessions in June/early July.

For details on how you can volunteer, call 216-479-6361 or go online: www.nsga.com/volunteer-for-the-games.aspx

SAVE THE DATE • FREE EVENT!

Cleveland Senior WalkThursday,July25•10:00am

mall C – Lakeside AvenueCall the Cleveland Department of Agingat 216-664-2833 for registration details.

Conceptual renderings of the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

IMAGES, FROM TOP TO bOTTOM:• Northwest League Park entry trellis

• Aerial view of ballfields and complex

• Rendering of the visitor center/plaza

• View of League Park Ticket House; League Park Picnic Pavilion

Renovation of the Historic League Park has begun!A $5 million investment by the City of Cleveland, the League Park revitalization project aims to preserve the history of one of the nation’s oldest and honored baseball sites while providing a modern, multi-use park for our community. Completion of the renovation of League Park is anticipated later this year/early 2014.

Streetscape Improvements: Also included with the renovations will be over $3 million in street improvements for streets surrounding the park.

• Area of ballpark: 4.3 acres - This includes the historic Ticket House, League Park Plaza, new Visitor’s Center, bleachers and ball field

• Seating capacity of bleachers: 520 seats

• Historic Ticket House Area will have two floors total which will include a meeting room, exhibit space and workroom

• Area of community park: 3.7 acres – This area will include a picnic pavilion, splash pad, softball field and a 1/3 mile walking track

• The Visitor Center will be contain a meeting area, concessions, and restrooms and will also house a 1,700 sq.ft. conference/exhibit room

• Restoration of the ball field with home plate in its original location and outfield wall; renovation of the ticket house, the under-ground tunnel that ran from the clubhouse to the dugout and the original brick wall along East 66th Street near Lexington Avenue

• A museum documenting the history of the Park to both MLB and the Negro Leagues

“STATS” FOR THE LEAGUE PARK REVITALIzATION PROJECT INCLUDE:

HISTORIC LEAGUE PARK FACTS1891- League Park opens and Cy Young delivers first pitch

Was the home of both the Cleveland Indians and the Cleveland buckeyes of the Negro League

1920 - Indians win the World Series at the ballpark

1929 - Was the ballpark where Babe Ruth hit his 500th home run

Joe DiMaggio extends famous hitting streak to 56th game at the ballpark; streak ends next game

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JULY 12 Fidelity baptist Church | 8402 Wade Park Ave. | 216-231-0184

AUG. 9 Fellowship baptist Church | 1754 East 55th St. | 216-431-0447

SEPT. 13 Fatima Center | 6600 Lexington Ave. | 216-391-0505

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DEC. 13 Thurgood Marshall Rec. Ctr. | 8611 Hough Ave. | 216-664-4045

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