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September 02, 2022 09:56 AM 4 hours ago Chapel Hill to begin life as manufacturing site, lands new tenant Dan Shingler New wheelchair-accessible vehicles soon will be rolling off assembly lines at Akron's former Chapel Hill Mall, now known as Chapel Hill Business Park, which is also about to get a new automotive manufacturing tenant to help in the effort. Those vehicles will be made by Driverge, the manufacturing and customization arm of MobilityWorks, a Richfield-based company that provides wheelchair-accessible vans across the U.S. https://www.crainscleveland.com/manufacturing/chapel-hill-set-begin-life-manufacturing-site-landing-new-tenant

August 24, 2022 11:44 AM Rate hikes scuttle Akron apartment project; nonprofit will occupy the building instead Dan Shingler Plans to convert the former WhiteSpace Creative headquarters on Furnace Street north of downtown Akron to apartments have been abandoned, at least for now. Green Harvest Capital in Bath had planned to convert the building to about 50 new apartments, but those plans were scuttled in light of interest rate increases, said Green Harvest principal Bhavin Patel. https://www.crainscleveland.com/real-estate/rate-hikes-scuttle-akron-apartment-project-nonprofit-will-occupy-building-instead

The film festival is already held at the movie theater?

Ravenna updates: 'Wet Go' planned at former car dealership. More parking coming to downtown Diane Smith Record-Courier A former car dealership next to Ravenna's Get Go gas station is being razed to make way for a car wash affiliated with the gas station chain in the Cotton Corners area of Ravenna Township. The Ravenna Planning Commission this week approved plans for Wet Go to move to the site of the former Courtesy car dealership at 1345 E. Main St. in Ravenna. It was most recently used by the nearby Haasz car dealer. The site is on the border of the city and Ravenna Township, and township officials will need to approve the same plans, City Engineer Bob Finney said. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2022/08/31/wet-go-planned-at-ravennas-cotton-corners-area-more-parking-downtown/65465906007/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Friday, August 12, 2022 Guy D'Astolfo Construction Begins on Hotel in Ashtabula’s Historic Harbor Area ASHTABULA, Ohio – Construction is under way on a 45-room hotel in the historic harbor district that aims to become a tourism destination. The $11 million hotel is expected to open in June 2023, according to Larry Laurello, one of the three co-owners. https://businessjournaldaily.com/construction-begins-on-hotel-in-ashtabulas-historic-harbor-area/

Cuyahoga Falls school building project begins city approval process Shannon Coan Akron Beacon Journal The Cuyahoga Falls Planning Commission will meet Tuesday to discuss a proposal by the city’s school district to construct a new middle and high school campus at the Bolich Middle School and former Newberry Elementary site. The Planning Commission is scheduled to discuss the Cuyahoga Falls City School District’s proposal at 6 p.m. next Tuesday at the Natatorium Conference Center, 2345 Fourth St. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/08/05/cuyahoga-falls-school-plans-bolich-newberry-school-sites/65390817007/

Akron announces plans to upgrade Perkins Woods Pool, Ed Davis Community Center Anthony Thompson Akron Beacon Journal One of Akron's only outdoor public pools and a nearby community center in the Sherbondy Hill neighborhood will soon get multimillion-dollar upgrades. Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan recently announced the city is using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to renovate Perkins Woods Pool and the Ed Davis Community Center. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/08/02/akron-announces-updates-perkins-pool-ed-davis-community-center/10178873002/

Rothrock Road Commons Mixed Use DescriptionAs of July 28, 2022, the project is currently going before the Copley Township Architectural Review Board. An architect has been assigned. Information regarding the general contractor and method of selection has not been disclosed. A firm construction timeline has not been established. DetailsApartments, 10 Unit(s). Apartments, 32 Unit(s). Parking Space/Stalls, 157 Parking Spaces. https://goo.gl/maps/HDd3RQq2QgPDfxnaA

With renovation cost estimates climbing, future of Kenmore school renovation looks bleak Jennifer Pignolet Akron Beacon Journal Hammond Construction estimated high-priority repair costs for older APS buildings: North High School — $50,566,657.50 Kenmore high — $42,974,607.03 Miller South — $26,351,798.33 Pfeiffer Elementary — $7,605,384.52 Firestone Park Elementary — $14,622,927.64 I Promise School — $10,460,981.75 Essex early learning center — $7,610,931.25 Stewart — $6,964,339.96 Riedinger (currently houses Bridges Learning Center and Akron Alternative Academy) — $12,120,172.61 Total — $179,277,800.59 https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/2022/07/23/costs-climbing-feasibility-kenmore-garfield-high-school-renovation-question-akron-public-schools/10111719002/

Hudson formally parts with developer for Downtown Phase II, goes back to drawing board Molly Walsh Akron Beacon Journal It's back to the drawing board for Hudson's Downtown Phase II development. During a meeting Tuesday, City Council voted 6-0 to repeal legislation enacted in December that authorized negotiating and entering a purchase and sale agreement with Fairmount Properties LLC. Council member Chris Banweg was absent from the meeting. In a statement, City Council President Chris Foster thanked Fairmount Properties for its efforts with Downtown Phase II area and continued partnership with First & Main. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/2022/07/23/hudson-council-votes-end-partnership-second-developer-fairmount-properties-downtown-phase-ii/10114221002/

Maybe it's dead. The source I got it from isn't always up to date.

Mindale Farms Residential Development Tallmadge https://goo.gl/maps/fhWGFtNY6LrzJERW8 Owner to Subcontract. Project Status Construction Documents, Construction Start Expected September 2022, Estimated Value $92,300,000 Owner Pulte Homes of Ohio Single-Family Homes, New Construction, 236 Lots, 124.30 Acres.

Lucci's Place pizza owners open laid-back Bar Lucci on North Water Street Derek Kreider Record-Courier After years of planning, Bar Lucci has finally opened on North Water Street. Kent's latest watering hole opened its doors for the first time on July 8 to a thirsty crowd. "It's been pretty good so far," said co-owner Jon Finley. "Opening weekend was busy, and every day has not been a loss." https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2022/07/16/bar-lucci-opens-north-water-street-kent-ohio-pizza-owners-jon-peter-finley/10047298002/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=list_article_thumb&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Portage courthouse parking lot improvements to cost less than expected Diane Smith Record-Courier A parking lot that serves the Portage County Courthouse in Ravenna will cost thousands less than once estimated, Portage County commissioners learned Thursday. JoAnn Townend, director of internal services, updated commissioners on the status of the county owned lot behind the courthouse, which is used by jurors and visitors to the courthouse. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2022/07/16/portage-county-ohio-courthouse-ravenna-parking-upgrade-cost-less-than-expected/10058356002/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=list_article_thumb&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Bent Tree Coffee in Kent moves roasting operation to renovated factory on N. Mantua Street Diane Smith Record-Courier A former factory on North Mantua in Kent is being transformed into a mixed use building that will house a coffee roaster, offices and other uses. The Kent Planning Commission recently approved a conditional use permit and site plan for the renovation of a building at 716 N. Mantua St. at the corner of Mantua Street and Cuyahoga Avenue, which will become a mixed-use building with several tenants. One of those tenants is Bent Tree Coffee, which plans to relocate its retail and wholesale roasting operation to the building. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2022/07/14/bent-treet-coffee-roaster-occupy-kent-ohio-north-mantua-building/10046754002/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Move-in date for new Kent City Hall pushed to July 2024 after multiple delays Diane Smith Record-Courier Kent City Council got an update on the construction of the new city hall Tuesday, learning that it will be about two years until they can finally move into the building. The city has been working to plan and design the building for six years. The design was nearing completion in 2019 when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and the project had to be rebid because all bids were more than 10 percent higher than estimated, city Service Director Melanie Baker said. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2022/07/12/move-date-new-kent-city-hall-pushed-july-2024-ohio/10007865002/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Or refinancing for all of the price increases. Things like framing number they received a year ago when the contract was signed are not the same today. I'm sure subs are asking for increases but I have no intimate knowledge.

Ravenna's Riddle Block 9 renovation project gets historic preservation tax credits Diane Smith Record-Courier Riddle Block 9, the historic landmark in downtown Ravenna being restored to its former splendor, has received another source of funding, this one from the state. The building at 200 W. Main St. will receive $250,000 in Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credits. Melissa Shelton, who owns the building along with her husband, Doug, said the credits, which will be issued over 5 years, can apply toward the entire $1.586 million renovation project. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2022/06/28/riddle-block-9-gets-historic-preservation-tax-credits/7704100001/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Bowling is out, but Spins Bowl developer is in as Sto-Kent site heads for 'gut renovation' Molly Walsh Akron Beacon Journal After purchasing the former site of Sto-Kent Entertainment for nearly $1 million, its new developer plans to open another entertainment venue with more outdoor activities. Diamond Properties President Bill Diamond said the goal for the Sto-Kent location is to transform it into an indoor/outdoor entertainment venue that offers a compelling experience for all ages and demographics. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2022/06/27/spins-bowl-owner-diamond-properties-plans-gut-renovation-sto-kent-entertainment/7566414001/?utm_source=record-courier-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=list_article_thumb&utm_content=NREC-OHIO-KENTRAVENNA-NLETTER65

Wow, this does not sound good for the residents: “You want a property tax credit? The only way the township makes money is property tax, so if you want us to give up property tax, you have to compensate us in another fashion, and that’s joining the JEDD so we can levy an income tax there,” he said.

Big Mamma's Burritos brings 'melting pot of American burritos' to downtown Akron Shannon Coan Akron Beacon Journal When asked to describe the food Big Mamma’s Burritos serves, just two words came to owner and operator John D’Andrea’s mind: “the best.” The new quick-serve burrito restaurant opened May 7 in downtown Akron and hopes to bring something different with its burritos, made in just 34 seconds. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/06/23/big-mammas-burritos-opens-new-restaurant-downtown-akron/7660399001/

'I really couldn't be more proud': Akron gets first new tire plant in more than 70 years Shannon Coan Akron Beacon Journal For the first time in more than 70 years, the Rubber City, once synonymous with tire building, opened a new tire plant. Bridgestone Americas unveiled its Advanced Tire Production Center set to become the company’s new home for race tire production during a grand opening ceremony Wednesday morning. The plant will manufacture all Firestone Firehawk race tires for the NTT IndyCar series, best-known for the Indianapolis 500 race. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/06/22/bridgestone-opens-new-advanced-tire-production-center-akron/7690608001/

I'm sure they could have sold before Platform was even an idea.

Crave in final prep stages for soft openings, grand opening at Landmark Building Kerry Clawson Akron Beacon Journal Servers were training with the chef in the main dining room and owner/chef Aaron Hervey was prepping an Akron-style giardiniera appetizer with pickled peppers and olives in the kitchen late last week in preparation for the new Crave's soft opening this week in downtown Akron. Preparations are in the final stages at the restaurant's new location at the Landmark Building in downtown Akron, a space that Hervey stresses has dramatic upgrades as part of the Bowery development at Main and Bowery streets. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/06/21/crave-owners-staff-getting-close-grand-opening-june-27-bowery/7616576001/

I don't recall noticing that this one has the Tremont Black apartments in it. Thunderbird was a high quality presentation to sell the project. You can now literally see the difference in getting what you pay for.