October 22, 201311 yr Ugh. I'd love to see a stronger post-secondary/higher ed presence in Downtown Canton, but Shale Oil speculation training sure isn't the way to get there.
October 22, 201311 yr Yeah, I do sort of agree. However, this is taking the place of a pretty nasty looking surface parking lot. Don't want to turn my nose up to this and hold out for the ideal situation.
October 23, 201311 yr Ugh. I'd love to see a stronger post-secondary/higher ed presence in Downtown Canton, but Shale Oil speculation training sure isn't the way to get there. Stark State seems to think it is.
October 24, 201311 yr NEO Buckeye, are you a Canton resident? Not that it matters, just rare to find that on these forums. I've been sort of the lone Cantonian.
October 30, 201311 yr North Canton demolishes former ‘NoCaHi’ By Dottie McGrew Special to the Beacon Journal NORTH CANTON: Within the next few days, little, if anything, will remain of the former North Canton High School on Charlotte Street. Demolition began last week with interior work; walls are coming down this week. Hoover Sideliners, the high school booster club, plans to collect the bricks and sell them to raise funds for athletic programs. The demolition site is too dangerous to allow the public to gather bricks, district Business Manager Todd Henne said. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/north-canton-demolishes-former-nocahi-1.440905
November 3, 201311 yr NEO Buckeye, are you a Canton resident? Not that it matters, just rare to find that on these forums. I've been sort of the lone Cantonian. Technically no. I have lived in Akron for most of my life. But since the two cities are so close, and because I have experienced so much informal overlap between them in my social and professional lives, I really feel just as much at home in Canton as I do in Akron. So maybe that makes me an "honorary" Cantonian? :-) You are certainly right about posters from Canton being rare, though. I have been hoping to maybe see some members of the downtown arts or professional communities post here eventually. I guess it also would help if there were a more active urbanist blog scene representing the area, which doesn't yet seem to be the case.
November 4, 201311 yr Honorary Cantonian will work. I suppose I share the same comfortable feelings towards Akron. It's probably funny to you, but Akron feels like a big city to me. I guess it works that way when you're looking up? Even though Akron permanently borrowed our ball club, I like the city a lot. I also have to admit that Canal Park is a zillion times nicer that Thurman Munson Stadium could have ever dream it would be. I wish our downtown was as in tact as Akron's too. I always feel like it's my job to defend against any of the irrational broad strokes that most people online like to paint Canton with. I wish I didn't feel so much like a loner. If the day ever comes that I start seeing more positive activity, i'll figure that things are starting to take off. I'm a cyclist and was sort of alone in that too. Now i'm starting to see cyclists pretty frequently. Actual commuters, not just people that cannot drive. All of my co-workers used to assume that I had DUI problems because of my bicycle.
November 4, 201311 yr I think you are onto something about "looking up" based upon size, because I see Cleveland and Pittsburgh as the "big cities" in the region. Akron and Canton have always seemed more comparable to each other to me, despite the difference of about 100k people between their proper municipal definitions. At the same time, Canton has some big townships that would add substantially to its population if they were incorporated as part of the city. As for the old Canton-Akron Indians, I do think it is unfortunate that Akron poached them from Canton, despite the benefits that they have provided at Canal Park and in Downtown Akron. Still, I'd really rather see our cities work together to help and boost each other economically than to compete against each other and rely on one-upmanship to benefit at the other's expense, even if things as they are have probably been generally more favorable for Akron. Both cities are really too small to stand alone these days. Maybe a partnership similar to what Raleigh and Durham have in NC would work? It's how the Research Triangle was born, and look at how both of those sister cities have benefitted from that collaborative effort. At any rate, I would love to see something similar to Canal Park in Downtown Canton. I do love what is happening with the arts there though. First Fridays are as lively and fun as anything happening on any given weekend night in Downtown Akron, if not more so. Akron surprisingly does not have anything really comparable as an arts district. I mean there is Highland Square and Northside, but both are tiny and only have a few small galleries. Canton by comparison has so many layers of art and galleries throughout the formal arts district and beyond its fringes that it's really tough to see and appreciate it all in one evening. I would definitely say that Canton holds a huge edge on Akron in this regard. Keep defending Canton, my friend. There is a lot of hope and potential still evident there, and I think the arts as well as the new bike lanes downtown will really help to pave the way towards the future. I'm doing my part to promote and defend it too.
November 19, 201311 yr Heinz plans $28 million expansion in Massillon The H.J. Heinz Co. is looking to add nearly 250 jobs in Massillon by expanding its processing facility on Oberlin Road SW Steven M. Grazier IndeOnline.com staff writer Posted Nov. 18, 2013 @ 11:29 pm If money were ketchup, a whole lot of the red sauce would appear to be oozing into the city in the near future. The H.J. Heinz Co. — a pillar in the ketchup industry — is planning a $28 million expansion to its processing facility at 1301 Oberlin Road SW, an effort that aims to add 249 local manufacturing jobs over three years, beginning next year, and retain up to 450 existing positions, according to Mayor Kathy Catazaro-Perry. "This is a great deal for the city. We're excited (Heinz) chose us for a place to invest and grow," the mayor said Monday, noting the job retention part of the agreement was paramount. Read more: http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20131118/NEWS/131119352#ixzz2l6KV11ga "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
November 19, 201311 yr Heinz plans $28 million expansion in Massillon The H.J. Heinz Co. is looking to add nearly 250 jobs in Massillon by expanding its processing facility on Oberlin Road SW Steven M. Grazier IndeOnline.com staff writer Posted Nov. 18, 2013 @ 11:29 pm If money were ketchup, a whole lot of the red sauce would appear to be oozing into the city in the near future. The H.J. Heinz Co. — a pillar in the ketchup industry — is planning a $28 million expansion to its processing facility at 1301 Oberlin Road SW, an effort that aims to add 249 local manufacturing jobs over three years, beginning next year, and retain up to 450 existing positions, according to Mayor Kathy Catazaro-Perry. "This is a great deal for the city. We're excited (Heinz) chose us for a place to invest and grow," the mayor said Monday, noting the job retention part of the agreement was paramount. Read more: http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20131118/NEWS/131119352#ixzz2l6KV11ga ^ Sweet. My brother works there.
December 11, 201311 yr I don't have pictures, but the Onesto hotel in downtown has been showing good visible progress. The masonry at the base has been cleaned in spots. They are installing windows too. I can't tell if the are new, or just re glazed and painted. Glad to see it happening.
December 13, 201311 yr I don't have pictures, but the Onesto hotel in downtown has been showing good visible progress. The masonry at the base has been cleaned in spots. They are installing windows too. I can't tell if the are new, or just re glazed and painted. Glad to see it happening. How is the new YMCA coming?
December 16, 201311 yr I believe the YMCA is nearly ready. Here is an article published 3 days ago: YMCA nearly ready to open Jessica Holbrook CantonRep.com business writer Posted Dec. 12, 2013 @ 8:26 pm Dec 12, 2013 at 11:39 PM During a sneak peek Thursday of the YMCA that bears his name, Eric Snow picked up a basketball and took a ceremonial first shot in one of the gym's newly-hung hoops. The ball stuck. Snow, and a crowd of donors and YMCA staff, laughed. He jumped, knocked the ball out of the net and tried again in the second hoop. Then the third. All three stuck. Read more: http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20131212/NEWS/131219747/10284/NEWS#ixzz2ncua1XQg
January 2, 201411 yr New orthopedic center planned in Jackson Township By Cheryl Powell Beacon Journal medical writer Published: December 30, 2013 - 06:34 PM An Akron developer recently announced plans to build a 44,000-square-foot outpatient medical office and surgery center for Spectrum Orthopaedics Inc. in Jackson Township. Signet Development Ltd. will own the facility, at the corner of Frank Avenue and Applegrove Street, and lease the building to the medical practice, according to Mark S. Corr, president and chief operating officer of Signet Enterprises. Affiliates Signet Equity Partners and Signet Capital are arranging funding for the project. http://www.ohio.com/news/new-orthopedic-center-planned-in-jackson-township-1.456061
April 7, 201411 yr There are a lot of Canton developments to go through, but the brutal winter has really kept me from updating this thread. - The Onesto hotel is finally moving along, at a nice pace too. Windows are going in and drywall is being hung. The building is open for tours on the first Friday of every month now. They have a facebook page too: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Historic-Onesto-Lofts/277532245742631?ref=br_tf
July 21, 201410 yr It's been a while since I updated, but many things have been happening in Downtown Canton this year. There have been some new businesses opened and some added street life. I drove through town on a Thursday night and was shocked to see a huge crowd at Buzzbin. There has been a certain buzz that was missing despite all of the improvements over the past decade. Some new notable businesses: - Cultured Coffee, a new coffee shop in a previously unoccupied storefront near the arts district. - Deli Ohio, celebrated 1 year of business and looks like they are here to stay. - A new clothing, rummage, thrift type store opened in a previously unoccupied space. - Grapes in a glass, a nice little wine bar - Tapas 218, bourbon bar and fancy food - Cork and Canvas, small plate food and wine. - Cheese Louise - food Some big news: The Onesto Hotel renovation has kicked into full swing and looks to be renting it's first units this year. I believe they now have a floor finished, or nearly so, to display on first Friday events. This project has been hung on financing for a long, long time. It is refreshing to see it moving toward completion! Some REALLY big news!: Canton Brewing Company is opening in December! Not just some crummy little place, but a real professional looking operation. They have shared updates on equipment, building construction and some of the work they are doing on their beers. I've been really impressed and am personally very excited to see this one. The building is centrally located and seating will open up to a small green space on market ave. Again, this is the rear of a previously unused space that is located in a prime spot. Some of the interior work:
July 21, 201410 yr ^Thanks for the updates! Looks like some cool things are happening in Canton. Nice to see.
July 21, 201410 yr Excellent updates. I was in Canton about a month ago and saw some of that, but didn't know about half. I hope the momentum continues.
November 11, 201410 yr Timken Co’s new, open headquarters a bump up By Jim Mackinnon Beacon Journal business writer Published: November 10, 2014 - 10:31 PM JACKSON TWP.: Timken Co.’s Chief Executive Officer, Richard Kyle, was involved in a “casual collision” early Monday inside the bearing company’s recently finished headquarters. It was all good. There were no injuries, just an exchange of pleasantries. Actually, so-called casual collisions — basically, informal and unexpected encounters — are an intentional consequence of the building’s design. /\/\/\ Nice looking interiors
November 21, 201410 yr I am working in Canton this week and we just got lunch at Deli Ohio. What an awesome place! There actually was what appeared to be a high school class on a field trip eating while I was, and the owner of the place was speaking to them, so I got to learn all about their history and future plans. Nearly everything is local, and they are very focused on being involved with revitalization of downtown Canton. He also said that next summer, they are going to jackhammer a huge parking lot behind their building and create a urban garden/farm/park with public spaces to try to add some green space to the overly-concrete area. Just wanted to give them a shout out/recommendation. The pic I've attached is just from google streetview, but it shows the lot that will be converted, including cool "rust belt" mural.
November 26, 201410 yr Deli Ohio is wonderful. I usually try to stop in there at least a few times a month. :-D Did not know anything about the back lot conversion to a garden, but I'm glad to see it happening. It's definitely inspiring to see people taking an active interest in Downtown Canton. It would definitely benefit from having more green space and trees in place of some of the crumbling asphalt and concrete lots.
November 27, 201410 yr Agreed, Deli Ohio is great. We just had my sisters baby shower there last Sunday. I think everyone was really happy with it. The mural (which is my favorite in town) was done by Steve Ehret. He is working on one in the former mother goosland now. http://www.steveehret.com/
December 1, 201410 yr Hall of Fame Village has its own thread: http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,29768.0.html
September 29, 20159 yr Tax breaks weighed for Bliss Tower in Canton Canton City Council on Monday discussed a potential real estate tax break for developer Steve Coon so he can turn Bliss Tower into luxury apartments. By Alison Matas CantonRep.com staff writer Posted Sep. 28, 2015 at 10:22 PM CANTON The developer who’s seeking a tax break for a $12.5 million downtown renovation heard more kudos than questions from elected officials Monday. Canton City Council discussed a potential tax abatement for Steve Coon so he can turn Bliss Tower, at 217 Second St. NW, into luxury apartments. Most of the conversation centered on whether Coon will use local labor on the project and on his success with the Historic Onesto Lofts. “We really need to invest in him so he can invest in downtown,” Councilman Thomas West, D-2, said. MORE: http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20150928/NEWS/150929347/ "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
September 30, 20159 yr I wonder what's under the glass and metal. It would be great to see them go after historic preservation credits and restore the original facade.
September 30, 20159 yr ^The glass and metal is the original facade. The Bliss Tower dates to the 60's, I believe.
November 13, 20159 yr Retailers lined up for Venue at Belden By Edd Pritchard CantonRep.com staff writer Follow @@epritchardREP Posted Nov. 12, 2015 at 8:48 PM PLAIN TWP. If you’ve missed shopping at a local Stein Mart store, you’ll be happy to know the retailer has plans to return to Stark County next year. It’s one of four tenants lined up for the Venue at Belden, under reconstruction on the northeast corner of Everhard Road and Whipple Avenue NW. The property is co-owned by DeVille Development and Rodney Napier, who has been using it as home to several businesses. http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20151112/NEWS/151119712
February 1, 20169 yr Hoover District construction moves along despite delays Work on the current construction phase of the Hoover District is expected to be finished by August. By Robert Wang Construction of 131 high-end apartments, retail stores and office space in 40,000 square feet at the Hoover District is expected to be done by August, according to a top project manager. Carol Smith, vice president of IRG Realty Advisors, described the project’s progress: http://www.cantonrep.com/news/20160131/hoover-district-construction-moves-along-despite-delays
February 15, 20169 yr New, 26,000-square-foot professional building planned in downtown Massillon By Steven M. Grazier Independent staff writer A multimillion-dollar complex with the capability to board multiple business offices downtown is in the works for 2017. MCTV owner and President Bob Gessner envisions the First North Building, a 26,000-square-foot, multiuse office facility built on an empty lot at First Street and North Avenue NE. The property is directly east of the remodeled AA Hammersmith Insurance Agency office. http://www.cantonrep.com/news/20160212/new-26000-square-foot-professional-building-planned-in-downtown-massillon
February 15, 20169 yr Great use of this horrible lot: http://mapper.acme.com/?ll=40.79847,-81.52299&z=20&t=S , but I'm curious as to its location - so far from the center?
June 8, 20169 yr Moved the HOF discussion to the appropriate thread: http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,29768.35.html
July 11, 20168 yr New entrance, eateries coming to Belden Village Mall Here's a first look at its major exterior renovation. By Jessica Holbrook Repository staff writer Posted Jul. 8, 2016 at 12:24 PM Updated Jul 8, 2016 at 6:02 PM JACKSON TWP. Belden Village Mall will soon have a new look and new restaurants. The mall is undergoing its "first major exterior renovation since 1987" with a newly-designed north entrance, exterior work to create an updated, contemporary feel and a landscaping project, according to a news release Friday. • Burntwood Tavern, a Chagrin-Falls based eatery, will open in early 2017 in the former Max & Erma's location. The upscale restaurant chain has seven locations in Northeast Ohio. http://www.cantonrep.com/news/20160708/new-entrance-eateries-coming-to-belden-village-mall
September 19, 20168 yr Are the Onesto lofts worth $11 million or just $1 million? By Alison Matas Repository staff writer Posted Sep 18, 2016 at 6:06 AM CANTON The Historic Onesto Lofts reopened its doors nearly two years ago and hosted an event in the grand ballroom, giving the public a first glimpse at a multimillion restoration effort that spanned a decade. A month later, a private appraiser hired by the city of Canton walked through the 13-story building and decided its new market value was close to $11 million. The renovation was almost finished, he wrote in his appraisal, and residents would begin arriving in early 2015. http://www.cantonrep.com/news/20160918/are-onesto-lofts-worth-11-million-or-just-1-million
October 27, 20168 yr Fat Head's Brewery eyes Canton and Charlotte, N.C., for expansion By Rick Armon Published: October 27, 2016 The Ohio-based brewery is eyeing a brewpub at 3885-3893 Everhard Road in a Plain Township plaza that also has an Earth Fare and is located just down the street from the Westfield Belden Village mall. At 10,000 square feet, the brewpub would be slightly smaller than the Fat Head’s location in North Olmsted but would feature an outdoor patio. Fat Head’s also operates a brewpub in Portland, Ore., a production brewery in Middleburg Heights and a restaurant in Pittsburgh. http://www.ohio.com/blogs/the-beer-blog/the-beer-blog-1.273124/fat-head-s-brewery-eyes-canton-and-charlotte-n-c-for-expansion-1.722634
October 28, 20168 yr Plant expansion turns Canton into a hub for Ball Corp. October 22, 2016 Updated 18 hours ago By Dan Shingler Canton is fully living up to its name, thanks to Colorado-based Ball Corp. Ball — known to cooks everywhere for its home-canning supplies and to food and consumer-product makers as a major packaging company — is doubling the size of its plant on Warner Road in Canton and more than quadrupling its staff to over 100. http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20161022/NEWS/161029994/plant-expansion-turns-canton-into-a-hub-for-ball-corp
January 10, 20178 yr Market Square plans taken to new heights The new plans for the square - including the sculpture, a covered stage, a video screen, restaurant and restrooms - would cost about $9.4 million. By Kelly Byer 
Repository staff writer CANTON Plans to transform Market Square into an "iconic" attraction have grown considerably - along with the price tag. Canton City Council were presented Monday with revamped designs from architects for the one-acre green space in the downtown area. To see designs, click here. http://www.cantonrep.com/news/20170109/market-square-plans-taken-to-new-heights WOW, this project went from about $1mil. to $9mil. + Check out the images from the link in the article. Pretty ugly, IMO. LINK
January 10, 20178 yr Ugh. Not everything needs to be football themed - although I found the football themed power poles to be cute. But... this is staritecture at its worst. While it is iconic and unique, it doesn't seem to serve the public. The architects claims the interior will be hollow so people will climb a ladder to the top? I'm sure the city will jump right in on the liability insurance for that one. And who will supervise the patrons that will climb this hollow football? Will there be an observation deck at the top? And how many will do this? It's not accessible to most of the public, and certainly not to the disabled, and if the Purple People Bridge Climb is any indication, the vast majority will simply not take up the offer. It's no higher than other nearby buildings and offers no unique viewpoints. And it will be closed in windy weather? And in the winter? You've eliminated about a third of the year. An integrated landscape with a large gazebo, splash pad, fountains, playground and countless other ideas, replicated in other cities to great success, could work better.
January 10, 20178 yr It has more of a "Huh?" effect on me. So they are going to build a 160ft shower in the grassy square. Are people in Canton trying to get wet before they go into a restaurant? Just because it will look pretty for stupid promotional flyers of Canton doesn't mean it should be moved forward. i would suggest they have a firehose shoot straight up on the square and see if that is good enough or see how long that amuses people. That would save $9 million. You're welcome, Canton.
January 11, 20178 yr Ha, yes, I agree with both comments. Sherman Cahal[/member]: An integrated landscape with a large gazebo, splash pad, fountains, playground and countless other ideas, replicated in other cities to great success, could work better. Right, and they had exactly that with the first design that was only $1mil. I think it's more functional as well.
March 20, 20178 yr Hercules development could give Canton more strength Posted Mar 19, 2017 at 12:30 PM By Charita Goshay Because Hercules is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it was eligible for Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive program, which provides a 20-percent credit for restoring buildings that meet the criteria. The Hercules site has been occupied since the 1870s. One of its earliest occupants was Cornelius Aultman's "thresher" company, Timken said. Current buildings range from the 1900s to the 1940s. The last occupant was Hercules Engines, which opened in 1915 and closed in 1999. http://www.cantonrep.com/special/20170319/hercules-development-could-give-canton-more-strength
December 7, 20177 yr UPDATE: Renkert Building targeted for future redevelopment By Ed Balint CantonRep.com staff writer @ebalintREP Posted Dec 6, 2017 at 3:53 PM The 10-story brick landmark was purchased for a potential residential and commercial development project. CANTON The 10-story, brick-clad Renkert Building is the latest property pegged for redevelopment in an effort to infuse downtown Canton with more residents and visitors. The Downtown Canton Land Bank purchased the building and adjacent parking spaces at an auction Wednesday for $924,000. Michael Gill, president of the Land Bank, submitted the winning bid for the block-long, narrow building, a signature of the downtown skyline. The building and parking area were auctioned separately but the Land Bank wanted both parcels and outbid others. http://www.cantonrep.com/news/20171206/update-renkert-building-targeted-for-future-redevelopment
December 12, 20177 yr Akron Children's Hospital to build pediatric health care center in North Canton Updated Dec 11, 1:43 PM; Posted Dec 11, 1:46 PM By Jennifer Conn, Akron reporter, cleveland.com jconnCleveland[/member].com AKRON, Ohio - Akron Children's Hospital is building a new three-story building in North Canton to house pediatric primary care, and about a dozen of its most in-demand pediatric specialty care practices and rehabilitation services. The 38,000-square-foot Akron Children's North Canton Health Center will be the first of several such centers that will be built around the region. It is planned to open in late 2018 at 6076 Whipple Ave. on Aultman Hospital property as part of a long-term lease. Children's services currently located at three other Stark County locations will be consolidated there. http://www.cleveland.com/akron/index.ssf/2017/12/akron_childrens_hospital_to_bu.html#incart_river_index
January 5, 20187 yr I don't know why Canton is overthinking the Market Square park. The best small urban parks I've been to are just trees, benches/picnic tables, and some playthings for kids, maybe a fountain.
January 5, 20187 yr It probably only needs a sprucing up, they can get rid of the parking lot that takes up half the block and focus on business development around the park. Still not exactly sure what the 200 ft thing is (fountain? Statue?) but they are probably trying for something distinct... A symbol.
January 10, 20187 yr It probably only needs a sprucing up, they can get rid of the parking lot that takes up half the block and focus on business development around the park. Still not exactly sure what the 200 ft thing is (fountain? Statue?) but they are probably trying for something distinct... A symbol. No clue, some kind of eye catcher that serves no purpose when in the space. Does Canton Brewing take up the entire building? I know the restaurant is only the back half.
February 2, 20187 yr Canton's Gervasi Vineyard reveals plans for new distillery, luxury lodging in latest expansion By JEREMY NOBILE February 01, 2018 2:40 pm Updated 19 hours ago anton's Gervasi Vineyard has announced plans to expand its 55-acre, Tuscany-inspired combined winery and resort with a new luxury boutique hotel and distillery. Construction of the two-building expansion is expected to begin this spring, with the projects completed in either late 2018 or early 2019. The winery opened in 2010. The sprawling property comprises Gervasi Village, which contains three distinct restaurants (The Bistro, The Crush House Wine Bar & Eatery and the seasonal outdoor patio The Piazza), large event spaces for weddings and events at The Pavilion and The Villa Grande and high-end lodging via The Villas and The Farmhouse. http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20180201/news/150596/cantons-gervasi-vineyard-reveals-plans-new-distillery-luxury-lodging
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