July 10, 20213 yr "The former Detroit Shoreway Community Development Organization and Cudell Improvement Inc. said Thursday that the new organization is called Northwest Neighborhoods CDC and will provide economic development, community and marketing services to the Detroit-Shoreway, Cudell and Edgewater neighborhoods of Cleveland." Northwest Neighborhoods? Are they kidding--that's the best name they could come up with? Utterly lame--it doesn't bode well for the new organization if they can't even come up with a decent name--there is little confidence they can accomplish much. https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2021/07/clevelands-detroit-shoreway-cudell-community-development-corporations-merge-under-name-northwest-neighborhoods.html
July 10, 20213 yr ^There are many ways to express the opinion that “Northwest Neighborhoods” is not a good name that wouldn’t be so obnoxious. This post comes across as whining, and trying to tie the naming to the ability to get things done is just silly. More important than the name, I’m glad to see these groups joining forces - I think the additional scale will be helpful in their efforts. I’m also not crazy about the name, but I’m having trouble thinking of a better option. Purely “West” tends to imply West Park; “Near West” does not make sense since it doesn’t include Ohio City. Maybe “Detroit Corridor Neighborhoods”? Still a little confusing since they don’t include Ohio City. I mean, it is north of quite a few Cleveland neighborhoods, so in that sense everyone one would immediately know what part of the city the new name means. When is the last time I-71 turned a profit?
July 10, 20213 yr I think it works. I mean it really is what the neighborhoods are. After all this is just a CDC. The neighborhoods are going to still maintain their identities. Now if it was a merging of neighborhoods, I would argue for a less generic name. Truth be told, 99% of people will have no clue that this northwest CDC even exists.
July 10, 20213 yr And before we called them interstates, I-90 was the Northwest Freeway. So there! 😛 "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
July 10, 20213 yr Considering DSCDO and Cudell Improvements lists of accomplishments relative to each other this should be a huge benefit for the Cudell and Edgewater neighborhoods.
July 12, 20213 yr On 7/10/2021 at 12:13 PM, Boomerang_Brian said: ^There are many ways to express the opinion that “Northwest Neighborhoods” is not a good name that wouldn’t be so obnoxious. This post comes across as whining, and trying to tie the naming to the ability to get things done is just silly. Ha! that's what happens when you get old---you get old and cranky. "Northwest Neighborhoods" screams utter laziness and mediocrity and it comes on top of so much else of the same sort lately--SHW HQ only 35 stories and with it a horrendous "future use" space on W 6 and closure of an avenue and a squat structure on Public Square, the police HQ moving out of downtown when it should be downtown, Justin Bibb who is horrendously underqualified to handle the job of mayor getting some traction (yet people criticize Kucinich's administration in the 70s and are just going to get another version of it but worse); the list goes on. But to the subject at hand: there are a thousand names better than "Northwest Neighborhoods"--even "Northwest" CDC would be better. But how about using a tiny bit of brain power? "Lakeshore CDC" or "Lakefront CDC" or even "CDSE CDC"?
July 12, 20213 yr On 7/10/2021 at 12:13 PM, Boomerang_Brian said: ^There are many ways to express the opinion that “Northwest Neighborhoods” is not a good name that wouldn’t be so obnoxious. This post comes across as whining, and trying to tie the naming to the ability to get things done is just silly. More important than the name, I’m glad to see these groups joining forces - I think the additional scale will be helpful in their efforts. I’m also not crazy about the name, but I’m having trouble thinking of a better option. Purely “West” tends to imply West Park; “Near West” does not make sense since it doesn’t include Ohio City. Maybe “Detroit Corridor Neighborhoods”? Still a little confusing since they don’t include Ohio City. I mean, it is north of quite a few Cleveland neighborhoods, so in that sense everyone one would immediately know what part of the city the new name means. Name selection is a lose-lose situation. Either it's this very straightforward name that acts as a blank canvas and makes sure not to prioritize one stakeholder or area over another, or the name is more colorful and then someone else has an equally hostile response to that one and claims the one neighborhood is trying to dominate another one. To tie this topic back to this development thread, the new org will be functionally the same as the organization that has previously been operating. The two orgs have been sharing staff for three years and have also been sharing resources, to a good degree. The added strength will be in terms of cohesive strategic planning now that the entirety of Ward 15 falls under a unified organization and board of directors.
July 12, 20213 yr I would have voted for Detroit Shoreway Cudell Improvement Edgewater Northwest Community Development Organization, or DSCIENCDO. Has kind of a ring to it. But nobody asked for my opinion, so...
July 13, 20213 yr FYI the above meeting is not about the Metroparks multipurpose path. It's just about the resurfacing the city is conducting, which does include some bike infrastructure in project area Section 2. Figured I'd mention that since it's easy to conflate the two projects.
July 13, 20213 yr 3 hours ago, urbanetics_ said: Some good progress on these! I live on 77th street. Can confirm. Those homes are coming along nicely and will be a wonderful addition to 75th. Along with the fresh paving the street just received, it is shaping up to be a much nicer street than it was a year ago! Edited July 13, 20213 yr by Boaty McBoatface
July 15, 20213 yr "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
July 15, 20213 yr 34 minutes ago, KJP said: One thing is certain---it will be a mess when all those apartment residents have to park somewhere else for the coming months (per a sign at 117th today eastbound closes July 19). Some of their cars don't move for weeks on end, which begs the question, do they really need the car?
July 15, 20213 yr 1 hour ago, Cleburger said: One thing is certain---it will be a mess when all those apartment residents have to park somewhere else for the coming months (per a sign at 117th today eastbound closes July 19). Some of their cars don't move for weeks on end, which begs the question, do they really need the car? West of Clifton they are actually including a parking lane.
July 15, 20213 yr 5 hours ago, Enginerd said: West of Clifton they are actually including a parking lane. Understood--but during construction there certainly won't be parking, especially when the eastbound lanes are closed down entirely.
July 16, 20213 yr 7 hours ago, Cleburger said: Understood--but during construction there certainly won't be parking, especially when the eastbound lanes are closed down entirely. Traffic will be one-way specifically so there is enough room to accommodate parking during construction
July 16, 20213 yr 9 hours ago, Enginerd said: Traffic will be one-way specifically so there is enough room to accommodate parking during construction That will be crazy. It's already a dangerous situation because the existing road isn't wide enough and traffic flies by at 45 mph as people are exiting their parked cars, or walking out between them to get to the drivers side. If you travel the road enough you'll see the double yellow lines are worn out because most traffic drives 1/2 way into the turn lane rather than brush by the parked cars. If they let people park during construction the stationary cars will be even closer. Hopefully they reduce the speed limit to 25.
July 22, 20213 yr On 7/15/2021 at 11:54 PM, Enginerd said: Traffic will be one-way specifically so there is enough room to accommodate parking during construction I walked through there today there is no parking. It seems like it is marked, but it is too narrow for parked cars.
July 23, 20213 yr Avenue Partners 258 unit, 3 building Battery Park complex progress. Also to be noted, the clubhouse building will include a second floor rooftop terrace overlooking the lake, and an outdoor pool. Edited July 23, 20213 yr by marty15
July 23, 20213 yr These pics really show just how enormous the site/development is. w73rd is going feel completely different when this and Battery Park's next 25-unit townhome phase is finished up.
July 23, 20213 yr Just now, Clefan98 said: These pics really show just how enormous the site/development is. w73rd is going feel completely different when this and Battery Park's next 25-unit townhome phase is finished up. Hopefully this leads to more development up on Detroit. Specifically the Lake/Detroit intersection. So much open, prime land there.
July 23, 20213 yr 23 minutes ago, marty15 said: Hopefully this leads to more development up on Detroit. Specifically the Lake/Detroit intersection. So much open, prime land there. Then you will be very happy. 😉 "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
July 23, 20213 yr 34 minutes ago, marty15 said: Feel free to elaborate! That stretch of Lake from Detroit to Clifton is going to pop very soon. 1 minute ago, RMB said: I know that somebody has the Burger King under contract. I don't know who though. I do. I am hoping what they have planned will come to fruition. If it does, what was will be again. ;) "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
July 23, 20213 yr 32 minutes ago, cadmen said: What is what was? I can’t find the image, but it looked much like the curved 4-5 story apartment buildings at Cedar/Fairmount and Mayfield/Euclid.
July 23, 20213 yr @Ineffable_Matt @marty15 Found it...... https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/originals/city-of-cleveland-piloting-project-to-improve-outdated-zoning-practices-for-more-walkable-neighborhoods "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
July 23, 20213 yr 39 minutes ago, KJP said: @Ineffable_Matt @marty15 Found it...... https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/originals/city-of-cleveland-piloting-project-to-improve-outdated-zoning-practices-for-more-walkable-neighborhoods Was talking to my neighbor about this. He said there used to be a Sears department store at that intersection.
July 23, 20213 yr 1 hour ago, KJP said: @Ineffable_Matt @marty15 Found it...... https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/originals/city-of-cleveland-piloting-project-to-improve-outdated-zoning-practices-for-more-walkable-neighborhoods I think we’re ready for a new edition of Seeds & Sprouts 😉
July 24, 20213 yr 2 hours ago, marty15 said: I think we’re ready for a new edition of Seeds & Sprouts 😉 Not yet "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
August 9, 20213 yr Looks like pretty good road design on the extension of Battery Park Blvd between W 70th and W 73rd. When is the last time I-71 turned a profit?
August 10, 20213 yr 19 hours ago, Boomerang_Brian said: Looks like pretty good road design on the extension of Battery Park Blvd between W 70th and W 73rd. The radius of the curbs at the intersection should be sharper to prevent speeders from making right turns without slowing down. Larger radius curbs at intersections are more dangerous for pedestrians.
August 19, 20213 yr "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
August 20, 20213 yr I don't think these were posted before. Here is midsized apartment building proposed by the Krueger Group for West 58th and Breakwater Ave. It fills in the parking lot at the corner with 30 units, mostly studio and 1 bedroom. Tons of high res pics in the CPC agenda from August 6th. https://planning.clevelandohio.gov/designreview/drcagenda/2021/PDF/CPC-presentation-08-06-2021.pdf Edited August 20, 20213 yr by Mendo
August 20, 20213 yr Very nice! I always love seeing more of these small scale apartment buildings cropping up around town. They make for nice, human scaled urbanism.
August 20, 20213 yr Demolition permit application submitted for Club Azteca. Based on past demo applications, look for the club to be gone by Labor Day. EDIT: Another demo, this time at 4809 Lorain Ave., by the Urban Community School. Too bad this building couldn't be saved. I think it adds some historical diversity and authenticity to this stretch of Lorain which otherwise looks like it's lined with pre-fab structures. "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
August 20, 20213 yr 1 hour ago, KJP said: EDIT: Another demo, this time at 4809 Lorain Ave., by the Urban Community School. Too bad this building couldn't be saved. I think it adds some historical diversity and authenticity to this stretch of Lorain which otherwise looks like it's lined with pre-fab structures. Oh that is too bad. You just caused me to take a google streetview walk down Lorain. I'm worried about a lot of these old buildings now.
August 21, 20213 yr 9 hours ago, surfohio said: Oh that is too bad. You just caused me to take a google streetview walk down Lorain. I'm worried about a lot of these old buildings now. A lot are being saved too. Still plenty of beautiful historic buildings on the street. UCS plan for the space has me extremely excited. As a resident of W 48th, I smile everyday I see all those young kids and families walking to school. What a gem of an institution to have in the neighborhood. Super excited for this stretch of Lorain. PS: Lorain Bikeway, we need you.
September 7, 20213 yr Battery Park Apartments (9-5-21) Battery Park Blvd extension Building Renovation at Herman and West 58th Street The Slate Infill on Herman east of 54th
September 7, 20213 yr Some soil sampling activity at the future Walz Library and apartment complex site this morning.
September 14, 20213 yr The orchard is an active construction site. Fencing going up on the Detroit side.
September 15, 20213 yr On 9/7/2021 at 1:39 PM, NorthShore647 said: Infill on Herman east of 54th ^A neighbor of mine told me that the owners of this house have put over $1 million into the interior. If it wasn't against the law, I'd definitely break in and look haha
September 15, 20213 yr 1 hour ago, YABO713 said: ^A neighbor of mine told me that the owners of this house have put over $1 million into the interior. If it wasn't against the law, I'd definitely break in and look haha If the neighbor keeps talking, someone is definitely breaking in! Edited September 15, 20213 yr by marty15
September 27, 20213 yr Owners of Minh Anh restaurant in Cleveland’s Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood sell building to developers putting up apartments next door Eric Heisig - Cleveland.com - Sep. 27, 2021 "The owner of beloved Detroit-Shoreway Vietnamese restaurant Minh Anh, which closed earlier this month after 37 years, has sold the building and adjoining properties to developers erecting a large apartment building next door. Camla Wadsworth, who had run the restaurant in the 5500 block of Detroit Avenue since 1984, and her business partner sold the 5,200 square-foot building, an adjoining warehouse and an in-between lot to Bond Street Group. ... The sale gives Bond Street Group more site control for its current project and possible future ones. Bond Street Group principal Justin Strizzi emphasized that the company does not plan to tear down the restaurant’s building. Instead, he hopes another restaurant can operate there. ... As for Waverly & Oak, Strizzi said fencing will soon go up and that equipment will be moved on site. ... Construction is slated to take 20 months."
September 27, 20213 yr I will certainly miss that outstanding little restaurant. Lots of memories there over the years.
September 28, 20213 yr "....The sale gives Bond Street Group more site control for its current project and possible future ones. Bond Street Group principal Justin Strizzi emphasized that the company does not plan to tear down the restaurant’s building. Instead, he hopes another restaurant can operate there...." Sounds like the Waverly & Oak people just bought to have flexibility in construction. They didn't need to buy it, which prompted Minh Anh to close. Seems like a wasteful loss for the city unless Waverly and Oak have something other plans for the property that they are not disclosing.
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