Events, history and issues specific to the Columbus suburb of Upper Arlington.
published by Cheryl Grossman on Sat, 09/26/2015 - 01:21
This article is reprinted courtesy of the author, John Perry:
Mindy Lambert came to our door one recent evening. When I answered, she thrust a 5.5 x 8.5 color glossy card in my hand, said she was running for school board, gave a quick smile and turned and left without waiting for a reply. So I did a little research...
published by Cheryl Grossman on Tue, 09/01/2015 - 21:43
The planned redevelopment of Northam Park has created quite a bit of controversy. Issues such as placement of the tennis courts and removal of large numbers of mature trees have many UA residents concerned. If you want to know more, read the following:
published by Cheryl Grossman on Wed, 04/29/2015 - 23:20
published by Cheryl Grossman on Wed, 06/18/2014 - 22:06
Robbing Peter to pay … Who?
Thanks to the Kasich administration policy of eliminating the estate tax and cutting funding for local government, Upper Arlington may never be the same. The duty of supporting our city is falling directly on our shoulders. And it is a heavy burden as cuts threaten the reasons why we choose to live in our lovely town.
published by Cheryl Grossman on Thu, 12/05/2013 - 23:09
Stories occurring during 2013, including UA City Council and School Board elections (Carol Mohr won a seat on the School Board).
published by Cheryl Grossman on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 22:10
published by Cheryl Grossman on Sun, 09/22/2013 - 12:43
This month's newsletter features:
This Wednesday's (September 25) meeting with administrators from UA Schools. Find out more about the status and prospects of the schools, including the replacement levy, Issue 52.
Our members, Carolyn Casper and Carol Mohr who are running for UA City Council and the UA School Board.
Book Club selections for September, Reducing Gun Violence in America and October, Citizenville.
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published by Cheryl Grossman on Sat, 09/07/2013 - 23:31
Meet Carolyn Casper, who is running for UA City Council. Carolyn is passionate about Upper Arlington and is very familiar with Council and how it works. She is an interested UA citizen who regularly attends Council meetings to keep informed about its operation and effectiveness.
Carolyn is a UA native with strong ties to the community. She raised three daughters in Arlington as a single parent. UA has been home to her family for 60 years, and the Casper family has a long history of service to this community.
Carolyn is a former state examiner with the Ohio Auditor's Office and was a Social Program Administrator with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. She is an ardent advocate for our schools, having served on many committees over the years, introducing the Child Assault Program to the UA schools and serving on PTO boards at all levels.
Along with three other women, Carolyn raised private funds for the beautification of the front of the High School. She also served on the committee that raised money to build the new football stadium. She has worked on every school levy campaign for the last 30 years. Carolyn is a graduate of Leadership UA and currently serves on the board as well as serving on the board of the UA Alumni Association.
published by Cheryl Grossman on Wed, 08/15/2012 - 23:26
In 1928, Republicans pledged “a chicken in every pot.” Ninety-some years later, the GOP has forgotten that many Americans not only don’t have a chicken, they don’t even have a pot to cook it in.
Romney says he wants to get into the Oval Office so he can strengthen the middle class by reducing the debt and maintaining tax cuts. But trickle down economics have strengthened only the bank accounts of his millionaire pals, Wall Street traders, and special interest groups. And the rest of the 99% are suffering.
published by Cheryl Grossman on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 00:21
Come meet and talk with Pat Lang, Democratic Candidate for our 15th Congressional District this Saturday at the home of Mark and Katie Foley, 1820 Guilford Road, Upper Arlington. The meet 'n greet will run from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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