BOARD MEMBERS

Richard Dunson Sue Dunson Mike Polito Tim Sacko

Dr. Todd Smith Gary Snyder

Marjorie Snyder

OFFICERS

VOLUME 11, ISSUE 2 MARCH - APRIL 2013

President Angela Erdelack

Past President Janene Kubit

Vice President Brion Deitsch

Second Vice President Julie Bialowas

Treasurer Kathy Murphy

Executive Director John Sobolewski

Executive Assistant Sharon Matthews

CONTACT US

Fairview Park Chamber of Commerce

PO Box 26047 Fairview Park, OH 44126

440-779-7396 fpchamber@gmail.com

www.fairviewparkchamber.org

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President’s Letter

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rate if paid by March 15th so don’t delay! Contact Sharon at 440-779-7396 for a registration form or visit our web- site at www.fairviewparkchamber.org

Angela Erdelack, President

To Our Members: Please join me in welcoming our two newest board members: Timothy Sacko of North Coast Credit

Union and Dr. Todd Smith of Fairview Park Chiropractic Center. They will make a great addition to our board. Please plan to attend the upcoming Mayor’s Breakfast on March 13th from 7:30a-9:00a at the Gemini Center. In this newsletter you will find infor-mation about our Business Showcase. This is a great event to “Showcase” your business. Last year, we had over 450 attendees. Also, there is a discount

COUNTY PROGRAMS FOR BUSINESSES Those in attendance at the February 13th network-ing luncheon witnessed a dynamic and informative presentation by two representatives of the Cuya-hoga County government: District 1 Councilman Dave Greenspan and Director of Development Larry Benders. During the course of the presentation, Director Benders introduced a number of county programs geared toward helping local businesses launch, grow, and succeed. These programs concern everything from microloans to commercial property redevelopment, large scale attraction of new businesses and workers to training existing workers. The resources of Cuyahoga County are many, and I urge all of you to review the document outlin-ing the components of the Western Reserve Fund.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW WESTERN RESERVE FUND

Note that the document is fairly technical and pro-vides descriptions of a large portion of, but not all, county business programs that currently exist. That is where I come in. In fulfilling my position with the City of Fairview Park, I have gained a working knowledge of county development activities and programs. Furthermore, in some instances, I serve as the municipal administrator of these programs. Please feel free to use me as a resource for technical assistance and clarification. If you have questions, please email me matthew.hrubey@fairviewpark.org or call me at 440-356-4499.

Best wishes, Matthew T. Hrubey

Development Administrator City of Fairview Park

From left to right, Front Row: Kathy Murphy, Janene Kubit, Julie Bialowas, (Mayor Patton), Back Row: Dr. Todd Smith, Sue Dunson, Marjorie Snyder, Brion Deitsch, Richard Dunson, Timothy Sacko, Angela Erdelack (Not pictured: Mike Polito and Gary Snyder)

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AT&T Opens New Location in Fairview Park

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Visitors can test-drive new devices and services, including the latest 4G LTE smartphones and tablets and AT&T U-verse® TV, the fast-est growing TV provider in the U.S. Visitors participating in the store’s opening event were also provided a special opportunity to try a computer-ized texting-while-driving simulator, highlighting the

dangers of texting while behind the wheel. AT&T stores are

designed for fast service. “We are focused on making our customers’ experience exceptional, and for our retail stores that begins with a convenient location, inviting store layout and helpful, knowledgeable staff,” said Larry Evans, vice president and general manager for AT&T in Ohio. “Whether you’re shopping for per-sonal use, your business or just for fun, we’re here to help you find the right solution. Our newest retail store and our focus on the ‘It Can Wait’ campaign are the latest examples of our investment in the Cleveland area and our commitment to connecting this community with the nation’s largest 4G network.” Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10:00am to 8:00pm and Sunday, 11:00am to 5:00pm. AT&T has more than 70 retail locations in Ohio. To find the nearest AT&T store or Device Support Center near you, visit www.att.com/find-a-store or www.att.com/dsc.

AT&T has opened a new 1,700 square-foot retail store in Fairview Park to serve the growing number of customers using and shopping for smart-phones, tablets, connected devices and advanced wire-less products and services. The new store is located at 20669 Center Ridge Road, Fairview Park, 44126 in the Westgate Shopping Center. At a grand opening event and ribbon-cutting ceremony, local dignitaries collaborated with AT&T to further spread the company’s ‘It Can Wait’ message, raising awareness of the dangers of texting while driving. "Every day, my constituents rely more and more on mobile technology in communicating with others,” said State Senator Tom Patton. "AT&T's ever-growing investment in our area proves that we are succeeding in creating an economic environment that works for businesses and expands job opportunities. And, the inclusion of the ‘It Can Wait’ message serves as an important reminder that we must use this technology safely.” “AT&T’s new store will be a welcome addition to our community, bringing jobs and services for our con-sumers,” said State Representative Nan Baker. “We appreciate this company’s continued local investments in stores and employees, and their shared concern that we must change texting-while-driving behaviors to save lives.”

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

AT&T Ohio Vice President Rob Reynolds; AT&T Ohio Regional Sales Manager Marilyn Petroff; Fairview Park Mayor Eileen Patton; State Senator Tom Patton; State Representative Nan Baker (AT&T Store Manager Brandon Myers is behind Repre-sentative Baker); Fairview Park City Schools Superintendent Brion Deitsch; Fairview Park Chamber of Commerce Executive Director John Sobolewski

East of Chicago

Mark Snyder

21800 Center Ridge Rd.

Rocky River, OH 44116

440-333-7700

www.eastofchicago.com

Fairview Tavern

Robert Valore

21867 Lorain Rd.

Fairview Park, OH 44126

440-799-4200

www.thefairviewtavern.com

Real Estate Showcase TV Lifestyles Brenda Love

420 Parkview Dr.

Sheffield Lake, OH 44054

216-323-0051

www.realestateshowcasetv.us

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