Perception is reality. Well not really. In theory we understand that what we perceive to be is not always what is so. It’s the reason why job applicants supply work histories and references. It’s why banks look to past credit history and current payment schedules to assess our … [Read more...] about Heights Observer on the Street
Quality of Life
Thoughts on Coventry and the Teen “Flash Mob” Phenomenon
I'm a candidate for Cleveland Heights City Council and I had a booth for my campaign in the Coventry Village Street Festival on June 26th. From noon until about 5:00 pm it was a fabulous event. Fair attendees were having a great time, the vendors were busy, and I was having all … [Read more...] about Thoughts on Coventry and the Teen “Flash Mob” Phenomenon
Kudos to The Youth of Coventry
After a hard day's work, it takes alot to get me to move from the house. Enter The Youth of Coventry, whose well-thought out, well-approached redress of grievances at Cleveland Heights City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 5th deserved to be supported. The group spoke concerning … [Read more...] about Kudos to The Youth of Coventry
Fighting fire with fire: Why a curfew isn’t the solution
On June 26, a “flash crowd” of teens that allegedly gathered through the use of social media, ruined the end of an otherwise idyllic Coventry street fair. Three days later, Cleveland Heights City Council held an emergency meeting and passed a new curfew that bans unaccompanied … [Read more...] about Fighting fire with fire: Why a curfew isn’t the solution