South Euclid voters have had their say, and by a 55%-45% result, have approved commercial rezoning of the portion of the former Oakwood golf course that lies within their city. In a year or so, we're all going to have another large plaza to visit, filled with minimum-wage … [Read more...] about Oakwood moves forward: Now prove that it’s really a win-win
First Interstate
Oakwood: First Interstate’s Tax Abatement
We asked Shakespeare if he thought First Interstate donating their 7 acre stormwater management system was a tax abatement. He said “Yes!” and went on to explain why: What's in a name? that which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet. (Updated version: … [Read more...] about Oakwood: First Interstate’s Tax Abatement
Some last words before South Euclid approves the Oakwood rezoning
In the real world, how often do you get the chance to ask: If we could do anything, what would it be? That's the essence of my objection to what's happening at the former Oakwood golf course today. While I'm not in favor of the proposed development that is likely to be carried … [Read more...] about Some last words before South Euclid approves the Oakwood rezoning
What stores will be put on Oakwood?
The developer has stated clearly and repeatedly that the plan is for Oakwood to become one of First Interstate's "Commons". The developer has stated clearly and repeatedly that this means "value-oriented" retail. So, Oakwood will have stores comparable or identical to the … [Read more...] about What stores will be put on Oakwood?
Trying to get the details right in print – but not always succeeding
It's the little things that make writers, editors and columnists crazy – like when a small change in punctuation or wording makes a big change in the meaning of what the writer is trying to say. In the May edition of my monthly Heights Observer column , I wrote about our … [Read more...] about Trying to get the details right in print – but not always succeeding
