RubberBuzz || Akron Unleashed: For the Kids

8.03.2005

For the Kids

Yesterday was a special election with a lot of school levies on the ballot. With the state not doing as much for the schools as they used to, local schools are depending more and more on local tax dollars. But people realize this and are going to support the kids in their community, right?

It took nine tries and the imminent threat of a state takeover for Cloverleaf voters to approve more taxes for school operations.

The Cloverleaf levy was one of only two local school issues to be approved in Tuesday's special election. The other successful property-tax measure was in Streetsboro.

So I'm a little wrong. People aren't passing these; kids are getting screwed. Levies didn't pass in Revere, Manchester, Brunswick, Southeast and Rittman.

If people can't support schools, maybe they can support injured kids...

Doesn't matter if you're buying or selling gently used children's clothing -- Lil' Lamb's Closet is the venue for you.

Misty Arnold of Canton started the twice-a-year consignment sale three years ago at Church of the Lakes United Methodist, 5944 Fulton Drive N.W., Jackson Township. She said the sale brought in $30,000 last year, with almost one-third of the income going to a children-focused charity. Over the years, money has gone to Akron Children's Hospital and migrant workers in Hartville.

``We sell anything related to children -- clothing, toys, video games and furniture,'' Arnold said. ``Everything has to be in excellent shape or we don't accept it. Nothing torn, worn or stained....

The BJ :: 2 school districts get levies approved

The BJ :: Two-day sale offers bargains

(joe :: For the Kids)

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