TMC NEWS (2024)

27/11/2023

TROOPER OF THE YEAR - ELYRIA POST

The Elyria Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is:
Trooper Mike Wearsch.

We had the opportunity to interview Trooper Wearsch and are able to bring it to you now.

One of the moments from Trooper Wearsch’s career came in 2021, it was on a rainy day, while in Lorain. Wearsch was going over the Charles Berry Bridge when he saw a man clinging to the outside of the bridge. Wearsch jumped into action.

I had the opportunity to talk to Wearsch, about the bridge incident and his life as an Ohio Highway State Patrolman.
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TMC: First, Congratulations on being named Trooper of the Year. What does this mean to you?

Trooper Wearsch: I was voted for by my fellow Troopers and supervisors, which truly makes it an honor. My team and I work very hard to keep our roads safe, so receiving this honor at the end of the year makes me reflect on what a great year it has been for us.

TMC: Now let's go back to before you were a Trooper; what were you doing, and was being a Trooper a dream of yours for a while?

Trooper Wearsch: I was two years into my bachelor's degree in education (Intervention Specialist K-12) when I applied to be a Trooper. I was also working at a local center for disabled adults and coaching wrestling at Steele High School. I was scrolling through Facebook one day when I saw someone had shared that OSHP was hiring. I had just watched an episode of "COPS" from the 90s and thought, "Man, that job looks awesome." I took 30 minutes and submitted an online application, not thinking I had a shot. Growing up, I had always been interested in law enforcement, but I had no officers in my family, and I was always told it was difficult to get hired. I was elated when I got my letter telling me I was selected to attend the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy in Columbus. I dropped everything and never looked back.

TMC: So you call Amherst home. How do you like working the roads in your own backyard?

Trooper Wearsch: There is something about working where you grew up. I always have it in the back of my head that my family and friends are using these roads, and it gives me just that extra little bit of motivation to go out there and work hard to keep them safe.

TMC: Tell me about the day you stopped a young man from jumping off a bridge?

Trooper Wearsch: That was a something, and an example of how you never know what will happen when you put on that uniform. It was my day off, and I was going to court in Lorain. Someone flagged me down and found out that just around the corner from me was a young man hanging off the bridge. I diverted from my commute and met the man on the bridge. I was able to grab him and hold him in place, and luckily, some off-duty officers quickly ran over and helped me pull him over the railing.

TMC: I've always said the best thing you can do for someone who feels that way is just to listen. Not to say, I know how you feel - just listen to them. Do you agree?

Trooper Wearsch: Yes, I'm not a psychology expert, but communication is crucial in those situations. It's important to take a mental step back and listen because everything that person is saying at that moment is important. They don't want to be interrogated, and they want to be heard by someone.

Lieutenant Cliff Dowell is the Commander of the Elyria Post of the Ohio State Patrol and says he is proud of Trooper Wearsch. We wondered how much of this came from training.

TMC: Was what Trooper Wearsch did by helping that man off the bridge, was it part of his training?

Lieutenant Dowell:
Trooper Wearsch relied on his instincts, backed by his training and experience. As an organization, the Patrol takes great pride in our employment screening process and the training we provide to our troopers. We are always looking for women and men with the qualities required to serve with a sense of mission and dedication to our citizens. This incident serves as a shining example of how our troopers work tirelessly to meet the needs of Ohio's residents. It also highlights the willingness of our local officers to collaborate and work together to ensure the safety of our society.

TMC: Are you proud to be an Ohio State Trooper?

Trooper Wearsch: I'm proud to call myself an Ohio State Trooper. This uniform represents 90 years of professionalism and service to the people of Ohio. When I put on my Trooper hat, I feel like the embodiment of those 90 years.

TMC: Can you see yourself doing anything else now?

Trooper Wearsch: For the time being, I am just enjoying working the night shift at the Elyria Post!
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Do you see yourself as a State Trooper? Do you see yourself as Trooper Wearsch’s colleague?
If so - sign up today.

To see what it's all about, simply click on the link.
https://statepatrol.ohio.gov/
recruit/index.aspx

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UPDATED to show a more recent photo of Trooper Wearsch

Ohio State Highway Patrol

21/11/2023

3-YEAR-OLD BOY FOUND WALKING ON WASHINGTON AVE - ALONE

The mother of the missing 4 yo boy, identified as Katrina Guevarez, 23 and her boyfriend, Raymond A. Clark, 24 were charged after Elyria Police Department Patrol Officers found a 4 yo boy walking in the 300 block of Washington Ave. just after 0600 hrs. The boy was walking alone in the cold rain wearing minimal clothing after he left his nearby home.

Officers brought the child to the Elyria PD until a parent and guardian were located. Officers remained in the area and canvassed the neighborhood for nearly 3 hrs before they identified the boy and his residence.

Officers determined through their investigation that there was lack of communication between the two adults and neither took safety measures to prevent the child from leaving the home unsupervised.

The Elyria Police Department would like to thank Lorain County Children Services, the media and the public for their assistance with this investigation. Officers and dispatchers should also be commended for their efforts to ensure the health and welfare of the child was a top priority.

19/11/2023

FOUR PEOPLE FOUND DEAD IN LORAIN HOME

On Sunday, November 19, 2023, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the Lorain Police Department responded to a complaint of dogs at large at an address on E. 9th St.

Upon arrival, officers checked the property and discovered the door to the residence was unsecured. Upon conducting a property check of the inside of the residence, officers observed four deceased persons inside the residence: two adults and two young children.

The incident remains under investigation by the Lorain Police Department and the Lorain County Coroner's Office. The identities of the deceased partics are being withheld currently. pending notification to the next of kin.

lorainpolice.com

18/11/2023

SINGLE VEHICLE FATAL CRASH

The Norwalk Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on Friday at 6:49 PM on State Route 53 near County Road 591 in Pleasant Township, Seneca County.

Cody Aaron Cook age 28, of Tiffin Ohio, was driving a 2007 Dodge Caliber southbound on State Route 53 when his vehicle travelled off the right side of the roadway. The vehicle struck a utility pole and a tree before catching fire.

Mr. Cook was killed in the crash. It is unknown if he was wearing a seatbelt.

Speed is suspected as a factor in the crash based upon scene and vehicle damage. It is unknown if alcohol or drugs were a factor in the crash. The crash remains under investigation.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted by the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office, Tiffin City EMS, North Central EMS, Old Fort Fire Department, Clinton Township Fire Department, Seneca County Coroner’s Office, John’s Towing, and the Ohio Department of Transportation.

15/11/2023

MAN SHOOTS AND KILLS FAMILY DOG

Officers from the San Marcos, Texas Police Department had conducted an investigation, ending with an arrest, after receiving a call from a family that a neighbor had shot and killed their dog.

Police received the call Monday night, with the victim reporting the incident occurred in the Victory Gardens neighborhood.

Officers obtained surveillance video that showed a neighbor, 68-year-old Andrew Kennedy, walking with a weapon and shooting the dog. They also collected other evidence that connected Kennedy to the crime. A necropsy revealed the dog was shot with a pellet gun.

Kennedy was arrested and faces a charge of Cruelty to Nonlivestock Animals, a third-degree felony.

What do you think of this?

San Marcos Police Department

15/11/2023

CRASH WITH MULTIPLE VEHICLES AND SIX FATALITIES

The Granville Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a charter bus, two commercial vehicles and two passenger vehicles in Etna Township, Licking County. The crash occurred on Interstate 70 near state Route 310 at 8:52 a.m.

At this time, the investigation has revealed the vehicles were all traveling westbound on I-70 when the chain-reaction crash occurred. At least three of the vehicles subsequently caught fire as a result of the
crash.

The charter bus was occupied by a driver and 54 students and chaperones from Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools. Three of the passengers on the bus were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The deceased were identified as John W. Mosely, 18, Mineral City,

Jeffery D. Worrell, 18, Bolivar, and

Katelyn N. Owens, 15, Mineral City.

A total of 15 students and the bus driver were transported to area hospitals. The remaining students were taken to a reunification site.

One of the passenger vehicles was occupied by three individuals. All three were pronounced deceased at the scene. The deceased were identified as

Dave Kennat, 56, Navarre,

Kristy Gaynor, 39,

Zoar, and Shannon Wigfield, 45, Bolivar.

Of the two commercial vehicles involved, one driver was transported to OhioHealth Grant Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The other was treated and released at the scene. The driver of the second passenger vehicle was also transported to an area hospital

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact the Ohio State Highway Patrol at (614) 466-2660.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted by and would like to thank Licking County Sheriff Randy Thorp and Licking County deputies, Tuscarawas Sheriff Orvis Campbell and Tuscarawas County deputies, West Licking Fire Department and EMS, Licking County Coroner's Office, Jae's Towing, Ohio Department of Transportation, and multiple other agencies.

Ohio State Highway Patrol

14/11/2023

HOMELESS WOMAN FOUND DEAD INSIDE CASCADE PARK

Today at 11:40 am, Elyria Police officers responded to a call for assistance from the Lorain County Metro Parks Rangers at Cascade Park. The

Rangers had initially been dispatched to the North area of the park at 11:24 am to investigate a potential homeless camp.

Upon reaching the suspected campsite, Rangers discovered two individuals on park property. Rangers determined that one of the subjects was deceased.

The Lorain County Coroner's office was immediately notified and responded to the
SCOTIC.

At this time, there are no evident signs of foul play, and Elyria Police are assisting the coroner's office with the death investigation.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification to their

Additional details will be released as they become available.

08/11/2023

BRUBAKER WINS ELYRIA’S TOP JOB

Ladies & Gentlemen, your next Mayor for the City of Elyria, Mr. Kevin A. “Bru” Brubaker.

Congratulations, Mr. Brubaker.

06/11/2023

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05/11/2023

FROM THE ELYRIA POLICE CHIEF, WILLIAM R. PELKO

On November 5, 2023 at approximately 0234 hours an Elyria Police Officer was on patrol in the general area of East Broad St. and S. Abbe Rd. and could hear a vehicle squealing tires and what sounded like erratic driving.

In checking the area, a red Dodge vehicle was located in the parking lot of the Speedway at S. Abbe Rd. and E. Broad St. The patrol officer approached and attempted to investigate if this was the vehicle involved. The driver/suspect of the red Dodge eventually began to flee from the officer, with the officer partially inside of the vehicle. This vehicle began to flee southbound on S. Abbe Rd. at a high rate of speed.

This vehicle was later observed to have crashed into the residence of 39009 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Upon officers checking the vehicle, the driver of the vehicle fled from the scene.

The driver/suspect of the red Dodge was then located and barricaded himself at 520 Carol Ln. Officers attempted to get the suspect to come out of the residence. The driver/suspect eventually got into another vehicle that was parked inside the closed garage at 520 Carol Ln.

The driver/suspect began to accelerate and drove through the garage door of this residence at officers, who had surrounded this house. Officers fired their fi****ms at the driver/suspect of this vehicle. The driver/suspect vehicle was disabled.

The driver/suspect was placed into custody, first aid was rendered and he was transported to the Hospital.

The driver/suspect appeared to sustain a gun shot wound to his person. He was eventually cleared medically and transported to the Lorain County Sheriffs Office.

The driver/suspect was identified as Dorian Williams, a 27-year-old male from Detroit, Michigan. He was charged with the following offenses:
Two count of Assault on a Police Officer ORC 2903.13 F4
Two counts of Failure to Comply ORC 2921.331 F3
One count of Having Weapons Under Disability 2923.13 F3
One count of Resisting Arrest ORC 2921.33 MI
One count of Obstructing Official Business ORC 2921.31 F5

The officer that was dragged from the vehicle at E. Broad and S. Abbe sustained minor injuries to his arm and knee. He was transported to the Hospital, treated and released.

All officers involved with firing their duty weapons will be on paid administrative leave until further notice.

Lorain Police Department is investigating these incidents.

If anyone has any information they are asked to contact LPD Captain Mike Failing at Mike [email protected] or 440-204-2105.

The Elyria Police Department would like to thank the North Ridgeville PD, Grafton PD, Lorain PD, Lorain County Sheriff's Office and the Ohio State Highway Patrol for their assistance with this investigation.

William R. Pelko, Elyria Chief of Police,

Elyria Police Department

05/11/2023

BREAKING
ELYRIA OFFICER DRAGGED BY CAR - DRIVER SHOT

Here’s what we know so far.

This started at Speedway Gas Station at S. Abbe & Broad St where the suspect dragged the Officer with his car.

The suspect then drove down South Abbe to Chestnut Ridge where he crashed into a residence.

The suspect took off on foot where he made it back home to Carol Lane and entered a second vehicle in the garage.

The police officers surrounded his house, that’s when he crashed through the garage door, striking an EPD cruiser and when officers started shooting.

The suspect was shot and transported with non life threatening injuries.

No police officers were injured.

As soon as any details are released we’ll bring them to you.

04/11/2023

DOUBLE FATAL PLANE CRASH

The Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal plane crash that occurred today at approximately 11:30 a.m. in Pleasant Township.

The preliminary investigation showed a Piper Cherokee Six crashed into a bean field, approximately nine miles southwest of the Marion Municipal Airport.

The single-engine Piper sustained major damage and the two occupants suffered fatal injuries.

The occupants of the Piper have been identified. The left front seat occupant was Hal E. Durbin, 71, Findlay, and the right front seat occupant was William J. David, 70, Bowling Green.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Marion County Sheriff's Office, Marion County Coroner's Office, Pleasant Township Fire Department, Battle Run Fire District, Fort Morrow Fire District, Ist Consolidated Fire District and the Federal Aviation Administration.

The National Transportation Safety Board has been notified and the incident remains under investigation.

Ohio State Highway Patrol

03/11/2023

19-YEAR-OLD ARRESTED

On Thursday, at 4:54 pm., Elyria Police officers responded to Walmart, 1000 Chestnut Commons, after receiving a 911 call that a male was shot in the parking lot. Upon arrival, officers found Nicholas Tubbs, 21, from Grafton, Ohio, in the parking lot that had been shot. Mr. Tubbs was transported to University Hospital of Elyria and was later transported to the Hospital.

Early Friday morning Mr. Tubbs was pronounced deceased.

As a result of the preliminary investigation an arrest warrant was issued for Roosevelt Benton, 19, of Oberlin, for Felonious Assault.

Officers arrested Mr. Benton at his residence in Oberlin and he was arraigned early Friday morning in Elyria Municipal Court.

As the investigation continues additional criminal charges are anticipated against Mr. Benton.

The Elyria Police Department is currently investigating this homicide. Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Demarco at 440-326-1201 or [email protected]. You may also submit an anonymous tip by texting TIPELYRIA and your tip to 84741.

Additional details will be released as they become available.

03/11/2023

64-YEAR-OLD WOMAN DIES IN CAR CRASH

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal car crash involving two vehicles at the intersection of State Route 39 and Myers Road in Jackson
Township. The crash occurred south of Shelby, today around 2:23 pm.

Alan Vasquez, age 41, of Shelby, was driving a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan westbound on Myers Road.

John Dray, age 71, of Mansfield, was driving a 2018 Nissan Versa southbound on State Route 39.

Mr. Vasquez proceeded westbound on Myers Road,
crossing State Route 39, failing to yield to Mr. Dray.

Mr. Dray struck Mr. Vasquez in the passenger side as the vehicles met in the southbound lanes of State Route 39. Mr. Dray
came to rest in the southbound lane but Mr. Vasquez overturned and continued off the
west side of State Konte s9.

Mr. Dray and his wife, Terri, age 64, were transported to Ohio Health Mansfield by Shelby Fire and SMS.

Mrs. Dray succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased by the attending physician. Mr.

Vasquez sustained minor injuries but was not transported. Shelby Police, Shelby Fire and EMS, the Richland County Coroner, Shelly Smith and Sons
Towing, and Westside Towing assisted during the crash investigation.

The crash remains under investigation, impairment was not suspected.

Ohio State Highway Patrol

03/11/2023

MALE FOUND SHOT IN CAR

Today at 4:54 pm., Elyria Police officers responded to Walmart, 1000 Chestnut Commons, after receiving a 911 call a male shot in the parking lot.

Upon arrival, officers found a male in the parking lot that had been shot. This was an isolated incident and the male was transported to the hospital.

The Elyria Police Department is investigating this shooting. Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Demarco at 440.
326-1201 or [email protected].

You may also submit an anonymous tip by texting TIPELYRIA and your tip to 84741.

Additional details will be released as they become available.

Elyria Police Department

01/11/2023

COACH BOBBY KNIGHT DIES AT 83

Bob Knight died at his Bloomington, Indiana, home on Wednesday after a lengthy illness.

The family posted this statement:

“It is with heavy hearts that we share that Coach Bob Knight passed away at his home in Bloomington surrounded by his family.

We are grateful for all the thoughts and prayers, and appreciate the continued respect for our privacy as Coach requested a private family gathering, which is being honored. We will continue to celebrate his life and remember him, today and forever as a beloved Husband, Father, Coach, and Friend.

- The Knight family

30/10/2023

TWO FEMALES SHOT - ONE DEAD

On Sunday, at 11:04 pm., Elyria Police officers responded to the 200 block of 8 St. after receiving a 911 call of shots fired.

Upon arrival, officers found a 25-year-old female and a 27-year-old female in a vehicle, both struck by gun fire. Those two females were then transported to the Hospital of Elyria.

The 25-year-old was later transported to University Hospital of Cleveland where she was interviewed by detectives and received further medical treatment.

The 27-year-old female was pronounced deceased by the Lorain County Coroner's Office. The names of the victims are being withheld pending notification to their families.

The Elyria Police Department is investigating this homicide. Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Homoki at 440-326-1215 or [email protected]. You may also submit an anonymous tip by texting TIPELYRIA and your tip to 84741.

Additional details will be released as they become available.Elyria Police Departmentnt

30/10/2023

AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH ELYRIA MAYOR, FRANK WHITFIELD

With a week to go until Elyria citizens vote for the Mayor, we thought we’d show you the interviews of the two candidates again to help you decide.

Perhaps you have already.
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I had a chance to speak with Mayor Frank Whitfield, who will officially make his announcement that he will run for a second term in a couple days. The Mayor first allowed us to interview him about his seeking a second term.

You may think this piece is long, but it touches on many topics and it’s about Elyria’s future - so it’s important.

Here it is, our exclusive interview with Mayor Frank Whitfield.
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TMC - What did you do before you became the Mayor of Elyria?

Mayor Whitfield - “Before Mayor, I spent the previous 15 years plus in various public service capacities. That includes serving as President and CEO of the Lorain County Urban League, a grants administrator at the Nord Family Foundation, a community-based Computer instructor for Lorain County Community College, and prior to that spent over a decade serving youth in our community in various capacities from mentor and tutor to program manager. I’ve also served on various public and private boards and commissions including Lorain County Children Services, NOACA, Save Our Children of Elyria, MOVE Lorain County, Elyria Sunrise Rotary, and many more. I’m also involved in many civic organizations and churches.”

TMC - Tell me about the family - wife’s name, married how long, how many children. And why everyone wants to know, tell us your favorite place to take her out for dinner?

Mayor Whitfield - “My wife Kaleena and I have been married for over 11 years, and we are proud of our 4 daughters, Octavia, Sophia, Eliza, and Delila. Octavia is at medical school, Sophia is an honor roll student in middle school, Eliza is on the Student Council in elementary school, and Delila is just learning to walk. I enjoy playing video games with the girls, watching Shark Tank, and discussing faith and world issues with them.”

TMC - Where did you go to school - all Elyria City Schools?

Mayor Whitfield - “I grew up attending Elyria City Schools and graduated from Elyria High School.”

TMC - Where did you go after High School?

Mayor Whitfield - “After struggling my first year in college, through faith, mentorship and resilience I was able to rebound and eventually earned my associate's degree from Lorain County Community College, my bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University, and my MBA from Case Western Reserve University.”

TMC - Did you ever live outside Elyria, or are you a lifelong resident?

Mayor Whitfield - “I am a lifelong Elyria resident but my professional journey has afforded me the opportunity to travel around the country serving others and even out of the country to Scotland and Ireland.”

Ok, let’s get down to it now.

Q. Here’s the question that is always asked to a mayor running for a second term. Why do you want a second term

Mayor Whitfield - “I came into office with a clear vision and plan (see the 100-Day Plan on frankwhitfield.com), but due to the pandemic, we needed to focus on the immediate needs of the city while at the same time chipping away at our overall plan.

Now that we are coming out of the pandemic, we are starting to see the fruit from the seeds we planted in 2020 and 2021. But we aren’t finished. We still have plans and projects in motion related to Midway Mall, downtown, Chestnut Commons, and within parks and neighborhoods throughout Elyria. I am asking our residents to support me in finishing the work that we’ve begun.

We have been working to shift Elyria away from the status quo and towards a more innovative and enjoyable city. We are leading Elyria to be a more inclusive and less divided city, with services to residents as the center of our focus. Change takes time, but if I’m elected to a second term, with our residents, we will accomplish the cultural, social, and economic transformation Elyria deserves.”

TMC - Why do you feel deserving for the voters to pick your name over anyone else?

Mayor Whitfield - “Elyria residents have seen me lead during one of the most challenging times in American history, and we did so with excellence and compassion. I believe the residents haven’t experienced this level of access and engagement with their mayor in a very long time, and they appreciate it. Our business community sees us now as partners and not adversaries, which is leading to a stronger economy for Elyria. Also, residents are more engaged and involved than we’ve seen in recent history. Also, residents have seen me build and surround myself with high-quality talent, teams, and partnerships that help us better serve Elyria.”

TMC - Obviously, during the first part of the Whitfield administration, we experienced COVID. Were there things you didn’t have a chance to do - because of COVID?

Mayor Whitfield - “The major thing was bringing people together to organize and build relationships.
We had plans to form various “councils” to bring groups together (business leaders, seniors, youth, etc.), which would’ve been irresponsible during the pandemic. Hence, we had to find other ways to get feedback from these groups to build ownership and raise their voice in our decisions for the city.”

TMC - What’s the biggest thing that you’ve learned being Mayor?

Mayor Whitfield - “The biggest thing I’ve learned is how amazing and service-oriented our residents can be. During the pandemic, we called on our community to help us serve our seniors and residents with disabilities. Our office got responses from dozens of Elyria residents who volunteered hundreds of hours serving others. Elyrians are ready to get engaged they just need the right leaders to do so. I believe I am one of those leaders.”

TMC - What did you learn being the Mayor - that surprised you?

Mayor Whitfield - “Same as above. When residents are engaged and organized, we can accomplish anything together!”

TMC - You’ve had many accomplishments over the last 4 years. What do you think is your best? Which one was best for the city and the people?

Mayor Whitfield - “Of all the accomplishments from positively changing the image of Elyria, to increasing programs for residents and businesses, to the big grants awarded to police, parks, and water, to the large private investments we have helped facilitate. I would say some of my proudest accomplishments are what we accomplished in partnership with Elyria City Council such as the Skill City initiative where any Elyria resident can go to LCCC for free to get in-demand credentials, job certificates and degrees. In 2023, we will be launching a home rehab grant program that will provide grants to residents to help them spruce up their homes. That was done in partnership with city council members as well.”

TMC - This city comes with its challenges. The deteriorating downtown, the about dead Midway Mall, the loss of many large businesses - do you have any plans to get this city turned around?

Mayor Whitfield - “One of the major reasons I was elected was because the city had seen so much loss––particularly from the exit of major employers. Our administration has stopped that bleeding and has experienced growth at several large and small businesses in Elyria. Our income tax revenue is a reflection of that and because of the stronger economy we are building, we will have a safer and more enjoyable city.

Our economic development plans can be found on our city website (cityofelyria.org). But we are more than just plans on paper, we have built actual momentum and progress happening that you can see happening in neighborhoods and businesses around town including downtown Elyria, Chestnut Commons, and more.”

TMC - For a long time, there has been a divide in this community, a race issue, for example. It seems to have gotten a little better. What will you do to bring people together, to be the Mayor of all people, at every corner of town?

Mayor Whitfield - “Our city has many areas where there have been historical divides: by sides of town, race, social and economic class, and political party. I am Independent, not to create a political island, but to provide a space where we focus on our common goals as Elyrians, not our differences. Despite the diversity we have in Elyria, one thing we have in common is that we love Elyria. I’m committed to working with those who want to roll up their sleeves up and move Elyria forward, no matter their background.”

TMC - Final Closing Statement. What would you like to say to the people of Elyria as they look to decide?

Mayor Whitfield - “First off, thank you to those who voted for me in 2019 and I hope I have made you proud of that decision. Secondly, I hope you see that I have given this position my all. I haven’t held back my skills, ideas, relationships, energy, or anything that I thought would benefit the city. I’ve been there with you during the darkest and hardest times throughout these past three years and I’ve been with you during the greatest times when we celebrated together. I still have so much more to give and I believe Elyrians has so much more to gain. I humbly ask for your vote and for you to help me get re-elected November 7, 2023. Let’s Keep Moving Elyria Forward.”

“Your Proud Mayor, Frank Whitfield.” .
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Thank you, Mayor Whitfield for spending this time with us. I appreciate your answering all of the questions.

WElyriaa - Frank Whitfield, Mayor of Elyria

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