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November 25 2009

Candy Cane Cruise Just Jazzin' 3 Sponsors Board Nominations Sought 35th Annual Meeting ReImagining Cleveland Grants Awarded Energy Conservation Grants Available Closed Hollywood Video to reopen soon Still Time to Make a One Time Tax Deductible 35th Anniversary Gift to Cudell Improvement, Inc.

2nd Annual Candy Cane Cruise

Those wild and crazy ragtop owners welcome any reason to  drive around in the freezing weather with the tops down.  And the Clifton Merchants are giving them the chance to do just that on Saturday, December 5th from 3 - 6 PM on wonderful, walkable Clifton Blvd.  Come enjoy the parade of convertibles while browsing the locally owned and operated shops and restaurants, getting free treats, watching the spectacular ice carving demonstration and  listening to the holiday music from the vintage calliope.  By visiting all the participating merchants, Candy Cane Cruise guests have the opportunity to win a $150 cash prize.  Go to www.cudell.com for more details on this free family event and/or how to be a driver in the event.

Just Jazzin'3 Sponsors

Cudell Improvement, Inc.'s annual fundraiser, Just Jazzin'3,  was a smash hit at the Brothers Lounge on November 11th. Guests enjoyed the hip swaying sounds of Roberto Occasio's Latin Jazz Project while munching on heavy appetizers and refreshing beverages. Thanks to all our ticket buyers and donors as well as our sponsors:  RJ Heating & Cooling, Inc.; Walter Martens & Sons Funeral Home; BDL General Contracting; Twist Social Club; Weatherking Home Insulation; Security Hut; Kilroy Home Insulation; Great Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning; and Douglass & Associates Co., L.P.A. 

Board Nominations Sought

Cudell Improvement is still accepting nominations for its Board of Directors until December 10th.  Candidates must have been members for a year to be a valid nominee.  Email cudell@multiverse.com for a nomination form. 

35th Annual Meeting

Mark your calendars for Cudell Improvement, Inc.'s 35th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 6:45 PM at Brennan's Party Center, 13000 Triskett Road.  Brennan's is a long time member of Cudell Improvement, Inc. and always makes our Annual Meeting go smoothly.   Keynote Speaker will be the Honorable Raymond L. Pianka.  The Judge has done outstanding work with lenders during the ongoing foreclosure crisis, and we are thrilled that his schedule will allow his participation.  Other significant work will also be recognized.  Over the holidays, pick up an extra hat, scarf, gloves, t-shirt to bring for donation to Marion C. Seltzer School.

ReImagining Cleveland Grants Awarded

Thanks to the hard work of Birgit Hilliard and Jim Pressler of Cudell's staff, our neighborhood garnered two substantial grants in the Reimagining Cleveland Land Reuse Program competition.  The Hope Community Garden Expansion at West 89th and Tompkins received $5,000 and the 98 Great Homes Off-Street Parking Lot at 9703 Laird Avenue received $10,000.  Both projects will move forward in the Spring.  Jim worked with Carl Wood, adjacent property owner,and Birgit worked Jim Edwards, Garden Coordinator to apply for the grants.  Be sure to congratulate Birgit and Jim when you see them. 

Energy Conservation Grants Available

Since 1983, Cudell Improvement, Inc. has implemented the Home Weatherization Assistance Program on the west side of Cleveland as well as the House Warming Program.  Call Linda or Pat at 216.228.4383 to secure an application/find out if you are income qualified for the program.  Energy Conservation is the foundation of all green building! 

Closed Hollywood Video to Reopen Soon

Cudell Improvement, Inc. will have a major announcement soon about the exciting, new business opening at the closed Hollywood Video. While we can't name names yet, eat all you want over the holidays because the new business will help you take it all off!

Still Time to Make a Tax-Deductible 35th Anniversary Gift to Cudell Improvement, Inc.

As year end fast approaches, there is still time to make a one time tax deductible 35 Anniversary Gift to Cudell Improvement, Inc. in recognition of its work in the community over the past 35 years and for the foreseeable future.  When you are doing your year end tax planning, please remember Cudell Improvement and the stakeholders it serves.  Invest in us for a better community.

 

Happy Thanksgiving to all!  The offices of Cudell Improvement, Inc. at 9821 Lorain Avenue and 9801  Denison Avenue will reopen on Monday, November 30th.

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