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Fortify Geauga Newsletter
May 9, 2024
Hello, Friends,
Welcome to a brand new week. This is the Fortify Geauga Newsletter for May 9, 2024.
Do you ever get the feeling our “red” county is not really very red? Does it make sense to you that the majority of Geauga county voters chose to enshrine unrestricted abortion in our constitution last year, or to approve recreational marijuana? Have you noticed the antagonism expressed by our “Republican” elected officials toward conservatives in our community? If we really are in the majority, why doesn’t it seem like it? We need to bring grassroots conservative values back to OUR Republican party. It starts with transforming our Geauga County GOP Central Committee into a vibrant, effective body that truly represents us. Take a look at this week’s post, Republicans in Geauga County Need Real Representation to understand how weakness in our county GOP is holding us back and what you can do to help.
Most everyone here in Geauga County is familiar with Liberty Camp, one of our great local institutions. Did you know Liberty Camp is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year? At only $50 per camper, Liberty Camp is an exceptional value. Enrollment is still open for children and teens, but spots are going fast. Liberty Camp is in need of adult volunteers to make the camp experience spectacular for young campers. Please consider volunteering, registering your children, and attending Liberty Camp’s 10th Anniversary celebration. (Camp and event registration information in post)
Did you know there is a fundraiser for US Senate Candidate Bernie Moreno on May 17th here in Geauga County? This unique opportunity will take place among the rare car collection at the home of host Mitch Bowlus. Spots are filling up quickly. Don’t miss this opportunity to help a truly America-first candidate defeat Sherrod Brown.
Save the Date: Join us for our May Patriot Potluck on Monday, May 20th at 6:30pm. (Registration required – details here.) We’ll have updates from Chris Alusheff on anticipated Senate legislation to curtail township zoning rights and information from the Ohio Election Integrity Network about the newly-introduced Ohio Votes Count Act.
As always, thank you for spending a few moments with us. Have a wonderful week.
Weekly Spotlight: Geauga Planning Commission to address state threats to township zoning rights
There will be an important meeting of the Geauga County Planning Commission on Tuesday, May 14th at 7:30 am. The Planning Commission will be discussing recent developments from the Ohio Senate Select Committee on Housing that could pose a serious threat to zoning rights in our townships. Geauga County residents are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting.
Please take a few minutes to learn about this alarming possibility and what you can do to stop it: WATCH: Will the Ohio Senate Move to Usurp Township Zoning Authority? (Interview with Zoning Inspector Chris Alusheff) And please SHARE it with ALL OHIO residents who live in townships. Don’t forget to register for our Patriot Potluck on Monday, May 20th. We’ll have updates from Mr. Alusheff on this crucial issue.
Recent Posts
Republicans in Geauga County Need Real Representation
Did you know there is an elected representative in our County GOP who is supposed to be representing you in the Republican party? There are 78 voting precincts in our county and every one of them has a GOP Central Committee representative who is elected by the people…
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WATCH: Will the Ohio Senate Move to Usurp Township Zoning Authority? (Interview with Chris Alusheff)
Fortify Geauga President Tiffanie Broadbent interviewed local Zoning Inspector Chris Alusheff about recent developments in the Ohio Senate that may lead to the state usurping local zoning authority. What is behind this move, how will this affect Geauga County, and what can citizens…
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Geauga County Library Board Position Open
The Geauga County Board of Commissioners are currently accepting applications for the Geauga County Public Library Board of Trustees to fill a position with a term ending June 30, 2031. Anyone interested in serving can…
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WATCH: Homestead Property Tax Exemptions for Disabled Veterans with Charles & Susan Johnston
Fortify Geauga President Tiffanie Broadbent interviewed Charles & Susan Johnston of Ashtabula county. Charles is a disabled veteran who ran for State Central Committee in District 32. Mr. and Mrs. Johnston have been working hard to bring attention to…
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UPDATED: In Case You Missed It: OAMF President Describes Outrageous Stall Tactics on Crucial Medical Freedom Legislation
On April 22nd, Stephanie Stock, President of Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom, and Dr. Richard Bartlett, joined Bob Frantz’s “Always Right Radio” to express their extreme frustration with stall tactics being employed to keep House Bill 73 from advancing in the Senate…
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Petition to Add Two Citizens to Geauga County Budget Commission
Local residents are circulating a petition to add a referendum to the ballot in the next general election (November 2024). It would read “Shall the county budget commission consist of two additional members to be elected from the county?” This petition does not name who …
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Election Integrity Bill Introduced in the Ohio House
The hard-working folks at Grassroots Freedom Initiative reached out to their subscribers with an update on election integrity legislation in Ohio. House Bill 472, the Ohio Votes Count Act, was recently introduced in the Ohio House …
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WATCH: Interview with Rep. Jennifer Gross (R-45) on Closing Ohio’s Primaries
Ohio Representative Jennifer Gross sat down with us for an interview about closing Ohio’s primaries. Representative Gross clarified the parameters of her legislation (House Bill 210) and addressed the overlap between HB210 and a newer bill, House Bill 437. While the bills are …
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Liberty Camp USA’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
You are cordially invited to Liberty Camp USA’s 10th Anniversary Celebration. Come enjoy a dinner and reception in support of Liberty Camp’s mission: “Liberty Camp USA is dedicated to creating America’s next generation of great patriots to honor God, stand strong to protect America’s freedom and dedicate themselves to be Virtuous Citizens.” …
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- 05/09/24 – Chester Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/09/24 – Chardon City Council Meeting
- 05/09/24 – Middlefield Village Council Meeting
- 05/13/24 – Berkshire Local School Board Meeting
- 05/13/24 – Aquilla Village Council Meeting
- 05/13/24 – Bainbridge Township Board of Trustees Meeting
- 05/13/24 – Burton Village Council Meeting
- 05/13/24 – Kenston Local School Board Meeting
- 05/13/24 – Middlefield Township Trustee Meetings
- 05/13/24 – South Russell Village Council Meeting
- 05/14/24 – Geauga County Planning Commission Regular Meeting
- 05/14/24 – Hunting Valley Village Council Meeting
- 05/14/24 – Munson Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/15/24 – Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services Meeting
- 05/15/24 – Chester Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/15/24 – Hambden Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/15/24 – Special Education Workshop for Parents, hosted by LDA of Ohio
- 05/15/24 – Chardon Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/15/24 – Newbury Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/15/24 – Thompson Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/16/24 – Geauga County Board of Elections Meeting
- 05/16/24 – Russell Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/17/24 – Bernie Moreno Fundraiser at the home of of Mitch Bowlus
- 05/17/24 – Tactical Civics Seminar
- 05/20/24 – Claridon Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/20/24 – Chardon Local School Board Meeting
- 05/20/24 – West Geauga Local School Board Meeting
- 05/20/24 – Auburn Township Board of Trustees Meeting
- 05/20/24 – Burton Township Board of Trustees Meeting
- 05/21/24 – Huntsburg Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/21/24 – Montville Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/21/24 – Parkman Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/21/24 – Troy Township Trustees Meeting
- 05/22/24 – Geauga Public Health Board Meeting
- 05/22/24 – Cardinal Local School Board Meeting
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