Jack Bradley- I am HE “tear it down”
2nd coming 😉 Rey Carrion and more to come?
Sanford Washington
Moving on , well at least Upton moved on to his new position ( on probation) as Director of Building Housing and Planning and enter Jack’s pick Sanford Washington.. nice guy by all accounts, very “loyal” .
Apart from message requests I didn’t have much t do with him .He did mention when asked the reason the City of Lorain could go back to the Developers A7 and Earth Exchange was the reason they did not have and insurance…….well that was not expected because apparently they had no valid insurance and look at the last paragraph … NONE of that happened. WHY? Click on to a larger view
and the date is:)
Well Sanford too, apparently when he sent his letter of agreement obviously didn’t ask the Law Dept to check all the paperwork either, Law department would have checked to protect the City of Lorain and at least initial OK but none of that happened. …… Why ? Part of his responsibilities one would think…….. so another opportunity to check on the ” criminals ) Jack’s reference ( eventually) Disappointed in Washingtons part i all this after all his name is on this whole debacle. 
I wonder if I would trust his word about anything or whether he was underorders of just didn’t do due diligence .
Max Upton was asked some questions on this blog by a guest writer . K. Kennedy who was most interested in Lorain. Also she discusses the Lorain Stove Works which is now being couple with St .Joes in financing and “dirt”
Questions to Max Upton
My main concern is whether the city has the significant experience in Brownfield revitalization that is noted, but not detailed, in the application.
If the St. Joe’s demolition is any indication of the expertise of the Building and Housing Department, it might be beneficial to hold off on this project until such time there is a much stronger presence
there.
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A quick review of the information notes there are inconsistencies between the documents. It’s clear there is soil contamination but the documents are not consistent regarding the groundwater contamination.
UPTON REPLIES: There is no groundwater contamination on site.
NOTE LR not really that accurate as we have found out
Kennedy Question 6
The documents state that City of Lorain officials will manage this project and will put their SIGNIFICANT experience in Brownfield revitalization to overseeing and implementing the remediation. What specific experience do City officials have? Have
resumes been included in the application?UPTON REPLIES :Sanford Washington owned and operated an environmental services firm for a number of years. With specific experience in hazardous wastes and contaminated sites.
I [Max Upton] have significant experience with the development of brownfield sites. The day to day oversight of the remediation will be done by a certified environmental professional that will be paid for out of grant funding.
OH- HER – AGAIN : NOTES: I have looked into the operating of an environmental firm registered by Mr. . Washington. I can find none but he has run a business since 1997 : see application for SWJ Enterprises description : I would personally like more details as to Mr. Washingtons ” environmental services ” His LinkedIn Page states:
Experience
Safety Service DirectorCity of Lorain, Ohio – Present1 year 7 months
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Owner/PresidentSWJ Enterprises Inc. – Present28 years 11 months
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AdministratorOur Lady of the Wayside – 6 years 2 months Avon, Ohio
7.
What final tests will be performed to ensure the property is suitable/healthy for residential construction and for use as park land?
UPTON REPLIES: The City of Lorain will go through the Ohio voluntary action plan administered by the Ohio EPA and will have covenants in place certifying that the land is safe for residential use prior to the redevelopment.
8. The documents note that Lorain determined the asbestos was abated after removalin 2018. Was this independently verified? Since the cost of the remediation will be affected by this answer, independent verification would be appropriate.
UPTON DID NOT REPLY TO QUESTION NUMBER 8
Well Washington was given the thank you but don’t need you anymore and Rey Carrion , he of the longtime relationship with Sanford Prudoff Community Development City of Lorain and through a number of Mayors became the “new Safety Service Director.
Rey left “voluntarily” from his position in the City of Lorain Mayor Ritenauer’s administration. Rey went to the private sector .but not for long.
He ran for 6th Ward councilman and got in. He then decided not to run again as he was suffering from “health” problems and retired as of Jan 1 2024
Prior to that, he worked for the city for more than 20 years, including stints in economic development and building, housing and planning.
Bradley said Carrion’s background in economic development will be key in his administration’s next four years.
“I think Rey brings a wealth of knowledge regarding the city since he has over 20 years of experience working for the city, in addition to his experience as a member of council,” Bradley said.
Since I have know Mr. Carrion all those years. you would think he would have hit the ground running with Upton’s and the City involvement with the ” crime scene of St Joes ( Jack Bradley quote) and those involved! Did he ? NO just gave us more loyalty to his boss one presumes and his new lucrative “stepping stone ” of a job.
August 2024 over a year ago : https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/we-follow-through/its-been-an-eyesore-for-years-now-cleanup-is-coming
This intersection connects Lorain. So for us, it’s exciting. The potential is incredible,” said Carrion of Broadway Avenue and W. 21st Street, where the former hospital property sits.
The St. Joseph’s site will receive almost $6.5 million to complete demolition, remove asbestos and other hazardous materials and prepare the property for redevelopment.
“These are seeds that were planted years ago that are coming to fruition now,” Carrion said.
Additionally, a sprawling former industrial property in central Lorain is also receiving funding. The former Stove Works facility, located near W. 13th Street and Long Avenue, manufactured stoves and heaters. The site has been vacant since 1981 and still includes concrete footings and piles of debris.
https://danielebrady.blogspot.com/2016/04/stove-works-part-2.html
Oh dear another “I love this City and I want transparency and I will work hard for the success………politician that has done nothing except glad handing and taking the money , and talking the talk when it comes to St Joes and the debacle of a demolition … NO investigation warranted I guess……. Why
Photo Dan Brady 2016
Stove Works 2016
OH Her Again! 