Good morning, Geauga County. June marks the dawn of a technological transition as FirstEnergy's Smart Meter program prepares to transform how Mentor residents monitor their electricity usage. Starting June 23, the gradual conversion will bring modern metering to local homes, with residents receiving advance notifications and installation details in the coming weeks. The company promises a smooth transition, even handling any necessary repairs at no cost to homeowners.
Meanwhile, financial drama unfolds on two fronts across Northeast Ohio. Bank of America has filed a $20 million federal complaint against the recently shuttered Notre Dame College, seeking a court-appointed receiver to oversee asset sales. In Cleveland Heights, a different kind of accountability issue has emerged, with surveillance footage capturing Mayor Seren entering the locked law department after telling council members he couldn't access that area—adding another layer to the ongoing controversies surrounding his administration.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
⚡ Smart meters are coming to Mentor homes this June. FirstEnergy's Ohio Smart Meter program will begin converting meters in the area starting June 23. Residents should expect a mailed brochure 4-6 weeks before installation, followed by a letter two weeks prior with program details and opt-out information. Company employees or Wellington Contractors will perform the installations, leaving door hangers to confirm completion. Any necessary location repairs will be handled by FirstEnergy at no cost to residents.
🕵️♂️ Cleveland Heights mayor caught sneaking into law department after denying access.Mayor Kahlil Seren was captured on surveillance video entering the locked law department early morning and on a weekend, just hours after telling city council his keycard couldn't access that area. When confronted, Seren claimed he technically told the truth - explaining he uses a separate key fob, not his keycard, to enter. The incident adds to mounting controversies surrounding Seren, including allegations about his wife making antisemitic remarks and causing a disturbance at City Hall. Council members expressed frustration at what they called "untruths," with one putting his head in his hands saying, "How can we possibly do our job?"
💰 Bank of America demands $20 million from shuttered Notre Dame College. The bank has filed a federal complaint against the financially struggling institution, accusing it of defaulting on the massive debt. Bank of America is seeking a court-appointed receiver to oversee the sale of the college's assets. Notre Dame College closed in spring 2024 amid financial troubles. The Ohio Attorney General has separately accused the college of misusing donor funds to pay debts.
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