James A. Smith, Mayor

The City of Avon is 22 miles west of downtown Cleveland. Because of our close proximity to Cleveland, our city is growing rapidly. While trying to retain our "rural flavor", we will contend with the inevitable growth we are experiencing.

While our city has long been known for its many greenhouses, the City of Avon has also become a major center for antiques. There are at least 15 antique shops located throughout Avon, and also many century homes within the French Creek Historic District. Four times a year festivals and special sales draw thousands of visitors.

Our Enterprise Zone is located near I-90 and other state routes which makes it ideal for developing for industrial use. The expansion of the sanitary sewers into the industrial area is a priority issue at this time. It will also be important to maintain and improve our streets and highways. Attracting new industry will provide jobs for Lorain County and improve our tax base.

The Avon Local School district provides a solid educational background for the students of Avon. Avon is located only three miles from Lorain County Community College. LCCC offers our high school students the opportunity to pick up college credits prior to graduation. The NOVA (gifted/talented) program is also offered to students attending Avon Schools.

The City of Avon's Parks and Recreation Commission offers a variety of recreation activities to both children and adults. Youth softball, basketball and soccer, men's basketball and couples volleyball are just a few activities that are offered. Our two parks offer soccer fields, baseball diamonds and playground facilities.

The Lorain Public Library System serves our city and a new library facility recently opened. Avon also has many community organizations, including Avon Women's Club, Avon Lion's Club, Avon Athletic Boosters, the Knights of Columbus and many others.

Avon is a great community and I am proud to say I have lived here all my life.

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