Founders Way North
Medina, Ohio
We are Medina residents (owners and renters) and businesses within the boundaries of up to E Liberty to Harding streets on North Broadway, east to Spring Grove and west to Court Street. (Click here to see a boundary map of all the historic neighborhoods)
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Founders Way North is named for three Medina founders; Rufus Ferris, David King and Lathrop Seymour, each of these founders built their homes on Broadway Street.
Rufus Ferris built his home at 325 North Broadway, where it still remains today. Ferris is one of the first land agents for Elijah Boardman, who is credited for discovering Medina County in the 1700s.
David King built his mansion in 1833 and it was originally located at 210 South Broadway, where the Medina County Library is located today. The house was purchased in 1895 by Fremont O. Phillips, a mayor of the village, U.S. Congressman and probate judge. Phillips moved the house in to 506 North Broadway, where it is located today.
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Our Mission
Founders Way North mission statement
Believing that the Founders Way North Historic Neighborhood is critical to the health and viability of the city of Medina, we have formed an association:
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to build a sense of community within the entire area by creating a strong social network within the neighborhood
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to be the catalyst for the development of an Historic District that emphasizes the quality, livability and affordability of the neighborhood
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to promote the preservation of historic homes and structures in the neighborhood
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to educate the current and future homeowners about the history of the neighborhood
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to impart the importance of maintaining the unique character and value of the neighborhood
About Us
Getting to know your neighbors and creating a greater community helps everyone. As a member of Founders Way North, the benefits may include:
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A cleaner, safer, healthier neighborhood with improved quality of life for you and your neighbors.
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The opportunity to contribute to the discussion of ideas which affect the neighborhood and promote cooperative actions.
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Empowers us to have a voice in local government and to achieve common neighborhood goals.
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Promote friendships, reduce conflict, and foster a sense of concern and caring among people in the neighborhood
Only two places in America have a pair of Meridian Stones and Medina is one of those places, and we are even luckier to have one of them located in our neighborhood!
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You Can Make a Difference
Your support is important to our work at Founders Way North. There are many ways you can contribute towards our causes, and every little bit that you commit goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission. Learn more about how you can get involved and take advantage of the opportunity to do some good.
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Medina, OH 44256, USA
