AVON LAKE, Ohio (WOIO) - The city of Avon Lake plans to purchase the former Erieview Elementary School for $500,000 and convert it into a community center.

The proposal has sparked discussion among residents following a post on social media, questioning why the school was closed last school year and whether it should have remained open.

Mayor Mark Spaetzel says it is a plan that makes sense for the city.

“By being able to keep the building open, it keeps the residents happy, it certainly makes me happy, I’m a long-time Avon Laker, my kids went to school here,” Spaetzel said.

Timeline and funding

Spaetzel said the plan has been in development for nearly a year.

The proposal is currently before the city council for approval.

“We have this in front of council, if council approves it, t

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