AVON LAKE, Ohio (WOIO) - Avon Lake City Council members approved the purchase of the former Erieview Elementary School at their Monday evening meeting.

The school building, along with the 9.48-acre property at 32630 Electric Blvd., will be turned into a community center.

Erieview Elementary opened in 1951 and was closed after the 2024-2025 school year as part of the school district’s consolidation play.

The total purchase prices is $500,000.

“This purchase is a win-win for our community,” said Avon Lake Mayor Mark Spaetzel. “The Erieview building is a valuable community asset that is well-positioned to support recreational programs year-round, and it is in a great location. At a cost of roughly $53,000 per acre, the purchase price is well below the average price per acre for property i

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