police dept. promotions/new hires The City of Beachwood recently swore in eight officers to new supervisory positions and three newly-hired officers. Police Chief Keith Winebrenner said, “I view this as an opportunity for our organization to grow under new leadership, with new direction and innovative new ideas. I have the utmost confidence in these men and women and their ability to provide sound leadership and direction to our police department.” Congratulations go to the following officers: Police Captain John M. Korinek Police Captain Gary R. Haba Police Lieutenant Richard E. Lessick Police Lieutenant Kevin L. Owens Police Lieutenant John C. Atterbury Police Sergeant Lisa K. Budny Police Sergeant Erin A. Draves Police Sergeant James M. Krakora Police Patrol Officer Michael D. Malliski Police Patrol Officer David M. Miller Police Patrol Officer Terrance A. Schaefer Beachwood City of proper mulching for happier, healthier trees Trees need mulch but bad mulching kills trees. Mulch protects the soil, keeps roots moist and cool, and suppresses weeds. Never pile mulch up around the tree's trunk. muffins with the mayor Mayor Merle S. Gorden invites you to join him while you enjoy a muffin and coffee. May 13 at 10:00 a.m. beachwood Community Center Mingle, munch and meet the Mayor as we celebrate May – Older Americans Month. Call to reserve your space. 216.595.3733. FREE! BAD GOOD Trees grow by transferring food up and down the outer layers of the trunk, just beneath the bark. That's the only part of the trunk that's really “alive.” Any damage to the trunk stops the food from flowing. Additionally, the moisture conserved under mulch is good for growing root ends, and mulch can keep the soil underneath from compaction. When moisture stays around the trunk, it can choke off the tree's food, killing the tree. May 2015 n Beachwood Buzz 29