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)
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.
Lathrop Seymour was the first City Director of Medina and in that capacity was given the responsibility of distributing the land in and around the square. He was also the first elected county sheriff. The house he built was located on a lot by the current courthouse on the square in 1834. It was moved to 536 North Broadway in 1937.
A special thanks by the association goes to George ’Skip’ Baran, whose community involvement and vision has resulted in this neighborhood coming together. A simple vision to encourage neighbors helping neighbors, to maintain and preserve the Founders Way North neighborhood, maintain the high quality of life and local heritage Medina, Ohio has been known for. He began this effort by having the first Founders Way North meeting in his home in March of 2016, if it weren’t for his enthusiasm and tenacity, we would not be where to we are today.
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.
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Preserve the unique historical heritage of the neighborhood by improving planning methods.
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Fully utilize all the resources available to 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!
Get Involved
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.
President: Linda Frost
Vice President: Rick Kelley
Treasurer: Sandy Hinkle
Secretary: Janet Baran
Social Coordinator: Jodi Robbins
News & Views
We work hard to improve our community and we are so proud when this goal comes to fruition. A well informed community is an empowered one as well, so take a look below and help spread the word about all the amazing developments at Founders Way North.
 July 2022 - Our 1st Kid Social |  June 2022 social gathering |  Our 1st Social Gathering for 2022 |
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 Our 1st Social Gathering for 2022 |  2022-04 - This year's annual spring cleanup, we had a cookout following all of our hardwork! |  2022 - Our annual chili cookoff, contestants were Linda, Jodi, and Sandy. |
 2021 - Each year we have our annual holiday party and a sock exchange "White Elephant" style. |  2021 - Each year, volunteers from our neighborhood set up and remove luminaries all along North Broadway. |  2021 - Each year Founders Way North hosts a coat/clothing drive for our local elementary and middle schools. |
 Founders Way North October 2021 Social Gathering |  Founders Way North October 2021 Social Gathering |  We won first prize for the 2021 Main Street Medina & Boyert's Fall Halloween Flower Pot Decorating Contest |
 2021 Each year we support our local middle school and do a school supply drive. |  June 2021 Social Gathering |  Founders Way North 4th annual block party |
 June 2021 Social Gathering |  June 2021 Social Gathering |  Our 2020 entry for the annual Flower Pot Contest |
 2020 - Many of our residents tried to honor each and every Civil War veteran at Spring Grove Cemetery to ensure their headstones are marked appropriately for their service. |  2019 - Thank you from the Friends of Medina Cemetery |  2019 - Neighbors helping neighbors clear the snow |
 2019 - Our annual neighborhood spring cleaning |  2019 - Founders Way North residents participate in the Medina Library Local History Event |  2018 - Founders Way North residents celebrate the holidays |
 Part 1 of our 2018 Luminary team of volunteers |  Part 2 of our 2018 Luminary team of volunteers |  We won first prize for the 2018 Main Street Medina & Boyert's Fall Halloween Flower Pot Decorating Contest |
 2018 - Bicentennial celebration held at Memorial Park |  2018 Neighbors helping neighbors by cleaning out the Bradway Creek ravine. |
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Medina, OH 44256, USA