Community Corner

Pariscilla Schmalzel

After 46 years, Pariscilla is still happy to call Clayton home.

Name: Pariscilla Schmalzel

Age: 74

How long have you lived in Clayton? 46 years

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Why did you move to Clayton? It was a small town and we loved our house on Cardinet Drive. The schools were one of the main reasons. The kids could walk to school and all three of my sons graduated from Clayton Valley High.

Have you noticed a change in Clayton since you moved here? I don't think it has changed much. It still has that small-town feel. You can still buy soda pop at the local store and it feels safe.

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What are your favorite businesses in town? We love and there's the and if I'm out of something and I don't want to go to then I go there.

Is there anything you would want to change about Clayton? I'm happy the way it is. The parks are good, the schools are good and the police and firemen are a great service. It's just a great place for kids to grow up.

What do you think is the most important issue facing the city? I think just keeping it a small town. The other thing is there is only one road in and out of the city and it becomes a really busy road. But I'm not sure how to fix that.

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