MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS NEEDED...

While the Finneytown Music Parents Association does a terrific job fundraising and raising awareness about the importance of enhancing the public school experience for students attending public school, they are in need of used musical instruments for students wanting to be in the orchestra or band.  The new director, Mr. Carl Phlipot (pronounced "fleepoh") informed me that it doesn't matter if the instrument is broken because they have a volunteer who repairs and refurbishes from parts.

Thank you for supporting quality public school education in Finneytown.  Helping out with an additional donation or scholarship to the many parent volunteer organizations only adds to the success of individual students  and our community.  See the school's webpage at www.finneytown.org and click on "support organizations" at the top of your screen for more information about how you can make a special contribution to honor or memorialize your loved ones.

FINNEYTOWN CIVIC ASSOCIATION

HAPPY’S PIZZA NOW OPEN
ROBIN HENDLEY • FCA LIAISON
Besides the opening of Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine at 8592 Winton, and, the relocation of Fantastic Wok in the former PJ Restaurant space, the latest business addition to the Finneytown area is Happy’s Pizza located at Daly and North Bend Roads. Happy’s menu features more than 220 items, including pizza, seafood, chicken, ribs, various side items and desserts. There is something for everyone. The convenient drive up window allows for advance phone orders 541-5500 and free delivery is offered for all catering orders and orders of $25.00 or more.

CASH MOB AT BRENTWOOD SPIRITS and WINE - FEBRUARY 9, 1 PM - 5 PM
GREGORY HOPKINS • CASH MOB COORDINATOR
FCA will conduct another “cash mob” to benefit one of our small businesses in Finneytown. The premise is simple: an alert goes out via Twitter, Facebook, email, etc. that directs like-minded shoppers to a particular retail store or restaurant. This is not only an opportunity to support a local business but also a chance to meet new neighbors and see old friends.

Brentwood Spirits and Wine will be our cash mob target on Saturday, February 9th, from 1 pm – 5 pm.
Brentwood Spirits and Wine fits the profile because they are locally owned and independently operated.
We are asking everyone to stop by Brentwood Spirits and Wine on Saturday, February 9th and spend $15-20 (or more if you wish). This is a great opportunity to pick up some heart-healthy red wine for your Valentine’s Day celebration.  Brentwood Spirits and Wine is located at 8621 Winton Rd, near Arby’s. Their phone number is 522-5830. Be sure to mention the FCA Cash mob when you stop by on Saturday and please spread the word to others!

DEB SEMINICK TAKES OVER FEB. 1 AS SUPERINTENDENT
ROBIN HENDLEY • FCA LIAISON
The Finneytown Local School District Board of Education named Ms. Deb Semenick as interim uperintendent. Semenick takes over February 1, 2013 when current superintendent, Dr. Alan Robertson, retires. The vote was unanimous.  ”She has an in-depth knowledge of the community, curriculum and instruction, and also knows what it takes to continue the great tradition,” said Mrs. Horn. Ms. Semenick is no stranger to the Finneytown traditions, having been a principal at Whitaker Elementary from 1997-2008. She is currently Director of Student Services for the Finneytown district. Semenick, who is licensed as a superintendent, principal, and teacher, has served as a principal and teacher of both regular and special needs students in five different school districts. She has received numerous awards and accolades as an effective leader, including the Council for Exceptional Children Principal Award, a nomination for the Leadership Award from the Inclusion Network, and Finneytown Educator of the Year. She has participated in the High Aims Math and Science Academy for Principals, and is a certified trainer for Ruby Payne’s Framework for Understanding Poverty. At Whitaker she spearheaded a school improvement project to expand the academic achievements of all students based on Effective Schools research and the 8-Step Instructional Model. One parent commented about Ms. Semenick’s “astute ability” to support change with grace. She “has been an excellent role model of change for her peers, staff, and Whitaker students and families.”

AUDITOR WARNS ABOUT PROPERTY VALUATION APPEALS

Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes is warning property owners to beware of companies offering to assist with valuation appeals. ValueAppeal, LLC of Seattle is one of several companies mailing letters to area residents saying they could be overpaying their taxes because the County value of their property might be in error, Rhodes said. “The information is available and free,” Rhodes said. The letters come on the heels of the 2011 reevaluation of all Hamilton County properties. Overall, property lost $5 billion in value. The
current values became effective on the first tax bill in 2012.  “We advise homeowners to contact a realtor who is active in their area for an independent opinion of their value as a first step,” he said. Owners can also review recent sales of comparable properties on the auditor’s Web site www.hcauditor.org. Rhodes added nobody can offer a “guarantee” or “a very high likelihood” of a value reduction. Owners who believe their value is inaccurate should submit their Board of Revision complaint forms to the auditor’s office by 4 p.m. on March 31. Complaint forms and instructions are available from the Auditor’s office or may be accessed on the Auditor’s Web site.



Duke Energy Appliance Recycling

Duke Energy Ohio and Kentucky has launched a new program designed to give customers the ability to
recycle outdated refrigerators and freezers in a convenient way (and earn some money too)! The Appliance
Recycling Program (ARP) was launched in October, specifically targeting older refrigerators and freezers
that customers often keep in garages or basements to aid in food and beverage storage. Older appliances that are not as energy efficient as newer models can cost an additional $150 per year to operate.

To have your refrigerator or freezer picked up, appliances must be in working condition and between
10 and 30 cubic feet in size. An incentive check for $30 will arrive within 4-6 weeks. Call Duke Energy at
(855) 398-6200 or visit duke-energy.com/recycle.

2013 Meeting Dates:

• General FCA Meeting
Monday, April 27, 7 - 9 p.m.
Township Senior Center, Rm. A

• General FCA Meeting
Monday, September 23, 7 - 9 p.m.
Township Senior Center, Rm. A

• Meet The Candidate’s Night
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Township Senior Center, Rm. C

We Need Your Help!
FCA Membership
Annual Dues are:
Family $20; individuals $10

Mail to:
Finneytown Civic Association
P.O. Box 317696
Cincinnati, OH 45231


VIEW PLACE NEIGHBORS FIGHTING GRACE POINT CHURCH LIGHTS
JOSEPH GORMAN • PRESIDENT

I really hate to give up a chance to talk out problems, but it appears that is the case concerning bright
lights from a church that disturbs neighbors.And, I mean, REALLY bright lights!View Place neighborhood has always been known as a star-gazer’s delight, with dark skies perfect to see stars and the night sky heavens. The Township is now undertaking a study to determine if the stadium-like lights installed at Grace Point Church that borders Keats and View Place are in fact against the law. The pastor has revealed that he is not going to cooperate with the neighbors by either replacing the bright lights with a softer light, or, by turning the lights off after 10 p.m. Now, we are at the mercy of Springfield Township

Want To Volunteer Nov. 20 or Donate Something?

The Finneytown Elementary and Secondary PTA will once again be providing Thanksgiving turkeys along with baskets of food for families in the Finneytown area who are in need. Please bring in canned goods or other non-perishable items between Monday, November 12th and Monday, November 19th.  There will be collection boxes in each elementary classroom and secondary main offices.

Classrooms, families, businesses and relatives are invited to help us reach this goal.  The need is genuine and all donations will be greatly appreciated. Below are suggestions for contributions for each grade level to help get a variety of items. Please feel free to send in as much of any of the items that you possibly can.

Kindergarten: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Bottled Juice

1st grade: Boxed mashed potato flakes, Stuffing mix, Macaroni &Cheese

2nd grade: Canned fruit, Canned sweet potatoes, canned cranberry sauce

3rd grade: Canned vegetables and soup, Canned Pasta

4th grade: Canned meat (tuna, beef stew, etc.), Spaghetti and Sauce

5th grade: Cake mix; Frosting, Brownie mix, Corn Muffin and Cookie mix, Jello and pudding

6th grade: Hand soap, Tear-Free shampoo, Kitchen plastic garbage bags

Secondary: Liquid Laundry detergent, Toilet tissue, Kleenex (tissues)

*Also, if your family would like to donate a complete food basket, please contact Rob and Joanna Eberhardt at 520-3125 or pta@finkyblu.com to get details.

The need is great this year and our Finneytown families can rise to the occasion with an outpouring of selfless, generous giving to fill many baskets and touch hundreds of hearts.

And please join us in assembling and distributing the baskets on Tuesday, November 20^that the Secondary Campus.  Sign up atelempta.ivolunteer.com/service

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Calling all registered voters!

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR FINNEYTOWN LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT! VOTE YES THIS NOVEMBER SO WE CAN MAKE IMPROVEMENTS ON THE BUILDING AND MAKE IT SAFE FOR OUR CHILDREN!

The Finneytown Board of Education, on July 23, 2012, approved placing a15-year 1.98 mill bond issue on the ballot to raise $4.7 million for new construction, improvements, innovations and additions to school facilities and to provide equipment, furnishings and site improvements.

If passed, this bond issue will add $58.77 per year to the tax obligation of a property with a valuation of $100,000.  The bond issue is just one part of a larger comprehensive effort to fund all $8.3 million worth of facility improvements identified in the district’s recently updated 6 year capital improvement plan.  These improvements cover critical building systems that are essential to protecting and maintaining the community’s investment in

its schools. These improvements will keep our buildings warm, safe, dry and physically inviting to our students.  Specific improvements included in the bond issue.

• Critical maintenance and repairs:

Replace failing roofs at Brent, Whitaker, Secondary Campus, and the William R. Swartzel Performing Arts Center; replace aging and inefficient heating, ventilating and air conditioning units and their controls; replace faulty ductwork; repave deteriorating parking lots and driveways.

• Safety and security: Secure, upgrade and replace exterior doors; install electronic controls at all entry ways; install vestibule doors at Brent; possible traffic flow enhancements for Brent and Whitaker.

• Energy savings: Installation of high efficiency lighting, boilers and electronic controls; conversion of the Performing Arts Center from electric to less expensive natural gas for

heating and cooling.

• Learning environment improvements: Electrical power upgrades will support expanded use of technology by students at all sites; improved lighting and interior retrofits will improve the look and feel of classrooms and the Performing Arts Center.

It has been a primary goal of the district to make the district’s Capital Improvement Plan as affordable to taxpayers as possible.  While the bonds could be financed over a longer period of time, equal to the expected life of purchased assets, the district has chosen to finance the

project over a shorter 15 year life. The district is saving money with a lower interest rate and total interest payments, in the same way a homeowner can save money by entering into a 15 year mortgage instead of a 30 year mortgage.

Community Night at the Y

Residents of Springfield Township are invited to the Powel Crosley Jr,. YMCA with FREE admission to the pool at 6:00 p.m. Several local businesses will host booths offering give-a-ways and cash and carry shopping! Plus, we will have games in the pool and gift bags for everyone in attendance! Leave dinner to the pros! Concessions and dinner items will be on sale at the pool.

*Children will be required to pass a swim test to swim without a parent in the pool.
Festivities will last 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Registration is NOT required.
Check the website for a raindate.

Cancelled! Springfield Twp.-Finneytown Booster's Community Garage Sale!

Save the Date for Springfield Township-Finneytown Booster's Community Garage Sale at Finneytown High School, Saturday, June 2nd, from 9 am to 1 pm.

They say that one man's trash is another man's treasure! So on Saturday, June 2nd it's a treasure hunt like no other! With 48 indoor individual booths and up to 100 outdoor booths, you're sure to find something great! Doors open to public at 9 am.  There will be no early birds.  Due to vendors setting up outdoors, cars will not permitted in the parking lot until 9 am.  Anything unsold may be donated to Goodwill.

Those interested may purchase a booth space ranging in price from $10-20 to sell their unneeded items. No sales of pets, vehicles, firearms,  is permitted on property.

Indoor booths (located in the Main Gym) 10 x 10 = $20 per booth w/48 spaces available.  Each indoor booth comes with (1) 8 ft. table and (2) chairs.

Outdoor booths 10 x 10 concrete area  cost $15 w/52 spaces available.

Outdoor Grassy Grove area behind Main Gym 10 x 30 cost $10 w/56 spaces available.

Rain or Shine. Canopy no larger than space allotted are permitted for shelter in the event of rain.  Finneytown Boosters shall not be liable for injury or loss and therefore held harmless from any claim whatsoeveer.

Set up time is Friday, June 1, from 4-7 pm or no earlier than 6 am day of Garage Sale.

Register  for booths through Finneytown Boosters, 8916 Fountainbleau Terrace, 45224. Or register at FHS during hours of 9- 3pm Mon.-Fri.

Refunds will not be issued for any reason except in the event  Booster's  cancels the event.

More ??? See Sherry Enderle or call her 403-5644. Anything that goes unsold maybe donated to Goodwill. Trucks will arrive immediately following the Garage Sale.  Concession stand will be hosted by Boosters offering Breakfast and Lunch! Sounds like fun!

Shop at Humberts Sat. April 28th

Finneytown Civic Organization


CASH MOB: We are asking everyone to go to the Finneytown Humbert’s Meats on Saturday, April 28th and spend $15-20 (or more if you wish). Humbert’s is located at 9159 Winton Rd, by UDF. They are open 8-5 on Saturday’s and the phone number is 931-3324. A Finneytown Civic Association event! Joe 325-5202.

News from the High School...

I wanted to make you aware of some upcoming events that may be of interest to you. First, the Music Scholarship Concert is next Thursday, April 19th, in our very own Finnneytown High School's  Performing Arts Center. The music faculty, parents, and some special guests will put on a concert to raise money for the Finneytown Music Parents Association Scholarship fund.

This fund helps students who may not be able to afford an instrument or instrument rental, the cost of honor group participation, or the cost of private lessons for students who wish to become even better musicians - just to name a few things. The cost is $4 for students and $8 for adults, and the concert starts at 7pm. We hope you can join us for this very worthwhile evening.

Also, here's some  news about the Finneytown Secondary PTA.  They are looking for Kroger Plus shoppers to register online to help raise money for their organization. If you are a Kroger shopper with a Kroger Plus card, go online to Kroger.com to register your card number or alternative ID.  Next, look for the blue "service" tab at the top of the page and scroll down to Community Rewards to sign in your name and address (again) and designate the "Finneytown Secondary PTA" to receive proceeds from what you spend at Kroger.

Great American Clean Up April 21st

The weatherman is calling for a bit of rain on Saturday morning during our scheduled Great American Cleanup. Since when did a little rain stop us!!!! At this time, we would like to share our contingency plan with you:




Your help is still greatly needed for Springfield Township's annual community cleanup on April 21st. There are over 25 projects we would like to complete before the end of the weekend. If you are able to give your time - please consider registering at either check in location. Check-In will be held rain or shine. Project activities can take place through the weekend if it is raining.



Check-in will be held INDOORS, RAIN OR SHINE at both check-in sites.



IF YOU ARE CHECKING IN AT PLEASANT RUN FARMS:

* Check in at the swim club at 8:30a.m.



IF YOU ARE CHECKING IN AT THE FIRE STATION ON WINTON ROAD:

* Park in the administration or neighboring plaza parking lot and check in between 8:00a.m.- 8:30a.m.



We are crossing our fingers for no rain, however if it happens to shower on us, we are asking that everyone register and select their assignments. We will be distributing the T-shirts (while available), McDonald gift cards, and clean-up supplies at check-in. We will also have a light breakfast available for volunteers. The projects can take place right away, or can be done later Saturday or Sunday if it rains. We plan to work from 9am-noon - then head to McDonald's for lunch!



HOW WILL CHECK-IN WORK?

There will be a designated check-in for pre-registered groups and for individuals who may or may not have registered online. (Didn't register yet? No worries! Just stop by and we will sign you up at the door!)



DID I REGISTER AS A GROUP?

We have the following "groups" pre-registered and have been assigned projects:

Bridge Creek Condo Team

Boy Scout Troop 390

Finneytown Civic Association

Daisy Troop 48729

Citizens on Patrol

Finneytown Middle and High School

LifeSprings Church

Pleasant Run Farms Neighborhood (Check-in at the swim club)



If you are not in one of the above pre-registered groups, you will check-in at the "individual registration table". You will be able to view the volunteer board and select a project. Limited supplies such as litter sticks and safety vests can be checked out for people working on Hamilton Avenue or Compton Roads. Everyone will be given trash and recycle bags, as well as plastic gloves.



EVERYONE VOLUNTEERING MUST TURN IN A VOLUNTEER WAIVER. FOR STUDENTS UNDER 18, A PARENT MUST SIGN THE FORM. You can download the form here!



A current list of projects and reporting procedures can be found online at www.springfieldtwp.org/greatamericancleanup.cfm. Additional projects may be added to this list.





To make the greatest impact, our goal to have 150 volunteers out in the community for three hours. With your help, this goal will be achievable and YOU can make the difference!



WHAT TO BRING:

It is a great idea to be prepared!



* Dress for the weather.



* Bring your signed volunteer form.



* If you are planting flowers, bring a small hand shovel.



* If you are picking up litter, it is helpful to have a 5 gallon bucket with a handle on it.



* Wear garden or work gloves.



* If you are painting, we have paint brushes - but if you have a favorite one - go ahead and bring it.



* If you are planning help with mulch, bring a rake or a pitch fork.



* Bring your cell phone for emergencies and better communication.



The entire community of Springfield Township thanks you for your participation! We hope to see you this Saturday, rain or shine!!!!







Register To Volunteer Now!

Annual Memorial Stephan Preston, Jackie Eckerle, and Karen Morrison

This is our annual memorial to honor the memories of our fallen classmates: Stephan Preston, Jackie Eckerle and Karen Morrison who tragically lost their lives at The Who concert on December 3, 1979.




The P.E.M. Memorial has given out it's first three scholarships this past year to Tim Ovia, Maddy Fessler and Zach Stump all three of which are now enrolled in college.



Please consider attending this annual event and also making a donation which can be brought to the event or mailed in to (and payable to):



The Finneytown Schools Education Foundation

P.O. Box 317647

Cincinnati, Ohio 45231



On description line of check write: The P.E.M. Memorial



The memorial event will take place on the campus of Finneytown High School both outside and inside the PAC building. An alumni band consisting of John Hutchins (rhythm/vocals), Walt Medlock (lead guitar/vocals), Mike (Big Man) Simkin (drums), Tom Eliopoulos (keyboards/vocals), Chris Lohmann (bass) and the possibility of Steve-O Bentz playing some back-up...



We will also be honored to have FHS alumni Brad Bundy's children providing another amazing vocal performance!!!



There will be warm refreshments provided by the Finneytown PTA (We love you guys!!!) to help keep our spirits up along with gift baskets, raffle items, split the pot, etc.!!!



Please tell your friends, bring your friends and most importantly, come to the memorial event yourself...really looking forward to seeing everyone there!!!

Help Need for Elderly from Mt. Healthy Alliance

Community Connections Group -


I am forwarding this message along to you to see if you have any resources

to assist the Mt Healthy Alliance. They are in need of volunteers and raffle

items. The Alliance assists residents in the 45231 zip code who have fallen

on hard times.





Kimberlee Flamm

Projects, Events & Communications Coordinator

Springfield Township Administration

9150 Winton Road

Cincinnati, OH 45231



Phone: 513-522-1410

Fax: 513-522-1411



Email: kflamm@springfieldtwp.org

Website: www.springfieldtwp.org

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Regarding Chevis Jackson's Family

Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2006 10:54 AM
Subject: Chevis Jackson Bank Account

There has been an account established at the Brentwood Key Bank for the Jackson family to assist in funeral expenses. Could you please pass this information on? I spoke with Alison Stacey this morning and she is going to send it out to the Booster distribution list.

Thanks.
Kimberly Payne