Sunday, February 26
State of the Township Community Address
2:30 p.m. At The Grove Banquet Hall
There have been several changes in state legislature affecting all communities across Ohio. Be informed and learn how these changes affect your community. The State of the Township community address will include a formal presentation of the community financial outlook and will reflect on accomplishments and plans for the future. Information regarding a 1 mill fire department levy will also be provided. After the presentation, the audience will have an opportunity to ask questions and chat with trustees and Township staff one-on-one. For more information, call 522-1410.
Saturday, March 10
Macy’s Fine Arts Sampler Presented by ArtsWave and Springfield Township
Noon-5p.m.
Free Admission
Springfield Township was selected to host one of the Macy's Arts Samplers on Saturday, March 10th. Macy's Arts Sampler celebrates the creative things - music, dance, theater, museums, and festivals - happening in large and small ways throughout our region. The March 10th weekend is a great opportunity for families, friends, and neighbors to connect with one another and experience the arts through free events. Springfield Township will host Southern Gateway Chorus, Wild Carrot and the Roots Band, Living History Dance and Laura Hazelbaker & The BuckeyRoos at The Grove Banquet Hall (9158 Winton Road, behind the fire station and senior center) from noon until 5:00 p.m. All events are free and open to the public. A complete performance schedule can be found at http://www.springfieldtwp.org/WinterEntertainmentSeries.cfm. For more information, call 522-1410. (SEE FLIER ATTACHED)
Friday, February 10, 2012
Monday, December 12, 2011
Traffic Count on View Place, Again!
I'm sorry to hear about Karen's accident a few weeks ago! It's a shame that we can't figure out something that works for the neighbors without having the inconvenience of adding an additional 45 minutes just to get out (or in) the neighborhood. If it wasn't for X-period at Finneytown High School, my kids would never get to school on time unless I left here at 7 am to arrive back in time to get my other daughter on her bus at 8:20! Even if I left at 7:30 am, I would never get back in time to meet the other bus for my other daughter. I have the same challenge in the afternoon. My one daughter has to wait 45 minutes at the high school before anyone can pick her up because no one can get out and back in the neighborhood to meet the bus dropping off my other daughter.
So thanks to Jeff Dean & Joe Gorman for alerting the county traffic engineers (again) to the challenges that many neighbors face without having someone (or something) to direct traffic out of (or into) the neighborhood. A flashing light that activates during "busy time" would be great. Hopefully we don't have to wait until a tragedy occurs before anything is done about the traffic at North Bend & View Place!
So thanks to Jeff Dean & Joe Gorman for alerting the county traffic engineers (again) to the challenges that many neighbors face without having someone (or something) to direct traffic out of (or into) the neighborhood. A flashing light that activates during "busy time" would be great. Hopefully we don't have to wait until a tragedy occurs before anything is done about the traffic at North Bend & View Place!
Sunday, December 11, 2011
View Place's Fulbright Scholar
Winging It in Oz: Bunyips and Bats and Birds, Oh My!: What better way to spend the weekend than catching bats and camping in the Outback! Last Thursday my boyfriend, Chris, and I headed up north...
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Good News For Township!
Renegotiated Contract with the Union Saves Police Officer Positions in Springfield Township
(SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Hamilton County, Ohio, December 9, 2011)
The membership of the Springfield Township Police Department Unions (FOP-OLC) voted to ratify a renegotiated contract today. The concessions made by the Police Unions will prevent layoffs that were scheduled to go into effect on December 12th and maintains current service levels in the Police Department for 2012. The new 1-year agreement with the Unions calls for a pay freeze for 2012 through the elimination of raises that would have taken place under the previous agreement, which ends in December of 2012. In addition, there are changes regarding overtime and health insurance benefits that will lead to cost savings.
Negotiations have been on-going with both the police and fire unions since September. Both were aimed at renegotiating existing collective bargaining agreements in order to save five full-time emergency services employees in each department and would allow the continuation of current service levels.
"The Board of Trustees and I are very pleased that we have been able to work together with the Police Unions (FOP-OLC) on an agreement that averts the layoffs and allow us to maintain our service to the community at current levels. Much of the credit for this deal getting done needs to go to the leadership and members of the Union (FOP-OLC). They understand the financial difficulties that we face as a community and have worked very closely with us over the last several weeks to find a solution.
Throughout this entire process our goal has been to maintain service levels to our residents and businesses. The Township's number one priority is to provide excellent service to our citizens and the concessions made by the Union in this very difficult economic climate will enable that to continue", said Township Administrator, Michael Hinnenkamp.
Overall, Springfield Township faces revenue reductions Township-wide of approximately $2.8 million dollars as a result of the unprecedented cuts in local government revenues from the State and reduced property tax revenue due to lower assessed valuations.
The Township's 2012 budget will be discussed in a public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, December 13th at 5:30 p.m. in the Allen Paul Community Room, 9150 Winton Road.
About Springfield Township
Springfield Township is a first ring suburb in the Greater Cincinnati area consisting of approximately 16 ½ square miles and 38,285 residents. The Township is governed by an elected Board of Township Trustees who is dedicated to delivering reliable and superior services to create a sense of community, enhance property values and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses in the Township
(SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Hamilton County, Ohio, December 9, 2011)
The membership of the Springfield Township Police Department Unions (FOP-OLC) voted to ratify a renegotiated contract today. The concessions made by the Police Unions will prevent layoffs that were scheduled to go into effect on December 12th and maintains current service levels in the Police Department for 2012. The new 1-year agreement with the Unions calls for a pay freeze for 2012 through the elimination of raises that would have taken place under the previous agreement, which ends in December of 2012. In addition, there are changes regarding overtime and health insurance benefits that will lead to cost savings.
Negotiations have been on-going with both the police and fire unions since September. Both were aimed at renegotiating existing collective bargaining agreements in order to save five full-time emergency services employees in each department and would allow the continuation of current service levels.
"The Board of Trustees and I are very pleased that we have been able to work together with the Police Unions (FOP-OLC) on an agreement that averts the layoffs and allow us to maintain our service to the community at current levels. Much of the credit for this deal getting done needs to go to the leadership and members of the Union (FOP-OLC). They understand the financial difficulties that we face as a community and have worked very closely with us over the last several weeks to find a solution.
Throughout this entire process our goal has been to maintain service levels to our residents and businesses. The Township's number one priority is to provide excellent service to our citizens and the concessions made by the Union in this very difficult economic climate will enable that to continue", said Township Administrator, Michael Hinnenkamp.
Overall, Springfield Township faces revenue reductions Township-wide of approximately $2.8 million dollars as a result of the unprecedented cuts in local government revenues from the State and reduced property tax revenue due to lower assessed valuations.
The Township's 2012 budget will be discussed in a public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, December 13th at 5:30 p.m. in the Allen Paul Community Room, 9150 Winton Road.
About Springfield Township
Springfield Township is a first ring suburb in the Greater Cincinnati area consisting of approximately 16 ½ square miles and 38,285 residents. The Township is governed by an elected Board of Township Trustees who is dedicated to delivering reliable and superior services to create a sense of community, enhance property values and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses in the Township
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Springfield Township Public Hearing....
Budget Hearing
December 13, 2011
5:30 p.m., Allen Paul Community Room
(Springfield Township, Hamilton County, OH December 7, 2011) The Springfield Township Board of Trustees will host a public hearing to discuss the 2012 budget on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 in the Allen Paul Community Room at 5:30 p.m. The Allen Paul Community Room is located at the rear entrance of the Springfield Township Administration and Fire Department complex at 9150 Winton Road.
The public hearing will include a presentation of Township finances, 2012 budget appropriations, impacts from cuts in state revenue, layoffs, possible reductions in services and a 1.0 mill levy for the Fire Department. The public will have an opportunity to comment during a citizens participation portion of the hearing.
The regular trustee December meeting will follow immediately after the public hearing. This meeting will be televised live on Waycross community media, channel 23 and will be available online at www.http//waycross.tv the following day.
December 13, 2011
5:30 p.m., Allen Paul Community Room
(Springfield Township, Hamilton County, OH December 7, 2011) The Springfield Township Board of Trustees will host a public hearing to discuss the 2012 budget on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 in the Allen Paul Community Room at 5:30 p.m. The Allen Paul Community Room is located at the rear entrance of the Springfield Township Administration and Fire Department complex at 9150 Winton Road.
The public hearing will include a presentation of Township finances, 2012 budget appropriations, impacts from cuts in state revenue, layoffs, possible reductions in services and a 1.0 mill levy for the Fire Department. The public will have an opportunity to comment during a citizens participation portion of the hearing.
The regular trustee December meeting will follow immediately after the public hearing. This meeting will be televised live on Waycross community media, channel 23 and will be available online at www.http//waycross.tv the following day.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Plowing Streets of Springfield Township...
With budget cuts facing the Township, one of the services likely affected is snow removal. Did you know that every time the road crews are called out to salt and plow the roads, it costs the Township on *average $3,057 per hour in salt, gas and labor. (*average based on 2010 snow runs. See statistics at http://www.springfieldtwp.org/snowandice.cfm ) For reference, last year the Township spent $181,514.00 in salt to keep our neighborhood roads clear.
In most cases, the Township Service Department calls for all trucks to be on the roads with the onset of ice or snow causing slippery conditions. Ten drivers are sent out to cover over 92 lane miles of residential roads. While the Township services neighborhood streets, Hamilton County services the "county roads" in the township such as Winton, Galbraith and North Bend. (*With a few exceptions, most roads with a double yellow line in the Township are considered county roads and are served by Hamilton County.)
Keeping the roads clear comes at a price and you as a resident pay for that maintenance expense. Our question now goes out to the community - How important are clear neighborhood roads to you? What is your tolerance level when it come to driving in small amounts of snow on flat, straight intersections of the roadway? Keeping safety in mind, there would never be a compromise in icy conditions, however, is clearing roads necessary for 1/2 inch of snow? Comment by e-mail at residentspeak@springfieldtwp.org
* Springfield Township partners with other entities to purchase salt in a bulk rate. In years past, we have coordinated salt purchases with the City of Cincinnati or with Hamilton County. This year the Township Service Department collaborated with the Ohio Department of Transportation on salt purchasing to get a price of $60.74 per ton for salt.
In most cases, the Township Service Department calls for all trucks to be on the roads with the onset of ice or snow causing slippery conditions. Ten drivers are sent out to cover over 92 lane miles of residential roads. While the Township services neighborhood streets, Hamilton County services the "county roads" in the township such as Winton, Galbraith and North Bend. (*With a few exceptions, most roads with a double yellow line in the Township are considered county roads and are served by Hamilton County.)
Keeping the roads clear comes at a price and you as a resident pay for that maintenance expense. Our question now goes out to the community - How important are clear neighborhood roads to you? What is your tolerance level when it come to driving in small amounts of snow on flat, straight intersections of the roadway? Keeping safety in mind, there would never be a compromise in icy conditions, however, is clearing roads necessary for 1/2 inch of snow? Comment by e-mail at residentspeak@springfieldtwp.org
* Springfield Township partners with other entities to purchase salt in a bulk rate. In years past, we have coordinated salt purchases with the City of Cincinnati or with Hamilton County. This year the Township Service Department collaborated with the Ohio Department of Transportation on salt purchasing to get a price of $60.74 per ton for salt.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Meeting Notes 11/19/11
View Place Civic Association (VPCA)
Meeting of the Membership and Board- 11/19/11
2:00 pm – Gracepoint Church, View Place Drive
Meeting Minutes
Presentation of Issues before the membership:
Donna Saul, President, VPCA
Jeff Dean – Treasurer and Past President, VPCA
Jim Golan, Finneytown Civic Association (FCA)
Dick Meyer, FCA
Attendees – see attached sign-in sheet
Background:
Jeff Dean presented the issues and the proposal before the membership to have the VPCA join with the FCA. The View Place Civic Association has been struggling over the past few years with keeping a sufficient number of board members, with keeping up with having regular board meetings, approving expenditures (board approval needed) and with the business end of running a civic association in general. Donna Saul has handed in her resignation as President effective today. By contrast, the FCA has a robust set of operating rules, steady board participation, and a larger membership.
At the same time, Donna Saul has been maintaining a very effective and popular blog site for View Place residents to air concerns, share positive stories, and stay in communication. Donna has also been ensuring that the flower boxes are maintained, the Easter Egg hunt is conducted, and that View Place area residents have the 4th of July parade with the ST Police and Fire Department. The View Place neighborhood remains a vital and connected community.
Jeff Dean has continued to work on land use issues such as preventing the cell tower lights from becoming a nuisance, ensuring that clear-cutting and land filling activities comply with environmental regulations, and participating in the Township land use planning committees. He has also recently joined the FCA and has begun to share his interest in these types of issues with them, and vice versa.
The Proposal before the membership:
Given the above, it was proposed by the VPCA board that the VPCA dissolve as an official civic association by joining with FCA. The funds in the VPCA treasury (approximately $998) would be transferred to the FCA, but all of the funds would be earmarked for VPCA activities only, such as the flower boxes and Easter egg hunt. The FCA would assist View Place residents with civic issues with the strength of organization and a larger membership. When the VPCA funds run out, FCA funds could be used for View Place residents, but would need to be prioritized along with all other FCA needs. The View Place area would retain a strong identity as a separate neighborhood with its unique needs. It was acknowledged that there was still some work to be done to finalize the details, but that a vote in favor of the proposal would essentially move the proposal forward and move the funds.
Of the members in attendance (see attached sign-in), the vote was in favor of the proposal with 23 yeah and 1 abstention.
Ken Carrillo
Rhonda Closson
Allan Beach
Lyn Dean
Sylvia Mersfelder
Robert Mersfelder
Fran Wooledge
Louis Lessure
David Stephens
Rex Van Alstine
Duane Lewis
Karen Hug
Sheila & David Helliwell
Terri Chad
Donna & Fred Lippencott
Bob and Carol Schuber
Howard Bost
Donna Saul
Jeff Dean
Roger & Jeanne Fleckenstein
Also in attendance:
Jim Golan (FCA)
Dick Meyer (FCA)
Meeting of the Membership and Board- 11/19/11
2:00 pm – Gracepoint Church, View Place Drive
Meeting Minutes
Presentation of Issues before the membership:
Donna Saul, President, VPCA
Jeff Dean – Treasurer and Past President, VPCA
Jim Golan, Finneytown Civic Association (FCA)
Dick Meyer, FCA
Attendees – see attached sign-in sheet
Background:
Jeff Dean presented the issues and the proposal before the membership to have the VPCA join with the FCA. The View Place Civic Association has been struggling over the past few years with keeping a sufficient number of board members, with keeping up with having regular board meetings, approving expenditures (board approval needed) and with the business end of running a civic association in general. Donna Saul has handed in her resignation as President effective today. By contrast, the FCA has a robust set of operating rules, steady board participation, and a larger membership.
At the same time, Donna Saul has been maintaining a very effective and popular blog site for View Place residents to air concerns, share positive stories, and stay in communication. Donna has also been ensuring that the flower boxes are maintained, the Easter Egg hunt is conducted, and that View Place area residents have the 4th of July parade with the ST Police and Fire Department. The View Place neighborhood remains a vital and connected community.
Jeff Dean has continued to work on land use issues such as preventing the cell tower lights from becoming a nuisance, ensuring that clear-cutting and land filling activities comply with environmental regulations, and participating in the Township land use planning committees. He has also recently joined the FCA and has begun to share his interest in these types of issues with them, and vice versa.
The Proposal before the membership:
Given the above, it was proposed by the VPCA board that the VPCA dissolve as an official civic association by joining with FCA. The funds in the VPCA treasury (approximately $998) would be transferred to the FCA, but all of the funds would be earmarked for VPCA activities only, such as the flower boxes and Easter egg hunt. The FCA would assist View Place residents with civic issues with the strength of organization and a larger membership. When the VPCA funds run out, FCA funds could be used for View Place residents, but would need to be prioritized along with all other FCA needs. The View Place area would retain a strong identity as a separate neighborhood with its unique needs. It was acknowledged that there was still some work to be done to finalize the details, but that a vote in favor of the proposal would essentially move the proposal forward and move the funds.
Of the members in attendance (see attached sign-in), the vote was in favor of the proposal with 23 yeah and 1 abstention.
Ken Carrillo
Rhonda Closson
Allan Beach
Lyn Dean
Sylvia Mersfelder
Robert Mersfelder
Fran Wooledge
Louis Lessure
David Stephens
Rex Van Alstine
Duane Lewis
Karen Hug
Sheila & David Helliwell
Terri Chad
Donna & Fred Lippencott
Bob and Carol Schuber
Howard Bost
Donna Saul
Jeff Dean
Roger & Jeanne Fleckenstein
Also in attendance:
Jim Golan (FCA)
Dick Meyer (FCA)
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Neighborhood Meeting
It was a pretty decent turnout for our neighborhood meeting at Gracepoint Church. In attendance from Finneytown Civic Association was Jim Golan and Dick Meyer letting us know that we were in good hands. Jeff Dean presided and gave his treasurer's report. He will write the final check from the View Place bank account as soon as he gets the last statement. A big thanks goes out to Jeff for keeping tabs on the banks and the fees they were charging our neighborhood account. Not only did Jeff get them to waive the fees, he asked them for more time. He saved us considerable money that would have been swallowed up in fees by asking the bank for more time to settle our accounts.
Like many other banks, Key Bank was charging monthly fees because our account was considered inactive even though we deposited membership which flowed infrequently. The only checks he wrote were for reimbursement for the flowers and neighborhood activities.
Jeff reported we had $1,013.00 in the account since August, and rather than losing $60 plus in annual fees, we thought it was good idea to merge into the Finneytown Civic Association where they have free checking. It's an efficient use of our time and very good way to pool our resources. FCA assured us that they will keep aside our money for the upkeep of the flowers.
We will continue to keep our View Place designation as a neighborhood like they do with Hollyhock Farms. We'll also continue the traditions of the parade, egg hunt, directory, and weblog. I'll try to keep everyone connected through the email and copy everything to Jim Golan.
In the meantime, visit the Finneytown Civic Association webpage and send in your membership. They do a lot of work in the community and will represent our concerns even better then when we had VPCA. I did mention the issues and concerns that were currently on the slate:
1) Concerns we had about being blocked in from St. X traffic and the high volume of traffic accidents
2) Current petition for sewers
One thing we're hearing is "rumors" about the church building a recreation center or gym on their property. Our relationship with the church has been very good so we know that the neighbors impacted by any plans will be involved in the planning stage.
Like many other banks, Key Bank was charging monthly fees because our account was considered inactive even though we deposited membership which flowed infrequently. The only checks he wrote were for reimbursement for the flowers and neighborhood activities.
Jeff reported we had $1,013.00 in the account since August, and rather than losing $60 plus in annual fees, we thought it was good idea to merge into the Finneytown Civic Association where they have free checking. It's an efficient use of our time and very good way to pool our resources. FCA assured us that they will keep aside our money for the upkeep of the flowers.
We will continue to keep our View Place designation as a neighborhood like they do with Hollyhock Farms. We'll also continue the traditions of the parade, egg hunt, directory, and weblog. I'll try to keep everyone connected through the email and copy everything to Jim Golan.
In the meantime, visit the Finneytown Civic Association webpage and send in your membership. They do a lot of work in the community and will represent our concerns even better then when we had VPCA. I did mention the issues and concerns that were currently on the slate:
1) Concerns we had about being blocked in from St. X traffic and the high volume of traffic accidents
2) Current petition for sewers
One thing we're hearing is "rumors" about the church building a recreation center or gym on their property. Our relationship with the church has been very good so we know that the neighbors impacted by any plans will be involved in the planning stage.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
View Place Neighborhood Meeting
It was a pretty decent turnout for our neighborhood meeting at Gracepoint Church. In attendance from Finneytown Civic Association was Jim Golan and Dick Meyer letting us know that we were in good hands. Jeff Dean presided and gave his treasurer's report. He will write the final check from the View Place bank account as soon as he gets the last statement.
Like many other banks, Key Bank was charging monthly fees because our account was consired inactive because although we deposited the membership dues which flowed in infrequently, we only write a one or two checks a year to reimburse for the flowers and neighborhood activities.
Jeff has spent the last year calling up the bank each month asking them to waive the fee. A big thank you goes out to Jeff Dean for being such a good steward of our neighbhorhood money. He saved us considerable money that would have been swallowed up in fees by asking the bank for more time to settle our accounts.
We have over $1,300 in the account and rather than losing $60 in annual fees, we thought it was good idea to merge into the Finneytown Civic Association where they have free checking. It's an efficient use of our time and very good way to pool our resources. FCA assured us that they will keep aside our money for the upkeep of the flowers.
We will continue to keep our View Place designation as a neighborhood like Hollyhock Farms. We'll also continue the traditions of the parade, egg hunt, directory, and weblog. I'll try to keep everyone connected through the email and copy everything to Jim Golan.
In the meantime, visit the Finneytown Civic Association webpage and send in your membership. They do a lot of work in the community and will represent our concerns even better then when we had VPCA. I did mention the issues and concerns that were currently on the slate:
1) Concerns we had about being blocked in from St. X traffic and the high volume of traffic accidents
2) Current petition for sewers
One thing we're hearing is "rumors" about the church building a recreation center or gym on their property. Our relationship with the church has been very good so we know that the neighbors impacted by any plans will be involved in the planning stage.
Like many other banks, Key Bank was charging monthly fees because our account was consired inactive because although we deposited the membership dues which flowed in infrequently, we only write a one or two checks a year to reimburse for the flowers and neighborhood activities.
Jeff has spent the last year calling up the bank each month asking them to waive the fee. A big thank you goes out to Jeff Dean for being such a good steward of our neighbhorhood money. He saved us considerable money that would have been swallowed up in fees by asking the bank for more time to settle our accounts.
We have over $1,300 in the account and rather than losing $60 in annual fees, we thought it was good idea to merge into the Finneytown Civic Association where they have free checking. It's an efficient use of our time and very good way to pool our resources. FCA assured us that they will keep aside our money for the upkeep of the flowers.
We will continue to keep our View Place designation as a neighborhood like Hollyhock Farms. We'll also continue the traditions of the parade, egg hunt, directory, and weblog. I'll try to keep everyone connected through the email and copy everything to Jim Golan.
In the meantime, visit the Finneytown Civic Association webpage and send in your membership. They do a lot of work in the community and will represent our concerns even better then when we had VPCA. I did mention the issues and concerns that were currently on the slate:
1) Concerns we had about being blocked in from St. X traffic and the high volume of traffic accidents
2) Current petition for sewers
One thing we're hearing is "rumors" about the church building a recreation center or gym on their property. Our relationship with the church has been very good so we know that the neighbors impacted by any plans will be involved in the planning stage.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Community Programming Sought – Looking for Instructors For Fall & Winter Classes
In the interest of providing quality and fulfilling enrichment activities, the Springfield Township Senior and Community Center is currently looking for instructors for fall and winter recreation programs. These community programs would take place in the Senior/Community Center during the daytime for senior adults and weekday evenings for all ages.
The Township is currently accepting proposals for their upcoming programming series which runs from September 1, 2011 through February 28th, 2012. Individuals or groups may submit any programming opportunity oriented around the topics of “Home, Heart and Health.” While not wanting to limit potential programming ideas, Springfield Township has identified the following topics of interest for potential community programming: family exercise, holiday decorations, cake decorating, arts classes for youth and adult, floral design, photography, social media, web design and home decorating. Complete information, including instructor and programming proposal forms can be found on the Township’s website at www.springfieldtwp.org or may be obtained by calling 522-1154. (forms attached here if anyone is interested in teaching!)
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
The Township is currently accepting proposals for their upcoming programming series which runs from September 1, 2011 through February 28th, 2012. Individuals or groups may submit any programming opportunity oriented around the topics of “Home, Heart and Health.” While not wanting to limit potential programming ideas, Springfield Township has identified the following topics of interest for potential community programming: family exercise, holiday decorations, cake decorating, arts classes for youth and adult, floral design, photography, social media, web design and home decorating. Complete information, including instructor and programming proposal forms can be found on the Township’s website at www.springfieldtwp.org or may be obtained by calling 522-1154. (forms attached here if anyone is interested in teaching!)
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
Friday, November 04, 2011
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!!!
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!!!
Monday, October 17, 2011
Janet "Cookie" Dean
A very sad note here:
Janet "Cookie" M., 81, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away Saturday October 8, 2011. She loved singing in the church choir and she dearly loved her family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Robert R. Dean; her children Jeff (Lyn) Dean, Pam (Scott) Leist and Chris (Pat) Dean; her grandchildren Travis, Bev, Kristin, Kimmy and Michael; her great grandson Keigan; nieces, nephews and cousins. Janet was one of five daughters of the late Howard and Agatha Kurtz. She is survived by her sister Helen Kurtz, and was preceded in death by her sisters Esther Baumer, Betty Parmley and Gatha Eha. Memorial service were held at St. Paul United Church of Christ 6997 Hamilton Ave. North College Hill on the following Thursday at 11:00 A.M. Family had a luncheon immediately following the service.
She was a member at St. Paul U.C.C. and also the Christian's Women's Club. If so desired remembrances may be sent to St. Paul United Church of Christ; Condolences may be sent to http://www.paulyoungfuneralhome.com/
My girls were always welcome over the house sharing recipes and stories! Just a few weeks ago, she told my next door neighbor to bring the baby over anytime! We will miss her so much!
Please give Mr. Dean a call or drop by to pay your respects! If he's not on the lawnmower, he's in his "man cave" watching a game or putting together a puzzle!
Janet "Cookie" M., 81, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away Saturday October 8, 2011. She loved singing in the church choir and she dearly loved her family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Robert R. Dean; her children Jeff (Lyn) Dean, Pam (Scott) Leist and Chris (Pat) Dean; her grandchildren Travis, Bev, Kristin, Kimmy and Michael; her great grandson Keigan; nieces, nephews and cousins. Janet was one of five daughters of the late Howard and Agatha Kurtz. She is survived by her sister Helen Kurtz, and was preceded in death by her sisters Esther Baumer, Betty Parmley and Gatha Eha. Memorial service were held at St. Paul United Church of Christ 6997 Hamilton Ave. North College Hill on the following Thursday at 11:00 A.M. Family had a luncheon immediately following the service.
She was a member at St. Paul U.C.C. and also the Christian's Women's Club. If so desired remembrances may be sent to St. Paul United Church of Christ; Condolences may be sent to http://www.paulyoungfuneralhome.com/
My girls were always welcome over the house sharing recipes and stories! Just a few weeks ago, she told my next door neighbor to bring the baby over anytime! We will miss her so much!
Please give Mr. Dean a call or drop by to pay your respects! If he's not on the lawnmower, he's in his "man cave" watching a game or putting together a puzzle!
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Snow Removel & Yard Work
View Place has two residents who need snow removel & yard work. Do we have any high school kids who want to make $10/hour doing the grass/removing snow?
Please call 761-3091
Please call 761-3091
Saturday, August 20, 2011
LOOKING FOR GRASS CUTTER/YARD WORK
DO YOU KNOW ANYONE LOOKING FOR WORK CUTTING GRASS? MR. MAGRINO CALLED ME TODAY REQUESTING TO PUT SOMETHING ON THE BLOG.
PLEASE CALL HIM AT 821-3799 IF YOU HAVE ANY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GRASS CUTTING
THANKS!!
PLEASE CALL HIM AT 821-3799 IF YOU HAVE ANY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GRASS CUTTING
THANKS!!
Friday, August 19, 2011
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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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
³Like² us on our NEW facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/springfieldtwp
ST. XAVIER HOME GAME DATES (Don't get stuck in that traffic!!!)
Here are the dates:
9/16/11
9/30/11
10/7/11
10/15/11
10/28/11
9/16/11
9/30/11
10/7/11
10/15/11
10/28/11
Monday, July 04, 2011
Saturday, June 18, 2011
4th of July Parade & Springfield Township Events:
Links:
4th of July neighborhood parades
July 5 - 9 Kids Fire Academy (Ages 8-12)
July 12: Next Trustee Meeting
July 11-15 Junior Fire Academy (Ages 13-17)
July 11 - 16 - Kids Police Academy (Ages 8-13)
July 13 - Touch A Truck Event
July 21 - Cincinnati Civic Orchestra Concert
August 4 - Ohio Military Band Concert
4th of July neighborhood parades
July 5 - 9 Kids Fire Academy (Ages 8-12)
July 12: Next Trustee Meeting
July 11-15 Junior Fire Academy (Ages 13-17)
July 11 - 16 - Kids Police Academy (Ages 8-13)
July 13 - Touch A Truck Event
July 21 - Cincinnati Civic Orchestra Concert
August 4 - Ohio Military Band Concert
Did You Live in Springfield Township in the 1930's, 40's or 50's? If So, We Want to Talk to You!
(SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Hamilton County Ohio, June 16, 2011) Springfield Township is working on a Fall and Winter Community Activity Guide Book with a spotlight on the Township's history. The 1 to 2 page spotlight will be focused on growing up in Springfield Township during the 1930's, 40's and 50's. We would like to highlight living in the various neighborhoods and your memories of calling Springfield Township home.
If you are interested in being interviewed for this story by a Community Press reporter, please send your name, phone number, how long you have lived in Springfield Township and your neighborhood affiliation to kflamm@springfieldtwp.org. A list of interested residents will be compiled and sent to the Community Press for interview scheduling. We will take contact information for interviews until Wednesday, June 22, 2011. The story and your photos will be published in the guide book this August.
We are also looking for recent photos of fall and winter in Springfield Township for the cover. Submit your photo today!
To view the current Spring and Summer Community Activity Guide Book, visit the Township's homepage at www.springfieldtwp.org. There, you can download a pdf copy of the guide. Inside you will find information on summer camps, local pools, recreational activities and events from all over Springfield Township. 23,000 guide books were distributed through the Hilltop and Northwest Press. Finneytown Kroger also carried copies in the lobby. (Sorry, we do not have any more copies left.)
About Springfield Township
Springfield Township is a first ring suburb in the Greater Cincinnati area consisting of approximately 16 ½ square miles and 39,755 residents. The Township is governed by an elected Board of Township Trustees who is dedicated to delivering reliable and superior services to create a sense of community, enhance property values and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses in the Township.
Links:
4th of July neighborhood parades
July 5 - 9 Kids Fire Academy (Ages 8-12)
July 12: Next Trustee Meeting
July 11-15 Junior Fire Academy (Ages 13-17)
July 11 - 16 - Kids Police Academy (Ages 8-13)
July 13 - Touch A Truck Event
July 21 - Cincinnati Civic Orchestra Concert
August 4 - Ohio Military Band Concert
If you are interested in being interviewed for this story by a Community Press reporter, please send your name, phone number, how long you have lived in Springfield Township and your neighborhood affiliation to kflamm@springfieldtwp.org. A list of interested residents will be compiled and sent to the Community Press for interview scheduling. We will take contact information for interviews until Wednesday, June 22, 2011. The story and your photos will be published in the guide book this August.
We are also looking for recent photos of fall and winter in Springfield Township for the cover. Submit your photo today!
To view the current Spring and Summer Community Activity Guide Book, visit the Township's homepage at www.springfieldtwp.org. There, you can download a pdf copy of the guide. Inside you will find information on summer camps, local pools, recreational activities and events from all over Springfield Township. 23,000 guide books were distributed through the Hilltop and Northwest Press. Finneytown Kroger also carried copies in the lobby. (Sorry, we do not have any more copies left.)
About Springfield Township
Springfield Township is a first ring suburb in the Greater Cincinnati area consisting of approximately 16 ½ square miles and 39,755 residents. The Township is governed by an elected Board of Township Trustees who is dedicated to delivering reliable and superior services to create a sense of community, enhance property values and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses in the Township.
Links:
4th of July neighborhood parades
July 5 - 9 Kids Fire Academy (Ages 8-12)
July 12: Next Trustee Meeting
July 11-15 Junior Fire Academy (Ages 13-17)
July 11 - 16 - Kids Police Academy (Ages 8-13)
July 13 - Touch A Truck Event
July 21 - Cincinnati Civic Orchestra Concert
August 4 - Ohio Military Band Concert
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Good Detective Work in View Place
These two burglers didn't know they were messing with a neighborhood like View Place!
One guy is already arrested because he was traced to the stolen jewelry recovered in a pawn shop on Colerain. It just so happens that one of our neighbors did a little detective work visiting pawn shops looking for her stolen jewelry. Lo and behold, she found a few of her precious memories and contacted Springfield Twp. Police! This is the same woman who drove around nearby neighborhoods in Colerain Twp. looking for the vehicle that many of the neighbors described to her! (At least 5 neighbors reported a dented white "work" truck parked in a "home for sale" driveway and got a good description of the two guys who were knocking on doors asking if somebody named "Amy" lived here.)
Just another reminder why it's a good reason to contact the Springfield Twp. Police to report people who are walking around the neighborhood or parked in driveway where they don't belong!
One guy is already arrested because he was traced to the stolen jewelry recovered in a pawn shop on Colerain. It just so happens that one of our neighbors did a little detective work visiting pawn shops looking for her stolen jewelry. Lo and behold, she found a few of her precious memories and contacted Springfield Twp. Police! This is the same woman who drove around nearby neighborhoods in Colerain Twp. looking for the vehicle that many of the neighbors described to her! (At least 5 neighbors reported a dented white "work" truck parked in a "home for sale" driveway and got a good description of the two guys who were knocking on doors asking if somebody named "Amy" lived here.)
Just another reminder why it's a good reason to contact the Springfield Twp. Police to report people who are walking around the neighborhood or parked in driveway where they don't belong!
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