Vandals Strike Roadside In West Milton 03/30/2010
The West Milton police are investigating a series of vandalism complaints on the village's west side this week. At least five reports of vehicles having windows shattered by what is speculated as a bb pellet gun or small caliber firearm in the vicinity of Jay Street and Main Streets during the overnight hours on Saturday and Sunday. Those with information on these incidents are encouraged to contact the West Milton Police at (937) 698-2677. Don't tell Amber Veihl that her household isn't a family. For the Troy resident and mother, Veihl ran up against a legal city of Troy policy when applying for a 2010 family pool membership for the public Troy Aquatic Park adjacent to Hobart Arena and Troy Memorial Stadium on Monday. The city would not allow her to purchase a discounted membership reserved for families...to which the city recognizes as "legally married" couples and their children. Unfortunately for Veihl, who resides with her unmarried female partner and their children, she was told by recreation department staff that she would be ineligible for the family membership despite Veihl's claim that she had purchased a family membership at the Tipp City public pool last summer. According to our sources, Veihl then brought up the possibility of legal action towards the city, despite a 2009 legal evaluation and ultimate determination that the current policy is legal and within the city's rights to uphold, on the eligibility of family memberships and it's definition in 2009 by the city's legal team. In an interview Tuesday afternoon with a Dayton news agency, to which Veihl contacted, she questioned "who is the city of Troy to tell me we're not a family?" Apparently, they are the one's who determine how much she pays to enjoy the five year old TAP. For more information on purchasing a TAP membership as well as dates and times of operation, visit the all new www.HobartArena.com. The Museum of Troy History, 124 E. Water St., will open its 2010 season on Saturday, April 3. The Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday through December 12 from 1 to 5 pm. While general admission is free, there is a charge to non members of $2 for adults and $1 for children for the special programs that we will be hosting throughout the year. Our first series of special programs is entitled "The Underground Railroad in Miami County" For a schedule of these walking tours, lectures and hands on demonstrations please contact the Museum at 937-216-6925 or museumoftroyhistory@gmail.com. Museum of Troy History 124 East Water Street, Troy, Ohio 45373 Hours: Apr - Dec, Sat and Sun 1-5 pm Donations accepted, tours are welcome Terry L. Purke, Director, 937.216.6925 TROY CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 100 S. MARKET STREET, TROY, OHIO Monday, March 29, 2010, 5:30 p.m. Buildings, Streets & Sidewalks Committee (Harrah [Chm.], Kendall, Phillips) * Provide a recommendation to Council regarding the final legislation regarding the Ohio Department of Transportation project of resurfacing SR-41 from I-75 West. This includes authorizing payment of the City's 20% share of the project cost. That payment is currently estimated at $165,000. Monday, March 29, 2010, 7:30 p.m. Law & Ordinance Committee (Schweser [Chm.], Kendall, Phillips) * Provide a recommendation to Council regarding O-7-2010, the rezoning of parcels in the Central Business District to OR-1 or B-1 Other Committees/items may be added. Spring Reminders For Tipp City Residents 03/29/2010
Spring Reminders The City of Tipp City Community & Economic Development Department wishes to remind residents that if they are planning to install a fence, deck, swimming pool, or accessory building (shed) in their yard or make an addition to their home, that a Zoning Compliance Permit is required prior to starting the project. Any other building/electrical/heating permits needed are obtained at the Miami County Building Regulations in Troy. Please stop by the Government Center, 260 Garber Drive for further information or call 667-6305 when you are putting together your spring and summer building plans. “Tunes in the Trees”, ‘A Music Celebration’, the annual outdoor benefit concert for Brukner Nature Center returns to Troy on Saturday, May 8, 2010, 10am – 4pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. All proceeds benefit the animal rehabilitation unit. This year’s concert features local and regional bands playing Bluegrass, Folk and Acoustic music. Some returning bands are: Rum River Blend, Ann & Phil Case, Sugar Grove, Sweet Betsy, Berachah Valley, Rock Island Plow Co., Storm’s Creek & North & South. New to the lineup are: Nev’r Dull Bluegrass, Eric Loy, Horseshoe Blend, Faultline, Evan Lanier & the Bluegrass Express, Kentucky Slim and the Hillbilly Blues Cats, & Absolute Breakdown. RAIN OR SHINE the show will go on! One stage will be in the outdoor amphitheater, the other stage will be in the Heidelberg auditorium. – Both stages will be moved indoors if inclement weather. You can buy a chance to win a Limited Edition Martin Guitar – Mahogany D ’09! Raffle tickets available Now at Brukner Nature Center, Sound City Music and from Rum River Blend band Members. Drawing will be held at 4pm at the event. Need not be present to win. Bring your lawn chair and stay the day! Carpooling is encouraged. For further information, call Linda Tatarian @ 937-440-9834 or check out the websites: http://www.tunesinthetrees.com/ http://www.bruknernaturecenter.com/ Brukner Nature Center at; 937-698-6493 5995 W. Horseshoe Bend Road, Troy PUBLIC NOTICE MEETING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Piqua City Commission has scheduled a Worksession to discuss the Water Exploration and a Development Plan. The meeting will be held on Thursday, April 1, 2010 beginning at 10:00 AM and will be held in the Commission Chambers located on the 2nd Floor of the Municipal Government Complex located at 201 W. Water Street. The National Arbor Day Foundation sponsors an annual poster contest for Fifth Graders. This year’s L.T. Ball Intermediate had 58 students (4 teachers) participate. The theme this year was “Trees are Terrific… and Energy Wise”. The students had lessons in the wonderful benefits that trees offer our lives and surroundings. The winning poster selected by the City Tree Board was entered into the state contest. This year’s First Place winner was Ryan Koogler. The following students also received recognition: Steven Bourne-2nd Place, Angelo Mihalyo-3rd Place, and Honorable Mentions to Abbi Halsey, Brooke Zimmerman, Wesley Koehler, and Kennedy Reeder. Ryan Koogler’s poster was forwarded onto the State competition and he was awarded Third Place. Ryan was recognized at an assembly on March 22, 2010 with a certificate and cash award. Mayor Dee Gillis presented the awards. INFORMATIONAL MEETING PROPOSED REZONING WITHIN THE CITY OF TROY CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT The City of Troy Planning Office will be holding an informational meeting as follows regarding the proposed changes to the zoning of the B-3, Central Business District: Thursday, March 25, 2010 6:30 p.m. Community Room (405 SW Public Square, 3rd Floor) This meeting will allow an opportunity for citizens to meet with members of the City of Troy staff, ask questions, and receive information regarding the proposed rezoning. Arbor Day Foundation Honors Tipp City with Tree City USA® Recognition, Growth Award Tipp City, OH, was recognized by the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry. It is the twenty-sixth year Tipp City has earned this national recognition. The awards will be presented in Montgomery, OH on April 23, 2010. Tipp City also received a Tree City USA Growth Award for demonstrating progress in its community forestry program in the following activity areas:
The prestigious Growth Award honors environmental improvement and higher levels of tree care in Tree City USA communities. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. Tipp City has met the four standards to become a Tree City USA community. Tree City USA communities must have a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. “Communities that are honored with a Tree City USA designation and a Growth Award make a strong commitment to planting and caring for trees, and we applaud their efforts,” said John Rosenow, chief executive and founder of the Arbor Day Foundation. “We also commend a community’s elected officials, volunteers and its citizens for providing needed care for its trees. They recognize that trees provide numerous environmental, economical and health benefits for the community every day.” More information about Tree City USA can be found at www.arborday.org/TreeCityUSA. About the Arbor Day Foundation The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit, environmental and education organization of nearly one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. More information on the Foundation and its programs can be found at www.arborday.org. |
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