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MAYOR’S MONTHLY REPORT FIRE: The department responded to a total of 354 alarms, this averages to 11.8 alarms per day. There were 47 fire alarms, 27 public service calls and 280 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $34,000.00. There were no firefighter or civilian injuries due to fires. 6/5/2009: The department attended the memorial service of Captain James “Marty” Hall from the Canton Fire Department. Units were sent to be part of the procession and department members staffed their fire stations during the service so that Canton Firefighters could attend the service. I would like to thank IAFF#251 (Massillon Professional Firefighters Union) for volunteering to help staff Canton Stations 2,7 & 8. 6/9/2009: I met with representatives from 21st Century Financial Planners to discuss the possibility of making presentations to our employees. 6/11/2009: I met with staff members from Jackson Township to discuss the possibility of sharing EMS billing expenses in the event Massillon Fire Department begins EMS Transport. I also attended the Governance Board meeting for County-wide dispatch. 6/17/2009: I attended the Stark State College Advisory Board meeting. 6/6/2009: The department attended the Ohio Safety Fest at Clay’s Park. The Tower was used for a demonstration and Fire Prevention materials were handed out. 6/19/2009: I met with Joe Concatto, the Program Manager for County-wide dispatch to discuss concerns. 6/20/2009: The annual Cruise-On-In and Dance Show was held. The department covered the needs of the City well and responded to several EMS incidents at the show itself. I believe the safety plan we have in place is a good one. 6/25/2009: Labor arbitration was held. Hose testing is finishing up. We are planning and coordinating training experiences with North Lawrence Volunteer Fire Department in order to promote interoperability. The River Rescue grant is currently under way and the Hazardous Materials Grant has allowed us to train 9 employees to be Hazardous Materials Technicians. POLICE: Arrests: Total Adult Arrests 60; Total Juvenile Arrests 12; Summons/Citations Issued 26. INCIDENTS: Total Calls 2,211; Security Checks Performed-Residences & Business Locations 242; Incident Cases Reported 79; Crimes Against Property Reported 140; Crimes Against Persons Reported 87; Accident Reports 89; Traffic Citations Issued 147; Alarms 136; Miles of Road Patrol (Mileage from previous month) 36,308. Officers: Compensatory Hours Used 381.3; Sick Hours Used 447.6; Personal Hours Used 194.0; Compensatory Hours Earned 1,464.4; Overtime Hours Earned 562.7. These hours consist of three (3) pay periods) TRAFFIC CONTROL: The MPD issued a total of 147 traffic citations, this being 12 more than same time last year. The MPD made 8 arrests for OVI, this being 2 less than same time last year. Radar citations totaled 10, this being 4 more than same time last year. The MPD handled a total of 89 traffic accidents, this being 1 more than same time last year. There were 48 property accidents, 18 injury accidents, there were 23 accidents that occurred on private property. Of the above accidents there were 14 hit-skip accidents. There were 5 accidents that occurred as a direct result of alcohol and/or drugs. There were 0 pedestrian accidents and 3 bicycle accidents. The MPD investigated 16 accidents involving juveniles with 6 injuries. There were 3 motorcycle accidents and no fatal accidents. There were 54 motor vehicles towed by the MPD, this being 14 less than same time last year. Of the above tows, 30 vehicles were towed from traffic accidents, 6 for traffic offenses, 11 as a direct result of an arrest, 6 for parking violations and 0 recovered stolen. There was 1 miscellaneous towed vehicle. The traffic officer mailed 2 certified letters in regards to junk and/or abandoned motor vehicles. The traffic officer mailed 2 title searches to the State of Ohio, Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The traffic officer was able to junk or title 6 motor vehicles. The traffic officer issued or acted upon 9 notices (48/72 hour and/or 10/20 day notices). The traffic officer sent numerous 2255s and driver’s licenses to the state. The traffic officer logged and filed several license plates and kept track of the motor vehicles awaiting court order for immobilization, confiscation or return to the owners. The traffic officer issued 5 parking citations. As of the last day of the month, there were 22 motor vehicles sitting upon the Police Impound Lots. Of the 22 vehicles, several are waiting for court order to dispose of them. Summary: Accidents 30 YTD 163; Traffic 6 YTD 32; Parking 6 YTD 46; Arrests 11 YTD 73; STL/REC 0 YTD 2; Misc. 1 YTD 4; Totals: 54 YTD 320. METERMAID: Total number of tickets issued 158; By parking enforcement 150; By police officers 3; Towed vehicles with tickets 5. Outstanding tickets 565. Total number of PAID violations 129; Number of parking permits issued 239. Revenue received from PAID violations (includes hearing fees) $1,175.00; Revenue received from parking permits $1,165.00. Total Revenue: $2,340.00. ENGINEERING: ANNEXATION: Poets Glen Area Annexation: The petition was filed with Stark County on February 5, 2008. The hearing was held in City Council Chambers on April 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The annexation was approved by the Commissioners at their April 9th meeting. The Township has filed an appeal on the Commissioners decision. Approval was denied by Judge Sinclair on July 25, 2008. The Township has filed an appeal and currently awaiting a ruling. BRIDGES: Tremont Avenue Bridge: Detour began February 21, 2005. The requested federal earmark for this project was denied. A new request was filed through Congressman Regula’s office. ODOT has informed us that they are providing the 20% match for both the Municipal Bridge and SCATS funding. The current estimate for this project is $3.3 million. A permit with the Army Corps of Engineers has been secured as was permits from Norfolk Southern & RJ Corman Railroads. Plans have been submitted to ODOT for approval. Anticipated bid opening is in April 2008. AT&T began their relocation work. Bids will be opened May 1, 2008 at the Stark County Commissioners office. Bids received were more than 10% over the engineer’s estimate and therefore the project must be re-bid. A request has been submitted to SCATS to increase the City’s portion of the funding. SCATS approved additional funding for the City in the amount of $450,000.00. Also, the County has increased its’ share by the same amount. This project was re-bid and bids were opened on July 3, 2008. Beaver Excavating was the successful low bidder with a bid of $3,735,809.67. It is anticipated that work will begin in March 2009. Pre-construction meeting was held September 17, 2008. Norfolk Southern Railroad has approved a temporary crossing and has begun installation. Beaver started construction on March 2, 2009. Finefrock Road Bridge: Scheduled for re-decking in 2009. City and County resurfacing completed on October 21, 2006. Pre-construction meeting is set for April 7, 2009. Ramp closures began May 2009 and the bridge is currently under construction. 32nd Bridge Replacement: Survey work has been completed and the design is 100% completed. This project will replace the existing bridge structure with a concrete box culvert. Other components of the project are the relocation of sanitary and storm sewers and street resurfacing within the project limits. OPWC approved the funding request. Project will commence in 2009. Currently preparing bid documents. Aqua Ohio will be relocating a portion of water line in May of 2009. Bid opening July 7, 2009. Harsh Avenue SE Box Culvert Replacement: The design and survey are 70% completed. SANITARY SEWERS: 27th Street/Bison Avenue Sanitary Sewer: The design work is 98% completed. This project would be completed to assist the proposed Ports Glen Annexation. Nova Tech Pump Station: This project will replace the existing pump station. The design work is 90% completed. NeoCom Sanitary Trunk Sewer Extension: This project will be tied into the recently constructed South Massillon Trunk Sewer and will serve the northern portion of the NeoCom Industrial Park. The design is 100% complete. This project was submitted to OPWC for funding and was not approved. Seeking other funding sources for construction in 2009. OEPA has approved the PTI. The City was awarded $95,000.00 in stimulus funding and is currently preparing bid documents. State Avenue Sewer Rehab: Beginning survey and preliminary design work on replacing a portion of the sanitary sewer. The design work is 55% completed. STREETS: Wales Rd/SR 241 Resurfacing: Resurfacing from Lincoln Way to Hills & Dales will be done in 2009 with a grant from ODOT and local funds. Applied for Municipal Road Funds through Stark County for the local share of the project. Project to be bid in July 2009. 9th Street SW Reconstruction: Currently compiling survey data and design work is 60% completed. 2009 Street Resurfacing: Compiling street list. Bid
in July 2009. 2009 Target Area Street Resurfacing: Compiling street list. Bid in July 2009. 2008 Lincoln Way W/Lincoln Way E. Project: Bid opening was held on July30, 2008. The apparent low bidder was Superior Paving, Inc. with a bid of $254,346.47. Currently, preparing contract documents. Pre-construction meeting held September 4, 2008. The paving portion of this project will be completed in the May of 2009. Superior started manholes and catch basins in April 2009. Paved week of May 18th. Stripping completed May 26th. Developing punch list. Main Avenue Resurfacing: Resurfacing plans 100% completed. The City has received money as a result of the stimulus package for this project. This project will be constructed in early 2010. Augusta/Cyprus Repairs: Preparing documents for miscellaneous repairs. SUBDIVISIONS: Ballinger Estates: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission November 10, 2004. Plans submitted and approved. Sanitary sewer plans approved. Final plat approved by Planning Commission June 22, 2005. Council approved July 5, 2005. Plat recorded. Grading and utility construction completed. Houses are completed. Roadway installed week of April 10, 2006. Punch list items completed. Released to City October 20, 2008. Ballinger Estates Phase No.: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission December 13, 2006 Final plat approved by Planning Commission February 21, 2007. Rezoning passed by Council. Plans have been approved. Construction began week of July 16, 2007. Sewers and streets 100% completed. Houses are completed and occupied. Punch list to be completed summer 2009. Centennial Village: Preliminary plat and rezoning approved by Planning Commission February 13, 2002. Revised preliminary approved May 8, 2002. Plans approved. Final plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plat recorded. Site work began week of September 23, 2002. Sanitary completed and tested. Roadway installed week of May 5, 2003. Easements relocated. Street signs installed. Bond transferred to Roseman Construction. Punch list items to be completed. Cherry Springs No. 1: Plat submitted and approved March 2006. Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council March 2006. Plat recorded. Homes being built. Cherry Springs No. 2: Planning Commission April 12, 2006. Council May 1, 2006. Plat recorded. Earthwork began week of October 9, 2006. Sanitary sewer installation began week of December 18, 2006. Sanitary completed. Testing started February 21, 2007. Testing of the sanitary sewer is 95% completed. Concord Village Outlots: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Storm and sanitary easements acquired. Plat recorded. Sanitary sewer installed. Sewer testing 100% completed. Grading and ditch work 100% completed. Transferred to Nancy Villas (Perciballi). Houses being built. Working on punch list items. Concord Village Allotment: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission March 9, 2005. Plans submitted and approved. Final plat to Planning Commission September 13, 2006. Approved by Council October 16, 2006. Plat recorded. Construction began the week of March 26, 2007. Paving completed week of June 25, 2007. Homes are currently being constructed. Working on completing punch list items. Forest Hills No. 3: Plat recorded. Plans re-approved. Construction began July 2004. Curb installed week of August 23, 2004. Asphalt installed. As-builts received. Punch list items completed. Awaiting installation of the street lights and asphalt repairs. Gray Ridge Estates Phase No. 1: Preliminary plat submitted to Planning Commission March 9, 2005. Final plat approved by Planning Commission and Council February 2006. Earthwork began week of July 31, 2006. Pre-construction meeting August 21, 2006. Sanitary sewer installation and testing completed. Utility construction 75% completed. Sanitary trunk sewer extension completed. Homes are currently being constructed. Curb and pavement installed week of May 14, 2007. Seeding/grading and punch list items to be completed. Reconstruction of 27th Street S.E. completed. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase No. 1: Preliminary plat received week of December 4, 2000. Revised and approved by Planning Commission February 13, 2002. Phase No. 1 plan submitted February 20, 2002. Earthwork began week of July 22, 2002. Utility work began week of October 21st. Plat approved by Planning Commission March 12, 2003 and Council April 7, 2003. Construction 100% completed. Roadways paved. Water line extension completed. Plat recorded. Lots being sold. Punch list items completed. Released to City on February 19, 2009. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase No. 2: Plans submitted and approved May 22, 2003. Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plans approved. Waiting on Performance Bond. Nova East Industrial Park: Plat and plans approved. Road construction is 75% completed. Land sold to Beaver Excavating May 2001. Water and gas lines completed. Plat approved by Planning Commission May 12, 2004. Plat approved by Council June 7, 2004. Plat recorded July 2004. Street signs installed. As-builts received. Final paving done week of November 8th. Street light installation completed. St. Luke Development: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plans approved May 20, 2004. St. Luke received the PTI on August 25, 2004. Performance Bond received. Construction has begun on sanitary sewer. Plat recorded at County. Sanitary sewer installation completed. Awaiting testing. Two site plans have been reviewed and approved. Waiting for roadway construction. Project has been put on hold by developer. Sippo Reserves Allotment Phase No. 1: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission December 8, 2004. Plans submitted and under review. Plans approved. Earthwork began week of August 22nd. Sanitary sewer installation began week of September 19th. Final plat approved by Planning Commission July 13, 2005 and Council September 6, 2005. Underground utilities completed. Curb installed week of April 17, 2006. Asphalt completed. Sewer testing completed. Homes being built. Sippo Reserves Allotment Phase 2: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Construction to begin summer 2009. University Village No. 9: Preliminary plat submitted and approved by Planning Commission December 10, 2003. Variance granted for plat at February Planning Commission meeting. Plans approved May 2004. Grading work began July 2004. Utility work began week of August 23, 2004. Curb placed October 27, 2004. Asphalt paving done week of November 8, 2005. Plat recorded. Construction 100% completed. Telephone pole finally removed from roadway. Street lights installed. Punch list items to be completed. Westbrook Estates Phase No. 3: Plans sent in December 2005 and under review. Revised plans sent April 27, 2006. Plat submitted May 30, 2006. Approved by Planning Commission June 14, 2006 and approved by Council. Grading work 90% completed. Utility work began the week of April 16, 2007. Utilities 90% completed. Curb and roadway installed week of November 3, 2008. Plat recorded March 25, 2009. Underground electric and telephone lines have been installed. Homes being built. Woodland Creek: Preliminary plat approved. Plans approved by City and the EPA. Plat for condo phase recorded at County. Condominiums are completed. MISCELLANEOUS: 151 Lincoln Way East Improvements: Project is currently out to bid. Bid opening held April 21, 2009. Daniel A. Terreri & Sons of North Jackson was the apparent low bidder. Currently awaiting CDBG stimulus money to enter into contract. SR241/Tremont Intersection Improvements: ODOT approved grant. Design is being completed by URS Corporation. 27th/Lincoln Way East Intersection Improvements: ODOT approved grant. Design is being completed by URS Corporation. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2010. Ohio Utility Protection/Safety Committee: Next meeting date has not been set. Storm Water Report: Submitted 2008 report to OEPA. Storm Water Mapping: 96% completed. SE drawings completed/SD drawings. Subdivision Mapping: 50% completed PS drawing/SD drawings. Editing to include subdivision information: re-plats, vacations, dedications. Sanitary Sewer Mapping: 96% completed. SE drawings completed/SD drawings. Permits and GIS are being added to the database and are 18% complete. Editing files to include pipe length and slope/material. GIS: Completed transferring items to ESRI. Setting hyperlinks. Modifying display and addressing and permits, maps. Continuing to update. Adding traffic signals, signs inventory. Keuper Storm Sewer: Scassa Asphalt, Inc. was the apparent low bidder with a bid of $238,999.00. Work began October 6, 2008. Currently installing pipe, Meeting with Aqua Ohio on water line relocation. Aqua Ohio started water line relocation December 1, 2008. Water line relocation completed. Gas line relocation started January 5, 2009. Water line and gas line relocation completed. Waiting for the contractor to resume work. Contractor resumed work February 9, 2009. Currently installing pipe. Project set to be COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: 1. The City’s FY2008 CDBG Program Year ended June 30th. The City is awaiting word from HUD regarding both its 2009 CDBG Application as well as its application for an additional $195,062.00 in CDBG_R Stimulus funding. The CD Department will now begin the process of preparing the City’s annual CDBG performance and evaluation report for submission to HUD. 2. The City continued preliminary work on its Neighborhood Strategy Program (NSP) Program, which is being funded by the state of Ohio. Massillon has been allocated $1,578,149.00 in NSP Funding by the state. This money will be used for: 1) purchase & rehabilitation of foreclosed homes; 2) establishment of land banks; 3) demolition of blighted structures; and, 4) re-development of vacant or demolished properties. The CD Department completed the environmental reviews for its various NSP-funded activities and is awaiting state clearance and release of funds so that the program can begin. The CD Director and Housing Director attended an NDP training on property acquisition and NSP recordkeeping requirements. The CD Director attended a workshop by the Ohio Historic Preservation Office on Section 106 review requirements under a Programmatic Agreement. 3. The City is also working with the City of Canton on an application for NSP Round 2 funding. NSP 2 was authorized under the Federal stimulus bill and unlike NSP 1, this is a competitive grant program geared for large areas. For this reason, Canton is putting together a consortium of communities and organizations to apply for NSP 2 funding. 4. The Site Plan Review Committee met to approve the site plan for Shearer’s Foods new manufacturing facility to be constructed in NeoCom Industrial Park. HOUSING: The department received approximately 80 calls and visits regarding Fair Housing Laws and tenant/landlord issues. It was necessary to provide information to numerous tenants and landlords regarding their rights. Several people were referred to Community Legal Aid Services, Inc. for legal advice or other agencies for homeless prevention or financial assistance. This office continues to monitor questionable advertisements listed in the classified section of the local newspaper for possible discrimination. The investigation is continuing regarding the housing discrimination case filed with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission (OCRC) concerning handicap and race charges. I participated in the Community Building Partnership (CBP) of Stark County Operating Committee meeting. During this quarterly meeting, we discussed the Director’s report, updates on all CBP activities which included the financial report and the 2009 technical assistance reports. I also participated in a conference call in order to discuss a technical assistance report that included suggestions about the development of a method for offering homeownership opportunities in Stark County. Aane Aaby and I participated in a Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program meeting to award funds to neighborhood residential associations. The City, Stark Community Foundation and Health Foundation of Greater Massillon provide funds to assist the associations with their many worthy causes that help improve their neighborhoods. The groups are very appreciative of this funding and support. I attended the 10th anniversary celebration and conclusion of Walnut Hills basketball camp. The event was very well attended by residents. I continue to meet and work with representatives from Canton and Stark county on preparing to develop an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. This document was originally prepared in 1996 and was updated in 2002. We have prepared a Request for Proposals (RFP) and bids are due July 31, 2009. I attended the grand opening of Wilson Pointe Senior Apartments in Canton ABCD, Inc. partnered with The NRP Group LLC in order to develop the 40-unit senior community development housing. Its location in and around downtown Canton will make easy access to public and community services. This complex is similar to the one to be developed here in Massillon. I participated in a Family Economic Success (FES) Coalition/Board meeting. We re-evaluated the operations for 2009-1010, discussed financial activity of the organization, upcoming meeting dates and plans for the new tax season. I participated in Stark County Interagency Council on Homelessness (SCICH) Evaluation Committee meetings. We completed evaluations for the 2009 Continuum of Care (CoC) HUD funded Homeless Prevention Programs. The application will be sent to HUD for funding approval. These agencies and programs are crucial for individuals and families facing homelessness. Aane Aaby and I attended the Ohio Conference of Community Development, Inc. (OCCD) training session regarding the implementation of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). The state will be providing funds to local governments to assist with problems caused by foreclosed, abandoned or vacant properties. This was the best conference I have attended about NSP. We obtained practical information to assist in implementing the program. I participated in the Stark County Community Action Agency (SCCAA) Governing Board meeting. The various committees, departments and the Executive Director provided reports regarding the agency’s activities. This agency provides services to low income Stark County residents. I participated in the Stark County Housing Trust Fund (SCHTF) Board meeting. This was the first meeting with the consultant who will be helping to determine if a dedicated funding source is available and how to pursue such a source. I participated in the Western Stark Free Clinic Board of Directors meeting. The President, various committees and staff provided reports. In these difficult economic times, demand for service has increased, but funding is decreasing which presents problems for the agency. However, they are dealing with the struggles. Down payment assistance was provided for 1 client and 6 clients were approved to participate in the Home Buyer’s Assistance Program. Two (2) applicants were approved to participate in the Emergency Housing Rehabilitation Program, 4 contracts were signed, 4 projects were completed and 2 inspections were requested. Two (2) applications were accepted for the full Housing Rehabilitation Program, 1 contract was signed and a pre-construction meeting was conducted for another project. BUILDING: Permits Issued: New Dwellings 1 @ $90,000.00; Dwelling Alterations & Additions 89 @ $446,774.00; Commercial (Alterations & Additions) 9 @ $142,119.00; Garages & Carports 1 @ $1,400.00; Garage Alterations 1 @ $2,000.00; Miscellaneous 4 @ $146,408.00; Swimming Pools 2 @ $4,800.00; Accessory Buildings 4 @ $26,090.00; Fences 10 @ $20,050.00; Razings 2 @ $20,000.00; Total Permits Issued: 123 @ $899,641.00. Inspections: Building (Kraft) 174; Plumbing (Kraft) 53; Heating (Kraft) 48; Electrical (Silla) 65; Code Enforcement (Saracina) 137; Code Enforcement (Rice) 144; Total: 621. STREETS: Hot Mix: 83.67 Tons; Patched streets throughout entire City; Swept streets throughout entire City; Removed advertisement signs from tree lawns and telephone poles throughout entire City; Cleaned off catch basins throughout entire City; Repaired catch basins throughout entire City; Boarded up front door and secured all other doors at a vacant house – 305-26th St. S.E.; Paved Ryder Ave. N.W. at the end of the street; Set up the stage on June 6th-19th-25th; 6/5/09 & 6/26/09: Dropped off 6 barricades at Erie St. North the Old Scorchers; 6/17/09: Boarded up 3 doors and garage doors and windows at 505 Griffith Ave. S.W.; 6/18/09: Dropped off 61 barricades downtown for the car show; 6/25/09: Dropped off 6 barricades to Affinity Medical Center for fire pump test. SEWER/WASTE COLLECTIONS: Our new customers numbered 25 and we had 23 customers whose service was discontinued. We picked up extra items for customers at 170 locations at an additional cost of $1,322.50. The Waste drivers have been issued route books to use as a reference to determine which residences pay for Massillon Waste service. All waste customers were notified of this change by mail. Summary: New Customers 25; Permanently Discontinued 23; Temporarily Discontinued 1; Resume Service to Delinquent Customers, Paid in Full 11; Resume Service to Regular Customers 6; Transfers 2; Misses 5; Misc. Messages 9; Total of Clean-Ups with Charge 170; Total of Charges for Clean-Ups $1,322.50; Dumpster Activity-Containers Placed Temporarily 4; Total Charges for Dumpster $295.00; Services Donated at No Charge $2,299.00; Empty Baskets Main Street 1X Week $200.00; Bags from Community Service Workers $150.00; Health Department Clean-Ups $50.00; Service to City Buildings $1,649.00. INCOME TAX: Collections were up 4.57% from same time last year. Income tax collections for the year are up 2.28%. Employee withholdings were down 3.3% from same time last year. Business profits were up 54.7% and taxes received from individuals were up 1.6%. HEALTH NURSE: Clinics: Well Child Clinics: Infant & Preschool Age Patients 0; School-aged Patients 0; Referred to Specialist or Private Physician 0. Immunization Clinics: Attended 46; Immunizations Administered 128. TB Testing: Administered 16; Positive Reactors Referred for X-ray 0. WIC Clinics: Initial Certifications 100; Re-certifications 134; Individual Mid-cert 24; Nutrition Education 108; Caseload 895. Community Nursing: Field Visits 0; Auxiliary Visits 346; School Visits 0; Services Rendered 0. Continuing Education: Immunization: You Call The Shots 1.9 CEU’s; Core Curriculum On Tuberculosis 6.1 CEU’s. PARKS: 1. Union Negotiations: The City is still in Union negotiations with our unit. We are currently working without side council to help settle the issues. 2. Vandalism: a.) Restrooms fixtures destroyed at Oak Knoll; b.) 4 locks have been replaced at Park buildings; c.) Restrooms at South Sippo, Reservoir, Community Bottoms have bee spray painted; d.) Signs/Buildings at Furnas, North Sippo, Reservoir, South Sippo have been spray painted; e.) 4 picnic tables/4 trash cans have been destroyed; f.) Fields turfed at Community Park. 3. Wading Pool: Open and currently operating. 4. Lights at Genshaft: Currently being completed. 5. Parks Mowing: Keeping up with the weekly mowing and trimming. 6. Capital Projects: Due to the budget constraints no capital projects/vandalism repairs/equipment repairs are occurring at this time. GOLF COURSE: Golf Course Maintenance: 1. New roof was started on the Club House and has not caused any interruption of play at the golf course. 2. Projects (drainage, turn-a-rounds, flower beds) are still underway on the course and they are working to have completed in early July. 3. Fertilizing and general upkeep were all completed in June. 4. Working on the boulevards to make aesthetically pleasing. Club House: 1. Pro Shop – everything is going really well this year, patrons pleased with inventory choices and pricing. 2. Play has been steady and we are trying to push afternoon play during the week and evening play on the weekends. 3. Club championships and other club events are underway and have had good participation. 4. Junior golf lessons started and we have 22 participants. Miscellaneous: 1. Still working with Club Legends regarding the food and beverage contract. Work continues with other golf courses to try to bring more golfers to Stark county to make us the “golf county of Ohio”. Still trying to get commitments from golf outings. 2. The Massillon Booster Club and the Downtown Massillon Association canceled their scheduled outings and went to the Elms. SENIOR CENTER: Activities: *Held food stand for the cruise in. Had 4 shifts of workers and because of rain did not open until 12:00 noon. Very busy all day and hopefully made a profit as this was a fund raiser for the Activity Club. *Writing class ended their spring session. Each participant was given a very nice booklet of stories they had written. *Our birthday dinner was held on June 29th with 85 people present. The theme was Hawaiian and we had hula dancers for entertainment along with some seniors they recruited to show off some of their hula talents. *May and June have been very busy months with activities at the Center and all the personal activities that occur for seniors with graduation, weddings, vacations and friends visiting. We are looking forward to the Picnics in the Park one of which will be a circus. Volunteer Hours: June – 785.5. Director: On vacation June 18th – 12th. Attended four (4) SARTA meetings as we interview for a new CEO. Attended one seminar at Hartville Kitchen. Attended Massillon Area Community Civic Trust Award Luncheon. EEO: The Manager of the WWT Plant retired on June 30th and an interview committee conducted interviews to find his successor. Mr. Ulrich has managed the WWT Plant in an exemplary fashion for the past 12 years and his leadership will definitely be missed. On July 6th, an offer was extended to Keith Bledsoe to replace Mr. Joe Ulrich as Plant Manager. The EEO Director wishes to congratulate Mr. Ulrich and wish him the best in his retirement. The EEO office researched and updated the City’s Policy in regard to Revised Code 102.01 (Public Officers-Ethics) as the rules pertain to the acceptance of “Anything of Value” by a Public Employee. WWT; HEALTH; ANIMAL CONTROL;
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