MAYOR’S MONTHLY REPORT
SEPTEMBER 2009

FIRE: The Department responded to a total of 327 alarms, this being an average of 10.9 alarms per day. There were 46 fire alarms, 28 public service calls and 253 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $61,000.00. There was one firefighter injury. 9/3/2009: I attended the monthly LOGIC Board meeting. 9/4/2009: I met with Chief Rich and Captain Friedman of the Canton Fire Department to discuss EMS issues. 9/10/2009: I attended a Stark County Fire Chief’s Executive Board meeting to discuss centralized dispatch. 9/18/2009: I attended an LEPC meeting about grant funding for Hazardous Materials training for Rail disasters. 9/22/2009: I attended a RED Center meeting to discuss the annual audit. 9/29/2009: I attended the Stark County Hazardous Materials Executive Board meeting. September 11th invokes many memories to many people. The Fire Department has received many gifts (cookies, cakes, etc.) because people feel the need to thank us for our service. We very much appreciate those gestures and especially the kind thoughts that accompany them. Much of this month and last have been spent writing grants to various organizations for a Capital Project Ambulance. Additionally, much time has been spent researching issues surrounding the budget deficit and the ability to provide EMS Transport to recoup some of those dollars to avoid the potential for layoffs within the Fire Department. Finally, an equal amount of time has been spent at work sessions and Council meetings in an attempt to provide information supporting a limited option to provide EMS Transport.

POLICE: Arrests: Total Adult Arrests 61; Total Juvenile Arrests 13; Summons/Citations Issued 24. Incidents: Total Calls 1,859; Security Checks Performed-Residences & Business Locations 216; Incident Cases Reported 70; Crimes Against Property Reported 108; Crimes Against Persons Reported 94; Accident Reports 67; Traffic Citations Issued 85; Alarms 102; Miles of Road Patrol (mileage from previous month) 39,097. Officers: Compensatory Hours Used 286.9; Sick Hours Used 386.0; Personal Hours Used 120.0; Compensatory Hours Earned 385.4; Overtime Hours Earned 183.0.

TRAFFIC CONTROL: The MPD issued a total of 85 traffic citations, this being 11 less than same time last year. The MPD made 8 arrests for OVI, this being 3 more than same time last year. Radar citations totaled 3, this being 1 more than same time last year. The traffic officer issued 5 parking citations. The MPD handled a total of 67 traffic accidents, this being 29 less than same time last year. There were 41 property damage accidents, 5 injury accidents, there were 21 accidents that occurred on private property. Of the above accidents, there were 7 hit-skip accidents and there was 1 accident that occurred as a direct result of alcohol and/or drugs. There were 0 bicycle accidents. There were 0 pedestrian and 1 motorcycle accident. The MPD investigated 10 accidents involving juveniles resulting in 0 reported injuries. There was 1 fatality that was investigated by the Ohio Highway Patrol. There were 46 motor vehicles towed by the MPD, this being 13 less than same time last year. Of the above tows, 30 vehicles were towed from traffic accidents, 3 for traffic offenses of some type, 7 as a direct result of an arrest and 5 for parking violations. There was 1 stolen/recovered vehicle towed and 0 misc. tows. The traffic officer mailed 4 certified letters in regards to junk and/or abandoned motor vehicles. The traffic officer mailed 6 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 25 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. As of the last day of the month, there were 16 motor vehicles sitting upon the Police Impound Lots. Of the 16 vehicles, several are waiting for court order to dispose of them. Summary: Accidents 30 YTD 259; Traffic 3 YTD 46; Parking 5 YTD 71; Arrests 7 YTD 110; STL/REC 1 YTD 3; Misc. 0 YTD 6; Totals: 46 YTD 495.

METERMAID: Total number of tickets issued 133; By parking enforcement 123; By police officers 4; Towed vehicles with tickets 6. Outstanding tickets 584. Total number of PAID violations 128; Number of parking permits issued 239. Revenue received from PAID violations (includes hearing fees) $1,410.00; Revenue received from parking permits $1,140.00. Total Revenue: $2,550.00.

ENINGEERING: 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 with 5th District Court of Appeals. The decision was reverse on June 30, 2009. Hendricks Area Annexation: The petition was filed with Stark County on September 22, 2009. 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. 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. It is anticipated that the bridge will be open to traffic by the end of 2009. Finefrock Road Bridge: Ramp closures began May 2009 and the bridge is currently under construction, with completion estimated to be November 2009. 32nd Street Bridge Replacement: 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. Wenger Excavating, Inc. was awarded the contract and will begin construction in October 2009. Harsh Avenue S.E. 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 Poets Glen Annexation. Nova Tech Pump Station: This project will replace the existing pump station. The design work is 95% completed. Submitted to OPWC for the funding. 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 and also Shearer’s. Bids were opened August 27,, 2009. The successful low bidder was Wenger Excavating, Inc. out of Dalton with a bid amount of $104,561.00. Construction to commence in October 2009. State Avenue Sewer Rehab: Beginning survey and preliminary design work on replacing a portion of the sanitary sewer. The design work is 60% completed. Began revising plan to new standards. Noble Place Sanitary Sewer Replacement: Project will replace the existing sanitary sewer and improvements to the roadway and installation of storm sewer will also be completed. Project was submitted to OPWC for funding. 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. The City received $151,000.00 from the Municipal Road Fund. The bid opening was held August 11, 2009. Superior Paving was awarded the contract and began work the week of September 21, 2009. Currently working on ADA ramps. 9th Street S.W. Resurfacing: Submitted to OPWC for the funding. 2009 Street Resurfacing: Bid opening was August 27, 2009. The successful low bidder is Northstar Asphalt, Inc. with a bid of $119,864.00. 2009 Target Area Street Resurfacing: Bid opening was August 27, 2009. The successful low bidder is Northstar Asphalt, Inc. with a bid of $182,900.00. Work began the week of September 21, 2009. 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 2010. Augusta/Cyprus Repairs: Preparing documents for miscellaneous repairs. Tremont Avenue S.W. Resurfacing: The City will be applying to OPWC and the Municipal Road Fund for funding. It is anticipated to complete this project in the summer of 2010. SUBDIVISIONS: Ballinger Estates Phase No. 2: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission December 13, 2006. Final plat approved by Planning Commission February 21, 2007. Re-zoning 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 fall 2009 including seeding/landscaping. 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 testing 100% completed. Grading and ditch work 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. Waiting for 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 No. 2: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Construction to begin fall 2009. University Village No. 9: Preliminary plat submitted. 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. Punch list items to be completed. Woodland Creek: Preliminary plat approved. Plans approved by City and by EPA. Plat for condo phase recorded at County. Condominiums are completed. MISCELLANEOUS: 151 Lincoln Way East Improvements: Daniel A. Terreri & sons of North Jackson was awarded the contract and began work on September 14, 2009. Project is 60% completed. SR241/Tremont Intersection Improvements: ODOT approved grant. Design is being completed by URS Corporation. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2010. Made corrections to plans per ODOT comments. 27th/Lincoln Way East Intersection Improvements: ODOT approved grant. Design is being completed by URS Corporation. me Companies is beginning the right-of-way acquisition process. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2010. Made corrections to plans per ODOT comments. 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: replats, vacations, dedications. Sanitary Sewer Mapping: 96% completed. SE drawings completed/SD drawings. Permits and GIS are being added to the database and are 18% completed. Editing files to include pipe length and slope/material. GIS: Completed. Transferring items to ESRI. Setting hyperlinks. Modifying display and addressing permits, maps. Continuing to update. Adding traffic signals, signs inventory. Website: The Engineering Department web site has been completed and will be updated on an ongoing basis. Analyzing and updating current maps.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: 1. In regards to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, the CD Department submitted to HUD its annual performance report for the FY2008 Program Year, which ended June 30th. This report provides very detailed information on the programs, beneficiaries, expenditures and accomplishments for the City’s Community Development Program. In regards to the FY2009 CDBG Program, the City began the process of executing funding agreements with various sub-recipient non-profit agencies such as the Westark Medical Clinic, Family Living Center, Domestic Violence, Westark Family Services, Lighthouse Visions, Faith in Action, etc. In addition, construction work began on two CDBG-funded infrastructure projects-the downtown sidewalk replacement on Lincoln Way East & City Hall Street and the CDBG-stimulus funded target area neighborhood street improvement project on the southeast side. 2. The CD Department began work on the implementation of its Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). The City is receiving over $1.5 million in Federal NSP dollars allocated by the State of Ohio. The NSP Program is designed to provide funding to local governments to deal with the problems of foreclosed and abandoned housing in areas of greatest need The City has been meeting with non-profit housing organizations on proposed NSP housing development activities. These will be submitted for Council review and approval as proposals are finalized. In addition, the CD Director attended a two day state sponsored training on feasibility analysis and project underwriting for NSP housing activities. 3. The CD Director met with NRP to discuss the proposed downtown senior housing project at the former Eagles site that will begin construction next year. 4. The CD Director was part of a City contingent that toured the ARE facility as part of the company’s 40th anniversary celebration. The CD Director was also the featured speaker at Kiwanis.

HOUSING; The Department received approximately 65 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. We currently have one housing discrimination case pending with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission awaiting completion of their investigation. I participated in a meeting with the Community Building Partnership of Stark County (CBP) Operating Committee. During this quarterly meeting, we discussed the Director’s report, updates on all CBP activities which included the financial report and the Strategic Planning Session for October/November. I attended the Walnut Hills Residents Association meeting. Activities for the organization were discussed which included plans for several upcoming holiday events. A representative from East Akron Neighborhood Corp. gave an interesting presentation explaining their weatherization programs. She also talked about HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) and PIPP (Percentage of Income Payment Plan). Some residents had received assistance but there were several who weren’t aware of the programs, but expressed interest. Aane Aaby and I met with a representative from Habitat for Humanity regarding their application for participation in the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). They would like to receive funding to develop homes in Columbia Heights. I participated in a Family Economic Success (FES) Board meeting. After reviewing FES updates, the financial report and Board Member updates, we had a discussion about the upcoming Stark County Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Forum scheduled for October 19th. Aane Aaby and I attended a Neighborhood Stabilization Partnership Project Feasibility Analysis training session. Through a case study, we were able to experience and analyze feasibility of a project. I participated in the Stark County Housing Task Force meeting. After the Homeless Collaborative reports and other updates, representatives from area agencies shared information about their available programs to provide assistance to those who are having difficulty paying their rent or mortgage. The Housing Department tries to keep current information about these programs since we receive a lot of calls. I participated in the AHEAD Foundation Board meeting. The Director gave financial updates and reported on other activities for the month. Their program offers social, emotional and education assistance for families with children. We voted to hire a new director who will start her duties in approximately 30 days. I attended the 25th Annual conference of the Ohio Community Development Corporation. My attendance was sponsored by Community Building Partnership of Stark County due to my position as a member of the Executive Committee. One session was about the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) and one was about homebuyer counseling. The sessions I attended were very informative. One day’s luncheon speaker was the author of a book called “Comeback Cities” that is about cities rebounding from difficult challenges. His talk was very interesting. One (1) full Housing Rehabilitation project is progressing and inspections were requested for two (2) new projects. Five (5) applications were accepted to participate in the Emergency Housing Rehabilitation Program. Five (5) contracts were signed, two (2) projects were completed and five (5) are progressing. Interest in the Home Buyer’s Assistance Program has continued to increase due to the tax credit being offered up to $8,000.00. Down payment assistance was provided to three (3) new home buyers, six (6) applicants were approved to participate in the program and two (2) contracts were signed for rehabilitation portion. I am pleased to report we have assisted eight (8) home buyers this quarter. The report is attached.

BUILDING: Permits Issued: Dwelling Alterations & Additions 44 @ $243,479.00; Commercial (New Structures) 1 @ $180,000.00; Commercial (Alterations & Additions) 10 @ $244,195.00; Industrial (New Structures) 1 @ $3,000,000.00; Garage Alterations 1 @ $750.00; Miscellaneous 3 @ $7,600.00; Swimming Pools 1 @ $15,000.00; Accessory Buildings 4 @ $8,520.00; Fences 5 @ $4,230.00; Razings 3 @ $12,600.00; Total Permits Issued: 73 @ $3,716,374.00. Inspections: Building (Kraft) 204; Plumbing (Kraft) 54; Heating (Kraft) 41; Electrical (Silla) 64; Code Enforcement (Saracina) 88; Code Enforcement (Rice) 45: Total: 496.

STREETS: Hot Mix: 234.61 Tons; #407 Tack Coat: 55 Gallons. 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; Mowed and weeded throughout entire City; Set up the Stage for concerts on August 8, 6,13 & 20th; Paved the rough areas on Lake Avenue N.E. – east bound from Amherst to 8th Street N.E.; Posted No Parking signs downtown for Funfest and set out barricades; 8/7/2009: Dropped off barricades to 854 Seneca Street N.E. for a Block Party; Paved 4th Street N.W. 8/14/2009: Hauled two (2) truck loads of old computers and misc. office equipment to Stark State for recycling. Dropped off 6 barricades to the Salvation Army.

SEWER/WASTE COLLECTIONS: Our new customers numbered 27 and we had 20 customers whose service was discontinued. We picked up extra items for customers at 147 locations at an additional cost of $2,103.50. The fall leaf program is scheduled to begin on Monday, 10/26/2009. The Street Department will use two (2) packer trucks from the Waste Department for leaf pick-up. Summary: New Customers 27; Permanently Discontinued 20; Temporarily Discontinued 5; Resume Service to Delinquent Customers, Paid in Full 36; Resume Service to Regular Customers 6; Transfers 6; Misses 10; Misc. Messages 43; Total of Clean-Ups with Charge 147; Total of Charges for Clean-Ups $1,249.00; Dumpster Activity-Containers Placed Temporarily 5; Total Charges for Dumpsters $315.00; Services Donated at No Charge $2,103.50. Empty Baskets Main Street 1X Week $200.00; Bags from Community Service Workers $200.00; Health Department Clean-Ups $50.00; Service to City Buildings, Park Department Dumpsters, Rec Center, Maintenance Building at Golf Course $1,653.50.

INCOME TAX: Income tax collections for the month were down 2.2% from the same time last year. Income tax collections for the year remain up but only .87%. As always, these figures were balanced with the Auditor’s Office. Employee withholdings were up 4.35%, from same time last year. Business profits were down 30.89% and taxes received from individuals were up 6.13%.

HEALTH NURSE: CLINCS: Well Child Clinics: Infant & Pre-school age patients 0; School age patients 0; Referred to specialist or private physician 0. Immunization Clinics: Attended 79; Immunizations Administered 253. TB Testing Clinics: Administered 13; Positive Reactors referred for X-ray 0. WIC Clinics: Initial Certifications 53; Re-certifications 119; Individual Mid-cert 23; Nutrition Education 146; Caseload 980. COMMUNITY NURSING: Field Visits 122; Auxiliary Visits 385; School Visits 2 @ Massillon Christian School; Services rendered: Immunization Review. CONTINUING EDUCATION: Mrs. Bates attended the training “Orientation for Nurses New to Ohio Schools” and earned 11 CEUs. Ms. Martin Attended “In attended “Introduced to Public Health Nursing” and earned 12.75 CEUs. Ms. Martin completed Self-Study Modules on Tuberculosis Modules 1-5 and earned 7 CEUs. MISCELLANEOUS: Two (2) PODS meetings to discuss H1N1 vaccination plans. Nursing staff attended Affinity Medical Center’s Maternity Licensure Review conducted by the Ohio Department of Health.

GOLF COURSE: MAINTENANCE: *Completed path to North #1. *Filled in areas on the Cart Path. *Finished aerigying the south/east golf course; north will be completed October 5-6. CLUB HOUSE: *Hours drastically reduced due to sun light and play is slowing down. *League play has concluded for the year. *Evaluated all the rates of courses in surrounding area to compare and contrast the rates that we charge. *Evaluated hours of operations and expense reduction. *Pro-shop still doing well. 2010 Pre-booking process has begun. *Website continues to perform well with over 2000 + new visitors viewing 9,000 pages - or an average of 3 pages per visit. The “Tee It Up, Ohio!” Show from fall 2008 has been added to the home page as well as an interactive web poll and monthly articles on golf tips. New articles will be added on a regular basis by our Superintendent and Golf Pro in the future. MISCELLANEOUS: *In negotiations with SCAGA for a 2010 tournament date in May or June. *Booking events and tee times for 2010. *Will attend the Pittsburgh PA Golf Show March 12-14, 2010. *Will be represented by the SCCVB at other golf shows in Jan.-Feb.-March. *Met with the SCCVB, 6 other courses and 5 hotels at the HOF to discuss strategies for the 2010 season – How to maintain play and find the next “Pittsburgh”. *Preparing to close on November 15th.

SENIOR CENTER: ACTIVITIES: *Steak fry Picnic in the Park with BINGO and games being played. Weather threatening but we were able to get all planned activities accomplished. *Massillon Public Library held their jazz concert here with 60 present. *All regularly scheduled activities held. *United Way Day of Caring provided 90 Timken employees who worked at the Senior Center, at the Recreation Center, small parks throughout the City and at Community Park where lunch was served by way of Meals on Wheels sack lunches. *Bowling team resumed three (3) days a week. *Faith in Action held Health Fair at the Recreation Center and we had a table with information and a raffle prize. Hours from 8:30-3:00. *Volunteer attended a RSVP recognition lunch at Meyers Lake Ballroom. 48 attended. *Nancy’s mother who turned 100 on September 14th celebrated her birthday with us. All members who reach 100 have a party at the Center. This is our 4th party in 25 years. *Two (2) groups of nurses from Stark State College did their clinicals here. *Governing Board had their quarterly meeting here. VOLUNTEER HOURS: *August hours 1,017.25. *September hours 1,345. DIRECTOR: *Attended two (2) SARTA Board meetings. *Attended an Affinity Community Leadership Group. *Attended Open House at Inn at University Village.

EEO: The EEO Officer has been quiet and has not received a lot of phone calls in reference to employment issues. The EEO Director has been spending time in recent days collecting and monitoring the necessary documents that are being produced from the Construction Contractor’s in regards to their Equal Employment and Prevailing Wage contractual obligations. This office received several calls from our citizens in regards to hiring within the City and employment possibilities. Several other calls for request for assistance were referred to other government agencies. The office hours have been adjusted and the EEO Office shall be open Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for the remainder of this year.

WWT; HEALTH; ANIMAL CONTROL; HOUSING;
BUILDING; CATCH BASINS; PAINT/SIGN; SAFETY;
INCOME TAX; PARKS & RECREATION; Please see attached sheets.
GOLF COURSE; RECREATION
LATE MONTHLY REPORTS

AUGUST 2009

FIRE The Department responded to a total of 332 alarms, this being an average of 10.71 alarms per day. There were 46 fire alarms, 19 public service calls and 267 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $12,800.00. There were no civilian injuries and one (1) firefighter injury due to a fire. There were no deaths. 8/3/2009: The department provided EMS for the annual Drum/Bugle Corps event held in conjunction with the Hall of Fame festivities. Also, the firefighter’s union held a birthday party fundraiser for the Boys/Girls Club. 8/6/2009: The Fire Department assisted in providing a landing zone for the Akron Children’s Hospital during a safety fair at Walmart. 8/9/2009: The Fire Department provided a fire truck and personnel for the annual Fun Fest held downtown. 8/11 & 12, 2009: Employees attended the Drug Free Workplace seminar conducted by the Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation. 8/10/2009: I attended the Ward #1 Town Hall Meeting. 8/24/2009: I attended the Ward #2 Town Hall Meeting. 8/30/2009: EMS Coordinator Richard Fay retired. Much of the month has been spent on budgetary issues. The Fire Department has introduced the possibility of providing limited EMS Transport through the use of one transport ambulance in order to recover revenue and meet the directive to cut 20% of the remaining budget.