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Quincy residents express concerns over various issues within the village

Written by Editorial
Tuesday, 24 March 2009 16:06
The following was compiled from the Quincy Village Council regular meeting minutes from March 17. QUINCY - Several concerns within the village were brought to the attention of council by residents during a meeting held on March 17. Richard Heniser of Jefferson Street approached council in hopes of getting answers to open burning issues within the village. Heniser asked council what is being done about the burning of tires, oil and trees in a field behind his property? Mayor Daniel Robinson said several investigations have been conducted over the matter and he reiterated that open burning is not allowed by anyone within the village of Quincy corporation limits. It was stated the only fires permitted within village limits are those considered recreational, which is defined as an occasional fire that is used to cook food over for a gathering of friends. The fire must also be short-lived, contain clean wood, extinguished after usage as well as contained and maintained by someone who is present for the entire time of the burn. Fire Chief Randy Kean said a recreational fire consists of a 3-foot by 3-foot area with flames no higher than 3-foot high. Heniser also expressed concern over coyotes in the area and questioned the need to have some type of control in this matter. He also asked about speeding on Jefferson Street, and stated this is a constant issue in the area that does not seem to be getting any better. A resident of Main Street also attended the meeting representing several home owners on the block who are concerned over loud noises caused by a neighbor. The individual expressed concern over a loud recreational vehicle being used at different hours of the afternoon and evening that interferes with children sleeping, watching television and is a constant annoyance while the vehicle is in use. Council stated an investigation will be conducted to determine what laws are in place for such matters to determine an immediate remedy for the concerns. It was noted that if nothing was in place, an emergency ordinance can be put into law to stop loud noises and add curfew times for any loud noise activity. Council wanted residents to be aware that ordinances are in place concerning the use of golf carts, dirt bikes and recreational vehicles on village streets within corporation limits.
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Where are they now?

Written by Editorial
Tuesday, 24 March 2009 18:29
Dora Tracy Grogean, 1990 ILHS Dora graduated from Bowling Green State University in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising. She worked as a manager in clothing retail in Dayton. In 2002 she began studies to become an elementary teacher at the University of Dayton. Her studies were interrupted when her family moved to Indianapolis due to her husband’s work. Dora continued her education at the University of Indiana and worked as a substitute teacher. Upon returning to Ohio in 2006, Dora continued her pursuit of earning a teaching degree and graduated with a Masters in Education in May of 2008. She is in her second year as an intervention specialist for Shelby County MRDD and teaches special needs children ages 3 to 6. Dora resides with her husband, Tim Grogean and daughters, Chloe and Lilly in Troy. Heidi Tracy, 1985 ILHS Heidi earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from Ohio University in 1989. She was a grant development coordinator for Logan County Schools 1990-1993. Heidi then moved to the Cleveland area and was Executive Assistant to the mayor of Brook Park from 1993 - 1995. She returned to Ohio University as Assistant Dean for Development in the College of Communication and later became the Executive Director for Development. Heidi oversaw fund raising for the university and worked with the faculty on program development. In August 2006 she moved to Pittsburgh and works as Assistant Vice President of Individual Giving for Carnegie Mellon University. Joel Tracy, 1983 ILHS Joel graduated from Bowling Green State University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Management Information Systems. He worked as systems programmer/analyst at Marathon Oil in Findlay, from 1987-1991. Joel then moved to Memphis, Tennessee, and worked as a Senior Analyst/Programmer for Great Western Consumer Finance. In 1993, Joel began working as a Business Applications Analyst for FedEx Corporation at their world headquarters in Memphis. Joel has held various positions during his 16 years at FedEx and is currently Managing Director of Web Applications Systems Development. He is also expecting to graduate with an MBA from the University of Memphis in May. Joel resides with his wife, Sandi, daughter Alexa, and sons Ben and Will in Germantown, Tennessee. Dora, Heidi, and Joel are the children of Kay and Roxie Tracy.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 March 2009 18:30

Indian Lake offers dual enrollment with The University of Findlay

Written by Editorial
Tuesday, 24 March 2009 18:28
LEWISTOWN- Indian Lake High School in conjunction with The University of Findlay offers dual enrollment for two courses: Chemistry II and Calculus. Students who are enrolled in these Indian Lake High School courses have the option to earn college credit from the University of Findlay provided they meet the admission criteria established by the University. “I believe the dual enrollment courses have been very beneficial to our college-bound seniors,” stated Rich Glink, who has taught science classes for 32 years. “These courses have given our students exposure to college-level curriculums for the first time and will better prepare them for the rigors of university coursework.” Dual enrollment courses simultaneously count towards both high school credit and college credit. Dual enrollment is another way for Ohio students to take college courses while still attending high school. The program allows students to begin working on their college degree earlier in their academic careers. The classes at ILHS are taught during the normal school day and by high school teachers. Chemistry II is taught by Rich Glink, while Calculus is taught by Alexis Scheiderer. These dual credit courses use the same curriculum and textbooks as in campus classes. Students receive a college transcript from the University of Findlay upon course completion. To be eligible to enroll in dual-credit classes ILHS seniors must have a 3.23 grade point average and meet all prerequisites. While taking either of these courses for transferable college credit students are expected to earn a minimum as a “C” average or higher. Half of the cost of tuition will be paid by the student and the other half by Indian Lake High School.

Indian Lake State Park hosts the 24th annual Maple Syrup Festival

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Tuesday, 24 March 2009 18:29
LAKEVIEW- This weekend is the 24th annual Maple Syrup Festival at the Indian Lake State Park Campground. The Maple Syrup Festival is conducted by the Indian Lake State Park, in conjunction with the Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Indian Lake Development Corporation. The festival runs Saturday and Sunday with activities including sugar bush tours both days. Tours include a free hay wagon ride through the sugar bush with a stop at the sugar shack. The process of making maple syrup will be explained and demonstrated. Free samples will be given. There will also be a historical display of maple syrup production at the campground. The Madriver Dulcimer Society will entertain visitors both Saturday and Sunday. The Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce will be serving a pancake and sausage breakfast both days beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday’s breakfast ends at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. The breakfast is $4 for adults and $2 for children. Pints, quarts and gallons of real maple syrup will be available for sale both days from the Indian Lake Development Corporation.

Riverside parents, students asked to participate in letter writing campaign

Written by Joshua Keeran
Tuesday, 24 March 2009 15:41
DEGRAFF - Nearly 50 people were in attendance on March 19 as the Riverside Board of Education met to discuss the on-going budget cuts and to address issues stemming from cuts already made as well as what can be done at the state and local levels to help ease the financial struggles of the district. With regards to the district’s current financial situation combined with the fact the governor’s new funding plan calls for no increase in monies for Riverside next year and a cut in funding two years from now, Riverside parents Lori Meade and Laura Smith informed the board about a letter writing campaign they started recently. Meade said the ultimate goal is to flood Governor Ted Strickland’s office with signed letters that state the impact the budget cuts will have on small districts like Riverside and how those cuts affect the children directly. Meade stated a “group letter” has been prepared for residents and the goal is to get the letters into as many hands as possible so they can be signed and passed on to the governor. Meade mentioned the letters would be sent home with students and can be returned to the school or local businesses. As for the children, Meade said the goal is to visit every classroom and have the students write letters about how the cuts affect them personally. “Being able to deliver 2,500 letters to the governor is our goal,” said Meade, citing that all the materials for the letter writing campaign have been donated. To ensure that Gov. Strickland gets the letters, Meade said State Representative Dave Burke has offered to help set up a meeting in which the letters can be hand delivered directly to the governor’s desk. The board also heard from Riverside parent Shelly Newland concerning the BOE’s decision to cut junior varsity sports next school year. Newland questioned why the board chose to keep seventh- and eighth-grade sports instead of junior varsity sports. “High school sports should always come first because high school students need JV sports to start working on scholarships,” she said. “The school could set up intramural sports with volunteers for the seventh and eighth grade.” Elementary Principal Tim Walls responded by saying the school currently does not have an intramural program and the decision was made to cut junior varsity sports so that “everybody has the opportunity to try out for something” at all grade levels. “There is not a whole lot here for our middle schoolers to do as far as extra curriculars,” he added. “This way they have the opportunity to try out for a team.” “I just don’t understand the logic behind putting junior high sports over high school sports,” Newland added. BOE President DeeDee Harshbarger reiterated that making cuts was the last thing the board wanted to do, but that cuts had to be made due to a lack of funding. “We have got to make sure we are thinking through all the avenues possible,” she said. “The cuts we’ve made are based on both of the upcoming levies failing. If both levies pass, we can reinstate some of these things we’ve cut.” Harshbarger said the first things to come back would be transportation to sporting events, all junior varsity sports and part-time positions would return to being full-time positions.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 March 2009 16:04
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