In today’s difficult economy, everydollar counts in the budget of smallbusinesses andresidential households.Recognizing that energycosts have beenincreasing over the years,Springdale has initiated aplan that has thepotential to lower billsfor electric and naturalgas services. The plancalls for two issues thatwill be placed on theNovember ballot giving the City theright to negotiate for the lowest ratespossible from a variety of suppliers ofelectricity and natural gas.

In both the Summer 2010 andFall/Winter 2010 issues of the SpringdaleNewsletter, articles describing thesavings opportunity were presented.Both articles indicated that the Citywould place two initiatives on theupcoming November 8 ballot to createtwo separate aggregation programs (oneElectrical and one Natural Gas) that couldsave residents and small businesses ontheir energy bills. At the June 1meeting, City Council passed thenecessary legislation that placed the twoinitiatives on the November ballot.

Provided that the aggregation programsare approved by the voters, Springdalewill be authorized to seek the best dealson retail electric and natural gasservices. This process will permit theCity to enter into service agreements tofacilitate the sale and purchase ofelectricity and natural gas for the entirecommunity. This will effectively createan aggregate — a recognized group —comprised of all residential units andsmall business owners in the City ofSpringdale. The City has engaged theservices of a professional energy brokerto help comply with the regulations ofthe program and to market the group toalternative energy providers. The targetof these marketing efforts is wholesale

energy providers with the lowestpossible electric and natural gas rates.

Government aggregationprograms provide anopportunity for residentialand small business customerscollectively to participate inthe potential benefits ofelectricity and natural gasderegulation through lowerrates which they would nototherwise be able to haveindividually. The

aggregation will occur automatically foreach person owning, occupying,controlling or using an electric ornatural gas load in Springdale and willprovide the opportunity for any personto opt-out of the program if they choosenot to participate.

The first step in the process wasCouncil's passing of Ordinances 23-2011and 24-2011 directing the Board ofElections of Hamilton County to placethe following questions on theSpringdale ballot at the election onNovember 8, 2011:

Shall the City of Springdale have theauthority to aggregate the retail electricloads located in the City, and for thatpurpose, enter into service agreements tofacilitate for those loads the sale andpurchase of electricity, such aggregation tooccur automatically except where anyperson elects to opt-out?

¨YES ¨NO

Shall the City of Springdale have theauthority to aggregate the retail natural gasloads located in the City, and for thatpurpose, enter into service agreements tofacilitate for those loads the purchase andsale of natural gas, such aggregation tooccur automatically except where a personelects not to participate in the aggregationprogram, all in accordance with Section4929.26 of the Ohio Revised Code?

¨YES ¨NO

Upon the approval of a majority of thevoters, the City will develop a plan ofoperation and governance for theaggregation programs. Prior toadopting the plan, Council will holdtwo public hearings to discuss the plan.Before the first hearing, a notice of thehearings is required to be publishedonce a week for two consecutive weeksin a newspaper of general circulation inthe City. The notice shall summarizethe plan and state the date, time andlocation of each hearing.

By law, the City's plan must clearlyadvise and disclose to all affected thatthey will be enrolled automatically inthe Aggregation Program and willremain in the group, unless the personindicates that they do not wish to beenrolled in the program. The plan willdescribe the exact method andprocedures in which those residents canindicate their desire to not participate inthe program. These procedures shallalso allow any person enrolled in theAggregation Program the opportunityto opt-out of the program every threeyears, without paying a switching fee.Any person who opts out of theAggregation Program pursuant to thestated procedure will default to thestandard service offer (which is toreceive services directly from DukeEnergy) provided under division (a) ofSection 4928.14 or division (b) of Section4828.35, Ohio Revised Code, until theperson chooses an alternative supplier.Questions about the energy Aggregation Programs can beanswered by calling the Springdale Municipal Building at 346-5700.

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Public Works crews are gearing up forthe annual leaf collection programwhich begins when leaves start to pileup (typically during the second or thirdweek of October). Collection starts onthe west side of State Route 4 andalternates weekly.

Due to the overwhelming volume ofleaves, occasionally crews fall behindand cannot collect leaves for the entirehalf of the City in a given week. Whenthis occurs, crews will finish one side ofthe City before moving to the other side.The seasonal service ends November 30.Starting December 1, residents shouldbag their remaining leaves for curbsidepick-up with their household trash.

A December cutoff is needed in the

event of an early snow, which occurredlast year, greatly hampering leafcollection. (Some areas did not get leavespicked up until as late as February.)

Do not place leaves in the street sincethey could block storm water flow.Instead, leaves should be placed off the

curb, but not blocking sidewalks orcovering fire hydrants. They should befree of other debris, especially branchesand limbs. Branches and limbs cannotbe collected with the leaves. The City’s“Chipper” program collects branchesand limbs separately throughout theyear.

In order to comply with an OhioEnvironmental Protection Agencymandate, crews have begun a citywideinspection of storm sewers andwatercourses to determine if any areasare having abnormal discharges duringdry periods. The work is part of theNational Pollutant DischargeElimination System (NPDES) permitheld by the City of Springdale.

Inspections are limited to dry weatherperiods and include an evaluation of thegeneral condition of the outfall structureas well as a visual inspection of thewatercourse. Watercourses areinspected to identify various issues,including abnormal water levelsoccurring during dry weather periods.

Information gathered as a part of theseinspections will be used in the comingyears to further investigatewatercourses which contain possiblenon-storm water related activity.

The City has contracted with Evans,Mechwart, Hambleton and Tilton(EMH&T) to conduct the inspections.Employees of the contractor will carryidentification at all times whileconducting the inspections. Access toall rear yards and private propertywhich contain watercourses and outletstructures will be required. Inspectionswill continue through October, asweather permits. Contact theSpringdale Public Works Department at346-5520 for additional information.

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General Information.........................346-5700Mayor Doyle Webster

City Building .............................. 346-5705Home ...................................... 671-4489

Clerk of Council/Finance DirectorKathy McNear ............................... 671-2510

City AdministratorDerrick Parham ............................. 346-5700

Assistant City AdministratorJerry Thamann .............................. 346-5700

Building Department........................ 346-5730Finance Department ........................ 346-5700Police Department (non-emergency)....... 346-5760Fire Department (non-emergency).......... 346-5580Health Department .......................... 346-5725Public Works Department.................. 346-5520Property Maintenance& Zoning Hotline............................. 346-5734Recreation Department .....................346-3910Income Tax Department ....................346-5715Public InformationPhone Line ................................... 346-5757Internet Address .............. www.springdale.orge-mail address ............. admin@springdale.org

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Crews prepare for fall leaf pick-ups

Duke Energy will be installing the newdigital meters in the homes of City ofSpringdale residents between themonths of October and December. Themeters are intended to allow thecustomer to better monitor their energyuse and costs. Customers will be able toaccess their energy use in near-real timethrough their home computer, smartphone or other technology. Instead ofwaiting on their monthly bill, residentswill be able to monitor their previousday's usage and — if necessary —modify the way their family useselectricity.

Once the system is up and operating toits full capacity, Duke’s employees willno longer need to walk house to houseto read the meters, since they can beread remotely. During the initial yearof the program, however, Dukeemployees will continue to manuallyread the meters to ensure that theremote program is reading each systemaccurately.

Before crews arrive to install the newmeters, each resident should receive anotification postcard. If they are unableto access an old meter, crews will leavea door-hanger and attempt to call theresidence by telephone later. In someareas, Duke will hire contractors to helpinstall the units. These contractors willcarry identification that shows they areworking with Duke Energy.

Since some areas served byunderground utilities have pad-mounted transformers, vegetation nearthe transformer may have to beremoved to ensure appropriateclearance is available for work to beperformed safely.

To learn more about this program, visitwww.duke-energy.com/about-us/smart-grid-faq.asp for Frequently AskedQuestions. Specific questionsregarding this system should bedirected to Duke Energy at 1-800-544-6900 (tollfree).

Duke installing Smart-Grid

Inspections check watercourses

Each month, residents can attend aNeighborhood Watch meeting held atthe Springdale Police Department. Theget-togethers are far more than a lessonon crime prevention. They havebecome a social gathering whereneighbors get to know each other,which — in itself — fosters saferneighborhoods as more people jointogether to keep a collective andperpetual eye on suspicious activity.

The Neighborhood Watch groups haverecently taken a tour of the LebanonCorrectional Institute, a tour of theSpringdale Police and Fire Departmentsand have received training on theproper use of fire extinguishers.Upcoming events will include a tour ofthe Hamilton County CommunicationCenter, CPR and AED training, and a“toy night” where participants will take

a close look at thetools that thepolice officers usein the course oftheir job.

The SpringdalePoliceDepartment hostsfourNeighborhoodWatch meetingseach month at thePoliceDepartment.Each of four areasmeeting monthlyat 7 p.m.

Springdale Neighborhood Watch is aprogram to encourage citizens to beobservant and to call police when they

notice criminal orsuspicious activity.Neighborhoodwatch is anattitude; a firmbelief that theneighborhoodbelongs to thecitizens and not thecriminals,combined with awillingness to beobservant andreport suspiciousactivity.

Every Springdaleresident isencouraged to

participate in their respectiveNeighborhood Watch group. Stop bythe Police Department or call theCommunity Service Office at theSpringdale Police Department at 346-5760 to request an application to join agroup. Applications are also availableonline at the City’s website. Completedapplications can be mailed or deliveredto the Community Service Office at thePolice Department.

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Neighborhood Watch Program

It’s more than a citizens group... it’s an attitude

Officers from the Springdale PoliceDepartment and surroundingcommunities will participate in the 2ndannual Cop-on-Top building sit-in at theSpringdale Walgreens, at the intersectionof State Route 4 and NorthlandBoulevard. Last year’s inaugural eventraised more than $5,000 for SpecialOlympics. This year’s goal of $10,000 iseven more ambitious.

The Cop-on-Top fundraiser begins at 6a.m. on August 5, with an officerremaining on top of special scaffolding(safe weather permitting) for 35consecutive hours.

The Special Olympics has gained asignificant amount of respect for area

officers and their commitment to theprogram. Springdale Police Chief MikeMathis and Officer Joe Ture participatedin “Going over the Edge” in support ofSpecial Olympics on July 26. Over theEdge is an event that gives individuals theopportunity to rappel 23 stories off theCincinnati Hyatt Regency as anadventurous and daring event to raisemoney for Special Olympics.

In June, local officers participated in the25th Anniversary of the Ohio LawEnforcement Torch Run. Officers fromSpringdale joined with approximately2,000 officers on six different legs fromaround Ohio to carry the “Flame of Hope”through 150 communities statewide toColumbus to kick-off the summer games.

Residents with large quantities of oldtax, financial or other sensitivedocuments can securely and completelydestroy those records without charge atan August 13 shredding service at theCommunity Center. A mobileshredding unit will be on site from 9 to11 a.m. so that residents may safelydestroy their unwanted documents andrecords.

This is an opportunity to dispose oflarge quantities of documents withoutspending an entire day feeding themthrough a consumer shredder at home.All material will be shredded by anindustrial unit courtesy of Shred Safe,an industrial based shredding companyserving area businesses. In addition todocuments being shredded, theresulting paper will be recycled.

Join Us!Regularly Scheduled

Monthly MeetingsHeld at the Springdale MunicipalBuilding, 11700 Springfield Pike:

City Council1st & 3rd Wednesdays of

each month at 7 p.m.

Planning Commission2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Board of Health2nd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

(except June, July & August)

Board of Zoning Appeals3rd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Held at the Community Center:Recreation Commission

1st Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.(except June, July & August)

For more information about meetings and events, please call the

Municipal Building at 346-5700.

Shred sensitive docs free August 13

Cop-on-Top returns August 5-6Just one way local officers team up for Special Olympics

Neighborhood Watch GroupsMeetings are 7 pm at the Police Department

Springdale Park/Cameron Road/Glenview Area/Colony ApartmentsMeets on the first MondaySpringdale Terrace/Royal Oaks/Olde Gate/Baldwin Subdivision AreasMeets on the first Tuesday.Beacon Hill/Oxford Hill/Glensprings Drive/Springdale Lake Drive/Mallard Lakes/Crossings/Gable AreasMeets the second Tuesday.Heritage Hill Area/Willows ApartmentsMeets the third Thursday.

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Series to help cope with a chronic conditionResidents CAN learn to positivelymanage a disease to overcome thephysical and emotional problems

caused by chronic illness during aworkshop program called Healthy UChronicDisease Self-ManagementWorkshop.

A study byStanfordUniversityhas shownthat peoplewhoparticipatedin theprogram improved their healthfulbehaviors and their health status, anddecreased their days in the hospital.Evaluations completed by participantsshowed that they also enjoyed the sixweek long program.

The free workshop series will be offeredthrough the City of Springdale HealthDepartment beginning on Thursday,September 1. The series will continueweekly through October 6. Classesmeet from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at theSpringdale Community Center.Different topics are covered each week

so it is important to plan to attend eachweek. The workshop is tailored tothose with chronic illnesses, such asheart disease, arthritis, lung disease andother chronic diseases.

The program is free, but registration isrequired due to limited enrollmentspace. To register, call the SpringdaleHealth Department at 346-5725.

In the sweltering heat of the long hotsummer, the Springdale Garden Clubcan relax and look back at a busy year.The season began with its annual tea inMarch, which raised much of the fund-ing needed for the year’s work ahead.

One majorelement ofthe club’seffort was apartnershipwith theSpringdaleParks &RecreationDepartment;the PublicWorks Department and the SpringdaleElementary School for the Arbor Daycelebration at the end of April. A pro-gram was presented by the 1st, 2nd, and3rd grade classes, along with StudentCouncil members. During the event.The Garden Club handed out brochureson planting and caring for trees. Inaddition, the Club donated a SawToothed Oak Tree that was planted nearthe play ground. The Saw Toothed oak

tree is a hard wood tree and should lastwell over 50 years.

Later, Club members helped several ofthe students plant seeds and releasedbutterflies into the Butterfly Garden

The Club’sspring projectwas to clean upthe three flowerbeds in front ofthe CommunityCenter and toplant summerannuals.

The Club willhold a planning meeting on August 15,with its first fall meeting on September12. The September session will featureNaomi Ormes, a floral designer andjudge for the Ohio Association ofGarden Clubs, who will present a pro-gram on caring for and dividing hostas.

For information about the Garden Club,contact Joan Knox at 674-7755 or joanknox99@fuse.net.

Immunization ClinicsChildhood Immunizations: TheSpringdale Health Departmentprovides childhood immunizations onthe second, third and fourthWednesday mornings in August andon the first and third Wednesdaymornings monthly. Call 346-5725 formore information.Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Testing:Cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and glucosefinger-prick testing is offered by theSpringdale Health Department on thethird Thursday of each month from 8– 11 am. The cost is $15. Call 346-5725for an appointment.Blood Pressure Checks: Blood pressurescreening is offered at the SpringdaleCommunity Center on the thirdTuesday monthly from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m., or at the nurse’s office byappointment. Call 346-5725.

Busy year for Garden Club

Plan now to attend the SpringdaleFire Department’s 21st annualOpen House on October 1. Avariety of fun and educationalactivities will be offered for

children and adults. Food andbeverages will also be provided.

The Open House starts at 11 a.m.and runs until 3 p.m.

Flu vaccinesavailable duringannual clinicInfluenza (flu) immunizations will beoffered on Tuesday, October 18, from 12until 3 p.m. at the SpringdaleCommunity Center. During the annualSpringdale Health Department FluImmunization Event, seniors withprimary health coverage throughMedicare B or with MedicareSupplements through United HealthCare, Humana, Anthem or Aetna canreceive a flu shot with no out-of-pocketexpense, thanks to a partnership withMapleknoll Home Health. Fluvaccination to other adults will beoffered for $20 and to children for free.

Call 346-5725 to make an appointment.The event is held during the Businessand Community Expo & Chili Cookoff(see page 7), so plan your time to enjoyboth events.

Flu vaccinations will continue to beoffered through the Health Departmentafter this event at the charge of $20 foradults and free for children.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVALSaturday, October 29 1:00-3:00 pmGames and activities forkids age 2 through fourthgrade! Adults are welcometo join in the fun with theirown costume contest! Freetickets are availablebeginning Friday, October 2at the SpringdaleCommunity Center. Participation is limited to thefirst 200 sign-ups.

TURKEY SHOOTSaturday, November 19 1:00 – 3:00 pmJoin the Springdale teen group for their Annual

Turkey Shoot. This free-throw competition is open tothe public. Come out andshoot some hoops for thechance to win a turkey! Costto enter is two non-perish-able food items that will bedonated to needy families.

Winners will be awarded in male and female cat-egories divided from ages 5 and under to adultsand seniors.

TREE LIGHTING CEREMONYSunday, November 27 7:30 pmThe tree at the Municipal Building will be illumi-nated, officially beginning the holiday season inSpringdale. The public is invited to this freeevent.

ELECTRIC/BASS GUITAR LESSONSAdults – Tues & Thurs. 6:30-7:30 pmYouth – Tuesday 4:00-5:00 pmThis popular program is open to students’ ages10 through adults. Students provide their ownguitar, small amplifier and headphones. Cost is$96 for the 8-week session and is required whenregistering. Class size is limited to 12 students.Call instructor Ed Riley at 671-1760 for moreinformation.

AMERICAN RED CROSSBABYSITTINGAugust 11 & 12Designed to teach youth ages 11 and older theresponsibilities of babysitting. Students learnaccident prevention, diapering, feeding, andemergency first aid as well as how to choose ageappropriate games and toys, and how to preparefor a job as a babysitter. Call the Red Cross at792-4000 to reserve your spot.

JUNIOR OLYMPICSSaturday, September 10 • 10:00 - 11:30amThis free event consists ofeight (8) competitive eventsfor children ages 12 andyounger. Events includebasketball shoot-out, cupstacking, scooter races,soccer kick, and more!Awards will be presented atnoon for the winning boys andgirls in each age group. Call Parks & Recreationat 346-3910 if you'd like to volunteer!

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION, CALL THE SPRINGDALE COMMUNITY CENTER AT 346-3910, OR EMAIL GOPLAY@SPRINGDALE.ORG. WWW.SPRINGDALE.ORG/GOPLAY

CommunityCenter

2011 MembershipsALL REGISTERED RESIDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO JOIN THE COMMUNITY CENTER.

DAILY HOURS OF OPERATIONMONDAY - FRIDAY ................ 9 AM - 8 PMFITNESS CENTER & INDOOR TRACK OPEN AT 6 AM

SATURDAY .......................... 9 AM - 5 PM

SUNDAY ................................. CLOSED

HOLIDAY SCHEDULELABOR DAY................................. CLOSEDMONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

THANKSGIVING ............................ CLOSEDTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24

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Parks & Recreation bringsthe community together!Parks and Recreation is so much more

than playgrounds, fields, and a

Community Center. We introduce kids to

youth sports in a fun, safe environment.

We encourage seniors to build friend-

ships through activities. We help you

achieve your fitness goals and maintain a

healthy lifestyle. We provide well-main-

tained places to picnic and play. We pro-

vide family programs you will remember

for a lifetime. So, stop by often and try

something new - there's always some-

thing going on!

SPECIAL EVENTS & SEASONAL PROGRAMS

Saturday, August 13, 12:00pmPool Gate opens at 11:45amSpring and Dale are back swimming inthe waters of the Community Centerpool! Who will catch Spring and Dalethis year? Remember, no nets,buckets or help from Mom and Dad. Allfish must be caught by children under12 years of age, with their bare hands.Regular guest fees apply.

Clean out the garage, attic and basement while earning some cash duringthis year’s Neighborhood Yard Sales. The best part of all the sale is right atYOUR house.

The City of Springdale will widely publicize the community-wide event withsuggested hours from 9 am to 2 pm.

Take advantage of the extra traffic of buyers who will cruise Springdalelooking for your bargains! (Note that this event replaces the annual programformerly held at the Community Center.)

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

CARDIO KICKBOXINGTuesday & Thursday from 5:45 pm - 6:45 pmSaturday from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.Call instructor Elaine McKay for more informationat 825-7443. Fee: $35/4-weeks, $65/8 weeks,$5/class for walk-ins.

CHAIR VOLLEYBALLMonday • 10:00 - 11:30 amWednesday • 12:00 - 1:30 pmEveryone is welcome to join us for this funactivity! There are a wide variety of benefits forparticipants, including improved cardiovascularfitness, increased flexibility, and the opportunity tomeet new friends! Players’ ages range from the50s to 90s and all activity levels can participate.

GET UP AND GO BOOTCAMPMonday from 5:30 - 6:15 pmClasses begin September 12We want YOU… to lose weight, tone up and

have fun! Are youbored with yourworkout or looking fora new challenge?Then it’s time to joinBoot Camp! We’lltrain anyone at anylevel from beginner toexpert exerciser.Soon you’ll be re-

enlisting when you’re burning up to 450 caloriesper class. Best of all it’s FREE! Just bring atowel or mat and water bottle – crew cut is notrequired.

JAZZERCISE/BODY SCULPTINGMonday & Wednesday • 5:45 - 6:45 pmTuesday, Thursday & Saturday • 9:30 - 10:30 amYour first class is free. Call instructor ElaineSmith at 575-1620 for class costs or moreinformation.

L.I.F.E.Tuesday & Thursday • 11:00 am - 12:00 pmThis FREE class will focus on improving yourstrength to help you safely perform the activitiesof daily living with improved balance and stability.Whether lifting a bag of groceries or standing upfrom a chair, every task depends on functionalstrength for successful execution.

R&B DANCEWednesday • 6:50 - 7:50 pmFriday • 12:45 - 2 pmAny level of dancer is welcome to come learn theropes or work on your waltz. This is not justanother dance class. You will make friends, burnsome calories and have a great time. Taught byAnnette Knoll, with many years of experience,you will learn everything from the ClevelandShuffle and Southern Shuffle to the Booty Calland The Michael Jackson.

LET’S GET FITMonday & Wednesday • 10:30-11:30 amThere are many benefits associated with thisFREE class including working major musclegroups to increase strength and flexibility,improving strength for daily living, reducing therisk of falls, reduces stress, enhances muscle andendurance. The class follows a video “ResistingMuscle Loss” offered by the Hamilton CountyGeneral Health District.

LINE DANCING WITH THE HELTSMonday • 1:00-2:00 pmThis class is a great way to exercise and havefun at the same time! If you can stand, walk,move from left to right and enjoy a variety ofmusic, this class is perfect for you! Wearcomfortable soft soled shoes and enjoy learninghow to line dance! Call 346-3910 to sign up.Fee: $4 per class.

SLIMNASTICSMonday, Wednesday & Friday • 9:15-10:15 amSlimnastics is a FREE fitness class for women.

YOGASTRETCHWednesdays (August 3-31) • 1:30 pmThis FREE class is the result of partnerships with PersonalTouch Home Health Services and Wellspring at Evergreen.The Springdale Parks and RecreationDepartment is excited to introduce a new exerciseclass to the Springdale Community Center.YogaStretch is a total body stretching class whichincludes all the major and minor muscle groups,designed to improve overall flexibility andbalance. You can expect gentle stretching toenhance a greater range of movement. Eachparticipant works at his or her own rate and youcan sit or stand during all of the exercises (no matwork on the floor). Please call 346-3910 toregister for this free class.

ZUMBATuesday & Thursday • 6:50-7:50 pmZumba combines high energy and motivatingmusic with unique moves and combinations. It’sbased on the theory that a workout should be funand easy to do, allowing participants to stick withthe program and achieve long-term healthbenefits.

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JUST FOR YOUTH

CLUB REC DIVE-IN MOVIEFriday, August 5 8:30-10:30 pmBring your raft and enjoy an eveningin the pool watching a movie!Hotdogs, popcorn and drinks will beprovided. Event is free and open toSpringdale youth in 5th - 8th gradeand 1 guest. Members must bringtheir Community Center ID andguests must bring a photo ID. MovieTBD

CLUB REC CREEK WALKSaturday, August 20Mark your calendars and join otherClub Rec members in cleaning upour creeks. More information comingsoon. Club Rec is open toSpringdale youth in grades 5-8, con-tact the Springdale Parks andRecreation Department to join.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS

YOUTH WINTERSPORTS SIGN-UPS

SCC Members may register beginning September 1Participants must possess a current membership atthe time of sign-ups. Registration will be accepted

until teams are full. Beginning October 1, placementon teams cannot be guaranteed. Additionally, late

registration may be subject to additional charges forspecial order uniforms. (Non-resident fee is anadditional $25 per child if space is available.)

BASKETBALLParticipate in the Northern Recreational BasketballLeague to learn skills, meet new friends and – mostimportantly – have fun! Children must be enrolled inschool and be at least 5 years old as of July 31.Instructional Basketball is $20 ($35 beginningOctober 1). League Basketball is $40 ($55beginning October 1).

CHEERLEADINGChildren will learn the basics of cheerleading anddisplay their talents at the youth basketball games inSpringdale. Cost is $20 ($35 beginning October 1).

VOLLEYBALL9-11 Year Olds: Learn the basic fundamentalsof volleyball in a fun environment! The co-edleague emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship,skill development, fun and participation. Open toyouth 9-11 as of September 30. Cost is $20($35 beginning October 1).

12-15 Year Olds: This co-ed league is forteens to enhance their skills while emphasizingteamwork, sportsmanship, skill development, funand participation. Open to youth 12-15 as ofSeptember 30. Cost is $20 ($35 beginningOctober 1).

BIBLE STICKS WITH RON VANCEThursday • August 25 • 1:30 pmCome to the Springdale Community Centerand experience the beautiful craftsmanship ofthese wood carvings. In 1988, Ron Vancecarved a walking stick for the simple enjoy-ment of it. This has led him to carving over adozen sticks with Bible stories and teachingsand a ministry in sharing his art work.

Don’t miss the unique opportunity to see theseworks of art up close and Ron’s presentationabout each carving. Please call 346-3910 toreserve your seat for this FREE presentation.

OVERNIGHT TRAVELDISCOVER LAKE GENEVAAugust 15-18Lake Geneva is a beautiful lake resort that isvisited by many Chicago millionaires; this isyour opportunity to play with the rich andfamous! Enjoy a ride on the U.S. Mail Boatand plenty of free time to do as you would like– shopping, walking the lake, or visiting theGeneva Lake Museum of History. Enjoy awine tasting at a local vineyard and dinner atMillie’s Restaurant. Next visit Spring Green,home of the House on the Rock and Taliesin.Tour both of these beautiful homes and learntheir unique histories. You may register forthis trip by calling Joy Tour & Travel at 777-8221.

CAPE CODSeptember 7-13Join us on a lovely late summer trip to CapeCod. It’s just the perfect time to visit as thepeak tourist season is over and the weather isstill warm and comfortable. We’ll visit MysticSeaport where you can see and tour authenticTallmast clipper ships from the mid-1800’s. InPlymouth, MA we’ll view Plymouth Rock,

board the Mayflower II and tour PlymouthPlantation. Then spend 3 nights in Hyannis,the heart of Cape Cod. Take a beautiful cruiseto Martha’s Vineyard and tour the island with alocal guide. Go whale watching and sightseealong route 6A, one of the most scenic drivesin the nation! You may register for this trip bycalling Joe Ramos of Provident Travel.

WHEN COAL WAS KINGOctober 17-18The hills of Guernsey County in Ohio are richin coal history. You will ride the rails, eat aHobo lunch and dinner, tour an actual compa-ny store, visit a coal baron home built in 1905and the Miner’s Memorial Park. The final stopis to the Wilds-one of the largest and mostinnovative wildlife conservation centers in theworld. You may register for this trip by callingJoy Tour & Travel at 777-8221.

DAYTRIPSKITCHENAID, BICYCLE & NEIL ARMSTRONG MUSEUMSWednesday, August 17Take a short drive north to Greenville, OH andvisit the home of the famous KitchenAid Museumand factory. After the tour enjoy lunch on yourown at the Montage Café in quaint downtownGreenville. After lunch you are off to NewBremen to visit the Bicycle Museum and then onto our final stop at the Neil Armstrong Museum.Reservations can be made at the front desk withchecks made payable to Springdale SeniorCitizens Club.

A COVERED BRIDGE DAYWednesday, September 28Putnam County, Indiana, is known as CoveredBridge Country. Spend time enjoying the beautyof Lieber State Park, home of Indiana’s largest

waterfall, Cataract Falls. Enjoy an elegantgourmet lunch on the Cataract Falls CoveredBridge complete with linen tablecloths, china andflowers. Then shop at the General Store andvisit Hilltop Orchids where thousands of orchidsare in stock with over 500 always in bloom.Register for this very popular trip by calling JoyTour & Travel at 777-8221.

WHITEWATER TRAIN ANDMETAMORA CANAL DAYSFriday, October 7We will take a short drive to Connersville to enjoythe fall train ride to Metamora. After the train youwill enjoy two hours of the first day of CanalDays. Enjoy shopping or lunch (on your own) andthen board the train for the return ride toConnersville. Deadline to register is September7. Reservations can be made at the front deskwith checks made payable to Springdale SeniorCitizens Club.

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ADULT ACTIVITIES

The expo is open to all businesses aswell as the public. It’s a great opportu-nity to showcase your company andsupport the city! Don’t miss this per-fect opportunity to network with otherlocal businesses, as well as get your

name out in the community.

Expo is a free public event, completewith door prizes and free chili sam-ples. The SPCA will be on hand withpets available for adoption.

In honor of those who havedefended freedom, many

paying the supreme sacrifice,Springdale will present a

special ceremony incommemoration of Veteran’s

Day. Last year’s tributeincluded a performance of Taps

by bugler Larry Dupree,musical performances by

David Dendler and theSpringdale Elementary 4th

Grade Chorale, and an addressby Mayor Doyle Webster.

Parking is available at theMunicipal Complex.

Groups interested inparticipating in this year’s

tribute should contact Jackie O’Connell at

joconnell@springdale.org.

If your business is interested in having a booth or in donating door prizes,contact Julie Matheny at 513-346-5712 or julie@springdalechamber.org.

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Mammogram Van here August 30The American Cancer Societyrecommends that women have a

mammogram everyyear starting at age40. Those under age40 with a history ofbreast canceraffecting a mother,sister or daughter,should talk with adoctor aboutbeginningscreenings at anearlier age. As a

convenience to residents, the JewishHospital Mobile Mammography Vanwill visit the Springdale CommunityCenter on Tuesday, August 30, from8:30 a.m. to noon. To arrange for anappointment, call 686-3300. Aminimum of 15 participants is needed.Insurance will be directly billed(Mammography is usually covered, but tobe safe, check that Jewish Hospital is a panelprovider with your insurance provider).

Financial assistance may be available bycalling 686-3306.

About those garbage cans...In most cases, garbage cans are not allthat attractive. While they are highlyuseful containers, they cannot be storedin plain sight. Springdale PropertyMaintenance Code limits where garbagecans may be stored.

Except when placed at thecurb for pick-up, they mustbe stored in side or rearyards. When placed in theside yard, they must bescreened from view fromthe street by a fence, wallor landscaping. When

placed at the curb for pick up,containers, bags and/or waste may notbe placed earlier than 6:00 p.m. on theday preceding pick-up. They must beremoved from the curb no later than6:00 a.m. on the day following pick up.

Area eateries win 6-Star statusEvery restaurant in Springdale is held tohigh standards through regularinspections by the Springdale HealthDepartment. Some, however, havegone above and beyond standards byapplying for special recognition anddemonstrating achievement in meetingcriteria for a 6 Star Honor Award. Inaddition to other standards, applicantsmust not have needed any follow-upinspections nor received any smoke freeviolations for their license year. Theymust also demonstrate thatmanagement personnel havesuccessfully completed food safetytraining. Those receiving 6 Star HonorAward status for 2011 are:n Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwichesn Maple Knoll — Beecher Placen Maple Knoll — Manor Housen Ponderosa Steakhousen Chick-fil-An Red Squirrel Restaurantn Windows on the Green Restaurant

City of Springdale11700 Springfield PikeSpringdale, Ohio 45246

MayorDoyle H. Webster

Office .............................346-5705Home ..............................671-4489

At-Large Council MembersSteve Galster.......................825-6879James Squires .....................671-6297Bob Diehl ...........................851-6560

Districts Council Members1 Lawrence Hawkins III .........742-42952 Holly McQuillan-Emerson ....742-24183 Marjorie Harlow................671-69164 Tom Vanover ...................671-7034

Clerk of Council/Finance DirectorKathy McNear......................671-2510

City AdministratorDerrick Parham ....................346-5700

Assistant City AdministratorJerry Thamann .....................346-5700

email ......................admin@springdale.org

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