Rec Sports Member Update - Friday, October 28, 2011

Friday, October 28, 2011

1.      Rec Sports Halloween Events

2.      Battle Against Hunger

3.      Second-Half Quarter Group Fitness Passes Available

4.      Homecoming Parade Traffic Alert

5.      Registration for Winter Community Programs Starts November 21

6.     Jesse Owens South to Close December 12 – 16

7.      ARC Cleaning Initiative May Affect Equipment Use

8.     Introduction to Kettlebells Clinic

9.     Get Certified to Become a Personal Trainer

10.  Football Saturday Hours for Adventure Recreation Center, Outdoor Adventure Center

11.  Book Your Holiday Celebration at the Ohio Union

 

 

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Rec Sports Halloween Events
Rec Sports is hosting two Halloween events this year! On Sunday, October 30, between 3 and 5 p.m., bring the family for a FREE Family Halloween Program in the RPAC Meeting Rooms 1 and 2.  Families can enjoy various Halloween crafts, pumpkin decorating, and a costume contest at 4:30 p.m. for the children. Prizes will be awarded! 

 

On Monday, October 31, Rec Sports will host a variety of Halloween activities including a “Thriller” dance lesson; costume contest; fun run; activities and snacks; and “Jaws” movie showing in the pool. Stay tuned to http://recsports.osu.edu for details!

 

Battle Against Hunger
Every year, the Ohio State community participates in Battle Against Hunger, a food drive competition between Ohio State and Michigan. The goal of this competition is to collect more pounds of nonperishable items to donate to local food banks than Michigan.  The Battle Against Hunger takes place this year November 1 - 22.    Drop boxes will be available in the RPAC lobby.

 

Second-Half Quarter Group Fitness Passes Available

First half-quarter class passes expire on Friday, October 28. Make sure to purchase your second-half quarter group fitness pass now! Second-half passes begin on Sunday, October 30, and are available for purchase at the Welcome Center for $30.

 

Homecoming Parade Traffic Alert

In support of the Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 28, several roads, including portions of Cannon Drive, Woodruff Avenue, High Street, and 12th Avenue, will be closed beginning at 5:30 p.m.  Because of the road closures, CABS Service (with the exception of the Med Center Express and Handivan) will be suspended from approximately 5:30-7:30 p.m. Roads will reopen once the parade has finished. Anticipate significant traffic delays in the area during this time. 

 

Registration for Winter Community Programs Starts November 21

Community Programs’ registration will open on Monday, November 21.  The new Let’s Play Sports program offers basketball, soccer, aikido, gymnastics, tennis, yoga, and much more to all kids aged 3-14.  Check out http://www.recsports.osu.edu/community-programs/youth-family-programs/lets-play-sports for more information or go to http://www.recsports.osu.edu/community-programs to learn about birthday parties, Learn-to-Swim, camp, adapted recreation, adult instructional programming, and more!

 

Jesse Owens South to Close December 12 – 16

A new state of the art fitness floor will be installed at Jesse Owens South (JOS) over the holiday break. To facilitate this installation, JOS will be closed December 12 - 16.  Any questions regarding the fitness floor or building hours can be directed to Jason Percival at percival.8@osu.edu.

 

ARC Cleaning Initiative May Affect Equipment Use

Modeled after a recent program initiated at RPAC, the ARC has begun a weekly cleaning initiative that will take place Wednesday mornings.  Each week a different area of the fitness floor, the carpet, and mats under cardio equipment will be cleaned thoroughly, as well as the equipment itself.  We apologize in advance for the short-term unavailability of the areas, but hope you find the results worthy of the time.

 

Introduction to Kettlebells Clinic
Learn how to incorporate kettlebells into your routine at free introductory clinics! Participants will learn about the history and mechanics, as well as proper techniques and exercises. Clinics will be held in the RPAC Room B20 on Monday, October 31 from 4:15 - 5:30 p.m., and Thursday, November 17, from 3:45 - 5 p.m.

 

Get Certified to Become a Personal Trainer
Help people reach their fitness goals by becoming a personal trainer! The Department of Recreational Sports and the World Instructor Training Schools offer personal training certification here on campus. The nine-week, hands on program takes place on Saturdays from January 7 - March 3, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the RPAC. Registration opens November 7. For more information, visit http://recsports.osu.edu/fitness-wellness/personal-training/become-a-trainer

 

Football Saturday Hours for Adventure Recreation Center, Outdoor Adventure Center

The Adventure Recreation Center (ARC) and Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) will alter their operating hours on home football game days. The home football hours for these buildings are:
Noon Kick-Off:  5 – 10 p.m.

3:30 p.m. Kick-Off: 8 a.m. – noon
8 p.m. Kick-Off:  8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

Book Your Holiday Celebration at the Ohio Union
The holiday season is quickly approaching and the Ohio Union wants to help you celebrate! Let the Ohio Union plan your end-of-the-year holiday party that will make your event extraordinary. The Union offers 318,000 square feet of flexible space, perfect for any size events. The Ohio Union Culinary and Event Team can assist in every step of the planning process to make your holiday celebration festive. Visit http://ohiounion.osu.edu  for information.

 

*************** IMPORTANT CONTACTS ****************

RPAC Welcome Center – 292-7671

ARC Front Desk – 247-8686

Comments to the Director – Don Stenta, stenta.1@osu.edu, 688-4738

Adapted Recreational Sports – Lindsay Bond, bond.217@osu.edu,688-3693

Adventure Recreation Center & Jesse Owens Centers – Diane Jensen, jensen.8@osu.edu, 688-3988

Aquatic Center – Kurt Carmen, Carmen.7@osu.edu, 688-3587

Community Programs – Marci Hasty, hasty.11@osu.edu, 292-5328

Facility/Meeting Room Scheduling - Andrea Hall, hall.794@osu.edu, 292-6481

Group Fitness Classes and Massage – Scott Holmes, holmes.508@osu.edu, 292-8755

Intramural Sports - Ken Hill, hill.521@osu.edu, 292-5292

Lockers, Sport Shop, and Welcome Center Operations - Rob Jech, jech.2@osu.edu, 688-8788

Marketing - Emily Howard, howard.778@osu.edu, 688-4185

Membership - Kris Myers, myers.785@osu.edu, 688-8461

Ohio State Swim Club – Kyle Goodrich, goodrich.89@osu.edu, 292-1303

Outdoor Adventure Center - Steve Hawkins, hawkins.264@osu.edu, 247-8063

Personal Training - John Katsares, katsares.1@osu.edu, 292-5153

Racquetball and Squash Reservations - 292-8590

Recreational Sports Learning – Brendan Greisberger, greisberger.5@osu.edu, 688-3297

RPAC Operations – Dave DeAngelo, deangelo.1@osu.edu, 247-6009

Special Assistant to the Director – Marci Shumaker, shumaker.98@osu.edu, 688-3983

Sponsorship – Kristin Smith, smith.1424@osu.edu, 688-4619

Sport Clubs – Charles Anderson, anderson.1859@osu.edu, 688-3879

Web Site – Katie Thomas, thomas.2407@osu.edu, 292-5287

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Media Alert - Safety Committee Holds Two Public Hearings

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA ALERT For Immediate Release:  October 26, 2011 For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

Safety Committee Holds Two Public Hearings

(Columbus)--Columbus City Councilmember Michelle M. Mills, chair of the Public Safety and Judiciary Committee, will hold two public hearings next week.  The first will be held Tuesday, November 1 and discuss a proposal to strengthen enforcement of traffic laws to prevent trucks carrying hazardous materials from traveling through downtown Columbus.   The proposal will give police greater enforcement capabilities and increase the fines for drivers who are disobeying traffic laws and put the public at risk.

The second, to be held Thursday, November 3 will discuss a fuel quality testing program for Columbus.   Last May, Councilmember Mills instructed the Public Safety Department to research the possible implementation of a fuel testing program.  The goal if the program is to protect consumers by making sure that they are getting the correct quality of a fuel when they make a purchase.  Columbus already tests for fuel quantity.  

Both meetings will be held at 5 pm and will be broadcast live on CTV, Columbus government channel 3 on local cable providers.   Public comment will be accepted at both meetings per rules of Council. 

 

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Rec Sports Community Programs Halloween Celebration at RPAC on Sunday, October 30

 

 

 

{SPAM} Meeting Highlights 10-24-11

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS   For Immediate Release: October 24, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

MILLS HELPING PROVIDE NEW AERIAL LADDER TRUCKS: Columbus Firefighters respond to over 100,000 calls for emergency assistance each year.  In the ongoing effort to ensure the Division of Fire has the updated equipment they need to respond to these calls, Public Safety Committee Chair Michelle M. Mills is sponsoring ordinance 1606-2011 to authorize the expenditure of $2,905,106 from the Department of Public Safety’s Governmental Build America Bonds fund to purchase three new, custom built heavy duty aerial tiller ladders from Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. to replace existing ladders that are beyond their useful life and have high maintenance costs. 

 

PROTECTING NEIGHBORHOODS FROM ADULT GAMING PARLORS: The City of Columbus has experienced a proliferation of Adult Gaming Parlors that utilize computer terminals or stand alone machines also referred to as "sweepstakes terminal devices." These devices allow a participant to play a game in return for a prize or item of value.  Currently, there is no state regulation or oversight of these types of businesses, allowing them to exploit a glaring loophole in state gambling laws. Development Committee Chair Zachary M. Klein is sponsoring ordinance 1761-2011 to impose a moratorium of 180 days on the processing or approval of any application for a certificate of zoning clearance, building occupancy permit, or any other permit or approval required under the Zoning or Building Code, for any premises or building in which, any Adult Gaming Parlor and sweepstakes terminal device is or proposed to be located.  The moratorium will give state leaders and the courts the time to better define the laws and license requirements of this portion of the gaming industry.

 

PURCHASING NATURAL GAS REFUSE TRUCKS TO REDUCE EMISSIONS: In 2008, the city of Columbus received a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) grant to purchase compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles to help reduce emissions from heavy-duty diesel vehicles.  Public Service Committee Chair Eileen Y. Paley is sponsoring ordinance 1553-2011 to authorize the expenditure of $445, 194 for the purchase of three CNG single axle dump trucks for the Public Utilities Department, Divisions of Power and Water and Sewers and Drains.  The new dump trucks will replace older units that are beyond their useful life.  CNG vehicles produce significantly lower amounts of harmful emissions such as nitrogen oxides, particulate matter and toxic and carcinogenic pollutants.  Natural gas is readily available, clean-burning and costs less than gasoline or diesel fuel. The city will save 46% in fuel costs while operating the new vehicles.   

 

SUPPORTING LOCAL FOODS: the City of Columbus remains committed to promoting healthy eating and active living as part of its comprehensive plan to tackle the obesity epidemic and other chronic diseases.  Councilmember Hearcel F. Craig is sponsoring resolution 0281X-2011 to declare October 24, 2011 as “Local Food Day” in the city of Columbus.  Residents are encouraged to change the way they think about food and eat healthy food grown by local family farmers, gardeners, civic agriculturists, restaurants, chefs, farmers’ markets, grocers, and consumers to help create sustainability and improve the health of the Columbus community and economy. 

 

MAKING GOVERNMENT MORE EFFICIENT:  The City of Columbus' current custom-developed payroll/personnel system was implemented in the 1980s and is outdated and inefficient for the city’s daily operations.  A new human resources information system with updated technology and new programming options is needed.  Administration Committee Chair A. Troy Miller is sponsoring ordinance 1631-2011 to authorize the expenditure of $600,000 from the Department of Technology, Information Services Division, Capital Improvement Bond and the Build America Bond Fund for a contract modification for the Columbus Human Resources Information System (CHRIS) project. When completed, the new system will improve the efficiency of daily operations such as employee selection, payroll, compensation management, benefits administration, occupational safety, and training. 

NORTHEAST CORRIDOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS: Councilmember Priscilla R. Tyson, chair of the Finance Committee is sponsoring ordinance 1689-2011 to authorize the issuance of limited tax notes in the amount of $2.1 million for the Preserve District project improvements for residential development in northeast Columbus. The Preserve District is located east of Hamilton Road, north of Morse Road and follows the Columbus city limits east to the village of New Albany. Infrastructure improvements will include the widening of Thompson Road east of Hamilton Road to the bridge over Rocky Fork Creek and bridge replacement and the widening of Morse Road from Hamilton Road to the U.S. 62/Morse Road Roundabout and roundabout enhancements. 

 

CELEBRATING THE COLUMBUS CLIPPERS:  Since its establishment in 1977, the Columbus Clippers franchise has been a treasured member of our community.  Council President Andrew J. Ginther is sponsoring resolution 0300X-2011 to honor and recognize the team for their 2011 International League Governors’ Cup Championship and Triple-A National Championship.  The Clippers became the second team to claim back-to-back titles in the six-year history of the Triple-A National Championship.  General Manager Ken Schnacke will be in attendance to accept the resolution.    

 

 

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Media Release - Councilmember Craig Supports Veteran-Owned Businesses

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE   For Immediate Release: October 18, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

 

Councilmember Craig Supports Veteran-Owned Businesses

 

(Columbus)--It has been a little more than a month since announcing the creation of the Veterans Affairs Committee for Columbus City Council and already the chair of the committee, Councilmember Hearcel F. Craig, is proposing a significant change to the Columbus City Code that will assist veteran-owned businesses compete for city contracts.  Craig, a Vietnam era U.S. Army veteran himself, says the legislation will add veteran-owned businesses to those enterprises certified and tracked by the Equal Business Opportunity Commission Office (EBOCO). 

 

The change, announced at the annual Veteran’s Stand Down event held at Veteran’s Memorial, will allow those businesses to better compete for city contracts in the same manner as minority or female owned businesses currently participate in the bid process.   The change also provides veteran-owned businesses with bid counseling and start-up assistance from EBOCO.

 

“By increasing our services for veteran-owned businesses, the City of Columbus once again is demonstrating its commitment to helping those who protected the very freedoms we enjoy as Americans,” said Craig.   “This is a business friendly initiative that will help position these firms to expand their opportunities to do work for the city.”

 

Craig has also committed to exploring the feasibility of awarding credits against cost for bids submitted by certified veteran-owned businesses.  This policy would mirror existing credits for local workforce and local businesses.

 

Columbus City Council recently passed ordinance 1325-2011, legislation that extends for another year military leave with pay to City employees currently serving on active duty, including the health and life insurance benefits for their family members.  City Council also supports the Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Committee and takes part in numerous activities thought the year supporting our servicemen and women.

 

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Meeting Highlights 10-17-11

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS   For Immediate Release: October 17, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

HELPING FUND THE HONEYSUCKLE REMOVAL PROGRAM:  Although many people consider Honeysuckle an attractive plant, it can often be invasive and uncontrollable and has become a threat to city parks’ native plant species. Honeysuckle grows quickly, and tends to block sunlight from lower, native plants. Even after its stems are cut, roots can develop and regrow.  Recreation & Parks Committee Chair Zachary M. Klein is sponsoring resolution 0259X-2011 to support the Recreation and Parks Department grant application to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation – Pulling it Together: Managing Invasive Species 2011 Grant.  The grant application is for $75,000 to be used for the Recreation and Parks Honeysuckle Removal Program.  The funds will be used to purchase equipment and materials to assist volunteers in removing honeysuckle correctly in the riparian corridor of four watersheds in Columbus’ city parks.  The correct removal of honeysuckle will help ensure our ecosystem returns to its natural, balanced state.

 

MILLER ATTENDING NEIGHBORHOOD BEST PRACTICES CONFERENCE:  Councilmember A. Troy Miller will join community leaders, neighborhood organizations and volunteers for the 2^nd Annual Neighborhood Best Practices Conference on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Downtown High School (23 N. Fourth Street).  The event is designed to promote and strengthen communication and collaboration between neighborhood groups, community partners and local government.  The conference will also provide an opportunity community leaders and participants to share ideas for creatively solving challenges, developing collaborations and encouraging neighbors to get involved in beautification/revitalization efforts, developing safe neighborhoods, and creating youth/faith based leadership. 

 

SUPPORTING THE BAN OF DANGEROUS CHEMICALS:  Synthetic stimulants, often marketed as “bath salts” have become increasingly popular among teens and young adults.  These “bath salts” can be found in many retail products and are often ingested by sniffing and snorting, taken orally, smoked or put into a solution and injected into veins.  City Councilmember Michelle M. Mills will be introducing resolution 0289X-2011 to express support for the United States Congress to permanently ban mephedrone, methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV), and methylone, all key ingredients in “bath salts”.  The chemicals act as a stimulant to central nervous system and can cause rapid heart rate (leading to heart attacks and strokes), chest pains, nosebleeds, sweating, nausea and vomiting.  As of August 31st of this year, the American Association of Poison Control Centers have received 4,720 calls about exposure to “bath salts” compared to 303 calls in 2010.

 

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES:  The Columbus Health Department, through grant funds from the Ohio Department of Health, operates the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program.  WIC provides various healthcare programs to income-eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women, women who recently had a baby, infants and children up to five years of age who are at health risk due to inadequate nutrition.  Councilmember Hearcel F. Craig, chair of the Health, Housing and Human Services Committee, is sponsoring ordinance 1587-2011, which authorizes the city to accept a $6.6 million grant for the 2011 -2012 WIC Program.  The program provides nutrition education, breastfeeding education and support; supplemental, highly nutritious foods such as cereal, eggs, milk, whole grain foods, fruits and vegetables, and iron-fortified infant formula; referral to prenatal and pediatric health care and other maternal and child health and human service programs.   

 

KEEPING THE OHIO THEATER A SOURCE OF CIVIC PRIDE:  Since opening in 1928, the Ohio Theater has served as an entertainment venue for hundreds of thousands of people.  With the continued assistance of City Council, many more will be able to enjoy the theater’s offerings for decades to come.  Councilmember Priscilla R. Tyson, chair of the Finance Committee, is sponsoring ordinance 1607-2011 to appropriate $161,512.81 from the Urban Development Assistance Grant (UDAG) fund for the immediate and long-term maintenance of the theater.  The use of the UDAG funds to help cover annual maintenance costs of the Ohio Theater was included in a 30-year agreement made between the city and the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) in 1982.

 

MAINTAINING THE LANDSCAPE ALONG COLUMBUS ROADWAYS: In an effort to help keep our city clean, the City of Columbus is responsible for mowing along the City’s roadway system.  Public Service Committee Chair Eileen Y. Paley is sponsoring ordinance 1414-2011 to authorize the expenditure of $351,692.84 from the Street and Highway Improvement Fund for the purchase of four new tractors and four sets of mowers.  The tractors and mowers will replace older units which are beyond their useful service life and are 4-wheel driver tractors that help enhance the fleet used by the city’s Snow Warriors during the winter season. 

 

 

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Media Release - City Council Increases Transparency with Launch of New Website

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE   For Immediate Release:  October 14, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

City Council Increases Transparency with Launch of New Website

 

(Columbus)--In a continuing effort to improve the accessibility and transparency of city government, the Columbus City Council will soon launch an enhanced website that will allow users to more easily find helpful City Council information.  This project, under development since 2008, will have its launch in the coming weeks and allow residents themselves to access City Council meetings, agendas, legislation with attachments, minutes, and other information in a timely, user friendly format from their computer, phone or tablet device without having to first contact City Council. 

 

“This web site will allow City Council to better connect with our residents and share with them information about their government like never before,” said A. Troy Miller, chair of the Administration Committee.  “This transparency is crucial and will lead to a more engaged and better educated public about the issues and policies that we deal with on an ongoing basis.”

 

The improvements to City Council’s current website are expected to be operational within two weeks and will feature the Insite program.  Insite converts legislative information from Legistar, a tracking and information management system used by all city employees to write, process and approves thousands of pieces of legislation each year.   When City Council chose to transition into electronic legislative tracking with Legistar in Columbus in 2003, it immediately increased communication and efficiency between city departments and paid for itself in three years and has saved approximately $500,000 thanks to in house publication of the City Bulletin and other process enhancements.

 

This improved component of our website is the latest in a long list of ways the City Council has adapted to the recent changes in the technology and communications habits of our residents.   Council uses a multi-platform approach to communicate policies and initiatives with the public, including traditional media contacts in TV, print and radio; social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter, e-mail news alerts and advisories, Columbus Television Channel 3, and the Call The Roll radio program, a half hour weekly show that airs on 91.5 FM and VOICEcorps.   In addition to the increased outreach effort, City Council has placed a greater importance on one-on-one contact with area residents, which is why Councilmembers held a series of six community meetings this year in every section of the city to listen to neighborhood concerns.

 

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Rec Sports Member Update - Friday, October 14, 2011

Friday, October 14, 2011

1.      Introduction to Kettlebells Clinics

2.      Join Rec Sports at Parent and Family Weekend

3.      Columbus Marathon Will Affect Traffic Sunday

4.      Get Certified to Become a Personal Trainer

5.      Rock Climbing at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Arkansas

6.     Tournament at JOWTC May Affect Reservations

7.      Wi-Fi Access Available at the Jesse Owens South and North

8.     Intramural Racquetball Tournament

9.     Football Saturday Hours for Adventure Recreation Center, Outdoor Adventure Center

10.  Step Up for Stefanie 5K and Two Mile Run/Walk

 

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Introduction to Kettlebells Clinic
Learn how to incorporate kettlebells into your routine at free introductory clinics! Participants will learn about the history and mechanics, as well as proper techniques and exercises. Clinics will be held in the RPAC Room B20 on Friday, October 21 from 1 - 2:15 p.m., Monday, October 31 from 4:15 - 5:30 p.m., and Thursday, November 17, from 3:45 - 5 p.m.

 

Join Rec Sports for Parent and Family Weekend
Join Rec Sports for a day of family programming on Saturday, October 15, during Parent and Family Weekend. Activities include yoga; the Buckeye Fan Festival featuring football skills competitions against former Buckeye football players; ZUMBA®, and a climbing lesson. Visit http://recsports.osu.edu/articles/parent-and-family-weekend-events-schedule/ for more information.

 

Columbus Marathon Will Affect Traffic Sunday

The Columbus Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 18, from approximately 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Due to the running of the race on campus, several campus streets will be closed at various times throughout the race. Read more at http://recsports.osu.edu/articles/columbus-marathon-affects-campus-streets-access-to-west-campus-parking-bus-service/

 

Get Certified to Become a Personal Trainer
Help people reach their fitness goals by becoming a personal trainer! The Department of Recreational Sports and the World Instructor Training Schools offer personal training certification here on campus. The nine-week, hands on program takes place on Saturdays from January 7 - March 3, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the RPAC. Registration opens November 7. For more information, visit http://recsports.osu.edu/fitness-wellness/personal-training/become-a-trainer

 

Rock Climbing at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Arkansas
Go rock climbing with the Outdoor Adventure Center at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Arkansas from November 10 - 13. The ranch has been rated as one of the best climbing areas east of the Rockies. The beautiful and challenging routes offered will please anyone from beginners to experienced climbers. Trip cost is $325, including a stay in a cabin. Register by Tuesday, November 1. Learn more at http://recsports.osu.edu/forms/outdoor-calendar/outdoor-calendar-details.aspx?ID=178

 

Tournament at JOWTC May Affect Reservations
The Men’s Varsity ITA Regional Tennis Tournament takes place at the Jesse Owens West Tennis Center (JOWTC) today and tomorrow.  If this tournament has affected your reservation time, please contact Jason Percival (percival.8@osu.edu) to reschedule.

 

Wi-Fi Access Available at the Jesse Owens South and North
Wi-Fi access is available for users on the Ohio State network at Jesse Owens South and North.

 

Intramural Racquetball Tournament
Put your skills to the test at the intramural sports racquetball tournament on Sunday, October 23, from noon - 4 p.m. at RPAC racquetball courts 1-4. The tournament costs $5 to enter. The first 40 participants to enter receive a T-shirt, and the winner receives an intramural championship T-shirt. Register in the Intramural Office in the RPAC Office Suite.

 

Football Saturday Hours for Adventure Recreation Center, Outdoor Adventure Center

The Adventure Recreation Center (ARC) and Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) will alter their operating hours on home football game days. The home football hours for these buildings are:
Noon Kick-Off:  5 – 10 p.m.

3:30 p.m. Kick-Off: 8 a.m. – noon
8 p.m. Kick-Off:  8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Step Up for Stefanie!
Be part of the First Annual Step up for Stefanie 5K and two mile run/walk, presented by Panera on Sunday, October 23, at 10 a.m. at Ohio Stadium. Pre-registration and special rates end October 21. Visit http://stepupforstefanie.org to register.

 

 

*************** IMPORTANT CONTACTS ****************

RPAC Welcome Center – 292-7671

ARC Front Desk – 247-8686

Comments to the Director – Don Stenta, stenta.1@osu.edu, 688-4738

Adapted Recreational Sports – Lindsay Bond, bond.217@osu.edu,688-3693

Adventure Recreation Center & Jesse Owens Centers – Diane Jensen, jensen.8@osu.edu, 688-3988

Aquatic Center – Kurt Carmen, Carmen.7@osu.edu, 688-3587

Community Programs – Marci Hasty, hasty.11@osu.edu, 292-5328

Facility/Meeting Room Scheduling - Andrea Hall, hall.794@osu.edu, 292-6481

Group Fitness Classes and Massage – Scott Holmes, holmes.508@osu.edu, 292-8755

Intramural Sports - Ken Hill, hill.521@osu.edu, 292-5292

Lockers, Sport Shop, and Welcome Center Operations - Rob Jech, jech.2@osu.edu, 688-8788

Marketing - Emily Howard, howard.778@osu.edu, 688-4185

Membership - Kris Myers, myers.785@osu.edu, 688-8461

Ohio State Swim Club – Kyle Goodrich, goodrich.89@osu.edu, 292-1303

Outdoor Adventure Center - Steve Hawkins, hawkins.264@osu.edu, 247-8063

Personal Training - John Katsares, katsares.1@osu.edu, 292-5153

Racquetball and Squash Reservations - 292-8590

Recreational Sports Learning – Brendan Greisberger, greisberger.5@osu.edu, 688-3297

RPAC Operations – Dave DeAngelo, deangelo.1@osu.edu, 247-6009

Special Assistant to the Director – Marci Shumaker, shumaker.98@osu.edu, 688-3983

Sponsorship – Kristin Smith, smith.1424@osu.edu, 688-4619

Sport Clubs – Charles Anderson, anderson.1859@osu.edu, 688-3879

Web Site – Katie Thomas, thomas.2407@osu.edu, 292-5287

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Media Release - City Council Targets Adult Gaming Parlors

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE  For Immediate Release:  October 13, 2011 For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

Columbus City Council Targets Adult Gaming Parlors

(Columbus)--The Columbus City Council is announcing a 180 day moratorium on the opening of new adult gaming parlors, an unregulated form of gaming that has crept into numerous Columbus neighborhoods because of a loophole in state gaming laws.  The businesses allow customers to play a slot-machine-like device in return for a prize or item of value.  City Councilmembers say the moratorium is necessary because of the lack of state guidelines to protect neighborhoods and legal quagmire facing Ohio cities because of that failure. 

“These businesses are taking advantage of the state’s failure to regulate adult gaming parlors to prey upon our residents,” said Councilmember Zach M. Klein, chair of the Development Committee, who was joined by Councilmember Michelle M. Mills at the announcement in front of a former gaming parlor in the Mount Vernon Plaza.  “The moratorium will protect neighborhoods from new adult gaming parlors while the state considers uniform laws, like those provided for other types of gaming in Ohio.”

The legislation Council will soon consider will instruct the Director of Building and Zoning Services to impose a moratorium on the acceptance or approval of any application for any permit needed for location where an internet sweepstakes device is proposed. 

“This is clearly not the economic development that community leaders are searching for when they talk about revitalizing our neighborhoods,” said Councilmember Mills, chair of the Safety and Judiciary Committee.   “We need to make sure that businesses are helping to promote strong and safe neighborhoods, not operations that take advantage of a gaming loophole and operate with little or no state regulation.”

Councilmembers hope the moratorium will give state leaders and the courts the time to better define the laws and license requirements of this portion of the gaming industry.  Councilmembers will also work with the City Attorney and the Administration to craft local regulations if the state fails to act.

 

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Media Advisory - Council Announces Graffiti Removal Program

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA ADVISORY   For Immediate Release:  October 7, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

Columbus City Council Announces Graffiti Removal Program 

       

(Columbus) The Columbus City Council has unveiled a proposal to help residents and business owners fight graffiti, a plan that includes the option of removal at no cost to the property owner.   The graffiti abatement initiative was arrived at after multiple community meetings and public hearings to discuss the matter.  The plan will help clean graffiti as quickly as possible while holding property owners accountable if the vandalism is not removed in a timely manner. 

 

“This plan will help fight crime and improve economic development in our neighborhoods,” said Councilmember Zach M. Klein, chair of the Development Committee.  “By helping residents and businesses remove this blight in a reasonable, cost effective manner, we are helping to build a safer, more business friendly Columbus.”

 

The City Council proposal will do two things – add “failure to control graffiti” to the municipal code and require all property owners to remove graffiti within 30 days of receiving a notice from code enforcement.  The property owner will have the option of removing the vandalism themselves or signing a waiver to allow a city contractor to remove the graffiti at no cost to the property owner.  

 

“Our goal with this legislation is to provide a way to remove the graffiti quickly in a way that is not punitive to the property owner, who already has been a victim of crime,” said Councilmember Michelle M. Mills, chair of the Safety and Judiciary Committee.  “Numerous studies have shown the faster graffiti is removed, the less likely it is to reappear.”

 

Residents and business owners can report graffiti to the city’s 311 call center or by using the MyColumbus app for their mobile phone or tablet device.  The City of Columbus will competitively bid for removal services and require companies to photograph, geo-tag and share photos with the City Attorney’s office to add in prosecution efforts. 

 

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Media Alert

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA ALERT   For Immediate Release:  October 6, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

 

Columbus City Council Announces Proposed Graffiti Removal Program

 

 

WHO:

Councilmember Zach M. Klein

Councilmember Michelle M. Mills

Local Business Owner and Resident

 

WHEN:
Friday, October 7, 2011
10:30 am

 

WHERE:

Café Del Mondo

659 North 4^th Street

 

WHAT:

Columbus City Council Zach M. Klein, chair of the Development Committee, and Councilmember Michelle M. Mills, chair Safety and Judiciary Committee, will announce a proposal that will protect neighborhoods and improve economic development opportunities by removing graffiti from Columbus properties in a timely and cost effective manner.

 

 

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Media Release

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE   For Immediate Release:  October 5, 2011   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 or Dan Williamson, 645-5300 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

  Council, Mayor Launch Effort to Review Funding for Jobs, Human Services, Arts and Tourism

 

The Columbus City Council and Mayor Michael B. Coleman have launched a joint effort to review current, future and potential non-income tax revenue, and the way the City funds economic development, human services, cultural arts and the promotion of travel and tourism. This effort will be shaped by recommendations made by the recently created Funding Review and Advisory Committee.

 

The Committee consists of community leaders who represent the cultural arts, human services, travel and tourism, and business communities, as well as experts in municipal finance, economic development, and public policy.  The committee will be chaired by Tom Katzenmeyer, Senior Vice President of The Ohio State University.  City Councilmembers Priscilla R. Tyson, Hearcel F. Craig and Zach M. Klein will serve as ex-officio members of the committee, and various City staff will support their work. The committee is expected to hold its first meeting later this month or early November, and hopes to conclude their work in 6-12 months.

 

“We recognize there is more we can do as a community to create jobs, bring new people to our city, raise our quality of life with access to public art, and serve those most in need,” Mayor Coleman said. “This committee is made up of great community leaders who will help us determine the best way to accomplish these goals.”

 

“I am thankful our partners in the human services, business, arts and travel and tourism communities have stepped up to help the Mayor and Council chart a sustainable path forward,” said Council President Andrew J. Ginther. “Each of these areas are critical to the continued success of Columbus, and we must maximize our investment to promote economic development, meet the needs of the least among us and ensure Columbus remains a vibrant place to live, work and visit.”

 

The committee will be encouraged to study all aspects of city finances not directly connected to the City’s income tax, and is expected to operate in a similar fashion to the Columbus Economic Advisory Committee, a group that studied and ultimately made recommendations to city leaders that has Columbus on track to reduce government spending and save an estimated $144 million by 2019.  

 

In preparation for the first Committee meeting representatives of the Mayor and Council will be meeting with key stakeholders to better understand varying perspectives, and to ensure the success of the group as it prepares to make recommendations for long-term, sustainable strategies that will maintain core city services, promote economic development, and support human services, the cultural arts and the travel and tourism industry.

 

A roster of current committee members is attached.

 

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