Two Great Stories About The Columbus Economy

 

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEDIA ALERT   For Immediate Release September 12, 2012   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

 

 

 

(Columbus)—The City of Columbus’ economic strength and vitality are highlighted in two recent publications that indicate our community is well positioned for growth in the future.   A New York Times Magazine story examined many factors that have created the current positive economic climate in Columbus and around the state.  Much of the article was devoted to outlining the extraordinary measures Columbus leaders, including Mayor Coleman, have taken to expand our economic base.

 

“Columbus is a special place thanks to bold and decisive leadership and that includes the partnership with those in the business and social service communities,” said Columbus City Council President Andrew J. Ginther.  “Because of Mayor Coleman, Auditor Dorrian, and this City Council, we have been able to grow our economy and protect the quality of life in our neighborhoods without sacrificing critical safety services.”

 

A second article, published by Business First, reports on a survey conducted by American City Business Journals that ranks Columbus seventh in the nation for economic strength and pegs Columbus as the strongest economy in Ohio.  Those doing the survey examined 18 factors “including private-sector job growth, unemployment and housing price appreciation”. 

 

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JOHN IVANIC

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

_____________________________________________________

 

 

 

 

90 W. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Direct: 614-645-6798

Cell:     614-701-1411

www.columbus.gov

    

 

    

 

City Council Meeting Highlights

			COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS   For Immediate Release: September 10, 2012   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

CATCH PROGRAM:  The Changing Actions To Change Habits or CATCH program is a specialty docket in the Franklin County Municipal Court that deals with women arrested for prostitution. Ordinance 1816-2012, sponsored by Public Safety and Judiciary Committee Councilmember Michelle M. Mills, will allow the court to contract with Doma to provide case management and employment services for the women enrolled in CATCH.  Doma is local social service organization that looks to empower survivors of human trafficking by offering workforce development, life skills, and meeting basic emergency needs for women. 

 

HOME AGAIN, OLD OAKS STYLE:  The Old Oaks subdivision provides residents a unique residential setting just a mile or so from heart of downtown Columbus.  Councilmember Zach M. Klein, chair of the Development Committee, is sponsoring ordinance 1899-2012 to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,275,000 for the Home Again Old Oaks initiative.   The funds will assist homebuyers with grants for projects designed to redevelop residential homes and residential properties in the Old Oaks Historic District as homeownership opportunities. The Home Again initiative looks to increase and preserve the local supply of decent, safe, and sanitary housing including both affordable and market rate housing.  This makes each home eligible for residential tax abatement on any new assessed property values determined by the County Auditor. 

 

BRIDGE SAFETY PROGRAM:  The City of Columbus Capital Improvement Budget allows for the routine repair and maintenance of buildings, roads, and other community assets.   Ordinance 1851-2012, sponsored by Public Service and Transportation Committee Chair Eileen Y. Paley, will authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a $1.5-million contract with Complete General Construction Co. to inspect and rehabilitate several bridges.   The work will include crack sealing, concrete patching, railing and pavement repairs.

 

CRAIG CONTINUES BENEFITS FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL: One of the ways the City of Columbus demonstrates its commitment to employees who are called to active military duty is to support the continuation of military leave with pay and benefits.   Councilmember Hearcel F. Craig, a Vietnam era veteran and chair of the Veterans Affairs Committee, is sponsoring ordinance 1948-2012 to ensure the extension of City-provided group health and life insurance, under the same terms and conditions currently in effect to City employees and their beneficiaries; and to declare an emergency.  The program was initiated by City Council after the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

 

INVESTING IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY:  Councilmember A. Troy Miller, chair of the Administration Committee, is sponsoring ordinance 1491-2012 to authorize the Director of the Department of Technology to modify a contract with Information Builders, Inc., to purchase additional business intelligence (BI) software and professional services to assist in implementing a BI system for the Department of Public Utilities.  This phase of the BI project will provide improved information delivery from DPU's systems supporting fiscal management, performance management, safety, asset management, operations and maintenance, and regulatory compliance.  Improved information delivery from these systems will enable DPU managers to have more timely access to reliable information in support of decisions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of services delivered to DPU customers.

 

FUNDING THE FUTURE:  We are now less than a month away from the opening of the Columbus Hollywood Casino so it is imperative to set up the various accounts that will be used by the City Auditor to manage casino revenue and money that has already come into the City from the operation of casinos in other Ohio cities.   Ordinance 1960-2012, sponsored by Finance Committee Chair Councilmember Priscilla R. Tyson, will allow the Auditor to allocate casino revenue dollars to accounts that will help make needed infrastructure improvements and meet various obligations to improve job creation and the quality of life in Columbus.

 

BICENTENNIAL REUNION:  In honor of Columbus’ Bicentennial, Columbus City Council President Andrew J. Ginther, along with past City Councilmember Fran Ryan, is hosting a reunion of City Councilmembers at 4 pm in room 226 on the second floor of City Hall.   This celebration will commemorate City Council’s long history of diversity in leadership in Columbus and reunite Councilmembers from numerous decades. 

 

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JOHN IVANIC

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

_____________________________________________________

 

 

 

 

90 W. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Direct: 614-645-6798

Cell:     614-701-1411

www.columbus.gov

    

 

    

 

Health & Human Services Hearings This Week

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL   For Immediate Release: September 10, 2012   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

 

(Columbus)--Councilmember Priscilla R. Tyson, chair of the Health and Human Services Committee, will host a pair of public hearings to discuss the programs and services provided by city-supported social service agencies. Representatives from the various agencies will testify before the committee. The hearings will be held on September 11th and 13th in Council Chambers, located on the second floor of City Hall.

 

• Session One: September 11, 2012, 5:00 pm-8:00 pm

• Session Two: September 13, 2012, 2:00 pm-5:00 pm

 

Public testimony will be accepted. Anyone wishing to address City Council on this matter must fill out a speaker slip on

the day of the hearing and the meetings will be broadcast on CTV, Columbus' cable access channel 3.

 

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JOHN IVANIC

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

_____________________________________________________

 

 

 

 

90 W. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Direct: 614-645-6798

Cell:     614-701-1411

www.columbus.gov

    

 

    

 

E-News Bulletin - News and stories from Columbus City Schools

September 7, 2012   2012 Columbus Board of Education Front, l-r: Hanifah Kambon; Carol L. Perkins, Pres.; and Ramona Reyes, Vice Pres. Second Row, l-r: Mike Wiles; Gary L. Baker II; W. Shawna Gibbs; and Bryan O. Steward. Click here  for scheduled meeting dates, podcasts and how to contact CCS Board of Education members.   Mark Your Calendar!  KEY UPCOMING CCS DATES ·  Sept. 4 & 18 – Board of Education meetings, 5:30 p.m. ·  Sept. 17 – Linden-McKinley STEM Academy Rededication, 6:30 p.m. ·  Sept. 19 – Neighborhood School Development Partnership (NSDP) Committee meeting, 7:30 a.m. ·  Sept. 27 – Board of Education Audit & Accountability Committee meeting, 3:30 p.m.     For a full list of upcoming public meetings - click HERE    We want to hear from you. Please send your feedback and story ideas to: e-News@columbus.k12.oh.us Are you receiving a pass-along copy of CCS eNews? To subscribe to our FREE newsletter  Click here     or here to opt out.   Previous editions of the CCS eNews

Linden-McKinley Dedication Set for September 17 Mark your calendar for the rededication of Linden-McKinley STEM Academy on September 17, at 6:30 p.m. the school is located at 1320 Duxberry Ave. We invite parents, students, alumni and members of the community to tour the renovated building and meet with district representatives and school building staff.  Originally opened in 1928 as Linden-McKinley High School, the updated facility includes new science labs, updated technology, a rooftop garden, and other amenities designed to meet the needs of today's students. Student Art on Display at Rhodes State Office Tower Artwork by Fort Hayes Arts and Academics High School students Derrick Callender, Samiraite Tsige, Shannon Conwell and Emoni Hampton will be featured with the work of three professional artists at the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower Main Lobby Gallery from Sept. 4 - 29, 2012. The exhibit, "Marching Forward with History - Wisdom - Faith,"  studies the historical east side African American community who lived in the Mt. Vernon Avenue - East Long Street area from the 1920's through the 1970's. Visit your Neighborhood School - District-Wide Open House Events begin Next Week Parents and the community are invited to visit their local neighborhood school during the upcoming School Open House events. High school events are the week of Sept. 11, with middle school and elementary school events the following weeks. Visit the District Website to see a complete list of Open House dates and times. West High School Teacher Among Food Science Elite West High School teacher Karen Nuce was one of just 40 teachers nationwide chosen to participate in a food science workshop developed and implemented in a partnership between the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), and Graduate School USA. Nuce learned firsthand about the development and spread of food-borne illnesses, the vulnerability of at-risk populations, and the science behind safe food handling, storage and preparation.  In addition, she talked with FDA scientists and conducted laboratory experiments at the University of Maryland to further increase her understanding of food science.  The one-week workshop took place in Washington, D.C., during summer break. 4th Annual Step Up With Kids Run/Walk Communities in Schools (CIS) is the nation's leading community-based drop-out prevention organization. Their mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. You can help support CIS at their fourth annual Step Up With Kids 5K/1 Mile Run/Walk September 15, beginning at 9 a.m. The event begins at Genoa Park and travels through the downtown area. For more details, and to register, visit PremierRaces.com Students Learn About Future Opportunities at 33rd Annual Columbus Kiwanis College Fair Representatives from more than 165 colleges, universities and campus groups will be available for students at the 33rd Annual Columbus Kiwanis College Fair. This event is co-sponsored by the Columbus City Schools and I Know I Can. Students, parents and the community are welcome to attend this free event on Monday, Sept. 17, at Veterans Memorial, 300 W. Broad St. Two convenient sessions are available, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 6 - 8 p.m. In addition to information about the schools, attendees can also learn about how to pay for college through scholarships grants and loans and learn ways to get the most out of their on-campus visits.   Superintendent's Honors and Recognition Program Several times throughout the school year, Superintendent/CEO Gene T. Harris, Ph.D., and the Columbus Board of Education celebrate the exceptional work of Columbus City Schools students, staff and members of the community during the Superintendent's Honor and Recognition program. The next event is scheduled for November 13. Do you know of someone who should be recognized at this event? Just fill out and submit this nomination form or visit the Superintendent's Honors and Recognition web page for more information.

Columbus City Schools | 270 East State Street | Columbus, Ohio 43215 | (614) 365-5000

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E-News Bulletin - News and stories from Columbus City Schools

September 7, 2012   2012 Columbus Board of Education Front, l-r: Hanifah Kambon; Carol L. Perkins, Pres.; and Ramona Reyes, Vice Pres. Second Row, l-r: Mike Wiles; Gary L. Baker II; W. Shawna Gibbs; and Bryan O. Steward. Click here  for scheduled meeting dates, podcasts and how to contact CCS Board of Education members.   Mark Your Calendar!  KEY UPCOMING CCS DATES ·  Sept. 4 & 18 – Board of Education meetings, 5:30 p.m. ·  Sept. 17 – Linden-McKinley STEM Academy Rededication, 6:30 p.m. ·  Sept. 19 – Neighborhood School Development Partnership (NSDP) Committee meeting, 7:30 a.m. ·  Sept. 27 – Board of Education Audit & Accountability Committee meeting, 3:30 p.m.     For a full list of upcoming public meetings - click HERE    We want to hear from you. Please send your feedback and story ideas to: e-News@columbus.k12.oh.us Are you receiving a pass-along copy of CCS eNews? To subscribe to our FREE newsletter  Click here     or here to opt out.   Previous editions of the CCS eNews

Linden-McKinley Dedication Set for September 17 Mark your calendar for the rededication of Linden-McKinley STEM Academy on September 17, at 6:30 p.m. the school is located at 1320 Duxberry Ave. We invite parents, students, alumni and members of the community to tour the renovated building and meet with district representatives and school building staff.  Originally opened in 1928 as Linden-McKinley High School, the updated facility includes new science labs, updated technology, a rooftop garden, and other amenities designed to meet the needs of today's students. Student Art on Display at Rhodes State Office Tower Artwork by Fort Hayes Arts and Academics High School students Derrick Callender, Samiraite Tsige, Shannon Conwell and Emoni Hampton will be featured with the work of three professional artists at the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower Main Lobby Gallery from Sept. 4 - 29, 2012. The exhibit, "Marching Forward with History - Wisdom - Faith,"  studies the historical east side African American community who lived in the Mt. Vernon Avenue - East Long Street area from the 1920's through the 1970's. Visit your Neighborhood School - District-Wide Open House Events begin Next Week Parents and the community are invited to visit their local neighborhood school during the upcoming School Open House events. High school events are the week of Sept. 11, with middle school and elementary school events the following weeks. Visit the District Website to see a complete list of Open House dates and times. West High School Teacher Among Food Science Elite West High School teacher Karen Nuce was one of just 40 teachers nationwide chosen to participate in a food science workshop developed and implemented in a partnership between the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), and Graduate School USA. Nuce learned firsthand about the development and spread of food-borne illnesses, the vulnerability of at-risk populations, and the science behind safe food handling, storage and preparation.  In addition, she talked with FDA scientists and conducted laboratory experiments at the University of Maryland to further increase her understanding of food science.  The one-week workshop took place in Washington, D.C., during summer break. 4th Annual Step Up With Kids Run/Walk Communities in Schools (CIS) is the nation's leading community-based drop-out prevention organization. Their mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. You can help support CIS at their fourth annual Step Up With Kids 5K/1 Mile Run/Walk September 15, beginning at 9 a.m. The event begins at Genoa Park and travels through the downtown area. For more details, and to register, visit PremierRaces.com Students Learn About Future Opportunities at 33rd Annual Columbus Kiwanis College Fair Representatives from more than 165 colleges, universities and campus groups will be available for students at the 33rd Annual Columbus Kiwanis College Fair. This event is co-sponsored by the Columbus City Schools and I Know I Can. Students, parents and the community are welcome to attend this free event on Monday, Sept. 17, at Veterans Memorial, 300 W. Broad St. Two convenient sessions are available, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 6 - 8 p.m. In addition to information about the schools, attendees can also learn about how to pay for college through scholarships grants and loans and learn ways to get the most out of their on-campus visits.   Superintendent's Honors and Recognition Program Several times throughout the school year, Superintendent/CEO Gene T. Harris, Ph.D., and the Columbus Board of Education celebrate the exceptional work of Columbus City Schools students, staff and members of the community during the Superintendent's Honor and Recognition program. The next event is scheduled for November 13. Do you know of someone who should be recognized at this event? Just fill out and submit this nomination form or visit the Superintendent's Honors and Recognition web page for more information.

Columbus City Schools | 270 East State Street | Columbus, Ohio 43215 | (614) 365-5000

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Outdoor Adventure Center Hours Change for This Weekend

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The Outdoor Adventure Center will be closed Sunday, September 9, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Please note the weekend hours due to the football games and this closure:  Saturday, September 8: 5 - 10 p.m. Sunday, September 9: 5 p.m. - midnight   Family hours will be offered for all hours on Saturday and Sunday. Ohio State Recreational Sports | Office of Student Life B106 Recreation and Physical Activity Center • 337 W. 17th Avenue Columbus, OH 43210 Phone: (614) 292-7671 • recsports@studentlife.osu.edu © 2012, Ohio State Recreational Sports. All rights reserved. If you have trouble accessing this page and need to request an alternate format, please contact the Student Life web development team at accessibility@studentlife.osu.edu.

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