MAYOR’S MONTHLY REPORT
FEBRUARY 2009

POLICE: Arrests: Total Adult Arrests 54; Total Juvenile Arrests 4; Summons/Citations Issued 21. Incidents: Total Calls 1,604; Security Checks Performed-Residences & Business Locations 227; Incident Cases Reported 73; Crimes Against Property Reported 79; Crimes Against Persons Reported 94; Accident Reports 78; Traffic Citations Issued 138; Alarms 106; Miles of Road Patrol (Mileage from previous two months-December 2008 & January 2009) 73,600. Officers: Compensatory Hours Used 67.6; Sick Hours Used 168.8; Personal Hours Used 140.0; Compensatory Hours Earned 410.6; Overtime Hours Earned 180.5.

TRAFFIC CONTROL: The MPD issued a total of 138 traffic citations, this being 25 less than same time last year. The MPD made 16 arrests for OVI, this being 1 less than same time last year. Radar citations totaled 13, this being 8 more than same time last year. The MPD handled a total of 77 traffic accidents, this being 38 less than same time last year. There were 41 property damage accidents, 14 injury accidents, 0 fatal accidents and 22 accidents that occurred on private property. Of the mentioned accidents, there were 15 hit-skip accidents and 4 accidents that occurred as a direct result of alcohol and/or drugs. There were 0 pedestrian, 0 motorcycle and 1 bicycle accidents. The MPD investigated 14 accidents involving juveniles and 6 resulting in injuries. There were 4 motor vehicles towed by the MPD, this being 37 less than same time last year. Of the above mentioned tows, 32 vehicles were towed from traffic accidents, 9 as a direct result of an arrest, 7 for parking violations and 5 for traffic offense of some type. One vehicle was towed as recovered stolen vehicle. The traffic officer mailed 4 certified letters in regards to junk and/or abandoned motor vehicles. The traffic officer mailed 4 title searches to the state of Ohio, Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The traffic officer was able to junk or title 4 motor vehicles. The traffic officer issued or acted upon 18 notices (48/72 hour and/or 10/20 day notices). The traffic officer sent numerous 2255s and driver’s licenses to the state. The traffic officer logged and filed several license plates and kept track of the motor vehicles awaiting court order for immobilization, confiscation or return to the owners. The traffic officer issued 6 parking citations. As of the last day of the month, there were 25 motor vehicles sitting upon the Police Impound Lot. Of the 25 vehicles several are waiting for court order to dispose of them. Summary: Accidents 32 YTD 57; Traffic 5 YTD 11; Parking 7 YTD 13; Arrests 9 YTD 19; STL/REC 1 YTD 1; Misc. 0 YTD 1; Totals: 54 YTD 102.

METERMAID: Total number of tickets issued 121; By parking enforcement 108; By police officers 8; Towed vehicles with tickets 5. Outstanding tickets 446. Total number of PAID violations 130; Number of parking permits issued 248. Revenue received from PAID violations (includes hearing fees) $1,477.50; Revenue received from parking permits $1,620.00. Total Revenue: $3,097.50.

ENGINEERING: ANNEXATION: Poets Glen Area Annexation: The petition was filed with Stark County on February 5, 2008. The hearing was held in City Council Chambers on April 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The annexation was approved by the Commissioners at their April 9th meeting. The Township has filed an appeal on the Commissioners decision. Approval was denied by Judge Sinclair on July 25, 2008. The Township has filed an appeal and currently awaiting a ruling. Manson Area Annexation: The petition was filed with Stark County of February 5, 2008. The hearing was held at the Tuscarawas Township Administrative offices on April 16, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The annexation was approved by the Commissioners at their April 16th meeting. The Township has filed an appeal on the Commissioners decision. An oral hearing was held on August 15, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. Currently waiting for the court’s decision. The court has denied the Township’s appeal. Accepted by City Council on December 15, 2008. Recorded with Stark County on January 26, 2008. BRIDGES: Tremont Avenue Bridge: Detour began February 21, 2005. The requested federal earmark for this project was denied. A new request was filed through Congressman Regula’s office. ODOT has informed us that they are providing the 20% match for both the Municipal Bridge and SCATS funding. The current estimate for this project is $3.3 million. A permit with the Army Corps of Engineers has been secured as was permits from Norfolk Southern & RJ Korman Railroads. Plans have bee submitted to ODOT for approval. Anticipated bid opening is in April 2008. AT&T began their relocation work. Bids will be opened May 1, 2008 at the Stark County Commissioners office. Bids received were more than 10% over the engineer’s estimate and, therefore, the project must be re-bid. A request has been submitted to SCATS to increase the City’s portion of the funding. SCATS to increase the City’s portion of the funding. SCATS approved additional funding for the City in the amount of $450,000.00. Also, the country has increased its’ share by the same amount. This project was re-bid and bids were opened on July 3, 2008. Beaver Excavating was the successful low bidder with a bid of $3,735,809.67. It is anticipated that work will begin in March 2009. Pre-construction meeting was held September 17, 2008. Norfolk Southern Railroad has approved a temporary crossing and has begun installation. Beaver has started construction on March 2, 2009. Finefrock Road Bridge: Scheduled for re-decking in 2009. City and County resurfacing completed on October 21, 2006. 32nd Bridge Replacement: Survey work has been completed and the design is 100% completed. This project will replace the existing bridge structure with a concrete box culvert. Other components of the project are the relocation of sanitary and storm sewers and street resurfacing within the project limits. OPWC approved the funding request. Project will commence in 2009. Currently preparing bid documents. SANITARY SEWERS: 2000 WWT Plant Upgrade & Expansion: City is investigating odor control solutions. Tertiary filters have been put on line. The Law Director has entered into contract on behalf of the City with the law firm of Bricker & Eckler LLP to deal with the change orders submitted by Kokosing and also remaining items to complete the contract. A draft of the odor control study has been completed. Final payment has been made to Kokosing. A mediation took place at the offices of Bricker and Eckler on May 7, 2008. Results of the mediation were that the city would settle with Kokosing for an amount of $525,000.00 and would receive back 10% of any net monies Kokosnig would obtain from a pending arbitration with CTI. The City received a supplemental loan in the amount of $525,000.00 from the Ohio Water Development Authority which was added to the total current loan amount. The City is seeking compensation from the tertiary filter manufacturer in order to optimize the filters. A trial is set to take place in the spring of 2009. 27th Street/Bison Avenue Sanitary Sewer: The design work is 98% completed. This project would be completed to assist the proposed Poets Glen Annexation. Nova Tech Pump Station: This project will replace the existing pump station. The design work is 90% completed. NeoCom Sanitary Trunk Sewer Extension: This project will be tied into the recently constructed South Massillon Trunk Sewer and will serve the northern portion of the NeoCom Industrial Park. The design is 100% completed. This project was submitted to OPWC for funding and was not approved. Seeking other funding sources for construction in 2009. OEPA has approved the PTI. State Avenue Sewer Rehab: Beginning survey and preliminary design work on replacing a portion of the sanitary sewer. The design work is 30% completed. STREETS: Wales Rd./SR241 Resurfacing: Resurfacing from Lincoln Way to Hills & Dales will be done in 2009 with a grant from ODOT and local funds. 9th Street S.W. Reconstruction: Currently compiling survey data and design work is 40% completed. 2008 Street Resurfacing: Project was out to bid. The bid opening date was August 13, 2008. Since bids were over 10% of the Engineer’s estimate. The project will be re-evaluated and re-bid. Due to the lack of funds, this project will be re-bid in 2009. 2008 Target Area Street Resurfacing: The bid opening date was August 13, 2008. Project will be awarded to J.D. Mining, Inc. located in Magnolia, OH. Currently preparing contracts and documents. Pre-construction meeting held September 30, 2008. Began week of November 3, 2008 and completed. Punch list items will be completed in the spring of 2009. Main Avenue Resurfacing: Resurfacing plans 80% completed. SUBDIVISIONS: Ballinger Estates: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission November 10, 2004. Plans submitted and approved. Sanitary sewer plans approved. Final plat approved by Planning Commission June 22, 2005. Council approved July 5, 2005. Plat recorded. Grading and utility construction completed. Houses almost completed. Roadway installed week of April 10, 2006. Punch list items completed. Released to City October 20, 2008. Ballinger Estates Phase No. 2: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission December 13, 2006. Final plat approved by Planning Commission 2/21/07. Rezoning passed by the Council. Plans have been approved. Construction began week of July 16, 2007. Sewers and streets 100% completed. Houses are completed and occupied. Working on completing punch list items. Centennial Village: Preliminary plat and rezoning approved by Planning Commission February 13, 2002. Revised preliminary approved May 8, 2002. Plans approved. Final plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plat recorded. Site work began week of September 23, 2002. Sanitary completed and tested. Roadway installed week of May 5, 2003. Easements relocated. Street signs installed. Bond transferred to Roseman Construction. Punch list items to be completed. Cherry Springs No. 1: Plat submitted and approved March 2006. Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council March 2006. Plat recorded. Homes being built. Cherry Springs No. 2: Planning Commission April 12, 2006. Council May 1, 2006. Plat recorded. Earthwork began week of October 9, 2006. Sanitary sewer installation began week of December 18, 2006. Sanitary completed. Testing started February 21, 2007. Testing of the sanitary sewer is 95% completed. Concord Village Outlots: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Storm and sanitary easements acquired. Plat recorded. Sanitary sewer installed. Sewer testing 100% completed. Grading and ditch work 100% completed. Transferred to Nancy Villas (Perciballi). Houses being built. Working on punch list items. Concord Village Allotment: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission March 9, 2005. Plans submitted and approved. Final plat to Planning Commission September 13, 2006. Approved by Council October 16, 2006. Plat recorded. Construction began the week of March 26, 2007. Paving completed week of June 25, 2007. Homes are currently being constructed. Working on completing .punch list items. Forest Hills No. 3: Plat recorded. Plans re-approved. Construction began July 2004. Curb installed week of August 23, 2004. Asphalt installed. As-builts received. Punch list items completed. Awaiting installation of the street lights and asphalt repairs. Grey Ridge Estates Phase No. 1: Preliminary plat submitted to Planning Commission March 9, 2005. Final plat approved by Planning Commission and Council February 2006. Earthwork began week of July 31, 2006. Pre-construction meeting August 21, 2006. Sanitary sewer installation and testing completed. Utility construction 75% completed. Sanitary trunk sewer extension completed. Homes are currently being constructed. Curb and pavement installed week of May 14, 2007. Seeding/grading and punch list items to be completed. Reconstruction of 27th Street S.E. completed. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase No. 1: Preliminary plat received week of December 4, 2000. Revised and approved by Planning Commission February 13, 2002. Phase I plan submitted February 20, 2002. Earthwork began week of July 22, 2002. Utility work began week of October 21st. Plat approved by Planning Commission March 12, 2003 and Council April 7, 2003. Construction 100% completed. Roadways paved. Water line extension completed. Plat recorded. Lots begin sold. Punch list items completed. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase No. 2: Plans submitted and approved May 22, 2003. Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plans approved. Waiting on Performance Bond. Nova East Industrial Park: Plat and plans approved. Road construction is 75% completed. Land sold to Beaver Excavating May 2001. Water and gas lines completed. Plat approved by Planning Commission May 12, 2004. Plat approved by Council June 7, 2004. Plat recorded July 2004. Street signs installed. As-builts received. Final paving done week of November 8. Street light installation completed. St. Luke Development: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plans approved May 20, 2004. St. Luke received the PTI on August 25, 2004. Performance Bond received. Construction has begun on sanitary sewer. Plat recorded at County. Sanitary sewer installation completed. Awaiting testing. Two site plans have been reviewed and approved. Waiting for roadway construction. Project has been put on hold by developer. Sippo Reserves Allotment Phase No. 1: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission December 8, 2004. Plans submitted and under review. Plans approved. Earthwork began week of August 22. Sanitary sewer installation began week of September 19th. Final plat approved by Planning Commission July 13, 2005. Council September 6, 2005. Underground utilities completed. Curb installed week of April 17, 2006. Asphalt completed. Sewer testing completed. Homes being built. Sippo Reserves Allotment Phase No. II: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Construction to begin spring 2009. University Village No. 9: Preliminary plat submitted and approved by Planning Commission December 10, 2003. Variance granted for plat at February Planning Commission meeting. Plans approved May 2004. Grading work began July 2004. Utility work began week of August 23, 2004. Curb placed October 27, 2004. Asphalt paving done week of November 8, 2005. Plat recorded. Construction 100% completed. Telephone pole finally removed from roadway. Street lights installed. Punch list items to be completed. Westbrook Estates Phase No. III: Plans sent in December 2005 and under review. Revised plans sent April 27, 2006. Plat submitted May 30, 2006. Approved by Planning Commission June 14, 2006. Approved by Council. Grading work 90% completed. Utility work began the week of April 16, 2007. Utilities 90% completed. Curb and roadway installed week of November 3, 2008. Working on getting plat and paper work recorded. Woodland Creek: Preliminary plat approved. Plans approved by City and by EPA. Plat for condo phase recorded at County. Condominiums are completed. MISCELLANEOUS: 151 Lincoln Way East Improvements: Due to finances this project will be re-bid in 2009. Preparing bid documents. SR241/Tremont Intersection Improvements: ODOT approved grant. To be constructed in 2009. Design and survey of intersection 80%. 27th/Lincoln Way E. Intersection Improvements: ODOT approved grant. To be constructed in 2009. Design and survey of intersection 80%. Ohio Utility Protection/Safety Committee: Next meeting date has not been set. Storm Water Report: Preparing to submit 2008 Annual Report. Storm Water Mapping: 96% completed. SE drawings completed/SD drawings. Subdivision Mapping: 50% completed PS drawing/SD drawings. Editing to include subdivision information: replats, vacations, dedications. Sanitary Sewer Mapping: 96% completed. SE drawings completed/SD drawings. Permits and GIS are being added to the database and are 18% completed. Editing files to include pipe length and slope/material. GIS: Completed. Transferring items to ESRI. Setting hyperlinks. Modifying display and addressing and permits and maps. Continuing to update. Keuper Storm Sewer: Scassa Asphalt, Inc. was the apparent low bidder with a bid of $238,999.00. Work began October 6, 2008. Currently installing pipe. Meeting with Aqua Ohio on water line relocation. Aqua Ohio started water line relocation December 1, 2008. Water line relocation completed. Gas line relocation started January 5, 2009. Water line and gas line relocation completed. Waiting for the contractor to resume work. Contractor resumed work February 9, 2009. Outdoor Warning Sirens: Bids were opened June 24, 2008. American Signal Corporation was the successful low bidder with a bid of $181,692.30. Work began October 2008. Siren installation is completed and functioning. Currently completing punch list items. WebSite: The Engineering Department website has been completed and will be updated on an ongoing basis. Analyzing and updating current maps.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: 1. Planning for the FY2009 CDBG Program is now underway. The City is currently reviewing funding requests and preparing a proposed budget. However, the City does not yet know its FY2009 block grant allocation as Congress has not passed the 2009 HUD Budget. However, as part of the Federal Government’s Stimulus Program, the City will be receiving an additional $195,062.00 in CDBG funding, to be used for projects that can get underway within 120 days. This funding is being provided as an amendment to the City’s current FY2008 CDBG Program. 2. The City completed and filed its application for Neighborhood Strategy Program (NSP) funding with the state of Ohio. The NSP Program provides funding to local communities for dealing with foreclosed and abandoned properties. Massillon has been allocated $1,578,149.00 in NSP Funding by the state. This money will be used for the following activities: 1) purchase & rehabilitation of foreclosed homes; 2) establishment of land banks’ 3) demolition of blighted structures; and, 4) redevelopment of vacant or demolished properties. 3. The CD Department is also in the process of preparing its annual report on the Enterprise Zone Program. All companies currently receiving enterprise zone tax exemptions have been contacted to provide information on their project investment, job creation and retention. This information will be submitted to the Ohio Department of Development, as well as to the City’s Tax Incentive Review Committee. The annual report must be filed with the state by March 31st. 4. The CD Department has submitted for Council review and approval a proposal to reestablish the City’s downtown Community Reinvestment Area (CRA). Under the CRA, the City will be able to offer tax incentives to encourage rehabilitation and redevelopment of structures within the designated area. 5. The CD Department has participated in several meetings with representatives of the NRP Development Group, which is proposing to apply to the state of Ohio for tax credits to assist in the construction of senior citizens housing at the site of the former Fraternal Order of Eagles.

BUILDING: Permits Issued: New Dwellings 3 @ $180,000.00; Dwelling Alterations & Additions 10 @ $69,325.00; Commercial (Alterations & Additions) 3 @ $35,800.00; Hospital Alterations 2 @ $2,418,000.00; Garages & Carports 1 @ $20,000.00; Miscellaneous 2 @ $12,800.00; Razings 3 @ $3,300.00; Total Permits Issued: 24 @ $2,739,225.00. Inspections: Building (Kraft) 85; Plumbing (Kraft) 20; Heating (Kraft) 18; Electrical (Silla) 61; Code Enforcement (Saracina) 81; Code Enforcement (Rice) 37. Total Inspections: 302.

STREETS: Cold Mix: 97 Tons; Salt: 874.42 Tons. Patched streets throughout entire City; Cleaned off catch basins throughout entire City; Swept streets throughout entire City; Removed advertisement signs from tree lawns and telephone poles throughout the entire City; Snow and ice control throughout the entire City; Clean snow from downtown sidewalks and streets – hauled away; Hauled 10 dump truck loads of Christmas trees from Reservoir Park to the City Garage; Removed fallen trees from the 500 block of State N.E., Campbell Circle and the 1700-10th N.E. that was caused by the strong winds; Replaced 2 sections of the guardrail that was damaged due to an accident at 1621 Hankins Rd.; Replaced 1 section of the guardrail at Navarre Rd. S.E.

SEWER/WASTE COLLECTIONS: Our new customers numbered 22 and we had 8 customers whose service was discontinued. We picked up extra items for customers at 119 locations at an additional cost of $475.00. Summary: New Customers 22; Permanently Discontinued 8; Temporarily Discontinued 9; Resume Service to Delinquent Customers Paid in Full 18; Resume Service to Regular Customers 2; Transfers 3; Misses 5; Misc. Messages 24; Total of Clean-Ups with Charge 119; Total of Charges for Clean-Ups $1,188.00; Dumpster Activity-Containers Placed Temporarily 6; Total Charges for Dumpsters $475.00; Services Donated at No Charge $1,500.00; Empty Baskets Main Street 1X Week $200.00; Bags from Community Service Workers $200.00; Health Department Clean-Ups $50.00; Service to City Buildings $1,015.00; Sewer Back Up 1223-3rd St. N.E. Clean-Up $35.00.

INCOME TAX: Collections were up 18.77% from same time last year. Our total tax collections are up 7.15%. As always, these figures have been balanced with the Auditor’s Office. Employee withholdings were up 19.47% from same time last year. Business profits were down 7.17% and taxes received form individuals were up 19.03%.

HEALTH NURSE: Clinics: Well Child Clinics: Infant & Preschool Age Patients 5; School Age Patients 3; Referred to Specialist or Private Physician 1. Immunization Clinics: Attended 38; Immunizations Administered 100. TB Testing Clinics: Administered 3; Positive Reactors Referred for X-Ray 0. WIC Clinics: Initial Certifications 31; Re-certifications 95; Individual Midcert 34; Nutrition Education 89; Caseload 797. Community Nursing: Field Visits 13; Auxiliary Visits 204. School Visits: One visit to MCS to close out the year.

EEO: The EEO Director worked with the Civil Service Commission to wrap up the examination of the position of Custodian. I have received numerous requests from citizens in regards to any employment opportunities. Many of our local companies are being hurt by this recession and the hiring situation has not been too positive for those citizens that are out there seeking employment at this time. The EEO Office has updated the ww.massillonohio.com website so that those people seeking job opportunities can keep informed of any potential job opportunities within the City and the site has links that will allow job seekers the opportunity to view activity locally and statewide. The Massillon Recreation Center shall be the site of a Job Fair to be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. You can call the Massillon Recreation Center for further information on the dates and times.

SENIOR CENTER: Activities: *Volunteers sent 1,265 handmade Valentines to Sandusky, Chillicothe, Dayton and Brecksville VA facilities. Received several thank yous from families in the Chillicothe area. *Volunteers (VISTA) assisting with income tax filing for seniors and low-income families. (E-file). *Committee met to plan Massillon Area Senior Citizens Day on May 12th. *Writing class met for their February reunion with refreshments and despite power outage, read some of the writings they have been working on. *Euchre, exercise, crafts classes all meeting as scheduled with amazing attendance in spite of the weather. *Monthly meeting had a magician as entertainment and fortunately none of us disappeared. *Movie shown on the new TV. Twenty five (25) were in attendance and hot dos and beverages were served afterwards. *Money management topics discussed with social worker from Trillium. Flu and interaction of medicine with grapefruit juice with pharmacist from Walgreens. Volunteer Hours: January – 1,118; February – 868. Director: Attended 3 SARTA meetings. CEO resigned to take position in Savannah, Georgia.

FIRE: The Department responded to a total of 342 alarms, this being an average of 11.0 alarms per day. There were 48 fire alarms, 18 public service calls and 276 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $28,000.00. There were no injuries due to fires. 2/1/2009: I applied for an EMS Grant for training. 2/4/2009: I met with Commissioner Bosley and Administrator Hanke in regard to a potential site for a new fire station. 2/9/2009: I met with the Governance Board subcommittee to discuss interviews for hiring a Program Manager. 2/12/2009: I attended a meeting of the Stark County Governance Board. 2/24/2009: I attended a meeting of the Stark County Haz Mat Team Executive Board. Much of the month was spent in negotiations, grievance and Bureau of Workers Compensation meetings. The Department has completed its fitness examinations per the fitness grant. I would like to thank the Jackson Township Fire Department for loaning the City of Massillon a Class A truck while repairs to two of our trucks were being undertaken. The transmission in Engine 214 was overhauled after a failed gearbox did significant damage to the truck. Engine 211 was sent for a brake inspection after learning that a similar truck in Boston, Massachusetts had crashed due to brake failure. It was learned that the brake chambers on our truck (over time and with corrosion) needed to be repaired immediately. We could not wait for Engine 214 to return before preparing Engine 211. Again, I am grateful to Jackson Township for helping to ensure that our residents suffered no loss of service.

HOUSING: The Department received 60 calls and visits regarding Fair Housing Laws and tenant/landlord issues. It was necessary to provide information to numerous tenants and landlords regarding their rights. Several people were referred to Community Legal Aid Services, Inc. for legal advice or other agencies for homeless prevention or financial assistance. This office continues to monitor questionable advertisements listed in the classified section of the local newspaper for possible discrimination. Aane Aaby and I met with representatives from Stark County Regional Planning Commission about the City’s Fiscal Year 2009 HOME funding. The intention is to continue utilizing these funds to provide full housing rehabilitation and home buyer’s assistance to eligible residents. We also discussed ideas about the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funding. I participated in the Stark County Housing Task Force Planning Committee meeting. We discussed future topics to be considered for the Task Force and other housing related issues occurring in Stark County. I participated in a meeting with the Community Building Partnership (CBP) of Stark County Executive Committee about requests for operating funding for Stark County non-profit housing agencies. I also participated in a follow-up meeting for one of the agencies to provide clarification about their request for funding. I participated in the quarterly Stark county Emergency Food and Shelter Program Board meeting, formerly known as FEMA. After introducing several new members and approval of the minutes, a final report for Phase 26 funding was presented. We reviewed applications for funding under Phase 27. Funding was increased due to the rate of unemployment. Salvation Army of Massillon will receive the emergency housing funding previously allocated to the Urban League. I am very pleased that they are willing and able to “answer the call” to help Massillon and Western Stark County residents in this way. I met with representatives from Stark County and the City of Canton Fair Housing offices about jointly sponsoring a Fair Housing event for Fair Housing Month in April. We are exploring options to see if we can accomplish such an event this year. Aane Aaby and I attended a meeting of Financial Institution Community Interest Group (FICIG), which is a group of bank officers who are involved in affordable housing in Stark County. We met with them to learn more about how banks handle foreclosed properties and also how we could work with them as lenders for applicants purchasing foreclosed properties. They provided valuable information. Aane Aaby and I met with a Kent State University professor about an independent idea he has about dealing with foreclosures. Aane Aaby and I met with a representative from NRP Group who provided an update to the proposed senior apartment complex. Progress is occurring and the application will be submitted to Ohio Housing Finance Agency soon. Interest in the project is occurring among seniors about this possible housing choice. I participated in a Stark County Community Action Agency (SCCAA) Governing Board meeting. The various committees, departments and Executive Director provided reports regarding the agency’s activities. They continue to provide valuable services to the community. After the meeting, SCCAA hosted a session titled “Conversation on Poverty” in collaboration with various community service agencies in Stark County. It was an interactive discussion to discuss the issue and what can be done to coordinate and better assist low to moderate income families with this problem. I participated in the Western Stark Medical Clinic Board of Directors meeting. The President, various committees and staff provided reports. The agency is doing well under new leadership. Funding continues to be an issue. I participated in the AHEAD Foundation Board meeting. Discussed at the meeting was the renewal of board terms and election of officers. The Director reported on financial updates, the endowment report and other activities. This is a very worthy organization that offers opportunities and support services to many children and families in the community. One application was approved to participate in the Emergency Housing Rehabilitation Program, one contract was signed and two projects are progressing. Once contract was signed for the full Housing Rehabilitation Program after a pre-construction meeting was held, one project is in progress and bids were solicited for another. Five letters of interest were mailed out from the waiting list with two responses. Three applications were approved to participate in the Home Buyer’s Assistance Program. Down payment assistance was provided for one client and rehabilitation was completed for two projects.

WWT; HEALTH; ANIMAL
CONTROL; BUILDING;
PAINT/SIGN; SAFETY;
INCOME TAX; PARKS & Please see attached sheets.
RECREATION; GOLF COURSE;
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MEALS PROGRAM

2008 ANNUAL REPORT
Canton-Stark County Can be reviewed in Mayor’s Office.
Crime Laboratory

LATE MONTHLY REPORTS

JANUARY 2009

FIRE: The Department responded to a total of 319 alarms, this being an average of 10.3 alarms per day. There were 34 fire alarms, 11 public service calls and 274 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $43,200.00. There were no civilian deaths due to fire. There were 3 firefighters injured and 1 civilian injury. 1/8/2009: I attended the monthly LOGIC Board meeting. 1/13/2009: I attended a meeting for GIS deployment conducted by Stark County Auditor Perez. 1/14/2009: I attended the Governance Board meeting for countywide dispatch. 1/22/2009: I attended the quarterly Stark County Fire Chief’s Association meeting. 1/23/2009: I attended the Mayor’s State of the City Address and Breakfast. 1/26/2009: I attended a Governance Board subcommittee meeting at the County EMA office. The purpose of the meeting is to screen applicants for the position of Executive Director/Program Manager. 1/30/2009: I attended an Emergency Planning Meeting for citywide disaster plan update. Massillon and Jackson Township are considering a jointly staffed fire station on the northeast side. This arrangement would improve service to both communities as well as decrease operating expenses. Much of the month was spent in service to the Countywide Dispatch Governance Board in an effort to hire the position of Executive Director. Additional time was spent on Labor negotiations.

HOUSING: The Department received approximately 70 calls and visits regarding Fair Housing Laws and tenant/landlord issues. It was necessary to provide information to numerous tenants and landlords regarding their rights. Several people were referred to Community Legal Aid Services, Inc. for legal advice or other agencies for homeless prevention or financial assistance. This office continues to monitor questionable advertisements listed in the classified section of the local newspaper for possible discrimination. I participated in the regular meeting of the Family Economic Success (FES) of Stark County Coalition. Discussed at the meeting were program updates, the budget, goals of the organization and plans to conduct a National Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) day titled “Help on the Spot Day.” I also participated in the FES Advisory Committee meeting prior to the regular meeting to discuss plans to become a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Aane Aaby and I attended the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) application training. The funds provided by the state can be used the community to improve neighborhoods through purchasing and redeveloping properties, establishing land banks or demolishing blighted structures. Funds distributed by NSP will be used by local governments to deal with the problems caused by foreclosed, vacant and abandoned residential properties. Aane Aaby and I participated in a Neighborhood Association Leadership meeting conducted by the Health Foundation of Greater Massillon. We talked to them about the NSP and how it could benefit their neighborhoods. We received valuable oral input and also provided them with questionnaires, which have been returned and included in the application submitted to the state of Ohio. I participated in the Stark County Housing Trust Fund Board meeting. After reviewing reports and activities for the committee, we discussed the continuing search for a dedicated funding source. We identified someone who may be able to help facilitate finding a source. I participated in the Western Stark Medical Clinic Board of Directors meeting. The President and various committees reported. The clinic continues to grow and serve the community with free medical assistance to the under served and uninsured residents of Western Stark County. Even though funding is an ongoing issue, the board and staff are committed to serving the patients. There’s an ongoing need for volunteer physicians and other medical personnel. I participated in the National Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Day titled Stark County “Help on the Spot.” This was an opportunity for agencies to provide services on the spot or inform people about the services they provide here in Massillon. Attendance was good and it was an excellent opportunity for Massillon residents to learn about available services from countywide agencies. Twenty-five (25) families had their taxes filed electronically for free. One application was approved to participate in the Emergency Housing Rehabilitation Program, one contract was signed, one project was completed and two are progressing. One contract for full Housing Rehabilitation was signed after I conducted a pre-construction meeting and bids were solicited for one new project. Two applicants were approved to participate in the Home Buyer’s Assistance Program and the rehabilitation portion was completed for two projects.