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MAYOR’S MONTHLY REPORT FIRE: The Department responded to a total of 308 alarms. This averages to 9.9 alarms per day. There were 44 fire alarms, 17 public service calls and 247 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $242,800.00. There was one firefighter injury due to fires. There were no civilian injuries due to fires. The American Red Cross held a blood drive at Fire Station No. 1 on the 4th. The drive was very successful and they collected 31 units of blood. On the 6th I attended the LOGIC Board meeting. On the 20th we responded to a house fire at 806 Bittersweet N.E. This fire is of note because the occupants, the Blaylock family, had working smoke detectors that activated which helped save their lives. On the 21st we responded to an apartment fire at 236-6th St. N.E. Due to a mistake made by an occupant in calling 911, giving the wrong information, our response was delayed resulting a total loss to the 10 unit apartment complex. The total estimated loss for this building and contents was $174,800.00 and the occupants lost everything that they had in the apartments. The Stark County Chapter of the American Red Cross responded to take care of the occupants of this apartment and adjoining apartment at 611 Andrew N.E. that sustained an estimated $30,000.00 loss to the building and contents. On the 21st the EMS Transport Task Force met of the last time and submitted their recommendation to the Mayor On the 31st we helped to provide EMA coverage for the annual Drum Corps International Competition held at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium. This year’s event had a record crow of over 7,000 in attendance. We treated 12 people at the scene, mostly for heat related illnesses, with none requiring transportation to a hospital. POLICE: Arrests: Total Adult Arrests 79; Total Juvenile Arrests 11; Summons/Citations Issued 18. Incidents: Total Calls 2,394; Security Checks Performed-Residences & Business Locations 260; Incident Cases Reported 147; Crimes Against Property Reported 171; Crimes Against Persons Reported 117; Accident Reports 75; Traffic Citations Issued 161; Alarms 134; Miles of Road Patrol (June & July combined mileage) 66,107. Officers: Compensatory Hours Used 275.0; Sick Hours Used 104.0; Personal Hours Used 152.0; Compensatory Hours Earned 967.5; Overtime Hours Earned 475.8. TRAFFIC CONTROL: The MPD issued a total of 161 traffic citations, this being 139 less then same time last year. The MPD made 15 arrests for DUI, this being 3 more than same time last year. Radar citations totaled 42, this being 83 less than same time last year. The MPD handled a total of 74 traffic accidents, this being 31 less than same time last year. There were 45 property damage accidents, 7 injury accidents and 22 accidents that occurred on private property. Of the above accidents there were 14 hit skip accidents and there were 4 accidents that occurred as a direct result of alcohol and/or drugs. There were no pedestrian, 1 bicycle and 2 motorcycle accidents involving juveniles resulting in 3 reported injuries. There were no fatal accidents. There were 76 motor vehicles towed by the MPD, this being 18 less than same time last year. Of the above tows, 20 vehicles were towed from traffic accidents, 10 for traffic offenses of some type, 19 as a direct result of an arrest and 24 for parking violations. There was 1 vehicle towed as stolen/recovered vehicle and 2 misc. tows. The traffic officer mailed 5 certified letters in regards to junk and/or abandoned motor vehicles. The traffic officer mailed 5 title searches to the state of Ohio, Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The traffic officer was able to junk or title 1 motor vehicle. The traffic officer issued or acted upon 21 notices (48/72 hour and/or 10/20 day notices). Further, 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. As of the last day of the month, there were 65 motor vehicles sitting upon the Police Impound Lots. Of the 65 vehicles several are waiting for court order to dispose of them. Summary: Accidents 20 YTD 185; Traffic 10 YTD 38; Parking 24 YTD 123; Arrests 19 YTD 108; STL/REC 1 YTD 8; Misc. 2 YTD 4; Totals 76 YTD 466. ENGINEERING ANNEXATION: Hunters Pointe Annexation: Hearing February 8, 2006. Denied by County Commissioners. Re-filed May 26, 2006. Hearing date set for August 16, 2006. Cottrill Annexation: Filed June 27, 2006. Hearing date set for September 7, 2006. BRIDGES: Tremont Avenue Bridge: Detour began February 21, 2005. The current estimate for this project is $3.4 million. Working with Stark County to acquire funding proposed 2007 budget. Awaiting for final close out of existing project. Attending meetings with County and ODOT to resolve funding and schedules. Met with SBA, ODOT & County to resolve SBC conflicts. Received SBC proposal. City and County have applied for additional Federal funding. The agreement between the County and city has been approved by Council to approve the Safety-Service Director to enter into said agreement. Met with County and have met with consultant to work on new scope. Meeting set with County and SBC to coordinate improvements. Meeting set with Congressman Regula’s office to discuss funding questions. Erie Street Bridge: Met with ODOT and SCATS to review the consultant report. Waiting to see if ODOT planning will be able to perform work as a design build in October 2007. Detour discussed, scope-3 lanes, 5’ walkway. Finefrock Road Bridge: Maintenance of surface meetings. Scheduled re-decking for 2008. Reviewing ODOT’s consultant reports. ODOT is accepting public comments or project. City and County resurfacing to be done in September. US 30 Bridge Project: Working with ODOT and Massillon Park Department for detour preparation. Met with ODOT for easements needed for work. Submitted donation papers. Awaiting asbestos study. Approved maintenance of traffic plan. 2005 Bridge Inspections: Inspections and inventory has been completed and forwarded to ODOT for review and comment. Received reports from ODOT February 14, 2006. SANITARY SEWERS: 2000 WWT Plant Upgrade & Expansion: Under construction. Met with CTI in January 2006. Awaiting contractor to finish several items and punch lists items. City is investigating odor control solutions. Investigating fixing more piping. West Warmington Sanitary Sewer: Central Allied Enterprises is contractor. 100% completed. Still awaiting sewer as-builts. Replacing aluminum grating that was stolen. Lighfoot to fabricate still cage enclosure. Energy Savings Project WWT Plant: Contacted OEPA for feasibility. Reviewing options. Lincoln Way West Pump Station: H&W Contractors contractor. Began week of June 1, 2004. Project is 100% completed. Awaiting communication startup. South Massillon Sanitary Sewer Extension: Under design with Hettler/Largent. Started design, signed contracts. Design 98% completed. Wetmore Trunk Extension Phase 2: To be built by private developer as part of Gray Ridge Estates. Plans approved. EPA approved February 24, 2006. Railroad approved April 5, 2006. Wenger Excavating selected as contractor. STREETS: Amherst Road N.E.: Received $116,000.00 of Municipal Road Fund money to resurface and construct ADA compliant curb ramps. Approximate project limits are from Cherry Road N.E. to Korman Avenue N.E. 2006 Street Resurfacing: Superior Paving awarded contract. Contractor began work the week of July 17, 2006 on ADA ramps. 2006 Target Neighborhood Street Resurfacing: Bid opening May 31, 2006. Superior Paving apparent low bidder. To be awarded after funding approved in July 2006. Richville Drive: Bid opening November 23, 2005. Superior Paving awarded contract on alternate bid. Began work week of March 13, 2006. 100% completed. Punch list items to be completed. Lincoln Way West Rehab: Wenger Excavating awarded project. Project began May 16, 2005. Project to be done in phases. Roadway completed from 8th to 17th St. Few punch list items to complete in Phase I- one drive approach and 100’ sidewalk. Began Phase II in March 2006. Water line added by Aqua Ohio. Phase II has started and is 85% completed. Began Phase III from 23rd to 27th St. the week of June 26, 2006. To be completed by September 2006. 27th Street Widening: Attended several meetings with Perry Township. Final design 100% completed. Fielding several calls from various residents. Bid opening May 17, 2006. Shelly Company apparent low bidder. Received agreement from OPWC. Pre-construction meeting held July 31, 2006. Utility meeting July 26 on site. SUBDIVISIONS: Autumn Ridge Estates Phase IV: Plat approved by Planning Commission December 13, 2000. Council approval January 16, 2001. Plat recorded. Construction began week of July 8, 2002. Curb and pavement installed week of October 14, 2002. Final asphalt completed December 18, 2003. Punch list items to be completed. 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. Working on punch list items to be completed. Castle West Estates Phase III: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission April 10, 2002. Final plat approved August 14, 2002 by Planning Commission and Council September 8, 2002. Plans submitted and approved. Plat recorded. Construction 90% completed. Punch list items to be completed. Additional storm sewer work completed October 27, 2004. As-builts completed. Need asphalt and street lights. 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. Cherry Spring No. 2: Planning Commission April 12, 2006. Council May 1, 2006. Concord Village Outlots: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Storm and sanitary easements acquired. Plat recorded. Sanitary sewer installed. Sewer testing 90% completed. Concord Village Phase 1: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission March 9, 2005. Plans submitted and under review. Country View Estates Phase 2: Construction of improvement is 100% completed. Surveying monumentation to be provided. Street signs have been installed. Performance bond has been released and replaced with maintenance bond. Additional storm line has been installed to relieve flooding problems. Final inspection April 28, 2003. Punch list items to be completed. Country View Estates Phase 3: Construction improvements are 100% completed. Lots are being sold. Final inspection April 28, 2003. Punch list items including street lights to be completed. Country View Estates Phase 5: Plat to Planning Commission April 11, 2001. Plans submitted and approved April 24, 2001. Earthwork began week of Jul 23, 2001. Plat recorded at County. Curb and asphalt installed week of September 18, 2001. Punch list items including street lights to be completed. 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. Gray Ridge Estates Phase 1: Preliminary utility meetings held fall 2004. Preliminary plat submitted to Planning Commission March 9, 2005. Plans submitted, approved and submitted to EPA. Trunk sanitary sewer plans approved. Site clearing completed. Final plat approved by Planning Commission and Council February 2006. Railroad approved. Ready for construction. Earthwork began week of July 31, 2006. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase 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 80% completed. Roadways paved. Water line extension completed. Plat recorded. Lots being sold. Punch list items to be completed. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase 2: Plans submitted and approved May 22, 2003. Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Plans approved. Waiting on Performance Bond. Kenyon Creek Estates Phase 3: Plans submitted and under review. 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. Street signs installed. As-builts received. Final paving done week of November 8th. Awaiting street lighting installation. Orchard Hill Estates: Preliminary plat approved May 2004. Plans approved by EPA and ready for construction. Pre-construction meeting March 2, 2005 with Vironda Construction. Grading began week of March 21, 2005. Sanitary sewer completed. Storm sewer and water line 95% completed. Utilities relocated. Pavement installed week of August 15th. Plat recorded. Final asphalt completed week of June 5, 2006. Parkview Estates: Preliminary plat submitted May 13, 2002. Preliminary/final plat approved by Planning Commission June 12, 2002. Plans approved July 16, 2002. Site work began August 28, 2002. Plat recorded. Sewer installation completed September 26, 2002. Sewer testing completed. Curb and roadway installed week of November 18th. Final asphalt April 29, 2003. As-builts submitted. Punch list items to be 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. Sewer installation completed. Waiting for testing. Shawview Estates Phase 2: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission March 12, 2003. Construction plans approved. Final plat approved by Council and Planning Commission. Construction began week of November 17, 2003. Plat recorded. Final inspection done. Punch list items to be completed. Sippo Reserves Allotment Phase 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. Sippo Reserves Allotment Phase II: Plat approved by Planning Commission and Council. Construction fall 2006. University Village No. 1: Construction is 100% completed. 98% of lots are sold. Final inspection completed on April 12, 2002. Items for punch list to be done before bond can be released. Grading work and additional storm work done to relieve flooding problems. Paving and curb repairs for entire University Village. University Village No. 2: Plat and plans approved. Plat recorded. Lots are being sold. Final inspection completed on April 12, 2002. Items for punch list to be done before bond can be released. University Village No. 3: Plat and plans approved. Construction is 100% completed. Plat recorded. Street signs have been installed. Final inspection completed April 12, 2002. Items for punch list to be completed before bond can be released. Wright State Drive repaired fall 2005. Turn-around has been installed. Plat to be recorded. University Village No. 4: Plat and plans approved. Construction is 100% completed. Plat recorded. Street signs have been installed. Items for punch list to be completed. University Village No. 5: Plat and plans approved. Plat recorded. Construction began September 1, 2000. Sewer and utilities installed. Pavement installed week of November 10, 2000. Lots are being sold. Punch list items to be completed. University Village No. 6: Plat and plans approved on April 18, 2001. Plat recorded at County. Plans approved by EPA for sanitary sewer. Construction began week of September 24, 2001. Utilities have been installed. Curb and roadway installed week of November 19, 2001. Lots being sold. Punch list items to be completed. University Village No. 8: Plans submitted and approved. Sanitary sewer approved by EPA. Utility construction began January 20, 2003. Plat approved by Planning Commission February 12, 2003 and by Council March 3, 2003. Roadway installed week of August 4, 2003. Plat recorded. Lots being sold. Utilities completed. Final asphalt April 20, 2004. Street signs installed. Punch list items to be completed. University Village No. 9: Preliminary plat submitted. 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 has begun. Working on moving telephone pole out of roadway. Westbrook Estates Phase II: Design work began week of July 10, 2000. Plans submitted and revised week of August 28, 2000. Construction and earthwork began week of September 18, 2000. Sanitary sewer approved by EPA. Revised plans submitted February 25, 2002. Construction 95% completed. Revised preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission August 14, 2002. Final plat approved by Planning Commission February 12, 2003. Plat recorded. Lots being sold. Streets released to City October 13, 2005. Westbrook Estates Phase 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. Westbrook Estates West: Preliminary plat approved by Planning Commission May 9, 2001. Rezoning approved by Council July 2, 2001. Plans reviewed and approved. Site work began week of August 12, 2002. Sewer installation completed September 26, 2002. Sewer to be tested. Plat approved by Planning Commission November 20, 2002 and Council December 2, 2002. Roadway installed November 2002. Plat recorded. Construction completed. Lots being sold. Punch list items to be completed. Westbrook Estates West Phase 2: Final plat to Planning Commission May 12, 2004. Council approved June 7, 2004. Plat recorded. Lots being sold. Woodland Creek: Preliminary plat approved. Plans approved by City and by EPA. Plat for condo phase recorded at County. MISCELLANEOUS: Fire Department Boat Ramp: Working with the US Army Corps to build a replacement boat ramp for emergency purposes. 402 Intersection Safety Study: Submitted Quarterly Reports to Government Department of Highway Safety and resolving contract review issues. Consultant is currently studying intersection, report received. Summary memo sent to Administration with copy to Street Committee. Applied and received 2006 grant for intersection. Quarterly report submitted. Sent signed copy of contract to Governor’s Department of Highways Safety. Consultant 75% completed with study. 95% completed. Lincoln Center Phase III-Part B: Requests for Qualifications were received by January 30, 206. Reviewing and reevaluating scope. Technical interviews scheduled for May 3, 2006 with three firms. Tetra Tech, Inc. was selected to provide engineering and construction management services. Legislation was sent to Council to allow the Safety-Service Director to enter into a contract with said firm. Awaiting amount of funding awarded from Congressman Regula’s office. Various Parking Lot Repairs: Reviewing the following parking lots-Tremont/Erie, Conrad parking lots; Municipal Government Building Parking Lot: Designing and reviewing parking lot layout. 85% completed change to full depth. 151 Lincoln Way East Improvements: Preparing and designing roadway, walk and building improvements. 50% completed. Jail Upgrades: Still awaiting proposals. Working with Captain Herrick. SR241/Tremont Light: ODOT approved grant. 27th/Lincoln Way East: ODOT approved grant. Fire Station No. 1: Foundation settlement problems reviewed with Chief. Met with PCSG. Bid April 3, 2006. No bids received. Reviewing options. Plans have been submitted to Plans Examiner for approval and then job will be re-bid. Ohio Utility Protection/Safety Committee: Next meeting is 8:30 a.m. August 22nd at Ohio Edison Company in Massillon. Municipal Government Building Roofs: Annex building roof contract awarded to Hal Jones, Inc. Work began week of May 22, 2006. Completed and waiting final inspection. SWMP: Submitted revisions Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP) per DEFA request. Awaiting comments. Fixed Asset Report: Updating the Auditor’s data base concerning City owned and maintained infrastructure. Compiling data to forward to Auditor. Cheery Street Bridge Rehab: Fix void in Ohio Erie Canal under Cherry Road to be completed by Wenger Excavating. Storm Water Mapping: 55% completed. Sanitary Sewer Mapping: 65% completed. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: 1. The City’s FY 2006 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year Application has been approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CD Department is currently working on its annual performance report for the FY 2005 CDBG Program Year, which must be completed and submitted to HUD by September 30. HUD is in the process of implementing Performance Outcomes Measurement to improve the reporting of results achieved through its various federally funded programs including CDBG. The CD Director attended a 2 day seminar on the new HUD Performance Outcomes Measurement System. 2. The City approved an enterprise zone agreement with U.S. Chemical & plastics, which is planning to expand its existing facility at 600 Nova Drive S.E. The company, which manufactures auto body repair materials, epoxy adhesives, vinyl compounds, industrial coatings and surface primers, is proposing to expand its existing facility through the construction of a 14,400 square foot manufacturing building and the construction of a 4,225 square foot training center. The company will invest up to $6.2 million for this expansion and the company will create a total of five new full-time, permanent jobs. (U.S. Chemical & Plastics currently has 123 employees at its Massillon facility.) The company will be receiving a 75% ten year enterprise zone tax exemption on real and personal property improvements at the project site. 3. The City is reviewing site plans for several proposed developments including Menards Home Improvement Center, Integrity Crane Services, 1st St. N.E. Citgo Gas Station, St. Luke’s Housing, Goodwill Industries and E-B Display Company. 4. The CD Director attended meetings of the Ohio Conference of Community Development (OCCD) Executive Board, the Massillon Public Library Board of Trustees and the Stark County Interagency Council on Homelessness. 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. A number of people were referred to Community Legal Aid Services, Inc. for legal advice or other agencies for homeless prevention or financial assistance. This office monitored questionable advertisements listed in the classified section of the local newspaper. I attended the Walnut Hills Residents Association meeting. After reviewing current events, neighborhood improvements and annual membership, plans were discussed regarding the upcoming National Night Out block party. The neighborhood planned to participate in a “Lights on” program to commemorate National Observance of Crimes Prevention. The association’s endeavors to improve their neighborhood are very praiseworthy. As a member of the Stark County Interagency Council on Homelessness Evaluation Team, I participated in evaluating grant proposals to the State of Ohio Trust Fund. The program provides money for Stark County residents to prevent homelessness. I participated in 2 Western Stark County Medical Clinic, Inc. meetings. At the Executive Committee meeting, we discussed the implementation of the strategic plan and goals for the organization. During the Board of Directors meeting, the Director reported on activities and highlights for the month. After other committees reported, there was a discussion regarding a site for the relocation of the Clinic. Channel 5 News reported a story about the drug repository bill and the Clinic’s successful efforts to obtain free medication from nursing homes. During the month, Kitty Yingling and I attended a ribbon cutting ceremony at Ballinger Estates with keys being presented to 2 new homeowners. Twenty-five homes are now occupied in this new Massillon housing development. The ceremony included tours of several homes. The homes are very nice and the program has been well received in the Massillon and Stark County community. I participated in a meeting of the Stark County Family Economic Success Coalition. We reviewed the budget and program updates. The coalition continues to assists low-income families by offering free tax preparation and financial information. I also met with Director Veronica Callahan about services provided by our office for referral purposes. Bids were received for one new Housing Rehabilitation project and 2 projects were completed. Three applications were approved for participation in the Emergency Housing Rehabilitation Program. Three contracts were signed, two were bid and four projects were completed. Six applications were accepted for the Home Buyer’s Assistance Program and the rehabilitation portion was completed for two projects. One wheelchair ramp was installed through the cooperation of the United Way of Greater Stark County. STREETS: Cold Mix: 34.00 Tons; Cement: 40.00 Bags for catch basins. Swept streets with street sweeper throughout entire City; Patched pot holes throughout entire City; Cleaned off catch basins throughout entire City; Removed advertising signs from telephone poles and tree lawns throughout entire City; Hauled 16 loads of fill dirt to deadend of 16th St. S.E. off Lincoln Way East; Cleaned up fallen trees and limbs from storms throughout entire City; Took stage to Akron Aero’s Stadium and set up stage for the Hattie Larlham Foundation Public Awareness; in the Stadium area we dropped off 45 barricades, fence, posted “No Parking” signs for “4th of July Picnic in the Park”; Delivered 4 barricades for block parties at 918 North Ave. N.E.; 854 Seneca St. N.E.; Delivered 4 barricades to Paul’s Church of God in Christ for a Neighborhood block party; Dropped off barricades for “Summertime on Fourth Street”; Set up stage for concerts and posted “No Parking” signs for July 6th,13th,20th and 27th, 2006; Delivered 15 barricades to Stadium for “Pro Football Ball of Fame Festival Drum Corps International Competition”; Dropped off 3 barricades for block party at 2550 Heidelberg Ave. S.E. The following catch basins were repaired: 7/5/06: 2nd St. N.E. and Willow Ave. N.E. – northwest corner; 2nd St. N.E. and Willow Ave. N.E. – northeast corner. 7/7/06: 5th St. and Lincoln Way East – northeast corner; Erie St. North and Federal Avenue N.E. – northeast corner. 7/10/06: Tremont Ave. S.E. and Lincoln Way East – at the point. 7/17/06: 3041 Lincoln Way West by Epworth. 7/31/06: DeVille Parking Lot next to Kozmos; 1610 Walnut Rd. S.W. SAFETY: In regards to the traffic lights in the City, we replaced numerous lights that were burned out and we worked on traffic controllers or flasher throughout the entire City. We worked on wiring jobs in the Recreation Center, Senior Center and City Hall. Worked on wiring problems at the City Garage. Worked on wiring for concerts and picnic in the park. Ran power for tornado siren at State Hospital grounds. SEWER/WASTE COLLECTIONS: Summary: New Customers 39; Permanently Discontinued 38; Temporarily Discontinued 21; Resume Service to Delinquent Customers, Paid in Full 9; Resume Service to Regular Customers 6; Transfers 3; Misses 16; Misc. Messages 21; Total of Clean-Ups with Charge 249; Total of Charges for Clean-Ups $2,019.50; Dumpster Activity-Containers Placed Temporarily 5; Total Charges for Dumpsters $270.00; Services Donated at No Charge: Empty Baskets Main Street 2x Week $400.00; Service to City Buildings $1,010.00; Massillon Little League 1-4 yd 1x Week $91.00; 4th of July Picnic in the Park 1-6 yd, 2-4 yd $185.00; Summertime on 4th St. 1-4 yd $55.00; Extra Empties at City Parks $90.00; Summer Concert Trash $100.00. INCOME TAX: Income Tax collections were up about 23.44% from same time last year. Keep in mind that June collections were down 10%. This reflects that a significant portion of this increase in revenue was received earlier last year. Year to date, tax revenue is up 2.45% from last year. We are nearing completion of our entry of tax returns received in April. We should have this task completed in the next few weeks. We can then turn our attention to other tasks, including delinquent notices and reconciling our withholding accounts for 2005. I turned over another 87 accounts totaling over $60,000.00 to our collection agency. I am working on more accounts that I plan to forward to them for collection very soon. HEALTH NURSE: Clinics: Well Child Clinics: Infant & Preschool Age Patients 15; School Age Patients 6; Referred to Specialist or Private Physician 0. Immunization Clinics: Attended 37; Immunizations Administered 84. Hypertension Screening: Attended 33; Referred for Follow-Up 0. TB Testing Clinics: Administered 20; Positive Reactors Referred for X-Ray 0. WIC Clinics: Initial Certifications 29; Recertifications 112; Individual Midcert 32; Nutrition Education 74; Caseload 808. Community Nursing: Field Visits 80; Auxiliary Visits 253. School Visits: Parochial 0; Public 0; Services Rendered 0. Continuing Education: One nurse attended a training required by Help Me Grow, entitled Relationship Based Practice. Miscellaneous: Attended Help Me Grow team leaders meeting; Stark County Emergency Preparedness Task Force (SCEPTF) and SNS planning were attended by both Mrs. Miller and the pandemic flu program nurse, who also attended 2 other meetings related to preparing our Pandemic Flu Plan; Daily visits are being made to a TB patient, under the protocol of “DOT” or Directly Observed Therapy, for the purpose of administering anti-TB medications. This will continue for several months, per doctor’s orders and the current Standard of Care set up in the TB Core Curriculum. GOLF COURSE: Golf Revenue: Revenue was $136,427.00 compared to $111,499.00 last year. Our year to date golf revenue now totals $513,662.00 compared to $475,633.00 a year ago. The golf market has been down in our area this year. From talking with operators, salesmen and others in the industry it is widespread knowledge that golf in the area is down in revenue. The economy in Stark County has been the major influence although the weather this summer, first wet and then hot, clearly has not helped. The fact that we were able to grow revenues 22% in June was surprising. Our rounds were at an all-time low for the period despite very pro-active programs of doubling the Massillon resident discount, lowering our rates and introducing our new Legends Card. Fortunately our mid-season membership campaign was highly a success and saved the day by attracting 17 new members Money is money and we are pleased we were able to grow revenues during such a challenging season no matter the method. For the year our revenues are now up 8% which again puts us ahead of the curve. Our challenge for the remainder of the season will be to keep revenues ahead of last year considering the local golf market. The fact that we have an extremely limited marketing budget intensifies the challenge. Marketing: Our most exciting marketing effort to date begins in August. Our new Corporate Pass will be mailed to 5000 area businesses, as far north as Akron, by the middle of the month. These passes are complimentary and offer the pass holder the privilege of being up to 8 guests any day, including weekends, after 1:00 p.m. for the reduced price of $20.00 on weekdays and $25.00 on weekends. Card privileges are transferable. We are expecting this program to make a significant impact on our play during these slow periods. The new 2007 membership campaign tees off during August. On Saturday and Sunday, August 19,20 , we are offering current members the opportunity to bring guests at Massillon resident rate. Our members will receive a $50.00 referral credit if one of their guests joins by August 31. Once again, new members will enjoy complimentary privileges the remainder of the 2006 season by joining now. This represents a great incentive and real value. Membership at The Legends is the best package in Stark County and our roster now stands at an all-time record of 231 members. In an effort to attract more golfers to experience our dramatically improved golf course, we are staging a series of two tournaments this fall for area golfers. The first event is a two player best-ball on Friday, September 15 and the second one is a two player scramble on Friday, October 13. Looking ahead to next year, our primary focus will be on developing the segments of our business that represents the most potential growth: leagues, hotel golf packages and outings. These areas generate our highest fees and offer realistic opportunities to grow our revenues. The challenge here is our minimum staffing and the lack of any dedicated sales personnel. Golf Course: The golf course continues to improve and provide consistently excellent conditions for our players. We receive a lot of compliments from players, especially, those that have not been to The Legends in some time. Unfortunately, we have experienced a growing number of wet areas as a result of deteriorating irrigation parts and we are dealing with this situation as much as possible considering our budget. Operations: We have reached the mid-year point in the season. It is quite clear that we must monitor our labor and expenses as closely as possible. As a result, we have already reduced payroll to minimum levels in the golf shop and on the golf course. Also we have instituted a freeze on all expenditures that are not absolutely necessary. Our staff is working hard to get people to The Legends and feel confident that when golfers play here that they will return. However, Stark County is a very challenging golf market and these are challenging times. Our future success will be entirely dependent on our ability to consistently provide an excellent golf experience and the effectiveness of our marketing strategies. SENIOR CENTER: Center: First Picnic at Community Park – 134 tickets sold, great weather, everyone had a good time; Monthly movie at Lincoln Theatre shown – DaVinci Code; Bus trip to Greektown, combined with Northwest Stark Senior Center; Men’s breakfast and evening outreach meal before the concert on the street; 12 persons went to West Virginia for white water rafting. Volunteer hours for July – 703; Volunteer hours for June – 504. Director: Attended 1 SARTA Board meeting and Literacy Commission meeting. EEO: The EEO received 6 inquiries concerning employment issues and of those inquiries only 1 concerned a complaint registered by a City of Massillon employee. On July 26, 2006, Tom Moore contacted this office and attempted to file a discrimination complaint. The complaint was investigated and resolved. I am in the process of researching the occupation list of class titles, in order to obtain current history of our workforce and composition within the departments. On Wednesday, July 19th and Thursday, July 20th, I assisted in the interview process for new employees at the WWT Plant. On July 22, 2006, I assisted the Civil Service Commission administer a test in a classroom for the secretary’s examination. The 141 candidates that took the test were divided into 2 rooms at the Massillon WHA facility. The office of EEO shall continue to assist the Civil Service Commission to accomplish the mission of providing quality for the City of Massillon workforce. WWT; HEALTH; ANIMAL CONTROL; METERMAID; BUILDING No report available this month LATE MONTHLY REPORTS JUNE FIRE: The Department responded to a total of 340 alarms; this being an average of 11.3 alarms per day. There were 33 fire alarms, 52 public service calls and 255 rescue and EMS calls. The total estimated fire loss was $32,500.00. There was no firefighter or civilian injuries due to fires. On the 1st I attended the LOGIC Board meeting. On the 12th I attended the Pro-football Hall of Fame Festival Safety meeting where details of the safety and emergency response for the various activities throughout the County concerning the festival were discussed. We filled barrels for the tents at Tiger Stadium for the annual Relay for Life event on the 10th. We inspected and oversaw the fireworks on the 27th for the annual Cruise-On-In held downtown. On the 24th we sent a fire truck with personnel to the annual children’s festival at Massillon Christian School where we passed out fire prevention material to those attending. At the Stark County Chapter of the American Red Cross’s annual meeting on the 28th. I was elected again to a 3 year term as board member of the chapter. BUILDING: Permits Issued: New Dwellings 5 at $693,000.00; Dwelling Alterations & Additions 64 at $273,674.00; Commercial (Alterations & Additions) 3 at $41,000.00; Industrial (Alterations & Additions) $8,000.00; Hospital Alterations 1 at $350,000.00; School Alterations 1 at $81,575.00; Garages & Carports 1 at $9,300.00; Garage Alterations 1 at $2,500.00; Miscellaneous 5 at $9,850.00; Swimming Pools 6 at $17,300.00; Accessory Buildings 2 at $12,000.00; Fences 8 at $17,850.00; Razings 2 at $500.00; Voids 1 at N/A; Total for Permits Issued: 101 at $1,516,549.00. Inspections: Building 298; Electrical 100; Plumbing 126; Heating 99; Housing 135; Total Inspections: 758. EEO: The EEO office investigated two potential sexual harassment incidences at the Massillon Recreation Center. The first report involved a female staff member that had been inappropriately approached by a male patron on 3 different occasions. The matter was addressed by the Management Staff and the situation was resolved to the female worker’s satisfaction. The second incident involved the sexual harassment of a male lifeguard by a very aggressive 13 year old female, who tried to shower the lifeguard with uninvited affections. The situation has not reached a final conclusion but the harassment of the lifeguard has discontinued. The teenage female is being confronted with other issues brought on by her attendance at the Recreation Center. I attended the Massillon Civil Service Commission meeting on June 14, 2006. I took part in the interview process at the Health Department on June 1, June 2 and June 20. I assisted the Civil Service Commission and was co-monitor during the production of the Police Agility Exam, held at the stadium on Tuesday, June 6, 2006. I am currently conducting surveys of the WWT Department, Health Department and Administration to ascertain current status of the Massillon Equal Opportunity and Employment Plan for Affirmative Action. LATE MONTHLY REPORT MAY BUILDING: Permits Issued: New Dwellings 12 at $1,441,000.00; Dwelling Alterations & Additions 52 at $200,815.00; Commercial (New Structures) 2 at $158,000.00; Commercial (Alterations & Additions) 8 at $281,540.00; Industrial (New Structures) 4 at $768,000.00; Schools 1 at $207,000.00; Garages & Carports 2 at $14,850.00; Garage Alterations 2 at $4,000.00; Miscellaneous 12 at $44,400.00; Swimming Pools 4 at $15,400.00; Accessory Buildings 3 at $47,500.00; Fences 8 at $14,300.00; Razings 3 at $193,000.00; Voids 1 at N/A; Total for Permits Issued: 114 at $3,389,805.00. Inspections: Building 294; Electrical 96; Plumbing 124; Heating 95; Housing 133; Total Inspections: 742. ** The Metermaid reports have not been available because we have not had a Metermaid for a couple of months.
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