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CITY OF MIAMISBURG

CIVIC FOCUS

Spring 2018

Happy Birthday, Miamisburg! Our community was founded 200 years ago, and we have a special year planned to celebrate this milestone. After all, a Bicentennial only comes along once.

It’s going to be an extraordinary year, and that’s the way it should be. History is a precious thing to a great many people who have called Miamisburg home, and community pride is rich here. For about three years, our citizen-based committee has been working hard to make 2018 memorable. The stage is now set, and we couldn’t be more excited!

The Bicentennial theme is going to be incorporated into some of our annual Miamisburg events throughout the year, while some have been created solely to commemorate the milestone. We hope you’ll attend as many of these activities as possible, but the featured week to mark on your calendars is June 16-23. That’s when the Star City’s light will shine brightest for all to see.

Each day that week will have its own theme, and the events and activities taking place will focus on various aspects of our history. Among the highlights will be:

• Opening and closing parades down Central Avenue with some great entries never before seen in our community.

Did you know?The actual founding date of Miamisburg was Feb. 20, 1818.

Miamisburg at 200: Celebrating our community heritage • Live entertainment, including

performances by The Ohio State University Alumni Band, the Wright Brass band and the Dayton Philharmonic Concert Band. As a gift to the community, Kettering Health Network/ Sycamore Medical Center will present a concert by national recording artist Ricky Skaggs.

• Activities that pay tribute to our Native American heritage.

• A spectacular fireworks display on Closing Night.

A detailed schedule of events can be found inside this publication, and we encourage you to clip it and post somewhere in your home.

Our Bicentennial events are being funded by contributions from individuals, businesses and organizations, and we want to thank all of these contributors. Our celebration would not be possible without their generosity.

In this special edition of the Civic Focus community newsletter, you’ll find details about our Bicentennial plans. We want our residents to be a part of history and join us as often as possible throughout 2018. We also encourage you to visit miamisburg200.org and the Miamisburg 200th Facebook page for updates throughout the year.

~ Bicentennial Committee

Special Edition!

Main Street circa 1914

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Activities funded by donationsBicentennial activities are being funded through financial and in-kind donations from businesses and individuals. The following is a list of those donors as Civic Focus went to press. The Bicentennial Committee would like to express its deep appreciation to these generous contributors. All donations are welcome. Checks made out to Bicentennial 2018 can be delivered to the Miamisburg

Civic Center to the attention of Mayor Dick Church, Jr. or mailed to Treasurer Phyllis Abney at 327 E. Main Street, West Carrollton,

Ohio, 45449.

Quillard & Phyllis Abney

Anonymous

Avery Dennison

Barge Design Solutions

Bell Family Foundation

Blue Note Bistro & Lounge

Canopy Creek Farm

Richard & Judi Church

Collins Realty

Charles Curran

Dour Printing & Office Supplies

Endolite North America

Farmers & Merchants Bank

Fink Brothers LLC

Eric Flasher & Rhonda Baggett

Harry & Marge Flasher

Hieronymus Family Foundation

Lee Hieronymus

Richard Hipple

Kettering Health Network/Sycamore Medical Center

Lawrence & Jennifer Johns

Mark Fornes Realty

Masters Insurance

Miamisburg Area Optimists Club

Miamisburg Merchants Association

Miamisburg Rotary Club

Monday Night Club

Nestor Insurance

River Valley Credit Union

Rumpke

Jan Runkle, Edward Jones

Star City Arts

Kurt & Patty Stueve

Think Patented

United Grinding

Gail Wagner & Associates

John Warrington Family

Did you know?The Indian burial mound in Miamisburg is the largest of its kind in the eastern U.S.

Cut and Keep!

Featured Week of Celebration (June 16-23)The following is a schedule of activities at the time of publication. All activities take place in Riverfront Park, unless otherwise noted. Times and days are subject to change. For updates, visit miamisburg200.org. Please direct questions to miamisburg200@cityofmiamisburg.org.

Daily Carnival and concessions

Saturday, June 16 Opening Day

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Drums on the Miami, Beachler Park 11 a.m. – Parade 1:45 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies 2 p.m. – The Ohio State University Alumni Band 3:30 p.m. – 1968 Time Capsule Unsealed 4:30 p.m. – U.S. Air Force Band of Flight’s Wright Brass 6 p.m. – MHS Alumni Dinner Dance, Miamisburg Moose Lodge 6:30 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including Locking Up Otis and Parrots of the Caribbean 7 p.m. – Mary Poppins (Children’s Performing Arts of MSBG), Memorial Auditorium

Sunday, June 17 Religious Heritage Day

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Drums on the Miami, Beachler Park 2 p.m. – Mary Poppins (Children’s Performing Arts of MSBG), Memorial Auditorium 2 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including Larry Goodwin, Paragon Barbershop Quartet and B-Caged 4 p.m. – Faith-based music and family-friendly stand-up comics (Presented by Miamisburg Ministerial Association)

Monday, June 18 Pioneer Day

10 a.m. – Miami-Erie Canal Marker Dedication, Community Park Noon to 5 p.m. – Heritage Village open, Old Main and Lock streets. Activities include one room schoolhouse experience, pioneer life experience, horse-drawn carriage rides, petting zoo, old-time craft demonstrations and much more! Noon to 7 p.m. – Miamisburg Historical Society attractions 4:30 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including Vintage Ramblers, Noah Wotherspoon and Dulcimers

Tuesday, June 19 Business Day

TBA – 1913 Flood Marker Dedication Noon – Business exhibits & activities Noon to 3 p.m. – Children’s entertainment 3 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including Larry Goodwin, Ryan Lakes, The Hathaways and Touch 6:30 p.m. – An Evening with Mark Twain, Baum Opera House, Tickets $5

Wednesday, June 20 Youth Day

Noon - Youth-related activities and entertainment 3 p.m. – McGovern Ceile Dancers 6 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including Bearcreek Band reunion and Night Reign 7:30 p.m. – Ricky Skaggs (Presented by Kettering Health Network/Sycamore Medical Center)

Thursday, June 21 Ladies Day

7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Activities include a golf outing, walking tours, Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Show, quilt show and euchre tournament. Registration and ticketing info to be announced. Noon to 3 p.m. – Children’s entertainment 4:30 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including AQK, Tim and Anna and Alexis Gomez

Friday, June 22 Municipal Day

Noon – City facility tours and more Noon to 3 p.m. – Children’s entertainment 2 p.m. – Miamisburg High School Alumni Band 3 to 11 p.m. – Center Stage Entertainment, including Star City Community Band, Larry Goodwin, Different and the Same and Ticket to Ride

Saturday, June 23 Closing Day

11 a.m. - Parade 2 p.m. – 73rd Ohio Volunteer Regimental Band 2:30 p.m. – Brothers of the Brush Contest and Kangaroo Court 3:30 p.m. – Sealing of Time Capsule 7 p.m. – Closing Ceremonies 7:30 p.m. – Dayton Philharmonic Concert Band 9:45 p.m. – Fireworks

Don’t forget Spring Fling weekend:May 18-20, Veterans Memorial Park

A free concert by national recording artist Ricky Skaggs is a gift to the community by Sycamore Medical Center.

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Bicentennial merchandise availableA collection of merchandise has been produced that will allow citizens to commemorate this special year in Miamisburg. Keepsakes are available for purchase at the Market Square Building downtown on Wednesdays

and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. Items also will be for sale at many of the events throughout the year.

Products include a specially produced video on the history of Miamisburg

entitled “The River Runs Through.” The video premiered at February’s Founders Day Dinner, and DVDs are available for order. Producers include Carol O’ Connell, Gary Petticrew, Kevin Scheuller, Bobbye Sweny, John Warrington and numerous other support personnel.

Another item sure to be popular is is a Miamisburg-Opoly board game fashioned after the popular Monopoly game. In this local version, players move their tokens along a route that features Miamisburg landmarks, businesses and points of interest.

BICENTENNIAL

Info on TVTwo recent additions to the City’s cable TV programming lineup feature Bicentennial promotion.

Mayor Dick Church, Jr.’s 2018 State of the City address debuted recently with the theme “A Bicentennial Year.” In a twist to his annual presentation, the mayor dons vintage clothing from the 1800s and incorporates numerous historic references from the City’s heritage. He also sports facial hair in support of the Brothers of the Brush exhibition that will showcase bearded men in June. As usual, he also provides an update on various City projects, reviews highlights in the community from 2017 and previews the year ahead.

Secondly, the mayor was joined by Bicentennial Co-Chair Kurt Stueve and Marketing Sub-Committee Co-Chair Kimm Mote on the January episode of Let’s Talk Miamisburg. The trio provided details on a variety of Bicentennial events and activities during the 30-minute program.

Both programs were produced by the Miami Valley Communica-tions Council and can be seen on Spectrum cable’s channel 5 and AT&T’s channel 99. Programming schedules and online viewing for these and other Miamisburg shows, including City Council meetings, are available at mvcc.net. H

The following is a list of souvenirs:Postcard . . . . . . . . . . . . $1 each/six for $5

Magnet . . . . . . . . . . . . $1

Insulated Beverage Sleeve . $2

Silicone Bands - bracelet. . . $2

Cell Phone Wallet. . . . . . . $3

Key Chain . . . . . . . . . . . $3

Lapel Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . $5

Cell Phone Fan . . . . . . . . $10

Coffee Mug . . . . . . . . . . $10

Foldable Lunch Box . . . . . $10

Stainless Steel Mug . . . . . . $15

Blankets . . . . . . . . . . . . $20

Miamisburg-Opoly . . . . . . $25

Dick Church Bobblehead . . $25

Video – “A River Runs Through”. . . . . . . . . . . . TBA

Drums on the Miami

An educational event June 16-17 where visitors will learn about the history, music, dances, culture and traditions of the Native Americans who lived in this area.

Brothers of the Brush

Local men are encouraged to grow beards, which were commonplace in the 1800s. Participants can then be judged in various categories in a June 23 contest, while a Kangaroo Court will assess “fines” to select clean-shaven offenders. H

What is…??

Did you know?Miamisburg was first known as Hole’s Station, named for settler Zachariah Hole.

• If your family has a long history in Miamisburg, the Bicentennial Committee wants to hear from you. Visit the News page at miamisburg200.org and play a game of “How Blue are Your Roots?” By emailing your answers to a few family questions, you’ll earn a place in a new time capsule being prepared for burial.

• Due to Bicentennial activities, the Cruise the ‘Burg auto event slated for June 23 will be held on Second Street south of Central Avenue. Along with an array of vintage vehicles, there will be live entertainment and concessions.

• The Bicentennial Committee and the Miamisburg branch library are co- hosting a lecture and book discussion series entitled, “Miamisburg!! Our Story.” The series is taking place through May on the third Thursday of the month from 2 to 3 p.m. Upcoming themes include the Military (March 15), Faith in God (April 19) and Where are we Going? (May 17). Stop by the branch to inquire about featured book titles.

Bicentennial Briefs

Putting polish on the Star CityThe City of Miamisburg took numerous steps in 2017 to prepare for the Bicentennial spotlight and an influx of visitors. Among the projects to upgrade the appearance around the downtown area:

Riverfront ParkAs soon as the weather permits, work will resume on the latest phase of improvements. Before winter began, a new 1,000-foot roadway with curb and sidewalk was built between Linden Avenue and Ferry Street to replace an alleyway adjacent to the business

district. The $1.6 million project will be completed soon with installation of a final layer of asphalt, new landscaping, upgraded lighting and other aesthetic features.

Indian SculptureThe luster was restored to the Kneeling by the Miami sculpture that welcomes visitors to the Miamisburg Civic Center on First Street. This life-sized depiction of a Miami Indian had accumulated unsightly limestone since its installation in 2002 and was shipped to a contractor in Zanesville for restoration. Private funding through the Miamisburg Community Foundation covered the project cost. This public art was

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Civic Focus is published quarterly by the City of Miamisburg to provide valuable public information to residents. Managing Editor: Gary Giles Design: Julie Zolman Contributor: Kimm Mote Printing: Think Patented

New Vice MayorCity Council conducted one item of official business following Dec. 31 swearing-in ceremonies for the four ward representatives. Members voted to elect second ward Council member Sarah Clark to a two-year term as vice mayor, succeeding Mike McCabe.

Vice Mayor Clark has served on Council for the last eight years and currently represents the City on the Greater Miami Basin Subcommittee and Employee Review Committee. She also is executive director for Common Sense Solutions for Ohio, leads a young mom’s mentoring group called “Empower” and volunteers for the Montgomery County Juvenile Court.

“I am humbled by the opportunity to serve another term and also to be chosen by my colleagues to serve as vice mayor, especially during our Bicentennial year. I’m excited for all we will accomplish together!” H

City News Briefs• City of Miamisburg Finance Director

George Perrine received a regional award this winter. Montgomery County Auditor Karl Keith presented Perrine with his office’s Jesse Haines Award, which is designed to recognize a government finance officer annually who has excelled in the performance of their duties. Perrine has been Miamisburg finance director for over 30 years.

• The City was recently awarded honorable mention status in the League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC) program. It is the first time Miamisburg has been recognized in the program. This designation is a result of the efforts of the City and its Bike Friendly Task Force to create a more bike-friendly community and promote safe bicycling among residents.

• The annual process of flushing hydrants/water mains will begin the week of April 9 and last approximately two weeks. Flushing will not affect most residents, but water could become discolored at times in neighborhoods where flushing is taking place. This water is safe for drinking, and free rust remover can be obtained for any laundry that becomes discolored. Please direct questions to the Public Works Department at 847-6635.

• Premier Health hosted a ground-breaking ceremony in December on a new emergency medical center in Miamisburg in the Austin Center area. H

Did you know?Miamisburg once owned and operated its own electric utility. It was sold to DP&L in 1968.

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Mayor and City CouncilDick Church, Jr., Mayor . . . . . . . 866-2603Sarah Clark, Vice Mayor 2nd Ward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 478-9101Michelle Collins At-Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313-6793 Ryan Colvin At-Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272-6547Mike McCabe 4th Ward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-4077Tom Nicholas 3rd Ward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 859-0297John Stalder 1st Ward. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-7172Greg Thompson At-Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-0550Judy Barney, Clerk of Council . 847-6496

City Administration offices and Council Chambers are located in the Robert H. Mears, Sr., Miamisburg Civic Center at 10 North First Street.

City Council meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays of each month beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings can be seen live on Spectrum Cable, channel 5.

elected@cityofmiamisburg.org

Contact InformationMunicipal Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-3303City Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-6456Water Billing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-6460Municipal Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-2203TDD Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-6490

Public SafetyEMERGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1-1Non-Emergency Service. . . . . 225-HELP (4357)Non-Emergency TDD. . . . . . . . 228-HELP (4357)Police – General Info . . . . . . . 847-6600Fire – General Info. . . . . . . . . . 560-2152

Shelby SpurlockParks & Recreation Dept.

Daniel HoltzmanParks & Recreation Dept.

Ryan MontgomeryPublic Works Department

Ashley StonecashHuman Resources Department

George PerrineFinance Department

Retirement New Faces

Holiday Collection Schedule

March 30 – Refuse collection as usual on Good Friday.

May 28 – No collection on Memorial Day. Schedule for entire week moves back one day.

City tax returns due on April 17The City’s Income Tax office staff is available to assist taxpayers again this year with the completion of their Miamisburg return form. The office is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Civic Center. Forms are available online at ci.miamisburg.oh.us and can be obtained at the Income Tax office. Please note the following about filing:

• Payments can be made from the City’s website (convenience fee applies).

• The office will be closed March 30 due to the Good Friday holiday. Special Saturday hours will be held April 7 from 8 a.m. to noon.

For more information, please see “Income Tax Annual Notice – 2017” in the Tax Forms section of the City website or call the Income Tax office at 847-6462. Calls may not be answered at times as staff assists walk-in taxpayers. H

initiated originally by a local non-profit organization known as the Miami Valley Arts Foundation.

Market Square BuildingThe centerpiece of downtown Miamisburg was given a fresh look with exterior power washing and painting. The contractor on this project had a strong background working with historic structures. The Market Square Building has had numerous public and private uses over the years and is the current home of the Miamisburg Historical Society. H

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