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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION of the VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO
Village Website www.ihill.org
Volume No. LXVII
COUNCIL ACTIONS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
February 25, 2008
• First reading of an ordinance
establishing provisions for
competitive video service
authorizations, establishing fees,
defining certain terms and authorizing
the City Manager to provide certain
notice to the video service providers
offering video service in the Village
of Indian Hill, Ohio pursuant to
state
authorization.
(Council
anticipates passing this ordinance
on an emergency basis
• First reading of an ordinance
changing the charges and fees to be
charged by the Water Works
March 7, 2008
Department of the Village of Indian
Hill for new water service connections
for customers, amending Section 51.37
SERVICE BRANCH REGULATIONS
and changing the rates to be charged
for water supplied to customers, and
amending Section 51.55 RATES of the
Code of Ordinances. (Council expects
to have a second reading on this
ordinance at the March 24, 2008
Council meeting, and a third reading
and emergency passage of the
ordinance at the April 21, 2008
Council meeting. The texts of both
ordinances are available on the
Village Website: www.ihill.org.
Number 24
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ACTIONS
February 19, 2008
• Approved swap of resource
protected areas located on lot #6 of
Morton Meadows Subdivision.
All Village offices will be closed
on Friday March 21 for Good
Friday
• Council expressed unanimous support
for replacing the national police
accreditation program with a locally
based program.
VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL PUBLIC MEETING DATES
MARCH , 2008
Green Areas Advisory Committee
5:30 p.m. March 5, 2008
5:30 p.m. April 2, 2008
Council
7:30 p.m.March 24 , 2008
Planning Commission 7:30 p.m.March 18, 2008
All public meetings are held in the Council Chamber of the Village
Administration Building, 6525 Drake Road. Everyone is encouraged to attend
these “open meetings”. Committee meetings are also open to the public. A
schedule of these meetings may be obtained from the City Manager’s office.
Points of Interest
Pg. 3 2008 Public Works Fire Hydrant
Flushing.
Pg. 4 Fire Dept. “Home Fire Safety”
Pg. 5 Ranger Chat
Pg. 6 Save Our Forests: Green Areas
article & Recyclable Toters for sale
Pg.8 Job Opportunities
Pg. 11 Grand Valley Bass Tournament
and Dog Leash information
Pg. 12 2008 Easter Egg Hunt
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE
Indian Hill Council Chambers are not accessible by disabled persons. However,
all meetings scheduled in Council Chambers may be relocated to an accessible
meeting room within 48 hours advance notice filed with the City Manager’s office.
COPY DEADLINE
FOR NEXT ISSUE
MARCH 14 BY 4:30 PM
FEBRUARY 8, 2008 INDIAN HILL BULLETIN – PAGE 2
THE VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO
CHURCHES
ARMSTRONG CHAPEL
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
5125 Drake Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 - 561-4220
www.armstrongchapel.org
Greg Stover, Senior Pastor
Nathan Custer, Associate Pastor
Stanley Lawrence, Associate Pastor
Lee Tyson, Pastor to Students
8:20 a.m. Traditional Worship in Old Chap
9:40 a.m. Traditional Worship in Sancuary
11:10 a.m. Contemp Worship in Sanctuary
Adult Christian Education at 8:20, 8:45,
9:40 and 11:00
Student Christian Education at 9:40
Children’s Christian Education at
9:40 and 11:00
Nursery care provided at 9:40 and 11:00
Student Ministries on Wed. at 7:00 p.m.
THE INDIAN HILL CHURCH
Episcopal-Presbyterian
6000 Drake Road
Telephone: 561-6805
www.indianhillchurch.org
, Episcopal Rector
David Hawley, Presbyterian Pastor
Michelle Metcalf, Youth Director
Ann Pardue, Christian Education Director
Worship Schedule
8:00 a.m.
Episcopal Holy Eucharst
10:30 a.m.
Morning Worship
(Presbyterian and Episcopal services on
alternating Sundays)
Education for Children Childcare
CINCINNATI FRIENDS MEETING
8075 Keller Road - 791-0788
www.cincinnatifriends.org
Dan Kasztelan, Pastor
Michael Clement, Interim Team Pastor
SUNDAY:
Meeting for Worship
11:00 a.m.
Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m.
(Carry-in lunch every first Sunday of the
month; business meeting every second Sunday)
Nursery and childcare provided
SONRISE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Office: 203 Mill Street Milford, OH 45150
576-6000
Church Services Located at
Mariemont High School
3812 Pocahontas Avenue
Mariemont, Ohio
Jeff Aringgon, Pastor
Schedule of Sunday Services
10:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship and
Children’s Program
Childcare Provided For all Services
HORIZON COMMUNITY CHURCH
6905 Given Road
Cincinnati Country Day
High School Theater 272-5800
Office: 7800 Laurel Avenue, Madeira
Chad Hovind, Teaching Pastor
Schedule of Sunday Service
9:15 a.m.Worship Service 10:30 a.m
Horizon Classic Service - Separate programs
specifically designed for newborn
through high school seniors
GREENACRES ARTS CENTER
8400 Blome Road, 45243
513-793-2787
OFFICIAL DIRECTORY
VILLAGE COUNCIL
6525 Drake Road
Eppa Rixey IV, Mayor
David T. Ottenjohn, Vice Mayor
Joseph Beech, III
Susan K. Holzapfel
Lindsay B. McLean
Keith M. Rabenold
Mark E. Tullis
VILLAGE STAFF
Michael W. Burns, City Manager
561-6500
David M. Couch, Assistant City Manager
Paul C. Riordan, Clerk/Compt.
Donald L. Crain, Solicitor
Connie Eberhart, Tax Comm.
Chuck Schlie, Chief of Police
Police – 561-7000
John Davis, Supt. Water Works
and Public Works Dept.
831-3712
Will McQueen Manager/Park Ranger
of Grand Valley Preserve 979-6221
Steve Ashbrock, Fire Chief
561-7926 – Business
911 – Fire Call
Tim Ingram, Health Commissioner
PLANNING COMMISSION
Paul F. Madden, Chairperson
Jane Koppenhoefer
David T. Ottenjohn
Charles E. Reynolds
Richard C. Wiggers
GREEN AREAS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mr. Noah Fleischmann, Chairman
Mr. T. J. Ackermann
Mrs. Robin Armstrong
Mr. Luke Boswell
Mr. William H. Chatfield
Mrs. Missy Cowan
Mr. Frank Hamilton
Mrs. Carolyn Jones
Mrs. Kathy Kranbuhl
Mrs. Beth Karp
Ms. Pam Middendorff
Ms. Natalie Nesbitt
Mr. Eppa Rixey
Mrs. Lynne Vollmer
Mrs. Diane White
John A. Bentley, Consultant
STANLEY M. ROWE ARBORETUM
4600 Muchmore Road - 561-5151
Christopher P. Daeger
GUN CLUB REPRESENTATIVE
Thomas Kanis, Range Supervisor 831-0994
Peter Tsipis, Assistant Supervisor 831-0994
John E. Gross, Jr., Village Representative 561-0696
PERSONNEL ADVISORY &
APPEALS BOARD
Eric Holzapfel
George Glover
Kim Burke, Chairman
MEDICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Edward H. Miller, M.D.
Mrs. Patricia Timperman, R.S.
Thomas J. Clarke, Jr., D.V.M.
INDIAN HILL EXEMPTED
VILLAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
6855 Drake Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45243
Barbara A. Hopewell, President
Ted Jaroszewicz Vice President
Molly Barber
Elizabeth Johnston
Timothy Sharp
Dr. Jane Knudson, Supt.
Julia J. Toth, Clerk-Treas.
Indian Hill High School
Indian Hill Middle School
Indian Hill Elementary
Indian Hill Primary School
272-4500
272-4522
272-4550
272-4642
272-4703
272-4754
RECREATION COMMISSION
Tom Bolser Chairman
891- 4447
Program Coordinator, JackAlley 979-6212
www.ihrecsports.com
INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
891-1873
Mrs.Andrew C. Hauck III, President
Mrs. Donald C. Harrison, Vice President
Mrs. Frank Welsh, Vice President
Mr. Stephen Schultz, Secretary
Mr. Otto Hausknecht, Treasurer
BULLETIN EDITOR
Joyce Holder
All questions concerning copy for
the Bulletin should be directed to the
Village office at 561-6500. or jholder@ihill.org
NEXT ISSUE OF BULLETIN
APRIL 4, 2008
Please note that all copy for that issue must be
submitted by 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 14
ST. GERTRUDE PARISH
Miami Ave. & Shawnee Run Rd.
Church (513) 561-5954
School (513) 561-8020
Religious Education (513) 561-8369
www.stgertrude.org
Fr. Ken Letoile, Pastor
Sister Mary Sheila O.P., Principal
Shari Siebert, Director of Religious Education
Mass Schedule:
Daily: 7:00, 8:00 & 11:30 AM
Saturday: 4:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 AM
12:30 & 6:00 PM
THE INDIAN HILL CLUB
SWIM & TENNIS
Dot Lane off Shawnee Run Rd.
across from St. Gertrude’s www.ihclub.com
MARCH 7, 2008- INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - PAGE 3
WATER WORKS
Fire Hydrant Flushing
DEPARTMENT
2008 FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING
Each spring, the Indian Hill Water Works in conjunction with the Madeira/Indian Hill Fire Department
conduct the annual fire hydrant flushing program. The flushing program is very important in maintaining
the operation of our water system. Hydrant flushing enhances water quality by removing sediment
from the water mains, verifies proper operation of the hydrants and ensures fire fighting capability.
If you see a crew flushing a hydrant on your street, avoid running tap water and using the
washing machine or dishwasher until the flushing process is complete. In addition, please treat
this like any other work zone and drive carefully when encountering one of our work crews.
This year our flushing program will begin on March 17 and will continue for six weeks. Water
Works crews will be posting signs at intersections to inform residents of flushing in their area.
Hydrant Flushing Purposes
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Verifies that fire hydrants are working properly.
Flushes sediment from water mains.
Checks for closed valves and weak flows in our water system.
Verifies fire flows.
Improves water quality.
Helpful Hints During Hydrant Flushing
• There may be a temporary drop in water pressure.
• Water may become rusty or cloudy. Discolored water is not harmful. This discolored water will
clear up within a few hours.
• Avoid washing laundry during scheduled flushing times. Wait until cold water runs clear at the tap,
then wash a load of dark clothes first.
• If pressure or volume seems low, check your faucet screens for trapped particles.
• Avoid running hot water until cold water tap runs clear. If hot water is discolored after cold water
tap is clear, run hot water tap to allow hot water tank to clear. Hot water tanks can hold discolored
water for some time after the cold water runs clear.
Hydrant Flushing Frequently Asked Questions
Why Is Hydrant Flushing Necessary? Hydrant flushing enhances water quality by flushing sediment from
the water mains. Flushing also verifies the proper operation of hydrants and maintains fire fighting capability.
What Should I Do After Hydrant Flushing?
• If tap water is used during flushing, it could come out full of sediment that causes discoloration. If
you encounter discolor water, shut the water off and wait a several minutes. After waiting, check
the clarity by running cold water for a few minutes allowing new water to work its way into your
pipes. If the water is clear it is OK to use. If not; wait a few minutes and check again. In some
cases, there may be a slight discoloration for a few hours. This discoloration only affects the
appearance of the water; it does not affect the water quality.
• Avoid washing laundry during scheduled flushing times. Wait until the cold water runs clear at the
tap, then wash a load of dark clothes first.
• If pressure or volume seems low, check your faucet screens for trapped particles.
Why Does My Water Look Funny After Hydrant Flushing?
When a hydrant is opened, there will be incidences of discolored water while fine sediment particles are
flushed out. There is no health hazard associated with the discolored water. Allow a few hours for discoloration to
dissipate. To verify water is clear, run your cold water for a few minutes.
Who Do I Call If My Water Just Won’t Clear Up?
If discolored water persists for more than a few hours, please contact the billing office at 561-6679.
MARCH 7, 2008 - INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - PAGE 4
Hydrant Flushing Schedule
March 17 through March 21
Alberly, Buckingham, Cunningham, Drewry Farm, Fox Hollow, Given (between Terrace Park & Cunningham), Hawk
Ridge, Holly Hill, Kroger Farm, Kugler Mill (between Camp Dennison & Camargo), Meadow Grove, Mira Lake, Red Bird
Hollow, Shawnee Run (between S.R. 126 & Drake), Whitegate, Wyman.
March 24 through March 28
Deep Run, Drake ( between Shawnee Run & Camargo), Given (north of Camargo), Keller (between Given & Loveland
Madeira), Old Hickory, Old stable, Pipewell, Post & Rail, Spooky Hollow (between Given & Loveland Madeira), Tangle
Ridge;
March 31 through April 4
Adams, Ahwenasa, Camargo Club, Chinquapin, Chumani, Crabtree, Demar, Drake (between Indian Hill & Shawnee
Run), Graves (between Drake & Miami), Graves Lake, Greylock, Hunters Trail, Loan Oak, Marblehead, Miami (between
Shawnee Run & water tower), Mohican, North Clippinger, Peregrine, Rettig, Sentinel Ridge, Shadyglen, Shawnee Run
(between Drake & Miami), South Clippinger, Sugarun, Surryhill, Towhee, Tupelo;
April 7 through April 11
Blome, Calderwood, Deer Crossing, Eagle Ridge, Finley, Fox Cub, Hoffman Farm, Keller (west of Blome), Kugler Mill
(west of Loveland Madeira), Loveland Madeira, Manor Hill, Perin, Ravenswalk, Remington, Sleepy Hollow, Spiritwood,
Spooky Hollow (west of Loveland Madeira), Spooky Ridge, Tall Trail;
Algonquin, Annesdale, Beacon Hill, Brill, Burley Hills, Camaridge, Camaridge Place, Cayuga, Drake (south of Indian
Hill), Eustisfarm, Foxgate, Graves (west of Miami), Hilltop, Indian Heights, Indian Hill (west of Drake), Indian Run,
Indian Trail, Miami (south of water tower), Muchmore Point, sorrel, Summerhouse, Taft Place, Tecumseh, Varner, Walnut
Woods;
Brill (between Drake & Miami), Brillwood, Councilrock, Graves (between Miami & Pamlico), Greydonmeadow,
Hobbit, Indian Hill (east of Drake), Indian Ridge, Ivy Farm, Noel, Old Indian Hill, Pamlico, Red Fox, Stonebarn, Walton
Creek, Waring, William Henry Harrison, Willow Hills.
Home Fire Safety: Consider the Candle and the Cigarette
Two of the biggest causes of residential fires are the candle and the cigarette. Annually, candles are responsible for about
18,000 residential fires and cigarettes cause about 80,000 fires. These fires contribute to most residential home fire deaths—
with cigarettes fires being the uncontested winner—killing about 800 people each year in the United States.
Despite more stringent regulations for fire-resistive upholstery and bedding materials, Cigarettes, other “smoking
materials” and candles continue to be major preventable causes for residential fires. The health hazard of smoking is well
documented—we’ll concentrate on the FIRE safety hazard here.
To reduce the risk of fire from cigarettes in your home, NEVER smoke is bed. Extinguish all smoking materials carefully
and thoroughly and always use an appropriate ashtray to hold such materials during smoking. Before final discard – smoking
materials should be rechecked and/or wetted before being placed in a trash can. Preferably, the trash can receiving such
materials should always be OUTSIDE.
Candle safety starts with the realization that a candle is an open flame—a source of fire! Only burn candles under
constant supervision. Never leave your house, the room or go to sleep with a candle burning. A minimum of 1 foot should
exist between a candle and any flammable material. Pay close attention to curtains that might be blown into the flame.
Preferable, all candles should be burned in a special candle holder, with a “hurricane” surrounding.
Common to both cigarette and candle safety is to closely control and supervise matches and lighters. Both should
always be kept out of the reach of children.
Candles and Cigarettes --- Just a few words toward your fire safety from the Madeira & Indian Hill Joint Fire District.
We work for you—call us with questions and concerns!
RANGER CHAT
There is a new look to the Rangers this year. Starting February 1st, the winter uniform has returned to a green
shirt and green pants. The uniform is reminiscent of the Rangers history with the West Virginia State Police. In
1929, Sergeant Lynn Black was recruited from the West Virginia State Police, to become the first Police Chief.
Sergeant Black resigned from the Rangers in February 1931 to head the newly formed Hamilton County Police
Patrol and later left there to become the first Superintendent of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The summer
uniform will return to the tan shirt and green pants.
Also this year, new patrol squads were started. The police department consists of four squads, each of which
has a lieutenant, three patrolmen and a dispatcher. Beginning this month, a squad preview will be done.
This month’s squad is lead by Lieutenant Rich White. In May of this year, he will begin his 20th year with the
department. He was promoted to lieutenant in 1999. Rich received a B.A. in History from North Carolina State
University and played several years of professional baseball.
Ptl. Shawn Perdue started with the Rangers in 2003. Shawn began his career in 1998. Through his career,
Shawn has been a firearms instructor, school resource officer and has been a member of the S.W.A.T. team. He
served in the United States Army Reserve as a Military Policeman and holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice from
Northern Kentucky University.
Ptl. Keith Lang has been a police officer since 1995. He has been with the Rangers since 2003. Keith is the
departments Crash Reconstructionist. He has a B.A. in Criminology from The Ohio State University.
Disp. Rachel Lefker started with the Rangers in June of 2006. Rachel has been a dispatcher since 1995. During
her career, she has been a shift supervisor with Clermont County Communications. Rachel has received training
through The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials Institute.
This squad is currently short a patrolman. This position should be filled in April.
(L-R) Ptl. Shawn Perdue, Lt. Rich White, Disp. Rachel Lefker, Ptl. Keith Lang
Police Solicitations
Several times a year, the Rangers receive calls from residents with regards to phone solicitations claiming to
represent the Rangers or other local police agencies. The solicitor may be calling in reference to youth organizations,
police athletic leagues and may mention the Highway Patrol, Sheriff’s Departments or the Fraternal Order of
Police (FOP). While these groups may be legitimate, we do not authorize our agencies name to be used in their
solicitation. The Indian Hill Rangers Benefit Fund, comprised exclusively of current and retired Rangers, is the
only legitimate 501 (c) (4) organization that represents the police officers of Indian Hill. While the Indian Hill
Rangers Benefit Fund does accept private donations, it does not solicit over the phone. If you receive a call like
this, we recommend getting as much information as possible before donating. If you are ever in doubt about any
business or charity, check the organization with the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org or 513-421-3015. If
there are any questions, call the Rangers.
If you have any questions about this article or any crime prevention topic, please contact me at 561-7000 or
crimeprevention@ihill.org.
Ptl. Dean Ramsey
Crime Prevention Specialist,
Indian Hill Rangers
SAVE OUR FORESTS
BY BETH KARP, NOAH
FLEISHMAN, JOHN BENTLEY
Invasive plants were mostly brought
from other parts of the world by wellintentioned gardeners and landscapers.
Gradually the seeds from these plants
were spread by birds throughout the
region, well beyond the borders of the
carefully tended gardens they were
meant to beautify. Now invasive plants
compete with our native flora for water
and sunlight. They grow rampantly and
take over host tree canopies, using them
as support and eventually killing them.
They also crowd out native wildflowers
on the forest floor.
It is our hope to establish an annual
invasive plant management program.
Many municipalities around the
country have been doing this with
great success. Our plan is to start with
the removal of honeysuckle on visible
Green Areas property, starting with a
newly acquired parcel on Muchmore
Road. Eventually we plan to remove
invasive plants from a majority of
Green Areas property, the goal being to
bring back the natural aesthetic beauty
and health of our forests.
Residents are urged to clear their own
properties of non-native plants that are
having so negative an impact on our
many wooded acres. Information about
how to eradicate invasive plants will be
made available to residents in upcoming
bulletin articles. In the meantime, now is
an ideal time to kill honeysuckle plants,
before the leaves come out. The simple
process requires that immediately after
the honeysuckle trunk is cut, using
a chain saw or heavy-duty pruning
saw, a concentrated dose of Roundup
–type brush killer (glyphosate) must
be applied to the fresh cut within
minutes. If the roundup is not applied
immediately, the cut will seal and the
roots will generate new growth within
weeks. Temperature should be above
50 degrees F.
For further information about
invasive plants, please visit the Midwest
Invasive Plant Network website
http://www.mipn.org/ or The Ohio
Nature Conservancy Invasive plant
distribution map and look for future
articles in the bulletin.
Recycling Toters
Available for Purchase
The new recycling toters are now
available for purchase. There are two
sizes to choose from. A 64 gallon
toter is available for $55.00 and a 95
gallon toter is available for $63.00.
The dimensions of the 64 gallon toter
are 24 inches by 24 inches square and
44 inches tall. The 95 gallon toter is
30 inches by 30 inches and 48 inches
tall. They both have wheels for easy
handling and a lid to keep in odor and
seal out rain or pests. All recycling can
now be mixed together. We also accept
cardboard and mixed paper along with
the other recyclables. Toters are to be
used for RECYCLING ONLY, we do
not have the equipment to lift toters on
our garbage collection vehicles. If you
are interested in purchasing a recycling
toter, please call the Public Works
Department at 831-3712.
Acceptable Recycling
Material
Paper and Cardboard
Newspaper, mixed paper, office
paper, magazines, milk cartons,
cereal boxes, junk mail and
cardboard are ALL ACCEPTABLE.
Boxes must be empty and broken
down. Large amounts of boxes must
be scheduled as a special pickup by
calling the Public Works Department
at 831-3712.
Plastic
All plastic bottles and jars with
a #1 or #2 recycling symbol on the
bottom.
Aluminum Beverage and Steel
Food Cans
Soda, pop, beer, and steel food or
soup cans are acceptable.
Glass
All glass bottles and jars are
acceptable. Please no used pesticide
or herbicide containers, window
glass, light bulbs, mirrors, or
ceramics.
ROWE ARBORETUM NEWS
Hopefully you have seen
invitations in earlier issues of this
bulletin to visit the arboretum. If
not, the offer is still open. Please
feel free to come and view over
1500 different kinds of woody
plants, all displayed and many
labeled, while you leisurely stroll
the gravel paths. Come and enjoy
the quiet surroundings and let your
mind wander. We hope you don’t
mind a small distraction now and
then though. Over a hundred and
fifty different kinds of birds have
been spotted among the gardens and
they can’t be trusted to be quiet all
the time. Spring is coming soon but
try not to wait until then.
Since our collections are centered
around evergreen types, the late
winter snows and ice do add a little
something extra to the gardens. So
bring your camera!
Where is the Arboretum? It’s at
4600 Muchmore Road and is open
from dawn to dusk everyday.
Annual membership renewal
notices will be arriving shortly.
The Stanley M. Rowe Arboretum
Committee wishes to thank all of
you who support the Arboretum with
your very generous contributions
and
voluntary
memberships.
Even though admission is free,
memberships and other support
efforts help the Arboretum get
closer to its goal of being selfsustaining. It is hopeful that the
Arboretum someday can rely on its
own endowment. Our members are
helping us achieve that goal and for
that we are very much appreciative.
Would you like more information
about becoming a member? Please
do not hesitate to call 561-5151 or
email us at rowearb@ihill.org. We’ll
be glad to send you an information
packet. Thank you.
BULLETIN INSERTS
Bulletin inserts are only for
Village associated organizations such
as churches, scouts, schools, clubs,
committees, Historical Society and
Greenacres. They are not for personal
or business advertising. Because the
printer has to collate all the flyers and
insert them by hand, they must be
printed on 20 lb. paper. Please send no
more than one insert per publication.
Also, consider putting an ad in instead
of an insert. We can print a page or 1/2
page. The deadline for getting a flyer in
the Bulletin is the same as the deadline
for articles. For more information, call
Joyce Holder at the Village office at
561-6500 or email jholder@ihill.org
SPCA CINCINNATI SEARCHING FOR AN ANIMAL HERO
Animal Hero to be honored at 2008 Fur Ball
Is your dog or cat a hero? If so SPCA Cincinnati wants to hear about it. SPCA Cincinnati is holding a contest for their
Animal Hero Award. To qualify, write a one-page essay on why your animal is a hero. Your essay must be received no later
than March 24, 2008.
Please send your essay, along with your name, address and phone number to: info@spcacincinnati.org or mail directly
to: SPCA Cincinnati, Animal Hero Award Contest, 3949 Colerain Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223.
The winner of this contest will receive the 2008 Animal Hero Award from SPCA Cincinnati and will be awarded two
tickets to SPCA Cincinnati’s 2008 Fur Ball, Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the Duke Energy Center.
The top three animal hero stories will be published in the 2008 Fur Ball catalog.
The winner will be contacted by phone no later than March 31, 2008.
SPCA Cincinnati, located at 3949 Colerain Avenue and 11900 Conrey Road (temporarily closed), is a private not-forprofit organization that serves animals and families 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. The shelter provides adoption services,
reunites lost animals with their owners, offers obedience training, and prevents animal cruelty. Through humane education
programs, the SPCA’s goal is to instill a love of all life in children and adults alike. For more information about SPCA
Cincinnati, visit the web site at www.SPCACincinnati.org or call (513) 541-6100.
MARCH7, 2008- INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - PAGE 8
SUMMER JOB STEPHAN FIELD
The Indian Hill Recreation Commission is now
accepting applications for a position at Stephan Field
for the summer park program. The program will
run from June 16 through August 1, 2008. Hours
will be from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day.
This is a full time position as a Park Director
Applications should include:
SUMMER JOB STEPHAN FIELD
The Indian Hill Recreation Commission is now accepting
applications for a position at Stephan Field for the summer
park program. The program will run from June 16 through
August 1, 2008. Hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
each day.
This is a full time position as an assistant to the two
Park Directors
Applications should include:
Name
Address
School or Non-Summer Employment
Telephone Number
Experience and qualifications
Interest
Name, address, and telephone number of a reference.
Name
Address
School or Non-Summer Employment
Telephone Number
Experience and qualifications
Interest
Name, address, and telephone number of a reference.
Please mail applications by April 1st to:
Please mail applications by April 1st to:
Jack Alley
Recreation Coordinator
6525 Drake Road
Jack Alley
Recreation Coordinator
6525 Drake Road
IH Historical Society Administrator
For the first time in more than 15 years, the Indian Hill Historical Society, a non-profit organization, is seeking
candidates to fill the position of Administrator. The mission statement of the Society is “Keeping Indian Hill’s
Past and Present Alive for the Future.” To assist in fulfilling this mission, the successful applicant will demonstrate
proficiency in the following:
• Clear and creative writing of program materials and news releases
• Accurate accounting of income and expenses
• Supervising property maintenance
• Assisting in planning and executing monthly program meetings
• Working with a volunteer Board of Trustees
This is a paid position and requires 30 to 40 hours per week. Please send resumes to Rosemary Welsh, P.O.
Box 42861, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242 or via email to rdwelsh@vorys.com
MEET THE NEWEST EMPLOYEES OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Ken Ratliff
Hello, my name is Ken Ratliff. I have worked for the Public Works
Dept. since May 2007. I am 34 and have been married to my wife
Valerie for 8 yrs. We have two daughters, Caitlin (7) and Lauren
(3). My family & I reside in Bethel. I previously worked in the
automotive service industry where I was a technician for fourteen yrs.
& shop foreman 2 yrs. In my time away from work, I enjoy working
in my garage at home on various projects. I am excited & happy to
be working for the Village & am looking forward to many years of
service
Jared Hamann
Hello, my name is Jared Hamann. I started with the
Village of Indian Hill in May of 2007 after leaving a
restoration and detail company I worked with for over
eight yrs. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with
my wife Alicia, who I’ve been with for almost 5 yrs. and
my sixteen month old son Cohen. Some of my hobbies
include playing softball & golf. I look forward to serving
the Village for many years to come
Ron Freson
Hello, my name is Ron Freson. I’m 23 yrs old & have
been employed with the Village of Indian Hill since July
2007. I currently work in the waste collections dept.every
Tuesday through Thursday and perform various other
tasks on the remaining days. I’m looking forward to a
bright future with the Village in my years to come. When
I’m not working for the Village, I’m busy remodeling my
first house. In my spare time, I enjoy playing softball &
hanging out with friends
Joel Brinson
Hello, my name is Joel Brinson; I am twenty five years old.
I have been an employee of the Village of Indian Hill since
August of 2007. My previous employer was the Greenacres
Foundation on Spooky Hollow Road. I enjoy spending time
with my wife and two young daughters. I spend my free time
hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. I look forward to
being a member of the Service Department for many years
to come.
Brian Counts
Hello, my name is Brian Counts. I began employment with the Village in May
of 2007 after leaving my lawn care and landscaping business. My current
position within the waste division entails weekly service to the residents. I
have resided in Cincinnati my entire life and enjoy spending my free time
with my wife and two daughters. My hobbies include outdoor activities
such as mountain biking, landscaping, auctions and E-bay. It has been an
honor to join the Indian Hill Public Works Dept. I proudly look forward to
providing superior service to the residents and maintaining the Village for
the entire duration of my career.
2008-2009
INDIAN HILL
PHONE DIRECTORY
Preparation for the new Indian Hill Phone Directory is underway and will be printed in the Spring of 2008.
Please check your directory listing for correct spelling and phone number. If you are new to the Village and are
not listed in the 2006-2007 Directory please send your name, address and phone # to the address below. Also, let
us know if you would like both husband and wife’s name listed and/or children’s phone number.
Send all corrections or additions for the directory to the address below. Or email it to jholder@ihill.org
Village of Indian Hill
Joyce R. Holder
6525 Drake Road
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Bradley Wurth Johnson
Member of Sigma Alpha Lambda
Sigma Alpha lambda is proud to announce that Bradley Wurth Johnson of Cincinnati, OH, has recently become
recognized as a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda. National Leadership and Honors Organization at the University
of Georgia. Sigma Alpha Lambda is a national leadership and honors organization dedicated to promoting and
rewarding academic achievement and providing members with opportunities for community service, personal
development, and lifelong professional fulfillment.
Brad Johnson is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson of Indian Hill.
Grand Valley 3rd Annual Bass Fishing Tournament
Saturday, April 26, 2008
7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Lunch provided after weigh-in
*Team* Registration Fee - $25.00
*One team member must be an Indian Hill Water Customer
Photo ID required at time of registration
Registration forms can be picked up at the
Village of Indian Hill Administration Building
Registration deadline is Monday, April 21, 2008 by 4:00 p.m.
All Registration forms and fees must be turned in at the
Indian Hill Administration Building
For any questions, call Will McQueen at 513-979-6221
Dogs on Leash
The management at Grand Valley Preserve is requesting cooperation from all
visitors of the Preserve. It is mandatory that all dogs be kept on a leash during the
bird-nesting season. The Preserve not only has numerous species of waterfowl
nesting, but also has Woodcock, Killdeers, and the rare Cricket Frogs that nest on the shoreline.
Visitors will be given one warning. On the second violation, they will be requested to leave the
Preserve. The leash restriction will be in effect from March 15 through June 30, 2008. A major
part of the mission statement at Grand Valley is to protect the wildlife and the environment by
maintaining low impact activities at the Preserve. While all other nature preserves require dogs to be
JOHN RUTHVEN PAINTING
LIMITED EDITION PRINT
AVAILABLE TO PUBLIC
The Grand Valley property, purchased by the Village, inspired noted wildlife artist John Ruthven to paint a picture entitled
“The Great Blue Heron of Grand Valley.” Mr. Ruthven donated the painting to the village to help raise funds to support the
Grand Valley preserve area through a print program. The original print is on display at the Village Administration office.
The Village has purchased a limited edition of 200 signed and numbered prints that are being sold unframed for $75.00 each
available on a first come first serve basis. The prints can be purchased at the Village Administration office, 6525
Drake Road. Payment for the prints should be made by cash or check, made out to the Village of Indian Hill.
Please call 561-6500 for more information or questions.
MARCH 7, 2008 – INDIAN HILL BULLETIN – PAGE 12
THE KEEP ON DANCING
BALLET & MODERN JAZZ STUDIO
STUDENTS OF MRS. JONATHAN ROSENTHAL
ARE WINNERS AGAIN!
Students of Mrs. Jonathan Rosenthal, Director of the MRS. ROSENTHAL WAS VERY PROUD
Keep on Dancing Ballet & Modern Jazz Studio, attended OF EVERY ONE OF HER STUDENTS. SHE
the Dance Educators of America Competition on January CONGRATULATES THEM ALL.
26, 2008.
Soloists won the following awards.
•Ballet “Serenity” Platinum 3rd Grand Champion in
THE 2008
Division & a Scholarship
VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL
•Ballet “Magic Garden” Gold 2nd Grand Champion in
Division, and a Scholarship
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
Won the Delicious & Delightful Technique Award
WILL TAKE PLACE
Won Best Demi Pliay
• Ballet Pointe “Tchaikovsky Waltz - Gold and a
AT STEPHAN FIELD
Scholarship.
ON SUNDAY, MARCH 16
Gold trophies were awarded to the following Duet
• Ballet ” Illumination which also won 1st Grand
2:00 p.m.
Champion in.Division. Awarded 2 scholarships.
• Duet Ballet “Romance” which also won 3rd Grand RAIN DAY WILL BE AT 2:00 pm
Champion in Division
ON SATURDAY MARCH 22
• Duet Lyrical “Now we are Free”
• Ballet Group “Lost in Paradise” also won 1st Grand
Champion in Division.
• Ballet Group “Mirror of Dreams” Won the smooth
as silk Award for dancing in unison and smooth
technique.
• Ballet Group “Ballet Variation” also won 3rd Grand
Champion in Division. Won the Best Costuming
overall.
Grand Champion awards are presented to the dances
with the overall highest points in their division.
Mrs. Rosenthal was presented with a prestigious cash
Emerald Ash Borer Update
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been found in more locations in Hamilton County since the county’s first in early
2007. There are now 5 confirmed infestations, 4 of which are in Anderson Township and Newtown. None have been found
in Indian Hill as of yet.
EAB is an invasive insect pest from Asia which feeds on all ash species. It is presumed to have arrived in the U.S. during
the 1990’s in various forms of wood crating. In the U.S. there are no known predators, so presently the insect has no natural
enemies here and has free reign to kill every ash tree in North America.
The borer does its damage in the larval stage tunneling under the bark and feeding on the living tissues, resulting in
girdling and death of the above portions of the tree. They can grow into adults, emerge, mate, and re-infest lower on the
same tree or move onto other ashes. It does not matter what the health of the tree is, healthy or dying, they will attack it.
34 counties in Ohio have been quarantined which means there are laws that stipulate there cannot be any transportation
of hardwood products out of those counties. Federal law also covers the quarantine for the state of Ohio which does not
allow any wood products to cross state lines. These quarantines apply to all non-coniferous (cone-bearing) species. No
logs, firewood, lumber, mulch, etc. may be moved out of a quarantined county or state. Heavy fines are levied if caught.
Quite a number of ash trees are in Indian Hill and Hamilton County with some areas having up to 25% of the existing
forest made up of ashes. A stand of newly infested trees can be totally eliminated in 6 years. A single infested tree may take
up to 5-6 years to die.
Applying insecticides will not eradicate the borer, but it is possible to apply certain products to help protect an ash. No
product has yet to be 100% effective. Approximately 10 products are currently under ongoing research studies. Our native
ash tree borers unfortunately require a different insecticide for control, so it is even costlier to try to completely protect an
ash tree at this time. So far it has been proven that smaller trees are the easiest to save.
A bright spot of hope appeared in 2007 as a parasitoid wasp was discovered on EAB outside of the trial area where
research was being done with another natural parasite. It is hopeful that someday this will result in a biological control of
EAB. In the meantime we can only help prevent its spread and possibly treat the trees that are important in our landscape.
Options given at a recent lecture are as follows. 1. Do nothing and let nature take its course. 2. Removal of ash trees and
replace before an infestation occurs. 3. Annual insecticide applications must be given non-stop to even hope for a tree’s safe
future.
It has been noted that many communities have already put policies and procedures in place concerning their dealings
with this invasion. It has been recommended that if you have an ash tree that is going to need a certain degree of pruning
care in the foreseeable future, it may be more economical to go ahead with its removal now and plant another tree specie
in its place. If your tree is fine and not in proximity of a current infestation, you can invest in preventative insecticidal
treatments or wait until a solution comes along.
Main items to look for when inspecting your ash trees are these. Infested trees die from the top down and the tree will
grow many new sprouts below the damaged or killed upper portions. If this is the case and you have 1/8” diameter D-shaped
adult exit holes in the bark, chances are you have EAB. Another indicator are serpentine tunnels filled with frass (sawdustlike borer poop) found under the bark. It is highly recommended that you call 1-888-OHIO-EAB to report any findings such
as those listed here.
Please also be aware of unscrupulous people scamming homeowners into treatments or tree removals. It is highly
recommended that you investigate tree care companies with the Better Business Bureau and avoid advice from unsolicited
sources.
For more information and pictures of EAB and its destruction, check out these websites:
www.emeraldashborer.info
www.ohioagriculture.gov/eab
www.ashalert.osu.edu
Submitted by:
Chris Daeger
Rowe Arboretum
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INDIAN HILL WOMEN’S CIVIC CLUB
Our January meeting was held in the home of Rose
Topping for a pot luck lunch. Jackie DeWitt, who is a preplanning advisor for the Spring Grove Cemetery, gave a very
informative talk which we all enjoyed.
On February 27, Carole Monday will talk about Hamilton
County parks and Ohio heritage Food and Herbs.
Please join us. For more information, you may call
President Maxine Blotter at 561-7523 or Rose Topping at
271-8681.
Indian Hill’s Siple Wins Marvin Lewis
Coach of the Year Award High School
Football Coach to be Honored February 21
Indian Hill High School’s Kevin Siple has been named
the winner of the Marvin Lewis Coach of the Year Award
presented by National City. Cincinnati Bengals Head Coach
Marvin Lewis will present Siple with the award on February
21 at the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete
Banquet at the Hilton Netherland Plaza.
The award honors one of the Tri-State’s best high school
football coaches for their contributions on the field as well
as their teaching skills, sportsmanship, dedication to their
players and the community and commitment to education.
“Kevin is a great coach and mentor for his players at
Indian Hill,” said Lewis. “The impact he and his wife are
making with their foundation serves as a great example of
community involvement for us all.” In the past year, Siple and his wife, Sharon, started a
foundation that helps single moms provide support for their
families. Their foundation has reached out to many families
in need throughout the Tri-State, and has great potential
to make a difference in families beyond the Indian Hill
borders.
As the Head Coach of Indian Hill’s football team for
the past 15 years, Siple has taken his team to the OHSAA
playoffs eight times and earned five league championships.
In addition to these accomplishments, Siple has also led
two back-to-back undefeated seasons that led to many of
his players earning league, area and state honors. Siple has
vastly increased the football program at Indian Hill with
the high school program nearing 100 student-athletes. The
middle school program continues to grow, and the youth
program he put in place years ago, continues to support and
develop the younger players.
Past recipients of the Marvin Lewis Coach of the Year
Award are Troy Everhart (Winton Woods High School,
2006), Mike Martin (Taft High School, 2005), Rodney
Roberts (Springboro High School, 2004) and the inaugural
winner, Steve Channell (Edgewood High School, 2003).
For more information about the Marvin Lewis Community
Fund, visit www.marvinlewis.org.
Indian Hill Middle School presents Willy
Wonka Junior, Friday, Friday, April 4, and
Saturday, April 5 at 7:00 pm in the Indian
Hill High School Auditorium, 6865 Drake
Road. Written by Roald Dahl and directed
by Jill Fanning. Music directed
by Heather Koester
Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy
man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage
adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Willy
Wonka, the owner of a magical and mysterious chocolate
factory invites the audience to join him in a world of pure
imagination. Although Wonka excels at making candy, he
is ready to retire and find some bright spark to continue his
candy confectioning.
The Cast includes; Jennifer Alexander, Sarah Dorger,
Michelle Dunham, Tekla Gaughan, Amelia Herschede, Alexa
Harris, Emily Hooker, Maria Hooker, Will Jaroszewicz, Sam
Knowles, Sara Kuhn, Sarah Lowe, Lauren Lytle, Joshua
Motley, Olivia Pesci, Blair Powers, Hugh Strike, Courtney
Toler, Zach Whittington.
With a cast, crew, and ensemble of over 60 middle school
students grades 6th – 8th participating in the production, Willy
Wonka Junior will delight performers and audiences alike!
Songs include: Pure Imagination; Golden Age of Chocolate;
The Candy Man; I Eat More; Think Positive; I See It All On
TV; Cheer Up, Charlie; (I’ve Got a) Golden Ticket; At The
Gates; In This Room Here; Oompa-Loompa-DoompadeeDoo; There’s No Knowing; Chew It; I Want It Now!; Finale;
and more!
Tickets are $5 at the door. Box office opens at 6:15 pm
Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5. All proceeds benefit
the Indian Hill Middle School theatre programs. For more
information, contact Martha Carroll Stephen, 513-519-5524
or martha.stephen@ih.K12.oh.us/ To order tickets prior to
the night of show go to this link. http://www.ih.k12.oh.us/.
NewsUpdates/MACS/WillyWonka2008tickets.pdf
CCDS Inducts Students into Cum Laude Society
The Cincinnati Country Day School chapter of the Cum Laude Society inducted 14 new members during its annual
assembly on February 5th. The Cum Laude Society was founded at the Tome School in Maryland in 1906 with the purpose
of encouraging and recognizing true scholarship among secondary school students. The Society consists of 344 chapters,
approximately two dozen of which are located in public schools and the rest in independent schools in the United States,
Canada, England, France, and Spain. Approximately 4000 students are inducted nationwide each year.
At CCDS, students are inducted into the Society on the basis of their grade point averages during the previous year and
the first semester of the current year. Ten percent of the members of each graduating class are inducted as juniors, and an
additional ten percent are inducted as seniors. They are honored at an Upper School assembly in February, and then again
at a dinner in March, where they receive their Cum Laude pins.
This year’s inductees are
Class of 2008
Josef Beyersdorfer (Terrace Park)
Jeffrey Bismayer (Indian Hill)
Amanda Cohen (Indian Hill)
Peter Dayton (Terrace Park)
Utsav Hegde (Blue Ash)
Varun Kejriwal (Blue Ash)
Kyle Scully (Taft)
Class of 2009
Kevin Breneman (Anderson)
Amanda Meixner (Indian Hill)
Allison Rue (Loveland)
Brittani Smith (Forest Park)
Anna-Alycia Tucker (Mason)
Maxfield Victor (Anderson)
Sara Yacyshyn (Anderson)
The following members of the Class of 2008 were inducted last year as juniors:
Maya Amoils (Indian Hill)
Kyle Ayers (Loveland)
Samantha Barney (Newtown)
Carly Cantor (Blue Ash)
Brooke Heinichen (Indian Hill)
Rick Hynden (Indian Hill)
David Pease (Indian Hill)
Annie Racine (Mariemont)
Photo ID for photo:
Front row – seated – Jeffrey Bismayer, Trey Dayton, Utsav Hegde, Varun Kejriwal, Maya Amoils, Rick Hynden,
Carly Cantor, Brooke Heinichen, Joey Beyersdorfer
Back row – standing – Brittani Smith, Amanda Meixner, Kevin Breneman, Sara Yacyshyn, Allison Rue, Anna-Alycia
Tucker, Annie Racine, Amanda Cohen
Missing from photo: Kyle Scully, Max Victor, Kyle Ayers, Samantha Barney, David Pease
Cincinnati Country Day School, established in 1926, is a private, independent, college preparatory school serving
children from early childhood (18 months ) to grade 12. The school is conveniently located in Indian Hill on a beautiful
62-acre campus with over 800 students from 36 public school districts and 54 zip codes.
A Healthier Ride to School
Submitted by: Jasmin Watson-El, Public Affairs Intern
The bus ride to school just got healthier for children in the Southwest Ohio region. Mobile sources, like
school buses, that run each day for hours on end, are being retrofitted to reduce harmful pollutants released into the
air. Ken Edgell, Environmental Administrative Coordinator for Hamilton County Department of Environmental
Services (HCDOES), created the Southwest Ohio Clean Diesel Campaign. Edgell wants “to provide a healthier
ride and environment for school kids who are on the buses every day.”
Goals of the campaign include:
• To reduce the air pollution from diesel-powered engines including school buses, on-road and off-road
vehicles.
• To retrofit all 1994-2004 diesel-powered school buses in Southwest Ohio (approximately 800), to provide
a cleaner, healthier ride to school for children.
• To educate transportation managers about the numerous emissions reduction devices available for dieselpowered engines.
• To promote the successes of the campaign to local media outlets.
To date, through grants obtained from the U.S. EPA’s Voluntary Diesel Retrofit Program ($120,000); the Duke
Energy Foundation ($100,000); and, the OhioKentuckyIndiana Regional Council of Governments ($24,000), a
total of 265 school buses have been retrofitted with diesel oxidation catalysts since 2004. As a result, approximately
15,900 pounds of pollutants have been removed from these 265 buses annually. Emission reductions are estimates
because of the varying ages of the buses involved and the varying miles traveled per year.
School districts that have partnered with HCDOES in the Clean Diesel Campaign include Bethel-Tate, Deer
Park, Finneytown, Forest Hills, Franklin City, Hamilton City, Indian Hill, Lakota, Loveland, Mariemont, Mason
City, Mt. Healthy, New Richmond, Northwest, Oak Hills, Princeton, Ross, St. Bernard/Elmwood Place, Three
Rivers and Winton Woods. Within the next year, more than one hundred buses will be retrofitted.
Diesel exhaust is a health concern because it consists of fine particulate matter and thousands of gases.
Particulate matter is a complex mixture of extremely small particles and liquid droplets such as acids (like nitrates
and sulfates), organic chemicals, metals, and soil or dust particles. The size of particles is directly linked to their
potential for causing health problems. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is concerned about particles
that are 10 micrometers in diameter or smaller because those are the particles that generally pass through the
throat and nose and directly enter the lungs. Once inhaled, these particles can affect the heart and lungs and cause
serious health effects.
Diesel exhaust from school buses contains particulate matter and toxic air contaminants including arsenic
and formaldehyde. Diesel exhaust can cause chronic bronchitis, cardiovascular problems, cancer and decreased
lung function in children. It is very important for schools, parents and their children to be educated about the
health problems associated with environmental pollutants like diesel exhaust.
To help educate the public about diesel exhaust, the EPA’s Clean School Bus USA program has partnered
with Scholastic to write, illustrate and publish “The Magic School Bus Gets Cleaned Up.” In the book, Ms.
Frizzle and her students explore the pollution emitted from their own diesel school bus and learn how to reduce
the emissions as they find themselves traveling through a diesel engine. At the end of the book, the “Magic School
Bus” gets its own pollution control device, a diesel particulate-matter filter. For information on obtaining a copy
of this edition of the “Magic School Bus,” visit http://www.epa.gov/cleanschoolbus/msb-book.htm
For more information on the Southwest Ohio Clean Diesel Campaign, please contact Ken Edgell at (513)
946-7751 or at ken.edgell@hamilton-co.org or visit www.epa.gov/cleanschoolbus/.
PAINTING
Painting, Drywall, Plaster repairs & Tile
work. Interior and exterior painting.
Complete Interior painting, wallpaper
removal, & plaster repairs; kitchen & bath
tile & tile repairs. Insured & neat, Madeirabased. I. H. refs, owner at your project
100%. James Taylor 513-313-4838
Painting & Construction, interior & exterior
renovations, historical restorations, custom
painting & staining, roof restoration.
Insured & no smoking policy. I. H refs.
on request Call Tim Bowman at: 812-6896771 or cell phone 512-756-1351
Spring time fresh: painting, wallpapering
drywall repair, plastering. Refs. avail., free
estimates. 40 yrs. expr. Call Mr. Marshall
at 731-9298
HOUSE & YARD
MAINTENANCE
Rich’s Pest Control
Termite, General Pest, and Mole
Eradication, fully insured. Contact Rich
Rodier 293-0052 I. H. Employee
Estate Maintenance, (Manager) Complete
garden & home care. Over 30 yrs.
experience. Seeking full or part time
permanent position(s). Please call 513553-2062 or 13-319-4155
Home & Lawn Services
Lawn mowing, mulching, trimming
shrubs, planting, tree trimming and removal.
Home painting interior/exterior, carpentry
work, fix odds & ends, and recaulk tubs &
showers. Fix & replace sinks & toilets. Call
Jeff Kolkema in Loveland 513-382-4755
Yard Care Service
Mowing, mulching, trimming, spring clean
up etc. Honest, dependable, trustworthy,
Father and Son business. For price quote,
call 513-678-5162
Tree Service
Trimming, topping, tree removal, insured
and no smoking policy Free Estimates, I.
H. refs.on request (812) 689-6771 or Cell
812-756-1351
Landscape
Consultation
and
Design
Services by Martha Wassermann LLC.
30 yrs, in garden/construction design &
teaching landscape architecture. Info. For
do-it yourselfers or installed. Discounted
plant sales. Numerous awards, and refs.
631-3724 or web www. marthawassermann.
com
Pressure washing & deck sealing, pools,
decks, driveways, & walks. Call Gary 6585092
Tree Care & Consulting
B.S. Forestry 30 yrs. arborist expr. deep
root tree feeding, pruning, tree, & stump
removal. Call Gary at 658-5092
Beautiful evergreens planted in your yard.
Norway Spruce, white pine, Colorado blue
spruce etc. Call 658-5092
Complete Professional Home Repair &
Service. Carpentry, Electrical, Drywall,
Painting, Tile, Plumbing, Gas Fireplace
Serv. Serving I.H. for 15 yrs. I.H. refs. Insured – BBB- Call Doug Baker at (513)
490-8DBA (8322)
Construction. We combine second & third
generation craftsmanship with modern
technology. Our goal is to achieve a job that
is done right the first time with service at
the speed of sound. Please contact Anthony
W. Steffen at W (859) 750-2579
Masonry Work
Brick, block, stone, pavers, walkways,
cultured stone-patios, (specialize in
repairing & matching mortar) Allen Block
–wall systems - Retaining walls, chimneys,
fireplaces, Snow Removal - 30 yrs. expr.
Call Rick at (513) 283-4809
Hauling & Handyman Inside and Out Call
Dave Montgomery 502-7465
Lawn Care, Call Gary at 528-3668. Spring
Clean-up; Lawn renovation; slice seeding,
sodding, mulching, planting, full tree
service, stump removal, grass cutting,
pavers, walkways and patios, stamped
concrete, stone walls, reasonable rates,
fully insured, good references. Working in
I. H. since 1987
Handyman Work- Yard work Bldg.
Maintenance – Quality work -competitive
rates licensed & insured. I am a non-
smoker, Chamber of Commerce, credit
cards accepted. Call Roger Simon at 513321-1419
We have been providing lawn and
landscape services for 27 yrs. in eastern
Cincinnati. We specialize in maintenance
of residential properties with scheduled
visits you can count on & a staff trained
in proper pruning & disease/insect mgmt.
Call 513-271-2332 (ext. 12) to set a time
to review your properties needs. www.
wimberglandscaping.com
BUY/SELL/RENT
Thinking about going to Florida. for the
winter? No hotels or condos, no hassle @
Air ports, take all your personal things with
you including sleeping in your own bed! In
a 36’ exceptionally clean 2001 Southwind
Motor home. 20 K miles. Dealer prepped
ready to roll. You must see!! Now reduced.
List new $110,747 –now $55,000. extended
warranty 07-16-08. Includes “Bonus”
Demo Kar Kaddy, “take your own car” call
(513) 561-3030 Indian Hill resident.
House for sale, Terrace park. Outstanding
river view. 4 BR, 2.5 BA. Study full 3rd
floor with staircase. 2 fireplaces, deck,
hardwood floors, granite/stainless kitchen.
1st flr laundry. 95% new construction
including electric, plumbing, walls, floors,
HVAC, etc. 731 Miami Ave. asking $639K.
Will co-op. 513-259-6692, 513-259-3823.
Kiawah Island, S.C. 2 BR. 2 BA cottage.
Close to beach, on golf course. Reasonable
513-259-6692
2004 AUDI 3.0 Quattro
Beautiful Audi A4 for sale with 57K miles.
Car is in great condition and is fully loaded.
New brakes, new tires, sunroof, leather
seats, BOSE sound system, heated seats, 6disc CD player, all wheel drive. $19,400.
Call 513-348-5508
Home for Sale
Tudor architectural gem in central village
location. Walk to parks & schools. Home
recently upgraded to 12 rooms, 4 bdrms.
3 full bthrms. And 3 fireplaces. Includes
barn situated on property surrounded by
green belt. Call 315-2996
For Rent in Foster/Maineville area: Secluded
country cottage, 4 bedroom, one bath,
simple kitchen, covered porch and balcony,
fireplace, fully furnished. Overlooks the
Little Miami River on 4 1/2 acres, and near
bike trail. $850 a month + utilities. Call
Polly at 321 - 1884
Naples Florida Villa Home Rental. Available
immediately.3 brm. 3½ bath, Deluxe Villa
home in upscale Mediterra with pool & spa,
close to beaches, Golf, and Shops. Email:
www.wor@mricinci.com or
www.visual tour.com tour #331193 Call I.
H. owner Bill at 271-3385 or 769-4747 ext,
108 today
Baking
Homemade cookies, brownies, buckeyes,
and pies. Great for care packages, parties,
and office treats. Call Cindy at 275-2041.
Dwarf & Miniature Conifers
Unusual trees & shrubs for the collector,
rock gardens, and garden railways. Evening
& weekend hours by apt. Call for current
list 724-9032 or email bc4trees@fuse.net
At $450,000, priced below auditor’s
valuation. Approx. one acre, level Indian
Hill lot with brick home and out-building.
Acquire for the existing home, new house
construction, or investment. Public water
and sewer, and gas and electric utilities.
7700 Ahwenasa Ln. Shown by appt.
Seeking reasonable offer Call Greg at 2710497
Destin FL. Tradewinds 2 Br. 2 Baths 45
ft from beach. Swimming pool, court yrd.
With BBQ grills. Renovated 2007. Take a
look www.twcondo.com
Call Dee 561-4683
Destin FL. Located on scenic Gulf Dr. 2
Br. 2 Bath Condo Beautiful View of the
Gulf– 2 pools- exercise rm. Golf coursegated community. Local I.H.owner. Check
website at www.arieldunes.us. Call Dee for
discounted rates 513-561-4683
Beautiful 3 bdrm., 3 bth. Chalet located in
Gatlinburg TN. This Chalet has 5 TV’s, 5
DVD’s, stereo, 2 fireplaces, trails, 4 ponds,
small water fall, and hot tub on your private
deck. 2 minutes to downtown, special rates
Feb. March & April, contact Pete 513-5614683
For Lease:
Beautifully updated 5 bdrm., 5 bth. home
w/old world feeling yet very spacious.
Large flat yrd. w/beautiful inground pool.
Gourmet eat in kit, opens to hearth rm. w/
fireplace. This home offers a first fl. Master.
Please contact 513-623-4648 Lv. Message.
Sea Eagle Inflatable boat, new, has never
been in water. Call 271-2321 for more
info.
East Hyde Park, very large 2 Bdrm.
Second floor apt. with off street parking.
Newly finished hardwood floors w/energy
efficient wood windows. Air Cond. No pets
of children. Within easy walking distance
of East Hyde Park Plaza. $750 per month.
Call 513-232-6050
Decorative Concrete Coatings Epoxy
Floors-epoxy quartz, epoxy chip, & solid
colors. Ideal for basements, garages &
around pools, and most concrete surface.
Other services include concrete sealing,
non-slip coatings paver sealing 513-7210631 www.Floor-Techs.com
Naples Florida Timeshare
On the Bay off 5th Avenue available Call
Bob 616-2001
Older saddles: Passier 18” and Thorobred
17”, dressage; Steuben Sigfried 17”, 20th
century closed contact 18” all in excellent
condition- reasonably priced. Call 5611486
Piano – Black lacquer, baby grande
Chickering piano with “pianomation.” Will
include several musical discs’ for the player
piano mechanism. $5,000. Call 604-8111
Thoroughbred horses for sale. Competent
riders only. Call Greg at 543-3520 for
more information.
Pick-up truck for sale: 1986 GMC K3500,
1 ton 4x4, single rear wheels. Good work
truck. Runs well, but needs some mechanical
work. Little body rust considering age.
50K original miles. $800. Call 745-0504
Rapidly growing, reputable pet sitting
company
seeking
self-motivated,
dependable animal lovers to join our team.
Must have reliable, insured transportation.
Animal care experience or ownership
preferred. Hours are flexible. Call 4045702 or email to
PetSitting@Cinci.rr.com
Lightscapes
Lighting Designer, System design, system
installations, system maintenance, fully
insured & licensed, all work guaranteed
Call Justin D. Smith at 513-560-3754 or
email- s2lightscapes@fuse.net
For Rent
Delightfully charming 6 rm, 3 bdrm. Home
on beautiful, quiet, and conveniently
located street in picturesque Mariemont
community. Off st. parking garage, central
air, and full bsmnt. $1,600.00 per month.
Mariemont school district. Call Teresa
Tolintino at 319-6640 for info. Refs.
required. or Sale or Lease
Indian Hill-Turn of the century (1900)
gem! Charming, updated Victorian 3
BR. New hardwood floors, custom made
windows, large master. Pristine condition! Beautiful park like lot. High ceilings,
warm paneled family room, 4 fireplaces,
central air, gas heat. Great location. Call
Alex at 513-519-2121. Kenwood Bungalow-treat yourself to
an in-town, country retreat! Perfect for
studio, office get-a-way. A great room with
huge fireplace, kitchen, dining room, 2
loft rooms, bath, washer-dryer & one car
garage. Rent reduced to $850.00 call at
513-407-1564
Walton Creek Condo for sale by owner.
1st floor master suite + study….1st floor
laundry, 3 bdrms., 3 full baths, 2 fireplaces,
new hardwood floor, updated kitchen &
baths, 2 car garage on large corner lot. Call
561-5737
Sanibel Gulf front Home for Sale 100 + ft.
beach frontage on Gulf of Mexico. Prime
location. 3bdrm. 21/2 bth. Call 561-3664
or email dwbierer@fuse.net for more
information.
New condominium 4 bdrms. 2 full bths.
Full kitchen, lrn, drm, 2 car garage.
Within walking distance of the Deerfield
Towne Center (next to long Cove) site of
3 Homeramas. Available for rent or sale
immediate occupancy. Call 561-6280
I.H. Schools building lot with cottage - .39
acre, Good for small builder. Also zoned
conditional usage. $139,000. Will rent
cottage @ $700. Owner. 513-407-1564,
513-791-5177
Best Buy! .36 acre –I. H. Schools,
Kenwood. $149,000, new roof, 2 bdrm.
1 bth. Bungalow, great room with brick
fireplace, attached one-car garage, cathedral
ceiling, built in redwood bookcases and
corner cupboard, central air & heat, ready
to go or add onto for more living space.
Beautiful wooded oasis. Owner, 513-4071564, (513) 791-5177
your home. Will make nursing home visits.
Insured-references. National certification.
Gift certificates available. Call Gary 6585092 www.garyschambach@gmail.com
squirrels. Licensed by the O.D.N.R. 24 hr.
emergency service call (513) 797-8727
For dependable & reliable housekeeper
service, please call Kathy at 753-0288
Cleaning- Is your house really clean? Detail
oriented. Minimum 3 hrs. dependable, refs.
available. 40 yrs. expr. Please call Brenda
& Cathy at 724-2338
Childbirth Classes
Bradley method, husband coached. Call
Linda at 513-271-3417
Award winning In-your home tutoring.
Math, Science, language Arts, etc. Call
John McCarthy 271-1362
Spanish Tutoring
A nice and easy way to learn Spanish. All
ages are welcome!!! It never is too early
or too late. Call Alexandra Cadenas (513)
272-1270 or alexandracadenas@yahoo.
com
Wanted To Buy
Double white porcelain washtub for laundry
room Call: 513-377-5586
ESL Tutor (English-as-a-second-language)
Adult students only. Grammar, listening
comprehension, writing, conversation,
cultural situations, TOEIC & TOEFL
preparation. Private lessons in your home,
office, or at Madeira Library. Contact Linda
Pavey for information, rates, and résumé́ of
16 yrs. expr. 513-561-5251 or lindasp62@
msn.com.
Candles
Quality candles. Dozens of scents. Variety
of sizes. Reasonable prices. Also great for
fund-raisers. For more information please
call Jennifer at 513-702-2369 or email
Jennifer.Benhase@GoldCanyon.us
Houseman
Housekeeping,cooking,runerrands
home care aide & C.P.R. certified. Light
maintenance, pet care or whatever you need
Affordable part or full time 20 yrs. expr. I.
H. refs. Call 513-484-2426
PERSONAL
Relocations, Home Organizing, Senior
Moving & Estate. Busy professionals
& Seniors Relocation, coordinate &
meet phone, internet, cable, movers, and
contractors, unpack & organize, install
organizer systems. De-clutter – organize
home or home office. Senior Moving and
unpacking Call 513-253-9824.
Cleaning:
appliances,
kitchen
sinks,
floors,
countertops, toilets, tubs, floors & showers,
cobwebs, windowsills, ledges, vacuuming,
carpets, stairs & blinds, vents & ceiling fans.
We are dedicated to achieving customer
satisfaction Call Katrina at 513-731-5415
or cell 368-5696 or Pam at 641-1113
Upholstering
Quality craftsmanship since 1965. James &
Mary Harris Ph. # 575-0289 fax 575-0793
Handyman work, yard work, Housework
building, maintenance, quality work,
competitive rates, licensed, & insured.
Non-smoker, Chamber of Commerce,
credit cards accepted. Call Roger Simon, at
513-321-1419
John Ruthven prints for sale, Red Fox &
Snowy Owl. Both signed & numbered
Call791-1364 for more information.
Gas cutting Rates
Call Ken Heile anytime at 375-3552 for 1015% below market rates on lawn mowing.
We are a small, fully insured, local company.
Indian Hill References are available.
Archery Instruction
Target, 3D Call Bob West at 509-0051
Too busy to cook? Nutritious meals
prepared in your home. Weekly and partial
week plans available. Special diets and
allergies happily accommodated. Call
Sandra at 513-631-5660
Seeking work. Will care for your hard to
handle loved one. Year’s of expr. Excl.
refrs. Bond please call 513-829-4191
Seeking work
Care of invalid or you’re hard to handle
loved one. Yrs. of expr. Please call 513829-3911. If no answer leave #
Licensed Massage Therapist-In office or
Dependable, non-smoking housekeeper
with 23 yrs. exper. Reliable with reasonable
rates & excl. refs. Willing to do laundry &
ironing. Jessie Wehrmann Call Home 734125, Cell 673-5993
Mole Control
Professional mole trapping service. Quick
results. 50+ satisfied IH clients. BBB
Member Refs. avail.513-252-MOLE
www.molecatchers.com
Animal Removal.
We catch it all, bats, chipmunks, coyotes,
moles, muskrats, rabbits, raccoons, skunks,
Computer/E-Bay Assistance
Village resident & Xavier High School
student available for computer help, (digital
cameras, email, ipods, software issues, and
more) and/or eBay help (buying or selling).
Call or email Brandon Rolfes for further
information. Call - 328-8847 or email
brolfes@gmail.com
Pet Care
Need your pets fed the next time you go out
of town? Call or email Brandon Rolfes at
328-8847 or brolfes@gmail.com
Reliable Pet Care
I will take care of your pet in your own
home. I am an Indian Hill resident and
student, I’m very reliable, excl. refrs.
Comfortable with all types of pets, even
snakes & horses. Contact Austin at 5614941
Beginner French lessons
Call 521-2811
Drum Lessons
Indian Hill and C.C.M. Prep student
available to give drum lessons in my home.
I have 6 yrs. experience. Call Garrett at
561-4941
Errands, etc.
An Elderly Service-transportation – Fully
Insured
Dr’s apt., Hair Apts. Pet service, grocery
shopping, laundry, dry cleaning pick up &
companionship
Call Pat Sinclair 513-891-2367
Staging Your Home
We work with agents as well as home
owners. Let us help you make changes to
your personal surroundings. Our role is to
improve your home inside and out. Whether
you’re moving or staying put. Call for a
consultation Belle Maison 513-477-4599
4536 Airport Rd, Cinti OH 45226
Cleaning Service
Work, games, holidays, entertaining &
cleaning.
Call us and we’ll help take care of some of
the load. Weekly - bi-weekly – one time
cleans. We guarantee quality. References
available Michelle 513-490-1451 cell 513625-0560
Experienced Woman will
cook dinner and/or do laundry. Companion
services also available. References
513-371-1198
Home Healthcare
Will care for your loved one, light
housekeeping & laundry, transport to &
from physician, etc. reasonable, references.
Call Mary (513) 248-8422
Great Opportunity for a live-in single
female/caregiver
Seeking a live-in person who may be lonely
and likes older people. Position entails
looking after very congenial, elderly mother
who lives in Madeira. Mother is physically
very healthy and takes daily walks, enjoys
her yard but is lonely and can use some
guidance in daily living due to memory
issues. Please contact Sue @ 600-6340
Nanny Care
Assist with children, transporting children
to & from activities. Light housekeeping
& laundry. Mary Catherine (513) 248-8422
references
and fun! Refs. available upon request
Please call Meghan 513-460-6429
Landscaping Install, removal, maintenance.
Fence installation & repair. Contact Jason
at 513-265-6065. I. H. Village employee
also I. H. references
ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Train in
your own home. Balance ball, Resistance
training, toning and flexibility. CPR
Training. Call Cindy 513-793-0425
Neatly done housekeeping, bonded
– insured – free estimates Call 513-4039293
Private Kickboxing lessons
Burn 1000 calories/hour, get in great shape.
Learn self defense in comfort of your own
home by the student of a 23 time world
champion kickboxer Jean-Yves Theriault.
Call Max at (513) 482-1850
House Cleaning
Honest, reliable person looking to clean
your home.
Reasonable rates, great
references. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly.
Call Sandra at 513-238-5637
Cleaning Service
For a professional and thorough cleaning,
ask for us. We have an eye for detail.
Our service specializing in residential and
commercial cleaning. If you would like
more information or want an estimate call
Michele at (513) 478-5296
Nurse seeking work
Care of elderly, excellent refs.
Bond. Please call 513-546-0291
High Quality, personalized, professional
house cleaning done to your satisfaction.
Local refs. available, 19 yrs. expr. free
estimates. Call: 528-1249 or 746-0584
Caged Pet Care:
Going on vacation? I offer pet care services
for any caged pet. From rats to fish, I have
done it. I am ten yrs. old and have been a
4-H member for three yrs. I will provide
general care and lots of attention. Very
reasonable rates. Call Grace Hackett 9845225
Mother’s Helper
Need a hand with little ones? I am 10 yrs.
old and the oldest of three. I am good with
crafts, games, & fun stuff for little kids. I
have expr. as a mother’s helper & would
love to help you out. Very reasonable rates,
call Grace Hackett 984-5225
Housecleaning- over 5 yrs. cleaning expr.
in Indian Hill & Hyde Park area. Please
call for free estimate. Amanda 513-5576120
Recent Butler University graduate available
for full time employment expr. with infants
up to teenagers. Very creative, dependable
Self Defense for Women
Learn basic self defense for women with
crucial pressure points on the human body.
Learn how to escape from choke holds, bear
hugs, wrist grabs and much more call max
aubry and learn how to defend yourself
Call 513-482-1850
Housekeeper
Honest, reliable and experienced. Available
upon request. Call Sandi 625-0949 or 5023905
We offer dependable, reasonable &
professional service, & free competitive
estimates. Weekly, Bi-Weekly- Monthly
& on time cleaning. Quality guaranteed.
Fully insured. Locally owned & operated.
Call Michelle Welch @490-1451
Going on vacation, need a pet sitter?
Professional elementary school teacher in
Madeira/Indian Hill will watch your pets in
your home. Very Experienced with many
different types of pets. Refs. available upon
request. Will also water plants & bring in
mail, etc. Call 513-561-6280
CleaningPprofessionalsHonestand
dependable & thorough residential
cleaning. Move in, move out, weekly, biweekly, pre & post event. Call Beverly
Hills today 513-315-4503 Refs.
Cleaning your home can be a task when it
comes to the busy schedules of everyday
obligations. Weekly-bi-weekly- monthly.
All general cleaning – spring and fall
cleaning. Call Mandy at (513) 479-8568
(cell)
Pet Nanny & Personal Assistant
Dog walks/pet socializing for mid-day
breaks or long days away, overnight visits,
staying in your home while you travel,
so your pet can stay comfortable in their
home while providing crime deterrent. My
personal assistant services for your home
or office provides help in getting your
home or office organized, or save you time
running errands. Call 513-235-7787
www.homesandpets.com.
Rapidly growing reputable pet sitting
company seeking self-motivated dependable
animal lovers to join our team. Must have
reliable insured transportation. Animal care
experience or ownership preferred. Hours
are flexible as you grow into a key team
member position. Call 513-404-5702
Pet Care in your home or ours
We provide customized care to meet the
needs of your pets and your home. We also
care for horses. We are bonded and insured
and a member of Pet sitters international
league for animal welfare & Angie’s List.
I. H. refs available call 513-753-3777 or
www.BlueRibbonPets.com
Cleaning
Specializing in cleaning with a touch of
perfection. beauty is in the details. We
service homes, apartments & offices, Call
Cindy at 513-300-5836 for free in-home
quote
Cleaning
Personal, professional, 20 yrs experience,
local refs. reasonable rates. 578-2568 or
746-0584
Piano Tuning & repair
Experienced & professional call Bryan
Edington 513-231-0539 makes a great
gift.
Entertainment for your event
Guitarist-singer Bryan Edington now
booking holiday parties
Call 513-231-0539
House Cleaning, honest, reliable, hard
working experienced Christian woman
with good references. Call Monaliza Q.
Gabbard 513-875-2769 or 513-405-6482
Outstanding care for your horses and
other farm animals on your premises. Stall
cleaning, feeding, turn out, exercising,
training, transport horses. Riding lessons
care of other farm animals. Small
landscaping projects, barn maintenance,
winter –spring cleaning barn-vacation
care full time management of barn. Refs.
Provided. Call Sharon Peredo at cell 2059993 or home 677-0180.
Speaking easy English lessons with
Bonny Dyer. M.A. fees according to your
ability Madeira downtown location Hablo
Espanol---Gracias and Feliz Ano Nueo!
513-407-1564
House cleaning, Ind. Hill & Hyde Prk.
Refs. Call 876-0735
Honest & dependable
Personal Training: masters degree in
exercise physiology and 20+ yrs. of expr.
& certifications from the American Council
on Exercise & the National Strength &
conditioning association provides in-home
training services. Call David Wernick,
M.A. CSCS at 513-328-1768 for more
information. Extensive expr. With middleaged & older adults. Ww.totalfitnesspro.
com
at 513-583-5083 or cell at 859-380-5937
Travel Companion
Christian woman who enjoys traveling
would like to assist a woman or couple for
traveling the U.S. and/or abroad. Resume
upon request. Call Pat at 513-624-9566
Need a babysitter?
Very responsible 14 almost 15 yrs. old with
lots of experience babysitting. Please call
Sophie Glossinger at 513-600-4887 or 513271-4602
Horse Stall Wanted
Looking for a responsibly prices barn to
keep my thoroughbred. Can help with
feeding and other barn chores on occasion.
Must have good turnout area and access to
trails. Please call (513) 348-5508
House & Pet Sitting
Dependable elderly woman can care for
your home & pets while you are away.
Very reasonable. I H Refrs. Contact Martha
Murphy at 604-5123
Need a general house cleaning by an
experienced and dependable housekeeper?
Call Denotra at 885-0724
Personal
Assistant/house
manager/
companion/litehousework/meal
preparation/transportation/house & pet
sitting/available to travel. Call Laurie @
379-4292
Jumping on a miniature trampoline is fun,
safe & will dramatically change your shape
& health. Call Laurie @379-4292 & I’ll
show you how.
Wanted To Buy
Double white porcelain washtub for
laundry room
Call: 513-377-5586
House Cleaning with a spring cleaning
touch! Honest, reliable, thorough &
experienced house cleaning with attention
to details excellent references. call Rachel
ALL VILLAGE OFFICES
WILL BE CLOSED ON
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
FOR THE GOOD FRIDAY
HOLIDAY
The Story of the Schoolhouse Clock
Buckingham Lodge
1861
Between the blackboards on the north wall of the Little Red Schoolhouse is a Seth Thomas No. 1 Regulator clock.
Its history recently came to light after a routine cleaning.
In 1974 the hundred year old schoolhouse became the office of the Indian Hill Historical Museum Association,
now DBA as the Indian Hill Historical Society. After a two year restoration project, the Board of Trustees furnished it
using items that pertained to the period. Architect Addison Clipson, the consultant for the renovation, and a long time
supporter of preserving historic structures, had a friend, Dick Hartlieb, who was a member of
the Buckeye chapter of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors. Mr. Hartlieb
was friendly with the owners of Ken-Hav Clocks, a local firm established in 1930, which
was expert at service and repair of old timepieces. The company moved from 408 Main
Street to Newtown in 1973 when their downtown building was razed. In a collection of old
clocks which had been stored in the firm’s basement for decades was a Seth Thomas No. 1
Regulator.
Clipson persuaded the local NAWCC chapter to purchase it, have Ken-Hav restore it, and
donate it to the museum in 1977. This accession, valued at $1100 then, was presented to the
Board and has been proudly displayed at the Schoolhouse ever since.
In very good condition and continuing to keep time well, the clock is 33” high, 15 ½
“wide, and 3 ¾” deep. The face is enclosed in a round case, and there is a second hand. Of
mahogany rosewood veneer, it has a brass pendulum, and a gold painted motif of anthemion
leaves on the glass. The Roman numerals on the face are balanced, with IIII (not IV) to match
the four digits VIII on the left side. The interior label has directions on hanging the clock and
positioning the pendulum and is marked Seth Thomas -Thomaston, Conn – Warranted good.
Seth Thomas (1786-1859) was one of the leading clock makers of his era. As a young man he apprenticed with
Eli Terry, a pioneer of mass production whose water- powered clock factory produced standardized components in
Plymouth, CT. Thomas bought Terry’s operation with another clockmaker in 1810, and then sold his share and set
up business in nearby Plymouth Hollow. Here he made tall case clocks with wooden movements. By 1844 he had
discontinued wooden movements, and switched to brass; and around 1850 he began installing springs in place of
weights for power in some of his clocks. Soon he was producing 20,000 brass clocks annually,
and he incorporated the Seth Thomas Clock Company in 1853, so that the business would
continue after his death. When he died in 1859, his three sons carried on the firm, introducing
new innovations. New styles of clocks were designed, and calendar clocks became an important
part of their line. In 1866, the citizens of Plymouth Hollow renamed their town Thomaston – as
a tribute to the man and the industry he had established there. The Seth Thomas Clock Company
employed over 800 people in the 1880s, producing over $700,000 worth of clocks annually. It still
is the longest established American clock making company.
A close look at the clock tells more. The words “Warranted good” imply that it was well
made, of honest design. The term Regulator indicates that it was a precision clock, one that was
accurate enough to use to set one’s watch. The long drop case and classically inspired gilt design on the glass connote
its quality. Because it was manufactured in Thomaston, the clock must have been made after 1876, as earlier models
were labeled Plymouth Hollow or Thomas Town.
This Seth Thomas timepiece is a treasured possession of the Indian Hill Historical Society. Similar in age to the
building, the Regulator marks the passage of time and symbolizes the value of antiquity.
THE INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
April 20th Program
Will Feature History
Of Village Schools
R uth Wigor Honored
As Past President
As part of a decision to honor the
past presidents of the Indian Hill Historical Society this year, Ruth Wigor
has been presented with a Past President’s pin and an appreciation certificate. Mrs. Wigor served as president
of the Society from 1975 to 1979.
Barbara Hauck, current President,
and Peg Gillespie, Past President,
made the presentations to Mrs. Wigor. The Wigor family gathered at the
home of Malcolm and Lori (Mrs. Wigor’s daughter) McElroy to participate
in the occasion.
Over the years, since its founding in
1973, the Society has had eight presidents of the Board of Trustees. The
Board currently has twenty-one members and meets monthly to guide the
activities dna programs of the Village
Historical group.
Seeking High School
“Legend” Yearbooks
The library of the Historical Society
contains the Indian Hill High School
yearbooks for the past decades. There
are a few of the volumes missing from
this collection, and, copies of these are
being sought. Working cooperatively
with the Indian Hill Schools, the Society wishes to have a complete set at
both locations.
The Society needs the yearbook for
1963 and any of the years prior to
1960. The schools are seeking copies of the following Legends: 1958,
1971, 4979, and 2006
Once a year, the Society presents a
“Reminiscenses” program. The topic
this season will focus on the Indian
Hill Schools - past and present. This
April 20th presentation, will include
glimpses of the early schools in the
Village given by residents who attended one of the one-room schoolhouses,
followed by a review of the current
school system, presented by Superintendent of Schools James Knudsen.
At 4:00 p.m., a brief annual meeting will precede the program, with a
report on the status of the Society’s
status.
This will be covered dish supper, with those attending contributing
to what has proven each year to be a
gourmet buffet of homemade recipes.
Please make reservations (and specify
the dish you will bring) by phoning
891-1873,or emailing at ihhist@cinci.
rr.com
Framed Maps Available
35th Anniversary
Celebrated This Year
The Indian Hill Historical Society
is celebrating its 35th anniversary
this year. Founded in 1973, by 100
residents whose goal was to renovate
the Little Red Schoolhouse (built in
1873) and establish a local museum.
From this origin grew the current
organization of over 500 member
families with a mission of “Keeping
Indian Hill’s past and present alive
for tomorrow.”
The Schoolhouse has become a
symbol of the Village, and now is
used as a community gathering place
for meetings, parties, and weddings.
The archives of the Society, whose
offices are at Buckingham lodge on
Camargo Road, are a repository of
Village information. The Hauck Library and Resource Center is available for research regarding Indian
Hill history, organizations, homes,
and families. Open Monday through
Friday, the office is staffed by a librarian, historian, and administrator.
Residents who wish to visit the Resource Center may phone 891-1873
to set an appointment time to meet
with one of the staff members, or to
do research in the files or library.
The Society has framed copies of
the “Map of Camargo - 1928” available at the office in Buckingham
Lodge. Matted in a choice of three
colors appropriate for the hues in the
map, these are framed in cherry finished wood. The price is $55.00
Date Set For House Tour
www.ihhist@cinci.rr.com
Sunday, May 18 is the date of the Annual Historical Society House Tour. A
tradition for almost thirty years, this
members-only-tour will include once
again a visit to three of the Village’s
lovely homes. Mark your calendar.
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CINCINNATI OH 45243
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