2009 - The Village of Indian Hill

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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION of the VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO
Village Website www.ihill.org
All Village Bulletins available on our website www.ihill.org
Volume No. LXVIII
February 6, 2009
COUNCIL ACTIONS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
OF JANUARY 26, 2008
• Emergency passage of an ordinance
engaging Peck, Shaffer & Williams LLP as
bond counsel for the City of the Village of
Indian Hill.
• Passage of a resolution authorizing the
City Manager to announce the availability
of a contract for engineering services
related to the completion of Water Works
distribution system improvements; evaluate
the qualifications of interested firms; and,
negotiate contracts for services with the
three most highly qualified firms.
making a declaration of official intent with
respect to reimbursement of temporary
advances made for capital expenditures to
be made form subsequent borrowings.
enacting and adopting a supplement to
the Code of Ordinances for the City of the
Village of Indian Hill.
• Passage of a resolution authorizing the
manager to accept 2008 Green Area Gifts.
• Passage of a resolution of appreciation to
Michael A. Wainscott for his service to the
Village of Indian Hill.
ALL VILLAGE OFFICES
WILL BE CLOSED ON
M O N D AY, F E B R U A RY 1 6
FOR PRESIDENTS DAY
HOLIDAY
VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL PUBLIC MEETING DATES
FEBRUARY 2009
Rec. Commission
at Phinney House Annex. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2, 2009
Green Areas Advisory Comm. at Phinney House Annex 5:30 p.m. Feb. 4, 2009
Green Areas Advisory Comm. at Phinney house Annex 5:30 p.m. March 4, 2009
Council
at Firehouse
7:30 p.m. Feb. 23, 2009
Planning Commission
at Firehouse
7:30 p.m. Feb. 17, 2009
Due to construction on the Ranger/Administration building expansion, The Mayor’s
Court, Council, and Planning Commission meetings will be held in the Fire Department
Training Room at 6475 Drake Road. Meeting times remain the same. This will continue
throughout the building project.
Meeting location changes for Green Areas and Recreation meetings will be held at
the Phinney House Annex at 8260 Shawnee Run Road. Meeting times will remain the
same for these meetings also throughout the building project.
Number 33
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ACTIONS
JANUARY 20, 2008
• Affirmed an administrative decision
regarding the home occupation use of
7956 Indian Hill Road for the operation
of the “Keep on Dancing Modern Ballet
and Jazz Studio” by Mrs. Jonathon
Rosenthal. The Commission also affirmed
the decision to limit the current student
capacity of eight (8) to ten (10)
CHECK OUT THE BULLETIN
You can find The Indian Hill Bulletin
on our website at www.ihill.org, click on
Bulletin and start reading. You will find
the most recent Bulletin and past Bulletins.
You will find information on all of our
departments, Minutes and Schedules for
Council, Planning Commission and Green
Areas meetings.
Schedules for recycling and trash pick
up, You can fill out forms for Building &
Zoning, Rangers, Public Works & Taxes.
There are also links to Community, Schools
and Indian Hill churches and information on
Recreation Commission & Grand Valley
POINTS OF INTEREST
Pg.3 Tragic Accident
Pg. 3 Village Council to issue bonds to
finance building improvements
Pg. 4 Anderson Twp. Mine Hearings
Pg. 5 Grand Valley Preserve
Pg. 7 Billpayer
Pg. 7-9 Ranger Chat
Pg. 16-17 Mark Wood of Trans Siverian
Orchestra at I. H. High School
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FEBRUARY 6, 2009-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
Melanie Stearns, Dir. Ed & Spiritual Formation
8:20 a.m. Traditional Worship in Old Chap
9:40 a.m. Traditional Worship in Sanctuary
10:11 a.m. Contemporary Worship in Sanctuary
Adult Christian Education at 8:20,
9:40, 10:00, 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
Reverend Anne Wrider, 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
Donne Hayden Interim 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
Ph# 576-6000 Church Services Located at
Mariemont High School
3812 Pocahontas Avenue Mariemont, Ohio
Jeff Arington, 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
AUDIT REVIEW COMMITTEE
Mayor Eppa Rixey
George M. Gibson
Edward Dohrmann
Robert Stautberg
Paul C. Riordan
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 Commissioner
Chuck Schlie, Chief of Police
Police – 561-7000
John Davis, Superintendent Water Works
and Public Works Departments
831-3712
Will McQueen Manager/Park Ranger
of Grand Valley Preserve
Phone - 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
Abbot A. Thayer
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
Mr. John Hassan
Mrs. Carolyn Jones
Mrs. Kathy Kranbuhl
Mrs. Beth Karp
Mrs. Natalie Nesbitt
Mrs. Linda Parlin
Mrs. Carol Scallan
John A. Bentley, Consultant
STANLEY M. ROWE ARBORETUM
4600 Muchmore Road - 561-5151
Christopher P. Daeger
Horticulturist-Green Areas Manager
GUN CLUB REPRESENTATIVE
Thomas Kanis, Range Supervisor 831-0994
Peter Tsipis, Assistant Supervisor 831-0994
Thomas C. Rink, Village Representative
Phone at Rifle Range 979-6208
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.
272-4500
Julia J. Toth, Clerk-Treas.
272-4522
Indian Hill High School
272-4550
Indian Hill Middle School
272-4642
Indian Hill Elementary
272-4703
Indian Hill Primary School
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. James Barber, 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
MAILED ON FEBRUARY 6, 2009
Please note that all copy for that issue
must be submitted by 4:30 p.m.
Friday, January 9
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. Darren Pierre O.P. 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
FEBRUARY 6, 2009- INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - PAGE 3
VILLAGE SUFFERS A TRAGIC LOSS IN
THE DEATH OF KELLY SULLIVAN
The Village of Indian Hill suffered a tragic loss early in the
morning on January 28, 2009 when an accident involving two
Village Public Works vehicles claimed the life of our Assistant
Public Works Director, Mr. Kelly Sullivan. The accident occurred
at 8:03 a.m. on State Route 126 about ¼ mile south of the Public
Works Department. The accident also injured one of our snow
plow operators, Eric Weiss. Mr. Weiss was treated and released
from the hospital, and he is recovering at home.
Kelly was a 13 year employee of the Indian Hill Public Works
Department. He rose through the ranks in the department very
quickly because he was smart; he possessed an unequaled work
ethic; and he was truly dedicated to providing the highest level
of service to the residents of the Village of Indian Hill. Kelly has
worked in all facets of the Public Works operations, and he will be
remembered as an exceptional leader within the organization. He
was 42 years old and is survived by his wife Jodie and their three
daughters ages 11, 9 and 2.
The Village has received numerous calls from caring residents and
friends expressing condolences and asking whether any type of
support fund has been established to help the family through this
tragedy. The Village, with the families approval, has worked with
5/3rd Bank to establish the “Kelly Sullivan Children’s Education
Fund” to receive contributions to support the future educational
needs of his three young girls. Contributions to the fund may be
made at any 5/3rd Branch, and the Village Office will also receive
and deposit checks made out to the fund. The account number for
the fund is 9022224977.
VILLAGE COUNCIL PLANS TO ISSUE BONDS
TO FINANCE BUILDING AND WATER WORKS
DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS
The January 26, 2009 Council meeting actions included the
passage of two ordinances which initiated the debt financing
plans for the completion of the Ranger/Administration building
improvements and several Water Works distribution system
improvements. The first ordinance authorized the City Manager
to engage the services of Peck, Shaffer, Williams LLP as bond
counsel and the second declared the Village’s intent to reimburse
current Ranger/Administration building construction expenses
with the subsequent 20-year bond financing.
The Village is planning to issue a total of $6 million in general
obligation bonds early this spring. $4 million of the bonds will
be dedicated to the Water Works improvements and paid for with
future water works revenues. The improvements will include the
installation of several large transmission mains along Shawnee
Run Road, Drake Road, Graves Road and Miami Road. The larger
mains will increase the rate at which the water tower on Miami
Road can be refilled during the summer peak water use period
and also improve the fire flow volumes throughout the system.
In addition, the boundaries of the current pressure zone serving
the highest elevations in the system will be adjusted in order to
balance out the system and improve overall fire flow conditions.
These projects are currently entering the design stage, and they
will be completed over the next 2 ½ years. The new bond issuance
is also timed to replace the retiring Water Works Improvement
Bonds, originally issued in 1994, which will be paid off in June
of this year.
The $2 million balance of the financing will be used to pay
approximately half the cost of the Ranger/Administration building
expansion. The rest of the financing for this project will be funded
from existing cash reserves in the Capital Improvement Reserve
Fund and the Income Tax Fund. Council believes that balancing
the burden equally between current and previous residents of the
Village, who helped build the surplus through income and estate
tax payments, and future Village residents, who will retire the debt
through their tax payments over the next 20 years, represents the
best funding scenario for this long term improvement project. This
funding plan will also allow the Village to maintain an appropriate
cash reserve through the anticipated difficult economic times in
2009 and 2010.
It is anticipated that the bonds will be issued sometime in April
or May. The next steps in the financing process will be to solicit
proposals from interested underwriters, select an underwriter, and
go through the bond rating process. The Village enjoys an excellent
AA+ bond rating at this time and Village officials are hopeful that
this rating will improve to AAA for this issuance. It is anticipated
that contact information on the underwriting firm will be available
to any residents who may be interested in investing in the
bonds sometime in late March. Please contact the City Manager’s
office to receive this information when it is available.
OPPONENT TESTIMONY NOW BEING
CONSIDERED IN ANDERSON TOWNSHIP
MINE HEARINGS
Village officials continue to attend Anderson Township Board
of Zoning Appeals (ATBZA) hearings regarding a request for a
conditional use permit and related variances required to allow
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. to operate a deep limestone mine
in the vicinity of Round Bottom Road and Broadwell Road in
Anderson Township. These hearings, which have been continuing
since August 2008, are now expected to continue through March.
The January 21, 2009 hearing represented the first opportunity
for expert witness testimony in opposition. All the preceding
ATBZA hearings since October 2, 2008 have involved proponent
testimony by Martin Marietta representatives and experts. Opponent
testimony included: a traffic expert who raised concerns about the
limited scope of Martin Marietta’s traffic impact study; the City
Manager of Indian Hill, who presented the Village’s concerns
about the potential negative impacts associates with noise, lighting,
dust, and traffic; and, two vibration experts, who testified that their
modeling of the probable vibration impacts indicated that there
would be significant incidents of offsite vibration in surrounding
neighborhoods and communities.
The ATBZA cancelled their February 5, 2009 meeting
due to scheduling conflicts. The next meeting is scheduled for
February 18, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. Attorneys representing the various
opponents to the mine proposal have indicated that they will put a
series of other expert witnesses on the stand during this meeting.
They plan to present a blasting expert, an expert on dust impacts,
and an appraiser. These experts are expected to testify regarding
the probable negative impacts on nearby residents and how those
impacts may affect property values. Opponent expert testimony
will probably be concluded at the Board’s March 5, 2009 meeting
with a presentation by an expert in the field of land use planning
and zoning. The first opportunity for opponent testimony from
interested citizens is now tentatively slated for March 18, 2009.
Any concerned residents are encouraged to attend this meeting
which will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Anderson Center located at
7850 Five Mile Road. Continuing meeting dates have not yet been
set for April, but the regular ATBZA April meeting is scheduled for
April 2, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
Village officials and our legal counsel will continue to attend
the hearings and express our concerns about noise, truck traffic,
light pollution, and dust pollution. We will also continue to advise
residents about the status of the case and any related Village actions
in direct mailings to south Indian Hill neighborhoods, future
Bulletin articles, and on the Village webpage: www.ihill.org.
Any questions about the current status of the case may be
directed to the City Manager’s office, 561-6500.
Community Preparations for Widespread Illness
Just as the Village has planned for disaster and emergency
response of all types, Village and Madeira & Indian Hill Fire
District officials have been planning for any potential Village
response to widespread disease or illness, in cooperation with the
county and state health departments.
There has been much talk lately about pandemic flu, bird flu,
anthrax and smallpox epidemics in the general population. The
approaches to such situations have been many. Today, doctors
and hospitals report various symptom sets, and pharmacies report
dispensation of groups of medications. These reports are analyzed
by local and state health departments and the Center for Disease
Control in Atlanta. The response to a disease outbreak with
potential for the label “epidemic” will include school and business
closings, and perhaps a general quarantine across the area. The
delivery of potent antibiotics or other medications to the citizen
population is included in this planning process.
In such a situation, the Village has plans for the quick and
efficient distribution of two powerful antibiotics to each home/
family in the village should an outbreak of disease happen.
Plans for distribution of ORAL medications are in place. Plans
for administration of injectable medications ---should this be
necessary --- are more complicated but are underway. As this
portion of the plan develops, look for a “call for volunteers” of
Village residents to join the Medical Reserve Corps and participate
with us in serving the citizens of the village should the need arise
to administer injectable medications to fellow citizens. Any
questions in advance of the call for volunteers should be directed
to Chief Steve Ashbrock at the Madeira and Indian Hill Joint Fire
District.
RECYCLING TOTERS AVAILABLE
Recycling toters are available for residents to purchase.
There are two sizes to choose from. The 2009 prices are as
follows: a 65 gallon toter is offered for $60.00 and a 95 gallon
toter is offered for $68.00. The dimensions of the 65 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 or
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 the toters on our garbage
collection vehicles. If you are interested in purchasing a recycling
toter, please call the Public Works department at 831-3712.
FEBRUARY 6, 2009 - INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - PAGE 5
PURPLE MARTINS @ GRAND VALLEY PRESERVE
By Jim Winter, Preserve Ranger
I’m standing on a ridge looking at high-tension wires filled with birds. It is my
first day at Grand Valley Preserve near the Little Miami River in S.W. Ohio in
Camp Dennison. I asked my boss where all the starlings came from, and to
my amazement he informed me that they were Purple Martins. Immediately
I flashed back 55 years to my backyard with my Dad. An Eagle Scout and Sea
Scout, he was erecting a bird house that was for “special birds” called Purple
Martins. Living in the suburbs, with little water, no flyways, and a lack of a
good food supply, my Dad suffered (in my mind) his only failure. The next
memory was Dad with a pellet rifle and something about “starlings nesting in
his special birdhouse.”
Fast forward to the present where I’m in awe of the Purple Martins and enjoying the sight
and flight of hundreds and hundreds of birds soaring over our lakes--wishing Dad were
here to see them. They have probably used the power lines for decades as a pre-migratory
staging area.
Our fishermen are excited as the lake comes alive--thinking that fish were feeding on the
surface. However they discovered that the martins were drinking in flight, disturbing the
surface, as they seemed to “glide-and-sip.”
The Site
Our Grand Valley Nature Preserve consists of 350 acres, 8 lakes with 150 surface
acres of water (formed from a former gravel quarry), and is the most active fly-way
in Southwest Ohio. Many species of migratory birds and waterfowl visit here including
osprey, trumpeter and mute swans, loons, sand hill cranes, white egrets, and bald
eagles.
The previous year, ‘07, we had installed only a single modified Natureline gourd
on a shepherd’s hook and a pair of the early and plentiful tree-swallows nested and
successfully fledged 4 young.
Our Purple Martins are special as we introduced a housing area--where none had
existed anywhere in our vicinity. We installed modified housing--a gourd-rack
w/ 12 Natureline Gourds, 3 Trio-houses and a Coates house, (35 total cavities)
but plugged most entrances to deter sparrows and starlings from early invasion.
Each pole had a climbing-predator guard made from an inverted plastic landscape
bucket atop 4” PVC pipe. The aluminum housing had hawk/owl guards with
custom formed 2” X 4” galvanized fencing. Each porched Natureline had custombent 1/4” copper tubing anchored thru both the gourd stem and added bottom holes.
Colony Occupants
The tree swallows started nesting in a gourd on a shepherd’s hook and
two gourds on the rack as soon as we opened a few cavities. After opening
a few entrances we discovered we had to apply my Dad’s “method” of
eliminating the pesky house sparrows and starlings as we assumed the
martins would probably arrive in a few weeks!
Happily and amazingly, only 10 days later on 4/21, two (2) adult pair arrived
and shortly thereafter we had probably 40 second-year visitors feeding & drinking
and showing interest in the new colony. With limiting the open compartments,
competition was fierce but we saw martin nesting initiated in numerous open
cavities. Each compartment had a prebuilt nest of cedar chips and dry pine
needles atop the nest trays.
Our first of 7 nest checks on June 5th showed 12 active martin nests and 1 tree
swallow nest--total of 29 eggs. Amazingly, our season reached a high point June
11th with 14 nesting martin pair with 63 eggs. Mites were present on the 7/2 nest
check that included 38 hatchlings, so we treated each active cavity with 1/4 tsp.
of 5% Sevin dust.
Setbacks
We were on our way to an extraordinary startup colony until a major windstorm arrived. A pole
had not been anchored in concrete and leaned badly, with six eggs rolling out; and the gourd rack
was a mess. We, as “new expectant” landlords, were upset and vowed to fix our pole.
Thinking everything was fine, our next misadventure occurred when we added a bamboo perching
pole along one of the porches on the Coates house. Our hawk and owl guards did not then
completely cover two entrances, but thinking four hatchlings would be okay we did not change it.
Next nest check we discovered we were wrong, and now know that 24-hour predator protection
is required with no exceptions!
As expected, three younger martin pairs with poorly-built nests abandoned their cavities and eggs
late in the season.
Education
A purple martin symposium was held on site in late June using the
Purple Martin Conservation Association (PMCA) power point slide show.
Educational as it was, the high point of the morning was a nest check and
picture taking of a hatchling on a participant’s shoulder. With adult birds
singing approval overhead, it made for an enjoyable morning with most
folks committed to expand their knowledge and care of Purple Martins.
With 35 successful fledges, in our first-year colony, our excitement level
was high!
Learnings
The porch dividers on the modified (to 6” X 12” cavities) Coates and Trio houses,
as well as the pole and entrance predator guards, largely worked. The nesting
pairs seemed to easily take to the 11” diameter porched Natureline gourds and
the expanded Coates and Trio cavities described in the PMCA archives.
Crushed/microwave egg shells were offered near the base of the housing and
seemed appreciated by the nesting occupants. The pre-installed pine straw and
hay used in grass seeding nearby were favored nesting materials. The 2 adult
pair used the available lakeside mud to add dams to their nests for security.
By 7/26 all martins had left the housing area, and by 8/29 all birds from the
staging area on the high tension wires had begun their migration.
Future
What else can we ask for? Well, we are asking more of ourselves with the expansion
of housing this spring--expanding from 35 to 53 compartments and modifying to all SREH
(starling resistant entrance holes). We are adding and modifying (to 6” X 12” cavities)
a rough-sawn cedar house & a Trio Castle. Much more perching space will allow visitor
inspection by using two old telescoping poles with cross arms of bamboo that grows wild
on our site.
We are fortunate to have 150 surface acres of lakes with the scenic Little Miami River
nearby. Although the vast majority of the staging-area martins have not nested in the
immediate area, we are hopeful with water and woods available, and overabundance of
dragonflies, this may change. We may even become an authentic pre-migratory roosting
area. Await the arrival from their long migration.
Welcome home!
BILLPAYER MAKES PAYING YOUR BILLS EASY!
Paying bills has never been easier! Simply sign up for BillPayer and your bills will be paid on the due date by an electronic transfer
of funds. Many of you already have your house payment or insurance payments automatically deducted from your bank account on a
specific date each month. Billpayer works in a similar manner by allowing The Village of Indian Hill’s bank to deal directly with your
bank to automatically pay your Water bill, Alarm bill or Public Works bill for extra pick-ups ON THE DUE DATE. Here’s how it works.
First, you must call BillPayer (513-534-7744) to sign up. The BillPayer representative will send you enrollment information
requesting your bank information and account number. When this information is returned to BillPayer, your bank will receive a copy.
When you are invoiced for any services from the Village of Indian Hill, you will receive an invoice just like you do now. On the
bottom of your invoice, there will be a note saying that “No payment is necessary” and indicating that this invoice is just for your
records. If your bill looks correct, all you have to do is deduct the amount from your check book and file the paperwork. BillPayer will
transfer the funds from your bank account to Indian Hill’s bank account on the due date. If there is a problem with your bill, you will
need to call the water works office to try to correct the problem prior to the due date. If this is not possible, you can call BillPayer and
advise them to hold payment until you authorize them to release it.
The banks know how much money to transfer because we electronically send them the accounts who signed up for BillPayer, the due
date and the amount due. They use this information to set up the transfer of funds ON THE DUE DATE.
There is a $.30 fee for each payment made on your behalf; less than the cost of a postage stamp.
It couldn’t be much easier. If your life is as busy as most of us these days, this may just be the break you need. No more writing
checks to pay your bills. No more late payments or penalties. Payment on time every time! You may be surprised how easy it is.
Crime Prevention 101…
I wanted to take an opportunity to give everyone a quick snapshot of Police activity within the Village during the year 2008. This
information was obtained through checking reports and other logs used by the police department. The information presented is believed
to be accurate, but depending on updated reports, offenses found not to be what they really were (ex. possible reported theft turned out to
be a lost/found article), there may be minor changes in the numbers. The following offenses are only a portion of the reports generated
during the past year.
Burglary Cases – 7
Juvenile Cases - 23
Theft Cases – 51
Wanted Persons (Indian Hill Mayors Court) - 44
Motor Vehicle Thefts – 2 Wanted Persons (Other Agencies) - 34
Drug Cases – 22
Driving Under Suspension - 24
OMVI (DUI) – 23
General Information Reports – 68
This past year, the Rangers responded to over 1,170 burglary alarms. All but two of these alarms were false alarms that resulted in the
dispatch and response of a Ranger to the residence. These responses resulted in approx. 392 total man hours (using about 20 minutes for
response, house check and clearing the scene. Some alarm times are longer others shorter depending on the residence and what is found
upon arrival. Most alarms are handled by a single Officer). There were seven reported Burglary Cases in 2008. Two of these cases had
the alarm on, and the other five cases either the alarm was not used, or the home did not have an alarm.
Theft cases speak for themselves. These generally take place in a home under construction occupied or unoccupied, at the school,
from parked motor vehicles etc.
The juvenile cases refer to incidents resulting in a report, where a juvenile is involved, such as underage consumption, drugs,
disorderly conduct etc.
Looking at traffic related incidents, there were about 722 traffic citations issued, 1,815 traffic warnings, (28% of the total traffic
contacts in 2008 resulted in a citation), 143 automobile crashes, 2 crashes that were fatal, 23 OMVI’s (DUI) and 24 Driving Under
Suspensions.
The wanted persons usually result from traffic stops, especially the Wanted Person Other Agency. The Wanted Person (Indian
Hill Mayors Court) are warrants that are issued from Indian Hill Mayor’s Court, mostly for Failure to Appear or Failure to Comply.
These arrests generally result from traffic stops or contact from other police agencies.
The listed stats reflect only a portion of the reports and police activity that the Rangers are actively involved in. It is important
for all of us to recognize that many of our residents assist in many different ways. Several of our arrests are attributed to good witnesses
and the reporting of crimes in a timely manner from residents.
It is very important to be vigilant in your security effort. Be sure to use your alarm all the time, even for quick trips to the store.
If you have an alarm, make sure that it is in good working order. If it has had several false alarms, or has not been serviced in the past
five years, you probably want this to be looked at. Please make sure that all of your contact information is current with the Rangers. If
there are any changes in home or cell phone numbers, or local contacts be sure to call us so that we can keep our system up to date. If
you are new to the Village and have never received a “New Resident Packet”, stop in the station to pick one up.
Traffic complaints continue to be an issue. The biggest complaint is probably speeding. We cannot stress enough the need to slow
down and follow all traffic laws. In general, the speed limit is 35 MPH. Some streets may be slower, but there are none that are faster. In
2008, I was able to find the following speeds to be the fastest, 73mph in a 35mph zone, 64mph in a 25mph zone and 49mph in a 20mph
school zone. These are all well over double the posted limits on your residential streets and in your child(rens) school zones.
If there are any questions about this article or any Crime Prevention topic, please feel free to contact me at 561-7000 or www.
crimeprevention@ihill.org.
Ptl. Dean Ramsey
Crime Prevention Officer
Resident Packets
If you are a new resident, a resident who has never completed a resident packet or a resident whose information may have changed,
please stop by the Ranger Station to pick one up. This information is valuable to the Police and Fire Department for alarms or for
emergency contact information. Be sure that there is a current key on file as well. For questions, please call the Rangers, 561-7000.
Shawnee Run and Drake Rd. Pedestrian Safety
Due to the construction work taking place at the Village’s administration building at the corner of Drake Rd. and Shawnee Run Rd.,
onsite parking spaces are limited. Village employees as well as construction workers are required to park off site. This has resulted in a
significant increase in pedestrian traffic in the area. We are asking those of you who drive through the area to be watchful of individuals
walking along the roadway and crossing the intersection, especially during the early morning hours when lighting is poor. There have
already been a few near misses during the first two weeks of construction. The construction along with the parking situation is expected
to last until early 2010. We ask for you to exercise caution.
Coyote’s in the Community
It is well known that coyotes live in the community. In fact, coyotes are known to inhabit every county in the State of Ohio. Many
times a year, the Rangers receive calls from concerned resident who see or hear a coyote. Coyotes bread during the months of January
and February, with a gestation period of about 63 days. In April and May, when the pups are born, coyotes are more visible and vocal,
as the adults are hunting for food at all hours of the day. Normally, coyotes are considered nocturnal, hunting at night, but in a secure
environment, they will hunt during the day. It is this time of year, when we do get calls regarding domestic animal attacks. Coyotes are
Omnivorous, meaning they will eat what is available to them, such as small mammals (voles, shrews, rabbits, and mice), vegetables, nuts
and carrion. Unchecked, they will eat livestock, particularly sheep and chickens.
As a resident, what do I need to know or do to prevent a coyote attack?
What does the City do to control the coyote population?
Coyotes are timid around humans. It is rare, for a coyote to attack a human. Known attacks to humans are associated with the animal
being rabid. Domestic animals should be monitored, especially during the early morning and evening hours. Smaller dogs and cats are
more likely to be attacked. Residents should watch their wood lines for coyotes. Monitoring the wood line and watching pets is the key
to protecting them while they are outside, particularly from dusk to dawn.
Education is the key to understanding these animals. It is strongly recommended, that if you have seen or heard a coyote in your
area, to watch your dogs, cats, livestock and children. Research coyotes on your own, to better understand them. The Ohio Department
of Natural Resources, Wildlife Division, is a great website to check out. Teach your children about them. As a property owner, do your
part to not attract them (keep garbage secured, do not put pet food outside, watch animals outside).
The city’s policy on coyotes is that we do not hunt them. There will be an attempt to destroy confirmed aggressive or nuisance
coyotes in a general area. Trapping is not done, as they can be dangerous to other animals and children. It is important to understand, that
by destroying one or two coyotes does not make your pet safer or eliminate the problem that may be in your area.
QUICK FACTS
Monogamous- male and female pair for life
Peak breading- January thru March
Litter size – 1 to 12 pups
Young- born April-May; leave den around 3 weeks
Dens- dug under uprooted tree, log or thicket, entrance of 1-2 feet across, dug 5-15 feet long, terminates
with an enlarged nesting chamber. May have several dens and may move from one to another
• Are territorial and are very protective of young
• Very wary with remarkable sense of smell and exceptional sight
• If you encounter a coyote, act aggressive toward the animal. Wave your arms, throw items and make a lot
of noise. Make yourself appear bigger, by standing (if sitting), stand on a rock, tree stump or other nearby
object.
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Honeysuckle Eradication Process
To Recoup Green Areas from Invasive Plants
The Education Committee of Green Areas Advisory would like to let the residents of the Village know about a program
that will begin in late January or February 2009. This program is a honeysuckle eradication process and the impetus behind
it is to recoup our green areas from invasive plants that have taken over the more desirable native plants of our region. This
idea began in Green Areas and has now come to fruition.
The program will take place on a three acre parcel of green areas donated by a local resident. This parcel in on Muchmore
Road and is part of the Annesdale development.
The process involves having the contractor cut the honeysuckle to the ground and then the stumps will be painted with
“Round Up”. Chipping of all material will be on site so as to limit the damage to the existing native vegetation. The
property has been surveyed as well and existing trees and saplings have been or will be tagged so they won’t be cut down.
John Bentley (a local resident and plant expert and GAAC Advisor) and Jerry Hensley from our Public Works department
will be performing the tagging of the property.
We hope residents will notice the difference in the woods along Muchmore after this project has been completed. As a
matter of interest this project is adjacent to the wooded hillside that had the honeysuckle removed a few years back by local
resident, Snowden Rowe.
Our hope is to eradicate as many invasive plants as possible so as to have Indian Hill Village full of native plants and
trees again.GAAC Education Committee
Dunks for Diabetes at Finneytown High School
Finneytown High School, Indian Hill High School, and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) are teaming up for
“Dunks for Diabetes.” Finneytown Wildcats Men’s Basketball will host the Indian Hill Braves on Friday, February 13, 2009 to raise
awareness and funds to benefit the JDRF and type 1 diabetes research. Game day activities include:
• Face painting and temporary tattoos
• Appearances by 101.9 The Wiz
• Special Dunks for Diabetes t-shirts
• Make a donation using the JDRF’s paper shoe campaign for $1.00 per donation
Games begin at 4:30 p.m. with the freshman teams squaring off at the Finneytown “Den” 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace, Cincinnati, OH
45231 and continue through the varsity game at 7:30 p.m.
“This disease affects many in our community of students and residents,” says Finneytown Athletic Director Chuck Grosser. “We
are working with JDRF to help bring awareness and fund research. This is what makes a community of champions - working
together.”
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International is the leader in setting the agenda for type 1 diabetes research
worldwide, and is the world’s largest charitable funder and advocate of type 1 diabetes research. The mission of JDRF is to find a cure
for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Type 1 diabetes is a disease which strikes children and adults suddenly,
but lasts a lifetime.
Engagement Announcement
Mr. and Mrs. Peter A. Alpaugh of Indian Hill are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Abigail Dyer to Drew
Anderson Fitzpatrick Knowles, son of Mrs. Stephanie Tunison of Mariemont, and Mr. Harvey C. Knowles III of Indian Hill.
The bride-to-be graduated from Cincinnati Country
Day School in 2000, received her Bachelor of Arts
Degree in Environmental Studies, with a Minor
in Philosophy from The University of Colorado at
Boulder in 2004, and graduated with honors from The
Western Culinary Institute in Portland, Oregon in 2006.
Drew attended Cincinnati Country Day School through
the eighth grade, graduated from Choate-Rosemary Hall in
2000, and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy
from The University of Colorado at Boulder in 2006. He
is employed in Cincinnati with the Wealth Management
division of Merrill Lynch.After a May 23, 2009 wedding in
the Flatirons overlooking Boulder, Colorado, the couple will
reside in Cincinnati.
Abigail Dyer and Drew Anderson Fitzpatrick Knowles
Engagement
Engagement Announcement
Mr. and Mrs. William Marek are pleased to announce the engagement of their
daughter, Jamie Marek, to Shane Cruz. Shane is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas
Cruz of Indian Hill. Jamie, who graduated from Downers Grove South High School
in Downers Grove, Illinois, received her bachelor’s degree from the University of
Colorado and her master’s degree from Northwestern University. Shane graduated
from Summit Country Day and earned both a bachelors and masters degree from
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Jamie is a marketing manager at Jones Lang
LaSalle in Chicago and Shane is a vice president at Norvax Corporation, also located
in Chicago.
The couple’s wedding is planned for September 2009 in Hilton Head Island, SC.
Jamie Marek and Shane Cruz
Engagement
GARDEN CLUB OF CINCINNATI
DELIVER CHRISTMAS GREENS
TO MERCY NEIGHBORHOOD MINISTRIES
Over twenty members of The Garden Club of Cincinnati met for their annual Christmas Greens workshop in mid-December. Participants created Christmas arrangements for their own homes, then proceeded to create 130 individual arrangements to
deliver to Mercy Neighborhood Ministries in Walnut Hills. The colorful arrangements of pine, holly, magnolia leaves and
red carnations brought Christmas cheer to each of the clients and home health aides of Mercy Neighborhood Ministries.
Katie Lawrence, Susan Kahn, and Caroline
Sutphin hold their Christmas Arrangement
Helene Bentley
with her completed arrangement
Members of the Garden Club of Cincinnati with a few of the
130 Christmas arrangements they created for
Mercy Neighborhood Ministries of Walnut Hills
Kindervelt #50 Presents “SHOPPORTUNITIES
Co-chairs of Shopportunities
Rhonda Logeman and Mary Stephens
Local merchants have opened their hearts and their stores in an effort for
Kindervelt #50 to raise funs for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Kindervelt
#50 will be selling shopping passes for a selective group of retailers, which
can be used during the entire month of March. This fabulous pass costs $25
and will allow the purchaser to save 20% on one entire purchase at each of
the fine stores participating. 100% of the proceeds will benefit Children’s
Hospital Medical Center. If interested in this great “shopportunity” please
contact Rhonda Logeman at 200-6660 or Mary Stephens at 207-7336. FEBRUARY 6, 2009 - INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - PAGE 12
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PARTY PLANNED FOR
NEW RESIDENTS OF INDIAN HILL
Each year, the Village of Indian Hill hosts a
party for new residents. This year’s event will
MONDAY - APRIL 13
FRIDAY – MAY 1
be held on Sunday, February 22, from 5:00
to 7:30 p.m. at The Little Red Schoolhouse,
FRIDAY - MAY 8
FRIDAY – MAY 29
located at 8100 Given Road. The party is
FRIDAY JUNE 5
FRIDAY – JUNE 26
given to help acquaint new residents with
each other. Village Council members and
NO PUBLICATION IN JULY OR AUGUST
Village staff, as well as representatives from
FRIDAY – AUGUST 7
FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 4
Planning Commission, Green Areas, Gun
Club, Recreation Commission, School Board
FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 11
FRIDAY – OCTOBER 2
members, and area ministers will be on hand
to welcome new residents and to answer any
questions you may have. Mrs. Helen Verkamp
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 6
MONDAY–NOVEMBER 30
will be chairing the hostess committee for
FRIDAY – DECEMBER 4
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30
this event. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be
provided.
This party has been a highlight of the winter
for many years. The party is for residents
that have moved to Indian Hill in the last 15
BULLETIN INSERTS
months. Invitations will go out in late January.
Bulletin inserts are only for village-associated organizations
such as churches, scouts, schools, clubs, committees, If you were a new resident last year and unable
Historical Society, and Greenacres. They are not for personal to attend please call Joyce Holder at 561-6500
or business advertising. Because the printer has to collate all or 979-6213.
the flyers and insert them by hand, they must be printed on 20
lb. paper. Please send no more than one insert per publication.
DELIVERY NOTICE
Also, consider putting in an ad instead of an insert. We can
do a page or ½-page ad. The deadline for getting a flyer in
Bulletin readers and advertisers are advised
the Bulletin is the same as the deadline for articles. We need that the Bulletin is delivered via bulk mail, which
to receive 2,200 copies of the insert. The cost for putting may be subject to delays. The Village cannot
an insert in the Bulletin is $90.00 For more information, assume responsibility for the delivery of time
call Joyce Holder at the Village office at 561-6500 or email sensitive material
jholder@ihill.org
FRIDAY - MARCH 13
THURSDAY–APRIL 9
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 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.
FEBRUARY 6, 2009 – INDIAN HILL BULLETIN – PAGE 13
Book Drive for
Rainsboro Elementary School
Nicholas Chute of Boy Scout Troop 502 of Indian Hill is leading a service project to collect books for the
primary & elementary school students of Rainsboro Elementary School of the Greenfield (Ohio) Exempted Village
School District. The literacy rate of this school district is very low due to the lack of books for the children to read
and insufficient funding to buy books.
Please help us fill a library for these students by donating your new or gently used books for children Kindergarten
through 5th grades. Monetary donations are also being accepted to buy books through Scholastic Books.
Books are being collected now and will be delivered in mid-January. Our goal is to collect 5,000 books for the
students!
Clean out the books your children have outgrown and help the children of Rainsboro Elementary School. Call
Nicholas Chute at 271-7292 or 708-9136 to arrange drop-off or pick-up times for your donation. You can also
e-mail him at NicholasChute@aol.com.
Woodworking Workshops with Larry Oestreich at Turner Farm
Larry is an accomplished woodworker and bowlwright who uses traditional methods of working with local downed trees
to create functional pieces. Turner Farm will be offering workshops throughout the year to educate participants in this craft
while creating useful items. Workshops include: Thursday Feb 12 6-8:30 pm Knife and Garden Tool Sharpening $15 Bring your own implements.
Saturday Feb 28 8:30 am-2:30 pm Wall-mounted Coat/Hat Hook $55 Unique to shape of wood.
Saturday Mar 21 8:30 am-2:30 pm “Shrink” Box $55 “No gluing required” Please call the farm at 561-7400 to register for all of the above, or e-mail turnerfarm@zoomtown.com. Turner Farm is
located at 7400 Given Road in Indian Hill. Coming later in the year: 4-legged stool, whistles, walking sticks, bowls and more. Visit www.turnerfarm.org for
updates.
Ready, Set, Grow at Turner Farm
Nothing is more local than your own backyard!
This is a three part series of basic gardening classes that will leave you feeling like a seasoned green thumb and ready to start your
own garden! This series is for those who are new to vegetable gardening or those who would like to refresh their knowledge. Sign up for all three classes or just one class. All classes are $12 each.
Registration is required; please call 561-7400 or e-mail Turner Farm at turnerfarm@zoomtown.com.
Wednesday, February 18, 6-8 p.m. The Basic Garden Plan
Come ready to dream about spring! In this class, we’ll cover site selection, site preparation, how to determine the appropriate amount
to plant, where to get seeds and plants, and other aspects to consider when beginning a garden.
Wednesday, March 4, 6-8 p.m. Seed Starting
We’ll cover all of the basics of starting your own plants from seeds, including how to take care of your new babies. This will be a
hands-on class and together we’ll start a variety of seeds. All materials are provided. We’ll also touch on other methods of vegetable
propagation.
Wednesday, April 1, 6-8 p.m. Soils and Compost
Bring some dirt from your garden site! We’ll do some simple soil tests and learn about ways of preparing the soil for the upcoming
season. We’ll also learn about the basics of composting. Finally, we’ll discuss methods of planting.
Visit the farm website for updates. www.turnerfarm.org
New Technique for Charcot Foot Disease Pioneered in Cincinnati
Cincinnati Sports Medicine surgeons to showcase technique to national audience
Who: Dr. V. James Sammarco, M.D. (Indian Hill) and Dr. G. James Sammarco, M.D. of Cincinnati SportsMedicine and
Orthopaedic Center (CSMOC) recently published a new technique for treatment of diabetic foot deformities that can
prevent amputation.
What: Video crews from American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons will film the surgery and interview the surgeons
who will present the results of more than 20 years of research and clinical experience in the treatment of diabetic patients.
This research is published in the January, 2009 edition of the American Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, the most
widely read peer-reviewed orthopaedic journal.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, as of 2007, some 23.5 million people (over age 20) or over 10% of the
population, suffer from diabetes in the United States. Diabetics are prone to amputation as the condition often causes
blood vessels in the foot and leg to narrow, causing poor circulation. The American Diabetes Association cites diabetes as
the most frequent cause of non-traumatic lower limb amputations.
The negative result of these trends is that 75,000 people lose their foot or leg due to diabetes each year, while 85 percent of these
losses could have been avoided, according to the International Diabetes Federation. A large part of Dr. Sammarco’s practice and
research efforts are related to prevention of amputations.
MD, Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Residency, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
Foot and Ankle Fellowship, The Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
Member, Clinical Orthopaedic Society Member, American Medical Association
Member, Ohio State Medical Association
Member, Ohio Orthopaedic Society
Co-Director, Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery
V. James Sammarco, MD Dr. Vincent James Sammarco is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon whose practice includes
subspecialty care in disorders of the foot and ankle, musculoskeletal trauma and general orthopaedics. He has recently joined
Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center after practicing in the Cincinnati area for seven years at The Center for
Orthopaedic Care. Dr. Sammarco was raised in Cincinnati, and graduated cum laude from Bates College in Lewiston, Maine in 1989.
During that time he was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Society. He attended the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
in Cleveland, Ohio where he received his Medical Degree in 1993. Dr. Sammarco completed a five year orthopaedic residency at The
Cleveland Clinic Foundation and won the award for best resident research during his final year in 1998. He completed a one year
clinical and research fellowship in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at the Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland prior
to starting his practice in Cincinnati in 1999.
Dr. Sammarco is highly involved with several national orthopaedic societies. He is an active member of the American Orthopaedic Foot
and Ankle Society (AOFAS) and has served as Chairman of the Young Physicians Committee and Chairman of the Electronic Media
Committee. He has also served the AOFAS on the Publications and Program Committees. Dr. Sammarco is also actively involved with
the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery (AAOS) and serves on the Publications Committee and Public Education Committee.
Dr. Sammarco is a member and has served committees for the Clinical Orthopaedic Society (COS) since 2003. He is also a member of
the Ohio Orthopaedic Society and has presented research at the annual meetings.
Dr. Sammarco is an active researcher, clinical and scientific writer and instructor. He is co-director of the CSMOC fellowship in
reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He lectures locally, nationally (AOFAS, AAOS, COS) and internationally and has presented
research in France, Greece, Canada and India. Research interests have included cartilage and bone grafting, tendon disorders of the foot
and ankle, Charcot disease, bunion correction surgery and arthrodesis procedures.
He serves as a reviewer for many peer-reviewed publications including the American Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Journal of
the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Foot and Ankle International and other medical publications. Dr. Sammarco edited an
edition of the Foot and Ankle Clinics of North America. He has authored chapters in major orthopaedic and sports medicine text books
and has written over 30 articles published in orthopaedic journals.
When not working, Dr. Sammarco enjoys spending time with his wife and children, and playing music. He enjoys outdoor sports and is
an avid hiker, telemark skier, windsurfer and mountain biker.Dr. Sammarco, a lifelong Cincinnati resident, has been living in Indian Hill
for the past 10 years. You may see him biking around Indian Hill streets.
Stepping Stones Director Named
Woman of the Year in Nonprofits
By Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber
Sue Radabaugh, who has spent her life making lives easier for children and adults with disabilities, was named Woman of the Year in
the nonprofit sector last month (December) as part of the WE Celebrate award program sponsored by the Cincinnati USA Chamber. The
award is part of the Chamber’s WE – Women Excel – program and honors top achieving business women for their innovation, integrity,
inspiration and excellence.
Business women were honored in eight categories including Woman of the Year in Nonprofit, Corporate and Entrepreneur categories,
Women-Owned Business in large and small business categories, Best New Product or Service, Social Entrepreneur of the year and
Business Mentor of the Year.
Radabaugh is the executive director of Stepping Stones Center in Indian Hill, a 45-year-old United Way partner agency serving
children and adults with disabilities.
Among Radabaugh’s achievements, she
• Developed Cincinnati’s first physical education program for children with disabilities at Dyer School. It became a statewide
model.
• Developed Cincinnati’s first infant stimulation program.
• Co-founded Cincinnati Riding for the Handicapped, Cincinnati’s first therapeutic riding program, and was instructor/board
president for more than two decades.
• Developed the acclaimed adapted aquatics program at Stepping Stones Center.
• Served as executive director of New Perceptions, Northern Kentucky, where she created the agency’s first headquarters.
• Developed Step-Up, the region’s only alternative education program for children with severe autism. That program, on the
Stepping Stones Indian Hill campus, is a partnership with area school systems and has become a model for autism education.
Radabaugh helped change the landscape for children and adults with disabilities.
In her acceptance speech, she recalled the turning point in her life. Radabaugh was a college student spending the summer as a Red
Cross swim instructor when she was assigned to the then-new Stepping Stones summer day camp for
children with disabilities. “A little girl with very serious disabilities wanted me to take her swimming,”
Radabaugh told the crowd of 500 at the We Celebrate award ceremony at the Hyatt Regency in
downtown Cincinnati.
Radabaugh had never worked with children with disabilities. The little girl’s condition was initially
intimidating, but as she worked with the girl, the disability was eclipsed by the child’s spirit and ability.
The little girl learned to swim and Radabaugh went back to the University of Cincinnati, changed
her major to physical education and special education, and has spent her life helping others see past
disabilities to find and celebrate abilities.
While still a student, Radabaugh developed an unprecedented swimming program for children
with severe disabilities living at the Cincinnati Convalescent Hospital.
Janet Iles, director of therapy at the former Cincinnati Convalescent Hospital, has described
The Year in Non-Profits Radabaugh’s leadership and vision as “wonderfully daring.”
Sue Radabaugh Woman of
the year for Non Profits
When Radabaugh proposed her swimming program, it was a radical departure for the hospital, Iles said. Many of the children could
not walk or even sit up. Radabaugh convinced the hospital to try. That combination of confidence and vision backed with research,
training and hard work has been Radabaugh’s hallmark.
Her nomination noted “That spirit has inspired educators, therapists, business leaders and parents as well as generations of children
and adults with disabilities. She confronts challenges with a mix of business savvy and belief that the impossible is just something we
haven’t yet figured out how to achieve.”
Radabaugh is a member of the Rotary Club of Cincinnati, which owns Camp Allyn and is a major supporter of the Stepping Stones’
programs at Camp Allyn. She is chairs the Disabilities collaborative and is a member of the Leadership Council of Human Services
Executives and the regional Autism Advisory Council.
Stepping Stones Center started as a summer day camp for children with disabilities and now offers year-round programs including
preschool, adult social, recreational and job exploration skills programs, weekend overnight respite for children and adults, summer
day and residential camps and the Step-Up alternative education program for students with autism and challenging behaviors.
Runner-Up in the Woman of the Year, Nonprofit award was Victoria Morgan, artistic director and CEO of the Cincinnati Ballet.
Other WE Celebrate awards:
Woman of the Year, Corporate, Kay Geiger, PNC Bank president for Ohio and Northern Kentucky, winner; Kelley Downing, CEO
of Bartlett & Co. runner-up
Women of the Year, Entrepreneur, Valerie Newell, managing director of RiverPoint Management, winner; Suzanne LaChapelle,
president of Suzanne LeChapelle Design, runner-up.
Women-owned Business of the Year (26 or more employees): Mesa Industries, Terry Segerberg, CEO, winner; Bonbonerie, Sharon
Butler and Mary Pat Pace, co-owners, runner-up.
Women-owned Business of the Year (25 or fewer employees): Willow Creative Group, Deborah Dent, president, winner; Strategic
HR Inc, Robin Throckmorton, president, runner-up.
Best New Product or Service of the Year: Herbs & Spice and Everything Nice, Susan D. Stewart, president, winner; Game Day
Communications, Jackie Reau, COO and Betsy Ross, president and CEO, runner-up.
Social Entrepreneur of the Year: Penny Friedman, president of InterAct for Change, winner; Zola Stewart, president and CEO of
Focus Solutions Inc., runner-up.
Business Mentor of the Year: Patricia Mann Smitson, partner-in-charge of Thompson Hine LP, winner; Elizabeth Rader, director of
Deloitte, runner-up.
The awards are part of the chamber’s WE Celebrate program, which just launched WE Share, a roundtable discussion program
engaging top women executives.
MARK WOOD OF THE TRANS-SIBERIAN
ORCHESTRA AND OUR INDIAN HILL ORCHESTRA STUDENTS
INDIAN HILL ORCHESTRA DEPARTMENT INVITES YOU TO
Ignite the Passion
A concert featuring Mark Wood of
the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and our
Indian Hill Orchestra Students
Thursday FEBRUARY 12, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Doors open at 7:00 pm General
Admission Seating-All Seats $10
(Limited Seating)
Indian Hill High School Auditorium
6865 Drake Rd. Cincinnati, Ohio 45243
It seems that Mark Wood’s passion for music and artistic
innovation goes back to birth. His father is a professional artist/
sculptor and his mother is an accomplished concert pianist.
Mark also has three brothers who are professional string players
and educators as well.
In fact, the brothers often played together in public, billing
themselves as “The Wood String Quartet.”
Mark’s rigorous viola training as a youth led him to first chair
positions in school orchestras and the highest standings in state
high school string competitions. Along the way Mark received
training at the Tanglewood Music School working with maestro
Leonard Bernstein and the Boston Symphony and participated in
performances at Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center at age
15. This training and experience ultimately led to Mark receiving
a full scholarship to the prestigious Juilliard School of Music at
age 17.
As an electric violinist, Mark Wood is a highly acclaimed
international recording artist who has released six CDs of his
highly original music, showcasing his unique approach to the
electric violin playing on his own line of patented instruments;
he has toured and recorded with many of the industry’s most
prominent performers. In addition to touring with Celine Dion,
where he was featured on a duet with her on the song “To Love
You More,” Mark was also string arranger on two of her records.
He was the featured violinist in Billy Joel’s video “All About
Soul,” appeared on “MTV Unplugged” with Lenny Kravitz, and
has performed with Everclear in a live special for New York
radio station WPLJ-FM. Mark is also lead violinist and string
conductor with the multi-platinum-selling symphonic rock group
Trans-Siberian Orchestra, who are about to embark on their eighth
sold-out arena tour - adding Madison Square Garden in NYC to
the list of sold-out venues at which they have performed. Mark
is putting finishing touches on his latest solo release and tours
with an amazing group of musicians - his band features members
of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and vocalist Laura Kaye, who
collaborates with Mark and appears on several of his CDs.
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As educators across the country are quickly catching on to the
importance of incorporating alternative teaching methods into
their curriculum, Mark’s “Electrify Your Strings” series of music
education programs have become enormously successful and in
demand. EYS has really captured the media’s attention and has
been featured on several national broadcasts of CBS Evening
News, along with segments on ABC-TV, NBC-TV, CNN, and
many others. EYS has been brought to over 100 schools in the
US, including the Berklee School of Music, The Juilliard School,
Oneonta University, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and many
others. In addition, along with such formidable colleagues as
Arnold Steinhardt of the Guarnari String Quartet, Isaac Stern, and
Yo Yo Ma, he is an instructor of a special course at the annual
Mark O’Connor Fiddle Camps held in Nashville and San Diego.
Indian Hill High School Presents Thoroughly
Modern Millie February 26-28
Indian Hill High School continues its long tradition of offering
great musical theatre to the community with Thoroughly Modern
Millie. Set in New York City in 1922, this musical concerns a
young girl from Kansas who comes to New York in search of a
new life for herself. She has guts, pluck, charisma, moxie and
has big dreams. Her grand plan is to find a job as a secretary for a
wealthy man and then marry him. Along the way, her plan goes
completely awry! The owner of her dingy hotel kidnaps young
girls to sell to the Far East; her wealthy boss is slow in proposing
marriage; and the man she actually falls in love with doesn’t have
a dime to his name.
Indian Hill has a well-deserved reputation for outstanding
sets, costumes and dancing, and this year promises to exceed
expectations. The set has several moving pieces, including a
working elevator! The costumes are constructed using vibrant
colors and ornate fabrics. You truly feel as if you have been
transported back to the 20’s! This show has plenty of tap dancing,
jazz music, screwball villains and true love. The cast, crew and
orchestra are working hard to ensure that audiences fall in love
with this award-winning Broadway show.
Don’t miss out on your chance to reserve tickets. They are
available now by visiting www.ih.k12.oh.us/ihdrama or by
calling the ticket hotline at (513) 272-9IHT (272-9448). Shows
are Thursday, February 26, Friday, February 27, and Saturday,
February 28 at 7:30, plus a matinee on Saturday, February 28 at
2:00pm. Tickets are $10.00 for evening shows and $7.00 for the
matinee.
Indian Hill Primary and Elementary Schools Anticipate
Arrival of National Geographic Giant Map of North America
Thanks to the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Anderson, a
giant National Geographic map of North American is being made
available to the Indian Hill Primary and Elementary Schools in
February, at no cost to the schools. The map, measuring 26 feet by
35 feet and weighing 140 pounds, gives students the opportunity
to explore North America by walking on it.
National Geographic also provides many accessories to aid
the teachers with the experience. These include lesson plans,
interactive games, geography adventures, atlases and books that
with information about North America. The teachers will use the
map to enrich their math, science and social studies lessons.
The Indian Hill Schools gives a heartfelt thank you to Mr. and
Mrs. Anderson for their generosity and support of our students. For
additional information, a Press Release from National Geographic
is included. Contact: Martha Carroll Stephen Phone: 513-2724505
National Geographic Live! The live events division of the National
Geographic Society, responsible for multimedia presentations,
performances and film screenings for the general public, school
audiences and sponsoring organizations around the world. For
more information, visit nglive.org.
Cincinnati Country Day School FUNdraiser this Spring
Cincinnati Country Day School is happy to announce this years’
fundraiser, Flip Your Lid for Country Day. The event, scheduled for
Friday, March 6, 2009 in the School’s Dining Terrace, will feature
dinner by the bite, live music, silent auctions, live auction, raffles,
fun games, prizes and more! Participants can come as they are,
or don fun hats and wigs to coincide with the theme of the event. Thanks to Flip Your Lid’s co-chairs, Wendy Bader, Linda Pruis, and
Tresonne Peters, the evening is sure to be a fun-filled night for all!
NEW GIANT TRAVELING MAP OF NORTH AMERICA
GOES ON TOUR TO U.S. SCHOOLS
A giant National Geographic map of North America, measuring
26 feet by 35 feet, is traveling to schools, museums and festivals
across the country this year, giving student explorers a geographic
experience like no other. The National Geographic Giant Traveling
Map brings with it rich content and exciting activities to enliven
the study of geography, making it a fun, interactive experience.
The North American map is the third in National Geographic’s
Giant Traveling Map series. Africa began touring in 2006, followed
by Asia in 2007. In the 2008-09 school year, more than 90,000 U.S.
students will have the unique experience of walking on a National
Geographic Giant Traveling Map.
The new giant map, designed for grades K-8, tours with a
trunk full of accessories, including interactive games, geography
adventures, atlases and books that teach students about the
physical characteristics of North America as well as its rich history
and varied cultures. The map is based on the National Geographic
reference map series and on the North America map in the
“National Geographic Atlas of the World, 8th Edition.”
Some of the activities included are “A Tale of Twenty Cities,”
in which students explore the physical and economic reasons
behind the locations of North American cities, and “Grocery Store
Geography,” in which bean-bag-tossing skills are called upon
to test students’ knowledge of where foods are produced in the
continent.
“Experiencing a map of this size can really awaken a student to
the power of maps and the limitless depth of geography,” said Dan
Beaupré, National Geographic’s director of education partnerships.
“Whether they are using the map to learn place names or to compare
state-to-state CO2 emissions, students are physically involved in a
hands- and feet-on way that makes geography into an event.
To learn more about the Giant Traveling Map project, for
borrowing information, or to download map activities, visit
ngsednet.org/giantmaps.
National Geographic Giant Traveling Maps are produced by
The CCDS “Flip Your Lid” Silent Auction committee meets:
(L-R Back Row) Robin Sheakley (Indian Hill), Paula Brock
(Indian Hill), Anne Maier (Indian Hill), Kirsten Giacomini
(Amberly), Susan Wright (Indian Hill), Wendy Bader (Blue Ash),
Linda Pruis (Blue Ash), Pamela Koncius (Hyde Park)
(L-R Seated) Jeanne Ross and Jean Garboden (Loveland)
Christmas Tree Recycling
at Stephan Park
There is a designated drop-off area at Stephan Park
for residents who wish to have their live Christmas
tree recycled. Trees should have all tinsel, ornaments,
and plastic removed prior to dropping them off. The
Public Works Department will haul the trees off to
be recycled through February 13th, 2009.The trees
are ground up along with tree debris, brush, and
leaves, and then returned to residents as mulch. The
mulch is available to residents free of charge by
calling the Public Works Department at 831-3712.
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BITS AND PIECES
HONANicPAINTING
Painting, Wallpapering,
Get ahead start before spring. Painting,
wallpapering. 30 yrs. expr. Refs. avail.
Great Prices. Free estimates Call C.D.
Marshall now at 731-9298
Painting & Construction
Interior & exterior renovations. Historical
restorations, custom painting & staining,
roof restoration. Insured & no smoking
policy, free estimates I. H. refs. on request
call Tim Bowman at 812-689-6771 or Cell:
812-756-1351
Interior painting, specializing in
residential homes.
Painting done in a neat & professional
manner. Color matching, wood refinishing,
dry wall repairs, quality service competitive
prices. Refs. upon request Call Robert
Beckler 625-0166
Painting, Tile, Bath & Kitchen
Remodeling Madeira based company,
excellent I. H. refrs. fully insured. I also
can take care of most home repairs. Call
James Taylor at 513-313-4838
HOUSE & YARD
MAINTENANCE
Rich’s Pest Control
Termite, General Pest, and
Eradication, fully insured.
Contact Rich Rodier 293-0052
I. H. Employee
Mole
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
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
Grounds Keeping Services
I. H. resident looking to provide personal
care for estates with acreage. Complete
grounds keeping. Serving I. H. residents
for over 25 yrs. Call Dave @ 470-0189
Tree Service
Trimming, topping, tree removal, insured
and no smoking policy Free Estimates,
I. H. refs.on request call Tim Bowman at
(812) 689-6771 or Cell 812-756-1351
Landscape Consultation
Design/Project Management Services
by Martha Wassermann LLC. 32 yrs.
in garden/construction design & teaching
landscape architecture. Info for do-ityourselfers or installation provided.
Discounted plant sales. Numerous awards
& refs. 631-3724 or e-mail through website
at www.marthawassermann.com
Pressure Washing
and deck sealing, pools, decks, driveways,
& walks. Call Gary 658-5092
Tree Care and Consulting
B.S. Forestry 30 yrs. arborist expr. deep
root tree feeding, pruning, tree, & stump
removal. Call Gary at 658-5092
Landscape Services
Grass cutting, spring clean up, mulching,
planting, full tree service & snow removal.
Many yrs expr. In I. H. Call Gary at 513528-3668
Beautiful Evergreens
Planted in your yard. Norway Spruce,
white pine, Colorado blue spruce etc. Call
658-5092
House & Yard Maintenance Complete
professional home repair and Service.
Carpentry, Electrical, Drywall, Painting,
Tile, Plumbing, Gas Fireplace. Serving I.H.
for 17 yrs. I.H. refs. Insured – BBB- Call
Doug Baker at (513) 490-8DBA (8322)
www.dbahomeservices.com
Complete Gas Fireplace service since
1992. Conversion to vent free gas log set.
Serviced over 4,000 units in Cin. Fully
insured, workers comp. BBB member.
www.dbafireplace.com
Call Doug Baker 513-*490-8DBA-8322
Property Care Manager
Working for I.H. residents for over 30
yrs. house, yard & bldg. maintenance.
Landscaping, hauling, pressure washing,
pool care, tree work, ets. Free estmts
Personal service guaranteed. Call Bob
Rhodenbaugh @ 265-7900
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
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
Landscaping, mowing, maintenance, tree
removal, leaf clean-up, etc. 25 yrs. expr.
Now offering services in I. H. fully insured
call Benjy Caton 513-752-9024
Snow Removal
Patrick, I. H. Junior, raising money
for college learning commitment &
responsibility of business with Dad.
Commercial or residential, snow removal
& salt. Call 403-3322
Snow Plowing Needs
Call Ken Heile anytime at 375-3552 for
snow plowing needs in the winter. Also,
call for a quote on quality lawn care for
next season. We have I. H. refrs. For
our family owned business with unique
customer services.
Small Jobs Specialist
Handyman work-yard work, building
maintenance. Quality work, competitive
rates, licensed & insured looking for long
term clients. Non smoker, Chamber of
Commerce, Credit cards accepted. Call
Roger L Simon at 513-321-1419
Landscape Estate Mgmt.
Cincinnati Country Day educated owner.
Full service Landscape Company with a
Landscape Architect on staff. Our company
has specialized in estate management and
design & installation since 1966. Visit us at
www.HornbergerLN.com (P) 1-888-901TREE
Snow Removal
Call now to secure your place for winter.
Call Gary 528-3668
BUY/SELL/RENT
Violin For Sale
Like new, in mint condition, full size 4/4,
set up with (D’Addario) super sensitive
strings & four adjusters, brazil wood bow
with horsehair, high quality rosin, & case
with strap.
Call 513-561-7365
Piano, beautiful Kimball console for sale,
$1,150 or best offer. Late ‘60s Kimball
console piano and bench bought three
years ago reconditioned by and bought at
Henderson Music. It’s got some physical
wear and tear as one might expect, but
it would look handsome in most rooms.
Musically it is top notch. I bought it for my
daughter, now 10, who has moved on to
another instrument. Make a fair offer and it
is yours! Jon Entine, at 319-8388
Piano for Sale
Baldwin Acrosonic upright piano and
bench, cherry finish, excl. very gently used.
Call 513561-7365
Steinway For Sale
Steinway ebony grand piano built in 1963;
is in excellent condition & was recently
appraised for $45,000. Will sell for
$300,000. Call 513-368-2800 if interested.
Norris Lake – Lakefront Home for Sale,
Deerfield Resort. 4 bdr. 4 bath. Fully
furnished. 2-slip dock with sundeck and
hydrohoists. Gazebo. More information at
(513) 831-9168.
Hilton Head Island
2 Br., 2.5BA Golf Course Villa located
on the first tee of the World Famous
Harbourtown Golf Course in Sea Pines
Plantation. Walk or bike to the ocean; great
rental history. Call for details on assumable
loan with incredibly low interest rate
Monique Curtis-Associate Broker. Call
843-785-5252 for information
Unique Home for Sale or House swap
Historic home in East Walnut Hills/Hyde
Park area avail. For sale, or equitable house
trade for I. H. home w/ 4/5 bdrms. House
on very desirable Str. Listed in top 100
architectural homes in Cincinnati. Looking
to move to I. H. Call Theresa at 513-4769005.
Milford Historic Downtown. 224
Water St.Very nice 2nd floor apt. w/AC 3
Bedroom, 2 Bath. $775.00/Month.
513-766-3770.
Kiawah Island, S.C. 2 BR. 2 BA cottage.
Close to beach, on golf course. Reasonable
513-259-6692
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 2713385 or 769-4747 ext, 108 today
Office Space for Lease
Newly remodeled office space includes
three (3) separate offices, common area,
rstrm. & conference room. Lease entire
space or only the space needed. Monthly
lease amount determined by space required.
Just 3 miles from I 275 near the intersection
of Loveland Maderia & Remington. Call
513-891-6333 or visit website for more
information: http://crapseyandgilles.com/
office/index.html
For Lease:
Beautifully updated 5 bdrm., 5 bth. home w/
old world feeling, 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.
Have the best skin of your life. on your
wedding day. See results with pure Swiss
formulated Anti-Aging skincare Call to
schedule an individual consultation, or
group/shower. Ask about a free gift. Call
Kaaren at 513-502-5995
Rainbow Playset
With penthouse, swings, tire swing, toddler
airplane swing, rope disk, slide etc. In
good condition for $750. Can be moved by
recreations. Call 317-2222 if interested.
Horse Barn/Nice
Water & electric. 2 stalls available/tack
room/loft/pasture. I. H. you take care of
horses. $250/month with $250 deposit.
Call 513-200-9909
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
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 Condo. Located on scenic Gulf
Dr. 2 Br. 2 Bath 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
Gatlinburg TN. Beautiful Chalet
3 bdrm., 3 bth. Chalet has 5 TV’s, 5
DVD’s, & VCR’s stereo, 2 gas fireplaces,
trails, 4 ponds, small water fall, and hot tub
on your private deck. Seasonal swimming
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pool. 2 minutes to downtown, www.
erainthesmokies.com click on a black bear
hideaway call Dee at 561-4683 & get $10.
discount
Hawaii
Ka´anapali Westin Resort Ocean front
studio Villa; week of March 14-21, 2009;
sleeps 4. $2,200. Call Bonnie at 408-3543223
Wanting to buy John Ruthven Prints
Please email bbritton1@comcast.net
For Sale or Lease
Stunning river view, 3 bdrm. Condo, high
end bldg. 616-2001
For Sale or Lease
Breathtaking river view 1 bdrm. Condo,
high end bldg. 616-2001
For Sale Int. Cub Cadet mower with
vacuum, needs work call 513-831-1575
48” blade
Artwork
Tropical harbor setting oil paintings by
Marko Mavrovich. Pastel colors. Beautiful.
Two paintings are 37X38. limited edition,
signed lithographs by McKenzie Thorpe.
Delightful prints, little boy with a big head,
hearts & love. Whimsical & a joy. Call
604-8111 if interested
Everything Thomas!
A package combo available for the child or
grandchild who loves trains, and Thomas
the train. I have over 50 trains (mostly
Thomas brand), lots of track, books, video
tapes, and train accessories including the
giant wooden train platform station. If
interested call Paula @ 604-8111. Being
offered for $600. (trains alone are worth
more than asking price!)
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
Thoroughbred Horses for Sale. Competent
riders only. Call Greg at 543-3520 for more
information.
Marina front, ground floor, garden condo.
100 yrds. To beach, bike to downtown
Naples. 2 bdrms, 2 bths. plus lanai.
Beautifully furnished. 3 month minimum
lease. Pool, guarded community. Available
April on. I. H. owner 831-0293
Barn Sale
Hay, alfalfa cubes, lime, tack, halters, new
saddles, new double saddle, used synthetic
saddle, etc… Email willi1264@aol.com
for more information.
For Sale by Owner:
Beautiful I. H. Central Village 2 story home
for sale, 5 bedrm. 1st flr. Mstr. w/sauna &
steam rm. 7 full bths. 6 frpl... 4 car detached
For Rent
Delightfully charming 6 rm, 3 bdrm. Home Heated grg. w/lrg. Strg. area upstairs. w/
on beautiful, quiet, and conveniently atchd. grg. concrete 22x55 pool w/6x12
located street in picturesque Mariemont sun dk. & 8x8 spa w/a vanishing electric
community. Off st. parking garage, central safety cover. Completely renovated 3 stall
air, and full bsmnt. $1,600.00 per month. heated barn with feed rm., bedding area.
Mariemont school district. Call Teresa Hay storage, tack rm., paddock & pasture.
Tolintino at 319-6640 for info. Refs. Many trails. All new fencing. Completely
remodeled (down to studs) in 2002,
required. For Sale or Lease
including all plumbing, wiring, landscape,
For Sale Turn of the Century (1900) gem! etc… and additions added. Re-circulating
In Indian Hill Charming, updated Victorian hot wtr systm. 6000 sq. ft. plus finished
3 BR. New hardwood floors, custom made lower level w/beautiful bar. 3 laundry areas.
windows, large master. Pristine condition! Laundry chute. Complete in/out audio
Beautiful park like lot. High ceilings, systems. Security system w/cameras. 5.33
warm paneled family room, 4 fireplaces, acres. Backs up to green belt. $2,545,000.
central air, gas heat. Great location. Call Occupancy negotiable Email willi1264@
aol.com if interested. No realtors please.
Alex at 513-519-2121. 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
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
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
John Ruthven prints for sale,
Red Fox & Snowy Owl. Both signed
& numbered Call 791-1364 for more
information.
Ranch Mink w/Fox Collar
Absolutely beautiful. One yr. old, size large.
Appraised for $5000 will sell for $2500
Moved to Florida, no need for so much
warmth. Please call 561-9288 if interested.
Porsche Snow Tires for Sale
Porsche snow tires on aluminum alloy
wheels. Set of 4 Bridgestone Winter Radial
WT-05 tires on German-made Borbet 5
spoke wheels. Should fit 1992-2001 Porsche
911, possibly others 2 255/40/R17 tires on
9Jx17H2 wheels; two 205/50/R17s on 71.2
Jx17H2s. Call Clayt at 513 271-5980
Scottsdale AZ Home for Rent
Scottsdale, AZ 3br, 2 ba. Home on
golf course. Private pool & spa. Gated
community. Rental by the month only. 480358-0535
Home Entertainment Systems
Sales & service of home theater systems,
whole house audio/video etc. Can up-date
a new system that fits your life style. Also
computer calibration of home theater &
video equipment. Certified & insured Call
Glenn Bladh Wrk: 697-8829 or Cell: 4841527
www.homewerxcentral.com
Home for Rent
On beautiful 5 acre Indian Hill property,
country setting in the heart of the village. 4
bdrms., 3.5 baths, 3,500+ finished square ft.
Includes a guest apartment & 2 car garage
Call513-225-5442
For Sale Wii Sport
Never Used, play station & two remotes.
Separate recharging station. $280. Call
561-6280 Ask for G
PERSONAL
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
Be a guest at your own Festive Occasion
Over 50 yrs. combined culinary & food
service experience. Full service & clean up.
Cocktail parties & wine tastings. Weekly
personal chef service. Intimate pan to plate
dinners for up to 10 people. Refs. available.
Kate Jansen 513-673-5385 Sandra High
513-631-5660
Award winning Tutoring
In-your home; Math, Science, language
Arts, etc. Call John McCarthy 271-1362
Destin Florida Condo
Available on beautiful Holiday Isle. Beach
front family rental resort with white sandy
beaches, two pools, hot tubs & tennis
courts. Hi speed internet, movies, games
& more. 2 Br., 2 Bth... Upgraded in 2007.
Stunning sunset view of Destin Pass. Low
rates, last minute deals. Indian Hill owner,
513-272-6437
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.
Houseman
Housekeeping, cooking, run errands
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
Cleaning Done Professionally, Honest,
reliable, dependable, fully bonded &
insured. For free est. call Carol at 575-4930
or cell at 967-3837
Private Home Care provider
Have good refers. In school for L. P. Nurse.
Please call nurse patty 252-4743 I’ll do the
job.
Upholstering
Quality craftsmanship since 1965. James &
Mary Harris Ph. # 575-0289 fax 575-0793
Dependable, non-smoking housekeeper
with 23 yrs. exper. Reliable with reasonable
rates & excl. refs. Willing to do laundry &
ironing. Jessie Wehrmann Call Home 7344125, 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,
squirrels. Licensed by the O.D.N.R. 24 hr.
emergency service call (513) 797-8727
Housekeeper Service
Dependable & reliable, please call Kathy at
513-288-6754
Childbirth Classes
Bradley method, husband coached. Call
Linda at 513-271-3417
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
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
Handyman Work,
Yard
work,
Housework
building,
maintenance red brick repairs, small jobs
specialist. Quality work, competitive
rates, licensed, & insured. Looking for
long term clients. Non-smoker, Chamber
of Commerce. Credit cards accepted. Call
Roger Simon, at 513-321-1419
Cleaning Done Right.
Refs. avail. 35 yrs expr. Cleaning, detail
oriented, reliable 3 hrs. minimum. Great
pricing. Call Brenda & Vanessa at 7242338 or 625-3529
Mommy Time Massage
In your home a perfect at home getaway
during naptime of before the little ones
get back from daycare. Restore your
energy after the holidays. 10+ yrs. expr.
Convenient, licensed.$50. in and out in one
hour. Call Lori at 513-313-1076
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
Pet Sitting in Your Home
Daily/weekly/occasionally, up to 4 visits
a day. Priced per visit regardless of the
number of pets. Available for holidays,
vacations, weekly or just the occasional
need. Daughter of local vet and animal
lover. Serving other clients in your area
daily. Call to set up consultation. Call
Jennifer at 513-602-5498
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
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 513-4901451 cell 513-625-0560
Mother & Daughter at your Service over
20 yrs expr. Cleaning, laundry, cooking,
shopping, errands & companionship care.
Contact today 513-371-1198 or Cell 513418-3844. References
Home Healthcare
Will care for your loved one, light
housekeeping & laundry, transport to &
from physician, etc. reasonable, references.
Call Mary (513)831-3188
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) 831-3188
references
Landscaping Install, removal,
maintenance. Fence installation & repair.
Contact Jason at 513-265-6065. I. H.
Village employee also I. H. references
Neatly done housekeeping, 23 yrs. expr.
bonded – insured – free estimates –BBB
member Call 513-403-9293 Tracey
House Cleaning
Honest, reliable person looking to clean
your home. Laundry, ironing, etc. great
references. Weekly, bi-weekly, Call Sandra
at 513-238-5637
Cleaning Service
Kindergarten-grade 7 experienced
teacher and tutor. I offer organization
& study skill development in addition to:
reading, language arts, and math tutoring.
Let me help your child soar to new heights.
Resume upon request Call 984-0729
In Home Personal Training
Nationally certified personal trainers bring
the gym to you! Lose weight, tone muscle,
and get into the best shape of your life.
Contact Greg Leader at 247-9242 or greg@
midwestpersonaltrainers.com
Plumbing
New, remodel & service work licensed &
insured. J579 Plumbing license Call 513473-9696
Cleaning
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
House Cleaning
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 984-5225
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 513-557-6120
ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Train in
your own home. Resistance training, toning
and flexibility. Call Cindy 513-793-0425
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
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
Cleaning
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
Pet Sitter
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
Cleaning professionals
Honest, dependable & thorough residential
cleaning. Move in, move out, weekly, biweekly, pre & post event. Call Beverly
Hills today 513-315-4503 Refs.
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.
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 513-2310539
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 Animals 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:
Exercise physiology with a master’s
degree and 20 yrs. of expr. Certified by the
National Strength and conditioning Assoc.
Offers programs to increase strength, lose
weight, & improve balance. Moving to a
convenient, new location in January. Call
David Wernick, M.A., CSCS at 513-3281768 Refs. available. For more info.
www.totalfitnesspro.com
General House Cleaning
by an experienced and dependable
housekeeper? Call Denotra at 885-0724
Personal
Assistant/house
manager/
companion/lite ousework/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
at 513-583-5083 or cell at 859-380-5937
Adoption Fundraiser
If you would like to donate to the Adoption
Fundraiser, we can pick up your gently used
items on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call
Rachel at 513-583-5083 or Cell at 859380-5937
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?
Kenyon College graduate interested in baby
sitting, house sitting, and running errands
Call 521-2811
Interested in babysitting, house sitting,
and chauffeuring to Doctor’s appts., the
airport & venues for the arts 22 yr. old
female If interested call 521-28911
House cleaning done professionally,
the way it should be. Honest, reliable,
dependable, fully bonded, & insured. Free
est. call: Carol at 575-4930 or cell 9673837
Care of Elderly
Years of experience, excellent references
Call 513-829-4191 If no answer leave
number will call back
House Cleaning
Bonded & Insured, residential, commercial,
& Post construction cleaning. Call Annie
513-520-3906 or Becky 513-919-0750
www.amaid4you.com or
amaid4you@yahoo.com
Seeking Odd Jobs
Seeking odd jobs, clerical, light house
work. Help you out in a pinch. Johnny on
the spot; very reasonable rates call Barbara
at 45-7804 or 885-7331 for short tern or
regular work.
House Keeping or Child Care
Will do housekeeping or child care. Need
transportation. 513-891-9939
House Cleaning and Yard Work
House cleaning, decluttering & yard work.
Something else you need help with? Call
Terri Burchain (513) 407-5488 or email:
terriburcham@earthlink.net
Non smoking Christian, Excl. refs.
Professional Housekeeper Caregiver
25 yrs. expr. Non smoker. Call Barbara
Ogden 513-875-2478 or cell: 513-3487785 Refs. Avail.
Cleaning Service
20 plus yrs. expr. Free estimates, references,
dependable. Call Vicki at 576-0833 or
Shelly at 831-3181
Maid Service
Maid service. 513-919-0750 or 513-5203906
My Girl Friday-My Man Godfrey –
Interested in hiring someone for “in home”
pet setting. Comfortable surroundings,
great pets, 1 adorable dog, and 3 sweet
cats. Some errand running, about 10 hours
per week. Email resume to Jane-hhinfo@
hhhinsurance.com, or call Jane 479-1193
Nurse, wants work
Care of elderly, who are special care person.
Best of references, Years of experience.
Very dependable, Please call 513-829-4191
No answer? Please leave phone # I will call
you back.
Licensed Massage Therapist
In office or your home. Will make nursing
home visits. Insured-references. National
Certification. Gift certificates available.
Call Gary 658-5092
www.garyschambach@gmail.com
Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified Reflexologist since 1991; also
trained in crainiosacral, La Stone Massage
& Reiki. Call Mary Whalen at 561-8246
Retired Indian Hill Employee available
to do weekly yard & tree maintenance at
an hourly rate. Please call Walt Stewart at
513-283-4725
Zak Home Fitness LLC
Offers affordable in home exercise
training. Personalized meal plans to fit your
metabolism. One hour detox reduces water
retention and boost energy. Mention this ad
& receive two free exercise sessions. www.
zakhomefitness.com Or 513-623-8422
Gas Fireplace Service
Complete Gas Fireplace service since
1992. Conversion to vent-free gas log set.
Serviced over 4,000 units in Cincinnati.
Fully insured, carry workers comp. BBB
member. www.dbafireplaces.com
call
Doug Baker (513)248-8DBA (8322)
While You’re Away
I. H. resident willing to provide a variety
of services while you are away from your
home. Including, but not limited to the
following: Security checks, plant care, pet
care, coordinating maintenance services,
lawn, leaves, gutters, furnace, and snow
removal – Control of contractor access
for projects, mail & pkg. forwarding.
Message retrieval, weekly auto starting,
transportation services, emergency support,
weather checks. Please call Katie Slattery
H 272-6272 or Cell 703-6113
Baby, House, & Pet Sitter
Recent Mt. St. Joseph graduate will
transport & stay overnight with children
and for care of home and pets. Call Leigh
at 708-0547
Car Care and Detailing
Full car detailing includes 3 step process of
paint, cleaning, polishing, & wax. Interior
includes leather cleaning & conditioning,
& optional carpet cleaning. Under the hood
includes standard cleaning & polishing
where necessary. Take care of your car
before winter weather hits. Call Andy
Gerhard 513-340-4522
Tutoring
K thru 8; IHHS & university graduate
certified 3rd year teacher, seeks tutoring
opportunities with your students; all
subjects. Call Erica 476-1714
House Sitting, Pet Care
IHHS graduate, Middle School Teacher
will responsibly house-sit, provide loving
pet care. Call Erica: 476-1714
Improve Reading & Comprehension
Skills
Students of all ages & abilities. Strong
readers easily acquire & develop the
underlying cognitive processes necessary
for success in reading, while other’s need
explicit & systematic instruction to develop
these processes. Using research-based,
research-proven approaches, reading and
comprehension skills can be strengthened
and, therefore increase the success of any
reader. Remediation & Enrichment; that’s
what we do. www.langsfordelearning.com
or 513-531-7400
Piano lessons in your Home
Piano lessons in your home. Excellent I. H.
refrs. 513-787-3809 Also Math Tutor 513787-3809
Professional Caregiver
With more than 18 years of expr. Including
hospice care, is seeking new clientele.
Please call Lisa at (513) 403-0871
Sewing Lessons
In my I. H.. home Beginner, intermediate.
Private, semi-private, flexible hours.
Apparel, home decorating, light upholstery.
Call Ann 831-9168
Personal Aide or Senior Care
Christian woman with great refrs. & expr.
Looking for a position or a personal aide,
or senior care. Will also do light cleaning
and cooking. Call Sharon at 677-8722 or
253-2817
Personal Trainer
NFTA Certified since 2005
Stretching, flexibility, strength and
Cardiovascular training. Specializing in
women of all ages. One Individual $40.
each session Call 513-304-3652
Massage
60 minute massage for moms & retirees in the
comfort of your home.Angiechamberlain.
massagetherapy.com 515-1538
Award-winning communications/PR
with 20+ yrs. expr. Seeking position in
marketing and/or public relations or as an
executive/personal assistant. Proficient in
Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Page
Maker & basic knowledge of inDesign.
I have worked with and for several IH
& HP execs. References & letters of
recommendation are available. Call Lin at
235-8604
Landscaping/Ground Maintenance
Serving IH for over 12 yrs. with many
refrs. available. Get ready for spring, call
now for free estimates on lawn mowing,
fertilizing, spring cleanups, landscaping,
snow removal, etc. Reliable professional
& affordable service. Call 513-947-8727.
www.American landscapesLLC.com
Home Repairs and Cleaning
Call 513-235-7163
Office Space for Lease
Newly remodeled office space includes
three (3) separate offices, common area,
restroom & conference room.
Lease
entire space or only the space needed.
Monthly lease amount determined by
space required. Just three (3) miles from
1-275 near the intersection of loveland
Madeira & Remington. Call 513-8916333 or visit website for more info. www.
crapseyandgilles.com/office/index.html
Oh’sI. H. refs. on request call Tim
FEBRUARY 6, 2009– INDIAN HILL BULLETIN – PAGE 26
IMAGES
•••THEN AND NOW
From the Indian Hill Historical Society
Buckingham Lodge
1861
Looking Back at the Influenza Pandemic of 1918-1920
In 1918 an influenza virus spread around the world killing more people than any other outbreak of disease in
history. Estimates are that between 20 and 100 million died worldwide, and more than half a million in the US.
The pandemic lasted two years. Commonly called the Spanish Flu, it was deemed remarkable because usually flu
kills the elderly and infants, but the majority of its fatalities were young adults in the prime of their lives.
The first significant outbreak in the nation occurred at Ft. Riley, Kansas in March 1918. Here over 50,000
Army troops, mostly recruits, were stationed preparing to be deployed overseas in World War I. Men were
barracked together in close quarters, providing fertile ground for contagion. Within three weeks, physicians at
the Army hospital treated 1100 men, all sick from severe influenza. Only 38 died, but the soldiers who survived
went to Europe and transmitted the disease there.
The flu rebounded to the states at the conclusion of the war. It spread very rapidly especially in crowded
cities.. It is believed that the virus became more virulent as it mutated over time. About 20 percent of the flu’s
victims had a mild case and recovered, but the vast majority perished within hours or days. Fatigue, high fever,
chills, sore throat, sniffles, and muscle aches were common symptoms at the outset. As the disease progressed,
bacteria attacked the afflicted’s lungs, clogging them and destroying air sacs. Patients had difficulty breathing,
became unconscious, developed a blue tint on their faces, black feet, and coughed up blood stained sputum before
expiring.
Doctors, nurses, and undertakers were overworked and
hospitals and cemeteries were overcrowded. Nursing shortages
were so acute that the Red Cross asked local businesses to
allow workers to have a day off if they volunteered in hospitals.
Cities that ran out of coffins converted streetcars into hearses to
keep up with demand.
Cities enacted a variety of different ordinances in an attempt
to restrict contagion. Public gatherings were outlawed and
venues (e.g. movie halls, dance halls, saloons, soda shops)
were closed. Handshakes were illegal. Funerals could only last
15 minutes. Stores were forbidden to hold sales. Railroads
required passengers to have signed certificates of good health, and gauze masks were required wear in certain
areas. Schools were closed and church services were cancelled. Chicago police officers were told to arrest
anyone sneezing or coughing in public.
Placards appeared saying Spitting equals Death or Obey the laws and wear the gauze; Protect your jaws from
septic paws. A catchy little rhyme was sung by schoolchildren as they jumped rope. The lyrics were “I had a little
bird, And his name was Enza, I opened the window, And in flew Enza.”
The pandemic ended in 1920 when the flu disappeared. But it had taken its toll, affecting the lives of people
in every community, even Indian Hill. Robert Krohn Livingston, a Cincinnati native and Cornell University
engineering graduate who was decorated with honors after his frontline service as a Lieutenant with the American
Expeditionary Forces in France in World War I died from influenza at age 24. His father established Camp
Livingston in memory of his only son. The camp on north Given Road hosted more than 15,000 campers over
five decades. The camp’s recreation hall was the site of current day Livingston Lodge.
THE INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
2009
PATRON PARTY
Every January the Indian Hill
Historical Society traditionally says
“THANK YOU” to its Patrons and to
all those who have contributed to the
success of its projects and programs in
the past year.
The appreciation party was held
this year at the lovely home of Colby
and Marc Manly. The house, built in
1935 by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Drackett,
had an informal feel while retaining
the dignity and charm of its elegant
Georgian architecture.
outstanding features of the house,
a “flying” stairway, patterned after
the famous original in the Nathaniel
Russell House in Charleston, South
Carolina. She recalled walking
down that stairway on her wedding
day.
Patron Joyce Koehler and
Susan Hunter

MARCH PROGRAM
Marc Manly related interesting
facts about his home
You will not want to miss the next
program of the Indian Hill Historical
IHHS President Barb Hauck with Cecile
Society. Mark your calendars for
Drackett Allyn
March 15 for a Sunday afternoon
The Manlys also escorted guests brunch and program at the Little
outside to view the formal gardens
Red Schoolhouse.
originally designed by Eleanor H.
Kent Bradley Roush and
Christie. The large perennial flowerbed,
although dormant in winter, was still Shannon Roush, well-known and
dramatic as it overlooked the pool, accomplished architects will be
terrace and tennis court at the edge of making a presentation of Georgian
and Federal architecture in the
the Red Bird Hollow valley.
Village of Indian Hill. Call the
Historical Society Office to make a
reservation: 891-1873.
FUTURE
PROGRAMS
Sunday – April 19 – 4pm
Indian Hill Historical
Society’s 35th Anniversary
Celebration
Old photographs and newspaper articles
told the history of the house
A special guest of the evening
was Cecile Drackett Allyn, the
grandgaughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Harry Drackett.
Their house
became her family’s home when
her grandparents moved. Mrs.
Allyn pointed out one of the
Patron Suzanne Muller and Party
Co-chairman and IHHS Trustee Cindi Reid
Guests were treated to elegant
hors d’oeuvres in the Manly’s
lovely dining room. Co-chairman
of the event, Trustee John Depree,
provided excellent refreshments
enjoyed by all.

Sunday – May 17 – 1pm
30th Annual Indian Hill
House Tour

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