MESSENGER May

2019Progress Through Unity

02 MEMORIAL DAY Ceremony Monday, May 27

03 LARGE TRASH Guidelines Pick-Up Dates

05 LIGHT OHIO BLUE How can you help May 8-16

CITY OF MORAINECOMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

4200 Dryden RoadMoraine, OH 45439937-535-1000ci.moraine.oh.us

Moraine is a great community. We’re proud to live here. We have no property tax levys.On May 7th, we must join together to support the NO TAX INCREASE Issue 12,

keeping Moraine services the best in the Miami Valley.

Vote Yes on Issue 12 - NO INCREASE IN YOUR TAXES

Moraine residents expect and demand excellent services, which we’ve always had. Great Police, Fire and Street Divisions along

with all other Departments.

VOTING YES MEANS THAT YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CITY

& YOUR NEIGHBORS!

KEEP MORAINE SERVICES WORKING FOR YOU!VOTE YES ON ISSUE 12

NO NEW TAXES

KEEP YOUR FREE SERVICES• Trash service• Large trash pick up• Street improvements• Sidewalk repair• Ambulance & emergency services• Safety services • Community events• Snow removal for senior citizens

Non-Residents pay the majority of the Income Tax!

INCOME TAX

DOES NOT TOUCH SENIOR

CITIZENS PENSION OR NON-WAGE INCOME

CeremonyThe ceremony will be held at the Memorial in front of the Municipal Building on Monday, May 27 at 11am and is hosted by Mayor Elaine Allison. The engraved bricks recently added to the pathway will be recognized as well as honoring our veterans who have served our country during war and in peacetime.

Rotary Donates Dictionaries

Members of the Rotary Club recently donated over one hundred dictionaries to fourth graders at C.F. Holliday Elementary School in Moraine. The school is one of five local elementary schools that receive dictionaries from the club every year.

"We told the students that Moraine Rotary stands for service. We had all of the kids look up the word "service" and asked them what acts of service they could perform in their neighborhood, at home and at school to make a positive difference," stated Rotarian Rosie Miller.

April Showers Bring May FlowersSpring is finally here and summer is just around the corner. All of those bitterly cold and snowy days of winter are just a fading distant memory. Spring and summer bring back green grass, trees and flowers. With all this beauty also comes work. Please remember these few property maintenance codes which Moraine has put in place so everyone can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors this summer.

• Grass, all exterior property areas shall be maintained free from weeds, plants, vines, grass or other vegetation in excess of 8 inches in height.

• Parking, all vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas, all parking must be on a hard paved surface such as gravel, blacktop or concrete.

• Outdoor storage is not permitted in residential districts. Such storage items may include, but are not limited to: bicycles, lawn mowers, automotive repair equipment or parts and construction materials.

• Driveways and sidewalks should be kept clean and free of grass and weeds.

• Trees, plants and shrubbery should be kept so it has a clear height of 8 feet above sidewalks and 14 feet above streets. All dead sections should be removed as well as any limbs touching your roof. They can cause damage to your shingles. Bushes and hedges in the front yard must be kept so they do not exceed 4 feet in height and be 3 feet from the lot line.

• Do not place garage sale signs in the right of way or attach them to poles or street signs. They will be removed! Post the days of your sale with the actual dates ie: April 26-28.

• Trash cans must be kept out of view until 24 hours before and after its scheduled pick up. Trash must be placed in approved containers with a lid.

Please remember, keeping your yard well-kept will make our City a more beautiful place for everyone to enjoy this summer. Questions and comments are always welcome; please contact your Building and Zoning Department at 535-1038 or e-mail to twenzler@moraineoh.org.

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CeremonyThe ceremony will be held at the Memorial in front of the Municipal Building on Monday, May 27 at 11am and is hosted by Mayor Elaine Allison. The engraved bricks recently added to the pathway will be recognized as well as honoring our veterans who have served our country during war and in peacetime.

Angus, Beechgrove, Blumen, Charlotte Mill, Clearview, Collins, Cottage, Cozy Camp, Dayton-Germantown, Dorf, Elrod, Elter, Farmersville-West Carrollton, Hemple, Herford, Infirmary, Johnson, Liberty-Ellerton, Loveland, Main, Miami Shores, Munich, Outdoor, Parallel, Paris, Payne, Pinnacle, Pinnacle Park, Schloss, Sellars, Shadyview, Shank, Shorelands, Soldiers Home Miamisburg, Soldiers Home West Carrollton, Swimming Hole, Trace, Trail On, Union, Vance, Venetian, Wienburg, Wiesen, Willowview

Blanchard, Bowman, Cadillac, Champion Oak, Dixie, Dryden, East River, Ellery, Fulton, Genoa, Gladstone, Holman, Hoylake, Janco, Jomar, Kreitzer, Lakehurst, Lamme, Lauderdale, Lehigh, Manistee, Marconi, Mays, Ned, Nyack, Oak, Old Sellars, Orange, Pensacola, Rand, Red Oak, Sibley, Southlawn, Springboro, Telhurst, Viking, White Oak, Willow Oak, Winwood

Bulk Pickup: West Side of RiverMay 6 - 10

Bulk Pickup: East Side of RiverMay 20 - 24

Residential Large Trash Pick-UpListed below are the guidelines for large trash pick-up, along with the dates the Street Division will be in your neighborhood. Please note: several trucks from the Street Division will be picking up the disposed items separately. The Street Division asks residents to assist in separating their disposal items. This service is not provided to businesses in the City.

Items Not Acceptable: 55 gallon drums, household garbage, asbestos material, swimming pool chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, photographic chemicals, propane tanks, fuel, oil, gas or oxygen tanks, compressed cylinders

Acceptable Items and Guidelines: • Tree trimmings and/or brush must be no longer

than 8 feet in length. We ask that residents stack all brush at the curb neatly with the butt end facing the street so that it may be easily loaded into the chipper. Please keep all brush separate from all other disposal items.

• Paint, batteries, motor oil, metals and appliances containing freon. Please keep all these disposal items separate.

• Tires should also be kept separate from all other disposal items. Only a total of eight truck and car tires will be accepted for disposal. Tractor tires will not be accepted.

Please place all unwanted items at the curb on the weekend prior to the scheduled pick-up date. All large trash pick-up items must be placed next to the curb by Monday at 7am.

Keep Moraine Beautiful - 2019 Community Clean Ups

Calling all Volunteers! KEEP MORAINE BEAUTIFUL is the theme in 2019 to keep bike trails, hiking trails and parks clean this year. From April through November, residents, businesses, church groups, sports teams and scout troops are encouraged to participate at one or more events to beautify our recreation areas. Water, gloves, trash bags and free t-shirts are provided. Join the fun! Call the Volunteer Office at 535-1003 for information.

Deer Meadow Park4321 Pinnacle RoadFriday, May 10 at 6:30pm

Moraine Bike Trail3800 Main St.Friday, June 14 at 6:30pm

Pinnacles Hiking TrailPinnacle Road Saturday, July 6 at 11am

Wax Park3800 Main Street Wednesday, July - TBA

Boat Dock & Bikeway AreaEast River Road Boat RampFriday, August 2 at 6:30pm

Johnny Appleseed Hiking Trail3000 Dorf DriveSaturday, September 7 at 11am

Second Child DiscountA discount is available for families enrolling more than one child. With a fee reduction of $10 per week for the second child and any subsequent children. All children must be members of the same household. Please inform staff member at the time of camp registration if this discount applies to your family.

**Additional child(ren) reduced rate for both resident and non-residents available!

Camp Hours:Monday-Friday: 9am - 4pm

Extended Care Extended Care consists of seated, quiet activities, before camp begins and after camp is over.

• AM Extended Care $10 weekly fee/per childHours before camp from 7am - 9am

• PM Extended Care $10 weekly fee/per child Hours after camp from 4pm - 6pm

• Both AM & PM Extended Care $15 weekly fee/per child

Camp Fees:• $60/wk per Resident Child

• $110/wk per Non Resident Child

Pay in Full for all 7 weeks by June 1& receive the 8th week Free! Non-payment will constitute a forfeiture of camp spot. For more information call 535-1060.

Day Camp Registration Information! Happiest Place in Moraine!Registration for Residents and Non Residents going on NOW at the PRC for ages 6-10 year olds! For more information call 535-1060.

From morning drop–off to evening pick–up, your children will experience crafts, sports, games, guest speakers, talent shows, science experiments and more! Weekly field trips are famous for combining excitement and learning! After a quick bus ride, we will be exploring awesome kid-spots around the City.

Weekly Themes & Field TripsDate Theme Field TripJune 10 - 14 Spy Kids Laser Tag

June 17 - 21 Animal Planet Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

June 24 - 28 Time Traveler Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

July 1 - 5 Wizarding Week(No camp on July 4)

Local Splash Pad

July 8 - 12 Wild World of Sports Bowling

July 15 - 19 Little Einstein Duke Energy Children’s Museum

July 22 - 26 Superhero Local Movie Theater

July 29 - August 2 Splish! Splash! Local Swimming Pool

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Police Division Joins Light Ohio BlueThe Police Division has joined the Light Ohio Blue campaign to show and generate support for law enforcement personnel who protect our communities throughout our great state.

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. The Light Ohio Blue campaign coincides with activities associated to Police Week. This year’s dates are Wednesday, May 8th through Thursday, May 16th.

Businesses and residents in Moraine are encouraged to show their support for law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty and those currently serving, both sworn and civilian staff.

How can you help Light Ohio Blue?

• Place a blue bulb on your exterior porch light;

• Wrap blue Christmas lights around your home or business;

• Light up your entire home or business with blue flood lights;

• Place blue ribbons on your mailbox, nearby columns or posts;

• Wear Blue on May 15; and

• Tell your friends, family and neighbors what you’re doing, and post a picture to social media using #LightOhioBlue

Please join us to show support for law enforcement and help light Ohio blue!

For more information please visit http://www.lightcentralohioblue.org/ or follow us at https://www.facebook.com/MorainePD/.

Congratulations to the Creeper aka Dave Miller for making The Horror Host Hall of Fame class of 2019!

Dave started the Moraine Playhouse Theater series back in 1988 and has produced over 30 "B" movies. His involvement with the community is unsurpassed and the City is proud of this unique accomplishment.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the series, we have episodes of the series on our YouTube channel.

Research, Discover and Uncover Moraine’s HistoryDayton Air Institute

One of Moraine's Historical Markers is Moraine Field which in 1926 became Dayton's first Municipal Airport. The marker is located near Springboro Pike and Northlawn Blvd. just north of the Fuyao Glass America plant. Moraine Field was co-owned by pilot Bernard Whelan who was trained by the Wright Brothers and co-owner Howard Rinehart who test piloted airplanes for the Dayton-Wright Airplane Company located further south on Springboro Pike in Moraine. Moraine Field remained in private hands and served as Dayton's "official airport" until 1928 when airmail service was switched to Wright Field in Dayton.

In June 1929 the Moraine Flying Field became the Dayton Air Institute Inc. where students could enroll in a course for the complete study of aviation with actual flying lessons. A 1929 photo shows the first 40 students who enrolled at the Air Institute.

As the Wright Brothers fame spread, Dayton became a hot bed for pilot training as many schools of aviation sprang up. Vintage magazine ads stated "Take your place in Aviation today", "Learn Flying in Dayton, Ohio where Aviation was Born!" It is unknown how long the Dayton Air Institute was in business in Moraine, but the site was still listed in a 1939 map of Moraine.

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Harold “Sonny” Sigler1930 - 2019The City of Moraine is saddened to announce the passing of long time Fire Chief Harold “Sonny” Sigler. Chief Sigler passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019 at Wellington Assisted Living in Miami Township.

Chief Sigler served the residents of Moraine for 25 years as a member of the Fire Division. Chief Sigler was a dedicated and passionate employee who will be greatly missed.

Chief Sigler i.s survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Elizabeth A. Sigler; many grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as special friend, Billy Gordon (Retired Assistant Chief).

The City sends it thoughts to Chief Sigler’s family during this time of sorrow.

The Moraine Fire Division is offering free Dual Sensor Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detectors*. Home Safety Evaluations are also available. Quantities are limited. Please contact the Fire Division Secretary at 535-1132 to request a detector or schedule a Home Safety Evaluation.

*Limit one smoke detector/CO detector per household. Whiles supplies last.

Moraine Fire DivisionPhone: 535-1132Fax: 535-1303Email: msmith@moraineoh.org

EXTRAORDINARY CRAFTERSLocation: GCCDate: Thursdays, May 2 & 16Time: 1pm – 2pmAge: 18-54Cost: $5 per dayThis class is designed for adults with developmental disabilities to enjoy themselves while making a craft to take home. May 2: Paint a flowerpot and plant a flower May 16: Wind Chimes

EXTRAORDINARY COOKINGLocation: GCCDate: Thursday, May 9Time: 1pm – 2pmAge: 18-54Cost: $10 per dayThis class is designed for adults with developmental disabilities to gain more experience in the kitchen while making food. May 9: Mini Pizzas and Root Beer Floats

BINGOLocation: GCCDate: Monday, May 13 (2nd Monday)Time: 12pmAge: 55+ Cost: FREEBe part of the exciting action! We have a wide variety of prizes for the winners. Bring a friend and wear your lucky socks!

KIDS NIGHT OUT: Glow in the DarkLocation: PRCDate: Friday, May 17Time: 6pm – 9pmAge: 6-10Cost: $4 per childKids come have some fun at a night full of darkness. We will be playing glow in the dark dodgeball and other fun activities. Snacks will be provided for this event. Sign up early because space is limited.

MOTHER’S DAY TEA PARTYLocation: GCCDate: Thursday, May 9Time: 11am – 1pmAge: 55+Cost: FREECome enjoy a relaxing afternoon with calming music, treats and warm tea. Bring your sister or a friend to enjoy a relaxing day and celebrate Mother’s Day.

Gerhardt Civic Center (GCC)3050 Kreitzer Road 535.1095 Monday - Saturday 10am - 8pm Sunday *Closed (Open for rentals only)

Ora Everetts Park3050 Kreitzer Road

Payne Recreation Center (PRC)3800 Main Street 535.1060 Monday - Friday 6am - 9pm Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Wax Park3800 Main Street

SPECIAL EVE N T S PRO GR A MS

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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Location: GCCDate: Mondays - FridaysTime: 2:45pm – 6pmAge: Grades 1st – 5thCost: Resident FREE Non-Resident $30 per week 2nd child $20 per weekThis program offers children the opportunity to participate in team-building activities, crafts, games and time to complete homework with assistance from staff if needed. Through funding provided by the State of Ohio, a snack is given each day. This program coordinates with the Kettering Schools calendar. Student transportation to the program available for Southdale Elementary Students only.

DROP-IN PICKLEBALLLocation: PRC GymDate: Tuesdays & Wednesdays Time: 3pm – 5pmDate: SaturdaysTime: 9am – 11amAge: 18 & UpCost: $1 per person per day.Bring a friend or meet up with fellow players. All skill levels welcome. Equipment and balls available.

Appleseed Park3000 Dorf Drive

Deer Meadow Park4321 Pinnacle Road

DP&L Park2916 Cadillac Street

George Taylor Park4709 E. Venetian Way

German Village Park370 Blumen Lane

Lehigh Park2607 Lehigh Place

Pinnacle Park3060 Charlotte Mill Drive

Pinnacle Park Tot Lot3300 Charlotte Mill Drive

Riverview Park3021 Lakehurst Court

SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAMLocation: GCCDate: Mondays - FridaysTime: 11:30am – 12:30pmAge: 55 & UpCost: FREE - Donation appreciated.This service affords individuals age 55 and older the opportunity to have a hot, nutritional lunch while enjoying the company of their peers. If over the age of 60, you qualify for the suggested donation of $2 per meal. If under the age of 60, suggested donation is $4.65 per meal. Please call 24 hours in advance to reserve a meal. This program is funded by the Area Agency on Aging PSA2.

HOMESCHOOL GYMLocation: PRC GymDate: Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21, & 28 Time: 1:30pm – 2:30pmAge: 6-17Cost: $1 per dayJoin us for an hour of gym class for home-schooled children! Sports and favorite gym games make up the curriculum. Attendance can be tracked for verified hours.

QUILTINGLocation: GCCDate: Monday, May 6, 13, & 20Time: 6pm – 8pmAge: 18 & UpCost: Resident $5 Non-Resident $10Want to brush up on your quilting skills? This program offers a place for people to start a life-long journey expressing their creativity and personal style through quilting.

COUNTRY JAMLocation: PRCDate: MondaysTime: 6pm – 8:30pmAge: 18 & UpCost: FREEThis popular drop-in session meets most Mondays. Enjoy good ol’ down home country and gospel pickin’ and singin’. All guitar pickers are welcome. Admission is free, but please bring a non-expired canned good for the local food pantry.

Moraine Airpark to Celebrate the 60th Annual EAA Fly-InEAA Chapter 48 will celebrate the 60th Annual Funday Sunday Fly-in on Sunday, May 5th at the Moraine Airpark, 3800 Clearview Road in Moraine.

Enjoy the nation's longest running Experimental Aircraft Association Fly-In at the same location. Come from 9am to 2pm see a large assortment of homebuilt, classic and vintage airplanes and interact with the pilots. Breakfast and lunch will be available, biplane rides, FAA information forums and much more. Call the Airpark at 866-2489 for more information.

Charity Quarter Auction - May 10

This popular fun filled event meets the first Friday of every month from 6pm - 9pm at the GCC. This is a charitable event used to raise funds for the Moraine Reach Program. The money will help local teens to have fun, gain community service hours and experience new things.

Admission is $1 per paddle. Participants bid with quarters on items provided by area vendors. Optional raffles include 50/50 and Queen/King of the Night--a chance to bid free all night, chance for $20 in scratch off tickets, and a Big Ticket item. Concessions available. Bring some quarters and your friends! If you have any questions about the event or if you are interested in being a vendor, contact mydirectnetwork.25@gmail.com.

Miami Valley Academy is now enrolling KG students for 2019-2020. All Ohio residents are eligible. Transportation available dependent on resident location.

Miami Valley Academy5656 N Springboro Pike937-294-4522info@miamivalleyedu.org

Come in for a tour of our building, or give us a call at 294-4522, weekdays between 8am - 4pm.

Enroll Now At Miami Valley Academy

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Administration – ClericalContact Dave at 535-1003 or dmiller@moraineoh.org

Extraordinary CraftersThursday, May 2 & 16Contact Holly at 535-1097 or hmiller@moraineoh.org

Extraordinary CookingThursday, May 9Contact Holly at 535-1097 or hmiller@moraineoh.org

GCC Afterschool ProgramContact Tiffany at 535-1096 or tosgood@moraineoh.org

Senior Citizen Nutrition Lunch ProgramContact Holly at 535-1097 or hmiller@moraineoh.org

Substitute On-Call Volunteer ReceptionistNeed volunteers who would be willing to sub on short notice at the Municipal Building front desk weekdays between 8am and 5pm. Volunteer would need to dress appropriately, have cheerful personality, greet patrons, answer phone calls and direct patrons to proper departments. Contact Dave at 535-1003 or dmiller@moraineoh.org

Once you volunteer 12 hours, you are eligible for a free 6-month membership at the

Payne Recreation Center.

MAY Volunteer ProgramHave a good time and make a difference!

Volunteering for the City is one of the best examples of government and people working together for the good of the community.

Senior Citizen History ProjectIndividuals who lived in Moraine in the 1940's, 50's, 60's or 70's (or can provide photos, newspaper articles) to tell us your early Moraine stories about your neighbors, businesses and life back then.

Also, need volunteers to interview the seniors.

Contact Dave at 535-1003 or dmiller@moraineoh.org to schedule an appointment.

Businesses looking for an opportunity to give back to the community? Boy or Girl Scout troops needing to earn a badge? Contact the Volunteer Office and we can schedule a park, trail or bikeway cleanup or adopt a flowerbed volunteer opportunity just for you.

LegendPRC - Payne Recreation Center - 3800 Main Street

GCC - Gerhardt Civic Center - 3050 Kreitzer Road

Wax Park - 3800 Main Street

Adopt-a-FlowerbedMaintain one of the 28 City flowerbeds from May to September. Twice a month volunteers will remove weeds & litter. Contact Dave at 535-1003 or dmiller@moraineoh.org.

Deer Meadow Park Community Clean UpFriday, May 10

Help beautify our busiest park. Remove tree limb blow-downs, remove litter & recycle bottles. Dress for the weather. Clean Up begins at 6:30pm. Gloves, trash bags, free t-shirts & water provided. Contact Dave Miller at 535-1003 or dmiller@moraineoh.org.

Offices Closed

City offices close in observance of the following holidays: New Year’s Eve Day, New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day.

ELAINE ALLISONMayor

ORA ALLENAt-Large

DONALD BURCHETTAt-Large

RANDY DAUGHERTYWard 1

TERI MURPHYDeputy MayorWard 2

SHIRLEY WHITTWard 3

JEANETTE MARCUSWard 4

MAYOR’S COURT Monday-FridayHours 8a-4p535-1010

COUNCIL Monday-FridayHours 8a-5p535-1005

TAXESMonday-FridayHours 8a-5p535-1026

NON EMERGENCY Police & Fire535-1166

POLICE RECORDS Monday-FridayHours 9a-3p535-1163

TRASH/BULK PICK-UPCity of Dayton333-4800

WATERMontgomery County781-2500

Any other inquiries 535-1000