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Program to save over 20 percent on electric generation!

Aggregation plan to save on energy costsIn November, the voters of Springdalepassed two ballot issues which allowedthe City to create a Natural GasAggregation Program and an ElectricAggregation Program. Immediatelyfollowing the election, the City beganworking to acquire certifications fromthe Public Utilities Commission of Ohio(PUCO). Certifications for bothprograms were granted in February.

On February 15, the Springdale CityCouncil passed legislation entering intoan agreement with DP&L EnergyResources (DP&L) to serve as the

“Alternative Electricity Supplier” forthe City’s Electric AggregationProgram. DP&L has agreed to provideenergy generation services forSpringdale residents at a rate of $0.0455per kWh through May 2014. Thecurrent Duke Energy “Price toCompare” is $0.0597 per kWh. As aresult, the City’s aggregation rate ismore than a 20 percent discount off theDuke Energy rate.

There remain several steps to completethis process. Some have already takenplace. The City has formally requested

from Duke Energy, the customer list ofthose who did not take advantage ofalternative offers from other providers,such as Duke Energy Retail, Dominionor First Energy. Customers on the listwill automatically be included in theCity’s new program. Some customersmay be excluded from the list becausethey do not qualify to participate underother PUCO rules.

Residents who did take advantage ofthe savings opportunities will need torequest to be added once the program isup and running.

Once Duke Energy has provided theCity and DP&L with the list, thoseeligible customers will receive an “OptOut Notice” from DP&L. This noticewill identify DP&L as the City’s ElectricGeneration provider and will confirmthe rate to be charged for generationservices, as well as other terms andconditions of the program. If you areon the customer list, you should havereceived your Opt Out Notice by now.If you do not wish to participate in theprogram, you have 21 days from thepostmark date of the notice to indicatesuch. If you wish to remain in theprogram, you simply do nothing.

Following those 21 days, Duke Energywill send a “Final Notice” to eachcustomer confirming their participationin the City’s program and allowing anadditional seven days from thepostmark date of this notice to cancelparticipation. At the conclusion ofthose seven days, the enrollmentprocess begins. Thirty days later,residents should begin to experiencesavings in their electric energy rates.

The DP&L lower rates will be reflectedon the customer’s Duke Energy bill.Always remember, the customer willcontinue to receive their bill from DukeEnergy which continues to provide theactual transmission and distribution ofelectric energy in Springdale.

Over the past few years due to financialchallenges and lack of revenues, theCity has been forced to severely reducefunding for its Annual StreetImprovement Program. As a result ofthis reduction, the funds for this pro-gram which primarily addresses repairsto the neighborhood streets were toosmall to make any substantial impact onCity streets for the past couple of years.

This year we have made the commit-ment to spend $400,000 on the AnnualStreet Improvement Program. Since wehad a very limited program over thepast few years, the damage to ourstreets has continued to grow; therefore,prioritizing which neighborhoodimprovements to make proved to bevery challenging. Although the Cityrecognizes that there are needs in allneighborhoods, current resources sim-ply do not permit all of them to beaddressed at this time. As a result, in2012 a portion of the Oxford HillsSubdivision will be the first to seeimprovements. The following streets inthe subdivision will be a part of thisyear’s program: Yorkhaven Rd.,

Cedarhill Dr., Harcourt Dr., and KennRd. from Cedarhill to Yorkhaven. Themain focus of the project will be thereplacement of curbs, the reconstructionof catch basins, the addition of ADAcompliant handicap ramps at affectedintersections and some sidewalk repairsalong the named streets.

In addition, some residents may berequired to repair/replace theirdeteriorated driveway and/or apron.This driveway and/or apron work, ifdeemed necessary, will be at theresident’s expense. If repairs areneeded, a notice will be sent to theaffected property owner.

Construction is planned for later thissummer. Once the final schedule isdetermined, letters will be sent to allaffected property owners providingmore details about their drivewayand/or apron. The letter will includereplacement specifications as well ashelpful information on HamiltonCounty’s Home Improvement Program(HIP) to assist with any potentialfinancing of the improvements needed.

City’s Annual Street ImprovementProgram for neighborhoods returns

While the national, state and localeconomies have faced some of the mosttrying times in history, the City ofSpringdale has experienced a number ofsuccesses that will help further stabilizethe local economy. Seventy percent ofthe Springdale economy is comprised ofOffice and Retail Businesses. Two tothree years ago, when the market was inits full fledged downward turn,Springdale — like many othercommunities — experienced a number ofvacancies and a loss of jobs.

At the end of 2009, General Electricrelocated over 1,200 jobs out of the City’soffice sector. Avon announced that itwould soon begin to eliminate two oftheir three operations (manufacturing,returns and their call center). This wouldmean the loss of another 400 - 700 jobs.

Today, the City has added or renewedseven office-based businesses whichhave or will occupy 453,000 square feetand employ over 2,200. It is expectedthat Springdale’s 2012office occupancy willbe 17 percent abovethat of 2009, includingthe majorannouncement byHumana to locate in Springdale. Othernot-so-public successful additions areorganizations such as Sugar CreekPacking and College Source, Inc.

In the City’s visible retail area,approximately 400,000 square feet ofretail space was lost, impactingapproximately 400 jobs. Retailestablishments such as Walmart, CircuitCity, Old Navy and Borders were someof the employers that closed.

Springdale has added or renewed 22retail businesses, which account for647,000 square feet of space and employover 600 people. Retail occupancy levelshave increased from 72 percent in 2009 toroughly 83 percent in 2011.

Added to the Springdale economy wasMorris Home Furnishings, HomeEmporium, Full Throttle Karting, 5 GuysBurgers, Woodcraft, Smoq Restaurant,

Front RoomFurniture, AspenDental, the VitaminShoppe and severalothers. Springdalewas also able to

retain a number of businesses whosimply changed their physical addressand location. Those who announcedplans to remain include TJ Maxx,Verizon, Treehouse Kids and Party City.

Four new retail businesses have openedin the first quarter of 2012. They include:Lucy’s and George’s Restaurant (formerChi-Chi’s location); Sherwin WilliamsPaint (Tri-Centre); Ali BabaMediterranean Restaurant (next to LuLu’s); and Merchants Mart, a discountfood store (former Thriftway location).

Economic development will remain apriority as Springdale and the nationbegin to emerge from difficult economictimes.

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General Information.........................346-5700Mayor Doyle Webster

City Building .............................. 346-5705Home ...................................... 671-4489

Clerk of Council/Finance DirectorKathy McNear ............................... 671-2510City AdministratorDerrick Parham ............................. 346-5700Assistant City AdministratorJerry Thamann .............................. 346-5700Building Department........................ 346-5730Finance Department ........................ 346-5700Police Department (non-emergency)....... 346-5760Fire Department (non-emergency).......... 346-5580Health Department .......................... 346-5725Public Works Department.................. 346-5520Property Maintenance& Zoning Hotline............................. 346-5734Recreation Department .....................346-3910Income Tax Department ....................346-5715Public InformationPhone Line ................................... 346-5757Internet Address .............. www.springdale.orge-mail address ............. admin@springdale.org

How can we help?

Police or Fire Emergency

9•1•1Not an emergency? Then call

346-5760 for Police346-5580 for Fire

New businesses improve City’s economic outlook

In late 2011, a newprototypestore….Warehouse Boccupied a 30,000 SFspace at PrincetonMarketplace acrossPrinceton Pike fromMacy’s. The new storeoffers dramaticdiscounts on a widevariety of merchandiseincluding electronics.

In February 2012,Humana’sRightSource businessoperation beganoccupying 173,000SF of space at theExecutive CentreOffice Park. Thefacility will provide1,000-1,200 new jobsin Springdale in thecoming months.

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The City has partnered with an outdooradvertising firm, Lamar AdvertisingCo., on the development of anelectronic display sign with the intent ofcatching the eye of motorists alongInterstate 275. Thehope is that thelarge electronicbillboard will lureconsumers from I-275 to merchantsand businesses inSpringdale.

The 14-foot-by 48-foot electronic LEDsign will be erectednear Front RoomFurniture. Lamarwill bear the entire$750,000 cost forthe sign and willdevote one-sixth ofthe advertising time to Springdalebusinesses, as well as the promotion ofthe Springdale Retail District and othercommunity and civic events.Advertisements will cycle every eightseconds.

To assist with the marketing of theadvertising time, Lamar hired theSpringdale Chamber of Commercebecause of the chamber’s close contactwith local businesses.

“The city’srole has beenone ofpromoting thedevelopment of thedevice and its designduring the PlanningCommissionapproval process,”noted SpringdaleEconomicDevelopmentDirector Jeff Tulloch.

The sign is expected to becompletely operational this

spring.

“It really is very exciting to get this signup and functioning,” Tulloch said.

Springdale businesses wanting toadvertise on the display should contactJulie Matheny, Director of theSpringdale Chamber of Commerce, at513-346-5712 orjulie@springdalechamber.org.

New sign to attract business to City

Want a local grocery store? Your input is neededFor many years (in fact sinceThriftway closed), residents haveindicated a strong desire to have asupermarket return to the City ofSpringdale. Those concerns havenot gone unheard.

In 2005, City officials met with aconsultant to determine thefeasibility of a grocer relocating itsoperations into the community.That study indicated thatSpringdale would present a goodopportunity for a grocer. The staffmet with a number of retailgrocers in hopes of recruitingthem to Springdale.

Unfortunately, to date, the City has not been able to recruitand land that supermarket. City officials have not given upon the idea of recruiting a supermarket to the community.

Instead, a movement is underway toratchet up efforts in support ofachieving this goal.

That is where the fine citizens ofSpringdale come into the picture.The City would like for you toplease provide WRITTEN commentsexplaining how important asupermarket is to you as aSpringdale resident. Yourcomments will be shared withprospective supermarkets as aninducement to locate a store inSpringdale.

Please send comments to:admin@springdale.org or City of

Springdale, Administration, 11700 Springfield Pike,Springdale, Ohio 45246. Your assistance in this matter ismuch appreciated.

Residents will soon see theSpringdale Garden Clubmembers working in front ofthe Springdale CommunityCenter, in the Butterfly Gardenat Springdale Elementary, andnot to mention in their owngardens. The Garden Club hasbeen asked to help plant a

vegetablegarden at theHeritage HillElementarySchool, a tasksupported by

School Nurse Jo Roberts.

The Springdale Garden Clubwill sponsor its annual flowersale on April 1. The sale helpsthe Club buy plants andsupplies for various communitygardening projects. Orderforms for the sale can beobtained at the CommunityCenter. Order forms are alsoavailable from any of the clubmembers. All order forms needto be turned in by April 14.Flowers are scheduled to be

delivered and distributedFriday and Saturday, May 11and 12.

In June and July, the club willbe touring other gardens in thearea. The Club’s Salad Supperand planning dinner isscheduled for August.

New members are alwayswelcome. For more informationon club activities contact JoanKnox at joanknox99@fuse.net orby telephone at 674-7755.

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Join Us!Regularly Scheduled

Monthly MeetingsHeld at the Springdale MunicipalBuilding, 11700 Springfield Pike:

City Council1st & 3rd Wednesdays of

each month at 7 p.m.

Planning Commission2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Board of Health2nd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

(except June, July & August)

Board of Zoning Appeals3rd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Held at the Community Center:Recreation Commission

1st Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.(except June, July & August)

For more information about meetings and events, please call the

Municipal Building at 346-5700.

SGC: a “growing endeavor”

It is a good rule of thumb thatwhen Forsythia shrubs beginto bloom, it is time to cut backroses and other perennials,and remove debris fromplanting areas. Also, it is nottoo soon to plant earlymaturing vegetable crops.Local extension offices haverecently completed a studyshowing that the Springdalearea should now beconsidered a USDA PlantHardiness Zone of 6.5 forseed planting.

Gardening Tips:

Once again, Springdale will offer aprogram to qualifying homeownersso they can make repairs andupgrades to their property. TheHome Improvement and RepairProgram provides reimbursementfor costs associated with exteriorrepairs to owner-occupied dwellings.Funding is made available throughCommunity Development BlockGrant funds from the U.S.Departmentof HousingAnd UrbanDevelopment(HUD). Inmany cases,this programprovided theextra fundsto make aprojectpossible.

The City hasparticipatedin theprogramover the pastthree years,resulting inhome repairs and improvementstotaling $151,244. The program is awin-win for both the homeownerand the community. Improvementsnot only increase an individual

property’s value, they improvelivability and enhance the values ofthe entire community.

The maximum reimbursement is$1,000. In 2011, a household of 4benefitted from the program if thefamily income was no more than$56,300.

Repairs/improvements must be onthe exterior ofthe home, butmay notinclude pools,spas,landscaping,playequipment ornew detachedaccessorystructures.

Applicationswill beacceptedstarting May 1.Moreinformation onthe program,including the

2012 income guidelines, will beavailable at www.springdale.org (clickon the Building Department link) or bycalling the Building Department at346-5730.

Program could again help withexterior improvement costs

Recent statistics indicate that about2,500 youths per day between the agesof 12 and 17 illegally use painmedications for the first time right outof the family medicine cabinet. Factslike this support the need to discardmedications when they are no longerneeded.

So that residents can safely andappropriately dispose of their oldprescription drugs, the Springdale

Police Departmentand the HealthDepartment areparticipating in thenationwide DrugEnforcementAdministration(DEA) Drug Take-Back Program onSaturday, April 28.

Residents are urged to clean out theirmedicinecabinets andbring theirunusedprescription drugsto the circular drive infront of the PoliceDepartment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Theprogram does not accept needles or liquids.)

Residents can simply pull through thecircular drive and hand their unneededprescriptions to attendants who willsafely dispose of the medications. Noquestions will be asked of thoseparticipating in the program.

For more information, contact OfficerMarsha Bemmes-Hoctor at 346-5760.

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BEWARE: spring scams

Drug take-back program returns

Spring is just around the corner with herbeautiful flowers, gorgeous days... anddoor-to-door solicitors.

Beware: spring is prime time for severalperennial scams, such as: n Home improvement con artists who

promise low rates on asphalt paving,roof work, garden prep and manyother services, but don’t deliver orperform substandard work.

n Door to door solicitors, who falselyclaim to be collecting for charity,selling alarm systems or sellingsubscriptions to magazines that neverarrive.

Beware of contractors that use highpressure sales tactics, one day deals,want cash up front, and have vehicleswith no company name on them and/orout-of-state plates. These should be ared flag that they are likely notlegitimate.Tips when dealing with contractorsn Ask to see licenses and proof of

insurance. Verify their businessphone and address.

n Ask for references. Check with theBetter Business Bureau and the OhioAttorney General for any previouscustomer complaints. You shoulddeal with a local reputable businessto help avoid scams. Establishedcontractors should have enoughbusiness through advertising andreferrals that they don’t need to godoor to door to get work.

n Door-to-door solicitors should neverbe allowed to enter your home. Toavoid Identity Theft, never give a

solicitor any personal information.Most solicitors likely have nocriminal intentions, but never letyour guard down.

All commercial door-to-doorsolicitors must be licensed by theCity of Springdale. Any violatorsshould be immediately reported tothe Springdale Police Department.

Springdale’s 2011 tax returns are dueto the tax office (or postmarked) byApril 17, 2012. The items required tobe included with the City tax returnare W-2 form(s), page 1 of the Federalform 1040 (and other applicableFederal forms), form 1099 Misc., andany other schedule to support the taxreturn activity.

Who must file a City return?All residents 19 years and older arerequired to file a tax return, whetheror not tax is due. Retired residentswill need to file a zero taxable incomereturn, then the account can beestablished in a retired status andsubsequent Springdale tax filings willnot be applicable (assuming theresident has no further taxableincome). In addition, all businesseslocated in Springdale and businesseswhich earn income as a result of workperformed in Springdale are alsorequired to file a tax return, whetheror not tax is due.

Tax Department HoursThe Tax Department regular hoursare Monday through Friday from 8a.m. to 5 p.m. The Tax Departmentwill also be open on Saturday, April14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The TaxDepartment will also have extendedhours until 7 p.m. on April 12, 13 and16.

Extension RequestsExtension requests must be receivedin writing by the filing due date. Ifthe account is current, an extensionwill be granted until November 30,2012.

QuestionsQuestions can be directed to the taxoffice at 346-5715 or, in person, at thetax office at the Springdale MunicipalBuilding. Residents waiting untilApril 17 to file could experience along line.

City tax returns due April 17

The warmth of summer is just aroundthe corner, but with it comes the needfor caution. While adults are wellaware of the dangers of hot weather andsunlight, children are not and are onlyinterested in the seasonal fun activities.

Slip, Slop, Slap & WrapThe rays of the sun present dangerousultraviolet (UV) radiation that can notonly cause serious burns, but also thelong-term risk for skin cancer. Whenplanning a day in the sunshine, slip on ashirt, slop on the sunscreen, slap on ahat and wrap on the sunglasses. Whenall four cautions are exercised, adultsand children have the greatestprotection from the dangers of UVradiation.

Swimming PoolsSupervision: Always supervise childrenin a pool. Never assume somebody elseis watching. Take turns being thedesignated “pool watcher” whenentertaining with others. Remember, itonly takes one inch of water to cause adrowning. Most drownings involvingchildren occur in absolute silence as a

child slips under the water. If there’swater, there’s a risk. You can reducethose risks by registering your childrenfor summer swimming lessons at theCommunity Center.

Life Safety Skills: Knowlife-saving skills bytaking a course in FirstAid/CPR. Classes areoffered once a month atthe Community Center.Register by calling theAmerican Red Cross at792-4000.

Suction Danger: Alwaysbe alert to damaged ormissing drain covers.Public swimming pools and spas arerequired by law to be equipped withanti-entrapment drain covers.Residential pools are not subject to thesame laws and parents should alwayscheck for missing or broken draincovers. In some cases, the opening hassuch force it can trap a child or adult.Never use a pool with drain covers thatare missing or broken.

Prevention: Safety isn’t just theresponsibility of a parent. Every pool

owner must inventory dangers thattheir pool may present. Pools shouldhave adequate barriers, such as a fencewith self-closing and self-latching gates.

All doors accessing thepool should be securewith an alarm on thedoor or in the pool todetect pool access.

Stay HydratedDrink plenty of waterduring hot weather.Ensure children haveplenty of water. Watchfor signs of dehydrationand overheating,especially if workingoutside. Dizziness,

lightheadedness, nausea and headachesare signs of heat related illness. Take abreak, find a cool spot, and drink fluids.

FireworksSome fireworks are legal in Ohio.Legal, however, does not translate tosafe, especially when children areconcerned. Closely supervise children,even with the simplest of fireworks.Better yet, plan to enjoy a local showstaged by professionals.

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When the time changes so should thebatteries in smoke alarms (and incarbon monoxide detectors, too!).Residents who may be hesitant tochange batteriestwice a year thinkingthe batteries still haveplenty of life areurged to use newbatteries in smokedetectors and transferthe old batteries toanother device onwhich their life is notdependent... like in achild’s toy.

After placing newbatteries in the smokedetector or carbon monoxide detector,take a moment to press the “test”button to be sure it works and to letchildren know what it sounds like in

the event the unit ever goes off.

Homes should have at least one smokealarm on each level, preferably outside

bedrooms. Mostdetectors — bothsmoke and carbonmonoxide — arerecommended forreplacement after tenyears (less if thedetector is having anyproblems).

Springdale residentswho need help withtheir smoke detector,or who would like anevaluation of their

placement, can call the FireDepartment’s non-emergency numberat 346-5580 to arrange for a fire fighterto assist.

The Springdale Health Departmentoffers a variety of programs forresidents. For appointments orinformation, call 346-5725. Servicesinclude:

Immunizations for children areprovided monthly on the first and thirdWednesday mornings.

Lipid/Glucose Screening blood testingis offered monthly on the thirdThursday mornings.

Blood pressures are taken monthly onthe third Tuesday at the CommunityCenter from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Theservice is also available by appointment.

Home visits by Springdale’s nurse arealso available to elderly and disabledresidents.

Healthy servicesare available toCity residents

Surely you Sprang Forward,but did you Change Over?

Summertime is a time for caution

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ADULT HEALTH & FITNESS

SPECIAL EVENTS & SEASONAL PROGRAMS

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION, CALL THE SPRINGDALE COMMUNITY CENTER AT 346-3910, OR EMAIL GOPLAY@SPRINGDALE.ORG. WWW.SPRINGDALE.ORG/GOPLAY

INDIVIDUAL FAMILY

ACTIVITY MEMBERSHIPS $20 $30INCLUDES USE OF GYMNASIUM, GAME ROOM, TRACK, TENNIS COURTS, COMPUTER LAB AND ELIGIBILITY FOR YOUTH & ADULT SPORTS PROGRAMS

FITNESS MEMBERSHIPS $50 $70INCLUDES ABOVE, PLUS USE OF FITNESS CENTERMUST BE 16+ TO USE FITNESS CENTER INDEPENDENTLY

(14 & 15 WHEN WITH A PARENT)

POOL MEMBERSHIPS $75 $95INCLUDES ALL OF ABOVE, PLUS POOL

RACQUETBALL MEMBERSHIPS $15 $25REQUIRES ACTIVITY, FITNESS OR POOL MEMBERSHIP

SENIOR POOL MEMBERSHIP $20RESIDENTS 62 AND OLDER WILL RECEIVE AN INDIVIDUAL POOL MEMBERSHIP AT THIS SPECIAL PRICE.

SENIOR NON-RESIDENTACTIVITY MEMBERSHIP $20FOR NON-RESIDENTS 62 AND OLDER (MEMBERSHIPDOES NOT INCLUDE USE OF POOL OR FITNESS ROOM).

BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP $150 $200INCLUDES ALL FACILITIES. PARTICIPATION IN YOUTHOR ADULT SPORTS PROGRAMS ON AVAILABILITY BASIS ONLY. LEAGUE REGULATIONS MAY APPLY.

SIX MONTH OPTION . . . . . . . . . . $85 $125NON-RESIDENT MEMBERSHIP $300 $400INCLUDES ALL FACILITIES. PARTICIPATION IN YOUTHOR ADULT SPORTS PROGRAMS ON AVAILABILITY BASIS ONLY. LEAGUE REGULATIONS MAY APPLY.

SIX MONTH OPTION . . . . . . . . . $160 $225

CommunityCenter

2012 MembershipsALL REGISTERED RESIDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO JOIN THE COMMUNITY CENTER.

REGULAR HOURS THRU SEPTEMBER 30TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND WILL BE POSTED AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER.

MONDAY - FRIDAY ................ 9 AM - 8 PMFITNESS CENTER & INDOOR TRACK OPEN AT 6 AM

SATURDAY .......................... 9 AM - 5 PM

SUNDAY .................................. 1 - 9 PM

HOLIDAY HOURSEASTER ...................................... CLOSEDSUNDAY, APRIL 8

MEMORIAL DAY ........................... CLOSEDMONDAY, MAY 28

INDEPENDENCE DAY...................... CLOSEDWEDNESDAY, JULY 4

BootcampMonday • 5:30 - 6:15 pmJoin Drill Sergeant Jay for a day’s worth oftraining including squats, lunges, pushups andcore work. Start at any exercise level and trainto the next level all while eliminating fat andcreating muscle! This is a FREE class! Justbring a towel or mat and water bottle – crew cutis not required.

Cardio Kickboxing Tuesdays & Thursdays • 5:45 - 6:45 pmSaturdays • 11 am - 12 pmA great workout that burns some seriouscalories. You’ve never sweated this much orburned this many calories. Call instructor ElaineMcKay at 825-7443 for more information.

JazzerciseTuesday, Thursday & Saturday • 9:30 - 10:30 amMonday, Wednesday & Friday • 5:45 - 6:45 pm.A sweat inducing, calorie burning aerobicworkout. Call instructor Elaine Smith at 575-1620 if you have questions.

Pilates PlusMonday • 6:50 - 7:50 pmPilates is a unique system of strengtheningand stretching exercises through slow,mindful, and purposeful movements. A greatworkout for all ages that energizes youwithout leaving you fatigued or with

overworked and sore muscles. You’re ingreat hands (feet, mind and body too!) withcertified Pilates Trainer Nalisa who has beeninstructing fitness classes for over 20 years.Call Nalisa at 937-361-9007 for moreinformation.

R&B DanceWednesday • 6:50 - 7:50 pmFriday • 1 - 2 pmThis ain’t your grandma’s dance class! A funand exciting dance class for adults. Learn theMichael Jackson, the Funki Salsa, and more.This class will get you movin’ and groovin’.Contact Annette at 742-4469 for moreinformation.

SlimnasticsMonday, Wednesday & Friday • 9:15 - 10:15 amJoin instructor Sue Smith for this energeticaerobics class for women. Best of all, it’s FREE!Bring a towel and small hand weights if youwould like.

ZumbaTuesdays & Thursdays • 6:50 -7:50 pmDitch the workout, join the party! Set to Latin andother international music, this workout combinesdance and aerobic moves. Through intervaltraining of fast and slow rhythms, Zumba willsculpt and tone your body. For information,contact Debbie at 205-5064.

Ohio's One-Mile Fitness WalkHealthy Ohio Challenges YOU to "Walk the Talk!" Wednesday, May 16 • 11 am - 1 pmHealthy Ohio is sponsoring the fifth annualHealthy Ohio Fitness Walk. Help us reach ourgoal of over one hundred thousand Ohioanswalking one mile — over one hundred thousandmiles — by participating Wednesday, May 16,from 11 am - 1 pm at the Community Center.Let’s do our part as a community and participatein a 20-minute, one-mile walk, to help reach thisgoal! Each participant will receive refreshments.

Women’s USSSA QualifierSoftball TournamentJuly 14-15Thirty-six of the finest women’s slow pitch teamswill compete in three divisions. The top teamsqualify for state and regional championships.

Easter Egg HuntSaturday, April 7 • NoonThe Greater Springdale Jaycees will sponsortheir annual Easter Egg Hunt at Ross Park onSaturday, April 7 at 12:00 p.m. Children do notneed to pre-register, but should bring a basket tocollect their eggs.

Bicycle Safety ProgramSaturday, May 5 • 10 am - 2 pmThe Parks and Recreation Department, inconjunction with the Police and FireDepartments, will sponsor the Bicycle SafetyProgram Kickoff Event at the Community Center.Free bike helmets and bike lights will be givenaway with each bicycle registration. Free hotdogs and soft drinks will be provided toparticipants. Bicycle inspections, registration andsafety instruction will be offered at this event.

SYB Opening Day ParadeSaturday, April 21As in the past, the parade will leave the ValueCity parking lot at 9 a.m., turn right on Kemper,right onto Lawnview to the Community Center.There will be a ceremony immediately following inthe amphitheater.

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ADULT/SENIOR PROGRAMS

CPR and First Aid CoursesA CPR or Standard First Aid class will be heldonce a month at the Community Center.Registration is taken at the American Red Crossby calling 579-3000.

Creative Stamping1st Wednesday of the month • 10:00 amMay 2, June 6, August 1Join our instructor Edith Hulsmann to makelovely seasonal cards! Each month you will learna new technique to enhance and embellish yourcreations, such as heat embossing or watercolorwith ink. Not sure what the month’s cards willlook like? Stop by the front desk and view thesamples for the coming month. All materials willbe provided and each student will complete 5cards for the low cost of only $8 OR 10 cards for$15, due at registration. Registration deadline isthe Friday prior to the class with a class minimumof 5.

Guitar Lessons Adult Classes:Tuesdays • 6:30 - 7:30 pmThursdays • 7 - 8 pm

Youth Class (10-18 years old):Tuesdays • 4 - 5 pmWant to learn a new skill or find an old one? Joinus for electric guitar and bass guitar lessons!Students must provide their own guitar, smallamplifier and headphones. Cost is only $96 forthe session and is required when registering.Class size is limited to a maximum of 12students. Call instructor Ed Riley at 671-1760with questions.

Investment Club2nd Friday of each month • 9:30 - 11:30 amJoin this group and learn about investing and thestock market.

Hot Summer Jobs that are soooo Cool!Parks Maintenance WorkersSeasonal staff is needed to cut grass, trim and help maintain thefacilities. You must be 16 years old or older to apply for these positions.

LifeguardsCertification in Red Cross or YMCA lifeguarding or equivalent required.

Apply at the Community Center.

Youth Fall Soccer Sign-Ups Fall sports sign-ups begin May 1All participants must possess a currentmembership at the time of sports sign-ups.

Instructional SoccerIntroduce your child to soccer in this league!Instructional soccer teams play in a positive,relaxed setting. Children ages 4 - 6 by July 31,2012, are eligible to participate. Registration is$20 through May 31. Beginning June 1,registration is $35.

SAY SoccerSpringdale Parks & Recreation is a part of theSoccer Association for Youth - a recreationalleague that encourages participation and goodsportsmanship. Children must be at least 6years old by July 31, 2012, to participate on asoccer team. Registration is $40 through May31. Beginning June 1, registration is $55.

Looking for something for your 5th-8th grader?Look to Club Rec for your answer! It’s a greatway to socialize with your friends, participate infun activities and help out in the community.They sponsorcommunity projectsand programs, andorganize fun activitiesand outings.

Club Rec is open to all Springdale CommunityCenter members in 5th – 8th grades. The costis $10 which includes an official Club Rec t-shirt.

Senior LuncheonsJoin us on Thursday, May 24, 11:30 a.m. whenLegend Lore Speaker Ceci Wiselogel visits theSpringdale Community Center. Ceci is a crowdfavorite and very interesting speaker. Honor thespecial ladies who were married to our nation’spresidents in this First Ladies of Americapresentation, along with a fabulous lunch. Checkthe Inside Scoop for all the information or call346-3910 and ask for Anna.

Chair VolleyballMondays • 10 - 11:30 amWednesdays • Noon - 1:30 pmEveryone is welcome to join us for this funactivity! There are a wide variety of benefits forparticipants, including improved cardiovascularfitness, increased flexibility, and the opportunityto meet new friends! Players’ ages range fromthe 50s to 90s and all activity levels canparticipate.

Let’s Get Fit Monday & Wednesday • 10:30 - 11:30 amThe many benefits with this class include workingmajor muscle groups to increase strength andflexibility for daily living, reducing the risk of falls,and reducing stress. The class follows a video“Resisting Muscle Loss” offered by the HamiltonCounty General Health District. This class isFREE.

L.I.F.E.Tuesday & Thursday • 11 am - NoonFrom getting out of a chair to lifting groceries,this FREE class will help you with everydaymovements. We’ll also include some balanceexercises and stretching to make this a completeworkout.

Line Dancing With the Helts Monday • 1 - 2 pmFor singles or couples, this class is a great wayto exercise and have fun at the same time! If youcan stand, walk, move from left to right and enjoya variety of music, this class is perfect for you!Wear comfortable soft soled shoes. ContactJerry or Kathy at 321-6776 for information.

Ms. Dena’s BalletMonday & Wednesday • 4:30 - 5:30 pmYour kids can learn classical ballet through funand creative themes. Your child will enjoylearning basic barre techniques, musicality andbody awareness. Ms. Dena is a formerprofessional ballet teacher with the Toledo BalletCompany. Ages 5-8. For information, contactDena at 761-0671.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

YOUTH SPORTS

YOUTH CLASSES

Springdale SeniorCitizens ClubThe Springdale Senior Citizens Club isopen to residents who are at least 55years of age and retired. The socialstarts at 9:30 a.m. every Tuesday.Meetings are held the 2nd and 4thTuesdays of each month at 12:00 p.m.Several trips are planned each year forall Springdale senior citizens.

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Pre-Season Pool Hours:May 26 . . . . . . 12 - 5 pmMay 27 . . . . . . 1 - 6 pmMay 28 . . . . . . . 1 - 6 pmJune 2 . . . . . . 12 - 5 pmJune 3 . . . . . . . 1 - 6 pm

Regular season hours:Beginning Monday, June 4

12:15 - 8 pm

The pool will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays for swimmeets and 6 p.m. on Thursdays for Adult Night.The pool will also close for a few special eventsduring the summer, watch for more information

or call 346-3910.

Last Day of Swim SeasonSunday, August 12

Daily Pool Pass RatesActivity or Fitness members and guests of poolmembers may purchase a daily pool pass for

$3.00. Children under 2 are free. The fee appliesto anyone entering the pool gate and there are norefunds. Guests must remain with the member at

all times.

Family Guest PassIs your family planning to visit this summer? Takeadvantage of our cost savings family guest passand plan a day at the pool. SCC members maybring a family (maximum of four) for $10 per day.

Anyone 8 years old and younger must havepassed Level 4 swim lesson or be accompanied by

a person 16 years of age or older.

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Know BeforeYou Go!

The pool is a fun place, but there are a few rulesto follow. Please make sure everyone in yourfamily knows and follows all the pool rules. Asmall sampling of the rules is:n Bathing suits are required.n Children 8 and under must be accompanied

by a person 16 or older or have passed Level4 swim lessons.

n Do not swim if you have had diarrhea in thepast two weeks.

n Children not toilet trained must wear “swimdiapers” and tight fitting swimsuits.

n Lifeguards must be obeyed.n Excessive horseplay is prohibited.n Swimmers must be 4 feet tall to ride the slide.

Be sure to check our web sitewww.springdale.org/goplay/ for a complete listing of

the pool rules.

Lifejackets float. Non swimmers don’t!Our lifeguards receive hours of training in water safety and rescue and do an excellent job of keepingthe pool a safe environment. Safety is the number one priority of every lifeguard but keep in mindthey watch many people at one time and cannot watch any one child all the time. Parents shouldobserve their children closely while they are in the water. Do not take your eyes off your child whilehe or she is in the water. Do not depend on them yelling for help if they get in to trouble. Sadly,drowning is often a silent death and too many children are found motionless on the bottom of a pooleven with lifeguards and supervising parents present.

Help us keep everyone safe this summer. If a child, particularly less than eight years of age, is anon-swimmer, please ask to use a lifejacket. Jackets are available in the pool office and the staff ishappy to accommodate anyone that asks.

Remember, lifejackets float. Non swimmers don’t!

Family Fun Days at thepool are back thissummer but we’reswitching up the dates sofamilies have more timeto build their luxury linersfor the Cardboard RegattaRace!

JUNE 24: The first FamilyFun Day of the summer.We will bring back all thefun activities and games likeballoon launch, duck racesand the frozen t-shirt contestto name a few.

JULY 22: (rain date July29th) The Captains and Crewsof Springdale’s finest cardboard boats will test

the seaworthiness of theirhomemade vessels. Amateurboat builders will design andconstruct boats made entirelyout of corrugated cardboardand duct tape. The boatsmust be powered byhomemade oars or paddlesalso made from duct tapeand cardboard. A little hintto get you started, a 180-pound person will float in aboat that is one foot bythree feet, although it willbe a tight squeeze.Register for the CardboardRegatta at the Pool officeand pick up some more

helpful hints. This is a free event open to all poolmembers. Regular guest fees apply.

Goldfish SwimAugust 11 • 12 noon

There’s a new date for the annual GoldfishSwim. Same fun, same amount of fish, andsame old fish stories! Spring and Dale (they’rethe big 4 inch fish) just can’t wait until LaborDay weekend this year so they are swimmingin early along with 1,000 of their fishy friends!Remember kids 12 and under must catch thefish with their bare hands, no nets, no bucketsor help from Mom and Dad. Be sure to bringa plastic container to take your new pethome. Regular guest fees apply.

Family Fun Days

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Are you looking for something this summer that will provide yourkids with structure, exercise, and opportunities to make newfriends? Do your kids love being in the water? Why not give theswim team a try? Our Coaches are committed to developing eachswimmer by providing a positive learning environment whileemphasizing safety and respect for the water. Your child will buildself-confidence and experience life long memories of summers atthe pool. Springdale residents may register beginning May 1 andnon-residents may register after May 31. If you would like moreinformation, please contact the Parent Board President, SharonBrooks at 671-1818.

Soarwith theSailfish!No Timeouts.No Substitutions.Everybody Swims!

Watercize/Aqua ZumbaThursdays • 6:30 - 7:30 pmSaturdays • 11 am - NoonSession 1: June 7, 9, 14, 16, 21Session 2: June 23, 28, 30, July 5, 7Session 3: July 26, 28, Aug 2, 4, 9Instructor: Patricia Cox

Don’t sweat over your fitness program thissummer! Dive in to this high energy, no impactworkout and experience a party in the pool! Ourpopular aquatics guru Patricia Cox will lead youthrough a fun and refreshing workout for all agesand fitness levels. For more information, contactPat at 385-6111. Fee: $25 / 5 classes ($30 / 5classes non-residents). Walk-Ins: $7/residents($8/non-residents)

6 “PLEAs” for Healthy Swimming!You can choose to swim healthy! Healthy swimming behaviors are needed to protect you and your kidsfrom Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs) and will help stop germs from getting in the pool in the firstplace. We encourage all of our members to follow the 6 “PLEAs” established by the Center for DiseaseControl.

Three “PLEAs” for everyone:n Please don't swim when you have diarrhea. You can spread germs in the water and make other

people sick. This is especially important for kids in diapers.

n Please don't swallow the pool water. In fact,avoid getting water in your mouth.

n Please practice good hygiene. Take a show-er before swimming and wash your handsafter using the toilet or changing diapers.Germs on your body end up in the water.

Three "PLEAs" for Parents of Young Kids:n Please take your kids on bathroom breaks or

check diapers often. Waiting to hear "I haveto go" may mean that it's too late.

n Please change diapers in a bathroom or adiaper-changing area and not at poolside.Germs can spread to surfaces and objects inand around the pool and cause illness.

n Please wash your child thoroughly (especial-ly the rear end) with soap and water before swimming. Everyone has invisible amounts of fecal mat-ter on their bottoms that ends up in the pool.

With your continued support, we can keep germs and illnesses out of the Community Center pool.Please remember the 6 “PLEAs!

SailfishSnack ShackThe Sailfish swim team operates the poolconcession stand to help defray the costs ofoperating the team. Please help support theorganization that serves over 60 Springdalechildren and purchase your snacks and softdrinks from the concession stand. Hours ofoperation beginning June 4 are Monday-Saturday 1-4 p.m. Closed Sunday.

Meet the Coaches!Wednesday, May 23 • 6:30 pmProspective and current swimmers and theirfamilies are invited to attend this informativesession with the coaches and Parent Boardmembers. Topics will include fees, practice times,meet schedules, swimmer incentives and teamssuit information. Light refreshments will be served.Help kick off another record-breaking Sailfishseason!

CHILDREN SWIM LESSONSLEVELS 1 & 2Class Dates: All sessions last two weeks,Monday-Friday for 30 minutes. Class times avail-able are 10:30, 11:00 and 11:30 am.

Sessions: 1A . . . .June 4 - 151B* . . .June 18 - 292A . . . .July 9 - 202B* . . .July 23 - August 3

*Children enrolled in 1A or 2A classes may not enroll in 1B or2B until the last lesson of 1A or 2A class.

Class Costs:Pool Members: $5 per session (PoolMembership must be obtained for 2012 prior toswim lesson sign-up.)Non-Pool Members: $10Non-Residents: $20

Level 1: This course marks the formalbeginning of the Learn to Swim Program.Students will learn beginning water skills, whichthey will progressively build on throughout theprogram. Some skills taught include: front andback floats and going under water. 5:1student/instructor ratio. Must be 3-6 years old byJune 1, 2012.

Level 2: The objective of this level is to givestudents success with fundamental skills.Students learn to float without support andrecover to a vertical position. This level marksthe beginning of true locomotion skills. Studentsexplore simultaneous and alternating arm andleg actions to lay the foundation for futurestrokes. 5:1 student/instructor ratio. Must be 4-6years old by June 1, 2012, and passed Level 1.

CHILDREN SWIM LESSONSLEVELS 3 AND HIGHER

Class Dates & Costs:All sessions last 4 weeks Monday-Friday for 30minutes each day. Class times available are10:00, 10:30, 11:00 or, 11:30 am.There is a limit of 10 children per class

Sessions: 1 . . . . .June 4 - 292 . . . . .July 9 - August 3

Class Costs:Pool Members: $10 per session (PoolMembership must be obtained for 2012 prior toswim lesson sign-up.)Non-Pool Members: $20Non-Residents: $40

Level 3: The objective of this level is to build onthe skills learned in level 2 by providing additionalguided practice. Students are taught to coordinatethe front crawl and elementary backstroke. Theyare also introduced to the scissors kick andtreading water. 8:1 student/instructor ratio. Mustbe 5 years old by June 1, 2012, and passed Level2.

Level 4: The objective of this level is to developconfidence in the strokes learned thus far and toimprove other aquatic skills. Students will increasetheir endurance and improve their skills byswimming front crawl and back crawl for greaterdistances. Students will continue to build onbutterfly, elementary backstroke, breaststroke,sidestroke. 8:1 student/instructor ratio. Must havepassed level 3.

Level 5: The objective of this level is tocoordinate and refine strokes. Students will work

on refining all strokes and increasing theirdistances. They will also learn front and back flipturns. 8:1 student/instructor ratio. Must havepassed level 4.

Level 6: This class will refine strokes evenfurther so students are able to swim with moreease, efficiency, power and smoothness overgreater distances. 8:1 student/instructor ratio.Must have passed level 5.

Junior Sailfish: This class will provide specialattention to improving on the four competitivestrokes and endurance. Ideal for students whomight be interested in joining the Sailfish SwimTeam or becoming a certified lifeguard. 8:1student/instructor ratio.

ADULT SWIM LESSONS

Do you have a fear of water? Not to worry! Oureasy going instructors will work with you at yourown ability level and at a pace comfortable toyou. Already know how to swim but want tolearn a new stroke? We can do that too!Whatever your ability is, if you want to improveyour swimming skills or increase your comfortlevel in the water, join us on Thursday nightsfrom 6:30-7:30pm beginning June 7 - July 26.This class is open to children ages 13 and upwhen accompanied by an adult. A maximum of10 will be enrolled in this class.

Class Costs:Pool Members: $10 per session (PoolMembership must be obtained for 2012 prior toswim lesson sign-up.)Non-Pool Members: $20Non-Residents: $60

LEARN TO SWIM THE RED CROSS WAY!The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim classes provide instruction tohelp swimmers ages 3 to 12 to develop their swimming and water safetyskills. It is designed to give students a positive learning experience.Learn-to-Swim teaches aquatic and safety skills in a logical progression.The objective is to teach people to swim and to be safe in, on and aroundthe water. Your child is in good hands with the Red Cross andSpringdale Parks and Recreation Dept. Water Safety Instructors!Registration begins May 1. For more information, contact SpringdaleParks and Recreation Department at 346-3910 or visitwww.springdale.org/goplay.

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Why do parentstrust Springdaleswim instructorswith theirchildren’s safety?n All instructors

possess theadvancedcertification ofWater SafetyInstructor

n Recognized as a “Superior” swim lesson program inthe state of Ohio

n Lowest student-teacher ratio for swim lessons in thearea

n Individual student achievement awards

All about trust!

Fourth Annual Farmers’ Market opensJune 7 at Springdale Town CenterEach Thursday from June throughOctober, a Farmers’ Market is offeredfrom 3 to 7 p.m. at the Springdale TownCenter at the corner of West Kemperand Springfield Pike. Vendors offer avariety of fresh produce, Amish bakedgoods, honey, handmade soaps andother products. Many vendors from lastsummer have already re-committed,along with a number of new vendorsfor the 2012 market. The Farmers’Market is sponsored by the SpringdaleChamber of Commerce. For moreinformation, call 346-5712.

Curbside brush pick-ups will helpwith your spring clean-up jobsIn order to assist residents with thedisposal of brush and limbs, the City ofSpringdale operates a weekly brushchipping service in each neighborhood.Brush should be at the curb prior to 7 a.m.

on the day of the scheduled pickup.(Once the truck has passed a residence, itcannot return until the next week for regularpickup.)

Brush should be placed at the curb withthe cut end of the limb pointing in thesame direction as vehicular travel. Do notplace rocks, cans, bottles, stumps, or anyother plant material in the brush pile.

MONDAYS:Beacon and Oxford Hills, Kenn Rd.,Glensprings Drive, and all streets thatintersect with Glensprings.TUESDAYS:All streets south of Glensprings Drive andwest of Springfield Pike.WEDNESDAYS:Springfield Pike, all streets south of I-275,east of Springfield Pike, and west ofPrinceton Pike.THURSDAYS:Springdale Lake Drive, Ray Norrish Drive,Sheraton Lane, Crescentville Road and allareas east of Princeton Pike.

FRIDAYS:Fridays are reserved for pick-up ofbrush too large for the chipper. (Onlyitems left out for the regular day of pick-upcan be included for this pick-up.)

Local agency can help Springdaleresidents breath a little easierHave you ever wondered whether ornot you’re allowed to burn your yardtrimmings outside? Had the sniffles andneeded to know the mold and pollencounts for the day? Wondered if thehazy air means there’s a smog alert?

The Southwest Ohio Air QualityAgency is an excellent source forinformation. A division of theHamilton County Department ofEnvironmental Services, the agencyworks with area governments,businesses, communities and citizens toachieve and maintain healthy air qualityfor southwest Ohio. VisitSouthwestOhioAir.org or call 946-7777.

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City of Springdale11700 Springfield PikeSpringdale, Ohio 45246

MayorDoyle H. Webster

Office .............................346-5705Home ..............................671-4489

At-Large Council MembersEd Knox .............................674-7755James Squires .....................671-6297Bob Diehl ...........................851-6560

Districts Council Members1 Lawrence Hawkins III .........742-42952 Holly McQuillan-Emerson ....742-24183 Marjorie Harlow................671-69164 Tom Vanover ...................671-7034

Clerk of Council/Finance DirectorKathy McNear......................671-2510

City AdministratorDerrick Parham ....................346-5700

Assistant City AdministratorJerry Thamann .....................346-5700

email ......................admin@springdale.org

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