and Vectren is about three to four years away from completion of the project. Oakwood residents personally affected by the work will receive detailed information from Vectren. The work in the northern section is bounded by Volusia Avenue, Acacia Drive, E. Schantz Avenue and Oakwood Avenue. The work in the southern section is along the alley east of Far Hills Avenue between Telford Avenue and Hadley Avenue, and in the area bounded by Corona Avenue, Shroyer Road, Hadley Avenue and Far Hills Avenue.
The Schantz Avenue Bridge over South Dixie Highway in Kettering will be replaced over the next 7-8 months. Construction begins in April and should be completed around the end of this year. This is a city of Kettering project.
Mr. Klopsch closed his presentation by recognizing Public Works staff.
Kenneth Perkins is the Refuse Foreman and he oversees the entire refuse operation. Gary Dursch is the City’s Water Superintendent. He is licensed by the State of Ohio to operate the public water system. Tom Long is a Foreman and Engineering Technician. Tom oversees the larger construction projects, including asphalt repaving work. David Shuey is the Roadway Foreman. Dave takes care of potholes, pavement cracks, stormwater inlets, manhole adjustments, and basically everything from curb to curb throughout the City. Water and Sewer Line Maintenance Foreman Chris Harold is in charge of the water and sanitary distribution systems. Chris assists residents with water or sewer issues related to the service lines, or when water needs to be shut-off at the street. Secretary Missi Seifert is the glue that holds Public Works together. She is the person who answers the phone and provides assistance when residents call.
Mrs. Hilton asked how many special pickups there were last year.
Mr. Klopsch said that there were several hundred pickups. The exact number is published in the 2018 Annual Report.
CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS – Mr. Klopsch provided an update on the following items:
The 2018 Annual Report was delivered at the end of March to every property owner and business in Oakwood.
The city of Kettering is planning for the replacement of the Ridgeway Road Bridge. There is an informational open house scheduled for 6 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2019 at the Kettering Fairmont High School.
The City has implemented a new and improved service to provide more convenient online bill payment options. Residents can access the mobile-friendly website to receive and view bills electronically, make a payment with credit/debit card or e-check, and to go paperless. There is an “Online Bill Pay” link on the City’s website for citizens interested in signing up for this new service.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mr. Stephens thanked Ms. Stacel for all of her hard work assisting City Council.
Mayor Duncan reminded everyone that Tax Day is on Monday, April 15. He shared that filing extensions will be provided if requested, but extensions to pay taxes owed are not granted.
The public meeting concluded at 8:33 p.m.
