Best Place to Live – Mayor Duncan read a commendation from the Ohio Senate recognizing the city of Oakwood as the “Best Place to Live in Ohio”.
“HONORING THE CITY OF OAKWOOD AS A BEST PLACE TO LIVE
On behalf of the members of the Senate of the 134th General Assembly of Ohio, we are pleased to commend the City of Oakwood on being selected as the number one Best Place to Live in Ohio by Niche.
Throughout its history, the City of Oakwood has been known for its residents' civic pride and willingness to work hard, and they have supported its economic well-being, its superior school district, and its beautiful parks, recreational facilities, and residential streets. Oakwood has given all those who call it home a reason to revel in their community, which has been nationally acclaimed for its charm and character.
The City of Oakwood has gained a reputation as an amiable and pleasant community, offering wonderful places to live and explore, and it has flourished in its efforts to achieve great progress. As a result, the city and all those who reside within it are afforded the opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of the past and to look forward to a future filled with promise.
Thus, it is with genuine applause that we congratulate the City of Oakwood as the Best Place to Live in Ohio and extend best wishes for the years to come.”
VISITORS
Wright Library Revitalization Project – Director Kristi Hale thanked the community for their overwhelming support of the levy that passed last year to fund the library revitalization project which will ensure that the physical building of the library can support its 5-star services for generations to come. It is a $5.1 million-dollar project funded with 75% tax dollars and 25% philanthropic dollars.
Mrs. Hale referenced a PowerPoint presentation and briefed Council on the project.
The first phase of work in the lower level began in January. The repairs address HVAC, elevator, lighting, and other infrastructure needs. When completed, the lower level will house the children and teens area as well as audio-visual materials.
The second phase of work will start mid-summer and will renovate portions of the main level to house the Community Room, a new conference room, ADA-compliant restroom, seating area, and adult computer area.
Mrs. Hale displayed renderings of the first and second floor renovations.
The work on the main level will not impact the historic restorations completed in 2018. Aside from the ADA-compliant vestibule necessary to reopen the park side entrance, renovations will remain within the current footprint of the building.
Site work is ongoing and will continue into the fall of this year. It will include construction of ADA-compliant handicap parking spaces on Aberdeen Avenue. The spaces will be built in an angle configuration. Improving library accessibility is a major goal of the project.
Mrs. Hale thanked City Council and city staff for their assistance in this project. She noted that hard hat tours are available if Council is interested. She closed her comments by saying that she is excited about the work being completed and celebrating the opening with the community.
Mayor Duncan congratulated Mrs. Hale on Wright Library being named a Five-Star library in national ranking.
Mrs. Hale congratulated City Council on Oakwood being recognized as the “Best Place to Live in Ohio”.
Goodwill/Easter Seals Opioid Disposal Campaign, Justine Bauer – Mayor Duncan welcomed Ms. Bauer and shared that as of tomorrow he becomes an honorary member of the Goodwill/Easter Seals Board of Trustees after serving for 40 years.
Ms. Justine Bauer referenced a PowerPoint presentation and shared information about the Goodwill/Easter Seals Opioid Disposal Campaign program called “Generation Rx: Safe Medication Practices for Life”.
“Generation Rx” focuses on teaching safe medication practices for life. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that prescription drug misuse is a “national epidemic”.