The June 29, 2010 Board of County Commissioners meeting was hosted by the City of Centerville. Seen here are Top row (L-R): Commissioners Judy Dodge, Dan Foley, and Debbie Lieberman, and Deputy County Administrator Joe Tuss. Bottom row (L-R): Centerville Council Members Brooks Compton and James Singer, Mayor Mark Kingseed, Council Members John Beals and Paul Gresham and City Manager Greg Horn
(L to R) Commissioner Dan Foley, Patrick Bailey-Senior Service Division Manager, Commissioner Debbie Lieberman and Commissioner Judy Dodge.
The Montgomery County Commissioners designated June 15, 2010 as "Elder Abuse Awareness Day" to draw attention to the neglect and exploitation of older and vulnerable adults. Last year in Montgomery County, there were 1,400 reports of elder abuse, including 407 suspected reports of self neglect. To report suspected elder abuse for individuals over the age of 60, contact Montgomery County Adult Protective Services at 225-4906, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
(Front L to R) Minnie Cuesta, Commissioner Dan Foley, ACCO Cynthia Dawn Gilbert, Montgomery County Administrator Debbie Feldman, Commissioner Judy Dodge. (Back L to R) Commissioner Debbie Lieberman, Mick Sagester, Dr. Kelly Meyer, Robert Sexton, ARC Director Mark Kumpf.
May 25, 2010 - The Montgomery County Commissioners recognized the staff from the Animal Resource Center for some major accomplishments. The National Animal Control Association (NACA) has selected the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center as the recipient of the 2009 NACA Outstanding Agency Award. In addition, Montgomery County Animal Care and Control Officer Cynthia Dawn Gilbert has been named the 2009 NACA Outstanding Animal Control Employee of the Year. The Animal Resource Center is celebrating its five year anniversary.
(L to R) Montgomery County Economic Development Director/Deputy County Administrator Joe Tuss, Montgomery County Administrator Debbie Feldman, Montgomery County Commissioner Debbie Lieberman, DRITA Business Development Director Uri Attir, Commissioners Judy Dodge and Dan Foley
May 5, 2010 - Montgomery County Commission President Dan Foley addresses the crowd at the construction kickoff for the Caterpillar Logistics Services, Inc. (Cat Logistics) new parts distribution center in Clayton, Ohio. The new facility, known as the Clayton Distribution Center, will span more than one million square feet and is part of the multiyear expansion and enhancement of the North American Cat Parts distribution network. When fully staffed, the Clayton Distribution Center could employ up to 600 people, depending on market demand.
April 20, 2010 - The Montgomery County Commissioners recognized the staff at Erma's House for the services they provide. Erma's House is a comfortable, homelike atmosphere that provides a safe, structured, neutral alternative to unsupervised visits. The Family Visitation Center offers a warm, friendly atmosphere where children of any age may visit with their non-custodial parents. Erma's House was created to assist families that have difficulty interacting in a nonthreatening, appropriate manner. Erma's House is structured to provide safety to both the custodial parent and the children.
Monday, April 5, 2010 - Representatives from Harrison Township, Montgomery County and Steve Rauch, Inc. gathered at the former Parkway Inn on Wagner Ford Road at Interstate 75 for a Demolition Kick-Off. Montgomery County awarded Harrison Township the funding for the demolition through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Community Development Block Grant – Recovery Program (Stimulus Funds). The demolition cost is $100,200.
(L to R) - Montgomery County Commissioners Dan Foley and Debbie Lieberman, Solid Waste District Assistant Manager Dan Graeter, Dayton Ohio Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Diane Graham, ReStore Director Larry Stein, Commissioner Judy Dodge, and Deputy County Administrator Joe Tuss.
On March 16, 2010, the Montgomery County Commissioners recognized Dayton Ohio Habitat For Humanity for its outstanding efforts in recycling, litter prevention and beautification. The Commissioners presented the Solid Waste Services "Take Pride Business" Award to Dayton Ohio Habitat For Humanity. Diane Graham and Larry Stein from Dayton Ohio Habitat For Humanity accepted the award.
(L to R) - Montgomery County Commissioners Dan Foley, Debbie Lieberman and Judy Dodge, featured guest John Browning, Montgomery County Administrator Debbie Feldman and MCBDDS Superintendent Mark Gerhardstein.
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. "Just Like You", the statewide theme for this year's Awareness Month activities, encourages people to think about the similarities people have, rather than the differences, and encourages everyone to welcome people with disabilities into their communities as equal partners. On February 23, 2010, the Montgomery County Commissioners received a briefing by Dr. Mark Gerhardstein, Superintendent of the Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities Services. Dr. Gerhardstein was joined by John Browning who is a client through the MCBDDS.
On Friday, February 12, 2010, Montgomery County Commissioners Dan Foley and Judy Dodge accepted the 7th Annual Valentine's Day Teddy Bear Donation from the local chapter of the National Council of Negro Women. The stuffed animals will be given to children who visit with their families in the Children Services visitation center.