Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

BOARD OF
MEDINA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Stephen D. Hambley William F. Hutson Colleen M. Swedyk

AUGUST 5, 2022
Hannah Bilbrey,
Courthouse Elian Zayed
Corner crowned Fair
Queen, King
Congratulations to Hanna Bil-
brey and Elian Zayed, who were
crowned Queen and King during
the Monday, Aug. 1 Medina Coun-
ty Fair Royal Court ceremony.
Zayed was the only male contes-
tant vying for King, while Bilbrey
competed along with eight other Photos by Brian S. Gallatin
Elian Zayed, left, is crowned Fair King
female contenders for Queen. and Hannah Bilbrey, right, is crowned
Karoline Kreider was the sec- Fair Queen during the Medina County
Fair Royal Court ceremony. 2021 Medina
ond runner-up for Queen, while County Fair Queen Ava Alm stands be-
Madison McCune was the first hind Bilbrey.
runner-up.
interviewed and scored all the
Other Royal Court contestants
included Elizabeth Cauley, Ella contestants during the preliminary
Latest Updates Clapper, Morgan Otterbacher, judging.
County Ad- Gabriella Reck, Cassandra Stroud On Monday evening, a panel
ministrator Scott and Emily Waleri. of three different judges — Melis-
Miller reports The contest is open to Medina sa Augustine, Brian Gallatin and
that the compa- County residents ages 16–19. Kerrilynn Jagger — scored the
ny fabricating Prior to Monday night’s cer- contenders again during the cer-
the façade is col- emony, a panel of three judges Continued on page 2
Scott laborating with
Miller
another compa- Domestic Relations Judge
ny. He is hoping that every-
thing will be fabricated by the
end of August.
There is another potential
delay for the power switch; it is
expected to be here sometime
in November.
Gilbane has worked with
First Energy to arrange power
until the switch arrives. This
will enable the construction
to continue and for things to
be moved into the new court-
house, but Miller does not be-
lieve it will allow an occupancy
permit. Photo provided
Juvenile & Probate Judge Kevin Dunn (back, right) swore in Judge Julie A.
Click here to visit the Courthouse Schafer (center) on Sunday, July 31. She is pictured above with her children.
Project page on our website at: Earlier in the month Governor Mike DeWine appointed Schafer to the Medina
County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division. She assumed
www.medinaco.org/courthouse-project/ office on Monday, Aug. 1 and takes the seat formerly held by Judge Mary
for more information and the Kovack. Schafer was most recently a trial magistrate for the Summit County
latest updates. Domestic Relations Court.
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Hannah Bilbrey, Elian Zayed crowned Fair Queen, King...
Continued from page 1
emony.
The specific judging criteria
is based on poise, personality,
communication skills, responses
to questions, appearance, pre-
sentation, activities, leadership,
participation, initiative, and
achievement.
As winners, Zayed and Bilbrey
will attend fairs and local parades.
Bilbrey will also attend the Ohio
Fair Managers Association con-
vention for the Queen’s Contest.
2021 Medina County Fair
Queen Ava Alm presented both
Zayed with his corsage and sash Above: Elected officials attending Mon-
and Bilbrey with her flowers, sash day night’s Medina County Fair Opening
and crown. Ceremony include, left to right, Commis-
Before the start of the Royal sioner Steve Hambley, Juvenile & Pro-
bate Judge Kevin Dunn, Commissioner
Court contest, the Prince & Prin- Colleen Swedyk, State Representative
cess Pageant was held in the pavil- Sharon Ray and Commissioner Bill Hut-
ion for county residents ages 5–9. son.
Gavin Rivera, 6, was crowned as Left: Gavin Rivera and Cayla Falconer
Prince and Cayla Falconer, 8, was are crowned as the winners of Monday
night’s Prince and Princess contest.
crowned Princess. Rivera received
a belt buckle, corsage and a sash; Below: Judges for Monday night’s final
event were, left to right, Kerrilynn Jag-
Falconer received a crown, flowers ger, Brian Gallatin and Melissa Augus-
and a sash. tine.
In addition to Rivera, five other
boys were contenders for prince
while 13 girls competed for prin-
cess along with Falconer.
The evening’s events started
with the fair’s Opening Ceremo-
ny held in the pavilion with Board
President Commissioner Steve
Hambley welcoming fairgoers. Prize Winning Jam!
“I have the honor of represent-
ing the board (of commissioners)
and welcome you all to the 177th
County Fair,” Hambley said.
“When you think of the earliest
years where the fair was held not
here, it was in downtown Medi-
na on the square. Imagine today
what a fair would look like there.
Well, this is a whole lot better
place. This is, of course, a great
event, and just shows over the
years how much we’ve continued
to grow and prosper. It all obvi-
ously benefits not only you, your
families, but also our great County
and our great country. Thank you
all for participating and enjoy the
fair. Let’s pray for good weather.”
In addition to Hambley, oth-
er elected officials attending the
Opening Ceremony included Ju-
venile and Probate Judge Kevin
Dunn, Commissioner Bill Hut- Photo by Colleen Swedyk

son, State Representative Sharon
Ray and Commissioner Colleen
Swedyk.
Medina County Recorder Linda Hoffmann stands in front of her prize-winning
jams at the 177th Medina County Fair. Hoffmann took first place for her peach
jam and second place for her raspberry jam. Congratulations Linda!
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August 5, 2022 Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter
COUNTY HOME

Residents celebrate Fourth of July Department

Medina County Home residents celebrated the Fourth of July with
Medina Kidscare and Santa Claus!
Directory
Everyone who attended the event had a wonderful time. Below are ANIMAL
a few pictures from the day’s activities. SHELTER
www.medinaco.org/animal-shelter
330-725-9121

BUILDING
DEPARTMENT
www.medinaco.org/building-department
330-722-9220

COMMISSIONERS
www.medinaco.org/county-commissioners
330-722-9208

COUNTY
HOME
http://medinacountyhome.com
330-723-9553

FINANCE
No website
330-722-9202

HUMAN
RESOURCES
www.medinaco.org/hr
330-722-9209

JOB AND FAMILY

SERVICES
www.mcjfs.us
330-722-9300

OFFICE FOR OLDER

ADULTS
www.mcooa.org
330-723-9514

PLANNING
SERVICES
www.medinaco.org/planning
330-722-9293
Valley City Frog Jump Festival
SANITARY
ENGINEER
www.medinaco.org/sanitary
330-723-9585

SOLID WASTE
DISTRICT
http://recyclemedinacounty.com
330-769-0289

TRANSIT
http://medinacountytransit.org
330-723-9670

Photo submitted
Click here to visit our
Commissioners Bill Hutson and Colleen Swedyk are pictured at the 2022 Val- website with the full
ley City Frog Jump Festival. Hutson attended to watch his grandchildren par-
ticipate in the events while Swedyk served as a judge. A total of 707 frogs directory of public officials
were jumped in 37 flights at the 61st Annual Festival. at www.medinaco.org
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Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter August 5, 2022
OFFICE FOR OLDER ADULTS

Two ‘Picnic on the Patio’ events remain

Just two Picnic on the Patio
events remain for this year.
On Friday, Aug. 5 the Picnic on
the Patio will feature live music by
Greg Crowe and hot dogs on the
menu. Cost is $5 seniors, and $6
for all others. The public is wel-
come to attend. The event is held
from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Friday, August 19 will be the
last Picnic on the Patio of the sea-
son!
It will be the annual Luau fea-
turing Scott Sopata on the steel
drums and a BBQ buffet. Cost is
$5 seniors, and $6 for all others.
The public is welcome to attend.
Cossel Farms Mobile Farmer’s
Market truck will be on site, ac-
cepting Senior Nutrition program
PARK DISTRICT
vouchers.
Brunswick’s Got Talent:
Adults 55+ — do you have a tal-
ent you would like to share? We
are now taking sign-ups for the tal-
ent show at the Brunswick Rec on
Tuesday, Oct. 4.
Please call Darlene at 330-416-
3680 if you would like to partici-
pate.

Park District awarded $900,000 for wetland restoration

On Thursday, July 28, Commissioner Steve So far, ODNR has program in Ohio’s two
Governor Mike DeWine Hambley commended completed or restored 23 most recent operating
and Ohio Department the Park District on its wetlands in Ohio. budgets.
of Natural Resources award. In addition to the Lit- H2Ohio operates in
Director Mary Mertz an- “This is a great pro- tle Killbuck Creek Wet- partnership between
nounced plans for more gram which the county lands, 24 new wetlands the Ohio Department of
than two dozen new has encouraged, espe- were announced which Natural Resources, Ohio
H2Ohio wetland projects cially since it protects the brings the total number Department of Agricul-
to naturally improve wa- local aquifer recharge ar- of projects underway or ture, Ohio Environmen-
ter quality across Ohio. eas that the local public complete to 113. tal Protection Agency,
“Our water is such an and private well systems Governor DeWine and the Ohio Lake Erie
incredibly valuable re- depend upon,” Hambley created H2Ohio in 2019 Commission.
source, and building and said. “Well done!” as a comprehensive, da- The initiative focuses
restoring wetlands brings The project is funded ta-driven approach to on encouraging agricul-
us closer to having clean- through ODNR’s $25 combating algal blooms, tural best management
er water throughout the million H2Ohio alloca- enhancing water quality, practices, restoring and
state,” said Governor tion in the current state and improving water in- enhancing wetlands, up-
DeWine. “We are mak- operating budget. frastructure over the long grading outdated water
ing great strides through Wetlands help im- term. infrastructure, and re-
the work of H2Ohio, and prove water quality by H2Ohio was launched placing lead pipes.
I look forward to seeing trapping, filtering, and
with support from the For more information
even more progress in removing excess pollut-
Ohio General Assembly, on the H2Ohio initiative,
the years to come.” ants and nutrients, like
which invested in the please visit h2.ohio.gov.
Medina County Park phosphorus, from the
District’s Little Killbuck water before the materi-
Creek Wetlands was
awarded $900,000 for
als flow into waterways
and contribute to harm-
HIRING EVENT
its wetland restoration. ful algal blooms.

Celebrating Medina County Fair flag

MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2022
10:00 AM TO 1:00 PM
A representative from Summa Health will conduct
interviews for the following positions:
RN LPN Certified Coder Medical Assistant I
Scheduler – Surgery Social Worker
Radiologic Technologist Medical Office Associate

REGISTER TODAY!
Advance registration is required to attend this event
Photos provided
Above: Ohio Agricul-
ture Director Dorothy VIRTUAL IN-PERSON
Pelanda presents a
Virtual registration for the event will close 72 Public Square, First Floor
Celebrating Medina on Wednesday, August 10 at midnight. Medina, Ohio 44256
County Fair flag to
Fair Board President
Register here: Register here:
Mike Gall.
pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/dnQE58 https://conta.cc/3RQaFMU
Right: Ohio Repre-
sentative Darrell Kick, CONTACT:
Medina County Diana Hasrouni
Commissioner Steve A proud partner of the Recruiter
Hambley, Pelanda and
American Job Center network 330-441-5350
diana.hasrouni@medinaomj.org
Gall.

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August 5, 2022 Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

Current Open HUMAN RESOURCES

Positions Featured

Job Openings of
MEDINA
EMPLOYMEN COUNTY
T APPLICA
TION
Please submit
information one applicatio
will n per position
sure to fill out be rejected. It is your to the
all sides of responsibility address indicated on
a governme this form. Also to assure that the
nt agency. please note your applicatio job posting. Applicatio
that this completed n is received ns lacking
Fill in the informati form will become by the closing sufficient
on in the area a public record date. Please
Job Title ________ below: when submitted be
________________ to

Postings current as of August 3, 2022

Department ________________
________________ _______________
________________ FT/PT ________
________________ ________________
____ Deadline Date __
In the area SUMMARY ________________
below, describe OF QUALIFI ___
which you are
applying. Refer
briefly the experienc CATIONS
to the Minimum e, education, training,
Qualifications and other
and any position-s factors that qualify

WE’RE
pecific qualificati you for the
ons posted position for
for this position.

Click on any of the below job titles

the Week
for a full job description.
HIRING!
Last Name PERSONAL
_________ INFORMATION
_________
Home Address _________
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_________ ___ First
_________ Name _________
City _________ _________ _________
_________ _________ _________
_________ _________ ___ Middle
_________ _________ Initial _____
Phone: ( ________ ________ _________
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Social Security

• Building Inspector (FT) – Building

_ c Cell
Number Email _________ _________
ccc- c _________
The following
information c- ccc _________
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will be used
only if it is directly c _________
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1. Are you related to the
willing and position for
able to secure which you are
2. If the position an Ohio Driver’s applying:
requires travel, License, if a
3. Have you
ever been employed
can you supply license is required? YES NO
your own transporta

Permits Department
in the state c
If you are currently or county service tion? . . . . . c
a State employee ..... c
If you answered : Job Title ________ of Ohio? . c
......
“YES” to question ________________ . . . c
#3, please explain ________
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fully. Barg. Unit
_______________

• Bus Driver (PT) – Transit

• Cleaning Technician (FT) –
Maintenance
• Cleaning Technician (PT) –
Maintenance
• Clerical Specialist (FT) –
Job & Family Services
• Community Medina Outreach
Specialist/Coordinator (PT) –
Veterans Service Office
• Correction Officer (FT) – Juvenile
Detention Center
• County Veterans Service Officer
(FT) – Veterans Service Office
• Deputy Clerk (FT) – Common Pleas
Court (Probate & Juvenile Divisions)
• Deputy Dog Warden (PT) –
Animal Shelter
• Facilities Technician (FT) –
Maintenance
• Intermittent Meal Delivery Driver
(PT) – Office for Older Adults
• Kenneth W. Holtz Water
Reclamation Facility Operator
(FT) – Sanitary Engineers Office
• LPN 1st Shift (PT) – Medina
County Home
• LPN 2nd Shift (PT) – Medina
County Home
OUTREACH SPECIALIST (FULL-TIME)
MEDINA COUNTY OFFICE FOR OLDER ADULTS
The Medina County Board of Commissioners is seeking a full-time Outreach
Specialist for the Medina County Office for Older Adults.
Responsibilities: The Outreach Worker works under the direct supervision
of the Social Programs Supervisor. Introduces Title III Grant Services
and other supportive services available to older adults and their families.
Initiates in-home visits. Completes initial assessments and annual updates.
Maintains and revises client records and service documentation based on
client feedback. Attends in-service programs and staff meetings. Responds
to changing situations in a flexible manner. Demonstrates knowledge and
understanding of all county and departmental policies and procedures.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field; LSW
preferred.1-3 years experience in dealing with older adult population; Valid
Ohio Driver’s License and clean driving record; Ability to enter and retrieve data
using computer systems, systems applications, and other office equipment.
Hours: 8 to 4:30, M–F; 40 hours per week
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Retirement Contributions, sick time, paid
holidays and vacation earned after 1 year of employment.
Starting Rate: $18–$20 per hour
Apply at or send resume to:
Medina County Human Resources, Attn: OOA Position
144 North Broadway Street, Room 202
Medina, OH 44256
Medina County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All potential candidates must pass a background check and drug screen.

DEPUTY DOG
• Meal Delivery Driver (PT) – Office
for Older Adults
• Outreach Specialist (FT) – Office

for Older Adults
• Park Planner (FT) – Medina County
Park District
• Police Laborer (FT) – Medina
County Park District
• Police Officer (FT) – Medina County
Park District
• Protective Services Worker 2 (FT)
– Job & Family Services
• Protective Services Worker 2 (FT)
– Job & Family Services
• Resident Care Aide (FT) – Medina
County Home
• Social Service Case Aide (FT) –
WARDENS NEEDED!
The Medina County Animal Shelter currently has 3 openings
for Deputy Dog Wardens — 1 full-time position; 2 part-time positions
Responsibilities: Enforces statutes for regulation of licensing, ownership
and animal control. Maintain records and provide reports. Provide care to ani-
mals following shelter guidelines.
Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent with strong communi-
cation and customer service skills. Valid Ohio driver’s license with good driving
record. Six months work related experience and or training in the caring for
and handling of animals. Able to lift at least fifty pounds.

APPLY
Job & Family Services
• Solid Waste Operator (FT) –

NOW!
Sanitary Engineers Office
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Shift
Supervisor (FT) – Sanitary
Engineers Office
(FT) = Full-Time • (PT) = Part-Time

Click here to visit our

website for any updates:
www.medinaco.org/hr/
employment/

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Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter August 5, 2022
Expanded eligibility Happy 107th Birthday!
for utility assistance
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine
has announced that more Ohio-
ans are now eligible for electric
and natural gas assistance from
the Ohio Department of Develop-
ment and Public Utilities Commis-
sion of Ohio (PUCO).
On Thursday, July 28, Gover-
nor DeWine signed Executive Or-
der 2022-12D, which authorizes
the Ohio Department of Develop-
ment to work in partnership with
PUCO to implement emergency
rules that increase the income
threshold for Ohio’s Percentage of
Income Payment Plan (PIPP).
The threshold will change from Photo submitted
DeLean Dotterer, center, celebrated her 107th birthday at Miss Molly’s Tea
the current 150 percent of the fed- Room in Medina on Saturday, July 30. Born July 14, 1915 in Paulding, Ohio,
eral poverty level to 175 percent. Dotterer has two daughters, Marilyn and Carolyn. Commissioners Steve Ham-
bley and Colleen Swedyk attended the celebration to present Dotterer with a
Visit energyhelp.ohio.gov for commendation and to congratulate her on the momentous occasion.
more information.

Gettysburg Address Artwork Donated to County

Medina resident and retired attorney Stan Scheetz, right, presented the commis-
sioners with the above framed art of the Gettysburg Address signed by President
Abraham Lincoln in 1868. Scheetz said the artwork had been hanging in his law
office for 70 years. He expressed to the commissioners that he would like to see it
hung in a county building — either in the Administration Building or the courthouse. Photos by Brian S. Gallatin

CONTACT US
Office: 330-722-9208
Medina County Commissioners
Toll Free: 844-722-3800
144 North Broadway St., Room 201,
Clerk: Rhonda Beck,
Medina, Ohio 44256 rbeck@ohmedinaco.org

Commissioner Meetings are held every

Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m.
While Commissioners’ Meetings have resumed allowing the
public’s in-person attendance, meetings will continue to be
livestreamed for anyone who is unable to attend in person at:
www.facebook.com/MedinaCountyCommissioners
To be added to our mailing list, please contact Public Information Officer Brian Gallatin
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