Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

BOARD OF
MEDINA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

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

NOVEMBER 4, 2022
OOA Director
proposes Senior
Center kitchen
renovations
At the commissioners Tuesday,
Oct. 18 meeting, Office for Older
Adults Director Laura Toth present-
ed a proposal for kitchen renova-
tions at the Medina Senior Center.
She noted the current kitchen is
40 years old and in need of up-
dates. The proposed updates and
estimates for the six areas are as
follows: $58,000–$68,000. also noted she has been saving for
Area 1 – Cafeteria Line, Total estimated project cost is this project.
$90,000–$100,000; Area 2 – Dish $615,100. James Duber, Envelope Con-
Station/Coffee Service, $75,000– Toth requested consideration sulting Services, explained that
$85,000; Area 3 – Cooking Area/ of $200,000 in American Rescue given the 40-year age of the build-
Back Wall, $160,000–$175,000; Plan Act (ARPA) funding to com- ing, this is a complicated project,
Area 4, Cooler/Pantry Wall, plete the project with the remain- but that is much needed.
$45,000–$60,000; Area 5 – Store- der of costs coming out of the Hu- The services currently being
room, $25,000; Area 6 – Floor, man Services Levy Funding. She Continued on page 2

Wadsworth Senior &

Caregiver Expo
Left: All three commissioners enjoyed
attending the Wadsworth Senior & Care-
giver Expo. The event was held on Friday,
Oct. 28 at the Wadsworth Soprema Senior
Center.
Bottom left: Amy Perrine, Licensed Social
Worker, sits at the County Home’s booth
awaiting seniors to stop by.
Bottom right: Sean Parker, Social Pro-
grams Supervisor, and Joanne Meincke,
Media/Activities Supervisor, pose for a
picture at the Office for Older Adults booth.
Photos by Brian S. Gallatin
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OOA Director proposes
Senior Center kitchen
renovations...
Continued from page 1
provided were not intended for
that kind of design.
Additionally, the area is not
meeting the needs of the depart-
ment.
Toth said she believes now is
the time to move forward with this
project.
Commissioner Steve Hambley
recently completed a walk-through
of the facility and said they are op-
erating beyond their capacity.
Assistant County Administrator
Amy Lyon-Galvin confirmed the
project would qualify for ARPA
funding. The commissioners all
agreed to support the project.
November 4, 2022
George Sam named Executive
Director of Main Street Medina
Eric Stasiowski, chairman of the board of Main Street Medina, an-
nounced Monday, Oct. 31 the appointment of George Sam as the
non-profit organization’s next executive director effective immediately.
Sam will succeed Matt Wiederhold, who became executive director
of Heritage Ohio earlier this year.
Stasiowski said, “On behalf of Main Street Medina’s board of direc-
tors, I am proud to announce George Sam as our next executive di-
rector. George is a results-driven community leader who combines the
unique ability to articulate a vision and organize and energize teams to
achieve it. He’s well-versed in the Main Street national program and
is well-respected throughout our community at the city, township, and
county levels. One conversation with George and you immediately ex-
perience his passion and energy for all things Medina.”
Main Street Medina’s board began an extensive search for Wieder-
hold’s successor in May. Board member Matt Liegl, senior director of
Human Resources at Medina-based Sandridge Foods Corporation,
served as head of the eight-member search committee with the assis-
tance of a recruiting consultant. The organization received interest from
Continued on page 3

JOB & FAMILY SERVICES

Third annual Toy Drive to be held Sat., Nov. 12

There’s something
magical about the an-
ticipation of the holiday
season. The leaves have
fallen, the air is crisp,
and store fronts have
transformed into holiday
wonderlands.
Yet, if you are a child
in foster care, the antic-
ipation of the holiday
season may feel less than
magical.
MEDINA COUNTY JOB &
FAMILY SERVICES
Maybe you’re in an provide?
unfamiliar place, may- The division is cur-
be with some unfamil- rently caring for over
iar people, and maybe 145 children — they are
you’re wondering how as young as a few weeks
the holiday season will old to those nearing their
treat you.
by Debbie Kiley 18th birthday.
Director
The Child Protec- Whether you’re able
children living with the to provide a newborn
tive Division of Medina
agency’s foster families. blanket or headset for a
County Job & Family
One way in which we teenager, any gift or gift
Services strives to ensure
do so is an annual holi- card you offer will add
that the holiday season magic to a child’s holi-
day toy drive — an op-
is a magical time for the portunity for the com- day season.
munity to donate new, Simply stop by the
unwrapped gifts for the agency on November
children in our care. 12, and we’ll happily or-
This year, our third ganize donated items for
annual toy drive will be one of our many children

HOLIDAY Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9

a.m.–12 p.m. at Job and
Family Services located
TOY DRIVE at 232 Northland Dr.,
Medina.
Donations will be ac-
NOV. 12, 9AM-12PM cepted during this time,
and no appointment is
232 Northland Drive, Medina
necessary.
Drop off new, unwrapped toys
This is a contactless
and gift cards for kids of all ages
event; the agency will
in foster care.
have plenty of staff avail-
able to remove items
from your vehicle. We
simply ask that dona-
tions not be wrapped so
we can organize and dis-
tribute them to our foster
Questions? Call Layne at families.
(330) 635-9165
Curious as to what to
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in care.
If you cannot make it
on Saturday, Nov. 12 —
no worries! Donations
can be dropped off at
the agency after the
event and up until Fri-
day, Dec. 2.
The agency is open
Monday–Friday from
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
You can also mail items
to the care of: MCJFS
Toy Drive; 232 North-
land Dr., Medina, OH
44256.
Thank you for your
continued generosity to
help those we serve to
protect.
November 4, 2022
Maintenance Department comes to the rescue
On Columbus Day, heavy
winds knocked down our wooden
Medina County Home sign that
welcomes everyone as they arrive
in our parking lot.
It was discovered that the orig-
inal posts were too badly rotted,
and two new posts would have to
be secured in the ground to mount
our sign. prominent location at the en- pel music.
Fortunately, two of our mainte- trance to our parking lot. Thanks
nance department’s finest came to again maintenance department!
the rescue.
George Sam named Executive Director of Main Street Medina...
Continued from page 2
a diverse pool of nearly 75 candidates across Ohio.
With this appointment, Sam will become the or-
ganization’s third executive director in its 15-year
history.
“I’m honored to become executive director of
Main Street Medina and hope to con-
tinue the legacy of my mentor and
friend, Matt Wiederhold,” said Sam.
“My job is to serve the residents and
businesses of Medina, build relation-
ships, promote our great city, and fos-
ter economic opportunities.” George
Sam previously held the title of in- Sam
terim executive director of Main Street Medina since
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COUNTY HOME
Access the Arts hosted an in-
door bonfire and s’mores in the
activity room at the Medina Coun-
ty Home.
Janet George and Ann Back
served the residents popcorn and
by Greg Brown baked s’mores while they listened
Superintendent
to Jeff Smith from the Blue Grass
Our sign is now back in its band, Ohio Crossroads, play gos-
The residents sang and clapped
to their favorite songs.
Bonfire & S’mores Continued on page 4
May 2022. He first joined the organization as a vol-
unteer and was later named program director in Au-
gust 2018. Prior to moving to Ohio, Sam held sev-
eral non-profit leadership posts, including serving as
a Main Street Manager for Downtown West Newton,
Inc. in Pennsylvania. His professional background
includes various communications-related positions
in the energy industry in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
A native of West Newton, Pennsylvania, Sam is
proud to call Medina his home since 2012. He holds
a Bachelor of Arts in Business Marketing from Seton
Hill University and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts
and Design from Point Park University. He currently
serves as the Medina County Arts Council Board of
Trustees president.
About Main Street Medina: Founded in 2007,
Main Street Medina is a non-profit, 501 (c)(3) com-
munity development, member-supported organiza-
tion. The mission of Main Street Medina is to lead
the effort for historic preservation, economic sustain-
ability, and continued evolution of the District as the
heart of the community. To contribute or learn more
about the organization, please visit www.mainstreet-
medina.com or email info@mainstreetmedina.com.
ALL
GRADES
K-12
CHILDREN
MUST BE
PRESENT
Coat Distribution
PHOTO ID
REQUIRED
WHEN
November 10th 2022
6pm - 8pm
CONTACT
INFO
330.661.0850
WHERE 330.661.0863
Fraternal Order of
Eagles, Medina
SERVING
696 Lafayette Road, Medina
RESIDENTS

  OF MEDINA
COUNT Y
PLEASE PARK IN THE BACK PARKING
LOT AND LINE UP AT THE SOUTH EAST
 

 
 ENTRANCE OF THE BUILDING

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COUNTY HOME

Nature Pam visits, gives Yellowstone NP presentation

by Amber Holahan
Recreation Coordinator
Nature Pam (formally known as Pam Sikora) visit-
ed the Medina County Home on Thursday, Oct. 20
to give residents a presentation about her discover-
ies, knowledge, and photos of Yellowstone Park.
Pam gave detailed information about the wildlife,
geysers, volcanoes, her personal stories all involv-
ing the Yellowstone National Park and much more
during her stay.
She has been giving presentations on different
National Parks such as the Everglades, Mesa Verde,
Sleeping Bear Dunes, The Grand Canyon, and
much more. The residents love learning about the
Photo provided
different aspects of Yellowstone; we cannot wait to Medina County Home residents enjoy Nature Pam’s (Pam
have her back at the Medina County Home! Sikora) presentation on Yellowstone National Park.

Maintenance County Home

Department among vendors
comes to the at Senior Expo
rescue... by Amy Perrine
Licensed Social Worker
Continued from page 3 The Medina County Home par-
Getting the word out ticipated in the 2022 Wadsworth
Amy Perrine, the Licensed So- Senior & Caregiver Expo at the
cial Worker at the Medina Coun- Photos provided Wadsworth Soprema Senior Cen-
ty Home, spoke at the Medina Pictured left to right: Maintenance Re- ter on Friday, Oct. 28.
County Senior Services Network pair workers Tyler Mills and Michael Both vendors and participants
Cogar replace rotted wooden posts with
(MCSSN) meeting that was held new ones to rehang the sign welcoming enjoyed the day more than ever
at the Danbury Senior Living in visitors. as the expo has been on hiatus for
Brunswick. Man Band came to provide tunes the last two years due to COVID
She spoke about her job, and for the residents. ‘The Travelin’ concerns.
the mission of the Home. One Man Duo’ features Joyce Patrick Over 400 seniors were expect-
of the participants was quoted and Mark Warrick. They sing and ed to attend the fair to gather in-
as saying, “It’s evident that she play the best oldies, folk-rock, formation from vendors. There
is passionate about her job and country rock, and ballads. were 89 vendors who participated
cares deeply for the residents.” Two of our residents even made in the event.
Both the residents and staff ap- spider cookies to sweeten up the Several Medina County resi-
preciate her dedication and com- party. Extra thanks to our staff, vol- dents visited the County Home’s
mitment to excellence. unteers, and music accompaniment booth with many complimentary
Halloween Party for making this day extra special! things to say about the Home.
On Friday, Oct. 28, the Medina Therapy Dog Visits Some of the common themes
County Home had their annual Nitro is a therapy dog that has were “I had a family member
Halloween party. Residents look been visiting our residents for al- there many years ago, and they
forward to this fun-filled event ev- most a year now. were so well taken care of,” or “I
ery year to celebrate. Owned by Dee Kulbacki, he is have toured the Home, and it is
Residents and staff wore vari- certified through Alliance of Ther- beautiful” and even “I came out
ous costumes such as Care Bears, apy Dogs. there as a young girl when I was
Eeyore, penguins, the Flintstones, The residents always look for- a girl scout.” The Home is very
and many more. The Traveling ward to Nitro’s visits. nostalgic to many.
A number of seniors stopped by
the booth for much needed infor-
mation on affordable assisted living
options and were pleased to find
an option right in their backyard.
The Medina County Home is
appreciative of the many folks who
stopped by the booth and grateful
for the community’s support.
We look forward to seeing and
Left: Sundae enjoys Halloween too! Right: Residents have fun during the annual meeting more seniors and their
Halloween Party at the Medina County Home. families next year.
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November 4, 2022 Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

Donate items for

OFFICE FOR OLDER ADULTS
Items should be dropped off at
Department
Soup & Socks Drive the Medina Senior Center, 246
Northland Dr., Medina.
Directory
The Medina County Office for
Help Pack Donations ANIMAL
Older Adults and Angels Care
Join us on Monday, Dec. 19 SHELTER
Home Health are hosting a Soup www.medinaco.org/animal-shelter
& Socks Drive from now through at 10 a.m. for complimentary re- 330-725-9121
Monday, Dec. 19. freshments at the Medina Senior
Donate two cans of condensed Center and to help pack dona- BUILDING
soup, one can of chunky soup or a tions. DEPARTMENT
pair of new socks (any size) to help Thank you for helping us, help www.medinaco.org/building-department
keep our seniors warm during the others! All donations will benefit 330-722-9220
cold, winter months. Jobs and Family Services.
COMMISSIONERS
Senior Center hosts 40th Anniversary www.medinaco.org/county-commissioners
330-722-9208
Open House, Mon., Nov. 14 • 2–4 p.m.
The public is invited to attend the Medina Senior Center’s 40th An- COUNTY
niversary Open House on Monday, Nov. 14 from 2–4 p.m. HOME
http://medinacountyhome.com
This is a wonderful opportunity to tour the facility and learn what
330-723-9553
type of programs are available for the 60-plus crowd.
There’s something for everyone from billiards to tai chi, music and
art programs, assistance with transit passes and the Medicare maze and FINANCE
No website
much more. 330-722-9202
Medina County Office for Older Adults Director Laura Toth will be
presenting the strategic plan for the next three years; so come and see
HUMAN
what’s planned for the future. No reservations necessary. RESOURCES
For any questions, please call the Office for Older Adults office at www.medinaco.org/hr
330-723-9514. 330-722-9209

JOB AND FAMILY

SERVICES
www.mcjfs.us
You are 330-722-9300
cordially
invited OFFICE FOR OLDER
ADULTS
to join our www.mcooa.org
330-723-9514

PLANNING
SERVICES
www.medinaco.org/planning
330-722-9293

SANITARY
ENGINEER
www.medinaco.org/sanitary
330-723-9585

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

TRANSIT
http://medinacountytransit.org

40th Anniversary Open House 330-723-9670

November 14, 2022

Click here to visit our
2:00 - 4:00 pm • 246 Northland Drive, Medina website with the full
Come celebrate with us and see directory of public officials
what we are going to be up to in the future! at www.medinaco.org
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BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

MCBDD celebrates National Disability

Employer Awareness month
The Medina County Board ment rate for people with disabil-
of Developmental Disabilities ities is more than twice the rate of
(MCBDD) was proud to partic- those with no disability: 8.0 per-
ipate in National Disability Em- cent for people with disabilities as
ployment Awareness Month, an compared to 3.7 percent without
annual awareness campaign that a disability.
takes place each October. Workers with disabilities are
The purpose of National Dis- also more likely to be employed
ability Employment Awareness part-time — 31 percent as com-
Month is to educate the commu- pared to 17 percent.
nity and local businesses about Perhaps the most startling statis-
disability employment issues and tic is of people who are considered
OHI O’ S ELEC TI ONS
to celebrate the many and varied “out of the workforce,” mean-
contributions of America’s work- ing that they are “not looking for MCBDD Employment Recognition 2022
Photo provided

ers with disabilities.

During October, the MCBDD
A RE
work.”
SECU RE a paycheck and contribute back
While only 3 in 10 Americans to the local tax base and business
recognized people with develop- without a disability are considered growth.
mental disabilities who held jobs “out of the workforce,” 8 out of People with disabilities who are
VOT I N G EQ U I P M EN T
in the community as well as the 10 people with disabilities fall into employed are more Ohio independent
Board of
IS C E R T I F
companies that employed them. I E D The U.S. Election
this category “Our national
Assistance recov- and need less services
Voting
thereby re-
Machine
Commission
“More
Federal & and more employers ery from the pandemic cannot be ducing the cost of their care.
bipartisan state experts test,
examine, and certify all voting equipment
Examiners

are asseeing
secure.the value of employing completed without the inclusion “There is a large under-utilized
those with disabil- of all Americans, in particular percentage of the population that
ities,”
SAsaid F E LSuper-
Y S TO R I N G people with disabilities,” said U.S. is capable and willing to work,”
intendent Stacey Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh. said Ed Dryer, MCBDD Commu-
VOT I
Maleckar. “Even inN G E Q U I P M EN T contributions have histor- nity Employment Director. “This
“Their
Ballots and machines are all locked with tamper proof
a small
seals and community
stored behind double locked doors ically been vital to our nation’s month allows us to celebrate those
that may
like Medina County,
only be accessed when unlocked together success, and are more important that employ people with disabili-
by Republican
and Democratic election officials.
we have numerous Stacey today than ever. We must build ties, but also raises awareness for
employers work- Maleckar an economy that fully includes the companies who may benefit from
T E ST I N G
ing with us and those we serve, talent and drive of those with dis-
Regardless employing someone with a dis-
of how you
Before voting begins, voting machines and tabulators
to gomeet their
through a fullcritical
battery ofworkforce abilities.”
logic and accuracy testing ability.”
vote every Ohio ballot
is recorded in hard-copy
needs.” There are many benefits
by a biparisan team to ensure they work properly and
have not been manipulated. on paper.to the For more information about
While over 90 Medina Coun- community when businesses em- employing people with
Ohio’s votingdisabili-
ty businesses open their doors to ploy people with disabilities. Peo- ties, visit www.mcbdd.org/com- machines and
tabulators are
employ individuals with develop- ple who gain job skills and become munity-employment/ or call 330-
never connected
mental disabilities, the unemploy- employed in the community earn 725-5551, optionto3. the internet.

B A L L OT S
S TAY S E CU R E
Each of Ohio’s 88 county boards of
elections has TWO REPUBLICAN
members and TWO DEMOCRATIC
members. Any handling of ballots or
voting equipment must take place by
bipartisan team of election officials.
VOTER LI S T
MAI NTENANCE
As required by federal and state law,
Ohio has a robust voter registration list
that goes through a regular maintenance
process to ensure out-of-date and
abandoned registrations are removed
f rom the voter rolls.

All precincts are staffed by

AU D I TS ENS U R E
a bipartisan group of poll
workers and open to the
ACCU R ACY
media and poll observers.
Throughout the election, boards
reconcile voter lists and ensure no votes
were counted twice. Any attempts to do
so are referred for prosecution.

Absentee voters can track the

VoteOhio.gov status of their ballot just like a After an election, every
package at VoteOhio.gov. county conducts a
post-election audit. All audits
Absentee voters must
are open to the public.
then complete and sign
the identification
envelope.
R E Q U E ST
STATEWIDE RESULTS SHOW A

99.98 % RATE
ACCURACY
To vote absentee, a ballot MUST
be requested by a voter. Ohio
does not send absentee ballots to IN THE 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION
every registered voter. (09/2021) SOS 2278 Printed In-House

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Current Open HUMAN RESOURCES

Positions Featured

Job Openings of
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• Building Inspector (FT) – Building

Permits Department
• Bus Driver (PT) – Transit
• Civil Engineer II (FT) – Medina
County Engineer
• Cleaning Technician (FT) –
Maintenance
• Cleaning Technician (PT) –
Maintenance
• Clerical Specialist (FT) – Job &
Family Services
• Correction Officer (FT) – Juvenile
Detention Center
• Deputy Clerk (FT) – Common Pleas
Court • Probate & Juvenile
Divisions
• Deputy Dog Warden (PT) – Animal
Shelter
• Design Engineer (FT) – Sanitary
Engineers Office
• Director of Community
CLEANING TECHNICIAN HIGH SCHO
OL
(PART-TIME & FULL-TIME* DIPLOMA
POSITIONS AVAILABLE) NOT REQUIR
ED!
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
Responsibilities: Receives direction from and reports to the Cleaning Supervisor.
Duties include a routine cleaning of all common areas, restrooms, and office areas.
Will include sanitizing of restrooms, vacuum and/or mopping floors, dusting and/or
removing of dirt for surfaces such as furniture, tables, countertops, and windows.
Performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Director
Qualifications: Experience in cleaning or custodial work preferred. Training and
experience that demonstrate the individual’s possession of knowledge, skills, and
abilities to perform the duties listed above. Possess a valid Ohio driver’s license with
a good driving record. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance
Hours: Monday–Friday 4 p.m.–8 p.m., additional hours as needed.
*Full-time position benefits: Medical Insurance, Retirement Contributions, sick time,
paid holidays and vacation earned after 1 year of employment.
Apply at or send application to:
Medina County HR, Attn: CT
144 N. Broadway, Room 202
Medina, OH 44256

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (FULL-TIME)

Engagement (FT) – Solid Waste
District
• Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Director (FT) – Maintenance
• Highway Maintenance Worker II
(FT) – Highway Engineer
• Kenneth W. Holtz Water
Reclamation Facility Operator
(FT) – Sanitary Engineers Office
• Operator (FT) – Solid Waste District
• Police Laborer
(FT) – Park District
• Park Planner
(FT) – Park District
• Police Officer
(FT) – Park District
• Protective Services Worker 2
(FT) – Job & Family Services
• Protective Services Worker 2
(FT) – Job & Family Services
• Receptionist (FT) – Job & Family
Services
• Resident Care Aide (FT) – Medina
County Home
• Social Service Case Aide (FT) – Job
& Family Services
• Van Driver (PT) – Medina County
Veterans Service Office
• Vehicle Mechanic (FT) –
Maintenance
• Water Reclamation Facility 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/
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
The Medina County Board of Commissioners is seeking a full-time Assistant Director
for their Maintenance Department. The Maintenance Department is responsible for
26 buildings located throughout Medina County, a fleet of 158 vehicles. Responsible
for the building and grounds maintenance, office cleaning and vehicle maintenance.
Responsibilities: Assist the Facilities Director in all aspects of vehicle maintenance,
cleaning, and building and grounds maintenance. Assists with the management of
staff of the Facilities Department. Assist with project development and execution.
Engage third-party contractors and consultants when necessary to determine the
most appropriate solutions to operational requests and needs while managing projects
simultaneously. Plans, organizes, directs, and manages the operations and building
systems across multiple locations including technical and general maintenance,
renovation, and contract services. Proactively inspect/survey properties, structures,
and buildings to identify repair, update, and improvement opportunities. Provide
exceptional customer service to all County employees, contractors and departments.
Assists the Facilities Director in estimating labor and material costs, preparing plans
and reviewing skilled building trades work. Participate in preparing annual maintenance
budgets.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major
course work in public administration, business administration, construction technology,
engineering, facilities maintenance or a related field. Plus five years of progressively
responsible experience in building trades, construction management, or facilities
management, including at least three years of relevant supervisory/management
responsibility or a combination of relevant and related education, training, and
experience which would demonstrate the individual’s possession of the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed above.
FMC (Facilities Management Certificate) or FMP (Facilities Management Professional)
preferred.
Possess valid Ohio driver’s license with good driving record and proof of adequate
vehicle insurance.
Hours: Exempt, day shift, additional hours based on department need. Main buildings
are open to the public from 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. There are buildings that are open 24
hours. May require response to emergency issues.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Retirement Contributions, sick time, paid holidays and
vacation earned after 1 year of employment.
Rate: $70,000–$75,000 annual salary
Apply at or send resume to:
Medina County Human Resources, Attn: AD
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.

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Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter November 4, 2022
PARK DISTRICT

Sharon Nature Preserve

now open in Sharon Twp.
Medina County Park District is pleased to an-
nounce the opening of Sharon Nature Preserve, a
134-acre property located at 6734 State Rd. in Sha-
ron Township.
The park district acquired the property in 2014
with a $500,000-plus grant from the Clean Ohio
Greenspace Conservation Program.
The site officially opened with a ribbon cutting
held on Thursday, Oct. 27 with park district staff,
commissioners, and several members of the commu-
nity in attendance.
High-quality wetlands dominate the nature pre-
serve; however, a remnant of huge sugar maples re-
sides on an upland knoll in the center of the property
Senior Veteran Recognition Ceremony
where visitors can hike a 0.4-mile nature trail. Honoring Veterans 60 and over

Open hayfields cover the remainder of the upland

ground. Visitors can also hike a 0.6 mile (ADA ac- VETERANS
cessible) gravel trail that loops through a wildflower APPRECIATION
meadow.
The nature preserve is rich in natural resources,
including a large swath of wet sedge meadow habi-
tat that borders the Wolf Creek between Ridge and Cost i
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State roads.
A pre-acquisition survey of the property found
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nearly 40 different varieties of trees and shrubs, a
number of insects and amphibians, evidence of
mammals — including deer, coyote, eastern cotton-
HONORING ALL
tail, muskrat, raccoon, and groundhog — and sever-
WHO SERVED
al noteworthy species of birds: brown creeper, rusty
blackbird, wood thrush, and yellow-bellied sapsuck-
er.
There is a 20-car parking lot at the nature pre-
serve. Biking is not permitted at this site. Leashed
pets are permitted. FRIDAY NOVEMBER 18 • 11:00AM
PATRIOTIC SONGS BY LEO’S JOLLY JAMMERS
Future phases of development at Sharon Nature
VETERAN’S PINNING CEREMONY
Preserve include an additional gravel loop trail as WITH CHAPLAIN ERIN KASBURG FROM CROSSROADS HOSPICE
well as stream and wetland restoration. HOMEMADE THANKSGIVING DINNER
Please note there are currently no restrooms at the RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. SIGN UP IN SENIOR CENTER
site (they will be added in 2023). OR CALL JENNY 330-725-9177

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
at bgallatin@ohmedinaco.org , or visit our website at www.medinaco.org/newsletter-sign-up/

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