Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

BOARD OF
MEDINA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Stephen D. Hambley Aaron M. Harrison Colleen M. Swedyk

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Hambley reappointed to CCAO Board of Directors
Commissioner Steve Hamb-
ley has been reappointed to the
County Commissioners Associ-
ation of Ohio (CCAO) Board of
Directors.
During the CCAO Annual
Business Meeting on December
7, members voted on the recom-
mendations of the CCAO Nomi-
nation Committee for positions on
the 2024 CCAO Board of Direc-
tors.
Hambley was among seven
others appointed for two-year
terms on the CCAO Board of Di-
rectors. He was first appointed to
the Board of Directors in 2021.
Additionally, Hambley was
honored at the 2023 CCAO An-
nual Business Meeting for serving
Medina County for 21+ years.
The Decades of Dedication:
County Governance Award hon-
ors county commissioners, coun-
ty executives, and county council
members at milestone benchmarks
of service each decade.
“CCAO launched this recog-
nition program to illuminate re-
markable years of service and
enduring commitment of these ex-
traordinary individuals who shape Above: Commission-
the future of our counties,” said er Steve Hambley and
CCAO President Glenn
CCAO Executive Director Cheryl
Miller.
Subler. “We are grateful for the
dedicated work of Commissioner Right: Award pre-
sented to Com-
Hambley and his fellow honorees missioner Hamb-
for giving much of their life, energy ley.
and passion to make their county
a wonderful place to call home.” funding in the realms of economic
During their years of service, development, protecting children
Commissioner Hambley and his and supporting families, vital in-
fellow recipients have led inno- frastructure including water and
vative projects and secured vital sewer services, and more.

MCPT to launch MC Flex in Brunswick on Monday, Jan. 29

Beginning, Monday, Jan. 29,
Medina County Public Transit
(MCPT) — the County’s public
transportation provider — will
formally launch the MC Flex in
Brunswick.
MC Flex is a micro-transit ser-
vice, a relatively new public transit
option that operates similarly to
ride hailing applications like Uber
and Lyft.
MC Flex is a shared-ride ser-
vice, meaning as riders are trans-
ported to their destination, other
passengers may be picked up or
dropped off on the way.
Earlier this year, MC Flex be-
gan as a pilot program in Wad-
sworth to test the viability of the
service. After that success, it was
implemented in the City of Medi-
na which was also a great success.
MC Flex buses will be available
in Brunswick from 6 a.m.–6 p.m.,
Monday–Friday within the desig-
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HGTV recognizes Medina as

one of America’s ‘Best Small
Towns to Visit for Christmas’
Medina recently received national recognition
when HGTV selected the city as one of America’s
“Best Small Towns to Visit for Christmas.”
According to a list released by HGTV ahead of the
holiday season, Medina stood out among all Ohio
towns to make HGTV’s list, which selected one city
from each state.
Small Towns With Big Christmas Spirit
HGTV’s website states, “Practically every Amer-
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Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter December 15, 2023
PLANNING SERVICES

Planning Services requests by funding lead safe renovation, lead abatement,

proposals, qualifications for
Lead Safe Ohio Program
The Ohio Department of Development’s (DOD)
Office of Community Development (OCD) has al-
located $95 million to the Lead Safe Ohio Program
with the goal of promoting primary prevention and
reducing immediate and presumed lead hazards in
residential properties, congregate care settings, and
childcare facilities built before 1978.
The Lead Safe Ohio Program will achieve this goal
and supportive measures in all 88 Ohio counties.
Medina County is eligible to apply for $802,000.
The Medina County Department of Planning Ser-
vices is requesting the submission of professional
qualifications and a proposal for assistance so we
may contract with an individual or firm to assist us
in the capacity of Housing Rehabilitation Inspector/
Housing Specialist.
We are also requesting professional qualifications
and a proposal for assistance so we may contract
with an individual or firm to assist us in the capacity
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MCPT to launch MC Flex in Brunswick on Monday, Jan. 29...

Continued from page 1 ule your MC Flex service over the
nated transit zone and provides phone at 330-723-9670.
rides for all trips that start and end At this time, MCPT’s Bruns-
within the zone boundaries shown wick Saturday services will remain
(See map). on a scheduled Loop. The agen-
Rather than waiting for a bus cy is currently monitoring rider-
operating on a set loop route, MC in Wadsworth and the City of ship and is evaluating Saturday
Medina, has proven to improve
Flex allows riders to instead book Transit services with more infor-
passengers’ transit experience
a trip that will pick them up and mation to come.
and has reduced travel times to
drop them off at their preferred If a passenger wishes to travel
their destinations.
destination anywhere within the “The MC Flex service has en- outside the MC Flex, they may
designated zone (See map). hanced our ability to provide more contact MCPT to schedule coun-
Riders can book a trip by calling efficient service with reductions in ty-wide trips up to 14 days in ad-
the MCPT office at 330-723-9670 fuel and mileage,” said Rine. vance at a cost of $4 per trip.
and speaking with a Scheduler. MC Flex Trips can be booked The goal with MC Flex is to pro-
Bus fares for the MC Flex are up to two hours prior, but prefer- vide a transit service that is easier,
as follows: one-way fares, $1.50; ably the day before. If possible, quicker, and more comfortable to
elderly and disabled, $0.75; and passengers are encouraged to improve the passenger experience
all-day pass, $4. call up to seven days in advance and value.
You may also inquire about pur- to schedule their trips for the MC Please visit our MCPT website
chasing our Monthly MC Flex Pass. Flex service. at www.medinacountytransit.org
According to Transit Director Our Transit Customer Service or our Facebook page for more
Shannon Rine, this new service Team is available to help sched- information!

HGTV recognizes Medina as one of America’s ‘best

small towns to visit for Christmas’...
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ican town celebrates Christmas in some way, but
these small towns all across the country stand out
for holiday traditions and vibes that are worth a trip
with the family.
“Yes, there are the winter wonderlands offering
light shows, sleigh rides, holiday performances, car-
oling, parades and Christmas markets.
“But there are also small towns that include local
traditions, too, like a parade with horses and hounds,
lobster boat rides and an elf scavenger hunt.
“All promise to deliver a storybook Christmas filled “Outside, Medina shines with candlelight Christ-
with candy canes, hot chocolate and Santa.” mas walks and the lively sounds of ‘A Celtic Christ-
Medina, Ohio mas’ performance at the Medina Performing Arts
“The world’s largest indoor Christmas toyland Center.
awaits at Medina’s Castle Noel. Inside, visitors will “The town’s charming stable of bed and breakfasts
find Hollywood Christmas props from movies like makes a weekend trip to this Christmas getaway a
‘Jingle All the Way,’ ‘A Christmas Carol,’ and ‘Fred breeze.”
Claus’ along with breathtaking, New York-style an- HGTV’s complete list of the 50 Best Small Towns
imated Christmas windows from Bloomingdale’s, to Visit for Christmas can be found at: https://bit.
Sak’s Fifth Avenue and Macy’s. ly/46VQqUr.
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Planning Services requests

PLANNING SERVICES
Department
proposals, qualifications for Lead Directory
Safe Ohio Program... BUILDING DEPARTMENT
www.medinaco.org/building-department
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of Lead Clearance Technician, Licensed Lead Risk Assessor and/or Li- 330-722-9220
censed Lead Abatement Contractor. COMMISSIONERS
It is our understanding that grant recipients are to provide for open www.medinaco.org/county-commissioners
competition for professional services whereby, at a minimum, compet- 330-722-9208
itor’s qualifications are evaluated including cost or price.
COUNTY HOME
Once a firm or individual is tentatively selected, fair and reasonable http://medinacountyhome.com
compensation is negotiated. 330-723-9553
Submission of Proposals
Applications will be received at the below address or by email until DOG SHELTER
www.medinaco.org/dog-shelter
the close of business day on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Please address all 330-725-9121
correspondence to: Denise Testa, Director, Medina County Department
of Planning Services, 144 North Broadway Street, Suite 113, Medina, FINANCE
Ohio 44256 or dtesta@ohmedinaco.org. No website
For more information, visit https://bit.ly/4aeHE6O to view the full 330-722-9202
Requests for Proposals and Qualifications notice. HUMAN RESOURCES
www.medinaco.org/hr
330-722-9209

IS YOUR JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES

www.mcjfs.us

DOG
330-722-9300
OFFICE FOR OLDER ADULTS
www.mcooa.org

LICENSED?
330-723-9514
PLANNING SERVICES
www.medinaco.org/planning
330-722-9293
Purchase a dog license in Medina County
without penalty fees from SANITARY ENGINEER
www.medinaco.org/sanitary
Friday, Dec. 1–Wednesday, Jan. 31 330-723-9585
SOLID WASTE DISTRICT
1 Year Dog License http://recyclemedinacounty.com
$14 330-769-0289
TRANSIT
Dog Licenses can be purchased at the following locations: http://medinacountytransit.org
City Hardware True Value Drug Mart – Lodi Medina County SPCA 330-723-9670
129 Wooster St., Lodi 661 Wooster St., Lodi 8790 Guilford Rd., Seville
330-948-1011 330-948-0520 330-723-7722

Creekside Animal Clinic Drug Mart – Medina Medina License Bureau

2744 Wadsworth Rd., Norton
330-825-9556
Drug Mart – Brunswick
1673 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
330-335-9615
Click here to visit our
135 Harding St., Medina 972 N. Court St., Medina website with the full
330-725-7117 330-721-8591
directory of public officials
Drug Mart – Medina Pet Supplies Plus
5923 Wooster Pike, Medina 1150 N. Court St., #2A, Medina at www.medinaco.org
330-721-0600 330-723-7666

Drug Mart – Brunswick Hills Drug Mart – Medina Wadsworth Auto Title
5270 Center Rd., 38 S. Medina Line Rd., 123 Broad St., Suite B, 2023
Brunswick Hills Copley Wadsworth Directory of Public Officials
Medina County, Ohio
330-273-8300 330-670-0060 877-722-0016

All dog license revenue supports the Medina County Dog Shelter!

DID YOU KNOW?

• All dogs more than three months of age must
be licensed
• Licenses may not be transferred from one Provided by
The Medina County Board of Commissioners
dog to another
• License purchases are non-refundable
• More dogs are lost in winter than any other Stephen D. Hambley Aaron M. Harrison Colleen M. Swedyk

season. Make sure yours has its ticket home! www.medinaco.org

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OFFICE FOR OLDER ADULTS

Seniors enjoy ‘Candy Cane Lane’ holiday party

On Thursday, Dec. 7, 120 se-
niors made their way to “Candy
Cane Lane” at the Brunswick Rec
for the Medina County Office for
Older Adults’ holiday party.
Due to construction at the Se-
nior Center in Medina, we hosted
both Brunswick and Medina Cen-
ter members and their friends.
Attendees enjoyed a chicken
marsala lunch courtesy of Alten-
heim-Senior Living and Brunswick
Pointe Transitional Care with des-
sert from Spry Senior and West-
wood Place Apartments. Raffle Care Ohio Falling Waters. rigals vocal ensemble who enter-
prizes were donated by Firemark Accompanying lunch was a visit tained with an amazing acapella
Insurance Agency and Communi- from the Brunswick Choirs Mad- set.

JOB & FAMILY SERVICES

Build-A-Bears donated for children in foster care

We look forward to this thought-
ful and fun tradition every year!
Thank you to Judge Kevin
Dunn’s Juvenile Court, Build-
A-Bear Workshop, and Medina
County Board of Developmental
Disabilities Achievement Center
for these adorable bears you built
and donated for children in our
foster care system.
We can’t wait to see the joy and
excitement when we deliver them
to our kids. Thank you for your
support and care for kids in our
community!

COUNTY HOME

Residents enjoy making bath bombs for gifts

At the Access the Arts craft
workshop, Janet George and her
crew assisted the residents with
making bath bombs to give as gifts
for Christmas.
The activity room smelled very
strongly of peppermint, and the
residents had a fun time making
them. Santa Paws
Thanks Access the Arts! It’s that time of year again for
the return of Santa Paws.
This year’s representatives from
Best and Beautiful Therapy Dogs
include Tatertot, wearing a ban-
dana; Wilson, wearing a sweater;
Curtis Chamberlain came to the
and Lacey, wearing a scarf.
Home again to entertain the resi-
The residents always enjoy vis-
its from furry friends. Wilson is dents. This time he sang Christmas
one of our regulars. songs and played his saxophone.
Thanks Santa Paws! The Medina Chorus, lead by
Abundance of Music Continued on page 6
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December 15, 2023
Current Open
Positions
Postings current as of December 15, 2023
Click on any of the below job titles
for a full job description.
• Account Receivable Clerk (FT)
– Sanitary Engineer’s Office
• Adult Probation Officer (FT) – Court
of Common Pleas Adult Probation
Department
• Attorney (FT) – Job & Family
Services
• Bus Driver (PT) – Transit
• Cleaning Technician (FT) –
Maintenance
• Cleaning Technician (PT) –
Maintenance
• Community Relations Director
(Unclassified) (FT) – ADAMH Board
• Correction Officer (FT) – Juvenile
Detention Center
• Deputy Director (FT) – Park District
• Deputy Dog Warden (PT) – Dog
Shelter
• Dispatch/Scheduler (FT) – Transit
• Driver – Meal Delivery (PT) – Office
for Older Adults
• Front Office Staff (FT) – Adult
Probation
• Highway Maintenance Worker II
(FT) – County Engineer
• Kennel Worker (Intermittent) – Dog
Shelter
• Line Maintenance Worker (FT) –
Sanitary Engineer’s Office
• Maintenance Worker (FT) –
Wastewater Treatment Plant –
Sanitary Engineer’s Office
• PRN LPN (PT) – County Home
• Probate Deputy Clerk (FT) –
Probate & Juvenile Divisions
Common Pleas Court
• Project Technician – Engineering/
Surveying – County Engineer
• Resident Care Aide (FT) – County
Home
• Senior Activities Coordinator –
Brunswick (PT) – Office for Older
Adults
• Social Service Case Aide – Job &
Family Services
• Wastewater Operator (FT) –
Sanitary Engineer’s Office
• Water Operations Technician (FT) –
Sanitary Engineer’s Office
• Water Reclamation Facility Shift
Supervisor (FT) – Sanitary
Engineer’s Office
• Water System Computer Operator
(FT) – Sanitary Engineer’s Office
(FT) = Full-Time • (PT) = Part-Time
Click here to visit our
website for any updates:
www.medinaco.org/hr/
employment/
Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter
Medina County
Sanitary Engineering Department
WASTEWATER OPERATOR
(FULL-TIME)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operates wastewater treatment
plants consisting of bar screens, lift
stations, primary, secondary, and
tertiary treatment processes, filters,
activated sludge, chlorination, sludge
digestion, adjusts flow patterns,
cleans screening devices, transfers
sludges, backwashes filters, adds chemicals, changes chlorinator tanks.
Makes necessary adjustments on equipment and processes to meet OEPA
requirements.
Maintains equipment (e.g., lubricates all moving parts, adjusts & changes
packing, removes & replaces worn parts), repairs chemical feed equipment
and other plant equipment, performs general groundskeeping & housekeeping,
advises & assists in operation & repair of other department equipment.
Performs daily chemical tests (e.g., settleable solids, pH, chlorine, suspended
solids, ammonia, turbidity), performs routine laboratory & biological tests on
treatment plant flows to determine levels of treatment & plant effluent quality.
Maintains treatment plant records, prepares daily and monthly reports on test
results and plant inspections; answers routine telephone requests & refers
other inquiries to appropriate personnel; studies treatment plant operation.
Performs any other tasks as assigned related to the treatment plant operation.
Bargaining Unit Position.
Rate: Start $20.79 / One Year $21.11 / Two Years $22.05
Apply to: Medina County Sanitary Engineer, Attn: Emily Walter, 791 W. Smith
Road, Medina, Ohio 44256. Email: ewalter@ohmedinaco.org
Medina County
Sanitary Engineering Department
WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY SHIFT SUPERVISOR (FULL-TIME)
The Medina County Sanitary Engineer is searching for two shift supervisors for its facility in Valley
City, Ohio. Located in northern Medina County, Valley City is 40 minutes from Cleveland and
45 minutes from Akron. The Water Reclamation Facility has 40,000 customers and serves the
communities of Brunswick and Medina, as well as some unincorporated portions of the county.
The Water Reclamation Facility completed a $35M biosolids upgrade in 2019 with many state of
the art processes being incorporated. The design flow of the plant is 15MGD, with updated bar
screens, grit removal, primary settling, activated sludge, biological nutrient removal, secondary
clarifiers and sand filters. The biosolid process includes thermal hydrolysis(Cambi) followed by
anaerobic digestion with phosphorus and ammonia removal(MagPrex) before final dewatering.
The biogas is cleaned and utilized to generate approximately 75% of the electricity required to
power the plant with the waste heat from the generator being used to create the steam for the
thermal hydrolysis process. The resulting class A biosolid product is beneficially land applied.
Position Description: This position offers the opportunity to learn all aspects of the Water
Reclamation Facility for someone looking to enhance their leadership and supervisory skills in
a state of the art facility. This is a Class IV facility and the successful applicant will have the
opportunity to pursue their Class IV license with the Ohio EPA. The shift supervisor is responsible
for the efficient operation of the wastewater treatment facility and all components of the
wastewater treatment process while providing staff leadership to ensure regulatory compliance.
Direct day-to-day activities under general directions, supervise the shift operations of the
wastewater treatment plant by planning work, directing personnel, and assigning work to be
performed; assisting the Plant Superintendent and Assistant Plant Superintendent in coordinating
and preparing operation and maintenance reports as needed. Supervise and perform related
preventive and maintenance repairs. Supervise required process control laboratory testing;
perform related work as required.
Qualifications: At a minimum, applicants must possess a valid Ohio EPA Wastewater Works
Operator Class II license and MUST obtain an Ohio EPA Wastewater Works Operator III within
2 years of appointment. Advanced knowledge of wastewater operations and laboratory analysis
is required. Applicants must have aptitude in locating the cause of mechanical system and
equipment defects and basic electrical knowledge. Strong maintenance and troubleshooting
skills are a plus. Applicants must have the ability to carry out oral and written instructions and be
able to maintain effective working relationships.
Starting Rate: $33.00/hour; plus supplemental pay. Supplemental Pay: 2nd Shift Differential pay;
3rd Shift Differential pay; Weekend Premium
Hours: The work week consists of four 10 hour days, either Sunday through Wednesday or
Wednesday through Saturday with occasional opportunities for overtime. The hours are: 2nd
shift 2:00 pm–12:00 am; 3rd shift 11:00 pm–9:00 am
Please submit resumes to: Dawn Taylor ( dtaylor@mclw.com )
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COUNTY HOME

Residents enjoy making bath bombs for gifts...

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Gary Hayen, sang Christmas
songs for the residents.
The Litchfield Band performed
classic Christmas music for the
residents.
Fresh Look
Maintenance came and painted
our front doors.
It gives the front porch a
fresh new look just in time
for Christmas.
Maintenance came and in-
stalled two new light fixtures for
our back entrance.
At night when they turn on, the
bulbs have the flame lighting.
Clutter Family Christmas
Medina Kids Care held the
annual Christmas party for
the residents.
There were gifts bags for all the
residents along with drawings for
prizes.
Mr. and Mrs. Claus were in at-
tendance.
Elaine Stone played the piano.
They put on the skit “Grandma
Got Run Over by a Reindeer” and
had a resident play grandpa.
It was a very festive time filled
with Christmas cheer. Thanks
Clutters!

Merry Christmas and a

Happy New Year!
Wishing you much happiness this holiday season
and throughout the coming year!
Your Medina County Commissioners,
Steve Hambley, Aaron Harrison and Colleen Swedyk

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

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