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INDIAN HILL VILLAGE
BULLETIN
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION of the VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO
All Village Bulletins available on our website www.ihill.org
October 28, 2015 Number #9
COUNCIL ACTIONS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
October 19, 2015
Held a Public Hearing on Planning Commission Case No. 15-006
Appeal
Passed an Emergency Ordinance amending Ordinance 12-14 and
making appropriations for the expenses of the City of the Village of
Indian Hill for Fiscal Year 2015
First Reading – Ordinance amending Chapter 93 of the Codified
Ordinance of the City of the Village of Indian Hill regarding
municipal income tax
Passed a Resolution to declare that the owner’s maintenance of
7450 Drake Road, Parcel 6290-221-0034, has been neglected and
constitutes a public nuisance per Section 94 of the Indian Hill Code
of Ordinances and the Ohio Revised Code and declaring the
structure insecure. The City of the Village of Indian Hill Council
orders the owners to abate the nuisance within seven (7) days, and if
such nuisance is not abated within seven (7) days, Council
authorizes the City Manager to abate the nuisance and/or contract
the abatement and assess the cost to the property tax duplicate
Third Reading – Ordinance Amending Chapters 51, 92 and 150 of
the Code of Ordinances by amending the fire service and water
works regulations to meet the City of the Village of Indian Hill
standards for fire protection – Passed Non-Emergency Ordinance
(Effective January 1, 2016)
Announced the Public Hearing for the 2016 Appropriation Budget
Presentation – November 16, 2015.
PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
ACTIONS
October 20, 2015
Tabled – A var iance request by Jeffrey Betts at 6420
Miami Road was tabled for the construction of a detached
garage to the rear of the home on a non-conforming lot.
The applicant is requesting a variance to the side yard
setback and allowable impermeable surface.
Conditionally Approved – The Planning Commission
granted the approval of the Final Plat for Phase 2A Twin
Fences at Peterloon Subdivision. The Final Plan calls for
21.62 acres to be subdivided into seven building lots.
Phase 2A will be served by a dedicated public road that is
designed to align with the existing Stirrup Cup Drive and
extend approximately 1,220’.
Approved – A special exception request by Cincinnati
Country Day School at 6905 Given Road was approved
under the continuing jurisdiction of the Planning
Commission. The approval will allow for the placement
of special event banners that would be affixed to three
existing light poles.
Village of Indian Hill Public Meeting Dates
All meetings held in Council Chambers
November 2015
Recreation Commission 7:30 p.m. Nov. 2, 2015
Green Areas Advisory Comm 5:30 p.m. Nov. 4, 2015
Mayor’s Court/Council Meeting 6:00 p.m. Nov. 16, 2015
Planning Commission 7:00 p.m. Nov. 17, 2015
December 2015
Green Areas Advisory Comm 5:30 p.m. Dec. 2, 2015
Recreation Commission 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 2015
Mayor’s Court/Council Meeting 6:00 p.m. Dec. 14, 2015
Planning Commission 7:00 p.m. Dec. 15, 2015 COPY DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE
November 6, 2015
Notice of Public Hearing
There will be a public hearing on the "2016 Budget
Appropriations" at the November 16, 2015 Council meeting to
be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Village
Administration Building, 6525 Drake Road. Draft budget will
be available online 11/13/15 with the Council Agenda at
www.ihill.org.
The Village of Indian Hill, Ohio
by: Paul C. Riordan
Clerk/Comptroller
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 2
ARMSTRONG CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST
CHURCH
5125 Drake Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45243—561-4220
www.armstrongchapel.org
Greg Stover, Senior Pastor
Jim Nathan, Associate Pastor
Stanley Lawrence, Associate Pastor
Kyle Hazen, Pastor to Students
8:20 a.m. Traditional Worship in Old Chapel
9:40 a.m. Traditional Worship in Sanctuary
11:11 a.m. Contemporary Worship in Worship Ctr.
Adult Christian Education at 8:20, 9:40, 10:00
& 11:00
Student Christian Education at 9:40
Children’s Christian Education at 9:40 & 11:00
Nursery care provided at 9:40 & 11:00
Student Ministries on Wed. at 7:00 p.m.
THE INDIAN HILL CHURCH
Episcopal-Presbyterian
6000 Drake Road
Telephone: 561-6805
www.indianhillchurch.org
Rev. Stephen Caine, Presbyterian Minister
Rev. Heather Wiseman, Episcopal Interim Priest
Michelle VanOudenallen, Dir. of Youth Christian Ed
Jennifer Taylor, Dir. Of Children & Family Ministries
Worship Schedule: Sunday 8 am & 10:30 am
(Alternating Services: Episcopal/Presbyterian)
Nursery/Preschool care provided 10:30 am
Sunday School (K-7th grade) 10:30 am
Adult Ed Forum 9 am (Sept-May)
Open Table 9:30 am (Sept-May)
CINCINNATI FRIENDS MEETING 8075 Keller Road—791-0788
www.cincinnatifriends.org
SUNDAY:
Meeting for Worship 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Sunday School 11:00 a.m.
(Carry-in lunch every first Sunday of the month; busi-
ness meeting every second Sunday)
Nursery and childcare provided
SONRISE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8136 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
513-576-6000
www.sonrise-church.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SonRiseCommunityChurch
Twitter: @sonrisec
Contemporary Worship & K-6 Programs:
Sundays @ 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Childcare provided at both services
Jr. & Sr. High Sundays @ 6 p.m.
HORIZON COMMUNITY CHURCH 3950 Newtown Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45244
513-272-5800 www.horizoncc.com
“Yours to Explore”
Schedule of Sunday Services: 8:50 a.m. Equipping
Service, 10:00 a.m. & 11:10 a.m. Exploring Service
Separate programs offered for infants through high
school students
GREENACRES ARTS CENTER 8400 Blome Road, 45243
513-793-2787
AUDIT REVIEW COMMITTEE
Mayor Keith M. Rabenold
George M. Gibson Don Siekmann
Michael Sewell Paul C. Riordan
THE VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO OFFICIAL DIRECTORY
VILLAGE COUNCIL
6525 Drake Road
Keith M. Rabenold, Mayor
Molly R. Barber
Melissa S. Cowan
Daniel J. Feigelson
Mark D. Kuenning
Laura S. Raines
Abbot A. Thayer
VILLAGE STAFF
Dina C. Minneci, City Manager
Jonathan D. West, Assistant City Manager
Paul C. Riordan, Clerk/Compt.
Don Crain, Solicitor
Scott Gully, Finance Director / Tax Commissioner
561-6500
Chuck Schlie, Chief of Police
561-7000
911 (Emergency)
Jason Adkins, Superintendent Water Works & Public
Works Departments
831-3712
Rick Babcock, Manager/Park Ranger of Grand Valley
Preserve
979-6221
Steve Ashbrock, Fire Chief
561-7926 (Business)
911 (Fire call)
Tim Ingram, Health Commissioner
PLANNING COMMISSION
Paul F. Madden, Chairperson
Joe Rhodenbaugh
Rita Stolper
Abbot A. Thayer
Richard C. Wiggers
GREEN AREAS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE Mr. Michael Morgan, Chairperson
Mrs. Helene Bentley
Mrs. Helen Black
Mr. David Burleigh
Mr. Randy Cooper
Mrs. Sally Dessner
Mr. Scott Holzapfel
Mrs. Campbell Jolly
Mrs. Cynthia King
Mrs. Jenny Magro
Mrs. Wendy McAdams
Dr. Michael Morgan
Mrs. Elle Schiefer
Mr. Tre Sheldon
Mrs. Liz Tilton
Mrs. Casey Ward
STANLEY M. ROWE ARBORETUM 4600 Muchmore Road—561-5151
Christopher P. Daeger
GUN CLUB REPRESENTATIVE Richard Steuerwald, Range Supervisor 831-0994
Peter Tsipis, Asst Supervisor 831-0994
Thomas C. Rink, Village Representative
PERSONNEL ADVISORY &
APPEALS BOARD Kim Burke, Chairperson
Eric Holzapfel
George Glover
THE HEART CHURCH MINISTRIES
OF CAMP DENNISON
10048 Campbell St, Camp Dennison OH 45111
513-831-5659
Alfred B Winters Jr, Pastor
10:45 am Sunday Worship Service
7:00 pm Tues Night Bible Study & Perfecting Class
2:30 pm 1st Saturdays, Ministry of Love at Heartland
of Madeira Nursing Home
7:00 pm 4th Friday Men & Women Fellowship (please
call for Host/Hostess location for the month)
INDIAN HILL EXEMPTED
VILLAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION 6855 Drake Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45243
Mrs. Kim Lewis, President
Mr. Erik Lutz, Vice President
Dr. Eddie Hooker, Mrs. Elizabeth Johnston and
Mr. Tim Sharp
Dr. Mark T. Miles, Supt. 272-4500
Julie J. Toth, Clerk-Treas. 272-4522
Indian Hill High School 272-4550
Indian Hill Middle School 272-4642
Indian Hill Elementary School 272-4703
Indian Hill Primary School 272-4754
RECREATION COMMISSION John Blazic, Chairman 791-4718
Jack Alley, Program Coordinator 979-6212
www.ihrecsports.com
INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
891-1873
Mrs. Eric Holzapfel, President
Mr. Chip Hunter, Vice President
Mrs. Frank Welsh, Vice President
Mr. Edgar Cox, Secretary
Mr. James Barber, Treasurer
BULLETIN EDITOR Kari Zenni
All questions concerning copy of the
Bulletin should be directed to the Village office at
561-6500 or [email protected]
ST. GERTRUDE PARISH
Miami Ave. & Shawnee Run Rd.
Church 561-5954
School 561-8020
Religious Education 561-8369
www.stgertrude.org
Fr. Andre-Joseph LaCasse, O.P. Pastor
Sister Mary Aquinas, O.P. Principal
Shari Siebert, Dir. of Religious Education
Mass Schedule:
Daily: 7:00, 8:00 & 11:30 a.m.
Saturday: 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
12:30 & 6:00 p.m.
THE INDIAN HILL CLUB
SWIM & TENNIS
Dot Lane off Shawnee Run Road
Across from St. Gertrude, www.ihclub.com
INDIAN HILL WINTER CLUB
10005 Fletcher Road
Camp Dennison, OH 45111
513-576-9444
ihwinterclub.com
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 3
RANGER ALARM MONITORING CONVERSION DEADLINE:
DECEMBER 31, 2015
Over the past year, most of the alarms monitored by the Rangers have been converted from the Dangel system to the new
KoorsenNet system. The Dangel system will be retired December 31, 2015 and if you have an alarm system
monitored by the Rangers and the radio link in your system has not been converted, please contact your alarm company
to request this important upgrade. If you have any questions about this transition, please call the Village office at 561-
6500.
The Village of Indian Hill Veterans Committee will be holding its annual Veterans Day observance on Wednesday,
November 11, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. The ceremony will be held at the Veterans Memorial located at the corner of Shawnee
Run Road and Drake Road. This year’s event will honor not only all veterans, but three local heroes that are near and
dear to the heart of Indian Hill. During the observance, three granite benches will be engraved with the names of the
“Founding Fathers” of Indian Hill’s Veterans Memorial – Mr. Link Pavey (in Memoriam), Mr. Charles Stix and Mr. Art
Leonard.
These three gentleman fought for the rights of all citizens and the democratic principles of the United States during
World War II and the Cold War. As a way to honor all those who fought alongside them and all those who succeeded
them in the armed forces, Mr. Pavey, Mr. Stix and Mr. Leonard took their idea for a memorial to the Village. Their hard
work and perseverance paid off as the Veterans Memorial was dedicated at the Bird Sanctuary across from Stephan Field
on July 4, 2011.
The Village of Indian Hill wishes to express its appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Pavey, Mr. Stix and Mr. Leonard on
November 11, 2015. Please come and join us as we honor these gentleman and all those who served our country with
honor, pride and integrity.
VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE
AND HONORING OUR HOMETOWN HEROES
NOVEMBER 11, 2015
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 4
Halloween Safety
With Halloween coming up, here are some reminders and
general information about the holiday. The Village will
celebrate this fun filled evening for kids on
OCTOBER 31st from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
The Rangers would like to remind trick-or- treaters, their
parents and motorists of some important safety tips.
Plan and know the route that the children will be
walking
Be sure that young children are accompanied by an
adult or older teen
Only Trick-or-Treat during set times (6 p.m.-8 p.m.)
Stop only at familiar houses or homes that indicate
that they have treats, generally by having a porch light
on
Do not eat candy until it can be checked by an adult
Carry a flashlight and cell phone for visibility and to
contact emergency personnel if needed
If driving, be sure to drive slow and with caution
Motorists should watch for children who may be
walking in or crossing the road
The Rangers hope that everyone has a Safe and Happy
Halloween!!
Burglary – Don’t Be A Victim
On Thursday September 24, 2015 there were a
total of 9 burglaries in the Tri-State area, two of which
occurred in Indian Hill. The same crew, a ring from
Florida, spent two days in the Cincinnati area, committed
their crimes, and are now back home in Florida with a load
of jewelry. While they may be more organized than most
burglars, as homeowners there are several ways to protect
your home and property. Your first line of defense is
always your alarm, so please USE YOUR ALARM.
While it may an inconvenience to keep your alarm on
when you’re away, it is more of an inconvenience to
replace lost items and the peace of mind lost after being a
victim. An audible alarm will limit the burglar’s time in
the home and alert police to respond immediately. You
may also protect your jewelry and other valuables by
storing them in a safe that cannot be picked up and
removed from the home. Most burglars go right to the
master bedroom and closets, or the master bathroom,
because they know that is where 95% of people keep their
valuables. Store your jewelry in another part of your
house, where the burglar would never think to look.
Here is how it works. A burglar walks up to your door
and knocks. When you answer, he or she may say any of
the following:
Is this the Brown house? or Jones? or Smith?
Hi, I’m supposed to give you an estimate on gutters or
a new roof, or tree work or whatever…and you will
say, you must have the wrong house. They will
apologize and go on to their next target.
Sometimes they will actually solicit for work i.e. tree
cutting, landscaping, when their true intention is to see
if anyone is home.
Most of the time this type of encounter will not alert a
resident, as it seems to be an honest mistake. It is NOT!
If you hadn’t been home, you may well have found a
window or door glass smashed and items taken when you
do get back home.
In any of the above situations, we ask that you pay
attention to the vehicle and the person. If the person is
indeed a criminal, we will be looking for the car rather
than the person. A complete description of the car gives
officers the opportunity to find the suspects. While a
physical description of the person can be helpful, they will
most likely be in a vehicle by the time law enforcement is
involved. If you can safely take a photo of the vehicle
with your phone, that may make all the difference. This
doesn’t mean running after a car or putting yourself in
harm’s way. Your safety is always paramount.
Another point that must be addressed is reporting the
incident in a timely manner. We receive many calls about
suspicious persons and vehicles in the Village, hours,
days, and even weeks after it happens. There is nothing
we can do about a suspicious person walking around your
neighbor’s house three days after the fact. You must “trust
your gut”. If you think a person is suspicious you MUST
REPORT IT IMMEDIATELY for the Rangers to be able
to take effective action.
Now let’s address the worst case scenario. You have
been burglarized and most of your jewelry is missing.
While we thoroughly investigate all burglaries, random
burglaries are very difficult to solve. Random meaning
that the suspect(s) has no prior connection to the home or
homeowner. When these cases are solved, it is usually the
result of locating stolen property in a pawn shop. With
some preparation, you can take a few steps that will
greatly assist our investigation. Right now set a time to go
through all your jewelry and other items of value. Then
with your spouse, significant other, or whomever, take
CLOSE-UP photos of each individual item and create a
list for reference. Use your smart phone camera, as this
will make the pictures available to forward to us
immediately. In today’s digital age, we utilize our phones
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RANGER CHAT
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 5
and tablets at pawn shops and compare your missing items
with their inventory. The above applies to other items
such as collectibles, silver (pattern is important), coins,
and artwork. It is always advisable to make sure the most
valuable items have a fairly current appraisal and are
properly insured.
With all the above being said, we are not trying to
make you paranoid. Until you are a victim, all these
preventive measures seem extreme, but ask any of our
recent victims and I think they will say otherwise. The
hardest thing to get back after a break-in at your home is
peace of mind and the feeling of security you once had.
Unfortunately, these crimes are going to continue, and
proactive prevention on your part may save you and your
family a great deal of heartache. Please help us help you
and take action now, before it’s too late.
Capt. Mike Dressell
Criminal Investigations
(Continued from page 4)
Indian Hill Village has cleared the invasive
plants and created a new nature trail adjacent
to the Indian Hill Primary School at the
corner of Drake Rd. and South Clippinger
Dr. At the most recent monthly GAAC meeting the trail
was dedicated to Helen Black (Mrs. Robert L. Black, Jr.),
the village’s most dedicated advocate for the health of our
natural areas. Mrs. Black is a naturalist, environmentalist
and educator who has paved the way to awareness of
green areas health through her passion, knowledge and
dedication. She is a founding member of the GAAC,
which was originally named the Forest Preserve Council.
The beginning of the trail has a dedication sign situated
under a grand white oak tree, one of Helen’s favorite
native trees. When you visit, please take a few moments to
read the astounding list of contributions Helen has made
to this community, county, state and more! The trail can
be considered a new classroom to the schools for its
convenient location for teachers to get their students out
into nature!
GREEN AREAS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
NEW NATURE TRAIL DEDICATION
Twenty-one birders
arrived at Grand
Valley Preserve on a
beautiful Sunday
(October 4) at
9:00a.m., following a
very wet and cold
Friday & Saturday. Mike Kravitz
walked us around to the spots where
we would have the best vantage
points to see migrating and newly
arrived winter resident birds.
Equipped with spotting scopes and
binoculars the group enjoyed seeing a
nice variety of birds as well as
experiencing a picture perfect day at
the preserve!
SPECIES SEEN:
Belted Kingfisher
Turkey vulture
Osprey
Blue Jay
Palm Warbler
American Coot
Pie-billed Grebe
Canadian Goose
American Goldfinch
Northern Cardinal
Carolina Wren
Ring-necked Duck
Northern Flicker
Purple Martin
Chimney Swift
Red-tailed Hawk
Red-shouldered Hawk
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
White-crowned Sparrow
Carolina Chickadee
Downey Woodpecker
Killdeer
Coopers Hawk
Song Sparrow
European Starling
We hope interested residents and
guests can join us in April for the next
Green Areas Advisory Committee
sponsored Bird Walk at Grand Valley
Preserve.
BIRD WALK AT GRAND VALLEY PRESERVE
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 6
Donald P. Klekamp, a founding partner with Keating
Muething & Klekamp PLL (KMK Law) has been
selected as The Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation’s
Leader of Vision for 2015. Klekamp will be presented
with the award on Thursday, November 19, 2015, at
the Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI) Foundation’s “A
Feast for the Eyes,” a celebration of fine food, fine
wine, and fine art. The event will be held at the
Cincinnati Hilton Netherland Plaza Hall of Mirrors.
Klekamp is being recognized for his professional
accomplishments and his service to the Greater
Cincinnati community. He established the Donald P.
Klekamp Professorship of Law at the University of
Cincinnati College of Law. Klekamp also was
instrumental in providing funding for the acquisition
and remodeling of the Donald P. Klekamp Community
Law Center as the new location of the Legal Aid
Society, which provides legal services to the poor and
disadvantaged in a five-county area.
As a director of The CEI Foundation, Klekamp
supports the organization’s mission to provide eye
care to the most vulnerable in our community. Don
Klekamp’s older brother, Robert, became blind from
macular degeneration before his death, and Klekamp
views his service to The CEI Foundation as a way to
honor his brother’s memory while helping others.
Indian Hill resident Elizabeth “Libby” Simmons has been named to the 2015
Business Courier’s “Forty Under 40” Class. Libby is a partner at Dinsmore & Shohl
practicing in the Labor and Employment department. Prior to working at Dinsmore,
Libby worked as an assistant prosecuting attorney where she frequently prosecuted
felony cases involving children and special victims. Today, she pursues her passion
for working with young adults and teenagers by helping organizations that focus on
keeping at-risk youth on the right track, including Lighthouse Youth Services. The
Greater Cincinnati YWCA Career Women of Achievement previously named Libby
a “Rising Star” for her service.
Residents
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 7
On September 25, 2015, Dr. John Gennantonio, Dr.
Katie Stewart, Dr. Sarah Husted and the staff of Sea of
Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry, donated a morning of free
pediatric dental care totaling $19,772.00. For the 4th
year in a row, the dentists opened up their hearts and
their office to serve kids, who in some cases, have
never seen a dentist.
For the first time, Sea of Smiles partnered with
Advance Dentistry to participate in Cincy Care to
Share. Dr. John, Dr. Katie and Dr. Sarah’s goals were
to provide treatment and educate children and parents
on the importance of preventative dental care. “I feel
so fortunate to practice in our community. This is just
our small way of saying thank you. All of the doctors
and staff were so excited to be able to help those in
need,” said Dr. John Gennantonio.
The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati has hired Indian Hill resident Avi Ram as its
new Chief Operating Officer. Ram will oversee the development and
implementation of the Jewish Federation’s strategic plan, financial management,
operations, human resources, and information technology.
Ram graduated with a B.Sc. in industrial engineering and an MBA from Tel Aviv
University School of Business. As the first Israeli to serve on the Federation’s
management team, Ram will help the Federation multiply business activity between
Israel and Cincinnati. His management consulting background will assist him in
improving the Federation’s Shared Business Services, and his prior military
experience will enable him to plan future phases of the Jewish community’s security
initiative.
"After a career in international management consulting, I am excited to serve on the
management team of a non-profit that plays a crucial role in building and
coordinating the Jewish community here in our adopted hometown.” Ram said.
Residents
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 8
Greenacres Foundation is hosting a variety of events for
the upcoming Fresh from the Farm art show scheduled to
take place at the Greenacres Arts Center located at 8400
Blome Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243 from October 16 -
November 15. Come join our illustrators at Family Fall
Fest, listen to presentations by Guild members, or attend a
coffee & tea tasting event on November 14th from 9:00 -
11:00 am. Also, for those who are 21 and older, there is
an opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of the
art created by the Greenacres Artists Guild while sampling
and enjoying drinks and dinner by the bite. The tasting
tours will take place from 6:00 -9:00 pm on three different
dates during the art show: wine tasting will be on October
23th; craft beer tasting will take place on October 30th and
bourbon tasting on November 13th. “We are excited to
incorporate a coffee & tea tasting into this year’s art show
and provide attendees with a memorable experience,” said
Jennifer Hoban, Special Events Manager at Greenacres.
Enjoy your morning with a variety of coffee & teas from
Deeper Roots Coffee, La Terza Artisan Coffee Roasterie,
Trailhead Coffee and Roebling Point Books and Coffee!
All tastings are ticketed events; tickets are now available
for purchase at www.green-acres.org.
This year’s Fresh from the Farm art show will feature the
highest quality children’s book illustrations, sculptures,
and traditional artwork from members of the Greenacres
Artists Guild. The Greenacres Artists Guild is composed
of twenty-four gifted Cincinnati artists including John
Ruthven, Carl Samson, CF Payne, Will Hillenbrand, Gail
Morrison, Carolyn Manto, Kate Lackman, and others. As
many museums and public venues are leaning more
towards contemporary art, Greenacres provides a
picturesque venue for traditional art- something that is not
found anywhere else in the city of Cincinnati.
“The quality of the artwork to be displayed is truly
amazing and we are happy to offer the residents of our
area an opportunity to view such a wide array of
remarkable pieces,” said Greenacres President, Carter
Randolph. A portion of the proceeds from art purchased
throughout the show will benefit the Greenacres
Transportation Fund, which provides school buses for
children participating in Greenacres programs from
schools in challenged areas. Fresh from the Farm will be
on display at the Greenacres Arts Center located at 8400
Blome Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243 beginning October 16
- November 15 with gallery hours on Saturdays, and
Sundays.
VARIETY OF EVENTS FOR ALL AGES AT GREENACRES ART SHOW
The Indian Hill Episcopal Presbyterian Church is
seeking a Youth Director to lead and expand our existing
youth program. We are seeking someone who is passionate
about teens and the issues they face. This person must be able
to relate to them in classroom or group settings, on retreats or
mission trips, and in times of struggle as well as celebration.
We are seeking someone who can engage teens, walk with
them in their journey of faith, and encourage them to
participate in the life of the church.
This is a part-time job offering competitive pay and
benefits.
A full job description can be found on the Indian Hill
Church web site at http://www.indianhillchurch.org/job-
openings Interested candidates can submit any questions or
their resume to [email protected]
Or via standard mail at:
Youth Director Search Committee
Indian Hill Church
6000 Drake Rd.
Cincinnati, OH. 45243
Mariemont Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution
has been accepted as a Commemorative Partner in the
United States of American Vietnam War Commemoration
Program. In 2008 the National Defense Authorization Act
authorized the Secretary of Defense to conduct a program
to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.
Civilian organizations are invited to apply to the
Department of Defense to become partners and participate
in the program.
The purpose of the program is to "assist a grateful nation"
in thanking and honoring our Vietnam Veterans and their
families with primary emphasis on activities during the
2015 to 2017 time period. Mariemont Chapter will be
planning and conducting events and activities that
recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam
Veterans and their families beginning with recognizing a
group of regional veterans at the November meeting at
Armstrong Chapel, and progressing to additional
recognition activities throughout the next two years. To
find out more about Mariemont DAR or the Vietnam
Commemorative Program, please contact Regent Jan
Mauch at 793-2966.
MARIEMONT DAR MEETS AT ARMSTRONG CHAPEL
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 9
CINCINNATI COUNTRY DAY SENIORS NAMED COMMENDED STUDENTS
Eight Cincinnati Country Day School eighth-grade girls,
including Leila Khan of Indian Hill, volunteered as
hostesses for The Pink Ribbon Luncheon on Oct. 8.
More than 1,600 people attended the event at Duke
Energy Convention Center, where they heard keynote
speaker, “Good Morning America” anchor Robin
Roberts, a breast cancer survivor.
The annual October fundraiser supports the Chris
Collinsworth ProScan Fund’s Pink Ribbon Programs,
which fight breast cancer by providing education, support
and early detection services, including free
mammograms, to the community.
Cincinnati Country Day School
eighth-graders volunteering as
hostesses for the Pink Ribbon
Luncheon are, from left, Alexia
Otchere, Natalie de Beer,
Baptistine Bonniol, Lilly
Reisenfeld, Leila Khan,
Jaiyenan English, Melissa
Bornovali, and Hannah Huang.
(Photo by Susie Lewis)
Cincinnati Country Day School was well represented at the Pink
Ribbon Luncheon. From left are parent Irene Zalants, student
Baptistine Bonniol, parent Susan Wright, former Board of Trustees
member Robin Sheakley, and student Lilly Reisenfeld. (Photo by Susie
Lewis)
CCDS EIGHTH-GRADERS VOLUNTEER AT PINK RIBBON LUNCHEON
Eighteen Cincinnati Country Day students, 27 percent of
the Class of 2016, have been recognized by the National
Merit Scholarship Corporation for their academic talent.
Thirteen seniors have been named Commended Students
in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program.
The following Indian Hill students each will receive a
Letter of Commendation from the school and National
Merit Scholarship Corporation, which conducts the
program: Trisha Atluri, Sean O’Brien and Charlie Sukin.
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the
nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic
promise. Commended Students placed among the top 5%
of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2016
competition by taking the 2014 Preliminary SAT/National
Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
Last month, Country Day announced it has five National
Merit semifinalists who scored among the top 1%. They
are: Nathan Albrink, Margaret Hodson, Sam Jenkins,
Zhaoyu (Joe) Lou and Cameron Stewart.
Class of 2016 National Merit Commended Students are, front from left,
Nathan Grant, Kendall Smith, Ben Paff, Sean O’Brien and J’Quaan
Waite. Back, from left, are Trisha Atluri, Maggie Bernish, George
Crowley, Max Luebbers, Caroline Retzios, Sidd Jejurikar, Ian Hayes
and Charlie Sukin.
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 10
HOLIDAY MARKET MAKES GIFT GIVING EVEN
MORE SPECIAL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Every year, Indian Hill Primary School’s PTO hosts a
Holiday Market, allowing young children the chance to
purchase gifts “on their own,” making gift giving even
more special.
“We have a wide variety of items appropriate for parents,
siblings, grandparents, friends – even pet,” explains
Arrianna Sacks, the Primary School parent taking on the
challenge of organizing this year’s event. “High and
Middle Schoolers dress up as elves and take the little ones
around, helping them buy their presents and stay within
their budget.”
The event is appropriate for children as young as three, up
to about 5th grade. Gifts range from 40¢ to $15. “Usually,
parents put their child’s money in an envelope, then write
on the front who they’d like presents for,” Arrianna
continues. There is also a gift-wrapping station so children
may leave all ready to go for the holidays!
The event is a wonderful lesson in economics for children,
who “have to figure out what’s really important, and how
to make good choices,” she explains. “Kids love to buy
things like mugs that say ‘Best Grandpa Ever,’ and then
they see that they may have less to spend on their sister.”
It’s also a way for older children not only to earn service
hours, but to learn how to teach and work with younger
ones. In the five hours of the event, approximately 60
students will serve as elves.
The event is open to any student in the Indian Hill School
District, whether they attend Indian Hill or not. It runs
from 9 am – 2 pm on Saturday, December 5, at Indian Hill
Primary School, 6207 Drake Rd. (See photos on page 11)
IHHS MARKETING STUDENTS LEARN FROM LOCAL EXPERT
Indian Hill High School DECA (marketing) students got a
taste of real-life marketing this week when local
consultant John Fox of John Fox Marketing Research
visited classes to explain how marketing research is used
and what skills are necessary for a successful researcher.
Using real-life studies completed with companies such as
Frisch’s, Starbucks, Whole Foods, and local school
districts, he described the different types of research,
where each is appropriate, and the basic process for
implementing a research study.
“I’m a marketer in research clothing,” he started his
presentation, describing that solid marketing research is
key to helping companies, brands, even school districts
and municipalities, make the best decisions possible.
He also discussed the difference between “textbook” and
“practical” research, explaining that real world needs
sometimes trump what is taught as “standard” research
technique.
John also stressed that “marketing is marketing,”
regardless of the category: “You don’t need to have
category experience to work in that area,” he believes.
“With good marketing (including research), the product
matters less than with bad marketing/no research.”
This presentation was especially timely given students are
working with a local BBQ restaurant, Just Q’in in
Newtown, that is looking to expand to a second store.
“Students are working on ideas for communicating the
focus of the restaurant, ideas for the second store opening,
how to pull more business from the Anderson area,
creating a SWOT analysis, developing concepts for a first-
time customer experience, and more,” explains Susan
Schonauer, a DECA teacher along with Phil Said. “They
will present their ideas next week and hopefully the
owners will find their work helpful.”
Some students will also complete research projects for the
DECA competition second semester, or do research
projects as part of larger independent studies. In fact,
Hannah Kaplan and Otto Ackermann, two seniors, are
completing some basic research, including one-on-one
interviews and surveys, with principals and students in
Indian
Hill as part
of a district-
wide project
they hope to
implement.
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 11
IHHS junior Alex Pregel has been involved with theatre
sound design since the age of 8, when he started out with
East Side Players in Blue Ash. “In sixth grade, I got
involved with Indian Hill’s plays and musicals,” he
explains. And just a few short years later, Alex is single-
handedly designing and implementing the sound plan for
the IHHS fall play, “The Musical Comedy Murders of
1940.”
Last year, says Theatre Manager Kyle Himsworth, “Alex
and I designed the sound for all three shows together. This
year, he is more than capable of doing it all on his own. In
fact, he is doing work you wouldn’t expect from a high
school student – he’s at the level of a junior or senior in
college.”
Alex’s responsibility is, in his words, “to create all the
sound effects to help the plot seem realistic, to give the
audience the most from the play.” He says there is a
musical backdrop as well, and as an accomplished
musician (he plays the trombone), he has written the music
for it.
“One of Alex’s unique characteristics is he is not only an
amazing sound designer,” Kyle continues, “he’s also a
fantastic composer. Usually people can do one or the other
well, but Alex has strong skills in both.”
The music is created mostly digitally, as are the other cues.
They are then programmed into the theatre system to make
it easy for the person running the light & sound board
during the performance to know exactly what goes where,
and how it needs to be set up. It takes a lot to learn the
system, and even more to know it well enough to design
the sound on your own.
“It’s great having someone as knowledgeable as Kyle,”
asserts Alex. “I’m learning a lot from him. I meet with
Mrs. Arber, too – she has a great knowledge of the theatre,
and she’s really open to new ideas.”
IHHS JUNIOR SINGLE-HANDEDLY DESIGNS
SOUND FOR THIS YEAR’S FALL PLAY
Indian Hill
Primary School’s
PTO hosts annual
Holiday Market
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 12
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October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 13
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IMAGES
...THEN AND NOW
From the Indian Hill Historical Society
The History of the Camp Dennison Memorial Park Recreational parks cover 120 acres in eight locations within Indian Hill. Additionally there are two parks and Grand
Valley Preserve located in Camp Dennison, the Symmes Township hamlet adjacent to the Village. The Camp Dennison
Memorial Park is popular with sports teams and nature lovers.
In 1960 the Village acquired a 99 year lease on 75 acres of land along the banks of the Little Miami River, east of
State Route 126, and north of the intersection with Kugler Mill Rd. The deed also conveyed an easement of access for
the Crescent Nook Fishing Club (Columbus, OH) which apparently had excursions to the Little Miami circa 1910, but is
now defunct. The $32,000 purchase was consistent with the belief at that time that Indian Hill should protect itself from
city encroachment by establishing a green area around the Village.
Until the late 1990s, the land remained agricultural. As sports programs for Indian Hill
youths expanded, the need for additional fields became evident. The facilities at Livingston
Lodge and Stephan Field were heavily used both fall and spring. The property in Camp
Dennison was relatively flat, so it was ideal for the development of new recreational fields. The
site had historic significance. It was here that the Waldschmidt settlers established their mill
and community in the late 1700s; and in the 1860s, Union soldiers used it as a training ground
during the Civil War.
The Village engaged Savage Walker & Associates to prepare a preliminary concept plan in 1996 and held public
meetings for anyone interested in the project. Input was received from the Recreation Commission, the Camp Dennison
Civic League and the D.A.R. Because of concerns that the park might become a teenage hangout, changes were made
in the drawings. Dugouts were eliminated from the baseball fields; the service building had only one light at night; a
proposed basketball court was shelved; and the walking trail was modified so that pedestrians would be visible at all
times. The revised master plan contained 3 baseball/softball fields, 3 soccer fields, a one mile loop shaped walking path,
a new access road on State Route 126 with an extra lane for turning, and a 200 car parking lot. The fields were designed
with the possibility that they could be rotated which created extra space on the sidelines. The Public Works Department
installed a playground for children aged 3-9 in 1997. This was located next to the restroom/storage building. And still
there was additional space in the park in case there was a need for expansion in future years.
Weather and site situations influenced the project. Jeffrey Allen Corporation was the contractor. Extremely wet
conditions during the fall of 1996 slowed work at the facility and the soil, which was mostly silt, had to be compacted
carefully. Weeds permeated the asphalt on the walking trail and that needed remediation. The lawn needed to be
reseeded. The park opened for soccer mid-September 1997. A formal dedication took place May 23, 1998. Softball,
baseball and soccer games were played and refreshments were served. Mayor Steve Black’s remarks focused on the rich
history of the area, and how the name of the park reflected the community and its past.
For several years, Village staff worked on landscaping, which included planting 130 trees and 30 shrubs.
Fifteen benches were installed and spectator grandstands were added, as were trash receptacles and signage.
In 2002, Phase II commenced. A triple use field was created – large enough and flexible enough for soccer,
football, or lacrosse. Because the new field was south of the parking lot and across a stream, a pedestrian
bridge was built. Grading near the new field created an additional area for practice.
Currently there are 6 lacrosse fields and 3 baseball fields. The 18 year old park is open from dawn to one
hour after sunset. The Public Works Department maintains the park. It is the largest of all the Village parks,
and is the most heavily used. It has several memorial trees, a memorial bench, and a Veteran’s Memorial for
Michael “Red” Weaver, a Camp Dennison native who died in Vietnam. Visitors and residents enjoy the Camp
Dennison Memorial Park because of its spacious nature and the variety of outdoor recreational opportunities it
offers.
Buckingham Lodge 1861
October 28, 2015—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 15
INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Cuba Lost and Found with Ed Neyra On a beautiful Sunday afternoon in September, Ed Neyra told the thrilling and emotional story of his early life in
Cuba, his relocation to America during the Castro regime before the Cuban Missile Crisis, and emotional return to
Cuba for a reunion with family and friends. This incredible journey is the subject of his book Cuba Lost & Found .
Ed was 11 years old when his parents decided that their children needed to
leave Cuba. They were able to leave as part of a secret operation that
relocated 14,000 children to the United States. He settled in Cincinnati with a
family friend who took in Ed, his sister and cousin. Three years passed
before Ed’s parents were able to leave Cuba and join their children in
Cincinnati.
From a personal perspective, Ed discussed Fidel & Raul Castros’ rise to
power, their association with Che Guevara, and impact on Cuban lives and
livelihoods.
Chairpersons Lois Rust and Mark Tullis planned this fascinating
presentation and dinner. A Cuban themed dinner was served on the lawn
under tents of the Little Red Schoolhouse. Eppa Rixey grilled a zesty pork
loin along with a delicious mix of red beans, rice and shrimp and corn salad.
Spanish themed cookies topped off this delectable meal. All attendees enjoyed the wonderful food, the entertaining
and informative speaker, and the beautiful outdoor setting on the Schoolhouse lawn.
Chairpersons Mark Tullis & Lois Rust
with speaker Ed Neyra.
John Ruthven and The Search for the Ivory Billed
Woodpecker A capacity crowd of 130 attended The Search for the Ivory-Billed
Woodpecker program at Livingston Lodge. John Ruthven, nature artist
and conservationist, delighted the audience with tales of his expeditions
to the swamps of Arkansas and Florida as he attempted to photograph
the largest of the North American woodpeckers. The possibly extinct
Ivory-Billed Woodpecker was called the “Lord God Bird” because when
people saw it, they’d be so amazed, they’d exclaim, “Lord God!” It has
been painted by James John Audubon, as well as by John Ruthven. It is
considered the “Holy Grail” by ornithologists. A delicious buffet dinner
followed by a chorus of “Happy Birthday” to John by all the guests
concluded a memorable evening.
Some tidbits from the program include:
The secret project to corroborate the 2004 sighting of the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker was named “Elvis”, as if
found, it would have been the equivalent of finding Elvis Presley alive.
John Ruthven, self described “starving artist” after World War II, put a sign in his first shop saying “I paint
everything and anything”. His first commission was for the product Play Doh™. He created the Play Doh boy.
A recent Ruthven project was the mural of “Martha”, depicting the extinct passenger pigeon who died at the
Cincinnati Zoo in 1914. The mural, which John and Artworks’ students painted, can be seen at 15 E. 8th St.
The Inside Scoop on Soap Opera and Procter & Gamble with Pat Gentile, former manager of Procter & Gamble Productions
Sunday, November 15th, 4:30pm, Little Red Schoolhouse
Reservations by Thursday, November 12th: 891-1873 or [email protected]
Members $40 Non-Members $50 Dinner Included
Mail Checks to 8100 Given Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45243
Ed Jacobs, Terry Quin, Chairperson Judith
Affatato, John Ruthven and Susan Holzapfel
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