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Oakwood Avenue project to feature big changes

The city will complete a significant roadway safety improvement project on Oakwood Avenue between Far Hills Avenue and Irving Avenue/Springhouse Road.  The primary purpose of the project is to clearly establish the roadway as a single traffic lane in each direction.  The improvements are also expected to enhance the residential character of the area and to reduce traffic speeds.  Work will include removing the existing asphalt pavement and resurfacing the on-street parking area with clay pavers and the roadway with asphalt.  Additionally, three center median islands will be constructed as will green space “bump-outs” at several intersection locations.  These curbed bump-outs will differentiate between on-street parking areas and the traffic lanes, and will provide opportunities for increased lawn and landscape areas.  Shown below are renderings depicting the new roadway design.  The city will also install a safety railing along the sidewalk on the east side of Oakwood Avenue from Far Hills Avenue to Schenck Avenue.  The project is estimated to cost approximately $450,000 with $150,000 being reimbursed through a State of Ohio Issue 2 grant.

Questions about this project should be directed to Director of Engineering and Public Works Kevin Weaver or Engineering Technician/Construction Inspector Bart Bornhorst at 298-0777.  

Submitted by:  Norbert S. Klopsch, City Manager

Public Safety Volunteers sought

Chief Alexander Bebris has unveiled a new civilian volunteer program for the Oakwood Safety Department. This new program will give persons interested in volunteering time and services to the city opportunities that will supplement and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Safety Department.

“Partnerships with the community are essential to provide the best possible services to the citizens of Oakwood,” said Chief Bebris. “We see this new civilian volunteer program as one more way to enhance our community-based strategies. In
their hearts, I think people want to do good things and to get involved.”

Minimum requirements to be part of this program include: being at least 18 years of age, be free of any criminal convictions; be willing to volunteer a minimum of eight hours per month; and be motivated and enthusiastic.

If interested in becoming a Public Safety Volunteer, pick up a preliminary application at the front counter of the Public Safety Department (30 Park Avenue) and plan on attending an organizational meeting for the program on Tuesday, July 17 at 7 p.m.

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