Montgomery
Vicemayor receives national honor
Kettering Vice Mayor Robert Scott was named a member of the AAPC’s 2017 Class of 40 under 40.
Scott, along with 39 others were recognized as the “best and brightest young professionals working in the United States” by the American Association of Political Consultants, a bipartisan network of business professionals.
“We are delighted towelcome our class of 2017—40 exceptional individuals who have made an impact in the political industry and their communities early in their careers,” said AAPC President Mark Mellman in a statement. “We are excited to honor this class at a special event sponsored by Facebook, a fitting partner who exemplifies the same spirit of innovation as our distinguished Award winners.”
Scott is the founder of the Dayton Tea Party, former Montgom-ery County Republican Party Chair and a 2000 graduate of Kettering Fairmont High School. He also was a deputy campaign manager for President Donald Trump’s campaign in Ohio.
Selected from more than 200 nominations, the winners will be recognized at an awards ceremony, courtesy of Facebook, during the 2017 Pollie Awards & Conference inHuntington Beach, Calif. on Tuesday, March 14.
City hiringforpublic worksdepartment
The city of Vandalia is accepting applications for a public works technician. Technicians are responsible for all aspects of the public works construction and maintenance, including streets, curbs, sidewalks, water, sewer and storm infrastructure.
Technicians also plow snow, mowgrass, openandclose graves, leaf and trash collection, painting and installation of traffic markings and devices.
Applicantsmust be 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma or GED, and demonstrate 1-2 recent years of experience in outdoor work, vehicle and equipment operation, and heavy labor for extended periods.
Work will include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnights and overtime.
Candidates with a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement or those will publicworks experience will be considered first.
Also, candidatesmust obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within six months of appointment. Due to occasional emergency call-out, selected candidates must reside in Montgomery County or a neighboring county.
Candidates will undergo interviews, extensive background checks, and a DOT physical and drug screen. Starting rate if $17 per hour with additional fringe benefits.
Applications areavailable online atwww.vandaliaohio.org. Deadline to apply is Monday, March 6 at 5 p.m.
Course boosts youth baby sitting skills
The Vandalia Recreation Center is hosting a class to teach children in fifth through eight grades how to become better babysitters.
The class, taking place on SaturdaysMarch 4 and 11 at the Vandalia Senior Citizen Center, 21 Tionda Road from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., will teach children multiple aspects of becoming a better babysitter. Skills taught will include Rights of a Babysitter, basic first aid, CPR for toddlers andinfants, andappropriate activities for children. There will also be instruction on changing diapers and how to feed a toddler and infant.
The class size will require a minimum of five with a maximum of 25, and registration is required. The fee is $75 for residents and VRC members, and $90 for non-residents.
To contact the Vandalia Recreation Center, call 937-415-2340.
DPS holding special board meeting tonight
The school board will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m., today in the Media Center located at Meadowdale High School, 3873 Whitestone Court.
The board is expected to go into executive session to discuss personnel matters and negotiations. Additionally, the board may choose to vote on recommendations from the superintendent and/or treasurer.
Registration open for Dragons 5K
Registration is open for the 7th Annual Dragons 5K at Fifth Third Field to be held on Saturday, July 15.
All race participants will receive four lawn tickets to a Dragons game, Dragons 5K T-shirt, Dragons hat, and entry to the postrace party inside Fifth ThirdField.
Those who register by March 3 will receive a bonus of two stadium seat tickets to a game in April or May.
Registration is $25 in advance, $30 after July 9. Those age 17 and younger can register for $15.
For more information or to register, go to www.daytondragons/dragons5k.
Conservancy district holding plant, treesale
Orders are being accepted through March 13 for the Montgomery Soil & Water Conservation District’s annual tree and plant sale.
Forms for ordering are available at the SWCD office, 10025 Amity Road, Brookville or online atwww.MontgomerySWCD.org.
Orders can also be placed through PayPal from the link on SWCD website.
Orders can be picked up from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. April 6 and 7, at SWCD’s office.