City recognizing beautification efforts
Ah the smell of summer, I mean spring, no what I really mean is summer… what a way to kick off May here in Ohio with a rollercoaster of seasons.
First, I’d like to extend a big congratulations to all of our graduating seniors. You all have so much to celebrate this year. Congratulations class of 2022!
As I have been driving around town, it’s easy to see that our wonderful residents have been mowing lawns, pruning bushes and trees, and preparing gardens for planting. What a perfect time to remind everyone that the Huber Heights Arts & Beautification Commission is recognizing residents and businesses who make Huber Heights a beautiful place to live, work, and play.
To nominate an address of someone in the community who is beautifying our community, please send an email to hhaandb@gmail.com by 5 p.m. July 8. This contest is open to homes or businesses located in Huber Heights.
This is also a great time to remind everyone to keep grass clippings out of the street and the city’s storm drains. Grass clippings, leaves and other lawn debris can clog storm drains, resulting in street and private property flooding. Also, storm drains flow directly to local waterways untreated. Grass clippings add unnecessary nutrients, which help feed harmful algae blooms.
In addition to environmental harm, you may be creating a safety hazard. When blown into the street, clippings can create a slippery and dangerous surface for traveling motorcyclists and bicyclists. Using a mulching mower puts clippings back into the turf and keeps the nutrients where they belong. Should you choose to use a discharging mower, please be sure to point the blower toward your property (away from the street) to prevent clippings from leaving the lawn.
Also, I want to remind everyone that all city council actions are posted on the city website at www.hhoh.org under the Government tab > Council > Council Actions. Here you will be able to quickly see and read all recommended actions from the work sessions and the subsequent action taken at the council meetings. My intent for this is to provide residents a place where you can to stay up to date on all legislative agenda items.
As always, I encourage everyone to attend out meetings in person or tune in to Board and Commission meetings, City Council 1work sessions, and City Council meetings through the “Watch Live” feature at www.hhoh.org. By engaging this way, it not only helps you to stay up to date with what is happening in our wonderful city, but it can provide you an opportunity to provide feedback, voice your concerns, and gain valuable insight into decision making processes that impact the entire community.