The Village of Marble Cliff

The Village has a Mayor/Council form of government with a Fiscal Officer and a six-member council. Village funding is generated by a 2% income tax on employees and businesses in the community. It is administered for the Village by the City of Columbus and tax regulations are available in the Village Hall. Marble Cliff contracts for the services of the Village Solicitor and Village Engineer. Located within the Grandview Heights School District, the Village has agreements with the City of Grandview for police and fire protection, recreational facilities and services, and refuse and maintenance services. The Village of Marble Cliff is a part of the Grandview Heights Public Library System.

Title	Name	Term Ends*	Telephone
Mayor	Kent E. Studebaker	12/31/11	486-6993
Fiscal Officer	Cynthia A. McKay	Appointed	486-6993
Council President	David T. Roark	12/31/13	487-1970
Council Members	Matthew P. Cincione	12/31/13	487-1096
	John F Kukura III	12/31/13	488-1398
	Linda J. Siefkas	12/31/13	486-3100
	Robert W. Sterneker	12/31/11	806-5093
	Kendy A. Troiano	12/31/11	486-7623

Administrative Assistant	William C. Johannes 486-6993
Solicitor	Mitchell H. Banchefsky
Engineer	Louis McFarland

* The terms of all elected officials are for four (4) years

VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETINGS: All residents are welcome to attend Council meetings, held at 7:00 PM on the third (3rd) Monday of each month (except for Holidays) at the Village Hall, 1600 Fernwood Ave. The meeting agenda and exact time are posted at Village Hall and on the Village website by the Friday before each meeting.

COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Regular Council meeting of Monday, August 16, 2010 7:00 P.M.

MINUTES OF July 19 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

PUBLIC NOTICES- MOSQUITO SPRAYING SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, SEPT. 2 (added 9-1-10)
Through our weekly trapping and testing program, additional pools of mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been identified in the Clinton and Sharon Townships as well as Gahanna, Grandview Heights, and Hilliard. This brings the total number of positive pools in Franklin County this season to 37 (this does not include the City of Columbus). The Franklin County Board of Health will be spraying the following areas this week:

Thursday, September 2

Gahanna - Northern section

Grandview Heights

Marble Cliff

Hilliard - Southern section

Norwich Twp – Timberbrook subdivision only

All spraying will begin at 8:30 p.m. (weather permitting).

Maps of the exact areas that will be sprayed can be found on our web site at www.franklincountyohio.gov/health. Information about the areas being sprayed is also available by calling (614) 462-BITE (2483).

It is not unexpected to see West Nile virus in mosquitoes within our community at this time of year, it has been present for many years. The last human case of West Nile virus in Franklin County was reported in 2006.

For your safety and the safety of our operators do not approach or walk up to a spray truck. If you are in your car do not follow a spray truck when it is operating. If you are in a vehicle, raise the windows, turn on the air conditioning (on recirculation mode), and wait for the truck to pass or find an alternate route. Be advised that you may also want to remain indoors with the windows closed when spraying is taking place (if possible). Typically, windows can be reopened within 30 minutes after our trucks have passed.

For more information on mosquitoes and the West Nile Virus visit www.franklincountyohio.gov/health. Residents can also call (614) 462-BITE (2483) or the web site to report problem areas in their community. Residents of Columbus should call 311.

YARD WASTE PICKUP CHANGED FOR LABOR DAY WEEK (added 8-30-10) For the week of Labor Day, Monday September 6, yard waste will picked up on TUESDAY (September 7) rather than Monday. Recycling and refuse collection remain on schedule for Friday.

TRIMMING OF TREES AND SHRUBBERY (ADDED 8-25-10) To maintain a safe Village, residents and property owners are reminded that Village code requires them to trim all trees and shrubbery that overhang a public street, sidewalk, or alley. This includes trees and shrubs planted between the sidewalk and street. Tree branches are to be trimmed to a minimum clearance above ground of ten feet over sidewalks and 12 feet over streets. Shrubs are to be trimmed so that no foliage overhangs the sidewalk or street.

VILLAGE MOSQUITO CONTROL (updated 7-26-10) The Village annually contracts with the Franklin County Board of Health for health services, including mosquito control. Here is information from the Franklin County Board of Health about its mosquito program:
• Thirty-eight mosquito traps are set weekly throughout the county to identify and monitor disease carrying
mosquitoes.
• The mosquitoes in each trap are identified and grouped into pools of fifty. Based on historical data and/
or high trap counts, some mosquito pools are RAMP (Rapid Analyte Measurement Platform) tested in our
facility to give us quick WNV results.
• All mosquito pools are then sent to the Ohio Department of Health Laboratory for WNV testing and verification.
• Staff also works to eliminate standing water or will treat standing water with larvicide (to prevent larvae from hatching).
• Spraying will be determined and scheduled based on the number of disease carrying mosquitoes and/or the presence of WNV identified through trap data.

Where can I find more information about mosquitoes and the WNV?

Visit www.franklincountyohio.gov/health. You can also call (614) 462-BITE (2483) to report problem areas in
your community. Residents are encouraged to visit the web site often for spray schedules and maps. Other
mosquito information including trap and testing data are also posted there.

When and why do you spray for mosquitoes?

Spraying will be scheduled based on the number of disease carrying mosquitoes and/or the presence of WNV
identified through trap data. Check the Franklin County Board of Health web site (www.franklincountyohio.
gov/health) for a schedule of when and where spraying will occur. A detailed map of spray areas will be posted.

Should I be worried there is WNV in our community?

It is not unexpected to see WNV in mosquitoes in our community. WNV has been present for many years and
historically begins to show up every June or July.

How can I protect myself and my family from WNV?

• Wear insect repellant containing DEET (follow package directions)
• Limit outdoor activity at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active
• Eliminate all standing water around your home (mosquitoes breed in water and it doesn’t take much)

How do people get sick from WNV?

WNV can be transmitted to people through the bite of an infected mosquito.

What are the symptoms of WNV?

It can cause encephalitis (inflammation on of the brain). Symptoms include mild fever, headache and body aches,
often with skin rash and swollen lymph glands. In some individuals, especially adults over 50 and those with
compromised immune systems, WNV can cause serious illness that affects brain tissue. Less than 1% of people
bitten by an infected mosquito will become severely ill.

How many human cases of WNV have we seen in recent years?

The last human case of WNV in Franklin County was reported in 2006 and there was only one that year. No
cases have been reported from 2007 and to date in 2010.

What type of chemical does the Franklin County Board of Health use to spray?

For information on what type of chemical is used, visit our web site at www.franklincountyohio.gov/health.
Licensed and trained staff apply the pesticides which are intended specifically for mosquito control. The chemicals are registered with the U.S. EPA and Ohio Department of Agriculture, and are applied according to federal and state laws. FCBH operates ultra-low-volume spray machines that are computer controlled and calibrated to apply extremely small amounts of pesticide over large areas.

Do you have any other information about spraying and the environment?

The chemicals used by the Franklin County Board of Health do not persist in the environment; they break down
within hours in water, are destroyed rapidly by light and will decompose when exposed to air. The morning after an application, the amount of residual pesticide on exterior surfaces will be negligible.

To reduce your exposure during spraying, you can take the following precautionary steps:
• Remain indoors with windows closed when spraying is taking place, if possible.
• Bring laundry and toys indoors before spraying begins. Wash with soap and water if exposed to pesticides
during spraying.
• Bring your pets indoors. Cover ornamental fishponds during spray hours to avoid direct exposure.
• Outdoor tables, furniture, toys and play equipment can be covered or can be rinsed off with water following the application, but it is not necessary.
• Wash exposed skin surfaces with soap and water if you come in contact with pesticides.
• Wash any exposed fruits and vegetables with water before storing, cooking or eating.
• Wait about one hour before allowing children to play in areas that have been sprayed.
• For your safety and the safety of our operators do not approach or follow a spray truck when it is operating. If you are in a vehicle, please try to find an alternate route.

There is no need to relocate during spraying. Consult your physician if you have specific medical concerns
regarding the spraying.

What if I don’t want my property sprayed?

The Franklin County Board of Health maintains a “do not spray” registry of residents who request a limited
shut off of mosquito spraying. FCBH will make a good faith effort to shut off truck-mounted aerosol equipment
within 150 feet of a registered property. This registry will be rendered inactive if the Health Commissioner
declares a public health emergency where treatment is indicated. In the event of a public health emergency
FCBH will attempt to telephone members of the registry prior to treatment of their property. To request to be
added to the “do not spray” registry visit www.franklincountyohio.gov/health or call (614) 462-BITE.

MOBILE STORAGE UNITS ARE REGULATED (added 7-21-10) Mobile storage containers are permitted in any residential area within the Village for a maximum of 72 hours. The Mayor is authorized to issue a permit extending the time period not to exceed 30 days. The permit is not renewable.

FALCO SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS (added 6-8-10) The Paul J. Falco Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce that it has awarded scholarships for 2010 to five (5) Marble Cliff students. The awarding of scholarships was based on scholastic achievement, character, extra-curricular activities, and service to school and community. Paul J. Falco Scholarships were awarded to the following Marble Cliff students: Paige Lachey, Kyle Ellis, Elizabeth Steen, Carson Dull and Eric Dull.

The scholarship was endowed by the late Paul J. Falco, who served as mayor of the Village of Marble Cliff for 36 years, and is annually awarded to a resident student, or students, based on outstanding scholastic and leadership qualities. Mayor Falco was an ardent supporter of the village and its residents. It is through the generosity of the late Mayor Falco and his spouse, Bobbie Hall Falco, that these awards can be made.

To be eligible for consideration, a student must be a resident of the Village of Marble Cliff for at least one year, in high school and must have a 3.0 grade point average or better. The scholarship committee applauds these students for their achievements, stated Jack Kukura, chair of the scholarship committee. “It is very impressive that a community the size of Marble Cliff can boast of so many talented youth as residents. We are honored to be able to assist in furthering their education.”

VILLAGE COMMUNICATION TOOL AVAILABLE TO BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS
(updated 6-11-10)
Do you want to get the latest information from the Village? Here’s how:

Go to www.grandviewheights.org/list.aspx
Fill in e-mail information
Check the Marble Cliff information box
Hit subscribe

After signing up, important Village information will be e-mailed to your computer or phone. The service is voluntary and controlled by you. Your e-mail address will be kept confidential and will not be sold, disclosed to others or used for unsolicited mass mailings (spam).

REPORTING SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOWS (added 9-16-09) The Village of Marble Cliff has established a procedure for the reporting of possible sanitary sewer overflows. If you believe a sanitary sewer overflow may have occurred or is occurring, please call the Village Hall at 486-6993 or Grandview Heights Service Department at 488-4728.

RESIDENTS ARE REMINDED OF YARD SIGN ORDINANCE (ADDED 8-6-09)
The Marble Cliff sign ordinance is highly restrictive in order to insure and maintain the residential character of our neighborhood. Village Code permits the following signs to be displayed in the R-1 Residential District:
               House for sale, Open House, or Lease/Rent signs
               Political signs
               Numerical address signs
               Student achievement signs

Code DOES NOT permit display of any other kind of sign, including those of:
              Businesses
              For-profit and charitable/non-profit organizations
              Schools and churches

If a resident wishes to display a prohibited sign for no more than 60 days, a temporary sign permit application must be submitted to Village Hall. After review of the application and proposed sign design, the Mayor or his designee may authorize the request or defer the decision to Village Council for its approval or disapproval at a regularly scheduled Council meeting.

POOPER SCOOPER REMINDER: It's more than showing respect for your neighbor's property, it's also the law. Warm weather usually brings more people outdoors, including pet owners exercising their animals. This is a good time to remember that pet owners are required pick up and dispose of any fecal matter left by the animal on any public or private property and to have in their possession, a device for this purpose. Please be a responsible pet owner and keep Marble Cliff clean!

Legislation adopted or considered at the Council meeting of August 16, 2010 (updated 8-18-10) Click on PUBLIC NOTICES above to read.

ELECTIONS/VOTER INFORMATION:

All Marble Cliff residents vote at First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Blvd. The polls are open from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
Marble Cliff is in the 16th Ohio Senate District and the 28th Ohio House District.
Marble Cliff is in the 15th Congressional District.

VOTER REGISTRATION:

Residents may obtain voter registration forms at Grandview Heights Public Library or any Deputy Registrar. Registration services are available through the Franklin County Board of Elections include: general registration, address change and name change. Call 614-462-3100 for general information. For absentee ballots, call the Board of Elections at 614-462-3470.

MAYOR’S COURT

The Marble Cliff Mayor’s Court is held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at the Grandview Heights Municipal Building, 1016 Grandview Ave. at 4:30 PM. If Court falls on a Holiday, it is held the following day (Tuesday) at 4:30 PM.
Traffic tickets may be paid by cash or check (no credit cards) at the Grandview Heights Police Department, 1016 Grandview Ave. Payments may be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For additional information, contact the Clerk of Mayor’s Court, Bill Johannes, at 486-6993.
Traffic ordinances are available at www.amlegal.com/Marble_Cliff_Oh.