Delaware County Ohio

When planning a visit to The Wall That Heals Ohio, there are a number of solemn ceremonies you can attend during the 90 continuous hours that the Wall site will be open to visitors at Havener Park in Liberty Township. If you are hoping to avoid visiting when the site may be crowded, we recommend early mornings, late nights and even overnights -- and thank you to those who have signed up to help visitors during those overnight hours. For more information, please go to: https://thewallthathealsohio.com/

Show your support for The Wall That Heals when it arrives in Delaware County on Sept. 10! We’re expecting a large reception at Liberty Township's Havener Park, so, in the interest of parking, please consider welcoming The Wall from a spot along the 23-mile procession route as it is es**rted through Marysville, Ostrander and Delaware.

Es**rt - The Wall That Heals - Ohio Es**rt Ride Join us in bringing The Wall That Heals into Havener Park for its only event in Ohio on the 2024 national tour Tuesday September 10th. The route: Marysville Rural King parking lot – 1000 N. Main St. Marysville, OH Registration starts at 10:00 am Lunch provided KSU and roll out @ 1:00 p...

Today we salute the community volunteers who have been working for more than a year to plan and prepare for The Wall That Heals Ohio's visit next month. The Delaware County Veterans Service Office has taken the lead on organization with Vietnam War veterans heading many of the working groups that are making this major event happen. If you would like to help out and honor those who have given so much, please consider volunteering when The Wall That Heals visits Havener Park in Liberty Township, Sept. 12-15. For more information, go to: https://thewallthathealsohio.com/ and to sign up to volunteer, go to: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C094CAFAC28A3FDC52.... Special thanks to Preservation Parks of Delaware County for hosting many of our planning meetings!

The Commissioners were joined in session this week by two members of our Regional Sewer District team who received recognition for their work during a recent Ohio Water Environment Association conference.

Tim Bennett received the Professional Wastewater Operations Award, which honors front-line workers who embody professionalism and dedication. During his 11-year career with Delaware County, Bennett has demonstrated ability and initiative to oversee five different wastewater facilities. He also trains and mentors new employees and serves as a backup chemist.

Bic Boyles was selected as a regional winner of the F.H Waring Award, which recognizes individuals for significant contributions in the area of pollution abatement. In her role as a laboratory program manager, Boyles has implemented analytical practices that ensure consistency in the Regional Sewer District’s testing methods. She also oversees the Industrial Pretreatment Program, where her strategic planning efforts have identified initiatives that will ensure the program can scale with ongoing growth in the county.

Please join us in congratulating these two outstanding members of the Delaware County team on their awards!

Thanks to Peacock Water for donating these water bottles for our volunteers! The Wall’s stop in Ohio is made possible by the hundreds of individuals who will donate their time to educate and assist visitors during this around-the-clock operation. If you would like to donate food or other in-kind items to support these volunteers, please contact Heath Cox at [email protected]. Financial donations are being collected by the Delaware Disabled American Veterans Chapter #79 for local operating needs. Details are available at www.thewallthathealsohio.com/donations/

Liberty Township Delaware County Ohio

Delaware County Commissioner Barb Lewis and Delaware County Emergency Management Director Alex McCarthy recently were named to the National Association of Counties' Justice and Public Safety steering committee, where they will play a critical role in providing recommendations and having input on policy decisions made by U.S. Congress and federal agencies. For more information, go to: https://co.delaware.oh.us/2024/08/19/county-commissioner-and-ema-director-named-to-national-committee-for-justice-and-public-safety/.

The Wall That Heals will be open to visitors 24 hours a day during its stop in Delaware County. Volunteer opportunities are available around the clock from Sept. 11-15. All volunteers will be asked to attend a short training session at Havener Park on Sept. 11 at 6 p.m.

WHY ARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED?

The Wall That Heals draws thousands of visitors each day.

We're looking for volunteers, around the clock, to help visitors walk away with great memories from all this exhibit has to offer. We know your experience will be personally rewarding.

Some of the volunteer opportunities from 9/11/24 - 9/15/24: assisting with setting up and tearing down of the memorial, the command post, and the volunteer refreshment station. Sign up here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4dMqZbQ

The suggested minimum age for volunteers is 13. Volunteers under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Liberty Township Delaware County Ohio

We are one month away from welcoming The Wall That Heals to Delaware County. This 3/4-scale replica of the iconic Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., comes to Havener Park (4085 Liberty Road) in Liberty Township, Sept. 12-15. Learn more about The Wall, when you can visit, and how you can volunteer to help at https://thewallthathealsohio.com/.

Today in session, staff from the Delaware County Child Support Enforcement Agency joined the Commissioners in recognizing August as Child Support Awareness Month. The agency provides services to 5,467 children on about 4,000 cases and works with families to access community resources and overcome barriers to paying child support. Delaware County CSEA consistently achieves the highest collection rates in Ohio, collecting 84.75% on average and more than $22.4 million last year.

When The Wall That Heals arrives in Ohio on Sept. 10, it will be es**rted from Marysville through Ostrander and Delaware before arriving at Liberty Township's Havener Park around 2 p.m.

THE WALL THAT HEALS ES**RT PROCESSION:

This will take place Tuesday, September 10th at Rural King Supply.

Registration begins at 10am and motorcycles will head to the final destination of Havener Park (Liberty Township, Delaware County Ohio) at 1pm.

Food and refreshments will be available.

For more information on the es**rt procession please contact: [email protected].

https://thewallthathealsohio.com/

Thanks to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for inviting us to preview their new Lantern Festival! The event opens its eight-week run tomorrow, Aug. 1, and features more than 60 sets of multicolored lanterns, each shaped like animals from around the world.

ICYMI: We held our largest Touch a Truck ever yesterday at Olentangy Berlin High School. Approximately 5,000 people turned out for the free event presented by Delaware County EMS, the Berlin Township Fire Department and Sunny 95. Thanks to all who participated for making this great community event possible!

We're having a great time at Touch a Truck at Olentangy Berlin High School! Stop by until noon for this free event featuring all sorts of emergency vehicles, construction cranes, helicopters and more.

Elections wouldn’t be the same without our poll workers. Today the Delaware County Ohio Board Of Elections thanked them for the long hours and hard work they contribute in support of the voting process. Several individuals were also recognized for going above and beyond in areas ranging from problem solving to culinary skill. Thank you to everyone who contributes to the safety and integrity of our elections!

Help us spread the word about The Wall That Heals Ohio. Flyers and information cards can be picked up at the Delaware County Veterans Service Office or the Liberty Township Administration Building. All the details about The Wall's only stop in Ohio this year can be found at www.thewallthathealsohio.com

This week is Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week in Delaware County. Today in session, the Commissioners recognized the work of our officers who supervise and support offenders living in the community. These professionals serve as a force for positive change in the county by partnering with several community groups to provide services and referrals for offenders while supporting and protecting victims.

Today in session, the Commissioners voted to renew the 0.5-mill property-tax rollback. This is the third time they have enacted this cost savings to county property owners. For more information, please go to: https://co.delaware.oh.us/2024/07/22/commissioners-renew-property-tax-rollback/

Did you catch Delaware County EMS Director Jeff Fishel on NBC4 today? Thanks to Eric Halperin for highlighting the award-winning prehospital emergency care available in Delaware County. For the full story, visit: https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/delaware-county/national-recognition-for-delaware-county-medics/

Applications are being accepted now through Aug. 8 for the Commissioners' 2024 Community Enhancement Grant program. Each year, the Commissioners provide project-specific grants to charitable agencies headquartered and operating within Delaware County. For more information and to access the application portal, go to: https://co.delaware.oh.us/2024/07/18/applications-sought-for-2024-community-enhancement-grants-program/

For the 10th year in a row, Delaware County EMS has received national-level recognition for providing outstanding care to those suffering from heart attacks and strokes.

They recently received the EMS Gold Achievement Award from the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program. It’s the eighth straight year the department has achieved that level of distinction.

This year, Delaware County EMS also received the System of Care Target Heart Attack Award, which recognizes outstanding collaboration between prehospital and hospital providers.

Thanks to the team of Delaware County, OH 911 - DELCOMM dispatchers, paramedics, EMTs, and training coordinators who work all year to keep our county safe!

There are still plenty of opportunities to volunteer with The Wall That Heals Ohio when it makes its only stop in Ohio at Liberty Township's Havener Park from Sept. 12-15.

The Wall That Heals Ohio - The Wall That Heals - Ohio Delaware County, Ohio The Wall That Heals is coming to Delaware County, and will be its only stop in Ohio. September 12 - September 15 2024.

Attention, Delaware County homeowners! Grants up to $50,000 per home are now available for homeowner/occupants to replace wood window and door assemblies that may be a source of lead contamination. The monies are available from the Ohio Department of Development through their Lead Safe Ohio program. For more information and to obtain an application, go to: https://co.delaware.oh.us/delco-lead-safe/.

In August, the Ohio Department of Transportation will host six in-person meetings and two online Q&A sessions for potential projects to improve safety and traffic flow along the U.S. 23 corridor between I-270 and Waldo. For more information, please visit: https://publicinput.com/23connect -44818

Thanks to Susan and Larry Vetter for stopping by the Historic Courthouse today to prune our rose bushes! What a way for Larry to spend his first day of retirement – congratulations! Susan and Larry volunteer with the Delaware County Ohio Master Gardener Association, the group responsible for keeping the landscaping around our county facilities in tip-top condition all year. Keep an eye out for their next major project at the new Byxbe Campus.

Got a great idea for a business? Got a plan for that business? Well, here is an amazing opportunity to now get funding for that business plan! The Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University has just launched the richest competition program in Ohio with nearly $500,000 in funding awards available. Click below for all the details. You have until Aug. 15 to enter!

Thank you, WSYX ABC 6, for sharing the word about The Wall That Heals Ohio!

The Wall That Heals brings Vietnam War memorial to Delaware County this fall The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., comes to Delaware County this September.

We have received notification from Ohio Edison/First Energy of a planned power outage tomorrow, Dec. 6, that will occur some time between 12 noon and 2 p.m. for 5-10 minutes. This would only impact homes and businesses that are Ohio Edison/First Energy customers. It will not affect all locations in Delaware County.

Customers impacted by this planned outage will be notified of the outage via automated phone message. Customers needing to update their account phone number should call Ohio Edison's contact center at 1-800-633-4766. Customers can also sign up to receive alerts by text or email by gong online to www.firstenergycorp.com/login and selecting "Text and Email Alerts"