ALLEN TOWNSHIP GAZETTE

VOLUME III, ISSUE I SPRING 2003

The quarterly newsletter is back by popular demand! The intent of the newsletter is to keep you informed of events and points of interest within your Community. It is anticipated the newsletter will be published on a quarterly basis. As the newsletter is being resurrected, you will see different stories and changes throughout the publication. Enjoy!!

THINK SPRING!!

PARK NEWS…………..

The much anticipated covered bridge is almost ready for all to enjoy! The newest addition to the park was made possible with a grant available from Union County.

The covered bridge links the two raised pinnacles in the playground. Come and take a peek at this wonderful piece of nostalgia!!

A NOTE FROM THE BOARD………

The Allen Township Board meetings will be held on the first Monday of each month January through March at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are then held the first and third Monday of each month May through September at 7:30 p.m. . . . Meetings for April and October through December are held at 7:00 p.m... As always, the meetings are open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.

COMMUNITY DAY 2003

It is never too early to think about eating!! Community Day 2003 has been scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2003….more details will follow!!

HAVE YOU HUGGED A FARMER LATELY?

(Excerpt courtesy of the March 2003 Monthly Newsletter of the Ohio Township Association)

We should all take pride in American agriculture. The industry is providing every American-as well as millions more around the world with the essentials of life, food, fiber, even clothing.

· Each American Farmer feeds 120 or more people.

· Agriculture is America’s #1 export.

· New technology means Farmers are more environmentally friendly than ever before.

Take a moment to say: “Thanks”

DID YOU KNOW……?

Allen Township has a web site? If you would like to take a look at the Web-Site the site’s address is: www.allentwp.org . As the site is under construction, please pardon our “cyber” dust!!

clean up! Clean up!

Yes…it is time to get rid of your unwanted items and the things you just do not know what to do with!!

SPRING CLEAN UP

is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2003

7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

but wait there’s more….

If you happen to miss Spring Clean Up….The Fall Clean Up is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2003.

Just remember. due to landfill regulations, we are unable to accept the following items: tires, batteries, appliances containing Freon, rolls of fence wire, wood and yard debris. Metal drums must have both ends removed.

on the road again!!

West Darby Road has been scheduled with the Union County Engineers Department to be Chipped and Sealed late Spring/early Summer…

Keep patient and continue driving carefully!!

WHAT IS HOT AT YOUR FIRE DEPARTMENT……….

The Allen Township Firefighter’s Association is sponsoring a Paramedic Refresher course, beginning April 15^th. Anyone that needs to take this course is encouraged to contact the Fire Department.

If you are interested in CPR classes they are held several times throughout the year and are open to the public. The next class is scheduled: March 29, 2003 at the Allen Township Fire House.

YOUR VOTE COUNTS

In May, Township Residents are being asked to vote on the upcoming 4.0 Mil Continuing Operating Fire Levy.

Everyone is encouraged to vote, however, as every vote counts, it is extremely important to research issues and what impact your vote will have on the Community.

in the zone

The Zoning Commission is currently reviewing and updating the Zoning Resolution Book for Allen Township. Dates and times of the meetings are published in the Marysville Journal Tribune, as well as posted at the Community Building. If you have any suggestions or recommendations, you are more than welcome to attend.

Some of the topics of discussion have been lot sizes, ponds, definition of terms, etc..

A questionnaire is in the works to aid the Commission on their current and future tasks. So keep an eye out for these to be in your mailboxes in the near future!!

If you need additional information, contact the Fire Department.

Stop by the Fire Department’s booth at the upcoming Marysville Honda Wellness Fair. There will be literature and information on Fire Prevention. The Wellness Fair is being held in April!! Contact the Fire Department for more details!!

If you do not know what to do with your aluminum cans, a Shriner’s receptacle is placed at the Fire Department for your convenience to drop off your cans. Proceeds benefit select hospitals.

The fire service has seen a dramatic increase in call volume. The Allen Township Department alone, responded to 836 calls in 2002.

The staff is educated in dealing with a variety of accidents, injuries and medical situations. There is constant training, education and hands-on situations that enable the staff to step up to the plate to take care of the member’s in the Community in a professional, qualified and caring manner.

Throughout different publications of the Allen Township Gazette, you will see different training and educational opportunities taking place on a regular basis.