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Samuel J. Alai, Mayor |
Last year at this time, I proudly reported to you about our new football field and the movement of our main driveway, which made possible the creation of a campus village green. These improvements were accomplished through private donations and without accessing any additional general fund dollars. Last week, we enjoyed the first annual Homedays on the Green, formerly known as Summerfest. The reconfiguration of the front half of the campus allowed us to utilize our new green space for a four-day event enjoyed by all. In response to many residents’ requests, the Administration brought back rides, booths, food vendors, fireworks, etc. The event was paid for through private donations and funds generated from booth rentals and ride revenue. I would like to thank all of the department heads and the countless volunteers who gave generously of their time for the citizens of Broadview Heights. They worked tirelessly to bring back this fun-filled event where families and friends could gather together and enjoy each other’s company. I look forward to many other events on our campus village green, including our 3rd annual car show in September.
On June 30th, the state auditor’s office finished the city’s annual financial audit. I am pleased to tell you that we received an outstanding report and our books are in excellent order. Many thanks to our former Finance Director, Linda Pertz, and our current Finance Director, Molly Regan, for their diligence and expertise in maintaining our city’s financial health. We continue to tighten our belts and find ways to stretch your tax dollars as far as possible, while keeping an eye on our city services.
One way the Administration has completed multiple projects in the city during my first three years as your mayor is to continually apply for grants to fund improvements throughout the city. Recently, Economic Development Director Dave Schroedel and City Engineer Gene Esser applied for and received a SWIFT grant for $219,727 from the OEPA for the Elsa Drive Wetland Restoration and Protection Project. A city-owned seven-acre site, located just west of Falls Lane, it is an ideal location for a large stormwater control structure (retention pond). Additionally, there will be specific educational and outreach activities (ie. signs teaching about the area’s plant and animal life, walking trails, etc.) as a part of this project. We are pleased that we are able to accomplish another city stormwater project, especially because we received such a large grant. My staff and I will continue to exhaust every option available through grant-funding to continue making improvements in Broadview Heights.
Great news on the economic development front… Konica Minolta, a multi-national company, is consolidating its offices and expanding to South Hills in BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, OHIO!! This solid company is a good corporate citizen which employs 75 people and will be occupying 10,500 square feet of office space in our city. They are excited to be coming to Broadview Heights and we are thrilled to be welcoming them!
Please continue to enjoy the sunshine, working in your yard, vacationing, and visiting with family and friends as you enter the month of August. This time together is so important! I am encouraged and grateful for the many positive e-mails and phone calls I receive about our employees, programs, and the overall operation of our fine city. Broadview Heights truly is a great place to work and live. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with me! I can be reached at 526-4357 or at salai@broadview-heights.org with questions or comments. Your feedback is always welcome and appreciated so that we can all continue to Believe in Broadview Heights!!
Sincerely,
Sam Alai
Samuel J. Alai |