Media Releases
July 2008
31 - UA Farmer's Market Harvest Festival
31 - Be Part of the Mosquito Solution
25 - UA Farmer's Market Harvest Festival
25 - Guidelines for Garage/Yard Sales in Upper Arlington
18 - Political Signage Guidelines
18 - Household Hazardous Waste Collection
14 - Public Meeting to Review Proposed Athletic Field Improvements at Thompson Park
10 - Registration for UA Pools and Northam Park Tennis
10 - Be Part of the Mosquito Solution
10 - Household Hazardous Waste Collection
8 - Solid Waste "Premium Service" Option Available to Upper Arlington Households
2 - Construction Work Slated Along Portions of Fishinger Road
2 - Eighth Annual Summer Celebration
July 31
UA Farmer's Market Harvest Festival
Join us Wednesday, August 6, during Market hours for the annual Upper Arlington Farmer’s Market Harvest Festival, featuring summer’s best fresh produce, guest vendors, music, samples and more.
The Farmer’s Market takes place every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mallway on Arlington Avenue, featuring locally grown produce bursting with the freshest flavors. Conserve energy, go green and live healthy by staying local for your grocery shopping needs. You’ll enjoy the crisp character and flavor of just-picked vegetables, fresh flowers and flavorful herbs, organic beef, cheese and milk, and more.
The Upper Arlington Farmer’s Market is made possible by a partnership between the City and the Pearl Alley Growers Association, a non-profit certified farmer’s market. All members are local farmers and can only sell products that they grow or bake themselves.
If you are yet to discover the fun and fresh, healthful produce available at the Upper Arlington Farmer’s Market, be sure to stop by one Wednesday afternoon and see why it’s becoming a summer favorite for many residents. For more details, visit www.ua-ohio.net or call 614-583-5300.
July 31
Be Part of the Mosquito Solution
To help minimize the need for truck based spraying, the City of Upper Arlington wishes to remind residents of what they can do to assist in mosquito prevention efforts.
Standing water is the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. If there are places around your home or yard where water collects, such as containers, ornamental ponds or low areas of land, you may be raising mosquitoes. Identifying these trouble spots and taking appropriate steps to eliminate or manage these sites can do much to reduce breeding locations. Please follow these tips to help reduce mosquito populations in your neighborhood:
• Empty, remove or upturn receptacles with the potential to hold water.
• Clean bird baths twice weekly.
• Discard old tires or store them indoors.
• Repair leaky plumbing and outside faucets.
• Make sure gutters and downspouts are free of blockage and properly draining.
• Fill holes in trees with sand.
• Empty outside pet water dishes daily.
• Drain or fill low areas on your property that hold water for more than three days.
• Prevent larvae from hatching and growing into adult mosquitoes by treating standing water that cannot be eliminated.
It is recommended that you regularly check www.ua-ohio.net for updates on any pending mosquito spraying dates since the City may not have adequate time to notify residents via an automated telephone message.
An informational brochure summarizes this year’s program and offers tips to protect yourself and your family from this inconvenient and potentially life-threatening pest. Call 583-5350 to receive a copy, or visit www.ua-ohio.net to download a copy.
July 25
UA Farmer's Market Harvest Festival
The Upper Arlington Farmer’s Market, an Upper Arlington summer tradition, is now open for business. The Market, which takes place every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mallway on Arlington Avenue, offers products bursting with the freshest flavors of the harvest. Conserve energy, go green and live healthy by staying local for your grocery shopping needs. You’ll enjoy the crisp character and flavor of just-picked vegetables, fresh flowers and flavorful herbs, organic beef, cheese and milk, and more.
Taking advantage of the peak of the growing season, join us Wednesday, August 6, during Market hours for the annual Harvest Festival, featuring summer’s best fresh produce, guest vendors, music, samples and more.
The Upper Arlington Farmer’s Market is made possible by a partnership between the City and the Pearl Alley Growers Association, a non-profit certified farmer’s market. All members are local farmers and can only sell products that they grow or bake themselves.
If you are yet to discover the fun and fresh, healthful produce available at the Upper Arlington Farmer’s Market, be sure to stop by one Wednesday afternoon and see why it’s becoming a summer favorite for many residents. For more details, visit www.ua-ohio.net or call 614-583-5300.
July 25
Guidelines for Garage/Yard Sales in Upper Arlington
The City of Upper Arlington has a series of “good neighbor” guidelines and ordinances in place to help preserve the community’s overall quality of life. The following guidelines pertain to garage or yard sales within City limits.
Residents may conduct one garage/yard sale per residence during any six-month period. A sale should not exceed three consecutive days or two consecutive days on two consecutive weekends and may be conducted between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sale items may only be placed for display in a garage or back yard. No permit is required.
On-site signage must follow these guidelines:
• One sign not to exceed eight square feet may be placed on the property
• The sign may only be posted during the hours of the sale
• Signs may not exceed four feet in height
• No unrelated information is allowed on the sign
• A permit is not required
Temporary off-premise signs are allowed provided:
• Signs can only be posted off-site on Thursdays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and all day Friday-Sunday.
• Signs do not obstruct traffic visibility and maneuverability
• Signs are not attached to a right-of-way structure
• Signs must not exceed four square feet (eight square feet for double sided signs)
• Signs must not exceed three feet in height and must be free standing, stable and non-illuminated
• Only one sign per street frontage is allowed (one sign for an interior lot, two signs for a corner lot)
For additional details, please contact the Development Department, at 583-5070.
July 18
Political Signage Guidelines
During election season the City of Upper Arlington wishes to provide the following information regarding political yard signs:
• Upper Arlington City government is non-partisan. From time to time City Council may endorse specific ballot issues such as school or library issues, however City Council does not endorse political candidates.
• The City is in no position to regulate what language is put on a political sign, since this would infringe upon an individual’s freedom of speech. Please call the Ohio Elections Commission, at 466-3205, or visit www.elc.oh.gov to register your concern.
• The City can only regulate the size and location of political signs. Further, the City can only request that signs be removed from private property if they are in a state of deterioration. If you believe signs have been placed inappropriately in public spaces, or you are concerned about the physical condition of signs in a neighbor’s yard, please call the Code Compliance Division, at 583-5073.
• Political signs placed on private property are themselves private property. Theft charges will be filed against any individual found to be taking such signs.
• The City’s Police Division recommends residents place their name somewhere on their political signs for tracking purposes, so they can be returned to their rightful owner, if stolen and later recovered.
The City respectfully asks residents to be mindful of how such signage can impact the “aesthetics” of our neighborhoods. Upper Arlington is renowned for its beautiful landscaping, immaculate lawns and superior housing stock, and we all play a part in maintaining the look and feel of our community.
July 18
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The City of Upper Arlington and the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) will host a Household Hazardous Waste collection Saturday, July 26 from
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4100 Roberts Road, for products that can cause injury if not used, stored, or disposed of properly. They pose a threat to people (particularly children, refuse workers and firefighters), pets and our environment. Soil and water pollution can result from improper disposal.
The following items are accepted:
• Flammables – Lighter fluid, thinners, turpentine, adhesives, old gasoline, polishes, kerosene,
paint and propane
• Relatives – Strong chemicals, cyanides, pool chemicals
• Corrosives – Acid & caustics, drain cleaner, paint strippers
• Toxics – Rat poison, insecticides, mercury/Ni-Cad, anti-freeze, lithium batteries
For additional details, visit www.swaco.org.
July 14
Public Meeting to Review Proposed Athletic Field Improvements at Thompson Park
The City of Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Department invites residents to a public meeting to discuss proposed improvements to athletic fields at Thompson Park. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Thompson Park North Shelter.
Faced with a known shortfall in the number of public sports fields available for use by various community leagues, the Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan places emphasis on much needed enhancements to these facilities in order to maximize their programming potential. One such improvement is being considered for Thompson Park – installation of lighting for one of the park’s athletic fields in order to extend hours of play at this facility.
This is an opportunity for the park’s neighbors and interested community members to meet with staff to learn about the proposed improvements, and to gain insight on how sports fields in other community parks are used in this way.
For additional details of this public meeting, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 583-5300 or visit www.ua-ohio.net.
July 10
Registration for UA Pools and Northam Park Tennis
Season passes for the community’s three outdoor pools and Northam Park Tennis Courts in Upper Arlington are currently on sale. Passes can be purchased for either activity, or as a combined pass.
Tremont and Devon pools are open Sunday through Friday from Noon to sunset and Saturdays from 11 a.m. until sunset. Reed Road Water Park is open Sunday through Friday from Noon to
9 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reed Road Water Park offers a Middle School Teen Night Wednesday, July 16 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Water activities and a local DJ contribute to a night of fun. Entry is free for pool pass holders and $5 for non-members. In case of rain, the event will be moved to Thursday, July 17.
Northam Park Tennis Courts are also open for the season, offering tennis lessons, open doubles play and more.
For customer convenience, online registration is available at www.ua-ohio.net, where full details of programs can be found. Season passes can also be purchased in person at 3600 Tremont Road or by mail.
If you have questions about the outdoor pools or Northam Park Tennis, please call 583-5262.
July 10
Be Part of the Mosquito Solution
In order to minimize the need for truck based spraying, the City of Upper Arlington wishes to remind residents of what they can do to assist in mosquito prevention efforts.
Standing water is the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. If there are places around your home or yard where water collects, such as containers, ornamental ponds or low areas of land, you may be raising mosquitoes. Identifying these trouble spots and taking appropriate steps to eliminate or manage these sites can do much to reduce breeding locations. Please follow these tips to help reduce mosquito populations in your neighborhood:
• Empty, remove or upturn receptacles with the potential to hold water.
• Clean bird baths twice weekly.
• Discard old tires or store them indoors.
• Repair leaky plumbing and outside faucets.
• Make sure gutters and downspouts are free of blockage and properly draining.
• Fill holes in trees with sand.
• Empty outside pet water dishes daily.
• Drain or fill low areas on your property that hold water for more than three days.
• Prevent larvae from hatching and growing into adult mosquitoes by treating standing water that cannot be eliminated.
It is recommended that you regularly check www.ua-ohio.net for updates on any pending mosquito spraying dates since the City may not have adequate time to notify residents.
The City has prepared an informational brochure summarizing this year’s program and offering tips to protect yourself and your family from this inconvenient and potentially life-threatening pest. Please call the Public Services Department at 583-5350 to receive a copy, or visit www.ua-ohio.net to download a copy.
July 10
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The City of Upper Arlington and the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) will host a Household Hazardous Waste collection Saturday, July 26 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4100 Robert Road, for products that can cause injury if not used, stored, or disposed of properly. They pose a threat to people (particularly children, refuse workers and firefighters), pets and our environment. Soil and water pollution can result from improper disposal.
The following items are accepted:
• Flammables – Lighter fluid, thinners, turpentine, adhesives, old gasoline, polishes, kerosene,
paint and propane
• Relatives – Strong chemicals, cyanides, pool chemicals
• Corrosives – Acid & caustics, drain cleaner, paint strippers
• Toxics – Rat poison, insecticides, mercury/Ni-Cad, anti-freeze, lithium batteries
For additional details, visit www.swaco.org.
July 8
Solid Waste "Premium Service" Option Available to Upper Arlington Households
For a limited time, Upper Arlington households can opt in to receive Premium “at-the-door” Service for the weekly collection of their refuse for an additional fee. This opportunity is open to households through 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 21, 2008. The pro-rated fee for the remainder of the current annual billing cycle (through March 31, 2009) is $100. At-the-door collection, for refuse only, would begin the week of August 4, 2008 for any households who choose to opt in at this time.
This opportunity has arisen following the initial transfer of Solid Waste services from the City of Upper Arlington to the private contractor Inland Service Corporation. After three months as the City’s service provider, Inland representatives have determined the Upper Arlington operation is now in a position to incorporate additional Premium Service households into its weekly collection.
Premium Service only applies to the collection of refuse. Households must continue to place any recycling materials at the curb by 7 a.m. of their collection day, and yard waste materials at the curb by 7 a.m. on Fridays.
If you wish to begin receiving at-the-door collection for your refuse, please contact the Finance Department by close of business Monday, July 21, by either calling 583-5280 or visiting the Municipal Services Center during business hours at 3600 Tremont Road. Additional details of this opportunity, along with an overview of Upper Arlington’s Solid Waste services, can be found at www.ua-ohio.net.
July 2
Construction Work Slated Along Portions of Fishinger Road
Beginning Monday, July 7, work is scheduled to begin on the removal of asphalt on Fishinger Road from Riverside Drive to the Five Points Intersection.
Once the pavement removal is completed, the repaving of Fishinger Road will begin, starting approximately Monday, July 14.
Traffic will be maintained throughout the pavement removal and repaving process. Construction is scheduled to be completed near the end of July, weather permitting.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this project please contact Sebastian French, project manager in the City’s Engineering Division, at 583-5368.
July 2
Eighth Annual Summer Celebration
Join in the excitement this summer as the Parks & Recreation Department hosts the Eighth Annual Summer Celebration during National Parks and Recreation Month on Thursday, July 17 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Thompson Park.
Carnival games, sack races, watermelon eating contests, arts & crafts, trackless train rides, tethered hot air balloon rides, yummy treats and good eats await you. Featured attractions include inflatable games and the five-sided climbing wall. Experience the 22-foot Giant Dolphin Splash Slide along with the Bouncer Maze and Bouncy Boxing.
As part of the Movie in the Parks series, a viewing of Transformers (rated PG-13) is scheduled at dark. In addition, enjoy an interactive drumming circle with Eric “The Fish” Paton from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Admission is free, with a small fee attached to some activities.
Parking is available in the McCoy and Gavin Road lots, and at St. Andrew’s Church, on the corner of Reed and McCoy Road.
For more information, visit the “News, Meetings & Events” section at www.ua-ohio.net. In the event of rain and cancellation news, call the Parks and Recreation program hotline after 2 p.m. at 583-5345.
City Manager's Office
City of Upper Arlington
3600 Tremont Road
Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221
Phone: 614-583-5040
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