Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

BOARD OF
MEDINA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Stephen D. Hambley William F. Hutson Colleen M. Swedyk

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Hutson elected judge; Swedyk reelected commissioner
Republican Central Committee to
appoint replacement to fulfill Hutson’s
commissioner term
Medina County voters have chosen Bill Hutson to
fill the vacant seat of judge for the Medina County
Court of Common Pleas and have reelected Colleen
Swedyk as commissioner for another four years.
Hutson was first elected to the Medina County
Board of Commissioners in 2016 and reelected in
the 2020 election for a second term.
In July, the Republican Party of Medina County
nominated Hutson as the Republican candidate for
the November 8 election.
“I have enjoyed my time as a Commissioner and
am pleased at the progress Medina County has made
over the past six years,” said Hutson. “The prospect
of becoming a judge is a capstone to my 31-year
career as a lawyer. Medina County is in good hands
with Commissioners Swedyk and Hambley and will
continue to be a place of choice to live, work and
play. I look forward to working with them in my new
role.”
Board of Commissioners President Steve Hamb-
ley said the process to appoint a replacement com-
missioner is established in the Ohio Revised Code.
“Once Bill vacates his commissioner seat, the
Central Committee of the Republican Party of Medi-
na County must appoint his replacement,” Hambley
said.
According to the Ohio Revised Code, the two re-
maining Commissioners have the authority to ap-
point an interim County Commissioner to fill the
position until such time as the Republican Central
Committee meets to fill the vacancy.
The committee is obligated to meet within 45 days
and appoint his successor. The Central Committee is
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Medina County Home has capacity for more residents

The Medina County Home is
currently welcoming new resi-
dents.
Serving the residents of Medi-
na County for over 100 years, the
Home is situated on approximate-
ly 80 acres of scenic, rural, Lafay-
ete Township property.
The Home provides both custo-
dial and residential care as well as
an Adult Day Service.
Resident amenities include full
laundry and cleaning services,
assistance with daily living skills,
medication management, three
nutritious meals a day, and daily
recreational activities/outings such
as picnics, games, and musical
entertainment to promote friendly
socialization.
The Medina County Home’s
Mission is as follows:
“The people of Medina County
charge the County with providing
their adult citizens with custodial
care in a home-like environment.
The County Home will support
each individual residing at the
Home and act as their advocate to
ensure personal self-worth, free-
The Medina County Home, located at 6144 Wedgewood Rd., Medina, is currently
accepting new residents.
dom of choice and a continued
ability to be a part of the commu-
nity-at-large.”
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility is based on estab-
lished residency in Medina Coun-
ty as well as the level of care and
assistance needed.
Applicants must be 18 years of
age or older.
Payment is based on income
level and is assessed on an indi-
vidual basis.
According to Superintendent
Greg Brown, all who are eligible
Photo by Brian S. Gallatin
will not be turned away.
The Medina County Home is
supported by the generosity of
Medina County residents through
a County Tax Levy.
Come Visit
Admission starts with an ap-
pointment to tour the Home and
meet with a member of our lead-
ership team.
To begin the process, please call
330-723-9551.
The Home is located at 6144
Wedgewood Rd., Medina.
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comprised of either elected or appointed individuals
who represent precincts. A quorum must be present,
and the candidate receiving more than 50% of the
support would be appointed.
According to Hambley, in the past, the process
typically involves the committee entering into exec-
utive session where they then hear from the candi-
dates and go through rounds of voting to determine
who gets the necessary number of votes.
Once the committee exits executive session, a mo-
tion to nominate a candidate as commissioner will
be made. This will be followed by a second and any
discussion that may occur. The Republican Central
November 18, 2022
Committee will then officially vote.
The oath of office will likely be administered at
that meeting, and the person having the most votes
will be appointed as the next commissioner to fulfill
Hutson’s remaining two-year term.
Swedyk is currently serving in her first term as
commissioner. She was previously the fiscal officer
of Hinckley Township for 13 years, and the Medina
County recorder for 12 years.
“I am so grateful and honored to have the oppor-
tunity to continue to serve the residents of Medina
County,” said Swedyk. “I’m looking forward to the
challenges and adventures involved in the next four
years!”

Sanitary Engineer hosts annual Veterans breakfast

Sanitary Engineer Jer- preciate everything that
emy Sinko welcomed everyone’s done for this
approximately 25 men country,” said Sinko.
and women to the 2022 Jim Obloy, a Medina
Medina County Veterans County Transit driver,
Breakfast held on Thurs- constructed a display in
day, Nov. 10 at the Engi- the lobby.
neering Center on West Every Veteran who Photos by Brian S. Gallatin

Smith Road, Medina. attended the breakfast

Custom Culinary pre- received a door price do-
pared a breakfast of eggs, nated by local businesses.
bacon, and cupcakes for The Medina County
those in attendance. Veterans Service Office
“On behalf of our also provided coins for
department and the each veteran.
County, I would like to Placemats were dec-
wish everyone a Happy orated by students from
Veterans Day and ap- Little Bucks Preschool.

Thanks to all the businesses that contributed

to make this breakfast happen
Buckeye
Pre-School

River Styx
Market

Medina Drive-Thru
Beverages

Va l l e a i r e
Golf Club

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November 18, 2022 Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter

Fee increases
SANITARY ENGINEER
per ton; Department
for water, sewer,
• Bulk Yard Waste – Increase
from $23 per ton to $26 per ton. Directory
solid waste According to Sinko, these rate
increases are nec-
ANIMAL
A total of five public hearings — SHELTER
two for water and sewer and three essary to help off-
www.medinaco.org/animal-shelter
330-725-9121
for Solid Waste District — were re- set increased costs
cently held for the purpose of dis- the department
cussing proposed fee increases to is experiencing in BUILDING
DEPARTMENT
water, sewer and solid waste rates. energy, materials, Jeremy www.medinaco.org/building-department
Sanitary Engineer Jeremy Sinko and construction. Sinko 330-722-9220
reviewed the following proposed Residents can expect to see a
changes for water and sewer: $3 per month increase to their
COMMISSIONERS
• Water – Increase from $8.70 sanitary sewer bill, and a $3.25 www.medinaco.org/county-commissioners
to $9.35 per 1,000 gallons; per month increase to their water 330-722-9208
• Sewer – Increase from $24.75 bill — based on 5,000 gallons of
to $27.75 per equivalent residen- usage per month.
COUNTY
tial unit for operation and mainte-
Sinko said there has been no HOME
nance; no change to the debt fee. http://medinacountyhome.com
communication received from the
Sinko reviewed the following 330-723-9553
proposed changes for the Solid public or local jurisdictions. The
Waste District: Solid Waste Policy Committee
FINANCE
• Gate Rate – Increase from members were unanimously in fa- No website
$53 per ton to $55 per ton; vor of these increases as well. 330-722-9202
• Community Cleanup – In- All increases are proposed to
crease from $48 per ton to $50 take effect January 1, 2023. HUMAN
RESOURCES
ADAMH BOARD www.medinaco.org/hr
330-722-9209

JOB AND FAMILY

SERVICES
www.mcjfs.us
330-722-9300

OFFICE FOR OLDER

ADULTS
www.mcooa.org
330-723-9514

PLANNING
SERVICES
Photo provided www.medinaco.org/planning
Coalition discusses County homelessness 330-722-9293
The Medina County Homelessness Coalition gathered at Heartland
Church on Thursday, Oct. 27. SANITARY
Nicole Weidokal, Executive Director of Heartland Community ENGINEER
www.medinaco.org/sanitary
Church, hosted representatives from various entities to discuss the issue 330-723-9585
of homelessness in Medina County.
The event featured three speakers, each a local leader in govern-
ment, social services, or the faith based community. SOLID WASTE
DISTRICT
Skip Sipos, Executive Director of the Medina Metropolitan Housing http://recyclemedinacounty.com
Authority, spoke to the group about ongoing efforts and provided up- 330-769-0289
dates on the progress of permanent supportive housing and a shelter
in the community.
TRANSIT
He encouraged attendees to be an advocate for solutions to home- http://medinacountytransit.org
lessness and thanked the group for the work being done. 330-723-9670
Also presenting at the gathering were Paul Khacherian, United Way
of Summit & Medina’s Director of Community Impact and Pastor Hen-
ry Pearce from Medina Presbyterian Church.
Each speaker emphasized the importance of responding to home- Click here to visit our
lessness at a local level and collaborating to find solutions. website with the full
Attendees were invited to participate in networking and to ask ques- directory of public officials
tions of our speakers as well as to meet other community leaders fol-
at www.medinaco.org
lowing the presentation.
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Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter November 18, 2022
COUNTY HOME

by Greg Brown
Superintendent

Walk-in freezer
gets new door
Our walk-in freezer has a new
look thanks to the coordination
from the mainte-
nance department
Residents enjoy bowling at
with R.J. Vernak
Refrigeration.
Strike & Spare Lanes in Lodi
The new freezer by Amber Holahan
door looks great Recreation Coordinator
and is functioning On the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, for the past
properly. 12 years, residents have enjoyed a game of bowling at Strike & Spare
Rec Center Lanes in Lodi.
Residents are routinely taken to Dennis, the owner of this establishment, gives us a discounted rate of
the Medina County $2 a game (which also includes shoes!). Built in 1959, Strike & Spare
Recreation Center Lanes originally only had 10 lanes, but now has 12 lanes.
by Amber Holah- Dennis took over the business in 1977.
an, the Recreation Strike & Spare lanes holds bowling leagues, casual bowlers, and our
Coordinator. They Medina County Home residents throughout the week.
enjoy swimming, We appreciate Dennis for allowing us to come bowl, have fun, and
walking on the in- compete for highest score twice a month.
door track, and us- For more information, give Dennis a call at 330-948-1090 or stop by
ing the weight machines. to visit at 301 Highland Dr. in Lodi.
OFFICE FOR OLDER ADULTS

Medina Senior Center celebrates 40th Anniversary

The Medina County Senior Center celebrated its 40th Anniversary
with an open house on Monday, Nov. 14.
Office for Older Adults Director Laura Toth welcomed everyone to the
celebration. During her remarks, she highlighted the 2023–2025 Strate-
gic Plan with the following objectives created:
• Outreach – Education to current participants of all programs;
Reach underserved areas of the county; Improve collaborations; Mar-
keting Growth. • Growth in Technology – Digitalization of programs;
Tech Education for Seniors; Public Tech Station/Display Boards. • Pro-
gram Expansion – Wadsworth/Soprema Center, Technology Educa-
tion; Transit Options; Activities; Senior Driving Programs; Additional
nutrition in the Center • Fiscal Sustainability – Levy Education;
Grants; Foundation • Capital Improvements – Analyze space needs;
Develop plan for expansion if warranted; Collaboration with Facilities
Superintendent
Commissioner Steve Hambley also spoke at the event providing
some history on the Human Services Building where the Senior Center
is housed on the ground floor. Photos by Brian S. Gallatin

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November 18, 2022
Annual Candlelight Walk kicks off holidays in Medina
The holiday season kicks off Fri-
day through Sunday, November
18–20 as Main Street Medina, the
City of Medina, and title sponsor,
Root Candles, present the “38th
Annual Medina Candlelight Walk.”
This three-day event, held the
weekend before Thanksgiving
each year, features the Commu-
nity Christmas Tree and District
Lighting on Friday with thousands
of holiday lights and luminaries;
the Parade of Lights on Satur-
day with over 40 themed floats,
costumed characters, decorated
vehicles, and the Medina High
School Marching Band, followed
by a spectacular Fireworks Dis-
play presented by Northeast Ohio
Pyrotechnics Group and choreo-
graphed to your favorite Christ-
mas songs.
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by
Horse & Carriage on Saturday
evening at the end of the parade
stopping by the Santa House at
Public Square along Broadway
Street.
Visits with Santa will begin
Saturday following the fireworks
through 9 p.m., and Sunday from
12–2 p.m. and 3–6 p.m.
Photos with Santa are $5 each
and benefit Cups Café who provides
free hot meals to those in need.
On Sunday, join the annual
“Run, Santa, Run” Fun Run and 5K!
New this year, following the
Lighting Ceremony on Friday
at 7:30 p.m., enjoy the Pop-Up
Christmas Movie in front of the
Medina County Courthouse.
On Saturday and Sunday, a
Pop-Up Farmers Market will be
held inside at 101 Public Sq. along
with the Annual Holiday Makers
Market at Root Candles Commu-
nity Room, 623 W. Liberty St.
On Sunday, take a Horse &
Carriage ride along the red brick
road of South Broadway Street
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from 12–4 p.m.
Also on Sunday, Santa’s Rein-
deer will make a stop on Broad-
way Street from 4–6 p.m., and
take part in the Candlelight Vigil at
4:30 p.m.
The weekend concludes with
a Christmas Concert at St. Paul
Episcopal Church at 6 p.m.
To kick off the “Hometown
Holidays” shopping season, most
stores and restaurants will be open
for extended hours on Friday and
Saturday from 10 a.m.–9 p.m., and
on Sunday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Holiday Shuttle Buses are avail-
able on Saturday from 4–9 p.m.
and Sunday from 2–6 p.m. every
20 minutes.
The North Shuttle will stop at
Medina High School/Perform-
ing Arts Center Parking Lot, and
South Shuttle will stop at the Me-
dina Co. Fairgrounds Community
Center Parking Lot.
An additional shuttle will loop
around the District with drop-
offs and pick-ups at various stops
around Public Square. The shuttles
will be decorated and offer family
fun activities during the rides.
We encourage visitors to use
the shuttles to help alleviate con-
gestion, enjoy more quality time
at the event, and spend less time
finding a parking spot or stuck in
traffic.
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“Candlelight Walk attracts over
30,000 residents and visitors to
Medina to experience this annual
small-town kick-off to the holiday
season with plenty of activities and
a full variety of shops and restau-
rants open late,” says George
Sam, executive director of Main
Street Medina. “The preparations
involve many volunteers, City of
Medina staff, local businesses, and
generous sponsors working to-
gether to create this unique cele-
bration that unites us all.”
Event coordinator, Angela Man-
sier adds, “Candlelight Walk is
a part of many family traditions.
There’s entertainment and activi-
ties for all ages, holiday gift shop-
ping and dining, and festive family
photo and selfie opportunities.”
Main Street Medina may add
more activities to the schedule in
the coming days. For the latest
information and full schedule of
events and sponsors, go to www.
MainStreetMedina.com/Candle-
light-Walk.
Medina Candlelight Walk is
funded this year by Title sponsor
Root Candles.
Presenting Sponsors: The
Dress Bridal Boutique, Trillium
Creek Dermatology, Cool Beans
Café, Dominic’s Pizzeria & Italian
Restaurant, Serpentini Chevro-
let of Medina, Hospice of Medi-
na County, Waite & Son Funeral
Homes, and Medina Fiber.
Gold Sponsors: 17 Public
Square and Armstrong.
Silver Sponsors: Summa Health
and World Truck.
Green Sponsors: Corrigan
Krause, Creston Auto Recycling,
JK Gift Shop, Leaf Pro Gutter
Protection, LeafFilter Gutter Pro-
tection, Nibble, PJ Marley’s, The
Farmer’s Table, and The Rose
Company.
Red Sponsors: All Fired Up!
Medina, The Coffee Colony, East-
wood Furniture, Gardener’s Cot-
tage, Gypsy Moon, Mark’s Clean-
ing Service, Medina County District
Library, Medina County Safe Com-
munities, Medina Sports Cards &
Collectibles, Minuteman Press, Miss
Molly’s Tea Room, Shine Acupunc-
ture, Something’s Popping, Sports-
world, The Olive Tap, This-N-That
Antique Shop, United Church of
Christ Congregational, VCS Salon
& Spa, Wichert Insurance, and Pat
& James Fordosi.
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Current Open HUMAN RESOURCES

Positions Featured

Job Opening of
MEDINA
EMPLOYMEN COUNTY
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sure to fill out be rejected. It is your to the
all sides of responsibility address indicated on
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nt agency. please note your applicatio job posting. Applicatio
that this completed n is received ns lacking
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on in the area a public record date. Please
Job Title ________ below: when submitted be
________________ to

Postings current as of November 7, 2022

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to the Minimum e, education, training,
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the Week
for a full job description.
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• Building Inspector (FT) – Building

Permits Department
• Bus Driver (PT) – Transit
• Civil Engineer II (FT) – Medina
County Engineer
• Cleaning Technician (FT) –
Maintenance
• Cleaning Technician (PT) –
Maintenance
• Clerical Specialist (FT) – Job &
Family Services
• Correction Officer (FT) – Juvenile
Detention Center
• Deputy Clerk (FT) – Common Pleas
Court • Probate & Juvenile
Divisions
• Deputy Dog Warden (PT) – Animal
Shelter
• Design Engineer (FT) – Sanitary
Engineers Office
• Director of Community
Engagement (FT) – Solid Waste
District
• Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Director (FT) – Maintenance
• Highway Maintenance Worker II
(FT) – Highway Engineer
• HR Assistant (FT) – Human
Resources Department
• Kenneth W. Holtz Water
Reclamation Facility Operator
(FT) – Sanitary Engineers Office
• Park Laborer
(FT) – Park District
• Park Planner
(FT) – Park District
• Police Officer
(FT) – Park District
• Protective Services Worker 2
(FT) – Job & Family Services
• Protective Services Worker 2
(FT) – Job & Family Services
• Resident Care Aide (FT) – Medina
County Home
• Social Service Case Aide (FT) – Job
& Family Services
• Van Driver (PT) – Medina County
Veterans Service Office
• Water Reclamation Facility Shift
Supervisor (FT) – Sanitary
Engineers Office
(FT) = Full-Time • (PT) = Part-Time
Click here to visit our
website for any updates:
www.medinaco.org/hr/
employment/
RESIDENT CARE AIDE (RCA)
(THIRD SHIFT • FULL-TIME)
MEDINA COUNTY HOME
The Medina County Board of Commissioners is seeking full-time RCAs for
the Medina County Home.
Responsibilities: Provides basic resident care under the direction of the
shift nurse and nursing supervisor. Assists residents with personal hygiene,
keeping them well-groomed and comfortable. Maintains residents’ rooms.
Adheres to infection prevention and control procedures. Practices effective
communication techniques with residents, visitors, and coworkers. Observes
and monitors resident status. Reports unusual occurrences or signs of
illness. Assists in the serving of meals.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience
with geriatric patients helpful, but not required. Good communication skills.
Friendly and respectful demeanor. Ability to stand and walk for long periods
throughout the day. Solve practical problems and interpret a variety of
instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
Hours:
40 hours a week to include rotating weekends and some holidays.
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Midnight 3rd shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability
Benefits:
• Paid Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation accrual
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement Contributions
• Free parking
Supplemental Pay:
• 3rd Shift Differential pay
• Weekend Premium
Salary:
$12.50/hour plus 3rd shift differential and weekend bonus.
Click here to
download
an Employment
Application!

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November 18, 2022 Medina County Commissioners’ Newsletter
MEDINA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Historical Society receives merit award

The Medina County Historical
Society received an award of Mer-
it from the State Historic Preser-
vation Office of the Ohio History
Connection.
The award luncheon held Sat-
urday, Oct. 29 in Columbus recog-
nized the preservation and reha-
bilitation of the McDowell-Phillips
House for an outstanding contri-
bution to historic preservation in
Ohio.
Matt Wiederhold, former Exec-
utive Director of Main Street Me-
dina, submitted the nomination
for this prestigious award!
Brian Feron accepted the award
on behalf of our community that
made this project a success.
McDowell-Phillips
Holiday Open House
The Medina County Historical
Society will host their first Holiday
open house of the season at the
McDowell-Phillips House Muse-
um, 205 S. Prospect St., Medina,
on Sunday, Nov. 27 from 1 p.m.–
4 p.m. The museum will be deco-
rated in the holiday spirit! Please
come and enjoy the museum and
decorations! This is a guided tour.
Admission donations are Adults,
$10; MCHS members & Seniors,
$9; Youth 7–18, $7; and under 7
is free with a hand-holding adult.
There is limited parking behind
the museum. Parking is also avail-
able on West Washington and
the corner of South Prospect and
West Liberty streets. Please do not
park on Blake Avenue.
We will also host a Twilight
open house on Saturday, Dec. 3,
4 p.m.–7 p.m. and an open house
on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 1 p.m.–4
p.m.
If you have any questions,
please call 330-722-1341 or email
us at mchs@zoominternet.net.
We hope to see you during the
holidays!
John Smart House Museum
Holiday Open House
The Medina County Historical
Society will be continuing the holi-
day season with an open house at
the John Smart House Museum,
206 N. Elmwood Ave., Medina,
on Sunday, Dec. 4, 1 p.m.–4 p.m.
The museum will be decorated
in the holiday spirit! Come and
take a look at the beautiful deco-
rations!
Admission donations are:
Adults, $5; MCHS members & Se-
niors, $4; Children 7–18, $3; and
under 7 free with a hand-holding
adult.
This is a self-guided tour
through the museum with docents
available to answer your ques-
tions.
Start your holiday season with
the Medina County Historical So-
ciety! We hope to see you there!
If you need any Medina gift items,
please visit the Museum Gift Shop
located at the Museum.
Questions – call 330-722-1341
or email us at mchs@zoominter-
net.net

CONTACT US
Office: 330-722-9208
Medina County Commissioners
Toll Free: 844-722-3800
144 North Broadway St., Room 201,
Clerk: Rhonda Beck,
Medina, Ohio 44256 rbeck@ohmedinaco.org

Commissioner Meetings are held every

Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m.
While Commissioners’ Meetings have resumed allowing the
public’s in-person attendance, meetings will continue to be
livestreamed for anyone who is unable to attend in person at:
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