INDIAN HILL BULLETIN - The Village of Indian Hill

INDIAN HILL
VILLAGE
BULLETIN
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION of the VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO
All Village Bulletins available on our website www.ihill.org
June 26, 2012 Number #6
COUNCIL ACTIONS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 18, 2012
Council held a public hearing on the preliminary 2013 Tax Budget and approved the submittal of the budget to the
Hamilton County Budget Commission.
Third reading and passage of an ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 17-02 which provided for the purchase of additional
public retirement system service credit on a tax-deferred basis by payroll deduction.
Emergency passage of an ordinance amending Ordinance 01-12 and 02-12, making appropriations for the expenses
of the Village of Indian Hill for the fiscal year 2012.
Passage of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to prepare and submit an application to participate in the Ohio
Public Works Commission State Capital Improvement and/or Local Transportation Improvement Program(s) and to
execute contracts as required.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to prepare plans and specifications, advertise for bids, and award a contract
for the construction repair of a landslide on Weil Road.
Council considered questions and comments from residents in attendance at an informal public forum.
Village of Indian Hill Public Meeting Dates
All meetings held in Council Chambers
July 2012
Special Mayor’s Court 6:00 p.m. July 9, 2012
August 2012
Special Mayor’s Court 6:00 p.m. Aug. 6, 2012
Mayor’s Court/Council Meeting 6:00 p.m. Aug. 27, 2012
September 2012
Recreation Commission 7:30 p.m. Sept. 4, 2012
Green Areas Advisory Comm 5:30 p.m. Sept. 5, 2012
Planning Commission 7:00 p.m. Sept. 18, 2012
Mayor’s Court/Council Meeting 6:00 p.m. Sept. 24, 2012
PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with Ohio Revised Code, Section
117.38, the 2010 Financial Report for the City of The
Village of Indian Hill has been filed with the Auditor of
State. A copy of the 2011 Annual Financial Report is
available for public inspection between the hours of
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at the Village Administration
Offices, 6525 Drake Road, Cincinnati OH 45243. The
Financials are available on the Village web site at
www.ihill.org.
COPY DEADLINE FOR NEXT TWO ISSUES
August 17 & September 14

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 2
ARMSTRONG CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST
CHURCH
5125 Drake Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45243—561-4220
www.armstrongchapel.org
Greg Stover, Senior Pastor
Nathan Custer, Associate Pastor
Stanley Lawrence, Associate Pastor
Melanie Stearns, Dir. Ed & Spiritual Formation
8:20 a.m. Traditional Worship in Old Chapel
9:40 a.m. Traditional Worship in Sanctuary
11:11 a.m. Contemporary Worship in Worship Ctr.
Adult Christian Education at 8:20, 9:40, 10:00
& 11:00
Student Christian Education at 9:40
Children’s Christian Education at 9:40 & 11:00
Nursery care provided at 9:40 & 11:00
Student Ministries on Wed. at 7:00 p.m.
THE INDIAN HILL CHURCH
Episcopal-Presbyterian
6000 Drake Road
Telephone: 561-6805
www.indianhillchurch.org
Reverend Anne Wrider, Episcopal Rector
David Hawley, Presbyterian Pastor
Michelle Metcalf, Youth Director
Ann Pardue, Christian Education Director
Worship Schedule
8:00 a.m. Episcopal Holy Eucharst
10:30 a.m. Morning Worship
(Presbyterian and Episcopal services on alternating
Sundays)
Education for Children Childcare
CINCINNATI FRIENDS MEETING
8075 Keller Road—791-0788
www.cincinnatifriends.org
Donne Hayden, Interim Pastor
SUNDAY:
Meeting for Worship 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Sunday School 11:00 a.m.
(Carry-in lunch every first Sunday of the month; business
meeting every second Sunday)
Nursery and childcare provided
SONRISE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Phone: 576-6000, Church Services located at
8136 Wooster Pike
Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
Jeff Arington, Pastor
Schedule of Sunday Services
10:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship and Children’s
Program
Childcare provided for all services
HORIZON COMMUNITY CHURCH
3950 Newtown Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45244
513-272-5800
Chad Hovind, Teaching Pastor
Schedule of Sunday Service
9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Horizon Classic
Service—Separate programs specifically designed for
newborn through high school seniors
GREENACRES ARTS CENTER
8400 Blome Road, 45243
513-793-2787
AUDIT REVIEW COMMITTEE
Mayor Mark E. Tullis
George M. Gibson
Don Siekmann
Michael Sewell
Paul C. Riordan
THE VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL, OHIO
OFFICIAL DIRECTORY
VILLAGE COUNCIL
6525 Drake Road
Mark E. Tullis, Mayor
Molly R. Barber
Daniel J. Feigelson
Mark D. Kuenning
Lindsay B. McLean
Keith M. Rabenold
Laura S. Raines
VILLAGE STAFF
Michael W. Burns, City Manager
561-6500
David M. Couch, Assistant City Manager
Paul C. Riordan, Clerk/Compt.
Connie Eberhart, Tax Commissioner
Chuck Schlie, Chief of Police
561-7000
Jason Adkins, Superintendent Water Works
& Public Works Departments
831-3712
Rick Babcock, Manager/Park Ranger of
Grand Valley Preserve
979-6221
Steve Ashbrock, Fire Chief
561-7926 (Business)
911 (Fire call)
Tim Ingram, Health Commissioner
PLANNING COMMISSION
Paul F. Madden, Chairperson
Jane G. Koppenhoefer
Mark D. Kuenning
Abbot A. Thayer
Richard C. Wiggers
GREEN AREAS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mrs. Missy Cowan, Chairperson
Mrs. Helene Bentley
Mrs. Helen Black
Mr. Luke Boswell
Mrs. Sally Dessner
Dr. Warren G. Harding
Mr. John Hassan
Mr. Don Hinkley
Mrs. Campbell Jolly
Mrs. Beth Karp
Mrs. Ann Kranbuhl
Mrs. Wendy McAdams
Dr. Michael Morgan
Mrs. Linda Parlin
Mrs. Carol Scallan
John A. Bentley, Consultant
STANLEY M. ROWE ARBORETUM
4600 Muchmore Road—561-5151
Christopher P. Daeger
GUN CLUB REPRESENTATIVE
Thomas Kanis, Range Supervisor 831-0994
Peter Tsipis, Asst Supervisor 831-0994
Thomas C. Rink, Village Representative
PERSONNEL ADVISORY &
APPEALS BOARD
Kim Burke, Chairperson
Eric Holzapfel
George Glover
INDIAN HILL EXEMPTED
VILLAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
6855 Drake Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45243
Elizabeth Johnston, President
Karl Grafe, Vice President
Kim Martin Lewis, Erik Lutz &
Timothy Sharp
Dr. Jane Knudson, Supt. 272-4500
Julie J. Toth, Clerk-Treas. 272-4522
Indian Hill High School 272-4550
Indian Hill Middle School 272-4642
Indian Hill Elementary School 272-4703
Indian Hill Primary School 272-4754
RECREATION COMMISSION
John Blazic, Chairman 791-4718
Jack Alley, Program Coordinator 979-6212
www.ihrecsports.com
INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
891-1873
Mrs. Andrew C. Hauck III, President
Mrs. Donald C. Harrison, Vice President
Mrs. Frank Welsh, Vice President
Mrs. J. Marvin Quin, Secretary
Mr. James Barber, Treasurer
BULLETIN EDITOR
Kari Zenni
All questions concerning copy of the
Bulletin should be directed to the Village office at
561-6500 or kzenni@ihill.org
Please note that all copy for that issue must be
submitted by 4:30 p.m. on the deadline date
ST. GERTRUDE PARISH
Miami Ave. & Shawnee Run Rd.
Church 561-5954
School 561-8020
Religious Education 561-8369
www.stgertrude.org
Fr. Andre-Joseph LaCasse, O.P. Pastor
Sister Mary Aquinas, O.P. Principal
Shari Siebert, Dir. of Religious Education
Mass Schedule:
Daily: 7:00, 8:00 & 11:30 a.m.
Saturday: 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
12:30 & 6:00 p.m.
THE INDIAN HILL CLUB
SWIM & TENNIS
Dot Lane off Shawnee Run Road
Across from St. Gertrude, www.ihclub.com

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 3
The Green Area Advisory Committee honored outgoing Chairperson Missy Cowan
with the planting of a tree at the Phinney House.
Pictured in front are: Wendy McAdams, Linda Parlin, Lindsay McLean, Ann
Kranbuhl, Missy Cowan, Sally Dessner, and Helene Bentley.
Back Row: Jason Adkins, Jerry Hensley, Michael Morgan, John Hassan, Carol
Scallan, and John Bentley
To the Editor,
Summer Camp Traffic
Stepping Stones’ summer camp for children with disabilities
runs Monday-Friday from June 11 to August 10.
Close to 160 children with disabilities, 60 staff & 100 volunteers
participate daily in this unique program that focuses
on children’s abilities while accommodating their disabilities.
We want to alert neighbors to the camp schedule, so motorists
who pass Stepping Stones at 5650 Given Road in Indian
Hill can be aware of possible traffic congestion.
Staff and volunteers arrive between 8 and 8:30 a.m. Children
arrive in buses and cars at 9 a.m. and are picked up
between 3 p.m. and 3:45 p.m.
Many of our children move slowly, use wheelchairs, or
need a steadying hand. Patience is a life skill for them. Unfortunately,
there may be times when motorists need to borrow
that skill for a few minutes – especially in the first
weeks of camp.
We work hard to keep things moving quickly and appreciate
your understanding. Old Indian Hill Road is a possible
alternate route.
If you happen to be behind a bus or car carrying a child
with a disability, please consider a wave and a big smile.
Children know when they are in the way. These children
know that more than most. Your smile could make a child’s
day.
With best wishes for your summer,
Chris Adams
Chris Adams, Executive Director, Stepping Stones
info@steppingstonesohio.org

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 5

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 6
MEMORIAL DAY
MAY 28, 2012
My thanks to Armstrong Chapel for hosting this service
and for allowing me to say a few words on what Memorial
Day means to me. One of the advantages I found in putting
together a few thoughts for today is that it made me
think about what Memorial Day means to me, to think
about what this country means to me, and to think how
special it is that for 134 years, this community has been
able to come together to honor those who have served our
country, to honor those who have sacrificed so much for
our country, and especially, to honor those who have died
for our country. Today, we come together again to show
our appreciation to all of those who have defended our
country and who have defended all of our rights that we
have in this country, including this very right that allows
me to come here today and speak openly, freely, and without
any fear whatsoever. A right that every American has
in this country, a right that is exercised not just today, but
every day of the year, and a right that I must admit, as I
think about today, a right that I have probably taken for
granted way too long.
Today is all about your rights as Americans to gather here,
assemble here, in front of this beautiful chapel. A right
that we all have as Americans, and a right that sadly to
say, millions upon millions of people throughout this
world can only dream of. Think of that, think of the sacrifices
that have been made by so many Americans to assure
us of all of our rights, and think how fortunate, how very,
very fortunate we all are to be living in the United States
of America.
Today is not about being a republican, a democrat, a conservative
or a liberal. For as far as I am concerned, today
is all about being Americans – proud Americans who are
very proud of their country and not afraid to say so. Today
we thank those who have served our country, both
past and present, and most importantly, most importantly
of all, we gather here today to pay tribute to those brave
men and women who have lost their lives, lost their lives
fighting for all of our rights, all of our freedoms, all of our
liberties, and fighting to keep this country – and I am very
proud to say this – the greatest country on the face of the
earth.
Over 200 years ago, a group of Americans gathered in
Philadelphia and wrote what I would consider to be one of
the greatest documents ever written, our Constitution.
Now I just happen to have a copy here, and I would urge
any of you who have not read it since the days you were in
school to get yourself a copy, sit down, spend a few
minutes and read thru it. For to me, when we talk about
the beauty of America, and I know there is a lot of beauty
in our country to be thankful for, but to me, when we talk
about the beauty of America, you truly need look no further
than right here. Our Constitution has guided this
country thru some very difficult times in our history, and I
am certain, quite certain, that had it not been for generation
after generation of Americans who have stood up and
defended our constitution that not only would our Constitution
not have survived, but our country would not have
survived either. Today we thank those Americans who
have not only stood up and defended our constitution but
who have also answered a calling to their country that is
truly greater than themselves. A calling that many of you
here today have answered in the past. It is indeed an honor
for me to be able to stand here, salute those who have
served, and say from the bottom of my heart, thank you for
your service to our country.
Now I know that everyone here today is very passionate
about their country, and I know I could go on and on talking
about all the goodness and all the opportunity this
country has provided my family and myself, but to spare
all of you from me going on and on, I thought that the best
way to honor the sacrifice of so many Americans to our
country was to ask three things from all of you – three
things not for me, but for your country and those who
serve it.
First, say a prayer for the men and women who are serving
our country today. Serving in all parts of this world, living
in conditions that most of us could not even imagine. Say
a prayer for them, for because of their incredible sacrifice,
we are able to gather here today and continue to live what
I would call the greatest of all American dreams – that being
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Secondly, say a prayer for the families of those whose
loved ones serve our country for it is truly the families that
bear an unbelievable burden while their loved ones are
away protecting us. I know many families here today have
experienced that in the past, and I know some are experiencing
it at this very moment. Today, we need to remember
those families whose loved ones serve our country and
we need to always remember the millions upon millions of
Americans who have answered that calling to their country.
(Continued on page 7)

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 7
(Continued from page 6)
And lastly, I would ask that you say a prayer for your
country, for our country. For this great experiment in history
we all call democracy is not always easy, it is not always
pretty, and in fact, as we all know, especially during
an election year, sometimes it is just downright ugly. But
our founders had it right, they had exactly right, when they
wrote in the very first sentence of our Constitution: “We
the people, of the United States, in order to form a more
perfect union”. They didn’t say we were perfect back
then, we certainly know we are not perfect today. They
knew that many difficulties and challenges would lie
ahead, and they knew that for America to be successful
that the generations of Americans that followed them
would need to stand up and defend these very words that
they had just written. So here we are over 200 years later
and the generations of Americans that have followed our
founders have done exactly that in which our founders had
hoped. And it continues on this very moment thanks to
those brave men and women who serve our country today.
And my hope, 200 years from now, is that the generations
of Americans that follow us will continue to stand up, continue
to rise up and defend this country by defending every
last word written in our Constitution. Because if they do,
we can all be assured that our country will remain free.
That our country will continue to be that beacon of hope
for millions upon millions of people throughout this world
who look to us and dream of a day that they too will have
those freedoms and liberties that we hold so very, very
dear. And that this country, this very good, decent and
compassionate country of ours, will continue to remain as
it is this very day, the land of the free and home of the
brave.
May God bless the men and women that server our country
and may God bless America.
Mark E. Tullis
Mayor, The Village of Indian Hill
ST. GERTRUDE STUDENTS EXCEL IN COLUMBUS
Congratulations are in order for three St. Gertrude School 8 th grade students who were recognized
with exemplary ratings at the State Science Fair held at Ohio State earlier this
month.
Katrina Chandra earned a “Superior” rating for her project titled: Will the pitch of the ringing
in a wineglass change with the property of the liquid? Sabrina Jemail earned a
“Superior” rating for her project titled: Which type of ibuprofen (coated, uncoated or liquid
gel) dissolves the fastest in simulated gastric acid? Mary Juergens earned an “Excellent”
rating for her project titled: In a terrarium will the plants respond differently with adding
different amounts of Sphagnum moss to help with drainage? Nathalie Plum and Maria
Racadio also qualified for the competition, but were unable to present that day.
St. Gertrude 8 th grade students from left to right, Sebrina
Jemail, Nathalie Plum, Katrina Chandra, and
Mary Juergens all qualified for the state Science Fair.
Absent from the photo was Maria Racadio.

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 8
FIREWORKS INFORMATION…
As we get into the Fourth of July season, the Rangers will
begin to receive fire works complaints.
* UNDER OHIO LAW IT IS ILLEGAL TO POSSESS
OR DISCHAGE FIREWORKS *
There are 3 types of fireworks:
Trick and Novelty Fireworks: LEGAL
Also known as exempted 1.4G fireworks, these
include items such as sparklers, snaps, glow snakes, and
smoke bombs. In general, these can be sold anywhere in
Ohio and can be used anywhere in the state.
1.3G Fireworks: ILLEGAL
These are commonly referred to as consumer fireworks.
They include items such as aerial shells that are
fired from mortars. They can only be sold by a licensed
manufacturer, or, under limited circumstances, out of state
shippers. They can only be discharged by a licensed exhibitor
in accordance with Ohio laws regarding exhibitions.
1.4G Fireworks: ILLEGAL
These are commonly referred to as consumer fireworks.
They include such items as firecrackers, bottle rockets,
roman candles, and fountains. Only a licensed manufacturer
or wholesaler can sell these items. Anyone over the
age of 18 may purchase these items, but must sign a form
certifying the purchaser will transport the fireworks outside
the state of Ohio within 48 hours (or 72 for non-residents of
Ohio).
Are there penalties for failing to follow Ohio’s fireworks
laws?
Yes. Most first time violations of fireworks laws are firstdegree
misdemeanors, punishable by up to a $1,000 fine
RANGER CHAT
and six months in jail. Most subsequent fireworks violations
are a fifth degree felony. Violations include falsifying
the purchaser form, failing to fill out the form, failing to
transport fireworks out of state within the specified time
period, and discharging 1.4g fireworks. In addition to
criminal prosecution, licensed fireworks manufacturers and
wholesalers are subject to administrative enforcement actions
for violations.
What is the Process for Fireworks Exhibitions?
A permit from Village authorities is required for all exhibitions.
That permit requires the signature of both the
local fire chief and law enforcement official certifying the
exhibition will be conducted in a safe manner. The permit
specifies the date, time, location, and various other parameters
of how the exhibition will take place. As part of the
permit process, the law requires local authorities to inspect
the exhibition site using a State Fire Marshal issued checklist
of the shoot site before, during and after the exhibition.
During the shoot, only registered employees and the certified
fire safety official are allowed within the discharge
site.
The city will also make notification to residents within a
one mile radius of the event, via CODE RED.
Lindsay Regan Barber, daughter of Jim & Molly Barber of Indian Hill, graduated from The
University of South Carolina, cum laude, with a BS in Business Administration, majoring in
Marketing & Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. She will be joining Courier
Printing, a division of Consolidated Graphics in Nashville, TN as an Associate in their
Leadership Development Program. Lindsay is a 2008 graduate of Indian Hill High School.

The Board of Education of the Indian Hill Exempted Village
School District is pleased to announce that Dr. Mark
Miles will be the District’s new Superintendent. Dr. Miles
is currently the Deputy Superintendent of the Park Hill
School District in Kansas City, Mo. The Board of Education
received significant input identifying selection criteria
desired in a superintendent from the community, administrators,
teachers, parents, and students through an on-line
survey, and meetings conducted with the targeted groups of
constituents. The Board of Education selected Dr. Miles
from a competitive field after conducting a national search
with the assistance of a search firm. Dr. Miles will start on
August 1 following the retirement of the current Superintendent,
Dr. Jane Knudson. Dr. Knudson has been Superintendent
of the District for the past seven years.
“Dr. Knudson has worked in the Indian Hill School District
for 24 years. During her time as Superintendent, Dr. Knudson
has led the Indian Hill School District to new heights of
excellence. The School Board thanks her for her extraordinary
service to the Indian Hill Schools and wishes Jane a
relaxing and enjoyable retirement.
Dr. Miles is a dynamic individual with an outstanding record
of performance. He has a reputation for driving continuous
improvement that will ensure excellence in the Indian
Hill Schools for years to come. We are excited for the Indian
Hill community, students, teachers, staff, and parents to
meet Dr. Miles,” said Board President Elizabeth Johnston.
As the Deputy Superintendent of Park Hill, Dr. Miles is engaged
in all facets of district administration, with primary
responsibility for strategic planning, the district’s quality
June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 9
INDIAN HILL BOARD OF EDUCATION SELECTS SUPERINTENDENT
initiative, K-12 principal supervision, leadership development,
and implementation of the Malcolm Baldrige Performance
Excellence Program. Prior to his promotion to Deputy
Superintendent, Dr. Miles served in the Park Hill School
District as Assistant Superintendent for School Improvement,
Assistant to the Superintendent, and as Middle School
Principal. Prior to receiving his doctorate and moving into
administrative positions, Dr. Miles was a social studies
teacher.
Dr. Miles recently was awarded both the prestigious James
Williamson Award for Achievement in Quality and the
Kansas City Business magazine’s Rising Star Award in
2011. A leader in his field, Dr. Miles is the chair of the Excellence
in Missouri Foundation’s board of directors.
A welcome reception was held at the Indian Hill High
School on Monday, June 4, 2012 to introduce Dr. Miles and
his family.
The Indian Hill Exempted School District is located in suburban
Cincinnati and serves 2,020 students and their families.
Indian Hill has a long tradition of academic excellence
and athletic accomplishment. In 2011, the Ohio Department
of Education recognized Indian Hill with the highest Performance
Index Score in Ohio state history. Indian Hill High
School currently is ranked the 54th Best High School in
America by Newsweek based on its challenging curriculum
and its Advanced Placement program. Indian Hill High
School has been named by US News and World Report and
The Washington Post as one of the nation’s top public high
schools and is currently a U.S. Department of Education
Blue Ribbon School.
ATTENTION ALL INDIAN HILL TRAIL RIDERS
Camargo Hunt will once again be sponsoring informal
trail rides this summer and we would love any Indian Hill
trail riders to join us. We will meet Saturday June 2, Saturday
July 7 and SUNDAY August 5 at 9 a.m. We will
meet at Galbraith Fields (Galbraith & Rte 126 in Camp
Dennison). We plan on having a picnic following the ride
in the field. We can decide at the July ride whether to
move the August ride to another venue or stay at Galbraith
Fields.
In addition to our Indian Hill trail rides, we will be sponsoring
trail rides in Owen County, KY where Camargo
Hunt members own land and where we hunt quite often.
The first one is planned for June 20, 2012 at 10 a.m. and
the second will be on Sat. July 14 at 10 a.m. Please RSVP
to Phantomridgefarm@gmail.com if you plan on attending.
For directions contact Natalie Nesbitt at 561-4588.
Stay tuned for more info if we offer an August trail ride in
Owen Country, KY.
If there are folks who need to lease a horse, please contact
our Huntsman, Danny Kerr at 859-250-5472. Danny
MAY BE available to lease you a horse on the above
dates. Please give him plenty of notice. Thank you.
Come One Come All and don’t forget your trail passes.
Camargo Hunt is looking forward to these rides and we
hope many Indian Hill Trail riders will join us. Natalie
Nesbitt, Clara Blair and Becky Trasser, Camargo Hunt.

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 10
HATS OFF LUNCHEON HONORS CATHY MOON
The Women’s Committee of the Smale Riverfront Park hosted
its sixth annual Hats Off Luncheon on May 24, 2012, commemorating
the years that Phyllis W. Smale spent in beautifying Cincinnati.
An award in her name is given to a volunteer who carries
on her dedication in an exemplary manner. This year, Cathy
Moon was honored for her devotion to the Parks. Her involvement
began in 1974 when she was a tour guide for Krohn Conservatory
and led to her becoming manager of the a membership
program, the Friends of Krohn, which she established to support
the Conservatory. Cathy has been President and Volunteer Coordinator
of the Park Board Volunteers for ten years and an accountant
for the Cincinnati Parks Foundation during the past
seventeen years. In addition, she maintains two garden plots at
the Ault Park as part of the neighborhood’s beautification effort.
Cathy and her husband, Tom, reside in Indian Hill. She is a
member of the Village Garden Club of Indian Hill and has
served as President in the past and, currently, as Treasurer. Her
expertise in gardening, as well as accounting, is often sought by
members, who also delight in the potted plants that she brings
from her greenhouse to
monthly meetings. The
most enjoyable meeting,
however, is the
informal poolside dinner
for members and
husbands, which Tom
prepares and cooks—it
always receives rave
reviews.
Tom & Cathy Moon
WEDDING BELLS RING FOR MR. AND MRS. NICHOLAS LAWSON SIMON
Jennifer Leigh Von
Deylen and Nicholas
Lawson Simon
were married on
Saturday, August
20, 2011, at Armstrong
Chapel in
Indian Hill. Reverend
Gregory Stover
presided over the
ceremony. Dinner
and dancing followed
at The Phoenix
in downtown
Cincinnati.
The bride is the
daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Gerald Lee
Von Deylen of Indian
Hill and the
granddaughter of Mrs. James Edward Wilkins of Paducah,
Kentucky. Jenni graduated from Indian Hill High School
and the University of Kentucky. She works as a Sales Representative
for Little English, a children’s clothing company,
in Lexington, Kentucky.
The groom is the son of Ms. Nancy Ann Lawson and Mr.
Steven Edward Simon of Symmes Township. Nick graduated
from Indian Hill High School, Wake Forest University
and Duke University School of Law. He is a Law Clerk
for the Honorable Karen K. Caldwell, United States District
Judge for the Eastern District of Kentucky. After his
clerkship, Nick will join Covington & Burling LLP as an
associate in their Washington, DC office.
The Maid of Honor was Ms. Paige Rorick, friend of the
bride and groom. The bridesmaids were Ms. Krysta Clark,
Ms. Jessica Haurylko, Ms. Megan Herde, Ms. Kelly Johnson
and Ms. Lindsay Rhollans, all friends of the bride. The
junior bridesmaids were Miss Caroline Skaggs, Miss Madison
Von Deylen and Miss Savanna Von Deylen, nieces of
the bride. The flower girls were Miss Abigail Heath and
Miss Ashlyn Mullins, cousins of the bride.
The Best Men were Mr. Alexander Simon and Mr. Andrew
Simon, brothers of the groom. The groomsmen were
Mr. Jonathan Von Deylen, brother of the bride, Mr. Christopher
Ernst, Mr. Malcolm Scott LeBlanc, Mr. William
Rawley, Mr. Andrew Thurmond, friends of the groom, Mr.
Justin Skaggs and Mr. Ryan Skaggs, nephews of the bride.
The ushers were Mr. Ross Bextermueller, Mr. John Kladakis,
Mr. Mark Musekamp, friends of the groom, Mr. Jason
Skaggs, brother-in-law of the bride, and Mr. Jeremy Von
Deylen, brother of the bride. The ring bearer was Mr.
Carter Russell, cousin of the bride.
The couple honeymooned in Jamaica. They reside in Lexington,
Kentucky and will move to Washington, DC in the
fall.

ALLIE LIGHTCAP EARNS GOLD AWARD
GIRL SCOUTING’S HIGHEST HONOR
Allie Lightcap recently received the esteemed
Gold Award from Girl Scouts of
Western Ohio. The Girl Scout Gold
Award ceremony was held on Sunday,
May 6, 2012, at The Phoenix. A total of
sixteen Girl Scouts received the Girl
Scout Gold Awards this year.
While meeting with the Childcare Coordinator
for Interfaith Hospitality Network
of Greater Cincinnati (IHNGC), Allie
learned that homeless families are hosted
by different churches on a weekly basis.
The coordinator explained that the children
would benefit from volunteer-led activities specifically
designed to improve their speech abilities. Allie then partnered
with a speech therapist and art teacher to create an activity
manual that would be used weekly by the volunteers when
working with the children. Allie led volunteers in testing her
manual and found that the activities were successful and wellreceived.
The manual is now a tool for 27 churches in the IH-
NGC to use for the families that are hosted each week.
Well-known, dynamic interior designer Grace Jones and business
partner, Carla Wood, a respected, inspired design consultant,
have launched an exciting, elegant design business
and showroom in the Cincinnati, Ohio market – Dwellings on
Madison (Dwellings).
Dwellings is an exclusive interior design business that offers
high-end, fierce-minded, refined yet bold, visionary design
services, as well as an intimate, elegant showroom. Many of
the items that are showcased in the five rooms of stunning
furniture, home fashions and gifts at Dwellings are not currently
available to Greater Cincinnati and Midwest customers.
The new interior design shoppe and showroom opened on
Monday, April 2 at the 2003 Madison Road location in the
popular, historic shopping district of O’Bryonville.
Co-owner Carla Wood added an important news piece of information
about Dwellings on Madison. “Elle Decor Magazine
has just recently named Dwellings as one of this area's
top designers.”
As a 12-year Girl Scout, Allie earned the Girl Scout Bronze
and Silver Awards. She is a member of National Honor Society
at her high school. In her spare time, Allie enjoys art, field
hockey, lacrosse, and volunteering at Indian Hill Church. Special
thanks to advisor Helen Rhoad.
The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award that Girls
Scouts in grades 9-12 may earn. The efforts put forth to earn
this award express a special commitment by the recipient to
herself, her community and her future. The required steps for
this award are chosen to help Girl Scouts develop 21 st century
skills, practice leadership, explore a need in the community
and the world, and learn more about themselves. Criterion for
the girls’ project includes community involvement outside of
the Girl Scout structure, being innovative, project sustainability
and taking action to educate and inspire others. Approximately
6 percent of Girl Scouts nationwide earn this award. At
least 80 hours have been dedicated to a project over a time
span of one to two years.
CARLA WOOD OPENS DWELLINGS ON MADISON
is a wellspring of inspiration for customers as well as design
pros.”
Carla Wood painted a picture of the Dwellings on Madison
showroom in O’Bryonville. “Each room in our Dwellings
on Madison design showroom is embellished in the newest
trends of faux finish and decorative painting complemented
with products that have just recently been available in this
area. Not just the walls, but ceilings, moldings, and furniture
are all finished in European and West Coast finishes. Guests
and clients will see an impressive display of high-end chandeliers,
plus exclusive lines of furniture, world-class porcelains
and figurines.”
Co-owner Carla Wood is a design enthusiast who loves the
mixing of old and new elements. As a buyer for Dwellings on
Madison, she will use her exquisite eye, boundless creative
flair, and appreciation for unusual details when selecting
items for the Cincinnati venue.
Dwellings on Madison’s hours will be 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday,
or by appointment.
Ms. Wood is thrilled to share the business expertise of
the Dwellings on Madison team and welcomes guests to the
stunning showroom. “The Dwellings on Madison showroom
For more information: 513-321-6900
or www.dwellingsonmadison.com

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 12
BITS AND PIECES
IMPORTANT CHANGES TO BITS & PIECES
A $15.00 fee will be charged for ads placed monthly for all non-residents
All ads must be resubmitted each month to insure that the item or property is still for sale or rent
All ads will have a 30 word maximum
Each JANUARY all non-residents placing service ads must provide a LOCAL background check from
their county of residence. (Background checks are no longer available through the Indian Hill Rangers)
HOUSE & YARD MAINTENANCE
Complete professional home repair and
service since 1992. Carpentry, electrical,
drywall, painting, tile, plumbing, etc. IH
refs, insured, BBB. Call Doug Baker (513)
490-8322 dbahomeservices.com
Complete gas fireplace service since 1993
over 4,000 units. Can convert from wood
to gas. Fully insured, workers’ comp. BBB
member. Call Doug Baker (513) 490-8322
Exterior drainage services sewer work
downspouts, French drains, catch basins,
trench drains, video inspection, cleaning,
Serving IH for 23 years, BBB member,
fully insured 513-662-3380 or email Brent
at www.tischbeincoinc.com
Got Moles? Professional mole trapping
service. Quick results. 50+ satisfied IH clients,
BBB member, ref available (513) 252-
MOLE www.molecatcher.com
Animal Removal www.critircatchr.com
Professional trappers can catch everything
from moles to coyotes. Animal damage,
repair & prevention. Licensed, insured &
BBB accredited call 513-797-TRAP (8727)
Professional masonry work and repair
over 42 year experienced brick block stone
sidewalk repair, retaining wall repair, patio
repair, and pavers. Quality workmanship
call Rick @ 513-283-4809
Expert Tree Work and Yard Maintenance-High
rating Angie’s List. Tree removal,
tree preservation, ash borer assessment,
treatments, landscaping, weeding,
edging, mulching & lawn treatment. IH
references. Call Mark Ulbrich 513-232-
3568
PERSONAL
Reliable Pet Care 7 years experience caring
for all types of pets, for I.H. residents,
watering plants, setting out trash,
etc. Excellent references & Wags Dog
Park employee. 503-4972
sum.austin@yahoo.com
Personal Training – Get fit, lose weight,
feel great! Adult, senior fitness/anti-aging
longevity/injury prevention/certified diet
exercise specialist/25 years personal training
experience. Call David DiAntonio 513-
638-4768
Babysitting services: Ursuline sophomore,
CPR and First-Aid certified. Plenty of experience
with ages 1 - 12. Call Grace 235-
0050
Petcare Put your pet in care you can
trust. 4-H family will provide excellent
care for all animals in your home. Call 235
-0050
Horse boarding: In Indian Hill, partial
care. nice pasture, stalls/and run-in, close
to trails. 235-0050
Top Hat Quality Service. Six services
offer. Block time savings. Referral program
savings. Top Quality Customer Service.
Call or click 223-1468 546-2822 maxtheconcierge.net
Drum lessons in my home. CCM Prep
student. Excellent reference. Call Garrett
503-4971
Houseman – Chef experience, housekeeping,
laundry, travel for vacation home, run
errands, gardener, light maintenance, pool,
car, landscaping, pet care. 20 years’ experience.
Indian Hill references, clean background
check – call 513-484-2426
Bookkeeping Services – For Your Home
or Business. Quality Work at an Affordable
Price. Experienced Professional. Indian Hill
Resident. Excellent References. Call Marylynn
513-271-1273.
Retired female executive, lifelong IH resident
and arts patron available to assist seniors
in maintaining involved, elegant lifestyle.
Services include arranging appointments,
transportation, cultural outings, entertaining,
shopping, etc. 513.561.8801.
Seeking work to care for elderly, excellent
references and year of experience – call
623-9001
Babysitter: St. Ursula Academy student
with babysitting experience available this
summer and on weekends during the school
year. References available. Trained in both
CPR and First-Aid. Call Emily @ 561-
0005.
BUY/SELL/RENT
Beachfront Florida Condo for Rent in
Redington Shores on the Golf visit
www.hubertcollet.com and click on Florida.
Ideal for retired couple.
Beach Condo for Rent, Naples/Barefoot
Beach, 3 bedroom/2 bath--Gated community,
1 month minimum, Call Amy @ 276-
0874
Large brick house beautiful one-acre lot;
4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 big garages, updated
kitchen, full basement, solarium. Available
August 1, 2012. Call 773-753-0991 or
Gary Visconti 513-235-0968
AUDI A4 - 2006 - Black - AWD - Manual
Transmission - 90,000 M - CCDS Graduate
Moving to City - Please contact
ghoyt@hamilton.edu, (513) 240-9253
$14,000 (Negotiable)

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 13
Village of Indian Hill
2012 Bulletin Schedule
Copy Deadline
Mailing Date
Friday – January 20, 2012 Tuesday – February 7, 2012
Friday – February 17, 2012 Tuesday – March 6, 2012
Friday – March 16, 2012 Tuesday – April 3, 2012
Friday – April 13, 2012 Tuesday – May 1, 2012
Friday – May 11, 2012 Tuesday – May 29, 2012
Friday – June 8, 2012 Tuesday – June 26, 2012
Friday – August 17, 2012 Tuesday – September 4, 2012
Friday – September 14, 2012 Tuesday – October 2, 2012
Friday – October 12, 2012 Tuesday – October 30, 2012
Friday – November 9, 2012 Tuesday – November 27, 2012
Friday – December 7, 2012 Tuesday – December 26, 2012
SUBMITTING ARTICLES AND PICTURES
All copy and pictures sent to the Village office to be
included in the Bulletin should preferably be sent by
email to kzenni@ihill.org. If it is not possible for
you to email them, you can contact Kari at 979-
6218.
Subject in photographs should be identified and a
return address included as all photographs are returned.
No negatives accepted.
A reminder that all ads (resident & nonresident)
placed in the Bits & Pieces section
must be submitted each month. Copy deadline
for each issue is at the top of this page. Nonresidents
are charged a $15.00 fee EACH time
they submit their ad. All ads will be approximately
30 words maximum. Non-residents may only
place ads for rentals or property for sale if the advertised
property is located in Indian Hill.
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE WWW.IHILL.ORG
You can find the Indian Hill Bulletin on our website at www.ihill.org. Just click on Bulletin and begin reading!
You will find the most recent Bulletin as well as past Bulletins. You will also find information on all our
departments, Grand Valley and meeting minutes for Council and Planning Commission. You can find schedules
for recycling and trash pickup and fill out forms for Building and Zoning, the Rangers, Public Works and
Taxes. There are also links to the schools, churches and the Recreation Commission.
ONLINE BILL PAYMENT
NOW AVAILABLE
Residents and customers can now make payments online. This service is a free bill payment service for alarm
monitoring, boat storage, bridle trail membership, gun club membership, extra pickups, water bills, or any other
account you may have with the Village. For residents with multiple accounts, payments can be made with
one user ID. One time payments can be made, or you can sign up for payments to be deducted from your bank
account on their due date automatically. This service allows for secure electronic transfer of payments from
your bank account. To sign up for this service, log on to the Village’s website at ihill.org and click on the link
on the homepage or go to ihill.org/billpay.

IMAGES
...THEN AND NOW
From the Indian Hill Historical Society
Buckingham Lodge
1861
The Story of Camp Livingston
From 1919 until 1968 Camp Livingston for children ages 6-16 flourished on north Given Road, at the
site of current day soccer/ lacrosse fields and Livingston Lodge. The camp, located on the banks of the Little
Miami River, provided valuable experiences for about 300 youths each summer.
Originally named the Helen Trounstine Camp, its name was changed in 1920, when H. S. Livingston
established a memorial for his only son, Lt. Robert Krohn Livingston, who died during the influenza epidemic
after World War I. He wanted to establish a camp where children could experience growth and maturation in a
trusting, caring environment. He equipped the site with barrack style buildings and funded the conversion of
the land to athletic fields. The campus was nestled between the hillside and the river.
More than 15,000 campers, mostly Jewish came “from the
crowded West End… to enjoy a few days of vacation and taste of life in
the open… with pure air and open spaces”. For the first 20 years the
boys and girls had separate sessions, but in the 1940s the camp became
co-educational. Activity choices included a wide variety of sports, drama,
canoeing, handicrafts, nature study, and photography. The camp
grew to 25 acres, and a swimming pool was constructed for the required
swimming lessons. There were tennis courts, ball fields, and two campfire
areas.
Camp group projects included building a duck pond, a chicken
coop, and a primitive outdoor chapel of tree stumps. There was more emphasis on learning to work together
than on competition. Daily inspections, flag ceremonies, and songfests were part of the experience, along with
skit night, amateur night, and an occasional overnight camping trip to Camp Friedlander. Campers developed
an appreciation of the outdoors, grew in self-esteem, and formed lifelong
friendships.
Though Camp Livingston had mostly Jewish campers, children
of other faiths attended. Most were from Cincinnati, but some came
from Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. There was
no religious curriculum, although informal services were held on the
Sabbath, and Kosher style food was served in the Mess Hall. Some
scholarships were available to cover the 1940s cost of $7 per week per
camper.
Livingston Lodge was the Rec Hall, and Elliott House was the
Director’s residence. Four cabins for girls (nicknamed “The Alps”) were on the hillside, and three boys’ bunkhouses
were located across Given Road. Each camper had a bed and an orange crate to use as a dresser. A
favorite dinner item was fresh corn fritters. Other buildings were a small barn for horses, a Hobby House, and
a canteen where campers could buy candy or postcards.
Camp Livingston was rustic, but former campers remember it as having a “special magnetic field”.
Now based in Indiana, the camp has a 90 year history. When it was located in Indian Hill, beside the Little
Miami River, campers and counselors agreed with the motto that Living’s Fun at Livingston.

June 26, 2012—Indian Hill Bulletin— Page 15
INDIAN HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Transition in Administrator
Recently the Indian Hill Historical Society had a
change of Administrators. Helen Verkamp has decided
to retire to pursue travel and various hobbies. For four
years, Helen brought great enthusiasm, wonderful creativity
and boundless enthusiasm to the position.
While we will miss her daily presence, she will be
available to help with special projects.
Stepping into the role is longtime Village resident
Diana Jones. Over the years, Diana has volunteered in
many capacities in the community. During a 20 year
span in the School District she did a variety of jobs
including PTO President, plus many other leadership
roles. In addition she was on the Recreation Commission
for 8 years and the Swim Club Board for 4 years .
Her knowledge of the
Diana Jones and Helen Verkamp
area and background
provides for a smooth
transition. She brings a
wealth of experience
working with a variety of
people and strong administrative
skills.
When you call us,
she will be the one to
answer your questions about the next Historical Society
event or any other information you may need.
The Little Red Schoolhouse
Ideal location
for your next Party or Business event!
Rehearsal Dinner, Family Reunion, Anniversary Party,
Wedding, Birthday Party,
Workshop, Focus Group, or Seminar
Enjoy meeting in this unique historic setting
An authentic one-room schoolhouse
Modern commercial kitchen
Bring your own food or use caterer of your choice
Tables and chairs provided
A rural environment in beautiful Indian Hill
Blue skies, green grass and ample free parking
Contact 891-1873 or ihhist@cinci.rr.com
Gifts for Neighbors and Friends
Is someone in your neighborhood moving? New
residents to the Village and those moving out of the
area may appreciate a book about Indian Hill. The Historical
Society has published three books, any of which
would be a wonderful gift to commemorate these
events.
From Camargo to Indian Hill traces
the history of Indian Hill from its
origins as a rural community in 1795
to its emergence as a
residential area. For a look at historical
structures, Treasured Landmarks is
a pen and ink drawing collection of
houses, barns and other structures that
preceded the great estate era. If you
enjoy art and literature, Indian Hill– A
Point of View features paintings of artist
Leslie Shields and historically illuminating
anecdotes by William Chatfield. It is
a delightful book for all ages.
One or more of these books would
provide a wonderful memory for a friend leaving Indian
Hill or an introduction to our Village for a new resident.
Please contact us at 891-1873 or ihhist@cinci.rr.com
for details on purchasing any of these
books.
Searching for Authors
Do you know of an Indian Hill resident who has
written a book? If so, we would like to include it in
our Hauck Library and Resource Center located in
Buckingham Lodge. Its main focus is on people ,
facts and events specific to the Village. Your
help is appreciated for making us aware of
new authors.
Contact us at 891-1873 or ihhist@cinci.rr.com
Our Mission is “Keeping Indian Hill’s Past and Present Alive for the Future”

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