PAGE 4 - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - <strong>October</strong> 31, <strong>2021</strong> www.columbusmessenger.com HEADING SOUTH THIS WINTER? Let Us Watch Over Your Home “Worry Free” PRIVATE HOME MANAGEMENT LLC. Adjust Climate Controls Check for Frozen or Broken Pipes Power Outages Coordinate Contractors Check Buildings & Grounds We do the little things! Jody Decker 614-592-2474 jodedeck@yahoo.com Showcasing the bands <strong>Messenger</strong> photos by Pat Donahue All 217 members of the <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> High School Marching Band took the field on Oct. 19 when the school hosted a marching band showcase for the community. Here, the band members march to their fight song in front of a packed house. The high school bands from the South-Western <strong>City</strong> Schools District all performed at the showcase. <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Messenger</strong> The Central Crossing High School Marching Band took the field for their performance of “Dreamspective.”
www.columbusmessenger.com By Andrea Cordle <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> Editor The city of <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> is planning to repair the Demorest Road corridor, but officials will need to acquire property to do so. At the Oct. 18 meeting, <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> Council passed legislation authorizing the appropriation of property and easements from multiple properties for the road improvement project. According to Stephen Smith, the city’s law director, this legislation includes 35 properties, though some of the land is already city-owned. Smith said the city is negotiating with 25 property owners. He said thus far, six have signed contracts with the city and he expects a few more in the coming days. Ten property owners have yet to settle with the city. “I feel like we’ve done everything we can to work this out,” said Smith. “I’m going to continue to negotiate until the last possible minute to try to get this done amicably.” According to Smith, there are a few property owners who do not wish to sell their land to the city. He believes the city will have to use eminent domain to obtain the property. Eminent domain is a legal term for the government’s power to take private property and change it to public use, according to the Ohio Attorney General. Cities can take private land for public roads, sidewalks, bike paths, or multi-use trails. The municipalities are required to pay the property owner fair market value. The <strong>City</strong> Beat <strong>City</strong> needs property for road project Smith said <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> has a quick-take power. “This is a law that will not allow one property owner to hold up a city project,” said Smith. The law director said most property owners are excited about the road project, but others fear that the road is going to take up too much of their front yard. He said the project is adding about six feet of pavement on each side of the road. The project will include full pavement reconstruction of existing roadway, an additional center turn lane, a multi-use trail and sidewalk with ADA (Americans with Disabilities) compliant curb ramps, and replacement of existing storm sewer with a curb and gutter system. Earlier this month, city council approved funding for the first phase of Demorest Road improvements. Council voted to appropriate about $5.6 million from the city’s capital improvement fund for Demorest Road improvements. This cost includes the land acquisitions. The legislation passed allows the city’s law director to file for eminent domain in court. The court process would then negotiate a price with the property owners who did not settle with the city. The only council member to vote against the ordinance was Aaron Schlabach. “I do believe Demorest Road needs widened but I have a problem with eminent domain,” he said. Smith said he does not want to file a lawsuit, but said in some cases, it is necessary. “It’s not for lack of effort,” said Smith. “We are taking every step we can not to go down that road.” <strong>October</strong> 31, <strong>2021</strong> - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - PAGE 5 around town Blood drives in <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> The American Red Cross will host several blood drives in <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong>. The drives include: • <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> Kingston Center, Nov. 3 from 1 to 7 p.m. • The Naz, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> YMCA, Nov. 16 from 1 to 7 p.m. • Vineyard Christian Fellowship, Nov. 18 from 1 to 7 p.m. • <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> United Methodist Church, Nov. 20 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-448-3543 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Leaf Collection The city of <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> offers residential leaf collection beginning Monday, Oct. 18. Each of the city’s four defined areas is scheduled two collection weeks through Friday, Dec. 17. Crews travel each street once during the designated week. Prior to 7 a.m. the Monday of the designated collection week, homeowners should rake only leaves to the grassy area between the street and sidewalk, or to the edge of the lawn, if there is no sidewalk. The service equipment works efficiently on leaves, but is easily damaged by branches, twigs, grass clippings, rocks and other debris. Leaf piles will not kill grass, although temporary fading may occur. Do not rake or blow leaves into the street, as this can cause storm sewer blockages and parking issues. Vehicles should not be parked in front of, or on top of, leaves during scheduled collection weeks. Planned collection dates may change due to weather conditions and when the leaves fall. The leaf collection map and schedule is posted on the city website at <strong>Grove</strong><strong>City</strong>Ohio.gov. For more information, call the <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong> Service Department at 614-277-1100. Moses-Mouser Eye Care Dr. Joshua Morris is a board-certified Optometrist who grew up in Bellville, Ohio. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Akron, where he graduated magna cum laude with honors. Dr. Morris attended The Ohio State University College of Optometry and graduated cum laude with honors to receive his Doctor of Optometry Degree in May 2019. After completing his studies, he was awarded the “Primary Vision Care Clinical Excellence Award”, in 2019. Dr. Morris is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Ohio Optometric Association, and The Ohio State Alumni Association. He is excited to practice full scope optometry, diagnosing and treating a variety of ocular disorders and diseases in patients of all ages, but has a special interest in contact lenses and ocular disease. On a personal note, Dr. Morris and his wife Tess, enjoy spending time with their family, friends, and their Bernese Mountain dog Maverick, cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes, trying new foods, and exploring Columbus breweries. Q: How often should someone with diabetes get an eye exam? A: Someone with diabetes should see an eye care professional at least once a year for a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Q: How can diabetes affect my vision? A: Over time, diabetes damages small blood vessels throughout the body, including the retina. Diabetic retinopathy occurs when these tiny blood vessels leak blood and other fluids. This causes the retinal tissue to swell, resulting in cloudy or blurred vision. The condition usually affects both eyes. The longer a person has diabetes, the more likely they will develop diabetic retinopathy. If left untreated, diabetic retinopathy can cause blindness. (AOA) Symptoms include: seeing spots or “floaters”, blurred vision, and difficulty seeing at night. Schedule your diabetic eye exam today with Dr. Morris. 1600 Gateway Circle, <strong>Grove</strong> <strong>City</strong>, OH 43123 614-963-3820
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