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PAGE 6 - GROVEPORT MESSENGER - November 27, 2022 “BEST NEW YEARS PARTY IN TOWN” 18 th Annual Mike Albert and The Big E. Band Per Couple Prices Overnight Package - $319 Party Only Packages - $250 Single Packages Available Prices include Dinner, Drinks, Room, Party favors, Full Breakfast Crowne Plaza • 6500 Doubletree Ave. (formerly Marriott North) Groveport Police statistics October crime statistics, according to the Groveport Police: 2 arrests, 24 accidents, 4 assaults, 1 burglary, 13 domestic disputes, 1 domestic violence, 1 OVI and alcohol, 17 thefts/robberies, 3 stolen/unauthorized use, 6 missing persons, 5 weapon related calls, 0 narcotic related offenses, 8 threats, 5 vandalism, 14 juvenile complaints, 81 traffic citations, 2 sex related crimes, 23 school related calls, 8 suicide attempts/mental health. Income tax revenue PARENTS Continued from page 1 school resource police officers - one each from the Groveport and Madison Township police departments); providing more mental health counseling; eliminating the use of backpacks; reducing overcrowding in the high school; and creating a long term safety and security plan. Several parents said their kids are scared to attend the high school, including John Weston who said his son is afraid to go to the school. Weston said fights happen, but the real threat is weapons in backpacks. “There are more weapons there than anyone knows,” said Weston. “A culture of disrespect exists at the school. Give the students clear rules and let them know the ramifications of what they do.” Citing the dangers, Mechelle Raine said there is “no way her child” will attend the high school. Added Jocelyn Houck, “Transparency is an issue from the top down at Groveport Madison. Everyone needs to know the consequences of their actions.” Jennifer Silva noted her son said kids at the school are angry and every day there are fights, especially in the restrooms. “Every child deserves to be safe,” said Thomas Ridenour. Kathryn McCormick said she cannot believe what is happening at the school. “This is not Groveport. It’s ruining pride. It’s ruining property values. It’s infecting the kids’ mental health. There’s no reason for kids to go to school scared. Please help us!” McCormick told the board. Harold MacHarrie believes school officials have “lost control of the school’s environment.” “These are not typical schoolyard fights,” said MacHarrie. “Heads are getting stomped on. It’s become a failing school district because kids are not safe.” Brandie Walton said the problems at the school are conditioning kids to feel that trauma is normal. “We need an actionable plan,” she said. Anthony Murphy of Lead The Way Learning Academy said the district must give students a voice. S. Brad Wilson said he was “disgusted by the school system” and plans to send his kids to school elsewhere. Shaun Raleigh said, “All Groveport Madison students deserve better. Put student www.columbusmessenger.com The city of Groveport’s income tax revenue year-to-date as of Oct. 31 was $18.3 million, which is 22 percent higher than the same time in 2021, according to Groveport Finance Director Jason Carr. Carr noted the general fund balance was $9 million as of Oct. 31 or $2.1 million higher than the same time last year. Income tax revenues year-to-date comprise 55 percent of all city revenues, the largest part of all the city’s revenues. Groveport Garden Club The Groveport Garden Club meets the first Tuesday each month at Groveport Zion Lutheran Church, 6014 Groveport Road. Call (614) 218-1097. and staff safety above ineffective policies.” Board and administration reactions Board member Libby Gray said her heart goes out to the parents and the community. “We need a safety plan,” said Gray. “We can’t wait. We have to do something. Kids cannot be educated if they are scared.” Board member Seth Bower said the board has heard the community “loud and clear” and the district “needs to do something now.” Board member Kathy Walsh said safety policies must be reviewed, student offenders must be expelled, community roundtable discussions about the high school should be held, and more social workers and security personnel should be hired. Board member LaToya Dowdell-Burger said she heard the sentiments of the public about safety. She suggested students using clear backpacks so no weapons could be hidden in them and establishing a student advisory council to the board. Snyder said district is working on the problems. “We want to make sure everyone is safe,” said Snyder. “We’re all in this together.” Audience members called out during the board’s comments stating, “There’s no time to wait for research,” “We need action and we need it now,” “Protect our kids,” “Enough is enough,” and “Groveport is better than this.” Audience members also offered to personally pay for metal detector wands. Superintendent James Grube said officials are “actively working” on changes and improvements to how the high school operates, security, and discipline. Deputy Superintendent Paul Smathers said, “We care so much. We are worried. There are so many talented kids that are being overshadowed by all this.” Safety hotline Students and adults can anonymously share information with school officials and law enforcement about threats to student safety by calling or texting to 844-SaferOH (844-723-3764). Calls are answered by the Ohio Homeland Security’s Threat Assessment and Prevention Unit. When action is needed, the TAP Unit immediately notifies school officials, law enforcement agencies and others, if necessary.
www.columbusmessenger.com Our Pictorial Past by Rick Palsgrove School buses bought The Groveport Madison Board of Education approved the purchase of four Cummins 72 passenger school buses from Rush Truck Centers at a cost of $119,311 each (for a total expenditure of $477,244). Keep tabs on the latest news in Groveport & Madison Township Look for Groveport Messenger on Become a fan! November 27, 2022 - GROVEPORT MESSENGER - PAGE 7 columbusmessenger.com southeast Messenger (Distribution: 8,000) Rick Palsgrove ...................................Groveport Editor southeast@columbusmessenger.com Published every other Sunday by The Columbus Messenger Co. 3500 Sullivant Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43204-1887 (614) 272-5422 The Columbus Messenger Co. reserves the right to edit, reject or cancel any advertisement or editorial copy at any time. The company is not responsible for checking accuracy of items submitted for publication. Errors in advertising copy must be called to the attention of the company after first insertion and prior to a second insertion of the same advertising copy. Interurban depot GOOD is saving time on a haircut. Photo courtesy of the Groveport Heritage Museum Pictured is an early 20th century photo of the Scioto Valley Traction Line depot in Groveport, which was located on th northwest corner of Blacklick Street and Brook Alley. The SVTL was an electric railway that operated through Groveport and around Central Ohio from 1904 until about 1930. The interurban rails are still visible embedded in Blacklick Street. The interurban was powered by electricity. A “third rail” carried a 600 volt electric current that propelled railway cars along standard rails. Looking great has never be een so convenient. 317 Gro oveport Rd Main St Kroger Tallman St Website:Expert-hvac.com Phone:614-946-8461 Experthvacllc@gmail.com FREE ESTIMATES on system installs $100 Preventative Maintenance (tune up) Expert service - affordable prices - Locally owned from Groveport Mention this ad and get $20 off a $110 service call. GROVEPORT Groveport Plaza 6021 Groveport Rd (Near Kroger) r 614-350-8280 GREAT is saving money, too. $1 OFFER EXPIRES: 1/13/23 ANY HAIRCUT 11 99 Not valid with any other offer s. Limit one coupon per customer. No copies. Taxes may apply. Valid at Groveport Plaza. greatclips.com | jobs.greatclips.com | greatclipsfranchise.com
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