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Conservation District Highlights 2007 Annual Report

The Trumbull Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) recently highlighted its annual report of accomplishments to the Trumbull County Commissioners. The SWCD's Cash Basis financial report and annual report are now available for inspection at the district's offices at 520 West Main St. in Cortland, Ohio. 
At the recent budget hearing to the commissioners the District's Fiscal Agent, Richard Houk, provided a new budget for 2008 that was the same as the 2004 SWCD budget. For the 2007 year the SWCD reported over 2.5 million dollars of federal, state and grants were received into Trumbull County. For every dollar provided by the Trumbull County Commissioners through the general fund the county received back $ 18.06   
"The District Conservationist, John Knapp, and the rest of the SWCD employees accepted the additional responsibilities of the agricultural technician position and handled all the field work," stated Mike Wilson, the SWCD's Executive Director.  "They jumped in to serve the residents and property owners of Trumbull County. During the summer, three employees left the county to pursue similar positions at other SWCD's and ODNR in counties nearer their home towns.  The SWCD was able to find and hire three Trumbull County residents to take over the technical work of the district and hired another Trumbull County resident to an administrative position during 2007.
The SWCD highlighted its 2007 accomplishments which included its Education Department that conducted 259 classroom programs to 5881 individuals.  Most of the programs are in school classroom presentations with some outdoor filed days, and teacher workshops. 
Agriculture and rural support continued with 2279 acres in resource management plans, 2163 acres of conservation tillage and , and 2087 acres were put in nutrient plans.  one grassed waterway, 1250 feet of water system pipelines, 14,338 feet of pasture fencing and 2 livestock heavy use pads were installed in 2007.  Wildlife Habitat Management occurred on 667 acres and 23 wetlands were restored or created throughout Trumbull County. The amount of general technical assistance and complaint support was 75.  These requests range for animal waste, pond site reviews, fish kills, timber cuts, stream erosion, wetland evaluations, drainage and flooding, mines, and pollution issues. Almost 300 individuals and engineering firms used the SWCD for support with technical drawings, aerials photos, and topo maps. The SWCD sold 17,237 fish during both its Spring and Fall sales to pond owners for stocking and cleaning.
The Storm Water Phase II Plan is in operation with 16 Trumbull County communities.  Many activities occurred to be in compliance with the EPA's rules including:  public participation, stream monitoring, outfall inspections and community outreach.  The SWCD was also named the "Administrator" for the county's newly adopted Erosion & Sediment Control Rules.  SWCD storm water plan reviews were at 22 with 144 site inspections as well as 30 Erosion and Sediment Control plans and hundreds of those inspections to the urban and development sector. The district also reviews conceptual plans for the Trumbull County Health Department in septic areas of the county and preliminary plans for the Trumbull County Planning Commission.
The SWCD conducted various projects during the year including the Junior High School Envirothon with 52 participants at Mosquito Lake, The SWCD Community Waters Festival at Perkins Park and the Warren Amphitheatre with 488 fourth graders from the Warren City School System, and 100 students at the Penn-Ohio Watershed Challenge. The SWCD Education Department produced a new two day Watershed Field School where 19 science students attended during the summer break.
The SWCD was also involved at many events throughout the year, including the Agriculture Center's Summer Sizzle, the Trumbull County Fair, the NE Ohio Loggers Family Festival, and the countywide 'Farm Foliage Tour'.  The SWCD was also the official sponsor of the Sharon Speedway Water Truck and Crew during the race season.
The Trumbull Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a political subdivision of the State of Ohio and receives funding from Trumbull County, its municipalities & townships and match money from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources as well as from grants.  The SWCD provides technical and educational services on conservation and natural resources to land owners and residents of Trumbull County. 

Waterfowl enthusiasts flock to Westlake

Waterfowl artists, carvers, and collectors will gather in Westlake, at the Holiday Inn West 1100 Crocker Rd.  March 13-16, for the 31st Waterfowl Art Exposition presented by the Ohio Decoy Collectors and Carvers Association.
The exposition is one of the largest gatherings of decoy carvers in the United States and will have a variety of wildlife art on display for the general public.
Many of the bird carvings will be judged in categories ranging from contemporary hunting decoys, antique birds, and decorative bird creations ranging from songbirds to raptors. Rarely will so many excellent carvings, both contemporary and antique, be gathered in one place.
This will be the 31st year for the exhibition, one of the largest events of its kind in the nation. Wildlife artists, collectors, and decoy carvers attend this annual event to exhibit their work and vendors will be on hand to provide carving and artist tools and supplies.
Public admission to the exhibition is just $5 for a four-day pass to all venues.

Cub Scout Pack 143 newly elected officers

Cub Scout Pack 143 of First Christian Church in Niles is excited to announce it's newly elected officers! They are as follows:
Jim Orsine - Cubmaster
Michael Cline - Asst. Cubmaster
Dawn Marie Dragos - Committee Chair
Erik Dragos - Treasurer
Shannon Binion - Secretary
We will be having our annual Blue and Gold Banquet at First Christian Church on Saturday, April 12th from 5 to 7 pm. The sheets are out for people sign up to bring something. We need reservations in by March 31st. There will be no charge. The pack will provide the paper products, chicken for the adults and chicken strips for the kids. The theme this year is Earth Day. We hope to keep this theme throughout next year by participating in clean ups and recycling. Our annual Scout cake bake auction will have 3 categories ... Most colorful, an Earth Day theme and a Scout theme. Everything on the cakes must be edible. This will be a fun way to end the year and to start our summer projects! If you would like any information about Cub Scout Pack 143, please contact Jim Orsine at 330-505-0735 or Dawn Marie Dragos at 330-652-3668.

Ohio Genealogical Society Trumbull meeting

The Trumbull County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet Tuesday March 11,  at 6 p.m. in the Thomas Meeting Room at the Warren-Trumbull County Library. "Travels and Research in Wales", will be the program, presented by Janet Griffin, Sue and Roger Bell. The slide presentation will depict the Welch, their history, and countryside. Wales is a place from which many emigrated, here to the Mahoning Valley. All are welcome to come and meet others who enjoy researching family history.

St. Patrick School news

St. Patrick school 38 E. Water St. Is now accepting K-8 registrations for the 2008-09 school year. Financial assistance forms are now available and the school accepts the EdChoice Scholarships for students from eligible school districts. the school also offers a monthly tuition payment plan for families. The school offers an old day Kindergarten program as well as small class sizes for individual attention for all students. Call the school at 330-534-2509 for a registration packet and more information. Visit www.stpatshub.com to find out more about the school.
St. Patrick School 38 E. Water St. will be conducting Kindergarten screening May 6 through out the day, by appointment. Call the school at 330-534-2509 for a registration packet and to secure a time. Some of the programs the school has for kindergarten students are foreign language class and computers. Visit www.stpatshub.com to learn more about everything the school has to offer.
St. Patrick school is now scheduling shadow days for students and there families who want to know more about the school. A shadow day allows students to spend a regular school day in the respective grade with the students at St. Patrick School. Students who will be in Kindergarten in 2008-09 are also encouraged to participate in this wonderful opportunity. Call the school at 330-534-2509 to set up a day that is convenient for your family and visit www.stpatshub.com to learn more about the school.

Niles First Christian Church
upcoming events

Thursday, March 13: 6 p.m. Aerobics, 6:30 p.m. Senior Choir Reh. Friday, March 14: 6 p.m. Sunday Serenity Passion of Christ Dinner/Movie. Saturday, march 15: 12-3 p.m. Reenactment Dress Rehearsal, 4-6 p.m. Chi Rho Bowl-A-Thon. Sunday, March 16: 8:30 a.m. Prayer in Chapel, 9:30 a.m. Church School, 10:45 a.m. Palm Sunday Worship Service, 7 p.m. "It Is Finished" drama/reception. Monday, March 17: 6 p.m. Cub Scouts, 6:30 p.m. Church Bowling,  Tuesday, March 18: 6 p.m. Aerobics Class, 7 p.m. Bible Study in parlor.

Kent State Trumbull receives grant from Huntington Bank

Kent Trumbull Theatre, with a generous grant from Huntington Bank, is proud to announce our 6th annual High School Internship in Technical Theatre. The internship will include training in scenery, scene painting, properties, lighting, sound, and costuming. The commitment for interns includes 15 hours/week for 8 weeks and crewing a show. At the end of the summer, successful interns will receive a check for $500. All interested parties should call Dr. Daniel Nadon at 330-675-8887. All applications must be turned in before April 1.