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Hamilton! Thrive Issue #75
March 09 - Hamilton Development Finance Agency Is A Distinct Possibility
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In This Hamilton! Thrive Issue
💰Hamilton Development Finance Agency Is A Distinct Possibility💰
🚌Free downtown Hamilton shuttle service in line for city funding🚌
🎭”Plan Hamilton” Video Updates🎭
⚽🥅🥅Summer Camp Registration Open At Spooky Nook 🥅🥅⚽
🐟🐠🐠Fish Fry Directory🐠🐠🐟
☃️❄️Daily Weather Report❄️☃️
📸📸Don’t Forget ! Deadline For The Neighborhood Photography Contest Is Extended To March 17📸📸
💖💖St Ann Church A Historical Landmark💖💖
🤦♂️Stupid Dad Jokes🤦♂️
🏫🏫Hamilton Council rejects proposed senior housing development🏫🏫
🏅🏅On This Day In Sports History🏅🏅
⛹️♀️Basket Ball Is Winding Down⛹️
🤣🤣Humor/ Far Side🤣🤣
🍩🍩Look for an interview with Monica at
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Hamilton Development Finance Agency Is A Distinct Possibility
The establishment of the Hamilton Development Finance Agency (DFA) hinges on several crucial votes and procedural steps, paving the way for significant administrative changes within the city.
The creation of the Hamilton DFA necessitates a three-party joinder agreement, requiring approvals from the Hamilton City Council, Butler County Commission, and Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA). Once endorsed collectively, this agreement would formally authorize the establishment of the Hamilton DFA.
Butler County Commission Vice President, Don Dixon, anticipates a resolution approving the joinder agreement to be considered within the next few weeks, pending the resolution of outstanding issues. Meetings are scheduled over the coming Mondays, with the BCFA convening on March 19.
City Manager Joshua Smith expects the Hamilton Council to introduce the legislation for the first reading shortly, followed by a vote after the second reading on March 27. Subsequent legislative steps in April would involve appointing a board of directors to officially establish the Hamilton DFA.
The formal initiation of the Hamilton DFA process dates back to November, reflecting the city's ongoing commitment to progress and economic development, as stated by Smith earlier.
The Hamilton DFA will serve as a dual-purpose economic development entity, functioning both as a port authority and a development finance agency. While a port authority facilitates economic growth and community enhancements, a DFA specializes in securing capital for various projects.
Smith's appointment as the BCFA's new executive director is contingent upon the establishment of the Hamilton DFA. Initially intended to lead the Hamilton DFA, Smith's role evolved to overseeing the BCFA, with the Hamilton DFA operating independently under his strategic guidance.
Upon the formation of the Hamilton DFA, Smith plans to resign from his position as city manager on April 5, a role he has held since 2010. Mayor Pat Moeller has indicated that Smith's successor will be promoted from within the city's ranks.
Credit: Michael Pitman Journal News
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Free downtown Hamilton shuttle service in line for city funding
Hold onto your hats, folks, because it's official: Hamilton's dream of having a free shuttle service is becoming a reality! Despite initial worries about costs, the city of Hamilton has swooped in to save the day and is gearing up to launch the much-needed LocalMotive shuttle service.
Picture this: a vibrant, bustling city core where residents and visitors alike can hop aboard a sleek GEM e6 vehicle, all courtesy of LocalMotive. Economic Development Manager Jody Gunderson couldn't contain his enthusiasm as he revealed that after a brief setback, the city received a game-changing email from LocalMotive, signaling their intention to forge ahead with the business.
But wait, it gets better! With the visionary minds of the Wards - Dustin, Devan, and Derrick - along with Hamilton's support, a whopping $90,000 Commercial Revolving Loan Fund is on the table. That's right, folks! This injection of funds, recommended by the Hamilton Community Improvement Corporation, is poised to turbocharge the launch of LocalMotive.
And hold onto your seats because the excitement doesn't stop there! This revolutionary shuttle service isn't just about transportation; it's about community engagement and economic empowerment. With snazzy in-vehicle iPads showcasing local activities and digital advertising opportunities, LocalMotive is set to revolutionize the way we explore our city.
But wait, there's more! Brace yourselves for the grand unveiling: a thrilling route that promises to whisk passengers away on a journey of discovery and convenience. With plans to operate Thursday through Sunday, the city is fine-tuning the route to ensure maximum impact.
And guess what? It's not just about convenience; it's about transforming our cityscape. By keeping more cars off the roads and tourists flocking to local businesses, LocalMotive is a game-changer for Hamilton's economic and traffic woes.
But don't just take our word for it! Mayor Pat Moeller is throwing his weight behind this exciting venture, calling it a fantastic use of the revolving loan fund. And Councilman Tim Naab? He's practically bursting with excitement, envisioning a future where LocalMotive's route expands, propelling our city to even greater heights.
So mark your calendars, folks! City Council is gearing up to give the green light at its March 13 meeting, paving the way for LocalMotive to hit the streets and transform Hamilton into a city like no other. Get ready to hop aboard the LocalMotive hype train - the ride of a lifetime awaits! 🚀🌟
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Plan Hamilton has identified key policy topics important to the community
Get all the information HERE at planhamilton.com
Plan Hamilton is a comprehensive plan that helps guide the development of the city over the next fifteen years. Approved in early 2019, Plan Hamilton is a "living" plan that will be periodically updated to reflect input from those, like yourself, who have a stake in Hamilton's future. In the fall of 2023, Hamiltonians provided input to help shape the plan by answering this question – What is your vision for Hamilton’s future? A video series highlights the policy topics of Plan Hamilton and the proposed updates that are currently underway.
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Click on the Fish !
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🌧️Looks like a soggy,chilly weekend🌧️
AccuWeather
☀️Tornado Forecast Higher Than Normal But Less Than Last Year☀️
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Spring Clean the 17 is just around the corner!
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St. Ann Church in Hamilton, Ohio, stands as a beacon of faith and architectural splendor, overcoming financial turmoil to become a cherished landmark.
Established in 1908
St. Ann Church is not just a place of worship but a historical landmark that encapsulates Hamilton's rich history and the community's spirit. The church's ability to maintain traditions, such as the use of real candles, amidst modern changes, speaks to its role as a pillar of continuity and faith. As Hamilton's largest neighborhood, Lindenwald, and its manufacturing roots have evolved, St. Ann Church remains a constant, inviting parishioners and visitors to appreciate its beauty and heritage.
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Stupid Dad Jokes
Why did the dinosaur cross the road?
Because the chicken wasn't born yet!🤣
How do you get a squirrel to like you?
Act like a nut!🤣🤣
Why do seagulls fly over the sea?
Because if they flew over the bay, they'd be called bay-gulls!🤣🤣
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Hamilton Council rejects proposed senior housing development
The density of the development would have been 18 units per acre, but code would only allow for 11. Trying to put ten pounds of senior in a 5 pound bag !! The full article is linked below. 👇
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On This Day in Sports
1865 27th Grand National: Captain Henry Coventry wins aboard French outsider Alcibiade at 100/7
1900 NL decides to go with 8 teams They exclude Baltimore, Cleveland, Louisville & Washington (in 1953 Boston Braves move to Milwaukee)
1904 Australian cricket spin bowler Hugh Trumble dismisses England batsmen Bernard Bosanquet, Plum Warner and Dick Lilley for his second Test hat-trick in 5th Test victory in Melbourne; Trumble's final Test
1906 Stanley Cup, Dey's Arena, Ottawa, ON: Ottawa HC beats Smiths Falls (ON), 8-2 for a 2-0 sweep of challenge series
1913 MLB Federal League organizes with 6 teams, including the Chicago Whales, who built and played at Weeghman Park (now Wrigley Field); League folded after 3 seasons
1930 Baseball slugger Babe Ruth signs 2-year contract for a then huge $160,000 with NY Yankees; GM Ed Barrow, wrongly predicts "No one will ever be paid more than Ruth"
1931 Australian Championships Men's Tennis: Jack Crawford wins 1st of 4 Australian titles; beats fellow Australian Harry Hopman 6-4, 6-2, 2-6, 6-1
1931 Australian Championships Women's Tennis: In an all-Australian final Coral McInnes Buttsworth beats Marjorie Cox Crawford 1-6, 6-3, 6-4
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Butler County property search site has new images, features
READ MORE HERE
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✌️Games This Weekend✌️
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